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Evelyn Scroggins

Feb 18, 2025

Evelyn Scroggins, Plattsburgh, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025 at the age of 102 years old.

Evelyn was born on November 7, 1922, in Cleveland, TN. In 1952, she made the heartfelt decision to move to Plattsburgh with her family, where she created a nurturing home full of warmth and love.

Evelyn's spirit sparkled brightly in her many passions. She delighted...

Jane Reed

Feb 14, 2025

Jane was born at Keene Valley Hospital to her beloved parents, Erma (Bowlyer) and Howard Reed of Keene, NY. She graduated from Keene Central School in 1961, received an accounting degree from Albany Business College and proceeded to work as an accountant in a Saranac Lake accounting firm. Constantly surrounded by animals, Jane cared for horses, pigs, cows, pheasants, ducks,...

Dorrine Provost

Feb 10, 2025

It is in our heavy hearts and deep sorrow that our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend to many, Dorrine Provost peacefully left this world on February 10, 2025 at the young age of 88. She was born in Plattsburgh on January 13, 1937 to the late Clarence LaBelle and Mildred Moore.



Dorrine was very proud of her family...

William Baumann

Feb 3, 2025

William Larry Baumann passed away peacefully at the age of 77 on February 3, 2025. Born on March 31, 1947, in Hagerstown, MD, Bill was a lifelong adventurer who embraced life with humor, generosity, and an unwavering love for his family and friends.

Bill's journey through life was rich with experiences that shaped him into a remarkable man. After enlisting in...

Jessie Sayre

Feb 2, 2025

Jessie B. Sayre of Westport passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on September 9, 1931, in Elizabethtown, New York, she lived a life filled with grace, devotion, and a passion for teaching.

An educator at heart, Jessie earned her Bachelor's Degree from SUNY Plattsburgh and dedicated many years to shaping young minds as a...

Terri Madan

Jan 29, 2025

Terri Avery Madan, 80, of Plattsburgh died Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at CVPH in Plattsburgh. She was born in Saranac Lake, NY on August 27, 1944 as the first child of Charlotte (Slingerland) and Floyd Avery. Terri graduated from Plattsburgh High School in 1962 and the Champlain Valley School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse in 1967.

She was predeceased by...

Edith Mitchell

Jan 27, 2025

Edith Mitchell, 65, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 27, 2025, in Saranac Lake, NY after a short, but valiant battle with cancer. Born in Keene Valley, NY, on July 5, 1959, Edith lived a life rich in love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Edith was the devoted spouse of John "Bub" Mitchell, with whom she shared a deep...

Ellen Hepfer

Jan 25, 2025

Ellen Cober Hepfer, 96, died at her home in Plattsburgh, NY, on January 25, 2025, following a severe stroke. Ellen was cared for at home by family members and received supportive hospice services. She was a former resident of Cortland and Homer.

Ellen was born in Rochester, NY, on December 20, 1928, and grew up in Syracuse, NY, and...

Joann Pecor

Jan 22, 2025

Joann Elizabeth Pecor, 81, passed away on on January 22, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on July 16, 1943, in Saranac Lake, NY, Joann lived a life marked by kindness and strength.

To honor Joann's memory, visitation will take place at Heidrick Funeral Home in Elizabethtown on Friday, January 31, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Family and friends...

Dolores Menendez

Jan 21, 2025

Dolores Menendez passed away on January 21, 2025 in Ticonderoga.

Her ability to connect with others made her a cherished friend to her fellow residents and staff at Mountain Lake Services.

A Graveside Service will be held in the spring at Willsboro Memorial Cemetery.

Services were entrusted to Heidrick Funeral Home, PO Box 188, 7521 Court St., Elizabethtown, NY 12932.

Shannon Clay

Jan 20, 2025

Shannon Elizabeth Clay, 42, of Canandaigua, NY, passed away at home on January 20, 2025. She was born March 23, 1982, in Plattsburgh, NY, to William and Bernice Clay. Shannon was the seventh of eight children, born 10 minutes after her twin sister, Mandy. Known for her fiery spirit and a willingness to always help people and animals in difficult...

Gregory Mitchell

Jan 19, 2025

Gregory "Shakie" Mitchell, age 72, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025. He was born on January 9, 1953 to Samuel and Aileen Mitchell in Plattsburgh, NY.

Greg retired from the Essex County Highway Department after nearly 30 years of service. He was a true craftsman who spent countless hours in his garage workshop, finding joy in the simple...

Mary Baumann

Jan 8, 2025

Mary Christine Baumann, a beloved mother, devoted spouse, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on March 7, 1945, in Glens Falls, NY, she was a vibrant spirit whose love for life touched everyone she met.

Mary was the heart of her family, a great mom who dedicated herself to her loved...

Tomlin Coggeshall

Jan 7, 2025

On the morning of January 7, 2025, Tomlin Perkins Coggeshall of Westport, New York, passed away at 70 years of age. Named after his father's close friend, painter Bradley Walker Tomlin, he was the only child of Susanna Wilson, fourth child of abstract minimalist painter, C. Calvert Coggeshall, and maternal grandson of progressive social reformer and first female U. S....

Irene Young

Jan 1, 2025

Irene Evelyn Young, passed away on January 1, 2025, at the age of 95 at home surrounded by her family. She was born on March 22, 1929, in Altona, NY to Velia and Eva Lucia.

Irene along with her husband owned and operated Young's Grocery, where she became a beloved of the community. Her store was not just a place to...

Matthew Dumas

Dec 7, 2024

Matthew Leonard Dumas, a beloved husband, father, son, and friend, left this world peacefully on December 7, 2024, at the age of 61. Born on October 9, 1963, in Cortland, NY, to Alden and Pauline Dumas, Matthew found his way to the serene beauty of Keene, where he embraced life to the fullest.

Matthew was a devoted carpenter, something he deeply...

Laureen Staats

Dec 3, 2024

Laureen Staats, 77, passed away on December 3, 2024, in Plattsburgh, NY.

In accordance with her wishes there will be no services.

Arrangements were entrusted to Heidrick Funeral Home, PO Box 188, 7521 Court St, Elizabethtown, NY 12932.

Robert Whittemore

Nov 29, 2024

Robert Sidney Whittemore, 86, (known to many as Sonny), of Lewis, NY, passed away peacefully at the Elderwood Nursing Home in Lake, Placid, NY, on Friday, November 29, 2024.

Preceded in death, by his dear wife, Barbara of 65 years. She was the love of his life. Siblings who passed before him are his brother, Edwin, and sisters, Terry and Shirley.

Loved...

Sandra McQueen

Nov 27, 2024

WESTPORT - Sandra Lee Mauran McQueen entered her eternal home on November 27, 2024 with her loved ones at her side. Born in Mineville, New York on August 22, 1941 to Irving W. and Gladys (DeGroff) Mauran.

She married the love of her life, Donald McQueen Sr. on November 18, 1961 in Westport where they resided for the remainder of their...

Scott Yakey

Nov 25, 2024

It is with a heavy and broken heart that we announce the passing of Scott Yakey, 71, of Plattsburgh.

Scott was born November 4, 1953 the son of Scott Yakey and Eunice (Alford) Yakey. He graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh with a bachelor of arts degree in 1975. He retired with 28 years of service from NYSDOCCS in 2005. He received a...