Obituaries

Jun 7, 2024

Megan E Graham of Washingtonville, N.Y., died peacefully at her residence after a long battle with cancer.  She was 61 years of age.As per Jennifer request a simple cremation service will be held.Cremation care is being provided by Brendan & Thomas Flynn at Oxford Hills Crematory, Chester, NY.The family has entrusted Jennifer's care to the Flynn Family and Flynn Funeral...

Jun 5, 2024

Margaret T. Toohey(PEGGY)Peggy Toohey, a retired Medical Assistant for Doctors McMillian & Knipp of Washingtonville, N.Y., a resident of Morris Plains, NJ, and a former longtime resident of Blooming Grove, New York, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2024, at Villar Marie Cliare Residential Hospice in Saddle River, N.J. She was 89, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and service...

Jun 3, 2024

Monica Hummel died on June 3, 2024, after a long illness at Sapphire Health Care Facility in Newburgh, N.Y.Monica was 73 years of age.No public calling hours or services will be held at this time.Cremation care is provided by Brendan and Thomas Flynn at Oxford Hills Crematory, Inc., Chester, N.Y.The family entrusted Monica's care to the Flynn Family and Flynn...

Jun 2, 2024

Robert Allen Loitsch, age 79, of Newburgh, NY, passed away on June 2, 2024. He entered this world on June 9, 1944, in Bronx, NY, born to the late George Loitsch and Edith Loitsch, née Gairing.

In a distinguished career, Robert dedicated many years to New York Telephone and NYNEX, where he showcased his diligence and expertise, working his way from...

May 29, 2024

Irmgard Schoene of Peekskill, N.Y. died on May 29, 2024 at her residence in Peekskill, N.Y.She was 99 years of age.A private family viewing was held at Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Centers, 139 Stage Road, Monroe, NY 10950, on Friday, May 31, 2024.Cremation care was provided by Brendan and Thomas Flynn at Oxford Hills Crematory, Inc., Chester, N.Y.The family...

May 28, 2024

Dr. Vernon Carmichael James, DVMOctober 21, 1942 — May 28, 2024 Dr. Vernon Carmichael James, a soul who experienced the breadth of many lives within a single lifespan, passed away peacefully at his residence in Campbell Hall, N.Y., on May 28, 2024. His extraordinary journey, marked by boundless dedication and service, leaves an indelible mark on all who knew him. Born on...

May 27, 2024

May 24, 2024

Gene P. Iannuzzi

Middletown, N.Y.

Formerly a Longtime Chester, N.Y. resident

Mr. Gene P. Iannuzzi, a man of remarkable achievements, served as the esteemed Chief of Police for the Town of Chester, N.Y. Police Department and as the Management Director for Nynex Phone Company. He passed away on May 24, 2024, at Garnet Medical Center in Wallkill, N.Y., leaving a legacy of dedication...

May 23, 2024

Richard Healey of Washingtonville, New York, died at Garnet Medical Center in Wallkill, N.Y., on May 23, 2024.As Richard instructed, no formal calling hours or services will be held.Brendan and Thomas Flynn provide cremation care at Oxford Hills Crematory, Inc., Chester, N.Y.The family has the care of Richard to the Flynn Family and staff of Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial...

May 22, 2024

William E. Neilan, Jr., a Chester, New York resident, passed away peacefully on May 22,2024.

The son of the late William & Collette Neilan, he was born in 1942.

William was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force.

William was a caring husband and a loving father & grandfather.

His survivors include his wife, Helen Nielan; his two children, Barbara Atwood and Robert Neilan;...

May 21, 2024

Alan P. Demmel of Campbell Hall, N.Y., died on May 21, 2024, at Garnet Medical Center in Wallkill, N.Y.

Alan was 61 years of age.

The son of the late Patrick and Claire Demmel, he was born in Westchester County.

He was a retired Firefighter for the City of Rye Fire Department.

Cremation care was provided by Brendan and Thomas Flynn at Oxford Hills...

May 17, 2024

Jim “Seamus” McPhail passed away peacefully on May 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

 After coming to the United States from Ireland, Jim served in the U.S. Army and later had a successful career as an executive at ABC before retiring and pursuing his passions of music and sports.

Jim shared his love of Ireland through his voice which graced music...

May 12, 2024

Maureen J. Higgins, a lifelong resident of Orange County, died peacefully on May 12, 1024, at Garnet Medical Center in Wallkill, N.Y.Maureen Burns, daughter of the late William and Mary Burns, was born in Jersey City, N.Y., on August 12, 1948.Maureen was a second-grade teacher for the Ridgefield Schools.She leaves behind a loving and united family, her devoted husband, Michael, and...

May 11, 2024

Christina Michele Rizzo, a 30-year resident of the area and a full-time wife and mother, died May 11, 2024, at Garnet Medical Center Care Center in Wallkill, N.Y. She was 38 years old.

She was born on September 24, 1985, in Babylon, New York, the daughter of Robert and Judith Norman.

Christina is survived by her loving husband, James J. Rizzo, and...

May 11, 2024

A retired housewife, Caridad Toledo of Chester, N.Y., died peacefully at her residence on May 11, 2024.  She was 89 years of age.Visitation will be held on Monday, May 20, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon at Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Centers, 139 Stage Road, Monroe, New York 10950.Entombment will follow at Maryrest Cemetery, 770 Darlington Avenue, Mahwah, N.J. 07430...

May 11, 2024

Mary T. Basso passed away on May 11, 2024.  She was predeceased by her sister, Jeanette Papas.  Mary is survived by her husband, Marty Basso, son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Jenny Severs, sister Jane Keel, bother Andrew Woods, brother John Woods, sister and her husband Julieanne and Robert Baillie, brother-in-law Nicholas Papas, brother-in-law Frank Basso and brother-in-law Joe Basso.  Nieces...

May 9, 2024

Stanley Burke, a longtime resident of the area, died peacefully at Garnet Medical Center.The family will hold private services at Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Centers, 3 Hudson Street, Chester, NY 10918.Cremation care will follow at Oxford Hills Crematory, Inc., Chester, NY, under the immediate supervision and direction of Brendan and Thomas Flynn.The family entrusted the care of Stanley to...

May 9, 2024

Judith Cleary of New York City died peacefully at her residence.A simple cremation at Oxford Hills Crematory will occur under Brendan & Thomas Flynn's care and supervision.The family entrusted Judith's care to the Flynn Family and the staff of Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Centers, Inc.

May 9, 2024

Robert James McGuire of Middletown, N.Y. died peacefully after a long illness at Garnett Medical Center in Wallkill, N.Y.He was born in the Bronx on June 6, 1941, the son of the late Robert and Mary Conway McGuire.Robert dedicated his career to Con Edison in New York City, forming a bond with his crew that he cherished as a second family.Robert...

Apr 27, 2024

Randolph P. Rizzo of Suffern, N.Y., died unexpectedly at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, New York, on April 27, 2024.

The son of the Late Joseph and Margaret Rizzo, he was born in New York City in 1954.

Survivors included Randolph's brother and best friend, Joseph Rizzo of Warwick, N.Y.

Randolph was employed by Rizzo Moving and Rigging, Inc., and was a loved...