Obituary Listings
Kathleen A. Coffin
Mar 14, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
ILION – Kathleen A. “Kathy” Coffin, age 84, a longtime resident of Ilion, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Valley Health Services after a long illness.
Born in Ilion on December 4, 1941, Kathy was the eldest child of the late John and Pauline (Burger) Mackin. She was raised and educated in Ilion, attended Annunciation Catholic School,...
Todd R. Smithson
Mar 29, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
ILION - Todd Smithson, 62, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 29th, 2026, at his home in Ilion, New York.
Todd was born in Ilion on June 19th, 1963, the son of Robert and Mary Jane Smithson. A lifelong resident, he graduated from Ilion High School, a proud member of the Class of 1981. Todd began work with the...
Robin A. Mangini
Mar 24, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
CASSVILLE - Robin Anthony Mangini, at the age of 75 years old, passed away peacefully on March 24th, 2026, surrounded by his family and close friends.
Robin was born in Johnson City, New York, on May 15th, 1950, to parents Gwendeline Mary (Brown) Mangini and Anthony Martin Mangini. He resided in Endwell outside of Binghamton, NY, where he attended...
Alexander J. Stanley
Mar 23, 2026
Alexander J. Stanley, age 31, passed away from complications of pneumonia, on March 23, 2026, at Wynn Hospital in Utica, with his loving family by his side.
Alex was born on February 13, 1995, in Little Falls, New York. He is the son of Arthur J. Stanley and Pennie G. Harris. Alex attended Ilion High School and obtained his GED to...
Elaine N. Williams
Mar 23, 2026
Elaine N. Williams, (Welch), passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, at Valley Health Services. She was 79 years old. Born on April 10, 1946, in New Hartford, Elaine’s life was marked by her loving spirit and devotion to family and friends.
Elaine was one of five children born to the late James Welch and Barbara (Lawton) Welch. She attended Frankfort...
Pamela A. Klayer
Mar 22, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
Mrs. Pamela A. Klayer, age 65 of Herkimer, NY, passed away unexpectedly from natural causes on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Pamela was born in Herkimer on November 11, 1960, to the late Gloria Perry. She attended the Ilion School District and later graduated from Herkimer High School in 1979. On September 8, 1979, she married her beloved husband Walter...
Marie "Therese" Martin
Mar 18, 2026
Mrs. Marie “Therese” Martin, age 93, formerly of Barringer Road, Ilion, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Georgetown, TX.
Therese was born July 18, 1932 in Edmundston, New- Brunswick, Canada, the daughter of the late Philippe and Clauda (Albert) Martin.
On January 29, 1955, Therese married Roger Martin in Edmundston, New-Brunswick, Canada. They spent over 60 years together raising their family.
Therese...
Stephen Francis Willig
Mar 16, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
STRATFORD - We are very sorry to share that Stephen Francis Willig passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, New York, surrounded by the love and support of his Lexington family.
Stephen was born on June 9th, 1963. He became part of the Lexington family in September of 2017 when he moved...
James A. LaCelle
Mar 16, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
ILION – Our family would like to share this obituary for James A. LaCelle, age 81, of Ilion, New York, who passed away unexpectedly on March 16th, 2026, at his home of natural causes.
He was born on July 21st, 1944, in Ilion, a son of the late Raymond and Pauline (Ingoldsby) LaCelle and attend local schools. He married...
Wilder Allen Cantwell
Mar 15, 2026
Wilder Allen Cantwell
Wilder was, to his parents and brother, a joyful gift that is too hard to put into words. It is with heavy hearts that we announce his passing at 5 months old on March 15, 2026. Wilder is now held in the arms of Jesus Christ.
Wilder was born on October 13, 2025, to parents Emma C. (Smith) and...
Carol A. Widanka
Mar 15, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
LITTLE FALLS - Carol A. Widanka, 76, peacefully passed away at home on March 15th, 2026, in Little Falls, New York.
Born in Little Falls, she was the beloved daughter of the late Bogus and Ada (Zawtocki) Widanka, and was predeceased by her sister, Barbara Bonanni.
Carol was a woman who valued her privacy, simplicity, and a quiet life. A person...
Maynard E. Blask
Mar 15, 2026
In Loving Memory of Maynard E. Blask
July 23, 1929 – March 15, 2026
LITTLE FALLS - Maynard Blask, a beloved resident of Little Falls, New York, passed away peacefully in the evening of March 15th at the age of 96. On his final day he was surrounded by his family. He was the son of Paul and Mary (Miller) from Middleville,...
Joseph Henry Wallace, III
Mar 13, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
FRANKFORT - Joseph Henry Wallace, III, fondly known as "Joe," peacefully passed away on the evening of March 13th, 2026, at his home in Frankfort, New York, at the age of 56. Surrounded by the love and support of his cherished family, Joe bravely faced his battle with cancer until the very end.
Born on February 13th, 1970, in...
Walter Harwick
Mar 12, 2026
Mr. Walter Harwick, age 78, of Mohawk, NY passed away peacefully in his home, on March 12, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Walt was born in Little Falls on August 9th, 1947, to Vera and Walter Harwick. He graduated from Mohawk High School in 1966 before serving in the United States Army, 3rd Armored Division 2/27 in Friedberg, Germany from 1967...
Denise M. Cook
Mar 8, 2026
IN LOVING MEMORY
FORT PLAIN - Denise M. Cook, 70, of Fort Plain, New York, passed away Sunday, March 8th, 2026, at Cooperstown Center, town of Otsego, New York.
Denise was born on November 15th, 1955, in Little Falls, New York to Regina and Raymond Hudson, Jr. She graduated from Fort Plain High School in 1973 and lived the majority of her...
Michael A. Knopka
Mar 7, 2026
Michael A. Knopka, age 73, of Cedarville passed away peacefully on his birthday with his loving family by his side.
He was born to Stella and Francis Knopka in Barneveld. Mike was a 1971 graduate of Holland Patent High School. He married JoAnn Lorow on March 30, 1974 in Hornell, NY.
Mike had a love for the outdoors, fishing, and especially hunting....
Donald G. Stannard
Mar 5, 2026
Mr. Donald George Stannard, age 91, a respected member of the Ilion community, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, March 5, 2026, at Little Falls Hospital. Throughout his final days, he was surrounded by the support and devotion of his loved ones at his side.
Born in Bainbridge, NY on June 26, 1934, Donald was the son of the late Clifton...
Violet M. Pearl
Mar 5, 2026
In Loving Memory
ST. JOHNSVILLE - Violet Mae Pearl, born September 29th, 1938, entered her eternal rest, falling asleep in death, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and unforgettable warmth. She was an extraordinary woman who devoted her life to her family and to her spiritual home, the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Dolgeville, New York. Her faith guided...
Anthony F. Speranza
Mar 3, 2026
Mr. Anthony F. Speranza, age 76, of Ilion, New York, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Colonial Park Rehabilitation Center.
Anthony, more commonly known as Tony, was born in Yonkers, New York, on December 28, 1949, to the late Anthony A. Speranza and Catherine L. Speranza (DeDomenico). He graduated from Harrison High School and...
Niceta Mueller
Mar 1, 2026
In Loving Memory
DOLGEVILLE - Niceta Mueller, age 73, entered eternal rest on March 1st, 2026, in the comfort of her home with her husband and best friend Bill by her side.
Niceta was born on June 29th, 1952, in Little Falls, NY to John Miller and Bernice Lynch Miller.
Niceta graduated from Little Falls High School Class of 1970. She continued her...
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