Adler,
Morton of Boca Raton, Fla., formerly of Blooming Grove, N.Y., died
Saturday, December 25, 2004 at his daughter's home after a long battle
with Brain Cancer. He was a retired NYPD Detective and Newburgh Free
Academy High School teacher. He was born in the Bronx, N.Y. on February 4,
1936. Survivors are his loving and dedicated wife Sandra; his sons, Scott
and wife Dona of Montgomery, N.Y., Fred and partner Marty of New York, NY;
daughter, Andrea Smigielski and husband Anthony also of Montgomery, N.Y.;
brother Steve of Boca Raton, Fla. and his wife Melcie; grandchildren,
Steven, Zachary, Joshua, Dylan and Jessica. Burial will be in Boca Raton,
Fla. Sitting "Shiva" will be at daughter Andrea's house at 14 Hammer Lane,
Walden, NY 12586 from Wednesday December 29 4 p.m. until Friday December
31 sundown and again Saturday January 1 4:30 p.m. until Monday Jan 3
sundown. For directions call 845-497-1529. Memorial contributions may be
made in his name to American Brain Tumor Assoc., 1759 R Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
Anderson, Alfreda Born May 1, 1890
Died March 15, 1969 in Newburgh
Posted by Bill Norvell 65Aquino, Antone John
of Carolina Shores, NC..... Antone John Aquino, 82, of Carolina
Shores, NC died Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at his home. Mr. Aquino was born
May 24, 1929 in Canastota, NY to the late Louis and Philomena Carnevale
Aquino. He was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Aquino
retired after 14 years as a high school music teacher and 25 years as a
college professor at Salem State College. He was a member of the Tanglewood
Festival Chorus of the Boston Symphony from 1971 - 1994. Mr. Aquino served
on the Board of Directors for the Long Bay Symphony. He was a conductor,
composer, tenor and performer. He also enjoyed woodworking. Surviving are
his wife of 56 years Margaret Aquino; a son Michael Aquino, wife Bernice, of
Lynn, Mass; a daughter Mary Margaret Aquino, husband Jim Cooper, of Carolina
Shores, NC; a brother Thomas Aquino, wife Gail, of Vass, NC; and a sister
Phyllis Manfred, husband Bob, of Sunset Beach, NC. A Funeral Mass will be
conducted Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the St. Brendan's Catholic
Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Antone Aquino
Scholarship Fund at Salem State College 352 Lafayette Street Salem, Mass
01970. Online condolences may be made to the family at
www.brunswickfuneralservice.com Brunswick Funeral Service &
Crematory, Shallotte, NC.
Born in Canastota, NY to Louis and Philomena Aquino…brother of Phyllis
(and later Thomas), Antone grew to have an intense love for music at an
early age. He played the organ at church, and sang whenever he had a
chance. In high school, he was “recruited” by Helen Hosmer to attend
Potsdam State Teacher’s College. As a music education student, he sang in
choruses, small groups and as a soloist, met Margaret Curtis, also a music
education student with a major in piano. They became tenor and
accompanist, and kept a friendship that extended past graduation. He was
drafted and served in the Korean War for 22 months (in theater).
Upon returning from the service, he picked up his friendship with
Margaret…actually, continued his friendship which was blossoming into
love. They married in 1955, in Governeur, NY (Margaret’s home town) and
moved to Orange County where both had teaching jobs. Ultimately, he began
teaching at Newburgh Free Academy and in 1959, their first child Michael
was born. I came along in 1963. A brief time as a John Hay Fellow at
Harvard in 1965, another few years at NFA and then we were blessed for him
to get a job at Salem State College, in Salem MA. It was in the Boston
area that his devotion to all things musical flourished. In 1971, he
auditioned for the Tanglewood Festival Chorus, an all volunteer chorus to
accompany the Boston Symphony Orchestra in Boston and during their summer
residence at Tanglewood in Lenox, MA. In 1972, Margaret auditioned
and we embarked upon the life of “chorus brats” every summer. As an
assistant, and then associate professor of Music at Salem State, he gained
notoriety as a passionate conductor, and gifted composer. He
encouraged the music staff to show off their talents by presenting a
regular concert billed as “Itself”. For 25 years, he performed, conducted,
and composed his way around the metropolitan Boston area. In 1994,
he retired from Salem State College and moved to Calabash, NC. As always,
musicians rarely fully retire. He continued to be active as a member
of the Community Choral Society in Myrtle Beach, as a section leader in
the Trinity Episcopal Church Choir, and then as a second vice president on
the board of directors for the Long Bay Symphony Orchestra. He passed away
at home, after a courageous battle with cancer – starting in the prostate,
ending with bone cancer.
My mom & I were at his side
as he passed. If you met him, you loved him. He was just that
charming.
Steve Fraas 69 fraasllc@gmail.com
Very sad to hear of his passing. Mr. Aquino was an awesome teacher. I was
under his tutelage in Madrigal singers, and many other choral groups. I
can still see him "bouncing" up and down and slamming his conductors baton
on the music stand becrying our "Hudson Valley Twang!". Truly loved the
man. I am sure he touched many people in his course of life... I will
always remember him.
Joseph A. Dubaldi, Jr 66 sj0111@usma.edu
I remember Mr Aquino as a great inspiration in the music field. I sang in
as many groups as I could during high school at NFA. I remember singing in
his groups and how good he was to his students. He will be solely missed.
Sandra Marro-Boes '57 flower1939@optonline.net
I was a student at NFA when Mr. Aquino came to teach. I knew from the
start that he was a wonderful inspiration to all the students. I can't
remember what choral groups he conducted but I know I was in a couple of
them. He was respected by the students and in return he respected them. I
thoroughly enjoyed my years in the music dept. in part to Mr. Aquino.
Patricia Shanahan pshanfrsp@hotmail.com
I was his student at Salem State, graduating in 1972. I have since retired
from teaching, but remember him well. Last week I attended the Cuban
Symphony in Worcester, Mass on their first US tour, and was telling my
husband about him. One of his finals was to identify a random series of
movements from many symphonies by composer and work title, which I spent a
great deal of time mastering and have never forgotten. Wonderful musician
and teacher. I am so sorry for your and our loss
Benjamin,
Robert Died 1992 Born May 16, 1948 in
Brooklyn NY Died March 28, 1992
Submitted by Sharon Terwilliger Broder 1965 broder1@juno.com
Bob Benjamin died in an automobile accident on the thruway on his way to
a math meet to join his students in Albany. Bob was a student teacher
when I taught in NJHS. He went on to NFA where he became a loved and
respected math teacher by those students lucky enough to have him. His
sudden death took with it an asset of NFA's math department and a great
person way too soon.
Submitted by Rose Cadden, Class of 1985rosecadden@yahoo.com Mr.
Benjamin was one of my math teachers in NJHS. He was the type of teacher
that made learning fun. When he saw that I was having difficulty he
would stay late and tutor me and work with me. He wanted all of his
students to succeed. He had a beautiful wife and daughters and they were
his pride. He truly loved his family and would speak of them often.
Brennan, Martha B. Fogarty, of Newburgh, Newburgh, N.Y. died Friday,
March 12, 2004 at the Elant of Goshen Nursing Home. She was 90. She was
the daughter of Michael Joseph and Bridget Theresa Brennan. Mrs. Fogarty
was born in 1914 in Middletown and lived most of her life in Newburgh.
She was a beloved wife, mother and teacher. Mrs. Fogarty graduated from
Newburgh Free Academy High School in 1932 and from the New Paltz Normal
School in 1935. She was a member of St. Mary's Church, Alpha Phi
Sorority, Epsilon Delta Chi Honorary Teacher's Society and the Newburgh
Retired Teacher's Assoc. Before her retirement in 1976, Mrs. Fogarty
taught 1st grade in Middletown and at Gardnertown School in Newburgh.
She was predeceased by her sister, Mary and her husband of 62 years,
John Joseph Fogarty. She is survived by her four children, Karen
Schwingel and her husband William of Randolph, N.J., John and his wife
Wilma of West Redding, Conn., William and his wife Kathleen of
Cornwall-on-Hudson, Michael and his wife Gail of Newburgh; nine
grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two sisters, Eleanor Thomas of
Pearl River, Elizabeth Erlenkotter of Aurora, Colo.; as well as several
nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the entire staff of the
Elant of Goshen Nursing Home for their dedication and devotion to the
care of our mother. The family will receive visitors at the Doulin
Newburgh Funeral Home Inc., 318 N. Montgomery St., Newburgh on Monday,
March 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated
at St. Mary's Church, 180 South St., Newburgh on Tuesday, March 16 at 11
a.m. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery in New Windsor. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to the St. Mary's Restoration Fund, 180
South St., Newburgh, NY 12550. Arrangements under the care of Doulin
Newburgh Funeral Home.
Bresnan, Daniel J. 69, a retired teacher of European history
at Newburgh Free Academy, died on May 27, 2007 at the Kaplan Family
Hospice in Newburgh. He maintained homes on Yankee Lake and in Jensen
Beach, Fla. Dan spent much of his life enjoying all that he could.
Friends will recall stories of his frequent travels, spanning from
childhood trips to Europe with his mother, to more recent travels to the
Caribbean and Mexico. Reminiscence would be followed by grand plans for
the next adventure, planned from a dog-eared travel book, marked with an
ever-present pencil kept conveniently tucked under his watch. Dan also
had a great fondness for food. Not just any food and not always in great
quantity, but very specific meals: lamb with peas, Flounder Oreganata
and, especially, duck from Gus's. Of the many things that Dan enjoyed,
none compared to spending time with his family and friends at his
beloved home on Yankee Lake. Those who gathered for the many dinners
there, will not soon forget them. Dan is survived by cousins, many
friends, and his cat, Ginger. he was predeceased by his father, Daniel
J. Bresnan, and by his mother, Rita Bresnan-Forrestal. In lieu of
flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Orange and
Sullivan Counties, Bide-A-Wee or a local Humane Society. A Memorial
service celebrating Dan's life will be held at his home on Yankee Lake
on Saturday, July 21, 2007 at 3 p.m. For information, please contact
Coloni Funeral Home, 845-561-0238
Brown,
William Died
1982 The 1943 Yearbook stated he joined the
service in 1942
Posted by Bob Wilson 52
Mr. Brown was my favorite teacher (Science) at NJHS back in 1946-1949,
(and an excellent one at that) before he went on to NFA in later years.
He was tough, and brooked no nonsense particularly from unruly 7th Grade
boys. His technique...take them out into the hall and gently bang their
backsides onto a doors of one of the lockers in the corridor while
giving them a brief but forceful lecture on how to behave. He was in
charge of the NJHS Science Club back then, and one of the members'
responsibilities was operating any one of the school's Ampex film
projectors, especially the one in the auditorium booth that showed the
"G.O." commercial movies twice a year. It was an honor for me, as a 7th
grader, to be in a club with such great "upperclassmen" that year as Al
Mazzarelli Nat Zutty and Tommy Fletcher. I was in Hog Heaven.
Bundarin, Pilar Tafall 88, a former resident of Newburgh, died at her
home in Boulder, CO on December 14, 2007. She was born August 17, 1919
in Madrid, Spain to Manuel and Pilar Tafall. She lived with her family
for many years in New York City until their purchase of the Villa Madrid
in Plattekill, NY in the 1930's. Mrs. Bundarin was a graduate of
Wallkill High School, and later earned her BA degree from Hunter College
in New York City. She later received her Master's degree from Columbia
University in New York in Spanish and Romance Languages. Pilar married
Bernard Bundarin on June 11, 1950 and moved to Newburgh. She taught for
several years at St. Elizabeth College in New Jersey prior to moving to
Newburgh, where she worked as a teacher for the school district. She
taught general education at all academic levels as well as Spanish,
French and Italian during her teaching career. She retired in 1984 from
NFA , where she had taught Spanish for many years. Survivors include
Julie Kintzing of Boulder, CO, and Paul Bundarin of Queens, NY. She
preceded in death by her brother Manuel Tafall, Jr. in February of this
year. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 27, at White
& Venuto Funeral Home, 188 N. Plank Rd. (Route 32), Newburgh, NY.
Burial will take place at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Middlehope, NY on
Friday, December 28, at 11 a.m.
Burmeister,
Graham 94, died Thursday, April 28, 2011, at Heaton Woods Assisted
Living in Montpelier. Graham was born Jan. 14, 1917, in New Brunswick,
N.J., the son of Julius and Elsie, nee Graham, Burmeister. He was
educated in Yonkers and Queens, N.Y., and later in Tenafly and Passaic,
N.J. Graham left high school in order to pursue his career as an artist
and sculptor. He worked at the Roman Bronze foundry in New York, and
then he became an inspector at the Brewster Aircraft defense assembly
plant in Long Island City. Drafted into the Army Air Corps, Graham
served as an artist, attaining the rank of Tech 4, a specialist grade
that was the wartime equivalent of sergeant. He served in various posts
in the southeastern U.S. and completed his national service at the
Recruiting Publicity Bureau at Governors Island, N.Y. The love of
Graham's life was his wife, Miriam, whom he married in 1942. Their first
child, Peter, was born on an air base while Graham was serving his
country. After the war, Graham, Miriam and their young son moved to
Wallkill, N.Y., where the couple was to make their home for the next 61
years in the house that Graham designed. Their children, now including
daughter Alice and younger son Paul, were raised in Wallkill. Graham was
an intellectual with a strong interest in culture and the arts. In 1964,
he decided to complete the high school education he had abandoned as a
teenager, and received his GED. He then enrolled in the State University
College at New Paltz, N.Y., where he received a Bachelor of Science and
then a Master of Science in art education. Immediately following his
university graduation, he began a new career as an art teacher at
Newburgh Free Academy, Newburgh, N.Y., until his retirement in 1982.
Thereafter Graham and Miriam divided their time between their homes in
Wallkill and Daytona Beach, Fla., and traveled widely throughout North
and South America and Europe. In 2003, Graham and Miriam moved to
Hanover, N.H., to be closer to their sons in Vermont and Massachusetts.
Miriam passed away in 2007, after which Graham moved again, this time to
Heaton Woods. Throughout his long life, Graham was a prolific visual
artist. His numerous oil paintings grace the homes of his children and
grandchildren and comprise an impressive collection of
neo-impressionistic painting in the tradition of Paul Cezanne. He also
created various sculptures, including portrait busts and full-length
compositions. Graham's work was seen in recent years at a group show in
Montpelier as well as individual exhibits in Montpelier and in Hanover,
N.H. After moving to Vermont, Graham continued to paint and
enthusiastically participated in life drawing classes in Montpelier,
where he made many friends. A lifelong aviation enthusiast, Graham was
an avid designer, builder and flier of model airplanes, many of them
powered, with radio controls. Graham is survived by his children: Peter
(Katherine Fanelli), of Montpelier; Paul (Gail Young), of Concord,
Mass.; and Alice Tawresey (John), of Bainbridge Island, Wash. He is also
survived by his nine grandchildren: Heather, Gwendolyn, Victoria, Parke
(Sarah Plimpton) and Taylor Burmeister; Betsy Twitchell (Kyle); Caitlin
Badowski (Nate); Anna Puchalski (Steve); and Steven Tawresey; as well as
three great-grandchildren. His cousin, Julie Freestone, and her partner,
Rudi Raab, also survive. Anyone wishing to give a donation in
remembrance of Graham should direct it to Heaton Woods, 10 Heaton St.,
Montpelier, VT 05602. (Heaton Woods is a nonprofit organization
dedicated to serving central Vermont seniors.) Our family wishes to
thank Peggy Roque and her incredible staff for the loving care and
kindnesses given to Graham and to all of us while he was in residence at
Heaton Woods. Graham's passing leaves a void in our hearts, but we
rejoice in his legacy of artistic creation that is the tangible gift to
us all; of talent, creative spirit and artistic vision. A service of
remembrance will be held at Heaton Woods on Wednesday, May 11, at 2 p.m.
Clausen,
William A."Bill" of Walden, NY, formerly of Pennsylvania a retired
Business Teacher for Newburgh Free Academy, Newburgh, N.Y. and a 35 year
resident of the area died Saturday, March 26, 2005,at Vassar Hospital in
Poughkeepsie. He was 73. The son of the late William E. and Wilamina
Frank Clausen, he was born November 15, 1931 in Nescopeck Pennsylvania.
He served in the Army during Korean Conflict. Bill had also worked as
counselor in Pennsylvania before moving to this area. He was a member of
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, in Walden And the Gideons. A family
statement reads: "Bill was a deeply spiritual person and was selfless in
his love. He valued his relationship with his family. William truly
loved life and lived everyday to the fullest." Survivors include his
wife of 41 years Shirley C. Shultz Clausen at home; daughter: Jill
Clausen Fisher and husband Robert of Bradford, PA; son: William Bradley
Clausen of Walden; foster daughter: Diana Forresterire Chenault of
Richmond, VA five grandsons sister: Patsy Clausen Laidacker Beck and
husband John of Blakeslee,PA, also several nieces and nephews, 1
grandniece and 2 grand nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 30,
2005 from 2-4 & 7-9pm. at The Millspaugh Funeral Home, 22 Bank
St.Walden, NY. Services will be Thursday, March 31, 2005,10:30 am at
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2520 State Rt. 208,Walden, NY.
Pastor Raymond Cummings will officiate. Burial will be in Wallkill
Valley Cemetery in Walden, NY. Memorial contributions may be the Trinity
Evangelical Lutheran Church. Arrangements were made by Millspaugh
Funeral Directors.
Cleary,
Mary F. of Moscow, Pa., a retired teacher in the Newburgh Schools for 42
years, entered into rest on Sunday, November 7, 2004 at St. Mary's Villa
Nursing Home. She was 99. Daughter of the late Frank T. and Agnes Beahan
Cleary, she was born July 2, 1905 in Newburgh. Miss Cleary graduated
from Newburgh Free Academy, New Paltz Normal School, Columbia Teachers
College and the New York University. She was a member of the Newburgh
Retired Teachers Association, St Mary's Church and the Rosary Society.
Survivors include a niece, Mary Cleary Murphy of Oqunquit, Maine and
grandnieces and nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her brother,
F. Stafford Cleary. Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on
Wednesday, November, 10 at Brooks-DiDonato Funeral Home, 481 Gidney
Ave., Newburgh, NY 12550. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10
a.m. on Thursday, November 11 at St. Mary's Church with Father William
Scafidi officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, New
Windsor. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St.
Mary's Seniors, 180 South Street, Newburgh, NY 12550. To send a personal
condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit
Brooks-DiDonato.com
Cook,
Irving R. - NFA Teacher - Fran Olson Gustafson 196530/Nov/2020Posted by Domenick Colotti 48
Costa, Annunciata of Newburgh, N.Y. a retired teacher for Newburgh
Free Academy and a lifetime resident of the area, entered into rest
Sunday, March 4, 2001, in Fishkill Health Related Center. She was 89. The
daughter of the late Anthony and Josephine Costa, she was born Nov. 3,
1911, in Newburgh. A graduate of Newburgh Free Academy, she also earned
her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Albany State Teacher's College, and her
Master's Degree from Middlebury College in Vermont. Her very active
teaching career let her to teach Italian in Newburgh Free Academy, as well
as teaching Latin and math. She taught for several years in the evening
division at Orange County Community College, and taught Italian for six
summers at Middlebury College in the Summer Language School. She was on
the Board of Trustees for the State University of New Paltz and Mount
Saint Mary College, and was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Newburgh.
Survivors include two brothers, William and Joseph Costa; and three
sisters, Marie Fern, Joan Costa and Theresa Hubbard. She was predeceased
by two brothers, Louis Costa and Angelo Costa, D.D.S. Visitation will be
from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, at DiDonato-Brooks Funeral
Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be
celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, March 8, at Sacred Heart Church,
Newburgh. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor. Arrangements
are under the direction of DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home, Newburgh.
Coughlin,
Russell - Teacher - Fran Olson Gustafson 196522/Dec/2023Posted by Pauline Rute Hall 52
Craft, Michael of Newburgh -1997 A popular special education teacher
collapsed in front of his students yesterday morning at Newburgh Free
Academy and died an hour later, police and school officials said. Michael
Craft, 49, of New Windsor, was opening the door of his second-floor
classroom about 7:40 a.m. when he suffered a heart attack and fell
backward to the floor. A student called for a security guard, who dashed
into the classroom and found Craft barely breathing and unresponsive. The
security guard used his radio to call police and Mobile Life Support
Services, who arrived within minutes to find Principal Thomas Fogarty and
two other staffers giving Craft cardiopulmonary resuscitation. An
ambulance sped to St. Luke's Hospital, where Craft was pronounced dead
about 8:30 a.m. "Mike always had some kind of joke to tell, something to
make you laugh, something fun going on in his head. He was just a great
man," said Gail Wilson, a fourth-grade teacher at Temple Hill School in
New Windsor, where Craft taught before moving to NFA. "To make those
around him laugh - that was Mike's special gift. There was a real sense of
loss around Temple Hill today about our fallen colleague. This is such a
hard pill to swallow." Craft, a veteran of the district, was stricken
before the start of his first-period class. His death was announced during
the third-period homeroom, and students were told they would be dismissed
an hour early, at 2 p.m., so that the faculty could meet. I just thought
that because of the events of the day, we should send the kids home early
so we could meet with the entire staff," Fogarty said last night. "It's
just a shock for all of us. He's definitely going to be missed. He was a
very important part of our faculty and staff. He was a laid-back,
easygoing guy who en- joyed teaching and enjoyed a good time." A team
composed of guidance counselors and the school's psychologist was
assembled to help students cope with their grief. Counselors were also
made available to the school's staffers, and Fogarty said those measures
would remain for the entire week. "I don't think it's really sunk in yet,"
said Frank Colone, president of the Newburgh Teachers Association. "Mike
was - I would call him a very dedicated, professional teacher. He was a
great family man himself and as a special education teacher, he had a
special place in his heart for students with disabilities. I can't think
of anyone who's ever had an unkind word for Mike Craft, at any time. I
know that every teacher in the district today is feeling a sense of loss
and a sense of reality. I think sometimes we go about our jobs and
complain about things that happen during the course of the day. And then
something like this shocks you back into the world, and you begin to think
about what's important and what's not."
Posted by Pauline Rute Hall 52
Craig, Edna Born Dec. 13,
1893 Died Dec. 1978 in
Delhi, NY
Curry, Katherine McKneally of Newburgh, N.Y. a retired
English teacher and Latin teacher of the Newburgh, New York School
District, died Tuesday, December 17, 2002 in Ridgewood, N.J. Katherine
was born in Newburgh on September 30, 1912 to George F. McKneally and
Ellen Lahey McKneally. She was the wife of Charles D. Curry. Katherine
received her Bachelor of Arts from Mount Saint Vincent College in New
York City and her Masters in Latin from New York University, New York
City. She studied at other colleges including Bates College in
Lewistown, Maine. A lifelong resident of Newburgh, she was active in
area community service organizations and a member of the Powelton Club.
She taught at North Junior High School; Newburgh Free Academy; and
Gardnertown Elementary School. Survivors include her daughter, Barbara
Curry Wood of Ho-Ho-Kus, N.J.; and her two granddaughters, Caroline W.
Richards of Ridgewood, N.J. and Emily B. Wood of Nashville, Tenn. A
private funeral service will be held for family members. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Orange and Hudson Valley,
800 Stony Brook Court, Newburgh, NY 12550. Arrangements were made by the
Doulin Newburgh Funeral Home Inc., Newburgh.
Demetry,
Nancy was born on August 12, 1945 and passed away on Tuesday, September
1, 2009. Nancy was last known to be living in Newburgh, New York. Nancy
was a 1963 graduate of Tri-Valley High School. She was a health and
physical education teacher for over 40 years. Visitation will be held
Friday, September 4th from 5-8pm at Colonial Memorial Funeral Home 396
State Route 52 Woodbourne, NY 12788. Interment will be held privately in
the family plot at the Claryville Cemetery.
Ennis,
Elizabeth (Betsy) Jadrosich, a retired school teacher for the Newburgh
Free Academy English Dept., entered into rest October 24, 2007 at Glen
Arden in Goshen. She was 80. The daughter of the late Frank R. and Mayne
Daniel Ennis, she was born June 28, 1927 in Spartanburg, S.C. Mrs.
Jadrosich was a member of both the state and local Teachers
Associations, the Civic Theater of Newburgh, the Powelton Club and a
senior board member of the Newburgh Day Nursery. She was also an avid
golfer. Survivors include her husband of 41 years, Fred W. Jadrosich.
They were married on August 22, 1966. Also surviving is her brother, F.
Robert Ennis of Colechester, Vt.; three nieces, Nancy Ennis of Santa Fe,
New Mexico, Barbara Abramo of Lexington, Mass. and Peggy Seppala of
Gillette, Wyo.; her nephew, Richard Ennis of Richmond, Vt. There will be
no public visitation. Funeral services will be held on Monday Oct. 29 at
11 a.m. at the Moulton Memorial Baptist Church, 20 Old Little Britain
Rd., Newburgh. Betsy will be entombed in the mausoleum at Cedar Hill
Cemetery, Route 9W North, Newburgh. Donations may be made to the Saint
Luke's Dialysis Center or to the charity of one's choice.
Fiedelholtz, Jerald of Newburgh, N.Y. an attorney, died August 18,
2005 at St. Luke's Hospital. He was 78. The son of the late Paul and
Minnie Fiedelholtz, he was born August 6, 1927 in Newburgh. He was the
husband of the late Rachel Fiedelholtz. Survivors include three sons,
Gary Fiedelholtz, Glenn Fiedelholtz, Mark Fiedelholtz; four grandsons,
Jonathan Hampton, Jordan Fiedelholtz, Jonah Fiedelholtz, Matthew
Fiedelholtz; one granddaughter Sarah Fiedelholtz; one brother Franklin
Fiedelholtz; one sister Barbara Friend. Services will be held at 3 p.m.
Friday, August 19 at Temple Beth Jacob with burial to follow in Temple
Beth Jacob Cemetery. Arrangements under the care of Christian D.
Garrison of the Doulin Newburgh Funeral Home Inc.
Posted by Arnold Serafin
65 Had him for a homeroom teacher.a good guy and teacher. He
respected the kids and never talked down to them. Thought about him
often when I taught.
Flint,
Charles E. age 82, of Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY died Saturday, April 21,
2012 at the Montgomery Nursing Home in Montgomery, NY. The son of
Frederick W. Flint and Geraldine Woodward, he was born on September 9,
1929 in Worcester, MA. He and his wife, Margaret Viglione Flint,
celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on November 25, 2011.
Survivors include his wife, Margaret at home; children: Patricia Wallace
of Geneva NY, Cynthia Flint of Orlando FL, Brian Flint of
Cornwall-On-Hudson; grandchildren: Timothy Wallace, Jacqueline Wallace,
Corey and Kyle Flint; sister, Marjorie Dearden of Albuquerque NM;
sister-in-law, Jean Flint of Holden MA. He was predeceased by his
parents; sister, Helen Moody, and brother, Harold Flint. Charles was a
member of the Retired Teachers Assoc.; Hudson Heritage Federal Credit
Union where he served 20 years on the board of Directors; Lions Club,
where he served as Zone Chairman and was a past president; as well being
honored as a Melvin Jones Fellow. He was a member of Cornwall
Presbyterian church. He served in the U.S. Army as a Finance Officer in
Pusan during the Korean War. A family statement reads: "Charles was a
diehard Boston Celtics and Red Sox fan. He enjoyed playing golf and
poker, also having a small garden and flowers around the yard. He and
his wife went on many trips, favorite being the National Parks, Hawaii
and Alaska." Mr. Charles E. Flint was a retired guidance counselor. He
graduated from Worcester Academy 1947, and received a BA degree from
Clark University in 1951. He completed his MA in Education from Syracuse
University in 1958, after which he accepted a guidance position in
Newburgh at South Junior High, then NFA, until his retirement in 1989.
Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25 at Quigley
Bros. Funeral Home, 337 Hudson St., Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY 12520. A
funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 26 at the
funeral home with Pastor Tricia Callahan of Cornwall Presbyterian Church
officiating. Contributions may be made to Center for Dementia Research,
Nathan Kline Institute, 140 Old Orangeburg Road Orangeburg, NY 10962
ATTN: Ralph Nixon, M.D., Ph.D Arrangements are by Kevin Quigley of
Quigley Bros. Funeral Home. To send condolences or to get directions to
the funeral home please go to www.quigleybros.com
Fowler, Robert DuBois 84, of Santa Barbara, Calif., formerly of
Grand Avenue, Newburgh, died April 1, 1988 in Santa Barbara. Born Feb.
4, 1903, in Newburgh, he was the son of Abram D. and Grace LeFevre Shaw
Fowler and widower of Jane Courteen Fowler. A 1920 graduate of Newburgh
Free Academy; he was a 1924 graduate of Hamilton College; and received
his MA degree from Columbia University in 1932. He took special courses
in aeronautics at New York University and Albany State in 1942. He was
an employee of Fabrikoid Division, E.I. Dupont from 1924-25. Then he
became a teacher at NFA teaching biology from 1 925-33 , physics and
chemistry from 1 9 3 3 - 5 2 ; was science department chairman from
1933-52; was director of the adult education program from 1942-43 and
1947-52; and served as principal from 1952-66. He served in various
chairmanships in the Southeastern Zone of New York State Teachers
Association; was a member of the New York State Classroom Teachers
Association; the New York State Advisory Committee of Middle States
Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. He also served as
chairman and vice-chairman of numerous evaluating committees such as the
Wartraining Curriculum Development committees on state and local levels
from 1942-43. Fowler served at ground instructor in the Civil Air Patrol
from 1943-45. During the Korean Conflict, he served as Director of Civil
Defense Self and Neighbor Help Program from 1951-52. He was a member of
the Medical Section, Civil Defense from 1951-54. He was a member of the
Powelton Board of Directors; the Osiris County Club from 1935-38; Chi
Psi Fraternity, Hamilton College; Pi Delta Epsilon, journalistic
fraternity, Hamilton; Free and Accepted Masons, Lodge No. 307, where he
received a 25-year pin. Chairman of the Newburgh Dental Clinic
Committee, he established the Dental Clinic at St. Luke's Hospital,
Newburgh; was vice-president of the Greater Newburgh Community Chest; a
member of St. Luke's Hospital Board of Managers and chairman of the
School of Nursing for 11 years; was an original member of the Newburgh
Flourine Advisory Committee; was president of the Newburgh Public Health
and Tuberculosis Association; was president of the Amphion Glee Club,
Newburgh and of the Hudson Valley Male Chorus Association; was treasurer
and governor of the Atlantic Conference of Male Choruses; was a charter
member and trustee of the Newburgh Civic Theatre; and was president of
the NFA Alumni Association. Fowler served as director of the Board of
Ramapo Catskill Library system from 1967-73; and was on the Board of
Directors of NAID (Newburgh Area Industrial Developers Corp.) from
1967-77. He was a member of the Channel City Club in Santa Barbara,
Calif., and has resided in Santa Barbara since 1979. Survivors include
one son, Bartlett D. Fowler of Cvnarillo, Calif.; one daughter, Barbara
F. Raber of Santa Barbara, Calif.; two sisters, Mrs. John (ELeanor)
Delarede of Zephyr- hills, Fla., and Mrs. John B. (Katherine) Rhoades of
Alhambra, Calif.; one grandson, Scott Robert Fowler of Camarillo,
Calif.; one granddaughter, Suzanne Courteen Fowler of Camarillo, Calif.
A memorial funeral service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at the Coloni
Funeral Home, Route 9W, New Windsor with the Rev. Carlos Lantis
officiating.
Hartley, Patricia Ann Simms, of Newburgh N.Y. entered into eternal rest
on Saturday, December 9, 2006 at Albany Medical Center. She fell
suddenly ill while at work as a substitute teacher at Newburgh Free
Academy on the morning of Friday, December 8, 2006 and passed on early
the next morning. She was a young and vibrant 64 years old. She is
survived by her husband, Richard; her daughter and son-in-law, Davida
and Brad Franz of Cincinnati, Ohio; her daughter, Juanita Gable of
Boulder, Colo.; and her son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Alicia
Simms of Greenville, S.C. She is also survived by her mother, Rosella
Hartley of Indianapolis, Ind.; and her sister and brother-in-law, Carol
and Rex Joseph, also of Indianapolis, Ind. She was also greatly loved by
her three beautiful grandchildren, Odessa and Novella Franz, and Michael
"Mikey" Simms; and her nieces and nephew and their families and, of
course, her many friends. She was predeceased by her loving father,
Kelso Hartley. Pat was born on March 22, 1942 and grew up in Dayton,
Ohio. She received a BS degree in Business Administration from Indiana
University, a BA in Visual Arts from S.U.N.Y. New Paltz, and a Masters
Degree in Art Education also from S.U.N.Y. New Paltz. She worked for
over 15 years as an educator for many schools in the Hudson Valley
including schools in Newburgh, Kingston, Spring Valley, N.Y., and West
Point. In the last years of her life she worked tirelessly as a
substitute teacher at Newburgh Free Academy. Pat served as the
Chairperson of the Executive Committee for the Newburgh Teachers'
Association's Substitute Chapter. Prior to that, she was the
Vice-Chairperson. Pat was on the negotiating team for their most recent
Substitute Contract, which the chapter ratified in October. She was very
active in representing the Substitutes of Newburgh. Pat attended the
N.T.A. Delegate Assemblies, and voted on behalf of the subs; she was
their voice. In addition, she attended the N.T.A. Leadership Conferences
and diligently represented the substitutes for whom she served. The
teachers, staff, students, and substitutes will miss Pat's persistent
presence and effort to better all involved. Pat was also a gifted
artist, and was active in the "art scene" throughout the area. She was a
long time member of the Newburgh Artists Salon, participating in open
studio events, and the arts community in general. She had a wonderful
creativity about her, always fearlessly taking on new challenges, and
was always admired for her creative courage! Pat was also a committed
member of the Middletown Art Group where she served as Secretary to the
organization and participated in all of their recent expositions. She
also studied at the Garrison Arts Center in Garrison, N.Y. and painted
there every Saturday morning. Pat also loved choral music. She sang in
the alto section with both the Newburgh Symphonic Chorale, and prior to
that with the Orange County Classic Choral Society, and, of course,
weekly with her church choir. Most recently, she sang the Messiah at the
West Point Chapel with the combined choruses present on Sunday, December
3, 2006. Beyond, art, teaching, and music, Pat also volunteered at
Winter Haven, the homeless center in the Newburgh Ministry building in
Newburgh, and also served a term on the Board of Open Space, a program
for teen mothers located at St. George's Church. Visitation will be at
Brooks Funeral Home at 481 Gidney Avenue, Newburgh today, Friday,
December 15, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. The funeral will be on Saturday,
December 16, at 11 a.m., at St. George's Episcopal Church, 105 Grand
St., Newburgh. Mother Deborah Dresser will officiate. There will be a
reception to follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions may be made to St. George's Church at the address noted
above. To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral
home, please visit BrooksFH.com, or call 845-561-8300
Henderson,
Hazel Mary Roe 92, of Myrtle Beach, a former lifelong resident of
Newburgh, New York, died Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at home in Myrtle Beach.
Daughter of the late Elsie M. Dusenbury and William R. Henderson, she
was born April 1, 1916 in Newburgh, New York, and was married for 54
years to LeGrand Roe, who passed away in 1990. She was also predeceased
by her daughter, Dianne L. Dellamarco; brother, William Edwin Henderson;
and sisters, Elsie Marie Johnson and Amy Florence Rosborough. Hazel was
employed by the Williams Bakery, Newburgh, N.Y., and also the Newburgh
School District, where she was office manager of Newburgh Free Academy
for many years. She had an outstanding memory and would recall countless
in-school situations with the many students and teachers, who passed
through the school's main office over the years. A lifelong member of
Moulton Memorial Baptist Church, Hazel was for many years active in the
Beta Eta class of the church. She was a member of the Hudson River
Chapter No. 362, Order of the Eastern Star, Quilters of the Hudson
Highlands, was a former member of the board of managers of the Amos and
Sarah Holden Home, and a member of the Orange-Rockland Fraternal
Association. Hazel was a loving, caring person to all and will be missed
by all who knew her over the years. The family wishes to thank
personally, Norma Norbes, her personal care giver, and the staff of
Mercy Hospice of Myrtle Beach. She is survived by her son, David LeGrand
Roe and his wife, Susan, of Myrtle Beach; four grandchildren, David D.
Roe of Pine Bush, Jeffrey T. Roe of the Town of Newburgh, N.Y., Kelli E.
Philo of Myrtle Beach, and Gregory LeGrand Roe of the Town of Newburgh,
N.Y.; five great-grandchildren, Jessica Roe, Christine Roe, Taylor
Philo, Jordan Philo and Jonathan Roe; nieces, Marie Roberts of the Town
of Newburgh, N.Y., Donna Ludwig of Richmond, Va., and Barbara Johnson of
Jacksonville, Fla.; and nephew, Jon Rosborough of Wilmington, N.C.
Visitation will be held from 2 until 5 p.m. Sunday, May 11, 2008 in
Brooks Funeral Home, Newburgh, N.Y. Funeral services will be held 10:30
a.m. Monday, May 12, 2008 in Cedar Hill Mausoleum Chapel, Newburgh.
Entombment will follow in Cedar Hill Mausoleum.
Hildebrant, Blanche Born Aug. 7,
1907 Died March 13, 1996
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Jackson, Robert Stewart 79, of Wurtsboro, NY, winter residence
of Sarasota, FL and formerly of Marlboro, NY, died Saturday, February 13,
2010, at the Tidewell Hospice Home, in Sarasota, FL. Born in Newburgh, NY,
on August 16, 1930, He was the son of the late Samuel and Elizabeth
(Spiers) Jackson. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Anna Dina who
passed away on July 29, 2002. Robert was a graduate of NFA High School and
held the record for the 220 meter dash at NFA. He earned his Bachelor
Degree from Cortland, and his Masters from New Paltz. He was a Science
Teacher at South Junior High School in Newburgh, NY. Mr. Jackson was an
undefeated Track Coach for NFA for 10 years, a Night Principal at NFA, and
Administrator of the Adult Education Program. He is survived by fianceé,
"Mary Ann Dowling of Wurtsboro, NY; two daughters, Dina and husband,
Ronald Rafferty of East Hampton, LI, Patti Jackson of South Hampton, LI;
two sons, Bobby Jackson and Michele Post of Marlboro, NY, David Jackson of
Monticello, NY; grandson, Jackson Robert Rafferty; granddaughters, Anna
Michele Rafferty and Brittany Ellen Jackson. Member of the Elks Club for
27 years. He served The United States Army in the Korean War. He was an
avid Fly Fisherman. In lieu of flowers Memorial Donations may be made to:
Lou Gehrig's disease Foundation, Columbia University ALS Gift Fund,
Columbia University Medical Center, 100 Haven Ave. Suite 29D, New York, NY
10032 and/or The Humane Society of New York, 306 East 59th Street, New
York, NY 10022. (212) 752-4842, Web: www.humanesocietyny.org
Friends may call Wednesday Evening from 7-9 p.m. at The
DiDonato Funeral Home, 1290 Route 9W, Marlboro, NY. Funeral service will
be held Thursday, February 18, at 10 a.m. at The DiDonato Funeral Home,
1290 Route 9W, Marlboro, NY. Burial will follow at The Cedar Hill
Cemetery, Route 9W, Newburgh, NY.
Karg, Susan Lynne Champion of Montgomery, NY, a retired Physical
Education teacher for the Newburgh School District, and a resident of
the area died Thursday, March 17, 2011, in Middletown. She was 67. The
daughter of the late Arthur Karg and June Karg Kertis, she was born
April 19, 1943 in Rocky River, Ohio. She and her husband shared an
overwhelming love of life and the outdoors, and together spent their
days camping, hiking, biking, fishing, geocaching and birding throughout
the Northeast and on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Survivors
include her husband Dick; daughter Jenn Goebel and husband Matt of
Franklin, MA; grandchildren Emmett and Olivia; mother June Kertis and
sister Kaye Kathe of Ohio; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A
memorial gathering will be on Monday March 21, 2011 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM
at Overhiser Funeral Home, 78 Union St. Montgomery, NY. Family and
friends will be sharing memories of Sue at 7:00 PM. Cremation will be in
Cedar Hill Crematory in Newburgh, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Kavanagh,
James R. age 70, of Cornwall, entered into rest on December 5, 2009, at
his home. Mr. Kavanagh was a school teacher with the Newburgh Enlarged
School District NFA, and retired police officer with the
Cornwall-On-Hudson Police Dept. The son of James J. Kavanagh and Lillian
Manning Kavanagh, he was born September 1, 1939 in the Bronx. Survivors
include his daughter, Lisa Nazzaro and her husband, Donald of Central
Valley; nephews: James J. and Peter Kavanagh; close friend, Patricia
Fogarty of Newburgh; sister-in-law, Emily Kavanagh of Lindenhurst, and
grandchild, Kristen Marie Nazzaro. In addition to being a police officer
with the Cornwall-On-Hudson Police Dept. for 18 years, he was with the
Palisade Park Police, Blooming Grove Police Dept., Village of
Washingtonville Police Dept., and Town of Marlboro Police Dept. Schools
that Jim taught at include: Sacred Heart School, Manhattan; Materchriste
School, Queens; Lincoln Hall, Somers; Pleasant Hill Cottage School,
Pleasant Valley; BOCES, Southern Westchester County. Visitation will be
held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Tuesday, December 8, at Quigley Bros.
Funeral Home, 337 Hudson St., Cornwall-On-Hudson. A Mass of Christian
Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Wednesday, December 9, at St.
Thomas of Canterbury Church, Cornwall-On-Hudson, with burial to follow
in St. Thomas Cemetery in Cornwall.
Kohl , Norma Scheinlerof Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Formerly of Newburgh,
N.Y. a retired teacher who taught business classes in Newburgh Free
Academy as well as Tappan Zee High School, died Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2005
in Fort Lauderdale. She was 101. The daughter of the late William and
Jane McQuillan Kohl, she was born August 3, 1904 in Newburgh. She was a
graduate of Plattsburgh State Teachers College and New York University.
After retiring, she and her husband Curtis moved to Fort Lauderdale in
1971. She was the widow of Curtis Scheinler. Survivors include five
nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Dorothy Morris of
Newburgh. There will be no visitation. Graveside funeral services will
be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 22 at Calvary Cemetery, New
Windsor. Arrangements are by White & Venuto Funeral Home, 188 North
Plank Rd. (Rt. 32), Newburgh.
Krafft,
Charles G. of Mountainville, N.Y. a retired school teacher for Newburgh
Free Academy and a long time area resident, entered into rest Monday,
March 4, 2002, at Ormond Beach Memorial Medical Center, Ormond Beach,
Fla.. He was 73. The son of the late Charles Krafft and Rose Hommel
Krafft, he was born Sept. 14, 1928 in the Bronx. Mr. Krafft was the past
owner and operator of the Mountainville Manor Catering. He served as a
Town of Cornwall Councilman for 16 years. He was a graduate of Orange
County Community College; State University of New York at Albany, and
received an M.B.A. from New York University. He served as a staff
sergeant with the U.S. Army in Korea. His many memberships in the
community include a charter member of the King of Kings Lutheran Church,
New Windsor; Retired Teachers Chapter of Newburgh; NYS Retired Teachers
Assoc.; Board of Directors of the Friends of the Cornwall Library;
Executive Member of the Orange County Republican Committee; Vice
President of the Cornwall Republican Club; Member of the Black Rock Fish
and Game Club of Mountainville; Charter Member of Mountainville Eng. Co.
#3; Member of the Masonic Lodge, Cornwall; Newburgh Elks #247;
Mountainville/Little Britain Grange; and Past NYS Committeeman.
Survivors include his loving wife of 42 years, Carol Ann Robinson
Krafft, whom he married on Oct. 15, 1962; three sons, David Krafft and
his wife Mary Beth of Mountainville; Richard Krafft and his wife
Kimberly of Greenville, S.C.; Paul Krafft and his wife Lindy of
Mountainville; a sister, Rose Krafft Thomsom and husband Joseph of
Mountainville; four grandchildren, Jessica, Aimee, Nicholas, and Matthew
Krafft; one uncle, Henry Krafft of Mountainville, and several nieces,
nephews and cousins. Family will receive their friends 2 to 4 and 7 to 9
p.m., Friday, March 8, at Quigley Brothers Funeral Home, 337 Hudson St.,
Cornwall-on-Hudson. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, March
9, at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 543 Union Ave, New Windsor. Burial
will be in the family plot at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Mountainville.
Memorial contributions in Charle's memory may be sent to the Friends of
the Cornwall Library, 395 Hudson St., Cornwall, N.Y. 12518;
Mountainville Eng. #30, P.O. Box 11, Mountainville, N.Y. 10953; or King
of Kings Church, 543 Union Ave., New Windsor, NY 12553. Funeral
arrangements are by Kevin Quigley, Quigley Bros. Funeral Home,
Cornwall-on-Hudson.
Malizia, Fred P. of Cornwall, NY, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, July
16, 2013 in his home beside his beloved wife. Fred was born in West New
York, NJ on February 6, 1925. After graduating high school, Fred began
his 24 years of dedicated service to our nation in the U.S. Navy,
followed by the U.S. Air Force, and culminating his military career with
15 years in the U.S. Army. He retired as a Master Sergeant in the United
States Military Academy Band at West Point where he was Section Leader
of Percussion in the Concert Band. While in the Army, Fred received his
MBA from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Shortly after leaving the
service, Fred began his career at Newburgh Free Academy where he was a
business teacher and mentor for 27 years. Fred was also an adjunct
professor for adult evening classes at NFA for Orange County Community
College. Fred was steadfast about education, his students' success and
the power of a positive mind. His thirst for knowledge brought him to
SUNY New Paltz in pursuit of a doctorate degree. While at NFA, he began
what would be 30+ years as tax preparer with Frank Scarzfava Bookkeeping
Service. He was also the trusted business manager for 18 years at his
daughter's business, the Chiropractic Health Center of Walden, now the
Hudson Valley Whole Life Center of Newburgh. Fred was a devoted husband,
father, grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend. Nothing gave him greater
joy than to be with his "girls", his loving wife and family. Fred was
famous for his short one-liners, sure to brighten any moment, even in
the most trying times. Along with his million-dollar smile, sparkling
eyes, and great wit, he will always be remembered as a gentleman with a
dapper sense of style. His passion for music continued throughout his
life where he performed as a drummer with numerous bands across the
tri-state area. Fred was also known to be both an avid golfer and tennis
player where he spent many joyous hours on the court and links with
friends. He leaves behind the love of his life, Dorothy; his two
daughters: Marianne Malizia and her husband, Theodore Maichosis; Dr.
Carol Ann Malizia and her companion, Kevin Hayes; granddaughter,
Michelle Marino (Rodemers) and her husband, Richard Marino. Many of
those in our community and across the country were influenced by his
loving demeanor and know that Fred has been welcomed into heaven with
abundance. The Malizia family would like to extend a special thank you
to his doctors: Hossain, Aziz, Wen, Portelli, and Gosselin, who assisted
in the longevity of Fred's life. The family will be receiving friends
and family from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, July 23rd at William F. Hogan
Funeral Home, 135 Main Street, Highland Falls. A Funeral Mass will be
celebrated at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 24th at Most Holy Trinity
Catholic Chapel in West Point, immediately followed by a full military
burial with honors in West Point Cemetery. Funeral arrangements by
William F. Hogan Funeral Home, 845-446-2868,www.wfhoganfuneralhome.com
Masterson,
George V. "Lanky" of New Windsor, a retired teacher and coach in the
Newburgh School District, and a lifelong resident of the area, died
Tuesday, July 9, 1996 in Goshen. The son of the late Francis and
Ethel Young Masterson, he was born in Newburgh. He was the widower
of Hazel Woska Masterson. He was a member of Monsignor Henry
O'Carroll Knights of Columbus, Newburgh; the New York State Teachers
Association; and the Alumni Association of the State University College
of New Paltz. He also was a delegate for the National and State
Teachers, American Federation of Teachers. Survivors include one
daughter Georgann Goulding of New Windsor; one grandson, Jeffrey Betters
of New Windsor and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2
to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney
Ave. Newburgh. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday
at Sacred Heart Church, Newburgh. Burial wil be in Calvary
Cemetery, New Windsor. Memorial contributions may be sent to the
George "Lanky" Masterson Memorial Fund, c/o Mary Kalfas, Treasurer,
Newburgh School District, 124 Grand St. Newburgh NY 12550.
Posted by Joe Cariffe
Mr. Masterson was my homeroom teacher in 10th grade. I remember him to
be calm, classy...and soft-spoken...a true gentleman. He was a calming
force during a turbulent time. He'll be missed. God speed.
McDonough, William Wall of Newburgh, N.Y. a former vice
principal for Newburgh Free Academy and lifetime resident of the area,
entered into rest, Thursday, April 13, 2000, in St. Luke's Hospital,
Newburgh. He was 87. The son of the late William Joseph and Margaret
Daniher McDonough, he was born Sept. 15, 1912, in Newburgh. He was the
widower of Marion Farone McDonough, who passed away in 1987. A graduate
of Newburgh Free Academy, he earned his bachelor of science degree from
Middlebury College in Middlebury, Vt., where he was also a member of
Kappa Delta Rho Fraternity and Kappa Phi Kappa National Education
Fraternity. He also attended Bates College in Lewiston, Maine and earned
his master's degree from SUNY Albany. He was awarded Doctor of Humane
Letters from Mt. St. Mary College in 1980. He taught as instructor of
the USMA Ground School, teaching navigation, bombing, instruments and
aircraft recognition, as well as an instructor of mathematics at USMA
Preparatory School. He also served in Air Force Statistical Control at
the Pentagon. With 44 years in education, he taught social studies and
math at Newburgh Free Academy; was a guidance counselor at North Junior
High School, South Junior High School and Newburgh Free Academy; and was
coach of the golf team, assistant coach of basketball and football, as
well as a soccer coach at Central Grammar School. He was Vice Principal
for Newburgh Free Academy for 17 years, and after retiring in 1969, was
an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education at Mt. St. Mary
College and the Director of Placement, retiring from these positions in
1977. He was also instructor of navigation for Rockwell Flying School in
Newburgh; an instructor for Walden Flying School; and instructor for
Oblate Fathers Seminary in Newburgh. He was a member of the NYS Teachers
Association; Newburgh Teachers Association; Newburgh Administration
Council; NYS Administration Council; NFA Parent Teachers Association;
NYS Retired Teachers Association; Newburgh Retired Teachers Association;
and St. Patrick's Parish Council. He served on the Board of Directors of
Family Services; president of the PTA at Mt. St. Mary Academy; served on
the counsel of United Way; was an honorary member of Omega Psi Phi
Fraternity; and served as an official at US PGA Senior Golf tournaments
at SHCC for seven years. Survivors include two daughters, Mary Ann
Godwin of Tarrytown and Karen Sturges of Marlborough, Mass.; five
grandchildren, Elizabeth and Anne Godwin and Sarah, Jeffrey and Timothy
Sturges; one nephew, Byron York; three nieces, Barbara Whistler, Frances
Bouton and Beverly Cobb; and several greatnieces and greatnephews. He
was predeceased by one sister, Christine McDonough York; and one
grandson, William Godwin. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9
p.m. today, Sunday, April 16, at the DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home, 481
Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at
10 a.m. Monday, April 17, in St. Patrick's Church, Newburgh. Entombment,
with full military honors, will be in Cedar Hill Mausoleum in Newburgh.
Memorial contributions, in honor of Bill, may be sent to the William and
Marion McDonough Book Fund, c/o Mt. St. Mary College, 330 Powell Ave.,
Newburgh, N.Y. 12550. Arrangements under the direction of
DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home. -- Added note William
Wall McDonough, also taught Math & Social Studies as a teacher at
NFA.
Mee, John W. formerly of Cornwall, N.Y. a retired principal from North
Junior High, Newburgh, died on Monday, June 7, 2004 at his home in
Western, Mexico. He was 67. The son of William Robert Mee and Ellen
Frances Pickley, he was born November 10, 1936 in Endicott. Mr. Mee
graduated from Fordham College in 1958. After serving the US Counter
Intelligence in Germany he taught mathematics and coached soccer at
Storm King School in Cornwall-on-Hudson. In 1963 he joined the faculty
of Newburgh Free Academy, eventually becoming vice principal. He was
later appointed Principal of North Junior High, Newburgh, where he
served until his retirement in 1994. Survivors include his wife, the
former Martha J. Ochse of Ajijic, Mexico; four children, John Andrew Mee
of Washington, D.C., Jennifer Morris and Jane Cibik, both of Atlanta,
Ga., and Christopher Mee of Highland Mills; a brother, Mike Mee of
Endicott, and Cambridge, Mass.; two stepdaughters, Joanna Giddings of
Old Greenwich, Conn. and Dr. Virginia Giddings of Mountain View, Calif.;
and several grandchildren. Funeral services were held June 12 in Ajijic,
Mexico. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 26 at 12 p.m.
at St. Patrick's Church, Rt. 32, Highland Mills. -->
Merritt,
Roger E. of Las Vegas, NV, formerly of Cornwall on Hudson, NY, passed
away on March 22, 2014 after a long illness. The son of the late Emmett
P. Merritt and Marjorie Corwin Merritt, he was born February 23, 1935 in
Cornwall, NY. He was a Newburgh Free Academy and Cornell University
graduate. After college he served in the U.S. Army. He was a teacher for
the Newburgh School System for 29 years. We will remember him as a
loving husband, devoted son, caring brother and the world's best dad. He
was a quiet man who enjoyed gardening, classical music, wood carving,
the great outdoors but most of all spending time with his family. He is
survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Helen Thomas Merritt of Las
Vegas; his son, James R. Merritt and his wife, Kerry of Cornwall on
Hudson, NY; his daughter, Susan P. Merritt and her husband, Edward Shinn
of Las Vegas, NV; his son, Peter J. Merritt and his wife, Cheryl of
North Kingstown, RI; grandsons, JD, Shane, Hayden and Colin Merritt. He
is also survived by his brother, Thurl Merritt of Newburgh, NY; his
sister, Pamela Donato and her husband, Carmen of Cornwall, NY; several
nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister in law, Barbara
Merritt. There will be no visitation; cremation and burial will be held
privately at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please
make donations to Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, 800 Stony
Brook Ct., Newburgh, NY 12550.
Meyer,
Margaret Goodrich, of Town of Newburgh, died at her residence Saturday,
March 16, 2002, after a long illness. Born July 26, 1907, in Saginaw,
Mich., she was the daughter of the late Dr. Henry J. Meyer and Rose
Steinert. Mrs. Goodrich was the wife of the late Richard J. Goodrich,
who died May 27, 1992. Mrs. Goodrich was a graduated of the University
of Michigan and later received her masters degree from SUNY New Paltz.
As head of the art department at Newburgh Free Academy for many years,
she guided many gifted students into fruitful careers and was
respectfully known as "mom" to all her students. She is survived by her
son, Richard "Rick" M. Goodrich of the Town of Newburgh; five
grandchildren, David K. Goodrich, Dawn McKenzie, Laurie Dodge Cummings,
Debbie Cobb and Joy A. Goodrich Walker; and seven great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by a daughter, Margo Dodge. Visitation will be from
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, at White & Venuto Funeral
Home, 188 N. Plank Rd. (Rte 32), Town of Newburgh. Funeral service will
be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 20, at First Baptist Church, corner of
South and West St. Pastor Campbell Thompson will officiate. Burial will
be follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery. If desired, kindly make memorial
contributions to American Cancer Society, 419 East Main St., Wisner
Professional Building, Suite 307B, Middletown, NY 10940. Funeral
arrangements in care of White & Venuto Funeral Home.
Minerley,
Robert W. 91, of Covenant Towers, Myrtle Beach, SC died on Tuesday,
March 2, 2009. He was born July 25, 1917 in Newburgh, New York, son of
the late Robert B. and Hattie P. Minerley. He was predeceased by his
wife, Ruth T. Minerley. He graduated from NFA in June 1935 per NFA
listing. In January 1946 he was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy.
As a Navy Specialist First Class, Physical Training Instructor, he used
his skills to rehabilitate wounded servicemen returning from the
battlefield. He was awarded the World War II Victory Medal (American
Theatre). A physical education instructor, he taught for 40 years at the
Walkill High School, Walkill, N.Y., the Mount Vernon High School, Mount
Vernon, N.Y. and the Newburgh Free Academy, Newburgh, N.Y. As a physical
education instructor at Newburgh Free Academy, he coached several
extremely successful high school swimming teams that won numerous
regional competitions in New York State. Additionally, he coached the
Newburgh Free Academy varsity golf team. For 35 years, he was a member
of the Powelton Club, Balmville, N.Y. and also the swimming pool
director. As the swimming instructor, he taught hundreds of children to
swim. He was a member of Surfside United Methodist Church. Survivors
include his son, Richard R. Minerley and his wife, Margie, of Lilburn,
Ga.; a daughter, Joan R. Flanigan and her husband, Timothy, of
Summerville; grandchildren, Lori Hobart of Philadelphia, Pa., Jeffrey R.
Minerley of Milwaukee, Wis., Craig R. Hobart of Surfside Beach, and
Susan J. Baglas of Largo, Fla.; and four great-grandchildren. A memorial
service will be held at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel on Friday,
March 6, 2009 at 1 p.m. Please sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com
or www.TheSunNews.com
Memorials may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 200 E. Woodlawn Rd.
Ste. 156 Charlotte, NC. 28217.
Mosca, Andrew M. Jr. of Milton, N.Y. a retired history teacher in the
Newburgh School District and a 50-year Milton resident, entered into
rest Monday, January 6, 2003 at St. Luke's Hospital, Newburgh after a
courageous 3-year battle with diffuse systematic scleroderma. He was 59.
Andy was the son of the late Andrew and Mary Puzio Mosca. He was born
July 2, 1943 in St. Luke's Hospital, but spent the first nine years of
his life growing up in the Bronx. He was a 1961 graduate of Marlboro
High School and a college graduate of the University of Albany, where he
acquired a Bachelor's Degree. He then went on to receive a Master's
Degree and began his career teaching history. To Andy, teaching was more
than just a job and a way of life; it was his way to enhance the lives
of others. As advisor for People's Party in the N.F.A
Youth-In-Government Program, he helped cultivate political knowledge and
awareness in his students. He was also an active member of St. James
Catholic Church in Milton. By writing the history for his church's 125th
jubilee, he was able to blend his love of history with his faith in God.
Andy was an 15-year active member and former president of the Newburgh
Camera Club. Camping always provided him the scenery to take meaningful
photographs while spending time with his family. An avid and skilled
photographer, he could always capture the innate beauty of nature and
people. His capability of choosing the right subjects did not end there.
Even the most inanimate objects were brought to life in his photos. A
family statement reads, "He was a kind, loving, patient, selfless man
who was a genuine treasure to all." Survivors include his devoted loving
wife, Karen at home; his son, Andrew also at home; and his daughter,
Beth McNair of Hyde Park. He is also survived by his sister, Patricia
Mackey and her husband, Oliver, of Milton; his niece, Jean Marie Caisse
and her husband, Mark, of Santa Clara, Calif.; his nephew, Stepehen
Mackey and his wife, Tracy, of Milton; and grandnieces, Marissa and
Kelly. Additional survivors include his aunts, Mary Ranalli of Milton,
Agnes Puzio of Andover, Mass., Janet Mosca of Millbrook; and several
cousins. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., Thursday, January
9, at the DiDonato Funeral Home, Route 9W, Marlboro. A Mass will be
celebrated at 10 a.m., Friday, January 10 at St. James Roman Catholic
Church, 12 Main St., Milton. Father Fred Kempfirl will officiate. Burial
will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Lattintown Road, Marlboro. In lieu
of flowers, memorial donations on Andy's behalf may be made to the
Sclerodema Foundation, Tri-State Chapter, 1182 Teaneck Road, Teaneck, NJ
07666. Arrangements were made by the DiDonato Funeral Home, Marlboro.
Panzetta, John T.
of New Windsor, passed away on Friday, July 29, 2011, at Valley View
Center for Nursing Care & Rehabilitation in Goshen. He was 89. Son
of the late James and Mary Calvani Panzetta, he was born December 22,
1921 in Pennsylvania. He married Marjorie E. Panzetta, who predeceased
him on June 15, 2011. John was a retired Business Teacher at Newburgh
Free Academy in Newburgh, a former member and officer of the New Windsor
Lions Club, and a Union Delegate for the Newburgh Teacher's Association.
John was also a veteran who served in the United States Army during
World War II. He is survived by two daughters, Kathy Reilly and her
husband, Peter of the Town of Newburgh, Patricia Corkedale and her
husband, John of New Windsor; grandchildren: Beth Ellen Reilly and Peter
Michael Reilly Jr. of the Town of Newburgh, Jaime Ligas and her husband,
Adam of East Berlin, CT, and Tricia Corkedale of New Windsor;
great-grandchildren, Alexandra Grace Reilly and Peter Michael Reilly
III; several nieces, nephews, and family friends. In addition to his
wife, John was predeceased by his brother, Nicholas Panzetta, and three
sisters, Louise Sleight, Theresa Roth, and Dolores James. Memorial
Visitation will be held from 1-2 p.m., Thursday, August 4, at Brooks
Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. Funeral Services will take
place following the visitation at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of
flowers, contributions in John's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's
Assn., 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601; www.alz.org To send
condolences or for directions, please visit www.BrooksFH.com
or call 845-561-8300
Pearlman,
Jeanette "Jan" Whited of Cornwall-on-Hudson, N.Y. a retired teacher in
the Newburgh School District and lifelong resident of the area, died at
Elant of Newburgh on Sunday, July 25, 2004. She was 83 years old. The
daughter of Louis and Minnie Siegler Pearlman, she was born July 20,
1921 in Newburgh. She was the widow of Robert C. Whited, whom she
married in 1941. He passed away in 1994. One of Newburgh Free Academy's
youngest students, she graduated at age 14. She was a graduate of
S.U.N.Y. New Paltz and completed Special Education Certification and
graduate work at Teacher's College, Columbia University and New York
University. Mrs. Whited was a special education teacher at South Junior
High, Newburgh for 39 years. She also did psychological testing in the
Newburgh School System. She taught English, Remedial and speed reading
at N.F.A. summer sessions and Adult Education evening classes. In her
early years, she worked summers as a Newburgh playground leader,
supervisor of crafts in the city playgrounds and craft instructors at
the Y.M.C.A. Day Camp. She also was a Girl Scout Leader. Mrs. Whited set
up and supervised the Newburgh Jewish Community Center Day Camp in its
beginning years. An outstanding athlete in high school and college, she
was active in Ladies and mixed bowling leagues in the area for many
years. She was "generous with her time and talents." She was a member of
the Newburgh Area Retired teachers Association, N.Y.S. Retired Teachers
Association, National Retired Teachers Association, A.A.R.P., American
Diabetes Association, N.Y. Chapter, Arthritis Foundation, Club 55+ at
Cornwall Hospital and Friends of the Cornwall Public Library. She is
survived by a brother-in-law, Jerry Beckwith of Poughkeepsie;
sisters-in-law, Ruth Ferguson of Cornwall, Beverly Pearlman of Boca
Raton, Fla. and a dear friend Lenore Smith of New Windsor and cousins,
nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. She was predeceased by
a sister Roberta Beckwith of Poughkeepsie and a brother Seymour Pearlman
of Albany and Boca Raton, Fla. and her beloved husband Robert C. Whited.
Services will be held at Doulin Newburgh Funeral Home, Inc. on Wednesday
July 28 from 10 to 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, New
Windsor. Memorial contributions may be made the American Heart Assoc.,
American Diabetes Assoc., or the charity of choice.
Pesetzky, Shirley passed in July 2008 at age 90. Shirley taught
P.E. at N.F.A. for 20 years retiring in 1979, passed in July 2008 at age
90. She grew up in Bronx N.Y. and graduated from N.Y.U. in 1940 and in
1958, moved to Newburgh and started teaching.
Peters, Mr. John H.
age 78, formerly of 44 Glen Street, Augusta, ME., passed away Monday
January 29, 2007 at the home of his daughter with whom he recently
resided, following a long illness. He was born September 17, 1928 in
Gardiner, ME., son of Harry C. & E. Doris Peters. John graduated
from Gardiner High School, class of 1946. He proudly served in the Army
National Guard and then the Air Force for over 30 years, including a
tour of duty in Vietnam. Upon retirement from the military he embarked
on his second career, teaching ROTC for over 10 years at Newburgh Free
Academy in Newburgh, NY. Having retired again, John and his wife Lillian
returned to Maine to enjoy their retirement. John wasn't one to sit
still during retirement; he was employed part-time for many years by
Schatz & Fletcher Associates. He liked to tell people that his
position was "Chief of Procurement and Disbursements" and enjoyed their
reaction when he explained he ordered supplies and took out the trash!
In addition to a steady and healthy work ethic, John throughout his life
had many interests. Early in his life he played the trumpet and spent
many evenings playing in a band at Island Park. He enjoyed listening to
"Big Band" music throughout his life. He had a love of photography,
playing chess, fishing, gardening and a passion for cooking. In his
later years, he became known for his wonderful cheesecakes and cookies.
John was a member of Cushnoc Senior Citizens, Air Force Sergeants
Association, VFW, American Legion and the Elks. John was pre-deceased by
his Father, Harry C. Peters in 1993 and his wife of 25 years Lillian J.
Peters in 2005. He is survived by his mother, E. Doris Peters of
Pittston and a sister, Patricia Blanden of New Hampshire. In addition,
John was a father of eight: Timothy (Rosalie) of New York; Judith
Baranik, Susan Vipond (Randy) of California; Kathleen Valente (Richard)
of Georgia; Daniel of Alabama; Patrick of California; Thomas of North
Carolina and Mary Calhoun (Rob) of Montana. In addition he is survived
by his wife's children, David Arbour (Margaret), Stephen Arbour of
Augusta, ME; Michael Arbour ( Theresa) of Manchester, ME and Marie
Charest (Richard) of Winthrop, ME. John was grandfather to 22 and a
great grand father to 5. A memorial service will be conducted with
military honors provided by The American Legion Post #143, Wednesday,
January 31, 2007 at 6 PM from Martin & Hightower Heritage Chapel.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, January 31 from 5:30 until
the funeral hour. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the
Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301 Cincinnati, OH. 45250-0301.
Messages of condolences may be sent to the family at www.martin-hightower.com
Martin & Hightower Heritage Chapel of Carrollton has charge of the
arrangements.
Prackelt, Duane Allen of Newburgh,NY unexpectedly entered into eternal
rest on December 20, 2014 at home. He was 67 years old. Duane was the
son of the late Arthur and Catherine (Arnold) Prackelt. Duane graduated
from SUNY New Paltz in 1969 and was a member of the Kappa fraternity.
Duane went on to teach at NFA in the Newburgh School District for 34
years and retired in 2002. He was very involved with the NFA crew team
during his years at NFA and stayed active with the team after his
retirement. Duane was an avid hunter and fisherman, passing his love of
the outdoors to his children and grandchildren. He was a Lifetime member
of the NRA and was actively involved with many hunting clubs, including
the Walden Sportsman’s Club, Black Rock Fish and Game Club, Woodbury
Field and Stream Club and the Tri-County Archers. Duane is survived by
his loving wife of 46 years at home, Barbara (Gasperetti) Prackelt; his
loving children: April Schmick and husband Herb, Duane Prackelt and wife
Carla; his grandchildren Jessica Schmick, Alexander Prackelt and
Nicholas Prackelt; and his faithful dogs Xena, Lady Remington and Lady
Smith. A celebration of his life will be held from 1 to 5 pm on
Saturday, December 27 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh.
A reception will follow.
Puglisi, Anthony W.
of New Paltz, a retired high school teacher at Newburgh Free Academy and
a longtime resident of New Paltz, died Saturday, March 2, 2002, at home.
He was 69. The son of Gina Indelicato Puglisi and the late Joseph
Puglisi of Queens, he was born July 4, 1932, in Brooklyn. In addition to
being a teacher, he was a former New Paltz Police Commissioner, former
vice president of New Paltz School Board, and former president of New
Paltz Home Owners Association. He was also a member of the Veterans of
Foreign Wars chapter in New Paltz and the Italian Club in Poughkeepsie.
He is survived by his wife, Kathryn M. Iannone Puglisi; his mother,
Gina; two sons, Joseph Puglisi of Kingston and John Puglisi and his wife
Melissa of Fayetteville; one daughter, Jane Verney and her husband Jimmy
of Highland; sister, Lila Garofalo and her husband Russell of Jamaica,
N.Y.; brother, Victor Puglisi and his wife Roberta of Arnold, Md.; four
grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 2
to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, March 4, at Copeland Funeral Home,
Inc., 162 South Putt Corners Rd., New Paltz. A Mass of Christian Burial
will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 5, at St. Joseph's Church, New
Paltz. Burial will follow at St. Charles Cemetery. Memorial
contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 112 Green St.,
Kingston, NY 12401, or Sloan-Kettering Memorial Hospital, 1275 York
Ave., New York, NY 10021. Arrangements were made by Copeland Funeral
Home, Inc., New Paltz.
Reid, Archie Joseph - born September 27, 1975 in Middletown New York.
Died Sunday March 11, 2012. The son of Archibald and Camille Grassi
Reid, he was 36 years old. Archie was an English teacher at Newburgh
Free Academy. He is survived by his parents, his wife, Luz Melendez Reid
of Wallkill, NY his brother Daniel Reid and his wife Jan Edmunds of New
Paltz, NY, his sister Jo Ann Cassisi and her husband Micky of Walden,
NY. He was a beloved uncle to Brittany Lea, Kylie, Alex and Ryan Reid
and Ian, Miles and Oliver Parfenoff. He is survived by numerous aunts,
uncles, cousins, friends and students; all of whom thought they were his
favorite and they were. Archie was a graduate of Wallkill High School
where he was involved in pole vaulting, track, and football. He received
his Bachelors Degree at SUNY Purchase and his Masters at Mt. St. Mary
College. Archie began his career at South High in September of 2000
teaching Technology and Bilingual Technology at NFA. He also taught at
Heritage. In 2009 he received tenure and transferred to NFA North in
2010 where he taught English. He’s been a coach for the girls track team
and pole vaulting since he started in 2000, but his joy was coaching the
ski club. Archie enjoyed life and involved himself in a variety of
sports. He was member of “The Oasis Pool Team” at New Paltz where his
team won the opportunity to attend the “The Nationals” at Las Vegas.
Archie was loved by his students and respected by his colleagues. His
ability to relate to children was exceptional. He was an unconventional
teacher with a unique style of reaching his students. He always pushed
his students to succeed. Archie touched more lives than he realized and
will be missed so deeply. In lieu of flowers, the family would like
donations made to NFA athletics. Checks made payable to Newburgh
Enlarged School District Athletics 124 Grand Street, Newburgh New York
12550 Attention: Archie Reid Donations. Visitation at the Millspaugh
Funeral Home 22 Bank St. Walden, NY on Thursday March 15, 2012, 7 pm to
9 pm, Friday March 16, 2012 2 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm. Funeral Mass
at St. Charles Borromeo Church Rt. 44-55 Gardiner, NY Saturday March 17,
2012 at 10:30 a.m. www.millspaughfuneralhome.com
Roosa, William C. of Newburgh, N.Y., entered into rest on Thursday,
September 6, 2007 at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh campus. He
was 83. The son of the late Clinton S. and Margaret Alexander Roosa, he
was born in Amsterdam, N.Y on December 28, 1924. He was a longtime
resident of the area, and an educator at Newburgh Free Academy, Newburgh
City School District. William was a ham radio enthusiast for 35 years,
having belonged to M.A.R.S. He was also a member of NYSUT (New York
State United Teachers). Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years,
Grace M. Sarvis; one daughter, Lois A. Jones and her husband, Jerry, of
Walden; five sons: Paul W. Roosa and his wife, Chong-Cha, of Tucson,
Ariz., Philip C. Roosa of Bath, N.Y., Scott J. Roosa and Jean Harrington
of Downingtown, Pa., Neil R. Roosa and his wife, Thelma, of Dell City,
Okla., and Leigh T. Roosa and his wife, Melanie, of Newburgh; 19
grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and
cousins. Visitation for family and friends will be offered on Sunday,
September 9, 2007 from 1-3 p.m. at The Engel Funeral Home, Inc., 5319
Rt. 9w, Newburgh. Funeral services will be held at The Engel Funeral
Home on Monday, September 10th at 11 a.m. Pastor Charles Gockel will be
officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newburgh.
Posted by Rose Cadden
Mr. Roosa was my first boss. I started working for him in the NFA Print
Shop in 1984. I enjoyed working for him and with Jeff Mitchell. Some of
my fondest high school memories are of my time spent in NFA's Print
Shop. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult
time. Mr Roosa was in the NFA Class of 1943
Sciamanna, Dino J. of Port St. Lucie, FL, Formerly of New Windsor, N.Y.
passed away Friday, December 24, 2004 at Orange Regional Medical
Center-Horton Campus, Middletown, NY. He was 73. The son of James and
Domenica Ascani Sciamanna. He was born October 24, 1931 in Mocanaqua,
PA. Dino graduated of from Wilkes College, PA. He was married to Eleanor
Genetin Sciamanna. Dino was a retired school teacher at Newburgh Free
Academy for 26 years and a retired Orange County Legislator of the 15th
Disctrict for 24 years. He was formerly from New Windsor, NY for 36
years and moved to Port St. Lucie, FL and lived there since 1997. He was
Past Commander of New Windsor American Legion, Past President New
Windsor Lions Club, Past Exalted Ruler-Newburgh Elks Lodge, Past Vice
President-New Windsor Little League, Lifetime member Parent Teachers
Association, Lifetime member Disabled American Veterans, Lifetime member
Veterans of Foreign Wars, Past Director New Windsor Chamber of Commerce,
Republican State Committeeman, Veteran United States Army, Former
Councilman Town of New Windsor, Charter Member Knights of Columbus-Port
St. Lucie, and various clubs in Kings Isle-Port St. Lucie, Fl. Survivors
include his wife of 51 years Eleanor Sciamanna of Port St. Lucie, FL; 2
daughters, Monica and her husband John Melville of Goshen, NY, Linda and
her husband John Kelly III of East Long Meadow, MA; Brother, Moderno
Sciamanna of Palm Beach Gardens, FL; and his grandchildren Amy, Katie
and John Melville, Jr., and John and Meghan Kelly; he was predeceased by
his son James Sciamanna. Visitation will be on Tuesday, December 28,
2004 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Donovan Funeral Home, 82 South Church
Street, Goshen, NY. A Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday, December 29,
2004 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John's the Evangelist R.C. Church, Goshen, NY.
Burial will follow at the Orange County Veterans Cemetery, Goshen, NY.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to: St.
Bernadette Building Fund, California Avenue, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 or
to a local cancer research charity of ones choice.
Seibert, Linda A. of Newburgh, a lifelong resident of the area, entered
into rest on Sunday, May 1, 2011 at home. She was 64. Daughter of the
late Harold and Ellen Incano Seibert, she was born on April 26, 1947 in
Newburgh. Linda graduated Mount Saint Mary College with a Masters
Degree, and later became an English teacher at Newburgh Free Academy in
Newburgh. Linda was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church, an avid Yankee
fan, and will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, friends, and
special friends. She is survived by her loving nieces and nephews, Kim
Seibert, Stacey Richmond and her husband, Gary and their daughter,
Kelsey, Jennifer Sandy, and Sean Sandy. In addition to her parents,
Linda was predeceased by a brother. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and
7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave.,
Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on
Wednesday, May 4 at Sacred Heart Church, Newburgh. Burial will follow in
Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newburgh. To send a personal condolence or for
directions, please visit
www.BrooksFH.com or call 845-561-8300.
Shafer,
Marlene Roberta passed away early this morning. 2/13/10... She
fought a long hard battle for over 18 years. Services will be at
Doulin’s on Tuesday at 11 AM.
Submitted by Pauline Rute Hall 1952 Grammypgh@aol.com
Marlene Roberta Shafer, 62, of New Windsor, died on Saturday, February
13, 2010 in Newburgh of cancer. She was born in Newburgh in 1947, the
oldest child of Celia and Philip Shafer. Marlene was a dedicated teacher
and a devoted friend who loved her family, loved to travel and from an
early age, loved the New York Yankees. She grew up in Newburgh and
graduated from Newburgh Free Academy. Marlene went on to attend Orange
County Community College in Middletown and received her Bachelor's in
Secondary English from SUNY Plattsburgh in 1969. Marlene taught 7th and
8th grade English at Meadow Hill School and late at South Junior High
School, before attaining her ultimate goal of teaching English at her
alma mater, NFA. In her 30+ years of teaching, she had an impact on
hundreds of students' lives and was memorable for her wit, her
take-no-nonsense attitude and the personal interest she took in each of
her students. Marlene was known for many things: for her devotion to the
Yankees, for her loyalty to her extensive network of friends and
colleagues, for her pragmatic, but generous nature, for her worship of
the sun. Marlene loved to travel and though she enjoyed all her trips to
Sweden, Cancun, Venezuela, San Francisco, Florida, it would be Italy
that called her the most. She made three excursions there, exploring the
countryside from Pompeii and Capri in the south to Florence and Venice
in the north. Marlene is survived by her siblings: Thomas Shafer of
Middletown, Roslyn Shafer of Otego, and Irene Shafer of Fishkill, as
well as cousins: Carole Wald of New Windsor and Carole's children, Erik
Stams and his wife, Rhian and their two children, Gwen and Nia and Jaime
Stams and his wife, Juliet and their two children, Jaxon and Jared.
Services will be held at the Doulin Newburgh Funeral Home, Inc., 318 N.
Montgomery St., Newburgh on Tuesday, February 16, at 11 a.m. Burial will
follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery in the Town of Newburgh. Immediately
after, friends and family will be received at Marlene's home at 1057
Washington Green in New Windsor. In lieu of flowers, the family is
suggesting donations to Susan G. Komen for the Cure for the Cure (877)
465-6636 or the Kaplan Family Hospice Residence, 800 Stony Brook Ct.,
Newburgh, NY 12550.
Shapiro,
Ronald - Born 31 July 1937 Died 14 May
1999 Place of death Newburgh, NY 1955 NFA
Graduate
Posted by Pauline Rute Hall 52
Ron Shapiro, former principal of Newburgh Free Academy died yesterday at
the age of 61. The cause of death was complications from a lung
disorder, said his son, Jeffrey Shapiro, "Ronnie" to friends and
co-workers, was part of Newburgh's fabric. News of his death hit the
city hard NFA, as well as Meadow Hill elementary school, will
dismiss at 10:30 a.m. Monday so colleagues can attend a memorial service
in his honor. "He was a native," said Runston "Pop" Lewis, Newburgh
school board president. Shapiro loved golf, playing gin, and needling –
and being needled – by friends, they recalled. Lewis described Shapiro
as "strong-willed." "He knew what he wanted and he knew what he wanted
to do and anything he wanted he would go at it aggressively," Lewis
said. That means rising up through the school district from art teacher
to assistant principal to eventually Newburgh Free Academy principal –
after a year as assistant superintendent. He also umpired
softball. When other's scoffed, Shapiro seemed even more
motivated. Like when he decided to clean up the high school and plant
flowers. "No one thought the kids would have let (the flowers) last, but
they did," Lewis said. North Junior High Principal Peter Copeletti was
Shapiro's art student in 1967. "He was a very firm and fair teacher,
someone that had the utmost respect for," Copeletti said. It was a
respect that lasted long after Copeletti graduated and became a teacher.
When Shapiro was assistant principal at Meadow Hill elementary school,
he took Copeletti, a young student teacher, under his wing. When
Copeletti was named NFA principal last month, he received
congratulations from Shapiro – and a tip. "His advice to me was to be a
risk taker, accept the challenge," Copeletti said. "Ronnie was always a
leader who was out front. He was such a charismatic leader, he really
was." And it rubbed off on those who worked with and for him. "He had a
lot of enthusiasm which everyone caught," said NFA Principal Tom
Fogarty. Fogarty, who is retiring at the end of this year, was vice
principal and worked side by side Shapiro for more than nine years when
Shapiro was NFA principal. Shapiro became NFA principal in the early
1980s after years racial unrest across the country and here in Newburgh.
He brought stability to the school. With Shapiro at the head, NFA
received a National High School of Excellence Award. He was "a breath of
fresh air," Fogarty said. "He was able to make NFA shine." A funeral
service is scheduled for Monday at 1:30 p.m. at Coloni Funeral Home on
Route 9W in New Windsor. Visitation is noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday.
Stangler,
Ruth of Riverdale, NJ, formerly of Newburgh, NY, died Monday, May 19,
2008 at the age of 90, after a valiant struggle with a year-long
illness. Born in 1918, she was the daughter of Sonia and William
Greenberg of Mountaindale, NY. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts and
Master's degrees at Hunter College in New York City, and later returned
to study at SUNY of New York at New Paltz, where she received her
Masters of Science degree in Library Science. She taught English at
Newburgh Free Academy and served as Head Librarian at the school for
over 18 years. President of her local Hadassah chapter, she was active
nationally in the organization for many years. She and her husband
traveled to Israel countless times, in support of Hadassah Hospital in
Jerusalem. One of her fondest memories was a six-month sabbatical around
the world with her husband, George, former Dean of Administration at
Orange County Community College. The couple were received by educators
and librarians worldwide, in both developed and third world countries,
in an intimate cultural and educational exchange. Many of these
relationships endured for decades. She was a beloved wife, mother,
grandmother, aunt, friend and champion of Israel. She is survived by her
three children: Ronnie Stangler, MD of Seattle, WA, Donald Stangler, MD
of New Canaan, CT, and Faith Lucine of Woodcliff Lake, NJ; and four
beautiful grandchildren, Rebecca and Rachel Lucine and Cole and Gray
Stangler. She will be missed for her knowledge, scholarship and her
fierce loyalty and devotion to family. Funeral services will be held on
Wednesday, May 21, at 1 p.m. at Congregation Agudas Israel Cemetery in
New Windsor, NY. Remembrances may be made in her name and loving memory
to Hadassah. Arrangements are under the care of the Doulin Newburgh
Funeral Home, Inc., 318 N. Montgomery St., Newburgh, NY; 845-562-0068.
Stout,
Edith Joy Pennington 71, of Louisville, died peacefully at her home,
March 23, 2011 with Lee, her husband of 49 years, at her side. Her body
was cremated and her ashes will be spread at sea. She was born and
raised in the mountains of east Tennessee--not far from the original
town site of old Butler, now submerged under Watauga Lake. Joy was a
retired professor of English at the University of Kentucky Jefferson
Community College, now Jefferson Community and Technical College, where
she taught the last 32 years of her career. She had previously taught at
Southeast Community College in Cumberland, KY and Newburgh Free Academy
in Newburgh, NY. She earned degrees from Berea College, Berea, KY and
the University of Iowa, Iowa City. Widely traveled, Joy and Lee had
visited all the United States, all the Canadian Provinces except one,
and 72 foreign countries. She edited Selected Kentucky Literature,
published by Archer Editions Press in 1980. For 26 years Joy was
volunteer Executive Director of the annual Corn Island Storytelling
Festival in Louisville. Joy was co-owner of JoLe Productions, a film
company she and her husband established in 1990. Together, they produced
21 documentaries, including The Mound Builders, Eyes That Look at the
Sky: the Mystery of Easter Island, The Serpent Fort: Solving the Mystery
of Fort Mountain, Georgia, and Wales: History in Bondage. She was
preceded in death by her parents, Haskel and Lona Stout of Butler, TN
and two sisters, Jan Tucker of Woodbridge, VA; and Jean Miller of
Elizabethton, TN; and a brother, Ray Stout of Elizabethton, TN. In
addition to her husband, Lee, she is survived by three sisters, Sandy
Miller of Durham, NC; Dot Stout of Butler, TN; and Margery Church
(Allen) of Butler, TN; and two brothers, Don Stout (Nancy) of Orlando,
FL; and Bill Stout of Butler, TN. An open-to-the-public celebration of
Joy's life will be held 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 27, at Newcomer Funeral
Home, 235 Juneau Drive, Middletown, KY. Expressions of sympathy in Joy's
name may be made to Hosparus of Louisville, PO Box 35425, Louisville, KY
40233. Remembrances of Joy can be made online at :www.newcomerlouisville.com
Stulzman, Judith Ann “Judy” McAfee of Town of Newburgh entered into
eternal rest at her home on January 23, 2014. She was 71 years old. The
daughter of the late Elmo Frederick and Delores (Brown) Stutzman, Judy
was born on February 17, 1942 in Evansville, Indiana. She married
Michael Joseph McAfee on May 22, 1955 in Athens, Ohio. She earned her
B.A. at the University of Indiana in Evansville, Indiana and her Masters
of Arts in English, Ohio University. Judy was a retired school teacher
after 30 years of service in the Newburgh Enlarged School District and
Newburgh Free Academy. “Judith was a consummate professional who loved
her students, her husband, friends and family and doted her grandsons
Miles and Marshall. She leaves behind a wealth of friends and treasured
and professional colleagues and beloved cats and her dog, Molly, as well
as her devotion to the Newburgh Library and school district.” Judy was
an elder at Union Presbyterian Church, Newburgh, 9 years Adjunct
Professor at SUNY New Paltz, Adjunct Professor at Mt. St. Mary College,
Newburgh, Co-President of Delta Kappa Gamma Professional Educators
Organization, President of the Board of Literacy Volunteers of America,
President of the Friends of the Newburgh Free Library, 12 year
consultant in Literacy Education, Mt. St. Mary College, 3rd term as a
member of the School Board of the Newburgh Enlarged City School
District, as such served as chair of the curriculum committee and the
library committee. Judy leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 58
years, Michael at home; her sons Scott McAfee and his wife Katherine of
Wurtsboro, NY and Todd McAfee and his wife Mitzi of Poughkeepsie, NY;
and her grandsons: Miles and Marshall McAfee. Visitation will be held
from 5 to 8 on Saturday January 25 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney
Ave., Newburgh. A funeral service officiated by Rev. David Mason will be
held at 3 pm on Sunday January 26 at Union Presbyterian Church,
Balmville Road, Newburgh. An hour of visitation will precede the
service. Burial will be private and held at the convenience of the
family. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Judy’s name
to Union Presbyterian Church, 44 Balmville Road, Newburgh, NY 12550 or
Friends of the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand Street, Newburgh, NY,
12550.
Tourville,
Dr. Leslie M (NFA Principal 66-84) of Cornwall, N.Y. a
retired principal for N.F.A. in Newburgh, died Saturday, March 20, 2004
at Horton Hospital in Middletown. He was 84. He was born to the late
Felix and Margarita Tourville on August 22, 1919 in Leominster, Mass. He
was the beloved husband of Lorraine Masciola Tourville. Leslie started
his career as a math and science teacher in Newton, Mass. from 1951 to
1954 and continued in Holliston, Mass. from 1955 to 1959. He received
his Doctorate Degree from Harvard University and went on to become the
Principal of Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School in Massachusetts from
1959 to 1966, where he designed and implemented a National Award wining
Secondary School. Leslie then went on to become the principal of N.F.A.
from 1966 to 1984 where he was the only principal to have a Doctorate
Degree. Also from 1984 to 1985 he was the Asst. Superintendent of
Curriculum in the Newburgh School district. Upon his retirement within
the school system he was a real estate agent for Kahn's Reality in
Newburgh as well as a manager at the Newburgh Auto Auction. The family
statement reads: "Les was a very warm loving, caring New Englands
Gentleman's Gentleman. He was a wonderful husband and great father and
will be missed always." He is survived by his wife, Lorraine, at home;
one son, Brian Tourville of New Paltz; one daughter, Ann-lise Ekland of
New Paltz; one stepson, Philip A. Masciola Jr. of New Windsor; one
step-daughter, Linda M. Gentle of Newburgh; one sister, Ruth Kavanaugh
of Massachusetts; four grandchildren, Kevin Babcock Jr., Brianna,
Christopher and Bryan Masciola; two nephews, Ricky and Kevin Homewood;
and two nieces, Joanne Homewood and Maureen Tourville. He was
predeceased by four siblings, Elain, Dorothy, Howard and Harold
Tourville. His funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 23, 2004
at 11 a.m. at Coloni Funeral Home, 3001 Rt. 9W, New Windsor, NY 12553.
Burial will be private. The family will be present to receive friends on
Monday, March 22 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of
flowers donations can be made to St. Jude's Research Hospital, 501 St.
Jude's Place, Memphis, TN 38105. For a family guestbook and directions
visit colonifuneralhome.com.
Posted by Brian Tourville A
photo of my late Father Dr. Leslie M. Tourville - former Principal of
NFA ~ 1965-1985 ~ reviewing Construction Plans with Dr. Heath -
Superintendent ~ National Awards Winning Secondary School ~
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, Sudbury Mass. ~ circa 1963 ~
Vanzo,
Alfred P. a lifelong area resident, passed away at home on Saturday,
July 23, 2011 surrounded by his loving family. Son of the late August
and Regina Weir Vanzo, he was born May 31, 1924 in Highland Falls, NY.
Alfred was the widower of Charlotte T. Vanzo who passed away just 1
month ago. An athlete throughout his life, Alfred was captain of the
high school tennis team in Highland Falls, and later played
semi-professional football as well as baseball for a time. Upon
graduating from high school, Alfred enlisted in the Army Air Corps
during World War II and was stationed in Guam. After the war, Alfred
continued his education at RCA Institute in Chicago where he received
electronics training. He returned home to start a business repairing
televisions and radios for customers in the surrounding Hudson Valley
area along with his business partner, John Smith of Newburgh. While
raising five children with his wife, Charlotte, Alfred decided to
further his education by attending Oswego State University where he
received a B.S. in education, and then later an M.S. in education from
New York University. He started a long, fulfilling career as a high
school electronics lab teacher at NFA in the Newburgh Enlarged City
School District, incorporating his professional knowledge of electronics
with his passion for educating young adults. Alfred also served in an
advisory capacity with the New York State Education Department,
assisting in the writing of curriculum for vocational high school
programs. After 25 years, Alfred retired from teaching high school in
1986, but continued at the graduate level as an adjunct professor for
Empire State College where he taught laboratory management courses.
Alfred enjoyed entertaining his family with music, and often played the
accordion and harmonica. He will be lovingly remembered by his children
and grandchildren for optimism, humor, and sage advice. He was member of
the Knights of Columbus Council 515, Highland Falls. Survivors include
son, Guy M. Vanzo and his wife, Barbara of Westford, VT; daughters:
Regina T. Fiorentino and her husband, Mark of White Plains, NY, Laura V.
Marmor and her husband, Jeffrey of Sugar Loaf, NY, Patricia A. Vanzo of
Highland Falls, NY, Allison M. Skoog and her husband, James J. of
Cornwall, NY; sister, Amelia Bruno of Columbus, NJ; 12 grandchildren,
nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. today, July
26, at William F. Hogan Funeral Home, 135 Main St., Highland Falls, NY.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 27 at
Sacred Heart Church, 353 Main St., Highland Falls, NY. Cremation will
take place at Cedar Hill Crematory, Middle Hope, NY. Memorial donations
may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 2 Jefferson Plaza, Suite 103,
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601-4060. Funeral arrangements by William F. Hogan
Funeral Home, 845-446-2868
Watkins,
J. Ronald Born Nov. 22, 1896
Died May 1983
Posted by Ed Silverman 56
I was in the class of 56 but previous to that I was a member of Civil
Air Patrol as a cadet. Mr Watkins was in charge of our class and was
extremely knowledgeable concerning Aircraft and Aircraft engines. While
in 12th grade, I was in his Automobile Repair class where he had actual
Aircraft engines mounted so they could be turned on. He was a super
teacher and as I remember, was very easy to communicate with. As a
teenager, that was difficult with many teachers, but not with Mr
Watkins. He was a real gem.
Posted by Franz SchmidtWhipple, Stuart 82, died on August 13, 2009 at the
Kaplan Family Hospice in Newburgh from complications of Parkinson's
disease. He grew up in Claremont, NH and moved to the Newburgh area in
1965. He served in the U.S. Army at the end of World War II, followed by
12 years in the Army Reserves. Stuart had a B.A. from the University of
New Hampshire and a Masters degree from Boston University. He taught
languages in the Newburgh school system for more than 30 years and then
spent almost 10 years tutoring local children and adults in English and
other subjects. He loved Asian languages and culture, was very involved in
the area's Chinese community and was able to go to China twice during his
later years. Stuart is survived by his wife, Ann; his brother, Larry and
wife, Jean, and four daughters: Karen Fitzpatrick, Meredith Whipple,
Andrea Wheatley and her husband, Mark, and Shannon Owen and her husband,
Jeff. He is also survived by four grandchildren: Kathleen, Deborah and
Daniel Fitzpatrick and Hannah Sheldon. Donations may be made in Stuart's
memory to the Kaplan Family Hospice (845) 561-6111 and the Greater
Newburgh Symphony Orchestra (845) 913-7157 or newburghsymphony.org
Arrangements by Quigley Funeral & Cremation Service, 37 Maple Ave.,
Rock Tavern, NY; 845-567-1788
Posted by Pauline Rute Hall 52
White, James F.
Jr. (Industrial Arts) of Liberty, and formerly of Kingston, died
Saturday, April 6, 2002, at Robert Parker Hospital in Sayre, Pa., after
an illness. He was 59. The son of the late James F. and Mary Devitt
White, he was born August 20, 1942, in Kingston. He was a graduate of
Saint Mary's School, Kingston High School class of 1960. He served in
the United States Army Reserve for 4 years. He was employed as an
Industrial Arts teacher at Newburgh Free Academy for 20 years, until his
retirement. He was also a student advisor on projects, with students
including the construction of a solar powered automobile and a wind up
automobile. He was previously employed at Chanel Master in Ellenville
and Vestaguard in Port Ewen. Survivors include his wife, Loretta E.
Kavanagh White of the Town of Ulster; two sons, James and Sean White of
the Town of Ulster; a daughter, Darlene Gambino of West Saugerties; a
brother, Daniel White of the Town of Ulster; half brother, John Devitt
of Australia; four grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be
held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, at the Joseph V. Leahy
Funeral Home Inc, 27 Smith Avenue, Kingston. The funeral procession will
form at 9 a.m. Wednesday, April 10, at the funeral home. Mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 10, at
Saint Mary's Church. Burial will be in Saint Mary's Cemetery.
Arrangements were made by Joseph V. Leahy Funeral Home Inc., King
Wildermann, Paul Joseph Sr., age 46, of West Scranton died unexpectedly
Friday evening after being stricken ill. He and his wife, the former
Jennifer Barrett, celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary Oct. 23. He
was born in Ridgewood, N.J., son of the late Carl and Roberta Louise
Champury Wildermann. He and his family moved to Newburgh, N.Y., and he
was a graduate of Newburgh Free Academy High School. He received his
Bachelor of Science degree from Dominican College and his master's
degree in social work from Marywood University. Paul's career began with
his teaching high school history in schools of Newburgh, N.Y. He
relocated to Scranton, and spent his life serving others, including
children and families suffering from abuse and neglect while he worked
at Lackawanna County CYS. He also worked with families struggling with
domestic violence through developing Domestic Violence Intervention
Center Groups at the United Neighborhood Center. He counseled
individuals at Advance Community Counseling and running groups at drug
and alcohol treatment services. He was currently working with veterans
at the Veterans Administration Hospital of Wilkes-Barre, which he loved
very much, and often spoke fondly of his co-workers and the veterans he
served every day. Paul met his wife, Jennifer, at Lackawanna County CYS,
and they were hired on the same day in 1995. Shortly after meeting, they
became inseparable. They married and have two wonderful children, Paulie
and Mila. Paul died doing what he loved most, spending time with his
family and watching his son ski. Paul was devoted to his family, and
loved his children more than anything in life. Paul was truly a loving
and devoted soul. Paul loved watching Paulie play basketball, baseball,
soccer, karate and skiing. He couldn't wait to come home from work every
day because he loved watching Mila and playing hide and seek every night
with his children before bed. He was a very generous person, and his
last act of generosity was being an organ donor. He was a member of St.
Patrick's Church, West Scranton. Paul's family would like to thank the
All Saints Academy family for helping them in their time of need and
being there for Paulie and Mila. Their efforts and love will never be
forgotten. Also surviving are one son, Paul J. Wildermann Jr., age nine;
one daughter, Mila Wildermann, age two, both at home; one sister, Marion
Falabella and husband, Bob, Scranton; mother and father-in-law, Bernie
and Ed Dzielak, Scranton; sister-in-law, Heather Barrett, Scranton;
aunts, uncles and cousins. The funeral will be Wednesday with Mass of
Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at St. Patrick's Church, Jackson Street,
West Scranton. Friends may call Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Carl J.
Savino Funeral Home, 157 S. Main Ave., West Scranton. People attending
the funeral Mass are asked to go directly to St. Patrick's Church, West
Scranton.
Adler,
Morton of Boca Raton, Fla., formerly of Blooming Grove, N.Y., died
Saturday, December 25, 2004 at his daughter's home after a long battle
with Brain Cancer. He was a retired NYPD Detective and Newburgh Free
Academy High School teacher. He was born in the Bronx, N.Y. on February 4,
1936. Survivors are his loving and dedicated wife Sandra; his sons, Scott
and wife Dona of Montgomery, N.Y., Fred and partner Marty of New York, NY;
daughter, Andrea Smigielski and husband Anthony also of Montgomery, N.Y.;
brother Steve of Boca Raton, Fla. and his wife Melcie; grandchildren,
Steven, Zachary, Joshua, Dylan and Jessica. Burial will be in Boca Raton,
Fla. Sitting "Shiva" will be at daughter Andrea's house at 14 Hammer Lane,
Walden, NY 12586 from Wednesday December 29 4 p.m. until Friday December
31 sundown and again Saturday January 1 4:30 p.m. until Monday Jan 3
sundown. For directions call 845-497-1529. Memorial contributions may be
made in his name to American Brain Tumor Assoc., 1759 R Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
Anderson, Alfreda Born May 1, 1890
Died March 15, 1969 in Newburgh 
Aquino, Antone John
of Carolina Shores, NC..... Antone John Aquino, 82, of Carolina
Shores, NC died Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at his home. Mr. Aquino was born
May 24, 1929 in Canastota, NY to the late Louis and Philomena Carnevale
Aquino. He was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Aquino
retired after 14 years as a high school music teacher and 25 years as a
college professor at Salem State College. He was a member of the Tanglewood
Festival Chorus of the Boston Symphony from 1971 - 1994. Mr. Aquino served
on the Board of Directors for the Long Bay Symphony. He was a conductor,
composer, tenor and performer. He also enjoyed woodworking. Surviving are
his wife of 56 years Margaret Aquino; a son Michael Aquino, wife Bernice, of
Lynn, Mass; a daughter Mary Margaret Aquino, husband Jim Cooper, of Carolina
Shores, NC; a brother Thomas Aquino, wife Gail, of Vass, NC; and a sister
Phyllis Manfred, husband Bob, of Sunset Beach, NC. A Funeral Mass will be
conducted Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the St. Brendan's Catholic
Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Antone Aquino
Scholarship Fund at Salem State College 352 Lafayette Street Salem, Mass
01970. Online condolences may be made to the family at
www.brunswickfuneralservice.com Brunswick Funeral Service &
Crematory, Shallotte, NC.
Auffredou, William Died 1984 Assistant
Principal
Benjamin,
Robert Died 1992 Born May 16, 1948 in
Brooklyn NY Died March 28, 1992 
Brennan, Martha B. Fogarty, of Newburgh, Newburgh, N.Y. died Friday,
March 12, 2004 at the Elant of Goshen Nursing Home. She was 90. She was
the daughter of Michael Joseph and Bridget Theresa Brennan. Mrs. Fogarty
was born in 1914 in Middletown and lived most of her life in Newburgh.
She was a beloved wife, mother and teacher. Mrs. Fogarty graduated from
Newburgh Free Academy High School in 1932 and from the New Paltz Normal
School in 1935. She was a member of St. Mary's Church, Alpha Phi
Sorority, Epsilon Delta Chi Honorary Teacher's Society and the Newburgh
Retired Teacher's Assoc. Before her retirement in 1976, Mrs. Fogarty
taught 1st grade in Middletown and at Gardnertown School in Newburgh.
She was predeceased by her sister, Mary and her husband of 62 years,
John Joseph Fogarty. She is survived by her four children, Karen
Schwingel and her husband William of Randolph, N.J., John and his wife
Wilma of West Redding, Conn., William and his wife Kathleen of
Cornwall-on-Hudson, Michael and his wife Gail of Newburgh; nine
grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two sisters, Eleanor Thomas of
Pearl River, Elizabeth Erlenkotter of Aurora, Colo.; as well as several
nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the entire staff of the
Elant of Goshen Nursing Home for their dedication and devotion to the
care of our mother. The family will receive visitors at the Doulin
Newburgh Funeral Home Inc., 318 N. Montgomery St., Newburgh on Monday,
March 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated
at St. Mary's Church, 180 South St., Newburgh on Tuesday, March 16 at 11
a.m. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery in New Windsor. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to the St. Mary's Restoration Fund, 180
South St., Newburgh, NY 12550. Arrangements under the care of Doulin
Newburgh Funeral Home.
Bresnan, Daniel J. 69, a retired teacher of European history
at Newburgh Free Academy, died on May 27, 2007 at the Kaplan Family
Hospice in Newburgh. He maintained homes on Yankee Lake and in Jensen
Beach, Fla. Dan spent much of his life enjoying all that he could.
Friends will recall stories of his frequent travels, spanning from
childhood trips to Europe with his mother, to more recent travels to the
Caribbean and Mexico. Reminiscence would be followed by grand plans for
the next adventure, planned from a dog-eared travel book, marked with an
ever-present pencil kept conveniently tucked under his watch. Dan also
had a great fondness for food. Not just any food and not always in great
quantity, but very specific meals: lamb with peas, Flounder Oreganata
and, especially, duck from Gus's. Of the many things that Dan enjoyed,
none compared to spending time with his family and friends at his
beloved home on Yankee Lake. Those who gathered for the many dinners
there, will not soon forget them. Dan is survived by cousins, many
friends, and his cat, Ginger. he was predeceased by his father, Daniel
J. Bresnan, and by his mother, Rita Bresnan-Forrestal. In lieu of
flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Orange and
Sullivan Counties, Bide-A-Wee or a local Humane Society. A Memorial
service celebrating Dan's life will be held at his home on Yankee Lake
on Saturday, July 21, 2007 at 3 p.m. For information, please contact
Coloni Funeral Home, 845-561-0238
Bundarin, Pilar Tafall 88, a former resident of Newburgh, died at her
home in Boulder, CO on December 14, 2007. She was born August 17, 1919
in Madrid, Spain to Manuel and Pilar Tafall. She lived with her family
for many years in New York City until their purchase of the Villa Madrid
in Plattekill, NY in the 1930's. Mrs. Bundarin was a graduate of
Wallkill High School, and later earned her BA degree from Hunter College
in New York City. She later received her Master's degree from Columbia
University in New York in Spanish and Romance Languages. Pilar married
Bernard Bundarin on June 11, 1950 and moved to Newburgh. She taught for
several years at St. Elizabeth College in New Jersey prior to moving to
Newburgh, where she worked as a teacher for the school district. She
taught general education at all academic levels as well as Spanish,
French and Italian during her teaching career. She retired in 1984 from
NFA , where she had taught Spanish for many years. Survivors include
Julie Kintzing of Boulder, CO, and Paul Bundarin of Queens, NY. She
preceded in death by her brother Manuel Tafall, Jr. in February of this
year. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 27, at White
& Venuto Funeral Home, 188 N. Plank Rd. (Route 32), Newburgh, NY.
Burial will take place at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Middlehope, NY on
Friday, December 28, at 11 a.m.
Burmeister,
Graham 94, died Thursday, April 28, 2011, at Heaton Woods Assisted
Living in Montpelier. Graham was born Jan. 14, 1917, in New Brunswick,
N.J., the son of Julius and Elsie, nee Graham, Burmeister. He was
educated in Yonkers and Queens, N.Y., and later in Tenafly and Passaic,
N.J. Graham left high school in order to pursue his career as an artist
and sculptor. He worked at the Roman Bronze foundry in New York, and
then he became an inspector at the Brewster Aircraft defense assembly
plant in Long Island City. Drafted into the Army Air Corps, Graham
served as an artist, attaining the rank of Tech 4, a specialist grade
that was the wartime equivalent of sergeant. He served in various posts
in the southeastern U.S. and completed his national service at the
Recruiting Publicity Bureau at Governors Island, N.Y. The love of
Graham's life was his wife, Miriam, whom he married in 1942. Their first
child, Peter, was born on an air base while Graham was serving his
country. After the war, Graham, Miriam and their young son moved to
Wallkill, N.Y., where the couple was to make their home for the next 61
years in the house that Graham designed. Their children, now including
daughter Alice and younger son Paul, were raised in Wallkill. Graham was
an intellectual with a strong interest in culture and the arts. In 1964,
he decided to complete the high school education he had abandoned as a
teenager, and received his GED. He then enrolled in the State University
College at New Paltz, N.Y., where he received a Bachelor of Science and
then a Master of Science in art education. Immediately following his
university graduation, he began a new career as an art teacher at
Newburgh Free Academy, Newburgh, N.Y., until his retirement in 1982.
Thereafter Graham and Miriam divided their time between their homes in
Wallkill and Daytona Beach, Fla., and traveled widely throughout North
and South America and Europe. In 2003, Graham and Miriam moved to
Hanover, N.H., to be closer to their sons in Vermont and Massachusetts.
Miriam passed away in 2007, after which Graham moved again, this time to
Heaton Woods. Throughout his long life, Graham was a prolific visual
artist. His numerous oil paintings grace the homes of his children and
grandchildren and comprise an impressive collection of
neo-impressionistic painting in the tradition of Paul Cezanne. He also
created various sculptures, including portrait busts and full-length
compositions. Graham's work was seen in recent years at a group show in
Montpelier as well as individual exhibits in Montpelier and in Hanover,
N.H. After moving to Vermont, Graham continued to paint and
enthusiastically participated in life drawing classes in Montpelier,
where he made many friends. A lifelong aviation enthusiast, Graham was
an avid designer, builder and flier of model airplanes, many of them
powered, with radio controls. Graham is survived by his children: Peter
(Katherine Fanelli), of Montpelier; Paul (Gail Young), of Concord,
Mass.; and Alice Tawresey (John), of Bainbridge Island, Wash. He is also
survived by his nine grandchildren: Heather, Gwendolyn, Victoria, Parke
(Sarah Plimpton) and Taylor Burmeister; Betsy Twitchell (Kyle); Caitlin
Badowski (Nate); Anna Puchalski (Steve); and Steven Tawresey; as well as
three great-grandchildren. His cousin, Julie Freestone, and her partner,
Rudi Raab, also survive. Anyone wishing to give a donation in
remembrance of Graham should direct it to Heaton Woods, 10 Heaton St.,
Montpelier, VT 05602. (Heaton Woods is a nonprofit organization
dedicated to serving central Vermont seniors.) Our family wishes to
thank Peggy Roque and her incredible staff for the loving care and
kindnesses given to Graham and to all of us while he was in residence at
Heaton Woods. Graham's passing leaves a void in our hearts, but we
rejoice in his legacy of artistic creation that is the tangible gift to
us all; of talent, creative spirit and artistic vision. A service of
remembrance will be held at Heaton Woods on Wednesday, May 11, at 2 p.m.
Clausen,
William A."Bill" of Walden, NY, formerly of Pennsylvania a retired
Business Teacher for Newburgh Free Academy, Newburgh, N.Y. and a 35 year
resident of the area died Saturday, March 26, 2005,at Vassar Hospital in
Poughkeepsie. He was 73. The son of the late William E. and Wilamina
Frank Clausen, he was born November 15, 1931 in Nescopeck Pennsylvania.
He served in the Army during Korean Conflict. Bill had also worked as
counselor in Pennsylvania before moving to this area. He was a member of
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, in Walden And the Gideons. A family
statement reads: "Bill was a deeply spiritual person and was selfless in
his love. He valued his relationship with his family. William truly
loved life and lived everyday to the fullest." Survivors include his
wife of 41 years Shirley C. Shultz Clausen at home; daughter: Jill
Clausen Fisher and husband Robert of Bradford, PA; son: William Bradley
Clausen of Walden; foster daughter: Diana Forresterire Chenault of
Richmond, VA five grandsons sister: Patsy Clausen Laidacker Beck and
husband John of Blakeslee,PA, also several nieces and nephews, 1
grandniece and 2 grand nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 30,
2005 from 2-4 & 7-9pm. at The Millspaugh Funeral Home, 22 Bank
St.Walden, NY. Services will be Thursday, March 31, 2005,10:30 am at
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2520 State Rt. 208,Walden, NY.
Pastor Raymond Cummings will officiate. Burial will be in Wallkill
Valley Cemetery in Walden, NY. Memorial contributions may be the Trinity
Evangelical Lutheran Church. Arrangements were made by Millspaugh
Funeral Directors.
Cleary,
Mary F. of Moscow, Pa., a retired teacher in the Newburgh Schools for 42
years, entered into rest on Sunday, November 7, 2004 at St. Mary's Villa
Nursing Home. She was 99. Daughter of the late Frank T. and Agnes Beahan
Cleary, she was born July 2, 1905 in Newburgh. Miss Cleary graduated
from Newburgh Free Academy, New Paltz Normal School, Columbia Teachers
College and the New York University. She was a member of the Newburgh
Retired Teachers Association, St Mary's Church and the Rosary Society.
Survivors include a niece, Mary Cleary Murphy of Oqunquit, Maine and
grandnieces and nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her brother,
F. Stafford Cleary. Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on
Wednesday, November, 10 at Brooks-DiDonato Funeral Home, 481 Gidney
Ave., Newburgh, NY 12550. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10
a.m. on Thursday, November 11 at St. Mary's Church with Father William
Scafidi officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, New
Windsor. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St.
Mary's Seniors, 180 South Street, Newburgh, NY 12550. To send a personal
condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit
Brooks-DiDonato.com 
Costa, Annunciata of Newburgh, N.Y. a retired teacher for Newburgh
Free Academy and a lifetime resident of the area, entered into rest
Sunday, March 4, 2001, in Fishkill Health Related Center. She was 89. The
daughter of the late Anthony and Josephine Costa, she was born Nov. 3,
1911, in Newburgh. A graduate of Newburgh Free Academy, she also earned
her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Albany State Teacher's College, and her
Master's Degree from Middlebury College in Vermont. Her very active
teaching career let her to teach Italian in Newburgh Free Academy, as well
as teaching Latin and math. She taught for several years in the evening
division at Orange County Community College, and taught Italian for six
summers at Middlebury College in the Summer Language School. She was on
the Board of Trustees for the State University of New Paltz and Mount
Saint Mary College, and was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Newburgh.
Survivors include two brothers, William and Joseph Costa; and three
sisters, Marie Fern, Joan Costa and Theresa Hubbard. She was predeceased
by two brothers, Louis Costa and Angelo Costa, D.D.S. Visitation will be
from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, at DiDonato-Brooks Funeral
Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be
celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, March 8, at Sacred Heart Church,
Newburgh. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor. Arrangements
are under the direction of DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home, Newburgh.
Craft, Michael of Newburgh -1997 A popular special education teacher
collapsed in front of his students yesterday morning at Newburgh Free
Academy and died an hour later, police and school officials said. Michael
Craft, 49, of New Windsor, was opening the door of his second-floor
classroom about 7:40 a.m. when he suffered a heart attack and fell
backward to the floor. A student called for a security guard, who dashed
into the classroom and found Craft barely breathing and unresponsive. The
security guard used his radio to call police and Mobile Life Support
Services, who arrived within minutes to find Principal Thomas Fogarty and
two other staffers giving Craft cardiopulmonary resuscitation. An
ambulance sped to St. Luke's Hospital, where Craft was pronounced dead
about 8:30 a.m. "Mike always had some kind of joke to tell, something to
make you laugh, something fun going on in his head. He was just a great
man," said Gail Wilson, a fourth-grade teacher at Temple Hill School in
New Windsor, where Craft taught before moving to NFA. "To make those
around him laugh - that was Mike's special gift. There was a real sense of
loss around Temple Hill today about our fallen colleague. This is such a
hard pill to swallow." Craft, a veteran of the district, was stricken
before the start of his first-period class. His death was announced during
the third-period homeroom, and students were told they would be dismissed
an hour early, at 2 p.m., so that the faculty could meet. I just thought
that because of the events of the day, we should send the kids home early
so we could meet with the entire staff," Fogarty said last night. "It's
just a shock for all of us. He's definitely going to be missed. He was a
very important part of our faculty and staff. He was a laid-back,
easygoing guy who en- joyed teaching and enjoyed a good time." A team
composed of guidance counselors and the school's psychologist was
assembled to help students cope with their grief. Counselors were also
made available to the school's staffers, and Fogarty said those measures
would remain for the entire week. "I don't think it's really sunk in yet,"
said Frank Colone, president of the Newburgh Teachers Association. "Mike
was - I would call him a very dedicated, professional teacher. He was a
great family man himself and as a special education teacher, he had a
special place in his heart for students with disabilities. I can't think
of anyone who's ever had an unkind word for Mike Craft, at any time. I
know that every teacher in the district today is feeling a sense of loss
and a sense of reality. I think sometimes we go about our jobs and
complain about things that happen during the course of the day. And then
something like this shocks you back into the world, and you begin to think
about what's important and what's not."
Craig, Edna Born Dec. 13,
1893 Died Dec. 1978 in
Delhi, NY
Davis,
Thomas R. VP Died 1978 
Dederick,
James H Sr (mechanical drawing teacher at NFA for decades!) James was
married to May Fitzpatrick Dederick. 
Demetry,
Nancy was born on August 12, 1945 and passed away on Tuesday, September
1, 2009. Nancy was last known to be living in Newburgh, New York. Nancy
was a 1963 graduate of Tri-Valley High School. She was a health and
physical education teacher for over 40 years. Visitation will be held
Friday, September 4th from 5-8pm at Colonial Memorial Funeral Home 396
State Route 52 Woodbourne, NY 12788. Interment will be held privately in
the family plot at the Claryville Cemetery.
Dick,
Herbert Born Nov. 14, 1928
Died June 8, 1998 
Eitel,
John Sr. Born Sept. 7,
1929 Died Dec. 3, 1995
Ennis,
Elizabeth (Betsy) Jadrosich, a retired school teacher for the Newburgh
Free Academy English Dept., entered into rest October 24, 2007 at Glen
Arden in Goshen. She was 80. The daughter of the late Frank R. and Mayne
Daniel Ennis, she was born June 28, 1927 in Spartanburg, S.C. Mrs.
Jadrosich was a member of both the state and local Teachers
Associations, the Civic Theater of Newburgh, the Powelton Club and a
senior board member of the Newburgh Day Nursery. She was also an avid
golfer. Survivors include her husband of 41 years, Fred W. Jadrosich.
They were married on August 22, 1966. Also surviving is her brother, F.
Robert Ennis of Colechester, Vt.; three nieces, Nancy Ennis of Santa Fe,
New Mexico, Barbara Abramo of Lexington, Mass. and Peggy Seppala of
Gillette, Wyo.; her nephew, Richard Ennis of Richmond, Vt. There will be
no public visitation. Funeral services will be held on Monday Oct. 29 at
11 a.m. at the Moulton Memorial Baptist Church, 20 Old Little Britain
Rd., Newburgh. Betsy will be entombed in the mausoleum at Cedar Hill
Cemetery, Route 9W North, Newburgh. Donations may be made to the Saint
Luke's Dialysis Center or to the charity of one's choice.
Erne, John Born Feb. 11, 1926
Died June 4, 1998 
Fiedelholtz, Jerald of Newburgh, N.Y. an attorney, died August 18,
2005 at St. Luke's Hospital. He was 78. The son of the late Paul and
Minnie Fiedelholtz, he was born August 6, 1927 in Newburgh. He was the
husband of the late Rachel Fiedelholtz. Survivors include three sons,
Gary Fiedelholtz, Glenn Fiedelholtz, Mark Fiedelholtz; four grandsons,
Jonathan Hampton, Jordan Fiedelholtz, Jonah Fiedelholtz, Matthew
Fiedelholtz; one granddaughter Sarah Fiedelholtz; one brother Franklin
Fiedelholtz; one sister Barbara Friend. Services will be held at 3 p.m.
Friday, August 19 at Temple Beth Jacob with burial to follow in Temple
Beth Jacob Cemetery. Arrangements under the care of Christian D.
Garrison of the Doulin Newburgh Funeral Home Inc.
Fink,
Charlotte Born May 12, 1901 Died Jan. 1983
Flanagan,
Catherine Born June 30, 1906 Died Nov.
1983
Flanagan, Helen Born Oct. 24, 1909
Died Jan. 1982 in Newburgh 
Fornal, Charles "Rip" passed away on April 5, 2009. He
graduated from Newburgh Free Academy in January 1940 and taught at NFA.
Foster, Margaret Born May 6,
1905 Died March 6, 1996 
Fowler, Robert DuBois 84, of Santa Barbara, Calif., formerly of
Grand Avenue, Newburgh, died April 1, 1988 in Santa Barbara. Born Feb.
4, 1903, in Newburgh, he was the son of Abram D. and Grace LeFevre Shaw
Fowler and widower of Jane Courteen Fowler. A 1920 graduate of Newburgh
Free Academy; he was a 1924 graduate of Hamilton College; and received
his MA degree from Columbia University in 1932. He took special courses
in aeronautics at New York University and Albany State in 1942. He was
an employee of Fabrikoid Division, E.I. Dupont from 1924-25. Then he
became a teacher at NFA teaching biology from 1 925-33 , physics and
chemistry from 1 9 3 3 - 5 2 ; was science department chairman from
1933-52; was director of the adult education program from 1942-43 and
1947-52; and served as principal from 1952-66. He served in various
chairmanships in the Southeastern Zone of New York State Teachers
Association; was a member of the New York State Classroom Teachers
Association; the New York State Advisory Committee of Middle States
Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. He also served as
chairman and vice-chairman of numerous evaluating committees such as the
Wartraining Curriculum Development committees on state and local levels
from 1942-43. Fowler served at ground instructor in the Civil Air Patrol
from 1943-45. During the Korean Conflict, he served as Director of Civil
Defense Self and Neighbor Help Program from 1951-52. He was a member of
the Medical Section, Civil Defense from 1951-54. He was a member of the
Powelton Board of Directors; the Osiris County Club from 1935-38; Chi
Psi Fraternity, Hamilton College; Pi Delta Epsilon, journalistic
fraternity, Hamilton; Free and Accepted Masons, Lodge No. 307, where he
received a 25-year pin. Chairman of the Newburgh Dental Clinic
Committee, he established the Dental Clinic at St. Luke's Hospital,
Newburgh; was vice-president of the Greater Newburgh Community Chest; a
member of St. Luke's Hospital Board of Managers and chairman of the
School of Nursing for 11 years; was an original member of the Newburgh
Flourine Advisory Committee; was president of the Newburgh Public Health
and Tuberculosis Association; was president of the Amphion Glee Club,
Newburgh and of the Hudson Valley Male Chorus Association; was treasurer
and governor of the Atlantic Conference of Male Choruses; was a charter
member and trustee of the Newburgh Civic Theatre; and was president of
the NFA Alumni Association. Fowler served as director of the Board of
Ramapo Catskill Library system from 1967-73; and was on the Board of
Directors of NAID (Newburgh Area Industrial Developers Corp.) from
1967-77. He was a member of the Channel City Club in Santa Barbara,
Calif., and has resided in Santa Barbara since 1979. Survivors include
one son, Bartlett D. Fowler of Cvnarillo, Calif.; one daughter, Barbara
F. Raber of Santa Barbara, Calif.; two sisters, Mrs. John (ELeanor)
Delarede of Zephyr- hills, Fla., and Mrs. John B. (Katherine) Rhoades of
Alhambra, Calif.; one grandson, Scott Robert Fowler of Camarillo,
Calif.; one granddaughter, Suzanne Courteen Fowler of Camarillo, Calif.
A memorial funeral service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at the Coloni
Funeral Home, Route 9W, New Windsor with the Rev. Carlos Lantis
officiating. 
Gill, Fannie
Born Jan. 13, 1894 Died April 1982 
Goldstein, Jack Born Oct. 14,
1934 Died July 13, 1992 
Gorman,
James 
Hemingway,
Stanton Born Jan. 19, 1913 Died Sept.
12 1990 
Henderson, Esther Born Feb. 9,
1910 Died March 1987
Henderson,
Hazel Mary Roe 92, of Myrtle Beach, a former lifelong resident of
Newburgh, New York, died Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at home in Myrtle Beach.
Daughter of the late Elsie M. Dusenbury and William R. Henderson, she
was born April 1, 1916 in Newburgh, New York, and was married for 54
years to LeGrand Roe, who passed away in 1990. She was also predeceased
by her daughter, Dianne L. Dellamarco; brother, William Edwin Henderson;
and sisters, Elsie Marie Johnson and Amy Florence Rosborough. Hazel was
employed by the Williams Bakery, Newburgh, N.Y., and also the Newburgh
School District, where she was office manager of Newburgh Free Academy
for many years. She had an outstanding memory and would recall countless
in-school situations with the many students and teachers, who passed
through the school's main office over the years. A lifelong member of
Moulton Memorial Baptist Church, Hazel was for many years active in the
Beta Eta class of the church. She was a member of the Hudson River
Chapter No. 362, Order of the Eastern Star, Quilters of the Hudson
Highlands, was a former member of the board of managers of the Amos and
Sarah Holden Home, and a member of the Orange-Rockland Fraternal
Association. Hazel was a loving, caring person to all and will be missed
by all who knew her over the years. The family wishes to thank
personally, Norma Norbes, her personal care giver, and the staff of
Mercy Hospice of Myrtle Beach. She is survived by her son, David LeGrand
Roe and his wife, Susan, of Myrtle Beach; four grandchildren, David D.
Roe of Pine Bush, Jeffrey T. Roe of the Town of Newburgh, N.Y., Kelli E.
Philo of Myrtle Beach, and Gregory LeGrand Roe of the Town of Newburgh,
N.Y.; five great-grandchildren, Jessica Roe, Christine Roe, Taylor
Philo, Jordan Philo and Jonathan Roe; nieces, Marie Roberts of the Town
of Newburgh, N.Y., Donna Ludwig of Richmond, Va., and Barbara Johnson of
Jacksonville, Fla.; and nephew, Jon Rosborough of Wilmington, N.C.
Visitation will be held from 2 until 5 p.m. Sunday, May 11, 2008 in
Brooks Funeral Home, Newburgh, N.Y. Funeral services will be held 10:30
a.m. Monday, May 12, 2008 in Cedar Hill Mausoleum Chapel, Newburgh.
Entombment will follow in Cedar Hill Mausoleum. 
Hildebrant, Blanche Born Aug. 7,
1907 Died March 13, 1996 
Jochumsen,
Elva Born Nov. 25,
1904 Died Sept. 1977
Joyce,
John K. born 3/20/13 died rom Pine Bush and died in West Haven, CT
Kane,
Joseph Died 1985 
Karg, Susan Lynne Champion of Montgomery, NY, a retired Physical
Education teacher for the Newburgh School District, and a resident of
the area died Thursday, March 17, 2011, in Middletown. She was 67. The
daughter of the late Arthur Karg and June Karg Kertis, she was born
April 19, 1943 in Rocky River, Ohio. She and her husband shared an
overwhelming love of life and the outdoors, and together spent their
days camping, hiking, biking, fishing, geocaching and birding throughout
the Northeast and on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Survivors
include her husband Dick; daughter Jenn Goebel and husband Matt of
Franklin, MA; grandchildren Emmett and Olivia; mother June Kertis and
sister Kaye Kathe of Ohio; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A
memorial gathering will be on Monday March 21, 2011 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM
at Overhiser Funeral Home, 78 Union St. Montgomery, NY. Family and
friends will be sharing memories of Sue at 7:00 PM. Cremation will be in
Cedar Hill Crematory in Newburgh, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Kavanagh,
James R. age 70, of Cornwall, entered into rest on December 5, 2009, at
his home. Mr. Kavanagh was a school teacher with the Newburgh Enlarged
School District NFA, and retired police officer with the
Cornwall-On-Hudson Police Dept. The son of James J. Kavanagh and Lillian
Manning Kavanagh, he was born September 1, 1939 in the Bronx. Survivors
include his daughter, Lisa Nazzaro and her husband, Donald of Central
Valley; nephews: James J. and Peter Kavanagh; close friend, Patricia
Fogarty of Newburgh; sister-in-law, Emily Kavanagh of Lindenhurst, and
grandchild, Kristen Marie Nazzaro. In addition to being a police officer
with the Cornwall-On-Hudson Police Dept. for 18 years, he was with the
Palisade Park Police, Blooming Grove Police Dept., Village of
Washingtonville Police Dept., and Town of Marlboro Police Dept. Schools
that Jim taught at include: Sacred Heart School, Manhattan; Materchriste
School, Queens; Lincoln Hall, Somers; Pleasant Hill Cottage School,
Pleasant Valley; BOCES, Southern Westchester County. Visitation will be
held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Tuesday, December 8, at Quigley Bros.
Funeral Home, 337 Hudson St., Cornwall-On-Hudson. A Mass of Christian
Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Wednesday, December 9, at St.
Thomas of Canterbury Church, Cornwall-On-Hudson, with burial to follow
in St. Thomas Cemetery in Cornwall. 
Kurachek, John C. Died 1998 
Lewis,
Dorothy Born Aug. 4, 1901 Died Feb.
13, 1989 
Lovelass,
Luella Born Dec. 24,
1898 Died Jan. 1988 
Masterson,
George V. "Lanky" of New Windsor, a retired teacher and coach in the
Newburgh School District, and a lifelong resident of the area, died
Tuesday, July 9, 1996 in Goshen. The son of the late Francis and
Ethel Young Masterson, he was born in Newburgh. He was the widower
of Hazel Woska Masterson. He was a member of Monsignor Henry
O'Carroll Knights of Columbus, Newburgh; the New York State Teachers
Association; and the Alumni Association of the State University College
of New Paltz. He also was a delegate for the National and State
Teachers, American Federation of Teachers. Survivors include one
daughter Georgann Goulding of New Windsor; one grandson, Jeffrey Betters
of New Windsor and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2
to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney
Ave. Newburgh. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday
at Sacred Heart Church, Newburgh. Burial wil be in Calvary
Cemetery, New Windsor. Memorial contributions may be sent to the
George "Lanky" Masterson Memorial Fund, c/o Mary Kalfas, Treasurer,
Newburgh School District, 124 Grand St. Newburgh NY 12550. 
Mayer,
Donald T. Died 1996 
McCord, Irene Born Jan 5, 1923
Died May 15, 2000 in Gardiner NY Taught Art in the 50s 
McDonough, William Wall of Newburgh, N.Y. a former vice
principal for Newburgh Free Academy and lifetime resident of the area,
entered into rest, Thursday, April 13, 2000, in St. Luke's Hospital,
Newburgh. He was 87. The son of the late William Joseph and Margaret
Daniher McDonough, he was born Sept. 15, 1912, in Newburgh. He was the
widower of Marion Farone McDonough, who passed away in 1987. A graduate
of Newburgh Free Academy, he earned his bachelor of science degree from
Middlebury College in Middlebury, Vt., where he was also a member of
Kappa Delta Rho Fraternity and Kappa Phi Kappa National Education
Fraternity. He also attended Bates College in Lewiston, Maine and earned
his master's degree from SUNY Albany. He was awarded Doctor of Humane
Letters from Mt. St. Mary College in 1980. He taught as instructor of
the USMA Ground School, teaching navigation, bombing, instruments and
aircraft recognition, as well as an instructor of mathematics at USMA
Preparatory School. He also served in Air Force Statistical Control at
the Pentagon. With 44 years in education, he taught social studies and
math at Newburgh Free Academy; was a guidance counselor at North Junior
High School, South Junior High School and Newburgh Free Academy; and was
coach of the golf team, assistant coach of basketball and football, as
well as a soccer coach at Central Grammar School. He was Vice Principal
for Newburgh Free Academy for 17 years, and after retiring in 1969, was
an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education at Mt. St. Mary
College and the Director of Placement, retiring from these positions in
1977. He was also instructor of navigation for Rockwell Flying School in
Newburgh; an instructor for Walden Flying School; and instructor for
Oblate Fathers Seminary in Newburgh. He was a member of the NYS Teachers
Association; Newburgh Teachers Association; Newburgh Administration
Council; NYS Administration Council; NFA Parent Teachers Association;
NYS Retired Teachers Association; Newburgh Retired Teachers Association;
and St. Patrick's Parish Council. He served on the Board of Directors of
Family Services; president of the PTA at Mt. St. Mary Academy; served on
the counsel of United Way; was an honorary member of Omega Psi Phi
Fraternity; and served as an official at US PGA Senior Golf tournaments
at SHCC for seven years. Survivors include two daughters, Mary Ann
Godwin of Tarrytown and Karen Sturges of Marlborough, Mass.; five
grandchildren, Elizabeth and Anne Godwin and Sarah, Jeffrey and Timothy
Sturges; one nephew, Byron York; three nieces, Barbara Whistler, Frances
Bouton and Beverly Cobb; and several greatnieces and greatnephews. He
was predeceased by one sister, Christine McDonough York; and one
grandson, William Godwin. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9
p.m. today, Sunday, April 16, at the DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home, 481
Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at
10 a.m. Monday, April 17, in St. Patrick's Church, Newburgh. Entombment,
with full military honors, will be in Cedar Hill Mausoleum in Newburgh.
Memorial contributions, in honor of Bill, may be sent to the William and
Marion McDonough Book Fund, c/o Mt. St. Mary College, 330 Powell Ave.,
Newburgh, N.Y. 12550. Arrangements under the direction of
DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home. -- Added note William
Wall McDonough, also taught Math & Social Studies as a teacher at
NFA. 
Mee, John W. formerly of Cornwall, N.Y. a retired principal from North
Junior High, Newburgh, died on Monday, June 7, 2004 at his home in
Western, Mexico. He was 67. The son of William Robert Mee and Ellen
Frances Pickley, he was born November 10, 1936 in Endicott. Mr. Mee
graduated from Fordham College in 1958. After serving the US Counter
Intelligence in Germany he taught mathematics and coached soccer at
Storm King School in Cornwall-on-Hudson. In 1963 he joined the faculty
of Newburgh Free Academy, eventually becoming vice principal. He was
later appointed Principal of North Junior High, Newburgh, where he
served until his retirement in 1994. Survivors include his wife, the
former Martha J. Ochse of Ajijic, Mexico; four children, John Andrew Mee
of Washington, D.C., Jennifer Morris and Jane Cibik, both of Atlanta,
Ga., and Christopher Mee of Highland Mills; a brother, Mike Mee of
Endicott, and Cambridge, Mass.; two stepdaughters, Joanna Giddings of
Old Greenwich, Conn. and Dr. Virginia Giddings of Mountain View, Calif.;
and several grandchildren. Funeral services were held June 12 in Ajijic,
Mexico. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 26 at 12 p.m.
at St. Patrick's Church, Rt. 32, Highland Mills. -->
Meyer,
Margaret Goodrich, of Town of Newburgh, died at her residence Saturday,
March 16, 2002, after a long illness. Born July 26, 1907, in Saginaw,
Mich., she was the daughter of the late Dr. Henry J. Meyer and Rose
Steinert. Mrs. Goodrich was the wife of the late Richard J. Goodrich,
who died May 27, 1992. Mrs. Goodrich was a graduated of the University
of Michigan and later received her masters degree from SUNY New Paltz.
As head of the art department at Newburgh Free Academy for many years,
she guided many gifted students into fruitful careers and was
respectfully known as "mom" to all her students. She is survived by her
son, Richard "Rick" M. Goodrich of the Town of Newburgh; five
grandchildren, David K. Goodrich, Dawn McKenzie, Laurie Dodge Cummings,
Debbie Cobb and Joy A. Goodrich Walker; and seven great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by a daughter, Margo Dodge. Visitation will be from
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, at White & Venuto Funeral
Home, 188 N. Plank Rd. (Rte 32), Town of Newburgh. Funeral service will
be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 20, at First Baptist Church, corner of
South and West St. Pastor Campbell Thompson will officiate. Burial will
be follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery. If desired, kindly make memorial
contributions to American Cancer Society, 419 East Main St., Wisner
Professional Building, Suite 307B, Middletown, NY 10940. Funeral
arrangements in care of White & Venuto Funeral Home.
Mislock,
Jean Died 1991 
Mosca, Andrew M. Jr. of Milton, N.Y. a retired history teacher in the
Newburgh School District and a 50-year Milton resident, entered into
rest Monday, January 6, 2003 at St. Luke's Hospital, Newburgh after a
courageous 3-year battle with diffuse systematic scleroderma. He was 59.
Andy was the son of the late Andrew and Mary Puzio Mosca. He was born
July 2, 1943 in St. Luke's Hospital, but spent the first nine years of
his life growing up in the Bronx. He was a 1961 graduate of Marlboro
High School and a college graduate of the University of Albany, where he
acquired a Bachelor's Degree. He then went on to receive a Master's
Degree and began his career teaching history. To Andy, teaching was more
than just a job and a way of life; it was his way to enhance the lives
of others. As advisor for People's Party in the N.F.A
Youth-In-Government Program, he helped cultivate political knowledge and
awareness in his students. He was also an active member of St. James
Catholic Church in Milton. By writing the history for his church's 125th
jubilee, he was able to blend his love of history with his faith in God.
Andy was an 15-year active member and former president of the Newburgh
Camera Club. Camping always provided him the scenery to take meaningful
photographs while spending time with his family. An avid and skilled
photographer, he could always capture the innate beauty of nature and
people. His capability of choosing the right subjects did not end there.
Even the most inanimate objects were brought to life in his photos. A
family statement reads, "He was a kind, loving, patient, selfless man
who was a genuine treasure to all." Survivors include his devoted loving
wife, Karen at home; his son, Andrew also at home; and his daughter,
Beth McNair of Hyde Park. He is also survived by his sister, Patricia
Mackey and her husband, Oliver, of Milton; his niece, Jean Marie Caisse
and her husband, Mark, of Santa Clara, Calif.; his nephew, Stepehen
Mackey and his wife, Tracy, of Milton; and grandnieces, Marissa and
Kelly. Additional survivors include his aunts, Mary Ranalli of Milton,
Agnes Puzio of Andover, Mass., Janet Mosca of Millbrook; and several
cousins. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., Thursday, January
9, at the DiDonato Funeral Home, Route 9W, Marlboro. A Mass will be
celebrated at 10 a.m., Friday, January 10 at St. James Roman Catholic
Church, 12 Main St., Milton. Father Fred Kempfirl will officiate. Burial
will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Lattintown Road, Marlboro. In lieu
of flowers, memorial donations on Andy's behalf may be made to the
Sclerodema Foundation, Tri-State Chapter, 1182 Teaneck Road, Teaneck, NJ
07666. Arrangements were made by the DiDonato Funeral Home, Marlboro. 
Murley,
William Born March 8,
1942 Died Sept. 5, 1995 
Nebling,
Albert Born Nov.
23, 1909 Died Dec. 1, 1994 
Pallaroni,
Mildred Born Aug. 2, 1900
Died Feb. 1992 
Parrott,
Thomas Born Mar. 24, 1916 Died
Dec. 1984 
Passaic,
Michael Born Nov. 2,
1937 Died Oct. 26, 1997 
Pearlman,
Jeanette "Jan" Whited of Cornwall-on-Hudson, N.Y. a retired teacher in
the Newburgh School District and lifelong resident of the area, died at
Elant of Newburgh on Sunday, July 25, 2004. She was 83 years old. The
daughter of Louis and Minnie Siegler Pearlman, she was born July 20,
1921 in Newburgh. She was the widow of Robert C. Whited, whom she
married in 1941. He passed away in 1994. One of Newburgh Free Academy's
youngest students, she graduated at age 14. She was a graduate of
S.U.N.Y. New Paltz and completed Special Education Certification and
graduate work at Teacher's College, Columbia University and New York
University. Mrs. Whited was a special education teacher at South Junior
High, Newburgh for 39 years. She also did psychological testing in the
Newburgh School System. She taught English, Remedial and speed reading
at N.F.A. summer sessions and Adult Education evening classes. In her
early years, she worked summers as a Newburgh playground leader,
supervisor of crafts in the city playgrounds and craft instructors at
the Y.M.C.A. Day Camp. She also was a Girl Scout Leader. Mrs. Whited set
up and supervised the Newburgh Jewish Community Center Day Camp in its
beginning years. An outstanding athlete in high school and college, she
was active in Ladies and mixed bowling leagues in the area for many
years. She was "generous with her time and talents." She was a member of
the Newburgh Area Retired teachers Association, N.Y.S. Retired Teachers
Association, National Retired Teachers Association, A.A.R.P., American
Diabetes Association, N.Y. Chapter, Arthritis Foundation, Club 55+ at
Cornwall Hospital and Friends of the Cornwall Public Library. She is
survived by a brother-in-law, Jerry Beckwith of Poughkeepsie;
sisters-in-law, Ruth Ferguson of Cornwall, Beverly Pearlman of Boca
Raton, Fla. and a dear friend Lenore Smith of New Windsor and cousins,
nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. She was predeceased by
a sister Roberta Beckwith of Poughkeepsie and a brother Seymour Pearlman
of Albany and Boca Raton, Fla. and her beloved husband Robert C. Whited.
Services will be held at Doulin Newburgh Funeral Home, Inc. on Wednesday
July 28 from 10 to 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, New
Windsor. Memorial contributions may be made the American Heart Assoc.,
American Diabetes Assoc., or the charity of choice.
Pelin,
Fred A. Born May 3, 1906 Died
May 1979 
Pembleton,
Claude Born Sept. 25, 1911
Died June 1982 
Pesetzky, Shirley passed in July 2008 at age 90. Shirley taught
P.E. at N.F.A. for 20 years retiring in 1979, passed in July 2008 at age
90. She grew up in Bronx N.Y. and graduated from N.Y.U. in 1940 and in
1958, moved to Newburgh and started teaching.
Petrillo,
Ralph Born Dec. 29, 1923
Died April 1, 1993
Politi, Enzo Born April 11, 1915
Died Dec. 20, 1997
Porr,
Romaine Born Feb. 2, 1899 Died
July 15, 1987
Prackelt, Duane Allen of Newburgh,NY unexpectedly entered into eternal
rest on December 20, 2014 at home. He was 67 years old. Duane was the
son of the late Arthur and Catherine (Arnold) Prackelt. Duane graduated
from SUNY New Paltz in 1969 and was a member of the Kappa fraternity.
Duane went on to teach at NFA in the Newburgh School District for 34
years and retired in 2002. He was very involved with the NFA crew team
during his years at NFA and stayed active with the team after his
retirement. Duane was an avid hunter and fisherman, passing his love of
the outdoors to his children and grandchildren. He was a Lifetime member
of the NRA and was actively involved with many hunting clubs, including
the Walden Sportsman’s Club, Black Rock Fish and Game Club, Woodbury
Field and Stream Club and the Tri-County Archers. Duane is survived by
his loving wife of 46 years at home, Barbara (Gasperetti) Prackelt; his
loving children: April Schmick and husband Herb, Duane Prackelt and wife
Carla; his grandchildren Jessica Schmick, Alexander Prackelt and
Nicholas Prackelt; and his faithful dogs Xena, Lady Remington and Lady
Smith. A celebration of his life will be held from 1 to 5 pm on
Saturday, December 27 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh.
A reception will follow. 
Rafferty, Mary "Marie" C. Sept. 12, 1887
Died Oct. 1977 
Reed,
Darrell L. As per Memoriam in 1969 Yearbook 
Rees,
Susie Born Nov. 30, 1889
Died Nov. 1984 
Reid, Archie Joseph - born September 27, 1975 in Middletown New York.
Died Sunday March 11, 2012. The son of Archibald and Camille Grassi
Reid, he was 36 years old. Archie was an English teacher at Newburgh
Free Academy. He is survived by his parents, his wife, Luz Melendez Reid
of Wallkill, NY his brother Daniel Reid and his wife Jan Edmunds of New
Paltz, NY, his sister Jo Ann Cassisi and her husband Micky of Walden,
NY. He was a beloved uncle to Brittany Lea, Kylie, Alex and Ryan Reid
and Ian, Miles and Oliver Parfenoff. He is survived by numerous aunts,
uncles, cousins, friends and students; all of whom thought they were his
favorite and they were. Archie was a graduate of Wallkill High School
where he was involved in pole vaulting, track, and football. He received
his Bachelors Degree at SUNY Purchase and his Masters at Mt. St. Mary
College. Archie began his career at South High in September of 2000
teaching Technology and Bilingual Technology at NFA. He also taught at
Heritage. In 2009 he received tenure and transferred to NFA North in
2010 where he taught English. He’s been a coach for the girls track team
and pole vaulting since he started in 2000, but his joy was coaching the
ski club. Archie enjoyed life and involved himself in a variety of
sports. He was member of “The Oasis Pool Team” at New Paltz where his
team won the opportunity to attend the “The Nationals” at Las Vegas.
Archie was loved by his students and respected by his colleagues. His
ability to relate to children was exceptional. He was an unconventional
teacher with a unique style of reaching his students. He always pushed
his students to succeed. Archie touched more lives than he realized and
will be missed so deeply. In lieu of flowers, the family would like
donations made to NFA athletics. Checks made payable to Newburgh
Enlarged School District Athletics 124 Grand Street, Newburgh New York
12550 Attention: Archie Reid Donations. Visitation at the Millspaugh
Funeral Home 22 Bank St. Walden, NY on Thursday March 15, 2012, 7 pm to
9 pm, Friday March 16, 2012 2 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm. Funeral Mass
at St. Charles Borromeo Church Rt. 44-55 Gardiner, NY Saturday March 17,
2012 at 10:30 a.m. 
Reilly,
William Died 1990
Robinson, Ruth Died 1992 Born
March 9, 1899 Died Feb. 26, 1991
Roosa, William C. of Newburgh, N.Y., entered into rest on Thursday,
September 6, 2007 at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh campus. He
was 83. The son of the late Clinton S. and Margaret Alexander Roosa, he
was born in Amsterdam, N.Y on December 28, 1924. He was a longtime
resident of the area, and an educator at Newburgh Free Academy, Newburgh
City School District. William was a ham radio enthusiast for 35 years,
having belonged to M.A.R.S. He was also a member of NYSUT (New York
State United Teachers). Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years,
Grace M. Sarvis; one daughter, Lois A. Jones and her husband, Jerry, of
Walden; five sons: Paul W. Roosa and his wife, Chong-Cha, of Tucson,
Ariz., Philip C. Roosa of Bath, N.Y., Scott J. Roosa and Jean Harrington
of Downingtown, Pa., Neil R. Roosa and his wife, Thelma, of Dell City,
Okla., and Leigh T. Roosa and his wife, Melanie, of Newburgh; 19
grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and
cousins. Visitation for family and friends will be offered on Sunday,
September 9, 2007 from 1-3 p.m. at The Engel Funeral Home, Inc., 5319
Rt. 9w, Newburgh. Funeral services will be held at The Engel Funeral
Home on Monday, September 10th at 11 a.m. Pastor Charles Gockel will be
officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newburgh. 
Schleiermacher, Christine NFA Graduate of
the Class of 1934, Born May 1, 1917 Died June 1989 
Schoonmaker,
William D. Memoriam in the NFA 67 Yearbook 
Seibert, Linda A. of Newburgh, a lifelong resident of the area, entered
into rest on Sunday, May 1, 2011 at home. She was 64. Daughter of the
late Harold and Ellen Incano Seibert, she was born on April 26, 1947 in
Newburgh. Linda graduated Mount Saint Mary College with a Masters
Degree, and later became an English teacher at Newburgh Free Academy in
Newburgh. Linda was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church, an avid Yankee
fan, and will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, friends, and
special friends. She is survived by her loving nieces and nephews, Kim
Seibert, Stacey Richmond and her husband, Gary and their daughter,
Kelsey, Jennifer Sandy, and Sean Sandy. In addition to her parents,
Linda was predeceased by a brother. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and
7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave.,
Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on
Wednesday, May 4 at Sacred Heart Church, Newburgh. Burial will follow in
Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newburgh. To send a personal condolence or for
directions, please visit 
Shafer,
Marlene Roberta passed away early this morning. 2/13/10... She
fought a long hard battle for over 18 years. Services will be at
Doulin’s on Tuesday at 11 AM.
Shapiro,
Ronald - Born 31 July 1937 Died 14 May
1999 Place of death Newburgh, NY 1955 NFA
Graduate
Shaw,
Reginald Born June 25, 1899 Died March
1974 
Siener,
Edna Born Feb.
29, 1892 Died Oct. 15, 1987
Sinnamon,
Lynwood D. Born Feb. 6, 1908 Died Dec. 1978
Sloane,
M. Marian Born July 1, 1895 Died
Feb. 1978
Smith,
Roxie Born Aug. 11,
1904 Died Nov. 1984
Smyth,
Roberta E. 
Stangler,
Ruth of Riverdale, NJ, formerly of Newburgh, NY, died Monday, May 19,
2008 at the age of 90, after a valiant struggle with a year-long
illness. Born in 1918, she was the daughter of Sonia and William
Greenberg of Mountaindale, NY. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts and
Master's degrees at Hunter College in New York City, and later returned
to study at SUNY of New York at New Paltz, where she received her
Masters of Science degree in Library Science. She taught English at
Newburgh Free Academy and served as Head Librarian at the school for
over 18 years. President of her local Hadassah chapter, she was active
nationally in the organization for many years. She and her husband
traveled to Israel countless times, in support of Hadassah Hospital in
Jerusalem. One of her fondest memories was a six-month sabbatical around
the world with her husband, George, former Dean of Administration at
Orange County Community College. The couple were received by educators
and librarians worldwide, in both developed and third world countries,
in an intimate cultural and educational exchange. Many of these
relationships endured for decades. She was a beloved wife, mother,
grandmother, aunt, friend and champion of Israel. She is survived by her
three children: Ronnie Stangler, MD of Seattle, WA, Donald Stangler, MD
of New Canaan, CT, and Faith Lucine of Woodcliff Lake, NJ; and four
beautiful grandchildren, Rebecca and Rachel Lucine and Cole and Gray
Stangler. She will be missed for her knowledge, scholarship and her
fierce loyalty and devotion to family. Funeral services will be held on
Wednesday, May 21, at 1 p.m. at Congregation Agudas Israel Cemetery in
New Windsor, NY. Remembrances may be made in her name and loving memory
to Hadassah. Arrangements are under the care of the Doulin Newburgh
Funeral Home, Inc., 318 N. Montgomery St., Newburgh, NY; 845-562-0068. 
Stevens,
C. Everitt 
Stout,
Edith Joy Pennington 71, of Louisville, died peacefully at her home,
March 23, 2011 with Lee, her husband of 49 years, at her side. Her body
was cremated and her ashes will be spread at sea. She was born and
raised in the mountains of east Tennessee--not far from the original
town site of old Butler, now submerged under Watauga Lake. Joy was a
retired professor of English at the University of Kentucky Jefferson
Community College, now Jefferson Community and Technical College, where
she taught the last 32 years of her career. She had previously taught at
Southeast Community College in Cumberland, KY and Newburgh Free Academy
in Newburgh, NY. She earned degrees from Berea College, Berea, KY and
the University of Iowa, Iowa City. Widely traveled, Joy and Lee had
visited all the United States, all the Canadian Provinces except one,
and 72 foreign countries. She edited Selected Kentucky Literature,
published by Archer Editions Press in 1980. For 26 years Joy was
volunteer Executive Director of the annual Corn Island Storytelling
Festival in Louisville. Joy was co-owner of JoLe Productions, a film
company she and her husband established in 1990. Together, they produced
21 documentaries, including The Mound Builders, Eyes That Look at the
Sky: the Mystery of Easter Island, The Serpent Fort: Solving the Mystery
of Fort Mountain, Georgia, and Wales: History in Bondage. She was
preceded in death by her parents, Haskel and Lona Stout of Butler, TN
and two sisters, Jan Tucker of Woodbridge, VA; and Jean Miller of
Elizabethton, TN; and a brother, Ray Stout of Elizabethton, TN. In
addition to her husband, Lee, she is survived by three sisters, Sandy
Miller of Durham, NC; Dot Stout of Butler, TN; and Margery Church
(Allen) of Butler, TN; and two brothers, Don Stout (Nancy) of Orlando,
FL; and Bill Stout of Butler, TN. An open-to-the-public celebration of
Joy's life will be held 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 27, at Newcomer Funeral
Home, 235 Juneau Drive, Middletown, KY. Expressions of sympathy in Joy's
name may be made to Hosparus of Louisville, PO Box 35425, Louisville, KY
40233. Remembrances of Joy can be made online at :
Strickland,
Louis G. Born May 25, 1894
July 1975 in Florida 
Striphas, Mary Born Dec. 6,
1924 Died Sept. 23, 1991 
Stulzman, Judith Ann “Judy” McAfee of Town of Newburgh entered into
eternal rest at her home on January 23, 2014. She was 71 years old. The
daughter of the late Elmo Frederick and Delores (Brown) Stutzman, Judy
was born on February 17, 1942 in Evansville, Indiana. She married
Michael Joseph McAfee on May 22, 1955 in Athens, Ohio. She earned her
B.A. at the University of Indiana in Evansville, Indiana and her Masters
of Arts in English, Ohio University. Judy was a retired school teacher
after 30 years of service in the Newburgh Enlarged School District and
Newburgh Free Academy. “Judith was a consummate professional who loved
her students, her husband, friends and family and doted her grandsons
Miles and Marshall. She leaves behind a wealth of friends and treasured
and professional colleagues and beloved cats and her dog, Molly, as well
as her devotion to the Newburgh Library and school district.” Judy was
an elder at Union Presbyterian Church, Newburgh, 9 years Adjunct
Professor at SUNY New Paltz, Adjunct Professor at Mt. St. Mary College,
Newburgh, Co-President of Delta Kappa Gamma Professional Educators
Organization, President of the Board of Literacy Volunteers of America,
President of the Friends of the Newburgh Free Library, 12 year
consultant in Literacy Education, Mt. St. Mary College, 3rd term as a
member of the School Board of the Newburgh Enlarged City School
District, as such served as chair of the curriculum committee and the
library committee. Judy leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 58
years, Michael at home; her sons Scott McAfee and his wife Katherine of
Wurtsboro, NY and Todd McAfee and his wife Mitzi of Poughkeepsie, NY;
and her grandsons: Miles and Marshall McAfee. Visitation will be held
from 5 to 8 on Saturday January 25 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney
Ave., Newburgh. A funeral service officiated by Rev. David Mason will be
held at 3 pm on Sunday January 26 at Union Presbyterian Church,
Balmville Road, Newburgh. An hour of visitation will precede the
service. Burial will be private and held at the convenience of the
family. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Judy’s name
to Union Presbyterian Church, 44 Balmville Road, Newburgh, NY 12550 or
Friends of the Newburgh Free Library, 124 Grand Street, Newburgh, NY,
12550. 
Timko,
Howard Died 1999 
Tompkins,
Dorothy M. Born Mar 1, 1904
Died May 1974 
Tourville,
Dr. Leslie M (NFA Principal 66-84) of Cornwall, N.Y. a
retired principal for N.F.A. in Newburgh, died Saturday, March 20, 2004
at Horton Hospital in Middletown. He was 84. He was born to the late
Felix and Margarita Tourville on August 22, 1919 in Leominster, Mass. He
was the beloved husband of Lorraine Masciola Tourville. Leslie started
his career as a math and science teacher in Newton, Mass. from 1951 to
1954 and continued in Holliston, Mass. from 1955 to 1959. He received
his Doctorate Degree from Harvard University and went on to become the
Principal of Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School in Massachusetts from
1959 to 1966, where he designed and implemented a National Award wining
Secondary School. Leslie then went on to become the principal of N.F.A.
from 1966 to 1984 where he was the only principal to have a Doctorate
Degree. Also from 1984 to 1985 he was the Asst. Superintendent of
Curriculum in the Newburgh School district. Upon his retirement within
the school system he was a real estate agent for Kahn's Reality in
Newburgh as well as a manager at the Newburgh Auto Auction. The family
statement reads: "Les was a very warm loving, caring New Englands
Gentleman's Gentleman. He was a wonderful husband and great father and
will be missed always." He is survived by his wife, Lorraine, at home;
one son, Brian Tourville of New Paltz; one daughter, Ann-lise Ekland of
New Paltz; one stepson, Philip A. Masciola Jr. of New Windsor; one
step-daughter, Linda M. Gentle of Newburgh; one sister, Ruth Kavanaugh
of Massachusetts; four grandchildren, Kevin Babcock Jr., Brianna,
Christopher and Bryan Masciola; two nephews, Ricky and Kevin Homewood;
and two nieces, Joanne Homewood and Maureen Tourville. He was
predeceased by four siblings, Elain, Dorothy, Howard and Harold
Tourville. His funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 23, 2004
at 11 a.m. at Coloni Funeral Home, 3001 Rt. 9W, New Windsor, NY 12553.
Burial will be private. The family will be present to receive friends on
Monday, March 22 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of
flowers donations can be made to St. Jude's Research Hospital, 501 St.
Jude's Place, Memphis, TN 38105. For a family guestbook and directions
visit colonifuneralhome.com. 
Townsend
Sr., Robert Died 1990
Wagner,
Richard E. was born August 4, 1931 and died January 9, 2000.
He was married to the former Catherine Bunting (Class of 1953) who
survives him. 
Wallace, Margaret Born Dec. 26,
1894 Died July 1987 
Watkins,
J. Ronald Born Nov. 22, 1896
Died May 1983 
Wildermann, Paul Joseph Sr., age 46, of West Scranton died unexpectedly
Friday evening after being stricken ill. He and his wife, the former
Jennifer Barrett, celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary Oct. 23. He
was born in Ridgewood, N.J., son of the late Carl and Roberta Louise
Champury Wildermann. He and his family moved to Newburgh, N.Y., and he
was a graduate of Newburgh Free Academy High School. He received his
Bachelor of Science degree from Dominican College and his master's
degree in social work from Marywood University. Paul's career began with
his teaching high school history in schools of Newburgh, N.Y. He
relocated to Scranton, and spent his life serving others, including
children and families suffering from abuse and neglect while he worked
at Lackawanna County CYS. He also worked with families struggling with
domestic violence through developing Domestic Violence Intervention
Center Groups at the United Neighborhood Center. He counseled
individuals at Advance Community Counseling and running groups at drug
and alcohol treatment services. He was currently working with veterans
at the Veterans Administration Hospital of Wilkes-Barre, which he loved
very much, and often spoke fondly of his co-workers and the veterans he
served every day. Paul met his wife, Jennifer, at Lackawanna County CYS,
and they were hired on the same day in 1995. Shortly after meeting, they
became inseparable. They married and have two wonderful children, Paulie
and Mila. Paul died doing what he loved most, spending time with his
family and watching his son ski. Paul was devoted to his family, and
loved his children more than anything in life. Paul was truly a loving
and devoted soul. Paul loved watching Paulie play basketball, baseball,
soccer, karate and skiing. He couldn't wait to come home from work every
day because he loved watching Mila and playing hide and seek every night
with his children before bed. He was a very generous person, and his
last act of generosity was being an organ donor. He was a member of St.
Patrick's Church, West Scranton. Paul's family would like to thank the
All Saints Academy family for helping them in their time of need and
being there for Paulie and Mila. Their efforts and love will never be
forgotten. Also surviving are one son, Paul J. Wildermann Jr., age nine;
one daughter, Mila Wildermann, age two, both at home; one sister, Marion
Falabella and husband, Bob, Scranton; mother and father-in-law, Bernie
and Ed Dzielak, Scranton; sister-in-law, Heather Barrett, Scranton;
aunts, uncles and cousins. The funeral will be Wednesday with Mass of
Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at St. Patrick's Church, Jackson Street,
West Scranton. Friends may call Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Carl J.
Savino Funeral Home, 157 S. Main Ave., West Scranton. People attending
the funeral Mass are asked to go directly to St. Patrick's Church, West
Scranton.
Williams, Robert D.
Winchell,
Roger Died 1990 
