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In Memoriam: Patrick H. Meanor

ONEONTA - Patrick H. Meanor, a long term professor of remarkable distinction, lost his battle with brain cancer on March 14, 2024 at Chestnut Park in Oneonta. Pat grew up in Elyria, Ohio receiving his Bachelor's degree from John Carroll University and both his Master's and Doctoral degrees from Kent State University. Dr. Meanor began his teaching career at SUNY Oneonta in 1973 spending many years as an English Education professor.  In doing so, Pat authenticated and enabled the teaching careers…
March 15, 2024
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In Memoriam: Sylvester C. Lloyd III

ONEONTA—Sylvester C. Lloyd III passed away March 10, 2024 at the New York State Veterans Home in Oxford. He was born August 29, 1935 in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, the son of Sylvester C. Lloyd Jr. and Marion (Van Brakle) Lloyd. Sy grew up in New Jersey and, in 1946, his family moved to Otego. In 1954, he graduated from Otego High School as a valedictorian. Following high school, he joined the United States Army from 1954 to 1957, serving…
March 12, 2024
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In Memoriam: Claude R. Holbrook

OTEGO—Claude Robert Holbrook, “Bob”, “Eli”, “Mortimer”, passed away peacefully at his home and went to join his Lord and Savior Jesus on February 29, 2024. Bob was born to Robert and Alta (Springett) Holbrook on December 17, 1938. He grew up in West Oneonta, New York. He operated a farm on the Baker Hill Family Homestead for many years. He loved the outdoors and was an avid deer hunter and fisherman. He started his own excavation business and gravel bank,…
March 4, 2024
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In Memoriam: Francis L. Wycoff Jr.

ONEONTA—Frank left his life on earth on Friday, February 23, 2024 and is on his way to explore the cosmos. Born July 15, 1952 in Columbus, Georgia, he spent his younger years split between the San Francisco area and summers with his grandparents on Long Island. Frank was an avid soccer fan and a follower of the Premier League—especially the Liverpool team. He shared his enthusiasm for the sport by coaching his son’s team and conducting coaching clinics for parent…
February 26, 2024
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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.…
February 21, 2024

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…
February 16, 2024
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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…
February 13, 2024
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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…
February 9, 2024

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…
January 31, 2024
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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.…
January 29, 2024
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