All Obituaries

John “Johnny” Leggio, 83, passed away June 14, 2022.John was born on August 17, 1938 in Tarrytown, NY. John is survived by his beloved wife, Maria Leggio of 35 years, his children; David Leggio, Bobbie Jean Volpe, Kimberly O’Hare, Beverly Klastow and Joseph Marino. His Brothers; Robert Leggio, Philip Leggio and Richard Leggio. His Grandchildren; Gianna, Jamie, Owen, Ellis, Grace, Olivia, David, John, Luke, Miranda, Chrissy and Joie. He is pre-deceased by his mother and...

John Sacchi was born on May 30, 1928 to Anna and Joseph Sacchi.  He was educated in the Bronx graduating from Roosevelt High School in 1944.  He attended Fordham University earning a Bachelor of Science degree in 1948.  In 1950 he was drafted into the US Army for the Korean War and served his tour in Europe earning the rank of sergeant.  After discharge, he resumed his education at the Fordham University College of Pharmacy earning his...

After a day of doing what he loved best, hiking, then discussing the virtues of craft beer with friends, George William Davitt of Briarcliff Manor left this earth unexpectedly on Sunday, June 5th, 2022. He is survived by his best friend and soulmate of more than twenty years Deborah Gargiulo, his beloved dog Dakota and his siblings Holly, Leo, John, James, Paul, Louise, Peter, Andrew and Christina. Born June 8, 1965, to Andrew Martin Davitt and Georgina Ann Grudis. He grew up in Glen Ridge,...

Norman, Michael Gourdine Norman Michael Gourdine was born November 4, 1962, to Harry Norman and Lola Mae Gourdine of Ossining New York – both his parents and his sister Denise Gourdine Moultrie proceeded him in death. During Michael’s formative years he attended all of the local schools – with Michael completing and graduating from Ossining High School 1980. Michael’s younger years-- he began his career as a teamster with local 456 Byram Concrete White Plains New...

Maria Carmin Villa 42, of Peekskill, NY passed away on May 25, 2022. Maria was born on March 19, 1980 in Giron, Ecuador. Reposing, Leach & Thomas Funeral Home on Thursday and Firday from 5-9 PM. Funeral Mass, St. Ann's Church on Saturday at 9:30 AM. Interment, St. Augustine Cemetery, Ossining, NY to follow.  LEACH & THOMAS FUNERAL HOME 45 S. Highland Ave Ossining, New York 10562 914-941-0840

Margaret Theresa Birrittella 82, of Beacon, NY and formerly of Ossining, NY passed away peacefully at home with her daughters by her side on May 10, 2022. Margaret was born on Oct. 9, 1939 to the late Thomas and Helen Cavanagh . Margaret was raised in the Bronx, NY before eventually settling down in Ossining, NY. Margaret was predeceased by her devoted husband of 42 years Peter Birrittella in 2015. Margaret is survived by her loving children Michael Marshall , Kelly Riccardi and Linda...

William Cassese passed away peacefully on April 25, 2022 at the age of 82.  Son of the late Harry and Jane Cassese, he was born and raised in the Bronx, eventually moving to Nanuet, NY.  A lifelong Yankees and NY Giants fan, he loved to reminisce and share funny stories about growing up in the Bronx and New York City.  He enjoyed a career of over 20 years in transportation as a Teamster, making many friends along the way.  Bill is predeceased by his loving wife, Mary...

Edward Patrick Nolan, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, died on April 23rd in the company of his loving family at Phelps Memorial Hospital in Sleepy Hollow. As his family grieves this week and reaches out to his wide circle of friends, colleagues and former classmates, the stories are different, but the sentiment is the same - “Ed was simply the best guy I knew. We were all lucky to know someone so kind and good for as long as we did.” Edward - nicknamed...

Innocenzio (“Nuchie”) Valenti passed away on April 12th, 2022, eight days short of his 92nd birthday.  The son of Gaetano and Francis, Nuchie lived a life he never imagined possible.  He was preceded in death by his wife of nearly 51 years, Jennie.  He is survived by his brother Vincent, daughter Michele, son Eric and his wife Tina and his two grandchildren, Tyler, and Dylan.  He was loved by many and will be missed. A visitation for Nuchie is planned...

On Saturday, April 2, 2022, Michael J. Madden Jr., passed away unexpectantly from a heart attack at the age of 51, while gardening with his beloved dog Chelsea. Michael was born on August 8, 1970, in Poughkeepsie, NY to Mike and Rosemary Madden. He received his BA in Political Science at Providence College and a JD at St. John’s University School of Law. Michael had an esteemed legal career with his last ten years as Partner at Hunton Andrews Kurth’s New York...