Clyde Eugene Barker
Published on: Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Clyde Eugene Barker, 79 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY, passed away on May 26, 2016 in Hamilton, NY.
Clyde was born on October 22, 1936 in Columbus, NY the son of Harold Fuller Barker & Josephine Bell (Winton) Barker.
His childhood was spent in New Berlin, NY where he attended New Berlin Central School.
On July 21, 1961 he married Betty J. Frink Barker who survives him.
In the 1950’s Clyde worked for Mohawk Tools, Drop Forge and Norwich Radiator Repair Shop. In the 1960’s he was employed by the Chenango County Highway Department, GLA, Simm..
Laura Jean Carhart Downey
Published on: Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Laura Jean Carhart Downey, 84, of Oxford, a beautiful person and wonderful wife, mother and grandmother passed away on May 27, 2016 at Chenango Memorial Hospital/RHCF in Norwich.
Laura was born on May 30, 1931, the eldest child of Earl and Ora Carhart. Along with her parents, Laura is predeceased by her first husband, Murray E. Roach; her two sisters, Eleanor and Doris; and her three brothers, Robert, Thomas and Everett.
Survivors include her husband, Daniel Downey; her children, Roxanna and Terry Harvey, Colleen Roach, George and Susan Roa..
Chris E. Olson
Published on: Friday, May 27, 2016
CHRIS E. OLSON
Chris E. Olson, 49, of Beacon, NY and formerly of Norwich, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2016, at the Vassar Brothers Medical Center of Poughkeepsie, NY.
Chris was born in Norwich on November 14, 1966 the son of Carl and Verna (Dolan) Olson. He was a 1984 graduate of the Norwich High School where he was very active in the school band program. Eager to further his education, Chris attended Syracuse University where he graduated in 1988 with his Bachelors of Science Degree. While attending SU he was also a member of the..
Carolyn Jeanne Blenis
Published on: Thursday, May 26, 2016
September 10, 1950 - May 21, 2016
Carolyn Jeanne Blenis, age 65, of Allen, Texas, passed away May 21, 2016. Carolyn was born September 10, 1950, in Norwich, New York, to Charles and Jeanne (Tiffany) Wightman. She married James Blenis on April 3, 1971, in Norwich, New York. Carolyn was a long time member of the JVP Quilting Group meeting at First Baptist Church in Plano, Texas. She was of the Episcopal faith.
She is survived by her husband, James Blenis of Allen, Texas; parents, Charles and Jeanne Wightman of Mt. Upton, New York; daughters,..
Jessie (traulsen) Garringer
Published on: Thursday, May 26, 2016
Mrs. Jessie (Traulsen) Garringer, of Greene, NY, beloved wife of Kent E. Garringer, passed away May 23, 2016, at Wilson Hospital. Jessie was a retired school teacher, who had devoted her life to children; her favorite quote was that she would “rather wear out then rust out.”
Daughter of Henry and Jessie “Meyer” Traulsen, besides her loving husband, Jessie is survived by her siblings, Claudia (Peter) Roche, Terri (Gene) Robillard. Jessie is also survived by friend Hilde, mother to surviving children, Kent C. (Regina) Garringer, Pamela ..
Sheila A. Hall-herklotz
Published on: Thursday, May 26, 2016
Sheila A. Hall-Herklotz, 72, of Franklin passed away Sunday, May 22, 2016.
Calling hours will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 27, at the Kenneth L. Bennett Funeral Home, 425 Main St., Franklin.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 28, at the Franklin United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. John Hill officiating.
Burial will be held at a later date in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Norwich.
The family requests that those who wish to remember Sheila with a memorial gift, please consider Gideons International, c/o Herman..
Teresa A. Brunza
Published on: Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Teresa A. Brunza, 55, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2016 having joined her brother, Charles A. Muserilli. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones.
Teresa is survived by daughter, Lauren Brunza; parents Angelo and Hazel (Hafele) Muserilli, of Norwich, NY; and siblings Kathleen Perkins and her husband, Max, Christine Muserilli, and Thomas Muserilli. Also surviving are several loving nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles.
Teresa graduated from Cazenovia College in 1985 with a degree in interior design and then went on to Sage Co..
Bruce Patrick Welsh
Published on: Tuesday, May 24, 2016
BRUCE WELSH
Bruce Patrick Welsh, 59, of Manlius died Friday May 20. Born in Norwich, NY Bruce graduated from Oxford Academy, the University of South Dakota and received his MBA from the University of Vermont. He was a retail developer.
Bruce was a loving husband, father, brother, brother-in-law, son-in-law, uncle and friend. He lived with the purpose of bringing others together and brought life to the world around him. He will truly be missed by all who knew him and leaves behind memories of many happy times.
He is survived by his ..
Michael F. Daly
Published on: Tuesday, May 24, 2016
MICHAEL F. DALY
ALBANY – Michael F. Daly, 69, of Albany, passed away on Friday, May 20, 2016. Mike was born in Afton, son of David and Avelda Daly, raised in Afton and St. Pete Beach, FL, but lived most of his life in the Capital District. He was a graduate and active alumnus of the The Manlius School and Yale University. Always inquisitive and with a towering intellect, he earned a JD from Albany Law School followed by his LLM from New York University. He practiced law for many years, focusing on tax and estate law, consulted for ..
Rosa Vespucci Giannoccaro
Published on: Tuesday, May 24, 2016
ROSA GIANNOCARO
SMYRNA – Rosa Vespucci Giannoccaro, 99, of Boos-Law Rd., passed away Friday, May 20, 2016 at Community Memorial Hospital in Hamilton.
Rosa was born on January 26, 1917 in Putignano, Bari, Italy, a daughter of Valentino and Maria Puglise Vespucci and received her education in local schools. Rosa married Vito Giannoccaro who predeceased her. She had worked as a nurse’s aide at a sanitorium in Putignano.
Rosa was a communicant of St. Malachy’s Church in Sherburne.
She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, John an..
Richard “dick” Morris
Published on: Friday, May 20, 2016
RICHARD ‘DICK’ MORRIS
Richard “Dick” Morris had his final day on Friday, May 13, 2016. This one day is a small footnote to the other amazing 31,452 days, that is 86 years, he enjoyed.
Born to Opal Stenson Morris and Charles V. Morris on March 11, 1930, he lived with his brother Rutherford and his sister Virginia in the Butternut Valley on the generational family farm in Gilbertsville, N.Y. The Great Depression instilled a work ethic that pushed limits. He has said they had “everything but money”, meaning he found all he ne..
Lois Eleanor Paino
Published on: Friday, May 20, 2016
James D. Halicy
Published on: Friday, May 20, 2016
JAMES HALICY
James D. Halicy, 75, of Norwich, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center after convalescing following a recent surgery.
Born May 12, 1941, in Ellenville, NY, Jim was the son of Kerwick and Mary (O’Mara) Halicy. He was raised in Scipio Center, NY, and graduated in 1959 from Sherwood Central School. Jim earned degrees from both SUNY Geneseo and St. Rose College in Albany. He was called to serve in the Vietnam War as an MP with the U.S. Army and was honorably discharg..
Richard “dick” Morris
Published on: Thursday, May 19, 2016
Richard “Dick” Morris had his final day on Friday, May 13, 2016. This one day is a small footnote to the other amazing 31,452 days, that is 86 years, he enjoyed.
Dick’s family will hold a memorial service at the Morris Family Burial Ground in the All Saints Chapel in Morris, N.Y. on June 4, 2016 at 11:00 am. Immediately following the ceremony, there will be a gathering at the Baptist Church Fellowship Hall in Gilbertsville from noon – 4 pm. Please come and share your stories you had with a great man, Dick Morris.
A fitting celebration..
Kevin L. Meek
Published on: Wednesday, May 18, 2016
Kevin L. Meek, 60, of Oxford, New York, passed away unexpectedly May 15, 2016.
Kevin took pride in everything he did during his life from his work as a self-employed contractor, to his love and passion for the Holstein Breed of cows. He enjoyed gardening and recently took on the legacy of growing and selling “Meek’s Corn” which he inherited from his Dad.
Kevin had a good heart and a remarkable stash of knowledge which he shared with anyone seeking him out for information.
He is survived by his long-time partner, Cheri (Weeks) Ring o..
Ward H. Dewey
Published on: Wednesday, May 18, 2016
Our Ward Dewey, 90, of Sherburne, NY started farming in heaven on April 30, 2016. The last child of Wayne and Anna Dewey, Ward was born at his parent’s farmhouse on January 2, 1926 and joined his older siblings Margie Chase (deceased), Doris Wolf (deceased), Russell Dewey (deceased) and Edna Satterlee (deceased). He graduated from Sherburne High School in 1943, bought his parents farm in 1948, and married M. Jean Barnes of Sherburne in 1950. Over the years, Ward and Jean welcomed five children to Dewey Nob - Wanda, Tim, Allen, Connie and C..
Lois Eleanor Paino
Published on: Wednesday, May 18, 2016
Lois Eleanor Paino, 96, formerly of Norwich, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany, NY.
She was born on October 7, 1919, to Gilman and Erma (Blood) Tanner of Norwich, NY. Lois was a member of the Norwich High School Class of 1938. On March 14, 1941, she married the love of her life, Frank Paino, of Norwich. They were happily married for 28 years, ending only with his death on December 30, 1969. She was a member of the Ave Maria Guild of St. Bartholomew’s Church.
She sp..
Ronald A. Tribotti
Published on: Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Ronald A. Tribotti, 73, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2016 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Home with his partner at his side.
Ron was the only son born to the late Phillip and Alice (Lanzella) Tribotti on June 1, 1942, in Bronx, NY. He grew up and attended school in the Bronx and in later years worked a variety of jobs from retail sales to driving a cab to dog grooming. In 1971, Ron met his partner, Robert Law, and for 45 years they lived together.
Ron enjoyed many activities including fishing, boating, and bicycling just to name a..
Eugene Kulakosky
Published on: Monday, May 16, 2016
Eugene Kulakosky was born in Lakewood, PA to Bernard J. Kulakosky and Eva Novak Kulakosky on 3 May 1930. By the time he started school, the family had moved to Callicoon, NY on the Delaware river, where his father managed a local creamery. The river and its tributaries provided ample recreational opportunities for Gene and his friends, between winter skating and summertime swimming and canoeing.
Gene started working in commercial concerns early in his life, working in the Victory Market in Callicoon in addition to a plant nursery and a drug s..
Richard J. Doolittle
Published on: Monday, May 16, 2016
Richard J. Doolittle, 98, of Bainbridge passed away on May 8, 2016 at his childhood home and where he had resided for more than the last fifty years. He was born on September 1, 1917 in Coventry, NY to the late Jesse and Mabel Doolittle and was married to the late Margaret Stevens Doolittle for seventy-three years. He was also predeceased by his brother Paul Doolittle, his sister Ruth Sheldon Hendrickson and nephew Ronald VanderMark.
Richard is survived by his brother Frank Doolittle of Bainbridge, his children Donna (Niles) Johnson Brown ..
Larry Gene Wood
Published on: Friday, May 13, 2016
LARRY GENE WOOD
Larry Gene Wood – It is with deep and heavy sadness that we announce the death of Larry Gene Wood, who passed on May 6th in Weston, FL, at the age of 68.
A lifelong resident of South Otselic, he was better known to friends and family as “Granny.” Born on January 11, 1948, the oldest of four sons, to the late Eugene Leon Wood and Beatrice Mae Moore. Larry will be fondly remembered by family and friends as a loving fiancé, father and grandfather.
Larry graduated from South Otselic School in 1965 where he e..
Susan Fairchild Eccleston
Published on: Friday, May 13, 2016
SUSAN FAIRCHILD ECCLESTON
Susan Fairchild Eccleston, 59, of Selkirk, NY, and formerly of McDonough, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 12, 2016, at her childhood home in McDonough, while surrounded by her family with her two sons by her side.
Sue was born in New Berlin, NY, on August 1, 1956, the daughter of Richard and Ruth Maine Fairchild. She carried a selfless-heart devoted to the service and care of others. Sue was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, Ravena, NY, and a member of the Ravena Grange. Prior to mov..
John F. Brigham
Published on: Friday, May 13, 2016
JOHN F. BRIGHAM
John F. Brigham, 82 of New Berlin passed away on May 12, 2016 at Valley View Manor Nursing Home, Norwich. He was born on October 4, 1933 in Smithville Flats a son of the late Floyd and Elizabeth (McGowan) Brigham. On August 21, 1976 he married Eleanor Hoag who survives.
Besides his wife, Eleanor, he is survived by his sons, Charles and Christine Brigham of Waterville, Brian Brigham of New Berlin; his daughters, Kelly Brigham of West Caldwell, NJ and Terry Ray of New Berlin; his sister, Dorothy Maloche of Virginia. Sev..
Alan Coy
Published on: Thursday, May 12, 2016
SIDNEY – Alan Coy, 79, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at Wilson Hospital.
He was predeceased by his parents, William and Mildred Coy; his wife, Dorothy Coy; and his brother, David Coy.
He is survived by: Son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Diana Coy of Mt. Upton; daughter, Sandra Reed of Sidney; daughter and son-in-law, Christine and Floyd (Bud) Macumber of Mt. Upton; four grandchildren: Michael, Amanda and Angela Coy and Kevin Macumber; brother, Randall Coy of Texas; three sisters: Janet Tracy of Texas, Deborah Nor..
John Herbert Daniels
Published on: Thursday, May 12, 2016
John Herbert Daniels passed away on May 8, 2016. He was born on March 23, 1927 in South New Berlin to Alexander and Rena (Coy) Daniels. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen Daniels; his grandson, Brian Allen Daniels; and his siblings, Evelyn, Francis and Ronald. He is survived by his sons, David and Joan Daniels, of Guilford; and Herbert A. Daniels, of South New Berlin; three grandchildren, John Matthew Daniels; Sherry Lee Daniels; and Vickie Lynn and Greg Haggerty; five great-grandchildren, Madison and Luke Garner; and Brian, James and Nichol..
Joanne Taranto Baker
Published on: Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Joanne Taranto Baker, 72, of Norwich, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Wednesday March 23, 2016 at SUNY Upstate Medical Hospital, in Syracuse, with family by her side.
Born March 5,1944, in Norwich, Joanne was the daughter of Coney and Antoinette (Angelino) Taranto. She graduated from Norwich City Schools and later attended Syracuse University where she majored in business administration and music.
After college, Joanne moved to the Washington D.C. area where she was district sales manager of the Sheraton Park Hotel and at the ..
Richard G. Scheriff, Sr.
Published on: Wednesday, May 11, 2016
GILBERTSVILLE – Richard G. Scheriff, Sr., 56, of Gilbertsville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday May 8, 2016 in Norwich.
He was born January 25, 1960, son of Louis and Theresa (Modesto) Scheriff in Queens.
Richie was a true outdoorsman. He loved to hunt, fish, and shoot. He was a cowboy at heart and would dress the part when given the chance.
He was a member of SASS, (single action shooting society), his alias was (Scheriff Richie). He owned and operated The Scheriff Gun Shop with his wife from his farm in Gilbertsville and was al..
Ronald B. Excell
Published on: Tuesday, May 10, 2016
EARLVILE – Ronald B. Excell, 73, of Earlville passed away Saturday, May 7, 2016.
He was born February 13, 1943 in Earlville, the son of Beatrice Excell Baker, and attended Earlville Central School. Ron worked at Colgate University, Bennett Ireland, Backus Sales and the Huff Brau Tavern. A lifelong Earlville resident, he was also a life member of the Earlville Fire Department and a member of the Sons of the American Legion. He was known by many nicknames, including Rox X, Jess and Smoky, among others. Ron enjoyed fishing, playing on the shuff..
Ward H. Dewey
Published on: Thursday, May 5, 2016
Our Ward Dewey, 90, of Sherburne, NY started farming in heaven on April 30, 2016.
A memorial celebration service of Ward Dewey’s life will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 2pm at the Sherburne United Church of Christ, South Main & East State Street, Sherburne, NY. Light refreshments will be served.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Ward’s name may be sent to the Sherburne Fire Department Pageant Fund - 15 West State Street, Sherburne, NY 13460 or the Life Focus Fund at Chase Memorial Nursing Home - 1 Terrace Heights, New Berlin..
Herbert Earl Drake
Published on: Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Herbert Earl Drake, 92, died early Monday morning, May 2, 2016 at Wilson Hospital, Johnson City, New York, from pneumonia and heart complications. He is survived by his daughters Terry Lynn Drake and Peggy Drake-Brown; son Brad Drake; son-in-law Gregory Hodge; and grandsons, John and Trey Leonard.
Born February 1st, 1924 in Metuchen, New Jersey, the son of George and Minnie Dilts, Mr. Drake was a veteran of the United States Navy and served as a torpedo specialist from 1943 through 1946. In 1960, he moved to New Berlin, NY and began operatin..
David E. Green
Published on: Tuesday, May 3, 2016
David E. Green, 69, of North Norwich, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, April 29, 2016.
Born October 10, 1946, David was the son of Everett and Ruth (Stackhouse) Green. Upon graduating from Norwich High School, David entered the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. After his honorable discharge, David returned to Norwich and later began a long career with Norwich Eaton Pharmaceuticals where he worked in receiving, and eventually distribution and shipping prior to his retirement.
David very much enjoyed riding h..
Larry Hubert Daniels
Published on: Tuesday, May 3, 2016
Larry Hubert Daniels 84 yrs. old, of the Town of Columbus; passed away on May1, 2016 at the Chase Nursing Home in New Berlin, NY.
Larry was born on June 2, 1931 at the family farm in the Town of New Berlin the son of Hubert Charles & Gladys Wightman Daniels. He married Madeline Violet Harrington on August 30, 1952 in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
His childhood was spent in South New Berlin on the family farm on the Great Brook Road. He attended South New Berlin Central School. He later received his GED and attended Herkimer Community Col..
Kessler B. Baldwin
Published on: Monday, May 2, 2016
Kessler B. Baldwin, 93, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 23, 2016, at the Sturgill Care Center, Brooksville, FL.
Born in Cortland, NY, he was the son of the late Carrie and Neal C. Baldwin. He was a lifelong resident of South Otselic, NY. After graduating from South Otselic High School, he attended Mt. Hermon Prep School and SUNY Cortland for a short time and then enlisted in the Air Force. During World War II, he was a pilot flying B-24's and some 30 missions. After serving his country, he received a BS degree in Physical Educati..
Dr. George C. Wright
Published on: Monday, May 2, 2016
Dr. George C. Wright passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at the age of 90. The longtime Norwich resident was born on March 3, 1926 in Shawsville, MD, the son of James G. and Rose A. (Hulshart) Wright. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Martha M. (Roth) Wright, formerly of Nazareth, PA. He is also survived by his three children: Susan C. Dreyer (Todd) of Norwich, NY, Wayne C. Wright (Deborah Cox) of Prescott, AZ, and Stephanie R. Guy (Steven) of Camp Hill, PA; brothers James R. Wright of Silver Spring, MD and Kenneth R. Wright of Fa..
The Very Reverend Charles G. Taylor “father Chuck”
Published on: Monday, May 2, 2016
The Very Reverend Charles G. Taylor “Father Chuck,” 64 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY, rector of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, New Berlin and St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, South New Berlin and Priest of Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Norwich, NY, passed away as a result of a tragic accident on April 16, 2016 at his cottage on Chenango Lake, NY.
Fr. Chuck was born on October 12, 1951 at Miner’s Hospital in Spangler, PA , son of the late Charles H. and D. Lois Taylor (Urbain). He grew up in Barnesboro, PA where his family owned and operated..
Louise I. Doyle
Published on: Monday, May 2, 2016
Louise died Thursday, April 28, 2016 at her home in Lake Placid, surrounded by loving family members. Louise was born on March 27, 1927 in Hoboken, New Jersey.
She lived in Norwich, NY, and raised her family there. She was a nurse with several doctors in Norwich over the years and worked in Chenango Memorial Hospital as well as at the Chenango Valley Home until she was 82 years old.
She was married to Robert G. Doyle in 1946, and they had three children together: Robert, Patricia, and Susan, all surviving. She has 8 grandchildren and 3 ..