Recent Obituaries
Gerard "Jerry" Barber
Jul 30, 2023
God saw he was getting tired
And a cure was not to be.
So He put His arms around him
And whispered, “come with me.”
With tearful eyes we watched
Him suffer
And saw him fade away.
Although we loved him dearly,
We could not make him stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands to...
Brian Douglas Mayo
Jul 29, 2023
Brian D. Mayo 9/15/1957 – 7/29/2023
Brian Douglas Mayo died on July 29, 2023 at the age of 65, at his family home in Riverhead, NY. He graduated from Riverhead High School in 1975. He was the youngest child of Grant and Maude Mayo (nee Brown) of Riverhead, NY. Brian worked at Brookhaven Labs for over 45 years and retired...
Zina Hull
Jul 29, 2023
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...
Fred Acquavita
Jul 29, 2023
We announce the passing of Fred Acquavita, who left this world on July 29, 2023. Fred was born on September 24, 1961, in Copaigue, NY.Fred was a beloved husband to Frances and a devoted father to his children, Fred, Steven (Jaclyn), and Alyssa (Andrew). He shared a deep love with his wife and cherished the time spent together with their...
Madelyne Distefano
Jul 29, 2023
Madelyne Distefano, a beloved wife, mother, and homemaker, has passed away at the age of 86. She was born on May 1, 1937 in Brooklyn, NY, and she peacefully departed from this world on July 29, 2023 at Our Lady of Consolation Nursing Home in West Islip, NY.Madelyne was a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to her family. As...
Mark Anthony Vonatzski
Jul 28, 2023
Vonatzski, Mark Anthony, 62, of Flanders passed away on July 28, 2023. Born and raised in Flanders. After school he joined with his father working as a bayman on Peconic Bay. He met the love of his life Kim in 2008 and they were married in 2011. They had their two children Mark Jr. and Alex shortly thereafter. He is...
Daniel A. Palumbo
Jul 27, 2023
Daniel Alfred Palumbo, 84, passed away peacefully on July 27th, 2023, surrounded by his family.
Daniel was born March 16th, 1939 to Daniel and Josephine Palumbo in Coney Island, Brooklyn. After high school, he proudly served his country in the United States Army. In 1958, while home on leave, Danny met Anna, when set up on a blind date,...
Marie R. Pagano
Jul 25, 2023
Marie R. Pagano, a beloved homemaker, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2023, in East Northport, New York. She was born on September 26, 1929, in Brooklyn, New York. Marie will be remembered as a devoted daughter, mother, and friend to many.Marie dedicated her life to creating a warm and loving home for her family. Her selflessness and nurturing spirit...
Stephanie J. Fiato
Jul 23, 2023
Stephanie J. Fiato, age 87. Cherished daughter to the late James J. and the late Fortunata Fiato. Adored sister of Joseph (Arline), and Rose (the Late Anthony) Borriello. Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews.
In Lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: Donate now to St. Jude...
Joann M. Cali
Jul 23, 2023
Joann M. Cali, a loving mother and grandmother, passed away on July 23, 2023, at the age of 76. Born on February 14, 1947, she dedicated her life to caring for and cherishing her family.Joann's warm and nurturing spirit always shone brightest when she was surrounded by her grandchildren. She treasured every moment spent with them, creating priceless memories that...
Patricia A. Casamassa
Jul 23, 2023
Patricia A. Casamassa of North Babylon, age 69. Beloved wife of the late Richard A. Casamassa. Cherished mother of David J. Casamassa. Adored grandmother to Alyssa, Amanda, Andrea and Andrew.
Joseph John LoFaro
Jul 20, 2023
Joseph John LoFaro, beloved son, brother, uncle, and member of the community, passed away on July 20, 2023, at the age of 79. Joseph was born on June 20, 1944, in Brooklyn, New York to Dominick and Lola LoFaro. He will be deeply missed by his surviving family and numerous friends.Joseph had a fulfilling career as the owner and operator...
Erich Karl Bugasch
Jul 17, 2023
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...
Olga Jovine
Jul 17, 2023
Olga Jovine, a caring and loveable individual, passed away on July 17, 2023. Born on July 6, 1960, in Bronx, New York. Her departure has left her family and friends grieving the loss of a beloved wife, mother, and friend.Olga cherished her role as a wife and mother. Her husband, John Jovine, stood by her side as they built a...
Michael V. Cella
Jul 17, 2023
Michael V. Cella of North Babylon, at age 71. Beloved husband of Mary Cella. Cherished father of Danielle (Joseph) Ruggiero and Kristina (Derek) Lapinski. Adored grandfather to Chase, Dylan, and Nadia. Dearest brother to Daniel, Joanne, Dianne and Patti. Loving son of Marie and Victor.
Anthony F. Yacullo
Jul 17, 2023
Anthony F. Yacullo, age 94. Beloved husband of the late Patricia Yacullo. Cherished father of Patricia (Robert) Venezia, Anthony Yacullo, Thomas (Nancy) Yacullo, Lan (Kenny) Nong and the late Steven Yacullo. Adored grandfather to Brittany, Robert, Joseph, Leigha, Thomas, Michael, Aaron, Aiden, and many fostered children.
Laura Ann Figurny
Jul 16, 2023
Figurny, Laura Ann, 63, of Mattituck, NY, passed away on July 16, 2023, at the Kanas Hospice Center in Quiogue, NY. She was born in Riverhead, NY.Laura was preceded in passing by her father Joseph Wanat. Her survivors include her daughter Jayme Figurny, son Michael Figurny, sister Jo Ann Young and her husband Allyn and their sons Timothy Young and...
Matthew D. Wayne
Jul 16, 2023
Our Loving Son, Matthew David Wayne, 35 years young, passed away on July 16th, 2023. He was a loving Son, Brother and Nephew, as well as a great friend of many. He will always be remembered for his humor, his love for his favorite football team, the Jets, his contagious smile, for the way he would always remember to say,...
Stacey Margaret Maroney
Jul 15, 2023
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...