NESTOR ZAPATA
June 28,1932—January 15, 2026
New York City, New York
For He will give His angels charge concerning you, to guard you in all your ways. Psalm 91:1 See, I am sending an angel ahead of you to guard you along the way and to bring you to the
place I have prepared. Exodus 23:20
Nestor Benjamin Zapata went home to the Risen Jesus on January 15, 2026 at age 93.
Nestor was born to Nestor Ulises Zapata and Ana Mangual 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 High School in Washington Heights, New York. 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 professionals could rival.
Nestor met his first wife, Connie in 1952 at a church dance. They married two years later on
July 13, 1954 and had four children: Nestor, Michael, Laura and Christina. Also many
grandchildren: Zechariah, Nicole, Dillon, Tyler, Dane and Alexandra, Ashley and Alaina, as well as his beloved great grandchild—Oliver.
He later met his current wife, Grace and married November 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 also acquired an incredible taste for New York City Cuisine.
Nestor Benjamin Zapata was 93 years old, a true New Yorker (he was loud and bold),
cherished his kids, grandkids and his wife, Grace. He shouldn't have lived a long life
given his past, but the decisions he made and the Grace of God allowed him to live
until he was called to Heaven—a blessing. I will never take that for granted. If you
ever had a chance to meet him, I bet you'd laugh right away thinking about his
hilarious (and unfiltered) sense of humor. There was never a dull moment with
Grandpa, and his memory lives on with endless inside jokes. Love you Grandpa!
From your "favorite granddaughter," Ashley.
In addition to being a dedicated father, Nestor also loved the New York Yankees and the
New York Giants, also stayed active in AA; sponsoring many men and 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.
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His faithful servants. Psalm 116:15
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Holy Family—St. John the Evangelist Church.
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Obituary for Carmela Ann Nardella Celebrating a Life of Love, Family, and Faith Carmela Ann Nardella, 81, of CT, passed away on April 19th, 2026 peacefully surrounded by her family. Born on September 23, 1944, Carmela was the beloved daughter of the late Carlo and Angelina Passarelli. A devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, she cherished her family and found her greatest joy in spending time with them. Carmela was known for her warm personality, kindness, supportive nature, Italian cooking, faith, strong work ethic, and her love of the beach, where she spent time with family each summer. Most important to Carmela were family holidays, her children and grandchildren's milestones, and celebrations. Carmela found the greatest joy in her endless support for her children and family, watching her grandsons grow up, baking and cooking with them, walks on the beach, and collecting seashells. She created lasting memories with each generation, making everyone feel loved and valued. She is survived by her three children and three grandchildren: Her daughter, Carolann Nardella; her son Anthony Nardella (wife Nicole); and daughter Andrea Nardella; and grandsons, Luke, Will, and Jake Nardella. She is also survived by her sister Carol Zerbo (husband Mike), as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Tomasina Passarelli and Joan Rammairone (husband Arthur). A funeral mass will be held on May 20th at 10:30am at St. Ignatius Loyola Church at 980 Park Avenue, New York, NY. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Carmela’s memory to Alzheimer's Foundation of America , Memorial Sloan Kettering, or please simply share a favorite memory with the family. Click here for the following links to: Alzheimer's Foundation of America Memorial Sloan Kettering
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