OBITS: Times Herald-Record 2 Aug 2005; Middletown, Orange co., New York text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for The USGenWeb Archives Project *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.org/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.org/ny/nyfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Times Herald-Record http://www.recordonline.com Abrams, Michael J. Michael J. Abrams, a heavy equipment operator for Allied Excavating in Warwick, N.Y., and lifelong resident of the area, died Friday July 29, 2005 in Highland Mills, N.Y. He was 22. The son of Kevin J. Abrams and Loraine B. Gordon Abrams, he was born August 26, 1982 in Middletown, N.Y. A family statement reads: "Michael loved his family and friends. He was a person who had many hobbies and lived life to its fullest. He will be sadly missed by all." He is survived by his parents, Kevin J. and Loraine B. Abrams of Central Valley; brother, Matthew J. Abrams of Central Valley; paternal grandfather, Elmer A. Abrams of Central Valley; maternal grandparents, Philomena and Harry Gordon of Monroe; goddaughter, Victoria Gordon of Monroe; and aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call at the Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home, 117 Maple Ave., Monroe, N.Y. on Tuesday August 2, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, August 3 at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Church, 26 Still Rd., Monroe, N.Y. with the Rev. George Pulparayil officiating. Burial will be in Cemetery of the Highlands, Highland Mills, N.Y. Memorial contributions in Michael's name may be made to Central Valley United Methodist Church, Memorial Fund, Smith Clove Rd., Central Valley, NY 10917, or St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, Box 1000, Dept. 300, Memphis, TX 38148. Arrangements were made by the Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Homes. Published in the Times Herald-Record from 8/1/2005 - 8/2/2005. Barry Jr., Eugene L. Eugene L. Barry Jr., a lifelong resident of the area, and retired cook for Mid-Hudson Psychiatric Center in Middletown, N.Y., died Sunday July 31, 2005 at Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, N.Y. He was 58. Son of the late Eugene L. Barry Sr. and Ethel M. Witheral Barry, he was born June 19, 1947 in Cornwall, N.Y. Mr. Barry was a life member of the Mechanicstown Fire Department and member of the Middletown Fire Department. He attended the Middletown Congregational Church in Middletown, N.Y., and was a member of the American Legion in Middletown. Mr. Barry was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the Vietnam War. He was also a flagman for the Orange County Speedway in Middletown. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Smith Barry, at home; two step-daughters, Virginia Williamson of Port Jervis and Brenda Rolf of Wassaic, N.Y.; two step-sons, John Williamson of Pine Plains, N.Y., and Robert Williamson of New Jersey; one brother, Kevin Barry and his wife, Diane, of Middletown; and two nieces, Allyson and Morgan. He was predeceased by three brothers: Robert, Edward and Harold Barry. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday August 3, 2005 at 1:30 PM in the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, Inc., 154 East Main St., Port Jervis, N.Y. with the Rev. Jordan Wong officiating. Burial will be in Wallkill Cemetery, Phillipsburg, N.Y. Funeral arrangements were made by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, Inc. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family, please visit Knight-Auchmoody.com. Published in the Times Herald-Record on 8/2/2005. Bianco Jr., Nicholas J. Formerly of Cornwall, N.Y. Nicholas J. Bianco, Jr. of Albany, N.Y., formerly of Cornwall, a former employee of the Holiday Inn in Newburgh, and Touch of Class Restaurant, died Saturday July 30, 2005 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, N.Y. He was 54. The son of the late Nicholas J. Bianco, Sr and Regina Knight Bianco, he was born February 28, 1951 in Newburgh, and was the husband of the late Loretta Brought Bianco. Survivors include his mother of Newburgh; a daughter, Nicole Bianco and her fianc‚, Christian Brunett Jr., of Virginia; a son, Michael Bianco of the Town of Newburgh; two sisters, Gaetana Bianco and Christine Young and her husband, both of the Town of Newburgh; brothers, John Bianco and Vince McKenna of Palm Springs, Calif.; one uncle, Joseph Knight of Newburgh; close friends, William Young and John Plude of Albany; and also several nieces, nephews, cousins, great-nieces and great-nephews. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday August 3, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the James F. Lulves Funeral Home, 9 Ave. A, Cornwall-On-Hudson, N.Y. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, August 4 at 10:00 AM. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the James F. Lulves Funeral Home. Published in the Times Herald-Record on 8/2/2005. Colandrea, Robert C. "Bob" Robert C. "Bob" Colandrea, a lifetime area resident, completed his ride through this earthly life on Saturday July 30, 2005 with his family by his side. Born October 22, 1945 in Cornwall, N.Y., Mr. Colandrea was President of Capital Area Motorcycling School, Inc., and a motorcycle safety foundation, RiderCoach; and he was past Vice President of Colandrea Trucking, Inc. He was a past Chief and EMT for the Middle Hope Fire Department; and was a past Vice Commodore for the Marlboro Yacht Club. Mr. Colandrea was also a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Bob was an avid motorcyclist and toured all 48 contiguous states, and all provinces of Canada. If there was a twisty road, he explored it. "Bob touched many lives with his dry wit and precise approach to life." He is survived by his wife and co-rider, Barbara; son, John and his wife, Robbin; granddaughter, Susan; soon-to-be-born grandson, Stephen; parents, Louis and Bernice Colandrea; brother, Ronald and his wife, Kathleen; mother-in-law, Elinor Johanson; a large extended family of Colandreas and Johansons; and many friends across the country. Visitation will be held on Tuesday August 2, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at The DiDonato Funeral Home, 1290 Route 9W, Marlboro, N.Y. On Wednesday, August 3, friends and family will gather at the funeral home at 9:00 AM then travel to Cedar Hill Cemetery for graveside services. Pastor Charles Gockel will officiate. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Newburgh, 745 Broadway, Newburgh, NY 12550; or Food Bank of the Hudson Valley, 195 Hudson St., Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY 12520. Arrangements were made by The DiDonato Funeral Service, Inc. * 2 WHEELS ARE WELCOME * Published in the Times Herald-Record from 8/1/2005 - 8/2/2005. Collins, Walter J. Mr. Walter J. Collins of Sparrowbush, a retired supervisor with the Navy Department in Newark, N.J., and 25-year resident of the area, died Monday August 1, 2005 at Schervier Pavilion in Warwick, N.Y. He was 88. He was born May 8, 1917 in Philadelphia, Pa., the son of the late Edward and the late Katherine Groh Cieslinski. Mr. Collins invented the original non-skid paint used on the Flight Deck of Air Craft Carriers to keep the planes from sliding off into the ocean. He was a member of the Tuscany Masonic Lodge of Brooklyn, N.Y. He is survived by his wife, Helen G. Bray Collins; two sons, Walter J. Collins Jr. of Whitestone, N.Y., and Robert C. Collins of Brooklyn, N.Y.; two daughters, Linda C. Calcaterra of Manalapan, N.J., and Helen B. Piserchia of Port Jervis; a step-daughter, Genalee Grant of Bethesda, Md.; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and cousins. Friends may call at the Gray-Parker Funeral Home, 100 E. Main St., Port Jervis, N.Y. on Tuesday August 2, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday August 3 at 11:00 AM in the funeral home with the Rev. Glenn Scheyhing officiating. Cremation will be at H.G. Smith Crematory in Stroudsburg, Pa. Funeral arrangements were made by the Gray-Parker Funeral Home. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family, please visit www.grayparkerfuneralhome.com. Published in the Times Herald-Record on 8/2/2005. Daw, John J. John J. Daw of Monroe, died July 31, 2005 at his home. He was 54 years of age. The son of Teresa Fennelly and the late Joseph Fennelly, he was born February 5, 1951 in New York, N.Y. John was a member of the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. John is survived by his wife of 32 years, Patricia M. Daw; son, Christopher Daw and his wife, Danielle; and son, Jason Daw. John is also survived by his two grandchildren, Andrew Martin Daw and Kendra Lauren Daw; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Wednesday August 3, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Centers, 139 Stage Rd., Monroe, N.Y. A Funeral Mass will be offered on Thursday, August 4 at 10:00 AM at the Chapel of the Sacred Heart, Stage Rd., Monroe, N.Y. Cremation will occur at Oxford Hills Crematory, Inc. in Chester, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Daw Memorial Fund, c/o Key Bank, P.O. Box 581, Chester, NY 10918 would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Flynn Funeral & Cremation Memorial Centers. Thomas F. Flynn, director. Published in the Times Herald-Record on 8/2/2005. Holloran III, John S. "Bill" John S. (Bill) Holloran III of Cornwall-On-Hudson, a longtime area resident, died Saturday July 30, 2005 in the comfort of his home, with his family at his side. He was 83. John was predeceased in 1988 by his wife, Grace Hook Holloran. The son of John S. and Frances Holloran, he was born June 18, 1922 in New York City. He was a graduate of New York Military Academy, Class of 1942; Clark University, Class of 1951; and the University of Virginia, Class of 1962. He retired as a history teacher at New York Military Academy in 1987. First Lieutenant John S. Holloran III was a World War II veteran serving 37 months in the Central Pacific Theater as an Infantry Rifle Platoon Leader with I Company 111th Infantry Regiment. Survivors include John S. and Diana Holloran IV of Ulster Park; Douglas and Anne Holloran of Cornwall; Mary Holloran of Wheaton, Ill.; Elizabeth and Michael McGuinness of Doylestown, Pa.; Martha and Michael Ferro of Endwell, N.Y.; Catherine and Steven Holmes of Matthews, N.C.; Christine and Brad Nickerson of Byron, N.Y.; his brother, Frank (Doc) Holloran; his sister, Frances (Mickey) Boyd; 12 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia Society or Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Inc. Funeral arrangements were made by the James F. Lulves Funeral Home, Inc., 9 Ave. A, Cornwall-On-Hudson, N.Y. Published in the Times Herald-Record on 8/2/2005. Lataro, Angelo M. Angelo M. Lataro, 81 years of age of Blairstown, N.J., died July 30, 2005 at his home following a long illness. He was born in Newark, N.J. to the late Joseph and Cataldo Corollo Lataro on February 5, 1924. He has been a resident of Blairstown since 1970 having previously lived in Stanhope and in earlier years in Union, N.J. Mr. Lataro retired in 1993 as a mechanical engineer technician with Picatinny Arsenal in Dover, N.J. after 27 years of employment. He was a member of St. Jude Roman Catholic Church in Blairstown and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. A World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy, he was also an avid Yankees fan. He is survived by his wife, the former Mary T. Kerstanski; his daughter, Deborah and her husband, Bob; two grandsons, Brian and Michael, all of Chester, N.J.; his two brothers, Charles of Union, N.J. and Salvatore of Bloomfield, N.J. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Wednesday August 3, 2005 in St. Jude Roman Catholic Church, Eisenhower Rd., Blairstown, N.J. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 2 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Newbaker Funeral Home, 200 Route 94, Blairstown, N.J. Memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association of N.J., 1600 Route 22 East, Union, NJ 07083; or the American Heart Association, 2550 Route 1, North Brunswick, NJ 08902. Published in the Times Herald-Record on 8/2/2005. Martinisi, Jennie D. Jennie D. Martinisi, a retired florist, died Sunday July 31, 2005 at home. She was 86. The daughter of the late Gregorio Papa and Venera Calabrese, she was born March 31, 1919 in Newburgh, N.Y. She loved the operetta and Hollywood musicals of the 30's and 40's, and her talents extended to floral design. She and her beloved husband, Sam, founded and owned Foti II, a prominent florist that served many in the Greater Newburgh area. Sabatino (Sam) Martinisi predeceased her. She is survived by three daughters: Nicolina Yassaman of Monroe, Denise Walker and Venera Martinisi, both of New Windsor; one sister, Mary Martinisi of New Windsor; one grandson, Adam Walker of New Windsor; and nieces and nephews: Anthony Austria, Venera Jean Martinisi, Camille Martinisi, Gregorio Papa, Jacqueline Murray, Rosalie Rossi and Achilles Rossi. She is also survived by Marcell Martinisi, Edith Martinisi, and Anthony Martinisi. Visitation will be held on Wednesday August 3, 2005 from 9:00 to 10:30 AM at the Hudson Valley Funeral Home, Inc., 239 Quassaick Ave. (Route 94), New Windsor, N.Y. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, August 3 at 11:00 AM in Sacred Heart Church, Newburgh, N.Y. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor, N.Y. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Anthony Cracolici of the Hudson Valley Funeral Home, Inc. Published in the Times Herald-Record from 8/2/2005 - 8/3/2005. McGar, Leon Leon McGar, a lifetime resident of Livingston Manor, died Monday August 1, 2005 at the Roscoe Community Nursing Home. He was 92. The son of the late Fred and Cecila Soules McGar, he was born June 4, 1913 in Grooville, N.Y. Leon was the widower of Mabel Slawson McGar. He was a retired laborer of Local Union #17 in Newburgh; a 50-year member of the Livingston Manor Lodge #791 F & AM; and a member of the Livingston Manor Presbyterian Church. Leon was predeceased by one son, Leon "Bub" McGar of Livingston Manor; one sister, Marian Heschles; one brother, Elmer McGar; and one grandson, Robert Robinson. He is survived by one son, Fred McGar of Livington Manor; two daughters, Virginia Gartland of White Sulphur Springs, and Joan Robinson of Livingston Manor; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:00 PM on Wednesday August 3, 2005 at the Herbert C. Bryant Funeral Home, 29 Pearl St., Livingston Manor, N.Y. Services will follow at 3:00 PM in the funeral home with the Rev. Bridgette LaConey officiating. Interment will be at Lew Beach Cemetery, Lew Beach. Arrangements are under the direction of Herbert C. Bryant Funeral Home. www.colonialbryantfuneralhome.com or 845-439-4333. Published in the Times Herald-Record on 8/2/2005. Morris, Daniel E. Daniel E. Morris, a retired machinist for Kolmar Labs, Inc. in Port Jervis, N.Y., and lifelong resident of the area, died Monday August 1, 2005 at his home. He was 63. Son of the late Joseph Morris and Helen Poletyski Morris, he was born April 22, 1942 in Port Jervis, N.Y. A veteran of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, he was a member of Roosa-Fleming V.F.W. Post #161 in Port Jervis, N.Y. He is survived by his wife, Beth Kurtz Morris, at home; one daughter, Jamie Morris of Hancock, N.Y.; and four grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother, James Morris. Friends may call at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, Inc., 154 East Main St., Port Jervis, N.Y. from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Wednesday August 3, 2005. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in Port Jervis, N.Y. Memorial contributions in Daniel's name may be made to Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Inc., 800 Stony Brook Court, Newburgh, NY 12550. Arrangements were made by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, Inc. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family, please visit Knight-Auchmoody.com. Published in the Times Herald-Record on 8/2/2005. Piaquadio, Theresa Ann Theresa Ann Piaquadio, an all-around great mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and longtime resident of the Town of Newburgh, died Sunday July 31, 2005 at Elant at Newburgh. She was 88. Daughter of the late Constantino and Rose Irma Natole Tota, she was born January 17, 1917 in Bronx, N.Y. She was the widow of Angelo Piaquadio. Mrs. Piaquadio attended Our Lady of the Lake Church. She is survived by her sons, Eugene Piaquadio Sr., Dennis Piaquadio and Gilbert Piaquadio, all of Newburgh; brother, Leno Mario Tota of Yonkers, N.Y.; seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Wednesday August 3, 2005 from 4-8 PM at the White & Venuto Funeral Home, 188 North Plank Rd. (Route 32), Town of Newburgh, N.Y. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday August 4 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, Route 52, Orange Lake, Town of Newburgh, N.Y., with Father John Jaume officiating. Entombment will follow in Cedar Hill Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Patrick's Soup Kitchen, 55 Grand St., Newburgh, NY 12550. Arrangements were made by the White & Venuto Funeral Home. Published in the Times Herald-Record from 8/2/2005 - 8/3/2005. Rodriguez, Jose Reinaldo "Rei" Jose Reinaldo "Rei" Rodriguez of New Windsor, a counselor with Turning Point, St. Francis Hospital, entered into rest on Tuesday July 26, 2005 at home among the comfort of his family. He was 69. Son of the late Jose Rodriguez and Adelina Sepulveda, and the late Angela Negron, he was born June 13, 1936 in Ponce, Puerto Rico. A family statement reads: "Reinaldo was a loving and generous father who always worked hard for his family. The warmth of his smile and presence was palpable, and his family and friends basked in it. He found deep satisfaction in his work at the Turning Point, especially with his colleagues; and as a leader in the Hispanic program. He knew how to turn a tough situation around with humor and could quickly have us all smiling at life's predicaments. As his children remind us, their dad's comment set this occasion of his passing is, "The beat goes on." We acknowledge him and miss him every day." Reinaldo was a member of his local homeowner's association. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Webb Rodriguez of Monroe; his children: Afra Rodriguez of San Juan, Puerto Rico, Ryan Webb Rodriguez and Emily Webb Rodriguez, both of New Windsor and Monroe, and Sierra Filucci of Oakland, Calif.; a sister, Marganta Rodriguez of Ponce, Puerto Rico; two brothers, Jose Luis Rodriguez and Anibal Rodriguez of Puerto Rico; a grandchild, Lola Margarita Contreras of Oakland, Calif.; and nieces and nephews: Manuel, Luisito, Jose Antonio, Damaris, Ivis, Suehane and Yahir. He was predeceased by a brother, Jose Enrique Rodriguez. Funeral services and burial took place in Ponce, Puerto Rico on Saturday, July 30. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations on Reinaldo's behalf may be sent to the Turning Point Hispanic Program, 11 Hastings Dr., Beacon, NY 12508-2026. Arrangements under the direction of Brooks-DiDonato Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh, N.Y. www.Brooks-DiDonato.com Published in the Times Herald-Record from 7/29/2005 - 8/6/2005.