Obituaries

Colin Francis Cople

Colin Francis Cople

May 27, 2026

For all of us…This sudden loss leaves an immeasurable void. Colin (often known as “C-Love”or “McLovin”) touched each and every life with care, grace and gratitude, each soul in a different way. He was a loving, kind, gentle and generous soul who touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him. He was a deeply sentimental person who treasured...

Ruth Ortiz

Ruth Ortiz

May 27, 2026

Bright Spirit with a Quick Wit

Ruth Ortiz age 70, of Bayshore, NY, passed away peacefully on 27 May 2026 in her lovely home in Levittown, PA. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and sharp candid humor that her family will cherish forever.

Ruth is survived by beloved husband, Wigberto with whom she shared 50 wonderful years of marriage, daughters...

Sonali Priyamvada Chitre

Sonali Priyamvada Chitre

May 27, 2026

Sonali Priyamvada Chitre, aged 43, died suddenly in her home in Brooklyn, NY on May 27, 2026.



Sonali was born in Silver Spring, Maryland on February 11, 1983, the beloved first born daughter of Neelam Gupta and Dattakumar Chitre. She was also the sister to Geetali Chitre, and is survived by her father and sister. Sonali spent her formative years in...

Cynthia Rose Ottesen

Cynthia Rose Ottesen

May 26, 2026

Cynthia Ottesen, 84, beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on May 26, 2026. She entered this world on April 25, 1942, in Troy, NY, the daughter of William and Rose Baczynski. She is survived by her devoted husband, William Ottesen Sr., of 61 years. Loving children William Ottesen Jr, Jonathan Ottesen (Melissa), and Lisa...

Mabel Kellman

Mabel Kellman

May 25, 2026

Mabel (Mae)Nora Kellman 94, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend peacefully passed away on May 25, 2026 in the comfort of her own home in Hauppauge, New York, surrounded by loved ones. Born on January 9, 1932, in Brooklyn, New York.Mae was the beloved wife of Aaron (Jack) Kellman for 71 blessed years. She is survived...

Louis Vincent Castellano

Louis Vincent Castellano

2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Louis Vincent Castellano, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, who departed this life on May 24, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on September 4, 1956, in Mineola, NY, Lou spent his formative years in Deer Park, NY, before establishing a cherished life in Lake Grove,...

Brigida Erminia DiMaio

Brigida Erminia DiMaio

May 22, 2026

Brigida Erminia DiMaio, of Port Jefferson, New York, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 22, 2026, at the age of 88.

Born on October 2, 1937, in Brooklyn, New York, Brigida was the beloved daughter of Giovanna and Salvatore Gigante. She was predeceased by her husband, Mario DiMaio, and her brother, Nicholas Gigante.

She is survived by her loving sister, Erminia Gigante;...