Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Hancock, NY
Harriet M. Falsetta
Nov 30, 2025
Harriet Mabel (Krumm) Falsetta, 97, of Hancock, NY, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at Roscoe Nursing Home, Roscoe, NY. She was born on March 8, 1928 in Brooklyn, New York. Daughter of Charles G. and Mary (Bonhard) Krumm. She was a twin sister to Lester W. Krumm who passed away on November 2, 2025.
Harriet...
Harry W. Sprague
Nov 27, 2025
Harry W. Sprague, 67, of Hancock, NY, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY, after a brief illness. He was born on April 30, 1958 in Walton, NY, the son of Ivan J. and Myra Ann (Card) Sprague.
Harry married Wilma (Buchanan) Chapman on August 13, 1988. She predeceased him on...
Van C. Peters Ii
Nov 26, 2025
Van C. Peters, 90, of Hancock, NY, passed peacefully on November 26, 2025. Raised in Peas Eddy near Hancock, he was the eighth child of Maude and Knighton Peters. Van was a proud graduate of Hancock Central School, where he captained the football team.
Van successfully ran the family farm and founded Peters Logging, earning respect throughout...
Gary D. Hood
Nov 24, 2025
Gary D Hood, of East Branch, NY, passed away at home following a lengthy health battle, in the home he and his wife built, 55 years ago. His wife, daughter, and faithful canine companion, Riley, were by his side.
Gary was born April 11, 1940 to Ivan Hood and Elsie Johnson Hood, in the town of Colchester....
Lori R. Manarky
Nov 14, 2025
Lori Renee Manarky, 62, of Port Crane, New York, passed peacefully at her residence on November 14, 2025.
Lori was born August 22, 1963, in West Windsor, New York to the late Jack and Edith Manarky. In her childhood she enjoyed playing sports, especially basketball and softball, and spending time with friends. She loved to travel and...
Neil L. Botsford
Nov 12, 2025
Neil Larue Botsford, 87, of Fishs Eddy, NY, died on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at home after an illness. He was born in McNett, PA, the son of Earl M. Botsford and Emily (Tubbs) Botsford. Neil graduated from Kerhonkson High School, Kerhonkson, NY.
Neil married Louise S. Worzel on July 13, 1968. He was a Lumber Grader...
Michael L. Kellam
Oct 30, 2025
A man of few words, Michael L. Kellam, 77, of Equinunk, PA, went home to rest after losing the battle of lung cancer, pneumonia, and other complications on October 30, 2025.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, Walter S. Kellam Sr.; mother, Elvira Kengen Kellam; and sister, Christine E. Kellam.
Michael was born...
William "Bill" Roney
Oct 28, 2025
William George Roney
1947 – 2025
William George Roney, affectionately known as "Bill," passed away peacefully at the age of 78. Born in Hancock, New York, William later made his home in Lakewood, Pennsylvania, where he spent his years surrounded by family, friends, and the beauty of the outdoors he so deeply loved.
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Theron G. Evanitsky
Oct 13, 2025
Theron George Evanitsky passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and his loving wife by his side, on October 13th, 2025 at the age of 82.
He was born to Joseph and Elma Evanitsky on August 12th, 1943.
Theron held many titles throughout his life. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army,...
Karen M. Mech
Oct 12, 2025
Karen Marie Mech, 50, of Equinunk PA, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her long-term significant other, Kevin Costello; her son, Ethan Hunt; her parents, Karol and Kathleen Mech; her siblings Michael (Amy) Mech, Michelle (Jon) Wolbert, Sarah Mech and David (Jennifer) Mech;...
Beverly F. Peters
Oct 10, 2025
Beverly Faling Peters, age 85, of Hancock, New York, passed away peacefully at her home in Peas Eddy on October 10, 2025.
A memorial service will be held at Emory United Methodist Church, 89 East Main Street, Hancock, NY. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., followed by a service at 11:00 a.m. and a luncheon...
Charles K. Thomas
Sep 26, 2025
Charles K. Thomas, born January 6, 1969, passed away on September 26, 2025. He was preceded in death by his mother and father and a sister, Carol. He is survived by his 4 sisters, Helen and Howard Miller, of Montrose, PA, Dorothy Grosspietsch and Joey Hallstead, of Lake Como, PA, Tammy Thomas and Shaun Leidel of Scranton, PA, and...
Ricky E. Charles
Sep 22, 2025
Ricky E. Charles passed away suddenly at his home on September 22, 2025 at the age of 75. He was born on March 2nd, 1950, in Hancock, NY. The son of Reginald Charles and Patricia O'Boyle, both of whom predeceased him.
In 1975, he married the mother of his children, Deborah Charles. They were married for 25...
Helen L. Schuman
Sep 17, 2025
Helen L. Schuman, 96, of Equinunk, PA, passed away Wednesday morning, September 17, 2025 at her residence. She was born on January 7, 1929, a daughter of the late Robert and Lena L. Gehrig.
Helen and Earl J. Schuman were united in marriage on November 22, 1952.
Helen was predeceased by her husband of 62...
Kailer Lucille White
Aug 28, 2025
A precious daughter, Kailer Lucille White, passed away peacefully in the loving arms of her family, after spending one month in the NICU. Though her time here was brief, she filled hearts with a lifetime of love.
Kailer is the beloved daughter of Matthew and Christina White, who will forever cherish the gift of her presence. Her...
John P. Cormack
Aug 23, 2025
John P. Cormack passed away on August 23, 2025, at home, in the comfort of his loving wife, Kathy and daughter, Beth.
John was a hard working man and proud brother of Local 9 for 56 years. John worked as a Pipefitter for 38 years and later in his career he traveled the country teaching OSHA/ HAZWOPER...
Lorraine Wylam
Aug 22, 2025
Lorraine Wylam, of East Branch, formerly of Endwell, NY, passed away at the home of her niece, Lori Lamica-Nelson (Keith) on August 22, 2025.
She was born in Cadosia, NY, the daughter of Raymond and Harriet Hunter. Lorraine graduated from Hancock Central School and Albany Business College before marrying Norman Wylam, who predeceased her in 2008. They...
Mario J. Tarantino
Aug 11, 2025
Mario J. Tarantino
April 3, 1953 – August 11, 2025
Mario Joseph Tarantino left this earthly place on August 11, 2025.
He was born on April 3, 1953, the second son of Mario and Pauline Tarantino, who predeceased him. He grew up in Harrison, NY and graduated from Iona College in New Rochelle...
Shirley A. Wright
Aug 5, 2025
Shirley A. Wright, 82, of Hancock, NY, died peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at home. She was born on February 7, 1943 in Walton, NY, the daughter of Franklin D. and Ella Mae (Carpenter) Campbell.
Shirley worked many years and retired from Dedeco International in Long Eddy, NY. She cared for her close friend, Erika Stoddart,...
William L. Barrie Jr.
Jul 22, 2025
William L. Barrie Jr., "Joaquin", 59, of Hancock, NY, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City, NY, after an illness. He was born on November 11, 1965 in Miami Dade County, FL, the son of William L., who was a decorated US Veteran who gave his all in Vietnam, and Dolores Barrie, who...


