Obituaries
Published obituary notices from our community.
In Memory of Julia A Castillo
Julia A. Castillo, born Julia A. Harty to Joseph Harty and Margaret Wolshenk-Harty on March 17, 1942 in Manhattan, N.Y. She passed peacefully on December 11, 2025.She was one of eleven (11) brothers and sisters. Julia is the wife of Manuel Castillo II, for 63 for very happy years. Julia is the mother of three (3) children, Julia, Joann and Manuel the III, who currently live in the Catskill Mountains, N.Y. She is the grandmother to six (6) and the great grandmother to seven (7). She was a kind h…
In Memory of Edmund Alvah Armstrong
April 3, 1933 – December 19, 2025 Ed’s life was defined by service – to his community, to the land he loved, and above all, to his family. Born in Freehold, Ed grew up on his family’s farm in Cornwallville, where he learned early the values of hard work, responsibility, and commitment. A 1951 graduate of Cairo High School, he dedicated more than five decades – age 15 to 67 – to running the family farm, a place that shaped his character and anchored his life. Ed’s devotion to his community was u…
In Memory of Joe Cooper III
Everything about Christmas brings love to mind, and the same can be said of Joe Cooper, III, who found eternal love and peace on Saturday, December 13, 2025, after his second courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by those who loved him most. Joe was born on October 30, 1993, in Covington, Louisiana, to Tina Rohacevich (Fisher) and Joe Cooper, Jr. He later graduated from Gilboa-Conesville Central School in 2011. Like many little boys who grow into energetic teenagers, Joe poured his energy i…
In Memory of Janet W Tinkler
Janet W. Tinkler, of Middleburgh, found peace on December 14, 2025 from failing health. She was born 85 years ago on the family farm in Middleburgh, to Ina and Leonard Wood and graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1957. She attended Mildred Elly Business School in Albany and worked for many local businesses over the years including Pauline Frank’s Insurance office, Lenny’s Tire and Cleary’s 5&10 Cent Store. Many will remember her last position at the Schoharie County Dept. of Motor Vehi…
In Memory of Joseph Joe Stock, Jr
Joseph “Joe” Stock, Jr., of Endicott, formerly of Gilboa/Stamford, NY, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at Mercy House in Endicott. Born on June 7, 1958 in Queens, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Loretta (Mueller) Stock. Joe worked for his family at the former Nickerson’s Campground in Gilboa. He enjoyed watching old western movies and western wear. He is survived by his sister: Catherine Weredyk of Saugerties, a brother: Kevin (Pam) Stock of Gilboa; along with his nieces an…
In Memory of Teresa Ann Meade
Schoharie: Teresa Ann Meade, Esq. 68, of Schoharie passed away suddenly Tuesday, December 9th at her home. Teresa was born October 8, 1957 in Cobleskill, NY, a daughter of Keith R. and Marion (Numann) Meade. She graduated from Schoharie High School and then graduated from the Law Program at Albany Law School of Union University. Following a brief employment at AVCO, a Goldman Sachs affiliate in Albany, she returned to Schoharie as one of the first woman attorneys to practice law in Schoharie Co…
In Memory of Dimitri Cuttita
June 21, 1937- December 10, 2025 Dimitri “Jim” Cuttita, age 88, entered peacefully into eternal life on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 in the home he built with love. Jim was born in Brooklyn, New York on June 21, 1937, to Anna and Carmen (Carl) Cuttita. Jim grew up at 336 Ocean Parkway with his siblings, the triplets, Joanie, Rosemarie, and Carl (all deceased). When he was eight years old, he lost his father. Even at this young age, he helped his family by working many odd jobs with his uncles a…
In Memory of Todd Matthews
Todd Matthews, affectionately known by friends and family as Tad-Me-Ladd and Toddle Waddle Fishtail, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the young age of 57. He was born on January 27, 1968, at The Catskill Hospital to Evalena Joan Gates and the late Harry William Matthews Jr. Todd grew up in Jewett and Windham, NY, where he attended WAJ School, and later moved to Freehold, NY. He dedicated his career to the security field, working with Brinks Armored Car, S&T Security,…
In Memory of Dorothy A McAvoy
Dorothy A. McAvoy, 84, our cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend passed away peacefully after a year- long illness on Monday, December 1, 2025 at her home, with her family by her side. Dorothy “Dottie” was born on March 6,1941 in Brooklyn, NY to Pasquale & Genovannina Maria Rossi and attended Midwood High School. She met the love of her life, Allen C. McAvoy in 1955 and they were married on December 4,1957, two crazy kids in love! In 1969, Dorothy and Allen moved the fami…
In Memory of Pamela Lee Harris
Pamela Lee Harris, 83, of Grand Gorge NY, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, surrounded by family and love at her granddaughter's home. Born May 16, 1942, in Port Chester, New York, Pam attended school in Momaronak. She moved to Delaware County after graduating in 1960. In the Catskills she worked the family farm, raised her 6 children and kept busy cleaning for local businesses and families. She was employed at the Stamford Community Hospital until it's change to Robinson Terrace Nurs…
In Memory of George Freeman
George Joseph Freeman, born on September 4, 1931, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, at the age of 94. George was the beloved husband of the late Catherine Freeman and the devoted father of Regina Mazzoli (Julio Mazzoli), Susan Flanagan (Patrick Flanagan), Nancy Gunther (Randy Gunther), and the late Walter Freeman. He was the cherished grandfather of Katie Flanagan, Peter Mazzoli (Megan Mazzoli), Kelly Flanagan (Alex Flanagan), Lauren Zavala (Mitch Zavala), Robert Gunther (Ashley Gunth…
In Memory of James Todd
James William “Chief Jim” Todd, 86, of Fleischmanns, New York, passed away on November 28, 2025. Born on November 11, 1939, in Englewood, New Jersey, Jim lived a life marked by dedication—to his family, his community, and his principles. Jim graduated from Fleischmanns High School and went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Marine Corps from June 26, 1958, to April 26, 1962. Following his military service, he returned home, married the love of his life, and joined the famil…