Edward Boyd Coltrin, MD, died on April 3, 2000. Husband of Elizabeth. Father of Ted, Libby and Judy. Grandfather of Sophie, William, Thomas, Andrew and Theodore. Arrangements were made by the Whitting Funeral Home, Glen Head. A celebration of Eddie's life will be held on April 15 at 11 a.m at the Brookville Reformed Church, Brookville. Interment private. Contributions can be made in the name of Edward Keefer, Med. 1943, to McGill University Alma Mater Fund, 3605 Mountain St., Montreal, Quebec, H3G2MI, Canada.

Ethel M. Lauer, of Glen Cove, died on April 4, 2000, in her 93rd year. Mother of Barbara A. Donohue. Mother-in-law of the late Joseph. Grandmother of Noree and Peter, Susan and Kevin, Patricia and Ron, Elizabeth and Ed and Barbara. Great-grandmother of Samantha, Thomas and Gabrielle and Ryan. Stepmother of Vernabelle Nordstrom. Mother-in-law of Arthur. Step-grandmother of Stephen and Harriet, Peter and Pat, Richard and Cathy, David and Rosemary and Janie Nordstrom. Arrangements were made by the McLaughlin Kramer Megiel Funeral Home, Glen Cove. Funeral Mass celebrated at St. Patrick's Church. Interment St. John's Cemetery.

Robert D. Smith Jr. (Bob): March 17, 1932 - April 4, 2000. Son of Ivy Marjorie Lawrence and Robert D. Smith Sr. A long time resident of Glen Cove. US Air Froce staff sergeant 1955-1959. Member of the Society of British War Vets.

Bob was a true gentleman who was always willing to lend a helping hand or advice to a friend in need. There were many people who could call Bob a true friend. He was loved by many and will be missed dearly.

Spring and summer were Bob's favorite seasons. He could jump into his shorts and head to the beach for long walks with his beloved pet Charlie the dog and friends. Reading a good book and discussing philosophy brought much joy to Bob. He loved a fine restaurant. Sorry we missed the Cole House - Bob.

You'll be in our thoughts always. The dogs you befriended will always look for you and the wonderful dog biscuits you shared with them all.

"The color has run from all the trees,

The awe and mystery have left the seas.

Lush green grass lays broken and bent,

Wants and emotions have been spoken and spent.

Gentle wind blows, as my friend is now gone

I ponder my thoughts, I strive to carry on.

I shout to the sphere that reigns the night sky,

I wait for response, but I get no reply.

He gave all he could with no regret.

I hope you will all smile and never forget.

Look for his smile in the setting sun,

Remember his love when each day is done.

You are a great friend, so dear and so true,

No greater a friend, then the friend I had in you."

By Brian Thompson, Bob's friend.

Rocco J. Bruges, 85, formerly of Glen Cove, died on April 7, 2000. He was an Exempt Fireman of the Locust Valley Fire Dept. He worked for 30 years at the Locust Valley Post Office as a postal clerk. Husband of Betty and the late Emma Abbie. Father of Clara Nelson (Robert). Grandfather of Richard and Brian. Brother of Grace Gonsowski, Margaret Ferrioli-Leone, Louise Mayo and Anthony. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Arrangements were made by the Dodge-Thomas Funeral Home, Glen Cove. Interment LI National Cemetery. Donations can be made to the NY Firefighters Burn Center, 21 Asch Loop, Bronx, NY 10475.

Anthony T. Mazzella, 75, of Glen Cove, died on April 7, 2000. Husband of Anita. Father of Anthony D. Brother of Florence Florentino (Joseph). Also survived by nieces and nephews. Service will be held April 13 at 7 p.m. at the Dodge-Thomas Funeral Home, 26 Franklin Ave., Glen Cove. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 74 Forest Ave., Glen Cove, NY 11542.

Louise Rainone, of Glen Cove, died on April 8, 2000. She was the former owner of Glen St. and Levine Stationery. Wife of Salvatore. Mother of Frank. Sister of Maryann and Al. Arrangements were made by the McLaughlin Kramer Megiel Funeral Home, Glen Cove. Religious services. Contributions in her name may be made to Hospice Care of LI.

John O'Keeffe, of Locust Valley, died on April 9, 2000. Born in Waterford, Ireland, he was a US Army veteran. He was a professional chef as well as a troubleshooter. Husband of the late Charlotte Anne. Father of Everett Patrick, Christina Ann LaBella, John Henry and Charlotte Anne DiFede. Father-in-law of Robert DiFede. Grandfather of Christopher John, Laura Jeanne and Patrick James. Also survived by many family members in Ireland and the UK. Arrangements were made by the Whitting Funeral Home, Glen Head. Funeral Mass at St. Patrick's RC Church. Interment private. Contributions many be made to Hospice Care Network of LI, 900 Merchants Concourse, Westbury, NY 11590.

Milton Farkas, 76, of Atlanta, died on April 9, 2000. He served in the Pacific Arena of the Combat Veteran Corps of the US Marine Corps during WWII. He was past vice president of both Congregation Beth Shalom , Atlanta, and Congregation Tifereth Israel, Glen Cove, and a member of B'nai Zion. Mr. Farkas is survived by his wife, Helen, of Atlanta; son and daughter-in-law, Andrew Levi and Ferne Farkas of Plano, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Melanie and David Feingold of Atlanta; brother and sister-in-law, Abraham and Rhoda Farkas of Marlboro, NJ; and grandchildren, Leah, Noah and Daniel Farkas and Rebecca and Benjamin Feingold. Arrangements were made by the Dressler & Ghertner of Jewish Funeral Care by SouthCare Memorial Chapel. Graveside services at Arlington Memorial Park with Rabbi Mark Zimmerman officiating. Contibutions may be made to Congregation Beth Sholom.