Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Hancock, NY

Elayna Grace Sanderson

Elayna Grace Sanderson

Feb 7, 2025

Elayna Grace Sanderson, 4, of East Branch, NY, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025 at Memorial Sloan Kettering, NYC. She was born on August 21, 2020 in Johnson City, NY, the daughter of Michael Sanderson and Jennifer Appley.

Elayna loved bunnies, dressing up with her crowns and jewelry, gem mining, and visiting friends and family. She...

David S. Marin Sr.

David S. Marin Sr.

Feb 6, 2025

David S. Marin, Sr., 75, Hancock, NY, left us too soon on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. David was born on March 22, 1949. He married Socorro Gonzalez and she predeceased him on July 23, 2017 after 51 years of marriage.

David was larger than life. Always ready with a joke and a smile. David was a very...

Donald E. Fritz

Donald E. Fritz

Jan 29, 2025

Donald (Don) E. Fritz, age 78 of Hancock, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at the DuBois, Pa Nursing Home after a long illness.

The son of the late Raymond and Jane (Botsford) Fritz was born on May 26, 1946. Don graduated from Hancock Central School in 1964.

Don married the love...

Daniel S. Wahl

Daniel S. Wahl

Jan 27, 2025

Daniel S. Wahl Sr., 60, of Hancock, NY, died suddenly on Monday, January 27, 2025. He was born on January 27, 1965 in Hancock, NY, the son of Raymond and Inez (Couse) Wahl. Daniel married Carla Peck on September 24, 2011 in Corbett, NY.

Daniel held various jobs over the years, which included landscaping, carpentry, as well...

Eugene T. Salvatore

Eugene T. Salvatore

Jan 26, 2025

Eugene T. Salvatore, 88, passed away on January 26, 2025 at the Crown Park Nursing Home in Cortland, NY, just 2 days shy of his 89th birthday.

Born and raised in Hancock, NY, he was predeceased by his parents, Mr & Mrs Frank F. Salvatore; 5 brothers: Frank F., John C., James V., Louis M., Peter P.;...

Francis E. "Oscar" Porter

Francis E. "Oscar" Porter

Jan 18, 2025

Francis E. " Oscar" Porter, 86, of Long Eddy, NY, died of natural causes on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Roscoe Nursing Home, Roscoe, NY. He was born on February 25, 1938 in Downsville, NY, the son of Faye and Shirley (Jensen) Porter. Oscar married Cheryl Mitterwager on December 14, 1963 in Jeffersonville, NY.

Oscar was a...

Allen B. Bullis Sr.

Allen B. Bullis Sr.

Jan 14, 2025

Allen B. Bullis Sr, 78, of Hancock, NY, died on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at home, after an illness. He was born on May 25, 1946 in Hancock, NY, the son of Robert and Eleanor (LeRoy) Bullis. Allen married Eva Couse on January 29, 1966 in Hancock, NY.

Allen worked for 30+ years and retired from the...

Chris R. Ebert

Chris R. Ebert

Jan 12, 2025

Chris Raymond Ebert, 67, of East Branch, NY, died suddenly on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at home. He was born on September 16, 1957 in Hancock, NY, the son of Vincent and Esther (Wormuth) Ebert.

Chris was a lover of the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting and loved camping in the 1000 Islands. His favorite place was the...

Alice M. Sampson

Alice M. Sampson

Dec 16, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear mother and grandmother, Alice Mae (Stephens) Sampson on Monday, December 16, 2024, after a happy and beautifully lived life of 86 years. She was born on August 19, 1938 in Carbondale, PA, the daughter of Clayton and Dorothy Stephens.

Alice attended and graduated from...

John Edward Gordon

John Edward Gordon

Dec 16, 2024

John E (Judge) Gordon, Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, 91, of Hancock, NY, peacefully entered eternal rest on December 16, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Born, April 7, 1933, in Los Angeles, California, to Perry E and Marie (Ernster) Gordon.

John, fondly referred to as 'Jack', developed a passion for flying at a very...

Lorraine K. Reinholz

Lorraine K. Reinholz

Dec 16, 2024

In Loving Memory of Lorraine Katherine Reinholz

Born on July 25, 1962, Lorraine Katherine Reinholz entered the world as a beloved daughter of Mildred and George Reinholz, both of whom have since passed. She was part of a loving family, growing up alongside her siblings Diane Geiry and George Reinholz Jr., who have also preceded her in...

Al Curreri

Al Curreri

Dec 10, 2024

Al Curreri passed away in his home, early morning, on December 10, 2024 with his wife by his side. Al was born in 1936 in Brooklyn, New York, as a first-generation Sicilian.

He was an exceptional carpenter, woodworker, hunter, avid fisherman, and was able to fix and build absolutely anything, especially homes. He loved to tend to...

Donald Kazmark Jr.

Donald Kazmark Jr.

Nov 11, 2024

Donald Kazmark Jr., a retired Surveyor at Brookhaven National Lab, Long Island, N.Y., died Monday, November 11, 2024 in Roscoe, N.Y. He was 67.

The son of the late Donald Louis Kazmark Sr., and Delores San Domenico Kazmark, he was born April. 2, 1957 in East Patchogue, Long Island, NY. He was the widower of Elizabeth Esposito...

William A. Weyrauch

William A. Weyrauch

Nov 2, 2024

William A. Weyrauch, 88, of Fishs Eddy, NY, died on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City, NY, after an illness. He was born on August 3, 1936 in Hancock, NY, the son of Carlyle A. and Hattie (Townsend) Weyrauch.

Bill was a 70+ year member of the Laborers Local Union #785. After his...

Catherine A. Vanmater

Catherine A. Vanmater

Nov 2, 2024

Catherine (Claus) VanMater passed away suddenly on November 2, 2024, leaving an unfillable void in our lives. Cathy was born April 29, 1954 on Long Island, in Uniondale, New York, daughter of Charles and Frances Claus.

Cathy met Jerrie Van Mater in East Branch, New York. They later married and resided in that same small town. They...

Raymond J. Miller

Raymond J. Miller

Oct 24, 2024

Raymond Jason Miller, 35, unexpectedly passed away on October 23, 2024, in Whitney Point, New York. Born on September 23, 1989, in Smithtown, NY. Ray is the son of Gary and Sue Miller of Hancock, NY.

Ray was a loving father, spouse, son, brother, uncle, and friend, known for his deep love for his family. Especially his...

Franklin R. "John" Fish Jr.

Franklin R. "John" Fish Jr.

Oct 23, 2024

Franklin R. "John" Fish, 96, of Hancock, NY, died suddenly on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Upstate University Hospital, Syracuse, NY. He was born on December 21, 1927 in Middletown, NY, the son of Franklin R. Sr. and Alice (Miller) Fish.

John graduated from Hancock Central School in 1945. He was a US Navy Veteran, serving from...

Joseph Robert Bailey

Joseph Robert Bailey

Oct 18, 2024

Joseph Robert Bailey, 97, of East Branch, NY, died on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Delaware Valley Hospital, Walton, NY, after an illness. He was born on February 17, 1927 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Joseph and Matilda (Herberisth) Bailey.

Joseph lived in Brooklyn and was drafted into the Army during his senior year of high...

Gloria K. Sampson Brown

Gloria K. Sampson Brown

Oct 1, 2024

Gloria K. Brown, 59, of Newville, PA, died on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at Forest City Nursing Home after a four and a half year battle with cancer. She was born on January 3, 1965 in Hancock, NY, the daughter of Thomas A. and Alice (Stephens) Sampson.

Gloria's family and friends were everything to her. She had...

Sally Ann Bojo

Sally Ann Bojo

Sep 30, 2024

Sally Ann Bojo, 75 of Fishs Eddy, NY, passed away at home surrounded by family and friends on September 30th, 2024 after a long illness.

Sally was born on January 30th,1949 to Norman and Marjorie Emerich of Fishs Eddy. Sally married Rolland Bojo Sr on April 30th,1966. Sally graduated from Hancock Central School in 1966.

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