Earl L. DeGroodt, 89, of Pleasant Valley, New York, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025.

Born on, July 27, 1936, in Poughkeepsie, NY, he was the son of Earl DeGroodt and Dorothy Blauvelt DeGroodt.

After graduating from F.D.R. High School he went on to work for many years as a fabricator with Local 38 Sheet Metal Workers Union until his retirement.

Earl was a devoted member of the Hyde Park United Methodist Church for 45 years. He volunteered with Hyde Park Meals on Wheels, the food pantry, and often gave rides to those in need of transportation to medical appointments. He was also known as the "fix-it guy," always willing to help anyone in need.

On December 5, 1959, he married Virginia DeGroodt at the former Washington Street Methodist Church in Poughkeepsie. They shared 61 wonderful years of marriage before Virginia's passing on May 25, 2021.

Earl and Virginia loved to travel together, and he enjoyed skiing and playing golf whenever he had the chance.

Earl was a member of the Poughkeepsie Elks Club Lodge 275, and the Italian Center. He was known for his warm and gentle spirit, and he cherished the time spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a loving husband, devoted father, and a kind friend, truly the best father his children could have asked for.

He is survived by his two daughters, Colleen Welch (Christopher) and Bonnie Germano; four grandchildren, Shannon DiValentino, Crystal Kasten, Michael Germano, and Nicole Welch; and four great-grandchildren, Audrey, Ben, Vienna, and Giuliana.

He is also survived by his brothers Kenny DeGroodt and wife Nancy Butler DeGroodt, and Phillip Walton.

Along with his parents he was predeceased by his granddaughter Jessica Germano and sister Michele DeGroodt.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, October 2nd, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at Sweet's Funeral Home, 4365 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park, NY 12538.

A memorial service for Earl and his late wife Virginia will take place on Friday, October 3rd, at 10:00 AM at Hyde Park United Methodist Church, 1 Church St., Hyde Park, NY 12538.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial donations be made to the Hyde Park United Methodist Church.

Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Route 9, Hyde Park.

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