Her son, she said, loved to eat the German food of his family's roots and that, as well as key lime pie and all his favorites, will be served after his funeral services, she said. He noted the village officers are aggressive in speed enforcement throughout Quogue, including along that portion of Montauk Highway where the speed limit is 40 mph. "It's instantaneous. Her brother, she said, was fiercely protective of his sisters. ", He added that Ryan, "the ultimate jock, has been sidelined. "They helped clean up and then they called an Uber to go dancing. All of the friends he'd held so close during his life turned out in force for his funeral, a solid show of support and love, Kurt said. According to the Fairchild Funeral Chapel, which posted Ryan's obituary, he lived his entire life in Manhasset, and "loved the Orange & Blue," the school's colors. The Suffolk medical examiner would not release information on Mendez's autopsy or toxicology report. There were vacations to St. John, Florida, California, Turks and Caicos. Looking at the flowers and messages, Kurt was filled with emotion. State Police are assisting with accident reconstruction, Isola said. We have to pull together now." It was at the University of Scranton where he met Brianna Maglio, 24; the two had been dating for six years. James Farrell heads downfield during a game for Manhasset High School in 2014. Credit: James Escher. At the altar, white roses surrounded a photo of Ryan; the roses might have been wedding flowers, the suit he wears in the photograph that depicts his smiling face might have been worn to a celebration if only life were different. Nicole also spoke about the beautiful bond he shared with Brianna, whom they all call "Bri" and who he called "Bri-Bri. Police said that just. A funeral will be held for Zahid on Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Masjid Darul Quran in Bay Shore. All rights reserved. ", Brianna Maglio, who was in critical condition Sunday, in a photo taken at theUniversity of Scranton. "I was down on the lacrosse fields in Delaware on the club circuit when I heard the devastating news.". Treasured by Bob, Christy, Catherine, Sarah & Lauren Weppler and Joe, Darlene, Rocky, Argie, Iliana, George, Shana & Brianna Maglio. He lettered in football and lacrosse, and was an All-Nassau and All-Academic player who also sang in the chorus, Cherry said. They're our heroes. He excelled on the field, winning two New York State hockey championships and leaving a long legacy in lacrosse. ", Kurt and Nina added: "This should never have happened and it should never happen again.". ", His son and his friends, Kiess said, "were all good kids. ", She and her sister first learned that their brother had a girlfriend on Instagram, Nicole laughed. "He was a pleasure to coach.". ", His voice quiet, Kurt said: "Rest in peace, our son. Brianna M. Maglio, 22, of Garden City, was taken to Peconic Bay Medical Center in critical condition as the fourth passenger. ", But, he added, "We believe in the resurrection. "I love you forever, my little brother.". They weren't married in the law, but in the Lord. Kiess girlfriend, Brianna M. Maglio, 22, of Garden City, another passenger in the Prius, was taken to Peconic Bay Medical Center in critical condition, police said. We see this happen on TV. Ryan's 22-year-old girlfriend Brianna Maglio of Garden City, a neonatal nurse who played college lacrosse at Scranton, remains in critical condition. Love is meaningful relationships and sharing mutual emotions," he said. ". Others read a poem, "Remember me," and the 23rd Psalm and a 1 Corinthians 13, a verse about love, was also read. "Ryan and Brianna shared something only a few are ever able to experience in a lifetime and we were all able to witness it," Nicole said. The two had been dating for six years. He'd heard that the last time a crash took place at the site was years ago, Kiess said. Next, the song "You'll Be In My Heart" played, as Kurt laid his hand on his son' coffin. We love our son and we always will.". During the pandemic, after her shifts as a nurse, would come over and sleep in Ryan's room, while he was working, he said. Then all of a sudden, boom, you have it happen to you. He leaves behind three children. Im in shock still. The wife of the Uber driver also held a funeral for her husband and sole provider this week; left with three small children, she has commenced fundraising efforts to help them. We are devastated.". He urged those in the church, "Remember, Number 17 is in the ultimate Hall of Fame, with the love of Jesus Christ.". Police said that just after 11:15 p.m., the Maxima, traveling west on Montauk Highway near Quogue Street, left its lane and hit the eastbound Prius head-on. Veeravenkata Vadaparty. Her smile would light up a room.". Credit: NJ Sport Pics / Jim O'Connor. QUOGUE, NY, (July 24, 2021) - Brianna Maglio, age 22, of Garden City, was identified as the only survivor of a tragic head-on collision Saturday night that claimed the lives of five men in the Village of Quogue. Quogue Village Police Chief Christopher Isola told Newsday he did not believe the curve on Montauk Highway near the intersection was any more or less dangerous than other bends in the town. "That's ridiculous. (Photos by Jennifer Corr) Brianna Maglio, a Garden City (N.Y.) and Scranton lacrosse alum, is currently hospitalized following the crash. He loved Brianna. Investigators believe excessive speed may. "Michael was such a happy-go-lucky kid and a tough lacrosse player," Cromwell added. Kiess is survived by his parents Kurt and Nina, his sisters Nicole and Kim, his grandparents Klaus and Nancy Kiess and Anna Calace-Mottola, and his longtime girlfriend Brianna Maglio. "He was a physical, aggressive leader out there.". As the funeral began on Friday, a sea of young faces marked by unthinkable loss gathered as an organist played "Ave Maria." Dorothy Vlach. "It feels like yesterday that James Farrell was jumping on the fence after winning the Nassau boys lacrosse championship," said Manhassets Mark Giardino, a physical education teacher at the high school, who also coached Farrell in junior varsity basketball. The sun shone through the blue stained glass mosaic as Ryan's parents and sisters wrapped their arms around one another in grief. Investigators are trying to determine if excessive speed was a cause of a devastating collision that killed five people late Saturday in Quogue, including two brothers, their friend and both drivers. Nicole remembered going to McDonald's, watching "Tarzan" with her brother, and Ryan sitting in his Subaru with the seat extended all the way back. Both were killed in the crash. Pray for Bri. Ryan, rise so you can tease your sisters and say you're the favorite," he said. Kiess' girlfriend of six years Garden City resident Brianna Maglio, 22 is the only survivor and is currently at Peconic Bay Medical Center, listed in critical condition, the New York. He loved many things the Suburban, Christmas dinner at Peter Luger, eating at Tony's Di Napoli, the North Hempstead Country Club. 10 - Brianna Maglio gp 11 p 7 g 2 a 5 Bio Player Profile Game Log Career Stats Split Stats Career Statistics Freshman Year (2015) Game-by-Game Statistics Saw action in 11 games and started twice (vs. Redlands on March 16 and Occidental on March 18) Scored two goals and had five assists for seven total points It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Michael O'Brien Farrell (Port Washington, New York), who passed away on July 24, 2021, leaving to mourn family and friends. "Even though I am technically his older sister, I always looked up to him figuratively and literally. Funds were also donated to GoFundMe pages for those impacted by the tragedy, including Kiess' girlfriend Brianna Maglio, 22, of Garden City. "The reason he was working at night was to spend time with his family during the day," says Rizvi. Kiess' girlfriend, 22-year-old Brianna Maglio, of Garden City, survived and remains in critical condition. Investigators believe excessive speed may have been a factor in the crash, police said. Kurt Kiess thanked the 3,500 that turned out in a huge outpouring of love for his son's services Thursday at the funeral home; interment followed the funeral service Friday at Nassau Knolls Cemetery in Port Washington. Brianna Maglio is on Facebook. Reflecting on that night, Nina said the "what ifs" swirl in her mind. Of Ryan, he said, "We'd do anyting to see that big smile, that big heart, to hear his playlists," he said. That' real love. Manhasset's AL Fresco . Kiess and James Farrell were classmates from elementary school to high school and played lacrosse together, Ryan parents, Kurt and Nina Kiess, said. Meantime, Syed Rizvi is planning a final goodbye for his brother-in-law Zahid, a married father of three. "And there's nothing you can do to help Ryan but we can help Bri. "Youre so happy that your kids are doing the right thing and then you wonder why and how something like this happens? His voice breaking on tears, Kurt said: "We know they saved Bri. Maglio was involve in fatal a car accident that took the lives of her loving boyfriend Ryan and their friends Michael and James. Local obituaries for Garden City, New York 37 Results Saturday, January 28, 2023 Add Photos Add a Memory Emil Codignotto Codignotto - Emil, on January 26, 2023. Police say the driver of the Nissan Maxima, 22-year-old, Justin Mendez, was driving around a curve when he went into oncoming traffic and smashed into a car that was being used as an Uber. A member of the Manhasset High School Class of 2014, Ryan was excelled at lacrosse, football, and ice hockey, where he served as team captain. I love you more than any words. They were all at the start of their careers, it was unlimited they had their whole lives in front of them. Topics you care about, straight to your inbox. "Ryan came into the world as a 9-pound, 4-ounce baby and lived larger than life," his obituary read. Brianna Maglio is 26 years old and was born on 09/04/1996. ", As Kurt said, the pastor added, "Its the love that we share with one another that helps us through this difficult time. James Farrell, who also died in the crash with his brother Michael, was known as "King James" to Ryan, his friend from elementary school, the buddy he rode the school bus with. Michael always had a beautiful smile and was so upbeat. Police say the officer who witnessed Mendez speeding made a U-turn and tried to follow but the crash happened seconds later. "Thank you for taking me to Taco Bell for the first time. "When I got up this morning it took my breath away," she said. PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., March 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The family of Brianna Maglio, the sole survivor of the July, 2021 head-on crash in Quogue that left five dead, has filed a complaint. The amount of traffic on Montauk Highway has increased over the years." On their way to go out dancing, the three were riding in an Uber with Kiess' girlfriend, 22-year-old Brianna Maglio of Garden City, who is . She is thankful that her son was home with their family during the past year during the pandemic, for those precious moments. I wish I could have protected you. "They were doing the right thing.". When he left for college, his son amassed even more loyal friends, Kurt said. In Brianna's heart and in Ryan's heart, they were married. It was at the University of Scranton where he met Brianna Maglio, 24; the two had been dating for six years. "Every turn along Montauk Highway in the Town of Southampton is dangerous," he said. Maglio, 24, of Garden City, survived and Kiess said he believes his son and the other young men saved her. All who loved him wish he'd made his tee time, scheduled a week before the crash, Rev. Ryan worked with his mother on the outdoor lights. 2 for three years and played the viola for eight years in the school orchestras, the obituary said. Michael Farrell graduated in 2019 and went to Villanova University, the coach said. Herbst said. Why does it hurt so much? ", "They were doing the right thing and being smart and getting a ride to meet friends and then this happens," Cherry said. "Our community is absolutely heartbroken," Schlanger said. James Farrell was the captain of the Manhasset team in 2014, Cherry said. Credit: James Escher, "He was a kid everyone loved being around," said current Manhasset boys lacrosse coach Keith Cromwell. "The world was in front of them. Harold V. Muller Jr. November 13, 2022 (84 years old) View obituary. Maglio, the sole survivor of the crash, remains hospitalized in critical. We are made to know about this on July 26, 2021. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy. Ryan. The pastor also thanked the entire Manhasset community, the fire department and school district, the Nassau Police Department, and even the Americana Manhasset mall, which provided parking, for coming together to lay Ryan to rest. It shouldn't be that dangerous. You can find more information here. Kurt asked all in attendance to touch their hearts. .. and the blue and orange of Manhasset. It was written by Chinese and Zou. RIP, Ryan. If only Nina and Kurt Kiess hadn't lost their beloved son on a curving Quogue road in the dark of night. James Farrell played the midfield for Manhasset and went on to play in college at the University of Pennsylvania, where he was a team captain his senior year. "He was a team-first kind of guy," Cherry said. According to Kurt Kiess, Ryan's father,. All of his friends were in the cottage, playing games and dancing," he said. Both directions of Montauk Highway in the area of the crash reopened Sunday morning after being closed for several hours overnight. "I coached all three of them over the years and its just unbelievable," Cherry said. "Hes definitely mature beyond his years," the mother said. The hundreds of mourners were there for Manhasset High School alums Ryan Kiess, 25, and brothers 20-year-old Michael and 25-year-old James Farrell, who died in a head-on collision in Quogue on July 24. Please received our heartfelt condolences. Its like a nightmare. He walked into the living room and got into the car and that was the last time I saw my son," Kiess said. Ryan had just been promoted by KPMG, his family said. Beloved husband of the late. Manhasset Secondary School Principal Dean Schlanger said the loss has hit the Manhasset community hard. Cherry, the three men's former coach, said the Saturday crash was "so senseless, so heartbreaking. Visitation will be on Aug. 5, and a funeral service and internment will be held on Aug. 6. And at college, there was Brianna, Kurt said. "The young people called an Uber to be safe, he said. Ryan, he said, loved to tease his sisters. The driver of the Prius, Farhan Zahid, 32, of Bay Shore, was an Uber driver, and three passengers, Michael O. Farrell, 20, James P. Farrell, 25, and Kiess, 25, all from Manhassett, died at the scene, police said. He said it was too early to say if drugs or alcohol were a factor. Four friends who were reportedly headed to a dance hired an Uber vehicle. Kiess said thought should be put into redesigning the roadway where the crash took place. ", Through tears, Kiess said: "Our hearts are broken forever. Justin B. Mendez, 22, of Brookhaven, who was driving a red Nissan Maxima and crashed head-on into a gray Toyota Prius on Montauk Highway and Quogue Street (East) died at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital a short time later, police said. The Farrell family could not be reached Sunday. It's a curvy road. He loved his family, friends and the community. Kiess' girlfriend, 22-year-old Brianna Maglio, of Garden City, survived and remains in critical condition. "Feel Ryan's love in you. They will all live through Bri forever. The biggest news, politics and crime stories in Suffolk County, in your inbox every Friday at noon. We believe that. His son, Kurt said, loved his "Manhasset guys," the young men he'd grown up with, and his friends at teammates at the Univesity of Scranton. Check Background Get Contact Info Reputation & Background View All Public Private Officials, he said, "need to be more responsible" and address the situation. James Farrells brother, Michael, also played midfield for Manhasset, Cherry said. "He was a real celebrator when he won," Kurt said. The adjectives Nina Kiess used to describe her son was good-hearted, respectful and loyal. Smiling, he said, he, too, didn't learn about Brianna right away. The pain rips us apart," he said. He was passionate about family, friends, sports, food, music, travel, and good times, especially at the North Hempstead Country Club. We mourn with the family of Brianna M. Maglio for this great loss. Neither drivers family could be located Sunday. "But he was not a sore loser.". "We gather here today and know the pain of tragedy. Copyright 2023 Newsday. Pietro Maglio was born in Grotollela, Italy in. MORE: 3 Manhasset HS alumni among 5 killed in weekend Quogue crash. "Its every parents nightmare.". November 22, 2013. "My son was so proud of that house. 3 Manhasset HS alumni among 5 killed in weekend Quogue crash. Maglio, the sole survivor of the crash, remains hospitalized in critical condition. Had a goal and an assist in a 17-4 win over the Merchant Marine Academy on April 11 in Kings Point, New York. These two families are beloved in this community. "Ryan had every aspect of his life figured out," she said. Manhasset brothers Michael Farrell, 20, and James Farrell, 25, and their friend Ryan Kiess, 25 were all killed. Authorities released details on the night of the crash this week, and said Mendez was speeding, had marijuana in his car, and according to witness accounts that have not yet been verified, may have turned off his headlights when police began to follow him. The fifth passenger, 22-year-old Brianna Maglio of Garden City, was taken to a . Ryan Kiess died in the crash and his girlfriend, Brianna M.. Brianna is my daughter.". A fourth passenger, Brianna M. Maglio, 22, of Garden City, remains hospitalized at Peconic Bay Medical Center in critical condition, police said. This is so senseless, so heartbreaking.". ", Nicole, her voice breaking, said she longed for just one more bear hug, for one more bright morning of her brother bursting into her room unannounced to wake her up. Police said the Maxima crossed the centerline and collided with the Prius. "They spent hours, just sitting with each other," he said. Speaking of her brother, Nicole said it would have been impossible to navigate the pain of the days since her brother's loss without the caring and kind community that embraced them; there are "deep roots of love" connecting them all, she said. Farhan Zahid, 32, of Bay Shore was driving the Toyota Prius that was struck by a Nissan Maxima driven by Justin B. Mendez, 22, of Brookhaven, police said. Not food, or travel. November 16, 2022 (85 years old) View obituary. 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