Obituary: Marianne Preu

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Obituary: Marianne Preu

Tuesday, 20 November 2012 00:00

Marianne Preu passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 13, at the age of 94. She lived in Mineola for over 60 years and was retired from the Mineola Library.

Preu served as a Girl Scout Troop Leader for many years and was a member of the Mineola Presbyterian Church. She was actively involved in the Nassau County art community with her late husband, Harry Martin, and participated in establishing the arts gallery at the Mineola Library.

Marianne Preu Marianne is survived by her three daughters and their husbands: Joyce and Robert Perz, Barbara and Herb Mummers and Claudia and Doug Harrigan, four grandchildren Ted and Cynthia Shelton, Timothy and Michele Mummers, and three great-grandchildren Paloma Shelton, Tobey and Rigel Mummers.

Her family is grateful for the care given her by the staff at St. James Healthcare Center the last years of her life. Donations can be made in her name to the Friends of the Mineola Library at 516-741-3074.

News

War Dogs In Mineola

Thursday, 23 May 2013 00:00

Almost everyone has heard the expression; a dog is a man’s best friend. These great animals guard, protect and shower people with their affection and undivided attention. They love unconditionally in good times and in bad. The strength of the bond between man and canine was put on display at the Mineola Library on Saturday, May 11 in JoAnne Raskin’s, ‘War Dogs’ exhibit.

Flood-Free Streets?

Wednesday, 22 May 2013 07:16

Final piece of flood project approved

The Nassau Interim Finance Authority (NIFA) approved funding for Nassau County’s part of a plan to address flood issues in Mineola and Carle Place, officials revealed on May 15. Mineola and North Hempstead’s portion of the three-part Bruce Terrace Flood Remediation Project has been ongoing.

Sports

Chiefs Defeat Garden City

Thursday, 23 May 2013 00:00

The sixth-grade Mineola Chiefs (Maroon) defeated a very tough Garden City on the road 6-4 on May 12. With three players on injured reserved Mineola’s reinforcements played with all heart on Mother’s Day.

The Mineola defense controlled the game. Joe Carr grabbed the rock out of the air on crease slides at least three this game, Zach Koerber stopped ball on fast breaks while defensemen Evan Eberlein and Alex Marchiselli locked down the remaining attack men.

Winter Sports Wrap-Up

Thursday, 23 May 2013 00:00

The Wheatley School announced that 15 student athletes have been recognized by Section VIII-Nassau County Interscholastic Athletic Association for their performance in athletics, scholarship and leadership qualities for the Winter 2012-13 season. The Boys Indoor Track team was crowned NYS State Scholar Athlete Team Champions. The Boys Varsity Basketball team won the Nassau County Class B Championship.

Below is a list of Wheatley athletes who attained various All-County/Conference honors.