Obituaries

Aug 25, 2022

Richard G. "Dick" Hewitt, 86, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2022 under the care of Hospice.

Dick was born August 5, 1936 in Pierrepont, the only son of the late Glenn and Mabel (Vaughn) Hewitt.

He is survived by his five sisters, June Latimer of Canton; Charlotte Mousaw of Florida; Sharon (Charles) Jenks, and...

Aug 24, 2022

Mary E. (Burwell) Latimer, 95 of Canton, passed away on August 24, 2022 surrounded by loved ones at the United Helpers Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, Canton.

Mary was born March 6, 1927 and was the daughter of the late Millard E. and Dorthea L. (Tracy) Burwell. She graduated from Canton High School and later from Potsdam...

Aug 19, 2022

Esther Katz, originally from Brooklyn, NY but a Canton native since 1970, passed away peacefully in her Partridge Knoll apartment on Friday, August 19, 2022 at the age of 84. Esther was a St Lawrence County social worker for many years, helping to pair needy children with needy adoptive families. She was also a delightful fixture on the community...

Aug 19, 2022

Joseph Daniel Gotham, 22, of Russell, died unexpected on Friday, August 19, 2022 as a result of a motor vehicle accident.

Joe was born May 28, 2000 in Potsdam, a son of Daniel and Brandie (Clary) Gotham. He graduated from Edwards-Knox Central School in 2019. Although his years may have been short, he lived them to the...

Aug 18, 2022

Frederick Michael Holloway, 73, of Lisbon, died unexpectedly on Thursday, August 18, 2022 at his home where he had been stricken ill.

Fred was born June 23, 1949 in Peterborough, Ontario, a son of the late William Holloway Sr. and Hilda (Morris)  Holloway. He graduated from Lincoln Park High School in Michigan in 1967. Fred worked for...

Aug 17, 2022

Ronald L. Gilson, 79, of Canton, died peacefully Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital, where he was in the company of family.

Ronald was born March 15, 1943 to the late Donald and Edna (Lawrence) Gilson. He was a graduate of Canton High School and from Canton ATI. On July 11. 1970, he was united...

Jul 7, 2022

Charles "Chuck" R. Perry Jr., 58, of Waddington, died peacefully surrounded by loved ones at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital on Thursday, July 7, 2022.

Charles was born December 23, 1963, in Canton, son of Charles R. and Judy Ann (Bigwarfe) Perry. He attended Morley & Canton School, where he enjoyed wrestling.

Most would say Chuck was...

Jul 2, 2022

John B. Bessette, 60, of Auburn and formerly of Canton died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 2, 2022 at the Auburn Community Hospital.

John was born January 31, 1962 in Canton, a son of Gerald and Susan (Fenlong) Bessette. He graduated from Hugh C. Williams High School with the Class of 1980 and worked for 14 years at...

Jun 26, 2022

July 15, 1946 – June 26, 2022

James F. Barry III of Canton passed away unexpectedly at his home from natural causes. Born in Brooklyn on July 15, 1946, James (Jim) was the son of James and Ethel (Oberhofer) Barry. He graduated from West Hempstead High School in his hometown on Long Island. He continued his education...

Jun 10, 2022

Gage Lonnie Michael Mustain, age 24, passed unexpectedly at his home in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 10, 2022. He was born on July 3, 1997 to Vanessa and Josh Fry. He was a devoted father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Gage had many passions that brought joy to his life. He was passionate about carpentry, being outside, camping, bonfires,...

May 24, 2022

Thomas Edward Morrill, a resident of Pasadena, Maryland and formerly of Hermon, age 66, passed away at his home on May 24, 2022.

A funeral service will be held at the O'Leary Funeral Home, Canton, NY at 12:00 pm on Saturday June 4, 2022, followed by burial at Hermon Cemetery. Calling hours will precede the funeral service...

May 19, 2022

Lauris I. Coffey, 90, of Canton died peacefully on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital where she had been a patient for a few days.

Lauris was born May 14, 1932 in Gouverneur, the daughter of the late Prentice and Bertha (Wallace) Storie. She graduated from Knox-Memorial Central School in 1950. On June 28, 1950,...

May 9, 2022

Suzanne Marie (Lucas) Flanagan, 58, of West Pierrepont, died unexpectedly in her sleep on Monday, May 9, 2022.

Suzanne was born June 26, 1963 in Potsdam, a daughter of the late Robert and Mary (Vancour) Lucas. She attended Canton High School. On July 5, 1980, Suzanne was married to Gene A. Flanagan in Morley at the home...

May 2, 2022

Thomas G. Ames, 64, of Canton, died at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital on Monday, May 2, 2022 where he had been admitted earlier in the day after taking ill at home.

Tom was born September 11, 1957 in Canton, a son to the late Gerald A. "Charlie" Ames and Nancyanne E. McCluskey. He attended Canton Schools and served...

Apr 18, 2022

Joyce Scott, 86, a 40+ year resident of United Helpers Nursing Home, Canton died peacefully on Monday, April 18, 2022.

Joyce was born March 31, 1936 in Ogdensburg, a daughter to the late Kenneth and Edith (Secore) Scott. Joyce was the oldest of her siblings. She enjoyed reading, watching TV, bingo, outdoor events and church services.

Apr 17, 2022

Tyler A. Bessette, 20, of Canton died on Sunday, April 17, 2022 from injuries sustained in a car accident.

Tyler was born February 5, 2002 in Ogdensburg, the third son of Randy and Darlene (Matthews) Bessette. Tyler and his Irish Twin, Ryan were inseparable, all the while older brother Michael, kept watch, laughing. Tyler was a member...

Apr 17, 2022

Randy L. Gordon, 61, formerly of Canton, died unexpectedly on Sunday, April 17, 2022 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital following being stricken ill at the home of his sister.

Randy was born September 5, 1960 in Canton, a son of the late Almond Gordon Sr. and Shirley Bice Gordon. He graduated from Madrid-Waddington Central School in 1980. Upon...

Apr 13, 2022

Lisbon, NY; Ramona Lawrence, 95, died peacefully on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at the Massena Hospital where she had been a patient for a short time.

Ramona was born July 7, 1926 in Canton, a daughter of Clarence S. and Lestine E. (Ray) Cota. In her younger years, Ramona worked at J.J. Newberry's, the snack bar at...

Apr 8, 2022

Business owner, entrepreneur and family man Tracy E. Burwell's love of life didn't come to an end with his death. Tracy passed away peacefully on April 8th, 2022 at the age of 69, surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest through his wondrous ways. As a beloved husband,...

Apr 6, 2022

Peter G. "Pete" Ames, 58, of Canton, died on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at the University of Vermont Medical Center after being stricken ill at home on Tuesday. In death, Pete was able to give the gift of life to others as an organ donor.

Pete was born July 17, 1963 in Canton, a son of the...