Our Obituaries

Helen L. Crockett, 94, of Cuddebackville, NY went to be with our Lord on November 27, 2017 in Goshen, NY. She was born on August 27, 1923 in Lynn, Massachusetts the daughter of Lawrence Green. Helen was a graduate of Lynn Massachusetts High School. She continued her education at The Lincoln School of Nursing in NYC, NY, earning her degree as a Registered Nurse and taught nursing at the Duchess School of Nursing. She later retired as a guidance counselor at Newburgh Free Academy in Newburgh, NY and was a member of the New York State Teachers’s Association. Helen was a very active and faithful member, Deacon and Elder of the Otisville-Mt. Hope Presbyterian Church where she also served as a Stephens Minister. Helen was a member of the ladies auxiliary of the church and helped to schedule the greeters and readers for each Sunday service. Helen married Eugene R. Crockett who pre-deceased her. She is survived by her daughter, Janet Dolson; her grandson, Darryl E. Mann, her great-grandson, Darrian Robertson, her great-granddaughter, Annamelia Louise Mann, two nephews, Eugene E. Clements of Lynn, MA and Theodore Henry Clements of Tampa, Florida, her niece, Karen Frances Clements of Ipswich, MA, her very dear and close friends; Dolores Scott of Indianapolis, Ind., Joan Addy and her husband, Larry of Port Jervis, and a host of her extended church family. Helen was pre-deceased by her granddaughter, Candace L. Tucker. Visitation will be held 3- 4 PM Thursday, November 30 at the Otisville-Mt. Hope Presbyterian Church, 25 Main St., Otisville, NY. Funeral services will follow at 4 PM at the church with Rev. Jeffrey Farley officiating. Interment will take place Friday, December 1, 2017 at the Rural Valley Cemetery, Cuddebackville, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to the Otisville-Mt. Hope Presbyterian Church, 25 Main St., Otisville, NY 10963. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family visit knight-auchmoody.com.

Gloria Sorbellini age 95 of Milford, Pennsylvania passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at Milford, Pennsylvania. She was born on May 31, 1922 in Bronx, New York the daughter of Raffaele and Carolina Cicerale Puma. Gloria retired as a bookkeeper at The Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY. She married Mario Sorbellini who pre-deceased her. Gloria is survived by her daughter Carol Aiello and her husband Peter of Milford, her four grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She was pre-deceased by her two sons Edward and Gary Sorbellini and her grandson Marcus. Services and interment will be private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family visit knight-auchmoody.com.

Beverly A. Foley age 78 of Dingmans Ferry, PA passed away Sunday November 26, 2017 in Milford, PA. She was born on May 17, 1939 in Perth Amboy, NJ and is the daughter of the late Raymond and Lillian Morse Predmore. Beverly worked as a cashier at Shop Rite in Netcong, NJ. She was a proud member of the United Methodist Church in Newton, NJ. Beverly is survived by her son Thomas Foley and his girlfriend Meredith of Hopatcong, NJ; three sisters: Eva Kelly of Dingmans Ferry, PA, Lillian Stalter and husband Tom of White Meadow Lakes, NJ, and Celeste Predmore of Newton, NJ. Beverly was pre-deceased by her sister Carol Foley. Services will take place privately at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY 12771. For information, directions, or to send a condolence note to the family please visit www.knight-auchmoody.com

Harriet C. Ferentheil age 81 of Matamoras, PA and formerly of West Yarmouth, Cape Cod passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at Port Jervis. She was born on March 5, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of William and Catherine Raymond. Harriet was a member of St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, Matamoras, PA. She is survived by her husband, Ronald J. Ferentheil married 59 years and is also survived by her son Ronald Ferentheil and his wife Judy of Matamoras, her daughter Robyn Ferentheil of Brookfield, Ct, her sons David Ferentheil and his wife Teresa of Suisun City, Calif. and John Ferentheil of Watertown, Ct., her brother Paul Larsen of Tenn., 9 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and the family pet dog, “Tonka”. Harriet was pre-deceased by her daughter Luanne Ferentheil. Visitation will be held 2-4 PM Sunday, November 26th at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. Prayers will be offered at 10:15 AM, Monday November 27th at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM located at St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, Matamoras, PA. Rev. Alfred Vito will be the celebrant. Interment will be private. Contributions may be made to The Alzheimer's Association of Hudson Valley NY Chapter, 2 Jefferson Plaza, Suite 103, Poughkeepsie, NY. 12601-4060 (www.Alz.org) in lieu of flowers. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family visit knight-auchmoody.com.

Julia M. Olenick age 98 of Port Jervis, NY passed away passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at Port Jervis. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on December 12, 1918 the daughter of Antonio and Dora Marsiglia Ciccone. Julie married John W. Olenick and celebrated 59 years of marriage. He pre-deceased her in 2007. She was a faithful member of St. Mary’s R.C. Church, Port Jervis, a 25 year member of the Catholic Daughters of America, Court Madonna #114, Port Jervis, a member and long time treasurer of the auxiliary, Rosa-fleming Post #161, Port Jervis, and a member of the Port Jervis Seniors. Julie is survived by her three sons John A. Olenick and his wife Loretta of Sparrowbush, Nicholas L. Olenick and his wife Kathleen of Montague, New Jersey, Anthony A. Olenick and his wife Tammy of Port Jervis, two daughters Dora Hankins and her husband John of Port Jervis and Kathy Aumick and her husband Dean of Port Jervis, her beloved 12 grandchildren; John and his wife Jenn, Brian and his wife Jenn, Kyle and his wife Deanna, Megan and her husband Neal, Ashley and her husband Steven, Kaleigh and her husband Mike, Shane, Hunter, Krista and her husband Steven, Andrew, Alexander and Andrew, her beloved 14 great grandchildren; Zachary, Haleigh, Jillian, Alyssa, Brianne, Joseph, Kyle, Aaron, Jessica, Julia, Audriana, McKenna, Kyla, and Mason, her sister Grace Novak of Glen Burnie, Maryland, her sister-in-law Sheila Olenick of Port Jervis, several nieces and nephews. Julia was pre-deceased by her brother Lawrence Ciccone, her sister Rose Dapkunas, her brother-in-law Nicholas Olenick, and her sister-in-law Julie Ceresa. Visitation will be held 2-6 PM Sunday, November 19th at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. Catholic Daughters will conduct services 3 PM at the funeral home. Prayers will be offered 9:45 AM Monday, November 20th at the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s R. C. Church, Port Jervis. Rev. Matthew Newcomb will be the celebrant. Interment will follow at St .Mary’s Cemetery, Port Jervis. Memorial contributions may be made to the Port Jervis-Deerpark Humane Society, Route 209, Port Jervis, NY 12771 or to Angelman Syndrome, 75 Executive Dr., Suite 327, Aurora, Ill. 60504 Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family visit knight-auchmoody.com.

Lois M. Kampka Nagy age 71 of Dingmans, PA and formerly a long time resident of Matamoras, PA passed away November 10, 2017 at Morristown, New Jersey. She was born on January 31, 1945 in Marshall, Virginia the daughter of Hilary H. and Catherine Carter. Lois retired as an assembler from Kolmar Labs, Inc in Port Jervis. She was a certified nurse’s aide and worked for Golden Acres Senior Care in Matamoras and as a private health care giver for many years. She was working presently at Alliance Adult Health Care in Matamoras. Lois was a member of the Wickham Methodist Church in Port Jervis and a member of the Ladies Auxiliary, Rosa-Fleming V.F.W. Post #161, Port Jervis. Lois married Donald Kampka who pre-deceased her. She then married Peter Nagy who survives at home. Lois is also survived by her two daughters Sherri Somarelli and her husband Frank of Huguenot, and Luanna Sauschuck and her husband Mitchell of Huguenot, her son Joseph Kampka of Matamoras, her sisters, Betty Jean Sexton and her husband Joseph of Port Jervis, Rachael Talmadge of Port Jervis and Dorothy Simkins of Longmont, Colorado, her brother George Carter of Matamoras, PA, her beloved grandchildren; Jessica, Amanda, Tiffany, Amber, Sydney, Carson and Riley, her three great grandchildren; Nicholas, Addison and McKenna, several nieces and nephews. She ws pre-deceased by her brother Frank Carter, her sister Margaret Mapes, her brother-in-law Edward Talmadge and her niece Tammy Sexton. Visitation will be held 10:30-11:30 AM Tuesday, November 14th at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St. ,Port Jervis, NY. Funeral services will follow at 11:30 AM Tuesday at the funeral home. Rev. V. Jean McBryde will officiate. Interment will follow at Pine Hill Cemetery, Sparrowbush, NY. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family visit knight-auchmoody.com.

Gail Marie Nielsen age 70 of Sparrowbush, NY passed away November 9, 2017 at her home. She was born on November 2, 1947 in Middletown, NY the daughter of Willis K. and Margaret E. Molusky Conkling. She was a member of the Deerpark Reformed Church in Port Jervis. Gail married Henry Nielsen, Jr. who survives at home. She is also survived by her daughters Sandra Guyer and her husband Bradley of Johnson, NY, and Tracy Turell and her husband Daniel of Billings, Montana, her beloved grandchildren; Tiffany, Jazmyn and Brandon, her great grandchildren; Hailey, Jason, Brooklyn and Karmyn, her sister Alice Brasington and her husband Leon, several nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her brother Ronald Conkling. Visitation will be held 10:30-11:30 Monday, November 13th at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. Funeral services will follow at 11:30 AM, Monday at the funeral home with Rev. Ann Rost officiating. Interment will follow at Rural Valley Cemetery, Cuddebackville, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of donor’s choice. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, directions or to send condolence note to the family visit knightauchmoody.com.

Kathleen Ann Wright age 59 of Sparrowbush, NY passed away November 9, 2017 at Port Jervis, NY. She was born on January 29, 1958 in Port Jervis the daughter of the late William Gore and Dolores M. McIntire Gore who survives. Kathleen married Dallas R. Wright who survives at home. She is also survived by her mother Dolores Gore of Port Jervis, her brothers; William Gore of Port Jervis, Matthew Gore and his wife Donna of Port Jervis, Mark Gore of Sparrowbush, Daniel Gore and his wife Ginny of Southington, Conn., several nieces and nephews. Kathy was pre-deceased by her two brothers Michael and Timothy Gore. Services will be private. Cremation will take place at HG Smith Crematory, Stroudsburg, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the Port Jervis—Deerpark Humane Society, Route 209, Port Jervis, NY. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis. For information, or to send condolence note to the family visit knight-auchmoody.com.

Christine A. Bock age 85 of Huguenot, NY passed away November 9, 2017 at Port Jervis, NY. She was born on October 5, 1932 in Johnson, NY the daughter of Marcus and Mary Alice Cortright Potter. Christine retired from Andmore Sportswear in Port Jervis as a sewing machine operator. She married John M. Bock who pre-deceased her. Christine is survived by her very dear friends Robert Miller and Suellen Spangenberg at home who she considered her family. She is also survived by her dear friend Jean Healy and Stanley “Butch” Conklin, her beloved pets Dusty, Ragamuffin and Delilah. Christine was pre-deceased by her brothers Richard and Marcus and Walter Potter, and her sister Marion Blades. Services will be private . Interment will take place at Unionville Cemetery, Unionville, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to the Port Jervis-Deerpark Humane Society, Route 209, Port Jervis, NY. 12771. Arranements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, or to send a condolence note to the family visit knight-auchmoody.com.

On November 6, 2017, Robyn P. Onofry passed at the age of 51. The youngest of nine children born unto to her father, the late Richard L. Onofry, and mother, Dorothy M. (Heussy) Onofry, who survives her at home; Robyn did well to leave her mark on the lives of others. A vocal individual with the best of intentions, she volunteered her time to various causes and fundraising events. Causes that helped young ones and close friends/family always struck a cord with Robyn. Lending herself to a cause also gave her purpose. It allowed her to impact the lives of others when financial support was not an option. When life permitted, she traveled to visit Disney World in Florida. A fan of Mickey Mouse, Robyn couldn't get enough of "The Happiest Place on Earth." Threatening not to come back on several occasions, she made the most of her periodic trips down south. Then she'd return to tell of her adventures, and plans for her next trip. Still, one of her most known roles was that of friend, companion and caretaker to her mother. Often seen around town with "Dot," Robyn always tried to ensure her mother didn't want for anything. Aside from Disney and mom, Robyn loved to talk about her family. Surviving early aunt-hood in her teens to what eventually became twenty nieces and nephews, she leaves them behind, along with dozens of great nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her three sisters: Margaret ("Peg") Boyd and husband, Robert, of Minneapolis, MN; Suzanne Aber of Wethersfield, CT; and Kim Polanis, of Milford, PA. And her five brothers: Richard M. Onofry, and his wife, Lynda, of Port Jervis; Hon. Robert A. Onofry and his wife, Linda, of Port Jervis; William C. Onofry and his wife, Susan, of Port Jervis; Dr. Craig T. Onofry and his wife, Christine, of Port Jervis; and, Charles D. Onofry, Esq., and his wife, Jacqueline, of Phoenix, AZ. She was predeceased by her late brother-in-law, David M. Aber, Ph.D. Visitation will be held 11AM- 12 Noon Thursday, November 9, at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St, Port Jervis, NY. Funeral services will follow at 12 o'clock noon at the funeral home with The Rev. Cannon David Lee Carlson officiating. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Port Jervis. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family visit knightauchmoody.com.

Mrs. Eleanor DeCristoforo was born in Newton, NJ to Clark and Madge Sickles. She moved to Port Jervis, NY as a young woman. El as she was so lovingly called, went home to be with the Lord on November 3, 2017. Surrounded by her family and friends she gently closed her eyes and transitioned from here to eternity. Eleanor was a loving and kind person, if you needed her she was always available. She was a member of Wickham Methodist Church, Incorporated for 45 years. She worked diligently for the Lord as the treasurer and member of the Stewardess, Missionary, and Sunday School Ministry. She was a member of the Trustee Board until her illness, and a member of Wickham Choir, where her voice is greatly missed. While a member of Wickham Methodist Church, Inc she met and married August DeCristoforo who predeceased her in death. They spent many happy years together. Leaving to cherish her memory are her children Elizabeth Williams, Kathleen Garagorry, Ginni Gushue and Harry Williams, 2 sons-in-laws John Gushue and Gabriel Garagorry, a daughter-in-law Kelly Roesch along with her 10 grandchildren: Vanessa Conklin, Hope Gonzalez, Frank Williams, Bryan Barker, Raven Mack, Clarissa Devita, John Gushue, Dylan Williams, Peyton Williams and Koby Williams and 21 great grandchildren. Also to cherish her memory is her sister Mary Brown and brothers, Butch Sickles, Robert Sickles, Terry Sickles and, Michael Sickles. Three sisters-in-law: Peggy Sickles, Joann Sickles and Tammy Sickles, one brother-in-law Patrick Brown. As well as a host of nieces. Visitation will bel held 2- 4 PM Monday, November 6, 2017 at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. Funeral services will be held at 3:30 PM at the funeral home. Rev. Gloria White will officiate. Interment will be private. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family visit knightauchmoody.com.

Lottie S. Pantley of Huguenot, NY, left the constraints of earth to be embraced by her Savior Jesus Christ on November 2, 2017. She was the wife of the late Donald Pantley, with whom she celebrated 42 years of marriage. Lottie was born September 21, 1931 to Stephen and Stefie (Marcek) Strnatka in Binghamton, NY. She grew up on a farm, the oldest of four children. Lottie graduated from Oneonta College, in 1954 with a Bachelors in Home Economics and Science. She was a high school teacher before marrying Donald. They were married August 3, 1956. Together they had four children: Arlene (married to Bruce) Blitz, Douglas, David (married to Glenda Outwater), and Joann (married to George) Zitone. Lottie was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Port Jervis for over 50 years. She was active in the Grange (#1056), a long time 4-H leader and Cub Scout den mother. She enjoyed nurturing both people and plants. She loved to take the bounty of the earth, preserve it, and share it with others. She loved to cook and bless others. She was adored by her family and it would not be an exaggeration to say, beloved by all who knew her. Lottie was predeceased by her husband, Donald, her sister, Pauline Sarvey, and brother, Louis. She is survived by her brother Stephen (and wife Fran), sister-in-law Janice Strnatka, her children and their spouses, as well as, nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren: Brendt (and Samantha) Pantley - parents of Maximilian, Gerry (and Tiffany) Blitz - parents of Ezra and Louisa, Jordan Pantley, RuthLynn (Blitz) Williams - mother of Kylee, Isabella, & Sophia, Jynette Pantley, Joseph (and Lauren) Zitone - parents of Amelia, Heather Zitone, Lydia Pantley, and Jonah Blitz, several nieces and nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held 2- 5 PM Sunday, November 5 at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. Funeral services will be held 10:30 AM Monday, November 6, at St. Peters’ Lutheran Church, Port Jervis, NY. Rev. Aaron Baughman will officiate. Interment will follow at Rural Valley Cemetery, Cuddebackville, NY. Memorial contributions may be made St. Joseph’s Place (Activities Fund), 160 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY 12771 or to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 31 W. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family visit knight-auchmoody.com.

Richard G. Weed age 90 of Wilmington, North Carolina and formerly a life long resident of Port Jervis, passed away Monday October 30, 2017 at Wilmington, NC at the home of his daughter, Victoria. He was born on December 28, 1926 in Sparrowbush, NY the son of Gilbert W. Weed and Ruth A. VanInwegen Weed McKay. He proudly served our country serving two tours with the US Navy. After retiring from banking, Richard owned and operated Weedy Spirits in Port Jervis. He was pre-deceased by his beloved wife of 59 years Patricia Kelly Weed in 2006. He is survived by his two daughters Victoria Cotton and her husband Michael of Wilmington, North Carolina and Vanessa Conte and her husband Carl of Phoenix, Arizona. He is also survived by his grandchildren Shawn McKee, Melissa and Brandon Ross, Matthew Cotton Adam and Chelsea Cotton, Carl Richard Conte, Thomas Conte. his great grand children :Aiden Cotton and Collin Ross, and his brother-in-law Joel Jaggie. He was pre-deceased by his daughter Pamela Jane McKee and his sister-in-law Anne Jaggie Richard was a member of the Deerpark Reformed Church, Port Jervis, a member of the Port Jervis Lodge of Masons #328 F & AM, the Port Jervis Lions Club, a member of the Shriners and a patron of the River Valley Chapter #33, O.E.S. He will always be remembered as an awesome beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospitals For Children, 2900 N. Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, Florida 33607. Interment will take place Pine Hill Cemetery, Sparrowbush,NY. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information or to send condolence note to the family visit knight-auchmoody.com.

Edward “Jake” Lane age 81 of Port Jervis, passed away October 30, 2017 in Haverstraw, New York. He was born on July 29, 1936 in Port Jervis the son of FJ (Frederick J.) and Sarah Stothers Lane. Jake was the former owner of Jake’s Garage in Matamoras, PA for many years. After retiring from his automotive repair garage he went to work as a mechanic for the Port Jervis School Bus Garage. Jake married Sharon Parker Lane who survives at home. He is also survived by his son Jon Lane and his wife Diana of Port Jervis, his brother Donald W. Lane and his wife Ellen of Port Jervis, his two sisters; Elizabeth Campbell of Matamoras, and Barbara Duke and her husband Steven of Carbondale, PA, his beloved grandchildren; Andrew, Joseph, Jr., Dustyn, Samantha, Troy and Casey Lane, Isabelle and Bridget Robinson and his great grandson Oliver Lane-Valen, several nieces and nephews. Jake was pre-deceased by his son Joseph Lane and his brothers Ralph and Harry Lane. Visitation will be held 2 - 3:30 PM Thursday, November 2nd at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. Funeral services will follow at 3:30 PM at the funeral home. Interment will take place at Rural Valley Cemetery, Cuddebackville, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of donor’s choice. Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, directions or send a condolence note to the family visit knight-auchmoody.com.