Obituary Listings

Edeltraut E. Salewski

Edeltraut E. Salewski

Mar 2, 2024

HERKIMER – Mrs. Edeltraut E. Salewski, 95, passed away peacefully, on March 2, 2024, at Masonic Care Community, Utica, New York. She was born on August 6, 1928, in Danzig, Germany, a daughter of the late Gustav F. and Ida J. (Koschnik) Schroeder. She was married to H. Otto Salewski in 1953. They came to the United States in 1956...

Patricia B. Truax

Patricia B. Truax

Mar 2, 2024

SCHUYLER – Mrs. Patricia B. Truax, 69, of Utica, NY, passed away Saturday morning, March 2, 2024, after a brief battle with illness, at the Wynn Hospital, Utica, surrounded with love from her husband and daughters, always by her side. She was born in Herkimer, New York, on April 18,1954, daughter to the late Francis and Doris (Kanaley) Barry. She...

Pamela J. Marshall

Pamela J. Marshall

Mar 1, 2024

Ms. Pamela J. Marshall, age 73, of the Town of Fairfield, passed away unexpectedly on March 1, 2024 in the privacy and comfort of her home. Born in Swanton, Vermont on October 29, 1950, Pamela was the daughter of the late James and Rita Scott. Her career was spent with Herkimer County where she worked in Accounting and Child Protective...

Joseph P. "Joe" Licari

Joseph P. "Joe" Licari

Feb 28, 2024

FRANKFORT – Mr. Joseph P. “Joe” Licari, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on February 28, 2024 in the privacy and comfort of his home. Born in Ilion Hospital on September 20, 1951, Joseph was the son of the late Baldassi “Ben” and Gladys (Wood) Licari. He was raised and educated in Frankfort, graduating with the Class of 1970. He then...

Valyrie A. Rhodes

Valyrie A. Rhodes

Feb 28, 2024

Ms. Valyrie A. Rhodes, AKA Rita Hayworth, passed away unexpectedly on February 28, 2024 in the privacy and comfort of her home. Born in Rhode Island on January 9, 1957, Valyrie was the daughter of the late Thomas and Bertha (Ash) Rhodes. She was an eclectic person who enjoyed her home and her privacy. There will be no formal funeral...

Gary P. Reinhardt

Gary P. Reinhardt

Feb 23, 2024

FRANKFORT - Mr. Gary P. Reinhardt, 77, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 23, 2024 at the Wynn Hospital in Utica, New York. Born on July 15, 1946, Gary, son of the late Albert and Myrtle (Peters) Reinhardt, was the seventh of eight children. A lifelong resident of the Mohawk Valley, Gary was raised and educated in Whitesboro and served...

June Slabe

June Slabe

Feb 23, 2024

MOHAWK - June Slabe, 87, of Mohawk, passed away suddenly, at Wynn Hospital, on Friday, February 23, 2024. June was born June Marie Siver in the Town of Salisbury Center, daughter of the late Clifford “Asa” and Jennie (Bullock) Siver, as one of six children. At a young age, June met the love of her life, Edward Slabe, and married...

Beverly Ann Seaman

Beverly Ann Seaman

Feb 20, 2024

GLENS FALLS – Beverly Ann Seaman, age 81, of Fort Edward, NY, passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Glens Falls Hospital. She was born on June 1, 1942, in Ilion, the daughter of Gordon and Edith (McMillan) Seaman. She graduated from Annunciation Catholic School and Ilion High School, class of 1961. Bev was employed in the Engineering...

Ryan Taylor

Ryan Taylor

Feb 19, 2024

Dear Friends and Family, NEWPORT – As his father, (Donald Taylor), it is my unfortunate duty to inform you of the passing of my most precious son, Ryan Taylor, of Newport, New York, on February 19, 2024. He was born on July 9, 1992. Ryan is survived by his wonderful mother, Karen Lowery Johnson; his father, Donald Taylor; His extraordinary...

Joann Primeau

Joann Primeau

Feb 17, 2024

Joann Primeau, age 62, of the Town of Warren, passed away on February 17, 2024 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown. Born on December 22, 1961, Joann was the daughter of the late Douglas and Janet (Powers) Primeau. She leaves behind her brother, Tracey Primeau, and family. There will be no formal services. Cremation arrangement were entrusted to the Enea,...

Thomas F. Groom

Thomas F. Groom

Feb 16, 2024

ILION - Mr. Thomas F. Groom, 74, of East North Street, passed away on February 16, 2024 at his home, with loving family at his side. He was born on April 18, 1949, in Herkimer, New York and was a graduate of Herkimer High School. He was united in marriage to the former Dawn Zukowski and was last employed with...

Robert "Tiny" Lane

Robert "Tiny" Lane

Feb 16, 2024

ILION – Known by everyone as a kind man with a huge heart, Robert E. Lane joined his heavenly father on February 16, 2024. He cared about everyone and would love that persona and sentiment to live on through all of us. He was born on July 30, 1955, in Herkimer, the son of Clifford J. and Mildred (Forlano) Lane....

Linda R. Burton

Linda R. Burton

Feb 15, 2024

ILION – Linda R. Burton, 77, of West River Street, Ilion, passed away, February 15, 2024, in Herkimer, New York. She was born November 21, 1946, in Herkimer, New York, the daughter of George and Sarah (McCloskey) Howard. She attended local schools and worked at Brian’s Deli and Quackenbush, in Herkimer. She loved sports and the Turning Stone. Linda was...

Roy Scott Waldron

Roy Scott Waldron

Feb 15, 2024

FRANKFORT – Roy Scott Waldron, age 59, of Ferguson Road, passed away peacefully, at home, on Thursday morning, February 15, 2024, with his loving wife, Sandy and family, by his side. He was born on January 9, 1965, in Ilion, the son of Joseph and Shirley (Truax) Waldron. Roy attended Ilion schools. He was a Veteran of our country, serving...

Rose Mary Kane

Rose Mary Kane

Feb 15, 2024

MOHAWK – Rose Mary Kane, age 98, formerly of Warren Rd., Mohawk, passed away peacefully in her sleep, on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at 2:30 am at the Masonic Care Community, in Utica, NY. She was born on January 16, 1926, in Ilion, the daughter of Glenn and Bertha (McCarthy) Shedd. Rose Mary was a graduate of Mohawk High School,...

Dominick J. Bellino Sr.

Dominick J. Bellino Sr.

Feb 14, 2024

FRANKFORT- Mr. Dominick J. "Hafey" Bellino, Sr., age 72, a lifelong Frankfort resident, passed away unexpectedly early Wednesday morning, February 14, 2024, in the privacy and comfort of his home. His passing leaves a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and community. Born on April 24, 1951, Dominick was the son of the late Charles and Rose (DiGristina)...

Barbra Ann Urich

Barbra Ann Urich

Feb 13, 2024

MOHAWK - Barbra Ann Urich, 51, of Ballston Lake, passed away unexpectedly, Feb 13, 2024, at Saratoga Hospital. Barb was born On April 28, 1972. the youngest child of the late Charles Ray and Donna (Kiddney) Ray, in Ilion, the last of three daughters to her parents. Those two sisters Andrea and Sandy became a cornerstone of Barb’s life. Barb...

Bruce G. Zahniser

Bruce G. Zahniser

Feb 12, 2024

FRANKFORT - Bruce G. Zahniser, of Frankfort, New York, passed peacefully away, on Monday, February 12, 2024, at his home, with his loved ones. He certainly had many of those with 3 siblings, Jeff, of Mohawk, Laura, of Ilion and Leigh, of Florida and was predeceased by a fourth sibling, Karen, of Idaho. In addition to his wife of 57...

Melissa Janine Loomis

Melissa Janine Loomis

Feb 11, 2024

LITTLE FALLS – Melissa Janine Loomis, age 53, passed away on February 11, 2024, in the privacy of her home after a lengthy battle with multiple illnesses. Born on November 4, 1970, Melissa was the daughter of the late Larry Hall and Barbara (Balderston) Hall. She was raised and educated in Dolgeville, graduating with the Dolgeville High School Class of...

Jeff Nelson

Jeff Nelson

Feb 9, 2024

FRANKFORT – Jeff Nelson, 56, of Frankfort, passed away on Friday, February 9, 2024, from a brief illness. He was born and raised in New Hartford, New York, on September 25, 1967, to Jack and Mary Ellen Nelson. Jeff leaves behind his wife and best friend, Elizabeth (Liz). They were married for 27 years. He also leaves behind the pride...