In Memoriam Robert Charles Sharp, Jr., 75 February 27, 1946 – June 30, 2021 ONEONTA – Robert Charles Sharp, Jr., 75, passed away at home and at peace on June 30, 2021. He was born February 27, 1946 in Oneonta, the son of Robert Charles Sharp, Sr. and Mary Bridget O’Brien. Bob married Antoinette Ester Bourne “Toni” at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Oneonta in September of 1964. He was a contractor, stone masonry, partial proprietor of The Royal Grill,…
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In Memoriam John D. Robinson, 83 October 15, 1937 – July 4, 2021 PHOENIX MILLS – John D. Robinson, a Cooperstown native son and avid outdoorsman, passed away late Sunday night, July 4, 2021, at Cooperstown Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. He was 83. Born October 15, 1937, in Cooperstown, he was one of three sons of Torrey G. and Leonore M. (Goddard) Robinson. John could trace his long-standing family roots in Otsego County back to 1792 when his ancestors…
In Memoriam Dr. Balázs Seléndy, 83 September 5, 1937 – July 5, 2021 Dr. Balázs Seléndy, born in Budapest, Hungary, to Jenö Seléndy and Irén Kosma on September 5, 1937, passed away peacefully in his home on July 5, 2021, after an intense and devoted life of public service and study in three countries. He spent his last years in the pursuit of lifelong passions, including for reflection, writing, reading, karate, and photography, living quietly with his beloved Patricia Gambitta…
In Memoriam Ruth Schweinfurth, 83 Passionate volunteer with local food bank, Susquehanna SPCA, others. COOPERSTOWN – Long-time Cooperstown resident Ruth Schweinfurth passed away on June 23, 2021, after a brief struggle with cancer. She passed peacefully at her home, comforted by her loving daughters and her beloved dogs. She was 83 years young. Ruth’s life’s work focused on improving the lives of others. She was passionate about nursing, her first calling, and equally passionate about her volunteer work in the…
In Memoriam Frieda M. Scanlon, 85 Jan. 16, 1936 – Jun. 25, 2021 WESTVILLE – Frieda M. Scanlon, 85, of Westville, passed away the morning of June 25, 2021, at her home, after a long battle with dementia. She was born January 16, 1936, in Smyrna, one of six children of Luman S. and Esther L. (Knochenmus) Ward. Her family eventually settled to Carlisle. She graduated from Cobleskill High School. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Sueann and…
In Memoriam Richard B. Carman, 60 Feb. 1, 1961 – Jun. 23, 2021 Richard B. Carman, 60 of Edmeston, passed away at his home on Wednesday June 23, 2021 surrounded by his family. Richard was born on February 1, 1961 in Walton, NY. He was pre deceased by his step father Douglas Austin. Richard is survived by his wife Carol Carman, daughter Aimee Carman, daughter in law Destiny, granddaughters Novaleigh Grace and Rikkilynn Rose Carman, sons Austin Carman, Nicholas Buell,…
In Memoriam Lorraine E. Vesely, 79 Aug. 19, 1941 – Jun. 20, 2021 A lifetime of love, laughter, music and memories has been successfully completed for Lorraine E. Vesely (nee Dougherty) on June 20, 2021. At 79 years old, Lorraine still radiated sunlight from her beautiful face, and held that sense of humor that will always be remembered by those who loved her. And there are many of us. Born to John (Jack) and Anna Dougherty on August 19, 1941…
In Memoriam Charlotte Perry Koniuto, 80 Sept. 29, 1940 – Jun. 13, 2021 MILFORD – Charlotte Perry Koniuto, who served as the Otsego County Clerk and was an active member of the Republican Party, passed away unexpectedly late Sunday night, June 13, 2021, at Basset Medical Center in Cooperstown. She was 80. Born Charlotte Jean Perry September 29, 1940, at home in the Town of Minden near Canajoharie, she was a daughter of Melvin David Perry, Sr. and Dorothy (Madison)…
In Memoriam Walter (Walt) Rasmussen, 87 Feb. 25, 1934 – Jun. 14, 2021 On Monday, June 14, 2021, Walter (Walt) Rasmussen at age 87, left this earth for a much better place. He was born February 25, 1934, in Queens, New York to Jack and Anna Rasmussen. Walter attended Milford Central School. In his early working career, he assisted his father in the plumbing trades. Walter was always interested in electronics and for a short period of time had his…
In Memoriam Gretchen Morrison, 42 Teacher, lifelong Cooperstown resident COOPERSTOWN – Gretchen Morrison, a teacher and lifelong resident of the Cooperstown area, died unexpectedly June 11, 2021, at the age of 42. Gretchen is survived by her loving mother and stepdad, Sandra and William Stockdale, her siblings and their spouses, Gregory and Lisa Marie Morrison, Glenda and Matt Vatovec, and Glenn and Michelle Morrison. Gretchen is also survived by her beautiful children, whom she loved very dearly, Konrad, Violet, and…
