Beverly Ann Barkley Streichert
Published on: Tuesday, January 31, 2017
BEVERLY ANN BARKLEY STREICHERT
Beverly Ann Barkley Streichert, 83, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich, N.Y. Born Beverly Ann Ireland on September 20, 1933 in Guilford, NY. she was the daughter of John and Margaret (Howard) Ireland. Her father predeceased her when she was 6 days old. She was raised on her Grandparents Charles and Jessie Howard's farm located on White Store Road in Norwich and attended South New Berlin Schools. In 1950 Beverly married Gage Barkley, Jr. and in 1975 she married Ric..
Suzanne Wilhelm Mcgowan
Published on: Tuesday, January 31, 2017
SUZANNE WILHELM MCGOWAN
Suzanne Wilhelm McGowan, 43, passed away peacefully December 19, 2016, at her home in Nashville, Tenn. surrounded by her loving family.
Sue is survived by her husband, Kyle McGowan, and four children, Eleanora, Augustine, Francis, and Sofia. Also surviving are her parents, Marilyn and Lee Wilhelm of Norwich, N.Y. and four sisters: Mary Shamblen, Karen Arbegast, Jennifer Kraeger, and Laura Wilhelm, and their husbands and children.
Sue was born on October 11, 1973, in Washington, D.C. Growing up in Norwich, N.Y., she at..
Mary L. Bailey
Published on: Monday, January 30, 2017
MARY L. BAILEY
Mary L. Bailey, 96, of Norwich, passed away on Thursday January 26, 2017 at Chenango Memorial Hospital.
Born in Buffalo, New York to Noah and Mary Louise Johnson on June 27, 1920, Mary was married to Chester Bailey in 1941. Together with her husband, she raised a family and filled many long years fishing, hunting, camping and enjoying the Norwich Boat Club.
She loved to travel and would combine that with her enjoyment of card games and bingo and yearly trips to Las Vegas with her group of close girlfriends. She taught..
Kevin D. Hoag
Published on: Monday, January 30, 2017
KEVIN D. HOAG
Kevin D. Hoag, 63, of South Plymouth, passed away Monday morning, January 23, 2107, at home following a long battle with cancer.
Kevin was born on March 24, 1953 in Norwich the son of Douglas and Jacqueline (Jackie) (Landry) Hoag. He has spent his entire life in the Norwich area and attended the Norwich schools. A man who loved to travel, Kevin took the NTTS (National Truck Training School) training. He did this so he could drive “the big rigs” and see the country which he did for 20 years. He also had been employed b..
Alta Louise (ellis) Collins
Published on: Friday, January 27, 2017
Alta Louise (Ellis) Collins, 90, of State Highway 12, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at UHS/Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich.
She was born February 22, 1926 in Sherrill, NY, a daughter of Harold and Alice Snyder Ellis and received her education in Sherburne schools. On November 6, 1954, Alta married John W. Collins in Sherburne. Alta had worked at several area firms including the Utica Knitting Mill in Sherburne, Norwich Pharmaceutical Co., the Sherburne school cafeteria, Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich and then Hercules (Uni..
Charles Frederick Owens, Sr.
Published on: Friday, January 27, 2017
Charles Frederick Owens, Sr., 74, of Temple, TX and formerly of Norwich, died on Friday, January 13, 2017, in Temple, TX.
Born on August 10, 1942, in Norwich, Charles was the son of the late Frederick Owens and Helen (George) Holiday in Norwich. At the age of nine, Charles and his mother relocated to Brooklyn where he continued his education. Following his graduation, he enlisted as an infantryman in the United States Army, where he proudly served his country from 1968 – 1988. Charles had two tours in Vietnam and three tours in Germany. He t..
Alta Louise (ellis) Collins
Published on: Thursday, January 26, 2017
ALTA E. COLLINS
SHERBURNE: Alta Louise (Ellis) Collins, 90, of State Highway 12, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at UHS/Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Noon on Saturday, January 28, 2017 from St. Malachy’s Church, East State St., Sherburne.
Spring interment will be in the Sherburne Quarter Cemetery.
Friends are invited to call at the Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, 10 S. Main St., Sherburne on Saturday from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
A full obituary will follow in Friday’s paper.
To..
Elizabeth Ann “beth” (mattice) Pedersen
Published on: Thursday, January 26, 2017
ELIZABETH PEDERSEN
Elizabeth Ann “Beth” (Mattice) Pedersen, 58, of Beebe Avenue, and a lifelong resident of Norwich, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center after a long and courageous battle against multiple sclerosis.
Born August 26, 1958, in Norwich, Beth was the daughter of Richard E. and Elsie (Powers) Mattice, each of whom preceded Beth in death, as did her brother Rick Mattice. She attended Norwich City Schools, was proud to serve as lead drummer of the Norwich High School Band, a..
Edward C. Smith
Published on: Thursday, January 26, 2017
EDWARD C. SMITH
COOPERSTOWN - Edward C. Smith, owner of Smith-Cooperstown, Inc., died Saturday evening, January 21, 2017, at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown. He was 78.
A Native Son of Cooperstown, Ed was born March 23, 1938, at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital, a son of Evelyn Amelia Wheeler of Cooperstown and Harry William Smith of Minneapolis, Minnesota.
After graduating from Manlius Military Academy, Ed attended Palm Beach Junior College and later graduated from the University of Miami with a bachelor's degree in business admin..
Lewen "lenny" Ray Webb
Published on: Wednesday, January 25, 2017
HARTWICK - Lewen "Lenny" Ray Webb, 66, of Hartwick, passed away Sunday morning, January 22, 2017, at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown.
Born August 4, 1950, at Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich, he was a son of the late Raymond W. and Vera J. (Stratton) Webb.
A graduate of New Berlin Central School, Lenny was drafted into the United States Army on May 12, 1970, and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. Following his honorable discharge on May 11, 1973 he returned to New Berlin and for a time was employed at the Rooster..
Joanne L. Russell
Published on: Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Joanne L. Russell, 88, a longtime resident of Norwich, passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Chenango Memorial Hospital with family by her side.
Born December 11, 1928, in Lyons, NY, Joanne was the daughter of Joseph and Anna (Quagliarello) DeLuca. She graduated from high school in her hometown of Clyde, NY, and immediately pursued a bachelor’s degree in teaching at Oswego State Teacher’s College.
Soon after graduating with a teaching degree, Joanne began her decades-long career in teaching in the Norwich City Schools, ..
Dorothy Lucille Clark Craine
Published on: Wednesday, January 25, 2017
SHERBURNE – Dorothy Lucille Clark Craine left the physical world on Thursday, January 19, 2017.
Dorothy was born on October 4, 1920 at home in Sherburne, NY, the first daughter of Earl Burt and Grace Condon Clark. She grew up on the family farm in North Norwich, graduating from Norwich High School, and then from Syracuse University via Miami (Ohio) University. Dorothy worked at Bristol Labs until she married William Dart Craine in 1947. Bill predeceased her in July 2005.
Dorothy is survived by her children, Bill (Jacki), Ed (Judy), and Davi..
Deborah A. Webster
Published on: Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Deborah A. Webster, 56, of Morris and formerly of Oxford and Norwich, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 19, 2017 at her home in Morris.
Debbie was born on August 23, 1960 in Norwich the daughter of Arnold & Patricia (Snell) White. She grew up in Norwich, attended the Norwich schools and was a member of the school swim team. While living in Morris she worked at T.J.Maxx in Oneonta which she thoroughly enjoyed and it helped her with her “shopping addiction”. She also had previously worked for J.C.Penny and the Erpf Estate in..
Daniel J. Dalmer
Published on: Monday, January 23, 2017
Daniel J. Dalmer, 75 of McDonough passed away on January 20, 2017 at Chase Health, New Berlin. He was born on August 1, 1941 in Manhattan, NY a son of the late Joseph Walsh and Marie Guzman. On March 31, 1978 he married Sandra Collins, who survives.
Besides his wife, best friend and soul mate, Sandy he is survived by his children, AnnMarie and Gerardo Menegaz, Danny and Lori Dalmer, and Sheri and John Zanosky; his grandchildren, Jack, Eric, Robin, Madison, Derek and Savhannah; his sister, Jerie and Bob Alley; sister in laws Debbie and Greg P..
Melinda (mindy) Natoli
Published on: Friday, January 20, 2017
MELINDA (MINDY) NATOLI
Melinda (Mindy) Natoli, of Oxford & Norwich NY, passed away on January 18, 2017 at Wilson Hospital, Johnson City, NY
Mindy is survived by her husband, Trevor Natoli, special baby, pup, Mia Jane Natoli, her mother, Joanne (Roe) Ives & Marty Sayles of East Pharsalia, her father, Harold & Patty Ives of Guilford. Brothers, Michael (Holly) & Richard (Destiny) Ives of Oxford, her maternal grandparents, Joan & Richard Roe of Bloomingburg, her paternal grandmother, Phyllis Ives of Guilford, Trevor’s parents, John & Kim..
Carol R. Miller
Published on: Friday, January 20, 2017
CAROL R. MILLER
Carol R. Miller, formerly of Norwich, N. Y. passed away January 14th. at the age of 91 in Littleton, Colorado, in her daughter’s home. Carol passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Carol was born on February 16, 1925 at Chenango Memorial Hospital, daughter of Edward O. and Linnea Hildur Erickson.
Carol was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, David A. Miller. Dave and Carol were high school sweethearts and their years together were filled with love and family.
Carol graduated from Norwich High School i..
Seymore Charles Shaver
Published on: Friday, January 20, 2017
SEYMORE CHARLES SHAVER
Seymore Charles Shaver, 80 of East Pharsalia, NY passed away on January 18, 2017. Seymore was born on April 4, 1936 in Middle Town, NY, son of the late Charles and Thelma Shaver. He is predeceased by his two sisters Thelma Denny, and Margaret Simonds. He is also predeceased by his loving companion Tanus Wagner.
Seymore is survived by his sons, Duane (Butch) and Leslie Shaver, and Seymore (Charlie) Shaver. He is also survived by his daughters Vickey Hand, Trudy and Gregg Huggins, and Jodi and Benjamin Pierson..
James M. Brancato
Published on: Friday, January 20, 2017
JAMES M. BRANCATO
SHERBURNE – James M. Brancato, 70, of North Main St., passed away Thursday, January 19, 2017 at the Norwich Rehab and Nursing Center.
He was born January 27, 1946 in Norwich, a son of the late James M. and Rose Pepe Brancato. He received his early education in Sherburne schools and was a graduate of Norwich High School. Affectionately known as “Muskie”, James worked at Lewis’ Restaurant in Sherburne until retiring. He was an avid sports fan and a history buff. He was of the Catholic faith.
Surviving are three sister..
Norman “mike” Stensland
Published on: Friday, January 20, 2017
NORMAN ‘MIKE’ STENSLAND 
Norman “Mike” Stensland, 88, a life-long resident of Gilbertsville, NY passed away on Wednesday morning, January 18, 2017 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, NY. Mike was born the son of the late Hans and Lilian (Miller) Stensland on September 29, 1928 in Oneonta NY. On April 4, 1954, Mike married his true love, Patricia McKenna at the St. Matthews Roman Catholic Church in Ridgefield, NJ.
Mike was employed by many construction companies as a carpenter throughout his life, and as superinten..
Thomas E. Palmer
Published on: Thursday, January 19, 2017
Thomas E. Palmer, 68, of Norwich, passed away on January 16, 2017. He was born on August 12, 1948 to Charles W. Palmer and the late Lillian “Towhie” Palmer. He was also predeceased by his granddaughter, Ashley. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Shirley Palmer; his father, Charles W. Palmer; his daughter, Shannon Palmer and Bob Johnson; his son, Shawn and Suzanne Palmer; his grandsons, Drew Nelson, Dakota Nelson, Bryan Palmer, and Matthew Palmer; as well as several other family members, and hunting, fishing and beer buddies. Thomas was..
Brenda (benjamin) Breed
Published on: Thursday, January 19, 2017
Brenda (Benjamin) Breed, 53, of Cincinnatus, peacefully entered Heaven at 2:33 am on Monday, January 16th at home surrounded by close loved ones. She was born April 12th, 1963 in Cortland, NY, to Walter Lewis Benjamin and Suzie (Benjamin) Brown. She married her high school sweetheart Douglas James Breed on July 19th, 2003. Surviving her are her husband Doulas Breed, daughter Lorie (Darnell) Bethel, son Jamie Breed, sisters Teresa Swayze, Debbie (Robert) Terry, brother Roger (Koreen) Benjamin, step sisters Connie (Larry) McFarland, Linda (Mick) ..
Donald B. Race
Published on: Thursday, January 19, 2017
Donald B. Race of Oxford, N.Y. Donald B.. Race, 94, passed away on January 15, 2017 at his home in Oxford. He was born November 15, 1922 in Oxford the son of the late Charles and Edith (Burlison) Race. Donald served his country in the United States Army during WWII. He landed on Omaha Beach in Normandy France in July 1944 as part of the D-Day Invasion. He received the Good Conduct, WWII Victory, and several Battle Star medals. Donald returned to Oxford on December 13, 1945. He was a long time member of the American Legion, Oxford Rotary and ..
Michael J. Behr Jr.
Published on: Thursday, January 19, 2017
Michael J. Behr Jr. 30, of Oxford passed away unexpectedly in his home on January 17, 2017. Michael was born in Goshen, NY son of Michael J. Behr Sr. and Donna (Finch) Behr.
Michael is survived by his loving parents as well as his three sisters, Chelsey Behr and Jeffery Tracey, Crystal Behr and Joseph Tracy, and Rebecca Behr, and his nieces and nephews Maddison Behr, Owen Behr and Joseph Tracy Jr. Mike is also survived by his grandmother Jeanne Behr, and his Grandmother and Grandfather William and Michele Finch. Also surviving mike are his cl..
Michele Gunderson
Published on: Thursday, January 19, 2017
Michele Gunderson, of South Otselic, passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2017, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. She was 58 years old.
Born June 22, 1958, in Brooklyn, NY, Michele was the daughter of Michael and Maryanne (Knapp) Sanchez, each of whom preceded Michele in death. On May 4, 1980, in Valley Stream, Long Island, Michele married the love of her life, William “Bill” Gunderson, who survives. Having spent time vacationing in Upstate New York in their early married life, Michele and Bill relocated to Pitcher in 1999, and..
Joann C. Mclaren
Published on: Wednesday, January 18, 2017
JOANN C. McLAREN
NORWICH – Joann C. McLaren, 74, of State St., passed away Friday, January 13, 2017 at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse.
She was born July 31, 1942 in Passaic, NJ, a daughter of Ralph and Jenny DeVries Jackson.
She received her education in Passaic and Lamita, CA schools. On March 23, 1963, Joann married Gordon E. McLaren, Jr. He died on August 22, 2016. Joann was a wonderful loving mother who raised her children on her own. She was a hard worker and enjoyed crocheting for her family and entertaining. She loved being..
Donald B. Race
Published on: Wednesday, January 18, 2017
DONALD B. RACE
Donald B. Race of Oxford, N.Y. Donald B.. Race, 94, passed away on January 15, 2017 at his home in Oxford. He was born November 15, 1922 in Oxford the son of the late Charles and Edith (Burlison) Race. Donald served his country in the United States Army during WWII. He landed on Omaha Beach in Normandy France in July 1944 as part of the D-Day Invasion. He received the Good Conduct, WWII Victory, and several Battle Star medals. Donald returned to Oxford on December 13, 1945. He was a long time member of the American Legi..
Roger M. Bice
Published on: Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Roger M. Bice, born October 15, 1930, passed away on January 14, 2017 with his wife Thelma, his son John and members of his family by his side.
Roger was born at home in Brookfield, to Mable & Melvin Bice. After attending Brookfield School and serving his country in the Army, he met his wife Thelma Cronk of South Edmeston at his parent’s home. They were married on January 9, 1954 and recently celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary.
He loved the land, the road, and being a family man. For many years, he owned and operated a family dair..
Harold Berman
Published on: Monday, January 16, 2017
HAROLD BERMAN
Harold Berman, formerly of Norwich, NY, died peacefully on Thursday, January 12, 2017, with family members at his side. He was 93.
Harold is survived by his two daughters, Lucy Berman-Edelman, of Milwaukee, WI, and Dr. Mary Jane Berman, of Oxford, OH; his two sons-in-law, Dr. Eric Edelman, also of Milwaukee, and Dr. Perry Gnivecki, also of Oxford; and his three grandchildren, Adam Edelman, of Queens, NY, Emma Edelman Levine, of Chicago, IL, and Alana Berman Gnivecki, of Boston, MA.
In death, he joins his late wife Ethel Berman..
Judith A. Brooker
Published on: Monday, January 16, 2017
JUDITH A. BROOKER
Judith A. Brooker, 66, of Norwich, passed away early Saturday morning, January 14, 2017, at the Residential Health Care Facility of Chenango Memoria Hospital.
Judy was born on March 14, 1950 in Norwich the daughter of Kenneth and Ava (Yeomans) Brooker. She spent her early years in Norwich and attended the Norwich schools. Over the years she has made her home in Rome, Richfield Springs and Downsville but for the past several years has made her home here in Norwich. While living in Richfield Springs she worked for a brie..
Daniel C. Ellis
Published on: Friday, January 13, 2017
DANIEL C. ELLIS
Daniel C. Ellis, 67, passed away on November 29, 2016 after a long illness. A resident of southern California for over thirty years, Dan was a graduate of Norwich High School and the son of Don and Minnie Ellis of Norwich. He attended Herkimer County Community College and Oneonta State University, and served in the Air Force in Texas and California. Dan owned and operated his own computer sales and consultation business for many years, and worked for a time in the radio and film industries. He was an avid reader, an accompl..
Irene H. Izard
Published on: Friday, January 13, 2017
IRENE HOTALING IZARD
EARLVILLE – Irene H. Izard, 81, of Earlville, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at the Chase Health Rehabilitation and Residential Care in New Berlin.
She was born on October 9, 1935 in Columbus, NY, a daughter of the late Clifford and Grace Balcom Hotaling and was a graduate of Sherburne High School in 1954. On May 17, 1958, Irene was united in marriage to Glenn Izard in Columbus. He predeceased her on December 24, 2000. Irene had worked for the Sherburne-Earlville Central School from 1990 until her retirement. S..
Harold A. Brunschmid
Published on: Friday, January 13, 2017
HAROLD A. BRUNSCHMID
SHERBURNE – Harold A. Brunschmid, 86, of Farley Rd., passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
He was born November 27, 1930 in Sherburne, a son of William A. and Mary Latz Brunschmid and received his education at Sherburne Central School. On September 25, 1948, Harold married Guileen Cunningham at St. Malachy’s Church in Sherburne. Harold worked on the family farm and then became a machinist for Jim Pounds. He later worked at Unison in Norwich for 12 years as a certifie..
Mark S. Huckabone
Published on: Thursday, January 12, 2017
MARK S. HUCKABONE
Mark S. Huckabone, 52, of Norwich, died unexpectedly on Sunday, January 8, 2017 at his residence that was the result of a brief thyroid condition.
Born on February 4, 1964, in Norwich, Mark was the son of the late Samuel and Irene (Russell) Huckabone. He spent his childhood growing up with his two sisters in the town of Preston. He attended Oxford schools for his education. As an adult, Mark earned his GED, something he was greatly proud of, as was his family.
Mark spent a great deal of his life working for Laral Management..
Robert C. Strier
Published on: Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Robert C. Strier, 88, of Guilford, died peacefully on Friday, January 6th, 2017 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital.
He was predeceased by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Strier Sr., his aunt Mary and uncle Ed Englebach, his brother, Frederick Strier Jr., and his son, Richie Strier. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Gertrude Strier; their children Robert Jr. (Adis) Strier, Cathy Ray, Robin (Ernie) Jipson, and John (Thelma) Strier; his beloved 11 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.
Robert started his career as a Sup..
Bruce Randall Hutchings
Published on: Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Bruce Randall Hutchings, 65, died at his home in Norwich NY on January 4, 2017.
He was born in Utica NY on June 22, 1951, the eldest of 5 children of Guy Randall Hutchings and Jeanne Marie Kimball. He attended North Brookfield schools and graduated from Waterville High School. He spent his childhood in North Brookfield NY where he lived with his parents and Grandma Julia Holden Hutchings. There are many good memories of Bruce growing up with his siblings and many cousins, and they all were urged by Grandma Julia and Aunt Jeanne to attend bible..
David “dave” Martin Sanford
Published on: Wednesday, January 11, 2017
David “Dave” Martin Sanford, 66 of Amesbury, MA, passed away at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston, MA January 7th, 2017, surrounded by his loving family after a long illness.
Dave was born on November 16, 1950 in Sidney, NY and grew up in East Guilford, NY. He attended and graduated from Sidney High School where he was a varsity wrestler. He went on to become an apprentice carpenter and ultimately became self-employed as a successful carpenter, remodeling and building many homes, including his own. Dave was known for his love of motocross a..
Dr. Lorain (larry) Schultes
Published on: Wednesday, January 11, 2017
COLUMBUS, INDIANA – Dr. Lorain (Larry) Schultes, 80, of Columbus, Indiana passed from this life at the Columbus Regional Emergency Room on Friday, December 9, 2016. Larry was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother, companion and friend of many.
He was a member of the Columbus Moose Lodge, Eagles Lodge, Elks Lodge, American Legion, American Society of Microbiologists and the Bartholomew County Veterans Honor Guard. He was a U.S. Army Reserve Corps of Engineers Veteran. He was a graduate of Mount Upton Central School Class of 1954. ..
John J. Casey
Published on: Tuesday, January 10, 2017
John J. Casey, 64, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at his home. John was born on May 12, 1952 in Queens, NY, son of the late William and Florence (Rieser) Casey.
John was married to Elaine Georgia who survives. He was a Mechanical Technician for Chentronics in Norwich. In his free time, John enjoyed sheep farming, tinkering, mechanics and science. He was a member of the Guilford Fire Department for many years.
He is survived by his wife, Elaine Casey; daughter, Caitlyn and Adam DiBrango of Guilford, 5 brothers: Will..
Brian R. Burt
Published on: Tuesday, January 10, 2017
Brian R. Burt, 56, of Greene, passed away surrounded by his family at his home on January, 8 2017.
He was pre-deceased by father, Charles D. Burt; special grandparents Leon and Eliza Copeland; father-in-law, Lynn Ross and brother-in-law, Ronald Ross.
Brian is survived by his wife, Deb Burt, Greene, mother, Joyce Burt, Greene; daughter and son-in-law, Heather and Dan Montgomery, Greene; granddaughters, Harlee Montgomery, Greene, Logen Montgomery, Endicott; mother-in-law Alice Ross, Oxford, 3 brothers-in-law, Ed Ross (Lois), Sherburne, Lynn ..
Todd M. Cole
Published on: Monday, January 9, 2017
Todd M. Cole, 35, of Greene, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday January 1, 2017.
Todd was born on April 15, 1981 in Norwich, NY and is survived by his mother, Lisa (Wright) Beadle and step-father, Mark Beadle, his father, Bruce Cole and step-mother Amy Tiffany, step-brothers, Kyle Beadle, Bryan Beadle, Dillon Beadle, step-sister, Nikkole Beadle, Grandmother, Catherine Wehrli, Grandfather, George Cole, Step-grandmother, Beverly Cole, many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Todd was known for his generous heart, his larger-than-life personality, and ..
Bernice Voorhis
Published on: Monday, January 9, 2017
Bernice Voorhis, 82, of Norwich, Preston Manor and formerly of Sherburne, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2017, at the Valley View Manor Nursing Home.
Bernice was born on July 10, 1934 in Norwich the daughter of Theodore and Mildred (King) Voorhis. She attended school in Norwich and Pittsfield from which she graduated. Over the years she had been employed by Cheesebro Ponds, Sherwood Medical, Egg Low and Classic Pharmaceutical.
Bernice was a quiet lady and just enjoyed keeping to herself.
Bernice is survived by her brother Carl Voorhis of ..
James A. Sanford Sr.
Published on: Monday, January 9, 2017
James A. Sanford Sr., 76, of Plymouth, passed away unexpectedly early Friday morning, January 6, 2017 at his home in Plymouth.
Jim was born on January 9, 1940 in Salamanca, NY the son of Glenn and Ione (Kerr) Sanford Sr. He came to the area at an early age and attended the New Berlin school from which he graduated in 1958. Following his graduation he worked on several area farms, did construction work with his dad and worked at GLA in Norwich before entering the United States Army. Jim served his country from 1960 – 1964 with a deployment to..
Sara Beth Burlison
Published on: Monday, January 9, 2017
Sara Beth Burlison, 69, of Norwich, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at the Chenango Memorial Hospital.
Sara was born on August 9, 1947 in DeRuyter, NY the daughter of Corry & Mable (Locke) Hart and attended the South Otselic School. Following her schooling she lived in several parts of the country and returned to the area in August of 1982. It was at this point Sara decided to obtain her GED and continue her education by attending SUNY Morrisville where she earned her Nursing Degree. She worked as a Registered Nurse for the Gilmour Hea..
Helen Mae Cole
Published on: Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Helen Mae Cole, 78, a longtime resident of Norwich, passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2016, at the Wilson Regional Medical Center of Johnson City following a short illness.
Helen was born on October 5, 1938 in Philadelphia, PA the daughter of Arthur and Anne (Robinson) Butt. She was a resident of Norwich for many years and a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Norwich where she has held many positions on various boards. Over the years Helen has worked as a nurse’s aide at Valley View Manor Nursing Home and the New York State ..
Darlene M. Foulds
Published on: Tuesday, January 3, 2017
Darlene M. Foulds, 68, of Norwich, passed away on December 20, 2016 with her family by her side. She was born on February 14, 1948, in New Berlin, NY to the late Darrell and Shirley Foulds. In addition to her parents, Darlene was predeceased by her step-mother, Elizabeth Foulds; her grandmother, Minnie Foulds; and her sister, Lisa Bonner. Survivors include her children, Tanya Craig; Terry and Tammtha Beckwith; Wayne College; Billy College; Jason and Holly Scott; and her very special son, Shawn Foulds; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren,..
Bernice Tracy Champlin Gere
Published on: Tuesday, January 3, 2017
Bernice Tracy Champlin Gere, 84, of 3 Albany St., Oxford passed away peacefully Saturday morning, the final day of 2016 surrounded by her family at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown.
“B” is survived by all four of her children, Colleen (Cliff) Ackley of Mesa, AZ, Craig (Maryann) Champlin of Oxford, James (Maryann) Champlin of Oxford, and Annette (Jeff) Lawrence of Arroyo Grande, CA. Bernice is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren and many, many cousins, nieces, nephews and countless friends.
Bernice was born to ..
Lucille A. Dacosta
Published on: Tuesday, January 3, 2017
Lucille A. daCosta, 78 passed away on December 22, 2016. She was born on October 22, 1938. Daughter of the late George and Elizabeth Heggie. Lucille was predeceased by her brother Peter Heggie.
Lucille is survived by her husband Conrad daCosta (Stoney), her son David and Mallory daCosta, and her daughter Kim and Jim Saunders. Lucille is also survived by her sister in-laws Gloria Heggie and Dolores Decelis. Also, surviving Lucille are her grandchildren James and Amy Saunders, Brian and Nicole Saunders, Ashley Saunders, Amelia daCosta, Lincoln d..
Helen M. Cole
Published on: Monday, January 2, 2017
A funeral for Helen M. Cole, 78, of Norwich, who passed away December 21, will be held on Saturday, January 7, at 11:00 am from the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home. The Rev. David Spiegel, Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Norwich will officiate. Interment will be at a later date in the Mt. Hope Cemetery.
Friends may call at the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home on Friday from 5-8 pm.
A complete obituary for Helen will appear in a later edition of The Evening Sun...
Cathleen M. (cathy) Hawkins
Published on: Monday, January 2, 2017
Cathleen M. (Cathy) Hawkins, 63, of Laurel, MD and formerly of Norwich, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2016, at the Wilson Regional Medical Center of Johnson City.
Cathy was born on September 7, 1953 in Sheepshead Bay and was raised by her mom Ann and her aunt and uncle, Anthony and Elizabeth Cantirino. She attended St. Joseph’s Catholic School in Brentwood and Berkley Secretarial School on Long Island. Cathy worked at the VA Hospital in Northport, LI until she retired. In September of 1987 she moved to the Norwich area where she gained ..
Thomas Harold Graham
Published on: Monday, January 2, 2017
Thomas Harold Graham, 54, of Norwich, passed away unexpectedly Friday, December 2, 2016. Tom was born on July 13, 1962 in Norwich NY and spent most of his life there with a short time spent in Florida. He spent most of his working career as head Sawyer for Coastal Lumber and later as a truck driver for Webbs Lumber.
Tom had many interests including car and truck mechanics. He was also a very avid cook and the family felt he made the best chili in the nation. Along with this he enjoyed his family and spending much of his time with his close fri..
Linda Ann Tiffany
Published on: Monday, January 2, 2017
Linda Ann Tiffany, 74, of New Berlin, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2016, at the Chase Memorial Nursing Home of New Berlin where she has made her home since May of 2014.
Linda was born on September 14, 1942 in Oneonta the daughter of Ambrose & Dora (Blanchard) Jackson. She has lived most of her life in the Norwich, New Berlin and Oneonta areas. Even though Linda had no children of her own, she enjoyed children and would often babysit.
On February 12, 1966 in New Berlin she married Philip Tiffany who passed away November 18, 2011.
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Marjorie “marge” M. Usher
Published on: Monday, January 2, 2017
Marjorie “Marge” M. Usher, 75, of Greene, NY, passed away at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, NY, on Sunday, December 25, 2016. Mrs. Usher was preceded in death by her husband William D. Usher and two sons William D. Usher II and Scott O. Usher. She is survived by her sister Janet Hadlock of Sherburne, NY, daughter Valerie S. Usher of Washington, DC, daughter Vickie Morf of Winter Springs, FL and two granddaughters Gina and Alyssa Morf.
Mrs. Usher was born to Frank and Pearl Shannon on August 13, 1941. She went to Norwich High S..