Obituaries

Nov 13, 2024

James M Bryden, 86, passed away unexpectedly on November 13, 2024, in Sidney, New York.

James M. Bryden was born on December 25, 1937 in Hamden, NY, to his parents, Knox Bryden and Pearl Gray from Hamden, NY.

James graduated from Delaware Academy, Delhi, NY and went on to Delhi Tech for one year.  He...

Nov 11, 2024

Lawrence "Eddie" Foster, age 48, a beloved member of the community and a cherished, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away along with his loving daughter Kaelyn Marie Foster as a result of an accident, on November 11 2024, Walton, New York. Ed was born in Rahway, NJ on October 2, 1976, to his parents Richard Maurice Foster,...

Nov 11, 2024

Kaelyn Marie Foster, 24, was born on August 31,2000. A cherished daughter, granddaughter, sister, and friend passed away along with her father Eddie Foster, on November 11 2024, in Walton, New York.

Kaelyn is survived by her mother Jennifer Phoenix and brother Garett Foster of Walton NY, maternal grandparents Ellen and Steve Craft Fleischmanns, NY and Jerry...

Nov 5, 2024

Estella M. White, 87 of Walton N.Y. went home to be with her Lord and Savior, on Tuesday November 5, 2024. She was surrounded by her loving family.  Yes, she cast her ballot, first.

Estella was born in Walton to John S. Davis and Fannie May Baker.  Estella was clothed with strength and dignity.  She spoke with...

Nov 1, 2024

Kenneth Richard Radick, 76, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. Born June 29, 1948, in New York City at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, Ken was the son of John R. Radick and Loraine (Brainard) Radick. He grew up in New York City until the age of six, when his family moved to Bergen County, New Jersey. Ken graduated from...

Nov 1, 2024

Donald (Larry) Lawrence of Shinhopple, New York, born on December 22, 1933 to Leo and Helen Lawrence, McSherrystown, PA, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on November 1, 2024.

Donald is survived by his loving wife, Christina and their children, Leigh LaMonica (Bruce), Cottonwood AZ, David Lawrence (Melissa), Downsville, NY and Jonathan Lawrence (Jennifer) Downsville, NY,...

Nov 1, 2024

Delight Dorothy Watson, age 53, passed away on November 1, 2024, at her home in the town of Colchester, NY.

Delight was born in Poughkeepsie, NY to her parents, Arthur E. Watson and Regina M. (Houck) Watson.

Delight enjoyed Fishing, arts and crafts, spending time with family, friends, and her dogs.

Delight is...

Oct 28, 2024

Robert E. Maguire, age 78, a beloved member of the community and a cherished brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on October 28, 2024, in East Branch, New York. Born in Brooklyn, New York, on April 27, 1946, to his parents Edward Maguire and Myrtle (Langdon) Maguire. Robert's life was one of joy, laughter, and love.

Bob...

Oct 18, 2024

Rhoda "Irene" Marlett completed her journey of life on October 18, 2024.  Born on February 26, 1943, at Stevens Hospital, Walton, NY, she was the daughter of the late Charles A. and Frances Haverly Stevens.

Irene graduated from Walton Central School, Class of 1961 and Central City Business Institute, Syracuse. She was employed at The Delaware Telephone...

Oct 16, 2024

Jim Olmstead died on October 16, 2024, at the Firefighter's Association of the State of New York (FASNY) Firemen's Home, in Hudson, NY. He was 91 years old. Jim was born in Walton, NY, one of five (5) children, to Harry and Marion (Cole) Olmstead.

Jim graduated from Walton High School in 1951 and a year later...

Oct 16, 2024

In Loving Memory of Pauline P. Scherer

On this day, as the sun sets upon the life of Pauline P. Scherer, we gather to honor and celebrate a woman who touched the hearts of all who knew her. Born on July 19, 1930, in the bustling city of New York, Pauline embraced life with a warmth and...

Oct 4, 2024

Elwood M. Heddon, formerly an optometrist in Walton, NY, died Oct. 4 in Cooperstown, NY.

The son of Arthur J. and Pearl M. (Jones) Heddon, Dr. Heddon was born in Batavia, NY, on Jan. 6, 1928. He earned a B.S. from the School of Optometry at Columbia University and a B.D. from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary....

Oct 4, 2024

Louise E. Carman, 83 years of age of Walton, NY, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024, at Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Home. She was born on September 22, 1941, a compassionate soul known for her love of playing mahjong and her dedication to working at the Mustard Seed at the United Presbyterian Church. Her warm heart and kind...

Oct 3, 2024

Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Joan Kauppila, 85, passed away Thursday October 3, 2024 at Delaware Valley Hospital, Walton, NY, finally succumbing to her long battle with cancer.

Joan was born in Elmira, NY to Joseph Matejka and Helen Kvasnicka on August 14, 1939.  Joan graduated from Van Etten High School and then followed her high school...

Oct 3, 2024

Janith T. Kilpatrick 89, passed way Thursday October 3, 2024 at her home in Walton, NY, after a long illness.

Janith was born in Mundale, NY to William A. Tweedie and Pearl Hadsell Tweedie on December 27, 1934.

She married the love of her life Joseph Kilpatrick on January 24, 1953 in Trout Creek. She...

Oct 1, 2024

LeRoy F. Sawyer, 86, of Walton, NY, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City, NY.

LeRoy was born March 12, 1938 in Morris, NY to Archie L. Sawyer and Harriet M. Yale. The family relocated to Walton in 1950 when Archie took employment with the Board of Water Supply. Roy...

Sep 29, 2024

Kenneth G. Kokoszka passed away on September 29, 2024, suddenly after a short, hard battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Ken was surrounded by family when he fell asleep, peaceful in Jesus's arms. CANCER SUCKS!!

Ken was born in Paterson, NJ on March 3, 1953, to his parents Josephine Dziekonski and Bronislaw Kokoszka. Ken was an only...

Sep 24, 2024

Richard L. DeMoney, a beloved husband, son, and proud US Army veteran, peacefully passed away on September 24, 2024, at the age of 80 at O'Connor Hospital in Delhi, NY.

Born on April 13, 1944, in Oneonta, NY, Richard spent his life dedicated to the farming industry, working tirelessly on the farm, and serving his country in...

Sep 19, 2024

Leona Maritato, a lifelong resident of Walton, passed away on September 19, 2024.

She had resided at Mountainside Residential Care Center in Margaretville since 2016. She celebrated her 100th birthday on September 29, 2023.

Leona was the youngest daughter of Fred and Mary (Dagnell) Maritato. She and her brother, Eugene, occupied the family home until...

Sep 16, 2024

"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4

Myra Marie Scofield, 87, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2024, at Bassett Hospital.

Myra was born on March 22, 1937, in Walton, New York, to George and Fannie Higley (Puffer). She attended school at a one room schoolhouse in Trout Creek, NY...