We are deeply honored by the LI Times coverage of the recent street renaming in tribute to Barbara Mangano, a beloved matriarch and guiding light of our family and business.
Community leader honored with ceremonial street renaming in Deer Park
The Town of Babylon has honored the late Barbara Mangano with a ceremonial street renaming in recognition of her extraordinary contributions to the funeral service industry and her unwavering dedication to the Deer Park community, the Mangano Funeral Home announced last week.
Barbara Mangano, born on June 12, 1949, in Brooklyn, moved to Deer Park at age 14, bringing with her the values and work ethic instilled during her early years assisting at her grandfather’s funeral home. At just 11 years old, Mangano began helping with small but important tasks, straightening chairs, cleaning after services, laying the foundation for a lifetime of service to others.
In 1971, Mangano broke barriers by becoming the first female licensed funeral director in Suffolk County, a trailblazing achievement that opened doors for generations of women in the profession. Her career spanned decades of service, not only to grieving families but also to a wide array of charitable and civic organizations. She was an active member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Sons of Italy, the South Shore Lions Club, and the Deer Park Business Women’s Professional Club, and supported numerous causes, including Ss. Cyril and Methodius RC Church, Mercy Soup Kitchen, Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital, and the Bowery Mission.
A devoted mother and proud grandmother of six, Mangano cherished time with her family, loved to cook, and embraced her passion for travel. She is remembered most for her loving heart, selflessness, and unwavering dedication to community.
“My mother was the heart and soul of our family and our business. She dedicated her life to helping others during their most difficult times and to lifting up the community she loved so deeply,” said Sal Mangano, president of Mangano Family Funeral Home and Barbara’s son.
Once again the Mangano Family Foundation and Mangano Family Funeral Homes joined the Deer Park Fire Department, Joseph Baggio, and The Works Barbershop to deliver the toys we collected to Cohen Children’s Medical Center. This was truly a full community effort, bringing together emergency responders, local businesses, a true warrior, and dedicated residents all united
In Episode 7 of the Doing Good radio show, Mangano Family Foundation’s Founder Sal Mangano spotlights two outstanding community leaders making a real difference across Long Island. Babylon Town Councilman Terence McSweeney and Ryan Burnett, President of the Ryan Anthony Head Start Fund, joined the conversation to share inspiring stories and their impactful work to
The Mangano Family Foundation is pleased to announce that Episode 7 of the Doing Good Radio Show will air this Sunday, December 14 at 6:30 AM on My Country 96.1 FM. Our founder and president, Sal Mangano, will be joined by special guests Town of Babylon Councilman Terence McSweeney and Ryan Burnett, President of the
The Mangano Family Foundation and Funeral Home in Deer Park are sponsoring the 4th Annual Toy Drive in partnership with the Deer Park Fire Department, Our Warrior Joseph Baggio, and The Works Barbershop. We are committed to supporting meaningful community initiatives. As part of this sponsorship, Mangano Family Funeral Homes in Deer Park is serving