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.
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...

Margaret Rita Mahoney
Nov 21, 2016
A life well-lived has come to an end. Margaret R. "Margie" Mahoney of Route 209, Stone Ridge, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2016 at home, where she wanted to be.
Born June 27, 1927 in East Kingston she was the daughter of the late Francis and Teresa Robb Tierney. Margaret attended Kingston High School and helped support her...

Richard E. Perrault, Sr.
Nov 10, 2016
Richard E. Perrault, Sr., 87, of Greenfield Park, NY died on Thursday, November 10, 2016.
Richard is survived by his daughters; Francine Carle (Bobby) of Barnegat, NJ and Tracey L. Ballard (Joe) of Fairview, NJ. Also surviving are his grandchildren; Francesca, Samantha and Ryan. He was predeceased by his son Richard E. Perrault, Jr.
The visitation will be...
Ellen J. Quick
Oct 30, 2016
Ellen J. Quick, 90, of Accord, NY passed away peacefully at Golden Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation in Kingston on Sunday October 30, 2016. Ellen was born in Kerhonkson on November 18, 1925; she was the daughter of the late Catherine and Russell Gray Sr.
Ellen graduated from the Kerhonkson High School. She enjoyed life to the fullest, traveling to Florida with her...

Patrick J. McManus
Oct 19, 2016
Patrick J. McManus, 73, of Accord, NY died on Wednesday October 19, 2016. He was born on August 6, 1943 in Cavan, Ireland.
Patrick came to America in 1963 when he was 20 years old. He lived in New York City before moving to Accord where he became a farmer. Patrick’s whole life revolved around farming. He worked as...

Harriet Ann Batty
Oct 14, 2016
Harriet Ann Batty of Olivebridge, NY died on Friday, October 14, 2016. She was 80 years old. Harriet was born on June 1, 1936 in Astoria, NY; She was the daughter of Walter and Beatrice Thomas.
Harriet had married Joseph Harper Batty Jr. on June 11, 1955 and they lived in Astoria before moving to Olivebridge, NY. Joseph had...
Philip H. Davis
Oct 14, 2016
Philip Herman Davis
Philip Davis, 91, formerly of Arrowhead Farm, Kerhonkson, New York, died peacefully at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Margaret and Andy Smith, in Maryville, Tennessee on October 14, 2016. Phil was born on October 13, 1925 in Ellenville, New York to the late Millard H. and Roswitha (Kudlich) Davis of Kerhonkson, NY. He attended...