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Gerard Chasteen Obituary
CHASTEEN - Gerard A., 83 years, of St. James. Formerly of Smithtown and Commack. Passed away peacefully on October 28, 2008 and escorted to the throne of his Lord by his children Eric and Lee Alison. Proud Veteran US Navy WWII. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 55 years, May; his cherished children Susan (Alex) Longardino and Gerard Peter (MaryBeth) Chasteen. He was predeceased by his son Eric John and daughter Lee Alison. Adored grandfather of Eric John, Grace Marie, Eric Thomas, Gerard Peter, also beloved step-grandfather and great-grandfather. His Brothers Robert and Kenneth Chasteen. Visiting at The Branch Funeral Home, 190 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY. 7-9pm Saturday and Sunday 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Funeral Service Sunday 8pm at Funeral Home. Funeral 10am Monday at Funeral Home. Interment to follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park. branchfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerard Chasteen
November 15, 2008
Dear Suzi and family
I am so sorry for your loss. There arent any words that will make this easier for you other than you are very loved.
Debi Shapiro
Stephan
November 14, 2008
Dear May, Suzie, Jerry and families,
I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time but my love is with you always.
your friend,
Stephan
Kenneth Chasteen
November 12, 2008
Farewell, Gentle Brother
Tom Girard Chasteen
November 11, 2008
Tom Chasteen, Jerry's nephew, and Robert J. Chasteen (89 y), Jerry's brother, thank everyone for their kind words. We will also miss Jerry.
When he told me that they called him red when he was young I fell in love with the man after whom I'm middle named.
Thomas Girard Chasteen (yes, it's misspelled; ask my father about that)
Ken Trotta
November 3, 2008
Mr. Chasteen was always kind to the neighborhood kids and showed interest and made us feel special whenever we met. He served his country as part of the “Greatest Generation” and will be missed. God Bless Mr. Chasteen.
Terri and Herb Holman and Family
November 2, 2008
Dear May, Susie, Jerry and Families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you - wish we lived closer to attend the services. All our love,
Steven Sisino
November 2, 2008
Dear Chasteen family~
We are so sorry for your loss. Your Dad is with all the angels in heaven and they have wrapped their wings around him. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Sisino Family
Anna Morgenier
October 31, 2008
I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss. It's been a long time but I do remember you in my prayers and thoughts, often.
Missy
WALTER M. WOOD "WOODY"
October 30, 2008
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO JERRY, & THE ENTIRE CHASTEEN FAMILY. LORD PLEASE WELCOME GERARD INTO YOUR BLESSED KINGDOM, & MAY HE FLY WITH THE ANGELS IN HEAVEN, FOR HE HAD THE KINDEST SOUL ON EARTH.
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