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Avrich, Walborg H.
AVRICH-Walborg H. formerly of North Massapequa, on March 13, 2005. Loving wife
of the late John. Cherished mother of John (Eileen) and Alan (Charlene).
Adored grandmother of four. Reposing at William E. Law Funeral Home, 1
Jerusalem Avenue, Massapequa, NY. Religious service on Monday at 12 noon at
the funeral home. Interment Pinelawn Memorial Park. The family will receive
friends on Monday morning 10 AM-12 noon.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Bagetis, Philip G.
BAGETIS-Philip G., 82, decorated WWII veteran. Philip G. Bagetis, whose Army
service in World War II earned him the Victory Medal, European African Middle
Eastern Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal, succumbed to a long illness on
February 27, 2005. He served in the U.S. 3rd Army, 6th Armored Division,
Company B from 1942 through 1945, as a Demolition Specialist. Mr. Bagetis is
preceded in death by son, Kevin and brother, Gregory. He is survived by five
children; Michael, Patricia, John, Brian and Kathleen; five grandchildren,
Robert, Kevin, Roger, Christina and Samantha; his great-grandson, Nicolas and
two sisters, Ann and Clare. A longtime resident of Centereach, NY, Philip
retired to Leesburg, Florida, 15 years ago. He pursued his lifelong hobby of
propagating plants, and was proudest of his unique Bonsai creations. He
devoted whatever free time he had caring for his tiny poodles, "Rocky" and
"Rambo". Graveside Services will be held at Long Island National Cemetery in
Farmingdale, NY on Monday, March 21, at 10:00 am.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Basile Jr., Jack J.
BASILE-Jack J., Jr., 83, of Pinellas Park, Fla., former longtime resident of
Valley Stream, died Thursday, March 10, 2005, at home under hospice care. He
was born in Inwood, L.I., and was from a family of 10 children. He and his
wife moved to Florida in 1995. He was an Army veteran of World War II and a
life member of the VFW Oliveri Post in Inwood. He was a plasterer for Local 60
and worked in many famous buildings in Manhattan. He enjoyed playing golf and
gardening, and in retirement became quite an artist with paint and canvas.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Mary; son, Bill; his granddaughters,
Annette and Christine; grandson, Charlie; great-granddaughters, Nicole and
Michelle; great-grandsons, Robert, Jr., Cody, and Jesse; sisters, Mary and
Filomena; brothers, Eddie and Dominic. His cremains will be interred at
Greenfield Cemetery, Hempstead. Donations to the Hospice of Florida Suncoast,
300 E. Bay Dr., Largo, FL 33770-9850.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Biercuk, Ben
BIERCUK-Ben, age 82, of North Massapequa, L.I., on March 18, 2005. Beloved
husband of Helen Biercuk. Devoted father of George Biercuk, Steven Biercuk,
Susan Brock, and the late Laura Biercuk. Proud and cherished grandfather of
Michael, Janice, and Gregory. Reposing at the Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons
Bethpage Funeral Home, 20 Hicksville Rd. (1 mile north of Southern State
Pkwy., Exit 29). Religious Service at Funeral Home, Monday, 12:30 PM.
Interment, Long Island National Cemetery, Pinelawn, L.I. Visiting Sunday,
2-4:30 and 7-9:30 PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Boucher, Marc Dean
BOUCHER-Marc Dean of No. Babylon, LI on March 16, 2005. Beloved husband of
Margaret. Loving father of Kerri-Ann Nicole and Kevin James Denis. Devoted
brother of Paulette, Diane, Denise, Vivan, Bobby, Michael, Ray, Paul, Jackie
and the late Donald. Cremation private. Memorial Service will be held Saturday
April 2nd at 9:30AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help R.C. Church, Lindenhurst.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Homes,
Levittown Chapel.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Cresson, John E.
CRESSON-John E., of North Babylon, passed away on March 12, 2005, after a
short illness. Beloved husband of Jane. Loving father of Lisa, Natasha,
Michael, John, Jr., and Christopher. Cherished grandfather of Juliette and
Ryan. Mr. Cresson taught accounting at West Islip High School for 25 years
before retiring. An Enrolled Agent, he continued in private practice
specializing in income taxes until his death. John reposed at
LangTobia-DiPalma Funeral Home in Babylon Village. Mass of Christian Burial
was celebrated at Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church on Wednesday, March 16,
2005. Interment followed at Calverton National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

DelVecchio, Carl F.
DelVECCHIO-Hon. Carl F., of East Williston, N.Y., suddenly on March 19, 2005.
Former Mayor of Williston Park, N.Y., for 18 years. Beloved husband of Jane
and the late Edith. Devoted father of Diane McKeon and Carla Hall. Loving
father-in-law of Robert and James. Adored grandfather of Natalie, Maggie, and
Robert Carl. Dear brother of Andrew. Cherished stepfather of the Cashin
children, Michele, Charles, Patricia, James, Jane, and Mary and Arnold
Nidecker. Proud veteran of the United States Army serving during World War II
and Korea. Past Commander of Williston Park American Legion Post #144, Life
member VFW Post #1688, member of Nassau County Village Officials. Assistant to
the late Nassau County Executive Fran Purcell for Nassau County Affairs.
Committeeman for the Republican Club. Member of Italian-Americans in
Government, the Gavel Club, Williston Park Fire Dept. Exempts Association,
Williston Park Chamber of Commerce, Williston Park Rotary, Williston Park
Seniors, and Eucharistic Minister and Usher at St. Aidan's R.C. Church.
Visiting Monday and Tuesday, 2-5 and 7-9 PM, at Weigand Bros. Funeral Home, 49
Hillside Ave., Williston Park, N.Y. American Legion Service, Tuesday, 7:15 PM.
Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 10 AM, St. Aidan's R.C. Church, 505 Willis Ave.,
Williston Park, N.Y. Interment, Holy Rood Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

DeThomas, Bert J.
DeTHOMAS-Bert J., on March 18, 2005. Beloved husband of the late Patricia.
Devoted father of Kevin. Dear brother of Norma Mosia. Also survived by many
loving nieces and nephews. Reposing at the Martin A. Gleason Funeral Home,
10-25 150th St., Whitestone, N.Y. Visiting Monday, 2-5 and 7-10 PM. Mass of
Christian Burial, Tuesday, 9:30 AM, St. Luke's R.C. Church. Interment, St.
John's Cemetery, Middle Village.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Galante, Marie
GALANTE-Marie, of Wantagh, on March 19, 2005. Beloved wife of the late
Salvatore. Devoted and loving mother of Frank and his wife Judy, and Linda and
her husband Nick. Cherished grandmother of Chris, Kara, Tricia and John. Proud
great grandmother of Allaura, Karissa and Nicholas. Dear sister of Margie,
Faye, Pat, Lee. Along with her predeceased sisters Josie, Rose, Jennie and
Laura. Sister in law of Gloria and her husband Fred. Reposing at the Fredrick
J. Chapey & Sons Bethpage Funeral Home, 20 Hicksville Rd. (1 mile north of
Southern State Parkway, Exit 29). Celebration of the Liturgy of Christian
Burial, St. Frances de Chantal R.C. Church, Wantagh, Tuesday, 11AM. Interment,
Pinelawn Memorial Park, Pinelawn, L.I. Visiting Sunday and Monday, 2-4:30 and
7-9:30 PM.
Published in Newsday from 3/20/2005 - 3/21/2005.

Haber, Alfred P.
HABER-Alfred P., of Ft. Pierce, Fla., formerly of Lindenhurst, L.I., on March
16, 2005, in his 74th year. Beloved husband of the late Roberta. Loving father
of Alfred and Kevin. Adored grandfather of four. Dear brother of Evelyn App.
Visitation, Monday, 2-4 & 7-10 PM, at Lindenhurst Funeral Home, Inc., 424 S.
Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday 10:15 AM, at Our
Lady of Perpetual Help R.C. Church, Lindenhurst. Interment, Breslau Cemetery,
Lindenhurst.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Harper, James Barry
HARPER-James Barry, of Coram, L.I., formerly of Brookville, on March 19, 2005.
Beloved father of Barry and his wife Jean, John and his wife Kerry, and Susan
Acuna and her husband Thomas. Devoted brother of Joan Harlow, Sheila Harper,
and Thomas and his wife Elisabeth. Cherished grandfather of 7. Barry was a
decorated Captain in the Army Air Force and served during World War II.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to O.B. Davis Funeral Homes, 4839 Nesconset
Hwy., Port Jefferson Sta., L.I. Visitation, Tuesday, 10 AM with funeral
services beginning at 11 AM. Interment to follow, Washington Memorial Park.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Havlicek, Ethel J.
HAVLICEK-Ethel J., on March 18, 2005. Beloved wife of the late William F.
Loving and caring mother of Roger W. (Patricia), Robert E. (Catherine),
Richard E. (Doris), Ronald P., and Rosemary E. Clasper (James). Cherished
grandmother of 14. Dear sister of Fred Blaha (the late Kathryn), Ruth Duhrels
(Fred), and Betty Prosceo (John). Reposing after 2 PM, Monday at Charles J.
O'Shea Funeral Home, 603 Wantagh Ave. (Exit 28N, S.S. Pkwy.), Wantagh. Funeral
Service, Wednesday, 10 AM, at the Funeral Home. Interment to follow at Maple
Grove Cemetery, Kew Gardens, N.Y. Family will receive friends Tuesday and
Wednesday, 2-5 and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Heather (Memoriam)
HEATHER
3/20/64 - 5/2/88
We listen with our hearts and know you are near, all is well.
You, your smiles and laughter are always with us.
Love always,
Mom, Dad, Richard,
Noelle, Jennifer and Robbi
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Hosage, Fred G.
HOSAGE-Fred G., after a brief illness on March 16, 2005, at age 86, of St.
Petersburg, Fla., and Centereach, N.Y. Predeceased by his loving wife of 54
years, Helen. Loving father of Donna Marie Kostreva and Fred, Jr. Adored
grandfather of Katherine and Evan Kostreva and his wife, Elizabeth. Also
survived by his sister, Suzanne Waskell and numerous nieces and nephews. Proud
WW II Veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps. Retired from Grumman Aerospace after
39 years of service (1941-1980), and Gull Instruments. Longtime member of the
LIARS airplane club and former school board member of the Middle Country
School District. He will be missed by all. Reposing at Giove Funeral Home,
Middle Country Rd., Selden, N.Y., Monday, 2-4 and 7-9:30 PM. Mass of Christian
Burial, Tuesday, 9:45 AM, The Assumption of the Blessed Mother R.C. Church,
Centereach. Interment, Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton, N.Y.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

James, Edward M.
JAMES-Edward M., of East Setauket, on March 19, 2005. Beloved husband of the
late Rita. Loving father of Virginia O'Leary (Artie), Denise Asher (Dennis),
and Laurie Simonin (Jerry). Dear grandfather of Christopher, David, Brendan,
Scott, Kerry, Ryan, James, Chris, and Katelyn. Greatgrandfather of Ryan, Alex,
Jayson, Matthew, and Jessica. Loving uncle of Timothy Sullivan. WW II U.S.
Navy veteran. He will be missed by all. Friends may call at the Bryant Funeral
Home, 411 Old Town Rd., Setauket. Visiting Monday, 2-4 and 7-10 PM. Mass of
Christian Burial, Tuesday, 9:30 AM, St. James R.C. Church. Interment, Long
Island National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Three Village
Booster Club, P.O. Box 292, Setauket, N.Y. 11733, would be appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Keane, Mary B.
KEANE-Mary B., of Bay Shore, L.I., on March 18, 2005. Beloved wife of the late
Philip Keane. Devoted mother of Kathleen Lennon, Philip Keane, and Dennis
Keane. Dear sister of Br. Edward Beyer. Cherished grandmother of Colleen,
Erin, Kevan, Bryan, and Karyn. Village Treasurer of Saltaire, Fire Island, for
25 years and Guild Member at Good Samaritan Hospital, West Islip, L.I.
Reposing at the Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons West Islip Funeral Home, 1225
Montauk Hwy. (¬ mile west of the Robert Moses Cswy.). Celebration of the
Liturgy of Christian Burial, Wednesday, 9 AM, Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church,
West Islip, LI. Interment, St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, LI. Visiting
Tuesday, 2-4:30 & 7-9:30 PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Lee, David (Memoriam)
In Memory of
DAVID LEE
Missing you always
Loving you forever
Forgetting you never.
Love always, Your sister Laura
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Lemp, Mary
LEMP-Mary, 79, passed away peacefully at home on February 5, 2005. She was
born in Queens, NY; raised her family in Bethpage, NY and retired to Port St.
Lucie, FL, for the past 13 years. Mary worked at the Bethpage Federal Credit
Union for 15 years. Her hobbies included collecting dolls, plates, enjoyed
painting and travel. Beloved wife of the late Arthur (1979). Devoted and
caring mother of Jeff and Tracie Lemp, Marianne and Steve Arbore, Tom and Mary
Lemp, Anthony and Erin Lemp. Dear sister of Rita and Lenny Dusenchuck, Sam and
Beverly Pangallo, Robert and Pat Pangallo, Linda Pangallo. Cherished
grandmother of Nicholas, Jessica, David, Craig, Maureen, Brian, Adam and Alex.
Mourned by many nieces, nephews and friends. She will be greatly missed.
Funeral Mass and cremation services were held in Port St. Lucie, FL on
February 10, 2005. A burial service will be held in New York at St. Charles
Cemetery, Farmingdale (631-2498700) on Saturday, March 26 at 11AM.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Mitilineos, Aristides
MITILINEOS-Aristides, on March 18, 2005. Beloved husband of Virginia (nee
Benetos). Loving father of Anna and Nicholas Christos and the late Gary
Mitilineos. Cherished grandfather of Christine and Craig Persico, Harris,
Ariana and great-grandfather of Victoria. Special uncle to Dina Chase and
great-uncle to Connor, Griffin and Caroline. Reposing at the Frederick Funeral
Home, Inc., of Flushing., Northern Blvd. at 193rd Street. Visiting hours, 2-5
and 7-9 PM, Sunday and Monday. Funeral Service, 9 AM, Tuesday from St.
Nicholas G.O. Church. Interment, Flushing Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Odnoha, Drew G.
ODNOHA-Drew G., of Smithtown, suddenly on March 19, 2005 (graduate of St.
Dominic's High School, Oyster Bay, and student at University of Scranton,
Scranton, PA). Devoted son of Andrew and Maria. Dear brother of Maria Luisa,
Zachary, and Nicholas. Loving grandson of Isidore and Marjorie Irace, the late
Unitah Odnoha and Andrew Odnoha. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins,
and friends. Visiting Monday and Tuesday, 2-5 and 7-9 PM, Cassidy Funeral
Home, 156 Willis Ave., Mineola. Funeral Mass, 10 AM, Wednesday, St. Patrick's
R.C. Church, Glen Cove. Interment, Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Ostuni, Lucia
OSTUNI-Lucia, of Rockville Centre, on March 18, 2005, aged 92 years. Devoted
wife of the late Pasquale. Beloved mother of Lawrence (Elizabeth), John, M.D.
(Susan), and Pat (Jean). Dear grandma of 9 and great-grandma of 7. The family
will receive friends Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at Cecere-Pensa Funeral Home (as
successors to Weigand Brothers), 2283 Grand Ave., Baldwin, NY 11510. Funeral
Mass, Monday, 9:45 AM, at St. Christopher's R.C. Church. Interment, Holy Rood
Cemetery, Westbury, N.Y.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Parnell, Patricia
PARNELL-Patricia, of West Islip, L.I., on March 19, 2005. Beloved wife of the
late Edward J. Parnell. Devoted mother of Gia Spinello, Christine Aiello,
Jacqueline Tesoriero, Larry Parnell, Kathleen Williams, and Douglas Parnell.
Adored grandmother of ten. Reposing at the Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons West
Islip Funeral Home, 1225 Montauk Hwy. (¬ mile west of the Robert Moses Cswy.).
Celebration of the Liturgy of Christian Burial, Tuesday, 9:45 AM, at St.
Joseph's R.C. Church, Babylon, L.I. Interment, St. Charles Cemetery,
Farmingale, L.I. Visiting Monday, 2-4:30 and 7-9:30 PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Ratner M.D., Lillian Gross
RATNER-Lillian Gross, M.D. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Harold. Devoted mother
of Dr. Sanford M. (Denise) Ratner and Dr. Marcia E. (Dr. Kenneth) Meserole.
Adored grandmother of Benjamin, Joshua, and Aaron Ratner, and Thomas Meserole.
Dear sister of Jacob (Gretchen) Gross. Funeral Services, Sunday, March 20, 10
AM, at "Riverside-Nassau North Chapels," 55 North Station Plaza (opposite
LIRR), Great Neck, N.Y.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Romano, Barbara J.
ROMANO-Barbara J., of Westfield, N.J., and formerly of Huntington Station,
peacefully on March 18, 2005, after a courageous battle with breast cancer.
Devoted wife of the late Rocco A. Beloved mother of Melissa A. Borg (Anthony),
Richard C., and Rocco H. (Erin). Cherished grandmother of Alexandra M. and
Vanessa B. Borg. Dear sister of Carol Stynes and Brian Burns. Loving daughter
of the late Richard and Anne Burns. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Visitation today and Monday, 2-5 & 7-9 PM, at the A.L. Jacobsen Funeral Home,
Inc., 1380 New York Ave. (corner of Pulaski Rd.), Huntington Station. Mass of
Christian Burial, Tuesday, 9:30 AM, at St. Elizabeth R.C. Church. Interment,
St. Patrick's Cemetery. Donations may be made to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer
Foundation, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Rosalie, Rose
ROSALIE-Rose, on March 19, 2005, of Seaford. Longtime volunteer at the Henry
Viscardi School. Beloved wife of the late Anthony. Devoted mother of Steven
and his wife Noelene, and Nina Rosalie. Loving aunt of Carol Simpson, John
Brightman, Dan Brightman, and their families. Dear sister-inlaw of Lucile
Viscardi and her family. Also survived by many cherished friends. Reposing at
the Charles G. Schmitt Funeral Home, Inc., 3863 Merrick Rd., Seaford (2
traffic lights east of Rte. 135). Mass of Christian Burial, Wednesday, 10 AM,
at St. William the Abbot R.C. Church. Interment, Calverton National Cemetery.
Hours, Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Donations to Alzheimer's Assn., 3281 Veterans
Memorial Hwy. Suite E-13, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779, would be appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Russo Sr., Anthony J.
RUSSO-Anthony J., Sr., on March 15, 2005, of Roanoke, Va., formerly of Ridge,
L.I. Beloved husband of Margaret. Loving father of Anthony J., Jr. and his
wife, Joan, and Sylvia Broukhiyan and her husband Ali. Cherished grandfather
of John, Jennifer, Dena, Daria, and Darren. Adored greatgrandfather of Alexia,
Dylan, Kiera, Dominick, and Paige. Anthony is also survived by his brother,
Samuel. Reposing, O.B. Davis Funeral Homes, 1001 Route 25A, Miller Place, L.I.
Visitation, Monday and Tuesday, 2-4, 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 9:30 AM,
St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, Rocky Point, L.I. Interment, Calverton
National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Sansom, William Morrison
SANSOM-William Morrison, age 84, of Huntington, on March 17, 2005. William
served in Africa as a pilot in the Air Transport Command during World War II.
William is also a retired pilot from PanAmerican Airline. Beloved husband of
Mildred. Loving father of William L., Carol (Jim) Cleveland, and the late
Robert Charles. Visitation, Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at the A.L. Jacobsen
Funeral Home, Inc., 1380 New York Avenue, Huntington Station, N.Y. Religious
Service, Tuesday, 7:30 PM. Prayer, Wednesday, 11:30 AM, at the Funeral Home.
Burial to follow at Huntington Rural Cemetery. Donations may be made in Bill's
memory to V.N.S. Hospice, 505 Main St., Northport, NY 11768.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Strong, Helen J.
STRONG-Helen J., of Hauppauge, formerly of Central Islip, on March 18, 2005,
in her 89th year. A retired employee of the Central Islip School District.
Beloved wife of the late Gerard. Devoted mother of Patricia Miller, Jerry
Strong (Elizabeth), John Strong (Linda), and Ginny Watral (Tom). Cherished
grandmother of eleven, great-grandmother of nine and great-great-grandmother
of one. Fond sister of the late John M. Huber (Valerie). Reposing at Thomas P.
Walsh Funeral Home, Inc., 60 Carleton Avenue (2.5 miles north Exit 43A, S.S.
Pkwy.), Central Islip, N.Y. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, at 9:45 AM in St. John of
God Church, Central Islip. Interment following in St. John of God Cemetery.
Family will receive friends Sunday and Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Sumell-Ellis, Mary
SUMELL-ELLIS-Mary, of Oakdale, N.Y., on March 18, 2005. Wife of Albert W.
Beloved mother of Albert J., Matthew and Jacquelyn Sumell. Devoted daughter of
Carolina and the late Sidney Ellis. Mary was a Lamaze instructor for the
hearing impaired and nursing investigator for the New York State Department of
Health. Reposing, Moloney's Bohemia Funeral Home, 1320 Lakeland Avenue,
Bohemia, where a Religious Service will be held Monday. Funeral Mass, Tuesday,
9:45 AM, at St. John Nepomucene R.C. Church, Bohemia. Interment following at
Pinelawn Memorial Park, Pinelawn, N.Y. Visiting Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Tymecki, Inge E.
TYMECKI-Inge E., on March 18, 2005, of Floral Park, N.Y. Beloved wife of the
late Thomas. Loving mother of Lorraine, Ellen, Kenneth, Philip, John, and the
late Tommy and Bobby. Dear sister of Herbert. Fond mother-in-law of Charles,
Karen-Marie, Karen Ann, and Mary. Cherished grandmother of Dawn, Robert,
Philip, Jr., Laura, Kenny, Jr., Heather, Scott, and Jessica. Devoted
greatgrandmother of Joseph and Michael. Friends may call Sunday and Monday,
2-5 and 7-9:30 PM, at the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, 29 Atlantic Ave.,
Floral Park, N.Y. (at RR Plaza). Religious Service, Tuesday, 9:30 AM, at
Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church. Interment, Long Island National Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Vonnah, Gerald G.
VONNAH-Gerald G., of East Rockaway, peacefully on March 18, 2005. Beloved
husband of Grace. Cherished father of Michael and Brian. Loving grandfather of
Michael Jr. and Nicole. Family will receive friends Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 pm,
at the Perry Funeral Home, Inc., 118 Union Ave., Lynbrook. As he wished, his
ashes will be committed to the sea, which he so loved. In lieu of flowers, the
family requests donations to Good Shepherd Hospice, 528 Mineola Ave., Carle
Place, NY 11514.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.

Wehner, Eva M.
WEHNER-Eva M., on March 17, 2005, of Holbrook, formerly of Seaford. Beloved
wife of the late William. Loving mother of Gail (Roy) Reissig and Robin
Picerno. Dear sister of Ingrid Hillicoss and Christa Lipus. Cherished
grandmother of Randy, Bryan and Elena (Schachter) and great-grandmother of
Megen Schachter. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Reposing at Charles
G. Schmitt Funeral Home, 3863 Merrick Rd., Seaford (two traffic lights east of
Route 135). Religious Service, Tuesday, 10 AM at Christ Lutheran Church,
Wantagh. Interment, Calverton National Cemetery. Hours, Sunday and Monday, 2-4
& 7-9 PM. Donations to Christ Lutheran Church, 3384 Ireland Rd., Wantagh, NY
11793, would be appreciated.
Published in Newsday on 3/20/2005.