Thursday, November 30, 0002
Dear Rose and family, I am a former classmate of Henry and wish to extend my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. I used to live in Ridgewood and occasionally during a shopping tour I would either bump into Henry along the street or see him in MacHugh's although I couldn't buy much there since our budget was tight. He was such a gentlemen and a pleasure to chat with and each time there was a reunion I would hope to see him. Well he did attend our 60th and he happened to sit at our table so I finally got my wish and enjoyed chatting with him. I happened to be on the committee for that reunion and did put a little note on the notice in the hopes he would attend. Henry was on of the first fellows I met in HHS and we sat alphabetically in homeroom so I sat near him! We used to attend Bibletown in Boca Raton, FL and I know your parents the Scordato's and always thought maybe I would find Henry visiting the in-laws. It was a shock to read his obituary. I am sure he will be missed by everyone who knew him and especially you and the children. Sincerely, Bea (Streelman) Belanus
