Frances Hodgson Burnett Roslyn and the world of literature started with Bryant and continued with the career of British native and Roslyn resident Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849–1924), the author of such classics as Little Lord Fauntleroy and A Little Princess.
Ken Hechler with President Harry S. Truman
Hal David Ken Hechler The Roslyn native who has enjoyed the longest political career has been Ken Hechler. However, it wasn’t in New York where Hechler won elections. Rather, it was little West Virginia where Hechler served in the U.S. Congress for eight terms. A World War II veteran, Hechler also served in the administration of Harry S. Truman. He was later on the faculty of Marshall College in Huntington, WV, and from there, enjoyed a long career in elective politics. Now 101 years old, Hechler enjoys the distinction of being the oldest living person to have served in the United States Congress.
The Roslyn area has produced or has been home to many accomplished individuals.
Paul Crifo For many ambitious New Yorkers, Hollywood and the motion picture industry is always a destination. Longtime Roslyn Heights resident Paul Crifo is now into his ninth decade. Behind him is a legendary career as an illustrator. Between 1950 and 1980, Crifo designed more than 140 movie posters and has long been considered one of the most prolific and talented designers of the genre. His compelling story is finally told in Mr. Movie Poster, a comprehensive look at years of breathtaking theatrical and personal artwork from Crifo’s vast archive.
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We now turn from the world of writing to songwriting. Some of the most memorable pop lyrics of our time have been penned by longtime Roslyn resident Hal David (1921–2012). His legendary partnership with Burt Bacharach produced such classics as “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head,” “This Guy’s in Love with You,” “One Less Bell to Answer,” “Walk on By,” “(There’s) Always Something There to Remind Me,” many of which were made famous in recordings by Dionne Warwick. Hal David with Dionne Warwick and Burt Bacharach
Sherri Miller Sherri Miller is a Roslyn native who made the big move from Long Island to Nashville, where she began to make her own mark as a talented songwriter and performer. Born into a family of accomplished musicians, Miller has released two highly acclaimed CDs, Mantra and
Winning Hand. She also worked with such noted songwriters as J.D. Souther, Shawn Mullins and Tony Scalzo.