Obituaries

Apr 21, 2023

Joseph “Joe” J. James, 73, of Granby passed away unexpectedly at home April 21, 2023.

He retired from a 30 year career with ITT Goulds Pumps of Seneca Falls, formerly Morris Pumps.

Joe was a social member of the Fulton Polish Home and Fulton VFW POST...

Apr 20, 2023

Georgi Jean Stauring, age 56, of Volney, NY passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 20, 2023. Georgi Jean was a graduate of BOCES. She competed in the Special Olympics in running. She lived the life of leisure as she was her mother’s companion. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Marion Stauring; and all her aunts and...

Apr 18, 2023

Chuck "Papa Squatch" Gage was born on June 15, 1967, to Charles and Mary Lou Gage of Hannibal. Chuck was a lifelong carpenter, but those who knew him would call him a chuck of all trades. When he wasn’t working, Chuck could be found outdoors. He had a voracious love for camping, bridge jumping, and getting uncomfortably close...

Apr 5, 2023

Marion Stauring, age 97 of Volney, NY passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. She was born in Postolivka, Poland, now part of western Ukraine. At the age of four years old, she traveled with her family to Elk Point, Alberta, Canada. She met her beloved husband of 63 years, George R. Stauring at a park...

Apr 4, 2023

Barbara “Barb” J. Dulin age 74 of Hannibal, NY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Morningstar Residential Care Center. Barb went to join her sister who passed away only hours before her on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, in Rison, Arkansas. Barb was also predeceased by her father, Robert Aubertine; mother, Elizabeth Godfrey; and nieces, Katie Aubertine...

Apr 4, 2023

Gloria J. Pitcher, of Fulton, passed away unexpectedly on April 4, 2023 at her home in Volney. Born in Syracuse, she was a lifelong resident in Volney and a dedicated homemaker with her husband, children and grandchildren. Gloria was a former Assistant Dog Warden in Volney and responsibly found fur-ever homes for countless dogs. She was an avid cook,...

Apr 3, 2023

Edward J. Percy, 86, of Fulton, NY, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023 at home surrounded by his family.  Born in Philadelphia, NY, a son to the late Elmer and Lena (Prittie) Percy.  Ed was a general contractor for Ed’s Construction.  He was an avid golfer, hunter, fisherman, and poker player. He loved and followed sports of all...

Apr 2, 2023

Carmen Heppell Baron, of Fulton, passed away peacefully on Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Morningstar Residential Care Center, Oswego, NY.  A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Carmen was a generous, compassionate, and strong willed woman.  She was born in Derby, VT on December 22, 1924, to the late John and Yvonne Heppell.  Carmen grew up in...

Apr 2, 2023

We are saddened by the passing of our father, Thomas James Heaphy of Palermo, NY. He died at the age of 86, on Sunday, April 2, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born in Syracuse, he was a son to the late Thomas and Leona (Delaney) Heaphy. After high school, Tom served in the United States Marine Corp. during the...

Mar 29, 2023

Timothy Boardway, 60, of Fulton, NY, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Hospital after battling a long illness. Born in Oswego, a son to the Laurence Boardway and Nora (Kimball) Cook. Tim was a 1981 graduate of Oswego High School. Over the years, Tim held positions as a mechanic and in healthcare. He was an...

Mar 26, 2023

Rita M. Pierce, age 69 of Fulton, NY passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023. She was predeceased by her husband, Paul Pierce; and her parents, Edward and Mary Lamb.

Rita is survived by her brother, Edward Lamb II; daughter, Debbie Pierce; friend, Michael Murphy; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Rita was an animal lover; she...

Mar 25, 2023

Roger L. Wise, age 80 of Volney, NY passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 25, 2023. He was predeceased by his parents, Benjamin and Hazel Wise; brother, Benjamin Wise; and sister, Jean Longeski.

Roger is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Elizabeth J. Wise; children, Raymond Wise, Sheila (David) Carvey and Jeffery (Melissa) Wise; grandchildren,...

Mar 25, 2023

Michael A. “Nute” Carvey, 65, of Fulton, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at home. Mike enjoyed spending his time watching NASCAR and used to race at the Fulton Speedway. He also liked watching wrestling, going fishing, and hunting. Mike was predeceased by his parents, Frederick and Betty (Cocopoti) Carvey, sister, Sandra Carvey and his granddaughter,...

Mar 15, 2023

Terry Lynn Clark of Cicero, NY, formerly of Hannibal, NY, died suddenly and unexpectedly on her 64 th birthday, March 15, 2023. Terry was a good hearted, generous, extremely honest, very intelligent, and inquisitive person, who died too soon.

Terry’s family would like to give a huge Thank You to her neighbors, friends, and management at Cobblestone...

Mar 13, 2023

Maryann Theresa DeMasi was born on November 13, 1941, in Oswego, NY.  She was the first of two children and the only daughter of Mary Asunta (Palmieri) and Dominic Thomas DeMasi, both immigrants from Italy. Maryann graduated from Fulton High School and then attended SUNY Oswego, earning her Bachelors in Education.  She started teaching for the Auburn Enlarged School...

Mar 11, 2023

Edwin J. Munger, Jr., 77, of Fulton, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at home. Born in Syracuse, a son to the late Edwin Sr., and Winifred (Richardson) Munger. Edwin graduated from North Syracuse High School in 1963 and went on to work as mechanic for Syracuse Supply. He loved working on the CAT trucks and...

Mar 11, 2023

Zachary Tracy Wiltse, 36, of Hannibal, NY suddenly left us on March 11, 2023.

He is survived by his son, Zachary Wiltse, Jr.; mother, Sandra Wiltse; father, Mark Wiltse; siblings, Jeffrey Arnold, Chad Arnold, Brett Gregory and Kelly Wiltse; grandmother, Una Wiltse, as well as several aunts, nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be Friday,...

Mar 7, 2023

Clara Yarrow Cooper “Tottie”, 92 years young, died of natural causes on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, with family by her side. She loved golfing and socializing at her Fair Haven golf league, yoga with her longtime friends at the Red Creek Community Center, shopping, dining out, and spending time with family and friends. Tottie was predeceased by her husband,...

Mar 1, 2023

James R. Allen, 73, of Volney, NY, passed away peacefully on March 01, 2023 after a courageous and challenging encounter with stage 4 colon cancer. He was surrounded with love, laughs, music, origami cranes, and artwork.

A great friend, an exceptional companion, and the best Dad anyone could ever ask for - To say that he was...

Feb 25, 2023

Gregory W. Hartranft, 73, of Volney, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Crouse Hospital. Born in Fulton, he was a son to the late Kenneth and Margaret (Rennes) Hartranft. Greg worked as a line supervisor for National Grid, retiring after 38 years. He was a Volney Town board member for over 25 years; including positions...