Obituary: Rabbi Meyer A. Rosen

Rabbi Meyer A. (Mike) Rosen, of Kings Park, died on Jan. 11, 2011. He was born on June 14, 1927. Son of Hyman (d) and Clara Rosen (d). Loving father of Harvey J. Rosen (Rose Heller-Rosen), Robert M. Rosen (Karen Harth-Rosen), Mindy C. Rosen-Pape (Keith R. Pape), Jonathan I. Rosen (d). Adored grandfather of Alison Rosen-Sutherland (William Sutherland), Gillian P. Rosen, Adam D. Rosen, Daniel H. Rosen, Rianna M. Rosen, Renee D. Rosen, Keith G. Pape (Jacqueline Pape), Jonathan P. Pape (Maria Pape), Maxwell B. Pape, Samantha P. Pape, Raymond Rosen, Victoria Rosen. Great-grandfather to Aiden Pape. Brother of Jack Rosen (d), Mary Rosen-Fruchter (d), Sarah Rosen-Lerner (d). Memorial service to be announced at a later date and time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Visiting Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk, 505 Main St., Northport, NY 11768.

Obituary: Cecilia C. Larkin

Cecilia C. Larkin, of Hicksville, died on Jan. 2, 2011. She was past president of Div. 11 AOH Ladies Auxiliary. Beloved wife of the late Francis. Loving mother of Cecilia Reilly (John), Denise Talt (John), Patricia Kenny (John), Francis (Ann), Thomas (Nancy), Deirdre Sweeney (John), the late Cathleen Annello (Patrick) and the late John. Dear sister of Edward Morley and Joan Rick. Cherished grandmother of 19, Eryn Maenza, Casey Reilly, Shannon McGowan, Kristen Ortado, Patrick Annello, Brian Annello, Diana Annello, Colleen Talt-Acholonu, Meaghan Hurley, Caitlin Kenny, John Kenny, Liam Larkin, Eileen Larkin, Claire Larkin, Brendan Larkin, Conor Larkin, Sean Larkin, Brigid Larkin and Kate Sweeney. Great-grandmother of 10, Kieran Maenza, Liam Maenza, Molly Reilly, Jack Reilly, Lily Reilly, A.J. Ortado, Christopher Ortado, Nicholas Ortado, Aida Annello and Patrick Annello. The family was cared for by the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, Hicksville Chapel. Mass at St. Ignatius RC Church. Interment St. Charles Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Mary Brennan INN, 211 Fulton Ave., Hempstead, NY 11550, in her memory would be appreciated.

Obituary: David B. Hammervik

David B. Hammervik, age 47, lifelong resident of Hicksville, died on Dec. 30, 2010. Beloved son of the late Bernhoff (Barney) and Lorraine, dear brother of Ruth, Kenny (Nancy), Christine (Anthony) and the late Karle. Cherished uncle of Kristian and special friend to many.

Service on Sunday, Jan. 9 at 1:30 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 40 W Nicholai St., Hicksville with luncheon immediately following.

Obituary: Francis E. Aracil

Francis E. Aracil, of Hicksville, died on Dec. 19, 2010. He was a WWII Army Engineers veteran. Husband of the late Rosa. Father of Charleen (Richard) Niznik, Frank (Eva) Aracil and Betty-Jo Aracil. Grandfather of William ( Colleen) and Edward Zukowski, Andrea Aracil and Nicholas Simonson. Great-grandfather of Catherine Zukowski and William Zukowski III. Arrangements entrusted to Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home, Oyster Bay. Funeral services private.

 

Obituary: Gerald R. Calandrillo

Gerald R. Calandrillo, of Hicksville, died on Dec. 26, 2010. An AAF decorated war veteran, he was a retired plant operator, Hicksville Water District. Husband of the late Antoinette. Father of Gerald (Kathy), Laura Sorace and Jeanne Lopez. Brother of Marie and Frances. Grandfather of four,

The family was cared for by the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, Levittown Chapel. Interment Calverton National Cemetery with honors.

Obituary: Annette Lynch

Annette Lynch, of Hicksville, formerly of Corona, Queens, died on Dec. 21, 2010. Wife of the late Joseph P. Sister of the late John Cipriano (Joan). Sister-in-law of Theresa McCoy, George McCoy and Ralph DeFarlo. Aunt of Joi Cipriano, John Cipriano and many nieces and nephews. The family was cared for by the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, Levittown Chapel. Mass at Holy Family RC Church. Interment Calverton National Cemetery.

Obituary: Charles Lester Iehle

Charles Lester Iehle, of Hicksville, died on Dec. 19, 2010. He was past commander of VFW Post 3211. Beloved husband of the late Madelyn. Loving father of Carol Nelson and Ellen Charpentier (Carlos). Cherished grandfather of Olivia. The family was cared for by the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, Hicksville Chapel. Interment Plain Lawn Cemetery.

Obituary: Arthur J. D’Amato

Arthur J. D’Amato, of Hicksville, died on Nov. 24, 2010. A veteran of Korea, he was retired from Sperry Corp. Devoted brother of Vincent and the late Lillian. Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. The family was cared for by the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, Hicksville Chapel. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery.

Obituary: Frederic A. Krahn

Frederic A. Krahn, 93, of Hicksville, died on Nov. 16, 2010. He was a founding member of the Hicksville Public Library Book Club, founding member of the east Meadow Film Society and editor of the Educational Film Guide 1949-55. He is survived by his son Rick Krahn (Peggy Rakas); daughter Liz Rock (David); and grandchildren, Heather, Michael and Julianna. Reposed at the Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Home. Services Nov. 19 from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. and Nov. 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. Cremation private.

Obituary: Janet Ann Palmese

Janet Ann Palmese (nee Terrell), of Hicksville, died on Nov. 12, 2010.

Janet was a lifelong resident of Hicksville and graduated from Hicksville High in 1952. She was the beloved wife of the late Carmen and is survived by her five children: Daniel (Madeline) Kerhonkson, NY, Gary (Irene) of Hicksville, Karen Grappone (Paul) Hillsborough, NJ, Edward (Lanjo) of Hicksville and Thomas (Carmela) of Merrick. Loving nana to her seven grandchildren: Laura, Mary Ellen, John, Christina, Nicholas, Marina and Francesca and grandnana to Audri, Liam and Evelyn.

The family was cared for by the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, Hicksville Chapel. Mass at Our Lady of Mercy RC Church. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a donation to your favorite charity in Janet’s memory would be appreciated.