All Obituaries

Hector Antonio deJesus, a noted Flamenco performer in NYC, passed away peacefully in Kingston on Saturday, December 29, 2018, at the age of 89 after complications from surgery. He was born on March 30, 1929, to Euclides and Leonidas (Romero) deJesus in New York City.   Hector Antonio was proud of his Spanish culture and brought it to anyone he met. He exuded charisma, charm and an incredible natural talent with all that was Flamenco. He performed for world leaders, the general public...

Lanora May Booth of Middlesex, NC, formerly of Kerhonkson, NY, died Saturday, December 15, 2018 in Johnston Memorial Hospital, Smithfield, NC. She was 72 years old. Mrs. Booth was born on August 18, 1946 in Ellenville, NY. She was the daughter of the late George M. and Catherine (Delamater) Tears.   On August 29, 1963 Lanora had married Clifford Paul Booth in Kerhonkson, NY. They had lived in Kerhonkson for 58 years before moving to North Carolina, where she had lived for the past 14...

Wasyl Kucheriawy, one of the few remaining veterans of the Galicia Division of the Ukrainian National Army, peacefully passed away on November 12, 2018 at the age of 95. Wasyl was born on May 14, 1923 in Ukraine to Hnat and Irena (Hyteniuk). Upon the outbreak of WWII, Wasyl volunteered and fought with the 1st Division Ukrainian National Army against his country’s oppressors for the defense and independence of his homeland. When the division surrendered after the Battle of Brody, Wasyl...

Elizabeth M. Mitchell a longtime resident of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away on Saturday, November 10, 2018. She was 90 years old. Elizabeth was born in Accord at the family home on August 20, 1928; she was the daughter of Leroy J. and Mildred M. (Embree) Van Gasbeck.   Elizabeth had worked as a secretary for Suburban Propane for many years. She enjoyed sewing, knitting crocheting and was a wonderful cook. Her family meant everything to her. Elizabeth will be deeply missed, but fondly...

Dolores A. Graham of Accord, NY died Sunday, October 21, 2018 at her home. She was 87 years old. Dolores was born on January 27, 1931 in Charlottesville, VA, the daughter of George and Nora Coles.   Dolores and her husband Griffin traveled a lot over the years. She worked for Ellenville National Bank in the 60’s and was the Branch Manager before her retirement.   Dolores is survived by her children; Griffin Jr. and his wife Toni of Highland, Roderick and his wife Cindy of...

Kenneth R. Gerow, of Ballard Rd., Mongaup Valley, NY passed away on Friday, November 2, 2018 at the Saratoga Center for Rehab. He was 57 years old. Kenneth was born on November 16, 1960 in Liberty, NY; he was the son of the late John and Doris...

Boris Lonkewycz, age 65, passed away Tuesday, October 23, 2018, at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by his family. Born January 21, 1953 in Bronx, NY, he was the only child of Paul and Kornelia Lonkewycz.    Boris was raised in the Bronx, where he grew up with a large extended family that include his cousins Alexandra, Dana, and Shanya, whom he referred to later in life as his sisters. Boris graduated from DeWitt Clinton High School and attended Lehman College, where he majored...

Anna Jamison Trimpe (Morrarty) Anna May Jamison Trimpe died peacefully on Oct. 15, 2018, at Woodland Pond, New Paltz. Anna was born on Sept. 20, 1918, in Peekskill, the fourth child and only daughter of Abram and Eva Mae (Cronk) Jamison. A longtime member of the United Methodist Church of Peekskill, she served as president of the Ladies Afternoon Guild for many years. She was also a chaplain and party planner for the Norcourt Seniors. She loved a good party, and for decades the Trimpe home...

Craig G. Barringer, of Kingston and former longtime resident of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away on September 7, 2018 at the age of 64. Craig was born on November 24, 1953 the son of the late Clayton and Alberta (Wager) Barringer.   For many years Craig worked for the Department of Environmental Protection in Shokan, NY where he was a Maintainer. He earned his commercial drivers license and had run heavy equipment and was a union member of DC37. Craig loved watching NASCAR and he had...

Wayne Anthony Yelle Jr. of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 29, 2018. He was 27 years old. Wayne was born on November 4, 1990 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of Michelle Whitney and Wayne Yelle...