Philip J. Hopp
January 3, 1942—April 9, 2022
Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY
Philip J. Hopp, of Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY peacefully entered into eternal rest on April 9, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was 80 years old.
The son of the late Valentine J. Hopp and Agnes E. (Schmidt) Hopp, he was born on January 3, 1942 in Flushing, NY.
Philip honorably and proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army with the 82nd Airborne Division and subsequently served at home and retired as a Firefighter with FDNY Engine 94 in the Bronx, NY. He then worked as an HVAC technician at the United States Military Academy West Point.
Philip was an active member of St. Thomas of Canterbury Roman Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus, Council 7460. Philip enjoyed painting and was a talented photographer, often capturing the beauty of the Hudson Valley with his sharp eye for light and color. He shared his artistic talents, most notably with a photography exhibition at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum. Every morning he enjoyed playing Wizard 101, an on-line game where he connected with players from around the world who then became friends. Philip was known to always have a smile and was quick to crack a joke, share a laugh, have a conversation and give trusted advice. Everyone was a friend and all were welcomed into his home. He enjoyed fishing and boating, but most of all spending time with his three best friends, his grandsons, whom he loved beyond measure. He frequently took them out to lunch and a movie, on treasure hunts, and he could always be found cheering them on at their games and concerts. As far as grandfathers go, Phil was the very best.
Philip is survived by his beloved wife, Gloria (Carolan) Hopp at home; his son Michael S. Hopp of Charlotte, NC; daughter Kelli A. (Hopp) Falk and her husband Bradley of Newburgh, NY; grandchildren Connor, Cameron and Jayden Falk of Newburgh, NY; sister Theresa Soldano and her husband Vincent of Cornwall, NY; brother Richard Hopp and his wife Carol of Rocky Point, NY; and numerous nieces and nephews, all of whom will miss him immensely.
The Hopp family would like to extend a special thank you to Missy and Steve Berean for their kind and loving support during this difficult time.
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 will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, April 18th at Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., 337 Hudson Street, Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 19th at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, 340 Hudson Street, Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY. Cremation will take place at Cedar Hill Crematory, Middle Hope, NY.
Memorial Contributions in Philip’s name may be made to Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Inc., 800 Stony Brook Court, Newburgh, NY 12550.
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.
Kevin Mark Keegan
April 2, 2022
On April 2, 2022, Kevin Mark Keegan of Williamstown. Beloved husband of Donna J. (nee Bielli). Devoted father of Justin L. Keegan and Max A. Keegan. Dear brother-in-law of Donato Bielli (Patricia) and Albert Bielli (Kathy). Loving uncle of Brian Bielli, Christina Holt, Jennifer Bielli, Lindsay Landis, Elizabeth Marx and Jonathan Bielli.
Family and friends are invited to attend his viewing viewing Sunday 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Egizi Funeral Home, 119 Ganttown Road, Washington Twp. Funeral Service 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mark’s memory to TSEUA for the Mark Keegan Memorial Cadet Umpire Program, 53 Greens Way, Blackwood, NJ 08012
“A Life Well Lived Is Worth Remembering”
Iris V. Keresztes
April 12, 1927—April 4, 2022
Cornwall, NY
Iris Keresztes, beloved mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, died peacefully at the age of 94 in her home in Cornwall, NY on April 4, 2022.
Iris Violeta Cordero Ravelo was born to Carmen Ravelo and Federico Cordero in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on April 12, 1927. Her father was a cobbler from Spain and her mother was a homemaker whose family roots were in the Caribbean. Iris was very close with her family.
Iris met her husband Vilmos Keresztes, a World War II refugee from Budapest, Hungary who had moved to the Dominican Republic for work. She helped him learn Spanish during their courtship. They married and had two daughters named after their mothers: Anna and Carmen. Iris owned a clothing boutique in Santo Domingo while Vilmos worked as a jeweler and watchmaker. They made the difficult decision to leave the Dominican Republic and immigrate to New York City, in search of better economic prospects and a brighter future for their children, and initially settled in the Bronx, where their third child, Vilmos Keresztes, Jr., was born.
Iris and Vilmos worked hard to learn English. She dreamed of getting out of the city, and one day, her husband told her to close her eyes and point anywhere on a map. Her finger landed on Waldwick, NJ, a tranquil town within commuting distance of Manhattan, where her husband worked as a General Manager at Marty Forscher’s Professional Camera Repair.
Iris was a gifted gardener and cook. She cultivated beautiful peonies and other plants, and together with her husband, filled their home with the aromas of Dominican, Hungarian, and other delicious dishes. She worked at Sealfon’s department store in Ridgewood, NJ, and excelled in helping women find stylish, flattering outfits. Iris was known to dress impeccably every day, and loved to buy clothes for her family members. A doting mother and grandmother, Iris delighted in hosting her grandchildren for Christmas, where she showered them with gifts. Her grandchildren have fond memories of her constant enthusiasm and passionate involvement in their lives. When Vilmos Sr. had a stroke, they sold their house and moved to Idlewild Creek in Cornwall, where she cared for him with their daughter Carmen, never leaving his side until his death in 2005.
Iris was a quiet, private person who had many interests. She was a lover of poetry in the Spanish language and an avid reader, especially of historical biographies. She was a devoted tennis fan who never missed one of Rafael Nadal’s matches, and her favorite show was Jeopardy! Iris was also a music lover who lit up when hearing her favorite songs by Julio Iglesias, Mercedes Sosa, Michael Jackson, Selena, and Wayne Newton. She was proud to be an American citizen and deeply loved her chosen country.
Iris is survived by her adoring children: Anna Fernandez, Carmen Kerr and her husband James Kerr, and Vilmos Keresztes, Jr. and his wife Debbie Keresztes; and grandchildren: Erik Heh, Kristen Heh, Tomás Kerr and his partner Emma Dombkowski, Olivia Kerr and her partner Mark Lasar, Julia Kerr and her partner Noah Barnes, Tiffany Henriksen, Amy Keresztes and her husband Matthew Waxman, and Julie Keresztes. Iris touched the lives of many and has remained in contact over the years with former colleagues, caregivers, and neighbors who will miss her terribly.
In her final years she received loving care every day by her devoted daughter Carmen and nurse Editha Ayongao. Her presence is indelible and she will live on forever in the memories of her loved ones.
Arrangements are entrusted to Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc.; to send condolences, please go to www.Quigleybros.com
Dierdre Marie Weaver Sopalski
November 25, 1960—February 26, 2022
Formerly of Cornwall
After a long and valiant war with Breast Cancer, our mother, Dierdre Marie Weaver Sopalski, is finally resting in the arms of her Savior. She was surrounded by family and angels and welcomed into Heaven by her loving husband, George.
Mom was born to Dorothy Macri and David Weaver on November 25, 1960 in Washington D.C. Her parents later divorced and she gained two more parents, Stanley Bowie (Dorothy) and Shirley Hamilton Weaver (David). Mom grew up in Cornwall, NY with four brothers and three sisters. She graduated from Cornwall High School in Cornwall, NY in 1977.
Mom and Dad were married on September 19, 1981 at the Saint Catherine’s Catholic Church in Orange Park, Florida. They made their home in Orange Park, Florida and raised five children, Jolene, Rebecca, Erin, Timothy, and Edwin (Eddie).
In 1998, Mom and our family were baptized members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. A year later, in honor of their 18th wedding anniversary, Mom and Dad, with their children, were sealed for all time and eternity in the Orlando Florida Temple on September 18, 1999.
During her years with cancer, she welcomed into her heart and home two sons in law and two daughters in law and 15 grandchildren. Mom’s greatest blessings were her children and grandchildren.
While going through chemo and radiation, Mom completed her associate degree in Business Administration. She then worked as a teacher’s aide for children in Special Education at Ridgeview Elementary. Prior to her baptism in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Mom played guitar and sang for mass at Saint Catherine’s. She continued her love and passion for music and sang in many choirs at church and in the community.
Mom was preceded in death by her husband of 19 years, George Sopalski; father, David Weaver; stepmother, Shirley; stepfather, Stanley Bowie, one sister, Dorothy Fricke, and two sisters in law, Connie Dunlea and Talietha Selfridge, and two granddaughters, Sarah Jane and Mary Hilda White.
She is survived by her children, Jolene (Jeremy Hartnett), Rebecca (John White), Erin, Timothy (Ronilea), and Eddie (Tiffany), 13 grandchildren, her mother, Dorothy Macri, 3 sisters and 7 sisters in law, 4 brothers and 4 brothers in law.
Interment will be held Saturday April 23rd at 3pm at the Magnolia Cemetery 1040 Kingsley Ave Orange Park, FL 32073
Memorial Service will be held following interment at 4pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 461 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL 32073
Interment will be held following the services at the Magnolia Cemetery 1040 Kingsley Ave Orange Park, FL 32073