Death Notice - Pietro V Franzoso

Franzoso, Pietro V. age 84 of Smithtown, NY passed on August 7, 2018. He was the beloved husband of Assunta. Cherished father of Benedetto (Anna Stromberg) Franzoso and Maria (Richard D.) Schmidt. Loving Grandfather of Richard P. Schmidt. He is survived by many other family members and friends. Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s R.C. Church, Smithtown, NY. Interment followed at St. Charles Cemetery. Farmingdale, NY. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family. Online guest book at www.branchfh.com

Death Notice - Aldo J. Bonardi Jr

Bonardi, Jr., Aldo J. age 83 of Stony Brook, NY passed on July 31, 2018. They Shall Not Be Forgotten. Proud Veteran United States Army Korean War. He was the beloved husband of Norma J. Bonardi. Cherished father of Aldo C. (Jadene) Bonardi, Mary (Patrick) Sullivan, and Laura (Emanuel) Sammartino. Loving Grandfather of  Sara & Jack Bonardi, Patrick J. Sullivan, and Emily & Elizabeth Sammartino. Dear brother of the late Virginia, Nina and Renald. Funeral Mass was celebrated at Sts. Philip & James R.C. Church, St. James, NY. Interment with Military Honors followed at Calverton National Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family. Online guest book at www.branchfh.com

Death Notice - Edward (Ed) G. Prevosto

Prevosto, Edward G. Known by his friends as “Ed,” passed away on May 29, 2018 at Stony Brook hospital with his wife of 34 years, Eva, and his sister, Virginia by his side. Ed retired from the New York State Department of Civil Service as an assistant civil engineer. He was an avid woodworker, sportsman, and devoted husband.

He was a loving and caring person to all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Eva; sister, Virginia; his daughters Nancy, Regina, Carol, Arlene, Tunde (and husband Ken), and Hajnalka; his six grandchildren, Christopher, Ken, Casey, Kevin, Michaela, and Corey; his two great grandchildren, Brantly and Kenneth; and numerous nephews and nieces. He is predeceased by his brother, Joseph. Ed will be remembered for his big heart, generosity, and kindness. A memorial service was held in memory of Ed June 1, 2018 at 8 p.m., at the St. James funeral home, 829 Middle Country Rd, St. James, NY 11780. Donations in memory of Ed can be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

Death Notice - Frederick (Fred) Hagenberger Jr

Hagenberger, Jr, Frederick “Fred” age 71 of St. James, NY passed on July 12, 2018. They Shall Not Be Forgotten. Proud Veteran United States Air Force Vietnam War. Owner of Townline Auto Body for 30 years in Smithtown, NY. He was the beloved husband of Eileen. Cherished father of  Robert (Sarah), and Michael. Loving Grandfather of Danielle (Matthew) Brooks, Andrew, Nicole, and Michael. Dear brother of Bette Jean and Robert (Maria). He is survived by many other family members and friends. Military Honors held at the Branch Funeral Home followed by private cremation. In Lieu of Flowers If you would like to make a donation. In Memory of Fred Hagenberger donations can be made to: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, JDRF C/O Lynda Pennachio, 3 State Street., Lake Grove, NY 11755. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family. Online guest book at www.branchfh.com

Death Notice - Ernest Sforza

Sforza, Ernest, age 87 of Smithtown, NY passed on July 15, 2018. They Shall Not Be Forgotten. Proud Veteran of the United States Navy, Korean War. He was the beloved husband of 62 years to Virginia Sforza. Cherished father of Robert Sforza, Patricia (Roy) Sforza-Conde, The late Carolyn Sforza and William Sforza. Loving Grandfather of  Roy Brian, Neil, Amanda, Carleen, Robert, John and Great Grandfather of Nikki, Christian, Ryan, Jaclyn and Gianna. Dear Sister of Frank Sforza and Vincent Sforza. He is survived by many other family members and friends. Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s R.C. Church., Smithtown, NY. Interment followed with Military Honors at Calverton National Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family. Online guest book at www.branchfh.com