Obituaries
Published obituary notices from our community.
In Memory of Ethel J Pierce
Schoharie: Ethel J. Pierce, 73 of Strawberry Lane in Schoharie passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, on Wednesday morning January 24, 2024 at Albany Medical Center. Ethel was born June 14, 1950 in Amsterdam, NY, a daughter to the late Leslie Pierce and Charline (Covey) Pierce. She attended school in Altamont and Schoharie. Ethel had several jobs over the years which included working for Darby Dental Supply in Altamont for 15 years. She loved to work and would put all her effort i…
In Memory of William Peter Brayton, Jr
We are saddened to announce the passing of William Peter Brayton, Jr, at the age of 70, of Kyle, Texas. Pete passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by the love of his two children, Zak and Ali. The two things in life that brought such great joy and pride, truly his role of Dad was one he embraced and he was an ever constant force in their lives. Pete was born in Plattsburgh, New York on October 19, 1953 to William Peter Brayton, Sr and Edna May (Cross) Brayton who predeceased him. He was…
In Memory of Joseph C Pleickhardt
Joseph C. Pleickhardt died peacefully on Sunday, January 14, 2024. Joe was born in Brooklyn on September 19, 1950 to Delores (Warwick) and Joseph Pleickhardt. Joe served multiple times in the United States Navy throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Many may remember him driving tour bus with K&K Bus Lines in Richmondville before retiring. He loved riding his motorcycles, collecting antique coins and in his younger years, he loved getting down on the floor and playing barbies with his granddaughter Je…
In Memory of Leslie Lee Cole Sr
Leslie Lee Cole Sr., known to his loved ones as Les, passed away on January 14, 2024, comfortably in his home in Schoharie, NY, after a long battle with COPD at the age of 73. He was born on January 25, 1950 in Seneca Falls, NY to Winifred and Douglas Cole. Les was a dairy farmer and truck driver for over 30 years, with hauling milk from local dairy farms being his favorite. Les had a dark sense of humor and a charismatic personality. He didn't know a stranger and loved making people laugh. He…
In Memory of Anthony Tony A Preston
Anthony “Tony” A. Preston, of Middleburgh, passed away peacefully at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, January 12, 2024 Tony was born 69 years ago on December 27, 1954 in Cobleskill and served his country in the United States Army from 1973 until his Honorable Discharge in 1979. Tony’s passions in life were farming and being with his animals. He also loved being an auctioneer, meeting and talking with people and stuff. He loved searching through f…
In Memory of Edward Raeder
Lifelong resident of Grand Gorge, Edward Raeder passed away unexpectedly on January 22,2024. He was born February 28, 1955 to Clarence And Ellen Raeder on the family farm on Ferris Hill. He was the youngest of 7 children. Ed Married Susan Wiedemann on August 7, 1976 at the Roxbury Methodist church. They made their home in Grand Gorge and raised two boys. Ed worked for Agway/Stamford Farmers Co-op for 45 years retiring in 2020. He was very proud to serve as a Roxbury town council member for 29 y…
In Memory of Robert Frank Clark
Robert Frank Clark, born September 20, 1939, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024. He was predeceased by his parents Frank and Jessy Clark. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Betty Lou Clark, and his children: Iven (Teresa) Clark, Alan (Alicia) Clark, James (Donna) Clark, Penny (Donald) Scully, Kimberly (John) Burdick, Kelly (Ken) Raeder, and Jason (Jennifer) Clark, sisters Ellen Morrell and Charlotte (Bill) Lyons, along with 16 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, nieces…
In Memory of Alfred Al C Hess
Alfred “Al” C. Hess, 92, passed away peacefully at home in Conesville on Thursday, January 11, 2024. Al was born on April 23, 1931 in Philadelphia, PA., spending much of his life in northern New Jersey and the last 30 years in Conesville, NY. The story of Al’s life was family and community service. His life in Cresskill, New Jersey was defined by Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Santa Claus, parades and the Easter bunny. He also served in the Cresskill OEM. His service in the Fire Department began at th…
In Memory of Charles Charlie W Sommers Jr
Charles (“Charlie”) W. Sommers Jr., a longtime resident of Harpersfield, bid farewell on January 12, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on November 11, 1940, Charlie grew up in the suburbs of New York City but chose to settle down amid the peaceful peaks and valleys of the gorgeous Catskill Mountains of central NY State. Graduating from Amherst College in 1963, where he notably captained the basketball team, Charlie continued his academic journey at New York University School of Law where he earned a…
In Memory of Lyle L Fitzpatrick
Schoharie (Schoharie County): Lyle L. Fitzpatrick 86, of Rickard Hill Road Schoharie, NY passed away Tuesday, January 9th at the Cobleskill Regional Hospital after a decline in his health. Lyle was born August 27, 1937 in Alma Wisconsin, a son of Frederick and Dorothy (Day) Fitzpatrick and graduated from Pine Plains High School in Wisconsin. He enlisted in the US Navy serving his country from 1956 to 1960 serving on board the USS Independence, among others, as a boilerman. Upon his honorable di…
In Memory of Ulrike Jesenitschnig
May 8, 1946 - January 2, 2024 Ulrike Jesenitschnig,77, formerly of Jefferson, NY, passed away after a brief battle with cancer, in Sun City West, AZ. Ulrike is survived by her husband of 59 years, Viktor Jesenitschnig, children Sabine, Renee (Scott), Victoria (Ivane), grandchildren, Victor (Jonna), Brittany (Brett), Erica, Anthony (Mallerie), Stephanie, and Nicole; great-grandchildren Cora, Ashton, Connor, and Elaina, brothers Klaus (Jean), and Jurgen (Liz) Hartmann, in-laws Robert and Lucy Jes…
In Memory of Rosemary Christoff-Dolan
Town of Wright (Schoharie County): Rosemary Christoff-Dolan 78, of Cook Road, Town of Wright, NY passed away Sunday, January 7th at the Albany Medical Center after a decline in health. Rosemary was born October 25, 1945 in Rochester, NY, a daughter of immigrants; Steven L. and Marie (Popova) Christoff. After graduating high school, she attended Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica, Hunter College and NYU in NYC where she received her Masters’ degree. She worked at various jobs until moving…