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BENJAMIN J. June Benjamin Corbett, 79, wife of Gerard D. Corbett, of
971 Summit Road, Towanda, Pa., North Towanda Twp., died
Wednesday evening, Nov. 17, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa.
June was born in Towanda, Pa., on June 20, 1931, the daughter of the late Audley
and Grace Benjamin. She was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1949 and
was later employed by the J.J. Newbury Co. in Towanda. On Aug. 9, 1951, she
married Gerard D. Corbett in Towanda. June was employed by the Towanda Tire
Company for several years. She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, Towanda,
the Bradford County Outboard Motor Club and the Towanda Gun Club. In earlier
years, June enjoyed boating, waterskiing, camping and traveling. She was a
dedicated Giants, Penn State, NASCAR and Jeff Bodine fan. June possessed many
wonderful friends who supported her during her declining health. June loved her
family very much, and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She is
survived by her husband of 59 years, Gerard at home; daughter and son-in-law,
Kay C. and Samuel Kintner of Towanda RR 1; son and daughter-in-law, Kevin C. and
Kim L. Corbett of Towanda RR 2; her grandchildren, who will be her honorary
pallbearers, Kyle (Christine) Kintner, Kacie (David) Ferraro, Hayley Corbett,
Meredith Corbett, Daniel Corbett; sister, Helen Landmesser of Towanda RR 2;
sisters-in-law, Barbara Benjamin, of Towanda RR 2, Louise Benjamin of Durell,
Tess Benjamin of Florida, Gytha Corbett of Tennesee; brother-in-law and
sister-in-law, Jack and Jan Corbett, of Towanda RR 5; several nieces, nephews,
great nieces, great nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents she was
preceded in death by brothers, Kenneth, Irvine, Eugene and Dean Benjamin; sister
and brother-in-law, Janice and William Vosburg, and a nephew, Duane Corbett. A
Requiem Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010 at Christ
Episcopal Church, Main St. Towanda, Pa., with the Rev. Maureen Hipple, Rector as
celebrant. The family will receive friends from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the
church. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions may
be directed to Christ Church, 1 Main St. Towanda, PA 18848, in June's memory.
Towanda Daily Review - November 19, 2010
BENNETT Dale F. Bennett
62, formerly of South Waverly died
November 16, 2010 at the Troy Community Hospital, Troy, PA. He is the son of
the late Wayne H. and Reba Welch Bennett. He is survived by son: Scott; 2
daughters: Kimberly (Guy) Slocum, Athens; Brianna (Joel) Boone of RI. His
sisters: Elinor McGarvey of Charleston, SC; Eunice Puglia, CourDAlene, ID; Janet
(Jerry) Belcher, Uniondale, PA; June Bennett, PA. One brother, John (Betty)
Bennett of Hallstead, PA. One Uncle, Victor Welch, Hallstead; one Aunt, Louise
Davis, Springville. Numerous nephews, nieces and cousins. Also, his significant
other, Carol Donohay of Canton, PA. He was predeceased by 7 brothers: Jerry, Jay
Niel, Kenneth, Harold, Gene, Darwin and Billy. Honoring his wishes, there will
be no calling hours. A quiet Memorial Service will be held at the convenience of
the family. The Blauvelt Funeral Home, 625 Broad Street, Waverly, New York is in
charge of arrangements. Those wishing may send a private sympathy message of
remembrance for Dale's family. Sayre Morning Times - November 20, 2010
BOCKELCAMP Christine I. Buchanan
60, of 2662 Homets Ferry Road, Wyalusing, Pa., died
Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010 at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pa.
Christine was born Dec. 5, 1949, the daughter of the late Norbert Bockelcamp and
Elizabeth Lorraine Guntz Bockelcamp. She was employed as a medical paralegal
secretary in Philadelphia for a number of years and later by Glaxo Smith Kline,
Inc. Christine received her master's degree in Criminal Justice Public Safety
from the University of Phoenix and was working on her doctorate degree with
DeVry University. Christine enjoyed knitting, painting ceramics, the outdoors
and gardening. She is survived by: her daughter and son-in-law, Beth Buchanan
Woodruff and Tracy Woodruff of Wyalusing; her extended family, Kathaleen and Roy
Johnson, Marianne McGowan, Edward McGowan and Marlene, Theresa McGowan, Jackie
McGowan and Jennie Bellows; grandchildren, Colleen of Marion, Pa., Aaron, Ashley
and Kira of Wyalusing; her canine companion, Cleo. In addition to her parents,
she was preceded in death by her daughter, Laurie Anne Buchanan on March 9,
2005. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family.
There are no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be directed to the
Children's Miracle Network at Geisinger, 100 N. Academy Ave., Danville, PA
17822-5020 in Christine's memory. The Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home of Towanda,
Pa., is assisting Christine's family with arrangements. Published in Daily
Review on November 18, 2010. Towanda Daily Review - November 18, 2010
BROWN Yolanda Mosher
During the early morning hours of Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010, Yolanda (Brown)
Mosher of Canton Township died
quietly at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was 74 years of
age. Born in Shunk on May 24, 1936, she was the daughter of Walter and Owanda
(Kilmer) Brown. On Dec. 30, 1965, she was married to Charles L. Mosher, and
together they raised three sons and opened their hearts and home to a foster
daughter. Yolanda was a woman with a strong work ethic, never one to indulge in
idleness. In addition to the normal tasks and responsibilities of being a
homemaker and mother, she worked as a house cleaner for 30 years. She was always
happiest when doing for others, and was active for many years in Canton's
Village Improvement Association. Yolanda also served many years as the AWANA
leader at LeRoy Independent Baptist Church mentoring young people and preparing
them for the Lord's service. Yolanda was well known for her culinary skills
which she freely donated to her church as one of the LeRoy Angels. Like Martha
in the Bible, Yolanda was the consummate hostess, ever attentive to her guests
and putting them before herself. She loved cooking and baking for family
gatherings and holidays where usually everyone else was finishing the meal as
she was just sitting down to eat. She had a keen sense of humor and a knack for
brightening everyone's day. She also had an extensive collection of Teddy Bears.
Most importantly, Yolanda had a deep abiding faith in the Lord and a positive
attitude, both of which carried her through the darkest days of her illness and
served as a shining example for her family. Yolanda is survived by her husband,
Charles, at home, sons Joseph E. Coyle of Canton, Thomas (and Cindy) Coyle of
LeRoy, Eddie (and Mary Beth) Mosher of Syracuse, N.Y., foster daughter Ruth Ann
Bump of North Carolina; brother Gary (and Judy) Brown of Canton; sisters-in-law
Ruthie Taylor of Canton, Esther (and Wayne) McIlwain of Elmira, N.Y.; and
brother-in-law David (and Linda) Morse of Trout Run; grandchildren Mark Coyle,
Jamie Coyle, Barbie Mosher, Amy Koval, Barbara Coyle, Jodi Rakoski, and Dennis
Coyle; four great-grandchildren and her special extended family which includes
Bob and Mary Jennings, Matthew and Debbie Jennings, Shelly Griffin, Mary Lutz,
Joe Aelio, Mike Aelio, and Richie Aelio, as well as several nieces, nephews and
cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents Walter and Owanda Brown, and
infant daughter Johanne, brother Arnold Brown and sister-in-law Pat Brown,
parents-in-law Victor and Esther Morse. Visitation will be from 1 to 2:30
p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 1, at Fellowship Bible Church, Mud Creek Road at Route
14, Troy. A celebration of her life will be held at 2:30 p.m. with pastors Jim
Shay and Ron Bly officiating. Interment will be in the Brown Cemetery in
Shunk. Memorial contributions may be directed to Guthrie Hospice, RR 4, Box 154,
Towanda, PA 18848, or the American Cancer Society , 1948 E. Third St.,
Williamsport, PA 17701. Professional services have been entrusted to Morse and
Kleese Funeral Home, Canton. Daily Review - November 27, 2010
BRUNO Mary Ann Deljanovan
77, lifelong resident of Ralston, died
at home while surrounded by family on Wednesday, November 10, 2010. Born on
January 16, 1933 in Ralston, Mary Ann was the daughter of the late John S. and
Elizabeth (Kump) Bruno. She graduated from Ralston High School in 1950.
Mary Ann was married to the late Thomas C. Deljanovan for over 52 years before
his passing on July 4, 2005. She worked at Stroehmann's Bakery. Mary
Ann was a member of Ralston’s St. Aloysius Catholic Church and their Altar &
Rosary Society, the Ralston Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary, Ralston High School
Alumni Assoc. and the Baker’s Assoc. Retirees. Mary Ann cherished times spent
with her children and grandchildren. She also loved traveling to visit
with family and friends. She enjoyed attending many high school reunions
and Stroehmann's get-togethers. Surviving are three children, Thomas (Rebecca)
Deljanovan, Carole (Homer) Parker and John B. (Diane) Deljanovan; eight
grandchildren, Angela and Anthony Parker, Timothy, Elizabeth, Theodore, Jackie,
Samantha and Chance Deljanovan; four great-grandchildren, Shailynne and Alaina
Swain and Akia and Gavin Parker; a brother, John “Jack” Bruno, many nieces,
nephews and cousins. A Mass of Christian burial was held November 15, at
St. Aloysius Church in Ralston. Burial followed in Wildwood
Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Susquehanna Hospice, 1100 Grampian
Blvd. Williamsport, PA 17701. Pepper Funeral Home in Canton is assisting her
family with arrangements.
BUBACZ Andrew S. Bubacz
died
very unexpectedly, November 12, 2010 in Nuristan, Afghanistan from a head
injury at the age of 23. He was born September 15, 1987 in Sumter, SC. He joined
the Air Force September 27, 2005 and this was his first deployment. He was part
of the Provincial Reconstruction Team in Nuristan. He was stationed at Altus Air
Force Base in Oklahoma where he was a member of the 97th Communication Squadron.
He received the Outstanding Airmen of the Year award in 2009. He was the beloved
husband of Ashley Bubacz of Oklahoma and beloved son of Patrick and Linda
McKlevis Bubacz of Sumter, SC, formerly of Elmira; beloved brother of Ryan and
Kelly Bubacz and niece Chloe of Williamson, NY; beloved grandson of Stephen
(Tony) and Phyllis Paul McKlevis of Elmira and June Bubacz of Florida. Also
survived by loving uncles, Scott McKlevis of Florida and Matthew Bubacz of
Elmira; loving aunts and uncles, Kirk and Pamela Owen of Horseheads, Carl and
Elaine Ashlaw of Williamson, NY; loving cousins, Shayna (Andy Labuski) McInerny,
Tracy (Trevor) Mellon, Christopher McKlevis, Brooke Owen, Kaitlyn and Carl
Ashlaw. He was predeceased by his grandfather, Andrew James Bubacz in 1990 and
special uncles, Robert and Ralph Paul and Joe McKlevis. Andrew was such a loving
and caring person to everyone. They said he could make friends with a tree. He
would talk to anyone and with his outgoing personality and he made lasting
friendships with the neighbors in his and Mom and Dad's neighborhood. They were
all there for the candlelight vigil held November 18, 2010. Many of his friends
spoke of him and several people had gone and had tattoos put on themselves in
his memory. He loved music and could play several instruments. You knew when
Andrew came into a room because it lit up like a Christmas tree. Andrew also had
two degrees in Biology and he had hoped to become a Doctor. He would have been a
good one. He loved learning about diseases. His funeral service was held
November 19, 2010 in Sumter, SC at the Bullock Funeral Home with Chaplin Capt.
Kathy Scott giving the sermon. The Freedom Riders were escorts of the funeral
procession and the Patriot Guards stood at full attention for four hours at the
funeral home. Thousands of Airmen, Soldiers, Marines and civilians lined the
road at Shaw Air Force Base and along the roads to the Fort Jackson National
Cemetery in Columbia, SC where Andrew was laid to rest. His wife and parents
were each presented an American flag. He will be forever loved and missed by
all.
BUGAY Paul Dominic Bugay
80, of Mansfield, died on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010. He was born in Birdsboro;
the son of the late Dominic and Anna (Ferko) Bugay. Paul proudly served his
country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He served his community
as an art teacher from pre-k to graduate school for over 36 years. Paul
will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Steffie Mary (Winiarska) Bugay; his
daughters, Stephanie Sharpe,Teresa Williamson, Paulette Lebchuk and her husband,
Andrew, as well as his son; Paul Joseph and his wife, Jean; six grandchildren
and one great-grandson. He is also survived by his sisters, Mary Fleming and
Rose Harter. Paul was preceded in death by his sisters, Anna Rodolff and Dorothy
Bugay; his brothers, John, Joseph and Andrew and his son-in-law Jack Sharpe.
Paul was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. Arrangements have been
entrusted to Connell Funeral Home, Bethlehem. A viewing will be held from 9 to
9:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov, 24, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church,
3219 Santee Road, Bethlehem, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. A
Mass of Christian Burial and entombment will be held at Gethsemane Cemetery,
3139 Kutztown Road, Reading, on Monday, Nov. 29, at 11 a.m. In lieu of
flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice, 2166 S
12th St., #101 Allentown, Pa. 18103. Wellsboro Gazette - November 19, 2010
BUTTON Hazel L Dean
Addison, N.Y. — Hazel L. Dean, age 85, of Addison died on Thursday, November
25, 2010 at Absolut Care At Three Rivers in Painted Post, NY. Hazel was
born on October 1, 1925 in Corning, NY, the daughter of Abraham and Katherine
(Baker) Button. She married Merle L. Dean on April 8th, 1942 in Corning
and she was predeceased by him in 1984. Hazel attended school in
Corning and was briefly employed briefly at Corning Glass Works. She was later
employed by Silver Top Diner in Addison where she worked as a waitress for many
years. Hazel was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary for fifty
years. She had also been a member of the Addison Fire Dept. Auxiliary. She
was an avid bingo player and bowler, and she traveled many years with her
husband. She is survived by two daughters: Diane (Doug) Baker of Cameron Mills,
NY, and Cindy (Dino) Dean of Addison; two sons: Wayne (Connie) Dean and Thomas
Dean, both of Addison; three sisters: Frances Aiken of Painted Post,
Delores Wheaton of Addison, and Janet (Wayne) Cornish of Big Flats;
sister-in-law Minnie (Max) Norton of Shunk, PA; 21 grandchildren; 31
great-grandchildren; 8 great, great-grandchildren; and several nieces and
nephews. Hazel was predeceased by sisters, Ella Mae, Erma, and Joyce; brothers
Wallace and Donald Button; sons, Merle "Bud" Dean, and Kenneth Dean; and by
daughter, Donna Dean. Friends may call at Carpenter Flint Funeral Home, 10 Wall
Street in Addison on Sunday, November 28th from noon to 2:00pm. Burial
will be in Addison Rural Cemetery. The family suggests that memorials be
directed to the American Cancer Society, 1400 Winton Road North, Rochester, NY
14609 or to the Addison American Legion, 85 Maple Street, Addison, NY 14801.
Corning Leader - November 27, 2010
CONANT Virginia (Jini) Conant Van Etten
Houston, Texas — Virginia “Jini” Conant Van Etten, 88, Silver Creek Drive,
Houston, formerly of Big Flats, N.Y., died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010. Survivors
include her husband Bim and a son, Peter Van Etten of Houston. Services will be
held there at 11 a.m. Saturday at Phillips Funeral Home and Cremation Service,
17 W. Pulteney St., Corning, N.Y. Burial will be in Hope Cemetery,
Corning, N.Y. Corning Leader - February 2, 2010
COURTNEY Daniel "Taz"
CORNING, NY/RAHWAY, NJ — Daniel “Taz” Courtney, age 47, of Corning, NY,
Rahway, NJ, and Shakedown Street, Anywhere USA, died
unexpectedly, on Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at home. He was born on
December 3, 1962 in Rahway, NJ, the son of the late James and the late Patricia
L. (Krueger) Courtney. He married Helen O'Neill on February 14, 2010 in
Millport, NY. Taz was happiest when he made people laugh and was an amazing
chef. He was a dedicated Deadhead and went on many tours and shows.
Taz was an amazing husband and best friend to many. Taz loved to
live and lived to love. He enjoyed life the most in front of the stage,
dancing through life to the sounds of music taking many of us along for the
ride. And what a long strange trip it's been. He is survived by his wife,
Helen, daughter: Jessica M. Guth of Corning, his New York family, brothers, Bren
(Kellie) Alleman of Millport and Bruce (Keough) Hallock of Horseheads,
Godchildren and nieces, Kayte Allemen, Emily Allemen, and Kaycie Hallock, his
New Jersey family, sisters, Vicky (Jim) Schmidt of Mountainside, NJ and Patty
(Michael) Nunez of Corona, CA, brother, Bill (Susan) Courtney of Whitehouse
Station, NJ, nieces and nephews, Katie, Shannon, Billy, Molly, Alex and Emma,
and niece, Ashlee Henderson, mother-in-law, Helen O'Neill of Piscataway, NJ and
sister-in-law, Theresa Santa Maria of Jackson, NJ. Family and friends are
invited to call at Carpenter's Funeral Home, LLC, 14 East Pulteney Street,
Corning, on Sunday, November 21, 2010 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. A prayer
service will be held at the funeral home on Monday at 12:30pm followed by a Mass
of Christian Burial at 1:00pm at St. Mary's Church, 155 State St., Corning.
Corning Leader - November 20, 2010
COX James H. Cox
68, of 282 Thompson Blvd., Watertown, passed November 15, 2010 at the
Samaritan Medical Center. Arrangements are with the Hart & Bruce Funeral Home,
Watertown. There will be no calling hours or funeral service. Born Dec. 12, 1941
in Elmira, NY, son of Harold S. and Helen Palmer Cox, he graduated from Western
State College of Colorado, with a Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree in
Business. He later received a Paralegal Certificate from Syracuse University.
Mr. Cox worked several years at JC Penney's as a management trainee. He also
spent several years working at Jerome's Clothing Store in Elmira as an assistant
manager along with numerous other positions. He went to work at Jefferson
Community College in 1968 as a business teacher and retired in 2000 as a
Professor and later received Emeritus Status. He was Past President of Planned
Parenthood, member and board member of JCC Foundation, member of the Jeff Lewis
Mediation Center and former Vice President, member of the Neighborhood Watch
Program in Watertown and he was an Eagle Scout. Among his survivors are three
brothers and two sisters-in-law, Richard P. Cox, John T. and Jean Cox, all of
Elmira, William R. and Mary Cox, Horseheads, NY and several nieces and nephews.
Donations may be made to the JCC Foundation, 1220 Coffeen St., Watertown, NY
13601. Star-Gazette - November 18, 2010
DAVIS Lester E. Davis Jr.
Age 87, died
on November 16, 2010 at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility in Montour Falls,
NY. He was the owner of Duke's Bar & Grill in Watkins Glen, run by he and his
wife for many years. He loved a good game of euchre and to bet on the horses. He
is predeceased by his wife Norma Davis; parents Lester and Pauline Davis;
brothers and sisters, John Davis, Olga Newell, Stella Boardman, Mary Ellen
Reeder, Alice Mikel, and Dorothy Carle. He is survived by his children, Michele
(Bob) Salamy, Diane (Ben) Bond, Lisa (Jamie) Wade, Jimmy Davis, Sharon Thompson,
and Bob Davis; brothers, Harry (Marge) Davis and Bob (Mickey) Davis; also many
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A private burial at Glenwood Cemetery
will be held at the convenience of the family. The family invites friends and
relatives to a reception in a celebration of his life, on Sunday, (Nov 21st),
from 2-4pm at the Moose Lodge in Montour Falls. Memorial Contributions can be
made to the Schuyler Hospital Foundation, PO Box 828, Montour Falls, NY 14865 in
lieu of flowers. Star-Gazette - November 18, 2010
EBERT Stephen C
Age 57, of Dundee, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, November 14, 2010.
Steve is survived by his wife, Judith Ebert; sons, Stephen C. Ebert, Jr. and
Eric Ebert; three grandchildren; and good friend and co-worker, Karen Rounds.
Steve and his wife where Inn Keepers of the South Glenora Bed & Breakfast. He
proudly served in the US Air Force and retired as Captain after 21 years of
service. He was also member of the V.F.W Post 0660, Dundee, for 12 years, and
attended the Barrington Community Church. There are no prior calling hours. A
graveside service will be held at Bath National Cemetery, on Friday, November
19, 2010 at 11:30am, with full military honors; Pastor Gerald Vanaman
officiating. Those wishing to express their condolences may consider a memorial
donation in his memory to the Barrington Community Church, PO Box 73, Dundee, NY
14837. Star Gazette - November 16, 2010
ELLIOTT Sandra L. Dalrymple
Age 69, of Valois, NY died
surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, November 20, 2010. Sandy was
born in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Merle and Virginia Elliott. She was
the owner and operator of Anchor Acre Farms in Hector, NY. Sandy was a member of
the Hector Presbyterian Church, and supported and volunteered over the years
with many groups, charities and organizations, including Labor of Love, Live
Like Liz, Schuyler Outreach, Seneca Santa and Arctic League. Sandy was
predeceased by her husband, the love of her life and soul mate, the late Edward
C. Dalrymple. She was also predeceased by her sister, Lindy Bond, and brother,
Jack Elliott, brother-in-law, Dr. Bill Miles, and loyal companion, her dog,
“Tootsie.” She is survived by her loving family: children Deb Schmidt (Gary) of
Watkins Glen, Bonnie Specchio (Mark) of Watkins Glen, William “Billy” Yaw of
Valois, Jackie Yaw Leszyk (Mark) of Watkins Glen, Edward Dalrymple Jr. (Cathy)
of Virginia, Vicki Schmael (Guy) of Hector, Pam Dalrymple (Jim Shaw) of
Hammondsport, Bill Dalrymple (Shelly) of Lodi, Nancy Barrick of Watkins Glen,
and Donnie Dalrymple (Anita Dvornicky) of Hector; a brother, Larry Elliott of
Palm Desert, CA; a sister-in-law, Carol Miles of Elmira; brother-in-law Doug
(Marilyn) Dalrymple of Elmira; grandchildren Eric Schmidt, Lindsay Schmidt, Mark
(Klena) Specchio, Matt Specchio, Cas "Sandra" Wait, Danielle Leszyk, Cassidy
Yaw, Tai Givin, Erin Givin, and John Clawson; great-granddaughters Briana
Specchio and Kaylee Yaw; and numerous step grandchildren, great-grandchildren,
nieces and nephews whom she loved very much; and her loving companions -- dog,
“Eddy” and cat, “Kaylee.” The family will receive friends and relatives at
the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen, on Friday,
November 26, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Saturday,
November 27, at 11 a.m. at the Hector Presbyterian Church. Burial will be at the
Hector Presbyterian Cemetery following services. Memorial donations may be made
to a charity of one’s choice. Odessa File - November 22, 2010
EMPSON Edward H. Empson Sr.
Age 68, son of the late Howard and Kathryn (Ardislane) Empson, died
peacefully Thursday, November 11, 2010. He was predeceased by his son; Edward
H. Empson, Jr., sisters; Carol Gee and Sandy Moag and sister-in-law, Amy Empson.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 14 years, Betty L. Empson of Elmira
Heights, NY; brothers, Gary Empson of West Bingham, NY, and Don (Lee) Empson of
Long Island, NY, step children, Donna Truax, Darla Talmage, Dennis Truax and
Michael Serow, great-granddaughter, Manajia and many others as well as several
aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Edward proudly served his country during the
Vietnam War in the United States Navy. He worked in G.E. Foundry and retired
from the NYS Department of Corrections as a roofer/plumber in 2000. The last 10
years of his life were the best 10 years of his life, and these years included
senior games in softball, basketball, volleyball and working out at the YMCA. A
memorial service honoring Edwards life will be held at the Olthof Funeral Home,
Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira/Southport on Saturday, November 20, 2010
at 1:00 pm. The Rev. Michael Spencer will be officiating. Those wishing may make
memorials to the YMCA , 425 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904.
Star-Gazette - November 18, 2010
GERARD Elizabeth J. “Liz”
On Saturday, November 13th, Liz Gerard ended her life. She struggled for a
long time with an undefinable illness. She desperately wanted to heal, but
when she felt that it was becoming unendurable, she found relief in the
only way she knew how. We are just beginning to feel how much her life changed
us, and to know what we have lost. Liz was a wonderful potter and a truly gifted
massage therapist, but her greatest gift was for deep and lasting friendships.
She was happiest in the water, and loved to travel. She blended these passions
whenever possible, and was always ready to bring her friends with her if she
could. She had a delicate and profound way of holding people's lives, of seeing
deeply into them and finding ways of bringing to everyone she loved some part of
her gift. She was unfailingly thoughtful, sensitive and caring, and her educated
healing touch will be missed by her massage family as well as her clients. She
made her ceramics to fit comfortably in your hand, and she would always gently
remind us that her pots were meant to be used. She would like that. In death,
she will at last be joining her closest friend and sister Debbie Gerard White
and her beloved mother Jeanne Gerard. She also joins her brother Bobbie Gerard.
Among the many friends she had to leave behind are her sister Barb Gerard, her
brother Jim Gerard and his wife Anne, her other brother Rick Gerard, her
treasured friend Luanne Gardner, and me, Marty Poole. We will be looking for her
out of the corner of our eyes for the rest of our lives. She was so beautiful.
Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050
Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira/Southport, NY on Friday, November 19, 2010 from 4:00
to 6:00 pm. Her memorial Service will follow the visitation at 6pm. She will be
laid to rest in the Greensprings Cemetery, Newfield, NY on Saturday, November
20, 2010 at 10 am. Corning Leader - November 19, 2010
GOLDENER Dr. Margaret H. Launius
58, of Mansfield, died on Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, at her home. Margaret
was born on Jan. 27, 1952, in Ross, Calif., the daughter of Robert and Mary
(Grant) Goldener. She was married to Bruce W. Launius. A professor of psychology
at Mansfield University for 21 years, Margaret was a superb teacher, scholar,
mentor, advisor to students and a treasured colleague at the university. She
challenged students to achieve their absolute best, teaching and leading by the
example of her life. Margaret was a member of the Tioga County Women's Coalition
and extremely active in women's issues on campus. She enjoyed crocheting,
reading mysteries, birding, spending time with her family, her Blue Merle
Shelties and Papillions puppies. In addition to her husband of 33 years, Bruce
and mother, Mary, Margaret is survived by her daughter, Marlo Marie Mann Paxson
of Camp Hill; sister, Ellen Goldener Bingel of Sebastopol, Calif.; and brother,
Rob Goldener of California. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday,
Nov. 20, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory
and Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield. A memorial service will follow
the visitation at 3 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made
in Margaret's memory to Laurel Hospice, 24 Walnut St., Wellsboro, Pa. 16901.
Wellsboro Gazette - November 17, 2010
GORGES Ruth M. Gorges Leszyk
Formerly of Port Charlotte, FL, died Thurs. Nov. 18, 2010 at the age of 88.
She is predeceased by her husband, Edward J. She leaves her children, Gerald
(Ruth), Ronald (Joyce), Charles (Mercy Longshanks), Richard, and Carol (Dave)
Ross; 14 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; dear
friends and staff at Baywinde. Friends may call 4-8 Mon. at Willard H. Scott
Funeral Home, 12 South Ave., Webster. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Tues.
at Holy Trinity Church, 1460 Ridge Rd., Webster. Interment, Holy Trinity
Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the St. Joseph's Alumni Assoc. c/o
Dolores Boedicker, Treasurer, 1209 West Water St., Elmira, NY 14905, or Webster
Comfort Care Home, 700 Holt rd., Webster, NY 14580. Star-Gazette - November 21,
2010
GORMAN Craig R. Gorman
Age 67, of Horseheads, NY, died
unexpectedly at home on Saturday morning, November 27, 2010. Craig was born on
August 31, 1943, a son of the late Angus and Geneve Monahan Gorman. He retired
from Dresser-Rand where he was employed for over 20 years. He enjoyed his time
at the camp on Sacandaga Lake and was quite the "animated" sports fan,
especially when it involved his family. Craig is survived by his loving wife of
45 years, Ann Callahan Gorman; children, Kelli (John) Fesetch of Elmira, NY, Gus
(Tiffanie) Gorman, Katie Gorman, both of Mechanicsburg, PA. A proud "pop-pop" to
Madelyn, Paige, and Jack; brother, Jay Gorman of Putnam Valley, NY; niece, Jill
(Tim) DeRenzo; mother-in-law, Catherine Callahan of Horseheads, NY;
brother-in-law, Robert (Susie) Callahan; and nephew Tom Callahan. The family
will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin
St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Tuesday, November 30, 2010, from 3-6 p.m. A
Memorial Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 1,
2010, at 10 a.m. The family will provide their own flowers. Those wishing to
remember Craig may do so through memorials to American Heart, PO Box 417005,
Boston, MA 02241-7005 or American Diabetes, 160 Allens Creek Road?, Building
160, 1st Floor?, Rochester, New York 14618 in his memory. Star-Gazette
November 29, 2010
HART Lorraine L. Watkins
81, of Howard, died Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010, at Mt. Nittany Medical Center,
State College. She was born in Tioga County on Jan. 8, 1929, a daughter of the
late Owen and Daisy Griffin Hart. She was married June 9, 1946, in Leona, to
Arthur L. Watkins. She graduated from Troy High School. Lorraine was the head
cashier at the Super Duper Grocery Store in Mansfield for 17 years. She was a
Christian. Besides her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Jeannie L.
Goleman of Howard; a son, David A. (Pamela J.) Watkins of Boalsburg; brother,
Richard of Hart of Elmira, N.Y.; four grandchildren; and eight
great-grandchildren.Visitation will be held at the Kader-Neef Funeral Home, 135
W. Main St., Howard, on Tuesday, Nov. 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Wednesday,
Nov. 17, for one hour prior to the service. Funeral service will be held on
Wednesday, at 1 p.m., at the funeral home, with Albert Knaggs officiating.
Burial will be at Zion Cemetery, Walker Township. Wellsboro Gazette - November
17, 2010
HARTSHAW Betty L. Jayne
78, of 362 Second St., Laceyville, Pa., died
at her home on Second Street early Friday morning, Nov. 26, 2010, after an
illness. Born in King of Prussia, Pa., on June 29, 1932, she was the daughter of
the late Joseph and Sarah Hart Hartshaw. While growing up in Laceyville,
Betty was a graduate of the Laceyville High School class of 1951. On Jan. 16,
1954, she married her husband Kenneth Jayne, and they were married for 56 years.
In 1970 Betty and Ken bought the Legal Blank Printery in Laceyville, and
together they owned and operated the business until 1989. Betty was a member of
the Braintrim Baptist Church in Laceyville, Pa. and the Laceyville Oldest House.
After their retirement Betty and Ken enjoyed traveling. In her spare time Betty,
loved doing crafts, and every summer she enjoyed her garden. For many years,
Betty entered her crafts and canned goods in the Wyoming County Fair. She is
survived by: her husband, Kenneth Jayne, of Laceyville, Pa.; her daughter and
son-in-law Dorothy and Jerry Weir of Laceyville, Pa.; her son and
daughter-in-law Dale and Trudy Jayne of Wyalusing, Pa.; her four grandchildren,
Crystal (Nate) Lacey of State College, Pa., Capt. Eric (Ava) Jayne stationed at
Ft. Sill, Okla., with the U.S. Army, Jared Weir of Laceyville, Pa. and Joel Weir
of Odenton, Md.; and three great-grandchildren. Betty is also survived by two
sisters, Mrs. Jane Shaffer of Doylestown, Pa., and Mrs. Doris Newhart of
Binghamton, N.Y. and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents she was
preceded in death by three brothers, Joseph Hartshaw, Roland Hartshaw and Robert
Hartshaw, and a sister, Joan Bendock, who died
on March 8, 2010. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday morning,
Nov. 29, 2010 from the Braintrim Baptist Church, in Laceyville, Pa., with Rev.
Thomas Davis and Rev. Dave Faulkner of the church officiating. Interment will be
in the Lacey St. Cemetery, in Laceyville. Family and friends may call
from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Monday morning at the church. In
lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorial contributions to the Braintrim
Baptist Church Library, P.O. Box 281, Laceyville, PA 18623. Arrangements were
made through the Sheldon Funeral Home, Main Street, Laceyville, Pa. Daily
Review - November 27, 2010
HECK Carl L. Heck
Age 60 of Mystic View Lane, Lawrenceville, PA died
Nov. 23, 2010. A memorial service will be held Saturday Nov. 27, 2010 at 1:00
p.m. at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland, PA.
Lawrenceville, Pa. — Carl L. Heck, 60, of Mystic Lane, Lawrenceville, died Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010 at home. He was a farmer. Survivors include his wife, Lisa; two daughters, Candy Marble of Bath and Angelina Heck of Lawrenceville; two brothers, Fred Heck of Williamsport and Vern Heck of Covington; and four sisters, Carol Baker of Williamsport, Geraldine Davies of Knoxville, Connie Johnson of Tioga, and Eva Carson of Wellsboro. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland. Corning Leader - November 24, 2010
HORNET James Tyler Homet
81 of Versailles MO and formerly of Troy, died Friday, October 29, 2010
after an extended illness. Born in Metuchen, New Jersey on December 9, 1928, he
was the son of the late Francis J. and Ruth Tyler Homet. He grew up in Camptown
PA & Allentown PA. He graduated from Allentown High School & attended Penn
State University. For many years Tyler, owned in partnership with his
cousin Harold Chadwick, the John Deere Troy Equipment Company. He
was a welder, heavy equipment mechanic & beef cattle rancher. He owned the first
car wash in Troy for many years. He was a lifetime member of the Troy Volunteer
Fire Department. He also was a Justice of the Peace in Troy. A loving husband,
father, grandfather, and great grandfather, he is survived by his wife, Janice
Burgess Homet; a daughter, Kathleen A. Custer of Marietta, GA; three sons, James
T. Homet, II and wife Kimberly of Kingsley PA, David L. Homet and wife Sandra of
Mansfield TX, and Daniel L. Homet and wife Lynda, of Granville Summit; ten
grandchildren; five great grandchildren and the mother of his children,
Francesca Marcucci Homet. He will also be remembered by many other family
members and close friends. His sister, Mrs. Miriam Homet Martin, predeceased
him. A private memorial service celebrating his life will be held at a
later date on his farm in Versailles MO. Canton Sentinel - November 19,
2010
JOHNSON Rosie J. Laport
60, of Waverly, N.Y. died
on Nov. 18, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital with her family by her side. She
was born on Jan. 1, 1950 in Sayre, Pa., a daughter of the late Albert and Rosie
(Lattimer) Johnson. Rosie loved to camp and spend time outdoors. She
especially loved fishing and playing pool with her many friends. Rosie was a
dedicated mother, grandmother and caregiver always living life to the fullest.
Rosie is preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Shirley Mallard, and a
brother, Jimmy Johnson. Rosie is survived by her daughters and son-in-law
Michelle (Richard) Robinson of Waverly, N.Y. and Patty Heinzelman of
Aravia, Fla.; sons and daughters-in-law Walt Heinzelman of Vestal, N.Y., Ernie
(Sue) Heinzelman of Waverly, N.Y., Tommy (Crystal) Heinzelman of Lowman, N.Y. ,
and Jim Hienzelman of Carleton MI; brother Albert (Shelly) Johnson of Waverly,
N.Y.; sister Martha (Butch) Gable of Waverly, N.Y.; seven grandchildren; one
very special great-grandchild; nieces, nephews, and many other special friends
relatives and neighbors. A gathering of friends and family will be held on
Saturday, Nov. 27th from 2 to 5 p.m. at the South Waverly Community Hall,
57 Pleasant St. South Waverly PA. The burial will take place at a later date at
the convenience of the family. Flowers will be provided by the family however,
those who wish to may make a donation to the Guthrie Cancer Center 1 Guthrie
Square, Sayre, PA. 18810 in loving memory of Rosie J. Laport. Caring assistance
is being provided by the Cooley-Tioga Point Cremation and Burial Options, Inc.,
802 N. Main St., Athens, PA 18810. Sayre Morning Times - November 21, 2010
KELLER Charles Stanley Keller
age 95, a resident of The Laurels in Wellsboro passed peacefully of natural
causes on Monday, November 15, 2010. Before moving to Wellsboro in 2005, he was
a resident of Brittany Pointe Estates in Lansdale, PA. Stan, as his friends knew
him, was born April 9, 1915, in Philadelphia, the son of Charles Calvin Keller
and Linnie (Moyer) Keller. He graduated in 1938 from the University of
Pennsylvania with a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering. Stan was married to
the late Harriet Burt Keller who passed in 2005 while the couple was living in
Lansdale. He was also preceded in death by a younger sister, Doris Rife of
Chambersburg, PA.
Stan and his wife, Harriet, met while they were employees of General
Electric Corporation in Philadelphia. He was co-founder in 1947, and chief
operating officer for most of his career, of Plastica (now Jet Plastica) in
Hatfield, PA, which designed and manufactured the first plastic eating utensils.
He and his wife were active in community theatre in the Lansdale area and the
Thomas Paine Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Collegeville, PA. Activities
that Stan pursued with passion ranged from art and architectural design to
tennis, which he played well into his eighties. Stan is survived by two
sons. The eldest, Peter A. Keller, serves as Provost of Mansfield University and
is married to Rhonda S. Keller. The youngest, C. Stephen Keller, is a principal
of Woodhouse and Murus corporations of Mansfield and resides in Boulder, CO.
Grandchildren include Dr. David P. Keller, an oceanographer who resides in Kiel,
Germany; Dr. Kirsten Keller Titelman, a researcher with Rand Corporation, who
resides with her husband in Santa Monica, CA; and Hali Keller who resides with
her parents in Boulder, CO. A great grandson, Ayden J. Keller, lives with his
father in Germany. A private memorial service is being arranged by the
family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral
Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main Street, Mansfield, PA. Wellsboro
Gazette - November 20, 2010
KENNEDY Wilbur F. Kennedy
81, of Galeton, PA, died on Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at The Green Home,
Wellsboro, PA. Born December 25, 1928, in Wellsboro, he was a son of the late
Elias and Elizabeth (Wilson) Kennedy. He was a Veteran, having served with the
United States Army in the Korean War. He was married to the former Ruth J.
Lovell, who predeceased him on September 27, 2006. Wilbur worked at Corning
Glass in Wellsboro for many years. He greatly enjoyed bird watching, animals,
being outside, and was the master of "puttering around". Surviving are five
sons, Walter (Paula) of Morgantown, WV, William (JoAnn) of Littlestown, PA, John
(Catherine) of New Oxford, PA, James of Galeton, and Robert (Candy) of
Thomasville, PA; a daughter, Vickie Hurst of Galeton; 15 grandchildren; 15 great
grandchildren; three brothers, Calvin of Coudersport, PA Richard (Gerry) of
Wellsboro, Leroy (Sandy) of Middlebury, PA, and Richard (Gerry) of Wellsboro;
two sisters, Jean Ingram of Wellsboro and Ruth Wilkins of Covington, PA; and
several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, Wilbur was
predeceased by two sons, Scott and Wilbur, Jr. Friends may call at the Hess
Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Collins Chapel, Galeton, on Friday, November
26, 2010 from 6:00-8:00pm and on Saturday, November 27, 2010 from 11:30-12:30pm,
with Funeral Services following at 12:30pm. The Rev. Lynn Geiser will officiate.
Interment will be made in the Germania Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be
made to the family. Star Gazette - November 26, 2010
KIRCHNER Robert George Kirchner Sr.
74 of Dutch Mountain Road, Dushore, Pa., died
on Friday morning Nov. 19, 2010 at the Memorial Hospital in Towanda, Pa. Robert
was born on Nov. 11, 1936 in Allentown, Pa., a son of the late Woodrow and
Madlyn Dibert Kirchner. Robert is a Veteran of the Korean Conflict serving in
the U.S. Army. He later married Carol Godusky in Allentown and worked for the
Service Electric Cable TV company of Bethlehem as a Technician for 34 years
until his retirement. He and Carol have resided in Dushore for the last 23
years. Robert enjoyed bowling and spending time with his grandchildren. He is
survived by his wife, Carol at home; four children, Robert and (Marge) Kischner
Jr., of Coopersburg Pa., Rachael and (Keith) Briech of Cataswaka, Pa., Holly and
(Mike Fife) Foust of Peckville, Pa., and John Kirchner of Laceyville, Pa.; two
sisters and a brother, Patricia and (Robert) Grace, Ronald and (Kaye) Kirchner,
and Jean and (Robert) Werley; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and
several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on
Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010 in the Russell P. McHenry Funeral Home, 119 Carpenter
St., Dushore, PA 18614 with the Rev. Robert W. Brown officiating. Family and
friends are invited to call from noon until the time of the service on Saturday
at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Leigh
Valley Health Network, Heart and Lung Instute, 1247 S. Cedar Crest Blvd. Suite
200, Allentown, PA 18103, in Memory of Robert. Towanda Daily Review - November
22, 2010
KNISLEY Marietta Knisley Searles
age 78 died
suddenly on Wednesday, November 24, 2010 while visiting her daughter in
Raleigh, NC. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at
2:00 PM at the Odessa Baptist Church, Maple Avenue, Odessa, NY 14869. Marietta
was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada on December 2, 1931, to the late Elgene
Knisley and Kathleen Knisley. She moved to Hamburg, NY at a young age and
graduated form Hamburg High School. Marietta was a very loving and devoted wife,
mother and grandmother. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years,
Howard Searles; her son, Alan Searles of Ketchum, Idaho, and daughters, Carol
Thomson (Rich French) of Enfield, NY and her children Shannon and Aaron; and
Mary Beth (James) Huber of Raleigh, NC and her children Bryan and Timothy. She
is also survived by her sister Kathleen Blackburn of Baltimore, MD and
brothers-and sisters-in-law: Frederick (Patricia) Searles, Christine Milne,
Dorene (Edward) MacDonald, Marion (Richard) Buck and Isabel (Jack) Mroczkowski.
She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by
her brothers Elgene and John Knisley. Marietta was a long-time member of the
Odessa Baptist Church. She retired from Cornell University and also worked for
several attorneys in Watkins Glen, Elmira and Geneva. She was for former
President of the Watkins/Montour Zonta Club and volunteered for several years at
Schuyler Hospital and the Dutton S. Peterson Library. She was also a Brownie and
Girl Scout Leader for many years. She loved working in her flower gardens,
painting, and traveling with her family and friends. In lieu of flowers,
memorial contributions may be made to the Odessa Baptist Church Building Fund.
Arrangements are entrusted with the Vedder and Scott Funeral Home. Star
Gazette - November 27, 2010
KOBBE Delos H. Kobbe
70, of Ringtown Mountain Road, died Thursday, Nov 25, 2010, following an
automobile accident in Forks Township, Sullivan County. He was born
January 29, 1940 in Forksville, Sullivan County and was a son of the late
Francis and Beltha Boyles Kobbe. Delos graduated from Loyalsock Area High School
in the class of 1957. Following graduation he worked as a logger in Sullivan
County until moving to the Catawissa area where he was employed by Cattawissa
Lumber as supervisor, moving to the Paxinos Lumber Company plant until retiring
in 2006. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Numidia. Delos
enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, was a Philly's fan, and liked to go to
casinos. He took pride in his work, was a very dedicated worker, work was his
life, was a great family man, easy going, and was a kind and loving husband.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, the former
Betty L. Karnes, who died in 2002 ending a marital span of 43 years. He is
survived by two sons, Ralph E. Kobbe and his wife Suzanne, of Elysburg, Robert
A. Kobbie, and his wife Mary, of Catawissa; four grandchildren Nicole
Shebelskie, Audra, Krista and Jason Kobbe; his companion Connie Campbell, of
Hillsgrove; three brothers, Alan Kobbe and his wife Beverly, of Milledgville,
Ga., Norman Kobbe and his wife Elaine, of Montgomery, Durwood Kobbe and his wife
Shirley, of Overton; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will
be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Numidia,
with the Rev. Gordon Smith, his pastor, officiating, assisted by the Rev. Linda
Renninger pastor of Hillsgrove United Methodist Church, Hillsgrove. Burial will
be in the parish cemetery. Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday,
Nov. 29, 2010 at the Allen R. Horne Funeral Home 193 McIntyre Road, Catawissa
and from 10 a.m. until the time of the service Tuesday at the church.
Contributions in his memory may be made to the Roaring Creek Valley QRS c/o of
Tom Runge, 1091 Numidia Dr., Catawissa, PA 17820 or St. Paul Lutheran Church, 27
Ringtown Mountain Road, Catawissa, PA 17820. Daily Review - November 28,
2010
LARRISON Agnes Irene Evans
93, Inverness, died Nov. 18, 2010 in the Hospice Unit of Citrus Memorial
Hospital. Graveside services will be conducted on Tuesday, Nov. 23, at 10 a.m.
from Oak Ridge Cemetery with Fr. Charles Leke of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic
Church officiating. Interment will follow. There will be no calling hours at the
funeral Home. A native of Corning, N.Y., she was born April 5, 1917 to the late
Liston and Irene (Wheale) Larrison and moved to Florida after retiring as a
Register & Recorder for Bradford County, Pa. She was a member of Our Lady of
Fatima Parish. Agnes is survived by her daughter, Patricia Strauser, Inverness;
her brother, Robert Larrison of Corning, N.Y.; three grandchildren; and five
great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert and a
brother and sister, Elwyn Larrison and Doris Rockwell. Towanda Daily
Review - November 19, 2010
LOOMIS Loretta Loomis Billingsley
96, of Cactus Forest, Arizona, died
of natural causes Monday, October 4, 2010, at her home. Loretta was born
January 15, 1914, near East Troy on the family farm to Arthur Reid and Fannie
(Parke) Loomis, She has six siblings, Florence, Arthur, Ellsworth, Lucien,
Charles and Luther, all of whom preceded her in death. Her husband Charles R.
Billinsgley also preceded her in death. She is survived by her sons John
(Marge) of Florence, AZ and Edward (Dorothy) of Honolulu, HI. Loretta had four
grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild by John
as well as Ed's family of four grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and
four great-grandchildren; Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. In 1951 she
moved with her husband Charles and sons to Coolidge, Arizona. They lived at the
Coolidge-Florence Airport and Valley Farms prior to moving to Cactus Forest. She
retired from the old Pinal General Hospital administration offices where she
made many life-long friends. There was a celebration of life at her home, 9705
N. Diffin Road in Florence, AZ on October 23. Memorial contributions are
suggested to: Hospice Compassus, 1675 Monument Plaza Dr., Casa Grande, Arizona
85122. Canton Independent Sentinel - November 27, 2010
LOZIER John G
John G. Lozier, 93, of 353 Steuben St., Painted Post, New York, entered into
rest Friday, November 26th 2010 at Absolut Care at Three Rivers, Painted Post,
NY. Born in Brookfield Township, Pa. April 17th 1917, he was the son of the late
Roger and Effie Cady Lozier. A graduate of Troupsburg High School, he was a
retired instrument mechanic from Corning Inc. John was an accomplished pianist.
He married Bertina L. Stickler in May 1952. She survives. Also surviving are his
sons and daughters in law, Jesse and Sylvia Lozier of Sabinsville, Pa. and John
Bayard and Donna Lozier of Knoxville, Pa., his daughter and son in law, Robin
and Rob Munn of Sayre, Pa., his step son, Stanley (Sharon) Young of Watkins
Glen, NY, six grandchildren, several great grandchildren and his sister, Eileen
Wynick of Westfield, Pa. John was preceded in death by his sister, Eliza Davis.
It was John’s wishes that there be no visitation, nor funeral. Final disposition
will be made at the convenience of the family. Star-Gazette November
29, 2010
LUTES David Christopher Lutes
OAK GROVE, KY — Spec. David Christopher Lutes U.S. Army of 944 Van Buren
Ave, died November 12, 2010 from injuries sustained in the line of duty while
serving with the 101st airborne Div. in Afghanistan. Born on February 15, 1982
in Bethesda, MD. He married the former Bobbi Jean Childs of Bolivar on March 10,
2009 in Clarksville. Tenn. Mrs. Lutes survives. David was a graduate of Westmar
High School Lanaconing, MD and a graduate of Allegheny Community College
Cumberland, MD. David Enjoyed playing video games, drawing, playing basketball.
He loved playing with his girls & being a husband and father. Surviving in
addition to his wife are two daughters Kya M. Lutes & Kaitlyn E. Lutes at home.
Mother and stepfather Delia (Rich) Ahern Westernport, MD, two brothers, Kenny
Lutes & Jarod Lutes both of Westernport, MD, one sister Kylie (Robert) Stanley
Westernport, MD, mother-in-law Nancy Childs Bolivar, father-in-law Douglas
Childs Corning, NY, brothers-in-law PFC Allan Childs South Carolina, PFC
Kristopher Childs Scofield Barraks, HI, sister-in-law Tamarakye Hoffman-Childs,
Hawaii. Preceded in death by a son Damien Lutes 2006. Friends may call Sunday
1-5pm at St. Marys Church Bolivar. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated
Monday November 22, 2010 at 10am in St. Marys Church. Burial in St. Marys
Cemetery Bolivar. Memorials to the charity of donors choice would be appreciated
by the family. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Schaffner
Funeral Home Inc. Bolivar. Corning Leader - November 20, 2010
MACK Deborah Jeannie Mack Sandroni
58, of Waverly, NY died peacefully in the comfort of her home on Tuesday,
November 16th, 2010, surrounded by her family. Deborah was born on September
19th, 1952, in Barton, NY and grew up on the Mack family farm on Ellis Creek
Road. She was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend.
Deb loved to dance, bake, read, crochet, play games, do crafts, and collect
tiger memorabilia. She loved life and lived for spending time with her family,
especially her children and grandchildren. Her and her husband, Ron, loved to
travel, gamble, and dance. One of her favorite pastimes was to sit by her
brother’s pond and a bonfire with family and friends. Another was to spend time
with her faithful pets, Clyde, Gidgy, Cargo, and Sassy. Deb was a caring and
generous person, always supportive of others. She courageously fought a battle
against breast cancer that lasted eight years. Although her body failed her, her
will to live never wavered. Her perseverance continues to inspire all that knew
her. When asked during the last few days of her life, "How she wanted people to
remember her?" She stated, "As a fighter". Her smile and presence will be
greatly missed by her family and friends. Deborah was a 1971 graduate of Waverly
Jr.-Sr. High School. She was a member of the band, playing the trumpet. She was
employed at Thomas & Betts in Horseheads, NY as a Quality Technician. She was
also a team leader and conducted trainings. She is predeceased by her father,
Alfred Mack Jr. and her brother, Lewis "Lewdie" Mack, who both bravely fought
and lost their own battles with cancer. She is also predeceased by the father of
her children, Robert Bostwick Jr. She is survived by her best friend and
beloved husband of 20 years, Ronald Gordon Sandroni; her mother, Genevra McNaney
Mack of Waverly, NY; her mother-in-law and dear friend, Barbara Pearce of
Waverly, NY; her father-in-law Louis Sandroni (Gail) of Waverly, NY; her
daughter, Susan Bostwick Kreider (David) of Athens, PA; her son, Robert Orwin
Bostwick III (Elizabeth) of Vestal, NY; her stepsons, Nicholas Sandroni (Amanda)
and Angelo Sandroni of Ocoee, FL; her grandson, Dylan Teribury; her
granddaughters, Emileigh Bostwick and Alexandria Schmidt; her sister, Pamela
Mack Kittle (Joseph) of Nichols, NY; her sister-in-law, Paula Hamilton of
Waverly, NY; her twin brother, Stephen Mack of Waverly, NY; her sister, Lori
Mack of Waverly, NY, her brother, Gary Mack (Corky) of Waverly, NY; nieces, Pam
Minotti, Lisa Cridge, Annette Creedon, Kelley Dean, Shannon VanSkiver, Jaime
Coleman, Rachel Raab, and Jennie Mack; nephews, Lewis Mack, Alfred Mack, Justin
Mack, and Benjamin Mack; her special cousin and dear friend, Jolie Wratten,
numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and 20 grandnieces and nephews. In lieu
of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Susan G. Komen for the
Cure, Attn: Donor Services, P.O. Box#650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309
(donorinquiry@komen.org). A time for gathering with family and friend will
be from 1-3 PM, Saturday, November 20, 2010 at Blauvelt Funeral Home, 625 Broad
Street, Waverly, New York. The celebration of Deborah's Life will follow the
visitation with Rev. Anne Bey Canfield honoring her memory at 3 p.m.
Funeral home obituary.
MARSHALL Shari Lynn Felix
Age 55, died
unexpectedly on Thursday, November 18, 2010. The family will receive friends
and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen,
on Tuesday from 6-8pm; a funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 11:00am at
the funeral home; Rev. Beverly Karr-Lyon officiating. She is survived by her
daughter, Christie Coolican; son, Brian Coolican; parents, Lyndon and Jayne
Marshall; brother, Robert (Susan) Marshall; loving companion Shawn Tomari; and
granddaughters, Addison and Molly Coolican. Shari loved to entertain, was an
amazing cook, talented piano player, and loving mother and grandmother. She
helped found the original Arts In The Park festival and very giving of her time
to community projects and events. Star Gazette - November 20, 2010
MEHLENBACHER Gordon W. Mehlenbacher
age 82, of Dundee, NY died Tuesday November 23, 2010 at Soldiers & Sailors
Memorial Hospital, Penn Yan, N.Y. Friends are invited to an open house
celebration of his life at the family home 5 Hannah Lane, Dundee, NY from 2-7
p.m. Tuesday (Nov. 30). In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to
the Dundee Emergency Squad, 12 Union St., Dundee, NY 14837. Gordon was a former
General Manager with Seneca Foods, of Dundee, retiring in 1986. He is survived
by his wife Norma L. Mehlenbacher at home, 3 sons; 2 daughters; one sister; 10
grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; several nieces, and nephews. Arrangements
are entrusted to the BAIRD FUNERAL HOME, 36 Water Street, Dundee, NY.
Star Gazette - November 25, 2010
Dundee, N.Y. — Gordon W. Mehlenbacher, 82, of Dundee, died Tuesday November 23, 2010 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Penn Yan. Friends were invited to an open house celebration of his life at the family home 5 Hannah Lane, Dundee from 2 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Dundee Emergency Squad, 12 Union St., Dundee, NY 14837. Gordon was born June 30, 1928 in the Township of Grove, Allegany County, the son of Leo and Gladys C. Ludwig Mehlenbacher. He graduated from Nunda High School in 1946 and later in life received a Certificate of Program Management Development from Harvard School of Business in 1970. He served in the U.S. Army in Korea, for two tours of active duty from 1946-1951. On Oct. 6, 1951 in Salamanca, he married Norma L. Barney. They lived throughout Western New York, while he was employed by Agway; moving to Dundee from Gorham in 1957. In 1958 he accepted a position with Seneca Foods, of Dundee, where he worked for 28 years, retiring as General Manager in 1986. Mr. Mehlenbacher was a member of the Dundee United Methodist Church, the Dundee American Legion Bradley-Jessop Post #660, was a Past President of the Dundee Rotary Club, and served on the Yates County Legislature.In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting. Later in life he loved to travel and vacation, and spent as much time as he could on a golf course. He is loved and will be dearly missed by his wife of 59 years Norma L. Mehlenbacher at home, three sons, Michael (Sue) of Waxahachie, Texas, Bruce (Lisa) of Jacksonville, Texas, and Greg Mehlenbacher of Sugarland, Texas; two daughters Kathy (John) Miles of Watkins Glen, and Karen (Paul) Brown of Dundee; a sister Betty Hess of Hornell; 10 grandchildren Lacey (Mike) Baird, Mycah, Mathew, Molly, and Emily Mehlenbacher, Joshua (Ashley) and Joel Skorusa, Hannah, Mason, and Haley Brown; four great-grandchildren, Kaleb Skorusa, Macy Mehlenbacher, Kiley, and Presley Baird; several nieces, and nephews, and his home caregiver Craig Nelson. He was predeceased by four brothers. Penn Yan Chronicle Express - November 25, 2010
MORGAN Rose M. (Morgan) Comfort
Age 76, of Johnsonburg, died November 13, 2010. She was born November 1,
1934 in Elmira, a daughter of the late Alva and Helen Morgan. She is survived by
seven children, 14 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; and five sisters,
including Patricia (Ray) Thompson and Margaret (Donald) Schrom, all of Elmira. A
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be Sat. Nov. 20, 2010 at 11 a.m. in St.
Cecelia's Church, Sheldon. Star-Gazette - November 19, 2010
MORGAN Rose M. Comfort, age 76, of Johnsonburg, died Saturday November 13, 2010 at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mike & Judy Comfort in Johnsonburg. She was born November 1, 1934 in Elmira, New York a daughter of the late Alva and Helen Morgan. She was a school bus driver for 37 years, volunteered at Wyoming County Community Hospital in Warsaw; volunteered for Meals on Wheels, enjoyed playing Bingo and supported many other local organizations. Her husband Ronald Comfort died December 25, 1993. She is survived by her loving children: R. Micheal (Judy) Comfort of Johnsonburg; A. Joseph Comfort of Florida; Stephen J. (Cheryl) Comfort of Colorado; Brian (Maria) Comfort of Alder Creek, NY; Jeffrey (Jody) Comfort of Strykersville; Rose Marie (David Aldrich) Comfort of Attica; Jason P. Comfort of Johnsonburg; 14 grandchildren: Mary Beth, Jim, Jill, Christopher, Darren, Lia, Katie, Levi, Jessica, Troy, Jalyn, Jacob, Jena and Gus; eight great-grandchildren; five sisters: Patricia (Ray) Thompson of Elmira; Sister Janice Morgan, SSJ of Rochester; Sister Carol Morgan, SSJ of Clarence; Margaret (Donald) Schrom of Elmira; Jann (William) Grenier of Florida; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and a sister and brother-in-law: Frances and Robert Schrom. There will be no calling hours, at her request her body was donated to the University at Buffalo. There will be a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday November 20, 2010 at 11 am in St. Cecelia’s Church, Sheldon. Her ashes will be interred in Johnsonburg Cemetery at a later date. Memorials may be made to the family to be distributed to the Sisters of Saint Joseph. Funeral home obituary.
MORSE Kaylah A. Morse
Age 22, of Elmira, NY, died
unexpectedly on Monday, November 15, 2010. Kaylah was born on September 12,
1988 in Elmira, NY to Norman and Cynthia (Paulo) Morse. She is survived by her
parents; siblings, Keagan Morse of Paris Island, SC, Kirsten Morse of Elmira and
Kolton Morse of Elmira; paternal grandparents, Alfred Morse and Ardath Wolcott;
uncle, Dwayne (Samantha) Paulo. Kaylah was predeceased by her maternal
grandparents, Sylvester and Judith (Brown) Paulo, maternal great-grandparents,
August and Irene Paulo and uncle, George Morse. Family and friends are invited
to call Friday, November 19th from 3 to 6 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral
Home. A Memorial Service for Kaylah will follow there at 6 p.m. Interment will
take place at the convenience of the family. She will be so dearly missed by all
those that knew her. Star Gazette - November 16, 2010
MORSHEAD Emma L. Knuppenburg
Age 87 and long time resident of Pine Valley died
peacefully with her son and daughter at her side on Thurs. Nov. 18, 2010 at
Elcor Health Center. She was born Feb. 21, 1923 in Philadelphia, PA a daughter
to Howard and Charlotte (Smith) Morshead. Emma was predeceased by her husband,
Harold in 1995 and granddaughter, Kelly in 2007. She was also the youngest of
ten siblings who predeceased her. She is survived by her son and daughter, David
(Rayne) Knuppenburg of Pine Valley, NY Jan Nicholson also of Pine Valley, NY;
Grandchildren, Julie Nicholson, Danny, Laura and Jimmy Knuppenburg; Great
grandchildren, Gavin, James V, and Logan; Emma was a member of Pine Valley
United Methodist Church. She was active with a regular euchre club and bowling
league. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S.
Main St. Horseheads on Tuesday Nov. 23, 2010 from 4-6:00 pm. Her service will
follow calling hours there at 6:00 pm. The Rev. William Wells will officiate. In
lieu of flowers those wishing may remember Emma with memorials to Pine Valley
United Methodist Church 529 Pine Valley Rd. Pine Valley NY 14872 and the
Millport Vol. Fire Department, 2016 Crescent St. Millport, NY 14864. Special
thanks to the staff of Elcor Maple Creek Meadows and Southern Tier Hospice. Our
thoughts and prayers are also with the special friends she made over the years
at Elcor. Star Gazette - November 20, 2010
OZARD Janice O. Frawley
Sayre, Pa. — Janice O. Frawley 86 years of 75 Gorton St., Corning, NY died
Thursday November 25, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital. She was born July 31, 1924
in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late William and Irene McKinnon Ozard. A
lifetime resident of the area and graduate of Elmira Free Academy. Janice and
Francis J. Frawley were married August 10, 1946 in Elmira, NY. He predeceased
her August 12, 2004. She had been employed as a Dental Assistant for Dr. Robert
Wylie. She was a member of All Saints Parish, attending St. Vincent de Paul
Church, a past member of the Parish Council and past president of Catholic
Action. Janice had received the Vital Award from the Diocese of Rochester for
Community Service. She was a member of the Board of Directors of the Corning
Community Food Pantry, a past Girl Scout and Boy Scout leader, and Cinderella
Softball Coach, an active member at the Corning Senior Center and enjoyed her
involvement with the Sugar and Spice Singers. Janice loved her family, her home
and Keuka Lake. Her gentle smile and caring ways will be missed by her family
and friends. Surviving her Sons, Timothy Frawley of Painted Post, NY and William
Frawley of Corning, NY. Daughters, Margaret (Timothy) Roe of Painted Post, NY.,
Mary Beth Lovejoy of East Rochester, NY., Susan (Larry) French of Corning, NY
and Janet (Carlos) Bettencourt of Salinas, CA. Grandchildren, Charles (Megan)
Lovejoy, Patricia Lovejoy, Mathew (Jessica) Roe, Adam Roe, Jennifer Roe, Kelsey
French, Dustin French, Jamie Guglielmo and Paul Guglielmo and Great
Grandchildren, Elizabeth, Hannah, Madelyn, Madison and Jordan. Sister, Mary
(Mike) Scriver of Fishkill, NY. Niece, Janice (Jack) Lohr and Nephews, Thomas
(Diana) Scriver. Also close family friends, Cheryl Jordan and Shelly Crouch.
Family and friends are invited for visitation at St. Vincent de Paul Church,
Corning, NY. Tuesday November 30, 2010 from 10-11am followed by a Mass of
Christian Burial at 11:00am Committal Prayers and Interment will be held at the
family plot in St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Addison, NY at the convenience of the
family. The family would appreciate Memorial Donations be given in Janice’s name
to: The Corning Community Food Pantry, 35 West William St., Corning, NY 14830.
Corning Leader - November 27, 2010
PETERSON Betty L. Martin
88, died November 20, 2010 at The James River Convalescent Center in Newport
News, Virginia. She was born in 1922 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the daughter of
the late Henry Gaufin Peterson and Gertrude Dahl Peterson. Betty spent her youth
in Minneapolis and, after studying Home Economics at the University of
Minnesota, she moved with her parents to Abington, PA, where she worked on ad
campaigns for a leading Philadelphia agency. After the war, Betty moved to
Corning, NY, where she worked in the Home Economics Department of the Corning
Glass Works, and where she met and married Frederick E. Martin in 1951, at the
First Presbyterian Church of Corning. In their 59 years of marriage they lived
in Corning and Horseheads, NY; Clearwater and Tampa, FL; and Newport News, VA.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick, in July 2010, and her older
brother Henry Peterson, Jr., in 1949. Mrs. Martin was employed as a secretary
for many years by the Chemung County Youth Bureau in Elmira, NY. Betty enjoyed
many family activities, including picnics with friends at the lake and
daughters' music programs. She had many friends with whom she shared many
laughs, and was an avid bridge player. Betty and Fred were faithful members of
the Corning and Horseheads Presbyterian Churches. Betty devoted much time to
community service as a Girl Scout Leader, a volunteer librarian, and President
of the Horseheads Women's Club. She loved flowers, plants, crafts, sewing, and
painting and took great pleasure in her art. Eager to learn about her Norwegian
and Swedish heritage, she traveled with daughter, Phyllis, to Norway and Sweden,
and to Minneapolis to locate original documents of family history. Mrs. Martin
is survived by three daughters, Nancy Johnson and her husband, Peter, of
Doylestown, PA, Phyllis Martin of Colorado Springs, CO, and Ellen DeMaria and
her husband, John, of Newport News, VA. She is also survived by five
grandchildren, Eric Johnson of Austin, TX; Emily Johnson of Philadelphia; Laura
DeMaria of Lawton, OK; and Lindsay DeMaria and John DeMaria III, of Newport
News. The family would like to thank staff at Hidenwood Retirement Home,
Riverside Hospice, The Newport and the James River Convalescent Homes for their
loving support. A memorial service will be conducted at 5 p.m., Monday, November
22, 2010 at Weymouth Funeral Home, 12746 Nettles Dr., Newport News, VA 23606 by
the Rev. Kathy Gray. The family will receive friends following the service.
Burial will be at Hope Cemetery in Corning, NY at a later date. Star
Gazette - November 22, 2010
PETTITT, Walter R. “Dick” [SRGP 87839]
81 years old of Waverly,TN, formerly of Troy, PA, died
March 9, 2009 at home with his family at his side. Funeral services were
arranged by the Humphrey Co. Funeral Home, Waverly, TN (931-296-5955). To
accommodate family and friends from the 55 plus years of his residence in the
Troy area, a memorial service will be held March 21, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness, Towanda, PA, located off of Rt. 6 and 220
intersection, turn right at Bradco Supply Co. Survived by his wife of 63 years,
Theresa McBlane Pettitt; and their children, Steven and Sandy Pettitt of Troy,
PA, Susan and Bruce Busia of Millerton, PA, Gloria and Dan Bauer of Baton Rouge,
LA, Mike and Debbie Pettitt of Amarillo, TX, Mary and Gordon Mattocks, of
Waverly, TN, Theresa and Mike Fuller of Baton Rouge, LA, and Anette Morseman of
Troy, PA; 20 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and the many others that
viewed him as a father and grandfather. He will be missed so much by his loving
family and by all of those who knew him
RAPLEE Richard G
Tyrone — Richard G. Raplee, age 74, of Tyrone, died
with the love and support of his family at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center on
Saturday, November 20, 2010. Born in Elmira, NY on February 29, 1936 to the late
Walter E. and Lila Mae (Campbell) Raplee. On April 21,1957 he married Jenny Mae
Freas and shared a committed, devoted union filled with much love and laughter
until her passing in 1996. On May 3, 1997, he married Hazel Oliander and shared
a wonderful companionship of 13 years until her passing in August of 2009. As a
strong, hardworking, dedicated family man, he worked on the family farm for most
of his life and found much joy and happiness in the simple pleasures, and
watching his family grow. Richard is survived by his 8 children; Roxanne
(Ronald) Perry, Pamela (Daniel) Perry, Lisa (Harvey) Bishop, Karla (Lynn)
Nichols, Geanna(Jerry) Biesterbeld, Rita Aplee, Michael (Lisa) Raplee, Brian
(Brenda) Raplee, as well as his many beloved grandchildren and
great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his brothers, Joseph (Nancy) Blake,
LeLand Blake, and Calvin Ball, and his sisters, Joyce (Norman) Knight and
Marjory (Rob) Carpenter, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation for Richard will be held at the he Altay Baptist Church, 4289 Six
Corners Road, Dundee, NY 14837, on Wednesday, November 24, 2010 from 11 AM to 1
PM. Services will commence immediately following with Rev. Gerald Vanaman
celebrating. As opposed to floral offerings, please consider making
contributions in his memory to the Kidney Foundation. Envelopes will be
available during the service.
ROSEKRANS Warren "Rosey" Rosekrans
73, of Lowman, NY, died unexpectedly at home. He is survived by his wife of
52 years, Claire. He is also survived by daughter, Valerie Caward; and two
grandsons, Sam Caward and Max Caward, all of Ithaca, NY; brothers, Bob Rosekrans
and Keith Rosekrans, both of Lowman; also longtime brother-in-law, Larry Musto
of Lowman. Rosey retired from Schweitzer Aircraft in 2000 with over 41 years of
service. He loved fishing and spending time on his pontoon boat. Family and
friends may come to call from 1:00-2:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 27, 2010, at
the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY. The memorial
service to honor Rosey's life will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, November
27th, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be
made in Rosey's memory to the Alzheimer's Association -Endicott Southern Tier
Regional Office, 401 Hayes Avenue, Endicott, NY 13760. Star-Gazette- November
24, 2010
SAVINO Michael A. Savino Jr.
died
Wednesday, November 17, 2010 in Pembroke Pines, FL where he resided for the
last 15 years at the age of 60. Born on March 12, 1950 in Elmira, Michael was
the son of Michael A. Sr. and Delores Hanlon Savino. He enjoyed socializing
playing golf and cards. Surviving are his loving children: daughter, Maressa
(Todd Shumaker) Savino, Erin, NY, son, Shawn (Selena) Savino, OK; grandchildren,
Caleb, Sage and Tiarra; father, Michael Savino Sr.; siblings, Marybeth Savino,
Michelle (Jim) Allen, Renee Savino, Mark (Marybeth) Savino, Jim (Susan) Savino
and Joe (Karen) Savino; special friend, Brigitte Savino; aunts, uncles, cousins,
nieces and nephews. Michael was predeceased by his son, Sandy Savino; and
mother, Delores Hanlon Savino. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's
Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport, on Tuesday, November 30, 2010
between the hours of 3 to 6 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at
6:15 p.m. with family friend, Deacon George Welch officiating.
Star-Gazette - November 27, 2010
SCHUTZ Peter Schutz
91, of Wellsboro, died on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, at his home. Born on
July 28, 1919, in Kathreinfeld, Yugoslavia, he was the son of Frederick and
Maria (Tell) Schutz. He and his wife, Hedwig (Nadler) Schultz, celebrated their
64th wedding anniversary on Oct. 19, 2010. Prior to his retirement, Peter was a
self-employed excavator. He is survived by his wife, Hedwig, of Wellsboro. In
keeping with Peter's wishes, there will be no services. The Jacquelyn A.
Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory and Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St.,
Mansfield, is assisting the family. Wellsboro Gazette - November 19, 2010
SEELEY Floyd Martin Seeley
60, longtime Odessa resident and husband of Bonnie Seeley, died Thursday,
Nov. 18 after a battle with cancer. A private family service was held Saturday,
Nov. 20. Calling hours at the Odessa Baptist Church fellowship hall will be held
from 2-5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3, with a memorial service at 7 that evening in the
Baptist Church sanctuary, Rev. Jeremy Spencer officiating. The Vedder & Scott
Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Odessa File - November 22, 2010
Montour Falls, N.Y. — Floyd Martin Seeley, age 60, slipped the surly bonds of Earth & touched the face of God on Thursday, November 18, 2010, at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility in Montour Falls, following a valiant battle with cancer.. Floyd was born on December 3, 1949, in Corning, NY, to Robert D. & Mary Elinor (Barnes) Seeley. He married Bonnie May (Chabot) Seeley on June 19, 1971, at Southside Baptist Church in Elmira, NY. Floyd is survived by his beloved wife of 39 1/2 years, Bonnie, three sons: Aaron & his wife, Terry (Naylor), Seeley, with their precious sons, Ryland & Alden, of Lebanon, TN; Nathaniel "Peter" Seeley & his life partner, Keven Collins, of Bradford, PA; & Benjamin & his wife, Paula (Sur) Seeley, of Corning. Also surviving are Floyd’s sister, Deborah E. Seeley, of Corning, & several brothers- & sisters-in-law: Bruce, Jr., “Mickey” Chabot, of Lakeland, FL; Brent & Karin (Ward) Chabot, of Russellville, KY; Walter & Becky (Chabot) Iddings, of Groton, NY, & their sons, Bret & Sean; Charles & Betty Lou (Chabot) Smolos, of Painted Post, with son, Corey & Jessi (Warham) Benkelmann, daughter, Jessica (Benkelmann) & Shey Eckberg, & son, Jacob Smolos. Floyd is also survived by father-in-law, Bruce Chabot, Sr., of Toledo OH, & paternal aunt, Mary Lou Seeley (Stanley) Reeves of DeWitt, NY; & cousin, Patricia Reeves (James) Allen of Larchmont, NY. Floyd was predeceased by his mother, Mary Elinor (Barnes/Seeley) Campbell, his father, Robert D. Seeley, & his step-father, Ransford “R.O.”/” Soup” Campbell, & his mother-in-law, Bessie (Reynolds) Chabot. Floyd graduated from Corning East High School in 1967, Corning Community College in 1970, & Elmira College in 1971, with a Bachelor’s Degree in History/Secondary Education. He worked at ACI Supply, a Division of the Albee Truck Corporation for over 35 years. Services will be held on what would have been Floyd’s 61st birthday, Friday, December 3, 2010. Visitation & sharing will take place in the Odessa Baptist Church Fellowship Hall at the corner of Church Street & Maple Avenue in Odessa from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will take place at 7:00 p.m. that evening in the Church Sanctuary. The family is being assisted by Vedder & Scott Funeral Home in Montour Falls, NY. Flowers are gratefully declined, but Memorial Contributions may be made to the Odessa Baptist Church Memorial Fund, the Dutton S. Peterson Memorial Library in Odessa, or the American Cancer Society in Floyd’s name. Envelopes will be available at the visitation & services. Corning Leader - November 24, 2010
SOUTH Brian South,
34, formerly of Waverly, N.Y., died
on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010, surrounded by those who loved him and will dearly
miss him. Brian was born on May 7, 1976. He was the son of the late
Bruce R. South and Glenda Bracken South- Matheny of Mt Hope, W. Va. Brian was
predeceased by his father, Bruce. He is survived by his wife, Catherine
LeeAnn Gray-South and stepsons Brian and Alexander of Mt Hope, W. Va., his
devoted mother, Glenda of Mt. Hope; his loving sister and brother-in-law
Melissa and Walter Baun of Scranton, Pa.; his two sons Brandon and Dylan of Oak
Hill, and his beloved grandmothers, Stella and her husband Ted Czupryna of
Binghamton, and Pauline Bracken of Tampa, Florida. Brian graduated from the
Waverly High School in 1994. Prior to his illness Brian was a hardworking,
devoted father and husband who loved working with electronics and computers.
He will be remembered by all who knew and loved him for his kindness, generosity
and sense of humor. The family would like to say a special thank you to the
Beckley Hospice. Sayre Morning Times - November 19, 2010
SOUTHARD Anthony Ray Southard 48, Knoxville, died
Nov. 22, 2010, at his home. His memorial luncheon is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat.,
Nov. 27, at the Community Youth Center, Westfield. Williamsport
Sun-Gazette - November 24, 2010
STERMER James Owen Stermer-Wandell
age 23, of Hamden/New Haven, CT, died
on November 16, 2010, unexpectedly. Jim was born to mother and best friend, Deb
Brown of Hamden, and late father, Dana Stermer of Elmira, NY on 12/28/86. James
leaves behind the love of his life, Ashley Kristant of East Haven; sister, Amy
Park (Rich) of Horseheads; his older brother, Rich Wandell (Stephanie) who he
looked up to of Hamden; sister, Ryenna Clark of SC; brothers, Brian Bonci of New
York, NY and Blake Stermer of Elmira; stepfathers, Rich Wandell of Lowman, and
Henry Verdejo of Hamden; grandmother, Janet Stermer of Horseheads; aunts, Jackie
Berry, Gina Glosenger of Elmira, NY, Renea Stermer of Erin; uncles, Jim Brown of
Horseheads, NY, who resides in a group home and inspired him to go into the
field of Human Services, Ron Brown (Adrianna) of VA, Ernie (Laura) of
Canandaigua, Eric (Cynthia) Stermer of Horseheads and Brent (Peter) Stermer of
Elmira; nieces, Jamie Wandell (his little sweetheart) of Hamden, Megan and
Payton (his other two little sweethearts) of Horseheads; and many cousins,
Michael, Alisha, Gina Cheree, Lisa, Chris, his second cousins Cris and Mary's
Berry Bunch- Jared, Aaron, Casey, Casandra, Tyler, Becca, Jessie, Jennie, Luke,
Jamie and Christopher; as well as many friends who will miss him and beloved 13
year old English Springer Spaniel, Jake and cat, Nellie. (He was grateful to
Vicki Iocca for caring for them at times). He worked for Sarah Seneca
Residential Services as support staff for the developmentally disabled. He was a
fan of the Dallas Cowboys and NY Mets and loved video games, music, movies,
fishing and had aspirations of joining the military in the near future. He was
part of many charitable events including the Walk for Hunger and Special
Olympics. Everywhere he went he made a friend and he will be missed deeply by
everyone whose lives he touched. He was proud of his Welsh Heritage from his
Grandmother, Margaret Williams (DeeDee) and his Grandfather, Jack Brown (Papa)
who he will now be joining in heaven. A Mass was held at St. Michael's Church in
New Haven. Locally, family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral
Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Sat. Nov. 27, 2010 from 11:00 am-1:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the James Stermer Wandell Fund
at P.O. Box 234 North Branford, CT 06471. Star Gazette - November 25, 2010
STEWART David Stewart
Age 52 of Elmira, NY. He was born May 13, 1958 in Elmira, son of the late
Leo and Betty (Warner) Stewart, Sr. and died
Saturday, November 13, 2010 unexpectedly. He is survived by his daughters
Stacey Sosnoski-Brown and her mother Dawn Sosnoski; Contessa and Tiffany Stewart
and their mother Janice Norwood all of Elmira; 5 grandchildren; siblings JoAnn
(Ron) Bissell of Corning, James Stewart of Elmira, Leo "Rusty" (Debbie) Stewart
of Elmira, Susan (Jeremy) Stewart and William (Gert) Stewart both of Elmira
Heights along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends are
invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave.,
Elmira on Friday, November 19th from 3 to 4 pm.
TAHIRAK Richard W. "Rick" Tahirak
A long time resident of the Caton community died
at home Tuesday evening, November 16th, under the loving care of his wife and
children at the age of 64.Born on April 30, 1946 in Perth Amboy, New Jersey,
Rick was the son of the late Michael and Mary Meszaros Tahirak.He attended
Rutgers University, graduated from RCA Institutes in New York City and received
a degree from Elmira College. In serving his country Rick was enlisted in the
United States Naval Reserve for seven years as an Aviation Electronics
Technician, First Class. He married Joanne M. Moses on June 28, 1969 at St.
Patrick's Church in Corning.In 2002 Rick retired from Corning Inc. after 36
years of employment as a project manager.Rick took great pride in his home, his
farm and his surroundings. His many interests included scuba diving, golf,
snowmobiling, skeet shooting, hunting and an occasional trip to the casino. He
is survived by his wife Joanne; his son Jason M. Tahirak of Caton; his daughter
and son-in-law, Lisa and Alden Leeman Jr. of Orr's Island, Maine; his brother
Michael F. and Barbara Tahirak of Etowah, NC; and several nieces and nephews. In
honor of his wishes there will be no services. Star-Gazette - November 21, 2010
THOMAS Austin W. Thomas
Age 73, of Breesport, NY died
on November 16, 2010 at home surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by
his wife of 51 years, Mary Ellen Thomas; sons, Edward Thomas of Washington, and
Marty (Stephanie) Thomas of Pennsylvania; daughters, Lynn (Jeff) Jaakola of
North Dakota, and Nancy (Greg) Schenter of Washington; grandchildren, Samuel L
Beavers (Chassidy Boman) Ellen Beavers, Sarah Schenter, Melissa Schenter;
great-granddaughter, Gabrielle Beavers, also many loving friends. Austin was a
Fire Warden in the State Of New York, and a volunteer fireman with the Breesport
Volunteer Fire Department. He was an avid model train collector and enthusiast,
and retired from the Chemung County Department of Parks and Recreation with over
25 years of service. The family will receive friends on Tuesday November 23,
2010 from 4:00 t0 7:00 PM at their home, 309 Church St., Breesport, NY. In lieu
of flowers those wishing may make memorials to The Breesport Volunteer Fire
Department, Jackson Creek Road Extension, Breesport, NY 14816. Arrangements
entrusted to Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. Star Gazette - November 22, 2010
THOMAS Beverly J. Vandevort
77, Barton, N.Y., died Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital,
Sayre, Pa. She was born in June 28, 1933, in the Town of Tioga, N.Y., the
daughter of William E. and Alice (Caulkins) Thomas. Beverly is survived by a
daughter and son-in-law, Rhea and Paul Montague, Barton, N.Y.; four sisters,
Grace Nau, Waverly, N.Y., Ruth Harrison, Endicott, N.Y., Marian Clute, Richford,
N.Y., Patricia French, Barton, N.Y.; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by
her husband, William Charles Vandevort Jr.; five brothers; and two sisters. A
memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Waverly
First Church of the Nazarene, 310 Chemung St., Waverly, N.Y., with Pastor Paul
Montague officiating. Interment will be in the Tioga Cemetery, Owego, N.Y.
Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society or the Guthrie Clinic
Foundation for Cancer Research in Beverly’s name. Sayre Morning Times - November
21, 2010
TIMM Elliott Tracey Timm Jr.
66, of Athens Twp., Pa., went to be with his Lord on Monday, Nov. 22, 2010
at Towanda Memorial Hospital after an extended illness with his loving family by
his side. He was born Nov. 14, 1944, in Sayre, Pa., the son of the late Elliott
T. and Doris Isabell Pond Timm Sr. Elliott married the former Myrtle Roy
on Nov. 11, 1961, having just celebrated their 49th anniversary. He was employed
with Ingersoll Rand Foundry, Athens and Waverly plants, Athens Ingersoll plant,
Douglas Bros. Paving, Twin Tier Casting Waverly, and Iroquois Foundry Waverly.
Elliott loved camping at his private campground by the creek with all his
family, riding four-wheelers with his wife, playing with his grandbabies and
great-grandbabies and always feeding them chocolate. He was an avid fisherman
and hunter, and enjoyed spending time watching westerns on TV with his
four-legged buddies. He is predeceased by his great-granddaughter and
little angel "KylieAnne." Elliott is survived by: his loving wife of 49 years
Myrtle, at home; his children, Elliott "Trace" Timm III of Waverly, N.Y., Diana
and Tom MacBride of Milan, Pa., Amy Browne and special friend Jay Arden of
Athens, Pa., Kim Goble and special friend Chris Wolfe of Burlington, Pa., Lori
Lattimer and Nelson "Willy" Brown of Waverly, N.Y., Carmon and Bob Birks of
Athens Twp., Pa., and Scott and Dedra Burgess of Sayre, Pa.; 22 grandchildren
and their many significant others; 18 great-grandchildren and two more soon to
arrive; brother William and Mary Timm of Athens Twp., Pa.; sisters Beverly and
Neil Coy of Athens, Pa., and Barb Bailey of Michigan; sisters-in-law Grace and
Gary Talada of Sayre, Pa., and Liz Hill of Waverly, N.Y.; brother-in-law Ted and
Maxine Roy of Wellsboro, Pa.; several nieces, nephews and cousins; a few very
special "adopted family members" and his special buddies "yeller and blackie,"
his cats. A celebration of Elliott's life will be held at the Athens Township
Volunteer Fire Company from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010. A
remembrance service will take place at 4 p.m. with Chaplain Linda Rogers from
the Athens Township Volunteer Fire Company officiating. Arrangements are under
the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home Inc., Athens, Pa. Burial will be at the
convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made in Elliott's name to:
Lowery Monument Service, 225 S. Main St., P.O. Box 191, Athens, Pa., to help
offset the cost of a memorial bench in memory of Elliott. Daily Review -
November 24, 2010
TOFTS Calvin A. Tofts
Calvin A. Tofts, 86, of Troy, PA, died
on Friday, November 19, 2010, at the Troy Community Hospital. He was the loving
husband of Sandra (LaForme) Tofts. The couple married September 15, 1980 and had
30 happy years together. "PA", as known by his family, loved and enjoyed family
gatherings and was proud of all his grandchildren's activities and
accomplishments. Calvin was born on October 30, 1924 in Jersey City, NJ, son of
the late Edgar and Minnie (Lau) Tofts. He was a U.S. Army veteran. After moving
to Troy in 1950 and farming for 30 years, he then established his own excavating
business. Calvin was a member of the Leona United Methodist Church and was a
member of the American Legion Post #49 in Troy. He enjoyed hunting, deep-sea
fishing, and watching Jeff Gordon in NASCAR races. Calvin is survived by his
wife, Sandra; his children: Curt (Candice) Tofts, Deb (David) LeVan, Randy
(Kathleen) Tofts, Judy (Ken) Bloom, Jackie Wisniewski, Julie (Brian) Griner, and
Chris (Jenny) Page; his grandchildren, Robert Tofts, Kristine Tofts, Michelle
Harkness, Ryan Estep, Jason LeVan, Jordan Loftus, Josh Loftus, Ashley Bloom,
Zachary Wisniewski, Paige Wisniewski, Bethani Griner, Mikayla Griner, Devin
Page, and Macey Page; along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in
death by his parents, his brother and sister-in-law, Edgar and Florence Tofts.
The family will be having a private memorial service. Family and friends are
invited to gather from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Friday, November 26, 2010, at
the First Baptist Church of Troy, 160 Canton Street, Troy, PA for a time of
food, fellowship, and a time to share memories of Cal. The Gerald W. Vickery,
Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., 110 West Main Street, Troy, PA, has been entrusted with
the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Calvin's
memory to the Leona United Methodist Church Building Fund C/O Denise Fusner, 900
Porter Road, Troy, PA 16947. Star-Gazette - November 22, 2010
TRACY Matthew P. Tracy
53, died
on Nov. 14, 2010 after his second battle with cancer. A funeral service was
held at Twin Oaks Baptist Church, 1301 S. Main St., Keller, Texas. Matt was born
in Waverly, N.Y., and graduated in 1975. He was an American Airlines employee
for many years, and enjoyed fishing, the holidays and spending time with his
family. He is survived by his devoted wife of 20 years, Alicia; five children,
Justin, Michael, Jonathan, Isabell and Melinda; eight grandchildren; his parents
Don and Jan Tracy, and mother Helen Tracy; his sisters, Donna (Ron), Lori
(Kenny), and Amy (Bruce); and brothers, Mark and Thomas (Alice). Memorial
contributions may be directed to Guthrie Healthcare System/Guthrie Cancer Fund,
One Guthrie Square, Sayre, PA 18840 in Matt Tracy’s memory. Sayre Morning Times
- November 21, 2010
WATERS Susie Waters Day Curry
born 9-12-1911, died 11-20-2010. She was pre-deceased by her husband Peter
Curry (1982), son Richard Madorsky (1998) and three grandchildren. She is
survived by her son Donald Day of Buffalo, son Bernard (Bertha) Day of Tarpon
Springs, FL, daughter Delores Santeno, as well as several grandchildren,
great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. In honor of her wishes, no
services will be held. Donations may be sent to Hospice. Star Gazette - November
27, 2010
WENZEL Dale Edward Wenzel
On November 26 "In the year of our LORD 2010" Dale went to be with his
Savior. Born to George and Florence Wenzel in 1947, he was known as a financial
planner, better known as a passionate hunter and golfer, but more than that, he
loved and was loved by so many. He was a husband to Mary Lynn for 42 years;
father to Becki (John) Bennett, Eric (Michele), Brett, and Pete (Tina); brother
to Susan "Dawny" Wenzel-Bertelsen, Dean "Deano" and Dann "Socko" Wenzel, Sue
(Don) Whipple, Betsy (Tom) Gorman, Scott Johnson and Gail Whittaker; and Papa to
his most precious grandbabies Tori, Chloe, Ellie and Derek Bennett, Ryan, Jack
and Ivy Wenzel. He was survived by many loving cousins, nieces and nephews, and
was a second dad to many. His heart and his door were always open to his
friends. His dimpled laughter and his endless supply of trivia will be missed.
He will always be remembered by his great faith in God and his love for family
and friends. Calling hours will be held at North Baptist Church, 127 Sly Avenue
in Corning on Friday from 4 until 7 PM where Funeral services will be held on
Saturday at 11:00 AM. Donations may be made to Southern Tier Hospice or
Blessings Trust through North Baptist Church. Star-Gazette November 28,
2010
WILLIAMS Martha E. Westbrook
81, of Athens, Pa., died
on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010 at Sayre House Inc. following an extended illness.
She was born on Sept. 26, 1929 in Sayre, Pa., a daughter of the late Benjamin
and Mabel Rogers Williams. Martha graduated from Sayre High School in 1948. She
was employed with the Acme Markets, Sayre Lingerie, and retiring from Bradford
County Day Care. Martha enjoyed doing crafts, reading and listening to Daniel
O'Donnell music. She was a longtime member of the Christian and Missionary
Alliance Church. She is predeceased by her husband, Jesse, in April 1998;
daughter Barb Kustaborder, in March 2010; sisters Ruth Merrill, in March 2010,
Barbara Kay, and Pearl Williams, and brother Paul Williams. Martha is
survived by her daughter, Linda (Ralph) Blowers of Athens, Pa.; and sons Benny
(Kim) Westbrook of Athens, Pa., and Willie (Sherry) Westbrook of York, Pa., 10
grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, son-in-law Jack Kustaborder, brothers
Donald (Shirley) Williams of Bend, Ore., and Harold (Melva) Williams of Lowman,
N.Y., and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Family and friends may call
from 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010 at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home
Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, Pa. Funeral services will follow at 4 p.m.
at the funeral home with the Rev. Larry Day of the Christian and Missionary
Alliance Church officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
Donations may be made in memory of Martha to the: American Diabetes Association
, Wilkes-Barre Pa. Office, 65 E. Elizabeth Ave., Suite 502, Bethlehem, PA 18018.
Daily Review - November 20, 2010
WILSON Eleanor Rita Benza
95 years old, formerly of 182 North Place died Friday, November 19, 2010 at
Founders Pavilion. She was born October 27, 1915 in Elmira, NY the daughter of
the late James R. and Ella Holleran Wilson. She was a graduate of Southside High
School. Eleanor was married to Harry G. Benza, he predeceased her in 1979. She
was also predeceased by a brother, James R. Wilson, and a grandson, Mark M.
Cosgrove. Eleanor was previously employed for Rockwell's Dept. Store, in the
accounting department, the Corning/Painted Post School District food service
department and retired at the age of 85 years from Rossettie's Pharmacy. She was
a member of All Saint's Parish, attending St. Vincent de Paul Church. Eleanor
opened up her home to many student teachers from Cortland State Teacher's
College. She was an avid sports person who loved the games of football,
baseball, lacrosse and golf. She is survived by a son, William (Eileen) Benza;
and four daughters, Kathleen (Evar) Overstrom, Mary Ellen (Thomas) Cosgrove,
Patricia Kirby and Christine Benza, all of Corning, NY. Also surviving are
thirteen grandchildren, twenty-two great-grandchildren and several nieces and
nephews. She will truly be missed by her loving family and many community
friends. Family and friends may call at the Haughey Funeral Home 216 E. First
St., Corning, NY, Sunday November 21, 2010 from 4-6 p.m. A prayer service will
be offered at the funeral home Monday, November 22, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. followed
by a mass of Christian burial at St. Vincent de Paul Church at 10:00 a.m.
Committal prayers and interment will be held at the family plot in St. Mary's
Cemetery, Corning, NY. The family would appreciate memorial donations be given
in Eleanor's name to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY
14830 or Founders Pavilion, 205 E. First St., Corning, NY 14830.
Star-Gazette - November 21, 2010
YONKIN Miss Kathleen (Kay) A. Yonkin
age 87, of Dushore, Pa., died
on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010 at the Highlands Care Center, Laporte, Pa. Kay was
born April 24, 1923, in Dushore, Pa., a daughter of the late Arthur W. and Mary
Blanche McDonald Yonkin. She graduated from St. Basil's High School, a member of
the class of 1941. She began working at GTE Sylvania in Montoursville, Pa., and
enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard (SPARS) and served until 1946. She worked at
the Dushore telephone office until it closed and then went to work for the
former Meehan Oil Company in Dushore, Pa. She later worked for the Picklner Oil
Company of Williamsport, Pa., from which she retired. She resided in
Williamsport until declining health required her to move to the former Williams
Personal Care Home in Hillsgrove and after it closed to the Wyalusing Personal
Care Home. Kay was a member of St. Basil's Church, Dushore, Pa., and a
life member of Loyalsock Post No. 996 American Legion, Dushore, Pa.
Surviving are: brother, Arthur A. (Bernice) Yonkin, Dushore, Pa.; sister-in-law,
Marjorie Yonkin Dushore, Pa.; numerous nieces and nephews. She was redeceased by
siblings, Ann (Ivan) Tourscher, Agnes (Patrick) Hanley, Mary E. (John) McMahon,
John (Josephine McMahon) Yonkin and Clare (John) Quigg. A Transferal
Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 27, from the P. Dean Homer
Funeral Home, 206 Water St., Dushore, Pa., and will be followed by as Mass of
Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Basil's Church, Dushore, Pa., with the Rev.
Joseph R. Hornick, her pastor, presiding. Interment will be in the adjoining
parish cemetery. Friends may call from 9 a.m. until the time of the
service on Saturday morning at the P. Dean Homer Funeral Home. Graveside
military services will be accorded by members of Loyalsock Post No. 996 American
Legion, Dushore, Pa. Members are asked to assemble at St. Basil's Cemetery at
noon. Towanda Daily Review - November 22, 2010
? Margaret DiBartolomeo
Age 85 of Elmira, NY died
Tuesday, November 23, 2010 at St. Joseph's Hospital. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Joan and Philip Gerolstein of Morehead City, NC; son and daughter-in-law Nicholas and Rene DiBartolomeo, Jr. of Elmira; 5 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Margaret through donations to the Elmira Community Kitchen, 215 E. Church St., Elmira, NY 14901. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family. Star-Gazette- November 24, 2010
? Margaret DiBartolomeo, 85, formerly of Middlesex, NJ died
Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Elmira, NY. She was
predeceased by her husband, Nick DiBartolomeo, Sr. in 1992 and is survived by
her daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Philip Gerolstein of Morehead City, NC;
son and daughter-in-law, Nicholas and Rene DiBartolomeo, Jr. of Elmira; 5
grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren. Margaret retired from Tenneco Chemicals
and later the Bernardsville School District. Private services will be held at
the convenience of the family with burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Piscataway,
NJ. Courier News - November 24, 2010