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Norma A. Monnat
Jan 21, 2026
Norma Monnat, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, January 21, 2026, at the age of 93.
Norma was born on August 1, 1932, in Croghan, the daughter of the late Alvin and Erma (Kloster) Boliver. She attended Father Leo Memorial School and married Stanley F. Monnat on June 25, 1955, at St. Anthony's Church in Indian River. A devoted homemaker,...
Joseph M. Powell, Jr.
Jan 15, 2026
CARTHAGE — Joseph Powell Jr., 85, died peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving wife, Brenda, and his family.
Joe was born on August 15, 1940, in Carthage to the late Joseph Powell Sr. and Dorothy (Narrows) Powell. He attended Deferiet Elementary School and Carthage High School before enlisting in the United States Navy in...
Marie B. Lofink
Jan 13, 2026
Marie B. Lofink, 87, of Carthage, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Wynn Hospital in Utica, NY. Born on October 17, 1938, in Watertown, NY, she was the daughter of the late Leslie and Ruth (Favret) Bowman.
Marie graduated from West Carthage High School in 1956. On October 11, 1958, she married Harold L. Lofink at St....
Edwin Allen Pierce
Jan 9, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Edwin Allen Pierce, 77, has retired from living, having passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026 at the Hospice House of Jefferson County. This happened about 13 years later than it was supposed to, after adding a new type of cancer to his frequent shopper card in what might be considered...
Carolyn D. Hamilton
Dec 28, 2025
CARTHAGE- Carolyn D. Hamilton, 81, formerly of 222 State Street., Carthage died peacefully on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at the Carthage Area Hospital with her loving daughter at her side.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. She will be laid to rest in the spring in the Sulfur Springs Cemetery.
Carolyn was born on November 11, 1944,...
Jean M. Williams
Dec 27, 2025
Jean M. Williams, 85, of 8 Rulison St., Carthage, died peacefully on Saturday evening, December 27, 2025, at Carthage Area Hospital with her loving family at her side.
Jean was born in West Carthage on November 24, 1940, to the late Harry & Monica (Coyer) Nevills. She was the third daughter of six, including Joan Ferris, Harriet Trowbridge, Linda Gaines, Virginia...
Joyce E. Miller
Dec 23, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Joyce E. Miller, who passed away peacefully at her home in Castorland on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the age of 68. Formerly a resident of Deer River, Joyce will be remembered for her dedicated service and her active involvement in her community and church.
Born on...
Carl A. Pignone
Dec 22, 2025
CARTHAGE- Carl A. Pignone, 88, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 22, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida, with his family by his side. Born on May 27, 1937, in Carthage to the late Anthony and Antoinette (DeCilles) Pignone, Sr., Carl was a 1953 graduate of Augustinian Academy. He enlisted in the United States Army's 11th Airborne Division on March 25, 1955,...
Judith Ann Mowel
Dec 22, 2025
Massena—Judith A. “Judy” Mowel, 70, formerly of Ogdensburg, ended her earthly journey peacefully at her son Joe’s home early Monday morning, December 22, 2025.
She was born on August 8, 1955, to the late Robert & Betty Craig and was a graduate of Lisbon Central School.
She married Gerald LeClair, and they lived on Ogden Street in Ogdensburg for over 30 years...
Margy M. Smith
Dec 14, 2025
Carthage, NY - Margy M. Smith, 86, of Carthage, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Pennsylvania, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Carthage, NY on June 4, 1939, Margy was the daughter of the late Joseph and Edna (Schermerhorn) Mono. She attended school in Carthage.
She married Ronald L. Smith on...
Bryan S. Jeffers
Dec 11, 2025
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Bryan S. Jeffers, who died peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY, at the age of 45, surrounded by his loving family.
Per his wishes, his services will be held privately by his family, there will be a Celebration of Life Service to be announced,...
Mildred E. Boley
Nov 28, 2025
CALCIUM- Mildred E. Boley, 104, of Calcium, NY, died peacefully on Friday, November 28, 2025, at the Samaritan Summit Village in Watertown, NY.
Born on October 29, 1921, in Sayreville, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late William R. and Dorothy (Guertler) Grover. Mildred attended Sayreville schools and Drakes Business School, she worked as a...
Frank Lee Clark
Nov 26, 2025
CARTHAGE - Frank Lee Clark, 75, of Carthage, died peacefully on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at his home. Frank was born on December 15, 1949, in Watertown, NY, the son of the late Harold R. and Katherine (Files) Clark. He was a 1968 graduate of Carthage Central High School. He married Kristine A. (McMahon) on December 31,...
Sharon M. Schermerhorn
Nov 16, 2025
Sharon M. (Gokey) Schermerhorn
Lowville- Sharon M. Schermerhorn, 79, formerly of Texas Road in Carthage, died peacefully on Sunday, November 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at the Lewis County General Hospital in Lowville.
Born in Utica, NY on December 28, 1945, Sharon was the daughter of the late Telesphore...
Tobias Houppert
Oct 30, 2025
Tobias Joseph Houppert
February 12, 1982 – October 30, 2025
Tobias "Toby" Houppert, 43, passed away on October 30, 2025, after a brief stay at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY, surrounded by his devoted family.
Born on February 12, 1982, Toby was the beloved son of John and...
Belva Ruth Hall
Oct 28, 2025
Belva Ruth Hall, who died peacefully on the evening of October 28, 2025, at the age of 92, surrounded by her loving family.
In accordance with her wishes, private family services will be held, and she will be laid to rest in the Evans Mills Cemetery.
Belva was born on May 5, 1933, in Hounsfield...
Sandra "Sandy" A. Cannan
Oct 24, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of Sandra "Sandy" Cannan, who died peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025, at the Wynn Hospital in Utica, NY, at the age of 54.
Per her wishes, there will be no formal services. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
Born on September 13,...
Margaret A. (Archer) Garris
Oct 22, 2025
Margaret A. (Archer) Garris, age 92, passed away peacefully, with family by her side, on October 22, 2025. She was living in Savannah, Georgia at the time, with her daughter. Margaret was born in Pinkney, New York on January 9, 1933, and spent her childhood in Champion, New York.
Margaret leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter,...
Gus A. Becker Jr.
Oct 21, 2025
Ogdensburg- Gus A. Becker Jr., who passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening October 21st, 2025, at the Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center under the care of hospice. He was 93 years old and resided in Ogdensburg, NY, formerly of Laredo, Texas. Gus was surrounded by his devoted wife, Beverly, and his loving extended family. He will be remembered as a beloved...
Mona R. Thomas
Oct 13, 2025
Carthage- Mona R. Ventiquattro Thomas, age 72, passed away peacefully on early morning Monday, October 13, 2025, at the Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY, under the compassionate care of her loving husband Bill and family.
Calling Hours will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 4:00pm-7:00pm at the Bezanilla-McGraw Funeral Home, located at 518 State...
