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Robert Edward Gleason Wesley: 1943 - 2010
ROBERT EDWARD WESLEY, 66, of Eggleston Drive, Dannemora, N.Y., Died Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010, at the CVPH Medical Center. He was born in Rockville Center, N.Y., Dec. 9, 1943, the son of Edward J. Gleason Jr. and Florence ( Elizabeth ) Phillips. Calling hours were Sunday, Feb. 14, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Brown Funeral Home, 29 Broad St., Plattsburgh, N.Y. A funeral service followed at 4 p.m.
It is with a most selfish sadness that I must report on the passing of Robert Gleason Wesley. However, I take great comfort knowing he is no longer suffering on this earth. Knowing Bob's religious beliefs, he will be with us always.
Were it not for Bob Wesley and Bob Casale ( Buffalo Bob), our Newsletter would not be what it is today. When Bob Wesley developed our Web Site, we were off and running. Bob provided the tools that permitted an evolution from a simple email newsletter into a viable website.
No matter what his health or problems were, Bob could gladden your heart with his terrific sense of humor. He put up with my propensity towards Lucille Ball and gave me the nickname 'Loocey', his patience was unwavering. His devotion to the Newsletter was true.
His 'Geek' column provided some helpful insight into the workings of a computer and gave us 'Geeks' the ability to act as computer pros. Several notes from former alumni who had 'personal' problems fixed because of Bob's 'personal' touch went unnoticed. Why??? Because Bob never looked for an attaboy. He took great pride in helping others, and that trait is part of his legacy.
I will greatly miss our weekly talks and our daily e-mails. Bob Wesley, a gentleman and a gentle man.
Love,
Loocey (Linda Piccerelli Hayden '60)
Dear Heather,
I hope you will accept my condolences and prayers at the passing of your father this past week. I thought you might like to hear how I had a unique and lovely experience when meeting your father in 1980. I believe, totally, it was some kind of out of this world intervention.
My soon-to-be husband and I lived in the Plattsburgh, NY area in 1979-80 and were getting ready to be married in July of 1980. Like most young couples at that time, we were trying to decide if a DJ or a live band would be the best bet for us. We loved music and we loved to dance and we really wanted the interaction of a live band. So we did some hunting, asked around, and The Bob Wesley Trio was recommended to us by our caterer, the Officer's Club on Plattsburgh Air Force Base (closed by BRAC back in the early 2000s).
My parents, my husband and I met with Bob at the venue and we chatted; I liked him and his personality right away, and we decided, on the spot, that Bob would be our entertainment provider. As we chatted, we learned that not only was Bob a transplant to the ' North Country ' as we were, but that he had actually attended my high school AND had been a classmate of my eldest brother, Jim Thompson (HHS '61). I knew, more than ever, that Bob had been the right choice! J
The wedding reception was spectacular; Bob and his group couldn't have been better or more suited to us and to our guests. His humor, his talent and his professionalism added SO much to our special day! And, as an added bonus, my brother was an usher in the wedding party and had a chance to visit with Bob as well.
Over the years we would see him periodically around Plattsburgh, such as when sailing on the Juniper dinner cruises, but it was his part in making my wedding day the best party my husband and I have ever attended -- even to this day, nearly 30 years later! -- for which I remember him most.
I know I am not alone in expressing my gratitude that your father touched my life in such a memorable way. I wish you and your family peace and gratitude for sharing him with us.
Pat Thompson-Dumas (Hicksville High School Class of 1975)
Red Lion, PA
Heather
We are very sad to hear of your fathers passing. Our condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Ray and Beth Bianco (59)
Heather
I'm very sorry to hear this. We all know that Bob gave a lot of himself to the newsletter. He will be missed by all and we pray for his peace in heaven.
Joe Carfora (62)
Heather
I am very sorry to learn this news. Please provide an email address or mailing address. Others will want to know.
Joan Komar Langlois (61)
Heather
I am very sad to hear about Bob! When we heard he was going to a nursing home, and wouldn't be going home again, was not a good sign. While I did talk to him on the phone, most of our communication was through emails. He was a really nice guy and will be missed greatly!
BoB Gillette (HixNews editor)
Heather
I am saddened by the loss of, yet, another Hicksville grad and although I didn't know him, it seems that we are all getting up in years and I don't know when it happened. It just seemed to happen without me realizing it..
Blessings to all who share his loss,
Rochelle Riservato (67)
Heather
I am so very sorry to hear about Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
his friend!
Love,
Joan Sabatella Plock (61)
Heather
Sorry to hear this--thought he was so much better. I appreciate your letting us know.
Bob is in my prayers. I tried to find his picture in our yearbook, but with no luck. Was he in the '60 yearbook?
Ann Samoray Brown (61)
Heather
I hope you get the message from Pat Dumas because it was a lovely tribute. I did not know your father but this was a very moving tribute. I'm sure he was a great man.
Kathy Dernoga (72)
Thank you Bob for letting us know about Bob Wesley's passing.
Please let the family know that I send my condolences. Bob was great in his super contributions to the Hicksville High School Newsletter. His Technical expertise in developing the Web format enhanced the presentation of the information each month. The Web Format has also made it easier of all of us to access the newsletter.
Bill Canham '61
Heather
Sorry to hear Bob died yesterday at the CVPH Medical Center here in Plattsburgh. It was nice to have a friend from Hicksville right here in the North Country. He will be missed. My condolences to the family.
Rich Calma (71)
Heather
I was so surprised to read of Bob's passing. Please extend my condolences and prayers to his daughter and family and friends.
Val Palmer Towsley '60
Hi, Bob.
I spoke to my brother, Jim Thompson (61), last night. He wanted to let you know that Hicksville High School Class of '61 was represented at Bob Wesley memorial service yesterday. He said it was a very lovely service, really, and he was glad to have been able to go.
Best,
Pat Thompson Dumas '75
I am remiss to say I didn't know Bob. From all that has been written so far, it is my loss. Could someone pass along a snapshot of what made up his life. I read the short obit in the Plattsburg paper but got no insight into the man and what made him unique. Just looking at his face below tells me much as to what he was made of. I would love to know more.
With all my condolences to his family and friends.
Mike Rosenwasser '61
Heather
I am truly sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I never met Bob, but I know he was a good friend to my sister Pat. He did take the time to contact me and my family when Pat passed away last year, even though Bob was in the hospital at the time. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed by many.
Frank Koziuk '67
Hicksville Vietnam War Era Memorial Project Update
Please see the Veteran's Section of this issue for the latest information on this project and what you can do to help it's success.
Thank you,
Joe Carfora, on behalf of the Project Team
Dear HixNews...
Thank you all so much for the birthday card! It's very appropriate as I was a Thespian at HHS from '62-'64.
Thanks again.
June (Fyfe) Gatten '64
Henry, did you get that picture of Hope Lambert yet? I had a death in the family and I'm just getting to my e-mails now. Let me know if you still need it.
Warmest Regards
Diana (D'Antuono) DePalma-Henne '69
Editor Note: we said no and Diana and Bill Henne came up with a shot'see below
Diana
So sorry to hear about the death in the family, Diana. Yes, I really need at least one picture of Hope. If you find more than one, that would be a bonus. Thanks.
love yah
buffalo bob casale
p.s. Also, if there is something you remember about Hope, please write a little blurb for the newsletter.
p.p.s....I also just noticed something while working on the power point presentation I am creating for those alumni who served their country in the military.
I noticed the name Ralph Henne on the wall at the junior high. Was he related to your husband???
Thanks
love yah
bob
Dear Joe
Thanks so much for the info regarding the meeting about the Veterans Administration and its benefits that is scheduled for January 21st at the VFW Hall in Hicksville. Unfortunately I will be unable to attend but I think I would not benefit from attendance.
We have an excellent V.A. hospital in Richmond and I have been receiving a high level of care there for over thirty years since retiring to Richmond to be close to two adult daughters.
Also, with respect to other benefits, I have remained informed over the years and am receiving entitlements. However I would welcome a copy of any after action report that you might publish and request a copy be mailed or e-mailed. The event you are planning to hold sounds like an excellent idea and parallels similar activities that are promoted by nearby Ft. Lee at least once each year.
On another subject, I have been searching for a photo that I could send you but haven't found one yet, an unexplainable reason after 31+ years of military service. We still haven't found several books of photos after our 3-years-ago move to the current address. I'm sure the photo books are in the attic with all the other "stuff" we don't refer to very often. Will keep looking.
Give my regards to Broadway. We haven't been back for many years but old places like Guckenberger's Ice cream shop, the bakery, the movie theatre, HHS and the sports programs including the Hicksville Town Team, are never far removed from Sonya's and my memories.
God's peace
Fred Fluckiger '37
Thank you for the birthday greetings. It was truly appreciated. Also, thanks for the great job you do with the newsletter. Read it cover to cover every month. Keep up the good work.
Terry (Ferrin) White (1954)
Bob, could you help the class of 1960 out with something.... in the next HixNewsletter would you be able to feature our upcoming 50th reunion. We noticed that the 35th is on front page again when their reunion is not until July and not ours, which is in early June, has not been featured. We are trying to get the word out so we can have good attendance.
Let me know what I can do to get us featured. Thanks, Bob.
Kathy McDonald Corey '60
Kathy
I don't recall getting any information about your reunion. Date, time, where etc. Will gladly put a note on the main page. Just give us some particulars.
love yah
bob
Note back from Kathy'
Thanks, Bob - either Maddy or I will get back to you.
Kathy
Dear HixNews
Has anyone heard from Gary Bleck, Arlene Gertzen, Phil Gomez, Barry Simmons, Marty Shulman, Neil Lensky, Howard Goldstein, Arnie Hecht or Joe Green?
Gary Bleck 
Arlene Gertzen 
Phil Gomez 
Barry Simmons 
Marty Shulman 
Neil Lensky 
Howie Goldstein 
Arnold Hecht 
Joe GreenThanks
Jack Gould '60
Kurt
Did you receive this one?
Kathy Koziuk Hannaman '60
Kathy
I talk to Joe green as he is also a radio amateur enthusiast.
Kurt Stietz '60
Dear HixNews...
Just thought I would let you know that Joe Green has been located.
Kathy H
Editor Note: see an exchange between Henry and Joe further down in the notes'
Bob,
I'm glad to hear that Joe Green has been found. I think the idea is to get him to subscribe to HixClass60, so that he can participate in the Class-of-1960 50th-Year Reunion. He and others who may have been located should send an email to:
Alternatively, if they can't manage that, they can send an email to me and I will subscribe them myself. My email address is
HixClass60 is the gathering point of all the alumni from the HHS Class of 1960, just as HixNews and HixNews2 are the gathering points for all alumni and friends of HHS, regardless of their year of graduation.
Best, Henry
Regretfully Neil Lensky died about 10years ago. He lived across the street from me and was a great friend. Gary Bleck, as of 6 months ago, still lived in the same house from High School.
Mitch Egan
Roy Hannaman, me, Kathy (Frank's wife) and Frank KoziukThought you might like to see a picture of Frank Koziuk (class of 1967), my brother, and me, Kathy Koziuk (class of 1960). We got together when he came to Florida on vacation. We met at the Blackwell Inn in Astor, FL. The picture is (left to right) my husband, Roy Hannaman, me, Kathy (Frank's wife) and Frank.
We hadn't seen each other for about 6 years so it was a nice visit.
Kathy Hannaman
Hi guys,
Just a quick note to thank you for the beautiful Anniversary card.
Unfortunately, my other news is sad as I don't see Judy Richards on the deceased list.
Judy Richards
We were friends for many. many years and she is truly missed. Keep up the good work,
Ann (Carmody) Burley
Hi,
Would appreciate it if you could supply the email address for Tom Haller or contact him for me. My mom recently passed away and he posted a message on Newsday's obit website. He was our next-door neighbor when we were growing up. I believe he's in Vero Beach, Florida. It's been about "a hundred" years since I saw him. Thanks.
Gail (Cluxton) Sneyd '63
Dear Tom,
Gail (Cluxton) Sneyd would like to get in touch with you. Her email request is attached, below.
Best, Henry, HixNews Editors
Gail
I have forwarded your request to Tom.
Best, Henry
Hi
We are contemplating a 60th HHS Reunion for the graduating class of 1950. As in the subject area, we would like to include 2 yrs. prior & 2 yrs. after. How many people would be willing to come to Hicksville in October (preferably around Oct. 16????
Grace (Callejas) Marie (Calandrillo) and Dorothy (Kunz) Drago are willing to plan this event at the Knights of Columbus in Hicksville. We will utilize Reunions of America to help us with this interesting project.
Please get back to either Grace or me. Grace's email is:
A response would be appreciated ASAP.
Thank you.
Dorothy Drago '50
B
Hope Lambertob...
Diana (DiPalma), my wife, asked me to respond to your request. First of all, attached please find a picture of Hope Lambert from our yearbook.
With regard to your question about Ralph Henne..... my father had a cousin named Ralph. When I met him (Uncle Ralph), he lived with his wife and two children in Farmingdale. They later moved to Bayville. My father also had an aunt and uncle who lived here in Hicksville. Ralph may have been their child, however I am not positive. Let us know if you need anything else.
Bill Henne, Jr. '69
Ruth Ellen RogersDear Editors
In the Woodland Ave Grade 5-2 picture 1960, I recognize someone. The blonde girl wearing a checkered jacket seated in the back (in front of the boy standing with the black tie.) Her name is Ruth Ellen Rogers. Ruth graduated in 1967.
She passed away about 15 yrs ago due to breast cancer.
Donna Lombardi LaFramboise '66
Bob
Oh, wow. Mr. Naso looks great. 90! How wonderful to see him again, even if it is just a photo.
Katie Kennedy '62
Dear Editors
Would you add this note to the newsletters next issue? I love the old class photos from elementary schools. If you still have your old photos and access to a scanner, please scan them into your computer and forward them to the Hix Newsletter. There are probably many classmates whose class photos have been lost over the years and would love to see them again in the newsletter. I have put all of mine in photo albums on Classmates.com for the schools that I attended. If anyone has a class photo from Old country road school, 4th grade, 1958, Mr. St. John- Teacher, please scan it and send it to the newsletter. I am missing that one from my own collection.
Thanks,
Bill Hackmack '66
Denny shown here with Artie RomeoDear Editors,
Thanks for the latest HixNews. This was the first time I've seen Artie Romeo's name in the news. It was good to see and timely because while going through a box of old pictures recently I came across the attached one of Artie and me taken just before a HHS concert. We both played the double-bass.
Denny Tillman '60
Dear HixNews,
Back in the late sixties I worked at the Madison Avenue advertising agency, Young & Rubicam (Y&R), for four years as staff photographer. It was like another college education and many of us who worked together then consider ourselves "Alumni" of this great institution.
For the past 25 years I have been the organizer of an annual Holiday Luncheon just before Christmas. At first it was 8 - 12 of us meeting at a pizza joint for camaraderie and some laughs. Through word of mouth over the years my guest list has grown to 157 people, 104 of whom attended our most recent affair. People travel from far and wide, this year quite a few from California, one from Hong Kong, one from England, others from Aspen, Santa Fe and lots of other places. Last year we were 76, the year before 36, and so on. It's been an explosion of people connecting joyfully.
These are the real "Mad Men and Women" of Madison AvenueEvery year, too, I've taken a group photograph before everyone left. This year's was a real challenge. The attached picture is made up of eight different exposures I combined in the computer along with several other separate images of people from 2 separate passes of the group.
I've known these talented people since 1967 and quite a few of us stay in touch almost daily. It's quite amazing.
Denny Tillman '60
Good morning,
I have signed on to receive the HixNews. I am a graduate of HHS class of 61 I would like to be included on the list of current subscribers. Don't know if you need any other information. I currently live in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Thank you.
Regards,
Elaine Krauss O'Neil
Hi Elaine,
I have added your information to our HixNews data base, including the list of names of Newsletter subscribers. The reason you weren't on the list before is that you probably subscribed yourself to HixNews, without informing the editors. That's OK, of course, if you wanted to simply subscribe to the Newsletter announcements, but the editors wouldn't know that you had done so, until now. In any case, thanx for letting us know that you are on board. I have assumed that your maiden name is Krauss; you wrote your name differently
in the body of your email and in your signature. Let me know if I have made the wrong assumption. Welcome aboard.
Best, Henry
Henry,
Thank you for your message and getting me on board with HixNews. Yes I did in fact subscribe myself so that's why I wasn't included. You are correct assuming my maiden name was Krauss, married name ONeil. I look forward to finding out what's going on in my hometown and with my classmates of 1961. I have already reconnected with a few and look forward to continuing that process. I currently live in N.J., but N.Y. is always in my heart. Thank you again and I look forward to catching up on all the Hicksville News there is to be had.
Regards,
Elaine
Thanks for the birthday card...it brought a big smile to my face and to the faces of everyone who shared it with me.
If you went through the Hicksville school system, you should know the name Joe Scalia. Not only is he an accomplished and published author, but as an inspiration to people everywhere. I first met him as my 7th grade English teacher (remember track's one, two and three?) He treated his students like they were young adults, knew how and when to crack a joke or tell a great story. Most of all, he was a voice of the times, late 60's and early 70's. He encouraged us to speak out and voice an opinion, to get involved and to be as good a student as we could be. To this day, Joe communicates with his students who are now his friends. Lets put this man into the Hicksville Newsletter Hall of Fame. All readers of the great Hix Newsletter, lets get Joe Scalia into the Hall of Fame!!!!
Bob Goldmacher '73
Dear HixNews
Thanks so much for the lovely birthday card.
Judy Tremel Wyatt '65
Grand Floridian Estate Realty, Boca Raton, Florida www.Judywyatt.com
Bob, I need help in doing the following:
- How to put who I am looking for on the list of People Looking for People.
- We are still looking for about 80 people from our class.
- Writing a note that gets posted on The Newsletter section.
Please advise - thanks -
Kathy McDonald Corey '60
Send a note to Henry and ask his opinion on the best way to represent the list.
love yah
bob
Send me the list of people you are looking for, Kathy. I'll organize the list and post it to HixNews and HixClass60.
Best, Henry
Dear Alumni and Friends of Hicksville High:
The reunion organizers for the Class of 1960 are trying to locate some of their classmates. The list of those who are missing is available at the following link: Missing Alumni from HHS Class of 1960. Please take a look at that list of missing alumni when you get a chance. If you know the whereabouts of anyone on the list, please contact the reunion organizers:
- Maddy Frischman Leibowitz:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - Kathy McDonald Corey:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - Manager of HixClass60:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Best, Henry
Manager of HixClass60
Henry Lichtenstein
hl98.blogspot.com
Hey, Bob:
When I saw a note from Pat's sister, I checked to see if my sister is listed on the In Memoriam listing...she is not. Her name is Carole (Goettelmann) Cocheo, Class of 1954. Carole died January 22, 2003. Could you please add her name?
Thanks.
Jeanne
Done....
Roger
Dear HixNews
Thank you so much for the birthday card. This was really cute and thoughtful. The gang at Hix news is doing a great job. I enjoy the info I get down here in Georgia.
Anne (Kappel) Byrne
Anne
Are you related to Billy Kappel??? Bill and I have been friends for years. And where do you live in Georgia? I'm in Augusta.
Warm Regards
Buffalo Bob Casale
Billy is my brother and is living in in Acworth, Georgia. I will fwd this to his wifes e-mail if you like. I don't think he has an individual e-mail but he may and I just don't have it. I see him very often. What a small world. I think there are a number of Hix transplants down here. I am going to try and make the Feb 20th alumni gathering in Hicksville.
Annie 
Yes, please forward to Bill.
Your dad, Dad's brother Frank and a Bob Stanley bowled together in the Woodbury Bowling League. I think their team was called 'Hudson Carpet.' I had a trucking business, Gabrielsen Trucking with my brother in law, Otto, and made carpet deliveries to them at Hudson Carpet in the Bronx. My main account was Consolidated Carpet in Long Island City. I remember when dad passed away, stopped at a light. And I Frank's wake and it was held near the Throgs Neck Bridge in the Bronx. So many years ago. And when Bob died, that was the pits.
Warm Regards
Buffalo Bob
Wow blasts from the past.
I clearly remember Consolidated and the years when my Dad his brother Frank and Bob bowled together I agree that Bob's death was very painful for the family. I know my brothers friend named Otto...is he the same Otto that is your brother in law? Did you know Tommy Helmrich also? I will send this on to Bill through Lynne.
Annie
Dawn, my daughter, Kathy (Otto's wife) and my granddaughter, SarahYes, it's that Otto. Tommy and Otto were best friends. It's so sad that Tommy passed. He was one helluva guy.
Otto and Katie on the beachOne night, Otto and I were making a late delivery in Rockland County. We had the van so loaded with carpet and padding that I was crouched on the floor where the passenger seat was before we had to take it out to get the stuff in. We had a blowout at 65 miles per hour at the Rockland County end of the Tappan Zee Bridge. To this day I have no idea why we didn't flip over or crash. The tire was shredded and Otto was driving on the rim. It was probably around 5pm or so and a big rainstorm was beginning. Thunder. Lightning. Scary. We sat in the van during the storm, praying. We had no spare. Called Kathy (Saurer) Otto's wife, and she had to call Tommy Helmrich who went to his gas station and gave our spare to Kathy. Then Kathy picked up Joyce (my wife) and the two of them drove up and gave us the tire. We still had to make the delivery and that was about midnight, I think. We even stopped off and had a cup of coffee and something to eat. Why not? These photos were taken at Otto and Katie's remarriage in Bayville back in 2008.
Warm Regards
Bob
Hi Bob,
I'm almost positive that Tom Doherty was at the multi-year reunion 3 years ago held in Westbury. If you have contact info for him could you let me know what it is so I can pass it on to Reunions-Unlimited who are organizing the 50th for the class of 1960. Thanks.
Jack Gould '60
Editor Note: We sent Tom's email address to Jack
Rosemary KrabblerHi
My brother in law is Steve Ruggiero (I forwarded the email to him). Rosemary Krabbler Berger passed away a year or two.
Good Luck finding all others. Also my cousin, Mary Romano Williams, passed away 5+ years ago (cancer). She would have been 63 years old this year (Romano was her maiden name). Not sure of her graduating class. You may want to make a notation of her passing.
Thanks...
Linda A. Ruggiero
p.s. Also, the last I heard was Howard Schack lives in Suffolk County (I know his wife passed away a few years ago)
Hey Henry, in your tabulation of where HHS alumni are living, you forgot me, here in London, England! Hope to see lots of you at the reunion in June, am flying in with my husband, Neil. I think we should all have a beach party at Jones Beach on day 2 of the reunion!! I enjoyed the newsletter as usual. Thanks to the editorial team,
Lois Chaber '60
Editor Note: I didn't forget you, Lois. I tabulated you and John Fyfe (1954) as our 2 HHS alumni in London.
Best, Henry
- 2 Alaska
- 2 Alabama
- 2 Arkansas
- 2 Hawaii
- 2 Idaho
- 2 Kansas
- 2 London
- 2 Vermont
- 2 Wisconsin
London is listed right there, between Kansas and Vermont.
Best, Henry
Hello Henry,
Nice to hear from you, even indirectly. Thanks for adding me to the HixClass60 group list. In the past I've gotten occasional notices from the HHS alumni group in general. I attended an all-class reunion about ten years ago at the Huntington Town House. (Editor note: the reunion was September of 2000 and about 1,850 former students attended). But, by and large, have had little contact with most of the class members.
One significant exception is Kurt Stietz, who's also a ham radio operator, so we do talk occasionally. I have to thank Kurt for providing my contact information to Jack Gould. Another exception is Ivars Bemberis and his wife Jeanette Arnold. We see them both on occasional trips to the DC area. I assume you already have their information, since they don't appear on the list of the missing.
Unfortunately, since you're in the Class of '59, I'm assuming you won't be at the '60 reunion, although I'm sure you'd be welcome. It'd be nice to see you again.
Hope all is going well for you in Durham and thanks for taking on the task of communications manager for the HHS groups - not a small job by any means.
Best regards,
Joe Green
Hi Joe,
Thank you for your friendly note. I don't actually have the info for the people you mentioned -- you can view all those who are currently subscribed to HixClass60 here. The so-called "missing" list is incomplete, and has had about a dozen errors corrected by me, so far.
I did attend my class's 50th last October. I doubt that I will be able to make it to yours this year. It would be nice to see some friends from the class of 1960...
I am copying our email exchange to the Newsletter editors, which most likely will make it to part of next month's Newsletter. If you prefer to keep this conversation private, however, let me know and I'll ask Buffalo Bob not to include it in the next Newsletter.
Best, Henry
Dear Henry
I received this email but do not show up as a member My name is Sandy Smith... maiden name
Sandra Klausing, class of 1964.
Dear Sandra,
When you subscribed yourself to HixNews Group you didn't notify the Newsletter Editors that you did so, which is why we weren't aware of it. We try to make it as easy as possible to subscribe, so of course, you are not obligated to notify us. But if you want to be listed with all the other members who are listed, you have to let us know who you are.
Now that you have done so, I have added your name to our data base of reader information. You will soon get a request from another one of our Editors about some additional (optional) information for our records, as part of our service to our many readers.
Best, Henry
I saw that Dr. Lowell Glatt passed away. I saw mention of his daughter Lainie however no contact information. I would love to drop her a line as our father's were good friends and retired to the same community in Florida.
Lisa Dorais Wissler
Hi Lainie,
Lisa Dorais Wissler wants to get in touch with you. Her email request is attached, below.
Best, Henry, HixNews Editors
Lisa
Your request has been forwarded to Lainie.
Best, Henry HixNews Editors
That card was lovely... Thank you! I actually spent my birthday up north with Jim (my brother who graduated in 1961) and my mother!
Best,
Pat Thompson Dumas (Class of 1975)
Belated happy New Year and all good wishes to our editorial staff and Alumnae. Love the new spreadsheet formats. Thank you Henry. Proud to say he is from my class,1959. Still smiling from our 50th reunion last October. Thank you editorial staff for the wonderful and thoughtful birthday card for Tony's and my mutual birthday on Jan 2.
Eileen Walter Toscano
Dear 1961 Alumni Save the date. April 11th at 3PM Place to be determined. Your fellow classmates are looking at places now.
Regards,
Dennis Naso
New Reader: Shari Notov Zimmermann, Class of 1974
Without going into extreme detail, the newsletter staff was attacked by a former student.
Basically, we were told our publication is worthless, very poorly presented, and the staff consists of individuals who have no idea what they are doing. The sad thing is the individual seemed to be an okay guy. However, the devil came out and we were the victims. The outpouring of support from our subscribers tends to assuage the ferocity of the attack.
Thanks to all for being there for us.
The Gang at the Hicksville Newsletter.
p.s. below are some comments from our alumni
Well, guys, this is a perfect example that from something bad comes something good. The attack on you and the team has evoked a strong support and appreciation for what you do. We have all appreciated it but most have not been verbal about it. See, what always happens, is out of something bad comes something good.
Kathy Corey '60
Hi Kathy,
Thank you for your vote of confidence; it is really appreciated. Once in a while we do encounter a guy like (name withheld). But that just makes me appreciate, all the more, people like yourself, Jack Gould, Maddy Leibowitz, Joe Carfora, and all the Editors I work with.
I have had a lot of experience interacting with people online, both in groups large and small, and with many individuals. It never ceases to amaze me how ridiculously some people behave when they interact with other people online. For some reason, people often lose their self-restraint when they are online, presumably thinking that what they write in an email can't come back and bite them in the butt. But it can; and it does.
A good rule of thumb is: Never write anything in an email that you wouldn't want to appear on a bulletin board that your friends, colleagues, and other people you interact with can see.
The really amazing thing about (Name withheld) is, I am not even sure he is a Hicksville High alumnus. He never provided his year of graduation to the Editors. So basically, he asked us to do him a favor, and then got irate because he didn't understand that the favor had been granted. For free, of course. All the Editors are volunteering their time and effort, and some of this stuff takes a not insignificant amount of time, I can assure you.
Best, Henry
p.s. we did find out subsequently that he was a graduate from the class of 1975.
Bob,
I didn't see it, but after I wrote to this guy Kathy McDonald Corey told me about it. Do you know who this guy is? As I'm sure you saw from what Henry wrote, Henry is not even sure he's a HHS graduate. I emailed my brother (class of '64) and asked if he knows him, but haven't heard back yet. This guy (name wittheld) is a piece of work; you have to wonder what his problem is.
Take care. And while we're emailing, thanks for all you do for this website. It's terrific.
Jack Gould '60
I just want to say thanks to all the contributors to hix news for their time and effort. I enjoy the updates and info I gather from the communication.
Annie Kappel Byrne
I also appreciate all the time and energy that is put into HixNews. Thanks,
Sandi Notov Katz '65
Another thank you to the Hix News.
It takes time and effort to produce and distribute the newsletter for the benefit of all HHS alumni. We appreciate you.
Carolyn Wood-Imbrie '63
Thanks to all, we appreciate your time and effort. There is always someone who complaints about something, who are the ones who do nothing for anyone else. Thanks again.
John Ostroski, Class of 1965-66
Just wanted to add to the many notes of appreciation for all your work and devotion. Thanks
Jan Yasen Lincoln '70
Having barely graduated, with no general improvement over time, I had to Google "knowledge":
- information in mind: general awareness or possession of information, facts, ideas, truths, or principles;
- specific information: clear awareness or explicit information, e.g. of a situation or fact
- all that can be known: all the information, facts, truths, and principles learned throughout time.
It would appear, then, that "useless knowledge" is an oxymoron, and this was just a lame attempt at humor. The website is great, and you're doing a great job!
Sandy Moos
Well said Sanford. Hixnews Editors and supporters, thanks for your unselfish hours of hard work.
Tom Larkin '64
Thanks for all of your efforts. I reconnected with my best friend in High School thanks to you folks.
You're the best.
Pat Thompson-Dumas (Class of '75)
Thanks, too, for all you do to keep us connected. I am so grateful to have this site to catch up with friends, pick up on the past and present happenings and reminisce, as well. You will see how many of us are so grateful for your efforts in behalf of many.
Myra (Giansante) Grist '60
Just want to add my "Thanks" to the entire staff at HixNews... Think you are all doing an "Awesome" job and appreciate your sacrifices...
Catch ya' later,
Mike Regan Class of '66
"GO COMETS...!!!"
Bob and fellow editors ( Jean,Linda Bob W,Roger,Henry, Bob G, and Walter)
I would like to personally thank you all for the jobs you do. It not easy keeping on top of things let alone publishing them as well as you all have done. The newsletter is top notch and a very good information source. For myself having moved away from Long Island in 1981, the newsletter is a nice way to keep up to date with my home town as well as its memories. My wife even commented on how good the news letter is, even if she is from Bethpage ( Class of 77) ha ha.
I have read the recent e-mails and just wanted to comment on the fact that, people like myself really do appreciate your efforts.
Thank You
John Ohrnberger class of 76
It's so nice that so many people are expressing their appreciation for the editors of HixNews.
You guys rock!!!
Donna Alu '64
There are not enough ways to say 'Thank You' to the many people who originated, and contribute their time and energy to our Hix newsletter.
Joan Komar Langlois ' 1961
Yesterday I met Charles Wallsheim Esq. (Charlie) at a superbowl party. He is the Director of Development of Project Healing Waters, fly fishing. They volunteer to help veterans in need. From the name you can see that they take vets fly fishing. Most likely they also teach as well. I felt his name and organization should get some PR for the work they do.
https://projecthealingwaters.org/
Carl Probst '59
Thank You so much for the Birthday Card. It is adorable.
Keep Smiling
Diane (Burke) McGinn
PS I found a few names and info on some old friends. Their names aren't on any of the lists for class of 60'. Who should I contact with info?
Thanks.
Dear HixNews'
I got this email today and it brought tears to my eyes...how very sad...a beloved landmark..GONE! The water tower at Jones Beach, gone??? How many times did the sight of that tower bring a cheer to our voices in the family car. I thought it might be something to put in the newsletter.
Doreen (Jakabek '65) Wittig
'Tis a shame.
What a BUMMER!!!!!!!!!
That water tower was a landmark that we all used to draw us to the beach. When I say draw us to the beach, I meant that was the catalyst to our directivity. We could see the tower from a distance, and, if we started drinking early, the tower was always there as a beacon to guide us in the proper direction.
Bob Wesley
Blessings to you, your family and all sentient beings.
Dear HixNews
I have a death notice to report. And it's a rather sad story about one of the Alumni from 1964. His name was Onifrio Chicco.
I knew him since we started out together in grade school at Dutch Lane. Over twenty years ago, and I think the year was 1985; I was working in the OR at Stony brook University Hospital. On the particular day I saw Onifrio. It was in the pre-op holding area where patients go prior to their surgery. He recognized me immediately and we began speaking about his procedure, etc. He was thrilled to see someone he knew prior to his "going under" anesthesia. His operation was for a brain tumor. I think during our conversation he may have also said he did time in Vietnam. He was very grateful that he was able to speak with someone he knew before going to surgery. I told him I would see him again a few days after his procedure and when he felt up to having company.
A few days later, at the end of my shift, I went to the floor to visit him and see how he was doing. The nurses at the desk told me he had passed away. He was only in his thirties. If anyone knows any more about his life prior to his illness, I would like to hear about it.
Maybe Jay Tranchina can check on his status of military duty.
Judy Marcus Shivers '64
Morning,
I know this gentleman's face and will look him up...just don't recall his name. I do recall Judy Marcus. I truly hate hearing about young folks who pass away.
Toni Grundon Martin ('64)
Dear HixNews
I have a vague recollection of "Chico" from HHS. I remember he was friendly in those days with my cousin Volkert (FRED) Fruedden. I think I remember Fred saying Chico was going into the service shortly after high school.
To the best of my knowledge, Fred returned to the Hicksville area after his Navy days but I do not remember him mentioning Chico to me again.
Fred passed away a couple years ago, shortly after being diagnosed with cancer.
Charlie and Charla Henningsen '64
Charlie...
Thanks for the info. Was Fred a graduate of Hicksville High? If so, what class??? Thanks.
Regards,
Buffalo Bob Casale
Fred FrueddenBob
1964, we had graduated in the same class. Fred was raised in Germany and came to Hicksville in 1962.
Charlie
Dear HixNews
Please post the following.
My trio will be performing for one night only at the following places:
- March 3: Big Daddy's Restaurant, 1 Park Lane, Massapequa N.Y. 516 799-8877, Hours from 7:00-9:00
- March 24: On 3 Restaurant, 32 Railroad Ave., Glen Head, N.Y., Hours from 7:00-10:00
Both these places, I understand, are very good but quite different from one another.
I hope to see you there.
Art Romeo '60
Dear HixNews
Please enter my name to your newsletter mailing list.
Thanks
Diane Snyder Gould '64
Hello HixNews
I'd like to add my name and graduation year to your spreadsheet.
Thank you
Gary Killen Class of 1972
killentyme graphic design
~ The art of visualizing Ideas ~
Dear Bob,
Thank you all so much for the Anniversary card, it is beautiful and we love that song. I got the email about Bob Wesley last night. He was such a good, kind, fun guy we also put him on our special friend list. After reading the note from Heather I just sat at the computer and stared, not expecting it would hurt that bad. We make a lot of friends on the Internet but some like Bob Wesley and you and Pat get to be special ones.
Thank you for being you.
Love,
Joan (Siegl) and Fred Rudolph '61
Jan
TomBob & HixNews
Thanks so much for the card. Jan (Breeden '62) & I are at our home in Florida for a few months. I hope you will be able to attend the Class of 1960 50th reunion in June. Look forward to seeing you.
Tom Jan
Tom Manaskie '60
Buffalo Bob Note...I'd really like to make the reunion. Have to evaluate what's going on here with Joyce. I want to keep her at home as long as possible. Been sending her to an Alzheimer's Day Care Center on Tuesday and Thursday. She makes a face like a child when the bus pulls up to get her, but at least she's away from me for a while and seeing "different" faces. Plus the people at the Center are wonderful.
Bob,
Your group continues to do a great job. I rarely see anyone or anything on my class. I lived in Hicksville and Syosset till 1970 when I was transferred to Georgia and have been there ever since. I was able to get a luncheon 50th reunion of our class. We had about 25 people. I do have some pictures if you all are interested. I did find an article the other day of the old Hicksville Airpark that my father help start. I bet only a few people remember that airport.
I would like to hear from Cyril Rumens or Dot Frevogel former classmates.
Again thanks for the great newsletter.
Norm Nichols '52
Norm
...absolutely...everyone loves pictures and yours would be enjoyed by all. And the article on the old Hicksville Airpark would be neat especially since your dad helped start the project. We will put your request to hear from old friends into People looking for People. Thanks
regards,
buffalo bob
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. May he rest in peace.
Susan Schwartz Serlin '61
Dear HixNews
Please add my name to your monthly list for the newsletter. Thanks.
Rosemary Olivari '60
Dear HixNews
Thank you for the birthday card. That was really cute!
Josephine (Cipullo) Walston '62
Good Day:
I spent some time on Long Island, and worked directly with Dale Schultz who has an entry in Mar 2008 vol 8 issue 6. I have been trying to re-establish communications with him for years. Would it be possible to get his e-mail address from you, or if needed could I ask that my e-mail address be forwarded to him. I am hoping that you may have the said address in your database - if not any suggestions?
Thank you for your consideration in this matter,
Dan Benoit
Dear Dale Schultz,
We are forwarding to you a request we received from Dan Benoit, who wants to re-establish communications with you.
Best, Henry
Dear Dan Benoit,
We have forwarded your request to Dale Schultz.
Best, Henry
First of all "Thank You" Henry for relaying Dan Benoit's email.
Hi Dan
I have a attached a photo of myself above, I'm the Fire Marshal with the U.S. Coast Guard/ Homeland Security here in Virginia Beach, Virginia. I have been here for the last 14 years after leaving Governors Island in New York. Please feel free to contact me anytime (contact numbers and emails withheld)
Dale Schultz.
Janet
HarryDear HixNews...
Thank you for the nice anniversary card. Janet (McMenamin) and I are celebrating 45 years of marriage on the 20th of February.
We have 4 grown children and 7 grandchildren. Two of our sons live in the Atlanta area with 5 of the grandkids. One is an exec for an insurance company; the other is a school principal. Our daughter has two of our grandchildren and has been living in the Netherlands for 20 years. She directs the marketing of health programs for seniors in Holland. Our youngest son manages a small architectural firm in Seattle Washington. I retired from Avon Products Inc in 2006 after 40 years, mostly in middle management positions, but have been doing consulting for them in the US and Japan on a part time basis since. Janet is still working as the VP of Administration for Jackson Healthcare, a $400 million company in Atlanta. We have been in Atlanta since 1978 as part of a corporate move for me.
I also fill my days doing some local community volunteer work. I still stay in touch with Bill Dylewski and an occasional email from Hank Cierski and Walter Pollack. Life has been good.
Thanks again. I enjoy HixNews
Harry Butcher (class of 62)
Dear HixNews
Thanks for remembering my birthday,
Tony Bellacera '66
Dear HixNews
I do not see my name on your mail list. I graduated in 1961. Please add me to your list. Thanks.
John Bagley
done;
Henry Lichtenstein
Jean,
Sorry for the delay in answering you. Yes, I am a 1961 graduate from HHS (Elaine Krauss). My birthday is May 16. I am divorced so no anniversary date. LOL.
I currently live in Red Bank, New Jersey and I have a daughter who lives here in Eatontown, New Jersey. I currently work at Fort Monmouth, N.J. which has been BRACed so the Fort will close permently Sep of 2011. At which time I will totally retire. Good to hear from you and thank you.
Regards,
Elaine Krauss (O'Neil)
Hi, Rich:
Welcome to the Hicksville Newsletter! I am one of the editors and I keep track of the Birthday and Anniversary Lists.
I see that you graduated in 1971 and that you live in Plattsburgh. At your convenience, if you would like your name to appear on our lists, please provide me with the following additional (optional) information: 1) your birthday; 2) if you are married, your wife's first name; and 3) your anniversary date.
Thanks.
Jean (Goettelmann) LaPointe'59
I really live in the little town of West Chazy, which is about 20 miles north of Plattsburgh. Birthday is March 29. Not married, but with the same woman 20 years this July. Her name is Debbie. She is a retired Substance Abuse Counselor/RN. I've worked for the Clinton County Advocacy and Resource Center (ARC) for 10years as a Job Coach in Supported Employment.
Hope this helps.
Rich Calma '71
Bob:
Thanks for the kind thoughts on my birthday. Its great to be 39 again.
Warm Regards,
George Lien
Thanx for the B-card, Buff.
Henry Lichtenstein
HixNews
Great card. Thank you for the birthday wishes.
Ed Osborne '56
Hi Bob,
I was in Vietnam'stationed in Nha Trang. I was in the Army Security Agency. Thanks for scanning my picture.
Rick '66
Richard S. Fitzgerald, EA
Tax, Accounting & Financial Services
Judy
Just tried to send you a nice birthday card from Jacquie Lawson... You have a block and the card could not be sent. Have a Very Happy Birthday.
From the Gang at the Hicksville Newsletter
love yah
bob
Thanks, Bob.
I don't know why there is a block. I'll work on it. Thanks for the thought.
Judy Marcus Shivers '64
Dear HixNews
Tha, thank you, thank you! What a treat to receive a musical birthday card,- and I really don't have a birthday this year (2-29). I look forward to the newsletter each month and would like tnk youo add my praise and appreciation for the great work you do.
Barbara Weber Knueppel (61)
Pick Up Where You Left Off
You're invited,Catch up at the Class of 1961's class of 61 mini reunion. It's a perfect opportunity to mingle, swap stories, and reconnect with friends from Hicksville High School. Check out all the details and RSVP today.
When: Apr 11 2010 3:00 PM - Apr 11 2010 7:00 PM
In-Person Event: Confirmed
Where: Smokey Bones, 5012 Expressway Dr. South (behind Red Lobster), Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 USA map
Going west, exit 60, left at 1st light, left on service rd. same as above. LIE east off at exit 60, stay on service rd for 1 mile. Smokey Bones is behind Red Lobster.
No fee. Pay for your food and drink. Email Dennis Naso before April 1st.Hope you can make it.
Dennis Naso, class of 61 mini reunion organizer,
Dear Hicksville High Alumni
Stardust, my a cappella doo wop group, will be appearing at The Mastic - Moriches - Shirley Community Library 407 William Floyd Parkway Shirley, NY 11967 631-399-1500 Sunday, March 7 at 1:00pm and at The Sayville Public Library 88 Greene Avenue, Sayville, NY 11782 631-589-4440 Sunday, March 21 at 2:00pm
We would really like to see some friendly faces of Hicksville alumni. That would add an extra dimension to our show for all of us. Come out and say hello!
Thanks, Bob Masone ('62)
Please add my name to your mailing list. Thanks.
William "Bill" Anderson '63
Please add my name to your mailing list. Thanks.
Virginia Van Allen Ryder '61
Hi, Virginia:
Welcome to the Hicksville Newsletter! I am one of the editors and I keep track of the Birthday and Anniversary Lists.
I see that you graduated in 1961. At your convenience, if you would like your name to appear on our lists, please provide me with the following additional (optional) information:
- the state you live in
- your birthday
- if you are married, your husband's first name; and 4) your anniversary date.
Thanks
Jean (Goettelmann) LaPointe '59
Jean
My DOB is 1 January. I was married for 31 years but now divorced. I live in Nashville TN and Coconut Creek FL (Fort Lauderdale).
Virginia
Please add my name to your mailing list. Thanks.
Gary George Sanossian '61
my daughter is having a "90's" birthday party! what's that about? what shall i wear? how will i dance to the music? help!
(my cynical spouse says, "just wear what you're wearing; stand there, sway a little, move your arms alot, & jump occasionally!" - oh, that was the 60's!)
marty brandfon, hhs class of '67
Dear HixNews
Thank you for the anniversary card. Enjoy your weekend.
Lynn (McMorrow) and Marc O'Riordan '68
Susan Schwartz Serlin
Barbara ArcherDear HixNews
Worked 18 yrs as an Investigator in Credit Card Fraud. Now working with people that are over their heads in debt. Live in Woodside, New York. I still keep in touch with my life long, best friend Susan Schwartz- Serlin, ESQ.
Barbara Archer '61
Commander William Walden ('65) 6th from right and Joe Ingino (class of '67) 2nd from right
Dear HixNews...
On February 20, 2010 the Hicksville Veterans of Foreign Wars celebrated it's 75th Anniversary with a dinner dance. During the ceremonies, a banner marking the 75th was displayed.
Semper Fidelis
Bill Walden
Jacquelyn O'Dell Carter and sister Karen O'Dell ParI thought I'd send you a photo of me (class of 60) and my sister(class of 64). Hope we arrive, its the first time I've ever attached anything.
Dear Bob and the Hix News Gang,
Thank you very much for my birthday greeting card. I did indeed have a happy one with my family. The years sure do fly on by!! You are very thoughtful to remember me and all the other members you send the greetings to. Have a nice day,
Terry (Tisdell) Moehringer
Your readers might be interested in this. I recently bought a well-illustrated book about Hicksville, which is part of the "Images of America" series. It's for sale at Amazon, although I bought it locally at Borders for $19.99. Here is the Amazon link, at which you can view a few pages of the book.
Ken Arnold '65
https://www.amazon.com/HICKSVILLE-Images-America-Richard-Evers/dp/0738563439
Hey Bob
I know this is stretching it'.but you know a lot of people. Do you have any idea whatever happened to Sandy Wagner who graduated with us in 1961? The last I heard she was Sandy Quatrone (married to Nick)? And I think Lou Zabbia dated her also.....can you help at all???"
Gary Sanossian
Gary
I know she dated Nick Quatrone for awhile but that was back in the fifities (that sounds nasty the 50's) but I thought they didn't get married. I bumped into Billy Cook at Bobby Flanagan's restaurant where Shady Maples used to be (it burned down). Billy told me that Nick was killed in a car crash years ago. Someone else asked me about Sandy but I have no clue.
Warm Regards
bob
Here is a picture of Nick and Bob from those 50's again.
Lou
I received the following note from Gary Sanossian... "Hey Bob I know this is stretching it....But you know a lot of people. Do you have any idea whatever happened to Sandy Wagner who graduated with us in 1961? The last I heard she was Sandy Quatrone (married to Nick)? And I think Lou Zabbia dated her also.....can you help at all???" Did you date Sandy ???
Thanks
Buffalo Bob Casale
Hey Bob
We, my wife Lorraine and I, are currently at a 70-acre lake in the North Poconos of Pennsylvania (Gouldsboro). We are about 20 minutes south of Scranton and about 15 minutes north of Cove Haven and the Mount Airy Casino. We have an on-site trailer, not one that you drive. The trailer is on 1 of 2,700 lots that surround the lake. It's a really great place. It is a gated community with 24-hour security. There is a tremendous clubhouse and they have a huge outdoor pool. There are many activities set up for kids. It looks like a resort and there are cocktail parties and dances. The annual dues not very expensive by today's standards. Lots and trailers can be purchased in prices ranging from $10,000-15,000; $18,000- 30,000 and 40, 50, 60 and up to 150 thousand around the lake. Some have decks and sheds, some don't There's something for everyone there. Last year the association had a mortgage burning ceremony at the annual concert...25 million was paid off. Ours is rated one of the top communities in the country. I'll try to get some pictures of the area off to you.
Joyce GabrielsenBeen meaning to ask...you were married to Joyce Gabrielsen? She was one of the girlfriends of Pat Warren whom I was engaged to.
Pat Warren
Her friends were Ann Lynn Brough, Ginny Van Allen and Kathy Kapsol. They all lived in the same neighborhood.
Ann Lynn 
Ginny 
KathyRegards
Ray Ricca '62
Editor Note: Please check the photo gallery for some pictures of Ray and Family
New Wine
I kid you not.... A New Wine for Seniors
California vintners in the Napa Valley area, that primarily produce the following wines:
- Pinot Blanc
- Pinot Noir
- Pinot Grigio
They have developed a new hybrid grape that acts as an anti-diuretic It is expected to reduce the number of trips older people have to make to the bathroom during the night.
The new wine will be marketed as 
PINO MORE
I HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE.
I just couldn't help it.
