Obituaries
Obituaries for Giove Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Elaine A. Grube
May 29, 2026
Elaine passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, at 9:41 a.m., surrounded by the love of her family. She was comforted in her final moments by her son, Eric Grube Sr., and her granddaughters, Kayleigh Boyer-Grube and Phaedra Grube-Barraza. At 91 years old, Elaine lived a long and beautiful life, one marked by love, strength, and devotion to her family....
Donna E. Bazilio-Forde
May 29, 2026
Donna Elizabeth Bazilio-Forde was one of those rare and extraordinary people who left an imprint on the life of every person she encountered. She carried herself with a quiet confidence and timeless class that made her beautiful presence known the moment she entered a room. To her husband, she was a devoted partner, steadfast in love and unwavering in support....
Monica E. Jurkowitsch
May 24, 2026
Monica Elisabeth Jurkowitsch July 05,1959 – May 24, 2026
Monica Jurkowitsch, age 66, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 24, 2026, at 6:15 a.m.,
in the hospital after a long battle with congestive heart failure. Three weeks after losing her
mother Elisabeth Jurkowitsch, Monica dedicated her life to the sole caretaker of her mother
who battled Alzheimer’s and dementia for 25 years....
Elisabeth Jurkowitsch
May 1, 2026
Elisabeth Jurkowitsch, age 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 1, 2026, at 5:15 p.m.,
in the comfort of her bed. She lived a full and remarkable life, and for the past 25 years, she
showed incredible strength and resilience as she faced Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Elisabeth was born in Austria and immigrated to the United States at just 18 years...
Elizabeth M. Rotella
Apr 23, 2026
Elizabeth (Liz) Rotella (née Doherty), 69, of Middle Island, New York, passed away peacefully at home on April 23, 2026, beside her devoted husband of 46 years, Frank. She was blessed to spend her final months at home surrounded by love and support through in-home hospice care; frequent visits from her children, grandchildren, and siblings; and daily support from her...
Kenneth R. Sarcona
Apr 19, 2026
Kenneth Sarcona, 68, passed away on April 19, 2026. He was a dedicated tractor trailer driver and later a senior manager at J&J Trucking Inc. for 28 years. He truly loved working in the family business and also specialized in the mechanical end of the business.
Kenneth found joy in cooking, spending time on his boat, and working outdoors on his...
Elaine A. Grube
May 29, 2026
Elaine passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, at 9:41 a.m., surrounded by the love of her family. She was comforted in her final moments by her son, Eric Grube Sr., and her granddaughters, Kayleigh Boyer-Grube and Phaedra Grube-Barraza. At 91 years old, Elaine lived a long and beautiful life, one marked by love, strength, and devotion to her family....
Donna E. Bazilio-Forde
May 29, 2026
Donna Elizabeth Bazilio-Forde was one of those rare and extraordinary people who left an imprint on the life of every person she encountered. She carried herself with a quiet confidence and timeless class that made her beautiful presence known the moment she entered a room. To her husband, she was a devoted partner, steadfast in love and unwavering in support....
Monica E. Jurkowitsch
May 24, 2026
Monica Elisabeth Jurkowitsch July 05,1959 – May 24, 2026
Monica Jurkowitsch, age 66, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 24, 2026, at 6:15 a.m.,
in the hospital after a long battle with congestive heart failure. Three weeks after losing her
mother Elisabeth Jurkowitsch, Monica dedicated her life to the sole caretaker of her mother
who battled Alzheimer’s and dementia for 25 years....
Elisabeth Jurkowitsch
May 1, 2026
Elisabeth Jurkowitsch, age 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 1, 2026, at 5:15 p.m.,
in the comfort of her bed. She lived a full and remarkable life, and for the past 25 years, she
showed incredible strength and resilience as she faced Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Elisabeth was born in Austria and immigrated to the United States at just 18 years...
Elizabeth M. Rotella
Apr 23, 2026
Elizabeth (Liz) Rotella (née Doherty), 69, of Middle Island, New York, passed away peacefully at home on April 23, 2026, beside her devoted husband of 46 years, Frank. She was blessed to spend her final months at home surrounded by love and support through in-home hospice care; frequent visits from her children, grandchildren, and siblings; and daily support from her...
Kenneth R. Sarcona
Apr 19, 2026
Kenneth Sarcona, 68, passed away on April 19, 2026. He was a dedicated tractor trailer driver and later a senior manager at J&J Trucking Inc. for 28 years. He truly loved working in the family business and also specialized in the mechanical end of the business.
Kenneth found joy in cooking, spending time on his boat, and working outdoors on his...

