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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.
Joanne Hilt
Nov 9, 2023
Joanne Patricia Hilt, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2023, at the age of 78. She was born on July 9, 1945, in Hoboken, NJ. Joanne was one of a kind, leaving behind a legacy of love, joy, and countless memories.
She had a passion for the simple pleasures of life. She was...
Elmyra Crowningshield
Oct 30, 2023
Our beloved Elmyra Violia Crowningshield, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on October 30, 2023, in Au Sable Forks, New York. Elmyra was born on May 31, 1948, in Plattsburgh, New York, and was the daughter of Philip "Felix" Martin and Nina Joy.
Elmyra led a fulfilling life centered around her family, her work and her grandpup...
James Dillenberger
Oct 26, 2023
James Martin Dillenberger, a devoted family man, accomplished craftsman, and passionate outdoorsman, peacefully passed away on October 26, 2023. Born on August 14, 1963, in East Orange, NJ, James lived a life filled with love, adventure, and unwavering dedication to his loved ones.
James, also known as Jim, was a man whose spirit embraced the great outdoors. He found solace...
James Parrow
Oct 25, 2023
James Harold Parrow, a beloved member of the Au Sable Forks community, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2023, at the age of 76. Born on June 17, 1947, in Plattsburgh, NY, James was a cherished father, husband, partner, and friend who will be dearly missed.
Jim found joy in the simple pleasures of life, with his love for food...
June Pulsifer
Oct 23, 2023
June Marie Pulsifer, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2023, at the age of 71. She was born on June 24, 1952, in Burlington, VT, to the late parents Clarence and Gertrude Hance.
June dedicated her life to helping others and she worked for the Essex County Child Protective Services. With great compassion and determination,...
Timothy Manor
Oct 7, 2023
Timothy R. Manor of Au Sable Forks passed away on October 7, 2023. Tim was born on December 18, 1959 in Plattsburgh. He grew up in Morrisonville and then Potsdam, graduating from Potsdam Central High School in 1977. He attended both Potsdam State and Clarkson University.
Tim is survived by daughter, Ariel (Potsdam); father, Lawrence (Potsdam); brother, Jerry and Sally...
Grace Hoye
Sep 25, 2023
Grace Hoye, age 75, of Brownstown, MI passed away on September 25, 2023.
She was the beloved wife of Paul Hoye, loving mother of Scott (Pam) Hoye and Tonya (Jeff) Szafranski. She was the dearest grandmother of Chloe, Clarissa, Connor, Chase, Nolin, and Ty and the dear sister of Beth Coolidge, Jeanne (John) Matyas, and late PK (Val) Coolidge. She...
Constance Madden
Sep 24, 2023
Constance Kemp Madden, age 91, passed away peacefully at home on September 24th, 2023, with her loving family by her side.
Born on July 12, 1932, in Plattsburgh N.Y., to Maria Genet Kemp and Howard David Kemp, she was the oldest of six children.
Connie graduated from St. John's Academy in 1950, attended the College of Mount St. Vincent in...
Keith Furnia
Sep 24, 2023
Keith Furnia, age 63, passed away peacefully at UVM Health Network, CVPH, on Sept. 24th, 2023, with his loving family by his side.
Born on September 6th, 1960, in Plattsburgh N.Y., to Richard "Mike" and Roberta "Bertie" Furnia, he was one of two children.
Keith worked for Imperial Wall Coverings in the paper division, until he entered the field of...
Brenda Stevens
Sep 21, 2023
Brenda M. Stevens, 70, of Separator Road, Au Sable Forks, NY passed away at CVPH Medical Center on September 21, 2023 with her loving family by her side.
Brenda graduated from Au Sable Valley High School in 1972. She was employed as a cashier at SUNY Plattsburgh for many years before she retired.
She was predeceased by her parents Albert...
Robert O'Neill
Sep 18, 2023
Robert James O'Neill, 86, of Via Del Villetti Drive, Venice, Florida passed away at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Sarasota, Florida on September 18, 2023.
Known as "Bob" or "Mayor Bob," he was born March 12, 1937 to Thomas and Margaret (Murphy) O'Neill in Plattsburgh, New York, and grew up in AuSable Forks.
He graduated from Albany...
Gerald Katz
Sep 15, 2023
Gerald Melvin Katz passed away on September 15, 2023, at the age of 95 in Willsboro, NY. He was born on August 16, 1928, in Bronx, NY, and was the son of the late Samuel and Rebecca Katz.
Gerald was a remarkable individual who dedicated his life to his passion for construction as a civil engineer. Armed with his Bachelor's...
Jackie Holmes
Sep 7, 2023
Thelma "Jackie" Jacqueline Holmes, a beloved member of the Wilmington community and a dedicated teacher left our world peacefully on September 7, 2023, at the age of 87.
Born on November 8, 1935, Jackie was the daughter of Harold and Thelma Holmes. She grew up surrounded by love and values that shaped her into the compassionate and caring person she...
John Follos
Aug 22, 2023
Voorheesville, N.Y. - John E. Follos Jr., 81 of Voorheesville, N.Y. and Venice, FL, formerly of Wilmington, N.Y. passed away on Tuesday August 22, 2023, in one of his favorite places to be, Lake Placid, NY.
John was born in Troy, N.Y. on May 18th, 1942. He served in the United States Navy on the USS Springfield as a PC3...
Shirley Stanley
Aug 12, 2023
Shirley Stanley, a beloved Math Professor and founding faculty member of Schenectady Community College, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2023, in Au Sable Forks. She was a determined individual with a strong faith in God, whose impact extended beyond the walls of the classrooms she taught in. Shirley's life was one filled with accomplishments, compassion, and a deep love...
Gary Frenia
Aug 11, 2023
Gary E. Frenia, 75, of Guide Board Road, passed away at CVPH Medical Center on Friday, August 11th, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born in Peasleeville on July 7th, 1948 to Edmond & Martha Frenia.
Gary attended Peru Central School and graduated in 1966. He proudly served his country in the Marine Corps. He married the...
Michael Ryan
Jul 30, 2023
Michael (Mikey) Howard Ryan, 53, of Keeseville passed away on July 30, 2023 at Champlain Valley Physician's Hospital in Plattsburgh.
Michael was born on October 31, 1969 at CVPH to Howard John Ryan. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved spending time with his children and his prize mustang. He also loved watching cooking shows...
Katherine Hall
Jul 25, 2023
Katherine A. Hall went to the loving arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ under the care of AMC in Saranac Lake, New York at 9:45 a.m. on the 25th of July.
She was the loving mother of three, grandmother of 7, and great-grandmother of 15.
She leaves behind three children: Nancy Gusler of Pennsylvania, James E. Shofner of...
Joyce Pennock
Jul 25, 2023
Joyce Pennock, 92, passed away on July 25, 2023, in Malone, NY, surrounded by her loving family.
Joyce was born on May 1, 1931 in Constable, NY, to George Paquin and Delima Perras.
She graduated from Au Sable Forks High School and later married Wilmer Pennock. She started her career as a cook and went on to work for Whiteface...
Gary Burdo
Jul 15, 2023
Gary H. Burdo passed away at CVPH in Plattsburgh, NY on July 15, 2023.
Gary was born on November 30, 1952 in Plattsburgh, the son of Homer and Mildred (Lucia) Burdo. He worked at Coldspring Granite in Au Sable Forks for 37 years. Gary was proud of the many years that he was a volunteer fire fighter at the...