Marie Urquhart, died Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at the age of 94.
Beloved mother of Barbara Wukovits, Daniel Urquhart, David Urquhart and Bonnie Urquhart, loving grandmother of Daniel Jr., Jillian and Joseph, cherished great-grandmother of William, Juliette and Lily Marie, and dear sister of Veronica Konieczny and Lawrence Kuber.
Mass of Christian Burial offered at St. Adalbert’s Church on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 9:30
AM.
Interment followed at St. Raymond’s Cemetery, Bronx, NY
under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378
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Josephine Filippi, died Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at the age of 89.
Beloved wife of the late Marcello Filippi, loving mother of Angelo (Sandra) Filippi, Robert (Lauren) Filippi and the late Michael Filippi, mother-in-law of Rosemarie Filippi, cherished grandmother of Lauren & Kyle, Matthew, Kara, Gianna, Michael, Marcello and Adrianna and also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and friends.
Mass of Christian Burial offered at St. Mary’s Church on Monday, August 26, 2024 at 9:45 AM.
Interment followed at St. John Cemetery, Middle Village, NY
under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378
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Raquel L. Racelis, died Thursday, August 15, 2024 at the age of 78.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Raquel L. Racelis, who left us on Thursday, August 15th. She was 78 years old. Raquel Racelis was born in Lucena City, Philippines. She was the first of her family to venture to the United States. Raquel was a Nurse Practitioner and worked in health care for over 30 years. She was a healer, philanthropist, a teacher, a researcher, an entrepreneur, a life-time learner, a devoted wife, beloved parent/family member, and a remote evangelist who dedicated herself to spreading God’s word. Throughout her life, she made a lasting impact on those around her with her unshakeable faith, generosity, kindness and love. Raquel Racelis is survived by her two sons Michael and Ramel Racelis and two sisters Eunice Lorico and Dr. Abegael Lorico. She was preceded in death by her parents Rev. Nemesio Estrellado Lorico, Sr, Exequiela Norada Lorico, siblings Marvin T. Lorico, Mercedes T, Lorico, Nemesio T. Lorico, Jr., Tomas N. Villasante, Dr. Loida Villasante Bautista, and Nehemias N. Lorico.
Raquel Racelis will be remembered for her deep care for others, her
compassion, and willingness to help others. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.
Funeral Services held at Papavero Funeral Home on Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 5-7 PM.
Interment followed at St. Ferdinand Memorial Park, Lucena, Quezon, Philippines under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378
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Anthony Nastasi, died Sunday, August 18, 2024 at the age of 77.
Beloved brother of Frank Nastasi.
The funeral service was held at Papavero Funeral Home on-Thursday, August 22, 2024.
Cremation followed at Fresh Pond Crematory, Middle Village, NY
under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378
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Joseph “Joe Besh” Pesiri, died Saturday, August 24, 2024 at the age of 83.
Dear husband of Linda, loving father of Gaspar Teri, Maria Teri, Rose Pesiri, Krystal Pesiri, and Jodi Pesiri, cherished grandfather of 16 grandchildren.
Funeral Service offered at Papavero Funeral Home, on Friday, August 30, 2024 at 10:30 AM.
Interment followed at St. John Cemetery, Middle Village, NY
under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378
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Ginesia Reale, died Saturday, April 22, 2023 at the age of 89.
Beloved wife of the late Mario Reale, loving mother of Bruno, (Marie) and Roberto (Sue Ann), cherished grandmother of Vincent (Allison), Elizabeth, and Cristina (Gretchen).
Ginesia Reale lived a beautiful and fulfilling life surrounded by family and friends. She was born on August 24, 1933 in a small town in Italy called Villa Santa Maria. Although the youngest of 4 siblings, she was the most adventurous. In 1952 she married the love of her life Mario and set sail to America in hope of a promising future. Together they had two wonderful sons, Bruno and Roberto, and they were raised in Elmhurst, New York.
Ginesia started her job as a seamstress in 1970 and worked for various shops in Manhattan.
She made beautiful clothes for Barra Italy and Escada. On April 27, 1980, she experienced the profound loss of her husband and has missed him dearly every day since.
Throughout her life she gained two daughter in laws and became “Nonna” to three loving grandchildren. She loved entertaining, keeping a tidy house, sharing stories about Italy, and cooking for her family especially on holidays. Her famous dishes include lasagna, potato croquettes, and fried zucchini. She will be deeply missed and may her legacy live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Mass of Christian Burial offered at St. Adalbert’s Church on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 10
Interment followed at St. John Cemetery, Middle Village, NY
under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378
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Maria Stachowiak, died Friday, August 23, 2024 at the age of 84.

Beloved wife of Andrzej, loving mother of Anna Zelek, Cezary (Renata) Stachowiak and Daniel Zelek, cherished grandmother of Nicole, Claudia and Julia.

Private cremation was at Fresh Pond Crematory on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

A Mass of Christian burial offered at Holy Gross Church on Saturday, August 31, 2024, under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378

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