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Harry Gorta Obituary
Beloved son of Harry and Joan Gorta, he is survived by life partner, Michael Gabor; sisters, Margaret, Carrie and Laura, and two brothers, Joseph and Thomas. Hal is also survived by aunts, Margaret Ann Gentillo and Ginger Behnen; uncle, Bob Behnen; nephew, Stephen Tobey; niece, Andria Tobey, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
Hal was a highly acclaimed fine artist and worked as a stagehand for various Broadway and television venues. As a graduate of the Art Students League in New York City, he also became an art teacher at the school.
He was a former member of the Newburgh Arts Commission and had devoted much time and effort towards the restoration and preservation of Hopewell Farm in the Town of Crawford, N.Y., as a haven for other artists.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 13, 2007 at St. Mary's Church, 180 South Street in Newburgh, N.Y. A gathering will follow at Michael and Hal's residence on Grand Street.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made on Hal's behalf to P.E.T.A.
Arrangements are by the Michael Torsone Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 218 Mill St., Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
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Johnnie Getz
February 2, 2007
Hal, You were always the "sunshine" where ever we saw you (at the art shows down by the river in Newburgh, at the grocery store, at the video store). Your legacy of love, creativity and energy will be missed. We have all lost you here on earth but know we carry you in our hearts forever! Love, Johnnie Lou and Bob Getz
MB
January 8, 2007
For those who didn't know Hal, he was a truly unique and wonderful individual. He lived life with gusto... painting, creating, making things beautiful...laughing... everything. One of his greatest qualities was his ability to focus on the things in life that were positive... beauty, laughter, celebrating the things that were good. I don't know too many people who celebrated life the way Hal did when he was here. I miss him so much, and will never forget his ability to appreciate life's beauty.
Allison Cappella
January 7, 2007
Dear Hal,
I will always remeber your welcoming smile and positive aura. Your friends will all miss you and the city of newburgh will miss your energy. Love, Allison
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