Michael Arthur Mostransky of Poughkeepsie, NY and Bradenton, FL, and formerly of Hopewell Jct., NY, passed away in the early morning of Monday, November 13, 2017 after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Michael was born on August 27, 1947 in Pittsfield, MA to Michael and Louise Mostransky of New Paltz. Michael was the brother of the late Carol Wildrick. Mike grew up in New Paltz, where he met the love of his life in 6th grade, Beth Carvey Mostransky. An avid baseball and basketball player, Mike continued his athletic career at SUNY New Paltz College, where he also earned a degree in education, allowing him to begin his talented career as a teacher and coach. He received his Masters at NIT & taught at Brewster High School for 34 years. He was also an IBM EIS & taught Adult Education classes at Mercy College. Mike was the Men’s Winter League Basketball Director for East Fishkill and Asst. Summer Basketball Camp Director with Frank Matteo in EF. Mike was the Director of the Gipsy Trail Day Camp for many summers.
Mike found his passion for teaching in the science classroom and on the football fields, basketball courts, and golf courses of Brewster High School. Affectionately known as Coach, Mike dedicated his career to the pursuit of science and education for 30 years. His efforts helped shape young high school students into successful adults, providing them with the skills and integrity to achieve at the highest levels in the classroom and in national competitions.

Greater than his love of teaching was Mike’s love for his family and friends. Mike and Beth were married December 21,1968 and would have celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary next year with a Cruise. Together they raised four amazing boys, Michael C. Mostransky, Marc S. Mostransky, Kyle R. Mostransky, and Robert E. Mostransky. Mike taught his boys the values of life through games, vacations and love. Mike loved his boys and enjoyed coaching his sons in baseball and basketball, building forts in their backyard and taking the time to have a catch any time one of his sons asked. With Beth by his side, Mike would load their station wagon and drive to Florida where vacations filled with beaches and Disney World would turn into magical family memories.

Upon retirement, Mike’s battle with Parkinson’s Disease began. Throughout his battle, Mike continued his passions, especially that of golf. Becoming a ranger at Centennial Golf Club provided Mike with the opportunity to be around the game he loved to play. With this game came friendships that bonded over every beautiful drive and every missed putt. Mike continued to play the game he loved into the late stages of his Parkinson’s. He refused to let this disease define him.

Michael A. Mostransky is survived by his loving wife, Beth C. Mostransky, who was by his side in his final moments. He is also survived by his four sons and their wives, Michael C. and Tara Mostransky, Marc S. and Meegan Mostransky, Kyle R. and Elissa Mostransky, and Robert E. and Rachel Mostransky. Additionally, Mike was blessed with his grandchildren Michael, September, Grant, Kashius, Evan, Kellan, Jason, Marissa, Eric, Ashley, and soon-to-be-born Deegan.

We want to thank the personnel at The Pines in Poughkeepsie, NY - Jen, Jill, Erin, Nicole, Rosie, Cassidy, Cheri, Yahne, Val, Corrine, Beverly, Lauren, Roberta, Sue, Kenisha, Jo Karla, Annabelle, Sharlene, Brianne, Shirley, Tim, Rebecca, Maria and Dr. Akhter for the loving care shown to Mike in his final days.

Calling hours will be held from 2-4pm & 6-8pm on Friday, November 17, 2017 at McHoul Funeral Home, 895 Route 82, Hopewell Jct, NY. A Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 10am at the Funeral Home.

Mike courageously faced Parkinson’s Disease since his diagnosis in 2002. He donated his brain to Columbia University Medical Center for Parkinson’s Disease research. Memorial donations may be made in memory of Mike to Parkinson Place, 5969 Cattleridge Blvd. Suite 100; Sarasota, FL. 34232. http://parkinsonplace.org/. Please visit Mike’s Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.