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Richard D. Mattice

Richard D. Mattice

Jan 11, 2025

Richard Donald Mattice, 91, passed away on January 11, 2025 at A.O. Fox Hospital.

He was born in Stamford, NY to Donald and Lillian (Huff) Mattice on February 28, 1933. Known to family and friends as Dick, he grew up on the family farm in South Gilboa.

Dick spent most of...

Douglas B. Merwin

Douglas B. Merwin

Jan 7, 2025

Douglas Brian Merwin also known to many as Doug or Dougie passed away peacefully at AO Fox Hospital Tuesday January 7,2025.

Doug could often be found outside tinkering on something from lawn mowers to motorcycles, cars, heavy equipment and his big rigs. He had a love for fast cars and Harley Davidson motorcycles.

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Lawrence J. "Zeke" Mccullagh, Jr.

Lawrence J. "Zeke" Mccullagh, Jr.

Jan 4, 2025

1945 was a big year. It’s the year World War 2 ended. FDR passed away and Harry Truman became the President. Dr. Death and Teletruth were the hot tv shows. Doris Day’s Sentimental Journey, and Bing Crosby’s Just A Prayer Away, swept the radio. Humphrey Bogart and Audrey Hepburn were the Hollywood stars, and yet -- the world was...

William "Bill" Desilva

William "Bill" Desilva

Dec 28, 2024

William “Bill” DeSilva, 76, of Hobart, passed away at Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY, on Saturday, December 28, 2024.  After saying goodbyes to his loved ones and with his sons by his side.

He was born April 7, 1948, in Albany. The son of the late Frederick and Ethel “Pete” (Burgin)...

Loretta Robin (Weredyk) Gifford

Loretta Robin (Weredyk) Gifford

Dec 28, 2024

Loretta Robin Gifford, 44, passed away on December 28th 2024.

She was a mother, a daughter, a sister, a friend, and a light in many lives. Loretta had a big heart, a sharp wit, and a laugh that could fill a room. She was thoughtfully creative and was a gifted baker...

Florence J. Grill

Florence J. Grill

Dec 28, 2024

It is with great earthly sadness but also great heavenly joy that we mourn the loss of our mother, Florence J. Grill. Jesus called her home on Saturday, December 28, 2024, with her loving family by her side. She is now at peace.

Mrs. Grill/Florence/Florci or Chickie, however she was affectionately known, was born in...

Thomas Q. Morris, Md

Thomas Q. Morris, Md

Dec 28, 2024

Thomas Q. Morris, MD—“TQM” to many who worked with him—died Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, New York. He underwent surgery Oct. 1 on a glioblastoma that was discovered after a fall at his home in Delhi, New York. Dr. Morris was 91 years old.

Dr. Morris held multiple leadership appointments...

Monica Grace Stancanelli-Leggio

Monica Grace Stancanelli-Leggio

Dec 27, 2024

Monica Grace Stancanelli-Leggio, born on July 2, 1941, in Manhattan, New York, passed away on December 27, 2024, due to complications from COVID pneumonia.

Monica’s life began in the vibrant heart of Manhattan, where she later married Angelo DiCorato and lovingly raised their two sons, Jeffrey and Christopher. Following her divorce,...

Anita E. Serrie

Anita E. Serrie

Dec 27, 2024

Anita Evangeline Serrie passed away on December 27, 2024, at Delhi O’Conner Hospital after an extended illness. Family was at the bedside with Anita when she left our world for her next adventure. The family will always be grateful for the wonderful care Anita recieved from everyone at O’Conner Hospital at the end of her life.

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Christopher Mark Dicorato

Christopher Mark Dicorato

Dec 23, 2024

Christopher Mark DiCorato, born on June 24, 1967, in the Bronx, New York, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on December 23, 2024, in Davenport, New York. He was 57 years old.

Christopher spent his formative years in the vibrant boroughs of New York City, primarily in Queens and the Bronx. He...

Diane R. Robinson

Diane R. Robinson

Dec 21, 2024

Diane R. Robinson, aka Gertie, GiGi, Momma Tia or Tia’s Mom, 78, peacefully passed away December 21,2024 at her daughter’s house after a courageous battle with cancer.

Through her cancer journey, she taught those around her what it looks like to live bravely and always with joy and a smile. She was known for her...

Nancy Mattice

Nancy Mattice

Dec 18, 2024

Nancy Mattice, 81, of Stamford, NY, passed away suddenly on December 18, 2024, at her home from complications of congestive heart failure.

Born on February 2, 1943, in Harpersfield, NY, Nancy was the daughter of the late Douglas and Caroline (Klinge) Mattice.

She grew up...

Harland Samuel Dye

Harland Samuel Dye

Dec 16, 2024

Known to his friends and family as Sam, Harland Samuel Dye of Delancey, New York, passed away suddenly on December 16th 2024. He was 43 years old. His final hours were spent doing what he loved: laughing and celebrating with his close friends.

Sam was an incredible human. He was kind and loving and generous...

Heinz Peter Burkert

Heinz Peter Burkert

Dec 16, 2024

Heinz Peter Burkert, 78, of Delhi, passed away suddenly on December 16, 2024 at O’Connor Hospital.

Born on February 22, 1946 in Obernzell, Germany, he was the son of the late Alice Burkert.

Mr. Burkert proudly served in the US Marine Corp during the Vietnam War from 1966 until his honorable...

Monica Pavis

Monica Pavis

Dec 12, 2024

Monica Pavis, 63, of Jefferson, NY passed away on December 12, 2024 of natural causes.

Monica will be remembered for her love of friends and family, her generosity and intellect, her fondness of animals, nature, music and for being the best friend, sister and neighbor one could ask for. She was...

Jana S. Bresee

Jana S. Bresee

Dec 8, 2024

Jana S. Bresee, 79, of Delhi, passed away early Sunday morning, December 8, 2024 at Albany Medical Center.

Born on January 11, 1945 in Stamford, Jana was the daughter of the late Earl and Virginia (Campagna) Briggs.

Jana was married to Roger J. Bresee, he passed away in 2006.

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James Robert Thomson

James Robert Thomson

Dec 6, 2024

James Robert "Jim" Thomson, 78, of Delhi passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday December 6, 2024 following a brief illness.

Jim was born in Delhi in 1946 to Kathryn (Burch) and Robert F. Thomson. Jim grew up on the Thomson family farm on the Little Delaware. He entered the family insurance business...

Sandra "Sande" Obergefell

Sandra "Sande" Obergefell

Dec 3, 2024

Sandra “Sande” Obergefell passed away on December 3, 2024, at the age of 76.

She was born on October 27, 1948, to Martin J. and Bernice (Tompkins) Obergefell and was the second of their 8 children. A 1966 graduate of Oneonta High School and a 1967 graduate of The Utica School of Commerce, Sande spent...

Arthur J. Howard, Jr.

Arthur J. Howard, Jr.

Nov 27, 2024

Arthur J. Howard, Jr., 96, of Delhi, passed away on Wednesday morning, November 27, 2024 at O’Connor Hospital in Delhi.

Born on September 27, 1928 in Delhi, Arthur was the son of the late Arthur and Grace (Gage) Howard.

He married Jane (Barnhart) Howard on...

John R. Butler

John R. Butler

Nov 26, 2024

John Richard Butler, born in 1935 in Stillwater, NY, died Tuesday, November 26, 2024 after a brief illness.

John formerly resided in Syracuse, NY, Macungie, PA and, since 1980, in Stamford, NY. In his home known to family as “The Hotel” he and his peerless friend, partner and wife of 56...

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