SMITH - MORELAND
           Barbara SMITH  died on Thursday, June 22, 2000 in St. Joseph's  Hospital after a courageous battle with Diabetes. She was born April 14, 1931 in  Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Rowland and Esther Smith. She was a  graduate of Amherst High School and Cortland State University. A former teacher with the Horseheads Central School Dist., she was also a UCP Advocate and  member of the Horseheads First Presbyterian Church. A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, she is survived by her husband of 46 years, Sherman Moreland   III, daughters: Elizabeth Bossong of Vestal, NY, Leslie (David) Varrelman of Malvern, PA; son, Todd (Tamara) Moreland of Moorestown, NJ; son-in-law, James  Bossong of Endicott, NY; grandchildren, Meagan Bossong, Matthew and Lindsey Varrelman, Tessa and Jesse Moreland all at home. Also survived by beloved cousins: Donald (Mary Lou) Abbott of Tonawanda, NY, and aunt, Louise Smith of Princeton, KY. She leaves behind many special friends and bridge partners. Prior   to her illness, she played a vital role in the community; was active in Broadway  Theater league, YWCA, Horseheads Women's Club, Girl Scouts, UCP Volunteer of the Year and a Camp Counselor for many years. Barbara was an avid Bridge  player and proud of her work with learning-challenged children. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads on Sunday,  June 25 from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. Her funeral service will take place in the First  Presbyterian Church, 2943 Westinghouse Rd., Horseheads on Monday, June 26, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Jeffrey S. Bell officiating. Interment will follow in  Maple Grove Cemetery. At Barbara's request, family will provide flowers. Kindly remember Barbara with memorials to the American Diabetes Association, 20    Ramona St., Rochester, NY 14613.

SMITH Cecil D. Age 81, of Sullivanville and formerly a longtime resident and proprietor in Big Flats, died at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006. Cecil was predeceased by his wife, Viola in 1993; and son, Leland in 2006. He is survived by his children, Betty (James) McCracken of Horseheads, NY, Sharon (Anthony) Santarone of Horseheads, NY, Sandy Rice of Addison, NY, and Steve Smith of Elmira, NY; daughter-in-law, Connie Smith of Millport, NY; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and sisters, Joyce, Linda, Mary and Lorna. Cecil was born April 25, 1925 in Big Flats, NY, the son of the late Ernest and Hazel (Clark) Smith. Prior to entering the U.S. Army, Cecil worked on Botcher's Tobacco Farm. Wounded in Military Action during the France Campaign, Cecil returned home and for over 35 years was the owner and operator of Smith Disposal Service in Big Flats. Services will take place privately at the convenience of his family in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. Arrangements are with Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads.

CLARENCE H. SMITH age 69 of 278 West 9th St., Elmira Heights, Saturday, Nov. 6, 1871.  Friends may call at Ballard & Lindgren Funeral Home, Sunday 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral and committal service there Monday at 11 a.m., the Rev. Gilbert C. Shepherd.  Burial in Forest Lawn memorial Park.  Survived by wife, Dorothy; daughters, Mrs. Betty Rakoski of Breesport, Mrs. Donna Brown of Elmira; step-daughters, Miss Elizabeth Elston at home, Mary Elston of Nashville, Tenn.; step-son, John Elston of Horseheads; sister, Mrs. Cordia Forrest of Waverly; brother, Lyle Smith Sr. of Elmira; seven grandchildren; one great-grandson.  He was a retired employee of General Electric and a life-long resident of Elmira Heights.  –Elmira Sunday Telegram 11/7/1971

COX SMITH Cohen C. "Coco"
2 year old son of Jennifer Cox and Michael E. Smith died
to be one of God's "Little Angels'' on Sunday March 1, 2009 as the result of a house fire. "Coco" was born November 16, 2006 in Elmira, NY . He was loved by his entire family and everyone cherished the time they had with him. "Coco" is survived by his mother Jennifer Cox and her special friend Javon Harden of Elmira, NY; his father: Michael E. Smith of Elmira, NY; brothers: Decoda and Ryan and an unborn brother; sister: Mickayla Smith; maternal grandparents: Rebecca Sardo & William Cox of Elmira, NY; paternal grandparents: Michael L. & Joann Smith of Elmira, NY; maternal great grandfather: Michael A. Sardo of Elmira Heights, NY; paternal great grandfathers; Stanley K. Spencer and Lawrence E. Smith Sr.; several great aunts, great uncles, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many caring friends. "Coco" was pre-deceased maternal great grandmother Norma C. Jones Sardo and paternal great grandparents Dorothy & Edward Sarro, Florence & Arthur Soper, and Doris Smith. Relatives and friends are invited to attend "Coco's" Funeral Services on Tuesday March 10, 2009 at 11 AM at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. The Rev. Herb Bailey will officiate. "Coco" will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. In lieu of flowers Cohen's Family would like memorials made in his memory to The St. Joseph's Hospital Burn Unit, 555 St. Joseph's Blvd. Elmira, NY 14901.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/8/2009

Conrad SMITH died at his home on Carroll Street, in Horseheads, Sunday morning, aged 82 years.  He is survived by his wife, two sons, Benjamin of Horseheads, and Charles of Walla Walla, Wash,; one daughter, Mrs. Francis Whitney, at home; one brother Israel Smith of Big Flats, and eight grandchildren.   Mr. Smith had been a member of the Baptist Church of Horseheads for 46 years.  The funeral was held at the home Wednesday at 2 o’clock.  The Rev. C. E. Christian officiated.  Interment in Maple Grove cemetery.  Van Buskirk Bros. had charge.  (Chemung Valley Reporter, Page 8, Thursday, 26 August 1909)

SMITH - GUSTIN, CORA L.,   [SRGP 11801] Cora L. Gustin, 96, of Horseheads, NY died March 12, 1987.  She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Horseheads for over 50 years.  Mrs. Gustin was a graduate of the Arnot Ogden School of Nursing and a retired registered nurse.  She was the widow of Harry T.B. Gustin who died in 1950.  Among her survivors are a son and daughter-in-law, William D. and Beverly Gustin of Schnectady, NY; daughter, Mrs. Esther G. Morrison of Union, MI; five grandchildren; two great grandchildren; sister; Mrs. Frances Robbins of Elmira, NY; several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services were held March 13 at the VanBuskirk and Lynch Funeral Home in Horseheads with Rev. Jeffery S. Bell officiating and interment to be in Maple Grove Cemetery.  Those wishing to make memorial contributions may do so to the First Presbyterian Church of Horseheads or to Bethany Manor.  (TGR March 19, 1987)

SMITH - CONRAD Della J. (Smith)
Age 91, of Horseheads, died on Nov. 14, 2007 at Bethany Village where she had resided. She was born May 3, 1916 in Rutland Township, PA, the daughter to the late Bert and Rose (Cook) Smith. She was predeceased by her husband, John "Jack" Conrad; sisters, Anna Brown, Flora Hall, Irene Eisenhart; brothers, William, Warren and Max Smith; nephews, Randolph and Lewis Smith Jr.; and niece, Marjorie Grant. She is survived by her brother, Lewis Smith of Dunedin, FL; nephew, James Smith of Illinois, Howard Brown of California; niece, Ann (Carlton) Rennie of Lawrenceville, PA; several great-nieces and great-nephews; and special friends, including Stanley Smoogen and his family, and Molly Richardson. Della was a graduate of Mansfield High School and retired from Philco Electronics/ Ford Aeronautics and Aerospace Division in Lansdale, PA. Locally she was a member of Breesport Baptist Church and member and past matron in 1984 of Alert Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star in Elmira Heights, NY. She was also member and past grand noble in 1985 of Elmira Rebecca Lodge. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Mon., Nov. 19, 2007, from 12:00 noon-1:30 p.m. Eastern Star service will take place at 1:30 p.m. with her funeral service to be celebrated there at the funeral home at 2:00 p.m. Her graveside service will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. NOTICE: Officers and member of O.E.S. will gather at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, on Monday at 1:30 p.m. to conduct a memorial service for their departed sister.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/16/2007.

SMITH - CONRAD Della J. (Smith)
Age 91, of Horseheads, died on Nov. 14, 2007 at Bethany Village where she had resided. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Mon., Nov. 19, 2007, from 12:00 noon-1:30 p.m. Eastern Star service will take place at 1:30 p.m. with her funeral service to be celebrated there at the funeral home at 2:00 p.m. Her graveside service will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. NOTICE: Officers and member of O.E.S. will gather at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, on Monday at 1:30 p.m. to conduct a memorial service for their departed sister.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 11/17/2007 - 11/19/2007

SMITH - SWIMELAR (SRGP 03120)
Dorothy K. (Smith) Age 94, of Benjamin Rd., Horseheads, died Friday, Oct. 7, 2005, at the Seneca View Nursing Facility in Montour Falls. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband, Carl, in 1977; and is survived by her son and daughters, Carol (George) Claypool of Sayre, PA, Donna Gordon (Arnold Hoch) of Averill Park, NY, Kathy (Ken) Hansen of Horseheads, NY, Jeff (Kathy) Swimelar of Pine City, NY; grandchildren, BreAnn and Matthew Swimelar, Amy and Barry Claypool, Debbie Inman, Cherie Gordon, Terry Gordon, Dustin, Kacie and Stephanie Hansen; great-grandchildren, Daniel, Brandon, Jordan, Thomas, Carrie, Samuel and Adrianne. Dorothy was born May 25, 1911 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Matthew and Nina (York) Smith. For many years, Dorothy was a talented seamstress, having worked for Ray Garner and Garner Manufacturing in Elmira. She was a loving mother and homemaker who enjoyed the precious time spent with her family. In her earlier years, she also enjoyed bowling and crocheting. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Monday, Oct. 10, 2005, from 2-3:00 p.m. with her service to follow at 3:00 p.m. The Rev. Dr. Larry Appenzellar to officiate. Interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads at the convenience of her family.

SMITH Harold P. Age 79, and formerly of Westlake St., Horseheads, died Monday, March 19, 2007, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Smitty was predeceased by his wife, Marion in 2000; and is survived by his daughters, Gayle Smith of Elmira Heights, NY, Jayne Wilkens of Elmira Heights, NY, Elayne and Ray McCarthy of Harmony, PA; grandchildren, Angela, Joseph and Jamie; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Betty and Marion Personius of Horseheads, NY, James and Judy Powers of Elmira, NY, and Yvonne Powers of Elmira, NY. Smitty was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Horseheads. He was the payroll manager for A&P Foods in Horseheads prior to closing in 1979. Together with his wife they moved to Florida where he worked for Florida Electric Motor and later returned to the area in 1995. Smitty was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who also loved harness racing. He was a 24 year member of the Horseheads Volunteer Fire Department and past member of Horseheads Old Oak Lodge 364 F.&A.M. Smitty was also a veteran of the US Navy serving during WWII. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, Today, Wednesday, March 21, 2007, from 2-4:00 p.m. and again from 6:30-8:30 p.m. where his service officiated by the Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne will take place there at 8:30 p.m. Interment will take place with his wife in Maple Grove Cemetery. Those wishing may also express their sympathy with memorials to the Horseheads Fire Company, 134 N. Main St., Horseheads, NY 14845.
 

SMITH –GERALDINE E. (SMITH) WESTERVELT, age 81, of Pine Valley, NY went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 11, 2005, at home surrounded by her family.  Gerry was born in Elmira, NY, the daughter to the late William e. and Ruth (Personius) Smith on April 22, 1923.  She was a devoted homemaker and loved to entertain guests.  She raised 5 children.  Gerry was predeceased by her parents; four brothers; three sisters; a daughter, Helen Bell; and son, Edward Westervelt.  He is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Robert E. Westervelt; daughters, Bunny (Gordon) Elford of Elmira Heights, Jean (Donald) Boyce of Camden, ME; and son, Charles (Bonnie) Westervelt of York, PA.  She is also survived by her sisters, Patricia (Joseph) Cotton of Deland, FL, Mildred Mathews of Corning, brother, Harold (Janet) Smith of Bath; daughter-in-law, Debbie Westervelt of Campbell; and son-in-law, Fredie Bell of Hogsheads; brothers-in-law, Carl (Virginia) Westervelt of Norwich, NY, and Lee Harlan of Ft. Meyers, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews.  She was the loving grandmother to 14 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.  Gerry enjoyed being a Stanley Home Products demonstrator for many years and also worked at Westinghouse Corp.  She also attended Maranatha Bible Chapel.  Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Saturday, January 15, 2005, from 1-3:00 and 6-8:00 p.m.  Her service will follow there at the funeral home at 8:00 p.m. with the Rev. Daniel Miller and the Rev. William Wells officiating.  Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  In lieu of flowers, those wishing may express their sympathy with memorials to Maranatha Bible Chapel, 774 Sing Sing Rd., Horseheads, NY of the Southern Tier Hospice Inc., 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY.  Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home.  –Elmira Star Gazette.

SMITH - DARROW
Hazel P. 'Bum' Loving wife, mother and grandmother Age 66, of Gillett, PA. died unexpectedly early Saturday morning, October 13, 2001 at Memorial Hospital in Towanda, PA. Surviving are: Her children, Joyce Walker of Elmira, NY; Charles (Billie) Bixby of Elmira, NY; Raymond (Bonnie) Bixby of Gillett, PA. Husband, Robert Darrow of Gillett. PA; 10 Grandchildren and 2 Great-grandchildren; Brothers, Ernie Smith of Nelson, PA; Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Smith of Beaver Dams, NY; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Smith of Florida; Sisters, Bernice Thompson of Montour Falls, NY and Mary Ann Perry of Danbury, CT; Numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Clarence 'Dutch' Smith and a sister, Genevieve Gitchel. Hazel was a member of the Gillett Baptist Church, Gillett, PA. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. on Tuesday, October 16, 2001 from 1:00 to 3:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM with Funeral and Committal Service there at the conclusion of calling hours Tuesday at 8:00 PM, The Rev. Donald Rockwell will officiate. Interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads NY at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make memorials to Gillett Lions Club, Gillett, PA 16925 or to Southern Tier Association for the Visually Impaired, 719 Lake St., Elmira, NY 14901 in Hazel's memory. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

SMITH - REDMAN
Judith A. Age 61 of Elmira, NY formerly of Horseheads, NY died on Saturday October 29, 2005 at Robert Packer Hospital. Judy was born February 24, 1944 in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Frank and Maxine E. Dunn Smith. Judy was a licensed hairdresser for many years and was currently a rehabilitation aide and certified nurse's aide at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira, NY. Judy attended St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, St. John's Episcopal Church, and Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Her passion for living was her children and grandchildren with whom she spent many hours and cherished every moment. Judy loved the special Sunday dinners, picnics, and movies. Judy is survived by her loving and devoted daughters: Tamra Thompson & Terry Zahuranec of Horseheads, NY and Tracia Redman of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren: Matt, Tanner, Nicholas, Rachael, Christian, Taren, Mitchell, Sarah, and Nicole; great-granddaughter: Makayla; sister and brother-in-law: Jean & Ralph Van Patten of Elmira, NY; aunts and uncles: Gerry Dunn of Wrightstown, NJ, Gladys "Mimi" Barton of Elmira, NY, Hazel & Norman MacLaury of Altoona, PA, Marjorie Haflett of Elmira, NY, Lucille Dunn of Little Valley, NY and Robert & Doris Dunn of Elmira, NY; nephew: Michael (Lisa) Van Patten of Virginia; several grand nieces, grand 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 November 1, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church 408 South Main Street Horseheads, NY on Wednesday November 2, 2005 at 11 AM by Rev. Robert F. Adkins. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.

SMITH –KATHRYN J. KOLE age 74 of Rockwell Ave. Horseheads passed away April 20, 2017. She was born in Sayre, PA to the late Elmer and Ruth (Wildrick) Smith. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard, in 2015; son, Richard Kole; and daughter, Dawn Mathews. Survived by her daughters and son, Sherry Foley of Horseheads, NY, Billie-Jo (Jim) Cowl of Elmira, NY, Bonnie Kole-Naylor of Wellsburg, NY, Barbarella (Eric) Johnson of Rabbit Hole, Vinton, OH, Cody (Kristin) Kole of Kennesaw, GA; dear companion, Jack Smith of Horseheads; 16 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; many foster children; brothers and sisters, Urban (Kay) Smith of AZ, Sue (Dan) Coon of Horseheads, NY, Charlie (John) Wildrick of FL, Becky (George) VanDerveer of PA, Joyce (Ron) Brown of PA, David (Grace) Smith of Woodhull, NY; many nieces and nephews; and close and caring friends. Kathy was a machine operator at Hardinge for 26 years. Most of all she enjoyed time spent with her family. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 from 4-6:00 p.m. Her service will follow at 6:00 p.m. Burial at a later date in Maple Grove Cemetery. Special thanks to the care workers at the Chemung Co. Nursing Facility 2nd floor and Guthrie Corning Hospital for the wonderful care you provided. –Elmira Star-Gazette 4/22/2017

SMITH
Leland E. Sr. Age 81 of 3246 S. Main Street, Horseheads, New York, died on Saturday, October 6, 2001 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Born July 6, 1920 in Elmira, NY to the late Raymond and Lillian (Thomas) Smith. He was predeceased by his wife Eileen in 1994, sisters Agnes and Esther May and brothers Oliver and Norman. Survivors include his son, Leland (Bonnie) Smith Jr. of Hollywood, FL; daughters Carol Senkiw of Monroe, NC and Judy (Bill) Wittman of Horseheads; grandchildren Michael (Elizabeth) Smith of Hollywood, FL, Marcia Senkiw of Horseheads, Laurie (Daniel) Casteline of Mathews, NC, Derek (Sandra) Wittman of Temple, TX and Shannah (Christopher) Kamas of Wellsburg; great grandchildren, Samantha Senkiw, Joshua Crowley, Rachel Wittman and Alexis Smith; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Leland was employed as a union bricklayer for over 50 years belonging to Local #23 in Elmira, Local #12 in Corning and Local #8 in Ithaca. He was also a veteran of World War 2 having served in the Air Force and also the Signal Corp in China, Burma and India receiving two-battle stars and good conduct medals. At Leland's request there will be no prior calling hours. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery.

SMITH  Leland F. Age 57, of Pine Valley and formerly of Big Flats, died unexpectedly on Monday, Jan. 2, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Lee is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Connie (Titsworth) Smith; daughter and sons, Teresa (Kevin) Curkendall of Horseheads, Brian (Lisa Iffert) Smith of Elmira, Christopher (Becky Reed) Smith, also of Elmira; grandchildren, Devin and Kara Curkendall, both at home; father, Cecil Smith of Sullivanville; sisters and brothers, Betty (James) McCracken of Horseheads, Sharon (Tony) Santarone of Horseheads, Stephen Smith of Elmira, and Sandy (Tad) Rice of Addison, NY; along with several nieces, nephews and friends. Lee was born Nov. 12, 1948 in Corning, NY, the son to Cecil and the late Viola (Gardner) Smith. For over 25 years, Lee worked as a heavy equipment operator with the Town of Big Flats. He loved working outdoors and maintained a passion for old cars. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2006, from 4-7:00 p.m., where his service will follow at 7:00 p.m., the Rev. Donald Guiles officiating. Private family interment services in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.

SMITH - COON, Lena S. Devoted wife, mother and grandmother
Age 98 of Elcor Health Services, and formerly of Villa Serene Apartments, Elmira Heights died on April 21, 1999 in St. Joseph’s Hospital.  Lena was born March 11, 1901 in Granville Summit, PA the daughter of Willard and Recksiville (Swain) Smith.  She is survived by her daughters, Louise (John) Swanson of Horseheads, Geraldine (Gordon) Carey of Horseheads, Phyllis (Paul) Ryan of Venice, FL; daughters-in-law, Maryalice Coon and Anor Coon; son-in-law, Edward Eldrett; 19 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren and 8 great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years William James Coon; sons Howard, William C., and Larry Coon; and daughter, Benice (Bobbie) Eldrett.  Lena was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who took great pride in her family.  A former Remington Rand employee, she was an avid Yankees fan, who in her later years enjoyed living at Elcor Health Service.  Friends are invited to attend her funeral service at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Saturday, April 24 at 3 PM.  Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in Maple Grove Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers memorials in Mrs. Coon’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 627 West Church St., Elmira, NY 14905 Elmira Star-Gazette

SMITH -  Mrs. Mabel E. Foster Mrs. Mabel E. Foster, 63, of Sullivanville, Sunday, Jan. 25, 1948.  Survived by husband, Homer Foster; daughter Mrs. Darrell Rodabaugh; sons, John and Homer Jr.; six grandchildren, all of Sullivanville; brother Ernest Smith of Elmira; several nieces and nephews.  The body is at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, where funeral will be held Wednesday, 2 p.m.  Rev. Leslie Simon.  Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.

SMITH - HAMLIN Mariel M.
Age 69 of 251 Terry Hill Road Horseheads, NY died on Monday May 21, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira, NY. Mariel was born May 25, 1937 in Buffalo, NY the daughter of the late Victor L. and Lillian Kiser Smith. She married her husband, Harry E. Hamlin, on March 9, 1967 and they recently celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary on March 9, 2007. Mariel worked at Curtis Food Service and SYSCO Foods in Horseheads, NY. She was a member of The Sullivanville United Methodist Church and the American Legion Post # 154 Auxiliary in Elmira Heights, NY. Mariel loved her family, friends, her dogs, and enjoyed wildlife and Mother Nature. Mariel is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 40 years Harry E. Hamlin; her daughter: Darlene M. Freeman of Stockholm, Sweden; her son: Glenn C. Freeman of Horseheads, NY; two grandchildren; brother: Wayne V. Smith of Syracuse, NY; sister-in-law: Mary Hamlin of Horseheads, NY; several step children, step grandchildren, one step great grandson, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends including a special niece Shilo Smith. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Thursday May 24, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mrs. Hamlin's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday May 25, 2007 at 11 AM. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mariel through memorials to The Horseheads Animal Shelter, The SPCA, or to a charity of one's choice. Mariel's family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Parker, Dr. Malanoski, and the entire staff at St. Joseph's Hospital.

SMITH –MARILYN F. (SMITH) HELD of Horseheads, NY: Age 93, formerly of Elmira and Pine City, passed away peacefully at home on June 11, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Born December 6, 1920 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Evelyn Allen Smith and Ulric V. Smith, she lived most of her life in Elmira graduating from EFA. In addition to her parents, Marilyn was predeceased by her first husband of 50 years, Alfred L. Held; her second husband of 17 years, John F. Woodhull; and her only sibling, Betty Smith Stevens and her husband Warren. In 1941, Marilyn graduated with her degree in Costume Art & Retailing from the Rochester Athenaeum & Mechanics Institute (RIT). Upon graduation, she worked at S.F. Iszard's in Elmira as a window display designer and merchandise buyer and later at Gorton Coy. While working at Iszard's she met her first husband, Alfred Held, who she married on January 31, 1942. She later became a stay at home mom, raising five children together. In 1961, Marilyn began a new career at Westinghouse Corporation and after 22 years of service she retired as a test tube inspector. After Alfred's death in 1992, she renewed her friendship with John Woodhull, a high school friend. They married on Thanksgiving Day in 1995. She spent her retirement years enjoying her family, her home, her gardens, and her much loved pets, Izzy and Cody. She also enjoyed labeling and dating family pictures and delving into genealogy with her eldest, son Kenneth and his loving wife, Joyce. Marilyn leaves behind her loving children, Kenneth (Joyce) Held of Vermont, Alan (Cynthia) Held of Pine City, Jason (Eileen) Held of AZ, Evelyn (James) Laskaris of Horseheads and Bryon Held of Peekskill; along with eight grandchildren, their spouses, and fifteen great-grandchildren. Family will welcome relatives and friends at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira/Southport, NY from 2 PM to 4 PM on Monday, June 16, 2014. Marilyn's Funeral Service celebrating her life will follow at 4 PM. Reverend David Daniels will officiate. Private interment will take place at Maple Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing can make donations in Marilyn's name to the Chemung County Humane Society and CareFirst formerly Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative Care. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. –Elmira Star-Gazette 6/15/2014

SMITH –MILDRED A. MATHEWS, age 81, of Corning, NY went to be with her Lord Sunday, September 14, 2014 at Elderwood Nursing Facility in Waverly, NY. Millie was born on June 19, 1933 in Elmira, NY to the late William E. and Ruth E. (Personius) Smith. She married Leslie R. Mathews on January 19, 1960 at the Wesleyan Methodist Church in Elmira, NY, and was predeceased by him on February 14, 1995. Millie was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed crocheting blankets for family members. She liked listening to Christian music, and was a lifelong member of the Central Baptist Church in Corning. She will be remembered for her feisty spirit and sense of humor. Millie will be dearly missed by her five daughters, Wanda Pyhtila of Chemung, NY, Brenda (Donald) Self of Maryville, TN, Patricia (Stephen) Dixon of Honolulu, HI, Charlotte McConnell of Corning, and Helen Mathews of Maryville, TN; two sons, Timothy (Frances) Mathews of Corning, and Larry (Megan Thistle) Mathews of Painted Post, NY; sister, Patricia (Joe) Cotton; brother, Harold (Jan) Smith; grandchildren, Shannon (Jamie) Hussak, John (Beth) Moore, Jr., Alicia Mathews, Eric (Brittany) Pyhtila, Christine (Tom) Frost, Christopher Self, Melissa Morrison, Carissa, Justin, and Joshua Mathews, Kyle and Benjamin Dixon, Megan, Matthew, and Alivia Earl; three great-grandchildren, Ethan Pyhtila, Kylie Goff, and Levi Morrison; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Millie was predeceased by her brothers, William, Charles, Robert, and John Smith; sisters, Mary Halliday, Geraldine Westervelt, Shirley Harlan and Joyce Westervelt; and granddaughter, Laura Self. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter's Funeral Home, LLC, 14 East Pulteney Street in Corning. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 18, 2014 at Central Baptist Church, 11791 East Corning Road in Corning with Rev. Ronald F. Aebersold officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads following the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Millie's name may be made to the Central Baptist Church, 11791 East Corning Road, Corning, NY. The family would like to thank the staff at Elderwood Nursing Facility for their fine care and dedication to our Mom. –Elmira Star-Gazette 9/16/2014

SMITH - WALTON
MaryJane (Smith, Christian) Age 78, of Horseheads, NY, passed gently from this world on September 22, 2001 at 4:04 AM. She is survived by her husband, William S. Walton; son, Jack E. (Annette) Christian of Salisbury, Massachusetts; and daughter, Robin K. (John) Olivier of Richmond, VA. She has four grandchildren, Rebecca Christian of Elmira, NY, Brett Christian of Elmira, NY, Emily Olivier of Richmond, VA and Joshua Olivier of Richmond, VA. She has two step-daughters, Betsy (Bill) Field of East Smithfield, PA and Shirley (Don) Perry of Montrose, VA; 14 Step grandchildren and 23 Step great-grandchildren. Her sisters, Jeanette Bartlett lives in Phoenix, AZ and Shirley Totton lives in Houghton Lakes, MI; and her brother, Norman Smith lives in Sumpter, SC. She was dearly loved in this life, and will be greatly missed. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, NY on Monday, September 24, 2001 from 4-6:00 p.m. Her funeral service will follow there, at the funeral home, at the conclusion of calling hours at 6:00 p.m. The Rev. Lynn Enzein will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.

SMITH Stephen C.
Age 54, of Level Acres Dr., Horseheads, died Wed., May 20, 2009, at Elcor Health Center. Steve was born in Corning to the late Cecil and Viola (Gardner) Smith. He is survived by his sons and daughter, Steve and Janice Smith of Kirkwood, NY, Jessica (Joseph) McConnell of Painted Post, NY, Shane Smith of North Dakota; grandchildren, Hannah, Hunter, Katherine and Lauren; sisters, Betty (Jim) McCracken, Sharon (Tony) Santarone, Sandy (Tad) Rice; sister-in-law, Connie Smith; several aunts, uncles and friends. In addition to his parents, Steve was also predeceased by his brother, Leland Smith, in 2006. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Thursday, May 28, 2009, from 3:30-4:30. His service will follow there at 4:30. Interment beside his father in Maple Grove Cemetery.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/24/2009

William E. Smith, age 75, of 1416 Bloomingrove Rd., Williamsport, PA, formerly of Elmira, at the Williamsport Hospital, May 22, 1973. Friends may call at the Sanders Funeral Home, 821 Diamond St., Williamsport, Wednesday 7 to 9 p.m. The body will then be removed to the Olthof Funeral Home, where friends may call Thursday 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Friday at 10 a.m., the Rev. David Rees. Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. Survived by wife, Lydia Schmelzle Porter Smith; sons, William E. Smith, Jr., of Attica, NY, Charles Smith of Elmira; John of Danville, IL, Harold of Elmira Heights; daughters, Mrs. Otto Halliday of RD 3 Horseheads, Mrs. Robert Westervelt of Baldwinsville, Mrs. Lee Harlan of Colorado Springs, CO, Mrs. Carl Westervelt of RD 2, Watkins Glen, Mrs. Leslie Matthews of RD 1, Corning, Mrs. Joseph Cotton of Watkins Glen; step-sons, Grover Stonesifer of Williamsport, PA, Kenneth Porter of RD 2, Williamsport, Mrs. Harry Butters of Williamsport; 40 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 15 step-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren.

 

SMITH William F. "Smitty" Smith 

Age 67, of Horseheads, NY, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 27, 2012, after a short illness. Bill was born October 14, 1945 in Corning, NY, a son of Francis and Marian Jerome Smith. He was a graduate of Horseheads High School in 1964, served his country honorably with the US Navy, was employed by Eaton for over 35 years and was a member of the American Legion Post #442. Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing, racing and time spent with his camping friends and family. He is predeceased by his father, Francis P. Smith. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, JoAnne Bowers Smith; son, Jason (Melissa) Smith; grandchildren, Izabella, Alexa, Kamryn and Derrick; mother, Marian L. Jerome Smith; brother, Ronald Smith; brothers and sisters-in-law, Lee (Carol) Whipple and Charles (Donna) Bowers; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Friday, November 30, 2012, from 6-8 p.m. He will be laid to rest at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY, with full Military Honors at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation, Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14905 in Bill's memory.    Star Gazette – November 29, 2012

 

SMITH –WILMA L. FRETZ of Elmira NY passed away peacefully on Friday, April 20, 2018 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of 49 years of the late William H. Fretz who passed away May 8th, 2000. She is survived by two daughters, Darlene Moses of Elmira and Vivian Euzent of Sunnyvale, CA; five grandchildren, Christopher and Ronald Moses, Michael, Bryan & Danielle Euzent and seven great-grandchildren. She also leaves her brother behind, Milton Smith of Lagrange, KY. She was a foster parent for over forty years to more than 150 babies before she retired. A proud graduate of Odessa Central School Class of 1947, she often organized and attended all the class reunions. In addition to being co-owner of Bill's TV and Radio Service for over thirty years, she helped rear her grandchildren with the appropriate mix of love and homemade cookies. She volunteered for many years teaching Sunday School at her church, drove for Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, and also volunteered at Arnot Ogden Hospital nursing home. Her passion was going to McDonald's to share breakfast with friends and meeting with her Circle of Women Group. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 11:00 am at the First Presbyterian Church in Elmira with a luncheon to follow. Interment at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads NY at the family's convenience. In lieu of flowers, please make donation in her mane to First Presbyterian Church, 1054 W. Clinton St. Elmira NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 4/22/2018

 

SNELL Arteline G. Collins
Age 85 formerly of Elmira Heights, NY died on Sunday August 15 , 2010 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Arteline was born June 19, 1925 in the Town of Horseheads the daughter of the late Brady and Celia Bulkley Snell. She was also pre-deceased by her brothers and sisters. Arteline married her husband Homer Lee Collins Sr. who pre-deceased her on February 12, 1986. Mrs. Collins is survived by her sons: Homer Lee Collins Jr. of Elmira Heights, NY and Gordon Lewis Collins of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren: Jeffery L. Collins, Tammy L. Collins, Timothy L. Collins, and Trevor Collins; brother: Sheldon Snell of Texas; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Mrs. Collins' Funeral Services (Today) Friday August 20, 2010 at 4 PM at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.- Elmira Star Gazette, August 20, 2010

 

SNYDER –CARLA S. FIALA age 86 of Horseheads, NY, passed away at home on Thursday morning, June 18, 2015. Carla was born in Elmira, NY, to the late Harold W. and Leona (King) Snyder and was predeceased by her brother, Charles Snyder. She attended Horseheads High School and retired from Elcor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center with over 25 years as a nurse's aide. Carla is survived by her children, Jacquelyn (Philip) Sanders of Indianapolis, IN, Timothy (Mary Beth) Fiala and Thomas Fiala both of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Devon, Dominic, Jennifer, Joseph, Cortney, and Ryan; great grandchildren, Lauryn, Marcus, Connor, Natalie; and extended family members and friends. Carla was a former member of the First Presbyterian Church in Horseheads. She was a phenomenal baker, loved NASCAR, and basketball. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Inc., 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Monday, June 22, 2015, from 3-5:00 pm. Her service will follow there at the funeral home at 5:00 pm. Private burial in Maple Grove Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 6/202015

 

SNYDER –LOIS E. NEWCOMER, age 89 of Horseheads, NY went Home to be with Her Lord and Saviour on Monday December 15, 2014 at Elcor Nursing Home. Lois was born September 30, 1925 in Trevorton, PA the daughter of the late Daniel and Dolly Sigafoos Snyder. She received her Nursing Degree from The University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing and was a member of The Army Cadet Corps. Lois married her husband, Fremont J. "Red" Newcomer, on December 13, 1947 and they recently celebrated their 67th Wedding Anniversary on December 13, 2014. She was a Registered Nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira, NY and retired after 39 years of dedicated service. After her retirement, Lois continued her nursing service to the community working for Care Givers in Horseheads. Lois attended The First Baptist Church of Horseheads and was a former founding member of The Calvary Baptist Church of Horseheads where she was a member of the church choir and active in the children and youth ministries. In addition to her parents, Lois is pre-deceased by her brother Ray Snyder and her brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, William Newcomer and Margaret and Fremont Lowe. Lois loved her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with them. Lois is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 67 years Fremont J. "Red" Newcomer; daughters: Sharon L. Newcomer and Kay J. Newcomer-Brown both of Horseheads, NY; son and daughter-in-law: Terry R. & Christie J. Newcomer of McClure, PA; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law: Arlene (Mrs. Ray) Snyder of York, PA, Tish & Ron Miller of Linden, PA, and Shirley (Mrs. William) Newcomer of Williamsport, PA; several 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 Sunday December 21, 2014 from 6-8 PM and Monday December 22, 2014 from 10-11 AM. Mrs. Newcomer's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 11 AM with Chaplain Dave Knuppenburg and Rev. Sidney Aldrich officiating. Lois will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. In lieu of flowers those wishing may remember Mrs. Newcomer through memorial contributions to The Spencer-VanEtten High Music Dept. Route 34 and Dartts Crossroads Spencer, NY or to Mifflin County Christian Academy, 5113 Back Maitland Road, McClure, PA. Lois' Family would like give a heartfelt Thank You to entire Staff of Maple Creek at Elcor for their loving and compassionate care given to Lois during her stay. –Towanda Daily Review 12/18/2014

SOPER   Arthur Age 78, of Horseheads, NY, died peacefully Sunday, January 29, 2006, at his home with his family by his side. Arthur was born in Elmira, NY son of the late Cecil and Nona (Brunskill) Soper. Arthur served our country in the United States Navy during WWII, along with being the owner of Art's Exterminating Service in Horseheads for many years. He was a member of VFW Post #6083 in Elmira, American Legion Post #442 in Horseheads, Elks Club's in Elmira and Horseheads, also Horseheads Old Oak Masonic Lodge #0364 F&A.M. Survivors include his stepdaughter, Jacqueline (John Cordier) Carlson of Calabash, NC; stepsons, Michael (Joann) Smith of Elmira, and Thomas (Irene) Smith of Goose Creek, SC; sister, Vivian (Hugh) Webster of Penn Yan, NY; several grandchildren and nieces and nephews; lifelong friend, Nancy Klein of Austin, TX. Arthur was predeceased by his wife, Florence in 2003; and his brother, Robert Soper. Family and friends are invited to a memorial service for Arthur on Wednesday, February 1, 2006, at 4 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home with Rev. Gary Chorpenning officiating. Interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Arthur's name can be made to the American Cancer Society. The Horseheads Old Oak Masonic Lodge #0364 F&A.M. will hold a Committal Service for departed brother Arthur at 4 p.m. at the funeral home. (Douglas Day, Master)

SOUTHARD Carlton C.
2-year old son of Mrs. Shirley Southard of the Snake Hill Rd. Horseheads, RD 3, & the late Carlton Southard, Monday, Oct. 15, 1956. Survived by mother; sisters, Wilma & Carolyn, & brothers, John, David & Rodney Southard, all at home; paternal grandparents Mr. & Mrs. William Southard of Horseheads; maternal grandfather, Donald F. Harrington of Lyons, N.Y.; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Florence Soper of Memphis, Ark.; maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Carrie B. Harrington of Horseheads. The body is at the VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Horseheads, where friends may call tonight from 7 to 9 & Wednesday 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Thursday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Augustus N. Peckham. Babyland, Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.

SOUTHARD- DOBELL, ALEEN M.
OF HORSEHEADS - Age 90 of 1113 Grand Central Avenue, Horse heads, NY Tuesday, Oct. 14, 1997 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband Raymond; sons, Donald & Raymond Dobell Jr. She is survived by daughter & son-in-law, Betty & Ralph Dorman of Horseheads; brother & sister-in-law George & Bonnie Southard of Erin; niece, Evelyn Stokes of Horseheads; several grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home Friday 12:00 to 2:00 PM. Funeral services will follow calling hours. The interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads.

SOUTHARD - Ella Louise, the infant daughter of Mr. & Mrs. George Southard, died Saturday morning at the family home in the town of Horseheads, aged two years. The parents, a brother, Ivan, & two sisters, Aleen & Juanita, survive her. The funeral will be held at the family home. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery. - Ella Louise died November 17 1917.

SOUTHARD Erwin P.
Age 89, of 167 ½ College Avenue, Elmira Heights, NY, Monday, January 18, 1988. Friends are invited to call at the VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Mill St, & Grand Central Avenue Horseheads, Wednesday 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 pm. Funeral & Committal Service will be held Thursday at 11 am. Pastor Larry Parker officiating. Interment Maple Grove Cemetery. Survived by sons & daughters-in-law Richard & Martha Montgomery of Corning, NY, Paul & Sandy Montgomery of Horseheads, NY, Donald Southard of Elmira, NY; daughters & sons-in-law, Delores Williams of TX, Carolyn & Tom Robbins of Elmira, NY, Connie & Ralph Paul of Elmira, NY, Janet & Richard Stoll of Horseheads, NY; Mrs. Evelyn Stooks of Horseheads, NY; 23 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mrs. Genevieve Hartman of Big Flats, NY, Mrs. Lorena Hodge of Horseheads, NY; several nieces & nephews; Mr. Southard was predeceased by his wife, Florence L. Southard, July 19, 1979. He was a retired employee of Marshall’s Feed Mill.

SOUTHARD Mrs. Evelyn M. Stooks
LRC Retiree Age 75 of 2089 Grand Central Ave. Horseheads, NY died on Monday, November 27, 2000 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Mrs. Stooks was born March 26, 1925 in Elmira Heights, NY the daughter of the late Erwin & Kathleen Juanita Southard. Evelyn married her husband, John R. Stooks who died on November 7, 1980. She was a member of The First United Methodist Church of Horseheads. Evelyn was a retired employee of LRC in Horseheads, NY. Mrs. Stooks is survived by her children, Kathleen Stooks of Horseheads, NY, Marilyn Stooks of San Diego, CA, Lois & Merritt Wilson of Breesport, NY, John R. “Rick” & Janet Stooks Jr. of East Syracuse, NY, & Ann Stooks of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Tanya Stooks, P.J. Stooks, Miranda Stooks, Kaya Stooks, Justin Stooks, Kaitlyn Stooks, Eric Wilson, Megan Wilson & Brad Wilson; great-grandchildren, Emmalee Bush & Tatilyana Odom; aunt Bonnie Southard of Erin, NY; nephew, Robert Cardone of St. Petersburg, FL; several cousins & close family friends. Relatives & friends are invited to call at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Mill St. & Grand Central Ave., Horseheads, NY on Thursday, November 30, 2000 from 7-9 PM. Mrs. Stooks’ Funeral & Committal Service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 9 PM. The Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family. The family will provide their own flowers & those wishing may remember Evelyn through memorials to The First United Methodist Church of Horseheads, 1034 West Broad St. Horseheads, NY 14845.

SOUTHARD Fannie- Mrs. Nicholas Caldarelli
Mrs. Nicholas Caldarelli of 310 East 14 th. Street, Elmira Heights, died Thursday at 4:15 p.m. She is survived by her husband, Nicholas Caldarelli; four sisters, Mrs. Harry Kiser & Mrs. Ernest Wood of Horseheads; Mrs. Howard Walker; Mrs. George Snyder of Atlanta, N.Y.; two brothers, Charles Southard of Middlebury, Pa., & George Southard of Elmira Heights. The funeral will be held at the family home, Sunday at 2 p.m. The Rev. George Whiting of Horseheads will officiate, Buriel in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.- Fannie died 11 Aug 1927.

SOUTHARD Genevieve - Mrs. Genevieve Hartman
Age 90 of 420 Main Street, Big Flats, NY. Saturday October 8, 1994. Mrs. Hartman was born July 28, 1904 in Hornby, NY the Daughter of Delbert & Jennie McIntyre Southard. She was a member of the First Untied Methodist Church of Horseheads & the Ladies Auxiliary of the Skinner-Ernest American Legion Post 1612 of Big Flats, NY. Mrs. Hartman was predeceased by her husband, John B. Hartman, on February 24, 1986. She is survived by Daughters & Sons-in-law: Jennie & Albert Comfort of Big Flats, NY, Emma & Veryle Price of Mancus, Colorado, Clara & Walter McNeil of Big Flats, NY, Ruth Radford of Beaver Dams, NY; Sons & Daughters-in-law: Fred & Nettie Hartman of Pine Valley, NY, Theodore & Pat Hartman of Elmira, NY, Ernest & Sheila Hartman of Horseheads, NY, Lester & Doreen Hartman of Horseheads, NY, William & Cindy Hartman of Horseheads, NY, Joseph & Brenda Hartman of Elmira, NY; 50 Grandchildren; 64 Great-Grandchildren; 13 Great-Great-Grandchildren; several Nieces & Nephews & special friend, Debbie Doan. Friends are invited to call at the VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Mill St. & Grand Central Ave., Horseheads, NY Tuesday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Mrs. Hartman’s Funeral & Committal Services will be held at the Funeral Home Wednesday at 1 PM. The Rev. Carl K. Johnson Officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery. The family will provide their own flowers. Those wishing may remember Mrs. Hartman through memorial contributions to Southern Tier Hospice, 244 West Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901.

SOUTHARD George D., Village of Elmira Heights Retiree, Age 70 of 1796 Swartwood Hill Rd., Erin, NY, Sunday June 7, 1998 at Robert Packer Hospital after an extended illness. He is survived by his wife Beatrice, son & daughter-in-law Stephen & Darlene of Elmira, NY; daughters & sons-in-law Patricia & Richard Horton of Roanoke, Va., Bonnie Jean & Dale Franklin of Cayuta, NY, Juanita & David Butler of Erin, NY; 9 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews & cousins including niece, Evelyn Stooks of Horseheads, NY. Mr. Southard was a member of Highway Tabernacle Church, Van Etten, NY, was retired from the Village of Elmira Heights & later was employed at American LaFrance. Family & friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 10, 1998 from 6 to 8 PM. Funeral Service will follow at 8 PM. Rev. Donald Early & Rev. Larry Parker will officiate. Interment Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads at the convenience of the family. - Elmira Star-Gazette.

SOUTHARD -  Mrs. Henrietta Kiser, 72, of Horseheads RD 2. This morning May 14, 1951. She was the widow of Harry Kiser. Survived by daughters, Mrs. Edna Acker, Mrs. Lillian Smith & Mrs. Loretta Wells, all of Horseheads, Mrs. Myrtle McAtee of Breesport & Mrs. Maryann Horton of Burdett; son Harry Kiser of Horseheads; sisters, Mrs. Lillian Wood of Horseheads, Mrs. Mary Walker of North Coshocton & Mrs. Minnie Snyder of Atlantis, N.Y.; 10 Grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews. The body is at the VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Horseheads, where funeral will be held Thursday at 2:30 p.m. The Rev. Robert McNeill & Waldo H. Kihlstrom. Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.

SOUTHARD HIRAM
Hiram H. Southard of Horseheads, died this morning at 10 o’clock at a hospital in this city. He is survived by his widow, an adopted daughter, four brothers, John Horace, William & George, all of Horseheads; five sisters, Mrs. Harry Kiser of Horseheads; Mrs. Lillian Wood of Elmira; Mrs. Fannie Caldvila of Erin; also Mary & Minnie. The funeral will be held at the family home on Ithaca street in Horseheads Monday at 2 p.m., the Rev. William Jacques to officiate. Burial in Maple Grove cemetery at Horseheads.- Hiram died 29 November 1918.

Horace SOUTHARD
The funeral of Horace Southard will be held at the family home of his daughter, Mrs. Harry Kiser, at Horseheads, Wednesday, at 2 o’clock. The burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, at Horseheads.

SOUTHARD IVAN I.
Age 63 of Van Etten, N.Y. Tuesday March 12, 1974. Friends may call at Ballard & Lindgren Funeral Home Wednesday & Thursday 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral & committal service there Friday 11 a.m. with Rev. Edwin Reichman. Survived by mother. Mrs. Mary Southard; brothers, William L. of Van Etten & George of Erin; sisters, Mrs. Aleen Dobell of Elmira & Mrs. Verna Miller of Van Etten, niece, Mrs. Evelyn Stooks of Horseheads & several other nieces & nephews.

 

SOUTHARD JOHN L. - 65, died at the family home, 516 West Franklin Street, Horseheads. Friday morning at 6:30 o’clock. He is survived by his widow, two brothers, five sisters. Mr. Southard had resided in Horseheads since 1908 & was highly respected. The funeral will be held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. in the Horseheads M. E. Church. The Rev. George Whiting will officiate. Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.- John died May 20,1927.- Elmira Advertiser.

 

SOUTHARD Juanita - MRS. ERWIN SOUTHARD
Mrs. Juanita Southard, 27, late of Lewis Street, Elmira Heights, died Thursday night after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband, Erwin Southard, a daughter, Evelyn; the parents, Mr. & Mrs. George Southard of Elmira Heights; two sisters, Mrs. Raymond Dobell of Sullivanville; Miss Verna Southard & three brothers, Ivan, William, & George Jr. all of Elmira Heights. The body is in the Gustin funeral home, Horseheads until Monday noon. The funeral will be held Monday at 2:30 p.m. in the Pentecostal Church, Lewis Street, Elmira Heights. The Rev. Mr. Watrous will officiate. Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. Died March 8, 1934.

SOUTHARD  MRS. LILLIAN M. WOOD
Mrs. Lillian M. Wood, 77, of Fisherville, Elmira RD 1, Monday, April 3, 1961. Survived by sons, Ernest of Lockwood RD 1 Albert of Fisherville; 16 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren. Body at VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral Home. Calling hours: today 7 to 9 p.m., Wednesday 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Thursday at 10 a.m. the Rev. Daniel Gelatt. Maple Grove Cemetery

RICHARD C. SOUTHARD of Woodruff, SC and formerly of Horseheads, NY passed away peacefully on Friday morning, April 10, 2015 at the age of 61. Rick was born on January 31, 1954 in Elmira, NY. He graduated from Horseheads High School class of 1973. Rick was employed by LRC/Thomas and Betts as a supervisor for several years, and was a coach for several years for CYO Basketball and Horseheads Little League. Rick is predeceased by his beloved son, Tim Southard, wife, Susan Southard, mother, Florence Stuck and siblings Deanna and Jim. Rick is survived by his son, Andrew (Amanda) Southard of Spokane, WA; stepchildren, Melissa Messner, and James (Becki) Messner both of Big Flats, NY; grandchildren, Timothy and Levi Southard, and Peyton and Brycen Messner; brothers and sisters, twin brother, Randy (Lynn) Southard of Horseheads, NY, Fred (Liz) Southard of Pine City, NY, Mary (James) Bush of Horseheads, NY and Charlotte (Al) McMilin of Helena, MT; Aunt, Loretta Meade of Ithaca, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and his four legged companion, Sophie. Relatives and friends are invited to Rick's Liturgy of Christian Burial at St. Mary Our Mother Church, Horseheads, NY on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at 9:30 AM. Rick will be laid to rest alongside his son in Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. The family graciously accepts remembrances with donations in Rick's memory to St. Mary Our Mother CYO Basketball, 816 W. Broad St., Horseheads, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 4/21/2015

SOUTHARD - Verna Miller
Age 72 of 17 Swartwood Road Van Etten, NY. Sunday May 25, 1997 at Robert Packer Hospital. Mrs. Miller was born June 24, 1924 in Elmira Heights, NY, the daughter of George G. & Mary Ellen Miller Southard. She married her husband, Albert E. Miller, on February 27, 1944 & they recently celebrated their 53rd Wedding Anniversary on February 27, 1997. Mrs. Miller is survived by her husband, Albert E. Miller; sons & daughters-in-laws, William E. & Connie R. Miller Sr. of Newfield, NY, Kenneth & Diane Miller of Elmira Heights, NY; several grandchildren & great-grandchildren; brother & sister-in-law George & Bonnie Southard of Erin, NY; sister Aleen Dobell of Elmira , NY; sister-in-law & brother-in-law, Alberta & Lynn Mortar of Horseheads, NY; several nieces, nephews & cousins. There will be no prior calling hours. Relatives & friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service Tuesday, May 27, 1997 at 7 PM at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Mill St. & Grand Central Ave. Horseheads, NY. The Rev. John Bedzyk will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY.

SOUTHARD William L.
Age 68, of Swartwood Road, Van-Etten, Monday, April 18, 1988. Friends may call at the Ballard & Lingren Funeral Home, Wednesday 2 to 4 & 7 to 8pm with Rev. Roland E. Newell officiating. Interment Maple Grove Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Ethel; sisters, Aleen Dobell of Horseheads & Verna Miller of VanEtten; brother, George of Erin; niece, Evelyn Stooks of Horseheads; 8 other nieces & nephews; 35 great nieces & nephews; he was a retired Street Superintendent for the Village of Elmira Heights, a Veteran of WWII, & a member of Heights Legion Post #154. - Elmira Star-Gazette

SOUTHARD  WILLIAM W.
The funeral of William W. Southard was held at the family home on Hulett street, Horseheads, today at 3 p.m. Burial was in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. - William W. Southard died December 9, 1924.

SOWERS - HUFF
Edna L. Age 74 of Hannibal, NY formerly of Horseheads, NY died on Wednesday January 31, 2007. Edna was born on January 13, 1933 in Montour Falls, NY the daughter of the late Clifton and Doris White Sowers. She married her husband Dean A. Huff on September 19, 1953 and they recently celebrated their 53rd Wedding Anniversary on September 19, 2006. She was pre-deceased by her son Thomas E. Huff. Mrs. Huff was a member of Riverside United Methodist Church in Elmira, NY. She was a volunteer at the National Warplane Museum. She loved her family and friends and cherished the time she spent with them. Mrs. Huff is survived by her loving husband of 53 years Dean A. Huff; daughters and sons-in-law: Shari and Bob Burdick of Elmira, NY; Debbie and Joey Chitwood of Live Oak, FL; Gayle and Reggie Blandford of Horseheads, NY; Laurie Drake of Hannibal, NY; son and daughter-in-law: Mark and Rowena Huff of Caton, NY; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister: Beverly and Carl Gosper of Osceola, PA; sever nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Saturday February 3, 2007 from 3-4 PM. Mrs. Huff's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 4PM. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family.