Obituary Listing

Oct 25, 2023

OTEGO – Richard A. Strignano, 79, went home to be with the Lord on October 25, 2023; surrounded by his family.

He was born July 3, 1944 in Binghamton, the son of Albert Alfonse and Mary Jane (Griffith) Strignano.

Richard graduated from Sidney High School, Class of 1963.

He married Barbara Ann Mang...

Oct 18, 2023

MARYLAND - Diana (Hoyt) Holliday, 83, passed away on October 18, 2023 at Cooperstown Centers after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born to George Frederick "Fritz" and Ellrose (VanTassell) Hoyt on August 24, 1940.

Diana was a lifelong area resident and some of her fondest memories were on Goodyear Lake. She graduated from...

Oct 16, 2023

Oneonta – Mary Ann Richards, 79, passed away on October 16, 2023 at her daughter's home.

She was born July 3, 1944 in Cooperstown, the daughter of Mike and Isabelle Amatuccio.

Mary grew up in Laurens and has lived in Oneonta for over 20 years.

She married Donald Richards, who predeceased her on...

Oct 14, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that Charles Weber and family announce the passing of beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Grace Weber on October 14, 2023, at the age of 82, after a courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. She was known for her gentle and kind nature and her journey through life was marked by her passion for the arts...

Oct 12, 2023

Jefferson - Linda Jane Smith-DeMarco, 59, passed away October 12, 2023.

Born August 5, 1964, in Oneonta, NY, Linda grew up in Worcester and was dearly loved by her grandparents Avery and Margaret Morell.

Linda was a strong and determined woman who committed her life to her family, both biological and "adopted", as well as...

Oct 11, 2023

Dr. Anthony P. Cammilleri, age 79, peacefully passed away on October 11, 2023, at Binghamton General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on August 9, 1944, in Astoria, Queens, the son of Peter and Mary (Giannaula) Cammilleri. Dr. Cammilleri spent his formative years in West Islip on Long Island.

Devoting his life...

Oct 11, 2023

Oneonta - Marjorie R. Carson, 88, passed away peacefully at home on October 11, 2023.

She was born April 5, 1935 in Syracuse, the daughter of Pierce A. and Ruth Leslie (DeLong) Gale.

She graduated from Syracuse University in 1956 with a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts.

She married Robert B. Carson in...

Oct 10, 2023

Schenevus – It is with great sadness that John Schuck and family announce the passing of beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Arline Schuck on October 10, 2023 at the age of 81.

Arline and John have been inseparable since the age of 16 and recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Arline enjoyed her work as an aide...

Oct 3, 2023

Oneonta - Robert A. Wikoff, 82, died October 3, 2023 peacefully at home with his family by his side.

He was born March 24, 1941 in Oneonta, the son of Leo Francis and Marjorie (Pitts) Wikoff.

He graduated from Laurens Central School in 1960. Bob was the first inductee into the Laurens Hall of Fame....

Oct 2, 2023

WORCESTER - It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Gloria Jean McTaggart, age 78 at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown on October 2, 2023.

Gloria Jean was born July 31, 1945 to Charles Cooper and Catherine Mae (Crewell) Cooper of Cobleskill.

She was a lifelong resident of New York and a graduate of...

Oct 2, 2023

Treso Koken Anastasiades flew West from New York City on October 2, 2023.

Treso was born in Oneonta, NY on June 22, 1933 to John N. Koken and Cleopatra (Papdimitriou) Koken.

She graduated from Oneonta High School in 1951, from the Bellevue School of Nursing in New York City in 1954, and later received her...

Sep 28, 2023

Oneonta – Timothy Logan Johnson, 74, passed away September 28, 2023 at Chestnut Park Nursing and Rehabilitation in Oneonta.

Tim was born on April 2, 1949.  He was raised in Columbus, Ohio, and then at the age of 18 went into the United States Navy.

In 1971, he settled in Laurens with his wife and...

Sep 27, 2023

Jean A. Ames, 79, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at her residence with her family by her side.

She was born on April 25, 1944 in Cooperstown, the daughter of Michael and Vera (Roseboom) Usalatz.

Jean worked at the Worcester Central School as treasurer.

She was a member of the Worcester United...

Sep 27, 2023

Oneonta - Rosemary O. Wiltsie, 90, passed away September 27, 2023 at A.O. Fox Hospital in Oneonta.

She was born October 6, 1932 in Treadwell, the daughter of Edward R. Thompson Sr. and Gladys Gray Thompson.

She married William W. Wiltsie on November 18, 1950.

She is survived by her sons, David W....

Sep 25, 2023

Oneonta - Charles J. Dent, 76, passed away September 25, 2023 in Oneonta.

He was born October 24, 1946 in Davenport, the son of Joseph Hollingworth and Myrtle Eleanor (Barker) Dent.

Charles graduated from the Charlotte Valley Central School in Davenport.  He attended college and then enlisted in the United States Air Force. After being...

Sep 20, 2023

Westford - William G. Platt, 80, passed away, peacefully, on September 20, 2023 at his home.

He was born August 21, 1943 at Fox Hospital in Oneonta, to Clarence D. Platt and Alice (Horn) Platt.

Bill lived in Milford until 1958 and  moved to Cooperstown.  He attended both Milford and Cooperstown Schools.

On...

Sep 13, 2023

Schenevus - Victor M. Hanson, 78, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at the Delhi Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

He was born on March 7, 1945 in Sidney, the son of Arnold and Marian (Dragoo) Hanson.

Vic served in the United States Airforce from 1966-1970.

He was a former farmer and real estate...

Sep 2, 2023

ONEONTA—Mary Ann Shovlowsky passed away on September 2, 2023 in Oneonta. She was born on January 5, 1949 in Auburn.

Mary Ann was a teacher at Schenevus Central School for many years. She loved the students and touched many lives in her 20+ years of working there.

She loved to watch her godson, Finlay, play...

Sep 1, 2023

MARYLAND - Mary Elizabeth Bender, 82, passed away Friday, September 1, 2023 at home and is now resting in the arms of her Savior, Jesus.

She was born March 23, 1941 to Arthur and Grace (Barber) Bishop in Gilbertsville.

Mary attended Schenevus Central School where she met and later married her high school sweetheart, James...

Aug 31, 2023

Oneonta – Marianne A. Reilly, 92, passed away August 31, 2023 at Delhi Nursing and Rehabilitation.

She was born December 3, 1930 in Brooklyn the daughter of Edward and Dorothy (Hinnershitz) Graziano.

She is survived by her son, David (Laura) Reilly of West Oneonta; granddaughter, Lori (Dennis) Rheel of Davenport; grandson, William M. Reilly of...