Obituary Listings

Eric S. David

Eric S. David

Apr 10, 2024

DOLGEVILLE - Eric S. David, 66, of Dolgeville, NY, passed away unexpectedly, on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, leaving behind a trail of laughter and heartfelt memories. Eric was born on December 24, 1957, to Parents, Harry and Helen David, in the city of Rahway, NJ. Eric graduated from Metuchen High School, in 1976. Eric met his wife Jill through mutual...

Fred Lewis Foster

Fred Lewis Foster

Apr 8, 2024

NORTH CAROLINA - Fred Lewis Foster, Jr., age 81, passed into the hands of the Lord on Monday, April 8th, 2024, at his home in Mocksville, NC after his battle with Alzheimer’s. He was surrounded by his family’s love from both near and far. Born and raised in Maine, he lived in several towns and split time between his grandparents’...

Patricia A. (Nelson) Doxtader

Patricia A. (Nelson) Doxtader

Apr 6, 2024

HERKIMER, NY – Patricia A. (Nelson) Doxtader was born at St. Joseph’s Hospital on August 12, 1953, in Lowell, MA, daughter of the late William and Elaine M. (Horman) Nelson. She attended St. Michael School in Lowell, MA, followed by Lowell High School. She graduated with her L.P.N. from Lowell Trade High School Practical Nurse Program, in 1973. She worked...

Congetta M. Smith

Congetta M. Smith

Apr 6, 2024

EAST HERKIMER – Mrs. Congetta M. Smith, age 93, and a longtime resident of East Herkimer, New York, passed away on April 6, 2024, at Wynn Hospital, in Utica, where she received loving care. She was born on September 9, 1930, in Little Falls, New York, a daughter of the late Valentino and Mary (Malagisi) Natarelli. She received her education...

Charles Augustus Francesco, Jr.

Charles Augustus Francesco, Jr.

Apr 6, 2024

LITTLE FALLS – Mr. Charles Augustus Francesco, Jr., age 87, of 345 Gun Club Road in Little Falls, passed away on April 6, 2024 at his home, with his family by his side. He spent his life, from childhood to retirement, as a dairy farmer. He was the son of the late Charles and Mattie (Lehman) Francesco. On September 12,...

Maureen C. Derocco

Maureen C. Derocco

Apr 5, 2024

ILION – Mrs. Maureen C. DeRocco, 84, of Otsego Street, passed away peacefully, on April 5, 2024, at Little Falls Hospital. She was born on March 25, 1940, in Sugar Notch, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late John and Beatrice (Harkins) Dougherty. Following her education, she worked at General Electric, in Utica, as a secretary. Through the years she had...

Stephen R. Jones

Stephen R. Jones

Apr 4, 2024

HERKIMER – Mr. Stephen R. Jones, age 67, a Garden Lane, Herkimer resident, passed away with devoted love at his side, on April 4, 2024, at his home. He was born on October 18, 1956, in Utica, New York, a son of the late Robert and Barbara (Miller) Jones. He graduated from Herkimer High School in 1974. He went on...

Katherine (Kay) Ann Ciletti

Katherine (Kay) Ann Ciletti

Apr 4, 2024

ILION – Katherine (Kay) Ann Ciletti welcomed God's loving embrace on April 4, 2024, at the age of 77. She was born on July 28, 1946, in Ilion, NY, the daughter of Benjamin and Etta (Hall) Mroz, who are looking down from heaven and proud of the life she built and the way that she loved her family, her friends...

Matthew W. Damon

Matthew W. Damon

Apr 3, 2024

PUTNAM COUNTY – Mr. Matthew W. Damon, age 39, passed away unexpectedly, on April 3, 2024, at his residence, in the Town of Greenport, New York, Columbia County, thence being transferred to Ellis Hospital, Schenectady. He was born on June 6, 1984, in Carmel, New York, a son of Gerald M. Damon and Lila L. (Smith) Blazek. Matt graduated and...

John Merritt Ammermann

John Merritt Ammermann

Apr 3, 2024

With heavy hearts, the family of John Merritt Ammermann, age 78, announces his passing on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. His passing occurred in the privacy and comfort of his home. John was born on November 17, 1945, in Margaretville, NY, to the late Gloria and John Ammermann. Shortly after graduating high school, John traveled to Mohawk where he met the...

Ashley Elizabeth Bennink

Ashley Elizabeth Bennink

Apr 2, 2024

Ashley Elizabeth Bennink, 35, passed away on April 2, 2024 in Syracuse, NY with her mother, Cindy, by her side. She was born in Huntsville, Alabama on October 25, 1988, and spent most of her life in New York State and Oregon. Ashley was a special spirit who thrived despite her disabilities. She received her high school diploma from South...

Patricia A. Hook

Patricia A. Hook

Mar 31, 2024

BARNEVELD – Patricia A. Hook, 83, passed away peacefully, on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, at the home of her daughter, with her loving family at her side. She was born on April 23, 1940, in Gloversville, a daughter of the late Lwellyn and Catherine (Dominick) Jenkins. She became a teacher, via her studies at Utica College of Syracuse University....

Christopher G. Pattison

Christopher G. Pattison

Mar 27, 2024

Mr. Christopher G. Pattison, age 71, passed away unexpectedly on March 27, 2024 in the privacy and comfort of his home. Born in Babington, England on March 20, 1953, Christopher was the son of the late John and Doreen (Nolan) Pattison. He spent his formative years in England and on October 13, 1979, Christopher was wed to the former Lynn...

Stephen W. Duesler

Stephen W. Duesler

Mar 27, 2024

Mr. Stephen W. Duesler, age 54, passed away unexpectedly on March 27, 2024 at his residence in the Town of Manheim. Born on January 31, 1970, Stephen is the son of Rodney and Barbara (Bayzon) duesler. He was raised and educated locally and attended St. Johnsville schools. He worked as a foreman in the construction industry and was currently employed...

Lyle David Aney

Lyle David Aney

Mar 25, 2024

MOHAWK – Mr. Lyle D. Aney, age 85, passed away on the morning of Monday, March 25, 2024, after a brief illness. He was surrounded by the love of his family, as he made his earthly departure. Lyle was born on October 14,1938, in Herkimer, New York, a son of the late Duane and Edna (Farber) Aney. He had many...

Lonnie T. Kroll

Lonnie T. Kroll

Mar 23, 2024

FRANKFORT-SCHUYLER – Lonnie T. Kroll, age 63, of State Route 5, Frankfort, passed away unexpectedly, on Saturday afternoon, March 23, 2024, at his home. He was born on October 18, 1960, in Utica, New York, the son of the late Thomas and Beatrice (Franklin) Kroll and attended UFA. Lonnie was employed in assembly and packaging with CABVI for many years....

William "Bill" (Birchy) T. Birch

William "Bill" (Birchy) T. Birch

Mar 22, 2024

FRANKFORT – William “Bill” (Birchy) T. Birch, age 75, of Fourth Ave. Ext., Frankfort, passed away, on Friday, March 22, 2024. He was born on December 28, 1948, in White Plains, NY, the son of Thomas William Birch and Nora Kathleen (Hudson) Birch and graduated from White Plains High School. Bill married Patricia “Patty” (Jaws) K. Olbrich, on St. Patrick’s...

Elizabeth (Betsy) (Glajch) Malavet

Elizabeth (Betsy) (Glajch) Malavet

Mar 21, 2024

VAN HORNESVILLE - Elizabeth (Betsy) (Glajch) Malavet, 68, of Van Hornesville, NY passed away peacefully, at her home, Thursday, March 21, 2024, surrounded by her favorite animals. A resident of Central New York for the last few years, she was born in Buffalo, NY, on December 30, 1955. She was one of four children of Lillian and the late Joseph...

David C. Thompson

David C. Thompson

Mar 21, 2024

Mr. David C. Thompson, age 88, currently of St. Johnsville and formerly of Gloversville, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2024 at the St. Johnsville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center where he has been a resident these past seven years. Born in Fanwood, NJ on May 8, 1935, David was the son of the late Hugh and Corliss Thompson. He received...

William J. "Bill" Case Ii

William J. "Bill" Case Ii

Mar 20, 2024

ILION - Mr. William J. “Bill” Case, II, 85, of London Towers, passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Rome Memorial Hospital. He was born on March 5, 1939, in East Herkimer, New York, a son to William J. Case, I and Bertha (Lonis) Case. William was predeceased in death by his parents, William and Bertha; a daughter,...