Obituary: Frank S. Bonura, MD

In Memoriam Frank S. Bonura, MD

Frank S. Bonura, MDSmithtown, New York, November 2, 2024 - Frank Bonura, MD, beloved physician who touched countless lives in more than five decades of providing healthcare to Long Island women, died on October 31, 2024 after a brief illness. His energy was boundless, his knowledge endless and his dedication to his patients unparalleled. Maintaining his Smithtown medical practice for 55 years, Dr. Bonura was happiest when treating patients, which he did well into his eighth decade.

Born in Queens, New York, Dr. Bonura served in the United States Air Force Reserves, achieving the rank of Captain. He earned his medical degree at the University of Rome and completed a rotating internship, following by a residency in obstetrical and gynecological pathology at The Brooklyn Hospital. Dr. Bonura also completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at The Brooklyn Cumberland Medical Center.

Shortly thereafter, he and his wife, Lenith (Leni) moved to Smithtown, where he established a solo OB-GYN practice. Over the next 35 years, he would deliver close to 10,000 babies, often caring for multiple generations of women and delivering the babies of women whom he had delivered.

In 1978, Dr. Bonura joined the academic staff at Stony Brook School of Medicine, as an associate professor teaching obstetrics and gynecology. In 1979, he was named Chairman and Director of OB-GYN at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital, a position he continued to hold after the hospital became known as St. Catherine of Siena Hospital. He established the osteoporosis program at St. Catherine’s in 1998.

He stopped delivering babies in 2004, and shifted the focus of his OB-GYN practice to caring for women before and during menopause. In his typical style, he devoted himself to becoming an expert in this field by attending national meetings dedicated to menopause, reading the latest studies on the topic, and eventually writing articles and a textbook chapter on menopause. 

In 2018 Dr. Bonura was named director of menopausal health and osteoporosis at St. Catherine. As one of the only physicians in the region to be certified by the North American Menopause Society, Dr. Bonura was passionate about helping women navigate the symptoms that commonly appear at this stage of life. 

When Covid-19 struck, he continued to treat patients, adding telehealth to his repertoire. He also began hosting monthly educational lectures on Zoom to share his vast knowledge about a range of common women’s health topics: weight management, urinary tract infections, breast cancer, vaginal symptoms, hot flashes, and more. More recently he began offering remote educational lectures to women through the Huntington library system. 

Dr. Bonura was as committed to his own health as he was to his patients’. He regularly played tennis, lifted weights, practiced yoga and took spinning classes. He credited his wife, Leni, with keeping him in good shape by feeding him a healthy Mediterranean diet, which he recommended to his patients. 

In addition to his wife of more than 55 years, he is survived by two sons: Frank (James Pollock) Bonura and Christopher Bonura.

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 8, from 2 – 4 pm and 7 – 9 pm at the Branch Funeral Home in Smithtown. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, November 9 at 9:45 am at St. Patrick’s RC Church in Smithtown with interment to follow at St. Patrick’s Cemetery. 

Obituary Norman Lee Andina

Norman Lee Andina — August 17, 1938 – September 9, 2024

Norman Andina, previously of Hauppauge and a long-time resident of Zephyrhills, Riverview, and Valrico, Florida, passed away on Monday, Sep 9^th while on vacation in Brookneal, Va.  He was preceded in death by wife Marie (Schneider) Andina in 2017, daughter Kory Lee Andina in 2009, and his sister Patricia Schultz of FL in 2023.

He was born on August 17^th, 1938 in Bridgeport, CT.  He grew up in Queens, NY, summered in Forestburgh, NY, graduating from P.S. 133 and Jamaica High School in Queens, NY.

He met Marie, his future wife, while they were both working at Airborne Instruments Labs in Farmingdale, NY.  A strong courtship was followed by their marriage on March 14, 1965.  They enjoyed many trips on their Harley Davidson motorcycles in the New York and New England area.

Living in Hauppauge, NY for 24 years, they raised their children, Karl, Lara, and Kory Lee.  He also worked at DynaEmpire, Grumman Aircraft, Hydrosystems, and Gould where he climbed the ladder as a machinist, draftsman, designer, and then manager for several teams working on simulators for ships, aircraft, and other industrial systems.

A love of camping and the outdoors led the family to enjoy tenting, followed up by use of a pop-up camper across Long Island, upstate NY, and up & down the East coast.

Norman was very active in the Boy Scout organization, as the Scoutmaster of Hauppauge’s Troop 343 for 10 years.  He mentored and guided many a young man on the trail, from when they first entered Boy Scouting to attaining the rank of Eagle Scout (the highest rank that a youth can earn in Scouting), as well as all of the ranks in between.  Under his leadership and guidance, 17 young men earned their wings and became Eagle Scouts. He has stayed in touch with many of the Scouts (now adults with children and grandchildren) and Scouting volunteers over the years…most recently enjoying lunch with some of them while visiting New York in August.  He never left Long Island until he had at least one “Jim Dandy” ice cream sundae at Friendly’s!!!

Following a change in employment in 1989, the family moved to Valrico, Fla., where he worked for Contraves-SSI and then transitioned to a second career in environmental services / compliance.  He dedicated some of his time in retirement as an Usher / Elder at the Our Savior Lutheran Church, served as a Guardian Ad Litem for the State of Florida, donated over 6 gallons of blood to a local blood bank over the years, and served in several HOA positions at the Tropical Acres Estates in Zephyrhills, Fla.

He is survived by son Karl (Nancy) Andina of Ca, daughter Lara Michelle Andina of NY, sister Kathy (William) Lane of OH, niece Linda (Jerry) Paradise of Fla, nephew Brad (Amy) Cormier of Oh, and godson James Tintle of Fla.  The next generation includes three grandchildren Zachary, Harrison and Savanna Andina; step-grandchildren Sean (Katie) Smith of Ca, and Shannon (Michael) Brandow of Wa.  And five great-grandchildren (Keira, Sullivan, Ender, Atlas, and Ronin), six grand-nieces and nephews (Heather, Emma, Connor, Aidan, Jack, and Kathleen), and two God-nieces (Haley and Cassandra).

Celebrations of life are being planned in Fla. on Sun, Nov 10^th and at a future date in NY (details will be provided at a later time).

Memorial gifts may be made to Boy Scout Troop 343 of Hauppauge, NY via Boy Scout Troop 343 c/o Assistant Scoutmaster Phyllis Stein, 674 Town Line Road, Hauppauge, NY  11788.

Obituary Walter Leonard Kohlhoff

Walter Leonard Kohlhoff died peacefully with his children by his side on April 6, 2024, in Hernando, Florida. He was just shy of celebrating his 90th birthday this coming July.  Walter was married to the love of his life, Arlene, for 53 years and raised their six children in Smithtown, NY. They were long time members of Saint Andrews Lutheran Church in Smithtown.

 

After graduating from Stevens University in Hoboken, Walter had a successful 38-year career at Grumman Aerospace in Bethpage, NY. Most of his career was spent working on the Gulfstream I-IV. He enjoyed working with Rolls Royce, especially in the United Kingdom.  Before working for Grumman, he worked for Fairchild Republic. During his retirement, he continued to read endless articles and books in his field and followed current events and all sports avidly.

 

Walter enthusiastically moved to Florida in 2023 for the year-round sunshine and to be closer to his daughter, Linda. He lived happily at Grand Living in Citrus Hills surrounded by new friends, an amazing staff and warm weather. Walter was a competitive bridge player. He was a Ruby Life Master with 2158.63 Master Points.  He was recently working toward the next level of 2500 Gold Life Master. Walter ran games and played at the Smithtown Bridge Club for over 40 years. He continued to play bridge online with his bridge partners all over the world. Bridge and daily crossword puzzles kept Walter’s brain sharp. 

 

Throughout the years, Walter enjoyed cruising with his wife, his sister, and his brother and sister-in-law. He was extremely proud to tell everyone how he took 54 cruises! At 86 years of age, Walter decided to get the car of his dreams. He loved his white Camaro and was the coolest Grandpa on the road!

 

Walter is survived by his sister, Joanne, his sister in law, Ethel and his six children, James (Margo,) William (Ann), Michael (Celeste) , Steven (Pam), Eric (Shari) and Linda (Susan) as well as his 10 grandchildren Lauren, Lindsay, Angela (Tom), Mark, Christina, Alec, Lucy, Sophie, Eli and Abby.  He is reunited with his wife Arlene, his brother Robert, and his parents Walter and Lorraine. May Walter rest in peace after a long and happy life filled with family, friends and much love. 

Obituary Saul Stein

Saul Stein - 1942-2024 Saul Stein - 1942-2024 Saul Stein, 81, a dedicated and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and accomplished CPA died on February 18th, 2024 after a lengthy battle with Multiple System Atrophy, Parkinson type (MSA-P).

Saul was born November 19,1942 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Samuel H. and Lee Stein. He graduated from Kings Park High School (1960) and then went on to graduate from Southern Illinois University (1965). His professional journey included many executive financial positions including Chief Financial Officer in the restaurant business and cosmetic companies.

Saul was sought after by many as a confidant for knowledge and advice, and could be counted on to support a family member or friend in need.

He very much enjoyed cars, motorcycles, sports, fishing, boating, dogs, golfing, coaching, and was a Kings Park High School soccer star and wrestler, coming in third in New York State for wrestling.

Most of all, he was a family man. He leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Saul is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Denise Stein, and his four children -  Michael Stein (NJ), Robert (Dana) Stein (NJ),  Laura (Bob) Levin (NC) and Jeffrey Stein (NJ) -  and six grandchildren Matthew, Samantha, Jordan, Emerson, Anderson and Addison. He is also survived by his brothers David (Phyllis) Stein of Hauppauge and Norman (Leslie)  Stein (NC), and his loyal protective Golden Doodle, Summer.

Services were held on February 21 at  Schoem’s Menorah Chapel in Paramus, NJ with burial in Mahwah, NJ.  In honor of Saul Stein’s memory, contributions can be made in his honor to the MSA coalition here:  

https://support.multiplesystematrophy.org/fundraiser/5284630 

Obituary Donald E. Woodford

With profound sorrow and cherished memories, we announce the passing of our beloved brother, Donald E. Woodford, who graced this world with his presence and charm until October 17, 2023.   Don was born on November 30, 1964, in Smithtown, NY to Richard A. Woodford and Margaret D. Woodford.

He brought joy and laughter to all those who were fortunate enough to know him.  His talents in both the theater and sports, coupled with his contagious laugh, quick wit, and sense of humor, left an indelible mark on the hearts of everyone he encountered.

From an early age, Don discovered his passion for the arts as a student in St. Patrick’s School in Smithtown. He participated in many unforgettable performances such as “The Sound of Music,” “The King and I,” and “A Chorus Line.”  He also performed with a theater group who took part in many performances at the Staller Center at SUNY Stony Brook. His ability to breathe life into characters left a lasting impression on the theater community and all who had the pleasure of witnessing his performances.

In addition to theater, Don was an exceptional athlete excelling in both basketball and baseball in St. Anthony’s High School.  Don was an outstanding left-handed pitcher and power-hitter.  His performance on the diamond was often reported in the local newspapers and Major League scouts were regulars on the days Don took the mound. After graduating in 1982 he was awarded a baseball scholarship to attend Le Moyne College.

Sadly, during his first year of college, Don became mentally ill with schizophrenia. The diagnosis was devastating to us all, especially our mom and dad who had dreams of Don’s promising future. Don worked hard to manage and persevere through his mental illness. He found solace and comfort in his group home in Holtsville where he made lifelong friends and had amazing caretakers.  The group home was a saving grace providing a great environment for Don.

Don’s favorite things included buying gifts for his housemates, visiting with his family, and going to the Palace Diner for lamb chops and calamari.  He loved going to Montauk, celebrating holidays, especially his birthday.  We cannot forget his love of playing the lottery at his local stationery store where he was affectionately known for taking excessive amounts of time perfecting his lottery picks and often won!!  Don’s favorite methods of greeting everybody was saying “What’s Up” or “Cool” or giving an enthusiastic fist bump.

Don will be remembered for all of his heart he shared with family and friends, his zest for every day, sense of humor and positive spirit and kindness.  Rest in peace sweet brother, you will live in our hearts and memories forever.

Don is survived by his brother Richard (Judy), sisters Barbara (John), Peggy (Tom) and Sue (Jeff). Also, his niece Kate (Kevin), and nephews John (Katelyn), Tim (Becca), Nicholas and Jack. He was predeceased by both of his parents. Arrangements for Donald E. Woodford https://moloneyfh.com/obituary/donald-e-woodford/