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William Herskowitz Obituary
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HYDE PARK - William Leo Herskowitz, 23 years old of Hyde Park, NY passed away on Friday October 5th 2012 in Eliat Israel. William was born on August 31, 1989 in Peekskill, NY. He was the son of Risa Wolfzahn and Alan Herskowitz. William was a graduate of FDR High school and obtained his Bachelor's in Visual Arts from SUNY New Paltz.
William was a talented and passionate artist and musician. He enjoyed making ceramics and playing guitar. He was a member of multiple bands and had an apprenticeship in a ceramics studio. He also created websites and was a graphic designer for an award winning author.
William is survived by; his parents Risa Wolfzahn and Alan Herskowitz, his sisters Alexandra Herskowitz and Corey Briskey and brother in law Daniel Briskey, his grandparents Reida Herskowitz and Annabelle and Herbert Wolfzahn, his aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is predeceased by his grandfather Irwin Herskowitz and uncle Ira Herskowitz.
William will be greatly missed by his friends and family.
The graveside service will be held at 2 pm, on Sunday October 21 2012 at Schomre Israel Cemetery on Lagrange Ave in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Michael Torsone Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. 218 Mill St. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
To send an online condolence please visit our website at www.torsonememorial.com
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Shannon O'Leary
October 23, 2012
I knew Willie for a brief time. He is absolutely unforgettable. One of the most beautiful people I've ever met. My love to all of you in this time of loss.
Joe Karpinski
October 22, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss . . . Prayers to you and your family.
Jun Ogata
October 21, 2012
My Thought's and prayers to you Risa, and your family for your loss..
Frank DePalma
October 21, 2012
R.I.P Willie ,I never had the pleasure of meeting your son.My son Nick and Willie were good friends at SUNY New Paltz.My deepest condolences.
Vicky Nelson
October 20, 2012
My heart goes out to all of you, this tragedy is so great. Love and prayers.
mike burd
October 19, 2012
r.i.p. willie
Tama Bell
October 19, 2012
More Love to you Will, my heart is broken to hear about your loss. We will uphold your mom and family because we know the loss is so great. Love, Tama aka Kaya Bell
Ruth and Mike Burd
October 19, 2012
R.I.P. Willie.
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