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.

Walter Little
Apr 17, 2013
Walter C. Little of Ellenville passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 surrounded by his family at Ellenville Regional Hospital. He was 102. He was the son of the late Daniel and Minnie Kittner Little born on July 26, 1910, in Cragsmoor, NY. He was a Highway Superintendent of Wawarsing for many years before he worked for the...

James Horvath, Jr.
Apr 8, 2013
James Horvath, Jr. of Kerhonkson, NY and formerly Ellenville, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2013 at his home surrounded by his family. He was 49 years old. James was born on March 3, 1964 in Kingston, NY; he was the son of Sandra (Tuttle) Horvath of Bloomingburg and James Horvath, Sr. of Wawarsing.
Mr. Horvath...

Daniel Bishuk Sr.
Apr 5, 2013
Daniel Bishuk Sr. died on Friday, April 5, 2013 at Orange Regional Medical Center in Middletown, NY after a long illness. He was 80 years old. Daniel was born in Astoria, Queens, NY on September 7, 1932, where he lived much of his early life.
He married his wife, Catherine in 1958 and has two sons, John of...
Franklin Daniel Sahler
Apr 5, 2013
FRANKLIN DANIEL SAHLER
April 9, 1932 - April 5, 2013
Ulster County, NY
Franklin Daniel Sahler, a lifelong resident of Ulster County, peacefully passed away on Friday, April 5, 2013.
Son of the late Augustus Sahler and Marion Schoonmaker, he was born April 9, 1932 in Kingston, NY. Frank married his high school sweetheart, the...

Elaine Alice Geiselhart
Apr 1, 2013
Elaine Geiselhart, of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2013. Elaine was the daughter of the late Milfred (Nip) and Martha Carson Geiselhart. She was 73 years of age.
Elaine was stricken with Polio in her teens and overcome much adversity. Through perseverance she became a gifted artist, learning to use her left hand,...

Brenda Sue Skeen
Mar 30, 2013
Brenda Sue Skeen of Napanoch passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at Ellenville Regional Hospital. She was 55.
She was the daughter of Evelyn Elswick Skeen and the late Gene Skeen Sr., born on April 24, 1957 in Ellenville NY.
For many years she worked as an Administrative Assistant for several local hospitals. Brenda...

Jennifer R. DeAveiro
Mar 15, 2013
Jennifer R. DeAveiro of Spring Glen, NY passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, March 15, 2013. She was 33 years old. Jennifer was born on March 13, 1980 in Manhattan, NY; the daughter of James T. and Donna (Tapiro) DeAveiro.
In addition to her parents Jennifer is survived by her children, Olivia...

Thomas Burkhouse
Mar 15, 2013
Thomas E. Burkhouse of Napanoch, NY, peacefully passed away on March 15, 2013 at the Ellenville Regional Hospital. He was 93 years old. Thomas was born on April 24, 1919 in Emerickville, PA; he was the son of Samuel and Ruth (Rhodes) Burkhouse.
On May 13, 1937 Tom married the former Dorothy DeLappa in Cumberland, MD. Together they were charter members of the Ellenville First Aid and Rescue Squad.
Mr. Burkhouse...
Lucille A. Brilliant
Mar 10, 2013
Lucille A. Brilliant (Kelly) of Napanoch, NY passed away unexpectedly at the Ellenville Hospital on Sunday, March 10, 2013. She was 63 years old. Lucille was born on May 3, 1949 in Queens, NY; the daughter of Erskine and Sonya (Borace) Stiles.

Rosemary Hertle
Mar 10, 2013
Rosemary (Broschart) Hertle, 97, of Napanoch NY passed away on March 10, 2013. She was surrounded by her loving family. She was an amazing, caring person who touched the hearts and lives of all that crossed her path.
Rosemary, known as Nan by many - loved her Yankees, the Racino, bingo and her bingo buddies. She...

Richard C. Dickson
Mar 9, 2013
Richard C. Dickson (Rich), 74, resident of Ellenville, New York, passed away on March, 9, 2013 in Ocala, Florida.
He was born in Kingston, New York, February 17, 1939, the son of Richard C. and Marion Dickson. Rich was married to Lynne H. Evans and celebrated their 51st Anniversary in June.
Rich was...

Andrew J. Grote
Feb 28, 2013
Andrew J. Grote of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Thursday, February 28, 2013 at the EllenvilleRegional Hospital. He was 90 years old. Andrew was born on February 26, 1923 in Ellenville, NY; the son of Mose and Mary (Hornsberger) Grote.
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Michael H. Forgette
Feb 25, 2013
Michael H. Forgette of Napanoch, NY entered into eternal rest on Monday, February 25, 2013 at the Ellenville Regional Hospital. His final days were spent surrounded by family and close friends. He was 57 years old. Michael was born on February 15, 1956 in Ellenville; the son of Janice Pomeroy and Roger...
Franklin L. Hyatt
Feb 20, 2013
Franklin L. Hyatt of Ellenville, NY, passed away peacefully at home on February 20, 2013; he was 91. The son of the late Frank and Gussie Hyatt, he was born on November 22, 1921 in Ellenville.
Frank was retired from the New York Telephone Co. and remained actively involved in the Telephone Pioneers of America, serving...
Ronald C. Lovelace Jr.
Feb 15, 2013
Ronald C. Lovelace Jr. of Napanoch, NY passed away on Friday, February 15, 2013. He was 37 years old. Ronald was born on January 19, 1976 in Newburgh, NY; he was the son of Ronald C. Lovelace Sr. and the late Mary Lee (Goble)...

George Miller
Feb 15, 2013
George Miller of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Friday, February 15, 2013 at the Ellenville Hospital. He was 79 years old. George was born on March 8, 1933 in Ellenville; he was the son of the late Henry C. and Tessa (Avery) Miller.
George had served his country in the United States Air Force.
George...
Gina Marie Avery
Feb 9, 2013
Gina Marie Avery
December 4, 1974 ~ February 9, 2013
Gina Marie Avery of Sanford, FL, formerly of Napanoch, NY passed away during a medical emergency on February 9,2013.
Gina was born on December 4,1974 in Kingston, NY to Wayne A. Avery and Lucy (Rivera) Avery.
At the time of her passing Gina was survived by her parents, Wayne and Lucy Avery; sister, Dianalynn...

Clara M Eckerson
Feb 9, 2013
CLARA M. ECKERSON 90 PASSED AWAY SATURDAY FEBRUARY 9, 2013 AT SARATOGA HOSPITAL IN SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY SURROUNDED BY HER LOVING FAMILY. BORN MAY 23, 1922 IN WASHINGTON, NJ TO FRANCIS AND MARIE SERJEANT.
CLARA LOVED TO VOLUNTEER AND DID SO FOR MANY YEARS IN ELLENVILLE, NY AT THE HOSPITAL, FOR ULSTER COUNTY MEALS...