Leila A. McAdams, 90, of Neversink, passed away on November 28, 2025, at Garnet Health Medical Center. She was born on April 19, 1935, in Livingston Manor, New York, the daughter of Charles McAdams and Ruby Gorr.

Leila enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. She loved watching westerns and game shows, spending time with her family, playing Pinochle and Bingo, crocheting, drawing, bird watching, and fishing. From a young age she was a dedicated and hardworking individual, often entrusted with caring for her brothers and sisters. Though she carried a tough exterior, Leila deeply loved her family and expressed that love in her own unique way.

She is survived by her children Penny Howe; Melvin “Charlie” Howe and his wife Ramona; Cindy Howe and her companion Doyle Gosney; “Tiffany” Diaz, and Tonya Johnson. She leaves behind her cherished grandchildren Tom Malone, Charles Howe, Christina Buckler, and Jeremy Diaz, and her great-grandchildren Emma Howe, Cadence Buckler, Alexander Diaz, and Mason Malone. She is also survived by her siblings Aaron McAdams and Aquilla McAdams, and her brother-in-law Jim Atkins, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Leila was predeceased by her children Rex, Ethel, and Terry; and her siblings Charles “Buck” McAdams, Rex McAdams, and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Sherwood Atkins, and her pervious companion Melvin “Jake” Howe.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, December 3rd at 1:00 p.m. at Liberty Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the care of Colonial-Ramsay Funeral Home. For further information, please call 845-292-7160.Rita McAuliffe

June 8, 1937 - November 27, 2025

Rita McAuliffe, 88, of Livingston Manor, passed away on November 27, 2025, at Sullivan County Adult Care Center. She was the daughter of the late Arthur Donahue and Margaret Lynch, born on June 8, 1937, in Manhattan, New York.

Rita had a deep love for animals—especially dogs and cats—and shared an unbreakable bond with her beloved Chihuahua, Tiny. Her family was her greatest joy, and she took tremendous pride in her home, which she cared for lovingly.  Rita created a warm, welcoming space for all who visited, always ready with a sweet treat and a kind word.

She was the keeper of family history, preserving photographs like treasures and ensuring they remained in perfect condition. Rita believed strongly in the value of showing appreciation, always reminding others of the importance of compensating people for even the smallest acts of kindness. And whenever someone planned a visit, she would playfully say, “Don’t forget to bring something for Tiny.”

Rita is survived by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her sisters, all of whom will forever cherish her memory.

A burial will take place on Tuesday, December 2, at Woodbridge Memorial Garden in Woodbridge, New Jersey.

Arrangements were under the care of Colonial Bryant Funeral Home for further information please call 845-439-4333 or visit www.colonialfamilyfuneralhomes.com.