Obituaries

Sep 13, 2023

 

Our dear mother, Dorothy Calkins of Tottenville, Staten Island, New York and Manahawkin, New Jersey, sadly passed away peacefully on Sept. 13, 2023 at the age of 95 with her family at her side. She was pre-deceased by her beloved husband, Martin Calkins, Sr. and sons, Martin Calkins, Jr., Richard Calkins, Sr. and grandson, Timothy Calkins, Jr. She is...

Sep 13, 2023

 

Dorothy Brittain

November 29, 1931 – September 13, 2023

 

Dorothy (Dot) Brittain (nee: O’Brien), 91, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2023.

 

Dorothy was born on November 29, 1931 in Midland Beach to Lawrence and Edith O’Brien. She graduated New Dorp High School, class of 1949 and was a life-long Staten Islander.

 

Dot married Philip Brittain...

Sep 8, 2023

 

Robert W. Benoit, born on April 30th 1944, sadly passed away peacefully on September 8th 2023 with his family by his side.    Robert (Bob) was infamously known in his family as "Papa". He was born in Brooklyn, NY and grew up in Park Slope. He was one of six siblings. In 1968, Bob married his wife Helen and...

Sep 7, 2023

 

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stacey Ann Shea on Thursday September 7, 2023 at the too-young age of 52 while surrounded by her loving family. Stacey was born in the small town of Tottenville, Staten Island, the youngest of six children. She was a fun-loving woman with a big personality...

Sep 2, 2023

Aug 31, 2023

Aug 28, 2023

Juanita Eva Huttar (nee:Haag), 102,  passed away peacefully on August 28, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.  

Juanita was born on June 8, 1921 in Richmond Valley to George and Anna Haag.  She graduated from Tottenville High School, Class of 1939.  She then continued her education at the Guggenheim School of Dental Hygiene, Class of 1941.  Juanita became one...

Aug 28, 2023

Anthony J. Puliafico passed away  at the age of 87 on August 28, 2023 after suffering with Alzheimers and Parkinson Disease. He was surrounded by his loving family.  

Anthony was born and raised in the lower East Side of Manhattan.  He went to work at a very young age doing numerous jobs in building construction, delivering fruits and vegetables,...

Aug 24, 2023

In Lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in Catherine's name be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

Aug 17, 2023

Aug 16, 2023

Estelle (Jablow) Wayne, age 95, of Tottenville, Staten Island passed away on August 16, 2023.  Born in Brooklyn on February 28, 1928 to Julius and Ida Jablow, Estelle lived in Brooklyn until moving to Staten Island in the early 1950’s.  She obtained her teaching degree and was a History Professor at Tottenville High School. She then took time off to...

Aug 14, 2023

Aug 13, 2023

 

Sandra “Sandy” Lynn (Aquino) Mondello, 57, passed away on August 13, 2023 at her home in Staten Island after a heroic battle with glioblastoma cancer.

Sandy was born in Brooklyn, New York on June 28, 1966 to Richard Aquino and the late Mary Christine Aquino.  She grew up in Staten Island as a child and remained a lifelong...

Aug 11, 2023

Aug 6, 2023

Carmela Sheehan  passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 6, 2023  after a courageous battle with cancer.  With her family by her side she fought cancer with grace and dignity and never lost her faith.  She knew it was in Gods hands. She was 84 years old.

Carmela was born in Brooklyn, New York to Jack and Rose (Di Bella)...

Aug 6, 2023

 

Robert “Mr I” Imparato, Sr

 

 

 

Navy Veteran, Robert A. Imparato Sr., 82, of Huguenot passed away on August 6, 2023, from complications related to pancreatic cancer.

 

Robert, Bob, to all who knew him, was born November 29, 1940 to Vincent and Helene (Vispetto) Imparato in Brooklyn, New York.  He attended public elementary and secondary schools,...

Jul 29, 2023

 

"After a courageous battle with cancer, John Dilgen passed away on July 29th, 2023 at the age of 67. John, or "Johnny" as he was lovingly referred to by friends and family alike, loved life and was loved by all who knew him. Johnny was quick to laugh, always game for an adventure, especially outside so he could enjoy...

Jul 27, 2023

 

THOMAS PAUL MONAHAN JR.

            Native Staten Islander Thomas Paul Monahan Jr. died at the age of 86. Tom was born January 11, 1937 on Claypit Rd. in the old Sandyground section of what is now known as Charleston. He graduated St. Louis Academy in Pleasant Plains and St. Mary’s High School in Perth Amboy, NJ. In high school...

Jul 25, 2023

 

Joan Quinn, 87, formerly of Rossville, Staten Island, passed away peacefully Tuesday July 25th, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Joan was born March 21st, 1936 at Fort Jay, Governors Island, New York to John and Ella Levendoski.

Joan “Saint Joan” Quinn was known for her fun-loving nature, generosity, and heart of gold. She dedicated her life to her...

Jul 21, 2023