Nancy Bates
Nancy A. Bates (1941 – 2020)
RHINEBECK—Nancy Ann Bates, 79, of Germantown passed away November 14, 2020 at Northern Dutchess Hospital.
Born in Valatie, she was the daughter of the late Edson and Nettie (Stribeck) Folmsbee, Sr.
Before retiring, she was a custodian for 35 years at the Milroad School in Red Hook. Over the years, she met and was loved by many children during her time there. Read more…
George Cockcroft
George P. Cockcroft (1932 – 2020)
CANAAN—George Powers Cockcroft, 87, of Canaan passed away November 6, 2020 in the comfort of his home under the care of Hospice and his loving family.
He was predeceased by his older sister, Patricia (Cockcroft) Morgan, and his younger brother, James D. Cockcroft.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Ann; his three sons, Corbett, Powers and Chris; three nephews; three nieces; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and a wonderful extended family. Read more…
Jordan Starr
Jordan T. Starr (1992 – 2020)
WILMINGTON, NC—With deepest sorrow, his family announces the passing of Jordan T. Starr, 28, of Valatie, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend to many.
He passed away at New Hanover Regional Medical Center on October 29, 2020 in Wilmington, North Carolina, surrounded by his loving family as a result of injuries sustained in an accident.
He was born May 16, 1992 in Hudson to Sherry LaFountain. He graduated from Ichabod Crane Central High School in 2011. He had been living in Wilmington/Leland, North Carolina and worked for SOUND Heavy Machinery as a diesel engine technician/Cummins specialist/heavy equipment mechanic. He previously worked for Diesel Addiction, LLC as a diesel mechanic. Read more…
Armando Butler, Jr.
Armando C. Butler, Jr. (1999 – 2020)
ALBANY—Armando C. Butler, Jr., 21, of Albany earned his wings Saturday, October 31, 2020 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Albany, August 8, 1999, he was the son of Armando C. Butler, Sr., and Jessica Ramirez.
He will be remembered for his love and generosity. In addition to his parents, he is survived by: one brother, Jeremiah Ramirez; two sisters, Soulley and Amarea Butler; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Read more…
Maryjean Polhemus-Oldrich (1971 – 2020)
ALBANY—Maryjean Polhemus-Oldrich, 48, of Kinderhook passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at St. Peter’s Hospital.
Born November 29, 1971 in Canajoharie, she was the daughter of Eugene Polhemus of Kinderhook and the late Mary (Jump) Polhemus. Read more…