IN MEMORIAM: Harold ‘Hal’ Slover, 77; Army Lieutenant Colonel, Vietnam Veteran COOPERSTOWN – Lt. Col. (ret.) Harold “Hal” L. Slover, 77, United States Army, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Sept. 12, 2019, in Fairfax, Va., where he lived. Fondly referred to as “Hal,” he grew up in Cooperstown, and graduated from Norwich University’s military college in Vermont. He joined the Army as a second lieutenant and served two tours in Vietnam. In all, he served 28 years in…
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IN MEMORIAM: Anja K. Kiraly, 78; Ran Chief Schenevus With Husband SCHENEVUS – Anja Kosonen Kiraly, who ran the Chief Schenevus Restaurant with husband John for 30 years, passed away at 78 years young on Sept. 1, 2019, in Washington, D.C. Anja, born in Helsinki, Finland, immigrated to the United States to be an au pair in 1957. She was married to the late (Janos) John Kiraly of Hungary, the human embodiment of the Finnish concept of Sisu. She met…
IN MEMORIAM: Bennie L. Pratt, 95; WWII Vet, Construction Electrician ONEONTA – Oneonta native Bennie Lee Pratt, 95, a World War II veteran and electrician on construction projects, passed away at Harpursville home on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019. Bennie was born May 23, 1924, in Oneonta, to Benjamin and Mildred (Warner) Pratt. He graduated from Oneonta High School and enlisted in the Navy at the outbreak of World War II, serving from 1943 to 1946 as an electrician’s mate, second…
IN MEMORIAM: Louise W. Herbert , Unadilla UNADILLA – Louise W. Herbert, 61, of Unadilla passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Sept. 16, 2019. She is survived by her children, William Sites and Anna Sites, both of Schuylerville; four grandchildren, Brian, Katelyn, Julie and Hunter; her companion, Tommy Denhart, Binghamton, and two brothers, nieces, nephews and cousins.…
IN MEMORIAM: Peggy Jean Banta, 63; Dies After 8-Year Fight With Cancer UNADILLA – Peggy Jean Banta, beloved sister and niece, passed away on Sept. 11, 2019, at home on her 63rd birthday after an eight-year battle with cancer. Peggy was born on Sept. 11, 1956, at The Hospital, Sidney, to Jean Anderson Banta and George D. Banta III. Peggy grew up on the family farm in Unadilla Center, the third of four children. She attended Unadilla and Unatego schools,…
IN MEMORIAM: Janet L. Spencer, 54; Cancer Strikes Schenevus Native In N.J. SCHENEVUS – Janet L. Spencer (Holling), 54, of Salem, N.J., formerly of Schenevus, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, in the Cooper University Hospital, Camden, N.J., after a brief battle with cancer. She was born on Nov. 12, 1964, and her parents were William and Ruth Holling, and was raised by her mother and second husband Harold Ritchey, who she also considered her father. Janet married…
IN MEMORIAM: Val Oliver, 67; Vietnam Veteran, Family Man WATERVILLE – Val Frank Oliver, 67, a Vietnam veteranpassed away peacefully after an extended illness on Monday, Sept. 9, 2019 in Bassett Medical Center, Cooperstown. He had the support and comfort of his loving family at his side. He was one of 22 children. He was born on Feb. 14, 1952 in Ilion, son of the late Frank E. and Ruth McCumber Oliver. He was raised and educated in Brookfield. He first worked on his family’s farm.…
IN MEMORIAM: Gary T. Fisher, 60, Otego; Landscaper, Auto Enthusiast OTEGO – With deep sorrow we share the passing of Gary Thomas Fisher, 60, of Otego. Gary passed with his loving family by his side Sept. 4, 2019. Gary is now reunited with his son, Kyle Faulkner; parents, Thomas and Eleanor Fisher; and beloved dog, Spyke. Gary was well-known for the love of his boys, grandchildren and friends. Gary could be seen around town in his Chevy Blazer with lawn…
IN MEMORIAM: Kathleen M. Hansen, 88; Raised 6 Siblings As Well As Her Children MORRIS – Kathleen “Kate” M. Hansen, 88, of Morris has passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sept. 6, 2019. She was born on Sept 19, 1930, in Brooklyn, the daughter of John Joseph and Cecelia (Farrell) Bankich. In 1949, Kate married Charles Hansen at St. Gregory The Great Church in Brooklyn. While starting a family, Kate and Charlie raised her younger siblings, Cely,…
IN MEMORIAM: Edward Town Taws III; Known As Mayor Of Pathfinder Village EDMESTON – Edward Town Taws III, 56, known as the mayor of Pathfinder Village, passed away Saturday Aug. 31, 2019, at Pathfinder. Ted was born on Nov. 24, 1962, in Southern Pines, N.C., to Edward Town and Ann (Poindexter) Taws Jr. Ted’s outsized presence left an impression on all whom were fortunate to know him. He was gifted with an extraordinary personality whose passion for living far exceeded…
