Alex J. Panos

Alex James Panos, a devoted husband, minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and friend, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2026, at ArchCare at Ferncliff in Rhinebeck, NY, at the age of 90. He was born on May 24, 1936, in Brooklyn, NY, son of the late James and Elli (Economou) Panos.

While growing up in New York City, Alex was named to the All-City Basketball Team as a High School player and received a full scholarship to NYU. An injury in his freshman year ended his basketball career and his scholarship.

Alex later entered military service in the United States Air Force in 1958 and was sent to Yale University to learn Chinese. After leaving the Armed Forces, Alex worked for the New York City Parks & Recreation Department ministering to teens and young adults before moving to the Hudson Valley.

He was Ordained with the Independent Assembly of God Church – Alex served as pastor, educator and bible teacher at Lomontville Assembly of God, the Hudson Valley Bible Institute, Woman’s A Glow Ministries, Tres Dias Ministries and the Pilgrim Holiness Church in Stone Ridge New York. Alex was the author of “Pastors Corner”; first volume published in 2009 and second volume in 2026 - written for ordinary believers navigating life’s journey, it includes reflections on faith, scripture, prayer, humility, transformation, and trust.

Alex leaves behind his beloved wife Susan Panos whom he provided home care for during the past two years and Susan’s God daughter Kristine Papa and husband Peter.

Arrangements entrusted to Keyser Funeral & Cremation Service, 326 Albany Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401, where family and friends may visit on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 12pm to 2pm with the funeral service taking place at 12:30pm. A graveside burial service will take place at 2:30pm at Fairview Cemetery, Stone Ridge, NY.