All Obituaries

Salem- Florence E. Tomlinson, 81, of Salem, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at her residence with her family, caregivers and her German Shepherd all by her side. She was born on November 5, 1936 on the family farm, Hicks Bros. Fruit Farm, now known as Hicks Orchard, in Granville, NY to the late Charles T. Hicks, Jr. and Mae A. (Taylor) Hicks. Growing up, Florence had many roles on the farm, including putting together apple boxes, working in the packing house and...

Cambridge-Charlotte Mae Russell, 84, of Cambridge, passed away Sunday, May 27, 2018 at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington. Charlotte was born November 21, 1933 in Pittstown and was the daughter of the late Earl and Bessie (Kate) Russell. She grew up in Pittstown and attended Hoosic Valley Central School.  Charlotte moved to Cambridge in 1982 and had worked in housekeeping and was also a hairdresser at the Meikleknox Home in Cambridge until she...

Salem-Charles H. “Chuck” Bailey, 52, of Salem, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, May 26, 2018 at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington. Chuck was born December 1, 1965 in Glens Falls and was the son of the late Charles J. Bailey and Louise M. Burch.  He was the adopted son of Jody Kilburn. He was an automotive mechanic for over 25 years, his last employment was with Rushinski’s Automotive in Shushan for over 15 years. Chuck...

Saratoga Springs-Helaine Zarro, age 65, passed away in her home on Saturday, May 19, 2018 in Saratoga Springs, New York. She was born on August 12, 1952 to Lillian and William Diemer. Throughout her life, she helped people whenever they needed it, with no questions asked. She was a pillar of strength to her family, and fearlessly protected those she loved. Helaine lead by example and proved that love is the greatest force in the universe — it could overcome any obstacle, and...

Cambridge-Vivian Marie Coulter Kavanaugh, died peacefully and loved, surrounded by her family, on Saturday, May 19, 2018, in Bennington, Vermont. She was 93. Vivian was admired for her courage, class, compassion, and a keen intellect. As her colleagues and classmates could attest, “no one who has ever met Viv could forget her quick wit and humor” (1951 college yearbook). She...

Cambridge- Martin "Uncle Mart" Wayne Dyke, 59, of Cambridge, NY passed away Friday, May 11, 2018 at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington. Born April 16, 1959 in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Wilfred L. Dyke and Lucy "Betty" Surdam Hayes. Marty was an alumnus of Cambridge Central School...

Cambridge-Though named Lawrence Wend Tate at his birth, on May 12, 1927, by his parents, Alma Wend and Leroy Tate, most people knew him as Bud. He passed away peacefully on Friday, May 11, 2018 in the comfort of his home. Bud grew up in Johnsonville and joined the U.S. Navy during World War II. He met the love of his life, Phyllis Kittel, at EZ Mills in Bennington where he worked after being discharged. They were married on April 23, 1949 and made their home in Buskirk, NY where...

Eagle Bridge-Jacob Earl Weber, age 79, of Eagle Bridge, NY, passed away on Monday, May 7, 2018 surrounded by loved ones.  Among countless other things, he will be remembered for his work ethic, kindness, and love for animals.  To know Jacob was a gift.  He was the definition of a hard-worker.  He spent many years driving truck and working construction.  At home, he was the original MacGyver.  He could always be found tinkering in his garage listening...

Rupert, VT-Barbara P. Armstrong, 88, formerly of Rupert, passed away Saturday, May 5, 2018 at the Slate Valley Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Granville. Born July 17, 1929 in Pawlet, VT, she was the daughter of the late Claude and Marie (Waite) Patrick. Barbara was educated in local schools and had worked for J.H. Guild in Rupert, the Gotham Paper Mill in Salem and then became a caretaker for people in the area and also worked for the Dorset Nursing Association...

Mechanicville-Patricia K. Mead, 70, of Mechanicville, formerly of Johnsonville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Pat was born November 25, 1947 in Englewood, NJ, the daughter of the late Trygve "Bill" and Helen (Hastings) Olsen. She graduated from Greenwich Central School.  She received her LPN certification from the Mary McClellan School of Nursing in Cambridge, NY. Pat...