Obituary Listings

Werner Buchmeier

Werner Buchmeier

May 18, 2023

HERKIMER - Mr. Werner Buchmeier, age 88, a lifelong Herkimer resident, passed away on Thursday morning, May 18, 2023, in Newburgh, NY, with family by his side. Born in January 1935, Werner was the son of the late Eugene and Mina Buchmeier. He was born in Ebersbach, Germany. He came with his family to America in 1951 and honorably served...

Jerry Roth

Jerry Roth

May 18, 2023

Jerry Allan Roth, age 64, of Oneida, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, May 18, 2023, at the residence of Debb (Duell) Farr, his bestest friend forever. At the time of his passing he had the love and support of his family by his side. Born in Rome on November 5, 1958, Jerry was the son of the late Charles...

Jennie L. Comes

Jennie L. Comes

May 12, 2023

ILION – Jennie L. Comes, age 95, of Fowler Place, Ilion, passed away peacefully, on Friday, May 12, 2023, at Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare, New Hartford. She was born on January 13, 1928, in Cooperstown, NY, the daughter of John and Ida (Drew) Bala and attended Ilion High School. Jennie was employed at General Electric Co., in Utica, for 15 years....

Ronald "Ron" W. Schorer

Ronald "Ron" W. Schorer

May 10, 2023

MOHAWK – Ronald “Ron” W. Schorer, age 92, of Marshall Ave., Mohawk, passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady, NY. He was born on April 2, 1931, in Frankfort, the son of Prosper and Caroline (Seelbach) Schorer and attended Ilion schools. At one time, he was married to Elizabeth “Betty” McCumber. Ron later married Joan...

Lawrence W. Brunette, Sr.

Lawrence W. Brunette, Sr.

May 8, 2023

MILLERS MILLS – Lawrence “Larry” W. Brunette, Sr., age 81, of Millers Mills Road, West Winfield (Town of Columbia), went peacefully, to join his wife, Claudia, on Monday, May 8, 2023. He was born on October 16, 1941, in Ilion, the son of Lawrence J. and June (Ackler) Brunette and attended West Winfield School. He was a Veteran, serving in...

David King

David King

May 7, 2023

Mr. David Clyde King, age 64, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at the MVHS St. Elizabeth Campus. Born in Herkimer on October 11, 1958, David was the son of the late Clyde C. and Isabelle (Vincent) King. He was raised and educated locally, attending Ilion High School and Herkimer County BOCES. Dave last worked for the State Bowling...

Charlotte Clare Guido

Charlotte Clare Guido

May 6, 2023

With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Charlotte Clare Seeber Guido, a lady whose bright smile and sweet spirit touched the hearts of many. Charlotte passed away on May 6, 2023, at her home on Sea Island, Georgia, surrounded by loved ones. Born February 11, 1945, to Irving and Marie (Nellie) Lambert Seeber, Charlotte spent her early years...

James J. "Nick" Nicolette

James J. "Nick" Nicolette

May 5, 2023

Mr. James J. “Nick” Nicolette, age 73, passed into the loving arms of our Lord after a courageous battle with cancer, on Friday, May 5, 2023, in Leesville, LA, where he has lived for many years. Born on May 28, 1949, James was the son of the late Salvatore and Annabelle Nicolette. He was raised and educated in Ilion, graduating...

Patricia Ann Lytwynec

Patricia Ann Lytwynec

May 4, 2023

LITTLE FALLS - Patricia Ann Lytwynec passed away peacefully, on May 4, 2023, at the SECU Hospice House, in Smithfield, North Carolina, after a brief illness. She was born on April 24, 1962, in Little Falls New York, the youngest daughter of Joseph and Agnes Murphy Lytwynec. She attended school in both Ilion and Little Falls, eventually graduating from Little...

Shirley A. Deforrest

Shirley A. Deforrest

May 2, 2023

Mrs. Shirley A. DeForrest, age 83, a longtime Herkimer area resident, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2023 at the Foltsbrook Center in Herkimer. Born on December 28, 1939, Shirley was the daughter of the late John and Mildred (Lucy) Macrina. She was raised and educated locally. On January 5, 1964, Shirley was wed to the late James D. DeForrest,...

Dennise Hulbert

Dennise Hulbert

May 2, 2023

Dennise F. Hulbert, age 66, of St. Johnsville, passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at the Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown. Born in the Bronx on September 29, 1956, Dennise was the daughter of the late LeRoy and Frances Hulbert. She spent her working years in the transportation industry. She was a fan of Star Trek and she enjoyed...

Debra Ferency

Debra Ferency

May 1, 2023

Debra L. Ferency, age 67, of St. Johnsville, passed away early Monday morning, May 1, 2023, at the Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown. Born on May 12, 1955 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Debra was the daughter of the late Helen Wheeler. She spent her early years in Connecticut before relocating to the St. Johnsville area a few years ago. She worked...

Anthony P. Fresco

Anthony P. Fresco

Apr 29, 2023

Anthony P. "Pops" Fresco, Sr., age 81, passed away unexpectedly early Saturday morning, April 29, 2023, in the privacy and comfort of his home. Born on March 4, 1942, Anthony was the son of the late Joseph and Catherine (Meade) Fresco. He was raised and educated locally, graduating from Frankfort schools. Upon completion of his education, Anthony proudly served his...

Tracey M. Mcnair

Tracey M. Mcnair

Apr 29, 2023

Tracey M. McNair, age 64, of Ilion, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, April 28, 2023, at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse. Born on April 4, 1959, Tracey is the daughter of Marguerite (Pratt) Bond and the late Frederick Bond. She was raised and educated locally, attending Owen D. Young Central Schools. Upon completion of her schooling, Tracey enlisted with the...

Edward L. Gray

Edward L. Gray

Apr 26, 2023

ST. JOHNSVILLE – Edward L. Gray, age 74, of St. Johnsville, NY, passed away, on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Ellis Hospital, in Schenectady, NY. He was born on January 5, 1949, to parents, Ernest and Esther Gray, of St. Johnsville, NY, and graduated in 1968, from Oppenheim-Ephratah Central School and Cobleskill College, in 1971. He then went to Columbia,...

Sharon M. Rogers

Sharon M. Rogers

Apr 25, 2023

ILION - Sharon M. Rogers, age 71, of Colonial Manor in Ilion, passed away, at St. Luke’s Hospital, April 25, 2023, peacefully to the arms of our loving Lord and Savior, with her family by her side. She was born February 27, 1952, in Ilion, NY and was the daughter of the late Victoria (Boyer) Becker and Edward “John” Becker....

Larry A Brown

Larry A Brown

Apr 23, 2023

Mr. Larry A. Brown, age 65, of Frankfort, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, April 23, 2023, at the MVHS St. Elizabeth Campus. Born in Sacramento, California on July 6, 1957, Larry was the son of the late Vernal C. and Lois M. (Smith) Brown. He was a graduate from Mount Markham High School, after which he continued...

Robin Marie Dolan

Robin Marie Dolan

Apr 18, 2023

Robin Marie Dolan, age 68, of Wheelock Road in the Town of Litchfield, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at the Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown. Born in Wallkill, NY on June 14, 1954, Robin was the daughter of the late Russ and Marie (Decker) Roebuck. She was a graduate of Wallkill Senior High School and went on...

Linda Ann Ward

Linda Ann Ward

Apr 17, 2023

ILION - Linda Ann Ward, age 74, a resident of Ilion, New York, passed away April 17, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee, with her family by her side. Linda was a native New Yorker, born in Orange County in 1948, to the late Robert and Madeline (Garrison) Hoaglander. The late Dr. James and Linda Ward were happily married for 53 years,...

Mary Jane Smithson

Mary Jane Smithson

Apr 17, 2023

ILION – Mary “Jane” (Foisy) Smithson, age 81, of Ilion, passed away, on Monday, April 17, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica. In keeping with Jane’s wishes, there will be no scheduled calling hours or services at this time. Anyone wishing to share a memory of Jane, or add to her online memorial, may go to www.applegateandday.com Please omit...