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SUMMARY:Anthony Hough
DESCRIPTION:Anthony “Tony” Hough was born the second of four sons to Mosco Hough\, Sr. and Mary Lunsford Hough on June 8\, 1957. A proud native of Buffalo\, New York\, he was educated in the Buffalo Public School system and graduated from Kensington High School in 1975. From there\, he went on to enroll at The State University of New York at Brockport where he double majored in African American Studies and Criminal Justice. Unsure if the school was for him\, he left Brockport and enlisted in the Army; after being stationed in Fort Gordon\, GA\, he was honorably discharged. In 1979\, he returned to Brockport where he would unknowingly meet the love of his life\, Wendy Evans. \nUpon graduating from Brockport\, Tony began his career in what was then known as the New York State Division for Youth (eventually called the Office of Children and Family Services – OCFS) under the tutelage of his mentor Thom McGregor at Industry Residential Center in Rochester\, New York as a Youth Division Aide. After a few years\, he moved to New York City\, where he worked at the Aftercare Center in The Bronx\, several group homes in Brooklyn\, and eventually the Harlem State Office Building. \nTony and Wendy married in 1988 and welcomed their first child\, Cameron in 1991 while living in Mount Vernon\, New York. Two years and eight months later they welcomed Nicholas\, and so began the family’s tour of New York State. From 1993 Tony worked at Highland Secure Center\, Brookwood Secure Center in Claverack\, NY\, McCormick Secure Center in Ithaca\, NY\, and Harlem Valley Secure Center in Wingdale\, NY where he was appointed facility director in 1996 and remained until it closed in 2004. He retired in 2014 as Associate Commissioner for Facilities in Albany\, NY after 32 years with the agency\, having made countless lifelong friendships along the way. \nEager to instill the traditions\, values\, and faith he learned growing up in the Baptist church in Buffalo\, Tony and Wendy sought a church home once they landed in Dutchess County. He was a proud member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church for many years and dearly loved his church family. He regularly lent his passion for photography to a variety of Church and Youth Ministry events and was named Mt. Zion Baptist Church Father of the Year in 2001. \nOnce he retired from OCFS\, Tony enjoyed continuing to nurture his passions for cooking\, photography\, and traveling the country to cheer on his beloved Buffalo Bills. He frequently took trips to Buffalo with friends and family to take advantage of his season tickets\, and regularly entertained old and new friends alike with his elaborate tailgate spreads and generosity of spirit whether before a game or in the stands. He found a second calling when he picked up a part-time job working the front desk at the Fishkill Marriott\, where his gregarious nature and bright spirit earned him Employee of the Month multiple times. \nOver the years\, Tony established a reputation as a dedicated boss\, a tireless advocate for youth\, a talented grill master\, and a passionate host. He’d regularly cook for friends and family for any occasion at all—whether the annual Memorial Day cookout\, Super Bowl Sunday or to welcome friends from out of town. He spent years perfecting his marinades and rubs and became famous for his barbecue ribs. \nTony made friends everywhere he went. Whether darting around his favorite local haunts in the Hudson Valley or making friends in the Highmark Stadium parking lot ahead of a Bills game\, he’d regularly come home telling stories of the strangers who became friends in the afternoon\, and friends who eventually became family. \nHe is survived and lovingly remembered by his wife Wendy\, daughter Cameron\, son Nicholas\, brother Ronald\, and a host of cousins\, friends\, and colleagues who will dearly remember his legacy of positivity and good cheer.
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LOCATION:Mt. Zion Baptist Church\, 10 S. Green Haven Road\, Stormville\, 12582\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mark L. Henderson
DESCRIPTION:Mark L. Henderson entered peacefully into rest at home on November 26\, 2024\, with his beloved daughter\, Linda by his side. \nHe was born April 25\, 1928\, in Fishkill\, NY\, to the late William Henderson and Harriett Taylor. A veteran of the U.S. Navy\, Mark enlisted in 1946 and completed his basic training at Bainbridge Naval Training Center in Maryland. He sailed aboard the USS Charles F. Adams (DDG-2) and USS Saratoga (CV-60)\, later serving two years in the Naval Reserves. \nMark worked at Triple R Industries in Milton\, NY\, for 39 years as a truck driver\, eventually being promoted to office manager. In his free time\, Mark enjoyed reading\, traveling\, and frequent visits to his favorite stores: Home Depot\, Lowe’s\, and Adams Fairacre looking for ways to still improve his home like a man half his age. He will be remembered for his humor\, personal accomplishments\, strong opinions\, whether they were politically correct or not\, and love for his family and friends. \nHe is survived by his daughters\, Linda and Marsha Henderson of Newburgh\, NY\, and Cynthia Henderson-Pearson of Houston\, TX\, and Meredith Henderson of Guilderland\, NY. Harriett Watson of Norfolk\, VA\, Virginia Boyd (Robert) of Fayetteville\, NC; sons\, Thomas Whitted (Toi) of Hampton\, VA\, and Terry Whitted of Poughkeepsie\, NY. He also leaves behind his sister\, Valerie Jackson of Highland\, NY; sisters-in-law\, Mitty Chavers of South Windsor\, CT\, Sue Henderson of Indianapolis\, IN\, Dorothy Chavers of Greensboro\, NC\, Mary Melvin of Newburgh\, NY\, Charles Avery (Hester)\, Curtis Whitted (Mary)\, Leslie and Carlene Whitted\, Clayton Whitted\, Deloris Whitted\, and Hazel Oliver along with many grandchildren\, great-grandchildren\, cousins\, nieces\, nephews and life-long friends. \nHe was predeceased by his life partner\, Laverna Whitted\, and his wife\, Edith Henderson; his sons\, Ricky and Edward Lee Whitted; Harold and Melvin Henderson; his brothers Willis\, Earl and Ralph Henderson\, Richard\, James\, and Harry Chavers; sisters Alice Henderson\, Florence Bizzell\, Shirley Garland\, and Harriett Tires; son-in-law James Pearson; brother-in-law David A. Whitted and sister-in-law Naomi Moffett-Harrington.
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LOCATION:Rhodes Funeral Home Newburgh\, 18 Lake St.\, Newburgh\, NY\, 12550\, United States
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SUMMARY:Theadore D. Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Theadore D. Johnson (Ted) resident of Poughkeepsie\, NY. entered eternal rest with the Lord on Monday\, November 25\, 2024. \nTed was born on May 20\, 1940\, in Hendry County Florida\, to the late Douglas and Alberta Cobbs Johnson. He received his education in Glassboro\, NJ School District. Ted graduated from the RCA Technical Institute of Cherry Hill NJ\, the Radio Electronic Television School in Philadelphia\, PA\, and the Devilry Technical Institute. He also attended Dutchess Community and Marist College in Poughkeepsie NY. Ted served in the US Army from 1956-1960. After his tour of duty\, he returned to Glassboro\, NJ where he held various jobs. He later relocated to Poughkeepsie\, NY where he was employed by IBM from 1973-1987 at their Fishkill and Poughkeepsie facilities as a Senior Lab Technician. \nHe settled in Poughkeepsie\, NY\, where he met Brenda Green\, and they married in December of 1977. Ted loved his family and God deeply. He read scriptures every day as well as his Sunday school lesson. He was passionate about leaving a legacy\, he believed everyone was born with a purpose. \nTed always had an interest in working with the youth. He served as a Big Brother in Camden\, NJ\, and Poughkeepsie. He also volunteered one-to-one mentoring of children. He founded a nonprofit program entitled Y.E.S. Youth Entrepreneurial System which empowers disadvantaged youth by allowing them to develop their small business skills\, sharpen academic skills\, and form positive attitudes about themselves and their communities. \nTed was a quiet man who didn’t like to be the center of attention. He was well-read and often engaged in many political conversations. \nTed leaves to cherish his memory his wife\, Brenda Green Johnson\, and his daughter Melissa (Mack) Bennett of Sewell\, NJ\, a sister Hattie Dredden of Mickleton\, NJ\, a granddaughter\, Kristen Hunt of Georgia; brothers-in-law\, David Green of Pleasant Valley\, NY\, and Bryan and (Pam Green)\, of Raleigh\, NC\, sister-in-law\, Joy Heymes. His New Hope church family\, a host of nieces\, nephews\, cousins\, and friends. In addition to his parents\, was predeceased by a sister Emma.
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LOCATION:Beth-El C.O.G.I.C\, 1030 Woodfield Road\, West Hempstead\, NY\, 11552\, United States
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SUMMARY:Patrice N. Wilson
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LOCATION:Rhodes Funeral Home Chapel\, 43 Fairview Ave.\, Poughkeepsie\, NY\, 12601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Henroy Grant
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LOCATION:Rhodes Funeral Home Newburgh\, 18 Lake St.\, Newburgh\, NY\, 12550\, United States
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SUMMARY:Eric A. Keyes
DESCRIPTION:Remembering The Life of ERIC ANDREW KEYES \nEric Andrew Keyes was born on February 13\, 1948\, to Leonard and Dorothy Keyes in Fort Sill\, Oklahoma\, and was the fourth son of ten children. When he was four years old the family moved to Port Jervis\, New York. He graduated from Port Jervis Senior High School in 1966 and received a wrestling scholarship to attend Elizabeth City State University in North Carolina. Eric won many wrestling championships and became a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity\, Inc. on December 6\, 1969. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Physical Education on May 10\, 1970. He continued his educational endeavors by earning a Master’s Degree in both Administration Supervision and Special Education from City College and Brooklyn College in New York. \nHe started teaching at Public School I.S. 320 in Brooklyn\, New York in 1971 where he taught Physical Education\, served as Dean of Students\, and was selected as one of the city’s first Crisis Intervention Teachers. He relocated to the Bronx\, New York\, and continued teaching at Public Schools I.S. 162 and I.S. 183. He served as Assistant Principal at Public School 49 from 1992 to 1996. Then he was assigned to Public School I.S. 151 where he became the Principal until he retired in 2005 after thirty years of service in Education. He was devoted to the success of his students which led his school to achieve double-digit improvement scores in the areas of Reading\, Math\, and Attendance. This earned him the Distinguished Progress Award by the New York City Board of Education. \nEric became a Lifetime Member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity\, Inc. (KUL) in November 1996. He was inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame at Elizabeth City State University in 1998. \nHe became a Master Mason of the Third Degree in April 2005 at Fidelity Lodge #32 of M.W. Hiriam Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. Inc. State of New York. He was elected Grandmaster of Masons of Hiram Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. Inc. State of New York from June 2020 to June 2024. He also held the additional following titles: \nYORK RITE\nRight Eminent Grand Junior Warden of the General Grand Encampment of Knights Templar for the USA and its dependencies. Supreme General Grand Deputy of the Supreme Grand Royal Arch. \nSCOTTISH RITE\nSupreme Grand Lecturer Meridian Supreme Council A.A.S.R. \nSHRINERS\nIllustrious Grand Potentate of Omar Temple State of New York \nSHABAKA SOVEREIGN SANCTUARY\nPast Most Illustrious Grand Conservator General \nHe was also a World Champion Martial Artist\, a published author\, an avid golfer\, and a sports enthusiast. He loved dancing the Hustle with his best dance partner and wife of over twenty-five years\, Deborah. He encouraged children and students to obtain a college education\, and he sponsored them through scholarship programs and awarded them book grants. He had a great sense of humor with a robust laugh and a very generous heart that was always willing to help anyone who needed it. \nHe was preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Dorothy Keyes; brothers: Jay R\, Gary\, Michael\, and Nelson; and sister Sheryl. \nEric leaves to cherish his memories: his loving and devoted wife Deborah Keyes; his son Eric A. Keyes Jr.; brothers: Salih Talib\, Stephen Keyes\, and Bryan Keyes\, and his sister Diana Keyes. He will be truly missed by his two sisters-in-law: Lorae Smith\, and Renee Smith\, and her daughter Tamira Smith; along with many nieces\, nephews\, cousins\, seven Godchildren\, other relatives\, and friends.
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LOCATION:A.M.E. Zion Church of Newburgh\, 111 Washington Street\, Newburgh\, NY\, 12550\, United States
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SUMMARY:Carol Ann Overton-Foster
DESCRIPTION:Carol Ann Gibson Overton-Foster was the second daughter of five children\, born to the late Herman Rudolph Gibson and Ruth Parris Gibson. \nCarol\, affectionately known as Geeb in nursing school\, was educated in the New York City School System. She graduated as an RN from the Harlem School of Nursing and went to work at Westchester County Medical Center. There she worked as an ICU nurse in the Post Operative Care Unit. In April of 1994\, she met and began a romantic relationship with Cedric Foster. On July 5\, 2000\, they were married. \nCarol attended the Mt. Zion Baptist Church and joined the congregation on January 5\, 2003. Carol loved to sing and dance which led her to join the choir. She was a member of the Women’s Ministry\, and Nursing Ministry and helped with fundraising for the church by arranging bus trips and helping with the dinners. Carol taught exercise classes at the church where she earned the nickname\, “Sarge.” Carol was asked to become a member of the Diaconate Ministry and consecrated on July 20\, 2008. She later became the Executive Secretary of the church in 2012. \nCarol enjoyed activities like ice and roller skating\, skiing\, bowling\, and an ace at handball. Gardening was her passion; it showed in her vegetables\, yard\, and patio. \nShe leaves to mourn her loss\, her loving husband\, Cedric Foster\, daughters Uzuri and Dara(Auguste) Dessaline\, son Jelani Foster\, loving grandchildren\, Quinlan\, Syrus\, Jaden\, Takeo\, and Brooklyn\, one sister Donna Gibson\, Astoria Queens\, one brother\, Thomas Gibson(Sandra) of New York\, her loving niece Rhonda Murdock and a host of cousins\, nephews\, and a multitude of friends. She was preceded in death by her brother Herman Lee(Gutchie) Gibson\, Jr.\, and sister Jane Swain.
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LOCATION:Mt. Zion Baptist Church\, 10 S. Green Haven Road\, Stormville\, 12582\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funerals
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SUMMARY:Ruth A. Green
DESCRIPTION:On December 8\, 2024\, our beloved mother\, Mrs. Ruth A. Green\, one of God’s most precious angels\, was called home to rest while at Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital in Richmond\, VA. Ruth was born on January 6\, 1947\, in Dutchess County\, to the late Annabelle Exum and Robert Sellers. Ruth was a dedicated wife\, mother\, sister\, grandmother\, and friend whose compassion and devotion were endless. \nRuth worked at IBM as a Computer analyst for 20 years. It was during her time at IBM that she met her lifelong\, sadly predeceased husband\, James R. Green. They wed on June 20\, 1970\, and spent 32 bliss-filled years together. \nRuth absolutely loved to bake desserts and relished in the joy on the faces of anyone who tasted her treats. She was also a seamstress and at times designed her full wardrobe all while being an avid jewelry aficionado. She knew how to style an outfit. Ruth became a member of the Beulah Baptist Church in Poughkeepsie\, NY where she contributed to her community by preparing and serving meals to the homeless and donating clothing and basic items to anyone in need. She also had a love and skill set for bowling and was on a family bowling league for over 10 years where she received numerous acknowledgments. Lest we forget Ruth’s truest passion which was taking care of her family gave her the utmost joy. She could never get enough of spending time with her children and grandchildren. \nRuth A. Green is survived by her children: Tennille Green-Pegram (Timothy Pegram) and James Green\, Jr\, and her siblings: Micheal (Mike) Sellers (Evadnee); Paul (Pooh) Sellers (Geraldine); Bonita (Niecey) Sellers; Ricardo (Rick) Sellers; In-laws; Colleen Sellers; Julia Reed (Robert); Russell Green (Ester); Juanita Dallas; Jessie Gordon; Dora Green; William Green; a generous host of beloved aunts\, uncles\, nieces\, nephews and cousins. Ruth’s legacy will live on with her grandchildren; Trevyon Green\, Trinitee Green\, Jayden Green\, Elliott Thompson-Green\, Karter Green\, Kori Green\, Kobe Sconion. \nIn addition to her parents and her husband\, Ruth was predeceased by her siblings; Alicia Ann Sellers\, Ronald (Champ) Sellers\, Angeline (Pluty) Sellers\, Priscilla (Cill) Sellers; in-laws; Sandra (Sandy) Shorey-Sellers; Margaret Fryer and Doreen Green. \nRuth’s inspiring conversations\, infectious laughter\, welcoming smile\, and love for her entire family and friends will always be cherished in our hearts for eternity.
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LOCATION:Beulah Baptist Church\, 92 Catharine St\, Poughkeepsie\, NY\, 12601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lillie Patricia Thomas
DESCRIPTION:Lillie Patricia Thomas\, daughter of the late Jessie Mae Lloyd-Pringle and Lindberg Pringle Sr.\, was born on April 24th\, 1947\, in Sumter\, SC. She started her early education in South Carolina\, and when it was time\, the family later relocated to the Big Apple\, New York City. She graduated from Brandeis High School. Her future accomplishments would range in various fields\, including Hair\, Business\, Theology\, Early Childhood Education\, and Real Estate. \nAs she matured and grew in life\, she met a young man\, Mr. Raymond Cavassa. This relationship produced her eldest daughter\, Charade M. A. Cavassa. Lillie\, or Miss Pat\, for those who are familiar calling her that\, worked at Beekman Downtown Hospital for several years as a secretary. While striving for excellence in life\, a young man\, Richard D. Thomas\, caught her eye and eventually captured her heart. Richard and Patricia’s love led them to Holy Matrimony. From that union\, Richard D. Thomas (preceded in death)\, Mark C. Thomas (preceded in death)\, and Takiya C. Thomas were born. \nLillie\, aka Miss Pat\, always had the mentality and dreams of being an entrepreneur. Her grandkids would say she was more like a Mogul. She earned her cosmetology degree from Wilfred Academy. She also earned her Real Estate License. Patricia was a gifted visionary. Her work throughout New York led her to own several businesses. She opened her first salon in Jamaica\, Queens. Does anybody remember the location in the Gertz Mall? That was in 1980! Her humanitarianism began when she started a soup kitchen in Harlem\, where she would help provide hot meals and distribute bags of food to those in need. \nPatricia eventually relocated her family to Newburgh\, NY. She was a God-fearing woman of faith. Her quotes included\, “No weapon formed against me shall prosper” and “I am a child of the Most High”. Lillie truly and unapologetically loved the Lord. She would profess the goodness of God during her good and not-so-good days. Even when she wasn’t feeling the best\, you would still find her outside praying and ministering to the people\, and there was no limit to where God would send her. \nPatricia always had a soft spot for children and babies. She saw a need for children in the city of Newburgh\, so she started a partnership with Toys for Tots in Newburgh. That fellowship introduced other opportunities\, such as Angel Tree\, Church Fellowships\, and community organizations. She established a church called “Repairer of the Breach.” \nGod blessed her with many gifts and a heart for helping others. Those blessings allowed her to network with people from all phases of life. She never had a problem\, consulting and advising because she had a vast knowledge of everything. It was in Newburgh\, NY that she continued paving her way in the beauty industry\, creating her lane in the media via her Radio Station Sermons\, starting a couple of restaurants\, opening a daycare\, and even working in the prison ministry. Her most prized possession was her salon\, Finesse II Capri. When she spoke of it\, her smile would be wider than the Kool-Aid man. She opened up a soul food restaurant\, and another called Hot Diggity Dog. She would feed\, clothe\, and provide shelter for the homeless. \nOur mommy\, Lillie Patricia Thomas\, was an amazing woman\, daughter\, sister\, wife\, mother\, aunt\, grandmother\, great-grandmother\, guardian\, creator\, seamstress\, teacher\, and editor who started Torch Magazine. When it came to helping people in the community\, she was dedicated\, and people referred to her as “Ms. Pat.” In her 77 years on this earth\, she has done so much for so many that there is not enough room to display all of her accomplishments. \nMs. Lillie Patricia Thomas is survived by her sister Sandra Harris\, brother Samuel Pringle\, and sister Mary Cleveland\, all of New York\, sister Martha Corpening of North Carolina\, and Sister Maxine Smith of Pennsylvania. Her 2 daughters Charade Mack and Takiya Thomas. Her 15 grandchildren: (Sauntos) Chaneya Tomlin of Indiana\, (Taimer) April Singleton of Delaware\, Danielle Kelly of Maryland\, Daryl (Andrea) Kelly of Connecticut\, Demetrius Kelly of New York\, Devhante (Nadaya) Thomas of New York\, Demetrius Thomas & Brandon Thomas of Georgia\, Enais Thomas & Sabien Thomas of Pennsylvania\, Malik Williams\, Tatiana Wimberly\, Elijah Wadley\, Jada\, and Jaden Jennette\, all of New York. God-sons: Joshua Cleveland and Larry Fowlkes; God-daughter\, Jocelyn Cleveland and a host of great-grandchildren\, nieces\, nephews\, family\, and friends
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LOCATION:Mt. Carmel Church of Christ Disciples of Christ\, 1524 Route 300\, Newburgh\, 12550\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sallie Mae Brunson
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LOCATION:Rhodes Funeral Home Chapel\, 43 Fairview Ave.\, Poughkeepsie\, NY\, 12601\, United States
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