Michael J. Murphy
Sep 13, 2026
Michael J. Murphy
Entered Into Eternal Rest
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Seaford, N.Y. — Michael J. Murphy, 81, of Seaford, N.Y., passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026.
A devoted family man, decorated veteran, and active community member, he leaves behind a legacy of warmth, service, and unconditional love. If you knew Mike, you knew he was guided by God, family and service to his country.
Born on...
Frederick "Butch" Blankshine
Sep 11, 2026
Frederick “Butch” BlankshineMr. Frederick W Blankshine, 82, husband of Carol Cuomo Blankshine, passed peacefully on Friday, September 11, 2026.Born in Flushing, NY, the son of the late Fredrick William Blankshine and the late Marjorie Schott Blankshine. Fred was a graduate of VS Central High School and retired from Peepels Mechanical Corp in 2011, where he was the lead project engineer....
Frances Bambara
Sep 10, 2026
Frances Bambara, 96, of Seaford, NY, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2026. Born on March 24, 1930, in Brooklyn, NY, Frances lived a long and beautiful life centered around family, faith, friendship, and love. She was preceded in death by her parents, John, and Mary Pinnero; her husband, Joseph LaRosa; and her younger brother, John “Johnny” Pinnero, who passed...
Catherine P. Ahern
Sep 9, 2026
Catherine P. Ahern (née Ward), 95, of Seaford, NY, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, John P. Ahern. Born November 10, 1930, in Brooklyn, NY. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and cherished aunt.
Catherine worked for Delta Airlines and was an avid traveler with...
June N. Reinhardt
Sep 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of June C. Reinhardt. A long life came to an end on September 7, 2026, as June Claire (Norton) Reinhardt passed away peacefully at the age of 94. Born in Queens, New York on March 1, 1932,she was the daughter of the late William and Edna (Lotz) Norton, and grew up in Belle Harbor, New York. In...
Lawrence C. Priola
Sep 6, 2026
PRIOLA – Lawrence C., on September 6, 2026, of Seaford. He was born in Brooklyn and recently celebrated his 90th birthday. Proud U.S. Marine and retired NYPD Detective, 9th Precinct. Long term member of the Newspaper Mail Delivery Union working at the Daily News and NY Times. Beloved son of the late John and Edythe (nee Nissen) Priola. Married for...
John O. Christiansen
Sep 5, 2026
Visiting Hours for John O. Christiansen will be held Tuesday, September 8, 2026 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM at the Funeral Home
A Religious service will be held Tuesday evening at 6:00 PM at the Funeral Home
Disposition will be private
William DeGroat
Sep 5, 2026
William De Groat
October 3, 1922 – September 5, 2026
The End of an Era
William De Groat was born in Stamford, Connecticut, and later moved to New York City. As a young man, he rode a bicycle through the streets of New York delivering messages for Western Union before enlisting in the United States Army at just 17 years old.
William proudly served...
Vincent F. Romano
Sep 4, 2026
Born in New York in 1939, Vincent grew up in East New York, Brooklyn and attended Our Lady of Loretto. He later met the love of his life, Jacqueline, and they were married in May 1964. Together they built a loving family and were blessed with two great sons and their wives, Peter (Kristi) and Vincent (Gina), who brought him...
Kathy A. Skretch
Aug 30, 2026
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 3rd 2-4 PM & 7-9 PM
Religious Service Thursday evening at the funeral home 8PM
Funeral will be held on Friday, September 4th 10:30 AM at the funeral home.
Interment to follow St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, New York
Linda J. Catropa
Aug 29, 2026
Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 6th, 2026 2-6 PM
Funeral gathering will be on Monday, September 7th 9:00 am - 9:30 am at the funeral home.
Interment to follow at Calverton National Cemetery.
Anthony "Tony P" N. Paccione
Aug 24, 2026
Memorial Visitation will be held on Monday, August 31st, 2026 4-8 PM
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, September 1st, 2026 11 AM
St. Bernards RC Church
3100 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown, NY 11756
Inurnment to follow at Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury, New York
Fortunato Scoleri
Aug 23, 2026
Fortunato Scoleri of Seaford, NY passed away on August 23, 2026. Beloved husband of Maria. Loving father of Joseph (Alma), Francesco (Gina), Denise Renna (Leonardo), and Nicolina Marzella (Nino). Cherished nonno of Alessia, Mia, Emilia, Francesco, Giovanni, Giuliana and Marissa.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, August 27, 2026, 9:30 AM, at St.William the Abbot R.C. Church in Seaford,...
Rodolfo E. Araujo
Aug 9, 2026
Memorial Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 13th, 2026 4-8 PM
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, August 14th 11:15 AM
St. Frances De Chantal RC Church Wantagh, New York
Inurnment St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY
John L. Fox
Aug 8, 2026
John "Jack" Fox on August 8, 2026 of Plainview, NY. Beloved husband to the late Joan. Loving father of Elaine Cario (William) and the late Michael. Proud Veteran of the United States Army.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 12th, 2026 2-4 PM & 7-9 PM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, August 13th at 9:30 AM...
Carl Hoops
Aug 5, 2026
Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 9th 2-6 PM
Religious Service will be held on Sunday evening at 4:45 PM at the funeral home.
Funeral will be held on Monday, August 10th at 10 AM at the funeral home.
Interment to follow at St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY
James Rushforth
Aug 4, 2026
James Rushforth, 83, of Lynbrook, NY, passed away on August 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Jim faced life with a quiet, steadfast independence, a spirit forged in childhood when he contracted polio, which left him with lasting physical challenges. He never let it slow him down or define his limits, and that same determination carried him...
Raffaela Amoroso
Jul 31, 2026
Raffaela was the best. She was not only a wonderful mother, but also a devoted wife, a loving grandmother, and a proud Nonna. She was a wonderful sister and dear friend to many. Family was everything to her, and she found her greatest joy in bringing everyone together around her kitchen table. She was an incredible cook, an amazing baker...
William H Wills
Jul 30, 2026
William "Bill" Henry Wills passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Born on August 1, 1943, in Queens, New York, Bill grew up in Wantagh, New York. After serving his country in the United States Air Force, he returned to Wantagh, the place he would call...
Carol A. Fiedler
Jul 30, 2026
Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 6th, 2026 7-9 PM
Funeral will be held on Friday, August 7th 10 AM at the funeral home
Interment to follow at Calverton National Cemetery.
