U.S., Obituary Collection, 1930-CurrentRICCIO, DANIEL
DANIEL RICCIO, of Harrison, passed away December 28, 2010 at age 68. Born September 9, 1942 in Port Chester, NY to John and Catherine (Zaccagnino) Riccio. He was the proprietor of DiBiccari & Riccio Construction, later known as Lavigna (Lari) & Riccio Construction. Daniel was also a lifelong member, who then became Chief, of the Harrison Volunteer Fire Department. Survived by his beloved wife Adele (Friedland), cherished children Barbara (Robert) Loewengart, Daniel Riccio, Jr., Lauren (Hugh) Furman, Michael (Therese) Lange, and Scott (Beth) Lange, adoring grandchildren Tyler, Jillian, Alex, James, Jack, Katelyn, Oliver, and Nicholas, and a niece Gina and nephew John. In addition to his parents, he is also predeceased by his brother John Riccio. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 7-9pm at COXE & GRAZIANO FUNERAL HOME, 767 E. Boston Post Rd, Mamaroneck. 914-698-5968. Funeral Mass Friday 10am at St. Gregory the Great Church. Interment to follow at Greenwood Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Phelps Memorial Hospice or Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
RICCIO, FRANK
Frank Riccio passed away on December 27, 2010. He was 92 years old. Frank was born on March 1, 1918 to Antonio and Teresa (Della Badia) Riccio. Frank came to the US in 1932 and settled in New Rochelle, NY. He has been a resident of New City for 38 years and lived in Boynton Beach, FL for 21 years. He was the owner of Frank Riccio's Landscaping since 1936. In 1972, Frank established Pine Brook Industry with his son-in-law, Rocco. Frank is the founding member, as well as the oldest living member, of the Guardia Lombardi Society in Mount Vernon, NY. He was honored as the original founder in October of 2008. Frank married Rose in 1939 at St. Joseph's Church in New Rochelle, NY. He was a member of St. Augustine's Church, and was also involved with doing charitable work with the Marian Shrine in Garnerville. He was an avid hunter and was a member of Hunters Haven Club in Monticello. He also enjoyed playing cards. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather whose greatest joy came from his family. Frank is pre-deceased by his wife, Rose, in 2007; his loving sons-in-law, Don Benz in 2004, and Rocco DiMatteo in 2008; as well as his brother, Nick. Frank is survived by his two daughters, Theresa DiMatteo from New City, NY and Lucille Benz from Valhalla, NY; his sister-in-law, Rose Riccio, from New City, NY; his four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Viewing will be held on Thursday December 30 from 4-8 pm at the Higgins Funeral Home in New City, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday December 31st at St. Augustine's Church at 10 am, followed by Entombment at Ferncliff Cemetery. MICHAEL J. HIGGINS FUNERAL HOME, 321 South Main Street, New City, NY 10956 845-634-6110
RODRIGUEZ, MATILDE
Matilde Rodriguez, resident of Bardonia, New York, passed away on 26th December, 2010, at the age of 88, at Nyack Hospital, New York after a sudden Brain Hemorrhage, and long battle with Parkinson and Dementia. Matilde was born on the 4th of August, 1922, in Puerto Rico. She moved to New York at the age of 15, and dedicated her life to care for her siblings, and her children working as a seamstress and then owner of her own Dress Factory. Matilde loved salsa music and enjoyed dancing with friends. She is survived by her son Joseph Puccio, daughter and Son in Law, Arlene and Peter Isaia, grandchildren, Matthew and Michael. She is further survived by her sisters Luz Raczkowski, Derys Rodriguez and brother Carlos Rodriguez, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. At Matilde's request there is no service being held in New York, and at a later date a Family Service will be held in Puerto Rico. Her family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations are sent to the Alzheimer Association , PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090.
SALEMO, CARMEN
Carmen Salemo a long time resident of North Rockland died December 26, 2010. He was 88. Carmen served his country proudly in the United States Army during WW II as a sergeant serving mainly in Europe. When Carmen returned from the war he worked until his retirement as a plant manager for West Point Military College. He was a life member of the Italian American Club belonging to the club for more than 50 years. Carmen was very dedicated father grandfather and husband; he was always volunteering his time at the Italian American Club and many different organizations helping children. Carmen is survived by his sons Robert and his wife Sharon of West Haverstraw, Anthony and his wife Rosana of Stony Point. His grandchildren Dennis and his wife Anita, Mark, Danielle and Andrew. He is also survived by his great-grandson Brandon his sister Rose Salemo and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Carmen is pre deceased by his wife Marie in 2001 and his son Dennis in 1999. He loved taking walks going to the beach and going to casinos. Friends may call Tuesday 7-9 PM and Wednesday 2-4, 7-9 PM at the T.J. McGowan Sons Funeral Home HAVERSTRAW. Carmen's Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday in St. Peter's Church. Burial and military honors to follow. Memorial donations are being requested to American Heart Association or the Alzheimer's Foundation in Carmen's memory. T.J. MCGOWAN SONS F.H. 133 Broadway Haverstraw, NY 10927 845-429-2130
STEFANO, VINCENT S.
Vincent S. Stefano of Tuckahoe passed away on December 27, 2010. He was born on September 2, 1957 to Pasquale and Natalie Stefano. Loving father of Natalie and Nicholas Stefano; beloved fiance of Denise Pappas; dear brother of Regina and her husband Kevin Glynn and Tee (Patricia) and her husband Vinny Vozzella. Vince was an uncle, godfather, cousin, nephew, friend and neighbor to so many. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He worked for Genzyme Corporation as a Senior Hospital and Government Account Representative. Vince loved life, enjoyed his family and friends, worked hard and celebrated each day. He was a parishioner of Assumption Church, Tuckahoe. Family will receive friends from 5 - 9 pm on Wednesday at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 am Thursday at Immaculate Conception Church, Tuckahoe. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Kidney & Urology Foundation of America, Att: Carol Brower, 152 Madison Ave, Suite 201, New York, NY 10016 in Memory of Vincent S. Stefano. YANNANTUONO BURR DAVIS SHARPE FUNERAL HOME 584 Gramatan Ave Mt. Vernon, NY10552 (914) 699-4010
BELLINO, GEORGE
George Bellino, of Bronxville passed away on December 12, 2010. He was 49 years old. Survived by his parents Frank and Margaret Kerr Bellino. Beloved husband of Marie Sutera Bellino. Adored father of Danielle and Christopher. Dear brother of Joseph (Marie) Bellino. Loving uncle of Frank and Sophia. George was a 1979 graduate of Roosevelt HS and attended Georgia Tech on a football scholarship. He was the former owner of the Sunoco Station on Central Ave and co owner, along with his father and brother of race horses, and is the owner of the well known horse "Rock N Roll Heaven". Reposing FLOWER FUNERAL HOME INC., with visitation today 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Mass Wed. 10:30 AM St. Ann's Church. Entombment Ferncliff Mausoleum.
CAPONE, PATRICIA A.
Patricia A. Capone, a resident of Suffern for over 40 years, passed away December 12, 2010 at the age of 73. Born April 2, 1937 in Nyack NY to Edward and Dorothy Chamberlain, Patricia is survived by her husband, Ralph Sr; two daughters, Dorothy (Chris) Bahnweg and Stephanie Capone; and four sons Ralph Jr., Thomas (Judy) Capone and Vincent Capone, and David (Susie) Capone; 8 grandchildren, 1 sister, Sharon (Bruce) Ainsworth; and 1 brother, Timothy (Sandy) Chamberlain. She was predeceased by one son, Stephen. Patricia's Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11AM Thursday at Sacred Heart Church in Suffern. Burial will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Tenafly, NJ. Friends may call on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Scarr Funeral Home Inc, Route 202, Suffern. SCARR FUNERAL HOME, INC Rt. 202 Suffern,N.Y. 845-357-1137 "Suffern's Only Family Owned Funeral Home”
FINNEGAN, MARTIN
Martin Finnegan, of Mahopac, NY passed away on Saturday December 11, 2010. He was 68. Marty was born in Williamstown, Galway, Ireland on April 21, 1942 the son of the late Martin and Helen Tormey Finnegan. Martin is survived by his girlfriend of 15 years Maureen Daly, his brothers John, James, Eamon and Peter Finnegan and his sisters Mary Cunningham, Bridie Finnegan and Margaret McGovern and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Patrick and his sister Sheila Benniger.Visiting today (Tuesday) from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at Joseph J. Smith Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday 9:45 AM at St. John The Evangelist Church, Mahopac, NY with a private cremation to follow.
FONTANA, CHARLES RICHARD "RICH"
Charles Richard Fontana "Rich," passed away at his residence in Yorktown Heights on December 10, 2010. Son of the late Monica and Vincent Fontana, loving father of Charles Richard Fontana, Jr, "Chuck," and Robert James Fontana, dear brother of Alphonse Vincent Fontana "Vinny", Maria Elliott and the late Marion Metalios, he will be remembered with deepest love forever. The family will receive friends at the WESTCHESTER FUNERAL HOME, INC. EASTCHESTER on Thursday, December 16, from 3-5 & 7-9pm. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 18th, at 10AM at the Scarsdale Congregational Church. Interment to follow at Kensico Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that gifts be made to support the Jazz Program of the Edgemont School District. Please make checks payable to "Edgemont UFSD", in the memo line indicate "In memory of Rich Fontana." Send donations to Edgemont UFSD Business Office, White Oak Lane, Scarsdale, NY 10583.
GALTIERI, PHILIP
Philip Galtieri 84, of Armonk, N.Y. and formerly of Thornwood and Bronx, N.Y. died on December 12,2010 at Phelps Memorial Hospital Center in Sleepy Hollow, N.Y. He was born on December 6,1926 in Brooklyn, N.Y. Philip proudly served in the US Army during WWII. He was a retired teacher with the NYC School System and past president of the Mt. Pleasant Seniors. He is survived by his devoted wife Anna Marie (nee Sabatello) Galtieri of Armonk, N.Y. one step daughter,Ann-Marie Carducci and her husband Larry of Armonk, N.Y. one step son, Joseph Palladino, Phd. and his wife Marie of Evansville, Ind. and one daughter, Theresa Berry of New York. one brother Harry Galtieri and his wife Cathy of Morristown, N.J. and one sister, Angie D'Iasi of NC. Also survived by his six cherished grandchildren; Pamela (Gregory) McAvoy, Michael Carducci, Daniel (Valeria) Carducci, Valerie Carducci, Karin (Ben) Brown and Sharin (Jim) Green and six great grandchildren. Predeceased by one brother. Reposing, Hawthorne Funeral Home on Tuesday 7-9 PM and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass, Holy Rosary Church, Hawthorne, N.Y. on Thursday 10 AM. Interment, Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, N.Y. In lieu of flowers donations to Parkinsons Disease Foundation, Inc. 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509 N.Y., N.Y. 10018 would be appreciated. HAWTHORNE FUNERAL HOME, 21 Stevens Ave., Hawthorne, N.Y. 10532 914-769-4404
