Rod Alexander Lane
Jun 17, 2026
Rod Alexander Lane, 70, of Port Ewen, NY passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026, at the Select Specialty Hospital in Rochelle Park, NJ. Born in Poughkeepsie, NY on June 2, 1956, he was the son of the late Norman Lane and Nancy Joan Letendre. A Highschool graduate, Rod was employed by RJM Movers and Haulers retiring after 15 years...
Rasha T Neal
Jun 16, 2026
Rasha Neal, age 45, of Queens, New York, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Born on November 6, 1980, in Queens, New York, Rasha was the beloved son of Anthony Neal and Christine Mebane. He was raised in Queens and attended local public schools, graduating from August Martin High School. Rasha was a devoted father, loving brother, and...
Emile Chevalier
Jun 14, 2026
Emile Chevalier, 83 of Hyde Park, NY passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY. Born on January 4, 1943, he was the son of the late Robert John and Helen Chevalier. A High School Graduate, he went on to attend several trade schools and Law Enforcement Academy where he ended up retiring...
Myrna James-Baker
May 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Myrna James Baker August 1, 1975 – May 2026 “Those we love never truly leave us; their light continues to shine in the lives they touched, guiding us forward with hope and grace.” With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Myrna James Baker, who entered eternal rest in May 23, 2026. Born...
Carl E. Ashe
May 5, 2026
Carl Elvis Ashe, 69, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at ArchCare at Ferncliff Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center. Born in Creswell North Carolina, Carl was a man full of life, energy, and heart. Carl worked as an environmental specialist for over 20 years at HealthAlliance Hospital and Bard College. He was known for his positive spirit, friendly personality,...
Howard "Freddie" Hill
Apr 22, 2026
Howard “Freddie” Hill Jr., 64, passed away on April 22, 2026, at Mid-Hudson Regional Hospital of Westchester Medical Center. He was born on March 23, 1962, in Poughkeepsie, NY to Howard Hill Sr, and Sarah K. McClinton. Freddie attended the Poughkeepsie City School District, was of the Christian faith and was an assembler at the Workforce in Poughkeepsie. He enjoyed...
Amber Lynne Bass
Apr 19, 2026
Amber Bass (Fimbel), 47, of Millbrook, New York, passed away unexpectedly on April 19, 2026. Amber was born and raised in Millbrook, where she built a life defined by warmth, compassion, and connection. She enjoyed a successful career as a talented hairdresser at C&C Salons, where she touched on the lives of many clients and colleagues over the years. Known...
Sharneter S. Longford
Apr 5, 2026
Sharneter Longford, 38, of Poughkeepsie, NY, passed away at home on April 5, 2026, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born on September 9, 1987, in St. Thomas, Jamaica, West Indies, to George Stewart and Ionie Palmer, Sharneter was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend known for her sharp wit and fun-loving spirit.
A high-end fashionista who enjoyed styling others'...
Ellen C. Diggs
Mar 29, 2026
Ellen Diggs, age 70, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026, at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, New York. Ellen was born on Dec 24, 1955, in Far Rockaway, New York, to parents Norman and Edna Diggs. She graduated from Lawrence High School in Cedarhurst, New York in 1974. She moved to the Hudson Valley region in 1974 and...
Theodore R. Connors
Mar 21, 2026
Theodore R. Connors, a devoted family man and lifelong resident of Poughkeepsie, New York, passed away peacefully at home on March 21, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on November 15, 1938, in the very city where he spent his life, Mr. Connors was a cherished figure in his community, remembered for his steadfast spirit and enduring kindness.
His journey...
Antoinette Marie Smith
Mar 15, 2026
Antoinette Marie Smith (Toni) 58 of Poughkeepsie, NY passed away on March 15, 2026, at home. She was born on March 9, 1968, in Hudson, NY to Willie Smith Sr. (predeceased) and Mattie D. Coleman. She attended Poughkeepsie City School District. From 2008 to 2019 she worked in the Mental Health Unit at Mid-Hudson Regional Hospital, 2020 to 2023 she...
Mary Ann Decker
Mar 8, 2026
Mary Ann Decker, 91, of Poughkeepsie, New York died peacefully on March 8, 2026. Mary Ann was born on August 14, 1934 to the late Henry L. Fischbach and Julia M. Fischbach (Vokali). She attended Poughkeepsie High School and graduated with honors in 1952. In 1956, she married Wallace B. Decker of Poughkeepsie, New York and settled in the town...
Richard Marone
Mar 3, 2026
Richard “Rich” James Marone, a lifelong resident of Poughkeepsie, New York, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026, at the age of 85. Born in Poughkeepsie on May 28, 1940, Rich grew up surrounded by family, community, and a deep love for the Hudson Valley he called home. He was the son of the late Stephen and Rita Marone and...
Jerry Herring
Mar 2, 2026
Jerry Herring, 71, of Poughkeepsie, NY, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Fishkill Rehabilitation
Center in Fishkill, NY. Born on October 7, 1954, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, he was the son of the late
Oscar and Louise Herring.
Jerry deeply cherished spending time with his children and took great pride in his 37-year career with
Coach USA. He was also an avid...
Rose Bellamy
Feb 23, 2026
ROSE BELLAMY, lovingly known as Maria, transitioned from this life surrounded by family on February 23,2026 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY. Maria believed and accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. She was Baptized at Beulah Baptist Church in Poughkeepsie, NY. She moved to Schenectady where she served under the leadership of Reverend Vincent E. Teague of New...
Dorothy A. Rettberg
Feb 17, 2026
Dorothy A. Rettberg, 98, from Salt Point, NY passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, at home with her loving granddaughter by her side. Born on June 30, 1927, in Fishkill, NY, she was the daughter of the late Edward VanVlack and Jennie Denny. She was a caring person who took care of everyone around her. Dorothy loved the beach,...
Kathleen M. Wilkinson
Feb 14, 2026
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Kathleen M. Wilkinson, 84 who entered into eternal rest at the Eleanor Nursing Care Center, Hyde Park, NY on February 14, 2026. Born in Poughkeepsie, NY on July 16, 1941, she was the daughter of the late James and Elizabeth (Sutka) Wilkinson. Kathleen was employed as a home health care...
Walter Johnson
Feb 8, 2026
A brief memorial service will be held on Friday February 20, 2026 from 11am to 12 noon at Joseph J. Darrow Sr. Funeral Home, Inc. 39 So Hamilton St. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Margo Louise Monroe
Feb 6, 2026
Margo Louise Monroe, 74, of Kingston, NY, passed onto her eternal life at home surrounded by her beloved son Freddie Monroe and granddaughter Danashia Monroe. Margo was born March 27th, 1951, to Clara Nicholas-Johnson and Thomas Johnson of Poughkeepsie, NY. She graduated from Poughkeepsie High School. She moved to Kingston, NY purchasing her home. She married now ex-husband Frederick Monroe...
Suzanne Bieniewicz
Jan 28, 2026
Suzanne Bieniewicz, 74, passed away on January 28, 2026, in Poughkeepsie N.Y. Her passing left all who knew her deeply saddened. Suzanne was born on July 1, 1951, in New Rochelle N.Y., to the late Samuel Anderson and Marion Kirkpatrick. Suzanne grew up in New Rochelle and attended New Rochelle High School. She was an Administrative Assistant for most ...
