Obituary Listings

James Allen Mundorff

James Allen Mundorff

Dec 26, 2023

MOHAWK - James Allen Mundorff, 55, of Mohawk, NY, passed away unexpectedly, on December 26, 2023. James, or as most called him “Jim” was born on September 7, 1968, to Bruce and Edna Mundorff. Jim went on to obtain his bachelor’s degree from Syracuse University in construction management and continued to work in the construction field his entire life. No...

Donna Marie Patterson

Donna Marie Patterson

Dec 25, 2023

GLOVERSVILLE - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donna Marie Patterson, who passed away on December 25, 2023, at the age of 84, in Gloversville, New York. Donna Marie was born on June 11, 1939, in Little Falls, New York, to the late George and Ruth (Manclow) Patterson. She graduated from Fort Plain Central School. She later moved...

Wanda A. Farmer

Wanda A. Farmer

Dec 20, 2023

Ms. Wanda A. Farmer, a longtime Mohawk Valley resident, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, December 20, 2023, at Valley Health Services in Herkimer, where she has been a beloved resident these last few years. Born in Hopkinton, NY, Wanda was the daughter of the late Earl and Dora (Votra) Farmer. She was raised and educated in Hartford, CT before...

Paul T. Federico

Paul T. Federico

Dec 18, 2023

Mr. Paul T. Federico, age 93, currently of New Smyrna Beach, Florida and formerly of Little Falls, New York, passed away peacefully on Monday afternoon, December 18, 2023, with his loving family at his side. Born on November 26, 1930, Paul was the son of the late Thomas and Mary (DiNitto) Federico. He was raised and educated in Little Falls...

Phyllis Ann Izzo - Rozell

Phyllis Ann Izzo - Rozell

Dec 17, 2023

Phyllis Ann Izzo Rozell passed away on December 17, 2023, at Hospice House in Sarasota, Florida surrounded by her loving daughters and husband. She had been a resident of Brookdale Memory Care for the past 6 months. She was born on November 2, 1937, in Little Falls, NY and was preceded in death by her parents Arlene (Collis) and Warren...

Lori Gabriel Knapp

Lori Gabriel Knapp

Dec 16, 2023

FRANKFORT - Lori Gabriel Knapp broke on through to the other side, without fear or any regrets, on Saturday, December 16th, after a private and valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. Her devoted, compassionate husband John and loving sister Mary were by her side. She prayed the Rosary every day and was at peace. Lori was always running towards life and...

Bernard Dale Vanhatten

Bernard Dale Vanhatten

Dec 15, 2023

ILION - Bernard Dale VanHatten, 75, of Ilion, passed away unexpectedly, on Friday, December 15, 2023, at Wynn Hospital, in Utica. He was born on September 22, 1948, in Utica, NY, a son of the late Bernard and Anna (Dunn) VanHatten. He was a 1966 graduate of Whitesboro Central Schools. On February 6, 1970, at the Annunciation Church in Ilion,...

Martin Vincent Benedict, Sr.

Martin Vincent Benedict, Sr.

Dec 11, 2023

HERKIMER - Martin Vincent (Marty, Papa) Benedict, Sr., of 315 Marion Street, Herkimer, New York, passed away peacefully, on Monday, December 11, 2023, at Bassett Medical Center, in Cooperstown, with his loving wife of 39 years, Nadine, by his side when he went to be with the Lord. Marty was born in Herkimer on January 26, 1955 to the late...

Paul Kucerak, Iii

Paul Kucerak, Iii

Dec 11, 2023

HERKIMER - Mr. Paul Kucerak III passed away peacefully in his home, in Herkimer, at the age of 93, on December 11, 2023. Paul was born on February 16, 1930, in Yonkers, New York, the son of the late Paul and Anna (Duga) Kucerak. Paul III grew up on his parents’ dairy farm in Jordanville. He graduated from Owen D....

Richard Joseph Monohan

Richard Joseph Monohan

Dec 10, 2023

HERKIMER – Mr. Richard Joseph Monohan, 95, a longtime resident of the Village of Mohawk, passed away on December 10, 2023, at Valley Health Services where he has lived for the past six years. Richard was born on July 29, 1928, in Indianapolis, Indiana, a son of the late Christopher and Blanche (Getman) Monohan. His education was received in Oneida...

Gerald E. Countryman

Gerald E. Countryman

Dec 9, 2023

Gerald "Jerry" E. Countryman, 85, of Sebastian, Florida, passed away on December 8, 2023. He was born on June 30, 1938, in St. Johnsville, NY. Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Jean E. Countryman, and his children Janette Countryman (Quinn Sykes), Dr. Jacqueline Countryman (Robert A. Brenner), Janice Countryman (Dan Gomez), Jeri Countryman (Kevin Walsh), as well as his...

Vincent S. "Vin" Maneen

Vincent S. "Vin" Maneen

Dec 8, 2023

WHITESBORO/FRANKFORT – Mr. Vincent S. “Vin” Maneen, age 68, left this world on Friday afternoon, December 8, 2023, at Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, after a brave and prolonged battle with Antiphospholipid Syndrome. Throughout his illness and passing he had the constant love and support of his beloved family and friends at his side. Born in Ilion on September 26,...

Gary Lee Barnes

Gary Lee Barnes

Dec 7, 2023

Mr. Gary Lee Barnes, age 66, passed away peacefully on Thursday afternoon, December 7, 2023, following a series of health issues he has faced over the last few years. Born on August 16, 1957 in Ballston Spa, Gary was the son of the late George F. Barnes, Sr. and Betty J. (Hayes) Barnes. His childhood, which he never actually outgrew,...

Michael James Peter Mahl

Michael James Peter Mahl

Dec 7, 2023

Michael James Peter Mahl (Mike, Mahly) age 31, originally from Sauquoit resided recently between Fort Ann, NY and Frankfort, NY, sadly, left us on December 7th, 2023. Mike was born on February 5th, 1992, at St Lukes Hospital in New Hartford NY. A son to the families of Patti and Adam Coffin, Michael and Reta Mahl. Mike was starting an...

George J. Amendolare, Sr.

George J. Amendolare, Sr.

Dec 7, 2023

ILION – Mr. George J. Amendolare, Sr., 77, of 100 West Main Street, Ilion, passed away December 7, 2023, at Wynn Hospital. He was born on November 5, 1946, in Ilion, New York, a son of the late Charles and Angeline (Internicola) Amendolare and attended Frankfort schools. He was married to Judith A. (Mower-Elthorp) Amendolare. He worked as a custodian...

Earl T. Mannion

Earl T. Mannion

Dec 7, 2023

HERKIMER – Mr. Earl Thomas Mannion, age 77, passed away peacefully on Thursday afternoon, December 7, 2023, after a brief illness. His family takes comfort in knowing he is once again reunited with his beloved wife, Barbara. Born on June 18, 1946, Earl was the son of the late James R. Mannion and Jean (Bernhardt) Zonnevylle. He was raised and...

Gordon W. Douglas, Sr.

Gordon W. Douglas, Sr.

Dec 5, 2023

LITTLE FALLS - Gordon W. Douglas, Sr. (Gordie), passed away on December 5, 2023, surrounded by his family, in the comfort of his son’s home. Gordon was born on November 3, 1932, to parents Burton Douglas and Julia (Dorothy) Kraus. He was a lifelong resident of Little Falls. He spent most of his youth as a “Southsider” where he attended...

Eduarda G. Pena

Eduarda G. Pena

Dec 5, 2023

NEWPORT –Eduarda G. Pena went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 5, 2023 at age 89. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at the Town of Norway Church (Norway Historical Society, 1067 Newport Gray Road, Newport, NY) on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 12 noon. She was an adored wife, mother,...

Dennis J. Laraway

Dennis J. Laraway

Dec 4, 2023

ST. JOHNSVILLE - Dennis J. Laraway, age 73, of St. Johnsville, NY, passed away from sudden heart complications, on Monday, December 4, 2023, at the Wynn Hospital. Dennis was born on August 24, 1950, in Little Falls, NY. He was the son of John “Jack” and Gloria “Georgie” (Corso) Laraway. He attended St. Johnsville High School and graduated with the...

Joseph Vespasiano

Joseph Vespasiano

Dec 1, 2023

LITTLE FALLS - Mr. Joseph Vespasiano passed away peacefully in his home, in Little Falls, at the age of 98, on December 1, 2023. Joe was born on July 31, 1925, in Little Falls, son of the late Anthony and Josephine (Lamonda) Vespasiano. In his early years, he was a proud resident of the South Side and could give anyone...