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Cornelius F. Cash
Died: Saturday, August 04, 2012
Cornelius F. Cash, 72, of Stony Brook, died on Aug. 4. He was born June 19, 1940, in New York City. He was an occupational therapist and electrical engineer.
Mr. Cash was the beloved husband of Jane; loving father of Peter (Lisa), Barbara (Rony) Haik, and Andrew (Deborah); cherished grandfather of Nathaniel Cash, Katherine Cash, Meredith Cash, Sarina Haik, Talia Haik, Ayla Haik, Hazel Cash and Dasi Cash; dear brother of John, Joan and the late James.
A funeral Mass was held July 7 at St. James R.C. Church. Interment followed at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In his memory please make donations to: North Shore Pro Musica, PO Box 562, Setauket, NY 11733, https://northshorepromusica.org; or to the Peconic Land Trust, PO Box 1776, Southampton, NY 11969, www.peconiclandtrust.org.
Arrangements were entrusted to O.B. Davis Funeral Homes of Port Jefferson Station.
The following is excerpted from Jane Cash’s entry on the O.B. Davis website: www.obdavisportjefferson.com.
I wanted to tell you a few things about “Neil” and our life together, We met 55 years ago outside a pool hall throwing bagels at each other: We were introduced by some best friends of ours. We were an unlikely couple. He was blonde-haired, blue-eyed child of Roman parents who came over from Ireland. I am the child of American-born parents of Jewish, Catholic, Russian, Hungarian, Irish, Scottish — a Heinz 57. He was 17 and I was 15. A friendship started those 55 years ago which blossomed into a love relationship which lasted until a few days ago.
In 1968, Neil and I were on a backpacking trip in the Adirondacks. I was whining about my sore feet. In the process of making tea for me, Neil set himself on fire with the camp stove. He suffered second-degree burns to his arm and face and had to walk almost two hours out of the woods to an ambulance. His subsequent treatment at Mather Hospital by a therapist inspired him to go into that field. His treatment by EMTs started my career as a nurse and an EMT.
Neil was highly successful in his career in electrical engineering and became a senior vice president in circuit technology. Unfortunately, his expertise in management skills didn’t help when an English firm took over the company and wiped out the staff. Neil was the last to be laid off. The company fell apart after that.
At 50 years old, he took the SAT for the first time. When he sat down at the desk at Ward Melville High School to write the exam, the students thought he was the proctor. He got 650 on the Math and the same on the English. That was better then I got when I took the first SAT exam out of high school. He went to Suffolk Community College for the basics and then to Touro College for a bachelor’s degree and a master’s. After a year working at the Bronx VA with quadriplegic veterans, he went to work as a therapist at Southampton Hospital and eventually became the department head.
In the mid-1990s, he started hand and occupational therapy for the treatment of traumatic hand injuries. He spent the last years of his life doing what he loved the most, helping people regain the use of their hands after illness or surgery. He has a reputation as the “go-to guy” from Montauk to New York City. He felt really fulfilled in this role and enjoyed teaching kinesiology and hand therapy at Touro College, where he was a favorite teacher. Many of the hand therapists on Long Island are his students.
Of course, being a husband, father and grandfather were his most important roles. Just before he became acutely ill, he told me that he did not have a bucket list, that he had done everything in life that he wanted to do. He had seven months of chemo, surgery and hardly being able to eat or drink. He had excellent care but the cancer won out in the end.
One of his physicians called him a hero. He certainly was a hero. He chose to die on his own terms by pulling out his own endotracheal tube. A supreme act of courage! He did it this way to the very end.
I will miss him every day of my life but we had a great life together and many amazing children, grandchildren, relatives and friends, Thank you all for being here and sharing his parting with us.
Ruth I. Josiah
Died: Thursday, August 02, 2012
Ruth I. Josiah, age 89, of Stony Brook, and formerly of Levittown, died on Aug. 2. She was born April 16, 1923, in Brooklyn.
Beloved wife of William for 70 years; loving mother of Timothy (Marlene), Edward (Dolores), Scott (Debbi), Michael (Debra) and Eileen Robertson (William); cherished grandmother of six and great-grandmother of three; dear sister of Viola Haverly.
A funeral Mass was held at St. James R.C. Church in Setauket with interment following at Calverton National Cemetery.
Arrangements were entrusted to O.B. Davis Funeral Homes of Port Jefferson Station; www.obdavisportjefferson.com.
Lawrence J. Desimone
Died: Thursday, August 02, 2012
Lawrence J. Desimone died on August 2 at Stony Brook University Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was the youngest of four children born to Innocenzo “James” Desimone and Elizabeth Walsh Desimone in Medford, Mass. Siblings were William, Elizabeth and Victor. As a young boy, his family moved to Baldwin, and his father married his second wife Josephine, adding stepsiblings Rose and Phillip Sarubbi and James and Mary Desimone.
As a child in Baldwin, Larry became an exceptional athlete, especially on the baseball field and basketball court. After enlisting in the United States Navy, serving as an air gunner on the S.S. Ticonderoga during World War II, he moved to Hicksville and parlayed his talent for, and love of, athletics into a career. He received a bachelor’s degree from LIU, a master’s from NYU (both in physical education) and spent numerous years as a beloved phys. ed. teacher, coach and athletic director in the Levittown School District until his retirement in 1980.
During this time he also served as the president of the Nassau County Basketball Coaches, Nassau County Boys and Girls Athletic Programs, Nassau County Administrators of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, and was instrumental in the formation of the Levittown Youth Baseball program. Also during his tenure at Levittown, his basketball teams consistently won awards for sportsmanship, inspiring both community spirit and legends, most recently chronicled in Long Island Monthly magazine’s 1990 article “The Dream Season.”
Larry was also a fixture at Pierce Country Day Camp in Mineola and a devoted father to his five children: Diana Motschenbacher (Harry) of Hauppauge, Janice of California, Wayne (Sue) of Manhasset, Paul (Patty) of Plainview, and Tricia Panasci (Frank) of Wading River.
When he retired, Larry and his wife Rosemary moved to Shoreham, but he hardly slowed down, serving as treasurer of the Retired School Administrators and Supervisors and a member of the Section VIII appeals and protests committee. Larry also continued his athletic pursuits, playing competitively in the Senior Softball league, with whom he won the World Series in 1990. In 1997 he was inducted into the Softball Hall of Fame for his achievements in the Jones Beach Fast-Pitch Softball League, including 1952 most valuable player honors.
In addition to his wife and five children, he is survived by his sister Mary Desimone Cordella (Fred) of Setauket, 12 grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by one grandson. A wake was held at O.B. Davis Funeral Homes in Miller Place Aug. 4 and 5. A funeral Mass took place Monday, Aug. 6 at St. John the Baptist R.C. Church in Wading River. Interment followed at Calverton National Cemetery.
Reverend Monsignor Francis S. Midura
Died: Monday, July 30, 2012
Most Reverend Msgr. Francis S. Midura, 67 years of age, died on July 30. Born in Locust Valley of Polish parents, Jan and Genowefa Midura. Msgr Midura studied for the priesthood at Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in Huntington, and was ordained in 1970. Said his first Mass at St. Patricks R.C. Church in Glen Cove. His last assignment was pastor at St. Thomas More in Hauppauge until his death. Graduated from Catholic University where he received his degree in church administration. Served on the Marriage Tribunal with the Diocese of Rockville Centre. In 1980, he joined the Army as chaplain and served in Saudi Arabia during the Gulf War. Became a retired Colonel of the U.S. Army. Chaplain for the Hauppauge and Carle Place Fire Departments. Active member of the Knights of Columbus. Msgr. Midura touched so many lives and was loved by all who came in contact with him.
Msgr. Midura’s survivors include his sister “Mickey” Margas, Joseph Midura (Lucretia), brother, Stanley Midura (Eileen); nephews and nieces Michelle Strollo (Roberto), Genevieve Probst (Frank), and Lillian Margas, John Midura (deceased) Joseph Midura, “Pogi” Stanley Midura (Audre), Laura Pierce (Jason); great-nephews Kevin Probst (Nicole), David Probst, Steven Probst, Trent and Tyler Midura; one great-grandnephew, Connor Probst and many close friends.
The wake is scheduled for Thursday, August 2, from 5-9 pm in Walden Hall of St. Thomas More R.C. Church, Kings Highway in Hauppauge, with Firematic services at 8 pm. Knights of Columbus Services to follow. Visitation August 3 from 3:30-6:30 pm. A mass of transferal will take place at St. Thomas More R.C. Church on August 3 at 7:30 pm. A Funeral Mass will be offered on August 4 at 11 am, Bishop William Murphy officiating. Burial at Locust Valley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Thomas More R.C. Church Kitchen Fund, 115 Kings Highway in Hauppauge.
Evelyn Daisy Given
Died: Saturday, July 28, 2012
Evelyn Daisy Given, 84 years old, of Port Jefferson, died July 28.
She was born May 14, 1928, in Smithtown, the daughter of Charles and Edith Wood.
She was a retired R.N. for the Sunrest Nursing Home in Port Jefferson.
Mrs. Given is survived by her daughters, Laura, Sally, Helen and Virginia; sons, John and Don; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Visiting will be held at the funeral home, 411 Old Town Road, Setauket, on Saturday, Aug. 4, from 7-9 pm and Sunday, Aug. 5, from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A funeral service will be held Monday, Aug. 6. Interment to follow in the Genola Northport Cemetery.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Bryant Funeral Home of Setauket.
Dolores R. Vitale
Died: Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Dolores R. Vitale, 79, of Port Jefferson Station, died on August 28. She was born Oct 2, 1932, in Philadelphia, Pa.
She was the beloved mother of Dominic, Lori Kneessy and Monica Petti; loving grandmother of Christina, James, Lauren, Michael, Mya, John and Morgan. Dear sister of Sammy Valente and the late Anthony Valente.
Friends may call at the Casimir Funeral Home, 4839 Nesconset Highway, Port Jefferson Station, today, Thursday, August 30 and Friday, August 31, from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A funeral Mass will be held Saturday, Sept. 1, at noon at Sts. Philip and James R.C. Church, St. James. Entombment will follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park. Donations made to the Good Shepherd Hospice will be appreciated.
Henry J. Wheller
Died: Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Henry J. Wheller, age 96, of Smithtown, formerly of Wantagh, died on Aug. 28.
He was a proud U.S. Army WWII Veteran and Silver Star recipient. Mr. Wheller was a graduate of Brooklyn Law School and admitted to the NYS Bar in 1948. He was retired from the firm of Montfort, Healy, McGuire & Salley.
Mr. Wheller was the beloved husband of the late Kathleen; loving father of Brian Wheller, Mary Sheehan (Dave), Andrew Wheller, Noreen Wheller, Jeannine Chelonis (John), the late Henry, and the late Kathleen Frost (James); and cherished grandfather of James Frost Jr. and Daniel Sheehan.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held today, Thursday, Aug. 30, at 9:45 am at St. Patrick R.C. Church. Burial to follow at Calverton National Cemetery with Military Honors. www.fivesfuneralhome.com.
Robert Dennis John Sandusky
Died: Monday, August 27, 2012
Robert Dennis John Sandusky, 79 of Sound Beach, died August 27. Born in New York City, he was the son of the late John and the late Marjorie (Gill) Sandusky.
He served during Korean war in the U.S. Army from Feb. 12, 1953, to Jan. 10, 1955. He was in real estate sales, employed by Cushman & Wakefield, NYC.
Mr. Sandusky is survived by one daughter, Lynne Sandusky of Buffalo; four sons, John Sandusky of Rocky Point; Robert Sandusky of Lancaster, Pa., Phillip Sandusky and Michael Sandusky; brother, John Sandusky of Md., and four grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, Thomas Sandusky.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held today, Thursday, August 30, at 11 am at St. Louis De Montfort R.C. Church, 75 New York Avenue, Sound Beach. Interment to follow at Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Rocky Point Funeral Home of Rocky Point.
Wanda L. Alber
Died: Sunday, August 26, 2012
Wanda L. Alber, 86, died in Andover, Mass., of congestive heart failure and Alzheimer’s disease on Aug. 26, with her loving family by her side. Wife of the late Carl Alber, she was born in Brooklyn in 1926 to Dorothy and Frank Lisiecki and was raised in Port Washington. She and Carl moved to East Setauket where they raised their four children and spent their happiest years. They retired to Cape Cod in the late 1980s, but in their hearts, Old Post Road was always home. She loved gardening, reading, antiques and exploring historic houses up and down the east coast. Wanda will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Predeceased by her beloved sister, Marcia Gaines, she is survived by her brother, Rev. Paul V. Gallagher of Richmond, Va.; her children, Susan Carlson of Newington, Conn., Serena Watson and her husband Conrad of Barnstable, Mass., Lisa Wasson and her husband Jack of Newburyport, Mass., and Peter and his wife Mary of New York; her niece and nephews, Andrea, Mark, Jeff and Noel Gaines; grandchildren Jack, Kate, Brian, Kevin, Liz, Sarah, Jay, Patrick and Grace; and great-grandchild, Wes.
Visiting hours will be held at O.B. Davis Funeral Home in Port Jefferson Station today, Thursday, Aug. 30, from 7 to 9 pm. Mass will be held at St. James R.C. Church in Setauket on Friday, Aug. 31, at 9:30 am. Burial will be with her beloved Carl in Oak Grove Cemetery, Stony Brook.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Wanda’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association National Office, 225 North Michigan Avenue, Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
Jo Anne Sperduto
Died: Saturday, August 25, 2012
Jo Anne Sperduto, 93 of Ridge, died Aug. 25. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Dominic and the late Clara (Scott) Palumbo.
She was a homemaker.
Mrs. Sperduto is survived by her husband, Joseph Sperduto; daughter, Joan Logarzo of East Northport; son, Robert Sperduto of Albertson; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
The family received visitors on Aug. 27 at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Aug. 28 at 9:30 am at St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, Rocky Point. Interment followed in Pinelawn Memorial Park, Pinelawn.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Rocky Point Funeral Home of Rocky Point.
Catherine R. McDonnell
Died: Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Catherine R. McDonnell, 86, a longtime resident of St. James, died on Aug. 22. She was the beloved sister of Julia and Raphael Delbango; and loving aunt of Robert Delbango and Richard Delbango.
A funeral Mass was held on Aug. 27 at Sts. Philip & James R.C. Church, St. James. Interment followed at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Coram.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Maher Family of the St. James Funeral Home in St. James.
Nicholas Brett
Died: Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Nicholas Brett, 85, of the LI State Veteran’s Home of Stony Brook, formerly of Port Jefferson, died peacefully on August 21, with his loving wife, Louise, at his side. Born Nov. 23, 1926, in Brooklyn, he was the son of the late Edward and Christina (Caristo) Brett. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Louise (Gniazdowski) Brett, a locally renowned artist; his loving children, Louise and Jeffery Cash, MaryAnn Spence, Cynthia and Dr. Joseph Mannino, M.D., Nicholas E. and Michelle (Olds) Brett of California (stuntman) and Jeffery W. and Natalie (Adler) Brett; 15 grandchildren (four of which are serving our country) and five great-grandchildren. Nicholas is also survived by his siblings, Cathleen (Brett) Berkmeir, John Brett and Robert Brett and family friend, Brother Christopher Gola of the Montfort Missions. He is predeceased by his brothers, Edward Brett and Francis Brett and his friend and brother-in-law, Robert Hughes.
Nicholas’ family moved to Long Island when he was young. Nicholas attended Terryville School and joined the Navy in 1944. He was a Boatswain’s Mate, Second Class USNR, and served on the NTC Sampson, NY and the USF Constitution. He received the World War II Victory Medal and American Theatre Medal. After serving his country he returned to Long Island and opened his own business, “Nick’s Taxi” in Port Jefferson, where his brothers also worked. He opened a second business, “Nick’s ESSO” gas and service station in Port Jefferson Station, on the north side of the RR tracks. In the 1940s, Nick met the love of his life, Louise, while she was working at Caggiano’s Drug Store as a soda jerk. They developed a long friendship and were married on Dec. 1, 1956, at Infant Jesus Church in Port Jefferson. After marrying, they traveled across the United States for two years in a 1955 Buick convertible, pulling a trailer. Nicholas worked various jobs as a mechanic and pumping gas along the way. They then settled in Port Jefferson to raise their family. Nicholas worked with Bryant’s Oil Co., drove a truck for Kogel Sand and Gravel and George Submergen Sand and Gravel, and then worked for many years with LI Comfort Home Heating Co., where he was respected as the top mechanic until his retirement.
Nicholas and his wife were communicants at Infant Jesus Church, where he ushered for many years and was active at church events. Nicholas enjoyed boating with his family and going to dances at the Polish Hall with his wife. They loved to dance and their favorite song to dance to was The Blue Skirt Waltz. On Sunday mornings they would waltz and Polka in the kitchen listening to the radio playing. Nicholas will be remembered for his patience, kindness, listening, storytelling and unconditional love.
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at the LI Vets Home of Stony Brook for taking wonderful care of Nicholas for three years.
A mass was held at Infant Jesus Church in Port Jefferson. In lieu of flowers please consider a contribution to the LI State Veteran’s Home.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Bryant Funeral Home of Setauket. Please visit www.bryantfh.com to sign the online guestbook.
