Johnstown - Barbara A. Skoda, age 83, of Johnstown, NY, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2023, in Gloversville, NY. Born in Honolulu, HI, on August 3, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Eleanor (Shaffer) Leffel. Barbara lived a life characterized by selfless love, profound intelligence, and an unwavering dedication to her community. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank P. Skoda, whom she married on September 2, 1961. They were happily married for 34 years until his passing on April 4, 1995. Barbara was also predeceased by her son, Steven F. Skoda, who passed away…

Ballston Spa - David W. Miles 82, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, after a short illness. He was born on June 5, 1941, to Helen and Roy Miles of Johnstown, NY. David graduated from Johnstown High School and went to Chicago, Illinois to obtain his degree in electrical engineering. It was in Chicago that he met his wife Patricia, and they celebrated 60 years together in May. He was predeceased by his parents. David is survived by his wife Patricia, daughter Deborah, sons David and Michael (Beth), his precious grandchildren Stephanie, Rebecca, Sarah, and Benjamin, sister Sylvia,…

Gloversville - June V. Hakes, 94, of Gloversville, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, September 17, 2023, passing away at her home after a long illness. Born in Healdsburg, CA, on March 22, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Jay and Katherine (nee: Lester) Hassett. She lived for over 23 years in Broadalbin and was a member of Broadalbin Baptist Church where she sang in the choir. She then moved to Gloversville where she lived for over the past 38 years. She was a devoted homemaker for her husband and children. She loved to cook,…

Broadalbin - Robert William Close, 78, formerly of Broadalbin, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at the Evergreen Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center in East Greenbush. Bob was surrounded by the love of his wife, Cathie. He was born in Gloversville on February 11, 1945. He is survived by his loving wife Cathie Close (Decker) (Arcaro) (Greive) and his daughters Kathryn Mary Corrie (Stephen) of Longwood, Florida, Caryn Elizabeth Lynam (Stephen) of Ardmore, Pennsylvania, Lisa Bethel (deceased) of South Glens Falls, New York. His sons Robert William Close (Lyndsay) of Oak Island,…

Gloversville - George R. “Butch” Austin Jr., 70, of Gloversville, NY passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, September 16, 2023 following a brief illness. Born in Gloversville, NY on March 7, 1953 he was the son of the late George and Onnolee Sweet Austin Sr. A lifelong resident of the area, Butch attended local schools and graduated from Glens Falls High School. He worked as an electrician for several different companies until his retirement. His greatest joy was racing stock cars and spending time with family and friends. He will be missed by all who knew and loved…