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Tribute Wall
Monday
30
March
Visitation at Funeral Home
2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Monday, March 30, 2020
Matthew Funeral Home And Cremation Services, Inc.
2508 Victory Blvd.
Staten Island, New York, United States
Tuesday
31
March
Final Resting Place
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Resurrection Cemetery
361 Sharrott Avenue
Staten Island, New York, United States
Tuesday
31
March
Graveside Service
11:00 am
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Resurrection Cemetery
361 Sharrott Avenue
Staten Island, New York, United States
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Tony lit a candle
Monday, March 30, 2020
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To my father in law, God bless you. Rest In Peace. Thank you for welcoming me in to your family. Thank you for your wisdom and understanding. We all love you dearly.
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Madalene Muniz lit a candle
Monday, March 30, 2020
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I remember lsrael as a no nonsense man, strong and gentle. He and Carmen were wonderful at hosting and welcoming very one who visited. He had a great ear for music. He was always ready to lend a hand. May he rest in peace.
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Francois El-Hayek posted a condolence
Monday, March 30, 2020
Dear Israel, thank you for welcoming me into your home. I enjoyed your stories, your music, and most of all, I cherish having gotten to know what a genuine good hearted person you are. The image of you in the hallway waiting for us to arrive, and then walking us to the elevator when we left is pleasantly etched in my memory. You are very special to Sylvia and Tatin, and now special to me too. My deepest condolences go to Carmen, Janet, Roberto and the grandchildren.
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Monday, March 30, 2020
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My uncle Israel was one of a kind man. He was the patriot of the family and he did the job well He loved his family dearly. And would call us all the time to see how we were doing he love to sing & play the guitar to the music he loved most. But my fondes memories was when he would call me and spoke about my dad his brother in-law. He truly loved my dad and my dad love him too. But your journey here has ended and god call you to be with the rest of the family in the spiritual world. So go earn your wings for it’s a much better place. You will always be miss. Sleep in peace for we shall see each other again.
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Sylvia El-Hayek posted a condolence
Monday, March 30, 2020
My Dear Uncle, thank you for being such a memorable part of my life. I will miss your laughter, your stories, your music. I loved visiting you at Christmas. You always greeted me with so much love. You made sure I enjoyed some of your delicious coquito. You played the guitar, and even sang your favorite songs. Then we listened to your stories and laughed so much. I didn't want to leave. Thank you for the wonderful times. You will truly be missed Uncle. May you rest in peace. Te recordaré siempre con mucho amor.
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Monday, March 30, 2020
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Joaquin Rodriguez posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, March 29, 2020
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From Alex Rodriguez
My beloved uncle. Thank you for being a good influence for all of us. And for your kindness. May God bless you.
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Javy posted a condolence
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Mi mas sentido pesame a toda la familia! Siento mucho tu partida! Se que seras extrañado por toda la familia y todos los demas! Seras un gran aristista allá en el cielo! Disfruta con todos los que se nos adelantaron! Javy Valentin y familia
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Madalene Muniz posted a condolence
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Our uncle lsrael was our family patriarch and will forever be missed. Not only known to me as my maternal brother but as my dearly departed father's best friend or as l should say brother. I too have fond memories of lsrael for he truly was a patriarch. You have gone but will never be forgotten. Love you ❤️
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Ricardo A Hidalgo lit a candle
Sunday, March 29, 2020
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Thank you for always helping and supporting me in anyway possible and for always pushing me to do the right thing in life
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Maria Martinez posted a condolence
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Thank you for always being a second father to my daughter Franscesca and for taking care of her!
I will forever thank you and Carmen for that
Hasta siempre y se le va extrañar
Maria
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Leonor Colon lit a candle
Sunday, March 29, 2020
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Thank you for always being a source of inspiration and guidance to our entire family. We know you will continue to watch over us from up above and we can't wait to see you again. You will be missed and Never forgotten.
Lee
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Roberto E Hidalgo lit a candle
Sunday, March 29, 2020
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Abuelo,
Thank you for sharing the love of music through your life and into mine.
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Franscesca Hidalgo lit a candle
Sunday, March 29, 2020
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To my grandfather,
Showing me what the word family really means,
Teaching me to never give up and to stay strong.
I love you and will always remember you.
Lily Muniz Urbano lit a candle
Sunday, March 29, 2020
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Andrew Caban posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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My grandfather was a man of many hats, he was a painter, a carpenter, a musician, a father, a husband, a grandfather. He excelled at each and every one of those things and there is no man that could have done it all like him. I still remember the days where he would try to teach me how to play guitar, or when he would pick me up from school. I still remember how his smile and eyes lit up the entire room. He raised a beautiful family and led a beautiful life, no matter what happened he did everything his way and was never afraid to offer advice and console others, he was the best of us through and through and never stopped fighting till the end, te amo mucho grandpa, I hope I make you proud.
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Marcella Martinez lit a candle
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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Isreal was a thoughtful person and loved by everyone. I too am so thankful to have been accepted to the family. I remember asking Roberto are your parents going to like me and Roberto answer was “my dad likes you” so I guess I received the approval lol. I will always remember him singing while I would eat at the table lol. He would play his guitar with a smile on his face. I always felt Israel was the go to person if you needed a solution answered and he would think about it and would give you his response. He has raised 2 strong, smart and compassionate children and grandchildren. I have seen in these past years the love he shared with everyone. I am sending my condolences to Carmen, Janet, Roberto the grandchildren, his sisters and to all of his family members. He will truly be missed.
Johnny Ng lit a candle
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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Thank you for accepting me into your family and having shared so many holidays with me. You and your family have been so kind to me and have shown me so much of your culture. I will forever cherish the time I had with you and the memories with everyone. You will be missed dearly. Rest in peace knowing that you have raised beautiful children, grandchildren and a loving family.
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Melvin Rodriguez lit a candle
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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To my Uncle Israel. I will miss your smile, your love and pride for the family. Your joy for our successes has always been genuine. I love you. To my Aunt Carmen, Cousins Janet and Roberto, I offer my condolences and love you all dearly.
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Linda Caban lit a candle
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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Para iluminar tu camino al cielo y a los buenos espíritus. Te amaré por siempre.
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Saturday, March 28, 2020
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Thank you for being a second father to me, to all of your grandkids. I still remember growing up in that small apartment in Brooklyn, how you’d take us to school and pick us up, always making sure we ate and did our homework. Even then, you were so supportive of all of us moving to Staten Island together, because to you, home is wherever family is. Thank you for showing me how beautiful music is, how it heals us and takes us back to our memories in time. I will carry that with me forever. Te amaré por siempre. Sonreiré por ti, tal como lo hiciste por nosotros.
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Cookie posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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Que puedo yo decir que ya todo el mundo no sepa eras un extraordinario tío y siempre me aconsejaba siempre te llevaré en mi corazón
Te quiero mucho Cookie
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Lisa Florez posted a condolence
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Descansa En Paz querido Tio
I remember when I was small and he use to take us on drives all around Moca!!!
Also remember when we went to NY when Javy was small and he use to get on top of Capi and we use to tell him to get off the poor dog and Tio use to say "NO DEJENLO QUIETO, IT'S OK" he loved to see that. I have a lot of great memories of him.
I will always remember him for loving to play his guitar and his singing all the time, you will be missed
Sevelinda Rodriguez lit a candle
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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I remember as a child going to Tio Israel’s house in PR. He would be sitting outside his balcony with his dog “Capi”or “Capitan” always with a smile and very protective of his family! Tio was always available to help those in need and until his last days he will not loose the opportunity to give us advice! you will live forever in our hearts praying that one day we will meet again!
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Cookie lit a candle
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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Roberto uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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Papi, thank you for teaching me not only to be a man but what it takes to be a Dad not only a father. Over the years you showed me the difference in that. Which I am trying to be for Franscesca, Roberto and Ricardo. A dad like you were. Love you always.
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Flor and Emilio posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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I remember having my uncle, Israel, over my house with others of the family along with my mom. Emilio made a fruit salad laced with vodka, unknown to him. After finishing the salad, he told his wife that it was the best fruit salad he ever had and asked her to refill the bowl with more which he thoroughly enjoyed. That made me so happy but I think he was even happier! Lol
With Love
Flor
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Joaquin Rodriguez Jr. lit a candle
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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Thank you for the love, support and example. Nunca me olvidare de la primera vez que me llevaste a tocar con el trío. Y luego que tocamos en el teatro, ademas de los vídeos con Bije y Juan Muniz... Y por siempre guardare tu memoria sagrada. Espero un día reunirnos de nuevo para tocar juntos entre los angeles del cielo.
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Saturday, March 28, 2020
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Janette posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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Keep playing music dad, as we shall continue to enjoy you playing your guitar. Love you always!
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Janette lit a candle
Saturday, March 28, 2020
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To a wonderful, extraordinary and loving father. God bless you. Love you forever!
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