Christine E. Damms
Feb 12, 2025
Christine E. Damms, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on February 12, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on June 19, 1945, in Kingston, New York, Christine was the daughter of the late Leonard Lakin and Arvilla Smith. Christine was a woman with a heart of gold, who spent her life caring for...
Kevin O'Kane
Feb 10, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kevin O'Kane, who left us on February 10, 2025, at the age of 70. Kevin was born on August 5, 1954, in West Islip, NY, to Alexander and Maryanne O'Kane. Kevin was a beloved brother, friend, and member of the community. He is survived by his brother, John O'Kane,...
Jason Andrew Sherwood
Feb 7, 2025
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Jason Sherwood, who passed away on February 7, 2025. Born on August 22, 1977, in Harris, NY, to Sharon Porter and the late Orsell Sherwood, Sr., Jason was a loving father, son, brother, and friend. Jason had a passion for cars – fixing them, driving them, and talking about...
Douglas Van Keuren
Feb 7, 2025
Douglas R. Van Keuren (Duke) of Cochecton, NY, a lifelong area resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 7, 2025, at Roscoe Nursing Home. He was 86. The son of the late Alfred J. Van Keuren and Elanora Gabriel of Mongaup Valley, NY, he was born on August 6, 1938, in Monticello, NY. He was employed by Coca Cola Bottling...
Francisca Antonia Ortiz
Feb 7, 2025
Francisca “Francis” Ortiz of Ellenville, NY sadly passed away on Friday February 7th, 2025. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic on July 3rd, 1946. She was the daughter of Juana Diaz and Francisco Ortiz. Francis’s life can best be described by four “F” words: Family, Friends, Food and Fun. She was always described as the life of the party. Her...
Irene P. Davis
Feb 6, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Irene P. Davis, who left this world peacefully on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Westchester Medical Center, surrounded by family. Born on November 1, 1961, in Suffern, NY, Irene’s life was a testament to love, care, and compassion. She was a beloved daughter of the late Dwight E. Kearsing and Hazel P....
Carol Jane Lounsbery
Feb 3, 2025
Carol Jane Lounsbery, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, at The Care Center at Sunset Lake in Liberty, NY. She was 91. Born on December 23, 1933, in San Francisco, California, she was the daughter of the late Jephtha Briggs and Adeline Conn. Carol’s professional life was dedicated to her working at the same bank, originally First National Bank...
Mark Sowalsky
Feb 3, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mark David Sowalsky, 73, of Monticello, NY, on February 3, 2025. Born in West Hartford, CT, Mark was the son of the late Bernard and Geraldine Sowalsky. Mark grew up in West Hartford, where he graduated from William H. Hall High School in 1969. Over the years, he lived...
Shona Lee Lapolt
Jan 29, 2025
Shona Lee LaPolt, 54, passed away at Garnet Health Medical Center on January 29, 2025. She was born on November 5, 1970, in Ellenville, NY. Shona was a loving wife, devoted mother, cherished daughter, and a friend to many. Shona was known for her warm and welcoming nature, always putting others before herself. She could brighten any room with her...
Stephen C. Derganc
Jan 27, 2025
Stephen C. Derganc, age 77, of Woodbourne, NY, passed away on January 27, 2025, at Wingate at Beacon Nursing Home. He was born on December 22, 1947, in New York City to Charles Derganc and Margaret Goodfellow. Stephen is survived by his cousin, Margaret Kozel, and her family of Jamestown, RI, along with many friends and extended family at ADAPT...
Keith Jamie Hoag
Jan 26, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Keith Jamie Hoag, who left us on January 26, 2025, at Westchester Medical Center at the age of 64. Keith was born on August 31, 1960, in Liberty, NY, to John Hoag and Harriette (Sarles) Hoag. A proud athlete at Livingston Manor High School, Keith’s passion for sports continued...
Paul Wilbur
Jan 22, 2025
Paul L. Wilbur, 66, of Livingston Manor, NY, went home to be with the Lord on January 22, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. Born on March 21, 1958, in Livingston Manor, he was the son of the late Frank and Martha Wilbur. Paul worked for many years for the United States Postal Service. He took pride in his...
Robert Emerson Dubois
Jan 20, 2025
Robert “Bob” Emerson DuBois, 82, husband of the late Joanne Kelley Dubois, passed away January 20, 2025 in Lexington KY. Born in Monticello, NY on June 6, 1942, Robert was the son of the late Emerson DuBois and Lillian Ellsworth DuBois. Along with his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Jonathon Paul. Robert was a...
Antonio M.P. Figueira
Jan 19, 2025
Antonio M.P. Figueira, passed away on January 19, 2025 at his home. He was 84 years old. He was the son of the late Emilio A. Figueira and Francisca (Pereira) Figueira, born on August 25, 1940 in Lisbon, Portugal. A graveside service will be held at 11am on Thursday, January 30th at The Evergreens Cemetery, 1629 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY....
Marlene Dexter
Jan 17, 2025
Marlene Ann Dexter passed away peacefully at Cedar Cove Assisted Living and Memory Care of Wilmington, NC on January 17, 2025. She was 85. She was the daughter of the late John Anthony Schaefer and Margaret Latisia LaPolt, born on September 29, 1939. Marlene was a 1957 graduate of Monticello High School, and SUNY Oswego; had a distinguished career as...
Wilfredo Figueroa, Sr.
Jan 17, 2025
Wilfredo Figueroa, Sr., 85, of Kauneonga Lake, NY passed away peacefully at home on January 17, 2025. He was born on October 12, 1939, to Valentin Figueroa and Basilia Sobrado in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico. He was predeceased by his brother Marcos A. Figueroa. After moving from Puerto Rico to the Bronx, NY and serving 6 months in the Army...
Aranka Rogers
Jan 15, 2025
Aranka Rogers, 84, of Bethel, NY, passed away on January 15, 2025, at Garnet Health Medical Center. She was born on July 20, 1940, in Hungary to her late mother, Margaret Balla. Aranka was a loving and devoted mother, and she is survived by her daughter, Aranka Bunce. Her kindness will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A...
Ron
Jan 15, 2025
Ronald Lee “Ron” Mead, 73, of Livingston Manor, NY, passed away peacefully at home on January 15, 2025, just one day after his 73rd birthday. He was born on January 14, 1952, in Norwich, NY, to the late Raymond W. Mead and Vernie M. Davis. Ron proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1969 to 1971...
Abby Magee
Jan 12, 2025
Abby Margolis Magee, 65 of Monticello, New York passed away unexpectedly on January 12, 2025 at Staten Island University Hospital in Staten Island, after a long illness. Born to the late Hyman and Dorothy Margolis, anybody who knew Abby knew that she would give you the shirt off her back, and she raised her three children to be the same...
Robert J Mckeon, Jr.
Jan 10, 2025
Robert J. McKeon, Jr., 57, of Woodridge, NY, passed away on January 10, 2025. He was born on April 6, 1967, in Brooklyn, NY, to the late Robert J. McKeon, Sr. and Ann Marie Senator. Bobby, as he was known to all, was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He spent 41 wonderful years with his beloved wife, Hope...
