Obituaries

Jan 2, 2026

Anthony (Chet) Vinci, of Hawthorne, NY, was born on December 9, 1930, in the Bronx. Chet attended DeWitt Clinton High School in the Bronx, where he learned his trade as a mechanic. He later served in the Korean War, repairing tanks and military vehicles, and was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army on October 22, 1953.

Later in his career,...

Dec 24, 2025

Jan 1, 2026

Angelina Torrisi, Matriarch of a New York Family, Dies at 105

Angelina Torrisi, who lived her life in service to others, died on January 1, 2026 at her home in Hastings-On-Hudson surrounded by love. She was 105.

Her remarkable lifespan and passing conclude a generation within her family, whose foundation she built through faith, generosity and resilience.

Known to her extensive family as...

Jan 2, 2026

Richard Carravone was born on January 21, 1940, at Saint Agnes Hospital in White Plains, New York. He was the beloved son of Salvatore Carravone and Theresa (Sarni) Carravone, both of whom predeceased him. Richard was also predeceased by his two brothers, Joseph Carravone and Salvatore Carravone Jr., as well as his brother-in-law, Paul Lupinacci. He was further predeceased by...

Jan 3, 2026

Dec 10, 2025

A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, she was first and foremost an animal lover, a responsible breeder, and a passionate advocate for excellence and integrity in the sport she loved.Her greatest joy came from the dog show ring-watching generations from her breeding and bloodlines, Boxers and Great Danes, proudly represent the highest standards of quality. Nothing made her prouder than...

Jan 5, 2026

William Donovan Hughes passed away on Sunday, January 5th, 2026, 5 days after his 82nd birthday and 11 days before his 50th wedding anniversary. He leaves behind his wife, Elizabeth, their daughter Marjorie, a teacher of art in Yonkers, and a brother, Dr. Richard Hughes, of Sacramento, California. His stepson, Christopher Olson of Conifer, Colorado and his sister, Patricia Hughes...

Jan 3, 2026

Gongli Cui lived a life defined by diligence, integrity, and selfless devotion to others.

As the eldest son, he cared deeply for his family, supporting his loved ones and giving generously throughout his life.

As a husband, he was caring, dependable, loving, devoted, and patient. No matter how difficult life was, he always put his wife's comfort and happiness above...

Dec 31, 2025

Esther Sloan of 4 Tompkins Road died of natural causes at the age of 96 years old on December 31st, at the family home where she and her husband, Irving, a longtime social studies teacher in the Scarsdale public schools and Village Historian, lived for more than 50 years.Esther was one of four children born and raised by Anna and...

Dec 29, 2025

Luz Marina Ayala-Perez, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, friend, and confidant, passed

away on December 29, 2025, at the age of 69 in New Rochelle, New York.

Born on November 5, 1956, to Graciliano Ayala and Marina Perez de Ayala, in Bogota D.C.,

Colombia. Her passion for knowledge propelled her through her professional career. Beginning

as a legal studies graduate from...

Dec 28, 2025

John Esposito, 25, passed away peacefully in Long Beach, New York, on Sunday, December 28.

John was born on August 14, 2000, to his parents, Joe and Patti Esposito. He grew up in Somers, New York, and graduated from Somers High School in 2018. After high school, John made his home in Long Beach, where he lived until his passing.

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Dec 22, 2025

Thomas A. Eldred, 83, a long-time resident of Merrick, NY passed away peacefully on Dec. 22, 2025.

Tom is survived by his son, Christopher (Melissa) and his daughter, Elizabeth. He leaves behind two grandchildren, Gianna and Michael and his loving sister, Susan (Lewis) House, and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Rose...

Dec 21, 2025

Bruce M. Forester, M.D., passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, surrounded by family, at the age of 86-on his 63rd wedding anniversary to his beloved wife, Erica.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Bruce carried his roots with pride throughout his life. He graduated from Dartmouth College and earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians &...

Dec 20, 2025

Joan's life was marked by her love of her husband of almost 68 years, her three sons, two daughters, two daughters-in-law and five grandchildren. She took great comfort in her faith, never missing an opportunity to say the rosary. Outside of faith and family, she found joy in reading, mocking Trump and listening to a shockingly broad range of music...

Dec 20, 2025

Edward D. Heben, a devoted family man, respected business leader, and dedicated community servant, passed away peacefully after a life well-lived. He was 78.

A native of the Bronx, New York, Ed graduated from Pace University and served his country honorably in the US Army Reserves. He built a successful career spanning over four decades as an accomplished Certified Public...

Dec 20, 2025

Domenica "Mickey" Lanni passed away peacefully in her home on December 20, 2025 at the age of ninety-three.Mickey (Pugliese) grew up in Greenburgh, New York. She was pre-deceased by her husband of 69 years, Ralph Lanni. She is survived by their children David, Laura, Maureen Regan (Kevin), Michael (Maureen), four grand-children, and two great grand-children. She was pre-deceased by her...

Dec 19, 2025

Joseph G. Esteves, 90, of Thornwood, NY, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025. He was born on May 6, 1935, in Minho, Portugal, to the late Luis and Alzira Esteves.

Joe immigrated to the United States with his father in 1949 where he built a life through hard work and dedication as a very skilled carpenter. He later started a...

Dec 16, 2025

Marianne Calo passed away on December 16, 2025 in her White Plains home following a long battle with Parkinson's disease. She was 78 years old.

Born in Monastir, Tunisia in 1947 from French parents Georgette and André Delorme, she then moved at the age of 9 to France, followed by the French Congo, before settling in France again in 1965...

Dec 16, 2025

Dec 14, 2025

Laura Jean Simon Bruno passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025 at 80 years young. She was born on October 14, 1945 in Manhattan, the daughter of Elizabeth and Bernard Simon. At 16 she met and then married the love of her life Joseph Bruno and had 50 years with him before Joseph passed away way too soon. Her ultimate...