Silas Ronald "Ronnie" Strauss of Babylon, Long Island New York on Tuesday, July 30th, 2011. Beloved husband of Ann. Loving father of Ron (and Jennifer). Cherished grandfather of Bradan and Cassidy. Friends may visit at Claude R. Boyd-Spencer Funeral Homes, 448 West Main Street, Babylon, New York 11702 on Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011, 2-4:30 and 7-9:30 p.m., Mr. Strauss's Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, August 4th, 2011, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church, West Babylon, New York 11704. Private cremation to follow. For further information kindly call the funeral home at (631) 669-2400.