Obituary Listings
James "Jimmy" Crossway
Jun 2, 2026
ILION – James “Jimmy” Crossway, age 61, of Mohawk and Ilion, passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Little Falls Hospital, with his family by his side.
He was born on March 9, 1965, in Ilion, the son of Robert S. and Angela (Terzo) Crossway. He graduated from Ilion Central High School and attended Mohawk Valley Community College.
Jimmy was...
Jon D. Loiacano
Jun 2, 2026
Jon David Loiacano, age 82, of Deerfield, formerly of Frankfort, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, at the Abraham House in Rome, where he was surrounded by the love and devotion of his family.
Jon was born on November 23, 1943, the son of the late George and Martha (Clayton) Loiacano. He graduated from Frankfort High School and received his...
John J. Zaleski
May 30, 2026
John J. Zaleski, age 27, of Little Falls, formerly Herkimer went to be with his Lord on May 30, 2026. John was born on September 10, 1998, in Little Falls, NY.
John was raised in Herkimer. After graduating Herkimer High School, John received his BA at Utica College. While in school at Herkimer, John was an avid athlete owning one of...
William Edward Boudry
May 27, 2026
William Edward Boudry, age 65 of Utica (formerly Ilion), passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on May 27, 2026.
William was born October 5, 1960, the son of the late Norman R. Boudry and Patricia A. (Sponburgh) Couchman. He attended Ilion High School, playing Basketball and Tennis, graduating in 1978. William also graduated Mohawk Valley Community College...
Gerald L. Gruby
May 26, 2026
LITTLE FALLS – Gerald L. Gruby, age 67, a lifelong Mohawk Valley resident, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown.
Born on November 30, 1958, Gerald was the son of the late Harvey C. Gruby, Sr. and Vera F. (Smith) Gruby. He was raised and educated locally, graduating from Holland Patent High School. He then...
Michael P. Aceto, Sr.
May 24, 2026
Mr. Michael P. Aceto Sr, age 94 of Herkimer, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026.
Born on September 30, 1931, in Utica, New York, Mike was the son of the late Peter Sr and Susie (Lavalla) Aceto. Raised and educated locally, he attended Thomas R. Proctor High School. On August 11, 1962 he married the love of his life, the...
Penny J. Reel
May 21, 2026
Penny Reel, age 67, passed away peacefully at home on May 21, 2026, after a brief illness, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on November 26, 1958, Penny was the beloved daughter of Beverly (Nichols) and John B. Noonan. She will be remembered for her strength, kindness, and the love she shared so freely with those around her. Penny...
Janet G. Walczak
May 18, 2026
Janet (Gegler) Walczak, 84, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026. Born on January 5, 1942, in Little Falls, New York, she was the beloved daughter of Forbes “Forbie” and Bernice “Bess” Gegler, longtime residents of Herkimer, NY, both of whom predeceased her.
A proud graduate of Herkimer High School, Janet began her working life at Marine Midland Bank in Herkimer...
Constance M. Reel
May 16, 2026
Ms. Contance M. Reel, age 79, of Herkimer, passed away on Wednesday May 13, 2026, at Wynn Hospital in Utica.
Constance was born in Ilion, NY on October 13, 1946, to the late Edward W. Jr. and Lorraine Treen. Constance spent many years working for the Allegro Shoe Factory in Little Falls. She absolutely adored Elvis and collected various memorabilia throughout...
Lynne Ann Marhaver
May 13, 2026
Lynne Ann (Yardley) Marhaver, age 62 of Ilion, NY passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on May 13th, 2026.
Lynne was born December 7th, 1963, the daughter of Roland and Ann Margaret "Peg" (O’Connor) Yardley and the youngest of six siblings, Lynne graduated from Ilion High School with the class of 1982. She worked as a direct support professional...
Aaron G. Mitchell
May 11, 2026
Aaron G. Mitchell, age 26 of Stark, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Monday May 11th, 2026.
Aaron was born on May 24, 1999, in Cooperstown, NY. He is the son of Duane Mitchell and Katherine Yaworski. Aaron graduated from Owen D. Young class of 2017. He enjoyed working on trucks and worked as a mechanic for his family's business. Aaron also...
Donald Leonard Lamphear
May 9, 2026
Donald Leonard Lamphear, Ilion, NY, passed away at home on Saturday, May 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born October 19, 1948 in Rome, New York, he was the son of Blair D. Lamphear and Eleanor Kent Lamphear and a 1966 graduate of Rome Free Academy. Don enlisted in the United States Marine Corps at the age...
Carmella P. Moschetto Camardello
May 7, 2026
Carmella P. Moschetto Camardello, age 60, passed away on May 7, 2026, at Wynn Hospital. Born on September 28, 1965, in Herkimer, NY, she was the daughter of the late Patsy Moschetto and Rose Mary DiMatteo.
Carmella was a graduate of Herkimer High School. She then furthered her education at Herkimer Community College, graduating with a degree in travel and tourism.
Carmella...
Marion B. Miller
May 6, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
UTICA - Marion B. Miller, originally of Utica, New York, passed away peacefully on May 6th, 2026, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
Marion was a devoted wife, mother, stepmother, and friend whose kindness, warmth, and quiet strength touched the lives of those around her. Born in Utica on July 28th, 1966, she was lovingly raised by...
Albert J. Waufle, Jr.
May 3, 2026
Mr. Albert J. Waufle, Jr. age 76 of Little Falls, NY, passed away on May 3rd, 2026, after a brief illness.
Albert was born on July 5, 1949, in Little Falls, New York, the son of late, Albert J. and Pauline M. (Goutremont) Waufle. He grew up in Little Falls, graduating from Little Falls High School, Class of 1969. Albert then...
Michael J. Scalise
Apr 29, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
HERKIMER – Mr. Michael J. Scalise, age 75, of Herkimer, New York, passed away on Wednesday, April 29th, 2026, at Wynn Hospital after a series of illnesses.
Born in Herkimer on February 4th, 1951, Michael was the child of the late Joseph and Carrie (Caruso) Scalise. He was raised and educated in Herkimer & Frankfort, attended Frankfort High School,...
Jody C. (Richards) Messman
Apr 28, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life so brightly lived, we celebrate the passing of Jody Christina Richards (formerly Balash) Messman, age 49, a lifelong resident of Ilion, who passed away peacefully at home, in the arms of her loving husband, Terry, on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
Born on December...
Alfred Morrone, Jr.
Apr 22, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
ST. JOHNSVILLE – Mr. Alfred Morrone, Jr., age 91, of the Town of Oppenheim, St. Johnsville New York, passed away peacefully on Wednesday April 22nd, 2026, at Mt. Valley Hospice, Gloversville, NY surrounded by his family.
He was born April 13th, 1935, in Waterbury, Connecticut, the son of the late Alfred and Charlotte (Croteau) Morrone, Sr. He attended Leavenworth...
Jack Rose Cacciatore Decker
Apr 20, 2026
It is with immeasurable love and heartbreak that we announce the arrival of our beautiful, beloved son, Jack, who was born sleeping in the early morning of April 20th, 2026.
Jack was dreamed of, longed for, and loved for many years prior to his time. We dreamed of a life filled with firsts - first smiles, first giggles, first words, first...
William D. Loomis
Apr 20, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
MOHAWK - William “Loomy” D. Loomis, 69, passed away on April 20th, 2026, at Valley Health Services, with his wife and two daughters by his side. He fought his battle with cancer courageously until the very end.
Born on August 9th, 1956, Bill grew up and lived in Mohawk, New York. Alongside his siblings, he helped build the family...
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