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2012
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Florence Caragine Obituary
Florence (Candy) Caragine, age 65 died on October 15, 2012 after a long illness. She was born in Yonkers, NY to Florence and Everett Jones on February 12, 1947. Candy was a beloved teacher for over forty years. She taught at St. Dennis School and Sacred Heart High School. She was devoted to her students. She is survived by her husband Frank Caragine of Yonkers and her sister Kerri-Ann Jones and brother-in-law, Thomas Beck of Washington, DC. A Mass of Christian Burial will be in Christ the King Church on Wednesday October 17th at 10am. Interment will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. Donations may be made in her name to St. John's Riverside Hospital.
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Memories and Condolences
for Florence Caragine
Kathy Neyen
November 13, 2012
Dear Mr. Caragine and family,
I was very sadden to hear of the news of the passing of Mrs. Caragine/Miss Jones. Can not think of my childhood days at St. Denis and NOT think of the both of you!! It was more than just getting an education it was a connection of educators and their students making a family. Miss Jones was passionate about teaching us history and I have her and my loving mother to thank for getting me through 7th grade history. My mom, Margaret shared many happy times with both of you and I am sure her and Mrs. Caragine are up in heaven sharing a good laugh together. Hold on to the comfort that Mrs. Caragine could never truly be gone because she has touched so, so many lives that her impact will always be alive in each of her fortunate students. May God bless you and watch over you as your grieve, but know you do not grieve alone. Be well and take care!!
With Best Regards Always,
Kathy Neyen
Laura Neyen Geoghegan
November 11, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Caragine's passing. My sister,brother and I all had her and Mr. Caragine as teachers at St. Denis. Each of us have wonderful memories of her. She was a special teacher to all who entered her room. She is now in heaven and having a few laughs with my mom - Margaret Neyen. My heart breaks for Mr. Caragine. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. God Bless.
Ralph & Teri Watkins
October 22, 2012
Frank,
Ralph and I send our deepest sympathies. If there is anything that you need, please do not hesitate to ask as, we are right across the street!
We will surely miss Candy. We are lucky to have wonderful neighbors such as you both.
Sincerely,
Teri & Ralph Watkins
Mary Alice Lynch Hartnett
October 21, 2012
I vividly remember 7th grade Social Studies at St. Denis with Mrs. Caragine, who was Miss Jones at the time. She was a wonderful teacher. My condolences to Mr. Caragine and the entire family. God bless you all in this difficult time.
Judith Furnari
October 18, 2012
I am so very sorry to hear of Candy's passing and even sorrier that I just learned of this today and missed the services.
She was a great teacher and an even better person.
May she rest in peace.
William Choe
October 18, 2012
Florence Caragine was and forever will be an amazing person and teacher. She had a genuinely kind and warm hearted soul. She as an individual showed compassion and understanding to everyone she knew. Many memories and lessons will be remembered by all her students, friends, and family because of her simplistic, practical, and her inherent good nature toward life. Florence Caragine is loved and will be missed. May God take her into Her embrace.
meagan mattil
October 18, 2012
Mrs. Caragine was a great teacher. She taught me my freshmen year and some of junior year before she got sick.(class of 2012) I loved Mrs. Caragine. Even tho I hated History with a passion, I always look foward to her class. She was a great teacher, she knew so much about history and i really enjoyed it. I always loved going trick or treating with my friends at her house.That was always a suprise on her face to see us at her doorstep. Mr. Caragine, I am so sorry for your loss.She was a lovely person, and will truely be missed.
Kerianne Nardi
October 17, 2012
My prayers are with the Mr. Caragine and the rest of the family. Mrs. Caragine was an amazing teacher. Mrs. Caragine was always tough on me, but I knew it was out of the goodness of her heart. She really wanted me and the rest of my cohort to strive to achieve their personal best and for that I thank her. May she rest in peace.
Kerianne Nardi 05'
Carolann Collica - Castellano
October 17, 2012
Candy was a very special person to many people. So many former students expressed their love and respect for her both at the wake and here in the Guest Book. She was a fantastic and caring teacher. I would like to add my sincere condolences-especially to Frank and Kerry. Candy was a mentor to me as well as a great friend. I will always remember her smile, her sense of humor and her love of history and politics. I will miss you dear friend. Heaven has a "new" angel. With Love,
Carolann Collica Castellano
Mindy Wren Barth
October 17, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Caragine and the entire family. Mrs. Caragine was an inspirational teacher - I have such fond memories, and I owe my love of Shakespeare to her. Thank you, Mrs. Caragine, for the way you touched my life.
Marie Lynch
October 17, 2012
I just heard the sad news. I'm so sorry. I will always remember her with a lovely smile and a very kind person. God Bless Candy and God Bless her husband and family.
Alison (Figueiredo) Nunes
October 17, 2012
My prayers are with the Caragine family. Both Mr. & Mrs. Caragine were my teachers in Sacred Heart High School from 2001-2005 (class of 2005). They were wonderful. Mrs. Caragine always pushed me to do my best, especially when it came to the U.S. History regents which I dreaded but she was always willing to stay after school with me to help me out. I still remember the faces she made when I spoke too much in class. She put up with me walking in right after the bell. Students who didnt have her missed a great teacher. RIP and God Bless your family.
Katrina Snyder
October 16, 2012
Perfect way to describe how much she meant to all of us, her students, as I saw posted in her honor on Facebook:
“The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” ? William Arthur Ward
My deepest sympathy.
October 16, 2012
So sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs Caragine. She was a wonderful person and teacher. She influenced so many children's lives and will always be remembered as a favorite teacher by so many of her students.
Marie Brady Smith
Michael Burlingham
October 16, 2012
Mr Caragine I am sorry for your loss. I had both of you for teachers in St. Denis. She was a good person and she will be missed.
Catherine Fallon - Corsino
October 16, 2012
Mr. Caragine, I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs Caragine was a wonderful and caring individual. Great teacher. And if you were good in her class she would let you have the honor of ringing that lovely bell for the class change. Some of us rang it a little too much and she would gently rip it from our tiny little fingers. thanks for the memories, always in our thoughts and prayers.
Richard Hudak
October 16, 2012
My social studies teacher, Mrs. Caragine, assigned Upton Sinclair's "The Jungle," which had a lasting impact on my view of the world and my orientation to it. Her choices as a teacher have been ripples in a pond, making the world a better place. My condolences extend to Frank Caragine, also my teacher, who read us "James and the Giant Peach."
joan mcnulty
October 16, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss,you and your family will be in my prayers,
Cyndi Tomassetti (Simonetti)
October 16, 2012
I'm saddened to hear of the loss of such a wonderful teacher. When I think of St. Denis I immediately think of both Mr. and Mrs. Caragine. You were a true inspiration. You will be missed.
Joycelyn Siame
October 16, 2012
Mrs. Caragine was one of the most influential teachers I have ever been blessed to know. She was honest, kind, funny, and always offered words of wisdom. Even after graduating high school, she would always e-mail me to let me know how much she appreciated having me as her pupil, and I will never forget her.
Mr. Caragine, I am so sorry for your loss and you will always be in my prayers.
Priscilla Marie (Ruiz) Baez
October 16, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Caragine and family. Mrs. Caragine was my 7th grade teacher at St. Dennis school in Yonkers, NY and I learned a lot in her class! I will keep her memories close to my heart! She will be greatly missed! May peace be with you all!
Chandra Murphy
October 16, 2012
Dear Mr Caragine and family,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of your dear wife. I know that it is always a terrible shock when someone so close to you passes away. Mrs. Cargine was loved by many and will be missed by all.
I wish to express my heartfelt sympathy and the hope that the kind words of your family and friends will make this difficult time a bit easier to bear. My love and prayers is with you and your family. Ms. Caragine was Patrick teacher at Sacred Heart HS.
With sympathy,
Chandra Murphy, Patrick Murphy and Keith Murphy.
Tretola Family
October 16, 2012
Mr. Caragine & Family, So sorry for your loss. Mrs. Caragine was a wonderful person and teacher.
David Soares
October 16, 2012
RIP, my condolences to the family for their great loss.
Brania Aquino
October 16, 2012
My condolences go out to the entire family. She was only my homeroom teacher in Sacred Heart HS, so unfortunately I was never able to say I had her as a history teacher. By reading previous posts & seeing fellow classmates' reactions, I know she touched many lives and was extremely loved. Heaven has another angel.
Fiona Kelly
October 16, 2012
Very sorry to hear of your loss. Had many fun, fond memories of Mrs. Caragine from my St. Denis days in the 70's. RIP
Kate Zuccarelli
October 16, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Caragine was my teacher when i attended sacred heart high school from 01-04 :( she will be missed. My prayers are with you.
October 16, 2012
condolences from the Fee family
Denise Cremin
October 16, 2012
Mr Caragine, So sorry for your loss, Mrs Caragine was truly a great teacher, I remember when I had to go pick up my sisters class work because she was sick. My prayers will be with you.
Debra Baker
October 16, 2012
Very sory or your loss...my prayers are with you!
Ann Marie Scala-Cavanaugh
October 16, 2012
Condolences to the Caragine family. After all these years, we still remember her as a great teacher. My three brothers, myself and my sister all had Mrs. Caragine. Whenever we talk about St. Denis, she is always brought up fondly. Sending prayers to the family. RIP.
Kevin Murray
October 15, 2012
Can anyone remember Florence's perpetually purported and absolute favorite US President of all time, aside from her beloved Frank?
This is actually a two part question here, as could anyone additionally stake to guess the correct answer to an analogously gauged question respective to Rita T.Izzo's favorite scientist?
There is one common denominator, that is absolutely undeniable here: that St. Denis School had the absolutely BEST FACULTY available anywhere, due to people like Florence and Rita...
God Rest their Souls...
Here's a hint...their mutually preferred pianist for any St. Denis School Dramatic
Society production first name is Fra
catalyze
October 15, 2012
Forever in my heart. She was not only my teacher, but one of my best friends in high school. So many beautiful memories that I will cherish forever. Miss you so much.
Susan Capone
October 15, 2012
Mr. Caragine I am so very sorry for your loss. I have the fondest of memories of you and her. May she rest in peace.
Gary Farole
October 15, 2012
Miss Jones had a tremendous impact on my life. She made me a better person.
Diane Rodriguez
October 15, 2012
My sympathies and prayers are with Frank, Kerri, and Candy's family. The last time I saw her she was marching in the Yonker's Saint Patrick's Day Parade.i had great years working with Candy and Frank at Saint Denis. They were special days.
Lori Anne (Fee) Swistak
October 15, 2012
So sorry to hear of this sad news...I was class of 1980 and have such fond memories of Miss Jones/Mrs. Caragine and of Mr. Caragine too. They gave me and hundreds like me such a great educational foundation. Condolences to the entire family
Arthur Thompson
October 15, 2012
R.I.P Mrs. Carigene, you were always a great teacher and a great person. You will be missed.
Donna Copenhaver(Simonetti)
October 15, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Caragine's passing. She was my 6th and 7th grade teacher at St. Denis. I have never forgotten her. I always remember her love for her dogs and milky ways. She touched many lives, may she RIP
Paul Lavelle
October 15, 2012
Sorry to hear we have lost Mrs. Caragine. When I think of St. Denis teachers her and her husband are the first names that come to mind. A great teacher and an even better person.My prayers are with the Caragine family.
Lucy Sohanchyk
October 15, 2012
Heaven is so much richer due to Candy's arrival. Candy's keen mind, sense of humor, generous nature, loyal friendship, and her joy in NY Giant's victories among so much more will be so very missed. With deepest sympathy and love.
Dawn Barrett
October 15, 2012
In loving memory.
Donna Copenhaver(Simonetti)
October 15, 2012
I am so sad to hear this news. Mrs. Caragine was my 6th and 7th grade teacher at St. Denis. I will always remember her for reading James and the Giant Peach to us and her love for Milky ways. RIP.
Cathy Brady/Murphy
October 15, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear about Mrs Caragine's death. She was a great teacher as was her husband. She will be truly missed & admired by anyone who knew her and/or was taught by her. RIP to a true Icon in the teaching field!!!
Dave C
October 15, 2012
Mrs. Caragine was my favorite teacher growing up. So sad to hear about her passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to her and her family, friends, and loved ones. Rest in peace Mrs. C; God Bless.
Alice Hornbeck (Curtin)
October 15, 2012
Mr. Caragine, I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Mrs. Caragine from both me and my daughter, Patti. You and your family are in our prayers.
October 15, 2012
So sorry to hear of 'Miss Jones' passing. She was my 7 th Grade teacher, and Mr. Caragine my 5th grade teacher. Truly a perfect match for each other.
Eileen Bartelucci DiMase
October 15, 2012
I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. Mrs Caragine will always have a special place in my heart. I can remember so many great times in her classroom she made social studies fun. I took what she gave me in the classroom and used it when I was a teacher assistant. We were truly blessed to have her as our teacher. Miss Jone/Mrs Caragine was one in a million. I know that she is now with her mom and dad smiling down on all of us. Heaven just received a beautiful and wonderful woman who touched so many lives. May you rest in peace and I know you knew how much I loved you. You will always be in my heart.
October 15, 2012
Always in our hearts & thoughts, Tina Nizzico Johnson.
October 15, 2012
Mr.Caragine & Family, Sorry for your loss. I remember "Miss Jones" as my 7th grade Social Studies teacher.
Chris Furey
October 15, 2012
Saddened to learn of her passing. Ms. Jones was one of the best memories I had of St. Denis. She's been missed and ever moreso today.
Hurley Family
October 15, 2012
First of all to Frank I'm so sorry for your loss. Your loss is our loss, she was a great women & my children loved her classes. John my oldest became great friends with Candy & even would ask me if he could bring in samples of my dishes to her. They would talk all the time about recipes and the world around them she made such a impact on their lives. Know they will carry her around in their hearts for the rest of their lives. They will teach their children things that Candy taught to them so fear not & know she was greatly loved by the Hurley children. My only regret is she never got to teach our youngest he would have loved her. Please know our prayers & love are with you. John still refers to you as the great Ninja Master! All our love, The Hurley Family <3
Theresa Walker Flynn
October 15, 2012
RIP to a fantastic Social Studies Teacher. Condolences to her family, especially her husband Frank (my 5th & 6th grade English Tchr.) If ever a match was made in heaven...it was the 2 of you. Sending love & prayers.
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