Obituary - Emrick Richard Milligan

MILLIGAN -Emrick Richard, age 60, Saint James, New York on March 20 2014.  Emrick was born on September 29, 1953, in Queens, New York to Merinda (Ditta) and Frank Milligan, who served as a Nurse and Military Policeman in the United States Army, respectively.  Emrick grew up in Nesconset and attended Smithtown High School. He was an active member of the Boy Scouts and achieved the Eagle Scout ranking.  He married Lorena Valencia Monge in January 1984. Emrick first became a licensed funeral director, but ultimately decided to go to medical school, earning his Doctorate at the University of Guadalajara and completing his residency at Stony Brook University and Brookhaven Hospital.  He first practiced emergency medicine and then went into family practice in order to spend more time with his family. Emrick was a respected and beloved physician to many residents of the Saint James community and beyond.  He also served as the physician to many Long Island Fire Departments. Emrick enjoyed jazz, contemporary art, fishing, wine, and he most adored his beagle and basset hound. Those who knew him well were fond of his sense of humor and generosity.  He is survived by his three children: Victoria, Craig, and Cassandra; his siblings: Barry, Melinda, and Robert, as well as many nieces and cousins. 

St. James Funeral Home - North Chapel 551 North Country Road, Route 25A, St. James, NY  11780

Obituary - Patrick Lonergan

LONERGAN -  Patrick -longtime resident of St. James, L.I. on April 4, 2014. Longtime employee of theTown of Smithtown Highway Department. Active Motorcyclist who travel throughout the country.  Beloved Son of the late Thomas and the late Margaret. Dear Brother of Thomas (Helen) and the late Kathleen. Loved by many people in town! Friends may call the St. James Funeral Home, 829 Middle Country Road, St. James (Route 25) on  Monday 2-4pm & 7-9pm. Funeral Mass Tuesday 10am at Sts. Philip & James R. C. Church, St. James. 

Mr. Lonergan ’s funeral arrangements were professionally supervised while the Lonergan Families were lovingly cared for during their bereavement by Kenneth, Kerry and Ken Jr., the Maher Family of the St. James Funeral Home, in St. James.

Obituary - Kathryn M. McCoyd

McCOYD - Kathryn M. formerly of Stony Brook,L.I. on March 16, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Alfred E. Cherished mother of MaryAnn McCoyd, Edward A. McCoyd, Kevin  McCoyd,M.D. & Kathryn McCormick. Loving MomMom of 10 & Great MomMom of 20. Dear Sister of Joan Gaskin. Friends may call the St. James Funeral Home, 829 Middle Country Road, St. James (Route 25) on Friday 9-10:30am. Funeral Mass Friday 11:15am at Sts. Philip & James R. C. Church, St. James. Mrs. McCoyd’s funeral arrangements were professionally supervised while the McCoyd Families were lovingly cared for during their bereavement by Kenneth, Kerry and Ken Jr., the Maher Family of the St. James Funeral Home, in St. James.

Obituary - Juliette Gerlach

GERLACH - Juliette age 96 of Bellhaven, NH passed away on March 30, 2014. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles. Cherished mother of Lynne (Walter) Brennan and Charles (Mary) Gerlach. Loving Grandmother of Janine (Dustin) Britton, Laura Brennan, James (Laura) Brennan, Heather (Mark) Behan and Kristen (Neil) Byalick. She is survived by many other family members and friends.

Religious Service was celebrated at St. Thomas More R.C. Church. Interment followed at St. Charles Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family. Online guest book at www.branchfh.com

Obituary - Kathryn L. Simmen

SIMMEN-Kathryn L. age 65. Longtime resident of St. James, L.I. on March 22, 2014. Beloved Wife of the Late Bill. Cherished Mother of Lisa Elster & Will. Loving Grandma of Hellena, Erik, Karl & Devin. Devoted Sister of Sandee Suesser & Billy Caldwell. Friends may call at St. James Funeral Home, 829 Middle Country Rd., Rte. 25, St. James Thurs. 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Services Fri. 11AM at Funeral Home. Interment following St. James Episcopal Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Jude Childrens’ Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 would be appreciated. 

Mrs. Simmen’s funeral arrangements were professionally supervised while the Simmen Families were lovingly cared for during their bereavement by Kenneth, Kerry and Ken Jr., the Maher Family of the St. James Funeral Home, in St. James.