Obituaries
Bradley C. 'Brad' Shaver
May 31, 2019
On May 31, 2019, Brad started his new journey. He passed away peacefully in one of his favorite outdoor chairs at Lake Idlewild, PA. Brad lived the simple life he chose and embraced, in his quiet manner, all those important to him. He is survived by his mother, Berma Shaver, his sister and brother, Kathy and Brian Tanton, his...
Robert W. Carman
May 30, 2019
Robert W. Carman, Sr., passed away peacefully on May 30, 2019. He is survived by his sons Robert, Jr. and Dan (Polly Budney) Carman, daughters-in-law Renee and Deena, grandchildren Deanna, Danielle, Adam, Ben, Jonathan, and Anna, twelve great grandchildren, and two sisters, Anna Anne and Dorothy Dot. He was predeceased by his loving wife Ethel, sister Elinor El, son...
Margaret 'Peg' Hochberg
May 29, 2019
Margaret A. Hochberg, 82, long-time resident of Berkshire, NY, entered her new life with her Lord and Savior early in the morning of May 29, 2019. She is survived by her daughters, Elizabeth Betsy (James) Black, Ruth Ann Robyn (Loren) Salsman, Carol (Scott) Snyder, and Jeanette Jeanie Hochberg; son Robert (Tirza) Hochberg; brother Thomas Brennan; sisters Carol (Jim) King...
Michael P. Melby
May 25, 2019
Michael P Melby, 77, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, May 25, 2019. Michael is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sharon (Brieske) Melby; his son James (Barbara) Melby and his daughter Peggy Medina; four grandchildren; Benjamin and Brooke Melby, Evelyn and Michael Medina; four brothers Arthur, Louis (Eileen), Christopher and John Melby; two sisters, Mary...
Ethel May Carman
May 24, 2019
Ethel M. Carman, 94, of Newark Valley, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2019. She is survived by her loving husband Robert Carman, her sons Robert Carman Jr. and Daniel (Polly Budney) Carman, daughters-in-law Renee and Deena, grandchildren Deanna, Danielle, Adam, Ben, Jonathan, and Anna, and sister Dorothy Clements. She was predeceased by her son Philip Carman and daughter-in-law...
Lyman R. Watkins
May 13, 2019
Lyman R Watkins, 69, passed away on May 13, 2019 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family. Lyman was born on May 12, 1950 in Ithaca the son of Richard and Helen (Gibbs) Watkins and has been a life-long resident of Speedsville. He is survived by his devoted daughter Michelle Watkins and his adored grandchildren,...
Cheryl I. Rhodes
May 12, 2019
Cheryl I. Rhodes, 73, passed away on May 12, 2019 follow a period of declining health.She is survived by her son, Jamie Rhodes (Charlotte), grandchildren Mackenzie Rhodes and Tyler Rhodes. Also surviving are a niece and nephew, Erin Delaney (Matt) Guidici, Sean (Anne) Delaney and dear friends, Bob and Norma DeForest. She was predeceased by her husband Fred S....
Laurence Thomas Grant
May 11, 2019
Laurence ("Bud") Thomas Grant, 94, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2019. He was born at home in Schenectady, NY on December 10, 1924. He lived in Newark Valley, NY from 1935 until 2010 when he and his wife of 68 years, Lorraine, moved to the United Methodist Homes in Johnson City, NY. He is predeceased by his wife,...
Roberta Louisa Gwara
May 7, 2019
Roberta Louisa (Smithgall) Gwara, age 74 of Avondale, AZ died May 7, 2019 in Avondale. She was born August 1,1944 in Williamsport, PA to James and June Smithgall. Roberta was a great mom. Her life and love were centered in her family, and Rome, N.Y. She met the love of her life and became a mother at a very...
Branden S. Krager
May 2, 2019
Branden S. Krager, 37, of Newark Valley, NY, finally found his peace on May 2, 2019. He is survived by his father Donald Krager, mother Cindy Krager, brother Jeff Krager (Liza) and their children Haley, Addysen, Kacie, sister Amy (Jared) Pado and their children Cassidy and Bryson. Branden attended Newark Valley High School and worked at Budge Fence. He...
Steven Scott Mercer
May 2, 2019
Steven Mercer, 62, went to be with his Heavenly Father on May 2, 2019. He was born in Florida on July 2, 1956 a son of the late Norman and Iris Mercer. He was also predeceased by his favorite Uncle, David Troutman. Steve is survived by his wife of 20 years, Vicky (Edwards) Mercer, step-children: Jeremy, Jason and Jessica,...
Marian E Kinney
Apr 24, 2019
Marian Elizabeth Kinney, 90, of Newark Valley (mailing address Berkshire, NY 13736) joined her loved ones in Heaven on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Marian was the only child of Thomas and Sarah (Henderson) Hinrichsen. She was predeceased in 1994 by the love of her life and her husband of 45 years, Lawrence T. Kinney. She is survived by her...
Gary W. Mead
Apr 21, 2019
Gary W. Mead, 68, of Berkshire, passed away on April 21, 2019. He is survived by his mother Gertrude Mead, sister Patricia (Dennis) Fowler, brother Gene (Kim) Mead, sister Pamela (Shawn) Leary, and nieces and nephews Paul and Robyn Hidock and Colton and Shyiamie Mead. He was predeceased by his father John W. Mead. Gary was drafted directly out...
Phyllis Clark
Apr 20, 2019
Phyllis Clark, 78, of Newark Valley, passed away on April 20, 2019. She is survived by her children Ida Alexander, Kim Clark, and Richard Clark; grandchildren Jessica Alexander, James Evans, and Dwight Evans; great grandsons Ty and Nolan Evans; sisters Christine Bogart, Harriet Keene, Dorothy Eichkorn, and Virginia Miller; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Phyllis was predeceased by...
Mildred 'Midge' E. Harbst
Apr 14, 2019
Mildred E. 'Midge' Harbst, 95, of Cortland, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2019. Born on Nov. 5, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Allen) Johnson. She was predeceased by her husband Jesse Harbst in 1980 and her daughters Virginia Stephensons, Mary Conway and brother Carl Bishop. She is survived by her son David...
Horace 'Ace' Maw Johnson, Jr.
Apr 2, 2019
Horace Ace M. Johnson, Jr, 92, passed away on April 2, 2019 following a period of declining health. He was born in Closter, NJ on Jan 11, 1927 a son of the late Salome (Green) and Horace M. Johnson, Sr. and was also predeceased by his sister Sally. He is survived by his wife of almost 40 years, Mary...
Anne Yaple Stoughton
Mar 26, 2019
Anne Y. Stoughton, 84, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2019 surrounded in the love of her family. Born at the family home on Yaple Road in the Town of Caroline on Feb. 6, 1935, Anne was the daughter of the late J. Percy and Marjory (Goodrich) Yaple. Her sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Lawrence Mix also predeceased her....
Coleen Dalola
Mar 26, 2019
Coleen K. E. Dalola, 66, a long-time resident of Berkshire, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 26, 2019. Coleen is survived by her husband Robert C. and daughter Amanda Dalola, as well as several cousins, nieces and nephews, 2 cherished grand-dogs, Snuff and Snyggi and her beloved cat, Snella. She was predeceased by her parents William and Eleanor (Charles)...
Raymond 'Ray' H. Shaver
Mar 21, 2019
Raymond H Shaver was born in Newark Valley, NY on June 10, 1932. His 86 year long and wonderfully productive life was totally dedicated to both his family and his community. This precious life ended suddenly on March 21, 2019 and his unexpected passing has broken many hearts. Ray graduated from Newark Valley High School in 1952. As a...
Derwin 'Dewey' Ayers
Mar 16, 2019
Derwin 'Dewey' E. Ayers, 84, a native and life-long resident of Newark Valley, passed away on March 16, 2019. Dewey is survived by his loving wife of almost 60 years, Carol Dow Ayers and his children: Ken and Bambi Ayers, Cheryl and Bruce Whitley, Donna and Ken Miller, and David and Beth Ayers. The joys in his life grew...
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