Honor Ellenville Village Manager

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.