Obituaries
Published obituary notices from our community.
In Memory of Frank J Blankowitz
Cobleskill (Schoharie County): Frank J. Blankowitz 79, of Cobleskill, NY, formerly of Richmondville, went to heaven Friday, January 16th at the A.O. Fox Nursing Home in Oneonta after a long illness. Frank was born March 6. 1946 in Manhattan, a son of Frank and Mary (Stolsitz) Blankowitz. He worked for Middle Country School in Centereach, NY as the Head Bus Mechanic for 20 years. He and his wife, Martha moved upstate, building their home in 1990 and opened Frank’s Country Auto in Richmondville a…
In Memory of Catherine Cama
April 25, 1930 – December 25, 2025 Catherine Cama, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully on Christmas day, December 25, 2025, at the Inn at Poland Way in Poland, Ohio at the age of 95. Catherine was born April 25, 1930, in Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of Joseph Maffa and Anna (Chiacchiera) Maffa. There she spent her formative years surrounded by family and traditional values. Throughout her life, her New York roots remained a proud part of her identity. She learned a…
In Memory of Paul A Pagano
Paul A. Pagano, loving son, brother, uncle and friend, found eternal peace on Monday, January 5, 2026. Paul was born 46 years ago on January 10, 1979 in Brooklyn, to Linda and Donald Pagano and his life was nothing short of amazing. Gifted musically, Paul was 1st chair flautist through High School and College and loved sharing the gift of music with others. He sang with several church choirs through the years and performed with the Metropolitan Opera and also in several Off-Broadway productions…
In Memory of Michael J Dugan
Michael J. Dugan, of Middleburgh, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026 A native of the Bronx, NY, Michael was born to Grace (Nelson) and Edward Dugan. Michael served proudly in the United States Air Force from 1974-1979, serving as a Security Police K-9 handler stationed both in the US and overseas. Returning from active service to the Bronx, he went on to join the NYPD Auxiliary Police and then finally a 33-year career with U.S. Customs, as a Narcotics Detecting Dog Handler, befo…
In Memory of John A Rice, Jr
John A. Rice, Jr., age 73, of Stamford, NY, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born on September 28, 1952, John lived a full and active life rooted in love, hard work, and quiet strength. John was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He will be remembered by family and friends for his kind heart, quick sense of humor, and unwavering love for his family. A lifelong and devoted fan of the Buffalo Bills, John also enjoyed watching NASCAR and spending time…
In Memory of Louise Mudge
Louise Annette Mudge, 91, of Roxbury, NY passed away with her family by her side on December 28, 2025 at her son Tommy’s house in Catskill. She was born on August 12, 1934, the daughter of the late Earl “Pete” and Erma (Ostrander) Moore. Louise graduated from Gilboa-Conesville Central School in 1952 where she enjoyed sports and excelled in basketball. Upon graduation, she built a family with Thomas A. Mudge with seven children which spanned the next 30+ years until his death in 1984. Mom took g…
In Memory of William Dunbar
William Audry Dunbar, affectionately known as "Hound Dog" to his countless friends and loving family, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 5, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was 68. He was born on Thursday, August 15, 1957 in Catskill, a son of the late William and Margaret (née Bernhard) Dunbar. He graduated from WAJHS 1975. He wore many hats with pride: a past chief of the Windham Fire Department and a long-time employee of the Greene County Highway Department, re…
In Memory of Steven J LaMont
Steven J. LaMont, of Middleburgh, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of his home, on Thursday, January 1, 2026. Steve was born 78 years ago in Schenectady, on September 28, 1947 to the late Nellie (Mattice) and John LaMont. He graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1965 and attended SUNY Cobleskill. Steve worked many places, lastly as a mechanic with Loretex in Guilderland Center. He enjoyed helping friends and sharing his mechanical prowess but his greatest passion was researching, s…
In Memory of Gerry A Layton
Gerry A. Layton, of Middleburgh, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025. He was born 71 years ago on April 8, 1954 in Hazen, North Dakota, one of 10 siblings, to Ethel (Skager) and Arnold Layton and graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1972. Gerry worked in construction at Three Mile Island in Pennsylvania, also at Skinner Chevrolet in Middleburgh and most recently at Rensselaerville Body Shop. A talented craftsman, Gerry especially enjoyed working with wood, building cabinets, sev…
In Memory of Donald Lee Palmatier, Jr
Donald Lee Palmatier, Jr., of Cobleskill, formerly of Middleburgh, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 29, 2025 with his family by his side. Don was born 47 years ago on January 31,1978 in Albany to Alice D. (Young) Palmatier and the late Donald L. Palmatier Sr. and graduated from Middleburgh Central School. Don worked at SUNY Cobleskill for ten years cooking and helping wherever he was needed. He loved wrestling and NASCAR racing. Loving Don forever are his mother: Alice D. Palmatier of…
In Memory of Patricia H Brown
Warnerville (Schoharie County): Patricia H. Brown 81, of Mickle Hollow Road, Warnerville, NY passed away Monday, December 29th at Hudson Park Nursing Home in Albany following a diagnosis of ALS. Pat was born April 2, 1944 in the Town of Fulton, NY, a daughter of Leo and Audrey (Killmeier) Bouck. She graduated from Middleburgh High School and would later marry Victor Brown on May 29, 1966. Pat was a medical secretary first with the Greenlees, Riley and Drew medical practice of Cobleskill and lat…
In Memory of Patricia M Ritrovato
Patricia M. Ritrovato passed away on December 29, 2025 at Fox Nursing Home in Oneonta, NY. She was born 97 years ago on October 6, 1928 in Mount Vernon, to Mary (McHugh) and William J. Van Wie. She graduated from Tuckahoe High School and Stevens College in Missouri. She married Paul J. Ritrovato on August 22,1952 in Wadena, Minnesota before moving to Schoharie County and raising six children. Pat loved to travel, garden, be involved in church and community activities. She was an excellent artis…