Ann Zamoiski Yanovsky
Memorial Service:
January 9, 2022
Location: (Zoom)
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It is with profound sadness that we share the news that Ann Zamoiski Yanovsky has lost her more than six year battle with uterine cancer on December 26, 2021. A native of Chevy Chase, Maryland, Annie was born on August 10, 1954. After graduating from BCC High School and then Boston University, Annie traveled the world before settling in New York City where she lived for almost 40 years, becoming that consummate NY sports fan except for her beloved Washington Football Team. An accomplished and creative floral designer, internet designer and marketing manager, Annie found her true calling in working in NYC residential real estate sales.
Never seeing herself as a victim, facing every challenge and obstacle with her signature good humor, energy and optimism, Annie made every minute of her life count. She never let her treatment get in the way of being an incredible parent to her amazing daughter, a caring sister to her brothers, a selfless daughter to her mother, more like a sister to her sister in laws, a doting aunt and great aunt, a loving influence on her whole family, an invaluable friend to all who knew her and a professional whose love of her work always made her a success.
Family was the centerpiece of her life, and her dedication through her kindness, love and affection has made each of us a better human being. In her 67 years, Annie made an impact on all those who held her close or who knew her even slightly. She lived her life with passion and hope, choosing happiness as her mantra. Annie embraced everyone she met, leaving them richer for the experience. Creative, generous and authentically caring, Annie’s trademark smile was enough to make everyone she met a new friend. If you knew Annie, it is my hope that you will hold her memory close to your heart so you will continue to be enriched by how she touched your life. Smile when you think of Annie, and be assured that she is smiling back.
Annie is survived by her loving daughter Asher, her mother Suzie, her brothers John, Jason and Joe, her sisters-in-law Audrey, Barbie and Jodi, her nieces and nephew Molly, JoJo, Jordyn and Jake, her great niece Ellie, her step-nephews Scott and Ryan and all those who loved her.
Annie is still spreading her magic as she remains within each of us giving us a reason to be grateful for what we have. With sensitivity to Covid protocols in mind, a memorial service will be held via zoom on January, 9, 2021. With respect to her giving nature, should you wish to remember Annie with a donation, follow the link to Hart For Animals Fund provides free medical services for senior dogs to encourage adoption at https://www.hartforanimals.org/lolas-fund
or City Harvest which is helping with food insecurity in New York City at https://secure.cityharvest.org/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app30117a?3661.donation=form1&df_id=3661&mfc_pref=T&NONCE_TOKEN=489486BD8B6DC365FA87917BE78B9064&fbclid=IwAR0IzqJQp-inEfeuwNzJax7VQKlqiBrcxRUDEk6XNtWEsxNEYmv-n1p8_PE ...Her life was a blessing to us all.
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IN MEMORY Nestor Benjamin Zapata Passed Jan 15, 2026 Born June 28,1932 Resided Nyc, NY Nestor Benjamin Zapata went home to the Risen Jesus on Jan 15, 2026 at age 93. Nestor was born to Nestor Zapata Sandoval and Anita Vinck on June 28, 1932 in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. As a Child, He excelled in school, theater and sports. With leading roles in plays at George Washington H.S. IN Washington Heights, NYC. He was also an avid baseball and basketball player. He loved playing golf with his friends. He also was an excellent ice skater that few PR's can do. Nestor met his 1st wife, Connie at a church dance. They married two years later and went on to have four children, Nestor, Michael, Laura and Christina. Also many Grandchildren as well Great-Grandchildren He later met his current wife, Grace and married Nov 5, 1999. They loved going to meetings to celebrate the gift of sobriety. As well as helping many people along the journey. They also enjoyed going to Lincoln Center, Radio City and Broadway. Seeing Hamilton twice! They acquired an incredible taste for NYC Cuisine. In addition to being a dedicated father, Nestor also loved the NY Yankees and NY Giants, also staying active in AA & holding various roles at the church. He also will be remembered for umpiring little league on Roosevelt Island. He held an unwavering faith in God, which He shared with those who surrounded him.
Viewing Thursday December 18th, 2025 9:00 A.M. to 9:30 A.M. Funeral Mass Church of St. Monica 413 East 79th Street New York, NY 10075 Thursday December 18th, 2025 10:00 A.M. Private Cremation In Lieu of Flowers Donate to St. Jude https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html
Donna M. Hamilton, a beloved mother, was born on December 27, 1943 in Kansas City, MO and peacefully passed away in the early evening of October 31, 2025. Donna’s faith guided her outlook to motherhood and to life. Donna grew up throughout the state of Texas. After graduating high school, her family moved to Washington, D. C. She eventually met and later married Vernon Hamilton (1930-2014); they had three children. Donna enjoyed participating in her church's events, embroidery, watching Hallmark movies, and most of all being with her family and friends. She had a beautiful smile and a kind, friendly personality that was noticed by everyone. Donna retired from New York Presbyterian Hospital after working as a Physician’s Assistant for over 35 years. She worked in the ambulatory surgery and plastic surgery departments, but her passion was in plastic surgery. Donna was phenomenal and highly respected in her field and often would be called upon to help the student physicians. Donna is survived by her three children: Scott, Melody, and Todd, an older brother, John Scott, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her grandson, Hamilton, who lived nearby, was often at her apartment visiting, going to the store for her when it became too difficult, or trying to keep her spirit up. Donna was loving, kind, charming, and unforgettable. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her and she will continue to inspire us all. Two quotes that our mother always told us (and the grandchildren and great-grandchildren): “treat others the way you wanted to be treated” and “do not compare yourself to others because for always there will be greater and lesser persons than you.”