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William Lavin Obituary

LAVIN - William J. of Carle Place on September 22, 2008. Devoted son of the late William and Rose Lavin. Cherished husband of Audrey. Loving brother of the late John Lavin. William was a professional Golf Instructor and a member of the PGA. William was also a Financial Planner and a proud member of the Garden City Country Club. William leaves a legacy of many friends that will miss him dearly. Family will receive friends on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the Donohue Cecere Funeral Home located at 290 Post Ave. Westbury, NY. (516)334-2424. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Hope R.C. Church, Carle Place on Friday at 10:30am. Interment following at Holy Rood Cemetery.

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Published by Newsday on Sep. 24, 2008.

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Ann Staab Morgan

September 24, 2008

Dear Audrey,
I'm so sorry about your lost and think about you often. May God be with you in your time of need and I will try to contact you in a few weeks. You are in my prayers.

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