Obituary of Dolores Stein

Dolores Stein from Buchanan, New York was born on October 4, 1931, in Peekskill, New York, and passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, after a long-term illness.

She was a loving wife to Robert Stein, a devoted mother, and a cherished grandmother.  She was known for her kindness, and exceptional baking skills, particularly her famous pizzelle cookies and pies.

Dolores graduated from Yorktown High School and went on to business school for secretarial administration. Early in her career, she worked at New York Life in New York City. After the passing of her first husband, Kenneth J. O’Connor Jr., she sought a job at the Lakeland School District in Cortlandt Manor, New York, to be close to her two sons. She later found love again with Robert Stein, with whom she made a life with.

An avid fan of the New York Yankees, Dolores enjoyed following her favorite player, Bernie Williams. She cherished spending time with her family, indulging in delicious Italian meals, and attending the Buchanan Senior Center with Robert, where they enjoyed weekly activities and periodic trips.

Dolores is survived by her husband, Robert Stein, and his sons Steven, Robert, and Thomas (predeceased), her sister Catherine Birkbichler and husband Buck, her son Kenneth J. O’Connor III, and wife, Ellen Murphy, along with her beloved grandchildren, Mallory, Ryan, and Erin, six great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Dolores was predeceased by her parents, Emilio and Josephine Oubina, brothers William and Richard, and her son, Gary O’Connor.

She was a devoted Roman Catholic and regularly attended church.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the VA Nursing Home Montrose, New York, or to the Alzheimer’s Association at Alzheimer’s.org. The family extends heartfelt thanks to the numerous home aides and the staff at the VA nursing home for their compassionate care of Dolores during her final years