All Obituaries

Salem-Mary A. Saunders, 84 of Salem, passed away Monday, February 22, 2021 at the Slate Valley Nursing Home in Granville. Mary was born in Salem August 26, 1936 the daughter of the late William and Nancy (McNaughton) Welsh.  She attended Salem Washington Academy and had worked for C.A. Baltz and also C.B. Sports in Salem as a seamstress from the age of 16 until the company closed. Mary loved the elderly in the community and would often be seen helping them when needed. In addition to...

Cambridge-William David Waite passed away quietly, just as he preferred to live his life, Saturday, February 20, 2021 at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center to join those who had previously known and loved him.  Bill was a person who was committed and loyal husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to those who took the time to know and understand his independent nature. Bill was born September 10, 1933 in Oneonta, NY the son of the late Stephen Ernest Waite and...

Cohoes-Clemence M. Lessard, 94, formerly of Cohoes, passed peacefully into her new life in the fullness of God’s presence on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Schuyler Ridge Nursing Home.  She was born on March 28, 1926 in Saint Francois-du-lac, Quebec, Canada.  She was predeceased by her loving husband, Eloi A. Lessard, who entered his eternal home on July 9, 1985. Clemence and Eloi’s story was a love story--two hearts becoming one.  It began after he visited Canada and met...

Hebron- Carol M. Campbell, 81, of Hebron, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Glens Falls Hospital. Carol was born October 09, 1939 in Ballston Spa and was the daughter of the late Edward and Irene (Latham) McNutt. She attended Saratoga High School. Carol was the Matriarch of Carolray Farm. With her strong religious beliefs, a loving heart, and an unwavering dedication to family and farm, she guided the daily operations. Through her commitment the...

Jackson-Noel Erskine Hanf, Jr. died peacefully at home in Jackson, NY, on Sunday, February 14, of advanced leukemia. He was born April 1, 1940 to Phyllis Norman Hanf and Noel Erskine Hanf, Sr. in Ossining, NY. Noel lived in Ossining with his mother and grandmother after his father’s death when he was 3. At age 13 he transferred to Kent School in Kent, CT and graduated in 1958. It was at Kent that he began to formulate values that stayed with him throughout his life. He spent his...

West Rupert & Plainfield, VT- Kevin Lynn Saunders, born June 10, 1955 in Granville, NY to Herman and Clara Inez Bentley Saunders of West Rupert, VT, passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2021 in Plainfield, VT. Predeceased by both parents, one sister, Verna Hoyt, three brothers, Ronald Saunders, Theodore Saunders and Lyndus Saunders, one brother in-law, William Wood and one sister-in-law, Margaret Saunders. Survived by four brothers, Douglas (Suzanne) Saunders of Bennington, VT, James...

Glens Falls-Robert Kevin Baird, 67, of Glens Falls, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021 at the Glens Falls Center. Born November 4, 1953 in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Robert G. and Dorris (Hanks) Baird. Kevin graduated from Salem Washington Academy and was a Police Officer for the Glens Falls Police Department for 22 years retiring December 28, 1996.  Kevin then became a bus driver for Upstate Tours and then for Yankee Trails.  He loved traveling throughout the...

Salem-Leonard “Lennie” Shultis passed away peacefully at his residence in Salem on Monday, February 8, 2021.  The family is most grateful to his caregivers, Ashley, Krista, Kim, Dan, Mary, Brenda, Laurie Morgan, and Laurie Harrington, who all cared for him with a sense of humor, utmost respect, and unconditional grace. Lennie was born in Margaretville, NY and was the son of the late Leonard G. Shultis and Joyce Beardsley.  He was predeceased by several...

Cambridge-Nicholas D. Messina, 53, of Cambridge, passed away Monday, February 8, 2021 at his residence. Born November 3, 1967 in Cambridge, he is the son of Albert Messina of Cambridge and the late Sharron Woodcock Messina who passed away in 2018. Nick attended Cambridge Central School and received his ASE certification from BOCES.  He worked with his father at Messina’s Mobil in Cambridge and eventually owned the business.  He then relocated the business to Eagle Bridge...

Rupert, VT-Merritt C. Morey, 76, of Rupert, passed away Monday, February 1, 2021 at his residence. Born June 9, 1944 in Granville, he was the son of the late Merritt and Grace (Clark) Morey. Merritt attended school in West Rupert and then Salem Washington Academy graduating in 1962.  He grew up and worked on the family farm. Then went on to work for Dorr Co. in Manchester for 36 years retiring in January of 2020. Merritt loved serving his community by being a 56-year member of the...