Yolanda Merante Obituary
We announce the death of Yolanda Merante of Brooklyn, New York, who passed away on June 13, 2026, at the age of 87. Yolanda will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Yolanda Merante to pay them a last tribute.
Yolanda will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Yolanda will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Yolanda’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Nicola Fava and Oliva Basso; her husband Tommaso Merante; and her son Nick (Grazia). She is survived by: her son Eugene (Debbie); her grandchildren, Thomas (Kathleen), Alyssa (Stephen), Nicolas and Gabriella; and her great grandchild Leonardo.
