All Obituaries

Kathy A. Webb Eaton-Kathy A. Webb, 75. Passed away peacefully with the love and support of her family at her side, on Monday, April 8, 2024, at the Abraham House. She was born on December 7, 1948, in Syracuse, the daughter of the late Harold and Martha Angus Schaeffer.  Kathy had spent many years living in Sheds and the past sixteen years living in Eaton. She retired from Mid York Press in Sherburne.   She had previously worked for Gladding Braided Products and Cazenovia...

John J. Troyer Jr. Lebanon-John J. Troyer Jr., 7, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at Community Memorial Hospital, as result of an accident that occurred in the Town of Smyrna. His passing is mourned by his parents, siblings, and the whole Amish Community. In keeping with the Amish custom, John’s visitation was held at the family home. His services were held on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, with burial in the Amish Community Cemetery.  Compassionate personal and professional...

Melody Marie Akins Madison-Melody Marie Akins, 63, of Madison, NY passed away peacefully on March 25, 2024, at home with her devoted family by her side. Melody was born on August 26, 1960, in Canastota, NY the daughter of the late Milford and Beverly (Williamson) Lovett. She grew up in Canastota, where she attended Canastota Central Schools. On June 21, 1980, Melody was united in marriage to James M. Akins at the Methodist Church in Madison, NY. Melody and James settled in Madison and soon...

Obituary Sharon E. Buyea Bassett Madison-Sharon Bassett, 79, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, March 21, 2024, with her loving children by her side. She was born in Sangerfield, on January 17, 1945, the daughter of Earl and Bessie (Cole) Buyea.  Sharon attended school in Sherburne and upon graduation attended the Utica School of Commerce.  Sharon received her associate degree from SUNY Morrisville.  She worked at SUNY Morrisville for several years from which she...

Hugh J. Wratten Hubbardsville-Hugh J. Wratten, 64, passed away with the love and support of his family at his side on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at the Oneida Healthcare Center. He was born in Utica on January 19, 1960, the son of Wendell P. Wratten Sr, and Virginia Barnes Wratten.  Hugh was raised on the family farm in North Brookfield.  He was a graduate of Waterville Central School.   On August 22, 1994, Hugh married Bonnie Sauerhafer. Hugh had worked as a...

Alton F. Plows Sr. Brookfield-Alton F. Plows Sr., 83, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at the Crouse Community Center. Alton was born in Sharon, CT, on January 30, 1941, the son of the late Edward and Myrtle Evans Plows.  At a young age, his family moved to Brookfield, and Alton was raised on the family farm. A man who worked with his hands, Alton had worked at SEARS as an appliance repairman.  In later years, he worked with his...

Walter R. “Mike” Ditch North Brookfield-Walter Raymond Ditch, known lovingly by all as Mike, passed peacefully with family by his side on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Mike was born on the family farm in Sangerfield on December 1, 1950, the son of the late Kenneth Ditch and Frances Olmstead Ditch.  Mike worked on the family farm for many years and was a life resident of North Brookfield. His loving kindness will be missed by all. He is survived by his sister Shirley Ditch;...

Jason “Buddha” Snyder Oriskany Falls-Jason John Snyder, 50, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Jason was born at Dr. Hoch’s office in Oriskany Falls on July 20, 1973, the son of John Snyder and Linda Rashford Snyder.  He grew up in Madison and attended Madison High School.  Jason went on to be educated in the construction trades.  He was known as an excellent wood worker. He was a devoted father and deeply loved his...

Carl F. Goodrich Georgetown-Carl F. Goodrich, 87, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024. He was born in Georgetown in July of 1936, the son of the late Burdette and Leona Goodrich.  Carl graduated from Georgetown High School in 1954.  Following high school, he joined the United States Air Force, where he was stationed in Alaska and California; and many years after shared his stories of his service.  On March 26, 1961, Carl married Shirley Scott.   Following...

Janette I. “Dolly” Glouse Bouckville-Janette I. Glouse, 89, lovingly called by everyone, Dolly, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Friday, February 9, 2024, at the Waterville Residential Care Center, following a lengthy illness. She was born in Oriskany Falls, on May 1, 1934, the daughter of the late Frank and Bessie Tallman.  Dolly was raised in Oriskany Falls and was a graduate of Madison High School.  She married John F. Glouse, Sr., who...