Melvin G. Elderkin
Jul 7, 2025
Melvin G. Elderkin, 80, of Delhi, passed away on Monday morning, July 7, 2025 at O’Connor Hospital in Delhi following an extended illness.
Born on March 11, 1945 in Delhi, Melvin was the son of the late Melvin R. and Gavena (Ogborn) Elderkin.
He proudly served in the US Army from 1968 until his honorable discharge in 1970.
Melvin married Donna (Craft) Elderkin...
Arthur J. Kinsley
Jul 7, 2025
Arthur J. Kinsley, 72, of Harpersfield, passed away suddenly at his home on Monday, July 7, 2025.
Born on September 14, 1952 in Queens, NY, Arthur was the son of the late Letson J. and Clara (Swisloski) Kinsley.
He proudly served in the US Navy from 1970 until his honorable discharge in 1974.
Arthur worked for ALK Pharmaceuticals in Port Washington, NY, where...
Robert E. Payne, Jr.
Jul 5, 2025
Robert E Payne Jr passed away July 5, 2025 at Fox Hospital. He will be missed by many. There will not be a service at this time.
Serena Bishop
Jul 4, 2025
Serena A. Bishop, 66, of Otego, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.
Born on September 30, 1958 in Delhi, Serena was the daughter of the late Willard Armstrong and Mable (Wood) Olsen.
She worked for several years at SUNY Delhi in the Janitorial Department.
Serena enjoyed singing and dancing, trips to the casino, watching hummingbirds,...
Charles L. Koss
Jul 1, 2025
Charles L Koss (82) of Largo, FL and Harpursville, NY passed away July 1, 2025 at the UHS Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City, NY after a 2-year battle with cancer.
He grew up in Hilton, NY and was predeceased by his parents Charles and Evelyn Koss. After high school he joined the Navy and was part of the Vietnam conflict as...
Pamela K. Purdy
Jun 30, 2025
Pamela K. Purdy, 69, of Delhi, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, NY.
Born on March 25, 1956, in Delhi, she was the daughter of the late Dale and Elinor (Storey) Mason.
She worked as a bookkeeper for the local Grand Union Grocery Store in Delhi and went on to work for Covidien in Hobart...
Ronald J. Giordano
Jun 26, 2025
Ronald “Ronnie” J. Giordano passed away on June 26, 2025, at the age of 73, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and adventure.
Born on March 9, 1952 on Long Island, NY, Ronnie was the eldest son of Alfonso “Funzie” and Gudrun “Bunny” Giordano. Ronnie had a deep appreciation for the simple joys in life. He loved spending time outdoors—especially...
Hugh Sutherland
Jun 24, 2025
Hugh Sutherland, 94, of Delhi, NY, passed away on June 24, 2025. Hugh was born on February 12, 1931 to his parents, Edith and Herbert Sutherland of Delhi, NY. Hugh married Irene Marshfield in 1952. Hugh is survived by 4 children, John (Ramona) Sutherland of Scotia, NY, Sharon (Michael) Johnson of Hollister, FL, David Sutherland of Jacksonville, FL and Diane...
Harold J. Johnson
Jun 22, 2025
Harold J. Johnson, 77, of Harpersfield, passed away Sunday morning, June 22, 2025 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown.
Born on October 1, 1947 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of the late Harold and Frances Johnson.
Harold retired from Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals in Hobart.
He was an outdoorsman, Harold enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. Harold liked Western shows and movies, often enjoying an episode...
Cathy M. Mallaber
Jun 17, 2025
Cathy M. Mallaber, 68, of Delhi passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.
Born on February 4, 1957, in Oceanside, NY, Cathy was the daughter of the late William T. and Carol (Bogart) Ward, Jr.
She was married to her best friend, Mark Mallaber on August 26, 1978, a union of 46 years working together...
Joan E. Maney
Jun 17, 2025
Joan Maney, 85, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 in Cooperstown with loving family by her side.
Joan was born on November 26, 1939 in New Windsor, New York to Harry and Mary Connolly in her family’s home. She was the firstborn of two children and grew up in a...
Roger W. Weiss
Jun 16, 2025
Roger W. Weiss, 79, of Stamford, passed away on June 16, 2025 at his home following a long illness.
Roger was proud of his service in the US Marine Corp and was laid to rest at Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville, New York
To watch a recording of Roger's military honors follow the link below.
ROGER WEISS HONORS
Eric E. Whritner
Jun 12, 2025
Eric E. Whritner of Worcester passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025. He was 54 years old.
The youngest son of the late William and Betty Lou Whritner, Eric was born March 25, 1971, in Newburgh, NY. He moved with his family to Jefferson when he was in 2nd grade and attended Jefferson Central School.
He graduated from SUNY Cobleskill with a...
Krystyna M. Lauro
Jun 12, 2025
Krystyna M. Lauro of Hobart, NY passed away early Thursday morning, June 12th, at the Delhi Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Delhi, NY after suffering for a number of years with acute dementia.
She leaves behind her daughter, Dorothy (David) Lennon of Hobart along with granddaughters: Caroline Lennon of Oneonta; Nicole Lennon...
Margaret Theresa Vogel
Jun 5, 2025
Margaret Theresa (Swaine) Vogel, 90, of South Kortright, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
Born on February 2, 1935 in Central Islip, Long Island, NY, Margaret was the daughter of the late Howard and Celia (Tighe) Swaine.
She was married to Paul Vogel Sr....
Linda N. Pasquel
Jun 4, 2025
Linda N. Pasquel, 77, of Stamford, formerly of Gilboa, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at Robinson Terrace Nursing Home, Stamford.
Born on March 18, 1948 in White Plains, NY, she was the daughter of the late William and Marie (Williams) Pasquel.
Linda worked...
Katharine "Katie" (Golfetto) Bedford
Jun 3, 2025
Katharine N. “Katie” (Golfetto) Bedford, 91, of Stamford, NY, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY
Born on December 5, 1933, at her family’s home, in Gilboa, NY. Katie was the daughter of the late Stanley and Gladys (Lemon) Mace. She grew up in Mackey's Corners, NY, on the family farm attending school at Gilboa Central....
Barbara Skovsende
May 30, 2025
Barbara Ann (Boyd) Skovsende, 91, of North Franklin, passed away Friday evening, May 30, 2025, at Fox Nursing Home, Oneonta.
Born on April 22, 1934, in Delhi, Barbara was the daughter of the late Raymond and Mary (Scott) Boyd.
On April 25, 1952, Barbara married...
John F. Olive
May 21, 2025
John F. Olive, 93, of Delhi, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday morning, May 21, 2025.
Born on April 6, 1932 in Oneonta, NY, John was the son of the late Donald and Ethel (Settzo) Olive.
He proudly served in the US Marine...
Juergen H. Mahler
May 18, 2025
Juergen Heinrich Fritz Mahler, 89, passed away peacefully at his home on May 18, 2025. Born on April 1, 1936, in Bremervorde, Germany to Hermann and Amalia Mahler, Juergen lived a life marked by resilience, hard work, and a deep devotion to God. At the age of 14, he left home on a bicycle and began an...
