Obituaries

Jan 31, 2024

Michael Arndt, 55, of Copenhagen, New York, passed away unexpectedly on January 31, 2024, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky.

He was born on November 4, 1968, in Watertown, New York, the son of Paul and Linda (Putnam) Arndt, Sr., and he attended Watertown High School.  Michael dedicated his career to truck driving,...

Jan 30, 2024

Susan G. Greenwood, 79, of Evans Mills, NY, passed away unexpectedly on January 30, 2024, at Samaritan Medical Center.

She was born on February 12, 1944, in Watertown, NY,  the daughter of Ralph and Iva (Farrell) Doxtater. Susan graduated from Indian River Central School and went on to have a lifelong career as a civilian employee on...

Jan 29, 2024

Nancy D. Brown, 57, of Watertown, NY, passed away January 29, 2024 at the home of her daughter, Kristy Jo, where she was under the care of Hospice Of Jefferson County and surrounded by her family.

She was born on February 12, 1966, in  Watertown, NY daughter of James Brown and Edna Seymour.

Nancy was...

Jan 21, 2024

David G. Constance, 77, of Calcium, New York, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2024 at the Samaritan Medical Center.

Born on July 5, 1946, to Donald R. and Madeline (Bates) Constance, he graduated from Watertown High School in 1966 and dedicated six years to the Army Reserves, serving with the 479th Engineers. During his lifetime, David...

Jan 20, 2024

Jolene Tyre, 42, of Watertown, NY,passed away on January 20, 2024, at home after bravely facing a brief battle with cancer.

Born on August 31, 1981, in Watertown, she was the daughter of John C. and  Joanne (Brow) Tyre. She graduated from Watertown High School.  Jolene worked for a time at the SPCA and for various local...

Jan 20, 2024

Kathleen "Kathy" A. Branche, 81, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2024, at Samaritan Keep  Home.

Calling hours will be held Friday, January 26 from 4-6 PM at Hart and Bruce Funeral Home in Watertown, NY.

A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, January 27 at 11 AM at Our Lady of the Sacred...

Jan 14, 2024

Shannon "Bud" Jackson, of Felts Mills, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 14, 2024 in Watertown.

He was born in Utica on August 10, 1947 to Gene and Maree Bonner Jackson.   Shannon grew up in Marcy, NY graduating from Whitesboro High School.  He served his country with two terms in Viet Nam as a "River Rat." ...

Jan 13, 2024

James Patrick Williams, 76, of Felts Mills, NY, passed away on January 13, 2024, at his home where he was under the care of Hospice of Jefferson County and surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on October 6, 1947, in Theresa, NY, son of Joyce Gibeau and adopted by Lynn Kermit and Elsie (Yager) Williams....

Jan 10, 2024

Charles R. Taylor, 80, of Watertown, New York, passed away on January 10, 2024.

At his request, there will be no services held, and arrangements are entrusted to Hart and Bruce Funeral Home in Watertown, New York.

Born on April 7, 1943, in Watertown, he was the son of the late Charles P. and Vivian...

Jan 9, 2024

Carolyn S. Robl Bridenstine passed away January 9, 2024 while under the care of Hospice in Muncie, Indiana with her son Brian by her side.

Carolyn was born June 18th, 1945 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin to Harold Wenzel Robl and Ruth Irene (Carroll) Robl She attended school in Black River until 7th grade when centralizations moved grades 7-12...

Jan 3, 2024

Lawrence D. Ward, 73, of Watertown, NY, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Samaritan Medical Center surrounded by his loving family after a sudden illness.

Larry was born on February 26, 1950, in Watertown, the son of Lawrence A. and Doris L. Slate Ward. He graduated from General Brown High School in 1970.  He attended...

Jan 2, 2024

Eugene A. "Gene" Farrell, 88, of Black River, New York, peacefully passed away on January 2, 2024, at Carthage Area Hospital.

He was born on April 21, 1935, in Evans Mills, New York, Gene was the son of Charles and Edith (LePine) Farrell. He graduated from Watertown High School in 1953.

He married the love...

Jan 2, 2024

Dona D Keenan, 83, of Black River New York, passed away peacefully at Samaritan Keep Home on January 2, 2024, surrounded by family.

Born October 1, 1940, in Watertown, New York, the daughter of Charles and Clara (Madison) Davis. Dona attended school in Lowville and later embarked on a career selling Avon products. On January 3rd, 1959,...

Jan 1, 2024

Marie (Brasa) Surdo, 87

Watertown, New York

It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that Marie Surdo, passed away peacefully at her home on January 1, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Marie was born on July 25, 1936, in Tuckahoe, New York, she was the daughter of Jenny and Alexander Brasa....

Dec 31, 2023

Craig S. Buzzell, 51, of Watertown, NY, passed away on December 31, 2023.

He was born on May 4, 1972, in Watertown, the son of Michael M. and Carol A. Buzzell. Craig graduated from Indian River High School in 1991 and pursued music at Onondaga Community College for a year.

Craig worked construction for many...

Dec 22, 2023

Madeline R. Holder, 89, of Adams Center, New York,  passed away at her home on December 22, 2023.

She was born on January 10, 1934, in Watertown, New York,  daughter of Henry and Vernice (Gilbo) Avery. She attended Watertown High School and later married Elwood F. "Bud" Holder on August 17, 1950, at the Brownville Methodist Church....

Dec 19, 2023

Thomas P. Costanzo, 79, a cherished resident of Watertown, New York, passed away on December 19, 2023, at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse surrounded by his family. Thomas had an unheard-of strength, and a will to live like no other.

He was born on July 12, 1944, in Watertown, NY, son of Peter and Rose (Monaco) Costanzo....

Dec 15, 2023

December 15th, 2023

Thomas K. Dominic

also known as "Joby" & "Kal"

The funeral service for Thomas K. Dominic will be held at 2:00pm Wednesday, December 20th at Airport Christian Fellowship Church. Calling hours will be held prior to the service beginning at 1:00pm, service will also be live streamed with a link...

Dec 12, 2023

Lois R. Van Brocklin,89 of Dexter, passed away peacefully at Samaritan Keep Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on October 1, 1934, in Brownville, New York, the daughter of William and Anna ((McCready) Hall. She graduated from Lyme Central High School in 1953.

On June 9, 1956, she married the love...

Dec 9, 2023

Dorothy Helen (Keeler) Parker, 84, of Three Mile Bay, New York, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2023, at her home supported by her nephew and a team from Hospice of Jefferson County - truly angels on Earth.

Born on February 2, 1939, in Watertown, New York, the daughter of Carroll and Louise (Angell) Keeler of Dexter...