2007 Obituaries are in alphabetical order.

Adorno, Sunday

Sunday Adorno died Wednesday, April 11, 2007. She was the beloved wife of Ralph A. Adorno and the loving mother of Ralph, Alfred, Bruce, Sunday, Lisa, Danny and John. She was the cherished grandmother of 12 grandsons and 2 granddaughters and the great-grandmother of 7. Her sister Fran Benson and brother Joseph Borrelli also survive. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday at 10:00 AM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church and a committal service will follow at Rose Hills Cemetery.

Borst, Peter N.

Peter N. Borst of Waterbury, CT died suddenly on March 9, 2007 at his home. Born Oct. 3, 1954, Peter was the son of the late Robert and Lily Borst of Peekskill, NY. He graduated from Lakeland High School in 1972 and attended SUNY Delhi. Peter worked for IBM for 18 years and then for the Hartford Insurance Co. as a computer programmer and was part of the IT & Support Dept. Peter was a kind and loving father and brother who enjoyed spending time with his son. Peter enjoyed cooking and was an avid Giants and Yankees fan. He also loved to play golf. He will be greatly missed. Peter is predeceased by his parents and his brother Richard. He is survived by his son Robert Borst of Hyde Park, NY, and by his brothers Jeffrey and his wife Toni of Lagrangeville and Thomas and his wife Nancy of Peekskill. He is also survived by his nieces Theresa, Sara and Kimberly. Visiting hours will be on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with funeral services at 8 p.m. at the HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley.

Campbell, Stephanie V.

Stephanie V. Campbell of Putnam Valley, died Friday, May 11 at her home. She was 86. Stephanie was predeceased in 1973 by her beloved husband Michael, and was also predeceased by her children Michael John Campbell, Barbara Dagnall and her husband Dane, Denise Campbell, by her grandson, Dane Dagnall, Jr. Stephanie was also predeceased by her brother Ray Milenkiewicz.
She is survived by her cherished children Michelle Lawlor, Jacqueline Multari and her husband Frank, and Duane Campbell and his wife Christina. She was the loving grandmother of 7 and great-grandmother of 9. She is also survived by her brother Walter Milen and his wife Irma and by many nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours will be on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Church of the North American Martyrs in Putnam Valley and interment will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Port Chester.

Fisher, Mary A.

Mary A. Fisher of Poughkeesie, NY died on July 25, 2007 at Vassar Brothers Hospital. She was 85.

Mary is predeceased by her husband John who passed away in 1996. She was the loving mother of Diane, Ruth, John, Rosemarie, Thomas, Deborah, Candice, and Dennis, and the loving mother-in-law of Judy, Roxanne, and Lorriane. Mary is also survived by nine grand children, Monica, Sheery, Mathew, Ian, David, Tina, Stephanie, Thomas, and Kyle, and two great grandchildren Michelle, and Nicole. She was a great mother and friend who will be dearly missed. The family will recieve friends on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, 35 Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday at 10 am at St. Columbanus Church, Oregon Rd., Cortlandt Manor and interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery, Oregon Rd., Cortlandt Manor.

Gragert, Bertha Eisele

Bertha Eisele Gragert, a long time resident of Lake Peekskill and a resident of Peekskill for the past 13 years, died Thursday after a brief illness. She was 102 years old. Bertha is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Gladys and Ernst Muller, by her son and daughter-in-law, Howard and Doris Gragert and by 7 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Visiting hours will be on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley. Funeral Services will be on Monday at 10 am at St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Putnam Valley and interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.

Herbst, Marie C,

Marie C. Herbst, of Lake Peekskill, died after a long battle with breast cancer Friday, September 7, 2007. Marie, known as "Connie", was born September 30, 1942 in Brooklyn NY to Mary Collora. Beloved wife of 30 years to Bob Herbst, who died in December 2006. Marie is survived by her loving children, Robert Lawrence Herbst and Mary Theresa Benvenuto and their spouses Lenore Herbst and Ernie Benvenuto. A loving grandmother to four-month old Ernest Joseph Benvenuto, III. Marie was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and nurse who loved skiing, movies, and riding horses. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org. A Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, September 15 at 11:30 am at the Church of the North American Martyrs in Putnam Valley. Arrangements are under the direction of HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley 845-526-3000

Kinbar, Serena E.

Serena E. Kinbar of New Windsor, was born on February 14, 1930 and died July 20, 2007. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Arthur Kinbar, daughters Frances (Ed) Olmsted of Garrison, NY, Marcia (Alan) Goldstein of Buffalo, NY and four grandchildren, Mark and Sarah Olmsted and Brian and Rachel Goldstein. She is also survived by her beloved sister-in-law, Ruth Lehrer and her loving nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

For 18 years she was a human resources administrator at Kings Park Psychiatric Center. Intelligent, lovely and compassionate, she will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her.

Funeral services will be held at First Hebrew Congregation of Peekskill on Sunday, July 22 at 10:00 am and interment will follow at King David Cemetery in Putnam Valley. Shiva will be held at the home of Arthur Kinbar. Contributions may be made to Mazon or Cornwall Hospital. Arrangements are under the direction of Heritage Funeral Home, Putnam Valley.

Knisley, Verda E.

Verda E. Knisley passed on February 17, 2007. She was 98 years old. Verda was born in Herman IL on June 4, 1908 and resided in Galesburg, IL. She married George Knisley on December 22, 1924 in Decatur, IL where she lived until 1951. While in Decatur, she managed the camera department at Haines & Essex, she went on a buying trip to Chicago and she was a member of the Decatur Camera Club. During WWII, Verda worked at a defense plant testing fuses for armor-piercing shells.

In 1951, a publishing company brought her to NYC to work as an Editor. She also worked as a Real Estate broker. In 1967, she moved to Putnam Valley. She retired from Reader's Digest. Verda spent her retirement years volunteering for the Tompkins Corners United Methodist Church as Treasurer and working on all committees, fundraising and applying for grants. She was most proud of her work to get the church listed on the State and National Register of Historic Places in 1983.

She is survived by her daughter, Gwendolyn Cope of Putnam Valley and Shirley Stout of Oreana, IL. Visiting hours will be on Tuesday, February 20 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley. Funeral Services will be on Wednesday at 10:00 am at the Tompkins Corners United Methodist Church in Putnam Valley and interment will follow at Tompkins Corners Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations to the Tompkins Corners United Methodist Church, PO Box 292, Putnam Valley, NY 10579.

Kramers, Loretta E.
Loretta Elizabeth Kramers (nee Rockett), a long time resident of Putnam Valley, died on December 23, 2007. Loretta was born in Peekskill on June 22, 1923 and raised in Shrub Oak, the daughter of Harriet (Clark) and Douglas Rockett. Loretta attended the Shrub Oak School from which she graduated in 1941. She was involved in many sports, particularly basketball. She was predeceased by her brother Thomas Francis Rockett in 2002. She is survived by one other brother, George Duffy. Loretta married her beloved husband, C. J. Kramers in 1951. He predeceased her on December 23, 1985. Loretta is survived by her daughters, Leila M. Kramers and Elizabeth N. Flor, as well as Michael Zopes and Peter A. Flor. She leaves behind five grandchildren, Jacob and Kayla Zopes and Ian, Katelyn and Margarethe Flor.
Loretta was retired from the NY Telephone Company. She was employed as an Operator for nearly three decades. Loretta will be remembered fondly by her devoted family and cherished friends. Her life revolved around them and she graced them with her beautiful spirit and loving kindness. She enjoyed the simple things in life; her family, home, her pets and the Yankees. She will remain a bright light in the hearts of those who loved her.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 27th from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley. A Funeral Service will be held at The United Methodist Church in Shrub Oak, of which she was a lifelong member, on Friday, December 28th at 11:00.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Northern Westchester Hospital Foundation, in Loretta's memory. The tenderness and comfort provided by the nursing staff of 6 East was a great source of comfort to all. Her final days were spent beside her family and made comfortable by the caring and dedicated nurses of 6 East. We will be eternally grateful to them.

Mahoney, Joyce A.

Joyce A. Mahoney, our beloved, passed away February 26, 2007. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, John (Jocko) Mahoney of Putnam Valley, her three sons, one daughter and their spouses; Kevin and Stephanie Mahoney of Texas, Danny and Molly Mahoney of Auburn, NY, John and Dawn Mahoney of Cortlandt and Kerry Mahoney and Mike Kuchera of Putnam Valley. Joyce is also survived by her adored grandchildren, Maggie McCarthy, Brian, Elizabeth, Michael, Emily, Jack, David and Jake Mahoney, by her brother Kenny and Denise Vetter of Florida and by many loving nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Hugo and Dorothy Vetter and her brother Georgie.

Joyce grew up in Astoria Queens and moved to Putnam Valley in 1968. She was a retired History teacher, having taught at St. Patrick's in Verplanck, Franciscan High School and Good Counsel Academy High School. Joyce lived life to the fullest as a history buff and she loved traveling. She kept a busy social calendar, centered around her many wonderful friends whom she loved dearly and who cared for her lovingly during her final challenging months.

Visiting hours are on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday at 10 am at Holy Spirit Church, Cortlandt Manor and interment will follow at Tompkins Corners Cemetery in Putnam Valley. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to the American Heart Association, 3020 Westchester Ave., Purchase, NY 10577.

Matthews, Maria
Maria Matthews of Putnam Valley died suddenly on July 19, 2007 at her home she was 52. Maria is survived by her beloved husband, Albert J. Matthews, III. She was the loving mother of Jennifer McDonald and her husband Andrew and Samantha Matthews. She was predeceased by her sons Albert J. Matthews, IV and Christian Theile. Maria is also survived by her devoted mother, Dorothy McNeil and by her devoted father and step-mother Leonard and Judith Scheno. She is also survived by her 5 grandchildren.

Visiting hours will be on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley. Funeral Services will be on Sunday evening at 8:00pm at the funeral home and cremation will follow on Monday at Ferncliff Crematory, Hartsdale.

Muth, Julia

Julia Muth, a longtime Putnam Valley rsident, died Monday, October 1, 2007 at Hudson Valley Hospital. She was 83. Julia is survived by her beloved husband, George of Putnam Valley and by her loving brother, Frasier Clark of Clarksville, TN. She is also survived her sister-in law, her brother-in-law and by many nieces and nephews. Julia was predeceased by her son Alan and recently, by her brother Victor Clark. Julia had worked as an accounts receivable manager at NY Hospital, and was involved with the Salvation Army for many years.
Visiting hours will be on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Heritage Fuenral Home, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley. Funeral Services will be on Friday at 10 AM at the Funeral Home and interment will follow at Rose Hills Cemetery.

Omidvaran, Sina Navid

Our loving son, Sina Omidvaran, 28, of Crompond, died June 9, 2007. He was born on June 16, 1978 in New York City. He attended the Lakeland School District and graduated from Walter Panas High School. He leaves behind his devoted parents, Judith and Freidoun and brother, Shain. Funeral Services will be on Saturday, June 16th at 9:30am at the Heritage Funeral Home, 35 Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley, NY. In lieu of flowers, kindly send donations to Autism Speaks, 168 Irving Avenue, Suite 500F, Port Chester, NY 10573

Riordan, Evelyn

Evelyn Riordan of Lake Peekskill, died Friday, March 16, 2007. She was 77. Evelyn was predeceased by her beloved husband, Joseph. She was the cherished mother of Tara, Terrence and Linda Riordan, Patricia O'Brien, Maura Szigethy, Kathleen Meehan, and Erin Hanley and the loving grandfather of 11. Visiting hours will be on Sunday from 7-9 p.m. and on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Church of the North American Martyrs and interment will follow at Rose Hills Cemetery.

Savino, Frank A.

Frank A. Savino, a Putnam Valley resident (formerly of the Bronx), died January 22, 2007. He was 82. Frank was a retired NYC Policeman. He was the beloved husband of Adelaide (nee Reilly) and the loving father of Barbara, Theresa, Frank and Terrence. He was the devoted grandfather of 8 and great-grandfather of 1. Frank is also survived by his four brothers, Anthony, James, Joseph and Michael. Visiting hours are on Wednesday from 7-9 pm and on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday at 11 am at St. Columbanus Church, Cortlandt Manor and interment will follow at Rose Hills Cemetery in Putnam Valley.

Stella, Daniel J.

Daniel Joseph Stella, Jr. died Tuesday, April 17. He was a member of Local 3 IBEW. Daniel is survived by his wife Sheila, his sons, Zachary and Daniel III, his mother Patricia and his brother Anthony. He is predeceased by his father Daniel (Mike) J. Stella, Sr. Visiting hours are Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, Morrissey Drive, Putnam Valley. Funeral Services will be on Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home.

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