Barbara Josephine Dalton

Barbara Josephine Dalton was born April 14, 1937 in Glen Cove. She was preceded in death by her parents, Stanley and Sabina Yakacki of Port Washington. She lived and attended school in Port Washington. For five years she worked as a communications supervisor with New York Bell in Manhasset. She then married Ernest J. Dalton and they were married for 48 years. Barbara is survived by her husband Ernest; children, Brett, Darren, Shawn and Kimberly Townsend; and four grandchildren.

Barbara loved her hobbies: crafts, bowling, camping, cooking and taking care of injured birds and other animals. She was known as the "Bird Lady of Latigo Drive." Children in the neighborhood and tree trimmers would bring her orphaned birds for her to care for.

A memorial service was held at the Marbach Christian Church on Aug. 23. Her final resting place will be at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial funds have been established in Barbara's name at the American Cancer Society and the Bexar County Humane Society. Barbara's family would like to thank everyone for the support they have given in this time of need.

George A. Lazare Jr., 60, of Mamaroneck, died suddenly on Aug. 18, 2006. George is survived by his longtime partner, Patti Tadershuk; his sons, George (Jory) Payne, Brinton Payne; and his grandson, Pearson. He is also survived by his sister, Deandrea (Deedee) and Brian McCabe and many nieces and nephews.

George lived in Port Washington for many years before moving to Mamaroneck. He graduated from Schreiber High School in 1964. He loved to sail and was a past Commodore of the Orienta Yacht Club in Mamaroneck. He was also a member of the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors.

Donations in his memory may be made to the Orienta Yacht Club, 325 E. Boston Post Rd., Mamaroneck, NY, 10543.