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Joseph Brinckerhoff Obituary
Joseph D. Brinckerhoff, Jr. of Middletown, the retired owner of Joseph D. Brinckerhoff & Son Upholsterers and a lifelong resident of the area, died on Monday, August 25, 2008 at Orange Regional Medical Center in Middletown. He was 89.
The son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Vernooy Brinckerhoff, he was born on January 18, 1919 in Newburgh, NY.
He was a longtime active member of the North Congregational United Church in Christ. A Charter member of the Washington Heights Fire Company. A member of the Washington Heights Fire Police.
He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II having served in the Pacific.
A family statement reads: "Our family wishes to thank St. Teresa's Nursing Home and Orange Regional Medical Center for their compassionate loving care."
Survivors include his loving wife of 68 years, Alida Lounsbury Brinckerhoff at home; his sons, Allan and his wife, Beverly and Carl and his wife, Ruth, all of Middletown; his four grandchildren, Christine of Middletown, Michael of Guilford, CT, Neil and Robert and his longtime companion, Tammy Bedell, all of Bloomingburg; one step grandson, Samuel Mitchell III of Kentucky; one great-granddaughter, Kayla Marie Brinckerhoff and one step great-granddaughter, Tori Mitchell. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by his three brothers, Harry, Harold and Robert.
Visitation hours was held on Tuesday, August 26 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Ralston-Lippincott-Hasbrouck-Ingrassia Funeral Home, Inc., 72 West Main Street in Middletown, NY.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. today, August 27 at the funeral home. The Rev. David Gregory will officiate.
Burial will be in Willow Dell Cemetery, Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY.
Memorial contributions can be made to the North Congregational United Church in Christ Endowment Fund, 157 Linden Ave., Middletown, NY 10940.
Arrangements by Ralston-Lippincott-Hasbrouck-Ingrassia Funeral Home, Inc.; 845-343-6023.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Brinckerhoff
Betty Ripperger Murdoch
September 6, 2008
Dear Alida,
When I think if you and your Joe, I always remember the good times we shared when you and Joe were our advisors at Christian Endeavor. The fun times when you took us to meetings. I still remember a Sunday afternoon at Wanasink Lake - you and Joe and Ivan and me.
My sympathy to you and your family.
Arnie Yannitty
September 3, 2008
To the entire Brinckerhoff family , sorry to hear of your loss and do remember the good times we all spent together at parties and family gatherings , and will always remember the good times . My prayers are with all of you
ken riddick
September 1, 2008
Dear Brinckerhoff's
Sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of Mr Brinckerhoff and of your family and my memories of growing up in the North Congrational church. I remember coming to your house as a child with my parents and playing with Carl and Allan. I also remember going with you to the circus and you taking my mom to visit my dad when he was in the va hospital in the city and riding in your big Hudson. Thank you for everything that your family did for us.
Sincerely
Ken Riddick
rob & tammy brinckerhoff
August 28, 2008
we would like to thank all of our friends and family for all of your support and prayers through these hard times. we know our grandfather is in a better place. we will miss him dearly. thank you agian.
Tim & Lois Woodard
August 27, 2008
Dear Alida, Allen, Karl and all of your family. Words cannot describe how much the passing of Joe saddens us. Tim and I have always loved him and Alida, as well as all of your family. Our hearts and prayers are with you today and always. We are so sorry that we cannot be there in person to offer our condolences, but know that you are in our thoughts. We are both so grateful for the time spent in Middletown, and especially this past summer when we were so graciously invited to your home Allen, and got to speak and see Joe one more time. He will be missed by many, including us.
God be with you all,
Rev. Tim and Lois Woodard
Dolores & Charles Moser
August 27, 2008
Dear Alida & family,
We are so sorry for your loss, we were your neighbors many years ago in Washington Heights. Joe was such a kind & gentle man who always had a smile & was loved by all who knew him. You & your family are in our thoughts & our prayers.
Doreen & Mike McGuire & Family
August 26, 2008
Alan, Bev & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of you're loss. So sorry we can't be there.
STEPHEN BROWN
August 26, 2008
ALAN
VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS- YOUR DAD WAS A GREAT PERSON AND ALWAYS HAD A KIND WORD FOR EVERYONE. GOD BLESS HIM.
Jack Cross
August 26, 2008
Allan, Beverly, & Family,
Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We all enjoyed the times we shared with the family.
Love, Jack, Elise & Family
Ashley Spangenberg
August 26, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Uncle Joe will always be in our hearts!
-Ashley (Lounsbury) Spangenberg and family
Lisa Murray
August 26, 2008
We are saddened to hear of your loss, and we send our love to you all during this time! Love, Lisa, Todd, Alex, Alyssa and Stephen Murray
John Keller
August 26, 2008
Dear Alida and family,
Your loss is our loss, they just don't make them like that anymore. Those of us who were privileged to know Joe, know that he has already heard the words. "Well done thou good and faithful servant. enter into the kingdom of heaven!"
Marilyn Budd
August 26, 2008
To Joe s family so sorry for your loss he was a great man always had a smile for every one.He will be greatly missed by many .Our prays are with you. Marilyn[Brink]Budd& the Brink family
Lynda (Walker) Slesinski
August 26, 2008
Mr. Brinckerhoff was part of North Church as long as I can remember. He was a man of strong character and conviction and active in supporting and maintaining the church building and family. Our families grew up together in church youth programs. He will be greatly missed and long remembered in our hearts.
Robert Sutton
August 26, 2008
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Peggy & Russ Wood
August 26, 2008
To the Entire Brinckerhoff Family:
We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.
Love & Sympathy
Russ & Peggy Wood
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