Obituary Listing

Diana A. Barber

Diana A. Barber

Jun 16, 2023

Cobleskill- Diana A. Barber, 85, of Shad Point Road, Cobleskill, New York died Friday, June 16, 2023 at Cobleskill Regional Hospital following a long illness. Born on March 8, 1938 in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of William Weber and Alice Eaton Weber. She had been a resident of the Cobleskill area since 1971, previously residing on Long Island....

Gail Ann Roberts

Gail Ann Roberts

Jun 10, 2023

On Saturday, June 10, 2023, Gail Ann Roberts of Cobleskill, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 76. She is survived by her Brother Andrew (Marianne) of Schoharie, Brother Gary (Kathleen) of Chestertown, her Niece Sarah Roberts (Alex), Nephews Mark Roberts, Keith (Carol) Roberts and Danny (Brooke) Roberts. She was born on October...

Dennis R. Dewitt

Dennis R. Dewitt

Jun 4, 2023

Dennis R. DeWitt (Den), 72, of Bear Gulch Road,Summit, died Sunday, June 4, 2023 unexpectedly at his residence of natural causes. Born December 14, 1950 in Schenectady, he was the son of Earl and Ruth (Shillinger) DeWitt. He lived in Central Bridge, NY and graduated from Schoharie Central School in 1969. Den then joined the United States Navy where he...

Brenda Ann Smith

Brenda Ann Smith

Jun 3, 2023

Brenda Ann Smith, 60, formerly of Howes Cave and most recently of Carbondale, PA, died unexpectedly on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown. Born September 11, 1962 in Rhinebeck, she was the daughter of William and Alice C. (Grant) Smith. They preceded her in death, and she missed them immensely. Brenda had been employed at Sovereign...

Madeline Carol Cooper

Madeline Carol Cooper

Jun 2, 2023

Cobleskill- Madeline C. Cooper, 81, formerly of Cobleskill, died Friday, June 2, 2023 at Wilkinson Residential Health Care Facility in Amsterdam where she had been a resident for the past several years. Born April 5, 1942 in Central Bridge, she was the daughter of Chauncey L. and Ethel L. (Diamond) Cooper. Madeline was a lifelong area resident and for 19...

Valerie Elizabeth Pendas

Valerie Elizabeth Pendas

May 31, 2023

It is with sorrow that we share that Valerie Elizabeth Pendas, age 68, died on May 31, 2023 at Albany Medical Center after her health declined due to dementia. Valerie was born on November 7, 1954 in Jacksonville, North Carolina and was institutionalized immediately due to her disability as was somewhat customary at that time. Valerie remained institutionalized until 1975...

Loretta B. Kretser

Loretta B. Kretser

May 29, 2023

Fort Plain- Loretta B. Kretser, 92, of State Highway 10, Fort Plain, New York died, Monday, May 29, 2023, at her home, surrounded by family. Born on March 21, 1931 she was the daughter of Raymond Suits and Elva Avery Suits. She was a graduate of Fort Plain High School and was a lifelong resident of the local area. In...

David S. Fiske

David S. Fiske

May 26, 2023

David S. Fiske, 83, formerly of Shelburne, MA, died Friday, May 26, 2023 at St. Johnsville Rehab and Nursing Center. Born on April 6, 1940 in Shelburne, MA, he was the son of Murray Fiske and Marion Settright Fiske. He attended Arms Academy and was a graduate of Smith Vocational and Agricultural School in Northampton, MA. After moving to New...

Maryann C. Bascomb

Maryann C. Bascomb

May 22, 2023

Cobleskill- MaryAnn C. Bascomb, 70, of Cobleskill died Monday, May 22, 2023 at St. Peter's Hospice following years of declining health. Born August 14, 1952 in Utica, NY she was the daughter of Joseph and Rose (Scalise) Terminio . She grew up in Utica and was a graduate of Mohawk Valley Community College where she received her Associate's Degree. MaryAnn...

James E. Walsh

James E. Walsh

May 16, 2023

James E. Walsh, 52, most recently of Wilmington, North Carolina passed Tuesday, May 16, 2023. Born on October 22, 1970 in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of Francis E. Walsh and Eleanor Caton Walsh. He was a graduate of Middleburgh Central School. James worked for Toe Path Industries. Jim’s favorite tv show was the Andy Griffith show, with that...

Guy J. Garrett, Jr

Guy J. Garrett, Jr

May 11, 2023

Schoharie - Guy J. Garrett, 89, of Schoharie, died Thursday, May 11, 2023 at Robinson Terrace Nursing Home in Stamford, NY following a lengthy illness. Born January 17, 1934 in New York City, Guy was the son of Guy and Marion (Harrison) Garrett. He was a United States Army veteran, proudly serving his country from 1953 until receiving an honorable...

Patricianne Pacatte

Patricianne Pacatte

May 4, 2023

She did it her way. Patricianne “Pat” Pacatte passed away at 81 years old on May 4, 2023. Born in Norwich, NY, she would routinely offer, “born ten days after the attack on Pearl Harbor”. Pat was the daughter of Heart and Papa (Bob and Marianne Raftis) and eldest sister to Pam, Peggy, Penny, Mike and Marty. She was called...

Donald William Clarke

Donald William Clarke

May 3, 2023

Summit- Chief Don Clarke, 53 year active fire fighter and chief passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at his residence in Summit with family and friends at his side, after a three year battle with liver and kidney disease. At the time of his passing, he was still 1st Assistant Chief of SFD 1612. Don was born March...

Tabatha Sue Price

Tabatha Sue Price

May 1, 2023

Cobleskill- Tabatha Sue Price, 45, of State Route 165, Cobleskill, New York died Monday, May 1, 2023 at her home. Born on July 27, 1977 in Cobleskill, NY, she was the daughter of Geruld Olsen and Elizabeth Lane Olsen. She was a graduate of Cobleskill High School and Herkimer County Community College. She also attended SUNY Oneonta. Tabatha was a...

Donald Schel

Donald Schel

Apr 27, 2023

Donald “Don” Schel, 74, formerly of Farmingville, Long Island and 30 years residing in Norwich, died in his home in the presence of his family on Thursday, April 27, 2023. Don was born in The Haag, Netherlands on February 25, 1949, the son of Leonardas and Yvette (Poelvedere) Schel. At the age of 5, Don and his family migrated to...

Robin Brazie

Robin Brazie

Apr 25, 2023

Warnerville- Robin M. Brazie, 56, of West Fulton Road, Warnerville died Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at her home. Born on November 8, 1966 in Schenectady, NY, she was the daughter of Robert M. Brazie and Betty J. Dearstyne Brazie. She was a graduate of Cobleskill High School and was very proud of being a Red Devil. She was a lifelong...

Brianna Steagall

Brianna Steagall

Apr 22, 2023

Cobleskill- Brianna Steagall, 31, of Main Street, Cobleskill, New York died unexpectedly on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at St. Mary's Healthcare of Amsterdam. Born on July 24, 1991 in Escondido, CA, she was the daughter of Jamie Steagall and Caroline Consalvo. She attended Cobleskill-Richmondville High School and spent most of her life in the Cobleskill area. Brianna worked various jobs,...

Jerry Jack Clapper

Jerry Jack Clapper

Apr 18, 2023

Warnerville- Jerry Jack Clapper, 78, of Clapper Road, Warnerville, died Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown. Born on March 9, 1945 in Cobleskill, he was the son of William Nelson Clapper and Julia Jennie (Hadsell) Clapper. Jerry enjoyed woodcarving, trying different inventions, wildlife, animals, and the outdoors. Jerry is survived by his sister, Linda L. Adams; as...

Christina Liardo

Christina Liardo

Apr 14, 2023

Christina Liardo, 40, of Troy, NY died Friday, April 14, 2023 unexpectedly. Born August 3, 1982 in Manhattan, she was the daughter of Frank Liardo and Maritza (Santos) Gregory. Christina was a high school graduate and worked at various places throughout her life, most recently Burlington Coat Factory in Crossgates Mall. Christina enjoyed spending time at the beach, was passionate...

Fred R. Vanvalkenburg

Fred R. Vanvalkenburg

Apr 12, 2023

Summit- Fred R. VanValkenburg, 60, of Baldwin Road, Summit, New York passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at his home with his loving family at his side. Born on October 12, 1962 in Cobleskill, NY he was the son of Richard E. VanValkenburg and Janet Becker VanValkenburg. He was a lifelong resident of the local area. Fred was a member...