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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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Edna M. Harmony

Edna M. Harmony

Jul 30, 2024

Edna M. Harmony, 80, of Sterling, NY passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at St. Luke’s Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Fulton, she was a daughter to the late Melvin and Wilma (Sotherden) Emmons and was a graduate of Hannibal Central Schools. Edna worked in maintenance for SUNY Oswego, retiring after 20 years. She enjoyed...

Lester "Les" E. Beck

Lester "Les" E. Beck

Jul 28, 2024

Lester “Les” E. Beck, age 78 of Fulton, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 28, 2024, with his family by his side. Les was predeceased by his parents, Edwin and Christine Beck; siblings, Phyllis Ehrmann, Frances Bateman, Corrine Wilcox, Harvey Beck, Milton Beck and an infant brother Raymond.

Les leaves behind to cherish his memories his...

Samuel Rudd

Samuel Rudd

Jul 26, 2024

Samuel Rudd, 89, of Fulton NY, passed away peacefully at home on July 26, 2024, with his family at his side.

Sam retired from Miller Brewing Company, and enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, playing the guitar, woodworking, and spending time at the camp he built on Lake Ontario.

Surviving are his wife of...

Albert J. Zaranka

Albert J. Zaranka

Jul 26, 2024

Albert J. Zaranka – Age 74 – Musical Director, Pianist, Educator

Albert J. Zaranka passed away July 26, 2024, in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.  Albert was born July 28, 1949, in Manchester, Connecticut.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony J. and Lottie E. (Mazurek) Zaranka; his brother, Victor Zaranka; his wife Ellen A....

Gary L. Firenze Sr.

Gary L. Firenze Sr.

Jul 25, 2024

Gary L. “Mouse” Firenze, Sr., 74 of Fulton peacefully passed away July 25, 2024, with his family at his side. Gary graduated from G. Ray Bodley, class of 1968.  He then enlisted with the U.S Army in November of 1968. Following basic training, he went to Vietnam serving from May of 1969, until April of 1970.  During his service...

Malcolm D. Claflin

Malcolm D. Claflin

Jul 19, 2024

Malcolm “Mac” D. Claflin age 89 of Fulton, NY passed away peacefully on Friday, July 19, 2024.

Mac is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Catherine C. Claflin; children, Barbara MacDougall, Nancy Chuhralya, and Douglas (Cindy) Claflin; 8 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 1 great -greatgrandchild; several nieces and nephews.

Mac was very involved in...

Joyce S. Ferlito

Joyce S. Ferlito

Jul 18, 2024

On July 18, 2024, Joyce Scott Ferlito, 89, was reunited with her husband Mike with whom she shared 59 loving years of marriage. She was proud of her Hannibal roots growing up within a small, close-knit community.  Upon marriage she and Mike soon moved to Southwest Oswego where Mike joined the family farming business and Joyce began her career...

Lois A. Smith

Lois A. Smith

Jul 17, 2024

Mrs. Lois A. Smith, 91, departed this life on July 17, 2024, at Seneca Hill Manor in Oswego, NY.

Born on June 30, 1933, in Ludowici, GA, Mrs. Smith became a lifelong resident of Fulton, NY in 1957.  While in Fulton, she was a long-time employee of Nestle’s and ultimately retired in 1995.  She enjoyed watching her...

Darlene M. Noel

Darlene M. Noel

Jul 16, 2024

Darlene M. Noel, 71 of Fulton NY, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on July 16, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband Harrison Noel, brother Rich LaDue, father Julian LaDue, mother Rose LaDue, and nephew Rich LaDue of Ontario NY.

Surviving are her fiancée Tim Pollard of Fulton NY, two sons Jacob (Wendy)...

Dominick James Patchen

Dominick James Patchen

Jul 5, 2024

Dominick James Patchen “Turkey”, 10, of Fulton, NY, passed away peacefully at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital on Friday, July 5th, after an almost three year battle with Undifferentiated Embryonal Sarcoma. His loving parents were by his side.

Born in Oswego, NY, he was the son of Casey and Tylar Patchen. He attended Granby Elementary School where he...

Leonard "Lenny" F. Preeman

Leonard "Lenny" F. Preeman

Jul 4, 2024

Leonard “Lenny” F. Preeman, age 68 of Fulton, NY passed away unexpectedly at Crouse Hospital on Thursday, July 4, 2024. Lenny was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Jane Preeman; nephew, Matthew Crow.

Lenny is survived by his loving girlfriend Diane Royce; children, Alex (Jenna) Preeman, Amanda (Josh) Preeman, Lenny (Bonnie) Cheesobro, Leonard Preeman, Christopher, and Lenny...

Mary L. Calderwood

Mary L. Calderwood

Jul 3, 2024

Mary Calderwood died on July 3, 2024 at the age of 91. Mary was dearly loved by her family. She was married to her husband Robert for 54 years, who passed away in 2014. Mary is survived by her children, Paul, Andrew (Laura) and Tammy (Bill) Mehrtens, her sister, Jeanette Ours, along with seven grandchildren and one great grandchild....

Masel "Buddy" N. Mileskey, Jr

Masel "Buddy" N. Mileskey, Jr

Jul 3, 2024

Masel “Buddy” N. Mileskey, Jr, age 79 of Fulton, NY passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. He was predeceased by his parents, Masel F. and Emily Mileskey; beloved wife, Gayle Mileskey; granddaughter, Jennifer Webb; and sisters, Patricia Davis and Joan Clark.

Buddy is survived by his loving children, Jackie Mileskey, Michelle (Albert) Clark, Masel F. Mileskey...

Geraldine M. Falanga

Geraldine M. Falanga

Jul 2, 2024

Geraldine (Snyder) Weldin-Falanga, 77, of Hannibal, NY passed away surrounded by her family on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Hospital after a long illness. Born in Oswego, to the late George and Kathryn (Wilson) Snyder, she attended Oswego Schools. Geri was a passionate caregiver and dedicated LPN for Oswego Hospital for several years in both obstetrics and...

Linda Joy Griffin

Linda Joy Griffin

Jul 1, 2024

Linda Joy Griffin, 79, born August 21st, 1944, of Hannibal, NY, passed away on July 1st, 2024, at home surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Oswego, NY to the late Maynard and Nancy (Morse) Gardner, Linda spent her 79 years loving and living life to the fullest.

Linda graduated from Hannibal...

Kirby D. Lewchanin

Kirby D. Lewchanin

Jun 30, 2024

Kirby Lewchanin, aged 72, passed away on June 30, 2024, in Syracuse, NY. Born on December 12, 1951, in Fulton, NY, Kirby was a cherished member of the Lewchanin family and the local community.

Kirby is survived by daughters Angelina Shoff (Matthew Shoff) and Rachael Torres (Victor Torres); grandchildren Oaklen Shoff, Eduardo Anthony Belen Jr., Michael Belen,...

John J. Halstead

John J. Halstead

Jun 28, 2024

John J. Halstead, age 50 of Fulton, NY passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 28, 2024. He was predeceased by his father, Frank Halstead, and his sister, Norma Lou Halstead.

John is survived by his loving daughters, Caitlyn Halstead of Hannibal, NY, and Alexis Halstead of Fulton, NY, and his mother, Norma Halstead of Fulton, NY.

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James E. Burdekin

James E. Burdekin

Jun 25, 2024

James Edward Burdekin, 88, of Fulton, NY, passed away on June 25, 2024. Jim was born on November 17, 1935, in Oswego, NY to Norman and Henrietta “Hattie” Burdekin. He was a member of the Naval Reserves then graduated from Oswego State University with a bachelor’s degree in education. For most of his career, Jim was a teacher and...

Christine F. Gorman

Christine F. Gorman

Jun 24, 2024

Christine Fox Gorman, 72, of Pennellville, NY passed away peacefully at St. Luke’s Nursing Home on Monday, June 24, 2024, after a brief but courageous battle with Glioblastoma. Born February 14, 1952, a Valentine baby, to the late Floyd and Barbara (Scudder) Fox, grew up in and attended school in Fulton. She was a 1969 graduate of G. Ray...

Calvin G. Dorn

Calvin G. Dorn

Jun 23, 2024

Calvin G. Dorn, 75, of Hannibal, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024, in the comfort of his home, after a long struggle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was born October 9, 1948.

Calvin “Cal” graduated from Leavenworth Central School, Wolcott in 1966. He graduated with a BS from SUNY Oswego in 1970, where he met his lovely...

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