Obituaries

Joseph G. "Joe" Grande

Joseph G. "Joe" Grande

May 21, 2023

Little Falls - Mr. Joseph Grande, 74, a lifelong resident of Little Falls, entered into eternal rest peacefully on Sunday morning, May 21, 2023 at Valley Health Services in Herkimer, NY.

He was born on May 31, 1948 in Little Falls, son of the late Italo and Caroline (Braccini) Grande and educated in Little Falls schools. On July 17, 1976,...

Donald Joseph Cooper

Donald Joseph Cooper

May 20, 2023

Stratford, New York-Donald Joseph Cooper, age 64, of Piseco Road, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Saturday, May 20, 2023.

There are no services.  Arrangements for cremation have been placed in the care of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, Little Falls (Town of Manheim), 315-508-5131.  

Gerald "Jerry" Quinn

Gerald "Jerry" Quinn

May 16, 2023

Old Forge, New York-Gerald (Jerry) Quinn, long-time resident of Old Forge, New York, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2023 at the age of 78.

He leaves behind his son, Keith Quinn and his wife, Jennifer Quinn, Old Forge, NY, along with the many friends he made over his lifetime.

If you knew Jerry, he always went out...

Katherine Otrupcak

Katherine Otrupcak

May 9, 2023

Mrs. Katherine Otrupcak of Little Falls, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, May 9, 2023.

She was born on Sept. 21, 1933, in Kljajicevo, Yugoslavia, daughter of the late Anna (Lehman) and Jakob Sadlek.  She, along with her family left her home during World War II in October of 1944 at the age of 12 and traveled through Europe by...

Heidi Beth Delaney

Heidi Beth Delaney

May 8, 2023

Heidi Beth Delaney, age 51, of Arthur Street, wife of Paul James Delaney, passed away on Monday morning, May 8, 2023 at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown, after battling a long illness.

There are no scheduled services.  Arrangements for cremation are under the direction and care of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, Town of Manheim, 315-508-5131.

Dawn Elaine (Stone) Vallese

Dawn Elaine (Stone) Vallese

May 4, 2023

Mrs. Dawn Elaine (Stone) Vallese, age 83, a longtime Herkimer resident, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2023, at Foltsbrook Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Herkimer.

Dawn was born in Rochester, NY, on Nov. 24, 1939, daughter of the late Joseph and Florence (Adams) Stone, and educated in Rochester schools. She worked at the Rochester Phone Company prior to...

Fred E. Hartmann

Fred E. Hartmann

May 4, 2023

Mr. Fred E. Hartmann, age 75, a lifelong Ilion resident, beloved husband of Rose Marie M. (Bumbolo) Hartmann, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, May 4, 2023 at MVHS, St. Luke's Campus, New Hartford, with the love and support of his family by his side.

Fred was born in Ilion, NY on June 5th, 1947, the son of Frederick...

Linda Marie Denapole

Linda Marie Denapole

Apr 29, 2023

It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of their beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, Linda Marie Denapole, on April 29th, 2023. Linda's passing occurred at home surrounded by her loving family, after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 66 years old.

Linda was born in Herkimer, NY, on September 17, 1956, to William...

Jeanne Berowski

Jeanne Berowski

Apr 28, 2023

Jeanne Berowski, age 71, loving wife, mother, aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away in the late hours of April 28 after courageously fighting a sudden illness.

Jeanne was born in 1952, in Brooklyn, to parents Margaret and Henry Hansen. She had one brother, 13 years her senior. In 1966, at only 14 years old, by a chance encounter at a...

John T. Dise

John T. Dise

Apr 25, 2023

   John T. Dise, age 57, passed away after a  brief illness on Tuesday afternoon, April 25, 2023 at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown, surrounded by his cherished family.

   He was born on May 9, 1965, son of John and Judy Dise. John married his soulmate and bestfriend Jane Dillman, September 17th 1994. They were blessed with three children, and many years...

Bernard "Phil" Ames

Bernard "Phil" Ames

Apr 24, 2023

Mr. Benard "Phil" Ames, age 72, of Moreland Street, passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, April 23, 2023.

There are no services.  Arrangements for cremation are under the direction and care of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, between Little Falls and St. Johnsville, 315-508-5131.

Wayne D. McCabe

Wayne D. McCabe

Apr 21, 2023

Mr. Wayne D. McCabe, age 75, of Snells Bush Road, Town of Manheim, husband of Diane K. McCabe, passed away suddenly of natural causes at his home on Friday, April 21, 2023.

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.  Arrangements for cremation are under the direction and care of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State...

Nora Cambridge

Nora Cambridge

Apr 17, 2023

Mrs. Nora E. Cambridge, age 96, formerly of Mohawk, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, April 17, 2023 at the Grand Nursing and Rehab Facility, Ilion.  At the time of her passing, she had the love of her family by her side.

She was born on August 5, 1926 in Ilion, one of four girls, the daughter of the late...

Kevin Victor Gustavson

Kevin Victor Gustavson

Apr 10, 2023

Kevin Victor Gustavson, 67, of Cassville, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, April 10, 2023 at the Abraham House, Rome.

He was born in Utica on March 2, 1956 son of the late Kenneth and Margaret (Loomis) Gustavson and educated locally.  He was a contractor by trade.  He was a hard-working man who always put the needs of his loved...

Craig Matthew Lundquist

Craig Matthew Lundquist

Apr 9, 2023

Craig Matthew Lundquist, age 62, a native of Mohawk, passed away on Easter Day, 2023 at the St. Luke's Campus of MVHS, town of New Hartford.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction and care of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, between Little Falls and St. Johnsville, 315-508-5131.  More details will appear soon.

Marian Louise Yager Bouck

Marian Louise Yager Bouck

Apr 9, 2023

Fort Plain, NY- Mrs. Marian Louise Yager Bouck, age 92, a longtime Fort Plain resident, passed away peacefully on Easter morning, 2023 at the St. Johnsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, St. Johnsville, New York.  

Marian was born on Feb. 11, 1931 in Norway, daughter of the late Morris and Lillian (Miller) Darrow and educated in local schools.  She was united...

Donald M. Williams

Donald M. Williams

Apr 1, 2023

Mr. Donald M. Williams, age 70, a lifelong Ilion resident, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the Grand Nursing and Rehab Center, Ilion.

He was born on May 31, 1952 in the Ilion Hospital. He attended Ilion schools where he was an avid athlete, and then graduated in 1970. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States...

Dora H. Hendricks

Dora H. Hendricks

Mar 30, 2023

Ms. Dora H. Hendricks, age 82, a lifelong Ilion resident, passed away peacefully on Thursday afternoon, March 30, 2023 in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loved ones.

In respecting her wishes, arrangements are under the direction and care of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, between Little Falls and St. Johnsville, 315-508-5131.  There will...

Bruce F. Grainer

Bruce F. Grainer

Mar 28, 2023

Bruce F. Grainer, 75, a lifelong resident of Little Falls , passed away peacefully on Tuesday , March 28, 2023 at the Alpine Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility, in Little Falls.

He was born August 7, 1947 in Little Falls, NY , the son of the late Francis “ Red” and Lorraine (Rose) Grainer. Bruce was a graduate of Little...

Gregory "Greg" Cone

Gregory "Greg" Cone

Mar 26, 2023

Gregory "Greg" Cone, age 77, of Little Falls, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2023 with his loving daughters by his side. A long time resident of Rockton Plaza, Greg went to live his final days at the home that he had built for his family, which is the home that his daughter, son in law and grandson currently reside.

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