OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries - Dutchess County and Surrounding Areas
Sharon L. Pittman
Jul 9, 2025
Sharon "Tuffy" Pitman, 66 of Poughkeepsie, NY passed away at home on July 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Sharon was born on July 24, 1958, in Poughkeepsie, NY to the late Paul and Barbara Simmons. She enjoyed her work with others at The Grand at River Valley Nursing Home in Poughkeepsie. Sharon married Berry Pittman in 1973...
Calvin Epps
Jun 29, 2025
A Memorial Gathering will take place on Friday July 18, 2025 from 12pm to 1pm at the Joseph J. Darrow Sr. Funeral Home, 39 So. Hamilton Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
Jermaine E. Spraggins
Jun 18, 2025
Jermaine E. Spraggins, 45 of Poughkeepsie, NY passed away at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie on June 18, 2025. Born on January 23, 1980, in the Bronx, NY he was the son of Elbert Spraggins and Joandell Spraggins. Jermaine was a Highschool graduate and employed by Greystone Program Inc. for 11 years. On August 27, 2021, in the...
John M. Flowers, Jr.
Jun 11, 2025
John M. Flowers Jr., born on February 26, 1969, in the City of Poughkeepsie, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 56. A graduate of Poughkeepsie High School, John was the beloved son of community advocate John M. Flowers Sr. and Glenda M. Flowers of Poughkeepsie. He is survived by his loving son, Justin D. Flowers of Texas; his...
Shirley A. Riggins
Apr 24, 2025
Our beloved Shirley Ann Riggins departed this life to take her eternal rest on Thursday April 24th 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. Shirley was born on March 3, 1946 in Whittakers North Carolina to the late Fannie Bunn and Fletcher Battle. The family relocated to Poughkeepsie NY in 1962 where she attended Poughkeepsie City Schools. Shirley later met...
Anita Lester
Apr 15, 2025
Anita Lester Obituary: Anita Lester died peacefully on Tuesday morning, April 15, 2025. Anita was born on March 10, 1928, in the Bronx, New York. She moved with her parents to Monticello, NY as a teenager. She was the youngest of three children to Hyman and Rose Schaffer. Anita met the love of her life, Edwin "Skip" Lester as...
Roosevelt Hargrove
Apr 11, 2025
Roosevelt "Pugga" Hargrove, 69, a beloved resident of the City of Poughkeepsie, passed away on April 11, 2025. He was born on September 13, 1955, in Jersey City,  New Jersey. Roosevelt was known for his unwavering presence at Narcotic Anonymous meetings, where he offered support and found strength. He also endeared himself to those in his apartment building community...
Lillian A. Buckley
Apr 5, 2025
At 8:02 PM on January 16, 1928, Lillian joined the family circle as the last child of 7 born to Charles Carl Goebel & Viola Amy Slocum Goebel. It was a home full of busyness and a rollercoaster ride of activities. Learning how to make your voice heard when your three older brothers join the Army - making friends...
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