Petersburgh – Jean Ann LeMere O’Dell passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at the age of 89 while staying at The Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Hoosick Falls, New York. She was born at her family’s farmhouse in Hill Hollow in Petersburgh, New York on January 10, 1935 to Lydia and Oscar LeMere. Jean loved growing up on her family farm and frequently shared loving memories of her childhood, especially the wonderful adventures with her brother, Roger. [Read more…] about Jean Ann LeMere O’Dell – Obituary
Obituaries
Roberta Webb – Obituary
Roberta Webb, 95, of Hoosick Falls NY, passed away peacefully at her home on November 23, 2024.
After growing up in Mt Kisco, NY, Roberta graduated from Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY. She met her husband there, James Webb from North Carolina, who then served in the Korean war.
While making a family life in Rockland County, NY, Roberta became a pioneering woman in the textile design industry. Commuting to New York City, carrying a large portfolio of J-Webb designs, brokering assignments and projects, including a special permission blanket of Disney characters. [Read more…] about Roberta Webb – Obituary
Edward E. Mullet – Obituary
Stephentown — Edward E. “Ed” Mullet, Jr., 90, of Stephentown, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on November 29, 2024. Born on July 1, 1934, Edward lived a full and remarkable life. He will be remembered for his kind heart, many talents, and dedication to his family.
Ed is survived by his caring and devoted daughters, Nancy Mullet (Bob Marigliano) and Jennifer Mullet (Kevin Holsapple). Ed is also survived by his siblings, Alethia Urquhart and James Mullet. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of sixty-four years, Donna E. Mullet; son, Russell Mullet; his parents, Edward E. Mullet, Sr. and Marion Mullet; and his sister, Phyllis Bergstrom. He was Papa to Justin Hoffman, Amy Mullet, and Raeanne Mullet. He was Great Papa to Liam Hoffman, Anna Hoffman, and Nolan Cascone. [Read more…] about Edward E. Mullet – Obituary
Edward W. Bedford – Obituary
Aug 7, 1958 – Nov 27, 2024
Petersburgh – Edward William Bedford, 66, of Petersburgh, NY, formerly of Staten Island, NY passed away at Albany Medical Center Hospital, on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. Formerly of Staten Island, Edward was the son of Alfred H. Bedford and AnnaMae A. Robinson Bedford. Ed was born in Staten Island, NY and had also lived in Brunswick and most recently in Petersburgh.
A 1977 graduate of Berlin High School in Cherry Plain NY, Edward worked for many companies providing services in construction, roofing, carpentry and maintenance. His last employer was Latham Village, Inc. He was a member of Barbecue Recreation bowling and horseshoe leagues. Ed was humorous, kind, hardworking and helpful. He particularly loved family barbecues and gatherings. Ed was an avid NY Giants and Nascar Fan; his favorite driver was Dale Earnhardt. [Read more…] about Edward W. Bedford – Obituary
Bruce A. Hewitt – Obituary
BERLIN, NY – Bruce A. Hewitt, a life-long resident of Berlin, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 22, 2024 at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. He was 83 years of age.
Bruce was born in Troy, NY to Erskine and Gladys (Jones) Hewitt. His formative years were spent in Berlin where he received his education. Bruce was a graduate of Berlin High School, Hartwick College in Oneonta, NY where he majored in business and Albany State Teacher’s College where he earned his degree in teacher education. Soon after graduation Bruce garnered employment, as a teacher, with the Hudson City School District where, for 36 years, he taught business classes. Bruce also served as Class Advisor for several senior classes. Bruce worked with the NYS Regents Department checking Regents Exams as well as formulating questions for the NYS Business Regents Exams. [Read more…] about Bruce A. Hewitt – Obituary
Joseph S. Trembley – Obituary
Joseph Stanley Trembley passed away on November 21, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born on January 13, 1945 to Grant Wright Trembley and Mary Jane (Boyd) Trembley in Arlington, KS, and held lifelong bonds with his siblings, Sarah Trembley Evans and Steve Trembley. He will be dearly missed by his wife of 51 years, Jean Marie (Hewson) Trembley, his four children Peter Trembley (Nicole), Amy Trembley-Prevost (Aaron Prevost), Matthew Trembley (Robin Trembley), Andrew Trembley (Alyssa Stryker), and seven adored grandchildren. [Read more…] about Joseph S. Trembley – Obituary
Thomas N. Trask – Obituary
Troy — Thomas N. Trask, 58, passed away on November 14, 2024 at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, NY. Born on March 7, 1966 in Oneonta, NY he grew up in Petersburgh, NY where he spent his childhood and most of his adult life.
Tom had a great sense of humor. He was a math wizard and could recite account numbers, phone numbers and dates of events from memory. He enjoyed doing Sudoku and would complete advanced level puzzles in record time. He was a lifelong Green Bay Packers fan and loved donning his cheesehead gear on game days. However, his greatest pleasure was spent with family. Whether it was a casual gathering, a family reunion or a holiday celebration, Tom most enjoyed the time spent in the company of his loved ones. [Read more…] about Thomas N. Trask – Obituary
William H. Gilbert – Obituary
Berlin — William “Bill” H. Gilbert, Jr. 81, of Cherry Plain passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 11, 2024 surrounded by his children at Albany Medical Center. He was a beloved father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He is predeceased by his parents, William H Gilbert, Sr. and Mary (Clancy) Gilbert, his partner Patricia Arrighi, his Brother Donald Gilbert and his bestest boy Jake.
He was born at Leonard Hospital in Troy, NY to William H Gilbert, Sr. and Mary Clancy on January 3, 1943. He grew up in Dutchess, Columbia and Rensselaer counties going to school at the Stillman Village schoolhouse in Petersburg and later in the village of Amenia. [Read more…] about William H. Gilbert – Obituary
Dawn M. Meyers – Obituary
Dawn M. Meyers, 83, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away surrounded by her family on Monday, October 21, 2024, at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC). She resided with her husband of 63 years, Gustave (Gus) E. Meyers III, on Kelyer Avenue at Babcock Lake (Grafton, NY).
Dawn was born on January 23,1941, in Bridgeport, CT, the daughter of James W. and Catherine (Youd) Livingstone. She was the oldest of five children. Dawn married the love of her life, Gustave (known to her as Buddy), on September 2,1961. Gus and Dawn had three children and resided in Stratford, CT, for 34 years prior to making Grafton their permanent home. While in Stratford, Dawn was a nurse, working at both Bridgeport Hospital and 3030 Park Nursing Home in Bridgeport, CT. Dawn loved caring for her family and home. She was an avid reader, cook, gardener, and news aficionado, and spent her life helping others, particularly her family. [Read more…] about Dawn M. Meyers – Obituary
Francis E. LeBarron – Obituary
Hoosick Falls — Francis E. LeBarron, 75, passed away on Friday, October 25th at his residence on Bovie Hill Road. He resided there with his loving wife Antoinette (Toni Baker) LeBarron.
Francis was born on July 2, 1949, in Troy, NY, son of William and Bertha (Boesse) LeBarron. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving from 1968–1971. Francis was employed at Johnson Control in Bennington, VT and at Elhannon Landscaping in Hoosick, NY. He enjoyed coin collecting, gardening, horseshoes, bowling, fishing and getting together with friends and family for weekly dominoes games. [Read more…] about Francis E. LeBarron – Obituary