Obituaries

Mr. George E. Capek, PhD

Mr. George E. Capek, PhD

Apr 3, 2022

George E Capek, PhD Herkimer/Oppenheim, New York Mr. George E. Capek, PhD, age 89, of Herkimer, formerly of Oppenheim, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, April 3, 2022 at the St. Luke's Campus of the Mohawk Valley Health System, New Hartford, following a brief illness. At the time of his passing he was surrounded by those who loved and cherished...

Helen Mae Hartley

Helen Mae Hartley

Mar 28, 2022

Helen Mae Hartley, Mohawk, New York Helen Mae Hartley, age 92, of Warren Street, Mohawk, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, March 28, 2022 in the peace and comfort of her home, with the love and support of her son, Bryon T. Thompson, at her bedside. Hellen's arrangements are under the direction and care of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations,...

James Joseph Doxtader

James Joseph Doxtader

Mar 24, 2022

James Joseph Doxtader, Herkimer, New York Mr. James Joseph Doxtader, 61, of Third Ave., Herkimer, passed away in his home on Thursday, March 24, 2022. Mr. Doxtader's 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. There are no service scheduled.

Anthony Joseph Bartlett

Anthony Joseph Bartlett

Mar 14, 2022

Anthony Joseph Bartlett Caroga Lake, New York Mr. Anthony Joseph Bartlett, age 87, of Caroga Lake, passed away on Monday morning, March 14, 2022, at Albany Stratton VA Medical Center. Arrangements are under the direction and care of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, Little Falls (corner of Bidleman Road), 315-508-5131. There are no services.

John Paul Rivenburg

John Paul Rivenburg

Mar 5, 2022

John Paul Rivenburg Little Falls, New York LITTLE FALLS – John Paul Rivenburg, 71, of Burt Road, passed away with family by his side, on Saturday evening, March 5, 2022, following a brief illness. John was born Jan. 5, 1951, in Cooperstown, the youngest son of Clarence and Sylvia (Fellows) Rivenburg. He grew up in Herkimer and graduated from Herkimer...

Kenneth L. Youker

Kenneth L. Youker

Feb 27, 2022

Kenneth L Youker Salisbury Center, New York/Spring Hill, Florida Mr. Kenneth L. Youker, age 63, of Spring Hill, FL, and originally from Salisbury Center, NY, passed away peacefully from complications of Multiple Sclerosis (M.S), on Sunday evening, February 27, 2022 in the comfort of his home in Spring Hill FL. He was in the comfort of his wife Dawn's arms,...

Kathryn (Majtan) Barone

Kathryn (Majtan) Barone

Feb 27, 2022

Kathryn (Majtan) Barone Little Falls, New York LITTLE FALLS, NY - It is with great sadness that Angela Cassia (Joseph) and Karla Barone, announce the passing of their beloved mother, Kathryn "Kathy" Elizabeth (Majtan) Barone, age 69, a lifelong Little Falls resident. Her unexpected passing occurred on Sunday, February 27, 2022 peacefully in the comfort of her own home. Kathy...

Ward Arthur Wheelock, Sr.

Ward Arthur Wheelock, Sr.

Feb 26, 2022

Ward Arthur Wheelock, Sr., Litchfield, New York Ward Arthur Wheelock, Sr., a “mighty man from the hills of Litchfield,” entered into eternal peace on February 26, 2022, in Ilion, New York. Ward was born December 9, 1935, son of the late Donald and Bertha (Clements) Wheelock where he grew up on the family farm. He graduated from West Winfield Central...

Ruth Marie Mosher

Ruth Marie Mosher

Feb 25, 2022

Ruth Marie Mosher Ilion, New York Ruth Marie Mosher, 64, of Ilion, passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon, Feb. 25, 2022 at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown. She was born Jan 29, 1958 in Little Falls, daughter of the late Bud and Lena (Christman) Mosher and educated in Little Falls and Dolgeville schools. Her last employment was with Foltsbrook Center for Nursing...

Barbara J. Brown

Barbara J. Brown

Feb 24, 2022

Barbara J. Brown Ilion, New York On Thursday evening, February 24th 2022, Barbara J. Brown, of Ilion, went home to heaven to be with her beloved parents and sister that preceded her in death. Barbara is survived by the love of her life, Stephen L Brown, her first born, Frank (Rusty) Brown (Lisha Brown), her beautiful daughters, Tracy Brown, Georgia...

Kenneth "Bruce" Whitcomb

Kenneth "Bruce" Whitcomb

Feb 23, 2022

Kenneth “Bruce” Whitcomb Little Falls, New York (Town of Manheim) Mr. Kenneth “Bruce” Whitcomb, 75, of Ashe Road, Little Falls, NY (town of Manheim), passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, Feb. 23, 2022, in the peace and comfort of his home. Bruce was born on October 26, 1946 in Little Falls, son of the late James H. and Nancy (Clingen)...

Stella C. (Franchi) Gamberdella

Stella C. (Franchi) Gamberdella

Feb 19, 2022

It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the passing of Stella Cecilia (Franchi) Gamberdella, of 44 Hancock Street in Little Falls, NY, who passed from this life on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at the age of 101. Stella was born on May 20, 1920 in Vagli Sopra, Italy and immigrated to the United States on a month long boat...

Richard Norman Butler Jr.

Richard Norman Butler Jr.

Feb 17, 2022

Richard Norman Butler, Jr. Herkimer, New York Richard Norman Butler, Jr., age 58, of Herkimer, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, February 17th, 2022 at Alpine Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Little Falls. He is survived by his daughter, Amelia Butler, mother, Sherily, stepfather, Joe from Georgia, a sister, Helen, a very special friend Kathy, and his church family at First...

Donna May Bailey

Donna May Bailey

Feb 12, 2022

Donna May Bailey Ilion, New York Donna May Bailey, age 72, of West Main Street, Ilion, left this world peacefully on Saturday morning, February 12th, 2022 at the St. Luke's Campus of the Mohawk Valley Health System, New Hartford, after a long battle with COPD. She was a fighter, fighting right to the very end. She was born on December...

Mark E. Wood III

Mark E. Wood III

Feb 8, 2022

Mark E. Wood Johnstown, New York Mark E. Wood III, age 69, of Johnstown, NY, passed away Tuesday February 8, 2022 following a long illness, at Saratoga Hospital with his loving son Mark at his bedside for support. He was born on Jan. 27, 1953, in Endicott, NY, son of the late James and Gloria (Rice) Wood. Mark graduated from...

Richard R. Leonard

Richard R. Leonard

Feb 6, 2022

Richard R. Leonard Herkimer, New York Richard R. Leonard, age 81, of Herkimer, passed away peacefully on Sunday evening, February 6th, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica, with the love and support of those he loved, at his side. Richie was born on July 19, 1940 in Boston, MA, son of the late Wilson Leonard and Lillian (Keller) Leonard....

Lynn Paul Darrow

Lynn Paul Darrow

Feb 6, 2022

Lynn Paul Darrow Town of Danube, New York (Little Falls) Mr. Lynn Paul Darrow, 87, of the town of Danube (Little Falls), passed away unexpectedly on Sunday evening, February 6, 2022 at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown. He was born on Aug. 31, 1934, son of the late Maurice and Lillian (Miller) Darrow. On July 2, 1955 he was united in marriage...

Gail Ann Ollen

Gail Ann Ollen

Feb 5, 2022

Gail Ann Ollen Dolgeville, New York Gail Ann Ollen, age 65, a longtime resident of State Route 29, Dolgeville, passed away on Saturday, February 5th, 2022, at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown, NY. Gail and her family's care has been placed in the trust of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, Little Falls (corner of Bidleman Road), 315-508-5131. In...

Susan Marie Jones

Susan Marie Jones

Feb 5, 2022

Susan Marie (Wart) Jones New Hartford, New York Susan Marie (Wart) Jones, age 68, of Middle Settlement Road, New Hartford, wife of the late Richard "Dick" Jones, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday morning, February 5th, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica, New York, due to complications from open heart surgery. Susan was born Dec. 27, 1953, at St. Elizabeth's...

Ruth Emily Meacham

Ruth Emily Meacham

Feb 1, 2022

Ruth Emily Meacham Cortland, New York Mrs. Ruth Emily Meacham, age 98, of Cortland, passed away on Tuesday morning, February 1st, 2022, at Valley Health Services, Herkimer. In keeping with her wishes, there are no services scheduled and cremation will take place. Ruth and her family's care has been placed in the trust of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507...