All Obituaries

Patricia Ann Looby, 71, of Malden Tpk., died on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Vassar Brothers Hospital. She was born in Schenectady, the only child of the late Norman and Patricia (Elliott) Whitaker. She is survived by her husband, Daniel; and her children, Joshua, Bree, and Lauren. She was predeceased by her aunt, Francis Elliott. A graduate of St. Rose, she continued her education, earning a Master’s degree from the University at Albany. Patti loved art and going ...

Wendy Jane Backus, 74, of Saugerties, New York, passed away on March 4, 2026, at Northern Dutchess Hospital in Rhinebeck, New York, following a sudden heart attack. Born on August 31, 1951, in Kingston, New York, she was the daughter of the late Albert Perks and Jane Perks. A lifelong resident of the Hudson Valley, Wendy lived a life defined by education, adventure, and an enduring love for her family. A dedicated and passionate educator, Wendy was a graduate of the State University of New ...

Nancy Ann Kogut, 71, of Mt. Airy Rd., died on March 1, 2026 at the HealthAlliance Hospital, Kingston. She was born on December 10, 1954, in Kingston, to the late John and Myrtle (Ahrens) Kelly.   Nancy was predeceased by her devoted husband, Michael S. Kogut, who passed away just months before her, and her brothers, John Kelly Jr., Robert Kelly, Thomas Kelly and William Kelly. Her legacy continues through her beloved children, Kelli Kogut of Saugerties, Wendy (Daniel) Kogut-Doyle of ...

SAUGERTIES - Florence C. Krauss, 79, of Emerick Rd. died Friday, February 27, 2026 at the Albany Medical Center, surrounded by her family.   Born January 2, 1947 in Brooklyn, NY she was the daughter of the late Harold and Florence Hessle.  An area resident since 1989 she previously resided in Queens.  For several years she was employed at Sawyer Savings Bank, where she created many connections within the community.    She was a member of the ...

LAKE KATRINE – Dorianne (Dori) Berman, formerly of Long Island, passed away on February 27, 2026  at Health Alliance Hospital in Kingston.  Born December 18, 1961 in Brooklyn she was the daughter of the late Paul and Paula Berman. Dori bought her passion for life to everyday activities despite life’s challenges. Dori found joy in writing poetry and prose, in good food, and being in the company of friends and family. She loved her caring, nurturing home at TenBroeck ...

Karl Wayne Stevens, 92, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on February 24, 2026 at HealthAlliance Hospital in Kingston, NY. He was born on October 16, 1933 in Schulter, Oklahoma to Pauline Zaletel and Carl Eugene Stevens. Most of his mother's family migrated to the US from the Austro-Hungarian Empire in the early 1900s. His father was a career Navy man that enlisted for World War I, retired in 1929, and then reactivated to serve in World War II.  A proud US Navy Korean ...

Burton J. Penchansky, 71, passed away peacefully at his residence on February 12, 2026. Born on December 30, 1954, in Middletown, NY. Burt was predeceased by his loving parents, Morris and Rita Penchansky. He leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories with his devoted wife of 41 years, Cathy Anderson. His brother, Joe (Ellen) Penchansky of Florida, and his nieces, Rosie and Rita, will fondly remember him. Originally, Burt attended SUNY New Paltz to be an English ...

Saugerties- Stephanie Pranis, 51 died Tuesday, after a lengthy illness. Born June 30, 1974, in Kingston, she is the daughter of Al T. Pranis and Joyce (Cucco) Ciarlante and the late Robert Ciarlante. Stephanie was a graduate of Saugerties High School, Class of 1992, and attended BOCES CTE in the dental assistant program. She worked for many years as a server at local diners and was known to many as “Tiger.” Full of life, Stephanie would help anyone in any way she ...

David R. Baldwin, a visionary in the television industry and a cherished member of his local community, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at Vassar Brothers Hospital in Poughkeepsie, NY. He was born on December 24, 1948, in Wyalusing, PA, to the late Archie and Letha Baldwin.    David's early years in Wyalusing laid the foundation for a life of intellectual curiosity and academic achievement. He graduated from Penn State University, where he was a proud member of the ...

SAUGERTIES - James Chianchiano died on January 28, 2026, after a brief illness at WMC Health Alliance Hospital in Kingston, NY.  He was surrounded by family and friends.  He was born March 28, 1951 in the Borough Park section of Brooklyn to Virginia Garaffo Chianchiano and Giuanto (Jimmy) Chianchiano.  He was predeceased by his parents and brother, Robert Chianchiano.  Following the death of his parents, he lived with his mother’s cousins ...