Obituaries

Mar 8, 2023

Julianne Helen Hoffman passed away peacefully on March 8, 2023 at the age of 95. Beloved wife of the late Fred. Loving mother of Michael, Janet, Donn (Kelly), and the late Nancy Werner (Billy). Proud grandmother of Timmy (Krista), Jenn (Mike), Allison, Dylan (Hailey), Jill (Aaron), Victoria (Kevin), Dean (Kristin) and great grandmother of Chrystal, Mikey, Ella, Juliana, Griffin,...

Mar 8, 2023

Vincent Michael Gravelli passed away on March 8, 2023.  Vincent was born and raised and continued to live in Brooklyn.  He graduated from New Utrecht High School in Brooklyn, and he studied and graduated from John Jay College and Marist College where he earned his Masters degree.  He was a retired NYPD Sergeant, 9/11 hero, and college professor after...

Mar 4, 2023

Carmen "Margot" Soto (nee Pantoja) passed away on March 4, 2023.

She was born in Puerto Rico in 1940 and relocated to New York in 1968. Carmen is survived by her sons Carlos, William and Sergio, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was a devoted Catholic and parishioner of Saint Michael's Roman Catholic...

Mar 4, 2023

Mary T. Reilly passed away March 4, 2023. She was born in Mayo, Ireland and lived in Brooklyn, NY for over 60 years. Mary is survived by her son Gerard, son-in-law Brendan and grandchildren, Fiona, Kiera, Christin, Lauren, Patryk and Aidan, sisters Margaret and Kathleen, brother Tommy and his wife Mary, and numerous nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased...

Feb 22, 2023

Patricia A. Spinelli was born into this world on October 6, 1934, unto James and Bridget Byrne.  Predeceased by her younger brother Jimmy.  She was married to Michael Spinelli who unfortunately predeceased her.

Patricia had three daughters, Dawn, Danielle, and Brigette.  Dawn and Brigette predeceased her but joyously greeted their mother on the other side on February...

Feb 18, 2023

Joan Callery age 90 passed away on February 18, 2023.  Joan lived her whole life in Brooklyn.  Joan was the beloved wife of George Callery and mother of Muriel Wilkinson, Debbie Murphy and Anne Romeo.  Beloved mother-in-law of Gerard Wilkinson, Dennis Murphy and David Romeo.  Joan is survived by 5 grandchildren: Kevin Wilkinson (Teresa), Danielle Kennelly (Matt), Meaghan Garcia...

Feb 17, 2023

Visitation Thursday (2/23)  4 PM - 7 PM Complimentary Valet Parking Available Funeral Service Friday (2/24) 10 AM @ Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Brooklyn

Burial Ocean View Cemetery (Staten Island, NY)

Feb 11, 2023

Stanley Ferraiolo passed away on February 11, 2023, at the age of 68.  Loving father of Karissa and Alicia.  Proud grandfather of Anthony, Brianna, and Sophia.  Dear brother of John, Joe, James, Eugene, and Kathy.  Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Stanley had a 30+ year career working for the NYCTA. In lieu of flowers,...

Feb 8, 2023

Carl Johan Jacobsen passed away on February 8, 2023 at the age of 76.  Beloved husband of Mindy (nee Fliegelman).  Loving father of Brad Jacobsen (Magvis), Christine McCluskey (James), and Andrew Jacobsen.  Proud grandfather of Jason, Caitlin, and Gunnar.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Carl's memory to:

National Federation Of The...

Feb 7, 2023

Visitation at Norwegian Christian Home Friday (2/10) 10 AM - 11 AM

Funeral Service Friday (2/10) 11 AM @ Norwegian Christian Home

Cemetery Saint John's Cemetery (Middle Village, NY)

Feb 6, 2023

Ronald A. Williams passed away on February 6, 2023 at the age of 90.

Ronald is survived by his daughter, Lori Williams, and two grandchildren, Heather and William Freitag.

He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Gilbert and Camille Quinton, Debra and Angelo Sigismondo, Victoria Quinton, their children Michael and Vincent Sigismondo, Gilbert...

Feb 5, 2023

Deborah (Proscia) Payne, age 69, passed away in Hospice in Bay Ridge on February 5, 2023. Debbie passed away from complications from Alzheimer's and Liver disease. Beloved wife of Bill Payne, mother of Jeanine Payne and Grandmother of Markus Grunde. Survived by her twin sister Nancy Moore, her Brothers William and Christopher Proscia, son-in-law Alex Grunde and her extended...

Feb 4, 2023

Margaret Anne Brennan (Drury) passed away on February 4, 2023. She was a lifelong resident of Brooklyn, living in Sunset Park and Bay Ridge. Margaret attended OLPH for Elementary and High School and graduated from Hunter College.

She worked in the business sector before becoming a teacher at PS/IS 104. For 25 years, Margaret taught various subjects,...

Jan 28, 2023

Frank Iula is retired NYC police captain admired for his integrity, fairness and profound administration abilities. He was commander of Brooklyn North and retired after 30 1/2 years. Frank proudly served in the US Army as a sergeant in Korea. Born in Manhattan and raised in Greenpoint Frank graduated from Boys High School and City College of New York....

Jan 25, 2023

Visitation Sunday (1/29) 2 - 6 PM Clavin Funeral Home 7722 4th Avenue Brooklyn, New York 11209 Complimentary Valet Parking Available

Funeral Mass Monday (1/30) 11 AM @ Saint Patrick's R.C. Church 9511 4th Avenue Brooklyn, New York 11209

Jan 23, 2023

Richard Mahany, age 87, passed away at home on January 23, 2023.

Richard was pre-deceased by the love of his life - his beautiful and loving wife Berit Unni (Eriksen) Mahany, his brother Ronald Mahany and sister Doris Allen.

He is survived by his 4 children Unni Mahany and her long-time partner Thomas Cadawas, Karin...

Jan 22, 2023

Francis (Frank) Noll, Jr, Age 70 years, died at his home in Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn on January 22, 2023, after suffering with lung cancer for 8 years. He was an avid painter, runner, biker and kayaker. Born February 23, 1952; in Brooklyn NY to Frank Noll Sr. and Mary DePiano, he lived in Windsor Terrace with his wife of...

Jan 19, 2023

Barbara O'Mahoney-Nigro passed away on January 19, 2023.  Beloved wife of Charles. Loving mother of Erin and Brett.  Cherished daughter of Gladys O'Mahoney and the late John O'Mahoney.  Dear sister of John O'Mahoney (Carla), Denis O'Mahoney (Rebecca), and Eileen Hayden (Brian).  Also survived by her cherished stepmother Helen O'Mahoney.  Barbara was also a loving aunt, sister-in-law, and friend.  Barbara...

Jan 19, 2023

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to any charity of your choosing

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Funeral Mass Tuesday (1/24) 9:45 AM @ Saint Anselm R.C. Church

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Jan 16, 2023

Dennis Keogh retired as a NYC Police Sergeant after a forty one year career, during which he was admired for his honesty, bravery and integrity.

Raised in East Flatbush, Brooklyn, Dennis graduated from St. Augustine High School and John Jay College of Criminal Justice.

In his younger days, he was an accomplished baseball pitcher. Later,...