Obituaries

Roger W. Fredenburgh Jr.

Roger W. Fredenburgh Jr.

Oct 12, 2024

Roger W. Fredenburgh Jr. of Napanoch entered peacefully into rest on October 12, 2024. A lifelong resident of the area, he was born in Kingston on October 24, 1947 to his late parents Roger and Caroline (Port) Fredenburgh. After his father’s untimely passing when Roger was a teen, he spent a lot of time at Smith Brother’s Garage, forming a...

Rosemary Eikszta

Rosemary Eikszta

Oct 5, 2024

Rosemary (Link) Eikszta passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, October 5, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. “Rosie“ was born on April 25, 1942, in Shenandoah, PA. “Rosie” was a daughter to the late William and Helen Link. She was a secretary in charge of medical billing at the Ellenville Medical Center for over 40 years, retiring when the...

Douglas Lee Smith

Douglas Lee Smith

Oct 1, 2024

Douglas Lee Smith was born on June 30, 1944 in Ellenville, New York to father Earl S. Smith and mother Clara Etta Cook. Doug passed away at the Golden Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation in Kingston, New York on October 1, 2024. Doug suffered from a long bout with Parkinson’s disease.Douglas attended the Ellenville school system. He worked for the Victory...

Cort Lee Stinehour

Cort Lee Stinehour

Sep 30, 2024

Cort Lee Stinehour, of Napanoch, NY, passed away unexpectedly on September 30, 2024 at the age of 55. Cort was born in Ellenville, NY on October 7, 1968; the son of the late Robert F. and Barbara (Benjamin) Stinehour.

Cort was a lifelong member of the community, graduating from Ellenville High School in 1987. He dedicated his professional life to working...

Jason Anthony Yerks

Jason Anthony Yerks

Sep 27, 2024

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Jason Yerks, who died on September 27, 2024, in Ellenville, NY. Jason was born on December 14, 1977, in Poughkeepsie, NY, to Arthur and Shirley (Sickler) Yerks.

A proud graduate of Poughkeepsie High School, Jason further dedicated himself to his work as a Receiver at CardinalHealth in Montgomery, NY. Throughout...

Timothy A. Kellison

Timothy A. Kellison

Sep 20, 2024

Timothy A. Kellison, age 75, of Ellenville, NY, passed away peacefully at his home on September 20, 2024. Born on February 18, 1949, in Massena, NY, he was the son of the late Hubert and Loran (Tyo) Kellison and one of nine children in the family.

Tim proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and...

Ross H. Barringer

Ross H. Barringer

Sep 18, 2024

Ross H. Barringer, of Grahamsville, NY, passed away on September 18, 2024 at the age of 91 in the comfort of his home. Ross was born in Samsonville, NY on May 20, 1933; the son of Otis and Wilma (Beesmer) Barringer.

Ross dedicated a significant part of his career to mechanics, having worked for Reynolds Metal Company in Middletown, NY, as...

Michael J. Casey Jr.

Michael J. Casey Jr.

Sep 6, 2024

Michael J. Casey Jr., of Kingston, NY passed away unexpectedly on September 6, 2024. He was 57 years old. Michael was born on October 26, 1966, in Ellenville, NY; he was the son of the late Michael J. Casey and Claudine (Miller) Casey.

Michael worked for Avion Hospitality Services in Kingston. In his down time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing.

In addition...

Cinda L. Robinson

Cinda L. Robinson

Sep 5, 2024

Cinda Robinson passed away on Thursday, September 5th, 2024 at the age of 74. A lifelong resident of Ellenville, Cinda touched the lives of all who knew her. She loved fiercely and cared deeply about those around her. Her life revolved around her daughter, Catherine, and her two grandsons, Dominick and Troy. 

Cinda always had a full house, especially around the...

John Lichtenstein

John Lichtenstein

Aug 30, 2024

A family medicine practitioner who also provided drug and alcohol treatment and acupuncture, John Stuart Lichtenstein was born on November 13, 1944, in Boston, Mass., to Eleanor and Norman Lichtenstein.

At age two, he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and was not expected to live into his teen years. But he proved all doctors wrong; John died on August 30,...

Arlie Howard DuBois

Arlie Howard DuBois

Aug 23, 2024

Arlie Howard DuBois, age 67, of Ellenville, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at Garnet Health Medical Center in Middletown, NY. Born on December 13, 1956, in Hancock, NY, he was the cherished son of Mary Elizabeth DuBois Newman and the late Howard Ward DuBois. A proud Marine, Arlie served his country...

Cynthia Senior

Cynthia Senior

Aug 19, 2024

Visiting for Cynthia will be held at the Shiloh Baptist Church, 60 Berme Rd., Ellenville, NY 12428 on Friday, September 6, 2024 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. 

The funeral service will begin at 12:00 pm. Burial will follow at Fantinekill Cemetery.

Harold Louis Doolittle

Harold Louis Doolittle

Aug 13, 2024

Harold Louis Doolittle of Summitville, NY, passed away on Tuesday August 13, 2024. He was 85 years old. Harold was born on June 26, 1939 at the family home in Phillipsport; he was the son of William and Elizabeth (Mellis) Doolittle, (step father) Leonard Canfield. 

Throughout his life, Harold dedicated himself to his work at the Concord Hotel, where he meticulously...

Edith C. Knopsnyder

Edith C. Knopsnyder

Aug 3, 2024

Edith C. Knopsnyder of Napanoch, NY passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024. She was 102 years old. Edith was born in Ellenville, NY on June 28, 1922; she was the daughter of Herbert and Laura (Krom) Keener.

Edith had worked for Imperial Schrade until her well-deserved retirement. Among her many joys, crocheting held a special place in her heart. She...

Elaine Marie Larson

Elaine Marie Larson

Aug 2, 2024

Elaine Marie (Smith) Larson passed away peacefully at home on August 2, 2024.

Elaine was born on November 1, 1938, in Wawarsing, NY. She was the middle child of nine born to the late Alfred and Marion (Palmer) Smith, and the fifth of eight “Smith sisters”. 

Elaine graduated from Ellenville High School in 1956 and worked for many years at Home National...

Kenneth L. Cook Jr.

Kenneth L. Cook Jr.

Jul 20, 2024

Kenneth L. Cook Jr., aged 63, passed away on July 20, 2024, in Middletown, New York. Born in Kingston, NY, Ken was known for his vibrant, creative spirit and a profound dedication to his family and numerous hobbies.Ken's passion for life was evident in everything he did. He was an avid traveler, exploring the United States extensively with his wife,...

Sandra L. Donohue

Sandra L. Donohue

Jul 20, 2024

Sandra L. Donohue, known affectionately as Sandee, peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Ellenville Regional Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. She was 83 years old.

Born on September 9, 1940, at the Veteran Hospital in Ellenville, Sandra was the beloved daughter of Donald and Virginia (O'Bryon) Schonger. She grew up in Kerhonkson, graduating from Kerhonkson...

Higinia Rodriguez

Higinia Rodriguez

Jul 11, 2024

Higinia Rodriguez (Gina) 83, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 11th surrounded by her family. She was born on January 11, 1941, in the town of Maricao, Puerto Rico, the daughter of Antonio Rodriguez and Carmen Ortiz. 

She enjoyed the simple things in life, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family. She took great pleasure in helping others. 

Her...

Gianna Rose Harris

Gianna Rose Harris

Jul 5, 2024

Gianna Rose Harris, who entered the world silently on June 28, 2024, was the highly anticipated daughter of Eric and Cheyenne (Meyer) Harris. Others mourning her loss include her siblings Noah, Andrea, Nevin, Logan, Treshaun, Zavier, Bryson, Luis, Lorenzo, and Karter; grandparents Karen and Douglas Beebe, Jeannine and Sean Harris; as well as her great grandmother Janice Wolfeil. Additionally, Gianna...

Brian Christopher Rose

Brian Christopher Rose

Jun 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian Christopher Rose, a beloved resident of Napanoch, NY. Brian was born on July 18, 1973, in Kingston, NY, to his loving parents; Clarine (Schwab) Rose Peak and the late James Samuel Rose, Jr.

Brian was a devoted spouse to Terry Barringer and a cherished father to his son, Brian...

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