Gene Thomas Berkowitz, 66, of Hyde Park, NY, entered into rest on Thursday, March 28, 2019, at River Valley Rehabilitation Center in Poughkeepsie after a courageous battle with cancer.  Born on March 9, 1953 in Manhattan, NY, he was the son of the late Philip and Marjorie Berkowitz. Gene was a graduate of Commack North High School, and Polytechnic University, earning a Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering. He was employed at IBM for over 30 years; prior to which, he was a master mechanic. He was an avid motorcyclist, photographer, and Scuba Diver. He loved building and flying model planes, was an outdoorsman, and enjoyed everything mechanical. He was also a charter member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics, and National Association of Amateur Radio.

Gene leaves behind his son, Jason Berkowitz of Hyde Park. He is also survived by his 3 brothers; Bruce Berkowitz of Hyde Park, Paul Berkowitz and his wife Priscilla of Wappingers Falls, and Robert Berkowitz, Anderson SC.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday April 6th, 3-5PM at Joseph J. Darrow Sr. Funeral Home, 39 S. Hamilton St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. 845-452-1840. To send online condolences, please visit www.darrowfuneralhome.org