Hilda Strauss

STRAUSS - Hilda (Krauss), of Ronkonkoma N.Y., formerly of Roslyn Heights and Westbury passed away on June 15, 2009, in her 90th year. Adored mother of Richard (Leslie) Strauss and Elisabeth (John) Denes. Cherished grandmother of Jessica (Chris) Hunt, Jeanine (Brian) Murphy, Abigail (Eric) Rice, and Jason (Kristy) Denes. Adored Gigi of Michael, Madeline, Isabel, and Samuel. She was loved by extended family across the country. Upon the death of her beloved husband Jean, Hilda went back to school, graduated with honors from Hofstra and enjoyed a teaching career for over 35 years. She also became a master bridge player, was an accomplished pianist and piano teacher. She performed at Carnegie Hall as a teenager. Reposing Wednesday 12-1pm, service 1pm at O.B. Davis Funeral Homes, 2326 Middle Country Road, Centereach, NY. Interment Mt. Ararat Cemetery.