Obituaries

Iris G. McDole

Iris G. McDole

Dec 9, 2023

Iris G. McDole, 79 of Woodridge, NY passed away on December 9, 2023. She will be greatly missed. Iris was born on September 18, 1944 to Leonard and Ethel Quick in Ellenville, NY.

 

Iris was a lifelong resident of the area specifically, Ellenville, NY, Napanoch, NY and Woodridge, NY. Iris was the owner and proprietor of Mae’s Beauty Salon...

George A. Sheeley

George A. Sheeley

Nov 21, 2023

Former Ellenville Police Chief George A. Sheeley (affectionately known as "G" to his family and friends) passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at his home in Ellenville, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 2, 1933, at the former Veteran's Memorial Hospital in Ellenville to Donald W. and Mae K. Wright Sheeley. George attended Napanoch Elementary...

Elise C. Hornbeck

Elise C. Hornbeck

Nov 20, 2023

Elise C. Hornbeck, a beloved resident of Grahamsville, NY, gracefully departed this world on Monday, November 20, 2023 at the age of 82. Elise's journey began on December 17, 1940 in Bronx, NY, where she was warmly welcomed into the loving arms of her parents, Arthur and Mildred Greenrose. She found lifelong companionship in her late husband, Raymond Hornbeck.

Throughout...

Gertrude Yerkes

Gertrude Yerkes

Nov 20, 2023

Gertrude E. Brown Yerkes, a life-long resident of the area, retired LPN, Girlscout leader, bowling coach, beloved by all, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023. She was 83.

 

The daughter of Winfred O. Brown and Mildred L. Briggs, she was born on October 27, 1940, at home in Greenfield Park. 

 

Pre-deceased by her husband, Richard John Yerkes,...

Richard Segal

Richard Segal

Nov 18, 2023

Richard Segal, of Ellenville, NY, passed away on November 18, 2023 at Garnet Health Center at the age of 74. Richard was born on May 28, 1949 in Poland to Samuel and Elizabeth Segal.

Richard worked at Woodbourne Correctional Facility and Eastern Correctional Facility for many years. He was well respected by both his fellow officers and the inmates which...

Katherine L. DePuy

Katherine L. DePuy

Nov 18, 2023

 

Katherine L. (Christiana) DePuyKatherine L. DePuy, a beloved, lifelong resident of Napanoch, NY finished her earthly journey on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at the young age of 72. Born on May 17, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Reas (Bernie) and Jeanette Christiana.

Katherine married her childhood sweetheart, Floyd DePuy, 53 years ago. She leaves behind...

John Jay Phillips

John Jay Phillips

Nov 16, 2023

John Jay Phillips, known to his loved ones as Jack, passed away on November 16, 2023, at the age of 84. He was born on June 17, 1939, in Monticello, NY, and he peacefully left this world at his residence in Pine Bush, NY. Jack was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.In his professional career, Jack retired from...

Ana Lucia Sims

Ana Lucia Sims

Nov 14, 2023

Ana Lucia Sims, a beloved resident of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at the age of 61. Born on March 1, 1962, Ana was the daughter of the late Augusta Diaz Martinez and Valentin Martinez.

During her life, Ana found joy in tutoring at the Ellenville Library and serving as a Home Health Aid. She had...

James F. Cone Jr.

James F. Cone Jr.

Nov 13, 2023

James F. Cone Jr., DVM of Napanoch, NY, peacefully passed away on November 13, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family in the comfort of his home. He was 88 years old. Born on December 1, 1934, in Brooklyn, NY to the late Caroline (Johnson) and James F. Cone Sr., Jim leaves behind a rich legacy that touched the lives of...

Paul G. DiMaggio

Paul G. DiMaggio

Nov 12, 2023

 

Paul G. DiMaggio, a former New York State Trooper and dedicated individual, passed away on November 12, 2023, in Middletown, NY at the age of 93. Born on August 14, 1930, in New York City; he was the son of the late Joseph and Josephine DiMaggio.

Paul served his country with honor and pride as a member of the...

William Joseph Molloy

William Joseph Molloy

Nov 11, 2023

Napanoch, NY - William Joseph Molloy, a lifelong resident of the community, passed away on November 11, 2023, at the age of 69 after a brief illness. Born on January 20, 1954, in Queens, NY, Bill was the son of the late John "Jack" and Elena "Helen" Molloy.

Bill dedicated over a decade of his life working as a bus...

William P. Freer

William P. Freer

Nov 5, 2023

William Pat Freer, known affectionately as Bill, passed away unexpectedly on November 5, 2023, at the age of 51. He was a resident of Napanoch, NY. Born on July 26, 1972, in Ellenville, NY, Bill was the son of Leonora (Wilhelm) and Charles Freer.Bill pursued his passion after graduating from high school in Ellenville by attending the Orange County Police...

Jeffrey Charles Hook

Jeffrey Charles Hook

Nov 4, 2023

Jeffrey Charles Hook, age 63, passed away on November 4, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer.Born on August 10, 1960, in Ellenville NY, Jeff was the son of the late Gerald Hook and Frances Fritz. He was also the "god-son" of Thomas May. Jeff graduated from Ellenville High School in 1978 and started his career as a lifeguard at...

Jackson Peter Schwab

Jackson Peter Schwab

Nov 3, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jackson Peter Schwab on November 3, 2023. Born on October 9, 2023, he weighed a precious 5lbs 6ozs and measured 17” long. Jackson was a beautiful infant who brought joy and love to everyone around him. Tragically, he was taken from us too soon due to Sudden Infant Death...

Deborah S. Zeider

Deborah S. Zeider

Nov 2, 2023

Deborah “Debbie” Zeider, a beloved resident of Napanoch, NY, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023, just shy of her 65th birthday. Born on November 9, 1958, in Ellenville, NY, Debbie was the daughter of the late Roselyn and Robert E. Hull, Sr.

Debbie's work history included General Sportswear, Marvin Millworks, Eastern Federal Credit Union, and most recently Walmart. However,...

Bradley T. Raymond

Bradley T. Raymond

Oct 31, 2023

Bradley T. Raymond, a beloved resident of Napanoch, NY, passed away peacefully at Westchester Medical Center on October 31, 2023. He was 66 years old. Born on December 20, 1956 in Kingston, NY, Brad is the son of step mother, Dayle Raymond, and was the son of the late Albert H. and Rosemarie (McCarthy) Raymond.

Brad dedicated his career to...

Frank Dombroski

Frank Dombroski

Oct 29, 2023

Frank P. Dombroski of Ellenville, NY, fondly known as “Sonny” by his family and friends passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023. He was 80 years old. Frank was born on July 10, 1943 in Blue Hill, Maine.

He enlisted in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1963.

Frank enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his...

Greddy Abraham

Greddy Abraham

Oct 29, 2023

Greddy Abraham, aged 60, peacefully passed away in her home on October 29, 2023, surrounded by her family and her dedicated longtime companion. She was born in Buenaventura, Colombia, South America in 1963 to Hector and Amparo Abraham. Greddy received her education from Ellenville Central Schools and later pursued her studies in Psychology and Social Work with a bachelor's degree...

Daniel L. Johnson

Daniel L. Johnson

Oct 26, 2023

Daniel L. Johnson of Ellenville, N.Y. a lifelong resident of the area, died Thursday, October 26, 2023. He was 65. The first child of the late John E. Johnson and Judith A. Johnson was born June 17, 1958 in Ellenville. 

Above all else, Dan was a devoted family man. He was the fifth generation in the lumber and building materials...

Betty Jeszeck

Betty Jeszeck

Oct 16, 2023

Elizabeth Ellen Dacey Jeszeck passed away at the age of 99 on October 16, 2023 in Seattle, WA. She always went by "Betty" and was born on March 10, 1924 in Chicago, IL to John Dacey and Margaret Hartford Dacey.

Betty had an older sister, Mary Dacey Luchitz. Betty and Mary, or Bet and Mar as they called each other,...