Loved ones remember Tony Meras, owner of Riverhead's Star Confectionery
One of Meras’ claims to fame was his handmade chocolate Easter bunnies that brought people to the shop from far and wide.
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Oct 4, 2021, 5:01 PM
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7ds agoTony
Meras, a beloved restaurant owner in Riverhead, died over the weekend. He was
90 years old.
His
family started Star Confectionery on Main Street in 1920.
One
of Meras’ claims to fame was his handmade chocolate Easter bunnies that brought
people to the shop from far and wide.
The
popular luncheonette and ice cream shop known as Papa Nick's is
currently run by Meras’ son, Anthony.
Services
are being Wednesday at Southampton Greek Church at 10 a.m.
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