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Official Obituary of

Louise P. Vairo

February 11, 2026

Louise Vairo Obituary

Louise P. Vairo, born in 1928 in Marseille, France, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, love, and devotion to family. She spent her childhood in Marseille during the years of Nazi occupation, an experience that shaped her strength of character and deep appreciation for life.

At the age of 22, Louise immigrated to the United States, arriving without speaking English but embracing her new home with determination and grace. When she settled in Brooklyn, New York, she met the love of her life, Danny Vairo, to whom she was deeply devoted and who cherished her always. Together they built a life grounded in love, perseverance, and family, while Louise proudly held close her French heritage.

Louise was a loving mother to her two sons, Daniel and Richard, and a devoted mother-in-law to Christine and Lisa. She was a proud grandmother to Corinne, Jonathan, Ashley, and Jessica, and a cherished great-grandmother to Althea and Ruby.

She will be remembered for her deep devotion to family, her quiet strength, and the joy she brought to those around her — especially through the meals that gathered everyone together, including her beloved meatballs, apple pie, and coq au vin. Her love and warmth will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

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Services

Visitation
Monday
February 16, 2026

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
St James Funeral Home, Inc
829 Middle Country Rd
St James, NY 11780

Visitation
Monday
February 16, 2026

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
St James Funeral Home, Inc
829 Middle Country Rd
St James, NY 11780

Funeral Mass
Tuesday
February 17, 2026

10:15 AM
Sts. Philip & James RC Church
1 Carow Pl,
St. James, NY 11780

Interment
Tuesday
February 17, 2026

St. Charles Cemetery
2015 Wellwood Ave
Farmingdale, NY 11735

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