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Bennett, John D.
BENNETT-John D., Ret. Nassau Co. Surrogate Judge, on February 4, 2005, of
Greenport. Beloved husband of Mildred (nee Schwindt). Devoted father of James
D. Bennett and Judith Moore. Also survived by five grandchildren and five
great-grandchildren. Reposing at the William F. Costner Funeral Home, Main
Rd., Rt. 25, Cutchogue, Thursday from 2-4PM and 7-9PM. Funeral Service, Friday
11AM at the funeral home. Interment to follow in Greenfield Cemetery. In lieu
of flowers, contributions may be made to Villa Esperanza, 2116 East Villa,
Pasadena, CA 91107.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Biglin Jr., John W.
BIGLIN-John W. Jr., of Lake Ronkonkoma, on February 1, 2005. Beloved husband
of Mary (nee Herrmann). Devoted father of Steven (Katherine), Larry, Judy,
Tommy (Linda), Billy, Kathleen Carew (Harry) and John Biglin III. Loving
grandfather of Nicole, Jason, Ryan, Amanda, Shawn, Jeffery and Kelly. Dear
brother of Charles, Marion Rich, Thomas, Billy and the late Marie Biglin. Wake
Prayers, Friday evening at the Joseph A. Weber Funeral Home, 231 Hawkins Ave.,
Lake Ronkonkoma. Mass, 10AM Saturday at St. Joseph's RC Church, Ronkonkoma.
Burial, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visiting, Thursday and Friday 2-4:30 and
79:30PM. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to Parkinson's
Foundation or AHRC.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Brett, Sally
BRETT-Sally of Manorville, NY, on February 1, 2005 in her 75th year. Beloved
wife of the late Murray. Loving mother of Stacey Cruciani, Randee Hromada,
Hunter Brett and Honi Brett and mother-in-law of Kenneth, Richard and Randi.
Cherished grandmother of 11 and great-grandmother of four. Reposing Moloney's
Holbrook Funeral Home, 825 Main Street, Holbrook, NY, where religious services
will be held, 1PM, Friday. Interment following Patchogue Hebrew Cemetery,
Patchogue, NY. Visiting Thursday 2-4, 7-9pm.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Bunker, Margaret Theresa
BUNKER-Margaret Theresa of Massapequa, on February 1, 2005. Beloved wife of
the late Samuel James. Devoted mother of Peggy Menken, Robert Bunker and the
late James Bunker. Loving grandmother of nine and cherished great-grandmother
of 12. Reposing, James Funeral Home, 540 Broadway, Massapequa. Funeral Mass,
10AM Friday St. Kilian RC Church, Farmingdale. Interment to follow at St.
Charles Cemetery. Visiting hours Thursday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Camaro, Roslyn May
CAMARO-Roslyn May, on February 1, 2005 of Lodi, NJ. Beloved mother of Robert
Jenkins and his wife Cathy. Loving daughter of Frieda Berk. Dear sister of
Susan LaFalce and Marvin Berk. Devoted grandmother of Joshua and loving
companion of Lawrence Seaman. Funeral Service at the Petrik Funeral Home, 140
Palisade Avenue, Bogota, Friday morning at 10. Cremation will be private. The
family will receive friends 2-4 and 7-9pm Thursday. Memorial contributions to
the PKD Foundation, 9221 Ward Parkway, Suite 400, Kansas City, MO 64114.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Capone, Eleanor H.
CAPONE-Eleanor H. of Sayville, NY on January 31, 2005 in her 80th year.
Beloved wife of the late Peter. Loving mother of Linda Barry and Joan Hatt.
Mother-in-law of Don Barry and Bob Hatt. Dear sister of Paul Benedetto and
Dorothy Ryan. Cherished grandmother of Michael, Rachel, Daniel and John.
Arrangements were entrusted to Moloney's Bohemia Funeral Home, 1320 Lakeland
Ave., Bohemia. Interment was at Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton, NY. In
lieu of flowers please make donations to the American Heart Association or The
National Kidney Foundation.
Published in Newsday from 2/2/2005 - 2/6/2005.

Carey Sr., Vincent G.
CAREY-Vincent G. Sr., on February 2, 2005 of Valley Stream. Beloved husband of
Margaret and the late Julia. Devoted father of Vincent and Ann Carey Jr. and
Regina and Thomas Vieweg. Loving grandfather of Kristine Blanche, Thomas
Vieweg Jr., Bevin Vieweg, Shannon Carey, Kathleen Carey and Jacquelyn Vieweg.
Cherished great grandfather of Sydney, Justin and Taylor. Dear brother of
Marilyn Martin. Reposing at The Moore Funeral Home, 54 West Jamaica Avenue,
Valley Stream. Family will receive friends Friday from 2-4PM and 7-9PM.
Funeral Mass, Saturday February 5, 2005 at 10:45AM at Holy Name of Mary RC
Church, Valley Stream. Interment to follow at Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury,
NY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Valley Stream Fire Dept.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Carucci, Pasquale "Patsy"
CARUCCI-Pasquale "Patsy", on February 1, 2005, of Valley Stream. Beloved
husband of Marie. Devoted father of Marco, Patricia and Anna. Cherished
grandfather of Vincent, Jacqueline and Nicholas. Reposing at The Moore Funeral
Home, 54 West Jamaica Avenue, Valley Stream. Family will receive friends today
and Friday from 2-4PM and 7-9PM. Funeral Mass, Saturday, February 5, 2005 at
9:30AM at Holy Name of Mary R.C. Church, Valley Stream. Interment to follow at
Saint Charles Cemetery, East Farmingdale, NY.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Conroy, Mary H. (Fessler)
CONROY-Mary H. (nee Fessler) of Bayport, LI, on January 30, 2005, (retired
teacher Bayport and Brentwood Schools). Beloved wife of the late Frank L.
Conroy. Loving mother of Patricia E. Conroy. Dear sister of Meredith Fessler.
Reposing at The Bayport-Blue Point Funeral Home, 683 Montauk Hwy., Bayport,
Friday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30PM. Religious Service 8PM. Interment private.
Contributions to The Sayville Village Improvement Society, 39 Edwards Street,
Sayville, NY 11782, appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Coppola, Phyllis
COPPOLA-Phyllis of East Meadow, NY on February 2, 2005 in her 90th year.
Beloved wife of the late Vito. Loving mother of Victor, Richard and Jerry.
Cherished grandmother of Corinne, Victor, Michelle, Heather, Daniel, Darren
and great grandmother of six. She dedicated her Entire Life to those She
devotedly loved. She will forever be in our hearts and memory. Reposing
Moloney's Lake Funeral Home, 132 Ronkonkoma Ave., Lake Ronkonkoma, NY where a
religious service will be held Friday evening. Funeral Mass Saturday 9:45 AM.,
Good Shepherd R.C. Church, Holbrook, NY. Interment following Holy Rood
Cemetery, Westbury, NY. Visiting Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.


Cross, Cecilia (O'Connor)
CROSS-Cecilia (nee O'Connor), of East Northport, on February 1, 2005 in her
81st year. Retired Kings Park School District employee. Beloved and Devoted
wife of the late Charles W. Cross. Dear sister of Claire C. Burns, the late
Constance Cassidy, and the late John P. O'Connor. Loving aunt, grand-aunt and
great-grandaunt to many. Reposing Nolan & Taylor-Howe Funeral Home, 5 Laurel
Avenue, Northport, Friday 2-5 and 7-9PM. Funeral Mass, Saturday 10:30AM, St.
Joseph Church, Kings Park. Interment, Northport Rural Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Duhigg, Mary E.
DUHIGG-Mary E., age 80, of East Moriches, on February 1, 2005. Beloved wife of
the late Robert. Survived by dear sons Robert (Doris) and Thomas. Beloved
sister of Gladys Daniello. Adored grandchildren Patricia and Caitlin.
Reposing, Sinnickson's Moriches Funeral Home, 203 Main St. (County Rd 80),
Thursday 2-4 and 7-9PM. Mass of Christian Burial, Friday 9:30AM at St. John's
R.C. Church. Interment to follow at Holy Rood Cemetery.
Published in Newsday from 2/2/2005 - 2/3/2005.


Elefante, Ralph
ELEFANTE-Ralph of Valley Stream on February 2, 2005. Beloved husband of the
late Adeline (Lee). Devoted father of Ralph, Anthony and Vincent. Dear brother
of Josephine Caruso and May Sanchez. Loving grandfather of Ralph III, Jillian,
Jacqueline, Christopher, Valerie, Leah and Dean. Family receiving friends at
Donza Funeral Home, 333 Atlantic Avenue, East Rockaway, LI, Thursday and
Friday, 2-4 and 7-9:30pm. Funeral Mass Saturday 9:45am at Saint Joseph's RC
Church, Hewlett. Entombment at Holy Rood Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Foyt, Lucille
FOYT-Lucille, on February 2, 2005. Long time resident of Garden City South and
Ridge. Beloved wife of the late Joseph P. Foyt. Devoted mother of Barbara
Berube (Stephen). Loving sister of Nancy Kissel. Cherished grandmother of
Daniel, Matthew, David (Erika), Brianne and Stephanie. Reposing at Krauss
Funeral Home Inc., 1097 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square. Visiting hours,
Friday 2-5 and 7-9PM. Funeral Mass, Saturday 9:30AM at St. Vincent de Paul
R.C. Church, Elmont. Interment, St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Gallo, Bernice E.
GALLO-Bernice E., of Woodbury, on January 31, 2005. Beloved wife of the late
Ralph. Loving mother of Ralph (Patricia), James, John (Jeanette) and the late
Anthony. Cherished grandmother of Gina, Scott, Michael, Marissa, Christina and
Taylor. Friends may call Thursday and Friday 2-5 and 79:30PM at the Thomas F.
Dalton Funeral Homes, Hicksville Chapel, 47 Jerusalem Ave. (2 blocks south
L.I.R.R., corner West Marie St). Mass, Saturday 10AM at St. Paul the Apostle
R.C. Church, Brookville. Interment, St. Margaret's Cemetery, Plainview.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Gardner, Howard J.
GARDNER-Howard J., 88, on February 1, 2005, of Garden City. Beloved husband of
the late Beatrice. Loving father of Howard, Jr. and Bob. Devoted grandfather
of Jennifer. Dear brother of Anne Gallagher. Visiting at the Fairchild Chapel,
Franklin Ave., at 12th Street, Garden City, 7-9PM Friday and 2-4PM Saturday.
Interment private.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Hagedorn, Horace
HAGEDORN-Horace. Marketing genius, entrepreneur, executive, philanthropist,
father, husband and family leader, passed peacefully at home, on January 31,
2005. He lived, laughed and loved for almost 90 years and will be joyfully
remembered and deeply missed by his wife Amy, his 6 children, 22 grandchildren
and hundreds of others whose lives he touched. A memorial celebration will be
held in March. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Long
Island Community Foundation for the Horace Hagedorn Memorial Fund, 1740 Old
Jericho Tpke., Jericho, NY 11753.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Hannigan, Alice (Butler)
HANNIGAN-Alice (nee Butler), on February 1, 2005. Loving grandmother of Elyse
and Keith. Devoted great-grandmother of Samantha and Craig. Beloved mother of
the late Alyce Hannigan-Hoelze. Dear sister of Joe Butler. Reposing,
Quinn-Fogarty Funeral Home, 162-14 Sanford Ave., Flushing, NY. Visitation,
Friday 2-5PM and 7-9PM. Funeral Mass, Saturday 9:30AM, St. Michaels Church.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Hirten, Robert F. (Memoriam)
ROBERT F. HIRTEN
FEBRUARY 3, 2004
First Anniversary In Heaven
Life without Grandpa, Bert or Dad
Really makes us feel so sad
Family and Friends miss him, too
But there is nothing that we can do
Just thank the Lord for
the time that we had
You were the best Husband,
Grandpa and Dad.
We Love You And Miss You!!!!
Gladys, Your Loving Wife,
Your Children, Their Spouses,
and All Your Grandchildren
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Holm, Martha I.
HOLM-Martha I., lifelong resident of Hicksville, on February 2, 2005. Beloved
wife of the late Norman. Loving mother of Norma I. Conklin (the late Patrick),
Butch (Barbara) and Gene (Susan). Dear sister of the late Frederick Wright.
Cherished grandmother of seven. Treasured great-grandmother of five. Dear aunt
of two nephews and one niece. Friends may call Thursday 2-5 and 7-9 PM at the
Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Homes, Hicksville Chapel, 47 Jerusalem Ave. (2 blocks
south L.I.R.R., corner West Marie St.). Mass, Friday 11 AM at St. Ignatius
R.C. Church. Interment, Calverton National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Kiel, Camille C.
KIEL-Camille C. (retired Roslyn School Teacher), of Glen Cove, NY and Stuart,
FL. on February 1, 2005. Loving sister of Rita (Gene) Auciello and the late
Carol (Marion) Kiel. Cherished aunt of Eugene (Jeanne), Susan and Stephen
(Jeanna). Also survived by seven grandnieces and nephews. Family will receive
friends Friday 3-5PM and 7-9PM at The McLaughlin-Kramer-Megiel Funeral Home,
220 Glen St., Glen Cove. Funeral Mass at the Church of St. Patrick, Saturday
10AM. Interment, Holy Rood Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Kopchynski, Joan Arlene
KOPCHYNSKI-Joan Arlene, on February 2, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Dr. G.
Harold. Cherished mother of Kevin, Warren (Laura), Steven, Alan, Brian,
(Debbie) and Arlene. Loving grandmother of Christopher, Brandon, Andrew, Jamie
and Kyle. Visitation will be held on Friday 2-4 and 7-9pm at Johnstons'
Wellwood Funeral Home, 305 N. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst, NY (1/2 mile S. of
Sunrise Highway). Funeral Mass Saturday 10:00am at Our Lady of Miraculous
Medal RC Church. Interment Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Krais, Marjorie M. (Paetow)
KRAIS-Marjorie M. (nee Paetow), of Ozone Park, NY, on February 1, 2005.
Beloved wife of the late Martin J. Krais. Loving mother of Martin Krais, Paul
Krais and Marjorie Hunter. Cherished grandmother of six grandchildren and six
great-grandchildren. The family will receive relatives and friends from 9AM to
11AM Friday at the Arthur F. White Funeral Home, 315 Conklin St. (Hempstead
Turnpike) Farmingdale. Funeral Mass, Friday 11:15AM, St. Kilian RC Church,
Farmingdale. Interment will follow at St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Lauer Jr., George W. (Memoriam)
GEORGE W. LAUER Jr.
12/29/63 - 2/3/01
I Miss and Love You
DADDY
Forever in my mind,
heart and prayers.
Love your daughter, Lori
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Lindstadt, Anne (Goldsmith)
LINDSTADT-Anne (nee Goldsmith) of Commack, NY, on February 1, 2005, her 84th
birthday. Dear wife of Wilbur and devoted mother of the late Frederick
Lindstadt, Margaret Hatch and David Lindstadt. Loving grandmother of Amanda,
Jessica, Christopher, Paula, Cara and Rebecca. Adored great-grandma of
Zackary, Leah, Camryn and Tanner. Visiting, Friday 2-5 and 7-9PM at
Brueggemann Funeral Home, 522 Larkfield Road, East Northport, NY. Funeral
service, Saturday 11AM at the funeral home. Interment, Commack Cemetery. In
lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Visiting Nurse Service & Hospice of
Suffolk, Inc., 505 Main Street, Northport, NY 11768 or Development & Community
Relations Office, Huntington Hospital, 270 Park Avenue, Huntington, NY 11743.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Lomnicki, Eric William (Memoriam)
ERIC WILLIAM LOMNICKI
3/9/73 - 2/2/01
It's been 4 years, we miss you
every day. We feel your presence and will love you forever.
Mom, Dad, Diana,
Lori and Jake xoxo's
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Long, Rosemary Mageean
LONG-Rosemary Mageean, on February 2, 2005 of Garden City. Beloved wife of the
late James F. Long. Caring mother of Rosemary and Patricia. Dedicated school
nurse teacher at Willow Road School in Valley Stream for over 24 years.
Visiting at the Fairchild Chapel, Franklin Avenue at 12th Street, Garden City,
2-4 and 79pm, Friday. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Anne's Church, Garden
City, 9:30am Saturday.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

MacDonald, Nancy R.
MacDONALD-Nancy R., 75, of Medford, NY, on February 2, 2005. Beloved wife of
David MacDonald. Loving mother of Barbara Brown, David MacDonald, Susan
Squillacioti and Andrew MacDonald. Dear sister of Elizabeth Hammond. Cherished
grandmother of Blaire, David III, Emily, Christopher, Michael, Elisabeth and
Emma. Arrangements entrusted to the Ruland Funeral Home Inc., 500 N. Ocean
Ave. (South of LIE at Exit 63) in Patchogue, NY. Family to receive friends
Friday from 24PM and 7-9PM. Religious Services will be held on Saturday 10AM
at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Patchogue, NY. Interment to follow in
Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Martin, Lillian E.
MARTIN-Lillian E., formerly of Massapequa, on Tuesday, February 1, 2005 in
Schoharie County, Cobleskill, following a brief illness. Mrs. Martin is
survived by her husband of 59 yrs., Donald H. Martin of Cobleskill, N.Y. and a
son and daughter-in-law, Alan H. and Michelle Martin of Westford, MA. A
Funeral Service will be held Saturday, February 5, 2005 at 10:00 A.M. at the
Mereness-Putnam Funeral Home, 171 Elm Street, Cobleskill, N.Y.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

McManus, Mary E.
McMANUS-Mary E. on February 1, 2005 of Woodbury, NY. Beloved wife of John J.
Loving mother of James C., Mary Gail Kowtna, Tara M. Carlino, Tracy S. Nagler
and the late Tara Susanne. Dear grandmother of nine. Reposing at the Beney
Funeral Home, Inc., of Syosset, 79 Berry Hill Rd. Visiting Thursday 2-4 and
7-9PM. Funeral Mass Friday, 9:45AM, at St. Edward Confessor RC Church,
Syosset, NY. Interment L.I. National Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Monfiletto, Lucy
MONFILETTO-Lucy, of Baldwin, LI, on February 1, 2005. Beloved wife of Peter.
Devoted mother of Grace Beatty, Vincent, Josephine Kalista, Angelo, Peter and
Matthew. Dear sister of Joseph Di Milia, Samuel Di Milia, Palma Courtney and
Mildred McCahon. Also survived by nine grandchildren. Reposing, Towers Funeral
Home Inc., Long Beach & Foxhurst Rds., Oceanside, Thursday and Friday 2-4PM
and 7-9PM. Service, First Presbyterian Church, Oceanside, Saturday 10AM.
Interment, Greenfield Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Leukemia &
Lymphoma of LI, 555 Broad Hollow Rd., Ste. 403, Melville, NY 11747 or First
Presbyterian Church, Re: Camp at Holmes, NY, 2701 Oceanside Rd., Oceanside, NY
11572, would be appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Murray, Lillian C.
MURRAY-Lillian C. formerly of Lindenhurst, L.I. on February 1, 2005 in her
88th year. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Devoted mother of Sue Ann,
Kathleen and Jane Marie. Caring mother-in-law of Joseph McNulty. Loving sister
of Margaret Wheaton, Dorothea Fahey, Noelita Galiskis and the late Mark. Also
survived by two grandchildren Brian and Kate. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 7-10
PM at the Lindenhurst Funeral Home, Inc., 424 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst.
Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10:15 AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help R.C.
Church, Lindenhurst. Interment Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Musso, Peter J.
MUSSO-Peter J., of Bethpage, on January 30, 2005. Member of the Plainview Old
Bethpage Fire Dept. for over 45 years. Beloved husband of Barbara. Loving
father and father-in-law of Anthony, Peter, Stephen and Kay, and Michael and
Therese. Fond brother of Nat (Sonny) and Florence Pappone. Cherished
grandfather of Andrew and Matthew. The family will receive relatives and
friends on Thursday and Friday 25PM and 7-9:30PM at The Arthur F. White
Funeral Home, 234 Broadway, Bethpage. Funeral Mass, Saturday 9:45AM, St.
Martin of Tours RC Church, Bethpage. Interment will follow at Pinelawn
Memorial Park. As an alternative to floral tributes, donations can be made to
Volunteer & Exempt Benevolent Assoc., 885 Old Country Rd., Plainview, NY
11803, in Peter J. Musso's memory.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

O'Donnell, Margaret Mary Seng "Peggy"
O'DONNELL-Margaret (Peggy) Mary Seng, after heroically battling cancer for
almost two years, on January 23, 2005. Peggy was born in Mt. Holly, NJ, and
lived several places throughout her life before returning to New Jersey a few
years ago. Peggy was most recently employed in the information technology
field. A music lover with eclectic taste, she was known for introducing
different kinds of music to those that she loved. Peggy was quick witted and
had a delightful sense of humor, which she sustained throughout the toughest
of times. She enthusiastically assumed the role of family historian,
chronicling the lives of the Seng clan through her love of scrap booking. In
short, Peggy could be understood as an admirable blend of intelligence and
creativity bonded by the adhesive of love-for she primarily was lover-a person
with incredible ability to achieve a sense of harmony among those who had the
privilege to inhabit her life. Peggy is survived by her life partner, Todd
Regn, her mother Theresa O. Seng, her siblings Marianne (Taffy) Kelly, Kathy
Gurland, Tom Seng, Theresa Agnetti, Robert Seng and Jeffrey Seng, her nieces
Betsy Cooper and Bailey Send, and her nephews Matthew Smith, Denver Smith,
Michael Seng, Kevin Seng and Evan Seng. Friends are invited to visit with the
family on Saturday, February 5th from 4-5PM at the Perinchief Chapels, 438
High St., Mt. Holly. An informal memorial service will be held at 5PM where
friends and family are invited to share their remembrances of Peggy. Interment
will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to
the American Cancer Society, 1581 Old Cuthbert Rd., Cherry Hill NJ 08034 or
the Alliance for Lung Cancer Advocacy, Support & Education (ALCASE), Unit 78,
POB 4800, Portland OR 97208. In addition, Peggy would have enjoyed knowing
that you donated an audio book to your local library in her name.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Palladino, Esther (Selvaggi)
PALLADINO-Esther (nee Selvaggi), resident of Massapequa Park for more than 50
years on February 1, 2005. Longtime member and past president of the Ladies
Auxillary, Hicksville, VFW Post 3211. Beloved wife of the late Louis. Loving
sister of Vito Selvaggi, and the late Angelina Edwards and Joseph Selvaggi.
Dear sister-in-law, and cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews. Reposing at
Massapequa Funeral Home Inc. North Chapel, 1050 Park Blvd. (at Clark),
Massapequa Park, Thursday 7-9:30pm and Friday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30pm. Funeral
Mass, Saturday, 8:45am St. Rose of Lima R.C. Church, Massapequa. Interment,
St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Phillips, John J. "Jack"
PHILLIPS-John J. (Jack) of Hicksville, NY on February 1, 2005. Retired
Sergeant from the NYPD. Retired RN from Winthrop University Hospital. Beloved
husband of Maureen. Loving father of Joseph, Jacqueline Coburn (Scott), and
Michael. Cherished grandfather of Justin, Kristin, Kevin, and Michael. Friends
and relatives may visit Saturday and Sunday 2-5 and 7-10PM at the Vernon C.
Wagner Funeral Homes, 125 Old Country Road, Hicksville, NY. Funeral Mass
Monday, 10AM, at Holy Family R.C. Church, Hicksville, NY. Interment to follow
at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Pickering, Sunda M. "Sue"
PICKERING-Sunda M. (Sue) of Oceanside, LI, on February 1, 2005. Devoted mother
of Jack (Helen), Sandra (Wayne) Hoffman and Regina (Mike) Spillane. Dear
sister of Rose (Tony) Polistina, and sister-in-law of Catherine and Florence.
Loving grandmother of Alison, John, Kevin, Wayne, Jr., Ross, Anthony and
Mikey. Reposing Towers Funeral Home, Inc., Long Beach and Foxhurst Roads,
Oceanside, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral Mass St. Anthony's RC Church,
Oceanside, Friday 10:30am. Interment Calverton National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Post, Betty
POST-Betty, East Meadow resident for 52 years (born in Wales August 10, 1914),
passed peacefully on February 1, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Howard.
Devoted mother of Richard Post and Sue Lucido. Cherished mother-in-law to
Louis, Lisa and Kathryn. Adored grandmother of ten and great grandmother of
six. Visitation, M. A. Connell Funeral Home, 934 New York Ave., Huntington
Station, Thursday 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 PM. Services, Thursday 8:30 PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Raftery, Stephen G.
RAFTERY-Stephen G., age 87, of Coram. Formerly of Queens on February 2, 2005.
Predeceased by his beloved wife, Mary. Loving father of Ellen Sostchen of San
Jose, CA, Patricia A. of Port Jefferson, John of Gaithersburg, MD, Mary Murphy
of Gaithersburg, MD, and the late Stephen. Cherished grandfather of 11 and
great-grandfather of three. Also survived by his companion and best friend,
Katherine Garrison. Reposing at Marinello Funeral Home, Inc., 493 Middle
Country Road, Coram. Funeral Mass, Friday, 10:30AM, St. Frances Cabrini RC
Church. Interment, St. Raymond's Cemetery. Visitation, Thursday Evening Only,
79:30PM. Memorial contributions may be made to Maryhaven Center of Hope, Port
Jefferson.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Schliesser, Kurt
SCHLIESSER-Kurt, 82, of St. James, on January 31, 2005. Loving husband to
Deana. Cherished father to Gina Voorhees, Beth and Michael Szpilka, Ricky and
Linda Vorhees, Dave and Eliana Voorhees and Laura and Bill Murphy. Beloved
grandfather to 12. Longtime friend of Bill W. for 53 years. Friends may call
St. James Funeral Home, Rte. 25A, St. James, on Friday 2-5PM and 7-10PM.
Funeral Mass on Saturday 9AM, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton RC Church, Lake
Ronkonkoma. Interment to follow at St. Patrick's Cemetery, Huntington. In lieu
of flowers, donations can be sent to American Lung Assoc. in memory of Kurt.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Schortemeyer Sr., Richard A.
SCHORTEMEYER-Richard A. Sr., age 71, of Beverly Hills, FL, formerly of
Oakdale, LI, passed February 1, 2005. Beloved husband of 49 years to
Josephine. Loving father of Stephanie (Gary) DeVries, Vicki (Stuart) Dungey,
Richard (Cassandra), Donald (Michelle), Scott (Linda Randall), Joseph (Dawn)
and Melanie (Joseph) Barsch. Cherished grandfather of eighteen and
great-grandfather of two. Dear brother of Joan Danowski. Memorial Visitation,
2-4:30PM and 7-9:30PM Friday at Raynor & D'Andrea Funeral Home, 245 Montauk
Hwy., West Sayville, LI. Religious Service, 11:30AM.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Seifts Sr., Richard S.
SEIFTS-Richard S., Sr. of Centereach, on February 2, 2005. Beloved husband of
the late Mary Elizabeth. Loving father of Debrasue Toto, Diane, and Richard
Jr. Devoted grandfather of four grandchildren. Reposing, Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM
and Saturday 10AM-1PM, with Prayer Service at 1PM, at O.B. Davis Funeral
Homes, 2326 Middle Country Road, Centereach. Cremation, Washington Memorial
Park.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Shine, Eleanor F.
SHINE-Eleanor F., of Baldwin, suddenly, on February 1, 2005, age 39 years.
Devoted daughter of William and Joan. Dear sister of Kevin (Loree). Beloved
Aunt of Erinn, Bethany, Cathryne, Brenna, Mackenzie and Meredith. Also
survived by many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive
friends Friday 2-4 and 7-9PM at Cecere-Pensa Funeral Home. (As successors to
Weigand Brothers) 2283 Grand Ave., Baldwin, NY 11510. Funeral Mass, Saturday
9:45AM at St. Christopher's RC Church, Baldwin. Cremation private. In leiu of
flowers, donations can be made to The Inn at Freeport, P.O. Box 7661,
Freeport, NY 11520 or the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 710 W. 168 Street,
New York, NY 10032.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Spaleta, Valerie Costantino (Memoriam)
VALERIE COSTANTINO SPALETA
Dear Valerie: It's been one painful
year since you left for heaven. The
time is passing, but the pain in our
hearts is not. Each day we miss you
and love you more and more.
Your Husband, your Mom, your
Stepdaughter, your Son-in-law,
your Grandsons, your Brothers
with their families, brother-in-law
with his family and all your friends
and relatives.
Happy First Anniversary In Heaven
And Happy Birthday, Sweetheart
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Stuve, Arthur H. (Memoriam)
ARTHUR H. STUVE
4/20/49 - 2/3/04
1st Anniversary in Heaven
Not a day goes by without
thoughts of you. Words can not
explain how much you are missed.
Always in Our Hearts and Prayers,
Forever, Hugs and Kisses
Your Loving Family
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Titus, Wilna R.
TITUS-Wilna R. of Oyster Bay, NY on February 1, 2005, in her 97th year.
Beloved wife of the late Willet Titus. Former nursery school teacher at Advent
Nursery School in Westbury, NY. Loving mother of William and Dorothy of Locust
Valley, NY. Cherished grandmother of Susan Davis, Palm Harbor, Fl.; Beth and
Chris Cullen, Lake Hill, NY; Barbara and Jack Howes, Oyster Bay, NY; and
William Jr. and Carolyn Titus, Newport, RI. Great-grandmother of Joseph Davis,
Caitlin, Kenneth and Madelyn Howes. Great-greatgrandmother of Aurora Davis.
Friends may visit Friday 2-4 and 7-9 pm at Donohue Cecere Funeral Home, 290
Post Avenue, Westbury, NY. Service Friday, 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, please
make donations to The Nature Conservancy, Lawrence Hill Road, Cold Spring
Harbor, NY 11724 or Friends School, Post Avenue, Wesbury, NY 11590.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Tomeo, Linda (Memoriam)
LINDA TOMEO
2/3/66-3/10/03
If we could have one lifetime
wish, one dream that could come true, we'd ask with all our
Hearts for yesterday and you.
Happy Birthday LINNIE
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Waterman, Beverly D. (Memoriam)
BEVERLY D. WATERMAN
Jan. 9, 1926 - Feb. 3, 2004
This past year we have been sad and lonely. Life has not been the same without
you. You will
be loved forever in our hearts and
we will always remember your
advice and loving guidance.
Wife, Bernice; Daughter, Diane; Son, Kenny; Grands, Greatgrands, Sister,
Nieces & Nephews
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Wright, Arthur
WRIGHT-Arthur, of Oceanside, on February 1, 2005. A veteran of the US Navy
where he served on the USS Massachusetts. He graduated Cortland Teachers
College in 1950 and then he began his teaching and coaching career in
Oceanside in 1953. Arthur coached the Oceanside H.S. Varsity Soccer team for
27 years. He is survived by his daughter Jeryl Israel, son-in-law Jack Israel,
grandchildren Lynn and Brent and his brother and sisterin-law Roger and
Barbara Wright. Service at Towers Funeral Home, Inc., Long Beach & Foxhurst
Rds., Oceanside, Saturday 10AM. Visiting, Thursday 7-9PM, Friday 2-4PM and
7-9PM. Interment, Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Published in Newsday on 2/3/2005.

Yovino, Concetta "Georgette"
YOVINO-Concetta "Georgette", on February 1, 2005, of Pt. Washington, NY.
Loving wife of Philip. Cherished mother of Linda Sellitto and Paul Yovino.
Grandmother of Joseph Sellitto and Andrea Yokaitis. Sister of Rita Blasso. In
repose at the Fairchild Funeral Chapel, 1570 Northern Blvd., Manhasset 3-5PM
and 7-9PM. Funeral Mass, 9:30AM Friday, Our Lady of Fatima RC Church,
Manorhaven.