Molly "Chris" Placide
Jul 20, 2025
Molly “Chris” Placide was born on October 5, 1992. His birth was a joy to all his family, and his childhood was full of fun, laughter, and love. He was an adventurous child, daring and a go-getter. Learning the importance of “Family” from a very young age. Molly “Chris” was cherished and beloved of family and friends. She always brought...
Pyongsok Cho
Jul 20, 2025
Pyong Cho was born on February 15, 1974, in his parents’ home in Seoul, South Korea. At the age of 16, he immigrated to the United States with his family in 1990. He had a brother and a sister. On July 5, 1995, Pyong moved from his parents’ home in the Bronx to New Hope Community at 102 Dee’s Drive....
Beatrice "Pookie" Novogrodsky
Jul 18, 2025
Beatrice “Pookie” Novogrodsky, entrepreneur, style icon, matriarch and local legend, passed away peacefully at home on July 18, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. She had just celebrated her 99th birthday.
Pookie was born on June 23, 1926, in the home of her parents, Sam and Birdie Kagan in Woodridge, New York. Few, though, with the possible exception of her mother and...
Luis Rodriguez
Jul 17, 2025
Luis Rodriguez was born on February 23, 1960, at Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx, New York. In 1997, he became a cherished member of the New Hope Community, where he was supported and cared for throughout the remainder of his life. Over the years, Luis lived in several residences within New Hope, including 204 Michael’s Court until 2002, followed by...
Isabelle Claire Hayes
Jul 15, 2025
Isabelle Rawich Hayes of Woodbourne, NY passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025. Born in the Bronx, NY on November 11, 1938 to Molly and Norman Rawich, Isabelle attended Evander Childes High School and Hunter College. She and her extended family spent summers in the Catskills, and she moved to Sullivan County permanently in 1960 when she was married. Isabelle...
Robert Hinkley
Jul 13, 2025
The extended family of Robert E. Hinkley of Pine Bush, New York are saddened to announce his passing on July 13, 2025, at 52 years of age. Bobby was born to Richard and Martha (Dutcher) Hinkley on March 2, 1973, in Pine Bush, New York.
Bobby attended Pine Bush High School, and enjoyed tabletop roleplaying, hiking, exploring, history, cryptids, ghosts and...
Ellen Swandiak
Jul 13, 2025
Ellen Swandiak, of New York City, passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 66. She was born in the Bronx on February 16, 1959 to Steve and Emily Swandiak. Ellen spent most of her life in Manhattan, where she was a pioneering graphic designer, launching numerous magazines and designing books. She was the founder and editor in...
Evelyn A. Demyer
Jul 9, 2025
Evelyn Anna DeMyer was born on January 27, 1932, at home in Calicoon, NY to her parents Clarence and Anna Cook. On Wednesday, July 9, 2025, she died gently and peacefully at the age of 93. Evelyn married George Keeler and together they raised four children in Youngsville, NY. Evelyn is predeceased by their daughter Terry Keeler, daughter Bonnie O’Neill,...
Juneann Dorothy Koester
Jul 6, 2025
JuneAnn Dorothy Koester, a beloved mother, grandmother, and longtime member of the community, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on June 18, 1935, in Astoria, Queens, to Helen Mathias Herfurth and George Herfurth, June spent the last 60 years of her life in Jeffersonville, NY, where she built a life rooted in love,...
Dorothy Jeanne Miller
Jun 27, 2025
Dorothy Jeanne Williams Miller, 94 years young, passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of Friday, June twenty seventh,2025. Long time resident of Youngsville, beloved wife of John Frank Miller, and cherished mom to three children; John Arthur, Patricia Jean and Betty Lou. Our mom wore many hats in her long and blessed life and in her retirement...
Dorothy Jeanne Miller
Jun 27, 2025
Dorothy Jeanne Williams Miller, 94 years young, passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of Friday, June twenty seventh,2025. Long time resident of Youngsville, beloved wife of John Frank Miller, and cherished mom to three children; John Arthur, Patricia Jean and Betty Lou. Our mom wore many hats in her long and blessed life and in her retirement...
Shawn Anthony Kovalcik
Jun 26, 2025
Shawn Anthony Kovalcik, 56, of Woodridge, NY, passed away at home on June 26, 2025. Born on March 20, 1969, in Traverse City, Michigan, Shawn was the beloved son of Joseph and Joyce (Engle) Kovalcik. He worked as a dedicated Class A driver for XPO, where he was known for his reliability, strong work ethic, and quiet strength. An avid...
Joan M. Marshall
Jun 19, 2025
Joan Marie Marshall, lovingly known as the “Lady of the Lake,” passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, at the age of 70. A devoted mother, loyal friend, and lifelong horse trainer, Joan touched the lives of many with her generous spirit, unwavering love, and deep connection to the natural world. Born on October 3, 1954, in Liberty, NY, Joan...
David Allen Mizerek, Sr.
Jun 16, 2025
David Allen Mizerek Sr., of Swan Lake, passed away on June 16, 2025, at the age of 63. He was the son of the late Edward Mizerek and Helen DeGroat, born on December 26, 1961 in newton, NJ. David was a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather. He shared 42 cherished years of marriage with his beloved wife, Brenda,...
Giselle Maria Lopez
Jun 16, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Giselle Maria Lopez, who left us far too soon on June 16, 2025, at Westchester Medical Center. Born on April 12, 2012, in Cortland, New York, Giselle brought immeasurable love, light, and laughter into the lives of everyone who knew her. Giselle was the cherished daughter...
Adrian K. Phillip
Jun 12, 2025
Adrian Ad Phillip, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on June 12, 2025, in Monticello, New York, at the age of 41. Born on December 9, 1983, in Trinidad, Adrian spent most of his life in Yonkers and Sullivan County, where he was known for his kindness, strength, and unwavering dedication to his family. He worked as...
Michele E. York
Jun 11, 2025
Michele Elisa York, of South Fallsburg, New York, passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. She was 61 years old. Born on June 16, 1963 in Neptune, New Jersey, she was the beloved daughter of Patricia Mae Cottman and Walter L. York. Michele graduated from Baldwin County High School in Alabama and made...
Kris Miller
Jun 9, 2025
Kris Miller, of Woodbourne, New York, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025. She was 59. Born on December 16, 1965, in Middletown, New York, she was the beloved daughter of Marlene Judson. Kris’s greatest joy in life was being a grandmother. Her love for her family was evident in everything she did, and she cherished every moment spent...
Larry J. Houman
May 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Larry Houman, Sr., who left us peacefully on May 30, 2025. Born on March 10, 1950, in Carbondale, Pennsylvania, Larry lived a life rich with love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to his family and community. Larry was a devoted husband, a loving father, a proud Navy veteran, and a...
