Hon. Timothy G. Pagones

The Honorable Timothy G. Pagones passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was 63 years old. Born in Beacon, New York, on April 23, 1963, Tim was the son of Felicia (Spinapolice) Pagones and the late Anthony "Babe" Pagones. On May 15, 2005, he married his soulmate, Susan (Antalek) Pagones , who remained faithfully by his side throughout their life together.

A graduate of Ithaca College and Touro Law School, Timothy devoted more than 35 years to the criminal justice system and to serving the people of Dutchess County. He began his career in the early 1990's as a Senior Assistant District Attorney with the Dutchess County District Attorney's Office. He later spent 14 years as an associate with the Law Firm of Pagones and Cross, P.C.

Tim also served as a part- time Judge for the City of Beacon before becoming the city's full-time Judge. During his distinguished judicial career, he established the first Opioid/Recovery Court in Dutchess County, created the first Dutchess County Domestic Violence Court, and started the Beacon Drug Treatment Court, which had countywide jurisdiction.

Through his compassion, fairness, and commitment to helping others, Tim touched countless lives. He took tremendous pride in watching participants graduate from his treatment court programs and begin new chapters in their lives, still keeping in touch with many of his participants to offer his encouragement and support whenever it was needed.

Tim was a member of the City of Beacon Fire Department since 1985.

He was a past board member of the Martin Luther King Cultural Center, the Beacon Rotary Club, and in his earlier years volunteered with the Beacon Ambulance Corp.

When Tim wasn't hard at work for the City of Beacon or the DA's office, he was at home enjoying every moment spent with his family or riding his motorcycle with his Renegade Pig Brothers. Tim loved trips to the beach, relaxing in the sun, perfecting his tan, and telling everyone to "take the rest of the day off."

Tim is survived by his loving wife Susan Pagones, and his children: Kati Wilson, Anthony Pagones and his wife Nicoletta, Cory Dubetsky and his wife Amanda, Katina Pagones, and Addy Pagones. Tim also leaves behind his 7 beautiful grandchildren, his mother Felicia Pagones, his father-in-law Frederick Antalek, brother Steven Pagones and his wife Julie, his brother-in-law Frederick Antalek, Jr. and his wife Lorna, as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

Tim was predeceased by his father, Anthony "Babe" Pagones and mother-in-law, Lee Ann Antalek.

A man of deep and abiding faith, Tim was devoted to his church and drew great strength from his relationship with God. Throughout his courageous battle with cancer, people often asked what they could do for him. His response was simply to take care of themselves.

Even during the darkest moments, Tim found a way to lighten the mood. His quick wit, warmth, and infectious personality made those around him feel comfortable and brought smiles and laughter wherever he went. He would often enter a room whistling and offering fist bumps to start the day. And as he would say, "If I were any better, I would be...."

The family would like to extend its heartful gratitude to the staff at Montefiore St Lukes, especially Dr. Mohmed Elsagga and Nicholas Shannon. They would also like to extend thanks to Hudson Valley Hospice for their care and compassion.

Calling hours will be held from 2:00pm to 6:00pm on Monday, September 7, at the McHoul Funeral Home of Fishkill, Inc., 1089 Main Street, Fishkill, New York. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday, September 8, at Kimisis Greek Orthodox Church, 140 S. Grand Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in Timothy's memory may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, (www.stjude.org), Kimisis Greek Orthodox Church, (www.kimisisny.org), Montefiore St. Lukes (www.montefioreslc.org) or Hudson Valley Hospice (www.hvhospice.org).