Rayot Anthony DiFate Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Rayot Anthony DiFate (White Plains, New York). Rayot, born on July 31, 1941 in Yonkers, New York, passed away on October 12, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Rayot for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Rayot’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Telka Spiak and Michael DiFate.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Friday, October 16th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Ballard-Durand Funeral & Cremation Services (2 Maple Ave, White Plains, NY 10601). A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Anthony of Padua Church (85 Harrison St, West Harrison, NY 10604). A burial will be held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery (10 W Stevens Ave, Hawthorne, NY 10532).