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Broadway Theatre Pillar, Drag Queen Outfit Company Co-Founder From Dutchess 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…
'Unimaginable Loss': Support Comes To Widow, Son Of Correction Officer Killed In Dutchess 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…
'Radiant Soul', Daughter Of Restaurant Owners From Hudson Valley Slayed In PA Homicide
A Hudson Valley, NY community is grieving the loss of the 27-year-old daughter of the owners of a local restaurant, who was killed in a homicide at her Pennsylvania apartment late last month.
Anne Tso, 27, of Philadelphia, originally from the Rockland County hamlet of Pearl River, was found with a gunshot wound to the head inside a residence on the 2600 block of South 9th St. just after 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, according to the Philadelphia Police Department.
Responding medics pronounced Tso dead at the scene at 4:42 p.m., police said.
Investigators said the killing …
Cornell Hall Of Famer, Mom Who Documented Cancer Battle, Dies At 50
A former collegiate All-American and corporate executive died after a four-year battle with cancer, her family said. She documented her journey on YouTube to inspire others.
Molly Kauffman West, of Easton, Connecticut, died Feb. 10. She was 50. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Brian, and their son, according to her obituary. Her loved ones said she will be remembered for her determination and compassion.
A native of Ithaca, New York, West grew up in Pennsylvania before returning to study at Cornell University, where she was an All-American goalkeeper on the school's field h…
Bob Ziter, Founder Of Watervliet’s Beloved Bob’s Diner, Dies At 75
Bob Ziter, the longtime owner and founder of Bob’s Diner in Watervliet — a 24-hour staple known for comfort food and community — has died at age 75.
Ziter died Friday, Feb. 13, at Samaritan Hospital, according to his obituary. The diner he opened in 1979 shared news of his passing in a heartfelt Facebook post Saturday, calling him “the heart and owner of Bob’s Diner.”
“For decades, Bob kept this little retro diner by the train tracks running steadily,” the restaurant wrote. “Though Bob is no longer with us, his name will always shine on the sign out front.”
Ziter purchased the former Verni…
