OBITUARIES
Recent obituaries in Kerhonkson, New York
The obituaries in the Ulster Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Ulster's history and identity.
Howard Pomerantz
Apr 12, 2018
Howard A. Pomerantz, fondly known to many as “Howie”, passed away on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at Vassar Brothers Hospital. He was 79 years old. Howard was born on March 22, 1939 in Jersey City, NJ; he was the son of the late David and Ethel (Spellman) Pomerantz.
Howard was a retired member of the 156th Field Artillery Division...
Bernadette Doctor
Mar 28, 2018
Bernadette Doctor departed this earth and transitioned on to glory on March 28, 2018.
She was one of four children born to the late Peter and Dorothy Frances Doctor at Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, New York on May 26, 1955.
Her education began in the public school systems of Brooklyn and Queens, New York. She attended Junior...

Ruth Emma Osterhoudt
Mar 20, 2018
Ruth Emma Osterhoudt
Accord, NY
August 10, 1918 – March 20, 2018
Ruth Emma Osterhoudt a longtime resident of the area passed away at Golden Hill Nursing Home on Tuesday, March 20, 2018. She was 99 years old. Ruth was born on August 10, 1918 in Stone Ridge, NY; she was the daughter of Joe and Lena (Lockwood) Pratt.
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Pierre A. Hendrickson
Mar 19, 2018
Pierre A. Hendrickson, age 50, of Wawarsing, NY passed away suddenly on Monday, March 19, 2018. Born on January 21, 1968 in Ellenville, NY, he was the son of Roland A. Hendrickson.
Pierre was a kind person who kept to himself. Many knew him from working over the years at Saunderskill Farms in Accord, Filippo Auto Imports in Kerhonkson,...
Luella M. Baker
Mar 14, 2018
Luella M. Baker of Accord, NY, passed away on March 14th 2018 at the Golden Hill Health Care Center. She was 95 years old. Luella was born on January 2, 1923 in Whitfield; she was the daughter of the late Elmer J. and Flossie (Alexander) Osterhoudt.
Luella was a lifelong resident of Accord where along with her husband Kenneth...
Robert F. Lamberti
Feb 24, 2018
Robert F. Lamberti, of Kerhonkson, NY, formerly Queens and Long Island, fondly known to many as “Bob” and “Bobbo”, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Vassar Brothers Hospital surrounded by his loving children. He was 72 years old. Bob was born on September 8, 1945 in Queens, NY; he was the son of the late Mario and Josephine...

Marie Alice Desiderio
Feb 21, 2018
Marie Alice Desiderio, of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 surrounded by her family. She was 75 years old. Marie was born in Brooklyn, NY on September 2, 1942; she was the daughter of Alice Reiber.
Marie was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband, John Desiderio; her children,...
Harold James Nigro
Feb 8, 2018
Harold James Nigro of Accord, NY passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family. He was 52 years old. Harold was born on June 7, 1965 in Brooklyn, NY; he was the son of Catherine (Caruso) Mason and the late Harold James Mason.
Harold enjoyed woodworking and had worked in...

Rebecca Marko
Feb 4, 2018
Rebecca Marko of Lake Worth, FL, formerly of Kerhonkson, NY passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was 96 years old.
Rebecca was born on November 20, 1921 in Brooklyn, NY; she was the daughter of Benjamin and Fanny Skolnick.
On August 16, 1946 Rebecca married Arnold Marko in New York City....
Michael Noel Moloney
Jan 28, 2018
Michael Noel Moloney of Accord, NY and Pearl River, NY formerly of Shinrone County Offaly Ireland passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2018.
He is survived by his wife Eileen; children Noel, Ann Marie, Geraldine and Tricia. He is also survived by his grandchildren Michael, Saoirse, Eoghan, Liam, Niall, Stephen, Gavin, and Loki.
The Mass of Christian burial...

Laura Barringer
Jan 24, 2018
Laura Barringer of Olivebridge, NY, passed away in the comfort of her home on Wednesday, January 24, 2018. She was 91 years old. Laura was born on February 22, 1926 in the Town of Rochester; she was the daughter of Eli and Ella (VanEtten) Coddington and the widow of Alfred Z. Barringer Sr.
Laura had worked at Channel Master...
Audrey J. Smith
Jan 24, 2018
Audrey J. Smith of Ellenville, NY, passed away on January 24th 2018 in Jacksonville, FL. She was 85 years old. Audrey was born on February 27, 1932 in Ellenville; she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Alice (Degolia) Smith.
Audrey had worked at Imperial Schrade for many years. She was a life member of the Kerhonkson-Accord First...
Glen R. Burkard
Jan 21, 2018
Glen R. Burkard of Catskill, NY formerly Kerhonkson, NY, passed away on January 21, 2018. He was 57 years old. Glen was born on June 26, 1960 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of the late Henry and Elsie (Carpenter) Burkard.
Glen graduated from Rondout Valley High School Class of 1978. He had worked for Revenue Markets in...