Frederick E. Barrell Jr.
Oct 14, 2026
Fred Barrell
Fred Barrell was Janet's beloved husband for 56 years.
Cherished brother of Joseph (Eileen) and John (Trish). Brother-in-law of Kathryn (Ronald), Susan (Paul), and Edward (Candice).
"Uncle (Unk) Freddie" was a loving uncle and great-uncle to many and a devoted daddy to his many cherished rescued pets.
Fred proudly and honorably served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam...
Peter DiGennaro Jr.
Oct 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Peter DiGennaro Jr.
Peter DiGennaro Jr. passed away peacefully on October 12, 2026, surrounded by his devoted family, following a long and courageous battle with leukemia.Peter was a man defined by his devotion to his family, his lifelong passion for music, and his joyful, quick-witted sense of humor. A loving husband and devoted father, he is survived...
Steven G. Williams
Oct 10, 2026
Steven G. Williams passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on October 10, 2026, at age 74, following a battle with cancer stemming from his official deployment with the Nassau County Police Department (NCPD) in support of rescue and recovery operations at Ground Zero.
Steve’s life was a testament to resilience, service, and self-improvement. Born in the Bronx, New York, in...
Margaret Cossingham
Oct 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of Margaret Cossingham
Margaret Cossingham’s life journey began in Jamaica, Georgia, where she was born in 1938 to the late Emanuel and Rozerena Lawrence. She was their firstborn, and her parents later welcomed four more children. As a young girl, her family moved to New York City, where she later attended Sarah J. Haley High School. After...
Marita DeBona
Oct 7, 2026
Marita DeBona, born on September 11, 1937, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, was the eldest of six siblings. She came to the United States as a young woman and began a new chapter in her life. Her journey from Buenos Aires eventually led her to Dominic, whom she married in 1976. Through Dominick, Marita gained a large extended family in America,...
Elizabeth A. Ruthkowski
Oct 5, 2026
Elizabeth Anne Ruthkowski passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026, at the age of 85, surrounded by family.
Liz was born on April 20, 1941, in Flushing, New York, to Matilda Hassler and Joseph Hassler. She graduated from Port Washington High School and attended secretarial school
She started her career at Saint Francis Hospital and worked at British Industries Corporation in Port...
Ann J. Doran
Oct 5, 2026
Ann J. Doran of Oyster Bay passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026, at age 102. Born on February 9, 1924, Ann lived a long, beautiful, and meaningful life surrounded by her family's love. Ann was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She cherished her family deeply and took great pride in the generations that followed her. She was...
Mimi Greenstein
Sep 23, 2026
Mimi L. Greenstein, March 30,1933-September 23, 2026. Mimi was a beloved daughter, sister, cousin, aunt, great-aunt, and true friend. Mimi was a gentle soul, kind, caring, enjoyed having fun, sweet, and most of all loving. Miss Greenstein’s first and only job was being a first-grade teacher at Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School in Oyster Bay, NY. She loved her job. Miss...
Rose Rea
Sep 21, 2026
Rose Rea passed away on September 21, 2026, at the age of 100, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion. She was the beloved wife of the late Anthony and a cherished mother to Nancy Azzaretto (Austin) and Anne Festa (James). Her warmth extended to her grandchildren, Austin Jr. (Talia), Erica Michitsch (Graham), Christopher (Lindi), and to her great-grandchildren,...
Josephine L. Kearney
Sep 17, 2026
Josephine Kearney of East Norwich, NY, passed away on September 17, 2026. She is reunited with her beloved husband of 70 years, Thomas, who passed away in December 2025.She was the loving mother of Thomas P., Deborah Colon, Susan (Al) Lopez, William (Mary), and Edward (Leslie); cherished grandmother of Sean, Mitchell, Matthew, Alec, Alexandra, Liam, Emily, Jacklyn, Lexi, and Tori;...
Anita K. Strollo
Sep 4, 2026
Anita K. Strollo, aka “Grandma Flight,” 86, passed away on September 4, 2026.
A proud Brooklyn girl, Anita lived her life in Italy, Long Island, and New York City. She was a strong, independent woman who cared deeply for her family and brought her own unique humor and creativity to everything she did.
A graduate of Marymount College, where she attended on...
Peer Marchais
Aug 31, 2026
Peer Marchais (Pierre) died peacefully at his home of over 50 years in Oyster Bay on August 31st, 2026, at the age of 91. Pierre is survived by his wife Marilyn, daughter Linda (Richard), and son Donald, as well as his grandchildren, Katie, Nicole, Emily, and Brandon, and great-grandchildren Audrey and Danny. He started his own business while still in...
Dorothy Ann Velthaus
Aug 10, 2026
Dorothy Ann Ballul Velthaus
Dorothy Velthaus passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, August 10, 2026, surrounded by her family and close friends.
She was the beloved wife of Kenneth, who preceded her in death in October 1995, and was the proud mother of William, Andrew (Wayne), and Karen (James). Dorothy lived for her children, always in touch and offering keen...
William "Bill" Hefner
Aug 7, 2026
William (Bill) Hefner 82, of Edna TX passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026. Son of the late James and Elinor Hefner, Bill grew up in Oyster Bay with his loving family and is the cherished brother of Mary Ellen Rahilly and dear uncle of Michael (Colleen) Rahilly and Karen (David) D’Elia. He was the devoted companion of the late...
Robert "Bob" Sussi
Jul 31, 2026
Robert “Bob” SussiRobert “Bob” Sussi passed away, Friday July 31, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, coach, and friend, Bob leaves behind a legacy of kindness, loyalty, and dedication to those he loved.Bob was the beloved husband of the late Georgia Lanzaro Sussi. He was the proud and loving father of Christina...
Ranie Pullen
Jul 30, 2026
Ranie Pullen, formerly of Oyster Bay, New York, passed away on July 30, 2026, in Summerfield, Florida.
Ranie was the beloved wife of Johnny Pullen. She enjoyed a long career with the United States Postal Service, where she worked faithfully for many years.
Following her retirement, Ranie embraced life with enthusiasm and especially enjoyed spending her time bowling and golfing. She will...
Susan LaPorte
Jul 30, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Susan LaPorte, from East Norwich. Devoted wife to her high school sweetheart, Billy LaPorte, for 49 years. Loving mother to Heather (Steve), Jason (Lindsey), Matthew (Carolyn), Kristin (Rob). Cherished Grandma to Carter, Dylan, Brody, Peyton, Lucas, Stella, Jaxon, Maddox, Grayson, and Teagan. Dear sister of the late Christine DiPasquale...
Clara Belle Willett
Jul 28, 2026
Celebrating the Beautiful Life of Clara Belle Willett – December 30, 1938 – July 28, 2026
Clara B. Willett of Westbury, New York passed away peacefully at her home in
Westbury, New York on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, surrounded by her loving and devoted
family. A former longtime resident of Oyster Bay, New York, Clara – lovingly known as
“Belle” – was born in...
