Obituaries

Sep 1, 2021

Alvina C. Schmitt, 92, formerly of Sparrowbush, NY, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2021 at the Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility in Beacon, NY; where she has resided for the last three-years. She was born on March 10, 1929 in the Bronx, NY, daughter of the late Harold Francis & Elizabeth (Balzer) Thomas.

Alvina...

Aug 31, 2021

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Aug 26, 2021

Robert Lee Webber Jr., 51, longtime Beacon resident passed away suddenly on August 26, 2021 at his home. He was born in Peekskill, NY on July 11, 1970, son of Robert Lee Webber Sr. and the late Helen T. (Thornton) Warren.

Robert enjoyed spending time with his children & grandchildren; he also enjoyed fishing, cooking and writing...

Aug 21, 2021

Randy K. Lehr, 68, a resident of the Hedgewood Home for Adults in Beacon, and formerly of Mahopac, NY, passed away suddenly on August 21, 2021. He was born in Queens, NY on October 19, 1952, son of the late Herman & Lillian (Patiky) Lehr.

Though he had special needs, Randy did not allow his challenges to...

Aug 18, 2021

Barbara S. Scofield, 75, a longtime Beacon resident formerly of the Bronx, passed away on August 18, 2021 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY. She was born on June 20, 1946 in the Bronx, NY, daughter of the late Hans & Elise Gentsch.

Barbara is survived by her son Adam Clauson, and her two-stepchildren: Bridget...

Aug 17, 2021

Edeltraud “Edie” Myszczenko, 84, formerly of Fishkill, NY passed away peacefully at her son’s home in Wingdale, NY. She was born in Würzburg, Germany on June 4, 1937, daughter of the late Hans Wolf and Anna Maria Fries. Edie immigrated from Germany to the United States in 1954.

Edie worked for many years as private domestic caretaker,...

Aug 13, 2021

Julian Carmichael, 85, fondly known as ‘Clea’ to his family and friends, resided in Bronx, NY until he moved to Beacon in 1996. On Friday, August 13, 2021 he died at the Fishkill Center of Rehabilitation and Nursing. Julian was born in St. Michael, Barbados West Indies to Preston Hinds and Inez Carmichael.

Clea worked as an...

Aug 12, 2021

Leslie W. Blade, 84, a resident of the Green Briar Home in Millbrook, NY, passed away on August 12, 2021 at the Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY. He was born on October 7, 1936 in Bridgeport, CT, son of the late Benjamin Blade and Maude (Miller) Bradley.

Leslie served in the United States Army during...

Aug 12, 2021

Rev. Steven M. Cohen, 61, passed peacefully August 12, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born October 10, 1959 in New York, NY, son of the late Morton & Arline (Goldin) Cohen.

On November 4th, 1979, he made the decision to turn his will over to the care of God as he understood...

Aug 4, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Leonard Benjamin Brook. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 3, 2021

Helen Jean Umano, 92, a former resident of Beacon and recently of Poughkeepsie, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2021 at The Pines at Poughkeepsie Nursing Facility. She was born on December 29, 1928 in Jersey City, NJ, daughter of the late Edgar & Myrta (Dolson) Van Auken.

Helen acquired a Master’s Degree in Nursing, and worked...

Aug 2, 2021

Dianne Marie Pavelock, 74, a life-long resident of Beacon, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2021 at the Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Beacon, NY. She was born April 16, 1947 in Beacon, daughter of the late John & Carmela (Calaluca) Pavelock. She graduated from Beacon High School.

Dianne was a member of the St....

Jul 31, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Ileana (Nistor) Radulescu. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 31, 2021

Ronald R. Frost, Sr., 63, a life-long Beacon resident, passed away on July 31, 2021. He was born on November 24, 1957 in Beacon, son of the late Richard & Regina (Butler) Frost. He graduated from Beacon High School. On June 7, 1980, he married Lisa A. Werber, who survives him at home.

Ron was a retired...

Jul 31, 2021

Vera Scadura, 90, passed away peacefully at Eddy Residential Home, Slingerlands, NY on July 31, 2021.

Vera was born on March 18, 1931 in Beacon, NY, daughter of the late Michael & Agnes (Derescavage) Scadura.  Vera attended Spring Street Elementary School, Beacon Junior High School and graduated from Beacon High School; the Class of 1949. She attended...

Jul 12, 2021

Tamika Pope-Haynes, departed this earthy journey on Monday, July 12, 2021, at the age of 52. A resident of Beacon and Newburgh, NY for many years; she recently resided in Richmond, VA and upon her passing. She was born on July 29, 1968 in New York, NY, daughter of the late Berkley Lunsford & Edna Pope.

Tamika...

Jul 10, 2021

Jean Marie Anzovino, 71, was called Home to the Lord on July 10, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. A longtime Beacon resident, Jean was born in Peekskill, NY on August 14, 1949 to Eugene and Louise (Pelaccio) Tompkins.

Jean had a big heart and a loving nature. She devoted her life to her family and friends....

Jul 9, 2021

Daisy Burke Simmons, 86, a life-long Beacon resident, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2021 at the Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Beacon. She was born in Beacon, NY on December 26, 1934, daughter of the late Edward & Nettie (Stairs) Burke.

Daisy worked for many years in the Exchange Division at the SUNY New...

Jul 4, 2021

Francis P. Zottarelli, 70, a longtime Beacon resident, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2021. Born on September 22,1950 in Queens, NY to Liliane Brismontier and Paul Zottarelli.  He lived his life as a stoic individual.

Having moved from his early life within the five boroughs of New York City to his early adult life in Nassau...

Jul 3, 2021

James F. Scofield Sr., 82, a life-long Beacon resident passed away peacefully on July 3, 2021, surrounded by his family, at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY. He was born in Beacon, NY on December 15, 1938, to the late Harold & Rebekah (Little) Scofield. Upon graduating Beacon High School, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp...