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.

Mary Anna Shultis

Mary Anna Shultis

Nov 3, 2022

Mary “Sissy” Anna Shultis of Accord, NY passed away of cancer at her home on Thursday November 3, 2022. Those who were with her said she passed peacefully.   Mary was born in Tarrytown, NY on April 14, 1957. She was the daughter of the late Jacob and MaryLou “Molly” Gray. Mary was an openhearted and caring person who loved...

Michael J. Bazinet

Michael J. Bazinet

Oct 25, 2022

Michael J. Bazinet of Kerhonkson passed away peacefully at home on October 25, 2022 at the age of 77. Michael was born on July 25, 1945 in Glens Falls, NY to the late George and Mary (O’Connor) Bazinet.

A lifelong resident of the area, Michael married the love of his life; Jeanette (Mesceda) Bazinet on March 9, 1974 in Ellenville....

Leonard Pumilia

Leonard Pumilia

Oct 23, 2022

 

Leonard A. Pumilia, ‘Lenny’, of Accord, NY passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 23, 2022 at the age of 65. Lenny was born on December 30, 1956 in Brooklyn, son of Anthony J. Pumilia and the late Anna (Giarratano) Pumilia.

A lifelong resident of the area, Lenny moved with his family from Long Island to Kerhonkson in 1966. He...

Anna Maria Rine

Anna Maria Rine

Oct 22, 2022

Anna “Annie” Maria Rine, of Napanoch, NY, 59 passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, October 22, 2022, surrounded by her loved ones. Annie was born in Honesdale, PA, on April 18, 1963, to the late William Jr and Joan (Grunski) Rine.

Annie was a resident with New Horizons at the Mountain View house in Napanoch, NY. She graduated from...

Lillie DiLauro

Lillie DiLauro

Oct 7, 2022

Lillie Marie DiLauro (69) of Pine Bush, NY, went to Heaven on Friday, October 7, 2022. Lillie was born on June 21, 1953 in New York City and was the daughter of the late Vincent and Maria (Kulyk) Magnowski.     On August 4, 1973, Lillie married Angelo, her high school sweetheart and the love of her life. During 42 years of marriage, they built a...

Hilda Marie VanNostrand

Hilda Marie VanNostrand

Sep 29, 2022

Hilda Marie VanNostrand of Kerhonkson passed away peacefully on September 29, 2022 at the age of 75. Hilda was born on May 7, 1947 in Ellenville to the late Fred and Emma (Beesimer) Engel.

A lifelong resident of the area, she was predeceased by her husband, Donald VanNostrand. Don passed away in 2015. Hilda loved sewing and find-a-word books. She...

Virginia "Gina" Rauner

Virginia "Gina" Rauner

Sep 18, 2022

Virginia “Gina” Rauner of Ellenville passed away peacefully on September 18, 2022 at the age of 77. Gina was born on February 8, 1945 in Hillsborough County, Florida to the late Elwood and Margaret (Cassidy) Rauner.

A lifelong resident of the area, she was predeceased by her loving companion of over 40 years, Virgil A. Miller. Virgil passed away in...

Vance Davis Rich

Vance Davis Rich

Sep 18, 2022

Vance Davis Rich of Yardley, PA, and formerly of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2022. He was 93 years old. Vance was born on June 4, 1929 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of the late Harold and Lydia (Davis) Rich. 

On August 4, 1963 Vance married the love of his life, Betty Lou (Lyons) Rich,...

Arnold J. Yongen

Arnold J. Yongen

Aug 30, 2022

Arnold Joseph Yongen of Accord, NY passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at the age of 91. Arnold was born on June 27, 1931 in Brooklyn to the late Russell and Anna (Young) Yongen. 

Arnold served his country in the United States Marine Corps at the end of the Korean War. He worked hard his whole life, even...

Anna Shepko

Anna Shepko

Aug 20, 2022

Anna Shepko of New Paltz passed away peacefully on August 20, 2022 at the age of 85. Anna was born on December 10, 1936 in Kharkiv, Ukraine to the late Alla Herburt-Johansen and Mykhaylo Boychuk.

Anna loved being involved in her church and community. She was the Choir Conductor at St. Volodymyr’s Ukrainian Orthodox Mission in Kerhonkson, NY. She was...

Harry "Jake" Krom

Harry "Jake" Krom

Aug 14, 2022

Harry ‘Jake’ Krom of Olivebridge, NY passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 14, 2022 at the age of 72. Jake was born on February 16, 1950 in Ellenville to the late Harry and Lily (Vieo) Krom.

A lifelong resident of the area, Jake served his country in the United Sates Army during the Vietnam War. He worked for many years...

Warran Slutsky

Warran Slutsky

Aug 11, 2022

Warran Slutsky of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away in the comfort of his home on Thursday, August 11, 2022. He was 66 years old. Warran was born on November 10, 1955 in Ellenville, NY; he was the son of the late Max and Gladys (Eddy) Slutsky.

 

Warran earned a Culinary Degree from Sullivan County Community College. He worked for the...

Frances Gerrety Smith

Frances Gerrety Smith

Aug 6, 2022

Frances Gerrety Smith passed away peacefully on August 6, 2022 in the company of family at the age of 92. Frances was born on November 24, 1929 in Manhattan to the late George and Mary (Fitzgerald) Gerrety.

A lifelong resident of the area, she graduated from Ellenville High School. She married her husband, Edwin L. Smith, on August 16, 1952. Edwin...

Elaine Ann Haener

Elaine Ann Haener

Aug 5, 2022

Elaine Ann Haener of Accord, NY passed away on Friday, August 5, 2022 at the age of 66. Elaine was born on March 5, 1956 in Ellenville to the late Vernon and Pearl (Gray) Bush Sr.

Elaine was a lifelong resident of the area. She graduated from Rondout Valley High School and attended Ulster County Community College. She met the...

George Ulbrich

George Ulbrich

Jun 23, 2022

George Ulbrich of Accord, NY, passed away on June 23, 2022. He was 85 years old. George was born on September 9, 1936 in Chester, NY; he was the son of the late Julius and Jennie Mae (Margarum) Ulbrich.

On June 15, 1956 George married the former Marilyn Ann Stephenson in Sparta, WI. George was a Korean War veteran and...

Karen Sue Krom Avery

Karen Sue Krom Avery

Jun 18, 2022

Karen Sue Krom Avery of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022. She was 67 years old. Karen was born on February 8, 1955 in Kingston, NY; she was the daughter of the late Marvin and Stella (Codddington) Krom.

 

Karen loved her family and friends more than anything in the world. She absolutely loved music of all...

Walter M. Bogert, Jr.

Walter M. Bogert, Jr.

Jun 8, 2022

Walter M. Bogert, Jr. of Kerhonkson, NY and formerly of Maryville, TN, passed away on June 8, 2022. He was 98 years old. Walter was born on April 18, 1924 in Paterson, NJ; he was the son of the late Walter and Amelia (Doremus) Bogert.

On November 25, 1998 Walter married the former Marjorie Dennett at their home in Ponce...

Nancy Knauer

Nancy Knauer

Jun 3, 2022

Nancy Knauer died peacefully at Ten Broeck Nursing Facility on June 3rd, 2022. Nancy was born in Long Island on May 29th, 1956. She was raised in High Falls, NY and attended Rondout Valley High School, graduating in 1974.

Nancy had a tender heart and devoted herself to raising five children. In addition to spending time with her family, Nancy...

Frank Kutch

Frank Kutch

Jun 1, 2022

“He was more than a parent to us: he was our mentor, our role model, our answer to any problem, but, most of all, our best friend. As the patriarch of the family, he was our guiding star and we were so blessed to have him as our father.” It is with extreme sadness and a heavy heart that the...

Anthony Barringer

Anthony Barringer

May 11, 2022

Anthony Barringer ‘Tony’ of Olivebridge, NY, passed away on May 11, 2022. He was 84 years old. Tony was born on December 10, 1937 in Kingston; he was the son of the late Floyd and Lena (Constable) Barringer.

Tony was a lifelong area resident. On July 12th 1958 he married the love of his life, Janet (Calhoun) Barringer at the...

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