Robert P. Atwater
Published on: Wednesday, May 31, 2017
ROBERT P. ATWATER
Robert P. Atwater, 65, of North Port, Florida, passed away May 8, 2017 in Sarasota, Florida. Bob was born on August 16, 1951 in Norwich the son of Robert T. and Dorothy (Preston) Atwater. He grew up in Sherburne where he attended the Sherburne- Earlville High School graduating with the Class of 1969. Following graduation he attended Delhi Tech for a brief period of time.
Bob’s career was in law enforcement. He was employed by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office from April 1974 until his retirement as Lieutenant in Septe..
James Richard Brown
Published on: Wednesday, May 31, 2017
JAMES R. BROWN
SMYRNA – James Richard Brown, 82, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2017 at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse.
He was born August 21, 1934 in Smyrna, the son of the late Leon H. and Florence Warren Brown. He received his education in Smyrna schools. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. On July 25, 1954, James married Arlene Ferris. James made his career working at Standard Brands/Nabisco Brands, a total of 44 years of service. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, trapping, trap shooting and producing maple ..
Joyce Monroe
Published on: Tuesday, May 30, 2017
JOYCE MONROE
Joyce Louise Brown Monroe, 64, of Norwich, NY, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2017, at her home, while surrounded by her family.
Joyce was born in Norwich, NY, on August 24, 1952, the daughter of the late Marris and Bessie Guinn Brown. She grew up in Cincinnatus and attended Cincinnatus Central School and DCMO BOCES where she earned her CNA certification. She had worked various jobs, including Sherwood Medical, Gladding Corp., Chenango Memorial Hospital, and the job she loved the most at the NYS Veteran’s Home at Oxford. S..
Peter J. Raccuia
Published on: Tuesday, May 30, 2017
PETER J. RACCUIA
Peter J. Raccuia, 73, of Leesburg, Florida, formerly of Norwich and Oneida, New York, passed away October 2, 2016 with loving family by his side. Born in Norwich, New York on March 19, 1943 he was preceded in death by his parents Peter Raccuia, Lucy Raccuia and Aurora Raccuia and brothers Michael and Joseph. Peter will be dearly missed by his sisters and brothers in law Kathleen and Frank Centro of Onedia, NY, Ninett and Anthony Singe of Saratoga Springs, NY, Anna and Daniel Bruno of Manhattan, NY, and brother Joseph and Lin..
Frederick R. Nichols
Published on: Thursday, May 25, 2017
FREDERICK R, NICHOLS
NORWICH – Frederick R. Nichols, 65, of Inman Rd., passed away Friday, May 19, 2017 at Wilson Regional Medical Center in Johnson City, NY.
He was born October 4, 1951 in Littleton, VT, a son of Frederick and Jacqueline Wright Nichols. He was raised in Norwich and was a graduate of Norwich High School. On October 31, 1986, he married Sandra “Sandy” Webb in North Norwich. Fred had been a warehouseman at Victory Markets, and later worked for Chenango County in Norwich until retiring in January of this year. He was a lov..
Laurie Turner Dewey
Published on: Thursday, May 25, 2017
LAURIE TURNER DEWEY
Lincoln, MA - Laurie Turner Dewey, age 90, died peacefully at home in Lincoln, MA on May 19th, 2017 with family members present. Laurie was born on June 17, 1926 in Norwich, New York, to William Reed and Laurie Greene Turner.
Love of family, desire for world peace and enjoyment of art and music resonated throughout Laurie’s life. In 1948 after graduating from Connecticut College, she volunteered with the Unitarian Service Committee rebuilding an orphanage in Normandy, France, and later took to the road with a dear colleg..
Dora M. (kinney) Peck
Published on: Thursday, May 25, 2017
DORA M. PECK
Dora M. (Kinney) Peck, 75, follows her husband, Robert E. Peck to a better place after a long illness. She was born on March 23, 1942, to Ben and Grace Kinney in Cincinnatus, NY. She enjoyed living in many towns in Upstate NY before settling in Oxford and spending 14 years employed as a cashier at Norwich Wal-Mart. Dora is survived by her sons, Douglas peck and Jerry Peck; her grandchildren, Kris, Michelle, and Ashley. She also leaves behind three great-grandchildren. A graveside service for Dora will be held at 10:00 am on Friday..
Claude Floyd Cooper
Published on: Thursday, May 25, 2017
CLAUDE FLOYD COOPER
Claude Floyd Cooper born April 8, 1935 passed away on May 11, 2017 at the New York State Veterans home in Oxford. Claude was born in Norwich, NY and made his home there. Claude was proud of his duty in the United States Air Force. He was stationed overseas during the years of 1954 through 1962. Claude is predeceased by his daughter, Wendy Cooper. Wife, Josephine L. Cooper and grandson, Nicholas Cooper. Parent’s, Marion and Claude Floyd Cooper and brother, Bobbie Cooper. Claude is survived by his children; Daughter, Dixie ..
Lawrence “larry” Roche
Published on: Wednesday, May 24, 2017
LAWRENCE ‘LARRY’ ROCHE
Lawrence “Larry” Roche, age 57, of Picayune, Mississippi passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2017.
Larry was born on January 30, 1960 in Rockville Centre, New York, to Richard Joseph and Eleanor (Manning) Roche as the youngest of five children.
He graduated from New Berlin Central High School in New Berlin, NY in 1978. He was employed with various companies: Southern Shipbuilding, Heritage Plastics, Kemper Construction, Fejta Feather Farm, Field & Flower Company, and Pearl River Polymers. He enjoyed the outdoors, gard..
Arlene Whorrall Green
Published on: Tuesday, May 23, 2017
ARLENE WHORRALL GREEN
Arlene Whorrall Green, 90, of Rochester, NY passed peacefully on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at the Rochester Presbyterian Home where she resided.
Arlene was preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years Earl F. Green as well as four brothers and four sisters. She is survived by her three children Thomas (Sandra) Green, Deborah (Richard) Danforth, and Dennis (Tina) Green, her sister Barbara Richer of South Carolina, her grandchildren Michael (Ute) Danforth, Thomas Green Jr., Jennifer Danforth, Joanna (Brian) Killigrew,..
Cathy D. Hawkins
Published on: Monday, May 22, 2017
CATHY D. HAWKINS
Cathy D. Hawkins, 58 yrs. old of Mt. Upton, NY passed away on May 17, 2017 in Johnson City, NY.
Cathy was born on October 1, 1958 in Dunkirk, NY the daughter of Vincent & Billie (Howell) Loret. Her childhood was spent in Long Island. She was a graduate of William Floyd High School in Mastic, NY.
Cathy was a school bus driver and was also employed by the Monmouth County Court and Suffolk Police department.
On October 12, 1985 she married Garry Hawkins who survives her.
She is also survived by her children; Garry Hawkins Jr..
Cecil A. Boise
Published on: Monday, May 22, 2017
CECIL A. BOISE
SHERBURNE – Cecil A. Boise, lifelong resident of Chenango County, died peacefully at the New York State Veterans’ Home in Oxford, May 18, 2017. He was born October 18, 1921 in Sherburne, to Olive (Hubbard) and Duane Boise. He graduated from Sherburne Central School in 1939.
In 1942, he answered his country’s call and joined the US Army, serving through 1945 in the 3rd Army Corps, 113th Cavalry Group (Red Horse Cavalry), 44th Tank Destroyer Battalion. He participated in Operation Overlord, landing at Omaha Beach on the ..
Kenneth A. White
Published on: Monday, May 22, 2017
KENNETH A. WHITE
Kenneth A. White, 61, of German, NY, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2017, at his home, while surrounded by his family.
Ken was born in Cortland, NY, on August 12, 1955, the son of Charles and Ruby Eggleston White. A lifelong resident of this area, he was a graduate of Cincinnatus Central School and had been employed at Raymond Corporation for several years prior to becoming ill.
He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Patricia, and his mother, Ruby White, of Cincinnatus. He also leaves behind his brothers, Frederick..
Stephen Conte
Published on: Friday, May 19, 2017
STEPHEN CONTE
Stephen Conte (69) went up to meet His Lord and Savior peacefully from his home in Coventry on May 16, 2017. Stephen, a skilled craftsman, left his legacy by building more than just with his hands, he built a family, who loving stayed by his side until he decided to go meet the master carpenter Himself. His wife Cathy, two daughters Tracy Downey and Joyce Arboit, along with both son in laws, 8 grandkids and 2 great grandchildren daily stole kisses from Stephen and shared stories and prayers to lighten his mood as his final days p..
Loretta M. Mathewson
Published on: Friday, May 19, 2017
LORETTA M. MATHEWSON
Loretta M. Mathewson, 79, of Norwich, NY passed away on May 17, 2017. Loretta was born in Smithville Flats, NY daughter of Clarence and Samantha Youngs. Loretta is predeceased by her husband Richard Bassett, as well as her brother Clarence Youngs, and her niece Angel M. Beckwith.
Loretta is Survived by her children Terry and Pam Bassett, and Nancy Irwin. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters Steven Youngs, Dennis Youngs, Patricia and Ray Wakefield, Brenda and Larry Kischner, and Kitty and Victor Williams. Also ..
Eleanor L. Webb
Published on: Wednesday, May 17, 2017
ELEANOR L. WEBB
Eleanor L. Webb, 93 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY passed away on May 15, 2017 in New Berlin, NY.
Eleanor was born on March 28, 1924 in New Berlin, the daughter of Alvah & Helen (Hawkins) Day.
Her childhood was spent in the New Berlin area and she was a graduate of New Berlin Central School.
On January 27, 1962 she married Julian W. Webb Sr. He predeceased her on September 18, 1994.
Eleanor was employed by Kraft Foods of South Edmeston, NBT Bank and Webb & Sons Inc. She was a long time member of the First United Methodist Chu..
Published on: Wednesday, May 17, 2017
MILDRED L. MANWARREN
Mildred L. Manwarren, 96, a longtime resident of South Plymouth, passed away Tuesday evening, May 9, 2017 In the Chenango Memorial Hospital.
Mildred was born on January 27, 1921 in Oxford the daughter of Francis and Anna (Pfeil) Campbell. She attended the Oxford Academy School and graduated with the Class of 1937 at the age of 16. She then attended a one year post grad course at Oxford before entering Ridley Secretarial School in Binghamton graduating in 1939. Mildred had worked for the Norwich Knitting Mill and the Gain..
Erskine R. Smith
Published on: Tuesday, May 16, 2017
ERSKINE R. SMITH
Erskine R. Smith, 78, of Norwich and former lifelong resident of Beaver Meadow, passed away Saturday evening, May 13, 2017, at his home with his family by his side.
Erskine was born on January 6, 1939 in Beaver Meadow the son of Robert and Hyla (Brown) Smith. He grew up in the Beaver Meadow area and was a graduate of the South Otselic High School.
A dairy farmer for most of his life and losing his dad at the early age of thirteen, he worked with his mom and wife Norma to keep the farm going which he operated for over 50 yea..
Larry Yaddow
Published on: Tuesday, May 16, 2017
LARRY YADDOW
Larry Yaddow 64 of Guilford passed away peacefully with his family, Sunday, May 14, 2017.
He was born April 29, 1953, son of Richard and Madeline Yaddow in Syracuse.
Larry graduated from Unatego Central School. He later married Susan Newman who survives.
Larry was a NYS certified tool and die maker and was employed by GE in Norwich.
He was a member of the Antique Engine Club in Guilford and enjoyed rebuilding hit and miss engines, working on his truck, gardening and spending time with his family.
Larry is survived by his wife..
Dale F. Larsen
Published on: Monday, May 15, 2017
DALE F. LARSEN
Dale F. Larsen passed away peacefully in her sleep in Binghamton NY on May 13, 2017 after a long battle with kidney disease. She was a resident of Bridgewater Nursing Home where she received excellent care and dialysis for many years.
Dale was born on December 10, 1946 in Worcester, MA. She was the first born of seven children to William P and Evalyn F (Paul) Wheeler.
Dale was predeceased by her father, William P. Wheeler and beloved sister, Robin L. Hitt. She is survived by her beautiful daughter, Maria Andruschenko and s..
Mildred L. Manwarren
Published on: Monday, May 15, 2017
Mildred L. Manwarren, 96, of South Plymouth, passed away Tuesday evening, May 9, 2017, in the Chenango Memorial Hospital.
A funeral service for Mildred will be held on Saturday, May 20, at Noon from the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home. Interment will be in the South Side Cemetery of Plymouth.
Friends may call at the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home on Saturday from 10 am until the time of the service at Noon.
A complete obituary for Mildred will appear in a later edition of the Evening Sun...
Geraldine A. (geri) Ryan
Published on: Friday, May 12, 2017
GERALDINE A. (GERI) RYAN
Geraldine A. (Geri) Ryan, 86, of Norwich passed away unexpectedly Saturday evening, May 6, 2017, in the Chenango Memorial Hospital.
Geri was born on January 6, 1931 in Troy, NY the daughter of John and Florence Guild Seith. She received her education from the Power’s Grade School, Knickerbacher Jr. High School and the Lansingburg High School all located in Troy. On January 1, 1950 in Troy she married William J. Ryan who passed away April 30, 2015.
Geri has made her home in Norwich for over 30 years. She was a lon..
Jon Philip “phil” Bennett
Published on: Friday, May 12, 2017
JON PHILIP ‘PHIL’ BENNETT
WATERVILLE – Jon Philip “Phil” Bennett, 73, of Peck Road, passed away unexpectedly on May 9, 2017.
He was born October 25, 1943, a son of the late Donald and Thelma (Corbin) Bennett. Phil graduated from Waterville High School and worked on the family dairy farm. He owned and operated D&D Oil in Clinton until 2009 when he sold the business and continued working for the new owner. He retired from Mohawk Limited. Phil was married to Valerie Robischon, with whom he had his son David and daughter Debbie. He..
Gertrude A. Lathrop
Published on: Friday, May 12, 2017
GERTRUDE A. LATHROP
SHERBURNE – Gertrude A. Lathrop, 93, of Chapel St., passed away Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at her home.
She was born April 13, 1924 in North Norwich, a daughter of Will and Fay I. Silvernail Pike. She received her early education in North Norwich and was a graduate of Sherburne High School. On March 12, 1955, Gertrude married Charles Eugene “Gene” Lathrop in Reno, NV. Together they owned and operated Westover Farm in Sherburne until retiring. Gene predeceased her on January 31, 2011. Above all, Gertrude’s priority was ca..
Michael Peter Nugnes
Published on: Thursday, May 11, 2017
MICHAEL PETER NUGNES
SHERBURNE – Michael Peter Nugnes, 62, of West State St., passed away Tuesday May 9, 2017 at his home.
He was born June 11, 1954 in Brooklyn, NY a son of Peter and Marie Fornito Nugnes. He received his early education at St. Margaret’s School in Middle Village, Queens and was a graduate of Thomas A. Edison High School in Jamaica, NY. Michael married Lillian M. Freeley on October 27, 1979 at St. Thomas Apostle Roman Catholic Church in Woodhaven, NY. Michael’s career was in elevator repair and had worked at various co..
Elizabeth M. Crocker
Published on: Wednesday, May 10, 2017
ELIZABETH M. CROCKER
Elizabeth M. Crocker, 57, of Chenango Forks, went to be with the Lord on May 7, 2017 in Scranton, Pennsylvania. She was predeceased by her parents; Donald and Elizabeth Culver; sister, Lisa Culver and niece, Tracy Braman. Elizabeth is survived by her son, Nick Crocker; sisters and brothers-in-law, Claudia Wacaster, Jeanine and Tony Criscitello, Tina and Tom Beardsley; brothers and sisters-in law, Donald and Carrie Culver, Tom and Jo-Ann Culver, Bob and Vicki Culver, Charles and Debra Culver, along with several nieces and n..
Frances E. (moore) Kinch
Published on: Wednesday, May 10, 2017
FRANCES E. (MOORE) KINCH
Frances E. (Moore) Kinch, 81 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY passed away peacefully on May 6, 2017 at Chase Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family.
Frances was born on November 11, 1935 in the Town of Pittsfield the daughter of Raymond & Mary (Duley) Moore. Her childhood was spent in Pittsfield, NY. She was employed by Taco, the clarinet factory and the Norwich Shoe Company.
In October of 1951 she married Kenneth P. Kinch. They went on to have 4 children.
Frances enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchi..
Kinsley Nichole Houck
Published on: Monday, May 8, 2017
OUR LITTLE ANGEL
Kinsley Nichole Houck, April 26, 2017
Daughter of Tameika Houck and Brandon Merchant. Kinsley is survived by her mother and father, her brother, Kayden Spicer; her sisters, Sophia Houck, and Emma Merchant; her maternal grandparents, Michele Sullivan and Richard Riesel, of Smyrna, and Daniel Houck, Jr., of Guilford; her paternal grandparents, Rhon and Laurie Merchant, of Chatham, NY; her great-grandparents, Howard and Thelma Brazee, of Plymouth; and several aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.
A graveside service for Kins..
Thomas Leary
Published on: Monday, May 8, 2017
THOMAS LEARY
Thomas Leary formerly of Norwich died peacefully May 4th in Lumberton North Carolina. Tom worked for 25 years for the Department of Corrections mostly at Camp Pharsalia. Tom was married and survived by his wife Sharon Leary with whom he lived in North Carolina after his retirement. Tom is survived by his children, Regina Newbauer of Prescott Valley, Arizona. Tony Newbauer of Sherburne , N.Y. Kelly Fredricks and husband Steve Of Norwich N. Y. Tammy Frederick of Prescott, Arizona. Lisa Coleman Donovan, Great River Ny. Jeffrey C..
Brenda Sue Bordeau
Published on: Monday, May 8, 2017
BRENDA SUE BORDEAU
Brenda Sue Bordeau, 48 of Unadilla, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, May 5, 2017, at Bassett Hospital, Cooperstown, after a short illness.
Born in Norwich, NY on March 12, 1969, Brenda was the daughter of Richard “Dick” and Eleanor “Ellie” (Leach) Charles. The family moved to Oxford in 1971 where she grew up and attended Oxford Academy and Central School, class of 1987. Brenda graduated from SUNY Delhi in 1990 with an AAS in Veterinary Science. Brenda was employed as a teacher’s aid with the Sidney Centr..
Ann Elizabeth Shaheen
Published on: Tuesday, May 2, 2017
ANN ELIZABETH SHAHEEN
Ann Elizabeth Shaheen, 64, of North America passed away unexpectedly on December 23, 2016 in Rabun Gap, Georgia.
Ann, also known as Annie, Sister Ann, Auntie Ann, Auntie Angel, Elizabeth and Cha-Cha, was a dear friend to all those she touched through the many places she lived and called home throughout her life.
Ann was born December 8, 1952 to Louis J. Shaheen and Catherine Riley Shaheen of Norwich, NY. After graduating from Norwich Senior High School in 1970, Ann attended SUNY Morrisville. Upon graduation, Ann found..
Zane A. Marvin
Published on: Tuesday, May 2, 2017
ZANE A. MARVIN
PLYMOUTH – Zane A. Marvin, 55, of Beaver Meadow Rd., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Oneida Healthcare, Oneida, NY.
He was born October 17, 1961 in Norwich, NY, a son of Zane W. and Harriett Oliver Marvin. On May 26, 1987, he married Amanda Boggs in Orlando, FL. Zane was a tractor-trailer owner/operator who hauled milk to New York City, and then logs for his brother, Doug Marvin.
His favorite times were those spent at outings and get-togethers with family and friends, and especially with his granddaug..
Laurena Alta Murray Gridley
Published on: Tuesday, May 2, 2017
LAURENA M. GRIDLEY
NORTH BROOKFIELD – Laurena Alta Murray Gridley, 94, of Barnes Rd., passed away, Saturday April 22, 2017 at the Martin-Luther Home, Clinton. She was born in Livingstonville, NY on May 26, 1922 a daughter of the late John L. and Alta Monroe Murray and graduated from S. Otselic High School in 1941. On January 1, 1944 in Norwich she was united in marriage to Gaylord G. Gridley. He predeceased her August 28, 1984. Laurena’s joy was caring for her family. She also enjoyed crocheting, crafts and gardening. She had a special pla..
James D. Lemery
Published on: Tuesday, May 2, 2017
JAMES D. LEMERY
NORWICH – James D. Lemery, 61, of Sherburne, NY passed away unexpectedly on April 27, 2017.
James was born on May 26, 1955, the son of Thomas and Patricia Doyle Lemery. Jim graduated from Hamilton High School in 1973. He served in the U.S. Army for four years then graduated from Oswego State University. He was a caregiver and loved music, especially listening to the Beatles and playing guitar.
James is survived by his mother Patricia of Sherburne; five children Matthew, Travis Jamie, Nathan and Hadin; two grandchildren; bro..