Obituary
April 11, 2024: Joyce (Friedman) Brass passed away peacefully at home after a brief illness. She was predeceased by her husband Mel, son Larry and brother Glenn. Mrs. Brass taught at Connetquot Elementary School in Islip Terrace for 32 years before her retirement. She is survived by her daughters Jill Brass, Suzy Brass McInerney, her brother Paul Friedman and his family, many cousins and very dear friends. Funeral services will be private. To honor Joyce and the excellent support they provided, donations can be made in her name to Good Shepherd Hospice Foundation, 110 Bi-County Blvd, Suite 114, Farmingdale, NY 11735, call 631-465-6350, or online
