Obituaries
Sergio Moschella Obituary
December 19, 1966 - August 18, 2026
Sergio was born in Genova, Italy on December 19, 1966, to Natale Moschella and Letteria (Lilly) Todaro. He was their first son, with sibling twins, Stefania (Stefy) and Roberto (Roby). Natale and Lilly were born in Messina, Sicily. Lilly and Natale met as young adults. Lilly’s family left to find work in Genova where she worked as a seamstress with the Italian Navy along with her sister. Sergio
Manuel Da Rocha Obituary
September 8, 1971 - August 17, 2026
In Loving Memory of Manuel Da Rocha Manuel Da Rocha, beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026 at the age of 54. Born in Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal on September 8, 1971. Manny was someone who made an impression wherever he went. He was funny and social, always ready with a joke and never one to shy away from sharing his opinion. He liked to
Joseph Michael Kelly Obituary
October 14, 1938 - August 5, 2026
Joseph Michael Kelly, a dedicated attorney, loving father, and cherished grandfather, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in New York City on August 5, 2026, at the age of 87. Born in New York City on October 14, 1938, Joseph was the son of the late Joseph D. Kelly (1906–1962), an officer and detective in the New York City Police Department, and Mary Kelly (née Sura) (1906–1964
Tia Denise Oliver Obituary
September 26, 1957 - July 25, 2026
There are some souls whose presence is so steady, so comforting, and so deeply woven into the lives of those around them that their absence leaves an unmistakable silence. Tia Denise Oliver was one of those rare souls. Tia’s sun rose on September 26,1957 in Brooklyn, New York with adoring parents, the late Lucille Oliver Martin and James “ Jimmy” Oliver. Tia was a special daughter and sist
Ilse Bachrach Obituary
March 31, 1941 - July 18, 2026
Ilse Bachrach (March 31, 1941 – July 18, 2026) Ilse (Klein) Bachrach passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026. She had a happy and full life. Born in Germany during World War II, she came to the United States by boat through Ellis Island in 1947. Known for her quick wit, whenever asked if she would like to go on a cruise she would always reply, “I’ve done that once. Never aga
Kathleen Walsh D’Arcy Obituary
- July 18, 2026
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Kathleen Walsh D'Arcy on July 18th 2026 at Memorial Sloan Kettering from complications of cancer. Kathleen had many titles: Irish American community organizer, social worker, Co-chair of the inclusive St Pat’s for All parade in Queens, NY, comrade, sister, aunt, godmother, partner, mother, grandmother, and friend to so many. Her family invit
Connie Masullo Obituary
- June 20, 2026
Connie Masullo passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 20, 2026 after a very full 99 years of living. She is predeceased by her beloved husband, Peter, as well as her third son, Peter. Connie is survived by her remaining and very devoted sons, Victor, Stephen, and Paul and their spouses. She is also the proud and loving grandmother of many grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well as au
Angiola Maria-Riva Churchill Obituary
April 20, 1922 - June 16, 2026
Dr. Angiola Maria-Riva Churchill passed away Tuesday, June 16th, at home, Forest Hills Queens, New York. She was 104 years old. Born in Manhattan April 30th, 1922, at just months old, she and her mother moved to Italy, returning in 1934. As a child she navigated both the social and economic milieu of Europe and urban environments in America. A latent visual artist her entire life, ‘Ang
Jose Antonio Simoes Obituary
March 25, 1951 - June 15, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jose Antonio Simoes Jose Antonio Simoes passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, family devotion, and community spirit. Born in Portugal, Jose made the life-changing journey to New York in the 1970s. It was there that he built a beautiful life, marrying his beloved wife, Verona, and raising his family. For decades, their home on Sullivan Street was the heart of their
Richard DiMirra Obituary
December 25, 1947 - June 13, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Richard “Richie” DiMirra, on June 13, 2026, at the age of 78. A lifelong Manhattan resident, Richie was a true New Yorker whose life was defined by family, friendship, and service. He was happily known to many through his years as a bartender and owner of the beloved neighborhood bar “Jumbles”. An avid New York sports fa