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Jan Trude Obituary

Trude - Jan Griffiths, passed away peacefully, age 80, with his family by his side on October 6. Born to Anne Griffiths and Frederick William Trude on March 26, 1944 in Jamaica, NY, he grew up in Franklin Square with his younger brother, Douglas Trude. He enlisted in the Air Force where he proudly served our country state-side during the Vietnam War, repairing planes such as B-52s. He was honorably discharged and then began his 44 year career at Narda as an electrical engineer. He married Constance Portanova

on July 24, 1971, at Saint Catherine's Church in Franklin Square. They raised their two children, Jannine and Christopher, in North Mastic. His grandchildren, Madison (10), Hailey (8), and Easton (almost 4), brought him the most joy. Jan was predeceased by his brother, Doug, in July 2024. He will be missed by all who knew him. Visitation Thursday, October 10, from 2-4pm and 7-9pm, at Moloney-Sinnicksons Funeral Home in Center Moriches. Funeral Friday, October 11, at 10am, followed by interment at Calverton National Cemetery.
Published by Newsday on Oct. 10, 2024.

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Bob Sidi

October 10, 2024

Jan, you were my "wingman" all through high school! We were inseparable - flying model airplanes, double dating, and working on our sports cars. I can never thank you enough for introducing me to Dee Dee, from that simple game of ping pong at your home in Franklin Square to almost three decades of marriage. I love you man - rest in peace.

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10

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Moloney-Sinnicksons Funeral Home and Cremation Center

203 Main St, Center Moriches, NY 11934

Oct

10

Visitation

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Moloney-Sinnicksons Funeral Home and Cremation Center

203 Main St, Center Moriches, NY 11934

Oct

10

Prayer Service

8:00 p.m.

Moloney-Sinnicksons Funeral Home and Cremation Center

203 Main St, Center Moriches, NY 11934

Oct

11

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Moloney-Sinnicksons Funeral Home and Cremation Center

203 Main St, Center Moriches, NY 11934

Oct

11

Graveside service

11:30 a.m.

Calverton National Cemetery

, Wading River, NY 11792

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Moloney-Sinnicksons Funeral Home and Cremation Center - Center Moriches

203 Main Street P.O. Box 603, Center Moriches, NY 11934

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