All Obituaries

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert James Altieri on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. He was born on January 8, 1962, in the Belmont section of the Bronx, New York, to Giovanni and Antoinette. He grew up in a neighborhood where neighbors became friends and family. Robert proudly served as a New York City Police Department Detective for 20 years before retiring. Robert is lovingly remembered by his three children, Kristin, Robert, and Frankie. He was a devoted and proud grandfather ...

Patrick Joseph Murphy Beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Friend Patrick Joseph Murphy, 38, a lifelong resident of Pearl River, NY. He was the beloved son of Peggy (Healy) and Sean Murphy, cherished brother of Kerry Murphy Dolan and brother-in-law to Ted Dolan, and a proud uncle to Danny and Jack Dolan. Patrick was also a devoted Godfather to Danny Dolan, Tristan Tapia, and Nora Pogeweit. He was the adored nephew of Brendan and Kathie Murphy of Tampa, FL; Terry Healy of Marlboro, NY; Nancy ...

Joseph Anthony Brancatelli, Jr. passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 10, 1965 in Suffern, NY, he was the beloved son of Joseph Anthony Brancatelli, Sr. and Mary Brancatelli. From an early age he carried a quiet strength, a generous spirit, and a deep appreciation for the people that filled his life with meaning. Joseph grew up in Pear River, NY attending St. Margaret’s School and later graduating from Albertus Magnus High ...

Joseph DeMatte, age 91, of Pearl River, NY, passed away peacefully at the Joe Raso Hospice Residence on March 13, 2026. Born on March 19, 1934, in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late William and Josephine DeMatte. Joseph was a man of profound dedication to both his country and his city. He honorably served in the U.S. Air Force before beginning a 37-year career as a firefighter with the FDNY. His commitment to service extended into his local community as a longtime member of the ...

Dorothy M. McLinskey (née Schulz), of Pearl River, NY, a resident for 60 years, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, at CareOne in Westwood, NJ. She was 90 years old. Born on September 12, 1935, in Middle Village, Queens, NY.  Dorothy was the daughter of Eunice and Oscar Schulz. She graduated from the Flower Fifth Avenue Hospital School of Nursing at New York Medical College and went on to build a long and meaningful career as a Registered Nurse. Dorothy worked for many years ...

John J. Casey of Pearl River, New York died at home March 10, 2026.  Mr. Casey worked as a Senior Sales and Marketing Director for Dow Jones & Co. in New York City before retiring in 2000.  Mr. Casey was born March 27,1939 in Albany, New York to John and Evelyn Lind Casey.  He graduated  from Iona College with and English degree and was quick to correct someone when they mispronounced the English language.  He is survived by his loving wife Rose and his three ...

Cheyanne Walsh of Middletown, New York, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026.   Born on May 10, 1972, in Suffern, New York. She was raised in Pearl River, New York. Pearl River will always be home.    Cheyanne worked at Burlington Coat Factory in Middletown, NY, for 20 years. She was known for her strong work ethic, unforgettable laugh and most of all, her deep love for her children.   She is survived by her six children: Amanda Stout, Desiree Stout, Brianna ...

Catherine “Cáit” Dowd of the Bronx, NY, Catherine passed away on February 25, 2026 surrounded by family. Catherine was born on March 23, 1938 to John Dowd and Nora Sullivan Dowd in Clounsharraugh, Cloghane, County Kerry, Ireland. She moved to New York City in 1957 where she worked at Equitable Life. She is survived by her niece, Ann (Brian) McRory, and nephews John Lovett, Patrick (Karen) O’Sullivan, Owen (Tisha) O’Sullivan, and David (Geri) O’Sullivan. ...

Gregory F. Whalen, age 79, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026 in Suffern, New York. He was born on April 9, 1946, in the Fordham section of the Bronx. Greg was the son of Francis and Eleanor Whalen.  He was educated at St Nicholas of Tolentine and later attended Iona College on a basketball scholarship. Greg proudly served his country in the United States Navy, joining in 1966 and receiving an honorable discharge in 1969. Following his military service, he dedicated twenty years of ...

We announce the passing of John Peter Wynne on February 10, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Kathleen. His son, Danny and wife Tara Wynne. Daughter Karen Wynne Derrico and  son-in-law Marc . His grandchildren Brady, Ella, Tristan, and Bradley. Sister Mary Beth and husband, Paul Leggett and his nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by his parents John and Eleanor Wynne, his brother Kevin Wynne and Niece Kaylyn Wynne.  John Peter Wynne was born in Scranton, ...