Obituaries


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Dorothy D. Cuneo

Published on: Monday, August 31, 2015
DOROTHY CUNEO NORWICH – Dorothy D. Cuneo, 81, of Norwich, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2015 at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Born in Port Jefferson, NY on March 6, 1934, Dorothy was the daughter of George and Kate (Wright) Russeau. She was a registered nurse, having attended Suffolk Community College, followed by Stonybrook University, where she completed her college degree. In her leisure time, Dorothy enjoyed cooking and playing golf. On December 28, 1952, in Kings Park, NY, Dorothy married John B. Cuneo, J..

Frank S. Powell Ii,

Published on: Friday, August 28, 2015
FRANK POWELL Frank S. Powell II, 59, of Nokomis, Florida and Chenango Lake, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at Chenango Memorial Hospital. Born in Norwich on July 13, 1956, Frank was the son of Frank L. and Mary Lou (Smith) Powell. He attended Mercersburg Academy and then graduated from Norwich High School with the Class of 1974. Following his schooling, Frank worked for Victory Markets in Norwich before moving south to work in sales for a cemetery in Georgia. He then settled in Fort Lauderdale, Florida where he was ..

Owen “john” Owens, Jr.

Published on: Friday, August 28, 2015
OWEN ‘JOHN’ OWENS JR NORWICH – Owen “John” Owens, Jr., 67, of Norwich, passed away Monday afternoon August 24, 2015, in the New York State Veteran’s Home, Oxford with his loving family by his side. John was born September 21, 1947, in New Berlin, the son of Owen J. Sr. and Madeline (Craw) Owens. On June 27, 1971 he married Judith McGuire in St. Augustine Church, Methuen, Mass. John was a true “Newspaper Guy”. Throughout his career he worked for several newspapers. He worked as Regional Manager for the Lawren..

Edward L. Phetteplace

Published on: Friday, August 28, 2015
EDWARD L. PHETTEPLACE OXFORD – Edward L. Phetteplace, 66 of Oxford passed away unexpectedly on August 26, 2015 at Wilson Memorial Hospital, Johnson City, NY. He was born on May 4, 1949 in Norwich, NY a son of the late Louis and Anna (Mallory) Phetteplace. On March 23, 1974 he married Sandra Youngs, who survives. Besides his wife, Sandra, he is survived by his daughter Jennifer Phetteplace and his grandchildren, Joshua and Jacob. He was predeceased by his sister, Jean Hutchinson. Ed was a member of Calvary Baptist Churc..

Frank Powell

Published on: Thursday, August 27, 2015
Frank Powell, a summer resident of Chenango Lake, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2015, at Chenango Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements for Frank are pending at the Wilson Funeral Home. A complete obituary will be published in The Evening Sun when it becomes available. Please go to: www.wilsonfh.com for updated obituary information or to leave a condolence for the family...

Edward O. Duvall

Published on: Wednesday, August 26, 2015
EDWARD O. DuVALL SOUTH NEW BERLIN – Edward O. DuVall, 73, of South New Berlin, passed away early Saturday morning, August 22, 2015, at home with family at his side. Ed was born on November 8, 1941 in Suffern, NY the son of Francis and Esther (Munhall) DuVall. He grew up in the Suffern area where he attended the local schools. Ed moved upstate in 1973 and in the mid 1980’s moved to South New Berlin where he continued to make his home. He had been employed by the NYS Corrections Dept. for 22 years having worked i..

Mary Goodspeed Archie

Published on: Wednesday, August 26, 2015
MARY GOODSPEED ARCHIE NORWICH – Mrs. Mary Goodspeed Archie, age 90, of Norwich, NY, died peacefully on August 19 at Chenango Memorial Hospital (RHCF). Mrs. Archie was a graduate of White Plains High School in White Plains, NY, and The Katharine Gibbs Secretarial School in New York City. She worked for two years for the US government as a secretary in Germany after WWII, which was the adventure of her life and where she was able to travel extensively to many places in Europe. She married Joseph J. Archie on September 30, 1950, in White Plain..

Florence Rosa

Published on: Wednesday, August 26, 2015
FLORENCE DUNSHEE ROSA Feb 24, 1919 - Aug 22, 2015 After 96 years of gracing this earth, Florence Rosa, known as "GG" to hundreds of family and friends, recently left us so she could catch up with Dad (Bill Rosa), daughters June and Joyce, and others who have gone before. We loved her while she was with us and love her still but are thankful to the Lord that she is now at peace, with Him. And with her passing, we encourage all who knew her to honor and celebrate her life. GG, short for Great Grandma (which she first became more than 25 year..

Lorraine May Wightman

Published on: Wednesday, August 26, 2015
LORRAINE MAE WIGHTMAN SOUTH NEW BERLIN – Lorraine May Wightman passed away at the Chenango Memorial Residential Healthcare Facility in Norwich, NY on August 24, 2015. Lorraine was born on June 6, 1926 in San Diego, CA to Thomas and Eva Currier. Lorraine was proud to have worked as a civilian clerk for the U.S. Navy. In San Diego, California is where she obtained her knowledge and love for music. Lorraine moved to South New Berlin after marrying Robert Wightman who survives her. Lorraine worked as a Teaching Assistant for the South New Be..

Alda Clara Holdampf

Published on: Wednesday, August 26, 2015
ALDA C. HOLDAMPF GUILFORD – Alda Clara Holdampf, 91, of Guilford, went to be with Jesus on Sunday, August 23, 2015. She was born on March 11, 1924, daughter of the late William and Lottie (Van Patten) Chase in Ballston Spa, NY. On May 4, 1946, she was married to Mathew Holdampf in Colonie, NY and together, they loved to travel. He predeceased her on April 4, 1993 after nearly 47 years of marriage. Alda’s faith was very important to her. In her earlier years, she was a member of Schenectady Assembly of God where she was act..

Marjorie (marge) Ella Wilkes

Published on: Wednesday, August 26, 2015
MARJORIE E. WILKES NORTH NORWICH – Marjorie (Marge) Ella Wilkes, 88 of North Norwich, NY passed away at her home on Friday, August 21st, 2015. She was born August 14th, 1928 to Eilias and Mable (O’Dell) Leib at the family farm in South New Berlin. She resided on the farm in her early years, proudly graduating from the South New Berlin High School in 1945. She then moved to Norwich, where she met her future husband, marrying Thomas L. Wilkes of North Norwich on April 24th, 1948 at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Norwich. ..

Charles L. “butch” Trask

Published on: Monday, August 24, 2015
CHARLES L. TRASK SHERBURNE – Charles L. “Butch” Trask, 66, of Kendrick Rd., passed away Thursday, August 20, 2015 at Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich. He was born December 8, 1948 in Otego, NY, a son of Louis and Virginia Decker Trask and was a graduate of Sherburne High School. On July 15, 1967, Charles married Mary Stackhouse in Sherburne. A life-long Sherburne resident, he owned and operated Trask Contracting. Butch enjoyed line dancing and tinkering in his garage. Surviving are his wife, Mary; sons and daughters-in-law, Johna..

Mary Goodspeed Archie

Published on: Friday, August 21, 2015
MARY GOODSPEED ARCHIE NORWICH – Mrs. Mary Goodspeed Archie, age 90, of Norwich, NY, died peacefully on July 19 at Chenango Memorial Hospital (RHCF). Mrs. Archie was a graduate of White Plains High School in White Plains, NY, and The Katharine Gibbs Secretarial School in New York City. She worked for two years for the US government as a secretary in Germany after WWII, which was the adventure of her life and where she was able to travel extensively to many places in Europe. She married Joseph A. Archie on September 30, 1950, in White Plains,..

Phyllis R. Rotundo

Published on: Thursday, August 20, 2015
NORWICH – Phyllis R. Rotundo, 89, of Brown Avenue, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, August 18, 2015. Born June 20, 1926, in Johnson City, NY, Phyllis was the daughter of Jesse and Ruth (Williams) Loveland. She was a 1944 graduate of Windsor High School. After high school, Phyllis worked in various capacities at Endicott-Johnson shoe factory, Norwich Shoe Company, Norwich Pharmacal, NBT Bank and Victory Markets. She retired after working as a keypunch operator at Victory Markets. Phyllis very much enjoyed reading, knit..

Meagley Jr.

Published on: Thursday, August 20, 2015
Norman C. Meagley Jr., 76, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at Norwich Rehab and Nursing Center, Norwich. He was predeceased by his parents, Norman and Dorthea and by several aunts and uncles. He is survived by his sons, Allen Meagley, South New Berlin and Norman Meagley 3rd, South Carolina; 3 grandchildren and by a brother Douglas Meagley and his family. Norman served his country in the U.S. Air Force and was an executive chef before his retirement. Private services are under direction of Root Funeral Home, 23 North Chenango Street, Gr..

Uriah & Josiah Fuller

Published on: Wednesday, August 19, 2015
URIAH & JOSIAH FULLER STATESVILLE, NC – Uriah Allen Fuller, 4, and his brother, Josiah Nolan Fuller, 3, of Statesville, died Sunday, August 9, 2015 at their home. Josiah was born April 13, 2012 in Iredell County and Uriah was born January 25, 2011 in Norwich, New York. They were sons of Shawn and Bianca Eddy Fuller of the home. In addition to their parents, they are survived by: their Maternal Grandfather, Michael Eddy of Smyrna, N.Y., Maternal Grandmother, Evelyn Beltran of Smyrna, N.Y., Maternal Great Grandmother, Rosa Santiago of Worches..

Tracy L. Law

Published on: Tuesday, August 18, 2015
TRACY L. LAW NORWICH – Tracy L. Law, 84, of Norwich, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown following a brief illness. Tracy was born on March 24, 1931, the son of William L. and Dacie Fargo Wilcox Law. Growing up during the Depression, Tracy found odd jobs to help support himself and his family. No job was too little for him to complete. Tracy worked on various farms assisting his father along with helping those he knew in town. He was a member of the Norwich High School class o..

Robert J. Brhel

Published on: Tuesday, August 18, 2015
ROBERT J. BRHEL NORTH PHARSALIA – Robert J. Brhel, 76, of North Pharsalia passed away Thursday morning, August 13, 2015, at the Norwich Rehabilitation & Nursing Center Center of Norwich. Bob was born on January 8, 1939 in Johnson City the son of Joseph and Marie Gavlik Brhel. He grew up in the Binghamton area where he attended the local schools. Bob served his country in the United States Air Force for a period of four years. For over 20 years he was employed by the United States Post Office in Syracuse. He and his ..

Randy J. Glasbergen

Published on: Friday, August 14, 2015
RANDY J. GLASBERGEN SHERBURNE – Randy J. Glasbergen, 58, of Sherburne, NY passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown, NY. Randy was born February 20, 1957 in Norwich, NY a son of the late John G. and Florence Hummel Glasbergen. He was a graduate of Sherburne-Earlville High School and attended Utica College of Syracuse University. On July 9, 1977, Randy married Karen Harris in Sherburne. Randy was a cartoonist and humorist whose professional cartooning career started when he was 15. His works appeared in magazin..

Bettie A. Pertilla-gantt

Published on: Friday, August 14, 2015
BETTIE A. PERTILLA-GANTT NORWICH – Bettie A. Pertilla-Gantt, 77, a lifelong Norwich resident, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 11, 2015, in the Chenango Memorial Hospital. Bettie was born in Norwich on May 21, 1938 the daughter of Ulysess W. Tribble and Margaret Pertilla. She was a 1956 graduate of the Norwich High School and also attended  SUNY  Morrisville  where she was a member of the Dean’s List.  Over the years Bettie had worked for the Chenango Memorial Hospital, the Norwich Knitting ..

Mary S. Lundberg

Published on: Friday, August 14, 2015
MARY S. LUNDBERG OCOEE, FL – Mary S. Lundberg, age 62, of Ocoee, Florida died Monday, August 10, 2015. She was born in Jamestown, New York on September 14, 1952, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Sophia Slayton. She married J. Brian Lundberg on August 17, 1974. Mary attended Jamestown High School before obtaining her BA from Hiram College in 1974. She taught elementary school for over thirty years in Norwich, New York, Orlando, Florida and Salisbury, Maryland. She was the recipient of the 1999 Disney Teacheriffic Award in ..

Alan S. Kenyon

Published on: Thursday, August 13, 2015
ALAN S. KENYON CANASTOTA – Alan S. Kenyon, 54, of Getmac Ave., passed away Thursday, August 6, 2015 at Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse with his family by his side, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 26, 1961 in Syracuse, a son of Sanford and Mae Cole Kenyon and was a graduate of Otselic Valley High School in 1979. From 1981-85, Alan proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force. In his younger days, he was a heating and air conditioning technician. Alan had a great love for music and was an accomplished musician. H..

Floyd “pete” Wambold

Published on: Wednesday, August 12, 2015
FLOYD ‘PETE’ WAMBOLD Sail through the stars, Past Heaven’s gate. A gentle breeze, this must be fate. Sail with me through oceans blue, An eternal journey, forever new. We love you ... Author - Saleena Wambold Barnes Floyd “Pete” Wambold passed away, at his home in Homosassa, Florida on Monday, August 3, 2015. Pete left the world with the same attitude and fight with which he came into it, and was surrounded by his loved ones. Pete was a proud Navy veteran and patriot who retained a passion for the water his entire l..

Ruth Intres

Published on: Wednesday, August 12, 2015
RUTH INTRES Naples, FL – Ruth Estelle (Frederick) Intres, 84 of Naples, FL and previously of Norwich, NY passed in her sleep on Thursday August 6, 2015, after a period of declining health. Ruth was born on September 5, 1929 in Patterson, NJ to Lillian and Walter Frederick. She was the second youngest of seven children and loved being part of a large family. As a child Ruth developed polio which crippled her leg but she never allowed her disability to slow her down or keep her from enjoying life. She left high school early to work i..

William N. Martinson

Published on: Wednesday, August 12, 2015
WILLIAM N. MARTINSON OXFORD – William N. Martinson, 76, passed away on August 9, 2015 at his home in Oxford, NY. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Kathy, as well as his 5 daughters, Cherie Roach, Debbie Martinson, Kim Gray, Wendy Hatton and Cindi Cola; 8 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Richard Martinson; his sister, Thea Murray and a dear friends, Wayne Hatton. Honoring Bill’s wishes, there will be no formal services. A private service will be held by the famil..

Roger H. Shedd

Published on: Wednesday, August 12, 2015
ROGER H. SHEDD SHERBURNE - Roger H. Shedd, 79, of Sherburne, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2015 in the Chenango Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. He was born January 27, 1936 in Endicott, NY the son of Arthur M. Shedd and Kathryn E. (Biesecher) Shedd. Both of his parents predeceased him. On March, 13, 1959 he married Minnie E. Rickard in Norwich, she predeceased him. Roger was also married to Roberta Phillips. Although Roger’s 2nd marriage ended in divorce, he and Roberta remained very close. Roger served his country ..

Ronald S. Miles, Jr.

Published on: Wednesday, August 12, 2015
RONALD S. MILES JR NORWICH – Ronald S. Miles, Jr. of Norwich passed away on August 6, 2015 at his home. He was born on June 20, 1954 in Norwich a son of Ronald S. Miles, Sr. and Gladys Moore Miles. Ron grew up in Oxford and moved to Norwich, where he graduated from Norwich High School and BOCES in 1972. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and camper and enjoyed hiking with his friends. He was a member of Boy Scout Troop 63 in Norwich. He moved to Florida in 1976 where he worked at Beefmaster Cattle Ranch and Lafayette Wine..

Floyd “pete” Wambold

Published on: Tuesday, August 11, 2015
FLOYD ‘PETE’ WAMBOLD Sail through the stars, Past Heaven’s gate. A gentle breeze, this must be fate. Sail with me through oceans blue, An eternal journey, forever new. We love you ... Author - Saleena Wambold Barnes Floyd “Pete” Wambold passed away, at his home in Homosassa, Florida on Monday, August 3, 2015. Pete left the world with the same attitude and fight with which he came into it, and was surrounded by his loved ones. Pete was a proud Navy veteran and patriot who retained a passion for the water his entire l..

Charles R. Brown

Published on: Monday, August 10, 2015
CHARLES R. BROWN GREENE – Charles R. Brown, 87 formerly of Greene passed away on August 6, 2015 at Cortland Regional Medical Center. He was born on December 5, 1927 in Norwich a son of the late Rollie and Vida (Freebourne) Brown. He was predeceased by his wife, Ethel L. Brown in 1984. He is survived by his children, Darney and Deanna Brown of Chenango Forks, Joan and William Cluff of Oxford and Niki Donald of Soldotna, AK. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, and several great grandchildren and great great grandchildre..

Carl T. Chawgo

Published on: Monday, August 10, 2015
CARL T. CHAWGO SOUTH NEW BERLIN – Carl T. Chawgo, 74, of South New Berlin, passed away Tuesday evening, August 4, 2015, in the Wilson Hospital of Johnson City. Carl was born on September 7, 1940 in Watertown, NY the son of George and Beatrice (Battams) Chawgo. He grew up in Sackets Harbor where he attended the local schools. Carl moved with his family to the Norwich area in the mid 1960’s while working for the Xerox Corporation. He also had worked for the Mirabito Fuel Group, Chenango County Code Enforcement Office and l..

Neila Carroll Hayes

Published on: Monday, August 10, 2015
NEILA C. HAYES Neila Carroll Hayes went to be with the Lord on August 6, 2015. Neila was born on Dec. 28, 1935 in Sidney Center, the youngest child of Bernise E and Alene Boice Hodges. She attended grade school in Sidney Center & graduated from Sidney High School in 1953. Neila married Ralph Martin Hayes in Sidney Center Methodist Church on May 24, 1958. They have three children. Neila was a member of the Sidney Center Methodist Church for over 40 years and Circle Drive Alliance Church in Sidney for many years before moving to Norwic..

Matthew R. Reynolds

Published on: Friday, August 7, 2015
MATTHEW R. REYNOLDS PLYMOUTH – Matthew Robert “Spike” Reynolds, 23, of Plymouth, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 5, 2015. Matthew was born on January 30, 1992 in Norwich. Matt lived in Waterloo and Sherburne before recently moving to Plymouth. Matt’s little league coach nicknamed him “Spike” because of his grit and determination. He enjoyed skateboarding, Texas Hold-em, mosh pits, music and hanging out with his friends. Spike also enjoyed living and working on Rhapsody Farms in Plymouth. Before that, he loved getting..

Robert Wesley Armlin

Published on: Friday, August 7, 2015
ROBERT W. ARMLIN HUBBARDSVILLE – Robert Wesley Armlin, 29, of Hubbardsville, NY, passed away in a car accident on the afternoon of August 4, 2015. Bob was born on January 8, 1986 in Sidney, NY. Growing up in Oxford, NY, he wrestled; played soccer, baseball, and basketball; and never missed high honor roll. When he was 14, he and his family moved to Hubbardsville, though he still spent many summers working on his grandparents' farm in Oxford. He attended Hamilton Central School from 2000 to 2004, where he was friends with everybody. A..

Hartley H. Fuller

Published on: Friday, August 7, 2015
HARTLEY H. FULLER SMYRNA – Hartley H. Fuller, 90, of East Main St., passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at the Harding Nursing Home in Waterville. He was born May 4, 1925 in Hamilton, a son of Herbert and Iva Duell Fuller. He attended Hamilton and Smyrna schools, and was a graduate of Sherburne High School. On June 6, 1953, Hartley married Joyce Ann Kunkle in Smyrna. She predeceased him on May 20, 2014. Hartley was a dairy farmer and also worked as a tool and die maker for T.A.C.O. in Sherburne until retiring. Hartley was a member of the..

David F. Shattuck

Published on: Friday, August 7, 2015
DAVID SHATTUCK MT. UPTON – David F. Shattuck, 62, of Mt. Upton, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at his home. Born in Norwich on December 26, 1952, Dave was the son of Willard and Alice (Cleveland) Shattuck. He graduated from Norwich High School with the Class of 1971. Although he became handicapped at a young age, Dave possessed a strong and beautiful mind. He was generous to a fault. He enjoyed computers and taught himself to program them. He also grew vegetables and flowers and had a very special place in his he..

Rosalie A. Winton

Published on: Thursday, August 6, 2015
ROSALIE A. WINTON ONEIDA – Rosalie A. Winton, 77, Lenox Avenue, died Monday evening, August 3, 2015, in the Oneida Healthcare Center, shortly after her admission as a medical patient. Born in Oneida, on January 11, 1938, she was the daughter of Alfred J. and Leda Smith Santora. A lifelong resident of Oneida, Rosalie was a graduate of Oneida High School, Class of 1955. She married Robert J. Winton in Oneida, on June 30, 1956. Bob died on October 23, 1985. Prior to her retirement, Rosalie was employed with the Madison County Clerk’s Offic..

George Howard Mann

Published on: Wednesday, August 5, 2015
George Howard Mann 83, resident of Santa Maria, CA. passed away on July 24, 2015. George was born in Norwich, New York, March 20th, 1932. He attended Union-Endicott High School in New York class of 1952, after graduation he served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Beginning work at IBM in1956 he later moved to Colorado, raising his family in Boulder. He retired from IBM 1988, moving to Santa Maria, CA. in 2000. Loving family members surviving George include; His wife Gloria Mann, daughter Brenda Wolfe (husband Kelly Wolfe), daughter..

Robert F. Yacano

Published on: Tuesday, August 4, 2015
ROBERT YACANO MOUNT AIRY, NC – Robert F. Yacano, 76, of Mount Airy, North Carolina, passed away on March 23, 2015 at Forsyth Medical Center. Born in Norwich on May 24, 1938, Bob was the son of Thomas and Frances (Barbuto) Yacano. On July 1, 1961, Bob married Angela Leggiero Yacano, who survives. He is also survived by his son, Mark S. Yacano and his wife, Terri Amernick; two grandchildren, Benjamin and Mollie; his sister, Marie Sobers and her husband, James; niece, Laura Sobers Szupinka and her husband, Christopher; great niece, Er..

Monica E. Daly

Published on: Monday, August 3, 2015
MONICA E. DALY NORWICH – Monica E. Daly, 100, of Norwich, passed away Wednesday morning, July 29. 2015, at her home. Monica was born on May 4, 1915 in Tipperary, Ireland the daughter of Christopher and Ellen (O’Dwyer) English. She came to the United States with her family in 1929 where they made their home in the New York City area. She attended the John Walton High School in the Bronx. She was employed at first by the Alexander Smith Co. in Yonkers and the R. Hoe Co. as a supervisor in the tabulator dept..Monica was a membe..

Connie Snell

Published on: Monday, August 3, 2015
CONNIE SNELL GREENTOWN, PA – Connie Snell, 51, of Greentown, PA, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2015, in the Regional Hospital of Scranton, PA. Connie was born in Norwich on January 19, 1964 the daughter of Charles and Deanna (Sisson) Snell Sr. She grew up in Norwich and attended the Norwich schools. Connie has made her home in Greenwood for the past 15 plus years. Connie was a very caring person with a heart of gold. She was a hard worker and a “tom boy” at heart. She always thought she wanted to drive a tractor trailer ..

Edward D. Butler

Published on: Monday, August 3, 2015
EDWARD D. BUTLER SHERBURNE – Edward D. Butler, 101 of Sherburne and formerly of Wallkill, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2015 at the Bassett Healthcare Center, Cooperstown. He was born in Andes, NY on March 29, 1914 a son of Dan and Nancy Humphrey Butler and received his education in Andes. He served his country in the US Army during WW II. On June 6, 1952 in Tarrytown he married the former Ruth G. Rowland. She predeceased him. Mr. Butler was employed for over 25 years for the East Hudson Parkway Authority until his retirement. Survivi..