Massena- Mr. Thomas J. Klemp, 64, passed away in the comfort of his home on Wednesday May 9, 2018. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop. In keeping with Tom’s wishes, there will be no services at this time. A full obituary will be published when available. Memories and condolences may be shared with Tom’s family at www.hammillfh.com

COLTON – Friends & family are invited to calling hours of W. Nye Smith, age 96, at the Donaldson-Seymour Funeral Home, Potsdam from 4-6 PM on Friday, May 18th. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Saturday May 19th at the First Presbyterian Church in Potsdam; a reception will follow in the Presbyterian Center. The family will hold a private committal at the Morley Episcopal Church, where Betty and Nye were married. Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.donaldsonseymour.com

Peter J. Cullen, 61, Dexter, passed away Thursday, May 10th at his home with his family by his side.

Calling hours will be Monday, May 14th from 4 pm – 7 pm at the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Watertown. The funeral service will be held for the convenience of the family with burial in Glenwood Cemetery.

Peter is survived by two sisters, Jeanne Cullen and Mary Martuzas, both of Watertown; his brother Mark Cullen, Chaumont; his nieces and nephews Chuck, Connie and Jesse Martuzas, Matt Eaton and Elizabeth O’Keefe; 8 great nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and a brother Walter A. Cullen, Jr.

Peter was born in Watertown, October 19, 1956, a son to Walter A. and Florence Roberts Cullen. He spent his early years enjoying his time at the lake at Campbell’s Point. He was an avid New York Yankee and Dallas Cowboy fan.

Peter was known for a wonderful smile and cheerful disposition. He was a kind and loving soul who brought joy to all who knew him.

Peters family would like to thank the staff at the JRC house in Dexter for the loving and compassionate care they gave Peter during the last several years including Kristen, Gabby, Laurie, Heather, Mary, Regina, Regan, Sheree, Colton, Linda, Miguel, Heidi, Cathy and Lovi.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the JRC Foundation, PO Box 41, Watertown, NY 13601

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

CHAMPION – Julie Fiaschetti, 63, of Line School Road, died on Friday, May 11, 2018 at home, under the loving care of her family and Jefferson County Hospice.

Julie was born on July 7, 1954 in Anchorage, Alaska, a daughter of James R. and Jeanne S. (Schermerhorn) Church. She graduated from Carthage Central School. She was employed as a Bus Driver for the Carthage School District, retiring after 37 years of service.

She is survived by three children, James “Jim” (Carolyn) Fiaschetti of Carthage; Jenna (Tyler) Adle of Maryland; Joseph Seymour of Carthage; a step-daughter, Margarita Petrie of Watertown; a step-son, Charlie Carr of Harrisville; four siblings, Becky Adkinson of Ohio; Charlotte Moore of Florida; Mary Eddy of Champion; Sandy Cannan of Natural Bridge and her long-time companion of Charlie Carr Sr. of Harrisville; 15 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and of course, her faithful canine companion, Ceasar.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 14, 2018 at 9:00 AM in the Second United Methodist Church of Champion with Rev. Sung Ah Choi officiating. A memorial reception will immediately follow the service at the Champion Fire Hall. Burial will be held at a later date in Hillside Cemetery, Champion.

Donations in Julie’s memory can be made to the Second United Methodist Church, with an off-site mailing address at 610 State St., Carthage, NY 13619; or the Champion Fire Hall at 34150 NY-126, Carthage, NY 13619.

Arrangements are being handled by Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc. Condolences can be made online at www.lundyfuneralhome.com.

Helena/Bombay- Mr. Ronald E. Moreau, 73, passed away Thursday May 10, 2018 at the Massena Memorial Hospital with his wife and family at his side. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop, where calling hours will be held Saturday May 19th from 10 am – 12 pm. Ron’s Funeral Service will commence upon the conclusion of calling hours at 12:00 pm with Pastor Art Preve officiating. Memories and condolences may be shared with his family and a full obituary can be viewed at www.hammillfh.com.

Beatrice E. Piper, of Baker Road, Adams, passed away Thursday, May 10th at her home. She was 98 years old.

Beatrice was born on June 26, 1919 in Ellisburg, a daughter to Fred and Anna Eaton Cobb. She married Lyle D. Piper June 28, 1939 in Adams, NY. They owned and operated dairy farms in Ellisburg and Lorraine. Mr. Piper died April 17, 1985. Beatrice is survived by her children, Garfield (Larry) Piper, Adams; Gordon Piper, Mannsville; Mrs. Robert (Yvonne) Williams, Nevada; her brother, Charles Cobb, Ohio; 9 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Besides her parents and husband she was predeceased by a grandson, Timothy Piper, a sister, Shirley Proctor and her brother Carl Cobb. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of her family in the Ellisburg Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.carpenterstoodley.com.

Walter C. Lacks, 93, of Norwood, NY succumbed to heart failure on Saturday, May 5. He was a man of faith, a teacher, an avid gardener, a missionary, an advocate for healthful living, a collector of priceless junk and devoted friends…a friend for life to all who shook his hand. Born in Gouverneur, NY and raised in Bergen County, NJ, Walter served in WWII as an x-ray technician and graduated from Emanuel Missionary College in 1950. After a 30-year teaching career in Arlington then Potsdam, NY, he embraced a life of service to others. In 1980, he and his wife, Doris, spent two years in Tanzania, renovating an abandoned mission farm for the Seventh-day Adventist Church. He returned to Africa five more times serving as a college professor, builder of a hospital for the Masai people, speaker, and farmer. During his last trip, at age 90, he was instrumental in establishing an on-going program to feed breakfast to 500 school children.

He leaves a loving wife, Doris, six daughters, Elizabeth Jeanne Dailey of Corinth, NY, Janet Kuczynski of Saratoga Springs, NY, Judy Maddox of Redwood Valley, CA, Joy Miller of Paso Robles, CA and two stepdaughters, Sue Zelener of Redlands, CA and Lynn Elmendorf of Toledo, IA, 14 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Walter Clarke and Mary Hockey Lacks and his brothers, Charles and Joseph, and sister, Jeanne Ritchie. He will be greatly missed by all.

Donations in Walter’s memory can be made to support the children’s breakfast program in Tanzania. Checks to be made out to the Gouverneur Seventh-day Adventist Church and mailed in care of D. Chambers, 5226 State Highway 58, Gouverneur, NY 13642. A memorial service for family and friends will be held on Sunday, June 10, 2018, 3:00 p.m. at the Seventh-day Adventist Church, 52 Court Street, Canton, NY.

Joan B. Gamble, 85 of Dexter, passed away Thursday May 10th at Samaritan Keep Home, Watertown; where she has resided for a year.

Joan was born November 30, 1932 in Watertown the daughter of Francis and Orisa Walker Baldwin. She graduated from Dexter High School. She married Chester J. Gamble on July 28, 1951 at the Dexter Presbyterian Church. The couple lived on Pillar Point. She worked as an operator for New York Telephone and later was a bus-driver for General Brown Central School.

She was a Life member of American Legion Auxiliary in Dexter, Past Commander of VFW Auxiliary Post 1400, Watertown Elks Club, and Lil Angels Snowmobile Club. She enjoyed sewing, ice fishing, hunting and camping.

She is survived by her husband Chester and five children: Jody and Donald Paige of Brownville, Chester Gamble of Watertown, Billie and Fred McAdam of E. Aurora, NY, Gail and Richard Torres of Dexter and Timi and Jackie Gamble of Rome, NY. She has 11 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, a brother Francis Baldwin of Kansas and nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by a sister Norma Bishop.

A private Celebration of Life will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Donations may be made to Alzheimer’s’ Association 441 W. Kirkpatrick Street Syracuse, NY 13204-1305 or Samaritan Keep Memorial Fund. Online condolences may be made to dexterfuneralhome.com.

Massena- Mr. Thomas J. Klemp, 64, passed away in the comfort of his home on Wednesday May 9, 2018. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop. In keeping with Tom’s wishes, there will be no services at this time. A full obituary will be published when available. Memories and condolences may be shared with Tom’s family at www.hammillfh.com

Susan R. (Galloway) Cuckler, 70, passed away on May 7th. She grew up in LaFargeville, NY, worked as a Nurse in Watertown, NY until moving to Syracuse where she continued working as a private care Nurse until her retirement.

She was predeceased by her parents, Paul and Glenora Galloway and son, Marc Ryan.

Susan is survived by Robert “Bob” (Tammy) Ryan; grandchildren, Emily and Tristin; one sister; four brothers and a large extended family.

Calling hours will be Monday 4-7pm at New Comer Cremations and Funerals, N. Syracuse. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday at 12pm in Grove Cemetery, LaFargeville, NY.

To leave a special message for the family please visit www.NewcomerSyracuse.com.

Graveside services for Sharon A. Fuller, age 76, of Harrsville, NY will be held at a future date in Harrisville Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Frary Funeral Home, Harrisville. Sharon passed away Friday morning, May 11, 2018, at her home on Maple Street, surrounded her loving family.

Sharon is survived by her four daughters, Anne Richey and her husband John, of Canton, NY, Lynne Hunter, of Leesburg, FL, Sue Pine and her companion, Roger Fuller, of Harrisville, NY, and Krista Wohnsiedler and her husband, Brian, of Harrisville, NY and one son, James Fuller and his wife Christina of Brewerton, NY; one brother, Joseph “Chuck” and his wife Donna Langs, of Harrisville, NY; one sister, Sally Block and her husband Jack, of Lafayette, Louisiana; eleven grandchildren, Benjamin Richey, Cullin and Chelsi Hartle, Corey LaRock, Christopher Pine, Caity, Matthew, and Ashlyn Fuller, Kaylen Sullivan, Keegan and Ryenne Wohnsiedler.

She is predeceased by her husband Donald B. Fuller on March 27, 2017; her parents, Joseph and Berta Langs; and her brother, Frederick Langs.

Sharon was born on October 28, 1941 in Harrisville, NY, the daughter of Joseph and Berta Reader Langs. She graduated from Harrisville Central School and went on to graduate from Canton ATC with an Associate’s Degree. Sharon married Donald Fuller on May 20, 1961, at the Harrisville Methodist Church. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for the Hallmark Nursing Centre in Carthage, NY.

For those who wish to make a donation in Sharon’s memory, please consider Lewis County Hospice, PO Box 266, Lowville, NY 13367 or Harrisville Volunteer Rescue Squad, 14226 Church St., Harrisville, NY 13648.

Condolences can be made online at www.fraryfuneralhome.com.

Donald H. Steen, 83, of Pierrepont, passed away on May 8, 2018 at his home.

Donald was born August 8, 1934 in Lisbon, New York, the son of the late Thomas and Agnes (Martin) Steen. Donald attended school till he was of age to join the ARMY, which he did and made a career of, retiring in 1971. Upon his return from service, he built a small cabin in Clare and lived off the grid for many years. Donny liked to be by himself, although he had lots of friends. He would keep an eye on all the local hunting camps in the area, while living in Clare.

Later on, as he became unable to manage being off the grid, he relocated to Pierrepont. Donny was a quiet and very humble man, who loved his family and friends.

Donny is survived by a brother, Francis Steen of Clyde, NY; a sister, Ruby Rexford of Canton and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his twin brother, Thomas Steen; Vernon Steen and a sister, Cora Besaw.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 16th at 2:00 pm at the O’Leary Funeral Home, Canton with Bill Huckle, officiating. Burial will follow in the Wilson Road Cemetery.

Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.olearyfuneralservice.com. Arrangements for Mr. Donald H. Steen are under the care of the O’Leary Funeral Service of Canton.

HARRISVILLE, NY ~ Mary C. Cassidy, 73, of 261A Osborne Rd., Harrisville, died peacefully following a long battle with health matters, on May 4, 2018 at Roper Hospital in Charleston, SC.

Born on June 30, 1944 in Ogdensburg, NY, a daughter of John J. and Dorothy Helen (Arquette) Netto, she was a 1962 graduate of Watertown High School. In 1963, she graduated from the Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in Watertown with an LPN Degree.

She married Thomas H. Cassidy on September 21, 1984 in St. Patrick’s Church in Watertown.

After obtaining her LPN Degree, Mary worked as a licensed practical nurse at the Madonna Home in Watertown, and later accepted a nurse’s position at Mercy Hospital in Watertown where she worked for a number of years. Her last position in her nursing career was working as a hospice nurse for Jefferson County Hospice travelling throughout the county taking care of terminally ill patients. She retired in 1999 after 36 years of faithful service.

Mary was a communicant of St. Francis Solanus Catholic Church in Harrisville, and was a member of the Lake Bonaparte Chapter of the Red Hat Society, as well as the Tuesday Night Girl’s Group in Harrisville.

Mary will be remembered for being a wonderful visitor, especially on the phone, who always stayed in touch with family and friends. She loved wintering with her husband in their condo in North Myrtle Beach, SC, and spending time with her brother and sister-in-law who wintered nearby.

In addition to her loving husband, “Tom” of almost 34 years, she is survived by her son, Robert Lynch of Moravia, NY; two grandsons, Bobby and Kevin; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Robert (Addie) Netto, and Anthony (Denise) Netto, all of Watertown, and Robert Netto, of Syracuse; her sister, Elizabeth Thompson, of Watertown, and several nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her brother-in-law, Gary Thompson, and her former sister-in-law, Judy Netto.

Mary’s funeral will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018, beginning with a 9:45 a.m. family Prayer Service at Scanlon Funeral Home, 14187 State St., Harrisville, followed by a 10:30 Mass of Christian Burial from St. Francis Solanus Church, Harrisville, with the Rev. Donald J. Manfred, Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in Harrisville Community Cemetery, Harrisville. All are invited to attend a funeral luncheon which will be held in the church’s Social Hall after Mary’s burial.

Calling hours will be on Friday, May 18th, at the funeral home from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m.

Memorial donations may be made to the Lewis County Humane Society, PO Box 682, Lowville, NY 13367, or to Hospice of Jefferson County, 1398 Gotham St., Watertown, NY 13601.

To view Mary’s online obituary, order flowers, or leave a message of sympathy, please visit www.scanlonfuneral.com.

NELLIS - There will be a celebration of life for Joe Nellis of Lacona, NY. Will be a short memorial service followed by a luncheon, at the Lacona Fire Hall. On June 2nd from 12pm to 4pm.

CATALDO — Graveside services for Helen Cataldo, 89 of Franklin st. Lyons falls will be at 11;00 am Saturday May 19 in Wildwood Cemetery, Lyons Falls. Mrs. Cataldo died January 19. Mrs. Cataldo served as tax collector for South Lewis Central School and for the Town of West Turin and had helped in the family business, cataldo Electric in Lyons Falls. The allaghan Funeral Home LLC, Port Leyden is entrusted with the arrangements.

COLE — Graveside committal services for Hope V. Cole of Helena, will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 18, 2018 at Carville Cemetery, Helena. Mrs. Cole passed away January 30, 2018. Arrangements are with the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena.

ENSBY — Graveside services for 79 year old Lois M. Ensby will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Colton with Rev. Stephen Rocker presiding. Mrs. Ensby passed away on December 27, 2017. Arrangements are with the Buck Funeral Home in Colton.

FADUSKI — Graveside services with full Military Honors for Leon T. Faduski, 80, of West Main St. Port Leyden will be Friday at 11:00 am in Calvary Cemetery, Port Leyden. Mr. Faduski died March 5. He was well known for his own leather and jewelry making business. He volunteered for many church activities and proudly sang in St. martin’s and St. John’s Church choirs. The Callaghan Funeral Home LLC, Port Leyden is entrusted with the arrangements.

GOLDEN — Graveside services for 88 year old Douglas F. Golden will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Colton with Rev. Brooke Newell presiding. Mr. Golden passed away on March 8, 2018. Arrangements are with the Buck Funeral Home in Colton.

HARWOOD — Graveside committal services for Mable E. Harwood will be held at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at the Morley Cemetery. Mrs. Harwood passed away on December 20, 2017. Arrangements are with the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena.

HUMPHRIES — The spring graveside service, with military honors, for Richard S. Humphries will be held on Friday, May 18, at 4PM in Brookside Cemetery. Mr. Humphries, 93, died January 3 in Harrisonburg, VA. Arrangements are with Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., Watertown and online condolences to his family may be posted at www.cummingsfuneral.com.

JANIS — A Graveside Service for Lucy Janis, 98 who died on March 16, 2018 will be held 3pm May 19th at Woodlawn Cemetery, Sandy Creek.

RANDALL — A Graveside Service for Marie (Barker) Randall who died February 16, 2018 will be 1pm Saturday May 19, 2018 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Sandy Creek. Arrangements were with Summerville Funeral Home.

RYAN — The spring graveside service for Margaret A. “Peggy Ann” Ryan will be held at Glenwood Cemetery on Thursday, May 17, at 11AM. Miss Ryan, 87, of Watertown passed away on February 10. Arrangements are with Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., Watertown and online condolences may be posted at www.cummingsfuneral.com.

VIRKLER – A committal service for Lowell R. Virkler will be on Saturday, May 19th, at 2:30 P.M. at the Croghan Apostolic Christian Church Cemetery. www.sundquistfh.com.

Anna Mae Searles Cooper, 85 Adams Center, passed away Saturday, May 12th at her home.

The funeral service will be 12 noon on May 15th at Trinity Episcopal Church, 227 Sherman St., Watertown. Burial will be private in Brookside Cemetery. There are no calling hours. Arrangements are with the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Watertown.

Anna Mae is survived by her only son, Robert Searles Cooper (Michele), Benbrook, TX; a granddaughter Colleen Cooper, Benbrook, TX; 2 great granddaughters Hannah and Macey, Texas; a brother Kermit G. Searles II (Elizabeth), Adams Center and her dear friend Sandra Haight of Adams Center; many nieces and nephews and her dear Pug, Honey. She was predeceased by her parents and a nephew Kermit G. Searles, III. Also, as a teacher, she leaves behind many students she referred to as “my kids”. A marriage to Robert P. Cooper ended in divorce.

She was born at Mercy Hospital, Watertown, December 17, 1932, a daughter to Kermit and Ellen R. Searles. Anna Mae attended Adams Center School from 1st grade through 12th. Following her graduation in 1950, she left for Potsdam State Teachers College, graduating with her teaching certificate in 1954.

Anna Mae started her teaching career in September of 1954, teaching 4th grade in the Adams Center school. She watched it change from Adams Center to the South Jefferson Central School District. She retired in 1988 after 34 years teaching 4th grade. She was well known for the 3 F’s...fair, firm and forthright.

Anna Mae was very athletic and was the first woman in Adams to bowl a 600 triple at the Adams Bowling Lanes. She was a golfer and winner of the Women’s Member Guest at Tomacy’s Golf Club. She was a member of Tomacy’s Golf Club, Ives Hill in Watertown, and Thendara Golf Club.

An avid reader, she could always be found with a book in her hand, most often about history. She loved people and will be remembered for her warm smile. She was an avid talker and could be found talking to anyone who would talk to her.

Enjoying the outdoors was her passion. She spent many seasons in her log cabin in Thendara, NY. To her, each spring was like going home again. Thendara and Old Forge were like a second home with many friends.

Anna Mae is a member of Trinity Episcopal Church on Sherman St. where she was baptized as an infant.

Anna Mae would like to thank her Trinity family who have been there for her. Many Thanks. Also, many thanks to the women of Hospice who gave their time and expertise to assure she was well cared for and comfortable, especially Sue Munson. Thanks to dear friends and neighbors, Rachael and Scott Johnson, who made sure she was well fed and comfortable. Rachael often walked “Honey” when needed.

Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Trinity Church Music Program, 227 Sherman St., of Hospice of Jefferson County, 1398 Gotham St., both in Watertown, NY 13601.

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

Bruce N. Beattie, 70, of Clayton and formerly of Watertown passed away Saturday, May 12, 2018, at Rochester General Hospital surrounded by his family.

Calling hours will be held at Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., 214 Sterling St., Watertown on Tuesday, May 15, from 3 - 7PM. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 16, at 10:30AM at St. Mary’s Church, 521 James St., Clayton with Revs. Frances Pompei and J. Michael Gaffney co-officiating followed by burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Bruce was born May 20, 1947 in Long Branch, NJ, son of Roswell P. and Musetta M. O’Neill Beattie, Jr. He was a graduate of Immaculate Heart Academy in 1965 and of Oswego State.

On May 23, 1970 he married Cynthia Sboro at St. Anthony’s Church, Watertown with Revs. John Pendergast and Robert McGrath co-officiating.

For 30 years he worked for the Dept. of NYS, Taxation and Finance in Syracuse and from 1989 to 1994 he was the business administrator for St. Patrick’s Church, Watertown. In 1996 the couple moved to Clayton and he was the owner and operator of both Attilio’s Scenic Inn and Attilio’s Pizza.

Bruce was a communicant of St. Mary’s Church. His greatest love was his family and his ministry to the Franciscan Mystery Players, which he directed for over 40 years. All of his children and three of his grandchildren have had the privilege of participating in his ministry with him. He enjoyed boating, skiing, woodworking, and carpentry.

Along with his wife, Cynthia Sboro Beattie, Bruce is survived by his four children and their spouses, Michele and Aaron Capone, Watertown, Sarah and Christopher Leone, Penfield, Peter and Molly Beattie, Clayton and Paul and Donna Beattie, Cape Coral, FL ; eight grandchildren, Johanna and Allyson Capone, Jacob and Samuel Leone, and Luca, Eva, Reese, and Ross Beattie; brother and his wife, Phillip and Janice Beattie, Clayton; two aunts; nephew, Matthew and Mary Pat Beattie and niece, Laura and Bob Kec, and numerous cousins.

Donations in his name may be made to the Franciscan Mystery Players, c/o Michele Capone, 145 Bowers Ave., Watertown, NY 13601. Online condolences to his family may be posted at www.cummingsfuneral.com.

Edith Ilean Bancroft, 95, Chaumont passed away Monday, May 14th at Hospice of Jefferson Ellis Farm with her family by her side. Edith was born in Kingston, Ontario on September, 22,1922 a daughter to the late Frederick and Ethel Comper Millard. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 17th at 1:00 pm in the Brownville Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. Edith is survived by her children, Frederick (Patricia) Bancroft, Watertown; Kathie Grant, Watertown; Robbie (Sarah) Bancroft, Chaumont; her grandchildren, Adam, Carrie, Erica, Jeff, Kimberly, Kris and Bill and several great grandchildren. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie and Barry Kelly and her sister and brother-in law, Doreen and Jerry Carr. Edith worked for many years as a ward secretary at Samaritan Medical Center. She loved knitting, fishing, gardening and was once active with the Girl Scouts. Online condolences may be made at www.reedbenoit.com

NORWOOD – A Mass of Christian Burial for 78 year old Rollin A. Beattie, a resident of 28 Depot Street, Norwood, will be held Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Church in Norwood with Rev. Msgr. John Murphy presiding. Burial will be held in the Riverside Cemetery in Norwood following the services. Family and friends may call at the Buck Funeral Home in Norwood on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mr. Beattie passed away Monday morning, May 14, 2018 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital.

Rollin is survived by his wife of 53 years, Janet, Norwood; a son William Beattie, Norwood; two daughters, Susan and Finbarr O’Hea, Avon, Massachusetts; Carolyn and Brent Pierce, Rotterdam, NY; his four grandchildren, Brandon Beattie, Kathleen and Tara O’Hea and Harper Pierce; a brother Lawrence Beattie as well as several nieces and nephews. Rollin was pre-deceased by his parents and a brother Joseph “Keith” Beattie.

Born at his family home in Louisville, NY on August 27, 1939 to the late John and Mary Brady Beattie, Rollin graduated from Massena Central School in 1959. He worked as a truck driver for Barrett’s for 20 years and then worked for SUNY Potsdam as a project manager, overseeing various construction projects and retiring after several years. Rollin was very active in his local community as he was a member of the St. Lawrence County Democratic Committee, a member of the Potsdam Town Board, the current Potsdam Town Supervisor and a member of the Baldwin Acres Board of Directors. Rollin was also active with St. Andrew’s Church where he was a communicant of and he was also a member of the K of C. Rollin enjoyed politics and visiting with his friends. He also at one time volunteered his time driving for St. Lawrence County Elderly. Memorial Donations in Rollin’s memory can be made to St. Andrew’s Church and memories and condolences may be shared online at www.buckfuneralhome.com .

Port Leyden: Debra L. Aubrey, 66, of 7052 West Main St. died Sunday, May 13 in Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse where she had been a patient for one week.

She was born June 14, 1951 In Lowville, the daughter of Stanley M. and Delia R. McDougall Mooney and attended South Lewis School in Turin

She grew up in Lyonsdale and had lived in Port Leyden most of her adult life. .

She married Glenn Ludwikowski Dec. 21, 1974 in Port Leyden. He died June 17, 1993. She married John Aubrey Sept. 30, 2000 in Port Leyden. He died Feb. 19, 2010.

She enjoyed baking, playing Yahtzee, spending time with her grandchildren and her mother. She loved classic country music and bingo.

She is survived by four sons David Ludwikowski, Port Leyden, Brian and Tracy Ludwikowski , McMinnville, Tenn.; Scott Ludwikowski and his companion Kelly Bourgeois, Boonville and Scott Ludwikowski and his companion Dana Hirschey Port Leyden. Her mother Delia Brooks, Lyons Falls and her fiancee Jake Emerson, Port Leyden and eight grandchildren.

Also surviving are four brothers and sister-in-laws, Randall and Jan Mooney and Lyndon and Cindy Mooney, Terry and Chris Mooney all of Lyons Falls and Jamie and Mary Brooks, Lee Center; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and cousins. Also four special friends Pam McCauley, Sandy Riley, Lowell and Darren Dexter. She is predeceased by her father and an infant sister Janice.

Friends may call Tuesday from 4 until 7 at the Callaghan Funeral Home LLC, Port Leyden.

The funeral will be at 1:00 pm Wednesday at the funeral home with Pastor Stephen V. Bolin, Sr. of the New Covenant Church, Port Leyden officiating.

Burial will be in Wildwood Cemetery, Lyons Falls.

Donations may be made in her memory to the Port Leyden Fire Dept .A funeral reception will be held in the Port Leyden Fire Hall immediately following the burial. Food donations may be dropped off after 10:00 am at the hall.