Obituaries

Jun 29, 2025

Jun 28, 2025

Patrick Tripp, born Patrick Anthony Tripp passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025. Pat, as he was known by his friends and loved ones was born in the fall of 1938 in Washington, North Carolina born to Mary McCrann and Frank Tripp. Pat grew up in Queens NY with his three brothers Joseph, Peter and Frank and two sisters Katie...

Jun 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jill Andrea Lambert, a vibrant, fiercely independent woman who left this world far too soon. Predeceased by Jerome and Judy Coopersmith of Rockville Centre, NY.

Jill is survived by her husband and partner for the last 16 years, Robert, her stepson Daniel, her sister Amy Coopersmith Lauria (Ken), her niece...

Jun 27, 2025

John Torra

March 14, 1937 - June 27, 2025

John Torra, a proud veteran, devoted husband, and beloved member of his family, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, at the age of 88.

Born on Match 14, 1937, John served his country with honor in the United States Air Force. His patriotism, discipline, and quiet strength were hallmarks of a life well...

Jun 24, 2025

Yadwatti (Betty) Chetram, age 78 was born in Skeldon, Corentyne, Guyana. She lived in Brooklyn and most recently in Baldwin, Long Island. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on June 24, 2025.

A talented seamstress whom made everything from matching outfits for her children, special events, and wedding dresses as well as upholstry, pillows and curtains. She...

Jun 23, 2025

In Lieu of Flowers, Please consider donating in Raymond's Memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

If you would like to still send flowers, the family is requesting plants instead of flowers. 

Jun 21, 2025

Antonino “Anthony” Rizzuto, affectionately known as Nino, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, at the age of 70, surrounded by loved ones at his daughter’s home in Oviedo, Florida. He was born on September 28, 1954, in Camporeale, Sicily, Italy.

Nino was the cherished first grandchild in his family, raised in a small Sicilian mountain village where he spent his...

Jun 21, 2025

Jun 21, 2025

On Saturday, June 21, 2025, Leonarda Boccia, age 82, passed away peacefully at Village Green Senior Living in Levittown, NY after a lengthy battle with dementia.

"Lena" Boccia, daughter of Rose and Joseph Masino, was born in Brooklyn, NY on December 12, 1942. In 1962, Lena married her soul mate Donato “Danny” Boccia. They remained married for 60 wonderful years, until...

Jun 18, 2025

Jun 17, 2025

James P. Tsirigotis

A much loved husband, father, Pappou, uncle, brother-in-law and friend to all who knew him. Jimmy passed away peacefully at home June 17, 2025 with his loving wife of 67 years by his side. He bravely confronted and fought cancer. He was born in Potamia, a small picturesque village near Sparta, Greece. He moved his family to America...

Jun 13, 2025

John Joseph Leonard, age 84, of Point Lookout, NY, passed away peacefully at home on June 13, 2025 surrounded by his family. Born in Brooklyn, NY, on May 29, 1941, John was the beloved son of the late William and Gertrude Leonard. 

John was a proud graduate of St. Gregory's Grammar School and St. Augustine High School. He went on to...

Jun 8, 2025

Jun 8, 2025

Rosemarie Murdy passed away peacefully at home on June 8th, wrapped in love. Over the last year, she fought with unimaginable strength and determination to reclaim her life—because that’s who she was. A fighter. A force.

But how do you sum up someone like Mom in just a few words?

She was a woman of incredible contrasts—soft yet unbreakable, kind yet fierce,...

Jun 7, 2025

On Saturday, June 7, 2025, Edward Skehan was called home to be reunited with his parents, Joseph and Marion Skehan, and his brothers, Joseph and Kevin Skehan. Edward was 80 years old. He was born in The Bronx, New York on September 21,1944 to Joseph and Marion. He lived in Oceanside, New York with his loving wife Theresa. They were...

Jun 7, 2025

Jun 4, 2025

Jun 3, 2025

Melanie Phelps Bean

September 23, 1951- June 3, 2025

Melanie Bean was born September 23, 1951, three weeks late but waiting to be a Libra. She grew up in Kansas City and distinguished herself academically and musically at Southwest High School. She majored in piano performance at Stanford University where she also solidified her love of tennis and bicycling. Melanie earned her...

Jun 3, 2025

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Nassau/Suffolk Autism Society of America in honor of Mary's memory. 

https://nsasa.org/

Jun 3, 2025

Cathie Paladino, Age 71, passed away on Monday, June 2nd, 2025, at Home. Born in Brooklyn, New York, She was the Daughter of Tony Porto and Vincenza Porto. She was A Wonderful stay at home Mom, that touched everyone who knew her. She was a member of St. Anthony's Church and donated generously. She enjoyed Life to the Fullest! She...