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Benjamin Ferrara Obituary

FERRARA - Benjamin, on August 14, 2008, in his 94th year. A longtime resident of Roslyn Heights, beloved husband of the late Philomena. Devoted father to Grace Cole, Philip Ferrara and father-in-law to Susan Ferrara. Cherished grandfather to Michael and Jennifer Cole and Sarah and Benjamin Ferrara. Caring brother to Anthony, Marie, Rose and Pauline. Treasured uncle to many nieces and nephews. Loving friend to many. Proud WWII Veteran and active member of VFW Post 5253. Friends may call at the Roslyn Heights Funeral Home Inc., 75 Mineola Ave Roslyn Heights, NY Saturday 6-9pm and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8pm. Funeral Mass Monday, St. Aidans R.C. Church, Williston Park. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Benjamin's name to your favorite charity.

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Published by Newsday on Aug. 16, 2008.

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