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The Week of January 3, 2003
JOSEPH J. GIUNTA
of Glendale
died on December 24, 2002 at the age of 79
He was the beloved husband of Marie (nee De Paola)
devoted father of Cecelia and the late Connie
dear brother of Matthew Giunta and Betty Mannarino
He was the former owner of Knickerbocker Auto Collision in Ridgewood. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in St. John’s Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ETHEL ANNA KELLY, formerly of Ridgewood,
died on December 25, 2002 at the age of 87.
She was the devoted mother of Patricia Snellings, Gael and Eileen Kelly
dear sister of Lillian Ehalt and the late Joseph Rode
also survived by five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. 
Services were officiated by the Reverend Michael T. Ross
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

JEAN DAVIS
died on December 24, 2002 at the age of 70.
She was the widow of the late Joseph Cahill
loving mother of Rowan Cahill
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

BERNARD JAMES HERLIHY
died on December 22, 2002 at the age of 62
He was the beloved husband of Patricia Ann (nee Laffey)
loving father of Michael, Deborah Amato, and Robert and father-in-law of Anthony
dear brother of Annie Cassiere, Julie Steiger, Frank, Eileen, 
	Matt and the late Willie and Theresa, 
cherished grandfather of Nicole and Anthony
He was a U.S. Navy veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

WILFORD R. GRAYSON
died on December 23, 2002 at the age of 79
He was the husband of the late Helen
loving father of John, Edward, and Gerard and the late Joseph, 
father-in-law of Connie, Angela, Betty, and Pat
dear brother of Susie, Thelma, and Annie Jean, 
cherished grandfather of Tricia, Edward, David, Michael, Amanda, Josephine, Billy, and Chris, 
great-grandfather of Justin
dear cousin of Georgie Mae. 
He served in the U.S. Navy for twenty-three years. 
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

CATHERINE NOTO 
of Brooklyn
A native of Marsala, Italy
died on December 18, 2002 at the age of 99. 
she was the widow of the late Anthony
devoted mother of Anthony Noto
also survived by two grandchildren and one great-grandchild
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Deacon Philip Ehresmann
Interment in St. John’s Cemetery.

JOHN MASON
died on December 27, 2002 at the age of 80
He was the husband of the late Rose
loving father of John M. Mason 
father-in-law of Kathy, 
cherished grandfather of Hannah, Rebekah and Jared
He was a World War II Army veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

SALVATORE MAZZUCCO
died on December 18, 2002 at the age of 80
He was the dear brother of Vincenzia Mascia and Joseph Mazzucco
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Mount St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

VITA PECORELLA
died on December 27, 2002 at the age of 77.
She was the devoted mother of Antonio, Lucy and Ann
also survived by twenty grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Bridget’s Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JULIAN PINKU
of Ridgewood
A native of Nicolinci, Yugoslavia
died on December 27, 2002 at the age of 75. 
he was the beloved husband of Maria
devoted father of Doina and Viora
dear brother of Dragalina Buga
fond grandfather of Emanuel and Adrian. 
Interment was in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery 
Peter J. Gris Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

VIVIAN FRANCES ZOLLER BURTON
A longtime resident of Ridgewood
died on December 17, 2002 at the age of 87. 
she was a member of the Trinity Reformed Church.
She was the widow of the late Robert
devoted mother of Dwight Burton and Nancy Burton Wurster
mother-in-law of Kathleen Burton and the late Alfred Wurster
dear grandmother of Jenny and Erica Wurster 
great-grandmother of Allegheny Weatherby, 
daughter of the late Joseph Zoller and Estelle Dedrick Zoller 
sister of the late Robert and Clifford Zoller. 
Services were officiated by Pastor Albert Potgieter
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Koch Funeral Home, Fresh Pond Road, Ridgewood.
 
BERTHA MOSCHNER
of Ridgewood
A native of Langenton, Gottschee, Austria
died on December 24, 2002 at the age of 86. 
she was the widow of the late Johann
devoted mother of Marianne Solar
also survived by two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

MARIA REINERT 
of Corona 
A native of Romania
died on December 27, 2002 at the age of 83.
she was the widow of the late Josef
devoted mother of Adam and Michael
also survived by three grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

DANIEL ALEXANDRU 
of Astoria 
A native of Bucarest, Romania
died on December 27, 2002 at the age of 70.
he was the devoted father of Dana Mocanu and Lucian Alexandru
dear brother of Lucica Toma, Magdalena, Cornel and Gabriel
also survived by two grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by the Reverend Petre Danc
Interment in Van Liew Cemetery.

ANNA SCHAFFER
of Ridgewood 
A native of Fischbach, Germany
died on December 28, 2002 at the age of 95. 
she was the widow of the late Frank
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

KARL KLESIN
of Ridgewood 
A native of Lasko, Slovenia
died on December 30, 2002 at the age of 89.
he was the beloved husband of Helena
devoted father of Joe, Mark, Karl and Maria Anna Klesin, Helen Visinski and Dorothy Stoehrer
also survived by six grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial at St. Aloysius Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery. 
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

JOSEPHINE PERINO
of Ridgewood 
A native of New York
died on December 30, 2002 at the age of 97.
she was the dear sister of Louise Polizzi. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery. 
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of January 9, 2003
RUTH CUNNINGHAM
of Ridgewood
died on January 1, 2003 at the age of 92.
She was the widow of the late Francis
devoted mother of Sisters Ruth and Catherine Cunningham, C.S.J., 
	Mary Ellen Giammarinaro and John Cunningham
also survived by two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Mt. St. Mary Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

MICHAEL C. MARONEY
of Glendale
died on January 4, 2003 at the age of 57
He was the beloved husband of Elfriede
devoted father of Victoria S., Claudia Leonardo, Christian M. and Peter G.
dear brother of Marianne Poletti, Joanne Cunniff, John, Edward, Thomas, Barbara Lipari, 
	Daniel and the late Matthew and Virginia Biondi
He was a member of Neo-Catechumenate Way of St Joan of Arc. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Joan of Arc Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

BETTY ANN BOUCHER
died on January 1, 2003 at the age of 48.
She was the loving daughter of Elizabeth
dear sister of Belinda
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

RUBY M. SMITH (of The Fresh Pond Diner)
died on January 4, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of Edwin
devoted mother of Diana and Richard
also survived by ten grandchildren and one great-granddaughter
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ROSA SESTITO
died on January 4, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Antonio
devoted mother of Joseph, Maria, Roseann and Cathy
also survived by seven grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

THOMAS CASELLI
died on January 5, 2003
He was the beloved husband of Adele
devoted father of Vincent and Vincent Nizzo
also survived by six grandchildren and two great-granddaughters. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Green-Wood Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

RITA NIZZO
died on December 30, 2002.
She was the beloved wife of Vincent
devoted mother of Vincent and Laura. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

SCOTTLON CHARLES JOHNSON
died on December 31, 2002
He was the beloved husband of Claribel. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Presentation Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

HELEN McGANN
died on December 31, 2002.
She was the devoted mother of Catherine, Ed Peluso, Helen Hurtos and Joan Fletcher
dear sister of Glayds, Kitty, Joan, Mary
also survived by seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JENNY GAYNOR
died on January 3, 2003 at the age of 77.
She was the widow of the late Robert
dear sister of Josephine La Pasota
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

FRANCES MIKOLIC (nee Muhic)
of Glendale
A native of Bruckandermur, Austria
died on December 31, 2002 at the age of 89. 
she was the beloved wife of John
devoted mother of Hermina Milokic of Glendale and Margaret M. Unflat of Hawley, Pennsylvania
also survived by four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Queen of Peace Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Teeters’ Funeral Chapel, 505 Church Street, Hawley, Pennsylvania.

HELENE ZAHN 
of Port Orange, Florida, 
formerly of Ridgewood,
died on January 2, 2003 at the age of 69.
She was the beloved wife of John
devoted mother and mother-in-law of Michael and Melissa Zahn, Larry and Mary Sandlin and 
	Tim and Maureen Scotch all of Texas
dear sister of Ed Gibson
fond grandmother of Keith and Vince Sandlin, Jacob and Rachel Zahn and Abigail Scotch. 
Memorial Mass was offered at Church of the Epiphany, Port Orange, Florida.
Volusia Memorial Funeral Home, 4815 Clyde Morris Boulevard, Port Orange, Florida.

MARGARET JACARUSO
died on January 6, 2003.
She was the loving mother of Anthony and Louis, 
cherished grandmother of Anthony and Denise. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Adalbert’s Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery. 
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

NELLY H. FOY
died on January 1, 2003 at the age of 49.
She was the beloved fiancee of Noel, 
cherished daughter of Enrique Timana
loving mother of Thomas Foy
dear sister of Teresa, Elsa, Leonore, Alicia, Margarita, Gabriel, Prospero, Manuel, Oscar, 
	Miguel and Martin, 
cherished grandmother of Allyson Julie and Brian. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Thomas the Apostle Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JEAN DAVIS
died on December 24, 2002 at the age of 70.
She was the widow of the late Joseph Cahill
loving mother of Rowan Cahill
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

NICOLETTA GRAVAGNA
died on December 29, 2002 at the age of 81.
She was the widow of the late Frank
loving mother of Frances Ortolano, Frank, Joseph, Paula Henson and Stephanie Thornton
dear sister of Pauline Cammorato and Steve Glove, 
cherished grandmother of Margaret, Frances, Frank, Brian, Richard, Frankie, Michael, 
	Nicole and Johnny
also survived by six great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary’s Church
Interment in St. Raymond’s Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

NICHOLAS MORENA
died on January 3, 2003 at the age of 82
He was the beloved husband of Sally (nee DiGruccio)
loving father of Margaret and Joseph and father-in-law of Richard Lewis and Diane, 
cherished grandfather of Stacy and Jodi. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

IRENE E. SMITH
of Glendale
died on January 4, 2003 at the age of 89.
She was the loving mother of William
fond mother -in-law of Karen
devoted grandmother of Michael, Timothy and Christopher
dear sister of Eleanor Gremme and Arthur Lake
also survived by seven great-grandchildren
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.

FLORENCE V. SHEA
of Glendale
died on January 1, 2003 at the age of 69.
She was the beloved wife of Richard Sr.
devoted mother of Richard Jr., Peter and Paul
also survived by six grandchildren 
and one sister, Dorothy Hauptmann. 
Cremation was in Fresh Pond Crematory
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

MICHAEL NAPOLITANO, SR.
of Glendale,
died on December 31, 2002 at the age of 82
He was the devoted father of Linda Fiore and Michael Jr., 
also survived by four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and one brother. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

JOSEPH J. GIUNTA
of Glendale
died on December 24, 2002 at the age of 79
He was the beloved husband of Marie (nee DePaola)
devoted father of Cecelia and the late Connie
dear brother of Matthew Giunta and Betty Mannarino
He was the former owner of Knickerbocker Auto Collision in Ridgewood. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in St. John’s Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

MARTIN K. EMMRICH 
of Middle Village
died on January 6, 2003 at the age of 44
He was the son of the late Jeanette and Martin
dear brother of Betty, Evelyn and Brian. Services were held at Trinity Lutheran Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Michaels Funeral Home, 79-22 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

The Week of January 16, 2003
MARY FULLERTON
of Ridgewood
died on January 5, 2003 at the age of 87.
She was the widow of the late George Paxton and Dominick Fullerton
devoted mother of Jane and Tony Albertini, 
daughter of the late Emilia and Vincenti Esposito
Sister of the late Rosalie Esposito
fond grandmother of Sarah Albertini Bond and Rich Bond. 
She was a member of St. Matthias Sacred Heart League, 
St. Matthias Young at Heart, 
St. Matthias Ladies Guild and Ridgewood Older Adult Center. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Stephen R. Schawaroch Funeral Home, 58-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

WALTER NOETH 
of Astoria 
A native of Munich, Germany
died on December 2, 2002 at the age of 80.
he was the dear brother of Rudolph Noeth in Munich, Germany. 
Cremation was private, and ashes will be interred in Martin Luther Cemetery, Wurtzburg, Germany.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

WILHELM HEIN
of Ridgewood 
A native of Rehau, Germany
died on January 10, 2003 at the age of 100.
he was the husband of the late Klara Hein
also survived by beloved friend Johanna Kalpaxis. 
Cremation was private.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

JOSEPH FAVATA
died on January 5, 2003 at the age of 75
He was the dear brother of Ann Rizzo and cherished brother-in-law of Sal, 
cherished uncle of Mark Rizzo and family. 
He served in the U.S. Navy
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in St. Raymond Cemetery.

ALFONSO DiGIOVANNI
died on January 8, 2003 at the age of 85
He was the husband of the late Helen
loving father of Angelina Kish and Mary Maniscalco
dear brother of Thomas DiGiovanni, 
cherished grandfather of Tracy and Lawrence Ellis, Jaclyn Kish and Maria Maniscalco. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

WALTER T. MATULIS
died on January 6, 2003 at the age of 67
He was the beloved husband of Peggy, 
cherished son of Ann
loving father of Mark, Robert, Martin, Lynda and Paul and father-in-law of Patricia and Lisa
dear brother of Albert, Alice Dice and Jeanette Helwig, 
cherished grandfather of Kristin, Kerri, Taylor and Zayne
He was a retired lieutenant of the New York City Fire Department and served in the U.S. Army
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

EDWARD SPARKS
died on January 10, 2003 at the age of 88
He was the husband of the late Jean
loving father of Daniel and father-in-law of Karen, 
cherished grandfather of Matthew
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

EMMA UNGUREANU 
A native of Romania
died on January 5, 2003 at the age of 69.
Devoted mother of Viorica Silye
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

VIRGINIA T. MURRAY
died on January 10, 2003.
She was the daughter of Harold and Anna
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in St. Michael Cemetery.

ANNA M. MORREALE
died on January 6, 2003 at the age of 97.
She was the widow of the late Albert
devoted mother of Lucille Werkmeister, Anthony and the late Albert
Sister of the late Emma Breitsh
also survived by six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 
Services were officiated by the Reverend Boyd Lowry of United Presbyterian Church of Ridgewood
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ANNA KOVACH
died on January 5, 2003 at the age of 87.
She was the devoted aunt of Elizabeth Peitler
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.

ALEX R. REYES
died on January 9, 2003 at the age of 92
He was the devoted father of Alex Reyes
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

GLORIA BOCCIO
died on January 12, 2003.
She was the widow of the late James
devoted mother of Dona. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Raymond Church
Interment in St. Raymond Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

FERNANDA ASENCIO
died on January 12, 2003.
She was the devoted mother of Maria. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

LIVIJUS ZIVKU
of Ridgewood 
A native of Vladimirovic, Yugoslavia 
died on January 9, 2003 at the age of 72.
he was the beloved husband of 
devoted Mariafather of Sofia Mijuca, Juliana, John and George Zivku
dear brother of Sabina Fridl and Valeria Stankovic
also survived by five grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

CATHERINE HERBST
of Ridgewood 
A native of New York
died on January 4, 2003 at the age of 82. 
she was the widow of the late Joseph
devoted mother of Georgetta Monaco
dear sister of Frances Lang
also survived by two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in St. Michael Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

GIROLAMA VASILE-COZZO
of Ridgewood
A native of Castellamare del Gulfo, Sicily, Italy
died on January 6, 2003 at the age of 75.  
she was the widow of the late Salvatore
devoted mother of Anna Vasile-Cozzo and Angela Martucci
dear sister of Patricia DiSpigna
also survived by three grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

MADELINE ALBERICI
of Glendale
died on January 10, 2003 at the age of 77.
She was the beloved wife of Adolph, Sr.
loving mother of Adolph, Jr., Vincent and Madeline Denison
dear sister of Vincent, Al and Sam Previti
dear grandmother of Irene, Jenine, Kellie, Jessie and Jamie. 
She was a member of Catholic Daughters of America
St. Rose of Lima, St. Joseph Society and Padre Pio Group. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

WILLIAM J. MOHR, Jr., 
formerly of Glendale,
died on January 9, 2003 at the age of 62
He was the loving husband of Felicia (nee Bianchi), 
beloved father of Caroline DeFelice, Frances Wittreich and William III
devoted son of William, Sr.
dear grandfather of Joseph, Dana, Felicia, Samantha, John, Kaitlin and William IV
He was a former scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 383. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

SILVIO VALENTE
of Glendale
died on January 7, 2003 at the age of 82
He was the beloved husband of Helen (nee Loganzo)
loving father of Dianne Harris and Barbara Ruppert
dear grandfather of Samantha and Seth Harris. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church, 
Entombment in Hillview Mausoleum, Moravian Cemetery.
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

The Week of January 23, 2003
ELIZABETH KOHLER
of Glendale
A native of Germany
died on January 15, 2003 at the age of 88. 
Devoted mother of Elizabeth Wood, MaryAnn Meihoeffer, Walter and Otto
also survived by nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. 
Services were officiated by Reverend Edward J. Callahan IV
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

SUSAN GIACCONE
died on January 14, 2003 at the age of 83.
She was the dear mother of Anthony, and the late Joseph and Diana Zaner
mother-in-law of Pat and Maurice
dear grandmother of Anthony, Michael, Susan and James
also survived by seven great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JOHN V. MUIR
died on January 15, 2003 at the age of 63
He was the dear brother of Michael, Muriel and Elaine Sonowski, 
cherished uncle of David and Charles
He was a U.S. Army veteran. 
Cremation was in Fresh Pond Crematory
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MARTHA SKROBELA
died on January 17, 2003 at the age of 88.
She was the widow of the late John, 
mother of Peter and Paul (deceased) and mother-in-law of Frances and Katherine
dear sister of Grace Bishop, 
cherished grandmother of Jennifer, David and John. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

IRMA MOFFET
died on January 18, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the widow of the late William, 
cherished grandmother of Elizabeth Diaz, William, Walter and Eileen Czerwinski
also survived by eleven great-grandchildren. 
Cremation was in Fresh Pond Crematory
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MAGDALENA NADLER
of Glendale
A native of Gottschee, Austria
died on January 20, 2003 at the age of 90. 
she was the beloved wife of Richard
devoted mother of Richard, Herbert, Ernestine Matzelle, Ernest and Walter
also survived by eleven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

FANNY GIAIMO
died on January 15, 2003 at the age of 92.
She was the widow of the late Rosario J.
devoted aunt of Reverend Bruce Williams
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

JOSE CRUZ
died on January 14, 2003
He was the devoted father of Steven Santiago
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

JOSEPH KARCH
died on January 17, 2003 at the age of 100
He was the husband of the late May
devoted father of Joan Lyons, Marie Peterson, Jean Murphy and Alice Lopez
also survived by twelve grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus #1814 Ridgewood Council. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ROSA KUHN 
She was a long time resident of Ridgewood and Middle Village
died at the age of 95.
She was the widow of the late Otto. 
Reposing at Village Chapels, 67-67 Eliot Avenue, Middle Village.
Internment on Friday in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

PAULA PAPESCH
of Ridgewood 
A native of Altag, Gottschee, Austria
died on January 13, 2003 at the age of 90. 
she was the beloved wife of Arthur Papesch
devoted mother of Hertha Handler and Heidi Dulzer
also survived by four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ANGELINA SAMES
of Glendale
A native of Begejci, Yugoslavia
died on January 14, 2003 at the age of 81.  
she was the wife of the late Todor
devoted mother of Denuta and Maria Spariosu and George Sames
dear sister of Nickolae Jorja
also survived by four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Father Casian Fetea
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

The Week of January 30, 2003
FRANK J. MODAFFERI
of Ridgewood
A native of New York
died on January 22, 2003 at the age of 61. 
he was the beloved husband of Joni
devoted father of Salvatore, Thomas and Joseph
loving son of Lucy and Tom Fritz
dear brother of Betty Porrello
fond grandfather of Thomas, Samantha, Jacquelyn and Ashley. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

WILLIAM J. MOHR JR. 
formerly of Glendale
died on January 9, 2003 at the age of 62
He was the loving husband of Felicia (nee Bianchi), 
beloved father of Caroline and Joseph DeFelice, Frances and Jimmy Wittreich 
	and William III and Jennifer Mohr
devoted grandfather of Joseph, Dana, Felicia, Samantha, John, Kaitlin and William IV
dear son of William Sr
He was a former scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 383. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
George Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

JOHN E. COLLINS (JACK)
died on January 24, 2003 at the age of 70
He was the loving father of Susan Acosta and father-in-law of David
dear brother of Gerald Collins, Brendan Collins, and the late Patrick Collins and 
brother-in-law of Eleanor, Catherine, and the late Gayle, 
cherished grandfather of A.J. and Liam
devoted companion of Nancy Burke. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JOSEPH COLUCCIELLO
died on January 23, 2003 at the age of 66
He was the beloved husband of Clara
dear brother of Orlando, Angelina Gangi, and Lena Truppi
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Savior Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

CAROL LaGRANDIER
died on January 25, 2003 at the age of 57.
She was the dear sister of Lynne Neve. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOSE ABREU
died on January 20, 2003 at the age of 60
He was the beloved husband of Maria. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary’s Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

WALTER PANESSO JARMILLO
died on January 22, 2003
He was the dear brother of Sandra Panesso. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

CARMEN L. KRESSE
died on January 21, 2003 at the age of 63.
She was the beloved wife of Edward. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

WILLIAM LaGRANGE
died on January 22, 2003 at the age of 85
He was the husband of the late Caroline
devoted uncle of Warren LaGrange. 
Services were held at Trinity-St. Andrews Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MARGARET J. FERRARA 
of Breezy Point
A native of New York
died on January 27, 2003 at the age of 92.  
she was the widow of the late Dr. Jerome Ferrara
devoted mother of Bernadette Weimer, Ann Margaret Currie, Geraldine Boccia, 
	Charles, Paul and Jerome Ferrara
also survived by sixteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Thomas Moore Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ROSE ANN SINGH 
of Jackson Heights
A native of New York
died on January 26, 2003 at the age of 54. 
she was the loving daughter of Millie
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ANNA CUMMINGS
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on January 24, 2003 at the age of 75. 
she was the dear sister of Mary Cummings and Raymond Cummings. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

PHILIPP HAUSER
of Glendale
A native of Feketisch, Austria-Hungary
died on January 22, 2003 at the age of 89. 
he was the beloved husband of Katharina Bieber
devoted father of Nikolaus and Ludwig Hauser
also survived by two grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Albert Potgeiter
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

JOHN J. KIERNAN
died on January 28, 2003 at the age of 65
He was the husband of the late Patricia
devoted father of John J. Jr., Patrick and Michael Kiernan and Doreen Kiernan-Hinz
loving son of Catherine
dear brother of Nancy Bracco and Joseph
also survived by seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 
Colonial Funeral Home, 2819 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island
Interment in Resurrection Cemetery.

ROSEANNE REIMANN (nee Cavanagh) 
of Tempe, Arizona, formerly of Ridgewood,
died on January 16, 2003 at the age of 68. 
She and her late husband Jimmy were the owners of Jay Kay Candy Company on Cypress Avenue 
	in Ridgewood for many years.
She was the devoted mother of Joann, Matthew and Denise
dear sister and sister-in-law of Helen and Alex Guilmin
dear grandmother of Jaymie, Craig and Rose
fond aunt of Kathy and Jeanne. 
Memorial services were held at the Newcomer Family Mortuary in Scottsdale, Arizona.

The Week of February 6, 2003
BERTHA ROBERTS
of Ridgewood
died on February 1, 2003 at the age of 97.
She was the widow of the late Robert
devoted mother of Betty, Robert and Joseph
dear sister of Victoria and Thelma
also survived by seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and 
one great-great grandchild. Entombment was in Ferncliff Cemetery, Hartsdale, New York.
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

MARIE BROSTOWIN
of Ridgewood
died on January 11, 2003 at the age of 99.
She was the loving aunt of Edward Niitzel and the late John Niitzel. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

HARCHARAN KI CHANLA
died on February 1, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of Jagjit
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation.

MILDRED BYRNES
died on February 1, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Robert
devoted mother of Pat and Bea Nodar
loving grandmother of Benjamin and Bob
also survived by three great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Aloysius Church
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

CAROL LA GRANDIER (nee Van Winckle),
died on January 25, 2003 at the age of 56.
She was the beloved companion of Bernie
devoted mother of Elizabeth and the late Joseph Van Winckle
dear sister-in-law of Joey, Marisa and Cindy
dear sister of Lynne, Jimmy and the late Joseph
dear aunt of Nick, Ryan, Mark, Joseph, Lindsay and Michele. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ALBERT J. KLINE
died on February 1, 2003. A World War II veteran, 
he was the beloved husband of Mary
devoted father of Mellody De Santis
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

HARRY J. FISHER
died on January 31, 2003 at the age of 84. 
A World War II veteran, 
he was the beloved husband of Patricia
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Kensico Cemetery.

MARGARET KESTLER
died on January 31, 2003 at the age of 93.
She was the devoted mother of Joyce P. Shanahan, Pat and Mary
also survived by twelve grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

VINCENT BAFFA
of Glendale
died on January 27, 2003 at the age of 73
He was the loving husband of Mabel (nee Richmond), 
father of the late Daniel
dear cousin of Robert and Pat Baffa
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale, 
officiated by Reverend Michael T. Ross
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.

GOTTFRIED FREUND
of Glendale
A native of Yugoslavia
died on February 3, 2003 at the age of 67.  
he was the beloved husband of Hanny B. 
Services were officiated by Reverend Robert Sonnenberg
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

JOHN MILLER
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on February 3, 2003 at the age of 90. 
he was the husband of the late Ann
dear brother of Fred Miller
He was a U.S. Navy veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Aloysius Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

JOHN PETSCHAUER 
of Syosset,
A native of Tappelwerch, Gottschee, Austria
died on February 2, 2003 at the age of 79.  
he was the beloved husband of Mildred
devoted father of Donna Buchbauer and Gary Petschauer
dear father-in-law of Paul Buchbauer and Joan Petschauer
also survived by four grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

FREDERICK KRAMER 
of Jamaica
A native of New York
died on January 23, 2003 at the age of 60. 
he is survived by nieces and nephews
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

CAROLINE KRUEGER
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on January 31, 2003 at the age of 81.
she was the widow of the late Alfred
devoted mother of Carol Krueger, Maryanne Hanerfeld, Susan O’Rourke and James Krueger
also survived by six grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

SKENDER BAKALLI
of Glendale
A native of Korce, Albania
died on February 2, 2003 at the age of 71.  
he was the devoted father of Adriana Topore, Kozeta Vasili and Mailinda Topollaj
dear brother of Ollga Buxhaku and Sotir Toce
also survived by five grandchildren. 
Services were held at St. Nicholas Albanian Orthodox Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ANA ORTIZ 
of Brooklyn
A native of Corozal, Puerto Rico
died on February 3, 2003 at the age of 79. 
Devoted mother of Miriam Quintana, Ana Velez, Ruben Vasquez Jr., 
	Sharon Dones and Miriam Quintana
dear sister of Doris Valez, Nito Ortiz and Armando Ortiz
also survived by four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend John Rivera
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

MARGARET WHALEN 
of Maspeth
A native of Brooklyn
died on February 3, 2003 at the age of 91. 
she was the widow of the late William
devoted mother of Barbara Sisco, Margaret Henglein and Marilyn Malloy
dear sister of Anna Buckheit and Mae Grigonis
also survived by thirteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of February 13, 2003
MYRON LAWRENCE LIEBRADER  
A native of Brooklyn
former resident of Sunnyside and Bayside
died on January 31, 2003 at the age of 73. 
He was the son of Sol and Estelle Liebrader, 
husband of the late Barbara. 
Survived by son Andrew, daughter Donna, son-in-law Kevin and grandson Brandon. 
He is also survived by brother Fred and sister-in-law Ginny. 
He graduated from Brooklyn Technical High School and earned a Bachelor of Science and 
Masters Degree from New York University. 
He spent two years in the Coast Guard during the Korean War. Liebrader started teaching 
social studies at Grover Cleveland High School in Ridgewood in 1954. He was then promoted 
to assistant principal-organization and then to principal. His career at Grover Cleveland 
lasted 47 years, which is a record for the most years spent by one person in the same high 
school building in the history of the New York City school system. He became Grover Cleveland’s 
principal in 1971 and remained in that position for 30 years before retiring in 2001 as the 
most senior high school principal in the New York City school system. While principal at 
Grover Cleveland, he earned many awards and honors. These included the Educational Leadership 
Award presented by the Jewish Teachers Community Chest, Effective Leadership Equals Effective 
School Award by the Council of Supervisors and Administrators, the Jubilarian Award by 
Chancellor Crew and the Council of Supervisors and Administrators for 30 years of service 
as a supervisor in the New York City public schools. He served as president of the New York 
City Principal’s Association and won the Principal of the Year Award given by the National 
Association of Secondary School Principals. He mentored many teachers who then took on 
leadership roles in the school system. More teachers working under his direction went on 
to become supervisors and principals than any other principal in the history of the school 
system. He taught a secretarial coaching course at Queensborough Community College to prepare 
secretaries for the New York City School System
He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge and 
a past president of the Lakeside Towers Cooperative Board
He was a member of the school board at Temple Beth Sholom in Flushing and also served on its 
board of trustees. 
Contributions in his memory, 
can be made to the Leukemia Fund, 
Long Island Jewish Medical Center, 270-05 76th Avenue, New Hyde Park, NY 11040 
Attention: Dr. Kanti Rai.

EDWARD C. PILLER, SR.
of Glendale
A native of Queens
died on February 9, 2003 at the age of 78. 
he was the beloved husband of Gloria
devoted father of Edward, James, Steven and Martin
dear brother of Thomas
fond grandfather of Jenna, Marty, Micki, Janeen, Grant, Laureen and Kaely
He was a member of The Disabled American Veterans. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

JOSEPH GEREMIA
died on February 7, 2003 at the age of 62
He was the loving father of Theresa Apostolo, Angelo, Angela Valenti, and Joseph
dear brother of Benjamin Geremia, cherished grandfather of Melissa, Michael, and Nicholas. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Valhalla, New York.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

LAWRENCE SCHOLL, a World War II veteran,
died on February 3, 2003 at the age of 79
He was the beloved husband of Doris
devoted father of Thomas, Veronica and Frank
dear brother of Eleanor, Rose and Veronica
also survived by eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren
He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

BARBARA JAMES
died on February 5, 2003 at the age of 68.
She was the devoted mother of Marcine Gloudon
mother-in-law of Ulric Gloudon
also survived by two grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

IRIDIO C. MARINI
died on February 5, 2003 at the age of 61
He was the dear brother of Electra and Ileana
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

CHRISTINE ORLANDO
died on February 8, 2003 at the age of 56.
She was the dear aunt of Mark DePalma
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Lutheran/ All Faiths Cemetery.

ROXANNE CARTER
died on February 7, 2003 at the age of 44.
She was the loving daughter of Frances and Albert
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

PATRICIA BUSCETTA
died on February 9, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of John
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

IRENE AKALSKI
died on February 9, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of Michael, mother of Richard
loving daughter of Hedwig
dear sister of Richard, Frank Jr., Marion and the late Stephen. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ARTHUR PAPESCH
of Ridgewood
A native of Altlag, Gottschee, Austria
died on February 7, 2003 at the age of 89. 
he was the husband of the late Paula
devoted father of Heidi Dulzer and Hertha Handler
dear brother of Ingrid Kracker
also survived by four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mathias Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ROBERT J. KENNEY 
of Laurel, New York, 
formerly of Glendale,
died on February 9, 2003 at the age of 84
He was the husband of the late Florence (nee Barrett)
dear brother of Warren (Edith), brother-in-law of Margaret Reinhard, 
the late Irene Barrett, Marie Kossmann, Lucille Motto and Catherine Barrett
devoted uncle of Nancy Motto, Monica Jacques and Michael Motto and numerous nieces and nephews
He was a Purple Heart recipient from World War II and a member of the American Legion Post 104, 
Catholic War Veterans and Knights of Columbus Council #5103. 
Mass of Christian Burial at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery. 
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

RICHARD W. SIEB 
of Sarasota, Florida, 
A native of Brooklyn
died January 31, 2003 at the age of 68. 
he moved to Sarasota in 1995
He was a U.S. Army veteran. Survivors include his partner, Ellyn Russell; 
daughter Joann Paterniti; 
son Richard T.; 
brother Louie; and granddaughter Sophia.

SISTER AGNES KELLY
of Ridgewood
A native of New York City
died on February 2, 2003 at the age of 91. 
she is survived by nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grandnephews. 
She was a member of the Sisters of Mary Reparatrix. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Wasmund & Sorice Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

GEORGE SCHIEBELHUTH
of Glendale
died on February 7, 2003 at the age of 81
He was the beloved brother of Elizabeth DeKercado
dear uncle of Florence and Robert Terdeman, Theodoris Huber, John and Mary Weis; 
great-uncle of Michael Terdeman
He was a member of the Glendale Catholic Club. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

The Week of February 20, 2003
MARIA LUSCHER
of Ridgewood
A native of Graz, Austria
died on February 14, 2003 at the age of 75. 
she was the widow of the late Karl
devoted mother of Eleanor Coffey and Rosemarie Denninger
dear sister of Johanna, Elsa, Horst, Rudi and Josef
dear grandmother of Edward and Andrew. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Pinelawn Cemetery.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

GRACE CORBO
died on February 16, 2003 at the age of 79.
She was the beloved wife of Carl
loving mother of Salvatore and Marie Riolo, 
cherished grandmother of John and Cole. 
Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Church, 
Entombment in St. Michaels Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JOSEPH GEREMIA
died on February 7, 2003 at the age of 62
He was the husband of the late Roberta
loving father of Theresa Apostolo, Angelo, Angela Valenti and Joseph
dear brother of Benjamin Geremia, cherished grandfather of Melissa, Michael and Nicholas. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Valhalla, New York.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

DOMINICK GUADAGNO
died on February 12, 2003 at the age of 85
He was the loving father of Patrick, Laura Hewson, and Rosemarie O’Dougherty 
and father-in-law of Maria and John, 
cherished grandfather of Stephanie, Melissa, John, Joseph and Liam. 
He served his country during World War II. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ANGELINA PERRINO
died on February 10, 2003 at the age of 89.
She was the widow of the late Frank
loving mother of Cecelia Carbone, cherished grandmother of Michele and 
greatChris-grandmother of Michael, Matthew and Mary. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary Church
Interment in St. John’s Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MAUREEN E. ROWAN
died on February 15, 2003 at the age of 72.
She was the widow of the late John G.
devoted mother of Wayne K., and Jacqueline
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

MARIA GIULIANA
died on February 16, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of Antonino
devoted mother of Rosanna Sangiorgio
dear sister of Antoinette Scibilia, Jerry Accomando and Josephine Calabrese. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

HASSAN QERIM
died on February 10, 2003 at the age of 85
He was the devoted father of Tele Aquilino, Keri Soldano, Julie Travella, Raymond Kerim 
	and Kenny Kerim
He was a World War II veteran
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory. 

LUZ C. MAITLAND
died on February 10, 2003 at the age of 31.
She was the beloved wife of Christopher
loving daughter of Luz and Jose
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.

JOSEF MEISL, 
formerly of Glendale,
A native of Suchenrevter, Gottschee, Austria
died on January 31, 2003 at the age of 75. 
he was the beloved husband of Helen (49 years)
devoted father of Josef, Stephen, Traudi Thomason, Irene Concannon, Nancy Sullivan and Kathy Meisl
dear brother of Robert, Ernestine Handler, Hedy Eppich and the late Walter
also survived by 10 grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Valley Church, Sheffield Massachusetts
Interment in Sandesfield Center Cemetery, Massachusetts. 

IRMGARD B. WALTER
of Ridgewood
A native of Berlin, Germany
died on February 12, 2003 at the age of 78. 
she was the widow of the late Kurt
devoted mother of Franz and Gerard
also survived by four grandchildren. 
officiated by Reverend Albert Potgeiter of Trinity Reformed Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Morton Funeral Home, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

LJUBA KONSTANTIN 
of East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
A native of Susice, Yugoslavia
died on February 12, 2003 at the age of 44.  
she was the beloved wife of Viorel
devoted mother of Mirjana, Valentina, Ana, Pavel and Ljuba
loving daughter of Zorka Stolic
dear sister of Milka, Dosta and Jalica
Morton Funeral Home, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

The Week of February 27, 2003
EUGENE L. SLOBODIN
of Glendale
died on February 25, 2003 at the age of 45
He was the beloved husband of Dianne (nee Moore)
devoted father of Crystal Dearborn, Ruth and 
Emily Slobodin
He was a member of the NYPD Benevolent Association. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Pancras Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory. 
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

MARIE GIUNTA
of Glendale
died on February 25, 2003 at the age of 73.
She was the widow of the late Joseph
devoted mother of Cecelia and the late Connie Giunta
dear sister of Joseph, Michael and the late Como and Cono DePaola. 
She was a member of AARP and Sacred Heart Seniors Guild. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Sacred Heart Church
interment in St. John Cemetery. 
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

GEORGE GEUTER
died on February 16, 2003 at the age of 96
He was the husband of the late Mabel
loving father of Ronald and father-in-law of Jean
dear brother of Leonard and the late Edward,
 cherished grandfather of Lisa Quagliata, and great-grandfather of Anthony and Kristin. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ROSE MASTROCINGUE
died on February 17, 2003 at the age of 77.
She was the widow of the late Andrew Sr.
loving mother of Nicholas, Andrew Jr., and Pete and mother-in-law of Adeline, Loretta and Debra
dear sister of Ann Lewis, also survived by nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Francis de Paola Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

DOROTHY MANZO
died on February 22, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the widow of the late Vincent
loving mother of Francine DiCecio, Anthony and RoseLee Curby 
and mother-in-law of Richard, Pamela and Michael, 
cherished grandmother of Allison, Lauren and Jack Vincent. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady Of Hope Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ROBERT W. SMITH, 
a World War II veteran,
died on February 16, 2003 at the age of 79
He was the beloved husband of Jean
devoted father of Brian and Craig
also survived by four grandchildren. 
officiated by Pastor Boyd Lowry of the United Presbyterian Church of Ridgewood
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ELFRIEDE FRIEDE (Heck) (nee Hargens)
of Glendale
A native of Germany
died on February 22, 2003 at the age of 101 years. 
she was the widow of the late William F. Heck and Bruno W. Friede
devoted mother of Elsie Heck. 
officiated by Pastor Albert Potgieter
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

SUE AVELLINO
died on February 23, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Agatino
devoted mother of Joseph, Josephine, Phyllis, Kathleen and Charlene
also survived by eighteen grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MARION E. RECKENBEIL
died on February 20, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the beloved wife of Frank
devoted mother of John T. Schultz
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret and Mary Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

DONALD SAPIENZA
died on February 19, 2003
He was the beloved husband of Corinne
devoted father of Michael, Jeanine, Diane, Stephen, Paul and Susan
loving son of Arthur
dear brother of Barbara and Rick
also survived by seven grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ANNA HINES
died on February 17, 2003 at the age of 88.
She was the devoted mother of Eugene
loving grandmother of Steven. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOANN FRIEDMAN
died on February 20, 2003 at the age of 80.
She was the dear aunt of Phyllis Williams
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

SAMANTHA BARAHONA
died on February 19, 2003.
She was the loving daughter of Maria and Tito. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

GEORGE BLUEMKE
died on February 16, 2003 at the age of 71
He was the beloved husband of Ellen
devoted father of Barbara and Thomas. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Epiphany Church
Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

WILLIAM DICKINSON
of Glendale
A native of England
died on February 19, 2003 at the age of 85. 
he was the beloved husband of Katherine
dear brother of Peggy Faulkner and brother-in-law of John Faulkner and Alice
fond uncle of Michael, William and Richard Faulkner 
and several nieces and nephews in England
He was a member of the New York Carpenters Union for thirty years and served as head 
	teacher at the New York District Council of Carpenters Apprentice School from 1972 to 1982. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ANNA (Tucker) HASTINGS 
of Maspeth
A native of Brooklyn
died on February 23, 2003 at the age of 66. 
she was the beloved wife of Thomas
devoted mother of John, Michael, Daniel and Lynda Brachulis
dear sister of Ellen Sheridan
also survived by five grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

MARIJA SIMUNOVIC 
of Oneonta, New York
A native of Despotovo, Serbia, Yugoslavia
died on February 17, 2003 at the age of 72.  
she was the beloved wife of Lazar
devoted mother of Pavel and Nikola Simunovic
dear sister of Dusan Suvacar
also survived by five grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Father Sinisa Jocic
Interment in Linden Hills Cemetery.
 
JULIANA BIRCIA 
of Narrowsburg, New York
A native of Seleus, Yugoslavia
died on February 17, 2003 at the age of 75. 
she was the beloved wife of Jon
devoted mother of Josim Bircia and Anuta Rosanda
also survived by four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Father Musta
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

EDWARD KNAUFF
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on February 21, 2003 at the age of 68.
he was the beloved husband of Elizabeth
devoted father of Edward Knauff, Steven Knauff and Deborah Nick
dear brother of Minette and Frederick Knauff
also survived by seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Deacon Philip Ehresmann
Interment in Lutheran All Fairths Cemetery.

EMMA E. MAAS
of Glendale
died on February 24, 2003 at the age of 91.
She was the devoted mother of Joan Speel
dear grandmother of Darlene Napadano, Elaine Semins and Daniel
great-grandmother of Jessica and Andrew
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.

The Week of March 6, 2003
GEORGE SCHENDORF
died on February 14, 2003 at the age of 55
He was the devoted father of Michael, Tara and Jessica
loving son of Lillian Schendorf
also survived by a brother, sister and nieces and nephews
Schawaroch Funeral Home, 58-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

LUDWIG KLINGER
of Glendale
A native of New York
died on March 1, 2003 at the age of 86. , 
he was the beloved husband of Agnes (nee Theilig) 
devoted father of Kenneth A., Darren A., Martin D. and Glenn A. Klinger
dear grandfather of Kieth and Brian Klinger, Vicki Gane and Michael Klinger
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale
Interment in St. John Cemetery.

LOUISE REINHARDT
of Glendale,
A native of Wuestenrot, Germany
died on March 1, 2003 at the age of 97. 
she was the widow of the late Gottlieb
devoted mother of Helen Lesawich, Adolph Reinhardt and Elizabeth Haller
also survived by six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
She was a member of Evangelical Fellowship Chapel. 
Services were officiated by Pastor Sal Puma
Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

GARY GRAY
died on February 24, 2003
He was the dear brother of Maureen Keck. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MICHAEL LANGSAM
died on February 22, 2003
He was the loving son of Norbert
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

VINCENT DIAZ was the loving son of Vincent and Maria
dear brother of Jenny Feliciano. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Bridget Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JENNIE FALTORUSSO
died on February 25, 2003 at the age of 88.
She was the widow of the late Anthony
devoted mother of Joseph Faltorusso. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JANE NORMANDIA
died on February 23, 2003 at the age of 89.
She was the widow of the late Louis
devoted mother of Vivian Columbia, Annette Raso and Sam. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOHN CHRISTENSEN
died on March 1, 2003
He was the husband of the late Katherine
devoted father of Ann DeSena, Janet Kelly and Dennis Christensen
also survived by seven grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.

ANTHONY CITERA,
died on March 1, 2003
He was the husband of the late Rita H.
devoted father of Anthony Jr., Gerard, William, Mary Alice and Kathleen Margaret Berglund
dear brother of Carmela
also survived by eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Francis of Paola Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

WALTER M. BRZOSTOWICZ
died on February 27, 2003 at the age of 76
He was the beloved husband of Jennie
loving father of Laurie McCloskey and father-in-law of John, 
cherished grandfather of Danielle
He was a U.S. Army veteran, Past Commander of the Frank Kowalinski Post #4, 
and Past Grand Marshal of the Maspeth Memorial Day Parade. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Holy Cross Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JENNIE SHASTIK
died on February 26, 2003 at the age of 79.
She was the widow of the late Alexander
loving mother of Alexa Shastik Alessi and Gregory and mother-in-law of Joseph, 
cherished grandmother of Alexandra and Adriana
loving aunt of Joyce Fallen
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Valhalla, New York.

PETER ARTIM
died on March 1, 2003 at the age of 79
He was the beloved husband of Marianna
loving father of Peter, Anthony and Frank, and father-in-law of Zuzana and Debbie, 
cherished grandfather of Gregory and Bryan
dear step-father of Barbara Czarnecki and Margaret Salem and children
dear brother of Pavol, Irena, Helena, Anna and Maria. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

CAROLINA ROSTER
died on February 25, 2003 at the age of 76.
She was the beloved wife of Eugene
loving mother of Denise Ferro and Michele Curcio
dear sister of Nicholas and Michael Copertino, 
cherished grandmother of Christopher, Katlyn and Kira. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

CECILE GODFREY
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on March 1, 2003 at the age of 87.  
she was the widow of the late Ernest
devoted mother of James Conway
dear grandmother of Patricia Kelly
great-grandmother of Paul Kelly. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

MARC A. ZANICHELLI
died on March 1, 2003 at the age of 37
He was the beloved husband of Annie
devoted father of Patricia and Marc
loving son-in-law of Angelo and Cynthia Martino
dear brother of Robert, Roger, Joy Mangone, Dawn and Jude. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

OLIVER ITENSOHN 
of Hamburg, Germany
A native of Hamburg, Germany
died on February 5, 2003 at the age of 32. 
he was the beloved husband of Tanja, 
survived by three children
loving son of Helmut and Marion Itensohn. 
Cremation was private with ashes to be interred in Hamburg, Germany.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

MATHILDA GALEA
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on February 27, 2003 at the age of 94. 
she was the widow of the late Joseph
also survived by nieces and nephews
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Michael Ross
Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.

DANICA VELIMIROVIC of Rego Park
died on February 24, 2003 at the age of 96. 
A native of Radimna, Romania
Devoted mother of Zivko and Milica Velimirovic
also survived by four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church
Interment in Cimpia Cemetery, Cimpia Romania.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

CHRISTINA GEORGE
of Ridgewood
A native of Khairpur, Pakistan
died on February 26, 2003 at the age of 43. , 
she was the beloved wife of George John. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Ann’s Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

HELEN GOUZOULIS 
of Searingtown, New York
A native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
died on February 28, 2003 at the age of 84. , 
she was the widow of the late Aristides
devoted mother of Andrew Gouzoulis and Adrienne Broch
dear sister of Athena Drakapoulos
also survived by four grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Boca Raton Municipal Cemetery. 

ANDREAS PAUSCHE
of Ridgewood
A native of Blachowitz, Gottschee 
died on March 3, 2003 at the age of 67. 
he was the dear brother of Rose Kofler, Berta Kump, Rose Kofler, Stefanie Bauer, 
Justine O’Brien, Rudolph Pausche and Erwin Pausche. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of March 13, 2003
THOMAS F. MURPHY, 
90, 
of Medusa, New York 
died Saturday, February 22, 2003 at his home. 
Born August 6, 1912 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, he was the son of the late Thomas F. and 
	Caroline (Lewis) Murphy
He was a proud union member with more than 50 years membership in Local One, 
United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing & Pipe Fitting Industry. 
He started his working career in The American Manufacturing Co. in Greenpoint. 
Later, he was a deckhand on the S.S. Onteora, a Hudson River cruise ship
He was employed for many years with Shell Oil Co. and then with independent contractors in 
the gasoline field. A resident of Middle Village for more than 60 years, he moved with his 
sons to Medusa in 1999
He was predeceased by his wife, Josephine (Puchis) Murphy. 
He is survived by his two sons, Thomas and Dennis of Medusa 
and his sister, Elizabeth Weymann of Pensacola, Florida. A 
Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Baptist R.C. Church in Greenville. 
Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, New York.

IDA SANCETTA 
of Smithtown, New York
died on February 24, 2003.
She was the sister of Ann DiMaria and the late Stephen
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ANTONIO CICCONE
died on March 6, 2003 at the age of 63
He was the beloved husband of Jean
loving father of Lucy Ancona, Salvatore, Anthony Jr., and the late Louis
dear brother of Frank, Carmine, Patricia Bologna and the late Luke, 
cherished grandfather of Kristyn, Salvatore Jr., Joseph, James and Melissa. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary’s Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

EDWARD BRONIKOWSKI
died on March 6, 2003 at the age of 82
He was the beloved husband of Carmen
loving father of Robert, Susan, George and Beatrice
also survived by numerous grandchildren
He was a World War II Army veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

PAT CANCELLARA
died on March 5, 2003 at the age of 75
He was the beloved husband of Helen V.
loving father of Glenn and 
dear Douglasbrother of Ann
He was a World War II veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary’s Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

IOANNIS KOUTSOURADIS
died on February 23, 2003 at the age of 57
He was the beloved husband of Anastasia
loving father of Anthony and Kimon Koutsouradis
dear brother of Charoula Hadios, cherished grandfather of Megan. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

FRANCES GIAMBALVO
of Glendale
A native of Italy
died on March 5, 2003 at the age of 93.  
she was the dear aunt of Lillian Pinzone, Joseph, Peter and Philip Giambalvo
also survived by many grandnieces and grandnephews. 
Interment was in St. John Cemetery
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

ANNA ZITO
died on March 8, 2003.
She was the dear aunt of Carol Escalona
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

EMMA L. KLEWENHAGEN
died on March 7, 2003.
She was the dear sister of Gloria Couthanel
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

RITA JENTZ
died on March 7, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Joseph. 
She was a member of The Salvation Army Ladies Home League. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOSEPH P. DONOVAN
died on March 3, 2003
He was the loving uncle of Cathy Garder
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

MARIA BOSCO
died on March 3, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Alfio
devoted mother of Rosalia, Salvatore, Jimmy, Fredy and Carmela
also survived by twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ELLEN WAGNER
died on March 8, 2003.
She was the dear sister of Thomas, Cathy, MaryAnne, Anna, Christine, Joanne 
	and the late Charles and the late Michael. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MARION E. RECKENBEIL
died on February 14, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the beloved wife of Herbert
devoted father of John T. Schulz
also survived by one grandchild and one great-granddaughter. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sts. Margaret and Mary Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

RAYMOND P. McBRIDE
died on March 3, 2003
He was the beloved husband of Carolann (nee Sansone)
devoted son of Raymond and son-in-law of Vincent Sansone
dear brother of Donald and Malcolm
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Resurrection Ascention Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Leo F. Kearns Funeral Home, 61-40 Woodhaven Boulevard, Rego Park.

CARMINE MARRONE 
of Orlando, Florida,
A native of Brooklyn
died on March 5, 2003 at the age of 62.  
he was the beloved husband of Marie
devoted father of Dominick Marrone
dear brother of Rita. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Aloysius Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home/ Ridewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

HELEN BECKER
of Ridgewood
A native of New York
died on March 5, 2003 at the age of 86. 
she was the widow of the late Milton
devoted mother of Myron Britton and Helene Britton
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Deacon Philip Ehresmann
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery. 

IRENE CLEMENTS
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on March 10, 2003 at the age of 61. 
she was the widow of the late Albert
devoted mother of Renee and Salvatore Moscato
dear sister of Joyce, Dee, Kay, Walter, Richie and George
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend David Stevens
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

EVELIO PEREZ 
of Flushing
A native of Guayanilla, Puerto Rico
died on March 6, 2003 at the age of 59. 
he was the beloved husband of Evelyn
devoted father of Tara, Deborah, Glisel and Evette
dear brother of Nellie, Mary and Beatrice Perez and Connie Vasquez
also survived by one grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Aloysius Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of March 20, 2003
LOUIS W. BUDER
of Glendale
died on March 15, 2003 at the age of 82
He was the beloved husband of Dolores
devoted father and father-in-law of Daneen and Paul Mermelstein, Steven and Debbie Buder 
	and Brian and Sharron Buder
dear grandfather of Brian, Jr., Nathaniel and Mark. 
He retired in 1985 as assistant vice-president of the Ridgewood Savings Band and was past 
president of the Queens County Bankers’ Association and president of the Summerfield Corporation
He was honored with a plaque naming the Glenridge Senior Center building in his name, 
and was very active in the modernization of the building. Active for many years in community 
affairs, he was a 57-year member and past commander of the Joseph B. Garity American Legion Post #562 
and had been a member of the Garity Drum Corps in his youth. As a Garity Legionnaire, he 
represented the American Legion as Grand Marshal in the 2000 Memorial Day Parade.
A veteran of World War II, he served with the 101st Army Medical Corps, 23rd General Hospital 
in Africa, Italy and France
He was a member of Boy Scout Troop 31 in Ridgewood as a youngster and took part in many reunions. 
He also worked with the Boy Scouts at Old First Presbyterian Church and St. Pancras Church. 
The St. Pancras Troop planted 1,000 trees in the Catskill Mountains and received an award for 
reforestation and environmental control
He was a charter member of the Greater Ridgewood Historical Society and assisted with the 
restoration of the Vander-Ende Onderdonk House and participated in the Oktoberfests sponsored 
by the society.
He was a former member of the Glendale Kiwanis.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, 
interment was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

HELEN T. OBREMSKI
died on March 16, 2003 at the age of 88.
She was the devoted mother of Helene Phelan, Eleanor DeCano and the late Lenard
dear sister of Stephanie Kubik
also survived by eleven grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

GERALDINE E. LAWLESS
of Glendale
died on March 15, 2003 at the age of 88.
She was the devoted mother of John, Edward and Gerald
also survived by five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

GRACE E. SALDIN
died on March 9, 2003.
She was the loving mother of Catherine Farrell and Daniel Saldin, 
cherished grandmother of Joseph, Gloria Cilluffo, Michael and Danielle. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Ascension Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

PEARL PICCOLO
died on February 16, 2003 at the age of 82.
She was the widow of the late Sebastian
also survived by several nieces, nephews and friends.
Religious services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Christ The King Cemetery, New Jersey.

ANNETTE E. BONGIORNO
died on Saturday March 8, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of John
loving mother of AnnMarie Wolfe and mother-in-law of Donald, 
cherished daughter of Anna Mele and daughter-in-law of Marie and Joseph Bongiorno. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Nicholas of Tolentine Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

WERNER EISENZOPF 
of New York
A native of Marburg Drau, Gottschee
died on March 16, 2003 at the age of 59. , 
he was the loving son of Richard and Elisabeth Eisenzopf
dear brother of Edward
He was a high school teacher with the New York City Board of Education for thirty years. 
Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church.
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory. 
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

DOROTHY ARZBERGER
of Glendale
A native of Ridgewood
died on March 15, 2003 at the age of 63. 
Devoted mother of James Arzberger
dear sister of Ann Furhmann and Catherine Meyer
also survived by one grandchild
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Allen MacLean
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

The Week of March 27, 2003
CHARLES T. HAGER Sr. 
of Forest Hills
died on March 16, 2003 at the age of 67. 
A retired Teamster of Local 282 who was associated with Boy Scout Troop 349 for more than 
30 years, he was also acknowledged as the “Unofficial Mayor of Forest Hills.” 
He was the beloved husband of Rose Mary
loving father of Sophie Hager Hume of Seattle, Washington, 
	Stephanie Hager of New Orleans, Louisiana, 
	and Charles T. Jr., of New York, 
cherished grandfather of Alexander, Christopher, Malika Rose, Karim, Charles T. III 
	and Nicholas
dear brother of Mabel Cyrankowski. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Mercy Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Fox Funeral Home, 9807 Ascan Avenue, Forest Hills.

MARTIN SCHWENDEL
died on March 21, 2003
He was the dear brother of Catherine O’Loughlin and Josephine Schwendel. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

PERNA D. SZABUNIO
died on March 19, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of Martin
loving daughter of Dominick and Frances Pucci
dear sister of Vito Pucci and Domenica Pucci-Ray. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ANTOINETTE J. CELLA
died on March 18, 2003.
She was the dear sister of Raymond. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Frances DePaola Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ANNA SALVATORE
died on March 17, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the widow of the late Aniello
loving mother of Caroline Varone, Anthony Corbisiero and Thomas Corbisiero
dear sister of Fay Bonfordino, Sadie Blasi, Josephine Forlano and Anthony Criscuolo, 
cherished grandmother of Angela, David, Joseph and Donna
great-grandmother of Frank, Vincent, Nicole, Anthony and Thomas. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JOHN F. GILDAY (Jack)
died on March 19, 2003 at the age of 73
He was the beloved husband of Patricia
loving father of John, Thomas, Mary DeLeo, Joseph, Daniel and Patricia O’Neill
dear father-in-law of Randi, Angela, John, Cecilia and Michael
dear brother of Dorothy McManus and Katherine Duer, 
cherished grandfather of Diana, John, Sarah, Kathryn, Erin, Daniel and Patrick. 
He served in the U.S. Army in Korea with the 5th Regimental Combat Team. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ANTHONY N. NAPOLITANO
died on March 17, 2003 at the age of 56
He was the husband of Joan
loving father of Anthony, Robert and Louis and 
dear-father-in-law of Nancy, Shannah and Annie, cherished son of Concetta
loving grandfather of Toniann, Joseph, Robert Jr., and Alyssa
dear brother of John Napolitano and Diane Macchia
He was a U.S. Army veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MINERVA NIEVES
died on March 20, 2003 at the age of 54.
She was the beloved wife of Jorge L., cherished daughter of Monserrate Gonzalez
loving mother of George
dear sister of Milagros Negron and sister-in-law of Junior, 
cherished aunt of Michael, Gabriel, Christopher and Anthony. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Sebastian Church
Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

GENEVIEVE HINRICHSEN 
of Middle Village
died on March 17, 2003.
She was the beloved aunt of Richard G. Oakes, Michael Hahn, Dorothy Naef and Lawrence Hinrichsen
also survived by many great-nieces and great-nephews. 
She was a retired supervisor for NY Telephone and a member of St. Margaret Senior Citizens. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Michaels Funeral Home, 79-22 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ALBINA GLADITSCH
of Glendale
A native of Gottschee, Slovenia
died on March 21, 2003 at the age of 63. 
she was the beloved wife of Peter
loving mother of Peter and Heidi Keeney
also survived by four grandchildren, one brother and two sisters. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

JOHN E. WAGNER
died on March 21, 2003 at the age of 80
He was the husband of the late Marie, beloved father of John Jr., and Lance, 
father-in-law of Sandra and Cheryl, grandfather of Lance Jr., John III, Caroline and Michael
He was a charter member of the Kiwanis Club
of Glendale, retired owner of the Glendale Lumber Company and a decorated veteran of World War II. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

GERARD LENDLE
of Glendale
died on March 22, 2003 at the age of 60
He was the loving husband of Rafaela, beloved father of Richard, Thomas, Michael, and Kevin
devoted grandfather of Wyatt, Justin, Ashley and Olivia, brother of Robert and Dennis Braun
dear son of Mildred Braun
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale
Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.

MARGARET SCHEER,
died on March 23, 2003 at the age of 67.
She was the devoted mother of David and Ann Killion
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

MARIJA JANKOVIC
of Ridgewood
A native of Knezevac, Yugoslavi
died on March 19, 2003 at the age of 78
she was the widow of the late Svetislav
devoted mother of Nedeljka Peric and Vidosava Radovanovic
loving daughter of Josip Pop and Helena 
dear Horvatsister of Katica Ling, Anica Vas and Mica Kovac
also survived by three grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Municipal Cemetery, Jasenovo, Yugoslavia.

The Week of April 3, 2003
PETER CORREALE
died on March 31, 2003 at the age of 99
He was the dear uncle of Vincent D’Amore, Elizabeth Liguori, and Florence Buono. 
officiated by the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ANNE G. MOLLOY
died on March 29, 2003 at the age of 82.
She was the wife of the late John
devoted mother of John, Michael, Kathleen and Virginia. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

HELEN GESCHWIND
of Ridgewood
died on March 25, 2003 at the age of 82.
She was the wife of the late Adam
devoted mother of Phyllis Wohlenberg, John M. and Steven Geschwind
dear sister of Emma Legge
also survived by three grandchildren. 
officiated by Reverend Ernest Stafford of St. John’s E.U.B. Church
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ADOLFO DUCOS
died on March 27, 2003 at the age of 65
He was the beloved husband of Ada
devoted father of Rudy, Grisette and Eric
dear brother of Josefa, America, Rogelio, Peter (Maria Theresa)
also survived by three grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Laurel Grove Cemetery.

LEO F. KENT
died on March 21, 2003 at the age of 39
He was the dear husband of Karen
devoted father of Steven. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery. 
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOHN P. RESCH
died on March 25, 2003 at the age of 83
He was the beloved brother of Edward
loving uncle of John, Christine, Theresa, Edward, Thomas and Debbie, 
cherished great uncle and great great uncle of numerous nieces and nephews. 
officiated by Reverend Michael T. Ross
Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

REGINA FILLON HERRMANN 
of Port St. Lucie, Florida
A native of Brooklyn
died on March 13, 2003 at the age of 85.  
she was predeceased by her husband Edward in 
She was the 1987.beloved wife of Gustave D. Herrmann
fond aunt of Patricia Whelan and James Whelan of Carrolton, Texas. 
She was a member of St. Lucie Catholic Church. 
Interment was in White City Cemetery, Fort Pierce, Florida. 
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Lucie Catholic Church, 425 Irving Street, 
Port St. Lucie Florida, 34983. 

OSBARD RIVERA 
of Brooklyn
A native of Brooklyn
died on March 22, 2003 at the age of 66. 
he was the husband of the late Joann
devoted father of Kathleen, Thomas, Corina and Christine
dear brother of Raqual, Zorina, Hector, Irina and Patricia
He was an active member of St. Martin of Tours Church. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Martin of Tours Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

DONALD J. MORONEY
Born in Brooklyn
died on March 18, 2003 at the age of 72. 
he was living at the Kane Nursing Home in Glen Hazel, Pennsylvania. 
A member of St. Teresa Church in Munhall, Pennsylvania, he worked for Reynolds Real Estate
He was the beloved brother of Joan Pare of Fishkill, New York, 
and the cherished uncle of Mary Conners. 
Cremains were buried in St. John Cemetery 
Michaels Funeral Home.

JOHN B. TIMONEY 
of Port Orange, Florida
A native of New York
died on March 23, 2003 at the age of 86. 
he was the beloved husband of Emma. 
Services were offered at graveside, 
interment was in Mount Olivet Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ANASTASIA PALIWODA 
of Brooklyn 
A native of New York
died on March 28, 2003 at the age of 87.
, 
she was the wife of the late Benjamin
dear sister of Josephine Cox. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Aloysius Church
Interment in Most Holy Trinity Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

FLORA A. KELLY 
of Coral Springs, Florida,
A native of Brooklyn
died on March 26, 2003 at the age of 89.
she was the dear sister of Yolanda Varca
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandivew Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in St. John Cemetery.

The Week of April 10, 2003
WALTER J. STEINMETZ
of Glendale  
died on April 5, 2003 at the age of 68. 
A native of Ridgewood, he was the beloved husband of Inge (nee 
devoted Sternecker)father of Walter J. Jr., Leonard M., and Thomas C. Steinmetz
also survived by two grandchildren
He was a retired FDNY firefighter. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

TIMOTHY CURRAN
died on April 1, 2003 at the age of 59
He was the beloved husband of Eileen (nee O’Connor)
loving son of 
dear Hannahbrother of John and Kathleen Davey. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

JOSEFINE RENN (nee Feisthammel), 
age 81, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2003 at her home. 
She was born and raised in Romania and lived in Ridgewood for 35 years before moving to 
Milford, Pennsylvania in 1990. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Saint Vincent DePaul 
R.C. Church in Dingman Hills, Pennsylvania. 
She was pre-deceased by her beloved husband Michael, who died on May 24, 2002. 
Survivors include her two loving daughters: Anne Guimond of Parsippany 
	and Josephine Schultz of Milford; 
her dear stepdaughter Margarete Bonkiewicz of Endwell, New York; 
and her eight cherished grandchildren and four cherished great-grandchildren. 
Par-Troy Funeral Home, 95 Parsippany Road, Parsippany 
The liturgy of Christian Burial at Saint Christopher Church, 1050 Littleton Road, Parsippany. 
Interment was in Linden Hill Cemetery.

VERONICA O’MALLEY
died on April 5, 2003 at the age of 71.
She was the devoted mother of Janet, Steven and Dennis. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Teresa Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ALFRED JOHN MANN
died on April 5, 2003
He was the beloved husband of Mary
devoted father of Joan, William, John and Alfred
also survived by six grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

EILEEN HERLIHY
died on April 3, 2003 at the age of 100.
She was the devoted aunt of Harry Jones. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Mercy Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOYCE KRESLOFF
died on April 5, 2003.
She was the devoted friend of Mildred Saxe
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MIROSLAV IGNJATOVIC
of Glendale,
A native of Uzdin, Yugoslavia
died on April 2, 2003 at the age of 37. 
he was the beloved husband of Milena
devoted father of Brittany and Steven
loving son of Borka Andric and Nikola Ignjatovic
dear brother of Slavica Ignjatovic, cherished grandson of Draginja Todosijevic
also survived by godparents and many aunts, uncles and cousins
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Father Djokan Majstorovic
Interment in Lutheran Cemetery.

JOHN KOENIG
of Glendale 
A native of Brooklyn
died on April 2, 2003 at the age of 53. 
he was the beloved husband of Marie
devoted father of John
dear brother of Gerald Koenig
He was a member of Gottscheer Vereinigung Kranken Unterstuetzen, 
proprietor of Music by Johnny Koenig. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ANTON MIKLITSCH
of Ridgewood
A native of Merlinsraut, Gotschee, Austria
died on April 6, 2003 at the age of 90. 
he was the husband of the late Paula
dear brother of Johann Miklitsch. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

DANTE COLAIANNI of Brooklyn
died on April 6, 2003 at the age of 72
He was the beloved husband of Grace
devoted father of Daniel Colaianni
also survived by four grandchildren
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Finbars Church
Interment in Cemetery of The Resurrection.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of April 17, 2003
SERVANDO M. SIBUG
A native of Manila, Philippines
died on April 11, 2003 at the age of 76. 
he was the beloved husband of Susan C. (nee Kalmar)
devoted father of Lucille Engel, Michael Sibug and Donna Alleva
dear grandfather of Amanda and Christopher Engel
He was a Chief Petty Officer (retired) in the U.S. Coast Guard. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

FRANK J. ZABORAS 
of Middle Village
A native of Mt. Carmel, Pennsylvania
died on April 11, 2003 at the age of 88. 
he was the beloved husband of Dorothy A.
devoted father of John S. and Karen G. Soca
dear brother of Albert and Emily LaCommare
also survived by four grandchildren
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.

ANNA BAMBACH
died on February 13, 2003 at the age of 88.
She was the widow of the late Joseph
 and is survived by son Joseph and daughter Joan McCann
also survived by seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. 
A Memorial Mass was scheduled for St. Matthias Church on April 12, 2003. 

EDWARD ZISSEL
died on April 8, 2003 at the age of 76
He was the husband of the late Rose
devoted father of Carol Ann Cazzola, Anthony, Frank and Joann
dear brother of Howard and Joseph
also survived by five grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Francis DePaola Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ROSE L. WEBER
died on April 7, 2003 at the age of 94.
She was the widow of the late John
loving mother of Marilyn Grimaldi and Dorothy Ferrugio and mother-in-law of John, 
cherished grandmother of John, Steven, Maureen and Michael
great-grandmother of Hannah and Julia. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary’s Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

THOMAS MULLIGAN
died on April 9, 2003 at the age of 80
He was the husband of the late Florence
loving father of Michael, Patrick, John, Matthew and Brian, 
cherished grandfather of Gregory, Amy, Matthew Jr., Catherine and John
He was a World War II Army veteran. 
Mass or Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

WILLIAM A. STORY
died on April 9, 2003 at the age of 78
He was the beloved husband of Jennie
also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins
He was a World War II Army veteran. 
interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

KARAPET AVETISYAN
died on April 13, 2003 at the age of 68
He was the beloved husband of Irma
devoted father of Samuel
Hess Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, 
officiated by Reverend Der Kaloustian
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

FREMOND BARROWS
died on April 12, 2003
He was the devoted father of Leroy and Cathy
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

EILEEN WAITE
died on April 6, 2003 at the age of 78.
She was the beloved wife of Harold
devoted mother of Scott
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

LIDIA MARIN
died on April 12, 2003 at the age of 49.
She was the beloved wife of Christian
devoted mother of Jessica
dear sister of Georgette, Peter, Mary, John and Cornelius
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, 
officiated by Reverend Philip Dinker
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

JOAN ANN HANNITY
died on April 9, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Lawrence
loving mother and mother-in-law of Peggy and Charlie, Lawrence and 
devoted Dianegrandmother of Lawrence, Brandon, Ryan, Barry, Brian, Amanda and Blaine
fond sister of Irene, William, Jacqueline and Patricia. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Resurrection Ascension Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Leo F. Kearns Funeral Home.

The Week of April 24, 2003
FREDERICK P. KOENIG
died on April 20, 2003
He was the dear uncle of Robert Petrelli
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

KANTABEN ZAVERI
died on April 20, 2003 at the age of 79.
She was the devoted mother of Pradip and Jitendra
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

VITA TINA PATTI
died on April 16, 2003 at the age of 97.
She was the dear sister of Orazio. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

FRANCA ESPINOSA
died on April 15, 2003 at the age of 67.
She was the beloved wife of Dario
devoted father of Dario and Alexandra
also survived by one granddaughter
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

FREMOND BARROWS
died on April 12, 2003
He was the devoted father of Leroy, Kathy and Angela, father-in-law of Laura, Bruce and 
dear Lennygrandfather of Donald Jr., Thomas, Lyann and Brian. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ROSE L. WEBER
died on April 7, 2003 at the age of 94.
She was the widow of the late John
loving mother of Marilyn Grimaldi and Dorothy Ferrugio
mother-in-law of John, cherished grandmother of John, Steven, Maureen and Michael
great-grandmother of Hannah and Julia. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JULIA BLAZEWICZ
died on April 18, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the widow of the late Anthony
dear sister of Dominick, Frank Jr., and the late James, Rose Vigorito, and Antoinette Mastrogiovanni
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MAXIMINA P. SANCHEZ
died on April 18, 2003.
She was the devoted mother of Robert, Ronnie, Joe and Louis
also survived by thirteen grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

ELINOR DONALDSON
died on April 13, 2003 at the age of 74.
She was the beloved wife of George
devoted mother of MaryAnn and Paulette
loving grandmother of Steven, Michael, Brian and Lauren
dear sister of Louis and Lilly
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

CATHERINE LANNIGAN
died on April 13, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the loving mother of Susan
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

HUGH PAUL LOGAN
died on April 17, 2003 at the age of 80
He was the loving father of Linda Madison, Lisa Larkin, Paul Bush and the late James Logan, 
cherished grandfather of Martrecia, Larry Jr., William, AnnaMarie and Roy
great-grandfather of A.J
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

MICHAEL M. KONTI
died on April 8, 2003 at the age of 67
He was the beloved husband of Bepa
loving father of Mark Anthony Konti
dear brother of Alma Krsinic. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Raymond Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

IRMA OPPENHEIMER, a native of Unterwetzenbach, Gottschee,
died on April 17, 2003 at the age of 71.
She was the loving wife of Kurt, mother of the late Kurt W.
devoted sister of Pauline Wittreich, Hildegard Erker, Maria Toplitzer and John Schweiger. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Village Chapels Inc., Middle Village.

ERICH JOSEF KRAUSS 
of Centerport, New York
A native of Huntington, New York
died on April 19, 2003.  
he was the loving son of Francis Henry Krauss and Nancy Patricia Mann
dear grandson of Jane Mann. 
Services were offered at graveside by Reverend Albert Potgeiter
Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

EMILIA FLORES 
of Brooklyn,
A native of Pativilca, Peru 
died on April 20, 2003 at the age of 95. 
she was the wife of the late Geronimo
devoted mother of Carmen Robles, Blanca Torero, Micaela Saldana
also survived by nineteen grandchildren and thirty-seven great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

HELEN DURAND 
of Flushing 
A native of New York
died on April 19, 2003 at the age of 84.
she was the wife of the late Edward. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Ozanam Hall
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ELISAVEDA TURI
of Ridgewood
A native of Lujoj, Romania
died on April 7, 2003 at the age of 66. 
she was the beloved wife of Vasile
devoted mother of Tibor Turi and Ildiko Turi
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Viorel Dimitrescu
Interment in Washington Memorial Park.

KATE TRUSCH 
of Flushing
She was a native of East Prussia, Germany
died on April 8, 2003 at the age of 92. 
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Albert Potgeiter
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

WILLIAM GREINER
of Ridgewood
died on April 16, 2003 at the age of 45. 
A native of Brooklyn
he was the devoted father of CorrieAnn Smaldone
loving son of Marie
dear brother of Robert Greiner, Nancy Titolo, Judy Tannenbaum, Joan Krugel, Charles Greiner 
	and Frieda Kiersted
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Deacon Philip Ehresmann
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.

The Week of May 1, 2003
HELEN REILLY
died on April 21, 2003 at the age of 82.
She was the devoted mother of Evelyn Auletta and Patricia Kelly
also survived by seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOHN LABRIOLA
died on April 25, 2003
He was the husband of the late Frances
devoted father of John, Charles and Joan. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church, 
Entombment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

FRANK MANZELLA
died on April 20, 2003. 
A World War II veteran, 
he was the beloved husband of Theresa
devoted father of Barbara and Frank
also survived by three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

LUCY ZITO
died on April 24, 2003.
She was the devoted mother of Michael, Frances and Lucille
dear sister of Mary
also survived by seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Center Moriches.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

HANS WERNER THEILEN
A native of Varel, Germany
and former long-time resident of Glendale
died on April 16, 2003 at the age of 78.  
he died in Spring Hill, Florida
He was the husband of the late Waltraud
loving father of Gerald and Peter, both of Spring Hill
dear brother of Hannelore Gollenstede and Herbert, both in Germany
also survived by five grandchildren. 
A Memorial Service and interment was held in Nativity Lutheran Church, Weeki-Wachee, Florida.

NETTIE BILELLO
of Ridgewood
died on April 28, 2003 at the age of 70.
She was the beloved wife of Joseph
devoted mother of Angela, Vincent, Annette and Anthony
also survived by nine grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery. 
Stephen R. Schawaroch Funeral Home, 58-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

MARITA J. KEATING, 
a life-long resident of Maspeth,
died on April 22, 2003 at the age of 81. 
She is survived by Judge Robert and Jane McGann, Laura and Elizabeth, 
	and Rosemary Schwarzback, 
and life-long friend Monica Munson. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery. 
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ROSE SARNO
died on April 23, 2003 at the age of 72.
She was the loving mother of Michael, cherished aunt of Barbara Sorrentino. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

FRANK LOMBARDI
died on April 27, 2003 at the age of 73
He was the beloved husband of Mary (nee Farry)
loving father of Rosemarie Nealon and Bill Lombardi and father-in-law of Kevin and Kelly
dear brother of Mary Senko, Josephine, Anthony and Philomena Marollo, 
cherished grandfather of Kathleen, Patricia, Bill and Samantha
He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

GUENTER SCHRIEBER
died on April 26, 2003 at the age of 82
He was the beloved husband of Magda
loving father of Peter, Michael, Diane and Patricia O’Grady, 
cherished grandfather of Jonathan, Laura, Adam, Kennedy and James. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JOSEPH SAMIDE 
of Mount Laurel, New Jersey,
A native of Kletsch, Gottschee Austria
died on April 27, 2003 at the age of 93. 
he was the husband of the late Wilhelmina
devoted father of Kurt Samide, Elizabeth Krizanek and Henry Samide
dear brother of Elizabeth Jonke
also survived by nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

MARIE KNOELLER
of Ridgewood
A native of Foggia, Italy
died on April 26, 2003 at the age of 95.  
she was the wife of the late Adam
devoted mother of Arthur Knoeller
also survived by two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

NANCY FALCO
of Ridgewood
A native of New York
died on April 24, 2003 at the age of 93.  
she was the wife of the late Louis
devoted mother of Rosalie Falco-Almousavi
dear sister of Rosalie Tarantino and Anna Sciales. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

CHRIST BISSMAIER
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on April 25, 2003 at the age of 64.  
he was the dear brother of Barkson Markson
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

The Week of May 8, 2003
MADELINE GENTILE
of Ridgewood
died on April 29, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the widow of the late Thomas
devoted mother of Eugene Virone
dear sister of Mary Byrnes
also survived by three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

MARY OSONITSCH, 
formerly of Glendale,
died on May 1, 2003 at the age of 95.
She was the widow of the late Hartwig
devoted mother of Robert, Richard, Frederick, Charles and the late Joseph
also survived by fourteen grandchildren. 
She was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary # 123 Post. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

TINA BENSON
died on April 30, 2003 at the age of 78.
She was the loving mother of Ronald Malpeli. 
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in St. Raymond’s Cemetery.

MICHELINA (MICKEY) DeSENA
died on May 1, 2003 at the age of 76.
She was the widow of the late Carlo
loving mother of Fred and the late Anthony and mother-in-law of Laura
dear sister of Michael Guarino and sister-in-law of Augusta, Fannie and Millie, 
cherished grandmother of Johan and Samuel
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ERNESTINE GABRIELLI
died on May 3, 2003 at the age of 92.
She was the loving sister of Louise Gallagher and the late Celeste, 
cherished aunt of Paul and David Gallagher, Marianne Riess, and Gerard Gabrielli
also survived by numerous great-nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

FREDA COAN
died on April 27, 2003 at the age of 104.
She was the devoted friend of Jan C. Van Arkel
dear aunt of Edith Schochat
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

GASTON V. BUON
died on April 30, 2003 at the age of 72
He was the beloved husband of Eleiana Buon
devoted father of Jean-Pierre and Gaston. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Lourdes Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

FRANK J. MANN
died on May 4, 2003 at the age of 81. 
A U.S. Army medical technician during World War II, 
he was the husband of the late Helen
devoted father of Reverend Francis J., Dennis, Brian, Timothy, Raymond and the late Michael
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

BERNARD J. MAHON
died on May 2, 2003. A member of the U.S. Marine Corps, he served in World War II
He was the husband of the late Bridget
devoted father of Michael, Susan and Eileen. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

GEORGE SCHOLL 
of Middle Village
A native of Brooklyn
died on May 1, 2003 at the age of 95. , 
he was the husband of the late Valerie, father of the late Marion, 
father-in-law of Will Buelling
dear brother and brother-in-law of Kay and Cliff Kern of Connecticut
dear brother-in-law of Ann Huber
dear grandfather and grandfather-in-law of Sharon and Claudio Varagnolo of Middle Village 
	and Valerie and John Albertini of Maine
great-grandfather of Harley Marie Varagnolo. 
United Presbyterian Church, officiated by Reverend Henry Fury. 
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village. 

HENRY STARZMAN
of Ridgewood
died on April 16, 2003 at the age of 67
He was the beloved husband of Helen
devoted father of Brian and Jeffrey
loving son of Marie Starzman
dear brother of Maybelle, Marie, Margie, Carol and Raymond. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Schawaroch Funeral Home, 58-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

EVA LORISZ
of Glendale
A native of Timousara, Romania
died on May 2, 2003 at the age of 91. 
she was the beloved wife of Jacob
devoted mother of Ana Michaels
dear sister of Matthias and Josef Huber
also survived by three grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Deacon Philip Ehresmann
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

PAULINE KIKEL
of Glendale
A native of New York
died on April 29, 2003 at the age of 93. 
she was the beloved wife of Rudolf
devoted mother of Rudy and Joan Danylak
dear sister of Josef Tschinkel. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ALOIS GAGGI 
of Middle Village
A native of Karnten, Austria
died on May 1, 2003 at the age of 80. 
he was the beloved husband of Elizabeth
devoted father of Karen Simonelli and Heidi Kistinger
dear brother of Ida Blasic and Maria Kibelka
also survived by three grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church, 
committal of ashes in Feldkirchen, Austria, 
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ELEANOR BAUMANN, 
formerly of Ridgewood,
died on May 5, 2003 at the age of 84.
She was the widow of the late Rupert
devoted mother of Cecilia Krings, the late Edward Baumann and Nancy McFadden
dear sister of Martin Hagemann
also survived by five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. 
She was a member of the Steuben Society of America. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Holy Child Jesus Church
Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41, Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

The Week of May 15, 2003
MARGARET E. FEICHT
of Glendale
died on May 10, 2003 at the age of 83.
She was the beloved aunt of Marilyn Bischoff, Leonard Farber, Patricia Leavenworth, 
	Frank Asmus, William Newcomb, Diane Hirsch, Marianne Cordes and Charles DiStefano. 
She was a member of the Over 50 club at St. Pancras Church and the Senior Citizens Club
of Glendale. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

EILEEN REYNOLDS 
of Maspeth 
A native of Jersey City, New Jersey
died on May 5, 2003 at the age of 63.
she was the widow of the late Eugene
devoted mother of Patricia Gonzalez, Eileen Procak, Kelly, Joseph Kenneth and James Reynolds
dear sister of Mary Barrs, Joan and Raymond Knolhoff
also survived by eleven grandchildren. 
Cremation was in Fresh Pond Crematory with ashes interred in Evergreen .
CemeteryPeter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

FRANCES STERN
of Glendale
died on April 30, 2003 at the age of 82.
She was the beloved wife of Aloysius
devoted mother of Stephen, Jeanette and Catherine Speyer
also survived by three grandchildren. 
She was a member of the Sacred Heart Senior Citizens and Glendale Grandmothers Club. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

VICTOR F. PAPPERT JR.
died on May 7, 2003
He was the beloved husband of Dorothy
devoted father of Alison, Dawn and Victor III. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

BETTY MACKOWIAK
died on May 8, 2003 at the age of 89.
She was the beloved mother of Susan Wright and Barbara Gould
also survived by four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Cyril and Methodius Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

VINTILA GIURCANU
died on May 8, 2003 at the age of 74
He was the beloved husband of Georgeta
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

EMILE DUFFRANC
died on May 8, 2003 at the age of 94
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

PAUL V. MACHARYAS
died on May 6, 2003 at the age of 65
He was the devoted father of Ann Panicola Esposito
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ALBINA M. GONTARSKI
died on May 10, 2003 at the age of 81.
She was the widow of the late Adam
loving mother of Carol Varnes. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JOSEPH S. BARCZAK
died on May 9, 2003 at the age of 79
He was the beloved husband of Agnes
loving father of Janet Sullivan, Kathleen Johnson and Joseph Jr. and father-in-law of Paul and Anton
dear brother of Frank, Loretta Durkin, Helen Maciejski, Edward and Marion, 
cherished grandfather of Brian, Stephanie, Anton, Holly, Ken, AnnMaria and Monica
He was a World War II U.S. Marine Corps veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

STANLEY S. EGIELSKI
died on May 9, 2003 at the age of 83
He was the beloved husband of Irene
loving father of Dennis and James and father-in-law of Janice and Shirley
dear brother of Joseph Egielski and Anna Broda, cherished grandfather of Diana, Michael and Jason. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

GENNARO PASTORE
died on May 8, 2003 at the age of 82
He was the beloved husband of Carmela
loving brother of Josephine DeMatteo
also survived by numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews
He was a World War II Army veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary’s Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MARIE DeRIGGI
died on May 6, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the widow of the late Joseph
loving mother of Louis, Louise Vallat and the late Joseph
dear sister of Anna Mehmet, Josephine Zelwack, John Curcio, and James Curcio, 
cherished grandmother of Debra Seeger and Anthony 
greatVallat-grandmother of T.J. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

GERTRUDE I. GAFFNEY
died on May 5, 2003 at the age of 83.
She was the widow of the late Thomas J.
loving mother of Thomas Gaffney, Dennis Gaffney, Sharon Geremia, Debra Katulak 
and mother-in-law of Pixie, Theresa, Ben, John and Mary Jane, 
cherished grandmother of Tom, Joe, Denise, Dennis, Joy, Michael, Lauren and David
great-grandmother of Georgia, Maxine and Hailee. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ALBINA BARDINI
died on May 6, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the widow of the late John P.
loving mother of Angela Carone and Delinda Bardini
dear sister of Anthony Gardini, cherished grandmother of Alex, Angela, Jennae, 
	Christopher and Lawrence
great-grandmother of Christopher, Lawren and Alex Jr. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Francis de Paola Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JAMES G. SMITH
died on May 11, 2003
He was the beloved husband of Mary
devoted father of Mary, Joseph, Jane, Edward, Michell and Dawn
dear brother of Agnes and Thomas
also survived by twelve grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

FLOAREA (Lupu) MUNCAN
of Glendale
A native of Lokve, Yugoslavia
died on May 9, 2003 at the age of 80.  
she was the beloved wife of Jon
devoted mother of Panta and Petar
dear sister of Ana Mohan, Maria Mundrean and John Bagiu
also survived by five grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

GLORIA BETH BALANTIC
of Glendale
died on May 11, 2003 at the age of 59.
She was the widow of the late Charles Albert
devoted mother of Charles and Lori Balantic
dear sister of Henry and Deborah
also survived by two grandchildren
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Michael T. Ross. 

ANGELA SCHAD 
of Howard Beach
A native of New York
died on May 7, 2003 at the age of 59.  
she was the widow of the late Albert
dear sister of Grace Spinella and Maryann Jankowski. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Thomas the Apostle Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of May 22, 2003
CHARLOTTE GAUDIO 
of Far Rockaway
A native of New York
died on May 15, 2003 at the age of 95. 
she was the widow of the late Michael Gaudio. 
Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

WILLIAM F. MARQUART
of Ridgewood 
A native of Brooklyn
died on May 10, 2003 at the age of 80.
he was the beloved husband of Mary
devoted father of Joyce Fiore, Jo-Ann DiFede and William Marquart
dear brother of John Marquart
also survived by four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

FRANCESCO PAOLO SCALCIONE, 
A native of Italy
owner of Europa Hair Design, 60-46 Myrtle Avenue, Ridgewood,
died on May 15, 2003 at the age of 63. 
he was the beloved husband of Filomena
devoted father of Bruma Gambina and Margaret Scalcione
loving son-in-law of Joseph Gambina
dear brother of Rosa Alba, Saverio, Giuseppe and Anna Maria Stylianu
dear grandfather of Joanna and Francesco Filippo Gambina. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Seneca Chapels, 494 Seneca Avenue, Ridgewood.

JOSEPH KRESSE
A native of Gottschee, Austria,
died on May 14, 2003 at the age of 92 in Melbourne, Florida.  
he was the husband of the late Frieda
loving father and father-in-law of John and Ellen, Edward and Dolores and Joseph
of Ridgewood
also survived by five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Brownlie-Maxwell Funeral Home of Melbourne, Florida.

DONNA JARVIS
died on May 16, 2003 at the age of 52.
She was the widow of the late Donald
loving daughter of Madeline
dear sister of Robert, George and Roger
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.

MARY SKRETKOWICZ
died on May 13, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Paul
devoted mother of William, Joanne, Gloria, Paul, John, James and Robert
dear sister of Thomas, Eleanor and Ellen
also survived by twelve grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

VINCENT SENN
died on May 15, 2003 at the age of 76
He was the beloved husband of Blanche
devoted father of Laura and Vincent Jr.
dear sister of Veronica
also survived by seventeen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

SIXTO ESTEVES
died on May 14, 2003
He was the husband of the late Elisa
devoted father of Ramona, Ismael, Carmen, Oliva Hernandez, Lauda Hernandez, Teresa Lopez, 
	Connie and Roberta Torres
also survived by twenty-seven grandchildren and twenty-seven great-grandchildren 
and one great-great-grandchild
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, 
Entombment in Trinity Mausoleum in the Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

CATHERINE M. CONNORS
died on May 15, 2003 at the age of 76.
She was the beloved wife of Francis
devoted mother of Eileen, Stephen and Michael
dear sister of Peggy
also survived by seven grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Nativity Church
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

NATALIE GEUTER
died on May 12, 2003 at the age of 94.
She was the widow of the late Edwin
loving aunt of Madeline Jerszynski and Florence Mirro
also survived by numerous great nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ANTONIO D’URSO
died on May 17, 2003 at the age of 88
He was the beloved husband of Giovanna
dear brother of Linuzza, Felina and Salvatore D’Urso
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. John the Baptist Church, 
Entombment in St. Charles .
CemeteryPapavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

LEO A. SCHMID
died on May 13, 2003 at the age of 77. 
A retired Colonel (USAR), 
he was the beloved husband of Kathryn (nee 
devoted Lyons)father of Kathleen O’Toole, Robert, Russell, Stephen and Patricia Abramo
also survived by fifteen grandchildren and a brother, Joseph
He was a charter member of the Kiwanis Club
of Glendale, fifty-year member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #123, 
member of the Fort Totten Chapter MOAA, president of the Flowerview Co-op Board. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Victory Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

MARY KUGLER
of Ridgewood
A native of Monessen, Pennsylvania
died on May 17, 2003 at the age of 89. 
she was the widow of the late Jake
devoted mother of George and Richard
dear sister of Joseph, Thomas and Vincent Burger. 
She was a member of Catholic Daughters of America, 
the Ladies Guild and the Sacred Heart League. She served as a Eucharistic Minister. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church, 
officiated by Reverend Lukasz Trocha and Deacon John Sands 
Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

NICOLITA NECEA
of Glendale
A native of Mierea, Birnici, Romania
died on May 18, 2003 at the age of 73. 
she was the widow of the late Petre
devoted mother of Petre Necea and Victoria Muller
dear sister of Veta, Constantin and Nicolae Piciu
also survived by four grandchildren and one great-grandchild
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Father Dascalescu
Interment in in Flushing Cemetery. 

RAYMOND CUMMINGS
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on May 13, 2003 at the age of 83. 
he was the dear brother of Mary Cummings
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

THERESIA KRETER
of Ridgewood
A native of Kisker, Yugoslavia
died on May 13, 2003 at the age of 97.  
she was the widow of the late Adam
devoted mother of Adam Kreter, Theresia Gross and Rosina Schuy
dear mother-in-law of Helga
dear grandmother of Heinrich and Heidi
also survived by three great-grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Bell
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

The Week of May 29, 2003
ROBERT ZIMMERMANN of Elmhurst
died on May 27, 2003 at the age of 84
He was the beloved husband of Norma
loving father of Gail McNell and Wayne Zimmermann, 
cherished grandfather of Michael, Heather, Jessica and Robert. 
officiated by Reverend Mark Orr at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth. 
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Maspeth Lions Club Guide Dog Foundation.

FRIEDA REALE of Hollywood Florida, formerly of Greene Avenue,
died on May 15, 2003 at the age of 68. 
A native of Ridgewood, she was the beloved wife of Steve
devoted mother of Gary, Steven and the late Joseph
dear sister of Steve and Anthony Maltese, Marie Van Tassell and Joann Sciabica
fond grandmother of Dominick. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Boniface Church, Hollywood, Florida
Interment in Hollywood, Florida.
Seneca Chapels, 494 Seneca Avenue, Ridgewood.

MARGARET LANGHANS
of Ridgewood
died on May 20, 2003 at the age of 71. 
A native of Ridgewood, she was the loving sister of Marion, Gertrude and Rosemarie
also survived by eleven nieces and nephews. 
Cremation was in Fresh Pond Crematory
Glendale Walsh-LaBella & Son Funeral Home, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

JOSEPH RICCIARDELLA
died on May 25, 2003
He was the husband of the late Anna
devoted father of Joseph and Louis
also survived by five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

BLANCHE PERSICHETTI
died on May 22, 2003 at the age of 83.
She was the dear aunt of Richard Butmankiewicz. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Ambrose Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

PATRICIA PIKAUSKAS
died on May 19, 2003 at the age of 64.
She was the dear sister of Barbara Moore. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

BERNARD ENSMANN
died on May 24, 2003 at the age of 94
He was the beloved husband of Emma
devoted father of Alys
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

FRANCIS W. WELTHY
died on May 21, 2003 at the age of 81. 
A World War II veteran, 
he was the loving uncle of Arthur J. Hanlon
dear brother of Helen Hanlon. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

CHARLOTTE MacBRIDE
died on May 19, 2003 at the age of 68.
She was the beloved wife of Douglas
devoted mother of Edward and Douglas
dear sister of John and Agnes Bartell. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

GLORIA JAEGER
died on May 24, 2003 at the age of 72.
She was the loving mother of Paul and Nancy Carbone
dear sister of Anne Witko, Helen Monaco and Betty Kearnan, 
cherished grandmother of Melanie, Diane, Colette and Thomas
great-grandmother of Keegan and Brennan. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

LILLIAN FLORIO
died on May 24, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the loving mother of Jim, John and Joe Moncada, 
cherished grandmother of Lynn, Lori, Christine and JoAnn
also survived by five great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

SOPHIE A. CAVESON
died on May 21, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the loving sister of Stephen Caveson. 
Religious Services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

NICHOLAS PAUL LICARI of Manassas, Virginia
died on May 19, 2003 at the age of 90
He was the husband of the late Frances Ruth Licari
loving father of Annette Lewis and Joseph Licari, and father-in-law of Marty and Dorothy. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at All Saints Church, Manassas, Virginia
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

NORA TOUVALIAN
of Ridgewood
died on May 25, 2003 at the age of 70.
She was the dear sister of Steven Touvalian and Edward Touvalian. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Holy Martyrs Armenian Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

VERA MALFI
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on May 21, 2003 at the age of 75. 
she was the dear sister of Antoinette Waas and Mary Hughes by ni
also survivedeces and nephews
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Deacon Philip Ehresmann
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

The Week of June 5, 2003
ELIZABETH MUSACCHIO
of Ridgewood
died on May 2, 2003 at the age of 94.
She was the devoted mother of Elizabeth Harsch
also survived by four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
She was a member of the Ridgewood Senior Citizens Center. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

GERTRUDE BECKER
of Glendale
died on May 27, 2003 at the age of 85.
She was the widow of the late Richard. 
Interment was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

MARY YACKEL
died on May 27, 2003 at the age of 82.
She was the beloved wife of Walter Yackel Sr.
loving mother of Walter Yackel Jr., and Florence Newport
dear sister of Stephen Lubanski, cherished grandmother of Sharon, Laurie and Christopher. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

LOUIS A. DRAKE
died on May 28, 2003 at the age of 87. 
A retired member of the New York City Police Department, 
he was the husband of the late Mary C.
devoted father of Louis and Loraine Schmidt. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ANTHONY J. SCHULZ
died on May 30, 2003 at the age of 72
He was the beloved husband of Catherine T.
devoted father of Richard, Anthony, Joseph Robert, John and Catherine Lennon
dear brother of Margaret, Elizabeth and Florence
also survived by ten grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

HAZEL WILLIAMS
died on May 30, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Moses
devoted mother of Jonathan, Claire Robinson and Janet Thomas
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

OSKIHAN KESISYAN
died on May 29, 2003
He was the beloved husband of Elmas
devoted father of Simon
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

LENA MILLER
of Ridgewood
died on June 1, 2003 at the age of 78. 
A native of Ridgewood, she was the widow of the late Anthony V.
devoted mother of Theresa Tugaw, Louise Schillat, Harriet Sackler and Anthony
fond sister of Connie Ellenbrock
also survived by seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 
Cremation was in Fresh Pond Crematory
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of June 12, 2003
WILLIAM CRONIN
of Ridgewood
died on May 22, 2003 at the age of 82. 
A native of Ridgewood, he was the husband of the late Stella
also survived by many nieces and nephews
He was a World War II U.S. Army Veteran, and a Bronze Star Recipient. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

PIERINO DIGARBO 
of Brooklyn
A native of Italy
died on May 31, 2003 at the age of 75. 
he was the beloved husband of Rose
devoted father of Louis and Vincent
also survived by three grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Francis Cabrini Church
Interment in St. Gabriel’s Cemetery, Marlboro New Jersey.
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

VINCENT P. BENOIT
died on June 2, 2003 at the age of 82. 
A World War II veteran, 
he was the devoted brother of Raymond Benoit
He was a member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

FRANCES CHIAPPONE
died on June 5, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the widow of the late Frank
devoted mother of Vincenza Whalley and Rose Lipani
dear sister of John Barbato and Anna Stellato
also survived by eleven grandchildren and thirty-five great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MADELINE QUINN
of Glendale
died on May 22, 2003 at the age of 82. A native
of Glendale, she was the widow of the late Jack, 
a retired member of the New York Police Department
devoted mother of Margaret (Peggy) and Jack
dear sister of Sr. Margaret Wenzel O.P.
also survived by seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. 
She was a registered nurse at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center for many years. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

CHARLES F. “Chickie” DUNBAR
died on June 3, 2003 at the age of 72
He was the beloved husband of Roberta
loving father of Charles R.
dear brother of Marie Morrison, Robert, Richard and the late Joseph
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews
He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War.
Religious services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, 
officiated by Pastor Bill Malik
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

CAROL ANN RITTER
died on June 5, 2003 at the age of 61.
She was the loving mother of Michael Buonaiuto
dear sister of Diane Buonaiuto and Lorraine Cianciotti
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in St. John Cemetery.

ELIZABETH CASSELLA (nee Ali) 
of Woodbury, New Jersey, 
A native of Brooklyn
formerly of Glendale,
died on June 3, 2003 at the age of 93. , 
she was the widow of the late Nicholas
loving mother of Mary Miller, Louise Avallone and Joseph Casella
also survived by nine grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. 
She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, 
St. Anne’s Altar Society at St. Pancras Church and also served as secretary for the Boy Scouts. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church, Woodbury Heights. 
interment in St. Charles Cemetery. 
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John of God Community Religious Education, 
c/o Brother Thomas Osorio, 
1145 Delsea Drive, Westville Grove, 
New Jersey, 08093.
McGuinness Funeral Homes, Woodbury, New Jersey.

AUDREY M. MANTAY
of Glendale
A native of Glendale
died on May 25, 2003 at the age of 79.  
she moved to New Jersey last month.
She was the devoted mother of Renee Fitje, Suzanne Sendlein
mother-in-law of Carl Fitje and Kenneth Sendlein, daughter of Joseph Hergenrother
dear grandmother of Danielle, Eric, Kristen and Kirk
great-grandmother of Kaitlin and Megan, grand-mother-in-law of Christine. 
She was a member of St. Helen Senior Center and St. Pancras Senior Center. 
She was a legal secretary for the Queens District Attorney’s office. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

JOSEPH O’TOOLE 
A native of Brooklyn
of Cochecton Center, New York, a retired bottler for Seven-Up Bottling in Mineola,
died on June 9, 2003 in Kingston, New York, at the age of 72. 
he was the husband of the late Lorraine (nee Lutz), 
son of the late John and Lillian
devoted father of Kathleen Taylor of Cochecton Center, New York, 
Dennis of Glenville, New York, and the late Joseph 
dear brother of Robert in California and the late Mary
also survived by six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 
Rasmussen Sons Inc. Funeral Home, Narrowsburg, New York. 
officiated by Reverend Phyllis Haynes
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery. 
Memorial contributions can be made to the 
American Lung Association of the Hudson Valley, 
35 Orchard Street, White Plains, New York, 10603.

JOSEPHINE O. LA VENIA
of Glendale
A native of New Haven, Connecticut
died on June 4, 2003 at the age of 82. 
she was the widow of the late John
devoted mother of Jacqueline Brigante and Thomas La Venia
dear sister of Rose Russo, Carmela Kosciusko, Julia Riggi, Manny Freeman and Albert Cognato
also survived by three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.

KATHARINA BENSIGNER 
of Ridgewood
A native of Sekitsch, Yugoslavia
died on June 1, 2003 at the age of 100. 
She was the widow of the late Philipp
devoted mother of Katharina Fetzer
dear mother-in-law of Peter Fetzer
also survived by two nieces in Germany, 
three grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Albert Potgeiter
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

TOMMY CHITU
of Ridgewood 
A native of Queens
died on May 30, 2003 at the age of 18. 
he was the loving son of Silvestru and Carmen
dear brother of Dragos. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

WILLIAM HERGET
of Ridgewood 
A native of Brooklyn
died on May 30, 2003 at the age of 89.
he was the beloved husband of Helen
devoted father of William F. Jr., George, Theresa Lindner and Robin Bisighini
dear brother of Elizabeth Herget
also survived by four grandchildren
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Michael Ross
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

JUAN RAMOS
of Glendale
A native of Puerto Rico
died on June 1, 2003 at the age of 89. 
he was the devoted brother of Carmen Garcia
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

SOPHIE LACKNER
died on June 7, 2003 at the age of 63.
She was the beloved wife of Viktor
loving mother of Anita Bertucci and Inge Petschauer
also survived by five grandchildren
Sister of Resi Belay.
Village Chapels, 67-67 Eliot Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.

WILLIAM (Bill) O’NEILL of Harvey Lake, Pennsylvania,
died on May 13, 2003 at the age of 72. Formerly
of Ridgewood, he was the beloved husband of Ellen
also survived by five children, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

The Week of June 19, 2003
SHAMA SHAH
died on June 13, 2003.
She was the loving daughter of Mahendra and Sapana
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

HELEN STOFFEL
died on June 11, 2003 at the age of 92.
She was the widow of the late Walter H.
devoted aunt of Dieter Borbeck
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.

HELEN BYRON
died on June 9, 2003 at the age of 89.
She was the beloved wife of David
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

JOHANNA WEDLER
died on June 12, 2003 at the age 89.
She was the devoted mother of Klaus Wedler
dear grandmother of Andre H. Vogelmann
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

MICHAEL W. SCHIELE
died on June 12, 2003
He was the loving son of Arthur and Marlane
dear brother of Douglas, Christine and Lauren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

EMMA D. ENSMANN (nee Salzmann)
died on June 11, 2003 at the age of 92.
She was the widow of the late Bernard
devoted mother of Burt Wayne, Guyben and Alys Beth
also survived by five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in St. Paul’s Cemetery.

BENNETT J. MACRI
died on June 13, 2003 at the age of 78
He was the beloved husband of Grace
loving father of Joan Azzaro, Lawrence Macri, Marianne Marchica 
and stepfather of Susan Wilmoth and Arthur McCormick, 
cherished grandfather of Benjamin Douglas Macri, Richard Azzaro, Christian Marchica, 
	Christopher Marchica and SuAnn Wilmoth
He was a World War II Army veteran
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.

CELIA TORRES 
of Brooklyn
A native of Isabela, Puerto Rico
died on June 15, 2003 at the age of 78. 
she was the widow of the late Santos
devoted mother of Diane Torres, Gladys Torres, Awilda Roman and Santos Torres
dear sister of Juan Cruz and Dalila Velez
also survived by thirteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

ANTON STALZER
of Glendale
A native of Rossbuchel, Gottschee, Austria
died on June 15, 2003 at the age of 77. 
he was the beloved husband of Rosalia
devoted father of Rita Edwards and Robert and Thomas Stalzer
dear brother of Franz and Rose Stalzer and Christine Mudryk; 
cherished grandfather of Victoria Edwards and Katharina Stalzer
He was a member of the Gottscheer Gesangverein. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ENRIQUE FONTES, M.D., 
of Maspeth
A native of Uruguay, South America
died on June 14, 2003 at the age of 65.  
he was the beloved husband of Maria
devoted father of Jorge, Ana De La Cruz, Sergio, Marcelo and Samuel Fontes
dear brother of Irma, Lucia, Marta and Beba Fontes
also survived by six grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian burial was offered at St. Joseph’s Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
the Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

IRENE HAUSWIRTH
of Ridgewood
A native of Srbobran, Yugoslavia
died on June 11, 2003 at the age of 86. 
she was an active member of Trinity Reformed Church and leaves behind a loving family and many friends. 
Services were held at Trinity Reformed Church, officiated by Reverend Albert Potgeiter
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

JOSEFA MAUSSER
of Ridgewood
A native of Unter-Warmberg, Gottschee, Austria
died on June 10, 2003 at the age of 103. 
she was the widow of the late Franz
devoted mother of Ottilie Kresse, Otto Mausser, Alois Mausser, Erna Frech and Olga Mille
also survived by twelve grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

LORRAINE FASS
of Glendale
A native of New York
died on June 7, 2003 at the age of 66. 
she was the widow of the late George
devoted mother of Patricia McNally, Michael, Roy, Daine and Sharon Fass
also survived by seven grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Deacon Philip Ehresmann
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

HEDWIG MICHITSCH 
of Washington, Indiana, 
formerly of Moffet Street in Ridgewood
A native of Gottschee, Austria
died on May 29, 2003 at the age of 100. 
she was the widow of the late Ferdinand
devoted mother of Ernestine Klees of Washington
dear grandmother of Kathleen Gardner of Stowe, Ohio, Chris Tucker of Washington 
	and Bill Klees of Evansville
also survived by seven great-grandchildren. 
She was predeceased by four brothers and three sisters. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Simon’s Church
Interment in St. John’s Cemetery.

The Week of June 26, 2003
MADELINE E. QUINN 
of California, 
formerly of Glendale,
died on June 4, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the widow of the late Stephen, Sr.
loving mother of Stephen Jr., Carole and Joan
also survived by six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
She was a life-long member of the United Methodist Church
of Glendale.

CANGELO SANTORO
died on June 14, 2003
He was the husband of the late Carmela (nee Minardi)
loving father of Susan Sussman, Patricia Mazzo and Toni-Lynn Texter
dear brother of Otto and Rose Masseria, 
proud grandfather of Emily, Michael, Sandy-Jay, Robert, Ami-Lyn and Anthony
also survived by many nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery. 
Leo F. Kearns Funeral Directors, 61-40 Woodhaven Boulevard, Rego Park.

DANIEL COBULEANU
died on June 18, 2003
He was the loving son of Maria and Liviu
Romania Church of the Descent of the Holy Spirit
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Middle Village.

CANDIDA RAMOS
died on June 21, 2003.
She was the devoted mother of Joseph and Candida
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

JOHN P. BOYLE
died on June 21, 2003
He was the devoted father of Terrence and the late John
dear father-in-law of Susan
loving grandfather of Terrence
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

THERESA CLUNE
died on June 18, 2003 at the age of 89.
She was the devoted mother of Ann, Gerard and Michael
also survived by eight grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Lowell, Massachusetts.

PAULETTE HAENLEIN 
of Flushing,
A native of Brooklyn
died on June 21, 2003 at the age of 39. 
Devoted mother of Christopher Cutrone
loving daughter of Patricia
dear sister of Catherine, Michael, Robert, Patrick and George Haenlein
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Deacon Philip Ehresmann
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

WILLIAM STALZER Sr.
of Glendale
A native of Gotschee, Austria
died on June 21, 2003 at the age of 70. 
he was the beloved husband of Christine
devoted father of Kathrine Jongebloed and William Stalzer Jr.
dear brother of Helmut Stalzer, Vicktor Stalzer and Reli Miklin, 
cherished grandfather of Julia Marie Jongebloed
He was a Member of the Gottscheer Kranken Unterstutzung Verein
He was a veteran of U.S. Army. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church, 
Entombment in St. Michael Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of July 3, 2003
ANN SCIABICA
died on June 28, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Peter
devoted mother of Vincent, Antoinette and Margaret
also survived by three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Barbara’s Church
Interment in Holy Rood Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

HELEN MAENZA
died on June 27, 2003 at the age of 85.
She was the widow of the late Joseph P.
devoted mother of Lisa and Carol
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ANTHONY M. (Dinnie) PAUL
died on June 24, 2003 at the age of 84
He was the beloved husband of Theresa A.
loving father of Joseph and father-in-law of Diane, 
cherished grandfather of Thomas, Joseph, Denise and Kelly
great-grandfather of Rebecca, Bryan, Nathalie and Michael
dear brother of Virginia Drobinko
He was a World War II Navy veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary’s Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JUNE SCARANO of Elmhurst
died on June 26, 2003 at the age of 74.
She was the beloved wife of Joseph, 
cherished grandmother of Denise, Dylan and Brian
dear sister of William Harrer. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church. 
interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ANGELINA GRAPPONE
died on June 28, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the widow of the late John
loving mother of Gloria Franceschi, John and Marie Maurer, 
cherished grandmother of Louis, Paul, Anthony and Christopher
great-grandmother of Brandon and Taylor. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Angelus Church
Interment in St. Patrick Cemetery, Jefferson Heights, New York.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

WILMA (Billie) LENTZ
of Glendale
A native of Saugerties, New York 
died on June 28, 2003 at the age of 78. 
she was the widow of the late Charles 
devoted J.mother of Charles Lentz, Susan L. DiBenedetto and James J. Lentz; 
dear sister of John Cameron
also survived by five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

EVELYN J. STRIS
of Glendale
A native of New York City
died on June 24, 2003 at the age of 87. 
she was the widow of the late Peter K.
devoted mother of William, Nicholas and the late Peter K.
Sister of the late George Jervas 
and sister-in-law of the late Gertrude Jervas; 
dear grandmother of Peter K. Stris. 
Services were held at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ROBERT ALLEN
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on June 26, 2003 at the age of 78. 
he was the dear brother of Muriel Holmes
He was a U.S. Navy veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

JOSEPH KRESSE 
of Bellrose
A native of Gottschee, Austria
died on June 30, 2003 at the age of 92. 
he was the husband of the late Sophie
devoted father of Ingrid Ulzheimer, Walter Kresse and Elizabeth Spinosa
dear brother of Frank Kresse
also survived by eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

MARIE T. STAMPFEL
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on June 25, 2003 at the age of 88. 
she was the widow of the late Henry
also survived by many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grandnephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

WALTER KRAKER
of Ridgewood
A native of Neulag, Gottschee, Austria
died on June 29, 2003 at the age of 73. 
he was the beloved husband of 
devoted Helenfather of Eduard, Irene and Walter Kraker
also survived by one grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of July 10, 2003
ROBERT DWYER
died on June 30, 2003 at the age of 61
He was the beloved husband of Daphne
dear brother-in-law of Marilyn and Rick
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

MILDRED CIANGIOLA
died on July 3, 2003 at the age of 89.
She was the widow of the late Peter
devoted mother of Lucille Chirichella and Joan Terranova
also survived by four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Gregory the Great Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

CHARLES MAURITZEN
died on July 3, 2003
He was the devoted father of David, Scott, Greg and Scott Reade
Hess-Miller Funeal Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

JOHN J. GALLO
died on July 3, 2003 at the age of 87
He was the devoted father of Joan Porciello, Carol Beresford and Nancy Gallo. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MICHAEL C. MARCHESE SR.,
died on July 1, 2003 at the age of 76
He was the devoted father of Michael C. Jr., Rosemary Shepard, Gail, Jacqueline Angstadt, 
	Lynn D’Elena, Dean and the late James
also survived by grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MARGARET E. KENWOOD 
of Fishkill, New York, formerly of Middle Village,
died on July 7, 2003 at the age of 56. 
A computer analyst at Merrill Lynch
Devoted mother of Lauren M., and Kristen M.
loving daughter of Robert J. Wiesman, Sr., and Margaret F. Patterson
dear sister of Robert Wiesman, Jr., of Ridgewood, 
former wife of Alan Kenwood. 
She was active in the Dutchess County Girl Scouts. 
Libby Funeral Home, Fishkill, New York
Interment in Fishkill Burial Cemetery. 
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Dutchess County Girls Scouts.

The Week of July 17, 2003
SUSAN CIRONE
died on July 9, 2003.
She was the loving mother of Jason, 
cherished daughter of Carol Cirone
dear sister of Karen Andreola, cherished aunt of Nicholas, 
granddaughter of the late Lena Cirone, niece of the late Barbara Cirone. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JAMES J. ENNIS
died on July 12, 2003 at the age of 59
He was the loving father of James J. Ennis II and Patrick
dear brother of Patricia Kent and Maureen Sanger
also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins
He was a life-long member of the Moose Club. 
Religious services were followed by cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

VALI BURNT
died on July 8, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the loving mother of Ken and mother-in-law of Susan
dear sister of the late Vera Lopato, Anita Giffone, Arien Bernhardt and Helen Lopato. 
Religious services were followed by interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

NANCY BAKST
died on July 8, 2003.
She was the dear sister of William Emery
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

DAISY TAYLOR-BROWN
died on July 13, 2003 at the age of 69.
She was the devoted mother of Philip Taylor
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

THEODORE KROOG SR.
died on July 13, 2003 at the age of 80
He was the beloved companion of Mary, father of Martin
dear brother of Fred, Kenneth, Bernadette, Gladys and Alice. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOSEPH SUSSMAN
of Ridgewood
A native of Queens
died on July 9, 2003 at the age of 86. 
he was the son of the late Morris and Henrietta, 
brother of the late Saul
dear friend of Joan Woessner
fond uncle of Melissa and John Baranowski. 
A U.S. Army veteran who served in World War II, 
he was the proprietor of Sussman Paints 
and a retired civil engineer from the New York City Transit Authority. 
He served as a referee for fifty years for the Greater New York Ice Hockey Association. 
Interment was in Beth David Cemetery, Elmont, New York, 
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

ROBERT MANUZZA 
of Maspeth
A native of Brooklyn
died on July 12, 2003 at the age of 41.  
he was the loving son of Dorothy Reidy. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of July 24, 2003
RALPH DiFONZO
of Ridgewood
A native of Castel Morrone, Italy
died on July 17, 2003 at the age of 67
He was the proprietor of Rudy’s Bakery on Seneca Avenue. 
he was the husband of Antoinette
devoted father of Michael and father-in-law of Karen
fond uncle of Toni Binanti of Rudy’s Bakery
dear grandfather of Emmajoy Madalena. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

NANCY ROSE PEPOLINO
died on July 18, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Joseph
devoted mother of Marilyn Frey, and Nanette Cazzollat
also survived by six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Holy Family Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

VINCENT J. INSERRA
died on July 13, 2003 at the age of 90
He was the devoted father of Jeanne Perrone. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Fidelis Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery. 
ess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ROBERT RAHNER
died on July 18, 2003
He was the dear brother of James, William and Edward
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

AGNES E. WENZEL
died on July 14, 2003 at the age of 88.
She was the widow of the late William
devoted mother of William
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

DONALD C. MALIA
died on July 13, 2003 at the age of 80
He was the beloved husband of Agnes
devoted father of Donald, Mary Millimet, Patrick and Martin
also survived by four grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

EUGENE L. SEIDL
of Glendale
died on July 9, 2003 at the age of 70
He was the beloved husband of Betty Lou (nee Kirn)
devoted father of John, Scott and Tim
loving grandfather of Timothy
dear brother of Robert
also survived by many nieces and nephews
He was a member of the U.S. Marine Corps and a veteran of the Korean War. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Michaels Funeral Home, 79-22 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOSEPH ROSALIA of Brooklyn
died on July 13, 2003
He was the dear son of Bessie and Barney
also survived by brothers Jerome, Russell and John.

MARY TERRACCIANO
died on July 17, 2003 at the age of 88.
She was the beloved wife of Benjamin
loving mother of Anthony and Joseph, 
cherished grandmother of Maria, Anthony Jr., Theresa, Stephen, Joseph Jr., Gina, 
	Margaret Ann and Linda
great-grandmother of Camille, Danielle, and Dominick
dear sister of Antoinette Esposito. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church, 
Entombment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JOSEPHINE GUIDICE
died on July 16, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the widow of the late Anthony
loving mother of Frances Diano
dear sister of Virginia Viola, 
cherished grandmother of Vincent, Maria Visintin, and Josephina Maurro 
and great-grandmother of Frank. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Francis de Paola Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

EVELYN BAUMANN of Bloomington, Indiana
died on July 18, 2003 at the age of 101.
She was the widow of the late Marc
loving mother of Beatrice Carlyss and mother-in-law of Gerald, 
cherished grandmother of Michele Conner and Cheryl Carlyss
great-grandmother of Michael, Justin and Lauren Conner
Sister of the late Jeanette Piquerez, Cecile Metzman, and Ruben Gindrat
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Flushing Cemetery.

DENNIS J. SCHWEICKERT
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on July 21, 2003 at the age of 54.  
he was the son of the late Andrew H. and Anna Marie (nee Rosenthal)
dear brother of Alan A.
also survived by many close friends
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

LOUISE SEIPP 
of Long Island City
A native of New York
died on June 30, 2003 at the age of 90. 
she is survived by nieces and nephews
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

MARIE GREINER
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on July 17, 2003 at the age of 80. 
she was the widow of the late John
devoted mother of Judith Tannenbaum, Robert and Charles Greiner, Nancy Titolo, 
	Joan Krugel and Frieda Kiersted
also survived by eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

MICHAEL FUCHS
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on July 17, 2003 at the age of 86.  
he was the dear brother of Marian Fuchs and Dorothy Wallace. 
Services were held at graveside
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

MURIEL SIEBERT
of Ridgewood
A native of Queens
died on July 9, 2003 at the age of 84.  
she was the widow of the late Thomas
Sister of Catherine Gerry
fond aunt of Linda Stucky and John McGuire. 
Interment was in St. Charles Cemetery
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

CATHERINE FREEMAN
died on July 22, 2003 at the age of 89.
She was the devoted mother of Mary Beato
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ANGELO DONZA
died on July 22, 2003 at the age of 85
He was the dear brother of Rose, Rocco and John
also survived by nieces and nephews
He was a member of Don Bosco Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree, and the St. Sabino Society. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Frances de Paolo Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

BARBARA EISENBERG
died on July 22, 2003 at the age of 61.
She was the loving daughter of Shirley Eisenberg
dear sister of Emilie Festa
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

MARIO MILO JANNINI
died on July 21, 2003 at the age of 59
He was the beloved husband of Eija
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ONDINA MIRANDA 
of Elmhurst
died on July 22, 2003 at the age of 73.
She was the loving mother of Maritza Koehler, Lisette Lennon, Zulema Grosso, and George Sanchez, 
cherished grandmother of Ronnie, Samantha, Karena, Nicholas, Alexandria, Kristi, Joelle and Brianna. 
Religious Services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, 
Entombment in St. Michael Cemetery.

EMMA MELLER 
of Elmhurst
died on July 22, 2003 at the age of 83.
She was the widow of the late Casimir
loving mother of Karen, Theresa and Richard, and mother-in-law of Virginia
dear sister of Sister Virginia Sebert, S.S.N.D., 
cherished grandmother of Emily Meller. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ALICE RUDZWICK of Elmhurst
died on July 25, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the beloved wife of Arthur
loving mother of Russell and Andrea, 
cherished grandmother of Allison, Andrew and Nicholas
great-grandmother of Alexandria and Cheyenne
dear sister of Edna Marcelonis. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MARIAN THERESA CORELLO 
of Farmington Hills, Michigan
A resident of Ridgewood, Sag Harbor, Long Island, and Brooklyn
died on July 25, 2003 at the age of 84. 
she was the widow of the late Joseph
loving aunt of John and Mary Stillwagon and Terrence Callaghan. 
She was a member of St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church in Brooklyn. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Clare of Assisi, Farmington Hills, Michigan
Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield, Michigan.
Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, 33603 Grand River Avenue, Farmington, Michigan.

The Week of August 7, 2003
MARY VACCARO
died on August 2, 2003 at the age of 93.
She was the widow of the late Charles
devoted mother of Rosemarie Agusta and Ursula Vaccaro
also survived by seven grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Rocco Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

PASQUALE MENGA
died on July 31, 2003 at the age of 62
He was the beloved husband of Carmela
devoted father of Francis and Lisa
dear brother of Peter
also survived by five grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ETHEL B. HOOK
died on July 28, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of Edwin
devoted mother of Wendy Ruehle. 
Services were officiated by Pastor Furry of the United Presbyterian Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOHN WHITE
died on July 20, 2003
He was the devoted father of Christine, Kerri and Eric
loving nephew of Katherine Baurys
dear brother of Elizabeth Schauer and Patrick. 
Mass of Christian Burial at St. Matthias Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery. 
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

KATHLEEN GEYER
died on July 28, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of Robert
devoted mother of John and Robert
loving daughter of Helen and John. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

EUNICE LEONARD
died on July 29, 2003 at the age of 71.
She was the beloved wife of Jack
devoted mother of Brian, John, Joan and Lynn
also survived by two grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

SALVATORE LUPO of Corona
died on July 31, 2003 at the age of 73
He was the dear brother of Jean Fiscina, Marie Fiscina, and Mildred Lamonica
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

RALPH J. PITARRA of Rego Park
died on August 3, 2003 at the age of 45
He was the beloved husband of Kathleen
dear brother of John Pitarra. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

FRANK MAUSSER
of Ridgewood
A native of Schalkendorf, Gottschee, Austria
died on July 25, 2003 at the age of 89. 
he was the husband of the late Josephine
also survived by nieces and nephews
He was a member of the Gottscheer Mannerchor, 
Gottscheer Kranken Unterstutzungs Verein, 
Past President and Treasurer of the Gottscheer Club House Holding Corporation. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

DOLORES H. STEINBACH of Ormond Beach, Florida,
died on July 27, 2003 at the age of 65. 
A native of Ridgewood, she was the beloved wife of George
devoted mother of Dodie Sacchere
dear sister of Jacqueline Ames, Doris Sweeney, Maureen Nickerson and Bernard Sweeney
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend David Stevens
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

ELENA GARCIA 
of Brooklyn
A native of Aguada, Puerto Rico
died on July 26, 2003 at the age of 76. , she was the beloved wife of Margaro
devoted mother of Confesor, Margarita, Hito, Hector, Susana and Buenaventura Garcia
dear sister of Antonia Caban
also survived by nineteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Barbara’s Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

BERNARD CORSO 
of Barryville, New York
A native of Brooklyn
died on July 29, 2003 at the age of 73. 
he was the beloved husband of Marie
devoted father of Bernard, John and Richard Corso and Cathy Sforza
dear brother of Josephine Gandley and Frank Corso
also survived by thirteen grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Thomas the Apostle Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ERNEST HENDRICKSON
of Glendale
A native of Queens
died on July 30, 2003 at the age of 61. 
he was the beloved husband of Patricia
loving father of Stacey Divone and Laurie Nunciato, 
son of the late Henry and Gertrude Hendrickson
fond brother of Kenneth
He was a U.S. Navy veteran who served in Vietnam
Emmaus Lutheran Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

CHARLOTTE BARBER
of Ridgewood
A native of Massachusetts
died on August 4, 2003 at the age of 93. 
she was the widow of the late Walter, 
mother of the late John
dear sister-in-law of Ann Hull
also survived by three nieces and nephews and five grandnieces and grandnephews. 
She was a member of Miraculous Medal Senior Citizens. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

The Week of August 14, 2003
JOSEPH JOHN MECKE
of Glendale
died on August 7, 2003 at the age of 83
He was the husband of the late Helen Ann
devoted father of Joseph, Barbara, Michael and the late Loretta
dear brother of Susan and Francis
also survived by nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Interment was in Calverton National Cemetery 
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ETHEL HOOK
died on July 27, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of Edwin
devoted mother of Wendy Ruehle and Reverend Roger Martin
also survived by three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 
officiated by Pastor Furry of the United Presbyterian Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

CAMILLO F. GUIGLIANO
died on August 5, 2003 at the age of 76
He was the beloved husband of Christina
devoted mother of Camillo. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ANNA AUGSTEIN
died on August 8, 2003 at the age of 77.
She was the beloved wife of Helmut
devoted mother of Ursula Heinlein and Friedhelm
also survived by three grandchildren. 
officiated by Pastor Furry of the United Presbyterian Church
of Ridgewood
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOSEPH A. SALVIOLA
died on August 8, 2003 at the age of 89
He was the husband of the late Margaret
devoted father of Ronald. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JULIE POPLINSKI
died on August 2, 2003 at the age of 81.
She was the widow of the late Charles
loving mother of Robert and Nancy Tauscher and mother-in-law of Jeffrey
dear sister of Margaret and Alex Demeter. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

LUCY SALA
died on August 5, 2003 at the age of 78.
She was the widow of the late Vincent
loving mother of Andrew, Peter, Jeanne Bianchi and the late James and Rosemarie, 
cherished mother-in-law of Laura
loving daughter of Rose Chiappone, 
cherished grandmother of Nicole, Lucy, Kristyn, Gerard, Christopher, Pattsy and the late Gina. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

LEONA SISCARETTI
died on August 8, 2003 at the age of 79.
She was the widow of the late Michael
loving mother of Michael and mother-in-law of Denise
dear sister of Arthur Gronbach, Madelyn LaGuardia and Eleanor Durand, 
cherished grandmother of Michael and Lynn .
Religious services were held at the AnnePapavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.

DONATO J. RAGONE
died on August 5, 2003 at the age of 68
He was the beloved husband of Maria
loving father of Maria Zirpoli, Camille Gulotta and John and 
father-in-law of Manuel, Joseph and Carmen, 
cherished grandfather of Michael, Vincent, Jonathan, Cristina, Gabriella, Gianna and Joseph. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

TADEUSZ DOBKOWSKI
died on August 3, 2003 at the age of 61
He was the beloved husband of Jolanta
loving father of John
dear brother of Diana Okula and Halina Bojanowski. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Holy Cross Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

HELEN GUERRIERI
died on August 3, 2003 at the age of 70.
She was the widow of the late Anthony (Tony Lee)
loving mother of Genie Cassieri and Theresa Guerrieri and 
mother-in-law of Louie and Mario
dear sister of Annabell Balkon
also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends
dear companion of Wulfie and Taz. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Nativity Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

EMMA MAUSSER
of Glendale
A native of Toplitzel, Stockendorf, Gottschee, Austria
died on August 5, 2003 at the age of 94. 
she was the widow of the late Frank
devoted mother of Alois and Clara Jonke; 
dear stepmother of Joseph Koenig and Maria Hoge. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

PHILOMENA FORGIONE 
of Hollywood, Florida
A native of Huntington, New York
died on August 8, 2003 at the age of 94. 
she was the widow of the late Cosmo
devoted mother of Ralph
also survived by grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 
Services were held at graveside. 
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

RUDOLPH ROETEL 
of Rockaway
A native of Germany
died on August 6 at the age of 87. 
he was the devoted father of Jeanette Perri and Heide Marie Luber in Haar, Germany
dear friend of Helga Knauf
He was a former chef at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. 
Cremation was in Oxford Hills Crematory
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of August 21, 2003
HENRY (Rudy) RUDZEWICK, 
a lifelong resident of Maspeth,
died on August 18, 2003 at the age of 89. 
At an early age he was a member of the Maspeth Trojan Football Club that was known for 
their numerous championships in the Queens Alliance and for entertaining Sunday crowds 
circa 1935 to 1941. Henry, known as "Dit," played fullback and captained the hometown team
He was proud to be appointed to the New York City Fire Department and he was a member of 
Ladder 154 located in Jackson Heights. 
In 1970 Henry was a partner in the Gaslight Inn Pub & Restaurant in Elmhurst and coached 
the softball team to two championships during the 1970s and 1980s
He was a charter member of the Spellman Council, 
Knights of Columbus, 
St. Stanislaus Holy Name Society, 
a Life Member of the Elks Lodge 878, 
United Veterans and Fraternal Organization of Maspeth and Retired Fireman’s Association
He was the husband of the the late Elsie
dear brother of Arthur
devoted father of Kenneth of Maspeth, Nancy of Manorville
loving father-in-law of Barbara and Ronald
dear uncle of Karen, Dale and Dennis
also survived by ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church
Interment followed in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MARY O’KANE 
of Maspeth
died on August 10, 2003 at the age of 94.
She was the widow of the late James B.
loving mother of Dolores Muller and James and mother-in-law of Joseph, 
cherished grandmother of Susan, Margaret, James W., Joseph Jr., Cathyann, Diane and John
dear sister of Edna Swartz
also survived by thirteen great grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JOSEPHINE MIRABILE
died on August 14, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the devoted mother of Rosemarie Nicolois, Janice Rao and Danielle M. Toubail
also survived by five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Victory Church, 
Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Kingston, Pennsylvania.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MARSHA M. FOSTINI
died on August 12, 2003 at the age of 60.
She was the loving niece of Robert Polimeni and Florence Criscuolo
dear cousin of Chris, John and Vera. 
Religious Services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.

MARGARET LeMIER
died on August 12, 2003 at the age of 70.
She was the beloved wife of Joseph L.
devoted mother of Kathleen
also survived by one granddaughter. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
the Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JULIUS MARTINSEN
died on August 10, 2003 at the age of 72
He was the beloved husband of Patricia. 
officiated by Pastor Gregory Sutterlin
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory,
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

RAYMOND K. GROBHOLZ
died on August 15, 2003 at the age of 81
He was the beloved husband of Eleanor
devoted father of Stephanie. 
Services were officiated by Pastor Ferry of the United Presbyterian Church of Ridgewood
Interment in Lutheran/All Faiths Cemetery
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

DANIEL J. DEVINE
died on August 9, 2003 at the age of 76
He was the dear brother of Edna Grabski. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MERI AYZENBERG
died on August 12, 2003 at the age of 94.
She was the devoted mother of Rimma Yelenskaya. 
Services were officiated by Rabbi Stanley Greenstein
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

BERTHA BARTON
died on August 12, 2003 at the age of 58.
She was the devoted mother of Angela Martin and Arthur
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

EVELYN R. MANTHA
died on August 11, 2003 at the age of 89
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.

VINCENT C. ROMAGNOLI
died on August 10, 2003 at the age of 73
He was the beloved husband of Mary
loving father of Lisa Ann Chetkof and Vincent and father-in-law of Michael and Diane, 
cherished grandfather of Nicoll, James and Nicholas. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

RITA MARIE KELLY
died on August 14, 2003 at the age of 54.
She was the daughter of the late Rosina Revelli
loving mother of Danielle Santoro and mother-in-law of Vincenzo. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady the Angelus Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

PATRICIA HAGELIN
of Glendale
A native of England
died on August 13, 2003 at the age of 81. 
she was the widow of the late Robert
dear sister of Deryck Williamson and Dorothy. 
She was a teacher at St. John’s Lutheran and Redeemer schools
St. John’s Lutheran Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

GRACE M. DAUBLE
of Glendale
A native of East Hartford, Connecticut
died on August 14, 2003 at the age of 90. 
she was the widow of the late Albert C.
dear sister of Robert Ponchak
also survived by many nieces and nephews. 
She was a member of the Eastern Star. 
Services were officiated by Pastor Michael T. Ross
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

RUDOLF ROETHEL 
of Rockaway
A native of Germany
died on August 6, 2003 at the age of 87. 
he was the devoted father of Jeanette Perri and Heide Marie Luber of Haar, Germany
dear friend of Helga Knauf
He was a former chef at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. 
Cremation was in Oxford Hills Crematory, 
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

LORETTA FAIRBAIRN
of Glendale
A native of Ridgewood
died on August 17, 2003 at the age of 87. 
she was the widow of the late Allen H.
devoted mother of the late Allan G. Fairbairn; 
dear grandmother of Christopher Fairbairn. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ANNA PACUCCI 
of Middle Village
died on August 14, 2003 at the age of 92.
She was the widow of the late Michael
devoted mother of Andrew M. and Tina DeCarlo
also survived by fourteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
She was a member of St. Margaret Christian Women and 
St. Margaret Seniors & Adult Center of Middle Village. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Michaels Funeral Home, 79-22 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JULIA JANOWSKI
of Glendale
A native of Brooklyn
died on August 17, 2003 at the age of 85.  
she was the widow of the late Joseph
devoted mother of Eleanor Jetter, Joseph and Edward Janowski
also survived by six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

HELEN WITTMANN
of Glendale
A native of Crvenka, Yugoslavia
died on August 12, 2003 at the age of 94. 
she was the widow the the late Philip
devoted mother of Henry and the late Edward Wittman
dear mother-in-law of Elizabeth and Susan Wittmann
also survived by four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
officiated by Reverend John Stoudt of Emmaus Evangelical Lutheran Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

STEVEN TOUVALIAN
of Ridgewood
A native of South Norwalk, Connecticut
died on August 14, 2003 at the age of 79.  
he was the dear brother of Edward Touvalian. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Holy Martyrs Armenian Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ALI ALMA BRANDES 
of Flushing
A native of Alexandria, Egypt
died on August 14, 2003 at the age of 64.  
she was the dear sister of Ginette Amhi and Jocelyne Marchand. 
Rabbi Stephen Dresner 
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Cremation at Fresh Pond Crematory.

THERESA HERGET
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on August 15, 2003 at the age of 65. 
she was the beloved wife of William Herget
devoted mother of John and Patrick Stalzer and Amy and Marc Losonsky
dear sister of Rosemarie Kinsley, Bernhardt, Anthony and Daniel Braun
also survived by four grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Michael T. Ross
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

ANA SVIHRAN
of Ridgewood
A native of Janosik, Yugoslavia
died on August 18, 2003 at the age of 73. 
Devoted mother of Ondrej Svihran and Anka Flanjak
also survived by two grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend John Drzik
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

The Week of August 28, 2003
ELSE JOAN HARDER 
of Kew Gardens, 
formerly of Ridgewood,
died on August 18, 2003 at the age of 76.
She was the beloved wife of Edward
devoted mother of Edward Jr., Kathryn Jordan, Linda Schnetzler and Robert
dear mother-in-law of Grace Harder, Kenneth Schnetzler, Jack Jordan and Beatrice Harder, 
cherished grandmother of Joel, Kava, Lauren and Jenne Harder, Kimberly, Liza, 
	Zachary and Sarah Jordan, Elanna and Steven Schnetzler and Brian and Alyssa Harder
dear sister of Joseph, Herbert and Arthur Falke. 
officiated by Michael Doherty, minister of the First Church of Christ, Maspeth
Interment in The Cemetery of the Evergreens.
Simonson Funeral Home, 119-04 Hillside Avenue, Richmond Hill.

ROSE MARTINO of Brooklyn
died on August 24, 2003 at the age of 80.
She was the devoted mother of Linda Amada
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.

ANTHONY TERRANOVA
died on August 23, 2003 at the age of 57
He was the beloved husband of Joan
devoted father of Anthony and Nicole
dear brother of Marilyn and Nina. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Rose of Lima Church
Interment in Holy Rood Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

KATHRYN CHORNEY 
of Middle Village
died on August 20, 2003 at the age of 88.
She was the dear cousin of George Szyjka. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Holy Ghost Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOSEPH FINGER
died on August 21, 2003 at the age of 66
He was the beloved husband of Caroline
devoted father of Lisa, Thomas, Steven and Scott; 
dear grandfather of Daniel
also survived by thirteen brothers and sisters. 
Services were officiated by Pastor Gregory Sutterlin
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

LENORE M. SZCZEPANSKI
died on August 23, 2003 at the age of 81.
She was the widow of the late Paul
loving mother of George, Nancy Krieger and Joseph
also survived by eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ALBERT A. SAWKA
died on August 19, 2003 at the age of 81
He was the beloved husband of Dolores (nee Wroblewski)
loving father of Gregory, Beverly Jackson, Nancy, Mark and Daniel, 
cherished grandfather of Bretland, Ashlyn, Tanner, Marieke, Daniel, Erica, Reed, 
	Jacob, Kevin and Caitlyn. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

HENRY J. GILLEN
died on August 18, 2003 at the age of 53
He was the son of the late Patrick and Elizabeth
dear brother of Mary, Eileen, and Michael
also survived by three nephews and one niece. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

GRACE ZAJKOWSKI
died on August 21, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the dear sister of Angelina Pizzonia
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Francis de Paola Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

VINCENT C. ROMAGNOLI
died on August 10, 2003 at the age of 73
He was the beloved husband of Mary
loving father of Lisa Ann Chetkof and Vincent and father-in-law of Michael and Diane, 
cherished grandfather of Nicoll, James, and Nicholas. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

VINCENT TERESI
of Ridgewood
A native of Queens
died on August 25, 2003 at the age of 75. 
he was the beloved companion of Theresa Bennet
devoted father of Thomas Teresi
also survived by two grandchildren
He was a U.S. Navy veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Mount St. Mary Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

PETER HANDLER 
of Middle Village
A native of Morobitz, Gottschee, Austria
died on August 19, 2003 at the age of 74. 
he was the beloved husband of Maria
devoted father of Ingrid Lorenz
dear brother of Maria Loy
fond grandfather of Eric and Christine Lorenz. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of September 4, 2003
DOROTHY FRIEDRICH
of Glendale
died on August 27, 2003 at the age of 87.
She was the devoted mother of Arlene G. Alexandrea
dear grandmother of Darlene Grass, Robert J. and Cindy 
greatDeLacca-grandmother of Soleil and Amber Rose. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

THOMAS M. NILSEN
of Glendale
A native of Staten Island
died on August 27, 2003 at the age of 66. 
he was the beloved husband of Marilyn Nilsen (nee Hutter)
dear brother of William Nilsen
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale, 
officiated by Pastor John Krahn
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ROBERT J. MURPHY
of Glendale
died on August 30, 2003 at the age of 86. 
A recipient of the Bronze Star, 
he was the devoted father of Maureen Murphy, Brian and David
dear brother of Frank and Mildred Niehous
also survived by three grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ANN GURRERA
died on August 29, 2003 at the age of 85.
She was the devoted mother of Valerie Layton
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

HILDEGARD B. GRUENDL
died on August 31, 2003 at the age of 72.
She was the devoted mother of Frank
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

MURIEL HOELL
died on August 27, 2003 at the age of 81.
She was the beloved wife of Lawrence
devoted mother of Larry and Lynne Martino
dear sister of Jack
also survived by four grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

RAYMOND JOSEPH QUINN
died on August 27, 2003 at the age of 74
He was the husband of the late Agnes
loving father of Gerry Michaelson, Raymond and the late Christopher, 
father-in-law of David Michaelson, Marianne and Tracy, 
cherished grandfather of Suzanne, Sharon, John, Christopher, Raymond, Matthew and Kaitlyn and 
great-grandfather of Hannah, Ryan and Lauren
He was a World War II Army veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ALOIS WITTINE 
of Mountville, Pennsylvania, 
formerly of Glendale
A native of Yugoslavia
died on August 26, 2003 at the age of 81. 
A retired butcher for Karl Ehmer in Brooklyn and Queens, 
he was a member of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church and Gottscheer Vereinigung Club.
he was the son of the late Alois and Josefine Bartelme Wittine, 
beloved husband of Eveline Tschinkel Wittine
devoted father and father-in-law of Ingrid A. and Victor C. Vascellaro of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 
	Heidi and John DeCesare of Chatham, New Jersey
dear brother of Frieda Tschinkel
of Glendale, Helen Spreitzer of Elizabeth, New Jersey, and Emma Laussegger of Austria
also survived by three grandchildren. 
John E. Kraft Funeral Homes, Mountville, Pennsylvania.

SADIE WATKINS (nee Cohen)
died on September 2, 2003 at the age of 95.
She was the widow of the late John L.
devoted mother of Marvin Cohen and Walter Watkins
dear sister of Bella Huff and Martin Cohen
also survived by numerous grandchildren
great-grandchildren and nieces. 
Riverside Memorial Chapel, 180 West 76th Street, New York, New York.

JANE A. CUTI
died on September 1, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of Richard
devoted mother of Anthony
dear sister of Rose Frances McCullagh, Mary Ellen Gillespie, Eileen Schipsey and Cecilia Davies
Hess Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

JOHN PETROVITS I
of Glendale
died on September 2, 2003 at the age of 94
He was the beloved husband of Ann (nee Henry)
devoted father of Joan, John II and Robert
dear brother of Mildred Greco
also survived by four grandchildren and one great-grandchild
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale, 
officiated by Pastor Michael T. Ross
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

The Week of September 11, 2003
MARILYN CUFFE
of Glendale
A native of Brooklyn
died on September 2, 2003 at the age of 63.
she was the widow of the late Michael F.
devoted mother of Michael F. Cuffe, George R. Cuffe and Deborah Vasquez
dear sister of Warren Schulz
also survived by four grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Pete Scazzero
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

JEAN NUNZIATO 
of Woodside 
died in Tampa, Florida on September 8, 2003 at the age of 87.
She was the widow of the late Pat
loving mother of Patricia, Lucia, Toni Marie Galgay, Anthony and the late Aniello
devoted grandmother of Peter and Brian Galgay, Anthony, Alicia and Andrea Nunziato
dear mother-in-law of Peter Galgay and Dolores Nunziato
fond sister of Julia Giblin and Jo Goodwin
also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. 
Kennedy-Roth Funeral Home, 41-45 58th Street, Woodside
Mass of Christian Burial at St. Sebastian Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery. 
donations can be made to the Vietnam Veterans of America, Queens Chapter #32 
or the Lexington School for the Deaf.

MARY WILKINSON
of Glendale
A native of the U.S.A.
died on September 5, 2003 at the age of 76.  
she was the dear sister of John and Agnes Meyers and Joan Brock
also survived by many nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Glendale Walsh-Labella & Son Funeral Home, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

HERMANN K. BRUM
A native of Germany 
died on September 5, 2003 at the age of 68. 
he was the husband of the late Alice (nee 
devoted Semerjian)father of Coletta and Ibo Gokoguz and Susan and Mark Pine
dear grandfather of Kevin and Allison Pine. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Rita Church, 
Entombment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

HONORIA RIVERA
died on September 2, 2003 at the age of 84.
She was the devoted mother of Dolly, Eneida Garces and Daisy Hoermann
also survived by thirteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

FREDERICK WINKLER
died on September 1, 2003 at the age of 56
He was the devoted father of Evelyn
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

EVA ZSELLER
died on September 3, 2003 at the age of 67.
She was the devoted mother of Eva Zseller-Karlsen
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

MARIA DEMENESCU
of Ridgewood
A native of Selevs, Yugoslavia
died on August 31, 2003 at the age of 84. 
Devoted mother of George Smolian
mother-in-law of Ana, grandmother of Nicolae.
Stephen R. Schawaroch Funeral Home, 58-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

NICOLAE SOTIR 
of Maspeth
A native of Budesti, Romania
died on September 5, 2003 at the age of 61. 
he was the beloved husband of Maria
devoted father of Valentin and Simona Sotir
dear brother of Elena Hagivreta
also survived by one grandchild
Descent of the Holy Spirit Romanian Orthodox Church, 
officiated by Reverend Viorel Dimitrescu
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

FRIEDA STIMITZ
of Ridgewood
A native of Gottschee, Austria
died on August 26, 2003 at the age of 70. 
she was the beloved wife of Josef
dear sister of Trudy Longo and John Mlekusch. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ANDREA FILOSA
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn 
died on September 4, 2003 at the age of 88. 
he was the beloved husband of Concetta
devoted father of Benedetto and Perino Filosa, brother of Santina
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ALBINA KREN 
of Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 
formerly of Glendale,
A native of Austria
died on September 3, 2003 at the age of 91. 
she was the widow of the late Joseph
devoted mother of Arline Jacobsen of Fort Washington and 
	Betty Joan Wallace of San Jose, California
dear sister of Sefi Podratzky in Austria, the late Maria Ostermann and Joseph Kobetitsch
also survived by seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Alphonsus Church in Pennsylvania
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Shaeff-Myers Funeral Home, Ambler, Pennsylvania.

THERESA M. PEPE
died on September 7, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the widow of the late William C.
loving mother of Anthony and mother-in-law of Felicia, 
cherished grandmother of Marc and Anthony Jr.
dear sister of Ralph and Angelo Abruzzese. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Cecilia Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

RAYMOND F. OMAS 
of Maspeth
died on September 6, 2003 at the age of 82
He was the husband of the late Eleanor
loving father of Teresa Omas
dear uncle of Karen Grant and cousin of Albert
He was a World War II Army veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Holy Cross Church
Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JOHN JAMES ELLIOTT
died on August 30, 2003 at the age of 54
He was the loving father of John, Christopher, Sean and Michael, and father-in-law of Kristen
dear brother of William Elliott and Alice Colavito
He was an U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. 
Religious services were offered at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

ANNA SANELLI
died on September 2, 2003 at the age of 71.
She was the beloved wife of Camillo
loving mother of Maria Nardilli, Cristina DeNovellis and Antonietta Iacovano and 
mother-in-law of Victor, Frank and Frank
dear sister of Angela Sanelli, 
cherished grandmother of Michael, Thomas, Brianna, Gabriela, Frank Anthony and Danielle. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Holy Cross Church, 
officiated by Father Peter Zendzian, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

RITA PRZYJEMSKI
died on September 2, 2003 at the age of 72.
She was the widow of the late Stanley
loving mother of Kenneth. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

RALPH C. MONACO
died on September 6, 2003 at the age of 66
He was the beloved husband of Catherine
loving father of Anthony and Jeanne Barbieri, and father-in-law of Guy, 
cherished grandfather of Joseph and Ralph
devoted son of Jean Vitacco
dear brother of Molly Lamonaca, Patricia Laspagnoletta, Madelyn Sampogna and the late Anne. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

The Week of September 18, 2003
JOHN (JACK) G. LEONARD, 
executive director of The St. Vincent De Paul Society,
died on September 9, 2003 at the age of 72
He was the husband of the late Eunice
devoted father of Brian, Lynn, Joan and John
dear brother of Joan Crowley
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Joseph Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ADOLPH DEMERY
died on September 11, 2003 at the age of 77
He was the beloved husband of Florence
devoted father of Stephen. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

PLACIDO SANCHEZ
died on September 13, 2003 at the age of 66
He was the dear brother of Maria Race
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

SIEGFRIED KUPPINGER
died on September 14, 2003 at the age of 67
He was the beloved husband of Marlies
loving father of Gary 
dear Kuppingerbrother of Hans Kuppinger and Ingeborg Meindel
He was the past president of the Independent Schuetzen Corps.
Religious services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

MARGARET LUISI
died on September 14, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the beloved wife of Michael
loving mother of Angelo and Michael
dear sister of Catherine Pinto, 
cherished grandmother of Michael, Angelo, Anthony and William
great-grandmother of Jeffrey and Nicholas. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

RAYMOND F. ORNAS, 
of Maspeth
died on September 6, 2003 at the age of 82
He was the husband of the late Eleanor
loving father of Teresa Ornas
dear uncle of Karen Grant and cousin of Albert
He was a World War II Army veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Holy Cross Church
Interment in Olivet Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MARGARET SMITH
died on September 8, 2003 at the age of 61.
She was the beloved wife of Thomas, cherished daughter of Anna Daly
loving mother of Thomas Jr., Patrick, Kevin and KellyAnn and mother-in-law of Cindy
dear sister of Thomas Daly. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

FREDERICK TUCKER
died on September 14, 2003
He was the husband of the late Marion E.
devoted father of Donna Dimola
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

PHILLIPA MARRONE
died on September 8, 2003 at the age of 85.
She was the loving aunt of Anthony and Fred
dear sister of Lucy and Sam
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue
Interment in St. John Cemetery.

RICHARD A. BETSO
died on September 10, 2003 at the age of 71
He was the dear brother of Phyllis Thompson and Eleanor McMahon. 
Cremation was in Fresh Pond Crematory
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MARGARET PERRY
died on September 5, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the devoted mother of Diana Smalls
also survived by three grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, 
officiated by Reverend Joseph Diehle
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ARTHUR T. GRAHAM 
of Edison, New Jersey, 
formerly of Ridgewood,
died on September 11, 2003 at the age of 76. 
A retired member of the United States Postal Service and the Harris-Intertype Corporation 
in Brooklyn, 
he was a former post commander of American Legion Post 471 in Iselin, New Jersey, 
member of the Boys State and Hand in Hand committees. 
A World War II Army veteran, 
he served as a clerk at the Nuremberg War Crimes Tribunal
He was the beloved husband of Juliet, formerly of Sunnyside
devoted father of Debbie Chomak, Kathy Bobal and Vicki Mercurio
also survived by eight grandchildren
dear uncle of William, Donald, Thomas, Douglas and Bob Graham, 
	who all lived on Forest Avenue in Ridgewood. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthew the Apostle Church, Edison, New Jersey.

LOUISE STAHL 
of Massapequa
A native of Tubingen, Germany
died on September 10, 2003 at the age of 97. 
she was the widow of the late Peter
devoted mother of Rolf and George Stahl
also survived by four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ROSE MARIE BERGAMINI 
of Canin City, Colorado
She was a native of Brooklyn
died on August 27, 2003 at the age of 88.  
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Calvary Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

DENNIS WARD 
of New York
A native of Brooklyn
died on September 10, 2003 at the age of 47. 
he was the loving son of Charlotte
dear brother of Eileen Savarese, Kathleen Lewicki, Richard, Thomas, Peter and Daniel Ward
also survived by nieces and nephews
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

HELEN ROTH 
of Brooklyn
She was a native of Brooklyn
died on September 2, 2003 at the age of 81. 
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Deacon Philip Ehresmann
Interment in St. John Cemetery.

The Week of September 25, 2003
ANGELINA RIGGIO
died on September 20, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of Joseph
devoted mother of Charles and Fran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

SOPHIE NEGRON 
died at the age of 109.
She was the devoted mother of Samuel
also survived by four grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Brentwood Cemetery.

VERA F. SCHMIDT
died on September 18, 2003.
She was the devoted mother of Joan Curcio and Gustave
also survived by grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church
Interment in Most Holy Trinity Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

LUCY CASELLA 
of Maspeth
died on September 22, 2003 at the age of 80.
She was the beloved wife of Dominick
loving mother of Joseph and mother-in-law of Annette
dear sister of Nancy Gardini, Anna Lipari and the late Antoinette Santora, 
cherished grandmother of Michael, Nicole and Kristen. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth. 

THERESA FRANZESE
died on September 20, 2003 at the age of 89. 
The former owner of the Silver Rail Bar and Grill Restaurant, 
she was the beloved sister of Lizetta Balletta, Louise (Lulu) Gongolewski, Bella Naisierowski, 
	Louis (Sonny) and Rosemarie Miraglia 
also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Francis de Paola Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

CONCETTA GUERRA 
of Maspeth
died on September 19, 2003 at the age of 85.
She was the widow of the late Pasquale
loving mother of Isabella and the late Joseph, 
cherished grandmother of Colleen and Patrick.
Religious services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in St. John Cemetery.

LENA BUONAIUTO
died on September 20, 2003 at the age of 94.
She was the widow of the late Peter
loving mother of Anthony, Peter, Josephine Carter and Alfred
dear sister of Nancy Fiore
also survived by eight grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St Adalbert Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

The Week of October 2, 2003
ELAINE WITTMER
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on September 27, 2003 at the age of 59.  
she was the beloved wife of Robert
devoted mother of Theresa Canino, Susan and Robert
loving daughter of Lillian Gobeil
dear grandmother of Marissa and Andrew
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

MILA LORENC
died on September 22, 2003 at the age of 79
He was the devoted father of Christine Smith and Ellen Frail
also survived by ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ALINE MOOMJY
died on September 23, 2003 at the age of 81.
She was the widow of the late Peter. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

SADIE CORSARO
died on September 27, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the widow of the late Ferdinand
loving mother of Fortune Patierno, Christine Brivic and Ida Schaeffer and 
mother-in-law of Vincent and Robert
dear sister of Carmela Brancato, Rose and Joe Esposito, 
cherished grandmother of Kris and Christina, Tara and Adrian, Craig, Ryan, Jodie and Alicia and 
great-grandmother of Allison. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MARY SEABECKER of Maspeth
died on September 26, 2003 at the age of 83.
She was the widow of the late George
loving mother of Mary Ann Farrell, 
cherished grandmother of George and Kenneth 
great-grandmother of Sabrina and Thomas
dear sister of Tony Zampelli, Anna Morales and Teresa Padula. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

THERESA A. KING 
of Largo, Florida
A native of Middle Village
died on July 22, 2003 at the age of 85. 
she was the widow of the late Robert
devoted mother of Barbara A. Stark, grandmother of Tracy A. Stark. 
A Memorial Mass at St. Margaret Church, Middle Village
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Michaels Funeral Home, 79-22 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

FREDERICK M. SCHERIFF
of Glendale
died on September 26, 2003 at the age of 86
He was the husband of the late Lillian (nee Pardue)
devoted father of Susan D’Agrosa and Frederick M. Scheriff Jr.
dear brother of Marie Smith
also survived by five grandchildren
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.

ALICE FRAEULIN 
of Ormond Beach, Florida,
A native of Brooklyn
died on September 27, 2003 at the age of 90. 
she was the beloved wife of Alfred
devoted mother of James and Josephine Strong
also survived by three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Aloysius Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

PAULA KEMPERLE
A native of Katzendorf, Gottschee
died on September 15, 2003 at the age of 91. 
she was the widow of the late Alois, 
beloved mother and mother-in-law of Rudolph and Irene Kemperle and Edeltraud and Helmut Wilhelm, 
grandmother of Linda Stiene, Barbara Eckner, MaryEllen Furman, Timothy Kemperle and Michael Wilhelm
great-grandmother of Eric Stiene, Julianne Stiene, Kurt Eckner, Paul Edward Furman, and Jack Kemperle
dear sister of Anna Stalzer, Sophie Roethel, Toni Haubensak, Albina Wittine and Frieda Tomitz. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Schwille Funeral Home, 66-32 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale.

RICHARD WALKER
of Ridgewood
A native of England
died on September 23, 2003 at the age of 80. 
he was the beloved husband of Louise
devoted father of Linda Rosso
also survived by one grandchild. 
Services were held at graveside in Silver Mount Cemetery
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

JESSIE KNECHT
of Ridgewood
A native of New York
died on September 21, 2003 at the age of 91. 
she was the widow of the late Lester
devoted mother of Judith Knecht and Eileen Owens
also survived by three grandchildren and one great-grandchild
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.

THERESA BENNET
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on September 22, 2003 at the age of 75. 
Devoted mother of Lawrence, Thomas and Robert Bennet, Theresa Ropers and Helene Dearoies
dear sister of Jean Hug and Ida Caruso
also survived by seven grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Mount St. Mary Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

FRANCES JUDGE
of Glendale
A native of Brooklyn
died on September 21, 2003 at the age of 93. 
she was the widow of the late James
devoted mother of Muriel Newton, Arlene Schultz and Dorothy Graf
dear sister of Celia Conte
also survived by six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

MARIO FILIPPI 
of Valley Stream
A native of Union, Ohio
died on September 16, 2003 at the age of 78. 
he was the dear brother of Rena McCarty and Annie Nerz
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ROBERT J. ENDRIZZI SR. 
of Old Saybrook, Connecticut,
A native of Brooklyn
died on September 18, 2003 at the age of 44. 
he was the beloved husband of Grace
devoted father of Kristen Rose Endrizzi and Robert Endrizzi Jr.
loving son of Bruna Endrizzi
dear brother of Laura Endrizzi Jamoilis. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ANA TORRES
of Ridgewood
A native of Guayanilla, Puerto Rico
died on September 19, 2003 at the age of 79.  
she was the dear sister of Marcelino Torres
also survived by many nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Aloysius Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood. 

ELIZABETH B. HERGET 
of Middle Village
A native of Brooklyn
died on September 18, 2003 at the age of 83.  
she was the dear sister-in-law of Elizabeth and Helen Herget
also survived by nieces and nephews
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Michael Ross
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

HELEN TAGG-VAZQUEZ
of Glendale
A native of New York City
died on September 27, 2003 at the age of 73. 
she was the beloved wife of Frank Vazquez and 
widow of the late Alfred C. Tagg
devoted mother of Kevin, Brian and Charles Tagg and Alison Walls
dear sister of Mary, Anna, Pat, Jimmy, Charles, Francis and Larry
also survived by five grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

The Week of October 9, 2003
ANTON A. KINKEL, Sr.,
of Glendale
died on October 7, 2003 at the age of 58
He was the beloved husband of Gloria E.
devoted father of Anton A. Jr., and William G.
dear brother of Georgianna, Joanne Falvetta, Victoria Hanagan, Margaret Richard and Selena Fink
also survived by seven grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

HEINRICH LOSKE
of Glendale
A native of Austria
died on September 29, 2003 at the age of 95. 
he was the beloved husband of Olga (nee Meditz)
devoted father of Elfriede Maroney, Helmut and Walter in Austria, and the late Herta Loske
also survived by six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Joan of Arc Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery. 
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

JENNIE D’AMICO 
of Staten Island
A native of Italy
died on September 21, 2003 at the age of 105. 
Devoted mother of Jean, Jimmy and John
also survived by fifteen grandchildren and 
twenty-seven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. John Neumann Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale. 

IDA CHIUSANO CARVANA 
of Brooklyn
A native of Brooklyn
died on September 6, 2003 at the age of 63.  
she was the beloved wife of Carl
devoted mother of Anthony
also survived by four grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Grace Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

FANNY CHIODO 
of Brooklyn
A native of the United States of America
died on September 24, 2003 at the age of 89.  
she was the widow of the late Charles
devoted mother of Peter and Dominick
also survived by three grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Bernard’s Church
Interment in Green-Wood Cemetery.
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ANNA T. HAAS
of Glendale
died on October 1, 2003 at the age of 70.
She was the devoted mother of Donna Porth and Mark
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

PATRICIA SCHAEFER
died on October 5, 2003.
She was the devoted mother of Darin and Scott and Melissa Hallahan
dear sister of Thomas. Services were held at Trinity-Lutheran Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

CONCETTA MANCIAMELI
died on October 2, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Santo
devoted mother of Sebastiano and Vincenzo. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MICHAEL A. SFORZA 
of Maspeth
died on September 30, 2003 at the age of 93
He was the beloved husband of Lucia
loving father of Pasquale Sforza and Marie Markowitz, 
cherished grandfather of Stephen, Michael, Richard, Karl, John, Laura, Michael and Julia
great-grandfather of Alyssa, Zachary, Jessica, Samantha, Alec, Nicholas and Gabriella. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Ascension Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

CHARLES VOSS
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on September 26, 2003 at the age of 71. 
he was the dear brother of Dorothy Molinari
He was a U.S. Army veteran
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Deacon Phillip Ehresmann
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

ELEANOR SHERMAN
of Glendale
A native of New York
died on September 29, 2003 at the age of 96.  
she was the widow of the late William
devoted mother of Patricia Gredel
also survived by twelve great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. 
She was a member of St. Mark’s United Church of Christ
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by the Reverend Alan MacLean
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ETHEL FISCHER 
of Norfolk, Virginia
A native of Ridgewood
died on October 1, 2003 at the age of 89. 
she was the widow of the late Henry
dear sister of Leonard Anderson. 
Services were held at graveside
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

MARIANNE MEYER, 
formerly of Glendale,
A native of Germany
died on October 6, 2003 at the age of 88. 
Devoted mother of George, Richard and Henry
mother-in-law of Susan and Ann
also survived by six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

The Week of October 16, 2003
THERESA CAPOBIANCO
died on October 11, 2003 at the age of 77.
She was the beloved wife of Vito
loving mother of Paul, Frank, Vito, Anthony and Theresa
mother-in-law of Lynn, Jean, Debbie, Janet, Rae and Nick
dear sister of Sabino LaVeglia and Fanny Ferrara
also survived by fourteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Cecilia Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ENRIQUETA MIQUEL
died on October 9, 2003 at the age of 86.
She was the loving mother of Martha Arias, Anthony Miquel and Cristina Miquel Marin, 
cherished grandmother of Fernando, Martha, Angie and Anthony
dear great-grandmother of Emma, Christopher, Michael and Fernando. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Angelus Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond .
CrematoryPapavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JAMES F. ALBRECHT
died on October 12, 2003 at the age of 76
He was the beloved husband of Christa
loving father of Jimmy and Peter, father-in-law of Marion
dear brother of Fred. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ANGELA CASCARANO
died on October 6, 2003 at the age of 95.
She was the widow of the late Michael
loving mother of Vito. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Out Lady of Hope Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MARY MELE
died on October 8, 2003 at the age of 80.
She was the dear sister of Vincent and Angie Miraglia
sister-in-law of Gladys, Ann, Helen, Mary and Henry
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

GANDOLFO CURCIO
died on October 7, 2003 at the age of 87
He was the beloved husband of Josephine
loving father of Rosemarie and James
dear brother of Joseph, Frank and the late Sally Verdi, 
cherished grandfather of Danielle. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

THERESA A. KING 
of Largo, Florida
A native of Middle Village
died on July 22, 2003 at the age of 85. 
she was the widow of the late Robert
devoted mother of Barbara A. Stark, 
grandmother of Tracy A. Stark. 
A Memorial Mass at St. Margaret Church in Middle Village
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Michaels Funeral Home, 79-22 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ROBERT REINHART
died on October 6, 2003
He was the devoted friend of James Peacock
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-10 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ANNETTE DeJESUS
died on October 9, 2003 at the age of 44.
She was the devoted mother of Michael and Raymond. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Cremation.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

LOUISE J. TONNA
died on October 7, 2003 at the age of 82.
She was the devoted mother of Diana and Norma. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

BEATRIZ G. BRAND
died on October 8, 2003 at the age of 79.
She was the devoted mother of Maria and Martha Alquiza
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

WILLIAM MULLER
of Ridgewood
died on October 12, 2003 at the age of 75
He was the beloved husband of Stella
devoted father of Robert
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Stephen R. Schawaroch Funeral Home, 58-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

KATHARINA SCHMIDTUTZ 
of Ridgewood 
A native of Parabutsch, Yugoslavia
died on October 8, 2003 at the age of 94.
She was the widow of the late John
devoted mother of Frank and Rudy
mother-in-law of Eleanore
dear sister of Rosi, Peter and the late Maria Kempf
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Stephen R. Schawaroch Funeral Home, 58-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

EDWARD SCHMITT
of Ridgewood
A native of New York
died on October 8, 2003 at the age of 78.  
he was the beloved husband of Rose Ehresman
devoted father of Edward Schmitt and Linda Alicea
also survived by five grandchildren
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Michael T. Ross
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

JOHN FINK
of Ridgewood and Hamden, New York
A native of Maserben, Gottschee, Austria
died on October 8, 2003 at the age of 86. 
he was the beloved husband of Leopoldine
devoted father of Erwin, John and Ingrid Springer, 
father-in-law of Ann, Loretta and John Springer
dear brother of Mary Tischinkel and Franz Lauritsch
fond grandfather of Brian, Tracy, Laura and John. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ELEANOR SHERMAN
of Ridgewood
A native of New York
died on September 29, 2003 at the age of 96. 
she was the widow of the late William
devoted mother of Patricia Gredel and the late Arlene Sutherland, 
	the late Florence Ruoff and the late Paula Morandi
also survived by many grandchildren
great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. 
She was a member of St. Mark’s United Church of Christ
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Allen MacLean
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

The Week of October 23, 2003
ALFRED (Fred) ERDMANN, Jr.,
of Glendale
died on October 16, 2003 at the age of 83
He was the husband of the late Emma
loving father of Alfred and Glenn
dear brother of Doris Felten and the late Eileen Rucker
fond grandfather of Donna Gruber, Alfred Erdmann and Patricia Erdmann Ewald, 
proud great-grandfather of Timothy and Emily Erdmann
He was a U. S. Navy veteran and served during World War II
He was a member of the Middle Village Republican Club and the 
Ridgewood Masonic Lodge and an honorary member of Reliance Lodge
Michaels Funeral Home, 79-22 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, 
officiated by Reverend Gregory J. Sutterlin
Interment in Lutheran All Saints Cemetery.

GILDA RISI
died on October 18, 2003 at the age of 78.
She was the beloved wife of Ralph
devoted mother of Janet Denaro and Ronald
also survived by four grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ANN KISSELL GRUN 
of New York City
A native of New York City 
died on October 13, 2003 at the age of 95. 
she is survived by one niece and one nephew. 
Interment was in Union Field Cemetery
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ROSA GARGANO 
of Brooklyn
A native of Italy
died on October 11, 2003 at the age of 72. 
she was the widow of the late Onofrio
devoted mother of Nicholas, Michael, Vincent, Angela, Catherine and Rosemarie
dear sister of Margaret, Catherine and Theresa
also survived by eleven grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Miracles, 
Entombment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

JOSEPH BAUER
of Glendale
A native of Brooklyn
died on October 14, 2003 at the age of 77. 
he was the beloved husband of Shirley
devoted father of Linda Bauer, Joey and Lorraine Bauer, Carolyn and Bernie Karoff and 
	Teresa Keresztes
dear grandfather of Kristin Karoff, Teresa and Brian Kiernan and Kevin and Andrea Keresztes
great-grandfather of Daniel and Jillian Kiernan and Cameron Keresztes. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of October 30, 2003
KATHERINE E. KRUEGER (nee Schaefer)
of Glendale
A native of Germany
died on October 22, 2003 at the age of 83. 
she was the widow of the late Arthur C.
devoted mother of Christina Krueger-Glushien and Michael
also survived by four grandchildren and one great-grandchild
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale, 
officiated by Reverend Michael T. Ross.

ARTHUR A. VETTER
of Glendale
died on October 25, 2003 at the age of 84
He was the beloved husband of Margaret
devoted father of Gary, Kerin, Lawrence, Mary Jane McCarthy, Patricia Tracy, Nancy and Donald
also survived by eighteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ANNA FINK
of Ridgewood
A native of Ridgewood
died on October 22, 2003 at the age of 88. 
she was the widow of the late Fred
also survived by five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
She was a member of the St. Aloysius Senior Club. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Aloysius Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Seneca Chapels, 494 Seneca Avenue, Ridgewood.

EDWARD K. BASLER
died on October 25, 2003 at the age of 87
He was the dear brother of Muriel Linskey
fond uncle of Dennis and Carol Linskey
great-uncle of Michael and Christine
He was a World War II Army veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

CLOTILDE RICCI 
of Elmhurst
died on October 23, 2003 at the age of 102.
She was the widow of the late John
devoted mother of Gino Ricci and Aldina Montano
dear grandmother of Ronald, Diane, John, Jeanmarie, Michael, Debra and Gino
also survived by five great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

FRANCES LOMBARDO
died on October 22, 2003 at the age of 80.
She was the devoted mother of Frank and Andrew
mother-in-law of Jo Ann and Louise
dear sister of Lena Fiore, Frank Sgro and Fannie Perri
fond grandmother of James, Marie Elena, Francesca, Jennifer and Andreanna. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Helen Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

IRENE McGUIRE 
of Rockaway Point
A native of Brooklyn
died on October 21, 2003 at the age of 89., 
she was the sister of the late James, John, Joseph and Viola McGuire, 
sister in-law of Kaye McGuire
also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. 
She was a retired legal secretary. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Thomas More Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Denis S. O’Connor Funeral Home, 91-05 Beach Channel Drive, Rockaway Beach.

MARIE MINERELLA
died on October 24, 2003 at the age of 77.
She was the widow of the late John
devoted mother of Janet Schroeder and Barbara Verterano
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

VIRGINIA PISANO
died on October 26, 2003 at the age of 81.
She was the dear sister of Millie Wachnicki and Louise Vilardi
devoted aunt of Rosemarie Puleo
also survived by many nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

OLGA TODD
died on October 26, 2003 at the age of 74.
She was the widow of the late Reginald, 
mother of the late David Anthony
dear sister of Josefina Creese
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ELIZABETH SCHROEDER
A native of Ridgewood
died on October 25, 2003 at the age of 93. 
she was the widow of the late Harry
devoted mother of Harry, Jr.
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

CHARLES P. KOEHLER 
of Heritage Village, Southbury, Connecticut, 
formerly of Ridgewood,
A native of Ridgewood
died on October 27, 2003 at the age of 83. 
he was the husband of the late Dorothy (nee  Elliott)
dear father of Patricia Ueckerman of Newtown, Connecticut, and 
	Laurie Crawford of Stockton, California
dear brother of Marie Optiz of Astoria
fond grandfather of Samantha Ueckerman, Christopher and Correy Crawford
He was director of low vision for Lighthouse Industries in New York City prior to his retirement. 
A Memorial Service in the Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main Street, Newtown, Connecticut. 

VIOLA YOUNG
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on October 25, 2003 at the age of 87. 
she was the dear sister of Olga Wissert, Eleanor Wavpotich and Henry Young
also survived by nieces and nephews. 
Services were held at graveside in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ROMAN OKOLISAN
of Ridgewood
A native of Ouca, Yugoslavia
died on October 20, 2003 at the age of 76. 
he was the husband of the late Lukrecija
devoted father of Aurika Samoilo
also survived by one grandchild and one great-grandchild. 
Linden Hill Cemetery, 
officiated by Reverend Viorel Dimitrescu.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

KURT SCHNEIDER
of Ridgewood
A native of Chemitz, Germany 
died on October 22, 2003 at the age of 92. 
he was the husband of the late Mildred
devoted father of Mildred Mikas
dear grandfather of Janine Topell and Keith Mikas
He was a member of Queensboro Lodge #892, Free & Accepted Masons, 
Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Free Masonry and Kismet Temple AAONMS. 
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapel, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Boyd Lowry
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.

AZIZA IBRAHIM 
of Bayside
A native of Cairo, Egypt
died on October 15, 2003 at the age of 72. 
she was the widow of the late Kamel
devoted mother of Makram Yacoub, Effat, Samir, Samy, Rafaat and Wafaa Awad
also survived by thirteen grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary’s and St. Antonio’s Coptic Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of November 6, 2003
SUSANNA SIMPSON (nee Wengler) 
of Breezy Point, 
formerly of Glendale,
died on October 30, 2003 at the age of 92. 
Founder and past president of the Glenridge Senior Citizen Multiservice and Advisory Center 
and active member of its board of directors, 
she was a former member of Community Board 5, 
St. Thomas More Golden Age Club and Rosary Society. 
She is survived by many cousins, one stepson and one stepgrandson. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Thomas More Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

LUCY CONSOLAZIO
died on October 25, 2003 at the age of 74.
She was the beloved wife of Anthony
devoted mother of Margaret Malinuk, Theresa Schivi and Anthony
dear sister of Philamina Chirachella, Mary Ciuffo, Florence Amelia, Jerry and Balbo Davanz
also survived by six grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

GENEVIEVE MISUNAS
died on October 29, 2003 at the age of 88.
She was the widow of the late Edward
dear sister of Wanda Rowinski. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

BRIDGET MICKEL
died on October 27, 2003 at the age of 78.
She was the widow of the late Henny
devoted mother of Ronni, Antoinette Alvarado and Dolli Lewis
dear sister of Jimmy McCurry
also survived by five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Long Island National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.
 
GEORGE CALDON
died on October 26, 2003 at the age of 70
He was the husband of the late Jean
devoted father of George and Marjorie
dear brother of Richard, John and Barbara Drowne
also survived by four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

PAUL R. GUZZONE
died on October 30, 2003 at the age of 91
He was the beloved husband of Josephine (nee LaRocca)
devoted father of Thomas, Anthony and Paul
dear grandfather of Jane Ann, Anthony, Scott, Gail and T.J.
great-grandfather of Alison, Anthony, John and Michael. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

STANLEY E. FILIPOWICZ
died on October 29, 2003 at the age of 84
He was the husband of the late Olga
devoted father of Dennis and Ronald, 
father-in-law of Joanne and Francine
dear grandfather of Angela, Jason, Jennifer and Samantha
dear brother of Bruno Filipowicz
He was a World War II Army veteran and recipient of the Silver Star and Bronze Star medals. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ELLA J. PEARSON
died on October 29, 2003 at the age of 84.
She was the widow of the late Edward
devoted mother of Judith Johnson
dear grandmother of Robert Johnson and Karen Yaeger
great-grandmother of Zachary, Daniel and Chazz.
Religious services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, 
officiated by Reverend Michael T. Ross
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.

MARIE NAVARRO
died on October 31, 2003 at the age of 70.
She was the devoted mother of Denise Egielski
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Religious services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in St. John Cemetery.

THERESA GOLD
died on October 30, 2003 at the age of 69.
She was the beloved wife of Larry
dear sister of Catherine Scala and Rosemarie Lizzul
fond aunt of Nancy Rotondi and Patricia Racanelli
great-aunt of Brett, Kevin, Emily, Sarah and Alex. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MARGARET SAUNDERS, 
formerly of Glendale,
A native of County Mayo, Ireland
died on October 30, 2003 at the age of 91.  
she was the widow of the late John
devoted mother of Margaret Saunders, Mary McGinn and Noreen Hennessey
also survived by four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Cecilia Church, Greenpoint
followed by interment in St. John Cemetery. 
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

MAY A. FERRIS of Middle Village
died on November 3, 2003 at the age of 75.
She was the beloved wife of Joseph R.
devoted mother of Charlene Fishon, Joseph, and Janet Lang
also survived by seven grandchildren
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale, 
officiated by Pastor Carl Rosenblum
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

MARGARO IRIZARRY
died on November 1, 2003 at the age of 72
He was the beloved husband of Carmen
devoted father of Angel, Juan, Ibet Lau, Nereida Garcia and Nancy Tiru
dear brother of Anna, Blanca, Aida Colon and Lucia Torez
also survived by five grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Municipal Lares Cemetery, Puerto Rico.

WILLIAM ROESCH
died on November 2, 2003 at the age of 80
He was the husband of the late Josephine
devoted father of Jane, Louise and Peggy
also survived by six grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, 
officiated by Rabbi Bruce Goldwasser
Interment in Beth Moses Cemetery.

ROBERT BROWN
died on October 31, 2003 at the age of 67
He was the beloved husband of Florence. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOSEPH PELLEGRINO
died on October 25, 2003 at the age of 91
He was the devoted father of Claudia Spodolini
also survived by four grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Joseph Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

REGINA C. MEEHAN (nee Finneran)
died on October 26, 2003 at the age of 78.
She was the beloved wife of Raymond
devoted mother of Theresa, Daniel, Patricia Hladek, Regina Demery and Mary Ward
dear sister of Helen, William, Joseph and the late Mary
also survived by nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ALBERT KUMP
of Glendale
A native of Warmberg, Gottschee
died on November 4, 2003 at the age of 81.  
he was the beloved husband of Zita (nee Nick)
devoted father of Rita Ochtera, Lore Gaetano and Alberta Hess
dear brother of Roy Kump
fond grandfather of Michael and Matthew Gaetano and Kristina and Amanda Hess. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

CARMEN ROTARIU
of Ridgewood
A native of Bucharest, Romania
died on October 28, 2003 at the age of 43. 
Devoted mother of Birleanu Vivien-Adrian
loving daughter of Georghe and Petra Rotariu
dear sister of Angela Georgescu
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Father Victor Runcanu
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

EILEEN ROCHFORD 
of Woodhaven
A native of New York
died on October 28, 2003 at the age of 71.  
she was the beloved companion of Gloria Deitrich
dear sister of Eleanor McLaughlin
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

JOSE ESCALERA
of Ridgewood
A native of Cuomo, Puerto Rico
died on November 1, 2003 at the age of 85. 
he was the beloved husband of 
devoted Georgettefather of Nancy Pereira and Elizabeth Escalera
also survived by three grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Deacon Philip Ehresmann
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

MARY MATTEO 
of Brooklyn
A native of Italy 
died on November 2, 2003 at the age of 88. 
she was the widow of the late Anthony
devoted mother of Rocco, Nicholas and Anthony
also survived by seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Simon and Jude Church
Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

JAMES E. DODGE
of Ridgewood
died on November 2, 2003 at the age of 74
He was the beloved husband of Beatrice
devoted father of James Jr., Sandra and Brenda
dear brother of George, Chris, Caroline, Mable and Margie
also survived by four grandchildren. 
Interment was in Linden Hill Cemetery
Stephen B. Schawaroch Funeral Home, 58-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of November 13, 2003
DAVID STERNBERG
died on November 7, 2003 at the age of 89
He was the devoted uncle of Harriette L. Giber
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

AKIRA MIYAMOTO
died on November 6, 2003 at the age of 62
He was the beloved husband of Kimie
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

JOSE G. COLON
died on November 9, 2003 at the age of 73
He was the beloved husband of Anna
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in the Cemetery of the Evergreens.

WALTER HOYESKI, 
a lifelong resident of Ridgewood,
died on November 7, 2003 at the age of 84
He was the husband of the late Norma
devoted father of Walter K.
dear brother of John
He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran and served as a Master Sergeant, 
	Combat Engineers in the Rhineland
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Boyd Lowry
Interment in Lutheran Cemetery.

ANNA BATTCHER (nee Schmied) 
of Davie, Florida, 
formerly of Glendale,
died on October 30, 2003 at the age of 74.
She was the widow of the late George, 
a retired member of the New York City Fire Department
devoted mother of Cheryl, Debbie, George and Richard
dear sister and sister-in-law of Marilyn and Mickey Ennis, Geraldine and William Attivissimo, 
	George and Anna Schmied and James and Ginnie Schmied. 
The Battchers were proprietors of the B&B Tavern on Jamaica Avenue in Richmond Hill in the 1960s.

HELEN SIMANOVICH
died on November 9, 2003 at the age of 80.
She was the widow of the late Joseph
loving sister of Mary Zello
dear aunt of John Vollers.
Religious services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.

ALICE M. QUINN
died on November 7, 2003 at the age of 58.
She was the dear sister of Ann Griffin and sister-in-law of Arthur. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home. 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

JOAN ALVIDA LYNCH
died on November 6, 2003 at the age of 51.
She was the beloved wife of Thomas L.
devoted mother of Donna Kriska and Suzanne Krachie
dear sister of Andrew and John Lamparter, 
cherished grandmother of Ryan and Andrew.
Religious services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, 
officiated by Reverend Michael T. Ross
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

SIME MILIN of Elmhurst
died on November 6, 2003 at the age of 94
He was the husband of the late Blazenka
devoted father of Ante, Rosanda Grancaric and Milko, 
father-in-law of Selma, Rosario and Nina, 
cherished grandfather of Lucia, Sandra, Jeremy, Sandy, Sandro, Desiree and Anthony
great-grandfather of Danielle and Cyrus.
Religious services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Dikio Cemetery, Croatia.

AURA GIL
died on November 5, 2003 at the age of 82.
She was the beloved wife of Francisco
devoted mother of Lucia, Hernan and Maria Lopez, 
cherished grandmother of Christian, Lisa, Pedro, Pablo and Stefanie. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Ascension Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ERNESTINA GONZALEZ
died on November 3, 2003 at the age of 91.
She was the widow of the late Jose
devoted mother of Waldo and Guido, 
cherished grandmother of Wanda, Guido, Emilio, Sammy, Guido and Nelly
great-grandmother of Jared, Michael, Nina, Cherise, Kerry and Daniel. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MARIE MARCIANO
of Glendale
died on November 9, 2003 at the age of 83.
She was the loving sister of Louis and Katherine, 
beloved aunt of Thomas, Anthony, Raymond and Richard. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Glendale Walsh-LaBella Funeral Home, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ANNE M. HALLER 
of Massapequa, 
formerly of Glendale,
died on November 10, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Joseph P., who was a vice-president at Ridgewood Savings Bank
devoted mother and mother-in-law of Joseph P. Jr., and Kathleen, Mary Ann and Donald Stecher, 
	Rita M. and Edwin Wormold
dear sister of Freida Davis
fond grandmother of Edward, Tracy, Nanette, Eileen, Stephen, Kimberly and Kevin; 
great-grandmother of Jacqueline, Jared, Brian, Emma and Kaitlyn. 
Mass of Christian Burial at St. Rose of Lima Church, Massapequa
Interment in St. John Cemetery. 
In lieu of flowers, contributions to Mission Relief would be appreciated.

ELVIN CASTRO 
of Brooklyn
A native of Brooklyn
died on November 10, 2003 at the age of 46. 
he was the loving son of Elis I. Castro and Victoria Pacheco
dear brother of Nivea and Alberto Castro and Peter and Rebecca Pacheco
Christ Tabernacle Church, 
Entombment in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Tampa, Florida.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

MARGARET PROKESCH 
of Smithtown, New York,
A native of Sekitsch, Yugoslavia
died on November 9, 2003 at the age of 90. 
she was the widow of the late Anton
devoted mother of Lorraine Ledger and Anton Prokesch
also survived by four grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Albert Potgeiter
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

MARY CURRAN 
of Liverpool, New York,
A native of Brooklyn
died on November 5, 2003 at the age of 89. 
she was the widow of the late Joseph
devoted mother of Joseph Curran and Mary Ann Klinke
also survived by three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ADELE ARMSTRONG 
of Middle Village
A native of Brooklyn
died on November 7, 2003 at the age of 90.
she was the widow of the late John
devoted mother of Gary and James
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.

ELIZABETH F. HOFFMAN
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on November 9, 2003 at the age of 87. 
she was the widow of the late Joseph
devoted mother of Robert
also survived by two grandchildren. 
She was a member of the Rosary Altar Society of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of November 20, 2003

NANETTA MESSINEO
died on November 15, 2003 at the age of 79.
She was the loving sister of Mary Danzico, Rose Walker, Jennie Lawrence, 
	Ellen Gaskey, Frank Messineo and the late Mario
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary Church
Interment in St. Raymond Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

PAUL P. KAWAS
died on November 12, 2003 at the age of 73
He was the beloved husband of Dorothy J.
dear brother of George J.
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church
Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MATTHEW J. WOZNIAK
died on November 16, 2003
He was the beloved husband of Irene
devoted father of Thomas
also survived by one grandson
He was a member of St. Stanislaus Holy Name Society, 
St. Stanislaus Golden Age, Kowalinski Post, 
Luke J. Lang Post, 
AARP and Holy Cross Golden Age. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ANTOINETTE L. RUBINO
died on November 10, 2003 at the age of 79.
She was the beloved wife of Frank. 
Cremation was in Fresh Pond Crematory
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

THOMAS A. MOORE
died on November 13, 2003 at the age of 70
He was the beloved husband of Barbara
devoted father of Kathleen McMahon
dear brother of Robert and Daniel
He was a member of the American Legion. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

SANTA TERESA VALLADARES
died on November 14, 2003 at the age of 85.
She was the devoted aunt of Belinda Lorenzi
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

YOLANDA PETRAS
died on November 11, 2003 at the age of 83.
She was the widow of the late Ambrus
devoted mother of the late Antol, Ambrus, Ferencz and Margit Gorbe
also survived by eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Margaret Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

GIUSEPPE SUDANO
A native of Italy
died on November 16, 2003 at the age of 71. 
he was the beloved husband of Maria I. (nee Nunes)
devoted father of Salvina Catalano, Lee Federico and Joseph Sudano
dear brother of Gaetana Parisi and Emmanuele Sudano
also survived by six grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

CHRISTINE A. METRI 
of Neversink, New York
A native of London, England
died on November 11, 2003 at the age of 47. 
she was the beloved wife of David
devoted mother of Michelle, Deborah and Angela
loving daughter of Michael Frederick Shorey and Jean Shorey
dear sister of Susan Shorey. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary’s and St. Antonio’s Coptic Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of November 27, 2003

HENRY H. FORSTE
of Glendale
died on November 18, 2003
He was the beloved husband of Judith (nee Denhoff)
devoted father of Laura Napiza, Gayle Harmon and Sharon
He was a member of the Kiwanis Club
of Glendale and 5-Boro Electrical Contractors Association. 
Services were held at Redeemer Lutheran Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

JOSEPH FREY
died on November 17, 2003 at the age of 82
He was the dear companion of Gladys Batalitzky, brother of William Frey
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation and inurnment in Calverton National Cemetery.

ANNA J. SCIDA
died on November 23, 2003 at the age of 84.
She was the widow of the late Louis
devoted mother of Louis and mother-in-law of Carolyn
dear sister of Julia Tiano and Al Younghese
dear grandmother of Debra and Tracy
great-grandmother of Kristine, Brooke and Alexis. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. William the Abbot Church, 
Entombment in Pinelawn Memorial .
ParkPapavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

OLGA CRISTINA ROCA
died on November 23, 2003 at the age of 78.
She was the devoted mother of Arturo, Nelly, Luis, Leah, Marcos, Beatriz and Carlos
dear sister of Alfredo, Cerela and Raul
also survived by twenty-three grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.

MARGARET A. VESLEY
died on November 13, 2003 at the age of 81.
She was the loving grandmother of Vladimir Hurych
dear aunt of Walter Schantz. 
Cremation was in Fresh Pond Crematory 
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ROSEMARIE COLOGERO
died on November 17, 2003.
She was the beloved wife of Neil
devoted mother of Anthony
loving daughter of Philomena
dear sister of Joseph, Thomas and Pat. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Francis de Paola Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

EDMUND O’CONNELL
died on November 20, 2003 at the age of 82
He was the beloved husband of Eleanor
devoted father of Edmund, Kathleen and Lorraine
also survived by six grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

CARMEN ESCAPA
died on November 20, 2003 at the age of 55.
She was the beloved wife of Joseph
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

SALVATORE SINACORE
died on November 19, 2003 at the age of 83
He was the devoted father of Thomas. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JOSEPH M. MULVEY
died on November 19, 2003 at the age of 69
He was the devoted father of Joseph J.
dear brother of Margaret. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

FRANK STALZER
died on November 23, 2003 at the age of 83
He was the beloved husband of Eva
devoted father of Marie and Erna
dear brother of Christina and Rose
also survived by five grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

WALTER HOYESKI, a lifelong resident
of Ridgewood,
died on November 7, 2003 at the age of 84
He was the husband of the late Norma
devoted father of Walter K.
dear brother of John
dear friend of Kathy Gieger and Catherine Figuccio
He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and served as Master Sergeant, 
	Combat Engineers in the Rhineland
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Boyd Lowry
interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

SALLY JAKUBOWSKI 
of Mineola
A native of Brooklyn
died on November 24, 2003 at the age of 74. 
she was the beloved wife of Edward
devoted mother of Andrea Okowsky
also survived by one grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Brigid Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

FRANK ANDERKOHL
of Ridgewood
A native of Gottschee, Austria
died on November 17, 2003 at the age of 76.  
he was the dear friend of Ernestine and John Handler. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ROSALIE MESSANO 
of Jamaica
A native of Brooklyn
died on November 19, 2003 at the age of 65. 
Devoted mother of Anna Pesiri, Roseann Larussa and the late Nicholas Pesiri
also survived by one grandchild
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

CEZAR AGAPIE
of Ridgewood
A native of Galu, Romania
died on November 22, 2003 at the age of 62. 
he was the beloved husband of Constanta 
devoted Calinfather of Stefan, Claudia, Florentina and Ana Maria Agapie
also survived by three grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Reverend Viorel Dimitrescu
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

The Week of December 4, 2003
THOMAS F. NAGENGAST 
of Port Richey, Florida,
A native of Red Hook, Brooklyn
died on November 22, 2003 at the age of 89. 
he founded Nagengast Hardware on Fresh Pond Road and 68th Avenue in Ridgewood in 1947
He was the husband of the late Katherine
devoted father of Linda Boehler of Garden City, New York, 
	Janet Grimm of New Port Richey, Florida and 
	Thomas F. Nagengast of Freehold, New Jersey
also survived by six grandchildren and six great-grandsons.

MARIANNE PEROLINI
died on November 28, 2003 at the age of 60.
She was the wife of Peter
devoted mother of Peter, Christine Mitchelle and Paul
dear sister of Anthony and Charlie Paskewicz
fond grandmother of Alexis and Devin. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

PETER PEDERSEN
died on November 23, 2003 at the age of 71
He was the dear brother of Thelma Osterlund. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church, Cambria Heights
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

EUGENE BATEMAN
died on November 27, 2003 at the age of 84
He was the husband of the late Ruth
devoted father of Donna Cavanagh and Carol Koenig
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, 
officiated by Pastor Terrence L. Weber of Trinity-St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.

AGNES DeFESI
died on November 29, 2003 at the age of 97.
She was the widow of the late Frank
devoted mother of Theresa Giannone, Anthony and Frances Lange
dear sister of Vito Rossi
also survived by eight grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Sebastian Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

ANNA SCATURRO (nee Ciaccio)
died on November 25, 2003 at the age of 91.
She was the widow of Thomas
devoted mother and mother-in-law of Frances and Charles Rabey, 
grandmother and grandmother-in-law of Mary and Paul Bennis and Thomas and Jeannine Rabey
great-grandmother of Sydney Alyssa Rabey
dear sister of Salvatore Ciaccio and Antonina Sciara and the late Gaspare, Joseph, 
	Anthony, Natala Giampaolo and Giuseppina. 
She was a member of St. Stanislaus Golden Age Club. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

DOROTHY McNALLY 
of Bayside
A native of Brooklyn
died on November 28, 2003 at the age of 84. 
she was the widow of the late William, 
beloved cousin of Dennis McKeever and Billie Coultas
fond aunt of Mary and Robert Concannon. 
She was a member of the Glenridge Senior Center. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

VICTORIA HANNA 
of the Bronx
A native of Cairo, Egypt
died on November 26, 2003 at the age of 73. 
Devoted mother of Magdy, Farid, Adel and Malvina Rezkalla
also survived by six grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary’s and St. Antonio’s Coptic Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ANNA HUEGEL 
of Brewster, New York
A native of Romania
died on November 25, 2003 at the age of 90. 
she was the widow of the late Gabor
devoted mother of Anna Bubenheimer and Frank and Elizabeth Huegel
also survived by eleven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood, 
officiated by Revered Albert Potgeiter
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

CARMEN TINNEBERG
died on November 29, 2003 at the age of 63.
She was the beloved wife of Edward
devoted mother of Ellen and Diane
dear grandmother of Michael and Edward. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Village Chapels, 67-67 Eliot Avenue, Middle Village.

BARNEY ROSALIA
died on December 2, 2003
He was the beloved husband of Bessie
devoted father of Jerome, Russell, John and the late Joseph. 
Mass of Christian Burial at Blessed Sacrament Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery. 
James Romanelli-Stephen Funeral Home, 89-01 Rockaway Boulevard, Ozone Park.

The Week of December 11, 2003
MICHAEL RINGBAUER
died on December 7, 2003
He was the beloved husband of Mary
devoted father of Michael
dear brother of Ottilia
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MARIE JONES
died on December 5, 2003.
She was the widow of the late Edward
devoted mother of Marie Stanis, Daniel Jones, Maureen Fattoruso and Sharon Jones
dear sister of Frank Farrice and Rosemary Cashman
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

HELEN RICH
died on December 6, 2003 at the age of 97.
She was the loving aunt of Donna M. Rich
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.

COLOGERO CHIODO
died on December 5, 2003 at the age of 90
He was the dear grandfather of Maria and Charles. 
Interment was in St. John Cemetery
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

MAHENDRA PATEL
died on December 3, 2003 at the age of 54
He was the dear brother of Dr. Vidya Patel and Dr. Jayant Patel
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

ANNE LaFLAMME
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on December 5, 2003 at the age of 72. 
she was the beloved wife of Roger
devoted mother of Mark, Michele and Roger, Jr. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

GINGER VALDES
of Ridgewood
died on November 25, 2003 at the age of 68.
She was the devoted mother of Susan, the late Bobby and Henry. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Stephen R. Schawaroch Funeral Home, 58-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

HARRY J. LEHMAN
of Glendale
died on December 3, 2003 at the age of 92
He was the dear brother of Ethel Krauss
fond uncle of Robert and the late Fred Krauss
He was a member of Masonic Lodge #710 and Veterans of Foreign Wars
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale, 
officiated by Pastor Albert Potgieter
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

DOROTHY B. POPKO
of Ridgewood
died on December 6, 2003 at the age of 65. 
She was a member of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church.
She was the widow of the late John
devoted mother of Janet, Nancy and Gail
also survived by seven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Catherine of Siena Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
John Krtil Funeral Home, 1297 First Avenue, New York. 
Donations can be made to the Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital. 

JOSEPHA (Sophie) STIENE 
of Palo Alto, California, formerly
of Ridgewood and Glendale,
A native of Atlag, Gottschee, Austria
died on December 5, 2003 at the age of 99. 
she was the widow of the late 
devoted Frankmother of Frank Joseph Stiene and Josephine Maria Stiene
mother-in-law of Noriko Nagasawa Stiene; 
grandmother of Ingrid P. Cordak and Frank O. Steena
great-grandmother of Cierra Cordak and Michael Cordak, 
grandmother-in-law of Michael Cordak and Christina Salata Stenna 
also survived by nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in Cypress Hills Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

JOHN MIKOLIC
of Glendale
A native of Austria
died on November 28, 2003 at the age of 94. 
he was the husband of the late Frances Muhic 
devoted father of Hermina Mikolic of Glendale and Margaret M. Unflat, 
father-in-law of Gunther K. Unflat of Hawley, Pennsylvania
also survived by four grandchildren, 
three great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Walsh-LaBella Funeral Home, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

PHYLLIS CATAPANO 
of Maspeth
died on December 7, 2003 at the age of 83.
She was the widow of the late Jerry
devoted mother of Marilyn DePiano, Rosalie Betz and Donna Wall
dear sister of Bella Striano
fond grandmother of Gerald, Lisa, Danielle and Nicole
great-grandmother of Kristen, James, Joseph and Andrew. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

VINCENT BOLOGNA 
of Fort Lauderdale, Florida
died on November 27, 2003 at the age of 80
He was the beloved husband of Regina
devoted father of Jerry, father-in-law of Dolores
dear brother of Vic Bologna and Maria Kelleher
fond grandfather of Mark and Matthew
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth 
Interment in St. John Cemetery.

JOHN J. METZLER, Sr.
of Glendale
A native of New York City
died on December 1, 2003 at the age of 88. 
he was the beloved husband of Bernadette
devoted father of John
also survived by one grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Sacred Heart Church
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ZYGMUT BOROWICZ 
of Brooklyn
died on November 28, 2003 at the age of 63
He was a native of Poland. Services were held at graveside
Interment in Silver Mount Cemetery
Morton Funeral Home Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ELLEN SOLONY 
of Rego Park
A native of New York
died on December 1, 2003 at the age of 69. 
she was the widow of the late William
devoted mother of Colleen Solony
dear sister of Tommy Irving and the late Jim and Sam Irving. 
Cremation was private
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of December 18, 2003
FRANCES BUSCEMI 
of Franklin Square
A native of Ridgewood
died on December 13, 2003 at the age of 70. 
she was the beloved wife of Benny
devoted mother and mother-in-law of Anna and Brian Ludwigson, Salvatore and Rosaria Buscemi, 
	Angela and Danny Tkocski and Doreen and Frank Reichert, 
daughter of the late Frank and Lena Guarino
dear sister of Sal, Vic and the late Frank Guarino
also survived by ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Catherine of Sienna Church
Interment in Holy Rood Cemetery.
Krauss Funeral Home, Franklin Square.

EDWARD R. CRONIN
of Glendale
died on December 1, 2003 at the age of 75
He was the beloved husband of Marie (nee Feeney)
devoted father of Noreen Chasan, Laura Congemi, Patricia Cronin and Kathleen Phillips
dear brother of Gertrude Essenbreis and Marion Steinbach
also survived by four grandchildren
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Glendale Catholic Club. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Glendale Walsh-LaBella & Son Funeral Home, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

GEORGINA CORRALES 
of Rego Park
died on December 12, 2003 at the age of 81. 
She is survived by many friends
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.

KATA MAROCIK
died on December 12, 2003 at the age of 62.
She was the loving daughter of Katalin
dear sister of Ferenc
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.

MILDRED SOLOMITO, 
formerly of Flushing,
died on December 14, 2003 at the age of 87.
She was the widow of the late Joseph
devoted mother of Joseph
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in Mount St. Mary Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

LILLIAN S. HERBSTER
died on December 10, 2003 at the age of 87.
She was the devoted mother of Leonard Herbster
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

FRANCISCO ADAMES
died on December 10, 2003 at the age of 74
He was the beloved husband of Norma
devoted father of Mark and Frank
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sts. Peter and Paul Church
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

HELEN GROTE (nee Kropf)
A native of Schalchendorf, Gottschee, Austria
died on December 11, 2003 at the age of 86. 
she was the widow of the late Fred
devoted mother of William
dear sister of Pauline Jaeger and the late Stefi Rogel, Frieda Kump and Frank
also survived by many nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

BRUNO CATTANI
died on December 8. 2003 at the age of 79
He was the beloved husband of Angela
devoted father of Julie, father-in-law of James Grace. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery 
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ANTONIETTA CARUSO 
of Elmhurst
died on December 9, 2003 at the age of 82.
She was the widow of the late Vincenzo
devoted mother of Josephine DeCaro, Fred, Lou, Vincent and Rose Falchier
dear grandfather of thirteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Hope Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

NICHOLAS DiTOMASSO
died on December 8, 2003 at the age of 88
He was the devoted father of Nicholas, Vincent, Loretta DiLiberto, Gloria Weigart, 
	Gaetano, Joseph, Alphonse and the late Marie Trimboli and Frances Arcario
also survived by thirty-four grandchildren, twenty-six great-grandchildren and 
	one great-great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Sacred Heart Church
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

STANISLAWA ZANIEWSKI 
of Maspeth
died on December 9, 2003 at the age of 79.
She was the widow of the late Edward
devoted mother of Robert Zaniewski and Anna Maria Delligatti
dear sister of Krystyna Cappelletti
also survived by six granddaughters and three great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Holy Cross Church
Interment in St. Raymond Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

LISETTA BALLETTA
died on December 9, 2003 at the age of 82.
She was the widow of the late Salvatore
devoted mother of Salvatore
dear sister of Louise (Lulu) Gongolewski, Bella Naisierowski, 
	Louis (Sonny) Franzese and Rosemarie Miraglia
fond grandmother of Paris and Patrick
also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Francis de Paola Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

LOUIS CIMINO 
of Elmhurst
died on December 11, 2003 at the age of 77
He was the dear brother of Jennie Severino, Marie Smith and Toni Cimino
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Stanislaus Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

SOPHIE HOGE (nee Hutter) 
of Ridgewood 
A native of Altlag, Gottschee, Austria
died on December 7, 2003 at the age of 94.
she was the widow of the late Albert
devoted mother and mother-in-law of Julia and Frank Sommers and Franz and Margaret Hoge
dear sister of Albina Wiederwohl and Helen Bartol
also survived by six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

DOROTHY B. POPKO
A 65-year resident
of Ridgewood
died on December 6, 2003. , 
she was a member of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal 
She was the Church.widow of the late John
devoted mother of Janet, Nancy and Gail
also survived by seven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Catherine of Siena Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
John Krtil Funeral Home, 1297 First Avenue, New York. 
Donations can be made to the Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital. 
For more information, call 1-212-744-3084.

JEANNE ZORDAN 
of Brooklyn
A native of Brooklyn
died on December 15, 2003 at the age of 71.  
she was the widow of the late Tulio
devoted mother of Karen Jakoby, Janice Foley, Tom, John and James Zordan
dear sister of Marjorie Smith
also survived by ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

JULIA J. NEUBECK 
of Ridgewood
A native of Queens
died on December 14, 2003 at the age of 68. 
she is survived by nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

ANDREW BENNETT 
of Ridgewood
A native of Brooklyn
died on December 8, 2003 at the age of 92. 
He was the beloved husband of Eleanor
devoted father of JoAnn Vandermark
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

ROSA TROCHA
of Glendale
A native of Tifenbach, Gottschee, Austria
died on December 14, 2003 at the age of 98. 
she was the widow of the late Josef
devoted mother of Hermann, Josef and the late Johann
dear mother-in-law of Martha and Amalia
fond grandmother of Edward, Helga, Ingrid, Hermann, Ziegfried and Joseph
also survived by five great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in St. Charles Cemetery.
Morton Funeral Home-Ridgewood Chapels, 663 Grandview Avenue, Ridgewood.

The Week of December 24, 2003
CONCETTA DeMINO CONTESSA 
of Brooklyn
died on December 6, 2003 at the age of 79.
She was the beloved wife of Joseph Contessa
devoted mother of Ronald and Pasquale Cappiello
also survived by six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered in Our Lady of Grace Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Wasmund & Sorice Funeral Chapels, 70-17 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

JOSEPH A. KIELBASA
of Ridgewood
A native of Summit Hill, Pennsylvania
died on December 17, 2003 at the age of 87. 
he was the beloved husband of Frances
devoted father of John, Stan and Joe Kielbasa
dear brother of Josie Eckert, Stephanie Cannata and Stasia Kozuck
fond grandfather of Sara, Jennifer and Joey
He was a U.S. Army veteran and served in World War II. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Matthias Church
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.

MARIBETH M. CUSTODIO 
of Newark, Delaware
A native of Brooklyn
died on December 8, 2003 at the age of 58. 
she was the beloved wife of Israel
devoted mother of Tracianne Stolze Werth of Staten Island, 
	Michael and Angelica Custodio of Newark
loving daughter of Rose and the late David Stroble of Maspeth
dear sister of Bernice O’Toole of Maspeth, and David Stroble of Glendale
fond grandmother of Ayannah Darring and Bethany Werth
also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 121 West Park Place, Newark, Delaware. 

ADOLPH BROOKS
died on December 15, 2003 at the age of 90
He was the dear brother of Fred
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in the Fresh Pond Crematory.

REBECCA L. HARDEN
died on December 16, 2003 at the age of 37.
She was the beloved wife of Thaddeus
loving daughter of Linda B. and William D.
dear sister of Tammy Corr, Gwyneth Thompson and Lisa Wetherby. 
Services were held at Marble Collegiate Church in New York City
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

GEORGE HEINICH
died on December 15, 2003 at the age of 90. 
A retired foreman with the NYC Department of Sanitation
Devoted father of Carol Cerchero and Cathy O’Kane
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

LUCAS RODRIGUEZ
died on December 15, 2003 at the age of 88
He was the beloved husband of Blanca
devoted father of Carmina
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation at the Fresh Pond Crematory.

JOSE A. MELENDEZ
died on December 15, 2003 at the age of 78
He was the beloved husband of Maria
devoted father of Nilsa, Slyvia, Thelma, Joe and Nilda
dear brother of David, Rene, Kermit, Octavio and Slyvia
also survived by five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Calverton National Cemetery.

TERESA CANFORA
died on December 19, 2003 at the age of 93.
She was the widow of the late Salvatore
devoted mother of Rose Seminara and Phil
also survived by five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, 
Pinelawn Memorial Park.

MAUREEN DRAGO
died on December 18, 2003 at the age of 56.
She was the beloved mother of Angelo
devoted father of Christopher, Stefan and Daniel
dear sister of Joseph, John, Larry and Steven Reilly and Judy Hemmerich. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

JUANITA PABON
died on December 15, 2003 at the age of 74.
She was the beloved wife of Efrain
devoted mother of Sarah
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in the Cemetery of the Evergreens.

FLORENCE I. ROBERTS 
of Lehigh Achers, Florida, 
formerly of Ridgewood,
died on December 21, 2003 at the age of 80.
She was the widow of the late George
loving aunt of John, James and Donald Gleason
Sister of the late Margaret Gleason. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Pancras Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
George Werst Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Avenue, Glendale.

ANGELA MARIA RENDON
died on December 2, 2003.
She was the loving daughter of Anna and Marco
dear baby sister of Judene and Philip
fond granddaughter of Annilde DeCenzio and Aureilio and the late Angela
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Cremation in Fresh Pond Crematory.

DOROTHY PAVANO
died on December 16, 2003 at the age of 77.
She was the widow of the late Joseph
devoted mother of Diana Croninger and Joseph, Jr.
dear grandmother of Tracy, Michael, Joseph William and Elizabeth Nicole. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary Church
Interment in St. Vladimiris Cemetery, Jackson, New Jersey.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

R. ELEANOR FALOTICO
died on December 20, 2003 at the age of 83.
She was the widow of the late Rocco
devoted mother of Dolores Bologna
mother-in-law of Jerry
dear sister of Rosemary Iaquinta
fond grandmother of Kerry, Michael and Matthew
great-grandmother of Andrew.
Religious services were held at the Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.

MADELINE L. SLATTERY
died on December 17, 2003 at the age of 88.
She was the widow of the late William F.
devoted mother of William
mother-in-law of Carol
dear grandmother of Karen and Lisa Wray
great-grandmother of Kayla. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Transfiguration Church
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

ALDERINA DiRe
died on December 21, 2003 at the age of 90.
She was the widow of the late Pasquale
devoted mother of Anna Pepe
dear sister of Venera DiRe and the late Italo Olivieri
sister-in-law of Vittorio DiRe
fond grandmother of Brigida and Elderina Pepe
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Adalbert Church, 
Entombment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

The Week of December 31, 2003
SARAH B. PATAKY
died on December 21, 2003 at the age of 82.
She was the devoted mother of Bruce and Sharon Nanos
also survived by two grandchildren. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village.

BRIAN GARDNER
died on December 27, 2003 at the age of 44
He was the loving son of Norman and Cathy
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Cremation at Fresh Pond Crematory.

CANDIDA RODRIGUEZ
died on December 20, 2003 at the age of 69.
She was the devoted mother of Maribel Rodriguez
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Lutheran All Faiths Cemetery.

ELIZABETH A. MESSNER
died on December 21, 2003 at the age of 49.
She was the beloved wife of Kenneth
devoted mother of Denise and Phillip Pastoriza
also survived by two grandchildren
Hess-Miller Funeral Home, 64-19 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village
Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery.

DOMINIC SANGIRARDI
died on December 29, 2003 at the age of 79
He was the dear brother of Angelina Bencivenga, Theresa Yodice, Joseph and Angelo Sangirardi
also survived by many nieces and nephews
He was a World War II Army veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Cecilia Church
Interment in Calvary Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

QUEN OCK LEE
died on December 25, 2003 at the age of 67
He was the beloved husband of Oi Yung
devoted father of Ellen Sigman, Katherine, May and Tony Lee
dear grandfather of Olivia
He was a U.S. Army Korean War veteran
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth
Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

EDWARD TEDESCHI
died on December 23, 2003 at the age of 86
He was the beloved husband of Mildred
dear brother of Frances Azzopardi and Mary Ahles
also survived by numerous nieces and nephews
He was a World War II Army veteran. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary Church
Interment in St. John Cemetery.
Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth.

MILAGROS CRESPO
of Ridgewood
died on December 28, 2003 at the age of 77. 
A native of Puerto Rico
Devoted mother of Junior, Carmen, Esther, Sonia and Lucy
loving daughter of Sofia Rodriguez
dear sister of Gladys, Emma and Reuben
also survived by thirteen grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. 
Mass of Christian Burial was offered at Our Lady of Mercy Church
Interment in Linden Hill Cemetery.
Peter J. Geis Funeral Home, 57-34 Catalpa Avenue, Ridgewood.


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