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Bowman, Jeffrey Alexander 46, born September 12, 1964, in Newburgh,
NY, departed this life on Thursday, November 18, 2010, in Utica, NY. He
served in the US Air Force and was a member of Mt. Carmel Church of Christ,
Disciples of Christ. He was a member of the Sunday School, DCYF, and Youth
Choir. He was a member of the NAACP, graduated from HIV/AIDS Awareness
Association, volunteered at Jesus Christ Tabernacle of David (JCTOD) and was
a member of the Youth Empowerment Project (Lifequest). He was a
self-employed barber. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Cecily
(Grimes) Bowman, of Utica, NY; two daughters, Aaliyah Bowman, of Newburgh,
NY, and Nicole Falerio, of Red Hook, NY; three sons, Jeffrey Bowman, Jr., of
Zephyr Hills, Florida, Jaylen Bowman, of Saranac Lake, NY, and Jaiovonni
Bowman, of Utica, NY; three stepsons, Theodore Haden, Beau Haden and Kevin
Lockhart, Jr., all from Utica, NY; one granddaughter, Rayana Haden, of
Utica; his mother and father, Adam and Alma Bowman, of Conyers, GA; two
sisters, Linda Rivers (Daniel), of Hampton, VA, and Debra Seaton, of
Newburgh, NY; brothers, Patrick Seaton, of Poughkeepsie, NY, Adam Bowman,
Jr. (Luwona), of Covington, GA, Charles Bowman (Tamiko), of Snellville, GA,
Philip Owens, Alan Melvin, Herman Owens and Darryl Owens, all of Newburgh,
NY; and his God-parents, William and Dorothy Fields, of Marlboro, NY. He
also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, several God-sisters
and God-brothers. He was predeceased by his dad, Herman Owens, and his
maternal grandparents, Allen and Doretha Blue. Visitation will be Tuesday,
November 23, 2010, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., with funeral services starting at
7 p.m., at Mt. Carmel Church of Christ Disciples of Christ, 1524 Route 300,
Newburgh, NY 12550. Burial will be on Wednesday, November 24, at 10:00 a.m.
Boykin,
Debbie of Newburgh, N.Y. a custodial engineer at United States Military
Academy, West Point, died Thursday, January 29, 2004 at the Newburgh Campus
of St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital. She was 39. The daughter of the late
Charles and Ruth Monk Boykin Sr., she was born May 2, 1964 in Newburgh.
Survivors include her companion, Ernest Grady; son, Tyrell Grady; and
daughter, Alexandria Grady, at home; two sisters, Barbara and Patricia
Boykin, both of Newburgh; four nieces, Montique Hall, Cassandra, Tasha and
Talisha Boykin, all of Newburgh; two nephews, Michael Boykin of Spring
Valley, and Anthony Robertson of Phoenix, Ariz.; three great nephews,
Raymond Johnson, Tyshawn and Tyler Boykin, all of Newburgh; and uncles,
aunts, cousin, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by a
brother, Charles Boykin. Visitation will be on Tuesday, February 3 from 10
to 11 a.m. in the New Hope Baptist Church, 20 Dr. Coleman Briggs Way,
Newburgh. The funeral follows at 11 a.m. with the pastor, the Rev. Dr.
Coleman Briggs officiating. Interment will be in the Cedar Hill Cemetery,
Middle Hope. Rhodes Funeral Home, 259 Walsh Ave., New Windsor, entrusted
with arrangements.
Briggs, Lovestine Deniece Malone entered eternal rest on January 27, 2013 in
Niagara Falls, New York. "Niecy" as she was known by her family, and known
by others as Deniece, was born to Elder Walter W. Briggs and the late Rev.
Lovestine Kirby-Briggs on November 13, 1964. She was educated in the
Newburgh City School District and graduated from Newburgh Free Academy. She
attended Orange County Community College where she received an Associate
Degree in Business Administration. She later attended the Newburgh Bible
Institute where she completed studies in Biblical Theology. Niecy was
employed most of her adult life in retail until double knee replacements
forced her into retirement. She found much joy in the hobby of photography.
Special events such as weddings, birthdays, recitals and mock model
editorials were photo-shoots enjoyed by many. She loved photographing God's
natural creations such as animals, forestry, agriculture and natural
scenery. She fell in love with and married the man of her life, Ralph Terry
Malone. Niecy's heartthrob was MYDDADY. Her facebook posts often stated,"I
LOVE ME SOME HIM!" She adored her stepmother, Eve Scott-Briggs and her
Facebook posts stated this saying: "I COULDN'T HAVE ASKED THE LORD FOR A
BETTER WOMAN TO FILL THE VOID LEFT BY MOTHER'S EARLY PASSING!" She is the
proud mother of three sons, Robert D. Freeman, Ste"fan D. Briggs, and
Brandon D. Garcia. She is also the stepmother of eight. She adored her
brothers and sisters: Michael Briggs(Mildred), Kevin Briggs(Renee), Steven
C. Briggs(God),Jacqueline Briggs-Green(Conway), Lorraine Baker(Milton), Dale
Briggs(Tawarrenda). Donna Briggs-Gore(Tommy) and Dorothy Stephenson(Roy). In
addition to ALL named above, she leaves to morn her passing her beloved
grandchildren and godchildren: Brooklyn-Cooper-Freeman, Robert Freeman Jr.,
Ma'Che Freeman, Mi'Sean Briggs, Zaire Peterson-Briggs, Evari Briggs, Ar'Mel
Briggs, Mi'Yannah Johnson-Briggs, Ezekial Garcia, Zyaire Scott, Isabella
Brown, and Kierre Clarke. She leaves behind a host of uncles, aunts,
nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends. Her favorite quote was: "To God be
the glory! I am finally willing to accept the Lord Jesus Christ and His plan
and propose for my life. Please be patient with me, God is not through with
me yet, when He gets through with me, I shall come forth as pure Gold." Mrs.
Malone will lie in repose 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, January 31 at Baptist
Temple Church, 7-11 William Street, Newburgh, NY. Services 11 a.m. at the
church. Rev Byron Williams officiating. Interment at Cedar Hill Cemetery,
Middle Hope, NY. Professional services entrusted to Rhodes Funeral Homes.
259 Walsh Avenue. New Windsor, NY 12553
Butwell,
Kenneth V. "Boo" of Newburgh, N.Y. a part-owner and chef of The Black
Rooster Restaurant in Newburgh and a longtime area resident, entered into
rest Tuesday, September 11, 2001, in New Windsor. He was 37. The son of
Kenneth F. and Frances Butwell, he was born June 24, 1964, in West Virginia.
Boo graduated from Newburgh Free Academy, Class of 1982, was a graduate of
the Culinary Institute of American, 1995, and was a member of St. Patrick's
Church, Newburgh. Survivors include his parents, at home; his maternal
grandmother, Helen Cestaro; one sister, Theresa Cerone and her husband
Laurent of the Town of Newburgh; three uncles, John Cestaro of Newburgh,
Justin Butwell of North Carolina, and Robert Butwell of California; three
aunts, Helen Cestaro of Newburgh, Nancy Cestaro of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and
Florence Rossi of California; one niece, Antonia Cerone; one nephew, Julien
Cerone; and many cousins. He was predeceased by his maternal grandfather,
Vincent Cestaro; his paternal grandparents, Justin and Florence Butwell; and
an aunt, Mary Jane Butwell. Family will receive their friends from 2 to 4
and 7 to 9 p.m. today, Thursday, September 13, at the DiDonato-Brooks
Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A funeral Mass will be offered at
10 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, September 14, at St. Patrick's Church, Newburgh.
Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor. Arrangements under the
direction of the DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home.

Christianson, Thomas - Tommy passed in obscurity unfortunately. I
never knew until many years later and it was shortly after he had been to
my house visiting Karen Kuhn upon one of her trips up from Florida. We had
grown up together and it was a sad thing to find out that he had died in
such a manner in 1998. Tommy, rest assured as you sleep in death, you are
remembered and will be healthier and happier when resurrected. All such
pains will have been erased. Tom was born Jan. 2, 1964 and died about
Jan, 6, 2000. Tom lived in Vails Gate with his mother and brother Michael
in the family home... Tom's father, Chris, predeceased him.



Detoro, Victoria (Vicky) McHugh of Berkeley Heights, N.J. Formerly of
Newburgh, N.Y.assistant to president of Ortho McNeill Company and longtime
area resident, died Jan. 6, 2006 in Berkeley Heights. She was 42. She was
born Jan. 10, 1963 in Brooklyn, N.Y. She was active as a Girl Scouts
leader. Survivors include her husband Kevin J. McHugh, daughter Megan Joan
McHugh and son Daniel Joseph McHugh all at home; mother Irene Conklin
Detoro of Newburgh; brother Arthur Detoro and wife Shawn of Connecticut;
sisters Lucy Loubengeiger and Emily Detoro both of Newburgh, Cathy Coleman
and Dawn Rogers and husband Herbie all of Kingston; brother Louis Davis of
Long Island; Aunt Kathy and Uncle Olof Wahlund of New York City;
sister-in-law Kathy Ditto and husband Mike of Long Island; Uncle Richard
and Aunt Kay Valenti of New Jersey; three nephews; and two nieces.
Visitation will be on Tuesday, Jan. 10 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at
Ippolito-Berkeley Memorial Funeral Home, 646 Springfield, Ave., Berkeley
Heights, NJ 07922. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday,
Jan. 11 at Little Flower Church, Berkeley Heights, N.J. Entombment will be
in St. Theresa Mausoleum, Summit, N.J. In lieu of flowers, kindly make
donations to Ortho Biotech Giving Network, 430 Rte 22 East Bridgewater, NJ
05807. Attention Nancy Stanton. Vicki has always been a kind and caring
person, always putting the needs of others before her own. Vicky was a
loving daughter, sister, wife and most devoted mother. She was an awesome
business woman. Those who knew her, loved and admire her. Arrangements by
White & Venuto Funeral Home, 188 North Plank Rd. (Rt. 32), Newburgh.
Foger, Debbie Anniballi of the NFA Class of 1982 died 5/31/07 Debbie is
survived by husband Bruce Anniballi, two sons, Stephen, 20 and Matthew, 10
Debbie is also survived by her 5 sisters and mother, and 15 nieces and
nephews. Debbie and Bruce were married 20 years ( They met on a blind
date!)

Henderson, Stephen Leslie of Atlanta, Ga. a laborer and 9-year
resident of the area, died January 26, 2003 in Atlanta, Ga. He was 39. The
son of Joseph Henderson and Anna Mincey, he was born November 9, 1964 in
Newburgh. Survivors include his father, Joseph Henderson and stepmother,
Suzanna; four sons, Stephen, Sterling, Stephon, all of Atlanta, Ga. and
Stetson of Walden; one daughter, Stephanie; stepson, LaNarde DeAngelo; six
sisters, Michele Henderson-Wilson, Catherine Spell, Vida Cobbs, Marquita
Allen, Sheira Rickett and Latasha Allen; and four brothers, Cleveland
Mincey, Joseph Henderson Jr., and Dr. Gideon K. Mincey. He was predeceased
by Tyrone Henderson. Funeral services were held in Atlanta, Ga. in January
2003. Arrangements were made by the Brutus W. Hodge Funeral Home,
Newburgh. (Listed in Camera Shy)



Jones, Tommy Earl was born on March 27, 1964 and passed away on
Wednesday, November 10, 2010. Tommy was a resident of Havre de Grace,
Maryland at the time of his passing. He graduated from NFA High School in
1982 (see Camera Shy) and attended Dutchess College for 2 years and also
attended and completed his studies at Anne Arundel Institute of Technology
for computer and communication electronics. He joined the U.S. Army in
1985 and served for 4 years as a chief cook. He is survived by his wife
Sharon. Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday November 17, 2010
at Holy Temple Holiness Church of Deliverance, 2016 w. Pratt Street,
Baltimore, MD where friends may call starting at 10 a.m. Burial will be in
Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery,Owings Mills, MD.


Lawrence, Gene "Big Show" a lifetime area resident, died on Thursday,
April 20, 2006 in the Town of Mt. Hope as the result of a motorcycle
accident. He was 42. The son of Eugene G. and Ann Galietta-Lawrence, he
was born on March 9, 1964 in Newburgh, NY. He attended Newburgh Free
Academy where he was a football Quarterback. He graduated NFA in 1982.
Gene was known as "The Golden Boy" a name that was given to him after his
father by Bo Gill. On November 12, 1983, Gene married the love of his
life, V. Holly Krajewski, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Middletown. He was
the previous owner of Kory's Pools in Bullville. Gene worked as a Network
Specialist for the Pine Bush School system, and previously for Orange
County DSS and RCLS. He was an avid sportsman who played modified softball
for the 101 pub. Children were an essential part of his life, as he and
his wife were foster parents. He coached Middletown Little League and
Elks' Basketball. He also worked security for Middletown High School
Sporting events. He was the Assistant Director of Wurtsboro HOG. Gene was
an awesome husband and father; he touched the lives of all who knew him.
He was everyone's "Dad" who made the best chocolate chip pancakes. He was
a passionate "Harley Rider." Riding was a part of his life that he loved
to share with his wife and fellow HOG members. He is survived by his
loving wife, Holly, his son, Jordan Michael and daughter, Taylor Marie,
all at home, his parents of Newburgh, sister, Melissa Southworth and her
husband Brian of Newburgh brother, Matthew and his wife Liz of Newburgh,
cousin Stephanie Galietta of NC, mother and father in law, Virginia and
Buddy Krajewski, sisters-in-law, Yvonne Howard and her husband Michael of
Huntington, NY, Terry Bassett and her husband David of Round Rock, TX, and
Marie Christner and her husband Bill of Middletown, Karen Swift of Tenn,
brother-in-law John and his wife Susan Illanovsky of Middletown, cousin
Michelle Cassidy of Middletown, foster children, Cliff, J.J., Alberry,
Moe, Jessica, and baby Keylon. Gene is also survived by many nieces and
nephews; Brian Jr, Evan, Zachary, Kaela, Kylie, Matthew Jr, Catherine,
John Francis, Jessica, Brianne, John Paul, Nicole, Kristopher, Matthew,
Connor, Parker, Kris, Aimee, Phylicia, Carly and many special loving
friends. Friends may call on Sunday, April 23, 2006 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9
p.m. at Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home Inc., 130 Highland Avenue,
Middletown, NY 10940. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, April
24, 2006 at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, 149 Cottage Street,
Middletown. Cremation will follow at Cedar Hill Crematory, Middle Hope. In
lieu of flowers, Gene's family has requested memorial contributions in his
name to be made to The Lawrence Children's Schooling Fund, P.O. Box 353,
New Hampton, NY 10958. To share your memories of Gene, please log onto my
space.com/ genebigshowlawrence Funeral arrangements are under the
direction of Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc. 



McGuire, Brian J. 48, of Ridgewood NJ, formerly of Newburgh, NY, passed
away Friday, April 5th, 2013. He was the beloved husband of Ellen; loving
father of Tim and Tara; cherished son of Agnes and the late Jack McGuire
and devoted step-son of John Sullivan; caring brother of Patty Bogacz and
husband, Mark, Kevin McGuire, Mary Weafer and husband, Stephen and
Danielle Mummery and husband, Chris; adored uncle of many nieces and
nephews. Family and friends may visit Tuesday, April 9th from 6 to 8 p.m.
at Feeney Funeral Home, 232 Franklin Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ. A Funeral Mass
will be celebrated Wednesday, April 10th at 10:45 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt.
Carmel RC Church in Ridgewood, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be
made in Brian's memory to The McGuire Scholarship Fund, c/o Feeney Funeral
Home, 232 Franklin Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ, 07450.
Miller, Timothy a lifelong resident of Newburgh, passed away on
Wednesday, May 26, 2010. He was 45. Timothy was a graduate of Newburgh
Free Academy and Stony Brook University on Long Island. Survivors include
his parents, Dieter and Mariell Miller of Newburgh; sons, Ryan and Andrew
of Marlboro; brother, Peter of Newburgh; beloved partner, Helena and her
children, Mark, Michael and Megan of Newburgh. A private memorial service
in Timmy's honor was held on Saturday, June 5, at Brooks Funeral Home,
Newburgh.


Newkirk,
Brenda Ann a resident of Newburgh, NY, closed her eyes to rest on
Thursday, January 29, 2009. She was 46 years old. She was one of 17
children born to the late Timmy Newkirk and Bernice Oates, both of
Newburgh, NY on January 14, 1963. She was a member of Living In Jesus
Ministry under the leadership of Pastor Hermon Hubbard and was employed at
the local Price Chopper grocery store in Newburgh. Brenda devoted much of
her time volunteering at local senior citizen establishments, especially
the Burton Towers for the elderly. She was predeceased by both parents,
her sister, Marie Newkirk and her brother, Raymond Newkirk. She is
survived by her fiancé, Harrold Hammonds; her three children: Rhonda
Newkirk, Sorell Newkirk and Tierra Faulkner all of Newburgh; six brothers:
Thurman Newkirk, Sr. (Ida Mae) of Newburgh, Jimmy Oates (Virginia) of
Clinton, NC, Edward Newkirk, Sr. (Mae), Tony Oates (Lois), Michael Newkirk
and Daryl Newkirk all of Newburgh. She is also survived by eight sisters:
Joyce Simms (Herbert) of Modena, NY, Glenda Gantt, Dorothy Black (Jethro),
Peggy Smith (Horace), all of Newburgh, Mary Goodman (James) of Salemburgh,
NC, Michelle Howard (Vasco) of Clinton, NC, Bonnie Dawkins (Larry) and
Helen Brown (Aston) of Orlando, FL. She will be greatly missed by her six
loving grandchildren: Solay Newkirk, Sorell Newkirk, Jr., Na-jier Monroe,
Ja-ier Morris, Jade' Morris, Amir Jean-Baptiste and a host of nieces,
nephews and friends. Brenda Newkirk's children and grandchildren all
wanted to say that they will always love their mom and she will always be
in their hearts and never forgotten. Visitation will be Friday, February
6, from 10-11 a.m. at Living In Jesus Ministry, 119 Rev. James L. Best
Place, Newburgh, NY. Service will begin at 11 a.m. with Pastor Herman
Hubbard officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Middlehope,
NY. Rhodes Funeral Home, 259 Walsh Ave., New Windsor, NY entrusted with
professional services.


Puzzo, Natalie 4/13/1964 - 5/20/2007 43 of Land O’ Lakes passed away
Sunday, May 20, 2007. She was born in West Point, NY and moved to Florida
20 years ago. She is survived by her life partner and best friend of 10
years, Jomarie Mercurio of Land O’ Lakes; her mother: Maria Puzzo of
Spring Hill and her sister: Sandra Sommers of Spring Hill. A celebration
of her life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday. Family will receive
friends one hour prior to the service Loyless Funeral Home
Rothstein, David A. of Wallkill, Owner of ALBRO HVAC Supply of Newburgh
and Mahopac, entered into rest Saturday, January 14, 2012 in Columbia
Presbyterian Medical Center. He was 48. Son of the late Albert and
Eleanore (Bluestein) Rothstein, he was born January 13, 1964 in Newburgh,
NY. David attended Newburgh schools and was a graduate of Newburgh Free
Academy and SUNY Farmingdale. He is survived by his wife, Cara (Auerbach)
Rothstein, at home; his son, Matthew Rothstein at home; siblings, Larry
Rothstein and his wife, Gina Mazzarelli of New Windsor, Mark Rothstein and
his wife, Mary Ann of Montgomery, Shari Franco and her husband, Thomas of
New Windsor; brothers-in law and sisters-in law Bart and Jill Auerbach of
Los Angeles, and Jill and William Cline of Newburgh; nieces: Molly Franco,
Eliana Rothstein, Haley Rothstein and Callie Cline and nephews: Sam
Franco, Adam Franco, Ethan Franco and Will Cline. A Funeral Service will
be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, January 17 at Temple Beth Jacob, 290 North
Street, Newburgh, with Rabbi Larry Freedman officiating. Burial will
follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newburgh. In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions in David's memory may be made to the American Cancer
Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123. (Listed in Camera Shy)



Sharp,
Peter died suddenly on 1/6/98


Williams, Reginald Lewis "Reggie" a lifelong resident of Newburgh,
entered into eternal rest Monday, January 9, 2012 at St Luke's Cornwall
Hospital, Newburgh Campus. He was 48. Reggie, as he was well known by, was
born November 16, 1963 in Newburgh, NY. He was the son of Danedith
Williams and the late JC Williams Sr. He attended Newburgh Free Academy
(graduated in 1982, see Camera Shy) and was a forklift operator for
Quality Carton for the past 11 years. Our father always had our backs,
whether we were right or wrong. Daddy always kept us laughing and a smile
on our face. Daddy, we are going to miss you with all our hearts. We love
you daddy, even though you are gone, you will always be here in spirit.
Love always, your children. Survivors include two daughters, Shawna Brown
(David), and Shalese Williams; two sons, Reginald Williams Jr., and Romero
Williams; sister, Regina Williams, all of Newburgh; five brothers: JC
Williams Jr (Anne) of Clinton, NC, David T. Williams (Evelyn) of Orlando,
FL, Gregory Williams of Cincinnatti, OH, and Charles Williams (Maria) of
Plattekill, NY, as well as a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and
friends. Our father had a very special uncle (uncle Willie Frank), and a
very special best friend (Tony Knight). He was predeceased by his father,
JC Williams; two sisters, Diana Williams and Marilyn Williams, and
brother, Michael Williams. Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday,
January 17, 2012 at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 20 Briggs Way,
Newburgh. Services will be at 11 a.m. at the church. Reverend Dr. Coleman
Briggs will officiate. Interment will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery,
Middlehope, NY. Professional services were entrusted to Rhodes Funeral
Homes, 259 Walsh Ave., New Windsor, NY 12553. "Committed To Being The Very
Best". Call us anytime at 845-569-1233. (Listed in Camera Shy)