Dave Dugas a resident of Hopewell Junction, NY died on October 7, 2022 at Maplewood of Danbury Assisted Living Center. He was born on April 30,1951 in Rumford, Maine and was the third son of Charles and Betty Dugas.

He was predeceased by his parents; two older brothers, Jerry Dugas and Thomas Dugas; and his daughter, Jessica.

His wife, Christine, survives at home. He is also survived by his son, David Dugas of Virginia and his children; as well as two sisters, Cindy Freeman and her husband Greg of Peru, Maine, and Kelly Dugas of Rumford, Maine. David had two stepsons, Lance MacMillan of Poughkeepsie, NY along with his son Carson and Ramsay MacMillan and wife Leah of Chapel Hill, NC along with their children Danielle and Christopher.

David is a graduate of Stephens High School in Rumford. Shortly after graduating he came to New York. He was employed by Metro North Railroad and retired in 2007 as a Power Director.

He loved traveling with his wife Christine. Together they enjoyed visiting many different countries. He also enjoyed volunteering with Puppies Behind Bars.

He was a member of the ELKS. Gardening, maintaining several bird feeders and building his own beautiful waterfall and pond were wonderful activities he enjoyed.

At Dave's request a cremation has already taken place. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 from 4 – 6 pm at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction with a funeral service at 5:30 pm.

Donations may be made in Dave's memory to the Fishkill Baptist Church, 107 Route 82, Fishkill, NY 12524. Please visit his Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.