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Robert McLaughlin 1921 – 2023

Robert McLaughlin, the founding President of Herkimer County Community College and beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away May 23, 2023. Bob, known for his unwavering ethics and dedication to education, leaves behind a legacy that will last for...

William Walker Schmidt 1955 – 2023

William Walker Schmidt, age 68, of Barneveld, NY, passed away on May 28, 2023, in his home after a long illness with his loving wife by his side. William was born February 8, 1955, in Binghamton, NY, the son of the late Merom and Regina Schmidt. He moved to the Town...

Gerald (Jerry) Quinn 1945 – 2023

Old Forge, New York – Gerald (Jerry) Quinn, a long-time resident of Old Forge, New York, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2023, at the age of 78. He leaves behind his son, Keith Quinn, and his wife, Jennifer Quinn, in Old Forge, NY, along with the many friends...

Mary Jo Burns 1942 – 2023

Mary Johanna “Mary Jo” Burns, 81, of Guilderland, died unexpectedly Saturday, April 22, at her home. Born in Little Falls to Thomas and Louise Burns, she was raised on the family’s farm – a place that remained special to her throughout her life. Mary Jo attended St....

Donald “Cook” J. Schell, Sr. 1958 – 2023

Donald “Cook” J. Schell, Sr., 64, of Oppenheim, New York, passed away unexpectedly on Monday evening, May 8, 2023, at his home. He was born on December 16, 1958, in Umatilla, Oregon, and was the son of the late Edward and Edna (Rose) Schell, Sr. Cook moved to central...

Don W. Bowers 1926 – 2022

Don W. Bowers, 96, of Oppenheim, New York, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, December 12, 2022, in the comfort of his home with his loving family by his side. He was born on January 9, 1926, and was the son of the late Edson and Ella (Montana) Bowers. Don was...