All Obituaries

Thomas Weir Wright, 69 of Ancram, NY and New York City passed away unexpectedly on May 4th, 2021.   Tom was born on December 13th, 1951 in Washington DC and graduated from Hoosac School in Upstate, NY in 1970.  He studied Theosophic Philosophy at Boston University for one year after which he traveled to Afghanistan, Greece, Israel, Turkey, and France, amongst many other destinations known only to himself.  After the death of his mother in late 1973, he settled on the Eastern...

Judith D. Parliman, passed away peacefully June 19, 2021 at the Baptist Home at Brookmeade in Rhinebeck, with her loving husband by her side.  Judy was born June 18, 1938 in Schenectady, New York to the late Christian Dufel and Mildred Dufel Hotaling. She attended Russell Sage College and graduated in 1959 from Ellis Hospital School of Nursing in Schenectady. On September 23, 1961 she married Ronald G. Parliman at the Centre Glenville Methodist Church in Scotia.   After...

Ellsworth “Skip” Johnson, 71, of West Stockbridge passed away peacefully on June 19, 2021 at Fairview Hospital in Great Barrington. He was born on February 4, 1950 in Rhinebeck to the late Ellsworth John and Jennie Elizabeth Johnson.  At a young age Skip took an interest in farming. Which led to him being involved in 4-H and went on to become a machinist. However, his passion was farming, and animal husbandry. As a teenager, along with a veterinarian from Cornell, they...

Robert E. Kipp, 75, passed away on June 18, 2021 at his residence. He was born in Rhinebeck on January 7, 1946 to the late Robert C. and Alma (Funk) Kipp. On December 23, 1968 he married Faith Hendricks, and together they shared 52 years of marriage. Robert worked in the maintenance department at Taconic DDSO in Wassaic for 38 years before retiring to spend more time with his family. He enjoyed working on his cars, and was always fixing something. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and...

Allene L. McGee 56 passed away Tuesday June 15 at home in Copake after a sudden illness. Born September 23, 1964 she is predeceased by her parents, Harold and Josephine Craver of Philmont. A fiercely intelligent and hard-working woman, Allene was an invaluable member of management at Pretium Packing in Philmont, NY where she dedicated over 30 years of her life. She worked right up to the last day of her life and was an irreplaceable employee that will be sorely missed. Besides her...

We have lost another Renaissance Man. Tom Garrick has left us to join so many of his family who have preceded him to be with the Lord. Thomas Michael Garrick, was born on February 3, 1939, to David Leo Garrick and Mary Ellen Regan in New York City. The Garrick family lived in The Bronx where Tom attended Public School 97 with his 2 older brothers. His only sister joined the family in 1942. Their father retired from the NYFD in 1950 and all moved Upstate. Gallatin in Columbia County was...

Donald G. Spohr, age 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday May 29th, 2021.  Don was born August 7th, 1932 at Albany Medical Center.  Don was a loving husband to Joyce Case Spohr, they were married in January 1953.  Don loved to hunt, fish and had many other outdoor callings.  Don had one best friend; his son Gary, he called him Mister Fix It.  Don became a well-known dowser for finding good drinking water. He taught dowsing to a good many friends saying they will...

Robert F. Couse Sr., 88, of Pine Plains, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at his residence. Born on November 15, 1932 in Livingston, The son the son of the late Adrian Couse and Grace (Smith) Couse. Mr. Couse retired from IMB after 36 years and also retired after 34 years as a Police Officer for the Town of Pine Plains. He was a United States Army Veteran having served in Korea during hostilities.   He served the Town of Pine Plains for a total of 58 years; 16 as...

Toni Ann O’Dell, 39, passed away on May 18, 2021 at Vassar Brothers Medical center. She was born on November 5, 1981 in Sharon, CT. The daughter of Dreena DiBernardino and Bryant O’Dell. At age sixteen she began working, most recently was the head of housekeeping at Mashomack Preserve. She enjoyed spending time with her children and was a devoted mother. Toni Ann will be remembered as a great mother, sister, aunt and daughter. Toni is survived by her three loving children,...

Sidney Smith Benham passed away at home on May 13th 2021 surrounded by family in his home. He was born July 28th of 1934 on the family farm in Stanfordville, NY. He resided in the area for his whole life and worked as a general contractor/woodworker. He served in the army in the early 50’s. He was a regular at local restaurants like Sonny's and the old Home Plate, where he would meet with his friends and eat breakfast. During his retirement, he enjoyed riding around in both...