Sherrie Ann Stieberitz
Jul 14, 2026
Sherrie Ann Stieberitz, 73, passed away peacefully at her home in Ghent on July 14, 2026. She was born on March 13, 1953, in Bourne, Massachusetts.
Sherrie was known for her gentle spirit, compassionate heart, and unwavering devotion to those she loved. She dedicated more than twenty years to Sheep Meadow Animal Hospital in Ghent as a veterinary technician, where her...
Clarence E. Proper
Jul 6, 2026
Clarence E. Proper “Skip”, 78, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026 at home surrounded by those he loved. He was born on December 1, 1947 in Hudson to the late Raymond “Gubby” and Eleanor (Felpel) Proper. Skip was a lifelong resident of Philmont. In 1966, he graduated from Ockawamick High School and went on to attend Albany Business College....
Stephen J. Pearlman
Jul 5, 2026
Stephen J. Pearlman, known to everyone as Steve, of Manhattan and Spencertown, New York, died on July 5, 2026 at the age of 82. He was a real estate finance professional and a teacher for nearly four decades. Most importantly, he was a builder of community wherever he went.
Steve was born on March 12, 1944, in Brooklyn to Irwin and...
J. Thomas Clark
Jul 4, 2026
J. Thomas “Tom” Clark passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at his beloved cottage on Back Cove in Maine, alongside Nancy, his wife of 63 years. It was a fitting place and a fitting day for a man who so loved the Fourth of July, his family, and the Maine coast.
Some people leave behind accomplishments. Tom Clark left...
Marcia Parlman
Jul 4, 2026
Marcia Parlman, 85, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, at Ghent Nursing & Rehabilitation. Born on February 9, 1941, in Rutland, Vermont, she was the daughter of Francis and Louise (McCarty) Weaver.
Marcia’s early years in Vermont helped shape her lifelong love of learning. She graduated from college at Trinity College in her home state, majoring in Philosophy and English....
Timothy Calyer
Jun 24, 2026
Timothy (Tim,TC) P. Calyer of Chatham Center passed away on June 24, 2026 at the Grand at Barnwell Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
Predeceased by his mother , Pearl (Tator) Ingham, step-father Paul Ingham and father Theodore Calyer.
Tim attended Chatham Central School, and retired from the Town of Chatham highway department after 29 years of service. A past member of the Tri-Village...
Patricia Ann Niles
Jun 24, 2026
Patricia “Pat” (Sheffer) Niles of Ghent, New York, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026. Pat was a beloved wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. She was kind, generous, a devoted sports fan, loved a party, and a good cocktail. She was a memorable woman that enjoyed life and those around her. She will be...
Barbara Ann Spencer
Jun 18, 2026
Barbara Spencer passed away on June 18, 2026 with family at her bedside. Her health had been in decline over the past few years and she had long before made peace with her fate. She made her friends and family laugh with her quick wit and expressed deep love and gratitude for both those around her and those who could...
Richard Hallenbeck
Jun 14, 2026
Richard Hallenbeck, 46, of Valatie, born on October 20, 1979, in Cooperstown, passed away on June 14, 2026, at Albany Medical Center. His presence touched the lives of many, and his memory will be cherished by those who knew and loved him.
Richard dedicated a significant portion of his life working as a cleaner for the family business, demonstrating unwavering dedication...
Mark S. Torrey
Jun 13, 2026
Mark S. Torrey, formally of Chatham passed away peacefully June 13, 2026 under the care of Ormond Beach Hospice. Mark was born July 11, 1962 to the late Jack and Mary (Swan) Torrey and was a graduate of Chatham High School Class of 1979 where he participated in baseball and basketball. Mark’s passion was always music and he spend many...
Scott Zuckerman
Jun 12, 2026
S. Scott Zuckerman, a dedicated artist renowned for his evocative wildlife paintings, and a lifelong lover of the outdoors, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026, at his home in Hudson, New York. He was born on June 1, 1951, in Port Washington, New York, to the late Martin and Georgette (Burns) Zuckerman. Throughout his 75 years, Scott cultivated a...
Barbara Borsh
Jun 4, 2026
Barbara Joyce (Lyle) Borsh
Beloved mother to 4 daughters passed away on June 4, 2026. She leaves behind a legacy of hard work, kindness, generosity and an open heart for anyone who needed it, as well as a great many cherished hand knitted blankets and fond memories of Christmas cookies and lasagna. Her door and her heart were always open, she...
Kelly Berger
Jun 1, 2026
Kelly Marcelene Westover Berger, 62, of Chatham passed away peacefully at St. Peter’s Hospice Inn on June 1, 2026, following a long illness.
Kelly worked for 33 years at Rigor Hill Diner, where she formed friendships with many loyal customers, both locals and the occasional celebrity guest (Treat Williams!). Kelly loved cooking; dancing (especially to the late, great Ernie Williams!); gardening...
John Taylor
May 31, 2026
John "Jack" Taylor, 83, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a lifetime of laughter, friendship, and fish stories that may or may not have been entirely true.
Born in Hudson, New York, on February 26, 1943, Jack was predeceased by his parents, John and Evelyn (Staats) Taylor and sister, Joan Van Alstyne. He graduated from Hudson High School in 1961.
He served 35...
Eileen Salvatore
May 20, 2026
Eileen Salvatore, 68, of Hudson, passed away on May 20, 2026, at the Ghent Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Born on February 14, 1958, in Hudson, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Delores (Shook) Salvatore. Eileen’s life was marked by kindness, generosity, and a deep love for her family and friends. Eileen dedicated much of her career to...
Elizabeth Gaupman
May 14, 2026
Elizabeth “Betty” Kutas Gaupman passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, at Park Manor in Middletown, New York. She was born on May 20, 1935, in Yorkville, New York, the daughter of Martin and Bernice (Glod) Kutas.
Betty dedicated much of her professional life to the Chatham Central Schools and the Chatham Public Library. A graduate of the Albany College of...
Deborah Shepardson
May 14, 2026
Deborah Shepardson, 89, of Chatham and Piseco New York, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Harry F. and Anna G. Paul of Little Falls, New York. She graduated from Little Falls High School Class of 1955 and attended SUNY Oneonta.
Debbie met her late husband as recreation staff in Furnace Street Park in...
June L. Harrison
May 9, 2026
June L. (McComb) Harrison, affectionately known as “Judy,” passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026, at the age of 86, surrounded by her loving children.
Born on June 28, 1939, Judy was the daughter of the late Robert and Doris (Whiffen) McComb. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, David “Butch” Harrison and her...
Virginia T. Radley
May 5, 2026
Virginia Tobias Radley, 101, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Born in Chatham Center, New York on July 14, 1924, she was the daughter of James and Harriet (Crandall) Tobias. Virginia graduated from Northfield Seminary in East Northfield, MA in 1942. She attended the Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in Brooklyn, New York earning her diploma (RN)...
John J. Riscavage
Apr 29, 2026
John J. Riscavage, affectionately known to many as "Johnny Love," passed away on April 29, 2026, at New York Presbyterian Hospital in Manhattan with his wife by his side. Born on December 29, 1961, in Albany. The son of Joseph and Frances (Macarilla) Riscavage.
John’s career was a testament to his selfless nature. After graduating from Maple Hill High School and...
