David A. HELLER

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Poughkeepsie - David A. Heller, 86, of Poughkeepsie, died on Sunday, April 12, 2015, at the Hudson Valley Rehabilitation and Extended Care Center in Highland.

Born March 2, 1929 in Poughkeepsie, he was the son of the late George and Faye Lefkowitz Heller.

A graduate of Poughkeepsie High School, David joined the U.S. Marine Corps, serving in WWII and during the Korean conflict.

He was employed by Dairylea, and later worked for the Town of Poughkeepsie Highway Department.

David was very loving; a very generous and giving man. David was also known for his fun loving spirit.

He was an avid fisherman and baseball enthusiast, and played in the Poughkeepsie Senior's softball league. He also coached Little League Baseball in Hyde Park.

In 1973 in Hyde Park, Dave married Eileen Magnasco from New York City. Mrs. Heller survives at home.

In addition to his wife, Eileen, David is survived by his children: Steven (Carol) Heller of Rhinebeck, Scott (Jean) Heller of Patterson, Stuart Heller of Riverdale, Chris (Danny) Ecker of Salt Point and Suzanne (Bobby) Brigman of Lakeland, Fl.; grandchildren: Courteney Heller of Poughkeepsie, Nick (Rebekah) Ecker of Hyde Park, Katie and Susie Heller of Patterson, Jessica and Alexander Ecker of Salt Point, and Timmy and Mark Brigman of Lakeland, Fl.; great-grandchildren, Benjamin and Karalyn Ecker of Hyde Park; brother, Joseph Heller of Clearwater, FL; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sharon and Frank Civitillo of Poughkeepsie; and brother-in-law, James Beakey of Clearwater, FL.

He is also survived by several nieces and nephews including his special fishing buddy, Vic Civitillo.

David is also survived by his first wife, Mrs. Ann Bennett, of Poughkeepsie.

He was predeceased by his grandson, Michael Heller, and his sister, Loretta Beakey.

David's family would like to express their deep and sincere thanks to all the staff on 3 East at Hudson Valley Rehab Center for all the compassionate care he received. Special thanks to Michael and Maria.

Calling hours are from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2015, at Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Rte. 9, Hyde Park, NY.

Funeral services will be at 6 p.m. during the calling hours. Pastor Rick Murray will officiate.

Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Rte. 9, Hyde Park, NY.

To send an online condolence, or for directions, please visit www.sweetsfuneralhome.com

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David married Gertrude Ann KELLER on 30 Oct 1951 in Beacon, New York. Gertrude (daughter of Harold KELLER and Annabelle SLAUSON) was born on 18 May 1930 in Poughkeepsie, Dutchess Co., New York; died on 13 Sep 2020; was buried in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Pleasant Valley, Dutchess Co., New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

David married Eileen P. MAGNASCO in 1973. Eileen was born on 2 Dec 1938 in Bronx, Bronx Co., New York; died on 24 Jan 2019 in Poughkeepsie, Dutchess Co., New York; was buried in Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery, Poughkeepsie, Dutchess Co., New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]