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Joseph Gelish Obituary

GELISH - Joseph F., of Huntington Station on December 7, 2007. Alumnus Mt. St. Mary's College '52, Past President Metropolitan Route Dealers Association, Active Member St. Elizabeth Parish. Beloved husband of Helen. Devoted father of George, William, Joseph. Cherished father-in-law of Terri. Loving grandfather of Dana, Eva, Robert, Joseph, Stephanie. Visitation Saturday, Sunday and Monday 2-5 and 7-9PM. M.A. Connell Funeral Home 934 New York Ave. Huntington Station. Mass Tuesday 9:30AM St. Elizabeth Church.

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Published by Newsday on Dec. 8, 2007.

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Chris Papiano

January 13, 2008

Dearest Helen (Gabby), I haven't heard from you in so long I was worried and began searching. When I came accross this, I was saddened to hear you had experienced this loss.

My sincere condolences to you and your family,

Love,

Chris

Karen Roy Edwards

December 14, 2007

Sorry to hear about your loss.
Our thoughts are with you.

Karen and Roy

Katherine De George

December 12, 2007

Dear Family of Joe Gelish,
Our heartfelt prayers remain with you during this time of sorrow and loss. Joe was a great guy - larger than life in his presence and in his enthusiasm. He will always be remembered as an integral part of the parish family of St. Elizabeth in Melville. His humor, the twinkle in his eyes, his intelligence, and his kindness will never be forgotten.

Know that our love and prayers remain with you today and always.

Una and Kathy De George

Father Guy Selvester

December 11, 2007

My sincere condolences on your loss. I will remember to say mass for the repose of his soul.

Patricia Selvester

December 10, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Joe. I know God will be good to him.

Marie Wohlrab

December 10, 2007

Dear Helen and Family, I am sooo sorry to hear of the passing of Joseph. I enjoyed the conversations we had in the past years regarding travel and every day life. He was a very wise man and will be deeply missed. If I can ever do anything please dont hesitate to call or email me....With Heartfelt Sympathies and prayers, Marie Wohlrab Austin Travel/RE/MAX Realtors

Frances and Natalie Guinta

December 10, 2007

Our sincere condolences on Joseph's passing.

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