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.

Peter Schwayka
Jul 23, 2009
Peter Schwayka of Kerhonkson, NY, died Thursday, July 23, 2009 at Vassar Brothers Hospital. He was 87 years old. Peter was born on July 3, 1922 in Konyuche, Ukraine.
Mr. Schwayka worked as a Carpenter for the Empire State Carpenters Union in Scarsdale, NY. He was a Communicant of Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Kerhonkson.
Peter...

Daniel Bauman Jr
Jul 20, 2009
Daniel Bauman, Jr. of Kerhonkson, NY, died Monday, July 20, 2009 at Golden Hill Health Care Center. He was 79 years old. Daniel was born on February 23, 1930 in Brooklyn, NY the son of the late Veronica (Hutter) and Daniel Bauman, Sr.
Mr. Bauman had worked at the Ellenville Regional Hospital as a Purchasing Agent. He was the...

Donna Donna (C
Jul 11, 2009
Donna Beretta of Kerhonkson, NY, died Saturday, July 11, 2009 at Ellenville Regional Hospital. She was 59 years old. Donna was born on October 24, 1949 in Roslyn, NY, the daughter of the late Wilhelm and Thelma (McDonough) Charrier.
Mrs. Beretta is survived by her son Dennis Salvati of Peoria, AZ, her grandson Anthony J. Salvati also of AZ...

Jaden Thomas Shultis
Jul 7, 2009
Jaden’s time with us was short but he will be in our hearts and memories always. Jaden was brought to us and he returned to heaven on Tuesday, July 7, 2009.
Jaden Thomas leaves behind his parents Harry Shultis and Donna Adams of Napanoch N.Y.
Michael Kinch – Brother of Kerhonkson, NY
Jason Whittaker – Brother of...

John B. Hagen
Jul 2, 2009
John B. Hagen of Accord, NY, died peacefully at home on July 2, 2009. He was 76.The son of the late Lars. B. Sr. and Ingeborg Hagen, he was born on October 28, 1932 in Norway.John came to the United States as an infant. He served in the U.S. Air Force 809th Motor Vehicle Squadron in the early 1950's.He is...

Leo Nisiewycz
Jun 29, 2009
Leo Nisiewycz of Ellenville, NY died Monday, June 29, 2009. He was 88. Leo was born on September 8, 1920 in Dobra, Ukraine, the son of Nicholas and Anna (Demkowicz) Nisiewycz.
Leo is survived by his wife of 32 years, Emily (Pires) Nisiewycz, his sons; Sherman Roberts and his wife Andrea of Woodridge, NY, Robert Roberts and...

Helen J. Whiteley
Jun 20, 2009
Helen J. Whiteley “Aunt Helen” of Kingston, NY, died Saturday, June 20, 2009 at Benedictine Hospital. She was 92 years old. Helen was born on June 29, 1916 in the Town of Clinton, she was the daughter of Frederick and Katherine (Burnett) Whiteley.
Ms. Whiteley was employed as an Administrative Assistant for IBM for 25 years. She was a...

Fred R. Simpson
Jun 9, 2009
Fred R. Simpson of Bakersville, NC formerly of Kerhonkson, NY, died Tuesday, June 9, 2009 in Tavares, Fl. at Florida Hospital Waterman. He was 80 years old. Fred was born on July, 6, 1928 in Rochester, NY, the son of William Nelson and Anna Hitt Bullock Simpson.
As a young man Fred was the star pitcher for the men’s...

Harry H. Coddington
May 18, 2009
Harry H. Coddington of Accord, died Monday, May 18, 2009 in Rhinebeck. He was 84. Harry was born on May 16, 1925 in Accord, the son of the late Herman and Mary (Markle) Coddington.
A life long resident of Accord, Mr. Coddington had been a member of the Accord Methodist Church and had worked for Ellenville Wood Novelty for...
Helen C. Smith
May 14, 2009
Helen C. Smith of Accord, died Thursday, May 14, 2009 at Benedictine Hospital. She was 82. Helen was born on March 25, 1927 in Bronx, the daughter of the late Oscar and Elsie (Gass) Conorman.
On April 1, 1950 Helen had married Robert L. Smith in Newburgh. Mr. Smith had died on February 10, 2002.
Mrs. Smith had lived in...
Laura V. Cyr
Apr 27, 2009
Laura V. Cyr of Kerhonkson, NY died Monday, April 27, 2009 at Benedictine Hospital. She was 88. Laura was born on November 18, 1920, in New York City, the daughter of Henry and Rosalie Muller.
Mrs. Cyr had worked as a Chef for the Log Cabin Restaurant in Kerhonkson for many years. She was a member of the Grange...
John Bohdan Rosola
Apr 4, 2009
John Bohdan Rosola of High Falls, NY died Saturday, April 4, 2009 at his home surrounded by his family, after a courageous 5 year battle with colon cancer. He was 58. John was born on May 30, 1950 in Barquisimeto, Venezuela, the son of Yaroslaw and Kateryna (Kowal) Rosola.
John was a...

Carolyn H. Rider
Mar 29, 2009
Carolyn H. Rider life long resident of Accord, NY died Sunday, March 29, 2009 at Golden Hill Rehabilitation Center. She was 91. Carolyn was born on July 3, 1917 in Queens, NY, the daughter of Charlie and Lena Markle.
On August 15, 1935 Carolyn married Calvin H. Rider at the Rochester Reformed Church in Accord. Mr. Rider died in...

Duane Millwood
Mar 15, 2009
Duane Millwood of Accord, died on Sunday, March 15, 2009. He was 59 years old.
Duane was a veteran of the armed forces having served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.
He is survived by his two sons, Sage Millwood of Washington DC and Jared Millwood of...

Mildred Graziano
Feb 24, 2009
Mildred Graziano of Kerhonkson, NY died Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at Bringham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA. She was 86. Mildred was born on May 31, 1922 in Bronxville, NY, the daughter of William and Lillian (Wood) Quinn.
On January 26, 1947 Mildred married Joseph Graziano at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Mt. Vernon. Mr. Graziano...

Stuart Jay Shapiro
Jan 27, 2009
Stuart Jay Shapiro of Kerhonkson, died on Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at his home. He was 82 years old. Stuart was born on September 8, 1926 the son of Solomon and Frances (Notice) Shapiro in Bronx, NY.
Stu was a generous brother, devoted uncle, and a dutiful son. An avid reader, he was knowledgeable in literature, a fan of...
Dora May Watson
Jan 20, 2009
Dora May Watson, age 96, died Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at Golden Hill Health Care Center, where she has resided since 2003.
Dora was born in Farmer City, IL. on April 23, 1912, the daughter of the late Cornelius H. and Mary F. Watson.
Dora owned and operated Dora May Beauty Salon in Maywood, NJ for a number...

Norma Clayton
Jan 4, 2009
Norma J. Clayton of Accord, NY died Sunday, January 4, 2009 at Benedictine Hospital. She was 63. Norma was born on November 25, 1945 in Ellenville, NY, the daughter of the late Francis “Pal” and Maud (Constable) Quick.
On July 31, 1982 Norma had married William G. Clayton at the Federated Church of Kerhonkson. William had died in August...