Elliott A. Coons, age 93, passed away on June 6, 2023 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center. Elliott was born on August 9th, 1929 in Clermont, NY to the late Clayton and Mary (Damboski) Coons. On February 23, 1989 in Snow Hill, Maryland, he married his beloved wife Carol who survives at home.

Elliott proudly served our country in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1951-1953. He worked for 43 years for Central Hudson in Poughkeepsie, NY as a Supervisor. He also worked in Real Estate, had his own airport car service, drove for Texaco, and worked along with his wife Carol as a Docent at the Boscobel Museum in Cold Spring. He always liked to keep busy.

When he wasn't working, Elliott loved to read, especially history books. He was also an avid skier up until age 83. He was a handyman and carpenter, a great storyteller and above all else, a wonderful husband and father.

In addition to his wife Carol Coons, he is survived by his daughter Laura Coons; his step-son Christopher Lum, and his step-daughter Danielle Lum-Merk; and by his grandchildren Kayla, Sean and Brianna.

He was predeceased by his sister Rosemarie Coons-Miller.

Arrangements are private and under the direction of the McHoul Funeral Home of Fishkill, Inc. 1089 Main St. Fishkill, NY 12524.