Banks, Cheryl - Class of 1974 - Fran Olson Gustafson 1965 03/Feb/2023
NFA Class of 1974 Memorial Page
Adams,
Anne Barbara died on August 16, 2014, in Ithaca, NY. She was 58 years
old. Annie was born in Hanover, NH on July 31, 1956 to El and Barbara Block
Adams. She graduated from Newburgh Free Academy in Newburgh, NY, fourth in
her class. She earned a bachelor's degree from Cornell University in English
and Latin, and a J.D. from Rutgers School of Law-Newark. Her father died in
1993. She is survived by her mother of Newburgh, NY and her siblings: Steve
of New Windsor, NY; Amy and her husband, Howie Elterman of Brooklyn, NY; and
Sam and his wife, Barbara, and their children, Aaron and Shira, of New
Rochelle, NY. She leaves behind her beloved partner of 25 years, Lyn
Donohue, and their home in Ithaca, NY. Annie will be mourned by her good
friends, Peggy McKernan, Sue Levine, Elizabeth Schneider, and Cherie Donlin,
among many others. Annie loved dogs, and had several beloved pets, leaving a
sad Miss Peabody for Lyn. All animals, plants and the earth were precious to
Annie, and she campaigned against cruelty to animals, including road kill
and factory farming. Over the years, she created large signs warning "BE
CAREFUL OF ANIMALS". Sometimes made of wood and stuffed animals, the signs
were planted by the road in front of her and Lyn's house, and her neighbor,
Peggy's. Annie was passionate about saving the earth from pollution and the
destructive exploitation of its resources. She was an advocate for food
products unadulterated with chemicals and antibiotics. Annie had enormous
energy, until illnesses began to take over her body. She painted amazing
constellations on the ceiling of her bedroom, bright stars against an indigo
blue sky. She brought light into every room and love into every person she
met. She especially enjoyed the families she helped as a crossing guard at
Belle Sherman Elementary School. Her wit and intelligence remained strong
until the end. Annie gave her many paintings to friends and family. She drew
two books of humorous cartoons, Microbes and Chemotherapy, that she revised
and improved until she could no longer hold a pen. She enlisted everyone who
came to visit her in Hospicare to help collate and edit them. The
chemotherapy cartoons are a testament to her courage, grace and sense of
humor during her very difficult and painful cancer treatment. Additionally,
with the help of her friend, Peggy, she finished writing her memoir. How she
had time to be sick is a wonder. Annie's absence leaves a great emptiness in
our lives, but her spirit will live in our hearts. We send heartfelt thanks
to the chemotherapy nurses of the Cayuga Medical Center and to the staff of
Hospicare. Arrangements are being made by Lansing Funeral Home, with burial
at Greensprings Natural Cemetery on Wednesday, August 20, at 1:00 p.m.
Contributions in Annie's memory may be made to Hospicare Palliative Care
Services, 172 E. King Road, and/or the SPCA of Tompkins County, 1640 Hanshaw
Road, both in Ithaca, NY 14850.
Andrews, Kimberly - Born Feb. 1, 1956
Died Jan. 1976 
Beckwith, Linda
Beretta, Denise Ann Scandurra, "Kinsey" a lifetime resident of Newburgh,
entered into rest on Saturday, September 28, 2013. She was 57. Daughter of
the late John and MaryJane (Sabella) Beretta, she was born January 7, 1956
in Newburgh. Truly a family minded person with a heart of gold, Denise
spent 35 years of marriage to John and was known for her friendship and
family values throughout the region. She along with John raised four
wonderful children that all still reside in the Newburgh area. Denise was
known for her sincere and practical ways and will be remembered fondly.
Her love for animals was apparent from the 3 cats (Lucky, Little Girl and
Baby Cat) and a dog (Charlie) who she adopted. Denise was a graduate of
Newburgh Free Academy, Class of 1974, and possessed a NYS license in
Cosmetology. She was currently a Medical Secretary for Dr. Drew
Richman.Survivors include her husband, John C. Scandurra, at home;
daughter, Autumn B. Scandurra & her companion Mason Bell; sons, John J
Scandurra, Ryan J Scandurra & his companion Irma Cardona, & Eric
M. Scandurra; sister Carol Beretta Hague and her husband Albert; her
mother-in-law Joan Scandurra and nieces & nephews, Paula Hague Romaine
& her husband Gregory, Jeff Ludlow & his wife Lisa, Michael Ludlow
& his wife Jackie, Brian Ludlow & his wife Julie, Joseph Crone and
Oliver Hurt. Visitation will be held from 4-8 pm on Thursday, October 3 at
Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial
will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, October 4 in St. Mary's Church,
Marlboro, with burial following in St. Mary's Cemetery, Marlboro.
Bertero, Laura Ann Capitano, born March 18, 1957 entered into rest on
December 27, 2014 at Orange Regional Medical Center surrounded by her
loving family. She is the daughter of Lillian and Richard Bertero, of New
Windsor, NY. Laurie was a graduate of Newburgh Free Academy. She worked as
a secretary at West Point and then was a waitress at Perkins and the
Colonial Diner in Middletown, NY for several years. Laurie later was an
employee of the Mid - City Transit bus company for ten years as a driver.
She loved to travel and take vacations. What she enjoyed most was spending
time with her family, especially her two children and her three dogs and
cat. Laurie was a kind hearted and loving person. She was loved by many,
especially her family and will be deeply missed. Surviving are her two
children: daughter, Alexis Capitano and son, Trever Capitano, both of Las
Vegas, NV, formerly of Port Jervis, NY; her mother, Lillian Bertero of New
Windsor, NY, siblings: Debra Marotta of New Windsor, NY, Stephen Bertero
of Wappingers Falls, NY and Aimee Bertero of Cornwall, NY. She had many
nieces and nephews from New York, Pennsylvania and California. She was
predeceased by her father, Richard Bertero in 2012. Visitation will be
held from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, December 30th at Quigley
Brothers Funeral Home, 337 Hudson St., Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY. Mass will
be celebrated Wednesday; the time is to be announced. Burial will follow
at St. Francis Cemetery in New Windsor, NY.
Boykin, Charlie 
Briscoe, Gary - Gary Briscoe, Born June 15, 1954
Died Aug. 1978 in Newburgh
Brown,
Brenda - I was looking for a girl I knew in high school.
She died of cancer not long after. Her name is Brenda Brown. 
Budney, Susan - NFA Class of 1974 passed away today (March 6, 2011) in
Newburgh, N.Y. after a long battle with cancer. Submitted by Jean Budney
Goldman <goldmans96@embarqmail.com>
My beautiful sister passed away on March 6, 2011 of cancer. She was the
best person I've ever known and her passing leaves a hole in my heart and
in the hearts of anyone who had the fortune to know her. I will love you
forever, Susie.
Camerino,
Nicholas - Nick passed away on May 26, 2011 after a 3 year battle
with cancer. He is survived by his wife Kathy and sons Christopher and
Zachary and had lived for the past 15 years in North Carolina. Born August
12, 1956 and died in Concord (Cabarrus) NC. on May 26, 2011
Campbell, William
Clark, Mark Edward of Marlboro, a Water Plant Operator for the Town of
Newburgh, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2006 at St. Luke's Cornwall
Hospital, Newburgh. He was 51. Son of John W. and June C. Lozier Clark, he
was born September 20, 1955 in Newburgh. Mark was especially proud of his
grandfather, John Clark Sr., who helped build Our Lady of the Lake Chapel;
where he served as an alter boy during his youth. He loved his dog Angel
and motorcycle racing. Mark will be dearly missed by his entire family and
his longtime friend George Smith. He is survived by his loving parents at
home; his wife Judy and their daughter Kimberly at home; his brothers,
David of Highland, Richard of Virginia and Michael and his wife Kathryn of
Montgomery; his sister, Gail Carfizzi of Newburgh; his nieces and nephews,
Walter Marvel and his wife Susan, Patrick and Christopher Carfizzi,
Carrie, Richard James "RJ", and Meghan Clark. He was predeceased by his
brother-in-law, Pasquale Carfizzi.Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. on
Thursday, April 13 at Brooks-DiDonato Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Avenue,
Newburgh. A Funeral Service will take place at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 14
at Our Lady of the Lake Chapel, Newburgh. Cremation will take place at
Cedar Hill Crematory. Interment of ashes will take place in Cedar Hill
Cemetery. To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral
home, please visit Brooks-DiDonato.com, or call (845)-561-8300
Cooper, Joslyn 
Corwin,
David W. of Newburgh, entered into rest on Friday, July 10, 2009 at home.
He was 52. Son of the late Wilbur and Katherine Griffin Corwin, he was
born on August 5, 1956 in Newburgh. Dave was a graduate of Newburgh Free
Academy. He was employed as a custodial engineer at North Junior High in
the Newburgh Enlarged City School District. "Dave was a beloved brother
and uncle who shall be very sadly missed!" He is survived by his loving
brother, James Corwin and his wife, Mare of Newburgh; sister, Cheryl
(Corwin) Vandermark and her husband, Tom of Wallkill; nieces and nephews:
John Vandermark, Kyle Vandermark, Sydney Corwin, Kaylee Gileski and
Christian Gileski. Visitation will be held from 7-9 p.m. on Monday, July
13, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney, Ave., Newburgh. A prayer service
will take place at 8:30 p.m. A graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m.
on Tuesday, July 14, at Woodlawn Cemetery, New Windsor.
Crawford,
Michael P passed away on Dec. 21,2009 in Daytona Beach, Fl. of natural
causes. He was a 1974 graduate of NFA. He was the son of the late James P.
and Elizabeth Crawford. He is predeceased by his brother James, class of
69, who passed away on Oct.28,2009, and a brother Timothy James. 
Crudele, Lisa I. Duval, of Jay Street died Sunday at Vassar Hospital,
Poughkeepsie. Born May 8, 1956 in Newburgh, she was the daughter of
Anthony J. Crudele and Irene Allen Crudele. She was the wife of Richard A.
Duval. Survivors include her widower, her paternal grandparents, Nicandro
Crudele and Anna Altopeldi, both of New Windsor, his parents, town of
Newburgh, three brothers, Marc Crudele, Anthony, and Nicandro, all of the
town of Newburgh, one sister, Rene Schapple of California. Friends may
call Thursday afternoon and evening at the Coloni Funeral Home, Route 9W,
New Windsor. Services will be held Friday at Sacred Heart Church. In
Poughkeepsie, on Sunday, December 22, 1965 entered into rest, Lisa I.
Crudele Duval, age 29, wife of Richard A. Duval of 8 Jay Street, New
Windsor and daughter of Anthony and Irene Allen Crudele. The Mass of the
Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, December 27, 1985 at Sacred
Heart Church at 11 AM to which relatives and friends are invited.
Interment Calvary Cemetery by Dominick and Richard Coloni and Son. 
Dabaco, Gregg passed away. He joined the Navy in his
senior year at NFA
Dawes,
Myron Michael "Mickey" 
Donahue, Joe
Donovan,
Nancy L. - Born on 11/9/56 - 10/3/97 - beloved mother.
Dooley,
Michael of the Town of Newburgh, passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2011
after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was 55 years old. Son
of Florence Celano Dooley and the late Donald C. Dooley, he was born in
Cornwall, NY on February 28, 1956. He is survived by his wife, Melinda
Ferguson Dooley, whom he married on October 2, 1976; son, Evan Dooley;
daughter, Emily Dooley; sisters, Linda Mangan of New Windsor, MaryEllen
Payne of Greensville, SC, Susan Owen of Anderson, SC; four nephews, four
nieces; one great-niece; and several cousins. Michael was a welder by
trade, and his wrought iron railings and decorative doors grace many area
homes and businesses. In 1990, he turned his welding talents to the field
of education and became a welding instructor for Orange-Ulster BOCES. This
was where he found his true calling. Over the years, his guys, as he
called them, made sculptures which stand for all to enjoy, such as Outside
the Box in front of the Career and Technical Education building in Goshen
and the Tree of Knowledge at the NYS Education Department. During his 20
years at BOCES, he was a Team Leader for Special Projects, a VICA Advisor,
a ROPES Program High Course Instructor and National Technical Honor
Society Committee Member. In 2005, Michael won the Tech Valley Innovative
Educator Award for the collaborative Hovercraft project. Michael was a
classic car enthusiast and enjoyed working on his Corvette, Porsche and
Triumph Spitfire. However, his greatest love was boating and the hours he
spent at the Newburgh Yacht Club, which he joined on 1986. Over his many
years of membership there, he served as a member of the Board of
Directors, as Purser and as Fleet Captain. Memorial Visitation will be
held from 2-5 p.m. on Saturday, June 4 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney
Ave., Newburgh, NY. In lieu of flowers, scholarship donations may be made
to Orange-Ulster BOCES CTEC Fund, 53 Gibson Rd., Goshen, NY 10924 or
Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Administrative Offices, 800
Stony Brook Ct., Newburgh, NY 12550. To send a personal condolence or for
directions, please visit www.BrooksFH.com
or call 845-561-8300.
Dutcher, Stephen - Born July 10,
1956 Died Dec. 29, 2005
Fescoe, John J. Jr. of Marlboro, NY, entered into eternal peace on March
13, 2009. He was 54 years young. The son of the late John Sr. and
Frances Shaw Fescoe, John was born February 10, 1955 in Newburgh, NY,
the youngest of three children. John spent his early years growing up in
New Windsor and later made his home in Marlboro with his wife, Mary, and
their two children, John III and Meghan. An avid sportsman, John spent
much of his life either playing sports or as he got older, coaching. As
a young man, John had numerous awards for baseball and was an
outstanding pitcher for New Windsor Little League. He played on several
championship teams. When not on a baseball field or basketball court,
John spent cherished moments fishing with his dad. So many times he
shared their fishing stories with his friends & family. John also
was active in the Quassaick Fire Department for several years before
moving to Marlboro. On July 10, 1982, John married the love of his life,
Mary V. Gregorec Fescoe. Together, they had two beautiful children, John
III & Meghan Elizabeth. It was as his children grew, John took his
knowledge of sports and shared it as a coach for his children as well as
countless children in Marlboro & Newburgh. Some of John's favorite
memories and stories that always put a smile on his face were coaching
his son's little league teams and his C.Y.O. basketball teams. He also
coached Meghan's softball and basketball teams. The most precious memory
John spoke of was when he and the late Joe Toombs started and coached
the baseball team "The Marlboro Mutts". John's dream was truly just to
get a group of kids together, play some baseball and have fun. Anyone
who knew John, coached with John or played for John always knew that it
never mattered about winning or losing, it was just about having fun. In
his later years John took tremendous pride in following his daughter
Meghan around the east coast with her A.A.U. basketball team, always
pride gleaming from his eyes. Family was John's life. Even though he
battled cancer for ten years, he never once said "why me" or gave up
hope. Anyone close to John drew strength from his courage. John is
survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Mary, at home. His son, John
III has lost his idol and his loving daughter, Meghan, who worshiped her
dad, has lost her hero. He was Meghan's world and it's hard to imagine
going on without him. John is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Beverly
Leslie and her husband, Robert of Dorsett, VT; his mother-in-law &
father-in-law, Frank & Betty Gregorec; his sisters-in-law, Mrs.
Barbara Fescoe, and Susan Madaia and her husband, Mike; his
brother-in-law, Frank; nephews, Mathew Madaia and Michael Madaia and his
wife Teri; several nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous friends. His
constant companions, Jake & Reese will be lost without him. John was
predeceased by his older brother, Robert Fescoe. The family will be
present to receive friends today, Monday, March 16, from 4-8 p.m. at
Coloni Funeral Home, 3001 Rt. 9W, New Windsor, NY 12553. A Mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 17, at 11 a.m., at
Our Lady of Mercy in Rosten, NY. Burial will be private. In lieu of
flowers, the family would like donations to be made to Memorial
Sloane-Kettering Hospital, PO Box 27106, New York, NY 10087-7106 or St.
Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105
Fisher, Valerie
Fletcher, Linda Ann Barrera, of Boling, a two and one-half year resident
of the area and former longtime resident of Newburgh, died Tuesday, July
11, 2000, in a Wharton hospital, following a brief illness. She was 43.
She was born July 5, 1957, in Newburgh, the daughter of Thomas and Joan
Bartal Fletcher. She married Raymundo G. Barrera on March 17, 2000, in
Needville, Texas. She was Catholic by faith. Survivors include her
husband, Ray Barrera of Boling, Texas; one daughter, Melissa Fletcher of
Newburgh; her mother, Joan Fletcher of New Windsor; one sister, Sharon
Barrera of Boling, Texas; and three nephews, Blas III, Zachery and
Brendan Barrera. She was predeceased by her father, Thomas A. Fletcher;
and her grandparents, Edith and Henry Bartal and Arthur and Adele
Fletcher. Graveside services and burial were held Friday, July 14, in
Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery, Wharton, Texas. Father Joe Vrana of
Holy Family Catholic Church officiated. Arrangements under the direction
of Wharton Funeral Home, Wharton, Texas.
Guyett, Ailene A. Toback of Newburgh, owner of Studio 52 in Newburgh and
lifetime area resident, entered into rest on Thursday, May 24, 2007 in
Westchester Medical Center. She was 51. Daughter of the late Theodore
and Alice Johnson Guyett, she was born March 17, 1956 in Newburgh.
Ailene was a loving wife, mother, sister and aunt. Her smile and bubbly
personality will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her
husband, best friend and soul mate, Charlie Toback, at home; her
daughter, Marissa Doehla; her son, Michael Doehla; sister, Kim Procaro
and her husband Ronald Pucino; sisters-in law, Renee Woods, Gloria
Toback and her husband Larry Waldman, and Linda Petterson and her
husband Larry; niece, Dana Procaro; and nephews, Anthony and Steven
Guzzo. Memorial Visitation will be held from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 29
at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave. Newburgh. A service will be held
at 8:30 on Tuesday evening in the funeral home. Cremation will be in
Cedar Hill Crematory, Newburgh. To send a personal condolence or for
directions to the funeral home, please visit BrooksFH.com, or call
845-561-8300.
Hearns,
Paul Arthur Jr., 50, a hypergolic technician with United Space Alliance,
passed away Thursday, August 10, 2006. Paul was born in West Point, N.Y.
He was a graduate of Newburgh Free Academy, Newburgh, and Colorado
Aerotech. He was a member of the Moonport Modelers and was an active
builder of model planes. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul A.
Hearns, Sr. Paul is survived by his son, Paul Martin Hearns of
Titusville, Fla.; daughters, Holly K. Hearns of Maitland and Jessica
Krasovic and her husband, Dustin of Patrick Air Force Base, Fla.;
sister, Kathy Collins and her husband, Carl of North Myrtle Beach, S.C.;
brother, Patrick J. Hearns of Newburgh; mother, Blanche Hearns of
Newburgh; and numerous nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held
from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, August 18, 2006 at North Brevard Funeral Home.
Services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, August 19, 2006 in the
funeral home chapel In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made
to the S.P.C.A. of North Brevard. North Brevard Funeral Home in
Titusville has been entrusted with arrangements.
Hooks, Charlene
Hubbard, Janice Vernett Walker a 53 year resident of Newburgh passed
this life on to glory to be in the presence of Jesus Christ, on Sunday,
November 21, 2010 at St. Lukes Hospital Newburgh Campus. She was 54. The
daughter of Herman Hubbard, Ruby Sims Stevens and the late Mother Zelma
Hubbard, she was born January 13, 1956 in Lake Wales, FL. Janice
attended Duville Nursing College in Buffalo, and became a Licensed
Practical Nurse, which she worked faithfully and diligently for over 25
years. She leaves to cherish her legacy, twins, Brittany and Brett
Walker of Newburgh; father, Herman Hubbard of Newburgh; mother, Ruby
Stevens of Middletown; brothers, Ray Hubbard of Newburgh, Michael
Bobbitt (Theresa) of Columbus, OH, Ivory Hubbard (Gretchen) of Newburgh,
Matthew Bobbitt of Maryland, Mark Bobbitt (Carmen) of Beacon, and Joe
Stevens of Middletown; sisters: Zellee Franklin (Marcus) of Newburgh,
Michele Bobbitt of Philadelphia, PA, Bridgette Sisco of Los Angeles, CA,
Debrah McMillian (Robert) of Newburgh, DeeDee Jemerson (Robert) of
Newburgh, Marsha Bobbitt (Stanley) of Peekskill, and Janice White of
Newburgh; devoted friend, Irene Scott-Bethea of Newburgh, and John and
Jane Kramer, pastors of America by Faith Ministry in Portland, ME, where
she worshipped for many years. She is also survived by a host of nieces,
nephews, cousins and many friends. She was predeceased by her maternal
and paternal grandparents; mother, Zelma Hubbard; sister, Gwendlyn
Steven Mensah, and nieces, Praise and Kayla Bobbitt. Visitation will be
held on Sunday, November 28, from 5 to 6 p.m., at House of Refuge DTRM
127-131 Broadway, Newburgh, with Services to begin at 6 p.m. at the
church. Pastor Herman Hubbard will officiate. Burial will be Monday,
November 29, at 10 a.m., in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Middle Hope.
Hunger, Lawrence "Larry" 58, of Walden, NY, passed away on Tuesday,
September 30,2014 after a brave battle with cancer. He was born in
Brooklyn, NY on August 19,1956 to Leonard and Lucy Hunger. A graduate of
Newburgh Free Academy, Larry spent many years working as a machine
operator in the Newburgh area. He loved to read as well as write,
completing multiple movie scripts, novels and short stories over his
life. He was a passionate sports fan, including the Giants and Knicks,
as well as his beloved Mets. A loving father, husband and brother, Larry
is survived by his wife Sharon, son Matthew, brother Michael and sister
Iris. His wonderful spirit and life will be celebrated at a memorial
service to occur at 1:00 PM on October 20,2014 at Doulin Newburgh
Funeral Home Inc. 318 N. Montgomery St. Newburgh, NY 12550 (845)
562-0068 In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kaplan Family
Hospice Residence 800 Stonybrook Ct. Newburgh, NY 12550 www.DoulinFH.com
Kraiza, John Anthony of Bloomingburg, NY passed away on Saturday, June
9, 2012 at Orange Regional Medical Center Middletown, NY, he was 55.
John was the son of Joseph M. and the late Aurora Mae Gozza Kraiza. He
was born on July 27, 1956 in Newburgh, NY. John was an avid lover of
music, working as a disc jockey under the name "Johnny Angel" throughout
the Hudson Valley. John enjoyed riding his motorcycle and working with
rescued dogs. John is survived by his father, Joseph and his
step-mother, Patricia Kraiza of New Windsor; three brothers: Gary Kraiza
and his wife, Barbara of Fort Myers, FL, Kevin Kraiza of Danville, PA,
and Eric Kraiza of West Babylon, Long Island; his nephew, Stephen
Kraiza; nieces, Julia and Allissa Kraiza of Chandler, AZ. In addition to
his mother John is predeceased by one brother, Joseph Kraiza Jr.
Graveside services will be 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 21, 2012 in Calvary
Cemetery New Windsor, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may
be made to Mountain Rottie Rescue, P.O. Box 109, Monticello, NY 12701.
Arrangements are under the care of Anthony V. Cracolici of the Hudson
Valley Funeral Home Inc.
Kinsman, Mary Koodish 51, of East Brunswick, NJ, Formerly of Newburgh, NY
gently passed into the arms of the Angels early Monday morning at Robert
Wood Johnson Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ after a courageous battle with
multiple sclerosis. She was predeceased by her father, Edward Kinsman and
her mother, Concetta Spaziani Kinsman. She was born on Governor's Island,
NY, and had lived in Newburgh graduating in 1974. She continued her
education at Fordham University, Mt. Saint Mary College and Rutgers
University. She taught ESL in Bridgeton and in New Brunswick, NJ. She
loved teaching and earned her Master's degree in Adult Education claiming,
"When my students grow up, they may still need me!" She retired in 1996.
She was a member of the St. Bartholomew community of East Brunswick, NJ.
She loved spending time camping and boating with her family at Lake
George, NY. She is survived by her beloved husband Barry and their two
sons, Justin and Greg; her sister, Loretta and her husband, Jeffrey Kelley
and their daughters, Christine, Megan, Jacqueline; a brother, Larry
Kinsman of New Hampshire; aunt, Sister Francesca of Newfield, NJ, and many
other in-laws, aunts and several cousins. A funeral mass will be held
Thursday, October 16, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. at Bartholomew's Roman
Catholic Church in East Brunswick, NJ. You can contact her family at FourKoos@aol.com
Knight, Regina
Lavender, Patricia Born Sept. 17,
1956 Died Dec. 21, 1999
Lewis, Audrey Ernestine - Our beloved Audrey departed on the afternoon of
Wednesday, May 27, 2015. She was 60 years old. The daughter of Arthur and
Doretha Mae Lewis, she was born February 3, 1955 in Newburgh. Audrey is
survived by seven brothers and sisters and a host of nieces and nephews.
She will be loved and cherished eternally! Visitation will he held from 2
to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 30 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave.,
Newburgh. A Service will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. at the funeral home
following visitation. Arrangements under the care of Brooks Funeral Home.
To send a personal condolence, please visit www.Brooksfh.com or call
845-561-8300.
Lord, Henry J III, 19. of 42 Coach Lane, Newburgh, NY died
suddenly Jan, 1976 at St. Luke's Hospital. Born in Newburgh. July 2.
1956. He was the son of Henry J Lord II and Jeanne Gomes Lord. Employed
by the Costa Beverage Company, Lord was a l974 Newburgh Free Academy
graduate. Survivors include his parents, one brother Fausto, three
sisters Paula Jean, Viola and Tina Marie all at home, maternal
grandparents Fausto and Pauline Maniscalco Gomes of Newburgh and
paternal grandparents, Henry and Viola Dayton Lord of New Windsor.
Friends may call Tuesday at the Colony Funeral Home. Mass will be
Wednesday at the Sacred Heart Church - Born July 2,
1956 Died Jan. 1976
Maselli, Nina Ann of Newburgh, entered into rest on Monday, January 1,
2007 in Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla, N.Y. She was 50. Daughter
of Mary Jean and the late Nicholas D. Maselli, she was born February 28,
1956 in Newburgh, N.Y. She graduated from NFA in 1974 and was employed
by Felix Associates in the Bronx, N.Y. as head of the Accounting
Department. She will always be remembered for her wonderful sense of
humor, her love of life, and will be sadly missed by all who love her.
She is survived by her mother, Mary Jean, at home; brothers, John of
Newburgh, Dominic and his wife, Phylliss of Fishkill, and Gary Griffin
of Auburn; sisters: Mary of Manhattan, Agnes Bellody and her husband,
William of South Windsor, Conn., Anita DiMauro and her husband,
Salvatore of Glastonbury, Conn.; sister-in-law, Barbara, widow of
Nicholas D. Masselli, Jr.; cousin, Daniel J. Wagner and his wife, Sandra
of Newburgh; a dear Godson, Edward Johnson of Springfield, Mass.; loving
Goddaughters: Sarah Rasha, Lyla, And Dina Mhoud, of Newburgh; and many
nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. on
Thursday, January 4, 2007 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave.,
Newburgh, N.Y. A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 5, at
Brooks Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery,
Newburgh. To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral
home, please visit BrooksFH.com, or call 845-561-8300.
Maskey,
Stanley C. Jr. of the Hamlet of Wallkill, N.Y. a warehouse supervisor
for AMPAC Paper Company in Walden, died Monday, November 18, 2002 at
home. He was 46. The son of the late Stanley and Marie Maskey, he was
born in Newburgh, October 23, 1956. He attended St. Paul's Church in
Bullville. Survivors include his son, Stanley Maskey III of Wallkill;
and his daughter, Danielle Maskey of Wallkill. Visitation will be held
from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, November 21, at White and Venuto Funeral
Home, 188 North Plank Road (Rte. 32), Newburgh. A prayer service will be
held at 8 p.m., Thursday, November 21, at the funeral home, with Father
Pat McGuigan officiating. Family and friends will gather at 2:30 p.m.,
Friday, November 22 at the funeral home and then they will attend a
committal service at Woodlawn Cemetery, Rte. 94, New Windsor. In lieu of
flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis
Society, Southern New York Chapter, 2 Ganett Drive, Suite LC, White
Plains, NY 10604. Arrangements were made by White and Venuto Funeral
Home, Newburgh.
Mueller, Richard "Rick" A. 53, of Millbrook, NY, died July 7, 2010 at
Vassar Bothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY after a long battle
with ALS. He was born on September 28, 1956 in Newburgh, NY to Richard
and Theresa Moglia Mueller. On July 7, 2003 in Colorado, he married
Deborah A. DuBois. Mrs. DuBois-Mueller survives at home. He was employed
by IBM in East Fishkill as a Senior Technician for over 30 years. Rick
was an avid softball player having played for many years in various
Orange and Dutchess County leagues. He was a fan of the Chicago Bears
having made Sunday's a family affair during the football season. Rick
and his wife Debbie took great pride in their Saddlebrook Acres Horse
Farm in Millbrook enjoying Horsemanship and the outdoors. In addition to
his wife, Debbie, survivors include two daughters, Jessica L. Marshall
of Poughkeepsie and Deanna L. DuBois of Millbrook; a son, Brandon T.
Mueller of Poughkeepsie; his mother, Theresa Mueller of Cape Coral, FL;
two sisters, Andrea McKay of Central Valley and Brenda Kurz of Cape
Coral, FL; three nieces: Crystal Kurz, Amber Kurz, and Rachel McKay; and
a nephew Eddie McKay. He was predeceased by his father, Richard Mueller,
in 1997. Calling hours will be held Friday, July 9, from 2 to 4 and 6 to
8 p.m. at the Allen Funeral Home, 3270 Franklin Ave., Millbrook. Funeral
services will be held 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 10, at the funeral home.
Burial will follow in Nine Partners Cemetery, Millbrook.
Petrillo, Joe
Petro, Augustus William Sr., known by his family and friends as "Gus",
died peacefully on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at the age of 57. Gus led
a remarkable life that brought countless people together through his
depth of love for people and music. He was a true artist and a creative,
talented composer, guitarist, bass player, and craftsman. His memory
lives on through his creations, whether his anthology of songs or the
connection he forged with his family and friends. He was a loving
father, always letting his children grow and discover their strengths,
standing by them no matter what. He was a deep and caring companion, and
a great friend who knew how to make you laugh. In his 40 years of
writing and performing music he was included in numerous bands and
projects. He began playing acoustic duos with his brother, Bill, which
led to other groups such as "Vintage", "August Sun", "Hee-Say", "Blues
Inc" and "Goodbye Tomorrow" to name a few. He was a musical inspiration
and was truly happy when performing with his closest friends and band
mates. Gus is survived by his loving fiancee, Dawn Jack, and four
children: Lisa Petro, Gus Petro, Jr. and wife, Vanessa, Kelly Petro, and
Joshua Koole and his wife, Summer. He is also survived by his mother,
Shirley Petro; brothers, William Petro, Jr. and his wife, Chiara, Robert
Petro and his wife, Nina, and sister, Linda Horaz and her husband, Rich.
Gus has also left behind two wonderful grandchildren he loved dearly,
Jayda Marie Kessler and Kash Caleb Koole, along with nieces, nephews and
many friends. He was predeceased by his father, William Petro, Sr. Gus
was a free spirit and left a huge impact on the people who knew him on
this earth. In lieu of services, a celebration of his life will be held
on Friday, November 9, from 5 to 9 p.m. at My Place, 911 Little Britain
Rd., New Windsor, NY. Funeral arrangements by Kevin Quigley of Quigley
Bros. Funeral Home, Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY. www.quigleybros.com/
Poole, Eric Born May 29, 1956
Died Oct. 1976
Porter,
Patricia Carolyn Green of Newburgh, N.Y. an employee for Lake St.
Association, died Tuesday, August 26, 2003 at Vassar Brothers Hospital,
Poughkeepsie. She was 48. The daughter of the late Charles Porter and
Ruth Demskie Porter, she was born March 7, 1955 in Newburgh. Survivors
include one son, Joseph Green of Newburgh; one daughter, Amanda Green of
Marlboro; two sisters, Retha West of Oregon, Laura MacDonald of Texas;
one brother, James Porter of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m., Friday, August 29 at the
Hudson Valley Funeral Home, 239 Quassaick Ave (Rte 94), New Windsor.
Funeral services will immediately follow the visitation at the funeral
home. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, New Windsor. Arrangements by
Hudson Valley Funeral Home Inc.
Racanelli,
Louis a lifelong resident of Newburgh and owner of Lo Rac Fuel
Corp., entered into rest September 1, 2010 at his home in Newburgh. He
was 54. He was born February 17, 1956 in New York City, the son of
Catherine Racanelli and the late Louis Racanelli. Survivors include his
mother, Catherine Racanelli of Newburgh; children: Lauren Catherine and
Louis P. Racanelli of Newburgh, fiance, Carolyn DeFiore of Newburgh and
her children, Dante and Devon DeFiore; his sister, Claire Racanelli of
NYC; nephew, James Martin Racanelli of Fort Lee, NJ; and numerous
extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Louis
Racanelli and brothers, Martin and James Racanelli. A family statement
reads: "Everyone who was blessed to know him, remembers Louie as a hard
working man who always put his family and friends first. He loved his
life here on earth and lived it to the fullest extent, traveling and
just buzzing around his hometown." There is no public viewing. A Mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 4, at 1 p.m.
at Sacred Heart Church in Newburgh. Burial will be in Cedar Hill
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice of Orange
& Sullivan Counties, Inc., 800 Stony Brook Court, Newburgh, NY
12550; 845-561-6111 or the A.L.S. Association of Greater NY, 42
Broadway, Suite 1724, New York, NY; 212-248-7838.
Rescoe, John
Rickett, Jasper - Born May 31, 1954
Died Oct. 28, 1994
Rodriguez, Hermer
Roller, Laura Ann Aulogia, 57, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2014
at her home in New Windsor. She died surrounded by her loving daughters
after a long battle with cancer. A dedicated mother, Laura was also a
counter manager for Lancôme Cosmetics, a bank teller at M&T Bank and
she worked for Plum Point Caterers, Lawrence Farms and Mister B’s. The
daughter of Irvin J. Roller and the late Stephanie (Cuccia) Roller,
Laura was born on February 19, 1956 in Newburgh. She was a parishioner
of Sacred Heart Church and also volunteered at St. Francis’ Soup Kitchen
in Newburgh. Laura was a beautiful, dedicated mother who continued to
shine even in the darkest of times. Her strength will forever live in
our hearts and be passed onto her three remarkable children. Laura is
survived by her loving daughters, Tara Ann Sauber & her partner,
Bryan Kubin, Erica Stephanie Aulogia and Dana Rose Aulogia, all of New
Windsor; her sisters, Lisa and her husband, Steve Fisch of Poughkeepsie,
Linda and her husband, Bruce Partington, of Clintondale and Lizabeth
& her husband, Alexander Averin of Poughkeepsie; grandchildren,
Paige Jordyn Kubin, Jaycie Raine Kubin and Weston Robert Kubin, all of
New Windsor; brother-in-law, Dean and his wife, Susan Walsh Aulogia of
New Windsor; sister-in-law, Marylou & Joey Vecchione of Pinehurst,
NC; nieces and nephews, Joseph Vecchione, Angela Vecchione, Katie
Aulogia, Christine Pagliaro, Robert Pagliaro, Cody Maher, Madeline
Maher, Nikolai Averin and Michael Averin. She was predeceased by her
mom, Stephanie Roller. Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm on Wednesday,
February 19, 2014 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh.
Funeral services will be held privately and at the convenience of the
family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Laura’s name may be
made to Erica & Dana Aulogia, PO Box 628, Vails Gate, NY 12553.
Royal, James Clayton Jr. (Bubby) of Newburgh, N.Y. ended life's journey
on Thursday, January 28, 2004 in the Bronx V.A. Hospital, Bronx, NY. He
was 51. James was the son of Roxie Willer Dean Monk and the late James
Clayton Royal Sr., born Dec. 20, 1952 in Newburgh. He attended Newburgh
schools graduating from NFA in 1974 where he was active in the drama
club and was drum major of the school's color guard. He also attended
Mount Saint Mary's College where he was part of the dance troupe. A
choreographer, he coordinated a dance troupe that performed at the
Newburgh Free Academy Black History Talent Show, The Water Front
Festival and in the city of Poughkeepsie, NY. Bubby marched with the
Commodores Marching Band playing the bass drum. He was active in the
Upward Bound program in the City of Newburgh, NY. Growing up he attended
the Mount Carmel Church of Christ, was a Sunday school student, sang in
the youth choir and was an active Disciple of Christ of Youth Fellowship
member. He won first prize in the Oratorical Contest in 1975. He
enlisted in the United States Navy in 1976, serving for twenty years,
retiring in August 1996 with an honorable discharge. Four of his twenty
years of duty were spent working in the United States Pentagon. After
retiring from the Navy, he remained in the Washington, D.C. are where he
united with the New Samaritan Baptist Church under the Pastorship of
Bishop Michael Kelsey. There he was active in the Male Usher Board,
Ushers Ministry and sang with the male chorus. He leaves to cherish his
memory his mother Roxie Royal of Newburgh, NY; two brothers, Dennis
Royal of Newburgh, NY and Anthony Royal of Albany, NY; two sisters Carol
Royal of Newburgh, NY and Shelly Brown of Fairfield, CA; her two uncles,
Walter Royal of Chicago, IL and Ester Royal of Oakland, California;
three aunts, Annie Bell McClaurin of Carollton, Maryland, Lula Mae
Mathis of Newburgh, NY and Mary (Royal) of California; one great aunt
and uncle, Dorothy Alleasie and Gordon Peterson both of North Carolina;
two devoted friends, Totsy Clark and Marie Williams, both of Washington,
D.C.; his church family at The New Samaritan Baptist Church; and a host
of nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by one brother.
Visitation will be on Friday, February 6, 2004 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at
the Mt. Carmel Church of Christ Disciples of Christ, Union Avenue,
Newburgh, NY. Services will be at the church at 7:00 PM with Elder
Thurmond Herring officiating. Burial will be in the Orange County
Veterans Cemetery, Goshen, NY. Arrangements were by the Brutus W. Hodge
Funeral Home.
Smith, Glenn Shelton Sr., 55 of Penns Grove, NJ, formerly of
Newburgh NY, passed away on November 17, 2011. Glenn was born May 3,
1956 in Kenansville, NC son of Jessie Marie Smith of Front Royal VA and
the late Samuel Smith, Sr. Glenn attended Duplin County, NC Public
Schools and later migrated to Newburgh NY in 1964 where he attended
Newburgh City Public Schools and graduated from the Newburgh Free
Academy. After graduating Glenn was employed by the Ford Motor Company
in Mahway NJ as a spot welder until the plant closed. Glenn was later
employed by IBM in East Fishkill as an engineer tech and held this
position until he became medically disabled. Glenn was the loving
husband of Sirila (Mayra) Smith. In addition to his wife and mother,
Jessie Marie Smith, he is survived by his children from his union with
Ester (Cissy) Smith; daughter, Shamara Jacobs and her husband Kenneth of
Newburgh NY and sons Glenn Jr. of Newburgh NY, Otto of San Diego, CA and
Jonathan of Newburgh NY; and eight grandchildren. From his union with
Sirila (Mayra) Smith, he is survived by daughters Glennisse and Jessie
Smith, as well as Yomayra Fortuna, Dayron Torres and Reylin Espinosa,
all of Penns Grove NJ. Glenn held special relationships with his nieces,
also know as "The Crew", Jessica Smith, Reginia Robinson, Clem Warren
and Leslie Smith-Burch of New Windsor NY; godmother Esther Williams; and
godson Kevin Smith. Glenn is predeceased by his father Samuel Smith,
Sr.; his brothers James Earl and Willie Smith, Sr and his sister
Clemetine McIntosh. Calling hours 9-11 a.m. Saturday, November 26, 2011
at Ebenezer Baptist Church 76 First St. Newburgh NY. Services 11 a.m.
ath the church Superintendent Richard L. Bryant of Soul Saving Station
C.O.G.I.C. will officiate. Interment at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Middlehope
NY. Services entrusted to Rhodes Funeral Homes 259 Walsh Avenue New
Windsor NY.
Smith, Margaret
Sprague,
Bruce Allen Palmer 51, of Lake Charles, La., died in New Orleans on June
1, 2007 of complications from open heart surgery. Mr. Sprague, an
electrician, is survived by his sisters: Donna M. McCarthy of San Diego,
Calif., Priscilla L. Sakal of Myrtle Beach, S.C., Nancy L. Lucowitz of
Lake Charles, La.; brother, Richard W. Sprague of Rockledge, Fla., and
numerous nephews, nieces and his stepdaughter, Heather Oxenrider of
Springfield, Mo. Mr. Sprague was born August 9, 1955 in Newburgh, N.Y.,
the son of the late Richard P. and Virginia S. (Wigglesworth) of
Melbourne, Fla. He graduated from Newburgh Free Academy in Newburgh, N.Y.,
in 1974. Prior to residing in Lake Charles, Mr. Sprague resided in
California, where he was employed at Stanford University for almost two
decades. Memorial services will be held 11:30 a.m., June 11, 2007 at
Gateway Church of God, 1815 Sam Houston Jones Parkway, Lake Charles, La. A
second memorial service will be held at noon, August 12, 2007 at
Popponesset Bay, Cape Cod, Mass. Since Bruce loved cats, the family
requests donations in lieu of flowers to: Animal Angels, PO Box 212,
Sulphur, LA 70664.
Trippe, Richard John was born in Brooklyn, NY on Jun. 14, 1956, entered
into rest on Mar. 4, 2011 and resided in Town of Newburgh, NY. Richard was
a beloved son, brother, and uncle has gone to God and His Son, our Saviour
Jesus Christ on March 4, 2011. Born on June 14, 1956, he was 54 years old.
He died in his sleep. We will miss him so much but we know in our hearts
that he is at peace with God our Father. He is happy, Richard was a
faithful man and knew that God would save him. A Christian Mass will be
offered at Our Lady of the Lake Chapel, Rt. 52,, Newburgh, N.Y. on Tuesday
March 8, 2011 at 2:00PM. Family and friends are invited to celebrate
Richards's life at the Mass and afterward at Youngest Brother Restaurant,,
310 Robinson Ave, Newburgh, NY between 4:00-6:00PM Richard's surviving
family members include his Mom, Anne Galati of the Town of Newburgh, his
brother, Rickey Trippe of Plattekill, his sisters; Suzanne Trippe-Hallisey
and Angela Trippe- Barbero of New Windsor and his nieces Patricia Trippe
and Crystal Anne Hallisey and nephew Stephen Trippe and Chris Westerman.
Richard was a great musician, the best drummer on skins. He was always
drumming and had music in his heart ever since he was a little boy. He was
a rock star at heart and we will also remember him as a cool guy who is
probably making music in heaven. He wrote many songs, thoughts, lyrics,
and stories. He loved writing things down. He loved his family, especially
his Mom, who always loved and cared for him. He took care of her as well,
until his death and always was coming home with little treats and gifts
for her. He loved animals, all animals and was especially enamored with
birds. He cared for his two beautiful birds in his home and all the birds
outside. He was a very beautiful soul with a huge heart. He would give to
everyone if he could, whether he knew you or not. Some of his favorite
things- pizza, pepsi, hagendaz, Hershey's chocolate bars, italian food. He
had a great sense of humor and always had his family and friends laugh at
his antics. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. We look
forward to the day we will meet again, and we are happy that he is happy,
carefree and at peace with God. Memorial donations can be made in
Richard's name to any charities that care for the homeless and hungry as
well as organizations that care for animals such as the ASPCA. These
donations would have pleased Richard.
Vallafane, Raphael Born Jan 21,
1956 Died June 14,1996
Winkler, Nancy Sue Walsh, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully Saturday
morning, March 8, 2014 after a two year battle with cancer. She was born in
Callicoon, NY on January 18, 1956 to Lawrence and Elaine Winkler. She grew
up in Newburgh, NY and later lived in Croton on Hudson and Montrose, NY.
Nancy graduated from Newburgh Free Academy, Newburgh, NY in 1974 and from
the Krissler Business Institute, Poughkeepsie, NY in 1975. Nancy met her
husband (retired FBI Special Agent, James Walsh) while working as a
stenographer with the FBI's New York Division in Newburgh. She and her
family moved to Charlotte in 1992. Nancy was a vivacious, fun loving woman
who greatly enjoyed the company of her family and friends. She will be
remembered for her contagious smile and amazing sense of humor. Nancy is
survived by her husband, James T. Walsh of Charlotte, daughter, Jamie Lane
Walsh, also of Charlotte, and son, Patrick L. Walsh of Raleigh. Also
surviving are her sister, Daisy Buvis of Sherrils Ford, NC, brothers,
Lawrence Winkler of Jacksonville, FL and Wayne Winkler of Kingston, NY, as
well as numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. The family
would like to thank Hospice and Palliative Care of Charlotte, especially
Nancy's team that cared for her over the past several months. In lieu of
flowers, gifts may be made in her name to Hospice and Palliative Care
Charlotte Region, 1420 East Seventh Street, Charlotte, NC 28204. A
visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 11th at Harry and Bryant Funeral
Home, 500 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC. A funeral service will be held on
Wednesday morning, March 12th at 10:00 am in the chapel of Harry and Bryant.
Witherwax, Truman
Wright,
Ronald R. died Sunday, November 25, 2012 at Vassar Bros Hosp.,
Poughkeepsie, NY. He was 57. He was born July 28, 1955 in Newburgh, NY,
the son of Ronald J and Elizabeth Pushman Wright. Ronald was a Buildings
& Grounds Keeper for The Marlboro Central School Dist. He loved his
Short Track Racing. Surviving are his wife, Cindy Dunn Wright; one
daughter, Heather and husband, Seth Howard of Williamson, NY; one son,
Kyle Wright and fiancee, Nicole Menconeri; his father, Ronald J and
mother, Elizabeth (Pushman) Wright; sister, Joan and husband, Michael Deyo
of New Windsor, NY; granddaughter, Emily Faith Wright. Friends may call
The DiDonato Funeral Home, 1290 Route 9W, Marlboro, NY, on Wednesday,
November 28 from 3 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Thursday,
November 29 at 10 a.m. at the The DiDonato Funeral Home. In lieu of
flowers, family suggest donations be made to St. Jude's Children's Hosp or
Ulster County ASPCA. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Carl J. DiDonato,
Jr of The The DiDonato Funeral Service, Inc. (845) 236-4300.