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Luke F. Chickery
POUGHKEEPSIE - Luke F. Chickery, 91, of Poughkeepsie, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2008 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center. A lifelong Poughkeepsie resident, Mr. Chickery was a retired machinist, working for IBM in Poughkeepsie for 25 years. He retired in 1975. He was a member of the IBM Quarter Century Club. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II in China, Burma and India. He was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Poughkeepsie. Born in Poughkeepsie on March 31, 1917, he was the son of George and Angelina Malavarco Chickery. He attended schools in the City of Poughkeepsie. On Feb. 16, 1946 at St. Mary's Church in Wappingers Falls, he married Clara E. DiZillo. Mrs. Chickery survives her husband at home in Poughkeepsie. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Linda F. Jones and her husband, Thomas of Red Springs, NC; and Lorraine M. Milanese and her husband, Gino of Viera, FL; four grandsons, Thomas and his wife, Brenda Jones; Christopher and his wife, Jeanette Milanese; Kevin and his wife, Kathi Jones; and Steven and his wife, Jill Milanese; one granddaughter, Terri and her husband, James Miscedra; nine great-grandchildren, Kayleigh, Adriana, Derek, Alicia, Courtney, Gina, Conor, Lacey, and Vincenzo. Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. He was predeceased by two sisters, Josephine Fiore and Jennie Caro and four brothers, Julian, Carl, Arthur, and Anthony. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Michael Torsone Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 218 Mill St., Poughkeepsie. Wheelchair accessibility to the funeral home is located at the rear of the funeral home off Vassar Street. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 23, at 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. Burial will follow in St. Peter's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Adriance Memorial Library, 93 Market St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
William Chorney
TOWN OF LAGRANGE - William Chorney, 91, a lifelong resident of the Town of LaGrange, died Saturday, July 19, 2008 at his residence. Mr. Chorney was a farmer and owned and operated Elmwood Acres Farm in the Town of LaGrange for many years, retiring in 2000. Born in Pleasant Valley on March 7, 1917, he was the son of Karl and Pauline Chorney. On August 6, 1944 at Friends Meeting House in Poughkeepsie, William married Helen Bell. Mrs. Chorney survives at home. He was a charter and life member of LaGrange Fire Co. #1 and a life member of New York State Grange. In addition to his wife Helen, William is survived by his son William S. Chorney of T/LaGrange; his daughter Susan Johnson of Canan, NY; grandchildren William F. Chorney of T/LaGrange, Beth Ann Neilson of Phoenix, AZ, and Dana G. Neilson of Germany; great grandchildren William F. Chorney of Millbrook, and Linus Neilson of Germany; sisters Mary Kopchen of Pleasant Valley and Pauline Pierson of Copake, NY. He was predeceased by an infant daughter Marion Chorney; a sister Anne Chorney; and 2 brothers John and Karl Chorney. Visitation will be Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm at Allen Funeral Home, 1605 Main St., Pleasant Valley. Funeral services will be Thursday 11 am from the funeral home. Interment will follow in Freedom Plains Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in William's memory to Hospice of Dutchess County, 374 Violet Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. com
Rosabelle Michaelis
LAGRANGEVILLE - Rosabelle Michaelis, 98, life-long Dutchess County resident passed away on July 18, 2008 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center. Rosabelle was born and raised on a dairy farm on July 2, 1910, the daughter of the late Stephen and Jennie Hustis Anthony. On July 26, 1936, Rosabelle became a dairy farmer's wife when she married Herman Michaelis, who predeceased her on November 25, 1977. Rosabelle was a graduate of the former New Paltz Normal School, where she received her certification as a school teacher. She taught in oneroom school houses for many years. Rosabelle worked as an elementary school teacher for the Arlington School District, teaching at Beekman Elementary and LaGrange Elementary, until she retired in 1973. Rosabelle was a member of the New York State Retired Teachers Association Rosabelle enjoyed a lot of thing throughout her life; she was an avid gardener, she loved flowers; she loved to read, especially Shakespeare. She was a member of the Senior Citizens of Unionvale. When she was in her 80s, she discovered hot-air balloon rides, and loved them, every chance she had, she would be in one. Rosabelle is survived by her two sons: Robert Michaelis and his wife Judith of Lagrangeville and Donald Michaelis and his wife Pamela of Albuquerque, NM. She leaves behind her pride and joy of five grandchildren: Adrianne Hamcke-Wicker and her husband Steve of Glenburnie, MD; John Michaelis and his wife Ellen of Poughkeepsie; Sarah Twomey and her husband Paul of Durham, ME; Jessica Grover and her husband Jay of Spokane, WA; Annie Portia Michaelis of Cambridge, MA; and also five great-grandchildren: Mackenzie Shea, Sophie Rose Michaelis, Victoria Rose Andena Grover, Andrew and Brian Wicker; and several nieces, nephews and many friends. She was predeceased by her daughter Carol Hamcke; her sister, Alma Whitaker and brother Chan Anthony. A Memorial Service will be held in memory of Rosabelle 11:00 am, Monday, August 4th Robert H. Auchmoody Funeral Home, 900 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. Interment will be private at the Freedom Plains Cemetery, where her husband Herman awaits her return. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations are made in memory of Rosabelle to: Poughkeepsie United Methodist Church, 2381 New Hackensack Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603.
Herbert Edward Pero (USN, ret)
DUBLIN, GA - Herbet Edward Pero (USN, ret), 84, of Blackshear Ferry Road, died at his residence on Sunday, July 20, 2008. Mr. Pero, the son of the late Julian Edward Pero and Ethel Kaiser Pero, was born in Poughkeepsie, New York, on August 28, 1923. He was a graduate of Poughkeepsie High School, then joined the United States Navy. During a distinguished career in the Navy that spanned over thrity-two years, Mr. Pero served with honor during World War II in both the Pacific Theater and in the invasion of Normandy, Korea, Vietnam and the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was a member of the Seabees and earned the rank of Chief Disbursing Officer before retiring. Mr. Pero attended the Senior Citizen Program at Cross Keys United Methodist Church in Macon and was preceded in death by his wife: Catherine Mary Johnson Pero and by his brothers: Julian Pero, Walter Pero and George Pero. Mr. Pero is survived by his daughters: Deborah Pero (David Byrd) and Brenda Parker {Lehman Wood), both of Gray; and by several nieces and nephews. The family visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00pm, Tuesday at Bridges Funeral Home in Gray, GA. Funeral services will be held at 11:00am, Wednesday, July 23, 2008, in the chapel of Bridges Funeral Home, with burial at Cedar Ridge Cemetery. Full military honors will be rendered by the United States Navy. Rev. Karen Mitchum will conduct the services. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Cross Keys United Methodist Church, Senior Citizen Program, 1825 Jeffersonville Road, Macon, Georgia 31217. The family may be contacted at the residence of Brenda Parker and Lehman Wood at 143 East Clinton Street in Gray. Bridges Funeral Home and Crematory in Gray has charge of arrangements.
Sara Pironi
May 23, 1998 - August 10, 2016
Sara Pironi, 18, of Highland, passed away peacefully in the morning hours of Wednesday, August 10, 2016, following her courageous struggle with sarcoma. Born in Rhinebeck on May 23, 1998, and raised in Highland, Sara attended Highland Central Schools and proudly received her Advanced Regents diploma in June 2016. Both a scholar and an athlete, Sara was a member of the Honor Society and award winner at the State Science Olympiad as well as a three-sport varsity athlete in soccer, basketball, and lacrosse. She was active all-year round on a travel soccer team. Sara loved music: she played trumpet in band and enjoyed seeing shows on Broadway or attending concerts with friends. Sara loved nature, and could always be found with a camera in hand to capture its beauty. Sara planned to enroll at State University of New York (SUNY) New Paltz this fall.
Sara’s many accomplishments, though impressive, are only a small part of what made Sara exceptional. What made Sara truly amazing was her intensely loving spirit. Sara loved fiercely: she loved life in the bloom of health and in the midst of her illness. Sara’s illness did nothing to diminish the light of her spirit and her endlessly deep love for her immediate family-her mother, father, brother, dog Casey, and cat Sammy-and for the larger family of the entire Highland community. In the midst of her own illness, she never failed to show up for her loved ones. When her dear friend Hobie Simpson struggled with sarcoma himself, she was at his side, encouraging him never to give up the fight. Her love of life, her love of her family and friends, her grace and humor were apparent to even the most casual acquaintance. Even in the most difficult of circumstances, Sara was a beacon of grace, humility, and quiet dignity in our lives. Though Sara was with us a short while, she lived a full life in her 18 years, and she will forever inspire us all to live our lives more fully, more graciously, more deeply.
During her 18 month battle with cancer, Sara never gave in and never gave up. It was Sara’s wish that her fight be continued, not in the form of mourning those we have lost, but rather dedicating our efforts to helping those still valiantly battling sarcoma. As was her life, so shall her legacy be one of kindness, selflessness and love.
Sara is survived by her parents, Teresa and Looris Pironi, her brother, Luca Pironi; her paternal grandparents, George and Flora Pironi; her maternal grandparents Robert and Rita Ratelle; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. She is also survived by her “other families”, as well as by countless friends and teammates. Sara will not be forgotten.
A celebration of Sara’s life will be held on Sunday August 14th from 2-6pm at Novellas New Paltz, 2 Terwilliger Lane, New Paltz, NY 12561.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to SARASTRONG Foundation, 141 Macks Lane, Highland, NY 12528.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Michael Torsone Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 38 Main St., Highland, NY 12528.
Deacon Mary Lavera Scott
POUGHKEEPSIE - Deacon Mary Lavera Scott, 72, a 58-year resident of Poughkeepsie, New York, and formerly of Cotton Plant, Arkansas, died Thursday, July 17, 2008 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Poughkeepsie. She was a retired educator at B.O.C.E.S of Dutchess, she also worked at Literary Connections for 11 years and also served as President, Board member and a Tutor. She was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Poughkeepsie where she served as Chairman on the Deacon Board, Superintendent of the Sunday School and a Sunday School Teacher. Born Jan. 31, 1936 in Cotton Plant, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late Sam Scott and Modess Lee. Survivors include One son, Naketo Scott of Atlanta, Georgia; One brother, Samuel E. Scott and wife Marie of Las Vegas, Nevada; One sister, Mildred Scott Cunningham and husband Roy of Los Angeles, California; Two grandchildren, Jarrett and Jordan Scott both of Atlanta, Georgia. Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was predeceased by her parents, two brothers, Alvertis Scott and Lafayette Flemming and one sister, Margaret Jane Scott. First Visitation will be Tuesday, July 22, 2008, 6:00pm 3/8 8:00pm at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 11 Winnikee Avenue, Poughkeepsie, New York. Second visitation will be Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 10:00am 3/8 11:00am at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 11 Winnikee Avenue, Poughkeepsie, New York. Services begin Wednesday at 11:00am at the church, 11 Winnikee Avenue, Poughkeepsie, New York. Reverend E. Clayton Wade Officiating. Interment will follow services at Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery Poughkeepsie, New York. Rhodes Funeral Homes, 43 Fairview Avenue, Poughkeepsie, New York 12601, entrusted with professional arrangements.
Matthew Robert Spiconardi
KINGSTON - Matthew Robert Spiconardi, 20, of Tremper Avenue, Kingston, died Saturday, July 19, 2008 at Saint Francis Hospital in Poughkeepsie, as the result of a motorcycle accident. Born September 6, 1987 in Poughkeepsie, he is the son of Robert L. Spiconardi and his wife Kathleen of Kingston and Christine (Baker) Normandin and her husband James of Wappingers Falls. Survivors include his one brother, Michael Normandin of Wappingers Falls; three sisters, Danielle Normandin of Wappingers Falls, Elizabeth Hunt of Winder, Georgia and Amanda Tibby of Glenford, New York; his grand parents, Ruth Doxtator of Hopewell Junction, Lucille Mangiagli of Kingston and Mary and Ronald Baker of Hyde Park. Complete obituary to be announced by the Joseph V. Leahy Funeral Home, Inc., 27 Smith Avenue, Kingston, New York.
