Obituaries
Dominick Codispodo
Jul 9, 2021
Dominick Codispodo, 81 years old of Staten Island, NY, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather (Hops), Brother, Uncle Dom, Cousin, and Friend, he will be terribly missed by all. Dom was predeceased by his beloved wife of 57 years Fran, who passed away just 25 days before Dom. Dom...
Steven John Alcaras
Jul 7, 2021
An obituary is not available at this time for Steven John Alcaras. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Frank Volpe
Jul 1, 2021
Frank J. Volpe completed his life's journey on July 1st, 2021. Frank was born on April 15th, 1945, in Brooklyn, NY. Frank is predeceased by his parents Frank and Jenny Volpe (Nappo) and is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Marilyn (Lucarelli), daughter Michele Marzo, her husband Joseph, son Frank and his wife Denise (Cavallo), grandchildren Gia, Joseph, Cassandra,...
Maria Bolusi
Jun 30, 2021
Maria Bolusi, 93, passed away on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Born April 25, 1928, in the town of Saint Appolinaro, Italy. She immigrated to New York from Italy after World War II and, joined by her late husband, Dominick, started a family in Brooklyn where their three children Anna Carfora, Mario, and Dominick Jr., were born. In 1965, the family moved to Eltingville, Staten Island, as she continued to raise 3 children. Maria worked as a seamstress for 10 years at the former Rosbil dress factory in Port Richmond. She took great pride in her spectacular garden and was a talented cook, making all things with love. Maria was the most dedicated wife, devoted mother, caring grandmother, and great-grandmother. Above all, she loved her family and nurtured it like her garden as it grew larger. She will be lovingly remembered by her sons Mario and Dominick Jr. and their spouses, Patricia and Deborah. She leaves behind four granddaughters Justine, Morgan, Alexandra, and Briana and their spouses, in addition to her beloved great-grandchildren Vincent, Ella, Juliette, Riley, and Hudson. Maria’s kindness, faith, love of family, and devotion to her late husband will continue to remain an inspiration to all of those who knew her.
Funeral from Bedell-Pizzo on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Interment to...
Jessie White
Jun 27, 2021
Jessie Mae White, 93, of Tottenville, a beloved sister and aunt who loved the Lord, was known for her kindness, hearty laughter, and her devotion to family, died Sunday in her home. Born in Halifax, N.C., her parents were Garfield Williams and the former Maggie Pierce. Jessie was born into a large family of twelve children, which included eight brothers and three...
Christine Giudice
Jun 24, 2021
Beloved wife of Salvatore. Cherished mother of Alex and Thomas. Loving daughter of Thomas and Maryanna Pakruda and sister of Patrice. Adored daughter in-law, sister in-law, niece, godmother, cousin and friend of many.
Henry Hearn
Jun 24, 2021
In lieu of flowers, donations in Henry's memory to Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
Please see below for the where to donate.
Dorothy Zbikowski
Jun 23, 2021
Dorothy Zbikowski, 94, of Staten Island passed away Wednesday June 23, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy, born in Brooklyn, she moved to Staten Island in 1978 where she settled in Huguenot until moving to Princes Bay in 1998.
Dorothy worked as a secretary for Citi Bank for 20 yrs, retiring in 1989. In retirement she...
Frances Certo
Jun 8, 2021
Frances was a light to anyone who knew her, she touched the hearts of many and made everyone feel at home.
Frances was a selfless, nurturing mother and wife who dedicated her life to loving her family. She faced anything life threw at her with grace and elegance.
Even in despair, Frances put others first and...
John Carloni
Jun 6, 2021
John Carloni, 72, was born on May 28,1949 and passed away at Staten Island University Hospital on June 6, 2021. John was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY then moved to Staten Island. He attended John Jay high school.
John was a loving father, was loved by everyone and had a "Good sense of humor". He enjoyed...
Curtis Geruldsen, Jr.
Jun 6, 2021
Curtis A. Geruldsen, Jr.,41, passed away on June 6, 2021. He was born in Tacoma, Washington on September 11, 1979 to Curtis A. Gerulden, Sr. and the late Karen Geruldsen (nee:Berglund). He was born while his father was serving in the U.S. Army. When Curtis Sr.'s tour was over, the family returned to Staten Island and Curtis Jr. was...
Vincent Rivieccio
May 29, 2021
Vincent J. Riviceccio, 59 of Staten Island New York, passed away on May 29th 2021, with his loving wife of 37 years by his bedside.
He was born in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn on April 11th 1962 to the parents of Joseph and Marie Rivieccio and was the youngest of 3 children. Vincent, better known as Vinny, had a passion...
Francesco Di Mitri
May 26, 2021
An obituary is not available at this time for Francesco Di Mitri. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Aquilina Vacirca
May 24, 2021
Aquilina Vacirca was born on June 1st 1931 in Licodia Eubea, Sicily. She met her husband Salvatore in Italy. They then immigrated to the United States in the mid 50’s at the age of 24. She settled in New York where her time was dedicated to raising her two children, Carmine and Angela. Aquilina was very social. She loved...
Immacolata DeSantis
May 24, 2021
IMMACOLATA DE SANTIS
(12/08/1930 – 05/24/2021)
Immacolata (Racco) De Santis, 90, of Staten Island, New York, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 24th, 2021.
Immacolata was born on December 8, 1930, in Reggio Calabria Italy, the daughter of Maria Teresa and Felice Racco. In 1978, after her husband, Pietro De Santis died in...
Mario Coniglione
May 20, 2021
Mario Joseph Coniglione, 57, loving father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on May 20th from Polycythemia and COVID-19 at Staten Island University Hospital. Mario lived his life in Tottenville, and attended Saint Bernadette's School and Tottenville High School. In his early years of adulthood, Mario was a stockbroker, and most recently worked at DBA Elite Office Interiors.
Mario...
Francis Contrada
May 18, 2021
Frank Contrada (Big Francis), 76, passed away at his home on May 18, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Frank was born in Brooklyn, N.Y.,then moved to Staten Island where he lived for 40 years. Three years ago he and his wife, Lucille moved to New Jersey. Frank graduated from Boys High School.
He was a Vice President at...
Fredda Paul
May 5, 2021
Fredda Paul 72, passed away Wednesday May 5, 2021. Fredda was the most giving and thoughtful woman, an incredibly loving and selfless mother, a wonderfully caring mother-in-law, and amazing grandmother.
Family and friends may visit Monday May 10 from 3pm - 8pm.
Virginia Novaro
May 4, 2021
Virginia Mary Novaro, 80, passed away on May 4, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Virginia worked in the banking industry for twenty five years. Her family was the most important thing to her. Virginia loved cooking and every week her family would gather at her home for Sunday dinners. It was her way of keeping everyone close. Virginia always remembered...
Aurora Gurgone
May 1, 2021
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Aurora Codraro Gurgone (91), passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at her home with her six children and many of her grandchildren surrounding her with love.
Aurora was born and raised in the Bronx, NY by Natale and Antonia Codraro. As the youngest of eight children, her siblings doted...
