Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Hancock, NY
Randy J. Gotthardt
Nov 17, 2022
Randy J. (Rooster) Gotthardt, 65 of Pleasant Mount, PA, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Thursday, November 17, 2022 after struggling for years with various health conditions. He was born in Hancock, NY to James Sr. & Luella Gotthardt. Following in the footsteps of his Dad, Randy enjoyed being outside working as a heavy equipment operator most of his life....
Gwen D'Agati
Nov 11, 2022
Gwen DAgati, 95, of Starlight, PA, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2022 after an illness. She was born on November 4, 1927 in Goulds, NY, the daughter of Lester and Flossie Milk. Gwen married Andrew DAgati in 1958 in Oneonta, NY. He predeceased her on May 1, 2008. She worked many years as a secretary and book keeper for...
Joanne Wormuth
Nov 8, 2022
We are sad to announce the passing of Joanne Seconde Wormuth of Lake Como, PA., formerly of Schenectady, NY. She passed away peacefully at the age of 58 on November 8, 2022. Joanne was born on May 31, 1964 in Dagenham, England. Joanne was predeceased by her parents, Eileen and Keith Seconde. She is survived by her loving husband, Lee...
Rita Keesler
Oct 23, 2022
Rita Keesler, 80, of East Branch, NY, passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 23, 2022. She was born on October 14, 1942 in Honesdale, PA, the daughter of Raymond and Alice (VanDriesen) Gummoe. Rita was married to Martin B. Keesler for 59 years before he predeceased her on August 27, 2019. She enjoyed sewing, making quilts, crocheting, and baking. Rita...
Daniel A. Keesler
Oct 22, 2022
Daniel A. Keesler, 40, of Hancock, N.Y. passed away unexpectedly on October 22nd, 2022. He was born on June 18th, 1982, to Joel & the late Mary Keesler of Hancock, N.Y. Dan is survived by his father, Joel Keesler, Hancock, N.Y., brother, Greg Keesler, Walton, N.Y. and sister & spouse, Missy & Ward Dunlap, Hancock, N.Y. He is also survived...
Barry M. Wallace Sr.
Oct 8, 2022
Barry M. Wallace, 60, of Sidney, NY, formerly of Hancock, NY, died on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at Lourdes Hospital, surrounded by his family. He fought hard to the very end. Barry was born on November 15, 1961 in Hancock, NY, the son of Donald Sr. and Lillian (Ballard) Wallace. Barry was an avid Giants Fan and loved watching football....
Elizabeth A. Franck
Oct 2, 2022
Elizabeth A. Franck, 79, of Preston Park, PA, died on Sunday, October 2, 2022 after an illness. She was born on September 25, 1943 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of Richard and Catharine Golden. Elizabeth married William "Bill" Franck and he predeceased her on May 6, 2005. Elizabeth and Bill were avid sailors and loved to sail on their boat,...
Alden C. Briggs Jr.
Oct 2, 2022
Alden C. "Buddy" Briggs, Jr., 62, of Deposit, went to be with the Lord. Buddy was a proud Irishman who was born on St. Patricks Day, March 17, 1960. He was the oldest of six children born to Alden and Mary Brenda Briggs. Buddy grew up working on the family farm, worked construction, coached wrestling at Seton Catholic High School,...
Laura A. D'Elia
Oct 1, 2022
Laura A. (Philpott) DElia, 69 of Hancock, passed away on October 1, 2022 at Bridgwater Center for Rehab and Nursing, Binghamton, NY after battling a year long illness. Laura was born on July 30, 1953 to Anthony and Bertha (Renn) Philpott in Teaneck, NJ, she was the oldest of five children. Laura came from and later went on to raise...
Nancy K. Holpert
Sep 13, 2022
Nancy Kershaw Holpert, 67, of Starlight,PA, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2022 with her children by her side. Nancy was born on November 22, 1954 to Ann Sadlon and John Kershaw in Newark, NJ. After graduating from Bloomfield High School in 1972 she worked for Bell Atlantic phone company for many years. Fresh out of highschool she married her...
Janet M. Pomeroy
Aug 24, 2022
Janet Marie Pomeroy, 89, of Walton, NY, flew into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 after a brief illness. She was born to Horace and Gladys (VanValkenburg) Brannen on September 4, 1932, in East Branch, NY. Janet graduated from Hancock Central School in 1949. She married Earl Pomeroy in 1954 and he predeceased her in 2004. She...
Roger Gilbertson
Aug 24, 2022
Roger J. Gilbertson, 52, of Oneonta, NY, died suddenly on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at home. He was born on November 29, 1969 in Oneonta, NY, the son of Roger J. Dean and Penelope Mullinnex. Roger was a hard worker as a landscaper in his earlier years. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Surviving are his mother, Penny Darling (Ted); 1...
Amprii Lailii Diis Elvi-Rogers
Aug 22, 2022
Amprii Lailii Diis Elvi-Rogers was born in Bronx, NY, on May 12, 1954 to Atilia Tu Tora and Zetla Elvi, but was raised by her paternal grandparents, Amza and Mashii Viit (Rogers). Amprii became the first daughter of her paternal aunt, Kalii Tas, whom, failing to say auntie, she called her just "T" her whole life. She was the eldest...
Mary E. Hibbard
Aug 17, 2022
Mary E. Hibbard, loving Mother, Mother-In-Law, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother died August 17, 2022 in Tavares, Florida. Mary is survived by her three Daughters: Nancy Zacharias, Priscilla (Norm) Jacobsen, and Kim (David) Tibbetts; by her Brother-In-Law, Richard Hibbard; by her 3 Grandsons: Brian (Meghan) Jacobsen , Christopher Zacharias & Will Tibbetts, by her 3 Great Grandchildren: Dylan Wade, Bradley Jacobsen,...
Arthur E. Tompkins
Aug 14, 2022
Arthur (Artie) Earl Tompkins was called home on Sunday morning August 14th 2022. He was born March 28th 1946 to Paul and Iona (McUmber) Tompkins in Callicoon ,N.Y. Art enlisted in the United States Army in 1963-1968, his title was machine operator, he receive badges for sharpshooter ( rifle M-14), marksman (rifle M-14) and a good conduct award, upon returning...
Mary E. Swartwout
Aug 1, 2022
Mary Etta Swartwout, 92, of Hancock, NY, died on Monday, August 1, 2022 at home after a short illness. She was born on May 29, 1930 in Walton, NY, the daughter of Lowell and Gertrude (Spencer) Barnhart. Mary married Arnold Swartwout on January 20, 1947 and he predeceased her on December 23, 2001. She worked several years at the Capitol...
Laurel A. Gehrig
Jul 18, 2022
Laurel A. Gehrig, 50, of Starlight, PA, passed away suddenly on Monday, July 18, 2022 at Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale, PA. She was born on September 11, 1971 in Hancock, NY, the daughter of George A. and Jane I. (Morgan) Gehrig. Laurel graduated from Hancock Central School and earned her Bachelors Degree from Penn State University. She worked at KidsPeace...
Molly Kate Allen
Jun 18, 2022
Molly Kate Allen, (2-20-89) daughter of Margaret Callan, Step-daughter to Kevin Keating, gained her wings on June 18, 2022. Forever young, age 33. Molly was a bright, kind soul. She was the definition of empathetic. Molly demonstrated selflessness and compassion to everyone who crossed her path, never casting judgement. Molly's bright mind allowed her to excel in anything she put...
E. John Hunt Jr.
Jun 16, 2022
Elmer John Hunt Jr., 73, of Equinunk, PA, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at home. He was born on August 4, 1948 in Lake Como, PA, the son of Elmer John Sr. and Merle (Quick) Hunt. John married Sally Jo Lind on August 18, 1968 at the Equinunk United Methodist Church,...
Linda M. O’Brien
Jun 13, 2022
Linda M. OBrien of Hancock passed away at home Monday June 13, 2022 after a full and well lived life. The daughter and only child of Milton and Lillian (Wahl) Phillips, Linda was born in Binghamton, NY on March 20, 1950. A graduate of HCS in the class of 1968, she attended Beauticians School in Elmira, NY before joining her...


