Obituaries
Published obituary notices from our community.
In Memory of Barbara V Mueller - 10 October 2025
Barbara V. Mueller, passed peacefully to meet her savior Jesus in the presence of her family and her dear caretaker Trish. It happened that this patriot came to the end of her 90 years on September 11th, Patriot Day. She had the great privilege of being cared for in her Roxbury, NY home by her son, Eric. These later years were challenging, especially after she lost Richard. Family and friends enjoyed a 90-year celebration in September of last year that included a private Bag Piping concert at K…
In Memory of Ronald Oppici
Ronald L. Oppici, beloved father, and grandfather, passed away on September 7, 2025, at the age of 66. He was born on October 27, 1958, in Jersey City, NJ, and later made his home in Sharon Springs, where he lived for many years. Ron was a man of many talents and interests. He was happiest outdoors, enjoying the quiet of fishing and the tradition of hunting. A true handyman, he was always ready to lend his skills to family, friends, and neighbors. He had a passion for music and classic cars, an…
In Memory of Walter G Buck Berdan
Walter G. “Buck” Berdan passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025, surrounded by family after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was born on July 29, 1949 to Leonard and Margaret (Bliss) Berdan. Buck grew up hiking, camping, swimming and caving all over New York with his brothers, and his many cousins and friends. He was an Eagle Scout, a certified scuba diver, enjoyed sailing his numerous boats over the years, and he was an avid winter camper. Buck graduated from Schoharie Central Scho…
In Memory of David L McCabe
David L. McCabe, of Mill Valley Road, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 in his home, with his family, after a courageous fight with cancer. Courage was born with David, 69 years ago on October 16, 1955 as he was delivered prematurely to Tressa Osterhoudt and William J. McCabe at St. Claire’s Hospital in Schenectady and was held in an incubator until he was strong enough to come home. David graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1974 and remained close with his classmates…
In Memory of James A Spencer
James A. Spencer, 91, of Middleburgh, New York, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, in Cobleskill, New York. A lifelong resident of Middleburgh, Jim was born on July 6, 1934, at the former Bull’s Head Inn in Middleburgh, the son of the late Frank R. Spencer and Matilda (Rivenburg) Spencer. He was married to his beloved wife, Eleanor (Borgelt) Spencer, for 52 years until her passing in 2024. Together, they built a strong family and a lasting legacy of service and devotion. After graduatin…
In Memory of Rev Paul Sartell Moore Sr
Rev. Paul Sartell Moore Sr. passed into eternity on the evening of August 24, 2025 in Kingston, NY. Born to Rev. Sartell Prentice and Viola May (Pace) Moore on June 17, 1942 at Montclair Community Hospital, he was the last of five children. He spent his childhood years growing up in the churches his father pastored including those in Lewisburg, PA, Maine, and New Jersey. Out of high school his career path was quite diverse, and as a young husband included everything from touring as the bass sin…
In Memory of Rick Bussa
Rick Bussa, born January 28, 1956, passed quietly in August. A caring, generous man, Rick wore many hats. He was a licensed home health aide, an executive chef, and a lover of antiques which could be found on Main Street in Margaretville in his lovely little shop Rick's attic. A remembrance of Life ceremony will be held September 13th, to RSVP for directions and time, please email: dkao7777@gmail.com
In Memory of James L Rossman
August 9, 1954 - August 19, 2025 It is with a heavy heart that the family of James L. Rossman, 71, of Schenevus, NY, shares that he passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown, NY. James was born in Vega, NY, on August 9, 1954, to Barnet and Alice (Wright) Rossman, Sr. Later in his childhood, his family moved to Halcottsville, NY, and he went on to complete high school in 1973 from Roxbury Central School. On July 15, 1978, James wed the love of his life, Debra…
In Memory of Edson C Lindsey
Esperance (Schoharie County): Edson C. Lindsey 84, of Creekside Lane, Esperance, NY, passed away Tuesday, August 19th at the Glendale Home. Mr. Lindsey was born November 21, 1940 in Potsdam, NY, a son of Edson R. and Mary Mabel (Russell) Lindsey. He graduated from St. Regis Falls High School, class of 1959 and later, enlisted in the US Marine Corps. He honorably served his country for the next 4 years stationed in Cherry Point, Japan, and Camp Lejune as a supply clerk. He returned home after hi…
In Memory of Kathy A Ryan
Kathy A. Ryan, of Stone Store Road, found eternal peace on Thursday, August 14, 2025. She was born 69 years ago in Schenectady to Eleanor (Alexander) and Edward Iwan and worked for many years as an LPN with O.D. Heck. Kathy loved making crafts and painting, horses and horseback riding, lunching and visiting with friends and attending the Sprakers Reformed Church. Her gardens were always beaming with beautiful flowers and the soft scent of her lavender, and her world absolutely circled around he…
In Memory of Elizabeth Terriquez
April 20, 1930 - August 14, 2025 Oneonta – Elizabeth Terriquez, 95, passed away August 14, 2025 at the Cooperstown Center. She was born April 20, 1930 in Manhattan, the daughter of John and Sarah (Cordero) Aravena. Elizabeth married Gilbert Manuel Terriquez on October 8, 1948 in New York City. He predeceased her on February 17, 2011. Elizabeth taught dance at the Arthur Murray Studio in New York City. She worked at Germaine Monteil in both Manhattan and Deer Park for 23 years, retiring as a sup…
In Memory of Israel Izzy Luis Rivera
Israel “Izzy” Luis Rivera, 53, passed away on August 1, 2025, in Arkville, New York. Born on May 16, 1972, in Fresno, California. Izzy brought warmth and laughter to those around him throughout his life. Izzy is lovingly remembered by his wife, Michele Rivera; his mother Lydia Garduno (Mario); his sister, Renee (Angel) Pacheco; and his brother, Dario Pacheco (Melissa). He was a father to Matthew Reed and Alexandra Rivera and a proud stepfather to Tiffany Zullin (Kyle Goodchild) and Taylor Zulli…