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David A. Droppa, a longtime resident of Newburgh, passed away peacefully after a long illness on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at the Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Beacon, New York; at the age of 69. He was born in New York, NY on March 18, 1955, son of the late Rudolph Droppa & Marjorie Honsberg.
David was a avid NY Yankee fan. He also had a passion for cooking, fishing and hunting. He enjoyed many hunting seasons with his father and brother in laws . As a young man, he had a natural gift at any sport he played most significantly one being Baseball.
David is survived by his three daughters: Margaret A. Droppa, Jessica Droppa and Nicole Leake. He is survived by his sisters: Heidi Droppa-Turner, Aimee Holmes and Lori Hansen. He is also survived by his grandchildren, several nieces & nephews.
His Family will gather privately to remember and honor his Life. Interment will be private at the convenience of His Family at the Calvary Cemetery in New Windsor, New York.
Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the LIBBY FUNERAL HOME, 55 Teller Avenue, Beacon, New York. To offer a message of condolence or share a fond memory, please visit: www.LibbyFuneralHome.com
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