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Death Notice / Obituary

Monday
Mar232020

Obituary - Diane C. Saraniero

SARANIERO - Diane C., age 79 of Stony Brook, NY passed peacefully on January 22, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Devoted wife of the late Robert for 54 years until his passing on 1-19-16. Loving mother of 5. Adored grandma of 10. Cherished sister and aunt. Born in Brooklyn, NY.  After raising her family in Smithtown, NY had a successful career in the electronic industry for over 30 years, the last 15 at DDC.  She taught Rainbows, at St. Patrick’s RCC in Smithtown, a bereavement class for children with deceased parents. She was President of Toastmasters, an organization that promotes public speaking & leadership skills. 

While still working and caring for her 100 year old mother she went back to school and got her Bachelor’s degree from St. Joseph’s College at the age of 74. She cherished her family. 

She was a devoted friend to all, graciously kind, innately good and had a giant heart. An unkind word never passed her lips. Diane was deeply loved, not only by her family but by the vast group that were privileged to call her friend. 

She was the wife, mom, daughter, sister, aunt, friend you always wanted in your life, loyal and true. She saw the good in everyone, never judged. She would help anyone in need, and believed in humanity. 

If you were her friend, you were her friend for life. On a dark night she was your brightest star. In Diane we see who we all strive to be. She has had an impact on so many lives. 

The world has lost one of the truly great ones. She will be so very sorely missed and always loved. 

Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s R.C. Church, Smithtown, NY. 

Entombment followed at Pinelawn Memorial Park.

 

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

Online guest book at www.branchfh.com

Friday
Mar202020

Obituary - Rosemarie Salzberger

Salzberger, Rosemarie of Smithtown, NY at the age of 89. She was the beloved wife of the late Fideon. Cherished mother of Gregory Salzberger, John (Wendy) Salzberger and Claude (Jeanmarc) Salzberger. Loving Grandmother of Nicole and Melissa. She 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 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

Friday
Mar202020

Obituary - Frank Cotoia

Cotoia, Frank of St. James, NY on March 6, 2020. Beloved husband of Florence. Loving father of JoAnn Settoducato, Francine Cotoia & Lisa (Robert) Jackmore. Cherished grandfather of Samuel Jackmore, Elizabeth Settoducato & John Settoducato. He is survived by many other family members and friends. Funeral Mass was celebrated at Sts. Philip & James R.C. Church, St. James. Interment followed with US Army 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

Thursday
Mar192020

Obituary - Joseph Marra

Marra, Joseph of Smithtown, NY passed at the age 63. He was the beloved husband of Linda. Cherished mother of Vanessa Marra, Joseph Marra, and Jessica Marra. Dear son of Jean and the late John Marra. Loving brother of  Sal Marra, Jeannie Marra, Camille (Joe) Merollo and Johnny (Mary) Marra.He is survived by many other family members and friends. Funeral Mass was celebrated at Sts. Philip & James R.C. Church, St. James, NY. Entombment 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

 

Wednesday
Mar182020

Obituary - Donald Molinelli

MOLINELLI - Donald, “Don”, passed away on February 15 at the age of 93. Beloved husband of 66 years to the late Jennie. Devoted father to sons Thomas (Carolyn) and William. Loving brother to the late Ann and the late Robert (Suzanne). A 60 year resident of Smithtown NY, Don enlisted in the service at the age of 17 and proudly served his country during WW II as a Navy medic in the Pacific Theater. His notable career included jobs as a feature writer and reporter for The New York Daily News, an Account Executive with the public relations firm of Carl Byoir & Associates, a publicist for the Speaker of the NY State Assembly, and a communications expert for the National Basketball Association. Don retired from the Catholic Medical Center of Queens.  In lieu of flowers donations are requested to be made to the Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family. Online guest book at www.branchfh.com