Mom Killed, Daughter Injured In Suffolk Plane Crash Were Fulfilling Lifelong Flying Dream Mom Killed, Daughter Injured In Suffolk Plane Crash Were Fulfilling Lifelong Flying Dream
Mom Killed, Daughter Injured In Suffolk Plane Crash Were Fulfilling Lifelong Flying Dream A woman who was killed and a daughter who was injured when a small plane crashed on Long Island were fulfilling a lifelong flying dream. Roma Gupta, age 63, of Whitehouse Station in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, died, while her daughter, Reeva Gupta, age 33, of St. Davids in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, remains in critical condition following the crash in North Lindenhurst on Sunday, March 5. The plane’s pilot, New York City resident Fayzul Chowdhury, 23, of the Bronx, also remains in critical condition at Stony Brook University Hospital.  Earlier report: IDs Released For Woma…
‘Hard Work’ Is Secret To Long Life, Says Long Island Woman Who Died At Age 105 ‘Hard Work’ Is Secret To Long Life, Says Long Island Woman Who Died At Age 105
‘Hard Work’ Is Secret To Long Life, Says Long Island Woman Who Died At Age 105 Those looking to extend their stay in this life would do well to embrace the grind, according to a beloved Long Island woman who would know best. Nancy Canfarotta, of Valley Stream, died Monday, Feb. 20 at the age of 105, according to her obituary. A cause of death was not revealed. Born in Manhattan on Aug. 24, 1917, Canfarotta was the oldest of three brothers and one sister. She married husband Charlie Canfarotta in September 1946, with whom she had three children, her memorial said. The family later grew to include five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Relatives describe…
Fallen NY Detective Was 'First Guy To Lend Helping Hand' Fallen NY Detective Was 'First Guy To Lend Helping Hand'
Fallen NY Detective Was 'First Guy To Lend Helping Hand' A fallen 48-year-old detective from Westchester County who died suddenly is being remembered as a caring officer and father who left an impact on countless people.  Earlier Report - ID Released For 48-Year-Old Yonkers Police Detective Who Died Suddenly Longtime Yonkers resident Del Caraballo, a 16-year veteran of the city's police department, died on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 19 in New York City after suffering a medical emergency while driving a vehicle, leaving behind his wife and three children.  Born in Manhattan in 1974, Caraballo graduated from Mount Saint …
Jansen Panettiere, NY Native, Brother Of Hayden Panettiere, Dies At Age 28 Jansen Panettiere, NY Native, Brother Of Hayden Panettiere, Dies At Age 28
Jansen Panettiere, NY Native, Brother Of Hayden Panettiere, Dies At Age 28 The Hudson Valley's Jansen Panettiere, whose older sister is actress Hayden Panettiere, has died at age 28, the Hollywood Reporter confirms. The Rockland County native, of Palisades, got his start in acting in the 2000s, sometimes alongside his sister. The sibling duo both appeared in Disney Channel's "Tiger Cruise" and "Racing Stripes." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jansen Rane Panettiere (@jrpanettiere) Jansen went on to land roles in "Even Stevens," "The Last Day of Summer," "The Perfect Game," "Hope & Faith," and "Thir…
Memorial Services Set For Beloved Long Island Music Teacher Who Died At Age 83 Memorial Services Set For Beloved Long Island Music Teacher Who Died At Age 83
Memorial Services Set For Beloved Long Island Music Teacher Who Died At Age 83 Funeral arrangements have been announced for a beloved, longtime music teacher on Long Island. Lawrence Holdridge, of Amityville, died Tuesday, Feb. 7, at the age of 83 following a brief illness, according to his obituary.  Visitations will be held from 2 to 4 p.m., and again from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 20 at Powell Funeral Home in Amityville. A graveside service is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at Pinelawn Memorial Park in Farmingdale. Originally from Catskill in Greene County, Holdridge graduated from Ithaca College before earning his master’s degree in music educati…
'His Knowledge Was Encyclopedic': Beloved Long Island Music Teacher Dies At Age 83 'His Knowledge Was Encyclopedic': Beloved Long Island Music Teacher Dies At Age 83
'His Knowledge Was Encyclopedic': Beloved Long Island Music Teacher Dies At Age 83 Former students and loved ones are mourning the loss of a beloved music teacher on Long Island. Lawrence Holdridge, of Amityville, died Tuesday, Feb. 7, at the age of 83, according to a Facebook post by his friend Seth Winner. “It is with a sad heart that I have to announce that one of my closest friends, Larry Holdridge passed away this morning after a short illness,” he said. Originally from Catskill in Greene County, Holdridge went on to study music at Ithaca College before becoming a choir teacher at the former Berner High School in Massapequa, according to his Facebook profile. He l…
'Heartbroken': Financier's Family Issues Statement After His Death In NY At Age 46 'Heartbroken': Financier's Family Issues Statement After His Death In NY At Age 46
'Heartbroken': Financier's Family Issues Statement After His Death In NY At Age 46 The family of a successful and popular Connecticut investment banker who jumped to his death from a rooftop bar says they are "heartbroken and deeply saddened by the tragic loss." Fairfield County resident Dale L. Cheney, age 46, of New Canaan, jumped from Bar 54 at the Hyatt Centric Times Square New York at 135 West 45th St. in Manhattan on Wednesday, Jan. 25 around 6:30 p.m., according to the New York City Police. On Friday, Jan. 27, the New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled Cheney's death a suicide. Cheney, a married father of five, had recently filed for divorce fr…
Support Rising After 'Beloved' Grandfather Killed While Crossing Brentwood Street Support Rising After 'Beloved' Grandfather Killed While Crossing Brentwood Street
Support Rising After 'Beloved' Grandfather Killed While Crossing Brentwood Street Donations are on the rise for the family of a 75-year-old man who died after being struck by a car on a busy Long Island intersection. José Cruz, age 75, of Brentwood, died Friday, Jan. 27 after being hit by an SUV while crossing a street in Brentwood, according to Suffolk County Police. Earlier Report: Man Struck, Killed By SUV At Busy Brentwood Intersection Investigators said a 32-year-old Franklin Square woman was heading northbound on Wicks Road when she struck Cruz in the roadway near Merrill Street at around 6:30 p.m. Cruz was taken by Brentwood Legion Ambulance to South Shore…
Bay Shore Native Who Owned Sporting Goods Stores In NY Dies Bay Shore Native Who Owned Sporting Goods Stores In NY Dies
Bay Shore Native Who Owned Sporting Goods Stores In NY Dies A former councilman of a town in Northern Westchester who owned several stores in the area has died.  Joseph Albanese, who lived in Chappaqua and raised his family there, died on Sunday, Jan. 8 at the age of 90, according to his obituary.  Born in Bay Shore, Long Island in 1932, Albanese graduated from Yale University in 1954 and was a track and field letterman. He also served in the Marine Corps from 1951 to 1959, and after graduating from Yale, spent two years in Yokosuka, Japan, and in the Korean War. He married his wife, Jean Warren, in 1960 and moved to Chappaqua where they …
Services Scheduled For Long Island HS Senior Killed In Crash Services Scheduled For Long Island HS Senior Killed In Crash
Services Scheduled For Long Island HS Senior Killed In Crash Services have been scheduled for a Long Island teenager killed after being hit by an SUV while skateboarding. Gerrin Hagen, who turned 18 on Monday, Dec. 26, played both ice hockey and lacrosse at Long Beach High School, where he was a senior. Earlier report: Teen Dies From Injuries After Being Struck By SUV In Hicksville The incident happened in Hicksville around 2:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 12. Hagen was riding his skateboard westbound on Cantiague Lane near Robbins Lane when he was struck by a 19-year-old driving a 2012 Honda Pilot, also traveling westbound, Nassau County Police said. He…
Long Island HS Senior Killed In Crash Remembered As 'Wonderful Student, Talented Athlete' Long Island HS Senior Killed In Crash Remembered As 'Wonderful Student, Talented Athlete'
Long Island HS Senior Killed In Crash Remembered As 'Wonderful Student, Talented Athlete' Updated story: Services Scheduled For Long Beach HS Senior Killed In Crash A teenager killed after being hit by an SUV while skateboarding is being remembered as a two-sport varsity sports standout who was a strong student. Long Island resident Gerrin Hagen, who turned 18 on Monday, Dec. 26, played both ice hockey and lacrosse at Long Beach High School, where he was a senior. Earlier report: Teen Dies From Injuries After Being Struck By SUV In Hicksville The incident happened in Hicksville around 2:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 12. Hagen was riding his skateboard westbound on C…
Patchogue 17-Year-Old Dies After Battling Butterfly Disease 'With Bravery, Sense Of Humor' Patchogue 17-Year-Old Dies After Battling Butterfly Disease 'With Bravery, Sense Of Humor'
Patchogue 17-Year-Old Dies After Battling Butterfly Disease 'With Bravery, Sense Of Humor' Tributes are pouring in for a beloved Long Island teenager who died after a lifelong battle with a rare skin disease that left his body covered in open wounds. Brian Ilg, of Patchogue, died Sunday, Jan. 8, at age 17, according to his obituary. It marked the end of what relatives described as a “long and painful” journey that the teen “handled with strength, bravery, and a sense of humor.” At 12:55 today Brian passed surrounded by his family and friends. 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋 Details for services to follow. Thank you for all the prayers and continued support. 💕💕💕💕💕💕 Posted by Arlene Cos…