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Douglas Crossley Obituary
February 25, 1951 - June 23, 2019
Newburgh, NY
Douglas V. Crossley, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on Sunday evening, June 23, 2019. He was 68 years old.
Son of the late Althea "B" and Alfred Crossley, he was born on February 25, 1951 in Newburgh, NY. He was predeceased by his parents, his brother Jeffrey Crossley, and father and mother-in-law Dr. James and Regina Flannery.
He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Regina Flannery Crossley and three children: Ryan (Francesca) Crossley of Newburgh, Katie Crossley of Newburgh, Colin (Casie) Crossley of Woodcliff Lake, NJ and his granddaughter Ella Shea Crossley of Newburgh. He is also survived by brothers and sisters-in-law: Rhea Flannery Fleckenstein (Douglas) of Newburgh, Robert Flannery (Nora) of Bronxville, NY, Timothy Flannery of Blandon, PA and Daniel Flannery (Tammy) of Warwick, NY. Survivors also include many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Doug was a graduate of Newburgh Free Academy and attended American University in Washington, D.C. His love of sports and competition developed at a young age through his participation in baseball, football, basketball, tennis and golf, and continued throughout his life. He returned home to Newburgh following college, and worked at A.W. Crossley Inc., General Contractors. Later, he founded his own firm Crossley Associates, which he led for over thirty-five years until his death.
Doug was a lifelong resident of Newburgh and generously contributed to his community in many ways. He was a longtime member of the Board of Directors for the Newburgh YMCA, The Powelton Club and The Still Bay Association of Lake George, NY. Doug especially enjoyed boating on Lake George and hosting the annual father-son golf tournament there. He loved his family and friends, and cherished the time spent with them on and off the golf course.
Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m., Thursday June 27th, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Avenue, Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. William Scafidi on Friday, June 28th at 10 a.m. at The Church of St. Patrick and St. Mary, 55 Grand Street, Newburgh. Interment will be held at St. Mary's Cemetery, Montgomery NY.
In Doug's memory, donations may be made to Meals on Wheels of Greater Newburgh, PO Box 2615, Newburgh NY 12550 or The Seeing Eye, PO Box 375, Morristown NJ 07963.
To send a personal condolence or for directions, please visit www.Brooksfh.com or call 845-561-8300.
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Susan Killeen
July 9, 2019
Sorry for you loss Regina. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Mark Nuzzo
July 2, 2019
I am having a real tough time with this. The 4 Musketeers Greg Woods, Harry Porr, Doug and Me. 2 out of the 4 gone. Doug and I were 15 days apart. He alway make fun of me being the Old Guy.
June 30, 2019
Dear Regina and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. Prayers to all of you,
John and Barb Bellucci
Garth Conn
June 27, 2019
Dear Regina and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Doug. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Garth and Barta Conn
Dave Dowling
June 26, 2019
Regina and Family:
"We were all so lucky to have known Doug. He will definitely be missed as he was loved. It's not often in life that one meets such a great, warm, and caring person (His humor was a big plus too.). Though we lived miles apart after college, I am so thankful that our paths crossed just enough over the years that the distance never mattered. He always remained the same exceptional person I met in 9th grade Spanish class (1965). Thank you, Doug."
With my deepest sympathy,
Tina Certo
June 26, 2019
Dear Regina, I am sorry for your loss and wish you comfort with your family. Thanks for all the support you gave me in my time of need. Fondly, Tina Certo
Jennie Gesso
June 25, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jennie Gesso
June 25, 2019
Dear Regina and Family, Our Deepest Condolences during this difficult time. So Sorry. Jennie and Tony Gesso
Jennie Gesso
June 25, 2019
Dear Regina and Family, Our deepest condolences during this difficult time. So Sorry , Tony and Jennie (Iorlano ) Gesso
Peter & Debby Copeletti
June 25, 2019
Dear Regina & Family - our deepest sympathies to you & your family. Doug will always be in your hearts & memories of him as a husband & Dad will last forever.
With love,
Debby & Peter Copeletti
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