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.
Steve F. Jurta
Apr 9, 2016
Steve Frederick Jurta of Napanoch passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Ellenville Regional Hospital. He was 67.
He was the son of the late Steve and Florence J. Thielicke Jurta, born on September 23, 1948 in the Bronx, NY.
Steve proudly served our county in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He was a dedicated member to...
Julia E. Ellsworth
Apr 5, 2016
Julia Bennett Ellsworth, “Judy”, a resident of Achieve Nursing and Rehabilitation for the past six years and a lifelong resident of the Ellenville area passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2016. She was 95 years old. Julia was born on June 4, 1920 in Ulster Heights; she was the daughter of Walter and Katheryn (Fahey) Bennett and the widow of...

Myrtle M. Dombroski
Apr 5, 2016
Myrtle M. Dombroski of Ellenville, NY, passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2016. She was 63 years old. Myrtle was born on June 16, 1952 in Ellenville; she was the daughter of Everett and Evelyn Joray.
Myrtle had worked at Imperial Schrade in Ellenville and most recently Prestige Services formerly Ellenville Vending. She enjoyed spending time with her family especially...

Gilbert H. Kinch Jr.
Apr 3, 2016
Gilbert H. Kinch, Jr. of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2016 after a short illness. He was 73 years old. Gilbert was born on January 15, 1943 in Catskill, NY; he was the son of Gilbert H. and Bettyrae (Whipple) Kinch.
He leaves behind his wife of 31 years Arlene Kinch; two sisters, Sheila Shultis and Connie...
Adam Cory Nadiak
Apr 1, 2016
Adam Cory Nadiak of Greenfield Park, NY passed away on Friday, April 1, 2016 at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital. He was 30 years old. Adam was born on June 4, 1985 in Harris, NY; he was the son of Samuel and Lisa (Poppo) Nadiak.
Adam served his country during the Afghanistan War as a Sergeant in the United States Army.
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Constance "Connee" Pivin
Mar 30, 2016
Constance "Connee" Pivin, of Greenfield Park, passed away on March 30, 2016 at home. She was 87.
She was the daughter of the late Austin Brown, born on January 10, 1929 in Ellenville, NY.
Connee worked at Ellenville Community Hospital for almost 40 years. In her free time she enjoyed watching birds.
She is survived by her daughters Christine LaBarr...

Marybeth Kelly-Ross
Mar 26, 2016
Marybeth Kelly-Ross of Napanoch, NY and a lifelong resident of the area passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2016 at Orange Regional Medical Center. She was 57 Years old. Marybeth was born on August 8, 1958 in Ellenville, NY; she was the daughter of Cleon and Dorothy (Koph) Kelly.
Marybeth had retired from the NYS Dept. of Corrections. She was...

Roberta "Bobbi" Grundt
Mar 21, 2016
Roberta “Bobbi” Grundt, a longtime resident of Ellenville, died Monday, March 21, 2016 at the Achieve Rehab and Nursing Home in Liberty. She was 79.
Bobbi was born in Ellenville on February 16, 1937 to the late William and Etta Cohen.
Bobbi was always behind the counter at Cohen’s Bakery with a smile. She was an avid reader and lover...

Susan Ann Horvath
Mar 20, 2016
Susan Ann Horvath of Ellenville, NY, died Sunday, March 20, 2016 at Albany Medical Center. She was 71 years old.
Susan was born in Liberty, NY on September 4, 1944; she was the daughter of the late Monroe and Edith (Kerhley) Irwin.
Susan had worked as a keypunch operator at Channel Master, was a office clerk at Schrade and most...
James "Jimmy" Maloney
Mar 13, 2016
James “Jimmy” Maloney, of Neversink, passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2016. He was 55.
He was the son of the late Joseph and Pauline Kennedy Maloney, born on March 28, 1960 in Ellenville, NY.
Jimmy worked as a correctional officer for Eastern Correctional Facility before retiring after 25 years of service. He was a proud graduate of Ellenville High...
Roger E. Ryan
Mar 11, 2016
Roger Edward Ryan of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Friday, March 11, 2016 surrounded by his loving family at Albany Medical Center. He was 77 years old. Roger was born on September 16, 1938 in Ellenville, NY; he was the son of Shelton and Julia (Lybolt) Ryan.
Roger retired from the Eastern Correctional Facility in 2003 after working for over...

Edward Guba
Mar 10, 2016
Edward Guba, of Ellenville, passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2016. He was 84.
He was the son of the late Karl Guba and Lydia Schneider, born on July 2, 1931 in Minsk, Russia.
Edward is survived by his son Gregory Guba and his wife Bernadette; and one grandson.
Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
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Kenneth Legrand Cook Sr.
Mar 9, 2016
Kenneth Legrand Cook Sr., “Ken”, of Napanoch, NY, passed away in the comfort of his home on Wednesday, March 9, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was 84 years old. Born on November 8, 1931 in Ellenville, NY; he was the son of Legrand and Mary Etta (Smith) Cook.
Ken was a graduate of Ellenville High School. He proudly...

Lenora M Roloson
Mar 3, 2016
Lenora Roloson
February 20, 1956 - March 3, 2016
Lenora Roloson, passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at home. She was 60.
She was the daughter of the late Frank and Lenora Sloat, born on February 20, 1956 in Warwick, NY.
She leaves behind her husband, Harvey E. Roloson and her son, Harry Roloson.
Services will be held privately...
Teresa Ann Reiser
Feb 29, 2016
Teresa Ann Reiser
May 15, 1957 – February 29, 2016
Teresa Ann Reiser, of Napanoch, passed away on Monday, February 29, 2016 at Orange Regional Medical Center. She was 58.
She was the daughter of the late Lester Berry and Arlene Howard, born on May 15, 1957 in Idaho Falls, ID.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2016...
Michael J Grote
Feb 19, 2016
Michael J. Grote
October 19, 1949 – February 19, 2016
Napanoch
Michael J. Grote, of Napanoch, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 19, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 66.
He was the son of the late Andrew Grote and Annamary Lynott, born on October 19, 1949 in Ellenville, NY.
Michael worked as a supervisor...

Audrey Jean Fluckiger
Feb 11, 2016
Audrey Jean Fluckiger
Napanoch, NY
Her golden heart stopped beating Thursday, February 11, 2016 at Kingston City Hospital. Audrey was born on October 31, 1929 to the late Dillon and Edith James Fluckiger.
She is survived by her sister Diane and her husband Brian Lake of Napanoch. Her nieces and nephews; Betty (Philip) Marks of Napanoch, Joseph Lake...
Mario Morales Jr.
Feb 10, 2016
Mario Morales Jr., “Mo” passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 10, 2016. He was 33 years old. Mario was born on September 28, 1982 in Thompson, NY; the son of Debi Shear and Mario Morales Sr.
In addition to his parents Mario is survived by his wife Jessica Williams Morales and his children, Ty, Mario and Jayson Morales.
Mario was...
Doris Schoonmaker
Feb 9, 2016
Doris Pine Schoonmaker, 93, of Accord, NY, passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2016. Doris was born on December 6, 1922 in Kingston, NY; she was the daughter of Clarence and Clara (Ghear) Pine and the widow of Donald L. Schoonmaker.
Doris attended Kingston High School and graduated with a bachelor's degree from New Paltz College. She taught school...

Gordon Travis, Sr.
Jan 25, 2016
Gordon Travis Sr. of Liberty, NY passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 25, 2016 at Mt. Sinai Hospital. He was 75 years old. Gordon was born on September 3, 1940 in Summitville, NY; the son of the late Roswell Alfred and Estella (Lybolt) Travis.
Gordon was a former member of Kimble Hose and a former member and trustee of the...