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Herb Ruben, who was executive director of the Peninsula Counseling Center for 52 years, died on May 20.

Herb Ruben, retired director of PCC, dies at 87

For more than a half-century, Herb Ruben was an advocate for mental health services on Long Island, leading one of the most respected agencies in Nassau County. The long-time leader of the Peninsula Counseling Center died on May 20 at the age of 87. more

By Jeffrey Bessen and Andrew Hackmack | 5/23/13

Sue Oppenheimer dies at 85

Suzanne A. Oppenheimer, a longtime Rockville Centre resident and the mother of Village Trustee Edward Oppenheimer, died at South Nassau Communities Hospital on May 19 after a brief bout with … more

By Alex Costello | 5/22/13

Charles McCarthy, 93

Longtime Rockville Centre resident Charles “Gene” McCarthy, 93, retired assistant chief inspector with the New York City Police Department, died peacefully in his home the morning of April … more

5/15/13

John E. Schaefer, 93

Former Rockville Centre resident John E. Schaefer, Sr., died on April 13. He was 93. Loving brother of the late Lawrence Walter, Sr. Beloved husband of Mary D. (Lucas), father of John Jr. … more

4/24/13

Robert Riordan, veterans champion, dies at 82

Robert “Tom” Riordan of North Merrick, a former commander of North Bellmore American Legion Post No. 1749, Merrick American Legion Post No. 1282 and the Nassau County American Legion, who was known throughout the Bellmore-Merrick community for his volunteerism, died on April 19 after a long illness. He was 82. more

By Scott Brinton and Brian Racow, sbrinton@liherald.com or bracow@liherald.com | 4/23/13

Anita Conway McDonald, 82

Anita Conway McDonald, a longtime resident of Rockville Centre, died on Jan. 30 while in hospice care at the home of her son, NYPD Detective Steven McDonald and his wife, Malverne Mayor Patricia Ann … more

4/17/13

Gabe Parrish was known for playing the part of Abraham Lincoln for the Valley Stream Historical Society’s annual “George is Back” Presidents Day celebration. He was usually joined by Valerie Esposito who dressed as Mary Todd Lincoln.

Gabe Parrish, 1921-2013

“Gentleman” was the word most commonly used to describe Gabe Parrish, a longtime Valley Stream resident and vice president of the Historical Society, who died on April 10 at age 91. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 4/17/13

Brian Ciampi, left, with good friend Adam Berkowitz, who eulogized Ciampi at Perry Funeral Home last week.

Brian Ciampi, 39, loses battle with cancer

Lynbrook resident Brian Ciampi, 39, died on February 22 after a battle with cancer. “Maybe you were a childhood friend, or over the years he served you a few cocktails,” said Adam … more

By Mary Malloy | 3/7/13

Shawn Santo became the first member of Central High School’s class of 2010 to die when he succumbed to apparent heart failure on Christmas eve. He was 20.

A smile that will live on forever

Shawn Santo’s infectious smile and outgoing personality will be forever remembered by his family and friends, who are mourning the loss of the 20-year-old Valley Stream Central High School graduate. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 1/2/13

Richard Novarro, 63, a Barnum Woods educator for 27 years, died on Nov. 24.

Remembering Richard Novarro

Richard Novarro, who had taught at Barnum Woods Elementary School since 1985, died on Nov. 24, at age 63. Novarro taught mostly fifth grade during his 27 years at the school, though he led third-, fourth- and sixth-grade classes as well. He was instrumental in developing the school’s Character Education Committee, which promoted positive character education by way of assemblies, class projects and activities. He was one of the founders of the school’s Student Council Committee and student government. more

By David Weingrad | 12/5/12

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