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Cooper, Yolanda Michelle Bryant, a lifelong Newburgh resident, went home
to be with the Lord March 5, 2013 at Good Samaritan Hospital in West
Islip, Long Island, NY. She was 43 years old. Michele was born January
6,1970 in Newburgh, NY, the daughter of Cleveland Best Jr. and the late
Elmira Cooper. Michelle was best known as a full-time mother; not just to
her natural children, but also to any child in need. She devoted her life
to making sure that any child who needed a mother, had one in her.
Michelle received Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior as a member of
Church of God By Faith, where she served her last days. Michelle was
predeceased by her mother, Elmira Cooper Brunson and her grandfather,
Cleveland Best Sr. She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband of 23
years, Charles A. Bryant; three loving daughters: Janise Lewis, Dorthea
and Tone'Ya Bryant; her sisters: Beatrice Cooper, Teresa Bailey, Kimberly
Johnson, Luverta Jeffrey, Chauntel Best, Shanelle Best, and Corita Hill;
brothers: Benjamin Cooper, Jermaine Cooper, Robert Bailey, and Steven
Billups; her aunts: Shirley Raeford, Etheline Best, Carol Dillard, Joann
Cooper, and Elaine Williams; uncles: William Best and Lester Cooper; her
in-laws: Alggernora Avila (mother), Dorothy Ulacia (grandmother),
sisters-in-law: Vaneada Terrell, Paula Harper, and Theresa Roberts
(deceased); brothers-in-law: Terrace Bryant and David Harper (deceased);
and a host of nieces, nephews, godchildren, friends, loved ones and
special children she adopted along the way. Michelle will lie in repose
from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, March 14th, at Church of God By Faith, 29
Bridge Street, Newburgh. Services will be held at 11 a.m. at the church,
with Bishop Eric Meade officiating. Interment will be at Cedar Hill
Cemetery, Middle Hope, NY. Professional services were entrusted to Rhodes
Funeral Homes, 259 Walsh Avenue, New Windsor, NY 12553.
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Eissner, Carl of Newburgh NY, died Monday August 19, 2013. Services at 2
pm on Wednesday August 21 at the Temple Beth Jacob.
Furchak, Bryant Joseph of New Windsor, NY, a retired Police Officer for
the 45th Precinct in the Bronx and lifetime area resident, entered into
rest on Sunday, August 24, 2014. He was 44. Son of Stephen J. Furchak and
the late Emilyann (Herrick) Furchak, he was born March 15, 1970 in
Newburgh. He married Paula Damasceno-Furchak on March 12, 2012 in
Manhattan, NY. Bryant was a graduate of Newburgh Free Academy, and proudly
served his country in the USMC from 1991-1995, and the Army National Guard
from 2004-2011, where he served with Operation Iraqi Freedom 111 from
October 2004 - September 2005. He was a parishioner of St. Francis of
Assisi Church in Newburgh, and a member of the Vails Gate Fire Dept. Words
cannot express the tragic loss we are suffering. Bryant was an honorable
Police Officer and Soldier who protected his community and served his
country. He was a very caring father, husband, uncle, brother and friend
to all that had the pleasure of meeting him. He will be missed beyond
words, but never forgotten. Bryant will forever be in our minds and our
hearts. In addition to his wife Paula, he is survived by his children,
Tiffany Furchak of Bakersfield, CA and Kyle Damasceno-Furchak of Newark,
NJ; his brothers, Thomas Furchak of New Windsor and William Furchak and
his wife Linda of Watertown, NY; his sisters, Diane Clouser and her
husband Charles of New Windsor and Theresa Torres of Newburgh; nieces and
nephew, David Torres of Newburgh, Jennifer Clouser of New Windsor, and
Jennifer and Brenda Furchak of Watertown, NY. In addition to his mother,
he was predeceased by his sister, Joanne Furchak. Visitation will be held
from 2-6 pm on Tuesday, September 2 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney
Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 am
on Wednesday, September 3 in St. Francis of Assisi Church, Newburgh, with
Father John Vondras officiating. Burial will follow in St. Francis
Cemetery, New Windsor.
Hill, Marcus of
Newburgh, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at
home surrounded by his family. Marcus was born May 21, 1970 in Newburgh
NY. He was 43 years old. Marcus was a 1988 graduate of Newburgh Free
Academy. He played for the Newburgh Free Academy Goldbacks basketball team
where he was one of their star players. Basketball was his passion. Marcus
was the son of late John "Pete" Redcross (Janice) and the late Patricia
Hill. Marcus served in the U.S. Military during Desert Storm, he was
stationed in Iraq. He was survived by his wife, Kimberly Baylor-Hill of
Louisville, KY; six daughters: Brittany Baylor and Morgan Hill of
Louisville, KY, Taranae Zachary of Newburgh, NY, Kiara and Tiara Sears of
Atlanta, GA; one son, Avante Hill of Louisville, KY; one sister, DeShall
Hill of New Windsor NY; one brother, Larry Monroe of Middletown NY; and
one sister-in-law, Kelli Melendez; four nephews: Lee Russell of Albany,
NY, Darious Monroe of Middletown, NY, Yovanni and Yoharri Melendez of
Atlanta, GA; two nieces, Amanda Monroe and Armani Monroe of Middletown,
NY. Marcus was predeceased by his father, the late John "Pete" Redcross;
his mother, the late Patricia Hill; daughter, Jamaica Hill; granddaughter,
Amour Zachary; maternal grandmother, Nezzie Hill and paternal grandmother,
Bessie Harris who he loved with all of his heart. Our family wishes to
extend special thanks to Aunt Harriet, Theresa, and Syretta, all of the
people who loved and supported us for many years from Newburgh, NY to
Louisville, KY. Mr. Hill will lay in repose from 10 to 11 a.m. on
Saturday, December 7th at Newburgh Christian Worship Center, 60 Dubois
St., Newburgh, NY. Services will be held at 11 a.m. at the church, with
Elder Stacy Burks officiating. Cremation will be at the convenience of the
family.
Jaycox, Donna Elizabeth Strumke, a lifelong resident of Newburgh, entered
into rest surrounded by her loving family on August 25 at The Kaplan
Hospice Residence in Newburgh. She was 45 years old. The daughter of Ralph
Joseph Jaycox and his wife Maria and Yvette Marie (DuGuise) Hall and her
husband James, Donna was born on June 5, 1969 in Newburgh, NY. She was a
graduate of Newburgh Free Academy. Donna married Kent Strumke on December
7, 2000 at St. Patrick’s Church, Newburgh. She belonged to St. Patrick’s
Church in Newburgh, and was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels as well as the
Salvation Army. Over the years Donna worked as a host at Nu Cavu, worked
for the Newburgh Central School District, and was part of the staff at
Leptondale Deli. Donna was such an amazing wife, sister, mother, aunt and
friend. She was the most loving and sweet person you would ever want to
meet. She had a beautiful personality. Donna fought a long battle and her
true strength showed throughout the years. She was the most outgoing,
upbeat person you could ever meet; there was never a dull moment when she
was around. Donna has taught many the real meaning of strength and life
itself. Donna has touched the lives of many and will always survive in
their hearts. In addition to her parents, Donna is survived by her husband
Kent at home; her loving children Victoria Kirkpatrick and Kent Strumke,
Jr. both of Newburgh; her siblings: Diana and her husband Jon Nelson,
Debra Evans and her fiancé Steve Madrick; her brothers-in-law: Greg
Strumke and Todd Strumke and his wife Berenice; her mother and
father-in-law Bill and Donna Strumke; and her nieces and nephews: Jonny,
Timmy, Amanda, Nicole, Nick, Brianna, Summer, Mackenzie, Aubrie, Peyton,
Jack, Luke, Isabella, Glen, and Bradd. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4
pm and 6 to 9 pm on Friday, August 29 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney
Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am on
Saturday, August 30 at Our Lady of the Lake Parish in Newburgh. Burial
will follow in Calvary Cemetery in New Windsor.
Maise,
Gaythaniel Lawrence 38 of Acworth, GA, formerly of Newburgh, NY, a System
Analyst for RPS World Pay, Atlanta, GA, died May 1, 2009 at Northside
Hospital, Atlanta, GA. The son of Gaythaniel Powell and Layna Maise, he
was born September 17, 1970 in Newburgh, NY. Survivors include his loving
and devoted wife, Lashondia Laster Maise at home; two sons, Navaughn Maise
of Beacon, NY and Myles Maise of Acworth, GA; sister, Sierra Maise of
Wappingers Falls, NY; two brothers, Isaiah Steward of Seattle, WA and
Chanon Powell of Newburgh; sister, Fanchon Maise of Newburgh; aunts, Rose
Ray and husband, James of New Windsor, Patricia Maise, Margie Cureton and
husband, William, and Lolita "Neat" Powell all of Newburgh; uncle, Bernard
Maise and wife, Nancy of Newburgh; three nieces: Alyse Maise, Shanae
Conner, and Chanycia Powell; two nephews, Daekwan Patterson and Deon
Patterson all of Newburgh; and special cousin, Daryl Maise of Newburgh;
host of cousins, other relatives and many friends. He was predeceased by
his paternal grandparents, Wilmer and Litres Powell; maternal
grandparents, Lawrence and Luvant Maise; two uncles, James "Jimmy" Powell
and Lawrence "Larry" Maise. Visitation will be Friday, May 8, from 10-11
a.m. at Mt. Carmel Church of Christ Disciples of Christ, 1524 Route 300,
Newburgh. Service will be held at 11 a.m. at the church. Elder Thermond
Herring will officiate. Interment with full military honors at Orange
County Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Goshen, NY. Arrangements by Rhodes
Funeral Home
Mandato, Michael was born May 27, 1970 and died May 27, 1996.
Mickel,
Edith V. a lifelong resident of the area, died February 11, 2008 in
Newburgh, NY. She was 37. Daughter of the late Edith V. Swartz and the
late Richard Mickel, she was born November 11, 1970 in Newburgh, NY.
Survivors include her adopted son, Mark Swartz of Newburgh; two brothers,
Frank Simpson of Newburgh, and Tommy Smith of Kingston; four sisters:
Charlene Lacks Catherine Lewis, Alvin Mickel and Hope Miller, all of
Newburgh; paternal grandmother, Alice Mickel of Newburgh, and aunts,
uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be held from 12 noon
to 6 p.m. on Saturday, February 23, at the Brutus W. Hodge Funeral Home,
13 Chambers St., Newburgh, NY 12550. Followed by private cremation.
Arrangements are by Brutus W. Hodge Funeral Home, Inc. 
Pearson, Tisha Jaenne was a blessing to all she encountered. At 41 years
old, she is gone far too soon. And yet, her living has left unforgettable
impressions. Born in Newburgh, NY on January 12,1970, Tisha was raised in
this Mid-Hudson Valley city where she attended the public schools,
graduating from Newburgh Free Academy in 1988. She earned post graduate
credits from Marist College before venturing out into the world of work.
Tisha recalled having to leave a job as a collection bureau
representative. She just didn't have "the heart" to make those dreaded
calls to people who "could have been my mother or grandmother" she
explained with sincerity. No, she was much better suited for environments
where she could demonstrate her compassion. And so, for more than 15
years, she served in the health field, at a pediatrician, physical therapy
and other local health offices as a Medical Administrator. Patience and
sensitivity were also perfect prerequisites for the role Tisha cherished
most: Motherhood. Even in those challenging final days her focus was on
her children. Despite the increasing physical discomfort and frustration
from not being able to easily express herself, she managed to say she
wanted "more time" to be certain her children would be okay. In that
light, Tisha began her stay at Hospice with a very positive perspective:
She was determined to return home some day. Her upbeat attitude actually
helped ease the heavy hearts of her regular visitors. Tisha joined in and
often initiated much of the laughter and light-hearted chatter in those
early days. And true to form, she put aside her own considerable concerns
to hear other people's issues and offer encouragement and sage advice. A
major high point during her Hospice stay was Tisha's bedside Baptism. With
her genuine sweet nature and selfless spirit she was perfectly prepared to
be a child of God. By accepting the Lord as her Savior through the formal
Baptism ceremony, Tisha was left comforted and at peace. After a
courageous battle, Tisha Jaenne Pearson left her worldly cares behind on
Monday, December 5, 2011. Because Tisha was so instantly likeable, being
in her presence left you enriched and improved. She would want her passing
to be a reminder to value and live each minute, each hour, each day, with
caring and the utmost gratitude. With Tisha's passing, Heaven has
reclaimed an angel to reunite with loved ones who went before her: Her
parents, John and Clarisse Pearson; grandparents, Edward and Montez
Pearson; great aunt, Viola McKenzie; aunts, Gloria Pearson and Naomi Ware,
and uncle, Jack Ware. Remaining to cherish her memory and fulfill her
dreams are her children: Taishai, John, Tevin and Andrea; her fiercely
devoted and protective baby sister, Trenda Pearson (Norwalk, CT); big
sisters, Sheree A. Hill (Breyer, FL) and Diana L. Pearson (Schenectady,
NY); grandchildren: Vanya, Terrence and Tyantae; aunts, uncles, nieces and
nephews, and a host of loving, admiring friends and acquaintances. Calling
hour is 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. today, December 10, 2011 at Ebenezer Baptist
Church, 76 First Street, Newburgh NY. Services are at 11 a.m. at the
church. Reverend Dr. Michael Hawkins of the Greater Bridgeport Christian
Fellowship Church, Bridgeport, CT will officiate. Cremation will be at the
convenience of the family. Professional services entrusted to Rhodes
Funeral Homes, 259 Walsh Avenue, New Windsor, NY 12553. "Committed To
Being The Very Best." Call us anytime at 845-569-1233.
Perez, Tanya N. age 41 died December 30, 2010. Born to Thelma Herring on
July 15, 1969 and was a life long resident of Newburgh, NY. She was a 1988
graduate of Newburgh Free Academy and was a devoted employee of the United
States Military Academy, West Point, NY for over 21 years. Tanya was a
devoted mother, who loved her children unconditionally. She was deeply
loved and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Tanya leaves
behind to cherish her loving memory, son and daughter, Akira and Aaliyah
Dixon both of Newburgh; mother and stepfather, Thelma and Gregory Perez of
Newburgh; sisters: Cynthia Garnett of Miami, FL, Robin, Tina, Antoinette,
and Camille Perez. Minnie and Judy Lester all of Newburgh; brothers,
Anthony and Troy Perez of Newburgh, also survived by maternal grandmother,
Shirley Herring of Newburgh and a host of nieces and nephews, aunts, uncle
and cousins. Tanya was predeceased by her biological father, James Lester;
grandfather, Carl Herring; sister, Judy Lester and grandmother, Minnie
Lester. Visitation will be 10-11 a.m., Saturday, January 8 at Ebenezer
Baptist Church, 76 First St., Newburgh. Service is at 11 a.m. at the
church. Reverend Allen Horton will officiate. Internment will be at Cedar
Hill Cemetery, Middle Hope, NY.
Wheeler,
Victoria H. "Vickie" of Brooklyn, NY, formerly of Newburgh, NY, entered
into rest on Friday, April 10, 2009 at Interfaith Medical Center in
Brooklyn, NY. She was 39.The daughter of the late Louisa Mae Wheeler, she
was born January 4, 1970 in Newburgh, NY. Vickie was a graduate of
Newburgh Free Academy. She attended Marist College and earned a degree in
paralegal studies.Survivors include her daughter, Essence T. Powell;
brother, Eric Wheeler of Kentucky; six uncles: Boice Wheeler Jr., Eugene
Wheeler and Joseph Wheeler, all of Newburgh, Kevin Wheeler and his wife,
Heather of Ellenville, NY, and Ronald Strother and his wife, Darlene of
Newburgh, NY; aunt, Kim Daphney and her husband, Edward of Ellenville, NY;
stepfather, Roger Williams of Milwaukee, WI; great uncle, Johnell Wheeler
of Poughkeepsie, NY; nephew, Jahbral Wheeler of Kentucky, and a host of
other relatives and friends. In addition to her mother, she is predeceased
by her grandfather, Boice Wheeler Sr.; grandmother, Anna Mae Wheeler, and
aunt, Launia Wheeler.Memorial Services will be held at 12 noon, Tuesday,
April 28, at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 76 First St., Newburgh, NY, with The
Rev. Harry L. Brown, Jr. officiating. Cremation will be in Cedar Hill
Crematory, Middlehope, NY. Professional arrangements are entrusted to
Rhodes Funeral Home, 259 Walsh Ave., New Windsor, NY;