The Young Sopranos PART 2: "The Last Great Gangster Funeral" Outline of Chapters

THE

YOUNG SOPRANOS

(#TYS)

CREATED

J. BECK

2026

DON ANTHONY JOHN SOPRANO JR

DIMEO CRIME FAMILY

The Young Sopranos

PART 2:

"The Last Great Gangster Funeral"

Outline of Chapters

Serialized Blog Posts

J. BECK

(2024-26)

This document provides a structured outline of the first 29 chapters of Part 2, as shared and analyzed in our conversations. Each entry includes:

Chapter Designation

Direct URL

Concise Summary

(Main Events Focuss Key Developmentss)

Chapters

Listed Narrative / Chronological Order

As Appearing on Blog:

"ELEVEN--7"

PART 2: The Last Great Gangster Funeral (Opener)

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/05/the-young-sopranos-part-2-last-great.html?m=1

Summary: A.J. and Stella are interrupted mid-sex by news of Uncle Junior’s death. A.J. begins funeral planning, recruits Hymie Hyle for the mysterious “Grand Caper,” and heroically disarms a masked robber at Mr. Monte’s Eleven7 gas station, earning lifelong protection debt from Monte and his daughter Neesha.

PART 2

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/05/the-young-sopranos-part-2-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Post-robbery escape; A.J. secures the large “Tomb of the Sopranos” crypt at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, arranges closed-casket viewing and burial at St. Lucy’s Church, fully recruits Hymie for the caper, and heads toward notifying Aunt Janice amid a Hezbollah news interrupt.

PART 2--III

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/05/the-young-sopranos-part-2-iii.html?m=1

Summary: A.J. discusses Carmela’s arrival with Meadow; reflects on family dysfunction; informs Junior’s longtime comare Bobbi Sanfilipo of the death, receives key inheritances (Johnny-Boy’s Beretta Cheetah pistol and Florida sea-cottage deed); plans a brief Yonkers casino getaway with Vito.

PART 2--IV

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/05/the-young-sopranos-part-2-iv-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Drive to Yonkers filled with deep therapy-style conversation about Tony, Carmela, Meadow, love/hate cycles, Phil Leotardo’s cruelty, and Vito’s paternity reveal; brothers arrive at the casino and horsetrack for a short escape.

5. PART 2--V

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/05/the-young-sopranos-part-2-v.html?m=1

Summary: Yonkers casino: blackjack and craps wins guided by Virginia’s betting advice; morning checkout with profits; lobby reunion with Sacrimori sisters Allegra and Kathrine; reveal that Virginia is their mother Ginny, post-weight-loss and cocaine-fueled.

PART 2--VI (Violence)

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/05/the-young-sopranos-part-2-vi-continued_20.html?m=1

Summary: Bobbi Sanfilipo’s suicide aftermath; body transport to Hymie; repeat robbery at Eleven7 leads to high-speed pursuit, crash, execution of one robber, and capture of young Arab getaway driver for Jack Black’s torture/interrogation (sleeper-cell intel).

PART 2--VII

(Violence)

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/05/the-young-sopranos-part-2-vii-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Return Eleven7 cash on principle of honor over greed; A.J. rants on RICO-era flips and modern mob decline; discover Mr. Monte murdered, rescue his abused adopted niece Neesha; A.J. promises lifelong protection.

PART 2--VIII (Violence)

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/05/the-young-sopranos-violencepart-2-viii.html?m=1

Summary: Relocate Neesha to Roxanne’s safe house; crew loots Eleven7 inventory; spray-paint “MBL” tags; pay Geno/Jake; drive-by shooting of fuel pumps triggers massive arson explosion, completely destroying the store.

PART 2--IX

Rosalie in Newark & Kelli in Miami

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/05/the-young-sopranos-part-2-ix-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Rosalie Aprile scolds daughter Kelli over phone for skipping Junior’s funeral despite A.J.’s personal invitation and paid travel; demands she rush to Newark (butt-plug prep, black clothes); A.J. visibly disappointed at airport greeting.

10.

PART 2--X

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/05/the-young-sopranos-part-2-x-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Meadow calls A.J. about incorrect Sunday Star obituary details; A.J. says ignore it (inner circle knows truth); light fed joke; promises to handle Carmela; reaffirms deep sibling trust (“Trust your Don—you made me”).

11.

PART 2--XIV

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/06/the-young-sopranos-part-2-xiv-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Morning after errands/sex; A.J. and Vito drive; handle family calls (A.J. shuts down Carmela using protester news); spit out bad coffee; haircut tease; Geno delivers NBA Finals betting payout.

12.

PART 2--XVI

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/06/the-young-soprano-part-2-xvi-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Early morning at Hyle Funeral Home: crew arrivals (Geno, Jake, Vito); NBA Finals betting payouts; Stella fight hype; rentals arranged for fed evasion; Hymie welcomes with fresh donuts, espresso, cigars.

13.

PART 2--XVII

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/06/the-young-soprano-part-2-xvii-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Hyle office becomes command center: Carlo, Compagino, Coco deliver tribute “bumps” and kiss A.J.’s ring; high-stakes Capos poker game scheduled; secret Satriale’s roast/grill prep for post-viewing gathering.

14.

PART 2--XIX

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/06/the-young-soprano-part-2-xix-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Stella wakes and dresses Franny in hotel; motorcycle ride to Satriale’s; Jack Black picks Franny up for Hyle drop-off; jogging commitment made for Stella’s upcoming fight training.

15.

PART 2--XX

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/06/the-young-soprano-part-2-xx-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Rhiannon’s emotional breakdown in office (jealousy over Stella marriage, alleged gang-rape claim); A.J. corrects trauma details; escorts her to Hilton. Franny arrives on motorcycle, provocative outfit draws stares from Geno/Jake.

16.

PART 2--XXI

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-young-soprano-part-2-xxi-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Hilton tour-bus family arrivals (Baccalieri/Giglione side); Janice scolds Sophia’s “butch” style; Sophia threatens to run away; A.J. sets boys up selling discounted Eleven7 lottery tickets.

17.

PART 2--XXII

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-young-soprano-part-2-xxii-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Charmaine Bucco’s racist prejudice against Roxanne and Neesha in kitchen; A.J. calmly reassigns them to serve drinks/food at the secret basement card games (tips allowed, no staring at hands).

18.

PART 2--XXIII

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-young-soprano-part-2-xxiii-continued.html?m=1

Summary: A.J. meets Raymond Curto Jr. (MS-afflicted son of late informant Raymond Sr.); Nucci delivers tribute; respectful handshake and toast to their fathers’ long friendship.

19.

PART 2--XXIV

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-young-soprano-part-2-xxiv-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Deanne Pontecorvo confronts A.J. (spits in his face, insults family); A.J. lectures then slaps her; Deanne drags Alle away; Robbie stays behind, bonds with A.J. and Raymond over rigged cards and drinks.

20.

PART 2--XXV

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-young-soprano-part-2-xxv-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Josie Palmice introduces her three children; A.J. immediately offers Mikey Jr. and Franky jobs at T Storage Unit Rental ($500/week start); Rose accepted to Columbia; Josie still working factory third shift.

21.

PART 2--XXVI

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-young-soprano-part-2-xxvi-continued.html?m=1

Summary: A.J. meets Caitlyn Moltisanti (10-year-old brain cancer patient); sweet donut interaction; Kelli breaks down about tumor, upcoming St. Jude’s surgery (June 19), job loss, foreclosure threat; A.J. reassures and embraces her.

22.

PART 2--XXVII

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-young-soprano-part-2-xxvii-continued.html?m=1

Summary: George Pagilieri profits from basement Capos poker game, praises Vito’s “no tells” skill; introduces to Meadow (she blushes/stammers); A.J. teases her attraction; Bobbi absent due to overwhelming grief after preparing Junior’s body.

23.

PART 2--XXVIII

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-young-soprano-part-2-xxviii-continued.html?m=1

Summary: Vito reunites/flirts with Venus Pagilieri and Sacrimori sisters (Allegra & Kathrine) in basement; Yonkers casino callback; Venus slips him her number; A.J. texts to wrap up for family dinner at Vesuvio.

24.

PART 2--XXIX

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-young-soprano-part-2-xxix-continued.html?m=1

Summary: A.J. comforts Alle Pontecorvo in parking lot (discusses suicide); Vito confronts Jerry Basale over Franny; Meadow/Franny lounge talk (Franny admits drugs/sex rebellion); A.J. observes mourners’ class/jewelry distinctions; emphasizes “Grand Caper” as source of lasting happiness amid facades.

30.

Chapter XXX

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/08/the-young-sopranos-part-1-xix-xxx.html?m=1

Summary: A.J. returns to Jersey; plans next moves; Junior’s death implied as next trigger.

31.

PART 2–XXXVII (Finale)

https://youngsopranos.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-young-soprano-part-2-xxxvii.html?m=1

Summary:

Dual funeral reveal (mock at St. Lucy’s for public/media, real private at St. Stephen’s with masked procession/Bobbi ashes);

Rita (See-sayer) graveside warning from Tony; immediate Thomas Giglione crash call; A.J. rushes to hospital.

Part 2: The Last Great Gangster Funeral

(June 2017)

1–10. [As previously detailed: opener to X – Junior death, violence/cleanups, family arrivals, viewing prep.]

11–29. [As previously detailed: XIV to XXIX – Hyle gatherings, family confrontations, Rhiannon/Caitlyn moments, Rita graveside, dual funeral reveal, crash pivot.]

Ends Part 2;

Pivots to Part 3

"SI VIS PACEM—PARA BELLUM."

. . .

(To Be Continued)