OBITUARIES
Recent obituaries in Ellenville, 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.
Dorothy Burkhouse
Jan 14, 2019
Burkhouse, Dorothy
Age 100, of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Monday, January 14, 2019
Dorothy was born on December 29, 1918 in Punxsutawney, PA., the daughter of the late Frank DeLappa and Ella Marvin DeLappa.
She was predeceased by her husband of 75 years Thomas Burkhouse, her mother, two sisters and
one brother.
She is survived...
Harold W. Haerle Jr.
Jan 13, 2019
Harold W. Haerle Jr. of Poughkeepsie, NY formerly of Ulster Heights and Grahamsville, NY, passed away on January 13, 2019. He was 68 years old. Harold was born on October 24, 1950 in Nyack, NY; the son of the late Harold Haerle Sr. and Shirley (Cook) Haerle.
Harold spent his younger years living in Congers, NY where attended...
Marie J. Van Dunk
Jan 9, 2019
Marie J. Van Dunk of Napanoch, NY passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was 88 years old. Marie was born on August 8, 1930 in Ringwood, NJ; she was born to Harriet Van Dunk, and raised by Edward and Myrtle Morgan.
She was married to the late Herman Burgess...
Mary L. Curry
Jan 6, 2019
Mary L. Curry, of Napanoch, NY passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2019 in Orange City, FL surrounded by family and close friends. She was 70 years old. Mary was born on December 25, 1948 in the Veterans Memorial Hospital in Ellenville. She was the daughter of Chester R. and Helen Elizabeth (Lynch) Fitzgerald.
Mary had retired from Imperial Schrade...
Michel A. Youmans
Jan 5, 2019
Michel A. Youmans
February 6, 1971 ~ January 5, 2019
Kingston, NY
Michel A. Youmans, fondly known to so many as “Mad Mike” passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 5, 2019. He was 47 years old. Michel was born on February 6, 1971 in Suffern, NY; he was the son of Sally (Lucha) Youmans and the late Douglas Youmans.
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Stanley P. Eikszta
Nov 30, 2018
Stanley P. Eikszta
Stanley P. Eikszta, age 79, died peacefully at Sapphire Nursing Home in Goshen, New York on November 30, 2018 after a long bout with dementia. He was born in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania on January 26, 1939.
Stanley was employed as a plant supervisor at Channel Master for 25 years and later worked for both Marvin Millworks and Gillette Creamery....
Eugene "Oat" Sheeley
Nov 30, 2018
Eugene Sheeley, of Napanoch, NY, fondly known as “Oat” to so many, passed away on Friday, November 30, 2018 at Orange Regional Medical Center. He was 67 years old. Eugene was born on August 9, 1951 in Summitville, NY; he was the son of the late Gordon and Iris (Lybolt) Sheeley.
Eugene had worked as a Cleaner for the Fallsburgh...
Mildred Mickey Schwab
Nov 29, 2018
Mildred “Mickey” Schwab, a longtime resident of Cragsmoor, NY, passed away at home in her sleep to be with Jesus on Thursday, November 29, 2018. She would have been 101 years old on her birthday. Mildred was the daughter of Michael and Mary (Damms) Ryan. She was born in Saratoga Springs, NY on January 28, 1918 and grew up in...
Jacqueline D. Peters
Nov 19, 2018
Jacqueline D. Peters of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Monday, November 19, 2018. She was 69 years old. Jackie was born on April 12, 1949 in Brooklyn, NY; she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Emily (Gallagher) Sumner.
Jackie had worked as the manager of the cocktail lounges at the Nevele and Fallsview Resorts. She was an...
Marilyn Lust
Nov 17, 2018
Marilyn Lust of Glen Spey, NY passed away in the comfort of her daughter’s home on Saturday, November 17, 2018. She was 83 years old. Marilyn was born on May 18, 1935 in Middletown, NY; she was the daughter of the late Richard W. and Mary (Broas) Burnett.
Marilyn had worked for Sher Publishing in Newburgh, NY. She was...
Eva Ruiz Vega
Nov 16, 2018
Visiting will be held on Sunday, November 18th from 2:00 to 6:00 PM.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 am on Monday, November 19th at the Church of St. Mary & St. Andrew.
Burial will follow at Fantinekill Cemetery
Erin M. Cruz
Nov 8, 2018
Erin Marie Cruz of Ellenville, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 8 2018 at her home. She was 33 years old. Erin was born in Goshen, NY on September 1, 1985; she was the daughter of David and Mary (Pierce) Krom.
Erin was a loving and caring mother of 3 beautiful boys; Landen Cruz, Ethan Cruz and Masen...
Linda Lou Stedner
Nov 5, 2018
Linda Lou Stedner, of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Monday, November 5, 2018 at Achieve Rehab and Nursing. She was 75 years old. Linda was born in Ellenville, NY on April 18, 1943; she was the daughter of Richard and Florence (McEntee) Bullock.
Linda was a house wife up until her children went off to college. At this point...
Ranciel Natera
Nov 5, 2018
Visiting will be held on Friday, November 16th from 7-9 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, November 17th at the Church of St. Mary and St. Andrew in Ellenville. Burial will follow at Fantinekill Cemetery.
Margaret Mary Heath
Oct 31, 2018
MARGARET "MAGGI" HEATH
November 6, 1935 - October 31, 2018
Cragsmoor, NY
On October 31, 2018, Margaret Mary Heath, affectionately known as “Maggi” peacefully passed away a week shy of her 83rd birthday. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 46 years, William Henry Heath III (“Bill”) and is survived by her four children, William Henry Heath...



