Donald F. Hendrickson, 94, a longtime Hyde Park resident, died peacefully on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at the Baptist Home in Rhinebeck.

Born September 27, 1930, in Kingston, he was the son of the late Herman and Frances McSpirit Hendrickson.

Active in scouting, Donald helped in the formation of the Tri Mount Boy Scout Camp in East Jewett, NY, and became an Eagle Scout in 1948.

Donald proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War, earning the rank of Staff Sergeant. Notably, he was a graduate of the Army Signal School.

A 1949 graduate of Kingston High School, Don worked at the former Venetian Blind Factory in Kingston, and eventually moved on to Central Hudson, and then to NY Telephone Company until his retirement.

Mr. Hendrickson was active with his sons as they were growing up, especially with their sporting activities, was a Radio Telephone Operator since 1977, and a volunteer for Hyde Park Meals on Wheels. Most of all he loved his children and grandchildren.

In New Windsor, he married the former Kathryn Huber. Mrs. Hendrickson predeceased him in 1998.

Donald is survived by his son, Raymond Hendrickson of Ravena, NY; and daughter-in-law, Barbara Hendrickson of Red Hook.

He is also survived by his grandchildren, Brittany Hendrickson (Davaughn Durr), Capt. Trevor Hendrickson, US Army (Sarah), and Kari Hendrickson (fiancé – Morgan Greaney), Sky Hendrickson (companion – Madison Johnson), and Maya Hendrickson; and one great granddaughter, Maisey.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by his son, David Hendrickson, and brother, Raymond Hendrickson.

A period of visitation will be from 10 to 11AM, Monday, December 23rd at Sweet's Funeral Home, Route 9, Hyde Park.

Funeral services will follow the visitation at 11 AM at the Funeral Home. Pastor Steve Aldrich will officiate.

Burial with military honors will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, 322 Foxhall Ave, Kingston, NY.

In lieu of flowers, Donald's family respectfully requests memorial donations to the Gary Sinise Foundation PO Box 40726 Nashville, TN 37204. (www.garysinisefoundation.org)

To send an online condolence, or for directions, please visit Don's obituary page at www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.