OBITUARIES

Shirley Miller Wallach

Shirley Miller Wallach

Sep 4, 2026

Shirley passed away peacefully on September 4, 2026. Born on February 6, 1944, in the charming town of Callicoon, New York, Shirley was the daughter of Fred and Audrey Miller of Harris, NY. 

Shirley was predeceased by her parents and her son, Wayne Van Vleet. She is survived by her son, Scott Van Vleet, grandson, Brandon Van Vleet, brother, Bruce Miller,...

William S. Devery

William S. Devery

Nov 3, 2026

William S. Devery of Parksville, NY, a retired Suffolk County Police Officer (Marine Bureau) and a longtime area resident died Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 84.

The son of the late William S. and Helen Kapalczyliski Devery, he was born September 3, 1942 in Brooklyn, NY.

Bill was a Communicant of St. Peter's...

Timothy C. Smith

Timothy C. Smith

Nov 1, 2026

Timothy C. Smith of Hurleyville, NY, a retired manager for NY Telephone Co., and later Verizon, died Sunday, November 1, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 78.

A lifelong area resident, he is the son of the late Louis A. and Rita V. Hick Smith. He was born April 29,1948 in Liberty, NY.

Tim served Our Country...

Richard Murray

Richard Murray

Oct 31, 2026

Richard Murray, affectionately known to all as "Rich," was born in Harlem, New York, to his beloved parents, the late Edward Luther Murray and Virginia Capers Murray. Rich spent his early years attending school in Brooklyn, New York, before moving to South Carolina. He worked as a skilled butcher, a job he took great pride in and truly loved. Rich...

Robert Hutchinson

Robert Hutchinson

Oct 31, 2026

Robert "Bob" Hutchinson, 70, passed away peacefully on Saturday October 31, 2026 in Georgia.

Born on March 6, 1956, Bob was a proud veteran of the United States Army and a longtime resident of New York before moving to Georgia. Following his military service, Bob continued a career in photography. His talent led him to own and operate photo labs as...

Betty Lou Knack

Betty Lou Knack

Oct 30, 2026

Betty Lou Knack of White Sulphur Springs, NY, a retired telephone operator for NY Telephone Company and a longtime area resident died Friday, October 30, 2026 at the Achieve Rehab and Nursing Facility in Liberty, NY. She was 93.

The daughter of the late Cecil and Ollie Jackson Smith, she was born October 30, 1933 in Willow Springs, MO. Betty was...

Kyung H. "Katie" Franco

Kyung H. "Katie" Franco

Oct 29, 2026

Kyung H. "Katie" Franco of Cochecton, NY the owner of Katie's Bed and Breakfast and a longtime area resident died Thursday, October 29, 2026 at her home. She was 77.

The daughter of the late Hak Chang and Nam Su Ko Lee, she was born September 10, 1949 in Inchon, Korea.

Katie was a Communicant of St. George's Roman Catholic Church in...

Janice Brey

Janice Brey

Oct 28, 2026

Janice Therese Brey, “Nan,” age 89, passed away on October 28, 2026.

Janice was born Janice Therese Menges on October 3, 1937, on East Hill, Youngsville at home. Her parents were Peter And Wilda (Kehrley) Menges.

Janice grew up in Briscoe, NY where she roamed the neighborhood with the “Briscoe Bums.” She remained friends with many of the Bums throughout her life...

Ruth Kille

Ruth Kille

Oct 27, 2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF RUTH KILLE

Ruth Kille will be lovingly remembered for her kind heart, steadfast faith, and the many gifts she shared with everyone around her.

Ruth had a special love for horses, enjoyed doing puzzles, and found great joy in singing and playing the violin. She was also a wonderful baker who created delicious homemade treats with love and...

Diane Conroy

Diane Conroy

Oct 26, 2026

Diane Conroy of Jeffersonville, NY, the retired co-owner of The Cabin and a longtime area resident died Monday, October 26, 2026 at her home. She was 80.

The daughter of the late Thomas and Evelyn Morgan Bonotto, she was born March 11, 1946 in Queens, NY.

Diane had worked alongside her husband Richard before his passing for many years operating The Cabin....

Alan Bruce Weitz

Alan Bruce Weitz

Oct 22, 2026

Alan B. Weitz of Monticello, NY a long time area resident died Thursday October 22, 2026 at Garnet Health Medical Center, Middletown, NY.  He was 76.

The son of the late Max and Sylvia Rogak Weitz, he was born April 29, 1950 in Brooklyn, NY.

Funeral services will be private. Dignified cremation provided by Harris Crematorium LLC.

Sandra M. Watson

Sandra M. Watson

Oct 22, 2026

Sandra M. Watson of Hurleyville, NY, a homemaker and longtime area resident died on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Campbell Hall Rehabilitation Center, Campbell Hall, NY. She was 79.

The daughter of the late Warren B. and Grace M. King Watson, she was born August 18, 1947 in Hawaii.

Sandra is survived by her son Henry “Buffer” Watson of Goshen, NY; six...

Jose Velez-Kianez

Jose Velez-Kianez

Oct 19, 2026

Jose Velez-Kianez of Monticello, NY a retired manager for Chase Bank and a long-time area resident, died Monday, October 19, 2026 at Fishkill Center for Rehab. and Nursing Facility, Fishkill, NY.  He was 82.

The son of the late Jorge and Artenia Vega, he was born December 10, 1943 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Funeral services will be private.  Dignified cremation provided...

Russell G. Peters, Jr.

Russell G. Peters, Jr.

Oct 12, 2026

Russell G. Peters, Jr. of Hortonville, NY, a retired farmer and a lifelong area resident died Monday, October 12, 2026 at the Garnet Health Hospital in Middletown, NY. He was 95.

The son of the late Russell G., Sr. and Florence Wood Peters, he was born July 17, 1931 in Callicoon, NY.

Russell had worked on his farm with his family for...

Roy Riley

Roy Riley

Oct 10, 2026

Roy Riley of Liberty, NY, died Saturday, October 10, 2026, at his home in Liberty, NY. He was 58.

Roy was born May 16, 1968.

Burial was private at Liberty Cemetery, Liberty, NY.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Harris Funeral Home, West St. at Buckley, Liberty, NY. 845-292-0001 or 845-439-5200 or www.Harris-FH.com

Rudolph Bowen

Rudolph Bowen

Oct 7, 2026

In Loving Memory of Rudolph “Rudy” Bowen

September 4, 1952 – October 7, 2026

Rudolph “Rudy” Bowen was born on September 4, 1952, and departed this life on October 7, 2026, at the age of 74. With roots in Daytona Beach, Florida, and later making his home in Liberty, New York, Rudy lived life with independence, determination, and a personality all his...

Nicole Jessica Gardner

Nicole Jessica Gardner

Oct 7, 2026

Nicole Jessica Gardner of Downsville, NY a lifelong area resident died Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at home.

The daughter of Glenn W. and Anna B. Terry Mattice, she was born January 9, 1988 in Oneonta, NY.

Nicole was a retail clerk for the Downsville Country Store. She enjoyed diamond art, painting, and completing puzzles.

Survivors include her children, Lana Rose Gardner and James...

Raymond E. Cottman

Raymond E. Cottman

Oct 7, 2026

Raymond E. Cottman of Swan Lake, NY, an Assistant House Manager for New Hope Community in Loch Sheldrake, NY and a longtime area resident, died Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at the Garnet Health Hospital, Harris, NY. He was 45.

The son of Marion Cottman and Robert Brice, he was born July 4, 1981, in Manhattan, NY.

Raymond found joy in singing, bringing...

Patricia N. Bauernfeind

Patricia N. Bauernfeind

Oct 5, 2026

Patricia N. Bauernfeind of Milanville, PA, a longtime area resident died Monday, October 5, 2026 at the Wayne Memorial Hospital in Honesdale, PA. She was 61.

The daughter of the late William C. "Sonny" and Katie P. Soles Cain, she was born June 25, 1965 in Fayetteville, NC.

Patty had attended the Caulkins Baptist Church in Milanville, PA. She had worked as...

Carol Hook

Carol Hook

Oct 4, 2026

Carol Hook, (Carol Stewart), age 86, of Liberty, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on October 4, 2026, at Garnet Regional Hospital in Middletown, NY.

Born on December 5, 1939, in Liberty, NY to Cyrus Jay Stewart and Nancy Stewart, Carol grew up in Liberty where she attended Liberty High School. She went on to become a wonderful...

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