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Tyler Green
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...
Ronald E. Shutters
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...
Thaddeus Brown
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,...
Wayne S. Hitchcock
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...
David John Brienza
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. ...
Stuart W. Thomas Sr.
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...
Joan Dimartin
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...
Derek Edward Roe Ii
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...
Philip N. Koerner
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.
...Kurt A. Prager
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...
Nancy Garufi
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...
P. Elliott Dubois
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...
Russell L. Hotaling
Feb 23, 2021
Oneonta – Russell L. Hotaling, 96, passed away February 23, 2021 at A.O. Fox Nursing Home, Oneonta.
He was born February 16, 1925 in Hamden, the son of Myron and Elsie (Congdon) Hotaling.
Russell was a Untied States Navy veteran serving during World War II.
He worked at AV Mincolla in Oneonta in...
Joyce A. Stafford
Feb 21, 2021
Worcester – Joyce Ann (Anderson) Stafford, 77, died February 21, 2021 at her daughter's residence in Worcester after a short illness.
Born November 25, 1943 in Poolesville, Maryland, to the late James and Mae Anderson.
Mrs. Stafford had worked various jobs throughout her life, but her most rewarding accomplishment was caring for her 6 children,...
Thomas E. Hickey
Feb 15, 2021
On Presidents' Day the 15 of February 2021, at the age of 91, Thomas Eddy Hickey passed on at Cooperstown Rehabilitation and Nursing. By his side were his class="widget-2d918b u_1031273918 dmCustomWidget" data-lazy-load="false" data-title="" id="1031273918" dmle_extension="custom_extension" data-element-type="custom_extension" icon="false" surround="false" .99 pair of reading glasses, Ron Chernow's 1100-page history of President Ulysses S. Grant, and a photograph of his wife of 67 years, Jean O. Hickey.
A lifelong resident...
Thomas Spina, Sr.
Feb 9, 2021
Worcester, NY - Thomas Spina, Sr., 85, passed away February 9, 2021 at his home from Alzheimer's disease.
He was born on January 5, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Carlo and Maria Spina.
He married Lillian C. Schweinfurth on August 27, 1955.
He and his family have lived in Worcester for...
Charles M. Rizzo
Jan 30, 2021
Oneonta – Charles M. Rizzo, 97, passed away January 30, 2021 at A.O. Fox Nursing Home, Oneonta.
He was born December 30, 1923 in Brooklyn, the son of Carlo Salvatore and Sofia (Notaro) Rizzo.
He married Dorothy Sammon on March 23, 1953 in Carteret, NJ. She predeceased him on July 23, 1997.
Charles...
Clara F. Waring
Jan 28, 2021
Oneonta – Clara F. Waring, 99, passed away peacefully at A.O. Fox Nursing Home, Oneonta.
She was born March 3, 1921 in Kortright, the daughter of Myron and Elsie (Congdon) Hotaling.
Clara worked for Amphenol in Sidney in the production and inspection department.
She was a member of the Oneonta Moose Club for...
Barbara Hosier
Jan 26, 2021
Barbara Hosier, 85, went home to begin her next adventure after a brief illness on January 26, 2021. Her spirit was willing to stay, but her body was tired.
Barbara was born June 04, 1935 and lived in Maple Valley in Westford, NY on her family's farm. She was the oldest of Stephan and Marion's three daughters....
Frank S. Siwiec
Jan 24, 2021
Frank Siwiec passed away peacefully on January 24, 2021 at The Plains, Oneonta.
He was born September 2, 1931 in Glen Cove, Long Island, the son of Frank and Viola Siwiec.
He is survived by 7 children and their spouses, Steven Siwiec (Elizabeth) of Denmark, Susan Biederman (David) of Florida, Stacie Ambrose (John) of Virginia,...
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