Letha J. Phillips
Published on: Monday, September 30, 2024
Letha Joscelyn Phillips, of Norwich, who recently celebrated her 100th birthday at Calvary Baptist Church went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on September 25, 2024.
She was born in Deposit, NY, on August 27, 1924 to the late Alfred and Sara Joscelyn. She was raised in Tyner on the family farm and graduated from Oxford Academy and Central School in 1942.
Shortly after her graduation, she was hired by Scintilla in Sidney, NY, having to travel by train back and forth to work. There she met her future husband Merton E. Phillips wh..
Dan G. Leach
Published on: Friday, September 27, 2024
Dan G. Leach was born on February 6, 1948 in Oxford, NY, and passed away on September 14, 2024 in Helotes, TX. He was 76 years old.
He is survived by a brother Dale Leach and wife Grace of Oxford, NY, along with nieces and nephews; his wife Cathy Leach, and children, Steven Leach and wife Terry, Christopher Leach and wife Aimee, stepchildren, Rebecca Weatherbee and husband Mark, Brian James and wife Nino. He was blessed with 8 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Dan graduated from the Oxford Academy, in Oxford, NY, Class of 1966. ..
Arlene F. Jones
Published on: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Arlene F. Jones passed away at her home in North Norwich on Saturday Sept. 21, 2024. She was born April 23, 1936, in Earlville, the daughter of the late Floyd and Clara Ferris and was a 1954 graduate of Sherburne Schools. She was affectionately known as “Toots” her whole life. She was united in marriage to Leonard Jones on August 1, 1987, at Chenango Lake in Norwich.
Arlene made her career at Norwich Pharmaceutical/ Proctor & Gamble Company until her retirement. She spent many years on the factory line as a finisher. She was a hostess extr..
William T. Clipston
Published on: Friday, September 20, 2024
William T. Clipston, 74, of Norwich, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024. William was born in Utica on May 13, 1950, the son of Wesley and Albertha (Roberts) Clipston.
He spent his early years in Sylvan Beach, NY, but spent the last 53 years as a resident of Norwich. While making his home in Norwich, he worked at Chenango Memorial Hospital in the maintenance department until his retirement. He also did carpentry and painting on his spare time for many residents in the area. He was an avid bowler for many years, also played men’s slow p..
Charles E. Kiesel
Published on: Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Charles “Poppy” Kiesel, 90, passed away on September 13, 2024, after a brave battle with cancer.
Charlie was born the youngest of five children to Caroline and Charles Kiesel in Westbury, NY, on November 17, 1933.
He is survived by his sister Dorothy Rogoza; his children Holly (Paul) Cirello and Steven (Kellie) Kiesel; his caregiver Betsy Faucher; his grandchildren Kate Cirello (Sam), Brianna (Corwin) Acker, Octavian Kiesel, and their families.
He is predeceased by his wife JoAnn Watson Kiesel, his parents Caroline and Charles Kiesel,..
Lawrence E. Slater
Published on: Monday, September 16, 2024
Lawrence E. Slater, 80 years old, of South Plymouth, NY, passed away on September 11, 2024 at his home.
Lawrence was born March 21, 1944 in Norwich, NY, the son of Clarence A. and Bernice M. (Angle) Slater.
Lawrence worked at The Norwich Shoe Factory for a short time, then began his career with the New York State DOT, retiring as Supervisor. After retiring he drove truck for Burrell’s Excavating. Then the most enjoyable time came when he and Linda loved and cared for their grandchildren.
Lawrence married Linda Lee Collins on March 18, 19..
John William Ames
Published on: Friday, September 13, 2024
John William Ames passed away peacefully on August 3, 2024, in Dalton, MA surrounded by his family. He was born on August 11, 1942, the son of Frederick and Wilma McGlade Ames. He is predeceased by, his father, Frederick, mother, Wilma, and brother Frederick Ames junior He is survived by his wife, Janet Sue Ames of Dalton, MA; three daughters, Dawn Renee Christophersen and Mark Christophersen of Norwich, NY, Bonnie June Curtiss and husband Frank of Dalton, MA, and Corinna Ames Fleming and husband Brian P. Fleming of Leland, NC; son, Matthew J..
John William Ames
Published on: Friday, September 13, 2024
John William Ames passed away peacefully on August 3, 2024, in Dalton, MA surrounded by his family. He was born on August 11, 1942, the son of Frederick and Wilma McGlade Ames. He is predeceased by, his father, Frederick, mother, Wilma, and brother Frederick Ames junior He is survived by his wife, Janet Sue Ames of Dalton, MA; three daughters, Dawn Renee Christophersen and Mark Christophersen of Norwich, NY, Bonnie June Curtiss and husband Frank of Dalton, MA, and Corinna Ames Fleming and husband Brian P. Fleming of Leland, NC; son, Matthew J..
James E. Dundon
Published on: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
James E. Dundon, 88, of Norwich, died surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital.
Born on January 3, 1936, in Binghamton, NY, he was a son of the late William and Wilma (Roper) Dundon. James graduated from Binghamton High School and then served in the Korean Conflict from 1954-1957 with an honorable discharge.
James had a lifelong passion for trains, a love that sparked when his uncle gifted him a Lionel train set for Christmas at the age of five. This early fascination led him to follow..
Paul Turner
Published on: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Paul Turner, 81, of Sidney, entered peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Monday September 9, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.
Paul was born on January 22, 1943, son of the late Lawrence and Esther (Gould) Turner in Deposit. Paul married Doris Spade on April 4, 1970, in Clearfield, PA. Paul moved from Cannonsville with his parents to East Guilford in 1960. He graduated from Sidney Central School in 1961. After graduation he joined his father Lawrence, in operating the family dairy farm. Paul continued farming, creating..
Dane Michael Everett Hinman
Published on: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Dane went to be with the Lord unexpectedly on September 9, 2024.
Dane was born on November 20, 1987. He is survived by his loving mother Pat Hinman of Norwich, NY; his daughter Addison Jean of Oxford, NY, and her mother Amber Bailey; his special friend Kyleena Newell; and his siblings Ralph (Debbie) of Florida, Wendy (Mike) Grow of Norwich, NY, Tereasa Hinman of McDonough, NY, Teresa (Ray) Clapper of South Plymouth, NY, David (Denise) of McDonough NY, Kathy (Dennis) Mead of McDonough, NY, and Rena (Matt) Frayer of Norwich NY. He is also survi..
Cynthia M. Pautard
Published on: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Cynthia M. Pautard, 76, of Sherburne, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024 at her home.
She was born on February 19, 1948, in Utica, a daughter of the late Lowell and Luella (Palmer) Shapley. She attended Smithville Flats Grade School and graduated from Greene Central High School. On March 23, 1968, she married Michael E. Pautard, Sr., in Smithville Flats. He predeceased her on January 12, 2005.
Cynthia worked as an EMT for Gray’s Ambulance, Norwich, a phlebotomist at Chenango Memorial Hospital, Norwich and while living in Florida she ..
CAROLYN L. DIAMOND
Published on: Tuesday, September 10, 2024
(Sherburne-Morrisville)
Our hearts are broken, our world has dimmed with the passing of our mother, Carolyn Louise (Sergent) Diamond. She passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Crouse Community Center, Morrisville.
She was born in Poolville on July 10, 1942, youngest daughter of Burton and Mattie Sergent. Her childhood was spent on her sister’s farm. She was a 1960 graduate of Hamilton School, where she was on the Baton Twirling Guard. She started her career working for Gaines (Standard Brands Pet Foods), Sherburne, and later worke..
Steven Edward Behe
Published on: Monday, September 9, 2024
Steven Edward Behe, Steve, 76, of Oxford, NY, passed away early morning of September 7, 2024, after his long hard-fought four-plus year battle with cancer, with his family by his side.
He was preceded in death by his parents Judson and Beverly Behe. He is survived by his wife of 56 years Sherry; brother Ronald Behe and his wife Marilyn of Little Falls, NY; daughter Stefanie (Shomper) and son-in-law Thomas Shomper and their two children Jillian and Thomas of Clermont, FL; son Scott Behe and daughte-in-law Cindy and their children Zachary and A..
Ethel J. MacLaury
Published on: Monday, September 9, 2024
Ethel J. MacLaury, 80, of Norwich, passed away on September 2, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband of 43 years, Ronald. Survivors include her daughters, Sue and Rick Alger, Diane and Ren Parsons, and Ruth and Joe Manwarren; her grandchildren, Paul and Apryle Parsons, Timothy Parsons, Derek and Katie Manwarren, Michael Manwarren, Ashley Parsons, Erika Berry, and Allyson Manwarren; her step-grandchildren, Kristin and Adam Smith, and Eric and Kaitlyn Alger; her great-grandchildren, Elaina Manwarren, Maverick Parsons, and Blaire Parsons; her s..
Jane M Ross
Published on: Monday, September 9, 2024
Jane M Ross, 90, of Oxford, NY, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2024, in Waterville, NY. Jane was born on March 31, 1934, to the late Chester Cook and Margaret Loughren Cook in Norwich, NY. Jane was a lifetime resident of Oxford, NY, and was a graduate of Oxford Academy Central Schools. She was a big part of her hometown community and peers. Jane worked for over 30 years at Enchanted Forest Water Safari during the summers and for the Oxford Schools in the cafeteria serving school meals and driving school bus for many years. Outside of wo..
Susan D. Dunham
Published on: Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Susan D. Dunham, 73, of Norwich, died on Monday, September 2, 2024. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted with the Wilson Funeral Home. To view the complete obituary or to leave the family a message of sympathy, please visit: www.wilsonfh.com..
Paul V. Mulligan
Published on: Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Paul V. Mulligan, 89, of Hamilton, formerly of Sherburne, passed away at his home on Saturday, August 31, 2024. He was born June 10th, 1935, in Sherburne, to parents Harold and Dorothy (Harrington) Mulligan. He received his education in Sherburne school.
On August 4th, 1962 he was united in Marriage to Gloria Lamphier. They were married 62 years.
Paul was employed by the William W. Kehoe funeral home and the Burgess and Tedesco funeral home until his retirement.
He was a communicant of St. Malachy’s Roman Catholic Church in Sherburne.
Pau..
Cynthia D. Butler
Published on: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Cynthia D. Butler, 64, of Guilford, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024. She was born in Sidney to the late Betty Smith.
Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Morris Butler of Guilford; her daughters, Mollie and Lyle Davis of Guilford, Melanie Manwarren of Oxford, and Mindie and George Shepard of Johnson City, TN; her grandchildren, Richard Warren, Jr. and Brooke Smith of New Berlin, Kristen Warren of South New Berlin, Amber Jenkins and Brice Deking of Oneida, Shelbie Jenkins of Oneida, Jasmine Manwarren of Oxford, Ezara Manwarren o..
Sebastian John Catanzaro III
Published on: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Sebastian John Catanzaro III, passed away September 14, 2021. He was born on July 26, 1986, in Cortland, NY. Sebastian grew up and resided in Oxford, NY, most of his life and went by the name John.
John had several hobbies that he enjoyed, he loved to be in the water fishing, listening to music, working on cars, working on computers and most of all, making people laugh. His family most admired the way he laughed and his sense of humor, his love for his family (especially his sons) and his friends, his intelligence and ability to fix anything ..