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Browne, John Lewis
BROWNE-John Lewis on April 2, 2005 of West Islip. WWII Veteran, Past Commander
of the West Islip American Legion, Member of Masonic Lodge #1043 Bay Shore and
Scottish Rites of Rockville Centre and Fraternal Order of Eagles in Akron, OH.
Beloved husband of the late Gertrude. Devoted father of Suzanne Van Loan,
Deborah Anastasiou and Gary Browne. Cherished grandfather of seven and
great-grandfather of two. Friends may visit Monday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30 PM,
religious service 8 PM Monday, and Funeral 11 AM Tuesday at the Claude R.
Boyd-Spencer Funeral Home, 448 West Main Street, Babylon. Interment Pinelawn
Memorial Park Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Curtin, Katherine
CURTIN-Katherine, on April 1, 2005, of Seaford. Beloved wife of William L.
Devoted mother of Allison Schmidt and her husband Andreas, and Richard and his
wife Karen. Cherished grandmother of Annika and Christian Schmidt and Meaghan,
Christopher, Brendan and Kelly Curtin. Reposing at the Charles G. Schmitt
Funeral Home, 3863 Merrick Rd., Seaford (2 traffic lights east of Rte. 135).
Mass of Christian Burial, Wednesday 10 AM, at St. William the Abbot R.C.
Church. Interment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Hours, Monday 7-9 PM, and Tuesday, 2-4
and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005.

Dell'Accio, Daniel
DELL'ACCIO-Daniel of Copiague, NY, on March 31, 2005. Beloved husband of
Elizabeth. Devoted father of Linda Marie Dell'Accio and the late Daniel. Dear
brother of Mary Pieper. Predeceased by father, Vincenzo, mother, Concetta, and
brothers, Frank and Anthony. He was a long time member of the Knights of
Columbus and a retired A & P manager. Reposing at D'Andrea Brothers Funeral
Home, 99 Oak St., Copiague, NY, on Saturday and Sunday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30PM.
Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Assumption RC Church, Monday 9:45AM. Interment
at St. Charles Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Ecker, Miriam
ECKER-Miriam, 79, of Tamarac, Fla., died Friday, February 25, 2005. An
inspired, prolific artist, poet and songwriter, her love for God and awe of
his limitless creativity inspired all her delightful work. Her rich
imagination and love of color was evident in all of her life. Surviving Miriam
are husband Sam, daughter Elyse, son Bruce, granddaughter Justine, brothers
Ronald and Floyd, and sister Florence. Her family and all who were privileged
to be close to this amazing woman knew they were loved. She is hugely missed.
Memorial service was held Friday, March 4, 3:30 pm, at Star of David Memorial
Chapel, N. Lauderdale.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Erickson, Frederick
ERICKSON-Frederick, on April 1, 2005, of West Babylon. Retired employee of
LILCo. Dedicated Boy Scout Leader of Troop 395 and coach of Little League
baseball. Beloved husband of Joan. Devoted father of Rose, Linda, Frederick
and William. Cherished by six grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.
Reposing, Noce Funeral Home, 189 Route 109, West Babylon (« mile east of
Sunrise Hwy., Route 27). Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday, 10 AM, Our Lady of
Grace R.C. Church. Interment, Pinelawn Memorial Park. Visiting Sunday and
Monday, 2-4 and 7-9:30 PM.
Published in Newsday from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005.

Federman, Ronnie
FEDERMAN-Ronnie, of Forest Hills, NY., on Thursday, March 31, 2005, at home
after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. Born on April 8, 1958, Ronnie
was the loving son of Adele and Dr. Bernard Federman. Ronnie was the brother
of Debra Murphy and Larry Federman, loving uncle to Emma, Aaron and Teal. In
addition to family, Ronnie will be greatly missed by his many devoted friends.
Although Ron fought and lost his battle with cancer, his memory will live on
in the music he so much loved. He brought the gift of music to all who knew
him. Throughout his illness "The Music Never Stopped!" Ronnie was an amazingly
intelligent, witty and caring person. He always found humor in situations,
even when it came to his illness. The family would like to invite friends and
family to a celebration of Ron's life and music on Sunday, April 3, 2005 at
their Forest Hills home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the
Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. Please contact the family for further
information.
Published in Newsday from 4/2/2005 - 4/3/2005.

Felice Jr., William G.
FELICE-William G. Jr., of East Meadow, L.I., unexpectedly on March 31, 2005.
Loving son of William, Sr. and Anna Felice (nee Vuolo). Adored brother of Phil
(Dawn), Janine Thomas (Joseph) and Michael (Melissa). Cherished uncle of
Ricky, Ashley, Casey, Marissa, Michael, Angelina, Joey and Gabriella. Reposing
after 2 PM today at Charles J. O'Shea Funeral Home, 603 Wantagh Ave. (Exit
28N, S.S. Pkwy.), Wantagh. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 9:45 AM at St. Barnabas the
Apostle R.C. Church, Bellmore, N.Y. Entombment, Pinelawn Memorial Park,
Pinelawn. Family will receive friends Monday, 2-5 and 7-10 PM.
Published in Newsday from 4/2/2005 - 4/4/2005.

Fry, Virginia M.
FRY-Virginia M. "Chickie," age 73 of Ocean Pines, MD, formerly of Long Island,
on April 1, 2005. Born in Middle Village, NY to the late James and Marion
(Schroeder) Davey. Member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church, Ocean Pines,
MD. Volunteered at Children's House By The Sea, Ocean City, MD and at the
Berlin Nursing Home, Berlin, MD. Survived by her husband James Fry; sons James
Fry and Michael Fry; daughters Patricia Kelly, Jean Gastman, Kathleen Cariello
and Ann Shattuck; brothers Edward Davey, James Davey, William Davey, Kenneth
Davey; sister Rosemary Long; sister-in-law Sister Jean Albert Fry, O.P.; and
fourteen grandchildren. Family will receive friends Sunday, April 3, 2005 at
the Hastings Funeral Home, 19 South Main Street, Selbyville, DE from 3-5 PM.
Mass of Christian Burial Monday, April 4, 2005 11AM at St. John Neumann
Catholic Church, Race Track Road, Ocean Pines, MD, with Father Edward Fahey
officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in Virginia's memory may be made to
Children's House By The Sea, 13 66th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Giannini, Jean B. (Stoerback)
GIANNINI-Jean B. (nee Stoerback), age 64, of St. James on April 1, 2005 at 1
AM. Beloved daughter of the late John and Elsie Stoerback. Loving mother to
Thea and Tara, who love their mother very much and will live in her honor.
Adored Nonni to a beautiful granddaughter Xanthia Zoe. Dear sister of twins,
Denise (Mike) O'Rourke and Donna (Tiny) Treutlein, John (Carol) Stoerback and
Robert and (the late Vickie) Stoerback. Cherished Godmother and aunt of
Christina. Beloved aunt of Tommy, Laura, John, Lisa, Laurie and Jeanie and
great-aunt of many. Devoted companion of Ralph Marino. Her loving extended
family William ("Jackie") and Ruth Garthe, Dawn and Tommy. Precious friend of
Marge and Dennis, Cathy Kiss and all others. Treasured cousin to many. Loved
by ALL the furry kids. Reposing at The Branch Funeral Home, Inc., 190 East
Main Street, Smithtown, NY Sunday 2-4 and 6-9 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held
at Sts. Philip and James R.C. Church, St. James, Monday at 11 AM. Interment to
follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park, Pinelawn, NY.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Giresi, Dina
GIRESI-Dina of Bay Shore, NY on April 2, 2005 in her 77th year. Loving mother
of Meta and mother-in-law of William Farwell. Cherished grandmother (Oma) of
Cynthia Farwell. Visiting Monday 2-5 and 7-9 PM at the Overton Funeral Home,
Inc., 172 Main St., Islip, NY. Religious service Monday 8PM at the funeral
home. Cremation private.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Holmes, Tiffany Renee
TIFFANY RENEE HOLMES
4/1/81 - 4/3/00
FIFTH ANNIVERSARY IN HEAVEN
Little we knew that morning that
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly, in death
we do the same. It broke our
hearts to lose you, you did not go
alone; for part of us went with you,
the day God called you home. You
left us peaceful memories, your
love is still our guide; and though
we cannot see you, you are always
at our side. Our family chain is
broken, and nothing seems the
same; but as God calls us one by
one, the chain will link again.
Forever In Our Hearts,
Mom, Dad, and Nicole
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Kerins, Eleanor (McAllister)
KERINS-Eleanor (nee McAllister) on April 2, 2005 of East Setauket, LI. Beloved
wife of the late Patrick. Loving mother of Mary Kerins, Patricia Skidmore and
her husband Thomas, Elizabeth Kerins, John Kerins and his wife Victoria.
Devoted grandmother of Elizabeth, Katie, Sam, Megan, Tommy, Joey, Keri and
Katie. Dear sister of Theresa McAllister. Also survived by many nieces and
nephews. Reposing at O.B. Davis Funeral Homes, 4839 Nesconset Highway (Rte.
347), Port Jefferson Station, LI. Visitation Monday 7-9 PM and Tuesday 2-4 and
7-9 PM. Funeral Mass 10 AM Wednesday at Infant Jesus R.C. Church. Interment
Claverton National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Korin, John H.
KORIN-John H., 71, of Oakdale, LI on April 1, 2005. Retired member of Local
Union #3, IBEW. Beloved husband of the late Dorothea. Loving father of Steven
(Maryanne) and Michael Korin, and Kelli (Jimmy) Lanino. Cherished grandfather
of Alison, Steven James, Brad, Philip and Alyssa. Reposing 2-4:30 and 7-9:30
PM Sunday at Raynor & D'Andrea Funeral Home, 245 Montauk Hwy., West Sayville,
NY. Religious service 8 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Interment Monday in St.
Lawrence Cemetery, Sayville.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

MacDonald, Henry Kessel
MacDONALD-Henry Kessel, age 84 of Huntington (formerly of Garden City), on
April 1, 2005. Beloved husband of the late Edna. Loving father of Peggy
Beringer. Cherished grandfather of Debbie (Brian) Simpson and Susan Beringer.
Henry was a dedicated Grumman employee for over 40 years. Upon retirement he
continued to follow his passion for aviation by becoming a member of the
Grumman Restoration Team, helping to restore many historic aircraft. His
enthusiasm for life and sense of humor will always be remembered with love by
his friends and family. Visitation Tuesday 2-5 and 7-9 PM at the A.L. Jacobsen
Funeral Home, Inc., 1380 New York Avenue, Huntington Station. Religious
service Wednesday 11 AM at the funeral home. Entombment to follow at Pinelawn
Memorial Park.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Maker, Evelyn T.
MAKER-Evelyn T., 98 of Columbus, NC on Wednesday, March 23, 2005. She was the
widow of Benard "Ben" Maker and was a teacher in Glen Cove Schools for 30
years. She served in the Alter Society of St. Patrick's Church and in 1999
moved to North Carolina to be near her son, Antony Lynn Maker. Also surviving
are eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Merendino, Giusto
MERENDINO-Giusto, longtime Inwood resident on April 2, 2005 at age 83. Beloved
husband of the late Christina. Special friend of Martha Taylor. Dear father of
Catherine (Gary) Rizzo and Anthony (Toni) Merendino. Adored grandfather of
five: Mark (Kathleen), Peter (Julie) and David Rizzo, and Christa and Anthony
Merendino; and great-grandfather of Sean Rizzo. Fond brother of Anthony
Merendino, Rosalie Di Palermo and Angela Pellerano. Will repose Sunday 7-9 PM
and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Meserole Funeral Home, Inwood. Services Sunday,
Peninsula Kiwanis, 7:30 PM. Services Monday Inwood Sons of Italy, 7:30 PM and
Inwood VFW, 7:45 PM. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 9:30 AM at Our Lady of
Good Counsel R.C. Church, Inwood. Interment Greenfield Cemetery, Hempstead.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Mischo, William B.
MISCHO-William B., of Stony Brook, Long Island, on April 1, 2005. Prominent
local lawyer and jurist. Contributions in his memory can be made to YMCA of
Long Island, Inc., 121 Dosoris Lane, Glen Cove, New York 11542.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Morris, George H.
MORRIS-George H. formerly of Babylon, LI on April 1, 2005. Loving brother of
Richard G. Morris, formerly of Oakdale, LI, Thomas E. Morris of Huntington, LI
and the late John T. Morris Jr. Former custodian in the Babylon School
District for over 37 years. Reposing at The Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons West
Islip Funeral Home, 1225 Montauk Hwy (¬ mile west of the Robert Moses Cswy.).
Religious services to be held Monday evening at the funeral home. Funeral
service Tuesday 12:30 PM at the funeral home. Interment Calverton National
Cemetery, Calverton, LI. Visiting Monday 24:30 and 7-9:30 PM.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Nichols Jr., Rev. Franklin
NICHOLS-Rev. Franklin Jr. of Hauppauge, NY on April 1, 2005 in his 74th year.
Beloved husband of Constance. Loving brother of Rosalie Brown. Cherished uncle
of Terri, Denny and George. Reposing Moloney's Hauppauge Funeral Home, 840
Wheeler Road (Rte. 111) Hauppauge, NY. Religious service Wednesday 10 AM Faith
Baptist Church, Coram, NY. Interment to take place in Savannah, GA. Visiting
Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Orlando, Alfred
ORLANDO-Alfred on April 1, 2005 of Massapequa. Beloved husband of Paula.
Devoted father of Anthony, Steven and his wife Maureen, Paulette Orlando
Stoner and her husband Will. Loving brother of Dolly Calabro and Lucy McCabe.
Cherished grandfather of Jenna, Sean, Patrick, and Reilly Orlando. Reposing at
the Charles G. Schmitt Funeral Home, 3863 Merrick Rd, Seaford (2 traffic
lights east of Rte 135). Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 10 AM at St. William
the Abbot R.C. Church. Interment St. Charles Cemetery. Hours Sunday and Monday
2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Samuelson, Arthur L. (Memoriam)
ARTHUR L. SAMUELSON
3/18/23 - 4/3/04
1st Anniversary in Heaven, Dad.
Not a day goes by when I
don't think of you. You are always
on my mind and in my heart.
I miss you terribly.
Love Forever, Lori
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Scelsi, Marion
SCELSI-Marion, on April 1, 2005. Beloved wife of Vincent. Loving and caring
mother of Ann Marie Capozzi (Ralph). Cherished grandmother of Melissa, Vincent
and the late Michael. Dear sister of Dominick Brunone (Marie). Marion will be
missed by her sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and many
friends. She will be missed by all. Reposing after 2 PM today at Charles J.
O'Shea Funeral Home, 2515 North Jerusalem Rd. (Exit 25N, S.S. Pkwy.), East
Meadow. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 9:45 AM at St. Raphael R.C. Church, East
Meadow. Entombment to follow, Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury, N.Y. Family will
receive friends Monday, 2-5 and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005.

Schackne, Ryan James
SCHACKNE-Ryan James, 16 of Farmingville, on April 1, 2005. Beloved son of Paul
and Hope. Loving brother of Dana-Marie and Justin. Ryan passed peacefully
after a courageous one year battle with bone cancer. Ryan touched so many with
his love and will be missed dearly by all. Although you were with us for only
16 years, you taught us all what true strength really is. We love you and will
miss you forever. Visiting Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the
McManus-Lorey Funeral Home, 2084 Horse Block Road, Medford. Funeral Tuesday 9
AM from the funeral home. Funeral mass Tuesday 10:30 AM at St. John's Lutheran
Church, Coates Avenue, Holbrook. Cremation private. In lieu of flowers family
requests donations be made to Friends of Ryan, c/o Chase Bank, 999 Middle
Country Road, Selden, NY 11784.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Schiaffino, Anthony
SCHIAFFINO-Anthony of Hauppauge, NY on April 2, 2005 in his 78th year. Beloved
husband of Helen. Loving father of Theresa Popp, Andrew, Allan and Andrea
Schiaffino and father-in-law of Robert, Barbara and Linda. Cherished
grandfather of Anthony, Lauren, Kristyn, Devin, Bryan, AJ and Sonya. Reposing
Moloney's Hauppauge Funeral Home, 840 Wheeler Rd. (Rte. 111) Hauppauge, NY
where a religious service will be held Monday. Funeral Mass Tuesday 9:45 AM at
St. Thomas More R.C. Church, Hauppauge. Interment following at Calverton
National Cemetery, Calverton, NY. Visiting Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Schum, Kenneth C.
SCHUM-Kenneth C., at age 73, of Largo, Florida, formerly of Forest Hills on
March 31, 2005. Dear brother of Henry J. Also survived by many nieces and
nephews. Reposing, Glascott Funeral Home, 102-03 Metropolitan Ave. (at 71st
Ave.), Forest Hills, Monday 2-5 and 7-9 PM. Mass, Tuesday, Our Lady of Mercy
Church. Interment, All Faiths Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Schwarz, Fred
SCHWARZ-Fred on March 30, 2005. Retired US Navy and Grumman's employee.
Formerly of Lindenhurst and Cobelskill, NY. Currently resided in Little River,
SC. Beloved husband of Marion. Devoted father of Marion and Ken Martin,
Frederick and Partricia Schwarz, Patricia and Charles Spangenberg and his
beloved cat Willie. Dear grandfather of Jonathan, Brian, Lauren, Christopher
and Kevin. Reposing Massapequa Funeral Home, Inc., North Chapel, 1050 Park
Blvd., Massapequa Park, LI Monday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30 PM. Interment Long Island
National Cemetery, Pinelawn. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to In
Care Hospice of Myrtle Beach, SC would be appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Stocks Jr., John V. "Jack"
STOCKS-John V. Jr. "Jack", long-time resident of Babylon Village on April 1,
2005. Beloved husband of Bonnie. Devoted father of John and Mary Stocks, Kim
and Jim Paton. Adored grandpa of Jamie, Bobby, Alex, Buddy, Michael and
Nicolette. Dear brother of Janice Ginter and her husband Jack. Loving uncle of
many nieces and nephews. Also survived by many other loving family members and
dear friends. Family will receive friends today and Monday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30
PM at the Claude R. Boyd-Spencer Funeral Home, 448 West Main Street, Babylon.
Funeral Mass Tuesday, 10:45 AM at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Babylon Village.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

Thalen, Albert R.
THALEN-Albert R., on March 31, 2005, of Rocky Point, LI. Beloved husband of
Geraldine. Loving father of Albert R., Jr. and his wife Jane, Eric C. and his
wife Dina, Elizabeth Grafer and her husband Matthew, Julia N. Thalen, and
Katie A. Thalen. Cherished grandfather of Ariel Thalen and Olivia Grafer.
Adored son of Jeanette Thalen and the late Herbert. Dear brother of Henry
Kolacz, Linda Lennon, Netta Hale, and Jeanette Mlcoch. Reposing at O.B. Davis
Funeral Homes, 1001 Route 25A, Miller Place, L.I. Visitation, Monday, 2-4 and
7-9 PM. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 9:30 AM, St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church,
Rocky Point, L.I. Interment, Calverton National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday from 4/3/2005 - 4/4/2005.

Wasiewski, Edward
WASIEWSKI-Edward of Huntington, on April 2, 2005. Loving husband of Dorothy
for over 54 years. Beloved father of Richard, Jean Tierney, Janet Miller,
Bruce, Catherine Ferreira, Mary Ahearn and Ellen Svensson. Cherished
grandfather of 19. Dear brother of John, the late William, and the late Helen
Deal. Visitation M.A. Connell Funeral Home, 934 New York Avenue, Huntington
Station, Monday 2-5 and 7-9 PM. Mass Tuesday 9:30 AM St. Hugh Church.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.

White, Mary T.
WHITE-Mary T. of West Hempstead, NY on April 1, 2005 at the age of 84. Beloved
wife of the late Robert K. Cherished mother of Susan, Richard, Kenneth, Kathy
and Chris. Adored grandmother of seven. Loving sister of Kay Kaltneckar and
Chester Hodun. Reposing Monday and Tuesday 2-5 and 7-9 PM at Commack Abbey
Inc., 96 Commack Rd., Commack, NY. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 9:45 AM
at Christ the King Church, Commack, NY. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery,
Westbury, NY. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be made
to the Good Shepherd Hospice, 4747-20 Nesconset Highway, Port Jefferson
Station, NY 11776.
Published in Newsday on 4/3/2005.