Age 89, formerly of Elmira Heights and Horseheads, and recently of Odessa, NY, died peacefully Monday, June 4, 2007, at Schuyler Hospital, Montour Falls, NY. Born August 25, 1917 in Elmira, NY; and graduated from Elmira Free Academy. She married Richard Dunbar in 1937. They would have celebrated 70 years of marriage on June 13, 2007. She was a housewife and worked for Rosenbaums in Elmira for a few years. She was a member of the Oakwood United Methodist Church for many years, assisting with church dinners and bazaars; and was also a member of the UMCW Dockstater Circle. She was a member of Eastern Star Harmony-Loyal Chapter #265, Elmira, worked at Voter Registration, a Girl Scout assistant leader, and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. The family will provide flowers. Memorials in her memory may be directed to the Oakwood United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 212 Oakwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY 14903; or Schuyler Hospital, c/o "Schuyler Health Foundation", PO Box 828, Montour Falls, NY 14865. She is survived by her husband, Richard F. Dunbar; three children, Carole (Tom) Gifford of Montour Falls, Ken (Joan) Dunbar of Horseheads, and Gerald (Char) Dunbar of Mineral, VA; six grandchildren, Paul (Kathleen) Gifford, Dulcie (James) Champion, Deborah (Christopher) Zentz, Kristen Dunbar, Tiffany (Mark) Lione, Ashelly (Steve) Cook; and 14 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen, Thursday, from 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. A funeral service will follow at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Rev. Patrick L. Holden officiating. Burial at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY.

KIEHL - SHELLMAN Jane Marjory
Jane Marjory (Kiehl, DeKay) Shellman, age 88, died
Saturday, May 29, 2010 at Carleton Senior Care in Wellsboro, PA. Jane was born August 26, 1921 in Elmira, NY, a daughter of Ross Sidney Kiehl and Lois Rosamond Ploss Kiehl. She was a member of the Roseville Baptist Church and served as the organist. Jane is survived by one daughter, Myra L. (Peter) Breese of Moravia, NY, and five sons, David R., Sr. (Carol) DeKay of Little Rock, AR., William L. (Naomi) DeKay of Gillett, PA, John R. (Judy) DeKay of Elmira, NY, Ronald L. (Donna) DeKay of Wilmington, DE, and Roger A. DeKay of LasVegas, NV. Jane is also survived by 21 grandchildren, and many great grandchildren; a step-daughter, Cheryl A. (Orrin) Sherman of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, and a daughter-in-law, Rieta P. Boyden of Mainesburg, PA. Jane was predeceased by two grandsons, David C. DeKay in 1985, and David R. DeKay, Jr. in 2006. She is also predeceased by her second husband, Earl J. Shellman in 1995, and the father of her children, Raymond C. DeKay in 2004. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, June 5, 2010 from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home with the Rev. Ivan Mathewson officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 30, 2010

KENNETH E. KILBURY JR. age 49 of 309 Bowers Drive, Horseheads, Tuesday, March 22, 1977 at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester.  Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads Friday from 7 t6o 9 p.m.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  Those wishing may make memorials to either the American Cancer Society or the Kidney Dialysis Program of the Arnot Ogden Memorial Hospital.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary (Richards) Kilbury; daughter, Cynthia; son, Richard; father, Kenneth E. Kilbury, Sr. of Stephens Mills, N.Y.; sister, Mrs. Edna Sutfin of Canisteo; several nieces and nephews.  Mr. Kilbury was a Civil Engineer with New York State Dept. of Transportation.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 3/24/1977

KINCH - NOWACZYK, Mary K.
Age 71, of Wygant Rd., and formerly a longtime resident of Briarcliff Dr., Horseheads, NY, died after an extended illness on Wednesday, April 18, 2007, at home surrounded by her family. She was born Dec. 20, 1935 in Canton, PA, the daughter to the late Erastis and Avina Kinch. Her surviving family includes her husband of 50 years, Tony Nowaczyk; sons and daughters-in-law, Scott (Cheryl) Nowaczyk of Horseheads, NY, Gary (Becky) Nowaczyk of Port Deposit, MD, Rick (Debbie) Nowaczyk, also of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Ellen (Elijah) Prokop, Alex and Samantha Nowaczyk; Chris Nowaczyk and A.J. Nowaczyk; and brother, Jerry (Diane) Kinch of Sayre, PA. Mary was also predeceased by her brother, Bill Kinch. Mary was a retired RN at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She retired there in 1992 having worked the majority of her career in the Cardiac Care Unit. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. In addition to caring for her family, she also enjoyed gardening and canning. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Saturday, April 21, 2007, from 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm. Her service will take place privately at the convenience of her family with interment in Maple Grove Cemetery. In recognition of the wonderful care she received, those wishing may also remember Mary with memorials to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. Envelopes will also be available at the funeral home.

KINNEY –CLARA BELLE BENSLEY age 96, passed away peacefully at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center on Monday, October 10, 2016. Formerly of 253 Glenwood Avenue, Elmira Heights, Clara had been receiving excellent care on the second floor of the Chemung County Nursing Facility since 2012 and prior to that the Barton Home. Clara was born July 6, 1920 at the Paradise Hospital on Walnut Street in Elmira to Anna Belle Lewis Kinney and Frank L. Kinney of Elmira Heights, NY. Clara is survived by her daughter, Ann Bensley Mortimer; daughter-in-law, Marilynn S. Bensley; Six grandchildren, Julianne {Oscar) Rivera, Timothy S. Mortimer, Melissa Rachinsky {Jeff Eckelman}, Kristen Bensley {Steve} Schaap, James {Stephanie} Bensley and Matthew Bensley as well as 11 great grandchildren: Devin, Erik and Victoria Simmons, Taylor, Avery, Gavin, Gunnar, Dagny and Elin Schaap, Madeleine and Ella Bensley as well as several special nieces and nephews. Clara was predeceased by her parents, her husband, James W. Bensley, Sr., sons, James W. Bensley, Jr. and infant, Robert Jay Bensley, brothers Charles and William Kinney, sisters, Marion Amberg and Catherine Haney. Clara grew up in Elmira Heights and was an accomplished pianist and organist as well as Salutatorian of the Class of 1938. She had been accepted at Geneseo College but chose to attend Elmira Business Institute, being mindful of the financial strain college would put on her parents. She was the oldest member of Oakwood Methodist Church at the time of their 120thAnniversary this fall having joined the church in 1930. Clara was the church Secretary for 26 years until her retirement in 1981. She and her husband, Jim, were very active members of the Elmira Heights Historical Society where Clara was volunteer curator and Jim was the Village Historian. Clara was a charter member of Twin Tiers Genealogical Society and with Jim, travelled to Salt Lake City twice to help in their search to trace the Kinney family back to Governor William Bradford of the Mayflower. Clara was an active member of the Colonial Dames XVII Century, and the DAR. Chemung Chapter. Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Service on Friday, October 14, 2016 at 12:00 noon at the Oakwood United Methodist Church, 212 Oakwood Avenue, Elmira Heights, with a light lunch to follow afterwards at the church. Interment at Maple Grove Cemetery will be at the family's convenience. Flowers will be furnished by the family. Those wishing may make donations to the Oakwood U.M. Church Living Memorial or the Elmira Heights Historical Society. –Elmira Star-Gazette 10/12/2016

THOMAS JOSEPH KINNEY of Elmira, NY - Passed away as a result of an accident on Thursday, August 2, 2018 at the age of 32. Tom was born in Elmira on June 24, 1986 to Michael and Kimberly Sproule Kinney. He graduated from Southside High School in 2004, served his country honorably with the US Navy as a cryptologist, and worked alongside his dad and Uncle Dave with Kinney Builders. Tom was predeceased by grandfather Charles Kinney and grandparents James and Frances Sproule, as well as his friend Dan Cady. He is survived by his father and mother, Michael and Kimberly Kinney; brother, Paul (Erica) Kinney; sister, Laura Kinney and fiancé Stephen Zurn; grandmother, Janice Kinney; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and a great group of friends near and far. Tom especially loved being an awesome uncle to Henry, Eli and Matilda. Tom could light up a room with his sense of humor. He was known for playing his banjo, riding motorcycles, and above all his generous and caring nature. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13 Horseheads, NY on Sunday, August 5, 2018 from 3-6 PM. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, August 6, 2018 at 11:30AM. He will be laid to rest with military honors next to his grandfather, Charles in Maple Grove Cemetery immediately following. –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/4/2018

KIRKENDALL - Mrs. Maude L. Bush, 70, of 311 Eleanor St., Horseheads, formerly of the Ithaca Rd., Horseheads, this morning, Jan. 12, 1956.  She was a member of the Horseheads First United Methodist Church and the Pomona and Horseheads Granges.  Survived by daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Wilson of Hammondsport, Mrs. Grace Moore and Mrs. Doris Beardslee of Horseheads; sons, Fred of Warrensburg, N. Y., Ralph of Cayuta and Oakley Bush of Horseheads; brother Howard Kirkendall of Sabinsville, Pa.; sisters, Mrs. Lou Baker and Mrs. Oca Monroe, both of Ulysses, Pa.; 19 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.  The body is at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Horseheads,where friends may call Friday,Saturday and Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., the Rev. Augustus N. Peckman.  Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  (Elmira Star Gazette, Pg. 4, Thu. 12 Jan 1956)

KISER Charles
64, a resident of the Latta Brook Rd., Town of Elmira, died unexpectedly Saturday morning. Oct. 29, 1938, while walking from the home of a neighbor to his own home. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Alice Kiser, two sons, Charles Jr., at home; John of Ellensville, N.Y., a stepson, Daniel Roberts of Elmira Heights; two brothers, Thomas of Ohio, James of Michigan; 11 grandchildren. The body is in the Van Buskirk funeral home, Horseheads, where the funeral will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. - Elmira Star-Gazette.

KISER Charles A. Jr.
38, of the Latta Brook Rd., Horseheads, died at 3:10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1, 1940, at a local hospital. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Hazel Kiser; three daughters, Jennie, Lorraine & Joann, & a son, Edward, all at home; his mother, Mrs. Charles Kiser Sr., also at home; a brother, John Kiser, Coxsackie, N.Y.; a half-brother, Daniel S. Roberts, 160 Robinwood Ave., Elmira Heights, & several nieces & nephews. The body was taken to the VanBuskirk funeral home in Horseheads & later will be removed to the Roberts home in Elmira Heights, where the funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, the Rev. J.D. McDanel officiating. Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.
 

KISER - Mrs. Edna Acker

Age 75 of 5828 Ridge Road, Horseheads, Saturday, February 1, 1975 at her home. Friends are invited to call at the Vedder & Scott Funeral Home in Montour Falls on Monday 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. & where funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Rev. W. Garrett Judson officiating. Interment Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. She is survived by her son, George W. Acker of Horseheads; sisters, Mrs. Loretta Wells of Big Flats, Mrs. Lillian Smith of Montour Falls; sister-in-law, Mrs. Cecilia Kiser of RD 3 Horseheads; grandchildren, Mrs. John W. Scott of Rockville, Md., Mrs. Robert Sipka of Virginia Beach Va., Mrs. Gerald Zingsheim of Surabaya, Indonesia, Mrs. Joyce Emery of Elmira, Melvin Acker of Watkins Glen, N.Y.; nine great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews. - Elmira Star-Gazette.

KISER ELEANOR
Eleanor, the infant daughter of Mr. & Mrs. C. Kiser, Jr., of 111 Broad street, Horseheads, died Monday afternoon at 4:30 o’clock. Aged four months. The funeral will be held Wednesday at 3 o’clock. Burial in Maple Grove cemetery Horseheads. - Eleanor Kiser died July 17, 1922.

KISER Fannie Mae
Mrs. Leonard Cherry died Tuesday evening at the family home in Horseheads after an extended illness. She is survived by her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Alice Squires & Mrs. George Erle; a son, Leo, all of Horseheads; a sister, Mrs. Arden Austin of Hunters Creek, Mich.; four brothers, Thomas Kiser, Toledo, O.; George of Milford Mich.; Harry & Charles of Horseheads. The remains repose in the Chilson & Shields funeral home until Thursday morning. The funeral will be held at the family home on upper Lake Street, Friday at 2:30 p.m. The Rev. C. W. Newman will officiate. Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.- Fannie died July 10, 1928

KISER FRED
Fred Kiser, 39, of the Town of Veteran died at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 22, 1941, at a local hospital. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Flora Kiser; four daughters, Margaret, Joyce, Beverly & Geraldine; two sons, Donald & William, all at home; his mother, Mrs. Minnie Jenkins of Horseheads, & a brother, Daniel of Elmira. The body is in the VanBuskirk funeral home, Horseheads. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. at the family home. The Rev. Ralph T. Chaffee of Millport will officiate. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.

KISER George J.
George James Kiser of 563 East Water street died this morning at 9:30 o’clock after an extended illness aged nineteen years. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Bessie Sophia, two brothers, Barnard & Edward Kiser, all of Elmira. The remains repose in the Davis undertaking rooms where the funeral will be held Monday at 1 p.m. Burial in the Maple Grove cemetery. - George James Kiser died July 12, 1924.

Harry E. KISER, age 59, of Horseheads RD 3, Wednesday, Jan. 12, 1966.  Body at Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home.  Calling hours: Thursday 7 to 9 and Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral there Saturday at 2 p.m., the Rev. E. Gene Callihan.  Maple Grove Cemetery.  Survived by wife, Mrs. Cecelia Kiser, daughters, Mrs. Grant Larabee of Horseheads RD 3, Mrs. Alfred Mizio of Big Flats RD 1; son, Ivan Kiser of Horseheads RD 3; sisters, Mrs. Edna Acker of Horseheads RD 2, Mrs. Mary Ann Horton of Erin, Mrs. Myrtle McAtee of Erin, Mrs. Lillian Smith of Horseheads, Mrs. Loretta Wells of Horseheads, six grandchildren.  (Elmira Star Gazette, Pg. 33, Thu. 13 Jan 1966)

KISER HIRAM - HARRY J.
Hiram J. Kiser 67, of Ithaca St., Horseheads, died unexpectedly Friday, Sept. 30, 1938 at 8:30 a.m. He was engaged in working in a corn field, when he suffered a heart seizure & died before assistance could be rendered. Mr. Kiser is survived by his wife, Mrs. Henrietta Kiser; a son Harry of Horseheads; five daughters, Mrs. Walter Acker, Mrs. Frank McAtee, Mrs. Victor Smith, Miss Loretta Kiser all of Horseheads; Mrs. Grant Kitchen of N. Rose, N.Y., three brothers, Charles of Horseheads, Thomas of Toledo, O., George of Michigan; seven grandchildren. The body is in the VanBuskirk funeral home, Horseheads & late Friday evening will be removed to the family home. Funeral Monday 2:30 p.m. Rev. C. Hildreth Wilcox, Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.
 

KISER Irene C. Larabee

Age 84 formerly of Terry Hill Road in Horseheads, NY died on Sunday June 17, 2012 at Seneca View Nursing Home in Montour Falls, NY. Irene was born Apil 21, 1928 in Horseheads, NY the daughter of the late Harry E. and Cecelia Ostrander Kiser. She married her husband, Grant S. Larabee Jr., who pre-deceased her on November 19, 1987. Irene was also pre-deceased by her brother Ivan Kiser. Irene loved her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with them. Irene is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law: Ruth & Robert Bowen of Spencer, NY and Helen & Daniel Teed of Watkins Glen, NY; grandchildren: Kelly Bowen, Ryan & Marianne Bowen, Sarah Teed, and Danielle Teed; great granddaughter: McKenzie Laine Bowen; sister: Carrie E. Mizio of Big Flats, NY; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law: Dorothy Larabee Devendorf of Horseheads, NY and Beverly & Ed Besley of Montour Falls, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY on Tuesday June 19, 2012 from 4-6 PM. Mrs. Larabee's Funeral and Committal Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 6 PM. The Rev. Anne Campbell will officiate. Irene will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband Grant in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.  Star Gazette – June 18, 2012
 
KISER Ivan H.
Age 80, of Horseheads, NY, died peacefully at St. Joseph's Hospital on Monday morning, February 16, 2009. Ivan was born April 21, 1928, in Horseheads, NY, to the late Harry Edward and Cecelia (Ostrander) Kiser. He retired from the Horseheads School District after 33 years of dedicated service, and was a longtime farmer. Ivan is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 58 years, Joan (Moore) Kiser; two daughters, Susan (David) Hawley and Cherie (Randy) Brown, both of Horseheads, NY; four grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Irene Larabee, his twin of Horseheads, NY, and Carrie Mizio of Big Flats, NY; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. It was the family's request that there be no services. Private burial will be held at the convenience of the family at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY. Arrangements are entrusted to Sullivan's Funeral Home.

 

KISER JAMES JR.
The funeral of James Kiser Jr. was held at the family home on the Lake street road near Center Mills this afternoon at 2 o’clock. The Rev. Mr. Martin officiated & burial was in Maple Grove cemetery at Horseheads.- James died 8 Apr. 1911.

KISER Mary Ann Kitchen, Ludy, Horton
Age 69, of 158 Matthews Circle, Horseheads, Wednesday, Dec 2, 1970. Friends may call at the VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Friday at 11 a.m., the Rev. Fred S. Kelsey. Maple Grove Cemetery. Survived by sisters, Mrs. Edna Acker, Mrs. Cecelia Kiser both of Horseheads RD 3, Mrs. Lillian Smith of Big Flats, several nieces & nephews. - Elmira Star-Gazette

KISER - Mrs. Myrtle McAtee
Age 66 of Jackson Creek Rd., Erin RD 1, Wednesday, October 29, 1969. Friends may call at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home Saturday & Sunday 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Monday 2 p.m. Rev. Robert Elbertson. Maple Grove Cemetery.

KISHBAUGH George O.
Age 84, of Horseheads, NY, died very unexpectedly on Thursday morning, December 10, 2009. George was born January 31, 1925 in Laceyville, PA, a son of the late George and Beatrice Rogers Kishbaugh. He served his country honorably with the US Army during WWII. "Big George," as he was called, retired from Westinghouse Corp. in Horseheads after 35 years. George was an avid bowler, fisherman, hunter, gardener and all around handy guy. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Betty Garey Kishbaugh; sons, Robert "Bob" (Cheryl) Kishbaugh of Horseheads and Edward "Eddie" (Leora) Kishbaugh of Elmira; grandchildren, Greg Kishbaugh of Horsehead, Laurie (Aaron) Luckette of Horseheads, Lisa (Matt) Materne of Grand Prairie, TX and Kelly Kishbaugh of Elmira; nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty (Ed) Johnson of Towanda, PA and Norma Smith of Buffalo, NY; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. His other siblings predecease him. The family would like to invite relatives and friends to a gravesite service at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY on Tuesday, December 15, 2009, at 12 p.m. Arrangement by Sullivan's Funeral Home.  Published in Star-Gazette on December 13, 2009

KLESA
Fordyce J. "Ford" Age 85 of Horseheads, NY died peacefully at home on Thursday afternoon, April 13, 2006, surrounded by his loving family. Ford was born on April 4, 1921 in Sweden Valley, PA and raised by his grandparents, Joseph and Minnie Klesa. He was one of the very first building contractors in the area, building more than 75 homes including the first split level in Horseheads. Ford is pre-deceased by his son, Gary Lee Klesa. Survivors include his loving and devoted wife of 64 years, Jolina Marian Stermer of Horseheads, NY; daughter, Linda (Richard) Diane Turner of La Jara, CO, and son James Joseph Klesa of Ft. Pierce, FL; grandchildren: Vicki, Adam, Amy, Jennifer, Susannah, Jonathan, Laura, and Katie; eleven great grandchildren; brother, Robert (Frances) Rugaber of Rushville, NY; daughter-in-law: Beth Frycek Klesa of Mt. Pleasant, TX and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends will be welcomed at Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. Horseheads, NY 607-739-2035 on Monday April 17, 2006 from 1-3PM and 5-7PM. Mr. Klesa's Funeral Service will be held at the conclusion of hours with Fr. Robert Adkins officiating. Interment will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery on Tuesday April 18, 2006 at 12 noon. Flowers are accepted or those wishing to remember Ford may do so through memorial donations to Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East Corning Rd. Coring, NY 14830 or the American Cancer Society 31 Adams Ave. Endicott, NY 13760.

KLINE Carl R. Age 76 of 329 Marshall Street Horseheads, NY died very unexpectedly on Tuesday July 19, 2005 in Cortland, NY where he had been playing golf with his buddies. Carl was born April 20, 1929 in Youngstown, Ohio the son of the late Carl Anthony and Anna Lucas Kline. He was a veteran of The Korean War serving his country with The United Sates Air Force and was a member of The Bentley-Trumble American Legion Post # 442 in Horseheads, NY. Carl married his wife, Mary Lou Stuart Kline, on April 2, 1955 and they recently celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on April 2, 2005. He was an avid golfer and former ranger at The Mark Twain Golf Course. Mr. Kline enjoyed woodworking, archery, and sailing gliders at Harris Hill. He was pre-deceased by his parents; his sisters Rose Watts and Jean Husted; his brother Donald Kline; and his sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Lillian & Joseph Bednarchik. Carl was a former general foreman and retired as Director of Procurement for Schweizer Aircraft in Horseheads, NY. He loved his family and friends and cherished the time he spent with them especially his grandchildren. Carl is survived by his beloved and devoted wife of 50 years Mary Lou Stuart Kline; his loving sons and daughters-in-law: Gary & Kate Kline of Montour Falls, NY and Stewart & Renee Kline of Elmira Heights, NY; his loving daughters and sons-in-law: Karen & Greg Green of Corning, NY and Laurie & Dave Bauman of Horseheads; NY; beloved grandchildren: Ashley Kline , Kevin Kline, Andrea Green and Brittany Green; brother and sister-in-law: Robert & Joan Kline of Arlington, Texas; sister: Betty Snyder of Mansfield, PA; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Kenneth & Margaret Stuart of Hornell, NY and Donald & Ann Stuart of Horseheads, NY; uncles: John Lucas and Abraham Lucas; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends including his golfing buddies. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Saturday July 23, 2005 from 10 - 11 AM. Mr. Kline's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 11 AM. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mr. Kline through memorials to a charity of one's choice.

 

CARL R. KLINE age 76 of 329 Marshall Street Horseheads, NY died very unexpectedly on Tuesday July 19, 2005 in Cortland, NY where he had been playing golf with his buddies. Carl was born April 20, 1929 in Youngstown, Ohio the son of the late Carl Anthony and Anna Lucas Kline. He was a veteran of The Korean War serving his country with The United Sates Air Force and was a member of The Bentley-Trumble American Legion Post # 442 in Horseheads, NY. Carl married his wife, Mary Lou Stuart Kline, on April 2, 1955 and they recently celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on April 2, 2005. He was an avid golfer and former ranger at The Mark Twain Golf Course. Mr. Kline enjoyed woodworking, archery, and sailing gliders at Harris Hill. He was pre-deceased by his parents; his sisters Rose Watts and Jean Husted; his brother Donald Kline; and his sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Lillian & Joseph Bednarchik. Carl was a former general foreman and retired as Director of Procurement for Schweizer Aircraft in Horseheads, NY. He loved his family and friends and cherished the time he spent with them especially his grandchildren. Carl is survived by his beloved and devoted wife of 50 years Mary Lou Stuart Kline; his loving sons and daughters-in-law: Gary & Kate Kline of Montour Falls, NY and Stewart & Renee Kline of Elmira Heights, NY; his loving daughters and sons-in-law: Karen & Greg Green of Corning, NY and Laurie & Dave Bauman of Horseheads; NY; beloved grandchildren: Ashley Kline, Kevin Kline, Andrea Green and Brittany Green; brother and sister-in-law: Robert & Joan Kline of Arlington, Texas; sister: Betty Snyder of Mansfield, PA; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Kenneth & Margaret Stuart of Hornell, NY and Donald & Ann Stuart of Horseheads, NY; uncles: John Lucas and Abraham Lucas; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends including his golfing buddies. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Saturday July 23, 2005 from 10 - 11 AM. Mr. Kline's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 11 AM. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mr. Kline through memorials to a charity of one's choice. Submitted by Carol Brotzman.  –Elmira Star Gazette July 21, 2005.

 

KLINE Reuben A. Jr.
Age 78 of 108 Philo Road West in Elmira, NY died on Monday June 23, 2008 at home surrounded by his loving family. Reuben was born on April 25, 1930 in McClure, PA the son of the late Reuben A. and Elsie Mae Cosgrove Kline. Mr. Kline was a Veteran of the Korean War serving his country with the U.S. Army. He married his loving and devoted wife Barbara L. McCann Kline on March 5, 1955 and they recently celebrated their 53rd Wedding Anniversary on March 5, 2008. Mr. Kline was a retired welder for the Thatcher Glass Company in Elmira, NY. He and his wife Barbara delivered the Elmira Star Gazette for several years. Reuben loved baking, gardening, woodworking and building tables, chairs, cradles, rocking horses, and toy boxes for his children and grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents and eleven brothers and sisters. Reuben loved his family and friends and treasured the time he spent with everyone. Mr. Kline is survived by his wife Barbara L. McCann Kline; mother-in-law: Ethel M. Combs of Elmira, NY; daughters and sons-in-law: Marian and Michael Ameigh of Watkins Glen, NY; Penny and William Lewis of Horseheads, NY; sons and daughters-in-law: Gerald Kline of Florida; Lewie and Linda Kline of Horseheads, NY; Joseph and Rachel Kline of Waverly, NY; grandchildren: Ambrose Kline and Amy Yontz; Krystal Lewis and Patrick Mosher; Ashley and Adam Baube; Rebecca Kline; Julia Kline; several step grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law: Randall and Olive Kline of Erin, NY; sister and brother-in-law: Geraldine and Keamer Straub of Middleburg, PA; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Thursday June 26, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Reuben's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday June 27, 2008 at 11 AM. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Kline.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/25/2008.
 
KLUGO Thomas J. "Tommy"

Age 66 of Horseheads, NY, died peacefully on Monday, March 5, 2012 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Tommy graduated from Rochester School for the Deaf. He retired from Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co. in Elmira. He was predeceased by his parents, Stephen and Frances Klugo, and beloved pet, Brandy. Tommy is survived by his loving and life-long companion, David Quinn; brother, George Klugo; sister, Beverly Clewell; uncle, Robert Erway; several cousins, nieces and nephews; extended family, Don, Jean and Rick Quinn and Rick and Helen Troger and son Michael. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Friday, March 9, 2012, from 5-8 PM. Tommy's Funeral Service will be held immediately following with Deacon Joe Erway. Tommy will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Kindly remember Tommy through donations to the Saint Bernard Rescue Foundation, 800 Elk Creek Rd., Trail, Oregon 97541 or Friends of the Horseheads Animal Shelter, 150 Wygant Rd., Horseheads, NY 14845.  Star Gazette – March 8, 2012
 
KNAPP –MRS. HENRY STOOKS died yesterday (Aug. 28, 1918) at 2 o’clock age 66 years.  She is survived by her husband and five daughters; Mrs. J. W. Forest of Montour Falls, Mrs. Earl Knapp, Canandaigua, Mrs. Harry Carlyle of Horseheads, Mrs. Edward Bundy, Horseheads, Mrs. Lawrence Truesdall, Horseheads and two sons, George Stooks of Hornell and Walter Stooks of New London, Conn.; one sister, Mrs. John Vanderberg of Van Etten and one brother, Donald Knapp of Van Etten.  The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2:30.  Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery.  –Elmira Daily Advertiser 8/29/1918

 

KNAPP Boyd R. "Bud"
Age 83, of Sing Sing Rd., Horseheads, and formerly longtime resident of Colonial Dr., Horseheads, NY, passed after an illness on Wed., Oct. 10, 2007. Bud was born March 12, 1924 in Elmira, NY, the son of Albert and Nellie (Rouse) Knapp. He is survived by wife of 63 years, Josephine (VantZelfde) Knapp; daughter, Bonnie Tressler of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Timothy Tressler of Rochester, NY; sisters, Doris Payne of Watkins Glen, NY, Vada Price of Wellsboro, PA; several nieces and nephews. Bud was also predeceased by his sister, Thelma Stafford; brothers, Glen Niles and Larry Niles. Bud was retired from the Heat Treating Division of Bendix Eclipse. After retirement he remained active owning and operating with his wife Travel Trailer Sales, "Bud's Trailer Sales" on Colonial Dr. in Horseheads, was a longtime maintenance worker with Willow Creek Golf Course in Big Flats, and in his earlier years was a member of the Horseheads Town and Country Fire Department. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Sat. from 11:00-1:00 p.m., where his service will take place at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may express their sympathy to Southern Tier Hospice, Inc., 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, N.Y. 14830.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/12/2007.

KNAPP DARLA SIMONS
Darla Knapp Age 58, of Veteran, died peacefully at home on Friday, September 22, 2006. She was born July 31, 1948 in Elmira, New York, the daughter of the late Ross and Mary (Stropes) Knapp. Darla is survived by her son, Michael (Mary Ann) VandeBogart of Horseheads; daughter, Stephanie (Carmen) Stola of Clearwater, FL; daughter, Karen Tompkins of Elmira Heights; son, John Simons of Syracuse, NY; grandsons, Carmen Stola and Christopher Tompkins; granddaughter, Paige Tompkins; sisters, Nancy (Darold) Champaign of Wellsburg, NY, Shirley Blasingan of Lawrenceburg, TN, and Joan (Frank) Stevens of Mt. Pleasant, TN; brothers, Thomas (Sandy) Knapp of Pine City, NY, Gordon (Brenda) Knapp and Ross Knapp, both of Lawrenceburg, TN; special friend, Henry Heineman; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, John Simons, who died October 8, 2002. Darla was a former employee of Winchester Optical in Elmira Heights. Family and friends may call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Sunday, September 24, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Burial will be held privately and at the convenience of the family in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation, Suite 900, Mony Tower II, 120 Madison St., Syracuse, NY 13202, or to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830.

KNAPP - PAYNE Doris K.
Of Lodi Point, NY, and recently of Scenic View Nursing Facility, Montour Falls, NY, died on Sunday morning, January 6, 2008. Doris was born March 19, 1923, a daughter of the late Albert and Nellie Rouse Knapp. She was employed by Bendix, and later a full time homemaker and mother. Doris was well known for her cooking, homemade pies, and her never ending knitted sweater sets, Afghans and etc. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Alton C. Payne on November 16, 2007; grandson, Dean C. Guyer; and her siblings, Lawrence Niles, Glenn Niles, Thelma Niles Stafford and Boyd Knapp. Doris is survived by her children, Donna Guyer of Cape Coral, FL, Gary Payne of Erin, NY, and Ronald (Peggy) Payne of Inman, SC; grandchildren, Douglas, Jennifer, Carolyn and Christopher; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Vada Niles Price of Wellsboro, PA; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY, on Wednesday, January 9, 2008, from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Doris' Funeral Service will be held at the conclusion of hours with Pastor Don Gulies. Interment will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery immediately following. The family would like to thank the staff of the Seneca View Nursing Facility for the wonderful care and compassion they extended to Doris during her stay.

KNAPP –ELOISE K. (KNAPP) VAN KIRK, age 87, of E. Franklin St., Horseheads, NY, on Wednesday, October 15, 1997 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Elmira, NY.  Mrs. Van Kirk was born July 3, 1910 in Wells Township, PA, the daughter to the late George and Lucy (Rutan) Knapp.  She was predeceased by her husband, George M. Van Kirk in 1982.  Her survivors include her sister-in-law Marion Knapp of Columbia Cross Roads, PA and several close and caring dear friends.  A long-time Horseheads resident, Eloise was an active member of the First United Methodist Church of Horseheads and a member of the Deborah Hannah Circle there.  Mrs. Van Kirk was a retired teacher in the Horseheads Central School District, where she had taught first grade at both Big Flats and Broad Street Elementary Schools and later retired as a reading specialist at Sing Sing Road School.  She was a Mansfield State Teachers College Alumni and active member of the Board of Directors of the AARP.  Eloise was also a member of the State and Local Teachers Assoc. and the Business and Professional Women Assoc. where she was honored as BPW Woman of the Year in 1987.  Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, NY on Friday from 1-3 p.m.  Her funeral and committal service will take place there at the conclusion of calling hours at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Carl K. Johnson officiating.  Interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  Those wishing to express their sympathy may do so with memorials in her name to the First United Methodist Church of Horseheads, 1034 W. Broad St., Horseheads, NY.  –Elmira Star Gazette.

KNAPP Robert L. Jr.
Age 64 of 201 Segar Road Horseheads, New York died on Wednesday January 16, 2008 after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Bob was born June 11, 1943 in Glasgow, Montana the son of the late Robert L. and Wilma L. Cox Knapp. He was a retired machinist from Thomas & Betts in Horseheads, NY after several years of dedicated service. Bob was a member of Horseheads Elks Lodge #2297 and The Southport Fire Department. He was an avid hockey fan and worked in "The Penalty Box" for The Elmira College Soaring Eagles Hockey Teams. Bob was also an avid Notre Dame University and San Francisco 49er's fan. He and Becky loved camping, especially with their very good friend, Brooks and Janet Liddiard. Bob and his wife Becky owned and operated Mineral Health of Horseheads, NY. Bob is survived by his loving and devoted wife Rebecca E. Cortright Knapp; his children: Robert L. Knapp III and his fiancé Tina M. Comfort and her children of Elmira Heights, NY; Kathy & Rich Kluckman of Roanoke, Virginia; Ashley Hendrixson Knapp of Horseheads, NY; Stacey Cleary of Elmira, NY; Richard Knapp, Dina & David Watts, and Danielle & Lindsay Hakes all of Indianapolis, Indiana; several grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law: Charles E. & Nancy Knapp of Elmira, NY; brother-in-law: Charles Keener Cortright of Latham, NY; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Tuesday January 22, 2008 from 4-7 PM. Bob's Funeral and Committal Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours with Pastor Paul MacPherson officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 1/18/2008.

KNOLL –BEVERLY J. REESE, age 65 of Elmira, NY passed away Friday, June 10, 2016 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She was predeceased by her parents Charles and Lillian I. (Parks) Knoll and brother, Frank Knoll. She is survived by her brothers and sister-in-law, Charles and Brenda Knoll of Horseheads, William Knoll of Elmira Heights and Richard E. Knoll of Elmira, former husband Charles Reese of Sayre, PA with whom she remained close, along with several nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to her memorial service on Wednesday, June 15th, 2016 at 6pm at the Community Wesleyan Church, 2095 Grand Central Ave., Horseheads. Burial will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. –Elmira Star-Gazette 6/14/2016

KNOWLES William K. Knowles
Age 82 of Elmira and longtime resident of Ridge Rd. in Horseheads died
Dec. 9, 2010 after a long illness. Bill was born Oct. 4, 1928 in Glasgow, Scotland a son to Richard and Sarah (McInally) Knowles. He was predeceased by his wife, Estrella M. (Perez) Knowles in 1994; He is survived by his wife, Agnes Pensabene Knowles; sons and daughter, Peter (Katie) Knowles of Elmira, NY, William (Kattie) Knowles of Horseheads, NY, and Estelle (Steve) Dembosky of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Rebecca and Marisa Knowles, William J. and Logan R. Knowles; along with several nieces and nephews. Bill was the last survivor of fourteen siblings. He was a retired supervisor with the former A&P Plant in Horseheads and a veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean War. He was also an active member of the A&P Retiree group and a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Church in Horseheads. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Horseheads, NY on Monday Dec. 13, 2010 from 4-7:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place in St. Mary Our Mother Church 816 W. Broad St. Horseheads on Tuesday Dec. 14, 2010 at 10:00 am, the Rev. Christopher E. Linsler, Celebrant. Graveside committal service with military honors to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. Special thanks to the many doctors, nurses and staff of St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled Nursing Center. Star-Gazette - December 11, 2010

KOEHLER Ernest C. Of Horseheads, NY, died Monday morning, June 27, 2005, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Ernie was born on November 2, 1932, the son of the late Ernest and Helen Koehler. Ernie was employed by Artistic Greetings for 17 years, A&P for 17 years, and a retiree from the Horseheads School District Transportation Dept. after 12 years. His passions included being a Horseheads Little League coach, manager, and Board Member for nearly 50 years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Horseheads and a member of the Horseheads Elks BPO # 2297. He married Donna J. Sadler on January 21, 1950. He was also pre-deceased by his brother, William Hurd. Survivors include his loving and devoted wife for over 55 years, Donna J. Sadler Koehler, "the special 5": Carolyn (Tom) Collins, Roxanne (Brent) Arnold, Kevin (Suzann) Koehler, Mark (Kathleen) Koehler, and Chris (Angela) Koehler; "adopted son," Steve Hale; ten wonderful grandchildren, Matthew Collins, Tammi and Mark Cronin, Kristine and Matt Jessup, Jill Arnold, Michael Koehler, Nicholas Koehler, Cameron Koehler, Caleb Koehler, Nate and Beth Marsh and Heather and Jeremy Sickles; great-granddaughter, Madyson Marsh; sister-in-law, Martha Hurd; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and many special friends. Ernie loved spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. Enjoyed country music, camping with special friends and car rides and was a lifelong Green Bay Packers Fan. Family and friends will be received at Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY, 607-739-2035 on Wednesday, June 29, 2005, from 1-3 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Thursday, June 30, 2005, at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. Robert Sherburne and the Rev. Gilbert Mitchell. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. Donations can be made in Ernie's name to either the Falck Cancer Center or the Horseheads Little League. Envelopes will be provided at the Funeral Home.

KOHBERGER William F. Sr.
Age 83 of Horseheads, NY died on Friday May 8, 2009. William was born on January 17, 1926 in Williamsport, PA the son of the late Fritz and Rose B. Seemen Kohberger. Mr. Kohberger was a Veteran of WWII serving his country with the U.S. Marine Corps. Bill married his wife Anneliese Stabler Kohberger on March 12, 1950 and she pre-deceased him on July 25, 1999. He was also pre-deceased by his grandson Andrew Todd Slusser. Bill was a retired Corrections Officer with the NYS Department of Corrections in Elmira, NY. He was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in Horseheads and a member of the Horseheads American Legion Post #442. Bill was an avid hunter and golfer and had a Hole-in-One at Willow Creek Golf Course. He loved farming and was very proud of his corn and lima beans. Bill especially loved his family and friends and treasured the time he spent with them. Mr. Kohberger is survived by a very special friend and companion, Fini Martin; his sons and daughters-in-law: William and Cathy Kohberger of Horseheads, NY; Michael and Barbara Kohberger of Erin, NY; Robin and Mary Beth Kohberger of Newton, NJ; Kyle Kohberger of Elmira, NY; Eric and Nikki Kohberger of Charlton, MA; daughters: Deborah Slusser of Fort Myers, FL; Heidi Bartlett of Horseheads, NY; 14 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; sister: Katherine Kinner of Ormond Beach, FL; brother-in-law: Henry Stabler of Lebanon, PA; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Tuesday May 12, 2009 from 7-9 PM. Mr. Kohberger's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Wednesday May 13, 2009 at 10 AM. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Kohberger by The E.J. Brewer Marine Corps League. The Family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mr. Kohberger through memorials to a charity of one's choice.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/10/2009
 

KOLBA Irene J. Smith

Formerly of Devonshire Dr. in Elmira Heights, died on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at Bethany Manor after a brief illness. Irene was born in Binghamton, NY on May 11, 1923, a daughter of the late John and Catherine Donnalcki Kolba. She was predeceased by her husband, Eugene R. Smith, in 1995 and her beloved son, Gary, in 1948. Irene is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law: Sherry & John Gibbon II of Lyons, NY, Lorraine & Mark Lambert Jr. of Millport, NY; grandchildren: Michelle (Lorenzo) Fabiani, Kimberly Verstringhe, Mark (Lisa) Lambert III and Jennifer (Charles) Carter; great grandchildren: Zachary, Alexis, Brayden, Gino, Nicholas and Ryan; and several nieces and nephews. Irene was an administrative secretary for the I.B.E.W. in Elmira, NY until her retirement. She loved gardening, took great pride in caring for her home and donating to many charities. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, NY, on Saturday, January 14, 2012 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Her Funeral Service will take place at the Funeral Home at the conclusion of Calling Hours. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorials in Irene's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association , Rochester, NY Chapter, 435 East Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14620, or a charity of one's choice.    Star Gazette – January 12, 2012
 

KOLE Maynard W. "Bill"
Age 78, of Matthews Circle in Horseheads, died Dec. 24, 2009 at Elcor Health Center. Bill was born May 23, 1931 in Horseheads, NY, the son of the late Leon and Maybelle (Struble) Kole. His surviving family includes his wife of 53 years, Catherine (Zawko) Kole; sons and daughter, David (Sally) Kole of Southern Shores, NC, Pamela (Stephen) Wilber of Horseheads, NY, Kevin Kole of Millport, NY; grandchildren, Justin and Jordan Kole, Melissa (Josh) Amato and Nicole Wilber; sister and brother, Agnes Evans and Richard (Kathy) Kole, all of Horseheads; several cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends. Bill was also predeceased by his siblings, Shirley Andrews and Fritz Abbey. Born and raised in Horseheads, Bill was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the US Army. He worked many years for National Homes and Flickinger's. After his retirement, he remained active, working as a dispatcher for the Horseheads Village Police Department. Bill was truly a "man-about-town" giving a helping hand to many. He was a craftsman around the house, building countless play forts, home improvements and general carpentry for family and friends. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, NY on Sunday, Dec. 27, 2009, from 3-6:00 p.m. His service will take place there at the funeral home on Mon., Dec. 28, 2009, at 12:00 noon with the Rev. Horace Stoddard officiating. A graveside committal service to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery where Full Military Honors will be accorded.  Published in Star-Gazette from December 25 to December 26, 2009

 

KOLE Theresa M. MOORE

Age 83 of Elmira Heights, NY. She was born February 9, 1929 in Elmira, daughter of the late Edward and Helen (Antes) Kole and died Thursday, January 24, 2013 unexpectedly at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was predeceased by her first husband Charles (Red) Davis; son Lynn H. Davis; sister Rita Reevey and brother William Kole. She is survived by her husband Cornelius Moore; daughters Carol A. Rockwell of Elmira Heights and Sandra L. Kubler of Conway, SC; stepdaughter Sheryl A. Moore of Nashville, TN; 10 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren. Theresa was a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Church. She was an avid bingo player, loved going to casinos and was a member of the Horseheads American Legion Auxiliary. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Sunday, January 27th from 1 to 3 pm. Her funeral and committal services will follow at 3 pm. Deacon Dan Hurley will officiate. Interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family.     Star Gazette – January 26, 2013

 

KOLIWASKY George
Age 83 of Horseheads, NY died on Saturday, April 10, 2010 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. George was born November 23, 1926 in Karthus, PA the son of the late George and Mary Bidlen Koliwasky. Geroge married his wife, Barbara O. Mayer Koliwasky, on September 18, 1949 and she pre-deceased him on July 23 , 2009. He was a retired Engineering Specialist with Westinghouse Elcetric Corporation in Horseheads, NY. He loved gardening and woodworking and watching the birds in his backyard. George loved his family and friends and treasured the time he spent with them especially his grandchildren. Mr. Koliwasky is survived by his loving and devoted children: Sherry and Doug Sears of Clifton Park, NY, George F. and Marnie Koliwasky of Horseheads, NY, and Lori and John Spallone of Breesport, NY; grandchildren: Melissa and Jeff Jayme of St. Petersburg, Florida, Rick Wolfe of Cleveland, Ohio, and Andrew Spallone of Breesport, NY; half-brother: James Novak of Middleburg, NY; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Paul Mayer of West Fulton, NY, Janet Clark of Ballston Lake, NY, and Marilyn and Bruce Armistead of Florida; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. It was Mr. Koliwasky's wishes that the be no prior calling hours. Private Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family with the Rev. Walter Wainwright officiating. George will be laid to rest next to his beloved wife Barbara in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mr. Koliwasky through memorials to Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East Corning Road Corning, NY 14830. Arrangements entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. - Elmira Star Gazette, April 12, 2010

KORDYL - SABATURA
Albina L. "Beanie" "A Special Lady" Age 87 of Horseheads, NY died on Thursday September 1, 2005. Mrs. Sabatura was born June 27, 1918 in Morris, PA the daughter of the late Peter and Mary Augustyn Kordyl. She married her husband, Michael J. Sabatura, who pre-deceased her on April 3, 1997. Albina was also pre-deceased by 11 brothers and sisters. Beanie and her husband owned and operated Moxie's Bar & Grill in Elmira for several years. She was a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Church in Horseheads and retired from Ann Page in Horseheads, NY. Mrs. Sabatura is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Terri & Barry Britt of Rochester, NY; son: Walter M. Sabatura of Horseheads, NY; 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; sister: Antoinette Rakoski of Wellsboro, Pa ; several special nieces and nephews, many cousins and a host of caring friends including a special friend and neighbor Sandy Romeo and Jane Gallagher and Rosemary Bloise from St. Mary Our Mother Church. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Tuesday September 6, 2005 from 10 to 11 AM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary Our Mother Church at 11:30 AM following calling hours. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The family would like to extend a special thank you to her caregivers at Elcor and Southern Tier Hospice.

KOWULICH –IRENE M. “RENE” BUMP, of Elmira Heights, NY passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at the age of 87. Irene was born on May 7, 1928, a daughter to the late Samuel and Anna Sekella Kowulich. Irene is predeceased by her husband, Kenneth Bump in October of 2015 and all of her 10 siblings. She was the youngest of the children whose parents came to America seeking a better life. Irene could always be seen on her front porch in her favorite rocking chair watching the world go by. She is survived by daughter, Shirley (David) Baxter and several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family would like to invite relatives and friends to Irene's Gravesite Service at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at 1PM. Rev. Dr. David D. Sullivan of Elwood Baptist Church will officiate. With her passing, an end of an era came to a close. In lieu of flowers consider donations to the Bump Burial Fund c/o James Kowulich. –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/5/2016

ROBERT G. ‘HOSS’ KRAMER, age 54 of Horseheads, NY went to meet his Lord on Sunday March 2, 2014. Robert was born April 7, 1959 in Wilkes-Barre, PA the son of Orin George Kramer and Irma L. Chapman Kramer. Bob married his wife Suzanne E. Parker Kramer on September 23, 1992 and they would have celebrated their 22nd Wedding Anniversary on September 23, 2014. He worked at The Center in Horseheads for over 30 years and was working for Nel's Tractors in Pine Valley prior to his hospitalization. Bob was a member of The First Baptist Church of Horseheads, NY. He was a baseball umpire in the area for several years. Bob loved his family and friends and treasured the time he spent with them. Bob is survived by his loving wife Suzanne E. Parker Kramer; son: D.J. Kramer of Horseheads, NY; mother: Irma L. Chapman Bastion & Melvin Winton of Elmira, NY; brothers and sisters-in-law: Timothy & Sue Kramer of Horseheads, NY and Wayne Beechum of Horseheads, NY; sisters and brothers-in-law: Loretta & Thomas Taylor of Thomasville, NC, Barbie & Greg Butts of Elmira Heights, NY, and Penny Kent of Elmira Heights, NY; several aunts, uncles, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home, 318 W. Broad St., Horseheads, NY on Wednesday March 5, 2014 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Bob's Funeral Services will be held on Thursday March 6, 2014 at The First Baptist Church of Horseheads 2293 Grand Central Avenue Horseheads, NY at 10 AM with Pastor Robert Finch officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 3/4/2014

KRAUSE Robert L. "Bob" Age 75, of Horseheads, NY, died Monday afternoon, August 7, 2006, after a month long courageous battle with cancer. Bob was born June 27, 1931 in Dushore, PA, the son of late Guy and Beatrice Blemle Krause. He was a veteran and served his country with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. For nearly 40 years Bob was the owner and operator of Krause Bros. Concrete Contractors. He enjoyed time spent with his family, deer and big game hunting, as well as ice fishing. Bob is survived by his wife of 48 years, Jeanne Plate Krause of Horseheads, NY; sons, Gary (Susan) Krause of Kelso, WA, and Gregory (Diane) Krause of Horseheads, NY; daughter, Robin (Edward) Baker Jr. of Erin, NY; grandchildren: Derek, Jason, Ryan and Stephanie; step-grandchildren, Becky, Nathan, Craig and Jeremy; step-great-grandchildren, Seamus, Noa, Haley, Kyle, Nichole, Kaden and Nate; sisters, Betty (John) McKernan of New Albany, PA, Frances Fiester of LaPorte, PA, Connie Krause of San Diego, CA and Carol Ann (Galen) Bomboy of Tunkhannock, PA; brothers, Roy Krause of Horseheads, NY, Richard Krause of Dushore, PA, and Jack and Rexine Krause of Fleetwood, PA; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 10, 2006, from 4-8 p.m. at Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St., at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY 607-739-2035. Bob's Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday, August 11, 2006, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery immediately following with Military Honors. The family will accept flowers or those wishing to remember Bob may do so through memorial contributions in his name to The Arctic League, PO Box 113, Elmira, NY 14902 (Elmira Star Gazette, Page 3c, Wednesday, 9 August 2006)

KREBS - GRAY, Marjorie D. (Marge)
Age 73, of Horseheads, NY. She was born February 9, 1934 in Elmira, daughter of the late Robert and Louisa (Miller) Krebs, and died Tuesday, June 12, 2007 at home after an extended illness. She was predeceased by her parents; special aunt and caregiver, Madeline Miller, who raised her after her parents died; brother, Robert Krebs; and sisters, Madeline Krebs, Alice Rider and Eleanor Miller. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Leonard J. Gray; children and their spouses, Karen M. Wida of Erin, Scott and Kelli Gray of Amsterdam, NY, Janet and Terry Martin of Breesport; son-in-law, Stephen C. Wida, Jr. of Lowman; grandchildren, Amy (Mike) Miles, Christopher (Katie) Wida, Morgan Dodd, Chad Martin, and Dakota Martin; great-granddaughters, Makenzie and Kendra Wida; sisters-in-law, Doris Krebs and Marilyn (Tom) Stansfield; along with several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Gray was a member of the First United Church of Christ, where she served as secretary for 46 years and served on the Consistory Board. She retired from Winchester Optical after 22 years of service. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake Street at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Thursday, June 14, 2007, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Her funeral service will be held there on Friday, June 15, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. with her Pastor, Rev. Jane Winters, officiating. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Marge through donations to the Arctic League in Elmira, the Stained Glass Window fund at First United Church of Christ, 160 Madison Avenue, the Dialysis Unit at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center, or Southern Tier Hospice.
 
KREISLER Donald Benjamin

Age 88 of Bradenton, Florida formerly of Horseheads, NY died on Sunday October 16, 2011 after a lengthy illness. Don was born March 6, 1923 in Wellsboro, PA the son of the late Steven Gilbert Kreisler and Hazel Benjamin Kreisler. Don was a World War II Veteran serving his country with The U.S. Navy. Don married his wife , Marian S. Smith Kreisler, on April 19, 1947 and they celebrated their 64th Wedding Anniversary on April 19, 2011. He was a member of The First United Methodist of Horseheads, NY, Old Oak Masonic Lodge #364 of Horseheads, NY, and The Corning Consistory for many years prior to moving to Florida. Don was the proud owner and operator of Kreisler Kustom Kabinets of Bradenton for over 30 years. He was pre-deceased by his son Wayne S. Kreisler of Michigan in 1991 as well as his brother and sister-in-law Wilbur and Doris Kreisler. Don is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 64 years Marian S. Smith Kreisler; sons and daughter-in-law: Robert Kreisler of Bradenton, Florida and Larry and Pat Kreisler of Lansing, Michigan; daughter and son-in-law: Karen and Steve Brouhard of Bradenton, Florida; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law: Nancy and Charles Evans of Elmira, NY; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law: Doris Witter of Horseheads, NY and Joanne and Walter Samson of Rock Creek, Ohio; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Mr. Kreisler's Gravesite Funeral Services were held in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where Full Military Honors were accorded Mr. Kreisler. The Rev. Rhonda Kouterick officiated and Karen Jaynes Harter gave his Eulogy. Arrangements were entrusted to the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY.  Star Gazette – June 17, 2012

 

KROPA –ANNE (KROPA) FURCH age 97 died unexpectedly on August 31, 2015, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Anne was born in Scranton, PA, to the late Frank and Justyna (Pencek) Kropa. In addition to her parents, she was also predeceased by her husband of 62 years, John in 2006; son, Bill in 1979; and John's sister, Mary Kolynich in 2008. Anne was the last surviving sibling of nine children: Jack, Amelia, John, Gustav, Olga, Otilia "Tillie", William, and Arthur. Anne is survived by her son, Don Furch of Lakemont, NY; and numerous nieces and nephews. First and foremost, Anne was a kind and loving wife and mother who chose only to work part time as she felt she needed to be at home for her boys both before and after school every day. She worked at Remington Rand, the Norton Bomb Site during WWII and also became a member of the Women's Army Corp-WAC. Anne was also a charter member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in Horseheads. Ultimately, she retired from Iszard's in Elmira as a sales associate. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Inc., 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Thursday, September 3, 2015, from 4PM-7PM. Funeral service will be celebrated on Friday, September 4, 2015, at 9AM in Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 2872 Westinghouse Rd, Horseheads. Interment to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. A very special thank you to the entire staff at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center especially to Dr. Lambert, Dr. Hicks, Dr. Burke, Dr. Morello, Dr. Haluska as well as the staff at Absolut Care at Three River including Dr. Mauer for their stellar care of Anne and making her a family member. In lieu of flowers, please remember Anne with memorials to Children's Miracle Network, c/o A.O.M.C., 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY or Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 2872 Westinghouse Rd, Horseheads, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 9/2/2015
 
FRANK P. KRYSTOF, 89 years old of 228 Elmwood Ave., Elmira Heights, Sunday June 10, 1979.  A Prayer service will be held at the Barrett Funeral home Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church.  Burial Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  There are no prior calling hours.  The family will provide flowers of their own and request that those wishing to do so may make contributions in Mr. Krystof’s memory to St. Charles Borromeo Church.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Jennie E. Krystof; two sons, Frank of Elmira and James of Westford, Mass.; a daughter, Mrs. Annabel Pietropaoli of River Edge, N.J.; 11 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  He was a communicant of St. Charles Borromeo Church and a retired employee of Bendix Motor Components Division.  –Elmira Star/Gazette 6/11/1978