MILLBROOK — The 2022 New York State Class C Section 9 Champions from Millbrook High School were congratulated by Millbrook Mayor Tim Collopy and village Trustees Vickie Contino and Mike Herzog on Tuesday, May 3, for their prowess on the court.
The Millbrook Blazers Girls Varsity Basketball Team was lauded for its tremendous accomplishments on Sunday, March 20, at Hudson Community College in Troy by the Millbrook officials earlier this month.
The team received certificates from the Village of Millbrook in an official ceremony, with all of the pomp and circumstance it deserved.
The honors took place at the first May meeting of the Millbrook Central School District Board of Education meeting, held at the Millbrook Middle School.
Collopy shook every player’s hand and congratulated them on their victory over the Newark Valley Cardinals in the hard-fought championship game. The Blazers beat the Cardinals 55-46, clinching the Class C Section 9 title.
— Judith O’Hara Balfe
MILLERTON — Lynn Louise (Brunese) Rhoades of Naples, Florida passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024.
Lynn was born in Sharon, on May 10, 1955. She was a graduate of Webutuck Central School and Krissler Business School.
Lynn grew up in Millerton and married Martin Rhoades of Lakeville.
In 1977 she and her family moved to Naples, Florida, where she continued her postal career until retirement in 2015.
She enjoyed spending time with her family, friends, going to the beach, gardening, decorating for the holidays, cooking, traveling and being in nature. In her younger years she had a passion for ice skating.
Lynn had an immense love for dachshunds and anything that sparkled, as it was a reflection of her bright personality.
She is survived by her husband, Martin Rhoades, two daughters, Crystal and Ashley, stepson Aaron Rhoades, brother John Brunese, sister Lori Brunese of Millerton, along with nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Memorial services will be announced at a future date.
Donations can be made to Avow Hospice Services, 1095 Whippoorwill Lane, Naples, Florida 34105.
WEST CORNWALL —John Walter Preston (“Jack”), 84, of 294 West Cornwall Road, passed peacefully at his home. He was the husband of the late Patricia Ann (White) Preston. Jack was born Nov. 4, 1939, at Sharon Hospital. He was the son of the late Walter A. and Josephine (Cochrane) Preston.
Jack worked for the Connecticut Department of Transportation for 34 years. He began his career as a snowplow driver for the state and retired as the Manager of the Connecticut DOT. Jack served his community in many ways, most notably as an active member of the Cornwall Volunteer Fire Department for 63 years. He also enjoyed spending time at his home in East Falmouth on Cape Cod. But Jack’s true passion was providing for his wife, Patty, and their three daughters. A close second was the meticulous care he gave to his property, especially his lawn.
Jack is survived by his three daughters; Robin Preston of Ashford, Connecticut, Debra Preston of West Cornwall and Kim Preston Dube and her husband Norm of Charlottesville, Virginia. He is also survived by his grandchildren; Kyle Strong and his wife Taylor, Katherine Strong, Ryan Dube and his wife Margaret. Jack is also survived by his two great-grandsons; Bryson and John.
A graveside service was held on Tuesday April 16, 2024, at the Cornwall Cemetery Cornwall, CT. Memorial donations may be sent to the Cornwall Volunteer Fire Department 289 Sharon-Goshen Turnpike, West Cornwall, CT 06796 or charity of your choosing. Arrangements were under the care of the Newkirk-Palmer Funeral Home 118 Main St. Canaan, CT 06018.
