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cemetery, as they are presented here, is like reading the multi-generational
history of a community. These people were the local populace at a particular
time. The people buried here knew each other, were neighbors, relatives
and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade"
or business.
All people are listed in alphabetic order by surname at BIRTH. Women identified by a married alias only and for whom a birth surname can not be identified, are listed on the last page for the cemetery's obituaries. Please send in typed obituaries for people buried in our local cemeteries. If possible include name of newspaper and date. Send typed in your email or in attached Word files. Send to Joyce M. Tice (JoyceTice@aol.com) |
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JOSEPH P. SANTUCCI, AVID Elmira bowler, age 74 of 828 South Ave., Horseheads, NY died Friday, Oct. 9, 1998 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Monday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Those wishing to do so may make memorial contributions to St. Anthony’s Church in his memory. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday 10:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Anthony’s Church 11:00 a.m. The Rev. Joseph McCaffrey will officiate. The interment service will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mildred Santucci; children and their spouses, Joseph M. and Alice Santucci of Elmira, Sandra Santucci of Elmira, Stephen and Susan Santucci of Horseheads, Thomas Santucci of Elmira; sister and brother-in-law, Yolanda and John Pierri of Corning; grandchildren, Mark, Marie, Dain, Kelly, Jeff and Brent; great-grandchild, Katie; several nieces and nephews. He was a communicant of St. Anthony’s Church in Elmira, a member of the Eagle Club in Elmira and an avid bowler in the Elmira area for many years. –Elmira Star Gazette.
SARDO - NEWTON, Paulette Ann (Sardo)
Age 60, of Pine Valley, beloved wife of Robert F. Newton, died on Thursday,
October 11th, after a valiant three-year battle with breast cancer. She
died peacefully at home, surrounded by her loved ones. Paulette was born
June 8, 1947, in Elmira, the daughter of the late Dominic and Irene Sardo.
She attended Elmira schools and worked at Hardinge, Inc. for 40 years,
retiring in 2005. Her first husband, Warren Blackwell, died in 1996. She
married Robert Newton in 2003, in Honolulu, HI, and returned with him to
celebrate an anniversary in 2005. Paulette loved to travel and accompanied
her husband to China and Taiwan, as well as making frequent trips to Florida
and New England. She enjoyed the outdoors and camping and was an avid sports
fan, following especially the New York Mets and New York Giants. In addition
to her husband, she is survived by one son, J. David Blackwell of Elmira;
and three grandchildren, Nariah and Jalisa Blackwell and Aaliyah Ford.
She also leaves a brother, Frank Sardo of Elmira; five stepdaughters, Shirlene
Mase of Horseheads, NY, Sharon Bottone of Holley, NY, Kristen Laferriere,
Robyn Youmans and Traci Mercier, all of Massachusetts; three grandchildren,
ten step grandchildren, several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, aunts,
uncles, nieces, etc. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber
Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St. in Horseheads, NY, on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2007,
from 3-5:00 and again from 7-9:00 p.m. Her funeral service, officiated
by the Rev. Eleanor Haber, will take place there at the funeral home on
Monday, Oct. 15, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery,
following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions
be made in Paulette's memory to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E. Corning
Road, Corning, NY 14830. Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/12/2007.
SAUNDERS - MRS. ADELAIDE A. ROCKWELL, 76, of 550 Thompson Street died this morning (June 1931) at 3:30 o’clock after a brief illness. She was the wife of the late H. Fletcher Rockwell. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Cecil Spaulding and Mrs. Isaac Thomas; a stepson, Harry F. Rockwell of Rochester; a step-daughter, Mrs. Bert Hathaway of Corning; a sister, Mrs. Francis Toomey of this city; a brother, H. Bert Saunders of Winslow, Ariz.; two grandsons, Charles F. Spaulding and Howard R. Thomas and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Rockwell was a member of the South Presbyterian Church. The remains repose at the Wilson funeral home and Wednesday morning will be removed to her late home, where the funeral will be held Thursday at 2:40 p.m. The Rev. I. J. Shafer will officiate. Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. –Elmira Star-Gazette 6/16/1931
SAUNDERS Courtney Marie "Spud" - Age 6, born May 12, 2001, of Horseheads, NY, died on Sunday May 4, 2008, surrounded by her loving family after a brave and courageous, four and one half year battle against Neuroblastoma Cancer. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Route 13, Horseheads, NY on Tuesday, May 6, 2008, from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 130 Oakwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY, on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 10 a.m. with Father Thomas O'Brien. Courtney will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY. There will be a "Celebration of Life" to follow at the Catholic War Veterans Post on McCauley Ave., Elmira Heights, NY, immediately following. In honor of Courtney we ask that you wear pink or purple. She is survived by her loving parents, Paul and Sherry (Hendrickson) Saunders of Horseheads; sister, Halie Saunders at home; maternal grandparents, Robert (deceased) and Joyce Hendrickson of Hankinson, ND; paternal grandparents, Robert and Betty Saunders of Horseheads, NY; special grandparents, Gordon and Martha Barr of Elmira Heights; special grandparents, Gary and Sue Jerzak of Elmira; uncles and aunts, Todd Hendrickson, Shawn and Billy Jo Hendrickson, Ryan and Jamie Hendrickson, Christine Hendrickson (deceased), Jodi Hendrickson (deceased), Tamera Hendrickson (deceased), David Saunders of Horseheads; and also many cousins, special friends and classmates from Center Street School where she was a student. Courtney touched the lives of many during her time here; she should be remembered for her bravery, courage, determination, a beautiful smile and witty sense of humor, never complaining during the whole ordeal. It was Courtney's wish to be remembered with pink and purple flowers or for those wishing make donations to the Courtney Saunders Memorial Scholarship Fund, Horseheads Central School District, One Raider Lane, Horseheads, NY 14845, in her memory. Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/5/2008.
SAUNDERS Robert G.
Of Horseheads, NY, died, February 10th, 2009 at age 83, at Elcor Health
Services. Born January 7, 1926, he is predeceased by his parents, Anson
and Martha (Steffen) Saunders; brothers, Jack, Richard and James; sister,
Katharine; and his granddaughter, Courtney. Robert is survived by his wife
of 59 years, Betty Saunders; sons, William (Lynette) Saunders, Paul (Sherry)
Saunders and David Saunders; grandsons, Garrett Saunders, Christopher Saunders;
and granddaughter, Halie Saunders. Robert retired from Charles J. Blackwell
Inc. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home,
413 South Main St., Horseheads, on Friday, February 13, 2009, between the
hours of 4:00-6:00 p.m. Interment will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery.
Robert's family would like to thank the staff at Elcor for the care given
to him at Hickory Knoll South. Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/12/2009
THOMAS D. SAUNDERS age 62 of 348 Antler Road, Big Flats, unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 1, 1981. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be held thereon Saturday 11 a.m. Rev. John Van Duren, his Pastor will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Belva (Stanton) Saunders; daughter and son-in-law, Cynthia and Michael Stallard of Lynchburg, VA; son and daughter-in-law Daniel and Sharon Saunders of Horseheads; sisters, Mrs. Alvin (Leah) Tietje and Mrs. Dale (Mary) Powers, both of Painted Post and Mrs. Stuart (Catherine) Benedict of Addison; brothers, Robert of Big Flats, Albert of Painted Post and Charles of Corning; several nieces and nephews. Mr. Saunders was a member of Calvary Baptist Church of Horseheads. He was a developmental technician of the Corning Glass Works with nearly 43 years of service and was a veteran of World War II. –Elmira Star-Gazette 2/4/1981
SAVERCOOL –MRS. LUCY HAMMOND died at the family home o West Lake Street, Horseheads, Friday (Apr. 12, 1915) at 2:30 a.m. aged 63 years. She is survived by one son, Charles Colwell of Horseheads; two brothers, Jerome Savercool of Alpine and John Savercool and a sister, Mrs. Sarah McKinley. The funeral will be held at the home today at 11 a.m. The burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery. –Elmira paper April 1915
SAVEY - TORPY Elsie M. Larabee
Age 102 of Horseheads, NY died peacefully on Monday August 31, 2009
at home. Mrs. Torpy was born March 13, 1907 in Caton, NY the daughter of
the late Clarence and Eva Rorick Savey. Elsie married her first husband,
Grant S. Larabee Sr., who pre-deceased her in 1954. She was also pre-deceased
by her second husband Elwin Torpy in 1981. Mrs. Torpy was pre-deceased
by her sons George H. Larabee in 1983, Grant S. Larabee Jr. in 1987, and
by her daughter Betty VanGorder in 1998 as well as six brothers. Mrs. Torpy
is survived by her daughter Dorothy Devendorf with whom she resided; five
grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Private Gravesite Funeral Services
will be held in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at the convenience
of the family. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing
may remember Mrs. Torpy through memorials to Town & Country Fire Department
130 Gardner Road Horseheads, NY 14845, Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East
Corning Road Corning, NY 14830, or to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements
are entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads,
NY. Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/2/2009
Savey, Paul J., age 69 of 17 E. Pine Valley Mobile Homes, Pine Valley, NY, Monday, November 17, 1980 at the Arnot Ogden Hospital. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, Wed. 2 to 4 and 7 to 9p.m. Funeral services will be held there on Thurs. 10 a.m. The Rev. R. David Oertel will officiate. Interment Maple Grove Cemetery. Those wishing may make memorials in Paul’s name to the First United Methodist Church of Horseheads. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Violet (Pedalty) Savey; daughter and son-in-law, Joyce and Joseph Brescia of Horseheads; grandson, Jay Brescia of Horseheads; brothers, Richard Savey of Elmira and Lewis Smith of Valois; several nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews. Mr. Savey was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Horseheads and a retired employee of the VanDyne Oil Co., of Troy, PA with 30 years of service.
SAWESTER Joseph A.
Joseph A. Sawester, 95, of Bush Avenue, Horseheads, New York, son of
the late Thomas and Ursula (Ogar) Sawester. Joseph was formerly a longtime
resident of Beaver Falls, PA. Joseph died on Wednesday, December 17, 2008,
at the Chemung County Nursing Facility, where he received professional
care from the entire staff. Joseph is survived by his loving wife of 69
years, Genevieve (Jean); his son, Barry and daughter-in-law, Joan of Horseheads;
his grandson Ed (Teresa), his great-grandchildren, Berkley and Nicholas
of Trumansburg, NY; and his many friends, especially Donald and Janice
Temple of Horseheads. In addition to his parents, Joseph was predeceased
by his five brothers and two sisters; along with his grandson, LCPL Michael
(USMC) and Michael's mother, June. Joseph retired from Babcock & Wilcox
as General Foreman in the Cold Draw Dept in 1975 with 41 years of devoted
service. He had a special love for his nieces and nephews located in Pennsylvania,
Michigan, and California. Family and friends can call at the Barber Funeral
Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, NY on Thursday, December 18, 2008, from
5-8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Mary Our
Mother Church, 816 W. Broad St., Horseheads, on Friday, December 19, 2008,
at 11 a.m. with burial to be held afterwards at Maple Grove Cemetery in
Horseheads. In lieu of flowers, donations if so desired may be sent to
the Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY, 14830.
The family would also like to thank Dr. Sean Stryker and the staff at Orchard
Family Health Care, Horseheads, the sixth floor staff of the Chemung County
Nursing Facility and the Southern Tier Hospice for their concerns and professional
care for Joseph. Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/18/2008
SAWORSKI NINA Y. BROWN
Nina Y. (Saworski) Age 83, of Horseheads and formerly a longtime resident
of Cayuta, died Friday, September 29, 2006. Yanina was born in Lodz, Poland,
April 12, 1923, the daughter to the late John and Katrina Saworski. As
a youngster, Nina was raised in War struck Poland and Russia. She emigrated
from Germany Dec. 6, 1946 and lived and worked in Columbus, OH. After meeting
and subsequently marrying her husband, Ralph Brown, both she and her husband
worked at Westinghouse Corp. Together they were involved in the dairy farm
operation in Cayuta and for a short period of time operated the Junction
Truck Stop in Cayuta. Nina became a turned believer in Jesus as the Christ.
She spoke three languages. Her Polish accent in English was almost beyond
detection and that with no formal training. She will be remembered by her
sons, Steven (Cheryl) Brown of Cayuta, NY, C. Samuel Brown, also of Cayuta,
NY; former husband, Ralph Brown of Sullivanville, NY; and loving granddaughters,
Casey and Camryn Brown. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber
Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, NY, on Monday from 3-5:00 p.m.
Her service will follow there at 5:00 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Larry Appenzellar
officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.
DUANE B. SAWYER
Duane B. Sawyer, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur G. Sawyer of 721
Lorraine Blvd., Horseheads, Saturday, Nov. 9, 1957. Survived by parents;
sisters, Carolyn J., Rose M. and Helen; brothers, Arthur G. Jr. and Robert
L., all at home; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Inez Munro of Mainesburg; maternal
great-grandfather, Thomas Hulslander of Mansfield. Funeral was held
Monday at Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Horseheads. Burial was
in Babyland, Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.
SAYRE - Mrs. Harriet Sayre Bentley
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Descendent of Pioneer Settlers Passes From This Life
Saturday morning, shortly before noon, the family
and friends mourned the passing of that estimable lady, Mrs. Harriet Sayre
Bentley, at the family homestead in the town of Veteran. Mrs. Bentley
had lived here 84 years and endowed herself with a character which was
very near the perfect.
Mrs. Bentley was a member of one of the pioneer
families of this locality. She was the daughter of Hector Sayre and
he a son of Ebenezer Sayre, who located near Horseheads about 1792, coming
here from Orange County. Among the Sayre descendents are many respected
residents of Elmira and Chemung County. Among them are Justice Walter
Lloyd Smith, George L. Curtis, Mrs. H. H. Sayles, Mrs. Jarvis Langdon,
Mrs. Nelson Wells of Elmira, the VanDuzer family of Horseheads, and others
besides the many who bear the Sayre name.
The immediate family who survive are two sons.
Attorney Frank S. Bentley of Horseheads; J. Fred Bentley, who holds a responsible
position with the Standard Oil Co. and resides in Horseheads, one daughter,
Mrs. T. Everett LaFrance of Elmira, two sisters, Mrs. Mary McMillan Taylor
of Delta, Colo.; Mrs. Daniel Westlake of Grinnell, Ia.; and a brother,
Ebenezer Sayre of Delta, Colo.
Deceased was the oldest member of the Horseheads
Presbyterian Church and her father and grandfather were among the early
organizers of the society. Until failing health prevented Mrs. Bentley
was among the very active members of the society. The funeral was
held at the home Monday afternoon and was in charge of Rev. F. W. Southworth,
pastor of the Horseheads Presbyterian Church. The Rev. J. C. Russell,
D. D., of Oneonta, a former Pastor of the church and a close personal friend
of the family was present and spoke of the noble character, unselfish life
and honest purpose of Mrs. Bentley's life. The bearers were the members
of the family - J. Fred Bentley, Frank S. Bentley, Hector E. Sayre, Dr.
Alfred J. Westlake, Wm. F. Sayre and T. Everett LaFrance. The remains
were laid at rest in Maple Grove cemetery. Van Buskirk Bros. had
charge. (Chemung Valley Reporter, Thu. 15 July 1909, Page 1)
SCHMICK Donald L. Age 79, of Sing Sing Rd., Horseheads, died after an illness Friday, November 3, 2006, in Cleveland, OH. His surviving family includes his wife of 55 years, Edna (Austin) Schmick; sons and daughters, Rodney Schmick of Canandaigua, NY, Joan Corby of Horseheads, NY, Paul (Brenda) Schmick of Horseheads, NY, Renee (Charles) McGowan of Nashville, TN; 13 grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Don was born July 20, 1927, the son of the late Elias and Ruth (Berry) Schmick in Elmira, NY. He was the last survivor of his 2 sisters and 4 brothers. Don was the son of the former proprietor of Schmick's Ice Cream. Not following with his father's vocation, Don was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and a retiree of Corning Inc., where he was a machinist for over 31 years. He attended the First Baptist Church in Horseheads. As a hobbyist, Don was a coffee enthusiast, and enjoyed a challenging crossword puzzle. Don was proud that the American Red Cross rewarded his lifetime donation of over 10 gallons of blood. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Wed., Nov. 8, 2006, from 1-3:00 p.m. and 5-7:00 p.m. Those wishing are encouraged to bring with them a story, a memory, or remembrance of Don that will assist us in building a wonderful story and memory book celebrating Don's life with us. Don's Funeral Service will take place in the First Baptist Church of Horseheads, 2293 Grand Central Ave., Horseheads, on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2006, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads where full Military Honors will be accorded.
SCHMITT Leonard Age 87 of Tavares, Florida formerly of Elmira, died Thursday, September 20th, 2001 at the St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira. He was born in Brighton, NY on July the 7th, 1914 as the beloved son of the late Jacob and Helen Gavitt Schmitt. Surviving Leonard are: his daughter and son-in-law Sandra and Thomas Green of Selinsgrove, PA, grandchildren; Robert and Margaret Green of Pine City, NY, Amy and Kevin Gray of Selinsgrove, PA, great grandchildren; Katie and Emily Green of Pine City, NY, Sarah and Nicolas Gray of Selinsgrove, PA, sister-in-law and care-giver Lena Leonard, sisters-in-law; Louise Saxbury of Elmira, NY, Mary Schmitt of Horseheads, NY and many nieces and nephews including Carol and Richard Curkendall. Leonard was predeceased by: his loving wife and devoted friend Isabelle Cady Schmitt in 1992, brothers; Howard and Donald Schmitt and sister; Marian Schmitt and his childhood best friends the Cady Boys. Leonard was a charter member of the Southport Volunteer Fire Department. He was retired from General Electric after more than 30 years of faithful service. Leonard was proud to be in the 25 year GE club and loved to garden, hunt, fish, travel, square dance, and play cards with the Cady boys. Many may remember Leonard for the many lawns he rolled and gardens he plowed in the 50's and 60's in the Elmira area. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY, Sunday, September 23rd, 2001 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Funeral services will be held there Monday at 10:00am with the Reverend Kenneth Miller officiating. Interment will follow in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make memorials in Leonard's name to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 7 East Syracuse, NY 13057 or American Heart Assoc., NYS Affiliate, Attn: Heart Gifts, PO Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220-3049.
SCHOMO - MILLER Edith Lucille Schomo
Of Pittsburgh, PA formerly of Horseheads, NY passed into The Loving
Arms of Jesus on Sunday November 25, 2007 at the age of 92. Edith will
be interred at a later date in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at
the convenience of the family. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lynch
Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. Edith is survived by
her sister Janette Ambroise-Chaumont of Bloomington, Indiana; son and daughter-in-law:
Arthur & Janet Ferguson of Pittsburgh, PA; several nieces, nephews,
cousins, and a host of caring friends. Edith was born June 30, 1915 the
daughter of the late William Ellis Schomo and Edith Claire Ferguson Schomo.
She was also pre-deceased by her brother William Schomo Jr. and by her
son David Jonathan Miller who died on June 17, 2007 with whom she resided
prior to his death. Mrs. Miller graduated from Elmira Free Academy and
Elmira Business Institute. She attended Mary Washington College and graduated
from Elmira College and did graduate work at two universities. Edith spent
most of her life in Elmira and Horseheads, NY. However, she was a teacher
for many years in Frankfort, NY. In her younger days she played the piano.
Edith was an avid tennis player having won the Elmira City Championship.
Edith was a scout leader for several years and also a leader of a sub-deb
club. She loved to travel with her two sons and had driven The Alcan Highway
in Alaska when the road was unpaved and a rock-strewn menace. A memorial
service will be held for Edith and her son David at a time to be announced.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/16/2007.
SCHOTT Simeon H.
Age 90, of Elmira, NY, died Sunday, December 21, 2008 at the Elcor
Health Services in Horseheads, NY. Simeon was born on January 9, 1918 in
Elmira, son of the late Henry and Violet (Joslin) Schott Sr. Survivors
include his brothers, Everett Schott and George (Norrine) Schott, both
of Elmira; several nieces and nephews. Committal prayers and Interment
will be private to the family and will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery.
The family of Simeon Schott would like to thank the entire staff at the
Elcor Health Services for the wonderful care Simeon received during his
stay there. Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/23/2008
SCHULZ Warren
Age 76, of Horseheads, NY, died Tuesday, August 4, 2009. He is survived
by sons, Robert W. Schulz, Thomas M. Schulz; daughter, Barbara Jean Evans;
seven grandchildren, Kristin, Alissa, Ryan, Chelsie Padgett, Thomas M.
Schultz, Jr., Kathleen Ann Hughlett, Melissa Schulz; great-grandchildren,
Ashley, Alanna Hughlett; special friend and dancing partner, Dottie Wood
and her family; sisters, Ellen Donnelly, Evelyn Rumsey; brother, Ronnie
(Lilly) Schulz; several nieces, nephews and cousins; preceded in death
by wife, Frances Vondracek Schulz; his father and mother, Reinbold and
Helen Schulz. Warren was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in the
Korean War and was a Life member of the Elmira Heights American Legion,
Horseheads Elks, Moose Club and VFW. The family will receive relatives
and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home, Thursday, August 6th from 7-9 p.m.
His Graveside Service will be held Friday, August 7th at 11 a.m. in Maple
Grove Cemetery, Deacon George Welch, officiating, internment will be with
Military Honors. Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/6/2009
SCHURMANN - LUBRANO, Joan S.
Of Horseheads, NY, 77, died at Kindred Wyoming Valley Hospital, Wilkes-Barre,
PA on February 18, 2009 following a long illness. She was predeceased by
her parents, Eric and Bertha Schurmann, and is survived by her loving husband,
Louis of Horseheads, NY. Also surviving are a nephew, Matthew (Mary) Lubrano
of Brewster, NY; a brother-in-law, Matthew (Josie) of Easton, PA; and a
niece, Cynthia Moran of Staten Island, NY; and several cousins. She was
a faithful member of the Horseheads congregation and several other congregations
of Jehovah's Witnesses for over 46 years. Internment will be in Maple Grove
Cemetery, Broad St., Horseheads, NY on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at 10
a.m. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at
4:00 p.m. in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 708 Lena Place, Elmira,
NY. Arrangements are under the direction of the James D. Barrett Funeral
Home. Published in the Star-Gazette from 2/20/2009 - 2/21/2009
SCOFIELD - Frances E. Johnson, age 85, of 418 B Camden Ave., Bldg. F-6, Horseheads, NY; Wednesday, February 14, 1996 at St. Joseph's Hospital after a brief illness. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Winton, in 1988 and is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Florence and Asdrubal Moya, brother-in-law, James Crawford, all of Elmira, NY; neices and newphews, Marjorie (Glenn) Marion, Robert (Ruthann) Scofield, Winifred Lee, Roberta (Chester) Bonin, Harvey (Shirley) Mix, Margaret (James) Buchanan, Alliene Robinson, Gertrude LeMoine, Mercedes (Charles) Fruitt and Dorothy Stermer, several great nieces and great nephews. Mrs. Johnson was a member of the Sullivanville United Methodist Church. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Saturday, February 17th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Rev. Larry Parker will officiate. Interment Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. (Elmira Star Gazette, Pg. 2b, Fri. 16 Feb 1996)
SCOGBURG - Janet S. Hartman
Age 76 formerly of Perry St. Horseheads, NY died on Monday May 14,
2001 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Relative & friends are invited
to call at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home Mill St. & Grand Central
Ave. Horseheads, NY on Thursday May 17, 2001 from 2-4 & 7-8 PM. Mrs.
Hartman’s Funeral & Committal Services will be held at the conclusion
of calling hours at 8 PM. The Rev. Anne L. Mowery will officiate. Mrs.
Hartman will be laid to rest next to her daughter Maggie in Maple Grove
Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The Family will provide their own flowers &
those wishing may remember Mrs. Hartman through memorial to the Alzheimer’s
Association Support Group, PO Box 588, Elmira, NY 14902-0588 - Elmira Star-Gazette.
SCOTT Gary Albert Age 44 formerly of Troy, PA and Elmira, NY died on Monday July 10 , 2006 after a courageous battle with Huntington's Disease. Gary was born October 13, 1961 in Troy, PA the son of Albert "Ted" Scott and Carol Ann Wylie Scott. He was a former employee of Cummings Lumber in Troy, PA. Gary was pre-deceased by his mother, Carol Ann Wylie Scott, who died on November 13, 1995 and his sisters Donna Scott Bryant who died on July 10, 2003 and Rebecca "Becky" Scott who died on December 10, 2005. He was also pre-deceased by his grandparents Thomas & Eleanor Wylie of Elmira, NY and Elmer & Alberta Scott of Troy, PA. Gary loved his family and friends and treasured the time he spent with them. Gary is survived by his loving daughters Destiny Scott and Melinda Scott of Monroeton, PA; his former wife and one of his caregivers Jill Scott of Monroeton, PA; his father: Albert "Ted" Scott of Horseheads, NY; brother and sister-in-law: Gregory & Shannon Scott of Edinboro, PA; aunts and uncles: Annette Wylie & Rick Sheen of Elmira, NY; Patty Wylie Hmiel of Elmira, NY; Barbara Doyle of Seattle, WA; Ricky Wylie & Joanne Weishaar of Honeoye Falls, NY; David Wylie of Elmira, NY and Thomas & Marley Wylie of Elmira, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Gravesite Service on Saturday July 15, 2006 at 1 PM at Maple Grove Cemetery 715 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. The Rev. Belvy White will officiate. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. Those wishing may remember Gary through memorials to Huntington's Disease Society of America (HDSA) Upstate Chapter 115 Hardwood Lane Rochester, New York 14616.
SCOTT - JAMES
Nancy (Scott) Formerly of Elmira, NY Age 49 of Abilene, KS died peacefully
on Saturday, July 23, 2005 at St. Francis Medical Center in Wichita, KS.
Nancy was born May 4, 1956 in Vineland, NJ, the daughter of Bert D. and
Thelma (Place) Scott. Her father, Bert 'Scotty' and her brother, Barry
Scott, preceded her in death. Nancy is survived by her son, Tyler D. of
Abilene, KS; daughters, Sarah S. James of Abilene, KS, Tiffany Hahn of
New Cambria, KS; loving mother, Thelma of Arizona; brothers, Tom, Brian
and Stacy Scott, all of Elmira, NY; sisters, Elizabeth (Clifford) Fairchild
and Lorraine Scott, all of Rochester, NY, Pamela Johns of Georgia, Debra
Martin of Salina, KS, Karen Graham and Amy Clifford, both of Arizona; grandchildren,
Kyle Brown and Kaytlynn Hahn of New Cambria, KS; along with several nieces,
nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Nancy was employed by
the Abilene Memorial Hospital in the housekeeping department. She was a
wonderful mother, loving daughter, a great sister and dear friend who will
be deeply missed by all but never forgotten. Family and friends are invited
to attend Graveside Services honoring Nancy's life on Friday, July 29,
2005 in Maple Grove Cemetery, 715 West Broad Street, Horseheads, NY at
1 p.m. Services will be celebrated by John P. Knapp. Local arrangements
by Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.
SCOTT Lena A.
Smith, Mrs. Lena A., age 78, of 64 Perry Ave., Corning, N. Y., formerly
of Sullivanville, Thursday, January 25, 1968. Friends are invited
to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, Saturday 2 to 4 and 7 to
9 p.m. Funeral and commital there Sunday at 2:30 p.m. The Rev.
John Wolfe. Interment Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. Survived
by daughters, Mrs. Daniel (Irene) Rodabaugh of Horseheads, RD 3, Mrs. Durwood
(Marguerite) Phillips of Corning, Miss Elaine Smith with whom she resided;
sons Lawrence of Corning and L. William of Beaver Dams, RD 1; step-daughter,
Mrs. Eloise Sturgeon of Suffolk, Virginia; step-sons, George A. Smith of
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Axtell Smith of Freeville, N. Y.; sister Mrs. Ada
Burlew of Seneca Falls RD, 16 grandchildren, three great great grandchildren;
several nieces and nephews. She was the widow of Hiram L. Smith and
a member of the Sullivanville Methodist Church. (Elmira Star Gazette,
Page 11, Saturday, 27 January 1968)
SCRIVEN - SKORCZEWSKI
Priscilla Scriven Kincaid
Age 68 of 487 Sawdey Road Horseheads, NY died on Friday February 29,
2008 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Priscilla was born March 6, 1939
in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Edward H. and Susie A. Leonard Scriven.
Priscilla was also pre-deceased by her son Paul "Skipper" Kincaid who died
on August 1, 1981 and by her brothers Gilbert "Joe" Scriven in 1999 and
Jerry Scriven who died on November 14 , 2005. She was also pre-deceased
by her first husband of 29 years Paul Kincaid who died on December 20,
1999. Priscilla was a member of The Full Gospel Church of Catlin Center.
She loved her family and friends and cherished the time she spent with
them. Priscilla is survived by her husband Kurt Skorczewski; her children
Paulette & Paul Verrette of Dayville, CT, Brenda Mazzarella of Horseheads,
NY, Dawn & Jim Horner of Rogers, CT, Jeffrey & Donna Kincaid of
Dayville, CT, Susan & Danny Simpson of Danielson, CT, and Todd Kincaid
& Barbara Blanchette of Plainfield, CT; 10 grandchildren; sisters and
brothers-in-law: Sandi & Donald Boom of Horseheads, NY, Sally &
Fred Brownell of Hahira, GA, Cheryl & Raymond Ball of Beaver Dams,
NY; brothers and sisters-in-law: Warren "Spike" & Dawn Scriven of Beaver
Dams, NY, Neil "Shorty" & Kristen Scriven of Horseheads, NY, and Connie
(Mrs. Jerry) Scriven of Horseheads, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins,
and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call
at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Tuesday
March 4, 2008 from 1-2 PM. Priscilla's Funeral Services will be held at
the conclusion of calling hours with the Rev. Patrick A. Neyman officiating.
Priscilla will be laid to rest next to her beloved son "Skipper" Kincaid
in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The family will provide their
own flowers and those wishing may remember Priscilla through memorials
to The Full Gospel Church of Catlin Center 2014 Chambers Road Beaver Dams,
New York 14812. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/2/2008.
SEARS SARAH MARIE HAMMOND BUMP
Age 96 went peacefully to be with the Lord on Sunday May 6, 2007 surrounded
by her loving family. Mrs. Bump was born March 31, 1911 in Wellsboro, PA
the daughter of the late LeRoy and Cora Ethel Herbert Sears. She was also
pre-deceased by her brothers and sister Jesse L. Sears, Evelyn Suhr, and
Herbert Sears. Sarah was a member of The First United Methodist Church
of Horseheads. She was a loving mother and grandmother who devoted her
life to her children and grandchildren and she will be dearly missed by
all. Mrs. Bump is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Shirley &
Winfield Yahn of Trenton, NJ; son: James Hammond of Lawrenceville, PA;
twin daughters and sons-in-law: Judy and James Frey of Horseheads, NY and
Jane & James Russell of Nichols, NY; grandchildren: Dennis, Doug, Laurie,
Richard, Jeanna, Colena, Jaymie, Lanette, Mike, Dick, Tammy, Chris, and
Scott; 18 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren; several
nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends
are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads,
NY on Tuesday May 8, 2007 from 7-9 PM. Mrs. Bump's Funeral Services will
be held at the Funeral Home on Wednesday May 9, 2007 at 11 AM with the
Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery
in Horseheads, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those
wishing may remember Mrs. Bump through memorials to Bethany Manor Skilled
2 c/o Tom Santibianco 3005 Watkins Road Horseheads, NY 14845.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/8/2007.
SEELEY Robert B. - Devoted Arnot Ogden Volunteer - Age 90, of Elmira, NY, died unexpectedly at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Friday, August 24th, 2007. Robert is the son of the late Luke D. and Rachel Lodwick Seeley, born on October 25th, 1916 in Galeton, PA. He is predeceased by his wife, Virginia Neff Seeley, whom he dearly missed. Robert worked a great portion of his life on the Erie/ Lackawanna and Conrail Railroad as a conductor. For the last eight years he has volunteered at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, which he enjoyed very much. He was a proud United States Army Veteran of WWII, serving in the Military Railway Service 722nd ROB. He was an active member of VFW Post #901 of Elmira and the American Legion Clarence Oliver Post #154 in Elmira Heights, NY. Surviving Robert is his daughter and son-in-law, Vicki (George) Milunich of Binghamton, NY; son-in-law, Timothy Horan of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Geoffrey and Gregory Milunich, both of Binghamton, Michael Horan of Elmira, Robert W. (Jeanette) Seeley of Sun Berry, PA, Rollin (Amanda) Seeley of Ohio, Todd (Janet) Gates of PA, Amy Vanderhei of Wisconsin; five great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Mavis (Mike) Micknich of Elmira; many nieces and nephews. Robert is also predeceased by his children, Sharon Seeley, Robert J. Seeley and Marcia Horan. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904, Sunday, August 26th, 2007, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be held at the conclusion of the calling hours at 4:00 p.m. His friend, the Reverend Ted Richards will officiate. Interment will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make memorials in Robert's name to the Arnot Ogden Foundation, c/o Auxiliary, 600 Roe Avenue, Elmira, NY 14905, or the Chemung County Dept. of Aging & LTC "Alzheimer's Facilitator Group", P.O. Box 588, Elmira, NY 14902-0588. Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/25/2007
SEEM
Richard "Dick" Star-Gazette RetireeAge 85, formerly of 86 Morningside
Drive, Elmira, died peacefully on June 29, 2000 at Madonna Heritage Home
in Jarrettsville, Maryland. He was born on April 20, 1915 a home in Elmira,
New York. His parents were the late Thomas and Leontine Seem of West Third
Street. He graduated from Elmira Free Academy in 1933 and received a B.S.
in Economics from the Wharton School of Finance at University of Pennsylvania
in 1937 where he was a member of the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. Upon graduation,
he began his 40-year career with the Star Gazette in Elmira, serving as
retail advertising manager, business manager and controller and chief accountant.
During World War II, Dick was the executive officer of an LST in the Atlantic
and the Mediterranean and participated in the invasion of Southern France.
He subsequently received the rank of Lieutenant Commander and commanded
an LST ammunition ship in the Atlantic and Pacific. His ship carried occupation
troops to Japan. In 1947, he was appointed by the U.S. Department of the
Navy as Commander of the Local Naval Reserve Unit to be established in
Elmira. He retired as Lieutenant Commander in the Naval Reserve in 1954.
Dick was always a helper of mankind. He gave much to the community throughout
his years as President of the Community Chest, President of Rotary Club,
President of Arctic League, a member of the Board of Directors of the YMCA,
Board Treasurer and Advisory Council member of the Lend-A-Hand organization.
Dick was named a Paul Harris Fellow for the Rotary Club and was a lifelong
honorary member of the Rotary Club of Pontllanfraith, Wales. He was a recipient
of theYMCA Layman's Award and the Elmira Kiwanis Club Layman's Award for
his church and community activities. Dick was an Eagle Scout and a former
counselor at Camp Seneca. He later became a member of the executive council
of the Sullivan Trail Council, Boys Scouts of America. His scouting experience
was one of the most rewarding experiences of his life and he took great
pride in presenting his grandson, Chris, with the Eagle Scout Award in
1994. The greatest part of his life was his service to God. He was a member
of the First Presbyterian Church in Elmira for over 50 years. He was a
Sunday School Teacher, a member of numerous church committees and Clerk
of the Session. During his life, Dick never lost faith in the goodness
of people. He touched many lives because of his kindness and positive attitude.
He was always a gentleman and a gentle-man. Dick was predeceased by his
beloved wife Peg in 1999. He also was predeceased by his brother, Donald
and a granddaughter, Kristin Michelle. His surviving family included his
daughters and their husbands, Marty (Mrs. Ray Banghart) of White Hall,
MD and Sandy (Mrs. Ken Connolly) of Easton, CT, as well as the grandchildren,
Christopher, Kevin, and Kelly Connolly and Tracy and Andrew Banghart, will
greatly miss their grandpa's humor, crafty cards, wise sayings, and gentleness
of nature. Dick was also survived by his brother-in-law, Robert (Arlene)
Osmun and sister-in-law, Virginia Osmun and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service is planned at First Presbyterian Church, W. Clinton
Avenue, Elmira, New York, in August at a time to be announced. A private
burial with Military Honors will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery. Flowers
are gratefully declined. Anyone wishing to make contributions, may do so
in Dick's memory to the Five Rivers Council, Boy Scouts of America, PO
Box 5190 Horseheads, NY 14944, or the First Presbyterian Church of Elmira
1054 W. Clinton St. Elmira, NY 14905. Arrangements with Barber Funeral
Home of Horseheads, New York.
SEYMOUR William C. Sr. Age 84, of Elmira, NY, died on Friday, January 12, 2007. William was predeceased by his wife Theresa Seymour and son, Carl Seymour. Survivors include his sons, William (Rose) Seymour Jr. and Earl (Donna) Seymour, both of Elmira; daughters, Connie Hamilton of Elmira, Beverly (Calvin) Springstead of NC, Lois Foster of Elmira, Linda Howe of Elmira, and JoAnn (Matthew) Talvi of PA; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; along with many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, January 17th from 1 to 2 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place there at 2 p.m. with Pastor Richard Hack officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.
SHAPPEE Mrs. Josephine Ostrander
Age 78, of 829 South Ave. Horseheads, NY., Sunday, October 13, 1991
at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. after an extended illness. She
is survived by her husband of 50 years, Paul J. Ostrander Sr.; son &
daughter-in-law Paul J. Jr. & Patricia Ostrander of Erin; daughters
& sons-in-law, Sylvia & John Baxter, Elsie & Don Hutcheson
of Savannah, Ga.; 19 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; sisters, Genevieve
(Mrs. Pierson) Mosher of Cayuta. Mrs. Geraldine Austin of Long Beach, CA;
Mrs. Harries Risley of Sidney, NY., Mrs. Susan Eileen Bell of Bellflower,
CA; brother Clarence Shappee of VanEtten; numerous nieces & nephews.
She was predeceased on March 3, 1970 by a daughter, Josephine Ryan &
also by brothers, Lloyd, Charles, & Clifford Shappee. Josephine was
born in Horseheads, March 12, 1913, a daughter of Clifford & Florence
Lounsbury Shappee. She was a licensed practical nurse, retired from Arnot
Odgen Hospital & was a member of the “Retreads“ Mrs. Ostrander was
a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Horseheads. She had also served
as a volunteer at BOCES, Red Cross Blood Bank & RSVP. Friends are invited
to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, NY, Wednesday
, from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 pm. Her Funeral Service will be held there on
Thursday at 11 am. The Rev. Jeffrey S. Bell will officiate. A Committal
Service will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. It was Josephine request that
those wishing express their sympathy by Memorials in her name to the charity
of one’s choice.
SHANNON SHARE, age 4, daughter of Arthur and Donna (Morgan) Share of 1135 Ponderosa Drive, Horseheads, NY, very unexpectedly died on Saturday, May 17, 1975. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held there on Tuesday at 11 a.m., the Rev. Robert A. Delorme. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. In addition to parents, she is survived by maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald F. Morgan of Horseheads; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Dawn Share of RD 1 Erin; paternal grandfather, Arthur J. Share of RD 1 Erin, maternal great-grandparents, Mr. Earl Clark and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Morgan, all of Canton, PA; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. –Elmira Star Gazette.
SHAUL Ella Louise Age 98, formerly of Arbor Manor and long time resident of Ithaca Rd., Horseheads died Saturday, August 11, 2001 at Elcor Health Services Center. She is survived by nieces and nephews, Clinton Carpenter of New Hartford, NY, Robert Harris of Wellsburg, NY, Edith Bruce of Central Square, NY, Beatrice Southard of Erin, NY, Vene Raplee of Caton, NY, Effie Bonham of Corning, NY, Robert Shaul of Elmira, NY, Lawrence Shaul of Corning, NY, Edward Faulkner of Horseheads, NY and Richard Harris of Erin, NY; several grandnieces and grandnephews, great-grand nieces and nephews and great-great- grand nieces and nephews. Predeceasing her were her brothers and sisters, Augusta Carpenter, Jessie Harris, Benjamin Shaul Sr., Henry Shaul and an infant sister; nieces and nephews, Jessie Hall Walter Carpenter, Benjamin Harris, John Harris and Glen Harris. Ella was born January 12, 1903 in Alexandria, MN. In her earlier years she was employed at Elmira College and throughout much of her life, she was a devoted caregiver to her family. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, NY on Tuesday, August 14, 2001 from 5-7:00 PM. Her funeral service will take place there, at the funeral home, at the conclusion of calling hours at 7:00 PM. The Rev. Larry Parker will officiate. Interment, Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads.
SHAW - WILLETT, Marion Ellen
Age 89 of Horseheads, NY died peacefully at the Chemung County Nursing
Facility, Thursday May 14, 2009. Ellen was born July 9, 1919 in Elmira,
NY a daughter of the late Justus and Margaret Miller Shaw. She worked as
a cashier for the Grand Union in Horseheads, NY for over 30 years. Ellen
was predeceased by her husband, Edward L. "Red" Willett on May 25, 1998.
She is survived by her children, Kenneth (Maxine) Willett of Horseheads,
NY, Janet Willett of Round Rock, TX, Linda Klahr of Spring, TX and Nancy
Bottcher of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Chad, Michelle, and Dayle; great
grandchildren, Aarion and Abigail; brothers; Richard (Betty) Shaw and William
(Eleanor) Shaw; sister, Barbara (Joseph) Grabowski; brother-in-law, John
(Jean) Willett; special friends, Donald Gray and Marge Blodgett and several
nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will welcome relatives and friends
to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads,
NY on Sunday, May 17, 2009 from 2-5 PM. Mrs. Willett's Funeral Service
will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday, May 18, 2009 at 10 AM with
a special friend of the family and Reverend, Gerald Thurman. She will be
laid to rest with her husband at Maple Grove cemetery immediately following.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 5/15/2009 - 5/16/2009
SHEESLEY Wayne L.
age 65 of Horseheads, NY died on Tuesday July 1, 2008 very unexpectedly
at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY as the result of an accident.
Wayne was born on February 24, 1943 in Lewistown, PA the son of the late
Lester and Mary Stumpff Sheesley. Wayne was the owner and operator of Sheesley's
Sewer Service Inc. in Horseheads, NY from 1961 until he sold the business
to Michael Cowan in November of 2002 and has enjoyed his retirement. He
married his wife Nina Kochowiec Sheesley on October 5, 1963 and they would
have celebrated their 45th Wedding Anniversary this year. Wayne was a long
time member of the Horseheads Elks Club; he was past president for 10 years
and a current board member of the Chemung County Rod and Gun Club and a
member of The Friends of the NRA Committee. He was pre-deceased by his
parents and his sister Diana E. Hardy. Wayne is survived by his loving
wife Nina Sheesley; sons and daughters-in-law: Floyd and Andrea Sheesley
of Vermont; Dale and Teri Sheesley of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren: Ryan,
Ashley, Iverson and Zofia Sheesley; sister and brother-in-law: Judy and
Gary Hill of Horseheads, NY; numerous sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law;
those who were like brothers Wade (Ellie) Smith and Lee (Shirley) Moore.
Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318
West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Sunday July 6, 2008 from 1-3 and 6-8
PM. Wayne was not a suit and tie person so casual attire is preferred.
Wayne's Funeral Services will be held at the Elmwood Baptist Church in
Elmira Heights, NY on Monday July 7, 2008 at 1 PM with David Sullivan Officiating.
Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery immediately following. Flowers are acceptable
or those wishing may remember Wayne through contributions to the Chemung
County Rod and Gun Club P.O. Box 338 Breesport, NY 14816. "The best is
yet to come." Published in the Star-Gazette from 7/3/2008 - 7/6/2008.
SHERIFF - NICHOLSON
Grace C. Age 84, of Horseheads, NY. She was born December 25, 1920
in Schuylhill Haven, PA, daughter of the late George and Ida (Schaeffer)
Sheriff, and died Saturday, May 14, 2005, at Our Lady of Mercy Skilled
Nursing Facility in Guilderland, NY. She was predeceased by her husband
of 58 years, Jasper C. Nicholson on April 7, 2004; and is survived by her
loving son and daughter-in-law, James A., Sr. and Leah Nicholson; grandchildren,
James A., Jr. and Catherine Nicholson, all of Voorheesville, NY; and great-granddaughter,
Hallie Grace Nicholson. Mrs. Nicholson was deeply religious and a very
active communicant of St. Casimir's Church. She devoted her life to helping
others and was loved by all who knew her. She retired from the N.Y.S. Department
of Labor in Elmira. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent
Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Wednesday, May
18th, from 5 to 8 p.m. Prayers will be offered there on Thursday, May 19th,
at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St.
Casimir's Church. Rev. Eugene Dobosz, Celebrant. Committal prayers and
interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.
SHERMAN –MRS. SUSAN HAMILTON, widow of Jacob Hamilton died this morning (Oct. 16, 1929) at the home of her son, Bruce Hamilton at Horseheads after an extended illness. She is survived by three sons, Cash of Veteran, Walter and Bruce of Horseheads; a brother, Charles Sherman of Rathbun. The remains repose in the Chilson & Shields Funeral Home, Horseheads where the funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. The Rev. C. W. Newman will officiate. Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. –Elmira Star-Gazette 10/16/1929
SHETLER Ronald L.
Retired Chemung County Tax Director
Age 65 of Pine Valley, NY died on Tuesday September 18, 2007 very unexpectedly
after a courageous battle with Picks Disease. Relatives and friends are
invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads,
NY on Sunday September 23, 2007 from 5-8 PM. Ron's Funeral Services will
be held at the Funeral Home on Monday September 24, 2007 at 10 AM. Interment
in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where Full Military Honors will
be accorded Mr. Shetler. Those wishing may remember Ron through memorials
to The Horseheads Animal Shelter or The Chemung County SPCA. A more complete
notice will appear in Friday's Edition.
SHETLER Ronald L.
Retired Chemung County Tax Director
Age 65 of Pine Valley, NY died on Tuesday September 18, 2007 very unexpectedly
after a courageous battle with Picks Disease. Ron was born on August 31,
1942 in Williamsport, PA the son of the late Harry and Marian Simpson Shetler.
Ron was raised by his grandparents Luther & Ida Simpson and was a graduate
of South Williamsport High School. He was a Vietnam Veteran serving his
country with the U.S. Navy. Ron married his wife Rita J. Brewer Shetler
on January 15, 1966 in Cogan House by Pastor Ron Savitts and they celebrated
their 41st Wedding Anniversary on January 15, 2007. Ron began his working
career selling cars with his Uncle Bud in Williamsport, PA. Ron and Rita
moved to the area and he worked for Weiler Mapping in Horseheads. He served
our community for 21 years as the Real Property Tax Director for Chemung
County in Elmira, NY. Ron was a member and Past President of The Horseheads
Kiwanis Club where he served on various committees including being one
of "Santa's Elves" at the Annual Christmas Party. He was also a member
of the Elmira College Hockey Booster Club. Ron was an avid fisherman, hunter,
and frog hunter who loved trout fishing with his father-in-law at Seneca
Lake. He loved the New York Rangers Hockey and was an avid NASCAR fan.
Ron dedicated himself to his job and served as an auctioneer for Chemung
County Real Property and the Surplus Auction at the Fairgrounds, the Town
of Catlin Zoning Officer, an Assesor for the Town of Veteran, and was very
active in several State Committees in Albany. Ron was a member of The American
Legion Post 1612 in Big Flats and a life member of the NRA. He always had
a joke and made an impact on several people. Ron loved his family and friends
and treasured the time he spent with them especially the family vacations
at Seneca Lake and Myrtle Beach, SC. Ron is survived by his loving and
devoted wife Rita J. Brewer Shetler; loving daughters and sons-in-law:
Ronna & Eric Best of Binghamton, NY and Robin & Jim Rockwell Jr.
of Horseheads, NY; beloved granddaughters: Leah Best and Katie Rockwell;
his precious Shih-Tzu, Molly; sister and brother-in-law: Candace and Robert
Burbridge of San Jose, CA; sister-in-law: Delores Brewer of Trout Run,
PA; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends. The
family would like to thank the doctors and staff at Elcor for their excellent
and compassionate care of Ron during his stay at Elcor. Relatives and friends
are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads,
NY on Sunday September 23, 2007 from 5-8 PM. Ron's Funeral Services will
be held at the Funeral Home on Monday September 24, 2007 at 10 AM. Chaplain
David Knuppenberg will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in
Horseheads, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Shetler.
Those wishing may remember Ron through memorials to The Horseheads Animal
Shelter 150 Wygant Road Horseheads, NY 14845 or The Chemung County SPCA
Rt. 352 Elmira, NY 14903. Published in the Star-Gazette on
9/21/2007.
SHOOK - The Elmira Advertiser - Tuesday Morning - April 24, 1917
- Page 7
Lewis R. Shook
At the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edward Rose, in the town of Veteran,
the death occurred last night of Lewis R. Shook, 67 years old, and for
many years a resident of this county. He is survived by one daughter,
with whom he had been making his home; four brothers, Benjamin and David,
of Williamsport, and Phillip and William, of Watsontwon, Pa.; four sister,
[sisters,] Mrs. A. D. Barto, Mrs. Catherine Weaver, and Misses Sarah and
Mallie Shook, all of Watsontown.
The funeral will be held from the home on Thursday afternoon at 2:30
o’clock, and the interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.
SHOOK
The Elmira Advertiser - Wednesday Morning - April 25, 1917 - Page 2
Lewis R. Shook
The funeral of Lewis R. Shook, who died at the home of his daughter,
Mrs. Edward Rose, in theh [the] town of Veteran will be held at the home
Thursday at 2:30 p. m. Burial in Maple Grove cemetery, Horseheads.
SHOOK
The Elmira Advertiser - Thursday Morning - April 26, 1917 - Page 7
Lewis R. Shook
The funeral of Lewis R. Shook will be held at the home of his daughter,
Mrs. Edward Rose, in the town of Veteran, to-day at 2:30 p. m. Buria
[Burial] in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.
SHOOK - The Elmira Advertiser - Tuesday Morning - April 24, 1917
- Page 7
Lewis R. Shook
At the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edward Rose, in the town of Veteran,
the death occurred last night of Lewis R. Shook, 67 years old, and for
many years a resident of this county. He is survived by one daughter,
with whom he had been making his home; four brothers, Benjamin and David,
of Williamsport, and Phillip and William, of Watsontwon, Pa.; four sister,
[sisters,] Mrs. A. D. Barto, Mrs. Catherine Weaver, and Misses Sarah and
Mallie Shook, all of Watsontown
SHULTS –MRS. MARIE SWARTWOOD, 56 of 114 Orchard St., Horseheads Saturday, June 6, 1959. Survived by husband, Fred Swartwood of Pine City; sons, Charles Swartwood of Erin and Fred Swartwood Jr. of Horseheads; father and stepmother, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Shults of Horseheads; brother, Theodore Shults of Milan, Pa.; six grandchildren. Body at the VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral Home. Calling hours today 7 to 9 p.m. and Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Tuesday at 2 p.m., the Rev. William R. Harvey. Maple Grove Cemetery. –Elmira Sunday Telegram 6/7/1959
SIMMONS George A. Age 49, of 708 Oak St., Elmira, NY. He was born February 24, 1957 in Douglas, GA, son of the late George, Jr. and Jannie (Coney) Simmons, and died Friday, April 28, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center after an extended illness. He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Arzella (Taylor) Simmons; children, Lane (Vivian) and Laura Simmons, both of CT; brothers, David (Sheila) of Johnson City, NY, Larry (Rose) and Arthur (Alicia), both of Garner, NC, and Joseph of Elmira; sister, Barbara Simmons of Raleigh, NC; along with a host of nieces and nephews. George was employed with Sanmina SCI in Owego. He was a founding member, minister and musician at Word of Faith Church. Family and friends are invited to visit All Saints Home C.O.G.I.C., 351 E. Fifth St., Elmira, on Tuesday, May 2nd, from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. His funeral service will be held at 12 Noon. Rev. Pendexter D. Mack, his Pastor, will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.
SIMS –MRS. GERTRUDE SIMS RIKER age 43, of 211 Weller Ave., Horseheads died Friday, Sept. 27, 1963. Survived by her husband, Vincent O. Riker; daughters, Sharon, Kathleen, Darlene all at home; son, Frank of Pine Valley; sisters, Mrs. Anna Daugherty of Friendship, N.Y., Mrs. Harriett Morse of Canton, Mrs. Emma Combs of Elmira, Mrs. Florence Sox, Mrs. Ruth Daughtery both of Miami, Fla., Mrs. Mary Friends of Covington, Pa.; three grandchildren. Body at Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads. Calling hours are today from 7 to 9 p.m., Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Monday at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Bruce Harrison. Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads
SINN - CURKENDALL
Purla Jean Age 67 of Level Acres Drive Horseheads, NY formerly of Elmira,
NY and Ithaca, NY died at home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday
November 15, 2006. Purla was born March 16, 1939 in Ithaca, NY the daughter
of the late Russell and Virginia Longhouse Sinn. Jean was married to her
husband Pete Curkendall for more than 45 years. She worked in many restaurants
in the Elmira area including Light's Bakery. Jean was also pre-deceased
by her brothers Albert Longhouse and Gerald Sinn as well as brothers-in-law
and sister-in-law Dick Curkendall and Bill and Jean Curkendall. She was
a member of American Legion Post #442 Auxiliary. Jean was a loving wife,
mother, and grandmother who touched everyone who had the opportunity to
know her. She will be dearly missed by all, including her beloved dogs
Pepe and Peachy. Jean is survived by her husband of over 45 years Pete
Curkendall; her four children: Perry (Susan Harvey) Curkendall of Potomac
Falls, VA, Guy (Tami) Curkendall of Elmira, NY, Peter (Renee) Curkendall
of Liverpool, NY, and Brenda (Larry) Munger also of Liverpool, NY; 12 grandchildren
and 1 great grandson; sister and brother-in-law: Virginia "Sis" & George
LaDue of Ithaca, NY; sister-in-law: Barbara Sinn of Ithaca, NY; brothers-in-law
and sisters-in-law: Chuck & Belle Curkendall of Elmira Heights, NY,
Marlene & Pete Velletri of San Antonio, Texas and Carol Curkendall
of Florida; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host
of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch
Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Friday November 17,
2006 from 7-9 PM. Mrs. Curkendall's Funeral Services will be held at the
Funeral Home on Saturday November 18, 2006 at 10 AM with Pastor Diane Wheatley
officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The family
will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mrs. Curkendall
through memorials to Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East Corning Road Corning,
NY 14830 or a charity of one's choice.
SKELLY LUCILLE M. "RED" WILLIAMS
Lucille M. "Red" - Age 82 formerly of Fisherville, NY died on Thursday
August 9, 2007 in St. Pauls, NC. Lucille was born November 11, 1924 in
Elmira, NY the daughter of the late George and Nila Raymore Skelly. She
married her husband Dwight Williams who pre-deceased her on June 8, 1982.
She was also pre-deceased by her sons Edward J. Williams who passed on
December 4, 1993 and by her son Steven S. Williams who died on March 24,
1995 and by her brother Carolus "Sonny" Skelly. Lucille was a retired switchboard
operator at The Arnot Ogden Medical Center with over 35 years of dedicated
service. She loved her family and friends and treasured the time she spent
with them. Lucille is survived by her daughters and son-in-law: Sharon
Hutchings of St. Pauls, N.C. and Judy & Rob McGregor of Mio, Michigan;
adopted daughter: Terri Turner of St. Pauls, N.C.; 7 grandchildren, 13
great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren; sister-in-law: Donna
Skelly of Bath, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring
friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral
Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Monday August 13, 2007 from
1-3 PM. Mrs. Williams' Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion
of calling hours. Lucille will be laid to rest next to her husband and
sons in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. Published in the
Star-Gazette from 8/11/2007 - 8/12/2007.
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