Regina McVay, 92, of Hancock, NY, died on Thursday, October 5, 2017, at home after an illness. Regina was born on July 16, 1925 in Far Rockaway, NY, the daughter of John and Gertrude (Koch) McVay. She was raised in Rockaway Beach and as a child she spent her time beach combing and swimming at the beach. Regina developed a interest in a wide variety of sports, including playing baseball, skiing, and handball. After graduation from Far Rockaway High School, Regina got a job at Western Union serving first as an operator, then supervisor, and finally as a secretary for management. After 31 years of commuting to downtown NYC, Regina decided that she was tired of city living. In 1976, she purchased a house in Hancock and moved to the area with her mother. In Hancock, she became a member of St. Pauls Church. She served on the election board, working as an inspector for 8 years. Regina was also a member on the Hancock Rescue Squad for 10 years, a board member of the Hanford Mills Museum, a member of the Hancock Senior Citizens Club, and can be remembered for her involvement in the Shehawken Historical Association. In 2000 she was presented the Senior Citizen of the Year Award by the Delaware Co. Senior Council, an award that goes to a person that exemplifies the positive qualities of being an older citizen. Even though back pain slowed her down, it didn't prevent Regina from cross-country skiing, zip lining at 88 and playing badminton on her 90th birthday.Surviving are her cousin, Margaret H. Elliott, and several second cousins and their families. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, October 8, 2017 from 4PM-7PM at the Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel, Hancock. A funeral mass will be held on Monday, October 9, 2017 at 10:30AM at St. Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, Hancock. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Town of Hancock Ambulance, P.O. Box 733 , Hancock, NY 13783.Arrangements by Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel, Hancock. SERVICES Calling Hours Sunday, October 8, 2017 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel 29 EAST MAIN STREET HANCOCK, New York 13783 Mass Monday, October 9, 2017 10:30 AM St. Paul's Church 346 W. Main St Hancock, NY 13783