Barbara A. Grover
Published on: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
A graveside service for Barbara A. Grover will take place at East Pharsalia Cemetery on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Bob Prentice officiating. The family will gather at the East Pharsalia Fire Station for a celebration of Barbara’s life immediately following the service. For a complete obituary or to leave condolences for the family, please visit fahyfuneralhome.com.
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Elizabeth Runyon Marcellus
Published on: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Elizabeth “Betsy” Runyon Marcellus, 70, of Hamilton, New York, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on April 23, 2026. She was born on July 5, 1955, in Norwich, New York, to the late Dick and Grace Runyon of Sherburne.
Betsy graduated from Sherburne-Earlville Central School in 1973 and went on to attend St. Joseph’s College of Nursing in Elmira, New York, where she earned her degree in 1976 and became a Register..
Patricia Lee Rothwell
Published on: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Patricia Lee Rothwell, 82, died April 20, 2026. She was born May 11, 1943, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and resided in South Plymouth, New York.
Patricia grew up and attended school in Sherburne, New York. Throughout her life, she was known for a steady determination and a willingness to do what needed to be done—qualities that carried her through both everyday responsibilities and life’s harder seasons.
Patricia worked for Simmonds Precisi..
Timothy L. Stoddard
Published on: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Timothy L. “Tim” Stoddard, 62, of Norwich, died on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at UHS Wilson Medical Center.
Tim was born on September 4, 1963, to Hobie Stoddard and Barbara Bunting Stoddard of Preston, NY. The family later moved to Tanner Hill in Norwich and then finally, to North Norwich.
Tim had lots of adventures growing up in North Norwich. From an early age, he learned about cars from Skip Seymour. He was also coached in Little League b..
John Jamieson Bancroft, Sr.
Published on: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
(1941 – 2026)
Oxford, NY
John Jamieson Bancroft, Sr., 84, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, at the New York State Veterans’ Home in Oxford, NY.
A beloved educator, decorated veteran, and devoted family man, John’s life was defined by his warmth, his dedication to his community, and an adventurous spirit.
Born on December 27, 1941, in Manhattan, NY, John was the son of George Anthony Bancroft and Madeline Beatrice Jamieson Ban..
Earl “Wayne” Colley
Published on: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
A life well lived.
Earl “Wayne” Colley, a devoted husband, father, veteran, and pillar of the Afton community, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, shortly after celebrating his 81st birthday.
Born on March 18, 1945, in Astoria (Queens), where he lived his early years until enlisting, Wayne proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, demonstrating unwavering dedication, leadership, and courage in defe..
Lauren S. (Sawyer) Howell
Published on: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Lauren S. (Sawyer) Howell, 67, a well-known teacher and community member, passed away at home on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
Born on October 5, 1958, in Newark, NY, she was a daughter of the late Ellsworth and Mary (Trimby) Sawyer. Lauren was raised in Newark, often describing her childhood there as idyllic and a wonderful place to grow up. She graduated from Newark High School in 1977. She earned her associate’s degree from SUNY Cobleskill, her..
Joyce Mae VanWormer
Published on: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Joyce Mae VanWormer, 89, of Norwich, New York, passed away on April 26, 2026 with dignity and grace. Born September 3, 1936, in Preston, New York, Joyce’s life moved with a quiet grace—rooted in home, guided by faith, and warmed by a kindness that made others feel they belonged.
Raised in Preston and born in her family home, Joyce graduated from Oxford school in 1955, carrying forward a steady devotion to the people and places that shaped he..