Obituaries

May 3, 2026

Kathleen Costello Gennaoui “Kitty”, 68, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on May 3rd, 2026. She was a lifelong Brooklyn resident, born on December 28th, 1957 to Rose and Jack Costello. She grew up in Bay Ridge, graduating from Saint Ephrem’s School, Bishop Kearney High School and Pace University. Her father once told her “if you...

Mar 18, 2026

VisitationFriday, May 8, 20265 PM - 8 PM

Clavin Funeral Home7722 4th AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11209Complimentary Valet Parking AvailableFuneral MassSaturday, May 9, 20269:30 AM

Basilica of Regina Pacis1230 65th StBrooklyn, NY 11219

CemeteryCalvary Cemetery49-02 Laurel Hl BlvdWoodside, NY 11377

Apr 23, 2026

Funeral MassTuesday, April 28, 202610:15 AM - CLICK HERE FOR FUNERAL MASS LIVESTREAM -Our Lady of Angels Church7320 4th AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11209CemeteryMoravian Cemetery2205 Richmond Rd.Staten Island, NY 10306

Apr 18, 2026

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that contributions be made in Peggy’s honor to:

National Wheaten Rescue, Inc. 

Email confirmations can be sent to Kaitlyn Schleimer at Schleimer.kaitlyn@gmail.com

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Margaret “Peggy” Ann Schleimer, age 69, of Brooklyn, NY, unexpectedly went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 18, 2026,...

Apr 14, 2026

Dan was born in Clarkesville, Georgia, on April 1, 1947. He proudly served in the U.S. Army as a Paratrooper with the 173rd Airborne Brigade, working within their Military Intelligence Unit. Following his honorable service, he attended Brooklyn College and later built a successful career as a financial counselor and stockbroker with Merrill Lynch. Dan was a devoted husband, a...

Apr 7, 2026

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations in David's memory to:(Acknowledgement email can be sent to: kugelmanmj@gmail.com)

New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation

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FDNY Fire Family Transport Foundation

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LaSalle Academy

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David J. Harney passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026 following a courageously fought battle with Prostate Cancer. He was 61. Dave, as he was known,...

Apr 6, 2026

Deborah Chirchirchio (née Ceneri) passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026.

She was the beloved wife of Dominick and the loving, devoted mother of Gina. Deborah was a woman defined by her compassion, strength, and unwavering dedication to her family.

Known affectionately to her students as “Mrs. Chirchirchio”, she devoted her life to educating and nurturing children at Saint Anselm and P.S....

Apr 5, 2026

VisitationSaturday, April 18, 20269:30 AM - 10 AM

The Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help526 59th StreetBrooklyn, NY 11220Funeral MassSaturday, April 18, 202610 AM  - LIVESTREAM LINK -

The Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help526 59th StreetBrooklyn, NY 11220CemeteryResurrection Cemetery361 Sharrott AvenueStaten Island, NY 10309

Apr 4, 2026

Theresa Putko, 97, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at her home in Bay Ridge. She was born on June 25, 1928, in Brooklyn, New York, to Marie and Stanley Donderewicz. She grew up near Our Lady of Czestochowa Catholic Church, where her father served as sexton for more than fifty years.

Theresa’s life was molded by the Church,...

Apr 4, 2026

Mary Helen Pascale, born October 7, 1929, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, joy, and unforgettable memories.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Victor; her cherished sons, Dennis and Victor; and her dear brothers, Teddy, Bobby, and Roger. Though she endured great loss, she remained a woman of strength and warmth.

She is survived by her devoted daughter,...

Mar 31, 2026

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Gloria's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.   -   -   -   -   -   -   -VisitationTuesday, April 7, 20264 PM - 8 PM

Clavin Funeral Home7722 4th AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11209Complimentary Valet Parking AvailablePrayer ServiceTuesday, April 7, 20267 PM

Clavin Funeral Home7722 4th AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11209Complimentary Valet Parking Available Departing Funeral Home to CemeteryWednesday, April 8,...

Mar 30, 2026

Denise R. Ormandy (née Brick), age 74, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 30, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

A lifelong resident of Brooklyn, Denise was lovingly raised by the late Mildred “Pum” Brick. She attended Saint Anselm and Fontbonne Hall Academy, and graduated from St. John’s University, Class of 1973.

Denise and her husband, Tom, have loved one...

Mar 28, 2026

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Petros' memory to:Holy Cross Greek Orthodox ChurchorThe Cure Alzheimer's Fund

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Petros M. Spanakos, born July 26, 1938, one of seven boys, was raised by his parents, Stella and Michael Spanakos, both Greek immigrants from Mani, in what was the rough Red Hook section of Brooklyn....

Mar 27, 2026

Visitation HoursSunday, March 29, 20262 PM - 6 PM

Clavin Funeral Home7722 4th AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11209Complimentary Valet Parking AvailableFuneral MassMonday, March 30, 202610:15 AM - LIVESTREAM LINK -

Our Lady of Angels R.C. Church7320 4th AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11209CemeteryPinelawn Memorial Park2030 Wellwood AvenueFarmingdale, NY 11735

Mar 26, 2026

In lieu of flowers or trees, please consider making donations in Christinas memory to:(Please send acknowledgment email to: dmac8171@gmail.com)

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 

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Christina Schwerer, 98 years old, passed away the evening of March 26, 2026 in Brooklyn, New York.Christina, was born the eldest daughter of Henry Sr. and...

Mar 22, 2026

In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations in Mary's memory to:Our Lady of Angels ChurchOrSt. Andrew's Society of the State of New York   -    -    -    -    -    -    -    -

Mary Agnes Atkins passed peacefully on Sunday, March 22. Mary Agnes Atkins was born on September 9, 1932 in Dumbarton, Scotland to...

Mar 19, 2026

Annalouise M. DeMarco passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Charles DeMarco. Loving mother of Michael DeMarco and Christine DeMarco.

A private funeral service will be held. If you wish to honor Annalouise's memory, please consider a donation to the Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 440 Ovington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11209.

Mar 17, 2026

In lieu of flowers and in observance of the Lenten Season, please consider a donation in Elvira's memory to  Calvary Hospital & Hospice Care  

For acknowledgment, please forward e-mail to  since1886@clavinfuneralhome.com   -   -   -   -   -   -We are mourning the passing of Elvira Albanese. Elvira was born in 1928 in Gioiosa Ionica, Reggio Calabria, Italy. At 30...

Mar 15, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother Ethel Kane, who departed this life peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Ethel was born and raised in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn where she was a lifelong member of Our Lady of Angels Parish. Ethel is predeceased by her wonderful and one-of-a-kind husband Joseph. They shared...

Mar 14, 2026

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Dolores' memory to: (Please send acknowledgement email to: LoriPender237@gmail.com )

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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We gather to celebrate the life of Dolores Eifert, lovingly known to many as "Grandma Dee," who passed away...