1942 - 2026 OBITUARY: pending family's completion . . . . PRIVATE INTERMENT: ( at a later date, convenient of her family ) Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery - Community Mausoleum 342 South Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY MEMORIAL DONATIONS: Her Family wishes for memorial donations to be made in memory of Avis

1935 - 2026 OBITUARY: Marion M. Terralavoro, 91, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026 at the Renaissance Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Staatsburg, NY. Born and raised in Beacon, NY; Marion was the beloved daughter of Grace and Joseph Angelo. On September 9, 1954, she married the love of her life, Alfred “Alfie” Terralavoro. They shared 25 wonderful years together until Alfie’s passing. Marion is survived by her daughter, Debra (husband Keith) of Harwich, MA, and

1957 - 2026 OBITUARY: Ellen Louise (White) McSpedon passed away unexpectedly, Friday October 2, 2026 at Vassar Hospital, with her children by her side. After beating cancer earlier this year, a ruptured aortic dissection led her back to her husband and family in heaven. As her daughter might say, she died of “a broken heart” at age 69. She was born May 8, 1957 in Manhattan NY, grew up Glenham NY, graduating from Beacon High School. After marrying her beloved husband George

1932 - 2026 OBITUARY: Thomas B. Liguori, a longtime resident of Wappingers Falls, NY and Delray Beach, FL, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026 in Boynton Beach, FL at the age of 94. He was born on April 17, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY, son of the late Gaetano (Tom) and Erika (née Fuchs) Liguori. He attended Brooklyn Tech High School. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Brooklyn College and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from The City University of New York.

1951 - 2026 OBITUARY: We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved dharma sister Lama Ani Dechi Palmo, (born, Elizabeth Jane Madill). Ordained as a nun in 1982 by Dorje Chang Kalu Rinpoche, Ani Dechi was one of the original residents of Kagyu Thubten Choling, helping to build the monastery and retreat facilities, and completing the first cycle of the three-year retreat. She was an enthusiastic practitioner of the Nyungne purification practice, completing over

1949 - 2026 OBITUARY: William A. Harbolic Jr., a longtime resident of Wappingers Falls and Fishkill, and formerly of Peekskill, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at the age of 77. Affectionately known to family and friends as “Billy” or “Bud”—and to his friends from the firehouse as “Slick”—he was born in Verplanck, NY, on June 22, 1949, the son of the late William A. Harbolic Sr. and Marion (Cronk) Harbolic. Billy married his beloved wife, Patricia

1944 - 2026 OBITUARY: Agnes E. Scozzafava, a longtime resident of Wappingers Falls, NY, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by the love of her family on September 26, 2026; at the age of 82. She was born in Peekskill, NY on March 28, 1944, daughter of the late Peter & Mary (nee Wassily) Nolan. Agnes attended and graduated from Hendrick Hudson High School in Buchanan, NY; class of 1962. On December 2, 1967 at St. Patrick’s Church in Verplanck, NY, she married the lov

1940 - 2026 OBITUARY: Wayne J. Wieber, 86, passed away on September 21, 2026, at the VA Hudson Valley Healthcare Medical Center – Castle Point Campus in Wappingers Falls, NY, where he received exceptional care. Wayne was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps; where he was awarded various medals, including a Purple Heart. He was also 50-year life member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 15. He also studied architecture and built a distinguishe

1939 - 2026 OBITUARY: Joan B. Collins, born February 7, 1939, in Hackensack, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at home on September 18, 2026. Joan was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Collins; her mother, Jennie Collins; and her sister, Mary Ficken. She is survived by her loving daughter, Karen L. Dennis; her son-in-law, Hassan J. Dennis Sr.; and her five grandchildren, Aaron Dennis, Janay Dennis, Hassan Dennis II, Jamal Dennis, and Janelle Dennis. She also leaves beh

1977 - 2026 OBITUARY: Robert Ruiz, age 49, passed away peacefully at his home on September 14, 2026. Born in the Bronx on April 12, 1977, Robert was the beloved son of Roberto Ruiz and Migdalia Della Rocca. Rob was a man who left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him. He had a great personality, a generous spirit, and a heart that was bigger than words could describe. He was someone who loved deeply, gave freely, and was always willing to lend a helpin

1961 - 2026 OBITUARY: Edward Joseph Mulcahey, known by all as ‘Joe Mulcahey’, a longtime Wappingers Falls resident, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY; at the age of 65. He was born on January 3, 1961 in Champaign, Illinois, son of the late Ed Mulcahey and the late Judy J. (nee Davis) Bird. Joe was raised lovingly by his Dad William Bird who married Judy when Joe was very young. Joe attended Wappingers Central Scho

1947 - 2026 OBITUARY: Elizabeth Anne Jordan, affectionately known by her family and friends as ‘Liz / Betty’, passed away on August 27, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. She was born to William and Lillian Humphries on May 25, 1947 in Queens, NY. Elizabeth graduated from John Adams High School and SUNY New Paltz. She worked as an admissions counselor at Dutchess Community College in Poughkeepsie, NY; for over 30 years, where she also taught courses and led countless clu

1967 - 2026 OBITUARY: Alan Piciacchio, 59, of Fishkill, NY, formerly of Farrell, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Alan was born January 3, 1967, in Sharon, PA to Isadore and Irene (Yevchak) Piciacchio. He was a 1985 graduate of Farrell High School and was Class President and Valedictorian. Following high school, he attended Penn State University earning a BS and MS in Ceramic Science and Engineering and remained a proud Nittany Lion. While in colle

1931 - 2026 OBITUARY: Yarmouth Port, MA - Joan P. Moruzzi, 94, passed away peacefully at home on August 27th, surrounded by her loving family. Joan was born on November 2, 1931, in Wappingers Falls, the daughter of Mario and Emilia Paggi. Some people measure a life by years. Others measure it by accomplishments. Those who knew Joan Elizabeth Paggi Moruzzi know her life was measured by something far more enduring—faith, family, kindness, and love. Born during the Great Depre

1939 - 2026 OBITUARY: Eleanor De Gori, 86, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026, surrounded by family. Born to Bruno De Gori and Maria Grazia Russomanno, she was fiercely proud of her Italian roots in Cardinale, Calabria. Eleanor dedicated many years of hard work to General Motors, beginning at the Tarrytown, NY, plant before relocating to Youngstown, Ohio, where she eventually retired. Throughout her life, she was guided by deep faith, wonderful food, and devotion to fa

1949 - 2026 GRAVESIDE SERVICE: St. Mary Parish Cemetery 19 Clinton Street, Wappingers Falls, NY PRIVATE INTERMENT: St. Mary's Cemetery 19 Clinton Street, Wappingers Falls, NY

1934 - 2026 OBITUARY: Jeanne Doris Marcojohn, a longtime Wappingers Falls resident, passed away peacefully at Vassar Brother Medical Center in Poughkeepsie on August 21, 2026; at the age of 92. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on March 27, 1934, daughter of the late Alfred and Evelyn (nee King) Montegari. Jeanne worked for many years lab technician specialist at the IBM plant in East Fishkill, NY; until she retired. Jeanne was a longtime member of the Dutchess County Pistol Assoc

1955 - 2026 OBITUARY: Dr. David V. DiMarco, a life-long resident of Wappingers Falls, NY, died suddenly at his home on August 19, 2026 at the age of 71. He was born in Poughkeepsie, NY on February 23, 1955, son of the late Henry A. & Dolores L. DiMarco. He attended St. Mary’s School in Wappingers Falls and graduated from Our Lady of Lourdes High School in Poughkeepsie, class of 1973. He later went on to Union College and the University of Padua in Italy, ultimately graduating

1936 - 2026 OBITUARY: Calvin M. Lawrence, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, veteran, community leader, and friend, passed away on August 11, 2026, at the age of 90. Calvin was born at home on June 10, 1936. He dedicated his long and fulfilling life to his family, his country, his work, and the community he loved. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1955 to 1959, serving aboard the USS Hyman (DD-732). His years in the Navy remained an im

1935 - 2026 OBITUARY: Virginia M. Holtman, a long-time Poughkeepsie resident, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2026, at the age of 91. Born on April 11, 1935, in Flushing, Queens, New York, she was the daughter of the late James and Miriam (Lanigan) Dullahan. On August 16, 1956, Virginia married the love of her life, Louis S. Holtman, at St. Andrew Avellino Catholic Church in Flushing. She was predeceased by her husband after sharing 56 wonderful years of marriage. Virgini

1928 - 2026 OBITUARY: Josephine McCullough, a longtime Highland Falls resident and formerly of Brooklyn, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026; at the age of 98. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on March 19, 1928, daughter of the late Raymundo and Maria Louisa (Rios) Diaz. She loved her crafts of crocheting and painting. Josephine was predeceased by her beloved husband, William J. McCullough Jr., on August 1, 2018. She was also predeceased by her son Thomas McCullough and her

1964 - 2026 OBITUARY: The family of Deborah Anne Sylvester (nee Consiglio), 61, is saddened to announce her sudden transition to heaven on July 27, 2026. Debbie was born on July 30, 1964, to Elizabeth (Day) and Louis Consiglio. Debbie earned a Bachelor’s Degree in chemical engineering from Marist College and was proud to work as a chemical engineer at IBM, where she was employed for more than 30 years. Debbie was compassionate and selfless, strong and sharp. Debbie had a rema

1967 - 2026 OBITUARY: Lisa Marie Megna, a longtime Beacon resident, passed away at the Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital in Newburgh, NY; at the age 59. She was born in Cold Spring, NY on March 17, 1967, daughter of Carol J. (Ferrara) and the late Paul J. Megna. She attended Beacon City Schools and graduated from Beacon High School. Lisa went onto attend Mount Saint Mary College in 1994, and Adelphi University in 1995. Lisa worked for Dutchess County Community and Famil

1936 - 2026 OBITUARY: Jane Agfalvi, a resident of Poughkeepsie and formerly of Schenectady, NY, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on July 14, 2026; at the age of 90. She was born on January 5, 1936 in Poland, daughter of the late Ignacy Pawlak (her father) and Bronislawa Pietrasek (her mother). Jane immigrated to the United States in 1951, and became a naturalized citizen in 1956; early on she worked for United Baking in Schenectady. Later on she wor