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CADY Herbert J. Sr.

Age 77, of Elmira, NY, died on Monday, July 23, 2012, at home. He was born on August 13, 1934 in Elmira, NY to the late Francis and Mahala (McMillian) Cady. Herbert was predeceased by his wife, Grace Cady, in 2003. He is survived by his son, Herbert (Cheryl) Cady Jr. of Corning; daughters, Cindy Loveless of Elmira, Roxanne (Mark) Lepkoske of Pine City and Donna (Jamie) Girardi of Elmira; brothers, Elmer (Nancy) Cady and Rodney Cady both of MD; sister, Pat Hartman of Elmira; 9 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, July 25th, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow there at 6 p.m. with Pastor Roger Curtis officiating. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  Star Gazette – July 24, 2012

 

KYLE DANIEL CADY, age 24, of Elmira, NY, passed away at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center on May 21, 2020. He was surrounded by his loving family. Kyle was born in Elmira, NY, on May 26, 1995, the son of Larry "Bud" Cady II and Elizabeth (Aylesworth) Cady. Kyle was predeceased by his brother, Alexzander W. Aylesworth and maternal grandparents Dale and Joan Aylesworth. Kyle attended Southside High School. He lived life to the fullest and enjoyed spending time with his friends. He was a very caring, loving, and giving person who wore his heart on his sleeve, and that continued in death through the gift of organ donation. As a result of this gift, his heart continues to beat and his spirit lives on. This was Kyle's final act of his love for others. Kyle is survived by his parents: Larry E .Cady II (Chrissy) and Elizabeth "Buffy" Cady, and brother, Jason Dominikoski. He is also survived by his paternal grandparents: Larry Cady and Janet (Cady) Cleveland. Other survivors include many aunts, uncles, cousins, and best friend, Michael Townson. Kyle will be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Memorial Park on Thursday, May 28. Due to Covid-19, a private service will be held. Arrangements have been entrusted to the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. -Elmira Star-Gazette 5/24/2020

 

CAMPBELL –MRS. CARRIE FAIRBANKS, 60 of 750 ½ E. Fifth St., Tuesday, July 9, 1963.  She was an employee of Remington Rand.  Survived by husband, Theodore Fairbanks of New Jersey; sons, Marshall of Ford, N.J., Richard of Syracuse, Robert, Theodore and Edward all of Elmira; daughters, Mrs. Pauline Lovell of Millport, Mrs. Janice McNeil of Elmira; brothers, Emerson Campbell of Cortland, Winfield of Elmira, Glenn of Canton; sisters, Mrs. Elsie Green of Canton, Mrs. Alice Wood of Alba, Pa., Mrs. Stella Ayers of Granville Summit, Pa., Mrs. Della Green of Windfall, Pa., Mrs. Corena McCarthy of Elmira; 24 grandchildren.  Body at McInerny Funeral Home.  Calling hours today 7 to p.m., Thursday to 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral there Friday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Cortland Bryant.  Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  –Elmira Star Gazette

CLARENCE CAMPBELL
Clarence M. Campbell, 71, of Elmira, NY died Thursday, May 21, 1998 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Clarence was a veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict and belonged to the VFW. He is survived by seven children; sisters, Marie Comfort of Penn Yan, NY; Charlotte Barnes of Troy, PA, Georgia Cornell of Elmira, NY and Blanche Elias of Pine City, N. Clarence was predeceased by two children; sisters, Doris Kettell and Betty Jane Updike; and a brother, Clifford Campbell. Funeral services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira on May 25 with the Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating and interment to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Those wishing may make memorials in Clarence's name to the American Cancer Society, 627 W. Church St., Elmira, NY 14905. (TGR, May 28, 1998)

CAMPBELL Everett I. Age 77, of Erin, NY, died peacefully Monday, May 1, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born October 5, 1928 in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Millard and Charlotte Gorsline Campbell. Everett was the owner of Campbell Salvage in Van Etten, NY, for 30 years. Surviving Everett is his loving and devoted wife of 55 years, Doris M. Travis Campbell of Erin, NY; son, Millard (Wes) and JoAnne Campbell of Horseheads, NY; daughters, Donna Vergason of Erin, NY, and Susan Williams of Erving, TX; grandchildren, Weston, Katrina, Dylan, and Autumn; brother, Millard and Vicky Campbell of Colchester, CT; and his faithful companion, Bear. The family will receive relatives and friends at Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY, 607-739-2035 on Wednesday, May 3, 2006, from the hours of 3 and 5 p.m. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family at Forest Hill Memorial Park, Elmira, NY.

CAMPBELL – Weldon E. Campbell, age 29, of 569 Johnson Hollow Rd., Beaver Dams RD2, died Saturday, August 3, 1968. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral there Tuesday 2 PM. Rev. David Crandall. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Survived by wife, Mrs. Linda (Bush) Campbell; daughter, Amy Lynne at home; sons, Mark Weldon, Lon Eric and Paul Jonathan, all at home; parents, Mr. & Mrs. Eugene J. Campbell of Erin RD1; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Alice E. Durham of Elmira Heights; sisters, Miss Donna L. Campbell of Erin RD1, Mrs. Alice M. Stoll of Elmira Heights; brothers, Edgar of Beaver Dams RD2, Dean A. of Horseheads; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Mr. Campbell was an ironworker affiliated with the ironworkers local No. 436.

CANFIELD - Raymond F. Canfield, age 64, of 1098 Horseheads, Big Flats Rd., RD 1, Elmira and of Ridge Manor, Fla., Wednesday, Aug. 29, 1984 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Elmira. Friends may call at the Hills Funeral Home, Big Flats, Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. There will be a Masonic Memorial Service at 8 p.m. Friday. Funeral services will be held Saturday, at 2 p.m. at the Big Flats United Methodist Church. The Rev. Paul D. Mills will officiate. Burial Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. He is survived by his wife, Doris; his mother Marry Hill of Painted Post; 3 daughters and son-in-law, Lynda Canfield of Tucson, Ariz. Mrs. William (Vicky) Olson of Forest Hills NY and Jeri Canfield of San Diego, Calif.; sister and brother-in-law Mrs. Eldon (Ardis) DePue of Elmira; brothers and sisters-in-law, Earl Canfield of Millport, Denzel Canfield of Horseheads, Cecil and Marion Canfield of Corning, Leland and Madelyn Canfield of Ridge Manor, Fla., and Clair and Virginia Canfield of Horseheads; one half-sister Mrs. Emma Wilson of Corning; one half-brother Albert Canfield of Key West, Fla; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was born March 20, 1920 in Catlin, the son of George Canfield and Mary Benjamin Hill (and Harry Hill). He married the former Doris Kilbourne. He retired from Corning Glass Works in 1980, after 40 years of service. He was a member of the Big Flats United Methodist Church, and the Big Flats Lodge F&AM 378.
 

CARBONE Kevin James

Age 55 of Elmira, NY. He was born May 28, 1956 in Streeter, IL, son of the late John and Irene (Morrissory) Carbone and died Monday, December 05, 2011 at St. Joseph's Hospital. In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by his brother John. Kevin is survived by his wife of 27 years, Rita (Nimtz); children Kristina Harmer, Kevin Carbone and Keri Carbone; grandchildren Alexander, Liam and Zoe Harmer; sisters Margie (Steven) Shaw and Kimberley (Gabe) McAllister; brother Patrick Carbone; nieces and nephews Mark, Holly, Michael and Allison; stepmother Joan Carbone; mother-in-law Josephine Nimtz along with other extended family. Kevin spent the last 15 years as an over the road truck driver, until a year ago when he was diagnosed with cancer. The only thing he loved more than driving was spending time with his family. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Thursday, December 8th from 4 to 7 pm and again on Friday, December 9th from 10 to 11 am. His funeral service will be held at 11 am. Rev. Bryan Kain will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Kevin through donations to St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit or the Food Bank of the Southern Tier. Kevin's family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at St. Joseph's Hospital; especially Dr. Welt, Debbie Danko and Dr. Foster.  Star Gazette – December 6, 2011

 

HELEN THERESA HALL CARELLO nee: Dec age 98 of Owego, NY, formerly of Elmira, NY, died Thursday, November 19, 2015 after a brief illness. Born July 15, 1917, in Utica, NY to the late John and Eva Karwacz Dec. Predeceased by her first husband, Burton G. Hall; her second husband, Larry Carello; daughters, Suzanne Marie Dence and Linda Kay Crowell; her son, George Lee Hall; her sisters, Stella Roback, Wanda Cepziel, Gladys Jones and Sue Pierson; her brothers, Leo and Adolph Dec. She is survived by her daughters, Virginia (Jerry) Aman, Spanish Fort, AL, Joyce (Robert) Aman, Candor, NY, Rebecca (Michael) Rybak, Jr., Aurora, OH; daughter-in-law, Elsa Hall, Dover, NJ; and son-in-law, Douglas Crowell, Beverly, MA.; 13 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. In her later years, Helen was a communicant of Christ the Redeemer Parish in Elmira. The Family will receive relatives and friends at her Mass of Christian Burial in St. Casimir's Church in Elmira, Monday, November 30 at 10:00 a.m. Burial to follow in Forrest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Helen's name to the Riverview Manor Activities Department, 510 E. 5th St. Owego, NY. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Kalec Funeral Home. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/27/2015

CARL Delos J.

Age 62, of Wellsburg, NY, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 27, 2013. He was born on March 3, 1951 in Elmira, NY to Delos and Frances (Cooper) Carl. Delos was predeceased by his father, Delos Carl and brother, Gerald Carl. He is survived by his mother, Frances Carl of Wellsburg; daughter, Kayla Carl of Elmira; sons, Delos Carl Jr. and Jesse Carl, both of Elmira; sisters, Connie Newell and Diane Carl, both of Elmira; and two grandchildren. Delos was employed by SKJ Facilities Management in Big Flats. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, September 3rd, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place there at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.    Star Gazette – September 1, 2013

   

CARL Robert W.
Age 66 of Elmira, NY peacefully died and Savior on Thursday, November 13, 2008. Robert was born on May 31, 1942 in Farmington, PA, son of the late Paul and Irene (Brimmer) Carl. Survivors include his loving wife, Norma; sons, Robert (Terri) Buchanan and Robert Carl II; step-children, Hillary (1st Lt F. Justin) Evert, Janine Geiger, Shelly Grant, Dale Johnson and Roger (Missy) Johnson; sisters, Ruth (John) Barnes, Laura Cornwell and Margaret (Raymond) Kastenhuber; brothers, Howard (Jackie) Carl and Larry (Phyllis) Carl; grandchildren, Bobby, Teja, Chasiti, Jacqueline, Whitney, Kaleigh, Brianna, RJ, Joe, and Josh; several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Robert was predeceased by his sister, June Taylor; brothers, Gordon, Keith, Stanley and Ronald Carl. Robert retired as a self-employed contractor. He was dearly loved by his family and friends and will be deeply missed. Family and friends are invited to call Sunday, November 16, 2008, at Hope Community Church at 356 W. Thurston St., Elmira, NY from 2 to 4 p.m. Funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. with Pastor Duane Baker officiating. Committal prayers and interment will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park on Monday, November 17, 2008, at 10 a.m. In memory of Robert, contributions may be made to Hope Community Church or Southern Tier Hospice at 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. Arrangements have been entrusted with the James D. Barrett Funeral Home.

CARLSON M Julia Knox
February 24, 1990  Star-Gazette
Age 87 of 595 Westinghouse Road, Horseheads, Thursday February 22, 1990.  Friends may call at Ballard and Lindgren Funeral Home, Sunday 2 to 4 and 7-9pm.  Prayer service there Monday 10:30 am followed by Funeral Serive in Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Horseheads, NY at 11am.  Rev. David Almbeaf officiating.  Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  Memorials may be made to Our Savior's Lutheran Church.  She is survived by daughters and sons-in-law Charlotte and Donald McCracken, with whom she resided, Jean and Jerome Kerwan and Marion and Joseph Agan of Elmira; sons and daughters-in-law Richard and Shirley Knox, Dayton (Pete) and Dianne Knox, Morris and Betty Knox all of Horseheads; sister Clara Shield of Corning, 16 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren.  She was predeceased by husband Dayton B. Knox in 1981 and grandson, Joseph L. Kerwan in 1988

CARLYLE  Harry F. Age 78, of Lowman, NY. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, who went home to be with the Lord on December  10, 2003. He left behind a devoted wife of 56 years, Anna J. Carlyle; a son, Joseph (Cathy) Carlyle of Waverly; a daughter, Melanie Haxton of Waverly; two sisters, Elloween (Carl) Pierce of Halsey Valley, and Alice Frisbie of Mecklenberg; two brothers, William "Bill" (Gwen) Carlyle of Bolivar, NY, and Keith  (Doreen) Carlyle of Halsey Valley; four grandchildren, Larry and Tim Haxton, Heather (David) Wilkerson, and Cassie (Jeff) Worden; three great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Helen (Avery) Carlyle; a sister, Helen Carlyle; and a grandson, Boyd  Carlyle. Harry was a 1943 graduate of the Waverly High School, a veteran of World War II, serving in the Army and in 1949 he graduated from Honalogical Institute of Pittsburgh, PA. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, bowler, golfer and  raced cars for many years at a number of dirt tracks in NY, including the old  Chemung Speedrom. He drove Truck for many years for various companies, and was presently employed by State Line Auto Auction in Waverly. He was a member of the Waverly Moose Lodge, Waverly VFW and the Elmira American  Legion. Family and friends are invited to call at Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279  Main Street, Wellsburg, NY, on Friday, December 12, 2003 from 6:30 to 8:30  p.m. The funeral and committal service will immediately follow at 8:30 p.m. at the  funeral home. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY, at the  convenience of the family.

CARMAN –LINDA (CARMAN) CRANE age 67 of Elmira, NY. She was born January 3, 1948 in Elmira, NY, daughter of the late Jess E. and Cora G. Carman and passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at home surrounded by her family. She was predeceased by her husband, Keith M Crane Sr. Linda is survived by her daughters: Jennifer (Walter) Granger of Elmira, Lisa (Michael) Russell, Tina Crane, sons: Rex Crane and Keith Crane II all of Elmira, along with several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Linda was a homemaker who enjoyed socializing and visiting Light's Bakery. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake Street at Washington Ave., Monday, February, 23rd from 2 to 4 PM. Linda will be laid to rest along with Keith in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. –Elmira Star-Gazette 2/22/2015

CLIFFORD G. CARPENTER JR., 68, of RR 3, Box 3256 Laceyville, Pa., (Silvara) died at his home in Silvara on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2003, after an illness.  He was formally from the Elmira, N.Y. area.  He was born in Elmira Heights, N.Y., on Nov. 17, 1934, the son of the late Clifford and Eva Harvey Carpenter Sr.  Mr. Carpenter attended school through Volunteers of America and became a minister, serving his Lord for two years.  He later became a truck driver, driving for Benscoter Trucking in Laceyville.  He was also employed by A.B. Cole Trucking in Meshoppen, Pa., and also many trucking companies in the Elmira, N.Y. area.  He was a member of the Silvara United Methodist Church.  He was an avid bowler, bowling in various leagues at Shadowbrook, Tunkhannock, Pa., and in the Elmira, N.Y. area.  Surviving is his wife of 39 years, Helen M. (Marbaker) Carpenter.  Three daughters and spouses, Cindy (Duane) Chapman of Laceyville, Kathy (Richard) Miller of Wyalusing, Pa., and Christina (Bob) Engelman of Schuykill Haven, Pa.  Two sons and spouses, Clifford (Wanda) Carpenter III of Oregon; and William Carpenter of Pottsville, Pa.: a step-daughter and husband Mary Ann (Sonny) Oldroyd of Winder, Ga., and a step-son and wife, Floyd (Laurie Ann) Millard of Cohoes, N.Y.  Three sisters and spouses, Myrtle Kliner of Elkland, Pa., Lillian (Allan) Comfort of Pine City, N.Y. and Erma (Neal) Corey of Elmira, N.Y. and three brothers and spouses; Lester Harvey of Wellsboro, Pa., William (Vivian) Carpenter of Michigan, and Merle (Gayle) Carpenter of Elmira, N.Y.; 18 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter, Georgia Ann DeBeradinis, a step-son, Kevin Millard, a sister, Beverly Carpenter and a brother, Robert Carpenter.  Funeral services will be held on Monday, Oct. 6, 2003 at 11 a.m. at the Sheldon Funeral Home, Main St., Laceyville, Pa., with the Rev. Beverly Murphy of the Silvara United Methodist Church officiating.  Interment will be in the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Elmira, N.Y.  Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m.  –Towanda Daily Review.

CARPENTER CLIFFORD G.
October  2003 Daily  Review
Mr. Clifford G. Carpenter Jr., 68, of RR 3, Box 3256 Laceyville, Pa., (Silvara) died at his home in Silvara on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2003, after an illness. He was formally from the Elmira, N.Y. area. He was born in Elmira Heights, N.Y., on Nov. 17, 1934, the son of the late Clifford and Eva Harvey Carpenter Sr. Mr. Carpenter attended school through Volunteers of America and became a minister, serving his Lord for two years. He later became a truck driver, driving for Benscoter Trucking in Laceyville. He was also employed by A.B. Cole Trucking in Meshoppen, Pa., and also many trucking companies in the Elmira, N.Y. area. He was a member of the Silvara United Methodist Church. He was an avid bowler, bowling in various leagues at Shadowbrook, Tunkhannock, Pa., and in the Elmira, N.Y. area.Surviving is his wife of 39 years, Helen M. (Marbaker) Carpenter. Three daughters and spouses, Cindy (Duane) Chapman of Laceyville, Kathy (Richard) Miller of Wyalusing, Pa., and Christina (Bob) Engelman of Schuylkill Haven, Pa. Two sons and spouses, Clifford (Wanda) Carpenter III of Oregon; and William Carpenter of Pottsville, Pa.; a step-daughter and husband Mary Ann (Sonny) Oldroyd of Winder, Ga., and a step-son and wife, Floyd (Laurie Ann) Millard of Cohoes, N.Y. Three sisters and spouses, Myrtle Kliner of Elkland, Pa., Lillian (Allan) Comfort, of Pine City, N.Y., and Erma (Neal) Corey of Elmira, N.Y., and three brothers and spouses, Lester Harvey of Wellsboro, Pa., William (Vivian) Carpenter of Michigan, and Merle (Gayle) Carpenter of Elmira, N.Y.; 18 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Georgia Ann DeBeradinis, a stepson, Kevin Millard, a sister, Beverly Carpenter, and a brother, Robert Carpenter. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Oct. 6, 2003 at 11 a.m. at the Sheldon Funeral Home, Main St., Laceyville, Pa., with the Rev. Beverly Murphy of the Silvara United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Elmira, N.Y. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m.

CARPENTER EVA Larina  Harvey
 Eva Larina Carpenter, 76, of Elmira Heights, NY, died Monday, April 6, 1992 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Eva attended Fassett Baptist Church and was a member of the Epiphany Sisters and D.A.V. Auxiliary Jack Swan Chapter 13. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Lester and Gaylene Harvey of Tioga, PA, Clifford G. and Helen Carpenter Jr. of Laceyville, PA, Myrtle E. Kleiner of Elkland, PA, William C. and Vivian L. Carpenter of Monroe, MI, Lillian D. and Alan D. Comfort of Pine City, NY, Merle and Gayle Carpenter of Elmira, NY and Erma and Neal Corey of Elmira Heights, NY with whom she resided; three brothers, several grandchildren; great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Clifford G. Carpenter Sr., in 1977 and two children. Services were held at the Barrett Funeral Home on April 17 with the Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating and burial to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. (TGR, Thursday, April 16, 1992)

CARSON –CONNIE L. HANER HANCOCK, age 68, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 11th, 2017 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Elmira, NY on April 26th, 1949 to the late Edsel Carson and Dorothy (McCann) Carson. She married Bill Hancock on July 24th, 1993 and spent 24 loving years together. Connie is predeceased by her first husband Jack Tillotson in 1979, daughter Maria Swansbrough in 1998, and her grandson Michael Swansbrough. She is survived by her husband; Bill Hancock, brother Carl (Judy) Carson daughter Judy Haner (Chip), son Scott (Phyllis) Haner, son Billy Hancock (Heather), daughter Tammy (George) Wright, daughter Valerie Gauvin, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Connie graduated from Southside High School in 1967 and went on to receive a Bachelor's of Science from Elmira College in 1989. She later established her own accounting business, Hancock Tax and Accounting. She was a wildlife rehabilitator which she thoroughly enjoyed. She enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 11 AM at the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church, 1238 Pennsylvania Avenue, Pine City, NY. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to CareFirst at 3805 Meads Creek Road, Painted Post, NY or to a charity of one’s choice –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/14/2017

CARSON Edsel L.
Town of Southport Resident - Was born August 17, 1925 in Camptown, PA the son of the late Leroy and Ruth (Crompton) Carson went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, September 5, 2009, at St. Joseph's Hospital at the age of 84. His loving wife of 63 years, Dorothy (McCann) Carson predeceased him April 18, 2009. His granddaughter, Maria and great-grandson, Michael also preceded him in death. Edsel is survived by his best friend, "Rusty"; son and daughter-in-law, Carl and Judy Carson of Horseheads, NY; daughter and son-in-law, Connie and Bill Hancock of Millport, NY; sisters, Doris (Herschel) Carico of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Phyllis (Al) McIntosh of Pine City, NY, Linda (Lyle) Wheeler of Erin, NY; sister-in-law, Betty (Sim) Hughson of Lowman, NY; grandchildren, Corey (Francis) Carson, Ann (Keith) Bailey, Ron Mallacoccio Jr., Theresa (Dave) Butler and Steve Mallacoccio, Judy Haner and Scott Haner; great-grandchildren, Kristina Haner, Sara and Bailey Butler; along with several nieces and nephews. Edsel was a Veteran of the USMC and proudly served in the South Pacific during WWII. He retired from Corning, Inc. as a Foreman after numerous years of dedicated service. He was a life-member of the American Legion Skinner Ernest Memorial Post # 1612 in Big Flats, NY and was an avid country music fan. His beloved family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, September 10, 2009, from 11:00 to 12:00 (noon) at the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church, 1238 Pennsylvania Ave., Pine City, NY. A Memorial Service honoring his life will follow the visitation at noon. The Reverend Mark Erway will celebrate Edsel's service. Interment will take place in Forest LawnMemorial Park privately at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the SPCA Animal Shelter, Route # 352, Elmira, NY 14903.  Published in the Star-Gazette from 9/7/2009 - 9/8/2009

CARTWRIGHT Clifford "Popo"
Of Elmira died peacefully, Friday evening, September 10, 2010 at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center following an illness at the age of 83. Clifford was born on June 24, 1927 in Campbell, NY son of the late Martin & Ruby Cartwright. He married Betty Jane "Nema" Thompson nearly 67 years ago on November 25, 1943 and she predeceased him on November 11, 2008. Clifford was an over the road truck driver employed by C.R. Clark Enterprises for many years until his retirement. His many interests included, traveling to Florida and enjoying warm winters there, landscaping, camping, dancing with his beloved Betty Jane and caring for the many squirrels he befriended. Clifford was an avid sports fan fond of all the New York Teams, especially the NY Yankees. His greatest joy was that of his family who cherish his memory; five children, Robert (Sandra) Cartwright, Saco, ME; Linda Donovan, Big Flats; Clifford (Erica) Cartwright, West Palm Beach, FL; Paul (Karen) Cartwright, Montour Falls; JoAnn Box, Southport; grandchildren, Kristen Goodwin, Kerra Cartwright, Laurie (Brent) Tarntino, Mary (Stephen) Lenhardt, James Donovan with fiancée Amber Gilbert, Jennifer Bement, Jessica (Lance) Dawson, Jodie (Chuck) Greene, Bradley (Angela) Cartwright, Christopher Cartwright with fiancée' Taylor Smith, Brian Box, Mallory (Matthew) Baker; several great grandchildren; four sisters, Emma, Wanda, Alberta and Hulda; brother, Floyd; nieces, nephews and many family friends. In addition to his parents, Martin & Ruby Cartwright; and wife, Betty Jane Thompson Cartwright; Clifford was predeceased by his son-in-law, Steven Box in 2006. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Saturday, September 18, 2010 from 9- 10 a.m. A memorial service will follow the visitation at 10 a.m. Graveside committal services will be held at the family's convenience inForest Lawn Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be directed to the Pennsylvania Ave. United Methodist Church Food Pantry, 1238 Pennsylvania Ave. Pine City, NY 14871 in his memory. - Elmira Star Gazette, September 12, 2010

CARVINO - HENDERSON
Bessie Marion Formerly of Elmira, NY Age 88, of Cape Coral/Maltacha, FL, died peacefully Sunday, December 16, 2001 at Hospice North in Cape Coral, FL. She was born June 6, 1913 in Massena, NY the daughter of the late David and Nettie (Morgan) Carvino. Bessie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Henderson January 19, 1976. Moving to Cape Coral in 1961, she was a member of the First Christian Church of Port Charlotte, Fort Myers White Shrine # 4, Lee County Order of Amaranth, Cape Coral Eastern Star, Lehigh Rebekah # 68, Fort Myers Rebekah # 75 and LAPM. She loved to be a Pink Lady for over 20 years for the Lee Memorial Hospital and Cape Coral Hospital. She is survived by step-son, Robert S. Henderson and his wife Loretta of Manlius, NY; daughter-in-law, Nancy Henderson of Petersboro, NY; niece, Marabeth Ransom of Enterprise, AL; nephew, David Carbino of North Port, FL; cousin, May Boop of Ontario, Canada; along with several grandchildren, great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, December 19, 2001 at 2:00 PM at the Metz Funeral Chapel in Cape Coral, FL. Family and friends are invited to attend Graveside Services on Friday, December 28, 2001, at 1:00 PM in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery Jerusalem Hill Road Elmira, NY. The Reverend James Crupi will officiate. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations in the name of Bessie Marion Henderson may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East Corning Road Corning, NY 14830. Local arrangements have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY.

CASHMAN - LA GIER, Blanche Opal (Cashman)
Elmira, NY - He will swallow up death in victory: and the Lord God will wipe away tears from off faces. Isaiah 25:8 Our Heavenly Father wrapped his arms around Blanche at her home surrounded by the care of her loving family on Thursday, February 18, 2010. he was born October 27, 1931, in Binghamton, NY to the late Erwin and Irene Cashman. She is survived by her devoted daughter and son in law, Renee and Ron Unwin, Elmira; her, grandson, Aaron LaGier, Elmira; and her great-grandchildren, Zachary, Connor and Julian. She is also survived by her sisters, Phyllis Judge, Rochester; Donna Bartow, NC; and sisters and brothers in-law, Grace and Tom Creagh, Nora and Bob Smith, both of Binghamton; as well as many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her son, Robert E. LaGier (2004), and brothers Erwin Jr. and Bert Cashman. She was met at the gates of heaven by her nephew, Ed Creagh who also went to be with our Lord on February 16, 2010. She was also predeceased by the love of her life, Chet Kowalski (1996), who is dancing with her in Heaven right now. Blanche graduated from Binghamton North High School and Corning Community College with honors. She was a 30 year employee and retiree of Westinghouse. She was a longtime and active member of the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church, faithfully participating in the Thursday Women's Bible study group. She was a member of the Elmira Heights American Legion Post 154, Polish Arts Club, the Soaring Polka Association and the White Eagles Club. She was an avid competitive golfer with a hole in one and member of the Willow Creek Golf Course. She also enjoyed bowling, roller skating, gardening, sewing, and anything else that had to do with working with her hands. She will be missed by her many, many, many friends and her faithful companion Miss Bonnie Belle. Family and friends are invited to celebrate her life on Saturday, February, 27, 2010 at the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church at 1 p.m. with her pastor and friend, the Reverend William Vallet and the Asst. Pastor at the Bible Speaks Church and longtime friend, Jim Kellogg officiating. Graveside services will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in the springtime. Family will provide their own flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the charity of ones choice in her memory. - Elmira Star Gazette, Feb.24.2010

CASIL Mary A. Comfort
Age 74, of Horseheads, NY. She was born April 1, 1936 in Elmira, daughter of the late Paul and Pauline (Ryndziniak) Casil and died Saturday, October 30, 2010 at St. Joseph's Hospital after an extended illness. She was predeceased by her husband, Stanley on March 10, 2010; daughter, Linda Comfort Tomaino; sister, Kay Bowers; and brother, John Casil. She is survived by her children, JoAnn (Scott) Greenleaf of Liverpool, NY, Darlene (Scott) Manwaring of Horseheads; William Comfort of Big Flats; Robert Comfort of Mooresville, NC, Joseph (Terri) Comfort of Horseheads; grandchildren Rachel Victor, Mackenzie and Steven Manwaring, TJ and Josh Lane, Jessica Warrick, Brad, Ryan and Allie Comfort; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Sam Casil of Elmira and Alex Casil of Pine Valley along with several nieces and nephews. Mary and her husband, Stanley owned Stan's Body Shop in Horseheads. She was a member of the Elmira Heights American Legion Auxiliary for many years. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Tuesday, November 2nd from 4 to 7 pm. Her funeral service will be held there on Wednesday, November 3rd at 11 am. Rev. Michael Spencer will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Mary through donations to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 8th Ave., 7th Fl., New York, NY 10001 or Susan G. Komen for the Cure Susan G. Komen for the Cure Susan G. Komen for the Cure , Twin Tiers Affiliate, P.O. Box 1306, Elmira, NY 14902. - Elmira Star Gazette, November 1, 2010

ROBERT F. ‘SMILEY’ CASSADA, age 86 passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 22, 2015 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Bob was born in Johnson City, NY a son of Franklin and Mary Elizabeth (VanCampen) Cassada. He is predeceased by his first wife Mary (Kane) Cassada; brothers, William Jack and Richie Cassada. Bob is survived by his second wife Jean (Ackley) Cassada; sons and daughters-in-law, Gary and Susan Cassada with their family of Florida, Jeff and Barbie Cassada with their family of Virginia; daughter and son-in-law, Victoria M. and Todd Corbin of Athens PA; granddaughter Jamie Lynn Vang with Derek Grafius of Elmira and her children, Halie and Jordan Wenrich, Christine and Jacob Phillips; grandson, Scott Eric Vang II with wife Kara of Waverly NY and their children, Madison, Zaylee and Jaxson Vang. Also surviving are Jean's children, Robert and Trudy Deyle of Florida and their children, Ethan and Anna; Laurie Plyem of Rochester and her children, Tracey and Michelle; 10 additional great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins Bob was a 1948 graduate of Elmira Free Academy. He was a U S Army veteran serving during the Korean War. On November 1, 1956 Bob was appointed an officer with the Elmira Police Department. Bob use to say that his grandfather, Franklin Cassada, was the Chief of Police in Elmira at one time, and was not sure if that is what drew him to the job. He retired from the Elmira Police Department after 35 years of service. During his career Bob earned numerous commendations and awards. He is most likely remembered for his 10 years serving as "Officer Friendly" with the department. While in high school Bob developed a love for swimming. This led him to his first job as a swim instructor at the Elmira YMCA as well as their Water Safety Instructor and Aquatic Instructor. Once he became a police officer he continued as the YMCA Aquatic Instructor until the Y closed. Bob's greatest joy was time spent with family. Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, 502 West Water Street, Elmira on Saturday, November 28, 2015 from 12:00 noon to 1:45 p.m. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. Committal prayers and interment with military honors, to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/25/2015

CASSLEBURY CORA L. FISH.  A longtime resident of S. Broadway in Southport died very unexpectedly at her home on Sunday evening February 20, 2005 at the age of 80.  Born on August 8, 1923, she was the daughter of Edward and Lydia Woodruff Casselbury.  Cora was a devoted wife to her husband, Robert Fish and shared many happy memories in their 55 years of marriage until his passing in 2001.  A homemaker, she loved filling her home with her large family, watching her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, camping with her family and many hours playing BINGO.  Surviving are her loving children and their families.  Dannie & Constance Fish, Robert R. & Pam Fish, Lester Fish, Julia Fish, Betty Hoyt, Helen Fish, Charles Fish & Linda Bennett; sister’s Elizabeth Bowes, Viola Brink, Gertrude Hitchcock, and Rosie Shaffer; a brother and sister-in-law, Francis & Dortheia Casselbury; thirteen grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents and husband, Cora was also predeceased by her son-in-law, Robert Hoyt and several of her siblings.  Family and friends will be received at Caywood’s Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Wednesday, February 23, 2005 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.  Funeral services will follow the visitation at Caywood’s at 8 p.m. with the Reverend Horace Stoddard officiating.  Interment will take place at the families’ convenience in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, where Cora will be interred next to her husband, Robert Fish.  –Elmira Star Gazette.
 
CASSELBURY Raymond E. Sr.

Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great Grandfather - Age 64 of Van Etten, NY died  on Tuesday April 17, 2012. Raymond was born in Sayre, PA on January 2, 1948 the son of the late Walter and Harriet Richards Casselbury Sr. He was an Equipment Operator for Angelo's Sand and Gravel in West Danby, NY. Ray married his wife and best friend Linda L. Bennett Casselbury. He is pre-deceased by his son Robert Francis "Robbie" Casselbury on March 18, 1976; mother-in-law and father-in-law: Martha Dwyer Bennett and Francis Bennett Sr. Ray was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather who treasured every moment he spent with his family. Ray is survived by his loving and devoted wife Linda L. Bennett Casselbury; sons: Michael and Tammy Merrick of Van Etten, NY; Edward Merrick and Merrilea McKee of Spencer, NY; daughter: Lisa and Jerad Burleigh of Van Etten, NY; grandchildren: Chelsea Burleigh, Justin Merrick, Levi Merrick, Riley Merrick, Douglas Burleigh, Cody Merrick, Judd Merrick; great granddaughter: Kelsea Burleigh; canine companion Tucker; several brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends, including special friends: Greg and Lynn Bush of Lansing, NY. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Ray's Memorial Service at Forest Lawn Memorial Park on Saturday April 21, 2012 at 10 AM. Arrangements are entrusted to the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY.  Star Gazette – April 20, 2012

 

CASTELLANO Joseph

Age 93 of Millport, NY died peacefully at the Bath VA, on Monday June 25, 2012. Joe was born March 25,1919 in Niles, OH a son of the late Carmen and Philomena Latiano Castellano. He served his country honorably with the US Army serving in the African-Middle-Eastern Theatre with Gen. Patton, Sicily and Italy Campaign, and was wounded in Venafro, Italy in 1943 receiving the Purple Heart and a recipient of the American Defense Service Medal with foreign service. Joe loved playing cards, was dedicated to the Boy Scouts earning a Silver Beaver Award, ran bingo at the Horseheads Moose Club and St. Marys Church for many years, and was a Little League Baseball coach. He was also active in the Horseheads Moose Club, American Legions and VFW as past commander of the Elmira VFW Post 901. Joe is pre-deceased by his wife, Nellie (Jerzak) Castellano, son Harold Willliam Castellano and brother, Samuel Castellano. He is survived by his children, Joseph Castellano of Santa Barbara, CA, Patricia (David) Camacho of Chatsworth, CA, and Marsha Pinkston of Old Hickory, TN; 5 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren; sisters, Catherine Harris and Lena Kish both of FL; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Tuesday, July 3, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-8 PM. The Ladies of the Horseheads Moose Club will serve dinner from 4:30 PM-6:30 PM at the Community Wesleyan Church, 2095 Grand Central Ave, Horseheads, NY. A prayer service will be held at 8:15 PM with Rev. John DeSocio. Joe will be laid to rest on Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at Forest Lawn Memorial Park with full military honors at 11AM.  Star Gazette – June 30, 2012

 

CASTLE - ICE-GOVUS, Eva (Eve) Marie (Castle)
Of Elmira, NY - Was born February 8, 1926 in Boone, NC, the daughter of the late Millard and Zora (Moritz) Castle, died on Sunday, November 23, 2008, after an extended illness at Elcor Health Services at the age of 82. She is survived by daughter, Deborah Fassel; son, Brian Ice; grandchildren, Heather Gillbanks, John Stading, Tristan Fassel and E. Clark Ice III; great-grandchildren, Melissa Gillbanks, Lauren and Erin Stading; sisters, Ruby Conley, Lela Smith, Mabel Avery and Edna Groover; brothers, Alfred, Millard Jr. and Frank Castle; along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husbands, E. Clark Ice Jr. (1969) and John D. Govus (2008); brothers, Jim, Ben, Arnold and Claude Castle; sisters, Edith Cole, Lola Stanbery, Shirley Metzger and Violet Jankowski. She was a longtime member of the Christ United Methodist Church. Eve was born the tenth of sixteen children to Millard and Zora. At age 5, she moved with the family to a farm near Canton, PA. After graduating high school with honors, she became a secretary and worked for Delmott Trucking. She soon moved to Elmira, where she met and married E. Clark Ice, who worked as a music teacher in the public schools. Eve was a secretary in the Land Office in Cheyenne where Brian was born. When Clark earned his Master's Degree, the family returned to New York, first to Cortland and then back to Elmira. Eve loved music, playing and teaching piano, and accompanying Clark as he played the violin. Piano duets were a favorite amusement, especially at Christmas time. Eve's first grandchild was born soon after Clark's death and was a great comfort to her. It tickled her when someone at the tennis court would ask how old her daughter was, and then she would explain proudly that Heather was her granddaughter. She took great joy in all her grand and great-grandchildren. After her marriage to John Govus, she moved to Thomasville, NC, where she made many new friends and was an active member of the garden club. Everywhere she lived, she grew a garden with both vegetables and flowers. Everywhere she went, she admired the gardens and wildlife, particularly the birds. After several years of traveling the East Coast with John, they moved back to Elmira. Although we miss her, we are comforted by the thought that she is still with those she loved. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services honoring her life will be held there on Wednesday at 12:00 (noon). The Reverend Michael Weeden will celebrate Eve's services. Interment will take place privately at the convenience of her family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/25/2008

CASWELL Charles E. "Bud", "Chuck"
Age 81 of Elmira, NY. He was born March 29, 1929 in Penn Yan, NY, son of the late Charles A. and Mildred (Morehouse) Caswell and died Thursday, July 1, 2010 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was predeceased by his first wife Margaret (Peg) in 1974 and is survived by his wife Betty; son and daughter-in-law Terry and Cindy of Elmira with their children Tyler of NC, Joshua and Jennifer of IA, Crystal and Matt with their son Ayden Charles all of Elmira; son and daughter-in-law Charles D. and Deborah of Southport with his children Daniel of Ithaca, Kaleigh of Syracuse; step granddaughter Emily Forman of Southport along with several cousins. Bud graduated from EFA in 1948; was a veteran of the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1953 serving during the Korean War. He retired from the Elmira Housing Authority in 1985 after 32 years of service; was a member of the American Legion Post 154; founding member of the V.F.W. Post 6083 both in Elmira Heights and enjoyed bowling, hunting and golfing at the Mark Twain Golf Course with Bob Wood, John Rosinko and Zane Palmer. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Tuesday, July 6th from 11 am to 1 pm. His funeral service will be held at 1 pm. Rev. William Vallet will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Bud through donations to the AOMC Neonatal ICU or the charity of one’s choice. – Elmira Star Gazette, July 4, 2010

CHAMBERLAIN Marceil Yvonne, nee Chamberlain, Jenkins

age 75, a resident of Southport NY, and long-time resident of Elmira NY, died to meet her Savior, Jesus Christ, Wednesday June 1, 2011, at Arnot Ogden Memorial Center in Elmira NY. Marcie was born Nov. 15, 1935 in Leroy Township, Bradford County, PA, to the late Maurice R. and Ethel L. Chamberlain. Marcie is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Lewis L. Jenkins; sister, Darlene Chamberlain of Towanda PA; son and daughter-in-law, Scot and Debbie (Wilson) Jenkins; son and daughter-in-law, Lewis and Cindy (Joiner) Jenkins; son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Donna (Wilson) Jenkins of Jacksonville NC; son and daughter-in-law, David and Tara (Senner) of Scranton PA; daughter and son-in-law, Christy and David Edkin; special niece, Doreen (Smith) and Tom Sackett of Hornell NY; grandchildren, Martha Jenkins of Erin NY; Matthew Jenkins of San Diego CA; Laura Jenkins of Seattle WA; Michael Jenkins of Beaulaville NC; Timothy Jenkins, Jacksonville NC; Christopher Jenkins of Uxbridge MA; Arielle Smith of Belpre OH; Stephen Jenkins of Scranton PA; Cassie Edkin of Elmira; Ashley Edkin of Elmira; Kelly Edmonson of Oxford NC; many great grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and hundreds of wonderful loving friends. Marcie worked for Marine Midland Bank; A+P Plant, J.C. Penney's and Glove House. Marcie was a member of the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church in Pine City NY; and a long-time member of the Riverside United Methodist Church in Elmira. In 1994, Marcie received the Methodist Church's Cross and Flame Award. Marcie graduated Valedictorian with the class of 1989 at Corning Community College. Marcie loved her risen Lord and Savior, and people. She was active in the Boy Scouts of America, the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church Food Pantry; and many other organizations. Family and friends are invited to call Wednesday, June 8 from 4-6 p.m. at the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church, 1238 Pennsylvania Ave., Pine City NY. A funeral service will take place there beginning at 6 p.m., and interment will take place at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Marcie may send them to Troop 43 of Pine City of the Boy Scouts of America; the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church Food Pantry; or Pathways Inc. of Corning NY. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Kalec Funeral Home.  Star Gazette – June 5, 2011

LESTER R. CHAMPION SR. age 72, of Elmira, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 19, 2019 at his home. Lester was born in Ovid, NY, son of the late Harold and Dorothy (Bennett) Champion. Lester was also predeceased by his son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Elizabeth Champion, sisters, Elma, Jean and Margie, brothers, Calvin, Jack and Harold. Lester will always be remembered as a wonderful husband, dad and grandfather. He enjoyed the outdoors, along with gardening and woodworking. Lester is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Sharon; daughter, Jennifer Champion; son, Lester Jr. (Amanda) Champion; grandchildren, Lester III, Jessica, Noel, Monica, Johnathan, Brian, Britany, Zander and Alexis; many great grandchildren; sister, Bonnie (Brent) Ward; brothers, Robert (Dorothy) and Ralph (Barbara) Champion; many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service for Lester on Friday, August 23, 2019 at 1pm in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Arrangements have been entrusted to the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. -Elmira Star-Gazette 8/21/2019

CHAPPELL –MRS. LOLA L. OPPENHEIM age 57 of 501 S. William St., Friday, January 28, 1968 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home Saturday 7 to 9 p.m., Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral those Monday at 10:30 a.m.  The Rev. I. Leslie Conley.  Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  Survived by husband Joseph W. Oppenheim; daughters, Mrs. Charles (Betty) Root of Erin, N.Y., Mrs. Gary (Nancy) Stuart of Elmira; sons, Robert of Erin, Richard of Elmira; sisters, Mrs. Clyde (Audrey) Smith of Elmira, Mrs. Edward (Doris) Murray of Elmira; brothers, Claude Chappell of Elmira, Clifford of Horseheads, Ralph of Elmira; 19 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 1/27/1968

CHILSON Frederick "Rick"
Age 48, of Breesport, died Monday, April 9, 2007. Rick was born Sept. 11, 1958 in Oneida, NY, the son of Ronald and the late Audrey (Hartung) Chilson. Rick is survived by his wife of 25 years, Gina (Uvanni) Chilson; daughters, Kelly Chilson and Josh Benjamin of Horseheads, NY, Kendra Chilson and Chad VanAlstin, also of Horseheads, NY; father, Ronald Chilson of Rome, NY; sister, Donna (Fred) Zalocha of Syracuse, NY; and many nieces and nephews. Rick was employed as a driver for Leprino Foods in Horseheads. He served as a faithful member of the Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses here in Horseheads for the last 16 years. Always an outdoorsman, he enjoyed all natures' beauty. Having battled Multiple Sclerosis for the last 18 years, Rick in his earlier years also enjoyed skiing and motorcycling. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, Today, Thursday, April 12, 2007, from 4-7:00 p.m. His funeral service will be celebrated in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness, 708 Lena Place, Elmira, NY, on Friday, April 13, 2007, at 6:00 pm. Burial service will take place privately at the convenience of his family in Forrest Lawn Memorial Park.

ROY E. CHILSON, 70, of 1304 Pratt St., Elmira, died Thursday, March 16, 1989.  He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army.  He is survived by his wife, Mary E.; stepchildren and spouses, Emma Shrimp, Towanda; Sarah Ackley, Towanda; Frank Maines, Elmira; Eugene Maines, Towanda; Florence and Harold Casselbury, Towanda; Lillian and John Casselbury, Laceyville; Marie and Hal Hagie, Elk Hart, N.C.; several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Friends may call at the Don Kalee Funeral Home, 705 East Church St., Elmira, Friday 2-4, 7-9 p.m.  Funeral and committal services will be held at the funeral home 11 a.m. Saturday, with Rev. Edward Lowmaster, officiating.  Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira.  –Towanda Daily Review.

 

CHRISTENSEN Howard F.

Age 88 of Elmira, NY. He was born October 21, 1924 in Elmira, son of the late William and Myrtle (Justin) Christensen and died Friday, December 28, 2012 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. He is survived by his wife Geraldine; children Howard Christensen, Jr. and James Christensen both of AZ; Sandra (Bob) Peterson of Horseheads, Carol (Joe) Comfort of CA, Cindy Christensen of Ithaca; stepchildren Mary (Danny) Gray and Louis Johnson, Jr. both of Elmira, Paul Johnson of Elmira Heights and Robert (Diana) Johnson of Big Flats; special nephew William Christensen, Sr. of Elmira along with several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Howard retired from Boss Linco Trucking and was a veteran of WWII, serving in both the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Sunday, December 30th from 1 to 2 pm. His funeral service will follow at 2 pm. Interment will take place Monday, December 31st in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. Howard's family wishes to thank the 2nd floor staff at the Chemung County Nursing Facility.  Star Gazette – December 29, 2012

 

CHRISTIAN Dennis P., Age 77, of Elmira, NY, died on Friday, March 14, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born on January 29, 1931 in Elmira, NY, to the late Paul and Julia Christian. Dennis was predeceased by his wife, Aldeen Christian in 2001. Survivors include his children, Paul (Cathy) Christian of Deltona, FL, and Helen Christian (Robert Keiffer) of Elmira; grandchildren, Heather Keiffer of Elmira, John Beatty of FL, James Beatty of Buffalo, NY, and Kristin McCrory of FL; great-grandchild, Adler McCrory of FL; brother, Donald Christian of Elmira; sisters, Paula Hetrick of Elmira Heights, Joyce Christian of Elmira, and Hester (Pat) Watts of VA; along with several nieces and nephews; and his faithful companion, "Dingo." Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, March 18th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place there at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

CHRISTIAN Theodore "Teddy"
Age 65, of Elmira, NY died Wednesday, January 7, 2009, at home. He is survived by his siblings, Catherine (Sylvester) Lauferswiler, Marie (Larry) Butters, Ralph (Joyce) Christian, John (Elizabeth) Christian; caregiver and special friend, Alberta Ward; along with several nieces, nephews, and a host of friends. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Tuesday, January 13th from 1 to 2 p.m. His funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 1/11/2009

CHURCHILL MADALINE M. THOMAS, 71 of Wellsburg, NY died Friday, August 20, 1993.  She attended Fassett Baptist Church and was a member of Harmony Chapter O.E.S., Fassett Grange #1567.  She was a distributor of Stanley Home Products for many years.  She is survived by children, Robert and Donna Thomas of Elmira, Ella Ames of Erin, Larry and Charolette Thomas of Florida, William and Paula Thomas of Pine City, NY, Carol and Edward Ostrander of Elmira, Marene and Larry Gerow of Elmira; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter.  She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Thomas.  Funeral services were held at the Ballard and Lindgren Funeral Home on August 22 with the Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating and interment to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

CICORA Clyde A.
Age 95, of Horseheads, formerly of Elmira, died Monday, August 17, 2009. He was born on November 30, 1913 in Renovo, PA, a son of Franics and Carrie Schlegel Cicora. Clyde was predeceased by his wife Loretta Rosinski Cicora, and brothers, John, Luther, and Wayne Cicora. Clyde is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Joyce and John Sponyoe of Naples, FL; sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas and Kathleen Cicora of Troy, NY, James and Darlene Cicora of Elmira, Richard and Kathleen Cicora of Horseheads; sister Lucille Gormley of Michigan; sisters-in-law, June Cicora and Lillian Cicora, both of Elmira; 7 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Clyde was retired from General Electric in Elmira with 40 years of service. He lived on Lyon Street in Elmira for 57 years, where he and Loretta raised their family and was a long time communicant of St. Mary's Church, Elmira. He especially enjoyed the time spent with family at their cottage on Seneca Lake. An avid outdoorsman, Clyde loved to fish and took up archery at age 90. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Walnut and Water Sts., on Thursday, August 20, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow at 6:15 p.m. Private burial will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In tribute to the wonderful care Clyde received at Woodbrook, 1250 Maple Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904 and Elcor Health Services, 48 Colonial Drive, Horseheads, NY 14845, donations in his memory may be directed to the Resident Fund at either place.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/19/2009

CILLY - MILLER, Helen I.
A longtime resident of Christian Hollow Rd. passed peacefully at Broad Acres Health and Rehabilitation Facility, Wellsboro, Monday morning, September 1, 2008 where she had been receiving care at the age of 87. Born on June 30, 1921 in Bentley Creek, PA; Helen was the daughter of Horace & Loretta Snyder Cilly. She was married to Darwin Miller in 1941 and he predeceased her in 1989. Helen was a homemaker, she enjoyed reading, and provided a comfortable home. She was a communicant of St. Mary's Franklin St. Church. Surviving is her loving family, a son, M. Darwin (Carol) Miller, West Elmira; 4 grandchildren, Barry Miller, Shawna (Rick) Comfort, Beth (Dave) Hodge and Aaron Miller; 2 great grandchildren, Adam Comfort and Tyler Sparling; a sister, Lucille Dunn, Elmira; a brother, Armin (Betty) Silley, Montour Falls; nieces, nephews and family friends who will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Thursday afternoon, September 4, 2008 between the hours of 3-5 p.m. Funeral services will follow the time of visitation at 5:15 p.m. with committal prayers in the Gardens. Burial will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at her families convenience. In addition to her parents and husband, Helen was predeceased by her brother, Eugene Silley who gave his life for his country during WWII.   Published in the Star-Gazette from 9/2/2008 - 9/3/2008