– 102 – O B I T U A R I E S Ralph S. Croskey, Jr. Ralph S. Croskey, Jr., of Ronkonkoma, <strong>NY</strong> and Boca Raton, FL, died peacefully on October 24, 2008 in Florida at the age of 87. He was born on March 24, 1921 in Philadelphia, PA to Lucile <strong>St</strong>othart and Ralph S. Croskey whom predeceased him. Ralph grew up in PA, graduated from Haverford School in 1939 then continued his education at Cornell University, graduating in 1943. He was an officer in the U.S. Air Force during WWII serving from 1943- 1946. He received his law degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1948. A published author in 2004 and long-time manager of Mutual of <strong>NY</strong> in Manhattan. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth. Devoted father of Ralph III, Christine, <strong>St</strong>ephen, Rebecca and Julie. Devoted step-father of Cindy, George and Kim. Loving brother of Thomas and Mary Lou. Cherished grandfather of 21 grandchildren and one great grandchild. A memorial visitation and service was held at the <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong> Funeral Home in <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong>, <strong>NY</strong>. Arrangements were entrusted to our family; Kenneth J. Maher, Kerry J. Maher and Kenneth J. Maher, Jr. at the <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong> Funeral Home, <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong>. Thomas Christy Thomas W. Christy, formerly of Smithtown and Hanover <strong>Town</strong>ship, passed away on November 24, 2008 at the age of 82 at the VNA Hospice of <strong>St</strong>. Luke’s, Lower Saucon <strong>Town</strong>ship. He and his wife Gertrude E. (McCormack) Christy celebrated their 59th anniversary in August. Born in the Bronx, <strong>NY</strong>, he was the son of the late Thomas W. and Helen (O’Donnell) Christy. He was a 1944 graduate of Valley <strong>St</strong>ream High School, and a 1950 graduate of <strong>St</strong>. John’s University. Thomas served with the US Army Air Corp during World War II. He worked for Shell Oil in Brooklyn retiring as Plant Manager in 1987 after 35 years of service. He was a volunteer teacher for Project Business in Brooklyn. Thomas was a member of Notre Dame Catholic Church of Bethlehem, where he served as a Eucharistic Minister; and after retiring, he volunteered as finance/business manager at the Church for 17 years. Thomas was a volunteer or the YMCA of Greater New York in Manhattan, where he was a three-time recipient of the “Man of the Year” award. He is survived by his wife, sons, Thomas J. and his wife, Linda of <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong>, <strong>NY</strong>; <strong>James</strong> (Barbara) of Bloomsburg; Joseph J. (Mariann) of Ann Arbor, MI; Jerry (Janet) of Gilbertsville; Daniel P. (Lisa) of Bath; daughter, Mary Christy of Bath with whom he resided; sister, Helen McCauliff (Gregory) of Dennisport, MA; and 11 grandchildren. Thomas was preceded in death by his sister Jane Dinan. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on November 29, 2008 at Notre Dame Catholic Church, Bethlehem. Interment followed at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Bath. Contributions in his name can be made to: Notre Dame Catholic Church, Bethlehem 18018; YMCA of Greater New York, 5 W. 63rd <strong>St</strong>reet, 6th Floor, New York, <strong>NY</strong> 10023; or Doctors Without Borders USA, PO Box 5030, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5030. Andrew S. Eschbach Andrew S. Eschbach, of Ridge L.I., passed away on November 23, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Lanie. Cherished father of Sharon (Patty), Drew (Jennifer), Christine (<strong>James</strong>), Sharon and Mark Hamilton. Loving grandpa of Jonathan, Nicole and Mark. Devoted brother of Marilyn, Joseph and Suellen. A Funeral Service was held on November 26, 2008 at the <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong> Funeral Home. Interment followed at <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong> Episcopal Cemetery, <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong>. Arrangements were entrusted to our family; Kenneth J. Maher, Kerry J. Maher and Kenneth J. Maher, Jr. at the <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong> Funeral Home, <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong>. Christopher P. O’Brien Christopher P. O’Brien, life-long resident of <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong>, passed away suddenly on November 27, 2008. Cherished husband of Beth. Loving father of Hung, Tu, Erin, and Annie. Beloved brother of Patricia, Judy, Joe and Tom. Devoted brother-in-law of Jane, Barbara, Sharon, Susan and Timothy. Beloved uncle to many. A Funeral Mass was held on December 2, 2008 at <strong>St</strong>s. Philip & <strong>James</strong> R.C. Church, <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong>. Committal was private. Arrangements were entrusted to our family; Kenneth J. Maher, Kerry J. Maher and Kenneth J. Maher, Jr. at the <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong> Funeral Home, <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong>. Anthony J. Palladino Anthony J. Palladino, of Sayville L.I., passed away on November 19, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Josephine. Cherished mother of Linda (Eric) Kushins, Dolores (Bill) Maggi, and Robert (Laurie) Palladino. Loving BABA of seven and great grandfather of one. A Funeral Mass was held at <strong>St</strong>s. Philip & <strong>James</strong> R.C. Church in <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong>. Interment followed at <strong>St</strong>. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, <strong>NY</strong>. Arrangements were entrusted to our family; Kenneth J. Maher, Kerry J. Maher and Kenneth J. Maher, Jr. at the <strong>St</strong>. <strong>James</strong> Funeral Home. OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2008
– 103 – Personal Attention & Dignified Service - <strong>Our</strong> Continuing Tradition ST.JAMES FUNERAL HOME,INC. KENNETH J. MAHER Owner, Licensed Manager & Director KERRY J. MAHER Licensed Director KENNETH J. MAHER,JR. Licensed Director ~ IN LOVING MEMORY OF AELYSCHE M. MAHER ~ May your Holidays bring you Peace & Healing in the New Year! With <strong>Our</strong> Love & Prayers, Ken, Kerry, Ken, Jr. and the rest of the Maher Family 551 NORTH COUNTRY ROAD,ROUTE 25A, ST.JAMES, N.Y. 11780 Office: (631) 584-5200 Fax: (631) 584-5256 ~ Pre-Planning Funeral Arrangements Available ~ www.stjamesfuneralhome.com OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2008
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