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.
John J. Stensland
Feb 18, 2022
John Joseph Stensland of Accord, NY passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022 at MidHudson Regional Hospital. He was 58 years old. John was born on January 31, 1964 in Manhattan, NY; he was the son of the late Thor and Rose Marie (Vurchio) Stensland.
John was a loving father, grandfather, brother and friend. Music was one of John’s...
Millard 'Sonny' Terwilliger
Feb 8, 2022
Millard D. Terwilliger, ‘Sonny’, of Kerhonkson, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 8, 2022. He was 86 years old. Sonny was born on May 15, 1935 in Ellenville, NY; he was the son of the late Millard A. and Evelyn (Hull) Terwilliger.
Sonny was a lifelong area resident. He served in the United States Army Reserves for many years and...
Joycelyn L. Plummer
Feb 5, 2022
Joycelyn L. Plummer of Kerhonkson, NY went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 5, 2022. She was 83 years old. Joycelyn was born on June 20, 1938 in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica; she was the daughter of Jeremiah and Ida (Smith) Hart.
Joycelyn married the love of her life Egerton Plummer on January 20, 1973. She...
Francis James Monte
Feb 4, 2022
It’s with great sadness that the family of Frank J. Monte announce his passing.
Frank died on February 4, 2022 in Myrtle Beach after a short illness.
Frank is survived by his beloved sisters, Catherine A. Shultis (wife of Terry W.) and Laurie J. Brooks (wife of Robert W.) both of Myrtle Beach, SC.
Frank is also survived by two...
Neil Rosenthal
Jan 28, 2022
Today we lost our friend, Neil Rosenthal. Neil has been in the New Horizons' Family since the Campus, and when we opened Canal Path in 1986, Neil was one of the first to move in. Neil called Canal Path home for 35 years, and last year had the opportunity to have his very own bedroom (1st time ever) at Mountain View. Neil quickly...
Stephanie Lynn Conner
Jan 25, 2022
Stephanie Lynn Conner of White Plains, NY, formerly of Kerhonkson, passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022. She was 38 years old. Stephanie was born on June 17, 1983 in Denver, CO; she was the daughter of the late Robert and Christina (Fish) Conner.
Stephanie graduated from Rondout Valley High School. She enjoyed being outdoors, puzzles and scary movies. She...
Michael A. Morgan
Jan 7, 2022
Michael A. Morgan of Kerhonkson, NY passed away on January 7, 2022. He was 70 years old. Michael was born on January 14, 1951 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of the late Charles James and Ruth (Wendover) Morgan. Michael had worked at Hydro Aluminum until his retirement. He married Lisa Abrams Morgan on October 14, 2006. Michael was...
Otto Benjamin Frey
Jan 7, 2022
Otto B. Frey, 73 of Accord, NY passed away on Friday, January 7, 2022 at Westchester Medical Center surrounded by his family. Born on March 17, 1948 in Margaretville, NY, he was the son of the late Norman G. Frey, and Marjorie L (Hosier) Monington.
Otto served in the Army National Guard as an auto mechanic from 1970 to 1980....
Nelson F. DeGondea
Dec 26, 2021
Nelson F. DeGondea of Kerhonkson, NY passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 26, 2021. He was 76 years old. Nelson was born on September 8, 1945 and had four siblings; Tony, John, Michael and Christine. He was the son of Anthony and Minerva (Swain) DeGondea.
Nelson was a long time resident of the Catskills and enjoyed writing poetry, working on...
Linda Lee Kutch
Dec 17, 2021
“Our mother, was one of the strongest and kindest women to ever walk this earth and our family was blessed to have her as the matriarch of the family.” It is with a heavy heart and much regret that the Kutch family announces the passing of Linda Lee Kutch. After a long battle with cancer, she passed away peacefully on...
Robert G. Lyons
Dec 7, 2021
Robert G. Lyons of Accord, NY passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. He was 77 years old. Bob was born on September 5, 1944 in Kingston; he was the son of the late Golden and Henrietta Rebecca (McIntosh) Lyons.
On September 29, 1973, Bob married his love, Donna (Decker) Lyons. Bobby was a talented Mechanic who could take an entire...
David Wayne Seymour, Sr.
Dec 3, 2021
David Wayne Seymour, Sr. of Kerhonkson, NY passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021. He was 67 years old. David was born on April 2, 1954 in Ellenville; he was the son of the late Henry and Alice (Stone) Seymour, Sr.
On June 16, 1984 David married his love, Marilyn (Manda) Seymour. David was a talented Machinist and Gunsmith...
Christopher Richard Charles VanTassell
Dec 3, 2021
Christopher Richard Charles VanTassell was born September 13, 1992 in New Mexico. He lived in Accord, NY when he passed away Friday, December 3, 2021 at the age of 29. He was recently predeceased by his mother Carlena Palmateer. Surviving is his father, Robert Palmateer; grandparents, Carl and Maria Wilson; siblings, Summer VanTassell and Michael Depuy, Samantha VanTassell and Joseph...
Deedra Marie Manning
Nov 28, 2021
Deedra Marie Manning, recently of Kingston, and formerly of Kerhonkson, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Westchester Medical Center. She was 43 years old. Deedra was born on November 27, 1978 in Kingston, NY; she was the daughter of Leda Walsh and the late Charles Hummel, Sr.
Besides her mother Leda, Deedra is survived by her husband Daniel Manning;...
Linda Lee Decker
Nov 15, 2021
Linda Lee Decker
Kerhonkson – Linda Lee Decker (McElree) passed away November 15, 2021. She was 81. Linda was born October 22, 1940 in New Paltz. She was the daughter of James and Mary (Pole) McElree, and stepdaughter of Henry A. Smith. Linda grew up in New Paltz and later settled in Kerhonkson where she raised her family. Linda had...
Erma T. Durcan
Nov 13, 2021
Erma T. Durcan of Accord, passed away in the comfort of her home on Saturday, November 13, 2021. She was 88 years old. Erma was born on March 9, 1933 in Queens, NY; she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Natalie (Dalo) Marozzi.
Erma had moved to Kerhonkson from Long Island over 52 years ago and has...
Kenneth A. Tokle
Nov 13, 2021
Kenneth A. Tokle of Stone Ridge, NY passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 13, 2021. He was 85 years old. Kenneth was born on October 1, 1936 in Brooklyn; he was the son of the late Alf and Elizabeth Tokle.
Kenneth had met Nina Shepardson, the love of his life, and they were married on April 12, 1958. Sadly,...
Douglas Lenard
Nov 10, 2021
Douglas Lenard passed away at the age of 64 on November 10, 2021 unexpectedly after a brief illness. Born in Brooklyn, NY in 1957, he was the eldest of seven, son of mother Diana and the late William Lenard. The family is deeply saddened by the loss of a man who had a heart of gold.
An artist, creator, inventor, chef,...
Longin N. Staruch
Oct 5, 2021
Longin N. Staruch of Kerhonkson, NY, died on Tuesday, October 5, 2021. He was 93 years old.
Visiting hours will be held on Monday, October 11th from 5-7pm at Humiston Funeral Home, Kerhonkson. The Panakhyda will begin at 6pm that evening. The Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday at 10am at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, Kerhonkson. Burial will follow...
Allen Richard Alexander
Oct 4, 2021
Allen Alexander of St. Remy, NY, passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021. He was 46 years old. Allen was born on January 7, 1975 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of the late Denis Alexander and June (Kelsey) Alexander.
Allen was a landscaper by trade and before he fell ill worked doing tree service. For many years...