Bernard D. Walker, Sr., 75, of Hudson, died peacefully at Columbia Memorial Hospital on Sunday, October 5, 2014. Born in White Plains on April 10, 1939, he was the son of the late David and Loretta (Dennelly) Walker. Bernard was a truck driver for many years before retiring. He drove bus for Pat Zanchelli. He was a life member of W.H. Morton Engine #1 and his cats brought him much joy. Bernard was predeceased by his wife, Peggy Walker, and his brother, Richard Walker. He is survived by two sisters, Pat Walker Olm and Sharon Walker Carney, both of Hudson; his son, Bernard D. Walker, Jr. (Tracey) of Philmont, two daughters, Lori Walker and Debbie Walker Snack, both of Hudson, 7 grandchildren, and one great-grandson. Graveside services will be held at 2 pm Friday at Cedar Park Cemetery. Anyone wishing to follow the hearse should be in the Bates & Anderson parking lot by 1:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Bernard’s memory be made to the Columbia Greene Humane Society in Hudson
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William Koglman
William Koglman, 88, of Greenport, died Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at his residence. William was born October 6, 1926 in Hudson. He served in the US Army as a Technician 4th Class with the 29th Medical Depot Command. He earned the Good Conduct Medal, the WW II Victory Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, and the Distinguish Unit Citation. William was a machinist at the V & O Press in Hudson. Surviving are his wife, Ruth (Bednar) Koglman, and his daughters, Barbara Baker and Gail Ziegler. Funeral services are private. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 8 Storm Avenue, Hudson, NY, 12534
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Annabella Allen
Annabella Allen, 74, of Hudson, died Monday, October 20, 2014 at Pine Haven Nursing Home in Philmont. Born November.19, 1939 in Hudson, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Anna (Klinger)Tkacy. She worked in the assembly department at KAZ, Inc. She was a life long resident of Hudson, and a loving wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. Annabella is survived by her son, Jonathan Allen (Alysia), two grandchildren, Jennie Mae and Jack, three sisters, Susan Higgins of Claverack, Arlene Branton of Hudson, and Marion Hotaling of Schenectady, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, John Allen, and two brothers, Walter and Stanley. A calling hour will begin at 10 am Friday at the Bates & Anderson – Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home, followed by services at 11 am at the funeral home. Burial will be in Cedar Park Cemetery.
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Mary A. Swintoka
Mary A. Swintoka, 96, of Hudson, N.Y., passed away Wednesday, October 22nd, 2014. Born June 17th, 1918 in Hudson, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Rocco and Giuseppina (Panella) Fino. She married Frank Swintoka on June 16th, 1946 in Hudson. He predeceased her in 1963. Mary retired as an Administrative Assistant from Hudson River Bank and Trust Company in 1994. She was a strong willed, determined, energetic, independent woman, who raised three daughters by herself after losing Frank. She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and loved spending time with them. One of the highlights of her life was traveling to Italy to meet her extended family in Abruzzi. She is survived by her daughters, Marie (Robert) Gagen and Teresa (David) Fagan, and son-in-law, David Wadsworth, as well as her grandchildren, Emily Gagen of Chapel Hill, N.C., Cody Gagen of Greenport, and Scott (Lisa) Whitmore of Averill Park, N.Y. She is also survived by great-grandchildren, Zachary and Joshua Whitmore, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her daughter, Elizabeth Whitmore. A calling hour will begin at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 28th, 2014 at Bates & Anderson – Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home, followed by an 11 a.m. service at the funeral home. Burial will be at Cedar Park Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions can be made to Community Hospice, 47 Liberty St., Catskill, N.Y. 12414.
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Evelyn “Evie” D. Gardner
Evelyn “Evie” D. Gardner, 85, of Hillsdale, passed away Monday, October 27, 2014 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born April 3, 1929 in Littleton, New Hampshire, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Alice Goodell. Evie was a Real Estate Broker and co-owner of Gardner & Gardner Real Estate in Hillsdale with her late husband, Charles “Bud” K. Gardner, Jr. They started the insurance business in Hudson in the 1950’s. Bud and Evie were married for 63 years before his passing in 2012. Bud and Evie enjoyed living and raising their family on Copake Lake, at first spending the summer there and then building their home there. She loved water and snow skiing and gardening. Evie is the beloved mother of Charles “Buddy” K. Gardner, III, and his wife, Judy, of Hillsdale, Christine G. Messenger (George Czerno) of Hillsdale, and Linda Dedrick, and her husband, Wayne, of Hillsdale, five loving grandchildren, Alicia O’Rourke Fink, and her husband Jed, and their children, Logan and Kaitlin of Austerlitz, Justin and Beth Gardner, and their son, Bennett, of Massachusetts, Seth Gardner of Hillsdale, Christopher Dedrick of East Greenbush, and Wayne Dedrick, Jr. of Germantown, and many nieces and nephews. There are no services. Donations may be made to Community Hospice of Columbia Greene, 47 Liberty St., Catskill, NY, 12414.
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Barbara A. MacCormack
Barbara A. MacCormack, 61, of Stockport, passed away Monday, October 27, 2014 at Columbia Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Born January 30, 1953 in Hudson, she was the daughter of the late Orville and Marilyn (Spateholts) Mateer. She was also predeceased by two brothers, Laroy and Orville T. Mateer. Surviving are two daughters, Michele Herber (Dennis) of Stockport and Janis MacCormack of Hudson; best friends, Danny and Millie Yakman of Stuyvesant; three grandchildren, who were her world, Colin and Mallory Herber, and Hunter LaValley; a niece, a nephew, two sisters-In-law, and several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Barbara graduated from Hudson High School in 1971. She was a stay at home mom until she returned to work as a clerk for the NY State Dept of Labor. She was an honorary member of HW Rogers Hose Ladies Auxilary #2 Fire Dept and a member of Stockport #1Firehouse, where she served as President of the Ladies Auxiliary. Barb loved camping and fishing with friends and family, visiting the Casino, shopping, spoiling her grandbabies, watching her granddaughter dance in competitions, and spending time with her family and friends. She was a caring person with a huge heart and would do anything for anyone. She will be greatly missed by all. Calling hours are 2-4 Sunday at the Bates & Anderson – Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home. Services will be held at 11 am Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Michele Herber.
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Kevin J. Novak
Kevin J. Novak, 60, of Greenport, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2014. Born on July 3, 1954 in Hudson, he was the son of the late James M. and Edna (Cooley) Novak. Kevin was an x-ray technician at Columbia Memorial Hospital for over 30 years. He loved antiques, traveling, and his family and friends. Kevin could always be counted on if they needed anything. He was a member of the US and England Titanic Society and was friends with many of the survivors, including Millvina Dean, who was the last survivor of the Titanic. Surviving are his brother, Terry Novak, and his companion, Sharon Porreca, of Greenport, a special cousin, Pat Prata, several nieces and nephews, and numerous friends, too many to mention. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, James D. Davis. Services are private and at the convenience of the family.
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James R. Miller
James R. Miller, 78, of Taghkanic, passed away Friday afternoon, October 31, 2014 at Columbia Memorial Hospital. Services will be announced.
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Elizabeth J. Dovigh
Elizabeth Jane Dovigh, 73, of Kiskatom passed away Monday November 3, 2014 following a long illness. Elizabeth, B.J. to friends and family, was part owner of K&D Repair Shop, Catskill and a member of the Kiskatom Fire Department Ladies Auxilliary for over 40 years. She is survived by her husband of 55 years Frank J. Dovigh of Kiskatom as well as sons Frank and Jeffery, daughters-in-law Cressa and Crystal and 6 grandchildren; Nicolette, Evan, Logan, Emily, Carly, and Seth. She had many dear friends but especially close are Elizabeth Fellows of Smyrna, DE, Kathy Schultz, MaryAnn Kiefer, and MaryAnna VanDuesen of Catskill, and Bess Yeager of Biloxi, MS. Visiting hours will be Thursday, November 6, 2014 from 4:00 to 7:00 at the Firemen’s Home, 125 Harry Howard Avenue, Hudson, NY 12534. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 10:00 in the Chapel at the Firemen’s Home. Burial will follow in the Firemen’s Home Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Firemen’s Home
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Paulette V. Riegel
Paulette V. Riegel, 65, of Philmont, died Saturday, November 1, 2014 at Columbia Memorial Hospital. Paulette was born October 9, 1949 in Hudson, NY. She is the daughter of the late Robert and Virginia (Snyder) Whitbeck. For the last 20 years she lived in Silver Springs, FL, until recently moving back to Philmont. She is survived by her husband William Riegel Sr., her son William (Shirley) Riegel Jr. two daughters; Wendy Riegel (Fiancé Ron Hicks), and Roberta (William) Lovett. Her grandchildren, Kaitlin and Kayla Riegel, Donavon Rubinstein, and, Joshua Crusan. She is also survived by two brothers Chuck and Carl Albertsson, and many other close family members.
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Richard J. Nack
Richard J. Nack, 57, of Hillsdale passed away peacefully on November 6, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born March 21 1957 in Hudson, NY, Richard is the son of Catherine (Barto) Nack-Ruby of Inverness, FL, his father Richard T. Nack predeceased him in 1986. Richard’s career was in golf course maintenance and turf management, serving in every capacity imaginable from golf course superintendent to fertilizer sales representative. He was most recently employed by Valley Green in Holyoke, MA. He was passionate about music, and played bass guitar for several bands that traveled up and down the east coast. Most of all, Richard loved being with his son Mason, participating in Boy Scouts of America functions, fishing, and enjoying a New York Yankee game together. In addition to his mother Catherine and son Mason, Richard is survived by his wife Cindy (Bull) Nack, sister Becky (Ken) Schopp of Sheffield, MA, father and mother in law William and Marie Bull of Chatham, along with many nieces, nephews, sisters and brothers in law. Visitation hours followed by a funeral service will be Monday 4-6pm at the Bates and Anderson Redmond-Keeler Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Mason Nack college fund c/o Salisbury Bank PO Box 757 Canaan, CT 06018
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Laura Jean Ribley
Laura Jean Yorck Ribley, of Claverack, NY passed away Sunday, November 09, 2014 at Columbia Memorial Hospital, in the loving embrace of her granddaughter, after spending days surrounded and supported by those who love her. Born January 21, 1932 in Stone Cliff, West Virginia, she was the daughter of Joseph Claud Robinson and Lorena May (Clements) Robinson. She moved to Hudson, NY during high school and remained living in Columbia County for the rest of her life. She preferred being called Jean since northerners could not pronounce Laura in the familiar, southern style. She married her high school sweetheart, Harold William Yorck of Hudson in September 1951, and they made their home in Claverack. In 1963 Harold died of cancer, leaving her a 31 year-old widow with four little ones. She learned to drive, went to work at Sterling Winthrop Laboratories in Rennselaer, and worked hard to raise her children. In 1974 she became re-acquainted with another Hudson High School graduate, Royal Ribley, and romance soon followed. The two were wed on March 15, 1975 in Stottville, NY and made their home at the Ribley farm homestead on Gahbauer Road in Claverack, until his death in 1993. It was a gathering place for family and friends where at any time one could be called upon to help with the farm chores — anything from haying to calving. Jean was a member of both the West Ghent Fire Auxiliary and Mellenville Grange No. 1255, and was a card and board game aficionado. She was renowned for her ability to turn an average pinochle hand into a power house or gain maximum triple score points with two letter words on the Scrabble board. She dealt with life with a bright smile and sparkling eyes, something she never lost through her Alzheimer’s struggle. In recent years Jean lived with her son, Brian Yorck, and his wife, Diane (Boice) at their Claverack home. As her Alzheimer’s progressed, she moved to Pine Haven Nursing facility in Philmont, NY where nurses and staff provided a safe, comforting home. Besides Brian and Diane, Jean is survived by a daughter, Jean Yorck of South Glens Falls, and a son and daughter-in-law, Michael Yorck and Eve-Lynn (Walker) of Colchester, VT. Additionally she leaves behind 6 grandchildren: Jennifer, Amanda and Elizabeth Yorck and Eric, David and Ryan Nichols; and 3 great grandchildren, Asia Rippy and Warren and Sylvia Mosher. She was pre-deceased by her son, Harold Yorck, Jr., and a grandson, Shawn Devin Nichols. Jean also leaves behind two dear, long-time friends, Hank and Babs Croteau of Claverack, and a special sister-in-law, Lillian Willis of Gansevoort, NY. Calling hours will be at Bates and Anderson Funeral home on Green Street in Hudson on Wednesday from 4-7pm, with a celebration of Jean’s life on Thursday at 11 am at the funeral home, followed by internment in the Cedar Park Cemetery in Hudson, NY. A luncheon at the West Ghent Fire House will follow. Those wishing to make memorial contributions may do so to the charity of their choice.
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Thomas M. Juliano
Thomas M. Juliano, 55, of Hudson, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2014 at his residence. Born March 5, 1959 in Albany, he is the son of Joan (Ray) Juliano of Albany, and the late Vincent Juliano. He was employed at Shop-Rite for over 40 years, starting as a bagger while attending LaSalle Institute, and working his way up to store manager. He worked at several locations before coming to the Shop-Rite Store in Hudson. Tom liked to live life to the fullest. He enjoyed riding his bike to the Catskill Creek to swim and unwind, and go to the beach and ocean. Tom was a licensed Real Estate Agent and loved purchasing and selling properties. In addition to his mother, surviving are his wife, Christine (Gueldner) Juliano of Hudson, two children, Teigan Juliano of Niskayuna and Jaimy (Jess) Juliano of Grayslake, IL, his sister, Janice Juliano of Albany, three brothers, Vincent Juliano of Delanson, Mark Juliano of East Greenbush, and Michael Juliano of Albany, his granddaughter, Evie Juliano of Grayslake, IL, three stepsons, Benjamin Kopec of Red Hook, A.J. Kopec of Craryville, and Shawn Pollack of Lansingburgh, and seven step-grandchildren. Calling hours are 4-7 pm Friday at the Bates & Anderson – Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home. Services will follow at 7 pm at the funeral home. Donations in Tom’s name may be made to Matthew 25 Food Pantry, 8 Union St., Catskill, NY, 12414.
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Donald R. Decker
Donald R. Decker, 69, of Hudson, died Nov. 14, 2014 at Livingston Hills Nursing Home. Born April 26, 1945 in Sharon, CT, he was the son of the late Ethel and Clarence Decker, Sr. He is survived by a brother, Gary (Darlene) Decker of Kent, CT, four sisters, Phyllis Miller of Pine Plains, Kathryn Barney and Gail Hart, both of Philmont, and Candy Simmons of Livingston, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by two brothers, Clarence Decker, Jr. and Ronald Decker. Calling hours are 5-7 pm Wednesday at Bates & Anderson Funeral Home. Services will follow at 7 pm at the funeral home.
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Hazel M. Hamm
Hazel M. Hamm, 95, of Stockport, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Pine Haven Nursing Home in Philmont. Born August 3, 1919 in Milan, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Marjorie Wyant. Hazel was a homemaker and loved spending time with her family. She was a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Stockport and enjoyed gardening. She was a life long area resident. Surviving are her daughter-in-law, Betty Hamm of Stockport, 11 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, George H. Hamm, her son, James Hamm, and her siblings, Grace Rose, Florence Hill, Eleanor Hawver, Sophia Stickles, and George, Ellsworth, and Franklin Wyant. A calling hour will begin at 9 am Saturday at the Bates & Anderson – Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home. Services will follow at 10 am at the funeral home. Burial will be in Cedar Park Cemetery.
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Dennis William Weigelt
Dennis William Weigelt, born February 1, 1950, passed away of natural causes on Friday, November 21, 2014. He is survived by two brothers, Clifford R. Weigelt and William J. Weigelt, four sisters, Nancy Donaldson, Marily Bell, Beverly Baillargeon, and Heidi Gerlach, and multiple nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of Ockawamick Central School and SUNY Delhi. He served two years in the US Army. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held at the discretion of the family. Donations may be made to CGHS in his memory.
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Martha M. McDonald
Martha M McDonald Born Sept 14, 1927 Died Nov 22, 2014. On November 22, 2014 Martha McDonald passed away peacefully at Columbia Memorial hospital. She was born Martha Bogan and was the only daughter of Alice Bogan (Winans) and Harold Bogan, Both deceased. She has a loving brother, Harold Bogan, of Syracuse NY and Grand Rapids MI. She married Joseph F. McDonald, of Hudson, (who predeceased her) and leaves two children, Joseph P. McDonald of Dayton, Ohio and Brigid Fonda of Livingston NY. In heaven, she joins her sisters in law, Claire Bogan of Syracuse and Hanora McDonald of Hudson. She was a loving aunt to Karen Scripsema, Kathy Slazik, Harold Bogan and Michael Bogan, of Syracuse NY. Martha was very close to the children of her beloved cousin, Helen Chaikowski (deceased). She was loved and admired by John Chaikowski, Mary lou Chaikowski, Jean Chaikowski, Walter Chaikowski and Mark Chaikowski. She leaves two Grandchildren, Rose McDonald and Max McDonald of Centerville Ohio. She loved her daughter in law, Christine McDonald and her family, the Collins’ from Cincinnati, Ohio. She also leaves behind a future son in law, Dr. Louis Di Giovanni. She graduated from St Mary’s school in Hudson NY and worked for over 30 years with New York Telephone. She enjoyed her work but retired when her husband passed in 1986. She resided in Hudson her whole life and lived on McKinstry Place, where she had many friends and neighbors including, the Moores, Englekes, Merantes, Morrisons and LeChance family. She was an avid walker and enjoyed reading and bible study. Her two greatest gifts were an unbending faith in Jesus Christ and a god given ability to make and keep friends. Some of her closest friends included, Marylou Groll and her family as well as Barbara Ellsworth and her children; Jacqueline, Stephanie, Michael and Jennifer. Molly’s friends also included Jeannie Miller, Jeanette Wyant, Priscilla Moore, Ann Morrison and Pat and Sonny Smegoski. So many other people were connected to her and were loved by her that it would be impossible to list them all. A public viewing will be held at Bates and Anderson Funeral home 110 Green St, on November 25, 2014 from 4-7 pm. A mass of Christian burial will commence at 10 am November 26, 2014 at St Mary’s Church on East Allen St In Hudson NY. The family wishes to thank the staff at Livingston Hills and the staff at Columbia Memorial Hospital for their dedication and support of Molly. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a contribution be made to the Alzheimer’s association, www.alz.org.
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Charles C. Poppiti
Charles C. Poppiti, 92, of Hudson, died Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at Whittier Nursing Center in Ghent. Born on May 18, 1922 in Hudson, he is the son of the late Joseph and Maria (Pellegrino) Poppiti. He was predeceased by his wife of 71 years, Phyllis “Felicina” E. (Cavallari) Poppiti on August 7, 2014. Charles was the last to pass away from his blended family of eight children. He was a lifelong resident of Hudson. Charles was the owner and operator of McKenna’s Bar and Restaurant in Hudson. He was a kind and gentle man who loved and supported his family. He was beloved by his family and friends. Charles was a 50 year member of the Hudson Elks Club and a member of St. Mary’s Church. He leaves his devoted children, his daughter and son-in-law, Maria and Dr. Howard Lubin of Devon, Pennsylvania and his son, Joseph Poppiti of Albany; four loving grandchildren, Bradford Oberwager of San Francisco, Jane Scalcione of Milan, Italy, Andrew Oberwager of New York, and Elisabeth Lubin of Devon, Pennsylvania; three loving great-grandchildren, Lauren and Lucas Oberwager of San Francisco and Isabella Scalcione of Milan, and many nieces and nephews. A calling hour will begin at 11:30 am Saturday at the Bates & Anderson – Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1 pm at St. Mary’s Church in Hudson. Burial will be in Cedar Park Cemetery.
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Stephanus Kuzmiak
Stephanus Kuzmiak, 82, of Greenport, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at his residence. Born July 2, 1932 in Ghent, he was the son of the late Steve and Katherine (Ofsansky) Kuzmiak. He served in the Air Force from 1952 to 1960. He retired from the NY State Thruway in Canaan, where he was employed in the maintenance Department for over 20 years. He also worked for the Albany Carpenters Union Local #291, the Atlas Cement Company, as a cabinet maker for Streetor’s in Chatham, and part time at the Copake Country Club. He enjoyed football and baseball and loved to travel and play golf. Surviving are three children, Janet Nelson, Stephen Kuzmiak, and Carolyn Gray, his siblings, William Kuzmiak, Betty (James) Flaherty, Nicholas Kuzmiak, and Irene (John) Colwill, three grandchildren, his loving companion, Barbara Caro, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two sisters, Katherine Smith and Ann Ocean. Calling hours are 11 am to 12:30 pm Saturday at the Bates & Anderson – Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 12:30 pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Community Hospice of Columbia Greene, 47 Liberty St., Catskill, NY, 12414.
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Robert G. Parlman
Robert G. Parlman passed away peacefully on November 29, 2014 with his beloved wife Jeanette at his side in their home at Copake Lake. He was 86 years of age. He was predeceased by his mother, Nora (Rowe) Parlman, his father, William Morris Parlman, his siblings, Calvin Parlman, Eleanora “Babe” (Parlman) Northrop, Virginia (Parlman) Shufelt, Charlotte (Parlman) Hallenbeck, Ruby (Parlman) Voltz, William Parlman, and Catherine (Parlman) DeVane, his wife, Dolores (Conte) Parlman, and his daughter, Jeanne (Parlman) Goldman. Bob is survived by his son, Robert M. Parlman of Holland, Michigan, his daughter, Joni Parlman of Bisbee, Arizona, 8 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren, all of whom he dearly loved and would travel with his wife to visit. After graduating from Hudson High School, Bob enlisted in the Army and was stationed at Fort George E. Meade in Maryland as a radio operator and driver. He was a member of the honor guard for burials at Arlington Cemetery. Upon his honorable discharge, Bob apprenticed under Lionel Northrop as a painter and paper hanger. He then joined the Hudson City Police Department in 1952 retiring 26 years later to devote full time to his painting and wall papering business. Over the years he became well known throughout Columbia, Greene, and Dutchess Counties as a master craftsman. He used his talents for residential and commercial industries. Bob married Dolores Conte on March 26, 1949 and was a devoted husband and father of their three children. Upon Dolores’ passing, Bob married his childhood friend, Jeanette Edwards. Bob and Jeanette spent 27 years together traveling and building their “dream House” at Copake Lake, where he passed away peacefully with his beloved Jeanette by his side. Calling hours are 4-7 pm Wednesday at the Bates & Anderson – Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home. Services will be held at 11 am Thursday at Christ Church Episcopal in Hudson. Burial will be in Cedar Park Cemetery. .
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