Barbara Athanas, elementary teacher in Dickinson Avenu School for over 20 years, passed away on January 14 at the age of 76. Barbara is survived by her husband Andrew; her children Lauren, Neuse and Ryan; and two grandchildren.

Visitation was Thursday, January 16 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at The Brueggemann Funeral Home, 522 Larkfield Road, EastNorthport. After a funeral service at 8 p.m. the family invited people to share memories of Barbara.

Graveside service on Friday, January 17 ay 11:00 a.m. at Pinelawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to the American Cancer Society online or by mail, 75 Davids Drive, Hauppauge, New York 11788