All Obituaries

Vernon C. Hogle, 80, of Pierrepont, passed away on March 9, 2023 at Rochester General Hospital surrounded by loving family members after a brief hospital stay for an aortic aneurysm.  Vernon was born August 25, 1942 in Theresa, NY; son of Clarence and Martha (Whitcomb) Hogle. He attended Selleck School and then Colton Central School until joining the Air Force.  On August 31, 1963, Vernon was united in marriage with Frances L. McLean. They shared 57 years together and raised five...

Todd G. Stiles, 56, of DeKalb Junction, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2023 listening to his favorite band Tragically Hip, on repeat, with his loving family by his side.  Todd “Slippery” was born in Ogdensburg NY, on December 29, 1966 to the late James and Claricy (Bishop) Stiles. For over 30 years, he was a member of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (District 4, Local 38) and was known to be one of the best in his profession. Most recently, he was...

Margaret Ann McDonald of Canton, New York, formerly of Pyrites, New York, passed away on February 21, 2023, at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital after a brief illness.  Margaret was born June 5, 1947, in Pyrites, New York to the late Leonard “Slim” Sr. and Elizabeth “Liz” (Roberts) McDonald.  After the death of her father, Margaret remained at home with her mother, helping and providing care for her until her death.  She was a very devoted daughter to her...

Norma Jean Smith, 51, of Hermon died unexpectedly on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at the Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown following a stroke earlier in the week.  Norma Jean was born December 4, 1971 in Canton, the only daughter of Robert and Jeanne Smith. Norma Jean attended Knox-Memorial and graduated from Edward-Knox Central School. She enjoyed sewing and knitting, puzzles and word scrambles, reading, western movies, soap operas and games shows, especially The Price is...

Patricia Gerrish Hogle of Pierrepont, New York passed away at the age of 80 in her home on February 10th, 2023. Patricia was born on April 2nd, 1942 in Potsdam, New York to the late Charles and Eileen (Hiter) Gerrish. She led a well-rounded life. In her early years her great grandfather, Charles O'Neil Gerrish, taught her the enjoyment of music, as he was known for his work on Stradavarius violins. She was his favorite “Poppy”. As the oldest daughter she did not have to work...

Gerald Wescott Cook, 90, of Owls Head, NY, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Champlain Valley Physician’s Hospital in Plattsburgh, NY.  He was born in Malone, NY, on August 30, 1932, to the late Meldon and Beatrice (Coolidge) Cook.  He retired from the Bellmont Highway Department in Owls Head, NY in 1994.  He enjoyed riding around in the Rhino, visiting, and puzzle books. On November 2, 1957, he was married to Shirley Mae Barcomb, at St. Helen’s Church...

Kenneth H. "Papaw Kenny" Vincent, age 80, of Wilmington, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family, Thursday morning, January 26, 2023.  He was born October 19, 1942 in Canton, NY, son of the late Edmund & Eleanor (Taylor) Vincent.  He was one of eight children.  Ken was a hard worker starting at an early age, learning a hard work ethic that lead him to being an Operating Engineer and Crane Operator for 50+ years.  Early in his career,...

Richard J. Lane, 94, of DeKalb and formerly of Russell died peacefully on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at the Massena Rehabilitation and Nursing Center where he had been a patient for a short time. Richard was born in Malone, New York on February 6, 1928, a son of the late Charles and Myrtle (Lord) Lane. Richard attended Malone Schools and served his country honorably in the United States Navy. Richard for at the Alcoa Plant in Massena as a Fleet Mechanic and for many years at Bailey Ford in...

Elaine E. (Flanagan) Ashley, 95, of West Pierrepont died peacefully on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family. Elaine was born November 23, 1927 in Russell, a daughter of the late Stanley and Edna (Fifield) Flanagan. She attended Starks School as well as Pierrepont and Russell. On November 11, 1947 she married the love of her life, James F. Ashley at the family home in Pyrites. Enjoying 56 years together before his passing in 2004. Elaine was a homemaker, she...

Mr. Raymond H. Fountain Sr., 91, of Pyrites, died peacefully on Friday, January 20, 2023 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Raymond was born October 20, 1931 in West Pierrepont, a son of the late Basil and Elsie (Curtis) Fountain. On October 25, 1953, Raymond was united by marriage to Joyce S. Dafoe at the All Saints Episcopal Church in Pyrites, New York. Raymond served his country honorably in the United States Army for a full tour in Korea, although he was injured during battle, he returned...