'The World Lost A Great Guy': Former Rockville Centre Police Officer, Father Dies At Age 52 'The World Lost A Great Guy': Former Rockville Centre Police Officer, Father Dies At Age 52
'The World Lost A Great Guy': Former Rockville Centre Police Officer, Father Dies At Age 52 Ernest Ziegler Jr. lived life to the fullest, as evident from his many hobbies that included skydiving, motorcycle riding, fishing, boating, and scuba diving. Now loved ones are mourning the loss of the Long Island native and father of three following his death Tuesday, Aug. 16, at the age of 52, according to his obituary. Ziegler grew up in East Meadow and spent the last six years splitting his time between Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania, and Juno Beach, Florida. He was an experienced law enforcement officer, having worked as a US Border Patrol agent and officer in the New York City Police Depa…
Morgan Taylor, Renowned Kids Musician, Cartoonist From NY Dies At Age 52 Morgan Taylor, Renowned Kids Musician, Cartoonist From NY Dies At Age 52
Morgan Taylor, Renowned Kids Musician, Cartoonist From NY Dies At Age 52 If you aren’t familiar with Morgan Taylor’s music, that’s okay given you most likely are not in the New York musician's target demographic. But chances are some kids you know have jammed out to the Columbia County singer, songwriter, and cartoonist’s work while watching his award-winning Gustafer Yellowgold video series, or at one of his many live performances around the country. The two-time Grammy nominee, who lived in Chatham with his wife and two sons, died Thursday, Aug. 11, at the age of 52 following a brief illness, according to his obituary. Born in Kettering, Ohio on Sept. 5, 19…
Former Captain Of Island Park Fire Department Dies At Age 38 While Attending Fundraiser Former Captain Of Island Park Fire Department Dies At Age 38 While Attending Fundraiser
Former Captain Of Island Park Fire Department Dies At Age 38 While Attending Fundraiser A weekend fundraiser turned tragic when a Long Island firefighter who was a mentor to young recruits died from a heart attack at the age of 38. Former Capt. Michael Fischer, a 10-year veteran of the Island Park Fire Department, died Sunday, Aug. 14, at a restaurant in the village after a doctor and first responders worked to revive him for more than 40 minutes, said Former Island Park Fire Department Chief Anthony D'Esposito. D'Esposito said the day had started out like any Sunday, with a cup of coffee and then training and working with young recruits for the department. After trainin…
Support Pours In For Family Of 39-Year-Old Woman Murdered In Mineola Support Pours In For Family Of 39-Year-Old Woman Murdered In Mineola
Support Pours In For Family Of 39-Year-Old Woman Murdered In Mineola Friends of a vibrant Long Island woman allegedly shot and killed in her luxury apartment building by her boyfriend have stepped up to help her family cover funeral expenses. Marivel Estevez, age 39, of Mineola, was killed by her 55-year-old boyfriend Mark E. Small, of Elmont, around 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, July 30, in her apartment at the Allure of Mineola, said the Nassau County Police. In a bizarre twist, Small then stole Estevez's dog and took off on the Long Island Expressway where he got into an accident, police said. Earlier report: Suspect In Custody After 39-Year-Old Wom…
Ex-Hofstra Student James Caan Of 'Godfather' Fame Dies Ex-Hofstra Student James Caan Of 'Godfather' Fame Dies
Ex-Hofstra Student James Caan Of 'Godfather' Fame Dies James Caan, the New York-born actor best-known for his highly acclaimed roles in “The Godfather,” “Elf,” and “Misery,” has died at the age of 82. His death was announced on Caan's official Twitter account: “It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6. The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time." Caan, who will forever be known for playing “Sonny” Corleone, the brother to Al Pacino’s Michael, in the "Godfather," was honored for his work …
Cause Of Death Revealed For Ex-Yale Football Star Who Died During Navy SEAL Hell Week Training Cause Of Death Revealed For Ex-Yale Football Star Who Died During Navy SEAL Hell Week Training
Cause Of Death Revealed For Ex-Yale Football Star Who Died During Navy SEAL Hell Week Training The cause of death has been revealed for a former Yale University football standout and Navy SEAL candidate who died during "Hell Week" training in February. Kyle Mullen, age 24, of Manalapan, New Jersey, died as a result of pneumonia during the training at Naval Base Coronado in California, his mom tells NJ Advance Media citing an autopsy report from the  Armed Forces Medical Examiner. Mullen, who played defensive end for Yale where he was team captain in 2018, was unable to stand or walk on his own and wheelchair bound before he died, and had been coughing and spitting up red-tinged flui…
Support Builds For Family Of Long Beach Fireman Who Died In Crash With Tree Support Builds For Family Of Long Beach Fireman Who Died In Crash With Tree
Support Builds For Family Of Long Beach Fireman Who Died In Crash With Tree Tens of thousands of dollars have poured in to support the family of a firefighter from Long Island who died when a tree fell on an SUV he was traveling in. Casey Skudin, age 45, of Long Beach, died on Friday, June 17, when a tree fell on the vehicle he was driving in Asheville, North Carolina, according to a GoFundMe set up for his family. Earlier report - Highly-Decorated FDNY Member From Long Beach Dies After Tree Falls On SUV Skudin, his wife, Angela, and his sons, 19-year-old Ben and 10-year-old CJ, were on vacation to celebrate Skudin's birthday and Father's Day, according …
NY Deli Owner Killed In Crash Involving Tree Remembered For 'Giant Smile' NY Deli Owner Killed In Crash Involving Tree Remembered For 'Giant Smile'
NY Deli Owner Killed In Crash Involving Tree Remembered For 'Giant Smile' The owner of a popular Hudson Valley deli who died in an accident over the weekend is being remembered for his kindness and positivity. Orange County resident Anthony Apostolico, age 48, of Chester, died on Sunday, June 19, when a tree fell on top of a pickup truck that he was a passenger in.  Police said the accident happened in Rockland County on the Palisades Interstate Parkway in Stony Point. The driver of the pickup truck, 20-year-old Vincent Apostolico, of Chester, was hospitalized in critical condition, and another passenger, a 17-year-old girl from Chester, was also hospi…
Support Pours In For Family Of 17-Year-Old Long Island Girl Killed In Crash Support Pours In For Family Of 17-Year-Old Long Island Girl Killed In Crash
Support Pours In For Family Of 17-Year-Old Long Island Girl Killed In Crash Support is pouring in from the community and friends for the family of a 17-year-old Long Island girl who died after a crash. Isabel Carella, of Smithtown, was killed in Commack on Wednesday, June 15 when the vehicle she was riding in swerved to avoid another vehicle and hit a Jeep, said the Suffolk County Police. Also injured in the crash were several other teens, police said. Earlier report: IDs Released For Teenager Killed, Others Involved In Commack Crash In a GoFundMe effort to raise funds for her funeral and offset other expenses, more than $73,000 has been raised of a $75,000…
College Lacrosse Player From Long Island Remembered For 'Infectious Smile' College Lacrosse Player From Long Island Remembered For 'Infectious Smile'
College Lacrosse Player From Long Island Remembered For 'Infectious Smile' A college lacrosse player from the region who died suddenly over the Memorial Day weekend is being remembered for his "infectious smile," and his love of his family and friends. Long Island resident Aidan James Kaminska, age 19, of Port Jefferson, died unexpectedly on the morning of Monday, May 30, according to his obituary. A lifelong resident of Port Jefferson, Kaminska attended the Port Jefferson School District, graduating in 2020.  He went on to be a student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, majoring in communications, and was a member of the Minutemen's Division I mens’ la…
NY College Student Killed In Crash Remembered For 'Contagious Laughter' NY College Student Killed In Crash Remembered For 'Contagious Laughter'
NY College Student Killed In Crash Remembered For 'Contagious Laughter' A college student killed in a crash on I-87 is being remembered for her "contagious laughter." Saratoga County resident Katryn R. Fisher, of Ballston Spa, was age 22. The crash happened on the Northway stretch of I-87 at around 9:55 p.m. Saturday, May 28 on the northbound side in Albany County in the town of Colonie. Known as Katie, "she was a shining bright light, with an unbelievable smile," according to her obituary. "She had such a hysterical sense of humor and her contagious laughter brought joy to everyone around her.  "Katie was such an incredibly responsible and safety-c…
NY Broadcasting Pioneer William O’Shaughnessy Dies NY Broadcasting Pioneer William O’Shaughnessy Dies
NY Broadcasting Pioneer William O’Shaughnessy Dies William O’Shaughnessy, a broadcasting pioneer in New York, died at his home in Connecticut on Saturday, May 28. He was 84. O'Shaughnessy was owner and president of Whitney Radio, which owns and operates WVOX in Westchester County. A 1999 New York Times profile described O'Shaughnessy as "a flamboyant figure, a tall man with bright silver hair and a penchant for London-made suits and Corvette convertibles." He was born April 7, 1938 to William Mac O’Shaughnessy of Elmira and Catherine Pauline Tucker of Waverly, according to his obituary. As president and editorial director, he presided for…