Poughkeepsie Journal

Jacqueline Elizabeth LaPine, 88, of Hagerstown, passed away peacefully, Saturday, September 18, 2021 at her home surrounded by loving family. Born on April 1, 1933 in Mooers Forks, NY, she was the daughter of the late Leona (Vancour) and Robert Bassford. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 55 years, Henry Neil LaPine, and would have celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary on the day of her passing, and her sister, Joyce New. Jacqueline worked as a caregiver, having cared for the sick and elderly. She is survived by six children; Ricky LaPine of Myrtle Beach, SC; Bonnie Tinsley of Vanceboro, NC; Shannon Efantes of Summerville, SC; Shawn LaPine of...

of St. Petersburg, FL., passed away September 10, 2021. James D. Tripp was born in Watertown, NY on December 10th, 1930, the son of Charles Wesson Tripp and Vera Carpenter Tripp. He was predeceased by his sister Mary Alice Tripp in 1941. The family settled in Millbrook NY in a home they had built in 1933 and in which he grew up. During his years in Millbrook he was an active member of Grace Episcopal Church where he sang in the choir. He graduated from Thorne Memorial High School in Millbrook in 1958 and attended Ithaca College and graduated with a degree in Music. He also received a Master of Fine Arts from Stoney - Brook University. He Married Joan Bates in 1952, his...

Antoinette Theresa Knight, 86, of Concord went to her eternal rest with the Lord on September 6, 2021. She was born on October 14, 1934 in Beacon, NY to the late John and Raffaela Yanarella. She was married to Lloyd Knight, the love of her life, from April 18, 1954 until his promotion to Heaven on April 2, 2019. Antoinette had a long and busy career as a mom of six children and also as a medical office administrator. She and Lloyd and their children lived in NY, VT, VA and NC until their retirement, at which time they relocated to Cape Canaveral, FL, and then ultimately back to Concord, NC to be near many of their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Antoinette is survived by...

Martha Collette Mead, 67, passed away on July 31st in her home in Myrtle Beach, SC, after a fifteen month long battle with brain cancer. She was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, where she met the love of her life, Raymond Mead, at the age of sixteen. Martha was a dance major at Adelphi University, with the ambition and talent to become a professional ballerina until an injury sidelined those dreams. But as with most things in Martha's life, she didn't let that stop her from doing what she loved. In 1972 she began teaching dance to children, and in doing so, discovered her profound love and talent for helping other people. If she could teach kids to dance, perhaps she could help other...

Charles Michael Rascoll died July 29, 2021, at Bridge Haven Memory Care in Lawrence, Kansas. He was born Aug. 8, 1950, in Oceanside, NY, to Doris Meyer and Thomas Rascoll. He grew up on Long Island and graduated from Baldwin, NY High School. Charlie attended several universities, most notably Kent State, where he was an anti-Vietnam War activist. He worked in restaurants from an early age and was a self-taught chef. At the age of 21, he opened his first restaurant, Top of the Falls, in High Falls, NY. In 1985, after several months of exploring and absorbing the foods and cultures of Europe, he returned to the Hudson Valley and became a Chef/Instructor at the Culinary Institute of America in...

Sandra L. Owen, 73, of Murrells Inlet, SC (formerly of Kingston, NY), died peacefully at home surrounded by family on July 26th, 2021, one day after celebrating her 34th wedding anniversary. A loving wife, mother, grandmother & sister, dear friend and life-long learner and mentor, she brought love, compassion, and happiness to many lives. Sandra leaves behind husband Stephen Fardig, Murrells Inlet, SC; daughter and son-in-law Elinora and Assad Bokhari and granddaughter Esm? Lee, Ferndale, MI; sisters Barbara Novak, Little River, SC and Donna Owen, Riverview, FL; and many extended family members and friends. Sandra Lee Owen was born on July 10th, 1948 in Poughkeepsie, NY to the late...

Demetrios "Jim" Balderes, 87, devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2021. He was born in Athens, Greece on September 26, 1933, moved to New York in 1946, and retired to Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida in 2005. Jim graduated from Samuel Gompers Industrial High School in the Bronx, N.Y. in 1952 and then proudly served our country in the US Army during the Korean conflict. He attended the University of Vermont where he met MaryAnn, his beloved wife of 63 years, and graduated with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering in 1958. Employed by IBM in the Poughkeepsie, N.Y. area for 25 years, he earned the title of Senior Technical Staff Member and six US patents for...

John F. Cole, Jr. - age 64. If you're reading this, my waterloo sunset has arrived on Monday June 14, 2021 after a battle with cancer. Maybe I will meet up with Kitty & Rosalita. I was born in Poughkeepsie, New York to the late John, Sr. & Johanna Lund Cole on Monday November 3, 1956. I am leaving behind my two lives in Conway, South Carolina. My loving son, Jeremy and my loyal dog, Clowney. In New York, I'm leaving my strong, caring sister, Sharon and her three fantastic children, Anthony, Devyn & Taylor; as well as my two extended families, The Curvans & the Wajda's. I have also met many amazing friends over the years- you all will be missed. Over my life time, I always...

ZATLUKAL - James Michael. Born August 4, 1932, deceased May 19, 2021 in Wildwood, FL. Born and raised in Buffalo, NY, long-time resident of the Hudson Valley and recent resident of The Villages, FL. After graduating from Buffalo State and serving in the U.S. Army, James enjoyed a life-long career of over fifty years as a teacher, college professor, and school district administrator teaching others to endure life's trials and blessings with grace, good spirit and faith. Loving father of five children and grandfather of nine, James was a gifted, creative religious-themed artist and published author. He is predeceased by his wife Mary Ann and is survived by his loving children Michael, David,...

Robert Wallace Coombs, affectionately known as Bobby, Beeber, and Uncle Boobie, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, March 23rd, 2021. Bobby was born April 6, 1976 in Poughkeepsie, NY, where he resided most of this life. Two years ago, he decided to join his Mother and Sister in Madeira Beach, FL, where he soon became the "King of Mad Beach". Bobby is survived by his beloved mother, Deborah Corrado and step father, Carmen Corrado of Madeira Beach, FL; his sister, Cheryl Coombs-Farfan and brother-in-law, Andres Farfan and nephews; Sebastian, Santino and Savian of Largo, FL; his father, Robert Coombs, and step mother Lori Coombs of Newburgh, NY; half- brothers Taylor and Brandon Coombs, both of...

Franklyn C. Murphy, Jr., 75, passed away March 3, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Poughkeepsie, NY, he was the son of the late Franklyn C. Murphy, Sr. and Mae A. Staber. He was the husband of the late Darlene Murphy. Franklyn spent his childhood in Hyde Park, NY and following high school graduation, he proudly enlisted in the US Air Force. His career with IBM began after his Honorable release from Active Duty in 1967. Franklyn eventually retired as an Account Specialist on February 28, 1996 after over 30 years as a dedicated employee. Throughout his career, he also spent numerous hours as a volunteer with the Highland Hose Fire Department, Company 1 in...

George F. Beckmann, 85, of The Villages, FL and formally of Rhinebeck, NY and Salt Point, NY passed away February 14, 2021. George was born on May 7, 1935, He was the son of the late Harry and Mary (Friedrichsen) Beckmann. George was a 1953 graduate of Roosevelt High School and 1955 graduate of Westchester Community College. George proudly served his country in the US Navy from 1957 to 1959. For his participation he received the Armed Forces expeditionary medal and a bronze star. George was employed 28 years at IBM East Fishkill as a Quality Control Technician and Manufacturing Engineer. Following IBM, George drove a bus for the sports activities for the Rhinebeck school district. George...

Jean Louise Walker, 88, formerly of Poughkeepsie, NY, was born in Bay City, MI, on January 17, 1933. Surrounded by all of her children at her home in Ijamsville, MD, she peacefully went to her heavenly home on February 13, 2021. The daughter of Edward Albert Whitbrodt and Lena Catherine Fischer, Jean married the love of her life, David Walker, Jr., on October 18, 1952. David preceded her in death in 1997. Jean and David are the beloved parents of Debra (Harold Green, deceased), Linda (Mike Kroeger), Paul (Penny Navarro, deceased), and Glenn (Robin Young). Their grandchildren are Stephanie and Sabrina Green; Tess (Jesse Carter), Nell (Tanner Wilson), and Kitt Kroeger; Kris Navarro; and...

February 03, 2021, Dr. Michele Kathleen (Ahearn) Halstead D.V.M. Passed away surrounded by her family and beloved animals after a nearly three year battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She fought courageously, continuously and at peace with her medical decisions, living as fully as possible, riding her bike, hiking, beekeeping and gardening during this time. She practiced in Upstate New York before moving to Tennessee where she continued her career and made a loving home for her family. Preceded by parents Jean (Behan) and John (Jack) Ahearn of Wappinger's Falls, NY; brother John Ahearn, Laura Halstead and infant children. Survived by husband Peter (Dave) Halstead, son Sean (Moose) Halstead and...

Jeanette Elaine Goodrich Burnett, the loving mother of five children, a psychiatric social worker and a longtime community volunteer, died Saturday, January 23, 2021, at her Ashlar Village residence in Wallingford, Conn. She was 94. Jeanette, who was known by family and friends as "Jan," lived most of her life in Hyde Park, N.Y., with her beloved husband of 64 years, Bruce B. Burnett Sr., who passed away in December 2014. Born in Albany, N.Y., to Olive Dillenbeck Goodrich and Dana Clement Goodrich, Jan attended Albany-area schools with her younger brother, Dana Jr., whom she adored. Both Dana and his wife, Betty, predeceased her. Jan attended Russell Sage College in Troy, N.Y., where she met...

Margaret P. Burckhard, "Peg", formerly of Poughkeepsie, NY, passed away peacefully on January 18th at the age of 71 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was born October 26th, 1949 in Johnson City NY to Daniel and Mary Meredith. Peg was a loving wife, mother, sister and friend. She was predeceased by her husband Gerard "Jerry" Burckhard Sr., her son Gerard "Jerry" Burckhard Jr., and her sister Jeanette Feduke. Peg is survived by her son and daughter in-law, Brian and Dana Burckhard, her two granddaughters, Kaitlyn and Natalie as well as her sisters Beverly Buccino (Vito), Nancy Snyder, Shirley Scanlon (Joe) and her brother Daniel Meredith. Peg was a loving wife and mother who...

Doris K. Adams, 95, of Poughkeepsie, NY, passed away at her home in South Carolina on January 15th, 2021. Originally from Dansville, NY, Doris was the daughter of Dr. Simon and Edith King and the widow of Poughkeepsie businessman, Ralph R. Adams, of Adams Fairacre Farms, whom she met attending Cornell University. Doris and Ralph were married on November 20th, 1948 and celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary before Ralph's passing in 2014. Doris majored in the study of languages at Cornell and went on to teach Spanish at the high school level. After raising four children, and returning to school to earn her Master's Degree from Fordham University, Doris worked as a social worker in the...

Charles J. Reinhardt, 82 of Fishkill, New York was born in Bayonne, New Jersey in 1938. He passed away on January 12, 2021 surrounded by family in Cumming, Georgia, and is now at peace with his Heavenly Father. Charlie served in the Army and earned the rank of Sargent. He was a well-respected instructor whose students took to easily due to his warm personality and patience. Always believing in the importance of education, he worked numerous jobs to pursue his dream of earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Newark College of Engineering (now NJIT). Charlie spent 25 years at IBM as a mechanical engineer and was recognized with numerous awards. Charlie met Mary McCloskey in 1962....

Charles H Turner, 81, of Spring Hill, FL passed away on January 8th, 2021. He was born in West. Nyack, New York on July 11th, 1939. He was married to Helene Turner till her passing. Charlie worked as a Butcher for Winn Dixie. He was also a Volunteer Fireman in New York, he was also with Spring Hill Fire & Rescue. Charlie was also a member of the Moose Lodge. Charlie is survived by Charlene Robinson, Paul Turner, Stephen Turner, and Vickie Turner. He is also survived by his grandchildren Charlie, Staci, Vickie, Regina, Kristen, Heather, Courtney, Nicole and Matthew. As well as several Great Grandchildren. Charlie is predeceased by his wife Helene as well as his son Gregory, who...

Margaret (Maggie) Holley Hunt passed away on 1/7/21 at the home of her daughter with family by her side after a lengthy battle with cancer. Maggie was born on 5/27/36 in Sharon, CT to Elizabeth and Marshall McLane. She was a proud Raggie from Mount Riga in Salisbury CT where the family resided. The family had many hard times and the siblings found strength in each other. Maggie graduated from Housatonic Valley Regional High School. She married Howard Hunt and together they raised their children in Fishkill NY. Later in life, they became snowbirds, spending winters in Port Orange Florida. Maggie and Howie were always up for a good time. She took every opportunity to travel, attend plays...

LANCASTER, SC ~ Roberta Jean (Eaglesham) Schueren, 85, of Fort Mill, SC (formerly of Wappingers Falls, NY) passed away December 31, 2020, after a brief battle with Covid-19. Roberta was born and raised in Kearny, NJ. She was the daughter of the late John Eaglesham and late Sarah (O'Brien McDougall) Eaglesham and was the wife of the late George Schueren. Roberta was a devoted wife, loving mother, and in later years held her favorite title...Grandma. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, George; and her brother John 'Jack' Eaglesham. Roberta is survived by three sons, Paul Schueren (Maryann), Mark Schueren (Donna), and John Schueren (Tracie); one daughter, Laura Schueren...