Obituaries

Jan 4, 2022

Raymond E. Dalton, 85, of Pierrepont, died peacefully on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital, where he had been a patient since December 23rd.

Raymond, or "Red" as he was known by friends, was born May 17, 1936 in Gouverneur, a son of the late Kenneth and Sarah (Rabideau) Dalton. He attended schools in DeKalb,...

Jan 3, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of James T. Macaluso announce his passing on January 3, 2022.

He was a longtime resident of Lockport, NY where he raised his family, owned and operated Lockport Hearing Consultants, and was a member of local organizations.  In recent years he lived in Skaneateles, NY and was known by...

Dec 14, 2021

Mr. Gerald M. Lucas, 69, of Canton passed away peacefully at Upstate Medical Center on Tuesday, December 14, 2021.

Gerald is survived by his son, Jeremy and wife Nellie Lucas, two grandchildren, Parker and Izzie all of Canton; brothers James, Marvin, Robert, Francis and Frank; sisters, Lucille Harris, Suzanne Flanagan and Tina Hewlett.

Gerald was...

Dec 12, 2021

Jean D. Given, 96, of Massena, but a Russell girl at heart, died peacefully on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at her home where she was in the company of family.

Jean was born December 26, 1924 in Russell, the daughter of the late George W. and Maude (Wilcox) Dodds. She graduated at the age of 16 from...

Dec 10, 2021

Dr. Robert N. Wells Jr., Canton, NY, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2021. He had been a resident of the Champlain Valley Senior Community in Willsboro, NY since March 2021. He was 88 years old.

Born September 3, 1933, to parents Robert N. Wells Sr. & Doris (Witterwell) Wells, Bob grew up and attended schools in...

Dec 6, 2021

Timothy F. Gilbert, 60, of Canton passed away on Monday, December 6th in the arms of his beloved wife of 29 years, Tracy.  Calling hours will be at the O'Leary Funeral Home in Canton on Friday, December 10th from 3-6pm and Saturday, December 11th from 10-11am with a Celebration of Life to follow at 11am. Burial will follow at...

Dec 5, 2021

Flossie M. Gray, 81, of Canton died peacefully on Sunday, December 5, 2021 with family at her side, she was under the care of Hospice of the St. Lawrence Valley.

Flossie was born November 14, 1940 in Gouverneur, the daughter of the late David and Marion (Colton) Whitmarsh. She graduated from Knox Memorial and from Canton ATC...

Dec 5, 2021

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Reginald Lee Sapp, 71, on December 5, 2021 after a long battle with heart failure.   Calling hours will be held on Thursday, December 9 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 at the O'Leary Funeral Home.  A private burial will be held on Friday.

Reggie...

Dec 2, 2021

Mrs. Joyce S. Fountain, 89, of Pyrites, died peacefully on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at the North Country Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Massena, formerly Highland Nursing Home, surrounded by family.

Joyce was born August 31, 1932 in Pyrites, to the late Albert and Dorothy (James) Dafoe. On October 25, 1953, Joyce was married to Raymond Fountain...

Nov 28, 2021

Wayne Joseph Willette, 68, died peacefully at home on Sunday, November 28, 2021, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Wayne was born on   August 21, 1953, in Plattsburgh to the late Victor & Lucile Willette.

Wayne is survived by his bride of 37 years, Kathy and a son, Jordan. Sisters, Luanne (John) LaBarge-Willette and Jana (Mike)...

Nov 27, 2021

Jacob passed away on November 27th, 2021 at the age of 18. Jacob was born in Watertown, NY on May 5, 2003.

Jake enjoyed playing basketball and soccer in his younger years and had a smile and laugh that could light up a room. He went on to gain an interest in clothing and shoes, he started...

Nov 16, 2021

Bettie V. Hardy, 97, passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, November 16, 2021 at United Helpers Maplewood, Canton with her devoted and caring daughter Myrtle by her side.

Bettie was born June 4, 1924 in Gouverneur, NY the daughter of the late Roy. J and Myrtle M. (Maybee) Mason. She attended school in Antwerp, NY and moved to...

Nov 12, 2021

Garrison T. "Gary" Barcomb, 62, of Canton died on Friday, November 12, 2021at the Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center, Ogdensburg where he had been a patient for a short time.

Gary was born April 9, 1959, a son of the late Garrison and Winifred (Taylor) Barcomb. He graduated from Hugh C. Williams High School, Canton and attended Canton College....

Nov 11, 2021

Loved by all whom he encountered, Terry J. Todd, 74, died surrounded by friends and family on November 11, 2021. Terry was born April 28, 1947. He is predeceased by his first wife, Kathleen and by a daughter, Lisa Peacock.

Terry is survived by his children, Lindsay and Justin; Teresa Todd, whom he married in 2014, having...

Nov 5, 2021

Leona Faye DeLavergne, 76, of Canton, passed away on Friday, November 5, 2021 at the home of her daughter Regina, where she was in the company of family and under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of the St. Lawrence Valley.

Leona was born June 21, 1945 in Geneva, New York, a daughter of the late Barney McGargle and Isabelle...

Nov 3, 2021

Rollin A. Locke, 90, of North Russell died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, November 3, 2021 at home, with his son, Andy at his side. He was under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of the St. Lawrence Valley.

Rollin was born December 22, 1930 in Russell, a son of the late Ernest and Florence (Carpenter) Locke. He attended...

Nov 1, 2021

Clara Rita (Montroy) Burke, 86, of Canton died peacefully on Monday, November 1, 2021 at the Massena Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, where she was surrounded by the love of her family.

Clara was born July 5, 1935, in Brasher Falls, a daughter of the late Bernard and Susie (McGovern) Montroy. Clara attended school in Brasher Falls....

Oct 27, 2021

David LaPlatney, 78, formerly of Canton died on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at the home of his son and daughter-in-law, where he was surrounded by family and under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care.

David was born January 15, 1943 in Harrisville, a son of the late Kenneth and Ruth (Moore) LaPlatney. He was a graduate of Harrisville Central School....

Oct 16, 2021

Shirley Ann Morrill of Hermon, age 89, passed away October 16, 2021 at the United Helpers Maplewood Facility in Canton.

A funeral service will be held at the O'Leary Funeral Home, Canton, NY at 1:30 pm on Sunday October 24, 2021, followed by burial at the Hermon Cemetery.  Calling hours for family and friends will be held...

Oct 12, 2021

Glenn Ames, 65, of Canton died on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital where he had been a patient for a couple days.

Glenn was born April 27, 1956 in Potsdam, the son of the late Marjorie Wilmot and Walter Ames. Glenn graduated from Hugh C. Williams High School in Canton. On February 14, 1976,...