Obituary: Joseph Vincent Franco, 96

Joseph Vincent Franco, 96, born Giuseppe Vincenzo on December 10, 1916 to Francesca (Lagana) and Ignazio passed away on Friday, April 26.  He was brother to Charlie, Vinny, Millie and Mamie.  He graduated from Textile High School, and began to hone his craft in the electrical trade, which became his career.  In 1942, he wed Frances Miceli, who predeceased him after 55 years of marriage.  His daughter Jeanne Carter, sons-in-law Leward and Michael, five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren survive Joe.

Obituary: Richard Stein

Richard Stein passed away on Feb. 15. Born on Aug. 29, 1930 in Manhattan and raised in New Hyde Park. Beloved husband to Jane (nee Parrott) for 59 years. Loving father of Rick Stein Jr., Susan Stein, Michael (Maryann), the late James (Debbie), & Paul (Deidre).

 

Caring grandfather of Kristen Stein Goldberg(Andrew), Kelly Stein Russo (Nick), Kerianne Stein, Craig Posner (Michelle), Kimberly Stein, Mollie Stein, Natalie Stein, Douglas Posner, Sofia Stein, Montana Stein, Montgomery Stein and great-grandfather of Angelo James Russo. Richard was a friend and mentor to many. Dick was also very active in many organizations; BPO Elks of New Hyde Park, New Hyde Park Lions Deputy District Governor & President with over 50 years of service, President of R&S and Son’s Inc. Electrical Contractor, Nassau Electric League where he was the President & Board of Directors, ran Christmas tree lot for Lions Club, Chairman of the Examining Board of Electricians of the Town of North Hempstead, United States Army Veteran of the Korean War.

Obituary: Gloria Maglio

Gloria Maglio died on Aug. 23, 2011. Beloved mother of Vicky Olsen and Francis Maglio. Cherished grandmother of four and great-grandmother of 11. The family was cared for by the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, New Hyde Park. Funeral Mass was held on Aug. 27 at Our Lady of the Snows RC Church. Interment St. John’s Cemetery.

Obituary: Albert J. Mayce

Albert J. Mayce, of Williston Park, died on July 20, 2011. He was a member of the Williston Park Fire Department Co. #3 and Williston American Legion Post #144. Husband of the late Marianne. Father of John (Sandra), Barbara Smith (Jeff), Joanie Shannon (Richard), Albert (Linda), Marianne Salerno and Julia Ward (James). Grandfather of 14. Arrangements were made by Weigand Bros. Funeral Home, Williston Park. Funeral Mass at St. Aidan’s Church. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Albert’s name to St. Aidan’s Church Outreach Program.

 

Obituary: Jeffrey T. Hallock

Jeffrey T. Hallock, of New Hyde Park, died on July 10, 2011. Beloved husband of Eileen. Loving father of Jeffrey and Britta and stepfather of Petra Skahill. Cherished grandfather of Robbie, Courtney and Christopher. Brother of Robert Hallock and Marilyn Bailey. Reposed at New Hyde Park Baptist Church. Arrangements were made by Fairchild Sons Funeral Home, Manhasset. Interment Melville Cemetery.

Obituary: Danuta S. Oldakowski

Danuta S. Oldakowski, 86, died on May 23, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Zdzislaw. Devoted mother of Basia (Gregory) Wood, Joanne (Joseph) Piwowarski. Cherished grandmother of Joseph, Courtney, Nicole and Garrett. In Poland, loving sister Zula, Ala and the late Krysia and many nieces and nephews. The family was cared for by the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home, Floral Park. Funeral Mass at St. Hedwig’s RC Church. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery.

Obituary: Ruth Grosse

Ruth Grosse, of New Hyde Park, passed away on Jan. 18, 2011. Wife of the late Arthur. Arrangements entrusted to the McCourt & Trudden Funeral Home, Farmingdale. Services were held at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, New Hyde Park. Cremation private.

Obituary: Palma Credidio

Palma Credidio, of New Hyde Park, died on Jan. 17, 2011. Mother of Michael and the late Lynn Ficarra. Grandmother of Diane, Pattie, Melissa, Laura and Michael. Great-grandmother of Emily, Kelly, Nicholas and Messina.  Arrangements were made by the Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home, Oyster Bay.

Obituary: Margaret Kuck Votens

Margaret Kuck Votens died on June 6, 2010. Mother of four children. Grandmother of six. Great-grandmother of eight. Arrangements under the direction of Weigand Bros. Funeral Home, Williston Park. Memorial service to be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Williston Park, on July 23 at 10 a.m. Interment of ashes Plain Lawn Cemetery.

Obituary: Elizabeth Betsy Ehrbar

Elizabeth “Betsy” Loretta Ehrbar peacefully passed away on Nov. 20, 2010 at the age of 59. Born and raised in Great Neck, Betsy later moved to Manhasset and spent the last 28 years in East Williston. Devoted daughter of the late Joseph R. Ehrbar and Mary Ryan Ehrbar Fougner and beloved sister to Joseph R. (Peggie), Mary Ann Griffin (Steve), Paul (Doreen), Diane Novellino (Nick) and Susan Fleming (Xavier). Stepdaughter to the late Robert S. Fougner and stepsister to Dr. Arthur Fougner (Nellie), Elizabeth Fougner, Robert Fougner and John Fougner (Sharon). Betsy was adored by 25 nieces and nephews, 28 great-nieces and nephews, numerous cousins and cherished by countless friends.

A talented artist whose interests included drawing, painting and calligraphy, Betsy generously donated her time and talents to many charitable causes. Her friendship, life and faith were an inspiration. Betsy’s love and kindness touched the lives of all of those who were so privileged and honored to have known her.

Arrangements were made by the Weigand Bros. Funeral Home, Williston Park. Funeral Mass at Saint Aidan’s Church. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery.