Obituary: Robert Kerth

 On April 29, Robert Kerth, 92, died peacefully at his Glen Cove home with his wife of 70 years, Muriel (nee Mancinelli), by his side. A veteran of the Air Force in WW2, he moved to Glen Cove and was the owner of Cam Realty in Greenvale. He was an avid golfer and was a fixture at the Glen Cove Golf Course through his eighties. He loved fishing and catching lobsters in the Long Island Sound.

He also leaves behind his beloved daughters Leslie Stein of Glen Cove and Linda Rabiner (Ben) of Flagler Beach, FL, his grandchildren Chloe and Alexis Stein, Nick and Mike Rabiner, Michael Burrell (Andrea) and three great grandchildren.

A memorial will be held at a later date. Interment at Locust Valley Cemetery.

Obituary: Eileen E. Nelson

Eileen E. Nelson of Glen Cove died on April 24, 2013. Beloved wife of John T. Devoted mother of Robert, Patrick (Patricia) Mary (Greg) Geopert, John (Lauren), Timothy (Maritza), and Philip (Jean). Loving  grandmother of 21. Funeral Mass at the Church of St. Patrick. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Valhalla, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to Prolife Across America or the Retinitis Pigmentosa Foundation. McLaughlin Kramer Megiel Funeral Home.

Obituary: Rose Marie Diem

Rose Marie Diem, of Glen Cove, died on April 25, 2013.  Beloved wife of the late Barry.  Loving mother of Tina Salentino (Michael), Victoria Flood (James) and Barry E., Jr.  Cherished grandmother of Rebecca, Amanda, Kristen, James, Jr., Joseph, Barry, III and Samantha Jo; and great-grandmother of Rocco.  Dear sister of Helen Ametta, the late Mary Testa and the late Anthony Ceriello. Arrangements made by Whitting Funeral Home 300 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Head. Funeral service at the United Methodist Church of Sea Cliff.  Interment Locust Valley Cemetery, Locust Valley.

Obituary: Dennis S. Hopkins

Dennis S. Hopkins of Glen Cove died on April 24, 2013. Age 64. Husband of Clara. Father of Dennis (Carmelina) and Jason. Brother of Gary (Susie), Tracy (Craig), Celeste, the Late Donald and Denise. Grandfather of Denaisia, Naisia, Keandre and Keana. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Service conducted by Rev. Roger Williams under the supervision of Dodge-Thomas Funeral Home. Burial at Calverton VA Cemetery. 

Obituary: Emily H. Chu

Emily H. Chu of Glen Cove died on April 16, 2013. Age 13. Daughter of Kristine and Ricky, Sister of Sophia and Olivia. Granddaughter of Joe and Po Chin, Kit Koi and Suey Chu. Niece of Kevin (Cindy), Kathy (Frank) and Jenny (Charles). Cousin of T.J., Ryan, William and Lila. Emily was an extraordinary girl of many talents. She loved singing, playing the flute and drawing anime. She was an amazing athlete, excelling in bicycling, swimming and running. She will be missed by all. Visitation was held at the Dodge-Thomas Funeral Home, Glen Cove. Burial at Locust Valley Cemetery. Donations may be made to Nicholas Pedone Neuroblastoma and Hope for Humanity. 

Obituary: Emily G. Gibbs

Emily G. Gibbs of Glen Cove passed peacefully on April 29, 2013.  Beloved wife of the late Dr. Stanley Gibbs.  Loving mother of Betsy, Eric and Alan.  Cherished grandmother of Simon, Sophie, Tyler, and Jordan.  Outside of being a parent and grandparent, Emily was very involved with the temple serving as president of the Sisterhood and receiving honors for her extraordinary dedication and commitment. She also served as her husband’s office manager and assisted Stanley in his lectures throughout the United States, Europe and South Africa. She loved to entertain and always had an open door for anyone who needed a place for the holidays of Passover to Thanksgiving. She will be missed for her cooking and her continued words of encouragement.  In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations go to The Regency at Glen Cove Recreation Fund in memory of Emily Gibbs.  Please mail donation to The Regency at Glen Cove, 94 School Street, Glen Cove, New York 11542.

Obituary: Hubert Sharpe

Hubert Sharpe died peacefully at Glengariff Health Care Center on April 5, 2013.

Born on the Island of Jamaica, Hubert had resided in Glen Cove for more than 20 years.  He was an actor, appearing in a James Bond movie, singer, dance instructor and percussionist. Hubert was a true gentleman and community volunteer. He served at the North Shore Sheltering program for many years and was a faithful member of Glen Cove Christian Church where he played the congas on the worship team.

Survivors include a son in England, a sister in Jamaica and the two people closest to him during his final days, Rita Johnston and Mark Wiesner. He had a multitude of friends in Glen Cove and will be profoundly missed.

A memorial service will be held at 10:15 a.m.  Sunday, June 9th , at the Glen Cove Christian Church.

Obituary: Frank Dizazzo, Jr.

Frank Dizazzo, Jr. of Glen Cove died suddenly on April 17, 2013 at age 55. Husband of Vincenza. Brother of Barbara Meiderdrut (Jack). Uncle of Seth, Laramie, Theresa and Frank. Son-in-law of Louis and Theresa Varricchio. Service conducted by Father Elias Carr of St. Rocco R.C. Church. Arrangements handled by Dodge-Thomas Funeral Home, Glen Cove. Interment private.

Obituary: David W. Van Velsor

David W. Van Velsor of Glen Cove died on April 20, 2013. Beloved husband of Linda. Devoted father of Sean, Grace, Kathryn, Vicki, Patrick and the late David. Services McLaughlin Kramer Megiel Funeral Home. Interment Pinelawn Memorial. Donations in his name may be made to VA Hospital at Northport.

Obituary: Helen Pedalino

Helen Pedalino (nee Garbarini), 99, died on April 19, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Devoted daughter of the late Eugene and Pasquina. Loving mother of Marilyn Pedalino. Cherished grandmother of Marc Silvestri. Graveside service at the National Cemetery, Bourne, MA. McLaughlin Kramer Megiel Funeral Home.