Benjamin Harris
March 20, 1921—January 23, 2022
Cornwall, NY
Benjamin Harris, of Cornwall, NY entered into eternal rest on January 23, 2022 at his home. He was 100 years old.
Ben was one of six children born to Henry Harris and Frieda (Meyers) Harris of Harlem, NYC. He was the first in his family to be born in a hospital, Harlem Hospital.
Ben attended Berkshire High School in Harlem. He worked for Gazelle Textiles starting as a Janitor, working his way up through the textile shop until he became head of the textile company.
Ben married Bella Katzelnik in 1941. He served in the US Navy during World War II. After the war, he and his brother, Sidney, went into the taxicab business in the Bronx, NYC. Eventually, he sold his half of the medallion and moved to Newburgh, NY where he began his career as a Real Estate Salesman, and through hard work, established Benjamin Harris Real Estate.
Ben was an all-around athlete; he loved all sports and card playing. He celebrated his 100th birthday on March 20, 2021, with his family on Zoom.
Ben is survived by his daughters: Judith Morse, Barbara Reisinger, Leslie Holtz and his son-in-law, Dr. Jerome Holtz; brother: Edward Harris; his 9 grandchildren: Sherri Cordelli-Johnson, Geoffrey Morse, John Reisinger, Robert Reisinger, Daniel Reisinger, Gregory Reisinger, Rebecca Reisinger, Joshua Holtz, Gabriele Holtz; 15 great grandchildren; many great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and a host of friends. Ben was predeceased by his wife: Bella and infant son, Gregory.
The family would like to thank Dr. Harvey and Ellie Siegal; and Ben’s devoted staff: Sully Curbelo, Cathy Dinger, Cynthia Flores, Diana Giron, Christina Perez and Maria Figueroa.
Interment will be held at 11:45 a.m. on Jan. 28 at Mount Hebron Cemetery, 130-04 Horace Harding Expressway, Flushing, NY. Due to the continued public health concerns of covid-19, please know that facial coverings must be worn and social distancing must be practiced at all times.
Memorial Donations in Ben’s name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105.
Arrangements are entrusted to Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc.; to send condolences, please go to www.Quigleybros.com
Denise L. Bailey Riley
January 3, 1958—January 21, 2022
Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY
Denise L. Riley, of Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY entered into eternal rest on January 21, 2022 at Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh, NY. She was 64 years old.
The daughter of the late Harold D. Bailey and Anna G. (Ruzich) Bailey, Denise was born on January 3, 1958 in Cornwall, NY.
Denise was a graduate of Newburgh Free Academy and held several jobs until becoming a fulltime homemaker.
A family statement reads: Denise loved spending time in the kitchen creating delicious meals for her family. She enjoyed a good cup of tea. In her later years she battled several illnesses with grace and stayed strong until the end. We will all miss her more than words can say.
Denise is survived by her loving and devoted husband: Michael P. Riley at home; her sons: Sean M. Riley and Andrew P. Riley at home; her sister: Debra Bailey in Wilmington, NC; her sisters-in-law Anne (Jim) Nichols in Haymarket, VA and Sue (Bob) McNeely in Walden, NY. In addition to her parents, Denise was predeceased by her sister: Donna Borman and brother-in-law Timothy Riley.
Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 30th at Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., 337 Hudson Street, Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY. Due to the continued public health concerns of covid-19, please know that facial coverings must be worn in the funeral home at all times. A Chapel Service will follow the Visitation at 5:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis TN 38105-1942
Arrangements are entrusted to Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc.; to send condolences or to get directions to the funeral home, please go to www.Quigleybros.com
Caleen M. Wilcox
July 19, 1947—January 18, 2022
Newburgh, NY
Caleen M. Wilcox, of Newburgh, NY entered into eternal rest on January 18, 2022 at her home. She was 74 years old.
The daughter of the late Edward Burns and Marie (Dedicke) Burns, Caleen was born on July 19, 1947 in Newburgh, NY.
Our mother was incredible, with the biggest heart of anyone we knew. She welcomed all into her home, her heart, and her life, no matter who you were. She loved her family deeply, dedicating her life to her daughters, especially our beloved Kelly. She had a great love of the ocean, and dogs. She loved to read, cook for her family, and play with her grandchildren. She saw the good in everyone. Along with her warm, giving nature, our mom had a very witty, dry sense of humor. She was always ready (and willing!) with a smile, a wise crack, encouragement, or sage words of advice. Our mother instilled in us one paramount wisdom above all else: Roots and Wings. Roots, for we will always have her right here no matter what, but the wings to fly and explore and live to be ourselves, yet always able to return home, to her. With insurmountable sadness we mourn her, yet with profound joy we celebrate her life as we lay her to rest, at peace in Heaven above. She will be missed beyond what mere words could ever express. We love you, Mom.
Caleen is survived by her loving husband: David J. Wilcox and their dog, Mindy, at home; her daughters: Maria L. McGrady and her husband, Matt, of Newburgh, NY; and Amanda N. Brueckner, and her husband, George, of Newburgh, NY; Her grandchildren: Haley and MacKenzie; And Brother-in-law, Charles Wilcox, of Auburn, NY. In addition to her parents, Caleen was predeceased by her daughter Kelly Ann Wilcox in 2015.
Memorial Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 29th at Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., 337 Hudson Street, Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY. Due to the continued public health concerns of covid-19, please know that facial coverings must be worn in the funeral home at all times.
A Chapel Service will follow the Visitation at 4:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Cremation took place at Cedar Hill Crematory, Middle Hope, NY.
In lieu of flowers we ask that you please donate to the ASPCA or your local animal shelter.
Arrangements are entrusted to Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc.; to send condolences or to get directions to the funeral home, please go to www.Quigleybros.com