Obituaries

Edmon G. Luke Jr.

Mr. Edmon G. Luke Jr. passed away at the Kanas Center for Hospice in Quiogue, N.Y. Sept. 25, 2018. He was 79 years of age. 

Mr. Luke was a resident of Sag Harbor, N.Y. before moving to Peconic Landing in Greenport, N.Y. in 2011.

Mr. Luke received degrees from Princeton University in 1961 and Harvard University in 1962 before embarking on a teaching career of more than 50 years.

For 32 years, Mr. Luke taught math and AP biology at the Spring Valley High School in Spring Valley, N.Y. and upon his retirement to Sag Harbor, was actively engaged as a substitute teacher and avid sports fan at Pierson High School in Sag Harbor.

Mr. Luke is survived by his brother James P. Luke and wife, Elizabeth, of Shelter Island; his sister-in-law, Maureen D. Luke of Berwyn, Pa.; eight nieces and nephews and 23 grandnieces and grandnephews. Mr. Luke’s brother John E. Luke predeceased him.

The family will receive visitors Friday, Oct. 12, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Yardley & Pino Funeral Home in Sag Harbor. A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at Queen of the Most Holy Rosary R.C. Church in Bridgehampton.

Contributions in Mr. Luke’s memory may be made to Tabor Academy, 232 Front St., Marion, MA 02738.

This is a paid notice.