Kelleher, Joan Marie Peacefully on October 5th at age 91. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Loving mother of Kevin and Ellen ( Rich ) Odermatt. Adoring grandmother of Ryan Odermatt.. Caring sister of Betty Anne ( Philip ) Coady and the late John Andre' ( Marianne ) Mangravite. Born and raised in Brooklyn NY. Former resident of Elmont LI where she raised her family. Graduate of St. Agatha Grammar School Brooklyn, Bishop McDonnell HS ( '51 ), & designed and created costumes for the drama department at Chaminade HS 1971-1979. She received her Bachelor's Degree from Nassau Community College and went on to receive her Masters of Library Science from Queens College when in her early 60's. Former director of the Malverne Public Library where she supervised its renovation and educated staff and community members of the benefits of its recent technological advances. She will be remembered as an avid gardener, devoted lover of all animals and for her enthusiasm in sharing her creative wisdom and expressions with others. She will always be remembered in the hearts and love of her family members and friends. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the North Shore Animal League in her name at : www.animalleague.org Visitation will be Wednesday October 9 from 2-4 & 6-8. Mass of Christian burial Thursday 10AM at The Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Interment to follow will be at The Cemetery of the Holy Rood Westbury LI
Obituaries
Viewing Monday September 16, 2024
2-5PM & 7-9PM
Mass Tuesday September 17, 2024
St. Paul's Church 9:45 AM
Interment
Calverton National Cemetery
Marie (nee Lewis) DeJohn, age 96, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024. She leaves behind many cherished memories as the matriarch of a beautiful family. Marie is predeceased by her loving husband Rocco and her devoted son Gregory DeJohn. She was the devoted mother to her daughters, Claudia Saraceno and Lorraine DeJohn. She was also a loving mother-in-law to John Saraceno and Paula (nee Intelisano) DeJohn. Marie was a proud grandmother to Brooke and Damian Pesola, Raquel Tagliavia, and Christine Saraceno, and a beloved great-grandmother to Isis Jade, Zayn, and Gianna. She is also survived by her wonderful nieces and nephew.
Marie’s life was filled with love for her family, a passion for ice cream, and the joy of shopping the sales. Her presence brought happiness to everyone around her, and her memory will be a blessing to all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Funeral arrangements will be held on Tuesday, September 3, from 3-7 PM at Matthew’s Funeral Home, 2508 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, New York, 10314 with interment to follow on Wednesday, September 4. Interment details to follow.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in Marie’s name to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
Visitation Friday, August 30, 2024
2:00 PM-9:00 PM
Service
St. Augustine Church
9:30 AM
Saturday, August 31, 2024
Burial
Evergreen Cemetery
Robert C. Nielsen, known affectionately as Bob to his friends and family, passed away on August 19, 2024, at the age of 83. Born in Hartford, CT, on June 20, 1941, to the late Clifford and Amilie Nielsen, Bob’s early years in New England laid the foundation for a life of learning, service, and companionship. Bob’s journeytookhimfrom the historic streets of Harfordto the halls of Trinity College, where he graduated with a keen interest in law. He went on to receive his law degree from George Washington University, forming lifelong bonds with fellow alumni at both schools. His legal career spanned many years , during which he served at Cullen & Dykmanand later in private practice, earning the respect and admiration of his colleagues and clients alike.
Bob’s life was not solely defined by his professional accomplishments; he foundjoy and purpose in his active involvement with the First Church Presbyterian, where he cultivated a community of friends and neighborsin Cobble Hill. His commitment to his faith and his congregation was a testament to his character and generous spirit. A man of diverse interests, Bob was a familiar face to many shop owners and restauranteurs in his beloved Brooklyn neighborhood. His patronage and friendly demeanor will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of his company. He was a true connoisseur of life’s simple pleasures, sharing his passion for good food, good company, and the companionship of his treasured dogs.
Bob is survived by his loving sister and her husband, Carol and Baker Salsbury ofConnecticut, his nephewJoshua Peterson also of Connecticut, and his niece Sarah, her husband Steve Meunier, and their children Owen and Elise of Massachusetts (Bob always picked out the very best presents for Owen and Elise). The bond he shared with his family was one of mutual admiration and deep affection, and his role as uncle and great-uncle brought him immense joy.
Bob Nielsen’s life touched the lives of many with his warmth, integrity, and kindness. His departure leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his legacy of compassion, unwavering friendship, and dedication to his community will continue to inspire and influence for generations to come. As we bid farewell to Robert C. Nielsen, we celebrate a life well-lived and cherish the memories he leaves behind.
The Memorial Service will be held on September 15 at 3:00pm at First ChurchPresbyterian, 124 Henry St, Brooklyn. A private burial will be held atFairviewCemetery, West Hartford, CT. Donations may be made to Sage Advocacy and Services for LGBTQ-Elders, website: sageusa.org. Servicesprovided by: Cobble Hill Chapels, 171 Court St, Brooklyn, NY 11201.
" The world lost a wonderful person on April 26, 2024, and we will never be the same" Gregory G. DeJohn, of Staten Island, (Brooklyn), NY. passed away in Staten Island Hospital, NY surrounded by his loving family at the age of 70.
Gregory was a licensed funeral director and the owner of Cobble Hill Chapels, Brooklyn, NY and funeral director for Silverton Memorial Funeral Home, Toms River, NJ.
We can only hope to keep Gregory's memory alive.
He is survived by his loving wife Paula (Intelisano) DeJohn; mother Marie (Lewis) DeJohn; daughter Sophia Flagg; sisters Lorraine DeJohn and Claudia (John) Saraceno; sister-in-law Teresa Pizzi (Anthony) granddaughters GiaMarie and Elizabeth. Several nieces Brookelynn Pesola, Raquel Tagliavia, Christine Saraceno, Rosemaur Davis (Kevin), nephew Damian Pesola, great nieces Isisjade Pesola, Gianna Maldonado and Zayn Assad and many Good Friends he made through the years.
Visitation will be held Wednesday 2-5 PM & 7-9 PM and Thursday 2-5 PM & 7-9 PM at Cobble Hill Chapels, 171 Court Street, Brooklyn, NY. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, 11:00 AM at St. Agatha's RC Church, 702 48th Street, Brooklyn, NY followed by Entombment at Resurrection Cemetery, Staten Island, NY. In Lieu of Flowers Donations to St. Jude's Childrens Reasearch Hospital would be appreciated. www.StJude.Org or St Jude Children Hospital P.O. Box 1999 Memphis TN 38101
Here are the links to the stream. The stream will appear the day of the funeral To see from church website: https://stagatha-brooklyn.org/ To see from YouTube: https://youtube.com/@st.agathaschurch9779?si=cdfspSFP01T5R0Ke To see from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stagathabrooklyn?mibextid=kFxxJ
Nilda Karpowicz 83 years old of Lyndhurst, NJ passed away January 5, 2024 at Prospect Heights Convalescent Center in Hackensack.
She was born on Jun 2, 1940 in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico to the late Albert and Gloria Alvarez, she was a Social Worker for the Long Island College Hospital.
Surviving are her children Jessica, Robert and Mark and was predeceased by her daughter Debra.
Also surviving are her 15 cherished grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Visiting will be Thursday and Friday 3:00pm until 8:00pm at Cobble Hill Chapels 171 Court Street, Brooklyn, New York. Burial will be Saturday 10:00am at St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, New York.
Nilda Karpowicz 83 years old of Lyndhurst, NJ passed away January 5, 2024 at Prospect Heights Convalescent Center in Hackensack.
She was born on Jun 2, 1940 in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico to the late Albert and Gloria Alvarez, she was a Social Worker for the Long Island College Hospital.
Surviving are her children Jessica, Robert and Mark and was predeceased by her daughter Debra.
Also surviving are her 15 cherished grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Visiting will be Thursday and Friday 3:00pm until 8:00pm at Cobble Hill Chapels 171 Court Street, Brooklyn, New York. Burial will be Saturday 10:00am at St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, New York.
Hermione Connelly ~ Landau passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023. Funeral services for Hermione will be on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, you may arrive at the Cobble Hill Chapels 171 Court Street, Brooklyn, NY at 10:30am, the services will begin at the fuenral home 11:00am with the Interment to follow at Kensico Cemetery 273 Lakeview Ave, Valhalla, NY 10595.
Dolores Montañez
Born on November 27, 1929, passed on October 8, 2023
Visiting will be on Friday October 13, 2023 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm and 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, October 14, 2023,
9:30am at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, Court Street, Brooklyn, New York, arrive at the funeral home 8:30am..
Burial will follow at OceanView Cemetery, Staten Island, New York.
Mary Brown Cox Golden died peacefully at 93 with her children and grandchildren beside her on September 9, 2023. Born June 5, 1930, in New York City, she attended Spence School and Vassar College until 1950, when she married Maxwell Evarts Cox (died 1996). A 1952 graduate of Barnard College, by 1957 she had four children—Rachel, Elizabeth, Ann, and Robert. As they grew up, she resumed her education, receiving a PHD in child psychology from City University of New York in 1988. She enjoyed a successful career in child development and established a private therapeutic practice in Brooklyn Heights. She retired to Laurel, Long Island, with her second husband, Herbert Golden, then returned to Brooklyn Heights after his death in 2005. Deeply engaged in a wide range of interests, including oral history, painting, music, and community improvement, she loved most her family, her many close friends, and her summers in Maine with extended family. She is survived by her four children, two stepchildren, nine grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Service in her honor at 2:00 pm, September 23, First Unitarian Congregational Society in Brooklyn (48 Monroe Place) followed by reception at the Heights Casino. Donations in her memory may be made to Brooklyn Community Housing & Services,
Thomas J. Morello of Staten Island passed away August 2, 2023 at the Staten Island University Hospital with his family by his side.
Thomas was born in Brooklyn, New York to the late Albert and Anna Morello, he was also predeceased by his son Anthony. Tom served in the United States Navy and had been a union carpenter, until he retired.
Besides his beloved wife Santa Strazzella, he survived by his loving daughters, son and cherished 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Visiting will be Sunday, August 6. 2023 from 2:00pm until 6:00pm at Hanley Funeral Home Inc 60 New Dorp Ln, Staten Island, NY 10306. Cremation will be private.