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Arlene Winsch Obituary
January 8, 1938 – June 25, 2025
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Arlene Winsch, who left us peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, with her beloved daughter at her side.
Arlene was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She is survived by her loving husband of nearly 59 years, Harold "Harry" Winsch; her children: Harry and his partner Thad, Kathy, and Ted and his wife Kim; her cherished granddaughter Julia; and her dear sister Christine Monteleone and her husband Kevin. Arlene's family was the center of her life, and she treasured every moment spent with them.
Born on January 8, 1938, in Brooklyn, New York, to Theodore and Katherine Stypinski, Arlene grew up in the Greenpoint neighborhood. In 1966, she and Harry moved to East Setauket, NY, where they raised their family. A woman of deep Catholic faith, Arlene was a long-time parishioner of St. James R.C. Church, where she was actively involved in her community until relocating later in life.
Arlene fulfilled her dream of being a dedicated homemaker, pouring her love and energy into raising her children. Her warmth and kindness naturally drew people to her, and she formed lifelong friendships in every place she lived - from New York to New Jersey, Florida, and even during a brief time in Virginia.
Those who knew Arlene will remember her as generous, loving, and spirited. She had a wonderful sense of humor, was never afraid to be a little silly, and showed incredible strength and determination throughout her life. Her heart was open to all, and her legacy of love and laughter will live on in the hearts of those who were blessed to know her.
She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Prolife Across America (https://prolifeacrossamerica.org/), a charity dear to her heart.
Bryant Funeral Home is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Arlene C. Winsch Funeral Visitation
Time: Jul 10, 2025 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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The mass will be live streamed from St. James RC Church Friday July 11, 2025 at 10:45am
https://vimeo.com/event/5245062
411 Old Town Rd, East Setauket, NY 11733
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