Obituaries
Posting Obituaries for the families around Herkimer County in New York.
Jon Edward Trosset
Jun 4, 2025
Ilion - Mr. Jon Edward Trosset, 81, passed away on Wednesday, June 4th, 2025, in the peace and comfort of his home with his family by his side. Jon was born on April 23, 1944, in Utica, NY, a son of the late George and Edna Young Trosset. He lived a life marked by dedication, love, and service. Jon was...
Harold H. Riddell
May 22, 2025
Mohawk - Utica - Harold Howard “Buck” Riddell, a resident of the Masonic Care Community, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at the Wynn Hospital in Utica, NY. Born September 7, 1935 in Ilion, NY, Harold was the eldest child of Harold E. and Susie Riddell. Upon graduating from Ilion High School in 1953, Buck was accepted into the...
"Miss Chris"
Apr 29, 2025
Herkimer - Christine Ann Roe, 39, lovingly known by her students as "Miss Chris", passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 at the Wynn Hospital in Utica. She was born on July 21st, 1985, in Brooklyn, New York, a daughter of Kathleen Campisi and the late Warren Campisi and she was educated in Brooklyn schools. Christine developed a passion...
Robert Earl Bulson
Apr 18, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Earl Bulson, a lifelong resident of Ilion, New York. Robert passed away peacefully on Friday, April 18, 2025, at the age of 92, at MVHS Wynn Hospital, with his loving family by his side. Born on March 16, 1933, in East Syracuse, New York, Robert was the son...
Stephen L. Hitchcock
Apr 14, 2025
Afton, NY - Stephen Lawrence Hitchcock, 72, of Afton, NY, passed away peacefully with family by his side on April 14th, 2025. Steve attended Afton Central School, where he was well known for his athletic abilities that led to sports scholarships along with years of stories/memories of being a phenomenal athlete. He was also known to be a “jack of...
Skyeler Vaughn Miner Brodkorb
Mar 25, 2025
Herkimer - Mr. Skyeler Vaughn Miner Brodkorb, 31, of Herkimer, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at his home. A self-employed musician with Excaliber, LLC, Skyeler was a multi-talented artist, mastering drums, guitar, keyboard, and vocals. He performed at countless events, including fundraisers, and was a skilled rap musician. His love for music was matched by his love...
William Pryse Burger
Mar 23, 2025
Ilion - Mr. William Pryse Burger, 74, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, surrounded by his loving daughters. Born in Ilion on August 26, 1950, Billy was a lifelong member of the community he cherished. He was a son of the late, William and Juanita Smith Burger. He attended Ilion Schools and...
Rodney Hamford Schaffer
Mar 22, 2025
Ilion - Mr. Rodney H. Schaffer, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 22, 2025. At the time of Rod's passing, he resided with his son, Russell and Cathy in Newport, NY. Rodney shared a blessed union for over 50 years with his late wife, Geraldine. Dad was an avid deer and coon hunter, a passion which he shared with his...
Virginia Helen Phelps
Mar 19, 2025
Virginia H. “Ginny” Phelps, 77, of Ilion, NY, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 22, 1948, to the late William Fullem and Virginia H. (Wheelock) Fullem. Ginny was a graduate of Ilion High School, Class of 1966, and later attended the Utica School of Commerce. She spent her career...
Betty L. Coy
Mar 17, 2025
Ilion - Mrs. Betty L. Coy, 86, of Ilion, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 17, 2025 at the Wynn Hospital in Utica. Born in West Winfield on May 1, 1938, Betty was a daughter of the late Leo and Alice Walts. She was the beloved wife of the late Howard Coy, whom she joins in eternal rest, having been...
Jan Joseph Ondrako
Mar 10, 2025
West Winfield – Jan “Johnny” Joseph Ondrako, 85, of West Winfield, NY, died on March 10, 2025 surrounded by love. Jan was the oldest son of Mildred and John Ondrako. As a young man, he traveled across the country on Route 66 and learned many jobs including short-order cook and delivery jobs. He joined the U.S. Air Force in 1960...
Jamie Joseph Dejohn
Feb 28, 2025
Jamie DeJohn, 47, passed away peacefully at his home in Sylvan Beach on Friday, February 28, 2025. Born on July 14, 1977, in Ilion, NY, Jamie was the beloved son of Lorraine “Brenda” Sweet DeJohn and the late James “Chip” DeJohn. He was a proud graduate of Ilion High School, Class of 1995, and continued his education at Herkimer County...
Howard Alton Coy
Feb 28, 2025
Howard Alton Coy, a beloved resident of Cedarville, NY, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on July 30, 1938, in West Winfield, NY, Howard lived a life defined by hard work, dedication, and a deep commitment to his family and community. Howard spent his career as a skilled molder, contributing his craftsmanship to...
George Maley, Jr
Feb 22, 2025
Ilion - On February 22, 2025, George Maley peacefully departed this life, reuniting with his beloved wife, Barbara, whom he deeply missed. Born on November 22, 1930, in Flushing, NY, he was the son of the late George and Beatrice (Bartunek) Maley. On September 28, 1952, George married the love of his life, Barbara M. Willse. Together, they shared 70...
Stephen Joseph Smith
Feb 20, 2025
Herkimer - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen J. Smith, 55, a dedicated serviceman and beloved community member with an unwavering love for his family, his soldiers, and his hometown of Ilion NY. Stephen passed away unexpectedly due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident on Thursday, February 20th, 2025. Steve was born...
Randy Lynn Griffin
Feb 16, 2025
Ilion - Randy Lynn Griffin, 58, of Ilion, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at the Wynn Hospital following complications from surgery. He was born on September 13, 1966, in Herkimer, the son of Gail Furlong Griffin and the late Edward Griffin. Randy was a lifelong resident of Ilion. He attended Ilion Schools and graduated with the...
Michael John Morris
Feb 13, 2025
Michael John Morris, 84, of Ilion, passed away on February 13, 2025 at the Siegenthaler Center. Mike was born on June 22, 1940 in Ilion, NY, a son of the late Michael and Anna Surdya Morris and he attended Ilion schools. He was employed as an Accounts Manager with MDS in Herkimer for many years. Michael served in the US...
Robert F. Hoaglander, Jr.
Feb 8, 2025
Herkimer - Rev. Robert F. Hoaglander, Jr. 86, known as (Bob) went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Valley Health Service in Herkimer, NY. Rev. Hoaglander was born on August 19, 1938 in Middle Hope, NY. He graduated from Newburgh Free Academy in Newburgh, NY, from Gordon College and Gordon-Conwell Theological...
Thomas Marchese
Jan 29, 2025
Herkimer - Mr. Thomas (Tom) Marchese, age 84, of Herkimer, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, January 29, 2025. Tom was born on July 25, 1940, in San Giuseppe Jato, in the province of Palermo, Sicily, to the late Giuseppe and Providenza (Tomassino) Marchese. At the age of 13, he immigrated to the United States with his father and sister,...
Henry John Bray, Jr.
Jan 24, 2025
Schuyler - Henry J. Bray Jr. passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025 after a brief illness. Henry was born on July 15, 1943 in Bridgeport, CT to Henry J. and Maria Bray. First and foremost, Henry was a proud, hardworking, stubborn and tenacious family dairy farmer. His passion for farming came at a young age and his dedication to...
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