Recent Obituaries from Middleburgh, NY

Katherine Lethco

Katherine Lethco

Mar 1, 2026

Katherine Lethco, of Grove Street, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at Robinson Terrace in Stamford, NY

Katherine was one of 15 children and was born 87 years ago on May 11, 1939 in Worcester, NY to Anna Strobeck and Clifford McMullen.

She raised her family in...

William R. Ansel-Mccabe

William R. Ansel-Mccabe

Feb 26, 2026

William R. Ansel-McCabe, of Pleasant Avenue, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 26, 2026.

Bill was born 75 years ago on November 17, 1950 in McKeesport, PA. to Tressa (Osterhoudt) and William J. McCabe.  His father worked in construction so the family moved a lot when he was young, finally settling in Scotia, NY.  His father later...

Carol A. Stryker

Carol A. Stryker

Feb 25, 2026

Carol Stryker, of Gilboa, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at St. Peter's Hospice in Albany, after fighting a short illness with bravery and strength and is now at peace in Heaven.

Carol was born at the Stamford Hospital, 79 years ago on January 25, 1947 to Ruth (Murry) and Edwin...

Carol A. Joslyn

Carol A. Joslyn

Feb 22, 2026

Carol A. Joslyn, of State Route 7, found eternal peace on Sunday, February 22, 2026.

She was born 83 years ago on May 31, 1942 in Middleburgh to Jessie B. (Van Aller) and George C. Bartholomew and graduated from Middleburgh Central School.

Carol's greatest love in life was her family.  Vacations, especially to Cape May,...

Richard "Dick" F. Novak

Richard "Dick" F. Novak

Feb 21, 2026

Richard "Dick" Frank Novak, Jr. of Middleburgh passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026. Dick was born 73 year ago on August 23, 1952 in Concord, NH and grew up in Hillsborough, NH, eventually building a life for himself in Middleburgh, NY. Regardless of where he rested his head, he formed lasting friendships wherever he went. Dick...

Joan Mccalip

Joan Mccalip

Feb 4, 2026

Joan McCalip, of Yonkers and Middleburgh died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.  She was 95 years old.

Joan Marie Verdeaux was born on March 16, 1930, to Rene and Margaret (Walsh) Verdeaux.  The family lived in a house in Yonkers, next door to her French-speaking grandparents, appreciating and enjoying their close bond.  While...

James K. Fuller

James K. Fuller

Feb 2, 2026

James Kevin Fuller, of Middleburgh, found eternal peace on Monday, February 2, 2026.

Jim was born 48 years ago on July 25, 1977 in Cobleskill, to Vicky L. (Urrey) and Joseph H. Fuller, Sr. and graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1995.

He attended HVCC for 2 years and...

Brenda L. Coons

Brenda L. Coons

Jan 27, 2026

Brenda L. Coons, of Main Street, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Brenda was born 76 years ago in Cortland, NY on December 3, 1949 to Jean (King) and William Rundle.

She loved her annual trips to Longboat Key, Florida, walking on the beach and listening to...

Bryan T. Coombs

Bryan T. Coombs

Jan 17, 2026

Bryan T. Coombs, of Albany, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family, following a courageous journey with brain cancer. He was welcomed into the waiting arms of those who went before him, including his grandmother, Louise Purcell; his uncles, Frank and Gene Purcell; and his faithful four-legged companion, Riley.

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Michael J. Dugan

Michael J. Dugan

Jan 11, 2026

Michael J. Dugan, of Middleburgh, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026

A native of the Bronx, NY, Michael was born to Grace (Nelson) and Edward Dugan. Michael served proudly in the United States Air Force from 1974-1979, serving as a Security Police K-9 handler stationed both in the US and overseas....

Paul A. Pagano

Paul A. Pagano

Jan 5, 2026

Paul A. Pagano, loving son, brother, uncle and friend, found eternal peace on Monday, January 5, 2026.

Paul was born 46 years ago on January 10, 1979 in Brooklyn, to Linda and Donald Pagano and his life was nothing short of amazing.

Gifted musically, Paul was 1st chair flautist through High School and College and...

Steven J. Lamont

Steven J. Lamont

Jan 1, 2026

Steven J. LaMont, of Middleburgh, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of his home, on Thursday, January 1, 2026.

Steve was born 78 years ago in Schenectady, on September 28, 1947 to the late Nellie (Mattice) and John LaMont.  He graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1965 and attended SUNY Cobleskill.

Steve worked many places,...

Donald L. Palmatier, Jr.

Donald L. Palmatier, Jr.

Dec 29, 2025

Donald Lee Palmatier, Jr., of Cobleskill, formerly of Middleburgh, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 29, 2025 with his family by his side.

Don was born 47 years ago on January 31,1978 in Albany to Alice D. (Young) Palmatier and the late Donald L. Palmatier Sr. and graduated from Middleburgh Central School.

Don worked at...

Patricia M. Ritrovato

Patricia M. Ritrovato

Dec 29, 2025

Patricia M. Ritrovato passed away on December 29, 2025 at Fox Nursing Home in

Oneonta, NY.

She was born 97 years ago on October 6, 1928 in Mount Vernon, to Mary (McHugh) and William J. Van Wie. She graduated from Tuckahoe High School and Stevens College in Missouri.

She married Paul J. Ritrovato...

Gerry A. Layton

Gerry A. Layton

Dec 24, 2025

Gerry A. Layton, of Middleburgh, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025.

He was born 71 years ago on April 8, 1954 in Hazen, North Dakota, one of 10 siblings, to Ethel (Skager) and Arnold Layton and graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1972.

Gerry worked in construction at Three Mile Island in Pennsylvania, also...

Janet W. Tinkler

Janet W. Tinkler

Dec 14, 2025

Janet W. Tinkler, of Middleburgh, found peace on December 14, 2025 from failing health.

She was born 85 years ago on the family farm in Middleburgh, to Ina and Leonard Wood and graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1957.

She attended Mildred Elly Business School in Albany and worked...

Joe Cooper, Iii

Joe Cooper, Iii

Dec 13, 2025

Everything about Christmas brings love to mind, and the same can be said of Joe Cooper, III, who found eternal love and peace on Saturday, December 13, 2025, after his second courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by those who loved him most.

Joe was born on October 30, 1993, in Covington, Louisiana, to...

Dorothy A. Mcavoy

Dorothy A. Mcavoy

Dec 1, 2025

Dorothy A. McAvoy, 84, our cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend passed away peacefully after a year- long illness on Monday, December 1, 2025 at her home, with her family by her side.

Dorothy "Dottie" was born on March 6,1941 in Brooklyn, NY to Pasquale & Genovannina Maria Rossi and attended Midwood High School.  She met...

John F. Smith

John F. Smith

Nov 16, 2025

John F. Smith, of Gorge Road, found eternal peace on Sunday, November 16, 2025.

John was born 75 years ago on November 6, 1950 in Coney Island, NY to Mary (Nacy) and John F. Smith, Sr.

John loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing and taking walks.  He enjoyed visiting with friends and waving to passersby on...

Irene A. Schmidt

Irene A. Schmidt

Nov 15, 2025

Irene A. Schmidt, of Middleburgh and most recently Cobleskill, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, surrounded by her family.

Irene was born 90 years ago on October 10, 1935 in Oyster Bay, NY to Alvina (Ploger) and William von Thaden.

Known to...

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