Obituaries

Winthrop, NY Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Winthrop and St. Regis Falls, NY area

Louise F Mccargar

Louise F Mccargar

Aug 23, 2021

West Stockholm – Louise F. (Goodrich) McCargar, 80, passed away at her home on Monday, August 23, 2021, surrounded by family and friends. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop. Louise was born in Brasher Falls on April 10, 1941, the daughter of the late Kenneth C. and Pearl O. (Lalone) Goodrich. She graduated from St. Lawrence Central...

Kathleen Frederickson

Kathleen Frederickson

Aug 11, 2021

Kathleen Marie Doyle Frederickson age 73 of Winthrop NY passed away at Canton Potsdam Hospital August 11, 2021 at 4:47am with her family at her side. She is survived by her sister-in-law Paulette Reid and her children Denise (Doyle) Eggleson Francis. Doyle and his children Courtney Doyle and Cody Doyle. Sister-in-law Linda Doyle and her children Desmond Doyle Darlene Bissonette...

Constance S. Benham

Constance S. Benham

Aug 8, 2021

Hopkinton- On Sunday morning August 8, 2021, Mrs. Constance Sessions Benham, 96, took flight from this world. Born in Malone on July 17, 1925, daughter of the late Mattie Ferris and Milton R. Sessions, she was mother of Jane, Kathryn, and Beth; grandmother of Zoe (Kevin) and Orion; great-grandmother of Violet and Chloe, the dog. She was predeceased by her...

Rita A. Haynes

Rita A. Haynes

Aug 3, 2021

Dickinson Center - Rita A. Haynes, 86, passed away August 3, 2021, at CVPH in Plattsburgh. Rita was born in Dickinson Center on April 9, 1935, the daughter of the late Mahlon and Lula (Smith) Ploof. She attended school in Dickinson Center and St. Regis Falls, and in June of 1953, she married Walter Haynes. They shared a 54-year union...

Paul B. Compeau

Paul B. Compeau

Jul 23, 2021

Brasher Falls – Mr. Paul B. Compeau, 100, passed away Friday morning, July 23, 2021, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home and in keeping with Paul’s wishes there will be no calling hours. Paul’s graveside service with military honors will be held on Thursday July 29th at 11:00 AM...

Augustus J. Tyo, Jr.

Augustus J. Tyo, Jr.

Jul 20, 2021

Augustus (Gus) James Tyo, resident of Ocala, Florida, formerly of Potsdam, New York passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, in Ocala, Florida at the age of 98 years.

     He was born in Norfolk, New York on October 18, 1922, to Augustus John and Johanna Durant Tyo.  Gus was one of 10 children with one surviving sibling, Eileen Fox.  His...

Gregory D. Murray

Gregory D. Murray

Jul 16, 2021

Brasher Falls – Mr. Gregory Dean Murray, 63, passed away in the comfort of his home on Friday evening July 16, 2021, surrounded by the reassurance, love, and care of his children and family. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop and in keeping with Greg’s wishes there will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be...

Helen E. Stearns

Helen E. Stearns

Jul 15, 2021

Helen Stearns passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 15, 2021, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center and with her Son at her bedside. She was born in Brasher Falls, NY, the daughter of Harold P. and Ellen Mary (Connolly) Kennehan. She graduated from St. Lawrence Central High School and became a teacher with her degree from SUNY Potsdam. Helen married Donald...

Irving R. Provost

Irving R. Provost

Jun 27, 2021

Dickinson- Mr. Irving R. Provost, 87, passed away on Sunday June 27, 2021, at the AHMC Alice Center in Malone comforted by the love and support of his family. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls where visitation will be held Thursday July 1st, from 5 – 7 PM. Irving’s Funeral Service will begin at 10:00...

Kenneth C. Lafave

Kenneth C. Lafave

Jun 26, 2021

Brasher Iron Works – Kenneth C. LaFave, 80, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021, at his home under the loving care of his family and hospice. Following his wishes, his family will honor his life privately. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop. Kenneth was born on February 1, 1941, in Moira, son of the late Samuel A....

Eileen J. Susice

Eileen J. Susice

Jun 23, 2021

St. Regis Falls – Eileen J. Susice, 73, passed away Wednesday, June 23, 2021, at her home in Parishville. Visitation will be held Monday, June 28th at the Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls from 12 pm to 2 pm. Her funeral service will be at 2 pm with Fr. Fish officiating with burial to follow in St. Ann’s...

Brooke M. Votra

Brooke M. Votra

Jun 20, 2021

Lenoir City, Tennessee/Massena - Ms. Brooke Marie Votra, 37, formerly of Massena, passed away at her home on Sunday June 20, 2021, in Tennessee. Local arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop where visitation will be held on Friday July 2nd, from 5 - 7 PM. Brooke was born in Massena on April 11, 1984, to Edward and...

William J. Lagarry

William J. Lagarry

Jun 19, 2021

Winthrop- William James LaGarry passed away at his home, the beloved River Ridge farm on Saturday, June 19, 2021, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. William was born June 1, 1960, in Massena to the late Ray and Frances (Green) LaGarry. William graduated from Potsdam High School in 1978, going on to earn his associates degree in business...

Raymond Bruce Martin

Raymond Bruce Martin

Jun 18, 2021

Brushton – The world lost a wonderful person on June 18, 2021. We will never be the same without Ray “Bruce” in our lives. We can only hope to keep his memory alive. Raymond “Bruce” Martin, born on December 1, 1965, in Lincoln, NB, passed away unexpectedly on June 18th, at his home in Brushton. He is survived by his...

Elizabeth D. Wells

Elizabeth D. Wells

Jun 17, 2021

Brasher Falls - Elizabeth D. Wells, 68, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at her home under the care of her family and Hospice. Elizabeth was born on October 12, 1952 in Malone, daughter of the late John Peter and Florence L. (LaBrake) Rushlow. She married David L. Wells on August 30, 1969 at Church of the Holy Cross...

Bryan M. Compo

Bryan M. Compo

Jun 16, 2021

Reno, NV – With deep sadness we share the passing of Mr. Bryan M. Compo, 33, who unexpectedly passed away at his home in Sparks, Nevada on June 16, 2021. Local arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop. Bryan was born in Potsdam on November 24, 1987, to Lorraine Fregoe and Kent Compo. He graduated from St. Lawrence...

Elizabeth M. Demo

Elizabeth M. Demo

Jun 16, 2021

Brasher Falls – Elizabeth M. “Beth” Demo, 55, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop. Beth’s family will honor her life privately. Please take a moment to connect with her mother and brother through the “Tribute Wall” section of her obituary on our website. Those wishing to honor Beth...

Logan J. Perrier

Logan J. Perrier

Jun 3, 2021

Winthrop - Logan J. Perrier, one month old, received his angel wings when he passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Logan was born at Canton-Potsdam Hospital on April 30, 2021, son of Corrine Casey and Jon Paul Perrier. Logan was a happy little guy who loved affection, was active learning new movements and had a...

Edgar L. Kelly

Edgar L. Kelly

Jun 3, 2021

Edgar Leo Kelly, BUSINIESS MAN AND MUSICIAN At age 89 Edgar passed away peacefully in his home in Winthrop NY on June 3, 2021. He was cared for by his wife Jean, Palliative and Hospice care. He is survived by his wife of 69 years Bernetta Jean Bump, and his four children; Son Alton and his wife Debra Kelly, Daughter...

Barbara J. Webber

Barbara J. Webber

Jun 1, 2021

North Lawrence – Barbara J. Webber, 66, passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2021, at CVPH in Plattsburgh. Visitation will be held Monday from 11 am to 1 pm at Life in His Arms Community Church in North Lawrence. Services will be held at 1 pm followed by burial in Chapel Hill Cemetery in Parishville. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral...