Obituaries
Arlene M. Santantonio
Sep 25, 2025
Arlene Santantonio passed away peacefully on September 25th 2025 surrounded by family. She was the only child/daughter born to her parents John and Anna Cruppi in Brooklyn, New York 1932.
Arlene was the devoted wife of Joseph L Santantonio. Loving daughter in law to Fannie and Salvatore Santantonio. Loving mother of Suzanne and Joseph Jr. Grandmother of Danielle and Joseph. And...
Lorraine Nielsen
Sep 25, 2025
Lorraine Edna Nielsen (née Murray), passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025, at the age of 80.
Born on October 6, 1944, in Rosebank, she was a graduate of New Dorp High School. Lorraine met and married her beloved husband Robert and settled in Tottenville. They spent over 62 years together raising their family. She worked for many years at the...
Pasquale Romano
Sep 25, 2025
Pasquale Romano, affectionately known as Patsy to all who knew and loved him, passed away peacefully surrounded by his entire family on September 25, 2025, at the age of 58. Born on September 13, 1967, in Brooklyn, New York to the late John (JR) Romano and Grace Romano. Patsy's life was defined by deep devotion to his family, unshakable patriotism, and...
Lorraine E. Haberstroh
Sep 24, 2025
Lorraine Haberstroh, 77, of Staten Island, New York, passed away on September 24, 2025.
She was the devoted wife of 53 years to Frederick Haberstroh, and the loving mother of Frederick Haberstroh and his wife Barbara, Correne Stabile and her husband Anthony, and Eric Haberstroh and his wife Lyndsey. She was the proud Nanny of Emily, Molly, and Kaitlyn Haberstroh; Nicholas...
Dennis Massa
Sep 23, 2025
Dennis Massa passed away on September 23rd, 2025 after fighting a long battle with cancer. He will be remembered as a loving son, brother, and uncle who always gave 100% to everything he did.
Dennis was the beloved son of Maureen and Daniel Massa and brother of Deborah and her spouse Glenn Perroth, Doreen and her spouse Peter Traut, and Maria...
Ellen Cassino
Sep 16, 2025
Ellen Cassino, beloved mother of Lisa Cassino-Dieken and Nicole Cassino, and cherished grandmother of Daria, Derek, and LeAna Dieken, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
Born on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, Ellen moved as a young child to the East Flatbush section of Brooklyn, to a neighborhood fondly known as Pigtown.
Ellen was a consummate homemaker, hostess,...
Kathleen J. Salvo
Sep 14, 2025
February 18, 1940-September 14, 2025
Kathleen J Salvo (née Adams) passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025. She was 85 years old.
Born and raised in Queens, NY,...
Gregory Temborski
Sep 13, 2025
With hearts heavy and spirits broken, we share the sudden loss of Gregory Temborski, age 38, who passed away unexpectedly on September 13, 2025.
A devoted son, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle and friend. Gregory was a beacon of strength, laughter, and kindness. His absence leaves a void that cannot be filled.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Gregory was passionate about his nieces...
Kathryn Iliceto
Sep 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kathryn Elizabeth Iliceto on September 12, 2025 at the age of 49.
Kathryn was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and an inspiration to all who knew her.
Born on July 28, 1976 in Staten Island, New York, Kathryn lived a life of resilience and grace. She loved being surrounded by her...
Laura Ann Pitre
Sep 5, 2025
Laura Pitre, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin & friend, left this world on September 5, 2025 surrounded by love.
She was loved most by her husband Edward, her children Christine & Vlad, Dana & Roger, Eddie & Shelby and Anthony & Cami and her 8 grandchildren - Benjamin, Jacob, Francesca, Jaxson, Milania, Isabella, Alexandra and Charli Jaymes....
Stella DeSena
Sep 4, 2025
Stella DeSena passed away on September 4, 2025 at the age of 95.
Stella was born in Manhattan to parents Joseph and Concetta LaPerna. She met her husband of 46 years, Henry, at a dance and later settled with him in Brooklyn, where they raised their two sons, Salvatore and Joseph. Together, they spent many happy summers at their vacation home...
Thomas J. Greifenstein
Aug 24, 2025
Thomas Joseph Greifenstein, aged 45, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, surrounded by friends and family.
Thomas was born on September 3, 1979, on Staten Island. He lived in Huguenot and was an active member of the Huguenot Reform Church, attending Sunday School, Youth Group, Junior Choir and Bell Choir. He graduated from Tottenville High School and went on to...
Mary Balderacchi
Aug 23, 2025
Mary J. Balderacchi (née Guglieri), passed away on August 23, 2025.
Mary was born on September 5,1930 in Brooklyn, New York to parents, Louise and Bartholmew. She is survived by her brother Anthony Guglieri; her son, Gregory Balderacchi; and her two grandchildren, Iva and Marc.
In the 1960's she joined the United States Marshals Service as an Administrative Assistant. Mary then became...
Marie A. Pompei
Aug 18, 2025
Marie A. Pompei, 81, passed away on August 18, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
Marie was a lifelong Staten Islander, born and raised in the Westerleigh section of Staten Island. Marie attended Blessed Sacrament Parochial School and graduated in 1958. She went on to attend Saint Peter’s Girls High School and graduated in 1962. Upon graduating, she began her career...
Richard J. Lombardi
Aug 12, 2025
Richard Lombardi
Born, March 7, 1955
Died, August 12, 2025
We mourn the loss of our beloved Richard Lombardi. Richard was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York by Ralph and Camille Lombardi. He attended Lafayette High School where he met the love of his life, Jean Marie, who he would later marry, and where he played in his band, Topaz.
In college, Richard...
Christopher Walsh
Aug 7, 2025
Christopher Walsh, 64, passed away on August 7, 2025. A beloved community leader and friend to all he encountered, Christopher is survived by his loving wife, Pauline; daughter, Joanne; son-in-law, Neil; good friend, David; and his beloved grandchildren, Julianna (J-Rod), Markos (Stewie), Mia (Meatball), and Alessandra (Lasagna). He is also survived by his sisters, Sarah, and Annie; and brothers, Gerald,...
Concepcion Bougades
Aug 3, 2025
Concepcion “Connie” Bougades, 88, of Staten Island, NY, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Her life was a testament to courage, resilience and profound devotion to her loved ones.
Born on December 23rd, 1936 in the Province of Camaguey, Cuba, Connie’s early years were marked by her pursuit of education, ultimately earning a...
Dennis M. Emperor
Aug 2, 2025
Dennis Emperor, 81, left this world peacefully on August 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at home.
Dennis was born on May 6, 1944 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of James Emperor and Ruth Emperor Maybusher. He grew up in Brooklyn, where he developed a strong work ethic and a deep love for his family. He was a graduate of...

