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Winthrop, NY Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Winthrop and St. Regis Falls, NY area
Johanna A. Hughes
Feb 8, 2022
Malone - Johanna Ornstedt Hughes, 93, passed away on February 8, 2022. Johanna was born in Malone on July 2, 1928, the daughter of Carl G. Ornstedt and Elizabeth Coughlin Ornstedt. She graduated from Franklin Academy in 1946. In 1949 she married James C. Hughes of Chateaugay and embarked on the life of a naval aviator's wife which took her...
Francis Joseph Brockway
Feb 6, 2022
St. Regis Falls - Francis Joseph Brockway, 88, passed away Sunday, February 6, 2022, in the comfort of his home. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls. Graveside prayers and military honors will be held in the spring at St. Ann’s Cemetery in St. Regis Falls. Francis (Frank) was born in Ft. Covington on May 17,...
Lorna J. Leggue
Feb 3, 2022
Mrs. Lorna J. Leggue, 81, of Massena passed away on Thursday, February 3rd, 2022, with her loving family at her side. Lorna was born to Wilfred Monica and Rose McGregor on November 18th, 1940, in Norwood. She then graduated from Norwood-Norfolk High School, and went on to marry Francis I. Leggue on June 29th, 1980. Lorna was an excellent saleswoman,...
Carlton E. Stickney
Jan 28, 2022
Carlton E. Stickney, 78, of Brookdale, unexpectedly passed away on Friday January 28, 2022, at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington from complications resulting from a fall the prior evening. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop. There will be no calling hours or services, but the family welcomes friends to gather for a Celebration of...
Gregory J. Buckley
Jan 24, 2022
Mr. Gregory James Buckley, 61, passed away on January 24th, 2022 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Syracuse with the comfort of his family by his side. Gregory was born in Potsdam on November 7th, 1960, to Dr. Patrick C. Buckley and Mary Daly. He graduated from St. Lawrence Central High School in 1979 and shortly after was employed at ALCOA...
Brendan J. O'Higgins
Jan 21, 2022
Potsdam – Brendan Joseph O’Higgins 65, passed away on Friday, Jan 21, 2022 in the comfort of his family home surrounded by those that loved him. Following Brendan’s wishes his family will honor his life privately along with his mother Josie O’Higgins who passed on Sunday. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop. Brendan was born in Chicago,...
Janice C. Hagelund
Jan 17, 2022
Janice C. (Hovey) Hagelund, 90, passed away on January 17, 2022, with her daughter Cheri by her side. Janice was born on September 26, 1931, in Detroit, Michigan to the late Raymond and Lillian (Baldwin) Hovey. She attended Cato Meridian Central School, where she met the love of her life, George Hagelund and graduated in 1948. Right out of high...
Beverly G. Mcchesney
Jan 16, 2022
Beverly G. McChesney of Brasher Falls NY passed into the arms of her Jesus on Sunday evening January 16, 2022 after battling cancer for the 3rd time. She was in her home with close friends nearby. Beverly was born in Rochester NY August 31, 1955, to William B. and Gladys (Nudd) Burke. It was in Rochester where she married and...
Margaret Josephine O'Higgins
Jan 16, 2022
Winthrop – Margaret Josephine “Josie” O’Higgins (McKiernan) 90 passed away Sunday morning in the comfort of her home surrounded by those that loved her. Following her wishes, her family will honor her life privately. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop. Josie was born in Drumshambo North, Leitrim, Ireland on April 11, 1931, daughter of the late James...
Danny W. Beaudoin
Jan 14, 2022
Brasher Falls - Danny W. Beaudoin, 64, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022. Danny was born on December 18, 1957 in Massena, son of Marie Marlow. He worked several construction jobs starting at the age of 14, ending his work career at Norwood-Norfolk Central School as a bus driver. A marriage of 36 years to polly Adams ended in divorce...
Marty A. Shantie
Jan 4, 2022
Dickinson Center – Marty A. Shantie, 53, passed away Tuesday, January 4, 2022. Arrangements are entrusted to the Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls, where his family will be receiving friends on Friday, January 14th from 1 to 3 pm and 6 to 8 pm. Marty’s family will celebrate his life on Saturday morning at 10:30 am at the...
Robert A. Moulton Sr.
Jan 3, 2022
When one is called to serve elsewhere and leaves us, it’s hard to understand. Robert A. Moulton Sr.’s physical existence has been lifted as he will now guide us in spirit. Services will be held this Friday January 7th at the Knapps Station Community Church; 3035 County Route 47, Norwood, NY 13668. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM – 1:00...
Lester Bridges
Jan 1, 2022
Lester Bridges, of North Lawrence, passed away on Saturday January 1, 2022 at the Gouverneur Hospital comforted by his daughter - in- law Roxanne at his side. He was born on Tuesday May 30, 1933 in Cuthbert, Georgia the son of the late Thomas Bridges and Jamie Claude. He was a material handler and fork lift driver for Nerpa Pharmaceuticals...
Robert J. Hall
Dec 31, 2021
Canton, New York – Robert (Bob) J. Hall, 79, passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021, at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg. A funeral Mass will be held Friday June 17th at St. Patrick Church in Brasher Falls at 10 am, burial will follow in the parish cemetery. A Celebration of Life Luncheon will follow at the Riverview Restaurant at...
Sheri L. Taylor
Dec 25, 2021
Massena – Sheri L. Taylor, 40, passed away on December 25th at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, after many courageous efforts in her battle against cancer. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop, where her family will receive friends, Thursday from 4 to 6 pm. Her funeral service will follow at 6 pm. Sheri was born in Massena...
Valora Mae Waite
Dec 21, 2021
Winthrop – Ms. Valora Mae Waite, 66, passed away on Tuesday December 21, 2021, at home surrounded by her loved ones. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop where calling hours will be held Tuesday December 28th from 4 – 6 PM. Valora’s Funeral Service will begin at the conclusion of calling hours. Valora was born in Potsdam...
John J. Wilson
Dec 10, 2021
St. Regis Falls - John J. Wilson, 92, died peacefully at home December 10, 2021, with his daughter, Gina, by his side. John was born at home in Westville, NY on December 22, 1928, to the late Cora and George Wilson. He served in the U. S. Army during the Korean War. He married Peggy LeClair on Sept. 25, 1953,...
Patricia A. Dibble
Dec 7, 2021
Winthrop – Patricia “Patty” A. Dibble, 75, was a loving, caring wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She passed away Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at her home. She was born to the late Charles and Eileen (Jackson) McCarthy on January 16, 1946. She graduated valedictorian of her high school in Rutland, Vermont, and had three daughters and three grandchildren. She married...
Richard G. Ross
Dec 4, 2021
Santa Clara – Richard G. Ross, 77, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021, at his home under the care of his wife and hospice. Following his wishes, his family will honor his life privately. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls. Richard was born in Bridgeport, CT on August 4, 1944, son of the late George...
Viola A. Westerberg
Dec 4, 2021
Brasher Falls – Viola A. Westerberg, 92, passed away Saturday morning, December 4, 2021 at the Highland Nursing Home in Massena with her family at her bedside. Viola was born on August 16, 1929 in Hartford, Connecticut, daughter of the late John and Catherine (Sudac) Rataic. She married George Rowland, who died at a young age and married Merwin Westerberg...
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