Obituaries

Elizabeth Julia Walsh

Elizabeth Julia Walsh

Mar 13, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Julia Walsh, who departed this life on March 13, 2026, in Port Jefferson, New York. Born on June 18, 1923, in Queens, New York, Elizabeth exemplified resilience and a zeal for life in the face of adversity.

Despite facing significant health challenges throughout her life, including childhood polio that...

Vincent Piliero

Vincent Piliero

Mar 11, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Vincent Piliero, beloved father, veteran, and dedicated grandfather. Vincent passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on April 19, 1943, in Manhattan, NY, Vincent led a life characterized by commitment and loyalty to his family and loved ones. Vincent proudly served in the...

Karen Selena Hill

Karen Selena Hill

Mar 11, 2026

Karen Selena Hill, age 58, passed away peacefully at her home in Holbrook, New York on March 11, 2026, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. A proud 9/11 first responder and retired New York City Police Officer, Karen lived a life defined by service, faith, resilience, and unwavering love for her family.

Karen was born on December 17, 1967, in...

Kathryn M. Wrigley

Kathryn M. Wrigley

Mar 11, 2026

It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt emotions that we announce the passing of our cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother and mother-in-law, Kathryn Wrigley. A woman whose kindness and strength left an indelible mark on all who knew her. Her life was a testament to compassion, resilience, and unwavering love for her family.

Born in 1931, during the height of the...

Grace McGarvey

Grace McGarvey

Mar 9, 2026

We are saddened by the loss of our beloved mom, Grace McGarvey. Grace passed away at the age of 95 on March 9, 2026 at Maria Regina in Brentwood, New York.

Born on May 18, 1930 in Middle Village, New York, a daughter of The Late Anastasia & Frank Otremba.

Grace loved being with family and friends, especially the annual Otremba picnics...

Daniel F. Shea, III

Daniel F. Shea, III

Mar 8, 2026

Daniel F. Shea III, 88, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of a life well lived.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, Daniel was raised in Lindenhurst, where he spent his early years before proudly serving his country in the United States Navy from 1955 to 1958. His time in the Navy reflected the dedication,...

Sharon Tuthill

Sharon Tuthill

Mar 8, 2026

It is with immense sorrow that we announce the passing of Sharon Tuthill who fought a brave three year battle with cancer. Sharon was a beloved wife to Kris, mother to Alison and Jessica, daughter to Concetta Linehan and the late Daniel Linehan, sister to Danielle and Karen, as well as a cherished aunt, niece, cousin and friend to many.

Sharon...

Helen Barbara Kaastra

Helen Barbara Kaastra

Mar 8, 2026

Helen Barbara Kaastra, born on July 23, 1937, in New York, NY, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, in Stony Brook, NY. She was a devoted homemaker and a loving mother to her children: Bonnie-Jo Kaastra and Barbara Lynn Kaastra. She was preceded in death by her beloved sons, John Kaastra and Thomas Kaastra and her husband, John Julius...

Rosa Flora

Rosa Flora

Mar 8, 2026

Flora-Rosa of Brentwood, NY

In her 88th year

Rosa was preceded in death by her loving husband, James Flora. Loving sister to Michael Sicignano, loving Aunt to Patrick (Monica), Anthony (Kim), Carolyn (Frank) and loving Great Aunt to Frankie, Michael, Virginia, Sophia, Alexa, Gabby and Joseph.

Aunt Chippy, as she was known, was a "one in a million" Aunt. She truly had a...

Daniel D. McManus

Daniel D. McManus

Mar 8, 2026

Daniel Duane McManus was born on June 14, 1939, in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, to John and Kathleen McManus, and was the younger brother of Eileen. He served in the Navy and traveled the world, returning home a mature young man. In 1964, he married the love of his life, Mary Jane Favor, and together they raised five children—Danny, Regina, Lorraine...

Manuel Antonio Jovel

Manuel Antonio Jovel

2026

Con profundo dolor anunciamos el fallecimiento de Manuel Jovel, quien partió en paz el día 8 de marzo de 2026, a la edad de 90 años.

Don Manuel fue un hombre noble, fuerte y profundamente dedicado a su familia. Siempre será recordado por su sonrisa cálida, su generosidad y su espíritu lleno de amor. Su presencia iluminaba cada lugar al que...

Brendan John Smith

Brendan John Smith

Mar 7, 2026

With heavy hearts, we try to make sense of a world that feels emptier than it did just a few short weeks ago. The pain of losing Brendan unexpectedly is hard to put into words.

When we think about the way he lived his life, we remember his music and his kindness and compassion for others.

Brendan was, above all else, creative....