Obituaries
Emil Joseph Kochman, III
Aug 23, 2025
Emil Joseph Kochman, III. Born 03 March 1943 passed peacefully on 23 August 2025. Known by most as E.J. but by family as Hon, Pops, Pal, Bobo, and WeJay he will be remembered by all as a man who loved his family and friends. E.J. was born in the city and was raised in Maspeth, NY. Summers were spent in...
Andrew L. Teitelbaum
Aug 22, 2025
Andrew Lee Teitelbaum, 69, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home.
Born in 1956 in the Bronx, New York City, Andrew grew up alongside his older brother Steven and younger sister Barbra. From a young age, he was introduced to baseball by his grandfather—a game he loved passionately and later shared with his son. A lifelong Yankees fan, Andrew...
Richard Michael Bounaparte
Aug 21, 2025
U.S. Air Force Veteran, NYPD Sergeant, U.S. Customs Inspector, Beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather, Uncle and Friend
Richard Bounaparte, 82, of Hauppauge, N.Y., passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025.
A proud American and dedicated public servant, Richard enlisted in the U.S. Air Force at just 17 years old. He bravely served his country in the Vietnam War, and was stationed at...
Marco Charles Aruta
Aug 21, 2025
Marco Charles Aruta, a beloved husband, cherished father, devoted father-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle, nephew, cousin, and dear friend, passed away peacefully at home on August 21, 2025, at the age of 72. Marco was born in Brooklyn, NY, on September 27, 1952, and grew up in Deer Park, NY, where he developed a love for cars. However, that...
George J. Nauss
Aug 20, 2025
George Nauss
July 30, 1931 – August 20, 2025
We lost a wonderful Dad, Uncle, Grandpa, and Great Grandpa when George, lovingly known by many as “Poppy,” passed away on August 20, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on July 30, 1931, in Queens, New York, George grew up in East Meadow back when the roads were still dirt and farmland...
Albin J. Haas
Aug 20, 2025
Albin Haas, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025. Born on June 2, 1941, in Brooklyn, New York, Albin lived a life defined by craftsmanship, dedication, and unwavering love for his family.
A proud graduate of Brooklyn Automotive, Albin was an exceptional mechanic and the respected owner of several neighborhood repair shops. Known for...
Mabel Herlich
Aug 20, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend Mabel Herlich, on August 20th, 2025, at the young age of 101. She passed peacefully surrounded by her loved ones.
Born on April 19th, 1924, in Flushing, NY, Mabel was the daughter of Theodore and Mabel Hertling. She married...
Barbara Elizabeth Prianti
Aug 20, 2025
Barbara Elizabeth Prianti, nee Straub, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2026, at NYU Langone Hospital in Patchogue, NY. She was 86 years old.
Born on January 19, 1939, in Richmond Hill, Queens, Barbara was a proud graduate of The Mary Louis Academy in Jamaica, graduating in 1957. She furthered her education at Berkeley College, where she earned a two-year degree...
Pasqualino "Pat" Procopio
Aug 19, 2025
Pasquale “Pat” Procopio
Loved by Family and Friends, was called home to the Lord on Aug. 19, 2025. Born Mar. 27, 1932 in Davoli, Italy. Pat immigrated to the U.S. at the age of 17. Trained as a Carpenter, he found his passion, eventually owning his own Framing Co. In 1958 He was married to Mary (Vona) and in 1964 moved...
Christine Brucculeri
Aug 19, 2025
Christine Dodson Brucculeri, 45, of Holtsville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 19, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on August 7, 1980, in Smithtown, NY, Christine was the cherished daughter of JoAnn Dodson and the late Thomas Dodson. She graduated from Sachem High School North and went on to earn her...
