Thomas J. Bradley

September 9, 2021

Alexandria Bay, NY – Thomas J. Bradley, 77, Cooper Lane, passed away peacefully Thursday night at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Syracuse, surrounded by his loving family.  He had been a patient there since September 1, 2021.  Tom was born on January 20, 1944 in Albany, NY, the son of John T. and Louise Kuon Bradley.  He graduated from Vincentian Institute in Albany and received his Master’s Degree from the Albany College of Pharmacy in 1969.  Tom married Barbara J. Bouchey on December 4, 1965 at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Ogdensburg, NY.  

He first worked as a pharmacist for Kinney Drugs in Gouverneur, NY.  A few short years later, he was hired by E.J. Noble Hospital to set up pharmacies for all their local hospitals.  In 1972, he joined the staff at the Corner Pharmacy in Alexandria Bay and a year later, he purchased the business.  In 1978, he relocated the Corner Pharmacy from one corner of Church & James to the other.  He owned and operated the Corner Pharmacy until 1989 when he sold the business to Fay’s Drugs.  Also, in 1989, Albany College of Pharmacy recognized him as Outstanding Alumni of the Year.  Tom continued working as a pharmacist for Fay’s and later Kinney Drugs and the Cape Vincent Correctional Center from where he retired.  Always the business man, Tom purchased O’Briens Boat Works and later converted the former pharmacy building into the Korner Pizzeria.  

Community involvement was very important to Tom.  He was a member of the Alexandria Central School Board of Education until he ran for and was elected as the Town of Alexandria Supervisor, a position that he held for eight years.  He also was a member of the Redwood National Bank Board of Directors.  Tom was a committed Rotarian for many years, receiving the Paul Harris Fellow recognition in 2005.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Barbara, his daughters, Mary-Ellen (John) Hynes, Alexandria Bay, NY, and Lynne Bradley, Alexandria Bay; his sons, T.J. (Kimberley) Bradley, Alexandria Bay, and Michael (Lorelee) Bradley, Cicero, NY; his grandchildren, Bryant, Lindsey, Emily, Colin, Brayton, Nick, and Madison; his sister, Kathleen (James) Pautler, Albany, NY; and his brothers, Fr. John Bradley, Albany, NY, and Joseph Bradley, Albany, NY.  Tom is predeceased by his brother, Robert Bradley, and his parents, John and Louise.

Tom loved spending his free time on “The River”.  One of his biggest accomplishments was restoring his cherished wooden boat, “The Star”.  He truly enjoyed the moments when he could sneak away and be on the River heading to camp.  He was an avid collector of wooden decoys and trains.  His children and grandchildren were his pride and joy.  In his retirement years, he cherished any and all moments that he could spend with them and his beloved wife, Barbara.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, September 16th, from 2-4 and 7-9 at Costello Funeral Home.  A funeral mass will be held on Friday, September 17th, at 11:00 am at St. Cyril’s Catholic Church in Alexandria Bay with Father Douglas Comstock and Father John Bradley officiating. The family is requesting that masks be worn.  Burial will follow at St. Cyril’s Cemetery, Alexandria Bay.

In lieu of flowers, the family would request donations to be made to the Alexandria Bay Rotary Club Scholarship Program, PO Box 186, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 .

Kenneth G. McDonald

ALEXANDRIA BAY, NY

Kenneth George McDonald, 91, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2021 at his Reynolds Road home surrounded by loved ones. He had been in failing health and was under the care of Hospice and his loving family and caregivers.

Ken was born May 19, 1930 in Albany NY to Kenneth Thomas and Mildred (Peg) Deugaw McDonald. He spent his childhood in Parish and the Potsdam/Canton area. He graduated in 1949 from Norwood High School and went to work for the Parish Oil Company where he met the love of his life, Helen, the manager’s daughter. She was the daughter of Karl M. and Helen Finney Bunce. They were united in marriage on August 22, 1953 at Emmanuel Congregational Church in Watertown NY.

Ken enlisted in the Navy in 1951 and proudly served aboard the Sierra AD-18 during the Korean conflict. He was discharged as a Machinist Repairman 2nd class in 1954. Using the GI bill he obtained his B.S. in Industrial Arts and Mechanical Drawing from Oswego State University. Upon his graduation in 1957 he began his teaching career at Alexandria Central School retiring in 1985. He was also a permanent part-time Immigration Inspector (after school and summers) at the Thousand Islands Bridge and Heart Island from 1962 to 1990.

He was always willing to lend a hand in a variety of school and community projects. Ken was a member of F. A. & M Masonic Lodge 297, American Legion Post 904 and the Veterans Association USS Sierra AD-18. He was active in the Boys Scouts serving on the committee for 26 years and an active volunteer with Amy with Special Olympics .

Ken was an avid deer hunter and was happiest in the woods or when building something especially with his boys. He and Helen enjoyed camping with their family and traveling in their motorhome after retirement. Dad was always ready with a joke, story or practical joke and some of them were really good at least the first time.

He is survived by his daughter Beth (David Beyel) and her daughter Sarah Liuwen in North Syracuse, son Steven (Nancy) and sons Joshua (Jen) and Kyle (Brita) in Florida and son Michael (Leslie) and sons P.J. and Jon (Rachel) in Baldwinsville and Stan’s sons Benjamin (Mariah) and Gregory (Brianne) as well as six great-grandchildren. Ken is also survived by his sister Joyce Ulrich and sisters- in-law Carole Dingman and Vicki Deal and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Helen, son Stanley and daughter Amy as well as his parents and sister Shirley Harris and four brothers-in-law.

The family would like to thank his long term caregivers Pam, Maria, Hanna, Melinda and others who allowed both he and Helen to remain comfortably at home. We are also thankful for his many friends and former students who came to visit especially Bud Thomas.

Burial will be in Union Cemetery in Adams Center, NY at the family’s convenience. Donations can be made to the Alexandria Bay Fire Department or a charity of your choice. At Ken’s request there will be a Celebration of Life at the Alexandria Bay Fire Hall on September 11, 2021 from1:00 to 4:00. Masks are appreciated. Please join us with a story or a joke.

Gerald H. “Tony” Robbins

August 24, 2021

Gerald H. “Tony” Robbins of State Route 26, Plessis, passed away at Samaritan Medical Center Tuesday morning. 

Tony was born on February 5, 1940, in the town of Clayton, to Lewis “Cy” and Ruby Fitchette Robbins.  He graduated from LaFargeville Central School and became a Heavy Equipment Operator for Adorn & Booth for many years and later for Barrett Paving.

He married Audrey Shultz on April 21, 1961 in Plessis, NY.  Mrs. Robbins passed away November 23, 2018.

Tony enjoyed golfing, softball, NASCAR races, and was an avid NY Giants fan.

He is survived by his sons, Russell “Rusty” (Tina) Shultz, Theresa, NY; Todd (Mary Cook) Robbins, Theresa, NY; Bret (Sherry) Robbins, LaFargeville, NY, Edward “Zeb” (Dawn) Robbins, LaFargeville, NY, and T.J. (Julie) Robbins, Cape Vincent; his daughters, Colleen (Renae) Robbins, Wellesley Island, NY; and Carmon (Jim Buley) Robbins, Plessis, NY; brothers, James (Diane) Robbins LaFargeville, NY; and John (Vivian) Robbins, LaFargeville, NY; sister Caroline Robbins, Lafargeville, NY, 11 grandchildren and  nine great-grandchildren.  Besides his wife, Audrey, he is predeceased by his brother Larry Robbins.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 1st at 5:00 pm at Brookside Cemetery in Plessis with Rev. Jeff McIlrath officiating.

Memorial donations may be made in Tony’s name to the American Diabetes Association, www.diabetes.org, or American Diabetes

J. Frederick “Fred” Kocher

Alexandria Bay, NY

J. Frederick “Fred” Kocher, 97, of Seaway Avenue, Alexandria Bay passed away Tuesday, August 17 at River Hospital in Alexandria Bay, NY.

Fred was born in Endicott on March 15, 1924, the youngest son of Clyde and Freda (Ide) Kocher.

He graduated from Union Endicott in 1942 and attended Ithaca College for Music until he left to serve in the Navy during World War II. He married Arlene Hood on June 7th, 1947 in Endicott, NY. He returned to Ithaca College and graduated with a degree in physical education.

Fred worked at IBM Endicott in many different positions before retiring in 1983 and moving permanently to their summer home on the St. Lawrence River.p lol

Fred served as the president of the Alexandria Bay Senior Citizens Club as well as the Alexandria Bay Senior Travel Club. He played golf on the Alexandria Bay Twilight Men’s Golf League for several years. He also enjoyed boating, ship watching and anything to do with the river.

He is survived by sons Gary, Alexandria Bay, NY, Barry, Watertown, NY, daughters Lynn Cucci, Vestal, NY, and Donna (Gary) Gressler, Watertown, NY; grandchildren Jason (Lauren) Cucci, Appalachin, NY, Justin (companion Angela), Binghamton, NY, Christopher (Kimmy) Cucci, Hollywood, CA, Amber (Jeff) Adams, Corning, NY, Zachary (Asia) Gressler, Walton, NY, and Wyatt Gressler, Rome, NY. Great grandchildren Ben and Evan Cucci, Lucas, Samantha and Owen Adams, and Tatum Gressler.

He is predeceased by his wife of 70 years Arlene, brothers Quentin and Lester Kocher, son Ronald, daughter-in-law Dianne Kocher, son-in-law William Cucci and great grandson Nathan Cucci.

Calling hours will be at the Costello Funeral Home from 6:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday, August 26th. Entombment will take place Friday, August 27th at 2:00pm in Vestal Hills Memorial Park, Vestal, NY, with visitation prior from 12:30-2:00pm.

Evelyn B. Bedford

August 4, 2021

Alexandria Bay, NY – Evelyn B. Bedford, 91 formerly of High Street, passed away early Wednesday morning at St. Joseph’s Home in Ogdensburg, where she had been a resident since September of 2017.

She was born on February 9, 1930 in Minisink, NY, daughter of Floyd and Dorothy Mae Brundage Gould. She was educated in Middletown, NY schools. She married Harrison “Hairdy” Bedford on April 17, 1949 in Slate Hill, NY. For most of their married life, the couple resided in Ogdensburg, NJ. Mr. Bedford passed away June 24, 1995.

Evelyn worked as a seamstress for many years for Morley’s Custom Shirt Factory, in Franklin, NJ, retiring in 1990.

She enjoyed word search books, watching NASCAR and was a NY Yankees fan.

She is survived by her daughter and son in law Loraine and Russell Schroh, with whom she resided during her time in Alexandria Bay, and a grandson, Michael Klein, Melbourne, FL.

She was predeceased by two sisters, Ina Hayes and Mary Eason.

A graveside service will be held at a later date at Mount Hope Cemetery, Otisville, NY.

Memorial donations may be made in Evelyn’s name to St. Joseph’s Home, 950 Linden St, Ogdensburg, NY 13669

Daniel R. Goodwin

Daniel R. Goodwin, 77, passed away on July 7, 2021.

Born July 7, 1944 in Swampscott, MA, Dan is the son of Carl and Anne Goodwin.  He graduated from Swampscott High School in 1963 and then earned a BA in Economics from UMass Amherst.

In 1967, he married Katharine (Kitt) Wells in Rochester, NY.  The couple later had two children, Deidre and Rob. 

In 1968, Dan entered the US Army, graduated Artillery Officer Candidate School, and was assigned to the Defense Language Institute and, later, to SASCOM Europe.  In 1972, as part of the initial drawdown of troops during the Vietnam War, he was honorably discharged as a captain.

Dan then began his career in financial planning at Lincoln Rochester Trust Company (later Chase) in trust and estate planning. Then, in 1990, Dan co-founded Goodwin, Bartlett, Greaves-Tunnell, which later became Cobblestone Capital Advisors (Rochester, NY).  His colleagues note he was known for out-of-the-box thinking.  Dan also earned both his CFA and CFP designations.  In 2003, Dan formed Cobblestone Capital Advisors of Florida, and he and Kitt split their time between Tampa, Rochester, and their summer cottage in the Thousand Islands.

Dan served on several boards of directors and advisory boards, including Canandaigua National Trust of Florida, Rochester Hospital Foundation, Rochester Children’s Nursery, Rochester Children’s Nursery Foundation, the Al Sigl Center, and Rochester Area Community Foundation.

He is survived by his wife, Kitt, their children, and grandchildren:  in Tampa, FL, daughter, Deidre Carovano, her children (Zoe and Nate Carovano), and their father (Bill Carovano), and, in Victor, NY, son, Rob Goodwin, his wife (Dace Goodwin), and their children (Ansis Robs and Lizzie Goodwin).

A burial with military honors will be held at Riverside Cemetery at 11am on Saturday, July 24, followed by a Celebration of Life reception at the Thousand Island Club.  Both are on Wellesley Island, NY.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Dan’s name to the Wellesley Island Volunteer Fire Department, TIERS (Clayton, NY), The Antique Boat Museum (Clayton), Rochester Childfirst Network, or Al Sigl Center (Rochester, NY).

Terrance W. Running

Sackets Harbor, NY – Terrance W. “Terry” Running, 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday July 2, in Rome, NY.
He was born January 21, 1941 in Alexandria Bay, NY, son of Merrill “Web” and Florence (Fitzsimmons) Running. He graduated from Redwood High School. He married Charlotte Lambert on August 10, 1963 at St. Francis Xavier Church, in Redwood. They were High School sweethearts, who built long lasting, loving relationships based on mutual support, and a deep love for each other.
Terry was with Procter & Gamble for 30 years, retiring in 1998 as account manager for the Northeast Multi-Sector Team. As a young man, he was co-owner of the Woodruff Barber and Beauty Shop, in Watertown.
Terry was an inspiration to all who knew him. He proudly served his country in the Army National Guard, was an active member of the Sackets/Dexter Masonic Lodge, Sackets Harbor American Legion, life member of the Watertown Elks Club, belonged to the Star Grange, Bedford Creek Golf Club, and the Precious Blood Auxiliary. He was a communicant of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Brownville, NY. He was a person of faith and lived life serving others.
Besides his wife, Charlotte, he is survived by two daughters, Deborah (Thomas) McGloine, Schuylerville, NY and Nancy (Timothy) Ruetten, Dexter, NY, a brother Sean (Kathy) Running, LaFargeville, NY, two sisters, Catherine (Richard) Edgar, Redwood, Jane Hunter, Alexandria Bay, and four grandchildren, Allyson, Patrick, Mary, and Jonathan. Terry’s family and friends were the pride and joy of his life. The legacy of Terry’s kind spirit, passion for golf, love of the water, artistic talent, and zest for life will live on through them.
He was predeceased by his parents and a sister, Christine Chaltain.
A calling hour will be Saturday, July 10th from 10-11 am at St. Cyril’s Church in Alexandria Bay. The funeral mass will begin at 11 am. Burial will be immediately following at Redwood Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held at a later date and time.
In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Terry’s name to Sackets Harbor Fire Company, SPCA, or to a charity of your choosing.

Kenneth D. DeLucia

Alexandria Bay, NY

Kenneth DeLucia, 76, of Margaret Ave, Alexandria Bay passed away early Saturday morning at Hospice of Jefferson County, in Watertown.

Kenny was born January 17, 1945 in Syracuse, NY, son of Alexander and Angelina Lauri DeLucia.  He graduated from Syracuse schools and served in the US Army from 1962-1965. He worked for a number of years as a Foreman for Congel-Reuter in Syracuse.  He then served for nine years as the Alexandria Bay Village Superintendent and then for O’Brien & Gere Operations as the Plant Manager, retiring in 1992.

Ken married Jill Eggleton in Watertown on October 12, 1974.

He was a member of the American Power Boating Association, and the Alexandria Bay American Legion Post 904 and enjoyed boat and car racing and wood-working.

Ken is survived by his wife, Jill, Liz Burtch, Webster, NY, Lainey (Dave) Scott, Ottawa, ON, Ellen (Tim) Connors, Highland Falls, NY; and Bob (Sarah) Burtch, North Syracuse, NY; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Michael DeLucia, David Delucia, Chester DeLucia, and a sister, Lorraine Blackwell, all of Phoenix, AZ. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Alexander and Ronald, and sister Virginia Capasso; and grandson Jesse.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, July 6th from 1-3 pm at Costello Funeral Home with a funeral service immediately following. Burial will follow with military honors at Barnes Settlement Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice of Jefferson County, 1398 Gotham St., Watertown, NY would be appreciated.

Rosalyn M. “Rosie” Robbins

Cape Vincent, NY — June 24, 2021

Rosalyn M. “Rosie” Robbins, 84, of Kanady Street passed away early Thursday morning at Samaritan Medical Center.

Rosie was born on October 10, 1936 in Watertown, NY, the daughter of Loretta Bush.  She graduated from Watertown High School.

Rosie married Jack E. Robbins on August 20, 1960.  Together, they owned and operated the Robbins Grandjean Insurance Agency until Jack’s death in 1996.  Rosie continued running the business and retired in 2012, providing service to the local communities for over 40 years.

Rosie was well-known and loved by all who were lucky enough to come into contact with her.  She would always greet with a smile.  Her favorite pastimes were traveling, gambling, and spending time with her family, friends, and her beloved dog, Mandy.

She was an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 832, the Cape Vincent Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, and the St. Vincent of Paul’s Catholic Church.

Rosie is survived by her son Paul and his wife Shayne Robbins, Cape Vincent; daughter Mary Lynn and her husband Brian Leech, Cape Vincent; her grandchildren, Cameron ( Courtney) Robbins, Manassas, VA; Alleigh (Todd ) Thompson, Mannsville, NY; Courtney Dillon, and her daughter (great-granddaughter), Haisley Dillon, Cape Vincent;  Floyd Gould IV, Cape Vincent; Jeff (Kelly) Leech, and their sons (great-grandsons) Jacob and Jase Leech,  Cape Vincent; and many nieces and nephews.  She is predeceased by her husband, Jack; brothers, Paul , Robert, and Joseph “Sonny” Bush; sister Carol Bush Dalton; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Marilyn and Ben Augliano; and grandson-in-law Sean Dillon.

A funeral mass will be held on Monday, June 28th at 11:00 am St. Vincent of Paul Catholic Church with Father Ray Diesbourg officiating.  The burial will follow at the St. Vincent of Paul Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Rosie’s name to the Cape Vincent Ambulance Squad, PO Box 835, Cape Vincent, NY 13618.

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Zada J. Moot

May 5, 2021

Fineview, Wellesley Island, NY

Zada J. Moot, 62, of County Rte 191, passed away Wednesday at Carthage Center Nursing Facility.

Zada was born on October 26, 1958 in Rome, NY, the daughter of Theodore and Sarah Alder Rebe.  She graduated from Adirondack Centeral High School. She was an Enrolled Agent and Partner in Monaghan & Moot in New Hartford, NY, and also worked for the Rome Teacher’s Federal Credit Union in Rome, NY, retiring in 2006.

A previous marriage to Kenneth Furman ended in Divorce.

Zada married Peter V. Moot, Jr. in Wilson, NY on August 13, 1983.

Zada loved boating, gardening, and spending time with friends and family on the St. Lawrence River.

She is survived by her mother Sarah Rebe, Boonville, NY, her husband, Peter, Fineview; her son, Peter V. Moot III and his wife, Sabrina, and their son Peter, of Clinton, NY; two daughters, Stacy D’Aquisto, and her daughters Zada and Abby, of Coldbrook, NY and Melissa and her husband Kevin Bronk, and their children Sarah, Ricky and Robert, of Stittville, NY; her sister Otilla (Norm) Fey, West Lyden, NY; brothers, Theodore Jr. (Shirley) Rebe, PA, and Paul (Karen) Rebe, Lee Center, NY; and one great-granddaughter, Jane; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Monday, May 10th from 3-6pm at Trainor Funeral Home in Boonville. Additionally, calling hours will be held at Costello Funeral Home in Alexandria Bay on Tuesday, May 11, from noon until 2 pm.  A memorial service, with Reverend Lisa Busby, will be held at 2 pm at the funeral home with burial following at Riverside Cemetery on Wellesley Island.

Memorial donations may be made in Zada’s name to the Alzheimers Association at alz.org.

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