Joseph J Smith Funeral Home Inc in Mahopac, NY

Edward I. Tocci

June 25, 1947 - November 12, 2020

Edward I. Tocci of Carmel, formerly of Somers, NY passed away with his family by his side on November 12, 2020 at the age of 73. He was born on June 25, 1947 in Yonkers, NY the son of Edward B. and Constance (Greco) Tocci. On June 14, 1969, he married Maria Vetrano and they were blessed with 2 children, Edward J. and Amy Lyn. Edward attended Farmingdale University and earned his Associates...
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Dolores Foley

June 6, 1931 - March 13, 2019

Dolores Foley passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at the age of 87. She was born in the Bronx on June 6, 1931, the daughter of Louis and Mary (Phelan) Zamarippa. Dolores lived at Putnam Ridge in Brewster, NY for the past two years and in Yonkers prior. While in Yonkers, Dolores was very active in her parish, St. Paul the Apostle Church on McLean Avenue. She volunteered for many...
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Camille A. Zakon

May 21, 1946 - March 10, 2019

Camille A. Zakon of Somers, NY passed away on March 10, 2019 at the age of 72. She was born in the Bronx on May 21, 1946, the daughter of Joseph and Frances (neé Cottini) Mustico. Camille worked for IBM for many years. She was very proud to call herself an IBM employee. During her free time she loved to take care of her plants around the house, watch for wildlife especially butterflies,...
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Stella Focarile

July 4, 1931 - March 10, 2019

Stella Focarile of Mahopac, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, March 10, 2019 at her home with her loving family by her side. Stella was born in Manhattan 88 years ago on July 4, 1931 to Ernest and Stella (Guido) Pappalardo. Stella loved cooking for and being with her family. She was married for almost 69 years to her beloved husband, Joseph, who survives at home. She is also...
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Harold P. Howard

January 6, 1938 - March 8, 2019

Harold P. Howard, a longtime resident of Mahopac Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Friday, March 8, 2019 with his loving family by his side. Harold was born on January 6, 1938 in the Bronx where he graduated high school. He was a School Bus Driver in the Mahopac Central School District, retiring in 2009. Following retirement from the school district, he went to work at Stop & Shop in...
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Robert M. Bauer, Sr.

February 1, 1937 - March 8, 2019

Robert M. Bauer, Sr., 82, of Mahopac, NY died peacefully on March 8, 2019 with his loving family by his side. Robert (Bob) was born February 1, 1937 in Manhattan to the late Victor and Ottilie (Wild) Bauer. On May 7, 1960 he married Loretta (Lorie) Neumayr. Bob graduated from White Plains H.S. in 1954. While attending the NYS College of Forestry at Syracuse University, he helped design...
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John J. Lynch

April 15, 1945 - March 7, 2019

John J. Lynch, a resident of the Bronx, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at the age of 73. He was born in the Bronx on April 15, 1945, the son of Joseph and Anne (Phelan) Lynch. John earned his Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education from St. Mary of the Plains College in Dodge City, KS. He served our country honorably in the US Navy during the Vietnam era. He was a self -employed...
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Rose Marie Chianese

May 26, 1940 - March 7, 2019

Rose Marie Chianese of Somers, NY passed away on March 7, 2019 at the age of 78. She was born on May 26, 1940, the daughter of Vincent and Lillian (LaValle) Gruppuso. Rose Marie loved to knit and crochet, and took pride in keeping her home neat and clean. Throughout her life she worked as a secretary in the Somers School District as well as the family business, Mt. Kisco Bus Lines. Rose...
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Eva M. Mattina

March 28, 1929 - March 3, 2019

Eva M. Mattina of Mahopac, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 3, 2019 with her loving family by her side. She was born at home in Manhattan on March 28, 1929, the daughter of Gaspare and Maria (Bruno) Brusco. Eva was an administrative assistant working at both Queens College and Baruch College from which she retired. She moved to Mahopac from Queens six years ago to live with her...
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Carmine C. Iannone

June 9, 1922 - February 25, 2019

Carmine C. Iannone of Somers, NY passed away at the NYS Veterans Home in Montrose on February 25, 2019 at the age of 96. He was born in Salerno, Italy on June 9, 1922, the son of Luigi and Adelaide (neé DeSimone) Iannone. Carmine was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and served under General George Patton during the Battle of the Bulge in World War II. He received an honorable discharge in...
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Irene Gartner

January 22, 1947 - February 21, 2019

Irene Gartner died peacefully, with her family at her side, on February 21, 2019. She was born in the Bronx on January 22, 1947 the daughter of Leo and Freda Maisel. Irene was a former teacher with the NYC Department of Education. She moved to Mahopac where she built an amazing network of friends and raised her family. Irene is survived by her husband Dennis, son Matthew, daughter Rachel,...
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Randolph R. Delong

November 10, 1950 - February 21, 2019

Randolph R. Delong of Mahopac, NY passed away on February 21, 2019 after a courageous 3 year battle against brain cancer; he was 68 years old. He was born in Ossining, NY on November 10, 1950, the son of Walter and Vivian (neé Palmer) Delong and stepson of Alfred Cronin. On February 4, 1970 he married Mary Wilke and they were blessed with 3 daughters. Randy (Gpa) worked for the NY Telephone...
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Angelo J. Aquilino

February 20, 2019

Angelo J. Aquilino, 69, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, February 20, 2019. He was born and raised in the Bronx, the son of Jack and Eleanor (Dell'Aquila) Aquilino. He was the youngest of 5 boys. Angelo studied at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School in the Bronx and graduated in 1963. He continued on to Roosevelt High School and graduated in 1967. In his younger years, he...
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Vincent E. Erving

May 29, 1947 - February 19, 2019

Vincent E. Erving of Southbury, CT passed away on February 19, 2019 at the age of 71. He was born in Brooklyn, NY on May 29, 1947, the son of Charles and Cecelia (neé Fagan) Erving. Vincent was a proud veteran of the United States Army and served in Vietnam where he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal with V Device for heroism under fire in Nov. 1967. Vincent is survived by his...
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Eyline Hille

August 8, 1930 - February 18, 2019

Eyline Hille resident of Mahopac, New York passed away on Monday, February 18, 2019. Eyline was 88 years of age and originally from the Bronx. Eyline was born in New York City on August 18, 1930, daughter of Fred and Hilda Hille. Eyline worked for F.W. Woolworth & Company in numerous locations for almost 50 years in charge of personnel. Eyline was an avid sports fan. Her favorite teams...
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Barbara E. Cleary

September 20, 1944 - February 16, 2019

Barbara E. Cleary of Carmel, NY passed away on February 16, 2019 at the age of 74. She was born in Ossining, NY on September 20, 1944, the daughter of Harry and Dorothy (neé Metz) Benz. Barbara lived to sing. Along with singing in different church choirs, she sang with the Westchester Chorale Society, and the music commuters. She also performed at various nursing homes, and senior...
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Claire R. Streit

February 15, 1949 - February 12, 2019

Claire Streit (neé Hoffer) of Yorktown Heights, NY passed away unexpectedly on February 12, 2019 at the age of 69. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on February 15, 1949, the daughter of Irwin and Shirlee (neé Harris) Hoffer, and grew up in the Bronx. Claire received a Bachelor's Degree from Lehman College and proudly worked as a Substance Abuse Prevention Intervention Specialist for the New...
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Rose G. Fahey

November 2, 1937 - February 12, 2019

Rose Galise Fahey of Somers, NY, formerly of Mahopac, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2019 at the age of 81. She was born in Torre del Greco, Italy on November 2, 1937, the daughter of Carmine and Vincenzia (nee Duilio) Galise. On May 18, 1963 she married Gerald Fahey and they were blessed with four sons. Rose was an outstanding teacher for many years in the New York City and local...
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Janice A. Head

July 27, 1946 - February 10, 2019

Janice A. Head of Carmel, NY passed away after a brief illness on February 10, 2019; she was 72 years old. She was born in Carmel, NY on July 27, 1946, the daughter of Robert and May Head. On May 30, 1965 she married James Head, Jr. and they were blessed with 3 children Christopher, Denise, and Patricia. Janice had a passion for sewing and worked as a seamstress at Lake Mahopac Taylor for 43...
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Ursula D. Hair

March 22, 1922 - January 27, 2019

Ursula D Hair passed peacefully on January 27, 2019. She was born March 22, 1922 in Germany, came to the United States when she was 5 and has been a resident of the Town of Kent for 63 years. She was a member of Drew United Methodist Church in Carmel, NY and Tompkins Corner Methodist Church in Putnam Valley, NY. She was instrumental in having her beloved church in Tompkins Corner being...
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Michael P. Donovan, Jr.

May 31, 1995 - January 26, 2019

Michael P. Donovan Jr. of Cobleskill, NY formerly of Somers, NY passed away unexpectedly on Saturday January 26, 2019 at the age of 23. He was born in Carmel, NY on May 31, 1995, the son of Michael Sr. and Sherri See Donovan. Michael was a 2013 graduate of Somers High School. He went on to earn his Bachelor's Degree at SUNY Cobleskill. Michael loved the outdoors, camping, riding his...
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Angela M. Gartlan

February 18, 1941 - January 25, 2019

Angela "Pansy" Gartlan (nee McGovern) of Hyde Park, NY passed away peacefully with her family by her side on January 25, 2019. She was 77 years old. She was born in Dunboyne, County Meath, Ireland on February 18, 1941, the daughter of John and Angela (nee Byrne) McGovern. She emigrated to the United States when she was 17 years old. She began her life in America in New York City until she moved...
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Walter F. Halat, Jr.

May 10, 1942 - January 24, 2019

Walter F. Halat, Jr. of Mahopac, NY passed away suddenly on January 24, 2019 at the age of 76. He was born in Yonkers, NY on May 10, 1942, the son of Walter and Catherine(nee Jackowick) Halat, Sr. Walter was a proud veteran of the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. He graduated from New York University with a Bachelor's Degree and worked as an accountant throughout his life....
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Janet Abel Leonelli

December 24, 1935 - January 23, 2019

Janet Abel Leonelli of Yonkers, NY, passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2019, at the age of 83. She was born in the Bronx on December 24, 1935, the daughter of Felix and America (née Vila) Lozada. Janet is survived by her children Edward Abel, JoAnn Gould, Cynthia Smith, Denise Abel, and Melanie Borchetta, 15 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son Stephan,...
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Gloria Esposito

October 8, 1926 - January 19, 2019

Gloria Esposito of Port St. Lucie, FL and formerly of Carmel, NY passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at the age of 92. She was born in Manhattan on October 8, 1926, the daughter of Nick and Deolinda (Traffi) Domacety. Gloria was a retired seamstress who had worked for various firms in the Bronx. While living in Carmel, she was a parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Church in Mahopac...
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Lorraine F. Langley

September 22, 1936 - January 18, 2019

Lorraine F. Langley, a longtime resident of Carmel, NY passed away on Friday, January 18, 2019. She was born in the Bronx on September 22, 1936, the daughter of William B. and Anna N. (Marshall) Sorg. Lorraine was a retired Customer Service Representative with Guidepost in Carmel. She loved animals and throughout her life, supported many animal rescue causes. She is survived by her...
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Anthony "Tony" Trzaska

April 29, 1935 - January 15, 2019

Anthony "Tony" Trzaska of Mahopac, NY passed away on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at the age of 83. He was born in the Bronx on April 29, 1935, the son of Stanley and Ketryn (Chomentowska) Trzaska, the youngest of 15 children. Tony proudly served in the US Army. He worked as an Engineering Associate with AT&T in White Plains, NY for 29 years until his retirement in 1990. He loved skiing,...
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Carmela A. Ansell

August 4, 1926 - January 14, 2019

Carmela A. Ansell passed away on Monday, January 14, 2019 at the age of 92. She was born in Jersey City, NJ on August 4, 1926, the daughter of Nicola and Marina (Rucci) Naglieri. Carmela first worked as a secretary for the FBI in New York City. Following her work with the FBI, she became the "Lunch Lady" in the Eastchester, NY School District. She worked for many years at the Greenvale...
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Brandora Diamond

September 20, 1923 - January 13, 2019

Brandora Diamond, a 64 year resident of Mahopac, NY died peacefully on Sunday, January 13th at the age of 95. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on September 20, 1923, the daughter of John and Bambina (nee Pantusa) Biafore. Brandora grew up in Brooklyn and met her future husband Frank R. Diamond of Mamaroneck whom she married on December 3, 1941. They were married for 51 years before he passed in...
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William J. Gould

May 8, 1949 - January 10, 2019

William J. Gould Jr. of Mahopac, NY, died on January 10, 2019, at 69 years old following a long battle with Parkinson's disease. He was born on May 8, 1949, in Miami, Florida, the first son of William Sr. and Marie (née Flynn) Gould. On December 30, 1989, he married JoAnn Abel in White Plains, NY, and they were blessed with their daughter Sarah Marie in February 1994. William,...
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William T. Behrends

December 4, 1926 - January 9, 2019

William T. Behrends, a longtime resident of Mahopac, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at the age of 92. He was born in Manhattan on December 4, 1926, the son of Frederick and Margaret (Dolan) Behrends. Bill served in the US Marine Corps during WWII. Following the war he worked in the business world for National Cash Register Co. (NCR) and Boroughs. Because his job...
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Ralph J. Esposito

January 1, 1921 - January 5, 2019

Ralph J. Esposito of Mahopac, NY and formerly of Yorktown Heights, NY passed away peacefully on January 5, 2019 with his family by his side. Ralph just celebrated his 98th birthday on January first. He was born at home in the Bronx on January 1, 1921, the son of Michael and Mary (Imperiale) Esposito. Following High School, Ralph served in the US Coast Guard during WWII. He attended the NY...
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John R. Blair

October 12, 1921 - January 1, 2019

John Robertson Blair passed away peacefully at his home on New Year's Day 1/1/19, surrounded by family. He was 97 years old. He grew up in New Rochelle, New York. John was an avid sailor and rowed crew competitively in his early years .He was a veteran of WWII serving in the Army Air Corps as a bombardier. He flew in a B-17 (Flying Fortress) and was discharged with a rank of Captain. John ...
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Carol J. Vicario

July 8, 1943 - December 28, 2018

Carol J. Vicario, a lifelong resident of Mahopac, NY passed away on December 28, 2018 at the age of 75. She was born in Yonkers, NY on July 8, 1943, the daughter of Donald and Ruth (nee Kronenburg) Courtney. Carol and her late husband Patrick owned the Mahopac Railroad Tie Co. She was instrumental in the formation of the Lake Association Committee and an avid gardener. Carol is...
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Richard A. Iadarola

March 4, 1939 - December 28, 2018

Richard A. Iadarola of Mahopac, New York passed away on December 28, 2018 at the age of 79. He is survived by his wife Marie, his sons John (Vera) and Michael (Regina), his daughters Christine Fennell (Matthew) and Maria Iadarola, his siblings Edward (Ann) and Elaine Cortalano; and 6 grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for Sunday, December 30th from 1-4 PM at the Joseph J. Smith...
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Eileen M. Saccone

June 30, 1931 - December 23, 2018

Eileen M. Saccone passed away on Sunday, December 23, 2018 at the age of 87. Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, December 27, 2018 at 10:30 am at Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery.
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Rose Piscatore

September 9, 1917 - December 17, 2018

Rose Piscatore of Carmel, NY passed away peacefully on December 17, 2018 at the age of 101. She was born in New York City on September 9, 1917, the daughter of Antonio and Carmela(nee Tamburrino) Gianfrancesco. Rose is survived by her son Raymond Ortiz and his wife Sandra, her daughters Carmen Bierman, Rosemarie Oliveri, and Margaret Ortiz; her sister Theresa Dannacker, her brothers Jerry...
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Douglas L. Hyatt

August 6, 1936 - December 15, 2018

Douglas L. Hyatt, a lifelong resident of Mahopac Falls, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2018 surrounded by his family; he was 82 years old. He was born in Mahopac, NY on August 6, 1936, the son of James and Clara(Head) Hyatt. Doug was a 64 year life member of the Mahopac Falls Volunteer Fire Department and served as a past president and vice president, as well as a past president of...
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Janet F. Marion

November 13, 1946 - December 11, 2018

Janet F. Marion of Mahopac, NY passed away on Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at the age of 72. She was born in Yonkers, NY on November 13, 1946, the daughter of Jay and Emilia (DiMuro) Shepherd. Janet moved to Mahopac in 1970 from Yonkers. She was a retired Account Manager with the Simmons Group, LTD in Briarcliff Manor, NY. On May 27, 1967 she married George D. Marion at Annunciation Church...
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Giuseppe Sottile

May 13, 1943 - December 5, 2018

Giuseppe Sottile of Mahopac, NY passed away on December 5, 2018 at the age of 75. He was born on May 13, 1943 in Falcone, Sicily, the son of Mario and Tindara (nee Crinó) Sottile. Giuseppe worked as a brick layer in New York City throughout his life. On April 13, 1969 he married Providenza "Enza" Ruvolo; they were blessed with 2 children Daniel and Tina. Giuseppe is survived by his loving...
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Anne Margaret Mazzella

August 13, 1944 - November 25, 2018

Anne Margaret Mazzella of Brewster, NY and formerly of Mahopac, NY passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2018 at the age of 74. She was born in Philadelphia, PA on August 13, 1944, the daughter of Albert and Aida Tieri Lofaro. Anne earned her Master's Degree and was a school teacher at St. Francis de Chantal School in the Bronx, earlier in her career. Prior to retirement, she was a medical...
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Antoinette Nina Mautone

December 18, 1927 - November 23, 2018

Antoinette Nina Mautone of Johnson City, NY and formerly of Mahopac, NY passed away on Friday, November 23, 2018 at the age of 90. Nina was known as a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and a "favorite aunt" to many nieces and nephews. She was also a remarkably resilient person, having fought and defeated breast cancer in her 40s, and having lived with heart disease and declining mobility...
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Frank J. Sampino, Jr.

April 29, 1942 - November 19, 2018

Frank J. Sampino, Jr. of Kingston, NY, age 76, passed away on November 19, 2018 after a brief illness. He had been a Dutchess County Corrections Officer for many years. He was also an employee of the Poughkeepsie School District. After retirement, he enjoyed operating the Zamboni machine at the Poughkeepsie Civic Center. He leaves one brother, Jerome Sampino of Port Chester, NY, two...
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Virginia Rita Russell

August 10, 1938 - November 17, 2018

Virginia Rita Russell, born 8/10/38 in Brooklyn, NY, to parents John and Virginia Pendergast, died early Saturday morning, 11/17/18, at the age of 80 in Mooresville, NC where she resided with her daughter and son-in-law, Laura and Joe Amiano. Virginia was a devoted wife, to Joseph J. Russell, Jr. who passed away September 30, 2009, and mother of three, John, Joseph, and Laura. She is survived by...
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Rhoda M. (Sweet) Kollar

February 14, 1949 - November 12, 2018

Rhoda M. (Sweet) Kollar, age 69, of S. Daytona, FL and formerly of Mahopac, NY died on November 12, 2018. Born on February 14, 1949, she is survived by her son, Jerry Kollar; grandchildren Skylar-Anna, Blaze and Aedellyn and sisters, Dorothy, Cynthia and Grace. Predeceased by her husband Rudolph and brother, Louis Sweet. She served as a Christian Missionary with her church, Covenant United...
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Valerie M. Baker

March 3, 1956 - November 4, 2018

Valerie M. Baker of Carmel, NY passed away on November 4, 2018 surrounded by her family; she was 62 years old. Valerie was born in the Bronx on March 3, 1956, the daughter of Joseph and Alfonsina (Rotolo) Papale. Valerie loved the beach life, and often traveled to the Caribbean with friends and family. She had an unwavering affection for animals and all forms of life. Her devotion to helping...
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Eleanor "Cissy" Abruzzese

August 27, 1951 - November 1, 2018

Eleanor "Cissy" Abruzzese, formerly of Yorktown Heights, NY and currently of Shirley, Long Island, NY passed away on Thursday, November 1, 2018 at the age of 67. Cissy was born in Queens, NY on August 27, 1951, the daughter of Dr. Louis and Eleanor Redding Sirica. While living in Yorktown Heights, she worked in banking including Mahopac National Bank and Gold Dome. After Yorktown Heights,...
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Margaret "Peggy" Keevins

December 1, 1945 - October 22, 2018

Margaret A. "Peggy" Keevins passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 22, 2018 at the age of 72. She was born in Queens, NY, the daughter of William H. and Margaret (McDermott) Wilson. Peggy worked as a pre-school teacher at St. John The Evangelist Church for over 20 years. On September 16, 1967 she married Gerard "Gerry" Keevins and they were blessed with three children. ...
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Carl B. Lugbauer

February 25, 1942 - October 14, 2018

Carl B. Lugbauer of Mahopac, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 14, 2018 at the age of 76. He was born in Mt. Vernon, NY on February 25, 1942, the son of Edward and Margarite (Creutzberger) Lugbauer. Carl was a graduate of A.B. Davis High School in Mt. Vernon. He was a self-employed window treatment installer, working in Westchester and Putnam Counties in NY and in the Connecticut...
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Walter "Skip" Tompkins

February 5, 1928 - October 13, 2018

Walter "Skip" Tompkins, a lifelong resident of Mahopac Falls, NY passed away on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the age of 90. He was born in Putnam Valley, NY on February 5, 1928, the son of Frank and Alice Tompkins. Skip served his country honorably in the US Army as a Technician 4th Grade in the 1628th Engineer Utilities Detachment and was a life member of VFW Post 5491 in Mahopac. Skip was...
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Jean A. DeCesare

July 3, 1945 - October 7, 2018

Jean A. DeCesare of Mahopac, NY passed away on October 7, 2018 at the age of 73. She was born in the Bronx on July 3, 1945, the daughter of the late Anthony and Angelina (Giordano) Migliore. Jean worked for Putnam County Social Services as a Patient Transport Specialist of over 30 years. She loved to shop either in the mall or at home with QVC, and enjoyed trips to Atlantic City with her...
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Teresa Young

July 18, 1933 - October 7, 2018

Teresa Young of Mahopac, NY passed away on October 7, 2018 at the age of 85. She was born in Cloonbeg Castlegregory, County Kerry, Ireland on July 18, 1933, the daughter of the late Michael and Johanna(Dowd) O'Connor. On September 16, 1961 she married James Young at Our Lady of Fatima Church in Manorhaven, NY; they were married for over 57 years and blessed with four children. In addition...
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Barbara D. Knibbs

September 27, 2018

Barbara D. Knibbs, a Mahopac, NY resident since 1966, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2018. She was born in Yonkers, NY, the daughter of Christian and Ethel Rogers Andersen. Barbara loved spending time with her family. She especially enjoyed her trips to Cape Cod with her family. Her favorite pastime was watching the NY Yankees. On July 12, 1952 she married Edson R. "Buster"...
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Steven Potter

November 13, 1949 - September 26, 2018

Steven Potter of Mahopac, NY died on September 26, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 68 years old. Steve was born in the Bronx on November 13, 1949, the son of William and Myra (Caine) Potter. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War where he received a Purple Heart after being wounded in combat. Over the years, Steve dedicated...
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Joann Robert

September 1, 1935 - September 26, 2018

Joann Robert, a longtime resident of Mahopac, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 26, 2018. Joann just celebrated her 83rd birthday on September 1st. She was born in Croton-on-Hudson, NY on September 1, 1935, the daughter of Sam and Anna Bonauto Paonessa. Joann was one of four children that grew up in a traditional Italian household, filled with passion, heated discussions ...
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Annabelle Zeumann

October 20, 1924 - September 21, 2018

Annabelle Zeumann of Mahopac, NY passed away on Friday, September 21, 2018 at the age of 93. She was born in New York City on October 20, 1924, the daughter of John and Mary (Kelsch) Brefach. Annabelle is survived by her daughters Mary Paccione, Elizabeth Reifenheiser and her husband Gerard, and Joanne Ercole and her husband John; as well as her grandchildren John and Laura Ercole. She was...
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Jerome D. Purdy

August 21, 1949 - September 7, 2018

Jerome D. Purdy of Mahopac, NY died on Friday, September 7, 2018 at the age of 69. He was born on August 21, 1949 the son of Mulford and Marguarite (Ranken) Purdy. Jerome was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and very active in the American Legion Post 1080 having served as a former Commander. He loved baseball and some would say he was a human baseball encyclopedia, the NY...
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Janis D. Girardi

August 8, 1951 - September 7, 2018

Janis Elizabeth (DeRasmo) Girardi, daughter of Frances (Bracco) & Louis Coppo (predeceased), passed away at home on September 7, 2018, after a long illness, surrounded by the loves of her life – her husband and three children. She was 67 years old. A 30+ year resident of Mahopac, New York, Janis was born and raised in the Italian-American community of East Harlem, New York City in 1951. She...
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Dominick "Pepe" Pietranico

August 26, 1930 - August 30, 2018

Dominick "Pepe" Pietranico of Mahopac, NY passed away on August 30, 2018 at the age of 88. He was born in New York City, the son of Silvio and Phillipina (Antonucci) Pietranico. Dominick was a proud veteran of the United States Army and served active duty both domestically and abroad, including Korea, where he earned several distinguished service medals, including the Bronze Star. Pepe...
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Marie von Bargen

May 1, 1926 - August 27, 2018

Marie von Bargen of Mahopac, NY and formerly of Brewster, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2018 at the age of 92. She was born on May 1, 1926 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of Carl and Agnes (Hink) Weber. On February 11, 1951 she married Henry von Bargen; they were blessed with three children. Marie along with her husband Henry spent many years wintering in their airstream trailer in...
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William P. Armstrong

April 24, 1942 - August 13, 2018

William P. Armstrong of Mahopac, NY passed away on August 13, 2018 surrounded by his loving family; he was 76. He was born in Scotland on April 24, 1942, the son of John and Mary (Patterson) Armstrong. On September 16, 1972 he married Bridget Keane and they were blessed with two children. William worked with the TWU Local 100 as a bus driver and was a proud veteran of the US Army. He had...
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Kelly A. Sevik

December 20, 1961 - August 9, 2018

Kelly (Lynch) Sevik of Somers, NY passed away on Thursday, August 9th at the age of 56 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on December 20, 1961, the daughter of Richard and Joan (Montibello) Lynch. Kelly was a dedicated mother who raised and is survived by her three daughters Kaitlin, Kirsten, and Karly Sevik. She is also survived by her father Richard, and her seven siblings;...
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Lillian E. Picciano

June 24, 1929 - August 7, 2018

Lillian Emma Meyer Picciano passed August 7, 2018, at the age of 89, after a long battle with vascular dementia. Lillian was a long time resident of Mahopac, New York. Lillian was born in 1929, to Emma Lucille Strauss Meyer and Laurtiz Vigdor Meyer in Manhattan, New York. She was previously deceased by her loving husband Eugene Anthony Picciano in 1988. Lillian is survived by sister, Doris...
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Mary P. Daniels

March 3, 1923 - August 6, 2018

Mary P. Daniels of Mahopac, NY passed away peacefully on Monday, August 6, 2018 at the age of 95. She was born in Brooklyn on March 3, 1923, the daughter of Joseph and Celia Sutera Guardino. Mary spent her early years living in White Plains, NY. On September 1, 1946 she married Frank A. Daniels at St. Bernard's Church in White Plains. Eventually they moved to Mahopac to raise their large...
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Thomas D. Welch

April 1, 1948 - August 5, 2018

Thomas D. Welch, a lifelong area resident, passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2018 at the age of 70. He was born in Peekskill, NY on April 1, 1948, the son of Thomas D. Welch Jr. and C. Phoebe Huestis Welch. Tom attended Lakeland High School and proudly served our country as a member of the US Army in Vietnam. He was a longtime gas serviceman, most recently with Synergy in Cold Spring, NY. ...
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Viola O'Brien

January 8, 1937 - August 3, 2018

Viola O'Brien passed away peacefully on Friday, August 3, 2018 at the age of 81 with her family by her side. She was born in Port Chester, NY on January 8, 1937, the daughter of John and Wanda Tybursky Endriss. Viola was a longtime resident of Mahopac, NY before moving to Carmel, NY 17 years ago. She was a registered nurse and had worked at Waterview Hills Nursing Center in Purdys, NY. ...
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Margaret Colombo

July 27, 1933 - August 2, 2018

Margaret Colombo of Somers, NY passed away on Thursday, August 2, 2018 at the age of 85. She was born in New York City on July 27, 1933, the daughter of Domenico and Vincenza(DiLorenzo) DiMare. On January 15, 1960 she married John Colombo and they were blessed with their daughter Liza. Margaret loved to travel, spend time with family, and play Canasta. She worked for Robison Oil and later on...
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Dagmar S. Swanson

December 31, 1923 - July 29, 2018

Dagmar S. Swanson, a lifelong resident of Carmel, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 29, 2018 at the age of 94. She was born in North Salem, NY on December 31, 1923, the daughter of Arvid and Anna Swenson. Dagmar graduated from North Salem Central High School in 1941. She was a manager for the National Dog Registry before her retirement in 1987. Dagmar was a member of Drew United...
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Brian C. Mackay

June 25, 1955 - July 24, 2018

Brian C. Mackay of Danbury, CT passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at the age of 63. He was born in Queens, NY on June 25, 1955, the son of Lawrence C. and Mary Elizabeth Mackay. Brian was a law librarian with the Nassau County Court System prior to his retirement. He was an avid historian and participated in Roman and Civil War re-enactments. He is survived by his sister, Maureen Vrana...
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John R. Giordano

April 4, 1943 - July 21, 2018

John R. "Dino" Giordano, age 75, of Somers, NY and formerly of Pelham, NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 21, 2018 with his family by his side. He was born in the Bronx on April 4, 1943, the son of Charles and Juliette Gentile Giordano. Dino was a tool and die maker at CEP Technologies Corp. in Yonkers, NY prior to his retirement. Growing up, he was a gymnast and played electric...
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Olga Constantino

December 3, 1927 - July 12, 2018

Olga Constantino of Barnegat, NJ and formerly of Yonkers, NY passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at the age of 90. She was born in St. Albans, NY on December 3, 1927, the daughter of Giovanni Battista Panzarella and Orazia Mauriello Manfra Panzarella. Olga worked for many years at Coffee Service Systems in Mt. Vernon, NY before retiring in 1995. While living in Yonkers, she was a...
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William E. Tobin

December 11, 1958 - July 12, 2018

William E. Tobin, a lifelong resident of Shenorock, NY passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at the age of 59. Bill was born in Mt. Kisco, NY on December 11, 1958, the son of William J. and Jean A. Walsh Tobin. Bill graduated from Somers High School, class of 1977. He was a retired truck driver working for many years for Lawton Adams Construction in Somers. He was a member of the Sons of...
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Frances Jacobellis

November 6, 1941 - July 11, 2018

Frances Jacobellis, 76, of Mahopac, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Sicily on November 6, 1941, the daughter of Giuseppe and Vincenza (Nigro) Amato. Frances came to the United States with her parents in 1952. She was a graduate of Evander Childs High School in the Bronx. Frances was a real estate agent with Billingsley...
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Frank Beyer

June 20, 1941 - July 3, 2018

Frank Beyer of Mahopac, NY died on July 3, 2018 at the age of 77. He was born in Brooklyn, NY the son of Frank and Minnie (Lepkow) Beyer. On June 1, 1963 he married Helga Jonke and they were blessed with three children Christine, Shirley, and Michael. Frank loved to ski, golf, travel, and work with landscaping and his pine trees. He loved watching his grandchildren engage in their various...
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Margaret McHale

April 15, 1931 - July 2, 2018

Margaret McHale of Mahopac, NY passed away peacefully on Monday, July 2, 2018 at the age of 87. She was born in Co. Kildare, Ireland on April 15, 1931. Margaret was the third of thirteen children born to Christopher and Margaret Galvin Burchell and settled in the United States in 1964 to raise her family. She is survived by her daughters, Sharon Nolan and her husband, John of Mahopac and...
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Pauline Lutz

November 11, 1926 - July 1, 2018

Pauline Lutz, a longtime resident of Mohegan Lake, NY passed away on Sunday, July 1, 2018 at the age of 91. She was born in Bronxville, NY on November 11, 1926, the daughter of Philip and Anna Schmidt Lutz. Pauline worked for the Westchester Co. Department of Social Services in Peekskill, NY before retiring. She enjoyed watching sports, particularly baseball. She is survived by her nieces...
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Fred Pfaffenbach

September 21, 1925 - June 28, 2018

Fred Pfaffenbach of Mahopac, NY died peacefully at his home on June 28, 2018 at the age of 92. He was born in New York City on September 21, 1925, the son of Fred and Gertrude (Miller) Pfaffenbach. After high school, Fred joined the Army Air Corps and served proudly as an airplane mechanic. On November 8, 1947 he married Theresa Acton and they were blessed with four children. After the war, Fred...
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Jacob "Jake" Alfonso Santoriella

December 7, 2001 - June 26, 2018

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions in Jake's name to https://www.stbaldricks.org/memorial/124 Jacob "Jake" Alfonso Santoriella of Mahopac, NY died on June 26, 2018 at the age of 16 after a fierce 8 year battle with Leukemia. Jake was born on December 7, 2001 in Mt. Kisco, NY, the son of Robert Santoriella and Cristina Rodriguez Santoriella. Jake was a sophomore at...
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Frank E. Demeter

November 23, 1932 - June 25, 2018

Frank E. Demeter, 85, of Mahopac, died peacefully on Monday, June 25, 2018 surrounded by his loving family at Northern Westchester Hospital. Born in Tarrytown, Frank was the son of the late Frank and Elizabeth (Vecsey) Demeter. After graduating from Washington Irving High School in Tarrytown, Frank was drafted into the Korean War. He served in the United States Army until his honorable discharge...
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Loretta Montoro

December 25, 1924 - June 23, 2018

Loretta Montoro of Spring Hill, FL and formerly of Mahopac, NY passed away on June 23, 2018 at the age 93. She was born in the Bronx, the daughter of Anthony and Mary(Mare) Menieri. She was predeceased by her parents, her sisters Anna & Rosemarie, her husband Ralph & her son-in-law Peter. Loretta is survived by her daughter Donna Montoro Knaus and her grandchildren Jason (Ellen) Knaus, Darcel ...
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George J. Castrataro

January 3, 1938 - June 23, 2018

George J. Castrataro of Croton-on-Hudson, NY passed away on June 23, 2018 at the age of 80. He was born in Queens, NY on January 3, 1938, the son of Vincenzo and Evelyn (Fiorito) Castrataro. George is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Elise Mary (Brennan) Castrataro, their children, Lynn Ann Castrataro and her husband Jeff Grayzel, James (Jim) Vincent Castrataro and his wife Dana,...
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Anthony S. "Tony" Guarente

September 20, 1944 - June 18, 2018

Anthony S. "Tony" Guarente of Yorktown Heights, NY died on June 18, 2018 at the age of 73. He was born on September 20, 1944 in the Bronx, the son of Anthony and Anna (Mazzella) Guarente. On May 11, 2012, he married Mary Mazzoni in Mahopac, NY. Tony and Mary are retired teachers of the New York City school system. Throughout his life, Tony had a passion for learning, for literature (from...
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Antonio Monaco

November 21, 1936 - June 17, 2018

Antonio Monaco of Carmel, NY passed away on Sunday, June 17, 2018 at the age of 81. He was born in Colledimezzo, Italy on November 21, 1936, the son of Ercole and Luisa (DelPeschio) Monaco. Antonio, along with his wife Maddalena and children Giorgio and Luisa came to the United States on August 3, 1969. He was a bricklayer and mason working for Rosen and Morelli Construction in Manhattan. ...
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Dennis G. Bunyea

January 20, 1947 - June 13, 2018

Dennis G. Bunyea, a lifelong resident of Mahopac, NY passed away on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at the age of 71. He was born in Mahopac on January 20, 1947, the son of Clinton R. and Theresa Murphy Bunyea. Dennis was a mechanic for the Town of Carmel Highway Department, retiring after 28 years of service to the town. Dennis owned stock cars and raced his number 61 car in many of the states...
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William P. O'Dell

March 9, 1954 - June 10, 2018

William P. O'Dell of Mahopac, NY passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2018 at the age of 64. He was born in Mt. Kisco, NY on March 9, 1954, the son of Wallace and Edna O'Dell. Bill was a retired auto body mechanic at Yorktown Auto Body in Yorktown Heights, NY. He loved country music, muscle cars and classic cars and his dog, Buddy. On October 22, 1996 he married Alice Mackenroth who survives at...
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Delia M. Zaborney

July 27, 1931 - June 4, 2018

Delia M. Zaborney of Carmel, NY passed away on Monday, June 4, 2018 at the age of 86. She was born in North Tarrytown, NY on July 27, 1931, the daughter of Aurelio and Julia Marchioni. On August 31, 1957 she married John F. Zaborney at St. Theresa's Church in North Tarrytown, now known as Sleepy Hollow. Along with her husband, Delia moved to Carmel in 1968 from North Tarrytown. Prior to his...
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Joan Palazzola

October 5, 1936 - May 28, 2018

Joan Palazzola of Somers, NY and formerly of Manhattan passed away peacefully on Monday, May 28, 2018 at the age of 81. She was born in Manhattan on October 5, 1936, the daughter of Stephen and Margaret Hanna Palazzola. Joan was a retired clerk at Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan. She enjoyed playing bingo. Joan is survived by her loving daughter Denise Orengo and son-in-law Jose of Mahopac...
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Kathryn D. Lupo

August 31, 1935 - May 27, 2018

Kathryn D. Lupo of Mahopac, NY passed away on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at the age of 82. She was born in New York City on August 31, 1935. Kathryn worked as an administrative assistant at Guideposts in Carmel, NY for many years. Her family was very important to her and she enjoyed spending time with them and making memories. Kathryn is survived by her husband Salvatore and her sons Robert, Jim,...
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Mario Inzano

August 30, 1950 - May 23, 2018

Mario Inzano of Mahopac, NY passed away on May 23, 2018 at the age of 67. He was born in the Bronx on August 30, 1950, the son of Sebastian and Thomasina(Vasconi) Inzano. Mario owned the Hilltop Service Station in Shrub Oak for many years. Mario is survived by his wife Anna, his sons Frank and Sebastian("Sam"), his daughter Laurie Kamvosoulis, his siblings Sebastian, Nancy, and Danny; and...
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John "Red" Gillespie

October 7, 1947 - May 23, 2018

John D. "Red" Gillespie of Mahopac, NY passed away on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at the age of 70. He was born in Scotland on October 7, 1947, the son of Joseph and Nora Henderson Gillespie. John proudly served in the US Army and was stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War. He is a member of VFW Post 5491 in Mahopac. John is a retired FDNY firefighter and first responder who served in...
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Walter J. Doherty

September 24, 1936 - May 22, 2018

Walter Joseph Doherty was born September 24, 1936 to Helen (Gierum) & Walter Doherty in Queens, NY. Walter graduated from St. Gabriels School in East Elmhurst then after graduating from Regis High School he went to Manhattan College and majored in Math. Walter started dating Margaret McAnanly in Freshman year of college. They married September 1, 1958 and were happily married for almost 60...
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Louis Conway

June 26, 1991 - May 20, 2018

Louis Conway of Somers, NY passed away in a tragic accident on May 20, 2018 at the age of 26. He was struck by a car while walking in Los Angeles. Louis was born on June 26, 1991, the son of Bill and Lucy Conway. He graduated from Somers High School in 2009 and studied music at California State University at Long Beach where he received a Bachelor of Music degree in 2013. Most recently, he...
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Dorothy R. Creazzo

June 28, 1922 - May 20, 2018

Dorothy R. Creazzo of Mamaroneck, NY and formerly of Yonkers, passed away on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at the age of 95. She was born in the Bronx on June 28, 1922, the daughter of Louis and Josephine Capucci Russo. Dorothy was a retired school teacher of over 30 years, teaching at St. Barnabas Elementary School and the Resurrection School within the Archdiocese of New York. Dorothy was an avid...
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Antonio "Tony" Perrotta

August 28, 1931 - May 18, 2018

Antonio "Tony" Perrotta, 86, of Mahopac, NY, formerly of Yonkers, died peacefully at his home on May 18, 2018. He was the husband of his beloved wife, Elvira "Vera" (DiDea) Perrotta. Tony was born on August 28, 1931 in New York City to the late Cristina and Federico Perrotta. He graduated from Manhattan High School of Aviation Trades and was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force. A savvy...
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Margaret "Peggy" Baxter

September 22, 1940 - May 4, 2018

Margaret M. "Peggy" Baxter of Poughquag, NY passed away on Friday, May 4, 2018 at the age of 77. She is survived by her husband, James, her sons, John and James, her daughters Deborah Pizzella, Michelle Armistead and Tammy DeLeo, her brother Joseph Gorman, her sister Nancy Panico and 14 grandchildren. Visiting will be held on Sunday, May 6 from 1-5 pm and Monday, May 7 from 6-8 pm at Joseph J...
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Bridget Linehan

January 29, 1918 - May 3, 2018

Bridget E. Linehan of Yorktown Heights, NY passed away peacefully on May 3, 2018 surrounded by her loving family; she was 100 years old. Bridget was born in County Leitrim, Ireland on January 29, 1918 to Thomas and Elizabeth (McPadden) Christy and one of eight children. On November 23, 1951 she married Edmond Linehan at St. Francis DeSales Church in New York City; they were blessed with three...
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Joseph A. Schiavone

November 5, 1940 - April 28, 2018

Joseph A. Schiavone, a long time resident of Mahopac, NY, passed away on April 28, 2018 at the age of 77. He was born in the Bronx, the son of Joseph and Lena (Corica) Schiavone. Joe was a proud veteran of the US Navy and was a Aerographer on the USS Eldorado . On June 16, 1962 he married Grace Bayer at St. John The Evangelist Church in Mahopac, NY. They were blessed with two children Joey and...
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John Bohrman

September 24, 1936 - April 26, 2018

John Bohrman of Cocoa, FL and formerly of Mahopac, NY passed away on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at the age of 81. He was born in the Bronx on September 24, 1936, the son of John and Elizabeth Lynch Bohrman. John was a retired shop steward with Local 456 in Elmsford, NY and had also worked at King Lumber in Goldens Bridge, NY. John served as president of the Mahopac Sports Association for...
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Anna Marie McGarrity

April 19, 1928 - April 23, 2018

Anna Marie McGarrity of Shenorock, NY passed away on April 23, 2018 at the age of 90. She was born in Germany on April 19, 1928, the daughter of Johann and Anny (Hufnagel) Boehm. Anna is survived by her daughter Jo-Ann Catania and her husband Frank, her grandchildren Frank, Karen, and Christopher; and her great grandchildren Nikki, Bryce, Alexis, Courtney, Justin, Chris Jr., and Johnny. ...
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Davey Jean Beska

April 24, 1928 - April 23, 2018

Davey Jean Beska passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Monday, April 23, 2018, one day shy of her 90th birthday. She was born in Birmingham, Alabama on April 24, 1928, the daughter of Paul and Polly Snell. Davey served proudly in many volunteer fire service organizations both locally and statewide. She served as president of the Mahopac Falls Volunteer Fire Department...
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