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In Memoriam: Dorothy Bennett Carrington

ONEONTA—In Loving Memory of Dorothy Bennett Carrington. It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Dorothy. She was an extraordinary woman, a dedicated teacher, a loving wife, a devoted mother, a proud grandmother and great-grandmother; and a cherished friend to many. Her kindness, grace, wisdom and faith inspired all who knew her.…

In Memoriam: Beverly F. Hagen

NORWICH—Beverly F. (Morey) Hagen, 92, formerly of Pitcher, New York, passed away peacefully at the A.O. Fox Nursing Home, Oneonta, New York, while surrounded by her loving family.
Bev was born in Cortland, New York on October 19, 1931, the daughter of the late James and Clara Naylon Morey.  She was a member of the South Otselic United Methodist Church.
Bev spent the first nine years of her life in Cincinnatus, New York before moving to Oneonta in 1940. Frequent family moves…

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In Memoriam: Bradley S. Curpier

ONEONTA—It is with both heavy hearts and fond remembrance that we celebrate the life of Bradley S. Curpier, who departed from this world on February 5, 2024. He was born on March 20, 1969 in Fort Rucker, Alabama, leaving behind a legacy that goes beyond the struggles he faced.
Brad approached life with an extraordinary level of compassion and kindness that touched the hearts of all who knew him. Despite the challenges he encountered, Brad exemplified the true essence of empathy,…

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In Memoriam: Frances G. Bliven

“Hello. This is Fran. Sorry I can’t be with you right now. I’m off—got another project going…” was what one would hear when leaving a message on Fran’s voice mail. How true! Fran was a lifelong learner whose calendar was filled with classes, meetings, workdays, concerts, and performances. Or, perhaps she was on one of her many international or continental trips.
As a volunteer, Fran was a charter member, officer, board member, facilitator, participant, refreshment provider, usher or appreciative audience of AAUW…

In Memoriam: Margaret Seaver Montarras

FRANCE—Meg (Margaret) Seaver Montarras, daughter of the late Robert Badger and Mary Sheil Seaver of Cooperstown, died peacefully in France on Sunday, January 28, 2024 after spending two years keeping pancreatic cancer at bay with her indomitable “joie de vivre.”
Meg and her twin sister, Sash, were born in Philadelphia in 1953 but moved to Cooperstown with their family in 1960. Meg graduated from Cooperstown Central School in 1971. After stints at Sarah Lawrence and Mount Holyoke colleges, she moved to France and finished her degree at…

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In Memoriam: James E. Sawyer

ONEONTA—James E. Sawyer, 80, passed away unexpectedly at home on January 27, 2024.
He was born June 13, 1943 in Oneonta, the son of Emory C. and Mary E. (Taylor) Sawyer.
Jim graduated from Oneonta High School, Class of 1961 and one month later he proudly enlisted in the United States Navy. He served on the USS Cone (DD 866) and was honorably discharged in August of 1965 with the rank of RM3.…

In Memoriam: Amanda Mary Swatling (Onyan)

It is with great sadness that we had to say goodbye to our loving daughter, sister, niece and friend.
Amanda is survived by her mother, Deborah, step-mother Wendy Fink-Onyan, and siblings Joshua (Charysse), Michael (Carrie), Rachael (Martin), Kala (John), Nicole (Corey), Colin, Tristin, and Bryden (Taylor). She was predeceased by her two dads, Terry Onyan and Michael Swatling; grandmothers Elizabeth Swatling, Joan Hopkins (Welch), and Norma Onyan; and grandfathers Roy Swatling and Robert Burns. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews…

In Memoriam: Roger Colton Smith

COOPERSTOWN—Roger Colton Smith, 87, of Cooperstown, died peacefully at home the morning of Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
Roger was born at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown on April 28, 1936, the son of LeRoy F. Smith and Gertrude E. (Spurbeck) Smith. After graduating from Cooperstown Central School, Class of 1954, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and completed four years of active duty as a radar man on the USS Fremont, remaining in the U.S. Navy Reserve until 1962.…

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In Memoriam: Christopher D. Campbell

CHERRY VALLEY—Christopher Dudley Campbell, of Cherry Valley, died peacefully at home on January 6, with his family by his side. He was 74.
Chris was known for his easy smile, a remarkable inventory of stories told with dry humor and his boundless love for Cherry Valley. He was an avid history buff and collector, coauthoring a book about the history of Sharon Springs that featured his historical postcard collection.…

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