Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Fulton and Hannibal, NY
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Fulton and Hannibal, NY area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
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Kandi J. Denery
Sep 9, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kandi Jean Denery, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Kandi was born on Friday, September 13, 1963, in Oswego, New York, and passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, just shy of her 63rd birthday, in Palermo, New York.
Kandi is survived by her loving daughters, Jenny Stevens-Roberts...
Janet M. Lehtonen
Sep 7, 2026
Janet M. Lehtonen (Kellogg), 83, passed away September 7, 2026. Born April 1, 1943, to Stanley and Adeline Kellogg. Janet sold Lady Remington, Contempo and Lia Sophia jewelry, she was known as the scarf lady. She was also very active in Girl Scouts as a service coordinator. Janet spent many hours working at the Palermo Church during rummage sales and...
John R. Stellingwerf
Sep 7, 2026
John Stellingwerf, 58, of Fulton, passed away from a motorcycle accident on September 7, 2026.
Growing up on the family dairy farm, John was self-employed most of his life, as a truck driver delivering feed to dairy farmers and later on going back to his roots as a dairy farmer himself where he instilled a deep sense of responsibility, tenacity, strong...
Yvonne Betty Allen
Sep 5, 2026
Yvonne Betty Allen, 79, of Fulton, NY passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026, with her husband of 52 years beside her. She was born on April 4, 1947, in the Malone hospital. She was a nurse at the Malone Hospital in her early years. She resided most of her life in the Fulton area. She enjoyed her time as...
James R. VanNorman
Sep 5, 2026
James R. VanNorman, 87, of Hannibal, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 5, 2026, with family by his side. Born in Shortsville, NY, a son to the late Leon and Mariena (Hogerheide) VanNorman. He was a graduate of Red Jacket Central Schools and SUNY Morrisville. Jim was a master cabinetmaker in the Rochester area who dedicated more than...
Alan L. Hill
Sep 2, 2026
Alan Leon Hill, 78, passed away on September 2, 2026. He was born in Wiesbaden, Germany, on February 4, 1948 to Edward and Ingabord (Nikolai) Hill.
Alan was predeceased by his parents, his sister, Bessy Colvin; his brother, Brian Hill; and his wives, Linda and Penny. He is survived by his brother, Keith Hill; his beloved nieces and nephew, Rhonda, Sarah,...
Michael F. Miller
Sep 1, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael F. Miller, who left us unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 1st, 2026, at the age of 44. Born on Monday, May 10th, 1982, in Syracuse, New York, Michael was a cherished resident of Fulton, NY, where he spent his life surrounded by family and friends.
Michael is survived by his...
David J. Kesterke
Aug 31, 2026
David J. Kesterke, of East Hampton, CT, formerly of Fulton, passed away on August 31, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Cynthia (Moore) Kesterke, whom he married on March 4, 2006.
David was the son of the late Norman and Sally (Atkins) Kesterke. He was a graduate of G. Ray Bodley High School and Rochester Institute of Technology, where he...
Beverley J. Sanford
Aug 31, 2026
Beverley J. Sanford, 95 of Volney, NY passed away at home August 31, 2026. Born November 25, 1930, in Volney, to the late Harold and Susie Bellinger Hubbard, she had resided in the Volney area her entire life. She worked for Sealright, Victoria Paper Mills and Nestle Company all in Fulton.
Beverley enjoyed crafts, knitting and crocheting. Beverley was an active...
Sharon Lee Lindo
Aug 27, 2026
Sharon Lee Lindo, 83, of Kansas City, MO passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Sharon was born on November 13, 1942, in Fulton. NY to Frank and Josephine (DeSanto) Vescio, Sr.
Sharon married the love of her life, Edward “Ed” Lindo on November 4, 1967, in Fulton, NY. In this marriage they had two wonderful children; Michele...
Charles "Bummer" Gillette
Aug 27, 2026
Charles “Bummer” Gillette, 85, passed away at home on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
A proud veteran, Bummer served in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he earned a rifle marksmanship badge. Following his military service, he dedicated many years to his trade as a union painter with Local 38. Together with his wife, he also owned and operated The Airport Inn. Outside...
James Elmer Merrill
Aug 26, 2026
James Elmer Merrill, a beloved resident of Fulton, New York, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 26th, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on Tuesday, October 25th, 1955, in Fulton, James spent his life dedicated to his family, his craft, and his community.
James was a skilled carpenter, known for his meticulous attention to detail and his passion for building.
James...
Sylvia P. ( Austin) Elliott
Aug 10, 2026
With deep sorrow, her family announces that Sylvia Pauline (Austin) Elliott, age 88, passed away August 10, 2026, in Oswego, NY.
She was born and raised in Thorndike, Maine, a daughter of the late Raymond and Lillian Austin. She settled with her family in Central New York in the late 1960s, living first in Newark before settling into her home community...
Nancy M. (O'Grady) Schave
Aug 8, 2026
Nancy (O’Grady) Schave, 83, of Syracuse, NY passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Upstate Community Hospital. Born in Howell, Michigan, she was a daughter to the late Leonard and Cecilia (Faler) O’Grady, and spent her formative years in West Branch, Michigan. In the 1980s, she moved to Syracuse, NY, where she would spend the remainder of her...
Allen L. Moltrup
Aug 1, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the August 1, 2026 passing of Allen LeRoy Moltrup of Syracuse, NY after a brief illness. Those who knew Allen understood him to have been quiet by nature, steady by habit, and that he demonstrated passions from the sculptural to the horticultural with unrivaled patience and refined detail. In lasting tribute, we...
Edward F. Coe
Aug 1, 2026
Edward Francis Coe, a lifelong resident of North Volney, New York, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, at the age of 93. Born on Thursday, March 2nd, 1933, Ed lived a life full of love, dedication, and community service.
Ed was a devoted family man, survived by his loving children, Prudence J. (Gene) Gauger, Vance (Daeng) Coe, and Blane...
John P. House
Jul 27, 2026
John P. House, age 66 of Fulton, NY was born on July 27, 1960, passed away at home on July 27, 2026. He was the son of the late, Charles House and Patricia Webb. He was also predeceased by his stepfather, Lionel Webb; and step-sister, Darlene Johnson.
John is survived by his stepmother, Martha House; siblings, Charles (Chip) House, Patty, Mary,...
Braeyn J. "Lil Jit" Murray
Jul 26, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Braeyn J. "Lil Jit" "B. Munnea" Murray, who left us far too soon on Sunday, July 26th, 2026, at the age of 17. Born on Thursday, August 28th, 2008, in Oswego, NY, Braeyn was a beloved resident of Fulton, NY, where he touched the lives of many with his...
Zola H. Holbrook
Jul 26, 2026
Zola H. Holbrook, age 102, formerly of Fulton, NY passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, in Lowville, NY. Zola was born June 1, 1924, to the late Grant & Rolene Ensworth of Fairdale, NY.
Zola was predeceased by her beloved husband of 62 years, Manley Holbrook, her daughter, Jerrie R. Hayden and eight sisters: Ariel, Kathleen Gray, Maejean Murphy, Lois...
Kazu M. Davis
Jul 21, 2026
Kazu M. Davis, 96, of Oswego, NY passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, with family by her side. She was a daughter to the late Hiroto and Tsuya Miura and came to America from Japan in 1952 with her husband. They traveled throughout the states before settling in Oswego and raising their children. Kazu was a...
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