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Hello I would like to thank all of you for keeping this website alive. I look forward to reading the latest news every month. I would also like to say to Tom Sullivan, "Do you remember the night at the White Brick Inn when you got up on Jordan's shoulders and played?"
Just
wanted to say hello to all my classmates...and especially those in the class
of 1959.
Are
we going to have a reunion next year.
luv
yah
Jeanette
Martello Lupis, Class of '59
Hello editors,
Realizing that this is many years back, I would still like to hear from any
friends and, especially, classmates from the late 30's to the late 40's These would be
friends and fellow students of my brothers and me; Samuel Levitt '42, Eugene Levitt '44
and my late brother, Milton Levitt '49. Anyone who recognizes these names can get
in touch with me at Levitt28@juno.com
Whoever you may be would remember us as the sons of Eva and Ben Levitt who operated
a saddlery, harness shop, and auto upholstery business at 66 North Broadway, Hicksville. Hi folks, This summer while visiting our children from our home in
Ocala, FL my husband and I returned to my old neighborhood in Hicksville. We
visited East St. School, Woodland Ave. School and well as the Jr. High and
Hicksville High School. The old neighborhood is the Hillside Terrace
development. I was delighted to see how well it had held up. I would love to be
in touch with some of my former neighbors from that area. Where are the
Cocolichio brothers, Mike and Vinnie? Also does anyone know the whereabouts of
Richie Ollins and Tommy Sak? I enjoy the newsletter every month. Keep up the
good work.
Hi Buffalo Bob et al.,
Dear Editors of Hixnews, To Buffalo Bob and all the crew at hixnews,
Does anyone know what happened to Bob Jones from the class of 72? He lived on Froelich Farm Blvd. He had an older sister and a younger brother. Vicki Mass, '72 Thanks to my HJHS buddy, Bill Dylewski, who steered me to the Hicks site I offer the information below. Bill and I still stay in touch over all these years and still have good laughs about our Hicksville escapades.
My name is Joe Barna, class of 63. Please add my site to your list of business and sites of interests.
It is our senior year, l956, New High School. My Dad let me have the car to drive to school that day. (Big Shot) Well at lunch time my friends and I went out to lunch, a no no....... Arriving back at school we are slightly late... Barb, Peggy, &Loretta bail out. I have to park the car. I do same. Get into the building and I am running down the hall (top speed) turn into the front hall and slam right into Miss Farley. When I say SLAM, I am not kidding. I sent her flying, her cane went one way and the loudspeaker went the other. I then ended up in Mr. Horn's office. Believe it or not I talked my way out of it. It was a hell of long time before we went out to lunch again. Thought this would give all who knew Miss Farley a chuckle. God Bless, Kay (Iller) Byrne,'56 Matthew A. Bruckner, class of 1996, is participating in a 100 mile
bicycle ride in NYC to raise funds for M.S. I hope that our alumni would be interested in sponsoring Matthew.
Hi, I lost my 1974 yearbook in a house fire....is there anyone who miraculously has an extra...how ridiculous does that sound? June (Lauer) Henley Reading Frank Scarangella's
comments about Mabel Farley bring back so
many fond memories of HHS. On one occasion we boys on the school bus were squirting the girls
during the ride to school. Later that day I and others from the bus
were called to Farley's office and our water pistols were confiscated.
There was no resistance. She had a safe in her office. When she
opened
the safe to put our pistols in, a bunch of pistols fell out. I will
never forget that day. I want to thank HixNews for locating someone that knew where my brother was and I want to thank that person too. I have since heard from my brother after 36 years. We are now in touch with each other. So thanks again. Jackie (Reeder) DiBlasi, '57 Dear Editors, Thank you so much for posting my
email. I was wondering if you could post one last thing for me. I am looking
for Joyce Lieberman who was friends with my mother Hope Lambert, class of
1969. I think she also had a twin sister?? Not sure of her name. I would love
to speak with them about my mother, Hope.
Bob: I can't express the surprise when I opened the E mail to find the year book picture of me and Tom. Yes that is the same Tom Murphy that we went to school with in Hicksville. Now let me try and put 48 years into a few paragraphs. Feel free to edit, shorten or throw away, as you deem necessary. Tom and I were married in 1964 and have three grown children and five grandchildren. We currently live in Hauppauge, NY. Tom joined the Suffolk County Police Department in 1965 and retired in July 2000. He had an interesting and varied career during his 35 years. Early on he spent four years working undercover with the Narcotics Squad. Later in his career he spent time as Commanding Officer of the Homicide Squad, Major Crimes Bureau and was Incident Commander at the TWA 800 crash site. When he retired he held the position "Chief of Detectives." Our three children are all members of the Suffolk County Police Department. Our oldest, Michael is a Lieutenant, married and has three boys. Next is James who is Detective/Sergeant, married and he has a boy and girl. Last but not least is daughter, Debra, who has been a Police Officer for four years with nine years prior experience as a police dispatcher. Tom said that I had the hard career. I was a "stay at home Mom" taking care of the house and, more importantly, helping our three children overcome the everyday problems of growing up. My hobby (Tom says it is a passion) is Genealogy, in particular Family history research. I have attended numerous seminars and conferences on genealogy research. At the present time I volunteer at the Family History Library in Plainview. If anyone is doing their family history and has a problem I would be happy to help. Tom & I enjoy traveling throughout our Country on our motorcycle. We have traveled over 340,000 miles in the last 30 years visiting 46 states.
Barbara (Mathews)
and Tom Murphy
I received the following from Lillian Manzo Ramirez, class of '61
I will never forget where I was when I realized what was
happening...I was doing my morning thing...flipping on the computer and
heading to the kitchen to make coffee...then back to the screen to meet the
day...As I gazed at the screen my first thought was what a nutty new movie
to have planes flying into the towers...then I turned on my radio and in
total disbelief I looked back at my computer...listening to what I could not
begin to comprehend. I thought of the first time I went to Windows on the
World, the hours and hours I had spent there with friends and then Annie
came screaming into my heart and mind...my dear friend, roommate and
confidant for years. I grabbed my phone only to get busy, I called her
sister busy and then in sheer panic dialed her Mom in Florida...no answer. I
watched as people were running up Fifth Avenue, hoping to see Annie...I just
could not get my mind around what I was seeing....To this day, I will never
forget the shock, the emptiness, the pain and the horror of those first
moments.
This year, I will honor my friends who died that horrible day by
remembering the joy each and everyone of them brought into my life! Laughter
and smiles from another time and place...it is the very least I can do...and
maybe, just maybe they will see me smile as I blow them a kiss from this
place they once knew as earth.
May God bless and keep each one of you safe... Best regards, MARY ANN MONACO
I sent the following note to Lillian...
Lillian...
Thanks for forwarding this to me. Who is Mary Ann Monaco. The name sounds
familiar but I cannot place it. Can we use this in the newsletter? Please advise.
Love
Buffalo Bob Casale
I received the following note from Lillian...
Hi Bob - Mary Ann is a
good friend I met in AZ. She was originally from Connecticut, so I
don't think you know her??? By all means use this for the newsletter.
Hope all is well in Hicksville. I was back briefly in July, as my Dad
passed away (he was living in AZ) so you can't imagine the problems trying
to have him transported from here to there???? The different laws that
apply from state to state.....makes you wonder if we are "the United
States of America". At times through the 5 day ordeal just to get
him on a plane from here. It was like we weren't in America.
Anyway, we muddled through it and he is at peace with my Mom. He was
93. Lillian
Hi all,
I think that JOE INGINO should be inducted into THE HALL OF FAME. He is a man who has given his heart and soul to his country and everyone he has meet along the way. He is also involved in many organizations that help the veterans and their families; A TRUE HERO. Betty Pilero, 1969 Another year and another generation begins, 1st Class: Susan and Robert McCotter (classes of 63 & 62) are now the grandparents of their son Steven's first born son! Liam Tracey came into this world on September 4th, 2008. Steven is Rob and Susan's only born son. Only time will tell if other grandsons will follow. Rob already had another first grandson, Jacob (Jake), by his second son, JR (James Robert). That's, two first grandsons for Rob. Rob and both his grandson's have the honor of being their father's first born sons. The name Liam is Gaelic for William which is Rob's father's given name. The McCotter bloodline is strong, ongoing and clearly intertwined. Susan of Brookfield (Sue Gray '63)
I have known JOE INGINO from childhood. He was a great human being back then, to this day he a PERSON WHO HAS SERVED HIS COUNTRY IN TIME OF WAR, continues to help others by donating his time to all kinds of support organizations. HE IS A TRUE HERO. FROM DANNY PILERO (I am) looking for an email address
for Thomas Larkin class of 1964. His brother, Harry (Nick) class
of '59 is seriously ill with cancerous brain tumor. They had a falling
out some time ago and of course, time is now precious. Carl Probst and
I are trying to locate him for Harry and his wife Diane. I see he is
signed up at classmates and tried to send email through them but don't know if he received it or if he will be
able to read it. UPDATE: We were able to locate Tom Larkin, class of 63. Harry (Nick), class of 59, is in bad shape; malignant tumor on the left side of the brain. Joyce Clements Anglim may have contacted you for search help. Won't be needed now but thank you anyway. In the memoriam section please note Robert Wilson and Robert Zeltmann, both class of 1959. Thank you, Carl Probst, class of 59
As some of you already know, I'm writing a book about when I was stationed at West Point from '65-68... revolving around how I was tapped to start the first rock group at West Point (and, we think, the first "official" rock in the Army...) Myself and three other HHS grads, Carolyn Wood '63 (my ex-wife), Bill Jordan '63, and Jimmy Walker '65 became the nucleus of the band... the story of how Walker & Jordan's orders were changed from Infantry to rock band members is the crux of the plot, but how the great music of the period helped define everyone's memories of those years is a major thread throughout the narrative. From '66-'68 the cadets were dancing to many of the songs at the link as played by us and I've recently heard from dozens of cadet alumni about how important a part of their lives the music was. Tommy Sullivan, '63 I sent a note to the
"contact" on the website featured on our Vets page this month.
Here is the reply: Great! Pat (Koziuk) Driscoll Hi, My name is Mike Carter. I should have
graduated in '58 I believe. Instead, dropped out and worked in a
transmission shop near Grumman aircraft. I joined the Navy in late '59 and
retired in '80. I was looking at names listed on your Vietnam memorial
site. Some I remember, but one really caught my attention: Robert Rausch
USAF KIA. Do any of the readers out there know if Robert was also known as 'Birdy'?
May he rest in peace. Mike Carter The year mighta been 55 or 56. Al Nicolini and I decided we were gonna play hooky and do some fishing. I think the ultimate destination was Oyster Bay. We were trudging along the 2 lane (at that time) totin' our fishing gear. We were just outside of Hicksville but not yet to Syosset Only a few vehicles had passed, with none willing to pick up two miscreant hitch hikers. We walked a ways and I heard a car approaching (I think I remember a light green 53 0r 54 Chevy) as I turned and stuck my thumb out I said "geez Al, that looks like Galloway's Chevy. It WAS Leon J. Galloway wearing that fedora he always wore. Mr. Galloway absolutely recognized us and was so kind as to give us a ride directly to school. It turns out he was on his way to some luncheon/meeting at a fancy restaurant in, or near Syosset. So much for our poorly planned fishin' trip. Funny....I also remember Mr. Chittenden (truant officer) also had a light green vehicle in the form of a 54 Pontiac. Man....I have dozens of stories. Most of 'em started out wrong and ended in disaster. Anyone remember the name of that restaurant that was in or very near Syosset? It was very 'countryclubbish.' Thanks for the memories, I am pleased to add my name to the
recent number of HHS graduates, who have supported Tom Halley's (Class of
'56) nomination of Miss Mabel Farley for induction into the Hall of Fame.
During my senior year as a member of the Class of '49, I applied to
Villanova University for admission to their School of Engineering.
Much to my chagrin, I was not accepted because I had not completed certain
prerequisite high school courses, in part, as a result of my having
graduated after only spending a limited time of three & a half years in
school. Patty and Ray's Story Many, many years ago, times were much different than today.......life was simpler, people were kinder to one another and lives could be lived in a peaceful, stress free manner and it was a wonderful time to be a teenager....that's where this story begins. There was a pretty young teenage gal enjoying all the typical teenage activities of the day...school, hanging out with friends and flirting with the young fellas. This young girl met a young man who was not only strikingly handsome but had "wheels" and was so fun to be with.....he had it all. He and this young girl dated and before she knew what was happening, she fell head over heels for him. They had many wonderful years together until their life was interrupted....her family moved to another state and he enlisted in the Army. Time and separation, unfortunately, hurt their relationship. Although she loved her young man very much, she thought it was time for them to go their separate ways. He went on to marry and have a family. She did, as well. Their paths did not cross again for 50 years. Both were now retired, living in different states and happily married to others. Both of the once young lovers had been through many ups and downs in their respective lives...both good times and bad. One day, as if it were meant to be, the now mature woman saw her teenage beau's name listed on a High School Alumni list. She had carried him in her heart for the past 50 years and had always hoped to know how he was, had he accomplished all he had planned to do and was he happy. A note was sent off to him not knowing if he would want to respond, but he did. The re-connection was made! They began a dialog after all those years and for the "young girl", it was like time had stood still. The thought of being able to talk to him again and ask how he was became an over-whelming experience. Here she was able to talk to her 1st love...through the years, she had never met another to equal the likes of her young teenage beau. The first time she heard his voice, she again was unable to speak as that voice was the same as she had dreamed about for years. Several weeks were spent catching up on their lives and our young gal was happy to know that the young man had done well, he was professionally successful, owned lovely homes and was living a full busy life. She had married a wonderful man who was lovingly seeing her through a progressive medical problem. Now, if you're a "romantic", this story will not have a happy ending but it does prove that true love can last forever when it is felt as..."love from the heart, even though you're apart". If you're a "realist", you'll be happy for the young gal who was able to get the answers to the questions that had haunted her for years. The story has now been told......I know, because I was the young girl. Hopefully, you enjoyed the story of Patty Bryan Carstons and Ray Babinski. What a great nostalgic look at the old HVFD Engine Company#7 Pumper truck. I was a member of HVFD in the 64-65 time period. At the time I lived in an upstairs apartment at 92 East Marie Street. When the fire alarm sounded I would run to the fire house and jump into Chemical Pumper truck Company #3. It was quite a rush for a 19 - 20 year old driving a fire truck, all siren and lights, around the streets of Hicksville. Unfortunately a change of jobs forced me to move away, so my time with HVFD was short lived. They were, and I am sure still are, a great group of folks. I have some fond memories for the rest of my life. I did go on to be a volunteer EMT for 7 more years in Upstate NY and New Jersey as corporate moves had me moving around some. On a different subject; Janet McMenamin (class of 62') and I have been married for 43+ years now. We have 4 grown children and 7 grandchildren. I am semi-retired from Avon Products after 40 years, but still do some consulting for them in Japan from time to time. Janet is the Vice President of Administration for Jackson Healthcare (a 400 million $ firm) headquartered in Atlanta where we have been living since1978. I keep in touch with Bill Dylewski (class of 62') via phone and an occasional trip to San Diego. I enjoy the site. Keep up the fine work. Harry Butcher (class of 62') Gerry Ferri (Geraldine Visalli), 1958, CA, August 5th My family moved to Hicksville at the start of my sophomore year, the first year in the new Hicksville High School. My first memory was the fact that we (there were other students on my street) had to walk to school. We walked through the empty lots and over the railroad tracks. If we had walked on the streets, it would have been a little over 2 miles. We convinced the school district that they measured "as the crow flies", not as we had to walk, so they had a school bus come to our area. There was something about it was only a mile and we had to be two miles from school, (they were measuring "as the crow flies"). Other fond memories were when I was chosen both as a sophomore and a junior to be in the "Daisy Chain". We had to go out in the open fields, pick bunches and bunches of daisies, bring them back to tie them around a rope that was about 3 inches in diameter, to have it draped shoulder to shoulder the next day for the graduation ceremony. There were the greatest Variety Shows and Class Plays/Musicals that were organized and directed by Mrs. (or was it Miss?) Fletcher. Who can forget the wonderful Senior Class Trip up and down the Chesapeake Bay, sight seeing Annapolis, Williamsburg, and Washington D.C. (haven't been back since, but would love to)? Of course, if you classmates remember, it snowed, snowed and snowed the night before we left; I was told it was about 18 inches. My dad helped me carry my luggage, our car was snowed in, (we weren't on a main street to be plowed readily). Luckily, on the plowed street, (New South Road) a classmate was being driven, they stopped and picked me and my luggage up (my dad went back home). Does anyone remember picking me up? I can't remember who that was. I loved doing the sports, but wasn't flexible enough to enjoy the gymnastics/tumbling etc. |
Dear Friends and
Family, 
