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4B OBITUARIES MONDAY AUGUST 15. 201 1 POUGHKEEPSIE JOURNAL Betsy Elizabeth Saul OBITUARIES OBITUARIES OBITUARIES OBITUARIES Leonard E. Morano, Sr. Michael Kurt Luhrs Thomas A. Guerriero 1 WAPPINGERS POUGHKEEPSIE Elizabeth "Betsy" Saul died on July 31.

2011 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center. Daughter of the POUGHKEEPSIE Leonard E. Morano, 83 of Poughkeepsie passed away peacefully at ho-meon Saturday August 13,2011. LAGRANGEVILLE Michael Kurt Luhrs. 48, of LaGrangeville, passed away on Friday, August 12, 2011 with I FALLS Thomas A.

Guerriero, 78, a Town of Wappinger resident for almost late Reverend Walter E. Hoffman and Elizabeth Briscoe, she was born on December 24, 1925 in Suffern, NY. Betsy studied at Rockland Born in Poughkeepsie on March 25, 1928 he was the son of Vincent A. Ethel A. Burns Morano, Sr.

He was a 1946 Graduate of Roosevelt 50 years, formerly of Brooklyn, died suddenly unexpectedly on Friday, August 12, 2011. Bom in Patterson, NJ, on his family at his bedside at his home after a long illness with Crohn's Disease and cancer. He was born May 30. 1963 in Jersey City, NJ. the and Orange Community Colleges as well as SUNY New Paltz where she earned her LPN.

She was an ad Sylvia Dzitzer HOPEWELL JUNCTION -Sylvia (Nana) Dzitzer, 89, a 41 year Hopewell Junction resident, died peacefullyat Vassar Brothers Medical Center, surrounded by her family, on Saturday August 3, 2011. She was born on November 23, 1921, in the Bronx, to Lillian Rose Sherman Putter-man and Morris Putterman. She was raised in the Bronx and attended DeWitt Clinton High School. On December 21,1941 she married the love of her life, Nat Dzitzer. They celebrated 65 joyous years of marriage.

Nat Dzitzer passed away onJanuary 3, 2007. Mrs. Dzitzer was a member of Temple Beth-El in Poughkeepsie for over 50 years. She is survived by her daughter, Ruth Keller and husband Lawrence Keller, Staatsburg and her son. Dr.

Michael Dzitzer and wife Vicki Dzitzer, Somers Point, N.J. In addistion to her children, Sylvia is survived by her beloved granddaughter Alison Hildwein and husband John Hildwein of Hyde Park High School. Lenny married the love if bis life. Anna Marie D'Agostino, on October 2,1949 in December 18, 1932. he as the son of the late Fred and Nellie Dougal Guerriero.

Thomas was a Veteran son of Gunther H. and Helga W. Luhrs. His family moved to Fishkill in 1963 and to Hopewell Junction in 1966. DEATH NOTICES Obituaries and photographs submitted to the Poughkeepsie Journal may be published, distributed, repurposed and otherwise used in print, electronic and other media platforms.

Dzitzer. Sylvia 89. of Hopewell NY died on August 13. 2011. Arrangements under the direction of the Wm.

Miller Son F.H.. 845-485J0241. Greco. John 68. of New Ro-chelle.

New York died on August 10, 2011. Arrangements under the direction of the Dap-son-Chestney Funeral Home, (WoHsriooa Guerriero. Thomas 78, of Wappingers Falls, NY died on August 12, 2011. Arrangements under the direction of the McHoul Funeral Home, 845-221-2000. Jennifer, Amico 44, of East Fishkill.

NY died on August 11, 2011. Arrangements under the direction of the McHoul Funer-al Home, 845-221-2000. Luhrs. Michael 48, of LaGrangeville, NY died on August 12, 2011. Arrangements under the direction of the Robert H.

Auchmoody Funeral Homei845-221-9234. Morano, Leonard 83, of Poughkeepsie, NY died on August 13, 2011. Arrangements under the direction of the Wm. G. Miller Son F.H., 845-485-0241.

Opie. June 86, of Wappingers Falls, NY died on 8142011. Arrangements under the direction of the Joseph J. Darrow Sr. Funeral Home, (845)452-1840.

Saul, Elizabeth Betsy of Poughkeepsie, NY died on 07312011. Arrangements under the direction of the Timo St. Augustine's Church in Highland, N.Y. She survives at home. He is a member of St.

Martin de Porres Church. He was plant manger at Hamilton Reproductions for 6 years. Prior to that he was the Manager of the Litho Plating Department of Western Printing in Poughkeepsie. He worked at Western Printing for 39 years. For over 63 years he was a member of B.P.O.E.

275. While there he became a Life of the Korean Conflict, having served in the U.S. Air Force. In 1991. after more than 30 years of service, he retired from I BM, East Fishkill, as an accountant.

He was a member of the Mission Church in Holmes. An avid NY Giants fan, he enjoyed spending Sundays with his family watching football. On August 31, 1957, Thomas married Gloria Delesanti at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Brooklyn. Mrs. Guerriero survives at home.

Michael is survived by his parents and by his sister, Christine M. Gill and her husband, Shane V. and their son, Corey Michael. Also surviving is his sister-in-law, Bonnie J. Luhrs and her children, Steven G.

and his wife, Jennifer, Brian girlfriend Jaime Leman, and Mitchell J. Luhrs. He was predeceased by his brother, Joachim Gunther, who died September 4, 2009. He is also survived by his finace' Joanne He is also survived by two junct faculty member at Dutchess Community College teaching in the EMT program. Much of Betsy's life was spent giving back to the community by graciously donating her time to so many organizations, including the American Red Cross and the American Heart Association.

She was a past president of the PTA for the Hyde Park Elementary School, Haviland Junior High School and Roosevelt Senior High School. Betsy was not only Troop Leader to the Girl Scouts, but also served as a Den Mother to the Boy Scouts. Betsy's smiling face could be seen in the Emergency Rooms at Vassar Brother's Medical Center and St. Francis Hospital, as she volunteered for both local hospitals. The fire department was an integral part of Betsy's life.

She began her fire department career with the Hyde Park Fire Department where she responded as an EMT. Later on, Betsy joined Arlington Fire District's Engine Company 1 where she was a life member. Betsy was the first female EMT and firefighter to volunteer with Arlington Fire District. Throughout her career as a volunteer EMT and Firefighter, she held various positions with the engine company including EMS Lieutenant, treasurer, secretary, vice president and president. Betsy's had an amazing faith in god and her church.

She was a faithful parishioner and volunteer at St. James' Episcopal Church in Hyde Park. She was a vestry member of the church, she assisted in the church officer, she taught sun-day school, served on the alter guild and was mistress of the Alcolytes. Betsy is survived by her sister Lucile D. Edwards of Tuxedo Park, NY; her niece Elizabeth Hoffman 'Voss and her husband Joel and their children Austin and Danielle of Clearwater, FL; her nephew Stephen E.

Hoffman of Clearwater, FL; her niece Kathryn and grandsons, Jason Keller Of Clifton Park, NY and Wesley Dzitzer of Somers Point, NJ. She is also survived by Brother, Mac Putterman, Pompono Bech, florida, sisters, Harriet Putterman, NYC and Renee Greenfield, Walnut Creek, California and several nieces and nephews. Sylvia was predeceased by her parents and her sister, Anne Chen. Sylvia worked as a young woman in her father's dry cleaning and tailor shop and then in many dress houses in NYC where she developed a love for fine clothing, fashion and style. She held great pride in her status as a real Bronx girl working in the big city.

Not a day went by that she did'nt buy something at Macy's; even if just a little handkerchief or catch the next movie in the theater. Sylvia spent the middle part of her life as a homemaker, then later becoming an office manager at Big Scott's department store in Wappingers Falls and then office manager for several dental practices in the local area. Member, was Past Treasurer, past Trustee, and former Co-Chair of the D.A.R.E. Program with his son. He loved golf and bowling, played baseball for many years and enjoyed traveling.

As a veteran of the U.S. Army, he served in the Army of the Occupation of Japan following WW. II. Lenny was a loving husband and father who cherished his grandchildren. Survivors include his Daughter and her husband: Patricia Samuel Costanzo of Lagrange, NY; Sons: Lenny E.

Morano, Jr. of Hyde Park, NY; Gary Morano and his wife Becki of Poughkeepsie and Kevin Margaret Morano of LaGrange, NY. A brother Francis J. Morano of Poughkeepsie. Grandchildren include: Nicholas Anthony Costanzo and Gregory Jac daughters.

Donna Holveck her husband Joseph of Gardiner and Elaine Guerriero of Wappingers Falls; his granddaughter, Micayla Holveck of Gardiner; his brothers, Fred Guerriero his wife Evelyn of Florida and Edward Guerriero his wife Connie of North Carolina; also many nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday at the Mission Church, 4101 Route 52, Holmes, followed by a funeral service beginning at 8 p.m. Interment will be at 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday at St.

Denis Cemetery with Military Honors. Memorial Donations may be made to David Wilkerson's World Challenge, PO Box 260, Lindale, TX 75771; Care Net Pregnancy Center of the Hudson Valley, PO Box 2118, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601; or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of the McHoul Funeral Home, 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. To send the family an online condolence, please visit www. mchoulfuneralhome.com.

thy P. Doyle Funeral Home, 845- Seaman, Sharon 64, of Hopewell Junction, NY died on August 11, 2011. Arrangements under the direction of the Robert H. Auchmoody Funeral Home, 845-221-9234. Gowetski and a number of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews in the USA and in Germany.

Michael was confirmed at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Fishkill and attended the Hopewell Reformed Church. Michael graduated from John Jay High School in 1981 with high honors; played the clarinet. Pop Warner Football and played on the John Jay Golf Team. Michael attended Clarkson College of Technology in Potsdam, NY until he volunteered to join the United States Marine Corps in 1983. He served his country for five years stationed at the United States Marine Corps Headquarters, 4th Marine Division, New Orleans, LA until 1989 at which time he received a Honorable Medical Discharge as a Sergeant and a letter of appreciation from his Commanding General.

He also graduated from the North Carolina State University with a B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering, an A.S. degree in Science from the Del-Gardo Community College in New Orleans and a Diploma of Construction Drafting from the Defense Mapping School at Fort Bel-voir, VA. Michael worked for the US Patent Trademark Office in Arlington, VA as a Patent Examiner. He also worked at the NC State University for Professor Michael R.

Overcash as a Process Engineer and Research Assistant. For the last few years, Michael worked IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory Always of Laura E. Sleight on Your Eleventh Anniversary in Heaven June 8. 1940 August 15. 2000 queline Morano.

There are several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers: Vincent A. Morano, Charles Morano and sisters: Mary Schrieber, Ethel Bulson, Charlotte Netherwood and Cecelia Martin. Visitation will be Tuesday August 16, 2011 2-4 7-9 PM at the Wm. G.

Miller Son F.H., 371 Hooker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY: B.P.O.E. 275 will do a memorial service that night. A Mass Of Christian Burial will be Wednesday 10 AM at St. Martin de Porres Church, 118 Cedar Valley Poughkeepsie, N.Y. 12603.

Burial will follow in St. Peter's Cemetery with Military Honors. Memorial Donations may be made to American Heart Association, 301 Manchester Ste.105, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 OR The Alzheimer's Association, 2 Jefferson Plaza, Ste.102, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. If you need directions or wish to send an online condolence please visit our website at Hoffman Paul and her hus She retired in 1986. Nana loved to spoil her kiddies, read, cook, get lost in Turner Classic Movies and do crossword puzzles in ink.

She was passionate about her family, Jewish traditions and her chicken soup was considered liquid gold by all. Her wisdom and love continue to live on through her family which she considered her greatest treasure. She will be sadly missed. A service will be held on Monday, August 15, 2011, 2:00 PM at Wm. G.

Miller Son F.H., 371 Hooker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. Burial will follow in at Temple Beth-El Cemetery, Rt. 44, Pleasant Valley. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Vassar Brothers Medical Center, ICU and Respiratory Care. If you need directions or wish to send an online condolence, please visit our website at (Our t'ow) We will always be "One In Body One In Spirit Forever!" I Your Husband Bill Love God Bless You Always Son Billy Wife Carole Daughter Laurie Husband Shawn 1 Grandsons Allan, Willie, tnctin Xr Mnrthous All the rest of your family friends OBITUARIES John Frederick Greco NEW ROCHELLE John Frederick Greco, 68, passed away Wednesday, August 10, 2001 at the Sutton Park Nursing Home, New Rochelle.

John was a graduate of Rhinebeck Central School and served in the US Armed Forces for three years. He worked many years as a type setter for Western Publishing, Poughkeepsie. Born January 5, 1943 in Rhinebeck, he was the son of Frederick C. and Alyce (Mul-cahey) Greco. John is survived by his Aunt Shirley Greco of Rhinebeck, two cousins Michael and Thomas 'Tucker' Greco, their families, and several cousins.

He was predeceased by his Uncle, Anthony "Tony" Greco in 2009. Private funeral services will be held at the Dapson-Chest-ney Funeral Home, followed by interment in the Rhinebeck Cemetery. To sign the online register please visit dapsonchestney. com Arrangements are under the direction of the Dapsonchestney Funeral Home, 51 W. Market Rhinebeck.

at his home doing material research for Environmental Clarity. Michael loved the outdoors. He was an excellent golfer, skiier and enjoyed taking trips up north salmon fishing with his brother, friends and taking road trips with his sister. He also enjoyed cruising the Hot Rod Power Tour with his brother and enjoyed old cars; his old red convertible Impala was his favorite. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, Aug.

17, 2011 from 4 6 pm at the Robert H. Auchmoody Funeral Home, 900 Rt. 82, Hopewell Junction, NY, followed by funeral services at 6 pm at the funeral home with the Rev. Taylor Holbrook officiating and an official Marine Ceremony will follow on his behalf. For directions or to send the family an online condolence, please visit IN MEMORIAM OBITUARIES OBITUARIES Jay W.

Sorkin band Christopher and their son Joshua of Phoenix, AZ; her cousins Col. (Ret.) Lawrence Hasbrouck of Mississippi and Sally Costa and her husband Joe of Sleepy Hollow, NY; as well as many friends who all loved her dearly. Betsy was predeceased by her brother Walter S. Hoffman, her sister-in-law Kristen T. Ekstrand, her son Edward "Ted" S.

Secor, Jr. and her former husband who was the love of her life, Edward S. Secor. The family would like to thank the staff at Vassar Brothers Medical Center for the excellent care and support that Betsy received during her stay there and for making her final days comfortable. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 15, 2011 from 10 am to 12 noon at Timothy P.

Doyle Funeral Home at 371 Hooker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY. Funeral Services to follow at 1 pm at St. James' Episcopal Church, 4526 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Arlington Professional Firefighters Association, 11 Burnett Blvd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 or to St. James' Episcopal Church, 4526 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY, 12538.

If you would like to leave an online condolence or to sign the guestbook, please visit www.doylefuneralhome.com Jn JCoving. Memmif of I budget 3'wihvc On hex 3iixthdau Ouyuot 15, 1926 EAST FISHKILL Jay W. Sorkin, Dutchess County resident for 36 years passed away on August IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of I Peggy Burroughs! ft On Her 7 Birthday Jn ewt home he fondly. ternemLeted, Sweet memouei ding. to hex name, Jhoe who loved hex in life tincexely.

Still love hex in death jutt the tame. Phillip L. Crusie (Tillou) Sr. DUTCHESS COUNTY Phillip L. Crusie (Tillou), 73, died July 11, 2011 in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho.

He was born October 21, 1937 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY to the late William Michael Crusie and Mary Elizabeth Seeley. He graduated from Poughkeepsie High School and resided in Poughkeepsie for 53 years. Upon graduation he joined the United States Air Force. He owned and operated Crusie And Son Moving Company in Poughkeepsie until his retirement in 2002. Mr.

Crusie was an avid outdoors-man and loved to travel. Nevada and Spokane, WA were among his favorite stops. He was known as the Traveling Grandpa. He is survived by two sons, Phillip Crusie of Marlboro, NY, Phillip Tillou of North Carolina, two daughters, Kim Granger of Kingston, NY, Jackie Jones of Ruby, NY, eleven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 6 PM to 8 PM, Sunday, August 21st at the Fitzgerald And Rhynders Funeral Home, 4353 Albany Post Rd.

Hyde Park, NY, 845-229-9090. A memorial service will be held 7 PM at the funeral home. To sign the online guestbook or for directions please visit In Heaven feisn 12, 2011 at his home. Born on February 27, 1937 in New York City to the late Murray and Ethel Watwood Sorkin. Jay proudly served his country in the United States Army Jay was a retired Computer Systems Analyst for Phoenix Systems in Suffern.

He was a member of MENSA, he loved science especially Astronomy. He also maintained a section of the Appalachian Trail for many years. Survivors include his devoted wife of 50 years Rosemary, Loving Children Andrew Sorkin and his wife Bridget of Wappingers Falls, and Tracey Levy and her husband Robert Jr of Poughkeepsie. Cherished grandchildren Robert III, Cody and Taylor Levy. Dear Brother Rodney Bruce Sorkin of Rockford IL.

He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service for Jay will be held at a later date. Funeral Arrangements under the Direction of Robert H. Auchmoody Funeral Home 1028 Main Street, Fishkill. For Jay's guestbook please visit Kirk M.

Jensen PLEASANT VALLEY.NY -Kirk M. Jensen, 48, of Pleasant Valley died Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at his residence. Born on November 12, 1962 in Tarrytown, NY, he was the son of Norman and Patricia Dean Jensen. He grew up in Croton-on-Hudson and Ossining and obtained a Registered Nurse Degree and worked for a period of time at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York. Kirk lived in several towns before settling in Pleasant Valley, where he felt at home, at ease and made many friends.

He was kind, gentle and had a huge heart. He will be missed by everyone. Kirk is survived by his brother Chris Jensen and his wife Darlene of Hyde Park, his sisters, Anna Johnson and her husband Phil of Poughkeepsie, Colleen Ajram and her husband Gus of Palm and Pamela Jensen of Peekskill; and many nieces nephews and cousins. Visitation will be Tuesday 5-7 pm at Allen Funeral Home, 1605 Main Pleasant Valley with services to be held at 6 pm. Interment will be at the convenience of the family.

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