Family Donates Memorial Bench to Village

The Crespo family of Farmingdale has donated a bench in honor of late Arthur Crespo, 42, during a Monday night work session on Aug. 27. 

The plaque on the bench, which now sits in the Village Green, reads: "Words cannot describe how much we miss you. While you were here, you brought so much joy, happiness and laugher to everyone. Now we share you with God. We will never forget you, as you will always remain in our hearts."

Crespo's family was in attendance for the dedication including the individual behind the bench donation, his sister, Rosaria Vattese. 

The family chose the location due to its close proximity to their church,

"I'd like to thank your family…I hope during your walks to church every Sunday you can sit down here and think about special memories," said

"You were very, very generous to do this for the village," said Deputy Mayor Patricia Christiansen. "Come and sit down here whenever you like."