George L. Karman, of Hicksville, died on June 13, 2005. Beloved husband of the late Elaine. Loving father of George B. and Angela Karman, Robert and the late Betsy Karman, James Karman, Jeanne and Thomas Aull and Joanne and Brian Dwyer. Cherished Pop-Pop of Kristy, Jennifer, Brian, Amanda, Brendan, Kimberly, Michael, Kevin, Gregory, Christopher, Brian, Megan, Robert and Thomas. Retired Nassau County Highway Patrol of 33 years. Founder of the New York Islanders High School Hockey League. Proud veteran of the United States Navy. At Hicksville High School, Mr. Karman was known as "Ace" in his youth and later as "Pop-Pop" to the students in the school. Services were held at the Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Home in Hicksville. Religious services were at the Holy Family RC Church in Hicksville. Interment at Holy Rood Cemetery in Westbury. Donations can be sent to Hicksville Athletic Booster Club, 38 Bobwhite Lane, Hicksville, NY 11801.