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For those who have recently experienced the death of a family member or friend, an obituary serves as an opportunity to remember the accomplishments and family tree of their loved one. If you have recently lost someone you love, we hope that you will accept our condolences.

Edward Woodruff

Edward Woodruff

Oct 14, 2023

Edward Woodruff, a devoted father and cherished friend, peacefully passed away on October 14, 2023, at the age of 77. Born on April 25, 1946, in Springfield, Massachusetts, Edward's journey on Earth was marked by compassion, dedication, and a sincere love for his family.

Edward was a man of many accomplishments, beginning with his education. He earned a Bachelor's...

James Conley

James Conley

Oct 3, 2023

James P. (Jim/Rev) Conley passed away at his home on October 3, 2023 under the loving care of his family and Hospice of the North Country.

Jim was born on March 17, 1941 to the late Edmund J. Conley and Bernice M. (Demers) Conley.

He graduated from Plattsburgh High School in 1959 and received a B.S./M.S....

Evelyn Brant

Evelyn Brant

Oct 2, 2023

Evelyn Elaine (Talbot) Brant, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully passed away on October 2, 2023. She was born on May 28, 1926, in the town of Essex, NY, to the late Lee and Frieda (Sandberg) Talbot. Evelyn lived a remarkable life, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all those who knew her.

Evelyn developed a deep connection...

Richard Springsteen

Richard Springsteen

Oct 2, 2023

Richard Springsteen passed away peacefully on October 2, 2023.

 

Richard was born in Brooklyn, NY on February 1, 1946. He resided in Willsboro, NY for many years.

 

A graveside service will be held at Memorial Cemetery in Willsboro, NY on October 12, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

 

Services were entrusted to Heidrick Funeral Home (formerly Heald Funeral Home)...

Tracey Whitney

Tracey Whitney

Oct 1, 2023

Tracey Green Whitney of Keene, NY died peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 1st, 2023.

Tracey was born on December 30th, 1951 in Princeton, NJ to Edward Green and Polly Pratt Green. She grew up there with her sister Arden Moulton. After graduating from high school she continued her studies at Germain School of Photography in New York...

Janet Smith

Janet Smith

Sep 27, 2023

Janet K. Smith passed away peacefully on September 27, 2023, in Ticonderoga, NY.

She was born on March 27, 1934, in Witherbee, NY.

Janet dedicated much of her life to her work in the banking industry, serving as the Head Teller at Champlain National Bank in Westport. Janet's professionalism and strong work ethic left an indelible mark on the community...

Louise von Brockdorff

Louise von Brockdorff

Sep 20, 2023

Born May 12, 1945, in Syracuse, New York, Louise was the third of five children born to Thomas and Luise Braunmueller. She graduated from Assumption Catholic Academy in 1963, embarking on a remarkable journey as a lifelong and devout Catholic wife, mother, and grandmother.

Following her nursing studies at Our Lady of Victory in Lakawanna, NY & Early Childhood Education...

Joseph Matott

Joseph Matott

Sep 20, 2023

Joseph Rudolph Matott, 93, of the O'Neil Rd, West Chazy, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at the CVPH Medical Center.

He was born at home in Champlain, NY on June 27, 1930, the son of Harvey and Helen Matott.

Joseph married Shirley Bordeau on August 9, 1952 at St. Peter's Church in Plattsburgh.

The couple resided in Fort Bragg,...

Sandra Staley-Rock

Sandra Staley-Rock

Sep 19, 2023

Sandra L. Staley-Rock, 68, of Honey Drive in Plattsburgh, passed away on September 19, 2023 at UVM Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Morrisonville, NY on May 19th, 1955 to Richard (Dick) Staley and Edith (Johnson) Staley.

At a young age, Sandra worked 19 years as a carhop waitress and manager for Clare & Carl's...

John Castine

John Castine

Sep 8, 2023

John "Curly" Castine, a beloved member of the Champlain community and a dedicated dairy farmer, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2023, at the age of 79. Curly, as he was affectionately known, was born on February 25, 1944, in Plattsburgh, NY.

Curly's life revolved around his passion for farming and his love for the Boston Red Sox. He dedicated...

Alan Bayless, Sr.

Alan Bayless, Sr.

Aug 26, 2023

Alan W. Bayless, 59, of Elizabethtown, NY, passed away after a battle with cancer on August 26, 2023, surrounded by family at the Elizabethtown Community Hospital. Alan was born in Plattsburgh, NY on January 20, 1964, to Evelyn and Bill Bayless. He attended Willsboro Central School and enlisted in the United States Navy upon graduation. After his service in the...

Lawrence Cutting

Lawrence Cutting

Aug 25, 2023

Lawrence A. Cutting, of Willsboro, NY, passed away on August 25, 2023, in Burlington, VT at the age of 73. He was born on April 27, 1950 and was known to all as Larry. 

Larry graduated from Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School in 1968, after which he attended SUNY Cobleskill. His growing years on the family farm were the foundation to becoming...

Christine Dame

Christine Dame

Aug 13, 2023

Sadly, our mother Christine Dame passed away on August 13th, 2023, after a long and fulfilling life. She was predeceased by her parents, Donald and Mildred Dame, her beloved twin Ernie Edwards, her sisters Cheryl Dame and Dana Lafountain, and her brother John Dame. Christine was a woman of many passions and a heart full of love. She had an...

Marshall Benedict

Marshall Benedict

Aug 8, 2023

On August 8, 2023, Marshall C. Benedict passed away peacefully with his companion by his side at home after a year long battle with cancer.

 

Marshall was born on January 27, 1950, to Robert Leroy Benedict and Rita Garvey Benedict in Plattsburgh, NY. 

 

Marshall graduated from Willsboro Central School in 1969 and attended Lassen College in California and...

Bruce Hoffnagle Hoskins

Bruce Hoffnagle Hoskins

Aug 6, 2023

Bruce Hoffnagle Hoskins, husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on August 6, 2023. Born May 2, 1929, in Willsboro, NY. Bruce was a man of many talents. A former Industrial Arts teacher at Lake Placid High School and Westport Central School (35 years), his resume at Westport included Vice Principal, school...

Richard Neal Galeski

Richard Neal Galeski

Jul 31, 2023

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Richard Neal Galeski on Monday, July 31st, 2023. Dick was born on November 16, 1945 and grew up in Port Huron, Michigan. A jack-of-all trades and a master of all games, this talented Adirondack artist left his mark in Keene Valley, NY, where he lived with his wife of 38 years, Joan...

Joan Cunningham

Joan Cunningham

Jul 28, 2023

Joan Cunningham, 68 1954-2023 Joan passed away peacefully on the morning of July 28, 2023, after an elongated illness, in her home in Elizabethtown, NY. She was loving wife, mother, grandmother, and carer of others. Joan was the daughter of the late Lois and Edwin Berkholtz, of Gresham, Wisconsin. She attended Lutheran High School and University of Wisconsin in Racine....

Barbara A. Whittemore

Barbara A. Whittemore

Jul 28, 2023

Barbara A Whittemore, 83, of Lewis, NY, passed away peacefully at the Elderwood Nursing Home in Lake Placid on Friday, July 28, 2023 Barbara was born February 20, 1940 in Elizabethtown, New York. Barbara is survived by her husband of 65 years, Robert S. Whittemore, daughter Debra Whittemore Rauch, son - in -law Barry Rauch of Keeseville NY, son Jeffrey...

Khris Anderson Fessette

Khris Anderson Fessette

Jul 26, 2023

Khris Anderson Fessette 61 passed away July 26th at Upstate Medical Center. Khris was born November 11th, 1961 in Greensboro, Georgia to Lester Fessette and Lorraine Laughton. Khris was a 1979 graduate of Ausable Valley High School. Khris enlisted in the United States Marine Corps right out of high school. After being discharged from the Marine Corps Khris met his...

Michael Osborne Morris

Michael Osborne Morris

Jul 20, 2023

In Memoriam: Michael Osborne Morris June 25th, 1936 - July 20th, 2023 With profound sorrow, we remember the remarkable life of Michael Osborne Morris, who peacefully departed on July 20th, 2023, at 87, surrounded by his cherished wife of 67 years, Carol (Borden), and their loving family in their Elizabethtown, NY home. Michael was an exceptional husband, father, successful business...