Obituaries

May 7, 2025

May 5, 2025

Dominick Dellegrazie passed away on May 5th, 2025, at the age of 74, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 16, 1950, in Brooklyn, New York, he was a man of dedication and perseverance, known for his commitment to both his family and his career.

Dominick had a long and distinguished career, serving as a New York City police officer,...

May 2, 2025

Edward Mahoney, 95, of Staten Island, Beloved Father, NYPD Captain, and Navy Veteran

Edward Mahoney, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, Navy veteran, and retired NYPD captain, passed away at the age of 95. Born on December 20, 1929, in Brooklyn, New York, to Edward and Florence Mahoney, he was raised in the Park Slope neighborhood alongside his two sisters, Alice and...

May 1, 2025

Lawrence “Larry” Loporcaro Jr.

March 6, 1970 - May 1, 2025

It is with sincere sadness to announce the passing of Lawrence “Larry” Loporcaro Jr. on May 1, 2025. Larry went to be with the Lord, joining his father, Lawrence Loporcaro Sr. and his mother Josephine Loporcaro-Waldron. Larry is survived by his brother Pasquale and wife Denise, his sister Joann Licata and...

May 1, 2025

Susan M. Six (née Browne), 75

Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Friend

January 11, 1950 – May 1, 2025

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Susan M. Six (née Browne), 75, a proud native of Staten Island, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025, at Staten Island University Hospital – Ocean Breeze, with her beloved children at her side.

Born on January 11, 1950, at Richmond Memorial Hospital, Susan was...

Apr 29, 2025

Frank J. Molfetta

May 13, 1938 - April 29, 2025

Frank Molfetta, 86, passed away on April 29, 2025 surrounded by his family.

Frank was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. He was a Korean War Veteran and a successful businessman who built a conglomerate of companies in warehousing and trucking.

Frank spent his life doing what he loved, working, golfing, following sports, and...

Apr 26, 2025

 Our family patriarch has been called by our Heavenly Father at the tender age of 95.

 Born and raised in Brooklyn he is a Korean War veteran who worked tirelessly as a Local 3 electrician and loved his family dearly. As the center of the family he spent the last seven years residing with four generations in Tottenville and loving trips...

Apr 25, 2025

Joe Bartoloni, 69, passed away on April 25, 2025 due to complications of early onset Alzheimer’s.

Joe was born in Brooklyn, New York on December 17, 1955 to the late Frank and Dina Bartoloni. Joe worked as a Global management consultant in the financial services industry. He was also an active member in his community, he was part of the Pleasant...

Apr 23, 2025

With heavy heart's we announce the passing of my beloved father, Michael. He was a man who found his greatest joy in being surrounded by his family, filling every gathering with warmth, laughter, and love. His presence brought comfort, his spirit brought light, and his love brought us all together. We will miss him deeply but will honor him by...

Apr 22, 2025

Salvatore A. Rapaglia, 84, passed away on April 22, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Salvatore Rapaglia was born in Sicily, Italy, and began his soccer participation in this country at the age of 15 after immigrating to the U.S. He joined fabled Palermo SC in Brooklyn, NY. Palermo SC later became the Brooklyn Italians Soccer Club. He began to play soccer...

Apr 20, 2025

Mary Wagner Russo, born on October 19, 1960 to Clifford and Joan Wagner, passed away on April 20, 2025.

 Mary was born and raised on Staten Island. She moved to Pennsylvania in 2018. Mary the fifth of six children; She is survived by Joan Wagner, Clifford Wagner, Elizabeth & Daniel Bacher, and her younger sister Barbara Abrams. Her sister Christine Foley...

Apr 18, 2025

Dominick J. Toscano, 73, passed away on April 18, 2025.

Dominick was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was always there to provide for his family and help those in need. He was a veteran who proudly served in Vietnam as a MP in the 716 Battalion. Dominick was a great leader who always did his best to keep his...

Apr 16, 2025

Gaetano Sena, 78, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, surrounded by his family. Gaetano, known as “Nino,” was born in Sant’Angelo di Lombardi, Avellino, Italy. He came to the United States at the age of 13 and spent his life in the restaurant business. He had his own restaurant in Brooklyn, New York where he created amazing dishes from...

Apr 13, 2025

Nicola D’Aquino, 82, passed away on April 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Nicola was born in Santo Spirito, Bari, Italy, to Michele and Antonia D’Aquino. He immigrated to Brooklyn, NY in 1965. 

Nicola was a wonderful Husband, Father, and Nonno. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lucia; his children, daughters-in-law, and son-in-law: Michael (Andrea), Vincenzo (Lisa),...

Apr 11, 2025

William Graziano, 78, passed away on April 11, 2025. William, known as “Billy” to most, was born in Brooklyn, NY to Vito and Carmela Graziano. Billy spent his life working in the plumbing and heating business and was excellent in his field of work. His phone would often ring non stop, with calls from people needing and entrusting him with...

Apr 10, 2025

                                                               In Loving Memory of Minerva Rosa Rios Mendez

Minerva, age 65, of Staten Island, found her peace on April 10, 2025, after a life lived with strength, grace, and deep...

Apr 10, 2025

Loving mother and grandmother, Rose DeLuca, 98, passed away on April 10, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Rose was born in Brooklyn, NY to Dominick and Lillian (nee Tisi) Burzumato. She worked as a Buyer for Site Employee Store for Morgan Guaranty. Granny loved spending time with her family and watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow. Granny Rose had a...

Apr 4, 2025

Richard Zsuffa, 90, passed away on April 4, 2025 peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

Tug boat captain with masters Captain’s license, Richard worked for American dredging company and he worked Dunbar and Sullivan. He worked up and down the east coast of the United States. He also did work in South America. He had a government contract to use dynamite...

Apr 3, 2025

Michael Graziano, 86, passed away on April 3, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

Michael was born in Brooklyn, New York to Vito and Carmela Graziano. Michael was the best handyman around; he could fix anything. He was the biggest Yankee fan and Frank Sinatra fan. Anytime he could he would be singing and dancing, he was the best at it....

Apr 2, 2025

Patricia J. Ekelund, 83, of Richmond Valley, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.

Born Monday November 17, 1941 in Brooklyn, New York, she was the eldest daughter of the late Patrick McMahon and the late Margaret (Devany) McMahon.

Patricia was a graduate of St. John Villa Academy (High School), in Staten Island, where...