WAPPINGERS FALLS – Thomas R. Perry, 66, a Town of Wappinger resident for 30 years, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 15, 2009, at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie. Born Sept. 16, 1942 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, Mr. Perry graduated from Martin Van Buren High School in Queens in 1961 and with Honors from New York Technical College in Brooklyn in 1963. Upon graduation, Mr. Perry was hired by IBM, beginning his career as a Technician at the IBM Research Center in Yorktown and retiring as an Advisory Engineer in 1992. During retirement, Mr. Perry (a licensed small engine aircraft pilot since 1989) enjoyed flying “7605 Golf” (his own Cessna 172) as well as several Cessna airplanes owned by the Grasshoppers flying club, of which he was a member for many years. Also an avid motorcycle enthusiast, Mr. Perry spent many hours riding his beloved 1989 Honda Goldwing, whom he affectionately nicknamed “Leroy.” Perhaps Mr. Perry’s greatest passion, however, was Ham Radio. Initially licensed in 1958 as WA2BIS, Mr. Perry held an Extra Class license for the past 23 years under the call sign W2BIS. Known by many as “Tommy Tech,” there was not a transceiver, receiver, transmitter, microphone, speaker, antenna or amplifier that he could not repair or refurbish. He will sorely be missed by the boys on “535,” and by the many, many individuals for whom he generously donated his time and knowhow to help resuscitate their ailing rigs and components through the years. Mr. Perry’s survivors include his loving wife and soul mate of nearly 45 years, Marilyn Perry, daughter, Dr. Donna Perry and her husband, Dr. Jonathon Amith of Gettysburg, PA, son, Thomas Perry of Highland and son, Michael Perry of Wappingers Falls. Other survivors include his two beautiful granddaughters, Kathleen Rose Perry and Alana Kiri Amith, both of whom will dearly miss their Grandpa, sisters, Eunice Chelosky of Plainview, NY, Patricia McMahon of East Northport, NY and Geraldine Holt and her husband, Ronald Holt of West Islip, NY, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. Calling hours will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Thursday, March 19, at the Delehanty Funeral Home, 64 E. Main St., Wappingers Falls. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m., Friday, March 20 at St. Mary’s Church, Wappingers Falls. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Published on March 17, 2009 in the Poughkeepsie Journal.

Tom Perry at QSY Society Field Day 2007	Tom Perry W2BIS from his file at QRZ.com

From my knowing Bob, he was a Pumpkin Patrol volunteer for 8 years, first starting in 1999. He was always enthusiastic with the Patrol, and more often than not brought one or more of his kids and some of their friends on his watch as well. He’ll be missed by many of us. Brenda N2TTO

From Poughkeepsie Journal Obituary :

“Robert C. Hargrave (KC2FEL) TOWN OF LAGRANGE – Robert C. Hargrave, 53, of the Town of LaGrange, passed away at home on January 11, 2009. A lifelong area resident, he was employed as a Machine Tool Operator for L.J. Gonzer & Associates in Beacon. He retired in 2001. He was a member of the Boy Scouts, QSY Society of Ham Radio Operators, his call sign was KC2FEL; a member of the National Association of Amateur Radio the NRA and the Hudson Valley Sportsmen Assoc. He was a devoted and loving father to his children. Born on September 29, 1955 in Poughkeepsie, he was the son of Russell W. Hargrave, Jr. and Edna Harris-Maunder. He graduated from Dutchess Community College and attended Mount St. Mary College. He is survive by his mother, Edna Hargrave of LaGrange; his father and his wife, Russell and Sally Hargrave of LaGrange; his sons, Robert C. and Rigel W. Hargrave, both of LaGrange; his daughter, Elizabeth M. Hargrave of LaGrange; his brother and sisterin-law, Russell W. and Stephanie Hargrave of Mosier, Oregon; a brother, Randy Hargrave of Newburgh; a niece, India Hunter Hargrave and a nephew, Russell W. Hargrave IV. Calling hours will be held on Friday, Jan. 16, 2008 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the William G. Miller & Son Funeral Home, Inc., 371 Hooker Ave., Poughkeepsie. A Eulogy and sharing of Personal Reflection will follow visitation from 6 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

A Robert Hargrave Donation Acccount has been established for the benefit of Robert’s three children, Elizabeth, Robert and Rigel:
Wellsfargo Bank, Account #7064444073.
Checks can be mailed to :
Russell or Stephanie Hargrave at
PO Box 453,
Mosier, Oregon 97040.

Published on January 14, 2009.”

Robert Hargrave KC2FEL

It is with incredible sadness that I have to announce the passing of one of our dearest members. On Saturday November 1, 2008 Sylvia Stone K2SLY passed away after difficulties from surgery. Sylvia now joins Frank Stone KB2YUR SK, her husband, in Heaven. Sylvia was a member of the Eastern New York Section Staff by serving as Affiliated Club Coordinator and Co-Chairperson for the Empire State Games. Frank and Sylvia took a commanding role the last time the games were in Eastern New York and have been commended by the games organizers, government agencies and the Amateur Community for their leadership performance in helping Amateur Radio serve the games. For the 2009 games we originally decided that the games would be in honor of Frank. With a heavy heart, but with pride, the 2009 games will be in honor of both Frank and Sylvia. I will announce further details as I receive them for members who wish to pay their respects. In Sorrow, Pete Cecere N2YJZ Section Manager Eastern New York Obituary in the Poughkeepsie Journal : (correct call sign is K2SLY) Sylvia Mary Stone MODENA – Sylvia Mary Stone, loving daughter, wife and friend passed away at Mt. Sinai Hospital Saturday, November 1, 2008 surrounded by those who will never forget her compassionate heart or remarkably sharp mind. Sylvia was born in the Bronx on April 26, 1953 the daughter of Vito and Mary Bank Fierro. Mrs. Fierro survives at home in Beacon. Sylvia graduated from Aquinas HS in the Bronx in 1971 and went on to earn her BS in English Literature from Fordham University in 1975. Sylvia has been working as a Controller for H.O. Penn Machinery Co., Inc. since she graduated from Fordham. She will be greatly missed. Sylvia moved to Dutchess County in 1980 and later met her soul mate, Frank Stone, who only predeceased her in death 17 months ago. The two were married on April 13, 1991 in Newburgh, NY. Frank died on July 17, 2007. Frank’s mother, Mrs. Betty Stone of Chatham, NY also survives. Sylvia was a Ham Radio operator call letters KB2SLY, and an active member of A.R.E.S. and R.A.C.E.S. In addition to her mother, Mary and mother in law Betty, Sylvia is survived by countless people whom she has touched in her all too brief 55 years; her best friends, Marina and her husband Jeff and daughter Angel DeLong of Salt Point, Patricia and her husband Michael Keane of Pleasant Valley, Lisa Katz of Ardsley, Sue and her husband Willie and daughters, Niki and Kayla Rosado of Modena, Ro Milano of Poughkeepsie, John and his wife Paula Marino of Hopewell Junction. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Hudson Valley Chapter Make-A-Wish Foundation, 832 South Broadway, The Wish House, Tarrytown, NY 10591, E-Mail: hudson@hudson.wish.org or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Calling hours will be two days, Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 on both days. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary Mother of the Church on Jackson Street in Fishkill on Thursday at 10:00 AM. Interment will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery in Newburgh.

Sylvia Stone K2SLY

From Poughkeepsie Journal Obituary :

CHESAPEAKE, VA – John Robert Hockler, 71, of 1129 Valmire Drive, died April 2, 2008 at his residence. He was born in Beacon, New York on June 4, 1936. He was the son of the late John Peter and Anita Helen (Morrow) Hockler. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Air Force intelligence and spent four years as a member of the military in Asia and Europe. He worked for the State of New York. John was an amateur radio operator. He belonged to the Virginia Beach Amateur Radio Club, USS Wisconsin A.R.C. and Chesapeake A.R.C. Formerly he belonged to Poughkeepsie, Mount Beacon and QSY Society A.R.C Clubs in New York State. He was a frequent volunteer for People for Ethical Treatment of Animals. He is survived by first and second cousins. A funeral mass was held at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, Chesapeake, VA, Tuesday, April 8, 2008, followed by a burial service at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Norfolk, VA. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts. Chesapeake Chapel handled all arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family @hdoliver.com

John Hockler N2WCR