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In Memoriam: Sigrid Leube Snell

Sigrid Leube Snell died peacefully on June 24, 2025 at her Haworth, New Jersey home, where she had lived since 1954. Born in Stuttgart, Germany on January 1, 1927, she was the fourth child of Clara Kuntze and Maximilian Leube, who was physician in charge at a prominent Stuttgart hospital. In 1948, after attending Heidelberg University for two years, Sigrid was among the very first German students to receive a scholarship to study in the U.S. post-World War II. She…
June 27, 2025

In Memoriam: Joseph L.G. Mone, 85 November 18, 1936 – July 12, 2022

In Memoriam Joseph L.G. Mone, 85 November 18, 1936 – July 12, 2022 KNOXVILLE, TN – Joseph L.G. Mone will be sorely missed by his loving family and the many students and music communities he influenced and inspired over the years. Known to all as Joe, he was born in Suffern, NY on November 18, 1936. He attended Ithaca College for music education, and then stepped into a lifetime of music! Joe was an accomplished musician. Playing upwards of 30…
July 21, 2022

Patrick Tyler French, 52; Medical Researcher Raised In Schenevus

IN MEMORIAM: Patrick Tyler French, 52; Medical Researcher Raised In Schenevus SCHENUVUS – Patrick Tyler French, 52, a medical researcher for the State of New York, died peacefully at his parents’ home in Schenevus, on Dec. 30, 2020, following a brief illness. He was born on Jan. 26, 1968, in Glens Falls, to Sharon (Lanphear) and Lawrence French. He moved to Schenevus with his family and attended Schenevus Central School, distinguishing himself as a standout scholar-athlete, competing in soccer, baseball…
January 4, 2021

Phillip Zenir, 60, Cherry Valley; Local Stonemason, Musician

IN MEMORIAM Phillip Zenir, 60, Cherry Valley; Local Stonemason, Musician COOPERSTOWN — Phillip Zenir, 60, local stonemason and musician, passed away Nov. 5, 2019, following a courageous battle with primary progressive aphasia, a rare form of dementia. The son of John and Rosemarie (Bopp) Zenir, Phil was was born on May 30, 1959, in Mount Vernon, Westchester.   He graduated from Carmel High School and attended Dutchess Community College, receiving two associate degrees in English and business. He served as student…
November 11, 2019

Donald Mitchell, 29; Musician, Lyricist Raised In Oneonta

IN MEMORIAM:  Donald Mitchell, 29; Musician, Lyricist Raised In Oneonta ONEONTA – Funeral services are Wednesday, Nov. 13, for Donald S. Mitchell, 29, of Oneonta, a musician and lyricist, earned his Heavenly reward Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019. Born on Aug. 22, 1990, in Oneonta, to Sandra Layman and Donald Mitchell, Don was a beautiful baby and a shining star from the very beginning. He graduated from Oneonta High School, going on to work most recently at The Otesaga Hotel, of…
November 8, 2019

Michael J. Cairo, 58, Musician

IN MEMORIAM: Michael J. Cairo, 58, Musician OTEGO – Michael J. Cairo, 58, a local musician, passed away unexpectedly at home on Aug. 5, 2018. Michael was born Aug. 13, 1959, in Glens Falls, the son of Robert and Gwendolyn (Haines) Wood. Michael was a graduate of Oneonta High School.  He was a known area musician, playing with several area bands.  He loved playing the drums and the harmonica.  He also enjoyed fishing and watching the Yankees and Jets.…
August 7, 2018

Devin Mahoney, 35, Vet, Musician, Dies In Accident In Baltimore, Md.

IN MEMORIAM Devin Mahoney, 35, Vet, Musician, Dies In Accident In Baltimore, Md. ONEONTA – Devin Kobos Mahoney, 35, an 101st Airborne veteran and musician, passed away unexpectedly after an accident on May 30, 2018, in Baltimore, Md. Devin was born April 3, 1983, in Oneonta, the son of Robert Mahoney and Linda (Kobos) Thomas. He attended St. Mary’s School and Oneonta High School.  Devin served in the Army in the 101st Airborne Division, Air Assault. Devin was a talented musician,…
June 11, 2018

Dr. Bruce Harris, 79, Springfield; Neurosurgeon, Farmer, Musician

IN MEMORIAM Dr. Bruce Harris, 79, Springfield; Neurosurgeon, Farmer, Musician SPRINGFIELD CENTER – Dr. Bruce S. Harris, physician, farmer and musician, died on March 31, 2018, at home, where he had been cared for by hospice and his family. The cause of death was metastatic prostate cancer. His death brought closure to a life of professionalism and service, of cultivation and propagation of a love of the arts, most especially music, and of commitment to a way of life that…
April 2, 2018

Brian Hall, 56; Musician, Helped Found Local Brewery

IN MEMORIAM Brian Hall, 56; Musician, Helped Found Local Brewery COOPERSTOWN – Brian Hall, 56, a musician and co-founder with his father of Cooperstown Brewing Company, died Friday, Jan. 19, 2018, at home in Missoula, Mont., surrounded by his wife Tuire; son Sampo and daughter Seidi. Brian was born Oct. 21, 1961, in Schenectady, to Jewel and Stanley E. Hall. He married Tuire Reinivaara on Oct. 18, 1985, in Tampere, Finland. Brian was a brewer, stay-at-home dad, musician, disc jockey and hockey…
February 1, 2018

Kevin J. Kenney, 59; Musician Also Worked At Nursing Homes

IN MEMORIAM: Kevin J. Kenney, 59; Musician Also Worked At Nursing Homes COOPERSTOWN – Kevin J. Kenney, 59, of Greenough Road, a musician who for the last three decades also cared for residents at The Meadows, Otsego Manor and Focus, died Friday, Jan. 19, 2018, at Bassett Hospital, surrounded by family. Born Oct. 14, 1958 in Bridgeport, Conn., he was the son of James R. and Mildred (Anderson) Kenney. In 1965, the family moved to the Cooperstown area, where he…
January 22, 2018

PUTTING THE COMMUNITY BACK INTO THE NEWSPAPER

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