Obituaries
John J Marsh
Sep 7, 2024
" Heart " of Silvestri's softballJohn Marsh Jr., Known as the " Heart " of Silvestri's softball, respected businessman and local athlete passed...
Charles G. Dunn
Sep 5, 2024
Charles G. Dunn, a beloved member of the Staten Island community residing in Tottenville, passed away on September 5, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on February 26, 1947, in the Bronx, Charles led a life dedicated to service, family, and camaraderie.
Charles had a distinguished career, beginning with his service in the United States Navy aboard the USS Keppler...
Ralph D. Bosco
Sep 1, 2024
Ralph D. Bosco, 76, born on January 10, 1948, passed away surrounded by loved ones on September 1, 2024 at Staten Island University Hospital.
Ralph, an Army veteran, beloved husband, father, and grandfather was always putting his families needs before his own. Ralph always enjoyed being surrounded by family.
Ralph is survived by his wife, Madeline; son, Ralph; two granddaughters, Alexandra (Nicholas),...
Mafalda Cento
Sep 1, 2024
Award-winning Staten Island artist Mafalda Cento (Bonavita) passed away on Sunday September 1, 2024 at the age of 82.
Mafalda was born December 27, 1941 to Umberto and Rosa (Parrello) Bonavita in Rome, Italy. She immigrated with her family to the United States in 1956 and settled in Brooklyn, New York.
Migrating to a different country in her teens posed significant challenges...
Deacon John A Singler II
Aug 23, 2024
Deacon John A. Singler II of Tottenville, Staten Island, passed away on August 23, 2024 at age 85.
John was born June 7, 1939 in Brooklyn, NY and grew up and made his life on Staten Island. He married Judith Nora Devaney on June 17, 1961 and they moved to Tottenville in 1967. John was a “legendary” dad of four, John...
Maria Rosa DiStefano
Aug 13, 2024
Maria Rosa Di Stefano was born on May 9, 1936 and passed away peacefully on August 13th, 2024. She was born, grew up and was married in the small town of Licodia Eubea in Sicily, Italy. She married Giovanni Di Stefano on June 16th, 1962 and they were married for 62 wonderful years. She was courageous and traveled on the...
Paul Zbikowski
Aug 11, 2024
Paul F. Zbikowski, 67, passed away on August 11, 2024. He was born in Brooklyn. New York In 1977, he moved to Staten Island; first to Huguenot, then to Pleasant Plains.
Paul most enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a very doting grandfather to his six grandchildren. He enjoyed spending his time cooking, decorating for the holidays, and Disney...
Arlien L. Race
Aug 10, 2024
Arlien Race, born on January 13, 1943, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2024, at the age of 81.
A devoted mother of three and a cherished grandmother of eight, Arlien was deeply loved by all who knew her. She will be missed deeply, but her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends.
Rest in...
Dorothy Ostrowski
Aug 6, 2024
Dorothy Ostrowski, 98, passed to join her loved ones on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.
She is survived by her children, daughter, Karen Ostrowski Smith (Scott), son, John Ostrowski (Angela); grandchildren, John and Katie Ostrowski, Julie Smith Marilla (Salvador), and Benjamin Smith; and great grandchildren, Richard and Sophia Marilla.
Mark C. Vogt
Jul 29, 2024
Mark C. Vogt, 64 , passed away on July 29, 2024 surrounded by his family.
Mark was born on Staten Island and lived here his entire life. He went to Monsignor Farrell High School, then continued his education at the City College of New York, where he received his Bachelor's Degree as a meteorologist. His work included background acting, race director,...
Douglas Ryan
Jul 23, 2024
Douglas P. Ryan, 65, was born on April 19, 1959 and passed away on July 23, 2024.
Douglas was a plumber for over 40 years. He worked at Straightline Collision for over 15 years as an auto shop manager. He was a hard worker who always showed integrity.
Douglas enjoyed riding his motorcycle, basking in the liberating freedom and peacefulness he felt...
Mary Sessa
Jul 23, 2024
Mary Sessa, 80, passed away on July 23, 2024 in Plainsboro, New Jersey. She was born to Ida and Joseph Pedagno on May 15, 1944 in Brooklyn, New York.
Mary was a pillar of strength, love, and kindness in the lives of all who knew her. She dedicated her life to her family. Mary shared her life with her husband, Anthony,...
Patrick James Phillips
Jul 13, 2024
Patrick J. “Paddy Buddy” Phillips (born October 20, 1984), a native Staten Islander and staple of the Oakwood Heights community, passed away unexpectedly on July 13, 2024 at the young age of 39. Patrick was a carpenter by trade and his years of experience led him to starting his own business, “Artisan Contractors.”
Among his varied hobbies were reading, teaching himself...
Welland M. Fuller
Jul 10, 2024
Welland M. Fuller, 92, passed away surrounded by his loving family on July 10, 2024.
Welland was a US Army Veteran and a graduate of Civil Engineering from The City College of New York. He worked for the city as a civil engineer in the Department of Highways for 30 years. After retirement, he worked for Assemblywoman Marge Markey on the...
Ignazia Cutugno
Jun 28, 2024
Born in Porto Empedocle Italy. She came to America with her husband and two sons in 1955. Was married to deceased Angelo Cutugno. Mother to Salvatore Cutugno and her deceased son Joseph. She has two grandsons Angelo and Joseph. Angelo wife Kelly Cutugno. Also daughter in law Janet Cutugno. Two great granddaughters Adriana and Brielle. She had two brothers deceased...
