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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.

Mary Theresa Rossi

Mary Theresa Rossi

Dec 26, 2009

Mary Theresa Rossi of Kerhonkson, NY passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2009 at Benedictine Hospital. She was 78 years old. Mary was born on May 30, 1931 in New York City, she was the daughter of John and Elvira (Chiappa) Rossi.

  

Mrs. Rossi was a seamstress and designer for Adel Simpson in New York City. She retired from...

Edward "Bucky" Deyo

Edward "Bucky" Deyo

Dec 24, 2009



    Edward “Bucky” Deyo of Napanoch, passed away at Kingston Hospital after a 24 year courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.  He was the retired owner/operator of the Indian Valley Inn and E. Deyo Lumber in Kerhonkson.

    Born in Kerhonkson he was the son of the late Theron and Nellie VanEtten Deyo.  Bucky served in the 101st Army...

Betty Mae Smith

Betty Mae Smith

Dec 22, 2009

Betty Mae Smith born September 23, 1928 in Horsehead, NY. She was 81. Passed away after a long illness on December 22, 2009 in her home in Felton, PA. A former resident of Wawarsing, NY.

 

Betty was a charter member of the Kerhonkson-Accord First Aid Squad. She was there when they first opened the doors and started the...

Thomas M. Brush

Thomas M. Brush

Dec 1, 2009

Thomas M. Brush of Highland, NY, died Tuesday, December 1, 2009. He was 53 years old. Thomas was born on March 2, 1956 in Ellenville, NY the son of James S. and Margaret Mary (Martin) Brush. 

Tom graduated from Rondout Valley High School in 1974. Following high school he attended the Culinary Institute of America in NYC studying as a...

Franklin Henry Knispel

Franklin Henry Knispel

Nov 26, 2009

Franklin Henry Knispel of NY, NY, died Thursday, November 26, 2009. He was 84 years old. Franklin was born on August 19, 1925 in Brooklyn, NY the son of Henry and Johanna (Schreiber) Knispel.

 

Franklin is survived by his children; Frank Knispel of Kerhonkson, Janice Baxter of Amityville, NY and Evelyn Golz of South Hold, NY. Four grandchildren and...

Douglas North, Sr

Douglas North, Sr

Nov 24, 2009

Douglas North, Sr. of Kerhonkson, NY died Tuesday, November 24, 2009. He was 72 years old. Douglas was born on September 8, 1937 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of the late Roscoe and Florence (Embree) North.





Mr. North was a Mason for the Town of Rochester for many years. He was a member of the Rondout...

Raymond L. Barringer

Raymond L. Barringer

Nov 9, 2009

Raymond L. Barringer a life long resident of Kerhonkson, NY, died Monday, November 9, 2009. He was 81 years old. Raymond was born on February 11, 1928 in Samsonville, NY the son of Lou and Emma (Beesimer) Barringer.

 

On January 21, 1956 Raymond had married Frances Decker in Kerhonkson. Frances had predeceased him in January 2005.

 

Mr. Barringer...

Margaret J. Brooks

Margaret J. Brooks

Nov 1, 2009

Margaret J. Brooks, formerly of Accord and Kerhonkson and having made her home in St. Petersburg, FL for the past 50 years passed away on November 1, 2009 at her home at the age of 98 years old. Her husband, Hiram Brooks died previously.

 

Survivors include her son and wife, Robert and Beatrice Brooks of Kerhonkson and a daughter,...

Harold C. Ross

Harold C. Ross

Oct 24, 2009

Harold C. Ross of Punta Gorda, Fl., formerly of Kerhonkson, NY died Saturday, October 24th at Signature Health Care in Port Charlotte, Fl. He was 85 years old. Harold was born on January 27, 1924 in Boston, MA; he was the son of the late Harold C. and Ruth (Thomas) Ross.

Mr. Ross was a WWII Tech. Sergeant with Unit...

Lila May Wright

Lila May Wright

Oct 20, 2009

Lila May Wright of Kerhonkson, NY died Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at her home. She was 54. Lila was born on August 12, 1955 in Monticello, NY, the daughter of the late Otis and Gladys Worden, Sr.

Mrs. Wright had worked at the Mohonk Mountain House in New Paltz, NY as a Room Attendant for over 16 years. She loved...

Hubert C. "Spud" Roberts

Hubert C. "Spud" Roberts

Oct 14, 2009

Hubert C. “Spud” Roberts, 84, of Stuart, FL. passed away peacefully October 14th, 2009 at Martin Nursing & Restorative Care Center, in Stuart.

Born in Napanoch, New York he has resided in Pinelake Gardens for the past 19 years moving tot his area from Ellenville, New York. 

Prior to retiring Hubert was a Main Frame Installer with I.B.M. in Kingston,...

Richard Gilbert Edwards

Richard Gilbert Edwards

Oct 1, 2009

Richard Gilbert Edwards of Pooler, GA, formerly of Accord, NY died Thursday, October 1, 2009. He was 72 years old. Richard was born on September 14, 1937 in Accord, NY the son of Gilbert and Eva (DePuy) Edwards.

 

Mr. Edwards was a Prison Guard at the Green Haven Prison in Albany for many years, He retired as Lieutenant.

 

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Clifford Bush, Sr

Clifford Bush, Sr

Sep 12, 2009

Clifford Bush, Sr. a lifelong resident of Accord, NY, died Saturday, September 12, 2009 at Kingston Hospital. He was 54 years old. Clifford was born on December 29, 1954 in Kingston, NY, he was the son of the late Frend and Jean (Williams) Bush.

 

Mr. Bush owned and operated Clifford Bush Septic Service in Accord for over 30 years....

Irene "Winckowska" Zajac

Irene "Winckowska" Zajac

Aug 28, 2009

Irene “Winckowska” Zajac

Irene Zajac of Accord, NY died at Benedictine Hospital in Kingston on Friday, August 28th, 2009. Her immediate family was by her side. 

Irene was born in Brooklyn, New York on January 22nd, 1925. As a young woman she was a Neutrogena model, nightclub singer and also worked as a Polish dancer at the1939 World's Fair in...

James I. Davey, Sr

James I. Davey, Sr

Aug 24, 2009

James I. Davey, Sr. of Kerhonkson, NY, formerly of Monticello, died Monday, August 24, 2009. He was 80. James was born on September 17, 1928 in Port Jervis, the son of Isaac and Lucy Anna (Dennis) Davey.

 

James is survived by his eight children, several grandchildren & great grandchildren, and his sister, Diana Sawyer. He was pre-deceased...

Doris M. Somers

Doris M. Somers

Aug 24, 2009

Doris M. Somers of Kerhonkson, NY, died peacefully at her home on August 24, 2009. She was 79 Years old. Doris was born on July 8, 1930 in Honesdale, PA, the daughter of Albert and Leonor (Roloson) Adam.

Mrs. Somers worked and owned the Kerhonkson Liquor Store for over 20 years. She was...

Frederick W. Lore

Frederick W. Lore

Aug 14, 2009

Frederick W. Lore, Sr. of Ellenville, NY, formerly of New Rochelle, died Friday, August 14, 2009 at his home with his wife at his side. He was 73 years old. Fred was born on November 12, 1935 in Mt. Pleasant, NY the son of Vito and Philomeno (Morabito) Lore.

 

Mr. Lore had served in the Naval Reserves from 1952...

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