All Obituaries

AUBURN- Barbara A. Charles Kraushaar, 67 of Standart Woods in Auburn, left this earth on Thursday, July 8th, 2021 to begin the next chapter of her journey.                 Following a lengthy battle with cancer that she faced with strength and bravery, she passed away at home peacefully as she wanted. The Daughter of the late Edward Charles and Virginia Kierst Charles, she was born in Auburn on Feb. 21st, 1954....

Auburn:  Dave, the son of Fred and Dorothy Porten passed away peacefully Tuesday July 6, 2021 at his home with his family. Mr. Porten   served in the U.S. Army and is a WWII veteran. He was very proud of his 50 year gold card from the International Bricklayers Union. He also served as a Site Inspector for the firm Resource Associates of Cortland, NY., as well as assisting in Auburn historical research. He was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church. Mr. Porten is survived by...

Richard (Dick) C. Atkins 86 passed away Monday June 7, 2021 morning after a long illness.   Mr. Atkins was born in Auburn NY on February 8, 1935.  He is the son of Richard C Atkins and Mary E. Ringwood.  He is a graduate of Buffalo School of Technology in drafting.  He is a retired employee of the New York State Prison as a foreman.  He also worked 25 years at Alco.   He was in United States Navy from 1957 to 1961.  Dick spent many...

AUBURN - Kurt J. Moe of Auburn, New York, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on May 28, 2021.  Born in Auburn on April 2, 1954, to Mary (Hudun) Bernath and Laverne Moe, Jr., Kurt was a graduate of Auburn High School, Class of 1972.  Kurt worked as a route salesman for the Frito-Lay Chip Company for 38 years. In retirement, he worked for Home Depot until his illness in 2019. Kurt was an avid outdoorsman and a gifted archer. He was a lifelong lover of all...

Barbara L. Smith August 21, 1945 - May 28, 2021 Barb is in Heaven now dear ones. She was a family care provider for many years and she leaves behind her husband Earle Smith and her daughter Kelli (Doug) Howard.  Brothers David France, Charlie and (Margaret) Larabee and Sister-in-Law Sue France.  Also surviving Barb are, Robert, Carrie and Chuck Kulle; Tom Calarco,  Mike & Jen Calarco, Bonnie Bachman. Gerald, Terry and George Kilmer step daughter Kelly (Todd)...

Rory McDowell, 61, of Port Byron passed away unexpectedly Thursday in St. Joseph’s Hospital.  Rory was a self-employed Master Craftsman for over 35 years. He is survived by his wife the former Gail Warter, his daughter Jordan, his parents Ralph and June (Horr) McDowell, his sister Paulette Starita, and his nieces and nephews.  Rory was predeceased by his brothers Gary, Lester, and Rich.  At Rory’s request, there will be no calling hours and private services will...

Richard J. Malinowski passed away on May 2, 2021. He was born in Auburn, the son of the late Constantine and Mary Malinowski. He was a lifelong resident of the City of Auburn. Richard retired from Hammond and Irving in Auburn. He enjoyed his passion for baseball, including the New York Mets and the Auburn Doubledays. He spent decades supporting Auburn baseball, even traveling to follow the team in Pennsylvania and Vermont. He never let his disabilities slow him down. Richard was a one time...

Justine (Tina) Schmid passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday April 13, 2021. She was born in Auburn, October 3, 1937 to Domicella (Billie) Baran Marullo and Frank Baran.  She graduated from Central High School in 1955.  Immediately after High School she worked at the law practice of John Karpinski Sr., Esq.  After that, she worked as a teacher aid at St. Hyacinth School.  Subsequently, she then dedicated most of her career to Cayuga...

Michael A. Noga April 7, 2021 Michael Anthony "Mico" Noga, 59, of Auburn passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday April 7, 2021 at his residence. Mico leaves behind several family members and close friends. He will always be remembered as a friend to everyone. He proudly served in the US. Army 1980 – 1983. Services will be held at the convenience of the family.  

Elizabeth M. (Betty) Kirkpatrick After a brief illness, Betty went to be with her Lord on March 11, 2021. She was born in Auburn on April 21,1935, daughter of the late Lettie Kirkpatrick Sage and Leslie Kirkpatrick Sr.  Betty is survived by her brother Kenneth Kirkpatrick and his wife Diane; and sister-in-law, Erna Kirkpatrick. She was a beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. Betty was predeceased by her parents and stepfather James Sage; brothers, Leslie Jr., John; and sister,...