Obituaries

Minnie Poppel

Minnie Poppel

Jul 17, 2023

 

Minnie Poppel, a lifelong resident of Kerhonkson, died on July 17, 2023 at the age of 95.  She was born in Kerhonkson on September 12, 1927; daughter of the late Abraham and Bella Berenbaum, and widow of the late Herbert Poppel who died in May of 2000.

 

Minnie always made her family feel special with her love, kindness,...

Marianne H. Pisarski

Marianne H. Pisarski

Jul 10, 2023

Marianne H. Pisarski, 60, of New Paltz, NY passed away at home on Monday, July 10, 2023. She was born in Bristol, CT on April 19, 1963. Daughter of the late Harry and Doris MJ Pisarski.

 

Ms. Pisarski worked for Danbury Hospital as a Unit Secretary, Hartford Hospital as a Trauma Registrar and lastly for Connecticut Children's Medical...

Jacqueline Davi

Jacqueline Davi

Jul 7, 2023

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jacqueline Danièle Marie Davi of Accord, New York. Jacqueline passed away on Friday, July 7th, 2023. She was 79 years old. Jacqueline was born on December 30th, 1943 in Armbouts-Cappel, France. She was the beloved daughter of the late Roger Antonin and Constance Odette Sans. She is predeceased by her brothers José,...

Hermina Rider

Hermina Rider

Jun 25, 2023

Hermina Rider, a resident of Fairfax, CA and formerly of Ulster County, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 25, 2023. Born on October 20, 1930 in the Czech Republic, she was the daughter of the late Friedrich and Hermina (Ledwina) Kurzweil. 

Mrs. Rider is survived by her sister Anni Wudy, nieces Sabine Simon, Ursula Kretschmer, Margit Wudy and their...

Catherine Truppi Schults

Catherine Truppi Schults

Jun 23, 2023

Catherine Truppi Schults of Kerhonkson, NY, 65, died on Friday June 23, 2023.

Catherine was born in Teaneck, NJ on July 1, 1957 to Angelo and Joan (Vasquez) Truppi. She married the love of her life, Joseph Schults, and lived in their home in Kerhonkson for 40 years, where she loved and raised her five children. Her kids and grandkids...

Cynthia Bryant-Bajtner

Cynthia Bryant-Bajtner

Jun 10, 2023

Cynthia Ann Bryant-Bajtner, 51, of Kerhonkson, NY died peacefully on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at her home.

Cindy was born on December 4, 1971 in Jersey City, NJ. She is the daughter of the late Thomas Bryant and Alice Wynne.  

Cindy loved making people laugh. She welcomed everyone into her home and treated them as though they were her own family....

Libby Maye Christiana

Libby Maye Christiana

Jun 8, 2023

Libby Maye Christiana of Accord, NY passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023. She was 55 years old. Libby was born on July 6, 1967 in Indianapolis, Indiana, the daughter of the late Addie Maye Christiana and Clayton "Chris" Christiana.

Libby lived in Ulster County since she was a toddler.  She was an amazing cook (her chicken parm was legendary)...

Bogdan Mykouliak

Bogdan Mykouliak

Jun 5, 2023

Bogdan Mykouliak, born on July 25th, 1953 in Solotvyn, Ukraine, passed away on June 5th, 2023. He was 69 years old. He was a loyal and family-oriented man who was known for his good-hearted personality. Bogdan worked as a handyman and maintenance man for the local school while living in Ukraine. He immigrated to the United States in 1993. After...

Patrick Dean VanLeuven Jr.

Patrick Dean VanLeuven Jr.

May 27, 2023

Patrick Dean VanLeuven Jr., of Kingston, NY, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023. He was 56 years old. Patrick was born on November 13, 1966 in Kingston; he was the son of Nancy (Miller) VanLeuven and Patrick Dean VanLeuven, Sr.

 

Patrick worked as a mechanic and handyman. He was a self-taught artist who enjoyed drawing. He also liked...

Jeannine L. Riopelle

Jeannine L. Riopelle

May 24, 2023

Jeannine L. Riopelle of Kerhonkson, NY, 88, died on Wednesday May 24, 2023 in Rhinebeck, NY.

Jeannine was born in Antwerp, Belgium on November 1, 1934 to Josephus and Antoinette (Detry) Interwoel. While in Belgium she lived through World War II, leaving her with incredible stories of survival and adaptation. She married the love of her life, Edwin R. Riopelle,...

Thomas W. Barringer

Thomas W. Barringer

May 21, 2023

Thomas William Barringer, 68, passed away in his home in Samsonville, New York, on May 21, 2023 due to pulmonary fibrosis. He died in his sleep tended by loved ones.

Born in Ellenville Hospital on September 14, 1954, Tom was a master carpenter of renowned skill who considered carpentry his creative expression. He loved working with wood and said he...

Shirley J. Lyons

Shirley J. Lyons

May 20, 2023

Shirley J. (Avery) Lyons, age 80, passed away on May 20, 2023. She enjoyed traveling with her family, watching tv, playing bingo and going to church. She also enjoyed her life’s work as a Bus Attendant, Deli Clerk, and housekeeper. She belonged to the Accord Ladies Auxiliary, the Golden Seniors, and The Federated Church of Kerhonkson. In the last few...

Raymond Lawrence

Raymond Lawrence

May 17, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond Lawrence. Raymond fondly known to his family and friends as Randy was a lifelong resident of the area and had resided in Kerhonkson, NY. He was born on August 14, 1959 at the Veterans’ Hospital in Ellenville, NY.

 

For most of his career he worked at...

Carmina Di Santo

Carmina Di Santo

May 13, 2023

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Carmina Di Santo of Accord, New York. Carmina passed away on Saturday, May 13th, 2023. She was 90 years old. Carmina was born on April 15th, 1933 in the village of Sambuceto in Bomba, Abruzzo, Italy. She was the beloved daughter of the late Mauro and Santa. She is predeceased by her...

Belle Anne Waite

Belle Anne Waite

May 2, 2023

Belle Anne Waite of Wawarsing, NY, 67, died on Tuesday May 2, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Belle was born in Yonkers on September 15, 1955 to James and Florence (Hetzer) Olson. She married the love of her life, James Waite, on February 15, 1987 and settled in Wawarsing. Belle worked for many years babysitting. She loved...

Lester T. McCandless

Lester T. McCandless

Apr 17, 2023

Lester T. McCandless of Kerhonkson, New York, died on April 17, 2023 at his home. He was born September 3, 1940 in Morristown, NJ to the late Lester and Josina (Jilleba) McCandless. Lester was affectionately known as ‘Les’.

Les was a Counselor with Veritas Villa for well over 40 years and had filled many positions with expertise and care. The Villa...

Richard Floyd VanDemark

Richard Floyd VanDemark

Apr 8, 2023

Richard Floyd VanDemark a lifelong resident of Accord, NY, passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2023. He was 82 years old. Richard was born on December 27, 1940 in Ellenville, NY; he was the son of Alvah and Nettie (Chrisey) VanDemark.

 

Richard graduated from Rondout Valley High School in 1958. Shortly after he enlisted into the United States Army...

Daniel James Miller

Daniel James Miller

Mar 23, 2023

Daniel James Miller of Kerhonkson, New York, died on March 23, 2023 at his home. He was born December 8, 1959 in Schenectady, NY to Joan (Calhoun) Miller and the late Thayer C. Miller.

A lifelong resident of the area, Daniel enjoyed snowmobiling, boating and fishing, and you could always find him playing computer poker on his phone just passing...

Joan I. Avery Allen

Joan I. Avery Allen

Mar 17, 2023

Joan I. Avery Allen of Saugerties, NY passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023 at the age of 88. Joan was born on March 2, 1935 in Lomontville, the daughter of the late Raymond and Mary Elizabeth (Houghtaling) Terwilliger.

A lifelong resident of the area, Joan loved camping and couldn’t go past a yard sale without stopping. She loved butterflies,...

John M. Terranova Jr.

John M. Terranova Jr.

Mar 14, 2023

John M. Terranova, Jr. of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. He was 37 years old. John was born on July 1, 1985 in Brooklyn, NY; he was the son of John M. Terranova Sr. and the late Wendy (Altman) Terranova.

 

John graduated from Rondout Valley High School in 2004. He was an avid gamer and...

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