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.

Douglas A. Booth
Mar 9, 2012
Douglas passed away at the Kingston City Hospital. He was 93. He was pre-deceased by his wife Harriet Moore Booth after 50 years of marriage. Douglas retired in May of 1977 after 30 years of service as Postmaster of Wawarsing where he resided for most of his life. Douglas was a past member of the Lackawack Fish and Game Club;...
Michael Gary Larkin
Mar 5, 2012
Michael Gary Larkin of Accord, NY, formerly of Port Ewen passed away on Monday, March 5, 2012 at the Ellenville Regional Hospital. He was 63 years old. Michael was born on January 19, 1949 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of the late Michael Joseph and Elizabeth Agatha (Signor) Larkin. Michael had worked as a Machinist for Otto-Tech in...
Rose Marie Lawrence
Feb 29, 2012
Rose Marie Lawrence of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away on February 29, 2012 at the Ellenville Regional Hospital. She was 47 years old. Born on August 15, 1964 in Ellenville, NY; she was the daughter of Genevieve Quick and the late Virgil Miller. Rosie was a loving mother, wife, sister and grandmother. She was a kind hearted person who loved everyone...
Anne M. Estroff
Feb 19, 2012
Anne M. Estroff passed away peacefully on February 19, 2012 at the age of 61 in her Kerhonkson, NY home, after courageously battling breast cancer for 12 long years. Anne, daughter of the late Josephine and Albert Meyer, born in Callicoon, NY, grew up in Mileses, NY, and moved to Kerhonkson in 1968. She graduated from Ulster County Community College,...
Wasyl Szysz
Jan 28, 2012
Wasyl Szysz of Kerhonkson, NY died Saturday, January 28, 2012. He was 90. Wasyl was born on March 21, 1921 in Lesiatychi, Ukraine, the son of Nicholas and Ann (Tyzbir) Szysz. Wasyl had lived in Kerhonkson for over twenty years. He came to America in 1950 and lived in New Jersey where he owned and operated his window cleaning and...
Ralph Ellis Swenson
Jan 26, 2012
Ralph Ellis Swenson of Accord, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 26, 2012. He was 88 years old. Born on February 23, 1923 in Brooklyn, NY; he was the son of Carl Ellis and Elsa (Jorgren) Swenson. Mr. Swenson was a decorated WWII Veteran of the United States Army with the 346th Infantry. He was honorably discharged in 1945...
Magdalena Kwas
Jan 20, 2012
Panakhyda will begin at 6pm on Sunday. The Holy Sacrifice of the Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Monday, January 23rd at 10am at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, Kerhonkson. Burial will follow at Pine Bush Cemetery.
Vena M. Lawrence Quick
Jan 20, 2012
Vena M. Lawrence Quick, 85, of Kingston, NY, and formerly Kerhonkson, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2012 at the Golden Hill Health Care Center. She was the daughter of Edna and Obie Dick. Born and raised in Kentucky Vena was well known for her wonderful sense of humor, her amazing green thumb, and her love of crocheting - which...
Yuriy Leshchuk
Jan 2, 2012
Yuriy Leshchuk of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 2, 2012 at his home. He was 26 years old. Born on April 15, 1985 in Ukraine; the son of Yevheniya Khomanchuk and the late Vladymir Leshchuk. Yuriy came to the United States in 2000. He graduated from Rondout Valley High School and from Ulster County Community College. He...
Gerald T. Kubin
Dec 21, 2011
Gerald T. Kubin of Whiting, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at the Oakland Care Center in NJ. Gerald was born on September 25, 1929 in Queens, NY, where he grew up and relocated to Kerhonkson, NY with his wife Alice. Together, they and their dear friends, Nick and Elaine Oprysko owned and operated the Casino Restaurant in...

Paolo "Paul" LoPresti
Dec 4, 2011
Paolo "Paul" Salvatore LoPresti, 62, of Cottekill, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2011, surrounded by his family. He was born January 2, 1949 in San Piero Patti, Sicily, the son of Eduardo and Maria (Franco) LoPresti. Mr. LoPresti married his loving wife, Kathleen Golia, in March 1972 and together had lived in the area for over 40 years. Kathleen had...

Michael D. Golia
Nov 28, 2011
MICHAEL GOLIA left us on Monday Nov. 28th, 2011 in a quiet and peaceful moment. He was a kind, warm, passionate, and humorous man who was loved and highly respected by all who came in contact with him throughout his life. He was always very straight forward and honest, and willing to help anyone and everyone no matter what the...

Vera Gidej
Nov 28, 2011
Visiting hours will be Thursday, December 1st from 5-7pm at HB Humiston Funeral Home, Kerhonkson. The Panakhyda will begin at 6pm that evening. The Holy Sacrifice of the Divine Liturgy will be Friday, December 2nd 10am at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, Kerhonkson. Burial will follow at Pine Bush Cemetery, Kerhonkson.
Dale W. Countryman
Nov 23, 2011
Dale W. Countryman of Accord, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 23, 2011. He was 51 years old. Dale was born on January 15, 1960 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of Floyd and Jane (Mitchell) Countryman. Dale had retired from the Rondout Valley Schools where he worked as the Maintenance Supervisor for 21 years. He was a...
Bertha E. Blair
Nov 20, 2011
Bertha E. Blair of Accord, NY, passed away on November 20, 2011 at the Albany Medical Center. She was 70 years old. Bertha was born on December 11, 1940 in Poughkeepsie, NY; the daughter of Katherine (Mosher) Crapser and the late Harold Crapser. In addition to her mother Katherine, Bertha is survived by her husband Kenneth Blair, whom she married...
Hazel Ellen Quick
Nov 11, 2011
Hazel Ellen (Newman) Quick, 76 of Accord, NY, died unexpectedly at her home on November 11, 2011. Born on November 19, 1934 at home; she was the daughter of the late John H. and Gussie B. (Quick) Newman. Hazel graduated Kerhonkson High School in 1954 and shortly after married Chester B. Quick. Hazel was a stay at home mom who...

Jackie "John" Lee Krom
Nov 10, 2011
A Masonic Graveside Service will be held on November 19th at Krumville Cemetery.
Janina Taszak
Nov 1, 2011
Janina Tazak of Wawarsing, NY, passed away on November 1, 2011 at her home. She was 88 years old. Private Family Visitation with Funeral Service to be held Friday, November 4th from 1-2pm at the funeral home. Service will begin at 2pm. Burial will follow at Pine Bush Cemetery.
Anna Kowalczuk
Oct 25, 2011
Anna Kowalczuk of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at the Kingston City Hospital. She was 88 years old. Visiting will be held Friday, October 28th from 5-7 pm at the funeral home. Panakhyda will begin at 6pm that evening. The Holy Sacrafice of Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Saturday 10am at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic...