Dorothy M. Pooler, 74, of Candia, NH, died December 17, 2017 at Elliot Hospital after a period of declining health.

She was born on September 26, 1943, the daughter of Fredrick and Alice (Dashnaw) Boshane, of Watertown, NY. Dorothy was raised in Watertown, NY and worked at Car-Freshner Corp. for 32 years, before retiring in 2010. Shortly thereafter she moved to Candia, NH to be closer to her family.

Dorothy enjoyed crocheting and made so many afghans, scarves and baby doll clothes for all that she knew. She loved to gamble. Any opportunity to go to the casino and she had her hair done in ten minutes! Our family pets had become her very own; they ran circles around her feet when it was their dinner time, and rarely did Loki eat without her by his side. She adored her Car-Freshner family, where she was known as “mother”. She WAS one of a kind. She adored and lived for her family who fondly called her “Gram”. Above all, she will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.

Family includes one daughter, Debra Deslongchamps and husband Kevin of Candia; two granddaughters, Melissa Burrows and fiancé Robin Lirette of Manchester, and Danielle Deslongchamps of Wolfeboro; one great granddaughter, Adyson Deslongchamps of Candia; two sisters, Eleanor Adams, and Roselie Bennett both of Watertown, NY; and several nieces and nephews.

There are no calling hours or services. Memorial donations may be made in Dorothy’s memory to: Jefferson County SPCA, 25056 Water St., Watertown, NY 13601 (315-782-3260). Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements. To leave a message of condolence, please go to www.lambertfuneralhome.com.

GOUVERNEUR- Laurie Ann Whitton, age 58, of Gouverneur, NY passed away on Monday, December 18, 2017 at SUNY Upstate Hospital in Syracuse.

There will be calling hours for Laurie on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at French Funeral Home, Gouverneur. Her funeral service will immediately follow at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home with her brother, Joseph Simmons officiating. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.

Laurie was born on July 9, 1959 in Gouverneur to the late Richard and Mary Ellen (Bice) Simmons. She graduated from Hermon Dekalb Central School in 1977. She worked as a clerk at Ames Department Store in Gouverneur for many years.

Laurie was a collector of frogs, she loved to go camping, but really enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Surviving is her husband of 38 years, Lynn Whitton; two sons, Lyle Whitton and Andy “Boomer” and Amanda Whitton; three daughters, Julie Fielding, Shannon Thomas and Haley Whitton; three brothers, Joseph, Robert and Peter Simmons; 12 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Laurie is predeceased by her parents and a daughter, Mary Ann Whitton.

Joining his loved ones who went before him, Robert Newell Curtis, Sr., 94, Watertown, NY, passed away peacefully, early morning December 16th, 2017.

A private Celebration of Life will be held for the family at their convenience. Arrangements are with the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home.

Robert is survived by his wife, Jeanne; two sons Ronald (Cindy), Calcium, NY; John (Victoria), Leray, NY; four daughters Lorraine (Bill) Parks, Joyce Hale (William Jones), all of Watertown, NY, Patricia Curtis(David Knapp), Wellesley

Island,NY, Jennifer (Eric) Johnson, Carthage, NY; 15 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren; a brother Donald (Joan) Curtis, Wisconsin and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his son Robert Jr, two brothers, Dennis “Chuck” and John, four sisters Lillian Beebe, Doris Bushaw, Dora Eiss and Frances Houghmaster.

Robert was born in Henderson, NY, November 9, 1923, son of Newell and Ruth Dunaway Curtis. He attended a one room schoolhouse in Brownville, NY. He served with the US Army during WW II from 1943-1945 as a medic Corporal.

During that time he was a prisoner of war for eight months and received two Purple Hearts.

Robert was a crane operator and foreman for Abe Cooper Surplus in Watertown, NY from 1945-1986 and was also a mechanic at Reasoners Garage for many years.

Robert married Jeanne Cheney May 7th, 1949 at the Church of the Nazarene In Watertown, NY. Mrs. Curtis was employed at Dairyland, Puff’s Ice Cream and in the cafeteria at the Watertown High School.

He enjoyed country music, reading Louis L’Amour books, westerns, working on cars and spending time with his family. Bob was generous, honest and fun loving.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Salvation Army, 723 State St., Watertown, NY 13601.

Online condolences may be made at www.reedbenoit.com.

CASTORLAND – Geraldine E. Zehr, 86, of Karcher Estates, formerly of Mechanic Street, Copenhagen, died Tuesday evening, December 19, 2017 at Upstate University Hospital at the Community Campus, Syracuse.

The funeral will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 29, 2017 at Naumburg Mennonite Church with Titus Mast, Myron Roggie, and Bruce Roggie, Pastors, officiating. Spring burial will be in the Croghan Mennonite Cemetery. Calling hours are from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. on Thursday, December 28, 2017 at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to David and Josi Zehr, for their son Jonas’ recovery, 32777 Montana Dr., Carthage, NY 13619; or a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are with Iseneker Funeral Home, Inc., Lowville.

She is survived by her 11 children and their spouses, Wayne and Donna Zehr of Copenhagen; Marvin and Linda Zehr of Carthage; Clifford, Jr. and Cynthia Zehr of Silver Lake, IN; Henry and Sherry Zehr of Warsaw, IN; John and Sheila Zehr of Beaver Falls; Annette and Peter Lehman of Copenhagen; Mervin and Maureen Zehr of Lowville; Glenn and Cheryl Zehr of Lowville; Eleanor and Kent Widrick of Beaver Falls; Merle and Kristy Zehr of York Springs, PA; Jerry and Mary Margaret Zehr of Oneida; a brother and a sister-in-law, Simon and Diane Gingerich, Sr. of Castorland; two sisters, Mary Ellen Roggie of Carthage, and Kathleen Gingerich of Lowville; 33 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She is predeceased by her husband, Clifford; a son, Keith Zehr, who died September 23, 1967; and by two granddaughters, Alyssa Zehr and Kailey Zehr.

Mrs. Zehr was born in Lowville, NY on April 11, 1931, a daughter of the late Simon Sr. and Adeline Mayer Gingerich. She attended rural school in Harrisburg and Lowville Academy. On October 19, 1949, she married Clifford J. Zehr at the Lowville Mennonite Church, with Rev. Lloyd Boshart, officiating. Together with her husband, the couple took over her husband’s family farm on the Old Watertown Road in 1956. Together they owned and operated the dairy farm until 1986. Clifford died on November 18, 2013.

Mrs. Zehr was a member of Naumburg Mennonite Church and the church sewing circle. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, camping, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Condolences may be made online at www.isenekerfuneralhome.com.

Sarasota, FL / Clinton, NY – Jean Burns Duffy, 91, of Sarasota, Florida, formerly of Upstate New York, passed away Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

Jean was born on September 8, 1926 in Clinton, the daughter of James and Alice (Larkin) Burns. She was raised and educated in Clinton and a graduate of RIT. She met her husband, Edward Duffy, at a hockey game in Clinton and they were married in May 1954. Mr. Duffy passed away in April of 2016. They loved participating in sports with their children, especially golf and skiing, and retreated most winter weekends to their 1809 house in Turin, home of Snow Ridge Ski Resort. Mr. and Mrs. Duffy loved their community of friends at The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch in Sarasota, FL. Jean was an accomplished artist, still creating just a few years ago. She will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.

Jean is survived by her sons, Kevin Duffy, Atlanta, Brian Duffy, Fabius, Edward Duffy, Lake Bluff, Ill., James Duffy, East Aurora, and Peter Duffy, Chicago; daughters Patricia Constable, Carthage, and Sheila Duffy, Denver; grandchildren, Christopher Grosse, New York City, Kara Grosse, Denver, CO, Katherine Duffy, Denver, James Duffy, Denver, William Duffy, Chicago, Monica Duffy, Houston, Renee Duffy, State College, Pa., Larkin Broussard, Denver, Nelson Broussard, Taos, NM and Lynn and Jean Duffy, East Aurora; son-in-law, John Constable, Carthage; daughters-in-law, Liz Condren, Lake Bluff, Mary Ann Duffy, Fabius, and Moni Basu, Atlanta; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by three brothers and their wives, James (Esther) Burns, Bernard “Bernie” (Carol) Burns, John “Jack” (Joyce) Burns.

Mrs. Duffy’s funeral will be held on Friday, December 22, 2017 at 11:30 am at St. Mary’s Church in Clinton where her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment in St. Mary’s Parish Cemetery will take place at the convenience of the family. Relatives and friends may call at the Heintz Funeral Home, 10 East Park Row, Clinton, Friday morning, from 9 – 11 am.

Those wishing may donate to the Utica College Annual Fund, 1600 Burrstone Rd., Utica, NY 13502, in Jean’s memory.

MASSENA – Mrs. Mable E. Harwood, 96, passed away early Wednesday morning, December 20, 2017 at Massena Memorial Hospital, where she had been a patient for the past two days.

Arrangements are incomplete with the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena.

WINTHROP – Funeral Arrangement for William M. Bugbee, age 55, Shaylee L. Baxter, age 14, Allazza Bugbee, age 6, and Livia N. Bugbee,age 5, are incomplete with the Donaldson-Seymour Funeral Home, Potsdam.

Complete obituaries will appear in the next edition.

Beverly H. Tunison-Shelato, age 89 of Chippewa Bay and N. Ft Myers, FL passed away Tuesday (Dec 19, 2017) at the Hope Hospice House in Cape Coral, FL. There will be a private burial at Pleasant Valley Cemetery with a memorial service planned for Tuesday (Aug 7, 2018) at 1:00pm at the Cemetery. Surviving is her husband Robert Shelato along with many cousins.

Beverly was born on May 31, 1928 in Chippewa Bay, NY a daughter of the late Robert & Genevieve (Dyer) Heron. She graduated from Hammond High School in 1945, and continued her education at the Watertown School of Commerce. She later married Charles S. Bourdon on Oct 8, 1949, he predeceased her on July 15, 1965. She was again married on Jan 6, 1973 to Robert C. Tunison. He also predeceased her. She again found love and was married to Robert Shelato on August 8, 2007.

During her career she worked at the Monticello Hotel in Alexandria Bay and later became a licensed insurance agent. She and her husband Charles owned the St. Lawrence Insurance Agency in Chippewa Bay until 1972 when it was sold. She also worked as the Hammond Town Clerk from 1965 until 1967, and later became the Director of the Citizens National Bank in Hammond from 1973, until her retirement in 1994.

Beverly was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Hammond, a member of the Valley of Thousand Island #382 in Morristown, Past Matron and District Deputy of the Order of Eastern Stars, a United Helpers Nursing Home Board Member, The Pleasant Valley Cemetery Association secretary and a member of the Chippewa Bay Community Center.

She enjoyed watching her husband play Bocce ball and Shuffle Board, being active in organizations and spending time with friends.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Pleasant Valley Cemetery Association. Condolences can be shared also online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

CARTHAGE – Reginald E. “Reggie” Smith, 83, died on Thursday, December 21, 2017 at Riverledge Nursing Home, Ogdensburg.

Reggie was born on October 26, 1934 in Beaver Falls, New York, a son of the late Elmer E. and Mary Jane Burnham (Smith). He graduated from Beaver River Central School in 1952. He went on to serve in the United States Naval Reserves from 1953-1956. In 1956, Reggie joined the Army National Guard and worked for the National Guard and Army Reserves at Fort Drum, until retiring in July of 1992.

He was a volunteer fireman for Herrings Fire Department for 30 years and Great Bend Fire Department for 11 years. He was also Jefferson County Fire Police member as Sergeant at Arms.

Reggie was a member of the Carthage Elks Lodge, BPOE #1762 for 30 years, as well as an honorary member of the Carthage American Legion Post #789 for 35 years.

He enjoyed snowmobiling, four-wheeling, boating and bowling.

His first marriage to Jane Green ended in divorce. In 1971, he married Arlene Rumney. Arlene passed away in 1977.

He is survived by three children, Shaughn M. Lyle Snyder of Virginia; Jeanne L. (Joe) Wilcox of Syracuse; Brett A. (Kim) Smith of Tennessee; four grandsons, Derek Smith; Marcus Snyder; Colby Snyder; and Dustin Smith; one granddaughter, Rhyan (Wilcox) Tompkins; two great-grandchildren, Raelynn Baker and Brayton Tompkins; and a brother, Ernest A. Smith of Beaver Falls. He is predeceased by Viola Richard, his companion of eight years. She died on May 3, 2017.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday, December 23, 2017 from 11-1 PM at Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., 500 State St., Carthage. A funeral service with Military Honors will immediately follow at 1 PM in the Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by The Reverend Canon Samuel P. Lundy. Spring burial will be in New St. James Cemetery, Carthage.

Donations in Reggie’s memory may be made to St. Lawrence County Hospice, 6805 US-11, Potsdam, NY 13676.

Condolences may be made online at www.lundyfuneralhome.com.

Gene D. Bolton, 66 of Floral Drive passed away peacefully at home early Thursday, December 21st surrounded by his loving wife, Sandy, sons Joel, Jeffrey, Gene and sister, Cathy.

Gene was born December 18, 1951 in Watertown, the second son of Clark and Martha Bolton. He attended Watertown Schools and Potsdam State.

On January 26, 1976, he married Sandra Jane Sweredoski. Gene worked the Lewis County Route at the United Parcel Service (UPS) where he held a perfect driving record until his retirement in 2007 after 30 years of service.

Gene was bitten by the “sports bug” when he joined Little League as 3rd baseman at Rand Memorial Field. From there, there was no stopping him and no sport he couldn’t play.

To say Gene was an active sportsman was a BIG understatement. He enjoyed a lifelong passion of hunting and fishing with his sons, brothers, and friends. He enjoyed life to the fullest and was ALWAYS the life of the party! Gene won the Watertown City Tennis Championship in 1977 and 1978. In ’78 he played his best friend Jim Lawler in the final match.

He is survived by his wife Sandra, sons Joel (wife Shannon, children Ellie and Clark) of North Carolina, Jeffrey (wife Theresa, children Allie and Liam) of Buffalo, Captain Gene and 1st mate Samantha Cota of Watertown; 2 brothers Michael of Grass Lake and Steven of Unadilla and 2 sisters Sally Burnett of Zephyrhills, FL and Cathy Dayberry of Ft. Worth, TX. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Saturday, December 23rd from 2-5:00pm at the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Watertown. A memorial service will follow at 5:00pm at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to Hospice of Jefferson County, 1398 Gotham Street, Watertown, NY 13601.

Arrangements are with Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Inc.

Condolences may be made online at www.reedbenoit.com

Dennis G. Whelpley, 61, of Sackets Harbor, passed away unexpectedly, December 20, 2017. Arrangements are incomplete with the D.L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc.

MASSENA – Mrs. Mable E. Harwood, 94, a longtime resident of Andrews Street, peacefully passed away early Wednesday morning, December 20, 2017 at Massena Memorial Hospital. She had recently been a resident of the Highland Nursing Home.

Mable was born January 2, 1923 in Lisbon, one of seven children to George B. Jr. and Hilda Winters Sanderson. She attended schools in Morley and Canton. On February 1, 1941, she married James H. Harwood in Deferiet, New York. He predeceased her on January 9, 1972.

Mable worked in the food service department at Potsdam State for 20 ½ years, retiring in 1984. Her friendship throughout the years with students earned her the nickname of “Grandma Mable” to many of them. She also cared for many children for a good part of her life. She was a dedicated and faithful member of the Massena Pilgrim Holiness Church. She enjoyed corresponding with many of the church members, young and old, through the mail if they had moved away. She fondly remembered their birthdays and anniversaries with a card and treated her doctors with a special goody basket of banana bread, apple sauce and jams. Mable enjoyed crocheting, traveling and spending time with her family. She followed her local great grandson’s accomplishments through newspaper clippings and listening to their games on WMSA.

Mable is survived by her son, Lloyd and Millie Harwood of China Grove, NC; her grandchildren, Kim Moffitt and her companion, Steve Mundy of Massena; Patrick Smith and his wife, Jacenta of Gilbert, AZ; Tracey Harwood of Statesville, NC and Viola Reid of Salisbury, NC; her step grandchildren, Larry Tullos of Witchita, KS; David Tullos of Tennessee; Sheryl Bullock of Salisbury, NC; and Lisa Tullos of Coolemee, NC; and several great grandchildren including Nick, Ryan, and Nathan Moffitt, all of Massena.

She is also survived by her brothers, Lloyd Sanderson of Rota, Spain and Howard and Rita Sanderson of Morley; her sister, Myra and Ray Doud of South Colton and Mission, Texas; a sister-in-law, Louise Sanderson of Massena; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and her husband, Mable was predeceased by her daughter, Alice M. Smith on December 1, 2017; two sisters, Helen Iovine and Shirley Dafoe; and a brother, Ronald Sanderson.

Friends may call Wednesday 1-3:00 PM at the Massena Pilgrim Holiness Church, where funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM with Pastor Timothy Montgomery, officiating. Burial will be in the spring in Morley Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Massena Pilgrim Holiness Church, 14847 State Highway 37, Massena, NY 13662.

Arrangements are with the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena, where memories and condolences may be shared online at www.donaldsonfh.com.

PARISHVILLE – Mr. Malcolm R. “Micky” Smith, 74, of the Old Potsdam-Parishville Road, peacefully passed away Wednesday afternoon, December 20, 2017 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Friends may call Tuesday 11-1:00 PM at the Donaldson-Seymour Funeral Home, Potsdam, where funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM with Rev. Lee Sweeney, officiating. Burial will follow in Chapel Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing may consider memorial donations to the Parishville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department.

Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.donaldsonseymour.com.

A complete obituary will appear in the next edition.

John J. Bazinet, 74, formerly of Clayton, passed away Thursday, December 21, 2017, at St. Johnsville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, St. Johnsville.

Gouverneur – A celebration of life for Elizabeth “Tuddy” Durham will be held on Saturday, Dec. 23rd at 1:30 pm at the Gouverneur American Legion.

Tuddy passed away on December 5th.

Funeral services for Robert P. Purser, age 78 of Ogdensburg will be held on Wednesday (Dec 27, 2017) at 11:00am at the Christ Church in Morristown with Rev. Ed Lacomb officiating. Military honors will be performed following the service. Interment will be at a later date at Foxwood Memorial Park.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday from 2:00-4:00pm & 6:00-8:00pm at the Fox & Murray Funeral Home. Mr. Purser passed away on Thursday (Dec 21st) at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.

Surviving is his wife Wanda; three sons & their wives Toby & Ann Marie Boyea of Saratoga Springs, Mark & Tammy Hockler-Purser of Ogdensburg and Raymond & Charmaine Purser of Calgary, Alberta Canada; a step son John Ferguson of Winston Salem, NC; step-daughters Annalise Ferguson-Given and Katie Ferguson both of Ogdensburg; grandchildren Tonya Robinson, Tessa Boyea, Shandericka Purser, Kendra Young, Robert Purser & his companion Katelyn Middlemiss, Lucas Purser, Brittanie Jones and Cody Jones; great grandchildren Bryson St. Germain, Kayle St. Germain, Landyss St. Germain, Camryn Purser, Aliyah Purser; step-greatgrandchildren Dominic Given, Brendan Lesniak & Natalie Lesniak; cousins Ron & Janet Purser of Brockville, Marie Bijuoni of Toronto Ontario and Nigel Purser of Vancouver British Columbia.

Bob was born on February 1, 1939 in Brockville Ontario and was the son of Gladys Purser. He attended Country Schools in Canada, and entered the Royal Canadian Navy at age 16 in June of 1957. He was stationed in Halifax, Nova Scotia and served during the Bay of Pigs Invasion. He sailed on the Great Lakes under George Steinbrenner who signed for his sponsored visa to become a US citizen. He then enlisted in the US Naval Reserves in February of 1976, followed by the US Army National Guard in 1991. He retired in February of 1999 after proudly serving in the military for 28 years.

A prior marriage to Sally (Bouchard) Purser ended, and he was later married to Wanda Harper on May 18, 2013.

During his career he was employed at Farrand’s Flowers as a landscaper, JL O’Connor Cigars as a distributor, Parish Oil Company as a tanker driver, and General Motors, Anchor Motor Freight & Walmart as a truck driver. After retirement, Bob volunteered for DAV Transportation and was awarded the longest committed driver where he took great pride in serving veterans.

Bob was a member of the Christ Episcopal Church in Morristown, St. John’s Episcopal Church in Ogdensburg, the Lisbon American Legion, The Ogdensburg Garden Club, Ogdensburg Command Performance and a former member of the Ogdensburg Moose Lodge. He enjoyed gardening, traveling, his home and friends in Florida, being with his children, grandchildren and his wife Wanda. Bob was an avid New York Yankee fan and was able to attend many games with Wanda while in Florida.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Ogdensburg Garden Club or the Richard Winter Cancer Center. Condolences can also be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

Robert J. Kelly, Jr., 58, of Stone Street, Watertown, died December 19, 2017, at his home after a difficult and well fought battle against ALS.

Bob was born on July 2, 1959, in Watertown, son of Robert J and Dorothy H. (Jobson) Kelly Sr. From 1979 until 1983 he served in the United States Army, receiving an honorable discharge. On April 17, 1994 he married Judee K. Wiertalla in Brownville, NY. Bob worked most of his adult life as a skilled flooring and carpet installer, earning respect in his chosen field for over 35 years. Bob loved his family, his friends, and all animals- especially his dogs. He enjoyed listening to music, playing billiards, telling jokes, fishing, and many outdoor activities.

Surviving besides his wife Judee are a daughter Laura Rachel (Keith) Baughman, Canandaigua, three grandchildren Megan, Jasmine, and Cameron, three brothers Terry (Gayelynn) Babyak, Dexter, Allen (Andria) Capone, Watertown, Matthew (Becky) Capone, Watertown, three sisters Stacey (Paul) Mack, Watertown, and their daughter, Bob’s first born niece, Michelle Kelly, Catherine Cunningham, Watertown, Julie Capone, Watertown, and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Bob’s family will be holding a private graveside ceremony at a later date. Arrangements are with the

D. L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc. Contributions may be made to the ALS Association, 1275 K Street NW, Suite 250, Washington, DC 20005 or to the Jefferson County SPCA, 25056 Water Street, Watertown, NY 13601. Condolences may be made to www.dlcalarco.com.

Norman C. Egeberg, 89, of Watertown passed away Thursday evening, December 21, 2017, at Samaritan Summit Village.

Calling hours will be held at Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., Watertown on Tuesday, December 26, from 9:30 - 11:30AM followed by the funeral service at Noon at the funeral home with Rev. Steven Murray, pastor of Holy Family Church, presiding. Burial in Glenwood Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family in the spring.

Norman was born in Great Bend on September 13, 1928, son of Carl and Edith Egeberg. He served honorably in the US Navy from 1952 to 1956. On August 27, 1960 he married Jennie Fiaschetti at St. Anthony’s Church.

He worked as a welder at St. Regis Paper Co. which then became Champion International, Deferiet, and retired after 46 years of service to the company. Norman enjoyed crossword puzzles, yard work, and puttering in his garage. Some of his greatest enjoyments were the NY Yankees, time at the cottage in Sackets Harbor, and all his friends and family.

Along with his wife, Jennie, Norman is survived by his two sons and their wives, Carl and Jennifer, Black River, and Gary and Joanne, Travelers Rest, SC; six grandchildren and five great grandchildren; two siblings, Evelyn “Evie” Keddy, Carthage and Gerald and Dixie Egeberg, Melbourne, FL; and several nieces and nephews. He had four sisters predecease him: Elizabeth Reape, Vivian Preivo, Dorothy Quinlavin, and Margaret Brand.

In lieu of flowers, the Norman’s family would like donations in his name to Samaritan Summit Village Activities Fund, 22691 Campus Dr., Watertown, NY 13601 or a charity of your choice. Online condolences to his family may be made at www.cummingsfuneral.com.

EDWARDS/GOUVERNEUR – Rita P. Martin, age 66, of Gouverneur and formerly of Edwards, passed away on December 21, 2017 in Syracuse.

Calling hours will be held at French Funeral Home in Edwards on Thursday, December 28, 2017 from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. with her funeral service following at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Orville Eacker officiating. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery.

Rita was born on January 2, 1951 in Edwards to the late Francis and Aletha (Farr) Barker. She graduated from the Edwards Central School with honors and a Certificate in Cosmetology in 1969 and attended Mater Dei for social work. Rita married William G. Martin on July 3, 1969 in the Gouverneur First United Methodist Church. The couple have lived in Gouverneur for most of their marriage.

Rita took great pride in raising her family. She loved to garden and having many dogs over the years.

Her survivors include her husband, William; a son, Michael Martin; daughter and son-in-law, Jayne and Jason Pratt; brother, Gerald and Nancy Barker, sisters, Diane and Tom Campbell and Clara Cole. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Marcus Hart, Ryan Martin, Rylynn Martin, Raina Pratt, Tyler Pratt; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She is predeceased by three children, Matthew, Daniel and Amy; and a sister, Linda Towne.

Donations in memory of Rita may be made to Friends 4 Pound Paws, PO Box 394, Gouverneur NY 13642 or the American Heart Association, PO Box 3049, Syracuse NY 13220. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.

Brasher Falls- Carol Williams Flint, 72, passed away 2 days shy of her birthday on Thursday December 21, 2017 at the RiverLedge Health Care in Ogdensburg after her courageous and lengthy battle with cancer.

Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop.

Carol was born in Potsdam on December 23, 1944, daughter of the late Joseph and Agnes (Foster) Williams. She was a graduate of Potsdam Central School and a retiree of Aramark Food Service at Clarkson University. Carol was a former resident of LBSH in Brasher Falls. She was a member of the Quad Town Senior Citizens, an avid card player, loved bowling and bingo and loved to travel.

She is survived by four children: James (Tiffany) Bartlett, Hammond, JoAnn (Joe) Gilbo, Norwood, Kimberley Bertrand, Plattsburgh, and Debra (Chris) Wood, Lexington, NC; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Carol is also survived by three brothers: Robert (Judy) Williams, Winder, GA., Ronald (Betty) Williams, Seminole, FL., and Wayne (Marlene) Williams, Potsdam; and several nieces and nephews.

Carol was an active member of the West Stockholm United Methodist Church where Carol’s services and Celebration of Life will be held on her Birthday, Saturday December 23, 2017. Calling hours will be at the Church from 10 am- 12 noon, with her funeral service beginning at 12 noon, followed by burial in West Stockholm Cemetery. Her family respectfully invites family and friends to join them for a reception immediately following Carol’s services at the West Stockholm Church.

Flowers are gratefully declined. For those wishing to express an act of kindness, memorial contributions may be made to the Tri-Town Rescue Squad, Brasher Falls or to the West Stockholm United Methodist Church.

Memories and condolences may be shared with Carol’s family at www.hammillfh.com.