Maria Sym passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at the age of 89. Beloved Wife of the late Alex. Loving Mother of Lydia (Douglas) Walpole, Peter (Donna) Sym, and John (Christina) Sym. Cherished Grandmother of Christopher, Tara, Elizabeth, Maria, Kelsey, and Tyler and Great Grandmother of Lucy, Leo, Janey, Maxwell, Eleanor, Evan, James, Sarah, Rachael, Natalie, Anna, Rosa and Doret. Dear Sister of Barbara, Brigitta, Marga, and the late Andres, Ernst and Curt. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert’s Church on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 10AM. Interment followed at St. Raymond’s Cemetery, Bronx, New York under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth NY 11378

Veronica F. Holley passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022 at the age of 94. Beloved Wife of the late Floyd Richard Holley.  Loving Mother of Richard, Nicholas & Julie Holley, mother-in-law of Maureen & Carol. Cherished Grandmother of Monica, Christopher, Christina and Daniel and Great Grandmother of Liam, Holley and Hazel. Longtime parishioner and administrative assistant at St. Mary’s Parish, Woodside, NY. Mass of Christian Burial offered at St. Mary’s Church on Friday, March 11, 2022 at 10:30 AM. Interment followed at Calvary Cemetery, Woodside, NY under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth NY 11378.

Florence G. Cawley passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022 at the age of 69. Beloved Wife of Steven F. Cawley. Loving Mother of Matthew Cawley and Kerri Burke. Cherished Grandmother of Justina, Makayla, John and Joseph. Also survived by many loving brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial offered at Our Lady of Hope Church on Thursday, March 10, 2022 10:45 AM. Interment followed at St. Charles-Resurrection Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth NY 11378.

Donald T. Steinmaker of Maspeth passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at the age of 89.  Donald is survived by his loving wife of 67 years Adrienne (nee Jusza), his beloved daughters Jane (Stephen), Judy (Michael) and Audrey (Michael), his cherished grandchildren Christina (Will), Lauren (John), Katie (Justin), Sarah, Kelly (Dalton), Kristen (Adam) and his adored great grandchildren Raven, River, Sawyer, Emma, Wiliam, George, Jack,John Stephen, Austin, Brody, and Tucker.  Donald is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.  Donald Steinmaker was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather.  Donald will be missed by his trusted friend and caregiver, Chez Kwiatkowski. Donald was predeceased by his brother, Peter (Ethel), sister, Janice (Teddy), and only Grandson Benjamin.  Donald T. Steinmaker leaves behind a legacy that will have an enduring impact on his family’s branches, his community, and his country. To his children, he was a steady source of praise, support and stability. His grandchildren cherish him for his jolliness, his spirit of adventure, and his endless coaching. Donald was also a proud Patriot – he loved his country. He served honorably in the Korean War and was a lifelong member of the Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War. In addition to his service, he invested endless hours in reading to learn about American history. Donald also loved sports, especially baseball and the Mets. He taught his granddaughters and grandson to love the game; he dedicated himself to teaching his grandchildren softball and baseball, backyard boxing – and supported all of his children’s and grandchildren’s athletic pursuits, from horseback riding to figure skating. And he loved listening to his daughters and granddaughters play the piano. Donald had a dedicated career to the Pepsi Company, retiring at age 62. In addition to his dedication to family, country,and company, Donald was known throughout Maspeth for his contributions to his community. Donald was a faithful member of Trinity St. Andrews Evangelical Lutheran Church. His faith was a central part of his life. Donald also had a remarkable network of friends at the Maspeth library and the Maspeth bank. He will be missed but always remembered. Donald’s family will receive family, friends and neighbors Saturday,February 26, 2022 9:00 am to 12 pm. The United States Army Honor Guard will fold and present the flag to Mrs. Steinmaker in recognition of Donald’s service to our country at 9:30 am. Reverend Terence Weber of Trinity St Andrew’s Evangelical Church will celebrate Donald’s faith at 12:00 pm. Interment will follow at All Faiths Cemetery, Middle Village, New York. In lieu of flowers: St. Jude’s Hospital, Tunnel to Towers, Paralyzed Veterans or Wounded Warriors.

Miguel M. Morte passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at the age of 80. Beloved Husband of Lauriana Morte. Loving Tatay of Mila Rose (Roberto) Pangilinan, Miguelito (Zion) Morte, Melvin (Judette) Morte and Melissa Morte. Cherished Lolo of Andrew, Andrea, Miane, Maegan, Michelle, Maxine, Marcus, Mesh, Matthew, Michael and Mark. and Great-Grandfather of Leyon. Dearest Brother, Uncle and Friend.  Mass of Christian Burial offered at Ascension Church on Saturday, February 26, 2022 10:00 AM.Private Cremation followed at All Souls Crematory, East Elmhurst, NY under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth NY 11378.

Walter A. Gorelczenko passed away on Monday, February 21, 2022 at the age of 85. Beloved Husband of Martha Gorelczenko. Loving Father of Walter Gorelczendo and Andrew (Tracy) Gorelczenko. Cherished Grandfather of Maary Bess, Brady, Toby and Zara. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Mr. Gorelczenko was a United States Marine Corps Veteran.  Mass of Christian Burial offered at Ascension Church on Monday, February 28, 2022 at 10 AM. Interment followed at Calvary Cemetery,Woodside, NY under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth NY 11378.

Edward P. Riordan passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2022 at the age of 80.  Beloved Husband of Joan Riordan. Loving Dad of Michael (Tara) Riordan, Christopher (Melissa) Riordan, Kevin (Julie) Riordan and Mary Beth Riordan. Cherish Grandfather of Madeleine, John, Liam, Brendan, Colin and Sean. Dear Brother of Michael Riordan and Brother-in-Law of Janet Peters. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  In Lieu of Flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Mass of Christian Burial offered at St. Adalbert’s Church on Thursday, February 17, 2022 10:00 AM. Interment followed at Pinelawn Memorial Park, Pinelawn, NY under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth NY 11378.