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Published by Halston Media, 2021-07-07 19:58:07

Mahopac News 07.08.21

VOL. 12 NO. 22 Visit TapIntoMahopac.net for the latest news. THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2021

$30 million lawsuit against town moves forward

Suit alleges ‘malicious prosecution’; Appelate Court reverses lower court’s dismissal

BY BOB DUMAS Charles Melchner Sr., owner of Ma- planning and zoning protocols. rina. According to Melchners and their
EDITOR hopac Marina on South Lake Boulevard, According to the June 28 Appellate attorney, the State has maintained owner-
has been engaged in a legal squabble with ship of the bed beneath the waters of Lake
A decision last week by the Appellate the town since 1991, which at one point Court decision, between 1991 and 2009, Mahopac since July 1961, when New York
Division of the New York State Supreme even included criminal charges against the town commenced four civil actions City abandoned the lake as part of its wa-
Court has cleared the way for a Mahopac Melchner and his wife, Lillian. and three criminal proceedings against the ter supply system and, by deed, transferred
business owner to resume his $30 million Melchners alleging various violations of authority to the State.
lawsuit alleging malicious prosecution At the center of the con ict is the ques- the town zoning ordinance.
against the town of Carmel and some of tion of who owns the land under the wa- In 1968, then-Supervisor William
its elected o cials and employees, both ter of Lake Mahopac and whether or not e point of contention concerns Mathers petitioned the State to transfer
past and present. the Melchners could build docks and boat whether New York State or the town of
slips without going through the town’s Carmel regulates the docks oating in SEE LAWSUIT PAGE 7
Lake Mahopac o the shore of the Ma-

VFW leads patriotic boat parade on Lake Mahopac

BY MAUREEN DALY and it was evident that residents onshore were anticipat-

CONTRIBUTING WRITER ing and cheering the boats on.

Outgoing VFW Cmdr. Chris Long said, “We do this

VFW Post 5491 sponsored a boat parade with a pa- to honor veterans we have lost along the way, as well

triotic theme to mark Independence Day, escorted by as to commemorate and celebrate our nation’s birth. I

Carmel Det. Brian Forde. consider this event to have been a great success. We had

e VFW boats were piloted by Chris Long, Sr., about 10 boats from the VFW, and we counted a total of

Luke Rathschmidt, Chuck Miller, Sean McDermott, 45 vessels in the parade.We appreciate the overwhelm-

(who was dressed as Godzilla), Mike Castelli, Donna ing support from the community!”

Mercurio, Brian Ward, Je Sanchez, James McGinty On the lead boat were Long and the newly installed

and Vito Sampogna. ey were joined by local residents, Cmdr. Louis Preikschat. Having the two commanders

both onshore and on private boats. together leading the procession started a few years ago,

e VFW has led this parade for several years now, and promises to become a VFW 5491 tradition.

Check back next week PHOTO: MAUREEN DALY

We have lots more photos from the town’s Independence Day activities. The VFW’s own Steve Stasiak participates in the parade in
costume.
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LEISURE
MAHOPAC MUSINGS 25
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PAGE 2 MAHOPAC NEWS MAHOPAC MUSINGS THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2021

The Staff Sunset Concert July 29- e Greyhounds (‘50s clinic on Saturday, July 17, from All dogs must be leashed and
Series and ‘60s rock and roll) 10 a.m.-noon. Sponsored by the controlled. Any dog that may be-
EDITORIAL TEAM Putnam County Department of come aggressive must be muzzled.
BOB DUMAS Presented by the Recreation Aug. 5-Patrick Perone and the Health, the clinic is being held Cats and ferrets must be in carri-
and Parks Dept., ursday nights, Blue Suede Rockers Show Band at Hubbard Lodge, 2880 Route ers - top loading carriers preferred,
EDITOR: 845-208-0774 7-9 p.m., Chamber Park, South (Elvis tribute) 9, Cold Spring and is open to all no harnesses. All animals must
[email protected] Lake Boulevard. Bring blankets Putnam County residents. be supervised by an adult with
and chairs and enjoy an evening of Aug. 12-Chatterbox 5 (Mo- the minimum number of people
ADVERTISING TEAM music under the stars. No charge. town, disco, oldies) Bring photo ID as proof of necessary. COVID-19 guidance
PAUL FORHAN CDC guidelines will be followed. Putnam County residency, as must be followed including so-
Free Rabies Vax well as proof of prior rabies vac- cial/physical distancing and face
(914) 806-3951 July 15-Soulmates (music Clinic cination. Tags are not acceptable. coverings are required. For more
[email protected] from the heart and soul) If you do not have proof of prior information and directions, please
Attention Putnam residents! rabies vaccination, your pet will call the Putnam County Depart-
BRUCE HELLER July 22-Andrea and the Arme- Bring your dogs, cats, and fer- receive a one-year rabies vaccine. ment of Health at (845) 808-
(914) 486-7608 nian Rug Riders (classic rock) rets to a free rabies vaccination 1390, ext. 43160.
[email protected]
Bethel Italian American
LISA KAIN Springvale Club
(201) 317-1139
[email protected] Inn e Italian American Club is
CORINNE STANTON now open to members and the
(914) 760-7009 Assisted Living Residence community for meetings and
[email protected] rentals. New members are wel-
come and meetings are monthly
JAY GUSSAK the rst Wednesday of each
(914) 299-4541 month. For more information, call
[email protected] Giulio Cefaloni,president,at 845-
JENNIFER CONNELLY 745-2655.
(917) 446-7757
[email protected] Farmers Market
SHELLEY KILCOYNE
(914) 924-9122 Quality . Value . Respect. e Carmel Farmers Mar-
[email protected] ket at Lake Mahopac will be
GABRIELLE BILIK Are you ready for the security of held Sunday, July 11, 9 a.m. to
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE/DESIGNER life in a friendly, welcoming community? 1 p.m., Chamber Park, South
[email protected] Lake Boulevard, Mahopac. Free
914-739-4404 x2204 admission. Come check out our
PRODUCTION TEAM market on Lake Mahopac! Shop
TABITHA PEARSON MARSHALL 62 Springvale Rd., Croton-on-Hudson, NY local and eat fresh. e Rec De-
partment will be sending out ven-
CREATIVE DIRECTOR dor information, weekly specials,
PHOTOGRAPHER and market updates on its Face-
book page, www.facebook.com/
[email protected] CFMatLakeMahopac.
CHRISTINA ROSE
ART DIRECTOR/ Book Barn Hours

DIGITAL PRODUCTION MANAGER CALL TEMPLE BETH SHALOM TODAY! Mahopac Book Barn at the
[email protected] library has reopened. e new
Hebrew School Registration is now open for FALL 2021 schedule: Tuesdays 11 a.m. - 2
EXECUTIVE TEAM p.m.; Wednesdays by appoint-
BRETT FREEMAN OUR RELIGIOUS SCHOOL ment only; ursdays 4-6:45 p.m.;
CEO & PUBLISHER üGrades K-7 and Saturdays 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Re-
845-208-8151 member: masks are required.
üFriendly & fun teaching environment
[email protected] üEngaging, hands-on & virtual lessons Friends of Music
Fundraiser
Deadlines LEARN ALL ABOUT
üHebrew Reading, Jewish Traditions, Mahopac Friends of Music is a
MAHOPAC NEWS DEADLINE parent volunteer group that sup-
THE DEADLINE FOR ADVERTISEMENTS History & Prayers ports the Mahopac High School
üJewish Holidays & Values Music Department to promote
AND EDITORIAL SUBMISSIONS FOR musical enrichment in our chil-
üJudaica Arts & Crafts dren’s lives.
MAHOPAC NEWS IS THE THURSDAY
BEFORE THE NEXT PUBLICATION DATE. 760 Route 6, Mahopac, NY tbsmahopac.org 845.628.6133 In the past we’ve raised funds
to enhance school-related musi-
FOR MORE INFORMATION, cal performances, help defray the
CALL BOB DUMAS AT costs of special workshops and to
give nancial scholarships to se-
845-208-0774 OR EMAIL nior students involved with music
[email protected]. programs at the high school. is
past year our usual fundraising ef-
Subscribe forts (bake sales, concession sales,
spiritwear) have been severely re-
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THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2021 MAHOPAC NEWS PAGE 11

The Most Common Sexually
Transmitted Disease: HPV

What you need to know about keeping yourself and your children safe

Ask the Doctor Q: What is the human papilloma virus (HPV)? drops in HPV-related cancers. Parents should discuss
A: HPV is a sexually transmitted virus. There are the optimal time for the vaccine with their pediatrician.
Dr. Adina Keller approximately 150 strains of the virus and nearly Some may decide to delay the vaccine until the middle
Associate Chief, 40 affect the genital area. Most HPV infections are teen years.
Obstetrics and Gynecology asymptomatic, which means that you may never know
Northern Westchester Hospital you were exposed. The majority of HPV strains do not Men and women, up to age 45, can get the HPV
cause any issues and will eventually go away on their vaccine. The CDC recommendation now includes men
Learn more about own. Some strains, however, can cause genital warts, and women up to age 45 – especially if they are dating,
Northern Westchester Hospital, cervical cancer, anal cancer and other cancers, widowed or have a new partner. If you’re interested in
visit nwh.northwell.edu including head and neck cancers. a vaccine, speak with your doctor.

The care and safety of our community during Q: Who is at risk? Q: Does my child really need this?
the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is our A: Studies have shown that almost everyone gets A: The answer is yes. You’re providing your children
top priority. We have put maximum safety exposed to HPV at some point in their lives. Some with something that will prevent cancer down the road.
measures in place to prevent exposure to studies have shown that up to 90% of college-aged So, if anybody has any concerns that they’re not doing
the coronavirus by anyone who comes to men women have been exposed to HPV. If you’re right by their child, think again. We have to assume that
the Hospital for emergency or scheduled dating someone and they say they’ve been “tested,” our children will become sexually active as they get
care. Don’t delay care. Please continue to please know that men cannot be tested for HPV. The older, therefore they need to be vaccinated. The HPV
wash your hands, wear a mask, and virus hides from our immune systems, so it will not vaccine has already been shown to markedly reduce the
practice social distancing. show up on a blood test. Women can be tested for HPV incidence of HPV infections in young adults.
by getting a pap smear, but there’s no test for men.
Did you know?
Q: What’s the best defense against HPV?
A: Condoms are the best defense against HPV, but even The CDC recommendation for the HPV
with condom use, the virus can still be transmitted to vaccine now includes men and women up
others. There is no cure for HPV, only prevention. That’s to age 45 – especially if they are dating,
why it’s so important for both boys and girls to get widowed or have a new partner.
vaccinated. Vaccines against HPV have sharply reduced
infections in men and women and will likely cause major

Piano Man at
The Country House

in Westchester

Music is one of the most enigmatic Valley, and “ e Piano Man” to e

pleasures of human existence — relax- Country House, can be seen tickling the

ing and transportive, yet requiring abso- ivories while playing a lively rendition

lutely no e ort whatsoever to enjoy. of “Roll Out the Barrel.” On other oc-

e sounds of sultry saxophones in a casions, a rousing “Twelfth Street Rag”

jazz hall or the bellowing vocals rever- is spilling out through the opened doors

berating in an opera house remind us of of the lobby, like a musical extravaganza.

the myriad of musical experiences that Music of long ago lls the rafters of

people love, and love to enjoy. ere is this makeshift musical arena as Mark

something about music that captures does his magic with his extraordinary

one’s heart and mesmerizes one’s mind talent and endless playlist of old-time

and it is these intangible feelings that tunes. He delights the residents with Dr. Mark Smoller is a resident of Putnam Valley and
inspire people to seek out melodies and songs that they had listened to in their “The Piano Man” at The Country House each week.
symphonies, brass bands and rock bands. youth, when rst falling in love, when
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE COUNTRY HOUSE
Whether 17 or 70, there is a universal marching o to World War II and

yearning for the sounds of music in our marching home again.

lives. e Country House, an assisted As Mark breaks out into a melli uous music, forever creeping into our hearts their minds and reinvigorate their spirits.

living in Yorktown Heights, NY, knows version of “Let Me Call You Sweetheart,” and minds and providing us with never

this all too well and is intent on keeping a murmur of recognition instantly lls ending pleasure and happiness. For an e Country House is a marketing partner

residents entertained and engaged with the room. Heads sway to the melody as hour each week, e Country House has of this newspaper. is article is written by

vibrant programming, including lots ngers keep time like batons. Residents, their own “Piano man” who transports e Country House, a 100 bed boutique

and lots of music. Regardless of culture who just a few minutes earlier may have the residents back to a time when they assisted living community, nestled amidst

or medical condition, residents internal- been lost in their own thoughts, now were young and spirited and full of joie a beautiful rustic landscape. It is located at

ize their own appreciation for music. have a light in their eyes, as they vividly de vivre. And for many, that feeling re- 2000 Baldwin Rd in Yorktown Heights,

On any given Tuesday afternoon, Dr. recall warm memories of long ago. mains until Mark returns the following NY. For more information, call 914-455-

Mark Smoller, a resident of Putnam How wonderful is this thing, called week with more songs that captivate 1363 or visit meridionsenior.com.

PAGE 12 MAHOPAC NEWS OPINION THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2021

Book club

SEASONAL others thought. e ‘rules’ of the book to spare. I drove past the destination and book at all.  It was about what child got
TIDBITS club was that once a month someone strategically parked in the neighborhood into college, who did not, troubles with
would pick a book, give their reason why to wait out the arrival of the others. As their in-laws and other out-of-town
LAURA they picked it and host the meeting at time ticked on, I began to wonder if I family members that were soon to visit
CAMPAGNA their house or place of choice and serve had the correct day.  After my 45-min and what problems their husbands were
something that was related to the theme stake out in the neighborhood, oth- causing them because ‘Men just don’t lis-
There are so many reasons I love of the book, if possible. Since I joined ers started to arrive. I guess they didn’t ten!’ I just listened, but wanted to stand
teaching young children. I love the club at the end of April, and St mark the time on their fridge calendar. I up and scream: “ Ladies! What about the
their smiles, enthusiasm, the look Patrick’s Day was around the corner, the watched three cars turn into the drive- book? Aren’t you upset about how the
of awe and questions when they experi- book of choice was an Irish author. I ran way before I followed.   main character dumped her husband and
ence something new. I love creating a to my bookshelf and was so happy when left her family? She just left to go nd
classroom environment that fosters inde- I spotted my copy of the book the host Walking to the door with the oth- herself !  Don’t you think that was hor-
pendent learning and becomes a home of the month suggested. It turned out to ers and clutching my copy of the book rible?” But I did not say a word; I just sat
away from home for them.  be an easy read, my favorite kind. I don’t I soon noticed that no one else was there for another two hours and listened
want to think too much, analyze what carrying a copy of the book.  ey had to the endless complaining. Finally, the
But if you ask me what I love the most the author is trying to say, I just want bags of all shapes and sizes and I heard next book was announced and I left.
about teaching, I would have to say the to become one with the characters and some clanking of bottles. I shrugged it
enjoy the story.  o and assumed their books were tucked Another month passed, and it was
rst and last day of school. I love the somewhere in those bags. once again time for the book club
rst day of school because it is one day e month went by fast, and as I meeting. I was not as excited to go as I
closer to the last day of school. I love the closed the book for the last time, I e hostess greeted us in a bright did not want to sit and listen to com-
last day of school, but not for the reason became excited to see what the others in green get up and shouted Happy St. plaining. But with my families urging,
everyone is thinking. I love it because it the club thought of the book. Were they Patrick’s Day!  She had decorated her I packed up my copy of the book and
is time for Summer reading!  A summer there happy with the main characters’ house everything green and it was went, and once again sat and listened to
reading list for kids from their teacher is decisions, were they surprised by the very festive. After everyone arrived, we the complaining of this and that, things
like being in a giant book club.  Every- turn of events that took place chapter were directed to the dining room table not related to the book.  I began to real-
one is reading the same book, and you after chapter? At precisely 5:30 on the for some treats. It was a very plentiful ize that not one of these women actually
get to come together and talk about it. circled date on my fridge calendar, I assortment of nger foods and open read the assigned book.  ese meetings
I once belonged to a book club. It grabbed my keys, my directions and bottles of di erent wines from the Napa were used as an excuse to get out once
was with about 10 women I had met book and loaded myself in the car and Valley region. I took a seat next to one a month. I never read another book for
through my daughter’s school. I was started the 20-min drive to my destina- of the women who was also holding that group again.
excited about the opportunity to read tion. I made sure I had enough time. I a copy of the book.  We smiled and
something new and discussing what did not want to arrive late for my rst began to chat about the book among My daughter has a friend, who noticed
meeting. Turns out, the drive only took ourselves.  e banter around the table my basement book shelf and commented
me 10 minutes and I had plenty of time began to grow, and I soon discovered
as I listened, that it was not about the SEE CAMPAGNA PAGE 17

Be part of our Home Foster Care!

We are looking for people in our community who would welcome one of our
guide dogs in training into their home and provide a safe, loving environment
after spending the day training with their Guide Dog Mobility Instructors. They
will be spending their weeknights and weekends with you. All veterinary care,
dog food, and supplies will be provided. Please consider volunteering.

For more details and requirements:

WEBSITE: GuidingEyes.org
EMAIL: [email protected]
PHONE: 845-230-6412

THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2021 OPINION MAHOPAC NEWS PAGE 13

Duck, duck, go

erty, and I thought they were where to be seen so I approached own the coop. the Moon: A Story of Life, Love,
the planter and peered in. “Honey,” I said to my husband and Kibble” is now available!
TRACY just admiring the view. Now when I went back to the house. W. Bruce Cameron, author of “A
ere was not one egg. ere “ e eggs are gone. What should Dog’s Purpose says he is “...utterly
I realized they were actually were not two eggs. we do?” charmed by the whole thing, cover
He shrugged. “Have cereal?” to cover.” Get your copy at Amazon,
BECKERMAN casing the joint. I guess they ere were no eggs. Barnes and Noble, or your favorite
It seemed that for whatever Tracy’s new book, “Barking at online bookstore.
decided my owerpot was reason, the ducks had packed up
in the middle of the night and
the perfect spot for their new

lakefront home, owers be

damned. Unfortunately, now

Irecently wrote about having that there was an egg in-
a duck curse.
I’m not going to go into volved, I couldn’t really chase the
ducks away. I decided to live and
let duck and walked away.

details, but there were a num- e next day I walked quietly

ber of bizarre duck instances in down to the lake. ere were

and around our new house that no ducks around, so I gured

forced me to consult an online they were out doing duck things

curse removal expert. She did elsewhere. I peered into the nest

some cursing, which I guess is and that’s when I saw it.

how you remove a curse, and Two eggs.

then my curse was gone. “We have two eggs now,”

Or so it seemed. I said to my husband. “What

“Honey,” I said to my hus- should we do?”

band as I inspected all the new “Frittata?” he said. I socked

planters I had put out around him.

the house and down by the lake. “No, really.”

“Someone ripped out some of “Just leave them alone,” he

my owers and threw them on said. “ ere’s probably going to

the ground. Look!” be a lot more and we don’t want

He walked over to where I to scare her away.”

was pointing and nodded his “More?” I said. “We’re going

head. to need a bigger planter.”

I peered into the back of the I did have some concern

planter to inspect the holes that now that things could get out

were left. And that’s when I saw of control. I had no idea how

it. aggressive ducks could be when

An egg. they were protecting their eggs.

And not just any egg. A duck What if they tried to attack me?

egg. How would people react if I told

“Honey, we have an egg,” I them I was attacked by an angry

said. mother mallard? Had anyone

“An egg?” ever been duck-billed to death

“Yes, a duck egg, I assume. before? And most importantly,

What should we do?” would a duck protection agency

“Make an omelette?” he said. I take away my right to play

socked him. Duck, Duck, Goose?

I guess I shouldn’t have been ese were the things that

completely surprised we had a were keeping me up at night.

duck egg. Earlier that week, I On the third day I went down

had noticed a mallard couple to the lake, prepared to see a

swimming in front of our prop- third egg. Both ducks were no-















THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2021 MAHOPAC NEWS PAGE 21

Byrne, PAC, honor Assembly
art competition winner

Alexandra Weiss, an eighth- in a positive way, and then watch- Teachers, students, and guard-
grader in Mahopac Middle ing them view their artwork in a ians seeking to learn more about
School, took second place in the professional gallery was truly re- how they can participate next
state’s 94th Assembly District’s markable,” he continued. “ is year should contact Byrne’s o ce
was our rst ever Assembly Art at 845-278-2923.
rst ever Assembly Art Com- Competition, and it will not be Article courtesy of Assemblyman
petition. Eligible contestants our last. I’m grateful to the Put- Byrne’s O ce.
included students in grades 5-8 nam Arts Council for its partner-
from both Westchester and Put- ship and I look forward to mak- Assemblyman Byrne
nam Counties within the assem- ing this an annual tradition for with Alexandra Weiss
bly district. our young people in the district.”
PHOTO COURTESY OF
Participating students created Joyce Picone, president and MAHOPAC SCHOOL DISTRICT
and submitted artwork inspired executive director of the Putnam
by New York State history and Arts Council, said her group was We Carry A Complete Line of
government. e Putnam Arts more than happy to exhibit the BioGuard Pool Treatments
Council (PAC) displayed the artwork created by middle school See Our Dolphin
artwork at its A. Eric Arctander students throughout Byrne’s dis- Robotic Vacuums!
Gallery so students, family, and trict.
visitors could view the artwork
during the weeks leading up to “I have been involved on many
the ceremony held last Sunday. occasions with the Congressio-
nal High School competition
“ roughout the pandemic, and am so pleased that this has
our young people, like all of become a new opportunity for
us, have been forced to endure younger emerging artists,”Picone
through new unforeseeable chal- said. “Our council members who
lenges,” said Assemblyman Kev- served as judges were all thor-
in Byrne (R, C-Mahopac), who oughly impressed with the excep-
hosted the ceremony honoring tional artwork presented by each
the winners. of the contestants. It was a plea-
sure to partner with the assem-
“Harnessing their creative blyman and his o ce in support
abilities through the arts is one of of this wonderful arts endeavor. I
many ways they have been able to look forward to continuing this
engage with peers, develop their event in future years.”
skills, and express themselves.
Congress has long conducted an Weiss took second place for
art competition for high school her mixed media piece titled
aged students, but we know our “Time Stands Still.” Best in
younger middle-school-aged Show went to Gabby Pena, an
students can be just as creative. eighth grader at George Fischer
Middle School in Carmel, for her
is competition allowed us to mixed media piece titled “Harriet
celebrate that. Tubman.”

“Encouraging our young peo-
ple to use their creative abilities

MUSINGS APARPR

FROM PAGE 2 PUBLICITY WITH PERSONALITY

scholarships for our seniors who have given so much of their time and Public Rela ons For...
talent to providing musical magic for our school and our community. Businesses | Individuals | Organiza ons | Events

e awards will be given at a special ceremony at the end of the school Your Message Is Our Mission
year and can be used in any way the student sees t. We would be most
grateful for any donation that you can give. Leave Your Message Here...
(914) 275-6887 | bruceaparpr@ gmail.com
Go to https://www.gofundme.com and search Mahopac Friends of
Music. at will take you to the scholarship fund drive. BRUCE APAR

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Putnam County Executive MaryEllen Odell is pleased to an-
nounce that the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) is
now available for tenants in Putnam County who have been unable
to pay their rent due to loss of income as a result of COVID-19. If
you or a member of your household lost income or received unem-
ployment bene ts due to loss of work due to COVID-19, you may
be eligible. To see if you are eligible, and to apply for these funds visit
OTDA.NY.GOV/ERAP or call (844) NY1 Rent (844 691-7368).

MHS Track Hours

Due to the need to maintain social distance during both the school
day and after school athletic team practices, the MHS track will be
open to the public on weeknights from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., mornings
from 5:30 a.m. to 7 a.m. and on weekends. e track will be closed
during all school athletic events.

PAGE 22 MAHOPAC NEWS THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2021

SHOWCASE OBITUARIES

YOUR BUSINESS Margaret Cardillo

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hopac passed away on June
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rolama “Mimma” Tumminello, Maria and brother-in-law Nunzio Consigliati,
in-laws Frank and Carol Cardillo and Victor and Kathy Cardillo, many nieces,
nephews and dear friends.

Margaret was a member of St. Pius X Church choir and a sister at Antonio
Meucci Lodge in White Plains. Margaret loved to sing, dance, cook, play tennis
and most of all, spend time with her family and friends.

Visitation was held on June 29 at Yorktown Funeral Home. Funeral Mass
was on June 30 at St. Pius X in Scarsdale, followed by a police escort by mul-
tiple Westchester police departments to Rose Hill Cemetery in Putnam Valley.

In lieu of owers, Margaret asked for donations in her honor be made to St.
Judes Children’s Hospital.

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