Obituaries

Mar 16, 2018

Wendell W. Flath Sr. age 78 of Mullin Road, Dexter, passed away Friday afternoon at Summit Village, Watertown. Wendell was born October 23, 1939 in Watertown the son of Clarence and Mildred Allen Flath. He graduated from Dexter High School in 1957 and entered the Army right after graduation; serving at Ft. Bliss, Texas until discharged. Wendell married Barbara Bishop...

Mar 16, 2018

Robert F. Caulkins, 79, of 915 Ives St., Watertown, passed away March 16, 2018 at Hospice of Jefferson County at the Ellis Farm where he had been a resident.

He was born on February 16, 1939 in Adams Center, the son of Lyle F. and Marjorie (Snell) Caulkins.

He married Ginger J. Rogers on February...

Mar 11, 2018

Arnold J. Thompson, 80 of County Rte 189 Adams, passed away Sunday morning March 11 th at his home under the care of his family and Hospice of Jefferson County. Arnold was born June 29, 1937 in Dexter the son of Ernest and Viola Woodard Thompson.  He graduated from Sackets Harbor High School. He married Sue Ann Stephenson July 20,...

Mar 8, 2018

William L. Curtis Jr., 76 of Hillside Dr. Watertown passed away suddenly in Scranton, PA while attending an antique tool show. William was born June 24, 1941 in Buffalo, NY the son of William L. and Helen Austin Curtis Sr.  He graduated from Sackets Harbor High School, Hamilton College and received his master's degree in education from Colgate University. "Bill"...

Mar 7, 2018

Raymond A. John Sr., 77, of 545 West St., Watertown, passed March 7, 2018 at his home where he was surrounded his family.

The funeral service will be held 7 p.m. Monday, March 12 at the Hart & Bruce Funeral Home.

Calling hours will precede the funeral on Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. at...

Mar 5, 2018

Barbara F. Lent of County Rte 59, Dexter passed away Monday morning at her home following a courageous twelve year battle with Alzheimer's, under the care of her family and Hospice of Jefferson County. Barbara was born July 26, 1938 in White Plains, NY the daughter of William and Frances Rose Brown.  She graduated from Pleasantville High School.  She married...

Mar 5, 2018

Patricia M. Walton, 66, of 142 West Remington St., Black River, passed March 5, 2018 at Hospice of Jefferson County at the Ellis Farm, where she had been a resident the past four months.

Born on February 17, 1952 in Watertown, daughter of Leslie and Rita Walton, she graduated from Carthage Central School in 1970 and Jefferson...

Mar 4, 2018

Patricia Ellen Lane, 79, of 619 Cayuga Ave., Watertown passed March 4, 2018 at Hospice of Jefferson County at the Ellis Farm, where she had been a resident since January.

The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 9 at the Hart & Bruce Funeral Home.  Burial will follow in N. Watertown Cemetery.

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Mar 3, 2018

Margaret Susanne "Sue" Buchau, age 86, of Samaritan Summit Village, Watertown, New York passed away March 3, 2018 after a struggle with Alzheimer's.  She is remembered as a vibrant, loving mother, an intelligent and hard working employee, a kind and generous spirit and friend to many.

Sue was born September 20, 1931 in Highland Park Michigan to...

Feb 25, 2018

Melvin A. Frazier Jr., 77, of Dexter passed away Sunday morning at Samaritan Medical Center. Melvin was born July, 13, 1940 in Plessis the son of Melvin and Viola Carlisle Frazier Sr.  He attended Alexandria Bay High School.  He served in the US Army from 1958-1962. Melvin married Joyce A. Rockwood on December 25, 1977 by Justice Richard Parker in...

Feb 25, 2018

James J. Jones, 52, of 119 Stuart St., Watertown, passed unexpectedly at his home on February 25, 2018.

The funeral service will be held 4 p.m. Friday, March 2 at the Hart & Bruce Funeral Home, 117 N. Massey St., Watertown.

A calling hour will precede the service on Friday from 3 p.m. to 4...

Feb 24, 2018

Lois E. Lang 89 of Rte 12 E Chaumont passed away peacefully with her daughter Carol holding her hand.  Carol had the honor of being her primary caregiver for over 5 years.  Lois was under the care of Hospice and her daughters Carol and Judy at the time of her passing. Lois was born October 18, 1928 in Camden, New...

Feb 24, 2018

Jack E. Kriesick, Sr., 78, of 1231 Faichney Dr., Watertown, passed away February 24, 2018 at the Samaritan Medical Center.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, March 1 at the Hart & Bruce Funeral Home, Watertown.  Burial with Military Honors will follow in Brookside Cemetery.

Calling hours will be held 4 to 7...

Feb 18, 2018

Florence M. Olshfski, 90, of Sackets Harbor went to be with the Lord and her beloved husband Benjamin on February 18, 2018.  Florence passed away at the Samaritan Keep Home where she has been residing. Florence was born April 17, 1927 in Norfolk, NY the daughter of John and Pearl Forbes Saur.  She attended Watertown Schools and became a Nurse's...

Feb 18, 2018

Tina M. "Merkley" Scougal, 53, of 12 Academy St., Antwerp, passed unexpectedly February 18, 2018 at  St. Joseph's Hospital in Syracuse.

The funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, February  22, 2018 at the Hart & Bruce Funeral Home, 117 N. Massey St., Watertown.

A calling hour will preceded the funeral on Thursday from...

Feb 11, 2018

Michael G. McMahon, 66, of 142 Mechanic St., Watertown, passed February 11, 2018 at his home.

Arrangements are with the Hart & Bruce Funeral Home.  There will be no calling hours or funeral service.  Burial will take place in the Glenwood Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Born on July 25, 1951 in Gouverneur,...

Feb 4, 2018

Harvey L. Chapman age 86 of NYS Rte 12F Watertown passed away Sunday February 4, 2018 at Samaritan Summit Village where he has resided since October of last year. Harvey was born November 4, 1931 in Brownville, the son of Harold and Genevieve Durham Chapman.  He graduated from Brownville/ Glen Park High School.  He served in the US Navy from...

Feb 3, 2018

Bettie E. Sprague, 86, of Watertown, NY, passed away on February 3, 2018 at Legacy House in Ocala, Florida.  Bettie was the wife of the late Charles Sprague who passed away on February 18, 1998.

Bettie was born on April 17, 1931 in Brownville, NY the daughter of George A. Longway and Harriet M. Joles.  She was...

Feb 2, 2018

Milton Bruce McAdam, age 85, of Watertown, New York, went to be with the Lord on February 2 at the Samaritan Keep Home in Watertown. He is remembered as a loving family man, a dedicated employee, and a sportsman and gentleman to all. Mr. McAdam was born October 31, 1932 on Pillar Point, Town of Brownville, New York. His parents,...

Feb 1, 2018

Jamie S. Charbonneau, 39, of 407 Fairview St., Watertown, passed February 1, 2018 at her home.

The funeral service will be held 7 p.m. Monday, February 5 at the Hart & Bruce Funeral Home 117 N. Massey St., Watertown.

Calling hours will precede the funeral service 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday at the funeral...