Obituary Listings
Calvin F. Rider
Dec 28, 2025
ST. JOHNSVILLE - After over a month-long battle with pneumonia (loving Father & Grandfather), Calvin F. Rider passed away, on December 28th, 2025, at Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown, New York.
Calvin was born in Little Falls, New York, December 2nd, 1949. A son to Carlton Rider & Catherine (Stever) Rider. He grew up in Saint Johnsville, New York. He then attended...
Patricia Ann Gizowski
Jan 1, 2026
In Loving Memory
FRANKFORT - Patricia “Pat” Ann Gizowski age 83, of Frankfort, New York, passed away on New Year’s Day January 1st, 2026, in Herkimer, New York.
Pat was born in Ilion, NY to Ivan & Adelaide (Reynolds) Bunce on April 4th, 1942. She went to school at Frankfort-Schuyler Central graduating in 1959 and went on to attend Utica College of...
Timothy Lee Johnston, Sr.
Dec 30, 2025
ILION - Timothy Lee Johnston Sr., of Ilion, NY, passed away peacefully on December 30th, 2025. He was born on May 19th, 1952, in Phoenix, Arizona, the son of the late Carl and Katherine (Schuyler) Johnston of Ilion.
Tim was educated in Ilion, where he made his home and raised his family. He proudly served in the United States Navy from...
John A. Lorenzoni
Dec 30, 2025
In Loving Memory
LITTLE FALLS - We are saddened to announce that John (Giovanni) Lorenzoni, son of the late Nello and Cesira "Jennie" (Fenni) Lorenzoni, passed away on December 30th, 2025, at age 99. John was a cherished member of the community, whose warmth, kindness, and generosity touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
Born on August 16th, 1926, in Little...
Richard Henry Steele
Dec 26, 2025
MOHAWK - Richard “Dick” Steele, Sr., age 92, a lifelong resident of Mohawk, NY, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family after a short battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born March 13th, 1933, he was the son of Leslie E. Steele and Lesa M. Morreall of Mohawk, NY. He graduated from Mohawk Central High School in 1951, where he was...
Mary F. Putnam
Dec 24, 2025
ILION - On the morning of December 24th, 2025, Mary F. Putnam of Ilion, New York passed away at the age of 89 at the Siegenthaler Center in New Hartford, NY with her loving family by her side. She was born as an identical twin in Cortland, NY on March 29th, 1936, to Russell and Marian Tinkham. Mary grew up...
Gary F. Mullen Sr.
Dec 20, 2025
Mr. Gary F. Mullen, Sr., age 81, of St. Johnsville, passed away at Albany Medical Center on Saturday, December 20th, 2025.
Gary was born on May 1st, 1944, in Little Falls, NY. Son of the late Harold and Margaret Mullen (Schumacher). He graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in Little Falls. Gary was a great athlete and played baseball, he had signed...
Martin J. Connarton
Dec 18, 2025
Martin J. Connarton, age 78, of Dover, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Throughout these last months of illness and during his passing, Marty was surrounded by the love and support of his children and grandchildren.
Born on August 25, 1947, in Exeter, New Hampshire, Marty was the son of the late...
Thomas A. Zuccaro
Dec 16, 2025
Mr. Thomas A. Zuccaro, age 73, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at Wynn Hospital in Utica, NY.
Tommy was born on September 11, 1952, in Little Falls, NY, the son of Rudolph and Virginia Zuccaro (Kazmierski). He grew up in Little Falls and was a graduate of Little Falls High School.
Thomas lived a life full of dedication as a...
Donatella M. Aceto
Dec 8, 2025
HERKIMER – Mrs. Donatella M. Aceto, a lifelong resident of Herkimer, New York, passed away on Monday, December 8th, 2025, at Wynn Hospital just a day after her 90th birthday.
Born on December 7th, 1935, in Herkimer, New York, Donnie was the daughter of the late Antonio and Jennie (Colonna) Angelicchio. She grew up in Herkimer, where her roots ran deep,...
Gloria A. (Weller) Watts
Dec 8, 2025
Gloria A. (Weller) Watts, age 93, formerly of Ilion and Little Falls, went to be with our Lord, on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025.
She was born on April 6, 1932, in Little Falls, NY, the daughter of Ernest and Julia (Harwick) Primmar. Gloria graduated from Ilion High School in 1950, where she was Captain of several Girl’s athletic teams. She later...
Tina L. O'Dell
Dec 7, 2025
Tina L. O’Dell, age 52, a resident of Herkimer, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital in Utica.
Born on September 24, 1973, Tina is the daughter of Karen (Lee) and Joseph L. O’Dell, Jr. She was raised and educated in Palatine Bridge and graduated from Gloversville High School. She also attended Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES and Fulton Montgomery...
Donald C. Willner
Nov 27, 2025
Donald C. “Don” Willner of Ilion, NY passed away on November 27th, 2025, at age 79 from complications of pancreatic cancer.
He is survived by his wife, Joan Prymas; his sister Margaret Reiman (Michael Madden); his brother Martin (Cheryl), his children Melanie Pollay (Dan), Jennifer Susa, and Keith (Mary Gallo); 5 beloved grandchildren: Jordan Susa; Shelby Dewan; Ian, Claire, and Charlotte...
Sandra E. Fauvelle
Nov 26, 2025
Mrs. Sandra E. Fauvelle, age 79, of Ilion, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at the Abraham House of Utica.
Sandra was born on April 13, 1946, in Potsdam, NY. Daughter of the late Gerald and Wilna Forbes (Tiffany). She graduated from Potsdam High School. On November 27, 1985, she married her one true love, Gary Fauvelle. They...
Marie J. Duffy
Nov 26, 2025
Mrs. Marie Joan Duffy, age 97, of Ilion, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, in the comfort of her home. At the time of her passing, Marie was surrounded by the love of her family at her bedside.
Born in Utica on June 24, 1928, Marie was the daughter of the late Rocco Richard and Lucy (Sinisgalli) Pacielio. She...
Thomas F. Ladlee
Nov 25, 2025
Mr. Thomas F. Ladlee, age 62, passed away Tuesday, November 25th, 2025, in the comfort of his home.
Thomas was born on September 8th,1963, in Flemington , NJ. He was the son of the late Jerry and Arla Ladlee (Belmont). Thomas graduated from Mount Markham High School. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S Navy. On August 30th, 1997, Thomas...
Debra (Duell) Farr
Nov 25, 2025
Debra A. “Debb” Farr, age 65, passed away unexpectedly on November 25, 2025, at Wynn Hospital. At the time of her passing, she was surrounded by the love and support of her family at her side.
Born on May 4, 1960, Debra was the daughter of the late James and Virginia (Stoker) Duell. She was raised and educated in Rome, NY,...
Florence R. Cardarelli
Nov 22, 2025
Florence R. “Curly” Cardarelli, age 97, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, at Foltsbrook in Herkimer, with her devoted daughters at her bedside.
Born on August 10, 1928, Florence was the last surviving child of the late Joseph and Josephine (Guarniere) DiGristina—an honor she carried with strength and a deep love for the family she came from.
A proud graduate of...
Diane C. Brown
Nov 20, 2025
Diane Cecile (Williams) Brown, age 81, a lifelong Mohawk Valley resident, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, at Wynn Hospital in Utica.
Born on January 22, 1944, Diane was the beloved daughter of the late Elizabeth (Plunkett) Williams. She was raised and educated locally and graduated from Ilion High School.
A dedicated and hardworking woman throughout her life, Diane held several...
Sean A. Lewis
Nov 20, 2025
Sean A. Lewis age 61, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 20th, 2025.
On August 13, 1964, Sean Andrew Lewis was born, to Robert and June Lewis. He grew up in North Utica and so loved to visit his grandparents in Sauquoit. These were times when he played outside throwing rocks in the creek and swinging in the hammock,...
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