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Tiir mi STORY i ft fALM btAUH POST WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2003 ramps at Southern, Belvedere to open soon Richard Olmstead Jenkins stockbroker, lifelong artist PalmBeachPost.com Get live traffic and construction updates. funnel traffic directly to Palm Beach International Airport. But that's months away. The new $200 million interchange at PBIA will not be completed until late next summer, more than six months behind schedule. The next major change is set to take place in a couple of months.

After the new 1-95 bridge over Mercer Avenue is completed, southbound traffic will shift to new lanes in the middle of the highway. Construction crews will demolish the old bridge over Belvedere and build a new span. They also will finish the flyover that will take traffic from the airport to northbound 1-95. A portion of the flyover has been hanging over the highway for nearly two years. chuckmcginnesspbpost.com few hours later full 'iiV Born in (iuWtf N.Y., Mr.

Jenkins wvuMtfi the brokerage firm ci Hi-slow, Cuho and Sfrwuu. New York, while tK'iiJtl. designs in the theater productions. He later worked tor. ten London brokerage Emmanuel DeetjeiK He was a Palm resident for 15 years-Mr.

Jenkins is )'" by his brother, and sister-in-law, uv Washington; and nrfiw Peter of Gill, Mass, Michael and Timothy. of Washington. A private serviiT vm held in Washington. garyschwanpbpost.com cessful career as a stockbroker in New York and Europe, Mr. Jenkins continued to paint throughout his life, including murals and water-colors for local clients such as the Brazilian Court Hotel and Cucina Restaurant, both in Palm Beach.

A well-known figure on the island, Mr. Jenkins was noted for his wry humor, which he delivered in a distinctive gravelly voice that friends liked to imitate. "He was a gendeman who had a strong will," recalled George Dempsey, owner of the former Demp-sey's Restaurant in Palm Beach. "We had to call an ambulance for him several times during his later illness, only to see him return by cab a Funeral today. Wilbur, Doris, 64, of Boca Raton, died Monday.

All County Funeral Home and Crematory, Lake Worth. Martin County DeLuca, Antonio 88, of Hobe Sound, died Sunday. All County Funeral Home Crematory, Stuart. Funeral today. Phillips, Leslie C.E., 86, of Jensen Beach, died Sunday.

Aycock Funeral Home Chapel, Stuart. Funeral today. Qulnn, Joan 69, of Stuart, died Sunday. Aycock Funeral By GARYSCHWAN Palm Beach Post Staff Writer While serving in the U.S. Coast Guard during the Korean War, Richard Olmstead Jenkins would spend leisure hours painting watercolor sketches at the back of the ship.

Later, although he had no college degree at the time, he used those pictures to talk his way into the prestigious graduate School of Fine Arts at Yale University, where he studied with legendary artist and teacher Josef Albers. Mr. Jenkins, a Palm Beach resident, died Thursday at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Riviera Beach after a lengthy illness. He was 73. Although he had a suc Scobee-Combs-Bowden Funeral Home, Boynton Beach.

Shue, Andrew Christopher Chin, 19, of Boca Raton, died Monday. Robert J. Babione Funeral Home, Boca Raton. Silver, Sue, 74, of West Palm Beach, died Saturday. All County Funeral Home and Crematory, Lake Worth.

Somerville, Barbara, 86, of West Palm Beach, died Sunday. Neptune Society, Fort Lauderdale. Swanson, Roland Howard, 93, of Boynton Beach, died Sunday. Boynton Memorial Chapel, Boynton Beach. Memorial service Dec.

9. Thibodeau, Marjorie, 88, of Boca Raton, died Monday. Kraeer Funeral Home, Boca Raton. Usanls, Daniel 84, of Lake Park, died Monday. Thomas L.

Price Funeral Home, North Palm Beach. DANIEL C. USANIS Age 84, of West Palm Beach, Fla. and Wethersfield, beloved husband of Helen (Gudones) Usanis, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2003. He was born May 27, 1919.

He grew up in Windsor Locks, Conn. After high school he attended Worcester Polytechnic Institute. He became a business owner and operated several restaurants in the Hartford, Conn, area. Besides his wife, he is survived by his four daughters: Diana Anderson of Cynthia Usanis of Carol Meredith of Va and Paula Usanis of five grandchildren: Missie Carlson of Kristen Carlson of Caroline Meredith and William B. Meredith, IV of Va and Jacob Chase of two great-grandchildren: Sarah Veillux of Conn, and Arianna Schilder of Wash.

He is survived by a sister, Sofie Martin of and a brother, Algert Usanis of Conn. Anyone who knew him loved him for his easy going nature, his generosity, and warmness. He fovea to read (especially westerns), play cards, polka dance and sing. Danny treasured his family and loved familygafherings. He will be remembered for his warm smile, nardy laugh and humming, Danny was a member of the Holy Trinity Men's Club, The Amber Club, The Elks Club and The Lithuanian Club.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held TODAY at 11:00 AM at St. Paul of the Cross, 10970 State Road 703, North Palm Beach. Interment will be in Connecticut. In lieu of flowers contributions to The American Diabetes Assoc. or American Heart Assoc.

would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Thomas L. Price Funeral Home. Thomas L. Price Funeral Home 553 Northlake Boulevard VP'Kl'iiyy North Palm Beach, FL 33408 (561)842-1555 www.dignitymemorialpalmbeach.com SARA EVERETT WANTY Sara Everett Wanty, aged 89, of Delray Beach and Grand Rapids, Ml, the widow of George P.

Wanty II, died Nov. 17,2003. Surviving are: her children, George P. (Nancy) VVanty III of Grand Rapids, Vickey (Ron) Flemming of Morgan Hill CA, Marguerite (Larry) Eaton of "Delray Beach FL, eleven grandchildren, and 3 great- grandchildren. Mrs.

Wanty was the former owner of The Duddery in Grand Rapids and Holland and the Ruth Chagnon stores in Nantucket and Florida for almost 40 years. She was a member of the Gulf Stream Bath Tennis Club, Little Club, Country Club of Florida and Kent Country Club in Grand Rapids. A Memorial Service will be Friday at 2:00 PM In St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Grand Rapids. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St.

Mark's Episcopal Church, 134 N. Division, Grand Rapids, Ml 49503 or Delray Beach Community Child Care Center will be appreciated. The family is being served by Metcalf Jonkhoff Funeral Service, Grand Rapids, Ml. SUPPORT SERVICES. Find bereavement support groups PalmBeachPost.com Click on Obituaries The design of the new ramps eliminates a once-tricky merge.

By CHUCK McGINNESS Palm Beach Post Staff Writer For more than a quarter-century, drivers entering northbound Interstate 95 at Southern Boulevard have had to mix and merge with motorists exiting at Belvedere Road. In a few days, the 27-year-old trouble spot will go away. The old Southern entrance ramp will close at 9 p.m. Friday. The new ramp is scheduled to open at 6 a.m.

Monday, just in time for rush hour. In the time between the closing of the old ramp and the opening of the new, there will be no access to 1-95 north AREA DEATH Palm Beach County Alnes, Marlene, 31, of West Palm Beach, died Nov. 12. Stevens Brothers Funeral Home, West Palm Beach. Funeral Saturday.

Albrecht, Fred, 93, of Boca Raton, died Monday. All County Funeral Home and Crematory, Lake Worth. Angelson, Harold, 85, of West Palm Beach, died Monday. Menorah Gardens Funeral Chapel, West Palm Beach. Funeral Friday.

Borgading, Martha, 93, of Boca Raton, died Monday. Kraeer Funeral Home, Boca Raton. Braddock, Shoko, 71, of West Palm Beach, died Sunday. All County Funeral Home and Crematory, Lake Worth. Capaldl, Glno, 64, of Boca Raton, died Monday.

Kraeer ROBERT "Bobby" CLARK Bobby, 49, left us suddenly on November 14, 2003. He was bom in Corpus Christi, TX, but lived In the WPB area for over 20 years. For those who knew him, he was a pipe-fitting legend. Bobby was loved by everyone and loved everyone. He is survived by his son, Russell Clark; his former wife and friend, Robin Clark; and many, many friends.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday, November 21 2003 at 2:00 PM at the Del Lago Funeral Home, 131 S. Lakeside Drive. Rest in peace, Dad. We love you! 1 1 JOSEPH F. COLPACK Age 58, of Boynton Beach, FL died on Sunday, November 16, 2003 at his residence.

Mr. Colpack was born on January 4, 1945 in Boston, Mass. to Charles Joseph and Kathleen Winifred (Leaiy) Colpack. He came to this area in 1970 from New York. Mr.

Colpack was a retired area plumbing contractor tor many years. He was a proud veteran ot the U.S. Marine Corps, serving during the Vietnam War. Survivors include his partner of 20 years, Gary L. Thompson of Boynton Beach, FL; and two brothers: James Morris (Sandy) Colpack of East Hampton, and Daniel Lawrence (Liz) Colpack of Rhode Island.

Also surviving are a host of many friends. A Memorial Service will be held at 1 1 00 AM on Saturday, November 22, 2003 at the BOYNTON MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 800 West Boynton Beach Boynton Beach, FL. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until the time of service. The family requests that memorials be made in his memory to the New Christian Life Church, 7945 Old Boynton Beach Road, Boynton Beactl, FL 33436. BOYNTON MEMORIAL CHAPEL Family Owned Operated (561)734-5600 ROSE FELDERSTEIN 91, passed away on November 17, 2003 at Menorah House.

Rose was born in Rochester, New York. She was the devoted and beloved wife of Albert Felderstein. Dedicated mother of Bruce (Maxine), Stuart (Carol), and Ronald (Phyllis). Cherished grandmother of nine, and great-grandmother of 14. Chapel service will be held Thursday, November 20, 2003 at Star of David Cemetery and Funeral Home in North Lauderdale at 11:45 AM.

REVISIT OBITUARIES. Our online archive lets you go back several months to view obituary stories with photos of prominent local and national figures. PalmBeachPost.com 7" Click on Obituaries liimiiimiinOlWIhiiiiiiiiMi.ri Ji from Southern. The old Belvedere exit will close at 7 a.m. Saturday and the new ramp will open a few hours later at noon.

The new Belvedere exit ramp will run under the elevated entrance ramp from Southern, eliminating the merge area. It might take some time for drivers to get used to the change, 1-95 project spokesman Troy Fuller said. Because of the design of the new ramps, motorists will no longer be able to get on the interstate at Southern and get off at Belvedere. Eventually, the Belvedere exit ramp will split. One lane will lead to a flyover that will Funeral Home, Boca Raton.

Funeral Thursday. Clark, Robert 23, of Lake Park, died Thursday. Stevens Brothers Funeral Home, West Palm Beach. Funeral Saturday. Colpack, Joseph Franklin, 58, of Boynton Beach, died Sunday.

Boynton Memorial Chapel, Boynton Beach. Funeral Saturday. Dalton, Velma 81, of West Palm Beach, died Saturday. Evans Evans Funeral Home, Oceana, W.Va. Funeral in Oceana.

Laramee, Rene, 84, of West Palm Beach, died Monday. Tillman Funeral Home, West Palm Beach. Lemeshnik, William, of Boca Raton, died Monday. Tillman Funeral Home, West Palm Beach. Morales, Manuel, 88, of Wellington, died Monday.

FUNERAL 1 LINDA NADINE COKER-JOHNSON Age 63, departed this life into God's care on October 27, 2003 at Good Samaritan Hospital in West Palm Beach, FL with her beloved family in attendance, following a nine-year battle with cancer. Nadine was born in Good Samaritan Hospital on November 5, 1939 the daughter of Larry and Nadine Tolliver-Coker. As a young woman she attended David Lipscomb Christian College in Nashville, TN. Nadine then attended Abilene Christian College, Abilene, TX. After college, Nadine returned to Wesl Palm Beach, FL.

To that union, a daughter and best friend, Kimberfy Nadine Johnson was bom. She was an emolovee of The Palm Beach Post for twenty-one years, and for the past sixteen years the South Florida Water Management District. Nadine, an avid singer, was a member of the Aqua Tones, The Masterworks Chorus, and Over Tyme, a group formed with two of her best friends. She Is survived by her husband, Anthony "Tony" W. Johnson of West Palm Beach, FL; one daughter, Kim N.

Johnson; a son-in-law, Gary L. Gaul, Jr. of Boynton Beach FL; two grandchildren: Gary L. Gaul, III, and Donovan G. Gaul of Boynton Beach, FL; one sister, Jackie Eplinq of North Palm Beach, FL; a brother, Donald L.

Coker of Lake Worth, FL; and many other family members and close friends. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, November 22, 2003 at 10:00 AM at the United Methodist Church of the Palm Beaches, 900 Brandvwine West Palm Beach, FL 33409. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to her husband, Tony W. Johnson, 6621 Lake Clarke West Palm Beach, FL 33406; or in her memory to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 5305 Greenwood Suite 103, West Palm Beach, FL 33407; (561)841-4153.

ROBERT J. LEWIS, Jr. Mr. Lewis was bom on January 7, 1939 in New York. He was a resident of West Palm Beach for over 50 years and was a lineman for International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers tor over 40 years.

Survivors include his children: Robert J. (Bonnie) Lewis, III and Deborah A. (John) Pnaife; grandchildren: Tara, Jessica John; greatgrandchild, Shyanna; sisters, Marion Jowaisas and Agnes Bohne; and many close friends. He was predeceased by his wife of 43 years, Ruth Geraldine Lewis. His family will receive their friends on Friday from 12:00 2:00 PM at DORSEY E.EARL SMITH MEMORY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME, 3041 Kirk Rd Lake Worth, where a funeral service will be held at 2 PM.

Interment will follow at Lake Worth Memory Gardens Cemetery. Smith ahirN Memory Gardens Funeral Home (rviTv) 304t Kirk Road '8filiyy Lake Worth, FL 33461 (561)964-3772 www.dignitymemorialpalmbeach.com PETER MULLER, III Peter Muller, III, of Lake Worth, passed away November 11, 2003 with his loving daughter, Deborah Howe, and his son, Peter Muller, IV at his side. He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. In 1930. Along with his brother Danny, they owned and operated textile mills in New York and Dayton, Tenn.

He also worked for the Arrow Company in the orient and Georgia before making his home with his wife Patricia in Florida. He has gone to heaven to join his wife Patricia, who passed away two years ago. They were married 50 years. He is survived by his loving son, Peter IV and daughter-in-law, Tracy Muller; daughter and son-in-law, Deborah and William Howe of Vonore.Tenn.; a brother and sister-in-law, Danny and Louise Muller of Tarpon Springs, sister and brother-in-law, Florence and Peter Matyas of Hampton Bays, N.Y.; grandchildren: Peter, Zachary, and Amanda Muller. and Jessica and Forest Smiley; great-grandchildren: Justin and Emily; nieces: Donna, Lillian, and Linda; and nephews: Gary and Peter.

He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and met him. He was always very kind, loving and gracious. A private family service will be held. STEPHANIE NICHOLS Age 28, ot West Palm Beach, FL, passed away November 16, 2003. She was survived by parents, Gary and Suzanne (Correll) Nichols; brother, John Nichols; daughter, Alexandria S.

Nichols; and sons; Zachary W. Nichols and Nathaniel Rosarlo. Family will receive friends Thursday November 20, 2003 from 6 8 PM at the Del Lago Funeral Home, 131 S.Lakeside Lake Worth. ALL COUNYY FUNERAL HOME CREMATORY FAMILY OWNED OPERATED No. 616960 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CITY OF RIVIERA BEACH, FLORIDA The City Council will conduct a Public Hearing on Wednesday, December 3, 2003, at 7: 30 PM or soon thereafter, and from time to time thereafter as necessary, in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Complex, 600 W.

Blue Heron Riviera Beach to consider enactment of the proposed amendment to the Text and Future Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Plan. The City welcomes the participation of those with a special interest in the plan amendment process as well as those with a general interest. Interested persons may appear and be heard with respect to the proposed Amendments. Background material is available for review in its entirety in the Community Development Department between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM, except holidays. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE AND BE ADVISED that if any interested person desires to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at this hearing, such interested person, at own expense, win need a record of the proceedings, ana for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Affected persons will be allowed to present evidence at the hearing, bring forth witnesses, and cross examine witnesses provided they notify and file the required forms provided by the city clerk's office. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodations to participate in the Droceedinas should contort the I enUlntivo Palms West Funeral Home, Royal Palm Beach. Funeral today. Olavarria, Ivonne, 60, of Royal Palm Beach, died Monday. Palms West Funeral Home, Royal Palm Beach.

Funeral Thursday. Rlccl, 83, of West Palm Beach, died Monday. Levitt-Weinstein Memorial Chapel, West Palm Beach. Rodriguez, Antonio, 61, of Lake Worth, died Sunday. All County Funeral Home and Crematory, Lake Worth.

Seman, Michael, 87, of Boynton Beach, died Sunday. Weiss Memorial Chapel, Boynton Beach. Funeral today. Shepard, David, 87, of West Palm Beach, died Tuesday. All County Funeral Home and Crematory, Lake Worth.

Shepler, Margaret 95, of Briny Breezes, died Friday. NOTICES JULIUS ROSENBERG, M.D. Julius Rosenberg, M.D., age 88, died peacefully at home in Palm Beach on November 17, 2003. His loving wife, Cathy, was at his side as always during these last difficult weeks and through the many years of joy they shared. Born in NYC, July 13, 1915, he graduated from New York University in 1936.

He received his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine in 1940. He entered the U.S. Navy in 1942 and was most proud of the year spent as a Medical Officer on Guadalcanal receiving two Battle Stars. He remained on Active Duty upon returning from the Pacific, being promoted to Lt. Commander.

He practiced medicine in Brooklyn, NY and was on the teaching faculty at Downstate Medical Center. He received Board Certification in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology and was proud to be a Fellow of the American College of Physicians as well as a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology. In 1971, he moved to Florida, practicing medicine in West Palm Beach until his retirement in 1988. Dr. Rosenberg was predeceased by his first wife and the mother of his sons, Natalie.

He is survived by his loving wife, Cathy; sons: Dr. Robert Rosenberg, and Dr. Mark Rosenberg and wife Susan; grandchildren: Stacey, Jed, Josh, and Courtney; and close friend, Bob Spray. Family, friends, patients and colleagues will remember him for his compassion, intellect, humor and love of sports. The family has requested that, In lieu of flowers, donations be made to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East West Palm Beach, FL 33407.

Friends will be received at 9:30 AM on Thursday, November 20, 2003 at Quattlebaum Funeral Home, 1201 S. Olive West Palm Beach, FL 33401, with services beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at Lake Worm Memory Gardens Cemetery. QUATTLEBAUM FUNERAL HOME Family Owned and Operated www.Quattlebaum.org HERBERT "HERBIE" SIGMONO Aqe 93, of West Palm Beach, died peacefully on Saturday evening, November 15, 2003. A long time resident of west Palm Beach, Herbie was a kind hearted man who enjoyed reading and good food.

He Is survived by a devoted nephew, J. Weston Sigmond and wife Glenda, W. Palm Bch. Memorial funeral services will be held at a later date. Time and date to be annouced.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Palm Beach Shores Nursing Rehabilitation Center, 1101 54th West Palm Beach, FL 33407 in Herble's memory. NORTHWOOD FUNERAL HOME FAMILY OWNED OPERATED HELEN L. BUTLER SPEAK 85, of Lake Worth, passed away November 9, 2003. She was predeceased by her late husbands, tloyd Butler and Jack Speak. She became a registered nurse at the age of 56, which she was very proud of.

She loved to dance and always had a joke to tell. She is survived by her loving family; her children: Dan and Dean Butler, Gayle Taylor, and Bonnie Engelman. She leaves twelve grandchildren, two sisters, and a brother. Memorial Services will be held in her honor on November 30, 2003 at 1 :00 PM at Palm Beach Memorial Park. tdcs 1 I li I 1 Home Chape, Jensen Boci.

Visitation and funeral Tba day. White, Bertha, 96, of Sfcarv. died Saturday. Aycock Pi-neral Home, Stuart. St.

Lucie County DIFede, Isabella, 79, of Fir. St. Lucie, died Sunday. Ya' Funeral Home, Port St Funeral Mass today. Okeechobee County Smith, Florence 81.

cc Okeechobee, died Mondzj Buxton Funeral Home aai Crematory, Okeechobee. no later than 96 hours Olympia Tower at CityPlace Emerald Estates Evergrene Worthington Tlie Palm Beach Post PalmBeachPost.com Aide at 561 -845-4095 prior to the proceedings. If hearing impaired, telephone the Florida Relay Services 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) for assistance. Carrie E. Ward, Master Municipal Clerk City Clerk Publish Palm Beach Post: November 1 9, 2003 rv.

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