Janet E. Gydesen
Sep 15, 2026
LYONS FALLS- Janet E. Gydesen, 90, a longtime resident of Lyons Falls, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at her home with her family by her side under the care of Lewis County Hospice.
She was born on May 14, 1936, in Constableville, New York, a daughter of the late Carlton and Margaret Chisholm Blankman. Janet grew up in...
Ann M. Glouse
Sep 8, 2026
BOONVILLE- Ann M. Glouse, age 71, affectionately known as ‘Granny’, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in the presence of her family in the comfort care room at Lewis County General Hospital from a long-term illness. She fought her disease the same way she lived life, fiercely.
Ann was born at Lewis County General Hospital, a daughter of Stanley...
Roger G. Wendell
Sep 3, 2026
REMSEN- Roger G. Wendell, 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, September 3, 2026, in the comfort of his home.
He was born on March 27, 1943, in Utica, one of seven children born to the late William Sr. and Gladys Borden Wendell. Roger grew up in New Hartford, where he attended New Hartford High School and formed the work ethic...
John P. "Jack" Kronewitter
Aug 30, 2026
BOONVILLE- John P. “Jack” Kronewitter, 76, passed away on Sunday evening, August 30, 2026, in the comfort of his home.
Jack was born on October 26, 1949, in Toms River, New Jersey, the son of the late John Arthur and Carol Emmons Bishop. He grew up in Richfield, Connecticut, where he graduated from the local high school. Afterward, he headed west...
Larry L. Backer
Aug 25, 2026
AVA- Larry L. Backer, 75, long-time resident of State Route 26, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at his home.
He was born on June 24, 1951 in Rome, a son of the late Willard and Marjorie Hurlbut Backer. Larry grew up in Ava and graduated from Boonville High School. Following graduation, he attended State University of New York...
Stephen Douglas Wagner
Aug 22, 2026
FORESTPORT- Stephen Douglas Wagner died on August 22, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family.
He was born in Utica on April 2, 1968, a son of Douglas Wagner and Sally Petteys. Stephen grew up in Remsen on John Street with all his friends and attended Remsen Central School before going to work. He married the love of his life,...
Douglas P. Mondrick
Aug 15, 2026
In Loving Memory of Douglas Paul “Moondog” “Rooster” Mondrick
Douglas Paul “Moondog” “Rooster” Mondrick, 63, of Ava, New York, passed away at home on August 15, 2026. Born January 18, 1963, Doug lived his life in his own way—a true free spirit who was loved by many and never seemed to run out of stories.
To those who knew him, Doug was...
Douglas J. Nellenback
Aug 15, 2026
WEST LEYDEN- Douglas J. Nellenback, 65, lifelong resident of Rhimiller Road, passed away peacefully at his home following a brief illness on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
He was born on January 30, 1961, at Sunset Nursing and Maternity Home in Constableville, a son of Anthony and Stella Cihocki Nellenback. Doug grew up in the West Leyden area and graduated from Adirondack...
Alice Jane Pitcher
Aug 9, 2026
Boonville - Alice Jane Pitcher, 94, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2026 at the Eastern Star Home in Oriskany, New York.
She was born November 1, 1931 in Ava, New York, the oldest child of Alex and Stefe (Sarnacki) Daskiewich. She grew up on the family’s farm on Miller Road in the Town of Boonville and attended a one room school...
David F. Reese
Jul 29, 2026
TALCOTTVILLE- David F. Reese, 80, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at his home under the care of his devoted wife, special niece, and Lewis County Hospice.
He was born in Lowville on July 28, 1946, a son of the late William and Ellen Sutton Reese. Dave grew up in the Constableville and Boonville areas and attended Boonville High...