Priscilla M Baldwin

Priscilla was born on May 10, 1969 in Hamilton, New York, to Arnold and Louise Brown. She grew up in small town of Otselic and attended Otselic Valley Central School until 1986.

In September of 1990, Priscilla would meet the love of her life, John Baldwin, and they would blend their families to include sons Michael, Joshua, and Brent. On July 17, 1993 Priscilla and John would exchange vows, with their sons, family, and friends by their side. In that same year John and Priscilla would complete their family with the addition of Brandon. Norwich would come to be the place where they would raise their children, make their home, and where she could eventually ensure they had enough space for her dream of owning horses.

Always a hard worker, Priscilla had various jobs out of high school. She went to work as the office manager for Dr. Jorgensen’s dental practice for 15 years until his retirement, at which point she transitioned to Southern Tier Pet Nutrition where she managed the purchasing department for 15 years. Most recently, she held a position at NBT Bank as a purchasing associate, from which she retired, following her diagnosis.

Some of her greatest joy came from raising her four sons. Her days as a mother of four boys included countless football games, wrestling matches, BMX races, baseball games, four wheelers, dirtbikes, and all the ordinary chaos and excitement that four sons can bring. Always up for a good game of cards, the Baldwin house was known for exciting poker and card nights with friends. Priscilla enjoyed trips to the casino as well, and could usually be found at the Blackjack table. As a family, they enjoyed many trips to Myrtle Beach, camping adventures, watching John play in his band(s), and lots of amusement parks on the east coast. In recent years, Priscilla found a love for cruises, and she and John traveled on a number of ships with family and friends, creating beautiful memories.

In her early 30’s Priscilla would finally get to fulfil her dream of owning her own horse. To know Priscilla, was to know her love for horses, barrel racing, and a great trail ride. For the next 25 years, the equine world would be where Priscilla shined, not only in competition, but in her knowledge of riding, care of her horses, and the immense joy all things horses brought her. She was a mentor to many riders, and a wonderful friend to more. Known for her fearless, tenacious, straight shooting, and ambitious spirit, Priscilla was someone many of her fellow riders looked up to and loved spending time with. Priscilla formed some of her greatest and time-tested friendships with her “Horse Girls”. She organized and ran the Gymkhana show at the Chenango County Fair for well over a decade, up until this summer when her illness prevented her from doing so. Even though she had a number of horses over the last 25 years, it would be Candy, her soul-horse, with who she would turn the most barrels, run countless poles, and see hundreds of miles of trails together. It is only fitting that Candy left this earth just a few days before Priscilla.

Priscilla is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 33 years, John Baldwin, who has been by her side throughout each of her battles with cancer, and throughout every step of this most recent journey. She could not have been blessed with a better partner or caregiver. She will be held close by her sons, Michael (Heather) Baldwin, Joshua (Allison) Miller, Brent (Dayna) Miller, and Brandon (Danielle) Baldwin; and her grandchildren Blake, Blair, Blayn and Jonah Baldwin, and Emma, Bryson, Everett, and Brielle Miller. She is also survived by parents, Arnold and Louise Brown; her sisters, Debra (Robert) Tefft, Virginia (Dennis) Agren, and Sarah Schara; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Vicki (Bert) Beames, Liza White and Andy Leed, Rock (Kim) White, and Rick (Sandy) White; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and other extended family; and her dear friends, Deb Zieno, Nettie Roberts, Sherry Laughlin, Judy Schwager, Melody Johnson, Brandi Whorrall and Taegan Manwarren.

She is predeceased by her mother and father-in-law Mary Lou and Arden Franklin; sister Mary Brown; brother Walter Brown; and her niece Courtney Brown.

John and family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude and appreciation to Hospice and Palliative Care of Chenango County, especially Carrie Ann and Melissa; and the doctors, nurses, and staff of the 3rd floor of Chenango Memorial Hospital for their loving care and support throughout the last few months of Priscilla’s journey.

In keeping with Priscilla’s wishes, there will be no calling hours or funeral. A Celebration of Life will take place at Canasawacta Country Club, 261 CR-44, Norwich, NY on Sunday, November 22, 2026 from 11:00 - 2:00pm. Family and Friends are encouraged to attend and share memories and stories of Priscilla and a life well lived.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in memory of Priscilla Baldwin to Hospice and Palliative Care of Chenango County, 33-39 Court Street, Norwich, NY 13815, or to Upstate Foundation, 750 E. Adams Street, Syracuse, NY 13210, Attn: Upstate Cancer Center Annual Fund: In Memory of Priscilla Baldwin.