Jul 2, 2024

Tracy Anne Nietupski, a loving and kind soul who always showed humility, passed away on July 2, 2024, in Riverhead, New York. Tracy was born on April 4, 1965, in East Meadow, New York. She was known for her deep love for her family and animals. Throughout her life, Tracy displayed a warm and caring personality that touched the hearts...

Jul 2, 2024

Mary Louise Brush, born on April 18, 1936, in Queens, New York, bid farewell to this world on July 2, 2024. She was a loving wife, a devoted mother, a cherished grandmother and great-grandmother, and a treasured member of her community.

Mary dedicated her career to sales at Henkel Knives in New York, NY, where she excelled with her passion and...

Jul 1, 2024

Cornelius J. (Neil) Fenton, longtime resident of the North Fork, former District Governor and past president of the Riverhead Rotary, 38-year retiree of the the Suffolk County Mental Hygiene Department, recently passed away. He was 83. He was the beloved husband of Eileen Mary (Goulding) devoted father to daughters, Kelly Sadowsky (Glenn) and Kate Fenton Charpentier (Jerome) and loving grandfather...

Jul 1, 2024

Carol J. Brockhoff, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away on July 1, 2024. She was born on April 5, 1941, in Queens, New York to her parents Christian and Alice. Throughout her life, Carol dedicated herself to her family and career as the Office Manager for Straight Line Roofing in West Hampton, New York.

Described as kind...

Jun 27, 2024

We mourn the loss of Robert William Rabbitt, 77, of Middle Island. Known to all as Bob, he was born to Catherine and Robert Rabbitt on the last day of 1946. When he was 10 years old, he and his younger siblings Jack, Sue, and Kathleen suffered the sudden, tragic loss of their mother. His father would remarry Irene Buetow...

Jun 27, 2024

Cami Meloni, beloved homemaker, wife and mother, has passed away at the age of 57 in Port Jefferson, NY. She was born on May 13, 1967, in West Islip, NY. Cami will be dearly missed by her surviving family and friends including her loving spouse, Martin "Marty" A.; devoted son, Salvatore Vincent; caring sisters, Andrea, Linda, and Nicole; and supportive...

Jun 27, 2024

Pasquale Maniscalco of Middle Island, NY sadly passed away on June 27, 2024, at the age of 99.  He was born in Manhattan, NY to loving parents, Giuseppe and Giuseppina Maniscalco. 

After High School, Pasquale joined the Navy, where he fought for our country's freedom from 1943 to 1946.  After the war, he became a maintenance specialist with the NYC Transit...

Jun 25, 2024

Veronica M. Tierney Hornby, passed away on June 25, 2024. She was born on October 8, 1934, in New York, NY to her parents Eugene and Nora.

Veronica dedicated her career to shaping young minds in New York as a teacher. Her passion for education touched the lives of many students throughout her years service. She continued to pursue knowledge and obtained...

Jun 25, 2024

Andrew F. Wargo, has sadly passed away on June 25, 2024. He was born on July 7, 1942, in Astoria New York to his parents Andrew and Frances. Andrew's journey in life was marked by pursuit of excellence, culminating in the achievement of a Masters Degree in his field.

A man of integrity and diligence, Andrew's career as a Business Manager...

Jun 25, 2024

Shirley Griffing Smith Simon

Shirley passed away at home after her final battle with cancer on Tuesday June 25, 2024.

Born on October 2, 1931, to Alice Terrell Griffing and Timothy G. Griffing, Sr. She began her life in Riverhead and proudly remained a lifelong resident in the area. She often shared that the Griffing family came to Riverhead from Southold in...

Jun 24, 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.

Jun 23, 2024

Marie M. Guerrier, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away on June 23, 2024 at the age of 88. She was born on July 16, 1935, in Haiti to her parents Joseph and Dejanie.

Marie was known for her unwavering love and devotion to her family. She adored her children, Gertrude Francois, Luce Francois, Jude A. Pierre, and Souvenise...

Jun 23, 2024

Patricia Stark, affectionately known as the "First Lady of Riverhead," passed away peacefully at her home in Riverhead surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and community spirit. A beloved wife to former Riverhead Town Supervisor James Stark (who passed in 2015), mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Patricia's life was a testament to the power of compassion and...

Jun 23, 2024

Anthony K. Millette, a distinguished Costume and Interior Designer, was born on October 22, 1945, in Trinidad to his parents Paul and Zianab. He passed away on June 23, 2024 leaving behind a legacy that will always be cherished.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Anthony was a loving family man. He is survived his devoted wife, Gloria Millette. His daughters, Alana Millette-Gambino...

Jun 23, 2024

Walter Whelan, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on June 23, 2024, at the age of 77.  Loving husband to Joyce Whelan (neé Stewart); cherished father of Charlene (Joe) Mavrovich.  Adoring grandfather to Kristina (Michael) Cortes and Matthew (Ashanti) Mavrovich. 

Visitation services for Walter will be held at Mangano Funeral Home of Middle Island, located at 640 Middle Country Road,...

Jun 23, 2024

Jun 22, 2024

With heavy hearts, we gather to remember and celebrate the life of Joseph Battagliese who passed away on June 22, 2024. Joseph was born on April 16, 1937, in Brooklyn, New York to his parents Angelo and Giovanna Battagliese. He was an engineer for the NYC Transit Authority, devoting his skills and passion to ensuring the smooth operation of the...

Jun 19, 2024

Chloe Reese Atienza was born on February 13, 2009, in Manhattan, New York, to Rethier and Michelle Atienza. Chloe brought light, laughter, and joy into the world from day one. Her love for her parents, siblings, extended family, and family of caregivers at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children cannot be captured by words alone.

At 8 months old, Chloe suffered from...

Jun 18, 2024

Isabella Catalano, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend passed away on June 18, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on May 26, 1930, in Mola di Bari, Italy to her parents Luigi and Giustina Pinto.

Isabella will always be remembered for her warm and welcoming nature. Her kind heart and great sense of humor touched the...

Jun 17, 2024

John Francis Guilfoyle, a dedicated and honorable man, passed away on June 17, 2024 in Calverton, NY. He was born on October 2, 1940, in Queens, NY. John led a remarkable life filled with service to his community and loved ones.

In his professional journey, John served as a FDNY Firefighter for 20 years, demonstrating his bravery and commitment to protecting...