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.
Marion E. Jansson
Feb 9, 2015
Marion E. Jansson, of Wawarsing, NY passed away on February 9, 2015. She was 83 years old. Marion was born on December 28, 1931 in Summitville, NY; she was the daughter of the late Earl and Isabelle (Benedict) Teller. Marion attended the local grade school in Summitville and graduated from Ellenville High School in 1948.
Marion had worked hard...

Ramon Rodriguez
Feb 5, 2015
Ramon Rodriguez, 84, of Ellenville passed away on February 5, 2015 in Rhinebeck. Ramon was the born on June 1, 1930 to the late Jose and Dolores Rodriguez.
Ramon had been part of the Ferncliff Nursing Home family for a time and will be dearly missed.
Marion L. Ehrhardt
Feb 3, 2015
Marion L. Ehrhardt, of Ulster Heights, NY passed away on February 3, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by her family. She was 75 years old. Marion was born on October 8, 1939 in Ellenville; she was the daughter of the late Clinton and Laura (Brown) Byrd
Marion graduated from Ellenville High School in1957. She recently retired...

Julia Hornbeck
Jan 30, 2015
Julia Hornbeck, of Wawarsing, NY passed away on January 30, 2015 in the comfort of her home. She was 98 years old. Julia was born on December 26, 1916 in Summitville, NY; she was the daughter of Adelbert and Mammie (Brown) Libolt.
Julia was a devoted homemaker who enjoyed cooking for her family and gardening.
She was predeceased...
Chester R. Smith
Jan 29, 2015
CHESTER RAYMOND SMITH OF MAYBROOK, NY, DIED ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 29, 2015 AT ST. LUKE’S CORNWALL HOSPITAL. HE WAS 70 YEARS OLD. BORN ON JULY 1, 1944 TO THE LATE CHESTER HAMILTON SMITH & THE LATE LORETTA MAE (BRUNDAGE) SMITH OF MONTICELLO, NEW YORK.
HE IS SURVIVED BY HIS WIFE LINDA KATHLEEN SMITH.1 SISTER,...

Robert A Rosakranse
Jan 10, 2015
ROBERT A. ROSAKRANSE
May 19, 1933 - January 10, 2015
Accord, NY
He was born May 19, 1933 to Raymond Rosakranse and Jeanette (nee) Santifort, in Ellenville, NY and died January 10, 2015 at his home of 50 years in Accord, NY; Mr. Rosakranse was 81 upon his death.
"Bob" Rosakranse was truly a self-made man. He founded Rosakranse Masonry...

Phyllis M. Zanetti
Jan 5, 2015
Phyllis M. Zanetti, 86, of Grahamsville passed away Monday, January 5, 2015, at Glen Arden in Goshen, NY.
Daughter of the late Robert T. and Elthea (Black) Many, she was born on March 21, 1928, in Grahamsville, NY. She married Vincent Zanetti on February 16, 1947, who predeceased her.
Phyllis was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and grandmother. A...

Robert Edelman
Jan 3, 2015
Robert Edelman, a longtime resident of Napanoch, NY passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at the Orange Regional Medical Center. He was 80 years old. Robert was born on May 10, 1934 in Fosterdale, NY; the son of the late Cora and George Edelman Sr.
Robert had attended the Ellenville Central Schools and graduated in 1952. Following...
Samuel Morales
Dec 28, 2014
Samuel Morales Sr., "Pitito", 68 of Ellenville NY passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2014 surrounded by his loving wife and children. Samuel was born on April 9, 1946 in Ponce, Puerto Rico, a son of the late Rafael and surviving Ester Morales. He is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Maria; his son, Samuel Morales III and...
Evelyn Caruso
Dec 20, 2014
Evelyn Behme Caruso, a life long resident of the area passed away on December 20, 2014. She was 86 years old. Evelyn was born on May 8, 1928 in Montela, NY; she was the daughter of Frederick and Bertha (Clark) Behme.
Evelyn had worked as a bus driver for the Ellenville Central Schools. She was a faithful parishioner of...
Kathleen Marie Krygier
Dec 11, 2014
Kathleen Krygier, nee Terpening, of Napanoch passed away peacefully surrounded by her living family on December 11, 2014. She was 45.
She was the daughter of Michael and Linda Shelak Terpening, born on July 7, 1969 in California.
She was a beloved wife, mother, and daughter that will be deeply missed. She had a smile that could truly light up...
Paul G. Henderson
Dec 9, 2014
Paul Henderson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed peacefully into eternal life at New York Presbyterian Hospital in the presence of his family on December 9, 2014.
Paul was born in Brooklyn, NY on July 22, 1932 to Robert and Mary Seiler Henderson. He attended Catholic elementary school in Brooklyn until 1946 when he moved to the Ellenville...

Joseph Y.S. Tso
Dec 9, 2014
Joseph Yung Sze Tso ELLENVILLE- Joe Tso, a resident of Ellenville since the early 1950’s, died peacefully on Dec. 9, 2014. Joe was born near Shanghai, China and came to the U.S. during World War II. He served as a Captain in the U.S. Army Air Corps and was awarded The Medal of Freedom by President Truman for his meritorious...

Raymond C. Hornbeck
Dec 5, 2014
Raymond C. Hornbeck of Grahamsville, NY died on December 5, 2014 at his home. He was 92 years old. Raymond was born on August 31, 1922 in Lackawack and grew up in Eureka; he was the son of Ralph and Doris (Furman) Hornbeck.
Raymond served his country in the United States Army during WWII and served as military police...

Devereline E. Exner
Nov 24, 2014
Devereline "Dee" Exner of Ellenville passed away on Monday, November 24, 2014 at St. Josephs Place SNF, Port Jervis, NY with her loving family by her side. She was 73. She was the daughter of the late Byron G. and Nora Mae Hook Lowe, born on July 14, 1941 in Ellenville, NY. She is survived by her husband, Richard at...

Donald Lewis
Nov 16, 2014
March 20, 1926 – November 16, 2014
Donald Lewis, of Ellenville, a retired Schrade supervisor of 42 years died at Ellenville Regional Hospital on November 16, 2014. He was the son of the late Emery and Jeanette Markle Lewis.
Don was past Exalted Ruler of the Elks Lodge #1971 and...

Christine Lauretta Roman Mitchell
Nov 9, 2014
Christine Lauretta Roman Mitchell of Ellenville passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2014 at home. She was 40. She was the daughter of Marvin Roman and Adele Celeste Geraghty, born on February 1, 1974 in Manhattan, NY. For many years she was a Beautician in the local salons. She will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her. She...
Charles Robert Cox
Nov 8, 2014
Charles Robert Cox, of Ellenville, died Saturday November 8, 2014, at his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle against cancer. He was 35 years old. Charles was born on July 6, 1979 in Newburgh, NY; the son of Letha Cox.
On October 28, 2014 Charles had married Dorothy (Collins) Cox in...

David C. Clark
Sep 23, 2014
David C. Clark of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 at Calvary Hospital. He was 59 years old. David was born on May 24, 1955 in Middletown, NY; the son of the late Ruth and Charles M.L. Clark II.
Mr. Clark had worked as a Diesel Mechanic for Aero Transporters in Ellenville.
David is survived...