Obituary of William J. Carberry

William J. Carberry (Bill), 72, of Goshen, passed away on Thursday, August 18th at the Kaplan Family Hospice Residence in Newburgh, NY. Bill was born in the Bronx on March 12, 1944, the son of the late Ethel & Hugh Carberry. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Noreen, his daughter, Kathy Miller and husband Eric; his son, William Carberry and wife, Katti, and by his grandchildren, Matthew and Michael Miller and Tim and Lukas Carberry, all of whom brought pure joy to his life. Bill is also survived by two sisters, Margie Mullen and Ann Bourne and brother, Robert and brothers-in-law, Edward Kneafsey and Robert Cunningham and sister-in-law, Mary Mullany and husband, Tom. Bill was a retired member of the New York City Fire Department and the Holy Name Society and Emerald Society of the FDNY. He was an honorary member of the Dikeman Engine and Hose Co., Goshen, NY, and a U.S. Army Veteran and member of the American Legion. Shortly after returning from Ft. Lewis in Washington, Bill became a firefighter with 27 Truck, FDNY in the Bronx, where he forged many wonderful friendships lasting until his final days. With the ending of a long and proud career with the FDNY, Bill was lucky to find a new 'home away from home' working at Donovan's Funeral Home, finding great friends in owners Joe Donovan and Mark Johnston. In later years, Bill would pick up Joe and head to the Goshen Diner for their morning coffee with good friends- something he looked forward to until he was no longer physically able to go. Known to be a great cook, the holidays with family feasts were always a highlight. As a big NY sports fan, Bill greatly enjoyed the ups and agonized with the downs of his Mets, Giants and Rangers throughout the years. Above all, Bill loved spending time with his family. With the love of his life, Noreen, he took every opportunity to enjoy their children and grandchildren and share in their lives. His children knew him to be a brave man, and kind-hearted and supportive father who was always there for them. Bill was cherished by his grandsons, imparting his character on each of them in special ways, perhaps his greatest lasting gift to us. The family would like to say a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Kaplan's for taking such good care of Bill in his final days with us. Also a special thank you to his dear friend, Leo Levendos, who spent mornings keeping him company and helping him on his journey. Bill will always be remembered for his kind and gentle way - may he rest in peace. Visitation will be Monday, August 22 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. at the Donovan Funeral Home, Inc., 82 South Church Street, Goshen, NY. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 11:00 am on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at St. John the Evangelist R.C. Church, 71 Murray Ave, Goshen, NY. Burial will follow in the Orange County Veteran's Cemetery, Goshen, NY. donations: St. Judes Children's Hospital, Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties and the FDNY BURN UNIT Arrangements under the care of the Donovan Funeral Home, Inc., Goshen. To leave the family a condolence visit www.donovanfunerals.com