HOFFMAN- LOWVILLE – A committal service with military honors for Lowell V. Hoffman will be on Monday, May 15th, at 11:00 A.M. at Lowville Rural Cemetery with Rev. Mr. Kenneth Seymour, Deacon officiating.

CARTHAGE – Gary A. Baker, 66, 35380 Jackson II Rd., died Wednesday afternoon, May 10th, at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse.

Born in Vermont on July 27, 1950, the adopted son of John and Gertrude Jock, he resided in Carthage for most of his life. Possessions weren’t of much value to him, in fact, he got more satisfaction in doing for others, even if it was all he had. He is remembered for his strong will and unyielding sense of humor in any situation.

Gary is survived by his children, Tina M. Baker, Carthage, Gary A. Baker, Columbia, Missouri, Mary L. Baker-Martin, Mexico as well as a son, Jason Camp.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 – 3:00 PM on Wednesday, May 17th, followed by a memorial service at 3:00 PM at the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., 500 State St., Carthage. Condolences and donations may be made to Tina Baker, 35380 Jackson II Rd., Carthage, NY 13619.

Arrangements for Rose B. Soulia, 89, of DeKalb Junction are incomplete and will be announced by Lawrence Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Canton. Rose died Thursday, May 11 at Highland Nursing Home.

William B. Ray, Sr. 60, of Watertown, passed away May 8, 2017, at his home. Among his survivors are two sons, William, Jr. and John, both of Watertown. Arrangements are incomplete with D.L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc.

COPENHAGEN- Norma F. Young, 78, a resident of the Samaritan Keep Home, 133 Pratt Street, Watertown, NY died on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at the Samaritan Medical Center. She was born on August 22, 1938. Calling Hours will be held on Friday, May 19, 2017 from 4-7pm at the Copenhagen Chapel 10229 Washington Street in Copenhagen. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Copenhagen. A burial will follow in the Tylerville Cemetery in South Rutland. Online condolences in her memory can be made to www.lundyfueneralhome.com

Florida: Henry R. Dobbins Jr., 58 formally of Massena passed away on Wednesday evening (May 10, 2017) in Spring Hill Florida. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Phillips Memorial Home in Massena and are incomplete at this time.

Mr. Robert H. Scott, age 73 of West Stockholm, NY passed away on May 11th at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, VT. Arrangements are incomplete at this time with the Garner Funeral Service. There will be services next week. On line condolences can be shared @www.garnerfh.com.

Robert J. Winn, 76, of Clayton passed away at his home on Thursday morning, May 11, 2017. Callings hours will be at Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., Clayton on Tuesday, May 16, from 4 - 5:30pm with a funeral service at 6pm at the funeral home. A full obituary will be published and online condolences may be made at www.cummingsfuneral.com.

Bernard Cleveland Diekman, Jr., was born on April 15, 1920 in Hackensack, New Jersey, the first of three sons born to Bernard, Sr. and Helen Marie Smith Diekman. He passed away from natural causes on May 4, 2017 at his son’s home in Watertown, New York. he is survived by his daughter, Leilah D. Schou of Tuscon, Arizona, a son and daughter-in-law Bernard III and Daryl Dunn Diekman of Watertown, NY and daughter Diane Diekman Mitchell and her husband Kelly Mitchell of Fayetteville, NC. Also survived and much loved by 6 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and several cousins. Our mom passed away three years ago.

Dad was an exceptional man in many ways- a no-nonsense word who always had our backs. One work describes him and that is loyal. He was all about family. He could fix anything, was a fabulous fisherman, and he and mom spent many happy months at the family cottage on the Saint Lawrence River. They spent hours searching for antiques in the Northeast for their shop, Lime Rock Farms Antiques. He was most devoted to Mom and has missed her very much.

But Dad’s passion was always flying and fly he did-from the time he was a youngster and his mother made him a “flying suit”, His missions were as a B-25 pilot and later a squadron leader in the European and African theaters of operation where he had over 70 combat missions and was awarded the D.F.C. and oak leaf cluster. He participated in providing close air support at Anzio Beech, one of the most important battles of the war. A member of the “Greatest Generation”, with over 30 years with the National Guard. He was a true hero to all of us. Dad was a leader of the 488th Squad-340th Bomber Group and a proud part of the “Catch 22” group. He had so many incredible stories to tell- including tales of storing his 2011Harley Davidson in the belly of his plane so he could travel on land when he wasn’t flying. His visit to The Vatican was a highlight. In all, he was a courageous leader and a skillful pilot. Story goes he was born wearing a coat of caul which according to legend, would protect him throughout life and evidently it did.

Dad was a career employee of Ma Bell and President of the New York Chapter of the Telephone Pioneers, and a volunteer with the Lions Club. He graduated from Syracuse University in 1942 and was a member of the Kapp Sigma Fraternity. He and our mom met there and were smitten with each other from the start. They attended all the fraternity dances and danced through life together, totally devoted to eachother. The family grew up in Bedford Hills, New York. He and mom moved to New Milford, Conn and later to Southbury, Conn after he retired. Dad’s past years have been spent with his son, Bernard III and daughter-in-law Daryl who have attended to him in the very best way. A special thanks to his dedicated aids who cared for him.

So many qualities sum up his life- intelligent, devoted, generous, fabulous gardener, lover of life and he will be missed so very much. Fly on Dad and we wish you peace on the other side.

Bernard Carl Graham, 89, of 22503 Riverbend Dr. East, Watertown, passed May 11, 2017 at Country Manor Nursing and Rehab Center in Carthage. He was born on May 29, 1927 in Watertown, son of Kenneth D. and Grace G. Taylor Graham. He attended Watertown High School.

He entered the US Navy on May 31, 1945 and was honorably discharged as a Seaman Second Class on July 26, 1946. He received the WWII Victory Medal and American Theatre Medal.

He married Maureen J. Heselden on May 29, 1949 at the Emmanuel Congregational Church in Watertown, NY.

From 1946 to 1976 he worked for his father at Kenneth Graham and Son. From 1976 to 1992 he owned and operated Graham Construction & Maintenance with his son Stephen.

He was a member of the Watertown Police Auxiliary, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Auxiliary, Red Cross Water Safety Program, Jeff- Lewis Boy Scouts Leader, Commissioner and the Silver Beaver Recipient, member of the Watertown Masonic Lodge #49 and Life Member of the Watertown American Legion.

He spent many years hunting, fishing and hiking at Graham Park in Pitcairn, NY. He also enjoyed many years of fishing and waterskiing at his cottage on Pillar Point. He also enjoyed bowling and flying his float plane. However, his greatest pleasure was spending time with family.

Among his survivors are his beloved wife of 67 years, Maureen J. Graham, Watertown; a son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Linda Freas Graham, Pitcairn, NY; a daughter and son–in-law, Dawn and Dale Streeter, Gouverneur, NY; 6 grandchildren, 7 great- grandchildren; a brother David P. Graham, NC; a sister, Marilyn Buckingham, FL; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister Wanda Graham Wells.

Calling hours will be Monday May 29, 2017 from 12 to 3 PM at the Hart & Bruce Funeral Home, 117 N. Massey St., Watertown with a memorial service to follow at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will be in the Sanford Corners Cemetery, following the memorial service.

Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Black River Ambulance Squad or the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired of Jefferson County.

Online condolences may be made at www.hartandbrucefh.com

Robert J. “Bob” Winn, age 76, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2017 at his home in Clayton, NY in the presence of his family.

Mr. Winn was born on November 2, 1940 to Robert and Dorothy Blanchard Winn and he was a graduate of LaFargeville Central School. He married Jean Marie Carter on August 9, 1960 at the Clayton Methodist Church. For over 55 years he worked as a carpenter, and a heavy equipment and crane operator.

Bob loved woodworking and spent many hours in his shop. He was passionate about restoring historic homes on Wellesley Island by creating custom moldings, windows, and doors to replicate the original woodwork. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers.

He is survived by his wife, Jean; his six daughters and their spouses, Barbara and Jeff McAdoo, Alison Winn, Mary Linn and Jim Vandewalker, Carol and Alan Curling, Heidi and Rick Doolittle, and Heather and Art Sboro; his sisters-in-law, Sylvia Carter and Helen Printz; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

The memorial service will be held on Tuesday, May 16, at Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., 320 John St., Clayton at 6PM. The family will visit with friends prior to the service from 4 - 5:30PM.

The family wishes to thank their many friends and family and the staff at River Hospital and Hospice of Jefferson County for their kindness and compassion. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations in Bob’s name be made to either T. I. E. R. S. (Thousand Islands Emergency Rescue Service), P. O. Box 524, Clayton, NY 13624 or Hospice of Jefferson County, 1398 Gotham St., Watertown, NY 13601. Online condolences to his family may be made at www.cummingsfuneral.com.

NATURAL BRIDGE -- Shawn Ogrodnik, 27, Old State Rd., was pronounced dead on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at his residence. Arrangements are incomplete with the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., 500 State St., Carthage.

REDWOOD- Kenneth L. Shufelt, 76, of Limestone Rd., died Thursday, May 11, 2017 at River Hospital, Alexandria Bay, NY.

There will be a “Celebration of Life” reception for Lynn C. Elder at noon Friday, May 19 at the Village Inn Restaurant, 181 State Highway 37B in Massena, NY. Lynn Elder passed away suddenly at her home in Naples, FL on April 11, 2017. Lynn was born in Massena March 8, 1949, the daughter of Maurice J. and Mary Catherine Elder. She was raised in Massena and as an adult lived in Massena, Naples, Fl.; Burlington, VT; and Ridgefield, CT. She is survived by her sister, Judith Bonacci, and brother, James, and their families.

Friends of Lynn and the Elder family are welcome to attend.

Funeral services for Doris E. Dubrule, age 90 of Ogdensburg will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday (May 16, 2017) at the Fox & Murray Funeral Home with Rev. Andrea Mericle and Pastor David Sheppard officiating. Burial will follow the service at the White Church Cemetery in Lisbon.

Calling hours will be held also on Tuesday from 9:30am until the time of the funeral at the funeral home. Mrs. Dubrule passed away on Friday (May 12, 2017) at the Riverledge Healthcare Facility surrounded by her loving family.

Surviving is her daughter Diane LaLonde & her husband Stephen of Ontario, NY; a son Edward Dubrule & his wife Judy of Dekalb, NY; two sisters Shirley Woodman of Heuvelton and Ruby Volans and her husband Dick of Ogdensburg; a brother John Cruikshank & his wife Cheryl of Lisbon; grandchildren, Carina Sehrai & her husband Masood of Oakville, Ontario; Scott Dubrule & his wife Brenda of Norfork, CT and Cathi Thume & her husband Steve of Altona, NY; eight great-grandchildren Iman, Riyah, Yusef, Anum & Humza Sehrai and Grace, Sadie & William Thume along with several nieces, nephews & cousins.

Her husband Edward Dubrule and a brother Wendell Cruikshank predeceased her.

Doris was born on March 19, 1927 in Lisbon NY, a daughter of the late Basil & Lila (Erwin) Cruikshank. She graduated from Lisbon High School and later married Edward J. Dubrule on July 9, 1946. She worked as an attendant at the St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center for a period, Cleveland Container as a laborer and later became a homemaker to raise her family.

Doris enjoyed singing and playing music, cooking, playing games with her children when they were young, gardening and spending time with her family. Memorial contributions can be made to the Riverledge Memorial Fund, 8101 SH 68, Ogdensburg NY 13669. Condolences can also be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

Mark A. Dietterich, 56, Franklin Street, died May 12, 2017. Among his survivors are two sons, Josh and Jordan. Arrangements are with D.L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc. Full obituary to follow.

Anthony P. Oddi, 86, Breen Ave., Watertown passed away at his home on Friday, May 12, 2017.

Calling hours will be held at Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., Watertown on Wednesday, May 17, from 4 - 7PM. A prayer service will be at the funeral home on Thursday, May 18, at 9:15AM followed by the funeral mass celebrated at St. Anthony’s Church at 10AM with Msgr. Robert Aucoin, pastor, presiding. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery.

Tony was born in Watertown on January 17, 1931, son of Joseph and Mary Misercola Oddi. He attended St. Patrick’s Elementary School and graduated from Immaculate Heart Academy in 1948.

On December 27, 1950 he entered the US Air Force. He received the National Defense Service and Good Conduct Medals and was honorably discharged on December 1, 1954.

On April 11, 1953 Tony married Anna L. Pepe at St. Anthony’s Church with Fr. George Tobin officiating. Mrs. Oddi died December 10, 2007.

He was as a pavement marking supervisor for NYS DOT when he retired in April 1991 after 36 years of service to the state. He was a communicant of St. Anthony’s Church and a 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus, Council 259. He was a member of the VFW, American Legion Post 61, Italian American Club, and the Northside Improvement League, and enjoyed bowling.

Tony is survived by his three children, Joseph M. Oddi, Bradenton, FL, Therese M. “Terry” Ranger and husband, James, Watertown, and Joanne P. Onderdonk and husband, Douglas, Hilton; three grandchildren, Alyson and Zachary Ranger and Samantha Onderdonk, and 1 great grandson, Andrew Ranger; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Along with his wife, Anna, he was predeceased by two brothers, Albert M. and Orlando “Lefty” Oddi, and one sister, Angelinia Ratigliano.

The family wishes to send love and gratitude to his caregivers, Wanda and Liz, and his very special friends, Annie, Virgil and Bridget. Donations in his name may be made to St. John Bosco Preschool Program, Immaculate Heart Elementary School, 122 Winthrop St., Watertown, NY 13601, Greece Residents Assisting Stray Pets (GRASP), P. O. Box 26741, Rochester, NY 14626 or online at www.graspinc.org/adoptions, or Last Chance Animal Sanctuary, Inc., P. O. Box 21338, Bradenton, FL 34204 or online at www.lcasflorida.org. Online condolences to his family may be made at www.cummingsfuneral.com.

EDWARDS – June C. Chapin, age 83, of Edwards, passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2017.

Calling hours will be held at French Funeral Home on Thursday, May 18th from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Her funeral service will be held on Friday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 2:00 p.m. with Father Shane Lynch officiating. Burial will be in Gates Cemetery, Edwards.

June was born on March 2, 1934 in West Pierrepont to the late Howard and Katherine (Chase) Moore. She graduated from the Colton High School in 1953 and married Edwin C. Chapin on February 17, 1958 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in South Colton. The couple moved to Edwards in 1984. Mr. Chapin passed away on November 19, 1995.

June worked as a Home Care Worker within St. Lawrence County. She enjoyed fishing and hunting. She was always there to help with haying, or cutting wood; and in later years to “supervise”. She loved wildlife, going riding to see deer and watching her birds at the feeders, especially her favorites, the hummingbirds. June’s chuckle would fill the air, and her smile and the twinkle in her eyes would brighten any room.

She is survived by two sons, Tress Chapin of Montana, Brian Chapin of Edwards; a daughter, Kimberly Beyer of California; and 5 sisters, Leota Lincoln, Virginia Moore, Maxine Ricalton, Barbara Curran, and Dawn Atkinson. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and her husband, June is predeceased by a son, Kent Chapin and a brother, Lloyd Moore.

Donations in memory of June may be made to the Edwards Fire and Rescue, PO Box 29, Edwards NY 13635.

Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.

GOUVERNEUR — Norine C. (Bigelow) Burdash, 80, of Binghamton and formerly of Gouverneur, NY, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2017.

She is predeceased by her first husband, Eliot Carl Bigelow, parents J. Glen and Elizabeth “Bessie” Drumb. She is survived by her husband Robert Burdash, sons Scot (Wendi) Bigelow, Steven Bigelow, Ann Burdash, Lisa Bamford, Rick Budash, Tom Burdash and Gary Burdash, 7 grandchildren, sister Beverly Young, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Norine was an outdoor enthusiast who enjoyed spending summers at Sylvia Lake. She also enjoyed sewing and working on her home in Binghamton. She was a member of the American Legion Post 1645 and Christ Episcopal Church in Binghamton.

Visitation will be held on Monday from 2 until 4pm at the Thomas J. Shea Funeral Home Inc., 137 Robinson St., Binghamton, NY 13904. A Funeral Service will follow at 4pm with Mother Elizabeth officiating. Internment will be at Maple Grove Cemetery on Wednesday, May 17th following a viewing from 1-2pm and a 2pm service at Green Funeral Home in Gouverneur, NY.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Norine’s memory to Christ Episcopal Church, 10 Henry St., Binghamton, NY 13901 or Maple Grove Cemetery, 19 Phelps Rd, Gouverneur, NY 13642.

Ronald Sawyer, 73, of Watertown passed away Friday, May 12 at Crouse Hospital, Syracuse. Arrangements are incomplete with Cleveland Funeral Home, Watertown.