Thomas M. Buzon, formerly of Middleburgh, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at Robinson Terrace in Stamford, NY. Tom was born 71 years ago in Albany, NY on January 18, 1952 to Barbara (Shelmandine) and Stephen Buzon. Growing up, Tom loved the outdoors and spent a lot of time at his grandparents' farm in Huntersland, developing a love for animals.  There were always cats and dogs for pets around his home.  He was a member of the Cub Scouts as a boy and loved to...

Roland Gilligan passed away on March 17, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Roland was born 73 years ago on May 5, 1949 in Croton-On-Hudson to Robert and Elizabeth Gilligan. Roland graduated from Croton Harmon High school in 1967. He loved playing baseball and the trumpet and was in the High School band and Tarrytown Fife and Drum Core. He was on the Varsity baseball team and even received a try-out letter from the New York Yankees. He worked in shipping and receiving for over 20 years,...

Tracie Lynne Jenkins Anteman, 48, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023.  She was born in Oswego, NY on June 1, 1974 to Kathleen and Edward Jenkins.  Tracie graduated from G. Ray Bradley High School in 1992 and Onondaga Community College in 1994.  She worked in the Hotel industry for 20 years and was most recently was a Teller at Key Bank in Cobleskill, NY.  She was a wonderful photographer and loved to travel, seeing many countries and 48 states. Tracie married Craig...

Richard P. McInerney, of Grove Street, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 11, 2023.   Richard was born 88 years ago on July 21, 1934 in Brooklyn to Elizabeth (Macksen) and Carl J. McInerney.  After completing High School, Richard proudly served in the United States Marines from 1952- 1954.    After retiring from the plumbing trade, he moved to the tranquility of Middleburgh in the mid-1980s.   He loved his animals and nothing more than...

Raymond H. Wittmann, of MT Path, found eternal peace on Sunday, March 5, 2023, with his daughter and granddaughter beside him. Ray was born 90 years ago on April 6, 1932 in New York, NY to Helen (Raymond) and Henry Wittmann.  Following High School, Raymond served in the United States Army from 1952, until his Honorable Discharge in 1954. A blind date introduced him and Joan Vollkommer and it’s no wonder, with her beautiful smile, laughter, loving and strong spirit, they were...

Anthony Grasso, of Main Street, Middleburgh, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at Cobleskill Regional Hospital.   Anthony was born 73 years ago on April 15, 1949 in Brooklyn to Carmella (Pantelleria) and Michael S. Grasso.  After graduating from Eli Whitney High School, Anthony served in the United States Army from 1969 – 1971 and trained successfully with the Signal Core.  A Union Baker by trade, he also worked in metal salvage, before moving to...

Russell Van Aken passed away peacefully on February 19, 2023, at his home in Conesville, with his niece Heidi by his side.   Born 93 years ago on January 2, 1930, Russell was an extremely good-natured soul who greeted everyone with a smile, a story and loved to laugh. He wanted to learn about everything new to him and would pry a story or information out of you and sometimes even take notes about the experience. Russell's friends were countless and his foes were few. He lived...

Garrett A. Toften, of Brooky Hollow Road, Middleburgh, found eternal peace on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. Born 42 years ago, on November 14, 1980 in Cobleskill, Garrett was the youngest son of Karen (Cole) and George A. Toften, Sr.  He graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1999. Continuing his education and earning his Bachelor’s degree, Garrett worked through several positions until his most recent as a Systems Analyst, with NYS Office of General Services in...

Thomas D. Armlin, of Armlin Hill Road, Middleburgh, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Monday, February 6, 2023. Tom was born 75 years ago on August 27, 1947 to Mary (Felter) and Floyd G. Armlin, Sr. He attended Middleburgh Central School and went on to a long career in construction.  Tom worked with crews building I-88, Route 30, the Gilboa Dam and finally for himself for many years before retiring. He loved wood working and every chance to be with his family,...

Lewis Cates of Cobleskill, passed from this life into the waiting arms of his wife Frances on January 21, 2023.  He was born in Windham, NY on April 19, 1926.  He married his sweetheart Frances Campagna Cates on Christmas Day 1946 in Hobart NY.  They were the parents of three children, Kenneth, Linda, and James, who all were raised in the family home located in Beards Hollow.  He was also the grandfather of eleven grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, and one...