All Obituaries

Frances was a light to anyone who knew her, she touched the hearts of many and made everyone feel at home. Frances was a selfless, nurturing mother and wife who dedicated her life to loving her family. She faced anything life threw at her with grace and elegance. Even in despair, Frances put others first and was always concerned for her family, she was a true example of what it means to be a mother and a best friend.   Frances had the biggest personality and always managed...

Curtis A. Geruldsen, Jr.,41, passed away on June 6, 2021.  He was born in Tacoma, Washington on September 11, 1979 to Curtis A. Gerulden, Sr. and the late Karen Geruldsen (nee:Berglund).  He was born while his father was serving in the U.S. Army.  When Curtis Sr.'s tour was over, the family returned to Staten Island and Curtis Jr. was raised there.   Curtis attended Tottenville High School.  He was a member of the Metallic Lathers and Reinforcing...

John Carloni, 72, was born on May 28,1949 and passed away at Staten Island University Hospital on June 6, 2021. John was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY then moved to Staten Island. He attended John Jay high school.  John was a loving father, was loved by everyone and had a "Good sense of humor". He enjoyed fishing and playing musical instruments with his son, David; enjoyed his time talking and spent with his son, John Jr; and was proud of the men they have become. He always...

Vincent J. Riviceccio, 59 of Staten Island New York, passed away on May 29th 2021, with his loving wife of 37 years by his bedside. He was born in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn on April 11th 1962 to the parents of Joseph and Marie Rivieccio and was the youngest of 3 children. Vincent, better known as Vinny, had a passion for cars and was gifted with an ability to fix any issue. This led Vinny to open Auto Magic Collision shop in Park Slope Brooklyn in 1983. 1983 was the same year he married...

Aquilina Vacirca was born on June 1st 1931 in Licodia Eubea, Sicily. She met her husband Salvatore in Italy. They then immigrated to the United States in the mid 50’s at the age of 24. She settled in New York where her time was dedicated to raising her two children, Carmine and Angela. Aquilina was very social.  She loved to spend time with her family and friends.  She enjoyed playing cards with friends, loved to go to parties and dance the night away. You...

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Mario Joseph Coniglione, 57, loving father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on May 20th from Polycythemia and COVID-19 at Staten Island University Hospital. Mario lived his life in Tottenville, and attended Saint Bernadette's School and Tottenville High School. In his early years of adulthood, Mario was a stockbroker, and most recently worked at DBA Elite Office Interiors. Mario will always be remembered for his sarcasm and quick wit that always kept...

Frank Contrada  (Big Francis), 76, passed away at his home on May 18, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.  Frank was born in Brooklyn, N.Y.,then moved to Staten Island where he lived  for 40 years. Three years ago he and his wife, Lucille moved to New Jersey. Frank graduated from Boys High School. He was a Vice President at Citibank, retiring in 1994. Frank served in the U.S. Army as a Private stationed in Fort Louis, Washington. Frank loved...

Fredda Paul 72, passed away Wednesday May 5, 2021. Fredda was the most giving and thoughtful woman, an incredibly loving and selfless mother, a wonderfully caring mother-in-law, and amazing grandmother.  Family and friends may visit Monday May 10 from 3pm - 8pm.