Brauer, Robert W. of Hicksville on January 1, 2019. Proud Navy Veteran of WW II. Served on Leonard Wood,APA-12. Life-time Member of William Gouse VFW Post #3211. High Roller at Syosset Bowling Lanes. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth. Loving nephew of Christina Semler. Cherished uncle of Donna, Deborah, John and Marianne Lavine. Fond great uncle of Michael and Katelyn Lavine. He was loved and adored by all and forever be remembered in our hearts. Family and friends may visit at the Vernon C Wagner FH 125 W. Old Country Rd. Hicksville on Monday 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Mass of Christian Burial to follow at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church at 11:30AM. Interment to follow at Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton, NY In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Paws for Pets, www.pawsofwars.org or the Wounded Warriors Foundation in Robert's memory