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Craig Mesches Obituary
Craig S. Mesches, age 47, of Cottekill, died Thursday, January 21, 2010 at Mountainview Nursing & Rehab Center in New Paltz.
Mr. Mesches was born February 1, 1962 in West Point, the son of Dr. David N. and Elizabeth F. (Potenza) Mesches. He married Susan Goercke May 17, 2003 in Kingston.
Craig attended and graduated from New Paltz High School class of 1980. He then attended and graduated from Trinity College, Hartford, CT, class of 1984, with a degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science.
In 1989, Craig became the CIO of the Mid-Hudson Family Health Institute, New Paltz.
He is survived by his wife, Susan (Goercke) Mesches and three sons: Ryan Mesches and Jacob Mesches, both of Long Beach, LI, and Jordan Mesches of Cottekill; his mother and father: Dr. David & Elizabeth Mesches of New Paltz; two brothers, Daniel & wife, Katherine Mesches of Arlington, VA, Bruce & wife Jody Mesches of Hurley; mother-in-law, Madge Goercke of Kingston; sister-in-law, Heidi Goercke of Larchmont; four nieces: Laura, Anna, Hannah, & Sophia Mesches; aunts & uncles: Connie & Stan Phillips of Akron, OH, Peter Potenza of Ithaca, Kenneth & Lolly Mesches of Santa Rosa, CA, Robert Mesches & Claire Goode of Port St. Lucie, FL, and many cousins.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, January 30, from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at Copeland Funeral Home, Inc., 162 S. Putt Corners Rd., New Paltz. The Memorial Service will begin at 12 noon at the funeral home. Cremation took place in Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery, Poughkeepsie. At the request of the family, burial of ashes will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to one of the following: National Brain Tumor Society, East Coast Office, 124 Watertown St., Suite 2D, Watertown, MA 02472, www.braintumor.org or The Marbletown First Aid Unit, 30 Schoolhouse Rd., High Falls, NY 12440 or The Hospice Foundation, Inc., Memorial Gift Program, 34 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401, www.hospiceinc.org.
Arrangements are by Copeland Funeral Home, Inc.; 845-255-1212. To express condolences, please visit www.copelandfhnp.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Times Herald-Record.
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Rev. Fr. Gregory S. Patsis
January 29, 2010
I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Craig; although time had separated us, I know that the love of his family and friends provided him with great strength to endure many struggles; this was apparent to me when I saw him at my brother Peter's wedding a couple of years ago.
My many prayers go out to his mother Betty and his father, David and to the rest of the Mesches family.
May his memory be eternal! Aionia Mnemni.
Stanley Kudzin Jr
January 28, 2010
My memories of Craig go back to the 4th grade at the New Paltz Campus School. I remember once he carried me to the nurse’s office after I had hurt myself. While we were friends through the Campus School and New Paltz High, we lost touch over time. Craig was always kind, considerate and gentle. He had a way about him that would always draw people to him. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you. Craig has gone to another life where people will still be drawn to him and his love. God Bless.
Denise Washington
January 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
LESLIE EVANS
January 27, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Neil Calman MD
January 25, 2010
On behalf of the Institute for Family Health we mourn the loss of our colleague, Craig, and share our sorrow with his family and friends. No one who worked with Craig could fail to admire his courage in continuing to work even while undergoing extensive treatments for his illness and his perserverance in the face of such adversity. Craig brought his wisdom and skills in the area of health information technology to tens of thousands of Hudson Valley residents. The impact of his work has left an indelible mark on health care in this region. We will miss him and wish all who mourn his loss the strength to be able to celebrate his extensive accomplishments in his family and work life.
Maggie and Kevin Hudson
January 25, 2010
Sue, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Our email address is [email protected], we've missed you over the years.
Nicole Nurse
January 25, 2010
To the Mesches's family, my prayers are with each and every one of you during your time of sorrow. Words are difficult to bring comfort during this time, but please know that even through your sorrow; there is always a brighter tomorrow. May God cradle you and hold you until your pain dissolve and you are able to carry yourselves.
January 24, 2010
Sue - We have always wondered how you were and where you were. We are so so sorry to hear about your husband. Please let us know if you need anything, even if it's just to talk. Let us know how you are doing at [email protected]. We would love to talk to you as we both have such great memories of you. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Love, Patrick and Nhia
Teri, Michael, Bubba and Paul
January 24, 2010
Dearst Dr. and Mrs. Mesches, please know that you and your family are in our prayers and our hearts are heavy for your loss of Craig. On eagles wings he has now risen to find peace after his long struggle. Love to all of you!
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