Nettie J. Spencer, 71, of Gridley Road, was welcomed to Heaven on August 14, 2018 surrounded by her loving family, at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany. Nettie was born on September 26, 1946 in the Town of Middleburgh to Helen R. “Honey” (Effner) and Michael C. “Dutch” Irving.  Nettie graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1964 and worked as a senior clerk and stenographer for the NYS Department of Local Government in Albany before focusing her time on...

Delores E. Kennedy ''Dory'', 76, passed away Friday, August 10, 2018 in Cooperstown, with her loving family by her side.   Delores was born in the town of Middleburgh on July 18, 1942 and married Kenneth Kennedy, the love of her life, on June 6, 1959. Together for 59 years, they enjoyed making many memories with family and friends. A one of a kind woman, Delores worked for the State Of New York for many years, yet devoted her entire world to caring for and loving her...

Kevin H. McDermott, 52, of Windy Ridge Road, found eternal peace on Friday, August 3, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Born on October 28, 1965 in Schenectady to Linda (Porter) and Donald McDermott, Kevin attended Middleburgh Central School, played football there, graduated in 1984 and then earned his Associate’s Degree from SUNY Morrisville. A hard worker and avid outdoorsman, when not operating equipment with Local 158, Kevin was hunting his prize in the woods, savoring the...

Middleburgh – Thera Carver, 76, of Warrior Way, died peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Friday, July 27, 2018.   Thera was born in Middleburgh on August 8, 1941 to Edna (Finch) and Bradford Rivenburgh. She spent many happy summers working at the O’Neil House and Delwood Resort in Durham before moving to the Bronx after graduating from Middleburgh Central School in 1959 as Salutatorian of her class.   Thera moved again to several places with her husband...

Middleburgh – Paul E. Standhart, 79, of Squaw Trail, found eternal peace on Saturday, July 21, 2018 from the comfort of his home.   Paul was born on December 20, 1938 in Cobleskill to Marguerite (Barner) and Leslie Standhart.   After graduating from the former Cobleskill Central School, Paul began working at General Electric’s Apprenticeship program becoming a tool and die maker until 1958 when he enlisted in the United States Army, serving until...

Middleburgh – Eleanor Zottola, 91, formerly of Nickerson Drive,died Saturday, July 14, 2018 at Albany Memorial Hospital.   Born on May 31, 1927 in the Bronx to Lucy (Maresco) and Emmanuel Napolitano, Eleanor was one of 4 children and loved growing up in the city, never losing her love of the city life or taking long walks on the sidewalks.   She married her sweetheart, “Sal” and together bought their summer home in Middleburgh in 1959, moving there permanently...

Middleburgh – Gerard P. “Rod” Norelius, Jr., 69, of Lower Road, passed away on July 8, 2018 at Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany.   Rod was born July 6, 1949 in Brooklyn, New York to Noreen (Monahan) and Gerard P. Norelius Sr. and was the oldest of 8 children   Rod was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving his country during Vietnam. He was a longtime member of both the American Legion and the VFW wherever he lived, as well as a member of...

Thomas W. Ryan, 67, of Fultonham passed away on Friday, July 6, 2018. Tom’s journey began in Albany on November 25, 1950.  Born to Ann (Sarafin) and Thomas W. Ryan, Sr., life would take him to many places and he loved seeing every one of them behind the wheel of his truck, before taking control of heavy equipment at Local 158. A self-professed cowboy, he was talented as a horse Farrier and his passion for horses and riding ran deep within his spirit. His greatest love and light...

Frank E. Eberli, 90, formerly of Middleburgh, passed away on July 1, 2018 with his family by his side.   Frank was born February 19, 1928 in Giswil, Switzerland into a large family.  He told everyone he had seven brothers and each of them had three sisters.  His adventurous spirit led him to the US and Canada where he traveled and worked throughout the 1950's.  He married Marie Neff in 1960 and they moved their family and business from Queens, NY...

Middleburgh- James E. Bixby Jr., of Bixby Road, born April 25, 1952, passed away Wednesday, June 27th with his loving family by his side. Jim was employed by General Electric in 1970 and worked there as a machinist until he retired in 2011.  While Jim enjoyed repairing and rebuilding machines, his greatest point of pride was being a resident of Bixby Road where he spent the majority of his life.  His deep love of the outdoors was displayed daily as he immersed himself in tending...