Kathleen Rubino

Kathleen Rubino, 81 of Saint James, passed away on December 8, 2025. Kathy was born in
Uniondale, NY, on March 6, 1944, to the late Anthony and Jennie (Giardine) Alimonte. She is
survived by her two children, Kathleen Hurski (Billy) and Jennifer Walling, and her six
grandchildren, Billy and Rebecca Hurski, Bryce, Brooke, Brody, and Bradyn Walling. She was
the sister of the late Adelaide (Danny) Williams and the late Richard (Santa) Alimonte. Many
nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive her.
She was a loving mother and grandmother whose greatest joy came from her family. Her home
was always open, her kitchen always warm, and her heart always full. Whether she was making
her children’s favorite meals or cheering from the stands at Ranger games, she poured her
energy into creating moments of happiness for those she loved the most.
Her love of nature and the outdoors was evident in her beautiful gardens, where she spent
hours nurturing flowers and plants with the same care she gave her family. Summers on the
South Shore were her favorite- boating across the water, soaking up the sun, and sharing
laughter with family and friends.
Her compassion extended beyond people to her two beloved dogs, Scotch and Gracie, constant
companions who brought her daily joy and comfort. They were part of her family, and she
treated them with the same affection and devotion that defined her relationship with everyone
she loved.
She will be remembered for her generosity, her laughter, and her ability to make every person
feel valued and loved. Her spirit lives on in the traditions she created, the meals she shared,
and the countless memories she built with her children and grandchildren.
Her family and friends take comfort in knowing that her love continues to guide them, as
steadfast and enduring as the gardens she so lovingly tended.