Riverhead resident Jesse L. Miles died Jan. 24, 2022, at Peconic Bay Medical Center. He was 85.

He was born Aug. 7, 1936, in Powhatan, Va., to Clarence and Pearl (Brown) Miles.

He married Ruth Ford May 18, 1957, in Riverhead. A Riverhead High School graduate, he worked for Hill’s Warehouse in Brentwood, Tommasini Appliances and Grumman Aerospace.

Mr. Miles was a deacon at First Baptist Church in Cut­ch­ogue and a master Mason.

Family said he enjoyed sports, especially baseball, and played on teams for Pumphouse, BlueBird Aces and Tyree Lodge.

Predeceased by his daughter Angela, Mr. Miles is survived by his wife, who resides in Riverhead; his daughters Vicki Williams of Georgia, Judy Miles of Mastic and Susan Miles of Flanders; his brothers, Charles, the Rev. Oliver, Walter and Roland, who all reside in Riverhead; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

The family will receive visitors Monday, Jan. 31, from 10 to 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Riverhead. A funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. Burial will take place at Riverhead Cemetery.

McLaughlin Heppner Funeral Home in Riverhead assisted the family.

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Mattituck resident Edward G. Danowski died Jan. 24, 2022, in South Carolina. He was 70.

Born Sept. 23, 1951, in Riverhead, he was the son of Edward and Florence (Gates) Danowski. He graduated from Riverhead High School in 1969 and married Janet DeFriest, his high school sweetheart and love of his life, on May 2, 1971, at St. John the Evangelist R.C. Church in Riverhead.

Mr. Danowski was the owner of the Clothes Pub in Southold for 27 years and co-owner of Cutting Edge Landscaping.

He loved the outdoors – hunting, fishing and boating – and traveling to the Florida Keys. He also loved playing with his grandchildren.

Predeceased by his father, he is survived by his wife, Janet; his children, Jaime (Jack) Martilotta of Greenport; Kristen Urick, Edward J. Danowski (Nickie) of Southold; his mother, of Baiting Hollow; his siblings, Dolores Niecko of Laurel, Carol Niewadomski of Jamesport, Barbara Duva of Cuthogue, Susan Flannery of Pennsylvania, David Danowski of Florida, Mark Danowski of Westhampton and Gary Danowski of Baiting Hollow; grandchildren Logan Urick, Sean Urick, Jack Martilotta III, Sophia Martilotta, Emma Rose Martilotta, Edward J. Danowski, Kylee Consolino and Hailee Consolino; and brother- and sister-in-law George and Joanne Krapf.

The family will receive visitors Wednesday, Feb. 2, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. at McLaughlin Hepner Funeral Home in Riverhead. A funeral service will take place at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 3, at the funeral home, followed by interment at Baiting Hollow Cemetery.

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James F. Grathwohl of Cutchogue, Long Island, N.Y., and formerly of Reston, Va., died on Friday, Jan. 28, 2022. He was 84 years old.

Born in Cutchogue on July 8, 1937, he was the son of Corwin and Ruth (Gildersleeve) Grathwohl. He is survived by his sister, Emily G. Victoria, also of Cutchogue. A graduate of Mattituck High School in 1955, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Gettysburg College, Class of 1959.

Following five years as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army, Jim joined Burroughs Corporation in 1965 in Rochester, N.Y., and moved to Detroit in 1970. In 1980, he was transferred to Washington, D.C., where he was on the executive staffs of Unisys (successor to Burroughs), Loral Corporation and Lockheed Martin. His business career spanned over 30 years in management and executive positions in human resources, corporate communications, community relations, government relations and marketing. He retired in 1996.

In addition to his business career, Jim was well known for his volunteer and philanthropic work. Always an ardent preservationist and advocate for historic landmarks, open space and the environment, Jim was actively involved with community organizations wherever he lived and worked, especially on his native Eastern Long Island, where he was a well-known local historian who also restored several historic houses.

Jim’s friends and colleagues say he will be remembered for his strength of character, creative talents and generosity of spirit. He was a true gentleman in every sense of the word: He treated people with dignity and respect; he was always generous and eager to help his community; and he was a devoted family man of quiet strength and faith.

His community involvement included president, board of trustees, The Old House (a National Historic Landmark) in Cutchogue, since 1990; chairman, Southold Town Landmarks Preservation Commission, since 2001; former trustee, Society for the Cutchogue-New Suffolk Historical Council, in 1960; member, project committee, Peconic Land Trust; founder, North Fork Heritage Alliance; and chairman, Douglas Moore Music Festival for over 20 years.

Jim was known as a local historian whose walking tours, articles, lectures and narrations of slide shows and videos on local topics were always enjoyed by both local residents and visitors to the area. A trustee of the National Automotive History Collection at the Detroit Public Library for over 25 years, Jim also served on the boards of the United Way of Metropolitan Detroit, Southeastern Pennsylvania and Fairfax County (Va.). He also traveled extensively around the world and enjoyed his collections of antique cars and model trains.

A memorial service will take place at a later date at First Presbyterian Church of Southold (N.Y.), where he was a member. Interment will be in the Grathwohl family plot at Cutchogue Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Peconic Land Trust (P.O. Box 1776, Southampton, NY 11969); First Presbyterian Church of Southold (P.O. Box 787, Southold, NY 11971); or Cutchogue Fire Department (260 New Suffolk Road, Cutchogue, NY 11935).

DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold is serving the family.

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Flanders resident Anthony T. Guarraci died Jan. 22, 2022, at Peconic Bay Medical Center. He was 65.

Born March 12, 1956, in Manhattan, he served in the U.S. Army from 1973 to 1974 and worked as a tow truck driver.

Mr. Guaracci is survived by his partner of many years, Carla Kelley; his children, Denise Reyes, Kimberly Haga, Anthony Haga, Dominick Haga and Kayla Schunk; nine grandchildren; and a brother and a sister.

The family will receive visitors Thursday, Feb. 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Tuthill-Mangano Funeral Home in Riverhead. Burial will follow at Calverton National Cemetery.

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Riverhead resident George W. Trent Jr. died Feb. 2, 2022, at Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead. He was 65.

Mr. Trent was born Jan. 10, 1957, in Riverhead, to George and Earlene Trent. He graduated from Riverhead High School. He worked for Riverhead Ford and Photocircuits.

Family said he enjoyed playing Lotto and going for drives.

Predeceased by his father, he is survived by his mother; his children, Vincent Trent, Vanisha Trent, Kiana Trent and Jerome Eleazer; his siblings, Emma Kimble, Georgia McCoy, Peggy Henderson, Reba Allen and Danny Trent; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

The family will receive visitors at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 9, at McLaughlin Heppner Funeral Home in Riverhead, followed by a funeral service at 11. Interment will follow at Riverhead Cemetery.

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Althea Sidor, a lifelong resident of Mattituck, N.Y., passed away at the age of 82 on Feb. 3, 2022, surrounded by family. 

Althea was born on Sept. 24, 1939, to Helen (Harris) and Benedict Andruski. She is survived by her devoted husband, Edward Sidor Sr.; son Edward Sidor Jr. and partner Alexander Schlempp of New York and Southold, N.Y.; daughter Lynn Lamie and husband James Lamie of Pembroke, Mass.; and grandson Ryan James Lamie, University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Althea also leaves behind her sister, Laurie Kujawski of Virginia; adored nieces and nephews, including six godchildren; and a close group of treasured friends.

Althea was very proud of her Polish heritage and was involved in the Rosary Society of Our Lady of Ostrabama R.C. Church. She will be missed for her keen wit, sense of humor and passion for cooking family dinners. Those who knew her will remember her as a loving wife and for her deep commitment to the many friends and family who surrounded her.

The family will receive visitors Thursday, Feb. 10, from 3 to 7 p.m. at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 11, at Our Lady of Ostrabama R.C. Church in Cutchogue. 

In lieu of flowers the family appreciates a donation to the Peconic Bay Medical Center Foundation — Palliative Care Services. Checks can be made out to PBMC Foundation, 1 Heroes Way, Riverhead, NY 11901. Please include with your check: “In memory of Althea Sidor” and designated to/in honor of Palliative Care Services (pbmcfoundation.thankyou4caring.org/pages/donation).

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Riverhead resident Glenn W. Magee died Feb. 6, 2022, at Peconic Bay Medical Center. He was 68.

He was born Dec. 7, 1953, to Robert and Ruth (Johnston) Magee.

A 1971 graduate of Alfred G. Berner High School, he retired after 23 years as a maintenance mechanic for the Riverhead sewer district.

He loved fishing and walking on the beach and made lamps from beach glass. Mr. Magee also found the first dinosaur footprint on Long Island, which is now at Sands Point Museum.

Predeceased by his parents and his brother, Stephen, he is survived by his children, Douglas (Tara) of Liverpool, N.Y. and James, of Riverhead; his sister, Kay Magee of Riverhead; his sister-in-law, Nancy Magee; his nephews, Brian and Joe Magee; and two grandchildren.

The family will receive visitors Saturday, Feb. 12, from 2 to 5 p.m. at McLaughlin Heppner Funeral Home in Riverhead.

Memorial donations may be made to the animal shelter of your choice or to Riverhead Volunteer Ambulance Corps.

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William Francis “Bill” Taylor of Mattituck passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. 

Born in Stafford Springs, Conn., in 1933, he was the devoted son of William L. and Catherine M. Taylor. Bill graduated in 1951 from Stafford High School, where he served as class president.  

From 1953 to 1957, he proudly served in the United States Air Force as a staff sergeant with the 62nd Troop Carrier Wing and was crew chief on a C-124 Globemaster. Following his service in the Air Force, he attended the University of Connecticut, Porter School of Tool Design and Suffolk County Community College, earning certificates in electronics technology. His lengthy career included employment at Kaman Aircraft, Republic Aircraft, Hazeltine Corp. and K.G. Brown. 

Bill retired from Brookhaven National Lab in 1995, after 28 years as a technical project supervisor. He spent the latter years of his career serving as a technical consultant for the Lab, and finally as the owner of Doka Marine Products, a zinc foundry that manufactured fittings for the marine industry.

He met the love of his life, Joanne Taylor, née Bokinz, at Crystal Lake, Conn. (where he was affectionately known as “Billy”), while she was on vacation from Jamesport. After years of traversing the Long Island Sound to see each other, the couple married in 1959, settling down in Mattituck.

Bill will be best remembered as a kind and gentle man with a strong moral and spiritual compass. Always found with a smile on his face, he enjoyed cooking for his family, especially chicken parmigiana with all the fixings. He loved singing along with and attending concerts by Marshall Tucker, and even got a chance to meet the band in person backstage. 

Bill always loved reading (a stack of newspapers sat by his side), listening to his police/fire scanner and visiting the local library. He also accomplished his bucket list adventures by parasailing, riding in a NASCAR race-car and skydiving (at 80 years old).

According to Bill, his greatest achievement was his everlasting dedication to the Lord. He was a man who not only spoke about Jesus but acted in his name. 

Bill was incredibly committed to his family. He is survived by his best friend and wife of 62 years, Joanne; four children, Terry Taylor-Terry of Riverhead, Nancy Taylor-Woolley (Mark) of Mattituck, Maria Montgomery (Michael) of Mattituck and Brian Taylor (Gloria) of Lake San Marcos, Calif. He is also survived by seven grandchildren: Jasmine Corwin (Blake), Megan and Olivia Finn, and Christian, Carter and Taylor Montgomery; as well as three great-grandchildren: Lila, Quinn and Elsie Corwin. Bill was predeceased by his grandson, Ryan William Wheaton.

The family received visitors Feb. 6 at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck, where funeral services were also held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to Mattituck-Laurel Library in his honor. Interment, with U.S. Air Force honors, was held privately.

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Leonard Tyre of Calverton died Feb. 5, 2022, at East End Hospice Kanas Center for Hospice Care in Quiogue. He was 62. 

Mr. Tyre was born Aug. 15, 1959, in Riverhead, to Emma (Dixon) and Glenn Lee Tyre. He graduated from Riverhead High School and worked in maintenance at Brookhaven National Laboratory. 

He was a member of First Baptist Church of Riverhead.

He is survived by three sons, Omar, Lamont and Robert, and two daughters, Jasmine and Jaylynn; four brothers and four sisters; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. 

The family will receive visitors at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 11, at First Baptist Church, followed by a funeral service at noon. 

Arrangements were handled by Tuthill-Mangano Funeral Home in Riverhead.

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The Honorable Helen J. Rosenblum of Shelter Island died Friday, Feb. 4, 2022, at Stony Brook University Hospital. 

The Family will receive visitors Friday, Feb. 11, from 4 to 8 p.m. at DeFriest-Grattan Shelter Island Funeral Home, with a firematic/EMS service at 6 p.m. 

The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 12, at Our Lady of The Isle R.C. Church in Shelter Island Heights with Father Peter DeSanctis officiating. 

Interment will follow at Shelter Island Cemetery.

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Longtime Southold resident Edward J. Erdman died on Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022 at his home. He was 95 years old.

Edward was born June 16, 1926, in Bronx, N.Y., to Olga (Hildebrandt) and John Erdman. He was an accomplished, self-taught carpenter, having built three of his own homes from the ground up! He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and St. Patrick’s R.C. Church in Southold. He worked as the manager for A&P and as a technician for United Cerebral Palsy for many years. While working for UCP, he designed and manufactured many enabling devices for the disabled.

Predeceased by his wife, Margaret “Peggy” Erdman, in 2012, Edward is survived by his children, Daniel Erdman (Ellen) of Exton, Pa., Kevin Erdman (Mary Ellen) of Southold, Jackie Cestaro (Ray) of Floral Park, N.Y., and Edward Erdman (Julie) of Flanders; grandchildren Jennifer, Jonathan, Grace, Joseph, Michael, Kerri, Kara, Kevin, Nicholas, Mary, Raymond, Erin, Kellianne, Eamon and Emily; and 13 great-grandchildren.

The family will receive visitors Tuesday, Feb. 8, from 4 to 7 p.m. at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold.

The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 9, at St. Patrick’s R.C. Church in Southold, with Father John Barrett officiating. Interment will follow at St. Patrick’s R.C. Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to East End Hospice.

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Donna K. Chabot of Cutchogue died Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022. She was 58 years old.

Donna was born Oct. 29, 1963, in Altus, Okla., to Barbara A. (Horton) and Martin J. Leonard. She was one of three children. She graduated from Southold High School and then attended Suffolk County Community College. On Sept. 21, 2013, she married Lawrence A. Chabot. Donna worked as a home health care aide for 30-plus years.

Predeceased by her parents, Donna is survived by her husband, Larry; son Daniel Bridge; granddaughter Emelia Rose Jacobi; siblings Karen M. Finne (Harry) of Girardville, Pa., and Margaret Leonard-Loper (John) of Mattituck; nieces Leigh Ann Finne and Katherine Loper; nephews Scott Loper and Joseph Loper; great-niece Caoimhe MacDonald; and great-nephews Hoyt Hughes and Elijah Snipes.

The family has chosen to remember Donna’s life privately at this time. A celebration of her life will be held in the spring.

DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold is serving the family.

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Riverhead resident Anita Fishman died Feb. 7, 2022, at Acadia Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was 103.

She was born Jan. 5, 1919, in Philadelphia, Pa.

Ms. Fishman was a homemaker and is survived by her children, Richard Ragonese and Dolores Hoff.

Cremation will be private. Tuthill-Mangano Funeral Home in Riverhead is assisting the family.

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David E. Doughty of Utica, N.Y., died suddenly at his home Jan. 25, 2022, at the age of 76. 

He was born March 30, 1945, in Greenport, Long Island. Dave was the son of the late Donald and Janet (Tuthill) Doughty of Jamesport, N.Y.

He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Ellen and Mike Korsower of Sugar Loaf, N.Y., and his niece, Zoe Dolce, also of Sugar Loaf.

After graduating from Riverhead High School in 1963, Dave attended State University Agricultural and Technical College at Morrisville, N.Y. Upon graduation in 1965, the college hired him to set up their radio and closed-circuit TV station.

A few years later he was hired by radio station WTLB of the Utica area, and eventually became their chief broadcast engineer, maintaining their many stations over the years. He enjoyed collecting antique radios, cross-country skiing with his huskies and vacations on Cape Cod. 

David was a wonderful son and brother. He will be missed by his family, friends and Antique Radio Forum members. 

There will be a private ceremony for his cremains at a later date.

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Robert M. Patchell of Mattituck passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022. He was 79 years old.

Robert was born Sept. 25, 1942, in Bronx, N.Y., to Lillian (Gurley) and Michael Patchell. He was one of four children. In June of 1963 he married the love of his life, Patricia (née Habich) Patchell. Together they had two sons and raised their family on Long Island. He was self-employed. Most of all, he loved his grandchildren, especially taking them to their individual sporting events. They were his life.

He was predeceased by his wife, Patricia; parents Lillian and Michael; and daughter-in-law Gayle Patchell. He is survived by his sons, Scott Patchell of Southold and Greg Patchell (Ellen) of Mattituck; and grandchildren Robbie, Bryan, Katie and Cade.

The family has chosen to remember Robert’s life privately at this time. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation or Wounded Warrior Project in Robert’s name.

DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck is serving the family.

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Phyllis D. Anderson-Thomas of Riverhead died Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022. She was 71 years old.

Phyllis was born Aug. 2, 1950, in Richmond, Va., to Eleanor (Bently) and William Henry Anderson. One of three children, she would go on to graduate from Riverhead High School. After high school, she attended Stony Brook University.

Over the years, Phyllis worked at Shoreham Nuclear Power Plant, the Internal Revenue Service, as a certified nursing assistant for Quality Care Nursing in Riverhead and as a mortgage teller for Riverhead Savings Bank. She was baptized at First Baptist Church in Riverhead. She loved music, especially gospel music.

Predeceased by her parents and her brother James O. Anderson, Phyllis is survived by her son, Bryant Anderson of Riverhead; grandchildren Elisha Anderson, Heaven Anderson and Ahlai Felder; brother David Anderson and his wife, Marilyn; and companion Shelton Hughes Sr. of Flanders.

Viewing services will be held at 1 a.m. Friday, Feb. 18, at DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck. Homegoing services will follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will take place at Riverhead Cemetery.

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Riverhead resident Hardges Wilson Sr. died Feb. 6, 2022, at Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead. He was 91.

Mr. Wilson was born April 12, 1930, in Metter, Ga., to George and Maddaloni Wilson. He married Emma Lee Dekle Dec. 8, 1951, in Georgia.

He worked for Lebanon Chemical Corporation and Long Island Cauliflower Association, and was the owner of Hardges Wilson Sanitation.

Family said he enjoyed playing the lottery, shopping and being with friends.

Predeceased by his wife, in 1996, and his daughter Essie Lee Wilson, he is survived by his children Mary Lou Wilson of Brentwood, Gladys Wilson of Riverhead, Hardges Jr., of Virginia, Roger, of Hampton Bays, and James, of Southampton; his sisters, Sylvia Wilson and Mildred Wilson of East Islip; his brothers, George, of California and Wallace, of Mastic; 11 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

The family will receive visitors at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 17, at McLaughlin Heppner Funeral Home in Riverhead, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Riverhead Cemetery.

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April 9, 1945 – Feb. 4, 2022

The Honorable Helen J. Rosenblum of Shelter Island, N.Y., died suddenly on Feb. 4, 2022, at Stony Brook University Hospital. She is survived by her loving fiancé, Edward J. Boyd, of Southold, N.Y.; two nephews, Jeffrey Rosenblum of Annandale, Va., and Eric M. Rosenblum of Brooklyn, N.Y.; and a niece, Jennifer Asher of Plano, Texas. 

Helen was a graduate of George Washington University and Fordham University School of Law. She was an accomplished attorney at law who served as Shelter Island Town Justice from 2004 to 2020, as a presiding justice of the East End Regional Interventional Court from 2011 to 2020, as Shelter Island Town Attorney from 1986 to 2001, and as attorney for the Shelter Island Fire District from 1986.

She was an honorary life member of Shelter Island Emergency Medical Services, having been active for many years as a critical care technician with the Shelter Island Red Cross Ambulance, where she served as an assistant chief, including providing care at Ground Zero on Sept. 11, 2001.

Additionally, Helen was a member of the Suffolk County Regional EMS Council (REMSCO) and the Suffolk County Regional Emergency Medical Advisory Committee (REMAC) as well as serving on the board of directors of the Suffolk County Ambulance Chiefs Association and the North Fork Volunteer Rescue Squad Association.

Helen leaves behind an untold number of people and animals whose lives were made better by her concern and care. She was a loving and giving individual who will be missed beyond any measure that can be expressed in mere words.

An interfaith memorial word service was conducted Feb. 12, 2022, at Our Lady of the Isle R.C. Church in Shelter Island Heights, N.Y. Following interment at Shelter Island Cemetery, a memorial luncheon was held at the Shelter Island Fire Department headquarters.

Contributions in Helen’s name to North Fork Animal Welfare League, 269 Peconic Lane, Peconic, NY 11958 or to Southampton Animal Shelter, 102 Old Riverhead Road, Hampton Bays, NY 11946 would be appreciated.

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On Feb. 4, 2022, Aquebogue resident Doris M. Festa went to live in heaven. Her husband and children were by her side at the East End Hospice Kanas Center for Hospice Care. She was 76. 

Originally from the Lake Grove area, Doris was born on Sept. 1, 1945, to Philip and Elizabeth Manitta. In 1963, she graduated at the top of Newfield High School’s business program. Following graduation, Doris worked as secretary at Brookhaven National Laboratory for the Atomic Energy Commission until becoming a beloved mother in 1971.

She enjoyed cooking, bird watching, sunsets at the Long Island Sound, hiking and kayaking. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family and rejoicing in their accomplishments.

Doris is survived by Tom Festa, her husband; Annemarie and John Durkin, her daughter and son-in-law; Eric Festa, her son; Anthony Festa and Dawn Giarrizzo, her son and daughter-in-law; Joe Festa and Gary Kiss, her son and son-in-law; as well as her grandchildren, Kaitlynn Durkin, John Durkin and Mia Festa. She was predeceased by both her parents and son Tommy.

A celebration of Doris’ life took place Feb. 10, followed by burial at Calverton National Cemetery on Feb. 11. The family requests those who wish to express sympathy to consider making a donation to East End Hospice.

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Flanders resident Barbara Toney died Feb. 11, 2022, at Good Shepherd Hospice in Port Jefferson. She was 74.

Born Oct. 26, 1957, in Riverhead, she was the daughter of William and Dorothy (Harris) Toney. 

Ms. Toney worked as an administrator for St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson.

She is survived by her partner of 31 years, Ulysses “Sonny” Pietri; her brother, William (Frances) Toney; and her sister, Martha Price.

The family will receive visitors Monday, Feb. 14, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Tuthill-Mangano Funeral Home in Riverhead. A prayer service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15, at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Riverhead Cemetery.

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