Sandee (1951-2024) and Jate (d. 2010) Doremus were dedicated members of their Rockaway community. Sandee worked for State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. for 22 years, helping Addabbo handle Rockaway-related issues when his senate district covered parts of the peninsula. Jate and Sandee both served on their local community council; Jate as council president and Sandee as corresponding secretary.