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Claudia Brando Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 6, 2025.

Brando, Claudia L., 52, of Bay Shore, NY, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Claudia is survived and will be missed by her devoted parents: mother, Maria G. Brando and father, Carlos E. Brando, Sr. Claudia leaves behind her beloved daughter, Taylor M. Brando; her loving brothers, Carlos E. Brando, Jr. (Laura), Pablo A. Brando (Marianne), George P. Brando, Senior (Laura); her adored nieces and nephews, Katherine A. Pierce (Chuck), Sara E. Turner (Nick), Mia M. Brando, Carlos E. Brando, III, Ella E. Brando and George P. Brando, Jr. Her cherished, loyal and nearly lifelong friends, Ilene Davidson and Christine Fay.

Claudia loved being a mom to Taylor. It was the greatest gift and joy of her life. Claudia loved her mustang, the sun, the beach, sunrise and sunsets, anything but snow. Claudia did everything in her life with honesty and integrity. Claudia's collegiate goals, knowledge of financial and business management was extensive. Given her unfortunate health condition, her resilience and positive spirit inspired all who knew her. Claudia's exceptional smile and strong will lifted everyone around her, leaving a lasting impression. Claudia will be remembered for her courage, strength, loyalty, commitment, and kindness. Claudia will be cherished as an amazing daughter, mother, sister, aunt, and best friend. Claudia's legacy will live on in the memories we hold dear and the lives she touched. Private services will be held. For those who wish to pay tribute, donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105. A cause close to Claudia's heart. As she gave her whole heart not only to her own child, but she was devoted to everyone's children. Your support means the world to the family and will help continue the important work of the children's research hospital.

Claudia was blessed to make her Holy Communion and was confirmed in the catholic church.

God put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful; he always takes the best. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you home. Thank you to everyone for your thoughts, prayers and generosity for Claudia and the Brando Family.

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January 13, 2025

Ilene Davidson posted to the memorial.

January 7, 2025

Matthew lucchetti posted to the memorial.

January 7, 2025

Tracey Koch posted to the memorial.

4 Entries

Ilene Davidson

January 13, 2025

Dear Claud,

This will be the last opportunity for me to write you a message: like the notes we passed in school, letters we wrote during college and, in the present, text. Since my first attempt failed I will try it this way. You know I suck at writing.

There are so many memories throughout our 42 years of friendship, good times and bad. I find it so hard to find a memory that won´t get me grounded: John Scott and Friday night!! All our wonderful adventures. Time with friends: Tracey, Debbie, Richie, Joey. Walking to and from South Jr High with Tracey. Laughing at the 6th period lunch table with Regina and Sandy at South Jr High. Sorry for stealing your pepperoni off your pizza, you never did forget that. Watching 90210, Melrose Place. Abuelita making us milk and ham and cheese sandwiches. Riding the same bus home from High School. Going to the mall and movies. Taking pictures on Santa´s lap. Having birthday sleepovers and cruising 231. I had the license, you had the car. We were a great team. Thelma and Louise at heart.

As we got older, working at the same jobs: Captree Corners Food Court in the mall, Toys R Us. At least until I got fired. The family ski trip, riding in the back of the station wagon, but you came home broken. You know taking off from work for that trip is why I got fired from Captree. WORTH IT!!!

We even went to Suffolk Community College together. Of course you graduated on schedule and I had to do an extra year. Turning 21!!! Hitting some clubs/bars: how did we get home?

You went to the beach and warmer weather and I headed to the snow upstate. Even when we were in 2 different states, knowing you, Claudia, influenced my life, decisions and actions. When I was struggling you were always a phone call away. You worked at Payless and sent me much needed new work boots for Hanukkah. You gave me everything I needed to survive. When there was a problem I always thought, What would Claud do? and I figured it out.

Your college graduation!! I almost forgot. What a fun trip and time. Debbie, Angela, Christine and us hanging out, going to the beach, eating ice cream. Dropping me off at the wrong airport for my flight home. LOL. We managed to switch my tickets and get me home without a cell phone!!! Though my mom was pissed. I was so sad when you stayed in Florida but I knew you were happy in the sun.

But life wasn´t complete until we were together again. Amazing how we would cross paths in places at important times in our lives. Fate would nudge us toward each other. Our own Any Day Now show: our lives before the break and after we came back together.

Watching our daughters have sleepovers, Christmas Eve at your parents house again and hanging at the clubs/bars again. I loved that our children got to grow up together, if even for a short time. You always spoiled them, and me. Grabbing the restaurant check before I could and when I argued saying I could get the next one (which never happened).

You were the only person who managed an actual Surprise birthday party for me. And dropped everything when I had my stroke to make sure Gavin´s birthday party at the bowling alley ran smoothly.

Driving in your mustang and even your jeep talking about life´s issues and dreams. You were the only person who saw my potential and heart and supported me instead of laughing at me.

Life is never going to be the same. One thing I know is that you will always be with me. I will still ask, What would Claud say or do when I have a problem. I will always remember you as a strong person, honest, caring and a true friend. I am proud to have known you.

I love you always! You are the best friend I have.

Wanna build a snowman?

Ilene

Matthew lucchetti

January 7, 2025

Sorry to hear about the loss of Claudia. I grew up down the block from them and I went to school with Carlos. I remember when they moved in. We def spent some childhood days together playing with the Sills and being neighborhood kids !! May she rest in peace, she was def take too soon. Blessing to the family it has probably been over 35 years since I have seen yall !! May God heal all of your pain !!

Tracey Koch

January 7, 2025

First and foremost, I'd like to express my deepest sympathy to your family, may you find comfort in all your beautiful memories of Claudia.

I can recall so many fun memories of our childhood, Ilene, you and I were the 3 Amigo's in Jr. High. We took many trips, to the South Shore Mall just being typical teenage girls that were living our best lives being care free. We shared a love of music, 80's hair bands specifically, didn't get much better than that, we were particularly obsessed with Motley Crue. We would hit Captree Corner in the mall and have countless t-shirts created from BFF shirts to hair band iron on t-shirts, oh how we treasured those t-shirts. And I remember the buttons we created with pictures of our favorite bands. Those were the days.

I would ride my bike to your house and from there we would walk the rest of the way to South Jr. High, laughing all the way. I remember the many sleepovers and adventures we shared.

I regret that time passed and our lives drifted apart but I will forever cherish the memories of our childhood together.

I hear you put up quite a fight showing such grace, doesn't surprise me, you were a strong and resilient young lady and that obviously didn't change into adulthood. May you rest eternally in peace my dear childhood friend.
With much love,
Tracey Koch