CLAXTON, William J. , of Smithtown, NY on December 2, 2015 at the age of 86. Retired Sergeant NYPD. Beloved Husband of the late Cecelia A. Claxton. Loving father of Laura (Steven) Gula, William (Michele) Claxton, and Jennifer (James) Peck. Cherished grandfather of Katelyn, Kristen, William, Daniel, James, and Cecilia. Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s RC Church, Smithtown. Interment followed at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of The Branch Funeral Home and Vigliante family. 190 East Main St., Smithtown, L.I., N.Y. www.branchfh.com