All Obituaries

Richard E. Kessler, age 90, passed away on June 15, 2021. Born in Theresa, NY and resident of Pennsylvania, Richard served honorably in the United States Army, was a Medical Doctor employed at the Veterans Administration in New York City, New York and taught Anatomy at NYU. Richard was a man of great integrity. He believed in accountability and always doing the right thing. Author of the book, "Bitter Medicine", Richard had an artistic flair for water colors. He loved feeding the...

Rafael Garay, age 77, passed away on May 23, 2021 at Stony Brook University Hospital. Born in El Salvador and resident of Center Moriches, NY, Rafael was a fun-loving family man. He enjoyed socializing at parties, going to the beach, listening to music, and most of all, spending time with his grandchildren. Rafael was a gifted man. He sang beautifully, played the guitar and worked with his hands; from building custom cabinetry to crafting many different types of guitars with fine detail. His...

Joanne Fahey passed away unexpectedly on May 10,2021. Her extended family and numerous friends are still processing the news of her sudden passing, though we will soon be focusing on the true blessing of having had Joanne in our lives. Joanne was born in the Bronx, NY, the third of seven children, to Bill Fahey and Maureen (nee Doran). She was devoted to her parents and to her family throughout her life. Joanne was also a devoted professional for many years in her work as a Registered...

Donald W. Smith, age 80, passed away on July 25, 2020 at his Mastic Beach residence, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Donald served Honorably in the United States Army. He enjoyed fishing, boating, and motorcycling. He traveled across the country on his bike and rode until he no longer could, until the age of 75. He was a Master Mechanic and loved cats. Donald is survived by his children; Colin (Cindy) Smith of Mastic Beach, Toni Miller of Brooklyn, grandchildren;...