Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Orange County & throughout New York.
Louis A. Lofrese Sr.
Jul 6, 2025
We remember with fondness the long life of Louis A. Lofrese, Sr., who passed peacefully on July 6, 2025 at the amazing age of 101.
Born in Middletown, New York in 1924 to Rose and Eustachio Lofrese, Lou graduated Middletown High School and worked as an ice deliveryman. He served honorably in the Army during WWII, where he was deployed in...
Carolyn M. Elwood
Jun 26, 2025
Carolyn M. Elwood of Middletown, N.Y. passed away on June 26, 2025 at the Kaplan Family Hospice in Newburgh. She was 82.
The daughter of the late Robert and Marjorie Illenberg, she was born on November 1, 1942 in Goshen, N.Y.
She was a former employee of Tesa Tape in the Town of Wallkill.
She was the widow of Harry Elwood.
Survivors include her...
Joseph Paul Cinquemani
Jun 19, 2025
Joseph Paul Cinquemani of Bullville, New York passed away on June 19, 2025 in Garnet Health Medical Center in Middletown, N.Y. He was 91.
The son of the late Mariano and Vincenza Cinquemani, he was born on May 28, 1934 in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Joseph was retired from ADF Designs in Middletown, N.Y.
Survivors include his wife Eleanor Cinquemani and his son Vincent Cinquemani...
Jesus Ortiz Febus
Jun 17, 2025
Jesus Ortiz Febus, a beloved father, grandfather and partner, passed away unexpectedly. He was preceded in death by his cherished parents, Melinda and Incencio Febus, his daughter Carmine Febus and his grandson Germaine Otero.
Jesus leaves behind his devoted and longtime partner Alethea Dolson, who stood by his side with unwavering love and care. He was a proud and loving father...
Russell Sniffen Sr.
Jun 14, 2025
Russell Sniffen Sr. of the Town of Greenville, N.Y., a former self-employed carpenter and builder and a lifelong resident of the area, passed away on June 14, 2025 in Middletown, N.Y. He was 87.
The son of the late Russell and Lillian Sniffen, he was born on February 8, 1938 in Middletown, N.Y.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army.
He was...
Barbara Jean Morton
May 27, 2025
Barbara Jean Morton, formerly Barbara Jean Brinson, of Middletown, New York, passed away on May 27, 2025, at Garnet Health Medical Center in Middletown. She was 65 years old. Born on September 16, 1959, in Goshen, New York, Barbara was the daughter of the late Charles Brinson and Irene Price Brinson Page. She was the loving widow of Stephon Morton....
James Earl Blair
May 24, 2025
James Earl Blair of Middletown, N.Y. passed away on May 24, 2025 in Garnet Health Medical Center in Middletown, N.Y. He was 80.
The son of the late Roland and Lavenia Blair, he was born on April 17, 1945 in Middletown, N.Y.
James was a retired TA at the Mid-Hudson Psychiatric Center in New Hampton, New York.
Survivors include his wife Patricia. His...
Diego Cortes
May 19, 2025
Diego Cortes of Middletown, New York passed away on May 19, 2025. He was 50.
The son of the late Humberto Cortes and Melba Cortes, he was born on November 15, 1974 in Cali Colombia.
Survivors include his mother Melba. His brothers Yeison Cortes and his wife Tania and Robert Cortes and his wife Krystal. He is also survived by his nieces...
William Edward Pfleging Jr.
May 15, 2025
William Edward "Bill" Pfleging Jr., 73, of Snohomish County, Washington, passed away unexpectedly of heart disease at home with his loving wife Minda on May 15, 2025. Bill was born in Middletown, NY on March 23, 1952, to the late William and Teresa (Klingman) Pfleging.
After graduating from Middletown High School, Bill enlisted in the United States Naval Reserves. He was...
Jason T. Weissinger
May 15, 2025
Jason T. Weissinger of the Town of Greenville, N.Y., passed away on May 15, 2025 at Garnet Health Medical Center in Middletown, New York. He was 42.
The son of Ronald Weissinger and the late Joann Weissinger, he was born on February 3, 1983 in Middletown, N.Y.
Jason was an electrician with IBEW 363 in Harriman, New York.
Jason loved autobody work and...
Sheila Drake
May 4, 2025
Sheila A. Drake of Middletown, New York passed away on May 4, 2025 at her home. She was 81.
The daughter of Waldon and Dorothy Lewis, she was born on April 4, 1944 in Sussex, N.J.
She was a former cashier at Rite Aid in Middletown, N.Y.
She was the widow of Charles Drake.
Survivors include her children Margaret “ Meg” Drake and Charles...
Melvin Schneider
May 3, 2025
Melvin “Mel” Schneider passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, in Newburgh, New York, leaving behind a legacy of fierce opinions, a sharp wit, and unwavering conviction. Born on May 14, 1955, in Paterson, New Jersey, Mel was the son of Walter and Margaret (Nelson) Schneider. Mel was passionate, outspoken, and remarkably stubborn in the best of ways. Beneath that...
Elizabeth Isabel Magagnos
May 3, 2025
Our beautiful mother and grandmother, Elizabeth Isabel Magagnos, a woman of humor, hard work, sweet disposition, and unrelenting hope, passed away on Saturday, May 3 at the home where she raised 5 children, and where 14 grandchildren called home away from home.
The youngest of 14, Isabel was born in Central California to Spanish immigrants, Prudencio and Dolores Prieto. A California...
Phelipe Figueroa
Apr 25, 2025
Phelipe Figueroa of Otisville, a laborer with Nelson Tree Service and a lifelong resident of the area, passed away on April 25, 2025. He was 25.
The son of Raul Figueroa and Jacqueline Finikin, he was born on December 30, 1999 in Middletown, N.Y.
Survivors include his parents Jacqueline Finikiin and Raul Figueroa. His son Zayden. His sisters Jaed; Amanda; Nia; Nyokie;...
Patricia Kanoff
Apr 20, 2025
Patricia Kanoff, a cherished lifelong resident of Middletown, NY, passed away at the age of 40. Her warmth, compassion, and unwavering dedication to her family will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Patricia was the beloved mother of her son, Jeremiah House, with whom she shared a bond filled with love and pride. She is also survived by her...
Gilbert F. Boyd Jr.
Apr 18, 2025
Gilbert Fisk Boyd, 88, died peacefully on April 18, 2025, after a long journey with Parkinson’s disease. To friends and family, he was “Chub” or “Chubby”—a name he carried from his first year that captured the warmth he brought to every gathering. Born in Norwich, N.Y., to Dr. Gilbert F. Boyd Sr., a dentist, and Helen Soderholm, a Finnish-American, Gil...
Marie J. Accordino
Apr 16, 2025
Marie J. Accordino of Middletown, New York, a retired secretary for the Bank of New York in Middletown, N.Y. and a lifelong resident of the area passed away on April 16, 2025. She was 89.
The daughter of the late Joseph and Jennie Accordino, she was born on October 28, 1935 in Port Jervis, New York.
She was a lifelong member of...
Steven A. Gumbs
Apr 15, 2025
Steven A. Gumbs, a beloved resident of Schenectady, New York and former longtime resident of Middletown, New York, passed away on April 15, 2025, at the age of 40, at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady.
Born on August 9, 1984, in the Bronx, Steven was the cherished son of Stafford and Mellocynth Gumbs. He grew up in Middletown and was a proud...
Ramon Gonzalez
Apr 14, 2025
Ramon Gonzalez of Middletown, N.Y., a former upholster at Bright Chairs in Middletown and a former Truck Driver, passed away on April 14, 2025 in Garnet Health Medical Center. He was 69.
The son of the late Luis Gonzalez and Maria Figueroa, he was born on September 26, 1955 in Santurce, Puerto Rico.
He was a fan of the N.Y. Yankees.
Survivors include...
Mildred Houck
Apr 11, 2025
Mildred “Millie” Houck of Mount Hope, New York passed away on April 11, 2025 in Garnet Health Medical Center in Middletown, N.Y. She was 91.
The daughter of the late Arden and Katherine Worden, she was born on June 5,1933 in Montgomery, New York.
She was the widow of Charles H. Houck.
Survivors include her children Geraldine Gould and her husband Elroy of...
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