Obituaries

Aug 29, 2024

Katherine F. Metcalf, 81, of Canton died peacefully, early Thursday morning, August 29, 2024 at the United Helpers Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Canton, where she was in the company of family.

Kathy was born on May 9, 1943, in Buffalo NY, the daughter of the late Leland and Frances (Mayer) Lyons. She graduated from Scarsdale High School...

Aug 7, 2024

James C. Buda Jr., 77, of Parishville and formerly of Rochester died Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at the North Country Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (Highland Nursing Home) in Massena where he had been a resident for some time.

James was born May 16, 1947 in Rochester, a son of the late James C. Sr. and Lucille Buda....

Aug 5, 2024

Jacquelene J. Cota, 67, of Lisbon died on Monday, August 5, 2024 at Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse, where she was surrounded by her family.

Jackie was born August 8, 1956 in Potsdam, a daughter of the late Everett Coller and Grace Clark. She graduated from Canton High School. On August 15, 1976, Jackie married Phillip Cota Jr. at the family home...

Jul 18, 2024

Mary E. Ames, 88, of Canton passed away on Thursday evening, July 18, 2024 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital where she was surrounded by her loving and devoted family.

Mary was born September 17, 1935 in DeKalb, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Marion (Bush) Newcombe. Mary attended one room schoolhouses and as her grandchildren say she...

Jul 16, 2024

It is with saddened hearts to announce the passing of Alice Marie Greenwood,

79, of Canton. Alice passed away peacefully at home on July 16th with her family by her side after a long battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis.

Alice was born on a warm Wednesday, June 20, 1945 to the late Albert Anson and Laura...

Jul 14, 2024

Gerald Francis Whalen, 93, of Canton, died early Sunday evening, July 14, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Gerald (Jerry) was born in Canton on July 24, 1930 to Joseph and Blanche (Browe) Whalen. He resided in Canton his entire life and was a proud graduate of St. Mary's Parochial School, Canton High School and St. Lawrence University.

Jerry...

Jun 30, 2024

Judith B. "Judy" Ruddy, 85, of Canton, NY and formerly of Cape Vincent, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital, where she was surrounded by her loving family.

Judy was born May 3, 1939 in Canton, a daughter of the late P. Emerson "Emmy" and Bernetta L. (Moore) Bartman. She graduated...

Jun 21, 2024

Edwards – A Celebration of Life for Richard E. "Rick" Cherry, will be held on July 6, 2024 at his home with his family. Mr. Cherry died at the age of 73, on June 21, 2024 at the Wiles-Barres Commonwealth Health Center, Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Mr. Cherry was a truck driver in his earlier years but the majority...

May 19, 2024

Dylan C. Burns, 37, of Nicholville and formerly of Pierrepont, died unexpectedly on Sunday, May 19, 2024.

Dylan was born July 7, 1986 in Potsdam and son of Rodney Burns and Cynthia (Clough) Burns. He graduated from Colton-Pierrepont Central School in 2005. Dylan worked for a carpenters union. He had a deep love for nature and being...

May 7, 2024

Joann J. Murphy, 78, Auburn, New York and formerly of Canton died in the company of family on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at the Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse, where she had been a patient for a short time. Joann was born July 5, 1945 in Canton, a daughter of the late Alfred and Mayfred (Kio) Murphy. She graduated from...

May 5, 2024

Paul E. Howard, 87, of Canton died on Sunday, May 5, 2024, in the comfort of his home where he was with family and under the care of Hospice of the St. Lawrence Valley.

Paul was born July 6, 1936 in Canton, New York to the late Eldon and Florence (Pearl) Howard. He graduated from Canton High...

May 3, 2024

Nelson C. Austin, 95, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024. He was a resident of the Town of Canton.

Nelson was born March 23, 1929, in Pyrites, the son of Harold and Florence (Enslow) Austin. He married Laura M. Childs at Kendrew United Methodist Church on June 30, 1953. Laura predeceased him in 1994.

Nelson was drafted into the US Army,...

Apr 24, 2024

Judy L. Gray, 82, 6224 County Route 27, Canton, passed away April 24, 2024 at her home under the care of her family and Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley.

Judy's funeral will be on Tuesday, April 30th at 11:00 am at St. John's Episcopal Church in Ogdensburg, with the Reverend Sonya Boyce officiating. Burial will follow at...

Apr 12, 2024

James I. Monroe, former mayor of Canton and physics professor at SUNY Canton, passed away in Annapolis, MD, on April 12, 2024, at the home of his daughter Katherine Boettrich.  He was 91 and was suffering from amyloidosis.

Throughout his life, Jim showed a spirit of intellectual curiosity and diverse talent. He was a Chinese codebreaker at...

Apr 10, 2024

Phyllis D. Cunningham, 102, formerly of Canton died on Tuesday, April 10, 2024 at the Massena Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Massena where she was in the company of family.

Phyllis was born December 1, 1921 in Canton, a daughter of the late Rex and Eva Belle (Stevenson) Dunkelberg. She was a graduate of Canton Central High...

Apr 4, 2024

Synthia A. Carroll, 59, of Canton died on Thursday, April 4, 2024, surrounded by family at the Upstate University Hospital, Syracuse where she had been a patient for a few weeks following a stroke. Synthia received an "Honor Walk" as she gave the gift of life as an organ donor.

Synthia was born November 21, 1964 in...

Apr 2, 2024

Brenda C. (Raven) Sanderson, 82, of Canton and formerly of Hermon died on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital, where she was surrounded by family.

Brenda was born August 4, 1941 in Gouverneur, a daughter of the late Lloyd and Maraline (Forsythe) Raven. Brenda graduated from Gouverneur High School in 1959 and attended Strong Memorial...

Mar 24, 2024

Jonathan Christian "Chris" Oakes, 21, of Canton passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital as a result of respiratory failure due to Covid 19. He was in the company of family.

Chris as he was known to most, was born May 3, 2002 in Potsdam, a son of Joy Thompson and the...

Mar 23, 2024

We celebrate the life of Dean Leonard Woodward, dearly loved by family and friends. Dean passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 23, 2024 and went to be with his beloved Lord and savior Jesus Christ.

The world was blessed with his birth on September 24, 1962, and was a son of the late Arthur and Marilyn "Joan"...

Mar 19, 2024

Richard Nestor Cassara, 82, died peacefully at his beloved home on Stillman Drive in Canton, NY on March 19, 2024.

Rick was born in the Bronx, NY on Aug 1st, 1941, son of the late Alfred and Evelyn (Mors) Cassara.  He graduated high school from Eldred Central School, Eldred NY and attended St. Bonaventure University, Olean NY...