Obituaries

May 22, 2026

May 19, 2026

Christopher Jaquan Walker, 37, passed away surrounded by the love and memories of family anc friends. Jaquan will be remembered for his strength, his spirit, and the lasting impact he made on everyone who knew him.Jaquan was born in Harlem and raised in Brooklyn, where he built lifelong friendships and deep roots within his community. Known for his loyalty, kindness,...

May 18, 2026

Ida Littera

Oct 28th, 1928 - May 18th, 2026

It is with indescribable sadness that we announce the passing of this remarkable woman. All who knew my mother understood her incredible kindness and regard for others. She lived an adventurous life, embarking on a voyage from Genoa Italy to the port of Montevideo, Uruguay in 1950 to meet my dad, and start...

May 17, 2026

Soon Ja is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Chung, and her grandchildren, Alyssa DiGiacomo, Amanda Warych, and Justin Warych. Soon Ja dedicated more than 20 years of her life working as a nurse at the VA. She had a deep love for music throughout her life and enjoyed listening to classical music and loved to sing.Soon Ja enjoyed spending time...

May 13, 2026

Service Information is as follows

May-21-2026 

4:00PM - 9:00PM 

Miraglia Funeral Chapels 8519 New Utrecht Ave Brooklyn, NY 11214

May-22-2026 

11:00AM 

Saint Finbar Catholic Church 138 Bay 20th St Brooklyn, NY 11214

May-22-2026 

1:00PM 

Ocean View The Cemetery Beautiful 3315 Amboy Rd Staten Island, NY 10306

May 2, 2026

Rosanne Sclafani, born on January 21, 1940, passed away on May 2, 2026. Her passing marks the end of a life remembered with respect and solemnity.

Arrangements to honor Rosanne's memory have been made with care. A visitation will be held on May 6, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Miraglia Funeral Chapels, located at 8519 New Utrecht Ave,...

Apr 20, 2026

Heavenly Father,



Thank You for blessing our lives with a woman whose heart is so full of love and kindness. My mother is the kind of soul who would give the shirt off her back to help someone in need, never hesitating, never asking for anything in return. She is always there for her family—steady, selfless, and unwavering in her love.



Lord,...

Apr 16, 2026

Maryanne Grace Leto, 67, of Whiting, New Jersey, passed away on Thursday, April 16, at Community Medical Center.

Born May 28, 1958, in Brooklyn, New York, Maryanne was the beloved daughter of Geraldine Bohl, Lawrence D’Amato, and Philip Marchese. She grew up in Brooklyn, spent her summers in Breezy Point, and graduated from Lafayette High School in 1977.

Maryanne devoted many years...

Apr 14, 2026

Diane Aman 

August 5, 1948 – April 14, 2026

Diane Aman, age 77, of Brooklyn, New York, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, with her loving partner Shelly at her side.

Diane devoted more than 40 years of her life to social work, dedicating her career to the provision of mental health services for children and youth across New York State....

Apr 14, 2026

Apr 13, 2026

Apr 8, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Joseph Astarita on April 8, 2026.

Joseph was a kind soul who, for many years, faced a deeply difficult and private battle. His story is one of love, pain, and the weight of struggles that were not always seen by others. Though his passing leaves an immeasurable sorrow in the hearts of those...

Apr 3, 2026

Stephen Peter Shields, 66 years old, of Queens, NY, passed away on April 3rd, 2026, in Queens, NY.Born on June 19th, 1959, Dundalk, Co. Louth, Ireland, Stephen was the son of James and Elizabeth.He attended a Catholic School in Ireland and later worked as Bar Manager in his early years and Concierge for many years. Stephen was known for his...

Mar 28, 2026

Eduardo Miguel Ariza is survived by his loving family, who will forever carry his memory in their hearts. He was a devoted son, a loving father, a cherished and extraordinary brother, a brother-in-law, a proud and loving uncle—a second dad to his nephews and nieces—and the best of friends. He was also a loving dog dad to his beloved dog,...

Mar 23, 2026

Mar 21, 2026

Leonard “Lenny” Donato passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, just one month shy of his 88th birthday.

Lenny grew up on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, surrounded by close-knit family and wonderful lifelong friends. Those early years shaped his deep sense of loyalty and connection, and his stories from that time—colorful, vivid, and often hilarious—became the stuff of family...

Mar 17, 2026

Visitation

March 28, 2026 ~ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Funeral Service

March 28, 2026 ~ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Miraglia Funeral Chapels

8519 New Utrecht Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214

With heavy hearts and loving memories, we celebrate the life of John Michael Alvey, lovingly known to many as “Kid Priz” and a beloved “Mighty One,” who departed this life on March 17, 2026.

Born on...

Mar 15, 2026

Visitation

March 19, 2026 ~ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

March 20, 2026 ~ 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Miraglia Funeral Chapels

8519 New Utrecht Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214

March 20, 2026 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Burial

St. John Cemetery

80-01 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, NY 11379

March 20, 2026 10:30 AM

Mar 10, 2026

Carmine Santa Maria passed away on March 10, 2026, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of service, compassion, and devotion to his family and community. Born on August 14, 1935, Carmine was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, community leader, and friend whose presence brought warmth, laughter, and hope wherever he went.

Carmine dedicated much of his life to helping others and improving...

Mar 6, 2026

Celebrating the Life of Samuel F. DePaola

(April 21, 1929 – March 6, 2026)

Samuel “Sammy” DePaola was born on April 21, 1929. He was the youngest of three children born to Italian immigrants, Giovanni and Gaetana DiPaolo.

At eleven years of age, he developed Rheumatic Heart Fever, with his physician stating that he wouldn’t make it past the age of twenty-one. He...