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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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Woodlawn Obituaries |
BEAMAN - Mrs. Effie B. Cassada, 513 W. First St. Today, Oct 14, 1946. Survived by husband, Louis B.; son, Franklin J. of Elmira; brothers, Humphrey Beaman of Long Island, William Beaman of Troy, Pa.; sisters, Mrs. William Montgomery of Washington, Pa., Miss Frances Beaman of Try, Pa.; six grandchildren. Body is at the Holly Funeral Home where funeral will be Thursday at 1 p.m. Rev. Martin D. Hardin. Woodlawn Cemetery. Please omit flowers.
BEAMAN EFFIE
Cassada, Mrs. Effie Beaman – died Tuesday morning, October 15th at the Arnot
Ogden Hospital in Elmira, NY after a week’s illness. She is survived by her
husband, Louis B Cassada, one son, Franklin J Cassada, both of Elmira; a
sister, Mrs. W S Montgomery of Washington, Pa. and a sister, Frances R Beaman
of Troy; two brothers, Humphrey M Beaman of Bay Shore,Long Island, NY and
William W Beaman of Troy. Also six grandchildren, all of Elmira. The funeral
services were held at the Holley Funeral Home on West Gray Street in Elmira
Thursday afternoon, October 17th. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira,
NY.
ELLIOTT W. BEARDSLEY age 79 of Elmira, died
Wednesday, August 21, 2019. He is survived by many family and friends
including his longtime friend and caregiver Catherine Wood. Elliott was
retired from Coach USA and a Veteran US Army Korea. In Liew of flowers those
wishing may make a donation in his memory to the New Life Assembly of God
Church (envelopes available at the funeral Home). The family will receive
relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home, Tuesday August 27th from
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. His Funeral Service immediately following at 12:30
p.m. Burial to follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. -Elmira Star-Gazette 8/25/2019
BEARDSLEY Richard E.
Age 64, of Elmira, NY, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at
his home. Richard was born on November 12, 1945 in Elmira, son of the late
LaVern and Vivian (Yaple) Beardsley. He was also predeceased by his son,
Richard Jr. in 1980. Richard was a member of the Auxiliary Police. He was an
avid bowler, and loved fishing and spending time with his family and friends.
Richard is survived by the love of his life, Elizabeth Swartout; daughters,
Beth and Marie Beardsley; son, George Beardsley; step-daughter, Saresa
Swartout; step-son, Shawn (Mary) Swartout; sisters, Hazel (Herbert) Hall,
Gloria (Bernard) Hults, Doris (Francis) Peace, Betty (David) Grover, Bonnie
Niles, and Etta Mae Beardsley; brother, Elliott Beardsley; several grandchildren
and nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call Wednesday, June
30th, 2010 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A memorial
service will follow at 3 p.m. Interment will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery at
the convenience of the Family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of
Richard can be made to Southern Tier Hospice. – Elmira Star Gazette, June 22,
2010
GEORGE T. BECHTOL, one of the oldest residents of Elmira died Tuesday morning (Jan. 4, 1916) at 6:20 o’clock at the family home, No. 378 South Main Street. Mr. Bechtol was born in this city seventy-nine years ago, the family home having stood on the corner of Baldwin and Market Streets many years. Over seventy years ago, before the day of the advent of the steam railroads in the Chemung Valley, Mr. Bechtol’s father, Evan Bechtol was a partner with Cooley & Maxwell in operating four stage lines in various directions of Elmira. His father was a harnessmaker by trade and conducted a business in that line many years. The decedent was a machinist by trade and was employed many years in the former LaFrance fire engine shops. Later he was a master machinist in the United States Navy Yard at Washington, D.C. and until about five years ago when, because of ill health he retired from business. He was married fifty years ago to Miss Helen Griffin, who survives him; also a brother, Evan Bechtol; a sister, Mrs. Smith J. Howe, both of this city; also ten nephews and three nieces. Mr. Bechtol was a member of Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church and of the brotherhood of that church. The funeral was held Thursday at 1 p.m. with a prayer service at the family home and service at Centenary Church at 2 p.m. The Rev. A. L. Hobart officiated. Burial was in Woodlawn. –Elmira Sunday Telegram 1/9/1916
BECK
–MARGARET A, ‘PEGGY’ RICE, age 76, of Elmira, NY passed away on Friday, July
28, 2017 at the Elcor Nursing Rehabilitation Center in Horseheads, NY.
Margaret was born in Jersey Shore, PA on December 28, 1940, daughter of the
late Howard and Margaret (Young) Beck. Margaret retired from the City of
Elmira Dept. of Public Works after many years of service. Margaret is
survived by her 11 children, Merle Moore II, Elden Moore, Loretta Miller,
Cindy Rice, Marvin Rice, William H. Rice Jr., Glenn Rice, Marsha Rice, Linda
Wandell, Shirley Rice and Jody Rice; many grandchildren and many great
grandchildren; sisters, Helen McDonald, Ella (Ike) Savey, Louise (Dick) Kemp
and Irene (Ralph) Gilbert; brother, Howard (Diane) Beck; many nieces and
nephew; brother-in-law, Bob Steinger; good friend, Rosie Edger. Peggy Ann
was predeceased by her husband, William H. Rice Sr. in 2006 and her sister,
Nancy Steinger. A very special thank you to Margaret's grandson, Merle
"Champ"Moore III for all that he has done for his grandmother. Family and
friends are invited to call Tuesday, August 1, 2017 from 4 to 6 pm at the
James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 6pm.
Interment will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery on Wednesday, August 2nd at
10 am. Peggy's family would like to thank the staff of Elcor and Carefirst
for the wonderful care they provided for Peggy during her difficult time.
Peggy loved nature and all animals. She found beauty in everything that life
had to offer. She will be missed by all who knew Peggy. –Elmira Star-Gazette
7/30/2017
BECKER James C., Jr. Age 51, of 60 Broad Ave., Binghamton, NY, formerly of Elmira, NY. He was born April 12, 1954 in Elmira, the son of James C. and Regenia (Lenox) Becker, Sr. and died Thursday, May 12, 2005, unexpectedly at home. He was predeceased by his father in 1994; grandmother, Mervil Lenox in 1994; aunt, Elsie Johnson in 1992; grandfathers, Ivan Lenox in 1984, and Clesson Becker in 1974; uncle Raymond Becker in 1944. James is survived by his wife, Theresa (Therit); and children, Joshua and Jamie Becker, all of Binghamton; mother and stepfather, Regenia (Jean) Becker and John H. Peer of Horseheads; brother and sister-in-law, Bruce and Resurreccion Becker; nieces and nephews Stephanie, Erika, Justin and Kiana Becker, all of Cincinnati, OH; along with several aunts, uncles and cousins. He graduated from SRU High School in E. Smithfield, PA in 1972, Mansfield University, and Broome Community College. James was formerly employed with Pepsi Bottling Co. in Binghamton and Elmira. He was Chaplain of the S.A.L. Post 1645, Binghamton; was an avid NASCAR (Kyle Petty), NY Giants and Yankees fan, and was a very knowledgeable history buff. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, May 15th, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. His funeral and committal services will follow at 8 p.m. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Charles B. BECKWITH, 47, a painter by occupation, who was employed in Elmira, died unexpectedly Thursday morning of a heart seizure at the family home in Pine City. His mother, Mrs. B. Beckwith died last week, at Pine City. Mr. Beckwith is survived by his widow. Mrs. Mildred Beckwith. The funeral will be held in the family home Saturday at 10 a.m. The Rev. George Burroughs will officiate. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira (handwritten on article Feb 14, 1929)
BECKWITH ,(first name ? ) Mrs. Jacob Miller - Mrs. Jacob Miller of Lower Maple Avenue died Sunday at Lemon City, Florida following an illness of eight days of an apoplectic seizure. Mrs. Miller was a member of the Riverside Methodist Episcopal Church and had resided in Elmira many years. The family had passed the winters in Florida several years. The decedent is survived by her husband, Jacob Miller; a daughter, Mrs. Chester Breese of Lemon City, Fla; two brothers, Guy and Judd Beckwith of Elmira. The funeral will be held at Lemon City, Fla. Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. The remains will be removed to Elmira in the spring for burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.
BECKWITH – Miss Mildred Beckwith, age 95, formerly of 352½ Maple Ave., Elmira, died Sunday, August 6, 1989. Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Penna Ave., Wednesday, August 16, 2-4 pm with Funeral and Committal Services there at the conclusion of Calling Hours, Wednesday at 4:00 pm. Rev. Melanie Cole officiating. Interment, Woodlawn Cemetery. Survived by close friends, Geraldine and George Simons of Elmira; also predeceased by close friend, Martha Ross, July 21, 1989. Mildred was a Sunday School Teacher and member of the Riverside United Methodist Church for 50 years and was an assistant to the Librarian at the Steele Memorial Library for 38 years.
BEDIENT Paul R.
Age 70, of Briggs, TX. He was born January 11, 1938 in Bradford, NY, son of the
late Edward and Helen (Kelley) Bedient, and died Saturday, April 26, 2008, at
the Central Texas Veterans Hospital, Temple, TX. He was predeceased by his
parents; stepmother, Lillian Bedient; and brother, Claude Bedient. He is
survived by his wife, Wenonah (Denson) Bedient; children and their spouses,
Debbie and Jim Bond of Hector, NY, Paul, Jr. and Pam Bedient of MI, Tina and
Richard Snyder of Beaver Dams, NY, Sonya and Jim Personius of Montour Falls,
NY, Frank and Barbara Bedient of MI, and Merle Bedient of Montour Falls, NY; 17
grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; sister, Ernestine Trainer of Hobe
Sound, FL. Mr. Bedient retired as a heavy equipment mechanic. He was a veteran
of the U.S. Army and a member of the V.F.W., Kempner, TX. Family and friends
are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira, on Friday, May 2nd, from 10 to 11 a.m. His funeral service will
be held at 11 a.m. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Woodlawn
Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/1/2008.
BEDZYK Helen J. Weaver
Formerly of Laurentian Place, died on Thursday, January 20, 2011 at Bethany Manor. She was born January 22, 1920 in Elmira Heights, NY the daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Moskal) Bedzyk. Her loving husband Lester L. (Jeff) Weaver predeceased her December 28, 1993. Her brothers Rev. Peter Bedzyk, Rev. John Bedzyk and Michael Bedzyk also preceded her in death. She is survived by her beloved son and daughter-in-law, Ronald P. and Kim Weaver who unselfishly and lovingly cared for her throughout the years, adored granddaughters; Christie Weaver and Stacie Weaver; along with several in- laws, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and her church family. Helen was an original member of the former Pentecostal Tabernacle, and was involved in the following ministries with her families church: Sunday School Teacher, played her accordion in the church orchestra, and sang in the church choir. She was a former dedicated employee of Remington Rand. She was a wonderful hostess and hospitable to all whom entered her home. Family and friends are invited to call at Elmira Christian Center, 235 East Miller Street, Elmira, NY 14904 on Monday, January 24, 2011 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Funeral services honoring her life will be held there on Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Belvy White celebrating Helen's services. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her beloved "Jeff". Memorial donations may be directed to Elmira Christian Academy envelopes will be available at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. Star Gazette – January 21, 2011
BRENDA L. BEEBE
of Horseheads, NY formerly of Addison, NY passed away on Sunday August 16,
2015. She was born June 8, 1959 in Corning, NY the daughter of the late
Francis and Wilma Moss Beebe. She was a Veteran of the U.S. Army. She was
pre-deceased by her son Brett Morseman on July 5, 2008 and by her brother,
Francis "Tinker" Beebe. Brenda is survived by her sons: Arthur Morseman Jr.
of Horseheads, NY and Jesse Backpack; daughters: Sabrina and Robert Cook of
Spencer, NY and Sara A. Morseman of Horseheads, NY; 7 grandchildren; loving
and devoted companion Ted E. Redding of Horseheads, NY; brothers and
sisters-in-law: Asa and Roxanne Beebe; Eugene and Naomi Beebe; Benjamin
Payne; sisters: Gladys, Genevieve Paterson, and Wilma; 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 Wednesday August 19, 2015 from 10-11AM. Brenda's Funeral Services will be
held at the conclusion of calling hours at 11AM. Brenda will be laid to rest
next to her son Brett in Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira, NY. –Elmira
Star-gazette 8/18/2015
WILLIAM BEEBE died Wednesday afternoon (Jan. 5, 1916) at the family apartments in the Metzger block, No. 419 North Main Street after an extended illness. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Esther M. Beebe; two daughters, Mrs. W. A. Covert of Avon and Mrs. Fred D. Hackley of Elmira; three grandchildren, Charlotte, William and Arthur Covert; also a son, George Beebe of Schenectady. The funeral was held Friday at 2 p.m. Burial was in Woodlawn. –Elmira Sunday Telegram 1/9/1916
BEECHER Charles M
Courtesy of Tryniski, Tom M., historian. The Randolph Courant. 14 Jul 1881
Death of an Editor
Charles M. Beecher, Editor of the Elmira Advertiser, died very suddenly at his home in Elmira last Friday morning. He left the office at 10 o'clock in the evening, complaining that he felt feverish and went home. He went to bed and about 1 o'clock in the morning arose and sat on the edge of the bed saying, "Oh, dear, I can't stand this." He then got up and walked across the room and turning to come back, fell dead. He was between 50 and 53years of age and his whole life's work has been connected with the newspaper profession. He was naturally an editor, and one of those who grew up into the profession from the printer's ease and knew it thoroughly from the bottom. He was the son of Moses Beecher, who was well known in Cattaraugus county, having been connected with the Holland Land Company's office in this county for many years, and he was born in Ellicottville. He learned his trade on the old Cattaraugus Whig, a newspaper that upon organization of the Republican party became the Cattaraugus Freeman. His brother-in-law, Delos E. Sill, conducted the paper when he first entered the office. During this apprenticeship and his early years he wrote much for the Whig and wrote well, manifesting an ability in that direction that he subsequently has shown in a marked degree. His fist newspaper venture was in Cuba, Allegany county, where he began the publication of the Allegany Cuban. This was merged with the Angelica Republican, his partner being his brother William. The Republican was subsequently merged with the Angelica Reporter and removed to Wellsville, where it became the Wellsville Reporter and is now conducted by Enos Barnes. From Angelica, Mr. Beecher went to Dunkirk and became proprietor of the Dunkirk Tribune. Here he met with the misfortune of being burned out, losing everything that he had. He went to Sabula, Iowa and established the Sabula Tribune and afterward to Clinton Iowa, where he published a paper for a short time. He worked in Cleveland, Ohio Pittsburg, Pennsylvania and other places during this period. He returned, however, to Cattaraugus county and again became interested in the Cattaraugus Freeman. This was during the war, and having obtained a clerkship in one of the departments in Washington he went there for a short time, coming back at length to the Freeman. He then went to Hornellsville and for a time was interested in the Tribune with Mr. Hough, shortly afterward going to Wellsville and taking charge of the Genesee Valley Free Press which he conducted with marked ability. He was invited by Dr. Pratt to assist him on the Corning Journal and accepted the position, doing work that gave great satisfaction to the proprietor and the readers of the paper. In 1876 Mr. Beecher first went to Elmira, occupying the position of foreman on the Elmira Gazette. He subsequently worked on the Elmira Advertiser, both as compositor and in the editorial department. When the Free Press was started he became it's city editor and when Mr. Fairman, the editor of the Advertiser, was made Superintendent of the Insurance Department of the State. Mr. Beecher was chosen to supply his place on that paper as assistant, which he has continued since. He literally died in the harness. The same issue of the Advertiser announcing his death also contained work that was warm from his hand. Mr. Beecher has four sisters and a brother living. One of his sisters is Mrs. D. E. Sill of this place; another, Mrs. P. V. Skinner of Ellicottville; Mrs. Harlen Colman and Miss Mary Beecher of Dunkirk. His brother is Moses Beecher of Warren, Pennsylvania. We learn that he had amply provided for his wife and two daughters by insuring his life in several mutual insurance companies. (Beecher Charles M. July 8 1881 52y 5m)
BEECHER - Charles M. Beecher, Jr., employed as a compositor on the Elmira Gazette, and son of Charles M. Beecher, night editor of the Advertiser, committed suicide last week Monday night by hanging himself in his father’s barn. He was nearly twenty-five years old, and disappointment in love is supposed to have been the cause of his self-destruction. - Wellsboro Agitator, February 24, 1880
BEECHER James Rexford, Jr.
Loving father & grandfather - Age 84, was born August 31, 1925 in Elmira,
NY, the son of the late James Rexford and Miriam (Hays) Beecher Sr. died
peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2009, at the Elcor Health Services where he
most recently resided. His brother, John Hendy Beecher; and sister, and
brother-in-law, Barbara Beecher (Charles) Allen predeceased him. He is survived
by his loving children: daughters, Dr. Pamela Beecher (Dr. James Prince) of
Corse Gold, CA; Amanda Beecher Eubanks of Elmira, NY; sons, James Rundell
Beecher of Elmira, NY; Scott Hendy Beecher of Horseheads, NY; along with
grandchildren, Valarie Beecher Eubanks, Stephen James Eubanks, Sarah Marian
Prince, Hillary Elizabeth Prince; brother, Harry (Peggy) Beecher of Riverside,
CT; Judy Allen of Charlotte, NC; sister-in-law, JoAnne Beecher of Elmira, NY;
along with several nieces and nephews, and relatives. James was a graduate of
Elmira Free Academy Class of 1943. He was a veteran of the US Army, proudly
serving his country during WWII and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He
attended Cornell University and graduated with a law degree from the Albany Law
School. He operated his practice in the Elmira area and was a Justice of the
Peace in the Town of Elmira. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and very
active in the Elmira Heights Rotary Club. James was a great family man loving
his children and grandchildren and family. He loved Seneca Lake and the fond
memories that surrounded him there. He was a natural historian, who loved to
write. Most recently, James enjoyed taking rides and visiting areas that held a
sentimental place in his heart. Reminiscing about the farms he worked as a
young adult as well as the memories of many other places in this great area
were also very dear to him. Family and friends are invited to call at the
Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY on
Thursday, October 8, 2009, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services honoring his
life will be held on Friday, October 9th, in The Park Church, 208 West Gray
Street, Elmira, NY at 10:00 a.m. where the Reverend Wayne Gustafson will
celebrate Jim's celebration. Interment will follow where his family and friends
will meet at the Woodlawn Cemetery to share in graveside committal prayers and
witness full Military Honors accorded. Honoring Jim's personal sacrifice
defending our countries freedom. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be
directed to The Children's Miracle Network, c/o AOMC, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY
14901 in his memory. Thank You - The Beecher family wishes to express
their sincere appreciation and gratitude to the Staff at Elcor Health Services for
the outstanding love and care given to James. Published in Star-Gazette from
October 6 to October 7, 2009
BEECHEY - GLEASON
Margaret Beechey "Peggy" Age 82, formerly of Owego, died on Saturday,
October 1, 2005, at Bethany Manor. She was born on November 6, 1922 in
Blossburg, PA, the daughter of Morgan and Ellen Johnson Beechey. She was a
member of Bethany Lutheran Church, retired from IBM Owego following 20 years of
service, and she loved her dog, Laddy Boy. Peggy is survived by her sister,
Betty Meadows of Waycross, GA; brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles and Mary
Beechey of Big Flats and Richard and Marian Beechey of Kettering, OH;
brother-in-law, William Tuton of Odessa; and several nieces, nephews, cousins,
and stepchildren. Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her husband,
Leo; and her sister, Helene Tuton. Family and friends are invited to call at
Ballard & Lindgren Funeral Home, 161 Oakwood Ave., on Wednesday, October 5,
2005, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow there at
12:00 p.m. Rev. Naomi Sorrwar will officiate. Burial will take place at
Woodlawn Cemetery.
BEIDELMAN Edith E.
Age 93, of Bethany Village, died June 25, 2007 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Edith
was a resident of Bethany for 32 years, having come there May 7, 1975. She is
survived by her sister, Nellie M. Beidelman of Horseheads, NY; and several
cousins. She was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and Arnot Ogden Medical
Center Auxiliary. It was Edith's wish there will be no calling hours. The
Reverend Cliff Proper will be officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of
the family in Woodlawn Cemetery with arrangements by Olthof Funeral Home.
BEIDELMAN Nellie M.
Residing in Bethany Manor Horseheads, NY went home to be with the Lord and
Savior on January 21, 2009 at the age of 96. Nellie was born in Elmira, NY on
October 1, 1912. She was a charter member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. She
graduated from Elmira High School and from Practical Bible Training School (now
known as Davis College) as Valedictorian of her class. She also taught there
for ten years in the Christian Education Department. Nellie's most enduring
legacy was the creation (along with Clarence W. Stewart) in 1945 of Child Character
Education from her home in Horseheads, a home donated by the late Mr. and Mrs.
George Lee. One of her most challenging contributions to our community was
through Child Character Education, Inc., known as Released Time in our public
schools. These classes are continuing after 60 years. She was a teacher and
director of this outreach. Too, part of Nellie's Child Character was a two week
summer camp at Harris Hill. This camp experience is also remembered fondly
today by scores of participants. Nellie so enjoyed her work with the children
and telling her stories with her flannel boards, that she wrote a charming
memoir entitled Memories, the First Fifty Years. Many of Nellie's former
students either call or visit when they return to Elmira. Another aspect of
Nellie's legacy was the creation of Neighborhood Bible Clubs of which she was
quite proud, KYB clubs, Teacher classes and Adult Bible classes. As her sister
Edith once said, "You have had a wonderful life!" Nellie agreed with
her. She will be missed by many. She was predeceased by her mother, Sadie
Beidelman; and her sister, Edith Beidelman. She is survived by many friends and
a few cousins. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home,
Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport on Monday, January 26, 2009,
from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with Funeral and Committal Service there Monday at
1:00 p.m. The Reverend James Crupi and Reverend Clifford Proper will officiate.
Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, at the convenience of the
family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorials contributions to
the Association for Child Education, Inc., 212 S. Main Street, Horseheads, NY
14845. Published in the Star-Gazette from 1/23/2009 - 1/24/2009
BELIN, Edward Richard - Edward Richard Belin, of
Elmira, formerly of Blossburg, died Dec. 28, aged 65 years. He was born
in Jersey, British Isles. Besides his widow, there are four sons and
three daughters. David and John of Elmira; Edward, of Camberwell, London;
and George, of Anaconda, Mont.; Miss Jennie Belin and Mrs. Jesse Savercool, of
Elmira, and Mrs. Alice Anderson, of Scranton, Pa. Mr. Belin came to
America and he and his family resided at Blossburg for about 20 years.
Wellsboro Agitator, 8 Jan 1919
BELIN William E. "Web"
Age 54 died on Friday August 14, 2009. Bill was born on August 27, 1954 in
Elmira, NY the son of John and Irene Brooks Belin. Web was a former Police
Dispatcher for the Horseheads Police Department, Community Service Officer and
Village Court Officer. Bill also worked as a Public Safety Officer for Ithaca
College. He was a member of the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church.
Bill was a diehard Mets Fan. What Bill enjoyed most was spending time with his
family and friends. He cherished every moment with them. Web received the 2005
Officer of the Year and the HPBA Community Service Award. Bill was pre-deceased
by his father: John Belin and his father-in-law: Peter J. Rullo. Web is
survived by his loving wife Mary Rullo Belin; his family: Brian Buchholz and
Kelli Dean; Davis and Sarah Buchholz; Michael and Tetyana Buchholz; Christopher
Buchholz; grandchildren: Jordan, Aden, Zoe, Michael, Arthur Buchholz; mother:
Irene Brooks Belin; sisters and brothers-in-law: Linda and William Vallet;
Sally and David MacNeal; Melissa Belin; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law:
James and Sharon Rullo; Michael and Barbara Rullo; mother-in-law: Albina Mary
Rullo; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles and a host of caring
friends including his very best friend Skip Williams and his wife Tonya. The
family would like to thank the Horseheads Police Department for their loyalty,
help and friendship that they have given to Bill through this difficult time
and for always being there for him. Relatives and friends are invited to call
at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Sunday August
16, 2009 from 3-6 PM. Bill's Funeral Services will be held on Monday August 17,
2009 at 11 AM at the Funeral Home. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery in
Elmira, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may
remember Bill through donations to the Horseheads PBA 202 South Main Street
Horseheads, NY 14845. The family would like to invite everyone to a reception
immediately following the burial at the IAV on Magee Street. Published in
the Star-Gazette from 8/15/2009 - 8/16/2009
BELLINGER - George Bellinger of 1376 Hendy Creek Road, Pine City, NY died Thursday, Sept. 21, 1989. Retired from the Howell Co., he was a member of the Elmira Moose Club. H was a veteran of World War II and was awarded the Purple Heart. Surviving are a brother and sister-in-law, Norman and Clara Bellinger of Horseheads, NY; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Ethel Strong of Gillette, Gladys and William Seymour of Elmira, NY and Dorothy and Harold Swartout of Horseheads, NY; several nieces and nephews; and very special friends, Bob and Doris Butcher and family of Millerton. Services were held at the Barrett Funeral Home Sunday, Sept. 24. The Rev. R. Kurt Traugott officiated. Burial was made in Woodlawn Cemetery.
BELLOMA, Michael A. Age 82 of 207 Spaulding St., Elmira, NY died Sunday, June 2, 2002 with his loving family by his side. Michael was born in Elmira, NY son of the late John and Emma (Cook) Belloma. Michael was predeceased by his wife, Betty J.; grandson, John Schneckenburger; brothers, Albert, Thomas, Frank and Robert “Bo”. Survivors include his children and their spouses, Jacquelyn (Donald) Schneckenburger of AL; Joann (Raymond) Weseman of VA; Michael (Sue) Belloma of Big Flats, NY; Jean (David) Paul of Elmira, NY; Michaelene (Kenneth) Antes of Odessa, NY; 16 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; brothers, John “Mickie” Belloma and Joseph (Mary) Belloma both of Elmira ; sisters, Mary (Edward) Shaw of CA; Josephine Rainey of Elmira, NY; sister-in-law, Betty Belloma of Elmira; close friends, Darcy Mitchell, Jud and Jerry Brewer, and Ron and Joan Scarle; his companion dog, “Baby Love”. Michael was a veteran of WWII having served in the US Navy. Michael was retired from Corning Glass after 50 + years of service. He was the youngest Theatre Manager for Warner Bros., having run the Strand Theatre here in Elmira. Michael was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, Elmira. He was an avid camper and devoted Yankees Baseball fan. Family and friends are invited to call Wednesday, June 5, 2002 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Services will be at 8 pm with Rev. James Olcott officiating. Interment will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
BEMENT Mary Jo "Toots" (Bement) GREATSINGER
Age 77, died unexpectedly on Thursday, December 27, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her husband Bill "Willie" Greatsinger and her parents, Edward and Margaret Bement. Mary Jo is survived by her daughter, Susan (Bruce) Bennett of Stafford VA; sons, Edward (Peg) of Elmira and Jeffrey (Jennifer) of Horseheads; grandchildren, Daniel (Sabrina) Bennett of Ruther Glen, VA, Julie (David) Loving of Fredericksburg, VA, Megan and Amanda Greatsinger of Horseheads; stepgrandchildren, Joshua Woodruff of Plainville, CT, Sara (Peter) Marshall of Canton, MA; greatgrandchildren, Caitlynn and Savannah Bennett, Mathew and Noah Loving, Brendan, Ava and Sean Marshall; brothers and sisters-in-law, William (Louise) Bement of Lansing, NY, John (Donna) Bement of Rotunda West Fl, Thomas (Betty) Bement of Painted Post NY; along with many nieces and nephews; several very close friends; and last but certainly not least, her constant feline companion, "Patches". Mary Jo loved ceramics, puzzles, reading, traveling in New England and the Adirondacks. She was very passionate about her family. She worked at Marine Midland, AT & T, Shepherd's Market, Sigsbees Market, Oppenheim's Market, Fay's Drugs, Weis Market and Tolbert's Egg Farm. She was a member of Pine City and Webbs Mills Vol Fire Dept Ladies Auxillaries. Services to be held at Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Ave, Elmira. Date and times will be announced in Sunday's Star Gazette. Thank You Mary Jo's family wishes to express our sincere appreciation to her special neighbors, Rosie and Leo Seymour; Dr Mauri and his staff, especially Stephanie Busch PA; Dr. Kung and her caregivers at St Joseph’s Hospital D2 and D3 staff, and Arnot Ogden ER, ICU and 4B staff. Arrangements have been entrusted to Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. Star Gazette – December 29, 2012
EARL N. BENEDICT of Elmira, NY passed away
peacefully on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at the age of 90. Earl was born on
July 14, 1929 in Elmira, NY, son to the late Earle and Edna Coddington
Benedict. He is also pre-deceased by his brothers, Roger and Bruce Benedict,
sister Carol Ann Benedict and several sisters and brothers-in-laws and niece
and nephews. He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Joyce Kennedy
Benedict; children, Susan K. (Gary) Riopko, Steve E. (Helen) Benedict, and
Mark K. (Lisa) Benedict; grandchildren, Shawn Riopko, Eric (Colleen) Riopko,
Amy (Paul) Sydlansky, Alan (Ruxy) Benedict, Kyle Benedict, Kevin (Katrina)
Benedict, Brittany (Will) Singer, and Ryan Benedict; great grandchildren,
Suzanne Sydlansky, John Paul Sydlansky, Hannah Sydlansky, Alexander Riopko,
Caroline Riopko and Aydin Singer; brother, Leigh (Doreen) Benedict; sister,
Judy (Michael) Bubnis; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of
friends. Earl graduated from EFA class of 1947, owned and operated
Benedict's Drug Store and retired with over 17 years of service as a
salesman for Elmira Distributing. He also served as a Deacon at First United
Church of Christ and was a member of the Horseheads Elks and the Penn Yan
Moose. Earl was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, boating, fishing
and golf. He was well loved and will be deeply missed by everyone. The
family welcomes your condolences and prayers at this time. Services will be
privately held by the family. He will be laid to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery
Elmira, NY. Those wishing to remember Earl please consider donations to
First United Church of Christ, 160 Madison Ave., Elmira, NY, the
Alzehiemer's Association, 435 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY or the ARC
Fund, 711 Sullivan St., Elmira, NY. -Elmira Star-Gazette 4/26/2020
BENEDICT - ROOT, Joanne Marie (Benedict)
Age 64, of Polk City, FL, formerly of Elmira NY. died at home unexpectedly on
February 4, 2009 in Polk City, FL. Joanne was born in Elmira, NY on November 4,
1944, the daughter of the late Raymond and Phyllis Reynolds Benedict. Joanne is
survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Perry Root; also son, Jeff Root of
Englewood, FL; daughters, Elaine (Bill) Game of Horseheads, NY, Renee (Timothy)
Ricks of Elmira; grandchildren, Lauren, Kirsten, Kayleigh and Brandon;
brothers, Raymond (Betty) Benedict of Blairsville, GA, John (Yvonne) Benedict
of Sundance, WY, James (Greer) Benedict of Lakeland, FL and Ronald (Debbie)
Benedict of Franklin, NC; several nieces and nephews. Joanne was predeceased by
her son, Joseph Root. She was a member of the First Baptist Church at the Mall,
Lakeland, FL, and also attended Mount Olive Baptist Church in Polk City, FL.
She was a past member of Southside Baptist Church, Elmira, NY. Joanne will be
best remembered for her thoughtful drive; she was always thinking of others.
She poured her love of others into her Card Fellowship, sending cards to
everyone she knew to celebrate memorable moments in their lives. One could
always count on receiving an unexpected card from Joanne. She loved her family
and loved to spend time with them, camping. She was a devoted wife, mother and
grandmother who devoted her life to the Lord. Family and friends are invited to
call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Sunday, February
8, 2009, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. and on Monday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. with
Funeral and Committal Service there Monday at 3:00 p.m. The Reverend James
Crupi will officiate. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience
of the family. Please make memorials in Joanne Root's name to the charity of
one's choice. Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/7/2009
BENJAMIN Dennis L.
On Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at Elcor Health Services, Dennis Lee Benjamin,
age 66, of Elmira, NY, joined his "heavenly family". He was the born
in Elmira, NY on September 4, 1943, the second of 10 children born to James and
Theresa (Burbank) Benjamin. He was predeceased by his parents, grandparents;
sister, Sharon; brother, Thomas; sister-in-Law, Kathy Benjamin; several aunts
and uncles. He is survived by his son, Joseph Benjamin of Elmira; loving
granddaughter, Jenna Eames of Elmira; sisters, Darlene Benjamin of Elmira and
Carol (Jack) Pelrah of Horseheads; brothers, Paul (Sherry) and Wayne Benjamin
of Horseheads, James and Harold (Wendy) Benjamin of Elmira, Daniel (Laurie)
Benjamin of Corning; and longtime companion/partner, Doris Clark. Dennis worked
as a contractor/remodeler for several years prior to his retirement. He was an
avid NASCAR fan and collector of NASCAR memorabilia and called himself
"the #1 fan of the #1 man", Dale Earnhardt, Sr. He maintained a booth
at the Lowman Flea Market for several years and enjoyed searching for
collectibles at local rummage sales. His "painted angels" will be
enjoyed and cherished by family and friends for years to come. Dennis will be
greatly missed by his family but will remain forever in their hearts until they
meet again. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral
Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Monday, November 2nd, from 4
to 5 p.m. A celebration of Dennis' life will be held immediately following.
Dennis will be laid to rest with his baby sister Sharon at Woodlawn Cemetery at
the convenience of the family. Those wishing may remember Dennis through
memorials to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes
Association . Published in Star-Gazette from October 31 to November
1, 2009
BENNETT Carl L.
Rites Conducted for C.L. Bennett, Village Official - Succombs in Auburn Hospital
Following Illness of Five Days - Services for Carl L. Bennett, 75, long
identified with village and fraternal affairs, who died last Thursday in Auburn
City hospital, were held Sunday afternoon at Hoyt's Funeral Home. Rites were
conducted by Rev. A. Ray Lewis, pastor of First Presbyterian church, and burial
was made Monday in Woodlawn cemetery, Elmira. Mr. Bennett was taken ill Sunday,
Oct. 11, at his home in S. Seneca st., and when his condition grew worse last
Wednesday he was removed to the hospital. Born in Sytacuse, Mr. Bennett
had been a resident of Weedsport for about 40 years. He has been village
treasurer for the past 12 years, and prior to that was village clerk. He was a
member of First Presbyterian church and former treasurer of that church. In
fraternal organizations, Mr. Bennett was a member of Salem Town Commandry,
Knight Templar, of Auburn, was a past master of Weedsport Lodge, F&AM and
Past Patron of Brutus Star Chapter OFS. For many years Mr. Bennet was
manager of the Weesport Skirt and Waist company, manufacturers and later was a
partner in the Security company a mail order business. For the past 20 years
Mr. Bennett has conducted an insurance agency in Weedsport. Surviving are
his wife, Mrs. Helen Bennett; a son, John Bennett, and a grandaughter, Miss
Jane Bennett, both of Los Angeles, Calif., and a brother, Andrew Bennett, of
Syracuse. Masonic services were conducted Saturday night at the funeral
home by memebers of the Weedsport Lodge. Published - The Cayuga Chief, Weedsport,
NY Friday October 23,1942
BENNETT Carl L.
Age 84, of Elmira, NY, died on Sunday, July 6, 2008, at Bethany Manor. He was
born on October 3, 1923 in Rome, PA to the late Arthur and Geneva (Granger)
Bennett. He was predeceased by his brother, Albert Bennett; and sister, Dorothy
Field. Carl is survived by his wife, Augusta (Criss) Bennett of Horseheads;
sons, Ronald (Zeola) Bennett of Webb Mills, NY, Bruce (Dawn) Bennett of Elmira,
and Steven (Paula) Bennett of Mainesburg, PA; brother, Emery (Margaret) Bennett
of Elmira; sisters, Rowena (Jack Simcock) Campbell of Elmira, Blanche Carlin of
FL, and Evelyn Altilio of FL; six grandchildren, one step-granddaughter, 11
great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. Carl was a member
of the VFW and the American Legion Post #154. Family and friends are invited to
call on Tuesday, July 8th, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral
Home. Funeral services will follow there at 4 p.m. with Pastor Richard Hack
officiating. Interment will take place on Wednesday, July 9th, at 10 a.m. in
Woodlawn Cemetery with Full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial
donations can be made to the American Diabetes Association. Published in
the Star-Gazette on 7/7/2008.
BENNETT, Mrs. Earl Morrell
Mrs. Earl Morrell died Monday night at 10:50 o’clock at the family home on
South Pine street in the village of Horseheads, aged twenty-two years.
She is survived by her husband; an informant son, Earl Frederick, who is only a
few days old; the mother, Mrs. Anna Bennett of Elmira; two brothers, Erwin and
Ralph Bennett of Elmira. The funeral will be held at the home of P. F.
Morrell, 657 Beecher street, in this city, Thursday at 2 p.m. Burial in
Woodlawn cemetery. (handwritten date of 1920 on obituary) Published
- The Telegram, Elmira, NY February 8, 1920
BENNETT - DUNBAR
Florence Bennett Age 97, of Millinocket, ME, died Tuesday, October 11, 2005, at
the home of her beloved daughter, Joyce, in Millinocket, ME. She was born in
Elmira Heights, NY on June 13, 1908, the daughter of James and Ida (Stamp)
Bennett. She was the wife of the late F. Earle Dunbar, who predeceased her on
October 25, 1983 in Johnson City, NY. Florence is survived by her children,
Dennis Dunbar of Washington, DC, Jeannette and her husband, John Reynolds of
Arcadia, FL, and Joyce and her husband, Richard Angotti of Millinocket, ME;
many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, two great-great-granddaughters; many
nieces and nephews with ties to the Bradford and Chemung County area. She is
also survived by Shirley and Bob Greenough of Big Pond, PA. Florence was a
member of the Oakwood Methodist Church in Elmira Heights and as an accomplished
pianist enjoyed playing for the many services held there. A graveside service
will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira on Monday, October 17, 2005 at 11
a.m. Funeral arrangements are in the care of R.L. Bouchard Funeral Home in
Millinocket, ME.
BENNETT - Miss Flossie I. Bennett
Miss Flossie I. Bennett, of No. 1311 Grand Central avenue, died Thursday
evening, aged thruty-two years. Miss Bennett had been in ill health for some
time. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank I. Bennett, and a
sister, Miss Pearl Bennett. The funeral will be held at the home Sunday at 2
p.m., the Rev. Mr. Wood of St. Luke's church to officiate. Burial in Woodlawn
cemetery. The deceased was a young woman of many attainments. She had endeared
herself to a large circle of friends. Members of Queen City lodge, No.
611, Ladies' Auxilairy to the Brotherhood of Railrood Trainmen, are requested
to attend the funeral of our late syster, Flossie Bennett, in a body. Please
meet at the home of Sister Lillian M. Carr. No. 1318 Grand Central avenue,
Sunday age 1:45 p.m. Published - The Telegram, Elmira, NY March 13, 1921
FLOYD S. BENNETT age 81 of 301 W. Lenox Ave., Horseheads, Sunday, Jan. 26, 1969. Friends may call at the VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral home, Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Private funeral there Tuesday at convenience of family. Rev. Ralph W. Storm. Woodlawn Cemetery in lieu of flowers please make contributions to the memorial fund of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 314 W. Church St. Survived by wife, Mrs. Rilla H. Bennett; several nieces and nephews. –Elmira Star-Gazette 1/27/1969
FRANK J. BENNETT, 67, a former conductor on the Lackawanna Railroad, died unexpectedly at the family home, 1311 Grand Central Avenue, this morning (April 7, 1930) at 7 o’clock. Mr. Bennett had been in ill health two years and had been placed on the pension roll of that company. He was of a cheerful disposition and had many friends. Mr. Bennett is survived by his widow; a daughter, Mrs. Charles Nichols; a granddaughter, Stella Florence Nichols at home; two sisters, Mrs. Susan Hemphill of Elmira, Mrs. George Martin of Alfred; two brothers, Fred of Hornell and George of Cuba. The funeral will be held at the family home Thursday at 2:30 p.m. The Rev. H. A. Depher of North Tonawanda will officiate. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 4/7/1930
BENNETT
–MARIE J. CAMPBELL, age 80, of Elmira Heights, NY, passed away on Saturday,
April 13, 2019 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was predeceased by her
husband, Henry Campbell, daughter, Diana Meyers and longtime companion, Gary
Comfort. Marie is survived by her sons, Charles (Jolene Allen) Hodencamp of
Brooktondale, NY and Mark (Tammy Woodcock) Hodencamp of Corning; brothers,
Albert (Sandy) Bennett of Elmira and Willis (Dody) Bennett of Lowman;
sisters, Judy (David) Rundall of NY, Iona Hoose of Elmira, Rita (Arthur
Tatter) Bennett of Elmira and Ilene (Don Wilder) Walters of Marion, NY; many
grandchildren and great-grandchildren; along with several nieces and
nephews. Marie was a longtime member of the Montour Moose Lodge. It was
Marie's wish that no services be held. Interment will take place at the
convenience of the family in Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements have been
entrusted to the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. –Elmira
Star-Gazette14/16/2019
BENNETT Margaret A. Mosher
Mrs. Margaret A. Mosher, wife of Alanson Mosher passed away at the family home at Millerton, Pa., at noon Saturday. She was sixty years of age. Mrs. Mosher leaves, besides her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Gay Pullen, of Elmira, two stepsons, Luke O and Eli Earl Mosher, both of Elmira; one sister, Mrs. Hannah Harrington of Wellsboro, Pa.; four brothers, Dorr Bennett of Big Flats, Jaob (sic Jacob) and William Bennett, of Elmira and Myron Bennett of the state of Washington. In the death of Mrs. Mosher, the whole community mourns a friend whose countless deeds of kindness, of charity and loving thought for those afflicted, will live forever in the heard of those whose privilege it was to know her. Prayer service will be held at the home at 1:30 o'clock Monday afternoon, after which the remains will be brought to the home of her daughter here, 107 Liberty Street, where funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Burial will be made in Woodlawn Cemetery. The Telegram, Elmira NY November 2,
1919 (Submitters note - Daughter of David Bennett and Mary Sawyer)
BENNETT, Margaret A. Mosher – Mrs. Margaret A. Mosher died at the family home at Millerton, Pa., at noon Saturday, aged 69 years. Mrs. Mosher is survived by her husband, Alanson Mosher; a daughter Mrs. Gay Pullen, of Elmira, two step-sons, Luke O. and Eli Earl Mosher, both of Elmira, a sister, Mrs. Hannah Harrington, of Wellsboro; four brothers, Dorr Bennett, of Big Flats, Jacob and William Bennett, of Elmira, and Myron Bennett of the state of Washington. In the death of Mrs. Mosher the whole community mourns a friend whose countless deeds of kindness, of charity, and loving thought for those afflicted will live forever in the hearts of those whose privilege it was to know here. A prayer service was held at the home at 1:30 o’clock Monday afternoon, after which the remains were removed to the home of her daughter in Elmira, where funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock; burial in Woodlawn cemetery. Wellsboro Agitator 12 Nov. 1919
BENNETT Margaret Mosher
Millerton, Nov. 3 – Margaret, wife of Alanson Mosher, died at the family home Saturday. She is survived by her husband and one daughter, Mrs. Gay Pullen, of Elmira. The funeral will be held to-day at the home of her stepson, Luke O. Moshier, of Elmira. Wellsboro Agitator, 5 November 1919.
BENNETT - Miss Mary J. Bennett
Miss Mary J. Bennett died December 20, at Willard, N.Y., after an extended
illness. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Mosher, of Millerton,
Pa., and Mrs. Hannah Harrington, of Wellsboro, Pa., and three brothers, D. D.
and Jacob Bennett, of Big Flats, and William Bennett, of Elmira. The remains
were removed to the city and the funeral was held at the Davis undertaking
rooms yesterday at 2 p.m. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery. Published -
The Telegram, Elmira, NY December 29, 1918 (casay2@bresnan.net)
BENNETT, Mary J. - Mrs. Mary J. Bennett died Dec. 29, at Willard, N.Y. after an extended illness. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Mosher, of Millerton, and Mrs. Hannah Harrington, of Wellsboro, and three brothers, D. D. and Jacob Bennett, of Big Flats, and William Bennett, of Elmer. The remains were taken to Elmira, where the funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m.; burial in Woodlawn cemetery in that city. Wellsboro Agitator, 1 Jan 1919
BENNETT - Miss Mary L.
Miss Mary L. Bennett died Friday afternoon at the home in the town of
Horseheads, at 4:30 o'clock. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs.
Morris D. Bennett; a sister, Mrs. Mort W. Rickey, of the town of Horseheads;
two brothers, Willard M., of Idaho, and Floyd S., at home. The funeral will be
held at the home Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.
Published - The Telegram, Elmira, NY December 11, 1910
BENNETT Miss Mary L.
At Horseheads, Friday, December 9, 1910, Miss Mary L. Bennett. Funeral Tuesday
at 2 p.m. at the home. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. Published - The Telegram,
Elmira, NY December 11, 1910
BENSON –ANNA
F. LEWIS, age 89 of Elmira, NY. She was born May 6, 1925 in Elmira, daughter
of the late Willie and Nina (Harrison) Benson and passed away Friday, August
1, 2014 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She was predeceased by her
husband William "Nick" H. Lewis, Sr.; son William "Snooky" H. Lewis, Jr.;
siblings Delphine Benson, Lunna Howard, Laura Taylor, Thelma Lewis, Burl
Benson, Cleave Benson, Lena Cooke and Josie Thomas. She is survived by her
children and their spouses Terry and Anita Lewis of Elmira, Pamela and Alex
(Pat) Gilliam of Hanover, MD, Gretchen Lewis of Elmira, Harriet Lewis of
White Plains, NY and John Lewis of Elmira; grandchildren Alexis (Steve)
Suter of Laurel, MD, Alex (Darin) Gilliam of Annapolis, MD and Paetyn Lewis
of Elmira; great grandchildren Kennedy Suter of Laurel, MD and Evan Gilliam
of Annapolis, MD; sister Jean Bacome of Elmira along with a host of nieces
and nephews. Mrs. Lewis was a member of Frederick Douglass Memorial A.M.E.
Zion Church and the Eastern Star , Omega Chapter 2. She retired from
Westinghouse Corp. Family and friends are invited to visit Frederick
Douglass Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 400 Madison Ave., Elmira on Monday,
August 4th from 12 to 1 pm. Her memorial service will be held at 1 pm. Rev.
Michael D. Bell officiating. Committal prayers and interment will follow in
Woodlawn Cemetery. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family.
–Elmira Star-Gazette 8/3/2014
BENSON, Beatrice S. Griffis
Loving mother, grandmother, sister, & friend Age 90, of Horseheads, NY,
died on Monday, November 1, 2004, at Bethany Courtyards. Bea was born May 13,
1914 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Bert and Lottie (Updike) Benson.
She was predeceased by her husband, Donald Griffis; siblings, Delbert Benson,
Sarah Layton, Earl Benson, Jean Vockroth and Louise Wich. Bea is survived by
her loving family: daughters and sons-in-law, Susan and John Carpenter of
Horseheads, NY, Gail and Thomas Ferry of Pequannock, NJ; grandchildren and
great-grandchildren, Rebecca (David) Romig of Elmira, NY, Brett Christian of
Elmira, NY, Wendy (Bruce) Dower and children, Rachel, Bethany and Jonathan
Dower all of Littleton, CO, Beth Ann (Benny) Valle and son, Benjamin Valle of
Pompton Lakes, NJ, Thomas (Laura) Ferry and children, Nicole and Thomas Ferry
all of Randolph, NJ, John Ferry of Pequannock, NJ; sister, Bernice Secunda of
Irvine, CA; along with several nieces and nephews. Bea worked in retailing for
many years at Sheehan’s and The Gorton Coy in Elmira, NY, and after retirement
volunteered at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center for a number of years. Bea
enjoyed her family, friends and Florida vacations. Her family was very blest to
have such a loving, devoted, unselfish mother and grandmother and will miss her
sweetness and beautiful smile. Family and friends are invited to call at the
Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave, Elmira, NY, on Wednesday,
November 3, 2004, from 11:30 to 1:30 pm. Funeral Services celebrating Bea’s
life will follow the visitation (1:30pm) Bruce Dower will officiate. Interment
will take place in the Woodlawn Cemetery following the services. Those wishing
may direct donations to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning,
NY 14830. Bea’s family wishes to give a very special thank-you to Hospice and
all the special people at Bethany Courtyards who were so kind and caring to our
mother.
BENSON – Beatrice S. (Benson) Griffis, age 90, of Horseheads, NY, died on Monday, November 1, 2004 at Bethany Courtyards. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Wednesday, November 3, 2004, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Funeral Services celebrating Bea’s life will follow the visitation. Bruce Dower will officiate. Interment will take place in the Woodlawn Cemetery following the services. Those wishing may direct donations to southern tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830. Bea’s family wishes to give a very special thank you to Hospice and all the special people at Bethany Courtyards who were so kind and caring to our mother. – Elmira Star-Gazette, 3 Nov. 2004, p.4C
BENSON - SECUNDA
Bernice A. Of Irvine, CA Was born December 9, 1916 in Elmira, NY, the daughter
of the late Bert and Lottie (Updyke) Benson, died peacefully on Thursday,
November 23, 2006, at the age of 89. Her siblings, Delbert Benson, Sarah
Layton, Earl Benson, Jean Vockroth, Beatrice Griffis and Louise Wich
predeceased her. Bernice is survived by her loving family, daughter and son
in-law, Judy and Bill Quinn of Laguna Niguel, CA; granddaughter, Sherry Quinn
of San Diego, CA; grandson, William P. Quinn and his wife, Stacy, of
Belleville, NJ; along with several nieces and nephews. Bernice worked for many
years as a Bridal Consultant while managing an apartment complex. She enjoyed
golf, dancing, movies and travel. Bernice was smart, fun loving, independent,
and dearly loved. The family will meet relatives and friends on Thursday,
November 30, 2006, at the Walnut Street entrance to the Woodlawn Cemetery (1200
Walnut Street), Elmira, NY at 11:00 a.m. Bernice is coming home for Graveside
Services honoring her life and celebrating her memory. Lay pastor John P. Knapp
will officiate. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home,
Inc. In accordance with her wishes, memorial donations may be directed to the
American Cancer Society California Division File #55199, Los Angeles, CA
90074-0001.
BENSON Laura Joan (Benson) Taylor
Age 95 of Horseheads, NY. She was born August 22, 1915 in
Camden, SC, daughter of Nina and Willie Benson and died Wednesday, May 25, 2011
at home. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her daughter Laurie
Ann Washington Hall, husbands Howard Washington and Obie Taylor, Sisters,
Delphine, Luna, Thelma, Lena and Josie, Brothers Berl and Cleave. She is
survived by her son Thomas (Cassandra) Washington, grandchildren Howard,
Clarice and Sabrina, great grandchildren Adam and Ayaan; Sisters Anna Lewis,
Jean Bacome and a host of nieces and nephews. Laura was also caretaker of 30
yrs to Carol Fey. She was employed by Iszards; was an Occupational Healthcare
provider for NYS; a foster mother and daycare provider. Laura was Charter
Member of Omega Chapter #2 O.E.S.P.H.A. NYS Jurisdiction. Laura was also a
lifelong member of Monumental Baptist Church and was one of the first women
Deacons of the church as well as Sunday school teacher, missionary, usher and
member of the choir and "who so ever will" club. Laura was a devoted
wife, mother and grandmother who will forever be in our hearts. Family and
friends are invited to visit Monumental Baptist Church, 308 E. Clinton St.,
Elmira on Tuesday, May 31st from 7 to 9 pm. Her funeral service will held there
on Wednesday, June 1st at 12 noon. Rev. James E. Jones will officiate.
Committal prayers and interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, those wishing may remember Laura through donations to Monumental
Baptist Church. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family. Star
Gazette – May 29, 2011
BENSON - Martha Benson Detrick, 74, wife of former Bradford County Sheriff Frank E. Detrick, of 306 Main Street Monroeton, died Thursday morning, November 20, 1986, at her home. Mrs. Detrick was well known throughout the Bradford County area and prossessed many friends. Born Feb. 22, 1912 in Mosherville, she was the daughter of former Bradford County Sheriff Newman E. Benson and Ethel UPDIKE Benson. Martha attended School in Millerton, PA and was a graduate of Towanda High School, Class of 1930. On August 18, 1934, she married Frank E. Detrick in Towanda. Mr. and Mrs. Detrick came to Towanda in 1944 to reside upon Mr. Detrick's appointment as Bradford County detective. In early years she was employed by J.J. Newbury store in Towanda and later by Sylvania Electric and W.T. Grant store in Towanda. In 1960 Mrs. Detrick was appointed deputy and matron at the Bradford County jail. Sahe was a member of the Towanda Methodist Church and the Critchlow Sunday School Class. She served two years as president of the Republican Women's Council in Bradford County and was very active in the Republican Party. She was a member of the Towanda Shakespeare Club, a former member of the Towanda's Women's Club. She also enjoyed playing bridge and was a member of various bridge clubs in the community. She is survived by her husband Frank E. Detrick; a daughter, Mrs. Joyce Tebo, Schnectady: a son, Paul N. Detrick, Carlisle, PA; three granddaughters: Mrs. Wayne (Suzanne) Tearno and Mrs. Robert (Pamela) Lansing, both of Schnectady: and Jennifer Detrick, of Carlisle, PA: three grandsons: Richard Tebo, of Athens: Jeffery Tebo, Towanda RD 5, Johnathan Detrick, Carlisle, PA: Franklin Tearno, of Schnectady: a borther Newman W. Benson, Towanda RD 5; a sister, Mrs. Walter (Beverly Ann) Buffington, Towanda and a nephew Thomas Buffington, Towanda. The funeral and commital service will be held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with Rev. William H. Wassell, pastor of Towanda United Methodist church, officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira. The family requests memorials be directed to the Alzheimer's Disease and related Disorder Association, 360 North Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL 60601 in Mrs Detrick's memory. Submitted by Reva Howard Wagner on May 30, 2009. Taken from the Towanda Daily Review, Nov. 21, 1986.
BENSON, OTIS JACOB (SRGP 8828)
Otis Jacob Benson, 85, died at the home of his youngest daughter,
Josephine Wheeler, of Alder Run, Pa., Monday Jan. 2, 1939. He leaves four
daughters, Mrs. Jennie Crumb of Millerton, Mrs. Rose Ripley of Elmira, Mrs.
Mathilde Pease of Gillett, Pa., and Mrs. Josephine Wheeler of Alder Run; six
sons, Elmer Benson of Millerton, Emerson of Horseheads, Ashford of Mansfield,
Bradford County Sheriff Norman Benson of Towanda, George of Mansfield and Homer
of Lavonia, N.Y.; also 43 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. A
prayer service will be held at the home of the daughter Thursday at 2 p.m. with
the funeral service in the Millerton Church at 3 p.m. Burial will be in
Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira.
BENTLEY - Arthur Bentley -of 372 Highland Ave Upper Montclair, NJ. died on Wednesday Sept 27, 1944; dear husband of Mary Drake Bentley. Services were held in the Chapel of St Luke’s Episcopal Church South Fullerton Ave. Montclair, Friday at 12 o’clock. Interment Elmira, NY.
BENTLEY Ruth Pierce
Age 81, of Horseheads, NY, died on Thursday, September 2, 2010 at the Arnot
Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Ruth was born on May 1, 1929 in Corning,
NY, daughter of the late Victor and Louise (Priest) Bentley. Ruth was an avid
bingo player and loved to crochet. She loved spending time with her family and
friends. She will be missed dearly. Ruth was predeceased by her husband
Clifford Pierce Sr. in 2004. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law,
Bill and Linda Pierce of Troy, PA, Clifford and Lori Pierce Jr. of Elmira
Heights, NY; grandchildren, Laura, Clifford III, Nathan and Kaylee; sisters,
Nora Bixby and Lola Byam, both of Greene, NY; brother, Frank Bentley of
Lakeland, FL. Family and friends are invited to call Saturday, September 4,
2010 from 3 to 4 P.M. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral Service
will follow at 4 P.M. Interment will take place in WoodlawnCemetery at the
convenience of the family. - Elmira Star Gazette, September 3, 2010
BERCHER LaVerne Kintz
Pine City: Age 77, of Pine City, died peacefully at home
on Thursday, March 3rd, 2011. LaVerne "Bernie" was born July 9th,
1933 in Pottsville, PA. She is predeceased by her parents, Clarence and
Veronica (Kleman) Bercher; husband, Ronald H. Kintz; grandson, Daniel J. Kintz
and brother, Paul Hart. She is survived by her children, Ronald J. (Judy) Kintz
of Pine City, Bonny (Dan) Huston of Boston, MA, Robert (Barbara) Kintz of
Portsmouth, NH, Jim (Lynne) Kintz, Barbara (Michael) Ginalski and Teresa Kintz,
all of Pine City. She also leaves behind grandchildren, Jennifer (Rick) Vary,
Mallory Kintz, Rebecca (Andrew) Vinas, Erin (Harry) Noel, Patricia Huston,
Kimberly Huston, Derek Kintz, Devin Kintz, Matthew Kintz, Sarah (Corey) Farr,
Julie (Sgt. Devon) McGinnis, Mary Kintz, Staff Sgt. Michael (Leigh) Ginalski;
great grandchildren, Emma, Lilly, Landon, Hannah, Audrey and Natalie Jane;
siblings: Teresa Mellin, Terry Reid, Butch (Frankie) Bercher, Barbara (Mark)
Johnston, Sheila Dilmore and several nieces and nephews. LaVerne was a graduate
of St. Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing and Owner of Erway Ambulance
Service. She loved her family above all things and was especially devoted to
her grandchildren and great grandchildren. LaVerne loved the ocean and spent
many hours enjoying the beauty of the waves from the rocky coast in Cape Cod to
the sunny shores of Myrtle Beach. She will be remembered for her quick wit,
sarcastic humor and warm heart. She will be truly missed by all. Family and
friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Avenue, Elmira/Southport on Monday, March 7th, 2011 from 1 pm - 3 pm and 6 pm -
8 pm. Funeral and committal service will be held at the funeral home Tuesday,
March 8th, 2011 at 10:00 am with Deacon George Welch officiating. LaVerne will
be laid to rest in the Woodlawn Cemetery next to her beloved Ronald. Star
Gazette – March 5, 2011
BERGH Harold O. Sr. "But"
Retired President of H.H. & K. Bergh Age 84, lifelong resident of
Southport, NY, retired President of H.H. & K. Bergh died Saturday, July 1,
2000 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Harold is remembered by his loving wife
of 60 years in August, Viola Johnson Bergh of Southport, NY; his daughter,
Sandra (Clyde) Knowlton of Pine City, NY; son, Harold O. Bergh Jr. of
Southport, NY; grandchildren, Tari and Michael Knowlton, Chad and Mandy Bergh;
great-grandchildren, Zach and Katie Knowlton; sister, Alma Maloney of Elmira;
brother, Ken (Marg) Bergh of Elmira; sister-in-law, Constance Bergh of
Southport; as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. His brother and
sister, Howard Bergh and Helen Struble, predeceased Harold. Harold was a very
well-known area horseman and loved his Quarter Horse "Bud". Harold
was a member of the Chemung County Fair Board for many active years and a
member of the Chemung County Posse, Union-Cooley Masonic Lodge #95 F & AM
and Cashmere Grotto #11. He was also a past member of the Southport Kiwanis
Club and The Chemung Area Horse Council and was a lifelong devoted member of
Bethany Lutheran Church and the owner and retired president of H.H.& K.
Bergh in Southport, established in 1947. Family and friends are invited to call
at Bethany Lutheran Church, 256 S. Walnut St., Elmira, NY on Friday, July 7,
2000 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM with a memorial service at the conclusion of
calling hours. Interment will be at the Woodlawn Cemetery at the families'
convenience. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made, in
Harold's name, to Bethany Lutheran Church or to Arnot Ogden Medical Center, 600
Roe Avenue, Elmira, NY 14905.
BERGH Hilda (Bergh) Lockner
Age 99 of Elmira, NY. She was born July 8, 1912 in Tioga,
PA, daughter of the late Arthur and Mary (Webster) Bergh and died Friday,
November 11, 2011 at St. Joseph's Hospital. She married Fredrick Lockner in
November 1937 in Elmira. He predeceased her in 1989 after 52 years of marriage.
Hilda is survived by her daughters Carol Mechalke of Elmira and Marjorie Brown
of Phoenix, AZ; son Andrew (Madeline) Lockner of Manahawkin, NJ; grandchildren
Cathy, Bob (Laura), Martin (Kara), Peter (Barb) and Chris Mechalke, Mark Brown,
Susan (Tim) Tomlinson, Melissa (Luke) McCooley and Erica Rush; great
grandchildren Erica, Jamie, Zane, Bobby, Christopher, Georgia and Wyatt
Mechalke, Sidney Tomlinson, Anthony and Sonny Giacomo, Mason McCooley and
Matthew Rush. Sister-in-law Jean Lockner of Apache Junction, AZ along with
several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Hilda was orphaned at
age 7 and she along with her 3 brothers went to live in an orphanage in
Sunbury, PA. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral
Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Sunday from 2 to 4 pm. Her
funeral service will be held there at 2 pm. Committal prayers and interment
will be in Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of
flowers, those wishing may remember Hilda through donations to the charity of
one's choice . Her family wishes to thank the staff of the 5th floor skilled
nursing unit at St. Joseph's Hospital for the wonderful care given our
mother. Star Gazette - November 12, 2011
ATTORNEY DOUGLAS C. BERRY age 63 of 404 Hoffman St., Wednesday, July 2, 1986. Friends are invited to call at the Smith-Fudge-Marshall Funeral Home, 1058 W. Church St., Saturday, 1 to 2 pm. Funeral services will follow, conducted by the Rev. John-Stutzman. Burial, Woodlawn Cemetery. Survived by mother, Mrs. Cecil R. Berry, Sr. of Elmira; wife, Mrs. Faith (Snyder) Berry of Elmira; sons and daughter-in-law, Jonathan and Linda Berry of Spring, TX, 2nd lt. Thomas C. Berry, stationed at Randolph Air Force Base, TX, 2nd Lt. Benjamin L. Berry, stationed at Fort Polk, LO; brothers, Cecil R. Berry Jr., of Stuart, FL, Richard C. Berry of Vestal, NY; several nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of the US Naval Academy and Cornell Law School, a member of the NYS Bar Association, Ivy Lodge #479 F & AM, American Legion Harry B. Bentley Post #443. He was a practicing Real Estate Attorney. –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/5/1986
BERRY Theodore "Ted" Francis Jr.
Age 76, of 187 West Fourth Street, Corning, died Tuesday, December 4, 2007, at
Corning Hospital, Corning. Mr. Berry was born in Elmira on December 1, 1931,
the son of the late Theodore F. and the late Sarah L. (Colley) Berry. He is
survived by his wife of 43 years, Ruby V. (Gilliam) Berry. Ted was a lifelong
resident of the area and was educated in the Elmira School System. He was
active in high school sports and graduated from Elmira Free Academy. He had
attended both Alfred University in Alfred, NY and Tennessee State University in
Nashville, TN. He retired in 1986 after many years of service with Corning
Glass Works. In life, Ted enjoyed spending time with his family, all types of
competitive sports and remained a huge fan of local high school sports. In addition
to his wife, Ted is survived by his children from his prior union with Bessie
M. Berry of Elmira, one son, Theodore F. (Julie) Berry III of Dayton, OH; one
daughter, Carmella E. Berry of Lake Lure, NC; stepchildren, Dianna Lynn Vrooman
of California, Donna Marie Goree of New York City; his beloved sister, Jessie
M. Nichols of San Diego, CA; his grandchildren, whom he especially enjoyed,
B'Randy F. Brooks, Theodore F. "Teddy" Berry IV, Janah M. Berry,
Devin P. Goree; and many nieces and nephews. Predeceasing Ted in this life were
siblings, Vivian L. Brown, Lena C. Goodenough, Charles "Brother" W.
Brown, Joseph H. Brown, Artemesia M. Coleman; he was also predeceased by
stepson, Allen W. Goree. Calling hours will be Friday, December 7th from 3-5
p.m. and 7-8 p.m. at the Phillips Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 17 West
Pulteney St. in Corning, where the funeral will be held at 8:00 p.m. with
Pastor Roger Curtis of the Seventh Day Adventist Church of Corning officiating.
Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials be made to the Seventh Day
Adventist Church, 121 Fuller Ave., Corning, NY 14830.
DONALD BERTHOD, 16, 1207 Hall Pl., early Monday, Aug. 14, 1944. Survived by parents, Mr. and Mars. Marius Berthod; brothers, Erwin of the Navy and Marius Jr. at home; sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Minsterman and the Misses Bettie Lu, Nancy Ann and Irene, Elmira; grandmother, Mrs. Eugene Berthod, Elmira. The body is in the Davis Funeral Home where strictly private services will be held Tuesday morning. Rev. W. H. Willits. Woodlawn Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/14/1944
EUGENE CHARLES BERTHOD of Elmira RD 1, Wednesday, Nov. 24, 1954. He was an employee of Eclipse Machine Division, member of Lake St. Presbyterian Church. Survived by wife, Mrs. Nellie Berthod; daughters, Mrs. Fred Trivette of Williamson, W.Va., Mrs. Edward Johnston of Miami, Fla.; mother, Mrs. Anna Berthod and sisters, Mrs. Louise Armstrong and Mrs. Agnes Veile, all of Elmira; brothers, Raymond and Paul Berthod, both of Elmira, Maurice of Horseheads; two grandchildren. Body at Ballard Funeral Home, Elmira Heights where friends may call today 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Saturday at 1:30 p.m., the Rev. Barnett S. Eby. Woodlawn Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/26/1954
BERTHOD – Louise Berthod Armstrong, age 93 formerly of 618 Lewis St. Elmira, NY, died Tuesday, March 28, 1989. Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home, Thursday 7-9 pm. Funeral Services will be held there Friday at 11 am. Rev. Larry Appenzellar, officiating. Interment, Woodlawn Cemetery. She is survived by her grand nephew, Jack Myers Jr. of Elmira, NY, and many other nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert Armstrong and is the daughter of the late Eugene and Anna (Frenchmen) Berthod. She was also predeceased by her brothers, Eugene, Marius, Ray and Paul Berthod, and was predeceased by her sisters, Hortense, Margaret, Agnes, and Mary Berthod.
BESLEY - BATTERSON
Arlene E. Age 83, of 14th St. in Elmira Heights, NY, died Friday, November 17,
2006, at Elcor Health Services in Horseheads, NY. Arlene was born May 7, 1923
in Elmira Heights, NY, daughter of Kenneth and Irene Myers Besley. Arlene was
retired from the Elmira Heights School District, where she served in the
position of payroll clerk. She enjoyed volunteering as an usher at the Clemens
Center in Elmira, and also at the Elmira Heights Library. Surviving Arlene are
sons, Gary Batterson of Tacoma, WA, and Greg Batterson of Florida; four
grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Arlene was predeceased by her
husband, Leon C. Batterson in January 2002. At Arlene's request, there will be
no public services. The interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY. The
family greatly declines flowers. Memorials in the name Arlene Batterson may be
directed to St. John's Episcopal Church, 203 W. 13th St., Elmira Heights, NY
14903, or the charity of one's choice.
BESLEY - FLORENCE SAUNDERS
Florence E. (Besley) Saunders, 77, resident of the Bradford County Manor
in Troy, PA, died Friday, July 12, 1991. She was a retiree of Arnot Ogden
Memorial Hospital and was a member of Webb Mills Methodist Church. She is
survived by her husband, Clarence W. Saunders of Pine City, NY; son, Clarence
W. Saunders of Alliance, OH; daughter, Sylvia Buchanan of Endicott, NY; sister
and brother-in-law, Frances and Glen Balmer of Gillett, PA; three grandchildren
and five great-grandchildren; special friends, Carol Haynes and Mary Ida
McDermott. Funeral services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira, NY
on July 15 with the Rev. George Evans officiating and interment to be in
Woodlawn Cemetery. Those wishing may make donations to the Alzheimers Disease
Assoc., 70 E. Lake St., Chicago, IL 60601. (TGR, Thursday, August 1, 1991)
BESS - BURROWS
Burrows, Mrs. Martha Foster age 83 of 411 East Church St., Thursday, October
19, 1978. Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home, Friday from
7 to 9 p.m. Private funeral services will be held there Saturday, the Rev. Kurt
R. Traugott, pastor of the First United Church of Christ, officiating. Burial
Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will provide flowers of their own and request
that contributions be made to the Tioga Hospital Improvement Fund. She is
survived by a son, Lynn Foster of Waverly; grandchildren, Mrs. Marsha Keene,
Thomas Lynn Foster, Allan Paul Foster; great grandchildren Michele Keene,
Gregory Foster and several nieces and nephews. She was a member of the First United
Church of Christ.
BETTER Celeste Elaine
Age 43, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 2, 2010 after an
extended illness. Celeste, better known as "Sissy" to her family and
friends, resided in Silver Springs, MD. She was predeceased by her father, Earl
T. Better and is survived by her mother, Betty L. Better of Horseheads; sister
and brother-in-law, Deborah and Michael Crane; niece, Moriah Crane; nephew,
David Crane all of Round Rock, TX along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and
special friends. Celeste was a graduate of Horseheads High School and Rochester
Institute of Technology. She was employed with the American Red Cross before
she committed her strong work ethics to the American Lung Association. Family
and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at
Washington Ave., Elmira on Tuesday, September 7th from 11 am to 1 pm. Her
funeral service will be held at 1 pm. Elder Arthur Keith will officiate.
Committal prayers and interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, those wishing may remember Celeste through donations to the American
Lung Association or the American Red Cross. - Elmira Star Gazette, September 5,
2010
BEVERIDGE
Frances L. Loving and supportive member of the Southport Community Age 93,
proud and devoted member of Southport. died Monday, January 21, 2002 at the St.
Joseph's Hospital, Elmira, NY. Frances was the daughter of the late Jacob and
Mary Granger Hall. She was born in Wellsboro, PA on August 15th, 1908. She was
married to the late Alex Beveridge. Surviving her are: loving niece and
nephews; Anna Goda of Owego, NY, Donald Hall of Wellsboro, PA, James Williams
of FL and Donald Williams of Dryden, NY. Family and friends are invited to
attend a funeral service remembering the life of Frances L. Beveridge at the
Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904 on
Thursday, January 24th, 2002 at 2:30PM. The Reverend David Hays will officiate.
Interment will be held privately in accordance with Frances' wishes and will
take place at the Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY. She will be placed into peace
next to her husband Alex whom she dearly missed. Frances was known for picking
the best strawberries at Farmers in Pine City. She loved to help with "Meals
on Wheels" at the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church. Frances was
known for being very independent and doing all her own gardening and yard work
for many years. Those wishing may make memorials in Frances' name to the
charity of ones choice.
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