Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads,
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Reading a series of obituaries from a single cemetery, as they are presented here, is like reading the multi-generational history of a community. These people were the local populace at a particular time. The people buried here knew each other, were neighbors, relatives and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade" or business. All people are listed in alphabetic order by surname at BIRTH. Women identified by a married alias only and for whom a birth surname can not be identified, are listed on the last page for the cemetery's obituaries. Please send in typed obituaries for people buried in our local cemeteries. If possible include name of newspaper and date. Send typed in your email or in attached Word files. Send to Joyce M. Tice (JoyceTice@aol.com) |
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SABATINI Eugene "Geno" J. Age 27, died very unexpectedly on Saturday, August 6, 2005. Geno was born on January 10, 1978 in Elmira, NY, the son of Eugene and Linda Patterson Sabatini. He was a graduate of Horseheads High School in 1996. He loved his music, nature and simplicity of life. Survivors include his parents, Eugene and Linda Sabatini, of Horseheads, NY; brother, Jesse Sabatini of Charlottesville, VA; daughters, Rain Bills and Melody Sabatini; grandparents, Eugene J. Sabatini Sr., and Katherine Patterson of Merritt Island, FL; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. 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, August 10, 2005, from 2-6 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours. Interment will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY, at the convenience of the family. Flowers are accepted or those wishing may remember Geno through memorial to Salvation Army/Our House, 401 Division St., Elmira, NY 14901. Forever in our hearts, we shall never forget the love, laughter and happiness you gave us. Fearless and wild, as the wolf, your spirit is free. Nature son, be in Gods safe keeping. Until we too may touch the face of God. We love you, Mom, Dad and Jesse
EDWARD J.
SAKOWSKI, age 88, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on October 24, 2015. He
and his wife lived in western New York until October 30, 2011, when they
moved to Appleridge Senior Living Center in Horseheads. He is survived by
his wife of 66 years, Geraldine; three children, Mark Sakowski, Janine Witte
and Jonathan Sakowski; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren. Ed
served in the First Cavalry Division of the US Army as First Sergeant. He
graduated from Houghton College and was an educator with various
administrative responsibilities in Erie County, Wyoming County and Orleans
County. Private services and interment will take place in Maple Grove
Cemetery, Horseheads at the convenience of the family. –Elmira Star-Gazette
10/30/2015
JOSEPH P. SANTUCCI, AVID Elmira bowler, age 74 of 828 South Ave., Horseheads, NY died Friday, Oct. 9, 1998 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Monday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Those wishing to do so may make memorial contributions to St. Anthony’s Church in his memory. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday 10:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Anthony’s Church 11:00 a.m. The Rev. Joseph McCaffrey will officiate. The interment service will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mildred Santucci; children and their spouses, Joseph M. and Alice Santucci of Elmira, Sandra Santucci of Elmira, Stephen and Susan Santucci of Horseheads, Thomas Santucci of Elmira; sister and brother-in-law, Yolanda and John Pierri of Corning; grandchildren, Mark, Marie, Dain, Kelly, Jeff and Brent; great-grandchild, Katie; several nieces and nephews. He was a communicant of St. Anthony’s Church in Elmira, a member of the Eagle Club in Elmira and an avid bowler in the Elmira area for many years. –Elmira Star Gazette.
SARDO Michael A. Sr.
Age 87 of Elmira Heights, NY died on Tuesday October 4,
2011. Michael was born in Ithaca, NY on August 6, 1924 the son of the late
Frank and Amy M. Gabriel Sardo. Mr. Sardo was a Veteran of WWII serving his
country with the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a roofer for Virginia Roofing in
Alexandria, VA. Michael married his wife Norma C. Jones Sardo on February 28,
1953 and they were married for 51 years until she pre-deceased him on April 10,
2004. He was an avid poker and bingo player and a member of the Marine Corps
League. Mr. Sardo was pre-deceased by his granddaughter Angela Wesley, great
grandson Cohen Cox, brothers: Louis Sardo; Dominic Sardo; Antonio Sardo; and
sister Rose Shappee. He is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law: Michael A.
Sardo Jr. of Caton Bridge, West Virginia; Frank and Manuella Sardo of Corning,
NY; daughters and sons-in-law: Gail and Michael Wesley of Mechanicsville, MD;
Phyllis and John Schwartz of Corning, NY; Nina and Kim Skinner of Big Flats,
NY; Rebecca Sardo and William Cox of Elmira, NY; 22 grandchildren; 28 great
grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; sister: Caroline Calero of Albany,
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 FRIDAY OCTOBER 7, 2011 FROM 9 AM- 11AM AND 1PM - 3PM. Mr.
Sardo's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at
3PM. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where Full Military
Honors will be accorded Mr. Sardo. In lieu of flowers please donate to the
Marine Corps League Edward J Brewer Detachment P.O. Box 236 Horseheads, NY
14845. Star Gazette – October 7, 2011
SARDO - NEWTON, Paulette Ann (Sardo)
Age 60, of Pine Valley, beloved wife of Robert F. Newton, died on Thursday,
October 11th, after a valiant three-year battle with breast cancer. She died
peacefully at home, surrounded by her loved ones. Paulette was born June 8,
1947, in Elmira, the daughter of the late Dominic and Irene Sardo. She attended
Elmira schools and worked at Hardinge, Inc. for 40 years, retiring in 2005. Her
first husband, Warren Blackwell, died in 1996. She married Robert Newton in
2003, in Honolulu, HI, and returned with him to celebrate an anniversary in
2005. Paulette loved to travel and accompanied her husband to China and Taiwan,
as well as making frequent trips to Florida and New England. She enjoyed the
outdoors and camping and was an avid sports fan, following especially the New
York Mets and New York Giants. In addition to her husband, she is survived by
one son, J. David Blackwell of Elmira; and three grandchildren, Nariah and
Jalisa Blackwell and Aaliyah Ford. She also leaves a brother, Frank Sardo of
Elmira; five stepdaughters, Shirlene Mase of Horseheads, NY, Sharon Bottone of
Holley, NY, Kristen Laferriere, Robyn Youmans and Traci Mercier, all of
Massachusetts; three grandchildren, ten step grandchildren, several
sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, etc. Family and
friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St. in
Horseheads, NY, on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2007, from 3-5:00 and again from 7-9:00
p.m. Her funeral service, officiated by the Rev. Eleanor Haber, will take place
there at the funeral home on Monday, Oct. 15, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will
be at Maple Grove Cemetery, following the service. In lieu of flowers, the
family suggests contributions be made in Paulette's memory to Southern Tier
Hospice, 11751 E. Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 10/12/2007.
SARGENT William
Age 84 of Westwind Rd., Big Flats, died Sat., Feb. 11,
2012. He was born April 6, 1927 in Tioga County, PA to Frank and Florence
(Barnes) Sargent Sr. He was recently predeceased by his wife, Arlene, on Oct.
of 2011. His surviving family includes his daughter, Lisa and Bruce Cooper of
Cayuta; granddaughter, Kelly (Scott) McGinnis of Horseheads, NY; dear friend
and "daughter," Anne Cooney of Daytona Beach FL; dear friend and
companion, Linda Cadek of Elmira Heights, NY; brother and sisters, Gene Sargent
of Tioga, PA, Joan (Bob) Heichel of Mansfield, PA, Joanna (Jack) Shaw of
Wellsboro, PA, Ruth Thomas, Betty (Joseph) Thompson; sister-in-law, Doris
Sargent, Ruth Powelson, Ellie Sargent, Stella Sargent, all of Mansfield, PA. He
was also predeceased by his brothers and sister, Douglas, Robert, Richard,
Nathaniel, Frank Jr., Neil and Leo Sargent, and Frances Burnham. Bill was
retired from Dairy Lea, NEDCO- Northeast Dairy Co-op and Dietrich's Milk
Products. He also worked throughout his retirement with the American Red Cross
in Elmira, NY. He was a longtime member of Hillview United Methodist Church and
member of the Horseheads Elks Club. Family and friends are invited to call at
the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, NY on Fri., Feb. 18,
2012 from 4-7 p.m. His service will be celebrated in the funeral home on Sat.
at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Michael Breunig officiating. Burial service will
follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. Star Gazette – February 15,
2012
SAUNDERS - MRS. ADELAIDE A. ROCKWELL, 76, of
550 Thompson Street died this morning (June 1931) at 3:30 o’clock after a brief
illness. She was the wife of the late H. Fletcher Rockwell. She is
survived by two daughters, Mrs. Cecil Spaulding and Mrs. Isaac Thomas; a
stepson, Harry F. Rockwell of Rochester; a step-daughter, Mrs. Bert Hathaway of
Corning; a sister, Mrs. Francis Toomey of this city; a brother, H. Bert
Saunders of Winslow, Ariz.; two grandsons, Charles F. Spaulding and Howard R.
Thomas and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Rockwell was a member of the
South Presbyterian Church. The remains repose at the Wilson funeral home
and Wednesday morning will be removed to her late home, where the funeral will
be held Thursday at 2:40 p.m. The Rev. I. J. Shafer will officiate.
Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. –Elmira Star-Gazette
6/16/1931
SAUNDERS Courtney Marie "Spud" - Age 6,
born May 12, 2001, of Horseheads, NY, died on Sunday May 4, 2008, surrounded by
her loving family after a brave and courageous, four and one half year battle
against Neuroblastoma Cancer. The family will welcome relatives and friends to
Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Route 13, Horseheads, NY on
Tuesday, May 6, 2008, from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be
celebrated at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 130 Oakwood Ave., Elmira Heights,
NY, on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 10 a.m. with Father Thomas O'Brien. Courtney
will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY. There will be a
"Celebration of Life" to follow at the Catholic War Veterans Post on
McCauley Ave., Elmira Heights, NY, immediately following. In honor of Courtney
we ask that you wear pink or purple. She is survived by her loving parents,
Paul and Sherry (Hendrickson) Saunders of Horseheads; sister, Halie Saunders at
home; maternal grandparents, Robert (deceased) and Joyce Hendrickson of
Hankinson, ND; paternal grandparents, Robert and Betty Saunders of Horseheads,
NY; special grandparents, Gordon and Martha Barr of Elmira Heights; special
grandparents, Gary and Sue Jerzak of Elmira; uncles and aunts, Todd
Hendrickson, Shawn and Billy Jo Hendrickson, Ryan and Jamie Hendrickson,
Christine Hendrickson (deceased), Jodi Hendrickson (deceased), Tamera
Hendrickson (deceased), David Saunders of Horseheads; and also many cousins,
special friends and classmates from Center Street School where she was a
student. Courtney touched the lives of many during her time here; she should be
remembered for her bravery, courage, determination, a beautiful smile and witty
sense of humor, never complaining during the whole ordeal. It was Courtney's
wish to be remembered with pink and purple flowers or for those wishing make
donations to the Courtney Saunders Memorial Scholarship Fund, Horseheads
Central School District, One Raider Lane, Horseheads, NY 14845, in her
memory. Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/5/2008.
SAUNDERS Patricia H. Daniel
Age 60 of Horseheads , NY died on Tuesday November 1,
2011. Patricia was born November 27, 1950 in Brooklyn, NY the daughter of Earl and
Catherine Maloney Saunders. She was a Registered Nurse at Robert Packer
Hospital and a member of The American Nurses' Association. Patricia was
pre-deceased by her father Earl Saunders, her husband Charles Daniel in 1985,
and by her brother John Saunders. Patricia is survived by her son Christopher
E. Daniel and his fiancé Erin E. Crimmer of Corning, NY; daughters and
son-in-law: Catherine A. & Eric Byland of Houston, Texas and Lauren M.
Daniel of Horseheads, NY; granddaughter: Alanna M. Daniel of Horseheads, NY;
mother: Catherine Maloney Saunders of Horseheads, NY; brother and
sister-in-law: Thomas & Sandra Saunders of Horseheads, 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 Thursday, November 3, 2011 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, November 4, 2011 at 10:30 AM at
St. Mary Our Mother Church in Horseheads, NY. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery
in Horseheads, NY. Star Gazette – November 2, 2011
SAUNDERS Robert G.
Of Horseheads, NY, died, February 10th, 2009 at age 83, at Elcor Health
Services. Born January 7, 1926, he is predeceased by his parents, Anson and Martha
(Steffen) Saunders; brothers, Jack, Richard and James; sister, Katharine; and
his granddaughter, Courtney. Robert is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty
Saunders; sons, William (Lynette) Saunders, Paul (Sherry) Saunders and David
Saunders; grandsons, Garrett Saunders, Christopher Saunders; and granddaughter,
Halie Saunders. Robert retired from Charles J. Blackwell Inc. Family and
friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 South Main St.,
Horseheads, on Friday, February 13, 2009, between the hours of 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Interment will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery. Robert's family would like to
thank the staff at Elcor for the care given to him at Hickory Knoll
South. Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/12/2009
THOMAS D. SAUNDERS age 62 of 348 Antler Road, Big Flats, unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 1, 1981. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be held thereon Saturday 11 a.m. Rev. John Van Duren, his Pastor will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Belva (Stanton) Saunders; daughter and son-in-law, Cynthia and Michael Stallard of Lynchburg, VA; son and daughter-in-law Daniel and Sharon Saunders of Horseheads; sisters, Mrs. Alvin (Leah) Tietje and Mrs. Dale (Mary) Powers, both of Painted Post and Mrs. Stuart (Catherine) Benedict of Addison; brothers, Robert of Big Flats, Albert of Painted Post and Charles of Corning; several nieces and nephews. Mr. Saunders was a member of Calvary Baptist Church of Horseheads. He was a developmental technician of the Corning Glass Works with nearly 43 years of service and was a veteran of World War II. –Elmira Star-Gazette 2/4/1981
SAVERCOOL –MRS. LUCY HAMMOND died at the family home o West Lake Street, Horseheads, Friday (Apr. 12, 1915) at 2:30 a.m. aged 63 years. She is survived by one son, Charles Colwell of Horseheads; two brothers, Jerome Savercool of Alpine and John Savercool and a sister, Mrs. Sarah McKinley. The funeral will be held at the home today at 11 a.m. The burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery. –Elmira paper April 1915
SAVEY - TORPY Elsie M. Larabee
Age 102 of Horseheads, NY died peacefully on Monday August 31, 2009 at home.
Mrs. Torpy was born March 13, 1907 in Caton, NY the daughter of the late
Clarence and Eva Rorick Savey. Elsie married her first husband, Grant S.
Larabee Sr., who pre-deceased her in 1954. She was also pre-deceased by her
second husband Elwin Torpy in 1981. Mrs. Torpy was pre-deceased by her sons
George H. Larabee in 1983, Grant S. Larabee Jr. in 1987, and by her daughter
Betty VanGorder in 1998 as well as six brothers. Mrs. Torpy is survived by her
daughter Dorothy Devendorf with whom she resided; five grandchildren and 10
great grandchildren. Private Gravesite Funeral Services will be held in Maple
Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family. The family
will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mrs. Torpy
through memorials to Town & Country Fire Department 130 Gardner Road
Horseheads, NY 14845, Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East Corning Road Corning, NY
14830, or to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are entrusted to the
Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 9/2/2009
Savey, Paul J., age 69 of 17 E. Pine Valley Mobile Homes, Pine Valley, NY, Monday, November 17, 1980 at the Arnot Ogden Hospital. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, Wed. 2 to 4 and 7 to 9p.m. Funeral services will be held there on Thurs. 10 a.m. The Rev. R. David Oertel will officiate. Interment Maple Grove Cemetery. Those wishing may make memorials in Paul’s name to the First United Methodist Church of Horseheads. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Violet (Pedalty) Savey; daughter and son-in-law, Joyce and Joseph Brescia of Horseheads; grandson, Jay Brescia of Horseheads; brothers, Richard Savey of Elmira and Lewis Smith of Valois; several nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews. Mr. Savey was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Horseheads and a retired employee of the VanDyne Oil Co., of Troy, PA with 30 years of service.
SAWESTER Joseph A.
Joseph A. Sawester, 95, of Bush Avenue, Horseheads, New York, son of the late
Thomas and Ursula (Ogar) Sawester. Joseph was formerly a longtime resident of
Beaver Falls, PA. Joseph died on Wednesday, December 17, 2008, at the Chemung
County Nursing Facility, where he received professional care from the entire
staff. Joseph is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Genevieve (Jean); his
son, Barry and daughter-in-law, Joan of Horseheads; his grandson Ed (Teresa),
his great-grandchildren, Berkley and Nicholas of Trumansburg, NY; and his many
friends, especially Donald and Janice Temple of Horseheads. In addition to his
parents, Joseph was predeceased by his five brothers and two sisters; along
with his grandson, LCPL Michael (USMC) and Michael's mother, June. Joseph
retired from Babcock & Wilcox as General Foreman in the Cold Draw Dept in
1975 with 41 years of devoted service. He had a special love for his nieces and
nephews located in Pennsylvania, Michigan, and California. Family and friends
can call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, NY on
Thursday, December 18, 2008, from 5-8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be
celebrated in St. Mary Our Mother Church, 816 W. Broad St., Horseheads, on
Friday, December 19, 2008, at 11 a.m. with burial to be held afterwards at
Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. In lieu of flowers, donations if so desired
may be sent to the Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY,
14830. The family would also like to thank Dr. Sean Stryker and the staff at
Orchard Family Health Care, Horseheads, the sixth floor staff of the Chemung
County Nursing Facility and the Southern Tier Hospice for their concerns and
professional care for Joseph. Published in the Star-Gazette on
12/18/2008
SAWORSKI NINA Y. BROWN
Nina Y. (Saworski) Age 83, of Horseheads and formerly a longtime resident of
Cayuta, died Friday, September 29, 2006. Yanina was born in Lodz, Poland, April
12, 1923, the daughter to the late John and Katrina Saworski. As a youngster,
Nina was raised in War struck Poland and Russia. She emigrated from Germany
Dec. 6, 1946 and lived and worked in Columbus, OH. After meeting and
subsequently marrying her husband, Ralph Brown, both she and her husband worked
at Westinghouse Corp. Together they were involved in the dairy farm operation
in Cayuta and for a short period of time operated the Junction Truck Stop in
Cayuta. Nina became a turned believer in Jesus as the Christ. She spoke three
languages. Her Polish accent in English was almost beyond detection and that
with no formal training. She will be remembered by her sons, Steven (Cheryl)
Brown of Cayuta, NY, C. Samuel Brown, also of Cayuta, NY; former husband, Ralph
Brown of Sullivanville, NY; and loving granddaughters, Casey and Camryn Brown.
Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main
St., Horseheads, NY, on Monday from 3-5:00 p.m. Her service will follow there
at 5:00 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Larry Appenzellar officiating. Interment in
Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.
DUANE B. SAWYER
Duane B. Sawyer, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur G. Sawyer of 721 Lorraine
Blvd., Horseheads, Saturday, Nov. 9, 1957. Survived by parents; sisters,
Carolyn J., Rose M. and Helen; brothers, Arthur G. Jr. and Robert L., all at
home; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Inez Munro of Mainesburg; maternal great-grandfather,
Thomas Hulslander of Mansfield. Funeral was held Monday at Van
Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Horseheads. Burial was in Babyland, Maple
Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.
SAXBURY Richard L. Saxbury
Age 79, of Squires Rd. in Erin, died at home surrounded
by his family on Tues., Sept. 20, 2011. He was born July 28, 1932 in Elmira, NY
to Glen and Nellie Saxbury. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Dawn
(Gardner) Saxbury; son, Richard 'Marty" (Megan) Saxbury of Erin;
stepdaughters, Audrey (Wayne) Sherman of Huntley, IL, Candee (Douglas)
Granville of Erin, NY, Rebecca (Jack) Rugaber of Breesport, NY, Suzanne Thorpe
of Elmira Heights, NY; son-in-law, Matthew Thorpe of Erin, NY; daughter-in-law,
Linda Bovair of Palm City, FL; 14 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and
several nieces and nephews and cousins. In addition to his father and mother,
Dick was also predeceased by his stepmother, Louise Saxbury; son, David
Saxbury; stepsons, Arthur and Leonard Share; granddaughter, Shannon Share;
sister, Gloria Gilbert; and brothers, Glen and Charles Saxbury. Dick was an
assembler for Schweizer Aircraft for over 44 years. He was a member of the
Horseheads American Legion and veteran of the US Air Force. Family and friends
are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on
Friday, Sept. 23, 2011 from 2-5:00 p.m. His service will follow calling hours
at 5:00 p.m. Burial service with Military Honors will take place on Saturday in
Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads at 10:00 a.m. Those wishing may remember
Dick with memorials to Erin United Methodist Church, PO Box 12, Erin, NY 14838
or Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY
14830. Star Gazette – September 22, 2011
SAYRE - Mrs. Harriet Sayre Bentley
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Descendent of Pioneer Settlers Passes From This Life
Saturday morning, shortly before noon, the family and friends mourned the
passing of that estimable lady, Mrs. Harriet Sayre Bentley, at the family
homestead in the town of Veteran. Mrs. Bentley had lived here 84 years
and endowed herself with a character which was very near the
perfect. Mrs. Bentley was a member of one of the pioneer families
of this locality. She was the daughter of Hector Sayre and he a son of
Ebenezer Sayre, who located near Horseheads about 1792, coming here from Orange
County. Among the Sayre descendents are many respected residents of
Elmira and Chemung County. Among them are Justice Walter Lloyd Smith,
George L. Curtis, Mrs. H. H. Sayles, Mrs. Jarvis Langdon, Mrs. Nelson Wells of
Elmira, the VanDuzer family of Horseheads, and others besides the many who bear
the Sayre name. The immediate family who survive are two sons. Attorney
Frank S. Bentley of Horseheads; J. Fred Bentley, who holds a responsible
position with the Standard Oil Co. and resides in Horseheads, one daughter,
Mrs. T. Everett LaFrance of Elmira, two sisters, Mrs. Mary McMillan Taylor of
Delta, Colo.; Mrs. Daniel Westlake of Grinnell, Ia.; and a brother, Ebenezer
Sayre of Delta, Colo. Deceased was the oldest member of the Horseheads
Presbyterian Church and her father and grandfather were among the early
organizers of the society. Until failing health prevented Mrs. Bentley
was among the very active members of the society. The funeral was held at
the home Monday afternoon and was in charge of Rev. F. W. Southworth, pastor of
the Horseheads Presbyterian Church. The Rev. J. C. Russell, D. D., of
Oneonta, a former Pastor of the church and a close personal friend of the
family was present and spoke of the noble character, unselfish life and honest
purpose of Mrs. Bentley's life. The bearers were the members of the
family - J. Fred Bentley, Frank S. Bentley, Hector E. Sayre, Dr. Alfred J.
Westlake, Wm. F. Sayre and T. Everett LaFrance. The remains were laid at
rest in Maple Grove cemetery. Van Buskirk Bros. had charge.
(Chemung Valley Reporter, Thu. 15 July 1909, Page 1)
SCHERER Ryan M.
Age 18 of 112 Middle Road Horseheads, NY died as the result of an automobile
accident on Sunday July 4, 2010. Ryan was born December 3, 1991 in Elmira, NY
the son of Carole A. Scherer and Arnold R. Carbaugh Jr. He was pre-deceased by
his grandfathers: Morris "Stub" Tompkins and James H. Scherer. Ryan
was a graduate of Horseheads High School Class of 2010 and was a member of The
Varsity Soccer and Lacrosse Teams. Ryan also played on the Soaring Capital
Soccer Club. Ryan was a former BMX racer and held 3 State Championships. He was
a member of the Sports Car Club of America since 1992 and Ryan enjoyed hunting
and fishing. He was to attend St. Bonaventure University in the Fall in the
Physics Program. Ryan is survived by his mother Carole A. Scherer of
Horseheads, NY; father: Arnold R. Carbaugh Jr. of Horseheads, NY; brother
Arnold R. Carbaugh III and sister Amanda Carbaugh of Horseheads, NY; maternal
grandparents: Terry and Joel V. Hennigan of Horseheads, NY; paternal
grandparents: Arnold and Elizabeth Carbaugh of Horseheads, NY; maternal uncles
and aunt: Robert Scherer, Norma and Kevin Erickson, James Scherer, and Linda
and Craig White; paternal aunts and uncles: Carole and Kennth Tota, Deb and
Christopher Nelson, and Linda and Keith Wrobel; maternal cousins: Sarah Wing,
Katie Jacobus, Christine Scherer, and Connor Scherer; paternal cousins: Alison
and Jody Rogish, Sarah and Ben White, James Nelson, and Alison Nelson. Ryan is
also survived by many many friends who will miss him dearly along with his
family. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318
West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Friday July 9, 2010 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Ryan's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday July 10,
2010 at 11 AM. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. Those
wishing may remember Ryan through memorials to the Soaring Capital Soccer Club
(PO Box 390, Elmira, NY 14902) in his memory. - Elmira Star Gazette, July 7,
2010
SCHMICK Donald L. Age 79, of Sing Sing Rd., Horseheads, died after an illness Friday, November 3, 2006, in Cleveland, OH. His surviving family includes his wife of 55 years, Edna (Austin) Schmick; sons and daughters, Rodney Schmick of Canandaigua, NY, Joan Corby of Horseheads, NY, Paul (Brenda) Schmick of Horseheads, NY, Renee (Charles) McGowan of Nashville, TN; 13 grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Don was born July 20, 1927, the son of the late Elias and Ruth (Berry) Schmick in Elmira, NY. He was the last survivor of his 2 sisters and 4 brothers. Don was the son of the former proprietor of Schmick's Ice Cream. Not following with his father's vocation, Don was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and a retiree of Corning Inc., where he was a machinist for over 31 years. He attended the First Baptist Church in Horseheads. As a hobbyist, Don was a coffee enthusiast, and enjoyed a challenging crossword puzzle. Don was proud that the American Red Cross rewarded his lifetime donation of over 10 gallons of blood. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Wed., Nov. 8, 2006, from 1-3:00 p.m. and 5-7:00 p.m. Those wishing are encouraged to bring with them a story, a memory, or remembrance of Don that will assist us in building a wonderful story and memory book celebrating Don's life with us. Don's Funeral Service will take place in the First Baptist Church of Horseheads, 2293 Grand Central Ave., Horseheads, on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2006, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads where full Military Honors will be accorded.
SCHMITT Leonard Age 87 of Tavares, Florida formerly of Elmira, died Thursday, September 20th, 2001 at the St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira. He was born in Brighton, NY on July the 7th, 1914 as the beloved son of the late Jacob and Helen Gavitt Schmitt. Surviving Leonard are: his daughter and son-in-law Sandra and Thomas Green of Selinsgrove, PA, grandchildren; Robert and Margaret Green of Pine City, NY, Amy and Kevin Gray of Selinsgrove, PA, great grandchildren; Katie and Emily Green of Pine City, NY, Sarah and Nicolas Gray of Selinsgrove, PA, sister-in-law and care-giver Lena Leonard, sisters-in-law; Louise Saxbury of Elmira, NY, Mary Schmitt of Horseheads, NY and many nieces and nephews including Carol and Richard Curkendall. Leonard was predeceased by: his loving wife and devoted friend Isabelle Cady Schmitt in 1992, brothers; Howard and Donald Schmitt and sister; Marian Schmitt and his childhood best friends the Cady Boys. Leonard was a charter member of the Southport Volunteer Fire Department. He was retired from General Electric after more than 30 years of faithful service. Leonard was proud to be in the 25 year GE club and loved to garden, hunt, fish, travel, square dance, and play cards with the Cady boys. Many may remember Leonard for the many lawns he rolled and gardens he plowed in the 50's and 60's in the Elmira area. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY, Sunday, September 23rd, 2001 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Funeral services will be held there Monday at 10:00am with the Reverend Kenneth Miller officiating. Interment will follow in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make memorials in Leonard's name to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 7 East Syracuse, NY 13057 or American Heart Assoc., NYS Affiliate, Attn: Heart Gifts, PO Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220-3049.
SCHOMO - MILLER Edith Lucille Schomo
Of Pittsburgh, PA formerly of Horseheads, NY passed into The Loving Arms of
Jesus on Sunday November 25, 2007 at the age of 92. Edith will be interred at a
later date in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the
family. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad
Street Horseheads, NY. Edith is survived by her sister Janette
Ambroise-Chaumont of Bloomington, Indiana; son and daughter-in-law: Arthur
& Janet Ferguson of Pittsburgh, PA; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a
host of caring friends. Edith was born June 30, 1915 the daughter of the late
William Ellis Schomo and Edith Claire Ferguson Schomo. She was also
pre-deceased by her brother William Schomo Jr. and by her son David Jonathan
Miller who died on June 17, 2007 with whom she resided prior to his death. Mrs.
Miller graduated from Elmira Free Academy and Elmira Business Institute. She
attended Mary Washington College and graduated from Elmira College and did
graduate work at two universities. Edith spent most of her life in Elmira and
Horseheads, NY. However, she was a teacher for many years in Frankfort, NY. In
her younger days she played the piano. Edith was an avid tennis player having
won the Elmira City Championship. Edith was a scout leader for several years
and also a leader of a sub-deb club. She loved to travel with her two sons and
had driven The Alcan Highway in Alaska when the road was unpaved and a
rock-strewn menace. A memorial service will be held for Edith and her son David
at a time to be announced. Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/16/2007.
SCHOTT Simeon H.
Age 90, of Elmira, NY, died Sunday, December 21, 2008 at the Elcor Health
Services in Horseheads, NY. Simeon was born on January 9, 1918 in Elmira, son
of the late Henry and Violet (Joslin) Schott Sr. Survivors include his
brothers, Everett Schott and George (Norrine) Schott, both of Elmira; several
nieces and nephews. Committal prayers and Interment will be private to the
family and will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery. The family of Simeon Schott
would like to thank the entire staff at the Elcor Health Services for the
wonderful care Simeon received during his stay there. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 12/23/2008
SCHULZ Warren
Age 76, of Horseheads, NY, died Tuesday, August 4, 2009. He is survived by
sons, Robert W. Schulz, Thomas M. Schulz; daughter, Barbara Jean Evans; seven
grandchildren, Kristin, Alissa, Ryan, Chelsie Padgett, Thomas M. Schultz, Jr.,
Kathleen Ann Hughlett, Melissa Schulz; great-grandchildren, Ashley, Alanna
Hughlett; special friend and dancing partner, Dottie Wood and her family;
sisters, Ellen Donnelly, Evelyn Rumsey; brother, Ronnie (Lilly) Schulz; several
nieces, nephews and cousins; preceded in death by wife, Frances Vondracek
Schulz; his father and mother, Reinbold and Helen Schulz. Warren was a veteran
of the U.S. Army, having served in the Korean War and was a Life member of the
Elmira Heights American Legion, Horseheads Elks, Moose Club and VFW. The family
will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home, Thursday, August
6th from 7-9 p.m. His Graveside Service will be held Friday, August 7th at 11
a.m. in Maple Grove Cemetery, Deacon George Welch, officiating, internment will
be with Military Honors. Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/6/2009
SCHURMANN - LUBRANO, Joan S.
Of Horseheads, NY, 77, died at Kindred Wyoming Valley Hospital, Wilkes-Barre,
PA on February 18, 2009 following a long illness. She was predeceased by her
parents, Eric and Bertha Schurmann, and is survived by her loving husband,
Louis of Horseheads, NY. Also surviving are a nephew, Matthew (Mary) Lubrano of
Brewster, NY; a brother-in-law, Matthew (Josie) of Easton, PA; and a niece,
Cynthia Moran of Staten Island, NY; and several cousins. She was a faithful
member of the Horseheads congregation and several other congregations of
Jehovah's Witnesses for over 46 years. Interment will be in Maple Grove
Cemetery, Broad St., Horseheads, NY on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at 10 a.m. A
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. in
the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 708 Lena Place, Elmira, NY.
Arrangements are under the direction of the James D. Barrett Funeral
Home. Published in the Star-Gazette from 2/20/2009 - 2/21/2009
SCHWAB Theophilius R V Schwab
manager of the Troy Grand Union Store, died in Troy. He was 67. TGR 1953
SCOFIELD - Frances E. Johnson, age 85, of 418 B Camden Ave., Bldg. F-6, Horseheads, NY; Wednesday, February 14, 1996 at St. Joseph's Hospital after a brief illness. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Winton, in 1988 and is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Florence and Asdrubal Moya, brother-in-law, James Crawford, all of Elmira, NY; neices and newphews, Marjorie (Glenn) Marion, Robert (Ruthann) Scofield, Winifred Lee, Roberta (Chester) Bonin, Harvey (Shirley) Mix, Margaret (James) Buchanan, Alliene Robinson, Gertrude LeMoine, Mercedes (Charles) Fruitt and Dorothy Stermer, several great nieces and great nephews. Mrs. Johnson was a member of the Sullivanville United Methodist Church. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Saturday, February 17th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Rev. Larry Parker will officiate. Interment Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. (Elmira Star Gazette, Pg. 2b, Fri. 16 Feb 1996)
SCOGBURG - Janet S. Hartman
Age 76 formerly of Perry St. Horseheads, NY died on Monday May 14, 2001 at the
Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Relative & friends are invited to call at the
Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home Mill St. & Grand Central Ave. Horseheads, NY
on Thursday May 17, 2001 from 2-4 & 7-8 PM. Mrs. Hartman’s Funeral &
Committal Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 8 PM. The
Rev. Anne L. Mowery will officiate. Mrs. Hartman will be laid to rest next to
her daughter Maggie in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The Family will
provide their own flowers & those wishing may remember Mrs. Hartman through
memorial to the Alzheimer’s Association Support Group, PO Box 588, Elmira, NY
14902-0588 - Elmira Star-Gazette.
SCOTT Gary Albert Age 44 formerly of Troy, PA and Elmira, NY died on Monday July 10 , 2006 after a courageous battle with Huntington's Disease. Gary was born October 13, 1961 in Troy, PA the son of Albert "Ted" Scott and Carol Ann Wylie Scott. He was a former employee of Cummings Lumber in Troy, PA. Gary was pre-deceased by his mother, Carol Ann Wylie Scott, who died on November 13, 1995 and his sisters Donna Scott Bryant who died on July 10, 2003 and Rebecca "Becky" Scott who died on December 10, 2005. He was also pre-deceased by his grandparents Thomas & Eleanor Wylie of Elmira, NY and Elmer & Alberta Scott of Troy, PA. Gary loved his family and friends and treasured the time he spent with them. Gary is survived by his loving daughters Destiny Scott and Melinda Scott of Monroeton, PA; his former wife and one of his caregivers Jill Scott of Monroeton, PA; his father: Albert "Ted" Scott of Horseheads, NY; brother and sister-in-law: Gregory & Shannon Scott of Edinboro, PA; aunts and uncles: Annette Wylie & Rick Sheen of Elmira, NY; Patty Wylie Hmiel of Elmira, NY; Barbara Doyle of Seattle, WA; Ricky Wylie & Joanne Weishaar of Honeoye Falls, NY; David Wylie of Elmira, NY and Thomas & Marley Wylie of Elmira, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Gravesite Service on Saturday July 15, 2006 at 1 PM at Maple Grove Cemetery 715 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. The Rev. Belvy White will officiate. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. Those wishing may remember Gary through memorials to Huntington's Disease Society of America (HDSA) Upstate Chapter 115 Hardwood Lane Rochester, New York 14616.
SCOTT Lena A.
Smith, Mrs. Lena A., age 78, of 64 Perry Ave., Corning, N. Y., formerly of
Sullivanville, Thursday, January 25, 1968. Friends are invited to call at
the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, Saturday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
Funeral and commital there Sunday at 2:30 p.m. The Rev. John Wolfe.
Interment Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. Survived by daughters, Mrs.
Daniel (Irene) Rodabaugh of Horseheads, RD 3, Mrs. Durwood (Marguerite)
Phillips of Corning, Miss Elaine Smith with whom she resided; sons Lawrence of
Corning and L. William of Beaver Dams, RD 1; step-daughter, Mrs. Eloise
Sturgeon of Suffolk, Virginia; step-sons, George A. Smith of Tuscaloosa,
Alabama, Axtell Smith of Freeville, N. Y.; sister Mrs. Ada Burlew of Seneca
Falls RD, 16 grandchildren, three great great grandchildren; several nieces and
nephews. She was the widow of Hiram L. Smith and a member of the
Sullivanville Methodist Church. (Elmira Star Gazette, Page 11, Saturday,
27 January 1968)
SCOTT Nancy (Scott) James
Formerly of Elmira, NY Age 49 of Abilene, KS died
peacefully on Saturday, July 23, 2005 at St. Francis Medical Center in Wichita,
KS. Nancy was born May 4, 1956 in Vineland, NJ, the daughter of Bert D. and
Thelma (Place) Scott. Her father, Bert 'Scotty' and her brother, Barry Scott,
preceded her in death. Nancy is survived by her son, Tyler D. of Abilene, KS;
daughters, Sarah S. James of Abilene, KS, Tiffany Hahn of New Cambria, KS;
loving mother, Thelma of Arizona; brothers, Tom, Brian and Stacy Scott, all of
Elmira, NY; sisters, Elizabeth (Clifford) Fairchild and Lorraine Scott, all of
Rochester, NY, Pamela Johns of Georgia, Debra Martin of Salina, KS, Karen
Graham and Amy Clifford, both of Arizona; grandchildren, Kyle Brown and
Kaytlynn Hahn of New Cambria, KS; along with several nieces, nephews, aunts,
uncles, cousins and many friends. Nancy was employed by the Abilene Memorial
Hospital in the housekeeping department. She was a wonderful mother, loving
daughter, a great sister and dear friend who will be deeply missed by all but
never forgotten. Family and friends are invited to attend Graveside Services
honoring Nancy's life on Friday, July 29, 2005 in Maple Grove Cemetery, 715
West Broad Street, Horseheads, NY at 1 p.m. Services will be celebrated by John
P. Knapp. Local arrangements by Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.
SCOTT Tom David
Elmira: Was born June 25, 1957 in Vineland, NJ, the son
of Bert D. and Thelma (Place) Scott, died on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at the
Arnot Ogden Medical Center after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. His
father, Bert "Scotty", brother, Barry Scott and sister, Nancy Scott
preceded him in death. His survivors include: loving mother, Thelma; beloved
siblings, Liz & Cliff, Pam & Mike, Lori & Mike, Debbie & Randy,
Brian & Val, Karen, Stacy and Amy & Craig; along with several nieces,
nephews, cousins and his Aunt Myrle Knapp, Uncle John Conrad and good friend,
Lenny Flora. Tom was a dedicated employee with FedEx Ground for 17 years. He
was an avid golfer and enjoyed racing, especially at Chemung Speedrome, where
he would often sponsor various teams. Family and friends are invited to gather
at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY
on Thursday, November 17, 2011 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, followed by a Memorial
Service at 7 PM, Lay Pastor John P. Knapp will celebrate his cousin Tom's life.
Interment will take place on Friday, November 18th at Maple Grove Cemetery,
Horseheads, NY at 2:00 PM. Star Gazette – November 13, 2011
SCRIVEN - SKORCZEWSKI
Priscilla Scriven Kincaid
Age 68 of 487 Sawdey Road Horseheads, NY died on Friday February 29, 2008 at
the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Priscilla was born March 6, 1939 in Elmira, NY
the daughter of the late Edward H. and Susie A. Leonard Scriven. Priscilla was
also pre-deceased by her son Paul "Skipper" Kincaid who died on
August 1, 1981 and by her brothers Gilbert "Joe" Scriven in 1999 and
Jerry Scriven who died on November 14 , 2005. She was also pre-deceased by her
first husband of 29 years Paul Kincaid who died on December 20, 1999. Priscilla
was a member of The Full Gospel Church of Catlin Center. She loved her family
and friends and cherished the time she spent with them. Priscilla is survived
by her husband Kurt Skorczewski; her children Paulette & Paul Verrette of
Dayville, CT, Brenda Mazzarella of Horseheads, NY, Dawn & Jim Horner of
Rogers, CT, Jeffrey & Donna Kincaid of Dayville, CT, Susan & Danny
Simpson of Danielson, CT, and Todd Kincaid & Barbara Blanchette of
Plainfield, CT; 10 grandchildren; sisters and brothers-in-law: Sandi &
Donald Boom of Horseheads, NY, Sally & Fred Brownell of Hahira, GA, Cheryl
& Raymond Ball of Beaver Dams, NY; brothers and sisters-in-law: Warren
"Spike" & Dawn Scriven of Beaver Dams, NY, Neil "Shorty"
& Kristen Scriven of Horseheads, NY, and Connie (Mrs. Jerry) Scriven of
Horseheads, 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 March 4, 2008 from 1-2 PM. Priscilla's
Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours with the Rev.
Patrick A. Neyman officiating. Priscilla will be laid to rest next to her
beloved son "Skipper" Kincaid in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads,
NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember
Priscilla through memorials to The Full Gospel Church of Catlin Center 2014
Chambers Road Beaver Dams, New York 14812. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 3/2/2008.
SCRIVEN Sandra L. BOOM
Age 71 of Horseheads, NY died on Wednesday July 10, 2013 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Sandy was born on July 31, 1941 the daughter of the late Edward H. Scriven and Susie A. Leonard Scriven. She was a graduate of Horseheads High School. Sandra married her husband, Donald R. Boom, on February 3, 1959 and they recently celebrated their 53rd Wedding Anniversary. Sandra was pre-deceased by her father Edward H. Scriven on August 1, 1982, her mother Susie A. Leonard Scriven on June 1 , 2005, her brother Gilbert "Joe" Scriven in 1999, her brother Jerry Scriven on November 14, 2005 and by her sister Priscilla Kincaid Skorczewski on February 29, 2008. Sandy loved her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with them. Sandra is survived by her husband Donald R. Boom; sisters and brothers-in-law: Sally & Fred Brownell of Hahira, Georgia and Cheryl & Raymond Ball of Beaver Dams, NY; brothers and sisters-in-law: Warren "Spike" & Dawn Scriven of Beaver Dams, NY, Neil "Shorty" & Kristen Scriven of Beaver Dams, NY, Connie (Mrs. Jerry) Scriven of Hahira, Georgia, Dick & Candy Clark of Binghamton, NY; brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Edward Boom and Ila (Mrs. Lee) Williams both of Horseheads, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends including her niece and Goddaughter Melissa Meade. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY on Tuesday July 16, 2013 from 10 AM to 12 Noon. Sandra's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home at the conclusion of calling hours with James Radford officiating. Sandra will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Sandy through memorials to The American Diabetes Foundation. Star Gazette – July 11, 2013
SPAULDING -PATRICIA S. RECARD age 88 of
Horseheads, NY. She was born September 28, 1932 in Canton, PA, daughter of
the late Albert and Marion (Carl) Spaulding and passed away Saturday,
December 26, 2020 at the Taylor Health Center in Bath, NY. She was
predeceased by her second husband Richard in 2010 as well as her
granddaughter Jennifer. She is survived by her children; son Jeffrey and
Diana Merritt of Horseheads, daughter Anita and Bill Daw of San Tan Valley,
AZ, daughter Julie and William White of Knoxville, TN, son Steven Merritt of
Geneseo, NY; step children Richard Recard, Jr. of Lewisville, CO, Kathleen
and Bob Ervay of Horseheads, Nancy Hough of Waverly, Steven and Jennifer
Recard of Honeoye Falls, NY; sister Phyllis (Russell) Crane of Troy, PA;
grandchildren Kenneth (Annie), Kristen (Matt), William, Rachael, Janae,
Jonathan, Teresa Smith, Brian Ervay, Kief Hough, Christina Carter,
Christopher Hough, Katherine Recard, and David Recard; with 18 great
grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; along with several nieces and
nephews. Pat retired from Swan Sons, Morse Agency. She was a member of the
Horseheads 1st Presbyterian Church where she served as a Deacon and a
preschool teacher. Pat was a devoted mother and wife who loved to garden,
cook, bake, read, and go out for a night of bowling, bicycling, walking, and
exercise. She also enjoyed dance nights, to the likes of Lawrence Welk and
the Big Bands. She was a teacher at heart; she poured her talent and love
into the church's nursery School for many years. When life's twists and
turns required it, she boldly returned to school for her Bachelor's Degree
after which she worked for many years with Swan Sons Insurance. Her keen
sense of hearing was well known; she would often 'catch' the kids in the
midst of mischief. Pat was loyal to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,
attending Bible Study up until the Corona Virus pandemic shutdown the
community. She had her faith put to the test with conflicts she faced, which
ultimately led her to the love of her life, Richard Recard. When Pat married
Richard in 1990, she accepted her extended family with open arms. Even when
dementia stole some of her memories, Pat maintained her humble attitude and
self-depreciating humor. A fiercely loyal mother and friend, she did not
like to be the attention in the room, but her presence was always recognized
as being just, kind, and fair. She is and will be greatly missed. Private
services will be held with her family at the Horseheads 1st First
Presbyterian Church. She will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery.
-Elmira Star-Gazette 1/3/2021
SPERRY -LEAH C. CRAMER age 93 of Horseheads
passed away Sun. May 2, 2021 following a long and full life. Born on July 5,
1927 in Westfield, PA; Leah was the daughter of the late, Clifford & Marie
Button Sperry. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 68 years, Alan
B. Cramer in 2014. Leah loved her home and was a devoted wife, mother, and
homemaker. She enjoyed painting, was active in the Horseheads Historical
Society. Leah and Alan were dedicated to helping others with special needs,
they were active in making sidewalks accessible in N.Y.S. Surviving is her
cherished family, daughter, Susan Cramer Maizel, and her husband, Richard;
son, Elwin "Bud" Cramer, and his wife, Ina; son, James Cramer; son, Dana
Cramer; five grandchildren, Alexia Maizel, Josh Maizel, Megan Cramer
Andrews, Jason Cramer, and Warren Cramer, and nine great grandchildren. All
services will be held privately. Leah will be buried in Maple Grove
Cemetery, Horseheads, NY. -Elmira Star-Gazette 5/17/2021
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