Allen Washburn
Feb 22, 2026
Allen Graham "Blitz" Washburn, a lifelong resident of Sullivan County, passed away on February 22, 2026, in Harris, New York. He was born on August 11, 1956, in Liberty, NY to the late Alfred and Anna Washburn and was raised and educated in Liberty, NY.
Allen was predeceased by his beloved wife, Linda D. Washburn; his parents, Anna and Alfred;...
Shirley A. Toomey
Feb 19, 2026
Shirley A. Toomey of Forestburg, New York passed away on February 19, 2026, at the age of 88.
Born June 14, 1937, Shirley worked for many years as an assistant manager at Rite Aid and was an active member of the Forestburg Senior Citizens Club. She enjoyed her scratch-offs and numbers, sharing a good Italian meal, but above all, she...
Gary Brooks
Feb 15, 2026
Gary D. Brooks, 72, of New York, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, at Garnet Health Medical Center in Middletown.
Born on June 19, 1953, in Kingston, Gary was the beloved son of Dolores Perty Brooks and the late Henry Brooks. He grew into a man known for his talent, humor, and deep love for family and the outdoors.
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Sipporah Tartakoff
Feb 15, 2026
Sipporah Tartakoff, known to her friends as "Sippy," passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026 at 97 years old at her residence at the Oaks at Menorah Park in Dewitt, NY. She leaves for us to remember her generous heart, love of people, vibrant personality, and an indominable spirit. Sippy was born in Calcutta, India in 1928 and was schooled...
James E. Bowers
Feb 10, 2026
James E. Bowers, a lifelong resident of the area, passed away on February 10, 2026, at Garnet Health Medical Center. He was 78.
Born on June 22, 1947, in Loch Sheldrake, New York, James was the son of the late Fred Bowers and Rose Wade.
James proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a dedicated member...
Harry Hinkley
Feb 8, 2026
Harry E. Hinkley, 66, passed away peacefully at the Kaplan Family Residence with his daughter by his side. He was born on December 25, 1959, in Liberty, New York, and was the son of the late Harry E. Hinkley and Arlene E. Smith.
Harry spent much of his life in Swan Lake, where he also grew up in his childhood...
Gordon Leigh Miller
Feb 6, 2026
Gordon Leigh Miller Sr., 95, passed away on February 6, 2026. He was born on February 17, 1930, to the late Edgar and Jane Miller.
Gordon proudly served in the United States Army from 1951 to 1953, where he worked as an aircraft mechanic. Following his military service, he spent many years working as a mechanic, security guard, and maintenance...
Robert J Kahn
Feb 6, 2026
Robert J. Kahn, born on March 19, 1956, passed away after a short illness on February 6, 2026. He was 69 years old.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be sent to: Hospice of Orange and Sullivan; Woodbourne Fire Department PO 45; and Woodbourne Emergency Services PO 45.
Family services will be held in private.
Carl William Janocha
Feb 4, 2026
Father Carl William Janocha, known for his wit, humor and always being able to put a smile on the face of those he served, died Feb. 3. He was 78.
The vigil will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, at Saint John Nepomuk Catholic Church in Yukon. The Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb....
Maureen Maxwell
Jan 29, 2026
Maureen K. Maxwell, 64, passed away peacefully at home on January 29, 2026, with her devoted husband by her side.
Maureen was born on March 3, 1961, in Bohemia, New York, to the late Lawrence and Grace Conway. She grew up in Brooklyn, where her vibrant personality and love for life were evident from a young age.
For many years,...
William George Davis
Jan 28, 2026
William "Bill" Davis a lifelong resident of Livingston Manor passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, at Garnet Health Medical Center. He was 57 years old.
Bill was born on February 7, 1968, in Liberty, NY, to the late Robert Davis and Janet Kleingardner Davis. Bill was deeply rooted in his community and well known by many who were fortunate...
Jeanette Kelly
Jan 26, 2026
Jeanette Kelly, born on January 15, 1945 to Silas and Ethel Kelly, passed away on January 26, 2026, at the age of 81.
Jeanette spent a good share of her life on South Hill in Grahamsville, New York. Due to an ongoing illness, she lived the later portion of her life at New Hope Community in Loch Sheldrake.
Survivors include...
Charles Johnston
Jan 17, 2026
Charles N. Johnston, 75, of Shandelee/Livingston Manor passed away peacefully at home, on Saturday, January 17, 2026, surrounded by his family.
He was born on December 22, 1950, to C. Nelson Johnston and Agnes Hresko Johnston in Paterson, New Jersey.
Raised in Roscoe, Charles attended St. Aloysius School and graduated from Roscoe Central School. Charles was a proud graduate of...
Mary Rodriguez
Jan 13, 2026
Mary Louise Rodriguez passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Garnet Health Medical Center in Harris, New York. She was 80 years old.
Mary was born on February 11, 1945, in Glen Wild, New York, to the late John W. Jones and the late Ruth M. Morris. Throughout her life, Mary was deeply devoted to her family. She cherished...
Joe Heilman
Jan 10, 2026
Joe Franklin Heilman, a long-time resident of Sullivan County, died peacefully on January 10, 2026.
Joe was born on January 3, 1941, to the late Joseph Paul Heilman and Mary Louise Wise.
His beloved partner of 36 years, Bill Wallace, passed away a few years prior. He was born in Frankfort, Kentucky and left there for California where he went to college...
Roseann Helms
Jan 8, 2026
Roseann Helms passed away in the morning on January 8, 2026. She passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her children. She was 89 years old.
Roseann was born in Newark, NJ, on November 23, 1936, to the late Thomas and Theresa Purcell.
She was their only child. Roseann married the love of her life, William Helms, on June...
George Decker
Jan 4, 2026
George Decker passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on January 4, 2026.
George was born on July 1, 1941, in Staten Island, New York, to the late Helen Schlaefer and William Decker. From an early age, he developed a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for hands-on craftsmanship-qualities that would define his life.
A dedicated...
Vincent Ziniewicz
Jan 2, 2026
Vincent Raymond Ziniewicz passed away on January 2, 2026, at Garnet Health Medical Center. He was 81 years old.
Vincent was born on June 27, 1944, in Ashland, Pennsylvania, and was the son of the late Ruth Freed. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam war before beginning a lifelong career in education...
Rose Marie Cuttita
Jan 2, 2026
Rose Marie Cuttita, 87, of Divine Corners, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on January 2nd, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Rose was born on November 30, 1938. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who devoted her entire life to her family. She was a source of love, warmth and strength to all...
Fannie Rose
Jan 1, 2026
Fannie Emrick Rose of Napanoch, passed away peacefully at home on January 1, 2026. She was born May 27, 1938, in Kerhonkson, NY.
Fannie graduated from Kerhonkson school, moving to Napanoch with her parents and sister, Judy, who predeceased her, then met the love of her life, Robert, who predeceased her July 2023. Fanny and Robert spent 65 years together, raising five children.
Fannie leaves behind her daughter, Barbara Slater...
