Ernest Zafonte of Islip Terrace, New York on June 19, 2024. Beloved father of Tina Zafonte, David P. Zafonte and his wife Linda, James A. Zafonte, Vincent P. Zafonte, Christopher P. Zafonte, Theresa M. Snow and her husband Jeremiah, Mary Anne Aleshevich an her husband Randy and the late Anthony P. Zafonte. Adored grandfather of 13 grandchildren. Loving great grandfather of 2 great grandchildren. Dear brother of Leo Zafonte and his wife of Barbara & the late William Villeneuve. The family will receive friend's Monday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at the, Albrecht, Bruno & O'Shea Funeral Homes, Inc.; 62 Carleton Avenue; East Islip, New York where a Morning Prayer will be shared at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, New York.