Staten Island obituaries for Saturday, April 10, 2021 Updated 9:29 AM; Patricia Nordman, 91, of Graniteville, a selfless family matriarch and wonderful cook, died Wednesday, April 7. Ronald Pfeiffer, 71, a tough guy with a soft heart for injured cats, died March 18. John Popadin, 97, a World War II veteran who was defined by his faith and his love of family and country, died March 30. Sophia B. Ryan, 93, a beloved mother and grandmother who attended ceramics classes for many years, died Wednesday, April 7. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. Disclaimer