Gloversville- Life changes instantly and with it brings new, unwritten chapters that few are ready for.  William R. “Billy” Wissert was taken away too soon on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 and joins his mother Claudia and his sister Deborah who each predeceased him. Born on April 6, 1961 in Queens, Billy grew up in and graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1979.  He went on to work at Pengate Handling Systems for 34 years. Billy’s devotion to his job and strong...

Middleburgh- Keith A. Chichester, 63, of Main Street, died unexpectedly on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at Cobleskill Regional Hospital.  Keith was born on June 23, 1956 at the former Stamford Hospital, a son of Thelma (Scutt) and Paul M. Chichester. Keith retired from NYS DOT in Cobleskill where he worked on highway maintenance.  Never one to remain still, Keith was always happiest outside working around his home and in his garden, vacationing to Virginia Beach, taking charge of...

Middleburgh- Daniel D. DeLaet, 70, of Smith Road, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 25, 2019. Daniel was born in Kearney, NE to Audrey (Sterley) and the late Kenneth DeLaet. A chance introduction by friends became almost love at first sight and Dan eventually made his way to New York with his best friend and soulmate of over 38 years, Marietta. Gruff and grumpy on the outside, Dan possessed a quiet, strong love for the beauty of nature.  Time on the porch listening to the...

Middleburgh- Joanne Hoelldobler, 50, of Railroad Avenue, found eternal rest from this life on Monday, September 23, 2019. Born on March 21,1969 in Freeport to Rosemary (Whitley) and Joseph Hoelldobler, Joanne eventually found her way to Middleburgh and has made it her home for almost 20 years. She worked many side jobs and was eventually an office assistant in Dr. Ze’ev Weitz’s practice. She was a lover of all animals and her love for nature blossomed with her passion for...

Middleburgh- Roger Farrell, 77, of Blueberry Hill Road, found eternal peace Monday, September 23, 2019 at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family. Roger was born on October 5, 1941 to Mary M. (Kelly) Farrell and Patrick J. Farrell in Brooklyn, NY Roger worked as an auto body repairman and was very talented artistically.  He loved creating works of art and sculptures out of the leftover bondo, which brought many smiles to everyone around him. He loved the beach and the...

Schoharie – Beverley M. Wainwright, 75, of Charles Court, died Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at Ellis Hospital from declining health.   Born at home, in Schoharie, on March 9, 1944, Beverley was a daughter of Lillian K Wainwright and Harvey King.    Beverley enjoyed cooking whether at home or when she worked as a cook at the Cobleskill Diner and her loving and caring nature shined through the private home health care she gave to many.  Beverley also enjoyed...

Middleburgh – Vaughn S. Crewell, Jr., 83, of Sunnyside Road, died peacefully on Friday, August 30, 2019 in the company of his family.   Vaughn was born on April 24, 1936 in Cherry Valley, to Loretta (Whiteman) and Vaughn S. Crewell, Sr.   Instilled with a strong work ethic early on, he eventually owned and operated Crewell Dairy Farms on Sunnyside Road, working tirelessly on his land.  Generous with his time and talents, Vaughn was a member of the Lions Club, hosted...

Gilboa - James Dennis O’Meara found eternal peace on Wednesday August 28, 2019 in Cooperstown, New York. James was born in Winsted, Connecticut on October 11,1943 to the late James R. and Arlene M. O’Meara. James is survived by his beloved and dedicated wife, Judith (Dudley) and spent fifty-four loving years together. James and Judy welcomed two cherished children into the world: Deborah A. Whelan and her husband Charles and Timothy S. O’Meara and his wife Kim. James had...

Middleburgh – Karen A. Toften, 69, of Posson Hill Road, found eternal peace on Friday, August 23, 2019, wrapped in the warmth of her family and her home.   A beautiful girl, born on February 10, 1950 in Sharon Hill to Dorothy (Caldwell) and Millard Cole, Karen attended Jefferson Central School and went on to greet visitors and become a Senior Tour Guide at the NYS Power Authority Visitor’s Center in North Blenheim for many years before retiring.   Of Danish origin,...

Middleburgh - Howard Thurman Meschutt Jr. went to his eternal rest with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and was reunited with his lifelong love Gladys on Thursday August 15, 2019 in Cooperstown, NY only a week after celebrating his 97th birthday.    Thurm, as he was best known, was the 6th child of eight children and the oldest son of Howard T Meschutt and Annie Fanning Meschutt of Hampton Bays, NY and was born on Aug 8, 1922.  He lived almost his entire life in his...