Ball, William G. of Wallkill, N.Y., a retired electrician for Local #1249 and a lifelong resident of the area, passed away on Friday, June 22, 2007 at Elant at Newburgh after a long illness. The son of Elmer R. and Esther Barton Ball, he was born on July 28, 1925 in Vails Gate, N.Y. Bill was a graduate of N.F.A. in Newburgh. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy having served during WWII in the South Pacific. A family statement reads: "Bill was a great father and grandfather. He was always ready to help someone in any way he could. He will be missed by all who knew him and loved him." He was the widower of his loving wife, Marie Montanya Ball. He is survived by a son, Frederick Cabe and a daughter, Charleen McCarthy, both of Wallkill, N.Y.; two sisters, Anna Carpenter of Marlboro and Dorothy Savaria of Ulster Park; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. There will be no funeral services or visitation at the request of Bill. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Funeral arrangements are by the Gridley-Horan Funeral Home, Inc., 39 Orchard Street, Walden, N.Y

  Beahon, Edward   (Camera Shy)

    Bell, Edwin  “Ed” S. a lifelong resident of Newburgh, entered into rest on Friday, November 10, 2006 at home surrounded by his family. He was 82. Son of the late William and Edna Bell, he was born May 21, 1924 in Newburgh. He married Mary McGraw Bell on March 29, 1948 in St. Patrick's Church, Newburgh, who survives at home.  "Ed was a devoted husband to his wife, Mary of 58 years and a devoted father to his three children. He was extremely proud of his seven grandchildren, who always looked up to him for his gentle guidance. We will miss his sense of humor and his loving support. We send a special thank you to the staff of Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties for their exceptional comfort during this difficult time."  Ed was a parishioner of St. Patrick's Church, Newburgh. He graduated from Newburgh Free Academy and the Eastman Business School in New York City. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy Seabees during World War II, and he retired from the Purchasing Dept. of I.B.M. after 36 years of service. He was a member of the I.B.M. Quarter Century Club, American Legion Post 1420 and the Y.M.C.A. for 20 years, where he excelled in their many gymnastic competitions.  In addition to his loving wife, Mary; he is survived by his children, Michael Bell and his wife, Ritamary of Stanfordville, N.Y., Nancy Beaumont and her husband, Wayne of Wappingers Falls, N.Y. and Mary Ellen Bennett and her husband, Michael of Beacon, N.Y.; his brothers, Wilfred Bell and his wife, Bette, Kenneth Bell and his wife, Christine, and Ralph Bell and his wife, Jean; his grandchildren, Kasey and Shane Bell, Christopher and Lindsay Beaumont, Courtney, Michael and Matthew Bennett; and several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his sister, Marian. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at St. Patrick's Church, Newburgh, with Monsignor John Budwick officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor.  Memorial contributions on Edwin's behalf may be sent to Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, 800 Stony Brook Ct., Newburgh, NY 12550.

   Carangi, Anthony  “Tony”    Born Aug. 8, 1925    Died May 31, 1992 in Florida

    Clydesdale, Robert a lifetime resident of Newburgh, entered into rest on Saturday, December 11, 2010 in St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus. He was 85. Son of the late John and Frances (Jay) Clydesdale, he was born June 28, 1925 in Newburgh. He married his loving wife of 57 years, Beatrice (Epifano) Clydesdale, in Sacred Heart Church in Newburgh, on October 10, 1953. Beatrice survives at home. Robert proudly served his county in the U.S. Navy during World War II, where he earned the American Theatre Medal, Asiatic Pacific Medal 3 Stars, Philippine Liberation Ribbon 2 Stars and the Victory Medal. After his service, Robert joined Local 363 Plumbing & Steamfitters Union. He was a loving husband and father who always thought of his family first. He enjoyed fishing, the Mets, the Jets, and was especially proud of his military career. He will be sadly missed. In addition to his loving wife, Beatrice, he is survived by his daughter, Cathleen Clydesdale of Newburgh; his son, Robert Clydesdale and his wife, Kathleen of Newburgh; his sister-in-law, Mary Edge of Newburgh, as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his brother, John Clydesdale. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, December 14, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Wednesday, December 15, in Sacred Heart Church, Newburgh. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor. The family would like to thank Robert's caregiver, Brenda and nurse, Joyce, as well at the staff and physicians at St. Luke's for the care they gave him. Memorial contributions on Robert's behalf may be sent to National Parkinson Foundation, Gift Processing Center, PO Box 5018, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5018

  Decker, Jacob  “Jake or Bud”   Born Dec. 18, 1925  Died  Nov. 1980

   Dell, Harold E. of Richmond, Va., age 87, born to Robert Dell Sr. and Florence Woolsey of Newburgh, N.Y., peacefully went home to be with Jesus on February 23, 2013 after a very long illness. Harold was born in Newburgh, N.Y. on March 7, 1925. He attended Newburgh schools and Orange County Community College. On January 29, 1943, he enlisted in the Marine Corps, and became a aircraft mechanic. He served in the Okinawa campaign and Iwo Jima and was honorably discharged March 26, 1945. Harold was married to Marion Thorne on November 4, 1951 and became a sheet metal mechanic for Local Union #38. He was very involved at the Church of God in Cornwall, N.Y. Some of his church services included accounting, building maintenance and repairs, food bank, sound system and the start of a book ministry that is still up and running today. February 2001 he moved to Richmond Va. and became a member at Faith Landmark Ministries. Harold is survived by devoted wife, Marion Dell; three loving children, Donna Dell Barr (Mark, predeceased), Wayne Dell (Linda), Craig Dell (Noel); 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; brothers, Robert Dell Jr., he was predeceased by Donald Dell (Lucille, predeceased); sisters, Dorothy Northrip (Kenneth), Jean Saunders (Hy, predeceased) and Ruth Tesman (Edward, predeceased). The family of Harold E. Dell wishes to thank our extended church families as we have truly appreciated all of your prayers and support. In addition, we would like to send a special thank you to all of the nurses, volunteers and caregivers that assisted with Harold's health to ensure that he received the best of care. His remains rest at Bliley's Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road, where the family will receive friends 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2013 and where a Celebration of Life will be held 2 p.m., March 2, 2013 with Military Honors.

  DeRobertis, Albert       Born  July 23, 1925  Died  Sept. 1978  (Camera Shy)

   Gossoo, Russell  “Deacon”  Born June 20, 1924  Died  March 15, 2001 in Berlin NY

   Gozza, John F. of Beacon, formerly of Newburgh, entered into eternal rest on January 20 at Elant at Fishkill in Beacon. He was 88 years old. The son of the late Frederic and Nicolena (Garzione) Gozza, John was born on April 4, 1925 in Newburgh, NY. He graduated from NFA in 1943 and then enlisted in the U.S. Army. It was while serving in Europe during WWII that he met and fell in love with Marie “Mimi” Francoise de Rooij from Belgium. After the war, the two were married on June 11, 1946 in Antwerp, Belgium. They then returned to Newburgh. Once back in the area, John was a steamfitter for Local # 373 in Mountainville, NY. Mimi predeceased John 1992. John is survived by his son Anthony Jerry Gozza of Newburgh; his granddaughter April and her husband John McElrath of Highland; his great- grandchildren: Dominic Santara, John McElrath, and Ava McElrath all of Highland; his sisters: Theresa Swanson of Town of Newburgh and Dolores Quick of New Windsor; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. In addition to his parents and wife, John was predeceased by two sisters: Jill Ponessa and Rita Buffington. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 am on Friday, January 24. Burial with military honors will follow at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in John’s name to Elant at Fishkill, 22 Robert R. Kasin Way, Beacon, NY 12508.

  Guilfoil, Elizabeth Hanmore  “Bette” of Jefferson City, Tenn. formerly of the Newburgh area, passed away March 5, 2005 at the Life Care Center of Jefferson City, in Jefferson City, Tenn. The daughter of Otis V. Guilfoil and Elizabeth Martin Guilfoil, she was born December 10, 1925 in Newburgh, N.Y. She was predeceased by her husband of 33 years, Louis F. Hanmore, of Newburgh. Together, Louis and Bette owned and operated Hoffman's Stationery on Liberty Street in Newburgh, and Hanmore's Cards-N-Candy, located in the Mid-Valley Mall, which was one of the first Hallmark stores in the area. Bette was active in several civic groups, including Junior League of Newburgh; St. Luke's Hospital Ladies Auxiliary and Opti-Mrs. She was also a member of the Powelton Club. Bette was a 1947 graduate of Skidmore College in Saratoga, N.Y., where she majored in Sociology. Bette relocated to Laguna Hills, Calif. in 1984. In 1993, she married Jerome Kastel and they remained there until his death in July 2000. Most recently, she resided in Life Care Center of Jefferson City, following a move to Tennessee in 2000. She is survived by her son, Louis F. (Rick) Hanmore III, and his wife, Mary, of Newburgh; her daughter, Lisa E. Carberry and her husband, John, of Jefferson City, Tenn.; and three grandchildren: Matthew, Andrew, and Jennifer Carberry. The family will hold a memorial service at Cedar Hill Mausoleum on Saturday April 2, 2005 at 12:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to: Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10001. Arrangements by Farrar Funeral Home, Jefferson City, Tenn.

   Grizibowski, John  “Joe”     Born Nov. 29, 1928  Died Dec. 12, 1996

       Hammond, Karl L. was born January 12, 1925 he was a member of the NFA Class 1943. Karl was the son of Mrs. Hilda Kastner of Newburgh NY and enlisted in the Navy in January 1942.  He received his preliminary training in Newport, RI and completed Submarine school in New London in March 1943.  Karl was assigned to the Submarine Gudgeon.  On April 7, 1944 the sub left Johnson Island in the Pacific for assignment in the northern Marianas, and was to leave the area May 16th for another assignment  but was never heard from again.  Karl's mother was notified her son was missing in action on June 7, 1944.  On September 13, 1944 she was notified that he was presumed dead and the Navy announced the loss of the Gudgeon.

  Hayden, John  “Jack”  Born Aug. 7, 1924   Died  March 1979

      Henderson, Walter Moto a native and resident of Newburgh, NY for 84 years and a resident of Albany, LA for the past 3 years, passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2011 at his home. He was a retired warehouseman for C.J. Drislane Company and a U.S. Army veteran, having served our country during World War II. He was a longtime member of Union Presbyterian Church in Newburgh, NY and a current member of First Presbyterian Church in Hammond, LA. He leaves behind his wife, Florence Avery Henderson and his daughter, Pamela Lee Henderson. Preceding Mr. Henderson in death were his parents, Walter C. and May E. Miller Henderson; sister, Annetta Henderson, and brother, Robert J. Henderson. A memorial service will be held at a later date at White & Venuto Funeral Home, 188 North Plank Road, Newburgh, NY 12550. Memorial donations may be made to Generations Hospice, 32948 LA Highway 16, Denham Springs, LA 70726. Condolences and other information are available online atwww.thompsoncares.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home of Hammond and White & Venuto Funeral Home of Newburgh, NY.

  Hoffman, Theodore "Ted"  Born 3/30/1924   Died  6/29/2010 in Newburgh  ( Camera Shy )

  Hogan, Mary Jane "Min" Donohue of New Windsor, entered into rest Saturday, May 9, 2009 in St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus. She was 85. Daughter of the late Robert and Jenny Hogan, she was born March 2, 1924 in Newburgh. She graduated from NFA in Jan. 1943,(see Camera Shy). She married Peter "Bud" Donohue on January 11, 1947 who survives at home. She was a member of St. Patrick's Church, Newburgh. Mary's favorite time was spring. She loved to watch the lilacs bloom and hear the birds sing. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, Mary enjoyed baking for her family and telling stories about Newburgh from times gone by. She loved chocolate ice cream sodas and watching Jeopardy and the Wheel. You know, Mary was a lady, and a lady always knows when to leave. In addition to her loving husband of 62 years, Peter, she is survived by her daughter, Arden Minard and her husband, Robert of Clintondale; grandchildren, Craig, Ryan and Heather Romanowski; sister, Edythe D. Gray; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Robert A. Hogan; sisters, Katherine Kuhn and Barbara Colette. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 14, in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newburgh.

  Homin, John  F. a lifelong resident of the area, died September 30, 2006. He was 81.  Born on November 18, 1924 in Newburgh, to the late Charles and Anna Homin.  John enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps on April 23, 1943. He served in World War II as a B-24 Navigator in the 15th AF, 720th BS, 450th BG. He was reactivated in 1948 and flew B-29 relief missions in the Berlin airlift. Later he served as President of the Air Force Association, Hudson Valley Chapter. In his 41 years of service he retired from the Air Force reserve at the rank of Colonel.  He earned a BSME and graduated from Indiana State University. He went on to work as an engineer for IBM and retiring in 1992. Fishing was one of his hobbies that he enjoyed.  John is survived by his devoted wife, Frances Mary, whom he married on April 17, 1949; loving children: daughter, Alice F. Homin-Dosio, of New Windsor; sons, John F. Homin of Los Gatos, Calif., Joseph J. Homin of New Windsor, and Paul V. Homin and his wife, Melissa, of Latham, N.Y.; cherished grandchildren: Amelia Dosio, Morgan and Meredith Homin; dear aunt, Julia Czuber of Burlington, N.J.; dear cousins, JoAnna Czuber of Barnegat, N.J. and John Czuber. He was predeceased by three brothers: Michael, Stanley and Charles Homin.  The family will be present to receive friends on Monday, October 2 and Tuesday, October 3, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Coloni Funeral Home, 3001 Rt. 9W, New Windsor, N.Y.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, October 4, at 10 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Newburgh. Interment to follow in St. Francis Cemetery, with full military honors. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Coloni Funeral Home

   Huggins, Russell a lifelong area resident, entered into rest on Sunday, January 27, 2013 at the Orange Regional Medical Center in the Town of Wallkill. He was 87 years of age. The son of the late Richard B. and Florence Russell Huggins, he was born on December 21, 1925 in Newburgh, NY. Russell was a retired route salesman for Spaulding Bakeries Inc. of Middletown, NY. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II aboard the U.S.S. Alaska. He received the American Theater Medal, Asiatic Pacific Medal with two stars, the Philippine Liberation Medal, and Victory Medal. He was a member of Hoffman Lodge No. 412, Free and Accepted Masons for over 50 years, and a member of the Circleville Fire Company for over 50 years. Russell was also a member of the Teamsters Union Local 550, and the Town of Wallkill Seniors. Survivors include his two daughters, Linda Keller and her husband, Daniel of New Hampton, and Dawn Turley of Albany; his three grandchildren: Tebble Cassel and her husband, Jeremy, Trisha Fedun and her husband, William Jr., and Michael Keller and his wife, Elise; his great grandchildren: Jake and Jared Cassel, Bailey and Madison Fedun, and Noah Keller. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Ethel A. Huggins and his brother, Bruce Huggins. Friends may call at the Cornelius, Dodd & Connell Funeral Home, 26 Grove St., Middletown, NY on Wednesday, January 30th, from 3 to 7 p.m. where Fire Company services will be held at 6:30 p.m., and Masonic Services at 6:45 p.m. Funeral Services will follow at 7 p.m. with the Reverend Robert Hewitt officiating. Cremation will take place at the Cedar Hill Crematory in Newburgh, NY. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to any cancer related charity or research fund. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Cornelius, Dodd & Connell Funeral Home, Middletown, NY. For directions, or to send a condolence to the family please visitwww.connellfuneralhome.com

  Hughes, Ronald  “Dutch”    Born  Feb. 18, 1926  Died  May 25, 1999

   Hyzer, Robert   “Bob”   Born April 1, 1924  Died  May 28, 1996

   Indzonka, John     Born   Oct. 11, 1925  Died August 25, 1994

   Innis, Albert  “Al”     Born  May 24, 1927  Died Aug. 15,2002  in Annandale NJ

        Innis, Stuart F.  85, Muhlenberg Township, PA died Jan. 16, 2011, at 7 p.m. in his residence of natural causes. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Elizabeth (McQuillan) Innis. Born in Newburgh, N.Y., he was a son of the late Alfred and Dorothy (James) Innis. Stuart was a 1943 graduate of Newburgh Free Academy. He was a sewing machine mechanic/plant manager for Sweet-Orr of Pottstown and Mohnton, Jay El Manufacturing of Fleetwood and Wright's Knitwear of Auburn. He served in the United States Army Air Force during World War II as a radio operator. He was a member of Good Shepherd UCC in Tuckerton. Stuart was also a member of the Rotary Club of Muhlenberg from 1978 until the present, served on church council, was an avid gardener and was a "Mr. Fix It." He loved birds and animals. He was a loving father to sons, Kent S. Innis, Escondido, Calif., and Richard A., husband of Judy A. Innis, Bern Township, and daughter, Diane M., wife of Stanley S. Papademetriou, Wyomissing. Also surviving is a daughter-in-law, Janet Innis, wife of the late Thomas R. Innis, who passed away Dec. 21, 1997. He was a loving grandfather and great-grandfather to grandchildren: Caren Innis-Timberlake, Julie Ward, Jack Innis, Luke Innis, S. Alex Papademetriou, Metaxia Papademetriou and Cassandra Papademetriou, and great-grandchildren, Carter Timberlake and Colin James. There is also a sister, Shirley Glace, Newburgh, N.Y. He was preceded in death by siblings, Albert D. Innis and Dorothy Ames. Memorial service at Good Shepherd UCC, 170 Tuckerton Road, Reading, PA 19605 will be Saturday at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Dr. Robert A. Stewart officiating. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. The family will receive friends at the church Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the building fund of Good Shepherd UCC at the above address in memory of Mr. Stuart F. Innis. Bean Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Hampden Heights, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com

       Jackson, Joseph "Bud"

Joseph "Bud" Leo Jackson Jr., 84, of Downingtown, Pa, passed away after a long illness January 7, 2012. Joe was born on April 8, 1927 in Newburgh, New York to Joseph L. Jackson Sr. and Catherine (Nee Murphy) Jackson, and was raised and schooled in Newburgh. Following his 1943 high school graduation, Joe enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served as a radio operator aboard a naval vessel in the South Pacific during the latter stages of World War II. After the war, Joe enrolled under the GI Bill at Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA. There he met his future wife, Pittsburgh native and fellow World War II veteran Marian Jean (Nee Yunker), and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Business in June, 1950. Joe enjoyed a long career with Bell Telephone of Pennsylvania, starting as a management trainee (including cable splicing work atop utility poles) and moving into positions of increasing authority while relocating his family throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Joe was an integral member of the team responsible for launching one of Bell Telephone's earliest automated billing systems in the early 1960's in Greensburg, PA. Eventually settling in the Philadelphia area, Joe became Treasurer of Bell of Pennsylvania and Diamond State Telephone Company in 1982, and later Vice President/Comptroller of Bell Atlantic. After his 1989 retirement from Bell Atlantic, Joe joined CIP Capital Management, serving as an officer and Director until 2007. For several years he was also Vice President of Administration and Director of Star Sprinkler Corporation. A devoted husband and devout Catholic, Joe married Marian in April, 1949. They lived in Berwyn, PA from 1964 to 2004, where Joe was an active member and dedicated volunteer of St. Monica Church. In 2004 he and Marian relocated to Downingtown, PA, where he became a parishioner and volunteer of St. Joseph Church. Joe will always be remembered fondly for his intellect, generosity, humility, and legendary quick wit. Beloved by his children and grandchildren, Joe was renowned for his encyclopedic knowledge of sports as an avid supporter of Philadelphia-area teams. In addition to his wife of sixty-three years, Joe is survived by 1 sister; Helen (John) Smith of New Port Richey, Florida; 6 children: Thomas (Robin) Jackson, William (Patrice) Jackson, Anne (Stephen) Murray, Patricia (Michael) Gonoude, Ellen Jackson and John Jackson. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call on Friday, January 13, 2012 at St. Joseph's Church; 388 Manor Ave., Downingtown, PA 19335 from 11AM-12PM. A memorial Mass will begin at 12 Noon. Burial will be private per the request of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Joe's honor to Neighborhood Hospice; 795 East Marshall St. Suite #204, West Chester, PA 19380. Arrangements are with Alleva Funeral Home, Inc

   Kaplan, Jack  “Smiley”    Born June 18, 1925   Died  Sept. 26, 1994

   Kartis, George   Born July 8, 1924  Died March 3, 1997

  Knapp, William “Nipper”    Born Oct. 28, 1926   Died  June 1978

   Kubina, Charles  “Kuby”    Born Oct. 8, 1925  Died  Sept. 1973

    Lawrence, Robert Renwick passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at home on the family farm. He was a lifelong farmer and Town of Newburgh resident. Robert was born December 10, 1925 to Reginald and Mary (Innis) Lawrence. He graduated from NFA in 1943. On November 19, 1949 he married Yvonne "Vonnie" Flemming. Together they raised five children and for over 25 years they worked the dairy farm on the land his grandfather farmed since 1872. A man of strong work ethic and a talented carpenter, Bob also worked for many years with AW Crossley Construction and Resnick Construction. In the late 60's Bob and Vonnie made the difficult choice to sell the dairy farm and start over. In 1971 they moved into their current home, nestled in the heart of the farm that was to become Lawrence Farms Orchards. Over the years, working with his family, the farm evolved from commercial sales orchards into a popular Pick Your Own farm offering to the public the experience of picking fresh apples, fruits and vegetables. Proud of his family and his farm, Bob (in his iconic Amish straw hat) was happiest driving his beloved Belgian Horses and expounding on farming practices, local history and family anecdotes. Bob was very active in the farming community. He served many years on the Orange County Fair Board, was a life time member of the Orange County Farm Bureau and a 4H Alumni and supporter. He was a long standing member of Cornell Cooperative Extension, the Hudson Valley Research Lab, the NYS Horticultural Society, Little Britain Grange and the Hudson Valley Draft Horse Association. Bob was a past Commodore of the Hudson River Ice Yacht Club, Orange Lake Ice Yacht Club and Newburgh Yacht Club. Always a staunch Republican, Bob was a proud member of the Orange County Republican Committee. Robert is survived by Yvonne, his wife of 65 years, children; Margaret (Thom) Waz of Newburgh, John (Kim) Lawrence of Wappinger, David Lawrence of Key West, FL, Richard (Jane) Lawrence of Newburgh, and Daniel Lawrence of Stuart, FL. Known as "PopPop" to the younger generations, he is survived by his 15 grandchildren; Ellen, Anna, Erin and Graig Waz, Kiel (Meghan) and Megan Lawrence, Reginald (Katy), Christine and Ross Lawrence, Michael (Jessica) and Kevin (Jennifer) Lawrence, Theresa (Scott) Driggs and Gigi Golinello, Luke and Eric Lawrence, 8 great-grandchildren; Cameron Waz, Mason and Gage Lawrence, Julianna, Lily, Eve, Mackenzie Lawrence, and Harper Driggs, cousins Louise West, Allen and Charles (Colleen) Innis, several nieces and nephews and many wonderful children and grandchildren of his "adopted" families". His family would like to to extend their gratitude to caregivers Katherine, Ilene, Mark, Tom and Nancy, Hospice of Orange County, as well as the many supportive friends and members of our adopted families for their kind and compassionate treatment of "PopPop" during his extended illness. Visitation will be held Wednesday, 4pm-8pm at the DiDonato Funeral Home, 1290 Route 9W, Marlboro. Private services will be held a the convenience of the family. The family requests, believing in sustainable agriculture as Robert did, that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Hudson Valley Research Lab, 3357 Route 9W, Highland, New York, for apple research or to your local 4H Chapter. Funeral arrangements are under the directions of The DiDonato Funeral Service, Inc. 845-236-4300,www.didonatofuneralservice.com

   Lease, Jean

    Maines, Eleanor L. Eager of the Town of Newburgh, a lifelong area resident, died Sunday, August 9, 2009, at home. She was 84. The daughter of the late Harold and Grace Rose Maines, she was born January 15, 1925 in Newburgh. She was a lifelong member of Trinity United Methodist Parish where she taught Sunday School; was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels of Greater Newburgh, and a former Girl Scout Leader. Survivors include her loving husband, Milton Eager, at home; daughters: Elaine Mitchetti and her husband, Rick of Newburgh, Judith McDermott of Wallkill and Marilyn Babcock and her husband, Fred of New Paltz; brother, Harold Maines of Newburgh and sisters Charlotte Fina of Port Orange, FL and Marion McGrath of Newburgh; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, Stephen Eager; brother, John Maines and sisters, Elizabeth Canfield and Edna Redner. Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 11, from 4 to 8 p.m. at White & Venuto Funeral Home, 188 North Plank Rd. (Route 32), Newburgh, NY. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, August 12, at the funeral home. Internment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery. Donations in Eleanor's memory may be made to Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Inc., 800 Stony Brook Ct., Newburgh, NY 12550. Arrangements by White & Venuto Funeral Home; 845-562-6550 or www.whiteandvenutofuneralhome.com.

   Mancinelli, Louis  “Lou”  79, a resident of Staten Island, N.Y. and formerly of Newburgh, N.Y. passed away at Staten Island University Hospital on Sunday, October 30, 2005. Son of Giovanni Mancinelli and Savina Mantrisi Mancinelli, he was born on March 31, 1926 in Newburgh, N.Y. He served in the U.S. Navy, was a member of Unico, and was also a member of the Meadow Hill Reformed Church in Newburgh. He graduated from Newburgh schools and was predeceased by nine brothers and one sister. He is survived by brothers Anthony Mancinelli of New Windsor, N.Y. and Albert Mancinelli of Shelby, N.C., children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and loving companion Grace Attanasia and her sons. Funeral will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2005 in Staten Island, N.Y. Memorial contributions may be made to the Meadow Hill Reformed Church, 211 Fletcher Drive North, Newburgh, NY 12550. Arrangements were made by the John Vincent Scalia Funeral Home, Staten Island, N.Y.

  Mars, John  Born  Jan. 14, 1925   Died  March 1, 1996

    Masterson, Frank H. "Bud" 86, of The Fountains at Millbrook, passed away January 13, 2012 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie. He was born July 10, 1925 in Newburgh, N.Y., the son of Frank W. & Marie Harrison Masterson. He married Miriam B. Driscoll. She passed away January 22, 2005. He was a manager in the Equipment Engineering Dept. of I.B.M. in East Fishkill, N.Y. He attended Marist College and was a member of The Society of Mechanical Engineers. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Antietam and was present in Tokyo Harbor for the signing of the Japanese Surrender. Frank enjoyed airplanes and was an amateur pilot. He was an artist and loved his dogs "Sky" and "Schweppes". He is survived by his Son and Daughter-in-Law: Daniel & Deborah B. Masterson of Stormville, NY; Daughter: Deborah A. Masterson of Poughkeepsie and Daughter & Son -in-Law: Jami L. & John A. St. Pierre of Clinton Hollow, NY. A Brother: Robert J. Masterson of San Jose, Ca. and a Sister: Bette Hughes of Potomac Valley, Va. also survives. Grandchildren include: Meghan B. Tidd and husband Mark, Daniel J. Masterson and Close Friend Jaclyn Murray. There are Several Nieces and Nephews. The family is grateful for the loving care provided by Marcia Garrick and his friends at The Fountains. Visitation will be Tuesday 4-6 PM at Wm. G. Miller & Son F.H., Inc., 371 Hooker Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. A Mass of Christian Burial will Wednesday 10 AM at St. Martin de Porres Church, 118 Cedar Valley Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. Entombment will follow in Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery with Military Honors. If you need directions or wish to send an on-line condolence please visit our website atwww.wmgmillerfuneralhome.com

  McCarthy, Frederick   Born  Jan. 13, 1925   Died   Nov. 24, 1981   (Camera Shy)

  McKay, Ralph  “Mac”  Born  Aug. 15, 1925   Died  Oct. 1981

    McVeigh, Ruth Helen Copeletti of New Windsor, NY passed away on Thursday, March 5,2015 at St. Lukes Hospital in Newburgh, NY after a short illness. She was 91. The daughter of the late Joseph McVeigh and Johanna Meyer of Newburgh, NY, Ruth was born on February 6,1924 in Troy, NY. Ruth was married to her loving husband, Anthony Thomas Copeletti on August 1,1948, who passed away on June 19,1990. She was one of the first students at South High and also attended NFA in Newburgh. Ruth was a Homemaker and worked for Big Scotts, as a housekeeper at Cornwall Hospital and for Quatro Knits in Newburgh, a riveter in Terry Town during WW II and at Stamwick Winding in New Windsor where she met her husband Anthony. She is survived by her two daughters, Eileen Thompson of New Windsor, NY and Bernadette and her husband Michael of Modena, NY. Two Sons, Mark Copeletti and Paul Copeletti of New Windsor, NY and Grandchildren, Kerry and Caitlin Hegarty, Steve Jr. and Bryan Thompson. And her Great-Grandchildren, Ryan, Bryan Robert and Jayden Thompson. Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 8,2015 from 3:00-6:00 PM at the Doulin Newburgh Funeral Home Inc. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, March 9,2015 at 11:00 AM at the Funeral Home. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery New Windsor, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made in Ruth's name to St. Lukes Hospital for the wonderful care they have shown her. 70 Dubois St. Newburgh, NY 12550 www.DoulinFH.com

  Morrow, Jonathan   Born Aug. 26, 1925   Died  11/28/05    -  Left school to go in Navy

    Mousseau, Milner C. "Bud"  Milner is listed in his sisters obit on in 1946 Mem page Elizabeth M. "Betsy" Mousseau Fite

  Murphy, Albert T. “Buddy” "Murph" son of Albert and Florence Lare Murphy, entered into heaven on December 16, 2008. He was 84. He was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Charlotte Murphy on December 7, 2008. Albert was born May 7, 1924 in Newburgh and graduated from Newburgh Free Academy and proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1943-1945. Stationed in the South Pacific, he saw action on the Gilbert Islands and Okinawa. He was a retired Chief Photographer at the United States Military Academy at West Point and was an avid golfer, hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his son, Fred Murphy of Wappingers Falls; and sister, Hester Ciaccio. A Graveside Service will be held at 9 a.m. on Monday, December 22, at the Orange County Veterans Cemetery, Goshen, NY. Arrangements by Brooks Funeral Home, Inc., 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh, NY. To send condolences, please visit BrooksFH.com, or call 845-561-8300.

   Musco, Joseph “Joe or Moose”  Born  April 2, 1925   Died  July 14, 1997 in Naples FL

  Peck, William  E. “Bill”  of Newburgh, a lifetime resident of the area, entered into rest Thursday, October 26, 2006 in St. Luke's Hospital, Newburgh. He was 81.  Son of the late Walter and Gladys Perry Peck, he was born February 12, 1925 in Newburgh.  Bill proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II where he served as a Scout on the Beach of Anzio, Italy. He received numerous medals and commendations, including the Purple Heart Medal, The N.A.M.E. Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and the World War II Victory Medal.  Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Jeanne Byrnes Peck, at home; his son, William Peck of Newburgh; and three daughters, Catherine Read and her husband, Lawrence of Montgomery, Patricia Peck of Newburgh, and Jeanne Marie Beretta of Montgomery.  Visitation will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, October 29, 2006 at the Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Monday, October 30, 2006 at Our Lady of the Lake Chapel, Newburgh. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor.  To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit BrooksFH.com, or call (845) 561-8300. 

  Peretz, Harry 87, of Bloomfield, N.J., died on April 13. Graveside services are at Beth Israel Cemetery, Woodbridge, N.J., on Monday at 1 p.m. Arrangements were made by Jewish Memorial Chapels of Clifton, N.J. Harry was originally from Newburgh, N.Y., and was a World War II veteran. He owned his own dental laboratory, Dentco Dental Studios in Union, N.J., for over 50 years. He was married to the love of his life, Ritz Peretz, for 40 years. He is survived by his two daughters, Susan Zeiri of Teaneck, N.J., and Wendy Alfieri of Nutley, N.J., and his two sons-in-law, Meni Zeiri and Peter Alfieri. He is also survived by his beloved sister-in-law and friend, Lila Kantrowitz of West Orange, N.J. Tributes can be made to Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen County, 275 McKinley Ave., New Milford, N.J. 07646, marked Scholarship Fund.

    Pierce, Lloyd M. of Maybrook, NY, a retired financier for the federal government working at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, died Sunday, January 25, 2009 at home. He was 84. The son of Lloyd M. and Marion Shaffer Pierce, he was born December 13, 1924 in Newburgh, NY. He was a World War II Marine Corp. Veteran; member of Maybrook VFW Post 2064; member of American Legion; member of Maybrook Golden Links Senior Citizens. He was also an avid Yankees fan. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Pierce, at home; one son, Daniel Pierce; stepchildren: Judy Kubik, Darlene Reynolds and her husband, Richard, Sandra Malara and her husband, Frank, Raymond Hummel and his wife, Debra, and Joyce Smejkal and her husband, Gary; 13 grandchildren, four great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held today, Tuesday, January 27 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at the Gridley-Horan Funeral Home, 39 Orchard St., Walden, NY. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 28, at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Cremation will be in Cedar Hill Crematory, Newburgh. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Orange or the Walden Baptist Church. Arrangements were by the Gridley-Horan Funeral Home, Inc.

  Pollock, John  J. “Pa” a lifelong resident of the area and a manager for IBM in Fishkill, N.Y., died Monday, March 26, 2007 at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus. He was 81. The son of the late John and Jane Daley Pollock, he was born May 21, 1925 in Newburgh. He was a member of Moulton Memorial Baptist Church for 70 years, where he served as Deacon, Trustee and Head Usher. He is a Veteran of the Army Air Corps., serving during World War II. "John was a very kind, generous and compassionate man."  Survivors include his loving wife, Helen Gregorec Pollock of 58 years; loving son, Douglas Pollock and his wife, Ellen of Newburgh; sisters, Anna Genter of Newburgh and Ruth Newsom and husband, Clyde of Walden; brother, Robert Pollock and his wife, Karen of Roseville, Calif. and many beloved nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and sister, Jane Dreyer.  Visitation will be on Wednesday, March 28, 2007 from 5-8 p.m. at White & Venuto Funeral Home, 188 North Plank Rd. (Rt. 32), Newburgh.  Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 29 at 2 p.m. at Moulton Memorial Baptist Church, 54 Old Little Britain Rd., Newburgh, N.Y. with the Rev. Jack Hyatt officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Rt. 9W, Newburgh.  In honor of John's memory, contributions may be made to Moulton Memorial Baptist Church, PO Box 2715, Newburgh, NY 12550

      Ponesse, Louis  “Lou or Tiny”    Born  Nov 24, 1924  Died  Nov. 18, 1995

Rehrey, Lawrence Jr. of Newburgh, N.Y. a lifelong resident of the area, entered into rest, Thursday, Nov. 30, 2000, in St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital in New York City. He was 76. The son of the late Lawrence and Mable Greenwood Rehrey, he was born Aug. 1, 1924, in Newburgh. Mr. Rehrey was a security guard for Allstate Security in Newburgh. He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary Cinkota Rehrey of Newburgh. Entombment was private. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 4, in St. Francis Church, Newburgh. Arrangements under the direction of DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. (Camera Shy)

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  Remer, Herbert  “Max”    Born  June 12, 1926   Died   Nov. 18, 2001

       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.

  Rosenblum, Seymour “Sims”    Born June 15 1925  March 13 2006 in Palm Beach FL

  Rulli, Jean Russell beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, died January 5, 2008 at Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville, NY. A 40-year resident of Wappingers Falls, she was born Jean Rulli in Newburgh, NY on October 27, 1925, the youngest child of Philomena and Cesidio Rulli. She graduated from Newburgh Free Academy and attended Spencerian Business School, after which she held a variety of secretarial and administrative positions. In 1957, she married Calvin D. Russell, who predeceased her by 4 years to the day. They spent the first 5 years of their married life in Northern CA, where Cal worked for IBM, then were transferred back to Dutchess County to raise their family. Jean is survived by two daughters, Judith Russell of Scarsdale, NY and Nancy Burger of Redding, CT; two sons-in-law, Tom Ostertag and David Burger; three granddaughters, Emily Ostertag, Elizabeth Ostertag, and Shawn Burger; two grandsons, James Burger and John Ostertag; a brother, Joseph Rulli of Poughkeepsie, and a sister Santina McCann of Albany. Visitation will be held at the Straub, Catalano and Halvey Funeral Home, 55 East Main Street, Wappingers Falls on Wednesday, January 9, from 2-5 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Mary's Church, Clinton Street, Wappingers Falls, on Thursday, January 10, at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in New Windsor. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be sent in her name to The Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018 or through the foundation's website at www.pdf.org/Giving/memorial.cfm.

  Rush, Josephine  Rainey "Jo"  of Wallkill, a retired cafeteria manager for the Newburgh School District and lifetime resident of the area, entered into heavenly rest, Monday, Oct. 30, 2000, at home, surrounded by her loving family. The daughter of the late Patrick and Bertha Slack Rush, she was born Oct. 19, 1924, in Milton. She was the loving wife for 40 years of the late Alvie Rainey. Mrs. Rainey was a member of Moulton Memorial Baptist Church; served as first president of the New Windsor Democratic Club; first president of the New Windsor American Legion Ladies Auxiliary 1796; and member of the New Windsor Lioness Club. A family statement read: "She was a loving and caring wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was deeply loved by everyone whose lives she touched. She was a grandmother that was involved in her grandchildren's lives from their first day of school, little league, basketball games, all the way to their college graduations." Survivors include her daughter, Cindy Detz and her husband, Joe of Wallkill; her son, Harold Rainey and his wife, Belle of Pine Bush; one sister, Agnes Sansbury of Newburgh; one brother, Harold Rush of Phoenix, Ariz.; eight grandchildren, Kim Schaefer of Albany, Patti Bates of Wallkill, Patrick William Rainey of Florida, Barbara Rainey of Marlboro, Joseph Alvie Detz of Woodbridge, Va. and Virginia Detz, Suzanne Detz and Lori Detz, all of Wallkill; three great-grandchildren, Michael and Ashley Bates and Emily Josephine Schaefer; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by one brother, Tom Rush. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today, Wednesday, Nov. 1, at the DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, New Windsor. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions on Josephine's behalf may be sent to Hospice of Ulster County, 34 Broadway, Kingston, N.Y. 12401. Arrangements under the direction of DiDonato-Brooks Funeral Home, Newburgh.

  Schoonmaker, Charles  “Don”    Born Aug. 4, 1925  Died May 26, 1993 in Poughkeepsie NY

    Sheehan, John G. Jr. of Newburgh, a retired Laborer with Local #17, entered into rest February 10, 2009 at Campbell Hall Health Care Facility. He was 82. The son of the late John "George" and Kathryn M. Caul Sheehan, he was born February 25, 1926 in Newburgh, NY. He was a veteran of the U.S. Airforce serving from 1944-1946. Survivors include his wife, Bernice "Bonnie" Griggs Sheehan, at home; three sons: Michael J. Sheehan, Gary L. Sheehan and David J. Sheehan of Modena; two brothers, William E. of Newburgh and James F. Sheehan of Raleigh, NC; one step-son, William W. Ward, III; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and his loving Bichon Frise, Jenny. A Funeral Service will be held in April. Any food that friends would traditionally make for the family, please donate it to a local soup kitchen or contributions to American Cancer Society, 1599 Clifton Rd., N.E. Atlanta, GA 30329. Arrangements are under the care of Christian D. Garrison of the Doulin Newburgh Funeral Home, Inc.

  Sholes, Dorisanne Ransom was born on October 31, 1925 in New Windsor, New York and died on Monday, February 27, 2012 from complications of a broken heart at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice in Winston Salem, NC. When she lost her husband two years ago there was a steady decline of her health that followed. There were frequent statements that she wished to be with her husband Donald Fuller Ransom. She became extremely ill on what would have been Donald's 88th birthday on February 22, 2012. Dorisanne resided at Mallard Ridge Assisted Living the last years of her life and was given great and comforting care. The family is very grateful for the care that was given to both Dorisanne and Donald. Dorisanne has one surviving sister Mrs. Mildred Sholes Thiele of Bethel, Connecticut. Both of her parents Roland Sholes, Margaret Purdy Sholes Lee and her stepfather Norman Lee preceded her in death. Surviving her are daughter Debby Ransom and Debby's husband Dan Berglund of Chapin South Carolina, her son Roland Everitt Ransom (Randy) and wife Colleen of Clemmons, NC and their children. Her grandchildren are, Joshua Fuller Ransom PhD and his fiancée Abigail Wright of Jersey City, New Jersey, Grahm Everitt Ransom, his wife Heather Dickson Ransom of Raleigh NC, and Elizabeth (Ellie) Hope Ransom of Manhattan, New York. She also leaves behind many loved nieces and nephews. Dorisanne retired from Southern Bell Telephone Company and prior to that worked for New York Telephone and Telegraph. Both were part of AT&T at the time of retirement. After Dorisanne and Donald retired they bought a small farm in Danbury, NC and lived most of their retirement at their farm. Dorisanne and Donald were avid travelers while they were in good health. Beaches and salt water had a special place in her life from childhood. The family will receive friends at Davidson Funeral Home, Hickory Tree Chapel from 6:30 until 8:30 pm Wednesday. She will be buried at Salisbury National Cemetery in Salisbury, NC with her husband. It will be a private ceremony for the family.

  Smith, Charles

  Smolinsky, Joseph “Joe”    Born  Sept. 3, 1924   Died  August 1976

  Snow, Norman     Born  August 16, 1925    Died  March 14, 2008 in Oak Ridge TN 

    Stanton, Marion Woodruff Carroll, a long time resident of Newburgh, entered into rest on Monday, March 3, 2014. She was 89. Daughter of the late Howard and Eva (Buchanan) Stanton, she was born July 13, 1924 in Newburgh. She was married to the late Frank E. Woodruff, who predeceased her in 2006, and Fred Carroll, who survives her. Marion retired from a long career with Verizon. She was a faithful parishioner of the local churches, enjoyed traveling, and took much pleasure in life itself! She will be dearly missed. Survivors include her husband, Fred Carroll; her children, Walter Woodruff and his wife Donna of North Carolina, Dennis Woodruff and his wife Linda of Newburgh, Marybeth Dawes and her fiancé Don Cosman of Marlboro and Frank Woodruff and his fiancé Cindy Alongi of Newburgh; her brother, Tom Stanton of Florida; her grandchildren, Brian, Jason, Dennis, David, Donny, Richard, Melissa and Frank; and eight great-grandchildren. In addition to her first husband, Frank, she was predeceased by her son-in-law, David H. Dawes III and her daughter-in-law, Rene Woodruff. Visitation will be held from 11 am - 1:30 pm on Thursday, March 6 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A funeral service will be held at 1:30 pm on Thursday, with burial following in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor.

  Steidel, Robert  “Bob or Cy”    Born  July 6, 1926   Died  March 2, 1997 in Berkeley CA

  Strom, John     Born  March 7, 1925  Died May 1977 in Lexington KY

  Taylor, Jack    Born  Dec. 27, 1923   Died  April 26, 1992

  Terwilliger, Ray     Born  June 4, 1924   Died Oct. 6, 1999 in Long Beach CA

  Thuesen, Edward  “Bud”     Born  Oct 16, 1924  Died  Feb 20, 2005  in Fredon NJ

     Vernooy, Kenneth H. “Lefty” of Newburgh, NY and lifetime resident of the area, a retired carpenter for Local #19, entered into rest on Sunday, April 15, 2007 in St. Luke's Hospital, Newburgh. He was 82.  Son of the late Jane Kelly Vernooy, he was born on December 19, 1924.  He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, earning several medals of honor. Lefty married his beloved wife Ann Cardella Vernooy on May 23, 1948. He loved sports, especially baseball. He was active in coaching City of Newburgh Little League in the 1950's, and the Town of Newburgh Little League during the 1970's. He worked closely with Bo Gill as coach and mentor to the athletes. He was a member of the V.F.W. 1161, and the Town of Newburgh Golden Ages, where he enjoyed playing cards with his good friends.  A Family Statement reads: "A beloved husband, father and grandfather, he went out of his way to help others, never asking anything in return, and he loved his family and friends. He loved boating on the lakes and watching the local sports teams. A great man who we will miss everyday, and who is loved beyond words."   He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Ann; daughter, Barbara Figurski and her companion, Isidore Cubito; daughter-in-law, Sandra Vernooy-Neilsen and her husband, Al; grandchildren: Allison Davenport and her husband, Fred, Robert Figurski and his wife, Stacy, Megan and Erin Figurski, Justin Vernooy and Amber Neilsen; great-grandchildren, Jayleigh Figurski and Jeffrey Davenport; sisters-in-law, Margaret Cardella, Josephine Amoroso and Victoria Brandgaccio.  He was predeceased by his son, Jeffrey Kenneth Vernooy.  Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 17 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh.  A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 18 in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Kenneth may be made to the American Cancer Society, 419 E. Main St., Middletown, NY 10940.

Vogola, Francis           (Camera Shy)

     Volpe, Henry  “Clipper”  Born  Nov. 23, 1924   Died April 12, 1984

  Wolfrum, Thomas  E. "Wolf" of Newburgh, N.Y.passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2005 at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh. He was 79. Son of the late Edward and Tressa Murray Wolfrum, he was born on May 29, 1926. He married Marion F. Scott Wolfrum on October 3, 1981, who survives at home. Thomas was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Lake Chapel. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. He retired from the New York Telephone Company after 43 years of service. He was inducted to the City of Newburgh Fast Pitch Hall of Fame on May 18, 2003, and he was also a member of the United Commercial Travelers of America. Thomas was also a Charter Life Member of Winona Lake Engine Co. #2, where he served as chief from 1959-1963. He was a member of the Orange Lake Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners since 1964, he was currently serving as Chairman of the Board of Fire Commissioners, Orange Lake Fire District; member of the NYS Association of Fire Districts since 1963, a life-member of Orange County Fire Chiefs Association, where he was a past financial secretary; life-member of the Orange County Fireman's Association, life-member of the Hudson Valley Volunteer Fireman's Association, where he was a member of the Royal Order of Red Vests, and a member of the Fireman's Association of NYS. In addition to his loving wife of 24 years, he is survived by his four daughters, Terry Martin and her husband Jerry of Beacon, June Allison and her husband Kevin of Beacon, Donna Gates and her husband Tommy of Wallkill, and Patricia Wolfrum and her companion Joe Peabody of Newburgh; his son, Scott Myszelow and his wife Cindi of Walden; his grandchildren, Thomas and Courtney Martin, Jenna and Melissa Allison, Kyle Wolfrum, Alex Gates, Bailey Peabody, Samantha, Cassidy and David Myszelow; his great-grandchildren, Matthew Martin and Connor Wolfrum; his brothers Robert Wolfrum of New Jersey and Jack Wolfrum of Florida. He was predeceased by his son, David Myszelow, and sister-in-law, Eleanor McDermott. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, December 11 at Brooks-DiDonato Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Avenue, Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Monday, December 12 at Our Lady of the Lake Chapel, Newburgh. Burial will follow in St. Francis Cemetery, New Windsor. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Thomas's name may be made to the American Lung Assn., 35 Orchard St., White Plains, NY 10603, or the Winona Lake Engine Co., 104 South Plank Rd., Newburgh, NY 12550. To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit Brooks-DiDonato.com.

Youngberg, William E. of Newburgh, N.Y.  the retired West Point Lighting Director of Eisenhower Hall, and lifelong resident of the area, died Wednesday, March 8, 2006 at home. He was 80. The son of Clarence and Elsie Topping Youngberg, he was born October 2, 1925 in Newburgh, N.Y. William was a member of the Newburgh Civic Theater for many years and a Sergeant in the New York Guard Band 56th Infantry. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Eleanor Oberle Youngberg, at home; two daughters, Beth L. Lock and her husband, Brian, of Harrisburg, Pa. and Katrina A. Hsu and her husband, Wah-Chong, of Highland Mills, N.Y.; one son, William A. Youngberg and his wife, Mary Elizabeth of Newburgh; her daughter-in-law, Maryann Youngberg of Gardiner, N.Y.; and grandchildren: Derek, Andrew, Sean, Matthew, Ashley and Connor; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Eric F. Youngberg and brother, Clarence Youngberg. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 10, 2006 from 5-9 p.m. at the White & Venuto Funeral Home, 188 N. Plank Rd. (Route 32) , Newburgh, N.Y. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 11 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Charles Catteral and Monsignor John Budwick officiating. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery, corner of 9W and Rte. 94, New Windsor, N.Y. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Wisner Professional Building Suite 307B, 419 E. Main St., Middletown, NY 10940-2552. Arrangements are by the White & Venuto Funeral Home. (Camera shy)

   Zamenick, Rose A. Franchini, of Newburgh, NY entered into rest on Monday, January 14, 2008 in St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus. She was 81.Daughter of the late Paul and Pauline Zamenick, Rose was born October 31, 1926 in Newburgh, NY. She was married to the late Dominick Franchini.Survivors include her sons, Philip Franchini and his wife, Arlene of Mystic, CT, and Dominick Franchini of New Jersey; sister, Pat Sausville of New Windsor; grandson, Greg Svetz of Manhattan, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, Albert and Rudy Zamenick.There will be no visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 17, in St. Francis of Assisi Church, Newburgh. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor.Memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation at Action Without Borders, 360 West 31st St., Suite 1510, New York, NY 10001.

  Zuchowski, Henry       Born  Aug. 17, 1926     Died   Aug. 1976

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