"my condolanaces to you and your family - you were always good me Sam at Shultz paint Co God bless"
In loving memory of
Samuel C. McCoubrey
July 31, 1931 - October 22, 2010
Samuel C. McCoubrey, 79, of Hemlock Ave., Kingston, died Friday, October 22, 2010 at his home after a lengthy illness. He was born July 31, 1931 in Tannersville, NY to the late Samuel G. and Florence (Conley) McCoubrey.
He was the husband of Janet Shults McCoubrey; they wed on June 12th, 1954 at the home of her parents.
Mr. McCoubrey was a 1950 graduate of Windham - Ashland - Jewett High School, after High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, and attained the rank of Sergeant, having served during the Korean War era. Upon completing his service to his country, he graduated from Hartwick College, Class of 1957, with a degree in Business Administration.
Mr. McCoubrey was a computer programmer for IBM Kingston for 37 years, retiring in 1989.
He had been a very active member of the Hidden Harbor Yacht Club for over 40 years, having served as Commodore and Treasurer. He was a former member of the Board of Trustees of Wiltwyck Cemetery and the Kingston Civil Service Commission. His hobbies and interests included salt water fishing, boating, traveling in this country and abroad, golfing and driving, having driven in all 50 states.
In addition to his wife he is survived by his children Cathrine Jean McCoubrey, Kingston, NY, Nancy Lee Ferrelli, Spring Lake, NJ, son Samuel C. McCoubrey, Jr., Kingston, NY, Pamela M. Zambrano, Ridgefield Park, NJ, 9 Grandchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren, a sister Marion McCoubrey Ostrander, Kingston, several nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Sam's life will be held at Mariner's Harbor, 1 Broadway, Kingston on Tuesday, October 26th, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY 12401 or Hidden Harbor Yacht Club, PO Box 133, Port Ewen, NY 12466. Inurnment will take place at Ashland Cemetery in Windham at the convenience of the family. Light a candle in memory of Sam at www.KeyserFuneralService.com. Arrangements by Keyser Funeral Service, Inc., 326 Albany Avenue, Kingston.
Tributes
"Rest in peace"
"My favorite memory is when you would call me "dolly". I love you and will miss you as I remember you. Your daughter, Pamela"
"To All of the McCoubrey Family So Sorry to hear of your lose. May All have peace that Sam Sr. is on his boat enjoying the sun on his face and with the wind at his back enjoying the ride. He was a Great man and super father.And will be missed Love You All Lou LaConture. "
"Deepest condolences. Sam worked for me many years ago at IBM. I have the highest regard for him. He was always kind and peaceful and a real help to those with whom he worked. A capable workman and a real, thoughtful and gentle human being. Rest in peace, Sam. "
"Tonight, Sam will be reborn to you through the love and fond memories of family and friends: a "mountain-top" boy, treasured husband, caring Dad, dear family member, proud Beamer, boater... friend. Celebrate Sam... DEM & CEM"