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WAPPINGERS FALLS - Dwight M. Townsend, 69, a longtime resident of Wappingers Falls, died peacefully in his sleep on June 23, 2011.
Dwight was born November 3, 1941 at Vassar Bros. Hospital to the late Elbert and Helen Clark Townsend.
On April 16, 1966 he married the love of his life, Mary A. Husted. He was a loving and caring husband, father and PopPop. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter Jill Sitler and her husband Brian, his son David Townsend and his wife Debbie, and the pride and joy of his life, his grandchildren Erica and Jason Sitler, and Breanne and James Townsend, several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his brothers Clark and Robert Townsend.
Dwight graduated from Wappingers Central School District in 1959. He was proud to be a member of the 1959 DCSL Championship Basketball team. He attended Dutchess Community College and after graduation began a career in accounting. He was an accountant with Robert G. Shepheard CPA P.C. in Poughkeepsie.
Dwight was a lifetime active member of the New Hamburg Yacht Club. He served many years on the Thomas D. Macrini Sports Hall of Fame Committee for the Wappingers Central School District. Dwight played basketball, softball, running and most recently enjoyed biking on the rail trail, going to the gym and Friday night "tea time". He loved being with his family and friends and was fondly known as "Hound Dog". He never missed an opportunity to brag about his grandchildren and spent many a weekend going to their sports events. He loved life, a good party, especially Thanksgiving with family and whoever else showed up. He will be greatly missed by ALL.
Friends may call at the Delehanty Funeral Home 64 E. Main St., Wappingers Falls, Monday from 4 to 8 PM.
Funeral services will be Tuesday at 11:00 AM at the New Hackensack Reformed Church, Route 376, Wappingers Falls. Rev. Keith Tamyln will officiate. Entombment will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Dwight's memory to the Clark and Dwight Townsend Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Community Foundation of the Hudson Valley, 80 Washington St., Poughkeepsie, N.Y. 12601.
To send a condolence or for directions, visit www.delehantyfuneral.com
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for Dwight Townsend
linda doherty
July 7, 2011
Jill and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories help you in this difficult time.
Karen Sigfridson
July 1, 2011
Dear Mary & family,
I am so sorry for the loss of such a good man. On the two occasions Dwight and you opened your home to our family, you made us feel like we were part of your family. My dad had a lifetime friend and we all know how much they meant to each other. I will always appreciate all he has done for us and will remember him always. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John P. Martin
June 29, 2011
Dear Mary and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Dwight. You and the family are in my prayers. I haven't seen dwight since 1957, but I can still remember him and his smile.
God Bless.
June 29, 2011
Mary & Family: Artie & I were very saddened to hear of Dwight's (hound dog) passing. I will always remeber the smile on his face. He was a great man whom will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Artie & Nancy Craig
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Mary Beth Mathews
June 28, 2011
Jill & Family:
My thoughts, prayers, & deepest condolences go out to you & your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. It sounds like your dad was an awesome man, who was loved by many. May God Bless and watch over all of you.
Edward Mulford
June 27, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Lizz (Mahoney)LaMere
June 27, 2011
Mary, Dave, Jill, and Brian. My deepest condolences. You were all like family to me so many years ago. Memories that I will never forget.
Krista Gusmano
June 27, 2011
Heartfelt thoughts are being sent to all of you. My family and I have a lifetime of wonderful memories to cherish from growing up with Jill. I will always remember his smile and "teddy bear" hugs. Love always, Krista
June 27, 2011
im a very sorry about your loss, he will be missed
Krista Heybruck-Santiago
June 27, 2011
Dear Jill and Brian,
We are very sorry to learn about your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Brynne Beverly
June 26, 2011
Dear Mary and all the family, Please know that you are in my heart and prayers during this time and always. Over the years I have known how much Dwight & you have been a member of my Dad's "family", and I have appreciated that. I have always been delighted in Dwight's humor, his smile and generosity.
He is most certainly playing basketball with Coach right now! Love Brynne Beverly
1959 DCSL Champions
Randy Rankin
June 26, 2011
Dick Depew
June 25, 2011
To Mary & family, my sincere condolences to you on Dwight passing...I have such really fond memories of him as he was a fun guy who was a joy to be around. Dick Depew
Ann and Porge Foster
June 25, 2011
Dear Mary and family, We're so sorry. We have such fond Wappinger memories. He was always there with a friendly smile. Our prayers are with you, Sincerly Ann and Porge Foster
Ruth Wiedemann
June 25, 2011
The smile in the picture you chose to print says it all--one happy fellow! I think we all will remember Dwight with a smile on his face, with YOU, Mary always by his side! May God give you Peace in the coming days, not just for you, but your whole family too. My heart goes out to you all.
June 25, 2011
Mary, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dwight. My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Rosanne Feola
David Morgenstern
June 25, 2011
Dwight was a big man with a big heart and a love of life which he lived to the fullest. To Mary and David and the entire family our deepest sympathies.
David, Lynda, Aaron and Jacob Morgenstern
Betsy & George Brandt
June 25, 2011
Mary and Family,
Dwight is remembered in our minds and hearts here in Hawaii. His big smile will stay with us. Sending you a big and long engulfing hug.
Love.
Lyn Burnstine
June 25, 2011
Mary, I am so saddened to hear of your husband's death. I am holding you in my thoughts and prayers. Lyn from the HVCSG board.
Jenna Presutti
June 25, 2011
Dear Erica. Sorry to hear about your grandpa passing away. I know you are very sad but try to remember the fun times you had with him.
Jack Emery
June 25, 2011
Dear Mary & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hound Dog was a special guy, and a hell of an athlete.
Lisa & Bob Presutti
June 25, 2011
Jill and Family--we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a great presence at the girls' soccer games. We will miss seeing him there and his positive words. We will keep you in our prayers during this difficult time.
Cathy & Joe Raffaele
June 25, 2011
Dear Mary & Family, A great loss. I only knew Dwight a few years, working with him. I would describe to my friends that, "he was like a great big Teddy Bear." He always shared his cooking recipes. Many people touch our lives, he will be one who I will always remember. May you find peace & comfort in all the beautiful memories.
Tom & Betty Palmatier
June 25, 2011
Mary & family. We were so sad to hear of Dwights passing. Our fellow D-Docker at White's Marina and friend will be deeply missed. Our prayers are with you all. Love & God Bless,
Carol DiGiovanni
June 25, 2011
Mary & Family
Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
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