Anna M. Wood, of Middleburgh, passed away on Monday, August 8, 2022 at her home, in the loving care of her family and Helios. Anna was born 81 years ago on October 20, 1940 in New York, to Frances (Vogel) and Frank Willwerth.  Anna’s smile greeted patrons at Value Village Wine and Liquor in Middleburgh for over 20 years before she retired.  She loved nothing more than being in her home in Middleburgh, keeping her home, watching the beautiful cardinals and seeing her beloved New...

Robert “Burl” E Benninger, our beloved truck driver, drove off in a B-61 Mack to that big highway in the sky on Thursday, August 4, 2022. Burl was born to Andrew and Elizabeth (Juchler) Benninger on July 27, 1934, in a big red brick house on Schoharie-Gallupville Road.  He attended Schoharie Central School, just six months shy of his graduation, he left to go into business with his father.  Driving truck was his passion and he spent many happy years alongside him....

Carl B. Schanz of High Point Road, died peacefully at home on Friday, July 22, 2022.   Carl was born 94 years ago on August 28, 1927 at home, to Inez (Durfee) and George W. Schanz.  He started at the one-room schoolhouse near the family farm before attending Middleburgh Central School and graduating.   Carl was a Conservation Operations Supervisor with New York State Dept. of Conservation for many years, retiring from Camp Cass in Rensselaerville.  He also dedicated...

Albert “Ed” Lawyer of Route 30, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 18, 2022 at Robinson Terrace in Stamford where he had been living the last few years.   Ed was born on April 26, 1927 in the Town of Fulton to Edith (Herbst) and Albert A. Lawyer.  An entrepreneur all of his life, Ed was a jack of all trades and never shied away from a good day’s work.  He loved the outdoors and spent most of his time hunting, fishing and trap shooting, cutting wood and...

Suzie E. Bliss, of Roger Jones Road, found eternal peace on Friday, July 15, 2022.   Suzie was born 52 years ago on June 6, 1970 in Cobleskill to Elizabeth (Rogers) and Robert Miller.   She loved traveling, especially to the beach and visiting lighthouses.  Camping trips to Little Lake and most recently to Nickerson’s Campground in Gilboa brought many hours of relaxation and many lasting friendships that Suzie cherished.   She loved dining out, making crafts,...

Mary C. Loucks passed away on Friday, July 15, 2022 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown. Mary was born 87 years ago on March 15, 1935 in Manhattan, to Mary A. (Pecan) and Francis J. Peifer and served in the United States Air Force from 1954-1955. She worked many places through the years, retiring from Prospect House as an evening manager.  She loved making dolls, visiting Turning Stone Casino and playing Bingo.  Mary enjoyed traveling and visited California, Florida and...

Ralph J. Rehbit died on Monday, July 11, 2022 after a long illness. He was born on March 4, 1951 in Albany, NY to Vincent and Bessie Rehbit.  He served in the Navy and then was employed as a truck driver for the USPS until his retirement.  Ralph was also very involved in boxer dog rescues.   He is survived by his oldest brother: Vincent R. Rehbit (Diana); sister-in-law: Marcia Rehbit; brother-in-law: Fran Leonard and many nieces and nephews.  He was...

Ryan D. Urrey, of Scribner Avenue, lost his fight against addiction on Sunday, July 10, 2022.  That fight is very long and very hard, but Ryan’s example of courage through the hardest first steps will hopefully help bring others to recovery.   Ryan was born 26 years ago on May 31, 1996 in Schenectady to Jennifer (Wood) and Dale Urrey and graduated from Middleburgh Central School.  A typical country boy at heart, Ryan loved nothing more than casting his lure into the...

Barbara Joan McBain Wood, died peacefully onJune 23, 2022 after a brief illness. She had been a resident of Robinson Terrace Nursing Home for the last month and a resident of Marchand Manor Assisted Living for the last three years.    Joan was born 89 years ago on January 10, 1933 in Middleburgh and was a 1951 graduate of Middleburgh Central School.    Joan moved to Marrero LA. in 1975 and returned to Schoharie County in late 2018. While still living in Schoharie...

Gertrude H. Shaul, of Mill Valley Road, passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at her home.   Gertrude was born 80 years ago on June 25, 1941 in Middleburgh to Elizabeth (Ramm) and Ernst Kramer.    She worked as a Registered Nurse at Ellis Hospital, Eden Park, and Cobleskill Hospital for many years.   Gardening was her passion, which included creating beautiful stone walkways and walls. She also enjoyed making wine from grapes that she grew, reading, interior...