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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. |
ARTHUR Rev. Kenneth R. Arthur
73, Mechanicsburg, died
Tuesday Oct. 5, 2010. He was born Dec.
23, 1936, in Altoona and was the son of the late Kenneth William and Margaret
Jessie Arthur. Surviving are his wife of 51 years, Peggy Arthur; children,
Dr. Kenneth R. Arthur, Lancaster, Kimberly (Richard) Arthur-Tressler, Mechanicsburg
and Kristin (Joseph) Lombardi, Camp Hill; six grandchildren; one great
granddaughter; a brother, Ronald (Karen) Arthur Hiton, N.Y.; a sister,
Judith (William) Rossman, Duncansville. Ken was an avid traveler and in
particular loved cruising with his wife. He was a loving husband, father
and grandfather who will be deeply missed. A visitation will be held from
6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Myer's Funeral Home, Mechanicsburg and from 9 to
11 a.m. Wednesday at Grace United Methodist Church, Lemoyne, with funeral
services being held immediately after. Burial will be in Alto Reste Park,
Altoona, Pa. at 1 p.m. October 14. Memorial contributions may be made to
the United Methodist Home for Children, Inc., 5120 Simpson Ferry Road,
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 10, 2010
BENNETT Everett B. Bennett
Age 98, died Saturday, October 9, 2010 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center
- SNF. Everett was born January 23, 1912, in Elmira, the son of Joseph
and Alice Louise Reynolds Bennett. He was predeceased by his wife Signe
Lindberg Bennett, son Bruce, second wife Phyllis Crandall Bennett, grandsons
David and Steven Bennett, and brother and sister-in-law Reynolds and Catherine
Bennett. He is survived by grandson William Bennett, 7 great-grandchildren,
numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and good friends Kate and Peter Buckley
and their children, and Bob Walsh. At the age of 16, Everett attended the
Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He graduated in 1932
with a bachelor's degree in Economics. Ebb had a 30 year career as an accountant
with Harbison-Walker Refractories in Cape May, NJ. Ebb lived a rich and
full life, surrounded by family, friends, and neighbors. He enjoyed many
happy days raising his family in Cape May, NJ, returning to his hometown
of Elmira and residing on West Clinton Street during his later years, and
vacationing in Florida. Ebb was grateful for the wonderful care that he
received at Woodbrook and the Arnot Ogden Skilled Nursing Unit. Ebb's wit
and humor will be missed by all who knew and loved him. There will be a
burial service in Cape May, NJ at a future date. Arrangements by McInerny
Funeral Home. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 14, 2010
BERNS Lawrence Elliot Berns
age 57, of Tequesta, Fla., died on Oct. 11, 2010, due to complications
from lung cancer and pulmonary fibrosis. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, April
7, 1953, Larry, as he was known by most, was lovingly raised by Robert
and Jean Berns in Westfield, New Jersey. While attending Westfield Senior
High School, Larry discovered a lifelong passion for music. Along his journey,
he owned several small businesses and became a master carpenter. Larry
is survived by his father, Robert; his brother, David; sister, Milly; his
sons, David, Lucas and Erik; and his soon-to-be-born grandson, Beau. Friends
will be invited to meet with the family from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 15,
at Taylor Modeen Funeral Home, 250 Center St., Jupiter, with a memorial
service to follow at 8 p.m. in the chapel. The family suggests memorials
in his name to the American Cancer Society American Cancer Society American
Cancer Society . - Towanda Daily Review, October 13, 2010
BETTINGER Roberta "Nellie" Sweet
age 71, of Campbell, died
on Wednesday, October 6, 2010, at
Corning Hospital. Roberta was born on February 2, 1939 in Erie, PA, the
daughter of Robert and Nellie (Russell) Bettinger. A loving wife, mother
and grandmother, Roberta's life was devoted to helping other people. She
helped brain injury patients, homeless veterans, and she was also a drug
and alcohol abuse counselor. It could also be noted that she was a lifelong
Yankees Fan. She is survived by her husband, Raymond Sweet of Campbell;
one son, Mark (Christine) Sweet of Corning; two daughters, Trecelle Sweet
of Corning, Debra (Michael) Kerwan of Painted Post; six sisters: Maryann
Golden, Thelma Richardson, Donna Bossick, Betty Margeson, Dorothy Bettinger,
Cathy Bettinger; two brothers: Robert Bettinger, Raymond Bettinger; six
grandchildren: Mathew Sweet, Luke Sweet, Alison Sweet, Daniel Herman, Patrick
Kerwan and McKenna Kerwan. Family and Friends are invited to call on Saturday,
October, 9 2010, at Carpenter's Funeral Home, LLC, 14 East Pulteney Street
in Corning from 6:00-7:00 p.m. with funeral services immediately following
at 7:00 p.m. and Rev. Sharon Hairston officiating. In lieu of flowers,
memorial donations may be made to Guthrie Cancer Center Fund, Corning Hospital,
176 Denison Parkway East, Corning, NY, 14830. - Elmira Star Gazette, October
8, 2010
BOWER Donna L. Peterman
64, of 103 Fairman Road, Muncy Valley, died Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010,
at her residence. Born May 19, 1946, in Muncy Valley, she was a daughter
of the late Ralph D. and Evelyn (Haines) Bower. A graduate of Hughesville
High School, Donna worked as an assembler at Springs Window Fashions, Montgomery.
Surviving are a son, Kenneth L. Peterman of Muncy Valley; a daughter, Tresa
L. Peterman of Muncy Valley; two brothers, Gary Bower of Jacksonville,
N.C. and Ron Bower of Unityville; two sisters, Gail Harris of Montgomery
and Judy Temple of Montoursville; and one granddaughter, Lorna K. Peterman
of Florida. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.
The family is being assisted by Grenoble's, 121 S. Main St., Muncy. - Williamsport
Sun Gazette, October 12, 2010
BROWN Jean B. Abercrombie
Age 92 of Onondaga St. in Corning died
Thurs. Oct. 7, 2010 at
the MM Ewing Continuing Care Center in Canandaigua. "Jeanie Brown" was
born Aug. 29, 1918 in Airdire, Scotland. She was predeceased by her husband
Alex Abercrombie in 2001. Her surviving family includes her daughter and
sons, Nancy (Marty) Reasoner of Honeoye Falls, NY, John Abercrombie of
Corning, NY, and Alex Abercrombie of Walpole, MA; Grandsons, Marty (Katie)
Reasoner Jr. of Centerville, MA, David Reasoner of Ridgewood, NJ, Adam
Reasoner of NYC, NY; and Great granddaughter Allie Reasoner. Jean was a
lifetime resident of Corning and Crystal Beach on Keuka Lake. She retired
from Corning Glass where she worked in professional recruiting for many
years. Jean was a lifetime member of the First Presbyterian Church in Corning.
Jeannie Brown or Gran, as she was affectionately called by her family and
friends, always kept her Scottish heritage close to her heart. She was
a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She will be dearly missed.
Family and friends are invited to attend her memorial service on Sunday
Oct. 24, 2010 at 2:00 pm at the First Presbyterian Church in Corning, One
West First St., Corning , NY 14830. A reception will immediately follow
in the adjoining fellowship hall at the conclusion of the service. Those
wishing may remember Jean with memorials in her name to the Corning Salvation
Army Citadel, 32 Denison Pkwy E, Corning, NY 14830-2661. - Elmira Star
Gazette, October 14, 2010
BROWN Myrtle "Jean" Antes
Age 81, formerly of Pine City, died
on Friday, October 8, 2010
at Bethany Manor. She was born on October 29, 1928 in Cheektowaga, NY to
the late Franklin and Mabel (McNett) Brown Sr.. Jean was predeceased by
her husband, Kenneth Antes Sr. and brothers, Donald and Gerald Brown. She
is survived by her sons, Kenneth (Michaelene) Antes Jr. of Cayuta, NY and
Michael (Linda) Antes of Murfreesboro, TN; daughters, Nancy (Maurice) Perrigo
of Nashville, TN, Linda (Greg) Winkler of Horseheads and Lisa (Carl) Harper
of Elmira Heights; brother, Franklin (Betty) Brown Jr. of FL; along with
several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. It was
Jean's wish that her services be held privately and at the convenience
of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the James D. Barrett
Funeral Home. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 9, 2010
BULLARD Mrs. Miriam L. Fullmer
85, of DuBoistown, died
on Oct. 12, 2010, at the Williamsport
Home surrounded by family and the loving staff at the Home. She was the
daughter of Berenice Bullard. She was the wife of Paul R. Fullmer, with
whom she celebrated 64 years of marriage on June 6. Miriam was a 1943 graduate
of South Williamsport High School. During World War II, she was employed
by The Carroll House and enjoyed her work in the South Williamsport High
School cafeteria for 19 years. Through these years she also worked in the
cafeteria at Little League during the World Series each summer. Her greatest
loves were her home on Candy Cane Lane, her husband, her family and her
dog, Sadie. Nothing brought her more joy than when her family was gathered
together, filling her house with laughter and her life with memories. In
addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Linda Fullmer
and Cathy (Dennis) Engelman; four grandchildren, Matthew (Kelly) Engelman,
Mandy (Aaron) Barasch, Sean Engelman and Kyle Engelman; and two great-grandchildren,
Kirsey and Kennon Engelman. She was preceded in death by a sister, Eleanor
Nelson and a daughter, Carol. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday,
Oct. 15, 2010, at St. John's-Newberry United Methodist Church with Pastor
Kraig Faust and Doctor John Piper officiating. The family will receive
visitors between 10 and 11 a.m. at the church prior to the service. In
lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Miriam's name may be made to
the Susan G. Komen Foundation or Best Buddies International. Arrangements
entrusted to Sanders Mortuary, 821 Diamond St., Williamsport. - Williamsport
Sun Gazette, October 14, 2010
CAMMARATA Christopher D. Cammarata
Age 36, of Sayre St. in Horseheads, died
unexpectedly on Sat.
Oct 2, 2010. Chris was recently predeceased by his mother, Francine Cammarata
earlier this year. He is survived by his second mother, Mary Ann Lublin
of St. Petersburg, FL; aunts, Peggy, Lee, and Lisa Cammarata; several close
friends including Kitty Sargent with whom he resided, Barbra Peters and
those on Facebook and numerous cousins. Chris was a former employee at
Bob Evans in Florida, Vincenzo's Ristorante and had attended Gibbs Performing
Arts School. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral
Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Fri. Oct. 8, 2010 from 12:00 noon-1:00
p.m. where his service will follow at 1:00 p.m. Burial service at a later
date at the convenience of his family. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 7,
2010
CAMPANA Mary Fedele
95, died Oct. 12, 2010, at the Bucktail Medical Center, South Renovo.
She was a resident at Bucktail Medical Center since March 2009 due to failing
health. Her life there was marked by the loving relationships she formed
with anyone she came in contact with: staff, nurses and doctors alike.
She was born Feb. 26, 1915, in Pittsfield, Mass. The family later relocated
to Bellefonte, Pa., where the family established a farm at Valley View.
She loved relating all of her experiences at her farm with everyone she
knew. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Cora Campana. On Nov.
11, 1933, she married John Fedele, who died Dec. 14, 1986. She was a teacher
for Head Start when it was implemented in the early 1960s. She also volunteered
at St. Joseph's school cafeteria for many years. She enjoyed going to bingo,
visiting the casinos, cooking, baking, gardening, reading, crocheting,
but her favorite activity was spending time with her loved ones. Mary attended
a one-room schoolhouse from first until eighth grade. She is survived by
13 children, Salvatore of Northeast, Pa., Cora (Gilbert) King of Blasdell,
N.Y., Angeline of Renovo, Frances (Howard) Brennan of Northeast, Pa., Louise
(Alan) Cool of Hyner, John (Sandra) of New Haven, Ind., Michael (Barbara)
of Renovo, Margaret (Frank) Sutliff of Renovo, Frank of Plattsburgh, N.Y.,
Teresa of South Williamsport, Mary (Steven) Stone of Renovo, Ann of Renovo
and Catherine (Gary) Himmel of Renovo; 41 grandchildren; and numerous great
and great-great grandchildren. She was predeceased by one brother, two
sisters and one granddaughter, Katie Himmel. Mass of Christian burial will
be held Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, at noon in St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church,
925 Huron Ave., Renovo, Pa., with Rev. Charles Ugo officiating. Interment
will be at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hyner, Pa. Visitation is 10 a.m. until
time of Mass. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Joseph's fuel fund,
c/o St. Joseph's R.C. Church, or to Bucktail Medical Center, 1001 Pine
St., South Renovo, PA 17764. Arrangements are entrusted to Dean K. Wetzler
Jr. Funeral Home, 320 Main St., Mill Hall, PA. - Williamsport Sun Gazette,
October 14, 2010
CONROY James V. Conroy
age 74, of Blossburg, PA died Wed. October 6, 2010 at his home. James
was born on December 2, 1935 in Philadelphia, PA, a son of Thomas and Margaret
(Maguire) Conroy. James was an auto mechanic and served in the US Army.
He was a member of the V.F.W. and the American Legion. James is survived
by two brothers, Edward Conroy of Philadelphia Co., PA, Charles Conroy
of North Wales, PA; two sisters, Catherine Wagner of Skippack, PA, and
Mary Conroy of Chestnut Hill, PA. He was preceded in death by his parents
and five brothers and sisters. In keeping with his wishes there will be
no services. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit
Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield,
PA. Funeral home obituary.
DAVIES Edward Leigh
Pensacola, Fla. — Edward Leigh Davies, 97, of Pensacola, FL died
Wednesday October 6, 2010. Mr. Davies was born in Farmersville, NY
on March 1, 1913. He is preceded in death by his wife of 74 years, Janet
Loveny Davies; parents, John and Martha Jane (Jennie) Davies; brothers,
Lloyd and Ellsworth and sister, Ruby Morris. Survivors include his daughter,
Dianne Levi (Gordon); 3 grandchildren, Andrew Levi (Leticia), Cynthia Cooper
(Garrett), Pamela Levi; 4 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
He graduated from Wyoming High School, Wyoming, NY; Rochester Business
Institute; numerous American Institute of Banking schools and Cornell University
Bankers School of Agriculture. His banking career spanned 47 years at Wyoming,
NY, Franklinville, NY, Middleville, NY and Addison, NY. In 1943 he was
elected President of the Middleville National Bank, where at age 29 he
was the youngest bank president in New York State. In 1948 he became President
of the Addison National Bank which later became the Community National
Bank. Under his leadership the bank grew from one facility to four branches.
Mr. Davies was active in banking circles, serving on committees and officer
positions at the local, regional and state levels. He was a state director
and national director of the Independent Bankers Association. Over the
years Mr. Davies has been active in many civic organizations including
the Board of Directors for Corning Hospital, Three Rivers Development Found-ation,
Executive Council of the Steuben Area Boy Scouts, charter member and past
president of the Indian Hills Golf Club; charter member and director of
the Addison Pinnacle, charter member and former President of the Addison
Kiwanis Club; member of the Addison Masonic Lodge and the Corning Consistory;
Elder and treasurer of the Addison Presbyterian Church; former member of
the Scenic Hills Country Club and past President of the Scenic Hills Homeowners
Association; former volunteer at T. T. Wentworth Museum; volunteer and
member with Senior Friends/H2U and member of Trinity Presbyterian Church.
In 1978 Janet and Ed retired to Pensacola, FL to continue their enjoyment
of playing golf, bridge and traveling. Memorial Services for Janet and
Edward will be held 10:00am Saturday, October 16, 2010 at Trinity Presbyterian
Church with Dr. Hugh Hamilton and Rev. Frank Beall officiating. Additional
Memorial Services will be held in Addison, NY at a later date. The family
wishes to thank the staff of Carpenter's Creek and Covenant Hospice for
their loving care of Edward. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions
may be made to Covenant Hospice, 5041 N. 12th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32504
or to Trinity Presbyterian Church, 3400 Bayou Blvd. Pensacola, FL 32503.
HARPER-MORRIS MEMORIAL CHAPEL is in charge of arrangements. - Corning Leader,
October 9, 2010
DERRICK Laylah Grace Derrick, infant daughter of Rodney Derrick
and Danielle Colvin of Williamsport, was born October 2, 2010 and died
on October 7, 2010. Surviving in addition to her parents are a
sister Makayla Ellen Derrick and a brother Christain James Derrick both
at home. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 9, 2010
DeVILLARS Ralph R. DeVillars
77, a resident of Heilman Circle, Montgomery, died
unexpectedly
on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010. Born in Meadville, Crawford County, Pa., on Tuesday,
Jan. 17, 1933, he was the son of the late Edgar and Della (Hineman) DeVillars.
Ralph was the husband of Joan C. (Depledge) DeVillars with whom he celebrated
a 33rd wedding anniversary on May 12, 2010. He was a graduate of Cochranton
Junior Senior High School. Ralph was employed as a salesman for the Pioneer
Seed Company and Cen-Pe-Co Company. He had previously been self-employed
as a dairy farmer in Crawford County. Ralph enjoyed collecting milk bottles
and attending auctions and flea markets. He and Joan enjoyed traveling
throughout the United States. Ralph was one of the first members of 4-H
in Crawford County and annually presented an award to the outstanding first
year 4-H boy and girl of Crawford County. He was a member and past president
of the Lycoming County Holstein Club and a member of the Pennsylvania Holstein
Association. He was a member of the Station House Old Cronies Corner Club.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by five daughters and three sons,
Darlene (David) Burkett, East Norriton, Pa.; Deborah (Ralph) Shay, San
Antonio, Texas; Donna Muszynski, Conshohocken, Pa.; Deanna DeVillars, Cochranton,
Pa.; Robert (Linda) Anderson, Orlando, Fla.; Douglas (Ann) Anderson, Oviedo,
Fla.; Daniel (Katie) Anderson, Troy, Mich.; Diane (John) Kliem, Fairfax
Station, Va. Ralph is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 2 great-granddaughters.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Russell DeVillars. Funeral services
will be conducted from the Galen R. Betzer Funeral Service, 108 N. Main
St., Muncy at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, with Rev. Max L. Walters
Jr. officiating. Interment will be in the St. John Lutheran "Brick" Cemetery,
Clinton Twp., Lycoming County. Friends may call on Thursday from 7 to 9
p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial
contributions be made to the Crawford County 4-H Dairy Leaders, C/O Christine
Waddell, 32821 Guys Mills Road, Townville, PA 16360. - Williamsport Sun
Gazette, October 12, 2010
EDWARDS John P. Edwards
Age 58. John was born June 29, 1952, a son of the late Arland L. and
Florence (Crusoe) Edwards. He is survived by his son Arland J. Edwards
of Elmira; former wife, and devoted friend, April LaFontaine of Elmira;
sisters and brother-in-law, Arlene L. Edwards of Elmira, Patricia A. and
Roger Hamlin of East Lansing, MI; brother and sister-in-law, Robert B.
and Karen Edwards of Elmira; brother, William L. Edwards, with Peter Anastos,
of Boise, ID; nieces, Ashley Edwards of Rochester, Danielle Edwards of
Elmira, Amanda Hamlin of Chicago; and nephew Eric Hamlin of Pittsburgh,
PA. John was employed by the Elmira Psychiatric Center for over 20 years.
He enjoyed fishing, music and college basketball, with Syracuse University
being his favorite team. John had a great sense of humor and was a very
unassuming man. He was a devoted father, son, brother, uncle, and friend,
and will be missed by all those whose lives he touched. Friends are invited
to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Sts., on Friday,
October 8, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held
at the conclusion of calling hours. The family will provide flowers. Those
wishing may remember John with a gift to help fund Arland's educational
plans, c/o April LaFontaine, 421 Stacia Drive, Elmira, NY 14904. - Elmira
Star Gazette, October 7, 2010
EDWARDS Patricia Ann Hamlin
Born December 24, 1945; Patricia Edwards Hamlin died
October
10, 2010 at the age of 64. She was a 1963 graduate of Elmira Free Academy,
Elmira, NY and of Syracuse University in 1967. She met the love of her
life, Roger in 1968 and married him in 1969. She worked as a teacher with
the Peace Corps in Chile from 1969-1970. Patricia resided in Syracuse,
NY, Albany, NY, and Columbus, GA before moving to East Lansing, MI in 1974.
She was an artist and worked with the Red Cedar School Parent Council for
many years. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Arland and Florence
Edwards, and her brother John Edwards. She is survived by her husband Roger;
the two beautiful children she raised, Amanda and Eric Hamlin; her brothers,
Robert (Karen) Edwards, and William Edwards; sister, Arlene Edwards; and
four nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, October
17, 2010 at 4:00 PM at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River
Ave, East Lansing. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2:30 PM
until the time of service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may
be made to the National Lung Cancer Partnership, 222 N. Midvale Blvd.,
Suite 6, Madison, WI 53705 in memory of Patricia. - Elmira Star Gazette,
October 13, 2010
FILLER Bob Filler
78, died
Sept. 30, 2010 at home in Titusville, Fla. He is survived
by his wife of 49 years, Mary Jane Meyers, formerly of Muncy, Pa. Mary
Jane was a graduate of the Williamsport School of Nursing in the class
of 1957. Bob was a fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force for 13 years. He
retired after 25 years as a captain for Eastern Airlines. Bob and Mary
Jane have three sons; Douglas, David and Dennis. Dennis and wife, Kathy,
have three children, Bobby, ChristiAna Hope and Nanci Jane. A Celebration
of Life will be held at Park Avenue Baptist Church, Titusville, Fla., on
Oct. 16, 2010 at 2 p.m. Contributions in his memory may be made to Hospice
of St. Francis, 1250B Grumman Place, Titusville, FL 32780 or www.hospiceofstfrancis.
com - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 10, 2010
FOWLER Robert A. Fowler
50, of Williamsport, died Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, at Geisinger Medical
Center, Danville. He was born June 23, 1960, in Duluth, Minn., a son of
the late Franklin J. Sr. and Shirley Ann White Fowler. Robert was a member
of the New Life Church, Pennsdale. He loved traveling, all aspects of music,
including playing and singing. Robert also had a great sense of humor and
enjoyed life to its fullest. Surviving are two brothers, James L. Fowler
of Vienna, Ohio and Franklin J. "Bill" Fowler Jr. of Warren, Ohio; two
aunts, Shirley A. Fowler Davis of Muncy and Jean E. Fowler Troxel of Hughesville;
a niece and nephew; and several cousins. Services will be held at the convenience
of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the McCarty-Thomas Funeral
Home, Hughesville. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 8, 2010
GABLE Julia G. Turpin
77, formerly from Frazer, Pa., recently of Waterville, Pa., died on
Oct. 6, 2010, at a family home in Phoenixville. Julia was born at home
in Phoenixville October 8, 1933. She attended Tredyffrin Easttown High
School followed by Peirce Business College. She worked as a secretary for
several local businesses, including Turpin's Garage in West Chester, Pa.
She was a member of Great Valley Presbyterian Church, Grove United Methodist
Church and Trinity Methodist Church. She served on the board for the migrant
ministry of Chester County. She was an avid reader and a great supporter
of the West Chester Town Library and the Jersey Shore Public Library. One
of her greatest joys was spending time with her family. She is survived
by her husband, Walter H. Turpin Jr.; children, Walter Keith Turpin and
Julie T. Skymba; grandchildren, Walter Benjamin Turpin, Alexandra Lynne
Turpin, and Kevin James Skymba; great-grandchild, Kiley Ann Turpin; brother,
Noble L.Gable Jr.; and sister, Emily G. Trego. Relatives and family are
invited to a celebration of life service Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at Mauger
Givnish Funeral Home, 24 Monument Ave., Malvern, Pa., with a visitation
at 3 to 5 p.m. and service to begin at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family
requests donations be sent to Jersey Shore Public Library, 110 Oliver St.,
Jersey Shore, PA 17740-1737. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 14, 2010
GARNETT Lois Virginia Dann
Beaver Dams, N.Y. — Lois Virginia Dann, age 88, of Beaver Dams,
died
on Thursday, October 7, 2010 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center.
She was born on October 29, 1921 in Corning, the daughter of James and
Ethel (Betts) Garnett. She married Raymond G. Dann, Sr. on March
15, 1941 in Corning. He predeceased her in 1990. Lois retired from
Corning, Inc. in 1981 following 30 years of service. She was an avid
Yankees fan, and enjoyed watching her soaps. She liked to gamble,
play bingo, and go to the fair. Lois and her husband enjoyed traveling
and they visited 48 states. She loved spending time with her family
and playing cards. Lois is survived by her daughter and son-in-law,
Lois and James Joyner of Beaver Dams; son and daughter-in-law, Robert and
Connie Dann of Horseheads, twelve grandchildren; thirty great-grandchildren,
6 great, great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Lois
was predeceased by her sons, Raymond G. Dann, Jr. and William P. Dann,
and by sisters, Irma Douglas Mildred Rader, Laura Ball, Betty Yale, and
Estella Rogers. Family and friends are invited to call
at Carpenter's Funeral Home, LLC, 14 East Pulteney Street in Corning on
Sunday, October 10, 2010 from 1:00 to 3:00pm and 6:00 to 8:00pm.
A funeral service will follow there at 8:00pm. Burial will take place
at Coopers Plains Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may
make donations to the American Cancer Society, 1400 Winton Road North,
Rochester, NY 14609-5896, or to the American Lung Association-Finger Lakes
Region, 1595 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY, 14620. - Corning Leader, October
9, 2010
HARKINSON Ruth L. Mayes
68, of Muncy, died Oct. 10, 2010, at the Muncy Valley Hospital, Skilled
Nursing Unit. She was born May 20, 1942, in Sinking Creek, a daughter of
the late Charles and Helen M. (Engle) Harkinson. She was married to the
late Mark Russell Mayes, until his passing in 2000. She enjoyed music,
bingo, word search, scary movies, John Wayne movies, "I Love Lucy," WWF
wrestling and spending time with her best friend, Charles (Chuck) Hardy
from New Jersey. She is survived by two daughters, Pamela (Josh) Meskell,
Hughesville and Geraldine (Mark) Divel, Cogan Station; a son, George F.
(Winnie) Mayes, Renovo; ten grandchildren, Matthew, Erica, Kyle, Anthony,
Dominque, Nathan, Markie, Taylor, Chanel and Chelsea; a great-grandson,
Colin; and a brother, Charles (Beverly) Bryan, Castanea. She was preceded
in death by a son, Lee Mayes. The family will receive friends from 6 to
7 p.m. Thursday in the McCarty-Thomas Funeral Home, 557 E. Water St., Hughesville.
- Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 12, 2010
HAUPT Gregory Matthew Haupt
36, of Eagle Dr. Watsontown and Darway Nursing Home, Forksville, died
on Oct. 8, 2010 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda. Born in Lewisburg on
May 9, 1974, he was the son of Susan (Haupt) Hoffman. On January 14, 2008,
he married the former Kelly Speece who survives. Matt attended Warrior
Run Schools and worked as a roofer, welder and as a handyman. He liked
to spend time with his boys, shoot pool, and to barbeque and have bonfires.
He enjoyed pit bulls and was a fan of the Dallas Cowboys and Mark Martin.
He is survived by his wife, two sons Bradley and Damien Haupt of Jersey
Shore, his maternal grandmother and adoptive mother Shirley A. Haupt of
Watsontown, three step children Russell Brittain, Melanie Brittain, and
Cherako Martin all of Watsontown, a sister and brother in law Sandra and
John Smith of Watsontown, a nephew Eric W. Schreck of Mifflinburg, a niece
Amber Jo Schreck of Dewart, and a great nephew and great niece Zachary
T and Allison R. Schreck of Mifflinburg. Matt was preceded in death by
his maternal grandfather and adoptive father Harold B. Haupt, and a brother
David W. Haupt. Friends and relatives will be received from 2 to 3 p.m.
on Monday October 11 at the Delaware Run Wesleyan Church, 5570 Musser Lane,
Watsontown, with the funeral following at 3 p.m. Officiating will be Rev.
Michael Reece. Burial will be private. Arrangements are under the care
of the Shaw Funeral Home Inc. 400 N. Front St. Milton. - Williamsport Sun
Gazette, October 10, 2010
HEIST Ronald A. Heist
71, of Muncy, died
Friday October 8, 2010, at the Williamsport
Hospital. Born in Lebanon on June 19, 1939, he was the son of the late
Elmer E. and Pauline B. Shutter Heist. Ron graduated from Lebanon High
School and the Atlantic Community College. He was a Vietnam Veteran and
proudly served in the U.S. Navy for 21 years. He enjoyed camping, fishing,
hunting and golf. Surviving are two sons, Ronald W. Heist Sr. and wife
Dawn of Lower Bank, N.J., and Gary L. Heist and wife Donna of Egg Harbor
City, N.J.; two daughters, Jennifer Ann Heist and fiance John M. Leavitt
of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Michelle K. and husband John A. Pabst of Egg
Harbor City, N.J.; a sister Judith Loose of Muncy; nine grandchildren and
one great-grandson. He was preceded in death by a sister Frances Reinhart.
Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Kreamer
Funeral Home and Crematory, 618 E. Main St., Annville, PA 17003. Interment
with full military honors will take place in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
Viewing will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. prior to the service
at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to the Disabled American
Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-0301 Attn: Gift Processing.
- Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 11, 2010
HEVNER Leonard L. "Lenny" Hevner
47, husband of Janet L. (Karchner) Hevner, of 94 Water St., Loganton,
Pa., died
at home on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010. Born on June 17, 1963,
in Jersey Shore he was the son of Ward Sr. and June (Heggenstaller) Rhinehart
of Loganton. Lenny was a 1981 graduate of Sugar Valley High School and
Williamsport Vocational Technology. He was employed for over 21 years
with P Stone of Rauchtown, serving in many capacities of the quarry business.
Lenny and Janet were wed on June 26, 1982 and shared over 28 years of marriage
together. Along with his wife and parents, he is survived by a son, Steven
Hevner of Lock Haven, and a daughter, Katie Hevner, at home; two brothers,
Dallas (Donna) Hevner of Loganton, and Ward Rhinehart Jr. (Wendy) of Loganton;
and paternal grandmother, Dolores Rhinehart of Loganton. Lenny enjoyed
hunting and auto body work and spending time with his family and friends.
The funeral service will be held on Thursday, Oct. 14 2010, at 11 a.m.
in the Loganton Wesleyan Church, 4962 Long Run Road, Loganton, with Pastor
Dan Reed officiating. A visitation will be held in the Wayne P. Urbine
Funeral Home, Inc., 95 E. Main St., Loganton, on Wednesday, from 6 to 9
p.m. Final interment will be held in Emmanuel Reformed Cemetery, Greenburr,
Pa. If desired memorials may be sent to the Sugar Valley Volunteer Fire
Co. No. 13, attention Rescue Squad. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October
13, 2010
HOLLENBECK Mary W. Perry Hahn
Age 95 of Horseheads died
September 13, 2010. Born Mary Louise
Welles to parents, Matthias Hollenbeck and Edith Minier Welles in Big Flats,
NY in 1915. She was predeceased by her parents and sister, Eleanor Welles
Henkel. She was married in 1940 to H. Edwin Hahn and was widowed in 1978.
She married Rollin L. Perry in 1985 and was again widowed in 1992. Mary
is survived by son, Steven W. Hahn of Reston, VA and daughter, Margaret
Hahn Rindge of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Peter W. (Jessica) Hahn of
Arlington, VA; Andrew R. Hahn of Reston, VA; John W. Rindge of Horseheads,
NY and Anne Marie Rindge of Charlottesville, VA. She retired from her NYS
Division of Parole in 1976. A memorial service will be celebrated on Fri.
Oct. 15, 2010 at 11:00 am in the First Presbyterian Church in Big Flats
95 Main St. Big Flats, NY 14814. Contributions in her memory may be made
to the Church of Big Flats. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 10, 2010
JACOBY David L. (Jake) Jacoby
70, died
in his home on October 11, 2010 with his loving wife
by his side. David was born in Corning, NY on May 15, 1940 to Arthur G.
and Helen Rouse Jacoby. He graduated from Corning Free Academy in 1959
followed by serving two years in the U.S. Navy and six years in the Navel
Reserve. David was a letter carrier for the United States Post Office in
Corning, NY for 29 years, retiring in 1992. He then divided his time between
his home here in Corning and one in Nokomis, FL. He also worked for the
Steuben County Sheriffs Dept. for 12 years on the navigation patrol on
Keuka Lake, where he loved spending most of his free time over the years
with his family on a houseboat that he built. He is survived by his wife,
Lois Palmer Jacoby whom he married on August 27, 1965; daughter, Laurie
(Clinton) Vanwormer of Beaver Dams, NY; sons, Bret (Deanna) Jacoby of San
Jose, CA, Chad (Adrianne) Jacoby of Bradenton, FL; sister, Jennifer (Doug)
Dawson of Shanghai, China and St. Petersburg, FL; and five grandchildren,
Malaina and Jake Jacoby, Jamie Kennedy and Courtney and Shelby Clark. He
was predeceased by his parents and brothers, Phil A. Jacoby (2002) and
Darrell H. Jacoby (1998). David was a faithful member and deacon of the
First Baptist Church, 100 E. First St., Corning, NY for the last 30 years.
His love for music led him to sing in the choir and in various musical
ensembles. There will be a service in celebration of his life held at First
Baptist Church on Friday, October 15, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. Donations in
lieu of flowers may be made to Property Committee of First Baptist Church
of Corning. Acly-Stover Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. -
Elmira Star Gazette, October 13, 2010
JASPER Ryan Matthew Jasper
29, of Cogan Station, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010. Born June 15, 1981,
in Williamsport, he was the son of Timothy Jasper and Dina Palmer Wascher.
He was a graduate of Williamsport High School and earned his PA State Barber
License in October of 2006, along with a business degree from Lehigh Carbon
Community College in 2007. Ryan was the owner of J Styles Barber Shop and
Salon in Newberry. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends,
fishing, crabbing in Seaside Park, N.J. and riding 4-wheelers. Surviving
are his parents, Timothy Jasper and Dina Palmer Wascher, and step-father,
Darrin Wascher; a sister, Lyndsay M. Jasper; fiance, Anna J. Henley; two
children, Jewelana Rhian Jasper and Lydia Grace Jasper; maternal grandparents,
Delorse and Dean Palmer; paternal grandmother, Eleanor Jasper; paternal
great-grandmother, Bertha Kitko; step-sister, Ashley C. Newton; and 12
cousins. Visitation will be held 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday followed
by memorial services at noon at Sanders Mortuary, 821 Diamond St., Williamsport.
Memorial contributions may be made in Ryan's name to a trust fund for his
children. Send contributions c/o Lori Kilheeney, 2716 McCoy St., Williamsport,
PA 17701. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 14, 2010
KACZKA Helen John
of Pennsauken, N.J., died Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010 at Garden Spring Center.
She was 96 years old. Helen was born Nov. 14, 1913 in Alden, Pa., daughter
of the late Andrew Kaczka and the late Sophie Kaczka (nee - Studnaisz).
She is the beloved wife of the late Joseph John; mother of Marie Widikowski;
grandmother of Matthew and Carl Widikowski; sister of Anthony Kaczka, Eugene
Kaczka and Viola Kean. She was predeceased by siblings, Edward Kaczka,
John Kaczka, Eleanor Hallissey, Adeline Shoemaker and Joseph Kaczka. She
is also survived by her nieces and nephews. Services were private. Memorial
contributions may be made in her memory to the Garden Spring Center, 1113
North Easton Road, Willow Grove, PA 19090. - Towanda Daily Review, October
10, 2010
KENNEDY Elaine J. Felix
59, of Williamsport, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at home after a valiant
12 year battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). Born March 12, 1951, in
Antes Fort, she was the daughter of Raymond and Annetta Kennedy. Elaine
was a 1970 graduate of Jersey Shore High School and obtained her nursing
degree from Pennsylvania College of Technology. She was often acknowledged
by patients and their families for her compassionate care, retiring from
Sycamore Manor after prior nursing assignments at Rose View Center and
the Meadows. Elaine was a member of Antes Forte United Methodist Church
where she and John A. Felix were married on October 23, 1999. She loved
to shop, to plant flowers, to cook and bake. She enjoyed accompanying her
husband on several cruises and on football weekends at Notre Dame University,
and attending hundreds of plays and concerts. She was one of Michael Bolton's
most avid fans. After meeting the pop singer when he appeared at the Community
Arts Center, Bolton and Elaine struck up a friendship, with Bolton giving
her his personal telephone number. Bolton graciously offered Elaine tickets
and backstage reception passes for seven concerts she and her husband attended
in Pennsylvania and New Jersey in the last several years. Nicknamed "ladybug",
Elaine collected ladybug attire and stuffed bunnies, but her overall passion
was collecting Betty Boop clothing and paraphernalia. Her massive collection
was featured in a Williamsport Sun-Gazette article in March 2008. Her bright
pride and joy was her white Persian Mozart, Elaine unapologetically spoiled
her cat with snacks and affection. Mozart's antics always brought a smile
to Elaine's face even in the final weeks of her life. Surviving in addition
to her husband of ten years John A. Felix are three daughters, Jeanne (Dan)
Kehler and Debra Campbell of Cogan Station and Jacqueline (Scott) Derr
of South Williamsport; eleven grandchildren, three step children, six step
grandchildren, three step great grandchildren; a brother Russell Kennedy;
four half-brothers Steven Kennedy, Michael Kennedy, Scott Kennedy, Anson
Paulhamus; and a half-sister Alma Paulhamus. In addition to her parents
she was preceded in death by her first husband, two brothers Raymond Kennedy,
Jr. and Marley Kennedy, and a grandson Zackary Derr. Funeral services will
be held at the Crouse Funeral Home, 133 E. Third St. Williamsport on Wednesday
at 10 a.m. with Msgr. Stephen D. McGough officiating. Followed by burial
in the Kennedy family plot in Avis. Friends may call at the funeral home
on Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions
in Elaine's name may be made to The ALS Association, Greater Philadelphia
Chapter, 321 Norristown Road, Suite 260, Ambler, PA 19002. Elaine was a
loving and generous wife, mother and grandmother. Her family thanks all
of Elaine's doctors, nurses, caregivers, and friends who supported her
long struggle over the last twelve years. May she now finally rest in peace.
- Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 11, 2010
KIOSKE Linda B. Dickey
60, of 4860 Route 220 Highway, Linden, Pa., died Thursday evening Oct.
7, 2010 in the ManorCare North Health Center in Williamsport. Born
March 31, 1950 in Jersey Shore, she was the daughter of John Kioske and
the former Thelma Blackwell. She was a 1968 graduate of the Jersey Shore
High School and a graduate of the Williamsport Hospital School of Nursing.
She also received the Clara Barton Service award by the National Red Cross,
while residing in North Dakota. Linda is survived by her husband Richard
H. Dickey, they were united in marriage Dec. 27, 1990. She was preceded
in death by a daughter Kyra Mae Poor Bear in 2000. Funeral services will
be Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010 at 11 a.m. in the Frederick B. Welker Funeral
home, 125 N. Main St., Jersey Shore. Friends may call from 10 a.m. Tuesday,
until time of services in the funeral home. Burial will be in the Jersey
Shore Cemetery. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 10, 2010
KNAPP Shirley Ann Knapp Blasingim
age 74, of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee died
on Saturday 25, 2010.
retired from Dura Inc. She was born and raised in Elmira, New York. She
is survived by two sons, Andrew Barrows Horseheads, New York and Brent
Blassingim of Lawrenceburg, TN two daughters, Kellie Cox of Loretto, TN
and Larena Allred of Florida, three brothers, Gordon Knapp and Ross Knapp
both of Loretto, TN and Thomas Knapp of Pine City, New York and two sisters,
Joan Stevens of Mt. Pleasant, TN and Nancy Champaign of Wellsburg, New
York. 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 4 step grandchildren and
1 step great grandchild. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 10, 2010
KNICKERBOCKER Eleanor L Hume
Corning, N.Y. — Eleanor L. (Knickerbocker) Hume, age 82, of Englewood,
Florida and Corning, died
on Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at Founders
Pavilion. She was born on August 4, 1928 in Corning, the daughter
of William and Leona (Westbrook) Knickerbocker. She married Raymond
B. Hume in 1973 in Corning. He predeceased her on May 24, 2001.
Eleanor retired from the Corning Painted Post School District at Carder
Elementary School in 1973 following 27 years of service. She was
a member of the Corning Order of the Eastern Star Rebekah Lodge, New York
State Teacher's Retirement Association and a life member of the Buffalo
State Alumni Association. Eleanor was an active member of the Englewood
United Methodist Church in Florida serving as a Sunday school teacher and
Stephen's Ministry. She was active in the Lemon Bay Woman's Club
in Englewood, Florida and she was very active in the start-up of the Corning
Teachers Credit Union, now Serv U. She is survived by her nieces, Lisa
Rosica and Vivian (Mike) Asiello; nephews, Gary (Linda) Knickerbocker and
Carl Knickerbocker; many great-nieces and great-nephews; and additional
family and friends in Englewood and Corning. She was predeceased
by her brothers, Ivan, Kenneth and Norman Knickerbocker; sister, Marjorie
Stocum; nephew, David Knickerbocker; and a great-nephew, Douglas Knickerbocker.
It was Eleanor’s wish that there be no calling hours. A private memorial
service was held October 11, 2010 at the home of Mike and Vivian Knickerbocker
Asielllo. Burial will take place at Barnard Cemetery. Those wishing
may make donations to Relay for Life, c/o American Cancer Society, 1316
College Ave, Elmira, NY 14901. Arrangements are with Carpenter’s Funeral
Home, LLC. - Corning Leader, October 12, 2010
MACK Allen R.
On October 10th, 2010, Roger went peacefully to be with God. He was
born on August 3, 1933, the son of the late Alfred and Irene Mack. His
family was his life, and his greatest joy was being a father, grandfather,
and a great-grandfather. Roger retired from the Athens I.R. in 1995, after
25 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Mary E. Mack, at
home, his children Barbara (James) Carl of Sayre, Joseph (Cindy) Mack of
Waverly, Cindy Becker of Waverly, and Michelle (Randy) Keene of Knoxville,
PA., his nine grandchildren Timothy and Jaimie Carl, Tara Kneebone, Joseph
(Lynn) Mack II, Zachary and Zebulen Becker, and Ryan, Katie, and Aaron
Keene, as well as 8 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his
brothers John, Terry, and Greg Mack of Waverly, sisters Pearlie Link of
Maryland and Jan Rogers of Owego, as well as sister-in-law Jeannie Mack
of Waverly. He was predeceased by his parents, his brothers Alfred
and Ronald, and his sister Lois Dennis. Memorial contributions may
be made to the Elderwood Adult Day Care in Waverly or to the Waverly United
Methodist Church in Roger's memory. A time for gathering with family
and friends will be from 4-6 PM, Thursday, October 14, 2010 at Blauvelt
Funeral Home, 625 Broad Street, Waverly, New York. The celebration of Roger's
life will follow the visitation with the Rev. Anne Bey Canfield honoring
his memory at 6 PM. Those wishing may send a private sympathy message of
remembrance for Roger's family. - Sayre Morning Times, October 11, 2010
McCARTHY Mary Grace Wilson
Rochester, N.Y. — Mary Grace "Grace" Wilson 86 years of 42 Big Oak
Drive, Painted Post, NY, died Monday October 11, 2010 at Strong Memorial
Hospital. She was born June 4, 1924 in Bakerton,PA, the daughter of the
late Jeremiah and Mary Kelly McCarthy. A lifetime resident of the Corning/Painted
Post area, graduating from St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School and attending
Northside High School. Grace and Frank B. Wilson were married November
24, 1956 in St. Vincent de Paul Church. She was employed with Corning Inc.,
working as a Quality Control Inspector at the Pressware Plant, retiring
in 1986. She had 37 years active and inactive service with the company.
Grace was a member of All Saints Parish, attending St. Vincent de Paul
Church, the Rosary Society and the Senior Center 55+Club. Grace was a special
woman, wife, mother and grandmother. She loved all her children, grandchildren
and great grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with her family and always
looked forward to the annual family Fourth of July gathering. Her greatest
pleasure was being a Mom and Grammy. She will be missed by all and remembered
for her infectious smile and warm hugs. Surviving, her husband, Frank
Wilson, son; Daniel (Kathy) Wilson of Painted Post, NY, daughters; Julie
(Steven) Tatro of Savona, NY and Trish Bixby of Painted Post, NY. Sister;
Maureen McCarthy of Corning, NY, sister in law; Joanna McCarthy of
Schenectady, NY. Grandchildren, Brittany Wilson, Jenna (Jeremy) Fusare,
Tiffany Tatro (and fiancee' Eric Perry), Steven Tatro II, Tommie (John)
Benjamin, Kyle Bixby, Jordan Bixby. Three Great Grand-daughters, Kayleigh
and Kamryn Fusare and Alana Grace Jones. Also several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her infant son; Timothy Wilson, brothers; Jeremiah
"Jay" McCarthy and Paul McCarthy. Sisters; Margaret "Peg" Landis and Rita
McCaffery. Friends may call at the Haughey Funeral Home 216 E. First St.,
Corning, NY, Thursday October 14, 2010 from 4-7pm. A Prayer Service will
be offered at the funeral home Friday October 15, 2010 at 9:30am followed
by A Mass of Christian Burial 10am at St. Vincent de Paul Church. Committal
Prayers and Entombment will be at the Mausoleum in St. Mary's Cemetery,
Corning, NY. The family would appreciate Memorial Donations be given in
Grace's name to: The Palliative Care Program, University of Rochester Medical
Center, 601 Elmwood Avenue Box 687, Rochester, NY 14642 or The Preservation
Fund of St. Vincent de Paul Church, 222 Dodge Avenue, Corning, NY 14830.
- Corning Leader, October 14, 2010
McGUIRE William F. McGuire,
76, of Montoursville, died
Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, at Manor
Care Health Services, South. He was born October 26, 1933, in Wilkes-Barre,
a son of James and Margaret Burke McGuire. Bill was a member of Our Lady
of Lourdes Catholic Church in Montoursville and had retired from Jersey
Shore Steel as a Human Resource Director. He was past President of West
Branch Manufactures and Tri-County Personnel. Bill was a member and served
on the Board of Directors at the Williamsport Country Club. He served two
years in the U.S. Army, enjoyed golfing, basketball, vacationing and spending
time with his family and nine grandchildren. He is survived by his wife
of 52 years, the former Arleen P. Jasulewicz; four daughters, Cathy A.
(David) Fraser of Morgantown, W.Va., Colleen M. (Tallie) Marsh of Phoenixville,
Pa., Lynne A. (Kevin) Lyons of Canton, Ga. and Amy B. Deljanovan of Montoursville;
a sister, Patricia Gill of Hellertown, Pa. and nine grandchildren, Lauren,
Kyle and Drew Fraser, Landon and Jack Marsh, Conor and Riley Lyons, Erin
and Derek Deljanovan. A Memorial Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct.
15, 2010, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 100 Walnut St., Montoursville.
Interment will follow in Montoursville Cemetery. Friends may call at Spitler
Funeral Home, 733 Broad St., Montoursville, on Thursday evening from 6
to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to either Our Lady
of Lourdes Catholic Church, 800 Mulberry St., Montoursville, PA 17754 or
to Susquehanna Regional Home Health & Hospice, c/o Providence Health
System Foundation, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701. - Williamsport
Sun Gazette, October 12, 2010
McKEOWN M. Elizabeth "Lib" Heindl
96, of the Williamsport Home Apartments for the last 18 months, formerly
of the 1200 block of W. Fourth St., Williamsport, died
peacefully
at the Williamsport Home on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010. Born November 17, 1913,
in Curwensville, she was a daughter of the late Richard and Mary A (Quigley)
McKeown. Lib was an avid reader and loved completing cryptograms; she was
also very talented in embroidery and painting. She was a member of St.
Joseph the Worker Parish, Annunciation Church. She was predeceased in death
by her husband, Francis X. Heindl in 1972; brothers, James and Claire McKeown;
sisters, Marie Allison, Helen Gehret and Margaret Nyce; granddaughter Lori
Ohl, two infant grandsons; and a great-grandson, Brandon Crouse. She is
survived by her four daughters, M. Patricia (Tom) Dincher and Joyce (Tony)
DiMarco, both of Bastress, Connie (Rod) Opp of South Williamsport, and
Jean (Jim) Edwards of Muncy; sisters, Louella Witherow of Clearfield and
Rosemary Hryn of DuBois; 13 grandchildren, Tami Anspach, Christine Lepley,
Wendy Oberdorf, Debbie Grove, Joan Crouse, Richard and Gregory Opp, Kimberly
Guthrie, Bernie, Mike, Pete, and Jim Dincher, and Liz Barnhart, 36 great-grandchildren,
and nine great-great grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will
be celebrated 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Annunciation
Church, 702 W. Fourth St., Williamsport, with the Rev. Shane L. Kirby celebrant.
Burial will be held in Wildwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held from
8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Sanders Mortuary, 821 Diamond St., Williamsport.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Lib's name may be made to
Hope Enterprises, 2401 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701. - Williamsport
Sun Gazette, October 12, 2010
MILLER Vance M. Miller
81, husband of Evalyn (Fenstermaker) Miller, of 3344 W. Fourth St.,
Williamsport, Pa., died
at home on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010. Born
in Jersey Shore, Pa., on Jan. 3, 1929, he was the son of the late Hammond
and Marian (Minisker) Miller. Vance and his wife were wed on Oct. 30, 1953,
and shared almost 57 years of marriage together. He served honorably in
the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a 1946 graduate of Jersey Shore
High School, and following his time spent in the military, attended Lycoming
College. Vance was the proprietor of the Harvest Moon Bowling Lanes, Linden,
Pa., for the past 37 years. He was past president and secretary of the
Lycoming County Bowling Assoc., and a member of the Lycoming County Bowling
Hall of Fame. He was also a member of the American Legion Post No. 36,
Jersey Shore, the V.F.W. No. 7863, DuBoistown, the 7th Infantry Division,
and the Keystone League, Williamsport. Surviving along with his wife, are
two daughters, Debra Miller of Woolrich and Peggy Miller of Williamsport;
two sons, Bill Miller of Linden and Dave Miller of Jersey Shore; and a
sister, Eleanor Lentz of Lancaster. There will be no public services; if
desired, memorials may be sent to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements
are entrusted to the Wayne P. Urbine Funeral Home, Inc., 408 S. Main St.,
Jersey Shore. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 14, 2010
NYKIEL J. Jerome "Jerry" Nykiel
of Elmira, NY, and Pulteney, NY, died
unexpectedly at work on
Friday, October 8, 2010. He was born on May 11, 1952, in Elmira, NY, to
Elizabeth Teresa (Tinkler) Nykiel (Deceased) and Joseph Nykiel. He was
predeceased by uncles, William J. Tinkler of Hartford, CT, Theodore Nickel
of Hudson, PA, Walter Nickel of Somerdale, NJ; aunts, Eleanor Nickel of
Hudson, PA, Virginia Tinkler of Elmira, NY; grandparents, Helen Majchrzak
and Franczek Nickel (Nykiel) of Hudson, PA; and grandparents, John and
Teresa Tinkler of Elmira, NY. He is survived by his father, Joseph of Elmira;
brothers, Vincent (Janet) Nykiel of Elmira and Kenneth (Jean) Nykiel of
North Canton, OH; nephew, Daniel Joseph Nykiel of Canton, MI; niece, Katherine
Elizabeth Nykiel of Findlay, OH; first cousins, David (Maribeth) Nickel
and Beverly (Kevin) Myers of NJ; as well as several cousins in the Elmira
area. He attended Southside High School, graduated Cum Laude from Niagara
University, and obtained a Master of Business Administration from the Wharton
School of Finance, University of Pennsylvania. Jerry was a longterm employee
of John G. Ullman and Associates of Corning, NY, where he served as their
Director of Securities Trading. With his strong personal interest in analysis
and securities, Jerry became a Senior Associate in Securities Research
and Portfolio Management in July 2009. Jerry also served in a number of
other management roles, including being a member of the Company's Operations
Committee. Prior to that he was employed by Sunmaster Corp. of Corning,
NY. He was a lifelong communicant of St. Mary's Church in Elmira, NY, a
member of the Elmira Hibernians and the Polish National Alliance. During
the past four decades, Jerry spent countless hours researching, writing,
and lecturing about genealogy. He was an avid gardener, growing his own
plants from seed, including heirloom varieties. Jerry thoroughly enjoyed
following the sports teams of his alma maters, the NY Yankees, and spending
time at his cottage on Stone Point, Keuka Lake. Additionally, he was an
avid reader. Arrangements are being handled by Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.,
1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY. Viewing hours will be at the funeral
home from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 13, 2010, and a
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, October 14, 2010, at
10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Fulton and Franklin St. in Elmira, NY. In
lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Church,
Elmira, NY, or the Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Cancer Research Foundation,
P.O. Box 442, Needham, MA 02494 (www.accrf.org) in Jerry's memory. - Elmira
Star Gazette, October 11, 2010
OLIVER John R.Oliver
Age 75, of Co. Rt. 16, Beaver Dams died
unexpectedly on Tuesday,
October 12, 2010 at home, the same day as his brother Ray A. Oliver Sr.
The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral
Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen, on Saturday, October 16 from 2-4pm
and 6-7pm; with a funeral service following at 7:00pm. John honorably served
in the US Army during the Korean War. He worked for Haskell Construction
of Elmira Heights and sold used car parts at his home in Beaver Dams. He
is survived by his wife, Doris Oliver; children, Doreen (Stephen) Mack
of Lansing, Steven (Mindy) Oliver Sr. of Beaver Dams, Timothy (Alice) Oliver,
Auburn WA, Regina (Donald) Simpson of Beaver Dams; nine grandchildren,
Brian (Becky) Taylor, Jennifer (Mike) Lynch, Doug Snyder, Steven (Brittany)
Oliver Jr., Heather (Ryan) Romanos, Tamara Bradley, Angela (PJ) Smith,
Jeannette (Shaun) Simpson, Jordannmarie Simpson; 15 great-grandchildren;
a brother; several sisters; and special friend, Doris Masker. [Baker-Miller
Cemetery, CR-16 & Donovan Hill Rd., Beaver Dams, NY with full military
honors.] - Elmira Star Gazette, October 14, 2010
OLIVER Ray A. Oliver Sr
Age 72, of Moreland, died
unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 12,
2010 at home, the same day as his brother, John Oliver. He was also predeceased
by his beloved wife, Pauline E. Oliver on March 25, 2009. He is survived
by his children, Cynthia (Michael) Stansfield of Horseheads, Lorie Oliver
(Steve) of Watkins Glen, Ray Oliver, Jr. (Nancy) of Lake Harmony, PA; five
grandchildren, John (Kristin) Rider, Jamielyn (Jeff) Swartz, Ray A. Oliver
III, Jolie Rider (Michael), Sheena (Joseph) Haynes, and Karen Little; six
great-grandchildren; special friend, Charles Stoddard; and a brother and
several sisters. The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy
Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen, on Friday (October 15th) from
2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will follow at the funeral home
at 8:00 p.m; Rev. Anne Campbell officiating. A committal service will be
held Saturday at 10 a.m. at Beaver Dams Cemetery. Ray loved his family,
community and especially racing. He was a member of numerous groups and
organizations, and a volunteer. Ray was a member of the Moreland Presbyterian
Church, the Moreland and Townsend Granges, member of the Glen Region SCCA,
past Fire Chief of Beaver Dams Fire Department and a NYS Fire Instructor
and a Boy Scout Leader. He formerly worked for Westinghouse and Shepard-Niles.
Ray especially loved volunteering for the numerous group and organizations
each Christmas season as Santa Clause. He will be dearly missed by his
family, friends and this community. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 14,
2010
PHILLIPS Grace A
Early on Oct. 12, 2010, Grace A. Young, 96, of Muncy Valley, passed
threw the Heavenly Gates and joined her husband of 67 years, Willis R.
Young, who died
Jan. 16, 2004. Grace was born Jan. 23, 1914, in
Davidson Township, Sullivan County, a daughter of the late George and Hattie
Rider Phillips. She retired in 1973 from the former West Fourth Manufacturing
Company, Williamsport, after having worked there for over 30 years. Grace
was a member of the Hemlock Grove United Methodist Church and served as
treasurer for over 50 years. She enjoyed making wedding gowns, wedding
cakes and baking sticky buns. Grace also loved crocheting and her cats.
Surviving are a daughter, Patricia "Patsy" (Irvin) Michael of Muncy Valley;
a sister, Hildra Faus of Millville; five grandchildren, Belinda (Dale)
Moser, Natalie (Rick) Felix, Irvin L. (Barb) Michael, Ronnie (Nancy) Michael
and Chad (Shasta) Michael; 14 great-grandchildren; and 18 great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents and husband, Grace was preceded in death by
four brothers and three sisters. Funeral services will be held 3 p.m. Saturday,
at the McCarty-Thomas Funeral Home, 557 E. Water St., Hughesville, with
the Rev. Charles A. Harris Sr. officiating. Burial will follow in Muncy
Cemetery. Friends may call from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral
home. Flowers are welcome; however, memorial contributions may also
be made to the Hemlock Grove United Methodist Church, 1874 Route 220, Muncy
Valley, PA 17758. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 13, 2010
RAWCLIFFE Loleta J. Stafford,
79, of Stroud Township, died Oct. 1, 2010. Born on May 26, 1931, in
Newark, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Charles F. and Loleta (Schultz)
Rawcliffe. She was raised in Belleville, N.J., and lived in Rutherford,
N.J. before moving to Pa. in 2008. She worked for Flick-Compass Food Services
in N.J. for 30 years until retiring in December 2008, and was also a docent
at Lambert Castle in Paterson for many years. Surviving are two children,
Vanessa L. Baillis and her husband Wayne of Stroud Township and Glenn Stafford
and his wife Stephanie of Blaine, Minn.; and three grandchildren, Britney
Jane Stafford, Lucas James Stafford and Erica Lynn Stafford. There will
be no services at this time. The family requests that memorial remembrances
be made to the VNA Hospice House c/o VNA Hospice of Monroe County, 502
Independence Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301. Arrangements by William
H. Clark Funeral Home, 1003 Main St., Stroudsburg, PA 18360. - Williamsport
Sun Gazette, October 8, 2010
REED Grace L. Barbour
78, of Montoursville, died
Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, at the Valley
View Nursing Center. She was born January 1, 1932, in Unityville, a daughter
of Ralph R. and Anna Meryl Gower Reed. Grace had assisted her husband with
the former Perris Pharmacy in Montoursville, and was a member of the Faxon
Kenmar United Methodist Church. She loved cats, enjoyed bowling, racquetball,
traveling and being with family and friends. She was predeceased by her
husband of 54 years, Robert E.; a brother, Raymond Reed; and a sister,
Lois Ryan. Grace is survived by her two sons, Robert M. (Amy) of Plunketts
Creek Twp. and Mark E. of Fairfax, Va.; a brother, John A. Reed of Montoursville;
and two grandchildren, Lydia and Amanda. A graveside service will be held
at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, in Barbours Cemetery with Rev. David
L. Brinker officiating. A memorial service will be announced at a later
date. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be
made to Lycoming County S.P.C.A, 2805 Reach Road, Williamsport, PA 17701.
Arrangements are by Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville. - Williamsport
Sun Gazette, October 8, 2010
REVIE Adeline Revie Cunningham
a resident of Broad Acres Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Wellsboro
and formerly of Blossburg, died Monday Oct. 11, 2010. Born Feb. 24, 1920,
in Blossburg she was the daughter of Hector and Margaret Hanwell Revie.
She married Hugh B. Cunningham who preceded her in death. She was also
preceded in death by their son, Gerald H. (Jerry) Cunningham. Survivors
are her daughter, Linda (Lyle) Cloos; grandson, Lyle Cloos Jr. and a great-grandson,
Gavin Cloos. Mrs. Cunningham previously was a member of St. Andrew's Catholic
Church in Blossburg. She is now a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church
in Wellsboro. It was Mrs. Cunningham's wish that there be no visitation.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, Oct. 16, at 1 p.m.
from St. Peter's Catholic Church, Wellsboro with the Rev. John Chmil as
celebrant. Arrangements have been entrusted to Freeberg Funeral Home, Blossburg.
Wellsboro Gazette - October 12, 2010
SCARBOROUGH Alton L. Scarborough
77, of Wellsboro, died
on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, surrounded
by his loving family, after a brief but difficult illness. He was a veteran,
having served in the Army before meeting his wife, Cornelia. Alton was
a kind, loving man who worked hard and devoted himself to his family. He
served as a deacon in the Antrim Baptist Church for many years. In his
later years, he enjoyed woodworking and having his morning coffee at McDonald's
with his special group of friends. He is survived by his wife of
53 years, Cornelila (Costley)Scarborough; three children, Alton (Sunny)
Scarborough and wife Pam, Sharon Schickling and her husband, Chris, Amy
Paxson-Bartlett and her husband, Brett; six grandsons, Eric Scarborough
and wife Emily, Ryan Alton Gottschall, Kyle Scarborough, Adam Schickling,
Daniel Paxson and Paul Paxson; two granddaughters, Sarah Cole and Savannah
Stewart-Bartlett; one great-granddaughter-to-be, Jess Davenport; one great-grandson,
Caleb Alton Scarborough, son of Eric and Emily. Alton was so excited that
he was getting his first great-grandchild and deeply honored when he was
told the name would be Caleb Alton. His family will honor Alton's
wishes and have a private family service when he is laid to rest. He will
be missed deeply and loved always. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral
Home, a ""Life Celebration Home,"" 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Wellsboro Gazette
- October 10, 2010
SIMPSON Leone "Onnie"
Rush, N.Y. — Leone Simpson “Onnie” Schonher, 80, died Wednesday, Oct.
6, 2010. She was predeceased by her son, Herbert. Survivors include her
husband of 56 years, Allen; daughter, Laura (Stephen) DeWinde; grandchildren,
Meghan and Zachary DeWinde; brothers, Arthur and Leon “Harry” Simpson.
Many nieces, nephews and friends. Onnie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother
and a servant of the Lord. A blessing to all those who knew her. Friends
may call Friday, Oct. 15, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at the Merton H. Kays Funeral
Home Inc., 59 Monroe St., Honeoye Falls. Her funeral will be held Saturday,
Oct. 16, 2 p.m. at the Lima Baptist Church, 1574 Rochester St., Lima. Burial,
Risingville Cemetery, Thurston, N.Y. - Corning Leader, October 14, 2010
SMITH Diane Maxine
Spokane, Wash. — Diana Maxine Smith, age 77, died August 22,
2010, in Spokane, Washington, after a long illness. She was born
and raised in Corning, NY, and graduated from Corning Northside High School
in 1951. She earned her nursing degree from the University of Rochester
in 1956 and worked many years as a nurse at Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore,
among other facilities in MD. Prior to her nursing career, she helped
raise her family in Springfield, VA, while serving as an enthusiastic volunteer
for organizations advocating low- and moderate-income housing and benefiting
mentally disabled children and adults. She was also active in the
Democratic Party and the League of Women Voters and was a member of MENSA.
Throughout the years, Diana’s beautiful voice could be heard in many church
choirs and singing groups and she loved to play the piano. She was
preceded in death by parents Maxine and Walter E. Smith, sister-in-law
Janet L. Smith, and grandson William B. Wrench III. Diana is survived
by her brother David L. (Buzz) Smith; sister Pam Asarese (Dominic); former
husbands, Clay Welch and William B. Wrench I; children: Laura E. Wrench,
William B. Wrench II (Kathy), Suzanne M. Gillespie (Andy), and Walter E.
Wrench (Michelle); nieces: Karen Hogue (Jim), Susan Smith, and Lisa Smith;
nephews David Smith (Mary), Rob, Mike (Sue), and Eric (Michelle) Schmarder;
several cousins; numerous grandchildren, grandnieces, grandnephews, and
great-grandchildren. A memorial celebration of her life will be held
at Christ Episcopal Church, 33 E. First Street, Corning, NY, on October
16, 2010, at 2:00 PM with the Reverend Ella Breckenridge officiating.
Burial will be in Hope Cemetery in Corning. Donations may be made
to the Stewart Park Housing Development Fund Company, Inc., to benefit
the Walter E. Smith Community Center, 301 Walter Smith Terrace, #106, Corning,
NY 14830 or to Corning Meals on Wheels, 144 Cedar St., Corning, NY 14830.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Phillips Funeral Home & Cremation
Service, 17 W. Pulteney Street, Corning, NY 14830. - Corning Leader, October
12, 2010
SMITH Joanne C. Brehm 71, of Hughesville, died at 8:45 a.m.,
Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, at the Gatehouse, where she had been a resident
for the past day. She had been a resident of Manor Care North since April.
Born August 12, 1939, in St. Mary's, Cameron Co., a daughter of the late
Cecil and Eloise Smith. Her husband of 20 years, Richard Brehm, died
in 2003. Earlier in life, she had been married to the late Donald
J. Kephart and the late Burton K. Clark. Joanne graduated from Cameron
High School, class of 1957, where everyone knew her as "Tex." She had worked
for C.A. Reed, Williamsport, and for Sylvania for many years. Joanne enjoyed
fishing, hunting, family canasta games and breeding Maltese and Shih Tzu
dogs. She is survived by two daughters, Debra Kephart-Wall, Charleston,
S.C. and Tara (Michael) Savage, Hughesville; two sons, Richard Clark, Charleston,
S.C. and Jeffrey (Samantha) Clark, Picture Rocks; a sister, Bonnie (Larry)
Hampsher, Williamsport; a brother, David Smith, Emporium; six grandchildren
and one great-granddaughter. Funeral services will be held at 10
a.m. Saturday in the McCarty-Thomas Funeral Home, with the Pastor James
M. Savage, officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral
home Saturday from 9 a.m. until the hour of service. In lieu of flowers,
memorial contributions may be made to either the Gatehouse of Divine Providence
Hospital, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701 or the American Cancer
Society, 1948 E. 3rd St., Williamsport, PA 17701. - Williamsport Sun Gazette,
October 8, 2010
SPAULDING Linda C. Fazzary
age 73, of N. Decatur St., Watkins Glen, died
at home on Sunday,
October 10, 2010. Friends and family may call from 4pm to 7pm on Wednesday,
October 13 at Haughey-Wood Funeral Home, 119 5th St., Watkins Glen. A Mass
of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10am on Thursday, October 14
at St. Mary's of the Lake Church. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to
Catholic Charities of Schuyler County, 607 N. Franklin St., Watkins Glen,
NY 14891. Linda was born on September 3, 1937 in Elmira, NY, the daughter
of the late Sheik and Elizabeth Spaulding. Linda was a long time resident
of Watkins Glen and retired after 35 years of service as a nurse's aid
at Watkins Glen Central School District. In addition to her parents, she
was predeceased by her husband, Mickey Fazzary on July 14, 1981. Linda
is survived by her loving children, Steven Fazzary and Shelly (Bill) Carufe;
her grandchildren, Mikel Fazzary, Brian and Kyle Carufe; several sisters-in-law,
brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and many close friends. - Elmira Star
Gazette, October 13, 2010
SPRING Jennie L. Spring
70, of 300 Leader Drive, Williamsport, PA died
on Saturday,
October 9, 2010, at Manor Care - North, Williamsport, Pa. Born in Williamsport,
Pa. on September 16, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Russell E.
and Pauline A. (Stamm) Spring. For many years Jennie was a cook at Joey's
Restaurant, Williamsport. Jennie was a former member of St. Matthew's Lutheran
Church, Newberry. She is survived by two brothers, Tom Spring of Lock Haven
and James Younger of Montgomery. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m.
on Wednesday, October 13, 2010 in the chapel of the Wayne P. Urbine Funeral
Home, Inc., 408 South Main St., Jersey Shore with Rev. Kerry Aucker officiating.
Visitation will be held in the funeral home one hour prior to the service.
Final Interment will be held in Green Lawn Memorial Park, Montgomery, Pa.
- Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 11, 2010
STOCUM Donald R
WILLISTON, FLA. — Donald R. Stocum of Williston, FL died
October 5, 2010 in Williston. He was the son of Elmer and Riba Stocum of
Canisteo. Surviving are his wife Eldora McCann Stocum, three sons Donald
(Brenda) Stocum of Burdett, Darren (Susan) Stocum of Watkins Glen, James
(Becky) Stocum of Binghamton, three daughters, Teri (Phil) Bicille of Burdett,
Wendy (Greg) Chiplick and Susan (James) Chaffee both of Newfield, step-children
Gary (Doni) McCann of Hammondsport, Richard (Jean) McCann of Parsons,
TN and Randy (Norma) McCann of Bath, 8 grandchildren and 5 step-grandchildren,
brothers Jack Stocum of Hornell and Roger (Shirley) Stocum of PA, sisters
Carolyn Friedrick of Williamsburg, VA, and Nancy McMindes of Canisteo,
sister-in-law Monica Stocum of LeRoy. He was retired from Dresser-Rand
after 42 years of service, he was an avid hunter and fisherman. Service
will be held at the convenience of the family. - Corning Leader, October
14, 2010
SUTTON Jeanette G. "Dolly" Westerdale
67, of 1704 Murray Road, Muncy, died
on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010,
at her home after a brief illness. Dolly was born May 7, 1943, in Governor's
Island, N.Y., the eldest daughter of the late Jeanette G. Sandstrom and
Frank Sutton. On Oct. 19, 1962, at Dillion, S.C., she married Harry B.
Westerdale Sr., who survives. They would have celebrated 48 years of marriage.
At the time of her death, Dolly was the office manager and bookkeeper at
the Alley Cat Hair Shop in Muncy. Dolly was an active member of the Church
of the Resurrection, Muncy. She was affiliated with many civic organizations
in the Muncy area including the Muncy Public Library. Dolly's greatest
loves were her husband and family. She enjoyed playing cards, never met
a stranger and lived life to the fullest. Surviving in addition to her
husband are a son, Bruce F. Westerdale and his companion Melanie Mazur
of Nanticoke; a daughter, Ginger G. Osborn and her husband, Alan, of Light
Street; a grandson, Brett and a granddaughter, Gabrielle; three sisters,
Vivian Holdren of Roanoke Va., Marian Henry of Norfolk, Va. and Julie Goodrich
of Chesapeake, Va.; three brothers, Paul Sutton of Outer Banks, N.C., Patrick
and Steve Sutton, both of Roanoke, Va.; her lifetime friend, Brenda Cordova
of Monument, Colo.; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A funeral mass
will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the Church of the Resurrection, 75 Musser
Lane, Muncy. Friends will be received following the service at the luncheon.
The family will provide flowers, however, if desired memorial contributions
may be made to either SUN Home Hospice, 61 Duke St., PO Box 232, Northumberland,
PA 17857 or the Muncy Public Library, 108 S. Main St., Muncy, PA 17756.
The family is being assisted by Grenoble's, 121 S. Main St., Muncy. - Williamsport
Sun Gazette, October 12, 2010
TRIMMER Mae E. Hall
82, of Williamsport, Pa. died
on Saturday, October 9, 2010,
at Manor Care of Williamsport, after a courageous 5 year battle with cancer.
Mae was the wife of Roland H. Hall with whom she shared 64 years of marriage.
Mae was born May 27, 1928, in Carlisle, Pa., the daughter of the late Maurice
E. and Charlotte N. Simcox Trimmer. Mae retired in 1993 after working 45
years as a Traffic Manager for C.A. Reed. She was a member of Bethel Presbyterian
Church of Williamsport, the Eastern Star of Williamsport and was a mother
advisor for the Rainbow Girls. Above all Mae loved spending time with her
family. She also enjoyed traveling, dining out, cooking, gardening, watching
NASCAR, making chocolate covered cherries, Bon Bons and chocolate covered
peanuts for her daughter Sherrie. In addition to her husband, she is survived
by a daughter Sherrie A. (Robert) Effen; two sisters, Janet L. Kershner,
Peggy L. Donahay; two grandchildren, Wendy A. (Barry) Enders and Ronald
A. (Krista) Burkholder; and three great grandchildren, Alycia and Holly
Enders and Brayden Burkholder. Relatives and friends are invited to attend
Mae's Life Celebration from 10 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, October 12, 2010
at the James C. Maneval Funeral Home, Ltd., "A Life Celebration Home" 500
West Fourth St. Williamsport. Funeral services will follow at noon on Tuesday
at the funeral home with Pastor Wanda L. Minnick officiating. Interment
will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Montgomery, Pa. In Mae's memory,
memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society Lycoming
Unit 1948 E. Third St. Williamsport, PA 17701. - Williamsport Sun Gazette,
October 11, 2010
WALDEISEN Mrs. Prudence W. Poff,
83, of Williamsport, Pa., died
at The Gatehouse in Divine Providence
Hospital on Oct. 10, 2010. Over the last 2 years, she never lost her sense
of humor and kept a positive outlook. She was the wife of William H. Poff
Jr., with whom she married on July 11, 1950, in the Little Chapel of the
Upper Room of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, and shared 57 years of marriage
until his passing in July 2007. Born August 23, 1927, in Williamsport,
Pa., Prudy was the daughter of the late William R. and Prudence (Gray)
Waldeisen. Surviving are two daughters, Christy Anderson (Don) of Marietta,
Ga., and Candy Dewar (Steve) of Montoursville; a son, Herb Poff of Williamsport;
grandchildren, Donny Anderson (Sandy) of North Bend, Wash., Gwen Anderson
of Dallas, Ga., Beth Ford (Mike) of Marietta, Ga., and Brittany Frey (Kyle)
and Stephen Dewar, both of Montoursville. She was also survived by one
sister, Eleanor W. Whiting, and one brother, William R. Waldeisen Jr.,
and predeceased by one brother, Robert B. Waldeisen. She was a 1945 graduate
of Williamsport High School, attended University of Arizona, and graduated
from the Katherine Gibb's Secretarial School in Boston in 1948. She was
employed as secretary to Attorney Joseph M. McNerney at the time of her
wedding engagement. A loving wife, mother and grandmother, Prudy
especially enjoyed her family, her flowers, the cabin on the Loyalsock,
drives in the country and on back roads, and playing bridge with the "kids."
She also helped up until 1981 with the family business, Harder's Sporting
Goods, and mainly with the woman's shop of Pendleton clothes. In later
years, she worked for her brother-in-law, John W. Whiting Jr., for his
accounting firm which later merged with Parente Randolph. And until just
recent months, she had volunteered for the Faxon Meals-on-Wheels program.
She was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church. A memorial service will
be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, at St. Mark's Lutheran Church,
142 Market St., Williamsport, with the Rev. Kenneth R. Elkin officiating.
A private graveside service will be held in Montoursville Cemetery. Friends
will be received 10 to 11 a.m. in the church. Contributions may be made
to either St. Mark's Lutheran Church or Susquehanna Home Care & Hospice,
Divine Providence Hospital, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701.
Arrangements are by Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville. - Williamsport
Sun Gazette, October 12, 2010
WALTER Helen A. Wilt
85, died
Oct. 6, 2010, formerly a resident of South Williamsport,
died
in Texas City, Texas. Helen is preceded in death by her husband
of 64 years, Jack Wilt. They have five children, Jack (Adina) and Carol
(Ron) Bastien of Texas, Ken (Nancy) of New Holland, Connie (Steven) Kriner
of Williamsport, and Keith of Ohio. She also leaves behind seven grandchildren
and four great-grandchildren, two brothers, Robert and Everett Walter,
both of Sunbury, Pa., and numerous other relatives, friends and her dog
"Puck." She was born in Sunbury, Pa. in 1925, one of 11 children.
Her family then moved to South Williamsport in 1952. Helen was a loving
mother and grandmother; she also took much pleasure in her job as a school
crossing guard. In 1989, Helen and Jack moved to Bayou Vista, Texas
where they were very active in the Social Club, Third Friday Night Dinner
Club and the Card Club. A private celebration of life will take place at
a later date. The family wishes to extend a very special thanks to Ashton
Parke Care Center for their extremely compassionate care. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Lung
Assoc. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 13, 2010
WENZEL Harriet S. Koch
67, of Hughesville, died October 9, 2010, at the Williamsport Regional
Medical Center. She was born January 31, 1943, in St. Augustine, Fla. a
daughter of the late William and Marjorie (Stohler) Wenzel. She married
Robert T. Koch, June 25, 1966, who survives. She was a member of Trinity
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hughesville. Harriet graduated from Hughesville
High School, Class of 1960, as the salutatorian. She attended Juniata College
from 1960 to 1962 and graduated from Columbia University in 1964, with
a degree in nursing. From 1977 to 1992, she served the East Lycoming School
District as a school nurse, predominately in the Ashkar Elementary School.
She was owner, treasurer and guiding light of the Bullfrog Brewery and
Restaurant, Williamsport. Harriet was an avid artist and animal lover.
She was passionate about herb gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.
Her generous spirit has made a permanent mark on all that knew and loved
her. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Marjorie
Koch, New Cumberland; a son, Steven (Alicia) Koch, Williamsport; four grandchildren,
Birch Koch, Kate Sharbaugh, Sage Koch and Indigo Koch; and a sister, Marjorie
(Larry) Frantz, Hughesville. A memorial service will be held 4 p.m. Wednesday
at the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hughesville with Rev. Cinda
Brucker officiating. Friends will be received at the church for a visitation
beginning at 2:30 p.m. until the time of service. In Lieu of flowers, the
family requests contributions be made to the Harriet S. Koch memorial fund,
where the proceeds will be distributed to her favorite local charities.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the McCarty-Thomas Funeral Home, Hughesville.
- Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 11, 2010
WESTLAKE William M. Westlake
Age 68 of Horseheads, NY died Monday October 4, 2010 in the comfort
of his home after an extended illness. Bill was born on November 21, 1941
in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Frank and Lena Westlake. He is also
predecesed by his wife, Phyllis Shearer, and son Michael Westlake. He is
survived by a special friend, soul mate and caregiver, Beverly Girven,
two brothers, Franklin (Marie) Westlake, and David (Mary Ann) Westlake;
sons Jeffrey (Cynthia) Westlake of S. Carolina, Keith Westlake of California,
and Christopher (Laura) Westlake of California; step-daughters, Tonya (Daryl)
Davis and Katrina (Darin) Magee of Elmira, NY. 12 grandchildren, 4 great
grandchildren and many nieces and nephews and dear friends, Dick &
Sandy Arnold. Bill was retired from Naglee Moving & Storage. He enjoyed
fishing, hunting, trips to Atlantic City, and riding his motorbike. The
family will receive friends at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave. Elmira/Southport on Saturday October 9, 2010 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM
with Funeral and Committal Service there Saturday at 1:00 PM. The Reverend
William Wells will officiate. Interment will be held at the convenience
of the family. In lieu of flowers those wishing may make memorials to the
Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative Care, 11751 E. Corning Rd. Corning
NY 14830. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 8, 2010
WOODS Madale Bolden
70, of Williamsport, died
Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at the Williamsport
Regional Medical Center. She was born Oct. 17, 1939, in Durham, N.C., the
daughter of Anderson R. and Mildred Boney Woods. Madale was the wife of
Walter J. Bolden with whom she shared 53 years of marriage. She retired
in 1989 from the Suffolk State Institution where she was an orderly. Madale
loved music, dancing and spending time with friends and family. She enjoyed
watching movies. Madale is survived by her husband Walter; a daughter,
Linda (David son-in-law) Williams of Williamsport; a brother, Robert Woods;
two sisters, Valerie Mitchell of Bayshore, Long Island, N.Y. and Victoria
Lewis of Wyandanch, Long Island, N.Y.; and by a host of grandchildren and
nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to Madale's Life
Celebration service at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at the James C.
Maneval Funeral Home, Ltd., "A Life Celebration Home," 500 W. Fourth St.,
Williamsport. Family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. Burial will
be private at the convenience of the family. - Williamsport Sun Gazette,
October 13, 2010
WOODS Stephen D. Woods
64, of 272 Groupe Road, Jersey Shore, died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010,
in the Williamsport Regional Medical Center. Born Aug. 29, 1946, in Sugar
Creek Township, Pa., he was the son of Harold Woods and the former Phyllis
Hites. Stephen is survived by his wife, the former Denise M. Gheen; they
were united in marriage April 1, 1995. He was retired from the New Jersey
Carpenters Union No. 1489 and during the Vietnam War he served his country
in the U.S. Air Force. For many years, he was a member of the Sheshequin
Buck Skinners Hunting Club and PA Longbow Association. He also was a member
of the Mount Holly American Legion No. 0011 and a life member of the Medford,
N.J. Veterans of Foreign War Post No. 7677. Stephen was a 1964 graduate
of the Rockey Grove High School in Franklin, Pa. Also surviving are two
sons, Stephen R. Woods of Washington, D.C. and Shayne R. (Kelly) Woods
of Wenonah, N.J.; one grandson, Kyan S. Woods; one brother, Randall Woods
of Charleston, W.Va.; and one sister, Vicki Warner of Salem, W.Va. Funeral
services will be Saturday evening, Oct. 16, 2010 at 7 p.m. in the Frederick
B. Welker Funeral Home, 125 N. Main St., Jersey Shore. Friends may call
Saturday from 5 to time of service in the funeral home. Pastor Dave Eggers
will officiate. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 14, 2010
WOZNICKI Louise Woznicki Wildrick
widow of Herbert Wildrick of Wyalusing, PA, at the age of 96, died
on Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 6, peacefully, in the presence of her
loving family at Mercy Tyler Hospital. Born on May 4, 1914 in Plains,
PA, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Susan Woznicki. On June
24, 1939, Louise married Herbert Wildrick of Wyalusing. They shared 44
wonderful years together. They were owners of Cold Springs Farm and
supplied many towns and schools with their milk products. It later became
a poultry farm and this also was a successful venture and they were able
to supply chickens to thousands. They rented out their summer cottages
and boats along the Susquehanna River. Mrs. Wildrick was a devoted
member of St. Mary’s of the Assumption Roman Catholic Church. The thing
she cherished most in life was being with her children, grandchildren and
great-grandchildren. Through the years, family and friends were the
beneficiaries of Louise’s exquisite cooking and baking. Special favorites
were her apple and chocolate pies. She always baked her pies for the Wyalusing
Firemen’s Carnival and the St. Mary’s dinners. She loved gardening and
was still canning at the age of 95. She was also blessed with exceptional
embroidery skills. Louise felt that voting was a privilege and from the
time she registered at the age of 21, she never missed going to vote on
Election Day. She served on the Wyalusing Township Election Board for many
years. She also was secretary for the Democratic Party Committee and served
as a delegate for Bradford County at many conventions. Having a love
for traveling was evident by the fact that she was able to travel to numerous
countries, including Italy, Switzerland, France, Belgium, Greece, Canada
and Russia. She also was able to visit every state except three. She traveled
cross-country by automobile, in 1952 with her Aunt Lou and girlfriend,
Georgiana and just narrowly missed a deadly tornado in Kansas. Louise also
enjoyed spending her winters in Florida with her husband and enjoyed collecting
seashells. Surviving are four daughters, Maureen Fenton and husband,
Jack of Wyalusing, Nancy Newell and husband, Donald of Wyalusing, Cindy
Smith and husband, Wally of Akron, NY and Susan Roenning and husband, David
of Wyalusing; sisters, Betty Marshall of Wyalusing and Leona Dunklee of
Maryland; a brother, Carl Woznicki of Tennessee; grandchildren, Todd and
Sherri Fenton, Daniel and Renee Fenton, Chad Fenton and Peggy Webb, Maria
Fenton and fiancé, Kyle Knapp, Brad and Amanda Newell, Jason Newell,
Patrick and Chantel Newell, Heidi Newell, Martin and Heather Hanley, James
and Sarah Clarke, Tim and Diane Insinger and Chris Roenning; great-grandchildren,
Levi, Katrina, Jacob, Shelbi, Elaina, Dionna and Evangeline and several
nephews and nieces. She was preceded by her brothers, Frank Woznicki and
Albert Woznicki. There will be a Memorial Mass at St. Mary’s Roman
Catholic Church on Saturday, Oct. 23 at 11 a.m. A luncheon will be served
after the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be
made in Louise’s name to St. Mary’s of the Assumption Church Building Fund,
St. Mary’s of the Assumption RCC, RR 4, Box 4003, Wyalusing, PA 18853.
-Wyalusing Rocket Courier, October 14, 2010
WRAY Margaret Elma
Mocksville, N.C. —
Mrs. Margaret Elma Wray Borden, 87, of Crestview Drive, died Thursday,
Oct. 7, 2010, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem. She was born
March 15, 1923, in Steuben County, NY to the late Albert James and Tressie
Backus Wray. Mrs. Borden was retired from the Davie County Public
Library and was a member of Blaise Baptist Church. She enjoyed traveling
and spent several years overseas with her husband and made a home for them
while he was on work assignment. Mrs. Borden was a very loving
wife, mother and grandmother, a very good cook and homemaker and a very
generous and giving person. In addition to her parents, she was preceded
in death by two brothers, Roy Wray and Richard Wray. Mrs. Borden
is survived by her husband, Francis B. Borden, of the home; one daughter,
Margaret Medlin (Henry) of Charlotte; one son, Phillip Borden (Leslie)
of Florida; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters,
Lena Ely and Phyllis Jones, both of NY; one brother, Thomas Wray
of NY; several nieces and nephews; and many, many friends who loved her.
A private graveside service will be conducted at Rose Cemetery, Mocksville
with the Rev. Glenn Sellers officiating. The family requests that memorials
be considered for American Cancer Society, 4-A Oak Branch Dr., Greensboro,
NC 27407; or to Hospice and Palliative CareCenter of Davie, 377 Hospital
Street, Suite 103, Mocksville, NC 27028. - Corning Leader, October
9, 2010
YOUNG Martha J. Colley
84, of Rose Valley Road, Trout Run, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, at
her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born July 16, 1926, in Sanders,
Ky., she was the daughter of Levi and Martha (Ballard) Young. Martha was
an avid gardener and loved to grow flowers. She also enjoyed walking, and
was known to be skilled at embroidery and sewing. However, her true love
was for her grandchildren, her great-grandchildren and her cats, Lucky
and Fluffy. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Donald
M. Colley, on Nov. 4, 1977; three children, Richard Colley, Betty Johnson
and June Colley; grandson, Brent Rupp; and granddaughter, Shawn Ohrt. She
was a member of the Calvary Church of the Nazarene. Surviving are her children,
Jean E. Webber of Independence, Iowa, Carmon M. (Jacob Dean) Schulmetster,
also of Independence, Blanche N. Dincher of Williamsport, Virginia E. (Ronald)
Davenport of Jersey Shore and Ruth A. Magargle (Pete Hamilton) of Trout
Run, with whom she resided; 13 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren,
nieces and nephews. Services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at Sanders Mortuary,
821 Diamond St., Williamsport. Friends may call the funeral home tonight
from 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Martha's
name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport,
PA 17701 or The Calvary Church of the Nazarene, 3200 Lycoming Creek Road,
Williamsport, PA 17701. Interment will be in Green Lawn Memorial Park.
- Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 14, 2010
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