SAUGERTIES…Wayne D. Miller, 66, of Charles Bach Rd., died Monday, May 30, 2023 at the Harris Hospital. He was born on October 19, 1956 to the late Ernest and Bernadette Miller.   A graduate of Catskill High School, Wayne was  a member of the Blue Mt. Reformed Church for many years.   He was the owner and operator of Catskill Mt. Chocolates and also previously employed at Simulaids in Saugerties.   Wayne was also a former member of the Blue Kats...

CATSKILL.....Steven A. Bittermann, 60, of Catskill died suddenly at home on May 28, 2023. Born August 16, 1962 in Rome, NY to the late Robert & Nancy Bittermann, Steve is survived by his wife of 30 years, Dianne (Schloss); son Nathan and daughter Erica; sister Ann Marie (Quentin) Dixon; aunt Karen (Chuck) Doman; mother-in-law Beverly Schloss; sisters- and brothers-in-law; many nieces, nephews, and cousins; and Dilly, his faithful four-legged companion. Steve graduated from Saugerties...

SAUGERTIES……Robert P. Sutton, Sr. , 80, of Village Dr. died Saturday, May 27, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family.  Born December 3, 1942 in Brooklyn he was the son of the late Parmer and Beatrice Sutton.  An area resident for many years he was employed as a service technician at Kosco, in Catskill.  Survivors include his wife, Jeanne, a daughter, Tina and her husband John Winters of Saugerties and a son, Michael and his wife, Sue Sutton of...

SAUGERTIES……Patricia A. Turco, 77, of Peach Lane died peacefully Monday, May 22, 2023, after a courageous fight against ovarian cancer.  Born August 5, 1945 in Newburgh, she was the beloved daughter of the late John and Bessie Kolodziejski.  Pat married George Turco in 1965, a Veteran and one of the founders of Turco Brothers Water. She had been a Saugerties resident for over 56 years and retired as an Optometric Assistant at the office of Dr. Joseph...

SAUGERTIES….Derek W. Whittaker, 58, of Mt. Airy Rd. passed away Friday, May 19, 2023, surrounded by family at his childhood residence after a battle with Gastric Cancer. Born February 5, 1965 in Kingston, he was the son of Roberta (Bobbi) Tompkins Whittaker and the late Albert C. Whittaker, Sr. Derek was universally known for his charisma, as his kindness, positivity, sense of humor and determination shined brightly.  A lifelong resident of the area, Derek was a graduate of...

SAUGERTIES…..Robert “Bob” Maxwell Hooper, 70, died peacefully at Health Alliance Hospital, Kingston, NY on May 19, 2023, with his loving wife, JoEllen (Donnelly) Hooper at his bedside.Bob was born in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, September 9, 1952, to Paul and Jane (Pandolfino) Hooper (both predeceased) and grew up with his brothers Dave (Lisa), Sarasota, FL, Rick (Susanne), Boston, MA, and his sister Judy (predeceased). Bob graduated from Huntingdon HS class of ‘70 and...

Robert L. “Bob” Pole, 90, of Saugerties, passed away peacefully at Westchester Medical Center on Monday, May 15, 2023.  He was born at home in Gardiner, NY on March 18, 1933, to the late Michael and Lillian (Roth) Pole.  Bob graduated from New Paltz High School and SUNY Delhi.  He worked for Smitty’s Body Shop in New Paltz for more than 50 years.  He did say his dream job would have been a farmer!  For many years, he enjoyed the weekly game of...

SAUGERTIES……Regina M. Johnson (affectionately known as Jean),  83,  of Sterley Ave. died Friday, May 12, 2023 at the Northern Dutchess Hospital, surrounded by her family.  Born in 1940 in Wilkes-Barre, PA she was the daughter of the late Francis and Angela (Stachowicz) Wojcik.  An area resident since 1978 she previously resided in Canal Fulton, OH and Levittown, PA.   Jean's faith was the foundation for the love and compassion she showed...

WESTCAMP….Arline Anderson, 81, of Patterson Rd. died Friday, May 12, 2023 in Saugerties.   Born March 3, 1942 in Jamaica, Queens she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine Konzal.   An area resident for many years she was employed as a head teller at the M&T Bank on Main St. in Saugerties. Arline was a member of the Saugerties Columbiettes and volunteered at Bingo.   Predeceased by her husband, Edward and sister Patricia Mentz and brother...

Jerry C. Bucklen, 86 passed away on May 11, 2023. He was a long time resident of Barclay Heights in Saugerties from 1976 – 2022. He was born on April 14, 1937 to Dora Maymie Bales and Bertie C. Bucklen in Raven Virginia. He was one of 12 children all but 1 who predeceased him survived by only his sister Peggy “Pete” Tester. He was a graduate of Richlands High School in Richlands, Virginia home to the Blue Tornados in 1955. He was a veteran of the US Army and was honorably...

Henry John Altschuh, 55, of Mt. Marion died Wednesday May 10, 2023 in Kingston. He was born December 11, 1967 in Brooklyn, son of June Ampel Altschuh, and the late Richard Altschuh.  An area resident most of his life, he was a graduate of Saugerties High School. He was a talented carpenter and had worked many years for Miron Truss, as well as being self-employed. Henry had a keen interest in fixing and tinkering with classic cars.  He also was a motorcycle enthusiast. Above all, he...

Roy A. Wood, 86, of Saugerties, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 8, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on October 19, 1936 to the late Thomas H. and Sara D. Wood.  He was raised in Philadelphia, PA along with his older brothers, the late Chip and Barry Wood.    He proudly served in the US Navy as Quartermaster Third Class.  Upon honorable discharge, Roy pursued a degree in electrical engineering while employed at Bell Laboratories in Murray...

MT. MARION....Nicholas O. Marcello, 23, of Country Club Dr., died Monday May 8, 2023 at his residence. He was born in Ridgewood, NJ on October 6, 1999 to Christopher Marcello and Susan Dewhurst. He enjoyed music especially playing guitar, art and skateboarding with his friends.  Survivors include his parents; stepmother, Oyuna Tsybikova; sister, Julia Marcello; brothers, Lewis and Max all of NJ. Memorial for Nicholas Owen Marcello Saturday 5/20 from 12 to 4pm at Vander Plaat...

Patrice Lavine Lewoc, 64, of Saugerties NY, passed away unexpectedly Thursday May 4th at her home. She was born on August 19th 1958 to Jacomina Simpson and Richard Lavine in Kingston NY. For most of her adult life she worked as a waitress. She worked at many local restaurants in and around Catskill NY, most notably Creekside Restaurant. She was a loving, devoted mother to her three children. She enjoyed shopping and was an outgoing, sociable woman. Patrice was...

SAUGERTIES....Ruth Edwy, 80, of Phillips Road, died Friday, April 28, 2023, at her residence.  She was born in Brooklyn on August 15, 1942.  She graduated from Pratt University in NYC.  An accomplished artist, she painted hundreds of pieces in a variety of styles.  She was also a talented sculptor.  Ruth even had an eye for landscape and architectural design, even designing her own home.   Survivors include her niece, Elizabeth (John) Goff of Selden,...

SAUGERTIES...Rocco "Rocky" Barbetta, 70, of Post St. died Friday, April 28, 2023 at his residence. He was born on July 15, 1952 to the late Dominick and Connie Capperllieri Barbetta. He attended Saugerties High School and continued his education at the Culinary Institute of America, graduating in 1975. He continued on to work in over 30 restaurants as a professional chef. He loved food and cooking for those special people in his life. His giant personality made him a...

SAUGERTIES....Geraldine Ruth Lundy, 78, of South Dr., Saugerties died April 27 2023. Geri was born July 23,1944 in Jersey City, New Jersey to the late Gerald Conti and Hazel Moeller (née Warner).      Over her life she held interests in depression glass, jewelry, a dachshund menagerie, yardsale-ing, gardening, photography, scrapbooking and genealogy. Her dachshunds brought her a lifetime of joy.   Survivors include her children, Katherine M....

Lillian J. Murphy, 95, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2023.   Lillian was born on June 21, 1927, in New York City, New York, the daughter of the late Ludwig and Elizabeth Lancaris. She was married to the late Daniel J. Murphy for 29 years.  They lived in Fort Lee, New Jersey; Wappinger Falls, New York; Kingston, New York; and Saugerties, New York, where she resided for over 60 years.    Lillian was very active in Saugerties, New York. She was a bookkeeper at...

SAUGERTIES...Donna Marie Fallows, 59, of Buck Ln., passed away on Tuesday April 25, 2023 at the HealthAlliance Hospital Mary's Avenue. She was born at Northern Duchess Hospital in Rhinebeck, NY on October 19, 1963 to Dennis and Helen Shultis. For 22 years she worked at Ametek Rotron in Woodstock as a machinist. Throughout her life she enjoyed doing puzzles, going to see movies and particularly later in life watching wrestling on television. Donna loved animals, especially her three dogs,...

GLASCO....Peter M. Legg, 69, of Costello Ct., died Monday April 24, 2023 at his residence. He was born on January 9, 1954 in Saugerties to the late Ernest and Eva Zmiyarch Legg.  He was employed for over 25 years as a heavy equipment operator with the Saugerties Highway Dept.  As a volunteer with the Saugerties Fire Dept., he was a life member and past captain of the CA Lynch Hose Co. and a member of the Saugerties Exempts Fireman's Association. Peter was also a member of...

MT. MARION....Katherine A. Bruno, 66, of Country Club Dr., died Sunday April 23, 2023 at the St. Peter's Hospital, Albany after a brief and courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was born on August 23, 1956 to the late John N. and Sadie Davis Hoy. Kathy’s love for animals was as great as her love for fast cars.  Kathy had a beautiful smile which could light up a room, an infectious giggle and a loving and generous heart. Her kind spirit and gentle soul deeply touched...

GLASCO….. Paul Iannacone, 45, of Hudson St., died Wednesday, April 19, 2023.  Born June 18, 1977 in Norwalk, CT., he is the son of Daniel and Donna Iannacone.   An area resident for several years he was self employed in construction.  Besides his parents of Norwalk survivors include his fiancée, Maria Dalbo of Glasco, his siblings: Daniel, Nicholas and Danelle Iannacone and two daughters.  Friends will be received on Sunday at the Seamon-Wilsey...

CATSKILL....Mark A. Mills, 63, of 29 James Rd., died suddenly, Tuesday, April 18, 2023. He was born in Kingston on June 27, 1959 to the late Irving and Estella Mower Mills. He grew up locally and graduated from Kingston High School with the class of 1977.    Mark was previously employed for 30 plus years at KTB, Treasure Chest and Vertis in Saugerties, NY as plant manager and currently employed at Primo Water as production manager in Clifton Park, NY. Mark was an avid fisherman...

KINGSTON…. Stanley I. Strath, 80, of E. Chester St. died Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at HealthAlliance Hospital after a long illness.  Born February 6, 1943 in Baltimore, MD., son of the late William and Hazel Strath, Sergeant Strath was veteran of the US Army during the Vietnam War.   Returning to Ellenville after his service, he met and fell in love with Lorraine Crawford and raised his family til the late 1980’s - often working two jobs -  at...

HIGHLAND…… Robert L. Martin passed away on Monday, April 10, 2023 at the Vassar Brother Hospital with his loving wife, Irene at his side.   Born August 21, 1938 in Beacon, NY he was the son of the late Edmond and Esther Martin.  A veteran of the US Coast Guard he served from 1957-61.   He was employed for 35 years at IBM as a Senior System Analyst.  Bob’s early childhood years were spent in Coxsackie.  He lived in Saugerties for many...

GLASCO……Joseph A. Kime, 78, of Delaware St., died Thursday, April 6, 2023 at the Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in Manhattan after a lengthy illness.  Born September 28, 1944 in Saugerties he was the son of the late Edward and Louise Cashara Kime.   A lifetime area resident he was a member of the Glasco Fire Company and a parishioner of St. Joseph’s RC Church.  Survivors include his wife the former Giulia Pietramale, a daughter, Bernice and her...

SAUGERTIES…. James T. Whelan, 31, of Boxwood Ct. died Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at the Guthrie Cortland Memorial Hospital, Cortland, NY.   Born September 24, 1991 in Poughkeepsie he was the son of James and Kristin Higgins Whelan.   A graduate of Saugerties High School, Class of 2009, he served in the United States Air Force.   He was a graduate of UCCC and a current student at SUNY Cortland majoring in Electrical Engineering.  Besides his parents of...

SAUGERTIES….. Vicki L. Vanderbeck, 60, of Washington Ave. died Tuesday, April 4, 2023 after a long illness.   Born November 24, 1962 in Kingston she was the daughter of the late Earl and Elsie Garrison Vanderbeck.  A lifelong area resident she attended Pilot Industries and later the ARC Day-Hab program in Kingston.  Vicki was a former Girl Scout and participant in the Special Olympics. Survivors include two sisters: Jill Stade and Lee (Edward) Quirk both of...