Carla F Siglain

A proud first-generation American, Carla was born on July 28, 1932, to Frank and Jennie Darmiento in Brooklyn, NY. In 1939 – a turbulent time for America and the world with the onset of World War II – Carla, along with her siblings and her mother, moved to her parents’ native Italy. Her father remained in America to provide for the family. She lived in Italy until she was 17, overcoming fascism, turmoil, and hardship in the war-torn country.

In 1949, Carla, her siblings, and her mother returned to New York, where she lived for most of her life. Speaking little English and facing financial difficulties, the challenges were significant for the family. In those early years in America, Carla’s dedication to and care for her family, particularly her siblings, began in earnest – and continued throughout the entirety of her life. She assisted her mother with household tasks and looking after her younger siblings. She mastered English, becoming effortlessly bilingual. She successfully navigated the obstacles of starting a life as a young person in a new country.

She married twice, and was a loving and committed wife. In 1953, she married Peter Pomarico, with whom she had two children, Scott and Jeff. She later divorced and, as a single mother, with the grit and fortitude that was evident in many of her endeavors, ensured her young sons had opportunities that she did not. She remarried to Stuart Siglain.

Her ingenuity and adaptability were on display in her career. She held, and excelled at, a number of jobs, including most notably working for McDonnell Douglas Corporation in Los Angeles, California, and Canon, Inc., at its then-corporate headquarters in Lake Success, New York. In 2015, well into her retirement, Carla began to split time between her homes in Massapequa Park, New York, and Scottsdale, Arizona (where she eventually lived year-round), spending as much time as she could with her children and grandchildren, whom she loved unconditionally and to whom she devoted much of her life.

She traveled widely throughout the U.S. and cherished her return to Italy for vacation. She never stopped appreciating the little things – the sound of waves on the shore, a reassuring, quiet breeze, or a multicolored sunset. But she also had a passion for the unique, rare experiences – a landmark, an historic event, or a national park. She made sure there was a record of her journeys and experiences, too – mainly through taking pictures or recording video, which she enjoyed and had a real aptitude for.

She will be remembered for her kindness, compassion, and humility, to be sure – as well as the sheer fortitude, strength of will, and zeal for life that sustained her. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends who love her.

Carla is predeceased by her parents, Frank and Jennie Darmiento; her brothers Vito Darmiento, Vito Darmiento, and Frank Darmiento, Jr.; her sisters Antoinette Darmiento and Marie (Rudolf) Lanzillotta; and her granddaughter, Shannon Pomarico.

Carla is survived by her husband, Stuart Siglain; her brothers, Angelo (Santa) Darmiento and Louis (Madalaine) Darmiento; her children, Scott (Micki) Pomarico and Jeff Pomarico; her grandchildren Linda (Rick) Coleman, Michael Pomarico, David (Lauren) Pomarico, Christopher Pomarico, Jeffrey Pomarico, Joseph Pomarico, and Peter Pomarico; and her great-grandchildren Roman Pomarico and Riley Pomarico.

A viewing in Arizona was held on June 30, 2026, at Green Acres Mortuary and Cemetery in Scottsdale.

A viewing in New York will be held on July 17, 2026, from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at James Funeral Home in Massapequa.

A celebration of Carla’s life will be held on July 18, 2026, at 11 a.m. in the chapel at St. Charles Cemetery in Farmingdale, after which Carla will be laid to rest.

Flowers may be sent to James Funeral Home, 540 Broadway, Massapequa, NY, 11758. In addition to or in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Tunnels to Towers Foundation: t2t.org.