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.
Anna Nadratowski
May 25, 2017
Anna Nadratowski of Kerhonkson, NY passed away on May 25, 2017. She was 81 years old. Anna was born on June 26, 1935 in Jersey City; she was the daughter of Thomas and Anna (DeLorenzo) Bifano.
Anna was a communicant of St. Mary & St. Andrews and Our Lady of Lourdes Parish where she had been the Religious Education...
Bobbie Jo Porter
May 18, 2017
Bobbie Jo Kershaw Porter of Ellenville, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 18, 2017 at Northern Dutchess Hospital. She was 44 years old. Bobbie Jo was born on March 15, 1973 in Kingston, NY; she was the daughter of Wayne Kershaw Sr. and Sharon (Quick) Kinch.
Bobbie Jo was fondly referred to as “Serg” by her family because she...

Ernest DeSoiza
May 5, 2017
Ernest DeSoiza, 98, of New York and Vero Beach FL, passed into eternal life on Friday, May 5, 2017. Ernest was born on June 4, 1918 to the late Ernest and Anna DeSoiza. He was a World War II Veteran having served as a Corporal in the US Army from 1942-1945.
He married the love of his life, Marie DeSoiza...
Alan T. Shaw
May 4, 2017
Alan T. Shaw, a lifetime resident of Kerhonkson NY, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 4, 2017 at Highland Rehab and Nursing Home in Middletown, NY.
Alan was born on April 24, 1946 in Ellenville, NY. He was the son of Virginia L. Gray Shaw and adopted by John Glennie Shaw.
Alan retired from his Alma Mater, Rondout...
George H. Legg
May 3, 2017
George H. Legg of Accord, NY, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at Albany Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was 78 years old. George was born on October 4, 1938 in Ellenville, NY; he was the son of Harry K. and Beulah (Wright) Legg.
George was a graduate of Ellenville Central School where he lettered...
Kathy Lee Worden
Apr 27, 2017
Kathy Everett Worden of Kerhonkson, NY passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at Kingston Hospital. She was 50 years old. Kathy was born on January 6, 1967 in Kingston to Robbert and Rebecca (Ercig) Everett, Sr.
On September 30, 1989 Kathy had married Harry Worden Jr. at the home of Jean Terwilliger in Stone Ridge. Kathy had lived...

Frances Viola
Apr 22, 2017
Funeral services for Frances are private and at the discretion of the family.

Irene Williams
Apr 10, 2017
Irene Williams of Monroe, NY passed away on Monday, April 10, 2017 at Kingston Hospital. She was 90 years old. Irene was born on May 11, 1926 in Amboy Heights, NJ.
Irene was a highly accomplished sculptor. She has shown and sold her creations at many different venues and has won several awards for her work.
She is...
Anthony Moraca
Apr 5, 2017
Anthony Moraca of Kerhonkson, age 57, beloved Husband, Father, Brother and Friend, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, April 5, 2017 surrounded by loved ones.
Tony was born in Woodbury, NJ and lived many years in that area. He owned and operated the Moraca Insurance Agency located in New Paltz. Tony lived his life in service of...
Vincent Thomas Smith
Mar 21, 2017
Vincent Thomas Smith of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at Westchester Medical Center. He was 62 years old. Vincent was born on September 28, 1954 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of the late Walter and Matilda (Ellsworth) Smith.
Mr. Smith was a lifelong resident of Ulster County. He had worked as a custodian...
Donald H. Keator
Feb 22, 2017
Donald H. Keator of Accord, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 22, 2017. He was 81 years old. Donald was the son of Grace Hornbeck Keator and Harold Keator.
Don worked for the New York City Board of Water Supply-Ashokan Reservoir for 28 years in Building and Grounds Maintenance. Don and his wife Lynette also spent many years operating...
Genevieve Zajac
Feb 20, 2017
Genevieve Zajac (Raboud) (6/29/51-2/20/17)
Genevieve was born in Sion, Switzerland to Lisette and Marc Raboud and leaves two brothers: Michel and Norbert Raboud. She traveled to the US in her early twenties to pursue her passion of photography. She went across this country and manifested her dream. When she returned, she found a part of her dream that she...
Giovanni Davi
Feb 8, 2017
Giovanni Davi of Ellenville, NY, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. He was 77 years old. Giovanni was born in Borgetto, Italy on December 18, 1939; he was the son of the late Vito and Maria Davi.
Giovanni is survived by his wife Jacqueline Davi; their children, Vito Davi, Maria Graziella Di Santo...

Sheryl Ann Butler
Feb 7, 2017
Sheryl Ann Butler of Kerhonkson, NY, died on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. She was 68 years old. Sheryl was born on September 19, 1948 in Brooklyn, NY and was the daughter of the late Morris and Rose Edith (Zank) Music.
Sheryl had married Donnel Butler on September 28, 1986 in Kingston, NY and together they lived in Kerhonkson for...