Obituaries

Dec 14, 2023

Vincent Padovano peacefully passed away at the age of 86 on the afternoon of December 14th, 2023. He was happily married for 56 years and unfortunately widowed by Letteria Padovano.  He is survived by his two beloved children Lucy and Stephen and three grandchildren, Alfonso, Emily and Samantha.  He was a man of many jobs including working at the...

Dec 14, 2023

Visitation Monday (12/18) 2 - 4 PM & 7 - 9 PM

Clavin Funeral Home 7722 4th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11209 Complimentary Valet Parking Available

Funeral Mass Tuesday (12/19) 9:45 AM

Saint Anselm Roman Catholic Church 356 82nd Street Brooklyn, NY 11209

Cemetery

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Dec 13, 2023

We celebrate the life of John Swiontak, age 60, who passed away on Dec. 13.

Born in Brooklyn to Mary Ann Cardi and the late John Swiontak, John is survived by his wife, Elaine and his sons John (Kathleen) and James, who he loved beyond measure and was so proud of. But his greatest love was his...

Dec 13, 2023

David G. Olsen, passed away on December 13, 2023, at the age of 84.  He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, and his daughters, Sonja (Ian Savage) and Karin (Bruce Cavanaugh). David adored his 5 wily grandsons – Christopher David (15), Mackenzie Kristian (14), Colin Nicholas (13), Alistair Robert "Kipper" (12), and Brady Olsen (10).

David was...

Dec 9, 2023

Don O'Hanlon, born on June 25th 1964, was a life long resident of Bay Ridge. He had a  love of building model cars, taking bike rides with his radio playing along like a soundtrack to his life, and fishing. As a local handy man, Don made long lasting relationships with many Bay Ridge residents and businesses alike who became...

Dec 6, 2023

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Renee's memory to:

Guild for Exceptional Children

or

Alzheimer's Association

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Our beautiful daughter, Renee, was a vibrant soul who brought joy to everyone around her.  For...

Dec 6, 2023

   In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Theofanio's memory to:   

 National Multiple Sclerosis Society 

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Theofanio Papadimitropoulos, a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away at the age of 88, at her home in Brooklyn, New...

Dec 1, 2023

John H. Higginbotham passed away peacefully on December 1, 2023.  Beloved husband of the late Kathleen (nee Valintis).  Loving father of Brian (Nadine), Kathleen (Javier), and the late Mark.  Proud grandfather of Justin (Lauren), James (Alyssa), Mathew, Joshua, Mark, Kaylin (Andy), Katie (Chris), and great-grandfather of Jameson and Connor.  Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and...

Nov 26, 2023

Violet Athens O'Connor passed away peacefully at Calvary Hospital on November 26, 2023, less than one month shy of her 92nd birthday. She was born on December 23, 1931, to Greek immigrant parents Nick & Jean Athens, and was the middle child between doting big sister Mary and rascally baby brother Artie.

Tragically widowed at the age...

Nov 25, 2023

Patricia M. Watt (nee Kelly) was called back home peacefully on Saturday, November 25, 2023 with her daughter Kathleen MacLellan and granddaughter Kelly MacLellan by her side – after a lovely Thanksgiving and speaking with those she loves most.  Patricia was predeceased by her parents William & Alice Kelly, Husband of 50 years George J. Watt, Son George M. Watt...

Nov 22, 2023

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made in Rosanna's memory to:

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Donation confirmation e-mails may be sent to since1886@clavinfuneralhome.com for acknowledgement.

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Visitation Sunday (11/26)  3 PM - 5 PM...

Nov 22, 2023

Born Domenica Maria in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn to Salvatore Gerardi and Caterina (Zaccagnino) Gerardi, Mae was the oldest of four children. Named after her paternal grandmother, her parents "Americanized" her name for her birth certificate.  Mae earned her Bachelor's degree from Hunter College.  She planned to teach Spanish but opted for a career in the insurance industry.  Mae was an...

Nov 21, 2023

Robert T. Downs passed away peacefully on November 21, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.  Beloved husband of Mary (nee Davis).  Loving father of Lisa, Kevin (Laurie) and the late Stephen (Susan).  Proud grandfather of Jason, Shaun, and Alexa.

In lieu of flowers, family kindly requests that you make a donation in Robert's memory to...

Nov 9, 2023

Memorial Visitation Sunday (11/19)  12 Noon - 2 PM

Prayer Service Sunday (11/19)  2 PM

Clavin Funeral Home 7722 4th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11209 Complimentary Valet Parking

In lieu of flowers, family kindly requests donations in Brian's memory to the ASPCA , providing effective means for the prevention...