Obituaries

Muriel O'Connell

Muriel O'Connell

Aug 21, 2025

She was an angel on earth - now Muriel is an angel in Heaven. Muriel (Schrum) O'Connell died August 21, 2025 at her home in Oceanside, NY. She was born in New York, NY on November 16, 1926 to Emily & Adolphus Schrum. After graduating from high school, she worked as a Secretary at  B. Altmans in Manhattan until she...

Stylianos Nicholas Vlahakis

Stylianos Nicholas Vlahakis

Aug 19, 2025

Stylianos "Steve/Stelios/Pappou" Vlahakis of Oceanside, New York, passed away peacefully at home on August 19. He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Maria, their children Evie (late Steven Koufakis), Nick (Barbara), John (Jackie), Anastasia (George) and 12 cherished grandchildren: Gabriella, Nicholas, Chloe, Austin, Michael, Artemios, Harrison, Alexandra, Nikko, Jeorgiana, Christina and Matthew.

Born on February 25, 1934 in...

Rama N. Dudakia

Rama N. Dudakia

Aug 19, 2025

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in honor of Rama Dudakia. 

Patricia M. Ryan

Patricia M. Ryan

Aug 19, 2025

In Loving Memory of Patricia Marjorie Ryan (Muller) 8-19-45 – 8-19-25

It is with heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived that we announce the passing of Patricia Marjorie Ryan, who departed this life peacefully on August 19, 2025, at the age of 80.

Born on August 19, 1945, in Elmhurst, New York, Patricia was a beloved wife, mother,...

Helen Andromidas

Helen Andromidas

Aug 18, 2025

Helen Andromidas

March 15, 1935 – August 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Helen, who left this world peacefully on August 18, 2025, at the age of 90.

Helen was born on March 15, 1935, in Kremasti, a small village in Laconia, Greece. At just 15 years old, she bravely...

Charles David Parker

Charles David Parker

Aug 15, 2025

Charles D. Parker, 82, of Dix Hills, New York, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025. Born on August 22, 1942, in Washington, North Carolina, Charles was a devoted father, grandfather, and beloved member of his community.

Charles proudly served in the United States Navy before beginning a long and dedicated career with UPS. Starting as a truck driver, he advanced...

Anthony Colagrande

Anthony Colagrande

Aug 14, 2025

He made his presence known not just by entering a room, but by filling it with laughter, warmth, and a magnetic energy that drew people close. To us, he was more than a friend or a family member. He was a hero, A protector, A big brother in every sense of the word, loyal beyond measure, until the very end.



His...

Theodore S. Katsigianis

Theodore S. Katsigianis

Aug 8, 2025

Theodore Stephen Katsigianis

Theodore Katsigianis was born on September 16, 1949, in Brooklyn NY. He passed away August 8, 2025, at his home in Asheville NC. He was 75 years old.

Even though Ted spent his early years growing up in Brooklyn, he was never a city kid. Every summer he and his parents, sister and brother, would pile into the family...

Chester Howard Taylor

Chester Howard Taylor

Jul 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share of the passing of Chester Howard Taylor (aka Chet), a beloved husband, brother, uncle, brother in-law, cousin and friend to so many. He left us peacefully on July 29, 2025, at the age of 78 surrounded by his wife, his twin brother, and loving extended family. He was born on February 27,...

Sebastian "Benny" Failla

Sebastian "Benny" Failla

Jul 28, 2025

Sebastian "Benny" Failla was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. He passed away on July 28, 2025, at the age of 81.

Benny was a skilled painter by trade and found joy in many simple pleasures—whether it was spending time in Atlantic City, playing his weekly lottery numbers, fishing, or tinkering around...

Arthur Joseph Milici

Arthur Joseph Milici

Jul 22, 2025

Arthur Joseph Milici, “Artie”, passed away on July 22, 2025, with his loving family by his side. He is survived by his fiancée of 44 years, Mary, his children Gina (Todd), Michael (Jaime) and is preceded in death by his daughter Lisa. He was also the proud grandpa of Vanessa, Jackson, Matthew and Jeffrey. He is preceded in death by...

Harry Raptakis

Harry Raptakis

Jul 21, 2025

Harry Raptakis was a devoted husband and father whose unconditional love for his family was the cornerstone of his life. His faith and commitment to the Greek Orthodox Church closely followed, guiding much of his service and leadership.

Harry proudly served two terms as President of the Order of AHEPA, championing Hellenic values and community. At the Cathedral of St. Paul,...

Evelyn Marie Messina

Evelyn Marie Messina

Jul 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the sad news of the passing of Evelyn M. Messina, a Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Cousin and Friend to so many. She was our Family Matriarch. She treated and made everyone feel like family. The door to her home and heart was always open. She cherished every moment spent...

Michael Sean Sloan

Michael Sean Sloan

Jul 18, 2025

It is with shattered hearts that we share the passing of Michael Sean Sloan. He was a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. Michael passed away on Friday, July 18th at the age of 38.

Michael was a devoted and loving husband to Diane Rozas Sloan. The two were newlyweds, having just returned from their honeymoon in Italy...

Phyllis M. Suppa

Phyllis M. Suppa

Jul 15, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Phyllis Suppa, who peacefully passed away on July 15, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on June 23, 1958, in Oceanside, New York, to John and Helen Holub, Phyllis was a loving wife to Joseph Suppa for 45 years and a devoted mother to Jennifer, Nicole (Robert), Nicholas (Alexis), Jessica (Keith),...