Michael Stephen Heaphy,75, of Hyde Park, died unexpectedly on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Mid-Hudson Regional Hospital in Poughkeepsie.

Born March 22, 1949 in the Bronx, he was the son of the late James Emmett Heaphy and Virginia Iaonni Heaphy.

After graduating high school Michael went on to proudly serve in the United States Army from 1966 to 1969.

After his service he went on to work for I.B.M. in fishkill until his retirement.

On July 31st, 1976, Michael married the former Patricia Brady. Mrs. Heaphy survives at home.

Michael was an avid reader, and in his free time he enjoyed watching sports, especially the New York Yankees and New York Giants. He also Enjoyed going to the movies and Broadway shows with his wife and had a deep devotion to praying the rosary daily.

Most of all he loved hosting family gatherings, and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Michael is survived by his two children, Shaun Heaphy and partner Tara, and Kathleen Heaphy and partner Mark; three grandchildren, Colin, Kiera, Quinn.

Along with his parents he was predeceased by his granddaughter Logan Heaphy and his siblings Christopher Richard, and his twin brother James

In keeping with his wishes cremation has taken place.

Calling hours will be from 5PM to 7PM, on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc, 4365 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park, NY.

A Funeral Mass will be at 10 AM on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Regina Coeli Church, 2 Harvey St., Hyde Park, NY.

Burial will follow in the family plot at St. Peters Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers Michael's family respectfully requests memorial donations to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (www.stjude.org)

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

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