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Denise R. Kalwarovski
Jan 7, 2022
Denise R. Kalwarovski, 63, of 912 Strawberry Lane, Clayton, NY passed away January 7, 2022 unexpectedly at her home.
She was born on December 26, 1958 in Watertown, NY, daughter of Edward and Ruth (Besaw) Neville. She grew up in Sackets Harbor where she attended school. Her senior year she moved to Watertown and graduated from Watertown...
Mary A Distefano
Jan 6, 2022
Mary A. DiStefano, 70, of E. Lynde St., Watertown, NY, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2022 at the Sunnyside Care Center in Syracuse.
She was born on November 15, 1951 in Watertown, NY, daughter of James P. and Elizabeth M. (Messina) DiStefano, and she graduated from Immaculate Heart Central High School in 1969.
Mary...
Dorothy (Dottie) Elizabeth Arnold
Jan 4, 2022
Dorothy (Dottie) Elizabeth Arnold, 70, of Sackets Harbor, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on January 4th, 2022. She was born on September 11, 1951, in New York City, daughter of John and Dorothy (Wagner) Arnold. Dottie graduated from Clarkstown North Senior High School in 1969, SUNY Oswego with a Bachelor's Degree in Education in 1973, and Elmira...
Robert A. Rowsam
Jan 2, 2022
Robert A. Rowsam, 76, of Hadcock Road, Watertown, NY, passed away January 2, 2022 at the Samaritan Medical Center.
He was born on October 20, 1945 in Watertown, NY, son of Maurice and Pearl (Rheaume) Rowsam, and he graduated from Watertown High School in 1964.
Following school he entered the US Marines and served in...
Charles D. Brownell Jr.
Jan 1, 2022
Charles D. Brownell Jr., 60, of 149 Willow St., Watertown, passed away January 1, 2022, following a long battle with cancer at his home with his family by his side.
He was born on March 11, 1961, in Watertown, NY, the son of Charles D. and Shirley (Wilson) Brownell Sr., and he attended Watertown High School.
...George A. Doane
Jan 1, 2022
George A. Doane, 67, of Bridgeport, NY, passed away January 1, 2022 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Syracuse.
He was born on January 8, 1954 in Watertown, NY, son of Douglas W. and Myrna (Haller) Doane, and he graduated from Sackets Harbor Central School in 1972.
While in high school and following school George worked...
Elizabeth Mae Chase
Dec 29, 2021
Elizabeth Mae Chase, 93, formerly of Black River, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2021 at her home in Baldwinsville, NY, where she was under the care of Hospice of CNY and her daughter and son in law, Cheryl and Jim
She was born on March 1, 1928 in Barnes Corners, NY, daughter of Merwin and Nancy...
Barbara E. Freeman
Dec 24, 2021
Barbara Ellen Freeman, 76, of St. RT. 37, Watertown, NY, passed away December 24, 2021 at her home.
She was born on October 27, 1945 in Watertown, NY, daughter of Clifford and Mildred (Strife) Dingman. She graduated from WHS.
She married Gerald Freeman on March 30, 1964 at Holy Family Church. She worked at the...
Rosalind C. "Rose" Thurston
Dec 24, 2021
Rosalind C. "Rose" Thurston, 85, of Holcomb St., Watertown, passed away December 24, 2021 at her home, where she was under the care of Hospice of Jefferson County and surrounded by her family.
She was born on December 24, 1936 in Watertown, NY, daughter of George and Catherine Weber. Rosalind graduated from WHS in 1954.
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Elaine J. Prow
Dec 21, 2021
Elaine J. Prow, 79, of 205 Creekwood Dr., Watertown, NY, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2021 at her home.
She was born on May 14, 1942 in the Town of Wilna, daughter of Peter and Arlene Murphy. Elaine cared for children for many years and she was a homemaker. She enjoyed going to Bingo, crossword puzzles,...
Nancy L. Sech
Dec 21, 2021
Nancy L. Sech, 69, of 28068 NYS RT. 12 Watertown, NY, passed away December 21, 2021 at the Samaritan Medical Center.
She was born on May 28, 1952 in Russell, NY, daughter of Robert and Lois (Curtis) Clark. Nancy attended Carthage Central High School. Following school she married Peter F. Sech, of Champion, NY, on November 18,...
Gary Lee Rowe
Dec 15, 2021
Gary Lee Rowe,52, passed away on December 15,2021 in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu Philippines.
He was born on October 21, 1969, in Watertown, N.Y. a son of Gary L. and Shirley (Cole) Rowe.
Gary graduated from General Brown Central School. Following School he enlisted into the United States Navy and was honorably discharged. He worked at...
Mavis Sweet
Dec 15, 2021
Mavis R. Sweet, of Water St., Watertown, NY, passed away December 15, 2021 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, in Poughkeepsie, NY.
She was born on September 24, 1948, in Gouverneur, NY, daughter of Ernest and Mildred (McIntosh) Clement.
She married Nial Sweet on June 24, 1967 in Watertown and the couple were married for 44...
Richard G. Covell Sr.
Dec 14, 2021
Richard G. Covell, 80, of Jackson II Road, Carthage, NY, passed away December 14, 2021 at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse.
He was born on August 12, 1941 in Rome, NY, son of Charles and Mary (Walters) Covell. He attended Carthage Central School and following school he served in the US Air Force.
He married...
Clarence A. Jobson
Dec 13, 2021
Clarence A. Jobson, 90, formerly of Brainard St., Watertown, passed away December 13, 2021 at the Samaritan Summit Village where he had been a resident.
He was born on June 25, 1931 in Mallorytown, Ontario, Canada, son of Fred and Edith (Ireland) Jobson. Clarence grew up in Canada where he was a member of the Air Cadets...
Robert P. Burgenstock
Dec 13, 2021
Robert P. Burgenstock, 71, of NYS Rt.3, Watertown, passed away on December 13, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on March 18, 1950 in Watertown, NY, son of Robert D. and Ruby (Garnsey) Burgenstock.
He is survived by his beloved wife Lynn M. Burgenstock and his three children, Derek...
Jackie N. "Jack" O'Brien
Dec 12, 2021
Jackie N. "Jack" O'Brien, 86, of 135 West St., Black River, NY, passed away peacefully December 12, 2021 at his home, where he was surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on March 20, 1935, in Independence, Kansas, son of Paul and Lois Johnson O'Brien. He graduated from LaBette County Community High School in 1954.
...Eugene F. Larabee, Jr.
Dec 4, 2021
Eugene F. Larabee, Jr., 92, of Sunset Ridge, Watertown, passed away December 4, 2021 at his home where he was surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on January 2, 1929, in DeFeriet, NY, son of Eugene F. and Mabel E. Felio Larabee, Sr. He graduated from Watertown High School in 1947. He entered the US...
Watertown Elks Lodge #496 Memorial Service
Dec 4, 2021
An obituary is not available at this time for Watertown Elks Lodge #496 Memorial Service. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Daniel F. Wadsworth
Nov 29, 2021
Daniel F. Wadsworth, 65, of 22631 Taylor Road, Black River, NY, passed away November 29, 2021 at Upstate University Hospital following an accident.
He was born on March 30, 1956, in Watertown, NY, son of the late Francis T. and Violet (Varney) Wadsworth Sr. Daniel graduated from Carthage Central School in 1975.
Following school he...
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