Senate Resolution No. 1575

BY: Senator METZGER

MOURNING the death of Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr.,
Ellenville Village Manager, distinguished citizen
and dedicated member of his community

WHEREAS, It is with profound sorrow that this Legislative Body,
representing the people of the State of New York, is moved this day to
pay tribute to an eminent man of indomitable dedication whose public
service and countless accomplishments will forever stand as a paradigm
and inspiration for others; and

WHEREAS, Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr. of Cragsmoor, New York, died on
Saturday, May 11, 2019, at the age of 59; and

WHEREAS, A devoted husband, father and friend, Joseph P. Stoeckeler,
Jr. was born on April 25, 1960, in Kingston, New York, to the late
Joseph P. Stoeckeler Sr. and Rose Marie (Shields) Stoeckeler; he
graduated from Ellenville High School and furthered his education by
earning an Associate's degree in Business Administration from Ulster
County Community College, as well as both a Bachelor's degree in
Business Administration and a Master's degree in Public Administration
from Marist College; and

WHEREAS, Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr. Joe, a lifetime resident of the
Town of Wawarsing, was a consummate statesman and a dedicated public
servant for most of his adult life; he served as a member of the Ulster
County Legislature from 2004 through 2011, and was Wawarsing Town
Supervisor from 1990 to 1994, and again from 1998 to 2000; and

WHEREAS, A former Village Trustee, Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr. was
serving as Ellenville Village Manager at the time of his death, the
esteemed position he has held since 2013; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious career, Joseph P. Stoeckeler,
Jr. was instrumental in the development of Lippman Park and in
spearheading efforts to keep the Ellenville Hospital open; and

WHEREAS, Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr.'s commitment to excellence, and
his spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise,
including charitable and civic endeavors; and

WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to his
community, Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr. was a member of the Ellenville Elks
Lodge No. 1971, Noonday Club, Wawarsing Lodge No. 582 F. and A.M.,
Ellenville-Wawarsing Parks Commission, Fantinekill Cemetery Board of
Directors, Governor's Office of Storm Recovery New York Rising
Committee, Ulster County Board of Realtors, Hudson Gateway Multiple
Listing Service and the Hudson Valley Catskills Region Multiple Listing
Service; and

WHEREAS, In addition, he was a member and former Director of the
Ellenville-Wawarsing Chamber of Commerce, as well as a Member Third
Degree of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 4517; and

WHEREAS, Professionally, Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr. was a
self-employed real estate broker, investor and developer, who worked
alongside his father since 1985; he especially valued the time they
shared together until his father's passing in November of 2018; and

WHEREAS, Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr. had a way of making all those
with whom he came in contact feel like a close friend, truly valuing
each and every relationship he formed; and

WHEREAS, An avid history buff who enjoyed sharing his knowledge,
Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr. loved vacationing in Ormond-by-the-Sea, long
car rides, listening to music and trips to the ice cream stand; above
all else, he valued his family, spending time with his children and
looked forward to cooking holiday dinners at his home; and

WHEREAS, Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr.'s passing left a huge void in the
Ellenville community and in the hearts of all who knew him; he will be
deeply missed and forever loved; and

WHEREAS, In addition to his parents, Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr. was
predeceased by his brother, Paul; he is survived by his wife and the
love of his life, Theresa; three children, Joseph (Raechel), Katie
(Dion) and Erica (Bill) Stoeckeler; Daniel (Lissett) and James; brother,
Michael (Dawn); sister, Mona (Brian); cousin, Bill (Holly); his mother
and father-in-law, Mary and George; brother-in-law, John (Gayle);
nieces, Kelly, Lindsey and Emily; nephews, Keith and Mikey; and his
beloved dog, Brody, who brought so much joy to his life; and

WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr. leaves behind a legacy which will
long endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory
to all he served and befriended; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr., Ellenville Village
Manager, distinguished citizen and dedicated member of his community;
and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Joseph P. Stoeckeler, Jr.