DeNittis , Richard J. passed away on Sept. 6, 2014 after a brief illness. Richard is the son of Leonard A. DeNittis and the late Carol Lauria DeNittis. He is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth Whalen, his brother Lenny (Lucy) DeNittis and sisters Christine (Gene) DeNittis Ambrogio, and Mary DeNittis. He was the loving uncle to Matthew and Amy Campanaro, Paul Ambrogio, Carolyn Ambrogio Parson, and Kathryn Ambrogio, Christopher, Michelle, and David DeNittis and Michael James Whalen, and 14 grandnieces and nephews. Also surviving Richard is his extended family, sister-in-law Martha Campanaro (Donald), sister-in-law Rosemary Whalen, and brother-in-law James Whalen (Thorne), and cousins Rachel Lauria and Karyne Lauria Corum. Mass of Christian BurialTuesday 10:45 at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
Neil "Doc" Doherty
Doherty, Neil "Doc" on September 8, 2014 at the age of 70. Loving husband of Barbara (nee Tasker) for over 36 years. Dear brother of Mary Ellen Dalton, Paul Doherty & Colleen Doherty. Adored uncle of Elizabeth, Mary Ellen, Paul, Jill, Raymond, Peter, and Timmy and great uncle of Jaka, Piper, Dalton, Bailey, Meave, Dylan, Nora Kate, Layla, Addison, Opie & Claire. Neil had a special place in the hearts of his 3 godchildren. Neil was a member of Good Shepherd's Men's Club, Knights of Columbus St. Joseph's Council, Local 3 IBEW. Retired from Time Warner Cable after 40 years. A renowned fixture at Madison's Restaurant and a devoted friend to many. He will be missed by all. Reposing Wednesday & Thursday 2-5 & 7-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Ave, Bx. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 9:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
Joseph P. Sullivan
Death Notice - Sullivan , Joseph P. on August 27, 2014 at the age of 91. Native of Tubrid, Kenmare Co. Kerry, Ireland. Loving husband of the late Kitty. Beloved father of Peggy. Dear brother of the late Mary, Dennis, Peg & John. Dear uncle to many nieces & nephews. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army (Korean War). Reposing Friday 3-8 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Ave., Bronx. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 10 am at St. Gabriel’s Church. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to your favorite charity would be greatly appreciated.
Arthur Urrutia
Death Notice - Urrutia, Arthur on August 25, 2014. Beloved husband of Sheilah (nee McAdorey). Loving father of Norah Fernandez (Thomas), Noelle Walsh (Walter) and the late Audrey Welby. Cherished grandfather of Joanna, Ian, Rose and Leo. Treasured barber and devoted brethren to many at Manhattan College. Reposing Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Ave, Bx. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10 am at St. Gabriel's Church. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
Betty Chew Chan
Death Notice - Betty Chew Chan, age 92, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2014 at Hudson Pointe at Riverdale in Riverdale, NY where she had lived for the past few months. Born in Hong Kong, she was educated in a French convent school where she learned to speak English. As a teenager, she was a long distance swimmer. She was practicing to swim across Hong Kong Harbor when she was stung by a jelly fish and suffered a severe allergic reaction. After that, her swimming career was cut short.
During World War II, the Japanese attacked Hong Kong on December 8, 1941 right after the attack on Pearl Harbor. After the Governor of Hong Kong was forced to surrender, life became very difficult. The Japanese ruled by martial law. They terrorized the local citizenry and committed numerous atrocities. Food was scarce and many people died. Somehow her family escaped and they came to America. Like many other immigrants, she entered this country through Ellis Island, where her name appears in the immigration arrival records.
She was married to Ham Din Chew in 1943 until his passing in 1977. She had five children, Richard (Marion), Phillip (Maureen), Robert (Clara), Irene (Morris- deceased), and Alice (deceased). In 1950 the family moved to Riverdale, NY where she lived for the next 64 years. Although she was primarily a homemaker, she also assisted her husband in his work as a Chinese herbalist. After her children were grown, she enjoyed her new-found independence by exploring her personal interests such as gardening, traveling, going to movies, and walking her pet dog. For many years, her beloved companion was a white poodle named Mickey. She was proud of her success as a gardener and loved to share photos of her flowers and flowering trees.
She is survived by four of her children, seven grandchildren, Lisa(David), Diana (Michael), Christopher (Jeanne), Brian(Simon), Kim, Kelly (Aalap), and Jacqueline, and nine great grandchildren, Jacob, Amanda, Corinne, McKenzie, Christopher, Jackson, Colton, Sonia, and Olivia. She was predeceased by her youngest child, Dr. Alice Chew who died on December 7, 2009 after a long illness. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff of Hudson Pointe at Riverdale who were very kind to her during her final days.
Family and friends may call at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Riverdale, NY 10471 on Friday, August 29, 2014 from 5pm to 7pm. The family will gather at Riverdale-on-Hudson Home on Saturday August 20, 2014 at 10:30am. Interment will follow in Ferncliff Cemetery, Hartsdale, N.Y.
Rose J. Iannacone
Death Notice - Iannacone, Rose J. went to Paradise on August 18, 2014 at the age of 93. Loving daughter of Luigi and Rosa Leccese. Beloved wife of the late Louis Michael. Dear sister of Gloria Piantieri and the late Norma Catanzaro, Margaret Borelli, Luke and Joseph Leccese. Devoted mother of Michael (Diana) Iannacone of Weddington, NC, Louis Iannacone of San Mateo, CA, and Pamela and her caring husband Jeffrey Ingraham of Riverdale, NY. Loving grandmother of Laura, Michael and Anthony and a favorite aunt to many. Rose was a 45 yr. veteran of Wall St. most recently with the former Alex B. & Sons where she received the William J. Herr Award prior to her retirement. Reposing Thursday 4-8 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home 6110 Riverdale Ave., Bx. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10 am at St. Gabriel's Church. Interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cure Alzheimer's Fund, www.curealz.org would be greatly appreciated.
Arthur J. Dillon
Death Notice - Dillon, Arthur J. on August 16, 2014 at the age of 86. Captain in the US Air Force. Retired Vice President and Associate General Counsel at Equitable Life Assurance Company. Loving husband of Jeanne for 61 years. Cherished father of Janet (Charles) Keane, Irene and Marian Dillon. Adored grandfather of Tracey and Brian. Reposing Wednesday 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Ave., Bronx NY. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, 11 am at St. Mary's Church (Obernburg NY). Interment St. Mary's Cemetery to follow. In lieu of flowers, donation to Calvary Hospital, 1740 Eastchester Road, Bronx Ny 10461 would be greatly appreciated.
John L. Kenny, "Louie"
Death Notice - Louie Kenny peacefully passed away on Tuesday August 12, 2014 at St Luke's Hospital in Manhattan. Louie was 79 years old. Although Louie was born in the Bronx, he moved to Ireland with his 3 brothers and loving mother at the age of 2. He often shared his treasured childhood memories with family and friends.
Louie is survived by his beloved brother James Kenny, Sisters-in-law Kathleen, Nellie and Kay. Devoted Uncle to many Nieces, Nephews as well as Grand Nieces & Nephews. Louie was a longtime resident of 1606 1st Ave,NY,NY 10028. He loved his family, home and community. Louie served in the National Guard Fort Brag and was awarded a Medal of Good Conduct in 1962. Graduated with high honors from LIU in 1966. While attending law school worked as a legal investigator at Bernard's Law Firm. Louie never pursued his dream of becoming a world class lawyer. Instead, Louie helped his brother Pat run several successful businesses in NYC including the legendary Kenny's Castaways in the East Village. In his twilight years, Louie decided to do something adventurous in life. Most people would have retired. Louie drove a NYC taxi cab. God bless you Uncle Lou! We'll miss your sense of humor and carefree spirit.
The family is having the wake from 4-8 on Sunday August 17th at Riverdale on Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Ave, Bronx, NY 10471. Funeral Mass Monday morning 9:45 at St Margaret's Cortona Church. Burial to follow at Gate of Heavens in Hawthorne, NY. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arthur Sherry
Death Notice - Sherry, Arthur on August 11, 2014. Native of Dromore, Killybrone, Co. Monaghan, Ireland. Beloved husband of Mary Sherry (nee Connolly). Loving father of Derrick (Michelle) and Brenda Green (Daniel). Cherished grandfather of Kelly, Bridget, Maggie, Claire and Michaela. Dear brother of Jimmy, Florence, Agnes and the late Maggie, Cassie, Peter, Patrick, John, Nellie and Felix. Devoted uncle to many nieces and nephews. Proud member of the Co. Monaghan Society. Retired NYC carpenter. Saxophone player with The Majestic Showband. Reposing Thursday and Friday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Ave, Bronx. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 9:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
Juan Manuel Villavicencio
Death Notice - Villavicencio, Juan Manuel on August 6, 2014 at the age of 54. Born in Ecuador to Walter and Mercedes.
Father of John & James . Reposing Friday 4-8 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home , 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx NY. Committal Private .
Timothy Dennis Bowden
Death Notice - Bowden, Timothy Dennis on August 5, 2014. Beloved husband of Nancy. Loving father of Kelly and Sean (Eva). Dear brother of Patsy, Kate and Danny Bowden. Dear nephew of Robert Bowden. Proud Vietnam Veteran. Dedicated police officer in the NYPD for almost 20 years. Distinguished recipient of the Heroes Award from the Mayor of New York City. Devoted councelor to many with alcohol and substance abuse issues. Reposing Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Ave., Bronx. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 9:45 at St. Margaret of Cortona Church, 6000 Riverdale Ave., Bronx. Interment Calverton National Cemetery, Long Island, NY.
Vincent Modica
Death Notice- Vincent Modica on August 3, 2014 at the age of 67. Adored son of Lena (nee Meli) and the late Louis . Dear brother of Ben. Reposing Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue at West 261st Street, Bronx NY. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Interment St. Raymond's Cemetery.
Helen T. Pongini
Death Notice - Helen T. Pongini peacefully passed away Thursday, July 31, 2014 at her home in Riverdale - "Skyview on the Hudson" where she lived with her son Andrew. Helen lived at Skyview since 1962. Helen was 93 years old. Helen was married to Andrew Pongini, Sr. in 1950. Andrew predeceased Helen in 1998. They were very devoted to each other and are now reunited in Heaven.
Their daughter, Joan Marie and son Andrew were the joy of their lives. They dearly loved their grandchildren, Damion, Andrea-Helene, Brandon and Colton Drew. Helen took great pride and joy in her great-granddaughter, Lily Beatrice Winter, daughter of Damion and his wife Shannon.
Helen was extremely close to her sisters, her twin, Dotty, Louise and Elsie who all predeceased her. Helen worked for many years at the Federal Reserve Bank in Manhattan. After her retirement, Helen was an active member at the Riverdale "Y" and St. Margaret's Church Senior Club. Helen also enjoyed knitting and country line dancing. Helen led a very happy and fulfilled life. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Helen will now live on in the hearts of her family.
Reposing Sunday from 1-5 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx NY. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 9:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Interment St. Raymond's Cemetery, Bronx NY.
Alice T. McGillion
Death Notice - Alice T. McGillion (nee Murphy), born June 7, 1920 in Meriden Connecticut, died July 25, 2014 at home in Greenwich, Connecticut. She was the daughter of Timothy Murphy and Julia Early Murphy and sister to John, Julia O’Donnell, Margaret Smith, James, Edward and Mary. She married Neil McGillion in 1940. They had three children, the late Aileen Clifford, Neil McGillion Jr. and Alice McGillion Zousmer. She is survived by six grandchildren, Bob Clifford, Kerry Koester, Erin Corrigan, Allison Clifford, Jesse Zousmer and Julia Zousmer, and six great grandchildren, Megan, Robert and Nicholas Clifford, Maggie and Matthew Koester, and Aileen Corrigan. Alice retired from the Transport Workers Union after 25 years in 1987. She was loved by all who knew her. Reposing Monday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx NY. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 10 am at St. Gabriel's Church. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
Gertrude M. Gallagher ("Trudy")
Death Notice - Gallagher, Gertrude "Trudy" passed away peacefully at home on July 25, 2014. Born in Youngstown Ohio to her proud parents Winifred and Michael Gallagher. Predeceased by her brother John James (J.J.") Gallagher. Devoted aunt of Rory, Desmond, Winifred Hickey, Anne Marie Mullins, Antoinette Dougan and Martina Collins. Reposing Monday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue, Bronx NY. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 10:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery.
Walter O'Connell
Death Notice - O'Connell, Walter passed away on July 23, 2014. Beloved father of Erin and Lee. Dear father-in-law of Christina. Cherished grandfather of Tiffany, Connor, Chase and Cole. Also remembered as a brother-in-law to many. Reposing Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Riverdale-on-Hudson Funeral Home, 6110 Riverdale Avenue,Bronx NY. Mass of Christian Burial Monday at 9:45 am at St. Margaret of Cortona Church. Committal Woodlawn Cemetery.