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.
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...
Belle Anne Waite
May 2, 2023
Belle Anne Waite of Wawarsing, NY, 67, died on Tuesday May 2, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.
Belle was born in Yonkers on September 15, 1955 to James and Florence (Hetzer) Olson. She married the love of her life, James Waite, on February 15, 1987 and settled in Wawarsing. Belle worked for many years babysitting. She loved...
Lester T. McCandless
Apr 17, 2023
Lester T. McCandless of Kerhonkson, New York, died on April 17, 2023 at his home. He was born September 3, 1940 in Morristown, NJ to the late Lester and Josina (Jilleba) McCandless. Lester was affectionately known as ‘Les’.
Les was a Counselor with Veritas Villa for well over 40 years and had filled many positions with expertise and care. The Villa...
Richard Floyd VanDemark
Apr 8, 2023
Richard Floyd VanDemark a lifelong resident of Accord, NY, passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2023. He was 82 years old. Richard was born on December 27, 1940 in Ellenville, NY; he was the son of Alvah and Nettie (Chrisey) VanDemark.
Richard graduated from Rondout Valley High School in 1958. Shortly after he enlisted into the United States Army...
Daniel James Miller
Mar 23, 2023
Daniel James Miller of Kerhonkson, New York, died on March 23, 2023 at his home. He was born December 8, 1959 in Schenectady, NY to Joan (Calhoun) Miller and the late Thayer C. Miller.
A lifelong resident of the area, Daniel enjoyed snowmobiling, boating and fishing, and you could always find him playing computer poker on his phone just passing...
Joan I. Avery Allen
Mar 17, 2023
Joan I. Avery Allen of Saugerties, NY passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023 at the age of 88. Joan was born on March 2, 1935 in Lomontville, the daughter of the late Raymond and Mary Elizabeth (Houghtaling) Terwilliger.
A lifelong resident of the area, Joan loved camping and couldn’t go past a yard sale without stopping. She loved butterflies,...
John M. Terranova Jr.
Mar 14, 2023
John M. Terranova, Jr. of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. He was 37 years old. John was born on July 1, 1985 in Brooklyn, NY; he was the son of John M. Terranova Sr. and the late Wendy (Altman) Terranova.
John graduated from Rondout Valley High School in 2004. He was an avid gamer and...
Elizabeth C. Young
Feb 23, 2023
Elizabeth Catherine Young of Accord, NY, 90, affectionally known as “Betty,” died on Thursday Feb.23, 2023 at Vassar Hospital surrounded by her loving family.
Betty was born on Staten Island on Sept. 20, 1932 to George and Amanda Bozzo. She married the love of her life, Robert David Young, on April 19, 1952 and settled in Accord in 1957....
William Vincent Carelli
Feb 13, 2023
William Vincent Carelli, passed away Monday, February 13, 2023, he was 81 years old. William was born October 27, 1941 in Dobbs Ferry, NY, the son of Vincent and Rose (Gernivivo) Carelli.
For many years William worked for Nevis Labs doing research science for Columbia University. More recently, he worked for Ulster County and retired as the Maintenance Supervisor. He...
Eileen Joan Kladakis
Feb 10, 2023
Eileen Joan Kladakis, passed away Friday, February 10, 2023, she was 70 years old. Eileen was born December 17, 1952 in Bronx, NY, the daughter of Gerard and Caroline (Dimperio) Neville.
Eileen graduated from Cresskill High School in June 1972. She had married Nikitas Kladakis in Ellenville and together they raised their family in the Kerhonkson/Accord area. Before her retirement,...
Constance "Connie" Halstead Bartle
Jan 12, 2023
Constance "Connie" Halstead Bartle, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023. She was born January 1, 1930 in Maybrook, N.Y., the daughter of L. Kenneth and Martha Brown Halstead.
Connie graduated from Maybrook High School as the Salutatorian of the Class of 1947. On August 11, 1951, Connie married Julian "Joe" Bartle in Maybrook, N.Y. Connie and Joe moved to...
Dorothy Fielding
Jan 11, 2023
Dorothy McDonnell Fielding of Accord, NY, passed away on January 11, 2023. She was 89 years old. Dorothy was born on August 21, 1933 in The Bronx, NY to Catherine “Kitty” (Koppel) and Daniel P. McDonnell and grew to adore her brother, Daniel.
After business high school, Dorothy worked for BBDO advertising in NY City as a bookkeeper and secretary...
Irving M. Schlinger
Jan 5, 2023
Irving M. Schlinger of Chester, NY died on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at the age of 80. Irving was born on December 23, 1942 in Bronx, NY to the late Charles and Florence (Rottman) Schlinger.
On March 26, 1967 he married his love, Harriet Soroka Schlinger in Brooklyn, NY. Irving was a Civil Engineer working for the NYS Department of...
Craig S. Easton
Dec 31, 2022
Craig S. Easton of Accord, NY, passed away at Albany Medical Center on December 31, 2022 with his wife and daughters by his side. He was 62 years old. Craig was born on June 14, 1960 in Elmira, NY; he was the son of the late Stuart and Joan (Sullivan) Easton.
Craig spent most of his childhood at Chapel...
Raymond Gary Kaiser
Dec 27, 2022
Raymond Gary Kaiser of Kingston, NY died unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at the age of 81. Gary was born on June 9, 1941 in Bayonne, NJ to the late Raymond Thomas and Daisy (Hallis) Kaiser.
Gary honorably served his country in the United States Army and Army National Guard of New York as a Federal Technician and retiring with...