Obituaries
Alfred Pantaleone
Dec 29, 2025
Alfred Salvatore Anthony Pantaleone - “ASAP” as he liked to say: a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather & great-grandfather, faithful catholic, proud American proud of his Sicilian heritage, a staunch &dedicated Republican and a pillar of his Brooklyn & Staten Island community, passed away at the age of 92. He leaves behind a life defined by love, loyalty, humor, unwavering...
Angela Vella
Dec 29, 2025
Angela Vella, affectionately known to her family as Lina, passed away on December 29, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on October 11, 1934, in Sicily, Italy, Angela lived a life that was marked by love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her family.
Family was the cornerstone of Angela's existence. She was a self-sacrificing matriarch who always placed her...
Patricia Ann Julian
Dec 31, 2025
Patricia Ann Julian, a beloved daughter, sister, cousin and aunt passed away on December 31st, 2025 at the age of 73, surround by her loving family.
She was born and raised on Staten Island and worked as a beautician for most of her life until she retired to care for her ailing mother. She was a loving carefree spirit who marched...
Jean Corso
Dec 31, 2025
Jean was born Giovannina Vittorio, on March 25, 1934, in Brooklyn, New York. Our beloved mother lived a life rooted in love, family, and friendship. She was the devoted wife of Anthony, and together they built a family filled with deep bonds, cherished traditions, and lasting memories for 42 years before his passing in 1999.
She was a loving mother to...
Angela K. Idone
Dec 22, 2025
Angela K. Idone (nee LaCirasella) was born on August 10, 1951 to Rose Rizzo LaCirasella and Richard LaCirasella. Angela was born in Brooklyn, New York. She graduated from St. Francis Xavier Elementary School in Park Slope, Brooklyn. She attended Bishop Kearney High School in Brooklyn, where she graduated at 16 years old with honors.
Angela was then employed as a secretary...
John Zappala
Jan 1, 2026
John Zappala, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
John was a retired Delegate of Local 25 of the International Union of Operating Engineers. He proudly dedicated his career to advocating for the rights of his fellow union members, a role he carried out with integrity and commitment. Above all...
Elvira Giuffre
Dec 28, 2025
Elvira Giuffre, of Staten Island, New York, passed away on December 28, 2025, leaving behind a family forever shaped by her love.
Elvira—known and cherished by all as Nonna—was the heart and anchor of our family. She lived for her husband, her children, her grandchildren, and her great-grandchildren, giving endlessly of herself and expecting nothing in return. Her home was a...
Denise Marshall
Dec 25, 2025
Good evening. Tonight, we share the news of the peaceful passing of Denise Marshall, a pillar of warmth and kindness in her community. Born on December 21, 1950, in Brooklyn, New York, Denise's journey of 75 years came to a gentle close on Christmas Day, 2025, surrounded by love in Staten Island, New York.
Denise, a devout Christian, lived a life...
John E. Hojnacki
Dec 23, 2025
John Hojnacki Loving husband, a devoted father, grandfather, veteran, and community servant, passed away peacefully surrounded by love. He lived a life defined by service to his country, his community, his fellow veterans, and most of all, his family.
A proud Vietnam War veteran, john carried his dedication to service long after his military years ended. He retired from the Department...
Geraldine Sgarlato
Dec 21, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Geraldine “Geri” Sgarlato, a woman of warmth, kindness, and deep devotion to her family and friends. Geri made an immediate impression on everyone she met; her generosity and compassion were legendary. Raising her children was her greatest joy, and she always welcomed their friends into her home as if...
Barbara C. Bieber
Dec 20, 2025
Barbara Bieber age 73 passed away at Staten Island South hospital. She was born and raised in Staten Island.
She was the daughter of the late Charles and Agatha Wilkie. She leaves behind her beloved daughter Debra Bieber, son in law Joseph Dima, Grandbabies Cleo and Baxter, Sisters Frances Mooney and the late Debra Farina, Brother in laws Kevin Mooney and...
Lucille Molfetta
Dec 15, 2025
Lucille Molfetta, a beloved mother, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025 at the age of 84, surrounded by her family at her daughter Dorothy’s home.
She was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York and worked as an executive secretary before becoming a stay at home mother. Lucille had an identical twin sister, Dorothy, whom she adored and walked side...
Rosalie Noceti
Dec 8, 2025
Rosalie Noceti, a beloved mother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025 at the age of 93. Born on December 19, 1931 in Brooklyn, she touched the lives of those around her with warmth and love.
Rosalie worked in accounts payable at Kingsborough Community College before retiring.
Rosalie was a devoted Eucharistic Minister in Aventura, Florida, a role that...
Deborah DeCicco Skoczylas
Dec 8, 2025
Deborah DeCicco Skoczylas, 76 passed away on December 8, 2025.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, she died a resident of Staten Island, New York.
Deborah is pre-deceased by her father, Liborio DeCicco and step-mom, Dorothy; her mother Marie Morizio and nephew Stefon Husseyin.
She is survived by her heart broken daughter, Lizette Skozcylas Beniquez; son-in-law, Marcos Beniquez and grand-daughter, Larissa Beniquez;...
Paola Dellegrazie
Dec 5, 2025
Paola Dellegrazie, a woman of strength, grace, and devotion, passed away surrounded by the love she so tirelessly gave throughout her life.
Born in Mola di Bari, Italy, Paola carried with her the warmth, and deep-rooted faith of her hometown. In July 1953, she married her beloved husband, Vito Dellegrazie. Together they built a life grounded in love, sacrifice, and fierce...
Norma Sullivan
Dec 3, 2025
Norma Sullivan, age 79, died on December 3, 2025 in Pennsylvania.
Born and raised in Staten Island, New York, she was the last of eight children born to the late Edward and Marjorie Sullivan. After relocating to Sayreville, NJ, in 1992, she became a devout parishioner of St. Stanislaus Kostka, where she also taught CCD.
After graduating with a degree in English...
Theresa Katherine Levine
Dec 2, 2025
A lifelong Staten Islander, Terry was born to Percival and Katherine Early. She grew up in Tottenville with her two beloved sisters, Rose and Edna. The three sisters were inseparable in their youth, sharing a deep bond and countless joyful memories.
Terry graduated from Tottenville High School and attended Oneonta College. Still unsure of her career path, she eventually returned home,...
Marion Van Tine
Dec 1, 2025
Marion Van Tine, 95, passed away peacefully on December 1,2025. Born in a tiny house bordering on Bloomingdale and Clay Pit roads on May 9, 1930, she didn’t stray far from her humble beginnings, growing up in Pleasant Plains and later raising her family there with her beloved late husband, Bill.
She graduated from St. Louis Academy in — where else?...
