Obituaries

Dec 8, 2025

KATHLEEN GRACE WHITE

March 23, 1948 - December 8, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that the family of Kathleen Grace White, 77, of Greenport, NY, announces her sudden passing on December 8th, 2025.

Born on March 23, 1948, in Huntington, NY, Kathy spent much of her life in the Cold Spring Harbor and Huntington communities. She was widely known for her strong...

May 1, 2026

Barbara H. Conolly - died on May 1, 2026, at the age of 98. Devoted wife of the late Joseph B. Conolly Jr., loving mother of Peter and Catherine (Rodney Lee Brown Jr.), and grandmother of Abbey Conolly Brown. Graduate of the Brearley School, NY, 1944, and Barnard College, 1948. Former Hon. Secretary of the Meadow Brook Hounds, L.I., 1945-52. Director...

Apr 25, 2026

Martha Bennett (née DeVito), aged 97 of Spring Hill, FL, formerly of Elmont,

NY, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026. Born on November 4, 1928, in

the Bronx, New York, Martha lived a long and fulfilling life marked by her

devotion to family, faith, and cherished pastimes.

Martha was the beloved daughter of Francesco and Martha DeVito and grew

up alongside her brothers Dominick,...

Apr 11, 2026

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Rosalie Romano, lovingly known as Puggy and Ro Ro. She passed peacefully on April 11th. Ro was so much more than just an aunt—she was a second mother to Linda, Lisa, and Tricia and a cherished bonus grandma to all their children. She was a devoted, loving sister to Jeanne, a constant...

Apr 2, 2026

Lucille Maffei passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 2, 2026, just weeks after her 91st birthday.

Lucille was a vivacious woman who had a true love of life. Born to Vito and Josephine Piccininni (nee Cazzarini) in New Jersey on March 11, 1935. She was their second child after her brother Bartholomew. The family lived in multiple locales in New Jersey...

Apr 1, 2026

Albert J. Breneisen

Albert J. Breneisen, of Oyster Bay, New York, and Singer Island, Florida, entered into

eternal rest on April 1, 2026. He was 91 years of age.

Born in Brooklyn, Albert was a man of keen intellect. A graduate of New York University,

he went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from Fordham Law School. For many years, he

was a distinguished practitioner...

Mar 29, 2026

Margaret Joan Sola, age 85 of Sun City Center, Fla., formerly of Oyster Bay, NY, passed away.

peacefully on March 29, 2026. Margaret was born on October 15, 1940, in St. Vincent's Hospital

in New York City and spent her life on Long Island, where she enjoyed family activities,

swimming, travel, and bowling. She also enjoyed her pets, especially dogs.

She is survived by...

Mar 29, 2026

Bernard J. "Bernie" Gaffney of Oyster Bay on March 29, 2026. Beloved husband of 64 years of Laura. Devoted father of Patrick (Laura), Susan Davis, Michael (Bridget), and the late Christine. Cherished grandfather of Emily, Jimmy, Grace, Ellen, Mike, Stella, and Fiona. Great- Grandfather of Peter.

Family will receive friends Tuesday March 31st - 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial...

Mar 23, 2026

Lawrence Samodulski Jr.  On March 23, 2026, of Oyster Bay. Retired NYPD Detective 1st Grade. Beloved husband of Laura. Loving father of Adam (Kristy), Julian (Katherine) Sarah (Ed) Kull. Cherished grandfather of Grace, Ben, Marina, Lukas, Paul, Scarlett, and Dorothy. Dear brother of Patricia Walker, Jean DeRidder, Paul; Raymond, and the late Lorriane and Joseph. Family will receive friends...

Mar 17, 2026

Dolores Mikulski (nee Szwejkowski) was born on 12/4/34 and passed away

peacefully on 3/17/26. Dolores was predeceased by her husband, John (12/24/93) and

her dear siblings Edward, Helen, Regina, Anna and Chester. She is survived by her

children, Trish (Robert) Pantina and Michael (Jackie) Mikulski, as well as her

grandchildren, Nicole...

Mar 13, 2026

Matty was born in the Netherlands at the end of WW2. She lived there with her parents, sisters and brother until she was 14 years old. At that time, her family moved to NY for her father's job.

For the first year, they lived in Queens while her parents searched for a new home. Matty's family finally...

Mar 5, 2026

Anthony Gordon Townsend

May 23, 1947 – March 5, 2026

Anthony Gordon Townsend, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and veteran,

passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026. Born on May 23, 1947, in Oyster Bay,

New York, Tony's roots in that community ran deep across generations. He grew...

Mar 4, 2026

Barbara L. Aasheim (nee Stack) On March 4th, 2026, Of East Norwich,. Beloved wife of the late Richard.

Loving mother of Lynn (Fred) Hansen, Thomas (Laura) Aasheim, Robert (Kelly) Aasheim, and the late Brian.

Cherished grandmother of Kristen, Alexia, Kaitlyn, Cole, and Luke. And her devoted companion Khloe.

Dear sister of the late...

Mar 4, 2026

Harold Jay Burczak, Jr., On March 4, 2026, of Shawnee, OK formerly of Oyster Bay and East Norwich. Beloved husband to Janet. Loving father of Kathleen, Lance, Jay and Ellen. Grandfather of Jennifer, Jessica, Jady, Randal, Caitlyn and James.

Feb 17, 2026

We celebrate the life of Tamer Ozkan - a beloved family man, coach, loyal friend, and steady mentor whose love for his people defined him.

Born in Türkiye, Tamer built his life in New York with his wife, Shelly, creating a home filled with love, laughter, and purpose. They were married for 42 years, and his two...

Feb 15, 2026

  Anne Davies Evans  

Anne Davies Evans

Anne Davies Evans was born on November 23, 1936, and passed away

peacefully on February 15, 2026. She was the devoted wife of 63 years to William

(“Bill”) Evans, who predeceased her. She was the loving mother of Carol Evans and

Kathryn Evans Bernstein, mother-in-law of Kenneth Bernstein, and grandmother of

Daniel and Emily Bernstein. She and Bill were fun-loving...

Feb 12, 2026

Richard J Patak, 75, died on February 12, 2026 while on vacation in Florida. Born and raised in New York, where he lived his entire life in Bayville, NY. He earned his undergraduate degree from Wesley College and Lynchburg University and his master's in education from Hunter College. He worked as a mobility supervisor at the Jewish Guild for the...

Feb 12, 2026

Christina G. O'Briskie of Bayville, NY on February 12, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Michael. Dear sister of Salvatore (Barbara), and Anthony (Cynthia). Also survived by her nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends Thursday February 26th, 2026, 1-3 p.m.

Jan 28, 2026

Retired NYPD Sgt. Robert Dembowski (Bobby D) lifetime resident of Locust Valley Passed Wednesday January 28, 2026

Cherished and Loving Husband of 44 years to Shari, provider and role model for his daughter Brittany (Craig Sordyl) who just adores her dad. Bobby Recently became a "Grampa" having so much fun playing with Keanu, his little buddy. A...

Jan 26, 2026

George E. Albro Jr. of Bayville, NY. On January 26, 2026, Beloved husband of the late Maureen.

Loving father of Ann, George III (Sandy). Cherished grandfather of Katieann (Bobby) and George IV.

Proud Great-Grandfather of Oliver George (his little pony boy). Dear brother of the late Mimi.

In his younger years, George was...