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Dominick Cirillo

Jul 03, 1929 - Jan 13, 2024

The Bronx, NY

"Dominick ""Quiet Dom"" Cirillo was a prominent figure in the Genovese crime family. He passed away on January 14th, 2024, in The Bronx, New York. Born on July 4th, 1929, in East Harlem, New York. Cirillo had deep roots in organized crime. Growing up in East Harlem, Cirillo’s father influenced him, who was a caporegime in the Colombo crime family. Dominick had aspirations of becoming a professional boxer but later found his calling in the criminal underworld. Despite a brief stint as a boxer, Cirillo's true talents lay in the world of crime. He became a trusted associate of Vincent ""Chin"" Gigante, rising through the ranks to become a caporegime and later serving as acting boss during Gigante's imprisonment. Cirillo's tenure as acting boss was marked by controversy, including the disappearance of his son, Nicholas, in 2004. Despite his involvement in criminal activities, Cirillo managed to evade law enforcement for many years. In 2005, Cirillo pleaded guilty to racketeering charges and was sentenced to prison. Upon his release in 2008, he assumed the role of consigliere within the Genovese crime family. Dominick ""Quiet Dom"" Cirillo passed away at the age of 94, leaving behind a legacy of organized crime and intrigue. "

Dan Greenburg

Jun 19, 1936 - Dec 17, 2023

The Bronx, NY

"Daniel Greenburg is an acclaimed American writer and humorist. He passed away on December 18th, 2023, at a hospice in the Bronx, New York, at the age of 87. Born on June 20th, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois, he left a lasting impact on literature with his prolific career. Greenburg authored 73 books translated into 20 languages across 24 countries. His works spanned various genres, including satirical self-help books like ""How to Be a Jewish Mother"". And novels such as ""Love Kills"" and ""Exes."" He gained prominence for his children's book series, including ""The Zack Files,"" ""Secrets of Dripping Fang,"" ""Maximum Boy,"" and ""Weird Planet."" His creative storytelling captivated young readers worldwide. Throughout his life, Greenburg remained dedicated to his craft, drawing inspiration from his experiences and interactions with children. He believed in engaging with his audience to understand their preferences and interests. Greenburg's personal life included marriages to notable figures like Nora Ephron and Suzanne O'Malley. He leaves behind a legacy of literary brilliance and a son, Zack O'Malley Greenburg, after whom one of his book series was named. His passing, due to complications from a stroke, marks the end of a remarkable literary journey, but his words will continue to entertain and inspire readers for generations to come. "