Obituaries

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...

Mar 29, 2022

Christopher G. Locy, 73, of Canton, NY passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at the home of Marcus Keleher and Jaime Brown where he had been residing.

He was born in Gouverneur, NY on May 29, 1948 to Robert Sr. and Loana (LaVare) Locy.  He graduated from Hugh C. Williams High School in Canton.  Upon graduation, Chris...

Mar 21, 2022

Xander Cole Worthley, 12, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, March 21, 2022.

Xander was born on June 26, 2009, the third son of his loving parents, Shane and Sondra (Butler) Worthley. Although he was a homebody, Xander loved to be outside, jumping in puddles, riding his bike, or swimming in the pool, he could also...

Mar 11, 2022

Keith Jon Hogle, 70, of Helena and formerly of Pierrepont, died unexpected on Friday, March 11, 2022 at the Helena IRA where he had been a resident for several years.

Keith was born October 10, 1951 in Pierrepont, a son of the late Clarence and Martha (Whitcomb) Hogle. Keith attended Colton-Pierrepont Central School. Keith enjoyed helping on...

Mar 7, 2022

Randy J. Smith, 54, of Canton and formerly of Ogdensburg, died on Monday, March 7, 2022 at his home.

Randy was born October 9, 1967 in Ogdensburg, a son of the late John and Annette (Limoges) Smith. He graduated from OFA and became a welder prior becoming disabled.

He is survived by a daughter, Ashley...

Mar 4, 2022

Richard J. "Dick" Murray, 80, of Rensselaer Falls, died peacefully Friday morning, March 4, 2022 at his home where he was in the company of his family and under the care of St. Lawrence Valley Hospice.

Richard was born in Ogdensburg, July 1, 1941, a son of the late Arnold and Dorothy (Rumsey) Murray. Richard graduated from...

Feb 27, 2022

Walter R. Christy, 93, of Canton passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at the St. Joseph's Nursing Home in Ogdensburg where he was in the company of family.

Walter was born April 17, 1928 in Old Forge, NY, a son of the late William and Katherine (Sullivan) Christy. He graduated from St. Anthony's High School,...

Feb 15, 2022

Junko Geddes, 77, of Canton died at her home on Tuesday, February 15, 2022.

Junko was born April 15, 1944 in Manchukuo, China; a daughter of the late Yutaka and Motoko (Ishido) Kudo. Junko obtained her Master's Degree from SUNY Potsdam, where she worked as a systems analyst until her retirement. Junko enjoyed playing racket ball at...

Feb 9, 2022

Donald A. "Joe" Burnham, 94, of Canton died peacefully in his home on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 where he was surrounded by family and under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care.

Joe was born February 15, 1927 in Pyrites, New York, a son of the late Aaron and Adelaide (Mousaw) Burnham. He attended St. Mary's School...

Feb 5, 2022

Katherine (Kitty) Risler Irish, 93, was called home to join the love of her life on February 5, 2022.

Katherine was born on October 4, 1928 in Gibstown, NJ, a daughter of the late John and Sarah (Schock) Willis. Katherine moved to Morley, NY when she was a teen, where she met the love of her life,...

Jan 30, 2022

Lloyd R. Peabody, 69, of Hermon passed unexpectedly on Sunday, January 30, 2022 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital.

Lloyd was born July 28, 1952 in Potsdam, he was a son of the late Stanley E. and Helen M. (Ferguson) Peabody. Lloyd was raised in Star Lake and attended the Clifton-Fine Central School. On June 13, 1976, Lloyd married...

Jan 24, 2022

Frederick C. Whitmarsh Sr., 81, of Russell died peacefully at home on Monday, January 24, 2022 where he was surrounded by family and under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of the St. Lawrence Valley.

Fred was born March 30, 1940 in Russell, New York, a son to the late Beldon and Muriel (Manning) Whitmarsh. He...

Jan 17, 2022

Laura A. (Corbine) Bessette, 83, of Russell died at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital, Monday evening, January 17, 2022, where she was in the company of family.

Laura was born February 24, 1938 in Canton, the daughter of the late Wilbur and Blanche (Roberts) Corbine. She married Burton Bessette in 1956, together they had five children, Nora Bessette; Julie...

Jan 7, 2022

Kathleen Mary (Butler) Amo, 83, of Canton died peacefully on Friday, January 7, 2022 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital where she had been a patient for a few days.

Kathleen was born September 3, 1938 in Lisbon, a daughter of the late Francis and Mary (Ragan) Butler Sr. She graduated from Canton Central and attended Canton ATI. She...