Obituaries

James Franco Jr.

James Franco Jr.

Jan 13, 2023

We are sad to announce the death of James Robert Franco Jr., who passed away at the age of 67 on January 13, 2023, after his battle with pancreatic cancer. Jimmy was born on March 25, 1955, in Brooklyn, New York where he grew up in the Marlboro projects with his parents, James Robert Franco Sr. and Mary Starace...

Antoinette Cetrino

Antoinette Cetrino

Jan 13, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Antoinette Cetrino. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Gerald Anzalone

Gerald Anzalone

Dec 31, 2022

Gerald Anzalone, 57, passed away on December 31, 2022.  Gerald was born in Brooklyn to Gerald and Carol Anzalone and was named after his father.

He worked on Wall Street, then continued to work in Florida for Salomon Brothers.  He played the bass when he was younger, loved music, loved having a good time, and enjoyed live...

MaryLee Lawler

MaryLee Lawler

Dec 29, 2022

MaryLee Lawler died peacefully on December 29, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. MaryLee was born on June 16, 1957, to Walter and Janet Lawler in Staten Island. She graduated Tottenville High School in the class of 1975 and was a lifelong Staten Islander. She was loved by everyone she knew.

She is survived by her daughters Jessica...

Louis Angelico

Louis Angelico

Dec 26, 2022

Louis Angelico, 81, passed away on December 26, 2022.

Louis was the beloved husband of the late RoseAnn, the loving father of Gina, and grandfather of Steven.  Louis was also cherished by his brother, Richard; brother-in-law, Joe; and sister-in-law Ann.  He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Louis worked for the NYC Police...

Margaret Paoluccio

Margaret Paoluccio

Dec 24, 2022

Margaret G. Paoluccio (nee: Barracato was a lifelong Staten Islander, born on October 6, 1937, and passed away this Christmas eve in 2022.

She was pre-deceased by her husband, Frank V. Paoluccio, Sr., her parents Lucy and Novello (Benny) Barracato, brother, Nicholas, sister-in-law Maria (Bunny), and grandson, Michael.

She is survived by her brother, Joseph...

Marion Johnson

Marion Johnson

Dec 23, 2022

Marion Rose Johnson (nee: Soraci) passed away quietly at home surrounded by her loving family on December 23, 2022

Marion loved animals, especially her dogs.  She took great joy in watching local wildlife, often feeding the birds and deer that frequented the yard.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Philip R. Geiger, and...

Frank Springman

Frank Springman

Dec 20, 2022

Frank E. Springman, 83, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on December 20, 2022.

Frank loved country life, boating and fishing.  He enjoyed  all lakes and oceans.

Frank is survived by his beloved wife, Camille; loving children, Frank, Karen and son-in-law, Jim; cherished grandchildren, Heather, Lauren, Megan, Thomas, Kelsey; great-grandchildren, Hudson,...

Enrico Solimine

Enrico Solimine

Dec 18, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Enrico Solimine. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Michael Reinhart

Michael Reinhart

Dec 18, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Michael Reinhart. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Gloria Dickman

Gloria Dickman

Dec 15, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Gloria Dickman. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Richard Pecoraro

Richard Pecoraro

Dec 15, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Richard Pecoraro. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Josephine Zocco

Josephine Zocco

Dec 14, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Josephine M. Zocco. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Joseph Furnari

Joseph Furnari

Dec 13, 2022

Joseph A. Furnari,78, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 13, 2022.  He was born in East Harlem, NYC on February 11, 1944 to Saro Furnari and Rose Vittorino.  He then made his home in Farmingdale, NJ.

He was an insurance agent for Prudential Insurance Company for many years.  Joseph was also an avid lover...

Janet Benitez

Janet Benitez

Dec 12, 2022

Janet Marie Benitez, 84, A Retired Teacher

Janet Marie Benitez (nee: Kelly), 84, of Tottenville, Staten Island, passed away on December 12, 2022 at Morristown Medical Center.

Janet was a lifelong Staten Islander, born and raised in Tottenville and lived there her whole life.  Janet briefly joined the convent for six years before deciding she...

Arsenio Velez

Arsenio Velez

Dec 12, 2022

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son in law, brother, uncle, and friend, Arsenio (Sonny) Velez, 65, passed peacefully at home in Brodheadsville, PA with his devoted wife by his side on December 12, 2022. Sonny was born on January 8, 1957 in New York, NY and eventually settled with his family in Staten Island, NY. He attended Curtis High...

Mary Morrone

Mary Morrone

Dec 9, 2022

Mary Morrone, 72,  passed away on December 9, 2022.

Mary was born in Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York, lived in Highland Park, New Jersey, and eventually settled in Bolton Landing, New York.  She had a compassionate heart, was a loyal friend, and she was devoted to her beloved sons.

Mary was pre-deceased by her...

Jordan Silver

Jordan Silver

Dec 9, 2022

Jordan Silver of Tottenville, passed peacefully at home on December 9, 2022 at the age of 63 years old.

Jordan was born in Brooklyn, lived in Great Kills, and eventually settled in Tottenville in 1996 with his wife, Linda. He attended Tottenville High School and the College of Staten Island. Jordan began his career with NYPD in...

Maria Mastroianni

Maria Mastroianni

Dec 6, 2022

Maria Mastroianni, 87, passed away on December 6, 2022 with her loving girls by her side.

She was a Department of Education employee for twenty-two years.  She retired in the 1990’s as a head cook.

Maria was pre-deceased by her son-in-law, Frederick J. Facciponti, Jr.

She is survived by her loving daughter, Phyllis...

Tom Daragjati

Tom Daragjati

Dec 6, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Tom Daragjati. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

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