Benjamin P. Zabicki, Jr

Benjamin P. Zabicki, Jr., 68, entered into eternal peace on Saturday, May 9, 2010 in Sea Cliff, NY. He was born on July 28, 1946 in Manhasset, NY, to Benny P. and Irene Zabicki. Ben was preceded in death by his parents, and is survived by his brother, William Zabicki and wife Donna of San Antonio, TX; his sister Judith Zabicki of Glen Head, NY; his nephew, CMDR William Zabicki, Jr., USN, and wife Lori of Keller, TX and their children, Ben and Marlee; niece Karen Engates and husband John of San Antonio, TX, and their children Lauren and Morgan; and niece Kelly Martin and her children Travis, Brody and Matthew of Keller, TX. A graduate of Manhasset High School, Ben was a proud veteran of military service with the US Navy during the Vietnam War. His love of country, animals, and the beauty of Nature were his trademarks. He was a loving son, brother, uncle and great uncle, a true friend to many and was always willing to help others in their times of need. He was an accomplished photographer, and the sharing of his work with friends and family are cherished reminders of his love for the art.
A memorial visitation will be held from 6 – 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, at Whitting Funeral Home, 300 Glen Cove Avenue, Glen Head NY 11545. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 am on Thursday, May 21, at St. Boniface Martyr Church, 145 Glen Avenue, Sea Cliff, NY 11579. Interment with military honors will be held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, TX.
All are invited to add your condolence at www.whitting.com.