Obituaries

Jan 18, 2024

Charles Michael Kazarian, 66, of Walton, passed away January 18, 2024 in the arms of his loving and devoted husband Steven Sehen at UHS Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City, NY

Born on April 24, 1957, in Manhattan, New York, Charles was the son of Charles Edward Kazarian and Mary Ellen (Molly) Farrell Kazarian.

Charlie is...

Jan 15, 2024

Jerome ("Jerry") Joseph Roach, Jr. (87), of Wellington, Florida, passed away on January 15, 2024.

Jerry was born to Jerome and Anita Roach, on March 28, 1936, in Walton, New York.

He was a talented athlete who loved playing sports, He led the Walton Warriors football team to an undefeated and unscored upon season in...

Jan 13, 2024

Richard A. Houck born March 9, 1958 to Floyd A. Houck and Beulah M. Houck of Walton passed away peacefully in his sleep at home January 13, 2024.

Richard AKA "Houcky" was a long-time resident of Walton moving briefly to Bainbridge, NY and then back to Walton in 1998. He was employed by Breakstones and later Kraft...

Jan 12, 2024

Wilma Carol Phoenix, 66, of Walton, passed away with her loving family by her side, Friday, January 12, 2024, at her home in Walton, NY.

Born on February 16, 1957, in Walton, New York, she was the daughter of the late Colonel William Phoenix and Agnes Mae (Tweedie) Phoenix.

Wilma enjoyed going shopping, spending time...

Jan 11, 2024

Linda M. Hoffman, 75, of Walton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, January 11th at Delaware Valley Hospital.

Linda was born on January 27th, 1948 in Cold Spring, NY to Armando and Emma Felicetti. The youngest of four siblings, John (Peggy) Rocher, Dorthy (Louie) Boniello, Armando (Jenine) Felicetti Jr. She graduated from Mahopac...

Jan 1, 2024

Thomas G. Ballard Sr. passed away Monday, January 1, 2024, at home surrounded by his love of over 20 years Elnora Rutherford, his bonus daughter Donna Banker, his daughter in-law Kim Ackerley, and his granddaughter Kayla Ballard.

Tom was Born February 22, 1945, in Margaretville. He graduated from Fleischmanns High School in 1963 and joined Uncle Sam's...

Dec 31, 2023

David H. Meeks age 78, with his family by his side, passed peacefully at home on Sunday, December 31, 2023. David was born in Kirksville, Missouri on May 28, 1945, to Kenneth Harold Meeks and Wava Mae (Grindstaff).

David is predeceased by his parents Kenneth and Wava and his brother Bobbie Dean Meeks. He is survived by...

Dec 30, 2023

Arnold J. Rey, lifelong Denville, NJ resident and veteran Police Sergeant.

Arnold passed peacefully on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at home in Walton, NY where they have lived for the last 20 years. He devoted 87 years of love and dedication to his family and friends. Please keep the Rey family in your prayers.

Arnold...

Dec 20, 2023

Joan Diane Neale, 69, of Walton, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side December 20th at Albany Medical Center, Albany.

Born on January 8, 1954, in Ransomville, New York, she was the daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Bevins) Kilmer.

She is survived by her husband Russell, two daughters Kellee (Kenneth)...

Dec 18, 2023

Gene Michael Kilmer passed from this Earth after a short but valiant battle with cancer. Gene was born on Valentine's Day in 1955, the son of Donald and Eleanor MacDonald Kilmer.

He spent his youth on End Valley Farm in Hamden. A 1973 Walton High School graduate, Gene enlisted in the US Navy in 1974. He qualified...

Dec 15, 2023

June Rose Phoenix passed away at the age of 77 on Friday, December 15, 2023, at Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton, NY.

She is survived by her husband John. A. Phoenix, her daughter Rhonda (John) Terry of Hamden, NY, her son John S. Phoenix of Walton, NY. Her brother, Douglas (Joanne) Furman of Walton, NY. Sister; Betty...

Dec 8, 2023

Floyd E. Weidman passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023. He was 86. Floyd was the son of the late Karl and Martha Knecht of Schoharie, New York.

Floyd grew up on a farm in Schoharie. He graduated from Middleburgh Central School. After graduation, Floyd proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He was employed...

Nov 29, 2023

Ezra Eduardo Torres, cherished son of Eddie and Ciara Torres passed from this life on the day of his birth on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at Wilson Medical Center Johnson City, NY.

Ezra is Survived by his loving family, father and mother Eddie Torres and Ciara Torres, His brothers Graham, Grayson, Westin, Wyatt, and Edison. Sisters, Mia,...

Nov 29, 2023

Stephen Earl Pierce, born on October 1, 1957 to Carrol and Marion (Dean) Pierce, passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on November 29, 2023.

Steve lived and worked on his family farm all of his life and was one of Walton's hardest working dairymen. Known to many of his friends as "Smokey", he was proud to...

Nov 27, 2023

William H. (Bill) Teehan, 90 passed away peacefully, yet unexpectedly at home on Monday, November 27, 2023.

Bill was born in Roscoe, NY on February 15, 1933, the son of the late Harry and Grace (Kelly) Teehan. He was one of 9 children. He was predeceased by his siblings, Jerry, Dick, Paul, Eddie, David, and Beverly Sines....

Nov 24, 2023

Glenn LeRoy Reynolds, 79, of Trout Creek, NY, passed away peacefully on November 24 at Wilson Hospital after a brief battle with Leukemia.

Glenn was born November 20, 1944, in Hamden, NY to the late Albert and Zana (Beardslee) Reynolds.

Glenn was a proud US Veteran who served during the Vietnam War. He served 8...

Nov 21, 2023

Allen "Pete" Rexford Backus, 60, of Sidney passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at Bassett Healthcare of Cooperstown, NY.

Allen was born August 17, 1963 in Walton, NY the son of Andrew William and Mabel Alice (Tabor) Backus.

Allen, known by many as "Pete" grew up and attended school in Walton, NY. As a...

Nov 21, 2023

Sue Ellen Cymbalist died at the age of 78 on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, following a long illness.

She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Peter B. Cymbalist; her daughter Deborah Currie (James) of Concord, NC; her son Adam Schneider (Catherine) of Bayport, NY; three grandchildren, Ella, Bennett and...

Nov 20, 2023

Crystal M. Jones-Gonsalves, 42, of Delaware County, passed away on November 20, 2023 in Queens NY.

Born on June 3, 1982, in New Jersey to Alexandria (Sandi) Levan and Dennis Jones. Raised in Delaware County NY by Sandi and Frank Levan formerly of Hamden, NY.

Crystal graduated from Delaware Academy in 2001.

Crystal...

Nov 18, 2023

Joyce M. Taylor, 79, of Walton passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at her home in Walton.

Joyce was born July 28, 1944 in Walton, NY the daughter of the late Daniel and Violet (Keesler) French. She was a lifelong resident of Walton and found comfort within her hometown. Joyce was a legal secretary for the...