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Benenson, Thomas
BENENSON-Thomas, of Hightstown, N.J., in his 88th year, died peacefully
surrounded by his loving family on February 10, 2005. A dedicated Kiwanian and
member of Trinity Episcopal Church, Roslyn, N.Y. Tom lived in Sea Cliff, N.Y.,
and Cherry Hill, N.J. He is survived by his wife, Anne; by daughters, India
Van Allen Martz, Jean Benenson Hummel, Nancy Benenson Krug; son, Robert Van
Allen; predeceased by his son, John Benenson; 8 grandchildren, 2
great-grandchildren, 4 stepdaughters, 5 stepgrandchildren, 1 niece, and 2
nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family gratefully requests donations be made
to your favorite charity. A Memorial Service will be held in the future.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Burriesci, Anthony Michael
BURRIESCI-Anthony Michael, on February 10, 2005, in his 80th year. Longtime
teacher in the East Islip School District. Loving brother of Paul, James, and
Mildred. He is also survived by his five nieces and six nephews. Visiting,
Sunday, 4-8 PM ONLY, at the Overton Funeral Home, Inc., 172 Main St., Islip.
Mass of Christian Burial, Monday, 9:45 AM, at St. Mary's R.C. Church, East
Islip. Interment, St. Patrick's Cemetery, Bay Shore. In lieu of flowers, the
family suggests a donations to an organization such as Bide-A-Wee, Seeing Eyes
for the Blind, Little Shelter, or the North Shore Animal League.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

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Campo, Patricia
CAMPO-Patricia, on February 11, 2005, of Port Jefferson, N.Y. Loving mother of
Frank, Ed, and Michael. Beloved grandmother of Aleisha, Emily, Justin, and
Jack. Dear sister of Joseph Healy, Thomas Healy, John Gaffney, Michael
Gaffney, James Gaffney, and Eileen Traietta. Reposing at the O.B. Davis
Funeral Homes, 4839 Nesconset Highway (Route 347), Port Jefferson Station,
L.I. Visiting, Sunday and Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mass, 10 AM, Tuesday, at
Infant Jesus R.C. Church. Interment, Cedar Hill Cemetery in Port Jefferson.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Cerchia, Raye A.
CERCHIA-Raye A., of Freeport, on February 11, 2005, switchboard operator for
Freeport Public Schools. Beloved mother of Jerry Jr., Joanne and Robert. Dear
grandmother of six. Fond sister of Faye Hawthorne and Michael DeFalco. Family
will receive friends at Hungerford & Clark Inc. Funeral Home, 110 Pine St.
(Co. So. Ocean Ave) Freeport. Funeral Service Tuesday 7:30PM. Interment
Wednesday 9:30AM to Calverton National Cemetery. Visiting Tuesday 2-4 and
7-9PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Conroy, Winifred (Memoriam)
WINIFRED CONROY
Still a day does not go by that you
are not missed. Your absence has
left a void in our lives. Know that
you are loved and greatly missed.
Until we meet again.
Geri, Brian and Boys
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Conway Sr., Edward G. (Memoriam)
EDWARD G. CONWAY, SR.
02/13/29 - 12/08/03
Happy Birthday to our Dad, who
today would be 76 years young
in mortal time, our gift to you
is to watch from above with Mom,
the lives you have touched,
prosper and grow into a tight
family bond that will last forever.
We miss you.
Your Seven Children and Spouses,
Grandchildren and Great
Grandchildren
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Daly, Helen
DALY-Helen, age 82, on February 11, 2005. Longtime resident of East Rockaway.
Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother of John, Patricia Daly and her
husband, Henry Schreiber. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Family
will receive friends, 7-9 PM, Sunday, and 2-4 and 7-9 PM, Monday, at the Perry
Funeral Home, Inc., 118 Union Avenue, Lynbrook. Mass, 9:45 AM, Tuesday, at St.
Raymond's R.C. Church, East Rockaway. Interment, St. Charles Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Delio, Felice
DELIO-Felice, 35-year resident of Bethpage, on February 12, 2005. Cherished
aunt of Anthony Delio and his wife, Nancy. Loving greataunt of Thomas,
ToniAnn, Joseph, and Diana. Beloved companion of 62 years to Monty Levy.
Predeceased by her four brothers. Visiting Sunday, 2-5 and 7-9:30 PM, at the
Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc., 234 Broadway, Bethpage, N.Y. Funeral Mass,
Monday, 9:45 AM, at St. Kilian R.C. Church, Farmingdale. Interment following
at St. John's Cemetery, Middle Village, N.Y.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

DeNunzio, Roy C.   
DeNUNZIO-Roy C., age 56, passed away at home peacefully with his family by his
side on February 11, 2005, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. A
resident of Bethpage and Manhattan, he is survived by his life-partner, David
Mash. Beloved son of Joseph and Marie (DiOrio) DeNunzio. Loving brother and
brother-inlaw of Bob and Barbara (Cermak) DeNunzio. Also survived by his niece
and her husband, Jennifer (DeNunzio) and Andrew Duran, and Michael DeNunzio,
grandniece, Allysa Duran, and many loving friends and relatives. Producer and
Director of St. Martin of Tours Church "See How They Run" and "Dracula." A
1970 Hofstra graduate, where he starred in "The Music Man" and "How to Succeed
in Business." An Editor at Alliance Capitol/Sanford Bernstein, N.Y.C., Roy was
a writer and author published in several literary journals. He closely
followed his love and interest of theatre, literature, music, and all the fine
arts. His family gratefully acknowledges the support of St. Vincent Cancer
Care and Good Shepherd Hospice of Carle Place, N.Y. Visitation will be
Tuesday, 2-5 and 7-9 PM, at the Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc., 234
Broadway, Bethpage, N.Y. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 9:45 AM, at St. Martin of
Tours R.C. Church, with interment following at St. Charles Cemetery, East
Farmingdale. As an alternative to flowers, donations may be sent to Pancreatic
Cancer Action Network, Inc., 2221 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 131, El Segundo, CA
90245.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.
Diamond "Mickey"
DIAMOND-"Mickey." Beloved father of Mary Jane, Sean, Bridget and Billy Stokes,
Patty and Pat O'Neil, Jimmy and Marie Diamond, and Michael and Joanne Diamond.
Loving grandfather of 15. A member of Local 638 Steamfitters, Sand-Hogs Local
147 and N.Y.C. Sanitation Dept. Visiting Sunday and Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at
Macken Mortuary "Island Park Chapel," 39-30 Long Beach Rd., Island Park.
Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 11:30 AM, at St. Ignatius Church, Long Beach. In lieu
of flowers, donations to Veritas Villa, P.O. Box 610, Kerhonkson, NY 12446,
Attn: "Friends of Mickey."
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Fischetto, Marion
FISCHETTO-Marion, on February 11, 2005, of Amityville (formerly of Seaford).
Beloved wife of Carmen. Devoted mother of John (Elaine), Dan (Beth), Thomas
(Donna), and James (Madeline). Loving sister of Richard Reysen. Also survived
by 12 cherished grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Reposing at the Charles
G. Schmitt Funeral Home, Inc., 3863 Merrick Road, Seaford (two traffic lights
east of Route 135). Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday, 10 AM, at St. William
the Abbot R.C. Church. Interment, Pinelawn Memorial Park. Hours, Monday, 2-4
and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Gyss, Charles L.
GYSS-Charles L., on February 12, 2005. Beloved husband of Dorothy (nee
Strumpfler). Loving father of Carol Gravely (David J.), Charles F. Gyss
(Judith A.), and Lorraine Gyss. Devoted grandfather of Steven and Michael
Bender and David Charles Gravely. Family will receive friends at the Leo F.
Kearns Funeral Home, 445 East Meadow Avenue, East Meadow, Sunday and Monday,
2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral, Tuesday, 10 AM. Interment, Calverton National
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Care Network, 99 Sunnyside
Boulevard, Woodbury, NY 11797, would be greatly appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Johnson Maass, Barbara Ann
JOHNSON MAASS-Barbara Ann, of Fort Myers, Fla., formerly of Long Island, N.Y.,
on February 8, 2005. Beloved mother of Debbie, Keith, Craig, Kenneth and Dawn.
Cherished grandmother of 11. Faithful sister of Edward, Joan, and the late
Herbert. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday, 3-5
and 7-9 PM, at the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, 125 Hillside Ave., New Hyde
Park. Interment, Tuesday morning at Greenfield Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Kelly, Thomas R. (Memoriam)
THOMAS R. KELLY
2/13/62 - 9/11/01
F.D.N.Y. E219/L105
Happy Birthday Tommy!
To our Son, Brother, Uncle,
and Best Friend
We all miss you now more than ever. Your are always in our thoughts. Tommy,
continue to be our inspiration. You know our love will not fade away.
Your family, The F.D.N.Y. & Friends & Max...
Till we get together
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Lukaszewski, Chester
LUKASZEWSKI-Chester, on February 11, 2005, of Syosset, N.Y. Beloved husband of
Patricia. Loving father of Chester II and the late Rev. Joseph. Dear
grandfather of Chester III and Chadwick. Loved by 8 stepchildren and 15
stepgrandchildren. Fond brother of 2 sisters and 4 brothers. Reposing at the
Beney Funeral Home, Inc. of Syosset, 79 Berry Hill Road. Visiting, Sunday, 2-4
and 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass, Monday, 9:45 AM, at St. Edward Confessor R.C.
Church, Syosset, N.Y. Entombment, Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury, N.Y. In lieu
of flowers, donations to St. Edward the Confessor R.C. Church, 205 Jackson
Ave., Syosset, N.Y. 11791, in his memory would be appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Marino, Nicholas R.
MARINO-Nicholas R., on February 11, 2005. Beloved husband of the late Lucy.
Loving father of Donald Marino and his wife, Marion, and Carol Woods and her
husband, Jack. Devoted grandfather of 6 grandchildren and 5
great-grandchildren. Loving brother of William. Reposing at Martin A. Gleason
Funeral Home, 10-25 150th St., Whitestone. Mass of Christian Burial, Monday,
Holy Trinity Church, 9:45 AM. Interment, Mt. St. Mary's Cemetery, Flushing.
Visiting Sunday, 2-5 and 7-10 PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Minor, Reginald M.
MINOR-Reginald M., 92, longtime resident of Centerport, on February 10, 2005.
Proud WWII Veteran. Member of the 1936 US Olympic Rowing Team. Lifetime member
of Sagamore Rowing Assoc. Member of the Bay Ridge Minerva Masonic Lodge #758
and past President of AHRC of Suffolk County. Beloved husband of Gladys for 64
years. Loving father of Reginald (Sheila) Minor, Robin (James T.) Brennan and
Kenn Thompson Minor. Proud grandfather of seven and great grandfather of ten.
A Memorial Celebration is to be held on Saturday, March 12, 2005 at the
Centerport United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
to the Church, 97 Little Neck Road, Centerport, NY 11721. Arrangements have
been entrusted to M.A. Connell Funeral Home, Huntington Station, NY.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Moley, Julia T.
MOLEY-Julia T., of Islip Terrace, N. Y. (formerly of Bay Shore, N.Y.), on
February 12, 2005, in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Devoted
mother of James, Frank, Jr., Mary Moley, and Eileen Petersen. Cherished
grandmother of 19 and greatgrandmother of 33. Also survived by her loving
brother, Michael Prygocki, and sister, Anne Van Wart. Reposing, Moloney's
Hauppauge Funeral Home, 840 Wheeler Road (Route 111), Hauppauge, N.Y., where a
Religious Service will be held on Monday. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 10 AM, at St.
Patrick's R.C. Church, Bay Shore. Interment following, St. Patrick's Cemetery,
Bay Shore. Visiting Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Muller, Ernst P.
MULLER-Ernst P., on January 29, 2005. He is survived by Francine Harman;
sisters, Fran LaCava, and Mary Lou Knoerzer; children, Gretchen, Pat, Ernie,
Julie, Patrick, and Jane, and 22 grandchildren. He'll be missed by all who
knew him. In his words - "not only was it all worthwhile, it was quite
beautiful...thanks for the memories." There will be a memorial celebration on
February 20th, at the Dicapo Opera Theater, 76th Street and Lexington Avenue,
in the basement of St. Jean the Baptiste.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Mulvaney Sr., Donald James
MULVANEY-Donald James, Sr., 80, of Pocono Summit, died on Saturday, February
12, 2005. He was the loving husband of Catherine (Look) Mulvaney, at home, to
whom he had been married to for over 54 years. He was born in Flushing,
Queens, N.Y., on January 23, 1925, son of the late James J. and Florence
(Goggin) Mulvaney. Donald was a 1950 graduate of R.P.I., with a degree in
Electrical Engineering. He worked for 36 years as a cameraman for the National
Broadcasting Company, during which time he was nominated for 10 Emmy Awards
and won 8 times. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday
morning, February 15, 2005, at 11 AM, at Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church
in Pocono Pines, Pa. A Wake will be held on Monday evening, February 14, 2005,
from 7-9 PM, at Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church, Pocono Pines. In lieu of
flowers, memorial donations may be made to Our Lady of the Lake Catholic
Church, Sullivan Rd., PO Box 0, Pocono Pines, PA 18350.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Panico, Albina (Zanca)
PANICO (Zanca)-Albina, age 87, of Bayport, LI, on February 10, 2005. Beloved
wife of the late Angelo. Dear mother of Kathleen Kennedy, John Panico, Donato
Panico and Marie Elena Bridges. Loving grandmother of 16, great-grandmother of
20 and great-great- grandmother of 3. Fond sister of Leeannette Richardson and
Helen Burke. Cremation was private. A Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady
of Perpetual Help, Lindenhurst, at a date and time to be announced.
Arrangements entrusted to Raynor & D'Andrea Funeral Home, West Sayville.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Racy, Albert J.
RACY-Albert J., on February 11, 2005. Born June 12, 1921 in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Father of Janet and John Racy. Family will receive friends at the Leo F.
Kearns Funeral Home, 61-40 Woodhaven Boulevard, Rego Park, Monday, 2-4 and 7-9
PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Seamon, Robert L.
SEAMON-Robert L., of East Northport, N.Y., on February 12, 2005. Retired
Aircraft and Power Plant Lead Mechanic for T.W.A. at J.F.K. Airport after 36
years of service. Proud Navy veteran from 1954-1962. Beloved husband of Joan
and loving father of Scott Seamon and Laura Klohmann. Dear father-in-law of
Phyllis Seamon and Mark Klohmann. Visiting, Sunday, 7-9 PM, and Monday, 2-5
and 7-9 PM, at Brueggemann Funeral Home, 522 Larkfield Road, East Northport,
N.Y. Funeral Mass, 9:45 AM, Tuesday, at St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, East
Northport. Interment, Calverton National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Strawgate, Stephen E.
STRAWGATE-Stephen E., on February 11, 2005, of Wantagh, age 54 years, after a
long battle with P.S.P. Beloved husband of Amy and loving father of Stephen W.
(Heidi M.), and dear grandfather of Stephen G. and Heidi E. Cherished son of
Daniel and Mildred Strawgate, and brother of Donna (Jack) McAllister. Friends
may visit Sunday, 2-4:30 and 7-9:30 PM, at Wantagh Abbey, Inc., 3374 Park
Avenue, Wantagh. Religious Service at Funeral Home, 8 PM, Sunday evening.
Private cremation.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Tesoro Jr., Christopher Michael
TESORO-Christopher Michael, Jr., on February 10, 2005. Beloved son of
Christopher M. Tesoro, Sr. and his fiancee, Dawn Brennan, and Deborah Mustachi
and her husband, Robert. Loving brother of Amy Pinto and Katie Monte.
Cherished grandson of Stanley and Anne Tesoro and the late Robert and Barbara
Upson. Reposing at the Michael J. Grant Funeral Homes, Inc., 571 Suffolk Ave.,
Brentwood, N.Y. 11717. Family will receive friends Sunday only, 2-4 PM and
7-9:30 PM. Cremation Services private.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Van Wingerden, Rose
VAN WINGERDEN-Rose, of Long Beach, L.I., on February 10, 2005. Dear aunt of
Van and the late Michael. Reposing, Towers Funeral Home, Inc., Long Beach &
Foxhurst Roads, Oceanside, L.I., Monday, 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass, St. Mary of the
Isle R.C. Church, Long Beach, Tuesday, 9 AM.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Walker, Alberta (Memoriam)
ALBERTA WALKER
February 13, 2002
Gone into God's Dominion but not forgotten by those left behind.
Beverly D. Walker - husband
Herman Holley - Brother & Family
Stewart Children: Theodore, Ray, Mahasin, Malkia, Khalilah, Malkia, Rod Walker
and 20 Grandchildren
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Wheaton, Carol
WHEATON-Carol of Patchogue on February 10, 2005. Beloved wife of Harold.
Loving mother of John, Richard, Wendy, Cindy, and Heather. Loving
mother-in-law to Donna, Anthony and Maria. Cherished Grandma of Alexa, A.J.,
Cody, BryAnn, Heather and Camden. Reposing at Robertaccios Funeral Home, 85
Route 112, Patchogue, Monday 2-4 and 7-9PM. Service Tuesday, 11AM, at Funeral
Home. Interment Greenfield Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Wilde, Margaret E. (Nederost)
WILDE-Margaret E. (nee Nederost), of Lawrenceville, N.J., formerly of
Westbury, on February 10, 2005. Beloved wife of the late James T. Dear mother
of James F. (Peggy), and Rev. Denis G. Wilde, O.S.A. Cherished grandmother of
Patricia A., Geraldine Carter (Wil), and James F., Jr. Loving sister of
Elizabeth Oakshott. The family will recefive friends on Monday, 2-4 and 7-9
PM, at Cecere Funeral Home, 356 Westbury Ave., Carle Place. Funeral Mass,
Tuesday, 10 AM, at Our Lady of Hope R.C. Church, Carle Place. Interment
following at St. Charles Cemetery, East Farmingdale.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Young, Dorothy L.
YOUNG-Dorothy L., of Copiague, on February 9, 2005. Loving mother of Karen A.
Gehrlein (George). Cherished grandmother of Amy Dejongh and George, Jr.
Devoted great-grandmother of Alicia, Jessica, and Jamie. Beloved sister of
Catherine Donnelly and the late George Harris. Reposing, D'Andrea Bros Funeral
Home, 99 Oak Street, Copiague. Visiting, Saturday, 7-9:30 PM, and Sunday,
2-4:30 and 7-9:30 PM. Funeral Mass, Monday, Our Lady of the Assumption Church,
10:30 AM. Interment, St. Charles Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Zeppie, MaryBeth (McManus)
ZEPPIE-MaryBeth (nee McManus), on February 12, 2005, of Rockville Centre, L.I.
Beloved wife of Christopher. Dear mother of Melissa Livingston, Christopher
R., Jr., and MaryJane. Mother-in-law of Will. Fond sister of John J. McManus,
Kathryn Carey, and Virginia McDade. Also survived by nieces and nephews.
Reposing at the Macken Mortuary, Rockville Centre Chapel, 52 Clinton Avenue,
Sunday and Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass at St. Agnes Cathedral,
Rockville Centre, 10 AM, Tuesday. If desired, contributions may be made to
Lance Armstrong Foundation.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.

Ziminski, Raymond A.
ZIMINSKI-Raymond A., of East Meadow, on February 12, 2005. Raymond was a proud
Navy veteran of World War II, and a Chief Radioman of the U.S.S. Hornet.
Loving husband of the late Elizabeth. Beloved father of Kenneth (Victoria),
Richard, Mary, and the late Jeffery. Cherished grandfather of Andrew, Glenn,
and Margaret. Dear brother of William, Henery, Robert, Dorothy, and Harriet.
Reposing after 2 PM, Monday, at Charles J. O'Shea Funeral Home, 603 Wantagh
Ave. (Exit 28N, S.S. Pkwy.), Wantagh. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 11:30 AM, at St.
Raphael R.C. Church, East Meadow. Interment, Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury,
N.Y. Family will receive friends Monday, 2-5 and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/13/2005.