Obituaries
Maria Lopes
Aug 27, 2026
In Loving Memory of Maria Lopes
January 16, 1949 – August 27, 2026
Maria Lopes, the beloved matriarch of her family and a radiant light to all who knew her, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2026. Born on January 16, 1949, Maria lived a life defined by warmth, boundless generosity, and an unwavering devotion to the people she loved.
To know Maria...
Rodolfo V. Pelosi
Aug 27, 2026
Rodolfo (Rudy) Valentino Pelosi passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 27, 2026 surrounded by his sons, Stanley and Randy. Born in Brooklyn NY on December 24, 1926 to Stanislao and Emma, he went to PS 112 in Brooklyn, graduating High School in 1945, but finished his last year at night as he had to assist with family financial obligations due...
Carmelita Matta
Aug 26, 2026
Carmelita “Lola” Matta
It is with great sadness and deep love that we announce the passing of our beloved Carmelita “Lola,” at the age of 98.
Born on January 10, 1928, in Brooklyn, NY, Lola lived a life full of love, family, friends and countless memories. She was a woman of strength, grace, kindness and wisdom, whose presence brought comfort and joy...
Irene Elizabeth Zummo
Aug 25, 2026
In Lieu of flowers please consider a donation either:
https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/
https://donorservices.alz.org/
Arlene Oliveri
Aug 25, 2026
Arlene L. Oliveri, 81, of Chandler, AZ passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 surrounded by family. Born in Queens, NY to Arthur and Meta, Arlene loved to ride over the Kosciuszko Bridge, going to the World’s Fair and going to LaGuardia Airport and watch the planes come in and take off.
She was pre-deceased in death by her sister...
Rakesh Kumar Balaggan
Aug 24, 2026
In Loving Memory of Rakesh Balaggan
Rakesh Balaggan
February 26, 1959 – August 24, 2026
Rakesh Balaggan was a strong soul with unbelievable courage. His strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
He was deeply loved and will be forever missed by the Balaggan Family, Chopra Family, and Kaura Family. Though our hearts are broken by his...
Somabhai P. Patel
Aug 23, 2026
Somabhai P. Patel, born in Gujarat, India in 1932, passed away peacefully and comfortably on August 23, 2026, on Long Island, New York.
He will be lovingly remembered by his three children, Usha, Jitu, and Madhu; his six grandchildren; and his three great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 27, at 9:30 a.m. at Moloney’s Funeral Home in Lake...





