Obituaries

Jan 21, 2022

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...

Jan 20, 2022

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...

Jan 19, 2022

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...

Jan 15, 2022

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...

Jan 9, 2022

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...

Jan 3, 2022

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...

Jan 1, 2022

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...

Dec 26, 2021

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...

Dec 19, 2021

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...

Dec 12, 2021

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,...

Dec 8, 2021

As his favorite toast exclaims, "A gentleman and a scholar" passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2021.  John W. Yung, of Gates Hill Road, was definitely that and as the toast continues, "unsurpassed in many ways."

John was born 78 years ago on February 8, 1943 in Brooklyn, but grew up in Middleburgh...

Nov 29, 2021

Loretta I. Bolen, of Railroad Avenue, died peacefully at her home on Monday, November 29, 2021.

Loretta was born on March 12, 1933 in the family home in Middleburgh, to Edna (Finch) and Bradford Rivenburgh.  She graduated from Middleburgh Central School and worked as a secretary in town before moving to Washington D.C. and becoming a Legal...

Nov 27, 2021

Peter T. Rossi passed away in the warmth of his home and the loving care of his family on Saturday, November 27, 2021.

Peter was born 81 years ago on April 17, 1940 in Brooklyn to Grace (Miolla) and Thomas Rossi and after graduating Gilboa-Conesville Central School, proudly served in the United States...

Nov 10, 2021

William T. Wilkie died peacefully on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Bill, or "WT" as he was known to many, was born 58 years ago on September 15, 1963 in Schenectady to Judith (Fell) and William E. Wilkie. He graduated from Duanesburg Central School in 1981 and drove trucks for...

Nov 9, 2021

William L. "Bill" Bartholomew, 84, of New Smyrna Beach, FL. passed away peacefully into the loving arms of his wife, on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Bill was born on February 8, 1937 in Albany, NY and moved to Florida in 1982 from Middleburgh. He was a...

Nov 7, 2021

Lisa Van Wie Heiser found eternal peace in the arms of her Lord, on Sunday, November 7, surrounded by her loving family and friends.

Lisa was born 57 years ago on October 12, 1964 in Albany, to Gaile Carter (Wood) and Charles F. Van Wie, Jr.

After graduation from Bethlehem Central...

Nov 5, 2021

Joyce M. Edwards died peacefully on Friday, November 5, 2021 at Cobleskill Regional hospital.

Joyce was born 80 years ago on February 8, 1941 in Nyack, NY to Josephine (Kovar) and Wesley Hardy Sr.

There was no gray area where Joyce was concerned, it was black or white and she didn't mind telling...

Nov 3, 2021

Joseph J. Bergan passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at Albany Medical Center. Joe was born 61 years ago to Ann E. (Newman) and Francis J. Bergan on January 6, 1960 in Dorchester, MA. Joe loved Country music, taking day trips and visiting with all of his family.  A quiet, truly gentle man, he was...

Oct 27, 2021

On October 27th, 2021, the 94-year story of Arthur R. "Art, Archie" Wargo came to its conclusion. Art put down his coffee, put on his porkpie hat, and left this chronicle behind on the table for us to read. It's the tale of a husband, father, teacher, athlete, coach, house painter, mayor, philanthropist, and public servant who touched countless...

Oct 26, 2021

Robert E. Jaqueway, of Terrace Mountain Road, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at O'Connor Hospital in Delhi from declining health.

Robert was born 87 years ago in Schoharie, to Dorothy (Crewell) and Jerry Jaqueway.  After graduating high school, he worked for American Locomotive in Schenectady where, amongst other duties, assisted in...