IN MEMORIAM: Michael Melius, 32; Oneonta Landscaper Born In Sidney ONEONTA – Michael Robert James Melius, Jr., 32, a landscaper in Oneonta, passed away Saturday, May 27, 2017. Michael was born the son of Joan and Michael Melius, Sr. on Feb. 9, 1985, in Sidney.…
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IN MEMORIAM: Ronald Luettger, 58; Retired 25-Year Teacher At Unatego ONEONTA – Ronald Luettger, 58, retired 25-year teacher in the Unatego Central School District, passed away Monday, May 29, 2017. Ronald was born on Dec. 29, 1958 in Brooklyn, the son of Franz and Elke (Schumacher) Luettger. He grew up on Long Island, graduating from North Babylon Senior High School, where he was active in jazz bands and track, holding the half-mile track record for many years. Outside of school…
Cooperstown Warrior’s Baby Girl Sleeps Through Dad’s Hits, Runs Cooperstown’s Wounded Warrior Nick Clark, in right photo, hits what would lead to the first run in this afternoon’s softball game against Cooperstown firefighters at Doubleday Field. But daughter Stella, top photo, in her mom’s arms, slept through all the excitement. Mom Kirsten chats with Kaitlyn DiPippo by the entryway to the historic field. If you hurry, you can catch the second game, between the Warriors and a combined NYCM/Five Star…
With Memorial Day Weekend, Chamber Opens Tourist Kiosk…
Jackie Robinson’s Widow Wins 4th O’Neil Award For Character COOPERSTOWN – The Baseball Hall of Fame board of directors today announced it has selected Rachel Robinson, Jackie Robinson’s widow, as the 2017 recipient of the John Jordan “Buck” O’Neil Lifetime Achievement Award. She becomes the fourth winner of the Buck O’Neil Award, established in 2007 to honor an individual whose efforts broadened the game’s appeal and whose character, integrity and dignity is comparable to the late O’Neil, who passed away…
IN MEMORIAM: Bill Schraft, 83; Worked For Best Brands, Bugbee OTEGO – William “Bill” H. Schraft, 83 of Otego, passed away at his home on May 17, 2017, after a short battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family and his devoted dog Midnight. Bill was born on Nov. 2, 1933, in Oneonta, to William H. Schraft, Sr. and Sophie (Kovatchich). He graduated from Oneonta High School in 1952, then spent two years in the Army. Bill worked for Best…
BROOKWOOD POINT Ed Rowley’s Portfolio Raised in the Town of Oneonta, Ed Rowley spent many boyhood summers at his family’s camp on Otsego Lake, soon becoming familiar with such Glimmerglass’ charms as Brookwood Gardens, about a mile up the west wide of the lake, then owned by the late Bob Cook. Later, as Rowley pursued a lifelong interest in photography, he captured hundreds of images of the much-beloved property. With Otsego Land Trust’s Grand Reopening of the 22-acre lakeside parcel…
IN MEMORIAM: Gilbert F. Sherman, 90; WWII Veteran, Wilber Bank Loan Officer ONEONTA – Gilbert F. Sherman, 90, a World War II veteran and retired Wilber Bank loan officer, passed away on May 12, 2017 at Fox Nursing Home. Previously, he lived in Milford. He was the husband of the late Jane (Schempf) Sherman. He was born on April 21, 1927 in Middleburgh, son of the late Lee and Edith (Fryar) Sherman. He graduated from Milford Central School in 1944.…
IN MEMORIAM: Aline M. Heller, 95; Native Daughter Active In Christ Church COOPERSTOWN – Aline M. Heller, a native of Cooperstown and long-time faithful member of Christ Church, passed away peacefully Wednesday afternoon, May 10, 2017, at her home in Hyde Park with her family and the Rector, the Rev’d Dane E. Boston by her side. She was 95. Born Dec. 1, 1921, in Cooperstown, Aline was a daughter of Harry Grant Campbell and Pearl née Vroman Campbell.…
Cycles of Generosity Cyclists Donate Winnings To Girls On The Run…