VIOLET STREICH

Violet Streich of Olivebridge died Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at the Health Alliance Hospital in Kingston, NY at the age of 97. She was born January 17, 1925 in New Jersey, a daughter of the late Walter Riechers and Florence Hoffman.

Violet lived and worked in Queens and in 1944 she met and married her husband, Walter Streich. Walter, who served in WWII as a Lieutenant in the US Navy, predeceased her on December 28, 1968. Violet is survived by her cousin, Patricia Dannhardt of Bristol, Virginia. In addition, she is survived by her many dear friends and her beloved dog, Penny. Prior to her death, Violet made arrangements with a close friend and neighbor to adopt Penny. Violet moved to Olivebridge in 1960 with her husband and was a resident of Ulster County for over sixty years. After her husband’s death in 1968, she worked for SUNY Ulster as a Bookkeeper and Secretary. Violet’s life-long love of animals led to over 60 years of volunteer service and support of local organizations. In 2017 she was named Senior Of The Year Award Recipient and was recognized for her dedication to the community. She helped with fundraising efforts, office work, and outreach for the local SPCA, Diana’s Cat Project and the Catskill Animal Sanctuary. She helped support her fellow older adults and was involved with the Marbletown, Olive, and Rosendale Senior Groups. She was always available to volunteer to drive or bake goodies whenever needed. A prize-winning baker she loved baking goodies for the Ulster County Fair and was the purple ribbon Grand Prize Winner for her first place blue win. She won lots of ribbons every time she entered and would plan her entries weeks in advance. Violet loved music, theatre, dancing and swimming and she loved a party. She was full of energy and positive thoughts while caring and giving throughout her lifetime. She will be sorely missed. In keeping with Violet’s wishes she has been cremated and there will be a graveside service conducted by Reverend Arlene Dawber on Tuesday, 10/25/22, at 11:00am at the Fairview Cemetery, Stone Ridge, NY. Arrangements are under the guidance of George J. Moylan Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to an animal organization of your choice.

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