Recent Obituaries
Angela S. LoMonaco
Jun 1, 2023
Angela S. LoMonaco, a compassionate soul who brought warmth and love to those around her, passed away peacefully at her home on June 1, 2023, at the age of 89. She was born in Italy on November 1, 1933, to Giovanni Bizzoco and Grace Loprieno.Angela dedicated her career as a seamstress for the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union. It was...
Dorothy Anne Dietzel
May 31, 2023
Dorothy Anne Dietzel, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and teacher passed away on May 31st, 2023 at the age of 93 in Ridgewood, New Jersey. She was born in New York on May 3rd, 1930 to Otto Zimmerman and Caroline Burthwick.Dorothy dedicated her life to teaching at Hillside Grade School for many years which touched the lives...
Catherine Harris
May 30, 2023
Catherine Harris of Rogersville, TN, age 59. Cherished Mother of William Rivera and Valerie.
Charles George Nicholsen, Sr.
May 30, 2023
Charles George Nicholsen, Sr., born on July 12, 1965 in Queens, New York to Charles and Frances. He passed away on May 30, 2023, leaving his loved ones in grief. Charles was a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed.Charles had a successful career as an H.V.A.C. Mechanic at O.S.I. in Oceanside, New York. His exceptional...
Angela B. Young
May 30, 2023
Angela B. Young, born on June 6, 1934, in Peru, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2023. She was a loving wife to her late husband, Roberto Young, and devoted mother of five children, Robert, Loretta (Michael) Graessle, Alan Benny, Alexander, and the Late Rose. Angela took great pride in her family and loved the role of being a grandmother...
Doris S. Scudder
May 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...
Wilbert E. Hannes
May 29, 2023
Wilbert E. Hannes, fondly known as “Wil” to his family and friends, passed away on May 29th, 2023, at the age of 82 in Westhampton Beach. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of many years, Mary Ellen Mullen, and their children - Deborah A. Betterly, Kevin J. Hannes, Kristine M. Lusardi (Fred), and Donna M. Miles.Born in Philadelphia...
Pete M. Ratzke
May 29, 2023
Peter M. Ratzke July 31, 1961 ~ May 29, 2023
Peter Michael Ratzke also known as “Big Pete,” a beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandfather and respected safety floor coordinator, passed away peacefully at his home in Riverhead, New York. He was born on July 31, 1961 in Roslyn, New York to Elfriede Paula Heckerodt and Horst Josef Ratzke....
William G. Allibone
May 29, 2023
William G. Allibone, a renowned Carpenter, passed away peacefully at Good Shepherd Hospice on May 29, 2023, at the age of 71 surrounded by his loving family. William was born on November 14, 1951 in East Meadow, New York to Gordon Allibone and Alice Davis.William was a proud veteran having served in the United States Army. He enjoyed working with...
Kenneth T. Wessels, Sr.
May 28, 2023
Kenneth Thomas Wessels, Sr. was called to our Lord on May 28, 2023 at the age of 83. Ken (Wes) was a caring and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Family was at the core of Ken’s heart, and he demonstrated his love and sensitivity to all who knew him. Ken was the second son...
Maye Bouzas
May 27, 2023
Maye Bouzas, a beloved mother and grandmother passed away peacefully at home on May 27, 2023, surrounded by family. She was 75.Born in New York City on May 30, 1947, Maye was the daughter of Valentin Cota and Adela Lameiro. Maye lived for her family. She was a loving mother to Jose J. (Diana Gilroy) Bouzas, Sara (Victor Gonzalez) Bouzas, Dolores...
Debra Ann Lynch
May 26, 2023
Debra Ann Lynch, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away on May 26th, 2023, at the age of 68. She was born on January 2nd, 1955 in Brooklyn to her loving parents.Debra worked as a manager of Westhampton self storage facility for many years. Her dedication and hard work were greatly appreciated by her colleagues and clients. She was an...
Gregory J. Guarriello
May 26, 2023
Gregory J. Guarriello, a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, has passed away at the age of 67 on May 26th, 2023. Born in Brooklyn, New York on February 10th, 1956 to Nicholas and Jean, Gregory spent the majority of his life serving his country with bravery and honor. He was a loving brother to Michael Guarriello.Having completed high...
Rose G. Maffia
May 25, 2023
Rose G. Maffia passed away on May 25, 2023, at the age of 101 in West Islip, New York. She was a passionate and dedicated businesswoman who owned "The Donut Time" on City Island, who touched many lives in her community.Born on April 15, 1922, in Bronx, New York to the late Antonio Pascazio and the late Theresa Pascazio (Nee:...
David Harrison Young
May 25, 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...
Joyce Corby
May 24, 2023
Joyce Corby, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away at the age of 90 on May 24, 2023. Joyce was born on May 4, 1933 to her parents John Henry Knight and Adeline Hughes. She will be missed dearly by her entire family and all those who knew her.
Joyce is survived by her loving children Allan (Sue...
Janet May Shaw
May 22, 2023
Janet May Shaw, resident of Riverhead, passed away quietly on May 22, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones at East End Hospice Care. Born in Manhattan on September 6, 1936, Janet lived a long and fulfilling life, inspiring everyone she encountered with her kindness.
As a sales clerk for Macy's department store of Lake Grove, Janet helped customers for over...
Joseph Arthur Rotondi
May 21, 2023
Early morning on May 21, 2023 Joseph Arthur Rotondi passed away peacefully with his wife Bettina holding his hand as he took his last breath. He was in the care of Good Shepherd Hospice where his family was able to say their goodbyes. Joe was a man with a voluminous personality who was not afraid to say what was on his...
Blaise J. Ognibene
May 20, 2023
Blaise J. Ognibene passed away on May 20, 2023, at the age of 63. Cherished son of the late Vincent and the late Antoinette Ognibene. Loving father to Shana Ognibene and Andrew Ognibene. Cherished grandfather to James, Lena and Emma. Beloved brother to Esther (Vin) Barbuto, Anna (Peter) Ruess and the Late Philip Ognibene. Adored step-son to Diane Ognibene.
In...
Dorita Emilia Victoria Figueroa
May 20, 2023
Dora Emilia Victoria Figueroa, affectionately known as "Dorita," passed away suddenly at her home in Calverton, NY on May 20th, 2023. She was a vibrant and loving member of her family, community, and workplace. Dorita was born on June 26th, 1971, in Cali, Colombia to her parents Delio Figueroa Cuellar and Raquel Perez Campos. She came to the United States...