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Basile, Matthew
BASILE-Matthew of W. Hempstead, L.I. on May 31, 2005. Beloved husband of
Helen. Devoted father of Marc and David. Fond brother of Jack, Barbara Deeks,
Ruth Gomes and the late Gerald, Marion and Gloria. Cherished grandfather of
Jamie and Jenna. Reposing, Barnes-Sorrentino Funeral Home, 539 Hempstead Ave.,
W. Hempstead, L.I. (1 mi. No. exit 17N, So. State Pkwy.). Mass of Christian
Burial, St. Thomas the Apostle RC Church, W. Hempstead on Friday, June 3, 2005
at 10am. Interment at L.I. National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to:
Lustgarten Foundation, 1111 Stewart Ave., Bethpage, NY 11714. Visitation,
Wednesday 7-9:30pm and Thursday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30pm.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Bernhardt, Jules
BERNHARDT-Jules on May 30, 2005 of Merrick, NY. Beloved husband of Arlene and
father of Peter and his wife Linda. Graduate Erasmus High School, Brooklyn.
WWII Veteran, Army Captain, Signal Corps. Proprietor Popkins Department Store,
Brooklyn. Ammature mineralogist / crystallographer, member Nassau Mineral
Club. Cremation Service and gathering private.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Brockmann, George A.
BROCKMANN-George A., 70, of West Sayville, L.I. Beloved husband of Ingrid.
Loving father of Barbara (Robert) Arnold, Catherine (Karl) Gerhard, Ingrid
Mary (Robert) Johnson and Alice (Dean) Painter. Cherished grandfather of
Robert, Stephen and William Arnold, Katelyn Gerhard, Christine and Lydia
Johnson, and Gina, Sarah and Caroline Painter. Dear brother of Raymond.
Reposing 7-9:30 P.M. Saturday and 2-4:30 and 7-9:30 P.M. Sunday at Raynor &
D'Andrea Funeral Home, 245 Montauk Hwy., West Sayville, L.I. Funeral Mass 10
A.M. Monday at St. Lawrence RC Church, Sayville. Interment Union Cemetery,
Sayville. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the West Sayville Christian
School, 31 Rollstone Avenue, West Sayville, NY 11796, are appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Buck, Annie (Pickering)
BUCK-Annie (nee Pickering), 99, of Roslyn on May 29, 2005. Survived by
daughters Anne C. Gallagher and Eleanor J. Millwater, six grandchildren,
eleven great grandchildren and one great great grandchild; also by many nieces
and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Contributions to
Trinity Church, Northern Blvd., Roslyn, N.Y. "Book of Remembrance" or a
charity of your choice. Arrangements made by the Roslyn Heights Funeral Home.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Calendrillo, Louis J.
CALENDRILLO-Louis J., of Massapequa, L.I., on June 1, 2005, at the age of 101
years. Loving husband of the late Agnes Calendrillo. Beloved father of John L.
Calendrille, Lucille A. Chadwick and the late Anthony J. Calendrillo. Proud
grandfather of Robert, Diane, Karen, William, Maryann, Donna, John, James and
Thomas. Adored great grandfather of Robert, Robert, Anthony, Christine,
Kristina, Eric, Lisa, Donald, William, Alexandra, Veto, Sara, Jennifer,
Nicole, Grant and Courtney. Dear brother of Helen Bridda. Family will receive
friends Thursday and Friday 2-4:30 and 79:30PM, at Powell Funeral Home Inc.,
67 Broadway (Rte. 110), Amityville. Funeral Mass, Saturday 10:30AM, St. Martin
of Tours R.C. Church, Amityville. Interment, St. Charles Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Cascio, Joseph S.
CASCIO-Joseph S. of Bethpage formerly of Plainview on June 1, 2005. Beloved
husband of Jennie. Loving father and father-in-law of Marie and John L'Abbate,
and Joseph and Dianne and predeceased by his daughter Regina. Fond brother of
Rosetta LaMonica and Frances Von Voight. Cherished grandfather of Nicole,
Melissa, Jennifer, Joseph, Michael and Laura. The family will receive
relatives and friends from 7-9:30 Thursday and 2-5 and 7-9:30 PM Friday at the
Arthur F. White Funeral Home, 234 Broadway, Bethpage. Funeral Mass Saturday
9:45 at St. Martin of Tours R.C. Church Bethpage. Interment will follow at
Holy Rood Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Compitello, Nicholas (Memoriam)
NICHOLAS COMPITELLO
2/6/59 - 6/2/00
God saw you were getting tired
and a cure was not to be, so He put
His arms around you and whispered
"Come to Me". With tearful eyes
we watched you and saw you pass
away. Although we loved you
dearly, we could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
hard working hands at rest,
God broke our hearts to prove to
us He only takes the best.
Love and Miss You Too Much,
Mommy, Julie, Stef, and John.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Costello, John Michael
COSTELLO-John Michael, passed on Sunday, May 29, 2005 at the age of 45. He
leaves behind his beloved mother Eileen, his four sisters Mary, Patty, Kathy
and Maureen and his brother Tim. He will be forever missed and remembered by
all his nieces, nephews and extended family. His quick-witted humor will echo
in our hearts ever after. Gone Fishin'... There will be a memorial Mass held
in John's honor on Saturday, June 4th at 10AM in Our Lady of Grace Church,
West Babylon. If you would like to remember John and other spinal cord
injured, please donate to the Reeve-Irvine Research Center at
www.Reeve.uci.edu/index.html.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Dawson, Patricia A. (Madden)
DAWSON-Patricia A. (nee Madden) of Middle Island, formerly of Elmont, on May
31, 2005, 66yrs. Beloved wife of the late William. Dearest mother of William
(Jeanne), Brian, Brandan and Ian. Loving grandmother of Liam, Kelsey, Dillon,
Delaney, Nolan, and Savannah Lloyd. Devoted sister of the late Michael
(Juliette) Madden, Aileen (James) Rosica, and Geri (John) Vicari. Treasured
sister in law, aunt, cousin and friend. Patricia retired from Entenmanns
Bakery where she served as a union delegate. She also volunteered her time for
many community activities. Family and friends are invited to join in a
celebration of Patricia's life at the Casimir Funeral Home, 523 Rt.112, Port
Jefferson Station. Visiting Thursday and Friday, 2-5 and 7-10PM. Mass of
Christian Burial, Saturday 9:30AM, St. Frances Cabrini R.C. Church. Interment
Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Debler, Alfred
DEBLER-Alfred, age 76, of Center Moriches died on May 31, 2005. Survived by
his loving wife Josephine; dear children, Alfred Paul, Lance and Krista
Debler-Seidel and four cherished grandchildren. Alfred taught school in both
the Center Moriches and East Moriches school districts. Visiting, Thursday and
Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 at Sinnicksons Moriches Funeral Home, 203 Montauk
Highway (County Road 80), Center Moriches. Mass of Christian Burial, 9:30 am
Saturday, June 4, 2005 at St. Johns RC Church in Center Moriches. Interment,
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Donohue, Marian
DONOHUE-Marian of Levittown on May 31, 2005. Beloved wife of the late John.
Loving mother of Barbara Greene (James). Cherished grandmother of Kevin
(MaryAnne), Timothy (Laura), Susan (Steve), Kathleen (Dean) and Patricia
(Christopher). Treasured greatgrandmother of 10. Also survived by several dear
cousins. Friends may call, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9PM at the Thomas F. Dalton
Funeral Home, Hicksville Chapel, 47 Jerusalem Ave. (2 Blocks south LIRR,
corner of West Marie St.). Mass Friday 10AM at Holy Family RC Church.
Interment, Calverton National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Duffy, Jean Marie "Gina"
DUFFY-Jean Marie "Gina" of Hempstead died May 28 as a result of injuries
sustained in an apartment house fire. She was 52. Born January 29, 1953, in
Far Rockaway, NY, Ms. Duffy was a daughter of Frank G. and Tina C. Duffy of
Woodmere, NY. She is survived by her parents as well as brothers, Peter F.
Duffy, of Manhasset, NY and Christopher J. Duffy of Oceanside, CA, and a
sister Priscilla A. Raymond, of Stamford, CT. She is also survived by three
nieces and a nephew. A memorial mass will be celebrated at 10AM Saturday, June
4, at St. Joachim R.C. Church, Central Avenue, Cedarhurst. Lawrence Funeral
Chapel, Lawrence, NY, is handling arrangements.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Ficke, George J.
FICKE-George J. of Island Park, NY, on May 30, 2005 in his 66th year. Beloved
husband of Susan. Loving father of Jeffrey (Marissa), Christopher (Trina),
Robert (Susan), Richard and Jodi. Devoted brother of 3 sisters and 3 brothers.
Cherished grandfather of 8. Loving father figure to Carol, Emil, Louie, Kim
and Tony. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. George was the proprietor
of Marina West in Oceanside, NY. The family will receive friends for a
Memorial Service Thursday 2-4 and 7-9PM at the Christopher T. Jordan Funeral
Home, 302 Long Beach Rd., Island Park, NY. In lieu of flowers donations to a
charity of your choice in George's memory would be appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Franck, Sr. Ange
FRANCK-Sr. Ange, D.W., peacefully, on May 31, 2005. Born in Frenchville,
Maine, Sister Ange became a Daughter of Wisdom on February 2, 1932. Beloved
sister of the late Lucien Franck, the late Reverend Marc Franck, Sister Marie
Franck, D.W., Julie Sturgeon, Pauline Gow, Sister Alice Franck, D.W., Philip
Franck, and the late Alfred Franck. Friends may call at the Casimir Funeral
Home, 523 Rt. 112, Port Jefferson Station. Visiting Thursday 3-5 and 7-8 PM.
Mass of Christian Burial, Friday 10:00 AM, St. Louis de Montfort R.C. Church.
Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Gale, Theresa McClain
GALE-Theresa McClain (January 18, 1920 - June 1, 2005), known as the "Mayor of
Pennsylvania Avenue" where she resided for nearly 80 years, was born in
Asheville, North Carolina. Her Aunt Mary (Mamie) McClain raised Terry in her
Mineola home with her foster brother Marvin Mitchell, who along with his
family resides in Boston. Louis Gale, her beloved husband of 15 years, passed
away in 1986. The only African-American at Mineola High School, she graduated
at the top of her class and went on to become a lifelong social activist
promoting equity and justice for all. Terry chaired the NAACP Juniors Group,
Co-founded the Committee for Youth of Nassau County, was a member of The
Americans for Democratic Action, and a 50-year member of the Democratic
Committee. In recognition of her work and commitment she was name to the 1997
Town of North Hempstead Women's Honor Roll, and most recently named the 2005
North Hempstead Democratic Committee Person of the Year. Terry leaves behind
many dear friends, who in life became her extended family. Among them are Mary
Dwyer of Garden City and her family, her wonderful neighbors on Pennsylvania
Avenue and especially the Correia family with whom she had a long close family
relationship and who lovingly cared for her these past months in her decline.
She will be missed throughout Mineola by all who knew her for her smile, her
spirit and, most of all, her elegance. Visiting, Friday 2-5 and 7-9pm, Cassidy
Funeral Home, 156 Willis Ave., Mineola. Funeral Mass, 9:45am Saturday, Corpus
Christi Church. Cremation private.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Gerbino, Salvatore J.
GERBINO-Salvatore J. On May 31, 2005. Beloved Husband of the late Marie.
Loving father of Donna Zaporta. Dear brother of Anthony, Leo, Tommassa
DiLorenzo and Josephine Schmitz. Cherished grandfather of Marissa and
Christopher. Friends may call Friday 2-5 and 7-9:30PM at the Thomas F. Dalton
Funeral Home, 125 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park (at City Line). Religious
service Friday evening. Funeral Saturday 10:00AM. Entombment Pinelawn Memorial
Park.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Gibson, John R.
GIBSON-John R., on May 29, 2005, of Great Neck. Beloved husband of the late
Hermie. Devoted father of Mary, Victor, John, Steven, Sharon and the late
Bessie, Greg. Loving son of Ella Mae. Dear brother of Joan Monte. John is also
survived by a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
In repose at the Fairchild Funeral Chapel, 1570 Northern Blvd., Manhasset,
Friday 3-5 and 7-9PM. Funeral Service, Saturday 9:30AM at the Funeral Home.
Interment, All Saints Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Henkel Jr., Robert
HENKEL-Robert Jr., age 25, suddenly on May 30, 2005 of East Rockaway, L.I.
Loving son of Doreen Kelly and the late Robert Henkel, Sr. Fond stepson of
Robert Kelly. Dear brother of Tim, Kevin and Brittany. Also survived by
grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Family will receive friends 2-4 and
7-9pm Thursday and Friday at the Perry Funeral Home, 118 Union Avenue,
Lynbrook, L.I. Funeral Mass, 10:15am Saturday at St. Raymond's RC Church, East
Rockaway, L.I. Cremation private.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Manion, Richard J. (Iggy)
MANION-Richard J. (Iggy) on February 20, 2005, of Deer Park, formerly of the
Bronx. Beloved husband of Patricia McPartland. Cherished father of Brian,
Maureen, Richard and Colleen. Adored grandfather of Richard and Dianna.
Devoted brother of Joan Murphy. Memorial Service to be held Saturday, June 4,
2005 at Ss. Cyril & Methodius RC Church, Deer Park at 9:15am. In lieu of
flowers donations may be made in his name to the Raymond Downey Scholarship
Charity Fund. (Fathers Day Charity Run), P.O. Box 223, Deer Park, NY 11729.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Marsico, Antonio
MARSICO-Antonio, on June 1, 2005 at age of 92. Beloved husband of Lidia for 68
years. Loving father of Andrew and Virginia, Louis and Stacey and Catherine
and Dennis. Cherished grandfather of Andrew, Mary Beth, David and Michael and
great-grandfather of Andrew and Charlotte. Reposing, Thursday 2-4 and 79:30PM
a C.S. Bartholomew & Sons, Inc., 132 Bedford Ave., Bellmore. Funeral Mass,
Friday 9:45Am at St. Barnabas RC Church, Bellmore. Entombment, Holy Rood
Cemetery, Westbury.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Mayer, Gloria J.
MAYER-Gloria J. of Ormond Beach, Florida (formerly of Brentwood, N.Y.)
suddenly on June 1, 2005 in her 67th year. Beloved wife of John. Loving mother
of John III, Steven, Michael and Catherine Mott. Cherished grandmother of
Nicolette, Stephen, Christopher, Gabriella, Cynda, and Christina. Reposing
Moloney's Hauppague Funeral Home, 840 Wheeler Rd. (Rte. 111), Hauppauge, N.Y.,
where a Religious Service will be held 8:00 P.M., Friday. Interment Volusia
Memorial Park, Ormond Beach, FL. Visiting 2-4 and 7-9 P.M.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Morfesi Sr., Frank John (Memoriam)
FRANK JOHN MORFESI, SR.
February 6, 1916 - June 2, 2004
1st Anniversary In Heaven
One year has passed and the pain in our hearts has grown more than you can
ever imagine. Until we meet again (Frank, Dad, Poppy), we love and miss you
very much.
Marge, Frank Jr. and Denise
Mother Rachel (aka) Arlene,
Mother Simonetta (aka) Jean,
Nicolette, Mikayla and Gianna
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Ohlmiller, Dorothy G.
OHLMILLER-Dorothy G., of W. Babylon, NY, formerly of Treasure Island, FL,
peacefully, on May 30, 2005. Wife of the late Charles. Devoted mother of
Charles, Seminole, FL; Joyce, Bay Shore, NY; Susan Lawlor, Islip, NY, and the
late Janet Ohlmiller. Loving mother-in-law of William Lawlor. Beloved
grandmother of Kerri Leipski, Charles Ohlmiller, Erin and Kevin Lawlor. Great
grandmother of Kylie and Taryn Ohlmiller and Meta Leipski. Cherished sister of
Virginia Schroth, Audrey Cramond, Helen Schilling, Gladys Decker, and the late
Donald Marrs. Loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Memorial Service,
Saturday, June 4, 2005, 1:00PM, United Methodist Church, 350 Main St., Islip,
NY.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Orlando, Ronald H.
ORLANDO-Ronald H., of St. James, LI; 32 year employee for Suffolk County
Community College; Proud member of VFW Post #395; suddenly on May 31, 2005.
Cherished husband of Kathy. Loving father of Ronny (Doreen), Donna (Darren)
and Karen. Beloved Poppy of Kasie, Kevin and the late Thomas. Loving son of
Gladys and the late John. Devoted brother of Lynn and David. Friends may call
at the St. James Funeral Home, Rt. 25A, St. James, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9PM.
Funeral Mass, Friday 12 noon at Sts. Philip & James RC Church. Interment,
Calverton National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Smatlak, Edward J. "Biscuit"
SMATLAK-Edward J. "Biscuit", lifetime resident of Bay Shore, L.I. on June 1,
2005. Dedicated employee of Grumman Aerospace for 47 years. Proud former Bay
Shore Braves Baseball Team MVP. Beloved husband of Irene Smatlak for 52 years.
Loving father of John W. Smatlak, Victoria A. Tuttle, Lauretta J. Elder,
Joseph M. Smatlak and Concordia R. van Hoesel. Cherished grandfather of ten
and great grandfather of three. Adored brother of William and Rudolph Smatlak.
Reposing at the Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons West Islip Funeral Home, 1225
Montauk Hwy. (1/4 mile west of the Robert Moses Cswy.). Celebration of the
Liturgy of Christian Burial, St. Patrick's RC Church, Bay Shore, L.I., Monday
10:00am. Interment, St. Patrick's Cemetery, Bay Shore, L.I. Visiting, Saturday
and Sunday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30pm.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Smith, Warren B. (Memoriam)
WARREN B. SMITH
JUNE 2, 2005 - 1ST ANNIVERSARY
I miss you every minute
of every day. We will love you
until the end of time.
Carol Ann and Your Family
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Wanczowski, Violet
WANCZOWSKI-Violet on May 31, 2005 of Great Neck, NY. Beloved wife of the late
Charles J. Wanczowski. Loving mother of Jayne (Louis) Sanchez and Robert C.
(Nancy) Wanczowski. Loving grandmother of Christian and Jacqueline O'Grady. In
repose at the Fairchild Funeral Chapel 1570 Northern Blvd., Manhasset Thursday
7-9 and Friday 3-5 and 7-9PM. Funeral Mass 9:15AM Saturday at St. Aloysius
Church Great Neck. Interment All Saints Cemetery Great Neck. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation,
341 West 38th St., 10th Fl, NY, NY, 10018
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Wernert, Gary T.
WERNERT-Gary T. of Amityville formerly of Seaford on May 31, 2005. Beloved
husband of Donna. Devoted father of Keith and Matthew. Loving son of Matilda.
Dear brother of James Wernert and Linda Mallon. Reposing at Massapequa Funeral
Home Inc. South Chapel, 4980 Merrick Road, Massapequa Park, Thursday 7-9:30pm
and Friday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30pm. Funeral Mass, Saturday 9:15am, St. William the
Abbott RC Church, Seaford. Interment, St. Charles Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.

Young, Bryan
YOUNG-Bryan of East Islip on May 31, 2005. Bryan was born in Plattsburgh, NY
on August 7, 1959. Loving son of Wayne and Ramona Young. Dear brother of
Shelley Lindsay of Temple, NH, Jeff Young of Islip Terrace, NY and Heather
Sweeney of Amherst, NH. Beloved soul mate of Sue Greenli. Bryan lived on Long
Island most of his life and was loved by many friends and relatives. Bryan
lived life to the fullest and enjoyed boating, motorcycling and helping people
in need. Reposing at the Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons West Islip Funeral Home,
1225 Montauk Hwy. (¬ mile west of the Robert Moses Causeway). Funeral service
to be held Friday, 12:30 PM at the funeral home. Cremation to follow. Bryan's
cremated remains will be put to rest in Willsboro, NY at a later date in June.
Visiting Thursday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family would
appreciate donations to be made in memory of Bryan to Habitat For Humanity.
Published in Newsday from 6/1/2005 - 6/2/2005.

Zubelik, Peter (Memoriam)
PETER ZUBELIK
June 2, 1928 - February 15, 2005
Happy Birthday in Heaven Dad.
Not a day goes by without you in our thoughts. You will always remain in our
hearts.
Your loving wife, children and grandchildren.
Published in Newsday on 6/2/2005.