Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Plattsburgh, NY
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Plattsburgh, NY area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
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Noel "Smitty" C. Smith
Aug 4, 2026
Noel "Smitty" C. Smith, 78, of Plattsburgh, NY passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. He was born on August 17th, 1947, the son of Ernest A. Smith and Lea F. (Davis) Smith.
Smitty served as a Major in the US Air Force, retiring in 1990.
He is survived by his daughter, Melanie White and her husband, Barry White; sister, Nancy...
Wendy M Sampsell
Aug 3, 2026
In Loving Memory of Wendy Michelle Sampsell Wendy Michelle Sampsell, 61, of Plattsburgh, New York, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, surrounded by family and friends at UVM Hospital. Wendy had a heart big enough for everyone. She had a gift for making people smile, loved spending time with friends, and could always be found dancing whenever she had...
Yvonne Newton Quinn
Aug 1, 2026
Yvonne N. Quinn, 79, of Saranac, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the UVHN: CVPH Medical Center. She was born on October 20th, 1946, the daughter of Harold Newton and Hilda (Whittinghaeur) Newton. She is survived by her children, Robert Quinn and his wife Christine, Daniel Quinn, William Quinn Jr and his wife Allie; grandchildren, Robert Jr., Sean,...
Corey David Wallace
Aug 1, 2026
Corey David Wallace, 55, of Cadyville, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at the UVM Health Network-CVPH. He was born on November 19th, 1970 , the son of Kenneth Wallace and Carol Wallace. He was a loyal New York Giants and New York Yankee fan and enjoyed Nascar racing, WWE wrestling, playing board games, Corn hole, darts, music, singing...
Irene A. Mehling
Aug 1, 2026
Irene A. Mehling, age 90, a loving mother, grandmother, godmother, and friend, passed away in Plattsburgh, NY on August 1, 2026, with family by her side. Irene was a remarkable woman and was equally dedicated to her family, career as a nurse, and Catholic faith.
Irene was born in Queens, NY, on October 16, 1935, the daughter of the late William...
The Honorable John L. Bell
2026
John L. Bell, age 93, an attorney and retired judge of the New York Court of Claims, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026. He was born on October 25, 1932 in Altoona, Pennsylvania, the son of George F. Bell and Lillian M. Bell.
Known to his family and friends as Jack, he is survived by his wife, Donna G. Bell,...
Albert J Simard Jr.
Jul 28, 2026
Albert J. Simard Albert J. Simard, “Al”, born on June 3, 1942, in Burlington, Vermont, passed away leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories, laughter, and love. Albert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose kindness, humor, and unwavering support touched everyone fortunate enough to know him. Albert is survived by his daughter, Dr. Denise Simard, her...
James W LaDue
Jul 28, 2026
James W. LaDue, a beloved father, grandfather, and community member, passed away peacefully at the age of 77 on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, with his loving family by his side. Born in Beekmantown, NY, on July 17, 1949, James was a resident of West Chazy, NY, where he lived a life rich with love, laughter, and dedication. James served his...
Gillis Loy Green
Jul 26, 2026
Gillis Loy Green, 87, of Plattsburgh, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at Pine Harbour. He was born May 22nd, 1939, the son of Edward George Green and Florence (LaVenture) Green.
"Loy" and his twin sister "Joy" were born in Plattsburgh and attended Plattsburgh High School. After high school, he moved to Denver, Colorado for a short time before enlisting...
Heather A. Spooner
Jul 25, 2026
In Loving Memory of Heather "Headdie" Spooner It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Heather "Headdie" Spooner, who passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by the love of her family. Heather was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy in life was caring for and spoiling the children she loved. Whether it...
Raymond G. Newell
Jul 23, 2026
Former Town of Schuyler Falls Supervisor Passes Away Raymond G. (Ray) Newell of Rabideau Street, Cadyville, New York and Lakeland, Florida, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2026, at CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh, NY. Ray was born in Plattsburgh on December 31, 1935, the son of Henry C. and Emma (Guyette) Newell. After completing high school, he entered the...
Mary Ann Mitchell
Jul 22, 2026
Mary Ann Mitchell passed away on July 22nd 2026, at her home in Plattsburgh NY, with her loving family by her side. Mary was born in Plattsburgh NY, on August 17th 1941, to parents Theodore and Luvella Supernaw. Mary was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She worked as a nurses aide at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital for forty years....
Gary L. Cambridge
Jul 20, 2026
Gary Lawrence Cambridge, 69, of Plattsburgh, NY, passed away peacefully at his home on July 20, 2026. Gary was born to Richard and Fay (Goolden) Cambridge on November 20, 1956. Gary attended the Potsdam School District, where he obtained a Certificate in Auto Body Collision. During his school years, he played defense on local hockey teams and enjoyed the camaraderie...
Darry Norcross
Jul 20, 2026
Darry Norcross, age 83, of Cadyville, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026 at the Meadowbrook Healthcare surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Plattsburgh, NY, the son of Ralph and Verda (Smart) Norcross.
He grew up in Cadyville, NY and graduated from Saranac Central School District and Plattsburgh SUC.
He married the love of his life, Beverly Bouyea August...
Cynthia J. Garrow
Jul 19, 2026
Cynthia J. Garrow, 79, of Queensbury, NY, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026 in Glens Falls, NY. She was born in Plattsburgh on July 8, 1947, the daughter of Gordon and Helen Garrow. Cindy was a teacher at Queensbury Elementary School. She was predeceased by her parents. Cindy is survived by her sister Susan Dandrow of Plattsburgh and two...
Anthony Rivers
Jul 19, 2026
Anthony Jay Rivers, affectionately known as "Tony" or "Big Jed," passed away on July 19, 2026, in West Chazy, New York, at the age of 69. Born on May 7, 1957, in Plattsburgh, New York, Anthony lived a life filled with charisma, intelligence, and devotion to his family and passions.
Anthony was the beloved husband of Donna M. Rivers and a...
James W. Jenkins
Jul 16, 2026
James Winfield Jenkins, 66, of Plattsburgh, NY died at home after a long illness. Born on November 1, 1959 in Plattsburgh. He was the son of Robert Maxwell Jenkins and Elizabeth Jeane Haley Jenkins. James (Jim) attended St. John's Academy and graduated from Plattsburgh High School. He earned a Bachelors and Masters degree from SUNY Plattsburgh. He moved to Denver,...
Cynthia Drollette
Jul 9, 2026
Cynthia (Cindy) Drollette, 68 of Cadyville NY passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026 after a long hard fought battle with MS. She was the youngest daughter of Lionel and Frances (Fisher) Dubrey. Cindy was very talented and enjoyed crafting, whether it was woodwork or jewelry. In her healthier days, she attended many craft fairs and sold much of her creations...
Esther I. Parrish
Jul 9, 2026
Esther I. Parrish, 95, of Shingle Street Morrisonville, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at the UVHN:CVPH Medical Center Skilled Nursing Facility. She was born on April 5th, 1931, the daughter of Clifford Doty and Ella (Clukey) Doty. She is survived by her daughter, Sonja Forkey and husband Monty; grandchildren, Matheau James Morgan, Joshua Paul Morgan and his wife...
Vergilus R. LaPier
Jul 5, 2026
Vergilus R. LaPier, 93, of Altona, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at the Meadowbrook Healthcare. She was born on August 29th, 1932, the daughter of Lyman Rabideau and Edna (Bulriss) Rabideau.
She is survived by her children, Christine Markmiller and her husband Carl, Diane Deso, Susan Todd and her husband Harry, Bruce LaPier, Cheryl Turner, Penny Heimann and her...
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