Obituaries
Published obituary notices from our community.
In Memory of Doris E Hage
Doris E. Hager, 86, of Bloomville, passed away on Sunday evening, January 19, 2025, at Robinson Terrace in Stamford surrounded by her family. Born on December 11, 1938, in Stamford, she was the daughter of the late Clifton and Ida Gertrude (Hinkley) Sackett. Doris was employed in the cafeteria at Stamford Central School and then worked for over 30 years at Audiosears in Stamford until her retirement in 1998. She also served for many years as a Town of Kortright election inspector. She was marri…
In Memory of Edward John Eckert
Edward John Eckert, 87, of Stamford, passed away on Sunday afternoon, January 19, 2025 at Robinson Terrace with his loving wife by his side. Born on July 23, 1937 in Tarrytown, NY, Edward was the son of the late John and Mary (Pollock) Eckert. He proudly served in the US Army from 1960 until his honorable discharge in 1963. Edward worked with the former Victory Market and retired from Great American as assistant manager of the Oneonta grocery market. He enjoyed watching television, word searche…
In Memory of William Bill Sprague
William “Bill” S. Sprague, age 50 of Roxbury, NY passed away January 14,2025 following a brief illness surrounded by his loving family. Bill was the son of the late Victor and Wilma (Simmons) Sprague. He was also predeceased by his brother Victor Sprague. Bill was the current Town of Roxbury Highway Superintendent. Bill had been with the highway department for 25 years. He was elected as superintendent in 2019. He also served as the treasurer of the Delaware County Highway Superintendent Associ…
In Memory of Arthur William Rood
1935 - 2025 On January 1, 2025, Arthur William Rood, surrounded by his loving family passed away at the age of 89. Art was born to Exton and Hester Rood on September 11, 1935. He graduated High School in Bloomfield, NY and continued his education attending Geneseo State College. Art knew his career was in the field of Education. He graduated from Geneseo State College in and went on to graduate from Iowa University with a degree in School Administration. Art started his career as teacher and ev…
In Memory of Micheal Mikey Kamna
Micheal (Mikey) Kamna was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who understood that the best memories came from the simplest moments. He appreciated the joy that came from spending time with his children, and he loved sitting in his truck with his one-year-old son and letting him pretend to drive. He took pride in all his daughters’ achievements and instilled in each of them the ethics of hard work. Micheal was able to walk at least one daughter down the aisle before his passing, and had th…
In Memory of Ruth Emma Endresen
Jefferson- Ruth Emma Endresen, 91, of Enid Road in Jefferson, was called home to Heaven on Monday, January 6, 2025, while her family was at her side. Born on February 19, 1933, in Westbury, NY, she was the daughter of Edmund Nickel and Emma (Stakey) Nickel. Ruth was the devoted wife of Otto Endresen, who she married on August 24, 1957. They were joined for nearly 60 years, when Otto preceded her in death on July 29, 2017. Her sisters, Lillian Stevens, Helena Gabrielsen, and Esther Michinski, an…
In Memory of Joanne Tibbatts
Joanne Tibbatts, of Middleburgh, passed away on January 7, 2025 surrounded by the love of her family. Joanne was born on April 10, 1948 in Fairfield, CT to Lucy (Nolfi) and Rocco Zuccarelli, Sr. She met the love of her life at 19 and was married on August 14, 1976 to Timothy Tibbatts, who will cherish her life and love forever. Together they began a family and Joanne loved nothing more than taking care of their home and tending to the everyday needs. Joanne looked forward to yearly vacations to…
In Memory of Dorothy Alton
Dorothy Alton,91, South Kortright, died peacefully Saturday December 7,2024 after a long illness. Dorothy was born June 4,1933 to John and Anna (Hafner) Stiber. On July 1,1951 she married Julian Alton Jr who preceded her on October 7,1989. She was a dedicated employee with Mallinckrodt Pharmaceutical for many years. The holidays were special to Dorothy, especially Christmas, as she enjoyed the tradition of preparing feasts for her family and spending time together. Dorothy is survived by her fo…
In Memory of Jeanne Soule
JEANNE CLAIRE (THOMPSON) SOULE, aged 80, was called home to glory on December 22, 2024, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s. Jeanne was born on October 30, 1944, to the late Clifford and Agnes (Brinkman) Thompson; the third of five children. Family meant the world to her and she wore the title of daughter, sister, wife, mom, grandma/mema and aunt proudly. In fact she was known colloquially as “Aunt Jeanne” to many children growing up in the Jewett area over the years. She is survived by her…
In Memory of John Lawler
John Lawler, 92, of Middleburgh, New York, passed away December 29, 2024 after a short illness. John was born April 30, 1932, in Queens, New York, and resided in New Jersey for 40 years until he retired to Middleburgh in 2012. John served in the US Navy Construction Battalion, the Seabees, in the 1950’s. After active duty, he remained in the Navy reserve while starting a career in the construction industry that began with a stint with the Army Corps of Engineers. Ultimately, John had a career o…
In Memory of Carl J Stefanik
Schoharie (Schoharie County)- Carl J. Stefanik, 84, a longtime resident of Schoharie, passed away on January 6, 2025. Carl was born on December 25th,1940 in Holyoke, Massachusetts to the late Paul and Helen (Tenczar) Stefanik. Carl was one of nine children. He attended Holyoke High School, and upon graduation, went on to attend Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, MA , where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, in 1962. He was a member of the Phi Sigma Kappa Fraterni…
In Memory of Mildred E Bogardus
Mildred E. Bogardus of Esperance, found eternal peace on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Millie was born on December 18,1929 in Barnerville to Golda (Strait) and Harry Graves and graduated from Cobleskill High School in 1947. Millie worked for almost 30 years at General Electric in Schenectady before retiring. She loved camping, collecting model farm toys, and driving her old golf cart around the property. She also loved visiting the Amish in Lancaster, PA on vacations and dining out at local resta…