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Doris Colucci Obituary

Doris W. Colucci GARDINER - Doris W. Colucci, age 77, of Gardiner, died Friday, Dec. 31, 2010 at the Kent Nursing Home in Kent, CT. Mrs. Colucci was born April 10, 1933. She spent her entire life in Gardiner. She was the daughter of the late Daniel and the late Doris (Harris) Warren. She married Bart V. Colucci on Jan. 4th, 1953 in Hyde Park. She was a Real Estate Broker since 1971; recently working at Colucci Shand Realty in Gardiner. Doris loved developing magnificent flower gardens and working around the farm. She was an active volunteer in numerous organizations and was honored with the 2003 Community Service Award by the New Paltz Chamber of Commerce. Doris also loved being surrounded by her family. She was known as the matriarch of the community. She is survived by her husband, Bart V. Colucci; daughter, Teresa "Terri" Colucci Shand of Gardiner, son and daughter-in-law, Paul Colucci and Laura Watson of Gardiner; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Deby Colucci of High Falls, son and daughter-in-law, Robert & Theresa Colucci of Gardiner; grandchildren, Sean Colucci, Joseph, Marissa and Elias Colucci, Kyle and Amanda Shand, Celia, Alana, Greg Colucci; also survived by a brother, William Warren of High Falls and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Daniel "Bud" Warren. Calling hours will take place on Tuesday Jan. 4, 2011 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Copeland Funeral home, Inc., 162 South Putt corners Road, New Paltz. The Funeral service will take place at 10 a.m. at the Reformed Church of Gardiner, Route 44/55, Gardiner on Wednesday Jan. 5, 2011. The family asked that donations be made to the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail Association, PO Box 1048, New Paltz, NY 12561-1048. http://www.gorailtrail.org Cremation will take place in Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery, Poughkeepsie on Wednesday. Please go to www.coluccishandrealty.com to see more detailed information in the days to come. Funeral Arrangements are by Copeland Funeral Home, Inc., 162 South Putt Corners Road, New Paltz, N.Y. 12561. (845)255-1212. If anyone wishes to express condolences online please go to www. Copelandfhnp.com.

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Published by Daily Freeman from Jan. 1 to Jan. 2, 2011.

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June (Ruger) Chamberlain

January 5, 2011

Dear Bart, Terri, Paul and Bob. I am so sorry to hear of your wife and mother's passing. I enjoyed working with her over the year on real estate when I worked for Joe Moriello. My full symathies go out to you and your family.

June (Ruger) Chamberlain

Debra & Paul

January 5, 2011

We cannot imagine your sadness we can only empathize with your pain. May you find comfort with your memories of her.

Jeff Ackerly

January 3, 2011

I am saddened to hear of Doris's passing. She was a source of inspiration in my early real estate career and a lovely and caring woman. Your wonderful family is her legacy. Go Doris!

Louis Bevier

January 2, 2011

Very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope everyone else is well.
I have many happy memories of Doris (Betsy) in years past. She was a fine person and a good friend!!

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