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SUMMARY:Chester A. Johnson Jr.
DESCRIPTION:Chester A. Johnson\, Jr.\, affectionately known as Chet and Copper entered eternal peace on Tuesday\, January 21\, 2025. Chet-Copper was born on October 26\, 1931\, in Ithaca\, NY to Edna Thomas and Chester Johnson\, Sr. Chet-Copper was the oldest of 4 siblings. \nChet-Copper came to Newburgh where he joined the Laborers Local #17 Union in November 1953. He was President of “The Echo Chorale Ensemble” and a member of the Men’s chorus at Ebenezer Baptist Church. Played basketball with CWA & became Executive Secretary for the Women’s Basketball Association of America. Became The President of the Board of Directors when the name was changed from CWA to Glen E. Hines Memorial Center. Chaplain & Honorary member of “Pops Pets & Pals”. He was the President of the Newburgh\, Highland Falls Branch of NAACP. He was also known as the Newburgh historian for the Buffalo Soldiers in West Point. If you knew Chet-Copper\, you loved him dearly. He never met a stranger and left an everlasting impression on all who encountered his presence. \nOn August 2\, 2014\, Chet-Copper married his loving & devoted wife\, Deborah C. Fields-Johnson. They became a great partnership and loved each other with every fiber of their being. \nChet-Copper leaves his loving memories to be cherished by his sons: Jeffrey Johnson of Highland Falls; Anthony J. (Tiffany) Fields of Middletown\, NY; daughter (of his heart) Charlene Griffin; his brother\, Frederick Richardson of Williamsport\, PA; brother-in-law Douglas S. Milton of Charlotte\, NC; Sister-in-law\, Denise F. Milton of Hackensack\, NJ and grandson Jeffrey (Jasmine) Baker of Highland Falls (US Air Force). \nNieces: Alisha R. Milton of NJ; Lana (Missy)(Angelo) Milton-Bowles of N Charleston\, SC; Patricia (Sister) Milton of Topeka\, KS; Donna (Steve) Pace of Snellville\, GA; Mary Jo (Jodie) Saunders of Syracuse\, NY; Toni (Charlie) Clark of Newfield\, NY; Lynn (Pinky) Zimmerman of Williamsport\, PA; Denee (Antoine) Bailey of Suffolk\, VA. \nNephews: Sharif. L. (Julissa) Barr of NJ; Douglas Milton Sr & Bruce Milton of Ithaca\, NY; Christopher (Sylvia) Milton of Brandon\, MS; Frederick (Cathleen) Richardson II of Ithaca; Ricky Milton of Ithaca; Justin (Nicole) Jenkins of Virginia Beach. \nLoved dearly by numerous great-nieces\, great-nephews\, cousins\, and a host of friends. \nHe was predeceased by his former wife\, Nancy Johnson; daughter Rita Simmons Whitley; sisters Lois (Tillie) Hines\, Patricia A. Milton; brother-in-law Curtis L. Milton\, Jr.\, Nieces: Valerie Morgan; Nancy Fields; Deborah Johnson and Nephews: Wendell (Rocky) Milton; Ricky Johnson & Curtis L. (Spike) Milton III. \nChet-Copper had a dynamic personality\, a hearty laugh\, and unmatched wit. He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him and will always remain in our hearts.
URL:https://rhodesfuneralhomes.com/event/chester-a-johnson-jr/
LOCATION:Baptist Temple Church\, 7-11 William Street\, Newburgh\, NY\, 12550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funerals
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SUMMARY:Beulah Mae Woolcock
DESCRIPTION:Beulah Mae Wright Woolcock was born to the late Deacon Willie C. Wright Sr. and Mother Lela Mae Blassingame Wright\, she was the sixth child born in a family of fourteen children. Beulah was married to the late Aldeimain Woolcock Sr.\, and they were together for forty-plus years. To their union and blended family\, they reared and loved\, a daughter\, Janine Thompson (posthumously)\, a son\, Jermaine Thomas\, a son\, Aldeimain Woolcock Jr. (posthumously)\, a daughter\, Adinah Williams\, a daughter\, Jackie Woolcock and daughter\, Diana Lewis. They were blessed with twelve grandchildren: LaShon\, Shavon\, Raekwon\, Jayden\, Akai\, Jade’\, Sanai\, Anaia\, Xavier\, Eviyan\, Camille and Tytianna. \nBeulah was born in Beacon\, New York\, and attended school within the Glenham School District. She worked as a Bus Monitor for First Student and as a Direct Support Professional at Abilities First. Beulah has worked with the population of people with disabilities for many years. She was a Gospel Music Composer\, Lyricist\, and Organist. She was the leader of the Wright Gospel Singers of Poughkeepsie\, New York\, which consisted of her sisters (Willie Mae\, Anna\, Minnie\, Jacqueline\, and Dawn). Her daughters (Janine and Adinah) and her nieces (Selena\, Belinda\, Shakara\, Bambi\, and Blaire) along with her brothers (John and Alvin). \nHer original song lists included:\nGod’s Gonna Watch Over You! Didn’t The Bible Say!\nCelebrate Jesus! A Seed Has Been Planted!\nJesus Will Pick You Up!\nJesus Is My Keeper Today! In a Wink of an Eye!\nI’m Too Busy Packing Up To Go To My Savior’s House!\nThese originally composed songs and lyrics are just a few of the countless gospel songs in her catalog that will never be forgotten. \nBeulah was a treasure with many gifts in her hands. She was a Daughter\, Sister\, Wife\, Mother\, Grandmother\, Church Musician and Attendee\, Confidant\, Friend\, and a True Believer and Worshipper of the Lord\, Jesus Christ. She was an active member of the Church of the Living God United\, located at 40 S. Bridge St.\, Poughkeepsie\, NY\, under the tutelage of Pastor V. Fuller. \nBeulah’s life will forever be celebrated and remembered by her siblings: Sylvia Roosa (late husband William)\, John Wright (late wife Frances)\, Earl Wright (late wife Lousonyia)\, Minnie Wright (Richard)\, Charles Wright\, Terry Wright (Kari)\, all of Poughkeepsie\, New York. Anna Burris (Maxi) of Benson\, N.C.\, Alvin Wright (Elizabeth)\, Jacqueline Wright and Dawn Wright; all of Brundidge\, A.L. and Lessie Wright (late husband Kenneth) of Ozark\, A.L. Posthumously\, we recognize: Willie C. Wright\, Jr. (late wife Maureen) and Willie Mae Edwards (Bruce). \nThere are many nieces\, nephews\, cousins\, friends\, well-wishers\, church members\, co-workers\, and others who will never forget the great times\, family backyard barbecues\, music\, singing\, rehearsals\, laughter\, pictures\, videos\, and the 4th of July picnics. (*INSIDER* Wilcox Park\, The Tennis Racket\, if you know\, you know) \nThis celebration of life is not our goodbye for our beautiful Beulah; it is simply a kiss and a hug—goodnight! For in that great morning when the Lord will descend from heaven with a shout\, with the voice of the archangel\, and with the trump of God\, the dead in Christ will rise first! (1 Thessalonians 4:16) For death cannot hold us captive\, even in the grave; Jesus is Lord!
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LOCATION:Beulah Baptist Church\, 92 Catharine St\, Poughkeepsie\, NY\, 12601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funerals
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SUMMARY:Ethel Mae Harvey
DESCRIPTION:Ethel Mae Johnson-Harvey was born June 16\, 1934\, in Enfield\, North Carolina (Halifax County). \nOur beloved matriarch was a retired State of New York worker for the Hudson River Psychiatric Center for 22 years then later she was a home health aide and caregiver for 20 years\, a business owner\, entrepreneur\, mother\, grandmother\, great-grandmother\, and auntie; earned her wings and became an ancestor on January 18\, 2025\, at 90 years of age. \nFor the past 15 years\, she has been in the direct care of her eldest daughter\, Valarie Harvey-Anthony\, and her eldest son\, Carlton Earl Harvey\, in Poughkeepsie\, New York. \nDaughter of Sarah Cozy Brinkley-Johnson and Morris Willis Johnson. Granddaughter of Della McWilliams-Johnson\, John Willis Johnson\, Willis Brinkley\, and Lillie McWilliams-Brinkley. \nShe was raised on a farm in Enfield\, North Carolina\, where she attended Weldon High School. She was raised with several brothers and sisters\, including William\, Joe Willis\, and Robert Johnson. Her parents also raised her first cousins\, Eva\, Emma\, James\, Jesse\, and June Johnson. \nIn 1955\, Ethel Mae Johnson married childhood friend and war veteran Clinton Harvey. They traveled the world\, living in military homes with their firstborn\, Carlton E. Harvey\, who was born in 1956 in the nation’s Capital\, Washington\, D.C. \nEthel Mae earned her General Education Diploma at night at Warren School and received additional licenses from HVOIC\, the Hudson Valley Occupational Integrated Center. \nHer children survive Ethel Mae; Carlton Earl\, Michael Jerome\, Valarie\, Pierre\, Cozy Elaine\, Nauwatha\, Torrino & Hon. Torrance Harvey (The Twins) and (Grandson raised by Ethel Mae )Ridasha Will Cee Anthony. Her first cousins Eva and Jesse. \nEthel Mae is preceded in death by her parents\, her husband Clinton Harvey (2005)\, and siblings William\, Joe Willis\, Robert\, and cousins Emma\, James\, and June Johnson. \nWe fully acknowledge all of her surviving nieces and nephews\, grandchildren\, and great-grandchildren as well. All who loved their Aunt Mae and grandma: Brenda\, Roger\, David\, Glen\, Doris\, Vernell Dimps\, Willis\, Joe Jr.\, Hosea\, Harriet\, Jacquelyn\, Mark\, Greg\, Felicia\, Kevin\, Ethel (Punka) Evette\, Monique\, Michelle\, Erin\, Robin\, Christian\, Javonte\, (Leona)\,\nKennisha\, Carlisha\, (Tina)\, TJ\, Armani\, Brizayna\, Ridasha\, Romance\, Mikia\, Ziheem\, Omar\, Saffire\, Tarika\, Carol\, Miles\, Romario\, Maritza\, Porsche\, Josephine\, Tatiana\, Ciarra\, Issac Battle\, Carlton Jr.\, Corey\, Karina\, Jordan Brown-Harvey\, Devin and so many more great-grandchildren. She will always be remembered and missed forever!!
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LOCATION:Springfield Baptist Church\, 8 Mattie Cooper Square\, Beacon\, 12508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Funerals
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SUMMARY:Joyce M. Simms
DESCRIPTION:Joyce Mae Newkirk departed this earthly life for her heavenly home on Sunday\, February 2\, 2025. She was 79 years old. She was born on Tuesday\, May 15\, 1945\, to the late Timmie and Eva Bell Newkirk in Clinton\, North Carolina. \nMother Joyce Simms was a retired custodian worker at SUNY New Paltz. She loved to fish with her brothers\, as well\, and enjoyed sewing and cooking. She loved and adored her family. Being the matriarch of the family and the prayer warrior\, Mother Joyce Simms is who the family would call on to get a message to the Lord. \nMother Joyce married the love of her life\, Hubert Simms on September 11\, 1982\, and been together for 42 years. She was an amazing wife\, mother\, auntie\, grandmother\, cousin and friend. She was and still is loved and cherished by so many. Anyone who had the pleasure of knowing and meeting her knew her as “Mother Simms”\, “Deaconess Simms”\, the matriarch\, the prayer warrior\, the helper\, a friend\, the potato salad and sweet potato pie specialist\, and someone who always lent her hand as a servant. \nMother Simms loved The Lord with her whole heart. Mother Joyce M. Simms\, formerly known as Deaconess Joyce M. Simms at PHJC of Modena\, NY; where she first gave her life to Jesus Christ and served for 37 years from 1976 until 2013. She then became a member of The Christian Community Deliverance Center in Modena\, NY\, where she served for 12 years until the Lord called her home. Her favorite songs were “Try Jesus” and “Oh Jesus\, Oh Jesus Don’t Take My Heart Away.” \nMother Joyce Simms leaves to cherish fond memories; her loving husband\, Hubert Simms of Modena\, NY; her amazing 5 children\, Joyce Marie Welch of Philadelphia\, Mississippi\, Patricia Seeden-Gordon (Alvin Gordon) of Wallkill\, NY\, Eva Carr of North Carolina\, Gloria Smith (Reginald Smith) of North Carolina and Larry Seeden of Poughkeepsie\, NY; a host of grandchildren\, great-grandchildren\, great-great-grandchildren; bonus children\, Marie Simms\, Jeanette Simms\, and Kevin Simms; siblings\, Thurman (Ida) Newkirk\, Earl (Mae) Newkirk\, Dorothy (Jethro) Black\, Peggy (Horace) Newkirk\, Rose (Tyrone) Gordon\, Michelle Newkirk\, Tony Newkirk\, and Daryl Newkirk; goddaughter\, Shana Bates of Clintondale\, NY; as well as a host of nieces\, nephews\, family\, and friends. \nIn addition to her parents\, Timmie and Eva Bell Newkirk\, Mother Simms is predeceased by her two children\, Rodney Seeden and Patsy Graham; grandson\, Georgie Davis\, Jr.\, and her son-in-love\, Nathaniel Welch; her sisters\, Marie Newkirk\, Glenda Newkirk\, Bonnie Newkirk\, and Brenda Newkirk; brothers\, Raymond Lee Newkirk and Michael David Newkirk. \n 
URL:https://rhodesfuneralhomes.com/event/joyce-m-simms/
LOCATION:Ebenezer Baptist Church\, 15 Smith Street\, Poughkeepsie\, NY\, 12601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cassell J. Holmes
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LOCATION:First Bethel AME Church\, 60 West 132nd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10037\, United States
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SUMMARY:Charlotte M. White
DESCRIPTION:Charlotte M. White fell asleep in death on Sunday\, February 16\, 2025\, surrounded by her loving family. Charlotte was born in Aiken\, South Carolina on May 14\, 1943 to the late Elizabeth Odom Williams and Walter Williams Jr. She was the oldest of the four children in this union. \nCharlotte was educated in the LeRoy Central School District in LeRoy\, New York. Immediately following her high school graduation in 1961\, she moved to Poughkeepsie\, New York. She attended Dutchess Community College\, where she became a court stenographer and received a certificate in Business Management. Charlotte is best known for working at Marine Midland Bank for over 25 years. \nOn December 26\, 1964\, Charlotte married Willis C. White Jr.\, the love of her life. They enjoyed 56 years of marriage until his death in July 2020. Four children were born to their union: Lenord\, who predeceased her; Leah; Lynette; and Willis III. Charlotte\, who was affectionately known as “Aunt Charlotte” or “Grammy\,” always had a house full of children\, and many people thought she had more than four. \nIf you knew Charlotte\, then you know how much she loved God and was dedicated to her congregation. She was baptized in 1970 as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Her love for God moved her to teach her children and talk to other people about it. In 1983 her love of God further moved her to spend 100 hours a month teaching people about the bible. Due to health issues\, her preaching work slowed down\, however\, she supported and encouraged everyone in any way that she could. She often said\, “When I could I did.” \nCharlotte did not often tell people that she loved them\, however\, she showed love by her many acts of service. She was known to be very hospitable and welcoming. Anyone could come to her home and get a cup of coffee and a slice of cake or a full meal. Whenever there was a gathering\, her carrot cake and potato salad were often the first items requested. In later years she would not make them herself\, her granddaughter would\, and she would say they are “from the house.” You would often find her sitting at her kitchen table conversing with friends\, family\, or anyone who needed a listening ear. This is how you knew she loved you. Her love was further expanded with her grandchildren and later great-grandchildren entering her life. \nCharlotte leaves many people to cherish her people to cherish her memory. Daughters Leah White and Lynnette Criswell and son Willis C White III. Special daughters Louise Mima\, Tereena Sidberry\, Diana Robinso\,n and Dina Bingham. Grandchildren Schenita White\, Genelle Cummings\, Dorian Cummings\, and Judah White. Great-grandchildren Sienna Graham\, Da’mari Cummings\, Elisha Munnerlyn\, Londyn Cummings\, Lilyanna Cummings\, Layla Cummings\, Princeton Cummings\, Jamison Bracy\, and Carter Cummings. Siblings Richard Williams Sr. (Betty) and JoAnn Brewster\, along with a host of nieces and nephews. She further leaves behind life-long friends Marguerite Robinson\, Gail Richarson\, and Stacey Zimmerman. \nA special thank you to the Hudson Valley Hospice and her care team Amorosia Kouaiski\, Suzette\, Yvonne\, and Chantel. \n 
URL:https://rhodesfuneralhomes.com/event/charlotte-m-white/
LOCATION:Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall\, 30 Manchester Circle\, Poughkeepsie\, 12603\, United States
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