Gendron, Lee

Active in the Police Athletic League.

Lee may be best remembered for his continuous care of the maintenance and rental of the Police Athletic League (PAL) Clubhouse located at the corner of Stewart Avenue and Central Avenue. Lee joined the Police Boys Club (PBC) when Richard (Dick) Armbruster was President and served the community for over 25 years as a trustee, coach, and Vice President of the Bethpage Unit of the PAL.

Prior to serving his community, Lee served his country in the Army during the Korean War. He was employed by Grumman for 35 years before retiring in 1992.

The scholarship was established in 1997 and is a four-year award of $500.00 per year for a total of $2000.00.