All Obituaries

Donna Ellen Perry, of Watertown, NY, passed away peacefully March 11, 2026 at the Samaritan Keep Nursing Home where she had been a resident. She was born on July 30, 1948, in Potsdam, NY, the daughter of Armond D. and Ellen J. (Rosenbarker) Perry. Donna graduated from Edwards High School before continuing her education at Jefferson Community College, where she earned an associate degree. She then attended the University of Brockport, graduating with honors with a bachelor’s degree, ...

Patricia H. Narum, 75, of Calcium, New York, passed away at her home on March 2, 2026. She was born on October 2, 1950, in Watertown, New York, the daughter of Robert and Gladys Streeter LaVancha. Patricia earned her GED. Following her education, she worked as a seamstress at Venus Swimwear for many years. Later working in retail as a sales clerk. On August 12, 1978, she married Ernest Narum in Dexter, New York. The couple resided locally then relocated to South Dakota to run the family ...

Timothy E. Kelly, 85, of Watertown, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse, surrounded by his beloved family. Tim was born on December 26, 1940, in Ogdensburg, New York, the son of John W. and Lillian (Merry) Kelly. He graduated from Ogdensburg Free Academy in 1958 and continued his education at Mohawk Valley Community College. In 1963, he proudly joined the National Guard.  Timothy served many years with the National Guard, retiring as a Major. On ...

Terri Lynn Chenoweth, 57, of Watertown, passed away February 17, 2026, at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, NY following complications of a genetic liver disease. Terri was born on June 7, 1968, the daughter of Kendrick and Mary (Gill) Grosse. She graduated from Carthage High School and went on to dedicate many years of service as a social worker with North Country Transitional Living, where she compassionately supported members of her community until her retirement. On May 15, 1991, ...

Penelope M. “Penny” Shoen, of Watertown, NY, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, at her home under the care of Hospice of Jefferson County, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 4, 1945, in Watertown, NY, the daughter of Gerald and Mary (Stewart) Busler. Penny attended Watertown High School. On April 28, 1962, she married Merrill F. “Corky” Shoen at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Evans Mills. The couple resided in Calcium for eight ...

Robert E. Pack, 67, of Watertown, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, at Samaritan Keep Nursing Home, where he had been a resident. He was born on September 7, 1958, in Manhattan, the son of James and Rebecca Mae (Hall) Pack. Robert attended school in Manhattan. Following his education, he began his career as a cook at the New York Daily News. He moved to Watertown, where he worked as a civilian cook at Fort Drum for several years until his retirement. Robert had a love for ...

George A. Hawver III, 86, of Black River, passed away on February 17, 2026, at Samaritan Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.  Born on May 31, 1939, in Hudson, NY, George was the son of George A. Hawver II and Dorothy (Crosby) Hawver. He graduated from Hudson High School in 1957, where he was a celebrated basketball player. George was in the United States Army, enlisting on August 26, 1957. He was honorably discharged on August 25, 1959, and he was awarded the Good Conduct ...

Watertown, NY — Steven Guy Henson, 69, of Watertown, passed away on February 16, 2026, at Samaritan Medical Center. Steven was born on October 13, 1956, in Oakland, California, the son of Neal and  Catherine (Lukhe) Henson. He graduated from Skyline High School in Oakland, California. Following school, Steven began a lifelong career as a truck driver, a profession he dedicated himself to until his medical retirement in 2015. Steven enjoyed fishing, camping, and spending ...

Linda M. Simmons, 56, of Carthage, passed away on February 13, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 17, 1969, in Ogdensburg, she was the daughter of Clark L. and Shirley J. (McPherson) Simmons Sr. She was a graduate of Ogdensburg Free Academy. Following her education, Linda worked for various local businesses in kitchen management before beginning a long and dedicated career in food service at St. Lawrence University, where she was still employed at the time of her ...

Emery W. Shaw, 84, of Watertown, New York, passed away on February 12, 2026. He was born on July 25, 1941, in Woodville, New York, the son of Roy and Marjorie (Knight) Shaw. Emery graduated from Carthage Central High School in 1959. Emery dedicated many years to his work as a mechanic. He was employed by Seaway Vending Machines for 14 years, worked at the Sunoco Station on State Street for six years, and later served as a mechanic with the Watertown City Department of Public Works from ...