Monday, April 23, 2012
The Hampton Bays Scouting and religious communities are mourning the loss of a resident who, they say, devoted her life to helping others.
Hampton Bays resident Paula Desel, 82, who died on Friday, April 20, touched scores of young lives through her dedication to the community. Affectionately known as “Miss Paula,” Desel was a beloved part of the fabric of Boy Scout Troop 483 in Hampton Bays, serving as a longtime committee member, merit badge counselor and religious emblem counselor. She also ran the altar service program at St. Rosalie’s R.C. Church for many years. “Paula was one of the most caring and giving people I know,” said former Boy Scout Troop 483 committee member Peggy Squires. “She was always giving of herself and worked tirelessly for the kids, especially the Scouts. There are many Eagle Scouts who have Paula to thank for her help and guidance.” Squires said her…
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
The iconic church's late pastor, who died last weekend, will be laid to rest on Friday.
Suzanne Marchisella nearly cried. But the secretary at Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Roman Catholic Church took a deep breath and laughed instead. Rev. Monsignor Edmond J. Trench, the revered former leader of the church, wouldn't have had it any other way. "I can't cry. He was full of joy," said Marchisella, who has worked at the church since Monsignor Trench hired her in 1989. "He embraced everyone. Anyone who needed to talk to him could talk to him." So the outpouring of emotion after he died Saturday at Southampton Hospital comes as no surprise to Marchisella, whose phone at the rectory has been ringing nearly non-stop. In fact, for a brief time, she changed her voicemail to include information about his wake and funeral times. Even …
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Monday, January 30, 2012
Visitation is Wednesday at O'Connell Funeral Home in Southampton and a memorial service is set for Thursday at New Moon Cafe in East Quogue.
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Monday, January 30
Southampton resident Michael Lenahan, the owner of Treescapes Tree Specialist, died suddenly Saturday. Born Feb. 17, 1967, he was 44. "Michael was well known and respected throughout the community," his family said. "His love of nature was reflected in the beautiful woodworking creations and care of the trees he nurtured." Lenahan is survived by his wife, Stacy Campsey Lenahan, and children Brenden, Tyler, Colby and Riley. The son of Wilaret and Frank Lenahan and brother of Butch, Bill, Kelli Normoyle, Patrick, Dan and the late John Lenahan, Lenahan is uncle to 12 nieces and nephews, Bill, Aubrey, Liam, Shannon, Vance, Shane, Lily, Trinny, Travis, Paige, Sadie and Austin. Visitation is Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at O'…
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Wednesday, January 4, 2012
A funeral was held for Father Dan Harris on Tuesday.
Just prior to responding to an emergency call where an 80-year-old man plunged his car into the Shinnecock Canal, the Hampton Bays Fire Department laid one of their own to rest. A funeral for the Rev. Daniel Harris, who passed away on Dec. 29 at the age of 69 after an illness, was held on Tuesday afternoon at Saint Mark's Church, according to the Hampton Bays Fire Department Facebook page. A post written by the Rev. John G. Fleischmann said that Father Harris served as a fire chaplain since 1973 for a number of fire companies, including The Weymouth Fire Department in Massachusetts, the Fire Chief’s Association of Massachusetts, the New England Fire Chief’s Association, and the Massachusetts Corps of Fire Chaplains. He recently served as …
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
No funeral or memorial services will be held.
Dorothee Miller, 78, of Quogue passed away on Dec. 20 after a five-week battle with cirrhosis of the liver. Miller, according to an obituary published by The New York Times, worked as a part-time fashion and television model for the Harry Conover Agency and Pendleton. She grew up in Richmond Hill, NY and attended Jamaica High School and received two Associate Degrees from Queen's College. Miller, is survived by her sister, brother-in-law, her two sons, and two daughter-in-laws and six grandchildren. The New York Times reports that Miller wished not to have a funeral or memorial service. Her cremains will be scattered across the Long Island Sound. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Betty Ford Legacy Fund in memory of Dorothee …
Sunday, January 1, 2012
A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Jan. 4.
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Sunday, January 1
Edwin G. Follett, 81, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, formerly of Westhampton Beach, NY, passed away on December 29, 2011. He was the owner of Follett Funeral Home for 35 years. He was a member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church and served as treasurer for several years and on the Vestry. Mr. Follett was also Treasurer of the Westhampton Beach Free Library for 31 years, a member of the Westhampton Rotary and a volunteer ambulance driver. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dorothy; daughters, Pamela Follett of Windermere, FL and Jeanne Steele (Timothy) of Cutchogue, NY; son, Edwin, Jr. (Sharon) of Brooklyn, NY; and two grandchildren, James and Adam Steele. Visiting hours will be from 7:00 to 9:00 pm Tuesday, Jan 3 and the funeral service …
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Andrew Geller was 87 years old.
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Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Architect Andrew Geller, known to the Hamptons for his cube and diamond-shaped homes, rising out of the dunes of beach communities from Montauk to Fire Island, died on Sunday in Syracuse, The New York Times reports. Among Geller's credits are the Square Brassiere, built in Westhampton Beach in 1959; the Reclining Picasso, built in 1966 in Amagansett; and the Betty Reese House, a 1955 A-frame home in Sagaponack. His grandson, Jake Gorst, is working on preserving Geller's life work.
Monday, December 12, 2011
A wake for Bass will be held on Friday with a mass to follow on Saturday.
Juliet "Jukie" Case Bass, who was born in Hampton Bays on Aug 13 1926, died in Deerfield, FL on Dec 12, 2011. Bass was a member of American Legion Post 924 Hampton Bays. She was a wonderful loving woman who cherished her family that included three sons, ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A wake will be held at the J. Ronald Scott Funeral Home in Hampton Bays on Friday, Dec. 16 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at St. Rosalie's RC Church in Hampton Bays on Saturday, Dec 17 at 10:30 am. Burial to follow.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
An East Hampton resident, "Pop the Cop" had a career that spanned 32 years.
Paul Craig Jones, whose family said he was the first African-American officer to serve in the Southampton Town Police Department, died at the Northport VA Medical Center on Nov. 9. He was 63, and while he had been hospitalized a short time, he had a lengthy illness, according to his family. Jones, who lived in East Hampton, was known to many as "Pop" or "Pop the Cop." His career in law enforcement spanned over 32 years, including 24 years of service as an officer, starting in the 1970s, and some years as a part-time security sergeant at Southampton College. "Pop loved what he did and took great pride in serving the public — always with his famous smile," his family said. "He was a dedicated man who took his assignments seriously whether he…
Monday, October 31, 2011
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Elizabeth Hughes
7:21 pm on Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Paula, You have made such an impact on so many people's lives, mine included. You have been both a mentor and friend. I admire your kindness and selfless nature. I was truly blessed to have had you in my life. You will be deeply missed by many. Until we meet again. Elizabeth more ›