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Theodore Carpluk Obituary

Carpluk - Theodore C., of Southold, formerly of Central Islip, retired owner of Carpluk's Automotive Center in Central Islip and Southold, and life member of the Central Islip Fire Department, on April 22, 2025, at the age of 93. Survived by his loving family. Family being served by DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Homes. www.defriestgrattan.com.

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Published by Newsday on Apr. 27, 2025.

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Louis H Rubsam

April 26, 2025

Growing up in Central Islip Ted as we called him was a great role model for us kids. Always helping us with car problems and later a fellow fireman and friend to my whole family. Our memories will be forget. Heartfelt condolences to the Carpluck family

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