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Arthur F. Thornton - December 17, 1931 - March 20, 2023

Departed: 03/20/2023 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Arthur F. Thornton, 92, of North Lawrence passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 20, 2023; the first day of spring.

Arthur was born in Paterson, New Jersey to Arthur and Mattie (Terwilleger) Thornton on December 17, 1931.

He earned his Masters Degree at SUNY Potsdam and was a Certified Public Accountant, also working as a substitute teacher for a few schools in the area.

Arthur was a generous man, a true gentleman, and a brilliant writer. He is the published author of the novel, “Common Sense and the Bible; Understanding Our Awesome God.” Volume I, with Volumes II- VII coming out later this year.

He enjoyed traveling, often taking day trips with his spouse to places like Alexandria Bay. Arthur’s passion for flowers and nature meant he could usually be found tending to their yard in the warmer months. Birds and squirrels visited him often, because he always kept the feeders full. Besides having a green thumb, he also was a talented Organist and enjoyed going for walks.

Surviving Arthur is his spouse of over 34 years; Thomas Bourassa, and their dogs; Charlie and Cindy.

He is predeceased by his parents; his brother; Charles Thornton and his loving canine companion; Noha.

A graveside service will be held in the springtime at Mound Hill Cemetery in Nicholville.. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls where memories and words of comfort can be shared at www.hammillfh.com.

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Antonia H. Goldsworth - October 13, 1929 - February 05, 2023

Departed: 02/05/2023 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St. Regis Falls/Hopkinton- Antonia "Neddie" H. Goldsworth, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 5, 2023 with her family by her side.

She was born in Bohemia, Long Island, on October 13, 1929 to the late Adolph and Antonia (Balsanek) Rysanek. Neddie graduated from Sayville High School. On April 7, 1951 she united in marriage with Gerald "Jerry" Goldsworth at St. Ann's Episcopal Church in Sayville, Long Island. They shared 69 years together until Jerry predeceased her in 2020.

In early adulthood, she worked at a button factory, hand making pearl buttons from Oyster Shells. She later worked in the office of a roofing company until moving to the North Country in 1969. After relocating to Hopkinton, Neddie worked as the Guidance Office Secretary for the Parishville-Hopkinton Central School District for over 22 years until her retirement in 1993.

In her free time, Neddie enjoyed reading, gardening, and knitting. Well into her 80’s she took great pride in her flower and vegetable gardens. Throughout her years, she donated hundreds of knit hats to area organizations. Many children’s heads have been kept warm because of Neddie.

Besides her parents and her loving husband Jerry, she is predeceased by her siblings; brothers Adolph and Joseph Rysanek, sister Ethel Baldelli, and a son in law; John Walker.

Neddie is survived by her daughter; Pamela Walker, her grandchildren; Morgan (Brandon) Dufrane and Samuel (Jordan Doe) Walker; and great grandchildren Harper Jean and Jaxson John Dufrane.

In accordance with Neddie's wishes, there will be no public services. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls where memories and words of comfort can be shared at www.hammillfh.com. Donations may be made in Neddie’s name to Hospice of the North Country.

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Thomas James Finnegan - July 02, 1959 - January 22, 2023

Departed: 01/22/2023 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St. Regis Falls - Thomas James Finnegan AKA "Fatman" passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023. He was born on July 2, 1959, in Malone to John R. and Rose E. (Riley) Fitzgerald Finnegan.

He was predeceased by his parents and several siblings, Richard Fitzgerald of Louisville, Gerald Fitzgerald of St. Regis Falls and Terrance Fitzgerald of Dickinson Center.

He is survived by his siblings, 3 sisters: Carol and Michael Corcoran of Skaneateles, Margaret Cox of Dickinson Center, and Patricia Finnegan-Wait of St. Regis Falls, 1 brother, John E. Finnegan of St. Regis Falls, an aunt and uncle, Clifford and Anne Riley McQuinn of Brushton, several nieces and nephews, and William ( Billy Du) Dufrane and Randy (Duke) Snyder, both of St. Regis Falls whom he considered family.

Thomas was an avid Montreal Canadians and LA Rams fan. He loved being outside walking, biking and hanging out with his friends, while sharing his random knowledge of things.

There will be no services per his request. A celebration of life will be held on his birthday, July 2nd at the family farm on the Wait Road, (more information will be shared closer to the date).

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Dorothy M. Jandrew - February 10, 1926 - December 18, 2022

Departed: 12/18/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Dorothy M. Jandrew, 96, of Nicholville passed away on Sunday, December 18th, 2022. Visitation will be held at Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls from 4:00PM-7:00PM on Tuesday, December 27, 2022. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, December 28th, at St. Ann Church in St. Regis Falls at 11:00AM.

Dorothy was born February 10th, 1926, a snowy winter night, on the family farm in Dickinson after her father took the horses and sleigh to Nicholville to bring the physician. She was the second oldest of seven children of Donald and Beatrice Jessmer Richards.

Growing up on a farm during the depression, there was always a lot of hard work, but the siblings managed to make their own fun. She, along with her brothers and sisters, attended a one-room school; a long walk in winter weather. Dorothy went to St. Regis Falls Central School for high school, quitting in tenth grade to run the family farm while her father went to work at the plant in Massena. She was very proud of getting her GED after her children left home.

Dorothy was a “looker”, with cornflower blue eyes and auburn hair, and she eventually caught the eye of Vernon “Buck” Jandrew. The couple was married in a civil ceremony in 1947 and again in church. They were best friends, caring and respectful partners-in-life and worked hard to give their children a solid upbringing and a good life.

Dorothy and Buck both worked at Bausch and Lomb in Rochester, NY, after they were first married, then moved back to the North Country, where they worked at Tru-Stitch. Buck became a certified welder and they moved for construction jobs to Orchard Park, NY Plattsburgh where Buck worked on the construction of Plattsburgh Air Force Base and then he worked doing high-steel welding on the St. Lawrence Seaway project, in Massena, NY. They returned to Dickinson Center and Buck was hired at General Motors, while Dorothy stayed home with their two daughters.

After Buck died, she went to work as a paraprofessional, working with teacher Constance Benham at St. Regis Falls Central School in the high school special education room. She loved it and the children loved her, many keeping in touch with Dorothy to present day.

Dorothy was a feisty lady, fiercely loyal to her family, had a great sense of humor and was a lover of all animals. She had many wonderful dogs and cats over the years that lived to a very old age because of her love and care. She always had a Cocker Spaniel, but also adopted every stray that came along. Speedy, her orange cat and constant lap companion, is now missing her terribly.

She never complained about circumstances that didn’t go her way, was always happy with whatever gift she was given and was a kind person who was always willing to help. Dorothy had a stubborn streak and always stood up for what she believed was right.

Three-year old, curly-haired Dorothy and her four-year old sister, Reba, were having their portrait taken by a professional photographer. Little Dorothy was reluctant to sit for the picture and the photographer gave her a doll to coax her to sit still. Never having had a doll, she didn’t want to return it after the photograph. She wasn’t sure how they retrieved the doll, but she remembered not wanting to relinquish it because the photographer “gave” it to her.

Dorothy instilled in her children how lucky they were to be Americans, to enjoy freedom, to have enough food and to not live in a country where people were oppressed and afraid. She epitomized the “All-American Hometown Girl”, fireworks and apple pie. She really enjoyed Dickinson’s Memorial Day parade, which always started outside of town, in front of the family home. There was always a line of people wanting a drink or with some other need, who were never turned away.

She loved Christmas. When her daughters were young and the family was close to just making ends meet, the family had fun making Christmas gifts for relatives. The house smelled like fresh-baked filled-cookies and while her husband was at work in the afternoon, she would take the hand saw, the red toboggan, daughters in tow, and cut down the yearly Christmas tree. While tobogganing with her daughter, they flew over a hill and she broke her tailbone when they had a hard landing.

She had a strong sense of civic duty and she voted in 20 presidential elections, along with all the local elections. She volunteered for many years as a poll worker at Dickinson’s elections.

In 1976, the Dickinson’s Town Board asked her to be Town Historian, a position she held for almost 20 years. Also in 1976, with the help of a lot of wonderful town volunteers, she organized a Bicentennial Celebration with a parade. She and her husband, Buck, interviewed and recorded the town’s elderly residents, Reverend Smith, aged 104, being the oldest. They turned those stories and other history about Dickinson into a book entitled, “Dickinson’s Yesteryears in the Adirondack Foothills”. A second book was in the works.

She was a 4-H Leader and so enjoyed working with the children.Dorothy and her husband opened a ceramic shop in downtown Dickinson Center, which she continued to operate after her husband died. Saturday mornings she reserved for children. It seemed every child in Dickinson showed up! There was lots of fun and laughter.

For a few years, she and Buck operated a sugar bush, making maple syrup and Dorothy made maple cream and “sugar” on snow for her daughters and their friends.

Dorothy had a life-long strong faith, a believer in angels. She enjoyed gardening, ceramics and watching the birds at the feeder. It was a standing joke that she missed her calling by not owning a professional moving company. She truly enjoyed rearranging furniture. When her daughters were younger, the upright piano didn’t make it upstairs, but she moved it, alone, to every room in the house at one time or another. Her husband worked the 4-O’clock shift and often joked that he could come from work in the middle of the night and end up falling on the floor because she had moved a piece of furniture on which he was attempting to sit.

Dorothy loved to learn and was a voracious reader. She enjoyed biographies the most.

Surviving are her daughters, Joy Jandrew-Davis; Wanda Parker; granddaughter, Athena (Tina) Parker; grandson, Ernie Parker; and great-grandson, Richard (Richie) Parker. Also surviving are two sisters, Winona Marshall (late Lionel); and Donna Chambers (late Bernard “Bud”); a sister-in-law, Cyndie Richards; along with many nieces and nephews and their descendants; and an “adopted” granddaughter, Pamela Charleson.

She was predeceased by her husband; Vernon “Buck” N. Jandrew; her parents; Donald and Beatrice Richards and her siblings, Reba (Joe Lemieux); Bernard (Maureen Caskinette); Philip (Linda Minch) and Andrew (Martha Rusaw and Rita Bombard). She was also predeceased by nieces and nephews, Catherine Ann Richards, (1956 – 1957) and Andrew Richards, (1959 – 2010), both children of Andrew and Martha Richards; Patrick Lemieux (1948 – 2019), son of Reba and Joseph Lemieux; and Virginia Swakopf, (1957 – 2003), daughter of Bernard and Maureen Richards.

She was also predeceased by all of her husband’s family, her in-laws, Napoleon and Nellie Jandrew; and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Leo Jandrew (Pearl Martin and Jennie Dupree); Elmer “Joe” Jandrew; Raymond Jandrew (Doris Jerome); Eileen LaVoy (Elton); Myril Richards (Howard); Nola Collette (Edward); Isabell (with whom Dorothy shared a special bond); Donald Jandrew (Elma Baker); Evelyn Jerome (Rolland), son of Betty Campbell (Wilfred). Also predeceased by nieces and nephews: Harold “Sonny” Jandrew (1929 - 2012); James Jandrew (1932 – 2005), both sons of Leo Jandrew and Pearl Martin; Gary Jandrew (1948 – 2014), son of Raymond and Doris Jandrew; Wilfred “Billy” Campbell, Jr. (1951 –1982), son of Betty and Wilfred Campbell; Donald Jandrew (1953 – 1954) and Darcy May Jandrew (1970 –1970), both children of Donald and Elma Jandrew.

Dorothy also missed her friends, Geraldine Pelkey, Pearl Brown, Betty Barney, Sarah Goodnow Welsh and Ella Goodnow, Dixie White, Conny Benham, and Betty and Ray Charleson.

She especially missed her weekly hour-long phone chats with her brother Philip, after he passed away. She always told us, “take your vitamins and go to church”; and “duct tape can fix anything.”

The family is very grateful to Athena (Tina) Parker, Dorothy’s granddaughter, who was her companion and cared for Dorothy for the last 20 years. She treated Dorothy with tender loving care and unselfishly helped her with day-to-day life, which allowed her to stay in her home. Since Dorothy was such an animal lover, in lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Potsdam Humane Society, 17 Madrid Avenue Potsdam, NY 13676, or online at: www.potsdamhumanesociety.org/wp/?page_id=125

Dorothy will be laid to rest at St. Ann Cemetery in the spring. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home where memories and words of condolences can be shared with the family at www.hammillfh.com.

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Thomas J. Brown - May 17, 1967 - October 08, 2022

Departed: 10/08/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St. Regis Falls – Thomas J. “Tom” Brown, 55, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, October 8, 2022. His family will honor his life with a Celebration Gathering and Luncheon on Friday October 14th at 4:00pm at the St. Regis Falls Sportman's Club for family and friends. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls.

Tom was born on May 17, 1967 in Malone, son of William Joseph “Jody” and Sharon “Sherry“ (Parks) Brown. He retired from the NYS Department of Corrections at Upstate in Malone. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding his side by side. His greatest pleasure in his life is the love he had for his family. He never failed to show the love he had for his son's and grandchildren; they were his biggest and proudest accomplishments. Tommy was a member of the East Brook Club, where he shared many childhood memories with his father and grandfather and later with his own son's.

Tom is survived by his mother, Sherry Brown of St. Regis Falls, three sons, Tom “TC” and Corisa Brown of St. Regis Falls, Steven and Kiersten Brown of Nicholville and Hunter Brown of St. Regis Falls, his grandchildren, LilyAnn, Cooper, Brantley, Remington and Braxton.His sister, Linda {Sissy} and Michael Gonia of St. Regis Falls, William “Bugger” and Jennifer Brown of Hogansburg, his nieces and nephews, Michael , Corey, Jodilyn and Tyson. He is also survived by many aunts and uncles. He was predeceased by his Father William {Jody} Brown, his Grandparents John and Ruby Parks and William {Bill} and Loretta Brown.

In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to the St. Regis Falls Fire and Rescue Departments, the St. Regis Falls Sportman's Club or the Foundation for Brain Aneurysm Awareness.

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Leona F. Wheeler - September 11, 1941 - September 30, 2022

Departed: 09/30/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Leona F. Wheeler, 81, unexpectedly passed away on Friday, September 30th, 2022 with her family by her side. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral home, and in keeping with Leona’s wishes, there will be no calling hours.

Leona’s funeral service will be held Friday, October 7th, 2022 at St Ann Church in St. Regis Falls at 11:00 AM. Burial with committal prayers will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Dickinson. Family and friends are invited to gather at the SRF Sportsman’s Club for a luncheon afterwards.

Leona was born on September 11th, 1941 in Saranac Lake to the late Thomas and Anna (Hill) Lucey. She graduated from Brushton-Moira Central in 1959, and then from North Country Community College School of Nursing in 1968 where she received her LPN Degree. Leona worked for Alice Hyde Hospital as a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 31 years, mostly in the surgical, ICU and ASU departments.

Family was undoubtedly Leona’s sanctity. She married Malcolm Wheeler on January 9th,1960. Family get-togethers were her favorite, as her grandchildren and great grandchildren were the light of her life. Leona enjoyed playing cards, trips to the casino, going for car rides to look for deer or stopping at garage sales. Both Leona and Malcolm are members of the SRF Sportsmen’s Club.

Leona is predeceased by her parents; a son; Timmy Wheeler, a granddaughter; Whitney Lee Marsh; her sisters; Dorothy King, Ella “Jane” LaPage, Donna Prue, and a brother; William Lucey.

Leona is survived by her husband of 61 years; Malcolm, her children; Mack Wheeler (Tracy Wilson), Randy Wheeler (Missy Fraser) and Tammy (Brian) Marsh, daughter- in- law Lisa Wheeler; her brothers; James (Barb) Lucey, Thomas Lucey, Danny (Marcy) Lucey and Dick (Lorna) Lucey.

Survivors also include her grandchildren whom were her pride and joy; Shirley (Brett) Wagner, Jordan Marsh (Lauren Brand), Jacob (Jessica) Wheeler, Mack (Emily) Wheeler, Tanner Marsh, Timmy (Kaitlyn) Wheeler, Leah Wheeler, Angela (Nicole) Lucey, Danny Lucey, Karlee Lucey, Melissa Lucey, Sarah (Jeremy) Goyea, Michael Fraser and Tyler Fraser, as well as 10 great grandchildren who were so very close to her heart.

Family and friends wishing to make a donation can do so to St. Ann Church in St. Regis Falls or the St. Regis Falls Rescue. Words of comfort and condolences can be shared at www.hammillfh.com.

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Edward J. Fraser - June 26, 1968 - September 24, 2022

Departed: 09/24/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: With heavy hearts Jack and Kathy Fraser announce the passing of their beloved son, Edward (Eddie) J. Fraser, 54. He was born in Malone on June 26th, 1968. Eddie survived a traumatic birth, leaving him with severe medical issues.

Through the dedication and love of his mother, Eddie was able to flourish and grow to the best of his limited abilities. Anyone who has the fortunate experience of meeting Eddie was immediately affected by his fun loving happy personality. Eddie lived a simple life and loved spending time with his family. Eddie had a special love for magazines.

Eddie is survived by his parents; Harold and Kathleen (Kaeterle) Fraser, his brothers and sisters; Johnny and Sabrina Fraser, Ricky Fraser, and Ginny and Brad Marsh, as well as his extended family of advocates from his house.

Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls. There will be no public calling hours for Eddie, as his family will honor his life privately at their convenience.

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Timmy A. Wheeler - July 19, 1963 - September 16, 2022

Departed: 09/16/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St. Regis Falls – Mr. Timmy A. Wheeler, 59, unexpectedly passed away on Friday September 16, 2022, at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester with his family by his side.

Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls, where calling hours will be held Wednesday from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8PM. A graveside service will be held on Thursday September 22 at 12:00 Noon at Fairview Cemetery in Dickinson, with a luncheon to follow at Sportsmen's Club in St. Regis Falls.

Tim was born in Malone on July 19, 1963, to Malcom and Leona (Lucey) Wheeler. He graduated from St. Regis Falls High School and on August 26, 1989, he married his confidant for life, Lisa Richards. In 2005 Tim started Dexter Drywall & Painting with his best friend, Brett Jenkins and was so proud of the clientele he established.

A charismatic passionate being who had a true love for his family, the woods, hunting, 4 wheeling, and snowmobiling. He was always up for a trip to the casino for pushing buttons, his ultimate pride and joy was any time spent at camp, and Tim’s grandchildren were easily the light of his life.

He loved anything John Deere, the Buffalo Bills, and NY Yankees.

Tim was a member of the Alexander McDonald Fish & Game Club, Standing Tall Hunting Club and the SRF Sportsmen's Club.

He will be greatly missed by his family; wife of 33 years, Lisa; son, Jake Wheeler and his wife Jessica, son Timmy Wheeler and his wife Kaitlyn, and daughter Leah Wheeler; 4 grandchildren, Rowan, Harlow, Myles, and Brooks; parents Malcolm and Leona Wheeler; brother Mack Wheeler and Tracy Wilson, brother Randy Wheeler and Missy Fraser, sister Tammy Marsh and her husband Brian; Uncles Danny (Marcy) Lucey and Dick (Lorna) Lucey; as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

For those wishing to express an act of kindness memorial contributions may be to the St. Regis Falls Sportsmen's Club.

Words of comfort, and condolences can be shared with Tim’s family at www.hammillfh.com.

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John F. Walker - April 13, 1960 - July 26, 2022

Departed: 07/26/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St Regis. Falls-John F. Walker, 62, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 26th, 2022 doing what he enjoyed - working in the woods. John was born on April 13th, 1960 to Herbert F. and Donne M. (Fye) Walker in Malone. He graduated from Saint Regis Falls High School in 1978. On August 29th, 1991 he married Pamela Goldsworth.Prior to his recent retirement, John worked for the highway department as a machine equipment operator in the town of Waverly for over 20 years. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing in his free time. A devoted family man, John believed above all that family was everything. A true friend to all, he was always willing to help anyone in need. John touched the lives of many, and his memory will live on in all who knew him. Mr. Walker is survived by his loving wife of 30 years; Pamela Walker, his mother; Donne M. Fye, his mother-in-law; Neddie Goldsworth, his children; Morgan (Brandon) Dufrane and Samuel (Jordan Doe) Walker, his grandchildren; Harper Jean and Jaxson John Dufrane, his sister; Jean (Daniel) Brockway, as well as nephews and niece; Travis, Zachary, Erik, and Mikayla Brockway and their families. John’s father, Herbert F. Walker, and father-in-law, Gerald Goldsworth, predeceased him. A brother, Brian, predeceased him in infancy.Following John’s wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls. Donations can be made to the St. Regis Falls Free Methodist Church, 1491 State Route 458 St. Regis Falls NY 12980, in his memory.

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Janice L. Olszewski - January 28, 1956 - April 24, 2022

Departed: 04/24/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Santa Clara- Janice L. Olszewski, 66, passed away at home on Sunday, April 24th, 2022. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls and in keeping with Janice's wishes there will be no public services. She was born in Ware, Massachusetts on January 28th, 1956 to the late Stephen and Cora (Conway) Olszewski.Janice worked as a home health aide for over 20 years, working in group homes in the state of Massachusetts before she moved to Santa Clara, New York around 2014.Janice was a sports fan, and passionate about her favorite teams; the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots. She also enjoyed games of Bingo, and spending time with her feline friend, Snuggles. She is survived by a sister, Beverly and Warren Hadlock, her nephew’s; Joshua Hadlock and his companion Danielle Baker, Joseph Hadlock and his companion Gena Rousseau, and a niece, Emily Hadlock. Her brother Richard, predeceases her. Words of comfort can be shared at www.hammillfh.com.

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Frances L. Austin - September 24, 1924 - April 19, 2022

Departed: 04/19/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Saint Regis Falls - Frances Lillian Austin passed away peacefully in her sleep at the Canton Potsdam Hospital on April 19, 2022. Frances was born in Liverpool, England on September 24, 1924, to Francis Crewdson and Hilda (Martin) Crewdson where she grew up. Frances was working as a telephone operator in London during the Blitz of WW2. She met her husband to be at a canteen for service men where she volunteered. She married Raymond L. Austin, a P.F.C. in the U.S. Army, on August 11, 1945, and were married for 66 years until his passing in 2011.Though having a number of different jobs over the years she will probably be most remembered as the Director of the Saint Regis Falls Adult Center and Food pantry. She enjoyed both square and round dancing for many years.Frances was pre-deceased by her parents Francis and Hilda, brother Gilbert and wife May, Sister Doris and husband Mack, husband Raymond and son David. She is survived by 2 sons Raymond Jr. And Michael and his wife Vicki, 6 Grandchildren and 13 Great-Grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.In following her wishes there will be no calling hours. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls. A graveside service will be held on April 27th at 2 pm at Forest Cemetery with Pastor Donald Work officiating.

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Judy Wever - January 01, 1935 - April 12, 2022

Departed: 04/12/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St. Regis Falls – Mrs. Julia R. Wever (known to all as Judy), passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at the Alice Hyde Medical Center. She was 87. The daughter of Floyd C. and Edna (Johnston) Rockhill, she was born on January 1, 1935. After graduating from St. Regis Falls Central School, she attended business school in Syracuse. She married John A. Wever on April 11, 1963, at the Trinity United Methodist Church, St. Regis Falls, where she was a lifelong congregant. Judy was an active member of the St. Regis Falls Historians’ Group for more than 20 years and had extensive knowledge of local history. She served as Town Historian and preserved many memories and stories about the area by publishing the Historians’ Newsletter, which enjoyed wide circulation to current and former residents of the Falls. Judy’s local history research and correspondence led to manylong and treasured friendships. She was part of the founding group of the Waverly ReadingCenter. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, John A. Wever, a daughter, Julie Wever (Kevin O’Neill) of Keene Valley, a son John J. (Erin) of Wells, NY, and a grandson, Edward O’Neill, of Keene Valley. She was predeceased by three brothers: Stanley, Rupert, and Charles Rockhill and enjoyed reminiscing with their children, her much loved nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 19 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls.

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Kenneth R. Pelkey - May 18, 1935 - March 04, 2022

Departed: 03/04/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Malone – Kenneth R. Pelkey, 86, passed away Friday, March 4, 2022, at CVPH in Plattsburgh.Following his wishes his family will honor his life with a graveside service at Sand Hill Cemetery in Dickinson in the spring. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls.Kenneth was born in Dickinson Center on May 18, 1935, son of the late Edward L. and Flora (Eseltine) Pelkey, Jr. After high school, he entered the U. S. Army serving in Korea. He was employed at ALCOA in Massena for 42 years, working as a saw operator. He married Ritva L. Pentinen on February 16, 1985, in Malone.He is survived by his wife, Ritva, his siblings, Marion LaFleur, Louva King, Richard Pelkey, Douglas Pelkey, Victoria Desormier, Lloyd Pelkey, Edith Fefee, Lyle Pelkey, and Phyllis Brown. He was predeceased by a brother Philip Pelkey.

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Pauline Jean Harbert - February 26, 1941 - February 27, 2022

Departed: 02/27/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Pauline Jean Harbert, age 81 of Commerce Township, MI, passed away on February 27, 2022. She was born on February 26, 1941 in Malone, New York to her parents, the late Wendell and Winifred Cox.Pauline is the beloved and devoted wife of the late Dale Harbert; loving mother of four children – Wendy (George) Edes, Vicki Cozy (Dawn Kirkendall), Candi Along (Robert Cenkner) and Tracy (Robert) Pytlak; caring stepparent of Gerri McGee, Ty Harbert, and Todd (Karen) Harbert; proud grandmother of Danielle (Donovan), Evan, Rachel, Callie, Lindsay, Frederick, Savanna, Chloe, Ian, Aiden, Julia, McKenzie, Deeger, Cody, Kendale, Jonathan, Elias, Kyra, Kyle and great-grandmother to Savannah, Josephine, Everlie, Kaien and Blaine. Loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. She is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by her siblings, Wendell Cox, David Cox, Thomas (Sue) Cox, Shirley (Jim) Bowling and her twin sister, Arlene Bartholomew.Pauline lived life to the fullest, she always had a smile on her face, she loved to laugh and enjoyed being with her family and friends. She loved being a grandmother, surrounded herself with them every chance she had. She spent her days filled with smiles, laughs, and adventures.Pauline will be laid to rest in St. Ann Cemetery in St. Regis Falls, New York on May 23rd at 2 pm.

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Johanna A. Hughes - July 02, 1928 - February 08, 2022

Departed: 02/08/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Malone - Johanna Ornstedt Hughes, 93, passed away on February 8, 2022. Johanna was born in Malone on July 2, 1928, the daughter of Carl G. Ornstedt and Elizabeth Coughlin Ornstedt. She graduated from Franklin Academy in 1946.In 1949 she married James C. Hughes of Chateaugay and embarked on the life of a naval aviator's wife which took her to Florida, Texas and California. In 1950 she gave birth to a son, James C. Hughes IV. In August of 1951 while stationed aboard the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Princeton her husband James was killed in action in Korea. She returned to Chateaugay with her infant son and began the next stage of her life, as a single mother."Jo" had a long career at Niagara Mohawk/National Grid. She was an ardent antique and art collector all her life. Jo was a very strong independent woman who lived life on her own terms. She loved her son James and was a devoted mother. She loved her nieces and nephews and they loved her. Jo was a very generous person who donated to many organizations in the Malone area. She resided for many years on the Red Tavern Road in Duane before moving into Malone in recent years. She will be deeply missed by her many friends and relatives.Jo is survived by her sister Mary Ornstedt Baker of Malone and several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. Johanna was predeceased by her parents, her son James C. Hughes IV, her sister Patricia Ornstedt Lampson and herlong-time companion Ted Winterbottom.A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, February 23 at St. Ann’s Church in St. Regis Falls. A celebration of life will follow afterwards for friends and family at Donovan’s Steak & Ale in Malone.

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Francis Joseph Brockway - May 17, 1933 - February 06, 2022

Departed: 02/06/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St. Regis Falls - Francis Joseph Brockway, 88, passed away Sunday, February 6, 2022, in the comfort of his home. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls. Graveside prayers and military honors will be held in the spring at St. Ann’s Cemetery in St. Regis Falls.Francis (Frank) was born in Ft. Covington on May 17, 1933, son of the late Harold Isiah and Ethel M. (Bean) Brockway. He attended Ft. Covington district school and graduated from Ft. Covington High School. Frank served his country in the US Army during the Korean War. He married his loving wife, Shirley Derouchie on June 18, 1955, at St. Patrick’s Church in Hogansburg with Msgr. Funke celebrating.His employment career began at Alcoa in Massena, followed by the St. Lawrence Seaway. Next his career path shifted to building homes with Paragon Custom Homes. He then worked several years in the logging industry. Served as an inspector for the Corp of Engineers during the Fort Drum expansion and he was construction manager at the Ogdensburg Bridge & Port Authority, retiring in 2000. Very active in his faith, Frank was a strong believer in the Catholic Creed, loved his church and honored God daily. He was a parishioner of St. Ann’s Church in St. Regis Falls, a 4th degree Knight of Columbus and a member of the American Legion.Frank’s favorite place was his camp at the base of Azure Mountain. He often gathered with family and friends for countless cookouts, enjoying his famous grilled chicken. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved nature and being outdoors. Frank always enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a member of McCavanaugh Pond Hunting Club for 62 years. He loved gardening, especially watching his indoor seedlings grow on the back porch before planting season with watering assistance from his wife, Shirley. Flowers were always planted right after Memorial Day. Francis is survived by his wife, Shirley, four children, Carole Swanson and Chris Raines of North Carolina, James Francis and Michelle Brockway, Patricia and Lyndon Farmer, and Daniel Robert and Jean Brockway, all of St. Regis Falls, 13 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 6 step-great grandchildren, his siblings, Rita Boyea and Ann Eldridge, many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by 12 siblings, Madeline Leroux, Thelma Brockway, Gerald Brockway, Eloise Keefe, Carmel Jock, Joyce Smith, Yvonne Leroux, William Brockway, June Smith, Jerome Brockway, Sr. John Mary (Donna Brockway) and John Brockway.Donations may be made to the St. Regis Falls Adult Center or the American Legion in lieu of flowers.

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Marty A. Shantie - July 13, 1968 - January 04, 2022

Departed: 01/04/2022 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Dickinson Center – Marty A. Shantie, 53, passed away Tuesday, January 4, 2022. Arrangements are entrusted to the Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls, where his family will be receiving friends on Friday, January 14th from 1 to 3 pm and 6 to 8 pm. Marty’s family will celebrate his life on Saturday morning at 10:30 am at the Dickinson Center Baptist Church. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery in Dickinson Center.Born on July 13, 1968, in Malone, son of Jay M. and Barbara F. (Dustin) Shantie. He graduated from Franklin Academy. Marty worked at ALCOA in Massena as a construction operator for almost 29 years. A marriage to Lisa Fraser, blessed him with two sons. On January 1, 2014, he married Christine A. Mose in Dickinson Center.His family was of utmost importance to Marty. He was all about family, his entire family, and loved spending quality time with them. He was an avid hunter, enjoyed golf, fishing, softball, bowling, coaching T-Ball, and following the NY Giants. He practiced his faith at the Dickinson Center Baptist Church. He served as a Trustee and was active in the Vacation Bible School program.Marty is survived by his wife, Christine, his parents, Jay and Barbara Shantie of Malone, two sons, Steven Shantie and partner, Kendall Marshall of Cheektowaga and Brady and Vanessa Shantie El Paso, TX, two daughters, Courtney Martin of Malone and Bridgette Martin of Dickinson Center, 3 grandchildren, Kahlib, Octavia and Victoria, and loved by his nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Steven Shantie on August 22, 1982.

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John J. Wilson - December 22, 1928 - December 10, 2021

Departed: 12/10/2021 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St. Regis Falls - John J. Wilson, 92, died peacefully at home December 10, 2021, with his daughter, Gina, by his side.John was born at home in Westville, NY on December 22, 1928, to the late Cora and George Wilson. He served in the U. S. Army during the Korean War. He married Peggy LeClair on Sept. 25, 1953, in Westville. Peggy died on March 9, 2015.He operated Wilson’s Garage in Nicholville before starting work at SUNY Potsdam in the maintenance department, retiring in 1990. He was a member of the Nicholville Fire Department until 1973 when he moved to St. Regis Falls. He was a member of the St. Regis Falls Fire Department for 17 years, a member of the St. Regis Falls American Legion, a charter member of the Twin Brook Hunting Camp (1959 to present). John was able to enjoy his one last game of cards with friends on December 8th at his home.He is survived by his daughter: Gina Caudill, St. Regis Falls, and a granddaughter: Carlie Caudill, Clifton Park, his best friend: David Rhodes, St. Regis Falls and his many friends in the community.John was the youngest of 12 children. He was predeceased by eight brothers, Edward, Art, James, Lloyd, Harry, Henry, Bob and Roy; three sisters, Ethel Hutchins, Grace Powell and Edna Hill; a son-in-law, Russell Caudill and his faithful companion, Charlie.A graveside service with Military Honors will be held in the spring. Memorials in his name can be made to the St. Regis Falls Rescue.Memories can be shared at www.hammillfh.com.

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Richard G. Ross - August 04, 1944 - December 04, 2021

Departed: 12/04/2021 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Santa Clara – Richard G. Ross, 77, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021, at his home under the care of his wife and hospice. Following his wishes, his family will honor his life privately. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls.Richard was born in Bridgeport, CT on August 4, 1944, son of the late George and Gail (Hand) Ross. He served in the Army National Guard for 6 years. He married Jane Soucy on May 12, 1973, at St. Ann’s Church in St. Regis Falls. Together they owned and operated Ross’s General Store in St. Regis Falls from 1980 to 1989.He enjoyed working on cars with his friend David Vanderwalker, games of chance and spending time with family.Richard is survived by his wife, Jane, his brother, Gilbert Ross of Clarksville, GA, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Robert and Heidi Soucy of Naples, FL and Ronald and Joan Soucy of Santa Clara, nieces and nephews, Douglas Soucy and Brian Fleming of Seattle, WA, Daniel and Kelly Soucy of Montrose, CO, Tina Ellis and fiancé, Jim Bassett of Brattleboro, VT and Jason Jasensowki of Washington, DC, great nieces and nephew, Tessa Ellis of Brattleboro, VT, Ryan Jane Soucy and Ben Soucy of Montrose, CO.Memorials in his memory can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org).

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David F. Austin - December 25, 1951 - November 14, 2021

Departed: 11/14/2021 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St. Regis Falls – David F. Austin, 69, passed away Sunday, November 14, 2021, at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls. Graveside services will be held on Monday, November 22nd at 1 pm at Forest Cemetery in St. Regis Falls with Military Honors.

David was born in Malone on December 25, 1951, son of Raymond L. and Frances L. (Crewdson) Austin. He served his country in the U. S. Air Force from 1971 to 1975. He was a Correctional Officer at Franklin Correctional Facility in Malone, retiring after 32 years.

He is survived by his mother, Frances of St. Regis Falls, two sons; Matthew of St. Regis Falls and Heath of Lake Placid, two brothers; Raymond Austin, Jr and Michael Austin, both of St. Regis Falls and five grandchildren. He was predeceased by his father, Raymond on July 27, 2011.

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Dorothea J. McDonald - June 24, 1950 - November 01, 2021

Departed: 11/01/2021 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St. Regis Falls/Santa Clara – Dorothea J. McDonald, 71, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021, at Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls.

Dorothea was born in Malone on June 24, 1950, daughter of the late Walter and Dora Bond. She married Leslie McDonald on September 11, 1969, in South Carolina. She worked at the Crown Plaza in Lake Placid in the housekeeping department for 12 years.

She is survived by her husband, Leslie, her children, Carrie McDonald of St. Regis Falls, John and Madeline McDonald of St. Regis Falls and William McDonald of Malone, six grandchildren, Christian McDonald, Alexis McDonald, Damion McDonald, Summer McDonald, Michael McDonald, and Kayden McDonald, three great grandchildren, Wyatt McDonald, Rebecca McDonald and Iziah McDonald, and one brother, Donald Bond of Malone. She was predeceased by a brother, Wade Bond.

Graveside services will be held Friday, November 5th at 3 pm at Santa Clara Cemetery in Santa Clara. Memories can be shared with her family at www.hammillfh.com

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Terrance A. Fitzgerald - September 01, 1950 - September 13, 2021

Departed: 09/13/2021 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St. Regis Falls – Mr. Terrance A. “Fitzy” Fitzgerald, 71, passed away on September 13, 2021, in the comfort of his home with his wife Tammy, at his side.

Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls where calling hours will be held on Tuesday September 21st from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 PM. By family request those attending are asked to please wear facial coverings.

Fitzy’s graveside service with Military Honors will be held on Wednesday September 22nd at 11:00 AM at Mound Hill Cemetery in Nicholville. Afterwards, those in attendance are welcome to join the family for a luncheon at the St. Regis Falls American Legion.

On September 1, 1950, Fitzy was born in Malone to the late John Fitzgerald and Rose (Riley) Fitzgerald - Finnegan. He attended school in St. Regis Falls and enlisted in the US ARMY before graduating. He proudly and distinctively served and fought for his country in the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged in 1970.

He married Tammy DeBuque on September 13, 1980, a beautiful sunshining day, at their home on River Road in St. Regis Falls.

In early years Fitzy worked in maintenance for the Petrova High School. Later, he and his wife Tammy owned and operated their bait and tackle shop, “The Horny Trout” and then owned and operated Eskimo Inn for some time.

He was an avid outdoorsman who loved Mother Earth and he spent many hours in the woods creating and cultivating his man-made 100-acre hunting club that was completed this past summer.

Fitzy was passionate about serving his country, his fellow man and truly cared about other Veterans. He was a longtime member of the St. Regis Falls American Legion POST 322 where he also a member of the Rifle Squad providing military honors for his fallen comrades.

If you knew Fitzy, you knew how much he valued his friendships and reminiscing and he leaves behind a legacy of stories to last a lifetime.

A son, Jonathan Michael Fitzgerald, and two brothers, Gerald and Richard predecease him.

He is survived by his wife Tammy; 2 sons, Terrance Fitzgerald II and his wife Angela of Oklahoma, Loren Fitzgerald and finance Kelly Greene of St. Regis Falls; 8 grandchildren, Terry III, Azrella, Todd, Trenton, Arianna Tanner, Loren Richard, and Nevaeh Rose; father-in-law, Loren P. DeBuque; 1 sister, Carol (Mike) Corcoran of Skaneateles Lake, and Aunt Ann (Clifford) McQuinn of Brushton; half brothers and sisters, John Finnegan, Thomas Finnegan, Margaret Cox, and Patricia Waite, many nieces, nephews, and cousins; 2 sisters and 1 brother in-law, Jeanne MacDonald, Lorna Lucey, and Gregory DeBuque.

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Kurt J. Russell - November 19, 1996 - September 07, 2021

Departed: 09/07/2021 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: St. Regis Falls –Kurt J. Russell, 24, died tragically in an accident at work on Tuesday, September 7,2021 in Long Lake. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls.

Kurt was born in Sharon, CT, on November 19, 1996, son of Martin J. and Colleen M. (Reardon) Russell. After high school he set his dreams of getting his CDL and having a career in trucking. He had worked for Sysco in Plattsburgh and was able to have a job closer to home with Suburban Propane in Malone. He enjoyed anything with a motor, cars, motorcycles, and trucks.

He is survived by his father, Martin of St. Regis Falls, three sisters, Miranda and Josh Baile of Massena, Kaye and Daniel Horne and Kathleen Russell, of St. Regis Falls, his niece, nephew, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was predeceased by his mother, Colleen on December 21, 2017.

Graveside services will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Brushton, Friday, September 24th at 1 pm.

Memories and condolences can be shared with his family at www.hammillfh.com.

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Francis R. LaPage - January 12, 1944 - August 30, 2021

Departed: 08/30/2021 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Dickinson – Mr. Francis R. LaPage, 77, peacefully passed away on Monday August 30, 2021, in the comfort of his home. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls and in keeping with Francis’ wishes there will be no calling hours.

His family will be holding a Celebration of Life Memorial on Saturday September 11, 2021, at the family home in Dickinson, beginning at 1:00 PM.

Francis was born in Ogdensburg on January 12, 1944, to the late Francis and Pearl (Cantwell) LaPage. He attended St. Lawrence Central School and on June 21, 1969, he married Bertha T. Martin at St. Patrick Church in Brasher Falls. True companions in life they shared a blessed union until the time of Bertha’s passing on July 7, 2012.

For many years Francis was a truck driver, maintaining the roads and highway for the Town of Santa Clara. He also drove the transport bus for the elderly, after his retirement from the Town.

He was an avid hunter and fisherman, was always ready for a trip to the casino, and cherished all the time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Francis is survived by his children and their spouses, Richard and Bunny French of Moira, Scott and Suzanne LaPage of Norwood, Timothy LaPage and Lisa LaBarge of Stockholm, and Nicole and Rodney Jock of Dickinson; 6 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary, Betty, Linda, Janie (Hank), Suzie, and Norma; brothers Wayne (Betty), Gerald (Elaine), Hervey (Ruth), and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was predeceased by a brother Donald LaPage and a sister Evelyn Robare. Memories and condolences can be shared wit his family at www.hammillfh.com

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Rita A. Haynes - April 09, 1935 - August 03, 2021

Departed: 08/03/2021 (St. Regis Falls)

Obituary Preview: Dickinson Center - Rita A. Haynes, 86, passed away August 3, 2021, at CVPH in Plattsburgh.

Rita was born in Dickinson Center on April 9, 1935, the daughter of the late Mahlon and Lula (Smith) Ploof. She attended school in Dickinson Center and St. Regis Falls, and in June of 1953, she married Walter Haynes. They shared a 54-year union until his passing on April 20, 2007. Rita worked at St. Regis Falls Central School for 24 years in the cafeteria. She enjoyed crafts, collecting dolls and doll houses. Rita was a communicant of St. Ann’s Church, was a member of the Dickinson Grange and St. Regis Falls Adult Center.

She is survived by her children; Walter and Kyle Haynes of South Glens Falls, Eva and Bob Durant of Bombay, Debra LaBarr of Bombay, William and Tammy Haynes of Dickinson Center, Robert and April Haynes of Malone, a brother, Mahlon Ploof of Cabot, Arkansas, sister in laws; Ann Ploof, Theresa Curran, Marleen Rose Haynes, and Audrey Haynes, 12 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, many nieces, and nephews. Rita was predeceased by 7 siblings: Marge Caron, Elaine Votra, Malcolm Ploof, Carlton Ploof, Fay Ploof, an infant brother, an infant sister, and a son in law, Lawrence LaBarr.

Visitation will be held Friday from 5 to 7 pm at Hammill Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls. A prayer service will be held at 7 pm. Graveside service will be Saturday at 10 am at St. Ann’s Cemetery in St. Regis Falls.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their family, accomplishments, and funeral or memorial service arrangements.

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Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a permanent record of a person's life and legacy.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, a family member or close friend writes an obituary, but it can also be written by a funeral home or a professional obituary writer. In some cases, the deceased person may have written their own obituary in advance.

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A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral or memorial service arrangements.

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Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to ask about their submission process and any specific requirements they may have. Some newspapers may accept online submissions, while others may require email or phone submissions.

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Yes, you can write your own obituary in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise that allows you to reflect on your life and legacy. You can store the draft with your important documents or share it with a trusted friend or family member.

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The cost of publishing an obituary varies widely depending on the newspaper or online platform. Some newspapers may charge by the word or line, while others may offer package deals or discounts for online-only publications.

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In most cases, it's difficult to make changes to an obituary once it's been published in print. However, online obituaries can often be edited or updated easily.

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If you're unsure about including certain sensitive information in an obituary, such as the cause of death or personal struggles, consider consulting with other family members or a trusted advisor for guidance.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has been deceased for a long time?

Yes, you can still write an obituary for someone who passed away years ago. This can be a meaningful way to honor their memory and share their story with others.

What if I'm not comfortable writing an obituary myself?

If you're struggling to write an obituary, consider enlisting the help of a friend or family member who knew the deceased person well. Alternatively, you can hire a professional obituary writer or seek assistance from a funeral home.

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To ensure accuracy, double-check facts such as dates, names, and spellings before submitting the obituary. It's also a good idea to have someone else review the draft before publication.

What if I need to correct errors in an already-published obituary?

If you discover errors in an already-published obituary, contact the newspaper or online platform immediately to request corrections. They may be able to issue a correction or update the online version.

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You can preserve an online obituary by saving it as a PDF or printing it out for safekeeping. You can also consider creating a digital archive of family history and genealogy records.

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Yes! Many online resources offer templates and guides to help you write an obituary. These can be especially helpful if you're struggling to get started or need some structure and guidance.

How do I ensure that my loved one's legacy lives on through their obituary?

An obituary is just one way to celebrate your loved one's life. Consider creating a memorial fund, planting trees in their honor, or establishing a scholarship program to continue their legacy beyond the initial publication of the obituity.