Obituaries

Aug 2, 2024

H. Ronald “Ron” Cross, 62, of New Berlin, NY, after a short battle with cancer. Ron passed away on August 2, 2024, at Albany Hospital. Born on May 12, 1962, in Hamilton, NY, Ron dedicated over 40 years of his life to working at Teds Auto Body as an auto body repair mechanic, showcasing his exceptional skills and passion for...

Jul 15, 2024

Shirley Hilts, 80 yrs. old of the Town of New Berlin passed away on July 15, 2024, at her home in West Edmeston.

Shirley was born on January 31, 1944, in Norwich, NY, the daughter of Edwin & Margaret (Marks) Cummings.   Her childhood was spent in New Berlin where she attended New Berlin...

Jul 14, 2024

Robert Slizewski, of Edmeston NY, Went home to his mother and father on July 14, 2024

Bob was born May 11, 1937 in Kingston NY to Edna (Steeger) and John Slizewski. He spent most of his life in Kingston area where he was employed by Gateway Enterprises. Upon leaving the work force Bob spent his...

Jul 10, 2024

Louis Whipple, 86 yrs. old of Hubbardsville, NY passed away on July 10, 2024, at Crouse Community Center, Morrisville, NY.

Louis was born on February 4, 1938, in Cooperstown, NY, the son of Frederick & Abby Pearl Whipple.   Louis spent most of his life in the New Berlin area where he attended New Berlin Central...

Jul 5, 2024

Patricia Spooner, 76 yrs. old of Edmeston, NY passed away on July 5, 2024, at her home.

Patricia was born on August 11, 1947, in Oneonta, NY, the daughter of Ray and Margaret (Benington) Parker.   Her childhood was spent in Pittsfield, NY.   She graduated from New Berlin Central School in 1965 and attended...

Jun 30, 2024

Wayne J. Bodie Sr., 66 yrs. old of the Town of Pittsfield, passed away on June 30, 2024, at his home.

Wayne was born in Kingston, NY, the son of the late Charles P. Sr., and Mabel (Ostrander) Bodie.   He was raised in the Hamlet of Connelly, NY where he spent his childhood...

Jun 21, 2024

Tim R. Christian, 84 yrs. old of the Town of Pittsfield, NY passed away on June 21, 2024, at his home.

Tim was born on June 25, 1939, in New Berlin, NY the son of Lloyd & Stella (LaFond) Christian.   His childhood was spent in New Berlin where he attended New Berlin Central...

Jun 8, 2024

Clementine DeForest went home to her Lord on June 8, 2024.

She had lived for years in New Berlin, New York but for the past few years, had been living with her son, John DeForest in Norwich, New York. Clem was born May 19, 1931, in Garratsville, New York.  She was a graduate of New Berlin Central...

May 26, 2024

Donald J. Elliott, DVM, 95, of New Berlin, NY would like to let you know that his work here is done.

He received a call- a sort of offer- that he could not refuse, for an appointment from which he will not be returning. This new venture comes with a huge sign-on bonus,...

May 21, 2024

Fred Charles Cottrell 82 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY, passed away on May 21, 2024, at Chase Nursing, Home.   Fred was born on May 20, 1942, in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Fred’s very early years were spent in Scranton with his beloved big brother, Ralph, and many extended family members.   He always remembered them and was...

May 6, 2024

Evelyn Hope Monroe 4/29/24-5/6/24

“Dearest Baby, please know that our greatest Blessing was having you…”

Evelyn Hope Monroe passed away peacefully in the arms of her loving parents at the Walter RG Baker NICU at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse, NY.

Evelyn...

Apr 15, 2024

Marion E. Church, 86 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY passed away on April 15, 2024, at Community Memorial Hospital, Hamilton, NY.

Marion was born on July 19, 1937, the daughter of Lorengo & Mable A. (Brown) Miller.   Her childhood was spent in the Norwich area where she attended Norwich School....

Apr 13, 2024

Roger Howard Williams, 84, of New Berlin, NY, passed away on April 13, 2024, in Leesburg, FL. He was born on October 18, 1939, in New Berlin, NY.

Roger was a devoted husband to his former wife, Catherine (Saur) Williams, until her passing in 2021. Roger's love for his family was unmatched, and he cherished...

Apr 4, 2024

David Coleman, 66 years old of New Berlin, NY passed away on April 4, 2024, at his home.

David was born in Hamilton, NY, the son of Walter Coleman Sr. and Ruth (Olson) Coleman.

He attended New Berlin Central School where he enjoyed playing football.   He graduated with the class of 1977.   After...

Apr 3, 2024

Nancy Martinos, 66 years old of, Binghamton, NY passed away on April 3, 2024, at Wilson Memorial Hospital.

Nancy was born on September 28, 1957, in New Berlin, NY, the daughter of the late William Hansen and Margaret Cernak.   Her childhood was spent in New Berlin.   She was a 1975 graduate of New Berlin Central School and...

Mar 26, 2024

Ray Laverne Miles, 88 years old of New Berlin NY, passed away of natural causes on March 26, 2024, at his home. Ray was born on July 27, 1935, in Otselic, NY, the son of Harold & Esther (Jordan) Miles. Ray is survived by his children, Timothy L. Miles of Pottstown, PA, Brian K. Miles of South New Berlin,...

Mar 24, 2024

Ray M. Cross, 86 yrs, old of the Town of Columbus, NY, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at home with his family by his side.

Ray was born on February 6, 1938, the son of the late Harry and Eleanor (Roberts) Cross of Brookfield, NY.

On August 26, 1960, he married...

Mar 21, 2024

Alice May Morehand was born August 3, 1947, in Utica, New York to the late Johnson Morehand and Lila Spafford Morehand. Throughout her childhood, she attended Hope Chapel A.M.E Zion Church, under the pastorate of the late Alphonso Whitfield, Sr., where she accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at the age of ten. She graduated from...

Mar 15, 2024

Ronald A. Fink, 79 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY passed away at his home on March 15, 2024.

Ronald was born on May 29, 1944, in Deposit, NY, the son of Arvid & Hattie (Bolster) Fink.   His childhood was spent in the Deposit area where he attended Deposit...

Mar 9, 2024

Betty Jean Barker (Frink), 87, passed away peacefully on March 9th, 2024 under the care of Gulfside Center for Hospice Care at Heather Hill in New Port Richey, Florida. She was born on September 2, 1936 in Norwich, NY. Betty spent most of her years at her home in New Berlin, NY. She was very proud of...