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BAKER David M.
Age 62, of Elmira, NY died peacefully Friday, January 22, 2010 at Arnot
Ogden Hospital. Family will receive friends at New Beginnings United Methodist
Church, 300 East Miller St., Elmira, from 4-5 p.m. Monday, January 25th,
memorial service at 5 p.m. with Pastors Mike Weeden and Ellie Haber officiating.
Born 3/9/1947 to Forrest and Barb Baker (deceased). Survived by wife, Elizabeth
(Libby); sons, Mark and children, Erin and Robert of CA; David C., wife,
Danielle and children, Chynna, Jade and Daniel, Brad J., wife, Krystal and son,
Justice, all of Elmira; father and mother-in-law, Edward and Shirley Lenox of
Ulster, PA; sister, Barb Northrup of Painted Post, NY; brother, John (Linda) of
Wellsburg, NY; best golf buddies, Mike McDonald, Larry and Bud Lawrence. David
was a Project Manager for several construction companies in NY and PA. Also
survived by loving brother and sisters-in-law. Special thanks to Karen for all
her love and support; and to the staff of Arnot Ogden 4B, many thanks.
Star Gazette, January 25, 2010
BOROWSKY - HALPERIN, Shirley
Age 86 of Elmira, NY, formerly a longtime resident of White Plains, NY, died
on Wednesday, May 26, 2010. Shirley was born in the Bronx, NY on August 10,
1923 to the late Maurice and Lena Borowsky. She is survived by son, Danny of
Boston, MA; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Michelle and their children,
Sam and Eli all of Elmira. Loving aunt of Jane and Bob Wills, Mary and Martin
Marlowe, Barbara Selling, Larry and Barbara Burrows and Bobby and Anita Burrows;
many great-nieces and nephews. Shirley was predeceased by her parents; husband,
Benjamin; and brother, Arthur Burrows. She was a member of Hadassah, UJA,
volunteer at the White Plains Public Library and the White Plans Hospital. There
will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be held at Sharon Gardens
Cemetery Valhalla, NY on Friday, May 28, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those
wishing may make donations to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd.,
Corning, NY 14830. A special thank you to the many caregivers and Hospice staff
who have been so helpful and caring. ARRANGEMENTS BY BAKER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME.
– Elmira Star Gazette, May 27, 2010
CAMPBELL Wayne - Wayne M. Campbell, 67, of Mill St., Ulster, Pa.
died
Thursday evening May 27, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pa. Born
January 27, 1943 in Renovo, Pa. he was the son of the late Martha Knisley. On
February 21, 1967 he married the former Laura Pelton in Barton, N.Y., who
preceded him in death on January 29, 1997. Wayne was employed by G.K.R. Masonry
in Ulster, Pa. for many years until his health no longer permitted him to
continue. He was a former member of the Ulster-Sheshequin Fire Company.
Surviving are his daughter, Michele M. Campbell of Ulster; his brother, Allen
Knisley of Renovo; his sisters-in-law, Esther Butcher of Granville Summit, Pa.,
Josephine Saxon of Powell, Pa., Gloria Johnson of Powell, Pa., and Karen Collins
of Athens, Pa.; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife Laura
Pelton Campbell, he was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Knisley.
Funeral service will be private. Interment will be private. There are no calling
hours. Arrangements are under the direction of the Bowen-Farr Funeral Home,
Ulster, Pa. – Sayre Morning Times, May 28, 2010
COOK John R. Sr.
63 of Dear's Trailer Park, Tioga, PA died
May 22, 2010. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland,
PA, Tuesday from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. where funeral services will follow at 6:00
p.m. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 24, 2010
JOHN R. COOK SR. (1946-2010)
John R. Cook, Sr. 63, of Tioga, died
Saturday, May 22, 2010, at his home. He was born May 28, 1946, in
Elkland, the son of Charles Perry and Marion Gardner Cook. Friends are invited
to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Elkland, from 5 to 6 p.m.,
where funeral services will be held following calling hours at 6 p.m. Memorial
donations may be made directly to his wife, Sandra Cook, 26 Doe Lane, Lot #21,
Tioga, Pa. 16946, to help with expenses. The Wellsboro Gazette from May 24 to
June 1, 2010
COOPER - HARRIS, Theodora A.
Age 86 of South Broadway, Wellsburg, NY died
Thursday, May 20th, 2010 at the St. Josephs Hospital Elmira, NY. Theodora was
born in Elmira, March 1st, 1924. She was the daughter of the late Emmett and Eva
(Benson) Cooper. She is survived by her daughter; Joyce (Dean) Vaardahl of
Cascade, Idaho; 6 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 3 Great, Great
Grandchildren; sisters; Marian (Mervin) Williams of Wilseyville, NY, Genevieve
Miller of Lowman, NY, Brother Vince (Esther) Cooper of Lowman, NY; several
nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her son Terry Bates, and sister
Geraldine Grace. She was an avid animal lover of all kinds and types. She was a
very generous person who loved to take her weekly outings with family. Funeral
services will be at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make
memorial donations to the SPCA of Chemung County, Rt. 352 Elmira, NY 14903.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Olthof Funeral Home Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 25, 2010
COPP Merle I. "Jake"
Churchville, NY, died
Thursday, January 14, 2010 at the age of 80. He is survived by his wife Elinor
(Nesbit) Copp; his children, Rebecca (Mike) Coogan, Beth (Gene) Lafaro, Harold
Copp, Julie (Ken) Fee and Melissa (Doug) Ouimette; grandchildren, Matthew
(Julie), Aaron, Jennifer, Nicholas, Amy, Jeffrey, Marissa, Miranda, Makayla,
Marlaina, Mariah, Monica and Liam; great grandchildren, Jacob, Eli and Ava; his
siblings, Vera Leach, Roberta Jackson, Raymond Copp and Byron (Pat) Copp;
sisters-in-law, Mildred McElwaine, Doris Nesbit and Margurite Copp;
brother-in-law, Joseph Magno; many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Friends are
invited to attend a Memorial Service Saturday, January 30th at 1:00 PM at Union
Congregational UCC, 14 North Main Street Churchville, NY 14428. Interment will
be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may
be made to Hildebrandt Hospice, 2652 Ridgeway Avenue, Rochester, NY 14626 or
Churchville Lions Club P.O. Box 364 Churchville, NY 14428 in Merle's memory.
CRUVER James - Mr. James D. Cruver, 80, of RR 2 Box 2454, Laceyville,
Pa. died
at his home on North Flat Windham Twp., Wyoming Co., on Sunday afternoon, May
23, 2010, after a long illness. He was born in Laceyville, Pa., on Feb. 23,
1930, the son of the late Hartley L. and Myrtle G. Arthur Cruver. Growing up in
Laceyville, he was a graduate of the Laceyville High School, class of 1948.
During high school and for a couple years after graduation, he was employed by
Cruver Trucking, his father's business, driving coal truck in Wyoming and
Bradford counties. From 1951 until 1954, he served his country, during the
Korean War, as a sergeant in the United States Marines Corp. Immediately after
his war service he flew directly to Fairbanks, Alaska, where he worked as a
heavy equipment operator for Mac Dozer Service in building construction.
Returning to Laceyville in 1956, he returned to marry his wife, the former
Evelyn R. Repsher, on May 19, 1956. For the next year he and his wife returned
to Fairbanks, where he worked for the same construction company. After returning
to Laceyville he was employed by his father-in-law, Dutch Repsher Trucking, and
also Hempt Brothers Construction, on the construction of U.S. Route 6, through
Wyoming and Bradford counties. After the Route 6 construction project, he was
employed in Linden, N.J. on a pipeline construction project, and later the Penn
Can Highway project in Susquehanna County, near Lenox, Pa. For a short time in
the late 1960s he was employed by Masonite Corp. in Towanda, Pa.. From 1968
until his retirement in 1974, he had owned and operated his own dozer service,
and was a quarryman on North Flat. During that time he built Cruver Mobile Home
Park, and he and his family operated the park from the late 1960s until the
present. Mr. Cruver was a member of the Rought Hall Post No. 510 American Legion
in Black Walnut, Pa. and the Endless Mountains V.F.W. Post No. 3583 in
Mehoopany, Pa. Throughout the years, he was a long time Wyoming Co. Republican
committeeman, and was a member of the Wyoming Co. Redevelopment Authority, as
well as the Northern Tier Redevelopment Authority. Mr. Cruver was elected as a
Windham Twp. supervisor, where he served as the chairman, and while living in
Laceyville Borough he was elected on Laceyville Borough Council. Surviving are:
his wife of 54 years, the former Evelyn R. Repsher Cruver; his son Matthew
Cruver and his long time friend Beth Ramey of North Flat; and his daughter and
her husband, Jamie and Kevin Klesh, of Horseheads, N.Y. He is also survived by
his four grandchildren, Mark Cruver and Luke Cruver, both of Tunkhannock, Pa.,
and Ava Klesh and Isaac Klesh, both of Horseheads, N.Y.; his ex-daughter-in-law
and her husband, Judy and Ron Murach, of Tunkhannock, Pa.; as well as several
sisters-in-laws and brothers-in-laws, and many nieces and nephews. Besides his
parents, he was preceded in death by his step-mother, Mildred Cruver, Jan. 10,
1997; his son, Mark Carlton Cruver, Jan. 2, 1972; his two brothers, Zane Cruver,
1948, and Wayne Cruver, 2006; two sisters, Betty Davis, 1994, and Helen
Williams, 2006; and special uncle and aunt Lloyd and Myrtle Arthur. Funeral
services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 27, 2010, from the Sheldon
Funeral Home, Main Street, Laceyville, Pa., with Rev. Jeff Wilkenson, chaplain
with Guthrie Hospice, officiating. Interment will be in the Lacey St. Cemetery,
in Laceyville, Pa. Family and friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on
Wednesday, May 26, at the funeral home. Graveside military services will be
conducted by the members of the Rought Hall Post No. 510, and Dennis Strong Post
No. 457 American Legions, and the Endless Mountains Post No. 3583 V.F.W.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorial donations to the Guthrie
Hospice, RR 1 Box 154, Tomahawk Road, Towanda, PA 18848–9415. – Towanda Daily
Review, May 25, 2010
DARROW Gerald - Gerald F. Darrow, 78, died
peacefully Sunday morning, May 16, 2010. Gerald was born on September 8, 1931
at the family farm in West Burlington. His favorite farm chore as a boy was to
“go get the cows”. He enjoyed the walk over the hill and the view across the
valley where he was free to linger with and appreciate the wildness of nature.
He attended Troy High School, and then went on to Mansfield College in
Pennsylvania to begin his studies in music education. In the fall of 1956, he
began graduate studies at Indiana University where he met his wife and lifelong
partner, Sarah Brown in Music History class. Gerald and Sarah married in Miami,
FL in August of 1957. In 1960 they moved to Berea, KY where he accepted a
one-year teaching position at Berea College. In 1961 the family arrived in
Platteville and Gerald began his 32-year tenure at the University of
Wisconsin-Platteville. Gerald was instrumental in bringing music to the campus
and the larger Platteville community and founded the University/Community
Orchestra, the Platteville Chorale and Children’s Choir, Platteville Summer
Music Festival and Madrigal Dinner. Following retirement in 1992, Gerald served
on the Wisconsin Arts Board for 12 years. Central to Gerald’s life was his
devotion to his family and friends, love of teaching and dedication to his
students. Gerald took great comfort in his spiritual life and great joy in his
service to the First Congregational United Church of Christ choir. His life was
filled with many blessings and when asked how he was doing, he was quick to say
“Better than I Deserve”. Gerald is survived by his loving wife, Sarah, his three
daughters and their families, Catherine and Larry Stephens and daughter Anna of
Madison, WI, Susan Darrow and Ray Lyght of Deerfield, WI and Mary Darrow and
Craig Mushel and son Andrew of Ames, IA, and daughter Kami Mushel and grandchild
Kalaya of Long Beach, CA. He is survived by three sisters, Vera Harper of West
Burlington, Janet (Earle) Stanton of Elmira, NY, and Marcella Williams of
Wellsboro, along with many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his
two brothers Jake and Carl Darrow and his parents Leon and Beatrice Darrow. The
family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Hospice Care, Southwest Home
Care, and dear family and friends who rallied around in our time of need. A
musical celebration of his life will be held at 1:30 pm on Saturday, June 26th
at the Platteville First Congregational United Church of Christ. Following the
service, a gathering of family and friends will be held at the UW Platteville
Nohr Gallery 3-6pm. In lieu of flowers the family encourages donations to the
Gerald Darrow and Joan Orvis Music Scholarship (UWP Foundation, Platteville),
The Platteville Chorale or Southwest Health Center Hospice in Platteville. –
Canton Sentinel, May 28, 2010
DEMBINSKY - RUDNICKI, Agnes H.
Age 95 of Elmira, NY died
at home, Tuesday, May 18th, 2010 with her family by her side. Agnes was the
daughter of the late Charles and Mary Dembinsky. She was born in Shenandoah, PA,
August 14th, 1914. She is survived by her children: Susan (Donald) Zahorian of
Horseheads, NY, Ellen (Patrick) Hicks of Elmira, NY; grandson Jonathan (Korey)
Hicks of McKinney, TX; great grandchildren; Olivia and Jackson Hicks. She was
predeceased by her husband; John Rudnicki, daughter; Kathryn Rudnicki and
numerous sisters. Agnes was a devoted mother who loved her children, grandson
and great grandchildren. She was a communicant of St. Mary's Church on the
Southside. She worked for the Arnot Ogden Medical Center for many years both in
the Snack Bar and volunteering for the auxiliary. Agnes also devoted much of her
time to RSVP and the Meals on Wheels program in Elmira. In her later years she
spent many hours reading and playing cards with her friends and family. In
honoring Agnes' wish her funeral services will remain private. Her interment
will take place in Shenandoah, PA at the convenience of the family. Those
wishing please make memorial donations in her name to the RSVP or the Meals on
Wheels program or to the charity of one's choice. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 19,
2010
DEMLER - STRAUBINGER, Ruth Demler
Age 92, of Horseheads, died Friday, January 22, 2010 at Arnot Ogden Medical
Center. Ruth was born May 29, 1917 in Buffalo, NY, daughter of George Demler and
Elizabeth Krohn Demler. She is predeceased by her husband Joseph P. Straubinger,
brother Norbert Demler, sister and brother-in-law, Marie and George Bork. Ruth
is survived by her daughter Linda R. Roessler, with husband Barry, of Elmira;
daughter Deborah Straubinger, with husband Mark Conway, of NYC; grandchildren,
Adam (Kristen) Roessler, Debra (Sharkee Niemi) Roessler, Elizabeth Roessler,
Alexandra Conway; great-grandchildren, Aidan, Riley, and Miles Roessler;
sister-in-law Mary Ann Demler; along with many nieces and nephews. Committal
services will take place in Cheektowaga, NY at Our Lady Help of Christians
Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held at Park Church, Elmira, in February on
a day and time to be announced. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember
Ruth with a donation to a charity of your choice. Arrangements by McInerny
Funeral Home. Star Gazette, January 26, 2010
DILLARD Brenda - Brenda L. Linson, 65, Springfield, OH, was released from a courageous, fourteen-year battle with pancreatic cancer and joined her Heavenly Father on Monday morning, May 17, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Clark County, Ohio, on October 2, 1944 the daughter of William and Dorothy (Knisley) Dillard. Brenda was a graduate of Miami University at Oxford, received her Master's degree, and completed a long career as an elementary school teacher at South Vienna Elementary School. She was a member of Hillside Church of God where she taught youth Sunday school and had been director of vacation bible school. Brenda enjoyed nature, traveling, and watching old movies, but her greatest joy was in spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her father and step-mother, William and Betty Dillard of South Charleston, OH; husband of 43 years, Gene A. Linson; daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly and Daniel Gilliland of Troy; son and daughter-in-law, Steven and Lennie Linson of Springfield, OH; and eight grandchildren, Brandt, Mackenzie, Brendal, Landon, Tauryn, Rowyn, Baelin, and Elias. Also surviving is her brother and sister-in-law, Gary Michael and Patricia Dillard of South Vienna, OH and a niece and nephew, Pamela and James Dillard. She was preceded in death by her mother; a niece, Michelle Dillard; and Gene's parents, George and Clara Linson. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday in the Littleton & Rue Funeral Home. A celebration of Brenda's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 20, in the Hillside Church of God, 2021 Hillside Ave., with Rev. George Reed and Rev. Mike Criner officiating. Burial will be in Rose Hill Burial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hillside Church of God. – Canton Sentinel, May 28, 2010
DORNEY Robert M. "Pappy"
Age 74, of Gillett, PA died
Sunday, January 24, 2010 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY. Robert was
born March 12, 1935 in Allentown, PA son of the late Jacob and Irene Bertsch
Dorney. He was a graduate of Coopersburg High School and married the former
Maryann Zelasko who survives. Bob was retired from the PB&NE Railroad where he
worked as a Yardmaster. Bob was a lifetime member of the NRA, member of the
South Creek Northern Tier Sportsman Club and was an avid outdoorsman and hunter.
Survivors include his loving wife Maryann Z. Dorney of Gillett, PA, son and
daughter-in-law, William R. and Barbara Dorney of Emmaus, PA, daughter and
son-in-law, Donna M. and Raymond Martin of Fayetteville, PA, three
grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, a niece, Jennifer Dornay. Bob was
preceded in death by his parents and his brother Donald L. Dornay. Family and
friends are invited to call Thursday, January 28, 2010 from 4 to 5:30 PM at the
Gerald W. Vickery, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., 110 West Main Street, Troy, PA. His
memorial service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 5:30 PM with
Rev. Richard Noggle officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials are directed to
the American Diabetes Association , 501 N. 17th Street, Suite 212, Allentown, PA
18104.
DURKIN Madeline E.
Of Decatur St., Corning died January 28th. Survived by a brother, Joseph V.
Durkin of Corning; sisters, Margaret Personius of Corning, Delores (Arthur)
Overstrom of Endicott and Pat (Richard) Sample of Big Flats; brother-in-law,
Charles Saunders. Calling hours are at Acly-Stover Funeral Home, January 31st
from 2-4 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the Funeral Home on February 1st,
at 10:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian burial at St. Vincent de Paul
Church at 11:00 A.M. Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery. Elmira Star
Gazette, January 30, 2010
FOSTER Ronald Charles
Ronald Charles Foster age 59 of Elkland, PA died
peacefully on May 26, 2010. After a long battle with diabetes, his family
celebrates that he has gone home to be with his Lord. Ron was born in Arkport,
NY son of Reverend Charles Foster and Jane Carpenter Foster who predeceased him.
He began his work career with the Elkland Journal where he spent 10 years as a
printer and then spent the remainder of his career at Morgan and Margraff Lumber
in Elkland, PA. Ron was a member of the Elkland Free Methodist Church where he
served as the church delegate and even though he was legally blind, Ron enjoyed
woodworking and building fine furniture for family and friends. Ronald is
survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Shirley Hart Foster; daughters Shelley
(David) Holst of Wilmington, NC and Susan (Mark) LaCoe of Danville, KY;
grandchildren Christopher and Caraline of Danville, KY and Travis of Wilmington,
NC. Ron is also survived by his loving sister Flora (Larry) Cowan of Slippery
Rock, PA and brother Rick (Frances) Foster of Charlotte, NC. Family and friends
are invited to a celebration of Ron's life at the Elkland Free Methodist Church,
102 Coates Ave., Elkland, PA on Saturday, May 29, 2010 from 2:00-3:30 p.m. A
service will be held beginning at 3:30 p.m. and will be officiated by Rev.
Lynton Perry and Rev. Harry Dow. Memorial donations in Ron's name may be made to
the Elkland Free Methodist Church at the address listed above or to the American
Diabetes Association , P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312 or visit
www.diabetes.org. Arrangements are in care of the Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland,
PA. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 28, 2010
GARELLE - PATTERSON Catherine L. (Cathy Garelle)
Age 58 - Called home by God Thursday January 21, 2010 surrounded by her
loving family. She is predeceased by her loving parents, Leo & Bette (Rohde)
Garelle; grandmother, Adele Rohde (her adored Mine); beloved life companion,
Derek Clarke; brother, Bernard (Bernie) Garelle; and nephew, Jamie DeRico. She
is survived by her children, sons, Michael Nelan (Nicola Donahoe); David Nelan
(Jennie Daugherty); and daughter, Monica Garelle; brother, Leo Garelle Jr.;
sister, Rita Ann Garelle; grandchildren, Kerrick Duchy, Justin Nelan, Brandon
and Amanda Couse, Madalenn, Lidia, Dominick and Nathan Nelan. Lifelong best
friend, Michelle (Shelly) Lepere; special friends, Jimmy DeRico, Christine
Couse, and Marie Duchy. Along with many other friends, cousins, nieces and
nephews. "Catherine was a unique character and a very special woman. Her inner
strength and fortitude, generous spirit, vibrant personality, quick wit, good
humor and beautiful smile touched all that were privileged to know her.
Although, she will be sorely missed by those who remain behind, we shall rejoice
in our countless precious memories of her." Friends & loved ones may pay their
respects at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on
Friday, January 29, 2010 between the hours of 6-8 p.m. A Memorial Service will
take place at a later date.
HILL Linda C.
64, of 3 Tuxill Ave., Corning, formerly of Hammondsport, died
Wednesday, January 27, 2010, at her home. She was born December 1, 1945 in
Union, NY, the daughter of Edward and Florence Sherman Hill. Linda was an
administration assistant at the Bath VA for over 20 years, retiring in 2000. She
adored her family and enjoyed entertaining at her home and participated in the
American Cancer Society Relay For Life . Surviving are her husband, Roger S.
Adams; daughters, Tammy Slayton of Hammondsport and Cynthia Passero of Alaska;
son, Michael Passero of Corning; brother, Ronald Hill of Avoca; and sisters,
Sandy Yeoman of Wheeler and Roxanne Hill of Prattsburgh; two grandchildren,
Amber Slayton and Frank Tower; stepdaughter, Christine Bryan Caruso (Bill);
stepsons, Jeff Bryan and Jim Adams; and step-grandchildren, Eden and William
Caruso. Friends may call Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at the LaMarche Funeral Home, 35
Main St., Hammondsport, where a funeral service will take place Sunday at 4 p.m.
Everyone is then invited to the Hammondsport American Legion for a luncheon. In
lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Fingerlakes Humane Society, 7315
State Route 54, Bath, NY 14810 or the American Cancer Society , Attn: Relay For
Life , 1316 College Ave. Ste. #2, Elmira, NY 14901.
LAUPER Jr., Rudolph William (Rudy)
On Friday May 14th, Rudy peacefully died
while at the Palliative Care Unit of the VA Medical Center in Gainesville, FL.
He was 79 years young. Rudy lived with his son, Roger Lauper, in Hawthorne, FL.
He was born on Oct. 6, 1930, in Avoca, NY. He is survived by his 5 children;
Penelope Russell (Jon) of Clearwater FL; Victoria Patterson (Scott) of Tokyo,
Japan and Horseheads, NY; Denise Burkholder of Landisville, PA; Roger Lauper of
Hawthorne FL; and Robin Douglas (Mike) of Gainesville, FL. Rudy is also survived
by five of his siblings; Mary Norris and Loretta Lauper of Big Flats, NY;
Geraldine Dewert of Elmira, NY; Virginia Provorse of Montour Falls, NY; and
Harold Lauper (Anna) of Horseheads, NY. He also leaves his legacy to 10
grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents Rudolph
and Margaret (Wagner) Lauper, Rudy was also predeceased by his brother Donald,
brother in law Jimmy Norris, and niece Linda (Norris) Reed. A private
celebration of his life and scattering of his ashes will be held by his children
at a later date. In lieu of flowers those wishing may remember Rudy with
memorials to the Big Flats American Legion or the charity of one's choice. –
Elmira Star Gazette, May 19, 2010
MALONE Michael Patrick – Age 63, of Chesterfield, VA died
on Sunday, May 9, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Janet Malone;
sons and daughters-in-law, Eric and Christine Malone, and Mark and Leah Malone;
mother, Mary Malone; brother, Ted Malone and his wife, Tanya; aunt, Ann Trengo;
his most favorite grandchildren, Ashley and Kayley; and many other nieces,
nephews and family members. Michael was a graduate of Notre Dame, where he
played football under coach Ara Parseghian, from 1966 through 1969, and shared
in the glory of the 1966 National Title team. He was a member of the Knights of
Columbus and served as past Grand Knight. Michael also enjoyed golf as a member
of the Highlands Country Club. He worked for Allstate Insurance for 37 years.
His sons are very appreciative for all their father’s gracious giving to the
quality life they enjoy. He will be missed by all who knew him. The family will
hold a memorial Mass at St. Patrick’s Church in Elmira NY on Sunday, June 27th
at 5 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the
American Diabetes Association, PO Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312, or the
American Heart Association, 4217 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, VA 23060 –
Elmira Star Gazette, May 18, 2010
McLAUD Bruce Wayne
Age 66, of Bloomington. Preceded in death by father, Olin Wayne McLaud and
brother, David McLaud. Survived by wife, Cheryl; his children, Richard,
Christopher (Jennifer) and Meaghan; and their mother, Alberta Synnestvedt;
grandchildren, Ashley, Taylor, Madison, and Joshua; mother, Miriam McLaud; and
brother, Larry McLaud. Family would like to extend a special thanks to Fairview
Hospice and Our Lady of Good Counsel. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.
Memorial services have already taken place.
MINSCHWANER - FALKLER, Joan A. (Minschwaner)
Age 73, of Troy, PA, formerly of Wellsboro, PA, died Friday, May 21, 2010 at
Bradford County Manor, Troy, PA. Joan was born October 29, 1936 in Trenton, NJ,
a daughter of Walter and Gladys (Bowers) Minschwaner. She was predeceased by her
husband of 40 years, Edward Falkler. Joan attended Ewing High School and Saint
Francis School of Nursing, Trenton, NJ. She worked for several years as a nurse
before retiring to Wellsboro nearly 26 years ago. She was a nurse's aide at
Broad Acres. Joan was an avid reader and a gifted writer, having her poems
published locally. It has been heard that she would drive over a mountain and
through a blizzard to play a game of Bingo. Joan was a great cook and enjoyed
knitting, crocheting, dessert, and vacationing at Wildwood, NJ. Joan is survived
by a daughter, Elizabeth "Betsy" Haldeman of Avoca, PA; son and daughter-in-law,
Robert and Laura Baldwin of Manderin, FL; daughter and son-in-law, Joanie and
Jack Williams of Mansfield, PA; 8 grandchildren, Timothy and Lisa Price, William
(Robin) Baldwin of Millersburg, PA; Sarah Haldeman, Christopher Baldwin,
Jonathan Falkler, Jack and Christal Williams; 4 great-granddaughters, Hannah,
Julia, Sofia and Ava Baldwin; 2 great-grandsons, Christian and Caden Falkler;
son-in-law, Tom Price of Memphis, TN; sister, Bernice Maze, Pennington, NJ;
brother and sister-in-law, Walter and June Minschwaner, Jr. of Wellsboro, PA;
many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward, a
daughter, Christal Price in 2002; a son, William Baldwin in 1972; grandchildren,
Patrick Baldwin and Richie Haldeman; a brother-in-law, Morris Maise in 2010.
Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, May 25, 2010 from 4:00 to
5:00 P.M. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments,
PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. A memorial service will follow at 5:00 P.M.
on Tuesday at the funeral home. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 24, 2010
MOFFITT - HARKENRIDER Marjorie T.
Age 78, of S. Tuscarora Road, Osceola, PA, entered into rest on Monday
evening, January 25, at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Born in Bombay, NY
on October 13, 1931, she was the daughter of Winslow B. and Annie L. Gallant
Moffitt. She met her husband, Eugene E. Harkenrider in Boston, MA and they were
married on March 17, 1953 in Beacon Hill, MA. A homemaker, Marge attended the
St. Thomas Catholic Church in Elkland. She was a true Bingo enthusiast, an avid
reader and loved to do embroidery work. Surviving are her husband of over 56
years, Eugene Harkenrider of Osceola; her sons and daughters-in-law, David and
Faith Ann Harkenrider of Nelson, PA, Thomas and Norma Harkenrider of Springboro,
OH, William Harkenrider of Evans, GA and Robert Francis Thomas and June
Harkenrider of Corning; her daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Randall Leisure of
Millerton; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her
brothers, Fred (Evelyn) Moffitt of Cape Cod, MA and William Moffitt of Florida;
her sisters, Shirley Cleland of Needham, MA, Virginia Moffitt of Burbank, CA and
Jean Ann (Sam) McIntosh of Austin, IN; along with many nieces and nephews. Marge
was preceded in death by her son, James E. Harkenrider in August 1964; her
sister, Doris Ayers; and her brother, Raymond Wentworth. Friends may call on
Friday, January 29, from 2-4 and 7-8:30 p.m. at the H.P. Smith & Son, Inc.
Funeral Home, 1607 Main St. in Woodhull. A prayer service will follow at 8:30
p.m. with Rev. John Kita officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in
Rexville, NY.
NEWKIRK - HOSKINSON Phyllis A.
Age 68, of Waterloo, NY died
surrounded by her family on May 15, 2010 after a 22 year battle with breast
cancer. She is predeceased by her parents Phillip and Elizabeth Hasbrouck
Newkirk. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Dick Weideman
Jr., granddaughters with families Jodi Szerszen with children Lauren, Sidney and
Dillon, Carrie Weideman (Justin) with children Claire, Peyton and Justin Jr.,
Lisa Weideman (West) with children Julia, Emma and Ashley, Kelly Weideman
(Christopher) with daughter Ava, brother, Bruce (Mary) Newkirk all of Elmira.
Dear friend Maggie Payne of Florida. Phyllis earned her bachelors degree from
Elmira College. She retired after 39 years of service from Verizon as a special
representative in business and marketing. She was a past member and past
regional executive of Sports Car Club of America, Glen Region. She volunteered
for Rape Crisis Counseling, Reach to Recovery for cancer patients and was a
chaperone for youth skiing for 20 years. Phyllis was a rescuer and caregiver of
many unwanted animals throughout her life. A donation to your local animal
rescue/shelter would honor her memory. An informal gathering for family and
friends to celebrate Phyllis's colorful life will be held at her daughter's home
at 359 Riverside Ave. Elmira, NY on May 21st from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. – Elmira
Star Gazette, May 19, 2010
PEYTON - HAYNES Phylena Peyton
Age 86, of Loxahatchee Groves, FL, was called home by her heavenly Father at
sunrise on May 22, 2010. She was born at her home in Choctow County, Mississippi
on May 21, 1924 to L. DeWitt and Lillie Belle Peyton. Upon high school
graduation, Phylena moved to Washington, D.C. to work in the Pentagon for the
war effort. In Washington, she met and married her handsome soldier, Lloyd
Haynes. After the war, they moved to Horseheads, NY and raised a family. Phylena
was the assistant village clerk of Horseheads. By 1972, they had endured too
many cold winters, so they moved their family to South Florida. Upon retirement,
Lloyd and Phylena traveled extensively in their motor home, visiting 49 states
and all of the Canadian provinces. Phylena's devotion to her family and friends
was the primary focus of her life. She always placed their needs ahead of her
own. She cherished time with her family. She is survived by her loving husband
of 66 years, Lloyd; her children, Nancy Gage, Allen Haynes (Pat), Sharon
Burkhardt (Vince), and Dennis Haynes (Lorelle); 14 grandchildren; 16 great-grand
children; 12 great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Nita Burrough and Faye
Busby; four sisters-in-law, Pearl Sutphen, Beatrice Bixby, and Irene and Sarah
Peyton; and many other family members and dear friends. A funeral service was
held on Tuesday, May 25 at Palms West Funeral Home, Royal Palm Beach, Fl. and
interment followed at the South Florida National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers a
contribution in her name to VITAS HOSPICE CHARITABLE FUND, 1901 South Congress
Avenue, Suite 420, Boynton Beach, Florida, 33426, would be sincerely
appreciated. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 26, 2010
PORTER Charles - On the morning of Thursday, May 20, 2010, longtime
Canton area resident Charles D. Porter died
unexpectedly at Robert Packer Hospital. He was 48 years of age. Born June 9,
1961 in Williamsport, he was the son of Charles E. and Barbara (Foulkrod)
Porter. Known to family and friends as "Skeet," Charles spent most of his life
dairy farming until health issues made it impossible. He was a family-oriented
man, good-natured, fun loving and energetic. He had a keen sense of humor and
was always there with a joke to brighten someone's day. In earlier times, Skeet
was a member of the Canton Moose Lodge No. 429, and enjoyed the challenge of
raccoon hunting. More recently his hobbies focused on playing cards, enjoying
the oldies on the radio each night and watching NASCAR. He was a loyal fan of
the late Dale Sr. Whether they called him "Skeet," "Dad" or "Poppy," all who
knew Mr. Porter had a special place in their hearts for him. Skeet is survived
by: his wife, Annette Bolt, at home; father Charles E. Porter of Canton; sons
Michael Porter of Troy and Christopher Bolt of Canton; daughters Melinda Porter
of Canton, Tricia Bolt of Old Forge, Pa., and Laura Bolt of Canton; brother
Dolson Porter of Canton; sisters Christine Shedden of Williamsport, Charlene
Porter and Charlotte Shedden, both of Wyalusing, Nora (and Mike) Barnes and Judy
Porter, all of Canton; grandchildren Misty, Mikal, Mason, Alannah, Kalub and
Brock Porter. He was preceded in death by grandparents Addison and Edna Porter,
mother Barbara Porter, and an infant brother, Michael. Viewing will be from noon
to 2 p.m. Monday, May 24, at Morse & Kleese Funeral Home, 94 N. Center St.,
Canton. Services will be at 2 p.m. with Rev. Duane Taylor officiating. – Towanda
Daily Review, May 21, 2010
RINEBOLD Karl - Karl A. (Bones) Rinebold, 44, of 78 Sammy Lane, Athens
Township, died
on Friday, May 14, 2010, at home. Karl was born on Feb. 14, 1966, in Sayre,
Pa., the son of Karl E. and Nancy E. Miller Rinebold of Chemung, N.Y. Karl loved
fishing, working on cars, music and movies. Karl is survived by: his parents;
sisters Deb (Fred) Talada of Chemung, N.Y., and Cindy (Dan) Howard of Waverly,
N.Y.; grandmother Norma Rinebold of Athens, Pa.; as well as several aunts,
uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, and his faithful companion Hooch. Karl is
predeceased by: sister Jody Pond in June 2000; and grandparents Theodore and
Helen Miller. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 22, 2010,
at the Christian Missionary Alliance Church, Waverly, N.Y. Burial will be held
at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made in Karl's name to: Stray
Haven Human Society, 194 Shepard Road, Waverly, NY 14892, or to a charity of
one's choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Blauvelt
Funeral Home, 625 Broad St., Waverly, N.Y. – Towanda Daily Review, May 19, 2010
RUGER - Geraldine (Gerry) L. Benjamin, age 72, of Athens Pa. died
peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, May 28, 2010.
Born, December 27, 1937 in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Gerry was the daughter of George
and Eleanor Ruger. After her family relocated to the Elmira area Gerry graduated
high school from Elmira Free Academy in 1955. She then married Jack Benjamin,
also of Elmira, NY, on June 22, 1957 and started a family. She was a
self-employed beautician in both Elmira, NY and Athens, Pa. for over twenty
years and worked for several employers in the Valley area until her retirement
from Elderwood Nursing Facility on January 2, 2009. Gerry is predeceased by her
parents and her loving husband, of forty-five years, Jack Benjamin. She is
survived by four children, Scott (Marybeth) Benjamin of Lockwood, NY, Shelley
(Charles) Rudloff of Sayre, PA., Sonya (Timothy) Davidson of Athens, PA., and
Steven (Deborah) Benjamin of Waverly, NY.; eight grandchildren, Nichole (Thomas)
Cocco of Waverly, Jacob Benjamin of Waverly, Chase and Brooke Benjamin of
Lockwood, Christa (Kevin) Frantz of Sayre, Bryan Rudloff of Sayre, Matthew and
Michael Davidson of Athens.; One great grandchild, Alexis Cocco of Waverly; two
sisters, Barbara (Robert) Dombroske of Elmira, Marilyn Ruger of Elmira, a
brother William (Cindy) Ruger of NC., a sister-in-law, Loretta (Edward) Kukaitis
of Towanda, PA., and numerous nieces and nephews. Gerry loved children of all
ages, flowers of all types, and the arts in all mediums. She was a consummate
ballerina and loved to paint with pastels and water color. Gardening was her
passion and her family was her life. She will be deeply missed by many.
Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Blauvelt Funeral Home 625 Broad
St Waverly NY. Those wishing to do so may send a sympathy message of remembrance
to Geraldine's family at www.blauveltfuneralhome.com under obituaries.
Blauvelt Funeral Home
SCHMIDT- Frederick William Schmidt, 64, died Saturday morning, Jan. 23, 2010, at his home in Kingsport, Tenn. Frederick was born May 5, 1945, in Elkland. He was the son of Henry Sr. and Luella Christian Schmidt. He enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family whenever he could. Frederick is survived by a brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Doris Young Schmidt of Tioga; a sister, Bernice (Connelly) Schmidt of Douglas, Wyo.; two sons, Fred and John Schmidt, address unknown. - Wellsboro Gazette, January 27, 2010
SCHNAUTZ Earl E.
A longtime resident of the Southport community died
at his Cedar St. home on Friday afternoon, January 22, 2010 with his loving
family at his side at the age of 77. Born on August 25, 1932 in Elmira, Earl was
the son of the late, Elmer & Freida Schwab Schnautz. He married Anna Parfitt on
January 3, 1954 in Centenary United Methodist Church. Earl was well known in the
Southport community having operated E & O Ford Sales / Southern Tier Heating for
over 50 years and was a member of Riverside United Methodist Church. Surviving
is his loving family, wife and companion, Anna Parfitt Schnautz, Southport; son,
Earl (Debbie Lackey) Schnautz; grandchildren, Brittany Schnautz, Rochester and
Katie Schnautz, Elmira; sister, Barbara Schnautz, Elmira; brother, Carl (Sally)
Schnautz, Horseheads; nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Earl was
predeceased by his daughter, Melinda "Moe" Carpenter on March 30, 2008. In
honoring his wishes there will be no public services. Memorials in his memory
may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice for the wonderful care they gave Earl
through his long illness and final days at home.
SHAW Richard W.
Age 72 of Burkshire Dr. in Horseheads and adored husband of Sandra (Thurber)
Shaw, finished his final race as he died
on May 23, 2010. In addition to his wife, Dick is survived by his parents,
Richard and Betty (Hoyt) Shaw of Horseheads; sons and daughter, Richard Shaw II
of Horseheads, Cary (Kathy) Shaw of Horseheads, Lori (David) Bargesser of Grass
Lake, MI; seven grandchildren; several in laws including beloved sister-in-law,
Karen Knapp of Elmira and many friends. He was predeceased by his brother,
Ronald. Dick retired from Ashland Oil. He was a member of Breesport Baptist
Church and active as a Deacon who served many. He was an active runner having
completed over 40 marathons including Boston nine times. Family and friends are
invited to call at the Breesport Baptist Church 240 Church St. Breesport
Thursday May 27, 2010 from 2-4:00 and 6-8:00 p.m. His service will be celebrated
on Friday at 10:00 a.m. Interment to take place at the convenience of his
family. Those wishing may also remember Dick with memorials to Twin Tiers
Christian Academy Box K, Breesport, NY 14816. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 25,
2010
SMITH Richard C.
Age 70, Dodge Avenue, Corning, NY died on Friday, May 21, 2010 at RWJ
University Hospital of Rahway, New Jersey very unexpectedly. Richard was born in
Jersey City, NJ on January 25, 1940 to Charles and Mae (Palamara) Smith. He
served his country in the United States Army in Korea. He enjoyed his cottage on
Seneca Lake. Richard loved his family and had a great sense of humor. Richard
also enjoyed doing things for others. Survived by his wife Annette; one
daughter, Bernadette (Brian) Johnson of Glendale, AZ; one son, Bryan (Jamie)
Tanner of Fulton, NY; grandchildren, Courtney, Nicholas, Cody, Bryanna, and
Samantha; brother-in-law, Francis (Mary Helen) Olmstead of Knoxville, TN; loving
aunt, Rose Woodard of Corning; special cousin, Patti Lapasnick of Corning;
nieces, nephews, and cousins. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on
Thursday May 27th in St. Mary's Cemetery, Park Avenue, Corning, NY. Arrangements
have been entrusted to Carpenter's Funeral Home LLC, 14 East Pulteney Street in
Corning. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 25, 2010
SNELL - HUGHES, Jean
Age 83, formerly of Snell Road, Elmira, NY died
Monday, January 25, 2010 at Elcor Health Services. She was born October 9, 1926
in Sayre, PA daughter of the late Jessie and Elsie (Vesty) Snell. Jean was a
self employed dairy farmer for many years and later worked at Central Recycling.
She loved all animals, especially horses. Her other interests included
gardening, growing flowers, playing the piano and organ. Jean was also an avid
hunter. She was a past member of the Chemung, North Chemung and Lowman United
Methodist Churches. Survivors include her son and his fiancé Benjamin Hughes and
Kelly Olschewske of Elmira, NY grandchildren, Andrew (Samantha) Hughes of
Jamestown, NY and Eric Hughes of Horseheads, NY, great-grandchildren, Anthony,
Lilly and Jamie, a niece Barbara Grace of Elmira, NY and several other nieces,
nephews and cousins. Jean was predeceased by her parents, three brothers and one
sister. Family and friends are invited to call from 6 to 7 PM Saturday, January
30, 2010 at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc. 279 Main St. Wellsburg, NY. Jean's
funeral service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 7 PM at the
funeral home with Rev. James Carr officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials are
directed to the Southern Tier Hospice, 185 E. Corning Rd, Corning, NY 14830.
Star Gazette, January 27, 2010
STARKWEATHER Merle R.
Age 89 of Odessa, New York died
on Tuesday, January 26, 2010, at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY. Mr.
Starkweather is survived by his wife of 67 years, Marjorie E. Starkweather;
children, Merle Jr. and Jean Starkweather of Elmira, NY, Carol and Frank Dudgeon
of Cayuta, NY, David and Helen Starkweather of Montour Falls, NY, Diane Johnson
of Florida and Bonnie and Douglas Schwenn of Union Spring, NY; 14 grandchildren
and 25 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary and Gus Killkenny of Mainesburg, PA;
sister-in-law, Esther Starkweather of Montour Falls, NY. Mr. Starkweather was a
member of the Odessa Fire Department with the honors of Fireman Emeritus,
retired from Shepard Niles Corp., Montour Falls, NY, and was a life member of
the William F. Coon Post #2674 Veterans of Foreign War. Relatives and friends
are invited to call at the Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, 534 Church St.,
Odessa, NY on Saturday, January 30, 2010, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with Merle's
Memorial Service to follow at 1 p.m. Burial will take place in Highland Cemetery
at the convenience of the family. The family wishes to thank all the people at
the Arnot Ogden Dialysis Unit for their wonderful care and kindness.
STONE Lori Jean
Loving Daughter, Mother and Grandmother - Passed from this world on Friday,
May 21, 2010, into the arms of her Lord and Saviour. Lori was born in
Philadelphia, PA on April 30, 1964 and was a long-time resident of Southport,
NY. Surviving are her loving father and mother, Ken and Bonnie Stone; beloved
children: daughters, Tara (Steven) Costley, Chylene (Brian) Adamy, Katrina
Hardiman; son, Kyle Hardiman; adored grandchildren, Hayli, Drew and Jade Costley
and Ariel Adamy; aunt and uncle, Sue and Glenn Hostetler. In honoring Lori's
wishes all services will be held privately. Lori truly believed in the promises
of God's Word. (John 3:16) All of Lori's many good friends can remember her by
taking it one day at a time, loving God and loving each other. Family and
friends will be invited to gather at Elmira Christian Center, 235 East Miller
Street, Elmira, NY on Saturday, June 5, 2010, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. A memorial
service honoring Lori's life will follow the visitation at 4 p.m. Lay Pastor
John P. Knapp will celebrate the service honoring Lori Jean Stone. In lieu of
flowers, memorial donations may be directed to any branch of the Chemung Canal
Bank. A trust fund has been established in the names of Kyle and Katrina
Hardiman, Lori's children. Arrangements have been entrusted to Olthof Funeral
Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY. – Elmira Star Gazette,
May 26, 2010
SUPULSKI Stanley
Stanley Supulski, 71, of Elmira, NY, died
on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira. The graveside
committal service to honor Stanley's life will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday,
May 29, 2010 at the Park Cemetery in Canton, PA, with Rev. Josh Paine of the
Victory Church of Troy, PA officiating. The family has entrusted the
arrangements to the Gerald W. Vickery, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. 110 West Main
Street, Troy, PA, 16947– Elmira Star Gazette, May 26, 2010
TERRY Robert C. Sr.
Of Daggett, PA - Age 74, died
at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center on Friday, February 19, 2010. Bob was born in
the Town of Catherine, NY and was predeceased by his parents, Clarence and Elva
(Dean) Terry. He is survived by his children, Rhett (Jamie Trowbridge) Terry and
his children, Brittany, Maryah and Rhys; Rhonda (Alan Wheeler) Terry and her
children, Jason (Lisa Gootee) Adams, Jordenn Adams; Ramona (Michael) Reed and
her children, Jolene Allyn, Jarrett (Michele) Gause and Justin Gause; Rebecca
Terry and her children, Aaron (Jessica) Nagel and Adam (Sheree) Nagel; Robert
(Robin) Terry Jr. and their son, Robert Terry III; and the mother of his
children, Barbara Stalter Terry. Other survivors include, brother, Roy "Jack"
Terry; sisters, Ruby Humpfrey, Sylvia (George) Bowers, Arlene Ballings, and
Carol Smith; brothers-in-law, Robert (Roxie) Stalter, Richard Stalter;
sisters-in-law, Judith Spaullings, Sharon (Francis) Leone, Susan (Stephen)
Bryant, Debra (Lynn) Skelly; along with several nieces, nephews and eight
great-grandchildren. Bob worked at Westinghouse, Rust Construction (building the
A & P Plant), A & P, Dura-Built and Halls Mobile homes. He was a "Jack of all
trades" and a helper to all that needed him. Bob loved his family and friends,
the outdoors, hunting, fishing and racing. Bob will be dearly missed by all of
his family and friends. A Memorial Service for his family and friends will be
held at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport,
NY on Saturday, February 27, 2010, at 12:00 (noon). Lay Pastor John P. Knapp
will celebrate the services honoring Bob's life. THANK YOU - The Terry families
wish to especially thank Dr. Hicks, Jeremy, Dr. Husband, the 3C angels and the
ICU staff at the AOMC for all of their support through this very difficult time.
- Elmira Star Gazette, Feb.22.2010
TERWILLIGER Charles Howard "Twig"
97, a retired Vice President of Gierston Tool Company, died
peacefully at 9:40 a.m. Friday (February 19, 2010) at Memory Gardens, 560
Fairmount Ave. W.E., Jamestown, NY. He was born January 17, 1913 in Elmira, NY a
son of the late Charles and Charlotte Thetgee Terwilliger. He graduated from the
Elmira Southside High School in 1931. He immediately went to work for the former
Rose, Kimball & Baxter Company in Elmira. In the early 1940's, Charles joined
the sales team of Gierston Tool Company in Elmira and eventually became a
partner in the business. In 1959, he relocated his family to Jamestown, NY where
he lived until he retired in 1978. Charles is survived by three sons, Charles H.
(Wilma) Terwilliger, Jr. of Tacoma, WA, Thomas (Sharon) Terwilliger of
Jamestown, Gerald (Linda) Terwilliger of Aurora, IL; two daughters, Patricia
Nelson of Port Charlotte, FL, Susan (Robert) Arrowsmith of Jamestown; eight
grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Besides
his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Louise Costello Terwilliger;
two sisters, Grace Templar, Pearl Evans Eberhard; a brother, Paul Terwilliger; a
granddaughter, Julie Louise Arrowsmith; and a son-in-law, Kenneth Nelson. A
graveside service at Sunset Hill Cemetery will be held at the convenience of the
family. Memorial contributions can be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research
Foundation, 331 Alberta Dr., Suite 106, Buffalo, NY 14226; to Hospice Chautauqua
County, 20 West Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, NY 14750; or to Bethel Lutheran
Church, 904 West Third St., Jamestown, NY 14701. - Elmira Star Gazette,
Feb.23.2010
THOMPSON William P. "Bill"
Age 68, Of 1213 Pleasant Valley Road, Osceola, PA, died
Saturday, April 3, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. He was born
February 15, 1942 in Farmington Twp., PA the son of William H. and Elsie Puffer
Thompson. He was a retired heavy equipment operator and a veteran of the U.S.
Army. Bill was a member of the North American Hunting Club, the NRA and the
Black Forest and PA Grand Canyon Snowmobile clubs. He enjoyed snowmobiling,
fishing and hunting. Bill is survived by his wife of 31 years, Sue West
Thompson; Son, Michael "Bobbie Jo" Thompson, Lawrenceville, PA and Darrin
"Jessica" Thompson, IN; daughters, Michele Strope, Indianapolis, IN, Tina
Thompson, Indianapolis, IN, Kathy "Floyd" Heater, Lawrenceville, PA and Kelly
"Chuck" Heater, Herndon, VA; step-daughter, Lisa Hoyt, Indianapolis, IN;
sisters, Catherine Teachman, Osceola, PA, Ruth Schwabe, Wellsboro, PA and Pat
"Louie" Druetto, Wellsboro, PA; brother, Theron "Phyllis" Thompson, Osceola, PA;
special friends, Jason and Cel Ehrler, Elkland, PA; 13 grandchildren, one great
grandchild; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by a
sister, Hattie Swetland and a brother, Gerald Thompson. The family will receive
friends Thursday from 6-8:00 PM. at Kenyon Funeral Home Inc., 214 West Main
Street, Elkland, PA. A Memorial Service will be conducted at 8:00 PM at the
funeral home. Rev. Harry Dow officiating. Memorials may be made to a charity of
the donors choice. - Elmira Star Gazette, April 6, 2010
TOOLE - Robert D. Toole, 79, of, Forksville, Pa., formerly of Sayre,
died
Thursday, April 1, 2010 at Dar-Way Nursing Home following an extended illness.
He was born Oct. 23, 1930 in Sayre the son of the late Michael and Kathryn
Hanlin Toole. Robert was a graduate of Sayre High School, and worked as a
Carpenter for the Lehigh Valley Railroad for many years. He was a veteran of the
United States Army, having served during the Korean Conflict. He is predeceased
by his son Tim Toole, sisters Rita Ross, Leona Mulvey, Kathryn Dunfee, and Ruth
Knapp, brothers Joseph, Richard, Thomas, and Jack Toole, and son-in-law Tom
Wolcott. Robert is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Michael and Debra
Toole of Ulster, Pa.; daughters and sons-in-law Debbie and Bill Blauvelt of
Athens, Pa., and Joanie and Lee Todd of Cape Coral, Fla.;, daughter Patricia
Wolcott of Chemung, N.Y.; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren, and
several nieces, and nephews. At the request of the family there will be no
calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are under the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., Athens.
Burial will be in St. James Cemetery, Waverly at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the: Dar-Way Nursing Home
Activity Fund, R.R.#1, Box 1116, Forksville, PA 18616 or Happy Tails No Kill
Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 68, Towanda, PA 18848. - Sayre Morning Times,
April3.2010
TULL Angel L. Sr.
Age 75 of Elmira, NY, died
very unexpectedly at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Sunday, February 21st,
2010. Angel is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Felicita Tull of Elmira;
nine children; 16 grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and several
brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews. Family and friends are invited to attend
a Memorial service celebrating the life of Angel L. Tull Sr. at 6:00PM Friday,
February 26th, 2010 at the Friends of the Cross Church, 2618 Goff Rd. Corning,
NY 14830. Angel will best be remembered for being a very loving husband, father
and grandfather. He was a very giving and generous person, who was loyal and
faithful to his many friends. Working in many area jewelry stores as a
goldsmith, brought him a great amount of pride and friendships, knowing his work
was appreciated. He will be greatly missed by many. Arrangements have been
entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave.,
Elmira/Southport, NY 14904. - Elmira Star Gazette, Feb.25.2010
VIELE Larry
Larry Viele of Boulder, CO died on Friday, April 02, 2010 at age 73 after an
extended battle with cancer. Born in 1937 in Elmira, NY to Lawrence and Agnes
Viele. He received his Electrical Engineering degree from Rochester Institute of
Technology in 1962. Larry joined IBM as a co-op then full time where he worked
for 30 years interrupted by a brief stint in the US Navy. After retiring from
IBM, Larry worked for Volant Ski Corp., then later as a consultant to various
small businesses around Boulder. Larry moved to Boulder in 1967 where he met his
wife Betty at the Schusbaumer's Ski Club. An avid outdoorsman, Larry enjoyed
camping, jeeping, and exploring the country. Larry used his considerable
woodworking talents to build and furnish his home in Boulder Heights. After
retirement Larry and Betty traveled extensively in the US both by themselves and
with their RV Club, The Bearly Home Retirees. Larry will be remembered for his
willingness to go out of his way to help his family, friends and neighbors. He
had strongly held opinions on many subjects and enjoyed sharing them with
everyone he met. His outgoing personality helped him make friends quickly and
keep them forever. Larry is survived by his wife Betty Viele, son Matt Viele and
daughter-in-law Bini Viele of Colorado; his sister and brother-in-law, Louise
(Viele) and James Lynch of Corning, NY; niece Deborah Danko of Elmira, NY and
nephew James Eugene Lynch of Corning, NY. A celebration of Larry's life will be
held in early summer at his home. - Elmira Star Gazette, April 9, 2010
WAIT - SAHLBERG, Adele Agnes Wait
Of Elmira, died
Saturday (Mar. 20, 2010) at the Wesley Health Care Center after a long battle
with Alzheimer's Disease. She was 81. Born on Sept. 19, 1928 in Saratoga
Springs, she was the third child of the late John Emerson and Adele (LeClair)
Wait. She was a 1948 graduate of St. Peter's Academy on Broadway and worked for
several years as a long distance operator for the New York Telephone Company.
She met and married Adelbert Hayden Sahlberg on Dec. 5, 1948; he was attending
college and recently returning as a WWII European War veteran. They had five
sons, three of whom died in infancy. Survivors include her husband of 61 years,
Adelbert H. Sahlberg; two sons, William Hayden (wife, Janet) Sahlberg of
Coopersville, MI and Richard Gerard (wife, Donna) Sahlberg of Reno, NV; three
grandchildren, Michael (wife, Tami), Benjamin and Matthew Sahlberg, all of Grand
Rapids, MI. Relatives and friends may call from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at
the Burke Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway (584-5373). A Mass of Christian
Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday in St. Clement's Church, 231 Lake
Ave. Burial will be in Greenridge Cemetery, Lincoln Ave. Memorials may be made
in her name to the Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders, 85 Watervliet
Ave., Albany, NY 12206. - Elmira Star Gazette, Mar.22.2010
WARD Thomas Sr.
Age 79, died
on Friday, February 26, after a long illness. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, he was
predeceased by his wife, Mary in 2000. He is survived by his son, Thomas (Caryl)
of Johnson City; daughter, Deborah Rice (Kevin) of Addison; and his
grandchildren, Cathleen Ward, Heather Ward, Rebecca Rice, and Thomas Rice. A
Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. James Church on Monday,
March 1, at 11 a.m. The family wishes to thank the volunteers at Vincent House
Hospice in Wayland, NY for their kind care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be
made to Vincent House, 310 Second Street, Wayland, NY 14572-1228. - Elmira Star
Gazette, Feb.27.2010
WASHBURN - SHEETZ Marguerite P.
Age 88 of Elmira Heights, NY. She was born August 6, 1921 in Sellersville,
PA, daughter of the late George and Sadie (Lockridge) Washburn, and died
Thursday, April 8, 2010 at St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit. She was
predeceased by her husband Lloyd Sheetz on May 12, 1984. Marguerite is survived
by her children, Dale (Dolores) Sheetz of Rockingham, NC, Harrison (Sheila)
Sheetz of Benton, PA, Linda (Jerry) Fochler of Elmira Heights and Kimberly
(James) West of Elmira Heights. She was the loving grandmother to 11
grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Family
and friends are invited to her committal service on Wednesday, April 14th at 2
p.m. at Bath National Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest with her husband
Lloyd. Rev. Dr. Larry Appenzellar will officiate. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is
assisting the family. - Elmira Star Gazette, April 11, 2010
WEAVER – Nathan Michael Weaver - Bernadette (Bernie) Kathleen Weaver,
age 32, and her son Nathan Michael Weaver, age 7 months, of Dushore, Pa.,
tragically died
as a result of a fire at their home on Sunday, March 28, 2010 on Dutch Mt. Road
in Cherry Township, Sullivan County, Pa. Bernie was born Sept. 19, 1977, a
daughter of Ronald W. and Delores Nitcznski Kulsicavage of Mildred. She
graduated from the Sullivan County High School, a member of the class of 1995.
She continued her education by taking courses online while working for the
Farmers and Mechanics Insurance Company of Forksville for the past 10 years. She
married Randy N. Weaver of Dushore on Nov. 27, 2003. She also worked part-time
for Schoonover's Tax Service in Dushore, Pa. She was an active member of St.
Basil's Church, Dushore, Pa. She coordinated the American Cancer Society 's
Relay For Life and Daffodils Days for St. Basil's and dedicated these efforts in
memory of her grandmother Marjorie. Bernie also loved her faithful pet dog Cujo
IX, who also perished in the fire. Surviving, in addition to her loving husband,
Randy, are her parents, Ron and Dee Kulsicavage of Mildred; a paternal
grandmother, Theresa Kulsicavage of Lopez, Pa.; sisters Toney (Douglas) Harstead
of Montgomery and Veronica (Albert) Conner of Dushore, Pa.; brother-in-law
Michael (Shanda) Weaver of Dushore, Pa.; as well as several aunts and several
uncles, nieces and nephews and cousins. Bernie and Randy were blessed with the
birth of their son, Nathan Michael Weaver, on Sept. 9, 2009. Nathan is survived
by his father; maternal grandmother Maxine Weaver of Dushore; maternal
grandparents Ron and Dee Kulsicavage of Mildred; maternal great-grandmother
Theresa Kulsicavage of Lopez; as well as several aunts and uncles and
great-aunts, uncles and cousins. Nathan attended Hearts and Home Day Care in
Overton, Pa. Nathan was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Ellery Weaver
Jr. A transferal service will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 6, 2010
from the P. Dean Homer Funeral Home, 206 Water St., Dushore, Pa., and will be
followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi
Church, Mildred, Pa., with the Rev. Joseph R. Hornick, pastor, presiding.
Interment will be in St. Francis of Assisi Cemetery. Members of St. Basil's —
St. Francis Altar and Rosary Society will recite the Rosary at 3 p.m. on Monday
afternoon at the funeral home. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. and from 7-9 p.m.
on Monday, April 5, at the P. Dean Homer Funeral Home, 206 Water St., Dushore,
Pa. The family will provide the flowers and request that memorials be
directed in Bernie and Cujo's memory to the American Cancer Society , Sullivan
Co. Unit, 1948 E. 3rd St., Williamsport, PA 17701, or the A.S.P.C.A. Bradford
County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850, and in Nathan's memory to
St. Basil's Church Angel Tree, P.O. Box 307, Dushore, PA 18614, or the Women
Infant Child (WIC) Program, P.O. Box A, Wysox, PA 18854.- Towanda Daily Review,
April.3.2010
WEBSTER Robert "Bob" V. Jr.
Bob was born November 25, 1950 in Canton, PA to Robert V. Webster, Sr. and
Muriel M. (Graham) Webster. Bob's soul is freed from his mortal body on May 23,
2010. Bob is survived by wife Patricia (Kibler) Webster, wife of 40 years;
partner/soul mate for last ten years Pamela Mulder; children, Charles (Chip)
Webster and Theresa of Blossburg, PA and Jeremy Webster and Michelle of Hampton,
VA; grandsons Richard (Richie) Steves and Jamie of Covington, PA, Thomas Bailey
deployed in Iraq, Justin, Dylan, and Hunter Webster of Blossburg, PA, Jeremy
(J.J.) Webster, Jr. of Hampton, VA; granddaughter Tabitha Jai Webster of
Hampton, VA; step-grandson; brother Max Webster and Janet of Benton, AK and
sister Patti Worden and Gary of Port Matilda, PA. He is predeceased by his
parents Robert and Muriel Webster; inlaws Charles L. and Ellen M. Kibler; and
numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Bob has worked as a professional driver for
most of his career, most recently for Chamberlain's, Benedicts, Sheridan and
EMTA. He coached Liberty and Mansfield girls' softball, was a volunteer fireman
and fire police captain for the Liberty volunteer fire company. Among the things
he most enjoyed was cooking for hunting camp, fast cars, riding motorcycles,
NASCAR, and spending time with his grandchildren and family. There will be a
memorial service on May 28th at the Buckheit Funeral Chapel in Mansfield, Pa.,
greeting from 1:00 p.m. Memorial Service at 2:00 p.m., followed by refreshments
at the Mansfield Hose Co. starting at 3:00 p.m. Friends and family are welcome
to either or both gatherings. Donations to Hospice and American Cancer Society
are asked in lieu of flowers. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 24, 2010
WELCH Ronald A.
Ronald A. Welch, 74, of Spencer, NY died
on Sunday May 23, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. Family and
friends may call on Tuesday, May 25, 2010 from 4-7 p.m. at the Blauvelt Funeral
Home 625 Broad St., Waverly, NY. Funeral services will be held following calling
hours at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor James Donahoo officiating. –
Elmira Star Gazette, May 24, 2010
WELLMAN - RICHARDSON, Janet Wellman
Age 89, died February 24, 2010 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born
in Grand Rapids, MI on August 3, 1920 to Louise Meyersahm and Jay Wellman. She
grew up in southern Indiana, Cumberland, Maryland and Grand Rapids. At age five
she attended the Scopes Trial in Dayton, TN, which was near a veneer mill owned
by her father. She had a vivid memory of the caged monkey on display at the
courthouse during the trial and was later a firm believer in the theory of
evolution. She graduated from Simmons College in 1941 and worked as the
executive secretary to the comptroller of General Radio Corporation in
Cambridge, MA. It was in Cambridge that she met George Wendell Richardson, who
was studying meteorology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, as a part
of his Army Air Corp Weather Officer Training. They were married on Memorial
Day, May 30, 1943 at Bowman Field in Louisville, KY. They moved to Corning in
1949 where George worked for Steuben Glass and Corning Glass Works. He
predeceased her in 1967. Janet was a woman of remarkable grace, intelligence and
vision - a natural leader who generously shared her gifts with a wide array of
community organizations. She was a role model and mentor to many. Her volunteer
work in Corning started with service on the Area Advisory Committee, which
studied options for improving area schools. She then served on the Corning
Painted Post School District Board of Education for 17 years, 14 years as
president. It was during her leadership that Corning Community College was
started under School District sponsorship, the district's Head Start program was
instituted and East and West High Schools were built. She was a director and
president of the New York State School Boards Association and chairman of the
New York State Educational Conference Board. She later served on the CPP School
District Archives committee and authored "A Valley's Decision Remembered," the
story of the consolidation of 61 small rural school districts into the CPP
School District. She served as president of Steuben-Allegany Board of
Cooperative Services, as chairman of the Steuben County School Boards
Association and as a trustee of Corning Community College. She was a Lifetime
Member of the American Association of University Women, including terms as
Corning branch president and New York State secretary. She was an honorary
member of Delta Kappa Gamma, a national sorority of outstanding women educators.
Her other community volunteer work included board service at Planned Parenthood
of the Southern Tier (secretary), the Salvation Army, Seven Lakes Girl Scout
Council, the Southern Tier Association for the Blind (president), the Memorial
Society of the Greater Corning Area, Serenity Farms and the Steuben County
Office for the Aging. In 1975 she was vice president and campaign co-chair for
the United Way. She was an honorary lifetime member of the Glen Region Sports
Car Club of America. She served as chief registrar for professional racing for
the Watkins Glen Grand Prix Corporation and Watkins Glen International for 32
years and had a particular fondness for the many Formula I drivers and team
managers she came to know. She was also an honorary lifetime member of the
Polish Racing Drivers Association. A road at Watkins Glen International is named
after her. Janet was a member of the United Methodist Church of Painted Post and
served on many committees, including as chairman of the Administrative Council.
She was active in the church's Women's Connection and the Willing Workers, as
well as the interfaith group, Church Women United. Among the many honors and
awards she received are the New York State School Board Everett R. Dyer Award
for Distinguished School Board Service, the United Way Errol Shand Award for
Volunteer Service, the Corning Community College Distinguished Citizen Award,
the Planned Parenthood Margaret Sanger-Katharine Houghton Hepburn Award, the
Corning Branch AAUW Woman of the Year award and the AAUW District II Excellence
and Equity in Education Award. The Steuben County Academic All-Stars large
schools trophy is named for her. In 1995, she was the first non-native to be
inducted into the Steuben County Hall of Fame, nominated by Billie
Vandersteere's fifth grade class at Severn School. Janet is survived by son,
Dwight Richardson of Ithaca; daughter Louise Richardson of Painted Post and
honorary daughters, Kirsta Holman Gehl of Big Flats and Michaelle Holman Shaw of
Elmira. A celebratory memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 13 at
1:00 pm at the United Methodist Church of Painted Post. Funeral Arrangements
have been entrusted to the Haughey Funeral Home, 216 E. First St., Corning, NY.
In lieu of flowers, Janet's memory may be honored with a charitable gift to
Corning Community College, 1 Academic Way, Corning NY 14830; the Corning-Painted
Post School District Foundation, 165 Charles Street, Corning NY 14830; or the
Painted Post United Methodist Church, 201 North Hamilton Street, Painted Post NY
14870. A most fitting contribution to her legacy would be a "Yes!" vote on the
Schools Facilities Improvement Project on March 16. - Elmira Star Gazette,
Feb.27.2010
WIPFLER - LONGWELL, Jane W. (nee Wipfler)
Age 94, beloved wife of the late L. Robert; mother of Judith Ann Longwell
and Joan Schmitz (Gregory); daughter of the late Michael and Harriet Wipfler;
grandmother of Megan and Robert; sister of Mary Layton and the late John and
William Wipfler; loving aunt of several nieces and nephews. Memorial Mass at St.
Patrick's Catholic Church, Elmira, NY, Saturday, March 27 at 11:30 AM.
Arrangements by ZEIS-McGREEVEY FUNERAL HOME Lakewood, OH - Elmira Star Gazette,
Mar.25.2010
WOLF Jean - Jean Marie Mullinex, 76, of Bridge Street, Athens, Pa.,
died
Wednesday morning, May 27, 2010 at the Ashton Healthcare Center, Athens, Pa.
Born Aug. 29, 1933 in Sayre, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Wilford W.
Wolf and Geraldine G. Rinebold Wolf. Jean attended Athens and Sayre schools. On
Nov. 5, 1960, she married Redmond W. Mullinex. In earlier years, Jean was
employed by the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Tyler Memorial in Tunkhannock,
and later Memorial Hospital in Towanda retiring in 1997. She enjoyed history,
collecting historical artifacts and dancing. Surviving are: her husband, Redmond
W. Mullinex at home; her brother, Burton Wolf and his wife, Wanda Wolf of South
Wales, N.Y.; several nieces and nephews; an aunt, Naomi Carey of Athens; a
friend, Faye Chandler of Lock Haven, Pa. The family would like to thank Ashton
Healthcare Center for Jean's excellent care. The funeral service will be held at
11 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, at the Alteri-Bowen Funeral Home, 314 Desmond St.,
Sayre, Pa., with Pastor Nelson Kopatz, of the First Presbyterian Church, Athens
officiating. The family will receive friends from 10-11 a.m. Wednesday at the
funeral home. Interment will be in the Vaughn Cemetery, Mehoopany, Pa. – Towanda
Daily Review, May 28, 2010
WOODWARD Joyce - Joyce Marie Woodward Carnright, 82, of Old Town,
Fla., formerly of the Troy area, Pennsylvania, quietly died
on May 18, 2010 at the Cross City Rehab. Born on May 8, 1928, in Troy,
Pa., to Harman and Clara Woodward of Austinville, Pa., Joyce moved to Old Town,
Fla., with her husband of 51 years, Warren Edson Carnright Sr., in 1986. She was
a homemaker who enjoyed her children and grandchildren, sewing, and beadwork.
All will remember her infectious laugh, musical talents for playing guitar and
singing as well as her joy of life. She was a member of the Jehovah Witnesses
Congregation in Towanda, Pa. and Florida. Joyce is survived by her children,
Marilyn (Richard) Sine, David (Cheryl) Carnright, Anita (Gary) Reeser, Warren
(Suzan) Carnright Jr. and Fay (Robert) Cochran; and their children, along with
15 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; great-nieces and
great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren Sr.; her
parents; her brother, Alden Woodward; and her sister, Beatrice Avants. Memorial
Services will be held Saturday, May 22, 2010 in Old Towne, Fla. Additional
Memorial services in Pennsylvania will be announced. Joyce was dearly loved by
all and will be sorely missed by numerous friends and family. – Towanda Daily
Review, May 22, 2010
YOUNG - KNAPP, Mary L.
Mary L. Knapp, age 78, of Pine Valley, NY, died Wednesday, April 14, 2010,
at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira, NY. Mary was born in Coopers Plains, NY, on
January 28, 1932, to Emory and Ethel (White) Young and was a graduate of Painted
Post High School. She married Kenneth Knapp in 1967 and was preceded in death by
him in 1996. Mary retired from Corning Glass Works in 1988. She enjoyed cooking
and visiting with her grandchildren. Mary was a member of the American Legion
Auxiliary in Campbell. Her survivors include her daughter, Bonnie (David) Tripp
of Corning; two sons, Glenn (Belinda) Knapp of Millport, NY, and Thomas (Cindy)
Kies of the Outer Banks, NC; one brother, Corky Young of Denver, CO;
grandchildren, Alexxa Beth and Cameron Orion Knapp, Alex, Tom, and Jessica Kies;
several nieces and nephews; a close friend, Mike Felenchak of Big Flats. Her
brothers, Bob, Non, and Hub Young predeceased Mary. A graveside service will be
held on Sunday, May 23, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Fairview Cemetery in Painted Post.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Phillips Funeral Home & Cremation Service in
Corning. Memorial donations may be made in Mary's name to the American Cancer
Society , 1400 Winton Road North, Rochester, NY 14609-5896. – Elmira Star
Gazette, May 21, 2010
YUHASZ Heather Brook
Age 32, of Watkins Glen, NY, died
May 24, 2010. She is survived by her loving family: parents, Michael A. and
Carol B. Yuhasz of Watkins Glen; brothers and sisters, Allison (Jake) Kolar of
Germany, Kristie (Michael) Herrick of Elmira, Michael Yuhasz of California,
Jeffrey (Ashley) Yuhasz of Odessa, Jennifer Padilla of New Mexico, twin sister
Heidi Yuhasz of Watkins Glen; maternal grandmother, Jean Heeps of West Pittston,
PA; aunt and uncle, Andy (Angie) Yuhasz, Aliquippa, PA; uncle and aunt, Ronald
and Taryn Bath of Philadelphia, PA; nieces and nephews, Jamie, Cyrus, Ashley,
Tristan, Emma, Sophia, Teleri, Mihail, Jude, Soren, Gavin and Ember; several
cousins; and also loving companion, her Chihuahua, Chip. Heather was a very
creative and artistic person, always pursuing new adventures in her life. She
loved her family and friends, especially her nieces and nephews. Her giving
personality showed through, often giving away her art and talents to family and
friends. The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy
Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen, on Friday (May 28th) from 6-9 p.m.;
a memorial service will be held Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home; The
Rev. James B. Callan officiating. Memorials in her memory may be directed to the
Humane Society of Schuyler County, 2386 CR 10, Alpine NY 14805. – Elmira Star
Gazette, May 26, 2010
WILLIAMEE Donald L.
Age 66, of Cutler Avenue in Corning, died Tuesday, May 25, 2010, at Arnot
Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Don was born in Wellsboro, PA on November 23,
1943, to Benjamin and Geraldine (Callahan) Williamee. Don served his country in
the United States Army from 1965 to 1967. He had been a welder and pipe fitter
for Dresser Rand in Painted Post. Don had a great sense of humor and loved to
tell stories and jokes. He enjoyed welding and fabricating, hunting, working on
Cub Cadets, and playing poker with his buddies. Don was a member of Thunder
Ridge Sporting Clays because shooting was his passion. He was a member of
Victory Highway Wesleyan Church where he had been active in men's ministry and
Angel Food Ministries. His survivors include his wife, Beverly; son, Chris
(Erin) Williamee of Canandaigua; two grandsons that were the love of his life,
Drew and Chase; Chris' mother, Susan Williamee of Lindley; two brothers, Richard
(Fay) Williamee of Lindley and Frank (Nancy) Williamee of Corning; half sisters,
Penny Mase of Wellsboro, Sally (Kevin) Marmor of Liberty, PA, and Jan Bailey of
Liberty, PA; brother-in-law, Russ Sandry of Texas; aunt, Sandra (John) Narde of
Webster, NY; best friend, Roger Test of Painted Post, NY; several cousins,
nieces, and nephews. Donald was predeceased by his sister, Terry Sandry. Calling
hours will be Friday, May 28th, from 4-7 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Home &
Cremation Service, 17 W. Pulteney Street in Corning. A Memorial Service will be
held on Saturday, May 29th, at 7:00 p.m. at Victory Highway Wesleyan Church, 150
Victory Highway, Painted Post where a balloon release and shotgun salute will
follow. Burial will be in Bath National Cemetery at the convenience of the
family. Memorials may be directed to Victory Highway Wesleyan Church, Missions
Fund, 150 Victory Highway, Painted Post, NY 14870. – Elmira Star Gazette, May
27, 2010
WOOD - HENDERSON Bessie Wood
Bessie Wood Henderson, 91, formerly of Watkins Glen, NY, died March 5, 2010.
A graveside committal service will be held Saturday, May 22, 2010 at 12 noon at
Laurel Hill Cemetery in Odessa, NY. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Bessie
may be made to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, Elm & Carlton Sts., Buffalo, NY
14263. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 20, 2010
ZEPP Theadora S.
Went home to Jesus on Thursday, April 1, 2010. A memorial service will be
held Saturday, April 10, 2010, at the Bentley Creek Baptist Church in Bentley
Creek, PA at 10:30 a.m. Dinner to follow. - Elmira Star Gazette, April 5, 2010
? BARRETT Yong C.
Age 63, of Sing Sing Rd., Horseheads, died
February 27, 2010 at home. Yong was born In South Korea. She is survived by her husband, Douglas Barrett; sons, James Barrett of Horseheads Robert Barrett, also of Horseheads; grandsons, Tyler and Aleck; several brothers and sisters, and many friends and neighbors. Yong was a former employee of IST in Big Flats. She was a kind lady, loving wife, mother grandmother and friend. She was also a special "mom" to all her kids' friends. Yong was a avid painter who also enjoyed quilting. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Thursday, April 1, 2010, from 1-3:00 p.m. Her service celebrating her life will follow at 3:00 p.m. Interment at a later date at the convenience of her family. - Elmira Star Gazette, Mar.24.2010
? KOLLAR, Angela
Age 75, of Watkins Glen, NY and formerly of Rocky Hill, CT, died
peacefully at Arnot-Ogden Medical Facility in Elmira, NY. Angela was born in
the Slovak Republic on May 2, 1933. Before moving to the United States, she
worked as a Registered Nurse and mid-wife. Upon moving here, she worked for the
Arch Diocese of Hartford, Connecticut. Angela is survived by her loving family,
including her husband of 40 years, Anton Kollar; twin daughters, Elena Kollar of
Watkins Glen, and Magdalena (husband, LeRoy) Brown of Rocky Hill, CT;
grandchildren, Monique Elizabeth Johnson, Wesley B. Brown and Anthony B. Brown;
and sister-in-law, Marta Satek of Slovak Republic. A Mass of Christian Burial
will be held at St. Mary's of the Lake Church, Watkins Glen, on Friday at 10
a.m.; Rev. Paul Bonacci officiating. The family will receive friends and
relatives prior to the mass at the chapel at St. Mary's Church from 9:30-10 a.m.
- Elmira Star Gazette, April 8, 2010
? LEONE, Virginia C.
Age 96, formerly of Copley St., Elmira, NY, died
on Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at Elcor Health Services. Arrangements are
incomplete at this time and have been entrusted to the James D. Barrett Funeral
Home. - Elmira Star Gazette, Mar.24.2010