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.

Vicky Bonilla
Oct 26, 2016
Vicky Bonilla, of Ellenville, passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at Orange Regional Medical Center. She was 71. She was the daughter of the late Ruperto Rodriguez and Maria Rodriguez Lamberty, born on December 18, 1944 in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Vicky leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband Rick Oquendo; her daughter Eneida Irizarry Valdez ; a son-in-law...
Thomas R. Gleason Sr.
Oct 24, 2016
Thomas R. Gleason Sr. of Ellenville passed away after a very courageous battle with cancer with his loving family by his side. He was 83.
He was the son of the late James M. and Helen Hazel Mather Gleason, born on November 26, 1932 in Monsey, NY.
He proudly served our country in the United States Army during the Korean...

Joseph J. Kristoff Jr.
Oct 18, 2016
Joseph J. Kristoff Jr., of Ellenville, NY passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at Albany Medical Center. He was 79 years old. Joseph was born on January 28, 1937 in Yonkers, NY; he was the son of the late Edith (Palmer) and Joseph J. Kristoff Sr.
Mr. Kristoff was a member of the Ulster Heights United Methodist Church, the...
Francis M. Mason
Oct 14, 2016
Francis Michael “Frank” Mason passed away Friday, October 14, 2016 at the Ellenville Regional Hospital at age 76. He was born and raised in Manhattan’s Yorkville neighborhood. He studied theater at the Herbert Berghof Studio and was employed with the John Kenley Players in production and performance. He also was an amateur artist, jazz enthusiast, and New York sports fanatic. ...

Allen M. Browne
Oct 6, 2016
Allen Myles Browne of Ellenville, NY, passed away in the comfort of his home on Thursday, October 6, 2016. He was 83 years old. Allen was born on November 8, 1932 in Chicago, IL. He was the son of the late Howard and Esther (Levy) Browne.
Mr. Browne was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during...

Marshall Olivera
Sep 30, 2016
Marshall Olivera of Ellenville, NY passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 30, 2016. Born on May 4, 1984 in Baltimore, MD, he was 32 years old.
Marshall is survived by his wife Kiara Noval, whom he married on June 5, 2010; their daughter, Madison Noval; his mother, Lisa Olivera; maternal grandfather, William Lipps, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Stan and Andrea...
Philip B. McAliece
Sep 21, 2016
Philip B. McAliece of Ellenville, NY, passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 in the comfort of his home. Born on August 29, 1924 in the Bronx, he was 92 years old.
Philip was a veteran of the United States Navy during WWII having served aboard USS Yorktown (CV-10) as a signalman. He was honorably discharged in 1945. He...
Joyce Patricia Kaplan
Sep 17, 2016
Joyce Patricia Kaplan of Nantucket, Mass. Passed away peacefully on September 17, 2016 surrounded by family and friends.
She was born March 17, 1930 in Ellenville, NY to parents Jack and Ida Kaplan. She was predeceased by brothers Stanley and Norman Kaplan. She is survived by her brother Jerry Kaplan (Clarice) of Fort Montgomery, NY, daughter Sherry Loucks (Nelson) of...

Celina Carlson
Sep 17, 2016
Celina Carlson, of Ellenville, passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2016. She was 87.
Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements under the direction of Loucks Funeral Home, for further information call 845-647-4343 or visit www.loucksfh.com
Christopher Mark Carman
Sep 14, 2016
Christopher M. Carman, of Bloomingburg, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 14, 2016. He was 25.
He was the son of David and Daphne Britt Carman, born on May 9, 1991 in Nyack, NY.
Christopher worked as a painting contractor. In his free time he enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing. He was a great friend to many, and he...

Mary Edwards
Sep 8, 2016
Mary Edwards of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2016 at Ellenville Regional Hospital. She was 68 years old. Mary was born on December 10, 1947 in Ellenville, NY; she was the daughter of the late Homer and Millicent (Gray) Kuhlmann .
Mary is survived by her husband Walter Edwards whom she married on December 11,...
Rita May Exner
Sep 1, 2016
Rita May Rose Sherman Exner of Ulster Heights passed away on September 1, 2016 at Ellenville Regional Hospital surrounded by her family. She was 79. She was the daughter of the late Maurice and Catherine Distle Sherman, born on January 3, 1937 in Ellenville, NY. Rita was a LPN at Ellenville Regional...
William A Harrison
Aug 30, 2016
William Arthur Harrison, of Sundown, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2016. He was 78.
He was born in Brooklyn, NY to James and Anna Lindquist Harrison, on September 20, 1938.
William spent his early years in West Shokan, NY. He proudly served our country in the US Navy and he took pride in that along with being of Swedish...

Heath W Irwin
Aug 30, 2016
Heath W. Irwin, of Spring Glen, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at Orange Regional Medical Center. He was 49. He was the son of Ronald Irwin and Sharon Tice, born on June 21, 1967 in Newburgh, NY. Heath had a passion for carpentry since he was very young and continued that passion through his career becoming a master...

Jose Ortiz
Aug 22, 2016
Jose Ortiz, of Ellenville, passed away on Monday, August 22, 2016. He was 56.
He was the son of the late Angel Gabriel Ortiz and Candida DeJesus, born on April 27, 1960 in Bronx, New York.
Jose worked as a maintenance supervisor at his local Wal-Mart Store.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife Hilda Soto-Ortiz.
Visitation will...

John L. LaForge
Aug 18, 2016
John L. LaForge of Napanoch, New York, died on Thursday, August 18, 2016. The son of Leo and Helen (Daioczok) LaForge, he was born in Ellenville, New York on September 23, 1943. He was 72.
John was a past member of the Napanoch Elks B.P.O.E. Lodge 1971. He was a retired union carpenter and for many years worked for...

William Murdock
Aug 15, 2016
William Murdock of Ellenville, NY, passed away on Monday, August 15, 2016. He was 94 years old. William was born on December 25, 1921 in Spring Valley, NY; he was the son of Michael and Anna (Minetic) Murdock.
William was a veteran of the United States Army having served during WWII and was honorably discharged in 1945. Following his...