Frederick Tontarski
Nov 3, 2023
Frederick C. Tontarski, 93, of Watertown, NY, passed away on November 3, 2023, surrounded by his loving family and dedicated caretakers.
He was born on August 20, 1930, in Pierrepont Manor, NY, the son of Stephen and Agnes (Howe) Tontarski. He graduated from Copenhagen High School in 1948 where he excelled in sports, especially basketball. He subsequently...
Michael J. Kizzer
Oct 31, 2023
Michael J. Kizzer,65, of Watertown NY, passed away unexpectedly at his home on October 31, 2023. Michael's departure has left a void in our hearts, but his memory will forever remain in our thoughts and hearts.
He was born on October 14,1958, in Watertown, NY, the son of Leroy and Aleatha Kizzer.
Michael's early education...
Cythia K. Devito
Oct 28, 2023
Cindy K. DeVito, 72, of Brownville, NY, passed away on October 28, 2023 at her home.
She was born on May 20, 1951, in Watertown, NY daughter of Carl E. and Catherine (Doroha) Fowler Sr. She graduated from IHC.
Cindy was a 911 dispatcher for Jefferson County for several years, before retiring. She married Chris...
Donald R. Reed
Oct 28, 2023
Donald R. Reed, 92, a lifelong resident of Cape Vincent, peacefully passed away in the comfort of his home on October 28, 2023. He was surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Hospice of Jefferson County.
Donald was born on February 10, 1931, in Cape Vincent, the son of Ralph and Edna (Pennock) Reed....
Marilyn P. Macaulay
Oct 27, 2023
Marilyn P. Macaulay, 92, of Brownville, NY, peacefully passed away on October 27, 2023, at Carthage Area Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, just four days shy of her 93rd birthday.
She was born on October 31, 1930, in Gouverneur, NY, the daughter of Philip and Florence (Daniels) Kousch. Marilyn graduated from Gouverneur High School in 1948...
Kevin R. Kitto Jr.
Oct 26, 2023
Kevin R. Kitto, Jr., 32, of Watertown, New York, tragically passed away in a car accident on October 26, 2023.
Kevin "Rusty" was born on November 1, 1990, in Watertown, New York, the beloved son of Kevin R. and Marietta B. (Rivers) Kitto. Rusty attended Sackets Harbor Central School and IHC, where he not only excelled in...
Betty L Cooper
Oct 26, 2023
Betty Linda Cooper, 80, of Calcium, NY, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2023 at her home where she was surrounded by her family and under the care of Hospice of Jefferson County.
She was born on February 24, 1943 to Rene H. and Dorothy R. (Loveland) Cooper in Watertown, NY. Betty had a fulfilling career, starting...
Patricia Mae Adams
Oct 21, 2023
Patricia Mae Adams, 91, of Dexter, New York, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2023, with family at her side at the Samaritan Keep Nursing Home, where she resided briefly.
She was born on December 13, 1931, in Canton, New York, the daughter of Edward and Emma (Draper) Mullin. Patricia graduated from Dexter High School in 1949...
Jack E. Donato
Oct 19, 2023
Jack E. Donato, 87, of Watertown, New York, peacefully passed away on October 19, 2023 at the Hospice Residence of Jefferson County at the Ellis Farm, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on September 25, 1936, in Watertown, he was the son of Nicholas and Mildred Mae (Moore) Donato. He grew up on Portage and South Meadow streets...
Michael J. Pomerville
Oct 12, 2023
Michael J. Pomerville, 48, of Watertown, New York, passed away unexpectedly on October 12, 2023, due to complications following a recent surgery.
Born on May 4, 1975, in Watertown, NY, he was the son of Richard G. and Barbara J. (Collette) Pomerville.
Michael graduated from Carthage Central High School. Following school he dedicated his career...
Linda May Gibson
Oct 11, 2023
Linda May Gibson, 76, of Dexter, NY passed away peacefully on October 11th, 2023, with her loving husband by her side at Samaritan Medical Center.
She was the daughter of Howard and Carol (Wager) Mandore. She was born on May 11,1947 in Delhi, New York.
Linda's educational journey included graduating from New Berlin high school...
Ann H. Spencer
Oct 11, 2023
Ann H. Spencer, 92, of Felts Mills, New York, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family and under the care of Hospice of Jefferson County.
Born on July 24, 1931, in Watertown, New York, she was the daughter of Walter B. and Mary M. (Marks) Hovendon. Ann graduated from Watertown...
Diane J. Robbins
Oct 9, 2023
Diane J. Robbins, 77, formerly of Watertown, New York, passed away on October 9, 2023, at the Lewis County Residential Healthcare Facility where she had been a resident.
Born on July 19, 1946, in Watertown, Diane was the daughter of Raymond and Jean (Rabidoux) Secor. She graduated from Watertown High School in 1964. In 1966, she married...
Steven M. Plummer
Oct 6, 2023
Steven M. Plummer, 68, of Watertown, New York, passed away peacefully at his home on October 6, 2023, surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Hospice of Jefferson County.
Born on September 9, 1955, in Watertown, Steven was the son of Francis W. and Loretta Johnson Plummer, Sr. He attended Watertown High School and,...
Brian Scott Best
Oct 5, 2023
Brian Scott Best, 53, of Deer River, New York, passed away on October 5, 2023, at Albany Medical Center Hospital in Albany, New York, after facing complications due to surgery.
Born on April 11, 1970, in Carthage, New York, Brian was the son of Jack and Brenda (Terry) Best. He graduated from Carthage High School in 1988...
Shawn Michael Forkell
Oct 3, 2023
Shawn Michael Forkell, 48, of Watertown, NY, passed away on October 3, 2023 at his home following many years of battling heart disease.
He was born on December 18, 1974, in Watertown, NY, son of Ernest J. and Donna L. (Sweet) Forkell Sr. He graduated from Watertown High School. Following school he held various jobs in the...
Frank D. Giordanelli
Oct 2, 2023
Frank D. Giordanelli,92, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2023 at the Samaritan Summit Village where he had been a resident.
Born on February 8, 1931, in Watertown, NY, to Alfred and Rose Grossi Giordanelli. He graduated from Watertown High School and later served in the U.S. Army, stationed in Iceland and Fort Drum, before his honorable...
June C. Farrell
Sep 26, 2023
June C Farrell, wife of the late David E Farrell of Dexter, passed away, September 26, 2023, at the age of 95.
June was born on June 15, 1928 in Watertown NY to the late Clarence J. And Mabel E. (Middlestate) Cristman.
June graduated from Watertown High School in 1945. She then went on to...
Willi Stoeber
Sep 23, 2023
Willi Stoeber, 84 of Watertown, NY, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Jefferson County on 23rd September, 2023 after a long battle with Parkinson's and everything that goes with it.
Willi was born on September 3, 1939 in Dortmund, Germany, son of Wilhelm and Margretta Stoeber. He grew up in Dortmund during the Second World War and...
Tommy L Fenton
Sep 22, 2023
Tommy L. Fenton (Tom) age 66 of Punta Gorda, FL (formerly Watertown, NY) passed away suddenly on Friday morning, September 22nd.
Tom was born March 5th, 1957, in Potsdam, NY, the son of Richard and Elizabeth Lamb Orford. He graduated from General Brown High School and then furthered his education at Jefferson Community College. After several successful...
