Gerald M. Higgins, of Mineola, died on June 11, 2001. He was a retired detective with NCPD. Husband of Irene. Father of Ellen Carroll (James), Janie Bodo (Robert), Kayti Wong (Stanley), Maryanne Coppinger (Thomas), Elizabeth Sanator (Michael), Tara Wescott (Gary), Thomas (Vivian) and Patrick (Diane) Higgins. Brother of two sisters. Grandfather of 23. Arrangements were made by the Cassidy Funeral Home, Mineola. Funeral Mass at St. Aidan's RC Church. Interment LI National Cemetery. Michael DeNicola, of Mineola, died on June 17, 2001. Husband of Laura. Father of Michael D. and Anthony. Grandfather of six. Great-grandfather of 12. Arrangements were made by the New Hyde Park Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Hedwig's RC Church. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery.