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1929 - 2015 (86 years)
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David A. HELLER [2, 3] |
- 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
Posted on Find A Grave created by: Bob Spalding [1]
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Birth |
2 Mar 1929 |
Poughkeepsie, Dutchess Co., New York [3] |
Gender |
Male |
Death |
12 Apr 2015 |
Highland, Ulster Co., New York [2] |
Person ID |
I354 |
Main Tree |
Last Modified |
7 May 2023 |
Family 1 |
Gertrude Ann KELLER, b. 18 May 1930, Poughkeepsie, Dutchess Co., New York d. 13 Sep 2020 (Age 90 years) |
Marriage |
30 Oct 1951 |
Beacon, New York [2] |
Family ID |
F328 |
Group Sheet | Family Chart |
Last Modified |
7 May 2023 |
Family 2 |
Eileen P. MAGNASCO, b. 2 Dec 1938, Bronx, Bronx Co., New York d. 24 Jan 2019, Poughkeepsie, Dutchess Co., New York (Age 80 years) |
Marriage |
1973 [2] |
Family ID |
F330 |
Group Sheet | Family Chart |
Last Modified |
7 May 2023 |
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Event Map |
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| Marriage - 30 Oct 1951 - Beacon, New York |
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Sources |
- [S02329] Find A Grave Website.
- [S3031] Ancestry.com: U.S., Newspapers.com Marriage Index, 1800s-1999.
- [S10088] Ancestry.com: New York State, U.S., Birth Index, 1881-1942.
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