Obituaries

Chester J. Seeman

Chester J. Seeman

May 18, 2021

Chester J. Seeman Mohawk, New York Chester J. Seeman, age 79, of Mohawk (town of German Flatts), passed away on Tuesday evening, May 18, 2021 at Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare, New Hartford as the result of complications with his heart. He was born on August 9, 1941 in Little Falls. He proudly served our country with the US Navy during the...

David Joseph Heller

David Joseph Heller

May 12, 2021

David J. Heller, Ilion, New York David J. Heller, 58, formerly of Ilion, NY, passed away on May 12, 2021, at The Abraham House of Utica, with his loving family by side. He was born on January 24, 1963 in Hudson, New York, the second son of Robert and Patricia (Riley) Heller. He was a proud graduate of the Mohawk...

Shirley A. Colegrove

Shirley A. Colegrove

May 9, 2021

Shirley A. Colegrove Ames/Canajoharie, New York Ames/Canajoharie, NY-Mrs. Shirley A. Colegrove, 83, of 4215 State Route 5s, Fultonville, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday morning, May 9, 2021 at St. Johnsville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, with the love and support of the devoted aides at St. Johnsville Nursing, at her bedside along with the support of her son,...

David T. Crouth

David T. Crouth

May 8, 2021

David T. Crouth Richfield Springs/Rome, NY David T. Crouth entered his eternal rest on May 8, 2021 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, Utica. David grew up in Rome and proudly served four years in the Air Force. He and wife, Roberta raised their family and spent their remaining years in Richfield Springs. He was an exemplary employee spanning over forty years...

Retired Asst. Fire Chief , LFFD-Charles J. "Chuck" Crimmins, III

Retired Asst. Fire Chief , LFFD-Charles J. "Chuck" Crimmins, III

May 6, 2021

Charles James "Chuck" Crimmins, III Lifelong resident of Little Falls, New York Mr. Charles J. "Chuck" Crimmins, age 69, of Church Street, entered into eternal rest peacefully on Thursday evening, May 6, 2021 at St. Johnsville Nursing and Rehabilitation, following an extended illness. He had the love, support and assurance of his family at his bedside, when his passing occurred....

Barbara Ann Barnes (Willoughby)

Barbara Ann Barnes (Willoughby)

May 4, 2021

Barbara Ann (Willoughby) Barnes Ames, New York Barbara A. (Willoughby) Barnes, age 84, formerly of Ames, beloved wife of the late Ivan A. Barnes, passed away peacefully on Tuesday afternoon, May 4, 2021 at Bethany Gardens Skilled Living Center, with her loving family by her side. She was born on October 28th, 1936 in Long Beach, California. She was the...

Timothy Leon Darling

Timothy Leon Darling

May 3, 2021

Timothy L. Darling Ilion, New York Timothy L. Darling, age 54, of South Fourth Avenue, a lifelong Ilion resident, passed away on Monday evening, May 3, 2021 at Albany Medical Center. He had the love and support of his children at his bedside, when his passing occurred. Tim was born on August 4, 1966 in Ilion, New York. He was...

Duane L. "Cy" Young

Duane L. "Cy" Young

May 2, 2021

Little Falls, New York Mr. Duane L. “Louie” “Cy” “Sonny” “Bossman” Young, age 85, of Burwell Street, passed away on Sunday morning, May 2, 2021 in the peace and comfort of his home. At the time of his passing, he was in the presence of his loved ones and receiving tender, loving care from our Hospice angels. He was born...

Matthew Joseph Holleran, Sr.

Matthew Joseph Holleran, Sr.

May 1, 2021

Matthew Joseph Holleran, Sr Morristown, New York Matthew Joseph Holleran, Sr., age 61, a native of Morristown, passed away suddenly on Saturday, May 1st, 2021 in his home in Austin, Texas. Matt was born in Ogdensburg, NY on December 29, 1959, son of the late Francis and Eileen Holleran and is survived by his four sons, Joshua, Matthew Jr., Luke...

Phyllis Spohn-Bates

Phyllis Spohn-Bates

Apr 22, 2021

Phyllis Spohn Bates Frankfort/Ilion, New York On April 22, 2021 we lost Phyllis Spohn-Bates after a short battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) with her loving family by her side including husband Terry, the love of her life for many years. Phyllis was a mother, grandmother, wife, aunt, friend, athlete, warrior, and mentor. Beyond that, Phyllis was a force and...

Donna Jean Corriveau

Donna Jean Corriveau

Apr 21, 2021

Donna Jean (Butts) Corriveau “Meme” or “DJ” Donna Jean (Butts) Corriveau, age 68 of Ilion, a beloved sister, mother, meme, and friend left us on the afternoon of April 21, 2021. Her heart could not hold all the love she had for everyone anymore and gave out with her daughter Cheri (Corriveau) Pellerin and her son-in-law Jeremy Pellerin by her...

Beatrice A. Barhydt

Beatrice A. Barhydt

Apr 17, 2021

Beatrice A. Barhydt Herkimer, New York Mrs. Beatrice A. Barhydt, age 83, formerly of Little Falls, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, April 18, 2021 in the comfort of her daughter's home in Herkimer, New York. In keeping with her wishes there will be no calling hours or funeral service. Beatrice and her family's care has been placed in the...

Carlton Melvin McKenney

Carlton Melvin McKenney

Apr 9, 2021

Carlton McKenney Little Falls, New York Carlton McKenney, 75, of Little Falls, died on April 9 as a result of complications from dementia. Carlton was born to Marian and Melvin McKenney on October 25, 1945, in Saco, Maine. He grew up on the family farm in the town of Danube and attended St. Johnsville schools. After receiving a Bachelor of...

Karley Marie Guyer

Karley Marie Guyer

Apr 8, 2021

Karley Marie Guyer Frankfort Karley Marie Guyer, age 11, a 6th grade student at the Frankfort-Schuyler Central School, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 8th, 2021 in Florida, as a result of injuries sustained in a tragic motor vehicle accident. She was born on May 5, 2009 in Cooperstown, and is the daughter of Amanda Dye and Charles Guyer. She...

Wallace R. Dalrymple

Wallace R. Dalrymple

Mar 31, 2021

Wallace R. Dalrymple West Winfield, New York Mr. Wallace R. Dalrymple, age 92, of South Street (Talbot House Apartments), formerly of Bridgewater, beloved husband of Diane M. Dalrymple, passed away at his home on Wednesday morning, March 31, 2021. In respecting his pre-arranged wishes, there are no services. Wallace and his family's care has been placed in the trust of...

Richard James Hall

Richard James Hall

Mar 29, 2021

Richard J. Hall Newport, New York Richard J. Hall, age 60, of Castle Road, passed away on Monday evening, March 29, 2021 at Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare, New Hartford, following a brief illness. At the time of his passing, he had the love and support of his loved ones, at his side. Cremation will take place, services are private and will...

Donald James Avery Sr.

Donald James Avery Sr.

Mar 28, 2021

Donald J. Avery Sr. Ilion, New York Mr. Donald J. Avery Sr., age 74, of Ilion, passed away on Sunday, March 28th, 2021 at Faxton - St. Lukes Healthcare in New Hartford, New York. Donald was born on September 18th, 1946 in Little Falls, the son of the late Leland and Jean (Bullard) Avery and educated in local schools. Donald...

Brenda Lee Bowman

Brenda Lee Bowman

Mar 28, 2021

Brenda Lee Bowman Ilion, New York Brenda Lee Bowman, age 61, of Hakes Road, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, March 28th, 2021 following a very long and courageous battle with cancer. At the time of her passing, she was surrounded by her loving husband Tim and her children. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no services. She...

James H. "Jamie" "Whit" Whitcomb

James H. "Jamie" "Whit" Whitcomb

Mar 25, 2021

James H. "Jamie" "Whit" Whitcomb Little Falls, New York James H. "Jamie" "Whit" Whitcomb, age 61, of Ashe Road, town of Manheim, a lifelong Little Falls resident, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, March 25, 2021 at Little Falls Hospital. His passing followed a 12-year courageous battle with cancer with the love and support of his nieces, by his bedside....

Dora Ann Czernecki

Dora Ann Czernecki

Mar 25, 2021

Dora Ann Czernecki Little Falls, New York Mrs. Dora Ann Czernecki, age 86, of Valley Brook Drive, beloved wife of the late Lud Czernecki, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, March 25, 2021 at the Abraham House, Rome, New York. She was a lifelong Little Falls resident. In keeping with her wishes there will be no services. Dora and her...