Obituaries

Jul 23, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Doug W. Wacha on Wednesday July 23, 2025, at home.

Doug was born in West Milford, New Jersey on November 1st, 1962. Doug graduated from the West Milford School system and began a career as an Iron worker and carpenter. He moved to Walton approximately...

Jul 16, 2025

Theresa Stevens, 59, passed away on July 16, 2025, in Fitzhugh, Oklahoma.

Theresa was born on July 3, 1966, in Walton, New York, to Adelbert Henry Crandall and Esther Maud Crandall.

Theresa attended Walton Central School. Her last job was a janitor in healthcare.

Theresa married John A. Stevens on July 10th, 1999...

Jul 15, 2025

Daniel James Shackelton, 43, of Walton NY, passed away on July 15, 2025, after a long illness.  Danny was born May 14, 1982 in Walton NY, the son of Ben and Linda (Kilmer) Shackelton.

Danny joined the US Army in 2000 and served until honorably discharged as a Sargent in 2006. He earned many awards while serving,...

Jun 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rebecca J. Davault-Schmitt, who left us far too soon on June 24, 2025. Born on April 24, 1973, in New York City, Rebecca touched the lives of everyone around her with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family.

As a devoted homemaker, Rebecca was...

Jun 11, 2025

Stephen T. Wood, 68, passed away on June 11, 2025, at his home in Walton, NY surrounded by his loving family. He fought hard, and with an inspirational and positive attitude, for two years against pancreatic cancer.

Stephen was born on October 27, 1956, in Walton, NY, to Millard M. Wood and Agnes (Fitch) Wood.

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Jun 3, 2025

Sandra M. Caruso, 73, of Walton, NY passed away peacefully on June 3rd, 2025.

Sandy was born on March 30th, 1952, to David Hubbard and Mabel Bailey.

Sandy worked at the Great American as a baker, and as an Aide at the Walton School for many years. She was a devoted member of the Bear...

Jun 1, 2025

Ryan Munn, 17, of Goshen, NY died June 1, 2025, from injuries sustained in a fire at his home.

Ryan was born on December 20, 2007 In New Jersey to parents Shane and Haley Newell. Ryan was attending Florida Union Free School in Florida, NY.

Ryan had an extraordinary bond with his brother, and together...

May 31, 2025

Travis Munn,12, of Goshen, NY died Saturday May 31,2025 from injuries sustained in a fire at his house.

Travis was born on November 12, 2012 in New Jersey the son of parents Shane and Haley Newell.

Travis attended Florida Union Free School in Florida, NY.

Travis was a sweet and kind boy. Both...

May 31, 2025

Shane Webb Munn,50, of Goshen died Saturday May 31, 2025 at his home as the result of heroically entering his burning house to save his sons Ryan and Travis.

Shane was born December 21,1974 in Walton NY the oldest son of Arthur and Betsy Webb Munn. He was a 1994 graduate of Walton Central School. Following graduation...

May 26, 2025

Raymond E. Mills, 53, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Ray Mills was born on August 29, 1971 in Walton, NY, to Clark Mills and Carol Mills.

Ray worked for many years as a chef for Roscoe Mountain Club in Roscoe, NY.

Ray was best known for his...

May 24, 2025

Ernestine [Teenie] B. Kilpatrick, 93, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Walton, NY. Teenie was born on November 14, 1931 in Unadilla, NY, to Laurence Boyd and Louella Crumb. Teenie married Millard [Buck] N. Kilpatrick, Jr. on March 10, 1951 in Walton.

Teenie was best known for...

May 15, 2025

Karen E. Gilmore, 75, formerly Karen Birdsall, passed away on May 15, 2025, in Walton, NY. Karen was born on February 11, 1950 in Margaretville, NY, to David Birdsall and Irene (Barber) Birdsall. Karen graduated from Walton Central High School in 1968. She had a lengthy career as a Bus Driver, and enjoyed participating in Bus Rodeos.

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May 14, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Philip R. Smith, Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, who departed this life on May 14, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on January 12, 1938, in Trout Creek, NY,  to his parents; Jesse Smith, and Rena Wayman. Philip was a man of many passions...

May 14, 2025

Beverly Meres, 92, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great great grandmother, passed away on May 14, 2025, at A.O. Fox Nursing Home in Oneonta. Beverly Meres was born on November 5, 1932, in Walton, NY, to Frank Bartow and Bernice Budine.

Beverly is survived by three daughters Penny (Gary) Sherman, Cindy Meres, Bernice Shelton, two sons David...

May 7, 2025

Amy Lorraine Kilmer of Hamden passed away peacefully at the age of 76 on May 7th, 2025.

Amy was born in Walton on March 25th, 1949, to Robert and Alice MacRabie. She loved to crochet, play cards, and do crossword puzzles, but her passion was caring for her children, grandchildren, and finally, great-grandchildren.

Amy worked...

Apr 30, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dawn Thomson, (Grammy Dawn) beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us peacefully on April 30, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on May 19, 1958, Dawn filled her life with love and passion, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.

A true...

Apr 29, 2025

Helen Pratti, 85, of Clifton Park, formally of Walton NY, passed away on April 29, 2025, at Schuyler Ridge Residential Healthcare in Clifton Park NY after a long battle with Parkinson's.

Born November 3, 1939, in Brooklyn, she was the daughter of the late Bertha and James Haugland and wife of the late Louis Pratti. She was...

Apr 24, 2025

John R. Savini, age 89, passed away on April 24, 2025 at Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, NY.

John was born December 27, 1935 in Stoughton, MA to Angelo Savini and Thelma E. Harris Savini. John married the love of his life, Nancy Mae Savini on October 27, 1956 in Stoughton, MA.

When John wasn't...

Apr 24, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Linda Lee Beers (Simpson), aged 80, who departed this world on April 24, 2025 at home surrounded by her family, just days shy of her 81st birthday. Born on May 1, 1944, in Walton, New York, Linda dedicated her life to her family and her home, embracing the...

Apr 21, 2025

On the morning of April 21, 2025 at 7:17am, Craig D. Rockefeller, aged 68, followed the light into eternity. Born on September 12, 1956, in Walton, New York, Craig was the first born son of the late Henry Rockefeller and Helen (Black) Rockefeller. He leaves behind his Aunts Barbara Black and Anna Black, son Michael Rockefeller and his wife...