Obituaries

Betty Jean Cavallaro

Betty Jean Cavallaro

Feb 11, 2025

Betty Jean Schrader Cavallaro born 12/3/1940 in Princeton WV departed to her new spiritual home on 2/11/2025. Betty warmed the lives of many that she knew and loved, including family, friends, coworkers and neighbors. She joins her loving husband, Samuel Anthony Cavallaro and great granddaughter, Finley White. Leaving behind her heartbroken children Michael, Joseph (Katie) and Teresa (Tim) McNichols. Her...

Matthew Evan Hawthorne

Matthew Evan Hawthorne

Feb 11, 2025

In Loving Memory of Matthew Evan Hawthorne

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Matthew Evan Hawthorne (51), who left us far too soon. Born on November 17, 1973, Matt grew up and lived his whole life on Cirrus Rd., where he made lifelong friendships and unforgettable memories. Proud graduate of Sachem High School (Class of ‘91). 

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Angela Rose Burton

Angela Rose Burton

Feb 10, 2025

Angela Rose Burton from Central Islip, NY, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025. 

Angela was born on August 22, 1946 in Kingston, Jamaica. 

She was a beloved and treasured mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. 

She was a very loving, giving, caring and hardworking person. 

She was a devoted Christian and her greatest passion was music, cooking and spending time with her...

John Michael Jiranek

John Michael Jiranek

Feb 10, 2025

John Michael Jiranek 60 years old from Mastic NY passed away peacefully on February 10 2025. 

He was born October 1964 in Queens NY. He is survived by his wife, Michele of 25 years. John had three sons, Ian, Jonathan and Matthew. He was a proud plumber working for Roto Pro of Medford NY for 40 years. John loved spending time...

Grace Frank

Grace Frank

Feb 10, 2025

Grace Frank (née LaBella) passed away peacefully at the age of 87. She was born in New York City on August 3, 1937, the daughter of Marco & Henrietta LaBella (née Maffia).

Following her wedding to Edwin Frank in 1965, Grace left the big city to start a life in Holbrook, NY, settling into one of the very first new houses...

Gregory Nelson Fernandez

Gregory Nelson Fernandez

Feb 9, 2025

"Persist, Pivot, or Concede. It's up to us, our choice every time".

-Mathew Mcconaughey; Green lights

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our son, Gregory Nelson Fernandez on February 9, 2025. Gregory was born on October 1, 1986 in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic. He grew up in Queens, New York and later moved to Holbrook,...

Walter T. Sharpe Jr.

Walter T. Sharpe Jr.

Feb 9, 2025

Walter T. Sharpe, 64, beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully on the morning of Sunday, February 9. Walter was born on August 29, 1960 to Helen and Walter Sharpe. Walter is survived by his parents Helen and Walter Sharpe, wife Cindy, children Joshua (Sylvia) and Jillian, granddaughters Sydney and Summer, sisters-in-law Peggyanne and Robin...