Obituaries

Thomas J. Miles

Thomas J. Miles

Aug 17, 2026

Thomas J. "Tom" Miles, age 62, passed away at his residence in Ilion, NY. 

Originally from Frankfort, he was the son of the late Shirley (Barcus) and Dale Miles. After High School, Thomas earned an associate's degree in human services. 

Thomas was well suited for his career as a behavior specialist in the public service sector with Rome DDSO.

Tom is survived by...

Stephen Andrew Korce

Stephen Andrew Korce

Aug 16, 2026

Stephen Andrew Korce, age 70, of Little Falls, formally of south Fl, passed away peacefully at his home with his loving family by his side. Stephen was the 2nd oldest of 7. The first sibling to pass of his 4 brothers and 2 sisters. In September of 2023 Stephen was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. He was told he...

George L. Getchell

George L. Getchell

Aug 11, 2026

Mr. George L. Getchell, age 63, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, in the comfort of his home.

George was born in Islip, Long Island on May 21, 1963, to Ms. Corrine Getchell. George had a great passion for tinkering with small engines and loved the great outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, four-wheeling and spending time with his beloved family.

He...

Susan Florian

Susan Florian

Aug 10, 2026

Susan A. Florian, age 66, of Gloversville, NY passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026, at Ellis Hospital in Amsterdam, NY.

Susan was born on May 21, 1960, in Ilion, NY to the late Prosper and Mary (Tyo) Vennera. Susan graduated from Herkimer High School, class of 1978. At one time, she was married to Robert Florian, who passed away in...

Sheri Lynn Simonds

Sheri Lynn Simonds

Jul 21, 2026

In Loving Memory of Sheri Lynn Chabrier-Simonds (Woodbeck)

 Sheri Lynn Chabrier-Simonds, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026, at the age of 54, after a courageous battle with metastatic colon cancer. Born on January 14, 1972, Sheri was a lifelong resident of Ilion, New York, where she built a life centered on love, family, and compassion. Sheri was the beloved daughter...

Angelo Spagnolo

Angelo Spagnolo

Jul 6, 2026

Mr. Angelo Spagnolo, age 87, of St. Johnsville, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the Little Falls Hospital. 

Angelo was born in Bari, Italy on March 10, 1939, to Nick Spagnolo and Rosina Rotondo. He worked at Nicks Barber Shop in Herkimer, NY for many years, he had a great passion for his job as a Barber and enjoyed...

James Joseph Riggi, Jr.

James Joseph Riggi, Jr.

Jun 11, 2026

FONDA – Mr. James Joseph Riggi, Jr., age 75, of the Town of Mohawk, passed away at his home unexpectedly on June 11th, 2026.

He was born July 6th, 1950, in Schenectady, New York, a son of the late James, Sr., and Antoinette (Costanzo) Riggi. James lived life to the fullest. He was a Race Car Driver #21 and loved riding...

Joseph J. Mastracco

Joseph J. Mastracco

May 18, 2026

Joseph J. Mastracco, of Ann Street, St. Johnsville, N.Y., passed away on May 18th, 2026. He would have been 102 years old in August of this year.

Joe was born in Canajoharie, N.Y. in 1924, the son of Pietro Marcello Mastracco and Jenovina (Jenny) Nalli, immigrants from Italy. Along with his brother Henry and sister Mary, he was educated in the...

Andrew Gordon

Andrew Gordon

May 12, 2026

Mr. Andrew “Andy” Gordon age 48, of Mohawk, NY passed away peacefully on May 12th, 2026.

Andy was born in Ilion, NY on July 4th, 1977, to Brian Gordon and Linda Boecke (Douglas). He attended Mohawk and Ilion Schools. Andrew worked for HAPS Tree Removal in Mohawk and also worked doing construction.

Of all things Andy will be remembered for, his kindness,...

Mark T. Klink

Mark T. Klink

May 12, 2026

Mr. Mark T. Klink, age 67, of Mohawk, passed away in the comfort of his home on May 12th, 2026.

Mark was born in Albany, NY on October 5, 1958, to Irving Klink and Colleen Woods (Campbell). Mark was a truck driver for 45 years in which he was very passionate about, the road was his second home. When he was...

Santina C. Wurz

Santina C. Wurz

May 11, 2026

Santina Cecelia “Sandy” Wurz, 94, of Utica, went to be with our Lord in the comfort of her home, with her family by her side, on May 11, 2026.

Sandy was one of three siblings born to Giovanni and Carmella (Rugare) Zangrone of Utica, NY. Santina graduated from Utica Catholic Academy with a Regents Diploma. She worked for over 25 years...

Nancy Elizabeth Capek

Nancy Elizabeth Capek

May 10, 2026

Nancy Elizabeth Capek, beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children and grandchildren at the age of 86, on May 10, 2026.

Nancy loved spending time with her family and friends, gardening, cooking, knitting, reading, writing letters, and caring for her animals. Nancy was also a deeply spiritual woman who studied the Bible and...

Jean Ann Cook

Jean Ann Cook

May 4, 2026

Mrs. Jean Cook, born July 23, 1937, passed away peacefully on Monday May 04, 2026. She is now reunited with her late husband, Charles. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Edith Bleaking and a graduate from Van Hornesville school class of 1955

Jean was joined in marriage to Charles “Charlie” Matthew Cook in Mohawk on July 23, 1955,...

Donald J. Judson

Donald J. Judson

May 3, 2026

 Donald J. Judson passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, at Wynn Hospital in Utica, New York.

He was born on May 12, 1974, in Utica to Steven Redner and Donna Judson. Donald also attended Frankfort Schools.

Donald had a diverse career, which included working at Lars Tetan Cigars and delivering for the Observer Dispatch. He also spent a significant portion of...

Kimberley S. Kolar

Kimberley S. Kolar

Apr 21, 2026

Mrs. Kimberley S. Kolar age 64, of Herkimer, passed away unexpectedly on April 21, 2026, at Wynn Hospital in Utica, NY.

Kim was born on November 1st, 1961, in Herkimer, she was the daughter of Lester Hunt and Rodena Sauer. Kim married her husband, Keith D. Kolar in on July 4th, 1998, at the park in Mohawk. Kim and Keith shared...

Joyce Marie Robellard

Joyce Marie Robellard

Apr 17, 2026

Joyce Robellard

Mohawk, New York

Joyce Marie Robellard was born February 15, 1929, as Joyce Marie Shipengrover. She was reunited with her late husband Jerry on April 17, 2026.

She was united in marriage to Gerald “Jerry” Robellard on May 19, 1951, in Niagara Falls sharing many loving years together until his passing in 2021. They celebrated an amazing 70 years of marriage....

Robert E. Thomas

Robert E. Thomas

Apr 16, 2026

Mr. Robert E. Thomas, age 63, of Fort Plain, NY passed away on Thursday, April 16th, 2026, at Ellis Hospital with his family by his side.

Robert was born on April 27, 1962, in Frankfort, Indiana and was adopted by his parents James and Lucille Thomas. He grew up in the Oppenheim - Stratford area and attended Stratford school. Robert enjoyed...

Wayne R. "Bobby" Johnson

Wayne R. "Bobby" Johnson

Mar 14, 2026

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Wayne Johnson, known to most as “Bobby,” a man whose laughter, humor, and larger-than-life personality left a lasting mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Wayne passed away after a sudden medical event, spending his final week in the hospital surrounded by an incredible support system. Throughout that week, a steady...

Allen Robert Williams

Allen Robert Williams

Jan 31, 2026

Allen Robert Williams, born on January 28, 1950 in Oxford, New York, to Earl Williams and Alice Hamilton, passed unexpectedly on January 31st.

A proud Army veteran, he was drafted in 1969 and served his country during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged in 1970, carrying forward the quiet strength and discipline that would define his work life.

In November of...

Marilyn Mae (Robinson) White

Marilyn Mae (Robinson) White

Jan 19, 2026

Marilyn Mae (Robinson) White, a beloved mother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026. She is now reunited with her late husband, Clifford.

Born on May 26, 1931, in Syracuse, New York, Marilyn was the daughter of Lloyd and Violet (Wood) Robinson. A proud member of the Herkimer High School Class of 1948, she furthered her education at...