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In Memoriam: Gerry Miner Welch

Gerry Miner Welch, 78, of Cooperstown, New York, passed away peacefully at his home on January 12, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. Born on December 26, 1947 in Cooperstown, Gerry was the son of Mildred Miner Welch and Alva Curtis Welch, both well known for their contributions to the community.…
January 26, 2026
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In Memoriam: Gail Reid Freehafer

Gail Reid Freehafer died on Thursday, October 2 at home in Cooperstown, New York. We’ve lost our beautiful mother, nana and wonderful friend. Gail Lynne Reid was born on July 25, 1940 to parents Evelyn and Herbert Reid. She grew up in the New Jersey, Philadelphia and New York City areas, moving numerous times due to her father’s career as an executive at US Rubber.…
October 15, 2025

In Memoriam: Freida Snyder

Freida Snyder, 99, of Fly Creek passed away peacefully at home on March 29, 2025. She was born September 16, 1925 in South Valley, New York to Dorr and Elizabeth (Brown) Putnam. Freida was predeceased by her husband of 66 years, Arthur, in 2012. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Mary Whiteman, of Lafayette, Colorado, sister Margaret Putnam, who died in childhood, and great-grandson Bryan Turner.…
April 8, 2025
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In Memoriam: John Geier Freehafer, 82 October 7, 1939 – August 27, 2022

In Memoriam John G. Freehafer, 82 October 7, 1939 – August 27, 2022 No he’s not lost fishing Oaks Creek or overdue from “antiquing” or walking the dog, Dr. John Geier Freehafer, 82, died suddenly but peacefully August 27, 2022 at home in Cooperstown, NY with his loving wife of 37 years, Gail (Reid) Freehafer, and treasured dog LuLu with him. John was a devoted husband, caregiver, father, and a dear friend to many. He was best known for his…
September 2, 2022
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HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, JULY 21, 2019

HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, JULY 21 2019 Hall of Fame Induction HALL OF FAME INDUCTION – 1:30 p.m. Mariano Rivera, Edgar Martinez, Mike Mussina, Roy Halladay, Harold Baines and Lee Smith will be inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame. Stake out your spot the lawn early. Clark Sports Center, Cooperstown. Info, 607-547 2800 www.clarksportscenter.com/events/2019-baseball-hall-fame-induction-ceremony/…
July 20, 2019
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HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, DEC. 7

HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, DEC. 7 Lighting The Christmas Tree TREE LIGHTING – 5-8:30 p.m. Celebrate the season with wagon rides, music and more as we count down to lighting the Christmas Tree. Muller Plaza, Oneonta. Call 607-432-2941 or visit www.destinationoneonta.com/events/2017/12/7/tree-lighting-ceremony NETWORKING – 6-8 p.m. Year end celebration with the Young Professionals Network. Bring a gift for toys-for-tots and receive a free ticket to the State of the State Breakfast. Stella Luna Ristorante, 58-60 Market St., Oneonta. Call 607-432-4500 or visit www.facebook.com/YoungProfessionalsNetworkYPN/…
December 6, 2017

PUTTING THE COMMUNITY BACK INTO THE NEWSPAPER

For a limited time, new annual subscriptions to the hard copy of “The Freeman’s Journal” or “Hometown Oneonta” (which also includes unlimited access to AllOtsego.com), or digital-only access to AllOtsego.com, can also give back to one of their favorite Otsego County charitable organizations.

$5.00 of your subscription will be donated to the nonprofit of your choice: Friends of the Feral-TNR, Super Heroes Humane Society, or Susquehanna Society of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 

Visit our “subscribe” page and select your charity of choice at checkout

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