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Stephen C. Caezza

Stephen C. Caezza

May 16, 2023

Oneonta - Stephen C. Caezza, 73, passed away on May 16, 2023 at his home.

He was born March 2, 1950 in Suffolk, Virginia the son of John Joseph and Marjorie (Bowers) Caezza.

He graduated from Oxford Academy in 1968.  He was a member of the high school band and played the cornet.  He then...

Bonnie L. Banner

Bonnie L. Banner

May 15, 2023

S tuart, Florida - Bonnie L. Banner, 78, formerly of Schenevus, NY passed away May 15, 2023.

She was born March 16, 1945 in Oneonta, the daughter of Charles W. and Wilma (McCulley) Bramsen.

Bonnie graduated from Andrew S. Draper...

Robert "Moose" F. Davis

Robert "Moose" F. Davis

May 7, 2023

WORCESTER – Robert F. (Moose) Davis, 84, passed away peacefully at Chestnut Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Home in Oneonta on May 7, 2023.

A native of Decatur, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Kobe) Davis Jr.  He grew up in Worcester, graduating from Worcester Central School, being active in all sports, band, orchestra,...

June B. Sellick

June B. Sellick

May 5, 2023

HARTWICK - June B. Sellick, 85, went to be with the Lord on May 5, 2023.

She was born February 20, 1938 in Potsdam, the daughter of John and Alice (Hicks) Walts.

She is survived by her husband, Robert L. Sellick, whom she married on February 20, 2011; her son, Charles Wood; her brother, Ron...

John M. Kenney, Jr.

John M. Kenney, Jr.

May 3, 2023

Cooperstown - John M Kenney Jr, 84 "Jack" passed away May 3, 2023 surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness.

He was born June 13, 1938 in Brooklyn New York to the late John M Kenney Sr. and Margaret.

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Vera A. Head

Vera A. Head

Apr 23, 2023

Worcester - Vera A. Head, 99, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2023 at Bassett Medical Center, Cooperstown. She was born January 16, 1924 in Manhattan, the daughter of Joseph and Jennie (Yuvan) Pirc.  In her younger years, while living in New York City she worked as a milliner.  She spent summers and weekends in the country where she met...

Jean Ogle Hickey

Jean Ogle Hickey

Apr 20, 2023

In the home of her daughter Lisa Christian, Jean Ogle Hickey passed on 20 April 2023 in Fort Pierce, Florida. She was 93.

Jean Ogle was born on 12 May 1929 to Lillian Hicks Ogle and Robert Carroll Ogle and grew up in Ithaca where her father was a professor at Cornell University. Jean loved ice skating,...

Joan Grace Finnegan

Joan Grace Finnegan

Apr 14, 2023

Oneonta - On the morning of Friday, April 14, 2023, Joan Grace Finnegan passed away at the age of 74.

Joan was the lifelong love of her husband, Bob Finnegan, and mother of Jennifer, Keri and Kristen. She was the grandmother of Brodie Leahy, Abbriele Leahy, Jonathan Patruno and Christopher Patruno. Her son in laws, David Patruno...

Michael Pagillo Sr.

Michael Pagillo Sr.

Apr 8, 2023

Bloomville – Michael Pagillo, Sr., 82, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2023 at his home.

He was born March 7, 1941 in Brooklyn, the son of Louis and Rose (Vignola) Pagillo.

Michael married Susan Skala on February 22, 1960 in South Carolina.  In 1967 they moved upstate New York from Islip.

Michael retired...

Estella M. Trask

Estella M. Trask

Apr 7, 2023

SCHENEVUS – Estella M. Trask, 98, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, April 7, 2023.

She was born May 9, 1924 in Kortright, the daughter of Ford and Edith (Nimocks) VanBuren.

Estella graduated from Milford Central School, Class of 1943.

She married Donald L. Trask on April 23, 1949 in Otego....

Adrienne D. Keach

Adrienne D. Keach

Apr 4, 2023

Oneonta - Adrienne D. Keach, 51, passed away April 4, 2023.

She was born September 19, 1971 in Binghamton, the daughter of William and Deborah (Gavula) Saroka.

Adrienne adored her family and animals most especially her grandchildren.  She was full of life.

She was predeceased by her "husband" companion of 20 years, Leo...

Roger A. Boulay

Roger A. Boulay

Mar 25, 2023

Oneonta – Roger A. Boulay, 64, passed away at home with his wife Amy by his side on March 25, 2023.

He was born on February 23, 1959 in Heidelberg, Germany, the son of Gilbert and Erna (Prinzl) Boulay.

Roger graduated from Unatego Central School, Class of 1977 and from SUNY Oneonta, Class of 1982. ...

Henry "Gege" J. Carrasco Sr.

Henry "Gege" J. Carrasco Sr.

Mar 21, 2023

Worcester – Henry "Gege" J. Carrasco Sr. passed away at home unexpectedly on March 21, 2023.

He was born February 2, 1961 in Brooklyn the son of Alicia and Walter Baldwin and was raised in West Brighton, New York.

At the age of 18, Gege married Marie Perkert on October 25, 1980 at Mount Carmel...

John W. Laitsch

John W. Laitsch

Mar 19, 2023

John William Laitsch

January 21, 1924 – March 19, 2023

Oneonta - John William Laitsch passed away peacefully after a full 99 years of well-lived life.

John was born and raised in Milwaukee, WI by his parents William and Alma Laitsch, the first of two sons.

John proudly served...

Charles M. Bostwick

Charles M. Bostwick

Mar 14, 2023

Cooperstown Junction – Charles M. Bostwick, 78, passed away March 14, 2023 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown surrounded by his loving family.

Chuck was born June 6, 1944 at home in Cooperstown Junction, the son of Ellery M. and Dorothy (Quick) Bostwick.

He served in the United States Navy from 1961 to 1966, then...

Richard Stannard

Richard Stannard

Mar 12, 2023

Richard Stannard, Jr. of Davenport, NY passed away on March 12, 2023, surrounded by loved ones at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown, NY.

Richard was born on February 12, 1939 in Jefferson, NY where he was raised and attended high school.

On November 21, 1960, Richard Stannard, Jr. wed Volneta Strobeck in Jefferson, NY. Together they...

Cynthia M. Starr

Cynthia M. Starr

Mar 12, 2023

Cynthia Marie Starr, 62, of Oneonta, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023, surrounded by her children and grandchildren.

Born February 2, 1961, in Oneonta, NY, she was the daughter of Johnathan and Patricia (Hulbert) Dean.

She married Donald Starr Jr. on June 4, 1977, and had a small wedding...

Albert C. Ferrera

Albert C. Ferrera

Mar 7, 2023

Oneonta – Albert Charles Ferrera, 81, passed away March 7, 2023 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown.

He was born February 24, 1942 in Binghamton, the son of Albert A. and Erma (Ricks) Ferrera of Deposit.

Al graduated from Deposit Central School and Cornell University with a Chemical Engineer degree.

He was a...

Lloyd "Ted" L. Fraser

Lloyd "Ted" L. Fraser

Mar 6, 2023

Oneonta - Lloyd L. Fraser "Ted", 76, also known as "The Wise Guy" died peacefully at his home on Monday, March 6, 2023.

He was born December 3, 1946 in Oneonta.  After graduating Oneonta High School in June 1965, he proudly served in the United States Navy from 1965 to 1968, during that time he was deployed...

Nicholas Coscia Iii

Nicholas Coscia Iii

Feb 25, 2023

Oneonta - Nicholas Coscia III, 61, passed away February 25, 2023 at his home on Browne Street, Oneonta., NY

He is survived by his parents, Nicholas and Sandra Coscia; sister, Renee and her husband Vincent Cassese and their 3 daughters, Nicholas' nieces, Victoria, Marisa and Kristin; uncles Kenneth Coscia and his wife, Barbara and Peter Strand and...

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