Harry Gerard McEntee

1934 - 2016

Harry Gerard McEntee

Poughquag, NY - Harry Gerard McEntee of Poughquag, NY, loving known as "Bud", born in Paterson, NJ on January 13th, 1934, left all those who love and admire him on earth on July 31st, 2016 to join the love of his life, Marcia Joyce McEntee (May, 29th 2016) and his dedicated and loving sons, Marc Lewis McEntee (May 20th, 2016) and Scott Alan McEntee (March 30th, 2015). It gives his family and friends comfort to know that although Bud will be greatly missed, his heart will be full again as he reunites with his family.

Bud was a man of courage and honor demonstrated by his service and honorable discharge from the United States Navy. His "stay strong" mantra was further evidence of his courage but also of his faith and belief in everyone's ability to persevere. He believed in the best of people; even when they didn't believe in themselves. He was also a man of athleticism and teamwork - his love of sports was formally recognized when he became the recipient of a sports scholarship to NJ State College. It was further demonstrated as an umpire and baseball coach, and it was optimized by the influence he had on his incredibly talented sports enthusiasts' sons.

Bud was a Graduate of Newark College of Business and attended Seton Hall University. His career in retail management began at Bond Clothing in Paramus, NJ and later he transferred to Bethesda, MD, managing the opening of a new store. Subsequently, he relocated his family to Dutchess, NY where his profession in retail management advanced. His chosen occupation was evidence of his ability to connect with people and to lead people; it was also a testament to Bud's loyalty, a notable cornerstone of what made him the man he was. As member of BPOE (Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks) of Wappingers Falls, NY, his best and most admired attributes were capitalized as he was happiest when he was contributing to his family, to his friends and to his community.

As Bud reunites with his beloved wife and sons, he leaves behind a legacy and a responsibility to those who love, respect and will honor him with their memories and appreciation for being the McEntee patriarch. Amongst those friends and associates that have been touched by Bud's genuine giving and positive spirit - and who will forever remember the manager, the coach, and the sports enthusiast; he will be also be lovingly honored and remembered as: Beloved father in law of Dorothy McEntee of Croton on Hudson, NY. Adored grandfather of Jeffrey Alan McEntee of Poughquag, NY, Shaun Harrison McEntee and Melissa Grace McEntee of Croton on Hudson, NY. Great-grandfather to Carl Scott McEntee of Hyde Park, NY. Son of the late Harry and Grace (Uber) McEntee and sister Geraldine McEntee. Respected brother to Jeanne and her husband Glen Herman, Jack and his wife RuthAnn McEntee, and William and his wife Patricia McEntee of New Jersey and brother in law Steven Friedman of Florida. Additionally, Bud was very much loved and survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

With heavy hearts we lay Bud to rest. It is bittersweet to lose Bud as he will be incredibly missed and we are at peace knowing he is going "home" to be with Marcia, Marc and Scott.

Services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 6th, 2016 at:

Coffey Funeral Home

91 North Broadway

Tarrytown, NY 10591

914-631-0983

Burial service for Harry, Marcia, Marc and Scott McEntee will be at 11:30am on August 6th, 2016 at Kensico Cemetery, Valhalla, NY.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association or St. Jude's Hospital.