HEFFERNAN, Lisa A. nee Piropato on May 29, 2013. Beloved mother of Leah Heffernan. Beloved daughter of Teresa and Sal Piropato. Cherished sister of Joseph S., Elena Pierce and a host of family and friends. Accomplished artist and healthcare professional, and innovator of art therapy programs for the disabled. Her gentleness , kindness and intuition will be greatly missed. Her love of art and care of horses were her life’s passion. Visitation Sunday, June 3, 2-5 PM, at Dodge-Thomas Funeral Home, Glen Cove, N. Y. Mass of Christian Burial, Monday, June 3, 2013, 10 am, St. Gertrude’s RC Church, Bayville, N. Y. In lieu of flowers, visit www.Dodge-Thomas.com for memorial donations to Calvary Hospital.