Death Notice - Kevin J. O’Rourke passed away on February, 5th 2016. Kevin is survived and loved by his wife Valerie, his son Justin, his parents, Christina and Patrick, his brother Michael and his wife Laura and, sister Lisa. Kevin was also very much loved by his family in law in France and especially by Philippe and Margherita Pluym, his parents in law. He will be fondly remembered by Mary, John and Christine Kelly, John and Anne McNamee, and all his sister’s and brother’s in law, cousins, aunts, uncles, godchildren, nieces and nephews and his many friends. Kevin’s life came to an end way to quickly but it was a fulfilled and joyful life; Kevin did what he loved to do, through his profession as a plumber but also as a husband, brother, son, friend and father of his beautiful 7 years old son Justin. Above all of this, Kevin was compassionate, generous, loving, happy, very funny and knew how to bring joy to others; it was a precious gift to know him. He will be sorely missed. Visitation will be on Wednesday, February 10th at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home from 4-8 pm, followed by a small service on Thursday morning at 10.00 am. Burial at St Mary’s Cemetery to follow.
Henry Estrada
Death Notice - Henry Estrada passed away peacefully at home in Riverdale, NY on February 5, 2016. Henry was born in East Harlem. Henry, the son of Isabella and Kielko Estrada, is survived by his wife Cindy Estrada; brother Robert Estrada and two children Marc and Emily Estrada. Henry was the Senior Vice President of Community Relations at Tishman Construction in NYC. Henry was educated at Commerce High School and attended City College in NY. Henry was involved with his community, including the mayors office for the City of New York, East Harlem Tenant Council, Urban Development Corporation and NYC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday February 10th from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Ave, Bronx, NY, .The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, February 11th at 2:00 PM at St. Margaret of Cortona Church, 6000 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx, NY. Committal is private.
Catherine M. Finger
Death Notice - Catherine M. Finger passed away on February 4, 2016. Beloved daughter of the late Susan and Harry A. Smythe. Loving mother of Harry and the late Christopher Edward. Also remembered as a devoted sister to Patricia Maguire and dear aunt to her children. Reposing Monday 6-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx NY. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 9:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Interment at Kensico Cemetery.
Beatrice Ann Murphy
Death Notice - Beatrice Ann Murphy on February 1, 2016 at the age of 91. Loving wife of the late James Sr., cherished mother of James and grandmother of Christopher and Gregory. Loving sister to Joan Hanahoe and John Corcoran. Reposing Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx NY. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 9:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
Peter Piscitelli
Death Notice - PISCITELLI, Peter, of Bronx, NY, passed away on January 30, 2016, at the age of 85. Born and raised in the Bronx, Pete was a devoted husband and father, and a highy-respected public servant as a lawyer and lobbyist. His career dated back to service in the administrations of Mayors Robert F. Wagner, John V. Lindsay and Edward I. Koch, under whom he served as the city's chief representative in Albany as it dealt with the municipal fiscal crisis. He went on to a long career in private practice, representing such clients as the New York Hotel Association, the Broadway League of Theaters and the U.S.S. Intrepid. Pete is survived by his wife of 61 years, Frances, and his son Anthony (Skip) Piscitelli. A wake will be held on Tuesday at the Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx, NY, from 2 to 4pm and 7 to 9pm. Friends may call on the family. Funeral Mass will take place Wednesday at 9:45am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church, 6000 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx, NY. Burial at Calverton National Military Cemetery will be private. In lieu of flowers, Pete's family suggests donations to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center or Calvary Hospital.
Yvonne M. Sullivan
Yvonne M. Sullivan on January 22. 2016 at the age of 80. Loving wife of the late Francis. Beloved mother of Brendan, Brian, Mark and the late Barry. Cherished grandmother of Ryan, Brendan, Sherise, Jennifer and Nicole. Reposing Wednesday 2-5 & 7-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 9:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Committal Private.
Lauretta Virginia Smallwood DeHaney
LAURETTA VIRGINIA SMALLWOOD DEHANEY
Retired Nurse
Died peacefully at the age of 100 on January 11, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Hilton DeHaney, she leaves to morn a host of relatives and devoted friends. On Saturday, January 23rd, the family will receive friends at Christ Church (Episcopal) Riverdale prior to the service at 11:00 a.m. An additional Memorial Service and interment will be held on February 6th at St. Columba’s in Washington, D.C.
Ann Shea
Shea, Ann (nee O'Sullivan) on January 3, 2016. Native of Canfie, Ardgroom, Co. Cork, Ireland. Loving wife of the late Denis J. Shea. Cherished mother of Ann Marie Shea-Casey (Tom), Denis (Mia) Shea, Maura (Marty) Maistre, Colleen Shea, Jackie Shea (Howard Katz), Darlene Shea, John Shea, James (Lia) Shea, and the late Diann Zapantoulis. Adored grandmother of Christina, Danny, Tommy, Nelson, Alexa, Ryan, Justin, Andie, Caitlyn, Jake and Aidan. Dear sister of Noreen, Eileen, Kitty, Tessie, Pete, Frances, Chris and the late Margaret, Willie, Mary and Den. Reposing Wednesday 2-4 & 6-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bx. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 9:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Interment Gortnabulica Cemetery, County Cork, Ireland on Saturday January 9, 2016. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Heart Association would be greatly appreciated.
Janice M. O'Brien
O’Brien, Janice M., (nee Weber) Beloved wife of the late Frank O’Brien and devoted mother of John, Ronnie, and Karen. Adored grandmother of John Paul, Brian, Timothy, Mary, Kara, Bobby, and Christine and great grandmother to Timmy and Brody. Loving sister to Susie and aunt to Susan.
Janice was born and raised in New York City and spent the last 10 years living in Riverdale. She was a pivotal member of her community and loved spending time with her family and friends. She will be truly missed and forever remembered in our hearts.
The wake will be held on Sunday, January 3rd from 2-6 PM at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471. The funeral mass will be at 10am on Monday, January 4th, at the chapel of FrancesSchervierNursing Home located at 2975 Independence Avenue, Bronx, NY 10463.
Gerard "Jerry" T. Gilligan
Gerard “Jerry” T. Gilligan, 70, passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center after a brief illness but a happy life. He was born on September 20, 1945 in Bronx, New York. Jerry was a retired Controller at The Manhattan Club in New York, New York, and a veteran of the United States Army, serving in the Vietnam War. He was an enthusiastic alumni of Iona College and Mt. St. Michael. He will remain in our hearts and be missed.
He is predeceased by his parents, Julia Trosster Gilligan and Gerard Gilligan; uncle, Bernard Gilligan; and his twin brother, Michael J. Gilligan. Survivors include brothers, Thomas Gilligan (Deborah) of Cornwall, NY and Joseph Gilligan (Robin) of Burnt Hills, NY; sister-in-law Ann M. O’Brien Gilligan of Madison, CT; and nieces, nephews and grand nieces/nephews.
Visitation will be on Sunday, January 3, 2015 from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home at 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, January 4, 2015 at 10 a.m. at St. Paul The Apostle Parish at 602 McLean Avenue, Yonkers, NY.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to the “Michael and Jerry Gilligan Scholarship Fund” at Mt. St. Michael Academy, 4300 Murdock Avenue, Bronx, New York 10466.
Roger David
Death Notice - Roger David passed away at home on December 9, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband to Mariam, father to Dafne and Johanna, and devoted grandfather to Maxwell and Maya. He was born in Paris and moved to New York where he created a new community of cherished friends and family. He is fondly remembered for his love, strength, and extraordinary craftsmanship. The funeral service is scheduled for Friday December 11, 2015 at 12:30 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, Inc. The family will gather starting at 11:30 am. The committal at Woodlawn Cemetery is private.
James P. McGuinness
James P. McGuinness passed away on December 7, after a brief, sudden illness. James was a Class of 1978 graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York. After graduation, Jim spent 16 years sailing the world, including serving in the Merchant Marine support to the United States Navy during the Persian Gulf War. In 1994 he was licensed by the United States Coast Guard to serve as Master of U.S. Steam or Motor Vessels of any gross tons upon oceans. In recent years Jim stayed closer to home by becoming a Track Inspector for the New York City Transit Authority where he was presently employed.
Jim is predeceased by his parents, John M. and Mary McGuinness and nephew, Brian McGuinness. Jim is survived by brother John (Madeline) sisters Susan Toner (Patrick) and Sheila Alagia (Alfred). He was the beloved uncle of John Michael McGuinness (Lena) and Caitlin, Patrick and Carra Toner. Hewill be fondly remembered by his aunts, uncle and many cousins.
Jim will be recalled for his devotion to the New York Yankees, his avid reading, and the love he had for his family. He will be greatly missed.
Visitation will be on Thursday, December 10, 2015 at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home from 2-5 and 7 -9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial to be held at St Margaret of CortonaChurch on Friday, December 11, 2015 at 9:45am. Burial at St Raymond's Cemetery to follow.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Petrus Fund of Yonkers, 204 Hawthorne Ave., Yonkers, NY 10705 to benefit the children of St. Peter School.
Theresa Paoli
Death Notice - Theresa Paoli on December 4, 2015. Loving wife of Charles for over 57 years. Cherished mother of Christine, Scott, Cynthia and Marianne. Adored grandmother of Tara, Matthew, Brian and Brandon. Reposing Tuesday 5-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Ave., Bronx NY. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 9:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Committal Woodlawn Cemetery.
Patrick B. Smith
Death Notice - Patrick B. Smith passed away peacefully on December 1, 2015. He was 88 years old. Patrick was born in 1927 to Philip and Nellie (Byrne) Smith in the Bronx, New York. He was a graduate of Cardinal Hayes High School in the Bronx and served in the United States Army in WWII.
Patrick is survived by his wife of 63 years, Eileen (O'Donovan) at home and his children: Christine Dolan and her husband, Dennis; Patrick F. Smith and his wife, Jeanette; Claire Pell and her husband, Jason; and son-in-law, Peter Grant. Patrick was predeceased by his loving daughter, Geraldine Grant. Patrick is also survived by his sister-in-law, Pauline O'Donovan; brother-in-law, Gerald O'Donovan and his wife, Eileen; sister-in-law, Eileen Smith; and grandchildren, Daniel, Timothy, Jean and Kathleen Dolan; Andrew, Kyle and Michael Grant; Logan Smith; and Matthew Pell; and great-grandson, Benjamin Dolan. Patrick loved spending time with his family. He especially loved the "big band sound" and was a great dancer. He will be missed.
Visitation will be at the Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home at 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx, New York on Thursday December 3, 2015 from 4pm-8pm. Funeral Mass will be at Schervier Nursing Care Center at 2975 Independence Avenue Bronx, New York at 10am on Friday, December 4, 2015. Committal will be private.
Fortunato S. Tusaneza
Death Notice - Fortunato S. Tusaneza on November 28, 2015 at the age of 91. Loving husband of Clarita. Beloved father of 14 and grandfather to many. Reposing Tuesday 4-8 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx NY. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 9:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Committal Woodlawn Cemetery.
Anna May Farrell
Death Notice - Anna May Farrell on November 27, 2015 at the age of 94. Beloved wife of Thomas for 68 years. Cherished mother of Thomas, Paul (Pamela), and Nadine. Loving grandmother of Jessica and Gabrielle. Reposing Monday 6-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx NY. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 1:15 pm at Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Interment to follow.