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George Alfano Obituary
George "Wit" Alfano of Newburgh, NY, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2008, at Westchester Medical Center with his family by his side.
Wit was born July 17, 1949 in Newburgh, NY, the son of the late Anthony and Betty Alfano. He was married to Kathy (Crisci) Alfano for 40 years.
He was the devoted father of Michele Alfano Kirk and Christopher Alfano, and the dotting grandfather of Courtney and Brittany Kirk.
Surviving are his loving wife, Kathy, at home; his daughter, Michele Alfano Kirk and her companion, Edward Dempsey of Pine Bush, NY; his son, Christopher Alfano and his fiancée, Kristy MacClements of Newburgh, NY; his granddaughters, Courtney and Brittany Kirk, who were the "loves of his life." Also surviving are his sister, Darlene Kaplan and her husband, Jeff of Tamarac, FL; his brother, Carl and his wife, Marsha of Venice, FL; his mother-in-law, Mildred Crisci; brothers-in-law, Jeff and Cheryl Crisci, and Tony and Linda Crisci; several nieces and nephews, and several very dear and close friends.
A family statement reads "The Yankees' number one fan has now joined the other Yankee greats to cheer for his team. Wit was an avid poker player and is probably ranked as one of the best!! Wit should always be remembered by his generous heart and his compassion for everyone; always there when help was needed. We will always love you and already miss you terribly!"
Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. on Monday, September 29, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 30, at St. Mary's Church, Marlboro. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newburgh.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the "Leukemia & Lymphoma Society" at www.leukemia.org or "MyVisionFoundation.homestead.com." The family wishes to urge all those that are able to consider giving the gift of blood which is urgently needed.
To send condolences or for directions to the funeral home, please visit BrooksFH.com or call 845-561-8300.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Alfano
Marvin & Linda Cox
October 21, 2008
Kathy & Family
So sorry to hear of your losing Wit, we may not hear from you much but we do think of you & your family often, our deepest sympathy to you & your family. We love you! Marvin & Linda Cox, your Texas cousins
Patrick Calvano
October 4, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.I am very sorry for your loss.
Rachele Baccaro
October 3, 2008
Kathy, so sorry to learn of the loss of your beloved Wit. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very trying time. My condolences.
Bob and Bonnie Morehead
October 1, 2008
Kathy, We were very saddened to hear of the passing of Wit. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bob and Bonnie Morehead
Joann Bello
October 1, 2008
Kathy, Sorry to hear about the loss of Wit. My prayers go out to you, and your family. God Bless.
Veronica A Anzalone
September 30, 2008
Hi Kathy. So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Veronica Anzalone
Louise Allen
September 30, 2008
Dear Kathy & Family,
I was saddened to hear of your loss. Please know how very sorry I am.
Rocky & Val McElroy
September 30, 2008
Kathy, It's been a while since we have seen you since moving to Florida. Wit was a part of our lives that we can't ever forget, especially coming up with the nicknames and his sense of humor. We're sorry for your loss.
May God grant you and your family His peace in your time of sorrow.
Minnie DuBois
September 30, 2008
Hi Kathy, wishing you heartfelt sympathy to you and your family with the loss of your husband.
Sincerely,
Minnie L. DuBois
Scott & Lisa MacClements
September 30, 2008
Chris, our soon to be brother in law - All our love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jackie and Meghan Monaghan
September 29, 2008
Kathy and Family
We are very sorry for your loss. Wit was a very caring person. You are in our prayers.
A Long time friends
Matthew Hays
September 29, 2008
Kathy, My prayers are with you.
Gary Ruckdeschel
September 29, 2008
Kathy...I was a long long time friend of Witney, we grew up together in the same neighborhood. I am good friends with your brother Tony. I am so sorry for your loss. At least Wit is not suffering anymore and with all his poker friends in Heaven. Be Blessed, Gary Ruckdeschel
PATRICIA MILKOVICH
September 29, 2008
Kathy, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Chris Ponesse
September 29, 2008
Kathyand family,
Sorry to hear of Wit's passing. I will always have good memories of him at Daniel's & West, seeing him whenever I used to stop and see my father there. He always had good words to say and always asked of my brother Thom in Colorado. My thoughts are with all of you at this time.
frank rutigliano
September 29, 2008
Cathy and Family
Iam so sorry for your loss
Pattie Horning
September 29, 2008
Kathy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dave McMillan
September 29, 2008
Kathy,Michelle and Chris.
My condolences on the passing of your Husband/Father. May he rest in peace.
Dave McMillan & Family
Kenny DeFazio
September 29, 2008
Kathy and Family.
So sorry to hear of Wits passing. He was a good man, whom I always looked forward to coming into the shop. He wil be greatly missed.
Janelle Cleary
September 29, 2008
Kathy,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your beloved Wit.
May your memories and your faith sustain you during this difficult time.
Sharon Eginger
September 28, 2008
Kathy, my prayers are with you, Wit will be missed by all who loved and cared for him.
Sharon Eginger
Sandra Gialinas
September 28, 2008
Kathy and family,
So sorry for your loss. May happy and lasting thoughts of your husband bring you comfort and peace. Sandy Gialinas
wesley demling
September 28, 2008
im a good friend off wits i met him at foxwoods in 1999 he was like a mentor to me he helped me with poker and gave me words of wisdom ill never forget i have ben in vietnam for 10 months and missed him. then i heard this my prayes are with the family hope you get through this as best you can.
Christine Gustafson
September 28, 2008
Michele,
I know we haven't spoken in quite some time, but I am very sorry to hear about your dad. Your girls will have an angel looking over them.
Crissy Detz (Gustafson)
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