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.

James N. Allen
May 14, 2008
James N. Allen of Kingston, NY died Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at Westchester Medical Center. He was 51. James was born on May 21, 1956 in Kingston, the son of the late James R. and Frances (Irwin) Allen.
Mr. Allen had worked as a laborer for the Ulster County Highway Department. He served as an Army Reservist for four...

Patricia A. Hagen
May 10, 2008
Patricia A. Hagen “Nanny”, a longtime resident of Kerhonkson, NY, died Saturday, May 10, 2008 at her home after a long battle with cancer. She was 68. Patricia was born on April 10, 1940 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of James E. and Madeline (Loesch) Coppersmith.
Mrs. Hagen worked at Walmart in Kingston for many years.
Mrs. Hagen...

Laura B. Markle
May 7, 2008
Laura B. Markle of Olivebridge, NY, died Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at Wingate at Dutchess. She was 87. Laura was born on March 19, 1921 in Modena, NY, the daughter of Ross and Ethel R. (Wager) Brown.
Mrs. Markle was a parishioner of the Krumville Reformed Church.
Mrs. Markle is survived by her niece Marie Noonan and her...

Perley Decker
Apr 30, 2008
Perley Decker a lifelong resident of the area, died Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at his home surrounded by his family. He was 73. Perley was born in Kerhonkson on February 16, 1935 the son of the late Daniel and Grace Emma (Forman) Decker.
Mr. Decker was a veteran of the United States Army, Navy and Air Force. He was...
Virginia L. Miller
Apr 30, 2008
Virginia L. Miller a lifelong resident of Kripplebush, NY, died Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Albany Medical Center. She was 90. Virginia was born on November 20, 1917 in Ellenville, NY, the daughter of the late Claude and Viola (Davis) Christiana.
Mrs. Miller was married on January 14, 1945 in Beacon, NY to her husband the late Chester O....
Kenneth Arthur Wells, Jr. "Butch"
Apr 28, 2008
Kenneth Arthur Wells, Jr. “Butch”, of Kerhonkson, NY, died Monday, April 28, 2008. He was 71. Kenneth was born on December 7, 1936 in Kingston, NY the son of Kenneth A. and Hilda (Schoonmaker) Wells, Sr.
Mr. Wells served eight years with the Battery A 1st Battalion 156th Artillery in the United States National Guard of New York. Before...
Roland Arthur Hendrickson "Knobby"
Apr 27, 2008
Roland Arthur Hendrickson “Knobby”, a lifetime resident of Wawarsing, NY, died Sunday, April 27, 2008 at his home. He was 78. Roland was born on October 6, 1929 in Ellenville, NY the son of Frederick and Sarah E. (Coddington) Hendrickson.
Mr. Hendrickson was a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was employed...