Monday, September 15, 2008

New York Obituaries 09/15/08

ONEONTA
_ Mrs. Molly T. Abbott, 89, of Oneonta, was welcomed into Heaven on
Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008. Arrangements are pending with the Lewis, Hurley
& Pietrobono Funeral Home, 51 Dietz St., Oneonta.

Adam,
Joan A. (Murray) Texas: 76, of Garland, Texas, formerly from Rochester,
New York, was born October 11, 1931, in Truro, Nova Scotia. Joan was
taken from us suddenly and into the Lord's hands September 12, 2008.
She was the daughter of the late Elizabeth Murray, sister to the late
Robert (Edna) Murray from British Columbia and the late Dorothy (Ira)
Clark from Nova Scotia. Joan is survived by her beloved husband Harold
of 52 years, (formerly from Kutztown, PA); identical twin sister Ann
(Peter)…
Adrian
E. Frost, age 89, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2008 at Corning
Hospital.  He was born on February 3, 1919 in Campbell the son of the
late Thomas A. and Martha A. (Beckwith) Frost.  He married Dorothy
Goodier on June 6, 1945 in Corning.  Adrian was a veteran of the U.S.
Army and retired from Ingersoll Rand in 1982 where he worked as a crane
operator.  He owned his own family farm in Hornby.  He is survived by
his wife Dorothy, daughters: Bonnie Stephens, Marie Hoyt, and Diana
Cook all of…
may
call on Tuesday from 6?9 PM at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church,
1073 Saunders Settlement Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where the Orthodox
Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, September 17th at 11:00 AM,
with the Rev. Paul A. Solberg officiating. Interment in Memorial Park
Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be
made to St. George Antiochian Church. Arrangements by M.J.COLUCCI and
SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY.Visit…
Annucci,
R. Stephen "Steve" "Daddy" Greece: Suddenly, September 13, 2008, at age
39. Predeceased by his brother Craig Annucci; Steve is survived by his
soulmate Teri-Lyn Waterhouse; daughters whom he adored, Ashley-Lyn,
Aubree Elizabeth (expected daughter); parents Joan Annucci, Ralph
(Tina) Annucci; fathers and mothers-in-law, Pat (Gary) Johnson; Ed
(Laura) Waterhouse; brothers, David (Melissa) Annucci, Christopher
Annucci; brothers and sisters-in-law, Tina (Dan) Vito, Edward , Michael…
Bernice
(nee Lisowski) Astalos, of North Tonawanda, entered into eternal rest,
unexpectedly, Thursday, September 11, 2008, in her 88th year. Born in
Niagara Falls, NY, Mrs. Astalos resided in North Tonawanda for the past
seventy years. Bernice was a retired employee of the Wurlitzer Co. and
a former employee of Bell Aircraft and Kurth's Diner. She enjoyed
bowling, playing cards, bingo, gardening and taking care of her
home.Wife of the late Paul L. Astalos; daughter of the late Lukasz and
Mary (nee…
Barbara
Ann Drake, 70, of Elm Street, Bath, New York died Friday Sept. 12,
2008, unexpectedly at  Robert Packard Hospital. Barbara was born Jan.
26, 1938 in Bath, New York. She was the daughter of James S. Drake Jr.
and Blanche Marie Jansen Drake, of Ithaca, New York. She is predeceased
by her sister Dorothy Marie Paradise Drake of Batavia, New York. She is
survived by her brother James S. Drake III and sister-in-law Beatrice
McMahon Drake. She is also survived by her loving nieces and nephews,
James…
may
call Tuesday, 2-4 &7-9 PM at the Alhart Funeral Home, 3068 W. Main
St., Caledonia. His Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, 11 AM at
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church. Interment, Mumford Rural Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 175 North St.,
Caledonia, NY 14423, or Livingston Co. Hospice, 2 County Campus, Mt.
Morris, NY 14510.
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Memorial contributions in Jason's name can be made to the Education
Fund of Evan and Stella Becraft. Details of the fund will be published
in tomorrow's obituary. Expressions of sympathy for the family may be
forwarded to demunn@stny.rr.com.
Bellanca, Constance See Avery, Lois W.
Mr.
Bernard Mancini, 88, of Kingsbury Avenue, entered into eternal rest
peacefully on Monday, September 8, 2008, at his home. He was born on
February 4, 1920, in Syracuse, son of the late Joseph and Myrtle
(Loucks) Mancini. On June 7,1941, he was joined in marriage with Ellen
Coso in the Catskills. At the age of 20, Bernard enlisted in the United
Stated Army Air Corps, serving during World War II. Bernard was
employed as a custodian at St. Johnsville Central School and was parts
manager at Hubbard Chevrolet…
Bookspan,
Janet (Sobel) Florida: September 13, 2008, age 76, much admired opera
stage director and performance coach, died peacefully at her Florida
home. During the tenure of Eastman School of Music President, Robert
Freeman, she regularly coached and conducted master classes at Eastman
School of Music. In Rochester, she performed the Sitwell/Walton
"Façade" and directed the Rochester Opera Theatre Production of "Die
Fledermaus". Survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Martin…
Mr.
Boris Turjancik, 58, of State Route 167, Mohawk, (town of Warren),
passed away on Friday morning, September 12, 2008. He was born on May
12, 1950, in Czech Republic, son of the late Jiri Turjancik and Gizela
Turjancikova. He was a self-employed contractor operating Turbo
Construction in Mohawk and was married to his wife, Vera. Mr. Turjancik
also helped out around the Holy Trinity Monastery, Jordanville.
Survivors include his son: Marek Turjancik of Mohawk; two daughters,
Lucie and Michaela…
KAREN
B. BRADSHAW, 63, of State Route 374, Merrill, died Sunday, Sept. 14,
2008, at the Alice Hyde Medical Center, Malone, N.Y., Born in Danvers,
Mass. Sept. 6, 1945, she was the daughter of Nelson Walfield and
Frances (English) Selkirk., hours will be held at the Chateaugay
Funeral Home, Tuesday, Sept. 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., Mass
of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17
in St. Bernard's Church with the Rev. Ted Crosby officiating. Burial
will take place at…
may
call on Monday, September 15th from 5 ? 7 PM at the M.J. COLUCCI and
SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY,
where funeral services will immediately follow at 7:00 PM. Private
interment will be held in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. In
lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to any diabetes association of
one?s choice.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line guest
register.
Brown,
Aura Chennelle Rochester: 9-10-2008. Calling hour, Tuesday 10 AM-11 AM
with Services to follow at Metropolitan Funeral Chapels, 109 West
Avenue. Interment, Riverside Cemetery.
may
call on Tues., September 16 from 6-8pm at New Comer Funeral Home , 6
Empire Blvd, where her Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday at 10
AM. Interment private.
MORRISONVILLE
-- Mrs. Lyse Cyr Campagna, 72, of Morrisonville, N.Y., and Highgate,
Vt., beloved wife and mother, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008,
with her family by her side., She is survived by her husband of 52
years, Donald J. Campagna; her children, Donald Campagna Jr. and
companion Richard Tant of Memphis, Tenn., David Campagna and wife Carol
of Melrose, Mass., Nancy Browne and husband Roger of Plattsburgh, N.Y.,
her grandchildren, Izaiah and Maya Browne of Plattsburgh, N.Y., and
Matthew and…
Marjorie
L. Carpenter On September 9, 2008, Marjorie went to Heaven with sister,
Carole and good friend, Mary Bowell at her side. She is survived by
sister, Marion Reihl, Norwich, N.Y., and Carole Carpenter, Gulph Mills,
Pa.; niece, Tammy Carmike, Detroit (George); grandniece, Terra Gamota
(Gino), Guilford, N.Y.; grandnephew, George Carmike III. She was a
graduate of Purdue University and held advanced degrees from SUNY
Binghamton. She was a member of NY State Professional Engineers and
served on the State…
PORT
HENRY -- Duvilio "Mike" Celotti, 86, of Port Henry, N.Y., died
peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the CVPH Medical Center
in Plattsburgh, N.Y. Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008., He is survived by his
beloved wife and best friend, Louise "Montagnola," of 57 years; his
nine children, Dr. Michael Celotti and wife, Mary of Port Henry, N.Y.,
James Celotti and wife, Mary of Williston, Vt., George Celotti and
wife, Deb of Mineville, N.Y., Joseph Celotti and wife, Evelyn of Port
Henry,…

are
invited to meet the family TUESDAY 11:00 AM at ST. JOSAPHAT'S UKRAINIAN
CATHOLIC CHURCH for his Divine Liturgy. Interment Holy Sepulchre
Cemetery. Panachyda, 6pm PAUL W. HARRIS FUNERAL HOME 570 Kings Highway
So. 544-2041, Dechau, Carl L. Irondequoit/Florida: July 19, 2008, age
94. Predeceased by his first wife, Edna. Beloved husband of Patricia
(Sleight); loving father of Gary Dechau and Richard (Jana) Dechau;
grandfather of Richie (Wendy) Dechau, Douglas (Nikki) Dechau, Allen
(Julie) Place, Clinton…
will
be held at the convenience of the family. The family requests memorial
donations be made to Good Shepherd-Fairview Home, 80 Fairview Ave.,
Binghamton, N.Y. 13901.
CADYVILLE
-- Mr. Robert F. Collins, 69, of Hardscrabble Road, Cadyville, passed
away Friday, Sept. 12, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh.
He was born in Ellenburg on Aug. 30, 1939, the son of Abraham Lincoln
and Hazel (LaFountain) Collins., He was employed at Plattsburgh Quarry
for several years. He enjoyed working with cars., He is survived by his
wife, Judy (Lavene) Collins of Cadyville; a son, Robert Collins Jr. of
Cadyville; five daughters, Sherry Collins of Cadyville, Terry Fountain
and…
Vitina
Coppola of Endicott Funeral Services for Vitina Coppola will be held
Monday 9:30 a.m. from the Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 East Main
Street, Endicott, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Anthony of Padua
Church at 10 a.m. Entombment will be in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endicott.
The family will receive friends at the Allen Memorial Home Sunday from
2-4 and evening 7-9 p.m.
and
friends are invited to call on Monday, September 15th from 2 to 4 and 7
to 9 PM at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A prayer service will be
held there on Tuesday, September 16th at 9:30 AM followed by a Mass of
Christian Burial at 10 AM in Sts. Peter &Paul Church with Father
Walter Wainwright as celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Peter
&Paul's Cemetery. Donations can be directed to Notre Dame High
School, Southern Tier Hospice or to the charity of one's choice.
Dorothy
E. Graham, 86, of 8116 Harpers Ferry Rd., passed away early Friday
morning (Sept. 12, 2008) at McAuley Manor Healthcare Facility in
Hornell. Dorothy was born Aug. 3, 1922 in Springwater, the daughter of
Elmer and Erva (Wraight) Hills. She grew up in Springwater and has
remained a life resident of that area. Dorothy attended the one-room
school house in Springwater and subsequently graduated from Wayland
Central School. On July 3, 1940, Dorothy and Elwin Graham were married
and together they have…
PETER
M. DANIELS, 81, of Ashton Drive, Morrisonville, and formerly of Helene
Way, Schuyler Falls, died Friday, Sept. 12, 2008, at the CVPH Medical
Center in Plattsburgh., He was born in Lyon Mountain, July 30, 1927,
the son of Peter M. and Jenny M. (Wells) Daniels., Visitation and
service details were incomplete Saturday evening. A complete obituary
will be in the Tuesday edition of the Press-Republican., Arrangements
are in the care of the Hamilton Funeral Home, 294 Mannix Road, Peru. To
view the obituary…
Bruno
DelVillano of Binghamton Bruno DelVillano, 87, beloved husband, father,
grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away suddenly
Saturday, September 13, 2008, at Binghamton General Hospital. He was
predeceased by his parents, Julia and Verino DelVillano; son, Bruno
DelVillano Jr.; grandson, Bobby Morris; and sister, Fannie Bobal. He is
survived by his wife of 67 years, Sarah (Grottola) DelVillano,
Binghamton; children, Robert and Alice DelVillano, Binghamton, Julia
and Sanford Morris, Endwell,…
Dixon,
Cecil E. "Tony" Sodus: Passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2008, at
home surroun-ded by his family. He is survived by his wife Thelma;
children Pamella Dixon, Joy (Trevor) Supersad, Jennifer Dixon and Keba
(Delroy) Webb; 14 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 1 sister; 3
brothers; several nieces and nephews. Visitation, Friday, September
19th, 4-8 p.m. at NORTON FUNERAL HOME, 45 West Main Street, Sodus. His
funeral will be Saturday, September 20th, 1 p.m. from the First
Presbyterian…
are
welcome to call at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501
Pittsford-Palmyra Rd. , Friday, September 26 from 2-4 &6-8. Betty's
Memorial Service will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to Honeoye Falls Lima CSD, 20 Church St., Honeoye Falls, NY
14472 Attn: District Treasurer in Betty's memory.
DONNELLY,
Edna Age 79, of 104 Ninth St., Watkins Glen, died Sunday, September 14,
2008, at home. Arrangements are incomplete with the Haughey-Wood
Funeral Home, 119 Fifth St., Watkins Glen, NY. Friends and family may
sign the guest book at www.haughey-woodfuneralhome.com
Evershed,
Barbara J. (Wilson) Irondequoit:Tuesday,September 9,2008. Predeceased
by her husband, Elmer G. Evershed. She is survived by her son, Ronald
(Pamela) Evershed; grandchildren, Ronald (Beth) and David (Cheri)
Evershed; great- grandchildren, Michael (Jessica), Caitlyn, Alexis,
Joseph, Lauren, Nicholas and Alexander Evershed; Alex, Cameron and
Alyssa Yudelson; sister, Kay Bates; sister-in-law, Jeanette Foote;
niece, Robin Wilson. On SATURDAY, please join her family at St. Ann's
Home Chapel (1500…
may
call 2-4, 7-9 Tues. at Willard H. Scott Funeral Home , 12 South Ave.,
Webster. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM Wed. at Holy Trinity Church,
1460 Ridge Rd., Webster. Interment, Holy Trinity Cemetery. Memorials
may be directed to Mercy Flight Central. The family would like to
express their appreciation to the staff of Maplewood Nursing Home for
the loving care given to Betty.
Harmon
Home for Funerals, 571 Forest Ave, West Brighton Thursday. Mass of
Christian BurialOur Lady of Mt. Carmel St. Benedicta Church A.M.
Interment St. Peter's Cemetery. Friends will be received Wednesday 2-4
and 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Jude Childrens
Hospital or Ronald MacDonald House or the Osteoporosis Foundation would
be appreciated. K. Terrance McGinley, Director, Harmon Home for
Funerals Locally Family Owned & Operated Staten Island's only
member of the…
Francine
“Fran” L. Butler, age 37, of 57 Church St., Mohawk, died Wednesday,
Sept. 10, 2008, at home. She was born on Oct. 27, 1970, in Herkimer,
the daughter of Francis “Mike” J. Butler and Judi (Goering) Butler and
graduated from Mohawk High School in 1988. Fran had been employed at
several banks in the Central New York area over the years. She attended
Blessed Sacrament Church in Mohawk where she received her First
Communion and was confirmed. Survivors include her mother, Judi Butler
of Mohawk;…
the
Meislohn-Silvie Funeral Home, 1289 Forest Ave, P.R., on Tuesday 9:15
A.M. Mass of Christian Burial St. Roch's RC Church 10 A.M. Interment
St. Peter's Cemetery. Friends will be received Sunday and Monday 2-4
and 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions to S.I. Cancer Society
of NY, would be appreciated. Meislohn-Silvie Funeral Home Family Owned
www.SILive.com/obits
Gibson,
Bernice Rochester: Entered into rest Sept. 10, 2008, at age 85. She is
predeceased by her husband, Hoyt Gibson and brother, Richard Dickerson.
She is survived by her daughters, Minnie Auston-Reed and Mary (Murray)
May, sons, Horris, Floyd (Barbara) and John Gibson; sister Clotell
(Jacob) Frazier; 17 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; 6
great-great-grand-children. Also survived by many nieces, nephews
cousins and friends; special friend Agnes Smith, of Edgewater, FL.
Family will receive friends…

Harmon
Home for Funerals, 571 Forest Ave, West Brighton Wednesday 9:15 A.M.
Mass of Christian Burial Blessed Sacrament Church 10 A.M. Interment St.
Peter's Cemetery. Friends will be received Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and
7-9 P.M. K. Terrance McGinley, Director, Harmon Home for Funerals
Locally Family Owned & Operated Staten Island's only member of the
International Order of the www.SILive.com/obits
Hall,
Dennis J. Flint Hill, VA/North Rose: Died September 12, 2008, at age
63, peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer. His loving wife
Beth was by his side with his dogs, Louie &Sasha. Predeased by his
father, Maynard; mother, Ruth and brother, Frank Terry. Survived by his
brothers, Richard (Betty) of Lyons, NY, Stephan (Mary) of Irondequoit;
sister, Mary Lou (Howard) Herko of East Rochester; sister-in-law, Alice
of Macedon, NY. Also survived by his father-in-law, Melvin Naumann of
Flint Hill,…
will
be held today, Monday, September 15, from 2 to 3 p.m., in the Harris
Funeral Home, Railroad Ave., Roscoe, NY. Funeral services will follow
at 3 p.m., today, Monday, September 15, in the funeral home, with the
Rev. Francis Waite officiating. Funeral arrangements have been
entrusted to Harris Funeral Home; 607-498-4929 or 845-439-5200.
Hess,
Mary M. (Murphy) ROCHESTER: Sept. 13, 2008 at age 78. Predeceased by
her husband, Robert T. Hess. Beloved mother of son, Robert (Kathleen)
Hess, Jr.; &daughters, Nancy (Thomas) Abraham, &Mary Ellen
Hess; grandchildren, Timothy &Kristin Abraham, Michelle
&Jennifer Hess, brother, Jack Murphy; special loved ones, Kevin
&Sue Donlon, Harold &Katie Donlon, &Sr. Wanda Hess; many
nieces &nephews. The family will receive friends to share memories
TUESDAY from 4 - 8 PM at…
Robert
J. Hess, of Cheektowaga, NY, formerly of North Tonawanda, entered into
eternal rest Saturday, September 13, 2008, at the age of 88, at St.
Joseph Hospital, after a brief illness. Born in Buffalo, NY, Mr. Hess
resided in North Tonawanda for 50 years and was a retired Glazier.
Robert was a parishioner of the former St. Joseph?s Parish and also had
a love for Padre Pio, whom he met and was blessed by while stationed in
Italy during WWII. An Army Air Corps Veteran of WWII, Mr. Hess was a
member of Amvets…
will
be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., on Tuesday, September 16, at
Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc., 130 Highland Ave., Middletown,
NY. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 17, at
11:30 a.m., at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel R.C. Church, 90 Euclid Ave.,
Middletown, NY, with Father Frank Dixon officiating. Cremation will
take place at Cedar Hill Crematory, Middlehope, NY. Memorial donations
in Ronald's name may be made to Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 99 Sparta
Ave., Newton, NJ 07860 or…
Hull,
Ethel G. Johnson City, NY: Formerly of Rochester, 75, died Thursday,
September 11, 2008, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. She was
predeceased by her parents, Donald and Ethel Hull and her dog, Holly.
She is survived by her sisters, Phyllis Rutherford, Metuchen, NJ,
Barbara Sherwood, Milford, NJ, Jacqueline Hull, Binghamton; brothers
and sisters-in-law, Donald and Arlene Hull Jr., Cincinnatus, NY, Walter
and Kathryn Hull, Binghamton; special cousins, Elizabeth Haas and
Darlene Rushmer; and a friend and…
Leatha
A. Irey of Vestal, N.Y. formerly of Monmouth, Ill. Leatha A. Irey,
formerly of Monmouth, Ill., passed away peacefully at Castle Gardens,
Vestal, N.Y., on September 11. She was the daughter of the late Samuel
A. and Martha (Standusky) Handley, Bennett, Iowa. She was predeceased
by her husband of 54 years, Capt. Robert G. Irey (Ret.); three sisters,
Mabel (Jack) Jacobson, Agness (Rueben) Johnson, Ethel (James)
Flickinger; niece, Ruth (Kent) Bone. Leatha is survived by loving and
caring niece, Karenlea…
James
K. Brundage, 67, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday
(Sept. 12, 2008) at Buffalo VA Hospital. Mr. Brundage was born June 20,
1941 in Wellsville to Ormond “Nick” and Bernice Marie (Walden)
Brundage. He served in the U.S. Army from 1962-64. On Sept. 4, 1965 in
Andover, he married Donna L. Freeland, who survives. Jim worked as a
machinist for Vander Horst in Olean for 20 years. Later, he worked for
Morrison & Knudsen in Hornell for eight years until his retirement
in 2003. In…
Jackson,
Willie Lee Jr. Rochester: September 7, 2008, after a long illness. He
is survived by sisters, Gloria, Willene and Loneill; brothers, William
and Eddie; children, Ty, Willie, Demarcus, Tiffany, Lashonda and Erica;
host of nieces, nephews and friends. A Memorial Celebration of his Life
will be held on September 16, 2008, at 12noon at the Trinity Missionary
Baptist Church, 770 Genesee St. The family extends their appreciation
to the Staff at Strong Hospital for their care and concern during…
James
K. Brundage, 67, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday
(Sept. 12, 2008) at Buffalo VA Hospital. Mr. Brundage was born June 20,
1941 in Wellsville to Ormond “Nick” and Bernice Marie (Walden)
Brundage. He served in the U.S. Army from 1962-64. On Sept. 4, 1965 in
Andover, he married Donna L. Freeland, who survives. Jim worked as a
machinist for Vander Horst in Olean for 20 years. Later, he worked for
Morrison & Knudsen in Hornell for eight years until his retirement
in 2003. In…
Dorothy
T. Johnson of Chenango Bridge, N.Y. Funeral Services for Dorothy T.
Johnson will be held Monday, September 15, 2008, 11:00 a.m. at the Wm.
R. Chase and Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango Street, Port Dickinson,
with Rev. Daniel Ling officiating. Burial will be in Sylvan Lawn
Cemetery, Greene, N.Y. Friends may call at the funeral home Monday from
10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
Mr.
Joseph F. Campione, 86, of Crum Creek Road, entered into eternal rest
peacefully on Friday, September 12, 2008, at his home. He was born on
January 17, 1922, in Mindenville, son of the late Charles and Giovanni
(Marchese) Campione. On April 25, 1942, he was joined in marriage with
Hazel Young. He was a self-employed operator-owner truck driver for
over 43 years. He was an avid hunter, loved fishing and took tremendous
pride in his gardening. Survivors include his beloved family, his sons,
James and his…
are
invited to attend at Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, September
16th at 9:30 AM at Divine Mercy Parish, corner Niagara and 24th
Streets, with Rev. Jacek P. Mazur officiating. PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT
CHURCH. Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery. Arrangements by the LABUDA
FUNERAL HOME, INC. Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line
guest register.
are
welcome to call at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501 Pittsford
Palmyra Rd. (Egypt location) , Fairport, on Tuesday, 4-7 PM. A Memorial
Mass will be held to celebrate Frank's life at Church of the
Assumption, 20 East Ave., Fairport, on Wednesday, September 17, 2008,
at 11:15 AM. Thanks to all of those who helped with Dad's care,
including the Wilmot Cancer Center, the Canandaigua VA, the VNS Hospice
Team and the caregivers at the Shepherd Home. In lieu of flowers,
please consider a…
KERWAN,
Maureen E. Friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on
Wednesday, September 17, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick's Church.
Interment will follow at St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. Donations in
Maureen's memory may be made to either Chemung ARC, 711 Sullivan
Street, Elmira, NY 14901; or NYS Special Olympics, 504 Balltown Road,
Schenectady, NY 12304. Arrangements by McInerny Funeral Home. Maureen's
family would like to send a special thank you to Dr. Francisco
Corbalon, and…
will
be held on Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church,
Endicott. Rev. Susanna DesMarais, Rector, will officiate. Entombment
will be in Riverhurst Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the
Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 E. Main St., Endicott, on Tuesday from 10
- 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Margaret's
memory may be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 200 Jefferson Ave.,
Endicott, N.Y. 13760; or to C.H.O.W., 3 Otsiningo St., Binghamton, N.Y.
13903.
Kenneth
E. Klippel of Raquette Lake and Binghamton Kenneth E. Klippel, 72,
formerly of Raquette Lake and Binghamton, died August 29, 2008 in
Asheville, N.C., where he had resided since March of this year. He was
raised in Ilion and graduated from high school in 1954. He served in
the US Navy and graduated from Utica College of Syracuse University as
a mathematics major in 1963. Ken was employed as a Program Engineer for
the Link Corp. in Binghamton, where he worked on commercial airlines
and the Apache…
Nicholas
Kocur (Papa Huck) of Endicott The family of Nicholas Kocur (Papa Huck)
will receive friends at the Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 East Main
Street, Endicott, on Monday from 4-7 with a brief memorial service at
7. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CHOW in care of Ed
Blaine, 3 Otsiningo Street, Binghamton, 13903.
A
mere four months after celebrating her 98th birthday, Pearl Beyer Kolb
passed in her sleep on September 11, 2008 at Fox Run in Orchard Park,
following a brief illness. Pearl, the daughter of the late Walter and
Mary Beyer of Amherst, NY, was the oldest of seven children, all
deceased with the exception of her brother, Richard Beyer of Sanborn,
NY. Pearl married Jacob Kolb (now deceased) in 1932 and they had three
children - two daughters, Carol Ann (Hils) and Joan Marie (Hebert),
both deceased; and a son,…
Ellenville,
NY Herman "Hipe" Krom of Ellenville, died September 12, 2008 at his
home. He was the widower of Bernice Porter Krom. Friends may call at
Loucks Funeral Home, Inc., 79 N. Main St., Ellenville, NY, today,
Monday, September 15, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be
held on Tuesday, September 16, at 10 a.m., at the funeral home, with
the Rev. Raymond Younger officiating. Burial will be in Fantinekill
Cemetery, Ellenville, NY. Memorial contributions in "Hipe's" name…
Logan
A. Manciocchi, 11, of Avoca and Trumansburg, passed away Wednesday
(Sept. 10, 2008) following a courageous battle with brain cancer. A
memorial service will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday at the First Baptist
Church, 4443 E. Seneca Rd., Trumansburg, with the Rev. Tim Dean and the
Rev. Jim Geuder officiating. For the convenience of Logan’s many
friends in the Avoca area, a memorial service will take place in that
area in the near future. When those plans are finalized they will be
published in advance.…
Loleta
L. “Jake” Strong, 97, of 2887 Sheridan Avenue, passed away Friday in
the Wellsville Manor Care Center following a long illness. She was born
Sept. 28, 1910, in Wellsville, the daughter of Herman and Maude wheeler
Lehman. A lifelong resident of Wellsville, she was married to Fred
Strong, who predeceased her in 1959. She attended school in Andover and
was later employed in the Andover Silk Mills. She had retired from the
office of Worthington Turbine, now Dresser-Rand in Wellsville. She was
a…

LENKER,
Bertha P. Of Elmira, NY Passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 14,
2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Arrangements have been
entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. and are incomplete at this
time.
Linfoot,
Ruth L. (Greene) Geneseo: August 17, 2008 at age 101 years. Memorial
Services will be held Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at St. Michael's
Episcopal Church in Geneseo. Interment, Temple Hill Cemetery. For more
information, please go to: www.rector-hicksfuneralhome.com
Agnes
Loftus of Binghamton Agnes Loftus, 88, passed away September 5, 2008 at
Wilson Memorial Regional Medical Center. She is survived by one son and
daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Cindy Randall, Glen Aubrey; three
grandchildren, Richard, Chevas and Bronson Randall, all of Glen Aubrey;
one sister, Margaret Gilligan, Binghamton; her special caregiver,
Violet Turkow; and her best friend, Mary Zembek. She was an employee of
U.H.S. at Binghamton General Hospital. A memorial service will be held
Wednesday,…
Loleta
L. “Jake” Strong, 97, of 2887 Sheridan Avenue, passed away Friday in
the Wellsville Manor Care Center following a long illness. She was born
Sept. 28, 1910, in Wellsville, the daughter of Herman and Maude wheeler
Lehman. A lifelong resident of Wellsville, she was married to Fred
Strong, who predeceased her in 1959. She attended school in Andover and
was later employed in the Andover Silk Mills. She had retired from the
office of Worthington Turbine, now Dresser-Rand in Wellsville. She was
a…
may
call Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the funeral chapel (2305 Monroe Ave.).
A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday 10 AM at Twelve Corners
Presbyterian Church. Interment will be private. In memory of Jackie,
those who wish may make contributions to Pluta Cancer Center. Anthony
Funeral &Cremation Chapels, 2305 Monroe Ave. 244-0770
Mrs.
Lucy E. Losito, 77, of Pine Ave, Herkimer, passed away peacefully on
Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at her home. She was born in Herkimer, NY,
on February 1, 1931.  Lucy was the daughter of the late, Antonio and
Teresa (Biase) Macri.  She was  a graduate of Herkimer School.  On
November 7, 1957, Lucy was united in marriage to Nicholas A. Losito at
St. Anthony’s Church in Herkimer. They had a blessed union of 49 years
until his passing on December 20, 2002. She was formerly employed  at
the Evening…
Mary
Elizabeth Crooks, 87, passed away peacefully Friday (Sept. 12, 2008) at
the Steuben County Health Care Facility in Bath. Mary was born Nov. 22,
1920 in Sparta, a daughter of Albert and Catherine (Schmidt) Didas. She
was the widow of Heman H. Crooks; he predeceased her on July 28, 1988.
Mary was a self employed cleaner owning and operating her own cleaning
service in Dansville for many years. In addition to her parents and
husband, she was predeceased by her daughter, Carrie Button on May 29,
2008. Mary…
Michael
J. Macan of Endicott Michael J. Macan, 56, passed away on Wednesday,
September 10, 2008, at Wilson Memorial Hospital. He was predeceased by
his father, William Macan; and a brother, William Macan. He is survived
by his wife, Toni; two sons, William and Jesse; his mother, Julia; two
sisters, Julaine Hillis and Danielle Cerasaro; brother and
sister-in-law, Ron and Lynn Macan; two aunts, one great-aunt, several
nieces and nephews, and a special friend, Patty Curcie. He was a U.S.
Navy Veteran. A…
PLATTSBURGH
-- Edwin Leon Mackey Sr., 76, of Hickory Street, passed away Saturday,
Sept. 13, 2008, at CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh. He was born in
Plattsburgh on March 6, 1932, son of the late Clarence and Grace
(Bouvia) Mackey., Edwin was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the
Korean War. He was a member and past commander of American Legion Post
20 in Plattsburgh and a former member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post
125 in Plattsburgh. Edwin was employed by the U.S. Postal Service for
over 30…
Mrs.
Margaret B. Johnson Dunham of Gloversville went to be with her angels
on September 12, 2008. Her deceased angels are her husband Bruce H.
Dunham on January 8, 2001, her son Dale E. Dunham in September of 1976,
and her granddaughter Tara Marie Giardino on November 25, 1994. She was
born on September 1, 1941 the daughter of the late Everett and Helen
Johnson of Stratford. She was educated in Stratford schools. On
September 12, 1959, she married Bruce H. Dunham and moved to
Gloversville. Margaret retired…
Mrs.
Margaret B. Johnson Dunham of Gloversville went to be with her angels
on Sept. 12, 2008. Her deceased angels are her husband Bruce H. Dunham
on Jan. 8, 2001, her son Dale E.
KOLYNICH
Mary Age 93 of 420 East Franklin Street Horseheads, NY passed away on
Saturday September 13, 2008 at home surrounded by her loving family.
Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318
West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Monday September 15, 2008 and 7-9
PM. A Memorial Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday
Evening at 7:30 PM with the Rev. Jason V. Kappanadze officiating. Mrs.
Kolynich's Funeral Service will be held in Holy Trinity Orthodox
Christian Church…
Barbara
J. Mateleska of Binghamton Barbara J. Mateleska passed away on
September 2, 2008. A Memorial service will be held at St. Thomas,
Binghamton, on Thursday, September 18 at 11:00 a.m.
and
friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050
Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Tuesday, September 16, 2008, from 3:00
to 5:00 p.m. Funeral services honoring Christine's life will follow the
visitation at 5 p.m. Her Pastor and friend, the Reverend Anne Mowrey,
will celebrate her services. Interment will take place at the
convenience of her family in the Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial donations
may be directed to the North Chemung United Methodist Church, North
Chemung/Breesport…
Mrs.
Mayme V. Tassa, 88, of 230 First Ave. passed away Thursday, September
11, 2008 in Harrisburg Hospital. She was born in Little Falls on July
29, 1920, the daughter of the late Benedetto and Josephine Copertina
Vaniglia. She attended Little Falls schools and graduated from Utica
Free Academy. Mayme was united in marriage to August T. Tassa on
September 1, 1940 in Little Falls. Mrs. Tassa was employed in Quality
Control for Mohawk Data Science, Herkimer for many years until her
retirement in 1982. She…
will
be held on Friday, September 19, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., at
Gridley-Horan Funeral Home, Inc., 39 Orchard St., Walden, NY. Funeral
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, September 20, at the
funeral home. Burial will be in Wallkill Valley Cemetery, Walden, NY.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association .
Arrangements are by Gridley-Horan Funeral Home, Inc.; 845-778-3811.
may
attend Memorial Calling Hours on Friday, September 19, 2008 from 5 to 8
PM at the David A. Doser Funeral Home &Cremation Service, 76 S.
Main St., Fairport. His Memorial Mass will be Saturday morning 9:00 at
Church of the Assumption, 20 East Ave., Fairport. Memorials may be made
to Shepherd Home, 1959 Five Mile Line Rd., Penfield, NY 14526.
Mr.
Francis W. Modlo, of Medina, passed away on Friday evening, September
12, 2008 at the Medina Memorial Health Care System, after a short
illness.He served in the United States Army for five years during World
War II and was attached to the Chemical Warfare Division, serving in
the Pacific Theatre.He was employed by the former Frank J. Balcerzak
and Son Construction Company for 30 years, retiring in 1980. He was a
member of the Sacred Heart Club and Butts-Clark Post #204, American
Legion.Born in Chicago,…
Mrs.
Nancy (Martello) Pruskowski, age 90, formerly of Little Falls and
Country Manor, passed away on Wednesday evening, September 10, 2008, in
Folts Homes, Herkimer. At the time of her passing she had the comfort
of her family at her side. She was born on July 31, 1918, in Brooklyn,
daughter of the late John and Josephine (Piccone) Martello, and was
educated in Brooklyn schools. She lived the greater part of her life in
Little Falls. Nancy was united in marriage with Joseph R. “Rex”
Pruskowski in…
NOVAKOWSKI
Edward Age 86 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Sunday September 14,
2008 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira, NY. Edward was born on April
26, 1922 in Southerinton, CT the son of the late Vincent and Josephine
Novakowski. Mr. Novakowski married his wife Polly R. Jones Novakowski
on April 25, 1942 and they recently celebrated their 66th Wedding
Anniversary. He was a Veteran of WWII serving his country with the U.S.
Army Air Force. Edward was a retired custodian for the Central Islip
Hospital in…

may
call Tuesday, 4-8 PM at the Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond
Road. (between English &Latta). Funeral Mass, 9:30 AM Wednesday at
St. Theodore's Church. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association.
DeLANCEY
_ Rose-Marie C. "Marie" O'Brien, 70, of DeLancey, passed away
peacefully, among her family, early Sunday morning, Sept. 14, 2008, at
O'Connor Hospital, Delhi, after a battle with cancer. Arrangements are
pending with Robert A. Peet, Hall & Peet Funeral Home, Delhi. A
complete obituary will appear in Tuesday's edition of The Daily Star.
will
be held at the J.A. McCormack Sons Funeral Home, 141 Main St.,
Binghamton, Wednesday at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Vestal Hills
Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the McCormack Funeral
Home Tuesday from 4-6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy
in memory of Ozzie may be made to Lourdes Hospice Program, 4102 Old
Vestal Rd., Vestal, N.Y. 13850, or Fairview United Methodist Church
Memorial Fund, 252 Robinson St., Binghamton, N.Y. 13904.
SUMMERVILLE,
S.C. -- Michael Steven Owens, 57, of Summerville, husband of Susan E.
Owens, died Friday, Sept. 12, 2008. Mr. Owens was born Aug. 8, 1951, in
Plattsburgh, N.Y., to the late James Willard and Marie Blair Owens., He
attended Peru High School in Peru, N.Y., where he was a member of the
track team. He also attended Clinton Community College in Plattsburgh,
N.Y. He was a member of the International Disaster Team for the Red
Cross. He was an avid runner and was giving to all. He served in the
U.S.…
Sandra
J. (Beedon) Patterson, 69, of Grandby, MO, died on Sunday, August 10,
2008 at Freeman Hospital in Grandby, MO, after a short illness. She was
born on December 26, 1938 to William W. and Ruth M. Beedon in Medina,
NY. Sandra graduated in 1957 from Medina High School.She is survived by
three sons, Raymond (Kim) Paterson of Medina, NY, Mark (Tammy)
Patterson of Syracuse, NY and Mike (Kory) Patterson of North Carolina.
Sandra leaves behind three brothers and one sister, Bill (Marilyn)
Beedon of Moore, SC,…
Penders,
Gayle W. (Lemon) GREECE: Died Saturday, September 13, 2008. Gayle will
be lovingly remembered for her kindness, compassion and humor. Gayle is
predeceased by parents Arthur &Hazel Wilson; grandson Erik D.
Lemon; beautiful daughter Karen Sue Pusey. She is survived by her
loving husband and best friend William "Bud" Penders; her beloved sons,
Steve (Isabella) Lemon, Brian (Patricia) Lemon, stepsons, David
Penders, Tom (Jana) Penders, Steve (Eileen) Penders; brothers and
sister, David…
and
Friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050
Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, on Monday, September 15, 2008, from 1:00 to
3:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with the Recitation of the Rosary at
8:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m.
in St Mary's Church, (Southside), followed by graveside service with
Full Military Honors at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Those wishing
may make memorials to the Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning
Road, Corning, NY…
may
call Wednesday, 4-8 PM at TROIANO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 209 West Ave., E.
Rochester. Funeral Mass on Thursday, 11 AM at St. Jerome's Church, 207
Garfield St., E. Rochester. Entombment, White Haven Memorial Park.
Contributions may be made in her name to St. Jerome's Church.
KEENE
-- Jeremy Christopher Quinn, 38, of Church Street, passed away Tuesday,
Sept. 2, 2008, as the result of accidental trauma. He was born on March
20, 1970, in New Rochelle, N.Y., son of Nicholas A. and Patricia K.
(Walker) Quinn., Jeremy was a graduate of Keene Central School and
attended Paul Smith's College and North Country Community College. He
was employed at the Ausable Club. Over the course of his lifetime, he
was a dedicated volunteer fireman with both the Keene and Keene Valley
Fire…
Newburgh,
NY Martin G. Racanelli, a local area resident and co-owner of Lo-Rac
Energy Corp. in Newburgh & Beacon, NY, passed away in his home on
Friday, September 12, 2008. He was 58. He was born to Catherine
Bertelli Racanelli and the late Louis Racanelli on September 19, 1949
in New York City. Marty's zest for life and love of people touched so
many, but he is best defined as a father. His passion and dedication to
his son, James Martin, was his greatest "success". He will be missed by…
Ramos,
Angelo L. "Papo" Rochester: September 13, 2008. Predeceased by his
father, Rafael. Survived by his mother, Pauline Rivera, 5 sisters, 5
brothers, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Calling
Tuesday, 6-9 PM at Falvo Funeral Home, 1395 North Goodman St. Funeral
Service, Wed., 10 AM in the funeral home. Interment, Riverside
Cemetery. A special thank you to Monroe Community Hospital for their
excellent care. FalvoFuneralHome.com
Louise
Isabella Courser Redfern, aged 85, died Friday, September 12, 2008 at
Northgate Health Care Facility in North Tonawanda. Louise was born
August 9, 1923, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan to Olga (Klumpp) and Ernest
Courser.She graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1941 and then
moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan where she met her future husband, Arthur
H. Redfern. They were married on November 25, 1943 and moved to Niagara
Falls, where Arthur had been raised, in 1947.Louise was a vibrant
member of Riverside…
invited.
Interment will be cared for privately at St. Mark Lutheran Cemetery in
Wheatfield. If desired, memorials to Immanuel Lutheran Church in
Tonawanda are preferred by the family.Com plete obituary, condolences,
and directions at www.hampfuneral.com .
Roach,
Roger F. "Bud" Greece: Died September 14, 2008 at the age of 84. Bud is
predeceased by his wife Eloise Roach. He is survived by his daughter
Dona (Charles) Garant; grandsons, Daniel &Eric Warren;
great-grandchildren, Eric M. Warren &Alexis R. Warren; several
nieces and nephews. Bud was a Navy Veteran of WWII. He was a Police
Officer for the City of Rochester who retired after 21 years of
service. BARTOLOMEO &PEROTTO Funeral Home, Inc., 1411 Vintage Lane
(Between 390 &Long…
Robert
L. “Red” Cox, 789, of Decatur Street, Corning, died Sunday, Sept. 14,
2008 at Absolut Care at Three Rivers. He was a former employee of
Corning Inc. Survivors include his two daughters, Joyce Horton and Leda
Williammee, both of Corning; a son, Roger Cox of Painted Post; three
sisters, Betty Searfoss of Newville, Pa., Eleanor Sample of
Hammondsport and Caroline Hill of Athens, Pa. and two step-daughters,
Kim Gerow of Campbell and Nancy Blank of Wilmington, N.C. Calling hours
are 1-3 and 6-8 p.m.…
Casey
Funeral Home, 350 Slosson Ave, Castleton Corners, on Tuesday 10 A.M.
Interment Moravian Cemetery. Friends will be received Sunday 7-9 P.M.
Monday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers contributions to Carmel
Richmond Health Care and Rehabilitation Center 88 Old Town Rd., S.I.,
N.Y. 10304 or University Hospice, S.I., N.Y. 10305 475 Seaview would be
greatly appreciated. www.SILive.com/obits
Nilda
Santos of Brooklyn on September 11, 2008. Beloved mother of the late
William David Santos. Dear sister of David Santos and Dear
sister-in-law of Kathy Santos. Adored aunt of Eric and Giselle. Funeral
service at Christian Pentecostal Church, 900 Richmond Road, on Tuesday
at 10 A.M. Interment Ocean View Cemetery. Friends will be received
Monday at the Church 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Casey Funeral Home, Directors
www.SiLive.com/obits
William
David Santos of Brooklyn on September 11, 2008. Beloved son of the late
Nilda Santos. Loving nephew of David and Kathy Santos. Dear cousin of
Eric and Giselle Santos. Funeral service at Christian Pentecostal
Church, 900 Richmond Road, on Tuesday at 10 A.M. Interment Ocean View
Cemetery. Friends will be received Monday at the Church 2-4 and 7-9
P.M. Casey Funeral Home, Directors www.SiLive.com/obits
may
call Thursday, 2-4 &7-9 PM at the Alhart Funeral Home, 3068 W. Main
St., Caledonia. His Funeral Service will be held Friday, 11 AM at the
Second Baptist Church, George St., Mumford. Interment, Mumford Rural
Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family, c/o Lynn Scott, 600
Middle Rd., Caledonia, NY 14423.
Woodridge,
NY Lillian Shabus, a longtime Woodridge resident, died Saturday,
September 13, 2008, at her home in Woodridge with her family by her
side. She was 93. Lillian was born in Mountaindale, NY, on August 1,
1915, the daughter of Jacob and Celia Sheinberg Meyerson. She was a
longtime volunteer at Catskill Regional Hospital in Harris; a life
member of Hadassah, ORT, Jewish Women International and Deborrah, a
member of the Sisterhood of the Woodridge Synagogue and the Kiwanis
club. She is survived by her…
WAYNE
A. SHATRAW, 84, of the Dineen Road, Constable, N.Y., died Friday, Sept.
12, 2008, at the Alice Hyde Medical Center in Malone, N.Y., while under
the care of the hospital, his family and Hospice of the North Country,
Inc., He was born in Burke, N.Y., March 3, 1924, the son of the late
Ovid J. and Gertrude F. (Bombard) Shatraw., There are no calling hours.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the
Bruso-Desnoyers Funeral Home Chapel in Malone, N.Y., with the Rev. Tom
Davis officiating.…

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