Warnken, Ernest

Retail consultant, world class typist, writer, and served 4 ½ years during World War II in the US Army. Half of his service time was served overseas in the American Theater of Operations and the European Theater of Operations. His decorations included a Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal, European-African-Middle East with five campaign stars and a bronze arrowhead, American Theater of Operations, American Defense and Victory Medals, as well as, New York State Conspicuous Service Cross. He served on his Church Council and many church committees. He was director of the Long Island Lutheran High School Association, scout leader, and director of championship Junior Fife & Drum Corps. He is a member of the American Legion Press Association and the New York State Legion Press Association, and was editor of a multiple award winning newsletters for American Legion Post 86 in Bethpage. He was commander for five years, and he is "Legionnaire of the Year" for Nassau County and the 10th District New York State. He is a Life Member and officer of Butehorn Bros. Post 4987, Veteran of Foreign Wars of U. S. Married Patricia (nee McMullan) for 50 years and had three sons. Died, July 29, 2001. (Obituaries - BETHPAGE TRIBUNE August 3-9, 2001)