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American Airlines Pilot From Hudson Valley Dies Suddenly, Leaves Behind Daughter, Grandson American Airlines Pilot From Hudson Valley Dies Suddenly, Leaves Behind Daughter, Grandson American Airlines Pilot From Hudson Valley Dies Suddenly, Leaves Behind Daughter, Grandson
American Airlines Pilot From Hudson Valley Dies Suddenly, Leaves Behind Daughter, Grandson Family and friends are mourning the sudden death of a Hudson Valley pilot who spent his career in the skies and now leaves behind a daughter and an infant grandson. Joel Marquez, an American Airlines captain from the Warwick area, died unexpectedly on Monday, June 8.  Marquez worked as a captain flying Boeing 737 aircraft for American Airlines and was remembered by loved ones as a devoted father, son, brother, and friend.  "Joel was an amazing father, brother, son, and friend," wrote Andrew Hardman on a GoFundMe page established to support the family.  According to the fund…
Former Police Chief Who Protected Public For Decades In Hudson Valley Dies At 79 Former Police Chief Who Protected Public For Decades In Hudson Valley Dies At 79 Former Police Chief Who Protected Public For Decades In Hudson Valley Dies At 79
Former Police Chief Who Protected Public For Decades In Hudson Valley Dies At 79 A longtime Orange County law enforcement leader who spent more than three decades serving the public has died. Charles “Charlie” Kehoe, the former chief of the Town of Newburgh Police Department, died on Saturday, June 6, at the age of 79, surrounded by family, according to his obituary. Kehoe dedicated 32 years of service to the Town of Newburgh community. He began his law enforcement career with the department in 1977 and retired in 2009 after rising through the ranks to become chief.  His obituary said the lifelong Newburgh resident graduated from Newburgh Free Academy before servi…
'Extraordinary' Pastor, Former Westchester Correction Officer Dies At 61 'Extraordinary' Pastor, Former Westchester Correction Officer Dies At 61 'Extraordinary' Pastor, Former Westchester Correction Officer Dies At 61
'Extraordinary' Pastor, Former Westchester Correction Officer Dies At 61 The Dutchess County community is mourning the loss of a longtime pastor and former correction officer who was known for his comforting presence and wisdom.  Michael Hargraves, of Poughkeepsie, died on Thursday, May 21, just days after his 61st birthday, according to his obituary.  Born in Yonkers on May 18, 1965, Hargraves devoted much of his life to public service and ministry. According to his obituary, he spent many years working as a correction officer in Westchester County before retiring and continuing his work as a pastor.  He was known as a comforting and familiar pr…
Retired Police Lieutenant, PBA President From Hudson Valley Dies At 60: 'He Was Loved' Retired Police Lieutenant, PBA President From Hudson Valley Dies At 60: 'He Was Loved' Retired Police Lieutenant, PBA President From Hudson Valley Dies At 60: 'He Was Loved'
Retired Police Lieutenant, PBA President From Hudson Valley Dies At 60: 'He Was Loved' An Orange County community is remembering a retired police lieutenant and beloved coach, volunteer, and community leader following his death at the age of 60.  Retired Port Jervis Police Lieutenant James “Jim” Bisland of Glen Spey died on Saturday, May 23, at age 60, according to his obituary.  Bisland’s death was announced by the department in a social media post on Tuesday, May 26, in which they wrote he "wasn’t just respected—he was loved."  "His leadership was rooted in integrity, fairness, and compassion. He cared deeply about the well-being and safety of the men a…
Death Of Bergen County's DJ Pumma Spreads Heartbreak Through NY/NJ Music Scene Death Of Bergen County's DJ Pumma Spreads Heartbreak Through NY/NJ Music Scene Death Of Bergen County's DJ Pumma Spreads Heartbreak Through NY/NJ Music Scene
Death Of Bergen County's DJ Pumma Spreads Heartbreak Through NY/NJ Music Scene The New York and New Jersey music scene is mourning the death of Sehui Won, better known as DJ Pumma, following a battle with cancer. She was 45 years old. Won, a Fort Lee resident originally from South Korea, died peacefully May 14 surrounded by loved ones, according to a tribute shared on her obituary page. View this post on Instagram “We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved sister, daughter, and friend, Sehee,” her family wrote. “She was a kind and caring person who touched many lives with her warmth, strength, and ge…
Woman Killed By Passing Car After Westchester Crash Was Loving Mother To 2: Help Now Pouring In Woman Killed By Passing Car After Westchester Crash Was Loving Mother To 2: Help Now Pouring In Woman Killed By Passing Car After Westchester Crash Was Loving Mother To 2: Help Now Pouring In
Woman Killed By Passing Car After Westchester Crash Was Loving Mother To 2: Help Now Pouring In Friends and loved ones are mourning the loss of a 28-year-old mother killed by a passing car following a crash on the Bear Mountain Parkway in Westchester County over the weekend — and raising funds for her children as they face an unexpected future.  Yorktown Heights resident Darly G. Bravo Coello, 28, was killed following a crash on Saturday, May 16, on the Bear Mountain Parkway in Cortlandt, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  Bravo Coello had been driving west in her Subaru on the parkway between Locust Avenue and Arlo Lane at around 5 a.m. when the vehicle crossed ov…
Longtime Westchester Village Employee Dies At 58 After Illness: Flags To Fly At Half-Staff Longtime Westchester Village Employee Dies At 58 After Illness: Flags To Fly At Half-Staff Longtime Westchester Village Employee Dies At 58 After Illness: Flags To Fly At Half-Staff
Longtime Westchester Village Employee Dies At 58 After Illness: Flags To Fly At Half-Staff Flags across a Westchester County village will be lowered to half-staff later this week in honor of a longtime village employee and beloved lifelong resident remembered as an "all-around great guy."  Port Chester Mayor Luis A. Marino announced Monday, May 18, that all flags within the village will fly at half-staff from dawn on Thursday, May 21, through Sunday, May 24, following the death of Frank “Channy” Ciancuillo III. Ciancuillo died at the age of 58 on Monday, May 11, after what village officials described as a “prolonged, yet courageous battle with a long-term illness.” …
Westchester Firefighter Dies From 9/11-Related Illness After 45 Years Of Service Westchester Firefighter Dies From 9/11-Related Illness After 45 Years Of Service Westchester Firefighter Dies From 9/11-Related Illness After 45 Years Of Service
Westchester Firefighter Dies From 9/11-Related Illness After 45 Years Of Service A Westchester County fire department is mourning the loss of a longtime firefighter who died following a battle with illnesses linked to his service at Ground Zero after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.  Harrison Firefighter Kenneth J. Fusco died on Monday, May 18, after suffering from what the department described as “9/11 related illnesses” connected to his work at the World Trade Center site following the attacks in 2001.  In a statement released Monday, Harrison Fire Chief John Masciola Jr. called Fusco’s death a “line-of-duty death” and said his death is “another pai…
Westchester Rec Superintendent Dies Months After Medical Crisis While 36 Weeks Pregnant Westchester Rec Superintendent Dies Months After Medical Crisis While 36 Weeks Pregnant Westchester Rec Superintendent Dies Months After Medical Crisis While 36 Weeks Pregnant
Westchester Rec Superintendent Dies Months After Medical Crisis While 36 Weeks Pregnant A town in Westchester County is mourning the sudden loss of its Recreation Superintendent, who died just months after giving birth to her daughter following a serious medical crisis while 36 weeks pregnant. Pound Ridge Recreation Department Superintendent Andrea "Drea" Russo died on Friday, May 15, at the age of 41, Pound Ridge Town Supervisor Kevin Hansan announced on Monday, May 18. Russo, who joined the town in March 2023 and quickly became a central figure in the community, suffered a medical crisis earlier this year while pregnant, Hansan said. According to those who kn…
Broadway Theatre Pillar, Drag Queen Outfit Company Co-Founder From NY Dies Suddenly Broadway Theatre Pillar, Drag Queen Outfit Company Co-Founder From NY Dies Suddenly Broadway Theatre Pillar, Drag Queen Outfit Company Co-Founder From NY Dies Suddenly
Broadway Theatre Pillar, Drag Queen Outfit Company Co-Founder From NY Dies Suddenly A well-known member of the Broadway theater and drag design communities from Dutchess County is being remembered for his creativity and larger-than-life spirit after his sudden death.  Alex Bartlett, of Wappingers Falls, died unexpectedly, according to a GoFundMe campaign launched Monday, May 11, to support his husband, Vincent Cuccia. More information about his death was not immediately available.  The fundraiser, organized by Julianne Fenton, describes Bartlett as "a pillar in the Broadway theatre community, a phenomenal knitter, and a garden expert" whose “kindness, g…
Westchester Aerospace Company Founder Behind 'Masters Of Blind Golf' Dies At 93 Westchester Aerospace Company Founder Behind 'Masters Of Blind Golf' Dies At 93 Westchester Aerospace Company Founder Behind 'Masters Of Blind Golf' Dies At 93
Westchester Aerospace Company Founder Behind 'Masters Of Blind Golf' Dies At 93 A longtime Westchester County business leader, philanthropist, and community figure who founded a successful aerospace company and helped establish one of the region’s premier charity golf events has died.   Albino “Al” Maiolo, of Mount Kisco, died peacefully in his sleep on Friday, April 10, at the age of 93, according to his obituary. Born in Nardodipace, Italy, on March 18, 1933, Maiolo was one of eight children born to Concetta and William Maiolo.  After immigrating to the United States, he attended New Rochelle High School, the Latin American Institute, and later gradua…
Peekskill Man Who Served As Fireman, Police Constable In Westchester Dies At 52 Peekskill Man Who Served As Fireman, Police Constable In Westchester Dies At 52 Peekskill Man Who Served As Fireman, Police Constable In Westchester Dies At 52
Peekskill Man Who Served As Fireman, Police Constable In Westchester Dies At 52 A Westchester County community is mourning the loss of a longtime municipal employee who spent years defending others as a fireman, police constable, and US Marine.  Carlos “Tito” Torres, a Peekskill resident who worked for the Village of Elmsford for more than two decades, died on Sunday, April 19, after what his family described as a short battle with cancer. He was 52, according to his obituary.  Torres spent 24 years working in Elmsford’s Water Department and also served the community in multiple roles, including as a firefighter and police constable.  Born in Brooklyn o…