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.
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...
D. Richard Steers
Jan 16, 2017
D. Richard Steers “Dick” of Kerhonkson, NY, died on Monday, January 16, 2017. He was 78 years old. Dick was born on February 2, 1938 in Brooklyn, NY and was the son of the late Benjamin and Dorothy (Hogan) Steers.
Dick had married Ellen Booth and together lived in Kerhonkson. Ellen died previously in 1998. Dick was an athlete...
Mark Wayne Ashby, Sr.
Jan 11, 2017
Mark Wayne Ashby Sr., of Accord, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. He was 51 years old. Mark was born on September 15, 1965 in West Virginia; he was the son of the late Philip and Alice (Miller) Ashby.
Mark had worked for Pawling Engineer Products in Pawling, NY for 33 years as a production worker...

Elizabeth Mae Stevens
Jan 3, 2017
Elizabeth Mae Stevens of Ellenville, NY passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at Kingston Hospital. She was 70 years old. Elizabeth was born on June 29, 1946 in the Kingston, NY; she was the daughter of the late Louis and Gladys C. (Smith) Bodie.
Elizabeth graduated from Rondout Valley High School. In her younger days she was a...
Jack D. Williams, Jr.
Dec 29, 2016
Jack D. Williams, Jr. age 64 of Accord, NY died on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at home. He was born on January 20, 1952 in Newark, NY; son of Jack and Violet (Conklin) Williams.
A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, January 28th at the Accord Fire Department, Main Street, Accord.
Condolences may be sent to Jack’s...
Robert W. Cox
Dec 23, 2016
Robert W. Cox, 69, born January 17, 1947 died December 23, 2016. The son of Millard and Helen Cox who pre-deceased him.
Robert was a loving and caring person who would do anything for anybody. A big heart and kind soul.
He leaves behind a dear friend, Ira Poppel of Kerhonkson, who has helped him for many years...
Nicola DiSanto
Dec 20, 2016
NICK DISANTO
January 16, 1940 - December 20, 2016
West Palm Beach, FL
Nick Disanto, age 76 passed away Monday, December 20, 2016 at his home in West Palm Beach, FL. Nick was born on January 16, 1940 in Bomba, Italy.
He came to the United States when he was 15 years old to live his American Dream of...
Richard W. Smith
Dec 18, 2016
Richard W. Smith “Rick” of Kerhonkson, NY passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2016. He was 54 years old. Rick was born on December 2, 1962 in Middletown, NY; he was the son of late Richard L. and Joyce E. Smith.
Rick had recently retired after working for many years as a correctional officer at Eastern Correctional Facility in...
Eileen B. Previll
Dec 17, 2016
Announcing the untimely passing of Eileen B. Previll “Miss Gerstein” daughter of Isidore and Gertrude. Wife of Harry S. Previll, sister of Alan and Stewart Gerstein and the late Judy Kadan.
After a six month fierce and tumultuous battle with lung cancer Eileen passed peacefully at her home she shared with her husband in Melbourne, Fl. along with their...
Barry L. Dreher
Dec 15, 2016
Barry Lee Dreher of Nort Port, FL, formerly of Kerhonkson, NY passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 15, 2016. He was 57 years old. Barry was born on November 14, 1959 in Ellenville, NY; he was the son of Arthur and Jean (Shelton) Dreher.
Barry served his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1979....

Linda Finkbeiner
Dec 4, 2016
Linda Finkbeiner of Kerhonkson, NY passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She was 75 years old. Linda was born on July 4, 1941 in the Bronx, NY; she was the daughter of the late Harry and Dorothy (Nelson) Sanford.
Linda graduated from the Kingston High School in 1959. On October 25, 1959 she...

Edna Mae Warner
Nov 22, 2016
Edna Mae Warner of Stone Ridge, NY, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at the Valley View Nursing Home. She was 90 years old. Edna was born on August 7, 1926 in Hyde Park; she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Alice (Van Tassel) Collins.
Edna attended the New Jersey Collage for Woman and later worked as Plant...