Obituary Listings
Frances C. Baggetta
Jun 29, 2026
Mrs. Frances C. Baggetta, age 97 of Herkimer, NY, passed away unexpectedly on June 29, 2026, at Wynn Hospital in Utica.
Frances was born on February 20, 1929, in Philadelphia, PA to Ferdinando and Catherine Adolfo (Morabito). On April 5, 1948, Frances married her beloved husband Frank N. Baggetta at St. Anthony and Jospeh’s Church in Herkimer, the two shared a...
Carl R. Kalem
Jun 25, 2026
Carl R. Kalem, 53, of Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, passed away after a prolonged illness on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Carl was born on September 23, 1972, in Herkimer, New York. He grew up in the Mohawk Valley, graduating from Mohawk...
Shirley J. Allen
Jun 24, 2026
Shirley Jean (Komar) Allen, formerly of Oppenheim, New York passed away after 90 years of life dedicated to family, community and nursing. A wife to Hector James Allen, mother of four children, and nursing professional, Shirley was born on July 15,1935 at the Moskey family farmhouse on Baum Road in St. Johnsville, New York. She was the only child of...
Melvin J. Tomlinson
Jun 23, 2026
Melvin J. Tomlinson
June 6, 1936 – June 23, 2026
A proud country boy, hillbilly, lover of simplicity and nature, Melvin J. Tomlinson passed from this earth on June 23, 2026, with his loved ones at his side.
As a unique individual, both his life, and his passing, were lived on his terms. Laughter, and perhaps a bit of chaos, followed him wherever...
Theodore J. Youker, Sr.
Jun 19, 2026
Mr. Theodore “Ted” J. Youker, Sr. affectionally nicknamed “Butch” by his family, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his daughter’s home surrounded by the love of his family on Friday, June 19, 2026, at the age of 81.
Ted was born on March 12, 1945, in Little Falls, New York. He is the son of the late Franklin J. Youker...
John L. Van Leuven
Jun 13, 2026
Mr. John L. Van Leuven, age 96, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Born in Wallkill, New York, on October 4, 1929, John was the son of the late John I. and Mildred (Oakley) Van Leuven. John served in the United States Army from 1951- 1953.
On...
Barbara J. Murphy
Jun 10, 2026
EAST HERKIMER - Barbara J. Murphy, age 85, of East Herkimer, New York, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, with her family and close friend Nan Grindle at her side.
She was born on January 14, 1941, in Schenectady, New York, the daughter of the late Robert and Mary (Kozlowski) MacNeill. Barbara attended and graduated from llion High School and...
Susan C. Potter
Jun 9, 2026
Susan Carol (Wilkinson) Potter, age 79, of Ilion passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on June 9,2026.
Born in Chicago, Illinois on December 15,1946, Susan was the daughter of the late Irwin G. Wilkinson and Elizabeth K. (Noldan) Wilkinson. She grew up in Milford, N.Y. and graduated from Milford High School in June of 1966. On...
Donna L. Beatty
Jun 4, 2026
Ms. Donna L. Beatty, age 82, of Sherrill, NY passed away on June 4, 2026, at the Loretto Nursing Home in Syracuse, NY, reuniting with her beloved son.
Donna was born on June 1, 1944, in Canastota, New York to the late Frank and Lillian Chappell (Cunningham). In her youth, she attended Onieda schools. She was married to the late Richard...
James "Jimmy" Crossway
Jun 2, 2026
ILION – James “Jimmy” Crossway, age 61, of Mohawk and Ilion, passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Little Falls Hospital, with his family by his side.
He was born on March 9, 1965, in Ilion, the son of Robert S. and Angela (Terzo) Crossway. He graduated from Ilion Central High School and attended Mohawk Valley Community College.
Jimmy was...
Jon D. Loiacano
Jun 2, 2026
Jon David Loiacano, age 82, of Deerfield, formerly of Frankfort, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, at the Abraham House in Rome, where he was surrounded by the love and devotion of his family.
Jon was born on November 23, 1943, the son of the late George and Martha (Clayton) Loiacano. He graduated from Frankfort High School and received his...
John J. Zaleski
May 30, 2026
John J. Zaleski, age 27, of Little Falls, formerly Herkimer went to be with his Lord on May 30, 2026. John was born on September 10, 1998, in Little Falls, NY.
John was raised in Herkimer. After graduating Herkimer High School, John received his BA at Utica College. While in school at Herkimer, John was an avid athlete owning one of...
Selina R. Latt
May 29, 2026
Selina Rose Latt, age 16, tragically passed away on May 29, 2026, in the comfort of her home.
Selina brought joy, laughter, and unforgettable energy to everyone who knew her. She was known for her vibrant personality, her love of the color pink, and her endless creativity. Selina enjoyed coloring, writing songs, and making lists, a pastime that became one of...
Susan E. Scialdo
May 28, 2026
Susan Elizabeth Scialdo, age 72, of Naples, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 28th, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on September 25, 1953, in Herkimer, New York, to William and Elizabeth (Collis) Oldfield, Susan's greatest life adventure began when she married Marshall Scialdo in 1970. Together, they built a marriage that would endure for 56 years through...
William Edward Boudry
May 27, 2026
William Edward Boudry, age 65 of Utica (formerly Ilion), passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on May 27, 2026.
William was born October 5, 1960, the son of the late Norman R. Boudry and Patricia A. (Sponburgh) Couchman. He attended Ilion High School, playing Basketball and Tennis, graduating in 1978. William also graduated Mohawk Valley Community College...
Gerald L. Gruby
May 26, 2026
LITTLE FALLS – Gerald L. Gruby, age 67, a lifelong Mohawk Valley resident, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown.
Born on November 30, 1958, Gerald was the son of the late Harvey C. Gruby, Sr. and Vera F. (Smith) Gruby. He was raised and educated locally, graduating from Holland Patent High School. He then...
Michael P. Aceto, Sr.
May 24, 2026
Mr. Michael P. Aceto Sr, age 94 of Herkimer, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026.
Born on September 30, 1931, in Utica, New York, Mike was the son of the late Peter Sr and Susie (Lavalla) Aceto. Raised and educated locally, he attended Thomas R. Proctor High School. On August 11, 1962 he married the love of his life, the...
Penny J. Reel
May 21, 2026
Penny Reel, age 67, passed away peacefully at home on May 21, 2026, after a brief illness, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on November 26, 1958, Penny was the beloved daughter of Beverly (Nichols) and John B. Noonan. She will be remembered for her strength, kindness, and the love she shared so freely with those around her. Penny...
Janet G. Walczak
May 18, 2026
Janet (Gegler) Walczak, 84, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026. Born on January 5, 1942, in Little Falls, New York, she was the beloved daughter of Forbes “Forbie” and Bernice “Bess” Gegler, longtime residents of Herkimer, NY, both of whom predeceased her.
A proud graduate of Herkimer High School, Janet began her working life at Marine Midland Bank in Herkimer...
Constance M. Reel
May 16, 2026
Ms. Contance M. Reel, age 79, of Herkimer, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Wynn Hospital in Utica.
Constance was born in Ilion, NY on October 13, 1946, to the late Edward W. Jr. and Lorraine Treen. Constance spent many years working for the Allegro Shoe Factory in Little Falls. She absolutely adored Elvis and collected various memorabilia throughout...
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