A grand day for a grand lady

The West Hempstead Historical Society, along with Karl Riesterer, Jr. and Dr. Joseph Bacigalupo, hosted a 95th birthday luncheon for Helen Duryea a...

June 8, 2023
3:44 AM

The West Hempstead Historical Society, along with Karl Riesterer, Jr. and Dr. Joseph Bacigalupo, hosted a 95th birthday luncheon for Helen Duryea at the Venus Restaurant in early May. Helen was very touched by the gathering of members and dear friends. She enjoyed her 95th birthday tiara and sash and the beautiful carrot cake provided by Riesterer's Bakery. But her ultimate birthday surprise was the rendering of a bench in her honor, which will be installed in front of the Riesterer Bakery this summer.