Ella Mae Holland
Jul 30, 2025
Mother Ella Mae Holland, 91, of Poughkeepsie, New York, transitioned peacefully on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Vassar Brothers Hospital surrounded by friends and family. She was born in Sylvester, Georgia on March 6, 1934, to the late AJ Patterson Sr. and Charity Rockwell. She was a member of the Church of the Living God United serving on the...
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...
Sherman P. Haight, Jr
Jul 7, 2025
Sherman P. Haight Jr., 65, of Hyde Park, NY, formerly a resident of Glenham, NY and Beacon, NY passed away July 7th, 2025 at Vassar Brothers Hospital in Poughkeepsie, NY. Born on December 23rd, 1959, in Beacon, NY. He was the son of the late Sherman P. Haight Sr. and Helena T Bushnell-Haight. He was predeceased by his 2...
Ronald "Pops" Edward Mima Sr.
Jul 1, 2025
Ronald Edward Mima Sr. was born on July 1, 1955, in Rhinebeck, New York, to the late Everett Sr. and Olive Mima. He departed this life peacefully on his 70th birthday. Ronald also known to family and friends as Ron, Ronnie or Pops served proudly in the United States Marine Corps. He later provided years of service at St....
Robert Ernest Williams
Jun 30, 2025
Robert E. Williams Jr., of Poughkeepsie, NY passed away on June 30, 2025, at Vassar Brothers Medical Center. Robert was born on May 21, 1941, in Commack, New York, to the late Robert Williams and Mary Noble Williams. Robert was known for his loving and caring spirit. He touched the lives of many with his kindness, generosity, and warm...
Calvin Epps
Jun 29, 2025
Calvin R. Epps, 65, passed away on Sunday June 29. Born on May 17, 1960, to the late Leonard Epps and Dorothy Johnson (Butler) in Claxton, Georgia. Besides his parents he was predeceased by a loving stepfather Albert Butler Sr, 1 daughter Aaliyah Morgan, his brother James Epps, 4 uncles and 3 nephews. He leaves behind to cherish fond...
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...
Sandra Saddlemire
Apr 27, 2025
Sandra (Dibble) Saddlemire passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025. She was the daughter of Herman B. and Marion B. Dibble (both deceased) and was born a true fighter at just 2 lbs 3 oz on July 1, 1936. She married Richard Francis Saddlemire (deceased) and went on to have six children, Nancy Roebke, David Saddlemire, June Pletzer, Arlene...
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...
David Sobotko
Feb 24, 2025
David Sobotko, a beloved father, husband, son, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend passed away on February 24, 2025 at the age of 63. The world is dimmer without his warmth, humor, love, and smile.
David was born and raised in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, and held many fond memories of his Brooklyn childhood. He spent his summers at...
Theresa Drino
Feb 7, 2025
Theresa Drino, 68 of Pleasant Valley, NY passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on Friday February 7, 2025. Born in Yonkers, NY on September 25, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Charles Nolan and Irene Hickey. Theresa was a graduate of Roy C. Ketcham High School in Wappingers Falls, NY class...
Marlene Lattery
Jan 26, 2025
PLEASE NOTE MARLENE PASSED AWAY ON JUNE 27, 2024. HER ASHES WILL BE BURIED WITH HER HUSBAND CARLTON LATTERY ON 2/7/25 SEE HIS OBITUARY FOR DETAILS
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Marlene Movita Lattery. Born to Sylvia Smith and Verley Hansen on November 11th, 1939 in St. Catherine, Jamaica, Marlene grew to...
Carlton Winston Lattery
Jan 26, 2025
The Latterys, regretfully announce the passing of their beloved, Carlton Winston Lattery, 81. Born to Benjamin Lattery & Anita Linton on January 21, 1944 in Kingston, Jamaica. Growing up in Jamaica was hard. Carlton for go higher education for work experience. He learned how to repair and make shoes, working with a cobbler. He also learned the fine art...
Charlotte (Charlie) L. Miranda (Rinaldi)
Jan 17, 2025
Our beloved Charlotte (Charlie) L. Miranda (Rinaldi), of Poughkeepsie New York, passed away on January 17, 2025, at Vassar Brother's Medical Center in Poughkeepsie surrounded by her loving family. Charlotte was born on July 25, 1946, to the late Wilson and Dorothy (Lovelace) Robinson in Poughkeepsie New York. Charlotte called Poughkeepsie her home all her life and spent many...
Rahean Johnson
Dec 23, 2024
Rahean "Hean" Johnson, age 44 resident of Poughkeepsie NY passed away unexpectedly Monday December 23, 2024 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center.  Rahean "Hean" Johnson was born to the late Roxanne "Rocky" Johnson and Tracy Lee Faircloth Sr. He grew up in Poughkeepsie NY and attended Poughkeepsie City school where he received his high school diploma and continued his education...
