OBITUARIES

May 12, 2021

Sheldon Eugene Dawson, 61, passed away on May 12, 2021 after a massive heart attack. Sheldon was born and raised in Kingston, New York. He was a jack of all trades, (Electronics) was a plus for him, anything broken he could fix it. Sheldon loved music, distant lover being his favorite. Sheldon was one of the many children born to...

May 11, 2021

May 10, 2021

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May 9, 2021

Barbara Marie Cism Karaffa, 92, formerly of Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, and Stone Ridge, New York passed away May 9, 2021, surrounded by family in New Paltz, New York. Barbara was born in Beacon, New York on July 14, 1928, she was the daughter of Franklin Pierce and Lillian Lawson Cism. She was raised in Beacon and graduated from Beacon...

May 7, 2021

Lee ne Leonidas Konjas, 86, died Friday May 7th at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born in Skoura, Greece and at the age of 14, was sent to live with relatives in Kingston, along with his sister, to escape the Greek civil war. Lee was the former owner of several business in Kingston, including the...

May 6, 2021

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May 5, 2021

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May 1, 2021

Salvatore M. Conti, 94, of Hurley, NY, passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at the Ten Broeck Center in Lake Katrine, NY. He was born on March 8, 1927 in Brooklyn, NY, son of the late Filippo and Sebastiana (Bosco) Conti. He is survived by his wife, Connie (Milidantri) Conti, his children, Richard Conti and his wife...

Apr 28, 2021

Gloria Irene Brodhead, 87, of Woodstock, NY passed away on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at Kingston Hospital. She was born on April 14, 1934 in Kingston, NY and was the daughter of the late George and Ula (Brown) Schleede. Gloria was married on November 23, 1959 to Nelson Brodhead, Jr. After graduating Kingston High School, Gloria worked for...

Apr 28, 2021

Francesco “Frank” Altomare, 87, of Kingston died Wednesday April 28, 2021 at Ten Broeck Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing in Lake Katrine. Born in Rogliano, Cosenza, Italy he was the son of the late Pietro & Santa Garofalo Altomare. With the help and encouragement of brother Nicholas Altomare, Francesco immigrated from Italy in 1972 in search of a better life...

Apr 27, 2021

Michael J. Gutierrez, 55, of Woodstock, NY, passed away Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at home in Woodstock, NY. He was born November 12, 1965 in Huntington, NY. He was a Life Member of the West Hurley Fire department where he served for 38 years, currently holding the position of Assistant Chief of Fire Police. All who knew Michael,...

Apr 25, 2021

Atilano Pablo Gamez-Avila, 84, Port Ewen, NY, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at home. He was born on August 10, 1936 in Havana, Cuba and was the son of the late Atilano Gregorio P. Gamez Rodriguez and Santa Avila Arteaga. He is survived by his children Nicole, Oscar, and Atilano Gamez. Arrangements entrusted to Keyser Funeral...

Apr 23, 2021

Leonora "Nora" Carnright, 82, of Kingston, NY, formerly of Zena, passed on Friday, April 23, 2021 at Ten Broeck Commons in Lake Katrine, New York. She was born on August 15, 1938 in New York City and was daughter of the late Henry and Edna May. Nora was the wife of Malcolm Carnright, they wed on August 15,...

Apr 23, 2021

Benjamin B. Whitcomb, III, 72, passed away after a long illness on Friday, April 23, 2021. His family is grateful for the excellent care he received at HealthAlliance Hospital Broadway Campus. Born in Hartford, CT, he was a son of the late Benjamin & Margaret Pike Whitcomb. Benjamin is survived by his wife Lisa Whitcomb, and two daughters, Rose &...

Apr 22, 2021

Sylvia Fay, 85, of Kingston, died Thursday, April 22, 2021 at HealthAlliance Hospital Broadway Campus. Born in Kingston, she was a daughter of the late Clement & Macel Goldman Smith. Sylvia was the May Queen of Kingston High School in 1954. She was also a cheerleader, baton twirler and met her future husband Robert in school. Sylvia was a parishioner...

Apr 22, 2021

Donald G. Feistamel, 79, of Saugerties, died at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Born in Chicago, IL, he was the son of the late George & Anne Bradley Feistamel. Don is survived by his wife of 51 years, Theresa Jane Feistamel of Saugerties, four brothers, Dale Feistamel and his wife, Linda of Georgia, Douglas...

Apr 21, 2021

Jean M. Swanson, 94, of Kingston, NY, passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2021. She was born in Kingston, NY, daughter of the Percy and Mildred (Steward) Jennings. Jean was married to Ardell E. Swanson on March 11, 1945. Ardell passed away in 2013. She was a Kingston High School Graduate, Class of 1944. Jean is survived by her...

Apr 21, 2021

James E. G. Haywood, Sr. March 19, 1937 - April 21, 2021 James passed away at the age of 84 at Northern Dutchess Hospital in Rhinebeck, NY on April 21, 2021. Born to Henry and Irma Haywood in Queens on March 19, 1937; he was a life-long resident of New York. James was a service technician for boiler...

Apr 20, 2021

John Gustave Hansen, 79, of Olivebridge, NY, passed away Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at home. He was born January 31, 1942 in Staten Island, NY, son of the late Henry and Christine (Lunden) Hansen. John was married to the love of his life and spouse of 53 years, Bruni (Cruz) Hansen. John was a graduate of Port Richmond...

Apr 19, 2021

Shirley Volin, 98, of New Paltz, died at home on Monday, April 19, 2021 surrounded by her loving daughters and dedicated caregivers. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin Friedman & Betty Soltoff. Shirley divided her life between being a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, and her work as a psychotherapist....