Douglas Allen Alitz—West Point graduate, Vietnam veteran, devoted husband, larger than life father, unapologetic lover of Iowa, and a man who trusted dogs more than most people—passed away after a sudden illness on March 28th, 2026, leaving behind a rich life story that refused to be simple. Born in Mason City, Iowa on August 14th, 1940, Doug was, at his core, always an Iowa farm kid.  He lived in Rockwell, Iowa with his Mom, Verda, and younger brother Denny during the war ...

January 8, 1930 – February 28, 2026 SCHROON LAKE: Lillian Noxon Richardson, lovingly known as “Lila,” of Schroon Lake, NY, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family at her home on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Born on January 8, 1930, Lil was the daughter of the late Winfred and Nellie (Whipple) Noxon of Schroon Lake, NY.  She married her beloved Arthur J. Richardson on September 10, 1949. In addition to her parents, Lil was predeceased by her husband and her ...

Schroon Lake Thomas C. Werner, 98, passed away November 16, 2025, with his sons in Rochester, NY. No funeral services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are in the care of Edward L. Kelly Funeral Home, Schroon Lake, NY.

North Hudson, NY, Shirley Marie Provoncha passed away on November 15, 2025. Shirley was the daughter of Henry and Gladys (Hammond) Goodspeed of Olmstedville, NY. She was born on October 10, 1934, and married the love of her life, Alvin Provoncha, on June 19, 1955. Shirley cherished sharing stories from her years working at Frontier Town, where she formed lifelong friendships and countless fond memories. She served as the Town of North Hudson's tax collector for 27 years. Above all, the ...

Michele C.L. (Salmon) Scoville passed away peacefully with her husband and best friend, Grace Bourdeau, by her side on November 8, 2025. She was born on December 14, 1957, to Emersom and Virginia Salmon in Saratoga Springs, NY. She grew up in Lake Luzerne. She married her husband, and her life's journey began, taking her to different places and introducing her to new people. She was dedicated to her family (Domestic Engineer), she enjoyed reading, puzzles, and occasional car rides to ...

Richard C Scheuer passed away at his home in Schroon Lake, November 1, 2025. He was born on January 1, 1944,  in Schenectady, NY, the son of the late John W. and Edith A. Musellbeck Scheuer. Richard was predeceased by his wife, Susan (Swinton, Vanderwalker), his brother John W. Scheuer, Jr., His Nephew Brian J. Badger, and his Niece, Stephanie Badger.                                      ...

Schroon Lake Ralph John Cooke, born on January 24, 1934, passed away on September 4, 2025, at the age of 91. He retired from the Hudson County New Jersey Department of Social Services and made his home in Schroon Lake for the past 48 years. During his years in the community, he served as a trustee on the Schroon Lake Library Board, director and president of the Schroon Lake Senior Citizens Center, as well as being a lifetime member. He was director and docent for the Schroon Lake ...

Johnsburg; Stacey Michael Schraver, 58, of Johnsburg, NY passed away Wednesday, July 16th, 2025 as the result of an auto accident in his 1970 Pontiac Lemans. He was an avid outdoorsman, loved riding vintage snowmobiles with his brothers at their camp in Blue Mountain Lake, some of the best times he ever had. He loved having his sister Kim over at our house to just hang out, laugh and have fun. He was a magnet to animals, they all loved him, dogs, cats, deer, woodchucks, birds, turkeys, ...

Melinda (Mindy) S. Blair Ringey, 52, passed away on July 5, 2025, unexpectedly at her home. Mindy was born on July 25, 1972, the daughter of Paul and Sharon Blair of Shoreham, VT. Mindy enjoyed sitting on her porch watching the deer and other wildlife with her dog Fred. Most days before work Mindy would go down to the beach and enjoy the view. She met her partner Chuck Peltier of Schroon Lake 6 years ago where they built memories enjoying each other's company watching the Buffalo Bills, UFC ...

Richard (Dick) William Willard He was the only son of Vernon W. Willard and Eleanor K. Crampton, born June 20, 1935, in New Haven, CT. He was the beloved brother of Dorothy, Helen, Betsy, Marion, Evie, Katherine, and Verna, and the husband of 52 years to Louise Kane Willard (who went home to the Lord in 2009). Richard and Louise had three sons and two daughters-in-law: Duane (who passed away at age three months), Darryl (Kim), and Dwight (Diana). He was also a much-loved grandfather to ...