OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries - Dutchess County and Surrounding Areas

Dr. Richard V. Barry

Dr. Richard V. Barry

Nov 3, 2025

Dr. Richard V. Barry, 89 of New Paltz, NY passed away peacefully on 11/03/2025 at the Woodland Pond at New Paltz, SNF.  Dr. Richard V. Barry occupied many roles in a long career in education: high school English teacher, multi-department supervisor, principal, district director of education. A Phi Beta Kappa, magna cum laude graduate of New York University where...

James W. Mallory

James W. Mallory

Sep 30, 2025

James W. Mallory was born on May 17, 1955 in Poughkeepsie, NY to Kenneth and Lucille Mallory.  He left this earth on September 30, 2025.  He was preceded by three brothers, Russell, Kenneth and David Mallory and three sisters Barbara Robinson, Janet Mallory and Gloria Mallory.  He is survived by his sister Darlene Mallory of Hyde Park, NY.  James...

David Lee Keith

David Lee Keith

Sep 16, 2025

David Lee Keith, 72 of Poughkeepsie, NY passed away at Vassar Brothers Medical Center on September 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.  David was the son of Herman and Margaret Keith.  Besides his parents he was predeceased by his wife Pamela Keith Gunn and his brother Herman Keith Jr. David is survived by his son David Lee Keith...

Rhonda Ann Taylor

Rhonda Ann Taylor

Sep 11, 2025

Rhonda Ann Taylor, 59 of Poughkeepsie, NY passed away on September 11, 2025, at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, NY.  Born on April 6, 1966, in Poughkeepsie, NY she was the daughter of Lorraine Perkins (Taylor).  Rhonda enjoyed bingo, uno, cash words, Mickey Mouse butterflies and doing her nails.  She enjoyed making jewelry and Indian head dresses, masquerade masks,...

Krystle Eginger

Krystle Eginger

Sep 9, 2025

Krystle L. Eginger, of Kingston, NY passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on September 9, 2025; at the age of 37. She was born on September 28, 1987 in Poughkeepsie, NY.   Krystle was a fur mama and loved her two dogs, Willow and Skeeter and her cat, Stewie. Krystle enjoyed volunteering her time, games nights, going on...

Sister Annette Leone

Sister Annette Leone

Aug 11, 2025

On August 11, 2025, Sister Annette Leone, at age 83 years old, passed away at Calvary Hospital in the Bronx , New York. Sister Annette Leone resided in Hyde Park , New York for almost 50 years of her life where she dedicated her life to the Lord and Jesus Christ at The Millennial Kingdom Family Church Inc., a...

Alex Peter Hogan

Alex Peter Hogan

Aug 9, 2025

It is with a heavy heart and great love that we announce the passing of Alex Peter Hogan, 28, of Cary, North Carolina, who was born on July 2, 1997, and passed away on August 9, 2025. Alex attended Apex High School and had a deep passion for working outdoors. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic,...

Nancy Mae Twyman

Nancy Mae Twyman

Aug 1, 2025

Nancy Mae Duncan Twyman, 81 of Poughkeepsie, NY passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, at her home in Poughkeepsie. She was the daughter of the late Thomas E. and Alberta Duncan.  She was employed at De Lavel, J.B. Burns and Red Cap Cleaners until her retirement.  Nancy was predeceased by her loving and devoted husband Robert "Bob" Twyman;...

Ella Mae Holland

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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...

Brenda Canada

Brenda Canada

Jun 10, 2025

Services are private and at the convenience of the family

Sandra Saddlemire

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

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

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...

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