Obituaries

Elnora Cole Mulford

Elnora Cole Mulford

Sep 30, 2013

Windham- Elnora Cole Mulford, 97, passed away September 30, 2013. Born on October 21, 1915 in Windham, she was the daughter of the late Grover and Leone Jessie (Cole) Maben. Elnora enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren; she also enjoyed crocheting, sewing, gardens and her flowers. She is survived by her children George (Renee) Mulford of Windham, Gordon (Judy) Mulford...

Violet E. Cross

Violet E. Cross

Sep 28, 2013

Violet E. Cross born on March 23, 1923 wife, mother, grandmother and sister passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2013 after a long illness. A lifelong resident of the area she worked with her husband Bruce on the family farm in North Lexington for over 40 years. During her retirement she worked as a senior companion for a number of...

Kenneth A. Rappleyea

Kenneth A. Rappleyea

Sep 25, 2013

Kenneth Andrew Rappleyea, 90, formerly of Prattsville, NY, passed away on September 25, 2013 after a brief illness. He was born in Lexington, NY, September 10, 1923 to the late Claude A. and Mable (Deyo) Rappleyea. Ken graduated from Gilboa-Conesville Central School, and attended accounting classes at SUNY Oneonta. He married Hope Ann Sohmer on April 6, 1946 in Saint...

Irene F. Barber

Irene F. Barber

Sep 19, 2013

Delanson- Irene F. Barber, 89, passed on September 19, 2013. She was born on February 3, 1924 to the late Ernest and Florence James in Knox, NY. Irene married the late Milton H Barber Sr. in 1947. She loved gardening, canning and baking. She loved farming and rural life. She is survived by her daughter Janet (Michael) Bertrand of Duanesburg...

Joy Scano

Joy Scano

Sep 8, 2013

Haines Falls, NY- Joy Scano ,81 died peacefully in her sleep on Sunday Sept. 8,2013. She was surrounded by her loving family for the previous two days .She was loved by many people and she will be greatly missed. She was born on April 11,1932 the daughter of Herman and Martha (nee Murphy) Emery in Louisville, Ky. She was predeceased...

Robert Burns

Robert Burns

Sep 4, 2013

Robert Burns, 85, passed peacefully into God's hands on Septermber 4, 2013.  Robert was a member of the Altamont community for over 30 years.  Often known as "Dancing Bob" and "The Mayor" he loved his community and cherished the relationships he made over the years there.  He never missed the annual Fireman's Ball and was a proud member of his...

Daniel Ricketts

Daniel Ricketts

Aug 31, 2013

East Berne- Daniel Ricketts “Rooster”, 50, passed away on August 31, 2013 at home following a tragic ATV accident. He was born in Albany, NY to Lora Richardson and the late Raymond Ricketts. Dan worked for United Parcel Service in Latham for 28 years. He was the beloved father of Danielle C. Ricketts and the proud grandfather of Zoey Raye...

Fay Knoll Rusch

Fay Knoll Rusch

Aug 22, 2013

Delanson- Fay Knoll Rusch age 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday August 22, 2013 in Guilderland NY.  She was Born on October 3, 1929 in Birmingham Alabama. She is survived by her husband of sixty-three years Reuben Rusch, her daughters Larkin Rusch, Margaret Rusch and Catherine (Kitty) Rusch and her spouse Patricia Fuller. She is also survived by her grandsons...

Carolyn Sand

Carolyn Sand

Aug 16, 2013

Voorheesville- Carolyn Sand, 68, passed away August 16, 2013. She was born in Albany, NY to Curt and Frances (Hesner) Unverhau on March 8, 1945. Carolyn was a retired clerk from the Department of Tax and Finance and the NYS Thruway Authority. She loved bingo, playing cards and Dominos. She loved traveling to the Turning Stone. For many years, she...

Henry Adams

Henry Adams

Aug 12, 2013

Guilderland Center- Henry Adams Jr., 83, passed away Monday, August 12, 2013. Born in Albany on August 5, 1930, he was the son of the late Henry and Helen (Ballie-Nicolson) Adams. Henry was an active member in his community. He was a member of the Helderberg Reformed Church, a man who was generous with his time. Henry is survived by...

Dennis G. Javoroski

Dennis G. Javoroski

Aug 7, 2013

Dennis Javoroski, 44, of Altamont, New York, passed away August 7, 2013 He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, son of Gerald and Nellie Javoroski. He was married to Janeen Javoroski on August 21, 2001. Dennis served in the United States Navy and was awarded the following medals; National Defense Service, Navy Good Conduct, and Humanitarian Service medal. Dennis was a...

Emily E. Chase

Emily E. Chase

Aug 2, 2013

East Berne- Emily E. (Haluska) Chase, 82, died on Sunday, August 2, 2013. Born on Feb.18, 1931 in Berne, NY, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Haluska. She is survived by her six children, William Chase, Laura Chase, Karin Remmers, Stephen Chase and Rosemary Schunk; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband,...

Theresa Marmo

Theresa Marmo

Jul 19, 2013

WINDHAM- Theresa "Tessie" Marmo 97, died on July 19th 2013 at the Pines Nursing Home, Catskill NY. She was born on July 7th 1916, the daughter of Patsy and Angelina (nee Stanco) Famiglietti in Glen Cove NY. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Nicholas in 2000, her brother Michael Famiglietti, and her step-mother Mildred Cariello. She is survived...

Edwin H. Brainerd

Edwin H. Brainerd

Jul 16, 2013

Prattsville-Edwin H Brainerd "Mama's Boy" 74 of Prattsville, NY died Tuesday July 16, 2013. He was born on November 14, 1938 the son of Harold and Evelyn (Nickerson) Brainerd in Conesville, NY. He is survived by his wife Janet M. (nee Barkman) who he married on April 19, 1969 in Prattsville, NY. He is also survived by his daughters Connie...

Burdette G. Dewell

Burdette G. Dewell

Jul 13, 2013

Burdette Gage Dewell III, 82 of Ashland, NY passed away peacefully on July 13, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. Burdette was born on January 24, 1931 in Albany, NY to Burdette Gage Dewell II and Mildred Hazel Dewell. Burdette is survived by his life partner Marion Quick, Brothers Dr. Jay Dewell, Dr. Robert Dewell, Sister Elizabeth Dewell, daughters Nancy...

Frances Martin

Frances Martin

Jul 10, 2013

Frances Martin,81,of Hensonville,NY, beloved wife of John (Puffy) Martin passed away July 10th 2013 surrounded by her loving family. Frances was born on July 29th 1931 to John and Ellen Mary (nee Lowery) Martin in Brooklyn NY. She was the loving mother of Fran (Newt) Partridge, Sue Ellen (Kent) McCullar , Regina (Tom) McGoldrick, John (Marie) Martin and Matt (Meg)...

Donald T. Townsend

Donald T. Townsend

Jun 28, 2013

East Berne,NY- Donald T. Townsend 69, died on June 28,2013 at his home surrounded by his loving family after a long illness. Donald was born on Nov. 22,1943 the son of George and Rose (nee Ceverella) Townsend in Freeport , NY. He is survived by his loving wife Phyllis (nee Porter), his mother Rose, his children, Monica (Larry) Poitras, Kristen...

Dana C. Field

Dana C. Field

Jun 23, 2013

Dana C. Field, 59, died peacefully at home on June 23, 2013.  He was born on April 18, 1954 and grew up in Altamont, NY.  He graduated from Guilderland High School, Cornell University (B.S.), and SUNY Albany (M.B.A). Dana was married to Clare (Merrill) on May 31, 2003; they were married for 10 blissful years. Dana worked for the New...

Doris C. VanBuren

Doris C. VanBuren

Jun 20, 2013

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Dennis P. Miller

Dennis P. Miller

Jun 16, 2013

Knox- Dennis P. Miller, 63, died suddenly on June 16, 2013. He was born on May 28, 1950 the son of Verner and Betty Miller. He is survived by his wife Jane, son Michael (Arika), his grandson Michael Fisher Miller and his siblings Joanne, Bruce, Rose and Cindy. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased...