Obituary - Anne Marie Teese

Anne Marie Teese, 63, of Atlantic Beach, NY, passed away on June 5th, 2020 at her home.  She was born July 15, 1956 in Queens, NY to Barbara and the late Howard “Bud” Teese.

She is remembered as the beloved daughter of Barbara; loving sister of James, John, and Alyson (Guldner); cherished niece of Robert (and Joanne), Carolyn (Smith) , the late Donald (and Susan), and the late Margaret (Mohan); beloved aunt of Jessica, James, William, and Patrick Teese, Nicholas, Kevin, Rose and Sarah Guldner, Daniel, Emil, and Vivian Rauhansalo; and great-aunt and cousin to many in the extended family.

She moved with her parents and three siblings from Hollis, Queens to Commack, Long Island in 1964.

Anne graduated from Commack High School North in 1974 and received her Bachelor’s Degree from SUNY Brockport in 1978. She worked for Equitable Insurance — later AXA Equitable — for more than three decades, retiring in 2016.

A multi-sport athlete in high school, Anne remained an avid sports fan, an active swimmer, and a lifelong lover of the beach. She enjoyed the wind, the waves, the sunshine, and the calmness that surrounded her on the sand.

The family will receive visitors on Monday, June 15, 2020 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Moloney’s Hauppauge Funeral Home, 840 Wheeler Road (Route 111), Hauppauge, NY 11788.

In lieu of flowers, friends may honor Anne with donations in her name to the American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society, or Atlantic Beach Cats, Inc. (PO Box 189, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509).

Family and friends are planning a fuller remembrance/celebration of life when the world has regained more normalcy.

Obituary - Rita D. Hines

Hines, Rita D. (nee Bobersky) of Hauppauge, NY, formerly of North Bellmore, NY passed away on May 4, 2020 of natural causes in her 93^th year. Survived by her daughter, Kathryn, son in law, Paul, and granddaughter, Amanda Rose of Hauppauge; and sons, David (Patricia); Edward (Sheila); Richard (Rene) and Steven (Kimberly); grandchildren, Jessica (Kenneth), Holly, Caroline and Patrick; and brothers, William Bobersky and Edward Judice. She is predeceased by her husband, David, brother, Frank and grandson, Cassidy.

Rita has been blessed with many new firsts in her recent years while in Hauppauge including a cruise to Nova Scotia, Lake George trips, attending the Hamilton Broadway show and many special restaurants and places including the Russian Tea Room, Becco, Oheka Castle, Old Westbury Gardens, in addition, to her big trip to Boca Raton, Florida, visiting the Japanese Tea Gardens, Loxhatchee and the Artificial Coral Reef.

Funeral arrangements were private and managed by Branch Funeral Home. Family and friends were present as the funeral procession stopped at her Hauppauge residence. Interment was at Mount Saint Mary’s Cemetery in Flushing, New York.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that a donation be made in the memory of Rita Hines to the inaugural Paul, Kathryn and Amanda Borowski Caregiver Scholarship for a Graduating Hauppauge High School Senior. Donation checks are to be payable to “Hauppauge Educational Foundation”, with the Scholarship name in the memo section and can be sent to Kathryn Borowski 70 Autumn Drive, Hauppauge, NY 11788

Obituary - Anton "Andy" Papp

Anton “Andy” Papp 85 passed away on April 30, 2020, after a courageous fight against cancer. Andy graduated from Brooklyn Technical High School, received his Bachelor’s degree from The City College of New York, and his Master’s degree  from Hofstra University. Upon graduation, he joined the Smithtown Central School District as an Industrial Arts teacher and later as an Assistant Principal at Nesaquake Middle School and Accompsett Middle School.

On June 20, 1959 Andy married Virginia “Ginger” Jamison of Smithtown, New York, where they lived and raised their three children: Andean (Billy) Pisano of Smithtown, their children, Amanda (Jon) Sieg, and William Pisano, Alicia Papp/Carrano and her son Jay of Smithtown and Anton (Susan) Papp, and their three sons, Benjamin, Sam and Jake of Palo Alto, California. Andy was also blessed with three special greatgrandchildren: Mathilde, Freyja and Alden Sieg.

Upon retirement, Andy and Ginger bought a second home in Cape Canaveral, Florida, which they enjoyed every winter for many years. There, they joined many friends living nearby. Andy loved watching the rocket launches from The Kennedy Space Center. He was an avid reader and always has a story to share! He and Ginger enjoyed many travels, cooking and time with friends and family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children at 12502 USF Pine Drive, Tampa, Florida 33612. Please indicate on your donation In Memory of Anton Papp. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. 

Anton rest in peace. We will all miss you and never stop loving you. 

Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of 

Hawkins & Davis Funeral Home of Smithtown

Obituary - Charles A. "Buzz" Reynolds

Reynolds - Charles A. “Buzz” Age 79 of Stony Brook, NY passed on January 18, 2020. Proud Lieutenant of Suffolk County Police Department. Proud veteran of the United States Army. Beloved husband of Mary Lou. Loving father of Kenneth A. (Marni) & Stephen V. (Lori) Reynolds. Cherished grandfather of Kayla, Meagan, Mallory, Liam & Ryann. Dear brother of John (Mary Kay), the late Arthur and the late Carol VanBourgdien. Funeral Mass was celebrated at Sts. Philip & James RC Church. He is survived by many other family members and friends. 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

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