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01/08/2026

Inez P. “Paul” Lucero, 74, of Edmeston, passed away peacefully in Cooperstown, NY surrounded by his loving family.

Paul was born in Denver, CO on October 6, 1951, the son of the late Gilbert J and Dolores (Florez) Lucero.

He is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth “Betty” Lucero of Edmeston, his son Miguel (Stacey) Lucero of Marshall, MI, his daughter Alicia (Shea) Wilkerson of Pascagoula, MS, his brothers Danny (Delores) Lucero of Las Vegas, NV and David Lucero of Denver, CO, his sisters Tina (Deborah) Torres of Las Vegas, NV and Mona Lucero of Denver, CO, his grandchildren Kathleen Wilkerson, Samantha Wilkerson, Camryn Lucero and Caiden Lucero. Also surviving are his in-laws Eileen (Al) Truax, Albert Talbot, Mary Talbot, Dave (Joan) Talbot and Sylvia (Bill) Sweet along with many nieces and nephews.

Paul was born and raised in Denver, CO. He was a Vietnam Era US Army Veteran serving from 1971-1973. He married Elizabeth “Betty” Talbot on November 22, 1974, and in 1990 the family moved to Edmeston. He was employed with NYCM Insurance in Edmeston from 1990 until his retirement in 2016.

Paul was a die-hard Denver Broncos fan, enjoyed reading, playing cards, and coached soccer while living in Denver.

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Edmeston Union Cemetery in the spring.

Donations may be made to the Edmeston Fire Department 27-29 East St. Edmeston, NY 13335 or the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org/donate.

Arrangements are with Delker and Terry Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

01/07/2026

Cristino “Cappy” “Papa” Falcon, 81, of St. Marys, Georgia, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026, in Cooperstown, New York, surrounded by his loving family.

Cappy was born in Puerto Rico, the son of the late Mateo and Maximina (Robles) Falcon. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by nine siblings.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Jeanette (Lopez) Falcon of St. Marys, GA; his daughters, Michelle Falcon-Rodriguez of Summit, NY, and Rachel Falcon-Smart of Montgomery, NY; his sons-in-law, Gilbert Rodriguez and Michael Smart; and his cherished grandchildren, Tyler Quinn-Rodriguez and Victoria Lauren Smart. He is also survived by his sisters, Duvi Asencio, Mary Santini, and Lily Sorcelli, all of Florida, along with many nieces and nephews.

Raised in Puerto Rico, Cappy moved to New York at the age of 14. He attended and graduated from a trade school and worked for Lestor Corporation as a printer for several years—this is where he met the love of his life, Jeanette, whom he admired and adored immensely. He later established his own business, Falcon Window Cleaning Company, in New York City. After many years as a business owner, he transitioned into the security industry, serving as a Fire Safety Director. He concluded his career in building management in Manhattan, where he was recognized as a hero for saving a life when a cab crashed into a building.

Cappy was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Family was always his top priority, and he is fondly remembered for teaching his children and grandchildren how to ride a bike, how to fish, and—most importantly—how to love and care for one another. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing, crabbing, sh*****ng, and birdwatching. He also loved boating, watching old western movies, horse racing, boxing, and was a devoted fan of the New York Yankees.

A compassionate and kind man, Cappy was deeply loved by many friends and was known as a caring friend and neighbor.

Calling hours will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Friday, January 9, at Delker and Terry Funeral Home, 30 South Street, Edmeston, NY. A prayer service will immediately follow at 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

01/04/2026

Delanore S “Del” Meyers, 76, of Burlington Flats, passed away peacefully at home on January 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Del was born on May 24, 1949 in New Berlin, NY the son of the late Edward and Anna (Nahlik) Meyers. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother Daren Meyers in March of 2022.

He is survived by his beloved wife Sharon (Carey) Meyers of Burlington Flats, his sons Andrew Meyers of Burlington Flats, Jeremy (Lara) Meyers of Oneonta, Patrick (Nora) Meyers of Brooklyn, grandchildren Zoey (Scott Hunter) Meyers, Jeremy Meyers Jr, Cora Meyers, and Mikaela Meyers, his great-grand daughter, Maeve Hunter, his sisters Donna Crawford of Texas and Dolores (Larry) Janssen of Florida, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Raised in New Berlin, Del enlisted in the United States Navy in 1969 and proudly served his country aboard the USS Neosho. After completing his military service, he returned home and worked in car sales and monument sales before beginning a long and dedicated career as a boiler mechanic with Kraft Foods. In 1989, he joined Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown, initially working as a boiler technician, then transitioning to the sign shop before rising into his role in the Mechanical Engineering Department. He retired from Bassett in 2018 after many years of committed service.

While Del had many interests, none were more important to him than his wife, children, and grandchildren. He was a devoted family man who rarely missed a school event for his boys and treasured family adventures. Together, the family traveled the entire East Coast—from New York to Key West, Florida—and made countless memories along the way.

Known for his ability to fix just about anything, Del was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, ice fishing, camping, trapping, shooting muzzleloaders, and cutting firewood. He was also a skilled woodworker, painter, wood carver, gardener, and coin collector. His curiosity led him to prospect for gold, search for hidden treasures with his metal detector, and become highly knowledgeable in pre-1840 camping and historical living.

Del will be remembered for his dedication to family, his strong work ethic, his creativity, and his deep appreciation for the outdoors. He leaves behind a legacy of love, craftsmanship, and unforgettable memories that will be cherished by all who knew him.

A celebration of Del’s life will be at 2:00PM on Wednesday January 7, 2026 at Delker and Terry Funeral Home 30 South Street Edmeston, NY 13335.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bassett Cancer Institute at www.give.bassett.org in memory of Del.

12/24/2025

From our family to yours...........

12/17/2025

Conrad R. Boglioli, 74, of Maryland, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in Oneonta, NY.

Conrad was born on February 7, 1951 in Pearl River, NY the son of the late Constantino and Ray (Hausmann) Boglioli. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters Irma Cortese and Betty Lou Daley.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years Carol Boglioli of Maryland, a daughter Kara R (Timothy) Boglioli of Unadilla, sons Ted (Brenda) Knapp of NC and Michael (Tosha) Knapp of CO, a brother Louis Boglioli of FL, grandchildren Talon and Rylie Knapp, Dixie and Curtis Boglioli, Jason and Josh Dimpfl and great grandchild Maddie Dimpfl. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

Conrad was raised in Pearl River, NY, and moved to Unadilla in 1975. He was employed with Medical Coaches in Oneonta, and following that, the Town of Maryland. Most recently, he worked with Meals on Wheels until his retirement.

Conrad enjoyed camping, fishing, and watching TV. He and Carol also took cruises and could often be found visiting Turning Stone casino. His favorite holiday was Christmas, for which he loved decorating for, and dressing the part of Santa.

Conrads family would like to thank the staff of the A.O Fox Nursing Home Unit 3, particularly Enrica, Dave, Julie, Angelica, Angelina, Sam, Audie, and Alaina.

Calling hours will be Saturday December 20th from 1:00PM to 2:00PM at Delker and Terry Funeral Home 30 South Street Edmeston. A funeral service will immediately follow calling hours at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the A.O. Fox Nursing Home Resident Activity Fund. If you aren’t able to donate, then please perform an act of kindness in loving memory of Conrad.

11/27/2025

From our family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving.

11/25/2025

Margaret (Peg) Hughes 92 Of Leonardsville NY passed away on Friday November 14, 2025 following a very brief illness.

She was born on March 14, 1933 the daughter of the late Blanche (Dickenson) and George Crossman. She married Gordon C. Hughes on January 24, 1952 at the West Exeter, NY Methodist Church, a union that lasted 63 years until his death on April 5, 2015.

Margaret is survived by their 6 children: Helen (Robert) Lund of Plainfield, NY, Sue (John) Diggs of Texas, Thomas Hughes of Leonardsville, Richard (Belinda) Hughes of Texas, Cora (Scott) Miller of Bridgewater NY, and Martha (Mark) Telle of Alabama. She is also survived by her 11 grandchildren Melissa Lewis, Jason Lund, Michael (Nicole) Dukett, Amanda (Lamont) Sumlin, Aaron Hughes, Starla ( Brian) Bridges, Jeremiah (Barbara) Miller, Joshua (Lindsay) Miller, Rachel (Michael Jr,) Winters, Jacqueline (Nicholas) Cartwright, and Christina (Dean) Dungan. 31 Great grandchildren and 3 Great, Great grandchildren. She is survived by one sister Linda Tophoven and one brother David Crossman. She was predeceased by her sister Shirley Edwards.

She loved occupying her time doing her many crafts, collecting her Hallmark ornaments, and spending time with family. Special thanks to her son Thomas with whom she resided. Her oldest daughter, Helen, who took her into her home in the past to help her recover from previous illnesses. She was very close with her first-born granddaughter Melissa Lewis who would help her with many things including many doctor’s appointments.

We want to thank her for all her help. She also enjoyed spending many Sunday afternoons at her daughter Cora’s house in Bridgewater having a meal and spending special time with her special little BFF her great granddaughter Corabelle Winters (6 years old) with whom she shared a special bond. They loved to read and play with dolls together.

A quick mention of Adrianne, a special and compassionate angel who works as nurse on the 8th floor of the Wynne Hospital.

Funeral arrangements are with Delker and Terry Funeral Home in Edmeston, NY. A private family burial will take place in the spring at The West Edmeston Cemetery where Margaret and Gordon’s Ashes will be laid to rest together.

11/22/2025

Celebrating the life of Lawrence "Larry" Gay with two of his Fords at Second Baptist Church.

11/20/2025

Charles W. “Charlie” Johnson Jr, known by some as “Johnny” 81, of Burlington Flats, was called to be with his Lord and Savior at his home on November 18, 2025.

Charlie was born on February 23, 1944 in Cortland, NY the son of the late Charles W and Dorothy I. (Case) Johnson Sr. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers Bryan Johnson and Thomas Johnson, and sisters Fran Willitts and Sharon Gaudio.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years Joyce Mayne Johnson of Burlington Flats, his son Jonathan (Christina) Johnson of Rochester, his daughters Patricia (Kenneth) Fung of Stoneham, MA, Kathleen Borrelli of Wayland, NY, and Christine (Jim) McConnaughey of New Zealand, his grandchildren Rachel Goodman, Timothy Fung, Mary Fung, Darren Goodman, Amy Fung, Thomas Fung, Walter Fung, Samantha Johnson, Katilyn Johnson, and Anthony Johnson. Also surviving are a sister Karen Crandall of Cortland, and several nieces and nephews.

Born in Cortland, Charlie moved to Burlington Flats in the tenth grade to be with his ailing aunt. One Sunday morning while serving communion at church, he came face to face with the love of his life. He turned red, and dropped the communion tray. From that point on, he and Joyce were high school sweethearts that married on July 3, 1965 at the Burlington Flats Baptist Church.

Charlie graduated from Edmeston School and attended MVCC. It was then that he decided that Dairy Farming was his calling. He worked for a few farms before he and Joyce started God’s Grace Dairy Farm in Burlington Flats. A farm that they operated together for over 40 years. He and Joyce did everything together raising four beautiful children on the farm. He deeply loved his family and was in turn loved by many.

Charlie was faithful to God. A member of the Burlington Flats Baptist Church, Charlie served as a Deacon, prepared communion, and along with Joyce, cared for the gardens and flowers for the sanctuary for many years.

He had passions for gardening, feeding the many birds that visited the feeders daily, collecting coins, metal detecting, and flying his remote-control aircraft.

He especially enjoyed waving to the school bus and always had time to carry on a conversation with friends and neighbors.

Calling hours will be 9:00AM to 11:00AM on Monday November 24th at the Burlington Flats Baptist Church, Arnold Rd Burlington Flats. Funeral services will follow at 11:00am at the church. Interment will follow in Burlington Flats Cemetery.

Donations may be made to the Burlington Flats Baptist Church in loving memory of Charlie.

11/20/2025

Lawrence “Larry” Bruce Gay, 84, of Edmeston, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 in Albany, NY.

Larry was born on July 6, 1941 in Gloversville, NY the son of the late Herbert L. and Norma (Raymond) Gay. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by daughter Beth Michele Gay in 1981, brother Michael Gay, sister Sandee Hackbirth, sister-in-law Ardel (Ron) Redmond, and special grandmother Blanche “Nana” Gay, whom he loved dearly.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years Susan Gay of Edmeston; daughters Melinda (Kevin) Funke of Edmeston and Stacy (Jeffrey) Reno of Caro, MI; grandchildren Benjamin (Emily) Funke, Luke (Keirsten) Funke, Mack Reno, and Noah Reno; great-grandchildren Colton, Derek, and Jensen Funke. He is also survived by sisters Merry (Lee) Moyer of Johnstown; Jeane (George) Allen; brothers Thomas Gay of AK and John (Susanna) Jones of NH, sister-in-law Karen (Kevin) Kister, along with many nieces and nephews.

Larry was a 1961 graduate of Broadalbin Central School, where as a senior, he was asked to the Sadie Hawkins Dance by sophomore, Susan Brooks. From that point on, they were inseparable, and on June 8,1963, Susan Brooks became Susan Gay.

He graduated from Oswego State University in 1964 and began his 33 year teaching career as the Edmeston Central School Jr. High math teacher that same year. He made learning fun by joking with his students, such as the phrase, “Time Will Pass. Will You?” that he often said when he caught students looking at the clock or offering tiny pencils to those who had forgotten a writing utensil. He was a passionate educator who valued learning and cared deeply for the success, both academically and socially, of his many students. Throughout his time at ECS, he and Denny Payne offered special “mini courses” to the students such as canoeing or trips to Albany to visit the Capital. Along with his teaching, he also drove bus routes for the school.

Larry was a proud Eagle Scout, an active Edmeston Rotary member, and an avid outdoorsman. He and Susan loved spending time at their Benson cabin in the Adirondacks where he would greet each morning with Reveille on his bugle before they would canoe, kayak, and hike. He also loved deer hunting, snowmobiling, and motorcycling. He spent many adventurous camping trips with his Uncle Bob where many happy memories were made.

Larry was a wonderful family man and friend. He was always ready with a witty quip or words of wisdom and wouldn’t hold back from telling you exactly what he thought of your ripped jeans or big earrings. He was always conscious of making family activities, such as canoeing, accessible for his daughter Beth so she would have the same experiences as her sisters. The smallest mention of any of Larry’s grandchildren or great-grandchildren would bring the brightest smile to his face.

Faith was the foundation upon which he built a life of love and support. He would spend at least 30 minutes every day with his Bible and Devotionals and was an active member of the Edmeston Second Baptist Church serving as a choir member and trustee for many years. Larry wasn't just a Sunday-church-goer, he embodied the love of Christ in his everyday life.

Calling hours will be from 1PM to 3PM on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the Second Baptist Church - 7 North Street, Edmeston. A funeral service will immediately follow the calling hours at 3PM.

Donations may be made to the Second Baptist Church - 7 North Street, Edmeston, NY 13335 -

11/14/2025

Tom E. Eriksen, 73, of Edmeston, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday November 13, 2025 in Norwich, NY.

Tom was born on November 16, 1951 in Norway, the son of the late Hans and Esther (Paulsen) Eriksen.

He is survived by his wife of 29 years Linda Eriksen of Edmeston, a son Chad (Jennifer) Goodier of Oneida, sisters Ann Marie Scialdone of Utica, Marion (Larry) Goetz of Endicott and Diane Vaughn of Endicott, grandchildren Ayden and Gavin Goodier and Nick and Tyler Kimball along with several nieces and nephews.

Born in Norway, Tom immigrated to New Berlin with his family at the age of 8. Tom graduated from New Berlin Central school, and went on to obtain his Associates Degree at SUNY Canton in Canton, NY. Tom worked with NYCM Insurance in Edmeston, NY as a No Fault Examiner for over 15 years, and following retirement, worked for Pathfinder Village in Edmeston in their transportation department for over 10 years.
He was an avid golfer, and never missed the opportunity to watch a NY Yankee or NY Giant game.

Calling hours will be Thursday November 20th from 12:00PM to 3:00PM at Delker and Terry Funeral Home 30 South Street Edmeston, NY. A Celebration of Tom’s Life will immediately follow the calling hours at the funeral home.

Interment will be in Edmeston Union Cemetery at a later date. A reception will immediately follow the Celebration of Life at the Edmeston Fire Department, East St. Edmeston.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Edmeston Fire Department in Tom’s memory.

11/13/2025

Jesse R. Perry Sr of Mt. Vision, NY found peace on October 28, 2025 at The Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown, NY.

Jesse was born in West Winfield, NY on April 25, 1951 to Floyd S. Perry and Cora L. Carr-Perry. He is predeceased by his parents, five brothers; Floyd Jr, Claude, Robert, Clyde and Richard Perry and two Sisters; Marjorie VanDyke and Jean Edick.

He is survived by two sisters: Shirly Pederson and Patricia Catlin, six children; Jesse R. Perry Jr, Melissa L. Perry, Adina M. Perry, Gregory C. Perry, Lisa M. Perry and Justin R. Perry, seven grandchildren, and two great grand children. He is also survived by his long-term companion Pamela Faulkner and his beloved pets.

Jesse was a complicated man. He was loved by many and will be sorely missed by those he held close and by those that knew him well.

Memorial service to be planned for a later date.

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