Frances Francan
September 1, 1942—June 16, 2023
Cornwall, NY
Frances Francan of Cornwall, NY passed away on June 16, 2023 at her home in Cornwall. She was 80 years old.
Born on September 1, 1942 in New York City, she was the daughter of Frank and Augustina Sedlacek.
Frances graduated from Cathedral High School in Manhattan in 1960 and enrolled in the Infant Care Technician Program at the New York Foundling Hospital upon graduation. After completing the program, she started to work at the Hospital and left there when her first son, Frank, was born in 1967. After her children were in school, she resumed working at a variety of child care agencies and eventually was employed as a Teacher’s Aide at Gidney Avenue School in the Newburgh School District. She retired from this latest position in 1997 and moved to Florida when her grandchildren were born.
Frances was a member of Club 60 Senior Citizens in Newburgh, NY enjoying the benefits and company of all club members including attendance at the annual Wildwood, NJ trip as well as various casino and theater outings.
Frances is survived by her husband, Richard, having spent 58 glorious years together along with their three children, Frank, Jeffrey and his wife Lisa, and Tracey and her husband Fred, along with Tracey’s two amazing children, Chelsea and Logan.
Frances’ family wish to thank all those professional personnel who provided the needed care for Frances, including her Primary Care Physician, Dr. Saju Das, as well as Dr. Javier Ruiz and Dr. Jaspreet Singh, and the team of dedicated staff from Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, Inc.
She was predeceased by her parents.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., 337 Hudson Street, Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 5:30 PM with cremation on Wednesday, June 21, 2023.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Hudson Valley SPCA in New Windsor, NY or to 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
Timothy P. Hickey
May 15, 1979—June 14, 2023
Cornwall, NY
Timothy “Tim” P. Hickey, of Cornwall, NY entered into eternal rest unexpectedly on June 14, 2023 at his home. He was 44 years old.
The son of John J. Hickey and Helen R. Hickey, Tim was born on May 15, 1979 in Newburgh, NY.
Tim attended elementary school from kindergarten to 8th grade at St. Thomas of Canterbury School in Cornwall, NY. He went on to graduate from Cornwall High School in 1997. He was a Security Guard at the Cornwall Hospital during his high school years. Tim graduated from Ramapo College in 2001. After two years serving the NYPD, he followed in his father’s footsteps and became a Firefighter with FDNY Engine 91 in Harlem, NY.
Tim was a parishioner at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church. He was a reserved person with a quiet gentle presence. He enjoyed being around his friends and family but did not like to be the center of attention. For those who were close to him, they saw his humor and levity. He was very funny and everyone who took the time to get to know him loved him. He was a devoted father and uncle, always up to go for a swim in the pool, play a game of catch outside, or watch a movie. He enjoyed taking his motorcycle out for a drive on a nice day. He was kind and patient, the best brother and son. He was always there for his friends and family, helping his dad cook a Sunday dinner or his mom watering her plants trying desperately to keep them alive. We will miss his gentle smile and generous laughter. Tim meant more to his family than he ever understood.
He will be missed greatly by all who knew him!
Tim is survived by his daughter, the sunshine of his life: Megan M. Hickey; his sisters: Mary B. (Hickey) Louey and her husband Jeremy of Montgomery, NY and Katie A. (Hickey) Bellamy and her husband Tim of Cornwall, NY; and by his nieces: Elizabeth and Sarah Louey and Amelia Bellamy; and by his nephew: Benjamin Bellamy.
Visitation was held from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 18th at Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., 337 Hudson Street Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 19th at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, 340 Hudson Street, Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY. Interment followed the Mass at St. Thomas Cemetery, Cornwall, NY.
Memorial Contributions in Tim’s name may be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306 or Hudson Valley SPCA, PO Box 356, Vails Gate, NY 12584.
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
Sean F. Thompson
September 17, 1956—June 17, 2023
Cornwall, NY
Born on September 17, 1956 in White Plains, NY to Jack and Jean Thompson, Sean was raised primarily in Brewster, NY. He graduated in 1974 from Brewster High School where he excelled both academically and athletically. Sean then attended SUNY Plattsburgh, graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science in Chemistry, and competing for their NCAA Track and Field Team where he made lifelong friends. Plattsburg is also where he met and married his loving wife of 41 years, Jean Marie Thompson (Vititow).
Pursuing a career in education, Sean began teaching at Don Bosco Preparatory High School, Ramsey NJ (1985-88), and spent the bulk of his career teaching at New York Military Academy in Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY (1988-2017). Sean completed his career, earlier than anticipated, at Oakwood Friends School in Poughkeepsie NY (2017-2023). Throughout his career, he taught chemistry, physics, math of all levels, and photography and was a successful, passionate three sport coach (cross country, basketball, and track and field).
Sean was an avid reader with a thirst for knowledge. As Sean liked to say, whatever trivia team he was on would be “the winning team”. He was intelligent and knowledgeable across a broad spectrum of subjects. Sean was kind, gentle, supportive, patient, loving, and generous, with a great sense of humor. He made an impact on so many people throughout his life. Sean was respected and loved by students and colleagues, and adored by his family and friends. His guidance, wisdom, and “dad jokes” will be greatly missed. Sean is probably looking down on us, eternally grateful that home and garden projects are no longer his responsibility.
Sean is survived by his wife: Jean; their children: Megan Gebert (Joseph Gebert) and Matthew Thompson (Katelyn Jones); grandchildren: Natalie and Jack Gebert; his siblings: Mary Thompson, Ann Thompson (Mark Taper), and Patrick Thompson (Tiffany Thompson); and brother-in-law: Ray Sechrist; as well as many nieces and nephews. Additionally, he is survived by lifelong friends who were as important to him as family. He was preceded in death by his parents John “Jack” Thompson, Jean Thompson (Starratt), and his sister Eilleen Sechrist (Thompson).
Sean passed away peacefully at home in Cornwall, NY in the presence of loved ones on Saturday, June 17, 2023 from Renal Cell Carcinoma.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 22nd at Quigley-Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., 337 Hudson St. Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY. Reflections and a Celebration of Sean’s Life will begin at 3:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in honor of Sean Thompson to Oakwood Friends School. Funds specified to Sean will be used for a memorial tree along the last stretch of the cross country course, now known as “Thompson’s Turn” to serve as a reminder of the importance of strength and perseverance. Any additional funds will go to supporting arts and athletics at Oakwood in Sean’s honor. https://www.oakwoodfriends.org/forms/donate-to-oakwood-friends-school/
The family would like to extend their appreciation to Hospice of Orange and Sullivan for their kind and loving support and outstanding care. Donations to Hospice of Orange and Sullivan in Sean’s honor would also be greatly appreciated.
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