Obituaries

Carol Timmerman

Carol Timmerman

Sep 9, 2023

Ms. Carol Timmerman, age 76, of Dockey Road, Town of Manheim, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, September 9, 2023 at Alpine Nursing and Rehab, Little Falls.

Carol was born on Nov. 24, 1946 in Little Falls, daughter of the late Ira and Edith (Stahl) Timmerman.  She graduated from Dolgeville Central School.  She was employed at one time with HARC,...

Anthony "Tony" Graziano

Anthony "Tony" Graziano

Sep 7, 2023

Mr. Anthony "Tony" Graziano, age 73, a Utica native, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center.

Anthony was born and raised in East Utica, where he attended and received his education within the Utica Public School System.  He was predeceased by his parents Amelia and Salvatore Graziano and his loving devoted partner of 23...

Jack E. Johnson

Jack E. Johnson

Sep 1, 2023

Jack E. Johnson, 60, of Dolgeville, NY, entered into eternal rest on September 1, 2023, following a brief illness at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica, NY.  Jack was comforted by the presence of his family in the days leading up to his passing.

Jack was born to Christopher F. Johnson and the late Nandine M. (Green) Johnson on July 22,...

Kevin “Dennis” McAdams

Kevin “Dennis” McAdams

Aug 26, 2023

In Loving Memory: Honoring the Life of a Remarkable Man:

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a devoted husband, beloved father, cherished grandfather, and all-around extraordinary individual. 

Kevin “Dennis” McAdams, a beacon of love, kindness, and wisdom, left this world on August 26th, 2023. He touched countless lives with his warmth, generosity, unwavering support, kindness, and profound wisdom. 

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Glen E. Wilkerson

Glen E. Wilkerson

Aug 23, 2023

Mr. Glen E. Wilkerson, age 62, of Country Road, Utica (Town of Schuyler), passed away on Wednesday evening, August 23, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica, with the love and support of his family by his side.

He was born on April 8, 1961 in Pennsylvania, son of the late Robert Wilkerson Sr. and Joyce (Booth) Wilkerson of PA...

Margaret A. "Peg" (Urbiss) Metot

Margaret A. "Peg" (Urbiss) Metot

Aug 23, 2023

Margaret A. "Peg" (Urbiss) Metot, age 70 of Bronner Road, passed away on Wednesday morning, August 23, 2023 at the New Hartford Campus of the Mohawk Valley Health System with the love and support of her husband at her bedside.

She was born on July 7, 1953, daughter of the late John and Mary Grace Urbiss and graduated from the...

Linda C. Pratt

Linda C. Pratt

Aug 21, 2023

Linda C. Pratt, age 82, of Cedarville, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, Aug. 21, 2023 at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown, NY with loved ones by her side.

Linda was born on May 4, 1941, in Herkimer, NY, daughter of the late William C. and Clara V. (Waterbury) Pratt and educated in Herkimer. She retired from the State of New York...

Alfred Eugene Exey

Alfred Eugene Exey

Aug 16, 2023

Mr. Alfred Exey (Retired USAF), age 72, of Russell Ave., husband of Charlene E. (Stodeard) Exey, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse.  

Cremation arrangements are being handled under the direction and care of the locally owned and operated Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, between St. Johnsville and Little Falls,...

Timothy D. "Tim" Brown

Timothy D. "Tim" Brown

Aug 15, 2023

Timothy D. "Tim" Brown, Sr., age 67, a lifelong Ilion resident, passed away to be with his wife suddenly on Tuesday evening, August 15, 2023 at Little Falls Hospital.  

He was born on Dec. 14, 1955 son of the late Richard and Eleanor Brown in Ilion and graduated with Ilion High School, class of 1975.  Following school, he entered...

Robin Currie-Sniffen

Robin Currie-Sniffen

Aug 14, 2023

Robin Nicole Currie-Sniffen peacefully entered heaven on August 14, 2023, after a year long battle with internal melanoma cancer at the age of 48.

Robin was born to Reita and Jack Currie in Manhattan, Kansas on May 21, 1975, and made her home in Ashland Bottoms, south of Manhattan, Kansas and recently in Stratford, New York.

She attended Manhattan High...

Debra J. Arruda

Debra J. Arruda

Aug 11, 2023

Debra J. Arruda, age 62, a longtime Little Falls resident, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, August 11, 2023 at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown with her family by her side.

Her funeral arrangements are being handled under the direction and care of the locally owned and operated Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, Little Falls, 315-508-5131. Cremation will take place and services...

Catherine Maytan

Catherine Maytan

Aug 8, 2023

Mrs. Catherine Maytan, a lifelong Herkimer resident, passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, August 8, 2023 at Foltsbrook Center for Nursing and Rehab, Herkimer, at the age of 102.

She was born in Herkimer on Sept. 24, 1920 and was last employed wiht the Allegro Shoe Factory, Little Falls.  Survivors include her beloved family; her son, Walter Maytan and wife...

Ronald E. Knapp

Ronald E. Knapp

Aug 5, 2023

Mr. Ronald E. Knapp, age 83, a longtime Dolgeville resident, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, August 5, 2023 at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady with his daughters at his side.

Arrangements for cremation are under the direction and care of the locally owned and operated Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, town of Manheim, 315-508-5131.

Jan J. Bishal

Jan J. Bishal

Jul 31, 2023

On Monday, July 31st, Jan Joseph Bishal, born on October 12, 1945, to his parents, Peter and Emilie Bishal, in Herkimer, NY, took his last breaths with his loving family by his side.

He is survived by his wife, the former Frances Dowhaniak, married on April 25th, 1981 in Herkimer, NY; and his five children: Michele Bishal Gilbert and husband...

Rachelle Shivon "Shelly" Cobell

Rachelle Shivon "Shelly" Cobell

Jul 31, 2023

Rachelle Shivon Cobell, 41, of Utica, NY passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, NY after a courageous fight against her illness that spanned several months.

Rachelle was born on January 3, 1982 in Kalispell, MT to Barbara Henderson and Joel Cobell. She spent her childhood in Montana and was a 2000 graduate of...

Peter A. Decker, Jr.

Peter A. Decker, Jr.

Jul 29, 2023

Mr. Peter A. Decker, Jr., age 80, of the Prindle Apartments, Ilion, a Little Falls native, passed away on Saturday morning, July 29, 2023 in his home.

Funeral arrangements are pending and under the direction and care of the locally owned and operated Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, Little Falls, 315-508-5131.

Shirley Ann Miller

Shirley Ann Miller

Jul 28, 2023

Ilion, New York-Mrs. Shirley Ann Miller, age 89, of Kent Blvd., wife of the late Kenneth Miller, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 28, 2023 at Alpine Nursing and Rehabilitation, Little Falls.  At the time of her passing, she had the love and support of her family at her bedside.

In respecting the wishes of Shirley, there will be no...

Theodore R. "Ted" Wurz

Theodore R. "Ted" Wurz

Jul 28, 2023

Theodore R. "Ted" Wurz, 95, a lifelong resident of Utica, passed away peacefully after a brief illness in the comfort of his home, with family by his side on Friday morning, July 28, 2023.   Ted was born in Utica on May 22, 1928 and resided in Utica, his entire life. Ted was one of seven siblings born to the late Theodore...

Charlie R. Pueschel, Jr.

Charlie R. Pueschel, Jr.

Jul 24, 2023

Mr. Charlie R. Pueschel, Jr., age 81, of the Town of Danube, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, July 24th, 2023 at The Grand Nursing and Rehab, Ilion.

He was born on Aug. 19, 1941 in Ames, NY son of the late Charlies and Marguerite (Garrison) Pueschel and educated in Little Falls schools.  He was united in marriage with Carol...

Shirley A. (Eckard) Cumm

Shirley A. (Eckard) Cumm

Jul 23, 2023

Mrs. Shirley A. (Eckard) Cumm, age 93, a lifelong Little Falls resident, beloved wife of the late Raymond E. Cumm went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Sunday evening, July 23, 2023 at St. Luke's Healthcare, New Hartford. At the time of her passing, she was surrounded with the love, support and strength of her loving family.

Shirley...

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