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Michael D'Auria Obituary

D'AURIA - Michael M., of Brookville on August 1, 2007. Devoted husband of Joan (nee Lebkuecher). Loving father of Denise Roche and her husband Michael. Cherished grandfather of Michael, Johanna and Natalie. Dear brother of Mary Ann Mandriota and Rita Scro. Former Justice of the Supreme Court of New York and County Judge of Nassau County. Former Republican Town Chairman of the Town of Oyster Bay, and Republican Leader of Plainview. Charter member of both the Plainview American Legion and the VFW Posts. Having been awarded Life Membership in both organizations. First Chairman of the Plainview Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony, a post which he held for many years. World War II Army veteran who served in the Pacific Theater. Retired as a Brig. General. Former International Youth Coordinator of Kiwanis International and District Administrator of Kiwanis Youth Group for 25 years. Honorary Governor of Kiwanis, New York State. Recipient of the Key of Honor. Life Member and the Past Commodore of the Huntington Yacht Club. Former Flotilla Commander of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and Division Public Education Officer. Former President of the Nassau County Lawyers Conference and recipient of numerous awards for services to attorneys. Former Senior Vice President of the New York Institute of Technology. Member of the Board of Directors of Hicksville Chamber of Commerce and was elected Hicksville's Small Business Person of the year in 2005. Reposing Thursday 7-9PM and Friday 2-5 and 7-9PM at the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Homes, Hicksville Chapel 47 Jerusalem Ave (2 blocks south L.I.RR. corner of West Marie Street). Mass Saturday 10:00AM at St. Paul the Apostle R.C. Church. Entombment Holy Rood Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made in his name to Kiwanis Memorial Scholarship, New York District Foundation, P.O. Box 8, Sayville, NY 11782, or Futures in Education Foundations.

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Published by Newsday on Aug. 2, 2007.

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Geoffrey Colton

September 17, 2007

My deepest condolences to Joan and Denise. Many fond memories of our boating days on Huntington Harbor with all of you and my Mom & Dad. He was a great man.

Matthew Schure

August 22, 2007

Dear Joan, Denise and family,

I write to express deepest condolences on Mike's passing. He cared deeply about the members of the New York Institute of Technology community, and particularly about the many police officers studying at the college. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely,

Matt Schure

Gene Greaves

August 14, 2007

Joan, my deepest condolences to you and your family. It was an honor to have known Mike. My father, God rest his soul, always had the kindest words for him.

Fr Bob and PT & Marie Wagenseil

August 8, 2007

Dear Joan and Denise,
Mike was truly one of my heroes when I was a boy, and his courage and integrity continued to inspire me as an adult. We are offering all Masses this coming Sunday for the repose of his soul, and will continue to remember him and you in our prayers each day.

Dr. Maryse Prezeau

August 6, 2007

Dear Michael,
I will never forget the assistance that you extended to me at NYIT in the late 1970's. You opened many doors to many professionals who went on to enjoy great careers. May the angels carry you throughout your journey and take you to a place of peace and serenity. And may your family find solace in the knowledge that you had a great life.
Maryse Prezeau, Ph.D.
Woodbury, NY

Eddie and Madeline Froehlich

August 4, 2007

Eddie and I would like to extend our sympathy to Joan and her family on the death off Mike. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

James Gilmour

August 4, 2007

We are saddened to hear of the passing of a great friend and neighbor. Mike will be thought of at 5:00 every day at Sansovino. Our condolences to Joan and Family.
Jim and Jan

Jim Verro

August 3, 2007

It is still hard to believe the news. I have know Judge Mike, Joan & Denise for nearly 35 years. I got to know Judge Mike and family well during my Key Club days in the early 70's and fortunately for me, I was able to continue that friendship into my college days on Long Island and beyond. He has always been a gracious and generous person and someone to look up to. I have many fond memories of Judge Mike that I often share with my family. The world won't be the same without him. Today, I share the pain and sorrow of Joan, Denise and her family, as well as that of Rita and Mary Ann. My family will be with your family both in spirit as well as in person this weekend for Judge Mike's services.

Nelson Raust

August 3, 2007

I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Judge Mike was a big part of my life for the three years I was in Key Club. I still, after all these years, think about the advice he gave me from time to time. One of his greatest strengths was to trust us, as high school students, to run the organization. He did not try to exert too much control as is the natural desire for high school advisors. He always had a kind word to say when times were difficult or when we made mistakes.

May God bless his family and friends during this difficult time.

Nelson A. Raust
Key Club Lt. Governor, Mohawk South 1979-80
Key Club Governor, 1980-81
Governor,

Edie Addison

August 2, 2007

Mrs.D, Denise &Family,

I am so saddened to hear of Judge Mike's passing!! He was SUCH an incredible person! What he did for young people is immeasurable. Because of him, I came out of my shell- I was extremely shy. I was able to become a leader in High School, College and as an adult in my community. I am a successful business woman. I am able to stand up for what is right and help many others do the same. This is all because of Judge Mike. Even through tough times, we kept in touch throughout over 20 years. I have not lost touch with you throughout those years. I can look back and honestly say that my Key Club years were the BEST years of my life!!!! I owe it to Judge Mike!!!
Thank you, Mrs.D and Denise for opening your home and hearts to SO many youth! Your family has made the difference to so many people! He will be truly missed!!!!!!! I have shed a lot of tears for him and also a lot of laughter thinking back on all the fun times!
I will continue to stay in touch! I hope you know just how special the world is because of Judge Mike!!
All my love,
Edie Addison
Glens Falls, NY
Past Lt. Gov. --1983, 1984

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