Obituaries

Tyrone R Kirlew

Tyrone R Kirlew

Aug 15, 2022

Tyrone Kirlew died recently at his home in New York, NY. A dual citizen of Jamaica and the United States of America, Tyrone made innumerable contributions to communities in both nations. Tyrone is survived by a son, an aunt, four siblings, several nieces and nephews, many cousins, and countless friends. He will be greatly missed.

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Jeffrey Michael Rainer

Jeffrey Michael Rainer

Aug 14, 2022

Jeffrey Michael Rainer, 75, passed away on August 14, 2022, in White Plains, NY. Jeff was born on May 23, 1947 in the Bronx, to Dr. John D. Rainer and Barbara Rainer. From his earliest days his passion was music, which always filled their house. Piano lessons under Alexander Petruska spanned his entire youth. He graduated from Eastchester High...

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Joyce A. Smithson

Joyce A. Smithson

Aug 13, 2022

Joyce Ann Smithson was born on April 10, 1957 to the late John Harvey Smithson and Hattie M. Bell Smithson in Kenbridge, Virginia.  Joyce was the 11th child and 4th daughter in her family of 15 children.  Aside from her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Evelyn Smithson Allen (brother-in-law, Richard Allen), brothers William Harvey Smithson...

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Walter C. Daniels

Walter C. Daniels

Aug 11, 2022

Walter C. Daniels was born on August 27, 1924 in the Bronx, New York to Walter P. and Beatrice M. Friebley Daniels. They moved to White Plans shortly after his birth. He attended White Plains schools. In 1943, he joined the army and served for two and a half years in the United States and Europe. In 1950, Walter...

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Catherine Petrillo-Saracoglu

Catherine Petrillo-Saracoglu

Aug 10, 2022

Catherine Petrillo-Saracoglu, of Riverdale, NY passed away peacefully on August 10, 2022. Cathy was born on November 19, 1935, in Manhattan, NYC, NY to Ivan and Anna Rudik. Catherine was predeceased by her first husband, Joe Petrillo and then by her second husband, Orhan Saracoglu. Catherine is survived by her daughter, Anne, her grandson, Robert, her granddaughter-in-law, Lauren, her...

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Linda M. Pontillo

Linda M. Pontillo

Aug 9, 2022

Linda M. Pontillo of New Paltz, NY formerly of New Rochelle, NY died August 9, 2022 peacefully at her Home. Linda was born July 2, 1960 in New Rochelle, NY to Anthony Bombace and Dorothy Castiglia. Linda made a career as a teachers aide at the New Paltz Central school district. Linda assisted the teacher in preparing lesson outlines,...

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Gloria Fiorucci

Gloria Fiorucci

Aug 9, 2022

Gloria Fiorucci, of Yonkers, NY, passed away on Aug. 9, 2022 with her beloved daughter Linda, by her side. Gloria was born on August 23, 1922 in the Bronx, NY.  She graduated from Walton High School and went on to teach piano for 70 years. She also worked as a dental assistant in the Bronx for 30 years. Gloria...

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Roberta Murray

Roberta Murray

Aug 9, 2022

Roberta Murray (Robbie), 78, of Yonkers, NY passed away peacefully on August 9, 2022.  Robbie was born on February 3, 1944 in Yonkers, NY to the late Harold and Eleanor Patrie.  Survived by her husband, Thomas Murray, her siblings: Louis Patrie, Harold Patrie and Valerie Tipa, her children: Lane Romano (husband Carmine) and Thomas Murray Jr. (wife Dena), and...

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Mercedes Leis

Mercedes Leis

Aug 9, 2022

Mercedes Leis peacefully entered into eternal rest on August 9th, 2022. She will be remembered for her devout faith, love of family, witty sense of humor, and positive outlook. Mercedes was an avid reader who enjoyed puzzles, drawing and painting, sewing, crocheting, and jewelry making. After retiring from many years at the Bayer Corporation, she spent her days at...

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Elizabeth (Kopko) Sottile

Elizabeth (Kopko) Sottile

Aug 9, 2022

Elizabeth Sottile, 95, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, in White Plains, NY. Elizabeth (Betty) was born on November 8, 1926 in Yonkers, NY to Michael and Anna Kopko. She graduated from Yonkers High School in 1942. Elizabeth married Frank P Sottile on March 06, 1948. The couple had four children. Betty was best known for her love...

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Iris Lane Struber

Iris Lane Struber

Aug 9, 2022

Iris Lane Struber (née Lerner) , a kind and creative soul, died on August 9, 2022 at the age of 83 in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Iris is survived by her loving husband of 35 years Victor Struber, her daughter Tracey Lane Novick, her son-in-law Louis Novick, and her grandchildren Harrison and Emily Novick. She is predeceased by her...

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George A. Letscher

George A. Letscher

Aug 8, 2022

George A. Letscher, of Thornwood, NY, and formerly of the Bronx, N.Y. passed away on Monday, August 8, 2022. He was born on January 31, 1941 to the late George and Elizabeth Letscher.  He is survived by his wife of 59 years Geraldine, three children George (Hanna), Scott (Deidre) and Lynn (Richard), siblings John, Betty, and Deborah.  Also survived...

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Nelly Simone (Holly) Picard

Nelly Simone (Holly) Picard

Aug 8, 2022

Nelly Simone Picard, 77, passed away on August 8, 2022, in Hartsdale, NY. Nelly was born on December 28, 1944 in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to Theodore Holly and Lucie Holly. She spent her formative years in Haiti and attended Baruch College in New York. She met Jean Serge Picard in New York and they married in July of 1967. They...

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Mary Antoinette (Sessa) DeMicco

Mary Antoinette (Sessa) DeMicco

Aug 6, 2022

My dear mom Mary DeMicco born August 20, 1933 passed away peacefully August 6, 2022 after a long hard battle with MDS, a rare blood cancer. She is reunited with her adoring husband, Philly. Loving mother of Frank DeMicco and wife Joan , Marie DeMicco , Doreen DeMicco Zingone and husband Dominick. Cherished Grandmother of Michelle DeMicco Karlick and husband...

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Aibel Tom Bino

Aibel Tom Bino

Aug 5, 2022

Aibel Tom Bino of Ossining, New York passed into the loving arms of Jesus on August 05, 2022 at the age of 17. Aibel was surrounded by his loving parents and many loved ones during his departure to heaven. Aibel was born on September 08, 2004 in Kuwait, to Bino Thomas and Linti (Paul) Thomas. When Aibel was one...

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Robert Allen Chase

Robert Allen Chase

Aug 4, 2022

Westchester has lost one of its consummate musicians. Dr. Robert Allen Chase died on August 4, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Dr. Chase was born October 14, 1938, in Milford, Massachusetts. A gifted organist, choirmaster, music scholar and professor, he took his bachelor's degree at Boston University. He earned an MA in Sacred Music at Union Theological Seminary...

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Oscar Velasquez

Oscar Velasquez

Aug 1, 2022

Oscar Velasquez of Carmel, New York passed away on Aug 1, 2022. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

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Ida Claire (Henry) Maxwell

Ida Claire (Henry) Maxwell

Aug 1, 2022

Ida C. Maxwell, was born to Van Henry from StKitts and Adina Francella Perrin on August 29th, 1922 in Palma Soriano, Cuba. Speaking nothing but Spanish, she migrated to the country side of Westmoreland, Jamaica at a young age. If asked where she is from, Jamaica is always her answer and will always be home to her. Living with her...

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Geraldine DelTondo

Geraldine DelTondo

Jul 31, 2022

Geraldine “Gerri” DelTondo passed away suddenly on July 31, 2022 at White Plains Hospital.  She was 85.  She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, John DelTondo, who passed in 2012. Gerri was born Geraldine Ann Klonowski in Mt. Vernon, NY to loving parents, Santina & Benjamin Klonowski.  She grew up in The Bronx...

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William J. Palmieri

William J. Palmieri

Jul 29, 2022

William J. Palmieri, 82, of Elmsford, NY passed away on July 29, 2022. William was born to Constantino and Mary Palmieri on June 27,1940 in White Plains, NY. He was a resident of Elmsford for 20 years. William was a hardworking man and devoted to his craft. He owned and operated Stanton TV Services for over 60 years. He...

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