William James Ogden, 74, a lifelong area resident, died on June 17th, 2023, at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, New York following a courageous battle with cancer.

William was born on March 30, 1949, in Poughkeepsie. He was the son of Janine Lowery Ogden and William E. Ogden.

William was a 1967 graduate of Poughkeepsie High School. He was employed as a golf pro assistant at the College Hill Golf Course and Bogey Golf in Poughkeepsie. William enlisted in the US Army and served in the Mekong Delta during 1968 through 1969. William was seriously wounded in action April 13, 1969. William's actions were in keeping with the highest tradition of the military and above and beyond the call of duty. His bravery and courage earned him the Bronze Star, the Silver Star, Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm, and the Purple Heart.

After suffering through years of recovery from the war, William toured the country, visited army friends and spent quality time with his family. He enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting. He had a love for dogs and would always have one by his side.

William was an active member of the Poughkeepsie Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #170, and various other VA organizations in Livingston Manor, New York.

William is survived by his parents Janine and John Gleason; two siblings, Susan Ogden, and David Ogden and wife, Gina; nieces, Kimberly Muszynski and family, and Cindy Loizzo and family; and granddaughter, Heather Potter.

William was predeceased by his father, William E. Ogden; sister, Janine Demartine; and his wife, Donna Ogden.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no services.

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

Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Hyde Park. To send an online condolence, please visit William's obituary page at www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.