Recent Obituaries from Middleburgh, NY

James F. Lovelace

James F. Lovelace

Apr 29, 2026

James F. Lovelace, a man of quiet strength, unwavering faith, and a brilliant scientific mind, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 29, 2026, in Niskayuna, NY, surrounded by the loving of his family. Born on July 14, 1939, in Geneva, NY, to Agnes (Gombash) and Floyd E. Lovelace, Jim’s life was defined by dedication, curiosity, and a profound kindness that...

Seth Liddle

Seth Liddle

Apr 23, 2026

Seth Liddle, 32, of Fultonham, New York, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, surrounded by his family.Born December 12, 1993, in Cooperstown, he was the son of Scott and Heidi Liddle. He graduated from Cobleskill-Richmondville High School in 2012 and earned an associate's degree in Fisheries and Wildlife from SUNY Cobleskill.Seth loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, and...

Josef Sorgen

Josef Sorgen

Apr 17, 2026

Josef Sorgen, a devoted family man, beloved husband, and pioneering textile engineer, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, at home. Born on September 22, 1951, in Langel, Koln, Germany, Josef’s life was marked by a love for the outdoors, a strong work ethic and commitment to those closest to him.

Growing up on a family farm near the Rhine River...

Joseph A. Birsen

Joseph A. Birsen

Apr 14, 2026

Joseph A. Birsen, a beloved husband, father, brother, friend, and lifelong carpenter, passed away suddenly on April 14, 2026, at his home in Middleburgh, NY.

Joe’s journey began on May 6, 1963, in Queens, NY, born to Mary (Johnston) and Kenneth Birsen. Shortly after, his family moved upstate to Breakabeen, NY, where Joe experienced the joy of growing up in a...

Barbara A. Bechtold

Barbara A. Bechtold

Apr 8, 2026

Barbara A. Bechtold, of Middleburgh, found eternal peace on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at Kingsway Nursing Home, where she lived the last few years.

Barbara was born in Brooklyn on April 11, 1938 to Genevieve (Bell) and Arthur Baldwin. The bonds of sisterhood form early and are strengthened through life. Barbara held a deep love and admiration for her sister Kathleen...

Zachary Bennett

Zachary Bennett

Apr 4, 2026

Zachary Bennett, of Middleburgh, passed away of natural causes on Saturday, April 4 2026 in the warmth and love of his home.

Zachary was born on May 19, 1989 in Cobleskill to Leslie (Cummings) and Michael Bennett. Growing up, Zachary attended Middleburgh Central School and kept his parents on their toes, a free spirit he wasn't one to be tamed. It's...

Maurice M. Lamont

Maurice M. Lamont

Apr 2, 2026

Maurice M. Lamont, of Walhalla Road, found eternal peace on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at home.

He was born 67 years ago on January 9, 1959 in Cobleskill to Effie Mae (Pierce) and Maurice Lamont, Sr.

Family was everything to Maurice and he couldn't get enough time with "Ma," his wife, or with his daughters and grandchildren. You knew where he was...

Joel "Gripper" Rowlison

Joel "Gripper" Rowlison

Mar 31, 2026

Joel Rowlison, of Albany and formerly of Middleburgh, crossed the goal line and scored the greatest touchdown on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. To say he was a sports enthusiast would be an understatement.

Joel, affectionately known as "Gripper," loved every kind of sport there was, and played almost everything from childhood. All through his school years at Middleburgh he was on the...

Mildred L. Rossmann

Mildred L. Rossmann

Mar 28, 2026

Mildred Rossmann, of Huntersland Road, found eternal peace in the welcoming arms of her Lord on Saturday, March 28, 2026

Millie was born in Queens on October 29, 1935 to Claudia (Falco) and Richard Walsh. On February 8, 1958, she married John M. Rossmann and together they shared 63 years of love, family, all that life brought to them, including nightly...

Chester A. Armellino

Chester A. Armellino

Mar 27, 2026

Chester A. Armellino, "KF6WND", a dedicated amateur radio operator, "signed off" for the last time on Friday, March 27, 2025 in the loving care of his family.

He was born 76 years ago on October 5, 1949 in Jackson Heights, NY to Marie (Nappi) and John Armellino. He earned his Master's degree and was an electrical engineer and professor of physics...

Wayne Z. King

Wayne Z. King

Mar 25, 2026

Wayne Z. King, of Guinea Road, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 in the loving care of his family.

Wayne was born 74 years ago on June 29, 1951 on the family farm in Breakabeen, to Olive LaVerne (Cleveland) and Ralph King. He grew up on the family farm and later enlisted in the United States Army,...

Katherine Lethco

Katherine Lethco

Mar 1, 2026

Katherine Lethco, of Grove Street, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at Robinson Terrace in Stamford, NY

Katherine was one of 15 children and was born 87 years ago on May 11, 1939 in Worcester, NY to Anna Strobeck and Clifford McMullen.

She raised her family in...

William R. Ansel-Mccabe

William R. Ansel-Mccabe

Feb 26, 2026

William R. Ansel-McCabe, of Pleasant Avenue, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 26, 2026.

Bill was born 75 years ago on November 17, 1950 in McKeesport, PA. to Tressa (Osterhoudt) and William J. McCabe.  His father worked in construction so the family moved a lot when he was young, finally settling in Scotia, NY.  His father later...

Carol A. Stryker

Carol A. Stryker

Feb 25, 2026

Carol Stryker, of Gilboa, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at St. Peter's Hospice in Albany, after fighting a short illness with bravery and strength and is now at peace in Heaven.

Carol was born at the Stamford Hospital, 79 years ago on January 25, 1947 to Ruth (Murry) and Edwin...

Carol A. Joslyn

Carol A. Joslyn

Feb 22, 2026

Carol A. Joslyn, of State Route 7, found eternal peace on Sunday, February 22, 2026.

She was born 83 years ago on May 31, 1942 in Middleburgh to Jessie B. (Van Aller) and George C. Bartholomew and graduated from Middleburgh Central School.

Carol's greatest love in life was her family.  Vacations, especially to Cape May,...

Richard "Dick" F. Novak

Richard "Dick" F. Novak

Feb 21, 2026

Richard "Dick" Frank Novak, Jr. of Middleburgh passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026. Dick was born 73 year ago on August 23, 1952 in Concord, NH and grew up in Hillsborough, NH, eventually building a life for himself in Middleburgh, NY. Regardless of where he rested his head, he formed lasting friendships wherever he went. Dick...

Joan Mccalip

Joan Mccalip

Feb 4, 2026

Joan McCalip, of Yonkers and Middleburgh died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.  She was 95 years old.

Joan Marie Verdeaux was born on March 16, 1930, to Rene and Margaret (Walsh) Verdeaux.  The family lived in a house in Yonkers, next door to her French-speaking grandparents, appreciating and enjoying their close bond.  While...

James K. Fuller

James K. Fuller

Feb 2, 2026

James Kevin Fuller, of Middleburgh, found eternal peace on Monday, February 2, 2026.

Jim was born 48 years ago on July 25, 1977 in Cobleskill, to Vicky L. (Urrey) and Joseph H. Fuller, Sr. and graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1995.

He attended HVCC for 2 years and...

Brenda L. Coons

Brenda L. Coons

Jan 27, 2026

Brenda L. Coons, of Main Street, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Brenda was born 76 years ago in Cortland, NY on December 3, 1949 to Jean (King) and William Rundle.

She loved her annual trips to Longboat Key, Florida, walking on the beach and listening to...

Bryan T. Coombs

Bryan T. Coombs

Jan 17, 2026

Bryan T. Coombs, of Albany, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family, following a courageous journey with brain cancer. He was welcomed into the waiting arms of those who went before him, including his grandmother, Louise Purcell; his uncles, Frank and Gene Purcell; and his faithful four-legged companion, Riley.

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