Obituaries

Joseph Ginex

Joseph Ginex, formerly of Plainview, died Sept. 24 at his home in Riverhead. He was 76.

Born Feb. 16, 1936, in Brooklyn to Maria and Ignazio Ginex, he worked as a patrolman for the N.Y.P.D. He was also an artist who loved music and gardening, family members said.

Mr. Ginex is survived by his wife, Nancy (née Bruno); his son, Paul; and his sister, Caroline Gravino.

Visiting hours will take place Friday, Sept. 28, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at McLaughlin Heppner Funeral Home in Riverhead. A service will be held Saturday, Sept. 29, at St. Isidore R.C. Church, Bishop Emil Wcela officiating, followed by interment at St. John’s Cemetery, both in Riverhead.

Donations may be made to East End Hospice.