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Adamski, Carole A.
ADAMSKI-Carole A., of Ronkonkoma, NY, on March 17, 2005, in her 69th year.
Beloved mother of Mark, Catherine Adamski, Susan Adamski and Deborah Gonzales.
Cherished grandmother of seven and great grandmother of one. Reposing,
Moloney's Lake Funeral Home, 132 Ronkonkoma Ave., Lake Ronkonkoma, where a
Religious Service will be held on Friday. Funeral Mass, Saturday 8:45AM at St.
Joseph's R.C. Church, Ronkonkoma. Interment following, Ronkonkoma Cemetery,
Ronkonkoma. Visiting, Friday 2-4 and 7-9PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Calabrese, Louise
CALABRESE-Louise, on March 16, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Mario. Cherished
mother of Anthony and mother-in-law of Barbara. Dearest grandmother of
Alexander Mario. Dear sister of Frances Vassallo, Annabelle Greggo, and the
late Joseph Settembre. Beloved aunt of her many nieces and nephews. Reposing
at the Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons Bethpage Funeral Home, 20 Hicksville Road (1
mile north of the Southern State Parkway, Exit 29). Celebration of the Liturgy
of Christian Burial, St. Martin of Tours R.C. Church, Bethpage, Monday 12
Noon. Entombment, St. John's Cemetery, Queens, NY. Visiting, Saturday and
Sunday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30PM
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Carni, Pasquale (Patsy)
CARNI-Pasquale (Patsy) of Farmingdale on March 16, 2005. Beloved husband of
Grace. Devoted father of Ann Giordano, Terry Horan, Elizabeth (Betty) Loy,
Grace (Dolly) Baratta and the late Anthony. Cherished and loving grandfather
of 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Reposing at William E. Law
Funeral Home, 1 Jerusalem Avenue, Massapequa. Mass of Christian Burial, 9:45am
at St. Killian's RC Church, Farmingdale. Interment, Holy Rood Cemetery. Family
will receive friends, Saturday and Sunday 2-5 and 7-9:30pm.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Cefalo, Mario J. (Memoriam)
MARIO J. CEFALO
5/1/21-3/18/04
First Anniversary in Heaven
You are loved and missed.
We think of you every day
YOUR FAMILY
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Collins, Dennis
COLLINS-Dennis, of Carle Place, formerly of Mineola, on March 16, 2005.
(Ex-Captain Mineola Fire Dept - 30 Years of Service.) Beloved husband of
Denise. Devoted father of Heather. Loving son of Genevieve and Herbert
Collins. Dear brother of Janet Lundgren and Peter Collins. Son-in-law of
Lillian Fox, brother-in-law of Robert (Connie) Fox and uncle of Matthew and
Stephen Fox. Visiting, Saturday and Sunday 2 to 5 and 7 to 9PM, Cassidy
Funeral Home, 156 Willis Ave., Mineola. Funeral Mass, 9:45AM Monday, Corpus
Christi Church. Entombment, Holy Rood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials
to Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center Foundation, P.O. Box 246, Levittown,
NY 11756
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Cottone, Magdalen Pauline
COTTONE-Magdalen Pauline, 75, of Islip Terrace, LI, on March 15, 2005. Beloved
mother of Antoinette (Dan) Michaels, George (Cheryl) Walsh and the late
Michael Walsh. Loving mother-inlaw of Irene Walsh, Richard Kister and Michael
Stewart. Cherished grandmother of Dawn (Steve), Lisa (Kevin), Michael
(Lauren), Michelle (John), Anna (Ralph), Christy, and Jimmy, and
great-grandmother of Ashley, Samantha, Brooke, Michael, Samantha, Nicholas and
Anthony. Dear sister of Raymond Wilson. Reposing at Raynor & D'Andrea Funeral
Home, 245 Montauk Hwy., West Sayville, LI, 7-9:30 P.M. Saturday; 2-4:30 P.M.
and 79:30 P.M. Sunday. Funeral Mass, 9:45 A.M. Monday, St. Mary's R.C. Church,
East Islip. Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park, Pinelawn.
Published in Newsday from 3/18/2005 - 3/19/2005.

Denien, Margaret
DENIEN-Margaret, of Hicksville, on March 17, 2005. Beloved wife of Thomas.
Loving mother of Catherine Heubish and Thomas A. Dear mother-in-law of Kenneth
and Geraldine. Cherished grandmother of Robert and Paul. Family and friends
may visit at the Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes, 125 Old Country Rd.,
Hicksville, on Saturday 7-9PM and Sunday 24PM and 7-9PM. Funeral Mass, Monday
9:45AM at St. Ignatius Loyola RC Church, Hicksville. Interment following at
Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Eccles, Ruth E.
ECCLES-Ruth E., 76, of Blue Point, LI, on March 16, 2005. Beloved wife of
John. Loving mother John, Jr., James and Beverly (Robert Simmer) Eccles.
Cherished grandmother of David, Melissa, York, Todd, Drew, Grant.
Great-grandmother of Ashley and Max. Dear sister of Irene Hare and Dorothy
Lyons. Reposing at Bayport-Blue Point Funeral Home 683 Montauk Hwy., Bayport,
LI, 2-4:30 and 79:30PM. Sunday. Religious service 9:30AM Monday at the funeral
home. Interment VA National Cemetery, Calverton, NY.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Esposito Jr., Michael J. (Memoriam)
SGT. MICHAEL J. ESPOSITO JR.
5/20/1981 - 3/18/2004
One year in Heaven
Dear Michael, we didn't know that morning God was going to call your name, in
life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose
you, but you did not go alone for part of us went with you the day God called
you home. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest, God
broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.
We love and miss you so much,
Granny & Aunt Ag
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Esposito Jr., Michael J. (Memoriam)
SGT. MICHAEL J. ESPOSITO JR.
5/20/81 - 3/18/04
First Anniversary In Heaven
Your sacrifice will never be
forgotten. We miss you more
than words can say.
Our Love Forever, Uncle Ed,
Aunt Pat, Briana, Robert,
Thomas and Timothy
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Ferrato Sr., Philip W.
FERRATO-Philip W., Sr., of Uniondale on March 16, 2005. Beloved husband of the
late Evelyn. Loving father of Nora Bily (Joseph), Philip Jr. and Regina
Crisci. Proud grandfather of four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Visitation at Hartnett Funeral Home, 561 Jerusalem Ave., Uniondale Friday only
2-4 and 7-9PM. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 11AM St. Martha's Church,
Uniondale. Interment at Greenfield Cemetery, Hempstead.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Figlozzi, Anne E.
FIGLOZZI-Anne E., of Huntington, formerly of Glen Head, on March 16, 2005, in
her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late Don (Fig). Devoted mother of Connie
Shelford and Donald Figliozzi. Cherished mother-in-law of Thomas Shelford and
Valarie Figliozzi. Loving grandmother of Tom and Don Shelford and Brett and
Lindsey Figliozzi. Dear sister of Rose Sande. Visitation Sunday 2-5 and 7-9PM
at M.A. Connell Funeral Home, 934 New York Ave., Huntington Station. Mass
Monday, 10am, at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church, Centerport.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Freund, Richard
FREUND-Richard, of Malverne, NY, on March 16, 2005. Husband of the late Esta
Freund. Father of Alice, Robert, and Charles, and proud grandfather of Alex,
Elizabeth, Harrison, Amy, Andrew, Clifford, and Evelyn. A graduate of Columbia
Law School and an expert in entertainment and labor law, he worked in labor
relations at ABC for 30 years. He rose to become Vice President of Labor
Relations for Capital Cities/ABC Inc., where he retired in 1987. We will
deeply miss his kindness, humor, and care for others. Services today at 2 PM,
I.J. Morris Inc., 46 Greenwich St., Hempstead, NY (516-486-2500). Interment,
New Montefiore Cemetery, Farmingdale. Reception to be held at the Garden City
Hotel, today, 5 PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Gorlitz, Hermina "Minnie" (Ruf)
GORLITZ-Hermina "Minnie" (nee Ruf), of Hicksville, on March 17, 2005. Devoted
Parishioner of Our Lady of Mercy R.C. Church. Beloved wife of Edward J. Loving
mother of Geraldine Santorufo (Jay), Carole Cisler and Edward J. Jr. (Kathy).
Dear sister of Emil Ruf and Mary McEvoy. Cherished grandmother of Dawn Rogers,
Tara, James and Michael Santorufo, Edward J. III, Christopher and Stephanie
Gorlitz and great grandmother of seven. Family and friends may visit at the
Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes, 655 Old Country Rd., Plainview, on Saturday
and Sunday 2-4 and 7-10PM. Funeral Mass, Monday 10:30AM at Our Lady of Mercy
R.C. Church, Hicksville. Interment following at Calverton National Cemetery,
Calverton, New York.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Grappone, Teresa
GRAPPONE-Teresa, on March 15, 2005. Beloved mother of Gary Grappone and
Claudia Siotti. Cherished grandmother of Christina and Sara Siotti and Faith
Grappone. Sister of Albert Termine. In repose at the Fairchild Funeral Chapel,
1570 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, Friday 3-5PM and 7-9PM. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St.
Jude Place., Memphis, TN 38105.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Henson, Edward P. (Memoriam)
EDWARD P. HENSON
March 17, 1939 - March 15, 2004
In God's hands, in our hearts.
Missing you. Happy Birthday
in Heaven. We love you.
Juanita, Your Children
and Grandchildren
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Kortright, Walter H.
KORTRIGHT-Walter H., on March 17, 2005, of Hauppauge. Beloved husband of
Florence. Loving father of Walter (Gloria). Cherished grandfather of Joseph
(Jennifer) and great-grandfather of Michaela. Reposing, Fives Smithtown
Funeral Home, 31 Landing Ave. Visiting, Friday 2-4 and 7-9PM. Firematic
Services by the Hauppauge Fire Dept. at 8PM. Funeral Service, Saturday 9:30AM
at Funeral Home. Interment to follow at Hauppauge Rural Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Kuenzler, Harry (Cigar)
KUENZLER-Harry (Cigar), formerly of Rocky Point. Beloved father of Carrie
Piotrowski and Walt Kuenzler. Loving father-in-law to John Piotrowski and Hope
Kuenzler. Wonderful grandfather to Christie, Stacy, Brooke, Kris and Morgan.
Dear brother of Jack Kuenzler. Also survived by Charlotte Kuenzler
(sister-in-law) and nephews Dennis, John and Robert Kuenzler. Arrangements
being handled by O.B. Davis Funeral Homes, 1001 Route 25A, Miller Place, LI.
Visitation, Saturday 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Cremation private.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Lang, George C.
LANG-George C., age 57, of Seaford, LI, on March 16, 2005. Recipient of the
Congressional Medal of Honor, U.S. Army, 47th Infantry of the 9th Division,
Kien Hoa Province, Republic of Vietnam, February 1969. Beloved husband of
Jacqueline Lang. Loving father of Angela and Kevin Egan. Cherished grandfather
of Kevin, Sean, Jillian and Jacqueline Egan. Survived by countless loving
family members and friends. Reposing at the Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons Bethpage
Funeral Home, 20 Hicksville Road (1 mile north of the Southern State Parkway,
Exit 29). Celebration of the Liturgy of Christian Burial, Maria Regina RC
Church, Seaford, Monday 9:45AM. Interment, Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury, LI.
Visiting Saturday and Sunday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30PM. Donations may be made in
memory of George C. Lang to the Wounded Warrior Project, United Spinal Assn.,
54 Nashua Street, Milford, NH 03055-3717.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Lewis, Charles E.
LEWIS-Charles E., of Glen Head, NY, on March 16, 2005. a Navy Veteran and
retired from New York Fire Dept. Beloved husband of Mary. Loving father of
Maryellen, Charles and Katie. Devoted son of the late Mary and Charles Lewis.
Dear brother of Dorothy Lennie. Visiting, Saturday 7-9PM and Sunday 2-4 and
7-9PM, Whitting Funeral Home, 300 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Head, NY. Funeral
service, Monday 10AM at the funeral home. Interment, V.A. National Cemetery,
Calverton, NY. Contributions may be made to Mary Immaculate Chapel.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Locurto, Joseph Charles
LOCURTO-Joseph Charles of Plainview, NY, on March 16, 2005. Beloved husband of
the late Louise S. Loving father of Joseph and Elyse. Loving father-in-law of
Marie. Cherished Popka to Joseph, Peter and Jasmine. Family and friends may
visit the Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Home, 655 Old Country Road, Plainview, NY
on Sunday 7-9PM and Monday 2-4 and 7-9PM. Interment, Tuesday, St. Margarets
Cemetery, Plainview, NY at 10AM.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.


Losquadro, Eleanor
LOSQUADRO-Eleanor on March 15, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Michael V.
Loving and caring mother of Michael (Laurie), Dorothy Losquadro, Rita
Sagistano. Cherished grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of 2. Dear
sister of Ann Fulco, Lena Costa, and the late Louis Miele. Reposing after 2pm
Saturday at Charles J. O'Shea Funeral Home, 603 Wantagh Ave. (Exit 28N SSPKWY)
Wantagh. Funeral Mass Monday, 11:00AM, at St. Frances DeChantal RC Church,
Wantagh. Interment to follow Pinelawn Memorial Park, Pinelawn. Family will
receive friends Saturday and Sunday 2-5 and 7-9PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Martin, Geraldine B. (Lysaght)
MARTIN-Geraldine B. (nee Lysaght), of Woodside, NY and Naples, FL, on March
13, 2005. Proud retiree of AT&T Longlines. Beloved wife of the late Thomas P.
Martin. Adored daughter of the late Mary (nee Winters) and James Lysaght.
Survived by cousin Bernadette Nannery of Fremont, CA and many nieces and
nephews. Reposing at the Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons East Islip Funeral Home,
200 East Main St. (1/2 mile West of the SS Parkway, Exit 45W). Celebration of
the Liturgy of Christian Burial, St. Mary's RC Church, East Islip, LI,
Saturday 10:15AM. Interment, Queens of All Saints Cemetery, Central Islip, LI.
Visiting, Friday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Matthews, Dr. Stephen
MATTHEWS-Dr., Stephen D., of Poquott on March 16, 2005. Beloved husband of
Kathleen. Loving father of Anna, Nancy, Janet, James, Karen and Katie. Also
survived by nine grandchildren. Friends may call at the Bryant Funeral Home,
411 Old Town Rd., Setauket. Visiting, Sunday 2-4 and 7-9PM and Monday 5-7PM.
Religious service, Monday 7PM at the funeral home. Interment, Tuesday 10AM at
Cedar Hill Cemetery, Port Jefferson.
Published in Newsday from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Meehan, Edward J.
MEEHAN-Edward J., 91 on March 16, 2005 of Seaford (Formerly of Glen Head, NY).
Proud veteran of the U.S. Army, WWII. Dedicated employee of Exxon-Mobile
Transportation. Beloved brother of Valentine A. Meehan. Dear uncle of Margaret
Driscoll, Theresa Norden, Margaret Meehan, Thomas Meehan and William Meehan.
Devoted son and beloved greatuncle, great-great-uncle and friend. Reposing at
Charles G. Schmitt Funeral Home, 3863 Merrick Road, Seaford (Two traffic
lights east of Route 135). Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, 9:15AM at St.
William the Abbot R.C. Church. Interment, Holy Rood Cemetery. Hours today, 2-4
and 7-9PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Moglia, Martha Erna
MOGLIA-Martha Erna, of Oakdale, on March 17, 2005. Beloved mother of John,
Sandra Andracchi, and Tim. Loving sister of Walter Horak. Adored grandmother
of 7 and cherished great-grandmother of 1. Reposing, Saturday, 2-4 and 7-10
PM, Lindenhurst Funeral Home, Inc., 424 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst.
Religious Service Saturday evening. Cremation private.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Norris, William E.
NORRIS-William E. on March 13, 2005, surrounded by his family in Dunedin, FL.
Formerly of Brooklyn and Valley Stream. Retired Teamster of Local 282,
Hendrickson Bros. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Rosemary; his
children Rosemary (Jack) Martilotta, Catherine (Thomas) Davide, Doreen (Paul)
Pakidis, John (Cindy) Hogan, June (Dean) Lavas, Deirdre (Bobby) Gordon, Tricia
(George) Bartels, Eileen Norris and the late Richard Hogan. He is also
survived by 23 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A Funeral Mass
will be celebrated at Our Lady of Lourdes in Dunedin, FL on March 17, 2005. A
Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Holy Name of Mary, Valley Stream on April
16, 2005 at 1 PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Potash, Irene
POTASH-Irene on March 15, 2005 of Dix Hills, age 70. Beloved wife of Steven.
Dearest mother of Debi Grandison, Cindy Potash and the late Steven Potash Jr.,
Robert Potash and Lori Potash. Cherished grandmother of Nicole, Crystal and
Bryan. Reposing at Mangano Funeral Home Inc., 1701 Deer Park Avenue, Deer
Park, Saturday and Sunday 2-5 and 7-9:30 PM. Funeral Mass, Monday 9:45 AM, St.
Matthews RC Church, Dix Hills. Interment, Long Island National Cemetery,
Pinelawn, N.Y.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Powell, Marie A.
POWELL-Marie A. of Bethpage on March 16, 2005. Beloved wife of Robert J.
Loving mother of Patricia Hoffmann, Kathleen (Terry) Markoff, Sharon (Keith)
Simmons, William (Madeline) and the late Robert. Fond sister of Matilda
Matula. Cherished grandmother of Shannon, Kerin, Brett, Melanie, Michael and
the late Robert Paul. Cherished great grandmother of Olivia, Brenna and
Joshua. The family will receive relatives and friends from Friday 7-9:30PM,
Saturday 2-5 and 7-9:30PM, Sunday 2-5PM only at the Arthur F. White Funeral
Home, 234 Broadway, Bethpage. Funeral Mass Monday 10:45AM at St. Martin of
Tours R.C. Church. Interment Long Island National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Richards Sr., Alfred T.
RICHARDS-Alfred T., Sr., of Islip, NY on March 11, 2005 in his 91st year.
Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Richards. Loving father of Alfred, Jr. and
William Richards. Dear brother of Elmer Richards. Cherished grandfather of
six. Cremation was private. Memorial service, 10AM Saturday, Overton Funeral
Home, 172 Main St., Islip, NY. The family will receive friends after 9AM.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Sands, Robert
SANDS-Robert, 46, of Huntington Station, on March 15, 2005. Cherished son of
Doris. Adoring father of Keri and Robert Jovan. Beloved soulmate of Juliet.
Visitation, Friday 2-5PM and 7-9PM at M.A. Connell Funeral Home, 934 New York
Ave., Huntington Station. A service will be held Saturday 11AM at Church of
God in Christ, Huntington.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Schaefer, Ann
SCHAEFER-Ann passed into her eternal life on March 8, 2005 at her home in
Prescott, AZ, formerly of Middle Village, NY. She was born in Brooklyn, NY in
1910 and resided in New York for 82 years. She is survived by two daughters;
Marilyn Goetz of Hampton Bays, NY and Susan Grandjean of Prescott, AZ; one
son-in-law, James D. Grandjean; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren;
and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Karl
(Charlie), six sisters, son-in-law Joseph Goetz and grandson Michael Goetz.
Ann lived a full and happy life dedicated to family, prayer and service to the
Lord. She was a long-time parishioner of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal,
Ridgewood, NY. Mass of Christian Burial, Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal,
March 19, 2005 at 9:45am. Interment, Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton,
NY, March 21, 2005 at 11am.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Slabowski, Valentine E.
SLABOWSKI-Valentine E. on March 16, 2005 of West Babylon. Honorable Veteran of
WWII. Boy Scout leader, avid gardener, amateur photographer and "grandfather
of 9th Street". Loving father of Jane (Peter) and Paul (Ling). Cherished
grandfather of Kevin, Mark and Diego. Beloved brother of Albina. Reposing Noce
Funeral Home, 189 Rte 109, West Babylon. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 10
AM, Our Lady of Grace R.C. Church. Honors to follow at Calverton National
Cemetery. Reposing Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9:30 PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Stigliano, Jean
STIGLIANO-Jean, on March 17, 2005 of West Babylon. Beloved wife of the late
Maurice. Devoted mother of Gloria J. Verni (Ralph) and Maryann Ervolino.
Cherished grandmother of Denise Marie Verni, Christina, Rachel Randall and
Matthew R. Ervolino. Also survived by one loving greatgrandchild Darley Talbot
Randall III. Reposing Noce Funeral Home, 189 Route 109, West Babylon. Mass of
Christian Burial, Monday 9:00am, Our Lady of Grace RC Church. Interment St.
Charles Cemetery. Visiting Saturday and Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9:30pm.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Titcomb, Brianna D.
TITCOMB-Brianna D., suddenly on February 27, 2005. Beloved daughter of John
and Dawn. Loving sister of Brett. Cherished granddaughter of Ann Yablonski,
grand niece of Eunice Titcomb. Adored niece of Linda Titcomb, Diane and Pablo
Rodriguez, Denise Goodman,Michael and Debbie Yablonski, and Steven and Cheryl
Yablonski. Visitation, Friday 3-5 and 7-9PM at the A.L. Jacobsen Funeral Home
Inc., 1380 New York Ave. (corner of Pulaski Rd.), Huntington Station. A
memorial service will be held at Old First Presbyterian Church of Huntington,
125 Main St., 4:00PM Saturday, Reverend Richard Raum officiating. In lieu of
flowers, donations in Brianna's name would be greatly appreciated to Brianna
Titcomb Memorial Foundation Inc., P.O. Box 480, Huntington, NY 11743
Published in Newsday from 3/17/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Ulrich, Janet A.
ULRICH-Janet A., 69 of Bayport, NY, on March 5, 2005. She was a loving wife,
mother and grandmother. She inspired us all in her approach to life, ethics
and unselfishness, always giving to others before herself. Proceeded in death
by her son George IV. Survived by her husband George of 49 years, six
children, Dianne, Debbie, Jeffrey, Donna, Peter, Ronald and 14 grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held, Saturday April 9, 2005 at 9:45AM at Our Lady
of the Snow Parish in Blue Point. If desired memorial donations may be
directed to the: Alzheimer's Association, 225 North Michigan Avenue, 17th Fl,
Chicago, IL 60601-7633. The family would like to thank the many friends that
offered prayers and support.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.

Walthers, Michael T.
WALTHERS-Michael T., of West Babylon, on March 12, 2005. Loving husband of
Margaret (nee Errante). Cherished father of Michael Jr., Thomas and Gregory.
Devoted son of Arthur Walthers and the late Gloria Walthers. Dearest brother
of Arthur Jr. and his wife Robin, John and his wife Sandy, Deborah Johnson and
her husband Steve, Karen Ricca and Cheryl Pizzuto and her husband Jerry.
Cherished son-in-law of Enza and Sal Errante. Dearest brother-in-law of Joe
and Heidi Errante and Sal and Jill Errante. Caring uncle of 17 nieces and
nephews. Adored by his many loving aunts and uncles. Friends may visit Today
2-4:30 and 7-9:30 PM at the Claude R. Boyd-Spencer Funeral Home, 448 West Main
St., Babylon. Funeral Mass Saturday 10:00AM at Our Lady of Grace RC Church,
West Babylon. Entombment following at Pinelawn Memorial Park, Pinelawn, LI. In
lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established in his memory for his
family.
Published in Newsday from 3/16/2005 - 3/18/2005.

Wildau, Elizabeth
WILDAU-Elizabeth on March 16, 2005 of Ridge, LI. Beloved wife of the late
Mathias "Max". Loving mother of Matthew and his wife Corinne, the late Frances
Bochicchio and survived by her husband Gerard and Anna M. Gnieser and her
husband Raymond. Cherished grandmother of 11 and greatgrandmother of 18.
Adored sister of Barbara Pohlmann. Reposing O.B. Davis Funeral Homes, 1001
Route 25A, Miller Place, LI. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9PM. Funeral Mass
Saturday 11AM at St. Mark's R.C. Church, Shoreham, LI. Interment, Woodlawn
Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/18/2005.