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Kevin Francis Garvey, Longtime Rockland Resident & Coast Guard Veteran Passes Away

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ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – Kevin Francis Garvey of Wolf Lake, NY passed away peacefully on February 5, 2024. He was 86.

Kevin was born on November 21, 1937 to Irish immigrants John and Susan (McGinnity) Garvey and raised in the Bronx with his seven siblings. He graduated from St. Simon Stock High School and served with pride in the United States Coast Guard on the USCG Cutter USS-Rockaway. In 1961, he married Geraldine and together they raised their six children in South Nyack, NY. Kevin spent most of this career with the New York City Board of Education as a Custodian Engineer. He was active with Local 891 of the International Union of Operating Engineers, serving as treasurer and with the Employee Assistance Program. After retiring, Kevin earned his BA in Labor Studies from SUNY Empire College. His son, Lawrence, is the Rockland County GOP Chairman.

After moving to Wolf Lake, Kevin served on the Wolf Lake Board of Directors. He was a longtime active parishioner of St. Joseph’s Church in Wurtsboro, NY and volunteered for Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties.

Kevin was predeceased by his parents John and Susan, his brothers Thomas and Raymond and his sisters Margaret Rose (Peggy), and Ann Brigid. Also predeceasing him was his beloved son, Paul.

He is survived by his brothers Jack and Brendan (Terry); his sister Suzanne; his children Sheila (Kevin Fitzpatrick) of Upper Nyack, NY; Tara (Kevin Lapoff) of Lake Worth, FL; Kevin (Melanie) of Blauvelt, NY; Lawrence of New City, NY; Gerard (James Parent) of Rochester, NY; his devoted friend Eileen Phelan; and many nieces and nephews.

He also leaves behind his adored grandchildren Katherine (Jon Abrams), Brendan, Maura (Ahmad Al Kawabeh), Aidan, Meghan, Tara, Elizabeth, Lauren, Adam, and Adrianne along with great grandchildren Leah and Owen.

Kevin was proud of his over forty years of sobriety. He sponsored countless friends who remained devoted to him until the end. The family would like to especially thank Kevin’s Wolf Lake friends and neighbors, especially his “Wednesday night guys” who were a bright light for him in his later years.

Visitation for family and friends will be Friday, February 9, from 4:00 to 7:00pm at VanInwegen-Kenny Funeral Home, 111 Sullivan Street in Wurtsboro. His funeral mass will be held on Saturday, February 10, at 1:00 pm at St. Joseph’s Church, 180 Sullivan Street in Wurtsboro, followed by burial at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Wurtsboro.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Church in Wurtsboro and Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties.

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D-Day Remembrance Day: Honoring the Allied Invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944

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On June 6, 1944, Allied forces launched D-Day (Normandy landings), part of Operation Overlord — the massive amphibious assault on Nazi-occupied France along the beaches of Normandy.

It became one of the largest and most consequential military operations of World War II, involving thousands of ships, aircraft, and ground troops from multiple Allied nations. The landings took place across five beaches — Omaha, Utah, Gold, Juno, and Sword — in a coordinated effort that would shape the course of the war in Europe.

The operation marked a decisive turning point, eventually leading to the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi control. The fighting on D-Day came at a tremendous cost, with thousands of soldiers killed or wounded on the first day alone.

Today, D-Day is remembered not only as a major military milestone, but as a moment defined by extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and unity among ordinary people called to an extraordinary mission.

                       We honor and remember those who never made it home.

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Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones from Scams | Senior Fraud Prevention Tips

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Scammers often target older adults by pretending to be family members, government agencies, banks, healthcare providers, or technical support representatives. Their goal is to create panic, gain trust, and convince victims to send money or provide personal information.

Common Scams Targeting Seniors

• Grandparent scams involving fake emergencies and urgent requests for money

• Tech support scams claiming your computer has a virus or security problem

• Fake IRS, Social Security, Medicare, or law enforcement calls

• Lottery and sweepstakes scams promising prizes in exchange for fees

• Romance scams through social media, dating websites, and messaging apps

• Bank fraud and account compromise scams

• Investment and cryptocurrency scams promising guaranteed returns

Protect Yourself

✅ Never send money, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers to someone you do not know or have not verified.

✅ Verify any urgent request by contacting a trusted family member, friend, or organization directly using a known phone number.

✅ Never provide personal, banking, Medicare, or Social Security information over the phone unless you initiated the contact and trust the recipient.

✅ Be cautious of callers who pressure you to act immediately, threaten consequences, or demand secrecy.

✅ Legitimate government agencies, financial institutions, and law enforcement organizations generally do not demand immediate payment by gift card, cryptocurrency, wire transfer, or other unconventional payment methods.

✅ If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

What To Do If You Suspect a Scam

📞 Hang up the phone or end the communication.

🛑 Stop responding to calls, texts, emails, or messages from the suspected scammer.

👨‍👩‍👧 Contact a trusted family member, friend, or caregiver.

📋 Report the incident to your local law enforcement agency, financial institution, or the appropriate consumer protection authorities.

Working together, we can help protect our community from fraud and scams. Stay informed, stay alert, and share this information with family, friends, and neighbors.

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