Claire T. Semmeles Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Claire T. Semmeles (Goshen, New York), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 7, 2025 at the age of 96. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Claire T. Semmeles to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let her loved ones carry forward the torch of her memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of her love and the brilliance of her spirit. Though Claire may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, her essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Piersall and Rose Piersall; and her husband Chick. She is survived by: her children, Teresa Tavernise (Joseph) of Middletown, NY and Charles W. Semmeles IV (Lisa) of Souderton, PA.; and her grandchildren, Shaun Semmeles, Caitlin Murphy and Joie Tavernise.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Donovan Funeral Home (82 S Church St, Goshen, NY 10924). A burial will be held on Thursday, December 18th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St Columba Parish Cemetery (3335 NY-94, Chester, NY 10918).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Claire's name to Tunnel to Towers, St. Judes or the charity of one's choice.
