Matthew Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Matthew Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. A tradition of our family serving your family. Serving Staten Island and beyond since 1967. For us, serving you at a time of need is more than a business.

The most important part of a family funeral home is the family itself. Today, we are carrying on the tradition of service started by our parents over 40 years ago. Along with our professional staff, we believe in being available and attentive to the needs of Staten Island families at any time of the day or night. Families turn to us in times of need the way they would turn to any close and trusted friend. Our tradition of service, and our deep connection with the community, do make a difference. It is a privilege.

As the New Year begins, we’re here to offer clarity, guidance, and compassionate care. Call us today for more informatio...
12/27/2025

As the New Year begins, we’re here to offer clarity, guidance, and compassionate care. Call us today for more information 718-761-5544.

Serving our community starts with great people — join our team at Matthew Funeral Home.
12/26/2025

Serving our community starts with great people — join our team at Matthew Funeral Home.

Happy Holidays from our family to yours❤️💚
12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from our family to yours❤️💚

Winter Solstice
12/21/2025

Winter Solstice

Kimberly Mohlenhoff Potenza, 57, of Travis passed away unexpectantly on December 15. She was the beloved wife of Joseph ...
12/20/2025

Kimberly Mohlenhoff Potenza, 57, of Travis passed away unexpectantly on December 15. She was the beloved wife of Joseph Potenza, loving mother of John. She is survived by her mother, Diane Mohlenhoff, brother, Keith (Janet). She is also survived by her many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Kim started her career working with her mother at Hasson & Tobin law firm on Bay Street. This paved the way for her working for over 25 years at the Richmond County Public Administrator’s office serving under multiple Public Administrators.

Outside of work hours Kim had many interests. She had unflappable patience and a famously dry sense of humor. She enjoyed watching British TV, especially murder mysteries and could always recommend something new to watch. In keeping with her British interests, a niece remembers her doing a fantastic Mick Jagger impression.

Her interest in gardening stemmed from the Mohlenhoff family heritage. She enjoyed get-togethers with “The Cousins,” and always had a good story to tell. She practiced yoga and in direct contrast to the calm of yoga, enjoyed heavy metal music, particularly Motley Crue and Metallica. She will be greatly missed by all, especially at The Cousin’s gatherings.

Visitation at the Matthew Funeral Home, Inc., 2508 Victory Boulevard, on Monday, 12/22, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 PM. A Funeral Service at the Funeral Home is scheduled for Tuesday, 12/23 at 10:00 AM, with interment to follow at Ocean View Cemetery.

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Beloved Jose Ramon Rodriguez passed away in the early afternoon of December 15th, 2025. He was born on August 21,1947 in...
12/19/2025

Beloved Jose Ramon Rodriguez passed away in the early afternoon of December 15th, 2025. He was born on August 21,1947 in San Juan on the “Isla del Encanto”, Puerto Rico. He was one of six children, two boys and four girls. He grew up in Brooklyn, New York. Jose loved to work with his hands and pursued an occupation of superintendent/handyman. He was always busy painting, building, or fixing something.

He was married to Sylvia Rodriguez for 41 blessed years. His children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were his pride and joy. His children are as follows: Naomi and her husband Maurice, Joshua and his wife Dalilah, Maria, and Jessica. Jose also had the blessing of having two granddaughters (Tanisha, Destiny), five grandsons (Matteo, Levi, Joshua, Joseph, Malik) and two great granddaughters.

Jose was a devoted born again Christian and loved Jesus Christ with all his heart. He was a part of an evangelistic ministry that traveled to different parts of the world and churches to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. His hobbies included camping, nature walks, fishing, bike riding, going to the beach with his family and playing with his grandchildren. He enjoyed watching the good old black and white films as well as movies that made him laugh. He had a blessed talent in making his world-famous flan which was the main dessert at every holiday event and his family always looked forward to eating it. He was known for his Celia Cruz joke of her English not being so very good looking. He will be missed, loved, appreciated, and remembered.

Funeral from the Matthew Funeral Home, Inc., 2508 Victory Boulevard, on Monday, 12/22, departing at 10:45 AM. Funeral service will be held at Matthew Funeral Home at 10:00 AM. Interment to follow at Rosehill Cemetery, Linden, NJ. Family and friends are invited to visit on Sunday, 12/21, from 2:00-5:00 and 7:00-9:00 PM

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Benedetta Perri, 86, of Brooklyn, New York, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025.She was the beloved wife of the l...
12/15/2025

Benedetta Perri, 86, of Brooklyn, New York, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025.

She was the beloved wife of the late Nicholas Perri; devoted mother of Nicholas, Debra, Frank, Paul, Steven, and Michael; and cherished grandmother of 13. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, Benedetta cherished her summers spent in Monticello with family. A dedicated homemaker with a big heart and gentle spirit, she was a woman of deep faith who enjoyed attending church, participating in her senior group the Red Hats, and staying active with yoga/walking.

Fiercely independent, she found great joy in time spent with her grandchildren, gathering with loved ones, and sharing a good home-cooked meal.

Funeral from the Matthew Funeral Home, Inc., 2508 Victory Boulevard, on Friday, 12/19, departing at 10:30 AM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary R.C. Church, (Brooklyn, NY) at 11:30 AM. Interment will follow in Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY. Family and friends are invited to visit on Thursday, 12/18, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

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In Loving Memory ofPeter S. DenaroApril 23, 1933 – December 13, 2025Peter Denaro passed away peacefully on December 13, ...
12/15/2025

In Loving Memory of

Peter S. Denaro
April 23, 1933 – December 13, 2025

Peter Denaro passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, in his home, with his devoted daughter, Felisa Nickel, at his side.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Victoria “Dolly” Denaro and is survived by his beloved daughter Felisa Nickel and his son-in-law George Nickel.

He will be remembered for his dignity, quiet strength, and the love he held for his family. His memory will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Funeral from the Matthew Funeral Home, Inc., 2508 Victory Boulevard, on Thursday, 12/18, departing at 10:30 AM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Pity R.C. Church at 11:00 AM. Interment to follow at St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, Long Island, NY. Family and friends are invited to visit on Thursday, 12/18, from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

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Wishing you a bright and joyful Hanukkah filled with light, love, and peace. 🕯️
12/15/2025

Wishing you a bright and joyful Hanukkah filled with light, love, and peace. 🕯️

“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day….unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed...
12/12/2025

“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day….unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, and very dear.”

Eleanor Sylvia Johnson, age 86, of Staten Island, New York, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2026, surrounded by love.
Born on July 17, 1939, in Staten Island, New York, Eleanor was the cherished daughter of John Henry and Sylvia Degroat. She grew up in a large, close-knit family and carried those values of love and togetherness throughout her life.

In June of 1960, Eleanor married her soulmate, Autry Johnson, and together they built a beautiful life filled with devotion and joy. She was a proud mother to Autry Neil Johnson and Stacey Tina Johnson and, and her greatest happiness came from her family. Eleanor’s love extended to her seven grandchildren—Neily Johnson Jr, Nikki Johnson, Sherell Johnson, Anthony Johnson, Paulie Johnson, James Marc, and Ty'Son Lawton-Johnson—and her great-grandchildren, Zylah Marc, Leilani Johnson and Paulie Johnson Jr. who brought her endless smiles.

Eleanor graduated from McKee High School in 1956 and dedicated 28 years of service to Chase Manhattan Bank before retiring. She was admired for her strong work ethic and warm personality, which touched everyone she met.

Beyond her career, Eleanor embraced life with joy and passion. She loved the simple pleasures—bowling with friends, spontaneous trips to Atlantic City, and savoring meals at Red Lobster. Family traditions, like playing Corners, always brought laughter and connection. Music was another source of happiness for Eleanor—Jahiem was one of her favorite artists, and whenever his song “Just in Case” played, her face would light up as she danced with pure joy, filling the room with love, laughter, and unforgettable energy.

Eleanor is survived by her daughter Stacey, her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchild, and her brother Marshall Degroat. She now joins in eternal peace with her son Autry Neil Johnson, her parents, and her siblings: Marilyn Carter, Barbra Illidge, Sarah Henry, Constance King, Parcella Degroat, Henry John Degroat, Christy Degroat, and Georgie Degroat.

Her life was a testament to love, family, and joy. Eleanor will be deeply missed but forever remembered by all who were blessed to know her.

Visitation at the Matthew Funeral Home, Inc., 2508 Victory Boulevard on Saturday, 12/13, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. A Service is scheduled at 5:30 PM.

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Catherine Mary Imp, 88, of Bulls Head, passed away on December 8, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Raymond R. Imp (dec...
12/11/2025

Catherine Mary Imp, 88, of Bulls Head, passed away on December 8, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Raymond R. Imp (deceased) for 65 years; Loving mother of Jeannemarie Logan-DiMaso and son-in-law Joseph DiMaso, Steven G. Imp and daughter-in-law Helene. She was the cherished grandmother of Kerrilynn Shah and her husband Daniel, Brian Logan and his wife Hikaru Yamagishi, Jordan Imp, and Zachary Imp. Catherine was also the cherished great-grandmother of Noelle Shah, Nathan Shah, and Miku Yamagishi-Logan, and dear sister of Maryanne Keegan. A woman of strong faith, she spent her entire life in service to her family, who all loved her deeply.

Born Catherine Mary Parisi on July 6, 1937, she met the love of her life Raymond while a 16-year-old student at Newtown High School in Elmhurst, New York. Her life was devoted to the love and care of her immediate and extended family. She particularly enjoyed cooking (her specialty was eggplant parmigiana), baking (most notably Christmas cookies), reading, watching movies and spending time at her “happy place” on Long Beach Island on the Jersey Shore. She maintained her sharp sense of humor even through the significant health issues of her later years. She was a selfless and loving soul who will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Funeral from the Matthew Funeral Home, Inc., 2508 Victory Boulevard, on Saturday, 12/13, departing at 9:30 AM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Pity R.C. Church at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at Moravian Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to visit on Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

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