Obituaries
Fred M. Giordano
Jun 22, 2024
We are so sad to announce the passing of Fred M. Giordano, beloved husband, son, brother, uncle & friend on June 22, 2024.
Fred leaves behind his wife of 24 years, Katherine, his mom, Joyce McCauley (late step-dad,John), late father Ferdinand (Freddie); sisters, Jennifer (Nelson) De’Arce, Alicia (Peter) DiSomma, Edward McCauley (Sonja); brother Joseph Giordano. He was predeceased by his brothers...
Joaquin Ortiaga
Jun 19, 2024
Joaquin L. Ortiaga, 78, of Annadale passed away surrounded by his loving family on June 19, 2024, at Brighton Gardens of Edison in New Jersey.
Born in San Jose, Antique in the Philippines, he was the son of the late Juan and Feliciana Ortiaga Sr. Beloved husband of 46 years to the late Miranda Lim Ortiaga; loving father of James Ortiaga,...
Stephen L. Paulucci
Jun 14, 2024
Stephen Lee Paulucci was born in Maimonides Hospital in Brooklyn, New York on the 4th of July 1961. Stephen was one of ten children, five boys and five girls. He was the fifth born child of Henry and Shirley Paulucci.
In his youth, Stephen went to St. Rose of Lima Elementary School on Parkville Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. He attended...
Arthur W. Turner
Jun 7, 2024
Arthur Turner was born on Sunday September 26, 1948. He was the best friend and a beloved husband to his wife Joanne Turner and a loving father to Brian Turner. He worked for the Uniform Fire Fighters Association and worked very hard. He was a devout Christian and loved his family very much. He loved to go on walks and...
John P. McCauley
Jun 4, 2024
John Patrick McCauley was born December 16, 1940 to Edward and Elizabeth in Brooklyn, New York . He passed away on June 4, 2024 in Staten Island, New York.
John is pre-deceased by his son, Larry.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Joyce; his loving children, Fred (Kathy), Jennifer (Nelson), Edward (Sonja) , Alicia (Peter) and Danny (Christina); Pop-pop...
Paul E. Kidder
May 30, 2024
Paul was born at Muhlenberg Hospital in Plainfield NJ on May 27th 1942. He was the second of 11 siblings born to Dorothy (Dottie) Shoemaker. His childhood years were spent in several New Jersey communities including Plainfield, New Market, and Oak Tree. He started a family with his wife Joanne and children Lisa Marie and Paul Jr. He was a...
Filomena Seamans
May 20, 2024
Filomena Seamans, 82, passed away at home on May 20th, 2024.
Filomena (lovingly known as Fil) was born in Naples, Italy & lived there with her family until she moved to the U.S. with her husband...
Maria Vincenza Iandoli
May 19, 2024
Maria Vincenza Iandoli, 72, passed away at home on May 19, 2024.Maria was born in Ferrandina (Matera), Italy. She moved to the United States living in Brooklyn, New York from 1972 to 1997, then in Staten Island, New York for twenty seven years. She graduated from Washington Irving High School, then received her Bachelor's degree from Brooklyn College and her...
Peter M. Kosinski
May 17, 2024
Peter M. Kosinski passed away at home surrounded by loved ones after a long illness on May 17, 2024 at the age of 73. Peter was born in Staten Island, New York to John and Bessie Kosinski. He grew up in the Elm Park area of Staten Island and graduated from Port Richmond High School. He married his loving wife Roberta...
JoAnn Guastafeste
May 11, 2024
Jo Ann Guastafeste, born Jo Ann De Fino in Brooklyn, New York on May 18, 1948, passed away on May 11, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at her home on Staten Island, New York.
JoAnn was a vibrant and beloved woman full of energy and spirit, known for her warm heart, infectious laughter, and unwavering kindness. Growing up in Brooklyn,...
Linda A. Rispoli
May 10, 2024
Linda Rispoli, 68, passed away on May 10, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born to Joseph and Veronica Luciano, and resided most of her life in Charleston, Staten Island.
She was a graduate of Tottenville High School. Upon graduation, she worked for 8 years for Irving Trust Co. in New York City. She became a homemaker after...
Marie Mangogna
May 9, 2024
Marie Mangogna, 85, passed away on May 9, 2024.
She was a loving, kind, compassionate mom and friend. Her family meant the world to her. She had such a big heart and had compassion for all. She loved life and was always full of joy and always had a positive outlook. Marie was the light of every room she walked into....
James J. Keane
May 9, 2024
James J. Keane, 84, a loyal friend and family man lost his courageous battle with cancer on May 9, 2024. James was a retired Board of Education Custodial Engineer who had worked at various schools in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Staten Island. He was known for his tremendous backyard parties, his jack of all trades knowledge, also his love of...
Joseph DiTomasso
May 1, 2024
Joseph DiTomasso, 86, passed away on May 1, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Joseph DiTomasso ( Big Butch) is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mary, his daughter Rosemarie & husband Andrew, his son Carmine & wife Donna, his Grandchildren Gina, Michelle, Michael and Joseph in Heaven, his great grand children, Mariella, Nicholas, Lorenzo and Noelle Josephine.
Joseph was a...
Dorothy E. Julian
Apr 29, 2024
Dorothy E. "Dot" Julian Dorothy E. "Dot" Julian, a beloved member of the Tottenville community in Staten Island, passed away on April 29, 2024, at the age of 67 at home surrounded by loved ones. Dot was a native Staten Islander and a prominent figure in the Maritime Towing Industry. As the President of Henry Marine Service Inc., a tugboat company...
Alice Shammah
Apr 25, 2024
Alice Shammah, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones, at the age of 100, on April 25, 2024. She was born on April 12, 1924 in Central Falls, Rhode Island.
Alice Shammah was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, great grandmother, and beloved friend. She showed her love through her cooking. She loved having visitors, cooking for them...
Maria Salmeri
Apr 20, 2024
Maria Salmeri, aged 87, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2024. She was born on January 10, 1937 in Messina, Sicily to Francesco and Francesca Farina.
Maria Salmeri was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, great grandmother, and beloved friend. She touched the lives of many with her kindness, warmth, and unwavering love. She will be deeply missed by all...
