"George Caney, for many years a resident of the town of Richfield, died at his home near the Springs on Feb. 10 after nearly a year's illness. He was born in Westchester county 63 years ago. Mr. Caney was an industrious and honorable man and had filled offices of trust in the town's affairs. He leaves a widow, three sons, H. Irvin, of this village, George and Arthur of Richfield; two daughters, Mrs. William Weatherbee and Miss Ina Caney of Richfield; and two sisters Mrs. Daniel B. Boden and Mrs. William D. Boden of this village. The Rev. S. R. Ward conducted the funeral service on Sunday last, the remains being placed in the vault of the cemetery association at Richfield Springs ..." ["The Otsego Farmer" (Cooperstown, NY), February 18, 1898, p. 5]

Submitted by Kathryn Hill

Died. CANEY—In the town of Richfield, Feb. 9, 1898, George Caney.

The deceased was born in Bedford [Westchester Co.], May 6, 1834, and was at the time of his death in the 64th year of his age. There were in his parents' family fourteen children, ten boys and four girls, six of whom are living: Henry, James and Robert, and Mrs. Mary Boden, Mrs. Sophy Burtis and Mrs. Carrie Boden.

In March, 1857, Mr. Caney was married to Miss Ellen Young. Of that union five children were born, all of whom, with their mother, survive the father—Irving E. of Cooperstown, George D. of Richfield Springs, Mrs. Dora A. Weatherbee of Richfield Springs, Arthur D. and Ina E. of the family home.

In the year 1869 the deceased purchased the farm in Richfield, which was for nearly a third of a century the family residence. A man of great industry and energy of character his services were eagerly sought after, and his integrity and faithfulness were ample assurance that he would promote the interests of those who called him to labor. A good father and lover of the home and its dear ones[,] he improved all the opportunities to make that home one of plenty and rest. An upright citizen and an obliging neighbor, he found a place of friendship and honor in the hearts of the community, where he accomplished his day. His memory is a pleasant one with the circle of friends, with whom, in the work of life, he was most intimately associated. The funeral services were held on Sunday, Feb. 12th, Rev. S. [Samuel] R. Ward [Universalist] officiating.

Richfield Springs Mercury, Richfield Springs NY, Thu. 17 Feb 1898