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Badagliacca, Ralph
BADAGLIACCA-Ralph of Mattituck, formerly of New Hyde Park on March 2, 2005.
Beloved husband of the late Ann. Devoted father of Raphael, Patricia Zick,
Mark and Susan. Dearest brother of Mary Sepe and Nancy Sancetta. Also survived
by nine grandchildren. Reposing at the William F. Coster Funeral Home Main
Rd., Rt. 25, Cutchogue, Saturday and Sunday from 2PM to 4PM and 7PM to 9PM.
Funeral Mass 10AM Monday at Our Lady of Ostrabrama Church, Cutchogue.
Interment Calverton National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Brennan, Catherine M.
BRENNAN-Catherine M., on March 2, 2005. Beloved sister of Margaret Brennan,
Therese Collins and James Brennan. Loving aunt of Joan Volpe, Kevin Collins,
John Collins, Eileen Tonelli, Patricia Diesso, James Brennan, and Gerard
Brennan. Also survived by many cherished grand-nieces and nephews. Reposing at
the Leo F. Kearns Funeral Home, 61-40 Woodhaven Blvd., Rego Park on Saturday
and Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass, Monday 9:30 a.m., Our Lady of Mercy
Church, Forest Hills. Interment, Holy Cross Cemetery. Donations may be made to
Margaret Tietz Center For Nursing Care, 164-11 Chapin Parkway, Jamaica, NY
11432.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Carlson, Lorentz G.
CARLSON-Lorentz G. on February 17, 2005 in Virginia Beach, VA, formerly of
Huntington Station. Retired carpentry teacher at Suffolk BOCES. Member of
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in NY and St. Michael Lutheran Church in VA. US Air
Force Veteran of WWII, having flown 65 combat missions. Beloved husband of
Shirley. Loving father of Kenneth of Melville, NY, Kurt of Orlando, FL, John
of Virginia Beach, VA and Jeffrey of Huntington Station, NY. Cherished
grandfather of six. Interred at Colonial Grove Memorial Park in Virginia
Beach. Donations may be made to St. Michael Lutheran Church, 2208 Princess
Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Clarke, Mary Ann (Mae)
CLARKE-Mary Ann (Mae), of Floral Park, on March 2, 2005. Devoted wife of the
late John. Loving mother of John, Irene and the late Edmund. Cherished
grandmother of eight. Friends may call Saturday 8-10AM at the Thomas F. Dalton
Funeral Homes, 29 Atlantic Ave (at RR Plaza). Mass of Christian Burial,
Saturday,10:30AM at Our Lady of Victory RC Church. Interment, Holy Rood
Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Curcio, Marie
CURCIO-Marie, on March 3, 2005 of Valley Stream. Beloved wife of the late
Anthony. Devoted mother of Marie Barry and her husband Sal and Carole Miller
and her husband Stephen. Loving grandmother of Anthony Miller, Stephen Miller,
Diane Ferrara and Gregory Miller. Cherished great-grandmother of Christina,
Justin, Alexandra and Taylor. Dear sister of Ann Canino, Jean Jachim, Carmine
Pomparelli and Vincent Pomparelli. Reposing at The Moore Funeral Home, 54 West
Jamaica Avenue, Valley Stream. Family will receive friends Saturday and
Sunday, from 2-4PM and 7-9PM. Funeral Mass, Monday, March 7, 2005, at 9:45 AM
at Saint Joseph's R.C. Church, Hewlett, NY. Interment to follow at Nassau
Knolls Cemetery, Port Washington, NY.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Farinas, Ela (Memoriam)
ELA FARINAS
A year ago you left us,
but are still in our hearts forever.
Now your aunt is with you.
Your parents, son, sisters, nieces
and nephews don't forget you.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Fuoto, Mario
FUOTO-Mario, of South Carolina, suddenly, on February 18, 2005. Formerly of
Levittown, NY. Beloved husband of Evelyn of 61 years who passed away 6 months
ago. Survived by three sons, Richard, William and Ronald and their families.
Prayer Service and Cremation was private.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Germenis, Jerry
GERMENIS-Jerry, of Massapequa, on March 1, 2005 in his 90th year. Beloved
husband of Georgia. Loving father of Rhoda. Cherished father in spirit of
Bridget. Devoted brother of Spiro. Loved and will be missed by Emma, Anna,
Mikey, Lee and Greg. Reposing at William E. Law Funeral Home, 1 Jerusalem
Ave., Massapequa. Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday, at Maria Regina RC
Church, Seaford at 9:45 am. Family will receive friends Friday 2-5 and 7-9:30
pm. Interment, Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Published in Newsday from 3/3/2005 - 3/4/2005.

Grasmann, Mary E. (Memoriam)
MARY E. GRASMANN
1/7/1953 - 3/3/2000
5th Anniversary in Heaven.
You are my special Angel above
and forever in my heart.
Forget You Never,Love You Forever
Your sister Carmen
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Healy, Krescentia
HEALY-Krescentia of E. Meadow, formerly of Mineola. Wife of the late Patrick
Edward. Beloved Mother of the late Patrick John and his wife Carole.
Grandmother to Patrick & Karen, Lisa & Jim, and Kevin, and Kim.
Greatgrandmother of James, Tara, and Patrick. A Mass of Christian Burial will
be celebrated on March 5, 2005 at 2pm, at St. Francis de Sales Church. Funeral
arrangements by E. B. Gormley Funeral Home, 87 Main St., Phoenicia, NY. 12464.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Hood, Mildred Rosen
HOOD-Mildred Rosen of North Babylon, suddenly on February 26, 2005. Survived
by her loving husband William of 60 years. Cherished mother of 3 children;
Janet and her husband Michael, Carole and Julie Robin. Loving grandmother of
4, great-grandmother of 6. Cremation was private.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Hooper, Doris J. (Memoriam)
DORIS J. HOOPER
Loving Wife, Mother,
Grandma and Great-Grandma
March 4, 2005
Happy 80th Birthday
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Hussa, Stephanie
HUSSA-Stephanie, in her 82nd year on Wednesday, March 2, 2005 in Dover, NJ.
She was born in Plymouth Township, PA, and grew up in West Nanticoke, PA,
moving to Brooklyn, NY many years ago. In 1977 she moved to New Hyde Park,
Long Island and in May 2003 she moved to Denville, NJ to live near her son.
She had graduated from Kings County Hospital School of Nursing in Brooklyn, NY
in 1946. She worked for the hospital as a Reg. Nurse and as a teacher in the
Nursing Program for over 30 years retiring in 1982. While living in New Hyde
Park she was active in the New Hyde Park Civil Patrol, a neighborhood patrol.
Her husband Robert died in November 1988 and her son Robert died on September
11, 2001. She is survived by her sons William and his wife Laura of Denville,
NJ and Stephen of Brooklyn, as well as her daughter-in-law Kathryn Hussa of
New Hyde Park, LI. Five grandchildren also survive, Robert, Thomas, William,
Michael, and Nicole and a great grandson Nicholas Robert Hussa. Friends may
visit Sunday 2-5 pm at the New Hyde Park Funeral Home, 506 Lakeville Road, New
Hyde Park, NY. Mass, Monday, 10 am St. Hedwig's RC Church, Floral Park, NY.
Interment to follow Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton, NY.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Kaltenbronn, Elizabeth Ann (Leirer)
KALTENBRONN-Elizabeth Ann (nee Leirer) of Lake Ozark, Mo. suddenly on February
25, 2005. She leaves her heartbroken husband, Jon and son, Joshua; her mother,
Elaine A. Leirer and devastated sisters; Eileen Bisges of Lake Ozark, Mo.,
Elaine Guerin of Ft. Myers, FL and Emily Chappel of Ronkonkoma, NY. Elizabeth
held a B.A. from Tarkio College, an M.A. and Paralegal degree from C.W. Post.
She was a candidate for the Suffolk County Legislature.
Published in Newsday from 2/26/2005 - 3/5/2005.

Katzer, Theodore Richard
KATZER-Theodore Richard on February 23, 2005 of Spring Hill, FL, formerly of
Farmingdale and Valley Stream at age 69, after a long and courageous battle
with cancer. Devoted husband of Joanne Katzer of Spring Hill, FL. Beloved
father of Doreen Harness (Tim), Kerry Eslinger (Chris) of Valley Stream and
Lisa Gangji (Jeff) of Centereach. Cherished grandfather of Timothy, Alexander,
Katrina, Christopher, as well as a granddaughter on the way. Loving and
lifelong friend of Elizabeth Katzer. Also survived by stepchildren: Stephen
and Sharon and eight stepgrandchildren. Memorial visitation at The Moore
Funeral Home, 54 West Jamaica Avenue, Valley Stream. Family will receive
friends Friday from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Interment, Saint John's Methodist Cemetery,
Elmont, NY.
Published in Newsday from 3/3/2005 - 3/4/2005.

Kraus, Patricia (Fitzmaurice)
KRAUS-Patricia (nee Fitzmaurice), 60, of Greenport, L.I., formerly of Port
Washington, NY on March 3, 2005. Loving wife of 37 years of Thomas Sr. Dear
mother of Thomas Jr., Kathryn O'Hara, Brian, Keith and Terrence. Beloved
sister of Ellen Ferrara, Kathleen (John), Ahearn and Thomas (Linda)
Fitzmaurice. Cherished Nana of Christian and Ryan Kraus and Jack O'Hara.
Predeceased by her loving parents Thomas and Katie Fitzmaurice. Friends may
call at the Horton-Mathie Funeral Home, 735 First St. In Greenport Village,
today from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday 10 A.M. at St.
Agnes R.C. Church, Front Street, Greenport, L.I. In lieu of flowers, memorial
donations to Miracle House of N.Y. City.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Lerman, Rita Marilyn (Weinstein)
LERMAN-Rita Marilyn (nee Weinstein) of Delray Beach, FL on Tuesday, March 1,
after a brief struggle with pancreatic cancer. Beloved mother of Pamela Faith
Lerman and grandmother of Allison. Born October 11, 1928 to the late Syd and
Jules Weinstein and raised next door to Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. A
graduate of Walden High School, New York University School of Business
Education and C. W. Post University, she taught for twenty-five years at PS 24
elementary school in Flushing. A gifted painter, poet and teacher, Rita was
married for 42 years to the late Norman Lerman, for whom she cared through
nine years of illness. She lived in Bayside, Queens and subsequently in Delray
Beach, where she was on the tennis team of Huntington Lakes and volunteered
with Brandeis women, ORT and the local police department. She spent summers at
the adult Jewish Studies program at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs and
in Albany, NY at the home of her daughter Pamela, son-in-law, Rabbi Robert
Gluck, her granddaughter and her favorite dog, Max. Funeral services will be
conducted at Louis Suburban Chapel, 13-01 Broadway, Fairlawn, NJ, on Friday,
March 4 at 10am. A memorial service will be held in Delray Beach at a later
date, to be announced. Donations may be made to Temple Sinai, 509 Broadway,
Saratoga Springs, FL, 12866; Women's American ORT, 6849 Moonlit Drive, Delray
Beach, FL 33446; or Camp Shomria, Suite 1001, NY 10001.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Long, Gloria E.
LONG-Gloria E., age 72, of Spring Hill, FL, passed away Thursday, February 24,
2005 at home. She was born in Port Jefferson, LI, NY and came here 19 years
ago from Selden, LI, NY. She was a Jehovah Witness and was employed as a
dietary assistant with Oak Hallow in Middle Island, LI, NY. She enjoyed
gardening and caring for her home and her family. Predeceased by husband, Bill
and three daughters, Margaret, Mary, Patricia. Survivors include her two
daughters, Susan and her husband, Don Stenico of Spring Hill, FL, Joyce and
her husband, Dom Recchio of Port St. Lucie, FL, two brothers, Carlton and his
wife, Doris Cuffey of Montreal, Canada, Lawrence and his wife Millie Cuffey of
Coram LI, NY, three grandsons, Matthew and Dominic Recchio of Port St. Lucie,
FL, Marcello Stenico and granddaughter, Krystelle Stenico, both of Spring
Hill, FL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer's
Association, West Central Florida Chapter, P.O. Box 2070, New Port Richey, FL,
34656.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Martuscello, Joseph Francis
MARTUSCELLO-Joseph Francis, of Calverton, NY on March 2, 2005. Beloved husband
of Rose (nee Chinigo). Devoted father of seven, Frank Martuscello (Laura),
Joseph Martuscello, Jr., Eydie Juliano (John), Arthur (Carmine) Martuscello
(Marietta), Robert Martuscello (Lynda), Angela Martuscello, Gino Martuscello
(Allison O'Kula). Eighteen grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren. Brother to
Margaret (George),(both deceased) and their children, Georgette (Walter),
Arthur and Steven (Carol). Also sister-in-law Helen Mela. Born and raised in
Brooklyn, NY. He was a NYC Police Officer for 7 years before transferring over
to the Dept. of Corrections, from which he retired. He was the coach of
numerous championship softball teams. The founder and commissioner of the
Island Softball League and later named to the Long Island Metro Softball Hall
of Fame. He was a woodworking craftsman, making hand painted and handcrafted
figurines, which he gave away to the people he loved. He was a natural artist
excelling in oil, charcoal, water paints and then calligraphy without formal
training. He loved to cook, loved family and loved life. But with all his
abilities he was most famous for his sense of humor and will be deeply missed
by all who know him. Visitation Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 pm at R. H.
Tuthill Funeral Home, 406 East Main St., Riverhead, NY. Funeral Mass Monday at
9:30 am St. John The Evangelist RC Chuch. Interment to follow in St. Johns
Cemetery, Riverhead, NY.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Nahman, Rita Joan
NAHMAN-Rita Joan, of Levittown, on March 1, 2005 (member of the Red Hats).
Beloved wife of Samuel J. Loving mother of Andrea T. Penczak. Dear
mother-in-law of Gregory. Devoted sister of Catherine Brown of Perth,
Australia. Cherished grandmother of Gregory Jr., and Samantha Joan. Friends
may call Saturday and Sunday, 2-5 and 7-9 PM, at the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral
Homes, Levittown Chapel, 2786 Hempstead Tpke. (2 blocks east of Wantagh
Pkwy.). Mass, Monday, 10 AM at St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church.
Interment, Calverton National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Pearsall, Woody (Memoriam)
WOODY PEARSALL
First Anniversary in Heaven
Words cannot describe how much
we wish you were still with us
and not a day goes by that we
do not think of you and miss you
with all our hearts.
Your Loving Children and
Grandchildren
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Riedel, Suzanne (Memoriam)
SUZANNE RIEDEL
JUNE 5, 1949 - MARCH 4, 2003
On your 2nd Anniversary in Heaven
your family keeps you in our hearts
each day. As we move ahead in our
lives, you are still with us.
Our accomplishments are always
celebrated with you in mind.
Your presence is always felt
and helps us move ahead.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Rumble, Gloria M.
RUMBLE-Gloria M., on March 2, 2005, of Bellerose, N.Y. Loving mother of David
Porter and the late Michael Johnson. Cherished grandmother of Chloe. Visiting
Saturday 2PM -4PM and 7PM9PM, at the R. Stutzmann and Son Funeral Home, 224-39
Jamaica Ave., Queens Village, N.Y. Religious Service at the funeral home
Saturday, 8:00 PM. Funeral, Sunday 12:15 PM. Interment, Kensico Cemetery,
Valhalla, N.Y. Donations to the New Jerusalem Baptist Church, 122-05 Smith
Street, Jamaica, N.Y. 11434 in memory of Gloria, would be appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Simpson, Donald W.
SIMPSON-Donald W. of North Babylon, L.I. on March 2, 2005. Beloved husband of
Patricia (nee Stransky). Beloved father of Kenneth, Donald Jr., and Brian;
father-in-law of Anne and Julie. Adored grandfather of Zachary, Julia and
Christian. Friends may call at the Claude R. Boyd-Caratozzolo Funeral Home,
1785 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, L.I. on Saturday and Sunday, 2-5 and
79:30PM. Funeral Service, Monday 10AM, Church of the Ascension, Deer Park.
Interment, Calverton National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Stephan, Frank J.
STEPHAN-Frank J., of Baldwin, on March 3, 2005. Beloved husband of the late
Elizabeth. Devoted father of Barbara Brown (David and Francis (Susan). Loving
grandfather of Elizabeth Brown and Madeleine and Elizabeth Stephan. Reposing
at the Fullerton Funeral Home, 769 Merrick Road, Baldwin. Mass of Christian
Burial at St. Christopher's Church Saturday 9:45 am. Interment at Holy Rood
Cemetery, Westbury. Visiting Friday 2-4 and 7-9 pm.
Published in Newsday on 3/4/2005.

Villella, Dominick
VILLELLA-Dominick, of Merrick, on March 3, 2005. Ret. NYPD. Loving husband of
Kathryn. Devoted God-father of Michael Wasiluk and Linda Cannone. Dear brother
of Evelyn Cianciulli and Peter Villella. Also survived by his many loving
nieces and nephews. Visiting Saturday 7-9 pm and Sunday 2-5 and 7-9 pm at the
N. F. Walker Funeral Home, 2039 Merrick Avenue, Merrick. Funeral Mass, Monday
9:45 am at Sacred Heart RC Church. Interment, Long Island National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday from 3/4/2005 - 3/5/2005.