Mr. John Edward Hubbard III

MILLBROOK, NY- John E. Hubbard III, 53, passed away on Saturday morning, October 23, 2010, at Vassar Brother’s Medical Center. John was born in Poughkeepsie, NY on February 18, 1957, to the late John and Margaret Hubbard. In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by his brother Kenneth Alberg. John devoted his entire life to his daughter, Rebecca L. Prisco, as well as his son, John E. Hubbard IV. Nothing made John happier than to see his children succeed in life, and he will continue to watch over them from heaven. John was a loving husband, and is survived by his wife, Tracy Hubbard. They met while working in Millbrook, NY, and married a short time later in Pine Plains, NY. John and Tracy had recently celebrated their 29th Wedding Anniversary on October 3, 2010. In recent years, John took great pleasure spending time with his grandchildren, Keegan and Brynna Prisco. John is survived by his sisters Susan Kowalski and Patricia Lison, his brother John Alberg, and his son-in-law Kevin Prisco. John also leaves behind many nieces and nephews. John was employed by Dutchess County for over thirty-three years in various roles and positions. John was an avid outdoorsman, and especially enjoyed trout fishing. He was a lifelong Yankees fan, and also enjoyed rooting for the Indianapolis Colts as well. He loved all of God’s creatures, and leaves behind his faithful Jack Russell, Augie. Those who were close to John, find comfort knowing that he joins his beloved Mother in heaven. A memorial graveside service will be held on Friday October 29, 2010 at 12 p.m. at Union Cemetery, Rte. 9G, Hyde Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of John may be made to Russell Refuge, Inc. (Jack Russell Terrier Rescue) Attn: Donations, P.O. Box 725, Rhinebeck, NY 12572. Arrangements are being made under the supervision of Sweet’s Funeral Home Inc, Hyde Park, NY. To send a condolence or for directions, please visit www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.