12/22/2018

Caroline H. (DeRosier) Walker of Vail Mills, born April 12, 1944, entered her final sleep on December 20, 2018. She found peace, surrounded by her loving family. She was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She worked hard all her life, from the tobacco fields as a teen, to business owner of Emporium Auction Gallery and Blue Moon Motel. She was known for her generosity, baking skills and gardening. Carol was predeceased by her husband, William Dale Walker. She leaves

12/18/2018

Georgine F Rausch, 72, of Speculator passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at her home on December 17, 2018. She will be dearly missed by her family and the community. Born April 22, 1946 in Langquiad, Germany, she immigrated to the United States in 1953 and resided in Deer Park, NY, graduating from Deer Park High School. On May 22nd, 1965 she married Donald Rausch and enjoyed 48 years of marriage until Don’s death in April of 2013.  Georgine was a life-long New Yorker. Don and

12/18/2018

Nancy L. Stanzel, age 82, of Gloversville, died peacefully Sunday, December 16, 2018 at The Fulton Center. She was born April 20, 1936 in Gloversville, the daughter of the late Leon and Marvel Johnson Murray. Nancy was a 1952 graduate of Mayfield Central School. She was bookkeeper/office manager at Burton Insurance Agency in Gloversville for 33 years until her retirement. Nancy was a member of the Foothills United Methodist Church, the Friends of the Gloversville Public Library and a 25-plus

09/28/2018

Mrs. Patricia “Pat” Hernigle of Van Epps Road, Fultonville died peacefully on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 surrounded by her family.  She was year old 88 years old. A lifelong area resident, Pat was born on October 14, 1929 and was graduated from the former Wilbur Hl Lynch High School in Amsterdam. On February 10, 1951 she was united in marriage to Eugene R. Hernigle Sr. That union lasted 48 blessed years until his passing on February 15, 1999.  She was also predeceased by her mother, Martha

06/19/2018

Carol Elaine Flexon, age 74, of Gloversville, passed away Thursday, June 14, 2018 at Nathan Littauer Hospital, Gloversville. She was born August 30, 1943 in Saratoga Springs, the daughter of James, Sr. and Marion Ruth Tompson Flexon. She was employed as an assembler by Lexington Center. Carol enjoyed piano, accordion and loved to dance to rock and roll music. In her later years she loved to watch old movies on TV. She loved receiving jewelry and wore it proudly. She loved fashion and spent

06/19/2018

Stephen Robert Halliday, 48, of Fultonville, NY, has passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 14th, 2018. Born on September 3rd, 1969 in Niagara Falls, N.Y., he was the son of Mary L. Halliday. Stephen attended schools in Niagara Falls and relocated with his family to the area in 1996. He most recently was a driver specialist for McLane Foodservice. Stephen was a talented mechanic who enjoyed working on cars, building things, and fishing.  Stephen is survived by his wife Kimberly Halliday;

06/19/2018

Frances G. “Fran” Pedrick, age 90, of Johnstown, passed away on Monday, June 18, 2018 at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady.  She was born in the Town of Mohawk on October 08, 1927 a daughter of the late Frank and Nellie Purdell Calhoun. Mrs. Pedrick was a graduate of Johnstown High School and she was employed at the former Templeton Gloves in Fonda, a secretary at the Auriesville Shrine and she was last employed as a library Aide for the Pleasant Avenue School. On July 16, 1948 she was united in

06/14/2018

Alyssa Iva Sardelli Williams, age 30, of Albany, passed away Sunday evening, June 10, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving husband and family. She was born June 17, 1987 in Gloversville, the daughter of Robert and Susan Sommella Sardelli. She was a 2005 graduate of Gloversville High School and 2011 graduate of Albany College of Pharmacy. Alyssa was Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager of Rite Aid Pharmacy, East Greenbush, where she was employed about 10 years. She was also an Independent Beach Body

06/12/2018

Anthony F. Noble, 68, of Gloversville, died Monday, June 4, 2018, at Samuel Stratton VA Medical Center, Albany, NY. Born August 31, 1949, in Albany, NY, he was the son of Eugene and Ruth Thompson Noble. A veteran of the United States Army, he spent two tours of duty in the Vietnam War. A Boy Scouts of America leader in Troop 15 of Mt. Carmel Church, he achieved the highest honor “Vigil Honor Order of the Arrow” and served in the Scouts for over 30 years. He is survived by his sons, Erin and

06/12/2018

Gerald D. Brooker, Jr., age 80, of Johnstown, passed away on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at Nathan Littauer Hospital, Gloversville. He was born on November 2, 1937 in Schenevus, a son of the late Gerald D. Brooker, Sr. and Ora Finch Brooker.  Gerald was a graduate of Johnstown High School. He was employed for many years as Plant Manager for Penn Tex in Hazleton, Pennsylvania until his retirement in 1995.  Mr. Brooker is survived by his wife of 38 years Joan Caputo Brooker; seven sons Chris

06/06/2018

Elizabeth L. (Semione) Betty Grich 84, a lifelong resident of Gloversville New York, passed away on June 3, 2018 at home, surrounded by her loving family. Elizabeth was devastated and grief stricken at the loss of her daughter, Margaret Ann (Margie) Grich, who suffered complications following a fall in December. Elizabeth is predeceased by her parents, Angelina, (Pedone) Semione and Joseph Semione Sr. and also her husband Edward Grich Jr.. She is survived by one son, Christopher John Orloff

06/06/2018

Mrs. Evelyn J. Coulombe of Hope, NY, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2018 at Nathan Littauer Hospital. Her loving family was by her side. Born in Gloversville, NY, she is the daughter of the late Eugene and Ruth Zoller. Evelyn is a lifetime resident of the area and attended Wells Central School and Fulton-Montgomery Community College. She was employed for many years as a Registered Nurse at Nathan Littauer Hospital. She was also a retired Captain of the United States Army Reserves. She is of

06/06/2018

Loretta C. Charsky, age 82, of Gloversville, died Monday, June 4, 2018 at her home in Gloversville, surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 28, 1935 in Johnstown, the daughter of Thomas "Frank" and Leona Sanders Charsky. She was employed as a seamstress for many years by Johnstown Knitting Mill. Loretta enjoyed fishing, playing cards and cooking. She was an avid shopper of Pioneer Woman collectibles. Most of all, she loved traveling, camping and spending time with her family and

06/05/2018

Dr. Milan P. Kovar, age 95, of Johnstown, passed away on Monday, June 4, 2018 at Wells Nursing Home. He was born January 22, 1923 in Decin, former Czechoslovakia, predeceased by his parents Blahoslav and Gabriella Kovar. Milan graduated from Real Gymnasium and from Charles University Medical School in Prague, Czech Republic in Otolaryngology. He practiced his specialty in Prague and Vienna from 1949 to 1964 when he when immigrated to the United States. Dr. Kovar worked in Columbia Presbyterian

06/03/2018

Stephen Hoshlyk, age 97, of Broadalbin, died Friday, June 1, 2018 at Edward L. Wilkinson Residential Healthcare Facility, Amsterdam. He was born February 28, 1921 in Newark, NJ, the son of Nickolas and Anna Damaski Hoshlyk. He served in the US Army Air Corps 9th Air Force, 406th Fighter-Bomber Group during World War II in the European Theater where he was awarded the Bronze Star. Steve worked 30 plus years for the Town of Broadalbin Highway Dept. including 13 years as Highway Superintendent.

06/03/2018

Suzanne B.  Peck, age 89, of Canada Lake, entered eternal rest on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at Nathan Littauer Hospital Nursing Home, Gloversville.  She was born January 21, 1929 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of Lemoyne and Blanche Carpenter Breese. Sue was a Bennet High school and Endicott college graduate.  She worked side by side with her husband at the family business, Peck's Flowers of Gloversville. Sue was married to her loving husband William R. Peck in 1949 and was married for 64 years

06/01/2018

Nicholas Arvanitakis, age 86, of Gloversville, passed away Monday, May 28, 2018 at Nathan Littauer Hospital, Gloversville, following a short illness He was born September 2, 1931 in New York City, the son of Sotirious and Dina Arvanitakis.  He resided at Mountainview II and attended Johnstown Day Program. Nick was a quiet man who was beloved by all who knew him. He was a champion bowler. He also enjoyed helping people. He never missed a parade and liked the floats best of all. He will be

05/31/2018

Brian Ellis Veeder, 62, of Gloversville, NY passed away Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at St. Mary's Hospital, Amsterdam with his children and brother embracing him with love. Brian was born on March 12, 1956 in Amsterdam, NY to the late Howard and Grace Marie Ellis Veeder. He was married to the late Mary Malagisi Veeder.  Brian was a wonderful, loving, funny devoted father to his four children. He took on the role of mom and dad after the unexpected passing of his wife Mary fifteen years ago. He will