Obituary Listings
Sheryll D. Townsend
Jun 24, 2025
ILION - In Loving Memory - It is with great sadness that the family of Sheryll D.Townsend, announce her passing on June 24th, 2025, in Syracuse, New York, surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 86. Born in Ilion, New York, on January 21st, 1939, Sheryll was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Mary (Brooker) O’Connell. She...
Elyanna Marie Lagrange
Jun 24, 2025
LITTLE FALLS-Elyanna Marie LaGrange was born as a beautiful angel on June 24th, 2025, at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, NY to her parents Chelsey Frasier and Joseph LaGrange. Elyanna is survived by her parents as well as her loving big sister Jordyn. She is also survived by her Grandparents, Victoria Frasier, Judy Chrisman & Harold (Butch) LaGrange (Tammie). As...
James F. Small
Jun 22, 2025
EAST HERKIMER – James F. Small, age 87, of East Herkimer, passed away Sunday, June 22nd, 2025, at Folts-Brook Center, where he had resided. He was born on September 18th, 1937, in Utica, New York, the son of the late John Hans and Dorothy (Washburn) Small and graduated from Ilion Central High School. His educational journey began in Utica, went...
James M. Kowalczik
Jun 18, 2025
ILION - It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden and tragic passing of James (Jamie) M. Kowalczik, age 43, who died in a car accident on June 18, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Born in Utica on May 10, 1982, Jamie was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished friend, and all-around...
Christine (Joy) Vanhatten
Jun 17, 2025
ILION - Christine (Joy) VanHatten, 76, of Ilion, passed away unexpectedly, on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at The Grand, in Ilion. She was born on February 8, 1949, in Ilion, NY, the daughter of the late Lewis and Lucy (Urtz) Joy. She was a 1967 graduate of Ilion High School. On February 6, 1970, at the Annunciation Church in Ilion,...
Kendra Fay Story
Jun 13, 2025
Kendra Fay Story, 36, of Utica, NY, passed away peacefully at her home, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Born in Ilion, NY, to Wendy and Henry Wakefield, Kendra grew up with a deep love for family, a strong spirit, and a heart that never hesitated to give. Kendra’s passion for helping others was evident in...
Joyce A. Casale
Jun 7, 2025
MOHAWK - Joyce Casale, 90, of Mohawk passed away, at home, on June 7th, 2025, with her loving family by her side. Joyce was born on March 28th, 1935, to Rudolph and Minnie (Schulenberg) Schrader. She attended Herkimer High School, where she met her sweetheart and future husband, Anthony (Tony) Casale. Together, they shared almost 70 years of marriage built...
Brian Andrew Seelbach
Jun 6, 2025
ILION - Mr. Brian Andrew Seelbach, age 60, of Herkimer, New York, passed away on June 6th, 2025, at Abraham House in Utica, after a brief illness. Born on May 30, 1965, in Ilion, New York, Brian is the son of his parents, the late Robert and Rosalie (Miller) Seelbach. He was raised and educated locally and was employed by...
Jeanine M. Jacquays
Jun 2, 2025
ILION – Jeanine M. Jacquays, age 74, a longtime resident of Ilion, New York, passed away, Monday morning, June 2nd, 2025, at Wynn Hospital, Utica, after a brief illness with her loving family and friends always by her side. She was born January 31st, 1951, in Herkimer, New York, a daughter of the late Nelson and Virginia (Geer) Jacquays and...
Richard K. Burton
May 31, 2025
ILION - Richard Keith Burton, 64, of Ilion, New York, passed away unexpectedly on May 31st, 2025. Richard was born April 7th, 1961, in Ilion, NY, the son of Norma Burton-Forbes. Richard attended Frankfort-Schuyler Central School. Richard spent many years working at NEP Glass as a glazer. Richard was previously married to Lori Johnson-Burton of Salisbury, NY who he shared...
Clara Marie Fiorentino
May 24, 2025
HERKIMER – Clara ‘Marie’ Fiorentino, age 90, a lifelong Herkimer resident, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at the Foltsbrook Center in Herkimer, where she has resided for the past five years. Born in Herkimer on January 23, 1935, Marie was the daughter of the late Dominick and Angelina (Costentino) Fiorentino. She was raised and educated in Herkimer,...
Joan (Newman) Digristina
May 18, 2025
SCHUYLER – Mrs. Joan N. (Newman) Digristina, age 76, passed away suddenly and peacefully on May 18, 2025, with her adoring family and friends by her side. Born in Utica on April 22, 1949, Joan was the daughter of the late Harold and Kathyrn (Doyle) Newman. Joan was a graduate of UFA, received a nursing degree from MVCC and worked...
Victoria Ann Bellinger
May 17, 2025
LITTLE FALLS - Victoria Ann Bellinger, age 89, a lifelong Little Falls resident, passed away on May 17th, 2025, at Valley Health Services in Herkimer, New York. “I love You, Mom.” She was born July 17th,1935, in Little Falls, New York, a daughter of the late Vincent and Sophie (Chinzinski) Acquasanta and God welcomed her with open arms. She attended...
Bob L. Sitterly
May 16, 2025
Robert “Bob” L. Sitterly My name is Robert L. Sitterly, but I have always preferred to be called Bob. I have just recently passed away, on Friday, May 16, 2025, at the age of 88, at Bassett Hospital, Cooperstown, but where doesn’t matter, what is important is where I’m at now, hopefully at home with my Lord & Savior, Jesus...
Lisa M. Monohan
May 16, 2025
ST. JOHNSVILLE - Lisa Mary Knapp Monohan, aged 55, of Saint Johnsville, a beloved mother, daughter of the Earth, passed away May 16th, 2025, with her loved ones by her side as they helped guide her soul onto her next journey. Lisa was born November 19th, 1969, under the watchful gaze of the waxing gibbous moon—a symbol of growth, intuition,...
Nancy S. Mcgowan
May 12, 2025
FRANKFORT – LITTLE FALLS - Nancy Suzanne Rowland McGowan passed away peacefully on May 12th, 2025, at The Cottages in Cicero, New York. Prior to her current residence, she lived at The Hearth at Greenpoint in Liverpool, NY. Nancy was born August 16th, 1932, in Ilion, NY to the late Chester and Katherine Phillips Russell. She graduated from Ilion High...
Jeanne M. Munger
May 10, 2025
LITTLE FALLS - Jeanne M. Munger, 80, of East Monroe Street, Little Falls, New York, passed away Saturday, May 10th, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 20th, 1945, in Ilion, NY, the daughter of the late John McCarthy and Priscilla (Beauchamp) McCarthy. She was educated at St. Mary’s Academy in Little Falls....
Paul Douglas Spencer
May 9, 2025
Paul Douglas Spencer, owner and operator of Tal-Blick Farm Registered Holsteins and Clydesdales, in the Town of Palatine, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025 at his beloved farm at the age of 86. Paul was born on January 06, 1939 in Amsterdam, NY the son of the late Douglas and Mildred (Wohlgemuth) Spencer. Paul graduated in 1956 from Canajoharie...
Cherilyn A. Levick
May 1, 2025
LITTLE FALLS - Cherilyn A. LeVick, 78, a life-long Little Falls resident, passed away on Thursday, May 1st, 2025, at The Abraham House in Rome, New York. Cherilyn was born in Little Falls on February 18th, 1947, daughter of the late John Carrig and Agnes (Ehlinger) Ashley, and attended Little Falls schools. On September 10, 1966, Cherilyn was united in...
David R. Gay
Apr 28, 2025
MOHAWK – David R. Gay, (63 years old), of Church Street in Mohawk, New York, passed away suddenly on April 28th, 2025, at Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown, New York. He was born on May 29th, 1961, in Ilion, New York, a son of the late Gerald R. and Shirley A. (Hilts) Gay. He attended and graduated from local schools and...
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