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This page includes obituaries of people with connection to our three counties but not buried in them or cemetery not identified. If local cemetery is known, see the Obituaries by Cemetery section of the site. |
AMSDILL - Dorothy Grace Rosette, age 86, died on Wednesday, March 26, 2008. She was born in Wilson, NY on January 14, 1922, the daughter of Albert and Hilda Amsdill. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband, Fred on January 16, 2000 with whom she celebrated fifty years of marriage. The beloved matriarch of a large and loving family, Dorothy raised four daughters, Cathy (Richard) Hallenbeck, of Rome, NY; Patricia (Donald) Hutches of Bath, NY; Margaret Carter of Rochester, NY and Dorianne (David) Hunt of Albany, NY. Dorothy dearly loved her fourteen grandchildren, twenty-six great-grandchildren, and six great-great grandchildren. Additionally, Dorothy was predeceased by her sister Violet Babyak and survived by her brother, Clayton (Faye) Hauck, brother-in-law, Stephen Babyak, many special nieces and nephews’ plus countless friends. An accomplished career woman, Dorothy was proud to be named the first female foreperson of the bottling department at Taylor Wine, Co. Upon her retirement from Taylor, Dorothy founded a successful craft business, where she was known for her artistic quilt designs and unique jam recipes for “Gram’s Jams.” Dorothy lovingly created original quilts for each member of her family. Dorothy found great joy in helping others as an active volunteer for several organizations, including mentoring younger women as a Girl Scout leader. She served in numerous capacities as a member of her much-loved Hammondsport United Methodist Church including choir member, Sunday School teacher, youth craft chairperson, administrative board member, trustee, and flower chairperson, often incorporating flowers from her own lovely garden in the arrangements she displayed at the church. Dorothy was famous for her infectious smile and delicious baked goods, donating countless treats to bake sales for her church and her daughters’ activities. Donations in Dorothy’s memory may be made to the Hammondsport Methodist Church Youth Programs, and Sunday School as well as the Seven Lakes Girl Scout Council in Hammondsport, NY. Calling Hours will be Saturday, March 29th from 1:00 – 2:00pm at the Methodist Church in Hammondsport followed by a Memorial Service and luncheon in church undercroft. Arrangements are by the LaMarche Funeral Home of Hammondsport. - Corning Leader, 27 Mar 2008
AULT - Clarice E. Ault, 89, a life long resident of Williamsport, died Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at The Gatehouse in Divine Providence Hospital. She was born November 7, 1918 in Williamsport, the daughter of Harry and Clarice McClellan Miller. She retired in 1976 from Sears, Williamsport and was a member of the Top of the Hill Club, Williamsport. Clarice was predeceased by her husband, Harold, who died in 1976. Surviving her is a son, Stephen L. (Carolyn) Berger of Mt. Laurel, N.J.; two sisters, Alda Hartman and Shirley Franquet both of Williamsport; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 28, 2008 at St. Mary Episcopal Church, 912 Almond Street, Williamsport, PA 17701, with Rev. S. Shellman Baer officiating. Burial will follow in Montoursville Cemetery. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Gatehouse, c/o Providence Health System Foundation, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701. Arrangements are by Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 26 mar 2008
BIERLY - Neva Beth Eck, 85, of 205 Schoolhouse Road, Jersey Shore,
died
on Tuesday, March 25, 2008. She died peacefully
at ManorCare Health Center. Born in Antes Fort, on May 22, 1922, she was
the daughter of Claude and Blanche Bierly. On November 21 1947, she married
Raymond D. Eck of Oval. She is survived by her husband and two sons, Rodney
(Susan) and Gary (Diane) of Jersey Shore. Also surviving are five grandchildren:
Renee (Brian) Mariniello of East Aurora, N.Y.; Amy (John) Pecchia of Oval;
Andrew Eck of Camby, Ind.; Benjamin and Samuel Eck of Jersey Shore; four
great-grandchildren: Brandon Vartenisian, Brady Schneider, Sara and Daniel
Pecchia, all of Oval; and two step-great-grandchildren, Degen and Anthony
Marinello of East Aurora, N.Y. Neva is also survived by brothers, Vinson
Bierly of Waterville and Seth Bierly of Lock Haven. Predeceasing her were
her brothers Ardell and Enfield Bierly of Jersey Shore. Neva graduated
from Jersey Shore High School in 1941 and attended Anderson College in
Anderson, Ind. Before her marriage she worked at Sylvania, but after her
marriage, her family and her home were what brought her great satisfaction.
Neva also took much pleasure in sharing her love of Christ with others.
She was always willing to bear witness to the blessings that the Lord provided
in her life. Neva was a member of Crossroads Community Church. She attended
Jersey Shore Church of God for many years where she sang in the choir,
taught Sunday School and participated in women’s ministry. She was a member
of the Jersey Shore Garden Club, where she cultivated her love of growing
and arranging flowers. Neva was an accomplished artist and especially loved
painting with watercolors and oil. Other hobbies that she loved were sewing,
quilting and reading. On Monday, March 31, 2008 at Rearick-Carpenter Funeral
Home, “ A Life Celebration Home” 1002 Allegheny Street, Jersey Shore, a
private family visitation will be held at 9:30 a.m. Neva’s Life Celebration
will begin when the family receives friends from 10-11:30 a.m., with a
memorial service to follow. Her pastor John Phillips of Crossroads Community
Church will officiate. Interment will be in the Oval Cemetery at the convenience
of the family. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be
made to the Crossroads Community Church Building Fund at 701Allegheny Street,
Suite 12, Jersey Shore, PA 17740 or the Alzheimer’s Association 225 N.
Michigan Ave., Fl. 17 Chicago, Ill. 60601-7633. - Williamsport Sun Gazette,
28 Mar 2008
BIGLER - Lt. Col. Ret. Roy Lee Bigler, 76, of 7 Wildwood Road, Laconia, N.H., died Monday, March 24, 2008, after a short bout with cancer. The son of Clarence and Laura (Jackson) Bigler, he was born March 10, 1931 in New Salisbury, Ind. Entering the U.S. Air Force, he completed Aviation Cadet Training in San Antonio, Texas in 1952. Roy later went on to teach navigation until 1956 at Goodfella Air Force Base in Texas. He completed pilot training in 1957 going on to graduate from squadron officer school in 1959. Being stationed in numerous places in the U.S. flying B-47s and B-52s, he eventually logged in over 7,000 flight hours. In 1966, while attending the University of Omaha, he received a B.S. in business, later retiring in 1972 and moving to Kensington, N.H. where he was involved in the restoration of colonial houses and real estate. Survivors include: his wife of fifty years, Joan L. McCarty-Bigler of Laconia; a son, Mark D. Bigler of Laconia; a daughter, Lori A. Nava of San Diego, Calif.; six grandchildren, Melissa Bigler of Laconia, Kyle Bigler and Seth Clifford both of Barnstead, and Alex Lopez, Eric Lopez and Miguel Nava all of San Diego; two brothers, Wilbur Bigler of New Albany, Ind.; and Chester Bigler of Plymouth, Ind.; one sister, Helen Rainbolt of Clarksville, Ind. and several nephews and nieces. In addition to his parents, Roy was predeceased by a brother, Paul Bigler. Calling hours will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday, March 31, 2008, in the Carriage House of the Wilkinson-Beane Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. A private graveside service will be held at the New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery, Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen, N.H. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Community Health & Hospice, Inc., 780 North Main Street, Laconia, N.H. 03246 or to the Concord Regional Visiting Nurses Association, PO Box 1797, Concord, N.H. 03301. Wilkinson-Beane Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is in charge of the arrangements. - Towanda Daily Review, 27 Mar 2008
BOGLE David, 71, Beloved husband and father. He is survived by a loving wife of 43 years and four children. He also leaves three grandchildren. He served in the US Air Force, retiring, including two tours of duty in Vietnam. He was also a union member in a local manufacturing facility and was a member of the A.F.S.A. He was a well-traveled man that loved his country and family very much. He will be greatly missed by all that really knew him. All services are private. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/30/2008.
BRANT - Elwood F. Brant, 93, formerly of Pennsdale, died Thursday, March 27, 2008, at the Muncy Valley Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit. Born in Montgomery on March 3, 1915, he was a son of the late Ernest and Amanda (Frey) Brant. His wife of 63 years, the former Ione Lose, died July 12, 1997. A 1933 graduate of Muncy High School, he was employed by Sprout-Waldron (now Andritz) in Muncy for 37 years until retiring in 1979. Elwood was a member of Sprout’s Quarter Century Club. He enjoyed outdoor activities, especially fly-fishing. Elwood was an avid Penn State fan and also liked to play cards. Surviving are two sons and one daughter-in-law, Roger E. and Lois Brant of Williamsport and Peter L. Brant of Hughesville; 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. The flowers will be provided by the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 57 N. Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701. The family is being assisted by Grenoble’s, 121 S. Main St., Muncy. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 29 mar 2008
BREWER - Susan K. Brewer, 53, Milan, died on Monday, March 24, 2008 at home unexpectedly. Susan was born on July 24, 1954 in Syracuse, N.Y. Susan loved to watch TV, plant flowers, photography and taking trips. She was predeceased by: her step-father, Ralph Ward; sisters, Nancy Kurtz and Betty Ward; brother, Bill Ward; grandparents, Con and Clara Brewer, Fred and Cora Ward and Malcolm and Margaret Ellers. She is survived by: her mother, Yvonne Ward, and father, Erving Brewer; siblings, Tamara and Tom Reynolds, Sis and Dave Campbell, Becky and Gordon Dietz, Kim and Ken Bentley, Gregg and Linda Ward, Kelly and Mike Miner and Brett Ward; several aunts and uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2008 at 2 p.m. at the Greater Valley Assembly of God, 200 West Lockhart Street, Sayre, with Rev. Chris Gray officiating. Arrangements are under the supervision of the Lowery Funeral Home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at a later date. - Sayre Morning Times, 24 Mar 2008
BRIGGS - Former Corning resident, Thelma (Perk) B. Hornstein, died on Saturday, March 22, 2008 in Renton at the age of 90. Thelma Baker Briggs was born in Corning, New York, on February 17, 1918 to Lemuel and Julietta Briggs. She graduated from Corning High School and from Houghton College, Houghton, New York. She married Searles Hornstein in 1940, and they became the youth leaders of the Corning Presbyterian Church for several years. Perk held various jobs in Montgomery, Alabama, Atlanta, Georgia, and San Antonio, Texas as she followed her husband, who was a “stateside” x-ray technician in the U.S. Army during World War II. The family lived in Wyoming, New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, Washington, Montana, and South Dakota before moving to Bismarck, North Dakota in 1974 for thirty-two years. Searles died in 2000, and Perk moved to Renton, Washington in 2006 to be near her daughter. She loved to travel and visited Spain, South Africa, Morocco, the U.S. and British Virgin Islands, the Panama Canal, Mexico, Canada, and all the states in the U.S. She also loved to play bridge, read, and work crossword puzzles. Perk is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Glen Scholtes of Kent, Washington; her granddaughter and husband, Eryn and Josh Frank, great-granddaughter, Olivia, and great-grandson, Noah, all of Rockford, Illinois; a nephew, Robert Ende, his wife, Theresa, and their daughter, Tenaya, of Los Altos, California; a niece, Lucinda Reid of Chichester, New Hampshire; and a cousin, Marian (Garner) Ryder of Horseheads, New York. The family has requested that any memorials be given to the Bismarck Presbyterian Church’s Day Care Center or a charity of the donor’s choice in Thelma’s name. - Corning Leader, 28 Mar 2008
BRINK - Arlene Fern Warner, 78, entered into rest on Easter Sunday, March 23, 2008 at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital. Arlene was born on January 5, 1930 in the village of Endicott, NY, the daughter of the late Ross and Marjorie Brink. She was loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Arlene enjoyed fishing, crocheting and word puzzles. Arlene was predeceased by her son Jeffrey; sister, Harriet; brother, Carlton; grandson, Jacob; and granddaughter, Sandra. She is survived by her children, Victor and Barbara Warner, Chesten and Sheryl Warner of MI, Trixie and Owen Buck of MA, Robin and Bonnie Warner, Joelene and Clarence McGray, Joseph Warner, Jr. and his companion, Doris Edwards, all of FL, Tina and William Wilcox of Clockville, NY, Marjorie Rothchild and Troy Warner of Bath, NY; several nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. At Arlene’s request, there will be no calling hours. Her Memorial services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are being handled by Bond-Davis Funeral Home of Bath. - Corning Leader, 26 Mar 2008
BRUSH - Monroe J. Brush, 76, formerly of Lake Street, Hammondsport, died Friday, March 28, 2008 at the Taylor Health Center. He was born August 25, 1931 in Prattsburgh, the son of John Earl and Esther Gertrude Bennett Brush. Monty lived in Avoca for several years before moving to Hammondsport in 1937. He started working at Mercury Aircraft in 1950 and retired from there after many years of service. He was a longtime member of the Rebecca’s and the Odd Fellow Lodge, one of the founders of the Hammondsport Volunteer Ambulance Corp, and a member of the Hammondsport Fire Department. Surviving are his sisters, Onalee J. Clark of Bath and Edna Bailey of Elmira; several nieces, nephews and cousins, all of whom helped him over the years. At his request, there will be no calling hours. Committal services will be in Pleasant Valley Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to the Taylor Health Center, 7571 State Route 54, Bath, NY 14810 in his name. - Corning Leader, 28 Mar 2008
BUSH - Ruth I. Hatfield, 97, of Bath, NY died Monday, March 24, 2008 at the Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital. She was born in Lancing, MI, August 25, 1910, the daughter of Custer and Pearl A. Smith Bush. She worked with her husband for 20 years operating Hatfield’s Store. Ruth attended Michigan University. She was a member of the First Presbyterisn Church of Bath and also worked with the Girl Scouts for many years. She is survived by her daughter, Susan (Robert) Hamilton, 932 West Wind Place, Virginia Beach, VA 32452, her son, Thomas Hatfield of Bath, NY, two grandsons, Scott (Amy) Hamilton of Virginia Beach, VA and Eric (Sabrina) Hatfield of Bath, NY; great grandchildren, Casey Furia, Mason Hamilton, Austin Hamilton and Briana Hatfield, nephews Bruce (Marcia) Bush of Lincoln, CA and Robert (Alanna) Bush of Anthem, AZ. She was predeceased by her husband Robert Hatfield in 1992. Friends may call on Thursday March 27, 2008 from 2:30-3:30 pm at Fagan's Funeral Home, 31 West Morris St., Bath, NY. A Memorial service will follow at 3:30 pm at the Funeral Home with Reverend Douglas Madden officiating. Burial will be in the Grove Cemetery. - Corning Leader, 25 Mar 2008
BUTLER - Charlotte B. Robinson, 85, of Chestnut St., Athens, Pa., died peacefully Friday morning, March 28, 2008 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law. Charlotte was born on September 30, 1922 in Newark Valley, NY a daughter of the late John and Dora (Quick) Butler. She attended elementary school in Newark Valley and was a graduate of Johnson City High School Class of 1941. On October 21, 1944, she married George L. Robinson and together they owned and operated a family farm in Windham Summit. During the 1940’s Charlotte was employed by Bell Telephone Company as a phone operator. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing, and shopping. Charlotte was devoted to her family, although she always found time as a volunteer for the American Cancer Society and the Towanda Elementary School. In addition, she also served on the Northeast Bradford School Board during the 1950’s. Mom, you will be forever remembered and forever missed. Charlotte is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Gayle and David Cooley, Jr of LeRaysville, Pa; daughter Shirley Robinson of Midlothian, Va.; a son and daughter-in-law Ray Sr. and Sandra Robinson of Owego; her special grandchildren Ray Robinson Jr., Rhaylene Cooley and her husband Tom Pardoe, Clifford Robinson, and Victoria Cooley. She was predeceased by her husband George L. Robinson on July 11, 2004 and her brother Douglas Butler in 1967. Abiding with Charlotte’s wishes, there will be no services. A private interment will be held at the convenience of the family in the Nichols Cemetery. Memories and condolences for Charlotte’s family may be shared by visiting our Web site at www.sutfinfuneralchapel.com. Memorial contributions in Charlotte’s memory may be directed to your local chapter of the American Cancer Society. - Sayre Morning Times, 29 Mar 2008
CARTY - Mr. David William Carty, age 49 of Franklin, TN, March 22, 2008. David, raised in his early years in Portland, OR, was a 1977 graduate of Williamsport Area High School in PA. He was a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, Class of 1981, and Valedictorian of his MBA class at Kent State University in Ohio. Upon receiving his commission in the Navy, he was selected for the Nuclear Submarine Service in the last group approved by Admiral Rickover. He served four years on the USS Glenard P. Lipscomb (SSN685). After leaving the Navy in 1986, he worked for Lukens Steel Co. in Coatesville, PA and in various management positions in Chicago, IL; Birmingham, AL; Cleveland, OH; Lancaster, PA; Valparaiso, IN; and Brentwood, TN until his death for what is now ArcelorMittal USA. Until his health declined, he was involved in competitive and recreational bicycling as well as providing leadership for his children in Scouting and coaching in the Girls Softball Association of Franklin. Survived by wife, Sarah Stelle Carty; son, Garrett Carty; daughters, Shannon and Sheridan “Kate” Carty all of Franklin, TN; parents, Bill and Janet Carty of Dalton, MA; brothers, Robert (Cherie) Carty of Germantown, WI, Peter (Carmina) Carty of San Clemente, CA and Timothy (Kathy) Carty of Charlton, MA; sisters Jeanmarie (Glenn) Lawson of Pittsfield, MA and Elizabeth (Jason) Yantorno of Stamford, CT; sisters-in-law, Beth Stelle Jones of DesMoines, IA and Anne Stelle Cole of Chicago, IL; several nieces and nephews. Services will be conducted 11:00AM Friday, March 28, 2008 at Franklin First United Methodist Church, Dr. Lynn Hill, the Rev. Roger Parker, and the Rev. Vona Wilson officiating. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, the Wounded Warrior Project, or a charity of your choice . Visitation will be 4-8PM Thursday at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church. Williamson Memorial Funeral Home, 3009 Columbia Ave., Franklin, TN. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 27 mar 2008
CERVONI - Richard L. Cervoni, age 81, of Thurston, NY, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 26, 2008. The family will receive friends at Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen, on Saturday, March 29, from 1:00 – 3:00pm. A funeral service will be held following the visitation at 3:00pm at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will be held at Montour Cemetery at a later date. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joyce Cervoni; sons, Ron (Gloria) Cervoni, and Vaughn (MaryEllen) Cervoni, all of Corning; brothers, Lewis and Lester Cervoni, both of Painted Post; 5 grandchildren, Tammie (Orie) Copp, Nichole Cervoni, Brieanna Cervoni, Katelyn Cervoni, and Brooke Cervoni; 2 great-grandchildren, Kayla and Steven Copp; and sister-in-law, Alice Cervoni, of Watkins Glen. He was predeceased by brothers Chester and Russell Cervoni. He and Joyce lived in the Steuben County area most of their lives. Dick worked for Corning, Inc. as an electrician. He retired after working there 47 years. His hobby included motorcycle riding and he enjoyed building many homes. Memorials in his memory may be made to the Parkinson Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509 New York, NY 10018 - Corning Leader, 27 Mar 2008
CHAMBERLAIN - Sharon A. Foust, 60, of Hughesville, died on Sunday, March 23, 2008, at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, after an extended illness. She was born in Muncy on January 15, 1948, a daughter of the late Harry and Betty (Williams) Chamberlain. Sharon was a 1965 graduate of Hughesville High School. After high school, she attended nursing school and was employed by the Williamsport Hospital. Later in life, she owned and operated Sharon’s Pantry (formerly Boyer’s Restaurant) in Hughesville, and for the past 20 years, she was employed by Hoss’s Steak and Seafood House, in Williamsport, as a dining room and training manager. She was very active with the Picture Rocks United Methodist Church, and doing volunteer work, especially with the March of Dimes “Walk-a-Thon”. She is survived by one daughter, Tiffany Foust of Philadelphia, two brothers, Larry Chamberlain of Hughesville, and Marc W. (Joyce) Chamberlain of Ithaca, N.Y. Friends and family will be received on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at the McCarty-Thomas Funeral Home, 557 E. Water St., Hughesville. A memorial service will be held on Friday at 2 p.m. at the Picture Rocks United Methodist Church, with her pastor, the Rev. Gerald L. Wagner, officiating. Sharon’s family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Central PA Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 800 Corporate Circle, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 26 Mar 2008
CLARK Richard L.
Of Davis Road in South Corning, NY, died Friday, March 28, 2008, at
his daughter's home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Corning
on September 17, 1944, to Bernard and Dorothy (Cady) Clark. He retired
from Kennedy Valve in Elmira, NY, in 2000, where he had worked as a machinist.
Dick served his country in the Army. He enjoyed watching sports on TV and
John Wayne movies. He devoted a lot of his time to his grandchildren. He
is survived by his longtime companion, Sally Teeter of Corning; stepdaughters,
Kathy Bavisotto of Corning, and Linda (Allan) Salyerds of Painted Post;
one son, Jeff (Vickie) Teeter of Corning; stepmother, Dorothy Clark of
Corning; six brothers, Edward Clark of Corning, Bernard Clark of Corning,
Larry Clark of Inverness, FL, Robert Clark of Galeton, PA, Ronald Clark
of North Carolina, Donald Clark of Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Samantha,
Jeofferey, Cassondra, Anthony, Alexandria, Jessica, Selena, and Brandon;
two great-grandchildren, William and Jacob. He was predeceased by two brothers,
Gerald and Bruce Clark. Friends may call on Thursday, April 3, 2008, from
5 until 7 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 17 W.
Pulteney Street in Corning, where Memorial Services will be held at the
conclusion of calling hours at 7 p.m. Burial will be in Hope Cemetery in
Corning. Memorial donations may be made in Dick's name to the South Corning
Volunteer Fire, 1 Clark Street, Corning, NY 14830. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 3/30/2008.
DERR - Granville P. “Gran” Derr Sr., 84, of 304 N. Arch St., Montoursville, died Thursday, March 27, 2008, at Valley View Nursing Center following a brief illness. He and his wife, the former Margaret R. Easches, observed their 60th wedding anniversary on June 7, 2007. Gran was an Army veteran of World War II, and retired from Sylvania after 31 years of service. Gran was a member of the former Williamsport Area Management Club and a past President. After retirement Gran volunteered as a tax preparer for the elderly through AARP. He was a member of the Faith United Methodist Church, a 1941 graduate of Williamsport High School, a member of the Montoursville American Legion Post 104 and the Williamsport Area Stamp Club. He also enjoyed model railroading. Born September 14, 1923 in Williamsport, he was the son of Paul A. and Verna Cecilia Yeagle Derr. Surviving in addition to his wife are son, G. Paul (Molly) Derr, Jr. of Williamsport; daughter, Susan A. (Robert) Hooton of Colorado Springs, CO; sister, Anne D. Van Dusen of Lancaster; grandchildren, Sarah (Levi) Torrison of Mesa, AZ; Robert Hooton III of Colorado Springs; and Kelly L. Derr of Williamsport; and great grandson Elijah Torrison of Mesa. A Celebration of Life service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, 700 Fairview Dr. Montoursville, with Pastor David McCullough officiating. There will be a visitation from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the church. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. The family will provide the flowers and suggests contributions be made to the church or Susquehanna Hospice, 1001 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701. Knight-Confer Funeral Home. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 29 Mar 2008
ECKENSTINE - Sara R. Natterer, 98, of Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village, Lewisburg, died there Saturday, March 22, 2008. She was formerly of the Salladasburg area. She was born March 12, 1910 in Salladasburg, a daughter of Asa Rudolf and Rosanna Babcock Eckenstine. Her husband, Arthur Natterer died in 1974. She was a homemaker. She is survived by one brother, Larue Eckenstine of Lewisburg, TN, along with several nieces and nephews. In keeping with Sara’s wishes, her services will be handled privately and at her family’s convenience. Her family will also provide flowers. Sara will be laid to rest in Jersey Shore Cemetery. Rearick-Carpenter Funeral Home, “A Life Celebration Home”, of Jersey Shore is handling arrangements - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 25 Mar 2008
EDWARDS - Mae LaFrance, 80, of RR1, Box 1487, Laceyville, PA, died at the Golden Living Center in Tunkhannock early Thursday morning, March 20, 2008. She was born in Meshoppen on Jan. 11, 1928, the daughter of the late Burr and Ermel White Edwards. Mrs. LaFrance was the wife of the late Haskell LaFrance, who died in 1986. When she was able, she attended the Auburn Baptist Church in West Auburn for many years. Surviving are her daughter and her husband, Rose and Harry Hodgson of West Auburn, along with her two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Henry Edwards of New York, also several nieces and nephews. Mrs. LaFrance is also survived by her best friend, Mrs. Janice Gensel of Laceyville. Memorial services were held on Wednesday evening, March 26 at 8 p.m. from the Sheldon Funeral Home, Main St., Laceyville, with Rev. Tim Barnett of the New Hope Ministry, officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in the Jersey Hill Cemetery. Family and friends called at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 7 p.m. until the time of the service. - Wyalusing Rocket Courier, 27 Mar 2008
ELLIFTAWI - Ismail Atiyeh Ahmed Elliftawi Jr. (Mikie), of Montoursville, died March 24 at home. Born Sept. 21, 1977, Ismail attended Williamsport Area School District. He was a past member of Pennsdale Volunteer Fire Company. He was a graduate of Mount Joy Trucking Academy. Ismail is survived by his long time companion, Michelle Loner of Montoursville. He was the proud father of two daughters, Naheda (Nina) Elliftawi at home and McKenzie Petrarca of Pennsdale, and a stepson, Chad Petrarca of Pennsdale. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary June Rossman-Elliftawi and a brother, Isreal Elliftawi. Surviving are three brothers, Atiyeh Elliftawi and Ahmed Elliftawi of Williamsport, also Kevin Rossman of Auburn. Ismail had a brotherly love for a long time family friend, James Harris of White Deer. Also surviving is his father, Ismail Elliftawi of Jerusalem and several other brothers and sisters from out of state. Numerous nieces and nephews, too numerous to mention. Ismail was an enormous fan of the band “Styx”, and he had a love for his brothers and his extended family. Ismail enjoyed a good game of whiffle ball with his brothers. Ismail’s life passion was being part of the Pennsdale Fire Company where he volunteered a lot of his time. He also spent a significant amount of time researching his Palestinian heritage. Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 27 Mar 2008
FOULKROD - Mr. Earl D. Foulkrod, 80, long time resident of South Williamsport, died Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at Sycamore Manor Health Center, Montoursville, after a rather extensive illness. Mr. Foulkrod was a member of the Saint Mark’s Lutheran Church at Williamsport. He had attended grade school and high school at New Kensington. He was a member of the graduating class of 1946 from Ken High School. Earl had been an active volunteer as a scout leader with the Boy Scouts of America in the Pittsburgh area. Earl also enjoyed music. He played both the piano and the organ. He also enjoyed woodworking and gardening. Earl moved to South Williamsport in 1959. He found his life work in retail hardware sales, with brief stints into the wholesale business. Earl had been employed by both the former Neyhart’s and Prior & Sallada Company of Williamsport. Earl became a master gardener in his early retirement and founded “Sodbusters”, an organization for disabled persons to work with their hands. He was always willing to help other people. Born December 2, 1927 at Tarentum, he was the son of the late Earl Jennings and Hazel McLaughlin Foulkrod. Surviving are his sister, Nita J. Peck and his brother-in-law, Colonel Jim Peck, United States Air Force, retired, of San Antonio, TX, his niece, Pamela Breithaupt of Cedar Park, TX, his two grand nephews, Jon Unverzagt of Houston, TX and Christopher Breithaupt of Cedar Park, TX. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 28, 2008 at 11 a.m. at Saint Mark’s Lutheran Church, 142 North Market Street, Williamsport. His pastor, the Rev. Kenneth R. Elkin, will officiate. Interment will be at the Mound Section of Wildwood Cemetery, Williamsport. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation in the Chapel of Saint Mark’s Church on Friday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. The family will provide the flowers. The family suggests that contributions in memory of Mr. Earl D. Foulkrod may be made, if so desired, to either Saint Mark’s Lutheran Church, 142 North Market Street, Williamsport, PA 17701 or to Sycamore Manor Health Center, 1445 Sycamore Road, Montoursville, PA 17754 or to North Central Sight Services, 2121 Reach Road, Williamsport, PA 17701. Arrangements are being directed by the Charles M. Noll Funeral Home, 1 East Central Avenue, South Williamsport. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 27 Mar 2008
GARR - Beatrice Garr Latimer, 93, formerly of Sheridan Street in Williamsport, died on Sunday, March 23, 2008 at The Meadows Assisted Living Center. She was born in 1914 in Pittsburgh, the daughter of John and Mary Schessler Garr and had lived in Montoursville and Williamsport since 1956. Beatrice had been a sales assistant at Britt’s Department Store for a number of years, and had been a member of the Williamsport Country Club and of the Montoursville Presbyterian Church. She was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Ivan N. Latimer, who was formerly General Manager of the Jones & Laughlin Wire Rope Division, Muncy, in 1996. Beatrice was also predeceased by a brother, Jerome and sisters, Esther Buka and Lucille Wolfram. Beatrice is survived by a son, Thomas E. Latimer of Houston, Texas; two grandchildren, W. Christopher Latimer of Denver, Colo., and Elizabeth Latimer LoCaste of Houston, Texas; and four great grandchildren, Zachary Latimer, Cate, Samuel and Molly LoCaste. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m., Thursday March 27, in the Community Room at the Meadows, 2160 Warrensville Road, Montoursville, with the Rev. Dr. G. Oliver Wagner officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family, who will also provide the flowers. Arrangements are by Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 25 Mar 2008
GARRISON - Mrs. Ellen Irene Garrison Moore, 90, of Plano, Texas, died Monday, March 24, 2008 at Plano, Texas. Ellen was born November 12, 1917 at Williamsport, the daughter of the late John W. and Kathryn Elizabeth Wright Garrison. She married Carl W. Moore, a highly decorated veteran who served in the United States Army Air Force during World War II. Longtime residents of South Williamsport, Ellen was employed in the Office of Register and Recorder of the Lycoming County Courthouse and Carl was a mechanic and accomplished soloist for events and ceremonies in Williamsport. She is survived by her sons, Ronald and his wife, Claire of Plano, Texas, and David and his wife, Thuy of McClean, Virginia; grandchildren, Ronnie, Emily, Richard, Michael, Arielle, and Kayla; and great grandchildren, Haydenn, Eilam, and Jonas. Ellen was preceded in death by her husband, Carl, who died in 1966. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 31, 2008 at the Charles M. Noll Funeral Home, 1 East Central Avenue, South Williamsport. Reverend Jane Stahl Lentz, Minister of Visitation at Pine Street United Methodist Church, will officiate. Interment will follow at East Wildwood Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends at the visitation on Monday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 27 Mar 2008
GETTIG - Earl “Pete” Gettig Jr., 66, of Bellefonte, died Monday, March 24, 2008 at his home. He was born on July 29, 1941 in Bellefonte, a son of the late Earl G. Sr. and Eleanor A. Lucas Gettig. He was united in marriage to Nancy J. Gettig, who survives at home, on March 30, 2002, at Sylvan Hills Christian Service Camp in Howard. Pete was a 1959 graduate of Bellefonte High School. He was most recently employed with CATA as a supervisor of dispatch. He was a member of the Howard Christian Church. Pete was an avid hunter and outdoorsman. He loved sporting events of all kinds. He especially enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He also loved his dogs, Duke and Max. In addition to his wife, Pete is survived by five daughters, Anita M. (Keith) Tressler, Amy L. (Jeffrey) Brand, Nancy J. (Wayne R.) Fishburn, Tammy A. Snook (Robert J. Whitehill) and Jackie R. (Donnie E.) Hockenberry; two sons, Scott A. (Betsy S.) Gettig and Andrew P. (Tara E.) Gettig; three sisters, Connie J. Gettig, Barbara E. Gettig, and Lois A. Gettig; and 17 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Elizabeth A. Gettig, in February 1965. A memorial service and celebration of Pete’s life will be held Thursday, March 27, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. at Howard Christian Church, Walnut Street, Howard, with Pastor’s Mark Riley and Wes McElravy officiating. Burial will be private at the Jacksonville Cemetery. Friends will be received on Thursday from 6 p.m. until the time of services at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 123 S. Sparks St., State College, PA 16801. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 26 Mar 2008
GREENE - Mr. W. Dale Greene, 93, of North Main Street, died Wednesday, March 26, 2008, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem, N.C. He was born March 1, 1915, in Watauga County to the late William Johnson and Ada Coffey Greene. Mr. Greene was a retired dairy farmer. He had also worked for H. Rockwell & Son Feed Service in Pa., for many years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Velma Greene Day. Survivors include: his wife of 71 years, Pauline Greene of the home; two daughters, Sharon Harbac of Newark Valley, N.Y. and Norma Wilcox of Canton, Pa.; a son, Randy Greene of Mocksville; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, March 28, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Boone, N.C. The body will be placed in the church 30 minutes before the service. Burial will be in Old Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Boone, N.C. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 27, at Eaton Funeral Home. - Towanda Daily Review, 27 Mar 2008
GROSS - George B. Gross Sr., 85, of 1865 Beauty Ave., died Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at home with his family in attendance. He and his wife, the former Edith A. Strailey, observed their 60th wedding anniversary on June 28, 2007. George was a Coast Guard veteran of World War II, and retired from C. A. Reed. He was a member of the Heshbon-Park United Methodist Church and the original Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 5 at the church. Born May 15, 1922 in Elizabeth, NJ, he was the son of Mortimer John and Margaret Hennessey Gross. Surviving in addition to his wife are son, George, Jr. of Williamsport; daughters, Ruth A. Taylor of Elimsport, Audrey E. Darsam of Waveland, Miss., Anne M. Confer of Cogan Station and Edith J. Mitchley of Montoursville; sister, Margaret Adelaide Price of Sun City, AZ; eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He was predeceased by an infant son, Richard, brother, David and a sister, Nancy Angle. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, 2898 Heshbon Road, Williamsport, with Rev. Dr. David A. Keller and Rev. Dr. Wayne L. Hepler officiating. There will be no visitation. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at Wildwood Cemetery. The family will provide the flowers and suggests contributions be made to the church music fund or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Knight-Confer Funeral Home. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 36 Mar 2008
HALL - Amy L. Hall, 43, of 513 High Street, Williamsport, died Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at the Williamsport Hospital & Medical Center, Williamsport. Born January 24, 1965 at Williamsport, she was the daughter of the late Arthur L. and Doris L. Swank Hall. Amy was a devoted homemaker and mother. She enjoyed camping and the outdoors. Surviving are her daughter, Shelby Hall, and her two sons, Zachary Hall and Zachary Shaffer, all of Williamsport, her three sisters, Susan I. Hunt of Minersville, Dorothy J. Maguire of Portland, OR, and Cindy Faye Marshall of Aloha, OR, her three brothers, Alan W. Hall of Dewart, Scott B. Hall of Lock Haven, and David M. Hall of Unityville, her fiancé, Lawrence P. Shaffer of Williamsport, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her late parents, she was also preceded in death by her two late sisters, Vickie Lee Hall “Shadow Hawk”, and Jessie L. Hall. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Friday, March 28, from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Charles M. Noll Funeral Home, 1 East Central Avenue, South Williamsport. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 27 Mar 2008
HAYES - Margaret H. Congdon, age 94, a resident of Beacon and formerly of Poughkeepsie, died Thursday, March 20, 2008 at Elant at Fishkill, Beacon. Born in Jersey Shore, PA on April 15, 1913, she was the daughter of Leonard and Catherine Lane Hayes. She married Clinton P. Congdon on November 25, 1937 in Albany. He preceded her in death on January 13, 1996. Mrs. Congdon was a graduate of Albany Business College. She was employed by IMB in Albany and later by Forbes Business Services, Poughkeepsie. She is survived by her daughter, Peggy Stella and her husband John of Beacon, two granddaughters, Cindy Rizzo and her husband Erick of Bethel, Conn., and Michelle Stella of Castle Rock, Colo., and three grandchildren, Elizabeth and Samantha Rizzo and Lucas Storey. The family will receive their friends on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Halvey Funeral Home Inc., 24 Willow St., Beacon. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, March 26 at 10 a.m. at St. John Evangelist Church, 35 Willow St., Beacon. Entombment will follow in Poughkeepsie Rural Community Mausoleum, 342 South Avenue, Poughkeepsie. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 25 mar 2008
HENDERSON - Elner E. “Dolly” Plant, 86, a resident of the Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, and formerly of South Main Street, Lewistown, died at 10:10 p.m. Sunday, March 23, 2008 at the manor. Born August 31, 1921 in Kingsport, she was the daughter of the late Iven and Nellie (Baker) Henderson. She was preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. John J. Plant on Sept. 15, 1992. Children surviving are Jim J. Plant and his wife Judy of Ulysses, Dennis “Jack” Plant and his wife Suzanne of Millerstown, Donald A. Plant and his wife Jane of Greeley, Colo., John J. Plant Jr. and his wife Nancy of Moultrie, Ga., and Paul D. Plant and his wife Leslie of Emporium and daughter-in-law, Thelma Plant of Port Royal, along with 16 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons, John I. Plant and the Rev. Robert John Plant; two grandsons, Brian and Robert J. Plant Jr. and four brothers, Wilbur, Lester, Alex and Clifton Henderson. She was a homemaker, a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, where she was a church choir member. She was a devoted wife of the Rev. John J. Plant and was very supportive of his ministry in the area and out of the area, including local charges, Grove Memorial UMC, Glenwood UMC and Milroy UMC, Grace UMC, Newton Hamilton UMC and Beavertown UMC. Her funeral service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church, 101 Logan St., with the Rev. Rick Bender officiating. Interment will be in Lind Memorial Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Grace United Methodist Church, 101 Logan St., Lewistown, PA 17044 or to the church of one’s choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home, 200 N. Main St., Lewistown. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 25 Mar 2008
HOOVER - Laura M. Johnson, 74, of Downingtown, died Monday, March 24, 2008 at the Neighborhood Hospice Inpatient Unit in West Chester. She was born August 4, 1933 in Sunbury, the daughter of William P. and Catherine L. Bischof Hoover. Laura was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Bonita Springs, Fla. She was a 1951 graduate of Sunbury High School and had worked for Equinox in Williamsport, and also for Laglon Apparel in Sunbury. She enjoyed needlepoint, walking, traveling, flowers, and nature. On Dec. 30, 2007 she celebrated her 51st wedding anniversary with her husband, Truman Johnson Jr. In addition to her husband she is survived by two sons, Mark E. Johnson of Fort Myers, Fla., and Wayne E. (Jennifer) Johnson of Houston, Texas; a daughter, Alicia K. (Thomas) Brittain of Downingtown; a brother, Thomas Hoover of Milton, and nine grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, and by a brother, William P. Hoover Jr. The funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, March 28, at the Spitler Funeral Home, 733 Broad St., Montoursville, with the Rev. Vicki Pry officiating. Interment will follow at Twin Hills Memorial Park. Friends will be received on Friday from 1 – 2 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Northeastern Region, 63 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 26 mar 2008
HOSMER - Leona H. Heisey, 84, of Homestead Lane, Jersey Shore, died Monday, March 24, 2008 at Manor Care, Jersey Shore. She was born April 16, 1923 in Jersey Shore, a daughter of Fred L. and Effie L. Elsbree Hosmer. She was a 1941 graduate of Jersey Shore High School. She received her degree from the former Lock Haven State Teachers College in 1945. She was a Librarian for 39 years at Lock Haven University, where at the time of her retirement was an Associate Services Librarian. Early in her life she was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Jersey Shore and later Epworth United Methodist Church, where for many years was the Superintendent of the children’s Sunday school. She sang in the choir and was a member of the adult Sunday school class and the United Methodist Church Women. Since 1978 she has been a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the King’s Daughters Sunday School Class and the Calling and Caring Ministries program. She was a member and past president of Phi Kappa Phi; the Pennsylvania State College and University Retired Faculty Assoc.; the Lock Haven Alumni Assoc.; past member of Kappa Delta Phi; the Pennsylvania Library Assoc.; and the Jersey Shore Public Library Board of Trustees. She enjoyed visiting people, her “card ministry”, caring for others and was a faithful, loving wife to her husband, Jay R. Heisey, whom she married in 1965. Besides her husband Jay, Leona is survived by one nephew, Thomas L. Hosmer, three grand nephews, four grand nieces, four great grand nieces and six great grand nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister, Helen L. Hosmer, in 1987, and a brother, Leon C. Hosmer, in 1980. Leona’s Life Celebration will begin with a visitation on Thursday, March 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Rearick-Carpenter Funeral Home, “A Life Celebration Home”, 1002 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore, with services following on Friday at 1 p.m. from Trinity United Methodist Church, 1407 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore, with her pastor, the Rev. Richard B. Cartwright, officiating. Interment will be in Jersey Shore Cemetery. Her family suggests contributions be made to either the Jersey Shore Public Library, 110 Oliver St., Jersey Shore, PA 17740, or the Trinity United Methodist Church, 1407 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore, PA 17740. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 26 Mar 2008
HOWELL - Abby Holmes Potter, a long-time summer resident of Armenia Mountain, Troy, Pa., died on March 25, 2008, at Fox Run, her home since 2007. Together with Tom Potter (1917-2003), her husband of nearly 62 years, she enjoyed the beauty and tranquility of the Pennsylvania mountains and the ancestral history that helped define her. Since 1918 she spent nearly every summer at Woodburn, her mountain home. Born on July 26, 1918, in Brooklyn, N.Y., Abby attended Erasmus Hall; Highland Hall (graduated 1936), Vassar College (B.A. 1940), and Columbia University (M.A. 1942). Tom and Abby were married in 1941. From the outbreak of World War II, when Tom served as a pilot in the U.S. Army Air Corps, until his retirement in 1971, she lived an Air Force life. During this time she raised seven children, was teacher and professor of English at the School for the Blind in Bangkok, Thailand; Albany High School and Albany Junior College in Georgia; and McKendree College in Illinois. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma. In 1971, Abby and Tom moved to Tallahassee, where she remained until 2007. She volunteered her time with a broad array of community services, including the Area Agency on Aging; the American Association of University Women, for which she served as vice president; and the LeMoyne Art Gallery, for which she served as a board member. Potter took an active role with AAUW in lobbying for the Equal Rights Amendment, and was an AAUW delegate to the Beijing Conference on Women. She was co-founder of the Tallahassee Cold Night Shelter, now known as the Leon County Shelter, Inc. For her many community contributions, she was awarded the AAUW Valiant Woman Award and the Tallahassee Social Services Volunteer of the Year Award in 1990. In Pennsylvania, she regularly attended meetings of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Red Hat Society, the Garden Club, the Allen F. Pierce Library Book Discussion, the Rotary Club, the Thursday Study Club, and the annual Blossburg Library Garden Party, where she performed poetry readings. Abby also attended the biannual PowerPunch luncheons for women in Cliffside Park, N.J. A member of the First Presbyterian of Tallahassee and the Olde Covert Church on Armenia Mountain, she generously supported the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the American Civil Liberties Union, Common Cause, and the Initiative for Global Development. Abby is survived by her six children and spouses: Abby and Jim Werlock of Mainesburg, Pa.; Jennifer and John Winton, Dewey Potter, and Amy and John Gibson, all of Seattle, Wash.; Tim and Kathy Potter of Rockledge, Fla.; and Meg and Matt Potter of Englewood, Fla. Other survivors include her sister Hazel Wellman's children, Ward, of Charlotte, N.C., and Tony, of Fairfield, Conn., whom she helped raise and whom she considered her son; and her brother Frank Howell's children, Laurie Hime, of Miami, Fla.; Abbie Clifford, of Durango, Colo.; and Priscilla Windham and Lisa McGreevy, both of Ocala, Fla. Potter had six grandchildren: Adam Silver of Los Angeles, Calif.; Ben Silver, of Kauai, Hawaii; Eve Wright of Seattle, Wash., and Colin, Molly, and Tommy Gibson, of Seattle, Wash. A service will be held on Sunday, March 30, at the Olde Covert Church on Armenia Mountain. (No reception?) On June 21, 2008, a celebration of her life will be held at Woodburn. The Gerald W. Vickery, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., 110 West Main Street, Troy, Pa., is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Thomas Kennedy and Abby Holmes Potter fund at the Olde Covert Church, Fallbrook Road, Covert, Pa. 16947. - Towanda Daily Review, 28 Mar 2008
IVEY - Wendy Ann Kase, 42, sister-in-law and daughter-in-law of local residents, Tiffani M. Kase and Teresa “Terry” Kase, died suddenly of an undiagnosed heart problem, on February 13 in Bloomington, Ill. Wendy resided in Bloomington with her husband, Tate, who survives. Also surviving is her father, Roy Ivey and a brother, Michael Ivey and his children, Lindsey and Sean. Services were held in Bloomington and Winter Haven, Fla., where Wendy was born and raised, and now lies peacefully next to her mother. Wendy was very active in many charities. The one closest to her heart was the run for St. Jude’s. Memorials in Wendy’s memory may be sent to St. Jude’s Runners Association, 4722 Sheridan Road, Peoria, IL 61614. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 29 Mar 2008
KENNEDY - James E. Kennedy, 65, formerly of Sechler Circle, died Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at Manor Care Health Services, North. Mr. Kennedy retired from the U. S. Air Force as Master Sergeant and served in Vietnam. Survivors include his sons, Mark of Davis, CA and Kevin of Bakersfield, CA; his sister, Linda Woodley of city and his brothers, John of Boynton Beach, FL and David of Vacaville, CA. In keeping with Jim’s wishes, there will be no public service. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family in Twin Hills Memorial Park. Sanders Mortuary is assisting the family. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 27 Mar 2008
KRUEGER - Mildred E. Holmes, 87, of 1445 Sycamore Road, died Wednesday, March 26, 2008, at Sycamore Manor after an extended illness. Mildred was the wife of the late Melvin Holmes. Mildred worked as a bookkeeper in Florida. Mildred was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church. She enjoyed singing and was a member of the Sweet Adeline Barber Shop Quartet. Born July 21, 1920 in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of August and Edith Buttner Krueger. Surviving are a daughter, Carole (Ed) Moses of Williamsport, and three grandsons: Geoffrey Moses of Kent, OH; Gregory Moses of Athens, OH; and Jeremy Moses of Williamsport. Mildred was predeceased by a brother Eddie Krueger and a sister Bernice Krueger. In keeping with the family’s wishes there will be no services or visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association 57 N. Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701. Knight-Confer Funeral Home, Inc. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 28 Mar 2008
LAMPHERE - Sarah Jade Simons Lamphere, beloved infant daughter of Jodie Ann Simons and Jason Ralph Lamphere of RR 1 Monroeton, West Burlington Twp., Pa., died Sunday, March 23, 2008, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pa. In addition to her parents she is survived by: her sister, Paige Renee Simons, at home; maternal grandparents, Charles and Bonnie Simons of East Smithfield, Pa.; paternal grandparents, Ralph and Susan Lamphere of Towanda RR 1, Pa.; great grandmothers, Barbara Talada of Sayre, Pa. and Beatrice Simons of East Smithfield, Pa.; several aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2008, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with the Rev. Richard Barner, pastor of the First United Methodist Church, Towanda, Pa. officiating. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be directed to the Bradford County Library, RR 3, Troy, Pa. 16947, in Sarah's memory. - Towanda Daily Review, 26 Mar 2008
LAWRENCE - Lewis A. Lawrence, 76 years, formerly of Corning, NY died Tuesday March 25, 2008 at St. John’s Home. He was born May 2, 1931 in Bath, NY, the son of the late Albert and Estella Wheaton Lawrence. A lifetime resident of the area and graduate of Painted Post High School. He was a Veteran of the United States Army serving during the Korean Conflict (1951-54). Lewis and Wanda C. VanEtten were married August 30, 1952 in the East Lindley Baptist Church. Wanda predeceased him August 27, 2006. He was employed as a Machinist with Dresser-Rand, retiring in 1993 with 30+ year’s service. Lewis was a member of the Central Baptist Church and had served as a driver of the church Sunday School Bus. He enjoyed bowling and was a member of the Rand Bowling League. Lewis was a loving and devoted husband and father and will be missed by his family and many friends. Surviving his Daughters, Amanda R. Arduini of Corning, NY and Cathy (Tom) Brown of Batavia, NY. Sister, Diane Bruun of Corning, NY. Sisters in law, Nancy Lawrence of Missoula, MT, Marguerite Hill of Lindley, NY, Pauline Ingalls of Corning, NY., Norma Wilson of Corning, NY, Helen Baird of Painted Post, NY and Betty Lewis of Deerlodge, MT. Also several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Rev. Charles Lawrence. Friends may call at the Haughey Funeral Home, 216 E. First St., Corning, NY Thursday March 27. 2008 from 4-7pm. A Funeral Service will be held Friday March 28, 2008 11:00am at Central Baptist Church, East Corning, Pastor Ronald Aebersold officiating. Prayers of Committal and Interment with Full Military Rites will be held at Bath National Cemetery, Bath, NY. The family would appreciate Memorial Donations be given in Lewis’s name to Kingsway Christian Academy, 199 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. - Corning Leader, 25 Mar 2008
LEWIS - Raymond F. Lewis Sr., 75, of 10006 Wallis Run Road, Trout Run, died at his residence on March 26, 2008. He was born on Dec. 10, 1932 in Cascade Twp., and was the son of Charles and Anna Henry Lewis. Raymond retired after 41 years in 1993 from the former Schnadig Corporation. He attended Wallis Run Church. He and his wife the former Ellen Marie Freezer had celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary on December 17, 2007. He also enjoyed gardening and the outdoors. Surviving him besides his wife are three sons, Raymond F. (Debra) Lewis of Plunketts Creek, Craig C. (Brenda) Lewis of Plunketts Creek, John K. (Paula) Lewis of Cascade; three daughters, Annette E. Lewis of Cascade, Audrey L. Lewis of Montoursville, Loretta L. Lewis of Cascade; three brothers, Emerson Lewis of Proctor, Russell Lewis of Cogan Station, Bruce Lewis of Trout Run; two sisters, Margaret Campbell of Williamsport, Ruth DeWitt of Cogan Station; 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Preceding him were brothers, John, Lester, Robert and Ernie, and sisters, Pearl Reynolds and Esther Kragle. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 31, 10:30 a.m. at Spitler Funeral Home, 733 Broad St., Montoursville, with the Rev. Marie E. Lewis officiating. Burial will follow in Twin Hills Memorial Park. There will be a visitation at the funeral home Sunday, March 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the National Children’s Cancer Society, 1015 Locust St. Suite 600, St. Louis, MO 63101 or Plunketts Creek Volunteer Fire Department, 327 Dunwoody Road, Williamsport, PA 17701. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 27 Mar 2008
MASTIN - Following a valiant seven-month battle with cancer, the Reverend Richard Earl Mastin of Jordan, NY, died on Monday evening, March 24, 2008, in Syracuse, just three months short of his 75th birthday. He was born in Binghamton, NY, on June 22, 1933, the oldest son of Harold and Mabel Stevens Mastin. He was a retired minister (August 2005) after 50 years of ministry at seven churches – in Camillus, Reading Center, Altay, Canandaigua, Port Byron, Macedon, and Barre Center -- and owner of Rich’s Construction. Most recently, Rich has been employed as a custodian in Jordan Community Building and Town Office Building. He has also been a substitute teacher at Jordan Elbridge School and Watkins Glen, Odessa, and Dundee Central Schools. Earlier in his career, Rich also was a church camp counselor and a water safety instructor. He graduated from Cornell University (1955) where he was a member of Kappa Delta Rho, Colgate Rochester Divinity School (1959), and did some graduate work at Drew University (1980s). Rich volunteered for and was a member of a number of organizations including: Jordan Masonic Lodge; Syracuse Court, Order of the Amaranth; Order of the Eastern Star; Camillus Fire Department as Chaplain; Scottish Rite where he was a 32nd Degree Master Mason; Valley Men’s Club; Onondaga Hill Club; Tigris Shrine Temple; 2000 American Baptist Nicaraguan Mission trip; and American Baptist Men. He was especially proud of his work as a September 11 volunteer. Rich was an avid reader and gardener, and had a passion for playing cards and singing. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, and step daughter Ann (Rutledge) Dodge. Survivors include his wife of 33 years, Jane G. (Welty) Mastin; stepmother, Frances Mastin, of Binghamton; four daughters, Bethany (James) Feuerstein of Geneseo, Deborah (Fred) Johnson of Virginia, Lynette (Peter) Reeb of Henrietta, and Michelle (Earl) Harris of Virginia; stepchildren, Brian (Linda) Rutledge of Maryland; Donna (Jeffery) Keegan of Corning, George (Pamela) Rutledge of Reading Center, NY; sister, Marold (Curtis) Mastin Murray of Binghamton; brothers, Ray (Penny) Mastin of Binghamton, Chalmer (Alice) Mastin of Michigan, and Everel Mastin of New Jersey; 18 grandchildren and step grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call on Friday, March 28, from 4 to 8 p.m. with a Masonic service at 8 p.m. at B.L. Bush & Sons Funeral Home, 10 Genesee Street, Camillus, NY 13031. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 29 at Meridian Baptist Church, Route 370, Meridian, NY. Rich asked that his body be donated to science/medical research. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be sent to Shriner’s Hospital, 516 Carew Street, Springfield, MA 01104. - Corning Leader, 26 Mar 2008
McHENRY - MARGESON Hattie Louise, Age 90 of Horseheads, NY died on Monday March 24, 2008. Hattie was born June 14, 1917 on Lower Maple Avenue in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Charles and Mae Moore McHenry. She was a graduate of Southside High School. Hattie was a direct descendant of one of the oldest families in Chemung County. Her Great Great Great Great Grandfather, Abram Miller was an early pioneer who settled in this county and became the first judge. Her Great Great Great Grandfather, John McHenry, came to what is now the Town of Southport in 1792 eventually marrying Anna Miller the daughter of Abram Miller in 1793. Hattie is pre-deceased by her husband Ray C. Margeson who's family were also early settlers near Keuka Lake in Wayne Township in 1795. She married her husband, Ray C. Margeson, on September 1, 1939 and he pre-deceased her on November 7, 1995. She was also pre-deceased by her grandson Fred Lewis and by her brother John McHenry. Hattie worked at Remington Rand and retired from Westinghouse Corporation in Horseheads, NY. Hattie was very active in The Horseheads Fire Dept. Auxiliary for several years and was recently honored as a 61 year member. Mrs. Margeson was a loving and giving person who treasured her family and friends. Hattie is survived by her children: Ray & Mary Margeson of Elmira, NY, Patricia & Fred Lewis of Horseheads, NY, and Richard & Roxann Margeson of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren: Richard, Thomas, Lori, Leahann, Lance, Rodney, Cynthia, Wayne; great grandchildren; Rodney, Terrah, Shawn, Fred, Kenneth, Whitney, Tony, Allan, Kaitlyn, Gavin, Antonio, Angelina, Alexander, Carmella, Kingson, Haley, and Victoria; 10 great great grandchildren; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Jack & Maria Margeson of Florida, Gerald & Mitzie Margeson of Florida, and Ann & George "Bud" Confer of Montour Falls, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends and neighbors. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Saturday March 29, 2008 from 1-2 PM. Hattie's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 2 PM. Mr. John Tighe will officiate and offer Reflections of Hattie's Life. Hattie will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband Ray in Coopers Plains Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/27/2008.
McHENRY - Hattie Louise Margeson, 90, of Horseheads, died Monday, March 24, 2008. She was retired from Westinghouse Corporation in Horseheads and worked at Remington Rand. Survivors include her children, Ray Margeson of Elmira, and Patricia Lewis and Richard Margeson, both of Horseheads. Calling hours are 1-2 p.m. Saturday, March 29 at the Lynch Funeral Home, 318 W. Broad St. Services will be held there at the conclusion of calling hours at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 29, John Tighe officiating. Burial will be in Coopers Plains Cemetery. - Corning Leader, 26 mar 2008
METZGER - Gail M. Calta, 63, of 1508 West Fourth Street, Williamsport, died at her home on Thursday, March 27, 2008. Born November 20, 1944 in Williamsport, she was a daughter of Dale L. and Doris M. Aderhold Metzger. Gail was a 1962 graduate of Williamsport High School and retired in 2006 after 35 years as a switchboard operator at Williamsport Hospital. She was a member of St. Paul-Calvary United Methodist Church where she served on the trustee board and was a member of the Dorothy Long Sunday School Class. She was a member of the Newberry Lioness Club. Surviving are her husband of 14 years, George J. Calta; her parents of Williamsport; son, the Rev. Mark J. (Jodi) Webb of York; daughter, Lori A. (Edwin) Russell of LeRaysville; sister Diane (Daniel) Lombardo of Allentown; and five grandchildren, Tyler, Benjamin, Ashley, Miranda and Adrianna. Also surviving are stepchildren, Georgene (Scott) Gardner of Williamsport, George Jr. (Donna) Calta of Bowling Green, Ky., Keith (Kathy) Calta of Reisterstown, Md., Leslie Dietz of Harrisburg and Michele (Paul) Batkowski of Montoursville; eleven step grandchildren and four step great grandchildren; and her dog, Sam. Gail was preceded in death by a grandson, Joshua Webb. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday from her church, 1427 Memorial Ave., with the Rev. John F. Rauhut officiating. Burial will follow in Wildwood Cemetery. Friends may call at Sanders Mortuary, 821 Diamond St., from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday. The family will provide the flowers and suggests that memorials be given to her church or to Susquehanna Hospice, 1100 Grampian Boulevard, Williamsport, PA 17701. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 29 Mar 2008
MILLER Eddie Lee, Age 73 of 5988 State Route 224 Cayuta, NY died on Thursday March 27, 2008 at home surrounded by his loving family. Eddie was born November 14, 1934 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Earl E. and Gladys Smith Miller. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving his country during the Korean War. He married his wife Louella Mathews Miller on October 28, 1967 and they recently celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary on October 28, 2007. Eddie was a retired Truck Driver having driven for Thatcher Glass Company in Elmira, NY and Leprino Foods in Horseheads, NY. He loved hunting and being outdoors and was a member of the National Rifle Association. Eddie was pre-deceased by his parents, his brother Larry Miller, and his very good friends Elwin and Martha Marshall. He loved his family and friends and treasured every minute that he spent with them. Eddie is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 40 years Louella Mathews Miller; his children: John and Ronna Collins of Anchorage, Alaska; Kristen Miller Augustine and Jerry Tucker of Horseheads, NY; Clay and Angie Miller of Arlington, TX; grandchildren: Leighann Collins (Tommy) Schmiedt, Kaleb Collins, and Brandon Augustine; special "adopted" children: Kevin and Mary Root and their son Alex of Van Etten, NY; brother and sister-in-law: Dick Miller of Horseheads, NY and Joan (Mrs. Larry) Miller of Littleton, Colorado; sisters: Betty Webb of Hamilton, NY and Sandy Miller of Trumansburg, NY; brother-in-law and sister-in-law: John and Liz Mathews of Alpine, NY; several loving and caring nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of devoted friends, including special friends: Donald, Paula and Gary Smith, Cecil and Laura Teeter, and their next door neighbors Gary and Gail Miller. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Sunday March 30, 2008 from 4-7 PM. Mr. Miller's Funeral and Committal Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday March 31, 2008 at 5:30 PM with the Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne officiating. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/29/2008.
MILLER - Eddie Lee Miller, 73, of State Route 224, Cayuta, died Thursday, March 27, 2008 at home. A U.S. Army veteran who served in the Korean War, he was a retired truck driver for Thatcher Glass in Elmira and Leprino Foods in Horseheads. Survivors include his wife, Louella Miller; two sons, John Collins of Anchorage, Alaska and Clay Miller of Arlington, Texas; a daughter, Kristen Augustine of Horseheads; a brother, Dick Miller of Horseheads; and two sisters, Betty Webb of Hamilton and Sandy Miller of Trumansburg. Calling hours are from 4-7 p.m. Sunday, March 30 at Lynch Funeral Home, 318 W. Broad St., Horseheads. Services will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday, March 31 at Lynch Funeral Home, with Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne officiating. Corning Leader, 28 Mar 2008
MORGAN - Irene M. Tenon, 92, of 300 Leader Dr., died Thursday, March 27, 2008, at Manor Care North. Irene was the wife of the late Harold A. Tenon. Irene retired from Weldon Manufacturing in 1977 after 20 years of service. Irene was a member of St. John’s-Newberry United Methodist Church. She was a graduate of Curwensville High School and enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. Born May 24, 1915 in Curwensville, she was the daughter of Thomas and Anna Wilson Morgan. Surviving are a son, Thomas H. (Margaret) of Dallas, TX; daughters, Janice A. (Jay) Burger of Montoursville; Diane S. Tenon and Sandra J. (Michael) Croyle of Williamsport; grandchildren, Rick Thomas, Debbie Thomas, Sherry Cooper, Barry Thomas, Lori Bigelow, Joseph Cardone Jr., Stacey Shadick, Michael Croyle, Devon and Jillian Tenon, sixteen great grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren. Irene was predeceased by a daughter, Patricia Drum; three brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Knight-Confer’s, 1914 Memorial Avenue with the Rev. Kraig L. Faust officiating. There will be a visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Twin Hills Memorial Park. The family will provide the flowers and suggests contributions be made to the Susquehanna Hospice, 1001 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 28 mar 2008
MOUNTS - Charles M. Mounts, 76, Muncy, a former long-time resident of Wellsboro, died Wednesday, March 26, 2008. Survivors include his son, Richard W. (Connie) Mounts, with whom he lived; 3 daughters, 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and a sister. There will no services locally and burial will be held later in Pittsburg. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brooks Funeral Home, 207 Broadway St., Turbotville. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 28 mar 2008
MURPHY - Teresa L. James, 85, of Binghamton, NY, died on Easter Sunday, March 23, 2008, surrounded by her loving children at Wilson Memorial Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Donald E. James, Sr. and her parents, Anna and Leo Murphy of Binghamton; brothers and sisters, Edward, William, Raymond and Madeline. Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law, Phyllis and Michael Smilnak of Dunedin, FL, Anne and Richard Gleason of Indialantic, FL, Margaret Winkler and her fiancé, Bob Nacke of St. Louis, MO; three sons and daughters-in-law, Donald, Jr. and Barbara James of Chenango Forks, William and Sherry James of Cary, NC, Robert and Sandra James of Binghamton; nine grandchildren, Jeremy and Nicole James, Joseph and Anne James, Robert and Jennifer Winkler, Michael Winkler, Thomas Winkler, Lara Smilnak, Taylor James, Matthew James, Katherine James; four great-grandchildren, Dominic and Benjamin James Winkler, Alexander Murphy James and Jenna James; a sister, Mary McGory; brother, Reverend Daniel G. Murphy of Binghamton; sister-in-law, Bernardine James of California, and 20 nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Mary Ellen McGory. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church, Binghamton, and graduated from St. Paul’s High School, Binghamton. Her greatest love was for her family and that love and care will be sadly missed. She had a great devotion for the Blessed Mother. Funeral services were held at the J.A. McCormack Sons Funeral Home, 141 Main Street, Binghamton, Wednesday at 9 a.m. and at 9:30 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church, where a funeral mass was offered. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City. The family received friends at the McCormack Funeral Home Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in memory of Teresa may be made to St. John the Evangelist Church, 1263 Vestal Avenue, Binghamton, NY 13903, or Birthright of Binghamton, Inc., 435 Main Street, Johnson City, NY 13790. - Wyalusing Rocket Courier, 27 Mar 2008
NORCONK - Marguerite "Maggie" Norconk, age 89, formerly of Wilmot Township and Dushore, died on Wednesday, March 26, 2008, at The Highland's Care Center in Laporte, Pa.. She was born on July 11, 1918, in Wilmot Township, a daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret Kneller Norconk. Prior to retirement she was employed at the Endicott Johnson Shoe Factory in Mildred. She is a member of St. John's Lutheran Church; and was a member of the Wilmot Grange. She enjoyed her time spent gardening, and liked fishing and being in the outdoors. She leaves surviving a brother Gerald (Rosemary) Norconk, of Waverly, N.Y.; several nieces and nephews, and her many friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers: George, Jacob, and Donald Norconk. Friends and family may call from 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday, March 29, 2008, at the Russell P. McHenry Funeral Home, 119 Carpenter Street, Dushore, Pa. Funeral services will follow at noon, with the Rev. Robert W. Brown, pastor officiating. Interment will follow in Norconk Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Northeastern Region, 63 North Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18701, the Dushore Fire & Ambulance, or a charity of ones choice in memory of Maggie Norconk. Submitted by Carol Brotzman
PERRY - Shirley Mae Gallup, 64, of Green Cove Springs, Fla., died Tuesday, March 25, 2008, at the Shands Jacksonville Medical Center in Jacksonville, Fla. Shirley was born November 13, 1943 in Sayre to Harold Burton and Rose Vincent Perry of Waverly. For 27 years, Shirley was a CNA dedicated to taking care of the elderly, working last at Heartland Healthcare Center in Jacksonville, Fla. She had formerly lived in Waverly; Coldwater, Mich.; and Ft. Myers, Fla. She is survived by her mother Rose Vincent Perry of Waverly; sons Tim (Bonnie) Wirgau of Buchanan, Tenn., David Wirgau of Springville, Tenn., and Steven (Julie) Wirgau of Colon, Mich.; daughters Grace (Tom) Smith of Paris, Tenn., Verily (Larry) Chilton of Federal Way, Wash.; sisters Betty (Dave) Blair of Waverly, Patricia (Eli) Vanderpool of Barton, Sandra Bishop of Kure Beach, N.C.; nine grandchildren; and special friend Doug Shaw of Green Cove Springs, Fla. Services will be held at LeDon Chapel of Ridgeway Funeral Home on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at 3 p.m. The Rev. Anthony Daley will officiate. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Paris, Tenn. - Sayre Morning Times, 29 Mar 2008
PINKERTON - Robert Eugene (Pink) Pinkerton, 85, fell asleep in the Lord on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 in the Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village at Lewisburg, PA following a brief illness. Born in Lykens, Dauphin County, PA, on Monday, September 11, 1922, he was the son of the late Eugene and Mary (Hawk) Pinkerton. He was the widower of June Irene (Whalen) Pinkerton who preceded him in death in 1975. He was employed in the lumber yard at the Rochelle Manufacturing Co. at Montgomery, PA retiring in 1985. Previously he had been employed in the coal mines. Bob was of the Lutheran faith. Pink was an avid Penn State Football fan and had a keen interest in history and trivia. He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Donna P. and Cleneth Yonkin, Allenwood, PA; two grandchildren, Trudy Mausteller and Scott Yonkin. He is also survived by 10 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter. In addition to his wife, Pink was preceded in death by two sons, Donald Paul Pinkerton and Jack LaRue Pinkerton; three sisters, Ruby, Gladys and Melba and one brother, James Pinkerton. Funeral services will be conducted from the Galen R. Betzer Funeral Service, 40 E. Houston Avenue, Montgomery, PA at 12:00 Noon on Thursday, March 27, 2008 with Rev. Theodore L. Cockley, chaplain of the Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village, officiating. Interment will be in the Muncy Cemetery. Friends may call on Thursday from 11:00 - 12:00 Noon at the funeral home. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 26 Mar 2008
RAWSON Charles "Ed" , 68, of Galeton, PA, died Thursday, March 27, 2008, in Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro, PA. Born November 6, 1939 in Coudersport, PA, he was the son of Iva (Campfield) Rawson and the late Charles G. Rawson. He was a graduate of Galeton High School and earned an Associate's Degree in welding from Williamsport Area Community College. He was married to the former Marjorie Butler, who survives. Ed was a member, a Deacon, and in the choir at The First Presbyterian Church in Galeton, a Life Member and the former Fire Chief and Assistant Chief of the Goodyear Hose Company, a driver for the Gale Hose Ambulance Association, a member of the Galeton Masons #602 and the Coudersport Consistory, a former Galeton Borough Councilman, and a former Pike Township Supervisor. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and especially his grandchildren. Surviving are: his wife of 48 years, Marjorie Rawson of Galeton; a son, Scott Edward (Bobbi) Rawson of State College, PA; two daughters, Lorie Lynne Hillyard of Galeton, and Julie Lee (Bill) Jeffries of Galeton; his mother, Iva Rawson of Galeton; grandchildren, Elaina Rawson Surdam, Janelle, Jaime and Jeff Rawson, Brett and Nathan Jeffries; great-grandson, Thomas Surdam; a brother, William (Bonnie) Rawson of Germania; and a sister, Carole (George) Hupp of Middleburg, PA. Friends may call at the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Collins Chapel in Galeton on Saturday, March 29, 2008, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. and on Sunday, March 30, 2008, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at The First Presbyterian Church in Galeton, with a Memorial Service following at 2:30 p.m. The Rev. Karl W.O. Runser, III will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to The First Presbyterian Church in Galeton or the Centre Life Link EMS, P.O. Box 272, State College, PA 16804. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/28/2008.
RAWSON - Charles “Ed” Rawson, 68, of Galeton, died Thursday, March 27, 2008. He was retired from the Consolidated Natural Gas Corporation after 38 years of service. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Marjorie Rawson of Galeton; son, Scott Rawson of State College; two daughters, Lorie Hillyard and Julie Jeffries, both of Galeton; mother, Iva Rawson of Galeton. Calling hours are 5-7 p.m. today, Saturday, March 29 at the Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Collins Chapel, 14 West St. and 1:30-2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 30 at the Galeton First Presbyterian Church. A memorial service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 30. - Corning Leader, 28 Mar 2008
RODGERS - Margaret R. (Peggy) Rohrbach, 73, of 225 Louise Drive, Morrisville, and a longtime resident of Levittown, died Wednesday, March 26, 2008, in the Briar Leaf Nursing Home in Doylestown. Born Sept. 25, 1934 in Bellefonte, she was the daughter of A. Wilson Rodgers and the former Esther Yeager. Peggy was a 1952 graduate of the Jersey Shore High School and attended Lock Haven State College. She had worked for Woolrich Inc. for over 20 years and was employed by the State Bank of Avis. For many years she was a member and Past Worth Matron of the Ivanhoe Chapter #28 Order of Eastern Star. She also was a member of the Langhorne United Methodist Church. Surviving are two sons, Steven R. (Sandi) Spong of Morrisville and Daniel C. Spong of Fairless Hills, Pa.; two grandchildren; one sister, Esther R. Hudson of Williamsport. Funeral services will be Monday, March 31, 2008 at 11 a.m. in the Frederick B. Welker Funeral Home, 125 N. Main St., Jersey Shore. Friends may call from 10 a.m. Monday until time of services in the funeral home. Burial will be in the Jersey Shore Cemetery, The Rev. Max Jaouen will officiate. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 28 Mar 2008
SALVATORI - Toni Rae Hess, 52, of 1107 Zion Ridge Avenue, Bellefonte, died Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at her home. Born January 13, 1956 in Williamsport, she was the daughter of Sebastian and Elener Barr Salvatori. Toni had been employed by GTE Sylvania in Montoursville, and Murata Erie, Vertex and General Dynamics in State College. She enjoyed her family, watching her grandkids, and playing with her puppy, Bella Rae. Surviving are her husband of 31 years, Craig Hess; her father of Landisville; three children, Angela (Robert) Kyle of Elizabethtown, Cheryl (Brad) Stamm of Bellefonte, and Chad (Kristen) Hess of Raleigh, NC; and three grandchildren, Haden and Elizabeth Stamm and Carter Kyle. Also surviving are four siblings, Terry (Betsy) Salvatori of Leola, Denny of Williamsport, Connie (Brad) Peters of Brogue, and Sharon (Nelson) Huber of Manheim. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday from Sanders Mortuary, 821 Diamond Street, Williamsport, with her brother-in-law, Brad Peters, officiating. Burial will follow in Twin Hills Memorial Park, Muncy. Friends may call at Sanders’ from 7 to 9 p.m. tonight. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 27 Mar 2008
SCHULTZ - Helen Mae Griggs, 93, formerly of Williamsport and a guest at Valley View Nursing Home died at her residence on March 27, 2008. She was born on July 5, 1914 in Muncy Twp. and was the daughter of Harry E. and Elsie Hall Schultz. Helen retired from the West Co. in Jersey Shore. Surviving her is a brother Earl L. (Marion) Schultz of DuBoistown; three sisters Ruth N. Dunlap of DuBoistown, Pauline E. Miller of Montoursville, and Mabel E. Bosworth of Montoursville. Preceding her was her first husband Henry L. Ressler in 1955 and her second husband George D. Griggs in 1973. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 1, 11:00 a.m. at Spitler Funeral Home, 733 Broad St., Montoursville with interment to follow at the Mound of Wildwood Cemetery. Friends will be received at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 28 Mar 2008
SHANNON - Lloyd E. Shannon, 82, of Williamsport, died Friday, March 28, 2008, at Rose View Center. Lloyd and his wife the former M. Louise Bower observed their 57th wedding anniversary on June 11, 2007. Lloyd was a Navy veteran of WW II and retired from Volusia County Schools, Florida, after 20 years of services as an electrician. Born February 26, 1926 in Williamsport, he was the son of Henry and Bessie Snyder Shannon. Surviving in addition to his wife are sons, Michael L. Shannon of Plantation, FL and Dale T. (Cathy) Shannon of Pikeville, TN; brother, Paul Shannon of Cogan Station; three grandchildren, two step granddaughters and eight great grandchildren. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. There will be no visitation. Knight-Confer Funeral Home, Inc. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 29 Mar 2008
TEACHOUT - Donald O. Teachout, Sr., 70, of Kingsley, PA was promoted to heaven on Wednesday, March 19, 2008, from Moses Taylor Hospital in Scranton, PA, into the presence of the God he loved and served. Don was born March 12, 1938 in a missionary clinic at Ippy in the Central African Republic. He was the son of the late Richard P. and M. Oril [Reed] Teachout. Don was a member of the Springville Baptist Church in Springville, which commissioned him for missionary service in 1961. He served with Baptist Mid-Missions as a missionary in the Central African Republic for over 43 years. He received his undergraduate degree from Baptist Bible Seminary in Johnson City, NY (now located in Clarks Summit PA), and his Masters in Divinity from Grand Rapids Baptist Theological Seminary in Michigan. Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Betty L. [Parks] Teachout of Kingsley; sons and daughters-in-law, Donald O. Teachout, Jr. and Ramona Walter (fiancé) of Grand Rapids, MI, David P. and Becky Teachout of Montrose, Jonathan B. and Cherith Teachout of France; five grandchildren, Ellie Pearl, Paul, Becca Lou, Adrianna and Caleb; brothers and sisters-in-law, Richard and Nancy Teachout of Coral, MI, Arnold and Alice Teachout of Omaha, NE, Robert and Joan Teachout of Detroit, MI, Clifford and Lila Teachout of Amberg, WI; sister, Mary Lee Teachout of Grand Rapids, MI and stepmother, Viola Teachout of Wausaukee, WI. Don’s favorite verse was John 3:16: “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 22 at Springville Baptist Church, Springville. Visiting hours were from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Friday at Bartron-Myer Funeral Home, Montrose, and one hour prior to services on Saturday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to either Baptist Mid-Missions, PO Box 308011, Cleveland, OH, 44130-8011, or to Bibles International, 609 36th Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49548-2317, in memory of Donald O. Teachout, Sr. - Wyalusing Rocket Courier, 27 Mar 2008
ULRICH - Mr. Raymond N. Ulrich, 85, of 2140 Warrensville Road, Montoursville, died Wednesday, March 26, 2008, at Valley View Nursing Center, Montoursville. Mr. Ulrich was a United States Army Veteran of World War II. He served in Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe. He was an expert marksman and military qualified with the Thompson Sub machine gun, M1 Rifle, ‘03 Centerfire Rifle and the .45 Calibre handgun. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, World War II Victory Medal, American Theatre Service Medal, and the European and Middle European Theatre Service Medal with three Bronze Stars. Mr. Ulrich had been employed as a weaver for the former Syntex Fabrics of Williamsport. He served the company for 22 years, until its closing in 1977. Raymond was a strong supporter and contributor of the Lycoming United Way for many years. He also enjoyed fishing. Born May 10, 1922, at South Williamsport, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edward Ulrich. His wife, the former Elizabeth M. Hill Ulrich, preceded him in death on June 19, 1995. They were united in marriage on February 1, 1941. Together they observed 54 years of marriage. Surviving are his daughter, Cindy and her husband, Walter Fleeger of Linden, and his son, Michael and his wife, Rhonda Ulrich of Montoursville, his four grandchildren and his four great grandchildren. In addition to his late parents and his late wife, Raymond was also preceded in death by his late daughters, Sharon A. Parsons and Joyce Irene Ulrich and also by his late son, Raymond Ulrich, Jr. Graveside funeral services with full military honors will be accorded by the Guard of Honor of the Korean War Veterans of Lycoming County, PA at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at Mound Cemetery, Williamsport. The family respectfully declines floral offerings and suggests that contributions in memory of Mr. Raymond N. Ulrich may be made, if so desired, to Lycoming United Way, 1225 Clayton Avenue, Williamsport, PA 17701. Arrangements are being directed by the Charles M. Noll Funeral Home, 1 East Central Avenue, South Williamsport. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 28 Mar 2008
WEAVER - Benjamin C. Weaver, 82, of Hughes Road, Watsontown, died Sunday, March 22, 2008 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville where he had been a medical patient. Born October 26, 1925 in Watsontown, he was the son of the late Chaucey B. and Hazel J. (Bartlow) Weaver. He and his wife, the former Irma K. Stahl, celebrated 59 years of marriage until her death January 6, 2006. A carpenter, he enjoyed woodworking. He was a veteran of the US Navy and a life member of the Muffly Huff Post 8206, VFW, Turbotville and the American Legion Post 323, Watsontown. Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, Alvin K. and Karen Weaver, Watsontown; five grandsons and a brother, Henry Weaver in Florida. Preceding him in death besides his wife were his son, Barton Weaver in 1977 and two brothers: James and Floyd Weaver. A graveside service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at Delaware Run Cemetery, Watsontown with the Rev. Jill V. Seagle, pastor of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Watsontown officiating. Friends and family are invited to a time of refreshments and fellowship at the Watsontown American Legion, 1016 Main Street, Watsontown, immediately following the gravesides service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in his memory be made to assist with burial expenses and forwarded to Brooks Funeral Home, 124 Main Street, Watsontown, PA 17777. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 24 Mar 2008
WEIGEL - Richard J. Weigel of Antes Fort died on Monday, March 24, 2008 at the Jersey Shore Hospital. Born on January 23, 1947 to the late Fred and Ida Weigel. Richard was employed as a truck driver for Avis America before his illness. He was an Army Vietnam War Veteran who was a Supply Sergeant. He also enjoyed family games and working on his home. Richard is pre-deceased by his son Michael and daughter Jennifer and his brothers Fred and Russell Weigel. He is survived by his wife of 8 years Karen (nee: Way), his children Christine, Richard Jr., Richard II, and Michelle and his grandchildren. He is also missed by his step – children Tona, Nichole, Katie and Louis, 1 sister Betty Bowmaster and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted privately and were entrusted to the Rearick-Carpenter “Life Celebration” Home of Jersey Shore. Donation can be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, PA 17701. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 26 Mar 2008
WELLEN - Bill Wellen, 63, of Broughton Hollow Rd., Wellsboro, PA died Monday, March 24, 2008, while visiting family in Missouri. He was born December 7, 1944, in Lock Haven, PA, the son of Howard and Grace Hughes. Bill enjoyed visiting with friends and was always ready for his next cup of coffee. He is survived by four brothers, Chuck Wellen of Avis, PA, Howard (Nancy) Hughes, Barry (Anne) Hughes and Chris (Maureen) Hughes all of Wellsboro, PA. Bill is also survived by two sisters, Wilma (Mark) Sternglanz of Fort Worth, TX and Glenda (Dan) Klinge of Stark City, MO. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Cards of condolence may be sent to Howard & Grace Hughes, 10 Broughton Hollow Rd., Wellsboro, PA 16901. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 29 Mar 2008
WELTY - Helen A. Hooey, 79, of 3136 College Ave., Corning, NY, died Monday, March 24, 2008 at home with her loving family at her side. Born in Rochester, NY, she was the daughter of Kenneth and Emma Herns Welty. Helen married Dorman Hooey, Sr. at North Baptist Church in Corning on April 4, 1953. Helen was a demonstrator for WalMart in Painted Post. Helen enjoyed bowling, being with family and friends, and computer games. She especially loved having “Corky”, her pet dog, at her side. She was a former member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and the Ladies of the Moose. Helen is survived by her husband, Dorman Hooey, Sr.; one daughter, Marlene (Merl D. Naylor) Hooey of Corning, NY; one son, Doman (Melanie Dukes) Hooey, Jr. of Corning, NY; three sisters, Ethel (Ward) Cleveland of Rochester, NY, Marlene Shaul of Corning, NY, and Madeline (Carl Bacon) Welty of Painted Post, NY; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, brothers Henry, Bert and Kenneth Welty, and sisters, Hazel Mitchell and Florence Breon. Friends may call Thursday, March 27, 2008 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter’s Funeral Home, LLC, 14 East Pulteney Street, Corning, NY. A Funeral service and Committal will be held Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter’s Funeral Home, LLC, 14 East Pulteney Street, Corning immediately after calling hours. Interment will be Friday in Seamans Cemetery, Savona, NY. - Corning Leader, 25 Mar 2008
WERTMAN - Pearl E. Page, 99, of Montgomery, PA, died on Monday, March 24, 2008 in the Muncy Valley Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit. Born in Montgomery, Lycoming County, PA, on Tuesday, July 28, 1908, she was the daughter of the late William and Stella Mae (Schnyder) Wertman. Pearl’s father died when she was ten years old. At that time she went to live with her aunt and uncle, William and Elizabeth Schrader of Montgomery. She was the widow of Lester P. Page Sr. who preceded her in death on February 19, 1990. Lester and Pearl were married on May 21, 1930. His death broke a marital union of 59 years and 9 months. Pearl was a 1927 graduate of Montgomery-Clinton High School and a 1928 graduate of the Potts Shorthand College at Williamsport. In 1937 Lester and Pearl established their own business, Page Upholstery Shop, which was located on the Old Road at Montgomery. They were in business until the early 1970’s when they retired. Pearl did the bookkeeping, cutting and sewing. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church at Montgomery, PA. Pearl was a member of the Montgomery Senior Citizens and Monsey Chapter # 481 Order of the Eastern Star at Muncy. She enjoyed knitting and needlepoint. She especially enjoyed having cookies and coffee each morning with her good friend, Erma Eveland. Pearl and Lester enjoyed getting the family together on holidays. Pearl is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Fae A. and Richard James, Altoona, PA; Audrey D. and Charles Duchman, Montgomery, PA; one son and daughter-in-law, Lester P. and Donna Page Jr., Hernando, FL; two half-brothers, Arden Appleman, Turbotville, PA; Clarence Appleman, Turbotville, PA. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Pearl was preceded in death by one brother, John Wertman and one sister, Anna Smith. Funeral services will be conducted from the Christ Lutheran Church, 50 East Houston Avenue, Montgomery, PA at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, March 28, 2008 with the Rev. Gunther Bernhardt, her pastor, officiating. Interment will be in the Green Lawn Memorial Park, Clinton Twp., Lycoming County, PA. Friends may call on Friday from 12:00 - 1:00 P.M. at the church. The family will provide the flowers. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Muncy Valley Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit, 215 E. Water St., Muncy, PA 17756 or to Christ Lutheran Church, 50 East Houston Ave., Montgomery, PA 17752. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 26 mar 2008
WHEELER Linda J. DREW, 53, of Wysox RR 2 died
peacefully on Wednesday, May 5, 2004, at the Robert Packer Hospital following
a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on Sept. 30, 1950,
in Towanda, a daughter of the late Frank and Hilda (ELLIS) WHEELER.
Linda was a graduate of Northeast Bradford High School, class of 1970.
She was employed at Stackmore Furniture Co. in Owego, N.Y., for nearly
30 years. Linda enjoyed watching the races, country music and feeding
the birds, although her greatest enjoyment was being surrounded by her
loving family and friends. Linda is survived by her son, Jody WHEELER
of Pawtucket, R.I.; her sisters and brothers-in-law, Sandie and Ronald
SCHOONOVER of Wysox and Bonnie and Charles HOLBERT of Spencer, N.Y.; her
brothers and sisters-in-law, James and Toni WHEELER of Rome and Roger and
Pam WHEELER of Kenansville, N.C.; a sister-in-law, Jan ELLIS of Waverly;
a special grandson, Matthew WHEELER of Norwood, Mass.; an aunt, Alga ELLIS
of Waverly, N.Y.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Linda
was predeceased by her husband, Robert DREW parents, Frank and Hilda WHEELER;
and a brother, Duane ELLIS. A time of remembering the special gift
Linda was to all of us will be held on Saturday, May 8, at 2 p.m. at the
Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols, with the Rev. James D.
DONAHOO, pastor of the Sayre Christian Church, officiating. Interment
will follow in the Nichols Cemetery. A period of visitation and sharing
memories will be held on Saturday, May 8, from noon until the time of the
service at 2 p.m. Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution
to Guthrie Hospice, RR 1, box 154, Towanda, Pa. 18848, in loving memory
of Linda J. Drew.
? - Brenda L. Cendoma, 78, of 2895 McKinney St., died Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at the Gatehouse Hospice. Brenda and her husband, James F. Cendoma observed their 40th anniversary Aug. 11, 2007. Brenda owned and operated Nau’s Store for seven years and had worked at Weis Markets and Wegman’s. Brenda loved Tole painting, crafts, her family and grandchildren, the river lot and cabin, crocheting, gardening, birds, camping and playing cards. She was a past President of the Trout Run Volunteer Fire Co. Women’s Aux. Brenda was born Nov. 18, 1929. Surviving besides her husband are a son, Ted (Linda) Prettyleaf of Cogan Station; daughters, Diane (Jim) Musser of Bellefonte and Debbie (Tom) Schwalm of Valley View; stepsons, Greg (Cindy) Cendoma and David Cendoma both of Williamsport and James M. (Margaret) Cendoma of Corning, NY; eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the Church of the Annunciation, West Fourth and Walnut Streets, with the Rev. John K. Manno officiating. Interment will be at Wildwood Cemetery. No visitation. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Gatehouse Hospice, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport. Knight-Confer Funeral Home. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, 28 mar 2008
? - Waisheung Tse James, 85, of Upper Drive, Corning, died Friday, March
28, 2008 at Founders Pavilion. She owned and operated a restaurant in Monroe
before retirement.
Survivors include two daughters, Alice Moore and Rosalind Luzzi of
Springfield, Va.; and a son, Gary Lem of Miami Beach, Fla. Services will
be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Cypress Hills
National Cemetery in Brooklyn. - Corning Leader, 28 Mar 2008
? - Ruby A. Matson, 83, of State Route 36, Troupsburg, died Wednesday,
March 26, 2008 at McAuley Manor after a long illness. She was a retired
food service worker at Jasper-Troupsburg Central School. Survivors include
her husband, Lewis B. Matson of Troupsburg; a son, R. Lynn Matson of Falconer;
two daughters, Andrea Everitt of Rochester and Janet Neally of Schaumberg,
Ill.; and a sister, Mildred Clark of Hornell. Calling hours are from 2-4
p.m. Sunday, March 30 at the H.P. Smith and Son Funeral Home, 1607 Main
St., Woodhull. Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours
at 4 p.m. Sunday, March 30 at the funeral home, with Rev. Donald Hulbert
officiating.- Corning Leader, 27 mar 2008
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