Flags at North Shore University Hospital were flown at half staff this week to signify the loss of Hilary Chilton. Mrs. Chilton died suddenly on March 30, as a result of an accident near the home she recently moved to in Muttontown after more than two decades as a resident of Manhasset. She was killed on March 30 as she drove south on Brookville Road near Route 106.

Auxiliary President, Manhasset Park District Commissioner Patricia Roberts, a resident of Manhasset, characterized Hilary Chilton as "the consummate volunteer," adding that over the last 23 years Mrs. Chilton has served in various capacities on the Auxiliary Board, as president for two terms, totaling six years, and chairing numerous functions that resulted in significant donations of equipment and services for patients.

At the time of her death, Mrs. Chilton was working closely with Barbara Lee Hudson, director of volunteer services, on the implementation of special educational and training programs for all volunteers at the hospital. Ms. Hudson stated that many employees, present and former volunteers from all parts of the country, physicians, nurses and members of the community have called and come in to the Volunteer Office to express their sympathy and sense of loss at her passing. "It is as if a light went out," her dedication, enthusiasm and commitment made her unforgettable to all she encountered.

Working together, Pat Roberts and Barbara Lee Hudson have committed to continuing and fulfilling the programs and events planned by Hilary Chilton.

John Chilton, her husband, had requested that any donations be made in Hillary's memory to the North Shore University Hospital Auxiliary Tribute Fund.

Steven G. Walsh, 46, passed away on Monday, March 25.

Steven was a longtime resident of Manhasset and a graduate of St. Mary's High School in June, 1974. He was a corporate trainer at Quick and Reilly, New York City.

Steven is survived by his wife of four years, Diane; two sons, Christopher and Gregory; and one daughter, Laura. He was the devoted son of Frances Walsh and the late Francis Walsh. He was the dear brother of Kathleen Walsh, Richard Walsh, Susan Walsh, Frances Shackel, Patricia Novis, Michael Walsh and John Walsh. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. Anne's Roman Catholic Church, Garden City on Wednesday, March 27 at 11:30 a.m. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Frances T. Shackel

Marjorie W. Gagnon Hogan, age 88, of Aylesbury Circle, Madison, CT, died at her home on April 2. She was the widow of the late Wilbur C. Hogan. She was born March 15, 1914 in Bloomfield, CT and lived in Manhasset for many years with her first husband, the late John E. Gagnon.

She graduated in 1935 from Connecticut College for Women as a Winthrop scholar. She was an expert bridge player, an avid gardener and a gifted artist. Years ago, she was an active volunteer with the United Nations when it was in its formative stage in the early 1950's, and was in the League of Women Voters in Manhasset and was actively involved in Dwight Eisenhower's presidential campaign in 1952. In Madison, she was a member of the Madison Winter Club and founded the beautification committee in Windemere.

She is survived by two sons, John Gagnon of Saddle River, NJ and Jeffrey Gagnon of Osterville, MA; two daughters, Roberta McNeill of New York City and Carolyn Carver of Hatboro, PA; a sister, Joanne Fairweather of Pompano Beach, FL; and eight grandchildren.

A Mass was held at St. Mary's Church of The Visitation on April 5. Memorial contributions may be made to Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405.

Bonnie Jo Pappas, who taught social studies at Manhasset High School for 28 years from 1967 to 1995, died of a massive stroke in the arms of her husband, Paul, in Longwood, FL, on March 1, 2002. Mrs. Pappas held both a BA and MA degree from Florida State University and was an avid FSU football fan. She was so devoted to Seminole football that she chose the FSU-Florida Gators football game over a retirement trip to London, Paris or Rome. While at FSU she was voted Miss Florida State in 1961 and was a Phi Beta Kappa. Mrs. Pappas taught more than 4,000 students at Manhasset and was a beloved teacher, receiving the yearbook's dedication in 1993. Her husband, Paul, also a retired Manhasset educator, her son, Michael, of Columbus, OH, and an army of former students survive her.

Matthew P. Dwyer of Manhasset died on April 5, 2002. Mr. Dwyer served in General Patton's Infantry in the US Army in World War II in service during the Battle of the Bulge. He is survived by his wife, Frances; children Matthew P. Jr., James, Marie, Frances and Catherine; and by seven grandchildren. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Fairchild Funeral Chapel in Manhasset. A funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Mary's R. C. Church in Manhasset on Tuesday, April 9, followed by interment at Holy Rood Cemetery in Westbury. Donations in his name may be made to the College of the Holy Cross, 1 College Street, Worcester, MA 016001, or to St. Francis Breadline at St. Francis of Assisi Church National Shrine of St. Anthony, 135 W. 35 St., NY, NY 10001.