Obituaries

Dec 29, 2022

MaryLee Lawler died peacefully on December 29, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. MaryLee was born on June 16, 1957, to Walter and Janet Lawler in Staten Island. She graduated Tottenville High School in the class of 1975 and was a lifelong Staten Islander. She was loved by everyone she knew.

She is survived by her daughters Jessica...

Dec 26, 2022

Louis Angelico, 81, passed away on December 26, 2022.

Louis was the beloved husband of the late RoseAnn, the loving father of Gina, and grandfather of Steven.  Louis was also cherished by his brother, Richard; brother-in-law, Joe; and sister-in-law Ann.  He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Louis worked for the NYC Police...

Dec 24, 2022

Margaret G. Paoluccio (nee: Barracato was a lifelong Staten Islander, born on October 6, 1937, and passed away this Christmas eve in 2022.

She was pre-deceased by her husband, Frank V. Paoluccio, Sr., her parents Lucy and Novello (Benny) Barracato, brother, Nicholas, sister-in-law Maria (Bunny), and grandson, Michael.

She is survived by her brother, Joseph...

Dec 23, 2022

Marion Rose Johnson (nee: Soraci) passed away quietly at home surrounded by her loving family on December 23, 2022

Marion loved animals, especially her dogs.  She took great joy in watching local wildlife, often feeding the birds and deer that frequented the yard.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Philip R. Geiger, and...

Dec 20, 2022

Frank E. Springman, 83, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on December 20, 2022.

Frank loved country life, boating and fishing.  He enjoyed  all lakes and oceans.

Frank is survived by his beloved wife, Camille; loving children, Frank, Karen and son-in-law, Jim; cherished grandchildren, Heather, Lauren, Megan, Thomas, Kelsey; great-grandchildren, Hudson,...

Dec 18, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Enrico Solimine. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 18, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Michael Reinhart. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 15, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Richard Pecoraro. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 15, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Gloria Dickman. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 14, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Josephine M. Zocco. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 13, 2022

Joseph A. Furnari,78, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 13, 2022.  He was born in East Harlem, NYC on February 11, 1944 to Saro Furnari and Rose Vittorino.  He then made his home in Farmingdale, NJ.

He was an insurance agent for Prudential Insurance Company for many years.  Joseph was also an avid lover...

Dec 12, 2022

Janet Marie Benitez, 84, A Retired Teacher

Janet Marie Benitez (nee: Kelly), 84, of Tottenville, Staten Island, passed away on December 12, 2022 at Morristown Medical Center.

Janet was a lifelong Staten Islander, born and raised in Tottenville and lived there her whole life.  Janet briefly joined the convent for six years before deciding she...

Dec 12, 2022

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son in law, brother, uncle, and friend, Arsenio (Sonny) Velez, 65, passed peacefully at home in Brodheadsville, PA with his devoted wife by his side on December 12, 2022. Sonny was born on January 8, 1957 in New York, NY and eventually settled with his family in Staten Island, NY. He attended Curtis High...

Dec 9, 2022

Jordan Silver of Tottenville, passed peacefully at home on December 9, 2022 at the age of 63 years old.

Jordan was born in Brooklyn, lived in Great Kills, and eventually settled in Tottenville in 1996 with his wife, Linda. He attended Tottenville High School and the College of Staten Island. Jordan began his career with NYPD in...

Dec 9, 2022

Mary Morrone, 72,  passed away on December 9, 2022.

Mary was born in Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York, lived in Highland Park, New Jersey, and eventually settled in Bolton Landing, New York.  She had a compassionate heart, was a loyal friend, and she was devoted to her beloved sons.

Mary was pre-deceased by her...

Dec 6, 2022

Maria Mastroianni, 87, passed away on December 6, 2022 with her loving girls by her side.

She was a Department of Education employee for twenty-two years.  She retired in the 1990’s as a head cook.

Maria was pre-deceased by her son-in-law, Frederick J. Facciponti, Jr.

She is survived by her loving daughter, Phyllis...

Dec 6, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Tom Daragjati. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 2, 2022

Concetta (“Connie”) Questel, age 89, of Staten Island, New York passed away peacefully on Friday, December 2, 2022.  Connie was born on October 13, 1933 in Brooklyn before moving to Staten Island where she raised her family.  Connie’s greatest joy in life was spending quality time with her family.  She enjoyed hosting holidays, cooking delicious meals everyday (including Italian Sunday dinners), Christmas time, and of...

Nov 26, 2022

Andrew Napoletano Sr., age 76, of Staten Island, New York passed away on Saturday, November 26, 2022.  Born and raised in Brooklyn, he moved to Staten Island and then to Holmdel, NJ where he raised his own family.  Andrew was pre-deceased by his parents Anthony and Dolores Napoletano and wife Connie (Babajko) Napoletano.

Andrew is survived by...

Nov 22, 2022

Herbert Bruce Gruberger

Herb was born on December 15, 1938, to Margaret and Samuel Gruberger in the Bronx. He attended Amanda Childs High School in the Bronx and City College. Herb served as a PFC in the Army, six months active duty, and eight years reserve.

Herb’s first career was as a district manager for...