Delfim Heusler
By Dan Murphy
I was surprised when I heard the news that Delfim Heusler had passed away over the weekend of Aug. 8-10, 2025 at the age of 53.
I was friends with Del for almost 30 years. We go back to the days of Publisher Ralph Martinelli and the Yonkers Home News & Times in the 1990’s.
More recently, Del ran a website, Yonkers Insider, which was a down-the-middle newsite for people interested in Yonkers and Westchester.
I was in contact with Del every day. He kept me informed about what the blogosphere was up to. Before the Elections, we would gather and make our predictions.
He loved politics and was knowledgeable about almost every political figure in Westchester. There were very few people in Westchester who knew every elected official, what community they represented, and how many signatures they had to get to be on the ballot. Delfim has some serious knowledge about Westchester politics, and over the years, he build a list of contacts and connections that helped him get information before others.
That is why it was good to hear Mayor Spano, County Executive Jenkins, and DA Cacace offer their condolences.
“He was a local blogger who loved Yonkers and wanted to make a difference through his storytelling. Rest in Peace, Delfim Heusler, Founder of Yonkers Insider,” said Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano.
“Westchester County is saddened by the passing of Delfim Heusler, publisher of the Yonkers Insider, an online publication that has covered news in Yonkers and Westchester County for over 21 years. Delfim was committed to keeping residents informed, providing consistent coverage of local government, community events, and issues that mattered most to his readers. His dedication to transparency and public access to information made him a trusted voice in Yonkers and beyond,” said Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins.
“On behalf of Westchester County, I extend my deepest condolences to Heusler’s family, friends, and colleagues. His work had a profound impact on our community, and his legacy will endure through the many people and stories he touched,” said Westchester District Attorney Susan Cacace.
Del would have appreciated these kind words from the political leaders of Westchester. And anyone who knew Del at the end of his life knew that he was happy, and enjoying his life and coverage of Yonkers and Westchester.
The best post on Facebook that sums up Del, and my feelings on his loss, comes from my friend Matt Richter, who wrote. “I am so sad to hear of the passing of Delfim Heusler. Del was a remarkably kind and gentle man.
“We texted at least 4 or 5 days every week, and I always felt uplifted from his messages. Del has run a modest but earnest politics blog focused on the City of Yonkers for a long time.
“Several years ago, I suggested he start selling advertising on his blog, and over the following weeks, we talked about how that would work. He tackled the advertising model, and he was so happy with the response he got.
“He would let me know about every new client he signed and when he got a check.”
“I am so proud of all that Delfim accomplished in his too-short life. He had long odds against him, but he overcame all the challenges and contributed mightily, in his way, to Yonkers and Westchester County politics.”
“This is a picture following a haircut a few weeks ago. He always texted me pics after a fresh haircut.”
“God bless Delfim. Reunited with your Mom and Dad. RIP, my friend. I will miss you a lot.” Wrote Richter.
No news yet on a service for Delfim Heusler.
