Obituaries & Condolences

Edward Holbert 64 yrs. old of Sherburne, NY passed away on August 29, 2023, at MIB Hospital, Cooperstown, NY.

Ed was born on September 3, 1958, in Hancock, NY, the son of George & Jean (Ceresko) Holbert.  His childhood was spent in Scott Center, PA.  He attended Hancock Central School and later graduated from Deposit Central School.  He was employed by Phillips Lumber Company of Hartwick, Johnson Farms of New Berlin, the Town of Columbus, and the NYS DOT.

He married Elsie Holbert in 1978 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, New Berlin, NY.  She predeceased him on June 7, 2019.

Anyone who has ever met Ed, will never forget him or his stories.  He loved fishing, demolition derbies, hanging out at local gas stations, eating a good Chinese meal, and wrestling when he was in high school.

He is survived by his sons; Michael Holbert of New Berlin, and David Lewis (Rachael) of Canada, grandchildren; Maggi, Colton, Madlyne, and Addsyn, siblings; David Holbert (Sue) of Burlington Flats, George Holbert (Deanna) of Oxford, Beverly Fagan of New Berlin, Joe Holbert (Beverly) of New Berlin, Carol Thomas (Greg) of Cayuta, NY, Nancy Johnson (Bryan) of Edmeston, Roger Holbert (Kristen) of Sauquoit, NY, Susan Holbert (Art) of Edmeston, NY and Catherine Holbert (Wayne) of Jefferson, NY as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at 11:00 AM at the Dakin Funeral Home, LP, New Berlin, NY with Pastor Rob Lloyd officiating.   Calling hours will be held prior to the funeral service from 9:00-11:00 AM.

A private burial will be held in the Edmeston Union Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the New Berlin Fire Department.

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Sarah Posson
Smyrna NY
I did not know Ed well, but I will not forget his amazing spirit and smile. Ed lived near my work at NYCM and I would stop to say hi as I came in and out of work. Ed had everyone smiling and laughing all the time. He was a nice man and very determined to have joy. I am sorry to hear of his passing. My sympathy to the family. 

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Andrea d
Hamilton. Ny
As many know Ed was a great story teller and had a big heart - I remember the day I met him he had just moved to sherburne. The trips to Chinese food the rides on the bus the walks to town so many good memories I missed you when I left sherburne and I miss you now Mr
Ed (pun intended) there is no goodbye just remember the laughter and fun we had ,my condolences to your family,rest in peace my friend

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Tom Strain
The Villages, FL
I have only known Edwin since August 2021.  I met Ed for the first time at a gathering of folks one evening outside the senior living center in Sherburne. Ed was first to introduce himself to me and from that point I knew I had a new friend. He knew the Sherburne/New Berlin area of where my dad and relative were from.
August of 2022, Edwin and I went to the Northeast Classic Car Museum, and the Chenango County, and Cooperstown Farmers Museum.  Ed was such a joy to be around at each of these places. He knew so many people where ever we went and always introduced me to those he met.  The picture shows Edwin on the merry go round at the Farmers Museum.  I made prints of this picture and sent in the mail for him to show people since he was so proud of being like a kid once again.  I will always treasure the many conversations we had, and the many rides in the countryside with him showing areas where my past relatives lived.
There so many other things with my short friendship with Ed that I could say, but there is not enough space here to tell.  In closing I would like to have everyone know, Ed is most certainly in Heaven with our Lord and savior.  I being a Christian, asked Edwin, are you saved and a believer in Jesus.  He said most certainly.  He shared how he use to often go to church with my aunt Olive Utter. 
Edwin, we all miss you dearly and looking forward in seeing you in Heaven.

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Randy & Jo Ann Holdredge
West Burlington, NY
Just as no one can ease the ache in your heart --- no one can erase the memories you have of Ed.  Randy and Jo Ann

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Terry Meyers
Norwich ny
My Heart and prayers go out to all the Hobart
 
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