Joseph F. McCormick
April 21, 1938 – May 11, 2018
Highland
Joseph F. McCormick, of Highland, formerly of Cornwall-on-Hudson, entered into eternal rest on May 11 at Vassar Bros. Medical Center in Poughkeepsie. He was 80.
The son of the late Joseph F. McCormick, Sr. and Anna Murphy, Joe was born on April 21, 1938 in Manhattan, NY
Joe was retired after working as a Data Processing Manager from Volkswagen of America in Englewood Cliffs, N.J.
Joe was a dedicated and active member of his community. After retirement he became a West Point tour guide and also worked as a ranger at West Point Golf Club. He was a former member of the Storm King Golf Club where he helped start the junior golf program. Joe was a lifelong member of the Cornwall Lions Club.
Joe’s wife, children and grandchildren were the pride and joy of his life. The legacy of Joe’s kind spirit, passion for sports, love of reading and zest for life will live on through them. There was nothing Joe enjoyed more than his daily walks around town engaging with new and old friends in interesting conversations. He will be greatly missed.
Joe is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Karen A. McCormick; his daughter: Dorothy A. Price and her husband Glenn of Milton; his son: Joseph F. McCormick III and his wife Jenn of Cornwall-on-Hudson,; his grandchildren: Dylan, Alaina, Brenna, Ellie and Casey.
His family received visitors on May 16 at Quigley Bros. Funeral Home in Cornwall-on-Hudson . A Chapel Service was due to be held at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 17 at the funeral home.
Interment will follow the Service at Rockland Cemetery in Sparkhill, NY.
Memorial Contributions in Joe’s name may be made to The Food Bank of the Hudson Valley, 195 Hudson Street, Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY 12520.
H. Kathryn Mele
February 5, 1942-May 8, 2018
Cornwall
H. Kathryn Mele, of Cornwall entered into eternal rest on May 8 at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital in Newburgh. She was 76 years old.
The daughter of the late Paul Post and Hazel (Smith) Post, Kathy was born in Newburgh on February 5, 1942.
She was predeceased by her loving husband of 47 years Louis A. Mele on April 2, 2015.
Kathy was a lifelong resident of Cornwall/Cornwall-on-Hudson who enjoyed traveling the East Coast of the country with Lou, and relished any time spent with her adored grandsons. She was also an avid doll collector.
Kathryn is survived by her son: William P. Gaffney of Fishkill; her grandchildren: Andrew and Bill; her brother: Paul Post of Middletown; her sister: Helen Post of Cornwall. In addition to her husband, Kathy was predeceased by her brother Joseph Barnett and her sister Lorraine Trainor.
Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions in Kathryn’s name may be made to Disabled American Veterans, 3725 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring, Kentucky 41076 or the American Cancer Society, 121 Executive Drive, Ste. 220, New Windsor, NY 12553.
Arrangements are entrusted to Quigley Bros. Funeral Home; to send condolences please go to www.Quigleybros.com
Lauren E. Moccio
September 15, 1986-April 21, 2018
Cornwall
Lauren E. Moccio, of Cornwall entered into eternal rest at home on April 21. She was 31 years old.
The daughter of the late Paul A. Moccio and Susan (Brandau) Moccio, Lauren was born on Sept. 15, 1986 in Newburgh.
Lauren earned her Bachelor’s degree from Binghamton University. She was a graduate of Cornwall Central High School. She was self-employed as a social media writer, editor, and advertiser. She also worked part time for many years at the Cornwall Public Library and the Binghamton University Library.
Lauren was kind, generous, and had a wonderful witty sense of humor. She loved books, politics, fashion, music, pop culture current and past, and current events. Lauren loved a good conversation. Most of all she loved her family and friends. She was loved by all who met her. She will be missed greatly.
Lauren is survived by her loving mother Susan Moccio at home; her beloved brother Philip A. Moccio of Jersey City, N.J.; beloved cousin Colette D’Antona-Consolazio; and many relatives and friends.
Memorial Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 20 at Quigley Bros. Funeral Home, 337 Hudson St. in Cornwall-on-Hudson.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to: The Lauren Moccio Memorial, c/o The Cornwall Public Library, 395 Hudson Street, Cornwall, NY 12518.
Stephen J. Storms
November 22, 1956- May 4, 2018
Highland Falls
Stephen “Moose” Storms, 61, entered into eternal rest on May 4. A lifelong resident of Highland Falls, Moose was the son of the late Robert C. “Bob” Storms and Marion Elizabeth “Betty” Storms.
Moose was a dedicated employee of the US Military Academy, Office of the Directorate of Intercollegiate Athletics, for 38 years during which he was appointed the head assistant equipment manager for intercollegiate athletics. Moose’s industry knowledge and attention to detail were highly regarded. He was well loved and respected by his co-workers and all cadet-athletes that he took care of over four decades. They would all attest to Moose’s love, dedication and kindness. During his long tenure at West Point, he provided support for hundreds of cadets and treated every one of them with the upmost respect, considering them family. Throughout Moose’s life he continued to maintain relationships with countless former cadet-athletes as they went on to successful careers; he cherished those friendships. Moose worked very closely with Army football and was a loyal, faithful supporter until the end. Nothing brought more joy to him than seeing his teams’ on-field successes and of course, beating Navy!
It was very important for Moose to make sure his friends knew how grateful he was for all their love and support during his battle with cancer.
Moose is survived by his nephew Robert B. Storms, his wife, Jennifer, grandnephews Matthew and Christopher and grandniece Ava, of Pittsburgh. He was predeceased by his brother Robert P. “Robin” Storms.
Cremation took place at Cedar Hill Crematory, Middle Hope. Memorial visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, May 21 at William F. Hogan Funeral Home, 135 Main St., Highland Falls.
Please consider donations to www.arfbeacon.org Animal Rescue Foundation, PO Box 1129, Beacon, NY 12508, in lieu of flowers.