Maria Munive
Visitation:
Friday
March 28, 2025
5-8 PM
John Krtil Funeral Home
1297 1st Ave
New York, NY 10021
Funeral Mass:
Saturday
March 29, 2025
10 AM
St. Monica Church
413 E 79th St
New York, NY 10075
Burial:
12:15 PM
Mount Olivet Cemetery
6540 Grand Ave
Maspeth, NY 11378
Mount Olivet Cemetery
Maria Munive
September 8, 1951 – March 20, 2025
With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to Maria Munive, a woman who lived life on her own terms and filled every room with warmth, laughter, and love. Born on September 8, 1951, in Iguala, Mexico, Maria took a leap of faith, immigrating to the United States and building a life filled with adventure, resilience, and deep connections.
Maria met the love of her life, Cesar, in New York City in the 1970s, and together they created a beautiful family. After his passing, she faced her grief with incredible strength, coming out even stronger and proving time and again that nothing could keep her down. She was fearless in the way she lived, and she passed that strength on to her children.
More than anything, Maria loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She lived to spoil them, celebrate them, and make them feel like the most special people in the world.
Maria was also the best kind of friend…the one who would give you the shirt off her back, the one who showed up when you needed her, the one who made every moment brighter just by being there. She loved to travel. Whether she was exploring a new city or soaking in the ocean breeze, she embraced every adventure with open arms.
She is survived by her son Jason, daughter-in-law Sarah, and granddaughter Isabella; daughter Raquel, son-in-law Steve, and grandsons Elijah, Benjamin, and Isaac; and daughter Michelle and son-in-law Arthur. Her fearless spirit, boundless love, and infectious energy will live on in all who were lucky enough to know her.
Maria’s wake will be held on Friday, March 28, from 5:00–8:00 PM at John Krtil Funeral Home, 1297 1st Ave, Manhattan. A funeral mass will take place on Saturday, March 29, at 10:00 AM at The Church of St. Monica, 413 East 79th Street, Manhattan.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
We’ll miss you every day, Mama, but we know you’re off on your greatest adventure yet.
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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.”