Obituary - Felice (Phil) A. Catapano

CATAPANO, Felice A. “Phil” age 68 of Lake Grove, NY formerly of Lynbrook, NY passed on April 5, 2013. They Shall Not Be Forgotten. Proud Veteran United States Army National Guard Vietnam War. He was the beloved husband of Jessica. Loving father of Brenda Ginzberg, Brigette Backert, Kandy Markiewicz and Dara Goldstein. Dear brother of Ann, John, Salvatore, Millie and Anthony.

Memorial Service was celebrated at the funeral home.

Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family.

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Obituary - Genevieve E. Garifo

GARIFO—Genevieve E., of East Northport, NY, passed away on March 16, 2013. She was the beloved wife of the late Anthony J. Garifo. Cherished mother of Robert Garifo, Jane Springer, Douglas Garifo, Anthony (Adrian) Garifo and John (Rosanna) Garifo. Loving grandmother of Eve, Amanda, Gina, Dana, Stephanie, Sara, Nicole and Michael. Dear sister of Edward Pound.

Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Francis of Assisi R.C. Church in Greenlawn, NY. Interment followed at Calverton National Cemetery in Calverton, NY.

Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of The Branch Funeral Home Smithtown and Vigliante family

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Obituary - Caroline M. Beinlich

Beinlich, Caroline M., age 77 of Stony Brook, NY died on April 15, 2013. She was the beloved wife of the late Edward Sr. Cherished mother of Peter (Jane), Alice (Gerard) and Edward (Bonnie) Jr. Loving Grandmother of Melissa, Emily, Lauren, Christopher, Brian, David (Jennifer), James (Danielle) and Eve (Peter). Dear Great Grandmother of Claudia, Robert, Kate, Keira, Joseph and Jenna. Dearest friend of Mary, Caroline is survived by many other family members and friends

Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s R.C. Church, Smithtown, NY.  Cremation followed at Washington, Memorial Park.

In Lieu of Flowers If you would like to make a donation In Memory of Name: Caroline M. Beinlich. All About Spray Neuter Inc., P.O. Box 140098.Howard Beach, NY 11414

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Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home Smithtown and Vigliante family.

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Obituary - Barbara Mattern

Mattern, Barbara A. age 78 of Smithtown, NY died on March 16, 2013. She was the beloved wife of Charles. Cherished mother of Chuck (Karla) Mattern, Jackie (John) Morreale and Mike (Ann) Mattern. Cherished Grandmother of Kristin, Stephanie, Lauren, Michelle, Kevin and Emily. She is survived by many other family members and friends

Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Joseph R.C. Church, Kings Park. Interment followed at St. Patrick’s Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family.

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Obituary - Elvira (Vera) Salese

Elvira Salese, age 88, formerly of Commack, NY, beloved wife of Albert Salese, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, April 9, 2013. Born and raised in New York City, Vera had spent most of her life in Commack before moving to Fairfield nine years ago. During WWII, Vera had helped the war effort as a welder in Port Jarvis, NJ, and later worked as a senior clerk for the Suffolk County Planning Commission until her retirement. 

In her youth Vera helped to raise her nine brothers and sisters and Vera and Albert’s home became a favorite gathering spot with her brothers and sisters for many years. She was also an excellent card player and especially enjoyed her trips to Atlantic City. 

In addition to Albert, her devoted husband of over 66 years, survivors include her son, Anthony Salese and his wife Deana of Fairfield, grandchildren Patricia Gruner, Allison Caffarone and her husband Christopher and Nicholas, Brendan and Ryan Salese and great-grandchildren, Christopher and Anabella Caffarone. She leaves behind her brothers John Navas of Chandler, AZ and Arthur Navas of Lindenhurst, NY, a sister Ann Carol Ging of Miller Place, NY as well as many loving nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter Joanne Gruner and brothers Raymond, Peter, Charles, Pasquale, Roger and Joseph. 

Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11am DIRECTLY at Christ the King Church, 2 Indian Head Rd., Commack, NY with burial to follow in Commack Cemetery. Calling hours will be held on Thursday from 4-9pm in the Lesko & Polke Funeral Home, Preplanning and Cremation Services, 1209 Post Rd., Fairfield, CT 06824. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Parkinsons Disease Foundation, 27 Allendale Dr., North Haven, CT 06473. To sign an online register, purchase flowers or to get travel directions, please visit www.LeskoPolkeFuneralHome