Arthur P. Kisselburg, Sr., affectionately known as “Kip,”age 91, of Athens, New York, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026.

Arthur was born at Catskill Hospital and raised in Athens, NY, the son of Pauland Marion (Harrington) Kisselburg.

At the age of 16 he met the love of his life, Mary Craw, ona bus ride home from the Catskill movie theater. They were married April 26,1953, and raised their five children on the same street he grew up on.  Hespent his life as a proud member of the community.

From 1952 to 1958, he served in the National Guard (CO"A" 134th ARMED MED BN 27 INF DIVISION NY.NG) demonstrating hiscommitment to his country.

Arthur had a long and dedicated working career. He began working at FrangellaBros. in Ravena from 1951 to 1955. He then worked as a painter at Grumman/Olsonin Athens from 1955 until the plant closed in 1981. Following that, he workedat KAZ in Hudson from 1982 until his retirement in 1998.

Throughout his life, Arthur was active in local sportsman and outdoor organizations.He was a member of the Athens Sportsman Club during the 1950s and later joinedthe Potic Mountain Archery Club from 1957 to 1960, where he enjoyed archery andthe camaraderie of fellow outdoorsmen. He also enjoyed hunting and spendingtime outdoors. Arthur took great pride in his home and the life he built in thecommunity where he was born and raised.

Arthur also devoted many years of service to his community as a member of theW. H. Morton Volunteer Fire Department from 1968 to 1985. His time with thedepartment reflected his dedication to helping others and protecting thecommunity he loved.

He will be remembered for his strong work ethic, sense of responsibility, andlifelong connection to Athens.

Arthur is survived by his children, Arthur (Tina) Kisselburg Jr., Bonnie VanWie, Mary Lou Kisselburg, and Lori (Ray) Williams; his grandchildren, MeganBratton, Kayla Sheil, Carleen Moore, Brittany Williams, Brandon Williams, HopeWilliams, and Adriana Risch; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces andnephews.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 56 years, Mary (Craw) Kisselburg; hisdaughter, Wendy Risch; and his sisters, Madeline “Maggy” Kohler, Pauline (Phil)Mateer, and Lois (George) Kusisto.

Calling hours will be held Thursday, March 12, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at W.C.Brady’s Sons Funeral Home in Coxsackie. Burial will follow immediatelyafterward at Athens Rural Cemetery on Olivett Lane in Athens.

Following the services, family and friends are invited to gather at the AthensFire House on Third Street.

Arthur P. “Kip” Kisselburg, Sr. will be deeply missed by his family, friends,and the Athens community he proudly called home.

To leave condolences for the family please visit the tribute wall at https://www.richardsfuneralhomeinc.net.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Brady Funeral Home in Coxsackie.