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Man Found Dead On Long Island Worked With NYC Opera, Became Chef
A man whose body was found in a Long Island cove has been identified as a former employee of the New York City Opera and a chef who had a lifelong passion for music.
Keith Viagas, of Sag Harbor, died on Saturday, Aug. 6, from drowning near his home in Sag Harbor Cove. He was age 63.
Viagas grew up in Franklin Square, attending both John Street School and H. Frank Carey High School, where he appeared in musicals, according to his obituary.
His late father, Anthony Viagas, was a jazz musician, and Viagas lived in a home filled with music.
"At one point Keith would be pl…
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…
Charles Entenmann, Who Turned Long Island Bakery Into National Brand, Dies
Charles Entenmann, who helped turn his family's Long Island bakery into a national brand, has died at the age of 92.
Entenmann died peacefully on Thursday, Feb. 24, according to his obituary.
He is survived by his daughter, Susan Nalewajk, his son, Charles W. Entenmann, and his seven grandchildren, his obituary reads.
Entenmann, along with his two brothers and his mother, worked together to expand their family bakery, located in Bay Shore.
The Entenmann's company went on to manufacture a variety of baked goods, such as cookies, donuts, and cakes, which are sold by retailers across the Uni…
Medical Worker In NY Dies At Age 33
A Westchester County medical worker has died at the age of 33.
Bryan DuBois, of New Rochelle, died on Wednesday, Dec. 22, according to his obituary.
DuBois was a registered psychiatric nurse at Westchester Medical Center and a graduate of Cochran School of Nursing.
"Bryan was known for his infectious laugh, great sense of humor, and a big heart filled with generosity," his obituary reads. "He will be missed by all who knew him. Bryan lived life to the fullest enjoying bodybuilding, drawing, music, and enjoying the beach with friends."
He is survived by his parents, Jeffrey DuBois and…
Popular Owner Of Huntington Pizzeria Dies
Modesto DiRaimo who was the popular owner of DiRaimo Pizzeria in Huntington died Friday, Aug. 16, at age 83.
DiRaimo of Woodbury owned the restaurant for 41 years, according to his obituary.
He was born on Oct. 26, 1935.
He was the husband of the late Elana and father of Joseph(Christine), Maryellen(Joseph) and Steven(Elizabeth).
He was the grandfather of Victoria, Joseph, Modesto, Stefano, Elena, and Lucia; and brother of Annibale, Elena, Rosa, and the late Alba.
Modesto is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A funeral mass was held Tuesday, Aug. 20.
Condolence…
Walter Rissmeyer, Long Island Business Owner, Dies At 44
Walter Rissmeyer, a West Babylon business owner with a loyal following of customers, died Thursday, July 4 at a hospice in Rockville Centre. He was 44.
Rissmeyer was passionate about automobiles and owned S & W Auto for the last two decades, according to his obituary.
He was born on Dec. 21, 1974, to Kenneth and Patricia Rissmeyer.
Rissmeyer died predeceased by his parents and is survived by his family, Annie Rissmeyer, Matthew Singh and Alyssa Rissmeyer; and siblings, Maryann Brandeberry (Kenneth), Patricia Riddle (Glen), and Kenneth Rissmeyer (Jennet).
He loved spending …
Bethpage's Joseph Gugliano, Bank Executive, WWII Veteran, Dies
A World War II veteran and retired bank executive from Bethpage has died.
Joseph R.Giugliano died Thursday, June 6.
He lived in Bethpage for 55 years and was a volunteer at Saint Joseph's Hospital, an usher at St. Martin of Tours Church of Bethpage, and a member of both the Knights of Columbus and Catholic War Veterans.
Survivors include wife Rose Marie; children Marianne (Frank) Torres, Jeannine (Jose) Rinaldi and Joseph (Nicholas Munafo) Giugliano; grandchildren Alicia (Jesse) Rosen, Nina (Joseph) Puma, Douglas Torres, and Jenna Rinaldi; great-grandchildren Sofia and Joseph P…
Former Nassau County PD Lt. Robert Cuerbo Dies At 69
A former Nassau County Police Department detective has died.
Retired Detective Lt. Robert L. Cuerbo, of Old Chatham, formerly of Long Beach, died unexpectedly on Saturday, June 1 at a hunting lodge. He was 69.
Cuerbo served 38 years in the Nassau County Police Department, as well as 11 years to the Tri-Village Fire Department in Columbia County, in his retirement. He leaves behind his wife Mary T. Cuerbo, mother Madeline Cuerbo, sister Joanne Caggiano, and children Erica Cuerbo, Alex Cuerbo, and Amanda Cuerbo, as well as his grandson Francescantonio Barone.
Visitation will be Th…
Glenn Edward Of Smithtown Dies At 46
Glenn Edward of Smithtown, formally from Greenlawn, died surrounded by his family on Tuesday, May 28. He was 46 years.
He was the husband of Debra, dad to Justin, son of Wayne and Carole Gardiner, son-in-law of Jean Ralston, brother of Wayne Gardiner and Sharon Gardiner Doherty, brother-in-law to Christine Savage and Robert Doherty, and uncle to Lauren, Danny, Zachary and Cameron. He also had many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Reposing will be at Nolan Funeral Home at 5 Laurel Ave. in Northport on Friday, May 31 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
A funeral mass will be…
