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Michael DeSanto

Michael DeSanto

Oct 15, 2024

Michael DeSanto, born on August 5, 1937, in Brooklyn, New York, passed away on October 15, 2024 at 87 years old. He lived a life marked by integrity and dedication, most notably as an engineer for Grumman in Bethpage, where his contributions to the field were both significant and valued.

Michael was known for his kind and caring personality, traits that...

Vincent J. Castagna

Vincent J. Castagna

Oct 12, 2024

Vincent J. Castagna, 80, of Deer Park, passed away on October 12, 2024, in Roslyn, NY. Beloved husband of Patricia. Cherished father of Jeannine (Michael) Conaghan. Devoted grandfather to Lily and Jack. Dearest brother of Elizabeth and brother-in-law of Louise. Loving cousin and uncle to many. 

Vincent is predeceased by his parents, Luigi and Rose Castagna, his brother Anthony (and his...

Maria DellaGuardia

Maria DellaGuardia

Oct 12, 2024

Maria DellaGuardia, a beloved mother and cherished grandmother, passed away on October 12, 2024, at the age of 68, in Huntington Station, NY. Born on March 30, 1956, in Bay Shore, NY, Maria's life was marked by her dedication to family and her passion for her career. She enjoyed a fulfilling tenure as a caterer with Morrell Catering in Dix...

Harold C. Allen

Harold C. Allen

Oct 10, 2024

As a young boy, he attended primary school in St. Alban’s, NY and graduated from Delehanty High School in Jamaica, Queens. He had a great childhood spending time with relatives and also enjoyed the family bungalow on weekends in Sound Beach, NY. He came from a hardworking family that instilled these values at a very early age in him. He...

Joseph N. Gautieri

Joseph N. Gautieri

Oct 9, 2024

Joseph N. Gautieri, an esteemed aeronautical engineer with American Airlines and a loving patriarch, passed away on October 9, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on September 20, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York, Joseph lived a life marked by dedication, both to his profession and to his family.

He proudly served in the Army before embarking on a successful career...

Rosa A. Vacirca

Rosa A. Vacirca

Oct 9, 2024

Rosa A. Vacirca, a beloved business owner cherished matriarch passed away peacefully on October 9, 2024, at the age of 90. Born on January 17, 1934, in Sicily, Italy, Rosa’s journey led her to become the proud owner of Village Bridal and Formals. Her passion for her work was evident, as she brought joy and elegance to countless brides and...

Tammy Brandimarte

Tammy Brandimarte

Oct 9, 2024

Tammy Brandimarte, a beloved mother, grandmother and pillar of her community, passed away on October 9, 2024, leaving a profound impact on those who were fortunate enough to know. Born on May 27, 1960, in Bay Shore, New York to her late parents Lucille  and Duke DeLuca, Tammy  was known for her strong spirit, unwavering independence, and a heart that...

Helen Palmer

Helen Palmer

Oct 8, 2024

Helen K. Palmer. Longtime Riverhead resident Helen Kuczma Palmer passed away peacefully on October 8 at the age of 91 after a long illness. Born in Speonk to Stephen and Pauline (Smorja) Kuczma, she grew up on her family's duck farm. After graduating from Westhampton Beach High School, she attended Edgewood Park School in Ossining. She met her husband Roscoe...

Robert Clemence Moreland, Jr.

Robert Clemence Moreland, Jr.

Oct 8, 2024

Robert Clemence Moreland, Jr., of Riverhead, New York, passed away on October 8, 2024, at the age of 79.  Beloved husband of the late Patricia Moreland.  Cherished father of Lisa M. (Jeff) Pastor, Jacqueline E. (Samantha Frazier) Moreland, and Robert C. (Corinne) Moreland, III.  Devoted grandfather of Alexandra Pastor-Appleyard (Benjamin), Max Pastor, and Robert C. Moreland, IV.  Loving brother of...

Thomas A. Gadzinski

Thomas A. Gadzinski

Oct 7, 2024

Afterglow

 

I’d like the memory of me

to be a happy one,

I’d like to leave an afterglow

of smiles when life is done.

I’d like to leave an echo

whispering softly down the ways,

of happy times and laughing

times and bright and sunny days.

I’d like the tears of those

who grieve, to dry before the sun.

Of happy memories that I leave

when life is done.

Charles E. Cross, Jr.

Charles E. Cross, Jr.

Oct 7, 2024

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Charles E. Cross, Jr., a devoted family man and respected lineman, passed away on October 7, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on June 24, 1938, Lindenhurst, New York, Charles lived a life characterized by kindness and a deep commitment to his loved ones.

A proud Navy veteran who...

Mark Arranz

Mark Arranz

Oct 6, 2024

Mark Arranz passed away peacefully, at home with his family, after a brave fight against pancreatic cancer on October 6, 2024.  He was an avid sports fan, rooting for the Rangers, the Mets, and the Giants.  He loved music and attended live events as often as possible.  He spent much of his free time gardening, cooking, tending to his fish...

Gaye L. Mazzo

Gaye L. Mazzo

Oct 6, 2024

Gaye L. Mazzo, of North Babylon, NY, passed away on October 6, 2024.  Devoted wife of Domenick Mazzo, Sr.  Beloved mother of Jennifer, Domenick (Nicole), and Danielle (Josef).  Cherished grandmother of six.  

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Mangano Funeral Home of Deer Park from 2:00pm to 4:30pm and again from 7:00pm to 9:30pm.  A Funeral...

Barbara A. Sherry

Barbara A. Sherry

Oct 5, 2024

Afterglow

I’d like the memory of me

to be a happy one,

I’d like to leave an afterglow

of smiles when life is done.

I’d like to leave an echo

whispering softly down the ways,

of happy times and laughing

times and bright and sunny days.

I’d like the tears of those

who grieve, to dry before the sun.

Of happy memories that I leave

when life is done.

Carol Ann Ruth Hunter

Carol Ann Ruth Hunter

Oct 5, 2024

Carol Ann Ruth Hunter, born on January 30, 1949, in Newark, New Jersey, passed away on October 5, 2024, in Center Moriches, New York. Carol was a dedicated school bus driver for the Montauk Company, known for her unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of the children. Her warm smile and kind demeanor made her a beloved figure in...

Anne C. Simas

Anne C. Simas

Oct 5, 2024

Anne Simas of Albertson, NY passed away October 5, 2024. Anne was born in Brooklyn on November 13, 1931. She married Anthony (predeceased) in 1957 and had three wonderful children, Robert and his wife Connie of Port Jefferson Station, Susan (predeceased) and her husband Bill of Hauppauge, and Stephen engaged to Marianne of Albertson. She was a devoted Grandmother to...

Samuel H. Allen

Samuel H. Allen

Oct 5, 2024

Allen III, Samuel Henry of Middle Island, NY on October 5, 2024 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Anita. Loving father of Jerry (Carol-Anne Walsh), Jane (Sheila O’Brien) John (Tina), June Almeida (George) and Jean Landmesser (Chris). Adored Grandfather of Samantha, Miles, Kelsey, Katy, Devin (Ashleigh), Sean (Allison), Max (Megan), Nicole (Gordon), Alexia (Michael), Vicky (Jason), Lottie and Chase....

Rita E. Persaud

Rita E. Persaud

Oct 4, 2024

Afterglow

 

I’d like the memory of me

to be a happy one,

I’d like to leave an afterglow

of smiles when life is done.

I’d like to leave an echo

whispering softly down the ways,

of happy times and laughing

times and bright and sunny days.

I’d like the tears of those

who grieve, to dry before the sun.

Of happy memories that I leave

when life is done.

Kirk William Soodoo

Kirk William Soodoo

Oct 4, 2024

Kirk William Soodoo, a beloved Uniondale dentist for over 20 years of service to his community, passed away on October 4, 2024. Born on October 7, 1968, in Brooklyn, New York, Kirk was a man of many passions and an unwavering dedication to his profession.

Throughout his life, Kirk embodied the spirit of kindness and care, traits that made him not...

Carl H. Melger

Carl H. Melger

Oct 4, 2024

Afterglow

 

I’d like the memory of me

to be a happy one,

I’d like to leave an afterglow

of smiles when life is done.

I’d like to leave an echo

whispering softly down the ways,

of happy times and laughing

times and bright and sunny days.

I’d like the tears of those

who grieve, to dry before the sun.

Of happy memories that I leave

when life is done.