Obituary - Arthur Goldberg

Legendary Village Justice Served East Hills for 38 Years

One of the most remarkable figures in the history of East Hills politics has passed away.

Judge Arthur Goldberg, who served an amazing 38 years as Justice of the Village of East Hills, died on Friday, April 9.

Obituary - Ruth J. Brown

Ruth J. Brown, a former guidance counselor in the Roslyn Public Schools, teacher’s union representative, local columnist and political activist, died Feb. 22, 2010 in Manhattan. She was 84.

Born in 1925, Brown was the daughter of William Z. and Dora M. Spiegelman, and was raised in Brooklyn. She taught in the New York City public schools for ten years. She was married to Leon Brown, an attorney.

Obituary - Beatrice Nasaw

Memorial Service This Saturday at Bryant Library

Beatrice Nasaw, a longtime Roslyn resident, died on January 17 in Glen Cove Hospital at the age of 92.  “Bea,” as she was called, was known to generations of school children in Roslyn where she taught fifth and sixth grades for over a quarter of a century.

Obituary - Alex Eliassof

On Jan. 28 2010, Alex Eliassof, an original founding member of A & D Offset Printers, Ltd., which opened in the early ‘80s, passed away. Coincidentally, it was on his 89th birthday.

Obituary - James J. Harnett

James J. Harnett, Family & Children’s Association CEO, Dies at 63

Known as the ultimate caregiver, Mr. Harnett shepherded the care of thousands of Long Islanders in his role as president/CEO of Family & Children’s Association, a human care agency serving Long Island’s neediest population. Mr. Harnett passed away unexpectedly on Jan. 23, 2010.

Obituary - Alice Maloney, Longtime Roslyn Resident, Dies at 100

Last Sunday, Jan. 17 marked the passing of a true Roslyn patriot. Alice F. Maloney, who celebrated her centennial last year, died at her home in Roslyn Heights.

As readers of The Roslyn News may recall, Alice’s 100th birthday was marked by a party last Aug. 22 at Garden Cleaners, which was also celebrating its own 50th anniversary.

Obituary - Dave Mock

Westbury Loses Beloved ‘Voice’

Memorial Service for Dave Mock January 9

Westbury native Damon “Dave” Mock who, for more than two decades, was best known as the  “voice” of the Green Dragons, passed away suddenly Dec. 26 from a heart attack. Mr. Mock, who had suffered a mild stroke in September 2009 that hindered his ability to communicate, was just 41 years old.

Obituary - Dr. Murray Postal

Dr. Murray Postal, known as “a man for all seasons,” died at his home in Delray Beach, FL, on Dec. 2, 2009. He was 89 years old.

Obituary - Robert Schwartz

Robert Schwartz, of Roslyn Estates, died on Nov. 3, 2009. Husband of Joyce Lewin and the late Rita. Loving grandfather and great-grandfather.

Obituary - Dorothy E. Underwood

Dorothy E. Underwood of Roslyn Heights, died on Oct. 24, 2009 at age 91. Wife of the late John. Mother of Stephen (Susan), Cynthia (Tom McGuire) of Oyster Bay and the late John Jr. (Michele). Sister of Georgia Meyer. Grandmother of Stephanie (Lou) and Megan. Great-grandfather of Ian. Service and interment held privately. Arrangements made by Dodge-Thomas Funeral Home, Glen Cove. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice.