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Russell Gasking Obituary
Russell G. Gasking, 3rd, 53, a lifelong resident of the Newburgh area, entered into rest on September 27, 2008.
Born on December 17, 1954 in Cornwall, NY, he was the son of Russell G. Gasking, Jr. and Dolores M. Gasking.
Russell graduated from Newburgh Free Academy in 1972. He worked as a handyman and driver for a select clientele. He loved dancing, being in the company of his friends and his cats. He was always there to lend a hand and had a good and loving heart. His smile, wit and sense of humor will be greatly missed.
He is survived at home by his loving partner of 19 years, Nelson Schoen; his mother of New Windsor, NY; his father of Wappingers Falls, NY; three sisters: Linda Gasking of Plattekill, NY, Mary Potvin of Wappingers Falls, NY and Joanne Stabell of Hyde Park, NY, and his brother, Dave Gasking of New Windsor, NY. He is also survived by a nephew and niece, Adam and Brittany Stabell, as well as aunts, uncles and cousins.
A gathering for memories will be held on Sunday, October 26, from 1-5 p.m. at Orange Lake Fire House, Rt. 52, Newburgh. Friends are welcome to bring any pictures and their fondest memories.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Anthony V. Cracolici of The Hudson Valley Funeral Home, Inc., 239 Quassaick Ave., New Windsor, NY; 845-562-4411.
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Memories and Condolences
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celeste fugazzotto
October 23, 2008
To Nelson and Family,
........sorry this took so long, but I just didn't know what to say.........I still don't know what to say. This is a huge loss to everybody that knew him. I could clearly say that Russell was probably one of my best friends in my early years, (you too, Mary!), and I have numerous fond memories. Diana Ross, his cats, he taught me to drive a stick shift in his brand new sports car, dairy queen and playing cards at our kitchen table with my mom until the wee hours...........I am so, so sorry for the loss of a great man and friend........
with great love,
Celeste and Nina Fugazzotto
Shirleen Anaya (Hunter)
October 14, 2008
I just got a call from a old friend with this news. I am so sorry to hear this. Russell and his sister Mary and i had many good times back in the day. He will be missed.
Patrick DeMarco
October 14, 2008
We are so sorry to hear about Rusty. We hadn't seen him in a while, and did not know he was ailing. Please accept our sincere condolences in this time of need.
Kathryn Hopper
October 14, 2008
I will always remember Russell for his kindness. When I was a little girl I would walk a mile to the Balmville School playground. I was the only one without a bicycle and Russell would either go home and get one for me to ride or let me ride his. As adults we eventually became next-door neighbors and spent many evenings sharing our views and attempting to fix the problems of the world! Thank you for the good times...
Karen Foster
October 10, 2008
Nelson and Family,
There are no words to express what a loss this will be for all of us. Russell was a good and caring person. He would do anything to help you out. He was especially good to my mother when my dad became ill. After being neighbors for so many years on Roosevelt Place, the thing I will miss most is his sense of humor. When he washed and waxed his car (hours -- because we know how perfect it had to be), we would talk and he made me laugh the whole time. His life was too short and we will truly miss him.
Love,
Karen and Briana Foster
Jann Romano
October 10, 2008
Linda,
I just wanted to extend my sympathies and my love to you and your family. We all go back so many years together and Russel and I went to school together as well. I have many wonderful memories of all of you and pray that the memories of good times past help sustain you during this difficult time.
in sympathy and love,
Jann (Burke) Romano and family...
ps..my mom (Ella Burke) sends her love and condolences as well...
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