Obituaries

Dec 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Deborah A. Babcock, age 58, of Walton, NY, who left this world on December 25, 2025. Born on January 14, 1967, Deborah was a loving wife, a cherished friend, and a warm presence in the lives of all who knew her. Deborah dedicated herself to working as a...

Dec 23, 2025

Stephen Andrew Ball, 73, died Tuesday, December 23, at home, surrounded by his loving family—his devoted wife Karen, and sons Ryan, Jeffrey, and Eric—following a long illness. Born in Troy, New York, Steve was the son of the late Frederick O. Ball Jr. and Helen Lois Ball of Waterford, NY.

He attended Waterford Half-Moon High School, where...

Dec 22, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and profound respect that we announce the passing of Helen Williams, who departed this life on December 22, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on December 12, 1956, Helen graced this world with her unwavering spirit, compassion, and kindness.

Dec 19, 2025

Sandra Kaye McCall Barse, 78, died Friday, December 19, 2025 at the Robin Johnson Hospice house in Dallas NC after a long battle with Parkinsons disease. Born in Walton NY on May 13, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Harland and Marjorie Myrtle Jenkins McCall.

She attended Walton Central School. She worked at Keith-Clarks of...

Dec 11, 2025

Anthony "Tony" Contello of Walton, NY, died on December 11, 2025, after a 6-month battle with pancreas and liver cancer. When it was apparent that chemotherapy was not going to cure him, he valiantly discontinued chemo in favor of spending his remaining days comfortably with family and friends, on hospice care.

He was born in Brooklyn on...

Dec 9, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Higgins, a beloved son, friend, and community member, who left us on December 9, 2025, at the age of 59. John was born on August 16, 1966, in New York City, before making his home in Hobart, NY, where he lived a life filled with passion and...

Dec 5, 2025

WALTON — Margaret Louise Haywood better known as Peggy (née O'Byrne), of Walton, originally from Hawthorne, New Jersey, passed away on December 5, 2025, at Wilson Hospital in Binghamton, surrounded by her loving family.

Peggy was the daughter of the late Robert and Eleanor O'Byrne. She married her husband, James Haywood, and together they carried on the...

Dec 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Raymond E. Cole, 75, who left us on December 2, 2025, at the age of 75 at AO Fox Hospital in Oneonta, NY. Born on April 3, 1950, in Walton, NY, to his parents Philip Cole and Marian (McClenon) Cole.

Ray was a beloved Husband, Father,...

Dec 1, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sandra Campbell,83, who departed this life on December 1, 2025, at the age of 83 at Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Home, Delhi, NY. Born on January 13, 1942, to her parents Robert and Marion Longo.

Sandra is survived by her two children; son, James Quinn of...

Nov 29, 2025

Carol A. Knapp-Jones, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on November 29, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on March 10, 1941, in Merrickville, NY, Carol was the daughter of Clarence and Annabelle Furgason. She graduated from Deposit High School in 1959 and went on to...

Nov 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tonia M. Beers, 52, who left us on November 21, 2025, at the age of 52. Tonia was born on July 11, 1973, in Walton, NY, where she embraced life passionately and left an indelible mark on those who had the privilege of knowing her.

A...

Nov 21, 2025

Louise Ellen Peck, Walton,  born July 30, 1933, passed from life to life everlasting on November 21, 2025.

There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held in the Spring at the family's convenience.

Please make memorial donations to: Riverside Alliance Church, 110 Stockton Avenue, Walton N.Y. 13856.

Nov 19, 2025

Francis L. "Dee Dee" Bojo, 76, passed away surrounded by his loving family on November 19, 2025, in Walton, NY.  Born on February 1, 1949, in Fish's Eddy, NY to Lester V. Bojo and Elsie F. Rynearson. On July 5, 1969, Francis married the love of his life, Diana. Their bond was a testament to enduring love until Diana's...

Nov 16, 2025

John William Hampel, aged 86, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, from Parkinson's disease.

Born on August 3, 1939, in Beirut, Lebanon, while his father was a professor at the American University of Beirut.  The family returned to the United States at the beginning of World War II, and John was raised in Yonkers, New York....

Nov 8, 2025

Jeffrey L. DuMond, 60, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 8, 2025, at UHS Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, NY. Jeff was born on December 11, 1964, to Richard and JoAnn (Cleaver) DuMond.

Jeff graduated from Walton Central School and then went on to Suny Delhi to get his Business Administration Degree. He worked at Keith Clark then...

Nov 1, 2025

James "Jim" Gardepe, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, at the age of 87. He was born on March 13, 1938 in the town of Tompkins, NY, to his parents Joseph L. Gardepe and Ruth (Bowdish) Gardepe. Jim enjoyed hunting and watching the NY Mets and Giants.

Jim is survived...

Oct 28, 2025

Natasha Marie Jeanniton-Reed, 36 lost her life to a tragic automobile accident on the afternoon of October 28, 2025. Natasha or as we call her Tash, was the middle child of the Late Frantz (Frankie) Jeanniton and Mary Farinick-Jeanniton of Hamden, NY. She leaves behind four loves of her life, her children, Deakin Thompson of Walton NY, Thalia Jeanniton,...

Oct 28, 2025

Howard J. Smith, 82, passed away on October 28, 2025, at the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Delhi, NY.

There will be no services at this time. Private Burial will take place at the family's convenience.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Courtney Funeral Home, Walton, NY. To leave a message of peace and comfort...

Oct 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Susan M. Banks, 75 who left us on October 20, 2025, at UHS Wilson in Johnson City, NY.  Susan was born on March 5, 1950 to Joseph Francies and Margot Kress, in Peekskill, NY.

Susan enjoyed spending time with her daughter Heather and her pack of...

Oct 18, 2025

Eleanor Y. Donnelly, a beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, and Friend, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025, at the age of 94. She was born on December 9, 1930, in Walton, NY, and dedicated her life to her family and the farm she cherished. Eleanor was the devoted wife of a farmer, she married the love of her...