Obituaries
Marie O'Keefe
Jul 28, 2026
HOPEWELL JUNCTION - Marie O'Keefe, 78, an area resident since 1978, died peacefully at home on July 28, 2026. She previously lived in Queens.
Born in New York City on October 6, 1947, Marie was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Florence (DePasquale) Ancona. On November 22, 1969, Marie married Robert "Bob" O'Keefe who predeceased her in 2002 after...
Theresa L. Holczinger
Jul 27, 2026
Theresa L. Holczinger, 78, passed away July 27, 2026 at Maplewood at Stony Hill in CT. A resident of Holmes since 1979, she previously lived in the Bronx.
Born on October 18, 1947 in New York City, Theresa was the daughter of the late Angelo and Clementine (Grassia) Margiasso. She began her career in medical records at Misericordia Hospital in...
Roy E. Jorgensen
Jul 26, 2026
EAST FISHKILL - Roy E. Jorgensen, 86, an area resident since 1973 and formerly of Brooklyn, died peacefully on July 28, 2026 at his home.
Born in Brooklyn on August 4, 1939, he was the son of the late Einar and Alfild (Toftner) Jorgensen. Roy proudly served our country in the US Air Force and was employed as a teacher...
Angelo F Incorvaia
Jul 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Angelo Fortunato IncorvaiaAngelo Fortunato Incorvaia, 75, a longtime resident of Wappingers Falls, passed away surrounded by the love of his family.Angelo was born on September 15, 1950, in Gela, Sicily, Italy, to Salvatore Christopher Incorvaia and Rosaria Sarina Zuppardo. In 1961, at the age of 11, Angelo came to Poughkeepsie, New York, where he attended Poughkeepsie schools and...
Nicholas Tuminaro
Jul 22, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Nick Tuminaro. Nick exuded joy, a passion for life, and a spark that lit up those around him. His generous heart, uplifting presence, and infectious smile touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Born on April 1, 1970, Nick was the beloved eldest son of Dominick...
Bruce H. Baright
Jul 22, 2026
Bruce Harold Baright, 85, died on July 22, 2026 at the Taconic at Hopewell Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Born in Poughkeepsie on June 8, 1941, he was the son of the late Harry and Mae (Jones) Baright. Bruce graduated from Arlington High School and proudly served our country in the US Army. He was the owner and operator of Jim Ross...
Patricia M. Shultis
Jul 21, 2026
HOPEWELL JUNCTION - Patricia M. Shultis, 81, passed peacefully and comfortably surrounded by her family on July 21, 2026. She was a lifelong area resident.
Born in Sharon, CT on January 12, 1945, Patricia was the daughter of the late Elmer and Dorothy (Schieffer) Bucey. She was employed as a personal home care provider until her retirement.
She enjoyed crafting,...
Robert P. Neary
Jul 19, 2026
Robert P. Neary, age 93, died peacefully at his home in Fishkill, NY, with his loving family at his side on July 19, 2026. A long-time Fishkill resident, Bob was born in Beacon, NY, on August 17, 1932. He married his wife Patricia Valentino on October 26, 1963.
Bob was a graduate of Beacon High School and Villanova University....
Geraldine Katherine Levani
Jul 18, 2026
Geraldine Levani
July 22, 1945 - July 18, 2026
Geraldine Katherine Levani, 80, of Palm Harbor, FL, passed away at the AdventHealth Connerton Hospital in Connerton, Florida, following a long illness. A Florida resident for over 30 years, Geraldine previously resided in Stormville, NY, Brewster, NY, and grew up in the Bronx, NY.
Geraldine graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School...
Joseph Michael Mackey
Jul 18, 2026
Joseph Michael Mackey passed away on July 18, 2026 at Hudson Valley Hospice House. He was 94. Born on January 24, 1932 in the Bronx, he was the son of the late Michael and Alice (Foley) Mackey. Joseph graduated from St. Anselm Catholic School in the Bronx, where he made many lifelong friends. He was also a 1950 graduate of...
Catherine A. Delia
Jul 16, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Catherine A. Delia, a devoted educator and cherished family member, who passed on July 16, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on January 5, 1947, in the Bronx, NY, she was the beloved daughter of the late Stratis and Helen (Carayas) Comninel.Catherine dedicated over 40 years of her...
Philip M. Ward
Jul 15, 2026
Philip M. Ward, 69, a resident of Clarion, PA since 2020, and formerly of Poughkeepsie and Yonkers, passed away unexpectedly due to natural causes on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at his home.
Born in Port Chester on October 12, 1956, he was the son of the late James and Sadie (Santaro) Ward. A dedicated electrician by profession, he took pride...
Cara Antonia Handel
Jul 14, 2026
Cara Antonia Rizzuto Handel, 51, a resident of Aynor, SC since March and formerly of Hopewell Junction, NY, passed away on July 14, 2026.
Born in the Bronx on September 25, 1974, she was the cherished daughter of Joseph Rizzuto and the late Rosemary (Licata) Rizzuto.
Cara's life was most importantly defined by her unwavering love for her family. She found joy...
John Thomas Cole
Jul 14, 2026
John Thomas Cole, 78, died on July 14, 2026 at the Fishkill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. An area resident since 1992, he formerly resided in Mount Vernon and the Bronx. John was a vibrant spirit who touched the lives of many in our community with his kindness and laughter.John was born on December 5, 1947 in Manhattan. He retired as...
Louise M. Keyser
Jul 13, 2026
Louise M. Keyser, 67, a longtime resident of Middletown, New York, and most recently of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on July 13, 2026.
Born in New York City on July 5, 1959, Louise was the cherished daughter of the late John and Vera (Spina) Cavalluzzi.
Louise's life was defined by her boundless love, quiet...
Clifford Molinari
Jul 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Clifford "Cliffy" Molinari
June 25, 1980 - July 12, 2026
With profound sadness and broken hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved son and brother, Clifford "Cliffy" Molinari, who passed away on July 12, 2026, at the age of 46.
Clifford was born on June 25, 1980, at Phelps Memorial Hospital in Tarrytown, New York....
Jane Theresa Velie
Jul 10, 2026
Jane T. Velie, a resident of Poughkeepsie, NY, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026, at Hudson Valley Hospice House. She was 59 years old.
Born in the Bronx, NY, on June 26, 1967, Jane was the daughter of the late Genaro and Frances (Daily) Monaco.
Jane was a kind-hearted and gentle woman who found happiness in life's simple pleasures....
Alfredo M. Colosi
Jul 9, 2026
Alfredo M. Colosi, a resident of Poughkeepsie, NY for the past 21 years, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on July 9, 2026. He was 90 years old.
Born on February 5, 1936, in Sicily, Italy, Alfredo was the son of the late Nunzio and Nicoletta (Mollura) Colosi. In 1954, he immigrated to the United States in...
Grace Lucie Gleason
Jul 8, 2026
Grace Lucie Gleason, 89, died peacefully on July 8, 2026 at the Taconic at Hopewell. She was the widow of Stephen R. Gleason who predeceased her on March 8, 2018.
Born on May 12, 1937 in Chicago, IL, Grace was the daughter of the late Carl and Julia (Schlenker) Ostrom.
She was married in 1957 to Warren F. Griffin, Jr....
Robert J. Lorenz
Jul 6, 2026
Robert J. Lorenz passed away at home on July 6, 2026 at the age of 89. He was surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born in Yonkers, NY on December 21, 1936 to the late Thomas and Helen (Tolgyfa) Lorenz. On August 16, 1958 at St. Peter's Church in Yonkers, he married his beloved wife Barbara Jean. They were...


