Obituaries

Wesley John Elias Wach

Wesley John Elias Wach

Jan 21, 2025

Wesley John Elias Wach, a resident of Monroe, NY, passed away on January 21, 2025, at the age of 70.

Cremation care will be provided under the direct supervision of Brendan Flynn at Oxford Hills Crematory, Inc., Chester, NY.

His care was entrusted to the Flynn family and the staff of Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Center.

For those seeking additional information, please...

Susan Beth Pfeffer

Susan Beth Pfeffer

Jun 23, 2025

Susan Beth Pfeffer of Monroe, New York, born February 17, 1948, died on June 23, 2025.

She was the author of 78 published books for children and young adults, translated into several languages, and received many state-wide young readers’ awards. Among her most celebrated works was the New York Times best-selling Life As We Knew It.

She leaves behind a life-long friend...

Elizabeth Garcia

Elizabeth Garcia

Jun 22, 2025

Elizabeth Garcia of Monroe, New York, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025.

Elizabeth was born in New York City.

She was employed by the New York City Public Library System as a Librarian for 24 years.

There will be no calling hours as per Elizabeth's wishes.

Cremation care will be provided by Brendan Flynn & Thomas Flynn at Oxford Hills Crematory, Chester, NY.

The...

Phillip Miller

Phillip Miller

Jun 19, 2025

Phillip Miller, a resident of Farmington, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home on June 19, 2025, at the age of 91.

Born in Middletown, NY, on December 5, 1933, he was the son of Edward and Molly Miller.

Phillip was a member of the Knights of Columbus, 4th degree, and served two years in the US Army. He later met and married...

Michael J. Teatum Jr.

Michael J. Teatum Jr.

Jun 15, 2025

Michael J. Teatum Jr.

Michael J. Teatum Jr., born in New York to Irish immigrant parents, passed away at age 95 in Goshen, NY, surrounded by his family. Raised during the Great Depression, he began working young and later served nine years in the U.S. Army Reserves, in the 302nd Military Governance Unit, achieving the rank of Master Sergeant.

Michael built a...

Susan Medici Claudio

Susan Medici Claudio

Jun 12, 2025

Susan Medici Claudio

Susan Medici Claudio, a longtime resident of Central Valley, NY, passed away on June 12, 2025, at the age of 66.

The daughter of Margaret and Joseph Medici, Susan was born in the Bronx on December 11, 1958.

She is the oldest sister and is survived by her siblings, Joseph, Christine, and Marie. She is also survived by her life...

Joseph Coyle

Joseph Coyle

Jun 10, 2025

Joseph Coyle, a longtime resident of Monroe, NY, died peacefully on June 10, 2025.

His family will hold a private viewing and services at Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Centers, 139 Stage Road, Monroe, New York 10950.

Burial will follow in George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus, NJ.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Brendan & Thomas Flynn and the staff of Flynn Funeral...

Patricia A. McCabe

Patricia A. McCabe

May 30, 2025

Patricia McCabe, a 54-year resident of Chester, NY, passed away on May 30, 2025, at the age of 82.

The daughter of the late Frank and Margaret Hagan, she was born on July 2, 1942, in the Bronx, New York. 

Patricia worked as a banker at the Berkshire Bank in Goshen, NY, and was a member of St. Columba R.C. Church.

She is...

Sylvan C. Olivieri

Sylvan C. Olivieri

May 27, 2025

Sylvan C. Olivieri of Monroe, NY, died peacefully on May 27, 2025, at Garnett Medical Center in Wallkill, New York.

Sylvan was the son of the late Sylvan and Catherine Oliveri. He was born in New York City in 1951.

He was a retired Postal Carrier for the United States Postal Service.

Graveside Services with Military Honors will be held on Wednesday, June...

Lydia Sherman

Lydia Sherman

May 27, 2025

Lydia Sherman

Novermber 4, 1940 - May 27, 2025

Lydia Sherman of Middletown, NY, formerly of Hudson, FL, Newburgh, NY, and Madeira Island, Portugal, passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at the Kaplan Family Hospice Residence in Newburgh, NY. She was 84. She was born in the village of Ponta do Sol, Madeira Island, Portugal, on...

Dolores D. Fanelli

Dolores D. Fanelli

May 24, 2025

Dolores D. Fanelli, 93 of Montgomery, NY, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on October 23rd, 1931, in Dobbs Ferry, NY, beloved daughter of Carmela Mary Trombacco and Orlando Coletti.

Besides spending time with her family and friends, Dolores had a passion for reading, traveling, cooking, sewing, and dancing. She had a bright and energetic...

Dale Talmadge

Dale Talmadge

May 15, 2025

Dale Talmadge, a lifelong resident of Chester, NY, and a retired self-employed Mason, died peacefully on May 15, 2025, at Garnett Medical Center in Wallkill, NY.

Dale was 68 years of age.

Dale was a well-known and liked person in Chester and the surrounding communities. He worked hard and was always kind to people. His talent for masonry helped many people.

His simple...

Michael Thomas Cowan

Michael Thomas Cowan

May 14, 2025

Michael Thomas Cowan, a lifelong resident of Monroe and Chester, NY, died peacefully on May 14, 2025, at Garnett Medical Center in Wallkill, NY.

His family will hold a private family viewing on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Centers, 3 Hudson Street, Chester, N.Y.

There will be a funeral mass and interment of his cremains in the...

Kenneth M. Cummings Sr.

Kenneth M. Cummings Sr.

May 12, 2025

Kenneth M. Cummings Sr., a resident of Monroe, New York, unexpectedly passed away on May 12, 2025, at the age of 51. 

The son of George and Louise Cummings, he was born on July 10, 1974.

Kenneth is survived by his loving wife, Beth Anne Cummings, of Monroe, NY; their daughter, Kaylee Cummings, and their sons Nick and KC Cummings. He is...

Christine Z. Markiewicz

Christine Z. Markiewicz

May 11, 2025

Christine Z. Markiewicz, a resident of Chester, NY, peacefully passed away on May 11, 2025, at the age of 75.

Daughter of the late Walter and Josephine Soblen, she was born in England on August 17, 1949.

Christine worked as a registered nurse.

She is survived by her loving husband, Edward Markiewicz, of Chester, NY; their daughter, Jaime Markiewicz, of Monticello, NY; their...

Ana Maria Pucachaqui-Guachamin

Ana Maria Pucachaqui-Guachamin

May 8, 2025

Ana Maria Pucachaqui-Guachamin of Warwick, NY, died on May 8, 2025, at St. Anthony's Hospital in Warwick, NY.

Visitation will be held at Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Centers.

Services and Interment will be held at Batan Cemetery in Batan, Elfoy Alfaro 44-143 and Rio Coca Street, the week of June 2, 2025..

The family has entrusted Ana's care to Brendan and Thomas...

Marian Zangrillo

Marian Zangrillo

May 3, 2025

Marian Zangrillo of Chester, New York, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Joanne’s House at Hope Hospice in Bonita Springs, Florida. She was 91 years old. 

Born in Pine Island, New York, on January 2, 1934, Marian was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary Bierstine. A lifelong resident of the Hudson Valley, Marian was deeply devoted...

Kieran Joseph Boyce

Kieran Joseph Boyce

May 2, 2025

BOYCE, Kieran - January 13, 1957 to May 2, 2025 (Chester, New York, formerly of Glenties, Donegal)

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kieran Boyce, who passed away on May 2, 2025 in Manhattan, New York, USA.

Husband of Deirdre for over 30 years and a loving father to Joe and T.K.. Beloved son of the late...

Hubert David Keller Sr.

Hubert David Keller Sr.

Apr 19, 2025

Hubert “Dave” Keller, Sr.

(May 15, 1937-April 19, 2025)

Hubert “Dave” Keller, Sr., aged 87 of Washingtonville, New York, passed away April 19th, 2025. 

He was a loving husband to his late wife Betty of 66 Years. He was born on May 15, 1937, to the late Hubert and Esta Keller.

Dave enjoyed classic country music and would and could strike up a conversation...

James Robert Davis

James Robert Davis

Apr 15, 2025

James Robert Davis, a longtime resident of Chester, NY, passed away on April 15, 2025, at the age of 65.

He is survived by his siblings, Thomas Davis and his wife Jeannie, Lauren Gilroy and her husband Robert, Jeanne Cassano and her husband Joe, and Marie Tobin and her husband Sparrow. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Jennifer...