Donald Robert Ellsworth

Donald Ellsworth, 62, of Kingston, NY, passed away Monday, March 30, 2026 at home. He was born on April 10, 1963 in Kingston, NY, son of the late Donald and Janet (Cable) Ellsworth.

He was a Kingston High School Graduate; Class of 1981 and he later received an Associate's Degree from SUNY Ulster. Donald first worked for MetLife Insurance and later became a self-employed Painter and Carpenter. He enjoyed cruising on the Hudson River and was a proud member of the Kingston Power Boat Association where he would often help other members with their boats. Donald was an outdoor enthusiast, enjoyed fishing, and especially liked hiking North South Lake in Tannersville, NY. He was an avid fan of the Jets, Yankees, and Mets.

Donald is survived by his daughter, Amanda Brinkman of Massachusetts, his sisters, Donna Conner of Stuart, FL, and Dorinda Sperry and her husband Donald of Ft. Pierce, FL, his step father, Willis Eaton of Ft. Pierce, FL, his close friends, William Dederick of Kingston and Don Bujak of Kingston, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was a loving father to his adopted daughter, Jade Williams. He was a kind and loyal friend. In addition to his parents, Donald is predeceased by his brother, David Ellsworth

A celebration of life will be held Friday April 10, 2026 at Frank Guidos Little Italy's, 14 Thomas Street Kingston, NY. A tribute for Donald can be found at www.KeyserFuneralService.com, where you may leave memories and expressions of sympathy for his family.