OBITUARY ARCHIVE 2009
| ALLEN, CATHERINE C., Longtime resident of Crestwood, died on Thursday Jan. 22 at the age of 82 after a brief illness. She was predeceased by her husband Frank. Loving Mom of Patricia, Paul, Michael and the late Joan. She was a parishioner at Annunciation Church. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 5 to 8 pm Saturday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial, Annunciation Church, Crestwood, on Monday Jan. 26 at 10 AM |
| Bachmann, Charlotte, Elise; of the Bronx, on July 17, 2009. Wife of the late Emile W. Bachmann. Mother of Barbara and Karen, grandmother of Caroline and Emilia. Arrangements by Fred H. McGrath & Son, 914-337-6770. |
| Barbella, Catherine passed away on December 10, 2009 after a brief illness. She was born October 30, 1917 and was a proud lifelong resident of the Bronx. She was the devoted wife of Theodore Barbella who predeceased her, and the loving mother of Geraldine Dolan, Butch (Jo Anne) Barbella, Peter (Trina Tiffany) Barbella, Cathy (Steven) Petrone. Devoted grandmother of Marc, Michelle, Jeannine, John, David, Matthew, Lisa, Andrew and Gabriella. Great Grandmother of Alexa, Alana, Madeline and LeighAnne. She enjoyed two careers as a seamstress and fulfilled the dream of being a secretary in her senior years working in a local podiatry office until she was 85. She enjoyed cooking wonderful meals for her family, reading, playing games with her grandchildren and shopping in her beloved Belmont section of the Bronx. She will be remembered for her open and kind heart, loving concern and selflessness. We will miss her everyday. May she rest in peace. Visiting hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home between the hours of 2 pm to 4pm and 6pm to 8 pm Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, East 187th Street, in the Bronx on Monday December 14 at 10:45am. |
| BLANK, IRENE J., of Pelham Manor, on May 12, 2009. Wife of the late Thaddeus. Mother of Christine B. Sheahan, Nancy B. Cochrane, Thomas A., Barbara A. Holden, Mary Jane Morgan, Eva Marie Beale, Margaret T. Blank, Timothy C., Theodore, J., Judith B. Allen, Jacqueline M. Messina and the late Terrance J. Blank. Grandmother of 28, great grandmother of 14.
Memorial calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 pm Friday, May 15.
Memorial mass, Our Lady of Perpetual help, Pelham Manor, on Saturday May 16 at 10 am. |
| BOELSEN, HANNAH, (Joan), of Bronxville, NY, passed away on Tuesday March 3, 2009 at Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville. Mrs. Boelsen was born on January 21, 1924 to Terence and Julia Smith. Beloved wife of the late Ralph . Devoted mother of Kathy Martin (Bill), Tom Boelsen (Karen) and Mary Beth DiRenzo (Bobby). Loving grandmother of Katie and Megan Martin, Ryan, Lyndsay and Kyle Boelsen and Matthew and Emily DiRenzo. Loving sister of Mary Frank, Dennis Smith and the late Peter Smith. Visiting hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son, funeral home, Bronxville, Thursday, March 5th 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Friday, March 6 at 10 AM. Interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. |
| BOSCO, CLAIRE A., of Scarsdale on July 30, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Robert Bosco, cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. Calling hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville on Sunday between the hours of 2 to 5 Pm. Mass of Christian burial Our Lady of Fatima Church, Scarsdale on Monday August 3 at 10 AM. |
| Brandon, Janet E., of Bronxville, on Oct. 7, 2009. Beloved wife, of 48 years to Donald E. Brandon, MD. Loving mother of Richard, Leslie and the late Donald, Jr.. Grandmother of Randall, Paul, Barbara, Gaige, Beauregard, Pierson and Tate. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Inc. Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 7 to 9 pm Thursday. Funeral services will be private. |
| BROWN, LONITA (LONNIE), PATT; of Rye, formerly of Bronxville, On Jan. 22, 2009. Wife of the late Gordon Brown and Robert Gregg Patt. Mother of Christy Patt and Gail Patt Buckley. Mother-in-law of Robert Juzek and Brian Buckley. Grandmother of 4, stepmother of Gordon Brown. Memorial Service at the Osbourne Retirement Home, Rye, NY, at 2 pm on Saturday, Jan. 24. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the following organizations; CMARC, the organization providing services to Lonnie’s autistic granddaughter. Please mail to CMARC, 147 New Boston St. Woburn, MA 01801, Att: Bill Yetz or North Country Animal League, 3524 LaPorte Rd. Morrisville, VT 05661. |
Burke, Francis L. a former resident of Scarsdale and parishioner of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church for fifty three years, died on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at Stamford Hospital after a courageous battle to recover from several strokes. He was 83 years old.
Mr. Burke was the son of Helena and Michael Burke. He attended Danbury High School in Danbury, Connecticut and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Connecticut State Teachers College in New Britain, Connecticut.
His wife of forty-six years, Rosemary McCormack Burke died in 2003.
Mr. Burke enjoyed a career as an industrial buyer and worked for many years for Kraft Foods and Textron Lycoming and subsequently for Cigna. After he retired, and was he involved in many parish activities at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church and volunteered at the Board of Elections.
Mr. Burke was loved by his family, his friends and neighbors.
He is survived by his daughter, Christine Cesare, his son Michael Burke, son-in-law, Edward Cesare, daughter-in-law, Kathleen Burke, four grandsons, Michael Burke, Jr., Nicholas Cesare, Matthew Burke and Nolan Burke and many loving nieces and nephews. His sisters, Leona Henry, Helena Burke and Alice Gavell predeceased him.
Visiting hours will be held at McGrath Funeral Home, Bronxville, on Thursday, September 17th from 2pm to 4pm and from 6pm to 9pm. A funeral Mass of the Resurrection will be held on Friday, September 18th at 10:30am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Scarsdale.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers that contributions be made in his memory to Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
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| Byrne, Stella Vaccaro past peacefully at St. Cabrini’s Nursing Home on Friday
morning the 31st of July in the year of Our lord 2009 Leaving her loving family
for a short while to join Her Loving Husband John J. Byrne who past back on the
15th of January 1986. Stella was survived by eleven of her twelve children; with
eldest daughter Lynda awaiting her in the presence of Our Lord.A fruitful Twenty-one
Grandchildren and five Great-Grandchildren also survived her. Stella will be
waked at McGrath’s in Bronxville on Monday. 2-4pm. / 6-9pm. Mass of Christian
Burial will be held at St. Mary’s in Mt. Vernon on Tuesday August 4, 2009 at 10am. |
CANZANO, ROBERT J., of Yonkers, NY on July 22, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Bernice. Loving father of Roberta Canzano Probst. He was an active member of St. Eugene’s Parish. He gained the nickname
“Ballroom Bob” through his love of ballroom dancing. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial St.Eugene’s Church, Yonkers, on Saturday July 25 at 10 am. Interment to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Yonkers. |
| Castro, Florence “Beeba”, of Bronxville, on Dec. 4, 2009. Wife of the late Edward A. Castro, mother of Eileen Lange, Edward J. Castro, Barbara Reiter, Bob Castro, Rick Castro and the late Catherine Drons and Thomas Castro. Grandmother of 13 and great grandmother of 19, sister of Norma MacDonald. Devoted parishioner of St. Joseph’s Church where she worked for over 25 years in the rectory as well as being a former President of the Mother’s Club and a longtime member of The Bronxville League for Service. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to9 pm Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial , St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Monday Dec. 7 at 10 am. |
| COLLINS, PAMELA PEARCE, of Marlboro, NJ formerly of the Bronx on February 14, 2009 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Jim Collins, sister of Gerry and the late Chuck Pearce, sister in law of Peggy Pearce and Elaine Pearce, Jane Quirk, Aunt of Matthew Quirk, Brendan, Christopher and Kate Pearce. She was an employee of the phone company, most recently manager of the Pioneers Charitable Branch of Lucent Technologies. Calling Hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 8 pm Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Wednesday February 18, 2009 at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Pamela’s memory to St. Peters Prep Scholarship Fund, 144 Grand St., Jersey City, NJ 07302. |
| Coombs, James Alfred on July 29, 2009.Beloved Husband of Miriam, Loving Father of James J. (Janet),Doreen (Roy) Miserendino, Barbara (Phil) Lynch. Devoted Grandfather of Kristen, Allison, Jenna, Samantha & Daniel. Also survived by his loving siblings and many nieces, nephews and friends. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Mary’s Church, Mt. Vernon on Monday, August 3 at 10 AM. In Lieu of flowers, Contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Church,23 S. High St.,Mt. Vernon, NY 10550. |
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Joseph Patrick Cotter, a retired New York City Police Lieutenant and longtime Westchester County resident, died of congestive heart failure at his home in Yonkers on Sunday morning, December 27. He will always be remembered for his endearing wit and love of New York City. He was 79 years old. Mr. Cotter was born on March 18, 1930 in the Bronx, New York to Henrietta and Thomas Cotter. He attended New York City public schools and was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1951 during the Korean Conflict. After an Honorable Discharge as a Corporal in the Military Police serving in Germany, he pursued a career in New York City law enforcement following two older brothers. Achieving one of the highest test scores for NYC Patrolman, he entered the Police Department in 1955, progressed over the years to the rank of Lieutenant and retired after 25 years of active service across NYC, including Greenpoint, Parkchester and Harlem. While a policeman, he matriculated at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, where he earned a BA degree. He retired from the NYPD in 1980. He successfully pursued a number of second careers which included security management; he also became a member of the Screen Actors Guild during his brief film career in Hollywood. Joe, also known as “Silk”, was a loving father and grandfather and is survived by his three children, Joseph W. Cotter and his wife Lydia of New York City, William T. Cotter of Jakarta, Indonesia, Dianne L. Ledingham and her husband, Bill, of Wellesley, Massachusetts, and also by his long-time companion, Francine Damsky. He was one of seven children and is also survived by his sister, Ellen Burton, his twin sister Margaret Kold, his ex-wife of 26 years, Diane Cotter Liesching, his five beloved grandchildren: Lauren, Christie and Will Ledingham, Liddy and William Cotter, and eleven nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his four brothers: John, Thomas, Raymond and Robert Cotter. Calling hours will be at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, 20 Cedar Street, Bronxville, NY from 6-9 pm, Wednesday, December 30th. The funeral mass will be at Annunciation Church, 470 Westchester Avenue, Crestwood, NY at 10:00 am Thursday, December 31st. He will be buried at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY, a home run away from Babe Ruth’s gravesite.
Donations may be made in lieu of flowers to NYPD Emerald Society, 97 Fleets Cove Road, Huntington, NY 11743, Attn: Scholarship Committee in Memory of Lieutenant Joseph P. Cotter. |
| Creux, Ilda M. wife of the late Silvio Creux, mother of the late Andre Creux, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2009 at the age of 97. Born in Valpelline, Italy, and a resident of Bronxville for over 40 years, she was the proprietor of Ilda Marie Fashions in Bronxville, an active member of the Bronxville Women’s Club and the Legion of Mary and taught Italian classes at the Lake Isle senior center. She is survived by her grandson, Jason Creux. Calling hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville on Tuesday between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Mass of Christian burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Wednesday July 22 at 11 AM. |
| Cruden, Elizabeth of Yonkers on July 9, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Roy Andrew Cruden. Devoted mother of Barbara E. Nicoletti. Dear grandmother of Joan Nicoletti Connolly (Robert). Great grandmother of Meghan Connolly. Sister of Alexine Wallace and the late Beatrice Broder. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Cruden was born and raised in Mt. Vernon, the daughter of the late George and Harriet Cohn Aaron. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Saturday and Sunday. Service at the Funeral Home on Monday at 10:30 am. Interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hastings. |
John P. Cullen, 52, of Bristol, CT, passed away August 26, 2009, with his loving wife, Kim and daughters, Jamie and Kara, by his side. As anyone who knew John or even had just a brief encounter with him quickly realized, John was larger than life. He was a man of great intellect with an unparalleled work ethic who was undaunted by any challenge, a man with a passion for all that was good in the world and who possessed a clear sense of right and wrong, and a man who valued family beyond measure. John kept us all grounded and made us focus on the truly important things in our lives. He was a man of unlimited generosity who made us better for having known him.
John was born July 30, 1957 to John and Ellen Cullen who raised him in Bronxville, NY with his sisters Nancy, Kathy, Carolyn, Laurie, and Rosemary. John graduated from Fordham Prep in 1975 and Cornell University in 1979. He and Kim lived briefly in Ohio before settling in Connecticut where John established and operated Hoss Valley Restorations, specializing in older home restorations. After the birth of his cherished girls, John turned much of his attention to raising Jamie and Kara, to rebuilding their home of 28 years in Bristol, and to expanding and improving their home and property in the Catskill Mountains in NY. John is survived by his father and sisters, many beloved nieces and nephews, and grand nephew. He will be dearly missed by hundreds of friends and family including so many who live with John's handy work - a constant reminder of a man who gave so much to so many.
Memorial services will be held at Fred H. McGrath & Son in Bronxville, NY on Saturday, August 29, 2009.
In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested the following organizations for donations:
Next summer, there will be a memorial celebration in Durham, NY where John’s worked so hard to make a beautiful spot for family and friends to enjoy. It is there where his ashes will be spread |
| CURRY, JOHN PATRICK, of Mt. Vernon formerly of The Bronx, on May 27, 2009. Beloved husband of Elizabeth. Loving father of Kathleen (Paul) Barba and Christine (John) Tuthill and loving step-grandfather of Marissa Barba. Dear Brother of Thomas Curry and Patricia Spillane. Brother-in-law to Celeste Curry and Joe Spillane cherished uncle and Godfather. He was a proud member of the 7th Regiment National Guard. He was a loyal and Proud Graduate of St. John’s Kingsbridge, Mahattan Prep and Manhattan College. He retired after 27 years as an accountant and office manager from Glencore Limited, Stamford, CT. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son funeral home, between the hours of 5 –8 pm Saturday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Ursula’s Church, Mt Vernon on Monday June 1 at 11 AM. |
| Dempsey, Madeline E. born on December 6, 1930 to Irving and Margaret Welk Bishel. Married John W. Dempsey in 1953, predeceased in 2008. Beloved mother of Barbara Dempsey Spelman, John Dempsey, Robert Dempsey, Richard Dempsey and Douglas Dempsey. Grandmother of 9. Sister of Elsie Bishel Sear. Longtime resident of Bronxville and North Palm Beach. Parishioner of St. Joseph’s. Member of Siwanoy Country Club. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home Bronxville, between the hours of 4 to 6 PM Wednesday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church Bronxville on Thursday December 31st at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to EVAC, 257 Main St. Eastchester, NY 10709. |
 John DiGianni passed away on March 23, 2009 after a brief illness at the age of 86. He was born in the Bronx on August 8, 1922 to Antonio and Luisa DiGianni. A veteran of World War II, John was an accomplished artist and enjoyed a successful career in graphic and package design at Gianninoto Associates in NYC. His many creative contributions to brand imagery/ package design benefited an international range of top-tier marketers and brands—Marlboro, Bacardi, Lipton, 7-11, Irish Mist Liqueur, Lucky Strike and numerous others. Though he thrived in the commercial design arena, his natural artistic flair stemmed from his innate talent as a fine artist. The distinctive architectures of his designs endure. John was a “man’s man,”[a sterling member of America’s greatest generation], always concerned and devoted to his family and above all to his cherished wife Phyllis whom he leaves behind after 62 years of marriage. He also leaves behind his loving children, John A. Di Gianni and Carrie & Tom La Sala, grandchildren, Thomas, Erica and Adam and his sister Lydia Sclafani. He is predeceased by his brother Michael Di Gianni and sister Prudence Valvo. A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date, with the time and place to be announced. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. |
| DIRE, MARIA THELMA, of Eastchester on March 13, 2009. Wife of the late Leonard DiRe, MD, mother of Joseph Leonard and Rosellen, grandmother of Alex, Matthew, and Catie. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 6-9 PM Monday. Mass of Christian burial Immaculate Conception Church, Tuckahoe, on Tuesday March 17, at 9:30 AM. |
Dominguez, Charles E.; of Bronxville, on Aug. 31, 2009. Husband of Mary, father of Janis and the late Ronald. Grandfather of Michael, Brian, Sara and Christine. Father-in-law of Michael and Kathleen.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his memory to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101, 1-800-822-6344, please include Tribute # 24385683 when making donation to The Alzheime's Association, 785 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains, NY 10606 (914)428-1919 |
| DONATO, JOHN A.; of Bronxville on May 19, 2009. Beloved husband of Kate, cherished father of Alicia, loving son of Helga and the late John Donato, brother of Diana Williams and Ralph Donato, uncle of Rick, Nick, and Rob. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home between the hours of 7 to 9PM Thursday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Friday. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Eugene’s Church, Yonkers on Saturday May 23 at 10:30AM. |
| DRAKE, WILLIAM, “Billy” formerly of Crestwood, NY passed away on May 22, 2009 after a long illness. He was 63. Billy attended Annunciation Grammar School in Crestwood and Roosevelt High School in Yonkers. He worked as a cook for many years in various restaurants throughout Westchester County . He was a good-natured soul who loved sports and was blessed with a terrific sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by his countless friends. He was predeceased by his parents; Patricia and Nicholas. Billy is survived by his brother and sister-in-law Mike and Sharon Drake of Manhattan, NY and his brother Richard of Tarrytown, NY . He leaves behind two nieces and three nephews as well as his former wife Mae Imperato. Calling hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville on Tuesday between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Mass of Christian burial Annunciation Church , Crestwood , NY on Wednesday May 27 at 11 AM. |
| Falvey, Patrick J.,82, died on 23rd of December.Former General Council and First Deputy Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York New Jersey. Wake at McGrath Funeral Home in Bronxville on December 27th 2-4 and 6-8pm. Funeral on December 28th St. Barnabas Church in the Bronx at 10:45. Mr. Falvey is survived by his wife of 47 years, Eileen Falvey and son Patrick JF |
| FITZPATRICK, MARGARET, (nee Smith), passed away on Feb. 24, 2009 in her 90th year. Born in Carraroe, Williamstown, Co. Galway, Ireland. Beloved wife of the late Patrick Fitzpatrick. Beloved mother of Mary O’Halloran (Stephen) and John Fitzpatrick. Loving grandmother of Terrance O’Halloran and Jennifer O’Halloran. Dear sister of Kathleen Ryan of Co. Galway, Ireland and James Smyth of Co. Galway, Ireland. Predeceased by her parents Thomas and Margaret (nee McDermott) Smyth and by her siblings Patrick, John, Della O’Reilly, Martin, Mary, Thomas and Sarah Badders. Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial Sts. Peter & Paul Church, Fleetwood, on Saturday, Feb. 28 at 10 AM. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be sent to the Alzheimers Association of Westchester or The American Heart Association. |
| Flanagan, Margaret, of Tuckahoe, on Oct. 20, 2009. Beloved wife of Peter J. Flanagan. Loving mother of John (Margaret) and Brian (Peggy), Sister of 13. A longtime Parishioner of Immaculate Conception Church and Member of Coveleigh Club, Rye, NY. Calling at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial Immaculate Conception Church, Tuckahoe, on Saturday Oct. 24 at 9:30 am. Donations welcome at ALSA.ORG |
| Fulton, Eugene Ralph, Jr., of Crestwood, passed away on Sept. 17, 2009. Mr. Fulton was born on April 1, 1919 in the Bronx and moved to Crestwood where he resided for 56 years. He is survived by his beloved Dorothy, his wife of 63 years. He was the devoted father of Eugene R. III (Kathy), Dennis (Jane), Maureen (James Liggio) and Kevin (Suzanne) and loving grandfather of Amy Eades, Timothy, Colleen Denema, Gregory, Kevin Jr., Annie and Brian. He was proud to be a great-grandfather to Gabriella and Madeline Eades, the latter of whom was born on his 90th birthday. His brother Charles predeceased him in 1980. He received an honorable discharge from the US Navy in October 1945 after serving five years aboard a destroyer during WWII. He was Vice President of the Coughlin Group, Inc. in Larchmont, NY, where he continued to work until age 85. For 45 years he was a Westchester County, NY State and USA track and field official. He was also one of the founding fathers of the Westchester County Track and Field Officials Assoc. His love of track and field was passed on to his sons and grandchildren. He was active in many local community groups including the Westchester Putnam Council Boy Scouts of America, the American Legion, and the Larchmont Rotary. A dedicated communicant and supporter of the Church of the Annunciation, he found great comfort in his faith. His loquacious nature was his trademark and he loved to be around people. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends and colleagues. Friends may call at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, 20 Cedar St. Bronxville, NY on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday Sept. 21 at 11 am at Church of the Annunciation, 470 Westchester Ave., Crestwood, NY. Interment will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY. In Lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Blinded Veterans Assoc., 477 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 or Saint Jude Shrine, 512 W. Saratoga St., Baltimore, MD 21201. |
| PETER P. GALLOWAY, Sr., 66 of Mount Vernon died at Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville after a short illness. His children Molly, Peter and John were at his side. Peter was born on August 31, 1941 in New York City to The Honorable John H. and Mary Philips Galloway. Peter attended high school at Archbishop Stepinac in White Plains, and is a graduate of Le Moyne College in Syracuse, New York and Fordham University Law School. Prior to his retirement, Peter was an insurance inspector for ISO. Earlier in his life, he had practiced law in a private practice in Westchester County. Peter was a past member of the Larchmont Yacht Club where he served as the Commodore. He also served as the president of the father’s association at both Good Counsel Academy and Iona Preparatory School. Peter loved watching sporting events, particularly his beloved New York teams. Peter was predeceased by his parents. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Molly and Tim Hegeman of Cary, NC, his son Peter of New York City, and his son and daughter-in-law John and Christy of Washington, D.C., five grandchildren, and his former wife Denise Galloway of Cary, NC. He also leaves two brothers, John of Scarsdale, NY and David of Rochester, NY, a nephew, nieces, cousins and many friends. Calling hours at Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, NY on Thursday April 3 at 9:45 am. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Palliative Care Service at Lawrence Hospital. |
| GILLIGAN, GEORGE F., Jr. of Hallendale, Fl, formerly of the Bronx on April 5, 2009. Husband of the late Geraldine, father of Barbara Koppel, Judith Fruiterman, grandfather of Donald Jr, Kimberly, Brian, Shannon, Christopher and Meredith. Great grandfather of 8. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 PM Wednesday. Blessing Annunciation Church, Crestwood, on Thursday April 9 at 10 AM. |
| GIUFFRIDA, VIRGINIA CORRIGAN, age 93, of Westchester County, NY and Hilton Head Island, SC, died on April 28, 2009. Daughter of the late Alice Desmond and Arthur Corrigan. Beloved wife of the late Sylvester J. Giuffrida. Loving mother of Kathleen, Virginia Niemann, Geri Flanagan, Clare, Elizabeth and Stephen. Mother-in-law of Bernard Flanagan, Denise Giuffrida and the late Eric Niemann. Adored grandmother of Mark and Paul Niemann, Caitlin McNally, Luca Giuffrida and great-grandmother of Allison Niemann. Sister-in-law of Gloria J. Giuffrida and the late Clara Giuffrida. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, 20 Cedar St., Bronxville, NY between the hours of 4 to 8 pm Friday, May 1. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, NY, on Saturday May 2 at 10 am. Interment at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY. |
| Grant, Corinne Marie; a lifelong resident of Tuckahoe, on Dec. 21, 2009. Wife of the late Frank Grant, mother of Robert (Virginia), Monica (Jeffrey) Cohen and Paul (Jennifer). Grandmother of 4 and great grandmother of 2. sister of Frank Visci and the late Tom Visci. She had been a secretary at the Tuckahoe High School and then at Nestle. She was a lifelong parishioner of Immaculate Conception Church. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 4 to 8 pm Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial at Immaculate Conception Church, Tuckahoe on Wednesday Dec. 23 at 10:30 am. |
| GRAY, Rockhill, 89, died peacefully at Lawrence Hospital on October 14, 2009 after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette T. Gray of Bronxville, NY; children James B. Gray of Mt. Vernon NY, William M. Todd III of Cambridge MA, Ellen Wiley Todd of Washington DC, Sarah E. Todd of Los Angeles CA; three grand-daughters and one great-granddaughter. A 1949 graduate of The University of Cincinnati School of Law, he practiced law at Bosworth, Gray and Fuller and was elected to seven 4-year terms as Eastchester Town Justice. A vestryman and senior usher at Christ Church, Bronxville; member of Rotary Club and Meals on Wheels volunteer. His family appreciates donations to Christ Church or Gramatan Village. Service at 3:15pm on Saturday 10/17/09 at St. Joseph Church, Bronxville. He will be sorely missed...tally-ho! |
| Harten, Kathleen of Bronxville, formerly of the Bronx on October 22, 2009. Wife of the late Thomas Harten. Mother of Patricia (Dudley) Schleipman, Tom (Wendy), Maureen, Joe (Kathy) and John (Anne). Grandmother of Christine, Jonathan (Sabrina), Peter, Karin, Carolyn (John), Matt, Tara, Thomas, Stephen and Michael. Great Grandmother of Alex, Adriana, Jayson and Donovon. She was an active member of both St. Philip Neri Church, Bronx and St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church Bronxville on Saturday October 24th at 10 am. |
 James, Ellen Mary Lyons, 43 years old, on April 22, 2009. Beloved wife of E. Daniel James. Devoted and loving mother of Rosalie, Matthew and Dylan. Daughter of J. David and Georgine Lyons. Sister of Patrick, Mark and Kelly. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 5 to 8 pm Friday, April 24th. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Saturday, April 25 at 3:00 pm. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Adirondack Mountain Club, www.adk.org |
| JOYCE, ANGELA GAVIN (nee McDonnell), of Bronxville, Native of Blackfort Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland, on March 11, 2009. Beloved wife of John Joyce. Loving mother of Pauline (Bill) Mitchell, Joan (Harry) Garrison, Brendan (Susan) Gavin and the late Colum Gavin. Devoted grandmother of Erik, Ian, Kayla, Caitlin, Sean, Laura and Angela. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville, Between the hours of 7 to 9 pm Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Saturday March 14 at 10 am. |
| Joyce – Patrick, Jr., Firefighter with the Yonkers Fire Department, Rescue 1, born in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, NY, was a resident of Eastchester, NY, heroically gave his life in the line of duty on October 2, 2009. Patrick is survived by his wife Tara, daughters Isabella (7) and Charlotte (6), his parents Patrick and Kathleen, son in-law of Michael and the late Mary Maguire, dear brother of Martin, Deborah, Peter (twin), Julianne and Katie, beloved brother in-law of Michael, Theresa and Heather, adored uncle to Regan, Shamus, Kayla, Abby, Gavin, Avery, Petie, Lily, Joseph, Jack, Matthew, William, Chris, Mary, Luke, Ashley, Michael, Caitlin and Sean. Visiting Sunday 2pm – 6pm and Monday 2pm – 4pm and 7pm – 9pm at McGrath & Son, Inc. Funeral Home, 20 Cedar St., Bronxville, NY, 10708, Mass of Christian burial Tuesday 9:45am at St. Margaret of Cortona, 6000 Riverdale Ave., Bronx, NY 10471. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Ronald McDonald House. |
| KELLY, ELIZABETH, LILLIAN, (Leonard), of Bronxville, on Jan 9, 2009. wife of the late Joseph J. Kelly. Mother of Kevin and Joann. Grandmother of Erin. Mrs. Kelly was former chairperson of the Bronxville Republican Village Committee. She was also the leader of the 22nd district of the Town of Eastchester. Mrs. Kelly was a longtime parishioner of the St. Joseph’s Church. She received her nursing degree in Dublin, Ireland. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 1 to 4 pm Monday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church on Tuesday Jan. 13 at 10 am. Interment Holy Mt. Cemetery. |
| LEVAY, PATRICIA MINTZ(nee Pomboy), of the Bronx, on March 11, 2009. Wife of Edward LeVay. Mother of Peter (Etta Eskridge) Mintz. Grandmother of Alexander and sister of Richard. After graduating from Barnard and Teachers College of Columbia, Patricia became a teacher and administrator for North Shore School District, Byram Hills and Fieldston. She was an avid hiker, pianist, artist and spent her later years devoted to her family and grandson. Funeral service at Christ Church, Bronxville on Saturday March 14 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 1311 Mamaroneck Ave. White Plains, NY 10605 |
| LYNCH, JAMES V., of Yonkers, on March 16, 2009. Husband of the late Rosemary. Father of James Jr., Kathleen, Christine, Ann, John and Philip. Father-in-law of Dennis, Joseph, Lynn and Barbara. Grandfather of 10, great grandfather of 2. Calling hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son, Inc. Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Wednesday. Service at the funeral home on Thursday, March 19 at 10:30 am. |
| Lynn, Margaret E. “Peggy”, formerly of Bronxville and Mamaroneck, on Oct. 12, 2009. Wife of the late Patrick M. Lynn. Mother of Meg (Richard) Jones, of Greenwich, CT. Grandmother of Katelynn, Shannon and Slater. Sister of the late James, Jack, Myles, Billy and Tom Maher. Before retiring to raise her family she was a telephone operator for New York Telephone for 20 years. She was also a longtime parishioner of the Holy Trinity Church of Mamaroneck. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 5 pm Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Monday Oct. 19 at 10 am. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Christopher’s Inn at Graymoor, NY 10524. |
| MALLON, EDWARD J., of Scarsdale, on Feb. 18, 2009. Husband of Joan, brother of George, Robert and James. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph's Church, Bronxville, on Monday Feb. 23 at 10AM. |
| Macerata, Mary. Of Bronxville on July 29, 2009. Wife of the late Sergio Macerata, mother of Richard and Margaret, grandmother of James and Christopher Gnall, great grandmother of 5. She was a devoted member of the West Center Church. All her friends and family will miss her. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 PM Friday. Funeral service will be held at the West Center Congregational Church, Bronxville, on Saturday August 1, at 10 AM. |
| MARINELLI, RUDOLPH M., of Mt. Vernon formerly of the Bronx on March 29, 2009. Husband of Cynthia Rouff. Father of Francesca Conroy, Antonio and Christopher. Grandfather of Sophia Rose. Brother of Lawrence and the late Johnny. Calling hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church Bronxville on Wednesday April 1, at 10 AM. . |
| MARTIN, BRIAN K., of Bronxville, on May 6, 2009. Beloved son of Susan and the late Frank J. Martin. Dear brother of Frank and John. Nephew of many aunts and uncles. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Saturday and Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Monday, May 11 at 10 am. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Fordham University, Bronx, NY, in Brian’s memory. |
| Marzziotti, Gilda, of Eastchester on Aug. 27, 2009 Beloved wife of Dr. Robert J. Marzziotti. Loving mother of Robert P. Marzziotti and Alida Goodman. Adoring grandmother of Mark, Morgan, Jillian and Jackson.. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 9 to 10:30 am Saturday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Saturday Aug. 29 at 11 am. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made, in her memory, to Cancer Research Foundation, Att: Mary Meyer, 183 Main St., South Salem, NY 10590 or The Blythedale Children’s Hospital. |
| MCLANE, JEANETTE, (Nee Cullen), of Ocean Pines, MD, formerly of New Rochelle. Devoted wife of Donald McLane Sr., Loving mother of Donald McLane Jr. and his wife Ellen, Marianne Miceli and her husband Michael, Jeannette Hanlon, Nancy Kinnally and her husband Don, Robert McLane and his wife Joanne, Tom McLane and his wife Ann, Tim McLane and his wife Susan, Edward McLane and his wife Ellen and Peggy Salandra and her husband Robert. Adoring grandmother of 23 and Great grandmother of 8. Sister of the late Ann Conroy and Charles Cullen. Mrs. McLane was a longtime Parishioner of Holy Family Church where she served as tuition bursar for their school. She was also a member of the Ladies Guild and served as a Eucharistic Minister. She was a longtime member of the Larchmont Shore Club. Jeannette was a loving and caring person not only to her family but to all who knew her, and her legacy of love will continue on through them. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 6 to 8pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial Holy Family Church, New Rochelle, on Saturday Jan. 10 at 9:30 AM. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to your local Alzheimer’s association Chapter. |
| McGloin, Mary A. of Bronxville on June 28, 2009. Wife of Hugh, mother of Hugh and Alisann. Grandmother of Michael, Caroline, Meagan, Kathryn, Kevin and Anna Cristina. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 PM Wednesday and Thursday.. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Friday, July 3 at 10AM |
| Michaels, Josephine Menniti of Bronxville, NY on September 21, 2009 at Calvary Hospital, Bronx, NY. Wife of the late Richard Joseph Michaels. Beloved mother of Lynda Hurley Gleason (William) of Yonkers and Susan Michaels Maiolo (Frank Anthony) of Ardsley. Grandmother of Michael and Lauren Maiolo, Richard, Daniel and Christine Hurley and Mackenzie Gleason. Sister of Antoniette, Rose, Nancy, Tony, John, Angelo and the late Philip and Frances. Aunt of 22 nieces and nephews. Also mother-in law of the late Timothy G. Hurley. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Wednesday. Mass of Christian burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Thursday, September 24 at 10AM. |
| MINTZ LEVAY, PATRICIA (nee Pomboy), of the Bronx, on March 11, 2009. Wife of Edward LeVay. Mother of Peter (Etta Eskridge) Mintz. Grandmother of Alexander and sister of Richard. After graduating from Barnard and Teachers College of Columbia, Patricia became a teacher and administrator for North Shore School District, Byram Hills and Fieldston. She was an avid hiker, pianist, artist and spent her later years devoted to her family and grandson. Funeral service at Christ Church, Bronxville on Saturday March 14 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 1311 Mamaroneck Ave. White Plains, NY 10605 |
| MIRENDA, JOSEPHINE, of Scarsdale, on May 5, 2009. Wife of the late Frank. Mother of Marie Ann Carlisto (Joseph) and Francine Jeffries. Grandmother of 6 grandsons and great grandmother of 10. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 PM Thursday. Mass of Christian burial Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Scarsdale, on Friday May 8 at 11AM. |
| MONCALIERI, ISABEL R.; a lifelong local and Yonkers resident died on June 1, 2009 at the age of 91. She was born on March 1, 1918 in Bronxville to Libratore and Marie Pastore Rich. One of seven children, her parents were clothing designers. Mrs. Moncalieri was a graduate of Tuckahoe High School, class of 1935 and finished at the top of her class. Although, granted a partial scholarship to the College of New Rochelle, the economic times precluded this. She decided to attend business school in Manhattan for two years, and went to work for a group that included a lawyer, a writer and a photographer to the celebrities of that era. Subsequently, she decided against being a commuter, when the Burroughs Wellcome Company in Tuckahoe had the first opening for a women in seven years. Her work consisted primarily of filling narcotic orders for physicians and assisting the industrial psychologist in his work on efficiency data. Mrs. Moncalieri interest in the arts extended to playing the violin for 12 years, were she rose to first chair and concert master and occasionally, conductor. She was also skilled in all types of dance, starting with classical ballet at an early age, graduating to toe shoes at age 6. Her range extended to tap, ballroom, Latin, jive and interpretive forms such as the Isadora Duncan style and jazz. She continued doing recitals and appearing in company shows until the age of 25. Mrs. Moncalieri was married on August 8, 1943 to Albert C. Moncalieri of Yonkers at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Mt. Vernon. He was a chemist at Burroughs Wellcome and later a businessman. Albert died in 2003. Some years later they moved to their home in Yonkers with their children. Isabel enjoyed being a homemaker. She was an accomplished baker, and cook of French, Northern Italian and American Cuisine, and enjoyed to entertain. Isabel had a sense of style which included many dresses of her own creation. As a tutor she saw to the pre-school learning of her children, providing them with skills that were far beyond the first grade level. She provided the basis for lifelong learning, and the love of reading. Isabel Moncalieri is survived by her children, Allan, of Yonkers and Sheryl (William) Walker, of North Salem, two grandchildren, Suzanne Walker (Paul) Rochford, of Brewster and Rita Walker,of Jersey City, NJ, and a great grandchild Kaylee Rochford. She is also survived by a sister Clorinda Nardi, of Cortlandt Manor. Brothers: William, Ralph, Michael, Frank and James died earlier. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 4–8 pm Sunday. With a final viewing 9 to 10:30 am Monday. Mass of Christian Burial Annunciation Church, Crestwood on Monday June 9 at 11 am. Interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, White Plains, NY. |
| Morrison, Daniel W. Jr., a longtime Yonkers resident, died peacefully at White Plains Hospital on July 4, 2009, surrounded by his four children, his brother, and his sister-in-law. Daniel worked in the Westchester County Dept. of Planning, and previously at Union Carbide as a real estate controller. Daniel was born on May 23, 1926 in New York City to Daniel and Mildred Morrison. After attending Roosevelt High School, Daniel entered Bowdoin College in Maine, where he majored in economics and played varsity football, basketball, and baseball. He also received an M.B.A. from New York University. After graduating, he served with the U.S. Army in the Korean War. On June 22, 1957, Daniel married Kathleen Winkle at the Church of St. Thomas Moore in Manhattan. They raised four children together, and became active parishioners in the Church of the Annunciation in Crestwood, N.Y. Daniel will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his selflessness, his joy and laughter, and his love of life. He is survived by his sons, Daniel Morrison of Westport, Connecticut, Matthew Morrison of Alexandria, Virginia, and Neil Morrison of Westfield New Jersey, his daughter Patricia Morrison of Westbury, New York, his brother, Robert, of Brunswick, Maine, and their families. Calling hours are on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., and from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Fred H. McGrath & Sons, Inc. 20 Cedar St., Bronxville, NY 10708 (914-3376770). A Christian Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at 10 a.m. at the Church of the Annunciation in Crestwood, NY (914-779-7345). Internment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Valhalla, NY. Friends may send memorial donations to the American Cancer Society, 2 Lyon Place, White Plains, NY 10601 (914)-949-4800. |
NISTA, GLADYS E. of Bronxville, NY peacefully passed away on March 11, 2009. Gladys was born and raised in Mount Vernon and graduated from Mt. Vernon High School. She married the late Joseph J. Nista Sr., who was a prominent lawyer and also served as Judge for the Village of Tuckahoe. Gladys worked as a legal secretary and was a committed and hard working homemaker. After the passing of her husband, Gladys served as matriarch over an ever growing family, welcoming and inspiring seven grandchildren and nine (and counting) great grandchildren.
Gladys was an inspiration to her children Grace DiBattista (Anthony), John Nista (Elizabeth), Joseph Nista (Carol) and Howard Nista (Melody).
Gladys’ spirit encouraged her grandchildren Carolyn, Anthony, Joe, Ann Marie, Larry, Jim and Cathy and their spouses.
To her nine great grandchildren Gladys was affectionately known as “Granny”. Ryan, Marissa, Mickey, Kerianne, Caity, Danielle, Michelle, Amelia, and Leila all loved their Granny more than anything.
Visitation will be at McGrath Funeral Home in Bronxville, NY on Friday March 13th from 2 - 5 pm and 7 - 9 pm. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, March 14th, 10:30 am at Immaculate Conception Church in Tuckahoe. Burial immediately following at Holy Mount Cemetery in Eastchester, NY.
In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in Gladys’ name to Eastchester Golden Years c/o St. Luke’s Church, Stewart Place Eastchester NY, 10709. |
| OFFNER, AVERY GRACE; of Bronxville on January 11, 2009 at the age of 2. Cherished daughter of Gary and Kathleen Offner. Loving sister of Grant. Adored grand daughter of John and Anne Moore and Eric Offner and Barbara Shotton. Avery is our Angel, she loved to sing and dance and adored her big brother. Funeral services will be held at The Reformed Church of Bronxville on Thursday January 15 at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Avery’s memory to: The Little Sisters of the Assumption at: Development Office, LSA Family Health Service, 333 E. 115th St., NY, NY 10029. |
| O’KEEFE, DANIEL J., of Riverdale, on May 5, 2009. Father of Thomas. Son of the late Ada and Thomas. Brother of Tom, Joani, Jimmy and Katie. Uncle of Ryan and Megan. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 4 to 8 pm Friday. Mass of Christian burial Sts. Peter & Paul Church, Fleetwood, on Saturday May 9 at 10 am. |
| PASCALE, ANN GOODWIN; of Bronxville, on July 2, 2009. Wife of Mark. Mother of Margaret. Daughter of Margaret and the late Joseph Goodwin. Sister of Mary Ellen, Peter and Billy. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Monday, July 6 at 10 AM. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Jansen Hospice, Tuckahoe, NY 10707. |
| PERRY, CHRISTOPHER M.; an Industrial Architect of Mt. Vernon on January 29, 2009, at the age of 44. Son of Patricia and the late Thomas Perry, brother of Katherine Perry, Patricia Canale and Geraldine Perry. Calling hours at Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home on Sunday February 1, between the hours of 11AM to 2 PM. |
| PORCELL, OTILLIA of Yonkers on Feb 21, 2009. Wife of the late Michael Camparato M.D. and the late Joseph Porcell Esq. Aunt of Carmela, Frank Cancellieri. Beloved stepmother of Claire Peddy, George Porcell, and Judy Prendevost. Graduate of Mt. St. Vincent 1933 and a long time teacher at Roosevelt High School. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 5-8 PM Monday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Tuesday Feb 24 at 11AM. |
| PROCARIO PETER M. MD of Ossining, formerly of Bronxville on Dec. 20, 2009. Husband of Anne Marie Procario. Son of Yolanda and the late Angelo. Father of Kathleen Procario (Steve) Hall, stepfather of Danielle and Katie Paccione. He served the community of Bronxville and Lawrence Hospital for over 30 years as a surgeon and Chief of Staff. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Wednesday, Dec. 23 at 10 am. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made, in his memory, to Lawrence Hospital Center General Fund, 55 Palmer Ave. Bronxville, NY 10708. |
| QUINN, RT. REV. MSGR., JOHN J., on Sept. 24, 2009, ordained on May 1, 1943, at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Son of the late Michael and Catherine Quinn. Brother of the late Margaret Goonan, Mary Quinn and Kathleen Prylucki. Uncle of 7 nieces and nephews, great uncle of 15 and great great uncle of 5. He served as pastoral assistant at St. Mary’s, Wappingers Falls, St. Peter’s, Poughkeepsie, St. Theresa’s, Staten Island, St. John The Evangelist, Manhattan, St. Thomas More, Manhattan, on the Faculty at University of Notre Dame, the College of New Rochelle, and the College of Mt. St. Mary's, in residence at St. John’s College, Collegeville, MN and Holy Family Church in New Rochelle, and was Scholar in Residence at St. Joseph’s Seminary at Dunwoodie. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 3 to 7 pm Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial, Holy Family Church, Rochelle, on Monday, Sept. 28 at 10 am. Interment at St. Raymond’s Cemetery. “I cannot offer to the Lord sacrifices that cost me nothing” 2 Samuel 24:2. |
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REYNOLDS, ANN, M. (nee McDermott) of Bronxville, peacefully on July 17, 2009. Beloved wife of Patrick Devere Reynolds. Loving mother of Laurie Flanagan (Sean), Peter Reynolds and Doreen Meyer (Jeff). Cherished grandmother of Liam, Brendan, Katherine, Lauren, Caitlin, Michael and William. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home Bronxville, between the hours of 4 to 7 pm Sunday and 3 to 5 and 7 to 9pm Monday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church Bronxville on Tuesday July 21 at 10am. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. |
| RIORDAN, ANNA (nee Rowan), on May 27th, 2009. Anna M. Riordan left this earth on her journey to Heaven at the Golden age of 91. A native New Yorker, she was the devoted wife of the late Timothy Riordan, a renowned tavern proprietor in New York City. Beloved mother of Maryann Doersam, Timothy Riordan, the deceased Garry Riordan, Gretta Gallas and Sean Riordan. Anna was the adored grandmother of Gretta Ann, Desiree, Alanna, Garry P., Timothy Joseph, Jacqueline, Erin and Timothy M. Riordan. She is also survived by brother, Peter Rowan and many nieces and nephews. Reposing, Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, 20 Cedar St, Bronxville, NY, 914-337-6770. Mass of Christian Burial , Saturday, 11:00 am at St. Joseph’s Church, in Bronxville. Interment, Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Valhalla, NY |
| ROSA, JOYCE D., of Bronxville, NY, on Dec. 22, 2009 at the age of 87. Beloved wife and best friend of Ercole for 62 years. Cherished mother of Stephen (Rachel), Karen (Jim King), and Luke; sister of Fay Beland; and grandmother of Thea, Lily, Claudia, and Angela. Professor Emerita, CW Post College. Artist, poet, and shining light. A memorial service will be held in the spring. |
RUSSELL, MATHEW W. of Mt. Kisco, formerly of Crestwood on February 17, 2009 at the age of 42 after a long illness. Son of Robert and the late Joann Russell. Brother of Bobby, David and Alison. Uncle of Liam, Thomas (T.J.), Mairead and Kyle. Matthew graduated from Archbishop Stepinac H.S. as School President in 1984 and attended Westchester Community College and SUNY Albany where he was a member of Pi Lambda Phi fraternity. He then worked for MCI for a few years. He was an avid sports fan, but was especially a fan of the Jets, Giants and Yankees.
Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Friday February 20, 2009. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Phelps Hospice at Bethel 17-19 Naragansett Ave., Ossining, NY 10562 . |
| RYAN, DIANE DUGGAN; of Yonkers on March 26, 2009. Wife of the late John P. Ryan, mother of Theresa A. Ryan, CPA of Yonkers and Mary Diane Ryan-Platoni, Esq., of Bronxville, mother in law of Michael Platoni, sister of the late Jean Creighton Meszaros, aunt of Richard Meszaros and Peg Falasca, also surviving are 6 nephews and nieces. Mrs. Ryan was a teacher in the NYC School System in the Bronx for 35 years. She was a girl scout leader and a graduate of St. Barnabas High School and Hunter College with a Masters degree in Education. Calling hours at Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 1 to 5 PM Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Monday March 30 at 10AM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. |
Salvati, Umberto; of Yorktown Heights, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Hudson Valley Hospital. He was born June 4, 1920 in Mt. Vernon, NY to James Salvati and Micheline Russo. A printer by trade, Bert worked primarily as a line-o-type operator for several newspapers, magazines, and other publications. He lived in Crestwood, NY for 35 years before moving to Brewster, then to Yorktown Heights for the past 16 months. During WWII, he served with the 751st Field Artillery Battalion in the European Theater, also with the 1st, 3rd, 7th and 9th armies, and received the Bronze Star among other service honors. Bert was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Jane, and his brother Rudy. He is survived by children Robert, Michael, Patricia and Paul, 11 grand and 2 great grandchildren, and sisters Anne, Agnes and Rose. Visitation will be held at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Inc. in Bronxville, NY on Sunday, July 12 from 2 to 4 and 7-9 pm. Mass will be celebrated at Church of the Annunciation in Crestwood, NY on Monday, July 13 at 10 am. In lieu of flowers, please submit contributions at
www.vfwfoundation.org. |
| SANTARIELLO, MARY of Eastchester, formerly of Yonkers on January 23, 2009. Wife of the late Charles Santariello, loving mother of Carol (Mike) Epple of Hartsdale, NY, Jean (Edward) Seminara of Greenwhich, CT, and Robert (Jennie) Santariello of New Rochelle, NY. Devoted Grandmother of Christopher (Michele) Epple, Cheryl (Wayne) Epple, Allison Seminara, Christine Santariello and Robert Santariello Jr, Great grandmother of Jake Epple, sister of Joseph Lattanzi and the late Anna, aunt to many nieces and nephews. Mary was much loved and deeply respected by all who knew her. She was a dedicated mother and grandmother, and put the needs of others before her own. She will be sorely missed by all but will remain in our hearts forever. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 PM Monday. Mass of Christian Burial at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Scarsdale, on Tuesday January 27, at 10AM. |
| SCHIRRIPA, CARMELA of Yonkers on June 7, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Francesco G. Schirripa, MD. Loving mother of Antonella Castanaro, John Schirripa, MD and George Schirripa, MD. Devoted Grandmother of 5. Sister of Josephine Calauti and aunt of many nieces and nephews. She was a graduate of the University of Connecticut, Class of 1951 and then became an English Teacher at the Berlitz School in Rome, Italy. She married Francesco on August 18, 1951. She will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home Bronxville between the hours of 7 to 9 pm Monday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial Annunciation Church, Crestwood on Wednesday June 10 at 11am. |
SEARLES, ARTHUR LANGLEY (Lee) died May 7, 2009, in Bronxville, N.Y. He was born on August 8, 1920 in Nashua, New Hampshire, to Georgine (Stemmermann) and Arthur Langley Searles Sr., of Milford, New Hampshire. He lived in Milford until his graduation from high school in 1938. He was graduated from New York University with his Bachelor’s of Science degree in 1942, and his Ph.D. in Chemistry in 1946. While at NYU, he won the 1941 award for Best Presenter of a Scientific Lecture from the Draper Chemical Society. He taught chemistry at NYU before becoming a Professor of Chemistry at the College of Mount Saint Vincent and Manhattan College, where he taught for 30 years. In 1977 he won the Bene Merente Medal for Outstanding Teaching at the College of Mount Saint Vincent.
While at NYU he began publishing a science fiction periodical, Fantasy Commentator, which he continued to publish until 2007. The magazine gathered a loyal following in the science fiction community, and he was named the Fantasy Amateur Press Association’s Editor of the Year six times, and won an award from C.W. Post College. In addition to his role as editor, he wrote both poetry and prose under his own name and the pen name of Lee Becker. |
| SIEGFRIED, FLORENCE E, of Mt Vernon, NY died Monday, February 16, 2009, she was 89 years old. She was 89. Mrs. Siegfried was predeceased by her husband Charles P. Siegfried in 1991. She is survived by her 2 children, son Paul D. Siegfried and his wife Lee Ann and daughter, Tracey E. Peterkin. Grandchildren Suzanne Terracciano and her husband Edward, Paul D Siegfried Jr, Matthew C Siegfried, and Christopher H Siegfried. Great grandchildren, Edward and James Terracciano. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Wednesday. Mass of Christian Burial St’s Peter & Paul Church, Fleetwood, on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 10 am. |
| SMITH, WILLIAM B. Rt. Rev. Msgr, STD; of Yonkers on January 24, 2009. Ordained May 28, 1966 from St. Joseph’s Seminary. Son of the late George F. and Helen O’Connell Smith, Brother of the late James T. and George M. Smith, Uncle to James T. Smith, Jr. and George F.X. Smith, brother in law of Anita G. Smith and Betty Smith. Graduated from Xavier H.S. and Cathedral College. Msgr. Served as a Professor fo Moral Theology at St. Joseph’s Seminary since 1971. He also served on the Board of Ethics of St. Vincent’s Hospital; Board of Trustees of Calvary Hospital; was the Chaplain to Missionaries of Charities in the South Bronx; was a member of the Fellowship of Catholic Scholars (President 1981-1983); celebrated Sunday Mass at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Scarsdale for many years. Calling Hours are between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Monday and 2 to 4 PM Tuesday at St. Joseph's Seminary. Mass of The High Priest 7:30 PM Tuesday at St. Joseph's Seminary. Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday January 28 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Scarsdale at 10AM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Seminary or Calvary Hospital. |
| SPADARO, WINIFRED, (DIXIE), of Bronxville, on Feb. 20, 2009. Wife of Ben. Mother of Donald R. of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Sunday. Service at the funeral home on Monday, Feb. 23 at 10 AM. Entombment at Ferncliff Cemetery. |
| STAUNTON, MARGARET M.; on November 30, 2009, of Rye, New York, formerly of Eastchester. She was born in New York City to George J. Cuddy and Sarah Conlon on November 9, 1921. Devoted wife of the late Edward M. Staunton, beloved mother of Barbara Mahoney of Greenwich, Ct., Edward (Joanne)of Potomac, Md. and Jane of Bronxville, NY. Cherished grandmother of Michael Mahoney, Erin Cassin, Sarah Staunton and Christopher Staunton and great grandmother of Lily Staunton Cassin. Calling hours at the Fred h. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9PM Wednesday. Mass of Christian Burial at Immaculate Conception Church, Tuckahoe on Thursday December 3 at 10:30AM. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Jansen Hospice, 69 Main Street, Tuckahoe, NY 10707 |
| STEWART HELEN D. Long time resident of Bronxville on Feb 19, 2009. Mrs. Stewart married the late Edward N. Stewart in Los Angeles in 1937. Mother of E. Nicholson Stewart of Tarrytown and Lawrence D. Stewart of Ossining, grandmother of 3 and great grandmother of 3. She was a member of Bronxville Village Republican Committee and for many years an active member of the Reformed Church. Mrs. Stewart was also a member of Siwanoy Country Club since the 1930’s. Services and interment private. |
| STONE, MARY T.; of Crestwood, on April 8, 2009. Wife of the late Raymond. Sister of John P. Molloy, Joseph M. Molloy and Alexander T. Molloy. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Monday. Mass of Christian Burial, Annunciation Church, Crestwood, on Tuesday, April 14 at 10 am. |
| TARPEY, MARION (Mickey); an Eastchester resident for fifty five years, died peacefully in her home early Tuesday morning. She was 90 years old. She was born on May 1, 1918 in Lincoln Hospital, Bronx, NY to Madeline Landey Harrold and her husband John. She was a graduate of Julia Richman High School in New York City and gave her class Valedictory address. Mickey met her beloved husband, Robert Tarpey, MD when they were 11 and 12 years old. They were soul mates for life despite Robert’s untimely passing in 1968. She enjoyed many active years at Leewood Golf Club, serving as chairperson of the pool and the Ladies 9 holer golf group. She was an avid member of the ladies bowling league. Mickey is survived by two children, Anne Tarpey and Robert Tarpey and her dearest of daughters-in-law, Patricia Tarpey. Mickey was blessed with five grandchildren, Robert (Elisabeth) Tarpey, Katie (Ron) Mostero, Sara, Danny, and Emily Tarpey and her great grandchildren Liam Tarpey and Lily Mostero. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 7 to 9 PM Tuesday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Wednesday. Mass of Christian Burial, Annunciation Church, Crestwood on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 9:45 am. |
| TASLEY, DONALD J.; of Croton on Hudson, formerly of Bronxville on January 2, 2009. Son of the late James and Anne Tasley, brother of the late James Tasley and Barbara Russell. Graduate of Centre College were he played Football for 4 years. Committal service will be held at Christ Church, Bronxville on Friday, January 9 at 1PM. |
| THEISS, CLIFFORD A.; of Bronxville, NY passed away on June 8, 2009 surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. An officer and a gentleman, Cliff was born on January 1, 1941. He was married 37 years to his beautiful wife, Peggy, and was a loving father to Kristina. Cliff graduated from Georgetown University and served in the US Navy for 31 years. Calling hours at the McGrath Funeral Home, between the hours of 2 To 4 and 6 to 8PM Friday. Funeral, St. Joseph’s Church on Saturday at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, Cliff has requested donations be made to Lawrence Hospital, The New Cancer Center. |
| TIFFANY, MARY CATHERINE; of Bronxville on March 1, 2009. Beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Tiffany, loving sister of Thomas, Michael and Elizabeth Salamon, devoted Aunt of Thomas Andrew Tiffany, Deirdre Kilgard, Eamon Tiffany, Sheila O’Connor, Michael John Tiffany, Maureen Whaley, Elizabeth Masterson, Francesca Salamon, Nicholas Salamon, Suzanne Tiffany and thirteen great nieces and nephews. Calling hours at Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 6 to 9 Thursday and 2 to 4 PM and 7 to 9 PM Friday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Saturday March 7 at 10AM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Anthony’s Bread Line, c/o St. Francis of Assisi 135 West 31st St., NY, NY 10001-3439 |
| TORNA, ISABELLA; of Eastchester passed away in March 12, 2009. She was born in New York City to the late John and Mary Candeloro. She is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, Anthony Torna whom she married on November 5, 1950. She is also survived by her loving children Vincent (Heather) Torna, Carol (Louis) Buccheri and Anthony Torna, her cherished grandchildren Marisa Buccheri, Louis Buccheri and Elizabeth Torna and her brother John Candeloro and she was predeceased by her brother Sylvester. Isabella was an accomplished cook with a great sense of humor and generosity of spirit. Her family will always treasure the memories of her wonderful family get togethers and absolute joy she took in her children and grandchildren. Calling hours at Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM Saturday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Scarsdale on Monday March 16 at 10AM. Isabella will be sorely missed by all who knew her. |
| VELELLA, ROSE; of Bronxville on August 8, 2009. Wife of the late Michael Velella and Frank Feraca, mother of Lynne Gioe and Dianne Sokol, grandmother of Jaclyn, Joseph, and Justin. Calling Hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2-4 and 6-9 PM on Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Wednesday, August 12, at 10 AM. |
VAUGHAN, John R., of Scarsdale, on March 13. Beloved husband of Constance. Loving father of sons John D. and Peter, and daughter Robin Kolderie. Grandfather of Robert, Brian, Daniel, Katherine, Matthew and Olivia. Mr. Vaughan was a law partner at Cahill, Gordon & Reindel. He is a US Navy veteran and served on the Boards of Fordham Law School and Legal Services of Hudson Valley. Calling hours at Fred. H. McGrath & Son, Bronxville, between the hours of
6 to 9 pm on Monday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm on Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Scarsdale, on Wednesday, March 18 at 10 am. Contributions in his name may be made to Fordham and LSHV. |
Mr. Lincoln F. Warren, a life long resident of Bronxville, died on May 16, 2009, at the age of 92.
He was born in 1916 to Lida P. Ferguson and Harry E. Warren in Cambridge, Mass.
He was a member of Boy Scout Troop One for many years. While attending Bronxville High School he met Else Krebs, and they were married in 1942.Warren served with the 22nd Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division of the United States Army in France and Germany from 1941 to 1945. He received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Mr. Warren was co-founder the Air National Guard 1901st Engineer Aviation Battalion. He was employed by the New York Central Railroad for 30 years, and also served as Chief of the Bronxville Auxiliary Police for several years.
He served as Commander and Adjutant for both Westchester County and Post 464 in Bronxville. He was a member of the American Legion for over 60 years. Warren was predeceased by his wife, and his brother David A. Warren He is survived by his son Richard, daughters Edith Kane and Anne-Marie Warren, his sister Martha Stevens, grandchildren Greg Haake and Emily Warren, and four nephews. Please join us for a Memorial visitation at Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home, 20 Cedar Street, Bronxville, N.Y., on Saturday, May 30, 2009, from 2PM to 4PM.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The American Legion, Department of NY, 112 State Street, Suite 1300, Albany, NY, 11207. |
| WATERS, CECELIA E., of Eastchester, on Jan. 20, 2009. Beloved Wife of the late Edward Waters. Loving mother of Elaine (George) Caughlan and the late Cecilia Waters Sanford. Devoted grandmother of Edward and Neil Caughlan. Aunt to many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Waters was a lifelong New York certified school teacher, she started teaching in the public school system in the Bronx and later locally at the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Our Lady of Fatima and St. Augustine’s. She was also a member of the St. Veronica’s Guild of Immaculate Heart of Mary. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Scarsdale, on Saturday Jan. 24 at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis TN 38105. |
| WEISSE, SALLY M.; 97, formerly of Bronxville, NY and Boca Raton, Fl. died at the Osborn in Rye, NY on June 4, 2009. Mrs. Weisse was born in Woodlawn, NY to Emily and Henry J. Hille. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank J. Weisse. She was the loving mother of Sally Anne Overlander, of Bronxville, NY and the late Jane Marie Dayton, of Colts Neck, NJ. She was the cherished grandmother of Craig Overlander and his wife Nancy of New Canaan, Ct, Keith Overlander and his wife Kimberlee of Manhasset, NY, and Karen (Overlander) Morgan and her husband Owen, of Peach Tree City, GA. “Nan” was blessed with 21 wonderful great grand children. Mrs. Weisse embraced her life with great passion and still remained active in her later years. She will be greatly missed by her family. Visitation will be held at Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville, NY on Monday June 8 from 5 to 8 PM. A private funeral service will be held for the family on Tuesday June 9. Interment will be at the Woodlawn Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers a donation may be sent in memory of Mrs. Weisse, to the Osborn, 101 Theall Rd Rye, NY 10580; attention Susan Olsen. |
| WYNNE, MARY, (TWOHEY); of Bronxville, on March 3, 2009 at the age of 96. Loving wife of the late Patrick. Devoted mother of Annjean Moody, Rosemary Desmond, Michael Wynne and the late John Wynne. Dear grandmother of 4 and great grandmother of 7. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 6 to 8 pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Saturday, March 7, at 11 am. |
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