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William Kavanaugh Obituary
William M. Kavanaugh, Sr. of Newburgh, a retired attorney, entered into rest Monday, April 19, 2010 at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Hospital in New York City. He was 81.
He was born on September 10, 1928 in Newburgh to the late William A. and Marion Martin Kavanaugh. He married his loving wife, Patricia, in 1956 at St. Mary's in Montgomery.
Bill graduated from N.F.A. then went on to receive his Bachelors Degree from Bowling Green University and Law Degree from Cornell Law School. He served his country in the United States Army for two years; was a member of the New York State Bar Association; a member of the Adirondack Mountain Club; an active member of the YMCA and Gold's Gym in Newburgh; and a parishioner at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Newburgh.
A family statement reads: "Bill was a dedicated father and husband and a lifelong outdoorsman and runner. A standout harrier at N.F.A., Bill was virtually unbeaten in high school, with a best mile time of 4:34. As a freshman in college at Drake University, Bill's cross country team won the National Championship. Professionally, Bill held a law degree from Cornell University and was a widely respected attorney. Bill maintained a private law practice in Newburgh, served as acting Newburgh City Court Judge and was the corporation council for the City of Newburgh for 17 years until his retirement. An accomplished outdoorsman, Bill had a lifelong passion for fly fishing and bird hunting and appeared in several outdoors magazines with outstanding catches. Bill touched the lives of many people with his kindness, humility and wisdom. He will be missed by his family and many friends."
Survivors include his beloved wife, Patricia D. Kavanaugh; loving sons: William M. Jr., Timothy J., Michael E. and Patrick J. Kavanaugh; and cherished grandchildren: Rordan, Logan, Jorja, Philip and Veronica Kavanaugh. He was predeceased by his sister, Constance Volpe.
Visitation will be held from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m., today, Wednesday, April 21, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 22, at St. Mary's Church in Newburgh. Interment of Ashes will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to a charity of one's choice.
To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit Brooksfh.com or call 845-561-8300.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Kavanaugh
April 22, 2010
Mike,
I am very sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jo-Anne DaSilva
Marty Purdy
April 21, 2010
The sign of a good life, is the legacy left behind---look at Bill's wonderful sons and grandchildren--it was a GOOD life, indeed! Sending my condolences to you all-
Harry Porr
April 20, 2010
It was my pleasure to work with Bill in Newburgh City Government for several years. He was an honorable and dedicated individual. As city manager I always put my trust in his good legal cousel. He will be missed by all who knew him. He loved Newburgh and worked hard for many years to help improve the quality of life for all residents.
April 20, 2010
Mike and family
We are very sorry to hear about your loss.
Jeff and Marie Huth
April 20, 2010
Sorry about your loss. What a full and wonderful life William lived!
Warmly, Kathleen and Wayne Mattox
EUGENE SLOAN
April 20, 2010
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND AND YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF GRIEF.MAY YOUR MEMORIES BRING YOU CONFORT. EUGENE SLOAN AND BETTY CARLETON PALLAZZA CLASS OF 1946
April 20, 2010
Our condolences to the Kavanaugh Family.
Jack and Fran Lease
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