William Hilary Hogencamp, Sr. of Chatham NY, died at Barnwell Nursing Home, on July 25, 2009, at the age of 87.   He is survived by his wife of over 60 years, 5 adult children and their spouses, 4 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, and 2 sisters.  He will also be missed by his 15 nieces and nephews, their children and many surviving cousins.   William was born in Boston, served in the army during WWII, and spent most of his life in New England, living in Chatham since 1967.  He loved hunting, boating, puttering with his cameras and cooking. To those that knew him, he will be remembered as a storyteller, for his sweet tooth, his sense of humor, and his amazing collection of clutter.   For those who wish to pay their respects, a funeral mass will be held for his cremated remains on August 11, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the St. James church in Chatham.  An Irish wake will follow in Schodack – details may be found at the French, Gifford, Preiter & Blasl website, www.frenchblasl.com. To everything there is a season... In lieu of flowers those that wish to may make a contribution to the Salvation Army in William's memory.       Directions for church and gathering   The St. James Catholic church is located at the intersection of Rt. 66 and Rt. 203 in the Village of Chatham NY.    All are invited to an Irish wake immediately after the service, at the home of Jeffrey Chamberlain and Mary Hogencamp, 105 Rohloff Rd., Nassau, NY  12123.   From the church, drive west on Rt. 203 to Valatie (about 6 miles).  At Valatie, turn left onto Main Street and go one block – take a right onto Rt. 9 North.  Follow Rt. 9 about 10 miles to the intersection of Rt. 9 and Rt. 20.  Go right on Rt. 20 (east, toward Nassau) about 1 mile, taking the first left onto Beaver Rd. Go about 1 mile and take the first right onto Rohloff Rd. – our house is ¼ mile down on the right – a large white colonial with #105 on the mailbox and on the house.   Contact Information: Mary Hogencamp  (518) 477-2472  Email: centaur@flsa.com