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Aiello, Joseph (Memoriam)
JOSEPH AIELLO
2/21/22 - 2/3/05
Happy first birthday in Heaven.
It has been only 19 days that you
left us and not a day goes by
that we don't think of you.
Love your loving wife Lillian
and your darling daughter Nancy.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Camlakides, Angeline
CAMLAKIDES-Angeline, 91, of Leisure Village, Ridge, NY on February 19, 2005.
World traveler and active in many charities. Member of the Happy Wanderers
singing group and headline performer at the Sons of Italy Review in Rocky
Point. Member of Leisure Village American Legion Auxiliary and founder of the
Leisure Village Bingo. Widow of William Camlakides, Herman Schmalz and Walter
Ross. Loving mother of Helen Camlakides, William Camlakides and Stella (Alan)
Bernhard. Cherished grandmother of Lisa Lee Bernhard and Jennifer Jean (J.C.)
Raby. Reposing 2-4 and 7-9 PM Tuesday at Alexander-Tuthill Funeral Home, 6447
Rte 25A, Wading River, NY. Funeral Mass 11 AM Wednesday, St. Mark's R.C.
Church, Shoreham. Interment Greenfield Cemetery, Hempstead.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Corso, Irene
CORSO-Irene, formerly of Dothan, AL and Roslyn, NY, on February 19, 2005.
Predeceased by beloved husbands Tony Saverino and Joseph Corso, sister Ida
Mae, brothers John Henry, George, AZ, Frank and Perry, father and mother John
and Claudie Mae Hughes. Beloved and survived by son John, his wife Lauren,
granddaughters Danielle and Kathleen, son Edward, sister Grace McCracken of
Winter Haven, FL and brother John Wesley Hughes of Dothan, AL, and many nieces
and nephews. Donations to St. Jude or National Parkinsons Foundation.
Interment service LI National Cemetery, Tuesday February 22, at 10:30am.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Courtien, Gloria
COURTIEN-Gloria of Bellmore on February 20, 2005. Beloved wife of the late
Victor. Devoted mother of Edward (Bonnie), Gloria Costello (Joseph), Florence
Hogan (John), Victor P. Jr. (Brenda), William (Judy), Raymond (Mary), Michael
(Carolyn) and Jean Palombo. Loving sister of Florence Rosoff, Dolores Smith
and James Durnin. Cherished grandmother of 31 grandchildren and
greatgrandmother of six great-grandchildren. Reposing C.S. Bartholomew & Son
Funeral Home Inc., 302 Bedford Ave., Bellmore, Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9:30 PM. Mass
of Christian Burial Wednesday 10:45 AM at St. Barnabas R.C. Church, Bellmore.
Private cremation to follow.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

DeFino, Andreana
DeFINO-Andreana of Bellmore on February 19, 2005. Beloved wife of Joseph.
Devoted mother of Joanne Howitt (Michael), Donald (Cynthia), Joseph (Deborah),
Bruce (Elise), Donna and Andrea. Loving sister of Antionette, Theresa, Rose
and the late Jennie. Cherished grandmother of eight grandchildren. Reposing at
C.S. Bartholomew & Son Funeral Home, Inc., 302 So. Bedford Ave., Bellmore.
Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9:30 PM. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 9:45
AM at St. Barnabas R.C. Church, Bellmore. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Doherty, Winifred
DOHERTY-Winifred on February 19, 2005 of Manhasset. Beloved wife of the late
Thomas E. Loving mother of Patricia A. Doherty of Manhasset and Barbara and
Edward Arienti of Laguna Niguel, CA. Devoted sister of Ruth Van Buren of St.
Augustine, FL and James Fallon of San Diego, CA. In repose at the Fairchild
Funeral Chapel, 1570 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, Wednesday 3-5 and 7-9 PM.
Funeral Mass Thursday 10 AM St. Mary's R.C. Church, Manhasset. Interment Holy
Rood Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Enders, Ellen
ENDERS-Ellen on February 19, 2005 of Smithtown. Beloved wife of the late
Charles. Loving mother of Bruce (Sharon) Lennihan. Cherished grandmother of
Michelle (Ben) Monson and Jeannine Lennihan. Ellen lived at Sienna Village and
was a long time and faithful member of St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal
Church where a Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10 AM. Reposing at
Fives Smithtown Funeral Home Inc., 31 Landing Ave. Visiting Tuesday 2-4 and
7-9 PM. Cremation will be private.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Ernst, Margaret J. "Peggy"
ERNST-Margaret J. (Peggy) on February 19, 2005 of Manhasset. Resident of
Manhasset for over 50 years. Beloved wife of the late Herbert. Loving mother
of Jay Ernst and Barbara Ernst Prey. Cherished grandmother of Austin, Emily,
Wyatt and William, and devoted friend to the entire community. In repose at
the Fairchild Funeral Chapel, 1570 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, Wednesday 3-5
and 7-9 PM. Funeral service Friday 10 AM Oyster Bay Presbyterian Church, 60
East Main Street, Oyster Bay.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Gelley, Donald M.
GELLEY-Donald M. of Boynton Beach, Florida and Long Island suddenly on
February 19, 2005. Survived by Margaret, his wife and best friend of 58 years;
his three children, Susan, Mark (Lynn), and David; and his three
grandchildren, Brian, Steven and Scott. Arrangements entrusted to Sinai
Memorial Chapels, 15200 Jog Road, Delray Beach, FL 33436.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Gonsalves, Frank G.
GONSALVES-Frank G. of Middle Village on January 21, 2005 at the age of 91.
Beloved son of the late John J. and Lulu. Loving brother of the late Rita
Pensa. Dearest uncle to many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass will be
celebrated on Wednesday, February 23, 2005 at St. Margaret's R.C. Church at
10:30 am. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Greene, Hyde C.
GREENE-Hyde C. passed away February 19, 2005. Devoted and loving husband to
Sherry and father of Martina (Bruce) Moreno and Candice Greene. Loving Poppa
to Sam, Narrie and Tiffany. He was also a dedicated uncle and friend. He will
be remembered for co-founding the Greene Uniform Company as well as his love
for life; dedication to all tasks he undertook, as well as his generosity to
charity. His smile will be missed in our hearts forever.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Harding, Margaret Ann
HARDING-Margaret Ann of Franklin Square on February 19, 2005. Beloved wife of
William J. Loving mother of Stacie, Nora and William J. Jr. Cherished
grandmother of Matthew, Joseph and Kaitlyn. Dear sister of Florence, Jackie,
Mary and John. Friends may call Monday and Tuesday 2-5 and 79:30pm at the
Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, 29 Atlantic Avenue, Floral Park (at RR Plaza).
Mass of Christian burial, Wednesday, 10:30am at St. Catherine of Sienna RC
Church.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Kennedy, Beatrice J. Suddenly (Schneider)
KENNEDY-Beatrice J. (nee Schneider) suddenly on February 20, 2005 of Smithtown
in her 82 year. Loving wife of the late William A. Kennedy. Devoted mother of
William A. Jr., Lynne M., and Craig M. Beloved grandmother of James P. and
Michelle P. Reposing Fives Smithtown Funeral Home, 31 Landing Ave., Smithtown
Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass Wednesday 10:30 AM St. Joseph's Church,
Kings Park. Interment St. Philip Neri Cemetery, East Northport.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Kowalewski, Chester
KOWALEWSKI-Chester, in his 92nd year, on February 19, 2005. 65-year resident
of North Bellmore, 45-year retired employee of A&P Warehouse, and longtime
member of American Legion. WW II veteran of the U.S. Army. Devoted and loving
husband of Alice (nee Lomot) for over 70 years. Beloved uncle of Leonard and
Roseida Gorycki and Helen Repstead. Brother-in-law of Regina Michalski, and
Edward & Jennie Lomot. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
Reposing after 2 PM, today, Charles J. O'Shea Funeral Home, 2515 N. Jerusalem
Rd. (Exit 25N, S.S. Pkwy.), East Meadow. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 10:45 AM,
St. Raphael R.C. Church, East Meadow. Entombment, Holy Rood Cemetery,
Westbury, L.I. Family will receive friends Monday and Tuesday, 2-5 and 7-10
PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Lagana, Joseph J. (Memoriam)
JOSEPH J. LAGANA
2/21/35 - 5/16/03
Happy 70th Birthday in Heaven.
With love.
Your Bride.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

LaRocco, Matilda (Guadagni)
LaROCCO-Matilda (nee Guadagni) on February 20, 2005. Beloved wife of the late
Edward. Loving mother of Marilyn, Edward, daughter-in-law Donna and the late
Joseph. Cherished grandmother of Lauren and Joseph. Reposing at the Frederick
Funeral Home of Flushing, Northern Blvd. at 193rd Street. Visiting hours
Wednesday 2-5 and 7-10 PM. Funeral Mass Thursday 9:45 AM St. Kevin's R.C.
Church. Interment Mt. St. Mary's Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Mahler, Edward C.
MAHLER-Edward C., of Freeport, on February 19, 2005. Veteran of WWII, Pacific
Campaign. Former member of the Elmont Fire Dept. Beloved husband of Dorothy.
Loving father of Linda Spadavecchia, Lorraine Mahler, Denise Leigh and their
spouses. Dear grandfather of Michele Spadavecchia, Summer and Bill Leigh.
Family will receive friends at Hungerford and Clark Inc. Funeral Home, 110
Pine St. (Co. So. Ocean Ave) Freeport. Funeral Service, Wednesday, 10AM.
Interment, Holy Rood Cemetery. Visiting, Mon. and Tues. 2-4 and 7-9pm.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Marvullo, Janice (Memoriam)
JANICE MARVULLO
To Mom: How life has changed over the past two years since you have been gone.
I would give anything to have you back even for a short time. I miss your
smile, your love, and your laughter.
You will be forever in my heart. I Love You! Laura
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

May, Margaret
MAY-Margaret on February 20, 2005, formerly of Flushing, Queens. Beloved wife
of the late Lorenz. Loving mother of Lawrence (Marilyn) and William (Gloria).
Devoted sister of Helen. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer (Christopher), Brad
(Daniella) and the late Keith. Great grandmother of Kyle, Lindsey, Courtney,
Maximillian and Luke. Family will receive friends Monday and Tuesday 2-5 and
7-9:30 PM at the McCourt & Trudden Funeral Home, 385 Main St., Farmingdale.
Funeral Mass Wednesday 11 AM St. Kilian's R.C. Church, Farmingdale. Interment
Mount St. Mary's Cemetery, Flushing.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Meara, Rosaleen Bridget
MEARA-Rosaleen Bridget of Medford on February 19, 2005. Beloved wife of the
late George F. Jr. Devoted mother of George, Dennis, Gerald P. and James P.
Dearest sister of William Holland, Dennis Holland, Mary Michel, Sheila Conlon,
Frances White and the late Patricia Quigley. Cherished grandmother of four.
Reposing at the Michael J. Grant Funeral Homes Inc., 3640 Route 112, Coram, NY
11727 (LIE exit 64, north 2« mi on left). Mass of Christian Burial will be
celebrated Tuesday 9:45 AM at St. Sylvester R.C. Church, Medford. Interment to
follow at Calverton National Cemetery. Family will receive friends to
celebrate Rosaleen's life Monday 2-4 and 7-9:30 PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Pergola, Angelina "Ginger" (Esposito)
PERGOLA-Angelina "Ginger" (nee Esposito), age 86, of Port Washington, on
February 19, 2005. Devoted wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Anthony
(Virginia) and Marilyn Simon (Kenneth). Adored grandmother of Doreen Cooper
(Ray), Darlene, Russell, Douglas and Danielle. Great grandmother of Matthew
and Grace. Dear sister of Ralph and Edith. Reposing at Austin F. Knowles, Inc.
Funeral Home, 128 Main Street, Port Washington, Monday 2-4 and 7-9pm. Mass of
Christian Burial, Tuesday 10:30am, Our Lady of Fatima. Entombment Nassau
Knolls Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Raia Sr., Vincent A.
RAIA-Vincent A. Sr. of East Northport, LI, on February 19, 2005. Beloved
husband of Millie and loving father of John Raia, Susan O'Shea, Michael Raia
and Vincent Raia, Jr. Father-in-law of Donna, Michael and Katherine. Cherished
grandfather of 12 grandchildren. Dear brother of Gino Raia. Pre-deceased by
his two sisters Norma and Dee. Visiting Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at
Brueggemann Funeral Home, 522 Larkfield Road, East Northport. Funeral Mass
Wednesday 9:45 AM at St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, East Northport.
Entombment Pinelawn Memorial Park. Memorials to Hospice Inn, 70 Pinelawn Road,
Melville, NY 11747 or DAV of Northport would be appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Regan, Patricia Anne (Plunkett)
REGAN-Patricia Anne (nee Plunkett), from Massapequa Park, on February 19,
2005, in her 71st year. Formerly from Brooklyn and Bellmore. Beloved wife of
the late John Joseph Regan. She is predeceased by her daughter, Susan. Devoted
mother of Michael (Janice) of Herndon, Va., Laura of Winchester, Va., and
Timothy; 3 cherished grandchildren: Sean (Stacy), Kelly and Colleen Regan, all
of Virginia; 3 brothers: Raymond, Edmund, and Michael Plunkett; and several
loved and admired brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Mom served
for many years as President of the Massapequa Seniors and was a member of
Starting Over where she met many compassionate and loving friends in addition
to many cherished lifelong friends that shared her life and our father's. We
were enriched by their friendship with our parents. She left us with these
words... "Always remember that you were loved." The family wishes to
acknowledge the kindness and support of Good Shepherd Hospice. Reposing at the
James Funeral Home, 540 Broadway, Massapequa, NY 11758, Monday night from
7-9:30 PM, Tuesday, 2-4:30 and 7-9:30 PM. Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes R.C.
Church, Wednesday, 9:45 AM. Interment, L.I. National Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, memorials to Massapequa Senior Center, c/o McKenna Elementary, 210
Spruce St., Massapequa Park, NY 11762, or St. Jude Children's Research
Hospital, Memphis, Tenn. would be most appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Scott, Ronisha Starr (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF
RONISHA STARR SCOTT
After 5 years in Heaven, you are
missed as much as you are loved
by Grandma Doll and Family
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Tekverk, Stephen A.
TEKVERK-Stephen A. on February 19, 2005. Survived by his wife Joy. Loving
father of 14: Susan Bell (Roy), Marianne, Alana, Stephen, Donna Zbytniewski
(John), Christine, Kimberly, Kelly Gottlieb (Robert), Ann Marie, William,
Peter, Andrew, Matthew and Margaret. Dear brother of John, Mary Beth Kobel,
Paul, Helen Long, Lillian Rudelmeier (his twin), Joseph, Christopher and the
late William. Cherished grandfather of Stephen, Tyler Ann, Joanna, Dominique,
Jessica, Diana and newly born Madeline (2/20). Thirty-eight year member of
IBEW local 25 and retired foreman for DiFazio Electric. He will be missed by
all. Reposing Monday and Tuesday from 2-5 and 7-9 PM at Clayton Funeral Home,
25 Meadow Rd. (corner of Indian Head Road), Kings Park. Funeral Mass to be
celebrated on Wednesday 9:30 AM at St Joseph's R.C. Church, Kings Park.
Interment to follow at St. Patrick's Cemetery, Hauppauge.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Thompson Jr., Eugene Joseph (Gene)
THOMPSON-Eugene Joseph Jr. (Gene) of North Bay Shore on February 18, 2005.
Beloved husband of Rita. Devoted father of Margaret Anna Ciano, Thomas Eugene,
Michael Joseph and Stephanie Nicole Thompson. Cherished grandfather of
Jennifer, Andrea, Chelsea and Jake. Loving brother of Richard Thompson and
Alice Bodeker. Dearest foster father of Russell, Hope, Michael and Kathleen.
Member of the Joseph Loeffler American Legion Post 1006. Reposing at the
Michael J. Grant Funeral Homes Inc., 571 Suffolk Ave., Brentwood. Funeral Mass
Wednesday 9:45 AM at St. Anne's Church. Interment Calverton National Cemetery.
Family will receive friends Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9:30 PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.

Weyant, Mabel (Yates)
WEYANT-Mabel (nee Yates) of Hauppague, NY on February 20, 2005 in her 97th
year. Beloved wife of the late Carlton. Beloved mother of George Weyant,
Marsha and Ernie Olsen, and Linda and Bob Munro. Adored Nanny of 11, great
grandmother of 25 and great-great grandmother of one. Reposing Moloney's
Hauppauge Funeral Home, 840 Wheeler Rd (Rte 111) Hauppauge, where a religious
service will be held at 8 PM Tuesday. Funeral 10 AM Wednesday. Interment
Greenfield Cemetery, Hempstead, NY. Visiting Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday on 2/21/2005.