Obituaries

Joseph Klein

Joseph Klein

Jul 11, 2025

Joseph Klein, formerly of Greenwood Lake and Warwick, and most recently a resident of Middletown, NY, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025.

A private graveside service will take place on July 15, 2025. The care of Joseph has been entrusted to the Flynn Family and the staff of Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Centers.

The family invites you to share your...

Rose M Velez

Rose M Velez

Jul 5, 2025

Rose M. Velez

Rose M. Velez of Chester, NY

Passed peacefully on July 5, 2025

Rose M. Velez of Chester, NY, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, surrounded by the love and presence of her devoted family.

A retired Registered Nurse at Montefiore Medical Center, Rose dedicated her life to caring for others, both professionally and personally. As the eldest sibling in her...

Leangkhy Heng

Leangkhy Heng

Jul 4, 2025

Leangkhy Heng, a resident of Middletown, NY, passed away peacefully at home on July 4, 2025, at 78 years of age.

He was born in Kampong Speu Province in 1947.

Leangkhy worked as a bookmaker for over 30 years.

We pray God guides him on his journey to find peace and happiness. His memory will live through his family and friends. So just...

John Joseph McHugh III

John Joseph McHugh III

Jul 3, 2025

With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of John Joseph McHugh III of Harriman, NY, on July 3, 2025, at the NYS Veterans Home in Montrose, NY. He was 76 years old. 

Son of the late John Jr. and Matilda McHugh, he was born in 1948 in NYC. 

John proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1966 to...

Joann Koepper

Joann Koepper

Jul 2, 2025

Joann Koepper, born in Avon Park, Florida, on March 31st, daughter of the late Lillie B. and Cleveland Dasher, passed away at home on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Joann loved her family, cooking, dancing, gardening, and sharing the bounty from her garden with friends and family.

Joann is survived by her husband, John Koepper; her children, Samuel Dasher, Priscilla Coleman, Cynthia...

Kevin Bowden

Kevin Bowden

Jul 2, 2025

Kevin Bowden, 62, of Monroe, NY, passed away on the afternoon of July 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on September 19, 1962, in Athy, Co. Kildare, Kevin was the son of Kevin and Bernadette Bowden. He grew up in Athy with his five siblings, where he excelled in school and sports. He attended Ardkeen Nursing School in Waterford,...

Kathleen Starr

Kathleen Starr

Jun 29, 2025

Kathleen Starr, a lifelong resident of Monroe, NY, passed away peacefully at home on June 29, 2025, at the age of 76.

The daughter of the late Sally and Frank, Kathleen was born in New York City in 1949.

She worked as a child care provider for over 30 years.

Daughter, sister, mother, wife, aunt, cousin, and friend. We will miss all of...

Lana Helen Turner-Keyer

Lana Helen Turner-Keyer

Jun 27, 2025

Lana Helen Turner-Keyer, a longtime resident of Blooming Grove, New York, died peacefully at her residence on June 27, 2025.

There will be no public calling hours or visitation services.  A private family viewing was held on June 30, 2025, at Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Centers.

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

The family...

Sandra Rose Lucien

Sandra Rose Lucien

Jun 26, 2025

Sandra Rose Lucien of Highland Mills, NY, died peacefully at Valley View Health Care Center in Goshen, NY, on June 26, 2025, after a long illness.

The daughter of the late Samuel and Mary, Sandra was born in Brooklyn, NY, on September 18, 1946.

She worked as a Medical Technologist for 34 years.

Sandra is survived by her loving husband, Pierre Lucien of...

David Scalza

David Scalza

Jun 24, 2025

David Scalza of Monroe, New York, died peacefully on June 24, 2025, at Kaplan Family Residence Hospice in Newburgh, NY.

Funeral Details are pending at this time.

For information regarding services, please call our office on Monday, June 20, 2025, after 2 pm at 845-783-1811, once details are known.  We will also update our website

Thank you for your understanding during this difficult...

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...

John Ramsey Taylor

John Ramsey Taylor

Jun 21, 2025

John Ramsey Taylor of Wurtsboro, New York, died on June 21, 2025, at Garnett Medical Center in Wallkill, N.Y.

There will be no public calling hours.

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

The family has entrusted the care of John to the Flynn Family and the staff of Flynn Funeral & Cremation...

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...