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

Death Notice - Susan D. Lesica

Lesica, Susan D., of Ronkonkoma, NY  passed away peacefully on August 22,  2016 at the age of 59. She was the cherished mother of Lauren. Loving daughter of Orville and (The late Edwarda) Dunkin. She is survived by many other family members and friends. Religious Service was celebrated at the funeral home. 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 - Dennis Olsen

OLSEN— Dennis, Age 88, of Port Washington, passed on August 16, 2016. They Shall Not Be Forgotten.  Proud Korean War Veteran. United States Army. Beloved husband of Magda. Adored father of Gregory (Christine) and Daniel (Jennifer). Cherished grandfather of Rudy, Derek, Jake and Brooke. Funeral Mass was celebrated at Sts. Philip & James R.C. Church in St. James. Cremation was private. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of The Branch Funeral Home Smithtown and Vigliante family. Online guest book at www.branchfh.com

Death Notice - Gloria D. Salas de Lievano

Salas de Lievano, Gloria D., of Smithtown, NY passed away peacefully on August 15, 2016 at the age of 69. She was the beloved wife of Ricardo Lievano. Cherished mother of Ricardo (Maria) and Sandra (Timothy). Loving Grandmother of Lucas, Gavin, Logan, Isla and Sabel. She is survived by many other family members and friends. Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s R.C. Church. Cremation followed at Washington Memorial Park. Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Vigliante family. Online guest book at  HYPERLINK “http://www.branchfh.com” www.branchfh.com