Obituary Listings

Ray H. Thibodeau

Ray H. Thibodeau

May 29, 2021

MOHAWK – Mr. Ray H. Thibodeau, age 88, passed away suddenly on Saturday morning, May 29, 2021 in the privacy and comfort of his home. Born in Schenectady on November 30, 1932, Ray was the son of the late Henry and Mamie (Clumm) Thibodeau. He was raised and educated in Schenectady and also spent time living in both Canajoharie and...

Shirley M. Glaser

Shirley M. Glaser

May 28, 2021

HERKIMER - Shirley M. Glaser, passed away peacefully on May 28th, 2021, at Masonic Care Community, in Utica, New York with the loving support of her family. Shirley was born in the town of Canistota, South Dakota, on January 31, 1930, a daughter of the late John W. Holdren and Delilah Garnjobst Holdren and received her education in Yankton, South...

Sherry G. Sondej

Sherry G. Sondej

May 28, 2021

FRANKFORT – Mrs. Sherry G. Sondej, age 74, passed away unexpectedly on Friday evening, May 28, 2021, in the privacy and comfort of her home. Born on March 7, 1947 in Utica, Sherry was the daughter of the late Beatrice Stacks. She was raised and educated locally, graduating from West Winfield Schools and furthering her education at the Utica School...

Geraldine M. Lefebvre

Geraldine M. Lefebvre

May 27, 2021

HERKIMER - Geraldine M. Lefebvre, 92, formerly of 345 Gray Street, Herkimer, NY, died after a brief illness on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Daughters of Sarah Nursing Center, in Albany, NY, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Little Falls, New York, on May 15, 1929, the daughter of John T. Foley and Celia C. Foley. Geraldine...

Christian Keith Judson

Christian Keith Judson

May 26, 2021

HERKIMER - Christian Keith Judson, age 51, passed away May 26, 2021, peacefully in his sleep. Born February 17, 1970, Christian is the son of Sue Ellyn (Turner) Judson Barker, of Herkimer and James Franklin Judson, of Oswego. Christian's childhood was spent in Herkimer and Ilion, attending Annunciation School and Bills Middle School then moving to Torrance California, attending Fern...

J. Michael Mclaughlin

J. Michael Mclaughlin

May 25, 2021

HERKIMER - Mr. J. Michael McLaughlin, a lifelong Herkimer resident, passed away on Tuesday morning, May 25, 2021, in Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown, following a brief illness. He was 65 and at the time of his hospital stay he had the love and support of his family at his side accompanied by extraordinary kind and compassionate care from the staff of...

Joanne D. Amato

Joanne D. Amato

May 21, 2021

FRANKFORT – Mrs. Joanne (DeNinno) Amato, formerly of Frankfort and most recently of Foltsbrook Center, in Herkimer, New York, passed away peacefully, on Friday, May 21, 2021, at the age of 85, at MVHS, Faxton-St. Luke’s Campus, in the Town of New Hartford, New York. Joanne, the daughter of Daniel and Dolores “Dora” (Laura) DeNinno, was born in Little Falls,...

Brandon W. Thompson

Brandon W. Thompson

May 20, 2021

MOHAWK – Brandon W. Thompson, age 35, passed away unexpectedly on May 20, 2021, after losing his long-fought battle with addiction. Born on July 6, 1985, Brandon is the son of William Thompson and Therese (Platts) Homa. He was also blessed throughout his life to have the loving guidance of his Dad, Lance Sterling. Brandon’s childhood was spent in Mohawk...

Larry F. Hall

Larry F. Hall

May 19, 2021

DOLGEVILLE – Mr. Larry F. Hall, born June 8, 1948, fell asleep in death on Wednesday morning, May 19, 2021, at the beautiful surroundings of his home in the Town of Salisbury, New York. He was surrounded by his family and friends. Larry was born to Barbara and Frank LaVenture, in Little Falls, New York and was adopted several years...

Charlotte L. Laura

Charlotte L. Laura

May 15, 2021

FRANKFORT – Mrs. Charlotte L. Laura, age 93, a lifelong Frankfort resident, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, May 15, 2021, in the privacy and comfort of her home. At the time of her passing she had the love and support of her devoted husband and sons at her side. Born on December 17, 1927, Charlotte was the daughter of...

Edward A Mcgowan

Edward A Mcgowan

May 14, 2021

MOHAWK – Edward A. McGowan, age 47, passed away unexpectedly early Friday morning, May 14, 2021, in the privacy and comfort of his home. Born on December 24, 1973, Edward is the son of Edward LaVenture and Nancy (McGowan) Brewer. He was raised and educated locally. Ed was a self-employed carpenter and a skilled craftsman. He had a knack for...

Craig R. Smith, Sr.

Craig R. Smith, Sr.

May 14, 2021

ST. JOHNSVILLE – Mr. Craig R. Smith, Sr., 71, of Dolgeville, New York, in the Town of Oppenheim, passed away unexpectedly, on Friday afternoon, May 14, 2021, at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, in Utica, New York, with his loving family always at his side. He was born on October 13, 1949, in Gloversville, New York and was the son of...

Edith L. Van Horne

Edith L. Van Horne

May 13, 2021

ST. JOHNSVILLE – Mrs. Edith L. Van Horne, age 89, who we affectionately remember as “Aunt Lu”, passed away peacefully, on Thursday morning, May 13, 2021, at St. Mary’s Healthcare, in Amsterdam, New York. She was born on May 9, 1932, in Greenport, Long Island, a daughter to the late William and Edith (LeGrand) Montgomery and graduated from Roslyn High...

Robert Bennett

Robert Bennett

May 12, 2021

Mr. Robert S. Bennett, age 89, of 14 Cottage Street, Ilion, passed away on Wednesday evening, September 15, 2004 at the Masonic Care Community in Utica. He was born on July 12, 1915 in Syracuse, a son of the late Anthony and Cora (Bullard) Bennett, and received his education in Schuyler schools. He had been a longtime resident of our...

Robert H. Bennett

Robert H. Bennett

May 12, 2021

EAST HERKIMER – Mr. Robert H. Bennett, 69, a longtime resident of East Herkimer passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Wednesday afternoon, May 12, 2021, with his devoted wife Liz and his children at his side. He was born on March 26, 1952, in Ilion, New York, where he was raised and educated, the son of...

Nicholas Garbarino, Jr.

Nicholas Garbarino, Jr.

May 8, 2021

NEW YORK MILLS – Mr. Nicholas Garbarino, Jr., age 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 8, 2021, at MVHS, Faxton-St. Luke’s Campus. He was born on November 18, 1930, in Herkimer, New York, son of the late Nicholas, Sr., and Josephine (Baltico) Garbarino. Nick was raised and educated in Herkimer schools. He was employed for over 42 years by...

Edward Iscoll

Edward Iscoll

May 7, 2021

ILION – Edward J. Driscoll, age 65, passed away peacefully early Friday morning, May 7, 2021, in the privacy and comfort of his home. Born on October 16, 1955, Edward was the son of the late Edward and Beatrice (Fogarty) Driscoll. His early years were spent in the Syracuse area. Edward is survived by his sisters, Lynn Wolff and Terry...

Patricia A. Clements

Patricia A. Clements

May 6, 2021

ILION - Patricia “Pat” A. Clements, age 89, of Prindle Apts., Ilion, passed away on Thursday, May 6, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Utica, with her family and her Pastor by her side. Pat was born on July 9, 1931, in Utica, the daughter of Michael J. and Mary J. (Fox) Keogh. She attended St. Agnes and St....

Barbara R. Mannion

Barbara R. Mannion

Apr 30, 2021

HERKIMER – Mrs. Barbara (Rehbach) Mannion, age 73, left this world too soon when she passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 30, 2021 at the MVHS St. Luke’s Campus, with her loving family at her side. Born on August 21, 1947, Barbara is the daughter of Patricia (Otto) Rehbach and the late John F. Rehbach. She was raised and educated...

Hilda C. Parker

Hilda C. Parker

Apr 30, 2021

ILION - Hilda C. Parker, age 84, passed away April 30th, 2021, from complications related to dementia. She was born Hilda Klinkhart Crouch, daughter of James and Gertrude (Klinkhart) Crouch. A 1953 graduate of Ilion Central School, she participated in numerous community activities, choir, volleyball, basketball, softball and soccer. Her future husband, was a 1951 graduate, James Alden Parker and...