Obituaries
Elvira Prisco
- October 14, 2020
Elvira was born on December 6, 1924, to Michael and Giustina Tanasso in Portocannone, Italy. A determined student she finished her studies in 1946, earning a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Naples. After emigrating to the United States in 1947, Elvira met Carlo Prisco, a graduate student working towards his Ph.D. in Modern Languages on the G.I. bill. They married in 1948 and daughter L
Anna Capparelli
- October 14, 2020
Anna Helen Esposito Capparelli, born March 8th 1937. Anna was a true New Yorker, growing up surrounded by her large Italian family in Little Italy and living on the same block until her passing. Daughter of deceased Anthony Esposito and Margaret Bianco ; Widow of William Capparelli ; Loving mother of Anthony and Mario ; mother in law to Concetta Capparelli and Joyce Capparelli ; cherished grandmot
Rev. Arturo Feliciano
- October 10, 2020
Arturo Feliciano Garcia was born on August 22, 1924 in Ceiba, Puerto Rico. The fifth of nine children born to Rosa Garcia and Juan Maria Feliciano, Arturo passed at age 96 on October 10, 2020 in New York City with his wife, Sonia, by his side. Raised on his family's farm in rural Puerto Rico, Arturo answered the call of his country at age 18, joining the United States Army and serving his country
Peter J. Beltrandi
- October 8, 2020
PETER JOSEPH BELTRANDI died October 8, 2020. He was 83. Son of Jean and Joseph Beltrandi of Forest Hills, Queens. In the fall of 2019, Peter was diagnosed with dementia. He was subsequently moved to a long-term facility in Staten Island. Pete, as he was known among friends, loved sports more than anything. He played golf and took up the martial arts Tae-Kwon Do in his forties, obtaining a bla
William Conroy Lindsay
- October 4, 2020
William Conroy Lindsay, artist and designer, passed away unexpectedly in Astoria, New York on October 4, 2020, at the age of 41. He was a devoted husband, son, brother, uncle and friend. William was born September 23, 1979, to David Sr. and Betsy Lindsay. The fifth child of six, including two brothers and three sisters, he was raised in Merrimack, New Hampshire, where he graduated from Merrimack
Mathew Mattam
- October 2, 2020
Mathew Mattam was born on June 10, 1944, to the late Mathai and Annamma Purappokara in Cherpunkal, Kerala, India. He enrolled at the Swiss-founded Nettur Technical Training Foundation (NTTF) in 1962 and graduated in 1966 with a certificate in Tool & Die Making. He started his career, in Bangalore, at Stumpp Schuele & Somappa, the leading manufacturer of industrial springs within India. In 1972, M
Michelle McKeithan
- September 22, 2020
Michelle passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2020. Michelle was a resident of Brooklyn, New York.
Demetrio Bouzan Tizon
- September 21, 2020
Demetrio Bouzan Tizon passed away in his home on Monday, September 21st, 2020 surrounded by loved ones. Demetrio had the most contagious smile and warm energy. He was hardworking, wise, sophisticated, and always kind. He was an incredible and irreplaceable friend, grandfather, father, and husband. As a friend, he did not need to know you for more than five minutes before making you feel welcome
June Omura Goldberg
- September 15, 2020
June Omura Goldberg, 85, longtime Chief of Reporters at LIFE magazine, died at home on September 15, 2020. A lifelong New Yorker and devoted patron of the arts, she was the beloved aunt of June Omura Wheeler (William), Susan Omura, Ann Omura, and George Omura (Miriam); great-aunt to June, Wes, Emi, Kira, and Henry; sister-in-law to Emily Omura; and dear friend to many. She was predeceased by paren
Salvatore (Buddy) Scotto
- September 11, 2020
Salvatore "Buddy" Scotto, 91, passed away, Friday, September 11, 2020. Buddy was a graduate of St. Francis College, Brooklyn. He faithfully served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and was active in the Army Reserves. Buddy retired as a Captain in the Army. A longtime community activist, he was the founder of the Carroll Gardens Association, which built affordable housing and was a per
