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Former N.Y. Met Ed Kranepool to be honored at Hagedorn School Dinner
Kranepool graduated from James Monroe High School in the Bronx in June of 1962 and signed a bonus contract with the New York Mets. At age 17, he played for a few weeks each at Syracuse, Knoxville and Auburn. In September of 1962 he joined the Mets while the team was playing in Los Angeles and then played for the team from 1962 to 1979 when he retired. Since his retirement from baseball he has been active with his foundation assisting The Hagedorn Little Village School, hospital and youth groups by sponsoring golf tournaments, charity luncheons and dinners that benefit children needs. Also during the dinner, the Susan Weshler Memorial Award will be presented to Stephen and Arlene Genatt. Mr. Genatt is president of Genatt Associates Insurance Brokerage. Mrs. Genatt is a practicing family therapist. The Genatts devote much of their time to community affairs. They have bneen married for 45 years and have five grandchildren. Founded by Caryl Bank, Ph.D. and Barbara Feingold, Ph.D. in 1969 , the Hagedorn Little Village School has been effectively delivering a renowned comprehensive network of innovative programs and services for infants and young children with developmental disabilities. The school currently provides services to hundreds of children annually. For questions about sponsorships and tickets for the dinner call lMcElwreath at 520- 6043. The Hagedorn Little Village School is a member agency of the United Way.
Shown in the photo, left to right, are members of the dinner committee: Scott Charney, 2007 Golden Rule Award recipient and committee member from Massapequa and Gerald Levy 2008 Golden Rule Dinner chairman, of Merrick.
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