Ernest A. Orban, DDS, at age 88 of South Salem, NY, died Sunday, October 18, 2009 at his home. Born May 1, 1921, in Fairfield, CT, he was the son of the late, Andrew & Rose Negyesi Orban. Ernest served in World War II in the 8th air force of the army air corp. After the War, graduated from Boston University and New York University’s Dental School. Family and friends will remember him best for his homemade wine, passion for a good puzzle, love to cook, and as a cribbage competitor. He grew to have an established practice in the town of South Salem, and from that developed many great friends and neighbors. Among his many accomplishments, he obtained his private pilot’s license and built an office onto his home for his practice. Part of his wine making led him to graph and grow his own plants. As a father and a grandfather, he has shown us that there is no challenge too great for us to overcome and to strive for success. He has led the way by example, selfless and compassionate he will be greatly missed. He is survived by his two daughters, Maryrose Short of Fort Worth, TX and Carolee Horvath of Clermont, FL, one son, Ernest A. Orban of South Salem, NY. 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren also survive. Ernest was predeceased by his wife Sandra in 1992 A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 23, 2009 at the South Salem Cemetery, South Salem, NY at 12:30 PM. The family will receive friends at the Hoyt Funeral Home, 199 Main St. New Canaan on Friday, October 23, 2009 from 11-12 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Vista Fire Department or the Lewisboro Library. For online condolences, www.hoytfuneralhome.com Friday October 23, 2009 , 11:00 - 12:00 at Hoyt Funeral Home Click for Map and Directions at South Salem Cemetery Click for Map and Directions