Harriet Ann Anspach, 79, of Hyde Park, passed away peacefully at Taconic of Ulster in Highland on November 12th, 2023.

Born in Poughkeepsie, on July 17, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Anna Barley.

Harriet was predeceased by her sister Dolores Barley and several aunts and uncles.

She is survived by her loving husband John of 47 years, her daughter Valerie Calderon and husband Eric of Hyde Park; son Stephen Anspach and wife Sue of Red Hook.

Harriet was "The Voice" of Dutchess Community College for over 42 and a half years, working as a receptionist and switchboard operator.

Harriet was a life member and past president of the Ladies auxiliary of Fairview Fire Company.

After retirement Harriet and John got to enjoy their summer at their camp in the Adirondack mountains during the summers. Harriet also joined a quilting group which she was very active with.

In her free time Harriet also enjoyed raising champion Brittany Spaniels with her best friend Joan Coluccio.

In keeping with her wishes cremation has taken place.

The family would like to thank the staff of Taconic at Ulster for taking excellent care of Harriet.

Memorial calling hours will be on Sunday November 19th, 2023, from 1pm to 4pm at Sweets Funeral Home, 4365 Albany Post Rd. Hyde Park, NY 12538.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Our Lady of the Rosary Chapel on Monday November 20th at 9:45am, 185 Hudson View Dr. Poughkeepsie, NY 12603.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Harriets name may be made to the Fairview Fire company 258 Violet Ave. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, or Dutchess County ASPCA, 636 Violet Ave. Hyde Park, NY 12538.

Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home.

To send an online condolence or for directions please visit, www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.