Newsletter for the Alumni and Friends of
Hicksville High School Hicksville, New York

The Editors:
Buffalo Bob Casale '61	Linda (Piccerelli) Hayden '60
Pat (Koziuk) Driscoll '56	Bob (Gleason) Wesley '61

Contributing Editors: Bob Gillette & Walter Schmidt

Webmaster: Roger Whitaker

To contact the editors, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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This is a first draft mock up of the Memorial's Center Plaque done by the engraving company Ken Strafer, project founder, has engaged to produce the Memorial plaques for us. The approved photos of our female and male Veterans above will actually be done as bas reliefs, providing images based on the photos whereby the actual portraits will not be easily recognized.

A few wordsmith changes must yet be finalized, including the dedication by all "HHS Alumni" and the use of the actual dedication date at the bottom of the plaque. This, however, should give all a good idea on where this effort is heading.

"We are looking for feedback on the above, either positive or negative. Please send your comments to Joe Carfora at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. We are sure your comments will help us make the final product even better"

Hicksville Vietnam War Era Memorial - PROJECT UPDATE

Three names were added in July for a new total of 1,791. Just when we think we've finalized the List of Names, a few more pop up, thanks to the readership of HixNews! Please keep up your efforts to review the List of Names available via the website link located at the bottom of the full Project Update in the Honoring Our Veterans section of this newsletter.

Most of our data work continues to center on filling in missing data for the names we already have. As a HixNews reader, you can also continue to be of significant help with the data we are missing, by reviewing the List of Names as noted above. All missing data continues to be noted in red on the List of Names to make it easier for our readers to pick up.

A letter is also being sent this week to all local Hicksville Veterans Group Commanders with a similar appeal to their membership to not only complete the listings we already have, but to make certain we leave no one behind who deserves to be included in the Memorial.

Here's wishing each and every one of you a great Labor Day Weekend!

On behalf of The Project Team,
Joe Carfora, HHS '62

SAVE THE DATE!
Saturday, October 6th, 2012
Class of 1962 50-Year Reunion
7PM -12AM HOLIDAY INN, Plainview , N.Y.
Please be sure Karen Hubner Jenkins has your current e-mail address (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
Our Reunion Website 62.hixreunion.com

LICruzinforacure Sunday, Sept. 9, 2012 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sears Auto Center, Routes 106-107, Hicksville, across from Broadway Mall (LIE Exit 41 South; Northern State Pkwy, Exit 35 South)
Spectacular Car Show, Food Court, Vendors, Music, Kids Amusement Area, "How to" Clinics on car care and more!
***FREE PSA tests to screen for prostate cancer***
Music by DJs Fonzie and Chachi
SPECIAL EVENT: An a cappella Battle of the Bands between The Tribunes and Stardust (scheduled for 2:15 p.m.)
For more information call: (888) LICRUZ (542-7849) or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Hi everybody, some of us from the 50's & 60's classes are cruising to Bermuda on the NCL Star from New York (see attachment flyer) on October 7, 2012 and we would like to invite any other HHS Alumni to join us, we have some great group rates and are planning some fantastic parties aboard. Pack your HHS MEMORIES and come join us.

Please contact me for details or booking.

Bob Birk
2402 Waverly Avenue
Medford, NY 11763
(P) 631-447-1892

COME CRUISE WITH US HHS ALUMNI TO BEAUTIFUL BERMUDA

7-Night Cruise on the Fabulous Norwegian Star

October 7, 2012

No Flights. No Hassles. Sail round-trip from New York City to the beautiful island of Bermuda on the magnificent NCL STAR renowned for her beauty, food and entertainment. Enjoy freestyle cruising, being pampered in the spa, winning big in the casino, dancing the night away in the disco or just relaxing by the pool and that's before you step off the ship! Upon arrival in Bermuda, go shopping, stroll the island and view the homes the colors of flowers; in hues of yodeling yellows, pretty pinks, pleasing peaches and gentle greens that adorn the landscape. Enjoy their famous pink sand beaches or take some of the many shore trips we will be offering for our members only. As Mark Twain once said, 'you go to heaven if you want; I'll stay in Bermuda'

For more information please contact: Bob Birk Tel:631-447-1892 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.">Email:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Deposit of $250.00pp is required to secure booking. Credit card or checks made payable to Direct Marketing Plus, 2402 Waverly Avenue, Medford New York 11763. Standard NCL cancellation requirements apply.

RECENT PASSAGES

Valerie (Taylor) SCHAIMAN

SCHAIMAN - Valerie (nee Taylor) of River Vale, N.J. Loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away at the age of 66
on August 19, 2012 after a five and a half-year courageous battle with brain cancer. Valerie leaves her beloved husband Jed
with whom she shared 49 joyous years. She also leaves behind her two daughters Michelle and Renee and five beautiful
grandchildren. Valerie grew up in Hicksville, N.Y

H. LichtensteinDear Jed,

We are saddened to hear of Valerie's passing. Please accept our condolences.

Henry and Trish_____________

H. Lichtenstein

I am sorry to report the passing of my brother-in-law, Vinny Longo, Class of 1967. Vincent died after a courageous battle with cancer on Aug 18, 2012. Vinny and my sister, Pat Ofenloch, also from the Class of 1967, would have been married 44 yrs this fall. His family and friends are very saddened by his death. Vinny was the most kind, caring, genuine and selfless person we have ever encountered. He will be sorely missed.

LONGO - Vincent Joseph, of Hicksville NY, passed away on August 18th at 63 years of age. Lifelong resident of Hicksville. Beloved husband of Patricia(Ofenloch). Loving son of Patricia Longo (Bohanna). Devoted father of 5 children, Tricia Lebowitz (Rob), Vincent (Kristine), Christine Califano (Frankie), Michael (Amy), & Daniel (Shannon). Adored & much loved grandfather of 13: Alexa, Vincent, Patrick (angel in heaven), Haley, Mackenzie, Tanner, Frankie, Cole, Riley, Jake, Ryan, Devyn, Emily and #14 on the way. Cherished brother of Mary Daniell, Patricia, Dorothy, Ann Coffin (Terry), Joan Schweitzer (Gary) and brother Joseph (Rosalind). Also survived by his dear in-laws: Cathleen Gensinger (Dennis), Diane O'Brien (Billy), Thomas Ofenloch (Deborah), Carol Tranchina (Jay) & Eileen Pelcher (Butch). He will be sadly missed by dozens of nieces & nephews.
Cathy (Ofenloch) Gensinger '66

Gail (Goodman) WrightNotification of the passing of Gail (Goodman) Wright - Class of 1967 Hicksville High School

WRIGHT - Gail M., of Hicksville on August 29, 2012. Beloved mother of Christopher (Kristin) Walunas, Gregory (Sheeba) Walunas & Laura Wright. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Devoted daughter of Emily Goodman. Loving sister of Jeanne (Richard) Keliher, Judy (Craig) Starcke, Buzz (Cathy) Goodman, Peter (Gayle) Goodman, Louise (Ernie) Hupfer, Nancy (Jeff) Foster.