Recent Obituaries

Rose Calvini (nee Sala) of Mamaroneck, NY passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 88. Born in Bronx, NY on November 22,1937 to Nicholas and Mary Sala (nee D’Antona).  Rose was predeceased by her beloved husband of 55 years, Joseph Calvini, Jr.  She is survived by her loving children, Joseph Calvini (Donna), Elizabeth Arnoff (Sam) and Regina Luiso, 10 cherished grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren, dear brother, Frank Sala and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  She was also predeceased by her siblings, Charles Sala, Bridget Trail and Geneviere Tkach and son-in-law Joe Luiso.  She was a devoted partner and a most loving mother who always put her family first.  Her caring and deep love for her children will be cherished forever.  May she forever rest in Peace.

Maria Castagna Papadopoulos, a woman of boundless optimism and a heart that

knew no borders, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026.  Born in the picturesque

town of Capestrano, in the Abruzzo region of Italy, Maria carried the spirit of her

homeland with her when she made the courageous leap to immigrate to the United

States in 1967.

Settling in Mamaroneck, New York, Maria embodied the true spirit of the immigrant

journey.  The countless childhood memories Maria shared with her siblings in Italy

formed the foundation of her character.  She made the courageous leap to immigrate to

the United States, following her parent’s example, Emidio and Livia. 

Maria is survived by her beloved husband, Anthimos; Maria’s life was defined by a

deep, radiant love.  She also leaves behind her devoted sons, Vincenzo Di Carlo (and his ex-wife, Wendy) and David Di Carlo (and his wife, Patrice) and her three stepchildren, Nikolas Papadopoulos, Peter Papadopoulos and Anatolie Jacobson.  She was the cherished grandmother of seven:  Trevor, Ryan, Daniel, Kaylei, Audriana, Melissa, and Anthia.

She leaves behind a legacy of resilience and a family that will forever be guided by her

light, her strength, and her reminder to always look toward the bright side of the horizon.

Donato F. Gallello (Danny), of Mamaroneck, passed away Sunday, March 1.  He was 87.  Born August 7, 1938, in New Rochelle, to Nicola and Margaret (Rituno) Gallello, Danny graduated from New Rochelle high school and opened a sign shop, G & M Signs & Nameplates in New Rochelle, which he owned for over 50 years where he made numerous friends and acquaintances.  Danny was an avid Yankees fan, loved to listen to music, spend time with his family and friends, make people laugh, and loved being a grandpa most of all.  He leaves behind his beloved wife, Jo-Ann; his loving children Dan (Carl), Joe, Dana Intravaia (Justin); cherished grandchildren Sophia, Gina, and Dominic, and his dear sister Vita Pinto; as well as many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his siblings Nicholas, Peter, Frank, and Gloria.

Elena Todaro, of Mamaroneck, NY, passed away on February 20, 2026, at the age of 94.  Born Italia Elena Ceneviva in 1931 in Calabria, Italy, Elena lived a life defined by faith, family, and quiet strength.

She grew up across the street from the young man she would one day marry, Frank Todaro who predeceased her in 2016.  After their marriage, she immigrated to Mamaroneck, New York, where together they built a loving home and raised four children: Nilde Diefenbach, Tony Todaro, Frank (Lee Ann Daly) Todaro, and Lulu (Bob) Amendola.

Faith was at the center of Elena’s life.  She was devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary and an admirer of Padre Pio.  She made pilgrimages with her daughters to holy sites and remained a steady, prayerful presence for her family.  Those closest to her took great comfort in knowing she was always praying for them through life’s trials — a gift they will miss deeply.  She was a devoted member of St. Vito’s and a member of the Rosary Alter Society at St. Gregory the Great.  Elena was also a long-standing member of the Columbiettes, an international Catholic women’s organization.

Elena and Frank spent many happy winters in Naples Florida playing bocci and enjoying their many friendships.

Elena was stylish and a talented seamstress.  She loved her garden and was legendary for her rice croquettes and holiday pignolata.  She possessed a perfectly timed, low-key sense of humor and a competitive spirit — especially during family games of UNO, which she often dominated well into her 90s.

She was especially proud of her seven grandsons — Robert, Andrew, and Mark Diefenbach; Francesco and Stefano Todaro; Luke and Keir Todaro — as well as her two great-grandsons, Levi and Otis Diefenbach, who brought her immense joy.

Elena’s life bridged Italy and America, tradition and the generations that followed. She will be deeply missed.