Obituary Listing

Apr 29, 2021

Worcester - Jeffrey Robert Milavec, 56, passed away at his home on April 29, 2021 following a courageous three-year battle with cancer surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on January 6, 1965 at AO Fox Hospital, Oneonta, the son of Robert Frank and Nancy (Green) Milavec.

He...

Apr 28, 2021

Douglas Stratton Fielder, Oneonta, died on April 28, 2021 after a decades-long battle with Parkinson's Disease.

Doug was born on July 22, 1940 in Washington DC, the son of Albert G. and Kathryn (Welch) Fielder. Doug grew up in the DC area and went to Virginia Military Institute, graduating in 1962.  He then attended the University of...

Apr 25, 2021

WESTFORD - Peter Mravlja passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ April 25, 2021 he was 68 years old.

Peter was a 1970 graduate of Draper Central School in Schenevus, NY.  Following graduation Peter attended Alfred College where he completed a certificate for Automotive Specialist (Truck and Diesel).

In 1972,...

Apr 24, 2021

ONEONTA - Lillian Dox (née Marquardt), 91, of Oneonta passed away peacefully on April 24, 2021.

She was born in Merrick, New York to Martin and Lillian Marquardt.  In 1941, the Marquardt family moved to a dairy farm in Richmondville, NY, where Lillian grew up with her two sisters.  She graduated from Richmondville Central School and continued...

Apr 23, 2021

Worcester – Gary M. Pongrac, 71, went home to be with the Lord on April 23, 2021.

He was born September 20, 1949 in Perth Amboy, NJ, the son of John and Clarita (Page) Pongrac.

Gary worked for Twin County Groceries in Edison, NJ for 25 years.  After retirement he moved to Decatur, where he...

Apr 17, 2021

ONEONTA – Caroline V. Bailey, 92, went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on April 17, 2021, she passed peacefully at home.

She was born November 21, 1928 in Oneonta, the daughter of Charles and Myrtle (Saunders) Vroman.

Caroline graduated from Oneonta High School. Caroline married Calvert I. Bailey on October 10, 1964 in...

Apr 10, 2021

"I can't wait to meet Jesus!" These are the words she often spoke that now give us comfort as we announce the death of Patricia D. (Seward) Leon, 79, on April 10, 2021.

Patty was a devoted Christian who spent most mornings singing those church hymns that would cause her to close her eyes and smile, her...

Apr 10, 2021

Worcester – Joseph George Smaila III, 92, went home to be with the Lord on April 10, 2021.

Joe is survived by his wife, Jean Smaila of 20 years; son, Joseph "Buzz" and wife, Rita Smaila; daughter, Andria "Andi" Smaila; grandchildren, Christine (Smaila) and husband, Justin Soudant, Sara (Smaila) and husband, Brendan McGrath; great-grandson, Joshua Soudant; sister-in-law,...

Apr 6, 2021

Tyler Green, 23, Oneonta, died at Albany Medical Center, on Tuesday, April 6, 2021.

Tyler is survived by his mother, Rachel Calvey; his son, Grayson Green; his sisters, Shelby Mochrie and Crystal Green; his niece, Sofia Mochrie; his aunt, Kelly Wilde and his grandmother, Maureen Haviland.

He is predeceased by his father, Robert Green and...

Mar 31, 2021

Maryland – Ronald E. Shutters, 89, passed on March 31, 2021 at Bassett Medical Center, Cooperstown.

He was born December 6, 1931 in Oneonta, the son of Estes and Helen (Barnes) Shutters.

Ronald married Doris M. Davis in July of 1951.

He held a number of jobs during his life.  He was a...

Mar 29, 2021

Oneonta – Thaddeus Brown, 60, died March 29, 2021 at his home. He was born July 29, 1960, the son of Thaddeus and Dorothy (Griffin) Brown. Thaddeus lived at Springbrook (formerly Upstate Homes) since 1978. He worked at ARC Browne Street Sheltered Workshop. He is survived by many family and friends. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m., Wednesday,...

Mar 22, 2021

Wayne Steven Hitchcock, 66, passed away on March 22, 2021.

He was born at Oneonta's A.O. Fox Hospital on November 14, 1954, son of Harry and Laura (Austin) Hitchcock.

Wayne was a lifelong area resident of Oneonta. He had been employed by many local businesses in Oneonta.  Friendly's Restaurant, Taylor's Gas Stations, Oneonta City School...

Mar 22, 2021

Hudson, FL – David John Brienza, 63, died in March of 2021 at Pinellas Park Care Center, Pinellas, FL.

David was born April 3, 1957 and grew up in Oneonta, NY.  He was an avid fisherman.

He married Nancy Marullo on February 4, 1978.  Together they had 2 children. ...

Mar 13, 2021

Stuart W. Thomas Sr., 95, of Worcester NY, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2021.

He was a World War II United States Navy Veteran as a member of the Armed Guard. His Career spanned many years as a Draftsman, Industrial Aerospace Engineer, an avid woodworker, traveler and loving father of 3, grandfather to 5 and great...

Mar 11, 2021

ONEONTA - Joan DiMartin passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021.

Joan was born August 9, 1930 in Oneonta, NY, the daughter of Lawrence and Beatrice (Perry) Smith.

Joan attended Oneonta schools, graduating from OHS in 1948. After graduation she was employed by the NYS Health Department for several years. Joan attended St. Mary's Catholic Church...

Mar 10, 2021

Charlotteville - Derek Edward Roe II, beloved son of Derek and Dawn Roe and Josephine and Charlie Krause, brother to Taylor Lopez and husband, Tomy and step brother to Christopher and Cassy Krause, Savannah and Eddie Dufur, passed away on March 10, 2021, 3 days before his 26 th birthday.

Derek was the most gentle of souls...

Mar 8, 2021

DECATUR - Phil Koerner, 76, passed away on March 8, 2021.

He was predeceased by his wife, Lorraine and is survived by daughter, Kristine; son, Philip, and grandchildren, Samantha, Jacob and Maddison.

Phil was a United States Navy veteran. He worked for the D&H Railroad and finished his 30+ year career retiring from Amtrack.

Mar 5, 2021

Schenevus- Kurt A. Prager, 50, passed away peacefully March 5, 2021 after a long health battle.

He was the son of Henry A. and Mildred J. (McMillen) Prager, both of whom have predeceased him.

Kurt married the love of his life and soulmate Karen A. Prager in 2010.  They have been inseparable.

He...

Mar 1, 2021

Oneonta - Nancy Garufi, 83, passed away Monday, March 1, 2021 at A.O. Fox Nursing Home in Oneonta.

She was born on July 12, 1937 in Frazzano, Sicily, the daughter of Lorenzo and Rosalia Frisenda.

At 18 years old, Nancy came to the United States and settled in Cold Spring, NY. Her first job was...

Feb 25, 2021

P. Elliott DuBois passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 10:45 pm at Fox Nursing Home in Oneonta, NY.  Thankfully, the family was able to be at his side at various times during his final days before "going home", for which he was prepared and eagerly awaiting.

Paul Elliott, known as Elliott because his father's name was...