Tributes to Historians

Gary Sparks Sr. Hillsborough, NH - Gary Spencer Sparks Sr. of Hillsborough NH passed away peacefully on April 9th holding the hands of his wife, daughter and son. Even though a failing heart took him away from this world, his loving heart was a beacon of light to everyone that knew him. Gary grew...

John Patrick Jordan, 89, of Manchester, NH, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. John was born on July 15, 1936, in Manchester, NH, to the late John, Sr. and Agnes (Gardner) Jordan. John was a loving husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, great-...

Kenneth George Conley, a dedicated Vietnam veteran, historian at heart, and a man of immense kindness, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, at Baystate Noble Westfield. He was 81 years old. Kenny is a graduate of Springfield Technical Community College and Technical High School class of 1962....

"He made a dent in the Universe," said a friend upon learning of Ed's death. *** Everything is a reminder. The antique Peruvian textile, the Guatemalan necklace, the Navajo blankets. Some belonged to his mother, Mariana, who kindled an adventurism in Ed when she would drive her three boys –...

Obituary for Polly Sisneros de la Serna June 22, 1931 – April 10, 2026 Born asleep, on the summer solstice June 22, 1931, in Scholle, NM, Polly (Pauline, Pole, Paublita) left this world also in a peaceful, comfortable sleep on April 10, 2026. Growing up on the family’s homestead near...

Elizabeth (Libba) Denson Lipscomb passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026. The family is being cared for by Frederick-Dean Funeral Home & Crematory.

Loading Emil W. Suda, Jr., age 73, of Amsterdam, passed away March 26, 2026 at his home. He was born August 11, 1952 in Amsterdam, where he would reside his entire life. Emil was a historian for Amsterdam. He had a passion for old theaters, movies, and old-time actors. He was a train enthusiast;...

Mr. William Graydon Clark, Jr., Matamoras Borough Historian, died Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Delaware Valley Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation in Matamoras, PA. He was 92. He was born July 19, 1933 in State College, PA the son of the late William Graydon Clark and the late Catharine Hartswick...

Donald Arthur Boyer passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026. The family is being cared for by Etzweiler Funerals & Cremation, Inc. - York.

Delores “Nancy” (Kyle) Amspacher, 92, of Red Lion, passed into God’s eternal care, Saturday, April 11, 2026 with her family by her side. She was the loving wife of the late Burnell Amspacher and daughter of the late Norman and Margaret Kyle. Nancy had a great joy and happiness spending time with...

Jesse Ronald Oakley of 226 Beauregard Lane, Mebane, North Carolina, passed away on March 27, 2026. The son of Jesse Roberds Oakley and Carrie Cheek Oakley, he was born in Mebane, North Carolina on April 23, 1941. He graduated from Mebane High School in 1959, earned a Bachelor of Arts and Master...

Edith Allaire Avery passed away peacefully at home, leaving a legacy of intellect, compassion, and unmistakable grace. A devoted matriarch, nurse, historian, and mentor, she profoundly shaped the lives of those who knew her. Born November 4, 1939, in Attleboro, Massachusetts, to Charles Nickel...

LINNEUS, Kathryn Joyce “Mimi” McGinnis, 95, passed away on April 8, 2026. She was born on August 30, 1930, in Linneus, the daughter of Carl and Thelma (Adams) Logie. Kathryn enjoyed crafting, canning the produce from Bink's garden and, in her later years, connecting with friends and family on the...

Doctor Christopher J Tudda November 1, 1965 – April 6, 2026 Dr. Christopher J Tudda passed away on April 6, 2026, at the age of 60. He will be remembered as a distinguished historian, gifted teacher, and deeply thoughtful individual whose passion for history, scholarship, and public service...

Hugh Costello passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026. The family is being cared for by Conroy-Tully Walker Cremations, Funerals and Gatherings - South Portland.

Lewis E. Lehrman (1938–2026) With deep sadness and eternal hope, we announce the death of Lewis E. Lehrman, co-founder and co-chairman of the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. Lew passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at his home in Greenwich, Connecticut, surrounded by his...

Christopher Calkins March 3, 1951 - April 1, 2026 Christopher Calkins, 75, passed away on April 1, 2026. Born to the late Longena and Eugene Calkins, he was a native of Detroit, Mich. Christopher, or Chris as he preferred, graduated from Longwood College (now University) in Farmville, Va. Most...

Laurence Carl Pasquesi, born in Highwood, April 10, 1948, to Carl and Ida Pasquesi, passed away Monday, April 6, 2026. Larry grew up in Highwood, attended St. James grade school, Loyola Academy (class of 1966), Loyola University, and completed his MBA with DePaul University. Larry was many things...

Arvid Lloyd Williams, 83, passed away peacefully at home on April 5, 2026. Born December 20, 1942 in Perham, Minnesota, Arvid served in the U.S. Marine Corps (1960-1963.) In 1965 he married Jerilyn Ann Dunn of Frazee, MN and together they had five children; Steve (Monalee) Williams, Sue (Chris)...

Robert Meyers 'Rob' or 'Bob' Kurtz Jr, of State College and formerly of Clearfield, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Foxdale Village, State College. He died of age-inflicted ailments. He was a lifelong resident of Clearfield and the fifth generation of his family to...