Obituaries

Jun 30, 2023

Charlotte aged 5 daughter of Shannon (Bishop) Ortega and Christopher Ortega passed peacefully on June 30, 2023.

Charlotte was a smart, affectionate, sassy little girl. She loved to have tea parties and fashion shows with her Barbie and Anna & Elsa dolls. She loved books and was a wiz at finding Waldo.  She was a delight to...

Jun 29, 2023

Milton Ralph Gleit - a devoted husband, father, and grandfather - passed away at home on June 29, 2023. He was 86 years old. Milton was born and raised in the Bronx. He excelled in school, going on to major in English at NYU in the Heights. He joined the college debate team and, as he told his granddaughter,...

Jun 27, 2023

Stephen Mencher, 85, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2023 after a long struggle with Alzheimer's. Throughout the difficult period of his decline, his loving, amiable spirit shown through to light us with love and gratitude, offering much inspiration to everyone around him. Even when verbal communication eluded him, his impish smile and strategically-raised eyebrow would always let us...

Jun 26, 2023

Vivian (Wilner) Sheff of Bronxville, NY passed away on June 26, 2023 at the age of 93. Born on May 10, 1930 to Bess and Israel Wilner, Vivian grew up on Faile Street in the Bronx surrounded by aunts, uncles, and cousins in a loving home. Vivian’s sister Barbara joined them in the Faile Street house six years later....

Jun 23, 2023

Chuck Ryan Pagharion, 37, a life-long resident of Scarsdale, New York, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 23, 2023 at White Plains Hospital. He was born on November 7, 1985 in New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York City to Millie Pagharion (Arayata) and Alfonso Pagharion. Chucky attended Greenacres Elementary School, then went on to graduate high school at the...

Jun 23, 2023

"Poppy," as our family called him, JJ, that a lot of his friends called him, and of course "Hey, Farina!!" by close family relatives, lived a full Life. Poppy Passed away on June 23rd at 1:10 am at the age of 94. He fought Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease to the very end. John Farina, Poppy, is survived by his wife,...

Jun 19, 2023

David Taxin, 75, passed away June 19, 2023 at his home, following a 3-year battle with ALS. David was born July 20, 1947 to Harry and Shirley (nee Harris) in Bronx, NY and then moved to New Rochelle where he spent the majority of his childhood and years later raised his own family. David was an avid tennis and...

Jun 16, 2023

Lillian Poletti, 91, passed away on June 16, 2023, in Poughkeepsie, NY. Born on February 11, 1932 in Cayey, Puerto Rico, Lillian moved to Greenwich Village, New York City as a young girl and graduated from Washington Irving High School, Manhattan, in 1949. She earned a trade degree in stenography and immediately began her career as a court stenographer...

Jun 12, 2023

John Michael Pesola, 12/27/87 To 6/12/23. Formerly of Yonkers , beloved son of Nancy and John ( pre-deceased) , loving brother of Danielle . Beloved nephew , cousin and friend. He is now together with his boys Dane and Brody who he loved, adored and treated them like they were his kids. John loved his baby girl Nahla Rose,...

Jun 11, 2023

Michael Joseph Carpenito, 43, of Valhalla, New York, passed away on Sunday, June 11th, 2023. Michael was born on Tuesday, April 22nd 1980 in White Plains, New York, to Michael Carpenito Sr. and Diane Bissett. Michael leaves behind a son, Joseph, and many others who will miss him greatly, from family and friends to former coworkers. A lifelong passion...

Jun 11, 2023

Dr. Leo Robert Cardillo, 93, a long-time resident of Hartsdale, NY died at home on Sunday, June 11th. He was surrounded by his children. Born in New York, NY, Leo was the eldest of Matthew and Carla Cardillo's two children. He graduated Bayside High School and Fordham College, Magna cum Laude before earning his Doctor of Medicine degree from...

Jun 11, 2023

Marie Ann McNamee Carlucci of Valrico, Fl. passed into eternal rest on June 11, 2023 at AccentCare Hospice in Largo, Fl. The daughter of Clarence and Anna (Mills) McNamee, she grew up in Bronx, N.Y. and graduated from Preston High School. After graduating from The Mt. Vernon Hospital School of Nursing she served as a Registered Nurse and dedicated...

Jun 6, 2023

Anna (Recine) Murphy, a vivacious woman with quick wit and a loving heart passed away June 6th, 2023.

Born on September 11, 1961, Anna was known for her sarcastic sense of humor and being the life of any party. She was a force in every aspect of her life.

She was a devoted mother and...

Jun 5, 2023

Ronald Gene Bradshaw, "Ron," At the young age of 64, Ron left this world surrounded by his family. He lived in the township of Niskayuna outside of Schenectady, New York during his last year. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Ron passed away due to heart complications. Ron was born in Long Beach, California on December 23rd, 1958. He was the youngest...

Jun 1, 2023

JoAnne Lyons, 69, passed away on June 1, 2023, in North White Plains, NY. JoAnne was born on January 31, 1954, in White Plains, NY, to Charles and Lillian Gambino.

She graduated from Valhalla High School in 1972 and became a medical assistant for many years. She then worked at FenBar Precision Machinists in Thornwood, NY, until...

May 31, 2023

Cristin David Alexander departed this life suddenly on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at his home in Yonkers New York. Cristin was born on August 20, 1981 in White Plains New York. He received his Education through the Irvington School District graduating in 2001. Cristin leaves to cherish his memory, his son and the love of his life JaKye Alexander Cooks,...

May 31, 2023

Tobian Oppenheim of Bellevue, Washington passed away on May 31, 2023. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

May 30, 2023

Douglas Mantell of Briarcliff Manor, New York passed away on May 30, 2023. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

May 29, 2023

Thomas P. Walsh 83 of Thornwood, N.Y. died on May 29th at Westchester Medical center in Valhalla, N.Y. He was born on November 19, 1939 to the late Henry and Ann (nee Griffin) Walsh in Bronx, N.Y. Tom was a nuclear engineer in charge of training at the Indian Point Power Plant for over 40 years. Tom was a...

May 29, 2023

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Alberta Harmonay on May 29th, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Magnificent Mom/Bert was born on December 18, 1927 in Yonkers, to May (nee Gorlich) and Albert Napurski. Bert was raised on Garfield Street and loved being in the horseback riding club at Yonkers High School. After graduation, she worked...