Obituary Listings
Peter H. Bunn
Aug 11, 2024
HERKIMER - Peter H. Bunn, 81, of Herkimer, NY, passed away peacefully, on August 11, 2024. He was a beloved father, grandfather, sibling and friend, whose presence will be profoundly missed. Born on April 25, 1943, in Utica NY, Peter H. Bunn was known for his passion for his classic cars, his dogs and his love for his family. He...
James Robert Steacy
Aug 9, 2024
NEW BERLIN – James Robert Steacy, of New Berlin, passed away unexpectedly, on Friday, August 9, 2024, at the age of 67. He was born on November 30, 1956, in Ilion, NY, to George and Marion Steacy. He was raised and educated locally and attended Ilion schools. Jim went on to serve his country in the Army National Guard. He...
Wendelyn Joy Tallman
Aug 9, 2024
LITTLE FALLS - Wendelyn Joy Tallman, of Little Falls, NY, passed away in her home, on Friday, August 9, 2024, at the age of 81, with her two daughters by her side. Wendy Bug was the middle child of five, born to Wendell and Flossie Cool, of Salisbury Center, NY. Wendy is predeceased by her loving companion and partner of...
Fred R. "Bull Whip" Griffin
Aug 7, 2024
ILION – Mr. Fred R. “Bull Whip” Griffin, 75, of London Towers, passed away, on August 7, 2024, at his residence, of natural causes. He was born on December 10, 1948, in Herkimer, New York, a son of the late Leon Griffin and Mae Miller Griffin Osborn and stepfather, Donald “Don” Osborn. He attended school in Richfield Springs and Ilion...
Austin J. Bartlett, Jr.
Aug 7, 2024
ROME – Mr. Austin J. Bartlett, Jr., 47, a current resident of Little Falls, New York, passed away suddenly and peacefully at his home, on August 7, 2024, as a result of natural causes. He was born on October 25,1976, in Rome, New York, a son of the late Austin J., Sr. and Gloria May Trachsel Bartlett. Austin was disabled,...
Richard G. Gaydos
Aug 4, 2024
FORT PLAIN - Richard G. Gaydos, of Fort Plain, NY, passed away, on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at the age of 85. Richard was born in Mineola, NY, on March 14, 1939. Richard was a U.S. Navy veteran and an avid revolutionary war reenactor. He had a profound appreciation for history and enjoyed sharing his knowledge with others. Survivors include...
Ruth Ellen Piper Gorski
Aug 3, 2024
EAST HERKIMER - Ruth Ellen Piper Gorski, age 95, of East Herkimer, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the Presbyterian Home, New Hartford. Ruth was born on February 9, 1929, in Ithaca, NY, daughter of Merton and Frances Piper. Ruth attended High School in Ilion and was a proud majorette. Her marriage to Paul J Gorski took...
Howard E. Decarr
Aug 2, 2024
SALISBURY – Howard E. DeCarr, age 78, beloved brother and uncle, passed away unexpectedly on Friday morning, August 2, 2024. His passing occurred in the privacy and comfort of his home. Born in Herkimer on June 10, 1946, Howard was the son of the late Roderick T. and Izetta M. (Murphy) DeCarr. He was raised and educated locally and attended...
Kurt H. Florian, Jr.
Aug 2, 2024
LITTLE FALLS – Kurt H. Florian, Jr., 77, passed away in the comfort of his home, Town of Fairfield, New York, on August 2, 2024, with his loving family at his side. He was born on August 21, 1946, in Little Falls, New York, eldest son of the late Kurt H., Sr. and Thelma H. (Miller) Florian. Kurt honorably served...
Ralph David Gigliotti
Aug 1, 2024
UTICA - Ralph David Gigliotti, known affectionately as David, passed away on August 1, 2024, at the age of 73, in his hometown of Utica, New York. Born on August 17, 1950, also in Utica, he was a cherished son, brother, uncle and friend. David led a life marked by kindness, empathy and a deep love for his family. He...
Barbara R. Tomlinson
Jul 30, 2024
Barbara R. Tomlinson, 85, passed away peacefully at home with her family on July 30, 2024. She was born in Malone, NY on December 29, 1938, the daughter of Clarence and Mary Roundy. She graduated from Stockbridge Valley Central Schools. Barbara married her husband, Melvin, on April 20, 1957, and had four daughters (her girls). She worked at Kraft Foods...
Keith "Kotchie" Walter Johns
Jul 28, 2024
LITTLE FALLS - Keith “Kotchie” Walter Johns passed away unexpectedly, on July 28, 2024. He was born on September 5, 1972, in Little Falls, New York, son of Katherine and Barry Johns. He attended Little Falls High School where he was on the wrestling team, the start of the Johns brothers’ presence on the Mountie mats. He graduated in the...
Daniel M. Hickey
Jul 28, 2024
LITTLE FALLS - Daniel M. Hickey, age 90, died July 28, 2024, in Utica, NY, due to complications from a stroke. Dan was born on October 8, 1933, to Daniel and Rosalie Hickey and grew up in the Hungry Hill section of Springfield, MA before graduating from Tech HS class of 1952. After serving in the Army Signal Corps, he...
Joseph L. Duffy
Jul 25, 2024
ILION – Joseph L. Duffy, age 91, of Jefferson St., Ilion, passed away peacefully, on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at his home, with his loving family by his side. He is reunited with his wife, Emilie, in their heavenly home. He was born on September 28, 1932, in Utica, the son of George and Gertrude (Garland) Duffy and graduated from...
Joseph Michael Velardi, "Vj"
Jul 19, 2024
FRANKFORT – Joseph Michael Velardi, “VJ”, age 44, passed away, on July 19, 2024, with his beloved family by his side, in Frankfort, New York. He fought the good fight until the last second. A quitter he never was. He was born on October 9, 1979, in the Town of New Hartford, New York, to parents Florence (Velardi) Burton and...
Larry R. Nellis
Jul 18, 2024
FORT PLAIN – Mr. Larry R. Nellis, age 67, of Palatine Church Road, Fort Plain, New York, passed away in the early morning of July 18, 2024, at Little Falls Hospital, after his fight with cancer, with his loving family by his side. Larry Nellis was the son of Daniel and Nihla (Fitzer) Nellis and was born on February 12,...
Nathan Lee Case
Jul 18, 2024
HERKIMER - Nathan Lee Case, 26, of Herkimer, left us for his eternal rest, unexpectedly, on July 18, 2024. Nathan was born on September 24, 1997, in Little Falls, NY, to Brandy (Rice) Edmunds. He grew up in Ilion and later Mohawk with his loving parents and his two little sisters. He attended Mohawk Central School, which became Central Valley...
Margaret J. Taylor
Jul 15, 2024
Margaret J. Taylor (Mrs. Margaret), age 93, a longtime resident of the Ilion area, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, July 15, 2024. Her passing occurred at the Sitrin Health Care Center where she has resided for the past few years. Margaret (Chamberlain) Taylor was born on December 27, 1930 in Buffalo, NY to Howard Chamberlain and Mathilda Reinecker, both...
Sgt. Jerry R. Licari
Jul 13, 2024
FRANKFORT - SGT. Jerry R. Licari, Ret. Village of Frankfort PD, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, July 13, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital in Utica. He was 77 years old. Born in Ilion on December 23, 1946, Jerry was the son of the late Jerry P. Licari and Helen (Bolicki) Licari. He was raised and educated in Frankfort, graduating...
Joseph (Joey) Collins
Jul 13, 2024
HERKIMER - Joseph (Joey) Collins, of Herkimer, passed away, July 13, 2024, after fighting a long illness, with never a complaint and he was always heard saying “there is always someone else worse off than I am." He was born in Utica, on August 16, 1968, to the late Etson and Linda (Keyes) Collins. He was joined in marriage to...
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