Recent Obituaries
Margaret J. Napoli
Jun 11, 2023
Margaret June Napoli – Born June 17, 1930
Our mom will be remembered as always being incredibly kind and thoughtful, always putting the needs of her children above her own needs, always wanting what was best for all of us, always delighted to simply be with loved ones. She instilled in us a moral compass, reminding us to always do...
Joseph A. Costa
Jun 11, 2023
Joseph A. Costa, a beloved and devoted man, passed away peacefully on June 11th, 2023 at the age of 92. He was a retired union delegate for the painters union #486 in East Islip, NY and served his community with unwavering loyalty.Born on October 1st, 1930 in New York, New York to Anthony and Angelina Costa; he attended high school...
Diane C. Prestano
Jun 11, 2023
Diane C. Prestano of North Babylon, age 75. Cherished mother of Debra (Michael) and Tim (Melissa). Adored grandmother to Dominic, Christopher, Nick and Donnie. Dear friend to Kim.
Darren Keith Graziano
Jun 10, 2023
Darren Keith Graziano, age 57, passed away while sleeping peacefully in his residence. Darren was born on January 2, 1966 to Gary and Mary-Ellen Graziano. The middle child of seven siblings; Joseph, Sylvia, Donna, Frank, John, and Greg. He is survived by his two sons Anthony and Dylan.
Darren would never be out worked and had a lifelong passion for...
Darren Keith Graziano
Jun 10, 2023
Darren Keith Graziano of Shirley, age 57. Cherished father of Dylan Graziano. Beloved son of Gary Lee Graziano and Mary-Ellen Graziano. Adored brother to Sylvia (Joseph) DeRose, Joseph Graziano, Donna (Peter) Spaeth, Frank Melendez, John Graziano and Gregory Graziano.
Walter H. Stewart
Jun 10, 2023
Walter H. Stewart, lovingly known as "Coach", passed away on June 10th, 2023 at age 98 at his residence. He was born on January 4th, 1925 in Manhattan and grew up in New York City. He graduated from NYU and went on to serve in the military during WWII in the 10th Mountain Division stationed in Italy. For his bravery...
Theresa Hora
Jun 9, 2023
In Loving Memory of Theresa O'Neill Hora
Theresa O'Neill Hora, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on June 10, 2023 at the age of 92. Born and raised in New York, she led a fulfilling life filled with love, joy, and a commitment to her family.
She is survived by her two sons, Walter and...
Richard Lombardi
Jun 9, 2023
Richard Lombardi was born on November 11, 1948, in Brooklyn, New York. He had a high school education and served in the United States Marine Corps (USMC) from 1967-1972. After completing his military service, he joined the NYPD and climbed up to become a retired Lieutenant of the NYC Police department.Lombardi left an impression on all who knew him. His...
Salvatore Marino
Jun 7, 2023
Salvatore Marino of Deer Park, age 62. Beloved husband of Elizabeth Marino. Cherished father of Julie , Salvatore, Ian and Celine. Adored grandfather to Mikayla, Hunter, Ayla and Charlie Ann.
Dorothy E. Okray
Jun 7, 2023
Dorothy E. Okray, lovingly known as Dorothy, passed away on June 7, 2023, at JT Mather Memorial Hospital. She was born on April 28, 1935, in Brooklyn to her parents.Dorothy will be deeply missed by her husband of 65 years, Eugene Okray. Together they shared a lifetime of love and happy memories. She leaves behind her children Valerie Fitzgerald (Thomas),...
Timothy Eugene Spelman
Jun 6, 2023
GOD GRANT ME THE
SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE
THINGS I CANNOT CHANGE
COURAGE TO CHANGE
THE THINGS I CAN AND
WISDOM TO KNOW
THE DIFFERENCE
AMEN
Dorothy Bonanno
Jun 5, 2023
Dorothy Bonanno, age 82, passed away peacefully on June 5th, 2023 in West Islip, New York. She was born on April 10th, 1941 in Brooklyn, New York to Sebastian Badagliacca and Dorothy Polito.For those who knew her best, they will always remember Dorothy's delicious home-cooked meals. Cooking was not just a hobby for her; it was an expression of love....
Richard Thomas Heyder
Jun 5, 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...
George J. Granelle
Jun 3, 2023
George J. Granelle, a hardworking construction worker, passed away at the age of 78 on June 3, 2023 in West Islip, New York. A proud Army veteran, he was born on November 29, 1944 and raised in Queens, New York by George J. Granelle and Eileen Hoffer. Throughout his life, George was known to be an honest man who would go...
Helen Karpowicz
Jun 3, 2023
Helen Karpowicz, beloved wife of the late Frank Karpowicz, passed away on June 3rd, 2023 at the age of 93. Helen was born on March 27th, 1930 in Jamaica, New York to her parents Joseph Nadraus and Katherine Jagiello.Throughout her life, Helen was known for her kind heart and selflessness. Her compassion extended far beyond her family and friends as...
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...

