Joann Wilson

Nov 29, 2021

Joann Wilson, 74, passed away at home on November 29, 2021, in Jay, NY.

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

Arrangements were entrusted to Zaumetzer Funeral Home, Au Sable Forks.

Robert Ward

Nov 26, 2021

Robert "Bobby" Ward passed away unexpectedly on November 26, 2021.

Bobby was born on June 30, 1953 to Ralph and Florence (Meigs) Ward. Bobby was a logger for more than half his life; and worked for Bill Ward, and most recently Mike Ward, as a loader operator.

He was predeceased by his Mother and Father, as well...

George Goyette

Nov 12, 2021

George was a one of a kind party animal. He had a great sense of humor and lived life on the edge. He was a charmer, that's for sure! He was a genuine, carefree, flirtatious, hard-working and tender-hearted man. George had a smile that was not only contagious and goofy, but he had a smile that cured people's bad days.

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Dorothy Malkin

Oct 24, 2021

Dorothy (Egan) Malkin, 93, of Wilmington, N.Y. passed away gracefully at home on October 24, 2021. Dot was born on November 14, 1927 in New York City to John and Mary Egan. She attended Cathedral High School graduating in 1944. She then attended Good Counsel College and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Biology in 1948.

Dorothy married Harold...

Ronald Marbut, Sr.

Oct 9, 2021

Ronald "Ron" Marbut Sr, 69, died peacefully at his home in Stanhope NJ.

Ron was born September 28, 1952 to Ralph and Priscilla. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, fishing and playing his guitar while spending time with family. Ron enlisted into the United States Army in 1970 to 1972 and remained in active reserves from 1972-1976.

He worked at...

Donald Estes

Sep 28, 2021

Donald Estes passed away September 28, 2021 at the age of 70. He was born to the late Francis Estes, Sr. and Matilda Labounty Estes.

Don served in the U.S. Army from 1971 to 1974; and he was an avid hunter and fisherman. He served faithfully with the Au Sable Forks Fire Department for over 30 years, but most...

Rita Cuozzo

Sep 27, 2021

Rita A. Cuozzo, 85, passed away quietly listening to her favorite songs while her daughter Teresa and son-in-law Gene held her hands on September 27, 2021, in Lake Placid, New York.

Rita was born on May 17, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY, to John Rigney and Mary Hoyt.

Rita has two daughters Eileen Sampson and Teresa Bragoli; six grandchildren: Billy,...

Glenn Martin

Sep 19, 2021

Glenn E. (Butch) Martin passed away September 19, 2021 with family by his side. Glenn was born on January 19, 1945 to Glenn and Eunice Martin.

He attended Keene Valley Central School and graduated in 1965. Butch enjoyed playing sports and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved being outdoors, and loved playing golf.

Before 1980,...

Patricia Lobdell

Sep 15, 2021

Patricia A Lobdell, 96, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at CVPH Medical Center, on Wednesday, September 15, 2021. She was born in Saranac, NY on June 21st, 1925, the daughter of Harvey and Mabel (Napper) Lobdell. Patricia grew up in Saranac, NY. Patricia worked at many jobs in her lifetime. But, her life's work was saving...

Esther Chapman

Sep 14, 2021

A full Obituary to honor Mrs. Chapman will be posted in the future.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Delia Sheldrake

Sep 10, 2021

Delia Elizabeth Sheldrake of Au Sable Forks, NY died Friday morning, September 10, 2021 at Meadowbrook Healthcare in Plattsburgh, NY.

She was born in Jay, NY, October 23, 1930, the daughter of Jerry and Marie (Hathaway) Murcray.

Delia married Albert Sheldrake on December 24, 1952 and Albert predeceased her January 16, 2009.

Her employment began at the...

Yvonne Farmer

Aug 29, 2021

Yvonne C. Farmer of Upper Jay, New York passed on August 29, 2021.

She is survived by her children: Ann Macdonald of Hyannis, Massachusetts, Paul Farmer and his wife Nenita of Anchorage, Alaska, Ken Farmer and his wife Cyndi of Point MacKenzie, Alaska, Christopher Farmer and his wife Gail of Flourtown, Pennsylvania; nine grandchildren: William and Jillian Macdonald of...

Helen Smith

Aug 27, 2021

Helen Margaret (Lozier) Smith of Au Sable Forks and recently of Port Charlotte, Florida, passed away peacefully after a short illness.

Helen was born on March 9, 1935 in Peasleeville, NY to the late Albert and Margaret (Besaw) Lozier.

She married Lloyd Smith in 1953 and resided in Au Sable Forks for many years. They were married for...

Barbara Benway

Aug 22, 2021

Barbara Elizabeth Benway, 81, passed away at home in Jay on Sunday, August 22, 2021.

Barbara was born in Lake Placid, New York on December 22, 1939 to Ted and Caroline (Strock) Cave. She grew up in Lake Placid and graduated from Lake Placid High School in 1958. As a young girl, Barbara skated in Lake Placid Ice Shows...

Norma Joy

Aug 17, 2021

Norma Mae (Colby) Joy, 69, past peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Plattsburgh, NY on September 28, 1951, the daughter of Richard and Dora (Hart) Colby.

Norma will be remembered for her immense love for her family and home. She is survived by her husband and the love of...

Mary Preston

Aug 5, 2021

Evelyn Lighthall

Jul 21, 2021

Evelyn Lighthall, 95, passed away on 07/21/2021, in Winter Haven, Florida.

Evelyn Lighthall was born on March 22, 1926 in Jay, NY, to Emmett Burrell and Marjorie Douglas Burrell. She graduated from Au Sable Forks High School.

Evelyn married W. Breese Lighthall on 10/02/1965 in Au Sable Forks, NY.

Evelyn was a loving presence in...

William "Bill" Maicus

Jul 21, 2021

William Maicus, age 93, passed away on July 19, 2021, in Milton, New Hampshire at the home of his niece, Rhonda Fish. William was preceded in death by his father, Anthony Maicus, and mother, Jennie Bell Maicus (Towner). He is survived by his brother, Sidney Maicus, of Au Sable Forks, New York, and countless nieces and nephews from the large...

James Wisher

Jul 7, 2021

James "Jim" M Wisher of Jay, NY passed away peacefully at his home on July 6, 2021. Jim was born in Troy, NY on August 1, 1955 to the late Harold and Dolores Wisher. On July 24, 2004, he married Koleen Otis.

Jim graduated from Au Sable Valley Central School in 1974. He worked at Au Sable Valley...

Koleen Otis-Wisher

Jul 7, 2021

Koleen K. Otis-Wisher was born in Plattsburgh, NY on January 30, 1974. Koleen grew up in Tucson, AZ. Koleen is survived by her parents, Marvin and Priscilla Otis; sisters, Lisa (Ed) Zielinski and Laura (Steve) Haws; children, Keegan and Kaleb Wisher; grandson, Beau Thomas Smith; niece, Emmie Zielinski; and nephews, Elliot Zielinski and Tyler Haws.

Koleen attended West Point...