All Obituaries

Sharon Ann Monroe, 80, passed away on May 15, 2026 following a period of declining health.  A lifelong area resident, Sharon was born April 19, 1946, a daughter of the late Rayfield and Zona Hubbard Merihew. She was the former owner of Dirt Cheap Services in Cortland for several years and had previously worked at Wilson Sporting Goods, Rotelcom and SUNY Cortland.   Sharon loved spending time with her children and grandchildren; crocheting blankets, crafting, playing bingo ...

Edward Gates Mehrhof, M.D. of Homer, NY, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026. He was a cherished husband, father, step-father, step-grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and a healer whose presence will be deeply missed. On November 27, 1932 Ned, as he has always been called by his family, was born to Floyd Edward Mehrhof and Thalia Burissa Gates Mehrhof in New Brunswick, NJ. He joined a 2-year-old sister, Carolyn, and the Gates Grandparents at 217 Third Avenue, Highland Park, NJ, ...

Cathleen Ann Wilson, 66, of Homer, passed away on April 13, 2026, following a courageous battle with ALS.​ Cathy was born August 2, 1959 in Kingston, the fourth of five children born to the late Robert and Virginia Tuthill Donovan.  ​She retired after 14 years at the New York State D.O.T in Cortland and was the office secretary at St. Margaret’s Church in Homer for eleven years.  Cathy was a longtime and faithful communicant of St. Margaret’s Church; where she ...

Colleen S. Redenback passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.​ Colleen was predeceased by her parents, Duane and Marian Stevens. ​She is survived by her devoted husband of nearly 37 years, Mike, and her four daughters; Emily, Jennifer (Roy Olcott), Elizabeth (Dylan Bush), and Sarah. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Tim (Kit) Stevens, Maureen Reidl, Michelle (Andy) Stevens, Michael (Adriana), and Dan (Naomi) Stevens. She was ...

Robert L. "Bob" Churchill, 90, passed away on March 6, 2026, in Florida. He spent his final years enjoying the Florida warmth and the company of his family. Born on November 21, 1935, Bob led a life defined by service and a genuine love for his community. He served his country in the United States Army and later dedicated his career to law enforcement, serving with distinction as a Sheriff. His commitment to helping others was the hallmark of his professional life. Outside of his ...

Chuck Yaekel, 75, of Homer NY, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026 surrounded by family in the comfort of home. Born on March 24, 1950 in Albany, to Charles and Patricia Yaekel. Chuck grew up in Margaretville, NY, with a passion for the outdoors. After graduating from college, he went on to become an Environmental Conservation Officer for NYSDEC, retiring as Lieutenant. Known for his quick wit, sportsman skills, and stubborn determination, Chuck spent much of his life enjoying the ...

Robert W. Auchmoody, 45, of Lake Como, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Rob was born May 10, 1980 in Dade City, FL; a son of Warren Auchmoody and Cheryl Leet. He was a 20+ year employee at Tallmadge Tire in Cortland, working in many capacities over the years. His customers were loyal to Rob over the years and he made many lasting friendships from his time at Tallmadge. Rob is survived by his wife of 15 years, Kate Griswold Auchmoody; his children, Jade (Robert) ...

Dennis M. Hollenbeck, 80 of Clinton St. Homer passed away while under the care of Hospice and his loving family on Saturday, February 7, 2026. A lifelong area resident, he was born April 21, 1945, a son of the late Howard and Pauline Hamilton Hollenbeck. Dennis enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1964 and served until his honorable discharge in 1967. Denny was employed for 50 years at Ottenschott Construction, primarily as a heavy equipment operator. In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing and ...

Duane Arthur Milton, known to many as Sluggo, and to a lucky few as Dad and Uncle Sluggo, was the kind of man who could walk into a room, raise one eyebrow, make a face, and instantly make everything feel lighter. He left this world on February 5, 2026, in Homer, New York, but not before leaving laughter, lessons, and love absolutely everywhere he went. Duane was married to the love of his life, Carol Milton (McMahon), for 47 years. His family was his greatest ...

Russell D. Barber, 90, of Groton, passed away on January 30, 2026 in the Groton Nursing Facility. He was born November 23, 1935, a son of the late H. Dale and Beatrice Powers Barber. Russ was raised on a generational family dairy farm where he learned the value of a hard day’s work which he carried throughout his life.  At the age of 19, Russ started work at Durkee Bakery as a delivery driver. He worked at Barber and Deline Well Drilling for several years and in 1968 founded ...