Obituaries

Jane M. Janie DePietro Scott

Jane M. Janie DePietro Scott

Jul 14, 2017

Mexico, NY/Topeka, Kansas-Jane M. "Janie" Scott, 64, of Topeka KS and formerly Mexico, NY passed away on  Friday, July 14, 2017 with her family by her side. She was born on June 25, 1953 in Gloversville, NY, the daughter of John and Celestia (Hadcock) DePietro. Jane grew up in Herkimer, NY surrounded by many family members whom she treasured dearly....

June Catherine Kitty (Keddell) Hadcock

June Catherine Kitty (Keddell) Hadcock

Jul 10, 2017

Herkimer, NY-June Catherine "Kitty" Keddell Hadcock, age 89, of Folts Street, entered into eternal life peacefully on Monday morning, July 10, 2017, at Little Falls Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 9, 1928 in Stoneco, NY (a stones-throw from the city) daughter of the late William J. and Martha (Padgham) Keddell and received her education in Herkimer...

David Coleman

David Coleman

Jul 10, 2017

Schenectady/Little Falls, NY-Mr. David Coleman, age 76, a native of Schenectady, passed away at his home on E. Monroe Street in Little Falls. He was a famous local musician, also played at Woodstock in 1969.  He is survived by several children and grandchildren and a cousin, Boo. Services will be at 185 Paisley Rd., Lot #129, Ballston Spa, NY 12020...

Terry E. Moshier

Terry E. Moshier

Jul 4, 2017

Fort Plain/Herkimer, NY-Terry E. Moshier, age 42, of Herkimer, a Fort Plain native, lost his life in a paddle boat accident on July 4, 2017 in Little Falls. He was born on December 21, 1974 in Little Falls, NY son of Linda L. Smith and the late Harlan D. Moshier, Sr. and received his education in Dolgeville schools.  Terry loved...

Thomas Francis Tom Davenport

Thomas Francis Tom Davenport

Jun 24, 2017

Ilion, NY-Thomas Francis "Tom" Davenport, 61, of 11 Crescent Street, formerly of Otsego Street, passed into eternal life on Saturday morning, June 24, 2017 in the solitude of his home.  His passing ended a long and courageous battle with cancer.  He was in the loving presence of his wife, Mindy Sue Hope Barstein and his adored children. He was born...

Michael J. Kaminski

Michael J. Kaminski

Jun 19, 2017

Little Falls, NY-Mr. Michael J. “Ki” Kaminski, age 82, of State Route 169, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 19, 2017.  At the time of his passing he was in the presence of his loving family. He was born in Little Falls on Dec. 9, 1934, son of the late Kazmierz and Mary (Donovan) Kaminski.  He received his education in...

Joseph Koval

Joseph Koval

Jun 19, 2017

Fort Plain, NY/Clinton, NY-Mr. Joseph Koval, age 88, formerly of Fort Plain, most recently residing with his daughter Cynthia Koval in Clinton, NY passed away on Monday, June 19, 2017.  His passing occurred at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica. In keeping with the wishes of Joe, there will be no services.  Daniel J. Enea Funeral and Cremation Care, 5860 State...

Walter J. Kraszewski

Walter J. Kraszewski

Jun 19, 2017

Town of Schuyler, NY-Mr. Walter J. “Such A Nice Guy” Kraszewski, age 65, of Millers Grove Road, beloved husband of Ardith J. (Desrochers) Kraszewski, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Monday evening, June 19, 2017 Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to celebrate Walt’s life on Friday, June 23, 2017 from 6-8 pm at the Schuyler VFW...

Susan I. (Looman) Vesp

Susan I. (Looman) Vesp

Jun 19, 2017

Oppenheim, NY- Susan I Vesp, of Teidman Rd, passed away on Monday morning, June 19, 2017, after losing a courageous battle with cancer, with her loving family by her side. Susan was born in Little Falls, New York on May 6, 1958 and she attended Dolgeville Central School and has lived in the Dolgeville/Oppenheim area her entire life. Susan enjoyed spending...

John Rota

John Rota

Jun 14, 2017

Ilion, NY-Mr. John “Johnny” Rota, age 95, a lifelong Ilion resident, passed away peacefully in the early morning of June 14, 2017 with his loving family by his side. John was born in Staten Island, NY on July 21, 1921. On December 28, 1942 he was united in marriage to Jenny Brandano of Herkimer, NY. They shared a blessed and...

Michael Scott Hazeltine

Michael Scott Hazeltine

Jun 12, 2017

Utica, NY/Myrtle Beach, SC-Michael Scott Hazeltine, 51, passed away at his home in Myrtle Beach on Monday June 12, 2017. He was born in Utica, New York on May 28, 1966, son of the late Lambert Walter and Marylou Caryl Hazeltine.  If you knew Michael, you knew family meant everything to him. He had a personality bigger than life itself.  He...

John F. Gronosky

John F. Gronosky

Jun 11, 2017

Town of Danube-Mr. John F. Gronosky, age 69, of Fords Bush Rd., passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Sunday afternoon, June 11, 2017.  At the time of his passing he was in the presence of his loved ones.  He was born in Little Falls on Dec. 10, 1947, son of the late John and Elizabeth (Taylor)...

David F. Nill

David F. Nill

May 30, 2017

Little Falls, NY/South Daytona Beach, FL-David Frederick Nill, age 67, of South Daytona Beach, FL formerly of Little Falls, passed away at his home in Florida.   David was born September 22, 1949 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to William and Margaret (Messner) Nill. He graduated from Mainland High School in Daytona in 1968.  After high school, he served with the United...

Thomas G. Tom Slover

Thomas G. Tom Slover

May 25, 2017

Utica, NY-Thomas G. “Tom” Slover, age 64, of Sunnyside Drive, passed away on Thursday morning, May 25, 2017 after a brief illness, in his home, with family members by his side. He was born September 21, 1952 in Utica, NY, the son of the late Govoneur and Maryrose (Benzo) Slover. He was educated in Utica schools.  Mr. Slover was a...

Barbara A. LaRowe

Barbara A. LaRowe

May 14, 2017

East Herkimer, NY-Mrs. Barbara A. (Moses) LaRowe, age 82, a resident of Valley Health Services, Herkimer, formerly of East Herkimer passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 14, 2017.  Her passing occurred at the nursing home in the presence of family, following a brief illness. She was born on May 9, 1935 in Herkimer, daughter of the late Sheldon and Bernice...

Wayne B. Keeler

Wayne B. Keeler

Apr 7, 2017

Oppenheim, NY-Mr. Wayne B. Keeler, Sr., age 71, of Lotville Road, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, April 7, 2017 in the comfort of his home, following a brief illness. He was born on April 30, 1945 in Herkimer, son of the late Robert Keeler, Sr., and Eleanor (Lallo) and educated in Herkimer schools.  He was united in marriage with...

Jr. Rocco A. Pasquale

Jr. Rocco A. Pasquale

Mar 27, 2017

Little Falls, NY-Rocco A. Pasquale, Jr., age 52, of Little Falls passed away Monday, March 27, 2017 at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown. He was born on May 31, 1964 in Little Falls, son of the late Rocco A. and Gladys (Adams) Pasquale.  He received his education at Herkimer County BOCES.  Rocco was last employed with Herkimer Industries where he was a...

Andrew Drew Charles Dillman

Andrew Drew Charles Dillman

Mar 14, 2017

Rome, NY/St. Petersburg, FL- Andrew “Drew” Charles Anthony Dillman, born October 30, 1989, extended the light of his smile beyond this world on March 14, 2017. Andrew was loved, cherished and has touched the lives of all of those that he met. His positivity and strength will be remembered. Andrew was a High School graduate of Rome Catholic High in 2007, and...

Sr. Lewis Danforth Hoage

Sr. Lewis Danforth Hoage

Mar 6, 2017

Frankfort-Mr. Lewis Danforth Hoage, Sr., age 89, of Berberick Road, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, March 6, 2017.  His passing occurred in the comfort of his home, in the presence of his loved ones. He was born on July 2, 1927, in Frankfort son of the late Richard and Mary (Danforth) Hoage and educated in Frankfort schools.  Lewis was...

Jr. Christopher Santopadre

Jr. Christopher Santopadre

Mar 5, 2017

Little Falls, NY-Christopher Santopadre, Jr. passed away in the early morning hours of March 5, 2017, at his home in Covington, LA at the age of 47.  His passing occurred after a long hard fought battle with brain cancer.  Chris was born in New Orleans, LA and spent most of his life in Little Falls, New York and Covington, LA....