Katherine Altebrando

Katherine Altebrando, 95, of Port Jefferson, New York, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2026. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, and her presence will be deeply missed.

Born Katherine Kertatos in Brooklyn on 7/16/1931 to parents James and Helen Kertatos. The family moved to Long Island where she grew up and graduated from Patchogue High School.

She was always an independent and adventurous woman, in 1953 with her wedding dress in hand, she flew by herself to France to marry Anthony Altebrando, who was stationed there during the Korean War, and lived in Bordeaux for a year while working on the base.

They bought land and had their home built in Belle Terre, Port Jefferson where they raised their three children.

Katherine cherished her family and made lifelong friends feel part of that family. Her love of cooking, entertaining, and hosting made their home the place where family and friends would come to congregate, celebrate and enjoy her hospitality. Her infectious spirit and love for life brightened the lives of all who knew her.

Katherine is survived by her son Nicholas Altebrando (Linda) and grandchildren Nicole, Michelle (Kevin), Danielle and Jaclyn; daughter Teresa Polster (Keith) and grandchild Katherine; and daughter-in-law Cynthia (wife of the late James) and grandchildren Alexandra (Brian), Matthew and Julia (James); and 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Anthony Altebrando.

A Funeral Mass will be held at Infant Jesus Church, 110 Myrtle Ave, Port Jefferson, NY 11777, US, on October 16, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

A Committal Service will take place at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, 3442 NY-112, Coram, NY 11727, US, on October 16, 2026, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm.

In Lieu of Flowers, Donations can be made to The Hope House Ministries in Katherine's Memory.

https://www.hhm.org/