OBITS: Newsday 21 Apr 2005; Melville, Suffolk co., New York text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for USGenWeb Archives *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.org/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.org/ny/nyfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Newsday http://www.newsday.com Ahern, Sister Loyola AHERN-Sister Loyola Marguerite C.S.J. of Maria Regina Residence, Brentwood on April 19, 2005. Reposing at the Maria Regina Residence, 1725 Brentwood Rd., Brentwood, NY, Friday 2PM to 5:30PM and 6:30PM to 7:30PM. Wake Service Friday 6:30PM. Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, 11:00AM, at the Maria Regina Residence. Memorial donations may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph, Brentwood, NY 11717-5587. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Amantea, Robin (Memoriam) IN LOVING MEMORY OF ROBIN AMANTEA 1ST Anniversary In Heaven Always In Our Thoughts Your Loving Husband, Louis Family and Friends Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Antizzo, Agnes ANTIZZO-Agnes, of Locust Valley, LI, on April 20, 2005 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of Joseph Antizzo and the late James Robertson. Loving mother of Janet and Beth Robertson and her husband Bruce Hoskins, dear step mother of Joyce Donath, John and Judy Mancuso. Proud step-grandmother and great-grandmother. Visitation at the Funeral Home of Dodge-Thomas Glen Cove, Friday 3-5 and 7-9PM. Service Locust Valley Reformed Church Saturday 1:30PM. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Baudier, Sharon (Schaefer) BAUDIER-Sharon M (nee Schaefer) suddenly on April 19, 2005 in her 57th year. Loving wife of Robert A. Baudier. Devoted mother of Christine M. (Eric) Teepe, Robert C. (Erin) Baudier, Patricia C. (Andrew) Mackay, Brian A. (Carrie) Baudier, Matthew P. (Lindsay) Baudier, Thomas A. Baudier and Katherine M. Baudier. Beloved grandmother of Emily, Allison, Connor, Ryan and Kaileigh. Dear sister of Patricia (Robert) Theofield. Reposing Nolan & Taylor-Howe Funeral Home, 5 Laurel Avenue, Northport Thursday and Friday 2-5 and 7-9PM Saturday 9:15AM St. Anthony of Padua Church, East Northport. Interment St. Philip Neri Cemetery, East Northport. In lieu of flowers donations to Saint Anthony of Padua Parish Outreach, 1025 5th Ave, East Northport 11731 in Sharon's memory appreciated. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Bryant, Monique Thompson BRYANT-Monique Thompson of Central Islip, NY, on April 17, 2005 in her 39th year. Beloved wife of Elton. Devoted mother of Kendall and Dineen. Cherished daughter of Gerald and the late Terry Thompson. Fond sister of Jeanne, Keleka, Gerald Jr., Vance and Kalen Thompson. Reposing at Moloney Funeral Home, 130 Carleton Ave., Central Islip, NY, where memorial visitation will be held on Thursday from 4-8pm. Private cremation took place at Nassau Suffolk Crematory, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Corte, Plebia CORTE-Plebia of Nokomis, Fl (formerly of Bethpage, NY) on April 17, 2005. Former restauranteur of Anselmi's, Corte's Marc Pierre and other LI and NYC establishments. Cherished wife of the late Peter. Devoted mother of Peter J. Corte. Dear mother-inlaw of Deirdre. Proud grandmother of Lisa, Tara and Cristi. Loving sister-in-law of Laura Gardenghi. Visiting Thursday, 2-5 and 7-9:30 PM, at the Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc., 234 Broadway, Bethpage, NY. Funeral Mass Friday, 9:45 AM, at St. Martin of Tours RC Church, Bethpage with interment following at Nassau Knolls Cemetery, Port Washington, NY. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Danielle, Robert J. (Memoriam) ROBERT J. DANIELLE 03/01/34 - 04/21/02 Missing You Every Day Robert, Linda, Chris, Alyssa, Jason, Shayna and Carrie Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Englehart, Robert F. ENGLEHART-Robert F., 43, of Centerport, NY, passed away suddenly on April 19, 2005. Arrangements are by Brueggemann Funeral Home of East Northport. Visiting, Friday, April 22, 2-5 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral Saturday, April 23, 11AM, St. Francis of Assisi R.C. Church, Greenlawn. Interment, St. Philip Neri Cemetery, East Northport. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Gabreluk, Ruth GABRELUK-Ruth, of Islip, NY on April 18, 2005, in her 88th year. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Loving mother of Frank, Francine, Nancy, Thomas Gabreluk, and Louise Mansfield. Cherished grandmother of seven and great grandmother of one. Visiting, Friday, 8:30 AM to 10:30AM at the Overton Funeral Home, 172 Main St, Islip, NY. Funeral Mass, Friday, 10:45AM, St. Mary's RC Church, East Islip, NY. Interment, St. John of God Cemetery, Central Islip, NY. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Grik, Frances GRIK-Frances, of Huntington, on April 20, 2005. Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother of John David and David John. Visitation today 2-5 and 7-9PM at the A.L. Jacobsen Funeral Home, Inc. 1380 New York Ave. Huntington Station, NY 11746. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 9:30AM at St. Hugh of Lincoln RC Church. Burial Calverton National Cemetery. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Hall, Harold (Jerry) HALL-Harold (Jerry), of Bethpage, on April 19, 2005. Beloved husband of Terry. Devoted father and father-in-law of Robert and Allison, Glenn T. and Lois, Catherine M. and Albert Finocchio, and Mary and Jame Moran. Loving brother of Dorothy Costello. Cherished grandfather of Theresa, Jennifer, Kristen, Liz, C.J., Victoria and Kaity. Great-grandfather of Renee, Vanessa, and Ross. The family will receive friends, Thursday 2-5PM and 7-9:30PM at the McCourt & Trudden Funeral Home Inc., 385 Main Street, Farmingdale. VFW Service, Thursday 7:30PM. Funeral Mass, Friday 10:45AM at St. Martin of Tours R.C. Church, Bethpage. Interment, Long Island National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimer's Disease Assistance Center of L.I., Stony Brook University Hospital and Health Sciences Center, HSC T10036, Stony Brook, N.Y. 11794-8101. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Koran, Rose (Memoriam) ROSE KORAN 2000 - 2005 5 Years In Heaven But alive and well in our Hearts We love you, Susan, Yo, Anthony, Teena, Nick, Alex, Elizabeth. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Marston, William MARSTON-William on April 18, 2005 of N. Valley Stream, NY, in his 79th year. Proud World War II Veteran U.S.M.C. 1st Marine Division having served in the South Pacific. Three time Purple heart recipient. Beloved husband of Dorothy. Loving father and father-in-law of Carol and Lloyd Huck and Debra and Michael McKenna. Cherished grandfather of Brian. Dear brother of Walter and John. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Viewing, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 pm, at the O'Brien-Sheipe Funeral Home Inc., 640 Elmont Rd. (corner Dutch B'way), Elmont, NY. Mass of Christian Burial, Friday 9:30 am, at St. Boniface RC Church, Elmont. Interment to follow at Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton, NY. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. McGowan, John J. "Jack" McGOWAN-John J. "Jack" of Huntington Station, NY on April 19, 2005. Beloved husband of Patricia. Loving father of Mary Jane Barth (Jim), Nancy Wild, John (Eileen McMahon) and James (Alison). Cherished grandfather of Jimmy, Jillian, Matthew, Jacqueline, John Andrew, Sara, Carly and Jessica. Dear brother of Francis Peter, Mary Riley and Margaret Ahrens (William). Visiting Thursday 7-9 and Friday 2-4 and 7-9PM, Whitting Funeral Home, 300 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Head, NY. Funeral Mass Saturday 9:30AM St. Boniface Martyr Church, Sea Cliff, NY. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury, NY. Published in Newsday from 4/20/2005 - 4/21/2005. Mehl, Albert E. MEHL-Albert E., a resident of Smithtown for over 50 years, formerly of Brooklyn. Employed by Northport Veterans Administration Hospital for 40 years. Loving brother of John and Raymond Mehl. Devoted uncle of Veronica Mehl, Grace Mehl-Kelly and Katherine Mehl. Reposing at The Branch Funeral Home, Inc., 190 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY, Friday 2-4 and 7-9PM. A Funeral Mass will be held at Christ The King R.C. Church, Saturday at 9:30AM. Interment to follow at St. Patrick's Cemetery, Smithtown, NY. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Mele, Philip F. MELE-Philip F. of Glen Cove on April 20, 2005 (past Grand Knight James Norton Council 1828). Beloved husband of the late Kathleen T. Devoted father of Sr. Phillis C. Mele, O.P., and the late Thomas and Deborah. Loving grandfather of Debby, Emily and the late Allison. Dear brother of Nick. The family will receive friends Thursday, 3-5 and 7-9 pm, at The McLaughlin Kramer Megiel Funeral Home, 220 Glen St., Glen Cove. Funeral Mass at The Church of St. Boniface Martyr, Sea Cliff, Friday 9:30 am. Interment, Long Island National Cemetery, Pinelawn. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Nimmich, Fred NIMMICH-Fred of Madison CT. Formerly of Garden City, NY on April 19, 2005. Beloved husband of Dorothy Casey. Loving and loved father of Rosemary and Dominic DeConciliis, Stephen and Karen Nimmich, Joyce and Paul Levesque. Cherished grandfather of Michelle Starr, Gregory, Matthew and Brian DeConciliis, Brianna and Allison Nimmich, Daniel and Kathyrn Levesque. Devoted great grandfather of Timothy Starr. Friends may call Friday 2-5 and 7-9:30PM at the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, 29 Atlantic Avenue, Floral Park, NY (at RR Plaza). Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 9:30AM at St. Anne's RC Church. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery. Published in Newsday from 4/21/2005 - 4/22/2005. Norcott, Mark A. NORCOTT-Mark A., 48, of Selden, LI, on April 16, 2005. Beloved husband of Salena. Loving father of Joseph, Anthony Polidoro and his wife Lynne, and Michelle Scalzo and her husband Mark. Cherished grandfather of Niki Lynne, Ashley, Anthony Rocco, and Christopher Mark. Devoted son-in-law of Katie Buscareno and brother-in-law of Louis Buscareno. Visiting at the O.B. Davis Funeral Homes, 4839 Nesconset Hwy., Port Jefferson Sta., LI. Mass 10AM at Infant Jesus RC Church. Interment at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, Coram. Published in Newsday from 4/19/2005 - 4/21/2005. Papas, Paula PAPAS-Paula, 93, on April 19, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Abraham. Devoted mother of Marie Mastro DeRidder and the late Elizabeth Sosnicki. Adored grandmother to Donna Sehlhoff, Joseph Mastro, Linda Tome, Debra Jacoby, and Vincent Mastro, "Granny" also leaves 10 greatgrandchildren. She will be forever in the hearts of her family. Paula was a Babylonian for over 50 years. She was known to many for the wonderful service during her 20 years waitressing at LaGrange Restaurant. Paula moved to Palm Beach County, Florida in 2001, but will be returning to Babylon as her final resting place. Friends may visit Friday, 2-4:30 and 79:30 PM, at the Claude R. BoydSpencer Funeral Home, 448 West Main Street, Babylon Village, L.I. Funeral Mass, Saturday, 9:45 AM, at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Babylon. Interment following at North Babylon Cemetery. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Phipps, Anna Marie PHIPPS-Anna Marie, "Gloria", age 83 of Boca Raton, FL, on April 19, 2005. Survived by devoted husband George Sr., of 59 years, loving children, Ann Marie Graffagnino (James), Barbara Heilman (Conrad), George Jr., (Melinda) and Kenneth (Stacey), beloved brother, Louis (Jack) Campo (Martha), beloved sisters, Geraldine Purick and Julia Sandy and the late Doris Mikochik, ten cherished grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Friends will be welcomed at Sinnicksons Moriches Funeral Home, 203 Main St (County Rd. 80) Center Moriches, this evening from 7-9PM. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, April 22nd, at 10:45 AM St. Johns RC Church in Center Moriches. In lieu of flowers the family requests donation to Delaware Hospice, 3515 Silverside Rd., Wilmington, DE 19810. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Pitti, Salvatore F. PITTI-Salvatore F., 72, of Merrick on April 11, 2005. Air Force Veteran. Member of the Wantagh Masonic Lodge in Merrick, the Rotary Club, and the Kiwanis of Merrick. Survived by his former wife of 29 years, Marion Pitti; his children, Dennis previously deceased, Kathy Brunelle, Mary Pallotta of Wantagh and David. Also survived by his wife of 21 years, Christine; daughter, Kim Pitti of Palm Coast; stepsons, Thomas, Scott and Glenn; stepdaughter, June; 13 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; brothers, Thomas and Anthony. He was loved by so many. A celebration of his life will be held at C.S. Bartholomew & Son, 302 Bedford Ave., Bellmore, Friday 6:30-9:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Guardian Brain Foundation For Quality of Life & Advancement of Neuroscience Research, PO Box 1216,Bellmore, NY 516-679-5075 Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Sauer, Charles G. SAUER-Charles G., age 78, of Port Washington, on April 19, 2005. Loving father of Nancy, Charles (Robert), William, Steven (Bonnie), and Eric (Harriet). Adoring grandfather of Joseph Santy, and Steven and Max Sauer. Dear brother of Herbert and the late Edith Bitterlich. Mr. Sauer was an employee of IBM for 36 years (retired). He was a Big Band musician. Reposing at Austin F. Knowles, Inc. Funeral Home, 128 Main St., Port Washington. Visiting hours, Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Religious Service, Friday 8 PM. Interment private. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Scrofani Jr., Frank (Memoriam) FRANK SCROFANI, JR. God called you home, one year ago today. We feel your love and presence every day...When we are all together again, you will give us all a great big "hug" as only you could do. Love, Family and Friends Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Sluys, Stephen Patrick SLUYS-Stephen Patrick, age 84, of Myrtle Beach, died Tuesday, April 19, 2005. Mr. Sluys was born in Rockaway Beach, N.Y., son of the late Etienne and Anne Ryan Sluys. He retired from a long career with IBM, fought boldly in WW II. Mr. Sluys was an active member of the American Legion and was predeceased by his wife Anne Patricia Sluys, a grandson Sage Hoben Simon, and a sister, Janet. Surviving are one son, Kevin B. Sluys and his wife Sharon of Myrtle Beach; three daughters, Beth Ann Sluys of Madison, WI, Jo Anne Simon of Bellingham, WA, and Susan Sluys of Longmont, CO; one son-in-law; four grandchildren and one greatgrandchild, one brother William Sluys and his wife Elinor of Sebastian, FL. A Memorial Service will be held 7 PM, Friday, from Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, with Rev. Jeff Dunn officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-7 PM, Friday, at the Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Mercy Hospice of Horry County, PO Box 50640, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29579. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Sobocinski, John W. (Memoriam) JOHN W. SOBOCINSKI 12/23/1946 - 04/21/2002 It's been 3 years since God took you home. I miss you and think of you every day. Give my Mom, Jimmy and Grandmothers a hug. Till we are together again, be at peace. I Will Love You Always Your Loving Wife, Donna Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Vinskus, Richard VINSKUS-Richard, 51, son of Vincent and Sally Vinskus of North Hudson passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 9, 2005 at his home in Cocoa Beach, Florida. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 AM at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Schroon Lake, New York, with Rev. Richard Sturtz, Pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, officiating. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Walker, Robert D. (Captain Bob) WALKER-Robert D. (Captain Bob), age 58, of Islip, L.I. on April 19, 2005. Soulmate and husband of Barbara (Meinke) for 40 years. Died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Cherished father of Dawn-Marie (Ray), Brenda (Scott), Linda and Kelly (Carmine). Adored grandfather of Kristina, Kaitlin, Alexa, Taylor, Robert, Nicholas Robert, Matthew Robert, Sean Robert and Joseph. Loving brother of Fred (Sherry). Devoted son-in-law of Dick and Dorothy Meinke. Loving brother-in-law and special uncle to many. Reposing at the Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons East Islip Funeral Home, 200 East Main Street (1/2 mile west of S.S. Pkwy. Exit 44W). Celebration of The Mass of Christian Burial, Friday 9:00am, at Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church, West Islip, L.I. Cremation to follow. Visitation, Thursday 7-9:30pm. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in memory of Robert to: Good Shepherd Hospice, 4747-20 Nesconset Hwy., Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. West, Florence M. WEST-Florence M. of Westbury on April 19, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Jerome J. Dear mother Jerome (Clair), and Ellen Brown (Don). Cherished grandmother of Jerry, Danny, Catherine, Bryan and Bobby. Great grandmother of John. Also survived by several cousins. The family will receive friends, Friday 2-4 and 7-9pm, at the Donohue Cecere Funeral Home, 290 Post Avenue, Westbury. Funeral Mass, Saturday 9:45am, at Our Lady of Hope RC Church, Carle Place. Interment following at Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Weymuller, Lillian S. WEYMULLER-Lillian S. on April 18, 2005 of Manhasset, NY. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Ernest Weymuller. Dear mother of Dr. Ernest Weymuller Jr. and Jean Beatty. Also survived by four grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Memorial Service 12PM Saturday at the Congregational Church in Manhasset. In lieu of flowers donations to the Congregational Church Memorial Fund would be appreciated. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Whiteman, Harold V. WHITEMAN-Harold V., 86, Port Jervis, NY, former driver with F & R Fuel & Mayer Florist of Patchogue, died April 9, 2005 at home. Beloved husband of May. Loving father of Harold, Margaret Barrack and Elizabeth Tasso. Brother of Samuel. Also survived by nine grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren. Friends may call at the Gray-Parker Funeral Home, 100 East Main St., Port Jervis on Friday, April 22, 2005, 1-2pm with funeral services at 2pm at the funeral home. Burial, Laurel Grove Cemetery, Port Jervis, NY. Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005. Whiting, Lillian E. WHITING-Lillian E. a 68 year resident of West Islip, New York on April 18, 2005, at the age of 93 years. Beloved wife of Stanley. Loving mother of William, Wayne and Bruce. Five grandchildren and six great grandchildren also survive. A member of Haromia Chapter, Bay Shore Chapter and Pyramid Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star. Past High Priestess of the White Shrine of Jerusalem. President of the West Islip Senior Citizens Club No. 1 for eight terms. Reposing at the Chapey Funeral Home, 1225 Montauk Highway, West Islip, Thursday and Friday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30pm. Eastern Star Service, Friday at 8pm. Funeral Service, Saturday at 10am. Interment at Pinelawn Memorial Park, Pinelawn. Please make memorial contributions to the Eye-Bank for Sight Restoration, Inc. 120 Wall St., NYC, NY Published in Newsday on 4/21/2005.