obituaries

Nov 11, 2025

Hans G. Petersen, 84, of Norwood, NJ passed away on Tuesday, November 11th surrounded by his family. Hans was born in Flensburg, Germany and relocated to the United States in the early 1970's. Hans was an electrical engineer for Volkswagon of America for over 30 years.  Hans was a past master and active member of Harmony Lodge #199 up...

Nov 3, 2025

Richard Gerard Vitalo, 75, of Closter, NJ, passed away on November 3rd , 2025.

Richard was a Brooklynite, a title he wore like a badge of honor, even when he was quick to poke fun at his own roots.

A steamfitter by trade, Richard took immense pride in his work.  But the true foundation of...

Nov 1, 2025

John B. Lounibos entered eternal life unexpectedly on All Saints Day, November 1, 2025 at the age of 91.

Born in Petaluma, California, on March 21, 1934, a true Renaissance spirit, John embraced life fully. In his youth, he was a talented athlete, competing in track, football, baseball, and boxing. He was proud to quarterback the undefeated,...

Oct 31, 2025

Harry Feuster, 93, of Orangeburg, NY passed away peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

Harry was born in Garbenteich, Germany to Arthur and Emilie (nèe Lind) on September 20th 1932.

Harry immigrated to the United States in 1953 and made his new home in New York. He married the love...

Oct 30, 2025

Mathew (Mathai) Ouseph Melathe was born in Vembilly, Kerala, India on June 26th,1947, to Aley and Ouseph Melathe; the eighth of nine children in the family. In Kerala, he worked as a school teacher for five years until he immigrated to the United States in 1977. For the next 48 years, he made New York his home — first...

Oct 29, 2025

Closter - Brendan Anthony McPartland, affectionately known as "Pop", went peacefully to his heavenly reward at 1:49 PM on Wednesday October 29th in Englewood Hospital at the age of 65. He is survived by his devoted wife of 41 years, Kathleen McPartland (nee McCullough), his five children – Colleen (husband Michael), Francis, Abaigeal (husband Peter), Thomas, and Peter. Brendan...

Oct 27, 2025

Joannne B. Ramsthaler of Harrington Park and formerly Closter, NJ. Passed away peacefully surrounded by love ones on October 27, 2025. Born on December 10, 1932 to Vincent and Maellen Greene

Predeceased by twin sister Joya Frye (2014), son in law Thomas F. Hills (2017), son John F. Thompson (1981) and two Husbands James Y. Thompson (1969)...

Oct 22, 2025

Michael G. Brown, 74, of Millsboro, DE, formerly of Sparkill and Orangeburg, NY, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025.

Mike was a graduate of Tappan Zee High School (1970).  He was a Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War Era.  He was a longtime member of the Orangeburg and Sparkill Fire Departments.

Mike was...

Oct 17, 2025

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Oct 17, 2025

James (John) Corcoran passed away peacefully on October 17th. After being born and raised in the Bronx, John spent over 60 years building a life and community in Rockland County.

John's greatest joy was his family, especially his beloved wife, Eileen. He was cherished for his warm sense of humor, which brought laughter and comfort to all...

Oct 8, 2025

Beloved wife of the late Oscar.  Wonderful mother of Victoria and her husband Michael.   Loving mother to her son Aristide.  Adoring grandmother of Alicia, Michelangelo, Julianna and Aristide.

Mary went to her eternal rest at the age of 91, after a lengthy Alzheimer Illness.

Those who knew her loved her dearly.  She was the most...

Oct 6, 2025

Carol C. Crane was born in Brooklyn, NY to Ross and Rose Hardman. Carol moved to the Bronx and attended Aquinas High School and then attended secretarial school. After completing school, Carol went to work for Clevite Corp and was an active member of St. Catharine's Church in Blauvelt, New York.

Carol had many talents, including sewing,...

Oct 5, 2025

Joan Mary Klingert

October 2, 1929 - October 5, 2025

With hearts full of love and cherished memories, we celebrate the beautiful life of Joan Mary Klingert, who passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025, just three days after her 96th birthday.

Born in the vibrant Yorkville...

Oct 5, 2025

Thomas W. Pflugbeil, 78, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025. He was born on January 1, 1947 in Cornwall, NY to the late Ruth Kent and Frederick Pflugbeil.

Tom graduated from Pine Bush High School, Pine Bush, NY and later received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the SUNY at Oneonta in 1969. He also attended...

Oct 1, 2025

Richard 'Rick' McGrath, 89, died unexpectedly but peacefully on October 1, 2025, at the Esplanade Living Center in Palisades, NY.

Born on January 19, 1936, in New York, NY, the first child of Charles & Anna McGrath. Rick graduated from high school with the Class of 1954 & then joined the US Naval Service where he served...

Sep 28, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Corona Torres Balin of Orangeburg, NY on September 28, 2025 at Good Samaritan Hospital, Suffern, NY, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 22, 1941, the second of four daughters of the late Doroteo and Antonia (Isaguirre) Torres, in Batac, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. She was predeceased by her...

Sep 28, 2025

Robert (Bob) Wayne Morris, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025.

Born in the Bronx, NY on January 22, 1940 to Harold Morris and Mary Virginia Morris (Kenney), Bob attended Samuel Gompers High School and spent many afternoons canoeing near Orchard Beach with his cousins. His interest in military history and...

Sep 27, 2025

Lucia Carmella Benz (nee Bonanno) went to Jesus on the evening of September 27, 2025, after a 99 years of being surrounded by and taking care of her family and friends. She had many angels there to greet her, including her mother who she lost at 12 years old, her father, sisters (Sadie and Angie), brother (Sam), granddaughter (Jenna),...

Sep 24, 2025

Max Conor Fernandez, 26 years old, of Tappan, NY, passed away at Montefiore Nyack Hospital on September 24, 2025, after a month long health battle.

Born in Chisinau, Moldova, Max is survived by his mother Raine, his father George, his sister Luiza, his cat Stormy, and many adoring aunts, uncles, cousins and friends....

Sep 18, 2025

Theresa Warner

It is with profound sadness that the family announces the peaceful passing of Theresa Warner of Tappan, New York, on September 18, 2025, at the age of 88.  She was born on May 25, 1937 in Brooklyn, NY.

Theresa was a loving mother who touched the lives of many...