Bronx Town Crier

12/28/2025

With regret, I inform you of the passing of Catherine Doyle.

(Family written obituary) Beloved sister of Marianne and aunt of Carolyn and Tom.

She was a lifelong resident of Throggs Neck and enjoyed a long time career in the supermarket business.

Cathy was hardworking and energetic with many interests especially spending time with family, travel, sports and music.

Generous , kindhearted and full of life, she will be deeply missed.

The Wake will be held on Monday (12/29) from 3-7pm at Schuyler Hill Funeral Home.

My deepest condolences to the family. May Cathy Rest in Peace.

12/28/2025

With regret, I inform you of the passing of Florence "Dolly" Hagan.

(Family written obituary) Florence Hofer Hagan, lovingly known to everyone as “Dolly”, passed away unexpectedly on Christmas Eve, 2025. At 84 years old she was still very much at the center of her family’s orbit- a role she cherished every day of her life.

Born January 11, 1941, in Bayside, Queens, to Martha Hofer and Thomas Lang, Dolly grew up one of six siblings: Thomas ("Brother"), Martha ("Sissy"), Emma ("Tootsie"), Jeannie, and Maureen. They stayed close through every phase of life, rarely missing each other's milestones or their children's or grandchildren's. She always said she couldn't imagine a better time to have grown up, and she carried that warmth into the family she built.

She married Francis “Frank” Hagan on May 5, 1962, and together they made their home in the Woodlawn section of the Bronx. In a small apartment that somehow always felt big enough, they raised four sons, Frank, Michael, Sean, and Joseph. It became the setting for decades of birthdays, holidays, and the steady coming and going of family and friends, where bagpipes were simply part of the background noise. Her mother-in-law, Catherine “Cassie” Hagan, whom she looked up to and regarded dearly, lived upstairs for a time and was an integral part of the family. It was home in the truest sense and remained hers for the rest of her life.

Dolly worked as a school matron at St. Barnabas High School and was later inducted into its Inaugural Hall of Fame Class. She was a longtime parishioner of St. Barnabas Church, and she showed her faith quietly and steadfastly through how she lived.

She was not a quiet observer. Dolly ran commentary on everything with sharp, quick humor and noticed it all. She remembered every birthday, every milestone, every detail. That same attentiveness came with an unwavering optimism. She led with hope, even when she didn’t have to. Summers meant the Jersey Shore- rented houses in Belmar with her family for decades, forging traditions that carried forward into the next generations, and later, trips to Lake George with her siblings, nieces, and nephews.

She was at the helm of Christmas for years, famously so, and she left everyone with a deep love for the holidays. Her door was always open. Big gatherings happened for birthdays, holidays, grandkids' milestones- any excuse to get everyone together. She ordered thoughtful, personalized gifts from catalogs until the very end, including her own grandma “merch” because she was proud of the title and not shy about it. She welcomed every new person who entered the family as if they had always belonged.

She is survived by her four sons: Francis Jr. (Halina), Michael (Nadia), Sean (Eileen), and Joseph (Margherita); her 16 grandchildren: Cathy, Nicole, Shannon (Chris), Michael, Thomas, Casey, Michelle, Frankie, Brianna, Joey, Erin, Sean, Tara, Lily, Madeline, and Emma; and her two great-grandchildren, Ryleigh and Declan, children of Shannon and Chris Beihl. She is also survived by her sisters Jean and Tootsie and an extended family that could fill a small church—which it will.

Above all, Dolly leaves behind a legacy of closeness. She was deeply proud of her family and made sure everyone knew it, publicly and privately, never missing a chance to say it or show it, and maintaining deep, personal relationships with each of the people she loved and who loved her in return.

Viewing will be held on Monday, December 29, 2025 from 3:00 - 9:00 P.M. in Hodder Farenga Funeral Home, 899 McLean Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10704

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 9:30 A.M. in St. Barnabas Church, Bronx, NY.

Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY

My deepest condolences to the family. May Dolly Rest in Peace.

12/28/2025

With regret, I inform you of the recent and untimely passing of Mario Migliucci.

A memorial service in his memory will be held on Tuesday, December 30th, from 5-8 pm, at D'Bari Funeral Home, located at 605 East 188th Street, Bronx, NY 10458.

My deepest condolences to the family. May Mario Rest in Peace.

12/24/2025

With regret, I inform you of the passing of Maria Rocchio

(Family written obituary) Maria Rocchio, born in Gallo Matese in the Provincia di Caserta, Italy, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, in Armonk, New York, at the home of her youngest daughter, Pasqua, and son-in-law, Carmine. She was 89 years old.

Maria was the beloved eldest daughter of Domenico and Domenica Assalone and the devoted wife of Antonio Rocchio. A loving mother to her four children—Angela, Silvestro, Domenico, and Pasqua—she was the proud grandmother of nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, each of whom brought her immense joy.

Maria’s life was defined by her deep love for family. She filled every room with warmth, laughter, and kindness, leaving a lasting impression on all who were fortunate enough to know her. Her beautiful spirit, unwavering devotion, and gentle presence will be forever cherished and lovingly remembered.

The family extends their deepest and most heartfelt gratitude to Maria’s caregivers, whose compassion, patience, and loving care brought her comfort, dignity, and peace. Their dedication will always be remembered with sincere appreciation.

The funeral arrangements are as follows: the Wake will be held Sunday (12/28) from 3-7pm at Schuyler Hill Funeral Home; and the Funeral Mass will be held on Monday (12/29) at 10am at St. Frances de Chantal.

My deepest condolences to the family. May Maria Rest in Peace.

12/18/2025

With regret, I inform you of the passing of Wayne Keeney.

(excerpted Obituary courtesy of R. Chumney/GreenwichTime) Wayne Keeney, a Marine, a former detective, prosecutor, defense attorney and state magistrate has died. He was 76.

Known as a no-nonsense defense attorney, Keeney spent decades practicing law in Connecticut courtrooms before serving as a family support magistrate and in other state-appointed roles.

Keeney was raised in the Bronx and began working as a New York Police officer when he was 20 years old, following in the footsteps of his detective father. He later moved to Florida where he served a detective and was assigned to a special drug task force.

Keeney eventually moved back home and earned a law degree at New York Law School before embarking across the country to San Diego to begin his legal career. He initially served as a defense investigator and then took a job as a prosecutor.

Keeney’s career was interrupted about 15 years ago when he suffered an 18-month bout with non-alcoholic hepatitis that nearly proved fatal. He previously told the Greenwich Times that he believed the illness was linked to his training to be a U.S. Marine at Camp Lejeune in the late 1960s.

He eventually managed to recover after undergoing an emergency liver transplant operation and was reinstated to the bar in 2010. He then quickly returned to representing clients.

“I feel like I have a new lease on life,” Keeney said at the time. “Once I was back in the courthouse, the energy here makes me completely forget any physical disabilities I ever had.”

The funeral arrangements are as follows: the Wake will be held on Sunday (12/21) at Schuyler Hill from 3-7pm; and the Funeral Mass will be Monday (12/22) at 10am at the Stanwich Church.

My deepest condolences to the family. May Wayne Rest in Peace. Thank you for your Service to our Country and our City.

12/15/2025

With regret, I inform you of the passing of Maryann Crorkin.

Maryann, formerly of the Bronx and recently of Brick Township, New Jersey passed away peacefully with family by her bedside at her residence in Melbourne, Florida at the age of 87.

Maryann Klyberg Crorkin was born to her parents Dorothy and Thomas Klyberg in Hell’s Kitchen, New York City. Maryann was the middle daughter of nine children that had two handsome sons and seven beautiful daughters. The Klybergs were a large, happy and extremely closeknit family

Maryann married the love of her life, Patrick Crorkin in 1960. Maryann and Pat raised their children in Throggs Neck where they were an integral part of the community. While Pat worked the local firehouse and local bar, sweet and kind Maryann was working the East Tremont Chase Branch in Throggs Neck before the ever-cautious Maryann later got her driver’s license in her 40s and went on to work in Chase’s Riverdale Branch.

Maryann was always the beautiful and quiet strength behind the lively Crorkin family, and she remained extremely close with her siblings throughout her long life, choosing to move down to Florida to be near her sisters after the passing of her husband. Maryann and her fun-loving extended family spent many happy, fun-filled summers in Lavalette, New Jersey enjoying each other’s company throughout her life.

Maryann was predeceased by her loving husband in 2023. Maryann is survived by her cherished children Coleen (Jack O’Flanagan) and Patrick (Christine); her devoted grandchildren Patrick (Jenna), Kelsie (Chris Rockwell), Michael and Kelly and great-grandchild Isla. Maryann is also survived by four of her sisters, Joannie Carolyn Eileen and Maureen, and sister-in-law Margaret Crorkin Dixon and numerous nieces and nephews

A Memorial to Celebrate Maryann’s Life will be held after the New Year in Melbourne, Florida.

My very deepest condolences to the Crorkin Family. May Maryann Rest in Peace.

12/11/2025

With regret, I inform you of the passing of Jerry Meade.

(Family written obituary) Gerald “Jerry” Meade, born on May 14, 1937, in the Bronx to Dorthea and Joseph Meade. A proud New Yorker, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Gerald lived a life defined by quiet strength, unwavering loyalty, and a heart full of generosity.

For many years, Gerald worked as an engraver at the American Bank Note Company, a profession he took great pride in. On September 11, 1965, he married the love of his life, Rosa DiFolco, also from the Bronx. This year, they joyfully celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary, a remarkable milestone that reflected a lifetime of partnership, devotion, and enduring love.

Together, they raised two children, Susan (Anthony) and Gerald (Denise), who were the lights of his life. His legacy continues through his six beloved grandchildren — Lauren (Matthew), Anthony (Caroline), Matthew, Justin, Emma, and Megan — and his cherished twin great-granddaughters, Isabella and Madelynn.

Family was everything to Gerald. He found his greatest happiness simply being surrounded by those he loved. He was his grandchildren’s biggest supporter, never missing a hockey, baseball, or volleyball game. One of his greatest joys was watching his great-granddaughters play T-ball, cheering them on with the same enthusiasm and pride he offered to every generation of his family.

A wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Gerald was the steady, loving center of his family. He would do anything for those he loved and was always there when needed — never asking for anything in return. His constant smile, gentle presence, and boundless kindness touched everyone who knew him.

He will be deeply and forever missed, yet his warmth, love, and devotion will live on in the hearts of his family.

The funeral arrangements are as follows: the Wake will be held on Friday (12/12) at Schuyler Hill Funeral Home from 3-7pm ; and the Funeral Mass will be held in Tuckahoe at Immaculate Conception Church at 9:30am.

My deepest condolences to the family. May Jerry Rest in Peace.

12/10/2025

With regret, I inform you of the passing of Thomas Siegel, Jr. on December 6, 2025. He was only 63 years old.

The family would like to thank everyone for their love, support and understanding during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom's memory to the Alzheimer's Association.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Cargain Funeral Home, 10 Fowler Avenue Carmel, NY.

A Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate Thomas's life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Our Lady of the Lake Church, 1 Doherty Drive, Carmel, NY.

Following Mass, a private cremation will take place.

My deepest condolences to the family. May Tom Rest in Peace.

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Mr. Thomas Siegel, our beloved Pre-Calculus and AP Computer Science Principles teacher. For 22 years, Mr. Siegel was a dedicated educator, coach, and mentor who inspired countless Spellman students. His loss will be deeply felt across our community.

Mr. Siegel was a devoted husband to Colleen, a loving father to Breanne '06 and Corianne '09, and a proud grandfather. Many in our community will remember him as a teacher, coach, mentor, and supporter of student life.

Details for the wake and funeral can be found in his obituary here. https://www.cargainfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Thomas-Siegel-Jr?obId=46586220

Please keep the Siegel family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time, and join us in honoring the many lives he touched at Cardinal Spellman High School.

11/21/2025

With regret, I inform you of passing of Antonia Ada Paone.

(Family written obituary) Antonia Ada Paone, 97, of Dobbs Ferry, formerly of Bronx, passed away on November 19, 2025.

She is survived by her son Anthony (Dina) Paone; daughters Angela (Charlie) DiPaolo and AnneMarie (Lawrence) DelPrincipe; and five grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband Joseph and by her granddaughter Alessandra.

Mass of the Resurrection will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025, 10:00AM at St. Clare of Assisi Church, Bronx.

Visiting will be held on Sunday, November 23, 2025 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm Edwards-Dowdle Funeral Home, Dobbs Ferry.

Those wishing to make a donations, may sent to:
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

My deepest condolences to the family. May Antonia Rest in Peace.

11/16/2025

With regret, I inform you of the passing of Barbara Sauro.

(Family written obituary) Barbara was a loving sister, aunt of 5, sister- in-law, loyal friend. She passed peacefully in her sleep on vacation at her happiest place, Disney World.

Barbara was a nurse for 47 years, she graduated from Mount Vernon Nursing School in 1978 were she made lifelong friends. She retired in 2024 from St. Barnabas Hospital.

If you knew Barbara you knew she loved Disney, reading, and Christmas.

Barbara will be extremely missed by her family and many great friends.

Barbara is predeceased by her Dad, Joe and Mom, Ann.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a Breast Cancer cause.

The funeral arrangements are as follows: the Wake will be at Schuyler Hill Funeral Home on
Wednesday (11/19) from 2-7pm; and the Funeral Mass will be at St. Benedict’s Church at 9:30am on Thursday (11/20).

My deepest condolences to the family. May Barbara Rest in Peace.

11/13/2025

With regret, I inform you of the sudden, untimely passing of Johnandrew LaRusso.

(Family written obituary) JohnAndrew LaRusso a/k/a Johnnyboy a/k/a Rebel, age 49 born on January 11, 1976 died Sunday November 9, 2025 at his home in the Bronx. He was a local one bricklayer for over 20 years.

He was a beloved husband to Meredith and father to Andrew. He was the youngest son of John and Annie. He also was the brother to Joseph and Philip as well as a brother-in-law to Diane and Sady. He also was an amazing uncle to Doriana, Joey boy, Katie and Michael. He had the best sense of humor and he had a heart as large as he was. He loved his Yankees and Patriots as well as his Marlboro Red 100s. He is going to be missed and loved more than he ever knew.

The funeral arrangements are being handled by Sisto Funeral Home, and the Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday (11/19) at 9:45am at St. Theresa's Church.

My very deepest condolences to the family. May John Rest in Peace.

11/10/2025

With regret, I inform you of the passing of Bill Carter, Sr.

(Obituary written by the White Cross Fishing Club) Bill passed away peacefully while under the care of the VA Hospital.

Although like most Veterans, you wouldn’t know it, but Bill was a US ARMY KOREAN WAR VETERAN who proudly served with the artillery division and fought proudly for our country.

Never at a loss for words, his kindness and sense of humor - sometimes in the most inappropriate situations - will be remembered and appreciated forever. He truly loved the White Cross Club - raising his children there alongside his wife Pat - with whom he will now be reunited.

The funeral arrangements are as follows: the Wake will be held Thursday (11/13) at Schuyler Hill from 3pm - 7pm; and the Funeral Mass on Friday (11/14) at 11:00am at Saint Frances de Chantal

A celebration of Bill’s life will be held immediately after the funeral at the White Cross. All are invited and encouraged to attend - it is truly what he would have wanted.

My very deepest condolences to the family. May Bill Rest in Peace. Thank you for your Service to our Country, Sir.