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BECKHORN Howard J. Beckhorn
83, of Troupsburg, NY, died on Wednesday, October 13. Howard was a native
and long time resident of Knoxville, PA but had lived the last several years
with his children in Troupsburg, NY. He was born in Coudersport, PA on July 11,
1927, the son of Creed Beckhorn and Bessie Campbell Beckhorn. Howard was a
self-employed entrepreneur working in various businesses. He married the former
Winifred Mapes who predeceased him in 1989. He was also predeceased by his son,
Butch Gardner; his brothers, Donald, Leroy and Carl Beckhorn; and his sister,
Helen Crooks. Surviving are his sons, Lanny Beckhorn and Mark Beckhorn, both of
Andover, NY, Carlyle (Vicky) Beckhorn of Troupsburg, NY, Creed (Mary) Beckhorn
of Lindley, NY, and Roy (Nisha) Beckhorn of Roseville, CA; his daughters, Jane
Prano, Christine (Robert) Estrata and Jacqueline (Steven) Butler, all of Andover
and Winifred Beckhorn of Wellsville, NY. Also surviving are his daughter-in-law,
Bonnie Gardner of Osceola, PA; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 5-8 p.m. and again on
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the H.P. Smith & Son, Inc. Funeral Home, 1607
Main St., Woodhull, NY. Burial will be made in Ulysses Cemetery, Ulysses, PA. -
Elmira Star Gazette, October 15, 2010
BRONGO Joseph Brongo
of Cogan Station, died
Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at the Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, following a
brief illness. Born in Brooklyn, he was the son of the late Louis and Frances
Burke Brongo. He was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School, Kingston,
and Spring Garden College, Philadelphia and had previously been employed as a
manufacturing engineer. He is survived by his wife, Annette Germick Brongo. A
private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial
contributions may be made to the Lycoming County SPCA, 2805 Reach Road,
Williamsport, PA 17701, or a charity of the donor's choice. Funeral arrangements
are by the Curtis L. Swanson Funeral Home, corner of routes 29 & 118, Pikes
Creek, Pa. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 19, 2010
BROWNELL Delores H Stewart
Bath, N.Y. — Delores H. Stewart, 77, died
Sunday October 17, 2010 at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital. She was born in
Jasper, NY, on January 30, 1933 the daughter of the late Earl and Helen
(Walters) Brownell. She attended Jasper School, she worked for
Westinghouse and retired from Philips Lighting. She married her husband Charles
Stewart in 1953, he died in 1988. She was predeceased by her parents and her
husband a sister Pauline Ashbaugh and two brothers Earl Brownell and Merle
Brownell. She is survived by her daughter Charlene (Ward) Lurcock of Cleveland,
TN, grandsons Anthony (Elizabeth) Lurcock of Cleveland, TN, Joseph
(Danielle) Lurcock of Cleveland, TN, Skye, Charles, and Raine Lurcock of
Cleveland, TN, sister Shirley (LaVern) Sherwood of Jasper, NY, brothers
Allen (Telena) Brownell of Hornell, NY Walter (Wynann) Brownell of California,
and Stanley Brownell of Conway, South Carolina. Calling hours are being observed
on Thursday October 21, 2010 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm at the Bond-Davis Funeral
Home of Bath where her Funeral Service will be held at the conclusion of calling
at 4:00pm with the Reverend Donald Maynard officiating. Her burial will be held
at Nondaga Cemetery Bath, NY, at the convenience of the family. Memorials
may be made to the Humane Society of your choice. - Corning Leader, October 20,
2010
BUBB Ruth K. Nau
93, formerly of Oval, died Friday Oct. 15, 2010, at Valley View Nursing
Center. Ruth was born in Avis on July 15, 1917, a daughter of Ralph and Rose
Baier Bubb. Ruth was a 1935 graduate of the former St. Mary's High School, a
member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, and a homemaker. Ruth's
husband, Edward S. Nau died July 30, 1981. Surviving are a daughter Joyce (Bob)
Fitting of Williamsport; two sons, Gerald E. Nau of South Williamsport, Richard
F. (Shawn) Nau of New Castle, Del.; a granddaughter Andrea; a great
granddaughter Trinity; a sister Mary Hamm of Williamsport; and two brothers
Hubert "Pete" Bubb of Williamsport, Paul E. Bubb of Linden and several nieces
and nephews. In addition to her husband, three brothers Lewis, Harold and Gerald
Bubb and a sister Helene Baier preceded her in death. A Mass of Christian Burial
will be celebrated in the church at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday with the Rev. Bert
Kozen officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Friends may
call at Crouse Funeral Home, 133 E. Third St., Williamsport on Monday from 7 to
9 p.m. with a vigil service at 6:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial
contributions in Ruth's name may be made to Immaculate Conception Catholic
Church, 5973 Jack's Hollow Road, Williamsport, PA 17702. - Williamsport Sun
Gazette, October 17, 2010
BURPEE Albert J. Burpee
died
October 10, 2010 at age 62. He is survived by his wife Sharon; children
Christopher and Jeremy Knapp of Elmira, Dana and Robyn Burpee of Farmington;
sister Alice Gail Fay of Latham,NY; brother Charles Burpee Jr. of CA and nieces
and nephews. Albert was a member of the Watkins Glenn Order of the Elks. In lieu
of flowers contribution may be made to the American Cancer Society or Serenity
House (1278 Brace Rd Victor, NY 14564) in his memory. No prior calling. All
services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements Jarmusz
Cotton Funeral Home (Victor, NY). - Elmira Star Gazette, October 17, 2010
CARLIN Robert J. Carlin
Age 53 died suddenly October 15, 2010 in Alabama. Bob was a devoted employee
at 3M Corp. in Rochester and Minneapolis MN. He is survived by his father James
(Nancy) Carlin of Brockport NY, brother William (Dixie) Carlin of VA. Several
aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins. His graveside service will be held at
Mt. Albion Cemetery in Albion NY. Monday October 25, at 10:00am. In lieu of
flowers memorials may be made to Hospice of Orleans, Rt. 31 Albion NY 14411. -
Elmira Star Gazette, October 20, 2010
CARNEY Doris M. Kolesar
78, of Ulster, Pa., died
Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010 at Bradford County Manor following an extended illness.
She was born Oct. 26, 1931 in Meshoppen, Pa., the daughter of the late Benjamin
A. and Harriet A. Carr Carney. Doris retired as a cook for the Athens Area
School District after 20 years of service. She enjoyed reading, gardening, and
spending time with her family. She is predeceased by her husband John in 1998,
and son John Jr., in 1990. Doris is survived by her children, Sally and
Denny Sieracki of Richland, Wash., Lois and Dean Payne of Ulster, Pa., David and
Jan Kolesar of Brookline, N.H., and Joseph Kolesar and fiancé Leah Shefcyk of
St. Marys, Pa.; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; three sisters; and
numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends and family may call from 10-11
a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home Inc., 225
South Main Street, Athens, Pa. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. at the
funeral home with the Rev. Linda Rogers officiating. Burial will be at the
convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made in Doris's
memory to the Spalding Memorial Library, 724 South Main Street, Athens, PA
18810. - Towanda Daily Review, October 15, 2010. - Towanda Daily Review,
October 15, 2010
CEREOLA Grayce M. Lanzarone
died
peacefully on Saturday morning, October 16, 2010 at St. Joseph's Hospital.
Grayce was born May 5, 1913 in Piqua, OH, a daughter of the late Rosario and
Guiseppina Riccardi Cereola. She married Vincent Lanzarone on April 1937. Grayce
is pre-deceased by her husband, Vincent; her siblings, Joseph, Carl, Vincent,
Millie, Nancy and Sally; son-in-law, Dr. James Sonsire; and granddaughter,
Deirdre. Grayce began designing clothes at a young age. After attending the
Fashion Institute of Technology, she embarked on a career as a dressmaker. She
was elected to the International Garment Workers Union, where she served as a
chairwoman and liason between workers and the Union. Grayce was a very social
person who had many friends. She and her brothers and sisters were very close.
They could always be found on holidays, in the kitchen, at the card table
laughing and kidding each other until the early morning hours. She loved to play
cards, to dance, and was a champion bocce ball player. Grayce enjoyed cooking
many Italian dishes, her family will always remember her with an apron on,
standing over the stove, the smell of sauce and meatballs filling the house -
her wooden spoon at the ready if any of us tried a sample before dinner. There
were many times Grayces' family needed her and she was there without hesitation.
She had a special relationship with her grandaughter, Deirdre. We will never
forget how she came and stayed, again and again, when times were hardest. She
taught us to cook, showed us how to love and we will miss her with our whole
hearts. Grayce is survived by her children, Joanne (Tom Gardner) Sonsire of
Horseheads, NY Richard (Anne) Lanzarone of Accord, NY and Dennis Lanzarone of
Lexington, KY; grandchildren, Christa, J. Matthew, Malcolm (Claire Guanzon),
Damian (Christina Bruner) and Scott Lanzarone; and three great-grandchildren,
Maryn Grayce Sonsire, and Laurel Grayce Sonsire. Family and friends will be
received at Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads,
NY on Tuesday, October 19, 2010, between the hours of 3PM and 6PM. A Mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary Our Mother Church, Horseheads,
NY on Wednesday, October 20, 2010, at 9:30AM with Rev. Christopher Linsler. She
will be laid to rest at the convenience of the family. - Elmira Star Gazette,
October 17, 2010 Cemetery: Private Family Lot on Family Land
CHARLES Millard E. "Sonny" Charles
65 of 300 Leader Drive, Williamsport, died
Friday, October 15, 2010, at Manor Care-North, Williamsport. Born August 8,
1945, in Jersey Shore, Pa. he was the son of the late John W. and Sarah E.
(Neff) Charles. He was a saw mill worker a majority of his life. Sonny is
survived by a sister Janet Rozumalski of Linden, a companion Helen Matthews of
Williamsport, and special friends Barb Haight of Williamsport and Alfred Whipple
of Linden. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday October 19, 2010
at Manor Care North, 300 Leader Drive, Williamsport with Rev. Gwen Berstine
officiating. A private interment will be held in Salladasburg Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Wayne P. Urbine Funeral Home, Inc., 408 S.
Main St., Jersey Shore, PA. "Our Family...Serving you Family". - Williamsport
Sun Gazette, October 17, 2010
CHATFIELD Mary
Ithaca, N.Y. — Mary Chatfield, 90, died peacefully on Wednesday, October 13,
2010 at Cayuga Ridge, lovingly tended by staff and Hospicare. She
was born in Painted Post, NY, on March 18, 1920, the only daughter of John L.
and Grace M. She has been preceded in death by her parents and her
brothers, John, Charles, Richard and Arthur as well as sisters-in-law Jean and
Joyce. In Ithaca she worked at Rothschild’s Department store and the Cornell
Campus Store. She also kept house for her mother and brother Charlie.
She loved the outdoors, shopping, doing crafts, travel, teddy bears, and the
color purple. She is survived by a niece Nan Cavenaugh of Harrisburg, PA, her
husband Jim, grand-nephews David (of Pittsburgh) and Rob (of Washington, DC),
and a great grand niece and nephew. Also, in Massachusetts are nephews Charles
J. Chatfield IV (Bud), John, and Steve Chatfield, their wives and five grand
nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Hospicare of
Tompkins County. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the
family, with burial at Hope cemetery in Corning. - Corning Leader, October 19,
2010
COOLEY David Richard Cooley
69, of Mifflinburg, went home to be with the Lord at 1:56 p.m. on Monday,
Oct. 18, 2010, at Evangelical Community Hospital. Born on Aug. 12, 1941, at
Muncy Valley Hospital, Muncy, he is a son of Francis Miller Cooley of Elimsport
and the late Clara Elizabeth (Whidden) Cooley. On June 13, 1981, he married the
former Darla M. Newton, who survives. Together, they shared over 29 years of
memories. David was a 1960 graduate of Montgomery High School. Mr. Cooley was a
member of the Mifflinburg Church of the Nazarene for 25 years. Mr. Cooley was
the founder of Cooley's Furniture, which began in Centre Hall in 1983, moving to
Mifflinburg in November of 1993. David sold his business in December of 2009. He
is survived by a brother, Dale Cooley and his wife, Sharon, of Elimsport; a
sister, Sandra Mashburn and her husband, Paul, of Lake View, Ala.; two nieces;
two nephews; and a god son. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on
Saturday, Oct. 23, 2010, at the First Church of the Nazarene, 12 E. Market St.,
Mifflinburg, with Pastor Wayne S. Krell, officiating. Family and friends are
invited to a viewing from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday and from 10 to 11 a.m. on
Saturday at the church. Interment will be in the Elimsport Cemetery, Washington
Twp., Lycoming County. Arrangements are entrusted to Schwartz-Adamo
Funeral and Cremation Services, 247 Chestnut St., Mifflinburg, PA 17844. -
Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 21, 2010
COSTA Peter "Pete" A
Colorado Springs, Co. — Peter “Pete” A. Costa died
October 3, 2010. A long time resident of Colorado Springs, Pete was born to
Anthony and Winifred (Williams) Costa on January 13, 1940 in Corning, NY. He
graduated from Northside High School, Corning, NY in 1957 and Bryant and
Stratton College, Buffalo, NY in 1959. He moved to Phoenix, AZ in 1960 and then
to Los Angeles, CA in 1967. In 1970 he moved to Colorado Springs. He
co-owned Computer Specialist Corporation, worked for CDI, Walter Drake and Sons
and most recently Chefs. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Costa; sons,
Michael Costa and Marc Costa, and six grandsons; brothers Keith, Gerald, Phillip
and Gordon; sister, Karen Gowen. Memorial service was held at Swan-Law
Cascade Chapel, 501 North Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado on
Saturday, October 16, 2010 at 1:00 pm. - Corning Leader, October 19, 2010
CUER Terry Cuer
Son of Margaret and John Cuer of Wellsburg, NY. Survived by his daughter,
Amanda Cuer; mother, Margaret Cuer; brother, Bernie (Deborah) Cuer; sisters,
Janice Cuer and Joanne (Kevin) Eldridge, along with several nieces and nephews.
Terry enjoyed fishing and hunting. Family and friends are invited to visit
Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Tuesday,
October 19th from 1 to 3 pm. His memorial service will be held at 3 pm. - Elmira
Star Gazette, October 17, 2010
DELORME Sally L. Robinson
74, of Sayre, Pa., entered the arms of her lord on October 19, 2010 at the
Robert Packer Hospital after a brief and a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born on January 8, 1936 in Rochester, N.Y., a daughter of the late
Robert and Laurine (Randall) Delorme. Sally worked as the school nurse at the
Nichols Elementary School for over 30 years. She loved watching the birds in her
back yard and spending time and playing with her grandchildren. Sally is
preceded in death by an aunt, Joy Randall and a nephew, Daryl Delorme. Sally is
survived by her daughter Teri and fiance (Eric Bomboy) Lathrop of Waverly;
brother, David Delorme of Riparius N.Y.; sisters, Donna (Lee) Brooks of
Chestertown, N.Y., and Tanya Delorme of Truro, Mass.; grandchildren, Robert and
Justin Lathrop. Many other special friends, relatives and neighbors also
survive. At Sally’s request, a private graveside service will be held at the
convenience of the family at the Tioga Point Cemetery. Flowers will be provided
by the family however, those who wish to may make a donation to Greater Valley
EMS, 904 N. Lehigh Ave. Sayre, PA 18840. Caring assistance is being provided by
the Cooley-Tioga Point Cremation and Burial Options Inc., 802 N. Main St.,
Athens, Pa. - Sayre Morning Times, October 21, 2010
DISBROW Scott J. Disbrow
Age 53 of Elmira, NY. He was born July 20, 1957 in Elmira, son of the late
John and Gloria (Stone) Disbrow and died
Tuesday, October 19, 2010, at home after a brief illness surrounded by his
loving family. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Roxanne (Schilling);
children, Alana M. Disbrow of Elmira, Scott (Jill) Disbrow, II of Elmira, Thomas
(Caron) Disbrow of Ticonderoga, NY, Joseph (Caitlyn) Disbrow, Edward Disbrow,
Matthew Zimmer, all of Elmira, Jessica (Zimmer) Bonicave of Ithaca, Kevin Rhode
of Elmira and John Suida of Pine City; grandchildren, Calei, John, Guiliana,
Jazlyn, Joseph and Benjamin; loving sister, five brothers; loving mother-in-law,
Polly Cain of Elmira; loving sister-in-law, Lori Jordon of Elmira; several
nieces and nephews; union brothers, Robert Reap, Thomas Davitt III and Ted
Oefelein. Scott was employed with the Heat and Frost Insulators Union, Local 30.
Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake
St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Friday, October 22nd, from 5 to 7 p.m. His
memorial service will follow at 7 p.m. Rev. Larry Appenzellar will officiate.
Scott's family would like to give a special thank you to his union brothers at
the Heat and Frost Insulators Union, Local 30 and also to Matt Steed. - Elmira
Star Gazette, October 21, 2010
DLUGOSH Josephine Agnes Moore
age 79, of Dundee, NY died Sunday, October 17, 2010, at Avante Nursing Home
in Iverness, FL. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Thursday (Oct. 21) at the Baird
Funeral Home, 36 Water Street, Dundee, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be
held at 10:30 a.m. Friday (Oct. 22) at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 312
Liberty Street, Penn Yan, NY, with Father Bob Ring officiating. Burial will
follow in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee. Memorial contributions may be made to
Dundee Emergency Squad, 12 Union St., Dundee, NY 14837 or a charity of the
donor's choice. Josephine was born February 26, 1931 in Tyrone, NY, the daughter
of the late Ignacy and Josephine Tylka Dlugosh. She graduated from Dundee
Central School in 1949. On July 26, 1952 in St. Stanislaus Roman Catholic
Church, in Bradford, NY, she married Franklin A. Moore. A lifelong local
resident she and her husband were winter residents of Florida since 1994. Mrs.
Moore was a member of the former St. Andrews Roman Catholic Church, in Dundee. A
loving wife, mother, and grandmother, she will be missed by her husband of 58
years, Franklin A. Moore at home; three sons, James F. (Nancy) Moore of Clifton
Springs, NY, Robert J. (Shelly) Moore of Dundee, Charles A. (Beth) Moore of
Columbia, SC; two daughters, Susan M. Glover of Lapel, IN, Sally J. Moore of
Dundee; a brother, Thomas (Janice) Dlugosh of Palmyra, NY; a sister, Virginia
Lott of Montour Falls, NY; five grandchildren, David, Blaine, Alysen, Daniel and
Samantha; and several nieces and nephews. 0 Elmira Star Gazette, October 19,
2010
DOWLING Delores "Dody" Hague
73, of Lock Haven, died
Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, at Muncy Skilled Nursing. Delores was preceded in death
by her husband, Earl C. Hague, who died
in 2005. Born on May 23, 1937, in Jersey Shore, she was the daughter of the
late Raymond and Edna (Dapp) Dowling. Delores worked for many years for
Truck-Lite, McElhattan, from where she retired in 2003. Delores was a life
member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Jersey Shore, the Castenea Fire Hall,
Castenea, and the BPOE, Lock Haven. Delores was a woman of many enjoyments. She
enjoyed working, sewing, painting and yodeling. Her greatest joy in life was
raising and spending time with her family. Delores was a loving mother,
grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend who will be deeply
missed by all who knew and loved her. She will always be remembered for her
spunky personality. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all
of the staff of Susquehanna Health and Hospice, especially to Dr. Brown and Jeff
Baker. In addition to her parents and her husband Earl, she was preceded in
death by her sisters, Rae Jean, Cecelia Ann, Alice, Evelyn, Mary, Claire and
Emmeline. Delores is survived by her children, Audrey Wheeler, Washington, Earl
Hague, Washington, Edna Fetter, Lock Haven, Bill Hague, Fla., Alice Grabowski,
Benton, and Timothy Hague, Philadelphia; 19 grandchildren; 22
greatgrandchildren; sister, Patsy Gouldner, Dallas, Texas; brother, Raymond
Dowling, Tenn.; nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be private and held at
the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made in Delores's
memory to Muncy Skilled Nursing, 215 E. Water St., Muncy, PA 17756. Funeral
arrangements have been entrusted to the Mamary-Durkin Funeral Service Corp., 59
Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 20,
2010
DUNN Frank J. Dunn
74, of Mechanicsville, VA, formerly of Big Flats, died 10-14-2010. - Elmira
Star Gazette, October 16, 2010
Dunn, Dr. Frank J., 74, of Mechanicsville, a retired administrator and teacher in the Horseheads Central School District in Horseheads, N.Y., husband of Donna Parks Dunn. Richmond-Times Dispatch - October 15, 2010
ETTERS Genevieve Alexander
died
in her sleep at her home in Pleasant Valley, Alaska, on October 13, 2010, after
a brief battle with pancreatic cancer at age 92. Genevieve was born October 9,
1918, in Snowshoe, Pa., to Ralph and Lula Mae McCartney Etters. She was one of
nine brothers and sisters. Genevieve married Walter Alexander in Williamsport
and had three sons, Walter, Tom and Dennis. She also cared for numerous foster
children. Surviving are two sisters, Martha (Barney) Burden and Rita Shoulder;
two of her sons, Walter and Dennis; seven grandchildren; twenty-three
great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. Genevieve and her
husband Walter, moved to Cogan House in 1961. She was very active with the Cogan
House Christian Church, where she was a Deaconess, Sunday school teacher and
President/member of the Ladies Aide. Her fondest memories were organizing
Vacation Bible School and the times she spent at the Sylvan Hill Church Camp,
where she volunteered as Director, counselor and cook. Although Cogan House was
her home, she moved to Alaska in 2003 to be closer to family, and settled in the
Two Rivers Community in November 2004. There she quickly took root and became
the adopted "Gram" to most of the residents. She kept busy making quilts,
pillows and sock monkeys, but was best known for the pies that she loved to bake
and became known as the "Pie Lady." Funeral services will be at 2 p.m.
Saturday at the Cogan House Christian Church, 3782 Cogan House Road, Trout Run,
with Pastor Bob Strimboulis officiating. Graveside committal services will be
held immediately following at the White Pine (Summit) Cemetery where she will be
laid to rest beside her husband. Arrangements have been provided by
Knight-Confer Funeral Home, Inc. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 20, 2010
FURLONG Debra E. Tomlinson
52, of 187 Laidacker Rd., Milton and formerly of Glenmoore, died Thursday,
October 14, 2010 at her home. Born October 7, 1958 in Bensalem, she was a
daughter of Mary (Stiles) Furlong of North Carolina and the late Edward Furlong.
On March 10, 1979, she married Glenn D. Tomlinson. Together they celebrated 31
years of marriage. Debra was a graduate of Great Valley High School, Malvern.
She enjoyed gardening, cooking, crafting and spending time with her family and
friends. Surviving in addition to her husband are a daughter, Michelle Tomlinson
of Williamsport; two brothers, one sister and a large extended family. Debra was
preceded in death by her father and a son, Joshua Tomlinson. Friends will be
received from 11:00 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, October 20 at Grenoble’s, 121 S.
Main St., Muncy. A memorial service will be held at noon. The family will
provide the flowers and suggests contributions be made to the American Cancer
Society, Lycoming Unit, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, PA 17701. -
Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 15, 2010
GREEN Kris R. Green
42, of Camp Hill, died
on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at home with dignity and grace after a courageous
battle with cancer, surrounded by family. Kris was born in Towanda, Pa.
and was a daughter of Gary and Eileen Green of McSherrystown, Pa. She was
employed by The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State College of Medicine
as a Manager of Research, Communications and Marketing. Kris was a
graduate of Northeast Bradford High School, Rome, Pa., where she was
valedictorian. She went on to receive a Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural
Business Management from The Pennsylvania State University where she was a
member of the prestigious Omicron Delta Kappa society, a Master's Degree in
Agricultural Economics from Virginia Tech, winning a national award for her
thesis, and later a Master's Degree in Communication from Shippensburg
University. She was most proud of being the marketing, communications, and
strategic services manager for the opening of the Milton S. Hershey Cancer
Institute. She was a well respected member of the public relations community,
serving as an officer in the Central Pa. Public Relations Society of America. In
her honor "Kupkakes for Kris" was formed to be a continuing legacy of her
strength and courage for years to come. She is survived by her devoted husband
Michael Williams, with whom she was looking forward to their 17th anniversary on
the 16th of October, her parents Gary and Eileen Green of McSherrystown, Pa.; a
sister Kimberly and her husband Randy King of Hanover, Pa., niece Lauryn and
nephew Ryan. Visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. prior to memorial service on
Saturday, Oct. 23 at Gilbert L. Dailey Funeral Home 650 S. 28th St., Harrisburg,
Pa. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Humane Society of the
Harrisburg Area, 7790 Grayson Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17112. The Dailey Funeral Home
is honored to serve the Green family. - Towanda Daily Review, October 16, 2010
GROVES William E
Cameron, N.Y. — William E. Groves, 76, of 4650 Cameron-North Jasper Road,
Cameron, entered into rest on Friday evening, October 15, 2010 at home following
a long illness. Bill was born in Corning on April 5, 1934, the son of Fritz and
Helen (Marsh) Groves. A long time employee of Corning Inc., Bill retired in 1978
as a fork lift operator at the Sullivan Park Research Facility. He was a member
of the Addison Eagles Aerie 3904 and was a great farm tractor enthusiast. He
married the former Elvira June Lowe on December 20, 1969 in Addison. She
survives. Besides Elvira June at home, Bill is also survived by his daughter,
Mary Shedden of Gaines, Pa., his grandsons, William Shedden and James Shedden,
his great granddaughters, Savannah and Dakota Shedden as well as several nieces
and nephews. Preceding Bill in death were his brothers, Paul, Leonard and Mick
Groves. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 23 at 1:00 PM at
the family residence at 4650 Cameron-North Jasper Road, Cameron. Rev. Daniel
Knopf will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Bill’s name may be
made to the American Cancer Society, 13 Beech St. Johnson City, NY 13790. The
H.P. Smith & Son, Inc. Funeral Home in Woodhull is assisting the family. -
Corning Leader, October 21, 2010
HARVEY Donna M
Mrs. Donna M. Berry, 51, of 2038 Riverside Drive, South Williamsport, died
at her home on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010. Mrs. Berry had been employed as a
caseworker by the Lycoming County Board of Assistance. She had formerly been
employed by the Bucks County Association of the Blind. She was a graduate of
LaSalle University at Philadelphia, and was currently working on her master's
degree. Mrs. Berry was an avid reader. Born Aug. 8, 1959, at Dover, Del., she
was the daughter of the late William E. and Rita Tierno Harvey. Surviving are
her two sons, Joseph M. Berry of South Williamsport and James A. Berry, II and
his wife Shanna of McElhatten; her two brothers, Bill Harvey of Warminster and
Tim Harvey and his wife, Debbie of Holland; her four grandchildren and her
longtime companion, James A. Berry of South Williamsport. In addition to her
late parents, she was also preceded in death by her grandmother, Minnie Tierno.
In keeping with the wishes of the decedent, there will be no visitation and no
services will be held. The family respectfully declines to receive floral
tributes. Charles M. Noll Funeral Home, 1 E. Central Ave., South Williamsport,
is assisting the family with arrangements. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October
19, 2010
HEGGENSTALLER Gayle Cleta Heggenstaller
55, of 478 Fourth Gap Road, Loganton, returned home to the Lord peacefully
in her sleep in the early morning hours of Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010. She was
born Jan. 2, 1955, in the Jersey Shore Hospital, the daughter of the late John
Heggenstaller Sr. and the former Mary Hampe. Gayle was a 1972 graduate of the
Sugar Valley High School and was employed by the West Pharmaceutical Company in
Jersey Shore for the past several years. She was an active lifelong and
charitable member of the Sugar Valley Church of the Brethren. Her favorite
pastime included reading, craft fairs and festivals, baking and spending her
time outdoors walking and hiking. These pastimes were best shared with her
cherished companion of many years, her calico cat "Noelle." Gayle was an avid
animal lover and especially compassionate to the feline variety. Gayle was a
gifted baker and will be remembered by many of her nieces and nephews for her
specialty, birthday cakes. She is survived by her mother; seven siblings, Dennis
(Marlene) Heggenstaller of Loganton, John "Tony" (Kay) Heggenstaller of
Williamsport, Sol (Joan) Heggenstaller of Liverpool, Crystal (John) Smith of
Williamsport, Tami Underkoffler of Loganton, Lee (Letti) Heggenstaller of Mill
Hall and Molly (Wayne) Heggenstaller of Mifflinburg; also her many beloved
nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, and a sister,
Cheryl Lynne Heggenstaller. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at
2 p.m. in the Sugar Valley Church of the Brethren at Eastville. Friends may call
Monday evening, Oct. 18, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the church. Her final resting
place will be in the Sugar Valley Church of the Brethren Cemetery. Rev. William
Mauck will officiate. Frederick B. Welker Funeral Home, 125 N. Main St., Jersey
Shore, is in charge of arrangements. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 15,
2010
HEVERLY Robert E. Heverly
age 80, of 1300 Double Springs Rd. Townville SC died
peacefully on October 18, 2010, at home. Born in Monument Pa, March 28, 1930,
he was the son of Emily and Joseph Heverly. He taught mathematics and retired
from Mansfield University in 1987. Survivors include wife of 52 years, L. Marie,
daughters April (James) Bradley, of Mansfield Pa, Amy Heverly of Townville, SC,
Jill (Daniel) Ward of Montgomery Pa, seven grandchildren, eight
great-grandchildren, and sister June (Joseph) Nevins of Lock Haven Pa.In
addition to his parents, he was pre- deceased by his son Joseph, daughter Jane
Ellen, great-granddaughter Aliyah Evano, brother Paul Heverly, sisters Lucille
Shearer and Janice Kelly. The funeral service will be held Sunday, October 24,
2010 at 7:00 pm at Helt Funeral Chapel, Mill Hall. Visitation will be from 6pm
to 7pm. Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. Interment will be
at Blanchard Cemetery. Special thanks to Interim Hospice, especially Connie and
Alan, who gave us extraordinary love and support. - Elmira Star Gazette, October
21, 2010
HOCKER Charles "Buzz"
Services for Charles "Buzz" Hocker, 81, of Jersey Shore will be held at 7
p.m. on Friday Oct. 22, 2010 at the Rearick-Carpenter Funeral Home, Ltd. "A Life
Celebration Home" 1002 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore. A visitation will be from 6
until 7 p.m. Buzz died
on Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010, at Manor Care South in Williamsport. He was
preceded in death by his wife Shirley. He was born in Jersey Shore on Oct. 1,
1928, the son of the late Charles C. and Erma L. Myers Hocker. Buzz was a Sgt.
First Class in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Early in his life, he was
employed by the New York Central Railroad, Boatman's Garage in Jersey Shore and
later was a welder at Piper Aircraft. An avid outdoorsman; he loved to hunt and
fish, as well as garden. He also enjoyed to tinker on whatever project he could
find; a true "jack of all trades." He was a member of the La Belle Vallee
Masonic Lodge #232, the Jersey Shore Elks Lodge #1057 a Past Exalted Ruler, the
Jersey Shore Moose Lodge #214 and the American Legion Post #36. He will be
missed tremendously by his son Michael, daughter-in-law Annette and his
grandchildren Sara, Cody and Erin of Great Falls, Montana. The family extends
their appreciation and heartfelt thanks to the staffs of the Hillside, Manor
Care South and Southern Care Hospice for their compassion and first-rate care of
Dad. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to
the Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter, 57 N. Franklin
Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 or to Southern Care Inc., 190 Choate Circle Suite
2, Montoursville, PA 17754. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 16, 2010
HOFER Miss Jemima E. Hofer
88, longtime South Williamsport resident, formerly of Bayard Street, died
on the morning of Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at the Sycamore Manor Health Center,
Montoursville. Miss Hofer had been an active, loyal and dedicated member of the
South Williamsport United Methodist Church, where she had been a member since
1935. She had served on a number of committees including the flower care
committee and also the Worship membership committee. Miss Hofer retired in 1983
from the former Winchester Optical Company of Williamsport, where she had served
for 40 years in the office. She was a member of the Susquehanna Chapter of the
American Business Women, a member of AARP, and a member of the Messiah Senior
Citizens at South Williamsport. Born March 10, 1922, at Williamsport, she
was the daughter of the late William and LeVerne Barner Hofer. In addition to
her late parents, she was also preceded in death by her two brothers, Hamilton
G. Hofer and Norris W. Hofer. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday,
Oct. 22, 2010, at the Charles M. Noll Funeral Home, 1 E. Central Ave., South
Williamsport. Her pastor, Rev. Mark D. Brumbach, will officiate. Interment will
immediately follow at Montoursville Cemetery, Montoursville. Relatives and
friends are invited to attend the visitation on Friday, Oct. 22, 2010, from 1
p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. It was Miss Hofer's
respectful wish that floral tributes not be offered. Flowers will be provided. -
Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 19, 2010
HOLLISTER Deloris Bartlett
84, of Spencer, NY, died peacefully in her home Friday, October 15, 2010,
following a brief illness. She was born in Binghamton, NY on April 28, 1926.
Deloris was pre-deceased by her parents, Peter and Hazel Hollister, as well as
her beloved husband, Franklin Bartlett. She is survived by her five children,
Roger (Barb) Bartlett of Madison, WI, Joan Bartlett, Peter Bartlett, Ann (Tom)
Pulkinen and Donna Lawton, of Spencer NY; seven grandchildren, Brian (Kerri)
Bartlett of Dundee, NY, Sarah (Dan) Fisk) of Troy, NY, Renee (Owen) Haers of
Phelps, NY, Josh (Sarah) Smith of Spencer, NY, Laura (Syd) Cuff of Auburn, NY,
Nathan Peck of Spencer, NY and Matthew Bartlett of Madison, WI; as well as eight
beloved great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. There will be no
calling hours. A graveside service will be held at the Evergreen Cemetery in
Spencer, NY on Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at 1:00 PM for family and close
friends. Deloris was a retired farmer, a 20 year employee of Cornell University,
a member of the Grange, Farm Bureau and the Eastern Star. Her hobbies included
quilting and gardening. Her greatest love was spending time with her family.
Family requests that in lieu of flowers memorials be directed to Lourdes
Hospice, 4102 Old Vestal Road, Vestal, NY 13850. - Elmira Star Gazette, October
16, 2010
JACQUIER Chad Ross
Avoca, N.Y. — Chad Ross Jacquier, age 18, of Avoca, NY, died suddenly
Friday, October 15, 2010 in Forks Township, PA. He was born November 28, 1991 in
Avoca, NY the son of Richard Jacquier and Julia Rosekrans. He worked in Phase 4
as a drill helper in Forksville, PA, Sullivan County. Chad loved the
outdoors, hunting, 4 wheelers, motorcycles and snowmobiles. He had
attended Hammondsport Central School then was home schooled. He worked for the
Corning Leader prior to his current job with F.T. Seismic Support. He always
enjoyed his time with his nephew and the family gatherings. He would work on
cars with his Dad and learned several things about cars this way. His
smile will always be remembered by many as he could brighten a room. He is
survived by his father Richard Jacquier and Debbra Predmore, mother Julia
Rosekrans, two sisters, Jessica Jacquier (Tommy Hann) and Nichole Jacquier;
grandparents, Donald (Joyce) Jacquier and Richard (Nancy) Rosekrans, nephew
Gavyn Buck, girlfriend Cassandra Kester and several aunts, uncles, cousins and
friends. He was predeceased by his grandmother Gail Rosekrans. Friends may
call on Wednesday, October 20, 2010 at Fagan’s Funeral Home in Bath from
11:00-2:00 pm. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 with Reverend Howard
Armstrong officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Hammondsport,
NY. - Corning Leader, October 18, 2010
Chad R. Jacquier, 18, of Avoca, N.Y. was driving a 2000 Buick LeSabre toward Forksville Borough when state police in Laporte said he crashed the car on Route 87, Forks Township. Sullivan County Coroner Wendy Hastings pronounced Jacquier, who was not wearing a seatbelt, dead at the scene. Police said his vehicle struck a guide wire supporting a utility pole near Lambert Hill Road. Traveling over the guide wire, police said Jacquier was in the car when it traveled down an embankment and struck a tree at 5:35 a.m. State police were called to another fatal crash at 9:35 a.m. when an unidentified man crashed a dump truck in northern Gamble Township, a few miles northeast of Rose Valley Lake. Emergency dispatchers called for help on Wallis Run Road, where witnesses reported the rolled-over truck was in flames. It is believed the man was killed when the southbound truck left Logue Hill Road for unknown reasons and rolled through roadside brush. A call placed to the Lycoming County Coroner's office went unreturned by press time, and an official police report has yet to be publicly released. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 16, 2010
KAHLER Daisy N. Santalucia
94, of 450 Center St., died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at Sycamore Manor
surrounded by her loved ones. Born Sept. 24, 1916, in South Williamsport, Pa.,
she was a daughter of Lloyd Baker and Ethel Ellen (Bishop) Kahler. She was
preceded in death by her husband, Albert Santalucia; children, Paula (Charles)
Schmucker, Edward (Pat) Vining, Tony (Cathy) Santalucia; and an infant daughter;
sisters, Mabel (James) Harshbarger, Shirley (Harold) Smith, and Ruth and Betty
Kahler, and five grandchildren. Surviving are her children, Ethel "Carol"
Bausinger of Nisbet, Nadeen Hauke of Williamsport, Jean (Doug) Harner, Louis
(Lois) Santalucia and Joyce Sunderland, all of Montoursville; sister, Joan (Ray)
Johnson of Fla.; brothers, Lloyd (Pat) Kahler of Knoxville, Tenn. and Richard
Kahler of Lewistown, Pa.; a total of 67 grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, and
great-great-grandchildren, and special friend, Don Goudy of Williamsport. Daisy
was a homemaker for several families, cook, and member of St. Luke Lutheran
Church, where she also participated in the Sr. Citizens Group. She was an avid
bowler and bingo player. She will be sadly missed by her family, church family
and friends at Sycamore. Her funeral service will be held at noon on Wednesday,
Oct. 20, at Sanders Mortuary, 821 Diamond St., Williamsport. Friends may call
the funeral home starting at 11 a.m. the same day. Burial will follow at Green
Lawn Memorial Park. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 19, 2010
JONES Patricia M. Fox
69 formerly of Addison, NY died Wednesday, October 20, 2010 at Clifton
Springs Hospital. Pat was born on November 21, 1940 in Indianapolis, IN to
Harry and Marie (Franco) Jones. She married William Fox in 1960 and was
preceded in death by him in 1994. She was a graduate of West Seattle High
School. She was a member of the Addison Red Hats, loved to crochet and
sing, and was a former member of the Addison Council of Churches. Pat
loved spending time with her grandchildren and many friends. She is survived by
three daughters: Mary (Jodi Decker) Fox of Waterloo, Nancy Boyer of Corning, and
Leslie Amador of Lindley; two sons, Nathaniel Fox of Corning and Clinton
(Elizabeth) Fox of Waterloo; two sisters, Hazel Amezcua of Daly City, CA,
and Laura Jones of Daly City, CA; one brother, Stephen Jones of Bremerton, WA;
ten grandchildren, Ashley Smith, Ryan Smith, Kenneth Boyer, Katie Boyer,
Megan Fox, Jordon Hatch, Theodore Fox, Jr., Christina Fox, Serenity and Veronica
Fox; and many special friends. Patricia was predeceased by three children:
Linda Smith, Theodore Fox, Sr., and Stephen Fox; and by a niece, Diana Burden.
Calling hours will be on Saturday from 1-4 PM at Carpenter-Flint Funeral Home,
10 Wall Street, Addison, NY. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM on
Sunday at the Church Of The Redeemer Episcopal, One Wombaugh Square in Addison,
NY. Burial will be in Woodhull Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,
contributions may be made to McDonald Heath Center, c/o Diane Reed, 85 Academy
Street, Woodhull, NY 14898 or Church of the Redeemer. - Corning Leader, October
21, 2010
KEELER Isabelle F. (Keeler) Goettel
90, of Williamsport, formerly of Elmira St., died on Thursday, Oct. 14,
2010, at the Williamsport Home. Isabelle was born on June 28, 1920, in Nordmont
and was the daughter of the late Edward E. and Mary F. (Huffnagle) Keeler. She
had been a lifetime resident of Williamsport. She was a graduate of Williamsport
High School, class of 1939. Isabelle was employed by LL Stearns prior to her
marriage on June 28, 1942, to the late Carl Goettel. After she was married, she
became a dedicated homemaker. The couple was married for 32 years before his
death in 1974. She was a member of the former St. John's UCC, where she had
taught Sunday School for 15 years and was a member of the Kuhn's Circle. After
the church merged and became New Covenant United Church of Christ, she was very
active there and was a member of the Congregational Concerns Committee. She was
also a member of the Williamsport YWCA and Ramblers Club. Isabelle is survived
by two sons and daughters- in-law, Carl and Mary Ann Goettel Jr. of
Montoursville and Larry L. and Joyce Goettel of East Falmouth, Mass.; one
step-son, John C. Goettel and his wife Mary Ellen of Danielson, Conn.; one
step-daughter, Shirley Hill and her husband Bill of South Williamsport; one
grandson, Christopher Goettel of East Falmouth, Mass.; and two sisters, Esther
Louis Crissman of Montoursville and Joan M. Keeler of Williamsport. In addition
to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Harold
and Charles Keeler. There will be a gathering of family and friends from 10:30
to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at the New Covenant United Church of Christ,
202 East Third St., Williamsport, PA 17701 with the memorial service beginning
at 11 a.m. Pastor Clara Benson will officiate the services. Burial will be
private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions may be made to the Congregational Concerns Committee, C/O New
Covenant United Church of Christ. Arrangements are being handled by the Allen &
Redmond Funeral Home, 331 Elmira St., Williamsport. - Williamsport Sun Gazette,
October 19, 2010
KETCHUM George R. Ketchum Sr.
age 77, of 15 Stanton Street, Painted Post, died
Friday, October 15th, at Corning Hospital peacefully surrounded by his family.
George was born July 18, 1933 in Corning, NY, son of the late George J. and
Margaret (Crowley) Ketchum. He married Theresa Hogan on February 8th, 1958 in
Corning; she survives him. George graduated from Corning Free Academy in 1953
and entered the U.S. Army in 1954 and served until 1957. He was employed at
Corning Glass Works for over 59 years, retiring in 1995. He was a member of St.
Joseph's Church in Campbell. He is survived by his wife, Theresa; three
daughters, Dorothy (Ronald) Reed of Wake Forest, NC, Patricia (Scott) Krebs of
Swan Lake, NY, Margaret (Wayne) Dickerman of Corning, NY; and three sons, George
(Debra Carter) Ketchum Jr. of Rockville, MD, Richard (Andrea) Ketchum of Painted
Post, NY, Thomas (Kristen) Ketchum of Corning, NY; sister, Beatrice Church of
Orlando, FL; grandchildren, Shannon, Aaron, and Lauren Reed, Brian Carter,
Rachel, Richie, and David John Ketchum, Jackson, Jayco, Jarek and Jase Krebs,
Ellie, Samuel, and Sylvie Dickerman, Brynne, Faithe, and Colten Ketchum. Also
surviving are many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers,
Thomas and James Ketchum. Friends may call at Carpenters Funeral Home LLC, 14
East Pulteney St., Corning on Tuesday, October 19th, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. A
Funeral Mass will be offered Wednesday, October 20th, at 11:00 a.m. at St.
Joseph's Church, Main St. in Campbell. Burial with Military Honors will be in
St. Mary's Cemetery, Corning. Memorials may be made to the American Heart
Association American Heart Association American Heart Association , PO Box
417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 18, 2010
KINNEY Bonnie L. McMahon
62, of Louise St., Williamsport, died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, at the
Gatehouse at Divine Providence Hospital. Born March 9, 1948, in Williamsport,
she was a daughter of the late Charles and Leona (Shearer) Kinney. Bonnie was a
retired employee of Shop Vac Corp. She enjoyed playing cards and was a fan of
Penn State and the Dallas Cowboys. Surviving is her sister Linda Brown of
Williamsport; sisters-in-law, Sharon Kinney and Robin Kinney; and several nieces
and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her four
brothers, Charles, Thomas, Jeffrey and Henry; and sister, Cindy. A memorial
service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday at Faith Wesleyan Church, 1033 Tucker
St., Williamsport, Pa. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Bonnie's
name may be made to The Gatehouse of Divine Providence Hospital, 1100 Grampian
Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 15, 2010
KNAPP Mary E. Wood "Ma Wood,"
76, of Tioga, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, in Soldiers and Sailors
Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro. Mary was born on Feb. 11, 1934, in Sayre,
the daughter of Howard and Della (May) Knapp. Prior to her retirement, Mary was
employed as a cook for the Bush House and later the Twin Lakes Restaurant. Mary
enjoyed family and friends, loved cooking and spent many years decorating cakes.
She collected dolls and loved gardening, crafts and sewing. Mary is survived by
three sons and two daughters-in-law, Roger and Marilyn Wood of Tioga, Edward E.
Wood, Jr. of Caroline County, Va., Barry Lee and Linda Wood of Dansville, N.Y.;
two daughters and a son-in-law, Michelle Wood of Moyock, N.C., Brenda (David
Maurice) Burnside of Tioga; one brother and sister-in-law, Ralph and Priscilla
Knapp of Troy; three half-brothers and sisters-in-law, Frank and Annette Camp,
Jr. of Tioga, Bill and Candy Camp of Big Pond, Chuck and Carol Camp of Tioga;
one half-sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Westley Leonard of Texas; 14
grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren and many
nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased by a special friend and companion of 22
years, Ken Harvey and two great-grandsons, Dustin and Camdon Wood. Family
and friends are invited to call on Saturday, Oct. 23, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the
Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory and Monuments, PC 637 S. Main
St. Mansfield. A memorial service will be held immediately following calling
hours at 4 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made in
Mary's name to the Wellsboro SPCA, Mansfield Road, Wellsboro, Pa. 16901. -
Wellsboro Gazette, October 20, 2010
KORNUSKO Dr. Edward A. Kornuszko
of Hammondsport and Fort Lauderdale, age 87, died at home on October, 13,
2010. Dr. Kornuszko was born on April 1, 1923 in Brooklyn, NY to Bronislaw A.
Kornuszko and Margaret A. Zawadzki Kornuszko. He had one older sister, Mary. At
age six, Edward began studies on the violin at the Julliard School. In 1937, he
gave his debut performance at Carnegie Hall. Dr. Kornuszko went on to play and
tour with many orchestral groups both nationally and internationally. In 1940,
Dr. Kornuszko graduated summa cum laude from Boy's High School in Brooklyn,
after which he enrolled in City College in a course in pre-medicine and later
transferred to St. Bonaventure University in 1942. While classically trained on
the violin, he possessed an innate musical talent and also fluently played the
tenor saxophone, piano, clarinet, and vibraphone by ear. With the rise of jazz,
Dr. Kornuszko went on to play with Vincent Lopez, Betty Hutton, Sarah Vaughn,
and other big bands. His education was interrupted when he enlisted in the
United States Army in 1943. During the war, he was placed in Special Services
where he entertained troops giving classical concerts, and playing with the Glen
Miller Orchestra and Air Force Band. After the war, he continued his education
at St. Bonaventure and earned his bachelor's degree in chemistry in 1948
followed by a master of science degree, while working as a research analytical
chemist at the Sinclair Refining Company in Wellsville. Dr. Kornuszko earned his
doctor of dental surgery degree in 1959 from Marquette University. Dr. Kornuszko
established two dental practices, in Painted Post and Big Flats. He retired in
1988 and continued to give concerts and play pinochle, his two favorite pass
times. Dr. Kornuszko was a patron of Polish art and culture. He was staunchly
anti-communist and aided many Poles, visiting the United States, in fleeing
totalitarian oppression and seeking asylum during the Cold War years. Dr.
Kornuszko was dedicated to the preservation of sacred Catholic tradition and the
restoration of the Latin Tridentine Mass. He was an ardent supporter of music
and benefactor of musical endeavors. Dr. Kornuszko is survived by his beloved
wife of 48 years, Loretta A. Rinke Kornuszko of Hammondsport and Ft. Lauderdale,
daughter, Margaret A. Kornuszko Story of Bethlehem, PA, son, Dr. Edward V.
Kornuszko of Boston, and two grandchildren, Keaton Story and Annabella Story.
Calling hours are Saturday, October 16, 2010, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at LaMarche
Funeral Home in Hammondsport with rosary at 5:30 PM. A Requiem Mass will be sung
at 2:00 PM on Sunday, October 17, 2010, at St. Gabriel's Roman Catholic Church
in Hammondsport. In lieu of flowers, Holy Masses may be offered or donations may
be made to Southern Tier Hospice in his memory. - Elmira Star Gazette, October
15, 2010
KRIMM C. Elwood Krimm
94, formerly of Willow St., Montoursville, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, at
Muncy Valley Skilled Nursing, where he had resided for two months. Elwood
retired in 1978 after 31 years with Textron and had his own landscaping business
prior to working at Textron. He was a member of First Baptist Church, one of the
founders of the Avco Credit Union, and had served as a steward for Local 787.
Born Jan. 23, 1916, in Williamsport, he was the son of Charles B. and Helen M.
Lape Krimm. Surviving are a son, Ronald E. of Katy, Texas; a daughter, Ann
Louise Breining of Monroe, Conn.; grandchildren, Susan (Hal) Oven of Nashville,
Tenn., Dr. Scott (Brenda Jo) Breining of Winston-Salem, N.C. and Heather Krimm;
and several nieces and nephews. Elwood was predeceased by his wife, the former
Ursula N. Wright, and siblings, Dr. George Krimm and Mary Theresa Withey.
Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Montoursville Cemetery with the
Rev. Dr. Robert L. Manzinger officiating. No visitation. In lieu of flowers, the
family suggests donations to the church, 380 W. Fourth St. - Williamsport Sun
Gazette, October 20, 2010
LEHMAN Lois
Cameron, N.Y. — Lois L. Mattison, age 68, of Cameron, NY died Friday,
October 15, 2010 at home. She was born October 19, 1941 in Lebanon, PA the
daughter of Arthur Jr. and Susie Jeffers Lehman. She was a loving wife,
mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by her husband, James
Mattison of Cameron, NY, daughter, Helen Sue Gardner of Cameron, NY, son James
(Michelle) Mattison of Lindley, NY, six grandchildren, nine great grandchildren;
four sisters, Regina Hoyt of Elkland, PA, Lorraine Wheeler of Elkland, PA, Joy
Ross of Avoca, NY and Tammy Westfall of Nelson, PA and two brothers, Wayne
Lehman of Lawrenceville, PA, and George Lehman of Elkland, PA and many nieces
and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents and her daughter Regina
Mattison in 1993. A Memorial service will be held on Thursday October 21, 2010
at 2:00 pm at Fagan’s Funeral Home in Bath. In lieu of flowers memorial
donations in Mrs. Mattison’s name may be made to Ira Davenport Memorial
Hospital, Bath, NY. - Corning Leader, October 19, 2010
LEWIS Marilyn J. Raemsch
67, of 608 Broad St., Montoursville, went peacefully to the Lord on Sunday,
Oct. 17, 2010, at the Williamsport Hospital. Born Nov. 24, 1942, in
Williamsport, she was the daughter of James W. and Ethel E. Harkins Greaves
Lewis. She was a member of First Southern Baptist Church. She enjoyed her
football on the TV, her Yankees, hunting, fishing, spending time with others,
and sitting along the water. She had worked at the former Glamorise, the former
Carey McFalls, left as a supervisor at Frito Lay, and also took care of special
care children. Surviving are her friend and longtime roommate, Mary Blee; her
sister, Della (Chuck) Wacker of Montoursville; her brothers, Robert Lewis of
Montoursville, Raymond (Patti) Lewis of Cogan Station, Donald (Kathy) Lewis of
Lairdsville; many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great-great
nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Arthur Lewis, and by her
sister, Irene Bliss. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct.
20, 2010, at the Montoursville Cemetery with the Rev. Kent L. Hunt officiating.
There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the
Lycoming County S.P.C.A., 2805 Reach Road, Williamsport, PA 17701. -
Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 19, 2010
MAIN Bonnie J. Stafford
67, of Tioga, died
Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, at Kindred Hospital, Wilkes Barre. She was born
March 7, 1943, in Blossburg, the daughter of Iva Main. Friends and relatives are
invited to her memorial service on Saturday, Oct. 23, at 2 p.m. at the Kenyon
Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Elkland with the Rev. Larry O'Dell officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to the Tioga Volunteer Ambulance Association.
Published in The Wellsboro Gazette from October 15 to October 26, 2010
(Mother is buried in Champlin Cemetery)
Main Bonnie J. Stafford, 67, of Limerick Lane, Tioga, died Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010 at Kindred Hospital. She was a homemaker. Survivors include a daughter, Kimberly Stafford of Tioga. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Elkland, the Rev. Larry O’Dell officiating
MANEVAL Doris J. Dieffenderfer
79, of Charles St., South Williamsport, went to be with her Lord on
Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010. Born September 29, 1931, in Williamsport, she was a
daughter of the late Prosper and Leona (Hunsinger) Maneval. She was a 1949
graduate of South Williamsport High School. Doris was employed by Anchor/Darling
Valve Co. for 28 years before her retirement in June 1995. Surviving are two
daughters, Doreen J. (David) Frey of Williamsport and Debra A. (Dwight) Turner
of Muncy; and a son, Darryl F. (Vicki) Dieffenderfer of Knoxville, Tenn.; three
sisters, Dorothy (Robert) Johnson of Montoursville, Marcella (Merle) Hill of
Jersey Shore, and Terry Carpenter of Linden; eight grandchildren; and four
great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Monday at Lycoming
Christian Church, 20 Chapel Hill Road, Linden, with Pastor Donald L. Dennis
officiating. Burial will be held in Church Hill Cemetery, Kelly Twp., Union
County. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Sanders Mortuary, 821
Diamond St., Williamsport. Flowers are welcome, however, memorial donations in
Doris's name may be made to Lycoming Christian Church, 20 Chapel Hill Road,
Linden, PA 17744. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 15, 2010
MARTZ Ruth Arlene Thompson
died
Oct. 5, 2010 at the age of 71. The daughter of Clarence and Helen Martz, she is
survived by brother Wilbur Martz and sister Betty Marshall. She married Ronald
Thompson, who preceded her in death. Ruth is survived by two daughters, Blythe
Thompson Burchanowski and Tam Thompson Steckel, and is preceded by daughter
Laurie Thompson Burchanowski. She had 14 grandchildren. For well over 30 years,
Ruth was the librarian at the Loyalsock Valley Elementary School. She loved her
job working with the children, people and books. Following Ruth's wishes there
will be no services. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers support to the
Crohn's and Colitis Foundation in memory of Ruth. - Williamsport Sun Gazette,
October 16, 2010
McDONALD Catherine "Kitty" Teresa Maximiak
74, of Lopez, Pa., died
at her home on Sunday morning, Oct. 17, 2010. Kitty was born on Aug. 5, 1936, a
daughter of the late Leo Francis and Ella Mae Mergo McDonald in Lopez. She
graduated from the Turnpike High School. Catherine married the late Steve
Maximiak on January 28, 1956 in Newark N.J., who preceded her in death in 1999.
Kitty worked for the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School as an accountant until
her retirement in 1998 after 25 years of service. She loved going to casinos
with her friends. She loved bingo and working Lopez Old Home Days. She was loyal
to her family and friends, enjoyed doting on her five grandchildren and extended
grand-nieces and nephews. Kitty reveled in her Irish heritage, often recalling
her trip to Ireland with her fellow 'Golden Girl' Bernadette Bavoso. Kitty
enjoyed many trips and conversations with her Red Hat Gals, most especially with
Dotty Sick and Catherine McMahon. She loved volunteering for many organizations,
including the Dushore Loan Closet, bake sales for Founders Days, and various
activities for her beloved village of Lopez. Kitty will always be renowned for
her love of a good cup of coffee and a Dunkin Donut and is the unofficial Queen
of Donuts of Sullivan County. She continued to practice yoga on a regular basis
up until her passing. Kitty loved life and never gave up will to live despite
her disease. She loved all holidays most especially Christmas and was 'Mrs.
Claus' to her family. She loved baking cookies and sharing them with the
community. She enjoyed making pierogies with St. Vladimir's members sharing time
with her sister-in-law Mitch Maximiek. Kitty was devoted to 'checking in' with
the sick and elderly and offering a cheery thought. She cherished every memento
given to her and recalled every memory attached to them. Kitty will be
remembered for her continuous smile, positive attitude, love of life and devout
faith. She will be sadly missed at many community events and family gatherings
but her spirit will undoubtedly be present forever. Kitty's memberships
included: St, Francis of Assisi Church, Immaculate Heart of Mary parish, and its
Altar and Rosary Society, the Lopez Civic Club, Sullivan Co. Republican Club,
founder and queen mother of the Turnpike Gals Red Hat Society. She was a Girl
Scout Leader for many years in Plainfield N.J., and a dedicated worker for St.
Francis Bingo and the Ladies Auxiliary of the McDermitt Post No. 452 American
Legion. Catherine is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law: Mary and
(Julio) Santiago of Troy, Pa., and Helen (Bruce) Amon of Barnhart Mo.; sisters
and brothers: Rose Sbardella of Warren, R.I., Mary Alice Kimble of Marrero La.,
Sr. Ella Mae McDonald MPF of Trenton N.J., John E. McDonald of Lopez, Leo F.
McDonald Jr., of Lopez, Lorraine Perry of Riverside R.I., Edward McDonald of
Athens Pa., grandchildren: Kyra Eleison of Troy, Keensley Penn of Rochester
N.Y., Quinn Conor of Jackson N.Y., Karly Alexa of Barnhart, Mo., and Dylan
Garcia of Branhart, Mo. In addition to her husband she is preceded in death by
siblings Thomas McDonald, Anastasia, Martha Penn, Patrick McDonald and George
McDonald. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday,
Oct. 23, 2010 in the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Saint Francis of Assisi Chapel in
Mildred, Pa., with Rev. Joseph Hornick officiating. Family and friends are
invited to view from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 22, at the Russell P. McHenry
Funeral Home, 119 Carpenter St., Dushore PA 18614. Memorials may be
directed to Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 'Youth Group,' Dushore, Pa., or the
Lopez Civic Club Association, Lopez, Pa. - Towanda Daily Review, October 19,
2010
McNEILL Eva Louise Johnson
Corning, N.Y. — Eva Louise Johnson, age 85, of Route 414 in Corning, NY,
died Monday, October 18, 2010, at Corning Hospital. Eva was born in Hilton, NY,
on May 25, 1925, to Daniel and Mary (Potter) McNeill. She married Arthur
Johnson in 1946 and was preceded in death by him in 1995. She is survived by her
two daughters, LouAnn (Rick Button) Johnson of Corning and Sandy Carson of
Painted Post; sister, Margaret Elaine Smith of Painted Post; brother, Daniel
(Sue) McNeill of Troupsburg; grandchildren: Lennie (Candice) Johnson of Mrytle
Beach, Jeffery (Brianne) Johnson of Corning, Karen (William) Tucker of Woodhull,
LaVerne Carson of Painted Post, Ricky (Becky) Button of Bradenton, FL, and Amy
(Matt) Workman of Ithaca; great grandchildren: Alexis and Billy Tucker, Jr.,
Brandy Carson, Corey and Kamryn Button, and Dominic, Krystan, and Jaydn Workman;
and several nieces and nephews. Eva was predeceased by her husband Arthur
and her son Leonard. Calling hours will be Friday, October 22nd from 1
until 2 PM at Phillips Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 17 W. Pulteney St. in
Corning where funeral services will follow at 2:00 PM. Burial will be in
St. Mary's Cemetery in Corning. Memorials may be directed to All Saints
Parish, 222 Dodge Ave., Corning, NY 14830. - Corning Leader, October 20, 2010
MESSNER Bernadine (Bernie) Brown
91, of Spruce St., Jersey Shore, Pa., died on Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, at
Manor Care, Jersey Shore, where she had been a guest for two weeks. She was born
July 22, 1919, the daughter of the late Clarence and Mrytle McCaslin Messner and
step-daughter of Esther Messner Goodman. She was married to the late H. Eugene
Brown for over sixty years and he died
Sept. 10, 1999. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church for over 70
years. She was a Sunday School Teacher for over 25 years, youth leader for many
years and was commissioned Lay Visitor of her church. She enjoyed visiting
shut-ins and also the guests at Manor Care. She belonged to the Women's
Missionary Society, and was Historian of the Church at one time. Her church
meant so much to her. She belonged to 50+ Club and was a member of the Kings
Daughters Class. She was also a member of the Order of Amaranth. She also
attended Oval United Methodist Church. During World War II she worked at
Sylvania in Williamsport, Pa. She worked at the Jersey Shore Hospital as a nurse
for 25 years from where she retired in 1984. She was a member of the Jersey
Shore Hospital Retirees and worked at the bloodmobile. She enjoyed traveling,
sports (especially attending the children's activities), and entertaining her
friends. Her life was devoted to her family and friends and doing for others.
Surviving is a daughter, Sandy Moyer (son-in-law, Richard L. Moyer) of Jersey
Shore; two grandsons, Richard E. Moyer and Michael (Wendy) Moyer, all of Jersey
Shore; great granddaughters, Malin and Kallie; nephew, Kevin L. Richards
(Colette) of Jersey Shore; and six great nieces and nephews. She was predeceased
by two step-sisters, Kay Stover (Bob) and Jean Divany (Dick). Family
suggests memorial contributions in her memory can be made to Trinity United
Methodist Church or the American Cancer Society, P.O. 3125, Williamsport, PA
17701 or Oval United Methodist Church, 4796 South Rt. 44 Highway, Jersey Shore,
PA 17740 or Southern Care Inc., 190 Choate Circle, Montoursville, PA 17754.
Relatives and friends are invited to Bernie's Life Celebration service 11 a.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1407 Allegheny
St., Jersey Shore, Pa., with her pastor Rev. Helen Learn officiating, assisted
by Rev. Wanda L. Minnick. Public visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at
the Rearick-Carpenter Funeral Home, Ltd., "A Life Celebration Home," 1002
Allegheny St. and again from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will
be at Jersey Shore Cemetery.
MILLER Robert L. Miller Jr.
58, of 1329 Huling Road, Linden, died Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, in his sleep at
home. Bob's wife, the former Linda A. Seaman, died Dec. 27, 2003. Bob was
self-employed as a general contractor; he owned and operated Home Handy Man
Services. He enjoyed hunting, model building and spending time with his family.
Born Nov. 5, 1951, in Williamsport, he was the son of Robert L. and Shirley A.
Fullerton Miller. Surviving in addition to his mother of Linden are sons, Shane
J. (Amy) and Travis J., both of Williamsport, and Corey R. and Cody E., both of
Linden; a daughter, Stacey M. (Chris) Ellingsen of Yorktown, Va.; brothers,
Michael Miller of Williamsport and David Miller of Columbus, Ga.; and five
grandchildren. A gathering of friends and family to celebrate Bob's life will be
at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Bob's home. Donations may be made to the family in
care of Shane Miller, 1139 Charles St., Williamsport, PA 17701. - Williamsport
Sun Gazette, October 19, 2010
MOSHER Pierson C. (Pete) Mosher
age 72, of Alpine, NY, died
unexpectedly on Sunday, October 10, 2010. Mr. Mosher is survived by his wife of
45 years, Gloria (Burnett) Mosher; sons: David P. Mosher of Montour Falls, NY
and James J. Mosher of Cayuta, NY; niece, Donna (Thomas) Taber of Montour Falls,
NY; nephews, Daniel (Sherie) Bradley of Montour Falls, NY and Dale (Sonnie)
Bradley of Morgan Hill, CA; special cousin, Janice Knight of Belmont, MA; and
several other cousins. His parents, Pierson and Genevieve Mosher; and daughter,
Debbie Mosher, predeceased Mr. Mosher. Mr. Mosher was a member of the
Cole-Hansonberger-Deland, American Legion Post #676, Odessa, NY. He retired
after 37 years from the National Astronomy & Ionosphere Center at Cornell
University. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Vedder and Scott
Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour Falls, NY on Saturday, October 23,
2010, from 2-4 p.m. with a Memorial Service to follow at 4 p.m. The Rev. Stephen
DeWalt will officiate. Arrangements under the direction of Vedder and Scott
Funeral Home, Montour Falls, NY. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 21, 2010
OHNMEISS Ronald L. Ohnmeiss
61, formerly of Jersey Shore, died
Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010 in Redford, Michigan. He was born June 5, 1949 in
Williamsport, the son of Clara Ohnmeiss. Ron was the husband of the former
Beverly Lowmiller. He was a U.S. Marine veteran. Ron attended the Assembly of
God. Surviving besides his wife Beverly of 36 years are his daughters, Wendy
Guinn of Redford, Mich., and Gwendy Ohnmeiss of Jersey Shore: three
grandchildren; two stepbrothers, Dave Krape and Harvey Eisenhower; a stepsister
Susan Edwards all of Jersey Shore. Ronald's Life Celebration service will begin
with a visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 18, 2010 at the
Rearick-Carpenter Funeral Home, Ltd. "A Life Celebration Home" 1002 Allegheny
St., Jersey Shore. Services will follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Richard Jones
officiating. Burial will be in Twin Hills Memorial Park. - Williamsport Sun
Gazette, October 16, 2010
PADDOCK Ethel Furey
Age 93, died at her daughter's home on Wednesday, October 13, 2010. Ethel
was born January 27, 1917, the daughter of Francis and Georgianna (English)
Paddock. She is predeceased by her husband John F. Furey, Jr., sisters-in-law,
Clara Z. Paddock, Sylvania Miller, Dr. Mary Z. Furey, brother-in-law Dr. Dewitt
T. Baker, nephew Ted Baker, and grandson-in-law Daniel P. Emanuel. Ethel is
survived by her daughters, Susan E. Furey of Geneva, NY, Evelyn F. Furey, with
Michael Fieno, of Elmira; grandchildren, Angella C. Emanuel, Jessica L. (Travis)
Moreno, Samuel A. Furey Goodman, Michael P. Furey Goodman; great-grandchildren,
Nicholas J. and Francesca J. Moreno; brother George C. Paddock of Bath;
sister-in-law Yvonne Baker of East Corning; former son-in-law and good friend
John Gordon Burroughs; along with several nieces, nephews, great-nieces,
great-nephews, cousins, and a multitude of good friends. Active in local clubs,
Ethel and her husband John were members of the following: Elmira Elks, American
Legion Post #443,Elmira Moose, and Elmira Eagle's Club. She was also a former
member and treasurer of the Order of the Eastern Star. Ethel was an avid watcher
of soap operas, loved the NY Yankees, loved music and singing but above all she
loved her family and friends. She was a member of North Presbyterian Church,
Elmira and of late had attended St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Geneva, NY. Ethel
was an incredibly sweet person who had a beautiful smile for everyone, generous
in spirit, she was loved by all. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home,
corner of W. Water and Walnut Sts., on Sunday, October 17, 2010 from 2:00 p.m.
to 4:00 p.m. and then again on Monday, October 18, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00
p.m. A Memorial Service, officiated by Fr. James Adams of St. Peter's in Geneva,
will follow after Monday's calling hours. Donations in Ethel's memory may be
directed to Stand Up to Cancer, File 1224, 1801 W. Olympia Blvd, Pasadena, CA
91199-1224 or to Susan Komen for the Cure Komen for the Cure Komen for the Cure
, P O Box 1306, Elmira, NY 14902. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 15, 2010
PAGNOTTO Francis E. Pagnotto
79, of 5 E. Lincoln Ave., Avis, died Thursday morning Oct. 14, 2010 in the
Grand View Hospital in Sellersville, Pa. Born June 21, 1931 in Lewisburg, Pa.,
he was the son of Michael Pagnotto and the former Lelia Hare. Francis is
survived by his wife, the former Mary C. Morabito, they were united in marriage
Sept. 29, 1960 in Our Lady Help of Christian Church in Buffalo, N.Y. He was
retired from Piper Aircraft after many years of service. For many years, he was
a member of Knights of Columbus and the Church of Saint Luke in Jersey Shore.
Francis served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War abd
was a devoted loving husband, father and grandfather. Also surviving is a son,
Dr. John F. (Laurie) Pagnotto, of State College; a daughter, Kathyrn M.
(Timothy) Fitch, of Perkasie, Pa; four grandchildren, Christa, Michael, Amber
and Eryn; one brother, Donald Pagnotto, of Renovo. Mass of Christian Burial will
be Monday, Oct. 18, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. in the Church of Saint Luke, 120 Kendall
Ave., Jersey Shore. Father Bert Kozen will officiate. Friends may call from 3 to
4 p.m. Sunday afternoon, Oct. 17, 2010 in the Frederick B. Welker Funeral Home,
125 N. Main St., Jersey Shore. Burial will be in the Jersey Shore Cemetery with
full military Honors conducted by the Jersey Shore Honor Guard. - Williamsport
Sun Gazette, October 16, 2010
PFEIFFER Gail P. Hoffman
76, of 153 Hampton Way, Montoursville, died
Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at her home. She was born June 7, 1934, in East
Pittsburgh, a daughter of William H. and Anna May Heverly Pfeiffer. Gail was a
member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Williamsport. She is survived by her
husband, John E., with whom she was married 53 years; children, Susan Espy,
Sharon Land, Eric Hoffman and Laurie Way; her sister, Velda Currie; and eight
grandchildren. A memorial service and inurnment in the columbarium at St.
Mark's Lutheran Church will be held at the convenience of the family. There will
be no visitation. Arrangements are by Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville. -
Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 19, 2010
PIRINI Santa C. Romagnoli
Age 98, formerly of Portsmouth, NH, went home to be with the Lord on Fri.,
Sept. 24, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pio Romagnoli; her
brothers, Leto and Roy Pirini; and recently her granddaughter, Pamela Kisk of
Corning, NY. She is survived by her daughter, Mary (Glenn) Hunsinger, Sr. of
Horseheads; and her son, Richard (Bertha) Ronagnoli of Fredericksburg, VA; a
sister, a brother, 8 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 8
great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are
invited to attend a memorial service in the Courtyards at Bethany Village, 3005
Watkins Rd., Horseheads on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev.
Mary Ann Bernard officiating. Those wishing may remember Santa with memorials to
Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. - Elmira Star
Gazette, October 15, 2010
POTTER Marilyn
Painted Post, N.Y. — Marilyn P. Watts age 85, of Beartown Road in Painted
Post, NY died Saturday, October 16, 2010 at Absolut Care at Three Rivers.
Marilyn was born in Dansville, NY on October 5, 1925, the daughter of Charles
and Ruth (Lowrey) Potter. She married Frank Watts in 1950 and was preceded
in death by him in 2009. She had been a teacher in the Corning – Painted
Post School District for over 16 years. Marilyn was an active member of
the First Presbyterian Church in Painted Post for many years. She is survived by
her daughter, Rebecca (Patrick) McNaughton of Columbia, MD; brother, C. Stanley
(Ann) Potter of Concord, CA; and her granddaughter, Megan McNaughton. A Service
of Celebration will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Painted Post,
201 Hamilton Street, Painted Post, New York on Thursday, October 21 at 11 am
with the Reverend Richard Hubbard officiating. Burial will be in Chapel
Knoll Cemetery, Painted Post. Memorial donations may be made to the First
Presbyterian Church of Painted Post, 201 North Hamilton Street, Painted Post, NY
14870. - Corning Leader, October 19, 2010
REDMOND Patrick G. Redmond
63, of Vallamont Drive NW, Williamsport, died Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, at his
home. Born Feb. 17, 1947, in Williamsport, he was the son of the late Thomas and
Annabelle (Reidy) Redmond. Patrick was a 1964 graduate of Williamsport High
School and a 1969 graduate of Villanova University. He was assistant manager to
his father at Redmond's Funeral Home for 15 years. He retired after 16 years at
Susquehanna Bank. He was an avid bowler and a ring recipient of 299 and
300 games. Patrick was an active member and usher at St. Joseph the Worker
Parish, Annunciation Church. Surviving are a brother, Thomas F. Redmond
III of S.C.; and three sisters, Susan Redmond of S.C., Elizabeth Redmond of
Fla., and Ellen Storms of Macungie, Pa. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held
10 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Annunciation Church, 702 W.
Fourth St., Williamsport. Burial will be held in Wildwood Cemetery. Visitation
for family and friends will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Sanders
Mortuary, 821 Diamond St., Williamsport. In lieu of flowers and because of
Patrick's love of animals, his family requests memorial contributions in his
name be given to the SPCA, 2805 Reach Road, Williamsport, PA 17701. -
Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 21, 2010
RIDER Delphene Rider Weaver
89, of Muncy, died
on Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, at the Williamsport Regional Medical Center. Born
December 5, 1920, in Hughesville, she was a daughter of the late William and
Mary Rider and grew up on a farm. On June 21, 1941, she married the late Charles
W. Weaver. Delphene retired from the former GTE Sylvania, Muncy, in 1983, after
having worked there for 30 years. She was a member of the Mt. Zion Lutheran
Church and the Ladies Auxiliary. A devoted mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, she is survived by a son, Elwood
L. Weaver and his wife, Vivian, of Raleigh, N.C.; a daughter, Patricia A. Benoit
and her husband, Daniel, of Hughesville; seven grandchildren, Kimberly (Ronald)
Stone of Minneapolis, Minn., Pamela (Frank) Garaas of Grenora, N.D., Paula
(Fredrick) Biichle of Hughesville, Kathryn (Gerry) Wilson of Greenville, N.C.,
David (Donna) Merrick of Corning, Ark., Scott (Sue) Merrick of Hughesville and
Audrea Delphene Dale of Raleigh, N.C.; 16 great-grandchildren; and 18
great-great-grandchildren. A celebration of her life will be held 11 a.m.
Tuesday, at the McCarty-Thomas Funeral Home, 557 E. Water St., Hughesville, with
the Rev. Cinda J. Brucker officiating. Burial will follow in Twin Hills Memorial
Park, Muncy. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. -
Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 18, 2010
RODGERS Esther Rodgers Hudson
73, of Williamsport, died
Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010. Esther was born Jan. 25, 1937, in Jersey Shore to A.
Wilson Rodgers and the former Esther Yeager. She was preceded in death by
two sisters, Mary R. Guthrie and Margaret R. Rohrbach. Esther was married on
Aug. 28, 1981, to Marvin T. Hudson Jr. They shared a love of family and
especially enjoyed watching their grandchildren in their sporting events and
other activities. She was an avid reader and a well-known regular at the James
V. Brown Library. A lifelong resident of the area, she was a 1954 graduate of
the Jersey Shore High School. Esther was employed by Piper Aircraft, but later
spent 22 years in service to the Pennsylvania State Education Association,
retiring in 1995. For many years, she was a member of the PSEA-ARE and the
Ivanhoe Chapter No. 28 Order of Eastern Star. Esther is survived by her loving
and devoted husband, Marvin T. Hudson Jr.; two daughters, Cyndie (Mark) Jones of
Ballwin, Mo., and Julie (Mark) Marzzacco of South Williamsport; one son, David
L. Packard of Alpharetta, Ga.; stepdaughters, Kathy (Gene) Ray of Williamsport
and Barb (Terry) Laudenslager of Williamsport; her grandchildren, Ashley, Mark
and Matthew Marzzacco, Meredith, Alison and Andrew Jones, Cara and Sydney Ray,
Drew (Dusty) and Kurt Laudenslager, as well as nieces, nephews, great-nieces and
great-nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at 10 a.m. in
the Frederick B. Welker Funeral Home, 125 N. Main St., Jersey Shore. Friends may
call from 9 a.m. Saturday until time of services in the funeral home. Burial
will be in the Wildwood Cemetery. Rev. Timothy Kinny will officiate. Family
suggests memorial contributions be made in her name to the Gatehouse, 1100
Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701 or to the charity of your choice. -
Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 15, 2010
ROSE Linnea L. Nichols
77, of Statesboro, Ga., and formerly of Athens, Pa., died
into the loving care of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Oct. 13, 2010 at
Heritage Inn in Statesboro, Ga. The Bradford County, Pa., native was born
February 19, 1933 in Binghamton, N.Y. She was the daughter of the late George
and Anna M. Rose. Graveside services are to be held on Saturday, October
23, at 1 p.m. at Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa. Pastor Donahue from Sayre
Christian Church will preside over the ceremony. All are welcome. Linnea was
preceded in death by her husband, William E. Allen Sr., Milan, Pa.; three
sisters, Catherine Sobiech, Athens, Pa., Caroline Carney, Milan, Pa., and
Elizabeth Rose, Athens, Pa. Survivors include her husband, Charles
Nichols, Statesboro, Ga.; three daughters, Elizabeth Smallwood and husband
Barry, Statesboro, Ga., Barbara Allen, Spencer, N.Y., and Brenda L Nordhaus and
husband Chris, Kennewick, Wash.; one son, William E. Allen, Jr., Big Rock,
Tenn.; a brother, George Rose and wife Marie, Wiggins, Miss.; a sister, Mary
Shannon, New Port Richie, Fla.; eight grandchildren and nine
great-grandchildren. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to
the local VFW or the DAV in Linnea’s name. - Sayre Morning Times, October 19,
2010
RUGGLES Thomas G
BRADFORD, NY — Thomas G. Ruggles, 64, formally of South Bradford, NY,
peacefully died
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at the VA Medical Center in Bath, NY. Thomas was born
on September 14, 1946 in Corning, NY, the son of the late Lloyd A. and Margaret
I. (Barber) Ruggles. Tom proudly served his country in the US Army during the
Vietnam War where he received several medals. He graduated from West High School
in 1966 and married the love of his life, on February 3, 1967. He was employed
as a machinist at Shepard Niles until he retired in May of 2002. He enjoyed
hunting and fishing with his son Tom Jr. He took great pride in the family’s
cottage in Lamoka Lake where he loved spending time with his family. He was an
avid NY Yankee and Giant’s fan. He’s predeceased by a brother Frank A. Ruggles,
sisters Gail Abbey and Elaine Radka, brother-in-laws Edward (Skip) Simpson and
Walt Davis and his niece Penny Kapral. He’s survived by his wife Dale E. Ruggles
of South Bradford, NY, two sons Frank Ruggles of South Bradford, NY and Thomas
(Marie) Ruggles Jr. of Campbell, NY, three grandchildren Zachary Magee, Sierra
White and Cody Ruggles all of Campbell, NY, two brothers Lloyd (Kay) Ruggles Sr.
of Presho, NY, and James (Shirley) Ruggles of Peach Creek, WV, three sisters
Barbara (Earl) Jacobi of Buffalo, NY, Marjorie Simpson of Campbell, NY, and
Shirley (James) Kuttner of Montour Falls, NY, sister-in-laws Ellen Davis of
Denison, TX, and Delia “Dawn” (Wayne) Stephens of Campbell, NY, brother-in-laws
Clyde “Les” (Kathy) Taylor of Lodi, NY, Uncle Clayton Barber of Post Creek, NY,
along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be held at the
convenience of the family. Arrangements are being handled by Bond-Davis Funeral
Home of Bath. - Corning Leader, October 15, 2010
RUSSELL Toni A Basile
Bath, N.Y. — Toni A. Basile, age 64, of Bath, NY died Thursday, October 14,
2010 at home. She was born in Greenfield, MA November 3, 1945 the daughter
of Cal and Margaret Coughlin Russell. She retired from Phillips Lighting
in 2009 after 32 years of service. She is survived by three children, Richard
(Tyna) Cummings, Aaron (Joyel) Cummings and Sandy Cummings all of Bath; 11
grandchildren, Shawna, Tim, Ashley, Kyle, Cassie, Shane, Bri, Zach, Dylan,
Alexis and Landon Cummings, great granddaughter, Keyaira Decker; nieces and
nephews, David Russell, Tara Russell and Billy Joe and many friends. She
was predeceased by her husband Frank J. Basile 10/10/04, brother Mike Russell
and sister Zena Webster. A Memorial service will be held on Monday October 18,
2010 at 3:00 pm at the Bethel Assembly of God Church in Bath with Reverend Craig
Buckley officiating. A gathering for family and friends will follow at the
church. Memorial donations in Mrs. Basile’s name may be made to the
Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative Care, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY
14830 and the Guthrie Cancer Center, 114 Columbia St. Corning.
Arrangements by Fagan’s Funeral Home of Bath. - Corning Leader, October 17, 2010
Bath, N.Y. — Toni A. Basile, 64, of Bath, died Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010 at home. Basile was retired from Phillips Lighting. Survivors include sons Richard Cummings, Aaron Cummings, Sandy Cummings, all of Bath. Services will be at 3 p.m. today at Bethel Assembly of God Church, Bath. Burial will be in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Hammondsport. - Corning Leader, October 17, 2010
SANTSCHI Walter George Santschi, 87, of Titusville, Fla., formerly of Williamsport, died Friday, Oct. 17, 2010, at Parrish Medical Center, Titusville, Fla. Born April 23, 1923, in Williamsport, he was a son of the late Walter and Mary Drum Santschi. He had worked as an air traffic controller for the U.S. government. Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Inge (Kagel) Santschi; two children, Douglas Santschi of Md., and Susan Santschi of Va.; three grandchildren, Paul of Va., and Ruth of Va., and Adrienne of Texas; and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at Sanders Mortuary, 821 Diamond St., Williamsport, PA 17701. Burial will be held in St. Michael's Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday at Sanders Mortuary, 821 Diamond St., Williamsport. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 21, 2010
SCAIFE Barbara Ann (Scaife) Cole
of 120 Cayuga Street, Trumansburg, New York, died
on Friday, October 15, 2010. After years of an extended illness, Barbara, a
beautiful wife, loving daughter, caring mother and splendid friend can finally
breathe again. Barb was born in Elmira, New York on July 5, 1946. She graduated
from VanEtten Central Schools in 1964 and went to SUNY Cortland. Barbara then
attended Arnot Ogden Hospital School of Radiology and graduated in 1971. She
worked for the Tompkins County Hospital for 26 years and retired as the head of
the Radiology and C.A.T. Department. Barb married her loving husband, Donald
Cole in 1978, making their home in Trumansburg where they raised their two
daughters, Sarah and Alison. Barb enjoyed camping and going to rummage sales,
finding it hard to ever pass one by. She loved Christmas and Halloween, which
she always spent with her family and friends. Barb was preceded in death by her
father, Frederick W. Scaife, and father-in-law, Merton Cole. She is survived by
her husband, Donald Cole of Trumansburg; two daughters, Sarah and Alison; her
mother, Mildred Scaife of Horseheads; two sisters, Maureen (Harmon) Grover of
Lockwood and Judith (Herman) Brown of Horseheads; a brother, Frederick (Donna)
Scaife of Spencer; mother-in-law Jen Cole of Florida; brother-in-law, David
(Barb) Cole of Elmira; sister-in-law, JoAnn Manchester of Florida; several
aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and many loving and caring friends. (You know
who you are!) In keeping with Barb's wishes there will be no visitation. A
Celebration of Barb's Life will be held at the American Legion Post #770, 4431
Seneca Road, Trumansburg from 1-5 pm on Saturday, October 23, 2010. In lieu of
flowers, the family asks those to kindly consider a contribution in Barb's
memory to Hospicare, 172 East King Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850. - Elmira Star Gazette,
October 18, 2010
SPECCHIO Julia Specchio Smith
of Montour Falls, NY died
on October 19, 2010 with her family by her side. She leaves behind her beloved
husband of 58 years, Philip C. Smith; and her three children, Deborah (John)
Betz, Maureen (Moe and Tick) Colunio, and Philip (Phil Joe and Jamie) Smith.
Judy's eight grandchildren were the joy of her life: Kyle, Neil, Brian, Breana,
Justin, Megan, Jessica and Philip. She also had one great-grandson, Tyler; and
her great-granddaughter and namesake, Julian. Judy was born in Watkins Glen on
September 13, 1929, loving daughter of Lawrence and Mary Chiacchierini Specchio.
Her brothers, Theodore (Barbara) and Lewis Specchio, will miss her so much and
she was predeceased in death by her parents; her sister, Carol Symes; and her
sister-in-law, Eloise. Judy and Phil lived in Montour Falls where they owned and
operated the family business, Smith's IGA, until the store was destroyed by fire
in 1991. She was a sharp businesswoman and worked tirelessly in the store, doing
the books, running the cash register and encouraging many of the young new
employees. She so enjoyed working in the store because it gave her the
opportunity to meet people and talk with everyone. Many friendships began there
and lasted throughout the years. Judy dedicated her life to her family and
friends. She was an avid golfer and was one of the original members of the
Watkins Glen Golf Course, played several bridge clubs and was a member of the
Wayne American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. She loved cooking and entertaining
guests and ruled her home with an "open door" policy. Many summers were spent at
4400 Argetsinger Road on Seneca Lake when the kids were growing up. There at the
cottage she enjoyed many happy hours loving life and entertaining friends. Judy
was a dear friend, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She will be
forever remembered in the hearts of all who loved her. Relatives and friends are
invited to call at the Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, Montour Falls, NY on
Friday, October 22, from 4:00 until 6:00 a.m. There will be a Memorial Mass on
Saturday, October 23, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's of the Lake Church, Watkins
Glen, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Montour Falls Fire
Department or the Schuyler Ambulance Corp. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 21,
2010
TICE Winifred I. "Winnie" "Gigi" Krauss
73, wife of Bruce C. Krauss of 49 Jung Road, Columbia Cross Roads, Pa.,
Smithfield Township, died
Friday, Oct. 8, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa. Winifred
was born in Canton, Pa., on Sept. 15, 1937, a daughter of the late Lewis
Clifford Tice and Julia Louise Comfort Tice. Winifred attended SRU High School
and later married Bruce C. Krauss on Dec. 31, 1955 at the United Methodist
Church in Wellsburg, N.Y. Winifred was supportive of her husband while he served
in the U.S. Navy for 20 years. She served as a volunteer at the Robert Packer
Hospital in Sayre for 15 years. Surviving are: her husband, Bruce C. Krauss at
home; daughters and sons-in-law: Vanessa L. Emeno and Brad Emeno of Moravia,
N.Y., Valorie L. Huckabee and Brian Huckabee of Columbia Cross Roads, Pa.; two
grandsons, five step-grandchildren; one great-grandson, two
step-great-grandsons, one step-great-granddaughter; sisters: Virginia Elaine
Conklin and her husband Clifford of Wellsburg, N.Y., Beverly Joyce Miles of Pine
City, N.Y., Jenny Pearl Hill of Lowman, N.Y.; brothers: Harry Frederick Tice and
his wife Linda of Ridgebury, Pa., Lewis Clifton Tice and his wife Shirley of
Athens, Pa., several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her
parents she was preceded in death by an infant son, Terry L. Krauss and by a
brother, Clifford Lewis Tice. A service celebrating Winnie's life will be held
at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2010 at the Bowen-Farr Funeral Home, 6 Gordon
Farr St., Ulster, Pa., with the Rev. James Donahoo, pastor of the Sayre
Christian Church officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive
friends on Saturday from 1-4 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers,
the family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the
Smithfield Township Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 81, East Smithfield, PA
18817 or to the Tri-Township Ambulance Association's East Smithfield Division,
in care of Diane Husted 16145 Berwick Turnpike, Gillett, PA 16925 or to the
National Kidney Foundation National Kidney Foundation National Kidney Foundation
, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016 in Winnie's memory. - Towanda Daily
Review, October 19, 2010
TONKERY Vincena (Cindy) M. Biren
Bath, N.Y. — Vincena (Cindy) M. Biren died
on Oct. 15, 2010 after a long battle with cancer. She died at home. She was
born Oct. 3, 1947 in Wayland, NY. She is survived by her loving spousal partner
of 26 plus years, Henry Eldridge of Savona; sisters, Mary Pragle, RoseAnn
Wolfanger, Frances Saurbier and Mina (Robert) Coon; sister-in-law, MaryJane
Tonkery; brothers, Norbert (Rose) Tonkery and Joseph (Yvonne) Tonkery; daughter,
Theresa (Shawn) Fish; grand-daughters, Danielle (Ben) Learn, Kala, Tera and
Trinity; grandson, Noah; great grand-daughter, Reghan; and many nieces and
nephews. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Wayland. Calling
hours will be held from 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26 at Bond-Davis Funeral Home in
Bath with Father Pat Connor officiating. A memorial service will be held
immediately following calling hours. In lieu of flowers please donate to
the Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830. - Corning
Leader, October 21, 2010
VanDOREN Frances E. Wrenn
Age 75, of Elmira, NY, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, October 13,
2010. Frances was born on September 18, 1935 in Lodi, NY, daughter of the late
Harold and Dorothy (Teller) VanDoren. Frances was also predeceased by her sons,
Ricky in 1987 and Edward Jr. Wrenn in 2010. Frances is survived by her son, Lane
Wrenn of Millport, NY; former husband, Edward Wrenn Sr. of Pine Valley, NY;
daughter-in-law, Joan Wrenn of Elmira; grandchildren, Edward III, Jodi and
Alica; 9 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; many close dear
friends. Family and friends are invited to a celebrate Frances life on Saturday,
October 23, 2010 at 11 a.m. at New Hope Baptist Church on State St. in Millport,
NY. In lieu of flowers, donations for Frances's burial fund can be made to the
New Hope Baptist Church at P.O. Box 154, Millport, NY 14864. - Elmira Star
Gazette, October 17, 2010
WALTER Jason C. Walter
29, of Williamsport, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, at his home. Born Dec. 28,
1980, in Williamsport, he was the son of Wayne L. and Diane J. Norris Walter.
Surviving are his mother, Diane J. Glace of Nisbet; a daughter, Aleyah D. Walter
of Hughesville; a brother, Andrew D. Norris; and sisters, Whitney M. Allen and
Michelle N. Lovell, all of Williamsport; and his girlfriend, DeAnna M. Yerger of
Hughesville. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. No
visitation. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 21, 2010
WEBSTER Robert W. Webster, Retired Captain USAF
Age 73, of Co. Rt. 17, Watkins Glen, died
unexpectedly on Thursday, October 14, 2010. The family will receive friends and
relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen, on
Tuesday (Oct. 19th) from 6-8pm; with a funeral service immediately following at
8:00pm: Rev. Jeanne Bleiler officiating. A committal service with military
honors will be held Thursday (Oct. 21st) at 2:00 pm at Pleasant View Cemetery,
Reading Center, N.Y. In 1960 Bob had the distinction of being the first male to
graduate from the Robert Packer School of Nursing in Sayre, PA. He later became
a Nursing Instructor there before joining the U.S. Air Force. While stationed in
Japan he was a member of the traveling Dialysis Team. In Vietnam he served with
the 903rd AMES as a flight nurse and was a TET Offensive survivor. Bob retired
from Schuyler Hospital as a Nursing Supervisor. He was a private pilot and a
former member of the Dundee Flying Club. He was also a member of the VFW Post
7624 of Watkins Glen, NY. Bob enjoyed the outdoors and loved to fish, bow hunt,
ski, scuba dive, sail his Hobie Cats and ride his motorcycle. He is survived by
his wife of 30 years, Mary Ann (Packer) Webster; also a daughter, Laura Spearman
Marcy of Newfield; step-children, Diane A. Cooper (Bruce) of Watkins Glen;
Gordon D. (Jill) Cooper of Los Gatos, CA, and Nancy J. Cooper (Ray), of Lake
Harmony, PA; brother, Vernon (Marion) Webster of Rock Stream; sister-in-law,
Anita Webster of Springfield, NE; and several nieces and nephews. He was
predeceased by his parents, Welles and Martha (Smith) Webster; brother, Donald
J. Webster; and sister, Lucille (Webster) Huff. Memorials in his memory may be
made to Schuyler County Ambulance, PO Box 2, Watkins Glen, NY 14891; or a
charity of one's choice. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 18, 2010
ZERBE G. Maxine Seiffert
84, of Washington Ave., Jersey Shore, died
Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at Manor Care. She was born Feb. 20, 1926, in Jersey
Shore, the daughter of Oliver H. and Elizabeth Snyder Zerbe. Maxine was the wife
of the late Arthur R. Seiffert with whom she shared 56 years of marriage prior
to his passing in 2004. She was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church. Maxine
retired from Thompson's Meat Packing Plant after over 17 years of service. She
was a former life member of the Elks Ladies Auxiliary. Maxine liked doing
crosswords, puzzles, word finds and reading. She is survived by a daughter,
Candy (Bill) O'Connor of Hughesville; two sons, Jeff (Marcia) of Pittsburgh and
Paul of Jersey Shore; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; three
sisters-in-law, Jane Zerbe of Hershey, Gertrude Lanni, of N.J. and Barbara
Seiffert of Mass. Maxine was predeceased by her husband, Arthur and two
brothers, John and Paul Zerbe. Family suggests memorial contributions can be
made to the Alzheimer's Association, 63 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701.
Relatives and friends are invited to Maxine's Life Celebration service 11 a.m.
Thursday, Oct. 21, 2010, at the Rearick-Carpenter Funeral Home Ltd., "A Life
Celebration Home," 1002 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore with Rev. Kerry R. Aucker
officiating. A visitation will be from 10 until 11 a.m. Burial will be in
Jersey Shore Cemetery. - Williamsport Sun Gazette, October 19, 2010