Frank J. Allecia Jr. of Orient died peacefully at home Sept. 29, 2024. He was 78.

Born in Brooklyn Dec. 20, 1945, he was the son of Frank Allecia and Rose Varruzzi. He married Sandy Allecia April 6, 1968 at Parkway Community Church in the middle of his service in the military when he was in the Army from 1967 to 1969. Mr. Allecia owned Skylift Contracting in Queens for 60 years.

He is survived by his daughter Amy Farrell; son Brad Allecia (Nanne); and grandchildren Skylar Rose, Griffen Ryan and Gavin Frances Farrell and Jesse Edward Allecia.

Mr. Allecia will be buried at Nassau Knolls in Port Washington. The family is being assisted by Horton-Mathie Funeral Home of Greenport, and all arrangements are private at this time.

Memorial donations are requested for the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation for Advance SCI Paralysis Research.

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Stanley E. Sledz, longtime Cutchogue resident, passed away on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024. He was 93 years old.

Stanley was born in New York City on July 24, 1931 to Josefa (née Glica) and Walter Sledz. He was one of three children. He graduated Commerce High School with the class of 1948. After high school he enlisted with the U.S. Air Force and served for three years during the Korean Conflict. He also attended New York University where he attained his bachelor’s degree.

On July 13, 1957 in Middle Village, Queens, he married the love of his life Clare A. (née Niedermeyer) Sledz. They had two children. They eventually made their home in Cutchogue 34 years ago. In his professional career Stanley worked for TIAA-CREF Insurance for 41 years, retiring as vice president. He was also a member of American Legion Griswold-Terry-Glover Post 803.

Predeceased by his parents Josefa and Walter; and siblings Ted Sledz and Helen Koroscil (and their respective spouses Jean and Peter); Stanley is survived by his wife Clare; children William Sledz (Cindy) of Trumbull, Conn. and Nancy Sledz of Northport; grandchildren Christine Bryant, Timothy Sledz, Matthew Joyce and Gregory Joyce; and great-grandchildren Hudson Bryant, Callie Bryant, Mila Sledz and Remy Sledz.

The family has chosen to remember Stanley’s life privately at this time. A memorial mass will be held at a later date at Our Lady of Good Counsel R.C. Church in Mattituck.

Memorial donations in Stanley’s name can be made to Saint Jude Children’s Research at stjude.org or to American Legion Griswold-Terry-Glover Post 803, P.O. Box 591, Southold, NY 11971.

DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck is serving the family.

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Richard M. Farrell of Wading River died of heart complications on Oct. 9, 2024 in Brooklyn at the age of 78.

He was born on March 29, 1946 in the Bronx, and moved to Wading River in 1992. A Vietnam veteran, he served for many years as a Corrections Officer in the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office. He lived in Wading River for 30 years, but spent the last six months of his life in Brooklyn to be closer to family.

Richard was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who loved golf and his beloved New York Yankees. He is survived by his son Sean, his daughter-in-law Carrie, and his grandson Henry, all of Brooklyn; as well as his sister Elaine Farrell of Coral Springs, Fla. and his niece Paula Devito of Mattituck. He was predeceased by his wife Helen; and his sisters Rosemary Kennedy and Patricia Nieves.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck, where services will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 9:30 a.m. A burial at Calverton National Cemetery with U.S. Army Honors will follow the services.

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Robert R. Lawrence of Cutchogue passed away peacefully on Oct. 16, 2024, at the age of 89.

Born and raised in Queens, N.Y., he attended Bayside High School and graduated from New York University with a degree in accounting. He met his wife, Kathleen, while on vacation in Puerto Rico and they married in 1968. He loved playing, coaching and watching sports, especially his kids’ soccer and Little League teams and his beloved N.Y. Yankees.

Robert was employed by UPS for 33 years and the company meant so much to him. He retired as northeast regional manager in the real estate division in 1993. During retirement, he was passionate about traveling and golf. He got to play on some of the world’s most beautiful courses, including St. Andrews in Scotland. He split his time between the North Fork and Sarasota, Fla., during the winter months. He was a member of North Fork Country Club for almost 40 years and joined Stony Brook Golf and Country Club in Sarasota in 1997. At NFCC, he was a founding member of the men’s Tuesday afternoon golf group known as the “Wild Bunch,” golfers who he was blessed to call his friends.

A devoted husband, father and grandfather, he cherished his time with his children and grandchildren, always traveling to attend events, performances and games.

Predeceased by his brother, Tom, he is survived by his wife of 56 years, Kathleen; his son, Christopher; his daughter, Jennifer Soivilien; and his grandchildren Lyndsey, Graham, Quinn, Jackson and Lachlan. He will be dearly missed by all.

Graveside services will be held Thursday, Oct. 24, at 11 a.m. at Cutchogue Cemetery, officiated by Father Peter Garry. A luncheon will follow at North Fork Country Club in Cutchogue.

Donations in Robert’s name can be made to The First Tee at firsttee.org/donate/.

DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck is assisting the family.

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Eugene Alan Mazzaferro of Greenport died at Westhampton Care Center Oct. 13, 2024. He was 75.

Born in Greenport March 24, 1949, he was the son of Eugene Nicholas and Gladys Watson Mazzaferro. A graduate of Owens Corning Technical College in Ohio, he married Mary Pat Mazzaferro in Michigan Nov. 20, 1970. He owned Mazzaferro Bros. in Greenport for over 40 years.

Mr. Mazzaferro was a member of the Greenport school board of education and an official with IAABD basketball. Family said he enjoyed clamming and crabbing, cooking, golfing, travel, spending time with his family.

Predeceased by his parents and wife, he is survived by his children Geno Mazzaferro of Greenport and Amanda Kay of Aquebogue; grandchildren Zander and Aria Mazzaferro; and siblings Nancy Schmidt, Wayne Mazzaferro, Nina Mazzaferro and Christine Foster.

A celebration of life is scheduled for Nov. 16 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Greenport American Legion. Memorial donations are requested for Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital Foundation.

Horton-Mathie Funeral Home of Greenport assisted the family.

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Joan Curran of Southold passed away at home Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024. She was 94
years old.

Joan was born on Aug. 25, 1930, in Brooklyn to Joan (Riordan) and Carl Jurgens. She was one of two children. In 1954, in Brooklyn, she married the love of her life, Patrick H. Curran, M.D. Together they had three children.

She attended Adelphi University where she attained her bachelor’s degree as a paralegal. In her professional career, Joan worked as a paralegal at first, and then as a medical office manager for her husband’s private practice.

A very talented artist with a vast knowledge of art and art history, Joan enjoyed her magnificent
studio and gave lessons to many friends and neighbors. She was a founding member of a local group of artists currently known as the The North Fork Artists.

Predeceased by her husband, Patrick; sister, Shirley Tracy (Dan); and children Patrick (Maria) and Christopher, Joan is survived by her daughter, Nancy Curran (Amber) of Portland, Ore.; grandchildren Christopher, Kaitlyn, Timothy, Sarah and Daniel; great-grandchildren Sean, Tyler, Riley and Dylan; and daughter-in-law Maureen.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, Nov. 3, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold, during which services will also take place.

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Jean LePre of Cutchogue passed away Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. She was 81.

The family will receive friends Saturday, Nov. 2 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck, where funeral services will be held at 7:30 p.m., officiated by Pastor Kevin Ford.

Graveside services will be held Sunday, Nov. 3, at 10 a.m. at Blue Point Cemetery in Blue Point, N.Y.

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Lela Ottley Leslie passed away at her home in Greenport on June 20, 2024, after a long illness. She was 88 years old.

Lela was born Sept. 29, 1935, in New York City to Gilbert Ottley and Gladys Graham Ottley Magnuson, of Locust Valley, N.Y. Lela graduated from Green Vale School, Miss Porter’s School (where she was delighted to have two granddaughters follow in her footsteps) and Vassar College.

Lela’s proudest accomplishment was her nearly sixty years of sobriety in Alcoholics Anonymous. She was an inspirational and life-changing sponsor to scores of recovering alcoholics, many of whom became lifelong friends. Lela served on the boards of the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and the Hanley Foundation, a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center, in Palm Beach, Fla. She was an early adopter of the use of family interventions for treating substance abuse.

Lela’s greatest joy was in the deep and meaningful relationships forged through her work and family. She was beloved for her irreverent sense of humor, sparkling personality, and warm, inclusive compassion. She practiced yoga many decades before it was cool, sunbathed with abandon before it was forbidden, and tap-danced joyfully along to the Muzak in supermarkets and movie theaters. She was a talented watercolorist, a cheerfully lead-footed driver, and a treasured mother, sister, grandmother and friend.

In midlife, Lela split her time between her homes in Locust Valley and Vero Beach, Fla., where her persona as “Grammy” was on full display, reading stories, playing pool games, dispensing matrilineal wisdom (and beauty tips), and buying ice cream for her legion of beloved grandchildren.

Lela is survived by her brother and sister-in-law Philip and Glenna Ottley of Ketchum, Idaho; her daughter Holly Hackett Kania of Arlington, Mass. and son Welles Hackett of Los Angeles, Calif.; 11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Her cherished eldest son, Randall Hackett Jr., died in 2019.

A Celebration of Life service will take place Saturday, Nov. 16 at 11 a.m. at St. John’s of Lattingtown Church in Locust Valley, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in Lela’s memory to the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (Westbury, N.Y.) or the Patricia H. Ladew Foundation (a shelter for re-homing cats) in Oyster Bay, N.Y.

Horton-Mathie Funeral Home in Greenport is assisting the family.

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On Oct. 18, 2024 Richard B. Arnold, a loving husband, father/father-in-law, grandfather, brother/brother-in-law, cousin and uncle, died a valiant warrior after a 12-year battle with cancer. Above all else, Rick loved his family and was truly one of a kind.

In addition to being a warrior in his battle with cancer, Rick also survived a major plane crash in 1970 described in a book entitled “35 Miles from Shore: The Ditching and Rescue of ALM Flight 980.” He was one of the last three people to be rescued from the ocean because he was helping others to survive; a testament to who Rick was, always thinking of others and doing right by them, and having a passion for life.

Rick attended North Shore High School, where he met his beautiful wife Joan Hagan, and went on to live a fairytale come true love story. Anyone who knew them as a couple knew that theirs was a forever love, shaped by their common dedication to family and friends. Whether it be a walk on the beach or hosting celebratory Arnold feasts, Rick was passionate about seizing the opportunity to enjoy life’s pleasures and always wanted to share them with those he loved.

Rick loved to be on the water, where he could be found fishing and boating on the Peconic, enjoying the mesmerizing waters and breathtaking views of Greenport, where his heart lived and where he found the most joy. There would always be great conversation and laughter, wine from local North Fork vineyards, key lime pie, and sounds of Willie Nelson filling the air. These indelible memories along with Rick’s kind smile and sparkling blue eyes are forever cherished.

Rick was a dedicated broker/owner of Richard B. Arnold Real Estate for over 50 years and was guided by his personal ethic, which put trust and integrity above all to assist the North Shore community with their real estate needs. Rick loved people and remembered the details of their lives, and always offered wise counsel.

Rick’s caring approach in his business was also known through his community involvement over his lifetime. Rick served on the board of the North Shore Youth Council, Glen Head/Glenwood Business Association, and was an active parent in the local Scouting Troop 195, having raised two remarkable boys, Michael and Matthew, who both became Eagle Scouts, and attended North Shore schools. His granddaughter, Abigail, attends North Shore Middle School, as will her sister, Zoey, soon enough.

A celebration of life will take place in spring of 2025. Details will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations for cancer research may be made in memory of Richard Arnold at www.engage.weill.cornell.edu/give. Select “Other Fund” and enter “Dr. David Nanus GU Research” as the fund name. Under Gift Option, you can make your donation in memory of Richard Arnold.

The family was assisted by Horton-Mathie Funeral Home in Greenport.

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Kelli Francine Mealy, 60, passed away on Oct. 23, 2024, in Woburn, Mass. Born on May 24, 1964, in Long Island, Kelli was a cherished member of her community, recognized for her warmth, intelligence and boundless love.

Kelli earned her undergraduate degree at Oberlin University and went on to complete a master’s degree at New York University, majoring in religion and minoring in Spanish. She dedicated 18 years to North Fork Bank/Capital One Bank and 30 years to Relay Services, where she built lasting relationships and made significant contributions to both organizations.

A woman of deep faith, Kelli studied religion in college and was a devoted member of the Shiloh Baptist Church in Southold. Her spiritual life was a cornerstone of her existence, providing her with strength and comfort throughout her journey.

Kelli was known for her humor and quick wit, often affectionately nicknaming her loved ones as a testament to the close bonds she formed. She was an avid reader, lover of music, visiting museums and just enjoyed learning about just about anything. She loved traveling with her sister, particularly enjoying her time at casinos. Her linguistic skills, with proficiency in several languages, enriched her travels and cultural experiences.

Family was at the center of Kelli’s life. Having a special relationship with her father before his passing and as the caretaker for her mother for as long as she was able. She is survived by her mother, Eleanor Mealy; siblings Tanya Cafarella, Kyle Mealy, and Frank Mealy; uncle Wendell Mealy; niece Ciara Cafarella; nephew Dominic Cafarella; and many cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Frank Mealy.

Kelli’s commitment to her community was evident in her volunteer work as an ESL tutor for Spanish-speaking individuals. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

To honor Kelli’s memory, friends and family are encouraged to support programs that assist disadvantaged and marginalized individuals or to volunteer their time. Memorial services will be announced at a later date, providing an opportunity for loved ones to celebrate her remarkable life.

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Jane V. Burger of Cutchogue, passed away Friday, Oct.25, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was 102 years old.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck.

The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel R.C. Church in Mattituck.

She will be laid to rest at Sacred Heart Cemetery with her late husband Joseph.

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Dec. 10, 1942 – Oct. 18, 2024

Jean LePré, born Jean Campbell on Long Island, was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and foster mom. 

She married her husband Frank LePré in 1968, whom she fell in love with on a spontaneous blind date. The two decided to start a family but were challenged with Jean’s bout with uterine cancer early on. Not being able to have children of her own, Jean went on to adopt 12 children with her husband Frank. They also fostered dozens more children over the years. 

The LePré family became a force to be reckoned with — an inspiring demonstration of the power of love, commitment and loyalty. 

Jean LePré worked hard to make significant improvements to Long Island’s department of special education programs. She was also a dedicated member of her church, teaching Bible study regularly.

After losing her husband in the early 2000s, and her son Patrick a few years later, Jean continued to serve as a pillar of strength — opening up her heart and home to whomever needed a helping hand. She successfully battled breast cancer twice in her lifetime while never giving up her faith. 

Jean passed away Oct. 18, 2024 at the age of 81. She is survived by her children: James, Brian, Patrick, George, Katie, Karen, Andrew, Michael, Steven, Gerard, Matthew, Dade and Luis. She has 12 grandchildren: Samantha, Jordanne, Kit, Jacklyn, Maria, Alison, David, Kyle, Brody, Gerard Jr., Gianna, and Lily Jean. She also leaves behind nine great-grandchildren: William, Aiden, Aurelio, Lydia, Damien, Audrey, Kameron, Hope, and Brendan. 

She will be dearly missed but never forgotten. 

A wake service for Jean will be held on Nov. 2, 2024 at the DeFriest-Grattan funeral home of Mattituck, from 2 to 4 p.m. and again at 7 to 9 p.m. The following day, Nov. 3, there will be a burial ceremony at Blue Point Cemetery at approximately 10 a.m.

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Monica “Mona” Nolan of Southold died Oct. 26, 2024. She was 89 years old.

The family will receive visitors Monday, Nov. 4 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Church in Southold. Interment will follow at St. Patrick’s R.C. Cemetery in Southold.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested for the Naomi Berrie Diabetes Center made out to the “Trustees of Columbia University” with a note designating it for the Naomi Berrie Diabetes Center to Office of Development, 516 West 168th Street, 3rd Floor, New York, N.Y. 10032.

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Betty Friemann of New Suffolk passed away on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024. She was 79.

The family will receive friends Thursday, Oct. 31 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck.

The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, Nov. 1 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Ostrabrama R.C. Church in Cutchogue.

Interment to follow at Cutchogue Cemetery in Cutchogue.

Memorial donations to JDRF would be appreciated. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.

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Antone F. “Bub” Hugel, lifetime resident of Southampton, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. He was 90 years old.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, Nov. 3 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, Nov. 4 at 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

Interment with U.S. Army Honors will follow at Calverton National Cemetery.

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Adrian Bertrand Cockerill Jr., (known lovingly by family as ‘Junior’) aged 93, passed away on Oct. 25, 2024, at Springvale Nursing and Rehabilitation in Croton-on-Hudson, N.Y. Born on July 1, 1931, Junior was known for his devilishly charming personality, whip-smart intellect and recalcitrant spirit.

Junior graduated from Xavier High School and furthered his education at Fordham University, earning a Bachelor of Arts, followed by an MBA from New York University. His academic prowess led him to a successful career in financial planning in Manhattan, where he was respected for his sharp insight and strategic thinking. He served honorably for three years in military associations, where he was known for his robust leadership and dedication.

A man of many interests, Junior was an avid fisherman, a voracious reader, and was famous for having strong opinions and humorously stealing jokes at gatherings. He was a spiritual person who worshipped everywhere, finding solace and peace in many places of faith throughout his life, and, notably, he always had room for dessert. He most enjoyed his time in Orient, having spent summers, holidays and as much time as he could at White Shingles, as a boy and then as a father.

ABC Junior is survived by his beloved wife, Joyce (Raasch) Cockerill; his three children, Christine Cockerill (and her son Colin), Carole Cockerill, and Adrian B. Cockerill III (daughter-in-law and favorite person, Margaret J. Hoag). He also leaves behind his brother, John Cockerill; his sister, Rosemary Cockerill; and niece and nephews, Debbie, Bobby, Tommy, John, Paul and their families. Adrian was preceded in death by his parents, Adrian B. and Edith (Blanc) Cockerill, and his brother, Robert Cockerill.

A memorial service will be held in the future, with details to be determined, where family and friends can gather to honor Adrian’s remarkable life, hopefully at one of his old fishing spots. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to honor Adrian’s memory are encouraged to engage in acts of kindness or contribute to a cause meaningful to them, in reflection of Adrian’s generous spirit.

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Monica Mary Nolan (née Horan) passed away on Oct. 26, 2024. Her 89 years were filled with faith, family and love.

Mona, as she was always known, was born on May 13, 1935 in Kilnaleck, County Cavan, Ireland to Patrick and Mary Anne Horan. The family settled in Old Castle, County Meath, where Mona and her dear brother, Michael, grew up thick as thieves. Mona was an excellent student and, even as a child, displayed many of the talents and gifts that made her the Renaissance woman she became. As a teenager, she was a tennis champion and accomplished pianist. She moved to Dublin to work at the world-renowned Gresham Hotel, a decision that completely changed the course of her life.

There, she befriended Claire Nolan, who invited her to Donegal to meet two of her brothers who were home visiting from New York. When Mona met Claire’s brother, Paddy, it was love at first sight. After six months of letter writing, the two were engaged and Mona flew to New York to wed the love of her life. They were married on April 30, 1966 at St. Bartholomew Church in Elmhurst, N.Y. Their marriage was a true partnership, friendship, and love affair.

Mona and Paddy began their life together in Woodside, Queens but moved to Southold in 1976 to give their three children a more rural and carefree life. Mona was fully engaged in the life of her children and in the civic life of the North Fork. She was a class mother at Sacred Heart School every year, rotating through her three children. She volunteered at Sacred Heart’s auctions and fundraisers; performed in plays and talent shows; and was a long-serving member and past president of the Rosary Altar Society. As a Rosarian, she served as a caring volunteer for the Consolation Ministry of St. Patrick’s Church. In addition, she was an active member of the Southold Yacht Club and a dedicated and caring volunteer at Birthright.

Mona was an accomplished administrative assistant, respected and adored by her colleagues, but it was her family and friends who flourished from her undivided focus and attention. She loved to chat while peeling apples with her sister-in-law, Anne. If the two lifelong friends weren’t busy with Anne’s pie business, they could be found gleefully trekking to the Smith Haven Mall, children in tow. She enjoyed luncheons and dinners with dear friends. She loved finding treasures at yard sales and rooted for her Mets and Jets alongside her Paddy. She finished a bathroom and bedroom in her home, learning plumbing and carpentry, in order to give her girls more space. Much of this was done after a long day of work, just one of many examples of her sacrificial love.

Celebrating the graduations, weddings, and ordination of her cherished nieces and nephews brought her great happiness. Her love flowed to the children of her nieces and nephews and she never missed an opportunity to participate and celebrate in their lives.

Mona loved to travel with her husband, Paddy, and enjoyed exploring Italy, Germany, Canada and Holland, bringing home small tokens to her children because they were always on her mind. She especially loved visiting Ireland with her daughter, Catherine and her family, and escaping the cold gray winters to enjoy the company of her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Joe and Anne, in Puerto Rico.

Becoming a grandmother to her 10 beloved grandchildren was one of Mona’s greatest joys. She participated in every event she could — graduations, Halloween hayrides, birthday parties, and first communions. No event was too small. Even when travel became difficult, she would still journey to Wyoming or Massachusetts to be part of the lives of those she loved. When she couldn’t be there physically, she would send cards and small presents such as a hair bow for the first day of kindergarten or Easter chocolates, just to let that child know how cherished she or he was.

Mona never sought the spotlight and will be remembered for her loving and gentle way. She had a keen wit and sense of humor, however, and always offered easy conversation and a kind willingness to listen, as well as laugh.

Not without her share of health challenges, Mona never complained but faced them head-on with incredible strength, grace, and dignity. She shone her bright and beautiful light on those she met in passing and on those she loved and cherished, and our lives will forever be richer for the gift of her love and life.

Mona is survived by her husband, Patrick and her three children, Mairead Nolan (Victor Noel), Catherine (Robert) Holdman and Ciara (John) Knepper and her grandchildren: Maeve, Sinead, John, Finian, Nolan and Monica Knepper; Patrick, Lucia and Timothy Holdman; and Arianna Noel. She also leaves cherished nieces and nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Michael Horan, and her parents.

The family will receive friends on Monday, Nov. 4 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 10 a.m. at Saint Patrick’s R.C. Church in Southold. Interment will follow at Saint Patrick’s R.C. Cemetery in Southold.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to Naomi Berrie Diabetes Center. Please make your check out to the “Trustees of Columbia University” and include a note designating it for the Naomi Berrie Diabetes Center. Please send your check to: Office of Development, 516 West 168th Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10032.

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Antone F. “Bub” Hugel, lifelong resident of Southampton, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. He was 90 years old.

Antone was born Feb. 19, 1934, in Water Mill to Anne (Ruppel) and Antone Hugel. He was one of four children. He graduated from Southampton High School. After high school, he enlisted in the United States Army and served from 1956 to 1958, attaining the rank of private first class.

He remained in Southampton until 1969, then moved to Moriches, Islip, Mineola and Shirley, returning to Southampton in 1990. He was a part of the Southampton Horticulturist Club, where they crossbred a gladiolus named “Big Daddy.” They won awards for their flowers. In his professional career he worked as a telecommunications programmer for SITA in Bohemia for 29 years. He had been an apple farmer for the past 25 years.

Antone is survived by his son, David Hugel of Moriches, and sisters Anne Jones of East Quogue, Mabell Zeh of Water Mill and Evelyn Romano.

The family received friends Nov. 3 at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck, where funeral services were held Nov. 4. Interment with U.S. Army Honors took place at Calverton National Cemetery.

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Linda M. Longo of Laurel passed away Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. She was 77.

Ms. Longo had been a secretary at the Jewish Center of the Hamptons in East Hampton for many years.

The family will receive friends Sunday, Nov. 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck. Interment will take place at Mount Saint Mary Cemetery in Flushing.

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Joan A. Seebeck of Riverhead died Nov. 2, 2024, at Oasis Rehabilitation and Nursing in Center Moriches. She was 88.

Born in Brooklyn March 10, 1936, she was the daughter of Ormond and Sarah (Thomson) Bresee. After graduating in 1954 from Andrew Jackson High School in Springfield Gardens, N.Y., she married Harold Seebeck in 1955. Ms. Seebeck worked as a hotel manager at the Queensbury in Glens Falls, N.Y.

Predeceased by her husband, Harold, her son Peter and grandson Jason, Ms. Seebeck is survived by her son James, of California, her daughter, Cynthia Chomicki of Mattituck, and grandchildren Cameron Seebeck and Brenan Peterman.

The family will receive friends Thursday, Nov. 7, from 3 to 6 p.m. at McLaughlin Heppner Funeral Home in Riverhead. A funeral service will take place Friday, Nov. 8, at 11 a.m. at Church of the Redeemer in Mattituck. Burial will be at Thurman Cemetery in Thurman, N.Y.

Memorial donations my be made to Double H Ranch, 97 Hidden Valley Road, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

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