obituaries

Oct 14, 2023

On the morning of October 14, 2023, our beloved Ramona Montes of Sparkill, NY, peacefully passed away at the remarkable age of 104, surrounded by the warmth of her family in the comfort of her home. Ramona's life was a testament to enduring love, unwavering faith, and a commitment to family that knew no bounds.

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Oct 8, 2023

Known to many as "Pops", "Joe", or "Domo", Dominick was born on April 26, 1937. He was born and raised in the Bronx on Fordham Road and was a proud Bronx native. He went to school at Saint Nicholas of Tolentine before joining the Marine Corps in 1956. A proud Marine, not a day went by when he wasn't...

Oct 7, 2023

Albert Piscitelli, 92, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2023.  Albert was born in the Bronx and lived in Blauvelt for 57 years.  He was predeceased by his loving wife, Catherine, as well as his daughter Janet.

Albert served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.  He began his career as an accountant, but discovered a...

Oct 7, 2023

George Edgar Sealy, of Closter, a beloved husband, brother, father, grand- father, and great-grandfather, passed away on October 7, 2023. He was born on November 29, 1936, in the Bronx, New York, to his proud parents, George Ellis Sealy and Caroline Ann (Mazzetti) of Tuckahoe.George is survived by his devoted wife, Elena, with whom he shared 39 years of...

Oct 5, 2023

Lived in Bergenfield, NJ. 94 years old. Passed on October 5th 2023. Committal Service will be held 10 AM on October 14th at the George Washington Memorial Pack Cemetery Paramus, NJ.

Sep 30, 2023

Franklin F. Benz Jr., affectionately known as Buddy, son of Frank F. Benz Sr. and Erna Benz, passed away peacefully at his home in Closter, NJ, on the age of 89. Frank was born in Waterbury, Connecticut in 1934 and later move to New York where he attended high school in the Bronx.

Frank enlisted in the...

Sep 25, 2023

Bernard "Benny" Shortt, 87, passed away peacefully at home on September 25, 2023 with his sons at his bedside.  Benny was born on August 27, 1936 in Clogher, County Tyrone, Ireland and was a resident of Blauvelt, New York since 1973.  He was predeceased by his beloved wife of more than 50 years, Margaret ("Peggy"), last year.

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Sep 24, 2023

Theresa "Terry" Foiles passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family and friends on September 24th, 2023 after battling 9/11 related cancer, contracted from her time in Rescue and Recovery efforts at Ground Zero.

Born in the Bronx, New York on September 11th, 1957, Terry grew up with her seven brothers and sisters in Castle Hill and...

Sep 20, 2023

Joseph M. "Mick" Kolacia, 78 of Demarest. Passed away September 20th 2023. Joseph was a US Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Paula. Devoted father of Michael and wife Adrienne. He cherished his granddaughters Taylor and Lila. Dear brother to James & wife Deborah Kolacia and the late Edward. Uncle to Jaime Cerritelli and Jaclyn Annunziata. Visitation Tuesday 4-6 pm...

Sep 17, 2023

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Sep 14, 2023

Dr. Oscar F. Muscariello, 92, of Closter, passed away on September 14, 2023. He was on Born May 2, 1931 to Victoria and Aristide in Cliffside Park New Jersey, Oscar lived a most extraordinary life, gifted in so many ways. He was a scholar, an educator, a theater director, a navy veteran, a genius, a magician, a ventriloquist, an...

Sep 11, 2023

Marilyn B. Valverde, daughter of the late Richard Bartlett and the late Bernice Bartlett, died peacefully at home on September 11, 2023. She is survived by her three sons, David (Janice), Daniel (Tamar), and Edward (Kathleen). She is also survived by three grandsons, Steven, Alexander, Damian and five step-grandchildren, Corey, Denise, Jillian, Desmond and Arianna (Cole). Her daughter, Diane...

Sep 10, 2023

Aleyamma Mathew, 89, also known as "Mummy", was called to eternal home on September 10th, 2023.

She was married to late Mr. P M Mathew (papa) and became a part of Koleth Korattikara Parayil family, where she lived a beautiful married life in Jabalpur, India. Besides being a homemaker, her home was also a haven for many...

Sep 5, 2023

MaryAnne Spagna Quirk of Drums, PA was gathered into the arms of her Savior Jesus on September 5, 2023 surrounded by her loving husband and siblings. Born in the Bronx on August 10, 1959, she was the beloved daughter of Charles and Dora Spagna. MaryAnne moved to Blauvelt, New York in 1967 and graduated from Tappan Zee High School...

Aug 31, 2023

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Aug 29, 2023

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Aug 28, 2023

Joseph J. McKenna, 87, passed away on Monday, August, 28, 2023 with family at his side.

Born in Nyack, NY on February 29, 1936 to John A. and Catharine McKenna, he was raised in Piermont, NY with his seven older siblings.  After graduating from Piermont High School in 1954, he proudly served his country in the United...

Aug 27, 2023

John F. Reynolds, 59, of Blauvelt, NY passed away peacefully on August 27,2023. He was born on November 22, 1963, to John J. and Mary E. Reynolds. He graduated from Pearl River High School.

John's legacy is one of love. He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. John a building engineer for 18 years...

Aug 22, 2023

Roy B. Nelson passed away peacefully on August 22, 2023, after a short illness.  Roy was born December 18, 1929 in Dumont NJ, the son of Swedish emigrants, Edwin and Ester.   Enlisting in the Air Force after high school, becoming a chief mechanic, achieving rank of Staff Sargent.  He continued his education at Rockland Community College and Dominican College...

Aug 17, 2023

Frank Siragusa of the Bronx, NY, entered into eternal life on August 17, 2023.  He was predeceased by his parents, Santo and Maddalena Siragusa, his brother, Anthony Siragusa and sister, Angelina Sahakian.  He is survived by his sister, Frances Lorino and nephews, Gregory R. and John Sahakian;  Richard J. and Thomas R. Lorino; and Madelynn Welsh and Anthony Siragusa.  ...