The world lost an exceptional person on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 when Dwight R. Kearns passed away. Having spent over 30 years with the New York City Board of Education, and another 20 years with CWA Local 1180, his professional career spanned over 50 years. Dwight was born on November 30, 1941, raised in Brooklyn, NY and lived in Congers, NY for 38 years. Dwight is survived by his two daughters, Leslie Kearns and Alison Ledden. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Mary. His generosity was larger than life. Dwight was always ready to lend a helping hand and had a positive impact on so many of the lives he touched. Not many stars shined as bright and he will be missed by all who knew him.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9pm at Higgins Funeral Home in New City, NY. Service will be held on Wednesday, 11am, at Higgins Funeral Home in New City, NY, followed by interment at Gethsemane Cemetery, Rockland State Park. Congers, NY. Floral tributes can be made to Rockland Florist, 8 Old Haverstraw Road, Congers, NY 10920.