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.
Venus Paulsen
Mar 27, 2017
Venus Paulsen of Kerhonkson passed away on Monday, March 27, 2017, at Catskill Regional Medical Center. She was 85. She was born on April 16, 1931 in Long Island, NY.
She was a volunteer at Peoples Place in Kingston helping her local community. On her free time she enjoyed antiquing throughout the area. She will be deeply missed by...
Laura Beth Barringer
Mar 24, 2017
Laura Beth Barringer of Ellenville, NY, passed away at Ellenville Hospital on March 24, 2017. She was 35 years old. Laura was born on February 14, 1982 in Kingston, NY; she was the daughter of Susan Barringer of Ellenville and the late Harlan Barringer.
In addition to her mother, Laura is survived by her step father, William Ryan of Tillson,...

Scott P. Ryan
Mar 15, 2017
Scott Patrick Ryan of Pine Bush, NY passed away on March 15, 2017. He was 56 years old. Scott was born on November 12, 1960 in Ellenville, NY; he was the son of Joan (Yerkins) Ryan and the late Arnold S. Ryan.
Scott was a veteran of the United States Navy having served aboard the USS Harry E Yarnell....

James H. Kennedy
Mar 9, 2017
James H. Kennedy of Pompano Beach, FL passed away on Thursday March 9, 2017 at Holy Cross Hospital. He was 65 years old. James was born on February 1, 1952 in Bay City, MI; he was the son of the late James D. and Gay (Young) Kennedy.
James belonged to the U.S. Trotting Association. He was a horse racing...

Florence Mary Dowling
Mar 3, 2017
Florence Mary Dowling of Niantic, CT, formerly of Ellenville, passed away on Friday, March 3, 2017 surrounded by her family. She was 91.
She was the daughter of the late LeRoy Julius Marks and Elizabeth Butzer, born on January 28, 1926 in Kingston, NY. Florence married Robert James Dowling in Ellenville on September 4, 1948.
She worked as a registered...

Victoria M. Fit
Feb 21, 2017
Victoria M. Fit of Ellenville, NY, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2017. She was 93 years old.
Visiting will be held on Friday, February 24th from 1-2 pm at Loucks Funeral Home, 79 N. Main St. Ellenville, with a graveside service immediately following at Fantinekill Cemetery.
Carl H. Porter
Feb 14, 2017
Carl Porter of Napanoch passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2017 in his home. He was 78. The son of the late Horace and Luella Porter, he was born July 4, 1938.
Carl was a life member of the Napanoch Fire Company. He was a retired Correction Officer from the Eastern Correctional Facility. He also worked as a groundskeeper for...

Ida Shirley Epstein
Feb 12, 2017
Ida Shirley Epstein, of Kingston, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2017. She was 84. She was the daughter of Ellias Epstein and Jenny Gurr, born on March 13, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY. A graveside service will be held at 11am on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at Anshe Tzaydik Cemetery, Ellenville, NY. Arrangements under the direction of...

Scott Bennett
Feb 6, 2017
Scott “Squeaky” Bennett a lifelong resident of Ellenville, NY, passed away suddenly early Monday, February 6th 2017 at the Ellenville Regional Hospital at the age of 60. Squeaky was born on May 14th 1956 to the late Frank and Ruth Bennett.
Squeaky was an avid fisherman and hunter who enjoyed going to the hunting cabin with friends. He was...
Ralph Garcia
Jan 27, 2017
Ralph Garcia, 97, long time resident of Napanoch, passed away peacefully in Cape Coral, Florida. Ralph was born in Caguas, Puerto Rico to Concepcion and Monserrate Garcia, and led a vivid life enriched with music, travel, and love for his family. Ralph is survived by his beloved wife, Maria Estela Garcia (Pimentel); children: Altagracia S. Wolfe, Manuel R. Garcia...
Dorothy Romano
Jan 24, 2017
Dorothy Rhode Romano formerly of Napanoch, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 24, 2017. She was 98 years old. She was born on December 9, 1918 in Jersey City, NJ.
Dorothy graduated from the Hackensack Hospital Nursing Program and continued her career as the head nurse of the Preemie Nursery. She raised her family in Hasbrouck Heights and...
George E. Barthel Jr.
Jan 22, 2017
George Edward Barthel Jr. of Ellenville, NY, formerly of Peachtree City, GA passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Orange Regional Medical Center. He was 52 years old. George was born on July 25, 1964 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of George and Linda (Simmons) Barthel.
George graduated from Ellenville High School in 1982. He furthered...
Richard J. Exner
Jan 18, 2017
Richard J. Exner of Ellenville passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at Orange Regional Medical Center, Middletown, NY with his loving family by his side. He was 80. He was the son of late Richard and Jenny Exner, born October 30, 1936 in Ellenville, NY.
For many years he worked at the Ellenville post office as a postman. When...
Charles J. Corbett
Jan 17, 2017
Charles “Charlie” J. Corbett of Wurtsboro passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at Andover Subacute Rehab and Nursing. He was 59.
He was the son of the late George and Marian Mendum Corbett, born on March 24, 1957 in New York City, NY.
He proudly served our country in the United States Army from 1978-1979. While in the military he obtained his LPN Licenses and...

Wayne William Grey
Jan 6, 2017
On January 6, 2017, surrounded by his loving family, Wayne William Grey of Ellenville succumbed to his year-long battle with cancer. He was 62 years old. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Bonnie; children: Jeffrey, Erin and Carly; granddaughter, Chloe; his brother, Clifford and sister, Patti. He is predeceased by his parents and his sister, Shari Galloway.
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Beatrice E. Budd
Jan 6, 2017
Beatrice E. Budd, of Napanoch, passed away on Friday, January 06, 2017. She was 82.
She was the daughter of the late Harry Legg and Beulah Wright, born on November 8, 1934 in Ellenville, NY.
Beatrice worked as a bus driver for Ellenville School District. She enjoyed visiting Nubble Lighthouse in Maine, camping, crocheting and knitting and playing...
Robert W "Bob" Constant
Jan 4, 2017
Robert W. Constant, of Ellenville, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at Orange Regional Medical Center. He was 91.
He was born on October 18, 1925 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Ellenville, NY to Ira and Gertrude McDole Constant.
Robert retired as a New York State corrections officer in 1977 after 28 years. He proudly served our country in...
Carmen Iris Dejesus
Jan 3, 2017
Carmen Iris Dejesus of Ellenville, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. She was 43 years old. Carmen was born on May 22, 1973 in the Dominican Republic; she was the daughter of Mario and Julia (Caba) Hernandez
Carmen had worked as a Home Health Aid for Community Health Aide Services of Spring Valley and also for...