The R-UTN website recently posted notice of the recent passing of Marilyn Fishstein, Ed Sorensen and Carmel Bodnar, Visit the In Memoriam page to read fond memories shared by former colleagues.
Member News
Sad News …
Carmel Bodnar, retired 2nd Grade Dickinson Avenue teacher, passed away peacefully at home on Thanksgiving, Nov. 24. Her funeral mass was at Our Lady of the Isle Church, Shelter Island, NY on December 2. She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years this past July. Sympathy cards may be sent to her daughter: Sharon Bodnar 2072 Laurel Ridge Drive, Jefferson Hills, PA. 15025.
Donations in her memory can be sent to the Nature Conservancy. Carmel and her husband Harry spent many hours volunteering at Mashomack Preserve on Shelter Island, which is part of the Nature Conservancy. They both had a strong passion for preserving our environment, a passion shared by their family. Carmel is survived by her daughter Sharon, sons David and Raymond and five grandchildren.
Sad News …
Ed Sorensen, librarian at Northport Junior High, passed away on October 10th. A service was not held on LongIsland. If you wish to send condolences to his wife Helen the address is 1259 Seton Place, Charleston, SC 29407.
Sad News …
A longtime teacher aide at East Northport Middle School , Janet McKenna, has passed away. We extend our deepest sympathy to her beloved husband, children and grandchildren.
Arrangements:
Friday, November 25th, 2:00 – 4:00pm and 7:00 – 9:00 pme
Brueggmann Funeral Home
522 Larkfield Road
East Northport, NY
Sad News …
Sad to inform you that R-UTN member Mary O’Donnell’s son Kenny, age 47, died in Pennsylvania last month. His funeral was held at St. Anthony’s in East Northport. There was no wake. Kenny had a history of heart problems and died from a massive heart attack.