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Matthew Dumas

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

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

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

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

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...

Richard Sherman

Richard Sherman

Nov 22, 2024

Richard Medary Sherman, a beloved husband, father, and pillar of the community of Westport, NY passed away peacefully on November 22, 2024. He was born on January 30, 1934, in Elizabethtown, NY, was the firstborn son of Richard Sherman, Sr. and Patti Medary Sherman.

Richard's commitment to hard work and family values shone through in all aspects of his...

Lisa Frenier

Lisa Frenier

Nov 20, 2024

Lisa Jane Frenier, a beloved resident of Willsboro, NY, passed away on November 20, 2024 at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital in Plattsburgh. Lisa was born on March 1, 1965, in Elizabethtown, NY.

Throughout her life, Lisa found joy tending to her gardens during the spring and summer months. A devoted mother and grandmother, she treasured spending time with her children, who...

Joyce Trombley

Joyce Trombley

Oct 26, 2024

Joyce Mae Trombley, 86 of Maryland Road in Plattsburgh NY passed away after a long battle with kidney dialysis on October 26, 2024 at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital. She was born on July 20, 1938 to Raymond R. Everleth, Sr. and Antoinette (Kate) Roland Guimond Everleth.

Joyce graduated from Plattsburgh High School. She married James F. Trombley on December 26, 1959....

John Torres

John Torres

Oct 25, 2024

John Torres, 69, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024.

A Graveside Service to celebrate his life and honor his memory will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the Willsboro Memorial Cemetery.

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

Marguerite Evariste

Marguerite Evariste

Oct 24, 2024

Marguerite Evariste, 84, passed away peacefully in Plattsburgh, New York on October 24, 2024.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter's Church in Plattsburgh. Interment will take place on Monday, November 4, 2024 at St. Peter's Cemetery.

Services were entrusted to Heidrick Funeral Home, 48 Court St., Plattsburgh, NY 12901.

David Downs

David Downs

Oct 23, 2024

BLUFFTON, SC--David A. Downs, 83, formerly of Elizabethtown, NY, died October 23, 2024 in Bluffton, SC where he resided with his wife of 57 years, Mary Downs. He was the eldest son of Marion (Sheehy) and Emmett Downs, born in Plattsburgh, NY on June 23, 1941. He is survived by Mary Downs, whom he married on February 4, 1967, and...

Alice Dowty

Alice Dowty

Oct 18, 2024

Alice Malone Dowty died in the early morning of Oct. 18, 2024, at her home in Westport, NY. She was 77 and a former longtime resident of Denham Springs, Louisiana.

She was a reporter for the Livingston Parish News for over 30 years. She won numerous state and national awards, mostly for best investigative reporting. She moved to New York after...

Ralph Darrah

Ralph Darrah

Oct 9, 2024

Ralph Allan Darrah, beloved son, father, and grandfather, passed away on October 9, 2024, at the age of 73. Born in Plattsburgh, New York on May 13, 1951, Ralph was known for his dedication to his community and will always be remembered as "Papa Smurf", which was a testament to his love for his family.

Ralph dedicated over three decades of...

William Denton

William Denton

Oct 8, 2024

William A. Denton at the age of 89, passed away on October 8, 2024, after a long illness. He was born in Utica, NY on April 27, 1935, and spent most of his life in Elizabethtown, NY.

He was predeceased by his parents, William D. Denton and Gertrude Bacon Denton. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Anne Marie...

Mary Driscoll

Mary Driscoll

Oct 8, 2024

Mary Clare Driscoll, a beloved mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on October 8, 2024, just two days shy of her 74th birthday. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Mary lived a life full of love, dedication, and devotion to her family and her career in education.

After earning two master's degrees in secondary...

Nancy Frohnheiser

Nancy Frohnheiser

Oct 8, 2024

Nancy Jo Frohnheiser, passed away on October 8, 2024, in Plattsburgh, NY, at the age of 55. Born in Plattsburgh on March 10, 1969, Nancy was a beloved member of the community, known for her 22 years of service at the New Hampshire State Veteran's Home.

Nancy always had a passion for cooking and shared her talents with many throughout her...

Jean Coolidge

Jean Coolidge

Sep 30, 2024

In loving memory of Jean Marie Coolidge, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and cherished member of the Keene community, it is with both solemn hearts and grateful spirits that we announce the upcoming funeral services and ceremonies honoring her remarkable life.

Jean Marie Coolidge, passed away surrounded by her loving family on September 30, 2024. Born on July 11, 1932, in...

Gloria Pfund

Gloria Pfund

Sep 27, 2024

Gloria Grace Pfund passed away on September 27, 2024, at the age of 78, surrounded by her loving family in her home in Westport, NY. Born in Lake Placid, NY, on November 29, 1945, Gloria was the beloved daughter of Robert Forbes and Beatrice Ferris.

Throughout her life, Gloria was known for her kind, thoughtful, and generous spirit, always putting others...

Lance Smith

Lance Smith

Sep 18, 2024

It is with great sorrow and pain that the family of Lance D. Smith announce his passing, as the result of a motor vehicle accident on September 18, 2024.

Lance was born to parents Leamon W. Smith and Louise Tromblee Smith on December 8, 1966. He lived in Lewis, NY his entire life.

Until age 21, Lance attended the Special Education program...

Matthew Porter, Jr.

Matthew Porter, Jr.

Sep 14, 2024

Matthew James Porter, Jr., born on October 22, 2003, in Saranac Lake, NY, passed away on September 14, 2024, in Keene Valley, NY. He was a cherished son of Matthew and Melanie Porter.

Matthew was a hard-working construction worker who attended CV-TECH, where his hands-on skills shone brightly. He had a knack for building things, having crafted benches and Adirondack chairs...

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