The Leader-Herald

Louise M. Fraker Robbins, 97, Lexington Place, New Smyrna Beach, Florida and formerly of Gloversville, New York, died peacefully December 10, 2022, with family by her side. Born February 26,1925 in Keck Center, New York, she was the daughter of Hallock (Hallie) and Lena Hart Fraker. She married the love of her life, Howard Robbins on July 25, 1942, enjoying sixty-nine years of wedded bliss, he died April 15, 2012. During WW II, while her husband Howard served our country in Italy, Louise worked at Papa's Gloves in Gloversville, where they made gloves for the military. Later, she was employed with Swears Glove Shop, Johnstown; did housework for the Hoye family, Gloversville; was a Teacher...

Victor Theodore Marcais, 80, of Chantilly, VA, left this earth to be with the Lord on June 16, 2022. Victor was born in Mayfield, NY on February 5, 1942 to Victor Martin Marcais and Frances Charlotte DeGrush. Victor married Song Cha Yi on February 5, 1983 in Indianapolis, IN. He enlisted in the US Army in 1963, and retired as a Sergeant Major in 1986 after serving tours in Vietnam, Germany, and Korea. His final posting was at Fort Belvoir, Va where he retired and remained with his family. After his retirement, he worked as a federal employee supporting the US Department of Commerce Patent and Trademark office as a data center manager. Victor was a highly decorated US Army combat veteran...

On April 13, 2022, Leon Thomas Cristiano passed away at the age of 78 in Woodstock, GA with his family by his side. Born in Gloversville, NY, Leon graduated from the University of Miami and Florida International University with degrees in Business and Public Administration. A Miami resident for over 50 years, Leon loved His adopted city for its cultural diversity, beautiful beaches, and sunny weather. He worked for Miami Dade County for 35 years, primarily as an Administrator. As Director of Policy Analysis and Grant Development with the Department of Justice Assistance/Dade-Miami Criminal Justice, his department helped to secure grants for various county programs, many of which focused on...

Rev. Calvin L. Lofstrom, 93, of Camillus, passed away Saturday at Upstate Community Hospital. Born and raised in Oppenheim, he lived in Mayfield, NY until residing in Camillus since 1980. He was a graduate of Oppenheim-Ephratah High School and attended Fulton-Montgomery Community College. A Navy veteran of the Korean War, he served from 1948-1951. Calvin was employed by Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. for 40 years, retiring in 1987. Also a retired Methodist minister, he was a member of Immanuel United Methodist Church and served many churches throughout his ministry. He was a lifetime member of, VFW and a former member of the Masonic Lodge in Broadalbin. Calvin was predeceased by his...

February 19, 2022 Rev. Calvin L. Lofstrom, 93, of Camillus, passed away February 19. Graveside service will be held Friday, May 6 at 11 a.m. at the Mayfield Union Rural Cemetery. Share condolences at www.BuranichFH.com

Roger E Barnoski, of Northville, NY and Ruskin, FL was born at St Mary's Hospital in Amsterdam, NY on November 4, 1942 to Edmund and Wanda (Walag) Barnoski. He grew up in and around Amsterdam, NY with his sisters Carol and Cindy, and graduated from Broadalbin High School. He completed his studies at DeVry Tech in Chicago. He then moved to Florida where he married his first wife, Linda Louise Lewis. They had two children, Tammy May Johnson (David), and Tonya Mae Bloome (Matthew). With his second wife, Pierrette Beliveau he had daughter, Marie Denise Barnoski. While he had no children with his third wife, Barbara Lee Horton, he helped raise her daughter Brandy Wadsworth. In recent years, Roger...

Salvatore "Sal" Lawrence Caraco, 67, of Huntersville, and originally from Johnstown, New York, passed away on November 30, 2021. He was born in Amsterdam, New York on July 28, 1954, the son of the late Salvatore "Sam" Caraco and Carmelia Caraco. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his beloved fur babies Abby, and Emma. He was an educator, coach, writer, mentor, weight lifter, motorcycle rider, avid reader, and fitness enthusiast. He loved and enjoyed his fur babies as they brought him great joy. While he loved the Cleveland Browns, they have brought him great sadness. He was a collector of people, all of whom fell in love with him and maintained deep connections throughout...

Major Harry Clinton Hoffman, age 85 of Villa Rica, Georgia passed away October 17, 2021. He was born April 23, 1936 in Wells, New York, son of the late Clinton John Hoffman and the late Frances Tillock Pelcher Hoffman. He proudly served and retired from the United States Army after 20 years. He was a manager at General Electric where he had worked for 30 years. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Marilyn Williams of Gloversville, New York. He is survived by his wife, Janet Willner Hoffman of Villa Rica, Georgia; sons and daughter-in-law, Nathan and Sarah Hoffman of Arlington, Texas and David Hoffman of Bedford, Texas; two grandchildren, Sebastian Hoffman and...

Paul F. Carey, 72, of Ayden, NC, formerly of Mayfield, NY, passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 after a long battle with lung disease. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life's challenges with a smile. Despite his struggles, Paul stayed strong until the end. He is joyfully reunited with his beloved dogs, Jasmine and Jade. Paul was born on October 19, 1948 in Ticonderoga, NY. Shortly after graduating from Mayfield High School in 1966, he was drafted and proudly served in the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division during the Vietnam War. Although he spoke little of his service, he was decorated with both...

Mr. Anthony J. Corsini, age 85, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2021 surrounded by family at his Blairsville home after an extended battle with cancer. Tony was born in Brooklyn, NY on December 3, 1935. He spent two years in Italy from 1938-1940 when his parents returned to Brooklyn due to WWII. His formative years were spent in the embracing love of his parents and four siblings. Tony graduated from Brooklyn Technical High School in 1953 and went on to become a draftsman at the Brooklyn Navy Yard during the construction of the USS Ticonderoga and USS Saratoga aircraft carriers. After marriage in 1959 to his beautiful wife, Dolores Pepe, they moved upstate to Gloversville NY where he ran a...

Marian Heidinger Steffek passed away on February 14, 2021 after a long struggle with dementia. She was born March 9, 1925, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Joseph Heidinger and Cecelia Lombard Rogers. She was a veteran of WWII, serving in the Army. She met Joseph Steffek while both were on active duty and they were married November 22, 1945. After military discharge they lived in Johnstown, NY for several years until moving to the Broadalbin area where Marian was active in the American Legion Robert Lee Walsh Post (serving twice as Commander), Catholic Daughters of America, St. Joseph's Church Altar Society, Cub Scouts, and the VFW, as well as providing substitute teaching services in Fulton County...

Walter Joseph Gifford, 87, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 29, 2021 in Lynch-burg, Virginia. His wife and three children were by his side as he prepared to meet Jesus face to face. Born in Amsterdam, NY on the July 4, 1933, he was a proud American and was honored to serve his country in the Army Signal Corp. during the Korean War. Walter grew up in Broadalbin, NY. He loved playing basketball, boxing, and playing his gui-tar/singing in the school band. He loved spending time outdoors, gardening, camping, and hiking with his family. He married his sweetheart, Doris, on July 30, 1955, and raised their 3 children to be hard working and to love the Lord and their families...

Richard "Rick" Burns, of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away on December 10, 2020, at Novant Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte with his wife at his bedside. Rick was born January 8, 1947, in Gloversville, New York to the late Jack and Bernice Burns. He was a 1965 graduate of Gloversville High School. He earned an Associates Degree in Accounting from the State University of New York at Delhi where he was a member of the Green Key Honor Society. He also received a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the State University of New York at Albany. While in college he was elected Local Chapter President and New York State Treasurer of Phi Beta Lambda, a college professional...

Kathleen S. Craner, 70, of Liverpool, passed away suddenly at St. Joseph's Hospital on Monday surrounded by her family. She was born in Johnstown, NY to the late Fay and Florence Jeffers. She was a graduate of Johnston High School and went onto work for MONY Insurance, Upstate Hospital before retiring from the Department of Motor Vehicles. Kathleen was a kind-hearted soul who enjoyed spending time with family, gardening and puzzles. Kathleen is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Gary; daughters, Heather (Claude) Haynes, Amy (Ron Rueger) Craner and Erin Craner; grandchildren, Robert, Brandon and Nicholas; siblings, Peggy (Chris) Watson, Marilyn (Jim) Corbett and George (Cindy)...

Cheryl Baumes, 69, of Otisco, passed away Friday at home. Born in Amsterdam, NY, she lived in the Mohawk Valley, raised her family in Nelliston, moved to Foresport in 2003 and most recently resided in Otisco. A 1969 graduate of Mohawk High School, Cheryl earned her associate degree from Fulton-Montgomery Community College and bachelor's degree from SUNY IT. She was the director of social services for Montgomery County for 10 years before retiring in 2010 and previously worked at Beech-Nut for 25 years. After retiring, she worked as a substitute teacher for the Adirondack Central School District. Cheryl was a member of Fort Plain United Methodist Church, Boy Scouts Leader, Girl Scouts Leader...

David Peter Welker, 82, a resident of Caroga Lake, NY passed away Monday October 12, 2020 in Stratton, VT. Pete was born in Buffalo, NY on May 30, 1938, the son of the late Ervin and Charlotte LeBeau Welker and attended Amherst, NY schools. Pete earned his Bachelor Degree from Wagner College in Staten Island, NY and received his Masters Degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, NJ. Pete spent his working career in Pharmaceutical Sales. He served as chairman of the zoning board of appeals in Caroga Lake, NY, was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Johnstown, NY, and a member of the Mohawk Valley Chorus. Pete enjoyed playing golf, loved boating, never forgot his Buffalo roots,...

Dorothy M. Blake, daughter of the late Frederick and Rhea Klose, went home to be with Jesus on August 18, 2020. Dorothy was born in Johnstown, NY on February 16, 1918. She attended public schools and was a graduate of Johnstown High School. She was married to Sydney E. Blake on October 2,1937 and together they had two children. Dorothy worked until retirement for Gates Mills Glove Factory in Johnstown as a bookkeeper. She loved to shop, travel and work in her gardens. Her sense of humor and wit were with her to the end. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband Sidney, daughter Joan Blake Chapin, and sons-in-law, Al Chapin and Dale Oles. She is survived by her daughter Barbara Oles of...

Daniel J. Hanifin, 82, of Berlin, CT, beloved husband of Janice (Ashe) Hanifin, died on Tuesday (May 5, 2020) at UConn John Dempsey Hospital, Farmington, CT of complications from a stroke. Dan was born in Gloversville, NY on April 28, 1938 and was one of three children of the late Harold and Alice "Betty" (Millerd) Hanifin. He was a lifelong Gloversville resident until moving to Berlin, CT in 2014. He graduated from Gloversville High School in 1957 and was employed by Hussmann Corporation for 42 years before retiring. In his younger years, Dan enjoyed bowling and was a member of the Pine Tree Rifle Club. He also enjoyed keeping his yard in shape, travel, and trips to the casino. He was a...

Arthur O. Hellander WWII Navy Veteran and Equitable Life Vice President Lakeland - Arthur O. Hellander, 93, died February 7, 2020. Mr. Hellander was born February 10, 1926 in Fargo, North Dakota and graduated from North Dakota State University in Fargo. He enlisted in the Navy in January 1944 and served in the South Pacific. He was discharged in February 1946. He joined the Equitable Life Assurance Society after graduation from college and spent his entire career with the Equitable. He served in offices in Sioux Falls, SD, Syracuse, NY and Richmond, VA before being transferred to New York in 1953. He retired in 1981 as an Equitable Vice President. He was a communicant at the Church of...

Michelle "Micki" A. Cook, age 72, of Summerfield, FL passed away on Monday, January 27, 2020. She was born in Gloversville, NY on December 14, 1947. She was a 1970 graduate of SUNY Oswego where she earned Bachelor degree in Education. Micki enjoyed volunteering at several churches in Western New York and Florida. Locally she was a member of The Garden Worship Center in Belleview, FL. Micki made all kinds of crafts that were donated to church bazaars and fund raisers. Her primary love was entertaining family and friends. She is survived by her husband of 50 years Wade Cook; children Brett Cook and Candice Czaplak (Gus); mother Mary Gifford; brother Jack Gifford; sister Judy Gifford;...

Dr. Richard John Glenn, 81, of Estero, FL passed away January 22. He was born May 24, 1938 in Fonda, NY, to the late Dr. George and Agnes (Irving) Glenn. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Elizabeth "Betty" Glenn of Cobleskill, NY; children Gregory (Ann-Lis) Glenn of Stamford, NY; and Maureen Glenn Maillard of Cobleskill; grandsons Kieran, Jack, Patrick, and Conor and several nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of St. Mary's High School in Amsterdam, NY. Richard attended Hartwick College and Syracuse University before earning his doctorate in 1961 from New England College of Optometry. Dr. Glenn had his Optometric Practice in Stamford, NY for 25 years before relocating to...