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All people are arranged by SURNAME AT BIRTH rather than by married alias.
KABES
Ralph Age 91, of Elmira, New York, died on Monday, July 25, 2005, at the
Chemung County Nursing Facility. Family and friends are invited to call on
Thursday, July 28th from 4 to 7 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home.
Funeral services will follow at 7 p.m. with Reverend Walter Wainwright
officiating. Interment will take place on Friday, July 29th at 11 a.m. in
Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family would like to thank the 6th floor staff
at the Chemung Nursing Facility and Cindy Evans for all the care and compassion
given to Ralph at his time of need.
KAMP James W.
died unexpectedly at Schuyler Hospital on Wednesday morning, June 11, 2008.
James was born on September 6, 1934. He is survived by his sister, Jane French
of Horseheads, NY; nephew, Larry (Lori) French of NC; nieces, Sue (Ed) O'Bryan
of MD, Lisa (Chris) Ginger of SC, Amy (Jim) Dobell of Horseheads, NY;
grandnephews and nieces, Jeremy, Kristen, Stephanie of NC, and Katie and Kenny
of MD. James lived at his cottage in the summer months on Seneca Lake since
1977 and in Melbourne, FL in the winter. James served his country with the US
Army during the years 1957 - 1963. He worked for Xerox in Rochester, NY for 20
plus years and retired to enjoy playing golf and fishing. The family will
welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St.,
Horseheads, NY, on Saturday, June 14, 2008, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. James'
Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of hours with Pastor David
Sullivan. Interment will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Park immediately
following. The family will provide their own flowers. Memorials contributions
may be directed to the American Diabetes Association, Syracuse Office, 356
Middler Ave., Syracuse, NY 13206. Published in the Star-Gazette from 6/12/2008
- 6/14/2008.
KAMP -JANE K. FRENCH age 82 of Horseheads. She
was born January 16, 1938 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Alvin and
Emma Jane (Brooks) Kamp and passed away peacefully at home on Saturday,
November 21, 2020. In addition to her parents Jane was predeceased by her
dear husband Kenneth in 2002, along with her brother James Kamp in 2008. She
is survived by her children, Larry (Lori) French of NC; Susan (Edward)
O'Bryan of MD; Lisa (Christopher) Ginger of SC, and Amy (Jim Dobell) French
of Horseheads, NY; five grandchildren, Jeremy, Kristin, Stephanie, Katie,
and Kenny; four great-grandchildren; along with several nieces, nephews,
cousins, and dear friends. Jane retired from Winchester Optical after 20
years as a salesperson. Her life revolved around her family; spending time
together and baking for everyone out of love. Family and friends are invited
to visit the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St. in Horseheads on Tuesday,
November 24th 2020 from 11 am to 1 pm. A private service will be held with
her family; Pastor Daniel Fife to officiate. Jane will be laid to rest with
her husband Kenneth French in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. -Elmira
Star-Gazette 11/23/2020
KARAM Samuel George
Age 85 of Himrod, NY and Bradenton, FL, formerly of Elmira, NY, died in his home on Seneca Lake surrounded by his loving family Friday, August 9, 2013. Samuel was the son of the late George and Anna Karam. He was born in Elmira September 7, 1927. He married his late beloved wife Delores R. Karam (Shaieb) for 62 years. Sam is survived by his sister, Edith Miller; his six children, James (Lucy), Georgia (John James Jr.), Sandra (Armand), Mary, Samuel Jr. (Bernadette), Michael (Sherry); grandchildren, Sarah, James, Derrick (Ashley), Georgette, Jayna (Brian), Christina (Anthony), Samuel III, Michaelyn, Zachary; great grandchildren, Chase, Cara, Sophia and Caleb; and his dog "Buddy". He is also survived by the Karam, Miller, Randall, and Shaieb families. He was a proud active communicant of St. Mary's parish, United States Navy Veteran of World War II, and the Korean War, businessman of the Elmira Area for over 25 years owning Karam's Giant Market. He served on the Board of Supervisors, was an area councilmen, Legislator, and a candidate for State Assembly twice. He devoted much of his free time for the Boy Scouts of America; Serving as troop leader and the Board of Counsel from 1958 to 1964. He enjoyed his service to the community for over 30 years. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY Tuesday, August 13, 2013 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM and again 6:00PM to 9:00PM. A prayer service will be held Wednesday morning, August 14, 2013 at 9:15AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00AM in St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin Street, Elmira, NY. Graveside committal services will follow at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park with full Military Honors accorded. In lieu of flowers, those wishing please make memorials in Samuel G. Karam's name to the Chemung County SPCA or the Ontario, Yates County Hospice. A very special "Thank You" to all who helped keep Sam comfortable and in the home he cherished his final few days overlooking the lake he loved. Star Gazette – August 11, 2013
KAUL
–MARGARET T. BERGH a lifelong resident of the Southport community passed
away Sun. Apr. 24, 2016 at St. Joseph's Hospital SNF following declining
health at the age of 89. Born on Mar. 5, 1927 in Elmira, Margaret was the
daughter of the late, John & Julia Bessmmer Kaul. She married Kenneth A.
Bergh on Aug. 9, 1952 in Elmira Heights and he predeceased her on Dec. 9,
2011. She was an RN employed by St. Joseph's Hospital for many years until
her retirement. Margaret was an active member of Bethany Lutheran Church,
the Southport Business Assoc. and AARP. She could often be seen walking
through the neighborhood with Kenny, visiting with their neighbors and
enjoyed travel. Surviving are her loving nieces and nephews. In addition to
her parents and husband, Margaret was predeceased by her brother, John
(Helen) Kaul and sister, Anna (Phil) Wolf. Family and friends will be
received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway,
Elmira/Southport on Thurs. Apr. 28, 2016 between the hours of 3-5 p.m.
Funeral services will follow the visitation at 5:15 p.m. Burial will take
place at the family's convenience in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Memorials
may be directed to the National Parkinson Assoc. of Western NY, 300
International Dr. Ste. 224 Williamsville, NY. The family of Mrs. Bergh
wishes to thank the 5th floor staff and physicians of St. Joseph's Hospital
S.N.F. for their dedicated care and comfort they brought her in her last
years. –Elmira Star-Gazette 4/26/2016
KEENER Edith A. BOWMAN, 67, of Elmira, NY, died May 31, 1995 at home after an extended illness. She was born September 5, 1927 in Elmira to Charles and Alice Keener. She is survived by her children, Rose (Ray) Spearman of Wellsburg, NY, George (Mary Jo) Bowman of Elmira, Susan Bowman of Elmira, Barbar Birdsall of Zion, IL, Mary (John) Dickens of Littleton, CO, Linda Elliott (fiancé, Jim Earley) of Gillett, PA, Chief Petty Officer with the US Navy, Jim “Dee” (Ellen) Bowman of CA, Harold Bowman of Elmira; sister, Rose Mary Cox of Wellsburg, NY; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and many special friends. She was predeceased by her husband, James H. Bowman. Funeral services were held at the Barrett Funeral Home June 2 with the Rev. Larry Parker officiating and interment to be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
ROBERT J. KEIFFER of Horseheads, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday evening, July 30, 2017 at the age of 63. Bob was born on July 18, 1954 in Elmira, NY a son of the late Walter and Marceil Dwyer Keiffer. Bob is also predeceased by his brother, Thomas Keiffer. He was a graduate of Horseheads High School, class of 1973 and attended Central City Business Inst., and Husson College. He retired after 20 plus years as manager for Kwik Fill in Elmira, NY. Bob was also treasurer of a youth bowling league for several years and was a Civil War reenactment participant. Bob is survived by his wife, Helen Christian; daughter, Heather (Brandon) Farr; siblings, Christopher Keiffer, Diane (Michael) Weddle, Victoria (Timothy) Rinkerman, Melanie Keiffer, Vanessa Keiffer; nieces and nephews, Nathaniel, Kelsey, Sonja, and Timothy; four legged companion, Max and several extended family members. Relatives and friends are invited to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Thursday, August 3, 2017 from 4PM - 7PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary Our Mother Church, Horseheads, NY on Friday, August 4, 2017 at 9:30 AM. Bob will be laid to rest in Forest Lawn Memorial Park immediately following. –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/2/2017
KELLEY –ALICE L. (KELLEY) WALMSLEY, age 81, of Ridgebury Township, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, Sept. 12, 2016. Alice was born Sept. 10, 1935 in Towanda, daughter of the late Lawrence and Mary E. (Bullock) Kelley. She attended Towanda schools and was married to George L. Walmsley. She was previously employed at Bradley Farms in Southport. Alice was a life time member of the Ridgebury Sportsman Club and the Elmira Moose. She enjoyed cross stitching in her spare time, spending time with her family and she along with her husband George were avid euchre players. Survivors include her husband, George L. Walmsley of Ridgebury; her loving children, Thomas (Laurie) Walmsley of LeRaysville, George (Sally) Walmsley of Bradford, N.Y., Robert Walmsley of Ridgebury, Dawn (Bryan) Daniel of East Smithfield, Denise (Richard) Ellis of Milan; 17 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; a brother, Morgan (Audrey) Kelley of Boyertown; several nieces, nephews and friends. Alice was predeceased by her parents; a daughter, Susan Bates; her grandson, Dudley Heinzelman; a brother, Lawrence Kelley; and two sisters, Jane Spencer and Loretta Gallow. Family and friends are invited to call from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2016 at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc. 279 Main St., Wellsburg, N.Y. Alice's funeral and committal service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15, 2016, in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, N.Y. Her funeral procession will form at 10:30 a.m. at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc. 279 Main St., Wellsburg, N.Y. –Towanda Daily Review 9/13/2016
GERALD C. KELLEY
Gerald C. Kelly, 61, of Lowman, NY, died Sunday, December 13, 1992 at
Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. He is survived by his wife, Dawn L. Kelley;
daughter and son-in-law, Kay Sandra and Frank Buchanan; daughter, Nancy Lee
Kelley of Elmira, NY; sons and daughters-in-law, Gerald Thomas and Elaine
Kelley of Greensboro, NC, David and Helen Kelley of Sayre, PA and Darrin and
Kathleen Kelley of Elmira, NY; three grandchildren that he raised and 15 very
special grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; sisters, Jessie Bryington of
Canton, PA and Betty Austin of Fassett, PA; brothers, Milan Kelley of Lowman,
NY and Wayne Kelley of Elmira Heights. Funeral and committal services were held
at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira on December 16 with the Rev. William
Norton officiating and interment to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Donations
to the family would be appreciated: RD 1, Route 60, Box 28, Lowman, NY
14861. (TGR, Thursday, December 17, 1992)
RICHARD T. ‘DICK’ KELLEY, SR. age 72, went home to the Lord Thursday, July 7, 2005, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born August 30th, 1932, to the late Hulbert and Edith (Soffe) Kelley. He is survived by the love of his life, wife, Barbara; adoring children, Debbie (Mark) Sebura of Arkport, NY, Sherry (Bill) Spotts of Horseheads, Kathy (Don) Newson of Delaware, Richard Jr., (Brenda) of Elmira Heights, Barbie Dobson and companion, Clayton of Corning, NY, Heather (Doug) Griswold of CT; grandchildren, Jody (Larry) Butts, Nathan (Kristen) and Jonas Sebura, Beau Spotts, Cheri Newson, Ricky, Katy, Zachary, Megan and Jacob Kelley, Jennifer (Sean) Monroe, Nicholas and Alyssa Piersimoni, Brittany Kelley, Cody, Mary and Hannah Griswold; great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Lucas Monroe. He is also survived by the most wonderful and loving mother-in-law, Leona Kline, who loved nothing better than to spoil her son-in-law with weekly homemade goodies. Also surviving are sisters and brothers-in-law, Bernard (Carol) Kline, Beverly (Bill) Bigg, Pat (Ed) Sassano, Carol (Ron) Mills, Tom (Stephanie) Kline, Pete Miller. He is also survived by numerous loving nieces and nephews and wonderful friends. He was preceded in death by sisters, Helen Batterson, Jane Miller and Doris Kelley. He was a devoted husband and was “The Best Dad in the Whole World.” Nothing brought him more pleasure than his devoted and loving family. He loved his shop and all his friends at the Windmill. He was passionate about the Yankees and loved hunting and fishing and spending time at the cabin in the Poconos. He had a quiet, calm and gentle spirit but also had an enormous wit and great sense of humor. We were greatly blessed to have him as a husband and father and he will be forever missed. A special thank you to all the wonderful staff at the Arnot Ogden and the Faulk Cancer Center that took such loving care of our father, especially to Karyn and Dr. Byland and staff. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Saturday, July 9th from 1 to 33 and 5 to 7 p.m. His funeral and committal services will follow at 7 p.m. Rev. Gerald Glover will officiate. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. –Elmira Star Gazette.
KELLOGG Jack W. Sr.
Of Southport at the age 43 died Sunday morning, December 2, 2007 at the home of
his mother, under her loving care. Jack was born on August 27, 1964 in Troy, PA
son of Donald & Helen Watts Kellogg. Before his illness, Jack was employed
by General Revenue and Finance Corp. in Big Flats. His many interests included
NASCAR and Fishing. Jack enjoyed watching the Jacksonville Jaguars football
games but his greatest joy was time spent with his mother and children who
survive. Helen Watts Kellogg Gradwohl, Southport; children, Jack "Jay
Jay" Kellogg; Jr. Ruth Kellogg and Steven Kellogg; aunts, Virginia
(Kenneth) Bush; Betty (Stanley) Harris; Martha Wilgosz; and Gail Watts; several
nieces, nephews, cousins and many family friends. Jack was predeceased by his
father, Donald Kellogg; his paternal grandparents, Fred & Helen Kellogg and
his maternal grandparents, Ruth & John Watts and his aunt, Dorothy Evans.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens,
1126 Broadway, Southport on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 from 1 - 2 p.m. funeral
services will follow at 2 p.m. Burial will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial
Park at his families convenience.
KELLOGG
–MARILYN K. ‘PUNKIE’ VONDERCHEK of Horseheads, NY passed away peacefully
surrounded by her loving family on Saturday evening, September 6, 2014 at
the age of 63. She was born on July 19, 1951, a daughter of Merrill and
Dorothy Andrus Kellogg. Marilyn is predeceased by her father, Merrill and
sister, Georgianne Thompkins. She is survived by her loving husband of 45
years, Joseph Vonderchek of Horseheads, NY; children, LuAnn (Scott) Semski
of Elmira, NY, TammyJo Vonderchek of Horseheads, NY and Kristy (Stephen) Jr.
Saunders of Asheboro, NC; grandchildren, Tyler, TJ, Dylan, Alex, Nathan,
Tanner and Brayden; mother, Dorothy Kellogg; brother, Brent Kellogg; and
several nieces, nephews and cousins. Marilyn was a secretary for Oakwood
United Methodist Church for 20 years, and later worked for Burlington Coat
Factory. She was a devoted wife, mom, and enjoyed sewing. Relatives and
friends are invited to call at Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St.,
at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 from 4-6PM where her
service will follow at 6PM with Pastor Tim Maynard. She will be laid to rest
in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY on Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at
11AM. The family graciously accepts remembrances with flowers or donations
in Marilyn's memory to CareFirst, 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY. –Elmira
Star-Gazette 9/8/2014
KELLY - GARDINER
Lulu (Kelly) Passed on to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 20, 2001 at
the age of 80, unexpectedly while at St. Joseph's Hospital. Survived by her
daughter, Veronica (Roni) Loudenslager; sons, Gerald (Peggy) Lewis and Samuel
(Roxanne) Lewis. She also leaves behind several grandchildren, great
grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Lulu was predeceased by her
son-in-law, Joseph Loudenslager Sr. She loved to play yahtzee and cards with
family and friends. She enjoyed talking about the good ole days and she would
make us laugh with her funny ways, comments and expressions. You will be missed
Mom/Gram. Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, September 24th from
12 to 2 PM at the Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the
conclusion of calling hours at 2 PM. Rev. Donald Knapp will officiate.
Interment will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the
family.
KELSALL Zachary "Zack"
Of Jacksonville, FL - Age 22, formerly of Troy, PA, died very unexpectedly on
Saturday, April 4, 2009, in St. Augustine, FL. He is survived by his beloved
mother and stepfather, Tonia D. and Skip Williams of Athens, PA; father, Wayne
Kelsall of Troy, PA; grandparents, Emma Geisel of Athens, PA; Carolyn Butler of
Pine City, NY; great-grandmother, Doris Everette, also of Pine City, NY;
stepbrothers, Cory and Nathan Williams of Athens, PA; stepsister, Maggie
Williams also of Athens, PA; along with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins,
including very special uncle, Mike Kelsall with Karen McGonigal of Pine City,
NY. His grandfather, James Butler; great-grandfather, James Everette;
grandfather, George Burchard predeceased him. Zack graduated from Troy High
School in 2004. He also worked at Salsa Rita's Fresh Cantina in Jacksonville,
FL for almost 2 years. He was able to make friends very easily with his
wonderful sense of humor, his brilliant smile and contagious laugh. Zack will
be best remembered for his willingness to help anyone in need, along with his
love for his family and friends. A gathering of his family and friends will
take place on Friday, April 10, 2009, at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050
Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. A Celebration of
his life will take place at the Funeral Home on Saturday, April 11, 2009, at
10:00 a.m. with the Reverend William Vallet honoring his life. He will be laid
to rest in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park privately at the convenience of his
family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Juvenile
American Diabetes Association NYS Memorial Program, PO Box 31160, Hartford, CT
06150. Published in the Star-Gazette on 4/9/2009
KELSEY James R., II "Butch" - "Two Dog"
Age 62, of Elmira, died Monday, March 2, 2009 at the Bath VA. Butch was born
July 23, 1946, a son of Marie Costley Kelsey and the late James R. Kelsey. In
addition to his mother Butch is survived by his son David A. Kelsey of Winter
Haven, FL; step-granddaughter Kerystine Asselta of Orlando, FL; brother Billy
Joe Kelsey of Corning, NY; uncle Bob Costley of Wellsburg; niece Amy Kelsey of
Elmira, nephew Mikey Kelsey of Breesport; along with many great-nieces and
great-nephews. Butch was a U.S. Army veteran serving his country for 3 years,
including 1 tour of duty in Vietnam. He also served with the Navy Seabees for
11 years and was stationed in different spots throughout the Pacific. In his
younger years Butch was an avid basketball and baseball player. Very active
with veterans organizations he was a member of the following…VFW Post #901,
Catholic War Vets, American Legion Bentley Post #443, VVA Chapter #803, Cooties
Pup Tent #35, D.A.D. @ VFW Post #901, and member and past commander of VFW Post
#6083. Butch's greatest honor was being part of the local Military Honor Guard,
being able to give fellow vets their special recognition for serving their
country. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and
Walnut Sts., on Friday, March 6, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A funeral
service will follow at 7:15 p.m. Interment, with full military honors accorded,
will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 3/4/2009 - 3/5/2009
ELWOOD L. ‘DUTCH’ KELTZ, 86, of Elmira, NY, died Tuesday, September 29, 1998 at the Arnot Ogden Medical center. He was a World War II US Navy veteran, a Railway express clerk and a retired Elmira Postal worker. Dutch was a member of the Pennsylvania Avenue Methodist Church and Canton Masonic Lodge #415. He is survived by his beloved sister, Mary Keltz of Horseheads, NY, and several loving nieces and nephews. Dutch was predeceased by his loving wife, Hazel McDonald Keltz; three brothers, Charles Keltz, Harold “Pete” Keltz and Albert Keltz. Family and friends are invited to call at the Oltof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY on Thursday, October 19, 1998 from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held there Friday, October 2 at 10 a.m. Pastor William Vallet will officiate. Graveside services will follow the funeral services at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorials in Dutch’s name to the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church or the Chemung County chapter of the SPCA, or to the charity of one’s choice. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
MARY KELTZ
age 98, was born March 31, 1916 Canton, PA, the daughter of the late James
and Goldie (Hedgeland) Keltz passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November
17, 2014 at the Steuben Center in Bath, NY. Her lifelong friend, Pauline
"Mike" Sawdey; brothers, Albert (Josephine) Keltz, Elmwood "Dutch" (Hazel)
Keltz, Harold "Pete" (Marge) Keltz, Charles Keltz Sr.; nephew, Lynn Keltz
preceded her in death. She is survived by her nieces, Goldie Khork of Avoca,
NY; Mary Lou Young of Bath, NY; Gloria Whitley of Rochester, NY; nephews,
James Keltz of Milton, PA; Albert Keltz of Rochester, NY; Dale Keltz of
Canton, PA; Larry Keltz of Bartlett, TN; Charles Keltz of Avoca, NY; Mike
Sawdey of Millport, NY; sister-in-law, Barbara Keltz of Bath, NY; along with
several great nieces and great nephews. For 20 + years, Mary worked for
American Dry Cleaners and then 20 + years with Diamond Dry Cleaners. She was
a faithful member of the Christ United Methodist Church and was an avid New
York Yankees and Buffalo Bills fan. Mary was admired and loved by all of her
many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to attend Funeral
Services for her on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at the Olthof Funeral Home,
Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira/Southport, NY at 11:00 AM. Interment will
take place at the convenience of her family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In
lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to CareFirst Hospice or
the Christ United Methodist Church. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/19/2014
KENNEDY Geraldine A. CHRISTENSEN
Age 89 of Elmira, NY. She was born February 6, 1924 in Elmira, daughter of the late William and Edna (Lambert) Kennedy and died Monday, June 24, 2013 at home. She was predeceased by her husband Howard Christensen and daughter Patricia Ann Johnson and is survived by; children and their spouses, Mary and Daniel Gray of Elmira, Louis (Wanda Kleinschmidt) Johnson of Elmira, Paul Johnson of Elmira Heights and Robert and Diana Johnson of Big Flats; step children and their spouses, Howard Christensen, Jr. and James Christensen both of AZ, Sandra and Robert Peterson of Horseheads, Carol and Joseph Comfort of CA and Cindy Christensen of Ithaca along with several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mrs. Christensen was employed with Sears. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Thursday, June 27th from 11 am to 1 pm. Her funeral service will be held at 1 pm. Deacon Joe Erway will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Geraldine through donations to CareFirst, 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. Her family thanks the staff on the 5th floor SNU and 2B at St. Joseph's Hospital for the wonderful care given her during her stay there. Star Gazette – June 30, 2013
GRACE E. KENNEDY,
87, of 10 South Minnequa Ave., Canton, Pa. passed away Friday Feb. 16, 1990
at the Troy Community Hospital, Troy.
Grace was born Sept. 10, 1902 at Elmira, Chemung County, N.Y.,
daughter of John H. and Grace Buckey (should read Luckey) Kennedy. Surviving
are a son and daughter-in-law, John E. and Leocadia P. Stearns Jr. of
Rochester; one sister, Mrs. Alyce Jones of Athens: three grandchildren;
several great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral will
be held Monday at noon at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, 40 North Center
St., Canton with the Rev. N. Glen Landis officiating. Interment will be in
Forest Lawn Cemetery, Elmira. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday
from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Monday from 11 a.m. to noon. –Towanda Daily Review
KENNEDY - PACKER, Ruth W., Town of Southport, Resident, Was born May 1, 1918 in Sarepta, LA, the daughter of the late Homer K. and Mary (Starke) Kennedy died peacefully at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center on Sunday, March 23, 2008, at the age of 89. Her loving husband of 40 years, Ronald D. Packer in 1983; daughter, Nancy Packer in 2006; and sister, Evelyn Kennedy Whitmire predeceased her. She is survived by her beloved daughters, Vicki Ruth Packer-Kosthorst of Elmira, NY, Pamela J. (Lawrence A.) Kamp of Meigs, GA; much-loved grandsons, Ronald (Kimberly) Kamp, Graydon Kamp; adored great-grandson, Bradley Kamp; sisters, Eunice Ray Shreveport, LA, Mary (Damon) New of Sulphur, LA, Marguerite Hoyle of Sulphur, LA, Sally (William) Bruno of Shreveport, LA; along with several nieces and nephews. Ruth was a faithful member of the Lake Street Presbyterian Church. She was a devoted wife and loving mother and will be dearly missed. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904 on Tuesday, March 25, 2008, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Funeral Services honoring her life will be held there following the visitation. (2 p.m.) The Reverend Anne Mowery will celebrate her services. Interment will take place privately in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of her family. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Diabetes Association, NYS Memorial Program, P.O. Box #31160 Hartford, CT 06150; or to the American Cancer Society of the Southern Tier, 1316 College Ave., Elmira, NY 14901 in her memory. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/24/2008.
KESTER - SULLIVAN, Mary J.
Loving mother and grandmother
Age 74, of Elmira, NY, died Tuesday, December 31, 2007, at the Arnot Ogden
Medical Center. Her husband, James R. Sullivan, on December 31, 2006,
predeceased Mary. She is survived by her children, Elizabeth J. Sullivan
(Michael Dinkins) of Elmira, NY, Patrick M. (Jeanette) Sullivan of
Jacksonville, FL, Barbara S. (Anthony) Cappucci of Elmira, NY, and Nancy A. German
(Craig Mosher) of Pine Valley, NY; grandchildren, James Patrick, Erin, Ashlyn,
Adam, Dominic, Kaitlyn, Jack, Samantha and Garrison; sisters, Ruth Gleason and
Sally Ellison; brother, David Kester; also several nieces and nephews. Mary
loved her children and grandchildren and truly enjoyed watching the
grandchildren at their sporting events. She also enjoyed many summers at Kueka
Lake. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050
Pennsylvania Ave., on Friday, January 4, 2008, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. with
Funeral and Committal Service there Friday at 7:00 p.m. with Father Jeff
Tunnicliff officiating. Mary will be laid to rest next to her husband, James at
Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, at the convenience of the family. Those
wishing may make memorials to the American Lung Association or the National
Arbor Day Foundation; envelopes will be available at the funeral
home. Published in the Star-Gazette on 1/3/2008.
KEYSER Ina M. Shock
Age 66, of Wellsburg, NY, died on Thursday, January 13, 2011 at home with her loving family by her side. She was born on May 24, 1944 in Elmira, NY to the late Alfred and Geraldine (Decker) Keyser. Ina is survived by her husband, Ronald Shock of Wellsburg; brothers, Robert (Robin) Keyser of AL and Lawrence (Beverly) Keyser of Horseheads; sister, Wanda Tillitson of Elmira; children, Geraldine (Kevin) Bauman of Elmira, Eugene (Renee) Shock of Monterey, NY, Tammy Teets of Elmira and Martha Turner of Erin; twelve grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; along with several nieces and nephews. Ina retired from the Chemung County Nursing Facility after many years of service and was a member of the American Legion Bentley Post# 443 in Elmira. Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, January 17th from 1 to 5 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow there at 5 p.m. with Rev. Scott Lowmaster officiating. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Star Gazette – January 15, 2011
KIBBE James O.
Age 75 of County Route 19, Beaver Dams, NY, died on Friday, December 19, 2008,
at Schuyler Hospital, Montour Falls, NY. Mr. Kibbe is survived by his wife of 50
years, Phyllis Bixby Kibbe; children, James H. Kibbe of Odessa, NY, Debra
(Mark) Rice of Montour Falls, NY and Scott A. Kibbe (Terry Dhuy) of Lockwood,
NY; grandchildren, Justin, Crystena, Shelby, Shawna and Char; cousin, Clara
Hall of Elmira, NY; nieces, Priscilla Six, Elmira, NY, Alice Truffa, Troy, PA,
and Mary (Charles) Deckle, Van Etten, NY. Mr. Kibbe was a graduate of Southside
High School, Class of 1952. He was a veteran of the Korean War and a member of
the Elmira Heights American Legion Post #154. Mr. Kibbe was a former employee
of the A&P Plant, Horseheads, NY and a retiree of Bethany Village,
Horseheads, NY. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Vedder and
Scott Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour falls, NY on Monday, December 22,
2008, between the hours of 4 to 6 p.m. His funeral and committal service will
be held there following visitations at 6 p.m. Burial will take place in Forrest
Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials
may be directed to the Beaver Dams Fire Department or to Schuyler Hospital
Auxiliary, 220 Steuben St., Montour Falls, New York 14865.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/20/2008
KIEDERLING Nina J. Vandergrift
"June" - Age 84, of Elmira, NY, died on Tuesday, July 24, 2007, at
home. She was born on June 1, 1923 in Athens, PA, to the late Arthur and Ethel
(Butts) Kiederling. June is survived by her children, David (Mary Ellen)
Vandegrift of Lowman, and Richard (Stella) Vandegrift of Kissimmee, FL;
daughters, Barbara Hrasdzira of Nashville, TN, and Carolyn Vandegrift of
Elmira; brother, Albert Kiederling of Elmira; sister, Mildred Dyer of FL; 11
grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; along with several nieces and nephews;
and special friend and caregiver, Linda Solar of Elmira. Family and friends are
invited to call on Friday, July 27th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the James D. Barrett
Funeral Home. Calling hours will continue there on Saturday, July 28th, from 2
to 4 and 7 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 8 p.m., with Pastor David
Daniels officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at
the convenience of the family. The family would like to give special thanks to
Dr. Mauri and his staff, the nurses at St. Joseph's Hospital and the Southside
Eckerd's Pharmacy staff for the care given to June.
KIEDERLING - VANDEGRIFT, Nina J. "June"
Age 84, of Elmira, NY, died on Tuesday, July 24, 2007, at home. Family and
friends are invited to call on Friday, July 27th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the James
D. Barrett Funeral Home. Calling hours will continue there on Saturday, July
28th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 8 p.m., with
Pastor David Daniels officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Lawn
Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. The family would like to give
special thanks to Dr. Mauri and his staff, the nurses at St. Joseph's Hospital,
the Southside Eckerd's Pharmacy staff, and Southern Tier Hospice for the care
given to June.
KIEFEL
Albert J. of Horseheads, NY Age 90, died Monday, July 3, 2000 at Manor. Albert
is survived by his daughter Rhoda (Michael) Huston of Corning, 4 grand
children; 4 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Dorothy
Ignatius of Ohio and Florence (Forest) Johnson of Ohio. Albert was predeceased
by his loving wife, Ina M. (McNelly) Kiefel in 1996 and his sister Helen Flynn.
He was retired from Royal McBee Company, Hartford, Conn. It was Albert's
wish that there be no calling hours a Private Funeral Service will be at the
convenience of the family. Internment will be in Forest Lawn Park. Arrangements
have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home 1050 Penna. Ave. Elmira, NY.
(ESG)
KIES - WALKER Tina Marie Kies
Age 44, of Elmira, died, Monday, March 23, 2009 at St. Joseph's Hospital after a
battle with cancer. Tina was born January 27, 1965, in Buffalo, NY, daughter of
Alice Whitford Kies and the late Benjamin J. Kies. She is survived by her
loving husband of 22 years, David F. Walker; sons, David A., and Derek B.
Walker, both at home; sisters and brother-in-law, Patricia "Patty"
Edger of Corning, Gail and Ralph McIntyre of Beaver Dams; brother and
sister-in-law, Richard and Adele Kies of Painted Post; along with several
aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Tina was a graduate of Corning-Painted
Post East High School and Elmira Business Institute. She was a 15 year employee
of Chemung Canal Trust Company. Tina was a member of the Elmira Wesleyan
Church. A very giving and caring person, Tina also had a great love for all
animals. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and
Walnut Sts., on Thursday, March 26, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A funeral
service will follow at 7:15 p.m. with Pastor Gary Mammarello officiating.
Interment will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Jerusalem Hill Road, Elmira on
Friday, March 27, 2009 at 12:00 noon. Donations in Tina's memory may be sent to
Chemung Canal Trust Company, Walker Educational Fund, c/o Main Office Branch
Manager, 1 Chemung Canal Plaza, Elmira, NY 14901. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 3/24/2009
KIFF –HELEN LOUISE STRAUSS, age 89, Aug. 28, 1998 formerly of Marshall Street in Horseheads. Friends are invited to call at the Smith-Fudge-Marshall Funeral Home, Tuesday 11:00-11:30 a.m. A funeral service will be conducted there following calling hours at 11:30 a.m., by her son, The Rev. A. Richard Strauss. Burial in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. Remembrance may be made to the Chemung County Nursing Facility or one’s favorite charity. The family will provide their own flowers. She was a former member of the Rebecca Lodge in Canton and employed by Eclipse prior to working at the Elmira Country Club. She was a member of Epworth United Methodist Church. She was predeceased by her husband, James V. Strauss in 1994; brother, Donald H. Kiff in 1996; parents, Delos & Lucy C. Kiff; daughter, Donna Lou Strauss. Survivors include her sons and daughter-in-law; A. Richard Strauss of Ithaca; John M. & Josephine Strauss of Elmira; daughter & son-in-law, Linda R. & Marvin M. Bailey of Elmira; brother and sister-in-law John N. & Doris Kiff; grandchildren, James R. & Holly A. Bailey, Marna L. Bailey, Donna Jo Strauss, Airman 3rd Class, John J. Strauss; great-grandchildren, Monica Lynn Brant, Madelyn Olivia Bailey; sister-in-law, Mrs. Ava (Donald) Kiff; also numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. –Elmira Star Gazette.
KILBOURNE Patricia D. Gunderman nee: Kilbourne
Pat, age 65, of Elmira, died on 6/5/12 at Strong Memorial
Hospital in Rochester, NY after a sudden illness. A loving wife, mother,
grandmother, sister, and aunt are survived by her loving husband Richard L.
Gunderman, Sr. and would have celebrated their 45th anniversary July 12th. Born
in Elkland PA on Feb., 24 1947, the daughter of the late Frances Dates &
Herman (Peno) Kilbourne, Sr. Also survived by children Glenn L. (Kathy)
Gunderman II, Pine City, Richard (Kelly Dickey) Gunderman, Jr., Horseheads,
Missy N. (Eric) Allen, Elmira; grandchildren, Alexis R. Gunderman, Johnathan R.
Gunderman, Carter S. Allen, Nick R. Gunderman, Caden J. Allen, Nicole Kress,
Erika Kress, & Samantha Donahue w/ mother Lisa Sebura Gunderman; sisters
Betty (Herb) Luke, Pricilla (Roger) Morgan, Brother Roger (Betty) Kilbourne;
sister & brother-in-law Donna (Nick) Kapnolas; brother-in-law Jim (Michele)
Webster; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins; predeceased by her
sisters, Toots Bliss, Gertrude Tripp; brothers Jack, Dale, and Sonny Kilbourne;
sister-in-law, Gail Webster; mother & father-in-law, Helen & Glenn L.
Gunderman I. She was a retired teacher's aide for children with special needs
in the Elmira City School District. Pat held a special place in her heart for
her grandchildren and adored them dearly. She loved to go on her jeep rides
with Dick up on Gunderman Hill. She was an avid NASCAR fan; her favorite driver
was Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Her passion in life was dancing and listening to her
favorite music. She was a very outgoing and friendly person, and brought a
smile to anyone that she met. The family will receive relatives and friends at
the Kalec Funeral Home on Friday, June 8th from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. Her Funeral
Service there Saturday June 9th at 11 a.m. Burial to follow in Forest Lawn
Memorial Park Cemetery. Star Gazette – June 7, 2012
KING –CAROLA K. BAKER, age 79 of 364 W. Thurston St. Sunday, August 19, 1973. Friends may call at the Hagerman funeral home Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. funeral and committal there Tuesday at 2 p.m. The Rev. James Collea of North Presbyterian Church officiating. Burial in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Survived by sister, Mrs. Harold (Leona) Snyder of Horseheads, N.Y.; brother, Fred Elwell King of Van Etten, N.Y.; several nieces and nephews. She was a member of the North Presbyterian Church, Harmony Chapter O.E.S. and of the Amaranth. –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/20/1973
KING Christian E. Age 31 of Pine Valley, NY died
very unexpectedly on Thursday November 30, 2006. Christian was born September
17, 1975 in West Palm Beach, Florida. He loved fishing, boating, skateboarding,
and basketball. Most of all Christian loved his family and friends and
treasured every moment he spent with them and enjoying life. Christian was a
salesman at Simmons-Rockwell in Big Flats, NY. He was a friend to all and will
be greatly missed by all who were touched by his love and compassion. Christian
was pre-deceased by his grandmother, Lois E. Dillinger Cooper, who died on
September 13, 2005 and by his grandfather Richard McClland. Christian is
survived by his mother Barbara Campbell of Elmira, NY; father and step-mother
Jerry & Jan Mould of Tacoma, WA; brother: Matthew Mould and his children
Zachary Allan Mould and Hannah Nicole Mould of Elmira, NY; grandmother: Arlene
McClland of West Palm Beach, Florida; grandfather: Richard L. Cooper of Elmira,
NY; his fiancée Christy Mattoon and her children Alec Mattoon and David Mattoon
of Pine Valley, NY; several aunts, uncles, cousins and a multitude of friends
including special uncles Thomas Lockwood, Ronald McClland, Scott McClland, and
Thomas McClland. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral
Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Sunday December 3, 2006 from 2-4
PM. Christian's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling
hours with Christopher Caid officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park
in Elmira, NY.
KING - Jeffery, Mina M.
-Age 100, formerly of Horseheads, NY, died on Sunday, November 13, 2011 in Mesquite, TX. She was born on November 12, 1911 to the late Louis and Elvena (Mix) King. Mina was predeceased by her husband, Richard Jeffery and four brothers and one sister. She is survived by her daughters, Jeanne Comfort of SC and Janet Macy of TX; grandchildren, Lori Young of Iowa and Raymond Comfort of Iowa; great-grandchildren, Sara Young of Iowa, Daniel (Stephanie) Young of Iowa and Donald Young of Iowa; nephew, Ronald Thompson of NC. Mina retired from A&P as a cashier after 15 years of service. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, November 18th from 12 to 1 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral service will take place there at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Star Gazette - November 17, 2011
KINGSLEY
–TECLA K. EWING, 93 formerly of Breesport passed away on Wednesday, January
7, 2015 In Oneonta. She was born in Elmira, the daughter of Leo Kingsley and
Susie (Burdick) Kingsley. She married T. Russell Ewing June 28, 1947 in
Elmira. She was the vocal music teacher for the Horseheads School district
for many years. She had resided in Breesport for 67 years where she was a
long time member of the Breesport United Methodist Church and the Eastern
Star of Breesport. She is survived by her children, Elizabeth M. Watkins and
Brenda L. Ewing and Gaylord T. Ewing and wife Linda E. Ewing and several
grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband,
T. Russell Ewing and a son in law, Alexander Watkins. Visitation will be at
the Breesport United Methodist Church on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 from
10:00 am until 11:00 am at which time the funeral service will be held with
the Pastor Chip Possee officiating. Interment will be in Forest Lawn
Memorial Park in Elmira. In lieu of flowers, friends are asked to make
donations to "The Breesport United Methodist Church" 110 Church St.
Breesport, NY. Funeral arrangements are by the Johnston Funeral Home of
Morris. –Elmira Star-Gazette 1/10/2015
RICHARD R. KINKADE age 22 of 2600 47th Ave., North St., Petersburg, Fla., formerly of Elmira, unexpectedly, Friday, Nov. 5, 1971. Friends are invited to call at the MacPherson Funeral Home, Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Tuesday at 11 a.m., Rev. Floyd DeFlyer. Burial in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Full military honors will be accorded at the grave. Survived by mother, Mrs. Bernice Barr of St. Petersburg, Fla.; father, Richard C. Kinkade of Horseheads; brother, Donald L. Kinkade of Elmira; grandmother, M. Katherine Kinkade of the Masonic Home in Utica, N.Y. He was a non-petty officer in the U.S. Navy stationed at the Naval Air Station, Memphis (55) Millington, Tenn. He was a graduate of Southside High School, class of 1966. –Elmira Sunday Telegram 11/7/1971
KINNER Sharon L.
Age 53, of Horseheads, formerly of Elmira, died Sunday, December 13, 2009 in
Hornell. Sharon was born May 8, 1956, daughter of the late Robert J. , Sr. and
Jacqueline Granger Paul. In addition to her parents she is also predeceased by
daughter Stacey Lynn Kinner and brother Robert J. Paul, Jr. Sharon is survived
by her husband of 24 years Donald F. Kinner; daughter Heather M. Kinner;
step-son Richard Savey; brothers and sisters-in-law, Kenneth and Gloria Paul,
James and Becky Paul; 4 granddaughters; mother-in-law Marsha A. Doane;
brothers-in-law, Fred Kinner, with wife Jan, Michael Kinner, Randolph Kinner;
along with several nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws. Sharon was a life
long member of Southern Tier Church of Christ. Friends are invited to Southern
Tier Church of Christ, 351 E. Thurston Street, Elmira, today, Wednesday,
December 16, 2009 from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow.
Interment will then take place at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Donations in
Sharon's memory may be directed to Southern Tier Church of Christ. Published
in Star-Gazette on December 16, 2009
ROGER WILLIAM
KIRTON born January 18, 1945, passed away November 16, 2014. A lifelong
resident of Elmira, NY. Roger was predeceased by his parents, Gordon H.
Kirton and Mildred A. Kirton Saltus and great nephew, William Henry Warrick.
He is survived by brothers, Gary Kirton (Sue), Jim Kirton (Nancy); sisters,
Jan Porter (Jim), Kristine,Grosso; nieces and nephews, Jeanine Pautz, Susie
Kirton, William Warrick, Michael Warrick, Jessica McCann, Brett Kirton,
Margaret Elizabeth Kirton, Ashley Kirton, Amanda Kirton, Joanna Grosso,
Jaclyn Grosso. Roger worked at Thatcher Glass/Anchor Glass and retired after
39.5 years. Roger was a great lover of life. He enjoyed all sports,
especially baseball, Go Mets, and was a big fan of the Kentucky Derby. A
traveler by nature, he often went on trips and frequented the Adirondacks
many times, Blue Mountain lake being a favorite. He was always up for a card
game or a quick trip to the casino. Roger never met a person he didn't like.
He always saw the best in everyone and never had a harsh word to say. Family
and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050
Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY on Friday November 21, 2014 from 5:00 PM to
7:00 PM with Funeral Service there Saturday at 2:00 PM, Lay Pastor John
Knapp will officiate, followed by Graveside Service at Forest Lawn Memorial
Park, Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette –11/20/2014
KISER - WALKER Beverly J. (Kiser)
Age 72, of Elmira. Beverly was born Sept. 8, 1935 in Elmira, NY, to the late
Fred and Flora (Moresman) Kiser, and died after an extended illness on Tues.,
Dec. 11, 2007. She was predeceased by a son, Charles Walker; daughter, Carol
Griffin; brother, Donald Kiser; and sister, Margaret Bennett. Her surviving
family includes her daughters and sons, John (Marsha) Walker of Millport,
Daniel (Sharon) Walker of Wellsburg, Jo-Ellen Briggs of Wellsburg, David (Tina)
Walker of Elmira, Thomas (Deborah) Walker of Lowman; sisters, Joyce Weideman
and Geraldine Pelchy, both of Horseheads, and William (Jackie) Kiser of Elmira;
several grandchildren and several great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.
Beverly was a longtime certified Nurses Aide, working in the Chemung County
Nursing Facility. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral
Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, NY, on Friday, Dec. 14, 2007, from 3-5:00
p.m., where her service will follow at 5:00 p.m. Interment at the convenience
of her family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 12/13/2007.
KIZER -JOYCE L. WEIDEMAN of Horseheads, passed
away peacefully on her 88th birthday, Monday December 1st 2020. She was born
in Elmira on December 1, 1932, daughter of the late Fred and Flora
(Morseman) Kiser. In addition to her parents, Joyce was predeceased by her
siblings Donald Kiser Sr., Margaret Bennett, and Beverly Walker. She is
survived by her children Robert Weideman Jr. of Horseheads, Rick Weideman of
Cayuta, and Lisa (Doug) Miller of Barton; step-grandchildren Joe Miller, and
Melissa (Maura) Chmielowiec, both of Rochester, and Steven Miller of
Newburgh; siblings William Kiser, and Geraldine Pelchy, both of Horseheads;
as well as many niece and nephews. Joyce always prided herself; she retired
from Westinghouse after 30 years of faithful service. She then enjoyed
several years working for the Chemung County Library District at the
Southside and West Elmira branches. She was kind, loving, generous person
and her spirit will live on in the hearts of those who had the pleasure of
knowing her. Family and friends are invited to visit the Barber Funeral
Home, 413 S. Main St., in Horseheads on Monday, December 7th 2020 from 11 am
to 1 pm. Masks will be required along with social distancing with limited
building attendance, following the current guidelines. A private funeral
service will be held with her family; Joyce will be laid to rest in Forest
Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make a
donation of Joyce's name to the Artic League, PO Box 113, Elmira, NY or
articleague.com/donate. -Elmira Star-Gazette 12/4/2020
KISER Daniel J., Sr.
Age 65, of 958 Sullivan St., formerly of Corning, N.Y., Saturday January 27,
1968. Friends may call at Kalec Funeral Home , Monday 7 to 9 p.m. & Tuesday
2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Wednesday at 1 p.m. Forest Lawn Memorial
Park. Survived by his wife, Ruth; daughters, Mrs. Newton (Dorothy) Ketchum of
Gillett, Pa., Mrs. Roger (Jean) Smith of North Benton, Ohio, Mrs. Donald
(Phyllis) Hickman of Newfield, N.Y., Mrs. James (Linda) Freeman of Elmira;
sons, Daniel J. Kiser Jr., Frank Kiser & Gary Kiser, all of Elmira, BM2
Douglas U.S. Navy, Da Nang, Vietnam; 27 grandchildren; one great-grandchild. He
was proprietor of Danny’s Restaurant, Corning, N.Y. - Elmira Star-gazette.
KLINE Doris L. (Kline) Turner, 93, of Lowman, NY, died on Monday, July 11, 2011 at Elderwood in Waverly, NY. She was the loving wife of the late Lester M. Turner who died on October 25, 1997. The couple married April 6, 1941 and had 56 happy years together. Doris was born on November 30, 1917 in Sayre, PA, daughter of the late Peter and Loretta (Redman) Kline. She was a graduate of Athens High School and was Christian by faith. She was a homemaker and helped on the family farm. Doris enjoyed embroidering, crafts, doing search-a-word puzzles, and reading. Doris is survived by her daughters: Karen Hilliard of Gainesville FL, and Marsha Turner of Lowman, NY, her sister Eleanor (Wendell) Chubb of Troy, PA, and several nieces and nephews. Doris was preceded by her parents, her husband Lester, her son Keith L. Turner, her two brothers: Chester and Norman Kline, and her half-sister Ellen Strunk. Family and friends are welcome to call from 10:00-11:00 AM on Monday July 18, 2011 at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc. 279 Main Street Wellsburg, NY. The memorial service to honor Doris' life will be held at 11:00 AM on July 18th at the funeral home with Rev. Randy Stilson of Chemung Christian Fellowship officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made in Doris' memory to the American Diabetes Association 6390 Fly Rd, 2nd Floor East Syracuse, NY. Star Gazette – July 15, 2011
KLINE Randall E. "Johnny" "The
Boss"
Age 85, of So. Greenbush Rd. in Erin, died peacefully surrounded by his loving
family on Wed., April 1, 2009, at the home of his daughter and son-in-law,
Elsie and Wayne Tyson. Randy was born Nov. 1, 1923 in McClure, PA, the son to
the late Reuben and Elsie (Crossgrove) Kline. He is survived by his loving wife
of 61 years, Olive (Wilson) Kline, whom he married Feb. 21, 1948; daughters and
sons, Ruth Combs of Horsheads, NY, Randy (Barb) Kline of Odessa, NY, Elsie
(Wayne) Tyson of Erin, NY, William (Deborah) Kline of Erin, NY, Michael (Becky)
Kline of Burleson, TX; 45 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren; 2
great-great-grandchildren; sister, Geraldine (Keamer) Straub of Beaver Springs,
PA; several nieces, nephews, neighbors, caring friends, health care providers
and caregivers, including Bonnie Tyson. Randy was predeceased by his son, J.J.
and also eight brothers and four sisters. Randy was a retired maintenance
foreman with Thatcher Glass in Elmira and also a local dairy farmer in Erin.
Randy loved his family, was and avid deer hunter, and die-hard John Deere
patron. He also loved his baseball. Family and friends are invited to call at
the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, on Fri., April 3, 2009,
from 3-5:00 p.m. and 7-9:00 p.m. His service will be celebrated in His
Tabernacle Family Church, 16 Level Acres Dr., Horseheads, NY, on Sat., April 4,
2009, at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Michael Spencer officiating. Interment
will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 4/2/2009
KLINE STEWARD A.
Steward A. Kline, 80, of Catlin Hill Road, Beaver Dams, N.Y., died Sunday, Oct.
4, 1987, at his home. He was a retired employee of American LaFrance Company
and a member of Jehovah Witnesses. Surviving are his wife, Mary; two Sons and
daughters-in-law, Charles and Doris Kline of Horseheads, N.Y. and Ronald and
Marilyn Kline of Grays Lake, Ill; one daughter and son-in-law, Margaret and
Joseph Young of Horseheads; three sisters, Anna Stumpff of Pine Valley, N.Y.,
Geraldine and Edna Straub of Middlebury Center; four brothers, Randall of Erin,
N.Y., Reubin of Horseheads, Clifford of McClure, Fred of Beavertown; nine
grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held today,
Oct. 7, at the Ballard and Lindgren Funeral Home.
THEODORE F. KLUMPE JR. 29 of Port Crane, NY died Monday, November 12, 1990 at Binghamton General Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Kathryn Klumpe; 1 son, Theodore F. Klumpe III, both of Port Crane; his mother, Kay F. Boyle of Elmira; his father, Theodore F. Klumpe, Sr. of Unadilla, NY; maternal grandfather, William Stabel of Dunedin, FL; 2 brothers, Allen Klumpe, Fred Klumpe both of Elmira; 1 sister, Dannielle Boyle of Port Crane; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was a letter carrier with the US Postal Service, member of Local N.A.L.C. Branch 333. He was a veteran of the US Marines. Funeral and committal services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Wm. R. Chase & Son Inc. Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St., Port Dickinson, NY with the Rev. Ivan P. Harris officiating. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the Funeral Home, Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/14/1990
RICHARD E. KNAPP,
age 79 of Horseheads, NY, formerly of Pine City, NY. He was born March 24,
1935 in Morris Run, PA, son of the late Fred and Anna Rose (Beaderman) Knapp
and passed away Friday, October 17, 2014 at home after an extended illness.
He was predeceased by his wife of 41 years, Colleen (Bennett) Knapp in 2001,
and is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law Sandra and Dale Petroff of
Cazenovia, NY, Lori and Stephen Kankus of Marcellus, NY, and Teri and Mickey
Burdick of Horseheads; grandchildren Alexander and Nicholas Petroff, Abigail
Kankus, Cassandra and Tyler Burdick; sisters and brothers-in-law Beverly and
Dennis Sullivan of Dallas, TX, Patricia and Gary Casterline of Elmira;
brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law David and Mary Margaret Bennett of FL,
James and Mary Jo Bennett of Horseheads along with several nieces, nephews
and cousins. Dick retired from Thatcher Glass, Purolator, and Arnot Ogden
Medical Center. He was a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Parish (Ss. Peter
and Paul Church). Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent
Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Thursday October
23rd from 4 to 7 pm. Prayers will be offered there on Friday October 24th at
9:30 am followed by his Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in Ss. Peter &
Paul Church. Interment will take place at Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the
convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing, may remember
Dick through donations to the Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Ave. Elmira, NY
or CareFirst, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY. His family thanks the
staff of Crispin Hill, Appleridge for their dedicated and loving care.
–Elmira Star-Gazette 10/21/2014
KNICKERBOCKER Harry C.
A longtime Southside resident died peacefully in his home in the care of his
loving family and Southern Tier Hospice on Saturday morning, October 18, 2008
at the age of 87. Born on June 23, 1921 in Bradford, NY, Harry was the son of
the late Henry & Belle Meade Knickerbocker. In addition to his parents he
was also predeceased by his brother, Lauren. Harry was employed by Hardinge
Bros. Corp. for many years until his retirement. His interests included fishing
and hunting. Harry enjoyed working around his home, maintained a meticulous
lawn, was a woodworker who made very detailed doll houses and is remembered as
a loving and supportive family man. In serving his country he was a WWII Navy
Veteran who survived Pearl Harbor and was also member of the American Legion
Clarence Oliver Post # 154, Elmira Heights. Surviving is his beloved family,
wife and companion of 27 years, Virginia Smith Knickerbocker; Harry's children,
Michael (Sarah) Knickerbocker, Colchester, CT; Sandra Jean (James) Langstine,
Punta Gorda, FL; Howard (Sue) Knickerbocker, Elmira; Scott (Celeste)
Knickerbocker, Pine City; seven stepchildren, a sister-in-law, Cecil
Knickerbocker, Caledonia, NY; several grandchildren, great grandchildren,
nieces, nephews and family friends who will be received at Caywood's Funeral
Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Tuesday, October 21, 2008
between the hours of 4-7 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Wednesday
morning at 10 a.m. with the Reverend William Vallet officiating. Graveside committal
services will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park where full military honors
will be accorded Mr. Knickerbocker. Harry's family wishes to acknowledge and
thank Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning, Rd. Corning, NY 14830 for
their outstanding care during his illness and requests that in lieu of flowers
donations be directed in his memory. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 10/19/2008
JOSEPH ‘POPS’ KNICKERBOCKER age 81 formerly of 217 Columbia St., Elmira, NY, Wednesday, January 30, 1991 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home, Saturday, 2 to 4 pm. Funeral and committal services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours (4 pm), Major Ernest Ashcraft officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. He is survived by his wife, Mar Francis; daughter, Eva Lewis; son, Joe William (Ann) Knickerbocker, Sr.; grandchildren, Carl and Mary Ann Lewis, Aaron Bristow, Joe William, Jr., all of Elmira. Joseph was a member of the Salvation Army Elmira Citadel. –Elmira Star-Gazette 2/1/1991
KNOWLTON –DIANA LEE WARTERS, 86, of Hillcrest Road, died March 19, 2019 at the Oak Hill Manor Nursing Home. Born February 11, 1933 to the late Scott and Velma Rouse Knowlton. She was also pre-deceased by her loving husband Lowell Warters in 2013. Diana was an Avid reader, and enjoyed crafts and genealogy. Survivors include her sons: Tom Mychack of Phoenix, AZ and Timothy (Lydia) Mychack of Ithaca and daughter: Paula Mychack of Oregon. Grandchildren: Matthew and Aaron Mychack and Ashley and Calvin Benson, step grandchildren: Terry Warters, Wendi Westervelt, Keith (Linda) Warters, Pam (Bob) Haven, Jpan Kuryla and Their families on NY and PA. and a Sister-in-law: Margaret Rothwell of Clearwater, FL. Private Graveside services will be held in the Spring at the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Elmira, NY. Bangs Funeral Home will be assisting the family. –Elmira Star-Gazette 3/21/2019
KNOX, Dayton B. Elmira Star-Gazette October 14, 1981 pg 93 Knox, Dayton B. Sr. 75 of 310 Lynhurst Ave. Horseheads, Tuesday October 13, 1981. Friends may call at the Ballard & Lindgren Funeral Home, Elmira Heights, Thursday 2-4 & 7-9. Funeral services at Our Saviors Evangelical Lutheran Church, Westinghouse Rd., Horseheads Friday 11 am Rev. Edwin Larson officiate. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery, Elmira. In lieu of flowers, family requests contributions to Our Saviors Evangelical Lutheran Church, Westinghouse Rd. Horseheads. Survived by his wife of 55 years, M. Julia Knox; Daughters Mrs. Jerome (Jean) Kerwan of Elmira Heights, Mrs. Donald (Charlotte) Mc Cracken of Horseheads and Mrs. Joseph (Marion) Agan of Elmira Heights; sons and daughters-in-law; Richard & Shirley Knox of Horseheads, Dayton Jr. (Pete) & Dianne Knox of Chemung and Morris & Elizabeth of Horseheads; 16 grandchildren, several nieces & nephews. Mr. Knox was a member of Our Saviors Evangelical Lutheran Church, Order of the Elks BPOE Horseheads Lodge 2297, 41 year employee of Elmira College before his retirement. He retired as Superintendent of Buildings & Grounds.
Funeral Notice Sunday Telegram October 18, 1981 page 3b Knox, Dayton B. Sr. of 310 Lynhurst Ave. Horseheads. Funeral services were held at Our Saviors Evangelical Lutheran Church Friday at 11am. Rev. Edwin Larson Officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers Ronald Knox, Thomas Knox, Dennis Knox, Jeffery Knox, William Berg. Dan Mc Cracken & Frederick Gilbert. Submitted by Janet Loftus - Janetl1111@aol.com
GLENN A. KNOTT
SR. of Elmira Heights: age 76, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at
the Robert Packer Hospital. Glenn was born in Elmira on October 14, 1938, a
son of the late Charles Stanley and Anna (Phillips) Knott. He was also
predeceased by sisters, Virginia Seeley and Frances Rice; brother Robert
Knott. Glenn is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Fay Blakey Knott;
children Charles Stanley, II and Molly Knott of Elmira Heights with their
daughters Jamie (with fiancé Chris Reynard) and Nicole Knott; Glenn A.
Knott, Jr. of Knoxville PA with his children Andrew and Lindsey Knott;
Christine A. and David Dinus of Elmira Heights NY with their son Michael
Dinus; great grandchildren, Jacob Charles and Christian Jude Reynard;
sisters and brother-in-law, Vivian Comfort of Horseheads NY, June and Lloyd
Scott of Millport NY; sister-in-law Arlene Troccia of Elmira; several
nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; family dogs, Leo, Lola and Cali. Glenn
served for several years in the Army Reserve. He worked for Thatcher Glass
in Elmira Heights for 20 years before going to work as a New York State
Corrections Officer from where he retired. He was a member of the Elmira
Heights American Legion. Glenn loved the outdoors, he was an avid hunter and
fisherman. The most important part of his life was his family. He was a
loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He will be truly missed.
Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, 502 W. West Water
Street on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. A funeral
service will follow at 5:30 p.m. Burial will take place on Thursday, January
29, 2015 at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. –Elmira Star-Gazette 1/26/2015
KRAMER - LYMAN
Barbara Kramer Of Pine City, NY, cherished by her family and many friends, she
died Thursday March 10, 2005, at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, after a brief
illness. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Francis Lyman; son, Craig
Lyman; a grandson, Shane Buzzetti; a sister, Dania Brinthaupt; honorary
daughters, Kathy Frisk and Leila Tchulukhadze; an honorary granddaughter, Julie
Clearwater; an honorary great-grandson, Lewis Clearwater all of Elmira, NY. She
also leaves many in-laws, nieces and nephews. A son, Burt Lyman, predeceased
her. Barb was retired from the Chemung County Department of Social Services and
was a graduate of EFA and Elmira College. In her retirement she was an active
member of Trinity Episcopal Church, the Elmira Garden Club, senior citizens
painting program at Chapel Park, in short any activity that would allow her to
interact with the things she loved most, people and nature. She will be sorely
missed by the many, whose lives she touched. Uh-Oh!! Family and friends are
invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Monday
from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with Funeral Mass held Tuesday at 11:00
a.m. in Trinity Episcopal Church, 304 North Main St., Elmira, followed by
graveside service at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations
to Trinity Episcopal Church or Elmira College, in Barb's memory would be
appreciated.
KRAMER - SCHICHTEL, Kathleen M.
Age 83, of Elmira, NY and formerly from Chemung, NY, died Thursday, September
18, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira. Kathleen was born on November 21,
1924 in Sloan, NY, daughter of the late Harold and Pansy (Shreve) Kramer.
Kathleen was predeceased by her husband, Lawrence in 1988. Survivors include
her daughters, Dawn (Duncan) MacNaughton of Chemung, NY, Kathleen Lovell of
Elmira and Beth (Jeff) Flanagan of LeRaysville, PA; sons, Lawrence (Jane)
Schichtel of S. Waverly, PA and Dale Schichtel of Horseheads, NY;
grandchildren, Colleen Gross, Michael MacNaughton, Heather Lovell, Abbey
Lovell, Lauren Schichtel, Megan and Sean Flanagan; great-grandchildren, Jessica
and Justin Millard and Brandon Gross. Family and friends are invited to a
Graveside Service on Saturday, September 20, 2008, at 1 p.m. in Forest Lawn
Memorial Park. Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/19/2008
KREBS - RIDER
Alice P. Age 81, formerly of Bethany Manor, Horseheads, NY, died Saturday, June
18, 2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira, NY. Alice was born in Elmira,
daughter of the late Robert and Louise (Miller) Krebs. Survivors include
daughters, Joan Stoquert of Sayre, PA, and Dolores (Russ) Wilcox of Elmira
Heights, NY; sister, Marjorie (Lenny) Gray; seven grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren;
several nieces and nephews. Alice was predeceased by her husband, Adelbert in
1991; sisters, Madeline Krebs and Eleanor Miller; brother, Robert Krebs. Alice
enjoyed the outdoors especially camping with her family. She also loved cooking
and baking. Family and friends are invited to call Wednesday, June 22, 2005,
from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services
will follow at 12 p.m. with Rev. Belvy White officiating. Interment will take
place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family.
KRUM Harvey Formerly of 604 Moreland Ave. Elmira went home to be with the Lord on Saturday morning, February 18, 2006 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility where he had been residing at the age of 95. Harvey was born in Neversink, NY beloved son of Benjamin & Elvira Krum. Surviving is his loving daughter and son-in-law, Barbara & William Wigsten, Millerton, PA; granddaughters, Robin (Wayne) Niles, Horseheads; Kimberly (Rich) Pettitt, Canisteo; several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews; a sister, Florence Peterson, NJ. He was predeceased by his loving wife and devoted friend of 55 years, Frances Marjorie Freer Krum in 1992 also predeceasing Harvey were his 7 brothers, Millard, Everett, Harold, Leslie, Benjamin, George and William; and 6 sisters, Edna Alice, Helen, Lillian, Irene and Bertha. He retired from the Remington Rand after many years of service. Harvey loved to hunt, was a devoted fisherman on Keuka Lake and enjoyed his lovely grandchildren and great grandchildren. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Tuesday February 21, 2006 between the hours of 2-4 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 4 p.m. with the Reverend Laurie Greenlawn officiating. Graveside services will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at his families convenience on Wednesday morning. Memorial donations may be directed to the Patch Work Puppets Christian Ministry, RD2 Box 876 Gillett, PA 16925 in Harvey's memory.
KRUMLOFF - LOOP
Edith F. (Krumloff) Age 77, of Maplehurst Park in Horseheads, died after a
brief illness Monday, May 30, 2005, at home surrounded by her family. Edith was
born Oct. 5, 1927 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Earl and Frances (Morgan)
Krumloff and raised on the family farm and what is currently the land occupied
by Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira. She is survived by her loving husband,
Edward Loop with whom she married Feb. 28, 1948. Her family also include her
sister and brother-in-law, June and Jack Whitaker of Horseheads; along with
several nieces and nephews, and many dear friends and special neighbors. Edye
was a member of Women's Auxiliary of the First United Church of Christ in
Elmira. She also worked in housekeeping at both St. Joseph's' Hospital and
Elcor Nursing Facility. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber
Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, today, Wednesday, June 1, 2005,
from 6 to 8:00 p.m., and again on Thursday, June 2, 2005 from 10:00 a.m.
to11:00 a.m. where her service will follow there at the funeral home at 11:00
a.m. Interment to follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Those wishing may also
express their sympathy with memorials to Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East
Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830.
KUYKENDALL
–CHARLOTTE E. BRIMMER, 76, of 3104 Lake Road, Horseheads died Oct. 15, 1986
at the Arnot-Ogden Memorial Hospital. Born July 2, 1910, she was the
daughter of Jacob Kuykendall and Jessie Hankinson. Surviving are a daughter,
Mrs. Daniel (Donna) McGrain of Pine City; son, Robert L. Brimmer Jr. of
Horseheads, William J. and Nancy Brimmer of Elmira; eight grandchildren;
four great-grandchildren; brother, Glenn Kuykendall of Towanda; sister; Iva
Simpson of Sacramento, Calif., Dorothy Hiam of Ashgabula, Ohio, Hazel
Broschart of State College, Myrtle Hall and Alice Decker, both of Towanda,
brothers-in-law, Hugh Brimmer of Sayre, George R. Brimmer of Elmira, Reuben
W. Brimmer of Rome; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased
by her husband Robert L. Brimmer, Sr. on Jan. 11, 1971. Funeral and
committal services will be held Thursday at 8:30 p.m. at the Olthof Funeral
Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira with the Rev. Robert Searle
officiating. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Calling hours
will be Thursday from 2-4 and 7-8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. –Towanda
Daily Review
KYLE, Helen M. Thornton, Helen M. Kyle Age 87 of
110 Colonial Dr., Horseheads, N.Y. Friday, May 20, 1983. No visitation. Friends
are invited to attend the funeral and committal service to be held Monday at
the McCarthy Funeral Home at a time to be announced. Burial in forest Lawn
Memorial Park. Survived by 2 nieces and one nephew. Helen was a member of The
First Church of Christ Scientist, a member of the Order of the Eastern Star
Chapter 265 and a retired employee of the S. F. Iszard Co. with 30 years of
service. Submitted by Janet Loftus - Janetl1111@aol.com
LAIN – Mrs. Leora I. Baker, age 80, of Santa Ana,
CA, formerly of 905 Sycamore St., Elmira, NY, died, Wednesday, December 31,
1986, while visiting family and friends in Elmira. Friends are invited to call
at the Olthof Funeral Home, Saturday 7-9 PM, and Sunday 2-4 PM, with Funeral
and Committal Services there at the conclusion of Calling Hours. The Rev.
Carlton Baker and Rev. George Brasser officiating. Interment, Forest Lawn Memorial
Park. Survived by children, Lulu Stewart of Santa Ana, CA with whom she
resided, Carlton Baker of Conewango Valley, NY, Ronald Baker of Gorham, NY, and
Larry Baker of Horseheads, NY; sisters, Elizabeth Woodbury, Clara Sheive, and
Bernice Eighmey; brothers, James and Archie Lain, all of Millerton, PA area; 9
grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren. Leora was a member of the Hillcrest
Baptist Church. She was predeceased by her husband, Fred of 56 years, June 30,
1984.
LAMBERSON
–RACHEL ERLE, 92, of the Chemung County Nursing Facility, formerly of
Charles St., Elmira died Monday Dec. 4, 1989. She was a native of Dushore
and was the daughter of G. and Amanda Steiner Lamberson. Mrs. Earle was a
member of the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and the Eastern Star Harmony
Chapter. She is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Theresa Earle of
Horsesheads, Phyllis and Milton Horning of Pine City, NY, Lucille Fenton of
Wyalusing, PA, Audrey Earl of Burlington, NC; six grandchildren; several
great-grandchildren; sisters, Addie Newber and Mary Norconk, bot of Dushore,
PA; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband,
Stanley in 1966. The family will receive relatives and friends at the Don
Kalec Funeral Home, 705 E. Church St., Elmira on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7
to 8 p.m. The funeral and committal service will immediately follow at 8
p.m. The Rev. Todd Lamberton will officiate. Interment will be in Forest
Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. –Towanda Daily Review
LANDON Dale M
Elmira: Age 75, died at his home on Friday, September 30, 2011. Dale was born in Elmira on May 8, 1936, a son of the late C. Herbert and Laura House Landon. He is also predeceased by his son Gary Landon. Dale is survived by his wife of 41 years, Elaine Cowan Landon; children, Wendy Landon Wolcott with husband Butch of Horseheads, Stacie Landon of Elmira, Robert Harris of Elmira, Vickie Harris Paul with husband Wayne of Cheyenne WY; sister Beverly Landon Mitchell with husband Rho "Buck" of Albion NY; grandchildren, Tara Dobson, Michael, Matthew and Anthony Paul, Danielle and Nicole Wolcott and Jared Turner; great grandchildren, Alijah and Giavanna Paul, and Bryson Edger; several nieces and nephews; and his canine companion Princess. Dale had worked at Thatcher Glass as a mold maker for 30 years. He then went to work for Bill's Machine Shop before retiring as a corrections officer from the Chemung County Jail. While at the jail he was known as "Pops" by both the inmates and staff. In earlier years Dale had been a member of the Naval Reserve and a volunteer fireman with the Elmira Heights Fire Department. He was an avid card player, deer hunter, NASCAR race fan, wrestling fan, and enjoyed playing the lottery scratch off tickets. Dale was also fond of Lake Bonin where he had a camper for 10 years. He was a member of the "8th Ward Brotherhood" and a former member of the Horseheads Moose Club. Dale was famous for his story telling and for making peanut brittle. His peanut brittle was a Christmastime favorite for many. Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets, on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow at 7:15 p.m. A private burial will take place at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Dale's family would like to offer special thanks to Southern Tier Hospice, especially Kate, and his barber Jim at Lake Road Unisex for the wonderful care and compassion shown to Dale over the last few months. In memory of Dale, those wishing may make contributions to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning NY 14830.
LATTIN Mr. Fred
Age 80 of the Snake Hill Road RD3, Horseheads, Saturday, August 21, 1976 at St.
Joseph’s Hospital. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads,
Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. & Tuesday from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral
& committal services will be held there on Wednesday at 11 a.m. The Rev.
Albert J. Webster officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. He is
survived by his wife, Mrs. Pearl (Southard) Lattin; son, John R. Lattin of
Horseheads; sisters, Mrs. Arlo (Myra) Wescott of Lansing, N.Y., Mrs. Florence
Lewis of Westfield, Pa., Mrs. Carrie Belnap of Burdett, Mrs. Amanda Swartout of
Seneca Falls; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; several nieces &
nephews. Mr. Lattin was a retired employee of Dean & Lee Feed Mill. He was
awarded the Carnegie Medal for Heroism in 1945. He was a life member of Beaver
Brook Rod & Gun Club.
LAUFERSWEILER - CHRISTIAN
Grace N. April 2, 1968 December 20, 2001 Went to join our family in Heaven
after a long courageous battle with AIDS and cancer. She is survived by her
loving mother and father Catherine and Sylvester Lauferswiler; sons and
daughter Emery and LeeAnn Rice, Joseph Rice and Rachel Rice; brothers and
sister Christopher and Jamadie Lauferswiler, John Lauferswiler, Cynthia and
Robert Bastian; 4 grandchildren; several aunts, uncles and cousins; very
special niece Keisha Lynn Christian; her loving companion and best friend
Bernard Sharpe; a host of special friends including Connie Sharpe, Tom Hydzik,
John Smith, Sr. and a long and enduring friendship with Dr. Joel Moses. Family
and friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Sunday, December
23rd from 1-3PM. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the
convenience of the family.
LEARN Genevieve L. (Colegrove)
Age 93; formerly of Ridge Road, Horseheads, New York; died Monday August 7, 1995 at Schuyler Hospital, Montour Falls, NY. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Lois & Donald Stump of Mandeville, LA; son and daughter-in-law Wendell and Arlene Learn of Horseheads, NY and Mrs. Esther Learn of Odessa, NY; 13 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Learn was pre-deceased in 1982 by her husband Carl C. Learn and in 1992 by her son Malcolm C. Learn. Mrs. Learn was a member of the Catherine United Methodist Church, the Veteran Grange and Cooperative Extension. Friends are invited to call at the Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, 534 Church St., Odessa, NY on Wednesday from 7-9 PM. Her funeral and committal service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday at 1 P.M. The Reverend Sigurd risiansen officiating. Internment Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY. The family will provide folwers. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Catherine United Methodist Church or the Schuyler County Volunteer Ambulance Association. Submitted by Bill Thompson
LEFLER - TENBROECK
Marian Lugoff, SC Funeral services for Marian Louise Lefler Tenbroeck, 84, will
be held Thursday, March 15, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. at Kornegay Funeral Home Lugoff
- Elgin Chapel with burial to follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Rev. Jerry
Lord will officiate. The family will receive friends Wednesday, March 14, 2007,
from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Kornegay Funeral Home Lugoff - Elgin Chapel. Memorials
may be made to St. John's United Methodist Church, 45 Roseborough Road, Lugoff,
SC 29078. Mrs. Tenbroeck, widow of Earle Robert Tenbroeck, Jr., died Sunday,
March 11, 2007. Born in Wilhawanna, PA, she was the daughter of the late Aubrey
and Anna Louise Lindsley Lefler. Mrs. Tenbroeck was a member of St. John's
United Methodist Church. Surviving are her children, Ann Marie Bell of Pennsville,
NJ, Eileen L. McFall and her husband, Daniel of Hopkins, and Douglas Earle
Tenbroeck, of Ithaca, NY; grandchildren, Alicia Bell, Brendan Bell, Major Pete
Burke, and Mashelle Craine. Kornegay Funeral Home Lugoff - Elgin Chapel is in
charge of arrangements.
WILLIAM L. LEFT,
age 77 of Southport, NY. Passed away very unexpectedly at home on December
17, 2015. He was born in Tyrone, Pennsylvania November 12th, 1938; The son
of the late Gerald and Almeda (Ameigh) Leff. Surviving is his wife of 35
years, Kathleen (Ackley) Leff; daughter, Tammy (Mike Ward) Barton of Pine
City; son, William Jr. (Crystal) Leff of Cochranville, PA; son, Scott
(Tammy) Leff of Bentley Creek; daughter, Stacey Ostrander of Troy, PA.;
daughter: Susan (Greg) Snyder of Millerton, PA; 12 grandchildren, and seven
great-grandchildren; sister, Mildred Turner of Southport; along with several
nieces and nephews; father-in-law, Charles D. Ackley of Burdett, NY;
sisters-in-law, Charlene (Albert) Root, Darlene (Dick) Jaynes, Eileen (Rick)
Dean; brother-in-law, Charles D.(Jan) Ackley; sister-in-law, Marlene
McMinds; along with best friends, Neil Alden, and Glen Jacobson. William was
a retired correction officer, and Member of the Pennsylvania Avenue United
Methodist Church. He was loved by his many family members and friends from
all walks of life. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof
Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY Saturday, December
19th, 2015 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM and 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Funeral services
celebrating Williams' life will be held at the conclusion of the calling
hours at 8:00PM. Graveside services will remain private at the family's
convenience in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The Reverend William Vallet
will officiate. –Elmira Star-Gazette 12/18/2015
LEMUNYAN Linda D.
Age 47, of Horseheads, NY, died on Saturday, March 28, 2009, at the Arnot Ogden
Medical Center. She was born on May 9, 1961 in Elmira, NY to James and Margaret
(Rinwalske) LeMunyan. Linda was predeceased by her father, James LeMunyan;
infant daughter, Cheyenne LeMunyan; and grandparents, Leo and Ethel Rinwalske
and Phillip and Bertha LeMunyan. Survivors include her longtime companion,
Melvin Weigel of Horseheads; son, Eric (Megan Rose) Weigel of Elmira Heights;
mother, Margaret LeMunyan of Elmira; sister, Laura (Gary) Nuss of Pine City;
several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins and her faithful companions,
Chevy, Harley, Haley, Grandma's Baby and Tie-Dye. Family and friends are
invited to call on Tuesday, March 31st, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the James D.
Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral Services will take place there on Wednesday,
April 1st, at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/30/2009
LEONARD
Ralph Age 87, of Sullivanville, NY, died peacefully Thursday morning, May 25,
2006, at home. Ralph was born July 2, 1918 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late
William H. and Grace E. Kelley Leonard. He retired from Thatcher Glass after 34
years of employment. Preceding him in death was his wife, Velma Burguess in
October of 1999. Survivors include his sons, Ralph C. Leonard, Ronald (Kathy)
Leonard, both of Sullivanville, and James (Sandra) Leonard of Blossburg, PA;
daughter, Sandra (Richard) Benson of Troy, PA; grandchildren, Billy Jo, Krista,
Kelly, Ronda and Nicholas; nine great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews
and cousins. Family and friends will be welcomed at Sullivan's Funeral Home,
365 E. Franklin St., at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY (607-739-2035) on Saturday, May
27, 2006, from 2-4 p.m. Mr. Leonard's Funeral Service will be held at the
conclusion of calling hours. Interment will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial
Park at the convenience of the family.
LEONARD - Wanda L. Peters, age 83, formerly of Main Street Chemung, N.Y. died Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008 at Elderwood Care Facility Waverly, N.Y. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2008 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc. 279 Main Street. Wellsburg, N.Y. Her service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 4 p.m. with Reverend Dan Burgess of the Chemung United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, N.Y. Wanda was born Dec. 30, 1924 in Big Pond, Pa. daughter of the late Harold and Evon Chamberlain Leonard. She was married to the late Harold D. Peters. Wanda was a member of the Chemung United Methodist Church, Chemung United Methodist Women and taught Sunday School. Her other intrests included Tuesday morning bowling, oil painting and enjoying the time she spent with her family especially her grandchildren. Survivors include her children, Dwight and Tracey Peters of Prescott, Ariz., Dean and Mary Peters of Cave Creek, Ariz., Gary and Jessie Peters of Chemung, N.Y., Scott and Peggy Peters of Waverly, N.Y., Brian Peters of Scranton, Pa., Linda & Glenn Baker of Newnan, Ga., Susan and Gerald Plaisted of Waverly, N.Y., Cindy and Don Morgan of Sayre, Pa., Terri and Rick Frerich of Augusta, Ga., Dawn and Jondale Howey of Barton, N.Y.; 65 plus grandchildren, great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; a sister-in-law, Audrey Leonard; surrogate sister Martha DePew of Chemung, N.Y.; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Wanda was predeceased by her parents, husband Harold D. Peters, her son Jess Duane Peters and brother Mark Leonard. RHW. Sayre Morning Times.
LESTER - UNWIN, MARIAN AVA
Age 86, of Harper St., Elmira, NY, died unexpectedly on May 24, 2009 at St.
Joseph Hospital, Elmira. Friends may call at the BAKER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME on
Friday, May 29, from 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Funeral services and interment of Marian's
ashes will take place at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira at the convenience
of the family. Flowers are welcome or those wishing may make memorials to a
charity of one's choice. Marian is survived by a daughter, Shirley F. Unwin of
Elmira; sons and daughters-in-law, Leonard Jr. and Dawn (Rich) Unwin of
Horseheads, NY, Ronald and Renee (LaGier) Unwin of Elmira; grandchildren,
Eugene Unwin, Suzanne (Patrick) Unwin, Theresa Carter, Gina Unwin, Kim and Adam
Broadwell, Nickolas, Ciara and Anthony Sampsell; great-grandchildren, Brian,
Dylan, and Nicole Smith, Justin and Victoria Blaney, Justin Carter, and John
Michael Unwin; many nieces and nephews. Marian was predeceased by her parents,
John and Nellie Lester; husband, Leonard S. Unwin, Sr. in 2000; son, Stewart E.
Unwin in 1998; brothers, John and Merle Lester; sisters, Ellen Kirschki, and
Janice McConnell. Marian's joys in life were being a stay at home mom with all
her family.
LEWIS –FRANCES E. WOLFE, 66 of Troy died on Thursday, April 17, 2003 at Troy Community Hospital. She was born on Aug. 18, 1916 in Elmira, N.Y. to the late Horace “Mike” and Minnie (Baker) Lewis Jr. Frances was predeceased by her husbands, Albert Richardson and Merle Wolfe and sister, Jennie French. Survivors include her sister, Mable Lewis of Troy; step-daughter, Patricia Bennett of Elmira; nieces, Amy (Richard) Farnham of Horseheads, Joan Andrews of Elmira and Judith (Ron) Wells of Colorado; nephew, Keith (Cara) Tyra of Ithaca, N.Y.; great-niece, Michelle Farnham of Horseheads and great-nephew, Scott Farnham of Horseheads; along with several close friends. Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, April 21 from noon to 2 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral home, 1004 Lake St., Elmira, N.Y. Funeral and committal services will follow at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Glen Kennedy officiating. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, N.Y. –Towanda Daily Review
LEWIS Robert L.
Age 86, formerly of Elmira, NY, died Wednesday, March 5, 2008, in Leesburg, FL.
Robert was born in Elmira. He retired from the US Postal Services as a letter
carrier in Elmira and Elmira Heights after many years of service. He was a
Methodist, member of the American Legion Post #154 in Elmira Heights and a
member of the National Association of Letter Carriers. Survivors include his
wife, Lois J. (Goodwin) Lewis of Leesburg, FL; sons, Rev. Robert B. Lewis of
Commerce, GA, and James E. Lewis of Monroe, NY; stepdaughter, Deborah Powell of
Dallas, NC; stepson, Douglas Powell and family of Wellsboro, PA; sister, Doris
E. Fecich of Horseheads, NY; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Family and friends are invited to call Thursday, April 10, 2008, from 6 to 8
p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held for
Robert on Friday, April 11, at 10 a.m. in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 4/9/2008.
LEWIS –VERONICA L. ‘RONI’ LOUDENSLAGER - Former Manager of Gino's Pizzeria on College Ave. Age 60, of 669 Park Place, Elmira died on November 15, 2002 after a brave battle with lung cancer. She was born on December 9, 1941 in Elmira, NY to the late Gerald and Lulu (Kelley) Lewis. Roni was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Loudenslager and her step-daughter, Gloria Loudenslager. She will be greatly missed by her children, Brenda, Teshia and Russell Miller, Tammy (Bruce Bush) Sullivan, West (Lisa Weideman) Loudenslager, Donna and Larry Loudenslager, Tammy (Colby) Bellows, Joseph (Tina) Loudenslager; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also left behind her loving brothers, Gerald (Peggy) Lewis and Samuel (Roxanne) Lewis, along with several nieces and nephews. Roni was a member of the Women's Powder Puff Bowling League at Dixie Lanes for many years and was an avid bingo and poker player. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, November 20th from 1 to 2 PM at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 2 PM with Rev. Donald Knapp officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. –Elmira Star Gazette
LIDDY –MRS. ESTHER L. RANDALL, 72, of 1405 Lake St., Saturday, Nov. 3, 1962. She was a member of the First Methodist Church. Survived by husband, Raymond C. Randall; son, Herbert E. of Owego; brother, Charles Liddy of Chemung; four grandchildren. Body at Holly-Keck Funeral Home. Calling hours today 7 to 9 p.m., Tuesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Wednesday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Lullus D. Bell. Forest Lawn Memorial Park. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/5/1962
LILLEY –PATRICIA A. (LILLEY) LARRISON, age 74, of Elmira, NY, died Saturday, May 31, 2003, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Patricia is the daughter of the late Ward and Genevieve Lilley; and beloved wife of the late George H. Larrison, Jr. She is survived by her children; daughters and sons-in-law, Cynthia (Cindy) and Robert Harrell of Amarillo, TX, Carol and Dale Stewart of Colorado Springs, CO, Debra Lynn Larrison of Texas; sons and daughters-in-law, Ward (Mike) and Kathy Larrison, Walter Larrison, Danny Larrison, all of Colorado Springs, CO, William (Skip) and Debra Ann Larrison, Jay and Claire Larrison, all of Elmira, NY, and David Larrison of NC. Patricia is also survived by her sister, Helen Jane Devore of Rochester, NY; and sister-in-law, Doris Lilley Quinn of Pine City, NY; 22 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her loving husband, George; mother and father, Genevieve and Ward Lilley; sister, Sandra Davis; and brother, William Lilley. Patricia was a communicant of St. Mary's Church. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, on Tuesday, June 3, 2003, from 2 to 4 p.m. Funeral service will be held at St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin St., Elmira, on Wednesday, June 4, 2003, at 9:30 a.m. with Deacon Robert Stowell officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. –Elmira Star Gazette.
LINCOLN, Robert H.
Age 88, of Westfield, PA, was born September 18, 1918 in Knoxville, PA, the son
of the late Romer and Frances Lincoln. died on Tuesday, April 10, 2007,
peacefully at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Robert is predeceased by his
loving wife, Annabelle, who died November 17th, 2004 and his granddaughter,
Heather Allen. He is survived by his sons, Richard L. (Sally) Lincoln of Pine
City, NY, L. Dean (Vicki) Lincoln of PA, Bruce (Carol) Lincoln of Elmira, NY,
Earl Lincoln of Clifton Springs, NY, Robert Lincoln, Jr. of Elmira, NY;
daughter-in-law, Susan Lincoln of Clifton Springs, NY; nine grandchildren, and
seven great-grandchildren. Robert was retired from Swift Glass. He was a proud
Army veteran during the European Theater of World War II. After his retirement
Robert and Annabelle loved attending major league baseball games up and down
the east coast. The family of Robert will gather privately at the Olthof
Funeral Home, Inc., followed by a private funeral service celebrating the life
of Robert. Reverend Horace Stoddard will officiate. Graveside services will be
in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. Those wishing
may make memorials in Robert's name to the charity of one's choice. The family
wishes to extend their sincere gratitude and thanks for the kindness and loving
care given to Robert by the 6th floor staff at the Chemung County Nursing
Facility.
LISK - LOCKE Hilda Marie
Age 69 of 269 West 13th Street Elmira Heights, NY died on Sunday November 11,
2007 after a courageous battle with cancer. Hilda was born June 1, 1938 in
Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Fred and Gladys Bertha Jayne Lisk Jr. She
married her husband, Dale Barnes Locke, on June 20, 1958 and they recently
celebrated their 49th Wedding Anniversary on June 20, 2007. Hilda loved
crocheting and above all she loved her family and friends and cherished the
time she spent with them. She was pre-deceased by her parents and by her son Charles
F. Locke who died on January 17, 1959. Hilda is survived by her husband Dale
Barnes Locke; sons and daughters-in-law: Raymond & Rebecca Locke of Erin,
NY and Douglas & Stephanie Locke of Elmira, NY; daughters and son-in-law:
Betty & Fred Baldock of Elmira, NY and Cheryl Locke of Elmira Heights, NY;
4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; sister: Lucille Ellis of Mansfield,
PA; brothers and sister-in-law: Chuck & Lori Lisk of Mansfield, PA and Fred
Lisk of Elmira, NY; sisters-in-law: Margo Thomas of Elmira, NY, Muriel Rankin
of Florida, and Roberta Horton of Ellenville, NY; several aunts, uncles,
nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Mrs. Locke's wish was
that there be no prior calling hours. Private Funeral Services will be held at the
convenience of the family. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira,
NY. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street
Horseheads, NY. Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/15/2007.
LITTLE Irene V Lyon
Age 96, died at her home peacefully, Tuesday morning, September 24, 2013. Irene was born in Elmira, NY on July 24, 1917, daughter of Fred and Ora (McLane) Little. Irene is survived by her children, Cornelius F. "Pepsi" Lyon Jr., Horseheads, NY; Ronald F. and Jean M. Lyon, Fairfax, VA; Marcelene L. "Marcy" Coggins, Elmira, NY; sisters, Lula VanTassel, Elmira, NY; Betty Biggs, Spanaway, WA; grandchildren, Cassandra C. Lyon, Roxanne (Grant) Timberlake, Neil (Stefanie) Lyon, Leslie Lyon, Sean (Cindy) Coggins, Kevin (Andrea) Coggins and Timothy (Meredith) Coggins, 9 great grandchildren as well as several cousins, nieces and nephews. Irene loved her family dearly, they were the most important part of her life. Irene worked at Remington Rand for 28 years before going to Westinghouse for nearly 10 years; she also was an avid bowler. Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, 502 W. Water Street, Elmira, on Friday, September 27, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at 1:15 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family would like to thank the staff of CareFirst for the loving care Irene received in her final days. Donations in Irene's memory may be made to CareFirst, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830. Star Gazette – September 25, 2013
LACY RAY LITTLE,
age 80 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Tuesday July 4, 2017. He was born in
Elmira, NY on December 10, 1936 the son of the late Vincent and Winifred
Youngs Little. Mr. Little was a Veteran and served his country with the US
Marine Corp. He married his wife Diana Palmer Little and they spent 41
wonderful years together. He was employed by RKB Enterprises of Elmira, NY
as a Tractor Trailer Driver. Lacy was a member of the Elmira Heights
American Legion and the Montour Falls Yacht Club. He was pre-deceased by his
son Vincent Little and his step son Scott Palmer Sr. Mr. Little is survived
by his loving and devoted wife Diana Little; daughters: Impala Messick and
Brenda Jochem both of S.C.; step daughter-in-law: Tammy Palmer; step
grandchildren: Cheyenne, and Scott Palmer Jr.; several grandchildren and
great grandchildren; brothers and sisters-in-law: Merle and his wife
Charlotte Little of Millport, NY; Millard Little and Beverly Stevens of
Horseheads, NY; sister: Elaine Whitehead of Horseheads, NY; sisters-in-law
and brothers-in-law: Delores "Dolly" & John LaVigne of Elmira, NY and
Edgewater, Florida; Ray "Butch" & Jackie Palmer of Horseheads , NY; Sheila &
James Comfort of Horseheads, NY; Gary & Darla Palmer of Horseheads, NY;
Cindy & Tom Ruggiero of Wheatfield, NY and Albert Austin of Horseheads, NY,
and Diana Grinolds of Watkins Glen, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins and
a host of caring friends including his longtime friend Phil Brantner.
Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home, 318 W.
Broad St., Horseheads, NY on Friday July 7, 2017 from 12 Noon-2PM and 5-7PM.
Lacy's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday July 8,
2017 at 10AM. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Elmira, NY
where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Little. –Elmira Star-Gazette
7/6/2017
LITTLE – Raymond James Little of Tavares, FL- Age 96, of Bengal Avenue, died peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 2, 2004. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Monday, October 11, 2004, from 1-2 PM. Funeral Services will follow the visitation at 2 PM with the Reverend Gerald Vanaman celebrating the life and honoring the memory of Raymond. Interment will follow in forest Lawn Memorial Park. – Elmira Star-Gazette, 8 Oct. 2004
LOFSTROM - JOHNS, Shirley (Lofstrom)
Of Elmira, NY - Age 76, died after a lengthy battle with cancer on Thursday,
December 11, 2008, at El Cor Heath Services Horseheads, NY. She was predeceased
by her husband, Marvin (Barney) Johns, in 1975. Born in Elmira, on October 12,
1931, she was the only child of the late Jane (Yeager) and William Lofstrom.
Shirley is survived by sons, Marvin "Tracy" Johns of Lynwood, WA,
Jeffrey Scott (Andrea) Johns; grandchildren, Erik and Heather Johns, all of
Hollis, NH; cousins, Raymond Lofstrom, Pine Valley, NY, Joanne Farmer, Dayton,
OH, Gail Lee, Williamsburg, VA, and Richard Roberts, Georgetown, TX. Shirley
was also fortunate to have a devoted friend and caregiver, Gail H. Dwyer; as
well as close friends, Priscilla (Percy) Keefe and Judy Saxton. She attended
local schools, graduating from Elmira Free Academy in 1949. For many years she
was employed at the Elmira Bowling Center, retiring from the Steele Memorial
Library as Administrative Assistant after 19 ½ years. She was a longstanding
member of Bethany Lutheran Church, Past President and member, Fraternal Order
of Eagles Auxiliary #941 Elmira, and American Legion Auxiliary Post #154,
Elmira Heights. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home,
Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY 14904 on Wednesday, December
17, 2008, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services celebrating her life will be
held there following the visitation at 7:00 p.m. The Reverend Abigail
Zang-Hoffman of Bethany Lutheran Church will officiate. Interment will take
place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. In lieu of
flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Bethany Lutheran Church, 256 S.
Walnut St., Elmira, NY 14904; the Steele Memorial Library, 101 E. Church St.,
Elmira, NY 14901; or to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E. Corning Road, Corning,
NY 14930 in her memory. Thank You Shirley's family wishes to extend their
sincere thanks for the excellent care Shirley received from Southern Tier
Hospice Palliative Care, both at home and El Cor. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 12/16/2008
LOOMIS - GROVER
Elsie "Sally" Age 87, formerly of Lounsberry Ave., Elmira Heights,
died Saturday, January 21, 2006 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She was
born December 16, 1918 in Meshoppen, PA, the daughter of Arthur and Virginia
Northrup Loomis. She married James W. Grover on November 24, 1935 in Elmira. He
predeceased her on January 31, 1999. She was a former employee at Eclipse in
Elmira Heights and attended Oakwood United Methodist Church. Survived by a son
and daughter-in-law, Glenn and Sandra Grover of Horseheads, NY; a daughter,
Virginia Gross of Hopewell, VA; a brother and sister-in-law, Arthur and Allyn
Grist of Horseheads, NY; a sister, Marjorie Campbell of Elmira, NY; three
grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was
predeceased by her parents; and a brother, Cecil Loomis. At Sally's request
there will be no services. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira.
Ballard and Lindgren Funeral Home have been entrusted with arrangements. Those
wishing may make memorial donations in Sally's name to the Hillview United
Methodist Church in Big Flats, NY, or the charity of one's choice.
SHIRLEY MAY LORD, age 79, went to be with her Lord on Monday, July 25, 2016. She was born May 14, 1937 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Gordon and Pauline (Dickinson) Lord. A lifelong resident, Shirley graduated from Southside High School in 1955, received her bachelor's degree from Hartwick College in 1959 with a mathematics degree. Later on she received her master's degree from SUNY Cortland. Shirley taught math for 35 years at Elmira Free Academy. During her teaching career she participated in several professional committees including chairperson of the mathematics department. Shirley retired in 1994 to pursue her love of singing. Besides being a member of the church choir, she joined the Chrystal Chords, a women's barbershop singing organization where she traveled and performed; helping her group win several awards. She believed in giving back to her community. Shirley joined the retired teacher organization, Delta Kappa Gamma (professional women's organization), the food bank of Elmira, Arnot Ogden Medical Center volunteer organization, St. Joseph's Hospital volunteer programs and numerous other community groups. Shirley was a lifetime active member of the Hedding-Christ's-New Beginnings United Methodist Church. Over the years she was a member of the choir, chairperson of the finance committee, Board of Trustee, served on the administrative council, nurture committee and the UMW (United Methodist Women's). Shirley was a loving, caring spirit that will be missed by her family and many friends. As many know, she beloved in education and was generous with her time and finances to enrich the lives in her family, friends and students. Shirley is survived by her sister, Lois (Gene) Norris of Bemus Point, NY; nephew, Gordon (Charlotte) Norris of Falconer, NY; niece, Linda (Jonathon) Pettit of Delaware, OH; three grandnephews, Zachary, Darren and Brandon Norris; two grandnieces, Erica and Michelle Pettit. Family and friends are invited to gather at the New Beginnings United Methodist Church, 300 Miller Street Elmira, NY on Saturday, July 30, 2016 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 pm (noon) with Reverend Leanne Zeck celebrating Shirley's life. Interment will take place privately in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park. –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/28/2016
LORENSON Charles A. A longtime resident of the South Creek Community, Wellsburg, NY died peacefully Monday evening, January 29, 2007 under the care of the Chemung County Nursing Facility at the age of 81. Born on November 29, 1925 in Erdenheim, PA, son of Charles P. & Sarah Woodley Lorenson. He married Edna Louise Warren on May 11, 1946 in Alba, PA. A WWII Navy Veteran, Charlie served his county during WWII. A hard working gentleman, Charlie was employed by Thatcher Glass, Elmira Heights for 25 years. An outdoorsmen, his many interest included hunting, walking his land and especially being with his family. He was a charter member of the South Creek Evangelical Church and worshipped there for many years. A family man, Charlie provided a loving and caring home for his family who survive and cherish his memory, a loving wife and companion of 60 years, Edna Louise Warren Lorenson, Wellsburg; their children, Charles (Carol) Lorenson, Fassett, PA; Linda (Ron) Townsand, Wellsburg; Sarah (Sylvester) Enos, Sharon, PA; Carolyn (Paul Wood Jr.) Lorenson, Elmira; three grandchildren, Jenniffer (Fred) Price, Charlee Enos and Eddie Enos; great grandchildren, Andrew, Samantha, Jacob, Connor and Hunter Cupp, Jeffery and Joseph Paul; a brother, George (Lillian) Lorenson, Skippack, PA; along with nieces nephews and many family friends. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Thursday, February 1, 2007 between the hours of 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 1:15 p.m. with the Reverend Jasper Smith officiating. Graveside services with full Military Honors will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
LOVEJOY - PAGE
Thelma E. Age 88, of Horseheads, NY, died on Tuesday, May 31, 2005, at the
Seneca View Nursing Facility in Montour Falls, NY. She was born on July 7, 1916
in Canton, PA, to the late Harry and Jennie (Beck) Lovejoy. Thelma was also
predeceased by two brothers, Keith and Wayne Lovejoy. Survivors include her
husband of 66 years, John I. Page of Horseheads; son, John H. (Bonnie) Page of
Bath, NY; daughters, Joan (Jack) Burns of Horseheads, and Donna (John) Fletcher
of Horseheads; sister, Eunice McIlwain of Canton, PA; grandchildren, Debrah
(Michael) Wood of Bath, NY, Brian Page of Endicott, NY, Kevin (Teri) Burns of
Syracuse, NY, Melissa (Tim) Tremba of Syracuse, NY, Jennifer Burns and her
fiancé, Daniel Knapp of Elmira, and Jessica (Michael) Hintz of Wellsburg;
great-grandchildren, Montana Hintz of Wellsburg, Payton Knapp of Elmira, and
Taylor Tremba of Syracuse, NY; several sisters and brothers-in-law; along with
many nieces and nephews. Thelma was longtime member of Northside Community
Church. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, June 2, from 6 to 8
p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on
Friday, June 3, at 11 a.m. at the Living Word EFC, formerly Northside Community
Church, 1119 Lake St., Elmira, NY, with Rev. Gene Mullen officiating. Interment
will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
LOVELL II, John M.
Loving Father, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather, Age 76, longtime resident of
Pine City, NY, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 15, 2007, at
Chemung County Nursing Facility. He was born October 1, 1930 to the late John
M. and Mary (Evans) Lovell, Sr. John is survived by his children, Alice
(Andrew) Newell of Elmira, John M. Lovell III of Elmira, Clara (Kevin) Taylor
of Pine City; grandchildren, Jesse, Mellisa, Heather, Abbey; three
great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews; close and devoted friends,
Olin and Mable Wood. He was predeceased by his wife, Marjorie; brothers,
William, Robert, Wesley, Francis; and grandson, Andy. John was a US Army
veteran proudly serving his country from 1951 to 1953 during the Korean War. He
worked for the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co. as a produce manager. John
was a religious man, he loved the Lord. Family and friends are invited to call
at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, on Monday, August
20, 2007, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. with funeral service
there at 7:00 p.m. The Reverend Chris Curry will officiate. Graveside service
will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Park on Tuesday, August 21, 2007, at 2:00
p.m. Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/19/2007.
LOVELL Robert F. Age 76, of Robert St., was born March 12, 1929 in Binghamton, NY, the son of the late John M. and Mary (Evans) Lovell and died very unexpectedly on Sunday, February 26, 2006. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Roena (Egan) Lovell; sons and daughters, Barbara Campbell of Erin, Caroline (The Rev. Michael) Robinson currently missionaries in Bolivia, Janie Perry of Myrtle Beach, SC, Janette Villie of Elmira Heights, Thomas (Theresa) Lovell of Erin, Tina (Fred) Beane of Whiteville, NC; 13 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, John (Marge) Lovell of Pine City, NY; brothers-in-law, Kenneth (Rose) Egan of Elmira Heights, Paul (Ruby) Egan of Horseheads; and several nieces and nephews. Tragically, Robert was predeceased by his son-in-law, Staff Sgt. Irving S. "Gabby" Villie; and grandsons, Joshua Villie and Devorak Grady. He was also predeceased by grandson, Jordon Perry; and son-in-law, Lynn Campbell; and brothers, William, Francis, and Wesley Lovell. Robert was a devoted husband and father. He was a 10 year member of the National Guard and was retired from A&P Grocery in Horseheads where he worked for many years. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., 6:30-7:00 p.m. where his service will follow there at 7:00 p.m. The Rev. Brent Price will officiate. Interment will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
LOWMAN James L. Devoted husband, father and grandfather Age 70 of Elmira, died Friday, October 6, 2006 at the Robert Packer Hospital after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Jim was born in Elmira, a son of the late Lyman Lowman and Adeline Lowman Cartarius. He was preceded in death by brothers George and Lester Lowman. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Phyllis Hughes Lowman; daughters and sons-in-law, Michelle E. and Bruce Kelly, Melanie R. Lowman, Marlene M. and Robert Giammichele all of Elmira; grandchildren, Jamie, Jillian, Jess, and Nathan; great granddaughter Hannah; brothers and sister-in-law, Richard and Muriel Lowman of Cocoa FL and Lewis Lowman of Portsmouth VA; sister and brother-in-law, Lorraine and Frank Barilla of Oswego NY; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Kenneth Hughes, Eldon and Maggie Hughes all of Elmira, Glenora Gunderman of Wellsburg NY, Harriet Elston, Shirley and Gerald May, Janice Isaacs all of North Chemung NY, Beverly and Edgar Harland of Chapel Hill NC, Marilyn and Tom Karski of Elmira; also surviving are many very special nieces, nephews and a host of good friends. Jim was a 1954 graduate of Southside High School. Upon graduation he enlisted in the US Army. Several years after leaving the Army Jim joined the Army Reserve before switching to the Navy Reserve. At the age of 60 Jim retired from his military career with 20 years total service. Jim was a graduate of Corning Community College and he was the first editor of the school newspaper. He was a longtime journalist with the Elmira Star Gazette holding several positions with the newspaper. He retired from the Star Gazette in 1994 with 32 years of service. With his retirements from the military and the newspaper behind him Jim started a third career when he was elected as the 13th District Chemung County Legislator in 1994. That position led him to serve his community on several other community boards. Jim was the current chairman of the Chemung County Health and Human Services Committee. He was a member of Southside Alliance Christian & Missionary Church. Jim cared deeply about his faith and was involved with many local Christian ministries. He was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to golf, hunt, and especially enjoyed the time he could spend with his grandchildren. He was a longtime member of the Whitetail Buck Hunters Association. Well known for his cooking, Jim was famous for feeding large crowds and for his homemade pizza parties. Friends are invited to call at McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets, on Sunday, October 8, 2006 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm and from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 9, 2006 at 11:00 am at the Southside Alliance Christian & Missionary Church, 530 Pennsylvania Ave, Elmira. Rev. John McConnell will conduct the service. Committal prayers and interment, with military honors, will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Jim was very appreciative of the blood transfusions he received during his illness. In his memory, monetary or blood donations may be made to the American Red Cross, 911 Stowell St., Elmira NY 14901.
BENJAMIN LEE LOYD of Horseheads, NY passed
away on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at the age of 76. Ben was born January
17, 1942 in Canton, PA, a son of the late Gordon W. and Alberta Heath Lloyd.
Ben is preceded in death by his son, Craig; sister, Sue Bristol; brothers,
Robert Scott Lloyd and Gordon Lloyd; brother-in-law, Walter "Skip" Edgerton.
He is survived by his daughter, Heather Lloyd; granddaughter, Ashlee Storm;
former wife, Claudia (David) Dixon; brothers, Richard (Maralyn) Lloyd, and
Jeffery Loyd; sister, Linda Edgerton; and several nieces, nephews and
cousins. Ben retired after 30 years as a sixth grade teacher in Big Flats
Elementary. He was well know and highly respected by his peers. Ben served
his country honorably with the US Army as a Medical Corpsman from 1961-1964.
The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home,
365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Monday, January 14, 2019
from 4PM-6PM with services to follow at 6PM. He will be laid to rest at
Maple Grove Cemetery alongside his son at the convenience of the family.
Those wishing to remember Ben please consider donations to the Craig D.
Lloyd Scholarship Fund at the Arnot Ogden School of Radiology, 600 Roe Ave.,
Elmira, NY or a charity of one’s choice. –Elmira
Star-Gazette 1/12/2019
LYNCH John Ovid Lynch
65, of Stewart Place, died suddenly March 23, 2012 at his home. John is survived by his children; Marcia Lynch, Allan (Susan) Lynch, grandchildren; Eva, John, Brycen, Camren, and Shelby. The family invites friends to call Tuesday March 27 from 4-7 pm at Fuller Funeral Home, Inc. 190 Buffalo St. Canandaigua. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, will be held at the convenience of the family. In honor of John's service, memorial contributions can be directed to F.F. Thompson Hospital, 360 Parrish St., Canandaigua, NY 14424. Star Gazette – March 27, 2012
GEORGE N. LYSAK,
age 69 of Horseheads, NY. He was born July 10, 1945 in Scranton, PA, son of
the late Newbert and Margaret (Walton) Lysak and passed away Friday,
November 28, 2014 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He is survived by his
siblings David A. Lysak, Robert J. Lysak, Sr., Robin L. Wright, Robert J.
Lysak, Jr. and Dawn Turner along with a very large, loving family. George
was a former employee of Eastern Metal. Family and friends are invited to
visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira
on Wednesday, December 3rd from 10 am to 12 noon. His memorial service will
be held at 12 noon. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Forest
Lawn Memorial Park. –Elmira Star-Gazette 12/1/2014
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