All Obituaries

Patrick J. Purcell passed away peacefully, in his sleep, at his home in St. James, Long Island, on September 18th, 2022, at the age of 91. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Joan A. Purcell (nee Fahey), his daughter, Marie April Gismondi and son-in-law, John Smith. He also leaves his nephews, James Murdock and Steven Murdock and Steve's wife, Ivet Murdock, all of whom always held a special place in his heart. Pat was a proud Irish Catholic, born on April 5th of 1931, to his immigrant...

Maryann R Warren-Born September 23rd 1950 at Flushing General hospital. Died September 18th 2022. Beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend.  She was a chef at Suffolk community college in Riverhead. She loved to cook. She made THE best. home made manicotti that we all looked forward to getting every Christmas, a true labor of love that turned into tradition and will be missed. She loved spending time with family,  planting and tending to her garden, thunder storms and her dog...

Kevin Christopher Browne, was a loving husband, father, brother and friend. He left this world suddenly on September 14, 2022 at age 53. Besides his family, he loved heading out with his fishing pole sitting at the beach or on a river communing with nature. At work, he was known for his specialty omelets and gingerbread delights during the winter holidays for the residents. Kevin was loved by all and will be missed dearly. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made in...

Joanne Urso of St. James, Long Island, N.Y., passed away with her family by her side on Wednesday, September 7th, 2022, at the age of 69 from her battle with ALS.  Joanne was born July 3rd, 1953 in Huntington, Long Island, NY.  She is the oldest daughter to Roger and Catherine Scharbach.   Over the years, Joanne enjoyed working as an office manager for a family practice in Stony Brook and then moved on to work for Suffolk County assisting in workers compensation cases. She...

Helen L. Silano Passed away on September 7, 2022 from complications of Parkinson's Disease. Devoted wife of the late Victor R. Silano. Beloved mother of Victor P. (Angela), Greg (Laura) and Caroline Costanza (John). Adored "Mimi" of grandchildren Helena, Victoria, Victor, Johnny, Tina and Gregory.