Paul Stuewer, 51, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 17, 1965 in Poughkeepsie, NY to Hans and Mary Stuewer, Paul graduated from Roy C. Ketcham High School in 1983, and attended Dutchess Community College.

Paul entered the New York State Police on September 26, 1990, as a member of the 168th Session of the Basic School, and served with the State Police for 26 years. He served as a trooper in Troop K until his appointment to Investigator in 2004. In 2005, he was promoted to Sergeant, and remained an Investigator in his most recent assignment with the New York City Drug Enforcement Task Force.

Investigator Stuewer passed away from an illness stemming from his assignment at the World Trade Center site, following the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. Following the events of that day, Investigator Stuewer was assigned to New York City to aid in the search and recovery efforts.

Paul loved being a Trooper, and was active in many extra assignments with the NYSP, including motorcycle detail, Camaro operator, the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit, and served as one of the models for the original State Trooper statue, “The Grey Rider,” in Albany, NY.

Paul is survived by his wife, Sheila, parents Mary and Hans Stuewer, children Samantha, Lexi, and Christian Stuewer, and stepsons Christopher, Dennis, and Brendan Hall, all of Poughkeepsie, NY. He was predeceased by his sister, Catherine Gary, and is survived by his brother-in-law, Michael Gary, and nephews Devin, Brendan, and Timothy Gary of Tucson, AZ. Paul is also survived by an aunt, Josephine O’Neill of Kilrush, County Clare, Ireland, an uncle Senan Hartney, of Reading, England, as well as numerous cousins in Germany, Ireland, Australia, Canada, and England. Other family include sisters-in-law Maureen Ferguson, Rory (and Michael) Keough, Peggy (and Jamie) Prendergast, and brother-in-law Patrick (and Leslie) Ferguson, as well as many nephews and extended family.

In his free time, Paul was an accomplished wood carver, and was past-President of the Hudson Valley Woodcarvers. He enjoyed blacksmithing, and was a member of the TiYogi Archery Club. Paul loved the outdoors, especially walking his dogs, Dolly and Abby.

The family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff of Vassar Medical Center, as well as the many colleagues and dear friends who lent support and prayers during Paul’s illness. They will be forever grateful for the support provided by all the members of the New York State Police, the DEA and the Drug Enforcement Task Force.

Visitation will be held at William G. Miller & Son Funeral Home, 371 Hooker Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603 on Tuesday, October 11, 2016, from 4-8pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Martin de Porres Church, 118 Cedar Valley Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, at 10:30am, on Wednesday, October 12, 2016.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to NYSPIA Emergency Assistance Fund, 54 State Street, Suite 300, Albany, NY 12207 or online at www.NYSPIAEAF.com. If you wish to send an online condolence please visit our website at www.wmgmillerfuneralhome.com

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