Joyce Hoerz
Jul 30, 2024
Joyce Hoerz died peacefully, surrounded by her family, on July 30, 2024 after a short illness. She loved deeply and was loved immensely by all who were fortunate enough to call her a sister, mother, nana, aunt, friend, or colleague.
Joyce was born and raised in Middleburgh and would spend the majority of her life...
Karen A. Brandow
Jul 26, 2024
Karen A. Brandow, of Hubbard Road, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, surrounded by her family.
Karen was born in Cobleskill on February 21, 1957 to Harold and Arline (Cater) Guest. She graduated from Middleburgh Central School and furthered her education with an Associate in accounting...
Joseph P. Ward
Jul 25, 2024
Joseph P. Ward, of State Route 30, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Joe was married to Marjorye Keyser Ward, who predeceased him. He is survived by his daughter: Donna Kellagher and his two granddaughters and their families, along with many friends locally.
Joe was born in the Bronx and lived in...
Gail Smith
Jul 15, 2024
Gail Smith, a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on July 15, 2024.
Known for her green thumb, she cultivated beautiful gardens that brought joy to all who knew her and she cherished every moment spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, never missing their ball games. Her love for family was evident in...
Vernon T. Gordon
Jun 25, 2024
Vernon T. Gordon, while surrounded by his family, entered into Heaven on June 25, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. Vern was born to Thomas and Doris Gordon on October 14, 1947 in Pittsfield, MA.
Vern graduated from Middleburgh Central School and went to work as an electrician for over 30 years,...
Norma L. Helligas
Jun 25, 2024
Norma L. Helligas, of Apalachin, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 25, 2024.
Norma was born 88 years ago in July 28, 1935 in the hamlet of Sangerfield, NY to Ella (Fonda) and Lynn C. Wentworth.
A homemaker, Norma loved raising her family and tending to the day-to-day work...
Donna M. Ricciardella
Jun 13, 2024
Donna Marie Ricciardella, of Route 145, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her family.
Donna was born 67 years ago on August 10, 1956 in Waterbury, Connecticut and most recently worked in Quality Control at Haleon in East Durham.
She was fond of vacations to the beach...
Ronald F. Giesin
Jun 11, 2024
Ronald F. Giesin, of Cobleskill, passed away at home on June 11, 2024, after a courageous 25-year battle with cancer.
Ronald was born 79 years ago on July 18, 1944 to the late William ad Agnes (Hardenstine) Giesin. He graduated from Gilboa-Conesville Central School in 1962 and was a lifelong resident of the Schoharie County area. He...
Jeanne M. Wood
Jun 8, 2024
Jeanne M. Wood, of Mary Taylor Road, Middleburgh, died peacefully at home in the loving care of her family on Saturday, June 8, 2024.
Jeanne was born 88 years ago on May 6, 1936 in Athens, NY to Aura (Seeley) and Frank Dedrick and attended school at Cairo-Durham before graduating.
Jeanne married Thomas J. Wood,...
Frank S. Grober
Jun 2, 2024
Frank S. Grober, of Union Street, Middleburgh, died unexpectedly on Sunday, June 2, 2023 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady.
Frank was born 77 years ago on October 4, 1946 in Passaic, New Jersey to Catherine (Eiserle) and Frank J. Grober. He served in the United States Navy from 1965-1969 and had a long career with...
Brenda L. Warner
May 29, 2024
Brenda L. Warner, of Middleburgh, found eternal peace on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Schenectady Center for Nursing.
Brenda was born 72 years ago on April 29, 1952 in Middleburgh, to Edna M. (Trosper) and Roscoe Warner and graduated from Middleburgh Central School with the Class of 1970.
Brenda worked as a clerk with the...
Sandra Swartout
May 29, 2024
Sandra Wilsey Swartout passed away on May 29, 2024 at the age of 87 in St. Petersburg, Florida, under the loving care of Hospice. Born on October 24, 1936 in Schoharie, New York, Sandy was the daughter of Stanley and Marjorie Wilsey.
Sandy spent much of her career in restaurant services and enjoyed conversations with...
Brenda J. Varella
May 25, 2024
Brenda J. Varella, of Middleburgh, found eternal peace on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at Cooperstown Center for Nursing where she had resided for the last few years.
Brenda was born 73 years ago on January 4, 1951 in Cobleskill, to Elizabeth Diamond and Robert E. Varella and graduated from Middleburgh Central School with...
Donald E. Kuhn
May 24, 2024
Donald Eli Kuhn, 68, of Middleburgh, NY found eternal peace on Friday, May 24, 2024. Don was born on December 24, 1955 in Schoharie to Willard and Fannie (Proper) Kuhn. Proudly born and raised in his beloved hometown, he never knew a stranger and anyone who met Don had a friend for life. He enjoyed spending time...
Eileen R. Scanlon
May 23, 2024
Eileen R. Scanlon passed away peacefully on May 23, 2024 at Essex Meadows in Essex, CT with her family at her side.
Eileen was born 89 years ago on July 5, 1934, the first of five children, to Bridget (Leonard) and Jeremiah Scanlon.
Eileen began her career with the...
Marian Lynes Bouck
May 17, 2024
Marian Arlene Stout Lynes Bouck passed away at her home on May 17, 2024, at age 101. Marian was born November 28, 1922 in Hallsport, New York to Harold and Gertrude Stout. There she grew up on the family dairy farm, and hated milk her entire life.
From her days at Wellsville Central School and for the...
John P. Mcguire
May 15, 2024
John P. McGuire, of Altamont, passed away peacefully on Wednesday May 15, 2024, surrounded by family.
John was born 78 years ago in Albany, NY and when he left high school, he joined the United States Army, where he served his country proudly for 21 years. John was stationed all over the world...
John "Kenneth" Ellicott
May 14, 2024
On May 14, 2024, John Oliver "Kenneth" Ellicott died peacefully in the comfort of his home at the age of 83.
He was predeceased by his wife of 60 years: Helen (LeRuzic) Ellicott; brothers: Frederick (Rose) Ellicott of Yonkers, New York, Charles (Eileen) Ellicott of Medford, New Jersey and Joseph (June) Ellicott of...
Eleanor B. Spencer
May 13, 2024
On Monday, May 13, 2024, Eleanor Borgelt Spencer left this earth in much the same way she lived her life, quietly and peacefully, with family and friends around her.
She is survived by her loving husband, James A. Spencer, her children Kim Smith, Robert Hoerz (Sue), Stephen Hoerz (Vicki), Allen Spencer, Lane Spencer (Brenda), daughter in law...
William D. Butler, Sr.
May 13, 2024
William D. Butler, Sr., of Gilboa, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Monday, May 13, 2024 at the age of 69.
William was a hardworking, strong man who loved his family. William loved being behind a team of horses with the lines in his hands. He was a dairy farmer most...
