Obituaries
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Katherine G. Scofield
Jul 17, 2025
Katherine Grace Scofield went to be with the lord on July 17, 2025.
Born on October 15, 1948, the daughter of Glenford and Eleanor Jersey. Katherine graduated from Treadwell School in 1967.
In 1981 she graduated from Delhi Tech with an Administrative Assistant certification. Katherine worked at the Delhi Infirmary for many years before doing what she truly enjoyed, being a homemaker...
Marie Frances Dvorak
Jul 15, 2025
Marie Frances Dvorak (maiden name Mayr) was a warm and beautiful person, a wonderful mother to her two children and will be missed by many. She passed away peacefully at Bassett Hospital with her beloved Martina and Hanysh by her side on July 15th, 2025.
She was born in Prague, Czech Republic on July 1, 1946. She fell in love with...
Beverly Roberts
Jul 12, 2025
Beverly Roberts, 59, of Stamford, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Delhi.
Born on January 22, 1966 in Stamford, she was the daughter of the late Clarence “Jim” and Harriett (Kelsey) Raeder.
Beverly worked for several local establishments, most recently she was a transport driver for RSS in Delhi, until her health forced her retirement.
She...
Roger L. Hadley
Jul 11, 2025
Roger L. Hadley, 71, of Andes, NY, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 11, 2025, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Born on March 3, 1954, in Delhi, Roger was the son of the late Roy and Thelma (Lyons) Hadley, Sr.
Roger worked for several area Dairy farms in the Bovina area, including Burns Brothers and Renner’s, he also worked for...
Thomas J. Hilson
Jul 10, 2025
Thomas J Hilson, 75, of Bovina Center passed away suddenly Thursday, July 10 at his home.
He was born on March 27, 1950, in Delhi, New York, the son of the late Alex and Lillian (Schneider) Hilson.
Tom was a lifelong resident of Bovina Center, attending a one room schoolhouse in grammar school and going on to graduate from Delaware Academy. He...
Lorraine Wallin
Jul 8, 2025
Lorraine Wallin, 71 of Hobart, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in Stamford, NY.
Born on August 20, 1953, in Valhalla, NY, Lorraine was the daughter of late Stephen and Stella (Smercak) Benchat.
She worked as a telephone operator for the Yonkers School District.
On March 21, 1970, Lorraine married Karl Wallin, a union that lasted nearly 49 years, until Karl’s passing...
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...
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