'Once In A Lifetime Person': Support Comes To Family Of Man, 19, Killed In Hudson Valley Crash 'Once In A Lifetime Person': Support Comes To Family Of Man, 19, Killed In Hudson Valley Crash
'Once In A Lifetime Person': Support Comes To Family Of Man, 19, Killed In Hudson Valley Crash An Orange County community is mourning the loss of a 19-year-old who was killed in a crash while heading to work and is remembered by loved ones as a kind and unforgettable young man.   Logan M. Malone, of Cornwall, died Sunday, April 19, in a crash on Mineral Springs Road in Cornwall, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  According to his obituary, Malone was born on March 22, 2007, in Middletown and worked as a landscaping assistant for Hickory Hollow Nursery in Tuxedo.  Family members described him as “a once-in-a-lifetime person,” whose “smile lit up a room." He w…
Hudson Valley Man Killed By Falling Tree — Now, His Family Needs Help Hudson Valley Man Killed By Falling Tree — Now, His Family Needs Help
Hudson Valley Man Killed By Falling Tree — Now, His Family Needs Help A family is mourning and seeking support after an Orange County man was killed in a tragic incident when a tree fell on him outside his home. Charles Kluender, a resident of the Greenwood Lake area, died last week in what his family described as a sudden and devastating incident. Now, his wife and teenage child are grappling not only with grief, but also with significant financial and practical challenges.  According to his family, Charles had long been a central figure in maintaining their home, handling repairs and day-to-day responsibilities that now must be managed without him. His…
'Unimaginable Loss': Support Comes To Widow, Son Of Correction Officer Killed In NY Crash 'Unimaginable Loss': Support Comes To Widow, Son Of Correction Officer Killed In NY Crash
'Unimaginable Loss': Support Comes To Widow, Son Of Correction Officer Killed In NY Crash As the family of a New York State correction officer from Ulster County killed in a motorcycle crash in Dutchess County grapples with their sudden loss, their community is making sure they have help moving forward.  Justin Brown, 33, of Gardiner, was killed Monday afternoon, April 13, in a single-vehicle crash on Matteawan Road in Beacon, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  The day after the crash, Brown’s wife, Cecily, created a GoFundMe campaign to support their 7-year-old son, Gabriel, and help the family navigate the devastating loss.  Just a day later, communit…
'Game Of Thrones' Actor, 35, Dies After Battling Rare Illness: 'An Inspiration To Everyone' 'Game Of Thrones' Actor, 35, Dies After Battling Rare Illness: 'An Inspiration To Everyone'
'Game Of Thrones' Actor, 35, Dies After Battling Rare Illness: 'An Inspiration To Everyone' An Irish actor known in the US for his role in "Game of Thrones" has died from a rare neurological condition. Michael Patrick, whose real name was Michael Campbell, died on Tuesday, April 7, at Northern Ireland Hospice. The 35-year-old was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in February 2023. Patrick's wife, Naomi Sheehan, confirmed his death in an Instagram post on Wednesday, April 8. "He was admitted 10 days ago and was cared for by the incredible team there," Sheehan wrote. "He passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends. Words can't describe how br…
22-Year-Old College Lacrosse Player Dies After Cancer Battle 22-Year-Old College Lacrosse Player Dies After Cancer Battle
22-Year-Old College Lacrosse Player Dies After Cancer Battle Samuel W. Nice, a 22-year-old Pennsylvania college student who inspired those around him with his strength and spirit, has died after a battle with brain cancer, his obituary on the R Strunk Funeral Home website says. Sam, of Schwenksville (Montgomery County), passed away peacefully at home on Friday, April 4, following what his obituary describes as a courageous fight against the disease. Sam graduated from Perkiomen Valley High School, where he played varsity lacrosse for four years before continuing his athletic career at Neumann University alongside his brother. He later a…
Longest-Serving Chief Of Police Department In Westchester County Dies: 'Steady, Respected' Longest-Serving Chief Of Police Department In Westchester County Dies: 'Steady, Respected'
Longest-Serving Chief Of Police Department In Westchester County Dies: 'Steady, Respected' A longtime Westchester County police chief who spent nearly five decades serving his community and was his department's longest-serving leader is being remembered for a lifetime of leadership and dedication.  Joseph Burton Jr., of Ossining, died on Sunday, April 6, at the age of 80, according to his obituary.  Burton devoted 48 years to the Village of Ossining Police Department, rising through the ranks before being appointed chief in 1992. He served in that role for 24 years, becoming the longest-serving police chief in the department’s history.  During his tenure, Burton o…
‘True Legend’: Longtime Fire Chief From Hudson Valley Dies After Decades Of Service ‘True Legend’: Longtime Fire Chief From Hudson Valley Dies After Decades Of Service
‘True Legend’: Longtime Fire Chief From Hudson Valley Dies After Decades Of Service A longtime Hudson Valley firefighter remembered as a “true legend” and the “backbone” of his department has died after decades of service to his community.   Robert W. Stramm Jr. died on Saturday, April 4, at the age of 81 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center with his family by his side, according to his obituary.  Born in Brooklyn on Feb. 11, 1945, Stramm graduated from Carmel School in 1964 before entering military service. He later built a career as a heavy equipment operator with Clove Excavators in Poughquag, where he earned the nickname “Cactus.”  Stramm, a Stanfordv…
PD's First Bloodhound Mourned In Westchester County After Over 6 Years Of 'Faithful Service' PD's First Bloodhound Mourned In Westchester County After Over 6 Years Of 'Faithful Service'
PD's First Bloodhound Mourned In Westchester County After Over 6 Years Of 'Faithful Service' A police department in Westchester County is mourning the loss of retired K9 Cali, a trailblazing bloodhound who served the city for more than six years. K9 Cali died on Monday, April 6, according to a statement from the Yonkers Police Department. Cali joined the Yonkers Police Department in 2016, where she worked alongside her handler, Officer Robert Ascolillo. She was the department’s first bloodhound K9 and was donated by Parson-DiSalvo Insurance Company. During her career, Cali helped find numerous missing people and was recognized multiple times for her work, police said.  She a…
Scholastic Executive, Devoted Westchester Father Who Led Youth Soccer Dies Suddenly At 60 Scholastic Executive, Devoted Westchester Father Who Led Youth Soccer Dies Suddenly At 60
Scholastic Executive, Devoted Westchester Father Who Led Youth Soccer Dies Suddenly At 60 A Westchester County father and former Scholastic executive remembered for his kindness, faith, and devotion to family has died suddenly, leaving behind a grieving community now determined to support his loved ones.   New Rochelle resident Nelson Alfonso Gómez Wharff, 60, died on Monday, March 30, according to his obituary.  Born in Medellín, Colombia, Gómez built a life centered on family, service, and community after settling in the Hudson Valley. He was a longtime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Mamaroneck, where he was known for his strong faith and commitment to …
Sudden Death Of Former NY Firefighter, Young Father Sparks Wave Of Support Sudden Death Of Former NY Firefighter, Young Father Sparks Wave Of Support
Sudden Death Of Former NY Firefighter, Young Father Sparks Wave Of Support An Orange County fire company is mourning the sudden loss of a former member remembered for his devotion to family, as the community comes together to support his loved ones.  The Monroe-Lakeside Fire and Rescue Company announced the death of James Kelly in a heartfelt social media post shared Tuesday, March 31, calling his death “early and untimely.” Kelly, who previously served with the department, had stepped away from the fire service to spend more time with his wife, Lauren, and their three young children. More information about his death was not made public.  “Jim left our …
Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies: Known For 'The World According To Garp,' Broadway Shows Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies: Known For 'The World According To Garp,' Broadway Shows
Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies: Known For 'The World According To Garp,' Broadway Shows Actress Mary Beth Hurt, known for her distinguished work on stage and screen, has died. Hurt passed away on Saturday, March 28, at an assisted living facility in Jersey City, New Jersey, following a decade-long battle with Alzheimer’s disease, according to The Hollywood Reporter. She was 79.  Her death was confirmed by her husband, writer-director Paul Schrader, and their daughter, Molly Schrader, on social media, where they expressed comfort that she is "no longer suffering and reunited with her sisters in peace." Born Mary Beth Supinger in Marshalltown, Iowa, Hurt rose to prominence…
Westchester Homicide Victim Was School Paraprofessional, Church Member: Services Set (UPDATE) Westchester Homicide Victim Was School Paraprofessional, Church Member: Services Set (UPDATE)
Westchester Homicide Victim Was School Paraprofessional, Church Member: Services Set (Update) A woman found dead inside a Westchester County apartment is being remembered as a beloved church member and educator as new details emerge in the homicide case.  Lisa Grier, 33, was discovered unresponsive inside her home on East 4th Street on Saturday, March 21, as Daily Voice previously reported. Authorities have since ruled her death a homicide, and a suspect is in custody.  Grier worked as a paraprofessional with New York City Public Schools, according to her Facebook page, and was also an active member of her church community. In a message shared Tuesday, March 24, The Grace…