Obituaries

Dec 30, 2021

Wardell Jackson, of Queens, NY, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, December 30, 2021. He was 59 years old. Wardell was born on November 19, 1962 in New York City; he was the son of the late Mary Jackson. Wardell had worked as a Welder for the New York Navy Yard. He enjoyed fishing, basketball, roller skating...

Dec 29, 2021

Bernard E. Antal, of Napanoch NY, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021. He was 90 years old. Bernard was born on August 20, 1931 in Avoca, PA; he was the son of the late Ernest and Elizabeth (Korecki) Antal.

Bernard served his country in the United States Marine Corps and was honorably discharged in 1954. He was a Butcher...

Dec 29, 2021

Edward Porter Jr. of Ellenville, NY, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021. He was 51 years old. Eddie was born on June 19, 1970 in Ellenville; he was the son of the late Charlotte (Kinch) and Edward Porter Sr. Eddie married the love of his life Bobbie Jo Porter on June 14, 2013. She has since predeceased him. Eddie...

Dec 28, 2021

Arthur Joseph Mantone, Sr.

June 28, 1917 – December 28, 2021

 

Lillian Jacobsen Mantone

August 9, 1914 – January 9, 2013

 

 

 

A celebration of the lives of Arthur Joseph Mantone Sr. who died December 28, 2021 at the age of 104 and his loving wife Lillian Jacobsen Mantone who died on January 9, 2013 at...

Dec 26, 2021

Susan Marie Riello, of Hummelstown, PA died peacefully on December 26, 2021 at her home, next to her loving husband. She was 59. Born in Suffern, NY, Susan was the daughter of the late Edward Fazio and Carol Fazio.

Susan was a graduate of Rosary High School in Sparkill, NY, class of 1980. Susan was known for being such a...

Dec 24, 2021

James R. Brown, of Napanoch, NY passed away in the comfort of his home on Friday, December 24, 2021. He was 77 years old. James was born on October 27, 1944 in Utica, NY; he was the son of the late William and Helen (Ritzel) Brown.

James served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era....

Dec 21, 2021

Sandra J. Simpson of Kerhonkson, NY passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. She was 77 years old. Sandy was born on May 28, 1944 in West Dummerston, VT; she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Olive (Pond) Wood.

Sandy had worked as a school bus driver for GJM Transportation in Accord. She was a member of the...

Dec 20, 2021

George M. Sojka Sr. of Ellenville, NY passed away unexpectedly in his home on Monday, December 20, 2021. He was 67 years old. George was born on November 21, 1954 in Paterson, NJ; he was the son of the late Arthur and Margaret (Reese) Sojka.

George had worked as a truckdriver for most of his life, most recently he...

Dec 18, 2021

It is with great sadness that the family of Bohdan J. Kowal announce his passing. Bob died on December 18, 2021 while battling Covid-19 at Garnet Health Medical Center in Middletown, New York. He was 73 years old. Bob was a man of great generosity, keen intelligence, and deep faith. He is survived by his beloved wife of 24 years,...

Dec 11, 2021

Charlotte Wright of Ellenville, NY passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 11, 2021. She was 62 years old. Charlotte was born on December 4, 1959 in Ellenville, NY; she was the daughter of the late Frank and Beatrice (Smith) Wright.

Charlotte a lifetime resident of the area graduated from Rondout Valley High School. She took great pride in being a...

Dec 6, 2021

(November 23, 1970-December 6, 2021)

It is with great sadness that the family of John H. Joray announce his passing. John died on December 6, 2021 after a long battle with Covid-19 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY. John was a man with a genuine love for his family and great kindness for others. He is survived by...

Nov 30, 2021

Barbara “Joan” Bilyeu of Ellenville, NY passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021. She was 90 years old. Joan as everyone knew her, was born on October 11, 1931 in Mt. Kisco, NY; she was the daughter of George and Edith (Siemerling) Smith. Following her High School graduation, Joan attended the Benedictine Hospital School of Nursing where she obtained her license...

Nov 20, 2021

Sandra DeJesus of Ellenville, NY passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at Putnam Hospital. She was 70 years old. Sandra was born on August 31, 1951 in Manhattan, NY; she was the daughter of the late Santiago DeJesus and Guadelupe (Lamberty-Rosario) DeJesus.

Sandra attended the New York Fashion Institute of Technology. She belonged to Narcotics Anonymous where she helped...

Nov 3, 2021

Raymond P. Ducker of Ellenville, NY passed away in the comfort of his home on Wednesday, November 3, 2021. He was 61 years old. Raymond fondly known as “Ace” to his family and friends was born on September 11, 1960 in New Haven, CT; he was the son of the late Nancy (Mansfield) and Harvey Ducker Sr.

Ace was a...

Nov 1, 2021

Paul Joshua Stephens, precious baby boy of Tierria and Ralph Stephens Sr. and beloved brother of Ralph Stephens Jr. and Christofer Stephens, was born in the arms of angels on November 1, 2021. Born at 31 weeks, he weighed 3 lbs 4.7 oz and was 15.5 inches. Although Paul never spent any time on earth, he was very loved.

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Oct 30, 2021

Berdella A. Smith, "Honey" of Grahamsville, NY, passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021. She was 92 years old. Berdella was born on April 6, 1929 in Middleburgh, NY; she was the daughter of Daniel and Beatrice (Edwards) VanDyke.

Berdella graduated from Middleburgh Central School and furthered her education at Ulster County Community College where she earned an Associate’s Degree...

Oct 26, 2021

Oct 25, 2021

Deaconess Vernell Crawley, age 90, was called to eternal rest, October 25, 2021, while residing at the Putnam Nursing Home in Holmes, NY. Vernell is at peace with God now and is now rejoicing in her heavenly home. We must not mourn as those without hope, for Vernell has gone to get the great reward promised to all who faithfully...

Oct 22, 2021

Clark Jones, of Ellenville, NY, passed away on October 22, 2021. He was 60 years old. Clark, fondly called “Bob” by his family and friends was born on April 20, 1961 in Harlem Hospital; he was the son of Marjorie (Burnside) Jones and the late Robert Jones. Bob graduated from DeWitt Clinton High School and furthered his education at Ulster...

Oct 21, 2021

Elizabeth Ida Caruso

“Betty”

Grahamsville, NY February 4, 1932 – October 21, 2021 Elizabeth Ida Caruso, fondly called “Betty” by her family and friends, passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2021. She was 89 years old. Betty was born on February 4, 1932 in Ellenville, NY; She was the daughter of the late Earl and Vera (Krom) Terwilliger. Betty grew up...