Arthur L. Wittmer, died Monday. November 18, 2024 at the age of 73 in Wurtsboro, NY. He was the loving husband of the late Eileen L. Wittmer, loving father of his three sons John, Arthur Jr and Charles, cherished grandfather of Justin, Jessie, Joey, Amanda, ToniAnn, Hailey, Robby and Gina, and a beloved uncle to many loving nieces and nephews. Arthur was born and raised in Ridgewood, NY, one of 9 children born to Charles and Margaret Wittmer. Arthur spent his life working as an armed guard for Wells Fargo and Monticello Raceway. He enjoyed making breakfast for all of his family visiting in the summers. Arthur loved his Mets and an impressive collection of memorabilia that he would be happy to speak about for hours. He also loved to go hunting with his sons, and there were many nights you could find Arthur and his siblings sitting around a card table playing for change. Funeral Services held at Papavero Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 9:30 AM. Cremation followed at Fresh Pond Crematory, Middle Village, NY. Interment of Cremains at St. John Cemetery, Middle Village, NY. under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378www.papaverofuneralhome.com

Carmine DePaola, died Sunday, November 24, 2024 at the age of 72. Beloved wife of Cono DePaola, loving mother of Michelle DePaola and Anthony DePaola, mother-in-law of Mary Ann, cherished Nana of Ronald, Matthew and Dominic, devoted daughter of the late Marie and Michael Mastrull and dear sister of the late John Mastrull. Mass of Christian burial offered at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 Interment followed at St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378 www.papaverofuneralhome.com