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Lushawn Copeland
Aug 21, 2025
Carthage - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lushawn Copeland, age 15, who passed on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
Born on March 26, 2010, in Wiesbaden, Germany, Lushawn was the beloved son of Keyon and Jennifer (Rinner) Copeland. He was a student at Carthage Central School District, where he was known for his bright mind, kind...
Kathryn A. Palladino
Aug 24, 2025
Carthage - Kathryn Palladino, a devoted wife, mother, and aunt, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025, at Lewis County General Hospital, surrounded by loved ones. She was 98.
In accordance with her wishes, a graveside service will be held on Thursday, August 28th at 11:00 AM at St. James Catholic Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest beside her...
Leonard J. Bleam
Aug 22, 2025
Evans Mills - Leonard J. Bleam, 83, formerly of PA, passed away on August 22nd, 2025, while at St. Joseph’s Health Center.
Per his wishes, a private service will be held for the family and he will be laid to rest alongside his parents.
Arrangements are with the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc. located at 500 State Street Carthage, NY...
Cathleen Freeman
Aug 20, 2025
Rutland - Cathleen Freeman, 65, of Black River, NY, passed away peacefully at home on August 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
A celebration of life will be held on August 30th from 1–5 p.m. at The Tug Hill Vineyards, 4051 Yancy Rd., Lowville, NY. All are welcome to come and share memories; guests may arrive any time during the...
Donna M. Davis
Aug 17, 2025
Carthage - Donna M. Davis, 85, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025, while at home.
Calling hours will be held on Monday, August 25, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Lundy Funeral Home, located at 500 State Street in Carthage, NY 13619. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 11:00 am in...
George Ayres
Aug 14, 2025
Carthage - George W. Ayres Jr, 81, of Carthage passed away peacefully on August 14th 2025. Born on September 8,1943, in Chester, NJ to Evelyn & George Ayres Sr., George was a devoted husband, father & grandfather. He quite frequently reminded his loved ones that they were his reason for living. There was never a day that went by that...
Barbara Ann Lawlee
Aug 11, 2025
Barbara Ann (Cannan) Lawlee, 89, of Radcliff, KY, and formerly of Copenhagen/Carthage, NY, passed away on August 11, 2025, after a battle with cancer.
Barbara was born to Maynard A. Cannan and Thelma M. Miller on April 28, 1936, in Philadelphia, PA. She was raised in Lowville, NY by her paternal grandparents and graduated from Lowville Academy in 1954 and The...
Jay Alden Doellner
Aug 9, 2025
Watertown - Jay Alden Doellner, 63, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025, while at Samaritan Medical Center.
Jay was born on October 26, 1961, to the late Allan Hancock and Shirley Doellner. He worked a variety of jobs in the North Country, most often as a freelance handyman or landscaper. He was very fond of his landscaping work and found...
Matthew Thomas Gump
Jul 27, 2025
In Loving Memory of Matthew Thomas Gump
Matthew Thomas Gump, born July 5, 1983, in St. Helens, Oregon, passed away on July 27, 2025, in Mountain Home, Idaho. A devoted father, respected veteran, and selfless public servant, Matt’s life was marked by unwavering dedication to his country, his community, and those he loved.
Matt spent many years in Carthage, NY, where he...
Robert J Martin Sr.
Jul 26, 2025
Carthage – Robert J. Martin, 82, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025, while at Lewis County General Hospital in Lowville, NY.
Per his wishes, there will be no services.
Robert was born on March 21, 1943, in Carthage, NY, to the late Cornelius and Eva (Brotherton) Martin. Robert worked a variety of places in the North Country, most notably as a...
John T. Hunkins
Jul 22, 2025
WATERTOWN- John Thomas Hunkins, 67, died on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
A Graveside service will be held with Military Honors on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 1:00 pm in Hillside Cemetery, West Carthage, NY. Per his wishes, he will be scattered in the Gulf of Mexico.
He was born on December 15, 1957, to the late Robert A. and Mary Louise (Chisamore)...
Janeace (Jan) Elizabeth Bouvia
Jul 22, 2025
CARTHAGE- Janeace (Jan) Elizabeth Bouvia (Arquette), formerly Holton, and Hammond of 222 State Street Carthage NY, passed away on Tuesday, July 22 in Rome, NY. She was 79 years old and had been in failing health for some time.
The Calling Hours will be held on Friday, July 25, 2025, from 12:00 pm-2:00 pm at the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation...
Cyrena C. Gerber
Jul 20, 2025
Natural Bridge - Cyrena C. Gerber, 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025, while at Samaritan Summit Village.
A Calling Hour will be held on August 31, 2025, from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm at the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service Inc., located at 500 State Street in Carthage, NY 13619. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm...
David J Young
Jul 17, 2025
David Jay Arthur Young, a devoted father, joyful spirit, and lifelong champion of children’s education and the outdoors, passed away on July 17, 2025, at the age of 65. His kind heart, sense of humor, and love for life touched everyone who had the joy of knowing him.
A memorial mass will be held on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at 11:00...
Ronald R. Hall, Sr.
Jul 17, 2025
West Carthage- Ronald R. Hall, Sr. 74, of Jefferson Street, died peacefully on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at his home under the care of his family and Jefferson County Hospice. He was born on October 10, 1950, in Gouverneur, NY to the late Raymond E. & Dorothy (Burnett) Hall.
Calling Hours will be held on Monday, July 21, 2025, at Lundy...
Richard Tyner
Jul 14, 2025
Carthage – Richard “Dick” Tyner, 89, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, while at Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY.
Per his wishes, his services will be private, and he will be laid to rest in the Hillside Cemetery in Champion, NY. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 5:00...
Robert A. Hunkins
Jul 10, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of Robert A. Hunkins, 88, of Eagle Bay and Cooperstown, New York, who was formerly of Carthage, NY. He passed peacefully on July 10, 2025, with his loving wife and family by his side.
Born on October 10, 1936, in New Bremen, NY, Bob was the son of Russell and Frances (LaChausse) Hunkins. He...
Muriel "Peg" Irene Arndt
Jul 1, 2025
Lowville - Muriel "Peg" Irene Arndt, 91, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, while at home surrounded by her family, under the care of Hospice of Lewis County.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in the Lundy Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Canon Samuel P. Lundy officiating. A burial in the...
Stanley Grabowski
Jun 28, 2025
Watertown- Stanley Grabowski, 80, died peacefully on Saturday evening, June 28, 2025 at Hospice of Jefferson County.
Per his wishes, there will be no services.
Stanley was born on December 4, 1944, in Alder Creek to the late Stanley and Annie Grabowski. He worked at several Logging companies in the Boonville area, Clayville Ice Plant, and Beutel Recyclers. He was also employed...
Erlene Sidonia Love
Jun 23, 2025
NATURAL BRIDGE, N.Y.- Erlene Sidonia Love, 72, of 27651 Depot St., died peacefully on Monday, June 23, 2025, at the Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY.
A Graveside Service will be held in the Hillside Cemetery in Natural Bridge on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00 am with the Reverand Wayne Arnold, officiating.
Erlene was born on July 20, 1952, in West...