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.
Richard James McElree
Oct 10, 2023
Richard James McElree, 88, of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away at his home surrounded by family on October 10, 2023.
Dick was born on April 26, 1935 in Gardiner, New York to the late Mary (Pole) and James McElree. A long-time resident of Kerhonkson, Dick served in the U.S. Army, worked at Valley Gardens, Christians Flower Shop, and retired from V.A.W....
Jan Harry Wullum
Oct 9, 2023
Jan Harry Wullum of Olivebridge, passed away Monday, October 9, 2023, He was 87 years young. Jan was born November 16, 1935 in Malvik, Norway, the son of Arne and Margit (Malvik) Wullum.
Jan came to the US in 1950 with his father. He graduated from Bergenfield High School in New Jersey in 1954 and went back to Norway in 1958....
Raymond C. Lawrence Jr.
Oct 8, 2023
Raymond C. Lawrence, Jr., fondly known to his family and friends as Jake passed away unexpectedly at his home on October 8, 2023. He was 34 years old. Jake was born on October 21, 1988 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of Raymond “Randy” and Rose Marie (Miller) Lawrence.
Jake was a lifelong resident of the area and...
Geraldine E. Gray
Oct 4, 2023
Geraldine E. Gray, fondly known as Gerry, passed away with her family by her side on October 4, 2023, at Ellenville Hospital. She was born on June 11, 1931, in Newark, New Jersey, to George and Vivian (Hermansen) Christensen.Gerry led a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and resilience. She achieved many accomplishments and touched the lives of those around...
Glenn H. Dymond
Aug 26, 2023
Glenn H. Dymond died on August 26, 2023 at the age of 56. He is survived by his wife Bunnysue Healy and their son Riley.
Funeral services for Glenn will be held privately at the discretion of his family.
Zirka Markewycz
Jul 28, 2023
Zirka Nadia Markewycz, 37, tragically passed away resulting from a back country hiking accident, on July 28, 2023, in Aspen, Colorado. Zirka was born on October 21, 1985, at Vassar Brothers Hospital in Poughkeepsie, NY. She spent her childhood growing up in Poughkeepsie and was a 2003 graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes High School. Zirka then attended SUNY Oneonta,...
Minnie Poppel
Jul 17, 2023
Minnie Poppel, a lifelong resident of Kerhonkson, died on July 17, 2023 at the age of 95. She was born in Kerhonkson on September 12, 1927; daughter of the late Abraham and Bella Berenbaum, and widow of the late Herbert Poppel who died in May of 2000.
Minnie always made her family feel special with her love, kindness,...
Marianne H. Pisarski
Jul 10, 2023
Marianne H. Pisarski, 60, of New Paltz, NY passed away at home on Monday, July 10, 2023. She was born in Bristol, CT on April 19, 1963. Daughter of the late Harry and Doris MJ Pisarski.
Ms. Pisarski worked for Danbury Hospital as a Unit Secretary, Hartford Hospital as a Trauma Registrar and lastly for Connecticut Children's Medical...
Jacqueline Davi
Jul 7, 2023
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jacqueline Danièle Marie Davi of Accord, New York. Jacqueline passed away on Friday, July 7th, 2023. She was 79 years old. Jacqueline was born on December 30th, 1943 in Armbouts-Cappel, France. She was the beloved daughter of the late Roger Antonin and Constance Odette Sans. She is predeceased by her brothers José,...
Hermina Rider
Jun 25, 2023
Hermina Rider, a resident of Fairfax, CA and formerly of Ulster County, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 25, 2023. Born on October 20, 1930 in the Czech Republic, she was the daughter of the late Friedrich and Hermina (Ledwina) Kurzweil.
Mrs. Rider is survived by her sister Anni Wudy, nieces Sabine Simon, Ursula Kretschmer, Margit Wudy and their...
Catherine Truppi Schults
Jun 23, 2023
Catherine Truppi Schults of Kerhonkson, NY, 65, died on Friday June 23, 2023.
Catherine was born in Teaneck, NJ on July 1, 1957 to Angelo and Joan (Vasquez) Truppi. She married the love of her life, Joseph Schults, and lived in their home in Kerhonkson for 40 years, where she loved and raised her five children. Her kids and grandkids...
Cynthia Bryant-Bajtner
Jun 10, 2023
Cynthia Ann Bryant-Bajtner, 51, of Kerhonkson, NY died peacefully on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at her home.
Cindy was born on December 4, 1971 in Jersey City, NJ. She is the daughter of the late Thomas Bryant and Alice Wynne.
Cindy loved making people laugh. She welcomed everyone into her home and treated them as though they were her own family....
Libby Maye Christiana
Jun 8, 2023
Libby Maye Christiana of Accord, NY passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023. She was 55 years old. Libby was born on July 6, 1967 in Indianapolis, Indiana, the daughter of the late Addie Maye Christiana and Clayton "Chris" Christiana.
Libby lived in Ulster County since she was a toddler. She was an amazing cook (her chicken parm was legendary)...
Bogdan Mykouliak
Jun 5, 2023
Bogdan Mykouliak, born on July 25th, 1953 in Solotvyn, Ukraine, passed away on June 5th, 2023. He was 69 years old. He was a loyal and family-oriented man who was known for his good-hearted personality. Bogdan worked as a handyman and maintenance man for the local school while living in Ukraine. He immigrated to the United States in 1993. After...
Patrick Dean VanLeuven Jr.
May 27, 2023
Patrick Dean VanLeuven Jr., of Kingston, NY, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023. He was 56 years old. Patrick was born on November 13, 1966 in Kingston; he was the son of Nancy (Miller) VanLeuven and Patrick Dean VanLeuven, Sr.
Patrick worked as a mechanic and handyman. He was a self-taught artist who enjoyed drawing. He also liked...
Jeannine L. Riopelle
May 24, 2023
Jeannine L. Riopelle of Kerhonkson, NY, 88, died on Wednesday May 24, 2023 in Rhinebeck, NY.
Jeannine was born in Antwerp, Belgium on November 1, 1934 to Josephus and Antoinette (Detry) Interwoel. While in Belgium she lived through World War II, leaving her with incredible stories of survival and adaptation. She married the love of her life, Edwin R. Riopelle,...
Thomas W. Barringer
May 21, 2023
Thomas William Barringer, 68, passed away in his home in Samsonville, New York, on May 21, 2023 due to pulmonary fibrosis. He died in his sleep tended by loved ones.
Born in Ellenville Hospital on September 14, 1954, Tom was a master carpenter of renowned skill who considered carpentry his creative expression. He loved working with wood and said he...
Shirley J. Lyons
May 20, 2023
Shirley J. (Avery) Lyons, age 80, passed away on May 20, 2023. She enjoyed traveling with her family, watching tv, playing bingo and going to church. She also enjoyed her life’s work as a Bus Attendant, Deli Clerk, and housekeeper. She belonged to the Accord Ladies Auxiliary, the Golden Seniors, and The Federated Church of Kerhonkson. In the last few...
Raymond Lawrence
May 17, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond Lawrence. Raymond fondly known to his family and friends as Randy was a lifelong resident of the area and had resided in Kerhonkson, NY. He was born on August 14, 1959 at the Veterans’ Hospital in Ellenville, NY.
For most of his career he worked at...
Carmina Di Santo
May 13, 2023
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Carmina Di Santo of Accord, New York. Carmina passed away on Saturday, May 13th, 2023. She was 90 years old. Carmina was born on April 15th, 1933 in the village of Sambuceto in Bomba, Abruzzo, Italy. She was the beloved daughter of the late Mauro and Santa. She is predeceased by her...