All Obituaries

Robert L. Kappler Of Unadilla Robert L. Kappler, 78 of Unadilla died Sat. morning March 14, 2026 at his home.  He was born on Dec. 15, 1947 in Chicago, IL to William E. & Ellen H. (Aitken) Kappler.  He married the former, Debra A. Ingraham on Oct. 20, 1977 in Fort Laudedale, FL. He is survived by his wife, Debra, a daughter, Malissa Kappler, FL, a niece, Lori (Tim) Shepardson, Hollywood, FL, brother-in-law, Tim Williams, FL and his favorite companion “Teddy”. He ...

Matthew E. Goodrich, of Oneonta, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 26, 2026. He was predeceased by his father, Earl D. Goodrich. Matt is survived by his mother, Rita J. Goodrich; his sister Amy (Brian) Goodrich; his children, Jaclin, Andrew, and Cortnie; and his grandchildren, Elora, Gabriel, and Asha. He will also be missed by his aunts, uncles, and the many friends whose lives he touched. Matt earned his bachelor's degree from SUNY Oneonta and went on to build a diverse and ...

John M. Nack Of Unadilla John M. Nack, 58 of Unadilla died Wed. Feb. 18, 2026 at Wilson Memorial Hospital. He was born on Nov. 18, 1967 in Staten Island, NY to Walter & Kathleen (Ryan) Nack.   He was a lifelong resident of Unadilla. He is survived by his children, Jacob & Madison & Jaylea Nack, Ashley  & Christopher Boecke, 4 grandchildren, Alex, Raegan, Trenton & Evelyn, his former companion, Renee Hitchcock  and also several nieces, nephews and ...

Derrick John Talbot Sr., 68, of Laurens, New York, passed away at his home on Wed. February 4, 2026. Derrick was born on December 14, 1957, in Herkimer, New York, the son of Richard Wayne Talbot and Alice Peterson, who both preceded him in death. Derrick spent 39 years working in the waste management industry with Vets and Casella Waste. His strong work ethic led him to pursue various ventures throughout his life, including apartment ownership, restaurant ownership, landscaping, and his ...

Thelma “Mimi” Decker Of Unadilla Thelma “Mimi” Decker, 88 of Unadilla passed away on Wed. Jan. 21, 2026.  Thelma was born on Nov. 4, 1937 to Elsie & Kenneth Mills.  She was a resident of Unadilla for many years.  She worked at Sturgess Pharmacy, then Brown’s Pharmacy until she finally retired after 38 years.  Thelma was well known for her spot being behind the counter at the Pharmacy in Unadilla.  She loved her family very ...

Howard “Dean” Roper Jr was born in Trabuco, CA. December 3rd, 1960. Howard is predeceased by his father, Howard Dean Roper Sr. and his mother, Nancy Jane Roper. Howard moved to New York with his parents when he was young. At the age of sixteen, he moved to Texas, where he began honing his skills as a subcontractor.  Howard was very proficient in all specialties a subcontractor needs to flourish in the field.  Howard moved back to New York, where he met his first wife, ...

Doris B. Gransbury, 96 of Sidney died on Wed. Jan. 7, 2025 at the A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital.   She was predeceased by her husband, Lester and a son, Clayton. Private Graveside Services will be held in Masonville Cemetery in the spring.  Online condolences may be made at:   www.wmaddenfh.com.  Arrangements by the Westcott-Madden Funeral Home 123 Main Street Unadilla.  A MADDEN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME.

Unadilla, NY– Susan H. Taynor Winters, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away at the age of 69 on Monday, November 24, 2025. Her passing follows a brave and enduring fight with cancer. Born in Brooklyn, NY on Aug. 24, 1956, Susan made a life out of helping and advocating for people. This genuine nature shined through her work as a Care Manager and as a loving foster parent. She was known for her exceptional warmth and hospitality, always ready to entertain and ...

In loving memory, Derek Allen Butler passed away tragically on Sun. July 6, 2025.  He was predeceased by his Grandmother, Susan Butler.  He is survived by 2 daughters Leena and Adalyn Butler, his Mother, Darlene and Bob Greene, Father, David and Lisa Butler, Sisters, Deanna and Zachary Miller, Danielle Butler and Garret Hickey, and one brother, Nikolaus and Amanda Tessitore, sister. Jeni Reppard, Grandparents, Barbara and Donald Duell and Sheldon Butler, and also several loving ...

Mary L. Kaffko Of Sidney Mary L. Kaffko, eighty-three of Sidney, and formerly Unadilla, passed away Sun. evening Sept. 28, 2025, at her home. She was born on Oct. 1, 1941, in Republic, PA. She married Lawrence F. Kaffko on Jan. 19, 1963, in Manhattan, New York City. She previously worked and lived in Brooklyn in her earlier years. Lawrence and Mary spent 40 years in Unadilla. She is survived by her husband, Lawrence F. Kaffko, their son and his wife, Joseph Daniel and Kristen Kaffko, ...