Bruce Lord McDonald of Aquebogue, and yacht broker for Brewer Yacht Sales, passed away at home on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024. He was 76.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, Sept. 15 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck.
In lieu of flowers, donations to East End Hospice would be appreciated. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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Ruth A. Foster of Orient passed away peacefully on Aug. 25, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Ruth was born on Aug. 2, 1939, to Lydia and Walter Wallenburg in Clifton, N.J. Ruth graduated from Clifton High School in 1957 and worked locally. In early 1960 she took the train to Greenport with her mom to visit with relatives and decided to stay, renting a small apartment and working at Jaeger’s Dress Shop and Grants. Shortly thereafter “Ruthie” met Roger Foster of Greenport at the American Legion roller skating rink. They married in the fall of 1960 and happily went on to have four children.
While raising their family, she enjoyed playing volleyball on Friday nights with Rog, going to numerous Little League games, playing cards with a great group of Orient gals and sharing endless cups of coffee with her friends. Mom made the best apple pie, pinwheels, Jell-O pie and pound cake. Her spare ribs and stuffed peppers couldn’t be beat. Each summer she pickled the cukes and arranged the beautiful gladiolus grown in Rog’s garden and in the fall shared her terrific grape jelly. She was a member of Orient Congregational Church and a Girl Scout leader.
Ruth worked at Oysterponds Elementary School as a custodian for 42 years, retiring in October 2009. She enjoyed her job and all of her co-workers, especially sharing chats with the children who attended school. She always had fond memories of waitressing at the Clam Bar and Brian’s Song.
She loved her animals. In the early years, Pal, the black Lab; two turtles, Wolly and Bully; and a few parakeets, goldfish and Smokey the cat. Then Daisy, the sheepdog; Hampton, the basset hound, beagle Molly; and pocket beagle Sadie; along with cats Kitty-Rock and Rosie.
In her retirement years she volunteered as Pink Lady at Eastern Long Island Hospital, and helped with Maureen’s Haven and at the roller skating rink, “where it all began.” Ruth enjoyed going to plays and local concerts, needlepointing, reading, her flower garden, yard sales, getting together with the “Camp Talk Alots” and going for walks around the block with Sadie. Into her 80s, she looked forward to each morning when Tonya and Janine would arrive to gladly take a ride to Greenport for breakfast and 7-11 coffee, walks around the block and time on “the front porch,” her favorite place. She was a big fan of sweets, game shows and her soap opera, “The Young and the Restless.” She treasured her friends, neighbors and living in Orient, always commenting how fortunate she was to have the beautiful ride over the causeway.
Affectionately known as “Grammy” by her grandchildren, she never missed an opportunity to attend their sports games, concerts and dance recitals. She was always ready for a game of ping pong — her last game was this past July — and let’s not forget the water fights!
Ruth was predeceased by her parents; son Thomas Roger Foster; husband, Roger T. Foster Sr.; three siblings Fred Wallenburg (Claire) of New Jersey, June Dickenson (Bill) of Oklahoma and Marie Van Beveren (Wes) of California; and her sister-in-law Mooreen Terry of Orient.
She is survived by her children Cheryl Behr (Tom), Roger Foster Jr. and Craig Foster; grandchildren Michelle Behr, Eric Behr, Ryan Foster and Rebecca Foster and their mother, Christine Foster; grandson Kyle Foster and his mother Denise Foster; nieces Debra Flynn and Ana Dickenson; and nephews Lee Wallenburg, Jeff Van Bevern and David Terry, along with many great-nieces and great-nephews.
A wake will be held at Horton-Mathie Funeral Home in Greenport Friday, Sept. 27, from 3:30 to 6 p.m. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Orient Congregational Church Saturday, Sept. 28, at 11 a.m.
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Ernest A. Wesnofske of Jamesport died suddenly Sept. 13, 2024. He was 77.
Born May 7, 1947 he was the son of Eugene and Louise (Reckner) Wesnofske of Peconic.
After high school he attended SUNY Farmingdale where he graduated with a degree in horticulture. He went on to attend the University of Tennessee-Knoxville and then returned home to Peconic where he and his twin brother Eugene ran E. Wesnofske Farms. Along with running the farm, he also worked for the U.S. Postal Service as a mailman in Southold and Ridge. After retirement from the postal service he returned to farming full time with Eugene.
He married Joan Dixon on Sept. 6, 1986 and they made their home in Jamesport. Joan predeceased him on Jan. 3, 2023.
Ernest loved to play softball and was a member of the Mattituck Softball League for several years. He was an avid bowler and bowled on many mixed and men’s leagues in both Mattituck and Riverhead.
He is survived by his twin brother Eugene, aka Gene-UE, (Cheryl); sister Theresa Smith; sister Bernadette Taplin (Bill); two nieces, seven nephews, several great-nieces and nephews; and Joan’s son and daughter.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Ostrabrama R.C. Church in Cutchogue. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart R.C. Cemetery in Cutchogue.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Alzheimer’s Foundation. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Judith (Judy) Harroun/Bubb on Jan. 20, 2024.
She was born Aug. 16, 1942, to Arthur and Helen Harroun in Greenport and lived most of her life on the East End until October 1997, when she moved to Florida.
Predeceased by her brother Arthur Harroun Jr., she is survived by her sister, Fannie McMahon of Florida; brother Ron Harroun of New York; daughters Leona Urban of Florida and Julie Bondarchuk of New York; son, Peter Bubb of Florida; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life for her family and friends will be held Thursday, Oct. 10, in Southold. It will be an opportunity to honor her memory, sharing food and stories with family and friends. For information and to RSVP, call 407-288-7458.
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Beloved North Fork artist Amy Worth of Orient died unexpectedly on Aug. 26, 2024. The cause was leukemia.
Amy was raised in Douglaston, N.Y. and graduated from the Cathedral School of St. Mary’s. She studied textile design at The Fashion Institute of Technology and worked as a textile artist for over 25 years. Her fabric and wallpaper designs are part of the product lines of Ralph Lauren, Paloma Picasso and
Calvin Klein.
Amy raised three children in Glen Cove, where she was a vibrant and visionary mother and community member. Her prolific and imaginative handmade creations brought life to her childrens’ drama productions, birthdays, and special events. She encouraged her children and their friends in all of their creative endeavors and was extraordinarily generous with her time, artistic talents and warmth.
Amy returned to school, earning a B.A. from Queens College and an M.Ed. from C.W. Post, then taught art at Huntington High School for 12 years—including a fashion design and illustration class that she created. One term, she assigned students to design inaugural gowns for Michelle Obama and her daughters. The Obamas enjoyed the designs so much that they invited the class to meet the First Lady and attend a ceremony at the Smithsonian commemorating the donation of the First Lady’s gown to
the museum. She cared deeply for her students and was instrumental in launching many of their careers in fashion and design.
With late husband, Tom Payne, Amy opened and ran The South Street Gallery in Greenport from 2006 to 2021, which featured local artists. The gallery ran an annual fundraiser for the North Fork Environmental Council, the 10×10 show, which was so popular that a long line of customers ran down the block on the opening night, despite the early December chill. She taught classes at the gallery and around the North Fork in drawing, painting, color theory, and collage.
Amy’s own work was in oil, collage, clay, fiber and other mediums. Her paintings and collages have been exhibited at the Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington, the Southampton Cultural Center and the Long Island Museum. She volunteered her time generously, serving as a board member for WPPB, Peconic Public Broadcasting (an NPR affiliate) and teaching art to recovering addicts in southern Vermont. Her recent work is on display at a show that she curated at the Fiedler Gallery in Greenport, A Sense of Place, which runs through Oct. 6.
She is survived by her mother, Joan Berglund; her children, Christopher (Kendra), Emma (Ivan) and Jack (Christine); step-daughter Alex Payne Paolo (Dominic); and nine grandchildren. She also leaves siblings Nancy Minett (Jeff), Alice Denison (Dave), Jim Ledogar (Leslie), and Kate Ledogar Grogan (David) as well as her adored Uncle Robert Ledogar; beloved nephews and nieces; her dear step-mother Susan
Olson-Ledogar; many favorite cousins; countless friends; and Weezer, her dog.
Amy will long be remembered for her warmth and devotion to family, friends, and the community, as well as for her goodness, talent, humor, cooking and inimitable style. She could see colors mere mortals couldn’t, and throughout her life, reflected them back in her work, her clothes, and her personality. She was our rainbow and will be profoundly missed.
A celebration in honor of Amy’s life will be held on Saturday, April 26 on Long Island. Donations may be made for an arts scholarship in Amy Worth’s name at Huntington High School. Memorial and donation information can be found at amyworth.com.
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Robert J. Scalia, a beloved spouse, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on Sept. 13, 2024, at the age of 85 in Boynton Beach, Fla. Formerly of Southold Robert’s presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Robert was the son of Italian immigrants who settled in New York City. After graduating from Chaminade High School in Mineola, Robert went on to Villanova University where he received a bachelor’s degree in business. He ran several furniture manufacturing businesses in the New York area before embarking on a long journey as an entrepreneur and successful real estate broker in Southold, where he was known for his strong work ethic, integrity and generous spirit.
Robert retired to Boynton Beach, Fla., where he embraced the sunny climate and continued to enjoy boating, his favorite hobby. His zest for life was evident in everything he did, and he was a pillar of strength and joy for his loved ones. He dedicated his life to his family, work, and the many friends whom he cherished. Robert’s legacy will live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him.
Predeceased by his brothers Peter and John, Robert is survived by his spouse Linda; his brother Frank; his loving children of his first wife Marie, Kevin Scalia (Sheila), Robert K. Scalia (Audrey), Thomas Scalia (Susan) and Joann Scalia Shanklin (John); his cherished grandchildren Keith, Alice, Alex, Dan, Matt, Claire, Laura, Peter, Bobby Jason and Mia; and his great-grandchildren Cole and Graham.
The family has chosen to celebrate Robert’s life privately.
Rest in peace, Robert. You will be forever missed and lovingly remembered.
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Dennis O’Connell of Greenport passed away Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. He was 87.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 9 to 9:30 a.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold. Funeral services follow at 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home.
Interment with U.S. Air Force Honors will follow at Calverton National Cemetery.
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Jessie M. Verostek of Southold passed away at home Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024. She was 100.
The family will receive friends Monday, Sept. 23 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold.
The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Sept. 24th at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Ostrabrama R.C. Church in Cutchogue.
Interment will follow at Sacred Heart R.C. Cemetery adjacent to the church.
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Jessie M. Verostek, longtime Southold town resident, passed away at home on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024. She was 100 years old.
Jessie was born Sept. 6, 1924, in Bayside, Queens, to Ilana (Ceglecki) and Stanislaw Orlowski. She was one of four children. She graduated from Southold High School with the class of 1942. In her professional career, she worked as a telephone operator for Bell Atlantic, and then Verizon, for 30-plus years.
Predeceased by her husband, Conrad A. Verostek, in 2000; son, Robert C. Verostek; and siblings Stella Smith, Edward Orlowski and Paul Orlowski, Jessie is survived by her grandchildren Maia Verostek and Natalie Verostek; great-grandchildren Ilana Shedrick, Brian Shedrick Jr. and Jaxon Shedrick; and niece Eleanor Smith.
The family will receive friends on Monday, Sept. 23, from 4 to 7 p.m. at DeFriestGrattan Funeral Home in Southold. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Ostrabrama R.C. Church in Cutchogue. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart R.C. Cemetery, adjacent to the church.
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David Hewitt of Southold passed peacefully on Sept. 18, 2024, with his family. He was 79 years old.
David is survived by his wife, Mary; children Heather Bitka (Terry) of Buffalo, N.Y., and Justin Hewitt of St. Charles, Mo.; and grandchildren Emily Bitka, Brandon Bitka, Ryan Bitka and Lillian Hewitt. If you grew up in Southold, Dave taught you world history, made you write book reports and reminded you not to collude.
After retirement he fulfilled his dream of opening a comic book store, OnTrack Books, and welcomed in new friends and old that shared his passion. We will always remember his unique sense of humor and, most importantly, his desire to always give back and help others.
The Hewitt and Bitka families would like to thank the Southold Police and Fire departments for their incredible courtesy, professionalism and dedication to service when we needed you.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Southold Volunteer Fire Department.
The family will welcome friends to their home, 245 Long Creek Drive, Southold, NY 11971, on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 1 to 4 p.m.
“Imagine all the people, livin’ life in peace.”
DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold is assisting the family.
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Grace Ellen Kempton, on Aug. 8, 2024. Grace passed peacefully in her home with family and her beloved dog, Abby, at her side.
Grace was born in Brooklyn, April 22, 1951, the only child of Adelaide Marie and William James Kempton. She raised her young children in Rockville Centre and in 1989 she and her family moved to Shelter Island, where she enjoyed selling real estate and being a part of the tight-knit community.
Grace leaves behind her children, Gary “Chip” Koehler and Lesley Evans, and her grandchildren, William and Amelia Koehler and James and Isabella Evans.
The family will celebrate her life Thursday, Oct. 5, from 2 to 4 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 26 St. Mary’s Road, Shelter Island.
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Alexander Bondarchuk of Southold passed away Monday, Sept. 23, 2024. He was 84.
The family will receive friends Thursday, Sept. 26, from 4 to 7 p.m. at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold.
The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, Sept. 27, at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick’s R.C. Church in Southold.
Interment will be private.
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Alexander Bondarchuk, longtime Southold resident, passed away on Monday, Sept. 23, 2024. He was 84 years old.
Alex was born on Aug. 8, 1940, in Greenport to Jenny (née Adamiak) and John Bondarchuk. He was the youngest of eleven children. He was raised in Greenport and graduated from high school there. On Oct. 12, 1963, he married the love of his life Sheila M. (née Donahue) Bondarchuk. Together they would have two children and make their home in Southold. In his professional career, Alex worked as a postal carrier for the U.S. Post Office in Southold. After retirement, he worked at Orient Beach State Park for 10 years. He was also a member of Saint Patrick’s R.C. Church in Southold.
Alex was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, and gardening in his free time. He was a skilled woodworker, and many examples of his woodworking are still visible in St. Patrick’s Church, Orient Beach State Park, and in the home he shared with his wife of 60 years, Sheila.
Family was the most important part of Alex’s life. He is survived by his wife Sheila; children Karin (Angelo) Marcotullio of Delmar, N.Y. and Brian (Sharo) Bondarchuk of Wading River; and grandchildren Jason Bondarchuk, Noelle Marcotullio, Matthew Bondarchuk, Julia Marcotullio, Alexander Bondarchuk and Brian Bondarchuk.
The family received friends on Thursday, Sept. 26 at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold. The Liturgy of Christian Burial was celebrated on Friday, Sept. at Saint Patrick’s R.C. Church in Southold. Interment will be private.
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Jose Mario Soto of Southold, and formerly of Guatemala, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024. He was 73.
The family will receive friends Friday, Sept. 27 from 4 to 7 p.m. and on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck.
The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, Sept. 28 at 1:30 p.m. at Saint Agnes R. C. Church in Greenport, officiated by Father Peter Narkiewicz.
Interment will take place in his native Guatemala.
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Robert “Bob” D. Boergesson, 64, of Fairhaven, Mass., died unexpectedly Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, at Charlton Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Greenport to Robert “Swede” and Johanna (Navaretta) Boergesson, he spent his childhood growing up in Southold before serving honorably in the U.S. Navy from 1978 to 1982. He lived much of his adult life in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, where he was a construction project manager, overseeing kitchen and bath remodeling. He held degrees from Mohawk Valley CC, New England Technical Institute, and CCRI.
Bob was an avid reader, and a dedicated sports fan and player for many years. He enjoyed his annual hunting trips to upstate New York and considered himself New England’s foremost cake connoisseur.
Above all, he loved spending time with family, whether it was pool parties in the backyard or weekly phone calls to check in. He treasured every moment. He was the happiest (and proudest) when spending time with his children and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Christine M. Pothier; his daughter Bailey Boergesson, her husband, Pierre-Marie Paganelli and their children, Elodie and Owen; his daughter Chelsea Ciambra, her husband, Charles, and their daughter, Ainsley; and his son, Samuel Boergesson. He is also survived by his four siblings, Cheryle Amara (Tom), Judi Fouchet, William Boergesson and Erik Boergesson (Jen), along with their families.
He was predeceased by his parents, brother-in-law Mike Fouchet and sister-in-law Kelly Pothier.
The family would like to recognize the amazing and caring staff at Charlton Memorial Hospital’s Cardiac Care ICU and CCU, who took incredible care and showed immense compassion, not only for Bob, but for our entire family.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the National Autism Association or to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Visiting hours will take place Tuesday, Oct. 8, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Road, Mattapoisett, Mass., where a funeral will be held Wednesday, Oct. 9, at 9 a.m. A funeral Mass will follow at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church, Fairhaven. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery. For directions and guestbook, visit saundersdwyer.com.
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Sandra Kay (Dart) Kaser, formerly of Southold, passed away at age 88 in Getzville, N.Y., on Sept. 28, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. A woman who loved her family, friends, faith, reading and gardening, Sandra and her husband, Dennis, were dedicated to making a difference in the world.
Throughout her life, she and Dennis volunteered in several developing nations and dedicated their time and resources to educating underprivileged children, both at home and abroad. Sandra was born to Fred and Alice (Downs) Dart and was proud to have been raised on Bayview Road in Southold. She graduated from Beaver College, now Arcadia University, and initially taught school in Colorado and New York (Lindenhurst, Marathon and Cutchogue) before stopping to raise her family.
Sandra spent the 1970s in Nova Scotia, raising her family and being a supportive minister’s wife in the churches Dennis pastored. In 1984, Sandra and Dennis moved back to Southold, where she taught at the Pilgrim School and later did home-care work for several elderly clients. She loved her friends and her books, so her Bible studies and book groups were especially dear to her.
Sandra was predeceased by her husband. She is survived by her sister, Pat Milford (Bill), and her brother, Ed Dart (Judy). She also leaves behind her son, Owen (Val); daughters Jenny (Allan) and Molly (Leon); six grandchildren; and 11 nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place. Visiting hours will be held Saturday, Oct. 5, from 10 a.m. to noon at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold, where a funeral service will follow immediately.
Memorial donations may be made to Unbound or World Vision. Sandra will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her family and friends.
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Funeral services for Chester R. Albertson, who died July 12, 2024, will be held Saturday, Oct. 12, at 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Southold. Interment will follow at the church cemetery after which lunch will be served in the church rectory. DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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Harold “Hoagie” Haupt of Southold passed away at his home Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. He was 95.
The family will receive friends Saturday, Oct. 12 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, Oct. 13 at 1 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Southold, officiated by Rev. Dr. Peter J. Kelley.
Interment with U.S. Navy Honors will follow at the Southold Presbyterian Cemetery.
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George Lessler, 76, of Centereach and Southold, passed away on Sept. 10, 2024.
George was born to George and Josephine Lessler on Aug. 8, 1948 in Rockville Centre. After graduating from Newfield High School he traveled east, living in Cutchogue. George returned west to buy a home in Centereach.
At the age of 22 he joined the Suffolk County Deputy Sheriffs where he would serve over 35 years, including many years as President of the Deputy Sheriffs Benevolent Association. After retirement he continued to serve the community in the Brookhaven Town Council. He served on multiple boards including Jiminy Peak Owner’s Association in the Berkshires. He was a member of the Southold Police Advisory Committee and received a proclamation from the Southold Town Supervisor for his contribution.
George Lessler and his late wife Karen Lessler shared 38 years of marriage. George Lessler was a devoted father to his sons, John and Matthew. George enjoyed boating, fishing and golfing throughout his life which he instilled in his two sons. Later in life, his joy came from his granddaughters, Madeline and Ellie. George returned to the North Fork often to enjoy his home in Southold and boat on the Peconic Bay.
George’s loving spirit is carried on by his sons John Lessler and Matthew Lessler; daughter-in-law Kelly Lessler; two granddaughters Madeline Lessler and Ellie Lessler; his sisters Grace Sinkiewicz, Gill (Nicholas) Carro and Gail Flemming; his sister- in-law Michele (Lawrence) Gerardi and brother-in-law Arthur (Marlene) Lopizzo; lifelong friends Kevin and Nancy Foote; and many loving nieces and nephews. George was preceded in death by his wife Dr. Karen Lessler; brothers Glen Lessler and Gary Lessler; and brother-in-law Joseph Flemming.
George will be dearly missed by family and friends. His family was his pride and joy. He showed unconditional love to his family and friends. He was a person you could “always count on.”
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Harold “Hoagie” Haupt, longtime Southold resident, and formerly of Mattituck, passed away at his home on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. He was 95 years old.
Hoagie was born on April 29, 1929 in Mattituck to Sophie and Francis Haupt. He was one of six children. After high school, he enlisted with the U.S. Navy and served from 1946 to 1950.
In 1951, he married the love of his life, the late Joan A. Haupt, and together they had two sons and made their home in Southold. Hoagie was a member of the Southold Fire Department Packard Hose Company, a member of the Free Masons, a deacon with the First Presbyterian Church of Southold, a former president of the North Fork Fireman Association, a former member of the Southold school board, and a member of the IBEW Local 1049 Union. In his professional career, Hoagie worked for Long Island Lighting Company and National Grid for 30-plus years, and retired as a foreman and supervisor.
Predeceased by his wife Joan earlier this year; Hoagie is survived by his sons Gary Haupt (Nora) of Southold and Glen Haupt of Fla.; grandchildren Andrew Haupt, Patricia Bernstein, Ashley Haupt and Ryan Haupt-Grey; and great-grandchildren Hunter Haupt, Harper Haupt, Kinsley Haupt, Tori Haupt, Molly Bernstein and Angus Bernstein.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold, where firematic services will be held at 7 p.m. and Masonic services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 1 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Southold, officiated by Rev. Dr. Peter J. Kelley. Interment with U.S. Navy Honors will follow at the Southold Presbyterian Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations to East End Hospice or Southold Fire Department would be appreciated. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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