All Obituaries

Thelma Cromwell Bowman, 89, of Jamestown, North Carolina, went to be with Jesus on April 4, 2024. She was a licensed cosmetologist and a beloved member of the Salt Point, NY and Jamestown, NC Communities. Thelma was a devoted member of the Presbyterian Church, having worshipped at both the Presbyterian in Salt Point, NY and the Jamestown Presbyterian Church in Jamestown, NC. She enjoyed helping others, gardening, cooking, directing the choir and music of all types. Thelma’s spirit...

On Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024 Terrence G. Euell quietly passed away after a difficult battle with cancer at home with his wife Patricia and family by his side. Along with his wife Patricia, he is survived by his son Terrence and daughter-in-law Wendy of Rhinebeck NY, grandsons Jake Euell (Amanda) of Hyde Park NY, Ryan Euell (Mary) of Aspen CO. and his sister Brenda Hand of Hilton Head SC. as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, brother...

Staatsburg – George Weber, 77, passed away peacefully on Sunday April 14, 2024 at the Ferncliff Nursing Home from a debilitating illness. George was born in Boston, MA on October 19, 1946. He was predeceased by his parents, Alva and Virginia Weber. He retired from the USPS as a Supervisor at the Mid-Hudson Sectional Center after 38 years of service. George was an avid hunter, fisherman, and enjoyed watching or playing sports. He is survived by his wife Carolyn of 57 years; his...

Rhinebeck – James J. Cody, 90, a resident of Rhinebeck, passed away at his home on March 29, 2024. Born in Yonkers on June 8, 1933, he was the son of the late John J. and Alice (Duffy) Cody. After graduating high school, James honorably served in the US Navy from 1952-1956. Upon his return from the Navy, James attended trade school where he learned construction. He worked for several different companies until he started his own in LaGrange, NY, known as Cody Construction. James met...

Rhinebeck – Roger W. Newkirk, 81, a lifetime resident of Rhinebeck, passed away at Vassar Brother’s Medical Center on March 8, 2024. Born in Rhinebeck on April 10, 1942, he was the son of late Richard and Minnie (Hanaburgh) Newkirk. Roger is survived by his wife Helen (Ellsworth); his children Roger C. Newkirk Sr. (Faye), Tracey Thomas (Dexter), and Tammy Ginn Cossano(Demone); his grandchildren Joshua, Jordan, Dylan, Corey, Zackary, Shania, and Robbie; nine great grandchildren;...

Rowland Mester Bryant, 77, a former resident of Saugerties and Coila, NY; Sunderland, VT; Plainfield, CT; and Paulsboro, NJ died on Sunday, February 25th at his home in Sanford, Maine where he had resided since May 2019. Born in Woodbury City, NJ on December 16, 1946, to the late Charles and Mary (Fisher) Bryant, he was the youngest of three children. Rowland was a graduate of Paulsboro High School Class of 1965. He earned his Associates in Computers from RCA Technical (Cherry Hills, NJ)...

Rhinebeck – Charles Robert Jochum, always known as Bob, 69, a longtime resident of Rhinebeck, passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2024 in Waterford, NY. Born on December 29, 1954, he was the son of Charles Gerard and Beatrice (Merrihew) Jochum. Bob was born and raised in Rhinebeck. After graduating from Rhinebeck High School, he became a General Contractor specializing in Masonry. Bob was truly proud of the work he did and keeping his business in the local community he...

Rhinebeck – Howard A. Traudt, 90, a lifetime resident of Rhinebeck, passed away at his home peacefully on February 24, 2024.   Born in Rhinebeck on November 1, 1933, he was the son of the late Louis and Etta (Brundage) Traudt. After graduating from the Rhinebeck School District, he honorably served in the US Army during Korea.   On January 8, 1956, after meeting on a blind date, Howard married the love of his life, Madelon “Lonnie” Napoli. Together they...

Rhinebeck - David Baldauf completed his earthly journey on February 20, 2024, at the age of 95. His Christian faith and commitment to stewarding the earth’s resources shaped his career choices, lifestyle, and public and Christian service. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. Preceding him in death were his parents, Alfred and Helen, and his brother and his wife, Milton and Margaret. Dave was a devoted husband to Marion for 68 years and a loving father and father-in-law to...

Stuart Robert Queen, Sr., 92, passed away Friday, February 2, 2024 at the Glens Falls Hospital. Stuart lived in Granville, NY for several years after moving from Rhinecliff where he was a longtime resident. Born November 24, 1931 in Tivoli, NY, he was the son of Frederick E. and Gertrude May (Staggers) Queen. He was a 1950 graduate of Rhinebeck High School. He enlisted in the Navy, spending four years on the destroyer, USS Bradford-DD 545, and taking part in the Korean War....