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05/26/2026

Obituary and Funeral Information for Longtime Area Resident & Navy Veteran, Floyd Irving Isham, Jr.

Sharon – Floyd Irving Isham, Jr., 87, a longtime area resident, died Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Sharon Health Care Center in Sharon, CT. Mr. Isham worked for the Tri-Wall Container Corp. in Wassaic, NY, for fifteen years and also worked as a self-employed private caretaker for over twenty-five years, caring for local estates in Shekomeko, Pine Plains and Ancramdale, NY, prior to his retirement.

Born August 25, 1938 in St. George, VT, he was the son of the late Floyd Irving and Hazel (Thompson) Isham, Sr. Following his high school years, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served from 1958 until his honorable discharge in 1961. Mr. Isham also served in the Vermont National Guard. On August 11, 1990 in Dover Plains, NY, he married Nancy L. Cross. Mrs. Isham died on July 8, 2005.

Mr. Isham was a life member of the Millerton American Legion Post # 178 in Millerton, NY, and was a former member of the Amenia Fish & Game Club in Amenia, NY. He served for eight years as president of the Dutchess County Federation of Fish & Game Clubs and also served on their legislative committee for a number of years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed gardening, watching the New York Mets and the Boston Red Sox on television and spent a great deal of time following the horses at OTB. Floyd will be deeply missed by his loving family and his many dear friends. Floyd’s family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the nurses, nursing assistants and staff at Sharon Health Care Center for the kind and respectful attention provided to Floyd while in their care.

Mr. Isham is survived by two children, Mary K***a and Theodore Isham; three stepchildren, Candy Strong and her husband Bill, Brian Marshall and his wife Kathy and Tanya Mayhew; two grandchildren, Samantha Harrison and her husband Raymond and Cody Mayhew; one great grandchild, Harper Lee Harrison; several siblings and many nieces and nephews and friends. In addition to his wife and parents, he was also predeceased by three sisters, Lucille, Leonna and Roselyn.

Graveside services and burial will take place on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 11am at Ellsworth Cemetery, 25 Cemetery Road, Sharon, CT, with Standard Naval Honors. Pastor William Mayhew will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to the Millerton American Legion Post # 178, 155 Route 44, Millerton, NY 12546. To send an online condolence to the family, flowers to the service or to plant a tree in Floyd’s honor, please visit

05/14/2026

A Celebration Of Life For Lifelong Area Resident, Raymond E. Wheeler, Jr., Will Be Held On Saturday, May 30th, 2026 at 1pm At The Wassaic Fire House, Fire House Road, Wassaic, NY. All Are Invited To Attend.

Amenia – Raymond Emanuel Wheeler, Jr., 72, a lifelong area resident died Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at Sharon Hospital in Sharon, CT. Ray worked for the Town of Amenia Highway Department for twenty-three years and for the New York State Department of Transportation in Wassaic, NY, for ten years prior to his retirement in 2010. Ray also assisted in running the family business in Wassaic for over thirty years.

Born November 6, 1953 in Sharon, Connecticut, he was the son of the late Raymond E. and Helen C. (Chase) Wheeler, Sr. He was educated in Amenia, NY, schools and served his community for decades as a member of the Wassaic Fire Company and The Sharon Fire Department in Connecticut. He was an avid turkey and deer hunter throughout his life and he enjoyed socializing with his many friends and taking car rides throughout the valley regularly. Ray also enjoyed spending time with his family and watching the races at Lebanon Valley Speedway. He will be deeply missed by his loving family and many friends.

Ray is survived by his companion of twenty years, Karen Ellis of Amenia; four sons, Raymond E. Wheeler of Spring Hill, FL, Michael R. Wheeler and his wife Justine also of Spring Hill, Thomas E. Wheeler and his wife Alicia of Wassaic and Christopher Ellis; his grandchildren, Branden Wheeler, Zachary Wheeler and his wife Katie, Kaden Wheeler, Michael Wheeler, Jr. and his wife Michele, Alyssa Wheeler, Thomas Wheeler and his girlfriend Kenzie Milton and Kaylee Wheeler and her boyfriend Nick; four great grandchildren, Mason, Layton, Michael III and Cole Wheeler; his siblings, Emily Tarbox and her husband Carl, Rachel Wheeler, Sharon McEathron and her husband Daryl and Helen Murphy and her husband William and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Ruth Ann (Ammerman) Wheeler, three sisters, Hattie Butts, Juanita Donaldson and Patricia Wilson and his grandson, Hunter Wheeler.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, May 30th 2026 at 1pm at the Wassaic Fire House, 27 Firehouse Rd., Wassaic, NY 12592. Burial will take place privately at Valley View Cemetery in Dover Plains, NY. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Scott D. Conklin Funeral Home, 37 Park Avenue, Millerton, NY 12546. To send an online condolence to the family, flowers to the service or to plant a tree in Ray’s memory, please visit

05/13/2026

Obituary and Funeral Information for Longtime Millerton, NY, Resident Beverly M. Scutieri, Beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother.

Millerton – Beverly M. Scutieri, 89, a fifty-four-year resident of Millerton, NY, died peacefully at her home in Millerton on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Scutieri had a long career in banking with Chase Manhattan Bank in Millerton prior to her retirement. She also served two terms on the Village Board in Millerton many years ago.

Born in Elizabethtown, NY, she was the daughter of the late Leo and Hazel (Straight) Cole. On July 26, 1958 in Mount Vernon, NY, she married Alfonso P. Scutieri, Jr. Mr. Scutieri passed away in 2017. Mrs. Scutieri enjoyed knitting, reading and spending time with her grandchildren who affectionately named her “G-Bev”. She also really enjoyed spending weekends in the Adirondacks with her loving sisters for many years. She will be dearly missed by her devoted family and many dear friends.

Mrs. Scutieri is survived by her two sons, John Scutieri and his wife Sheila of Millerton and Michael Scutieri and his wife Beth of Pittsfield, MA; her sister, Cheryl Norton; six grandchildren; four great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, she was also predeceased by two sisters, Nancy Sheldon and Jean Straight.

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2026 from 11am to 1pm at the Scott D. Conklin Funeral Home, 37 Park Avenue, Millerton, NY 12546. A funeral service will take place at 1pm at the funeral home. Pastor William Mayhew will officiate. Burial will follow at Irondale Cemetery in Millerton. Memorial contributions may be made to the NorthEast/Millerton Library, P.O. Box 786, Millerton, NY 12546. To send an online condolence to the family, flowers to the service or to plant a tree in Beverly’s memory please visit

05/06/2026

Liane McGhee, a woman defined by her strength of will, generosity, and unwavering devotion to her family, passed away leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Born Liane Victoria Conklin on May 27, 1957, in Sharon, CT, she grew up on Fish Street in Millerton, a place that remained close to her heart throughout her life. A proud graduate of the Webutuck High School Class of 1975, Liane soon began the most significant chapter of her life when she married Bill McGhee on August 7, 1976. Together, they built a life centered on family and shared values.

Liane was a woman of many passions. She found peace in the outdoors, whether she was taking scenic country rides, fishing, or walking her dog. An avid reader and a talented painter, she possessed a creative spirit and a caring heart that extended to all animals. Above all, Liane was most at home when surrounded by her family.

Liane is survived by her devoted husband of nearly 50 years, Bill McGhee. Her legacy continues through her three children: Joshua (Tanya) McGhee, Justin McGhee, and Jaclyn (Joe) Perusse. She was the proud grandmother of Connor, Calia, and Kennedy McGhee, as well as Lillian and Tillman Perusse. She is also survived by her siblings, Larry Conklin and Linda Holst-Grubbe. Liane was predeceased by her parents Martin and Lillian Conklin, and her brother, Robert “Bob” Conklin.

In keeping with Liane’s generous nature, the family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to Hudson Valley Hospice (by mail to 374 Violet Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 or online at https://www.hvhospice.org/donate) or to the Millerton Fire Company at 24 Century Blvd, Millerton, NY 12546.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, May 8, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Conklin Funeral Home, 37 Park Avenue, Millerton, NY.

Her family will remember her as the strong-willed and caring matriarch who always put them first. She will be deeply missed.

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05/06/2026

A Celebration of Life and Visitation will take place on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 4pm to 7pm for Lifelong Millerton, NY, Resident Liane McGhee. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister at the Scott D. Conklin Funeral Home, 37 Park Avenue, Millerton, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to Hudson Valley Hospice or the Millerton Fire Company.

04/23/2026

Obituary and Funeral Information for Lifelong Area Resident, Barbara Ann Murphy. Beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. United State Army Veteran.

Amenia - Barbara Ann Murphy, 93, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith,
devotion, and unwavering love for her family.
Born on January 5, 1933, in Poughkeepsie, New York, Barbara was the daughter of
Wallace and Catherine Schaffer. She dedicated her early life to caring for others,
graduating from St. Francis School of Nursing in Poughkeepsie and later earning her
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. Her calling to
serve led her to the Army Nurse Corps, where she proudly served as a First Lieutenant
during the Korean Conflict, stationed at Walter Reed Hospital.
It was through her work as a nurse that Barbara’s life took a beautiful turn; she met her
future husband, William E.P. Murphy, while caring for him as a patient at St. Francis
Hospital. Their love story blossomed into a marriage that began on September 20,
1958, and endured until his passing in 2000.
Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who built a life centered on faith,
family, and service. After raising her children, she returned to nursing at the Wassaic
Developmental Center, where she worked until her retirement in 1990. She also served
her community as a member of the Amenia Fire Company, volunteering as an EMT and
offering care and comfort to those in need. Service was not just her profession, it was a
defining part of who she was. She spent over 50 years in Amenia, New York, a place
she proudly called home before moving to Geer Village in Canaan, Connecticut in 2013.
A deeply devout Catholic, Barbara lived her faith daily. She was a dedicated member of
Immaculate Conception Church in Amenia, faithfully attending daily Mass and serving
as a lector. Her commitment to her faith extended beyond routine; it was a guiding force
in her life, one she instilled in her children and grandchildren. Whether it meant finding a
church in an airport during travels or sharing quiet moments of reflection, she ensured
that faith remained at the center of family life.
Barbara found joy in life’s simple and meaningful pleasures. She was an avid traveler,
exploring Europe and enjoying riverboat cruises with her beloved husband Bill. After his
passing, she continued her adventures with her sisters-in-law, embracing the world with
curiosity and gratitude. At home, she was rarely without a book in hand, a voracious
reader who found comfort and joy in stories.
She will be remembered for her wisdom, her steady presence, and her ability to find joy
in laughter, especially a good joke, often shared and passed along from others. Above
all, she will be remembered for her deep love of family, her strength, and the values she
lived by every day.

Barbara is survived by her children: Christopher Murphy (Tamara) of Clermont, FL;
Maureen Morley (Thomas) of Lake Ariel, PA; Eileen Ehlers (Richard) of Olathe, KS;
Leah Rost (Ernest) of Brick, NJ; and William Murphy, Jr. (Mary) of Amenia, NY. She also
leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Richard Ehlers, Jr., Elyse Colon, Hillary,
Lauren and Kurt Bennett, William Rost, Abbey, Krista and Liam Murphy, and Owen and
Connor Lynch, along with ten great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister in-
law; Veronica Rosen and her husband Ron of Poughkeepsie, NY; and Sandra Murphy of Simpsonville, SC, as
well as many beloved nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband, William E.P. Murphy; her grandson, Gregory
Rost in 2018, her sister, Joan Post in 2017.
Barbara’s life was a testament to faith, service, and love, a life well lived and deeply
cherished by all who knew her.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11a.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Immaculate Conception Church, 4 Lavelle Road, Amenia, NY. Burial will follow at Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Amenia, NY, with Standard Military Army Honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception Church, 4 Lavelle Road, Amenia, NY 12501. To send an online condolence to the family or to plant a tree in Barbara’s memory, please visit www.conklinfuneralhome.com Arrangements have been entrusted to Scott D. Conklin Funeral Home, 37 Park Avenue, Millerton, NY 12546.

04/14/2026

Obituary and Funeral Information for Longtime Area Resident Ellen A. "Dee" Mancuso.

Ellen “Dee” Mancuso, 70, of Millbrook, NY passed away on April 12, 2026. She was born on November 25, 1955, in Mount Vernon, where she spent her early years with her siblings, surrounded by family, love and lifelong memories she often recalled.
Dee met her husband, Frank, in 1970, and they married in August of 1981. They lived in New Rochelle, where they built a life surrounded by family, before moving to Millbrook in 1997. She was a proud and loving mother to her girls, Deanna and Theresa. Her greatest joy in life was her family, and she cherished every moment spent with her children and grandchildren.
Known to many as Dee, she had a gift for connecting with people. She loved meeting new people, doing new things, and sharing stories. She loved to cook, often bringing family together through meals made with care and comfort. She enjoyed traveling, especially trips south to visit her siblings, which brought her great happiness. She loved making a grand entrance, bringing energy and life to every room. She had the most powerful blue eyes that reflected her feelings, and her warmth, curiosity, and genuine spirit made everyone feel welcome and valued.
Dee dedicated her life to caring for those she loved. She was the heart of her family, always putting others first and ensuring that everyone around her felt supported and loved. She was the first to jump in whenever anyone needed anything, offering help without hesitation. Her love for her children and grandchildren was boundless, and she took immense pride in the lives they built and the people they became.
She found joy in life’s simple pleasures, a good cup of coffee, meaningful conversations, Hallmark movies and time spent surrounded by those she loved most. Her presence brought comfort, her laughter brought light, and her love created a lasting foundation for her family.
She was predeceased by her father, William Ehlers, her mother, Ellen and her brother, William. She is survived by her husband, Frank; her daughters, Deanna Hearn and her husband Adam of Dover Plains, NY, and Theresa Busa and her husband John of Dover Plains, NY; her beloved grandchildren, Andrew LaCasse, Alexander LaCasse, Johnny Busa, Marshall Busa and Asher Hearn who affectionately called her "Deema"; her brother Brian Ehlers and his wife Lucille of Indian Trail, NC; her sister and best friend Cheryl Caravello and her husband Angelo of Athens, TN; along with many cherished nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will held on Saturday, April, 18, 2026 from 10 am to 12 pm at the Scott D. Conklin Funeral Home, 37 Park Avenue, Millerton, NY 12546. A funeral service will take place at 12 pm on Saturday at the funeral home. Pastor William Mayhew will officiate. To send an online condolence to the family, flowers to the service or to plant a tree in Dee’s honor, please visit www.conklinfuneralhome.com Arrangements have been entrusted to the Scott D. Conklin Funeral Home, 37 Park Avenue, Millerton, NY.
Her last days were spent with family and friends. Dee will be deeply missed, but her legacy of love, strength, and compassion will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

04/03/2026

Obituary Information for Lifelong Area Resident and Town of North East Highway Superintendent Robert Donald "Bob" Stevens.

Millerton – Robert Donald “Bob” Stevens, 63, a lifelong area resident died unexpectedly on Monday evening, March 30, 2026 at his home in Millerton, NY. Bob had a 40-year career with the Town of North East Highway Department where he currently served as the Town of North East Highway Superintendent for nearly two decades. One of Bob’s proudest accomplishments was seeing the completion of the new Town of North East Highway Department Facility on Route 22 in Millerton.

Born December 20, 1962 in Sharon, CT, he was the son of the late Kenneth W. and Roberta K. (Briggs) Stevens. Bob was a 1981 graduate of Webutuck High School in Amenia, NY, he also attended BOCES Technical School in Salt Point, NY, while enrolled at Webutuck. Bob served his community for many years as an active member of the Millerton Fire Company and was a longtime member of the New York State Association of Town Superintendents of Highways, Inc., where he always enjoyed attending highway training school in Lake Placid, NY. Bob really enjoyed traversing the local roadways in Millerton in his iconic orange pick-up truck, and could often be seen at all hours of the day and night making sure that the main roads and side roads were in the best possible condition for his friends and neighbors. Bob loved the Town of North East and he will be dearly missed by those he served throughout his decades long career. In his spare time, he enjoyed texting with his son Robert, time on the Hudson River and rebuilding engines for many friends in his younger years.

Bob is survived by his son, Robert Donald Stevens, Jr., and his partner Elizabeth Gillett of Austin, TX; his sister, Donna M. Archer of Rockledge, PA; his nephew Josh Archer and his wife Ashley Archer Monteiro of Jenkintown, PA; his aunt, Annette Shaffer; his uncle, Frederick G. Briggs and many good friends. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his aunt, June Briggs.

At Bob’s request there will be no calling hours. Private entombment in The Community Mausoleum will take place at Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery, 342 South Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY.

Special stories, reflections of Bob and condolence offerings can be sent to Bob’s son at [email protected]. Memorial contributions may be made to the Millerton Fire Company, P.O. Box 733, Millerton, NY 12546. To send an online condolence to the family or to plant a tree in Bob’s memory, please visit www.conklinfuneralhome.com Arrangements have been entrusted to Scott D. Conklin Funeral Home, 37 Park Avenue, Millerton, NY 12546.

03/18/2026

Obituary and Funeral Information for Lifelong Amenia, NY, Resident Valerie Anne Euvrard. Beloved Sister and Aunt.

Amenia – Valerie Anne Euvrard, 75, a lifelong area resident died peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her home in Amenia, NY, on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Valerie worked at the Waldorf Restaurant in Sharon, CT, as a dishwasher for many years before embarking on a long career in the Food Service Department at the Wassaic Developmental Center in Wassaic, NY. Valerie retired from New York State in 2000.

Born July 6, 1950 in Sharon, CT, she was the daughter of the late Walter E. and Leah (Martyn) Euvrard. Valerie attended Webutuck High School in Amenia, NY, and was a longtime member of the Stone Church Grange in Dover Plains, NY. Valerie was also a longtime member of the Sharon United Methodist Church in Sharon, CT, and the North East Baptist Church in Millerton, NY. For many years Valerie enjoyed bowling it the Early Bird League at Cove Lanes in Great Barrington, MA. Valerie was an avid greeting card designer and her family members always looked forward to receiving one of her custom designed cards. She also enjoyed playing games on her tablet and spending time with her loving family. Truly a kind soul, she will be dearly missed by all.

Valerie is survived by her siblings, Wayne Euvrard and his wife Cami of McCormick, SC, Jeffrey Euvrard and his wife Patty of Derby, CT, Dara Simmons and her husband Bob of Amenia, NY, and David Euvrard and his wife Nora of Sharon, CT; her nephew, Sean Russell and his fiancé Amanda Bezio of Palenville, NY; two nieces, Kayla Renee Kuniegel and her husband Justin of Bath, PA, and Ashley Dautrich and her husband Mark of Torrington, CT; her great-niece, Parker Wright and her great-nephew, Dawkins Wright and several cousins. In addition to her parents, Valerie was predeceased by her brother, Glen A. Euvrard in 2019.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 10am to 12pm at the Scott D. Conklin Funeral Home, 37 Park Avenue, Millerton, NY. A funeral service will take place at 12pm at the funeral home. Rev. Dr. Anna C. Camphouse will officiate. Burial will take place privately at Hillside Cemetery in Sharon, CT, at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sharon United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 172, Sharon, CT, 06069 or North East Baptist Church, P.O. Box 531, Millerton, NY 12546 or Wassaic Fire Company, P.O. Box 287, Wassaic, NY 12592. To send an online condolence to the family, flowers to the service or to plant a tree in Valerie’s memory, please visit

03/18/2026

Obituary and Funeral Information for Centenarian George Ernest Phillips, WWII Veteran, Restaurateur, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather.

Amenia – George Ernest Phillips, 100, a lifelong area resident died peacefully on Monday, March 16, 2026 at Sharon Center for Health and Rehabilitation in Sharon, CT. From 1955 to 1972, Mr. Phillips owned and operated the Edgewood Restaurant in Amenia, NY, with his wife Anne, he was also a real estate broker for many years as well.

Born September 13, 1925 in Poughkeepsie, NY, he was the son of the late Royal and Elizabeth (Piltz) Phillips. He was a graduate of Amenia High School and attended Cornell University. Mr. Phillips served his country in the United States Army from 1943 to 1946 in the Golden Acorn Infantry Division as well as in the 3rd Army of General George S. Patton. He also assumed a variety of roles during his time in the 87th Infantry Division, including platoon messenger and platoon sergeant. On Veterans Day in 2019 he was one of 108 veterans nationally that received a pin and certificate in recognition of 75-years of continuous service to his local legion post, the Millerton American Legion Post 178. Mr. Phillips also documented his experiences in a book, “Stories of My Life”, which he presented to the Amenia Historical Society. On February 3, 1953 in Cornwall Bridge, CT, he married Frances Anna “Anne” Sprossel who passed away on May 21, 2024. He will be dearly missed by his loving family and many caregivers.

Mr. Phillips is survived by two daughters, Diane Phillips of Wakefield, RI and Debra Phillips of Pine Plains, NY; four grandchildren, David Fletcher and his wife Amber, Peter Faggella and his wife Megan, Daniel Faggella and Shannon Fierro and her husband Frank; five great grandchildren, Dominic and Leah Fletcher, Charlotte and Joseph Fierro and Hannah Faggella and several niece and nephews. In addition to his parents and his wife, Mr. Phillips was also predeceased by three brothers, Royal Phillips, Webster Phillips and Chester Phillips.

Calling hours will be held from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday March 27, 2026 at Scott D. Conklin Funeral Home, 37 Park Avenue, Millerton, NY. The Millerton Legion Post 178 will conduct a service at 1:00 p.m. The United States Army will render Standard Military Honors at 1:15 p.m. A funeral service will take place at 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Pastor William Mayhew will officiate. To send an online condolence to the family, flowers to the service or to plant a tree in Mr. Phillips’ honor, please visit