Bacon,
Krista Johnson, July, 20, 2011...... A two-vehicle crash on Wednesday killed
a Millington woman and injured three of her daughters on U.S. 51 north of
Millington, according to Shelby County Sheriff’s Office officials. Krista
Johnson, 41, died in the collision shortly before 7 p.m. on U.S. 51 near
Kerr-Rosemark, according to a statement released by sheriff’s office
spokesman Chip Washington. Three of Johnson’s daughters, passengers in the
2001 Jeep sport-utility vehicle she was driving, were injured. The sheriff’s
office identified them as Jazmyn Colquit, 20, Takera Johnson, 14, and Jordon
Jackson, 15. Colquit is listed in good condition today at the Regional
Medical Center at Memphis, hospital officials said. Johnson and Jackson were
transported in critical condition to Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. An
initial investigation, according to the sheriff’s office, found that a 2000
GMC Sonoma driven by Myrtle Teal, 77, also of the Millington area, was
heading south on U.S. 51 and attempted to turn left to a church parking lot.
The northbound Jeep swerved, but the Sonoma hit its left side, causing the
Jeep to flip several times. The two teenagers were ejected from the
sport-utility vehicle, and only the driver wore a seat belt, according to
the sheriff’s office. "Ironically everyone involved in this crash were going
to their churches at the time of the crash," Lt. Richard Nelson, commander
of the sheriff’s office Traffic Division, said by e-mail. Teal was
attempting to turn into the parking lot of her church and Johnson and her
family were on their way to their church for Wednesday services, Nelson
said. Teal was not injured. No charges had been filed as the investigation
continued. Obituary to follow if available
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Costa, Ricardo "Itchy" II, of Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY, entered into rest on
Monday, June 30, 2014. He was 45. Son of the late Richard "Bear" and
Patricia (Testa) Costa, he was born May 13, 1969 in Cornwall. He married
Mary Ann Costa on January 18, 2000 in Newburgh. Mary Ann survives at home.
Ricardo attended Newburgh Free Academy (See Camera Shy) and recently was
so proud to have earned his GED. He earned his living as a landscaper with
a unique talent for poolscapes and paving designs. He was a beloved
husband, dedicated father, loyal brother and uncle, and a true friend. He
was always ready to roll up his sleeves and lend a helping hand. Itchy had
a need for speed and loved NASCAR, driving race cars, sleds, go-carts,
dirt bikes, motorcycles and anything on wheels, He was well-rounded and
known to "talk your ear off" on any and all topics. He will be dearly
missed. In addition to his wife Mary Ann, he is survived by his children,
Ricardo R. Costa III and Patricia Rose Costa, at home; his siblings, Riki
Costa and her husband Frank Cass of New Windsor, Melissa Taylor and her
husband John of Newburgh and Laura Bunora of Newburgh; and many, many
nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held from 2-6 pm on
Wednesday, July 2 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am on Thursday, July 3 at St.
Francis of Assisi Church, Newburgh. In lieu of flowers, a fund is being
established for his children's education at Orange County Trust Co. and
may be sent to Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh, NY 12550.
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Cox,
Sandra E. Emmel of Wallkill entered into rest Tuesday, December 30, 2014
at Orange Regional Center in Middletown, NY. She was 45. The beloved
daughter of Jeanne Thompson Cox and the late Raymond G. Cox Sr., Sandra
was born in Cornwall April of 1969. She went through the Newburgh School
System and graduated from NFA in June of 1987. Survivors include her
husband, Michael Emmel and daughter, Angela Emmel at home, her mom, Jeanne
of the Town of Newburgh, her sister, Jeanne and her husband, Tom of
California; brother, James and his wife, Caroline of Kentucky, as well as
many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who she loved very much. In
addition to her father, Sandra was predeceased by her brothers; Raymond G.
Cox Jr. and William (Billy) Cox.
Cubito,
John 46, Ashwaubenon, WI died Saturday, December 13, 2014, at his home. He
was born July 10, 1968, in Newburgh, NY, to Roseann (Antonelli) Cubito and
the late Joseph Cubito. John was a graduate of NFA High School, class of
1987. After graduation John enlisted in the United States Navy, and served
for two years. He received his honorable discharge due to medical reasons.
John grew up in Newburgh NY, and after the Navy he returned home where he
met his future wife Tracy. They were married on May 22, 1994 in New
Windsor NY. John worked in sales, and his job took him and his family to
Green Bay, WI. Where he worked and finished his career with Farmer
Brothers Coffee. Together John and Tracy owned and operated Big Apple
Bagels in Ashwaubenon on Oneida St, from 1998-2004. He was a Giants fan
his whole life, but learned to love the Packers too. John's number one
passion was his daughters and attending all their bowling events. There
was nothing he wouldn't do for his wife and family. He did all he could to
provide, protect, and devote himself to them. He will be remembered as a
simple man, who enjoyed the small things in life. John is survived by his
wife, Tracy; two daughters, Briana, and her fiancé Brooks, and Lexi; a
grandson, Lucas John (whose name is in honor of his Grandpa John); his
mother, Roseann Cubito; his brothers and sisters, Joseph Cubito Jr.,
Anthony (Michelle) Cubito, Renee (Tom) Martin, Paul Cubito;
brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Keri Bartollazzi, Holly (Joshua)
Kamin, Scott (Jess) Decker; father-in-law Carl (Joann) Decker, mother -in
-law, Kathie Fetterly; two special godsons, Cameron and Trevor. He was
preceded in death by his father Joseph Cubito, Sr.; his grandmother
Mildred (Nanny) Antonelli. Friends may call at Calvary Lutheran Church,
1301 S. Ridge Rd. Green Bay, WI from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. The funeral
service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the church with Rev. Earl
Vorpagel III officiating. Blaney Funeral Home is assisting the family. In
lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in John's name. To send
online condolences, please go to 
Koptula, John R. of New Windsor, a retired City of Newburgh police officer
and a longtime area resident, entered into rest Tuesday, October 19, 2010
at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus. He was 41. The son of
Robert and Alice Carroll Koptula, he was born August 22, 1969 in the
Bronx. John is the husband of Anna Guerriero Koptula. He was a member of
Black Rock Fish and Game Club. John enjoyed playing the bagpipes and the
guitar. He loved four wheeling with his children and working on his jeep
and motorcycle. John was a graduate of the University of Buffalo. John is
survived by his wife, Anna, at home; his parents, Robert and Alice Koptula
of the Town of Newburgh; his children, John A. Koptula and Ashley M.
Koptula; his in-laws, John and Antoinetta Guerriero of New Windsor;
brother-in-law, John Guerriero and wife, Rene; and nephews, Lincoln and
Eli, as well as aunts, uncles and cousins. There will be no public
visitation. A funeral mass to which family and friends are invited will be
offered 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 23, at St. Francis Church, 145
Benkard Ave., Newburgh, NY. Father John Vondras will officiate. Burial
will follow the Mass in Calvary Cemetery, corner of Route 9W & Rt 94,
New Windsor, NY. In lieu of flowers, kindly make donations to Anna Koptula
for the Education of John's children, John and Ashley Koptula, c/o White
& Venuto Funeral Home, 188 North Plank Rd., Newburgh, NY 12550.
Arrangements are under the direction of White & Venuto Funeral Home;
845-562-6550 or visit 
McNeilly, Henry B. “Hank” Jr. a lifelong resident of the Newburgh area,
passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at home. He was 44 years old. The son
of the late Henry B. and Barbara R. (Ranges)McNeilly, Hank was born
October 28, 1968 in Cornwall. Hank married Silvana Cuadra in 2011. Hank
received his education from St. Bonaventure University. Hank was an “avid”
golfer and had a great love for being near the water with his family. Hank
was a “Reel Man.” He always enjoyed sharing a laugh with his friends.
Hank’s children were his world. In addition to his beloved wife, Hank
leaves behind to cherish his memory his children: Henry B. McNeilly, III,
Thompson McNeilly, Leandro Ethan Orfano; his siblings: Caroline Boyar and
her husband Charles of Briarcliff Manor, NY, and Mary McNeilly of
Pleasantville, NY; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held
on Monday, April 1, 2013 from 5 to 8 pm at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney
Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Monsignor
John Budwick and Father Charles Ranges will be held on Tuesday, April 2 at
10 am at St. Patrick’s Church in Newburgh. Burial will be private. In lieu
of flowers memorial donations may be made in Hank’s name to the National
Brain Tumor Society, East Coast Office, 55 Chapel Street, Suite 200,
Newton, MA 02458.
O'Beirne, Jennifer "Jen" Ann of Newburgh, a lifetime area resident,
entered into rest Thursday, November 29, 2012 in St. Luke's Hospital,
Newburgh. She was 43. Daughter of Stephen and Janice (Stanwyck) O'Beirne,
she was born July 22, 1969 in Cornwall, NY. Jen was a graduate of Newburgh
Free Academy; Mount St. Mary College in Newburgh, where she earned her
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing; and Russell Sage College in Troy,
NY, earning her Masters as a Family Nurse Practitioner (F.N.P.). She
worked for a private medical practice in the Albany area. She was a member
of St. Patrick's Church in Newburgh and a member of New York State
Professional Nurses Association. A talented singer, she was proud to
perform at Lincoln Center in New York City. Jen will be remembered as a
sweet, loving, caring person, and will be dearly missed. In addition to
her parents, she is survived by her sister, Andrea Landolfa and her
husband David; her brother, Kevin O'Beirne and his wife Maureen; nieces
and nephews, Chelsea, Sean and Matthew Landolfa and Brendan O'Beirne;
predeceased by grandparents, Stephen and Mary O'Beirne and Wilma Stanwyck
Brown and Stanley Stanwyck, and great aunt and uncle, Virginia and
Nicholas Stanwyck. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 pm on Monday,
December 3 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Funeral
Mass will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, December 4 in St. Patrick's
Church, Newburgh, with Father Fernando Hernandez officiating. Entombment
will follow in Cedar Hill Mausoleum, Newburgh. Contributions on Jen's
behalf in lieu of flowers may be sent to: National Multiple Sclerosis
Society, PO Box 4527, New York, NY 10163; Choroideremia Research
Foundation, Inc., 23 East Brundreth St., Springfield, MA 01109; or St.
Patrick's Church Restoration Fund, 55 Grand St., Newburgh, NY 12550. 
Smith, Nancy S. of New Windsor, N. Y. a manager of Payor Contracting for
the Greater Hudson Valley Health System at Horton Hospital, Middletown,
passed away at her home Wednesday, December 5, 2001. She was 32. The
daughter of Edward and Lenore Smith, she was born October 30, 1969. Nancy
was a 1987 graduate of Newburgh Free Academy, a 1991 graduate of SUNY
Oneonta and received her M.P.A. from Marist College in January 2001. She
is survived and will be dearly missed by her loving family; parents Edward
and Lenore Smith of New Windsor; sister and brother-in-law Barbara and
Marc Stolfe of Wallkill; and nephew Adam Stolfe. A family statement read,
"With her bright personality and sense of humor, Nancy was able to reach
out and touch so many people in different ways. "Nancy had many friends
and they all knew that they could count on her for anything. "Nancy was a
caring, loving and devoted daughter and sister and an adoring aunt to
Adam. Her bright eyes and smile will be missed but never forgotten."
Friends may gather from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, December 12, at Coloni
Funeral Home, Route 9W, New Windsor. The celebration of Nancy's life will
be held at the funeral home December 12 at 8:00 p.m. Memorial
contributions may be sent to Horton Healthcare Foundation (the Nancy Smith
Fund), c/o Horton Hospital, 60 Prospect Avenue, Middletown NY 10940l. If
you wish to sign a guest book or require directions to Coloni Funeral Home
please go to Legacy.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the
Coloni Funeral Home, New Windsor.
Stevens, Kim Marie of Newburgh, NY entered Heaven's Pearly White Gates on
Sunday, June 29, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. She was the beloved daughter of Gilbert
Stevens and Bertha Deans, born April 26, 1966. Kim graduated from Newburgh
Free Academy and worked as a waitress at Friendly's (Newburgh Mall) and
was a nursing assistant at Wingate (Fishkill and Dutchess County) and
Westledge Nursing Homes for 20 years. Kim was a dedicated Vice President
of the Dynamic Approach Marching Band and Captain of the Pom Pom girls.
She was always active since High School in cheerleading, music, dance and
double-dutch. She loved people and her doors were always open, ready and
willing to assist in helping no matter what the circumstance. If it was no
more than a hug, she touched many people hearts with her love. She leaves
to mourn are her four daughters: Takiaya Stevens, Jayniece Gordon, Tyaria
Stevens and Tapria Forrest; two grandchildren: Yahinese Trice and Imani
Stevens; seven brothers: Preshay Deans, Darnel, Daniel, Michael, Benjamin,
Johnathan, Nicholas Stevens; two sisters: Latiyce and Makayla Stevens;
aunts: Vicki Deans of Newburgh, NY, Loraine Burnett of Albany, NY,
Maryanne Dixon of Atlanta, GA, Shirley Dorsey of Texas, Clarena Tajan,
Joanne Marshall of Newburgh and Cordelia Singletary of Rochester, NY; also
a host of cousins and friends. Kim was predeceased by her grandmother,
Dorothy Carter; grandfathers, Austin Deans and Benjamin Stevens; aunts:
Bessie Dubois and Wanda Deans. Ms. Stevens will lay in repose from 10 to
11 a.m. Wednesday, July 9th at The Cathedral at the House 127-131
Broadway, Newburgh, NY. Services begin at 11 a.m. at the church with
Bishop Jeffrey C. Woody officiating. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery, New
Windsor, NY. Professional services entrusted to Rhodes Funeral Homes, 259
Walsh Avenue, New Windsor, NY 12553
Trinidad,
Michael 33, of New York, NY, died Sept. 11, 2001, a victim of the
coordinated terrorist attacks against the United States in New York,
Washington DC, and elsewhere. Michael was a graduate of NFA in 1987