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Robert Cross

Robert Cross

Aug 14, 2025

A life left us too soon and our world will be less a beautiful soul. We are horribly saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Robert J. Cross in Plattsburgh, New York on August 14, 2025. Born February 5, 1968 in Ilion, NY, he was the loving son of the late James F. Cross and A. Joyce (Mraz) Cross. He...

John Betters

John Betters

Jul 31, 2025

John Howard Betters, 64, left us peacefully on July 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, at his daughter's house in Au Sable Forks, NY under the care of Hospice of the North Country, but he lived in Mooers for over 20 years. He was born on November 22, 1960, in Keene Valley, NY, to Howard and Edith Betters.

John devoted...

Marlene Dolaway

Marlene Dolaway

Jul 17, 2025

Marlene Frances Dolaway, 82, of Au Sable Forks, NY, peacefully passed away on July 17, 2025.

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Gerald Hall

Gerald Hall

Jul 11, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gerald "Gerry" Elder Hall, age 76, who passed away on July 11, 2025, at Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 8, 1949, in the tranquil community of Keene Valley, NY to Spencer Hall and Gertrude Martin, Gerry lived his entire life...

Margaret Snyder

Margaret Snyder

Jul 10, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Margaret Snyder, who passed away on July 10, 2025, at the age of 80.

In accordance with her wishes, there will be no services.

Arrangements were entrusted to Heidrick-Zaumetzer Funeral Home, PO Box 127, 3 College St., Au Sable Forks, NY 12912.

Galina Lawlor

Galina Lawlor

Jul 5, 2025

Galina Lawlor, age 90, of Franklin Falls, NY and Brooklyn, NY, passed away July 5, 2025 in the Saranac Lake hospital where they took wonderful care of her. Galina was born in Belarus and was a war refugee. After moving to the United States, she met the love of her life, William Lawlor, who is now deceased. They traveled together...

Elly Deyoe

Elly Deyoe

Jun 25, 2025

Eleanor "Elly" Alice Deyoe, born to Victor Seguin and Esther Fountain on January 29, 1936, in Black Brook, NY, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, at the age of 89 surrounded by her loving family. She leaves behind a rich legacy of love, compassion, and the cherished memories of her family. Eleanor dedicated her life to nurturing her seven...

Russell Garrow

Russell Garrow

Jun 22, 2025

Russell James Garrow left us unexpectedly on June 22, 2025, at the age of 39. He was born May 6, 1986, in Plattsburgh, NY to Christopher and Pamela (Booth) Garrow.

He was known for his willingness to help anyone in need, always greeting people with a warm smile and an inviting heart. His positive energy was infectious, and he had...

Warren Atkins

Warren Atkins

Jun 14, 2025

Warren Edward Atkins, 76, of Kingsland, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on June 14, 2025. He was born September 21, 1948, in Mt. Kisco, New York, and is survived by his wife of 21 years, Edith; his first wife Pam (Stone) Atkins and their sons James Atkins and Gregory (Tammy) Atkins; stepdaughter Lorie Winters Hebert; brothers Jimmie and Bobby Atkins, and...

Jeanne Matyas

Jeanne Matyas

May 21, 2025

Jeanne M. Matyas, 81, of Plattsburgh, passed away peacefully at CVPH on May 21, 2025. She was born on July 1, 1943, to Benjamin "Paul" and Evelyn "Lucille" Coolidge.

Jeanne attended Au Sable Forks High School and was a stay-at-home mom raising her three children and later attending Our Lady of Victory Secretarial School. Jeanne later obtained her insurance...

Rebbecca Roy

Rebbecca Roy

May 19, 2025

Rebbecca Ann Roy passed away at home on May 19th, 2025 after a short battle with cancer. Becky was born August 26th, 1976 to John and Linda Roy.

She graduated from Au Sable Valley Central School in 1994 and went on to study at North Country Community College. She spent the years following college in a variety of jobs, until finally...

Howard Trumbull

Howard Trumbull

May 9, 2025

Howard I. Trumbull, known to most as "Trum" or "Gramp" passed away on May 9, 2025 surrounded by his daughters, Karen and Kristy.

He married Laura Hardy in 1948 and they remained together until her passing in 2013. They were known in high school for winning "jitterbug" contests where people would throw silver dollars.

Trum lived a very adventurous 95 years. Since...

Shirley Lawrence

Shirley Lawrence

May 7, 2025

Shirley Martha Lawrence, a beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on June 2, 1949, in Albany, NY, Shirley was commonly known as Shirley Bell to those who knew and loved her best. She spent her life in service to her family and community.

Shirley dedicated over 30 years of...

Ralph Coolidge

Ralph Coolidge

May 1, 2025

Ralph N. Coolidge, 80, of Jay, passed away peacefully at Elizabethtown Community Hospital, with his family by his side on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Born on November 7, 1944, he was the son of Rose and Henry Coolidge, Sr.

Ralph was first employed at North Country School and Camp Tree Top as a gardener, then employed at Lake Placid Granite and...

Sally Kamerling

Sally Kamerling

Apr 24, 2025

Sally Nadine (Camp) Kamerling passed away on Thursday April 24, 2025 in Elizabethtown NY after a brief illness, with her children at her side.

Sally was born on April 30, 1938 in Cortland, New York, to the late William E. and Clara

L. (Boyce) Camp. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 57 years, Robert J. Kamerling in 2022 and her...

Carol Wisher

Carol Wisher

Apr 13, 2025

Carol F. Wisher, 85, of AuSable Forks, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Born on January 6, 1940, in AuSable Forks, New York, she was the beloved daughter of Homer and Madeline Wright, and one of fourteen children-one of eleven daughters and three sons.

Carol enriched the lives...

Scott Pelkey

Scott Pelkey

Apr 6, 2025

Scott Allan Pelkey, 60, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2025 with his loving family by his side. He was born on August 15, 1964 to Arthur and Gladys (Drake) Pelkey in Keene, NY.

He attended AVCS and worked as a carpenter in his brother's company, Pelkey Builders, a trade he was proud to share with him. Scott loved the outdoors...

Nancy Bombard

Nancy Bombard

Apr 3, 2025

Nancy Lee Bombard, 81, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025 after a brief illness with her family by her side. Born on January 25, 1944 to Levi and Mary Betters, she was a lifelong resident of Au Sable Forks.

Nancy resided in Au Sable Forks, NY, where she created a nurturing home for her children, Stephen Bombard, Adrian "Abie" Bombard,...

Michael Fish

Michael Fish

Apr 2, 2025

Michael Lowe Fish, passed away unexpectedly on April 2, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on April 29, 1963, in Randolph, Vermont to Robert Fish and Lee Whitney, Michael spent his formative years on a farm, where he developed a lifelong love for animals and the great outdoors.

Michael moved to New York at the age of 22...

Elizabeth Shalton

Elizabeth Shalton

Mar 19, 2025

Elizabeth Lorea "Liz" Shalton - beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend - passed away on March 19, 2025 at age 65 in a house fire. Liz lived life with enthusiasm, joy and laughter. She loved children, dogs and the Adirondack Mountains.

Liz was born on October 28, 1959, in Paterson, New Jersey but she was raised primarily in the...