Roseanna Ferrara
March 18, 1936—June 26, 2021
Cornwall, NY
Roseanna Ferrara, a lifetime resident of Throggs Neck, Bronx, NY entered into eternal rest on June 26, 2021 in Cornwall, NY surrounded by her loving family. She was 85 years old.
The daughter of the late Joseph Russo and Rose (Ferrara) Russo, Roseanna was born on March 18, 1936 in Manhattan, NY.
She was a devout Catholic, who lived each day according to her faith. A caring soul to everyone she met.
Roseanna is survived by her devoted husband: Joseph Ferrara at home; her son: James M. Ferrara and his wife Grace of Cornwall, NY; and her loving grandchildren: James A. and Gabriella N. Ferrara. Roseanna was predeceased by her sons: Joseph and Robert Ferrara. She also leaves behind loved nieces and nephews. May she find eternal love and peace in her new life with Christ.
Based on new CDC guidelines adopted by NYS, fully vaccinated individuals do not need to wear masks or be socially distanced, but unvaccinated individuals must continue to wear masks and be socially distanced in the funeral home.
Visitation was held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 29th at Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., 337 Hudson Street, Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 30th at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, 340 Hudson Street, Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY. Interment followed the Mass at St. Raymond’s Cemetery, Bronx, NY
Arrangements were entrusted to Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc.; to send condolences or to get directions to the funeral home, please go to www.Quigleybros.com
George Erik Kukkonen
September 23, 1932—June 19, 2021
Cornwall, NY
George E. Kukkonen a resident of Orange County for over 60-years passed away on June 19, 2021 at the Kaplan Family Hospice Residence in Newburgh, New York surrounded by family. He was born in Helsinki, Finland to Yrjo and Elsa Kukkonen. George graduated from Haaren High School in New York City and Paul Smith’s College in northern New York State with an AAS degree in Forestry and Engineering. In addition, George pursued and obtained professional certifications from Syracuse and Cornell Universities for inspection & supervision of public works projects and N.Y.S. Real Estate Law as well as graduating from The John W. Mclure School of the National Hardwood Lumber Association in Tennessee as a Certified Timber & Lumber Inspector and further received a N. Y. S. license for waste water treatment plant operations through the N.Y.S. Dept. of Health & New York University.
George held a variety of positions during his career starting as a Crew Foreman for American Airlines Fleet Services. He worked as an Aquatic Biologist for the New York State Department of conservation and was the Deputy Chief Inspector for the New York City District of the National Hardwood Association and was the Principal of his own firm, International Lumber Consultants. After moving to Orange County in the late 1950’s George was the Town of Blooming Grove Police Chief for a few years. He was a Project Manager, Chief Inspector, and Director of Sanitary Science and Laboratories at Kartiganer Associates, PC in New Windsor, New York. He worked for Orange County as a “Right of Way” agent for municipal projects and was a Public Works Engineer/Inspector for the Town & Village of Monroe, NY and lastly before retiring was the Building Engineer for Arden Hill Hospital.
George is survived by his loving wife Joan of 66-years; Son – Kenneth (Deborah); Grandchildren – Kristin Kababik (Chris), Erik, Kaitlyn Kukkonen (Nigel), and Kevin. Great Grandchildren – Grace Kukkonen, Sophia & Declan Kababik.
The family would like to thank Dr. Bambino, Willcare Home Health Care, and The Kaplan Family Hospice for the wonderful care they gave to George.
Funeral services and burial in Washingtonville Cemetery were private at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions can be made to The Kaplan Family Hospice Residence, 800 Stoney Brook Court, Newburgh, New York 12550.