Mc Ilwrath, James A. of Hicksville on March 7, 2012. A proud Navy Veteran of WW II. James loved music and was an avid gardener. He especially brought much joy and smiles to the many faces of children across Long Island as Santa Claus during the Christmas Seasons. Loving husband of Victoria. Beloved father of David (Bonnie), William, Phyllis (Joseph) McBride. Cherished grandfather of Jennifer, Christina, William, Michael, Kelli, Shannon, Colleen, Lindsay, Brigid, Megan, Andrea, Matthew and great grandfather of Ashley, Nicholas, Abigail, Sean, Madelyn, Kalina, Brennan, Halle, Reid & Keira. Family and friends may visit at the Vernon C. Wagner funeral home 125 W. Old Country Rd. Hicksville on Friday 1-4 & 6-9 PM Religious Services Saturday 10:00 AM at Hicksville United Methodist Church, Hicksville. Interment will follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park, Farmingdale, NY..
