Death Notice - Kent P. Knudsen

KNUDSEN- Kent P., 77, of Smithtown, passed on September 18, 2016. Beloved Husband of Margaret. Loving Father of Paul (Jeanne) Knudsen, Robert (Elizabeth) Knudsen, & Lynn (Brian) Egitto. Adored Grandfather of Thomas, James, John, Mark, Christopher & Hannah. He is survived by many other family members and friends. Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s R.C. Church. Private cremation followed. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family. Online guest book at www.branchfh.com

Death Notice - Antoinette F. Cosomano

Cosomano, Antoinette F. of Ronkonkoma, NY passed away peacefully on September 2, 2016 at the age of 96. She was the beloved wife of the late Vincent. Cherished mother of Rose (Anthony) Alfano and John Cosomano. Loving Grandmother of Michelle, Anthony (Kerri), Vincent and Taormina. She is survived by many other family members and friends. Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Joseph R.C. Church, Ronkonkoma, 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

Death Notice - Arthur Seneck

Seneck, Arthur 68 of Stony Brook, NY on September 3rd, 2016, the world lost one of the great ones. Arthur was taken from us way early. He was married to his high school sweetheart Camille for 51 years. He raised two daughters Darla and Cheryl. He was a great provider and gave all of himself to his family. He was a man everyone looked up to. He doted on his grandchildren, Ryan, Connor and Hannah. He was a great father-in-law to Bill. He was “Uncle Artie” to everyone! And there will never be anyone as funny, clever, witty, interesting, nor generous as Arthur Seneck. Dad, you loved reading the paper, and now you are in it. We are so sorry Daddy. God Bless you Daddy, Grandpa, Uncle Artie, with all of our love into your next journey… your family.  Funeral Services was held at the Branch Funeral Home. Cremation was private. Interment of ashes followed with a graveside service 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

Death Notice - Geraldine V. Byrnes

BYRNES— Geraldine V., Age 85, of Smithtown, formerly of Bethpage, passed peacefully on September 2, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Robert W. Byrnes. Cherished mother of Robert A. Byrnes, Debra Byrnes and Lisa (Alan) Levine. Adored grandmother of nine and great-grandmother of twelve. She is survived by many other family members and friends. Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s R.C. Church. Interment to follow at L.I. National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: St. Patrick’s Parish Outreach, 280 E. Main St. Smithtown NY 11787. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family. Online guest book at www.branchfh.com

Death Notice - Barbara Ann Rado

Rado, Barbara Ann of Calverton, NY. Born in New Rochelle. Her parents Charles and Ann Schoenherr, were lovingly known to most as Pop and Nana. Barbara was one of six children, Charles, Arthur, John, Marianne and Louise. Barbara was the proud parent of  Deborah, Philip, Patricia, Arlene and Paul. She was blessed with 20 grandchildren to spoil and one great grandchild to really spoil. Barbara worked in Sears for over 30 years at Smithaven Mall. Shortly after retiring, she joined the Rocky Point School District as an aid, which she loved, and was there for over 10 years. Barbara loved to travel. Cruising was something she did best, along with spending endless hours at the beach reading a good book. Barbara loved cooking, planning holiday get togethers and most of all spending time with her family. Barbara was a straight shooter and she would tell you exactly how it was in a way that no one else could. She believed everyone should work hard, nothing in life was free and life wasn’t fair; which we all know today more than ever. Barbara was full of life and always ready for the next adventure. She gave her children so much and her only request in return was “stay close to one another “. 

Barbara passed away August 30, 2016 leaving us all too soon. She has left shoes to big to fill by anyone. Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church. Cremation followed at Washington Memorial Park Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place and Vigliante family. Online guest book at www.branchfh.com