All Obituaries

Anna Papp, 94, passed away at home on April 13, 2021. Predeceased by her parents Alexander and Rose Papp, and her sister, Rose Orteneau, Annie lived her entire life in Tottenville. She was an independent, funny, spirited woman who said it like it is. Annie was an avid gardener, world traveler, and Broadway enthusiast who enjoyed music, especially Frank Sinatra. She was an original member of the South Shore Swimming Club. Annie worked in Manhattan, most recently for Donovan, Leisure, Newton...

On April 11th, 2021, James Winters, beloved husband and father passed away at the age of 83. Jim was born on February 23rd, 1938 in Brooklyn, New York to John and Mary Winters. Jim was a dedicated fireman in the FDNY for forty-one years and a favored lieutenant for twenty-five. Jim and his wife Joanne had many happy years on Staten Island raising their four children, Theresa, MaryJo, Donna, and Jimmy.  Jim was many things in his life. He was a father, a husband, a grandpa, a brother,...

  Anthony Piazza ,Sr., 91 of Staten Island passed away peacefully on Friday April 9th, 2021 at Staten Island University Hospital. Anthony was the  beloved husband of the  late Marie Piazza. He is survived by his loving children,  Anthony Jr.,Richard , and Sebastian. Dearest grandfather and great grandfather. Anthony was a truck driver who had a true passion for what he did . However , what he really lived for was his beautiful wife and their family.  He...

Vanessa Gail Sharkey (nee: Lux) , Age 64 November 6, 1956 - April 2, 2021 Vanessa was an avid gardener. She loved  planting every spring to make her cottage look beautiful. She also loved taking walks along the beach. She never wanted to sell her home because of its close proximity to the ocean. The ocean was her calming place. Vanessa was also an animal lover. She especially loved her cats. Music was another of her great loves. She travelled across the country following Gerry Garcia...