Obituaries
Shirley T. Echevarrieta
Nov 14, 2024
Shirley Theresa Echevarrieta passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 14, 2024 surrounded by loved ones.
Born on November 20, 1937 in Brooklyn, New York to Mary LaRosa and Bernard LaRosa, Shirley was one of six siblings including three brothers and two sisters. After graduating from Manual Training High School in 1954, she went on to become a Westinghouse typist...
Francesca Palmeri
Nov 12, 2024
Francesca Palmeri
August 15, 1930 - November 12, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Francesca Palmeri, also known as “Ciccina,” a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, who passed away on November 12, 2024 at the age of 94 in Staten Island.
She was born in a town in Sicily, Italy, known as Buseto Palizzolo, Trapani on...
Asmarina E. Aromino
Nov 9, 2024
Asmarina “Angelina” Aromino was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. On Saturday, November 9, 2024, she passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the age of 85.
Asmarina was born to Orazio and Caterina Panza on July 28, 1939, in Moiano in the Province of Benevento, Italy. She married the love of her life Giovanni...
Kathleen Bergen
Nov 9, 2024
Kathleen Bergen, 58, passed away on November 9, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, love and courage.
Kathleen was born in Brooklyn, New York and graduated from Bishop Ford High School.
She was a devoted mother to her four children, Christiana, George, Daniel and Colin. Her children were her greatest joy and she found no greater happiness than being by...
Joan Holshuh
Nov 9, 2024
Joan Holshuh, born on May 12, 1936, in Queens, New York, peacefully passed away on November 9 2024, in Staten Island, NY. She was the daughter of Harry and Frances Gerhardt. Joan dedicated a significant part of her professional life as an executive secretary in Local 37 before retiring, when she made the decision to move to the Poconos. In...
Carol Anne Burgess
Oct 24, 2024
Carol A. Burgess (nee Kavanagh), 69, native Staten Islander, loving mother and grandmother, died on October 24, 2024.
Carol grew up in Great Kills and lived in other areas of Staten Island before residing in South Beach.
After graduating from Tottenville High School, Carol worked for 5 years alongside her mother at Banker’s Trust in Manhattan.
After leaving the bank, Carol married William...
Christopher Thorgersen
Oct 13, 2024
Christopher Thorgersen, 35, passed away on October 13, 2024.
Christopher worked for Local #1 as an elevator constructor. He loved seeking out any type of adventure. He loved skydiving, motorcycles and bungee jumping. He especially loved spending time with his family and friends.
Christopher is survived by his beloved parents, George and Lori; cherished son, Christopher; loving brothers, Nicky, Vincent, Michael;...
Frances M. Castellano
Oct 13, 2024
Frances M. Castellano. 90, passed away on October 13, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family.
My grandmother, Francis Castellano, was someone you could always count on to be up after hours. A true night owl, she found her own rhythm in the quiet of the late night. She loved her trips to the city with her first grandson Michael, and her...
Charles Siclari
Oct 10, 2024
Charles John Siclari passed away on October 10, 2024. He was born to Charles and Lillian Siclari on February 10, 1948 in Staten Island, New York. He was the oldest of three children and lovingly nicknamed "Butch".
As a young boy, Charlie spent his time riding his horses and helping to care for the family farm. He was also a member...
Carol J. Knutsen
Oct 10, 2024
Carol J. Knutsen, (nee: Schlamp) 80, passed away on October 10, 2024.
A lifelong Staten Islander, Carol was born in Sunnyside, then moved to Eltingville then to Tottenville where she lived for over fifty years. She graduated from Tottenville High School in 1961. She continued her education at Katherine Gibbs Secretarial School. Upon graduating from secretarial school, she worked as an...
Lynn MacKittrick
Oct 8, 2024
Lynn MacKittrick, 78, was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished friend to many. She lived with a spirit of generosity and love, always present for the milestones and everyday moments in her family’s lives—whether it was cheering at sports games, attending Girl Scout meetings, or applauding at dance recitals. Lynn embraced adventure, traveling far and wide with her...
John J. O'Regan
Oct 7, 2024
John J. O’Regan (Jack), 90, passed away peacefully at home on October 7, 2024. Jack was born on May 24,1934 in Staten Island, NY to George (Johnno) and Kathryn (née Devlin) O’Regan. Jack grew up in Port Richmond and graduated from Port Richmond High School. He is pre deceased by his siblings Maureen (Lachaire), George, William (Bill), and Patrice (Pat...
Joan Siclari
Oct 3, 2024
Joan Elizabeth Siclari (née Bockowski) passed away on October 3rd, 2024. She was born to John and Mary Bockowski on January 23rd, 1944 in Richmond Valley, Staten Island, New York. She was the youngest of 8 children, and was lovingly called “Flea” growing up by her siblings.
Joan graduated from Tottenville High School in 1962, and worked for The Bank of...
Edward A. LaForte
Sep 26, 2024
Edward “Eddie” Anthony LaForte, age 35, died on September 26, 2024 surrounded by his family. Eddie was born and raised in New York City, where he resided until his death.
Eddie was a pioneer in the fixed gear biker community, known professionally as “Ed Wonka”; and traveled the world perfecting his craft. He was a talented artist and excelled at everything...
Marie Conniff
Sep 26, 2024
Marie Conniff (née Dougher), 85, of Staten Island, passed away peacefully at home on September 26, 2024.
Marie was born on January 7, 1939, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, to Patrick and Gertrude (née O'Leary) Dougher. She grew up in a close-knit family and carried the values of love and devotion throughout her life. In 1958, she married the love of her life,...
