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Clark G. Morris
Aug 30, 2023
Schenevus – On August 30, 2023, Clark G. Morris, 73, left his home in Schenevus for his eternal home in Heaven.
He was born July 25, 1950 in Cooperstown, the son of Gordon and Octavia (Newton) Morris.
Clark graduated from Andrew S. Draper Central School, Schenevus in 1968. Â He then went on to obtain a...
Eleanor M. Utter
Aug 28, 2023
Oneonta - Eleanor M. Utter, 95, passed away at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown.
A graveside service will be held 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at the Plains Cemetery, Oneida Street, Oneonta, with the Rev. Eric Santamont, officiating.
Arrangements are with Oneonta's only family-owned funeral home, Lewis, Hurley & Pietrobono at 51 Dietz Street....
Karen L. Kelsey
Aug 27, 2023
Davenport – Karen L. Kelsey, 70, passed away August 27, 2023 at Albany Medical Center.
She was born January 3, 1953 in the Bronx, the daughter of Francis Joel and Eleanor (Still) Meehan.
Karen married Richard Edward Kelsey on September 25, 1971 in Hawthorne, NY.
She was a Special Education Aide and a...
Ronald C. Kinch
Aug 26, 2023
Schenevus – Ronald C. Kinch, 88, passed away August 26, 2023 at Cooperstown Center.
He was born July 15, 1935 in Cooperstown, the son of Everett and Marion (Roseboom) Kinch.
Ron graduated from Andrew S. Draper School in Schenevus and SUNY Cobleskill.
He served with the United States Army in Germany from 1954-1956....
Tyler William Burr
Aug 19, 2023
Oneonta – Tyler William Burr, 29, passed away on August 19, 2023, in Oneonta.
He was born January 5, 1994, in Oneonta, the son of Stacia Delberta and Timothy T. Burr.
Tyler graduated from Oneonta High School.
He was a United States Marine veteran, serving from 2012 to 2016.
Tyler was...
Gerald Richard Finley
Aug 17, 2023
ONEONTA - Gerald Richard Finley, aged 78, passed away on August 17, 2023, in Oneonta, NY.
He was born on February 2, 1945.
Jerry worked as a carpenter at the Farmer's Museum in Cooperstown, NY. He was known for his attention to detail and love for all things related to woodworking. Jerry was an accomplished...
Marie F. Robinson
Jul 18, 2023
Little Falls - Marie F. Robinson passed away peacefully on the morning of July 18, 2023, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
She was born to the late Kenneth and Mary (Morrell) Robinson in Schenevus on December 4, 1945.
She was a loving mother to Stephany Schmiedel Daley of Little Falls and Kim Schmiedel Double...
Charles L. Joseph
Jul 12, 2023
Charles "Chuck" Lynn Joseph, 70, passed away unexpectedly early Thursday July 13, 2023 at his home in Decatur, NY.
Funeral Service to be held 3 PM Tuesday, July 18 at the Heller & Skinner Funeral Home,155 Main St. Worcester, with meal to follow at the Worcester Fire Department. Chuck was born to late Charles and Rita Joseph...
Noreen V. Neumann
Jun 22, 2023
Unadilla – Noreen V. Neumann, 87, passed away June 22, 2023 at A.O. Fox Nursing Home in Oneonta.
She was born January 21, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of Alfred Dunnett and Doreen Ayres Demming.
Noreen worked as a Senior Aging Services Aide for Otsego County Office for The Aging for many years.
...James L. Norton
Jun 20, 2023
Milford - James L. Norton, 76, passed away on June 20, 2023, doing what he loved to do, fishing at Goodyear Lake.
He was born May 22, 1947 in Oneonta, the son of Leo Patrick and Wava Nina (VanDewerker) Norton.
Jim graduated from Oneonta High School. He was drafted into the United States Army serving...
Lulu "Doody" M. Hawley
Jun 19, 2023
Cooperstown Junction - Lulu "Doody" M. Hawley, 91, passed away June 19, 2023 at A.O. Fox Hospital in Oneonta.
She was born April 25, 1932 in Schenevus, the daughter of Howard and Thelma Sellick.
She married Glenn Hawley on June 25, 1950 in Sidney, NY.
Doody love the Lord and her family. She...
Matthew Scot Maine
Jun 18, 2023
FARMINGTON - Matthew Scot Maine, 46, passed away June 18, 2023 at Strong Memorial in Rochester, NY.
Matthew was born in Oneonta, NY on August 18, 1976. Â He was the only son of Joanne and John Maine and is survived by his father, John (Marie Lusins); his sister, Patti Canner (Jamey Novick) and many aunts, uncles and...
James T. Serrao
Jun 17, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family of James T. Serrao, 84, announces his passing on June 17, 2023, at home with his wife in N. Ft. Myers, Florida.
Jim was born October 8, 1938, the son of Manual and Ada (Bray) Serrao.
Jim graduated from A.L. Kellogg Central School in Treadwell in 1956...
James A. Grandi
Jun 5, 2023
Worcester – James A. Grandi, 75, passed away June 5, 2023 at A.O. Fox Hospital in Oneonta.
He was born November 13, 1947 in Canada, the son Salvatore James and Lillian (Dandurand) Grandi.
James grew up on Long Island. Â He graduated from Bellport High School and Suffolk County Community College.
He married Rosanna...
Philip N. Licastri
May 30, 2023
Philip Nicolas Licastri passed away on May 30, 2023, at Bridgewater Nursing Home in Binghamton, NY.
Phil was born June 11, 1936 to Joseph and Katherine (Sinibaldi) Licastri and raised on Staten Island, NY. Â After graduating high school Phil intended to play football at Wagner College but instead joined the U.S Army. Â When honorably discharged he joined...
Deborah Ann Burleson
May 30, 2023
Oneonta – Deborah Ann Burleson, 55, passed away suddenly May 30, 2023 at Bassett Medical Center, Cooperstown.
She was born August 16, 1967 in Bethpage, NY.
Debbie is survived by her sons, Bradley and wife, Joy Burleson, Dale Hughs and Travis Hughs; her beloved grandchildren, Travis Hugh, Jr., Adalynne Burleson, Hannah Hughs and Wyatt Hughs;...
Howard G. Stevens, Jr.
May 27, 2023
Howard G. Stevens, Jr., 69, passed away on May 27, 2023 at home with family by his side from a sudden illness.
He was born April 20, 1954 in Oneonta, to the late Howard and Frances (Morell) Stevens.
He is survived by sons, Howard Stevens and Tim (Ashley) Stevens; grandsons, Cooper and Brogan Stevens, all...
Margaret F. Garlick
May 26, 2023
Oneonta – Margaret F. Garlick, 95, passed away May 26, 2023 at Robinson Terrace in Stamford.
She was born July 23, 1927 in Grand Gorge, the daughter of George and Doris (Faulkner) Fredenburgh.
She married Stanley Garlick on July 26, 1952.
She lived in Laurens until moving to Crow Hill near Gilbert Lake...
Joan M. Bush
May 16, 2023
Mt. Vision – Joan M. Bush, 79, passed away at Bassett Medical Center, Cooperstown, on May 16, 2023 after a lengthy illness.
She was born November 8, 1943 in Oneonta, the daughter of Leonard and Marie (Vandermark) Wheeler.
After graduating...
Mary M. Kersman
May 16, 2023
Decatur – Mary M. Kersman, 70, passed away on May 16, 2023 with her entire family in her home.
She was born September 5, 1952 in Rockville Center, the daughter of Alexander and Mary (O'Connor) Cameron. She grew up in Islip, NY. She graduated from West Islip High School and received a BA in Child...
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