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Kim Ellison Obituary
Tivoli - Kim Lee Ellison, 52, of Tivoli, NY, passed away on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at the Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Born on September 4, 1968, in Poughkeepsie, NY, she was the daughter of James and Nancy (Lee) Palmateer. Kim currently worked at Bard College and previously worked for B&H Cables in Clermont. Kim enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
In addition to her loving parents, Kim is survived by her daughters, Jessica Ellison of Germantown, NY, and Nicole Ellison of Elizaville, NY; her grandson, Colton Ellison of Elizaville, NY; her siblings,Brenda (Chris Zeitz) Van Etten of Red Hook, NY, Sharon Palmateer of Red Hook, NY, Kevin (Mary) Palmateer of Red Hook, NY,; her nephews, Zachary Tener of Red Hook, NY, and TJ Tener of Red Hook, NY; in addition to extended family and friends.
Friends may call at the Burnett & White Funeral Homes on Saturday, April 10, 2021 from 3PM to 5PM.
Due to Covid-19/ NYS Guidelines- masks, social distancing, & capacity limitations will be adhered to during all services. During visitation, please be respectful to those who may be waiting to visit by keeping your stay brief if possible. Your patience is appreciated. Thank you.
Arrangements are under the direction of Burnett & White Funeral Homes 7461 S. Broadway, Red Hook, NY.
For directions, or to sign the online guest book, please visit www.Burnett-White.com.
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