obituaries

Dec 17, 2025

Shirley A. Schorer, age 80, of Rome and formerly of Ilion, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at Bethany Gardens Skilled Living Center.  At the time of her passing she had the comfort of her family by her side.

Shirley was born on July 2, 1945, in Ilion the daughter of the late Robert and...

Dec 10, 2025

Doanld G. Lotoski, age 86 of Ilion, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family, who were at his side.

He was born on March 27, 1939, in Utica, the son of the late Wanda Sczeniak.  On June 10, 1976, Donald was united in marriage to Patricia Ingersoll in...

Dec 3, 2025

Joyce A. Schrader, age 95, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, in the comfort of her home, with loving family by her side.

She was born May 25, 1930, in Herkimer, the daughter of the late Jacob and Dorothy (Witherstein) Weber.  She was one of thirteen children, raised and educated in Herkimer and graduated from...

Nov 26, 2025

Diana Mae Higgins, 82, a lifelong resident of Herkimer and Mohawk, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday morning, November 26, 2025, at the Albany Medical Center.

She was born on February 13, 1943 in Herkimer, New York. She was the daughter and only child of Robert and Margie (Vorhees) Jones....

Nov 11, 2025

Robert G. Cristiano, age 58, of Herkimer passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Little Falls Hospital.

Rob was born on November 21, 1966, in Herkimer, the son of the late Victorio "Dick" and Mary Ann (Goodsight) Cristiano.  He grew up in Herkimer and graduated from Herkimer Central School District.  Upon graduating he furthered his...

Sep 30, 2025

Marion F. Baylor January 14, 1931 – September 30, 2025

Marion F. Baylor, 94, of Herkimer, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Little Falls Hospital with her loving family by her side.

Born on January 14, 1931, in Ilion, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Helen (Patrick) Pooler. Marion...

Sep 25, 2025

Mr. James Robert Dundon, 99, formerly of Utica and most recently a resident of MVHS Rehab and Nursing, Town of New Hartford passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025, with his loving family by his side.

He was born on July 24, 1926, in Akron, OH the son of the late James and Hazel (Brunner) Dundon.  James...

Sep 4, 2025

Jane Bellinger, 102, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025. She was born on March 29, 1923, in Oakland, California, to John and Myrtle McKennan. Jane was a graduate of Herkimer High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education from SUNY Cortland. She completed postgraduate studies at Syracuse University.

On March...

Aug 29, 2025

Elaine M. Augar, 66, of Dolgeville passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, at the Alpine Rehab and Nursing Center, Little Falls after a courageous battle with cancer.

Elaine was born on March 11, 1959, the daughter of the late Gilbert Goutremont and Marjorie Aldi.  Elaine was raised and educated in Dolgeville.  She was married to Donald...

Aug 26, 2025

Mr. Daniel J. Horning, Sr, 83, of Mohawk, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Wynn Hospital Utica.

Dan was born in Herkimer, on April 20, 1942, the son of the late Charles O. Horning and Marjorie E. Bruce.  Dan was raised and educated locally.  On July 19, 1986, Dan was united in marriage with...

Aug 11, 2025

Mr. Anthony J. Tubia, Sr. 76, of East Herkimer, passed away peacefully at Little Falls Hospital on Monday, August 11, 2025, with his loving family by his side.

Anthony was born in Herkimer on December 30, 1948, the son of the late Anthony and Theresa (Tocci) Tubia.  He was raised and educated in Herkimer, graduating from Herkimer...

Jul 24, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Elizabeth Catherine Spellman, 78, a lifelong resident of Herkimer, who passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Bassett Medical Center, Cooperstown, NY.

Liz was born on January 23, 1947, in Utica, NY, the daughter of the late Raymond and Beatrice...

Jun 27, 2025

Cindy L. Wellington, 66, of Herkimer, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, unexpectedly at her home.

Cindy was born on December 25, 1958, in Herkimer, the daughter of the late John Bahry and Phyllis Bogardus Smith.  She was raised in Millers Mills NY and further educated in Herkimer NY.  On August 22, 1981, she was united...

Jun 24, 2025

Mr. Gerald F. Wellington, 90, of Ilion, NY passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital, Utica. Gerald was born in Herkimer, on December 14, 1934, the son of the late John and Mary (Nabinger) Wellington.  He was raised in Herkimer and was a graduate of Herkimer High School.  After graduating from high school, he proudly...

Jun 18, 2025

Karen J. Gilbert, 75, of Geneva, NY, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY, after a courageous battle with Leukemia.

Karen was born in Herkimer, NY on January 9, 1950, the daughter of the late George and Jane (Cress) Gilbert Jr.  Karen was raised in Herkimer and graduated from Herkimer High...

Jun 17, 2025

Charles A. Bouteiller, of Herkimer, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, on his 82 birthday.  At the time of his passing he was at Little Falls Hospital, with his loving daughter Denise by his side.

Charles was born in Cooperstown, NY, on June 17, 1943, the son of the late Charles and Ruth (Cary) Bouteiller.  He...

Jun 11, 2025

Mohawk – Joan Ann Miner, age 72, passed away on Wednesday evening June 11, 2025 at Little Falls Hospital.

She was born on January 21, 1953, in Starkville, a daughter of the late Walter and Vera (Rickard) Harwick. A lifelong area resident she graduated from Mohawk Central School. On January 19, 1974, she married David V. Miner...

May 9, 2025

Miss Rachel D. Crim, 31, of Herkimer, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025, in the Little Falls Hospital after a life-long courageous battle with several health disabilities. Rachel was born on May 4, 1994, in Cooperstown, NY, daughter of Richard Crim and Violet Kuchenbacker. They were devoted and committed to Rachel's life and cared for the daughter they...

Mar 26, 2025

It is with deep sadness that our family shares the passing of Diana J. Kubecka, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother at the age of 82. Diana passed at Wynn hospital on March 26, 2025, with her loving family at her side. Diana lived most of her life in Mohawk and for the past 4 years was a resident of...

Feb 16, 2025

Dr. Ronald F. Williams, 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday evening, February 16, 2025 at Valley Health Services Nursing home. Dr. Williams was the second President at Herkimer County Community College where he served for 22 years. He was born in 1942 in Buffalo, a son of the late Franklin and Mildred (Dee) Williams. Ron earned his undergraduate degree at...