• Carly Colman New York Community Mourns The Daughter of President and CEO Randy Colman
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    Carly Colman: New York Community Mourns The Daughter of President and CEO Randy Colman

    December 4, 2025 - By 

    New York – The media and philanthropic communities are mourning the devastating loss of Carly Colman, whose death last week in New York was announced in an emotional Facebook statement shared by her family and colleagues. Carly, the daughter of President and CEO Randy Colman, was widely admired for her creativity, professional excellence, and the warmth she brought to every space she entered. At the time of her passing, Carly served as a Regional Media Lead at Starcom, where she contributed to strategic campaigns for major clients, including the Anheuser-Busch account. Colleagues described her as “brilliant, collaborative, and deeply generous,”…

  • Ryan Nichols, New York Accident Poughquag Resident Mourns Young Man
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    Ryan Nichols, New York Accident: Poughquag Resident Mourns Young Man

    November 30, 2025 - By 

    The tight-knit communities of Poughquag and Hopewell Junction in New York are mourning the loss of Ryan Nichols, a young man remembered for his kindness, quiet strength, and the warmth he brought to those around him. Nichols died over the weekend following an accident in New York State, leaving loved ones shocked and heartbroken as they navigate an unexpected tragedy in the final days of November. The news was shared publicly by family friend Janet Hopkinson, who posted an emotional tribute on Facebook. “We lost another young man this weekend. My heart is with your family, Ryan Nichols. You are…

  • Randall Flinn, Influential Educator Dies in New York Grace Church School Community Mourns Head of the Lower School
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    Randall Flinn, Influential Educator Dies in New York: Grace Church School Community Mourns Head of the Lower School

    November 14, 2025 - By 

    New York – The Grace Church School community in New York is mourning the death of Randall Flinn, a widely admired educator whose leadership, warmth, and commitment to inclusive learning shaped the lives of countless students and families. Flinn, who had served as Head of the Lower School after a year as interim head, leaves behind a legacy defined by compassion, academic excellence, and a deep belief in the transformative power of early education. Although the school has not publicly shared details of her death, tributes have poured in from colleagues, parents, and former students who describe Flinn as a…

  • Dick Button, Dies at 95 New York Mourns Legendary Olympian and Icon of Figure Skating
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    Dick Button, Dies at 95: New York Mourns Legendary Olympian and Icon of Figure Skating

    November 9, 2025 - By 

    New York – The figure skating world mourns the passing of Dick Button, a two-time Olympic champion whose innovative spirit and television presence left an indelible mark on the sport. Button passed away on January 30, 2025, in North Salem, New York, at the age of 95. A Pioneer on the Ice Born on July 18, 1929, in Englewood, New Jersey, Button rose rapidly in the competitive skating world, becoming the youngest man at that time to win the U.S. Championship and, in 1948, winning Olympic gold at age 18. He went on to claim five consecutive World titles (1948-52) and…

  • Paul Brodmerkel Lindenhurst Mourns Mentor, Storyteller, and Cornerstone of the Community
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    Paul Brodmerkel: Lindenhurst Mourns Mentor, Storyteller, and Cornerstone of the Community

    November 1, 2025 - By 

    The Village of Lindenhurst, on Long Island, New York, is mourning the loss of Paul Brodmerkel, a man whose warmth, leadership, and lifelong ties to the community left a deep mark on everyone who knew him. Known affectionately as “Brods,” he was remembered not only as a mentor and boss but also as a storyteller whose laughter and loyalty could light up any room. News of Brodmerkel’s passing spread quickly through the community this week, prompting an outpouring of tributes from friends, former coworkers, and neighbors. Among them was Tom Corcoran, who shared a heartfelt message on Facebook: “A heartfelt…

  • Rapper Posta Boy Dies of Cancer New York Mourns BET’s “Freestyle Friday” Champion
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    Rapper Posta Boy Dies of Cancer: New York Mourns BET’s “Freestyle Friday” Champion

    October 28, 2025 - By 

    The hip-hop community is mourning the reported death of Posta Boy, a rapper celebrated for his electrifying performances on BET’s 106 & Park “Freestyle Friday” in the early 2000s. He was 44. The news was confirmed Sunday by fellow New York emcee Mickey Factz, who posted a brief tribute on social media: “Rest in peace to Posta Boy.” Factz later responded to fans, saying that Posta Boy had been battling cancer, though no official cause of death has been released. His family and representatives have yet to issue a public statement. Born September 11, 1981, in Manhattan, Posta Boy—real name…

  • Matthew Degroat,11-Year-Old Shot Dead in Newburgh by another Youth Family Mourn
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    Matthew Degroat,11-Year-Old Shot Dead in Newburgh by another Youth: Family Mourn

    October 15, 2025 - By 

    Newburgh, New York – The family of Matthew Degroat, an 11-year-old boy fatally shot Oct. 9 in Newburgh, New York, has broken a long quiet following the tragedy. In their first public remarks, they extended gratitude to law enforcement, local authorities, and community anti-gun violence organizations — while pledging that Matthew’s life and memory will endure. What We Know: Incident, Arrest, and Context At approximately 8:17 a.m., police responded to a home on North Miller Street and found Matthew had suffered a lethal gunshot wound.  Within hours, a 13-year-old boy was arrested and charged with second-degree murder. Court documents and law…

  • Sebastian Zar Great Neck Mourns the Loss of a Rising Lawyer at 35
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    Sebastian Zar: Great Neck Mourns the Loss of a Rising Lawyer at 35

    October 14, 2025 - By 

    Great Neck, New York — The tight-knit community of Great Neck is mourning the loss of Sebastian Zar, a respected entertainment lawyer and cherished member of the local Mashadi Jewish community. He passed away at 35, leaving behind a legacy defined by kindness, integrity, and professional excellence. The United Mashadi Jewish Community of America (UMJCA) Levaya Committee confirmed his passing earlier this week, referring to him by his Hebrew name, Eliyahou Moshe Ben Avraham z”l. His funeral service took place at New Montefiore Cemetery in West Babylon, where family, friends, and colleagues gathered to remember a man whose short life…

  • Firefighter Mason Kraese Huntington Mourns Young Union Member After Fatal ATV Accident on Long Island
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    Firefighter Mason Kraese Dies in Fatal ATV Accident on Long Island: Huntington Mourns Young Union Member

    September 1, 2025 - By 

    Huntington Community Mourns the Passing of Firefighter Mason Kraese The Huntington community is reeling from the tragic death of Mason Kraese, a young firefighter and respected member of the Steamfitters Local Union 638, following an all-terrain vehicle accident on Long Island. Kraese, who lived in South Huntington and graduated from Walt Whitman High School, was deeply embedded in his hometown. Known for his easygoing nature, humor, and steady presence, he leaves behind grieving family members, friends, and colleagues who describe him as a “light” in every room. A Firefighter and Community Servant The Huntington Manor Fire Department confirmed Kraese’s passing…

  • Mark Lansing Sr Village of Scotia, New York Resident Mourns
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    Mark Lansing Sr: Village of Scotia, New York Resident Mourns

    August 31, 2025 - By 

    The village of Scotia, New York, is reflecting on the life and legacy of Mark Lansing Sr., whose recent passing has prompted an outpouring of condolences and memories from family, friends, and neighbors. Lansing, a lifelong presence in the community, was known for his warmth, work ethic, and pride in local traditions. Residents recall his dedication not only to his family but also to the wider Scotia community, where strong relationships and small-town connections have long been central to village life. “Mark was the kind of person who always made time for people,” said one neighbor who grew up alongside…