Obituaries
Robert D. "Bob" Klein
Jan 9, 2023
Ilion, New York-Robert D. "Bob" Klein, age 61, an Ilion resident, passed away on Monday afternoon, January 9, 2022 at MVHS, New Hartford Campus, following a courageous battle with kidney disease. He was surrounded by his family, at the time of his passing.
Bob was born on March 5, 1961 in Utica, son of the late Robert F. Klein...
Frederick L. Wagner
Jan 8, 2023
St. Johnsville, New York-Mr. Frederick L. Wagner, age 97, a lifelong resident of St. Johnsville, husband of the late Alice (Klock) Wagner, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, January 8, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica.
A lifelong St. Johnsville resident, Frederick was a self-employed logger and area mason. He was born and raised in St. Johnsville and served...
Gary P. Flansburg
Jan 3, 2023
Frankfort, New York-Gary P. Flansburg, 68, of Frankfort, NY, passed away on January 3, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, with his loving family by his side.
Gary was born on June 27, 1954 in Herkimer NY, a son of the late Philip and Betty Jane (Broadbent) Flansburg. He attended West Canada Valley Schools and later graduated from Ogdensburg Free...
David C. Dunning
Dec 18, 2022
Ilion, New York-David C. Dunning, 79, of Otsego Street, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on Sunday Dec. 18, 2022 at Little Falls Hospital.
He was born Aug. 22, 1943, in Little Falls, son of the late Mary Margaret Block of Ilion and Howard Dunning, Sr., of Dolgeville. He was educated in Ilion schools and attended MVCC...
Earl Joseph David
Dec 16, 2022
Bridgewater, New York-Earl J. David, a lifelong resident of Bridgewater NY, completed his final journey home on December 16, 2022, with his family by his side. His parents Aurele and Catherine David welcome Earl on December 15, 1952. He was the youngest of four children.
Earl married his beloved wife Dawn, on January 1, 1984 and they enjoyed a union...
Gerald Anderson
Dec 14, 2022
Little Falls, New York-Mr. Gerald Anderson, age 80, of East Monroe St., passed away on Wednesday evening, December 14, 2022 at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown with the support of his son, Jamie Anderson and his wife, Elizabeth, by his side.
He was born on Sept. 24, 1942 son of the late Benjamin "Elmer" and Myrtle Isabella (Spoar) Anderson and educated in...
Martha Maria Staring
Dec 9, 2022
Little Falls, New York-Martha Maria Staring, age 30, a lifelong Little Falls resident, was tragically and suddenly taken from her cherished family and friends. Her passing occurred on Friday, December 9, 2022, at Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica, New York. When her untimely passing occurred, she had the support of those who loved her, at her bedside.
Martha was born...
Bernard "Bernie" John Wren
Dec 7, 2022
East Herkimer, New York-Bernard John Wren "Bernie" passed away unexpectedly on December 7, 2022. He was a long-time resident of Main Road in East Herkimer. He was 62 years old.
Bernie was born on the Fourth of July 1960 and to say he was a firecracker would be an understatement. He graduated from Herkimer High School in 1980 and spent...
Christopher John Tesi
Dec 3, 2022
Stratford, New York-Christopher John Tesi, age 65, of Piseco Road, Stratford, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022 at North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset, NY.
He was born in the Bronx, on February 28, 1957, son of the late Raymond G. and Rose (Occhipinti) Tesi and received his education in NYC schools. He was united in marriage to Helen...
Barry Johns
Dec 3, 2022
Little Falls, New York-Barry W. Johns, 81, a longtime resident of Little Falls, passed away on Saturday, December 3rd, 2022.
He was born on October 12, 1941 in Little Falls, NY, son of the late Walter and Catherine (Reardon) Johns. Barry attended Ilion schools, graduated in 1959, and served in the US Army from 1959-1962. After being discharged from...
William J. Grady
Dec 2, 2022
Little Falls, New York-William J. Grady, age, 68, passed away on Friday morning, December 2, 2022 in Alpine Nursing and Rehab, Little Falls. William was born on January 7, 1954 in Brooklyn, NY, son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Grady. He attended and graduated from St. Agnes Cathedral High School in Rockville Centre, NY in 1972 where he...
Joseph A. LaValla
Nov 30, 2022
Little Falls, New York-Joseph A. "Joey" LaValla, age 62, a lifelong Little Falls resident, passed away in the comfort of his Little Falls home on Wednesday evening, Nov. 30, 2022, with the love and support of his devoted family, at his bedside, following a long battle with cancer.
Joe was born on June 30, 1960 in Little Falls son of...
Jonah Bradley Johnson
Nov 29, 2022
Sprakers, New York-A beautiful shining soul has left this world way too soon. Jonah Bradley Johnson (Smith), 49, of Sprakers, NY passed away unexpectedly at home Tuesday evening, November 29, 2022.Born in Schenectady, NY on October 13, 1973, Jonah attended Duanesburg Central School, graduating from Schalmont High School in 1992. He enjoyed a lengthy, prosperous career with the I.A.T.S.E. Local...
Ray Maurice Guinup
Nov 28, 2022
Little Falls, New York-Mr. Ray Maurice Guinup, of Shells Bush Road, owner and operator of Ray's Tree Service and the beloved husband of Mildred Guinup, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, Nov. 28, 2022 in the peace and comfort of his home.
In respecpecting Ray's wishes, there will be no services. Cremation arrangements are under the direction and care...
Thomas "Tom" Guidera, Jr.
Nov 26, 2022
Canastota/Utica, New York-In the loving Hands of God, Mr. Thomas “Tom” Guidera, Jr. age 68, of Snell Road, (town of Lenox), Canastota, NY, began his journey in spirit on Saturday, November 26, 2022, with his loving family by his side. Tom had been battling the rare Amyloidosis Disease and Multiple Myeloma. He was surrounded with love and support from his cherished...
George William Vilardi
Nov 21, 2022
Mr. George W. Vilardi, Jr. age 57, formerly of Ilion, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, November 21, 2022 at Oneida Healthcare, after a long illness.
He was born on Feb 6, 1965, son of the late George W. Vilardi, Sr. and Madelynn A. Williams. George was educated in Whitesboro schools and was last employed as a car detailer. George...
Mildred Decker
Nov 8, 2022
Herkimer, New York-A loved resident at Foltsbrook Center for Nursing and Rehab, Herkimer, Mildred Decker, passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, Nov. 8, 2022, at that facility.
Mildred was born on Oct. 17, 1926 and was proud to have celebrated her 96th birthday. She was born in Binghamton, NY and was a self-employed cleaner, lastly in the Utica area....
Robin Lynn Freeman
Nov 7, 2022
Oppenheim, New York-Robin Lynn Freeman, age 67, of County Highway 120, Dolgeville, passed away on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022 at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown.
In keeping with the wishes of Robin, there are no services. Cremation arrangements are under the direction and care of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5 (corner of Bidleman Road), Little Falls, 315-508-5131.
Harvey Allen Rackmyer
Nov 7, 2022
St. Johnsville, New York-Mr. Harvey A. Rackmyer, age 72, a longtime St. Johnsville resident (Monroe Street), passed away peacefully on Monday morning, Nov. 7, 2022 at Albany Medical Center. He had the love and support of his family, by his side at the time of his passing.
Harvey was born on Dec. 19, 1949 in Little Falls, son of the...
Robert "Bob" Chrisman
Nov 3, 2022
Little Falls, New York-Mr. Robert E. “Bob” Chrisman, age 74, a lifelong Little Falls resident, passed away peacefully on Thursday afternoon, November 3, 2022, at Little Falls Hospital.
He was born August 6, 1948, in Little Falls, son of the late Robert and Arleta Chrisman, and educated in Little Falls schools, and a graduate of Little Falls High School “Class...
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