Obituaries

Apr 19, 2024

Nancy A. Lent passed away on April 19th at the Pine Haven Nursing Home. Born July 29, 1941 in Yonkers, NY she was the daughter of the late Willaim B. and Lola Courtney Stoll.

Nancy moved from Yonkers to Mahopac, when she was 13, graduating from Mahopac High School. She moved with her husband to Chatham in...

Apr 4, 2024

Christa Montano, born Dec 24th, 1928, died peacefully in her sleep early on Wednesday morning, April 4th, 2024, at Camp Hill Ghent in Chatham NY.

Born in Berlin Germany, Christa spent her years as a young adult seeking light and beauty through the studies of classical arts and alternative thinkers arising out of the darkness of war....

Mar 21, 2024

Steve Sorros passed away March 21, 2024, born August 6, 1935, he was the son of the late Sozon and Stavroula Sorros.

As a young man, Steve completed his service in the Greek Navy and then worked on oil ships in Greece before moving to America in 1961.

Shortly after moving he met the love...

Mar 7, 2024

Marjorie A. Russell of Ghent, NY passed away March 7, 2024 in her home surrounded by family. A lifelong resident of Columbia County, Marjorie was born March 1,1943 in Chatham, NY. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Alice (Berger) Goerlitz of Red Rock.

Marjorie is survived by her husband of 59 years,Thomas F.C. Russell,...

Feb 7, 2024

Arthur M. Fuss Born January 28, 1936, in Ghent, NY passed away peacefully, in the loving care of many, in the comfort of his own home on February 7, 2024.He was predeceased by his parents Phillip M. and Zefferina M. Gardina Fuss. He is survived by his brother Phillip R. (Louise)Fuss of Manahawkin, NJ., two nieces and two great...

Feb 4, 2024

September 23, 1956 - February 4, 2024

Patricia was born and raised in Shrewsbury, MA.

She attended St. Mary's school in Shrewsbury, Notre Dame Academy in Worcester, and college in Worcester earning a BS in English and Spanish and her degree in nursing.

Attending Catholic school had a profound effect on Patricia's faith...

Jan 29, 2024

Paul J. Davis, Jr., 64, of Manchester, CT, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Anne (Flaum) Davis for 41 special years.

Born on February 25, 1959, in Hudson, NY, he was the son of Shirley (Gagnon) Davis and the late Paul J. Davis, Sr.

Paul grew up in...

Jan 23, 2024

Robert Malcolm Davis, 92, entered into eternal rest on January 23, 2024 at The Community at Rockhill in Sellersville, PA after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his family. Bob was born on April 7, 1931 in Albany, New York, the son of Howard and Lina Davis. Bob resided in Round Lake, NY for 51 years with his...

Jan 22, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we are sharing that Corinne A. Summers, otherwise known as Nana, has been called home to be with the Lord. Surrounded by her family, she peacefully transitioned on January 22, 2024.

She is survived by her daughter, Naomi Pitts (Micheal Moore), and son Jason (Shelly) Summers Sr, her three grandchildren,...

Jan 22, 2024

Ronnie H. Porter passed away January 22, 2024 at home. Ron was born August 20, 1947 and would later come to Columbia County. He loved Fishing and hunting and walking through the village. Many will remember him strolling through the village with a bright smile and a wave hello. He was predeceased by his wife Kathleen Stack. Services were...

Jan 18, 2024

W. Roger Goold of Chatham Center, NY passed away peacefully on January 18th, 2024 with his loving family by his side. Roger was born August 17th, 1941 to W. Gordon Goold and Arline E. Goold (Doty) at Hudson Hospital. Roger graduated from Chatham High School in 1960. As a child, he grew up exploring the Goold Farm, as well...

Jan 1, 2024

John Louis Casterella Sr. was born June19th in White Plains NY and passed away Monday, January 1st. 2024. He was the son of the late Daniel and Francis Surace Casterella.

John worked at Crellin Inc. for 31 years. After he retired he worked part time at Chatham Autoparts. John also worked at Lebanon Valley as an Official...

Dec 22, 2023

CHATHAM – Barbara Jean Freidel of Chatham died December 22, 2023 at St. Peter's Hospital's Hospice Unit after a lengthy battle with health issues.

Barbara was born in Hudson August 6, 1949, the daughter of Harvey and Pauline (Caron) McCagg.

She is survived by a son, Health Freidel (Rebecca) of East Greenbush, grandchildren, Riley and...

Dec 19, 2023

Jean (Jane) C. Beaven, died peacefully at home on December 19th, 2023 after a short illness. She was born May 29th, 1934 in Baltimore, MD. , daughter of Eldridge Houston Campbell, MD and Eleanor Brown Campbell. She was predeceased by her husband, John L. Beaven and her stepson, Christopher N.G. Beaven. She is survived by her stepdaughter Jacqueline L....

Dec 16, 2023

Alan Francis "Socko" Tinger a cherished brother, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2023 after a valiant battle with cancer. Born on July 29, 1947 in Hudson, NY, his final days were spent at Berkshire Medical Center, surrounded by his family.

Socko was a man of honor and courage, having served his country...

Dec 14, 2023

Charlene Louise Eigenbrodt, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2023, in York, South Carolina. Born on April 16, 1951, in Albany, NY, she was the beloved daughter of the late Robert F, Sr. and Marion Ringer Blair.

She grew up in Nassau until she moved to Chatham, where she lived most of her life. Her childhood was...

Dec 4, 2023

Paul Davis Sr., born on April 6, 1934, in Albany, New York, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2023, at Columbia Memorial Hospital.

Paul grew up in North Chatham, graduated from high school and embarked on a summer adventure that saw him touring with Borden's Elsie the Cow. This unique experience was a prelude to his commitment...

Dec 1, 2023

Jeanne A. Cunningham, affectionately known as Bunny to her family, passed away peacefully at home with her family on December 1, 2023, in Kinderhook, New York. Born on March 19, 1944, in Hudson, New York, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Eva Nichols Cunningham. Jeanne was the sister of Stephen (Vicki) Cunningham and was predeceased by...

Nov 25, 2023

CHATHAM — John R. Crellin, 75, died peacefully at the Hebrew Home in Riverdale, N.Y., on Nov. 25, 2023, of complications from Alzheimer's disease.

John was born on May 24, 1948, in Pittsfield, Mass., the son of Jack and Cate (Summerfield) Crellin. He spent his childhood in Spencertown, N.Y., and on Queechy Lake in Canaan, N.Y. He...

Nov 24, 2023

Rose Knox, passed away on November 24, 2023, at Sloan Kettering Hospital. Born on July 3, 1958, in Brooklyn,

Rose was a dedicated professional who devoted over thirty-seven years to the Veterinary industry. Her love for animals was evident in her work, and extended into her personal life, particularly towards her beloved Corgi, Zoey.

Rose...