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In Memoriam: John Dunlap

John Dunlap, a local contractor known for his passionate concerns for truth and social justice, peacefully entered into eternal life Wednesday afternoon, October 1, 2025, at the New York State Veterans Home in Oxford with his family attending him in his last days. He was 85.…
October 10, 2025

In Memoriam: Nicholas Lambros 

We honor the life of a true legend, Nick Lambros, whose roles spanned athlete, coach, friend, husband, father, brother, uncle and, most cherished of all, devoted “Papou” (Greek for grandfather). Nick understood that relationships were the true victory, and he used the platform of athletics to connect with everyone he met. His profound legacy is etched not just in his achievements, but in the deep, lasting bonds he forged.…
October 7, 2025

In Memoriam: Erna Morgan McReynolds

In sadness, the family of Erna Morgan McReynolds announce that she passed away in her sleep early Monday, September 29 in London. Erna was an exceptional woman—bold, brilliant, warm, generous—whose achievements are too many to list. Erna was born in 1952 to Caroline and William McReynolds. She grew up in Gilbertsville. Her family often suffered extreme financial difficulties, ill health and old-fashioned poverty. These challenges required her to take on great responsibilities as a youngster. Such became a habit for…
October 7, 2025

In Memoriam: H. Laverne Thomas

H. Laverne Thomas, retired professor of mathematics at the State University of New York at Oneonta, musician, and community leader, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, September 1, 2025, surrounded by his children, caregivers, and Hospice staff.…
September 26, 2025
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In Memoriam: Dr. Theodore D. Peters

Dr. Theodore D. Peters is love and loved. He is Sweetheart to his wife, Patrice. He is dad to his daughters, Julie and Laura. He is Dr. Peters to his students. He is Ted to his family, friends, and colleagues. Ted’s baby photos and his handsome adult face show the same expressive warmth. His facial hair—and the light and intelligence from his eyes—make him look like the gifted teacher and professor he is. Ted has a huge and loving heart,…
September 22, 2025
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In Memoriam: Adele Louise Johnson

Adele Louise (Merkle) Johnson, a local artist and former librarian, died on Labor Day, September 1, 2025, at her retirement community home in Concord, New Hampshire. She was 87 years old. Born August 4, 1938 in Port Chester, New York, she was the daughter of Robert R. Merkle and Marie L. Merkle. Her childhood was spent in Twin Falls, Idaho, and Teaneck, New Jersey, and she graduated from Teaneck High School.…
September 15, 2025
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In Memoriam: Harry E. Snyder

Harry E. Snyder, 77, of Middlefield passed away on September 7, 2025. He was born September 10, 1947 to Lewis J. and Caroline S. (Gay) Snyder. Harry first attended school at the Middlefield Schoolhouse and then Cherry Valley Central School, where he graduated in 1965.…
September 9, 2025
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In Memoriam: Thomas F. Brennan

Thomas “Tom” Francis Xavier Brennan, beloved son, husband, father, and brother, who was an attorney for the State of New York, entered into eternal life Friday night, September 5, 2025, surrounded by his family at his home in Milford following a seven-year battle with multiple system atrophy. He was 64.…
September 8, 2025
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In Memoriam: R. Louise Sandoli

R. Louise Sandoli, 76, passed away on August 30, 2025 at Bassett Medical Center, Cooperstown, with her family at her side. She was born December 27, 1948 in Tuxedo Park, New York, the daughter of Kenneth and Marjorie (Stevens) Graby. Louise spent her childhood in Walton. She moved to Oneonta when she was attending SUNY Oneonta. She married Joe Sandoli and raised their three children, Christopher, Michelle, and Monica, in Oneonta. Louise was a stay-at-home mom. Her early career she worked at Busy…
September 3, 2025
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