Middleburgh – David R. Packard of County Route 10 died Friday, January 21, 2022 at Ellis Hospital from declining health.   David was born 73 years ago on January 6, 1949 in Albany to Ruth (Saddlemire) and Raymond Packard. After graduating High School, he enlisted in the United States Marines and served for two years before his Honorable Discharge.   He was a dedicated law enforcement officer, who received numerous commendations while serving as a Special Investigator with...

Middleburgh – Everett C. Mercer passed away in the comfort of his home on Thursday, January 20, 2022 in the loving care of his family.   Born 59 years ago in Catskill on August 28, 1962 to Pauline (Reinhart) and Maurice “Sonny” Mercer, Jr., Everett grew up on the family farm on East Hill and never shied away from old fashioned hard work. He drove bus and served as an aide with Schoharie County ARC for many years.  He loved his family deeply and never missed a...

Dorothy M. Gipp, of State Route 7, died Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at home, in the loving care of her family.    Dorothy was born 96 years ago on July 25, 1925 in Voorheesville to Ethel and Jacob Dolder.  Throughout her life, she lived in many different places, firstly Voorheesville and worked at the Government Army Depot, then in Altamont, Pennsylvania and back to Middleburgh.  She also worked at Van Deusen’s Dress Shop in Cobleskill for many...

Rena Ann Sotallaro, 68, of Conesville, NY passed away on January 15, 2022 surrounded by her family.     She was an avid gardener, collector of antiques, and loving wife, mother, step mother and grandmother who prided herself on hard work and spending time with family.     Rena is survived by her loving husband: Vincent Sotallaro; her son: Michael Neder and his wife Liccy Fuentes; her stepchildren: Karen Gundelach (Justin), Joseph, Michael, and Robert Sotallaro...

Fultonham- Patrick M. Chichester of Chapman Road, died Sunday, January 9, 2022 at home.    He was born 65 years ago on March 15, 1956 to Gertrude and Edison Chichester and is survived by his son: Garrett Chichester and wife Krystal Yauchler and their daughter LilyAnne of Esperance; his daughter: Brittany Labunski and husband Matt and their children Icesis, Sierra, Isabella, Joseph and Roman of Sharon Springs. He is also survived by his siblings: Douglas, Thomas and...

Josephine Cossu, of Rose Street, passed away suddenly in her home on Monday, January 3, 2022.   Josephine was born in Brooklyn, on March 7, 1940 to Michelina (Pittelli) and Vincenzo Desiderio.  In 1965, Josephine married Dominico Cossu, who predeceased her in 2016.  A homemaker for much of her life, Josephine loved time spent with her family most.   Loving her forever are her daughter: Josette Goodfellow (David Mellor); sons: Louis (Lori) Cossu and Frank (Christina)...

Dolores Subrizi, of North Street, died peacefully at home in the loving care of her family on Saturday, January 1, 2022.   “Dee” was born 87 years ago on December 5, 1934 in East Chester, NY to Louise (Capece) and William Bjorkgren.  “Dee” worked for many years as a bookkeeper at East Chester Lincoln-Mercury, while keeping her home and raising her family.  Nothing brought her more joy than watching her family grow and being an ever-present part of...

Kenneth James Kelly Jr. of Richmondville and previously of Sharon Springs, passed away Sunday December 26, 2021, surrounded by loved ones.  He was 68. Ken was born January 23, 1953 and was the son of Kenneth Kelly Sr. and Shirley Diamond. He graduated from Schoharie Central School and later SUNY Cobleskill.  Additionally, Ken served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged.  After education and service, Ken had a long successful career in sales. Survivors...

Doyle C. Diamond, of Mill Valley Road died peacefully on Sunday, December 19, 2021 in his home. Doyle was born 80 years ago on April 10, 1941 in Middleburgh to Dorothy (Lawyer) and Henry Diamond. Like a good drink, Doyle aged well over time, yet toughened like leather from life’s experiences. He was a welder for many years at General Electric in Schenectady, before retiring. There’s an empty stool at Kelley’s Bar this Christmas, but he leaves warm hearts and lasting...

Retired Master Sergeant Timothy J. Adkins found eternal peace on Sunday, December 12, 2021 and simply requested that his family and friends remember him at his best and smile, because he is free from the burdens of this life.    Donations in his honor are requested to the Wounded Warrior Project P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516   Coltrain Funeral Home, LLC of Middleburgh is honored to be caring for Timothy and his family.