Sunday, September 21, 2008

New York Obituaries 09/21/08

  • Adelmann, Emily

    Adelmann, Emily New Paltz, NY: Of New Paltz, formerly of Rochester, passed away on September 17, 2008, after an heroic battle with ovarian cancer. She was the daughter of the late Sidney and Clara Markham, and married to the late John Adelmann for 24 years. She is survived by 2 sisters, Martha Markham of Irondequoit, New York, and Jane Tupitza of Pughtown, Pennsylvania, 2 nieces and 2 nephews, many grandnieces and grandnephews. She was a charter member of Fellowship Baptist Church, Highland, New York and…

    • Annese, Paul T.

      • Austin, Betty Burdick

        are invited to meet the family Monday, 11:00am at Summerville Presbyterian Church, 4845 St. Paul Blvd., for her funeral service. Interment private at Irondequoit Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Capital Hospice, 209 Gibson St., Suite 202, NW Leesburg, VA 20176. PAUL W. HARRIS FUNERAL HOME 570 Kings Highway So. 544-2041

        • Babcock, Annette "Ellen" (James)

          • Bagley, Marie

            Marie Bagley of Candor Funeral Services for Marie Bagley will be held on Sunday, September 21, 2008, at 3:00 p.m. at the Estey, Munroe and Fahey Funeral Home, 15 Park Street, Owego. Family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the Disabled Veterans or animal shelter of your choice. www.emfaheyfuneralhome.com

            • Bailey Jr., William L. "Buster"

              William "Buster" L. Bailey, Jr. of Newark Valley A funeral service and celebration of Buster's life will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday, September 23, with Rev. Nancy Adams officiating. Interment will follow in Hope Cemetery, Newark Valley, with full Military Honors accorded. A period of visitation will precede the service from 10 a.m. until 12 noon at the MacPherson Funeral Home.

              • Bamann, Thomas E.

                are welcome to call at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Rd., Fairport, Egypt location, Tuesday, 4-7 PM. Funeral Mass Wednesday, 9:30am at St. John of Rochester, Fairport. Interment, Oakwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family will be accepting gifts made to Joan Bamann C/O Richard Bamann 7800 North Rd., Victor, NY 14564.

                • Bandel, Frances

                  • Barry, Anne M.

                    • Bassett, Eugene Francis

                      • Bauer, Lillian J.

                        Huguenot, NY Mrs. Lillian J. Bauer of Huguenot, NY, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2008, at her home. She was 92. She was born August 7, 1916 in Port Jervis, NY, the daughter of the late Earl and the late Julia Smith Space. She was married to the late Francis X. "Frank" Bauer, who passed away on June 7, 1994. She is survived by many cousins and friends. There will be no visitation. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, September 23, at 11 a.m. in Rural Valley Cemetery in…

                        • Bays, Roy C.

                          BAYS - Roy C. September 20, 2008, husband of the late Lillian (Ringer); dear father of Roy M., John (Kathie), Cindy (Bob), Lynn, Robert, Gary (Barb) and Lisa (Mike) Bays; survived by eight grandchildren and one great-grandson; brother of Janet, Gary (Terri) and the late Vivian and Robert Bays. Friends received on Monday from 7-9 PM and on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the NIGHTENGALE FUNERAL HOME, 1884 South Park Ave. (near Tifft) where services will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM. Friends invited.…

                          • Becker, Edward G.

                            BECKER, Edward G. -Its been 14 years since you passed away. Gone but not forgotten.LOVE YOUR FAMILY,

                            • Becker, Loretta F.

                              BECKER, Loretta F. -Happy 88th Birthday Mom, September 19th. Its been a short time since you passed. Missing you so much. Happy that you and dad are together again.LOVE YOUR FAMILY,

                              • Bell, Betty Neal (Sister)

                                Bell, Betty Neal (Sister) Rochester: Quietly went home to be with The Lord on September 17, 2008. Age of 59. Survived by her sons, Trenton, Jamal Dale (Cathey) Neal, daughter, LaVonia Neal, mother, Lillie Ruth Robinson, brothers, Lomack (Diane) Neal, Rickey Neal, special aunt, Corine Finn, 13 grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and many friends. Family and friends are invited to call Tuesday, from 6-9 at the funeral home. Funeral Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church 250 Samuel McCree…

                                • Berlinghoff, Rita E. (Buchbinder)

                                  BERLINGHOFF - Rita E. (nee Buchbinder)September 17, 2008, wife of the late George; dear mother of Sharon (Paul) Pellegrino, Janet Berlinghoff and Holly (Charles) Barth; loving grandmother of Melissa (Brian) Sanom, Eric Pellegrino, Charles Jr., Ashley and Bradley Barth; predeceased by brothers and sisters; also survived by nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial at St. James Church, 496 Terrace Blvd., Depew Wednesday 9:30 AM. No prior visitation. Arrangements by the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC.,

                                  • Bernal, Dorothy (Kostek)

                                    • Berse, Lenora

                                      September 15, 2008 Lenora Berse, 79, of DeWitt, passed away at Crouse Hospital after a long illness. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Lenora was the daughter of Louis and Rachel Youngman Watnik. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and attended both Brooklyn and Queens colleges. For 30 years, Lenora worked for the NYC Board of Education as a school aide, retiring in 1992. She enjoyed reading, traveling, watching movies and baseball, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was predeceased by her…

                                      • Betette, Albert G.

                                        Betette, Albert G. Novato, CA: He was of the Greatest Generation. Albert G. Betette, Lt. Col, USAF, ret., died in Novato, California, on August 28, 2008, after a short illness. He was 88 years old. George, known to his family as Albert, was born Alberto Bitetti on June 22, 1920, in Rochester, New York, and grew up there. He was the youngest of six children born to Vito and Antoinette Lisanti Bitetti, Italian immigrants. George was attending Iowa State University when World War II broke out, prompting him to…

                                        • Beye, Howard S.

                                          Beye, Howard S. Rochester: Suddenly Friday, September 19, 2008, age 75, surrounded by his loving wife, daughters, &Pastor. Predeceased by parents, Sidney J. &Dorothy A. (nee Hall), &brother, Richard K. Beye. Survived by wife of 52 years, Dorothy June Beye; daughters, Elizabeth DeFrancesco, Elaine (Leslie) Cox; 5 granddaughters - Nicole (Michael) Miller, Natalie (Scott) Perterka, Chloe, Phoebe &Hillary; one grandson, Evan, &one great-grandson, Max. A graduate of RIT (1956), member of…

                                          • Biernacki, Henry J.

                                            BIERNACKI - Henry J. September 19, 2008, husband of the late Irene; dear father of Theresa (Donald) Winkelman; loving grandfather of Julie and Jason (Jessica) Winkelman; fond uncle of John (Lottie) Rak; predeceased by brothers and sisters; survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral from the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 428 Penora St., Monday 9:45 and St. Augustine R.C. Church 10 AM. Visitation Sunday 1-7 PM. Mr. Biernacki was a member of Depew American Legion and Twin Village V.F.W. Post. Flowers gratefully…

                                            • Bishop Ph.D., Beverly P. (Petterson)

                                              .Arrangements by BEACH-TUYN FUNERAL HOME, INC.,

                                              • Blowers, Ruth V. (Bathrick)

                                                . If so desired, memorial donations may be made to the Hamburg Adult Care Service, 353 Pleasant Ave, Hamburg, NY 14075. Arrangements by JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME.,

                                                • Bona, Dr. Joseph

                                                  • Bonhotal, Vernon F.

                                                    September 19, 2008 Vernon F. Bonhotal, 83, of Smyrna, died Friday at Crouse Community Center, Morrisville. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday from Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, Hamilton, and 11 a.m. from St. Mary's Church, Hamilton, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hamilton. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. The Rosary will be recited at 4:45 p.m.

                                                    • Boothroyd, Gordon O.

                                                      September 19, 2008 Gordon O. Boothroyd, 82, of Syracuse, NY, passed away Friday at the VA Medical Center in Syracuse. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, to his parents Claude and Hazel Boothroyd, Gordon resided most of his life in the Syracuse area, where he lived mostly on E. Fayette St. He was employed by Smith Corona, where he was a warehouse clerk and later worked in their stationery stores until his retirement in 1980. He was proudest of his membership and serving as a deacon with First Presbyterian Church…

                                                      • Brandt, Father John Conrad Marion

                                                        Marion Brandt September 19, 2008 Father John Conrad Marion Brandt fell asleep in the Lord September 19, 2008. He was a Russian Orthodox priest of the Patriarchate of Moscow. He was the son of Albert Brandt Sr. and Margaret Dix Brandt. He was formerly a Franciscan priest, serving in the missions of Japan. After his marriage to Giselle, he became Orthodox and served as a deacon and then a priest in the New York and New Jersey areas. Survived by his wife, Giselle, nee Kote; daughter, Stephanie; three brothers,…

                                                        • Breiner, Norma (Meyer)

                                                          may call Monday, 4-8 PM ONLY at Walker Brothers Co. Funeral Home, Inc., 21 South Main Street, Churchville. Memorial Mass Tuesday at 2:00 PM at St. Vincent DePaul Church, Churchville. Interment will be held privately. Contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, in her memory. www.walkerbrothersfh.com

                                                          • Brock, Thomas M.

                                                            BROCK - Thomas M. Suddenly, September 19, 2008. Beloved husband of Roberta J. (nee. Fullex); dearest father of Joseph W. (Carol), Kimberly (Marty) Slawiak, Jeffrey (LaVerna), and Roberta; grandfather of eleven; brother of James, Robert, and Paul Meyer; brother-in-law of Sandra Fullex; also survived by nieces and nephews. Arrangements by AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. 836-6500. Online register at www.Amigone.com.,

                                                            • Brosnan, Doris R.

                                                              • Brown, Kenneth R.

                                                                • Bryan, Kenneth D.

                                                                  (Albion) - Kenneth D. Bryan, 67, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2008. He was born on November 8, 1940 in Newark, OH, the son of Robert and Genevieve (Nixon) Bryan. He was employed at various production plants in Ohio and Rochester. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing and playing his guitars.He is survived by children, Mike of Ohio, David of New Mexico, Austin of Rochester, Stacy of Albion, Theresa of Ohio, Kim of North Carolina, Kelly (Jake) Froman of Albion, Ashley of Rochester, Jennifer of Albion;…

                                                                  • Burrell, William C.

                                                                    Burrell, William C. Rochester: September 17, 2008. A Veteran of World War II. He was predeceased by his wife, Ruby Burrell (2004). He is survived by 1 son, Lawrence (Diane) Burrell Sr. and 1 daughter, Beverly (Richard) Moore; 3 grandchildren, Lawrence (Junique) Burrell Jr., Lamar and Marcus J. Burrell; other relatives and friends. Mr. Burrell will lie in state Monday, 5-8 pm at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 141 Adams Street with a Memorial Service by Eureka Lodge number 36, F&AM (PH) at 7 pm. Funeral…

                                                                    • Burvid, Anthony R.

                                                                      • Buzyniski, Bernard

                                                                        Bernard (Buzz) Buzyniski, of Winterhaven, FL, formerly of Lockport and Newfane, NY, died September 11, 2008 in Winterhaven, FL in Hospice. He was born in 1938 in Lockport. He graduated from DeSales High School and Holy Cross College. He played high school and college football and played in the early 1960’s for the Dallas Texans and the Buffalo Bills. He married Cecelia (CeCe) Castle at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church in 1961. Buzz enjoyed playing golf and bridge.He is survived by his wife, CeCe…

                                                                        • Buzyniski, Cecelia Castle

                                                                          Cecelia (CeCe) Castle Buzyniski, of Winterhaven, FL, formerly of Lockport and Newfane, NY, died September 17, 2008 in Winterhaven, FL. She was born in 1938 in Lockport. She graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy in Lockport and Sisters of Charity Hospital in Buffalo, where she received her nursing degree. CeCe worked as an RN in various locations and capacities. She married Bernard (Buzz) Buzyniski at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church in Lockport in 1961. She enjoyed playing bridge and spending time…

                                                                          • Byam, Laurie A.

                                                                            may call Sunday, 1-4 pm at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Rd. (between English and Latta). Funeral Services, 10 am Mon. at the funeral home. Interment Holy Sepulchre. In her memory, contributions may be made to Heritage Christian Services, 349 W. Commercial St., East Rochester, NY 14445.

                                                                            • Cammillari, Carl J.

                                                                              cammillEri, Carl J. -Our precious Carl; six years ago Sept. 22, God took you from us; theyre is not a day we do not think of you. You would live in our hearts forever. Youre loved and missed. MOM, DAD, AND FAMILY.,

                                                                              • Cardarelli, Luisa (Ciminelli)

                                                                                • Cardona, Marciana

                                                                                  • Carey, Virginia M.

                                                                                    Carey, Virginia M. Newark: Formerly of Irondequoit, on Sept. 18, 2008. Predeceased by her husband, Emery. She is survived by her children, Lynne Minisce (fiancéMichael Donalty), &Donn Carey of NM; grandchildren, Joseph, Eric, &Laura Lynne Minisce, Samantha DiNoto, &Donn, Josh, &Jonas Carey; also nieces &nephews. The family will receive friends to share memories MONDAY from 4-7 PM at CRAWFORD FUNERAL HOME (495 N. Winton Rd., between Browncroft & Humboldt), where a funeral service…

                                                                                    • Carpenter, Marjorie L.

                                                                                      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…

                                                                                      • Casey, Patricia M.

                                                                                        Patricia M. Casey of Binghamton Patricia M. Casey, 70, of Binghamton, passed away on Thursday, September 18th. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Casey. She is survived by her children, Jeanne and Gary Palma, and their son, Alex; Timothy and Jennifer Casey, and their children, Sara, Joseph, and Kristine; Lisa and David Burke, and their children, David, Thomas, and Edward. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren; her mother-in-law, Mary Casey; her sister-in-law, Joyce Zedick; and her aunt,…

                                                                                        • Cenzi Sr., Thomas A. "Big Papa"

                                                                                          • Cheshire, Sarah

                                                                                            • Cirocco, Marion J. (Sabella)

                                                                                              CIROCCO - Marion J. (Sabella)Of Cheektowaga, NY, September 17, 2008; beloved wife of John V. Cirocco; dearest mother of five beautiful children, Ronald (Gale), Diane (Mariano) Chirico, Karen (Russell) Green, Jahna (Ronald) Samson and Stephanie (Russell) Reimondo; fond grandmother of eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild; sister of the late Stephen (Mary Jane) and Melviana Sabella; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9PM at The PAUL A. KLOC BLOSSOM…

                                                                                              • Claesgens, Robert F.

                                                                                                Claesgens, Robert F. Rochester: Robert F. Claesgens, 87, went to be with the Lord on Sept. 11 at 11:am 2008. This was an appropriate day for a hero that served his country in World War II as First Lt. U.S. Airforce, as Navigator - Bombardier 1944-1945 in Europe. Bob was employed at The Eastman Kodak Co. main office in Rochester, NY until his retirement as Manager Custom Service International in 1984. Since moving to Florida in 1990 he served as Elder and in many other ways at First Presbyterian Church in…

                                                                                                • Clark, Walter W.

                                                                                                  Walter W. Clark of Delanson formerly of Greene Walter W. Clark, 80, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2008, at his home. He was predeceased by his daughter, Joy Lee Clarke; parents, James Franklin and Bertha Clara Clark; five brothers, Roy Franklin, Thomas, Wilbur, Myron Wesley, and Robert Alvin Clark. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Ann Clark, Delanson; daughter, Mary Bridget Clark, Delanson; daughter and son-in-law, Judith Ann and Ranier Willy Ward, Fayetteville, Georgia; three sisters, Viola…

                                                                                                • Coast, William P.

                                                                                                  are invited to meet the family Tuesday, 10:00 AM at St. Salome's Church for his Funeral Mass. Interment Irondequoit Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Association of Rochester Police and Area Law Enforcement Retirees, 1425 Lexington Ave., Rochester, NY 14606. PAUL W. HARRIS FUNERAL HOME 570 Kings Highway South 544-2041

                                                                                                  • Cohen, Paula W.

                                                                                                    may call at the RUTLAND-CORWIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2670 Main St., Newfane, NY, FRIDAY 4-8 PM. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated SATURDAY at 10:00 AM in St. Brendan on the Lake Wilson, NY. Burial will be in St. Charles Cemetery, Newfane, NY. Memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 would be appreciated by the family. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send a condolence to the family.

                                                                                                    • Cole, Bernice A.

                                                                                                      are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM Wednesday at St. Francis Chapel on Adam Street in Tonawanda. Burial will be cared for privately at Elmlawn Cemetery. If desired, memorials to Hospice Buffalo or the St. Vincent dePaul Society are preferred by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the care of the Hamp Funeral Home, Inc., Adam and Seymour Streets, Tonawanda. Complete obituary and condolences at www.hampfuneral.com.

                                                                                                      • Colonnese, Helen M.

                                                                                                        September 19, 2008 Helen M. Colonnese, 88, of Cato, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2008, ready to join her loved ones who have gone before her. She was born in Naugatuck, CT, the daughter of the late John and Mary Servidas and had resided in Cato, NY, since 1953. Prior to that, Helen resided in Washington, CT, and Wampsville, NY. Helen was an active partner in all endeavors of Hel-Bon Farm that she and her late husband, Bonaventuro, owned and operated. She was a member of Saint…

                                                                                                        • Combs, Edwin R.

                                                                                                          • Conner, Hattie

                                                                                                            Conner, Hattie Rochester: Sept. 14, 2008. Calling hours Monday, 6-9 PM at Metropolitan Funeral Chapels, Inc., 109 West Ave. Funeral Service Tuesday, 11 AM at Power House Kingdom Cathedral, COGIC, 48 Clifton St. Interment, Riverside Cemetery.

                                                                                                            • Connolly, Elizabeth (Carmichael)

                                                                                                              Dongan Hills Virginia Funeral Chapel, 1707 Hylan Blvd. on Tuesday 9:30 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial St. Ann's Church 10:00 A.M. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. Visiting Monday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                                                              • Connolly, Maryann

                                                                                                                may call Tuesday 2-4, 7-9 PM at the Anthony Funeral Chapel, 2305 Monroe Ave., Rochester. A funeral mass will be held Wednesday 11:00 AM at St. Louis Church, 60 S. Main St., Pittsford. Interment will be private. Contributions in memory of Maryann may be made to the James P. Wilmot Cancer Center, Box 704, 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14642, or to Visiting Nurse Service Hospice, 2180 Empire Blvd., Webster, NY 14580. Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line guest register.

                                                                                                                • Consler, Bradley Lewis

                                                                                                                  • Copella, John E.

                                                                                                                    invited. Interment at White Chapel Memorial Park. Complete obituary, condolences and directions at www.hampfuneral.com

                                                                                                                    • Corcoran, Winifred Mary

                                                                                                                      • Croce, Marguerite M.

                                                                                                                        Modena, NY Marguerite M. Croce, age 85, of Modena, NY, died Saturday, September 20, 2008, at home. Mrs. Croce was born July 9, 1923 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of the late Charles and the late Mary Alice (Rampe) Meyers. She married Leo Russell Croce on June 8, 1946. He died on April 25, 1974. Marguerite was a member of St. Charles Church, Gardiner, where she was apart of St. Charles Senior Parishioners and she was the first woman Eucharistic Minister. She also belonged to many other church groups. She is…

                                                                                                                        • Cronin, William P. "Bill"

                                                                                                                          and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport NY on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with Funeral and Committal Services there Tuesday evening at 8:00 p.m. The Reverend David Daniels will officiate. Interment will be held privately in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Those wishing may make memorials to the charity of one's choice. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com.

                                                                                                                          • Crosby, Robert D.

                                                                                                                            CROSBY, Robert D. - On your 87th birthday and one year away.So often, I look at your picture, youre smiling and seem to say, Dont grieve for me, Im only sleeping, well meet again some day.Love you,WIFE LUCILLE,

                                                                                                                            • Crouse, Roland

                                                                                                                              may call at Jennings, Nulton &Mattle Funeral Home , 1704 Penfield Rd., TODAY, 1:30 - 4 PM. A Graveside Service with military honors will be held Tuesday, 10 AM at Pittsford Cemetery Annex, Washington Rd., Pittsford. A Service in Celebration of Roland's life will be held Saturday, September 27th, 10 AM with a reception to follow at Faith Lutheran Church, 2576 Browncroft Blvd., Rochester, NY 14625. Those wishing may contribute to Faith Lutheran Church Memorial Fund in his memory. To light a candle of…

                                                                                                                              • Curry, Timothy A.

                                                                                                                                • DOROTHY GRAHAM

                                                                                                                                  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…

                                                                                                                                  • Dajka, James A.

                                                                                                                                    DAJKA - James A. Passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2008. Loving husband of Theresa (nee Piechocki) and the late Joyce (nee Hartman); loving father of Kimberly (James) Dejewski and Daryl (Elizabeth) Dajka; loving grandfather of Michael, Sean, Nicole, Kelly, Rosie and Isabella; brother of Dennis Dajka and the late Dolores (Clem) Swieczkowski and the late Mildred (Alvin) Latala; loving uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral services commencing at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2510…

                                                                                                                                    • Daly, Peter B.

                                                                                                                                      Port Jervis, NY Mr. Peter B. Daly of Port Jervis, a lifetime resident of the area, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2008, at Park Manor Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. He was 87. He was born June 29, 1921 in Port Jervis, NY, the son of the late James Michael and the late Margaret McNeill Daly. He was a decorated combat veteran of World War II in the U.S. Army and served 22 months as a German P.O.W. He was employed for many years by Levin Furniture Andmore Swimwear. He was a life member of…

                                                                                                                                      • Davida, Agnes Hanson "Chickie"

                                                                                                                                        • Davis, Dr. Rev. Willard L.

                                                                                                                                          DAVIS, Rev. Dr. Willard L. 78, of Palm Bay, Florida, went home to his Savior on Sept. 10th. Born in Ambridge, PA, he graduated from Elmira High School in 1948, received degrees from Shelton College, NYU and Columbia Pacific University. He served as Pastor of churches in Pennsylvania, New York, Florida, Michigan, and Maryland, most notably Pineview Community Church in Albany, NY, Ward Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Livonia, MI, and Fourth Presbyterian Church in Bethesda, MD. Rev. Davis is survived by…

                                                                                                                                          • Davis, Ronald D.

                                                                                                                                            Ronald D. Davis of Rochester, N.Y. Ronald D. Davis, age 53, surrounded by his loving family, passed away on Thursday, September 18th, peacefully at home after a courageous struggle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). He was predeceased by his father-in-law, James T. O'Neil, Sr. He is survived by his loving wife of seventeen years, Dr. Colleen O'Neil Davis; their three daughters, Kelly, Caitlin, and Erin; parents, Chester and Donna Davis, Auburn, Indiana; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Arlene and…

                                                                                                                                            • Davis, Willard L.

                                                                                                                                              • DeBlieck, John L.

                                                                                                                                                • DeLucca, Sally A.

                                                                                                                                                  Sally A. DeLucca of Binghamton Sally A. DeLucca went to be with the Lord, Saturday, September 20, 2008. She was predeceased by her father, Charles Brown; and her infant son, Todd. She is survived by her loving husband, Thomas DeLucca; three children, Tommy DeLucca (Cindy), Tim DeLucca (Melissa), Terry DeLucca (Michelle); daughter-in-law, Marsha DeLucca; very special grandchildren, Patrick, Brittany, Matthew, Terry, Ashley, Bayley, Haylea, and Addison; her mother, Eleanor Brown; sister, Carol Milazzo…

                                                                                                                                                  • Deal, Mary Dixson

                                                                                                                                                    September 17, 2008 Mary Dixson Deal passed on peacefully on Wednesday morning. She was born and lived most of her life in Syracuse and was a graduate of Nottingham H.S. and Syracuse University. She and her husband, J. Allen Deal, owned Deal Florist. She was a past member of the NAACP, Genetaska and the Onondaga Valley Literary Society and was active in her church. Mrs. Deal is survived by two daughters, Susan Hunt Deal and Margo Deal Erickson, and two granddaughters, Tracey and Jessica Erickson. No memorial…

                                                                                                                                                    • Devitt, Thomas J.

                                                                                                                                                      Devitt, Thomas J. San Francisco, CA: Suddenly, Sept. 4, 2008. Predeceased by his beloved Grandmothers Rose and Judy, special Aunt Fran Desando, his parents Joseph and Carolyn Devitt. Survived by his sisters, Joanie (Dewey) Craw, Elaine (Richard) Becker; many nieces and nephews. Tom graduated from Western Iowa Tech with a degree in Piano Technology and moved to San Francisco where he operated a piano tuning and rebuilding business. "T" will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. A private…

                                                                                                                                                      • Dexter, Esther

                                                                                                                                                        August 19, 2008 Esther Dexter, 88, of Birmingham, MI, died peacefully on August 19, 2008. Esther was born A. Esther Hall on October 12, 1919, in Syracuse, NY. Her husband, Leonard, predeceased her in 1995. The couple moved to Birmingham when Leonard was transferred there by Chrysler Corporation. Esther worked in a Birmingham insurance agency. Esther was a member of Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Birmingham, for nearly 50 years, served on the church's Altar Guild and was a THAW (The Heat and Warmth…

                                                                                                                                                        • Dickson, Paul J.

                                                                                                                                                          • Dober, Patrick W.

                                                                                                                                                            Casey Funeral Home, 350 Slosson Ave, Castleton Corners Monday. Mass of Christian Burial Blessed Sacrament Church 10 A.M. Interment St. Stanislaus Kostka Cemetery, Sayreville, NJ. Friends will be received Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                            • Dodge, Betty L.

                                                                                                                                                              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 friends are invited to attend her Memorial Service on Saturday, September 27, 2008 3 PM at New Hope Fellowship Church, located on 5&20 in Bloomfield. 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.

                                                                                                                                                              • Donald E. Foreman

                                                                                                                                                                Donald E. Foreman, 66, of Herkimer, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008. Born in Houttzdale, Pa., he was a son of Ellis and Vera Holden Foreman. Don retired in 2005 as supervisor of the Electrical and Environmental Shop at Rome Lab where he was employed for over 42 years. He served honorably with the United States Air Force from 1962 to 1966. Don was a member of the Herkimer Garden Club. Among the many things he enjoyed were fishing, golf and gardening although his true passion…

                                                                                                                                                                • Donato, Joan

                                                                                                                                                                  • Donlan, Eileen Theresa

                                                                                                                                                                    Seminole, FL Eileen Theresa Donlan, 77, of Seminole, FL, passed away on Friday, August 1, 2008, in Bay Pines VA Hospital, FL. The daughter of Raymond P. and Mary Estabrook Rogers, Sr., she was born in Cornwall, NY on July 31, 1931. Eileen was a Staff Sergeant, WAC, serving during the Korean War, a retired secretary for Bay Pines VA Hospital, life member and past Commander of American Legion Post #70, Norwood, MA, member of VFW Post #9272, Seminole, FL, life member of DAV, Chapter 13, St. Petersburg, FL;…

                                                                                                                                                                    • Duffy, Michael T.

                                                                                                                                                                      September 19, 2008 Michael T. Duffy, 62, of Edwards, died Friday. Calling Hours: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at French Funeral Home, Edwards. Funeral Service: 11 a.m. Tuesday at Edwards United Methodist. Donations may be made to Brielle and Hannah Trust Fund, c/o Celene Duffy, P.O. Box 188, Edwards, NY 13635.

                                                                                                                                                                      • Duffy, Audrey Irene (Whitsel)

                                                                                                                                                                        may call at the DUBOIS FUNERAL HOME, 2436 Niagara Road (Bergholz), in Wheatfield, on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-8 PM, with services following at 8:00 PM. The Rev. Robert Bellingham will officiate. Audrey will be taken home to Pennsylvania with the interment in the Saltillo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Niagara Hospice, Inc., 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line guest register.

                                                                                                                                                                        • Edward J. Grainger,

                                                                                                                                                                          Edward J. Grainger, 91, formerly of 105 Ray St., Ilion, and 332 Third Ave., Frankfort, passed away Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at Faxton-St. Lukes Healthcare, New Hartford. He was born on July 15, 1917 in Ilion, the son of Edward H. and Mary Elizabeth (Murphy) Grainger and graduated from Ilion High School. On Aug. 2, 1941 he was married to Florence Ludwig in Ilion. She died on June 21, 1994. Ed was employed in the service department at Remington Arms Company, Ilion, for over 35 years, retiring in 1979. He was a…

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                                                                                                                                                                            • Elizabeth J. Cinningham

                                                                                                                                                                              Elizabeth J. Cunningham, 83, of River Road, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, September 13, 2008, at St. Mary's Hospital in Amsterdam. She was born July 15, 1925, in Chestertown, daughter of the late Roscoe and Elizabeth (Alford) Cunningham. She was a lifelong operator and supervisor of the telephone company. Survivors include her brother, Dr. Charles L. Cunningham and his wife, Ila, of Illinois; her nephew, John Cunningham and his wife, Heather, of Illinois; her nieces, Sue Cary and her husband,…

                                                                                                                                                                              • Elizabeth “Betty’ J. McCumber

                                                                                                                                                                                A memorial service for Elizabeth “Betty’ J. McCumber will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 20 at the Frankfort United Methodist Church with Rev. Robert Wollaber, pastor, officiating. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to the Neighborhood Center of Utica. Envelopes will be available at the memorial service or the funeral home. All arrangements are entrusted to Applegate-Day and Enea Family Funeral Home, 102 West St., Ilion (895-7722).

                                                                                                                                                                                • Elliott, Nancy H.

                                                                                                                                                                                  PLATTSBURGH -- Nancy H. Elliott, 71, of Plattsburgh, passed away peacefully Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at Evergreen Valley Nursing Home. She was born in New Brunswick, N.J., Oct. 26, 1936, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Labone and later adopted by Salvatore and Nancy Dorsi., She was predeceased by her first husband, Kenneth Willig; and later her second husband, Richard Elliott; two brothers, Cliff Labone, Fred C. Nady; and one sister, Betty Labone., Nancy worked for many years as a security guard for…

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Emrich, Sherry Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                    and puppies are welcome. Donations in Sherry's name may be made to Camp Good Days &Special Times, Inc. or Greyhound Adoptions of Greater Rochester, Inc.

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Evanchak, Maxwell Gary

                                                                                                                                                                                      July 21, 2008 Maxwell Gary Evanchak, formerly of Syracuse, NY, lost his battle with diabetes on July 21, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; sons, Jeff (Rhonda) and Mike (Sherri); daughter, Tricia; stepdaughters, Toni and Tracy; mother, Vonda Evanchak; mother-in-law, Ethel Terrasso; nine grandchildren; brothers, Floyd, Tim (Lynne) and Danny (Jenny); sister, Tina; brother-in-law, Andy (Patricia); and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be 4 p.m. Saturday, September 27, at Howlett Hill…

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                                                                                                                                                                                          • Fischer, Marjorie

                                                                                                                                                                                            Harmon Home for Funerals, 571 Forest Ave, West Brighton Monday 10 A.M. Entombment Moravian Cemetery. Friends will be received Saturday 7-9 P.M. and Sunday 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

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                                                                                                                                                                                              • Foote, Mabel

                                                                                                                                                                                                will be held on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at 11:00 AM at the United Church of Oxford. Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery, Oxford. Friends may call at the Behe Funeral Home, 21 Main St., Oxford on Monday from 3-5 and 7-9 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Oxford Fire Department Emergency Squad or the United Church of Oxford.

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Foster, Rose Dolores

                                                                                                                                                                                                  FOSTER, Rose Dolores nee:Durante Age 66, of Elmira died Sunday, September 14, 2008 unexpectedly. She is survived by daughter, Ellen Nichols, OK; sisters and brothers, Rita Durante, Horseheads, Anthony Durante, Elmira, Caroline Bubacz, TX, Francis Durante, Elmira, Albert Durante, Corning, Raymond Durante, Elmira; 3 Grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins; pre-deceased by son, Mark Travis; parents Grace and Carlo Durante; Uncle, Jerry Lombardi. Rose was a communicant of St. Casimir's Church.…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Frank, Charles "Bill"

                                                                                                                                                                                                    August 11, 2008 Memorial services for "Bill" Frank, 91, of Marietta, will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at Fairmount Community Church. Contributions: Fairmount Community Church, UCC, 4801 W. Genesee St., Syracuse, 13219. Arrangements by B.L. Bush & Sons, Inc. Camillus. Please sign his guest book at www.BLBUSH.com. B.L. BUSH & SONS, INC.

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Franz, Thomas

                                                                                                                                                                                                      Thomas Franz of Bulls Head on September 19, 2008. Beloved husband of Ginny. Devoted father of Joanne and Paul Hughes and Thomas and Robert Franz. Cherished grandfather of Christopher and Matthew. Loving brother of Cookie Messina and Jimmy Franz. Reposing at Colonial Funeral Home, 2819 Hylan Blvd., corner of Tysens Lane. Friends may call Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 9:15 A.M. St. Charles Church. Interment Moravian Cemetery. www.colonialfuneralhomesi.com…

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Fuller, Olin E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        KEESEVILLE -- Olin E. "Bud" Fuller, 77, of the Port Douglas Road, Keeseville, died unexpectedly, Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008. He was born in Lake George, Oct. 31, 1930, the son of Oland A. and Theresa (Varnum) Fuller., Bud worked as a truck driver and a milkman before being elected as the highway superintendent in the Town of Chesterfield. He served in that capacity for 24 years, retiring in 1988. He subsequently served two terms as a Town Councilman in the Town of Chesterfield. For the last 20…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Galbo, Pattie (Gwinner)

                                                                                                                                                                                                            GALBO, Pattie (Gwinner) - You left us three years ago in tears and sorrow. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.MOM AND FAMILY,

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Gambino, Joseph

                                                                                                                                                                                                              may call Tuesday 2-4, 7-9 PM at the Rector-Hicks Funeral Home, 111 Main St. in Geneseo where Funeral Services will be held Wednesday at 10 AM. Burial St. Mary's Cemetery, Geneseo. Memorials to the family. rector-hicksfuneralhome.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Gardina, Vincenetta (Giordano)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                GARDINA - Vincenetta (nee Giordano)September 20, 2008, of Hamburg, formerly of Lackawanna, NY, beloved wife of the late Thomas; dearest mother of Linda and Cheryl (John) Morrisey; cherished grandmother of Thomas and Meghan; daughter of the late Antonio and Ripalda (nee Giampaolo) Giordano; sister of Michael (Catherine), Carmella (John) DiAngelo, Pat (Mary) and the late Florence (late Sam) Butera, Lucy (late Dominic) Russo, Mary Josephine (David) Novoa; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Services from…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Gardner, Rose Mary

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  New Paltz, NY Rose Mary Gardner, age 81, of New Paltz, NY, died Friday, September 19, 2008 at home. Mrs. Gardner was born November 7, 1926 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of the late Frederick and the late Margaret (Schwartz) Simmons. She married Guy M. Gardner on September 28, 1952 in New Paltz, NY. She has lived in New Paltz since 1950. Rose was a member of the Reformed Church of New Paltz, where she has served as a deacon; the American Legion Auxiliary; Ladies Guild member and past president. She was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Gasparrini, Helen G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Gatto, Steven A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Gatto, Steven A. Rochester/Bristol: Age 84. Predeceased by his parents Anthony &Santa Gatto and his sister Carrie Trovato. Survived by his nieces Linda (Len) Weise, and Judi Trovato; also 1 great-nephew, 1 great-niece, and great-great nephews and nieces. Steve was a US Navy WWII veteran. He worked at the University Club and the UofR Faculty Club. Memorial calling hours TUESDAY 6-8 pm at the Falvo Funeral Home Inc., 1395 N. Goodman St. On WEDNESDAY family and friends are asked to go directly to St.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Gawron, Marian C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        GAWRON - Marian C. Suddenly, August 27, 2008, of Buffalo, NY and Lighthouse Point, FL, lifelong companion of the late John H. McGovern; survived by cousins, nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, September 27 at 12 noon in St. Bernadettes Church, Orchard Park.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Genecco, Francis R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          may call Monday from 2-4 and 6-9 at Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home, Inc. 47 N. Main St., Canandaigua. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday at 10:00 AM at St. Mary's Church, 95 N. Main St., Canandaigua. Entombment will be in White Haven Memorial Park, Perinton. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre-Emption Rd., Geneva, NY 14456, St. Vincent dePaul Society, 95 N. Main St., Canandaigua, NY 14424 or St. Mary's School, 16 Gibson St., Canandaigua, NY…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Gerald, Lloyd C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              September 16, 2008 Lloyd Gerald, 76, of Rosedale, MD, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday. Visitation at 2140 N. Fulton Ave., Baltimore, on Monday from 2 to 6 p.m. The family will receive friends on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at City Temple of Baltimore Baptist Church, 1317 Dolphin Street, with funeral service to follow at 11 a.m.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Goal, John R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Noon Monday at Gang Memorial Chapel. Burial with military honors in St. Mary's Cemetery, Dewitt. Calling hours are 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, 104 Fordham Rd. at Teall Ave. Contributions to the General Post Fund 1524 at Veterans Hospital, 800 Irving Ave., Syracuse, NY 13210. Gang Memorial Chapel

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Gray, Julia

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      GRAY - Julia September 16, 2008. Friends may call Monday, 12-5 PM at H. ALFRED LEWIS MORTUARY INC., 968 Jefferson. Family will be present Tuesday 11 AM at Mt. Olive Baptist Church. 701 East Delevan where funeral services will follow at 12 Noon.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Greenwood, Audrey G. (Gates)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be present to receive friends Sunday 1-5 PM at the (Hamburg Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME INC., 5453 Southwestern Blvd. (corner of Rogers Rd), 646-5555. where funeral services will be held Monday morning at 9:30. Interment in Forest Ave. Cemetery, Angola, NY.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Grenstad, Doris I.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          DORIS I. GRENSTAD, 81, of 2 Forbes Road, Massena, N.Y., and formerly of Malone, N.Y., died Thursday morning, Sept. 18, 2008, at the Massena Memorial Hospital in Massena, N.Y. She had been a patient since September 11., She was born in Cobleskill, N.Y., Feb. 10, 1927, the daughter of the late Harold and Marguerite Griffin Johns., There are no calling hours. A Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the Cappiello-McKenzie and Cosgrove Funeral Home Chapel, in Fort Covington, N.Y., with the Rev.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Griswold, Irving E. "Irv"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Griswold, Irving E. "Irv" Honeoye/New Smyrna Beach: August 29, 2008, at age 76. Predeceased by son Thomas in 1980. Survived by wife Jeanette Griswold of Florida. Children; Ronald (Maureen) Griswold of Perry, David Griswold of St. Augustine, FL, Darlene (Stacey) Cratsley of Concord NC, Dennis Griswold and Debbie Phillips both of Florida. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, September 26, 2008, from 11am - 12noon at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 8796 Briggs Street, Honeoye,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Gruszynski, Walter

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              GRUSZYNSKI - Walter August 23, 2008. Private Services. Arrangements by BEACH-TUYN FUNERAL HOME INC.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Guadagnino, Betty Ann (Phillips)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Guadagnino, Betty Ann (Phillips) Webster: Friday, September 19, 2008. Predeceased by her husband, Samuel L. Guadagnino; her parents, Frederick E. Sr. and Sarah E. (Barlow) Phillips; brother, Frederick E. Phillip Jr. and sister , Donna Mae Phillips. She is survived by her brother, Ronald (Carroll) Phillips of Canandaigua, NY; sister, Bonita (Daniel) Manion of Fruitland, FL; many nieces and nephews. Betty was an employee of the Rochester City School Dist. for 30 years, a member of American Legion Auxiliary…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Guter, Frank

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  9:30 a.m. Monday in SS Peter & Paul Church, Auburn. Burial in Soule Cemetery. There are no calling hours. Contributions: SS Peter & Paul Church. PLIS FUNERAL HOME INC. AUBURN

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Guzowski, Walter A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    s convenience. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to BARBARA FALOWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 300 SW 6th Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL., 33315. (954-462-4262).,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Gwilt, Elizabeth J. "Betty"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      September 20, 2008 Elizabeth J. "Betty" Gwilt, 84, formerly of the Valley, Camillus, and most recently, a resident of the Bernadine Apartments, Syracuse, passed away on Saturday at Van Duyn Home & Hospital. Betty was a lifetime resident of Syracuse. She was a graduate of Onondaga Valley Academy and Central City Business Institute. Betty had a long and productive life as a mother and homemaker and as a valued employee. In her younger years, she worked at Syracuse University and then in Albany…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Habitzruther, Barbara

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be present from 2-5 PM.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Halligan, Lillian Z. (Czajka)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          of Gates Library, Fund Development Committee, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Hanley, Hazel Swank

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            August 26, 2008 Hazel Swank Hanley, 93, of Bellevue Ave., Syracuse, died of natural causes on August 26, 2008, at her home. Hazel was born in Victory, NY, of Hamlin and Florence Sabin Bacon. She graduated from Highland Park High, Detroit, MI, in1932. She met and married her first husband, moved to Syracuse and co-founded Wally B. Swank, Inc. She was a member of Plymouth Congregational Church for over 60 years and taught Sunday school there. Twice widowed, Hazel was preceded in death by Wally in 1968 and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Hanley, Cherub Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              HANLEY - Cherub Ann September 19, 2008, dear mother of Shawn and Sarah Bridget Hanley; loving daughter of Jacqueline (Bruce) Hanley and the late Hugh Hanley, Jr.; sister of Hugh P. (Laura) Hanley, III, Michael P. (Cheryl) Hanley and Patrick B. (Colleen) Hanley; survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Sunday and Monday from 5-8 PM at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME, 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY. Services will be held on Tuesday at 8:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Gregory the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Hanna Sr., William J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                HANNA - William J., Sr. September 19, 2008, of Hamburg, NY, beloved husband of Marilyn K. (nee Oring); dearest father of Coleen Hanna, Mark and Bill, Jr. (Robin); loving grandfather of Nichole and great-grandfather of Tyler; son of the late William J. and Theresa (nee Finnegan) Hanna; brother of Eileen (late Richard) Grinder, Mary Alice (late Stanley) Schwed and the late Leroy (late Harriet), Helen (late Thomas) Cha, Margaret (late John) Fitzery and Jeanne (late Aldo) Celotto; also survived by nieces and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Harris, Edythe T. (Westphal)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  HARRIS - Edythe T. (Westphal) Orchard Park, September 15, 2008, age 91; wife of the late Glenn Harris; mother of Ralph (Cheryl), Paul, and Joan Harris (Ed Sarath); grandmother of Kelly, Brian and David Harris. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice Buffalo.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Heier, Geraldine

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Geraldine Heier of Fort Myers, Fla. Geraldine Heier, CNA, 87, of Fort Myers, Fla., passed away Sept. 15, 2008. A resident of Fort Myers for over 30 years, she was born in Binghamton, N.Y. to Elmer and Bessie Brown. She lived in Great Bend, Pa. most of her life and enjoyed working at Reddon's. She obtained her CNA license in Florida and enjoyed working at the local hospital. She is survived by one daughter, Carol Heier, Fort Myers; and a very helpful caregiver, Don Weir. She was predeceased by her…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Henley, Robert Frank

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      and family may call Monday from 7-9 PM, Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Taylor and Reynolds Funeral Home, corner of Transit and Niagara Streets, where the funeral will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday. Interment will be in Cold Springs Cemetery. Visit www.legacy.com/lockportjournal for on-line guest register.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Herr-Gesell, Robert E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            may call Wednesday from 4-7 at Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home, Inc. 2 South Ave., Bloomfield. His Funeral Service will be held Thursday at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Interment will be in East Bloomfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the East Bloomfield Historical Society, South Ave., East Bloomfield, NY 14443.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Hilberer, James Francis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Hilberer, James Francis Venice, FL: August 27, 1948-September 6, 2008. Age 60, of Venice, FL and Penn Yann, NY. Preceded in death by brother, John. Survivors, wife, Deborah; step-son, Cory Molzahn; step-daughter, Amanda (Jason) Beal; parents, Clement and Jeanette; brother, Thomas (Pattie); sister, Carol (Jim) Gargana; sister-in-law, Pamela Kelly; beloved nieces and nephews. Donations to D.A.V., P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH, 45250-0301.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Hinman, Lois J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  HINMAN, Lois J. Age 85, of Potter Brook, PA, formerly of Galeton, PA, died Friday, September 19, 2008. Born September 16, 1923, in Galeton, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Josephine (Matteson) Gordnier. She was a graduate of Galeton High School. She was married to Frank B. Hinman, who survives. Lois was a homemaker and a member of the Pine Creek Valley United Methodist Church. She greatly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband of 62 years, Frank B. Hinman,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Hoffman, Karen A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Hoffman, Karen A. (Walsh) Greece: Died peacefully at home on Saturday, September 20, 2008, after a courageous, odds-defying battle with cancer. She left this earth as she lived on it - with grace, dignity, class, and on her own terms. She is pre-deceased by mother, Helen (Fleming) Walsh; father, Vincent Walsh; stepfather, Robert Garrett and niece Rachel (Walsh) Mears. Survived by her loving family - husband, Kenneth Hoffman; son, Craig Hoffman and daughter-in-law, Susanne (Moutrie) Hoffman; son, Kirk…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Holly, Richard M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Richard M. Holly of Endicott A memorial service for Richard M. Holly will be held 2:00 p.m., Sunday at the Central United Methodist Church. The Rev. Douglas Clark, Pastor of the church, will officiate. The Rev. Kenneth Wood, former Pastor, The Rev. Thomas Hester, a good friend, and Jan Clark will participate. The family will receive friends 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Sunday at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Memorial Fund of the Central United Methodist Church, 17 Nanticoke Ave.,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Horsman, Margaret E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        September 18, 2008 Margaret E. Horsman, 91, of West Monroe, died September 18 at the Jewish Home of CNY. She was a native of Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada and resided in West Monroe for 38 years. Margaret was employed as an executive secretary for Cambridge Fil-ter, retiring in 1982 after 12 years of service. Her husband of 60 years, Herman L., died in July of 2004. Surviving are several brothers and sisters in Canada. Services will be at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Hoskins, Florence R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          WILLSBORO, N.Y. -- Florence R. Hoskins, 80, died Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008, after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Willsboro Aug. 3, 1928, the daughter of Henry and Rose (Cooley) Cross., Florence graduated from Willsboro Central School in 1947 and went on to graduate from Albany Business College. She was the deposit operations manager for the Champlain National Bank at the time of her retirement in 1990. She was very active member of the Willsboro United Church of Christ where she helped…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Houck, Barbara

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Houck, Barbara Fairport: September 15, 2008. Predeceased by husband, Randy. She is survived by 1 daughter, Jennifer (Stephen) Takatch; 1 son, Christian (Lynne Kalina); 1 grandson, Samuel Houck; a niece and 4 nephews. Memorial Service at a time to be announced. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Pluta Cancer Center, 125 Red Creek Dr., Rochester, NY 14623. Arrangements by the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Hueitt, Meredith

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              HUEITT - Meredith September 17, 2008, beloved son of Janeva Tabb; brother of Avery (Shirley) Tabb, Levora Rodgers, Calvin (Liz) Rodgers and Keith Hueitt. Visitation on Monday at 10:30 AM in Forest Lawn Chapel, where funeral services will follow at 11 AM. Arrangements by VANDERCHER &DICK FUNERAL HOME.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • JOHN EDWARD WALLIN, SR.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                John Edward Wallin, Sr., 78, passed away early Sunday morning (Sept. 14, 2008) at his daughter’s residence in Madisonville, La. “He was a friend to all he met; a person of whom it was an honor to know.” Wallin was a retired insurance agent, a native of Hornell, a resident of Baton Rouge, La., as well as a U.S. Air Force veteran. He was a member of Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He is survived by three daughters, Mary Lenore Milla and husband, David; Marcella…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Jacobs, Ellen B. "Momsie" (Patterson)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  may call on Saturday from 2–4 and 7–9 PM at the M.J.COLUCCI and SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, September 21st at 2:00 PM at the Tuscarora Baptist Church, 2088 Mt. Hope Road, Sanborn, NY, with Rev. Walter Printup officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH. Rev. Printup will also conduct a service on Friday at 8 PM at the funeral chapel. Interment in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Lewiston, NY.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • James K. Brundage

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • John F. Hillman

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      John F. Hillman, 74, of 35 Glen Ave., died unexpectedly Thursday morning (Sept. 18, 2008) at his home, following a long illness. A native and life resident of Hornell, he was born Jan. 18, 1934, and was the son of Robert and Rose (McCarthy) Hillman. John was a graduate of Hornell High School (Class of 1952) and later served in the United States Army. He was employed for nearly 40 years at the former Erie Railroad, Erie Lackawanna Railroad and Conrail, retiring in 1993 as a brakeman. He was a member of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Johnson, Mabel E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        . A private Graveside Memorial will be held at a later date.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Joseph Amoroso

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Joseph Amoroso, age 93, formerly of Bath, NY, died at home on September 17, 2008 in Honeoye Falls, NY. He was born in Brooklyn, NY to Joseph and Angela Amoroso on October 24, 1914. Joseph resided in Bath for many years, while here he was a member of the Bath Elks Lodge, and former member of St. Mary’s Church. He was also an Army Veteran, serving his country in WWII, he was later employed at the Bath Veterans Administration Medical Center where he retired in the late 1970’s. Joseph will be remembered as…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Joseph F. Campione

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Julian, Lucia

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Lucia Julian September 15, 2008 Infant daughter Lucia Julian passed away Monday at Crouse Hospital. Surviving are her parents, Albert and Kimberly Julian of Syracuse; brother, Giovanni Julian; paternal grand- parents, John Julian and Louanne (Frank) Caputo; maternal grandparents, Debbie Michalak and Edward (Janice) Michalak; paternal great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Julian; maternal great-grandparents, Red (Ginny) Schill; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Monday in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Kelly, Arlyne

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Private. Contributions to Billing MT Hospice, Box 35033, Billings, MT 59101.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Kelly, Arlyne

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Kelly, Joan D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Kelly, Karen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Bedell-Pizzo Funeral Home, 7447 Amboy Rd. on Monday September 22nd at 9 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial St. Thomas the Apostle RC Church 9:45 A.M. Private cremation to follow. Friends may visit Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Karen's name to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society would be appreciated. Bedell-Pizzo Funeral Home Family Owned & Operated since 1841 www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Kimball, Rollin C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        September 18, 2008 Rollin C. Kimball, 88, of Fulton, died Thursday at Lee Memorial Hospital in Fulton. Born in Binghamton, he was a 63-year resident of the Fulton area. Rollin retired from Nestle Co. in 1982 after many years as a cost accountant. Rollin was an Army veteran serving during WWII as part of Darby's Rangers serving in Italy, Sicily and Africa. Rollin received the Purple Heart for injuries he sustained during action in Sicily. He was a member of the First United Church of Fulton. Rollin was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Kincade, Arthur C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          September 10, 2008 Arthur C. Kincade, 88, of Canandaigua, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2008, at FF Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua after a brief illness. Mr. Kincade was born in Buffalo and raised in Syracuse. He went to Purdue University, where he graduated from the School of Pharmacy. In 1942, Mr. Kincade joined the U.S. Navy and became a naval aviator until he ended his commission in 1963. He married Leona Updike in 1947, and they had four children. Mrs. Kincade passed away in 1994 in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Kirchner, Dorothy Whittemore

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Kolano, Joseph F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Joseph F. Kolano, 75 years old, of Lewiston, died Saturday, September 20, 2008, while under the care of Niagara Hospice, Inc., in Lockport. He was born in Niagara Falls on July 15, 1933, the son of the late Joseph and Jessie (Radomski) Kolano.Mr. Kolano attended Our Lady of the Rosary Parochial School and graduated from the former Bishop Duffy High School in 1951. He served with the United States Army from 1953 until his honorable discharge in 1956. Mr. Kolano worked as a bricklayer for 22 years at Globe…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Kosier, Truman "Joe"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                KOSIER, "Joe" Truman "Joe" Truman Kosier died September 6, 2008 in Chapel Hill, NC. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Kaye Kosier; five children, one brother and one sister. Military graveside services are scheduled for October 17 at 2 p.m. in the Culpepper National Cemetery in Culpepper, VA.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Kowalski, John C. "Jan"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  September 16, 2008 John "Jan" C. Kowalski, 53, of North Syracuse, passed away September 16, 2008, at home with his family by his side. He will be remembered for his love of and pride in his family, his loyalty to S.U. basketball and lacrosse, and his skill as a landscaper. He was employed by Landmasters Group of Cicero. He was predeceased by his father, Stanley Kowalski. He is survived by his mother, Helen Kowalski; his wife, Pamela S. Pastella-Kowalski; five daughters, Nikki Kowalski, Randi…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Kowalski, Irene

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Krom, Jonathan "Lonnie"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Formerly of Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY Jonathan "Lonnie" Krom of Wellington, NV, formerly of Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY, died Thursday, September 18, 2008. He was 57. He was the son of George R. Krom, Jr. of Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY and the late Greta Rhoades of New Windsor, NY. He is survived by his wife, Averlie; mother-in-law, Hazel Kennedy; stepchildren, Jeff and Amber Irving; his siblings, George R. Krom, III of Cornwall, NY, Kathi Krom and Derek Krom of Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY, and their spouses. Lon…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • LOLETA L. ‘JAKE’ STRONG

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • LaBarre, Bruce H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          ELLENBURG -- Bruce H. LaBarre, 88, of Star Road, Ellenburg, died Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at CVPH Medical Center, Plattsburgh, N.Y., Born in Ellenburg, N.Y., June 16, 1920, he was the son of Henry and Lena (Robideau) LaBarre., He was married to Hazel Titus Aug. 12, 1940, in St. Patrick's Church, Chateaugay by Rev. McClure., In his early years, Bruce worked as a farmer, milk hauler, miner and potato farmer. For many years, he enjoyed hauling Christmas trees to the Albany region and wholesale potatoes he…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Labarre, Bruce H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            BRUCE H. LABARRE, 88, of Star Road, Ellenburg, died Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at CVPH Medical Center, Plattsburgh, N.Y., He was born in Ellenburg, N.Y., June 16, 1920, the son of Henry and Lena (Robideau) LaBarre., hours will be held at the Chateaugay Funeral Home Monday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will follow at 1 p.m. in St. Edmund's Church with Rev. Gilbert Menard officiating., A full obituary will be published at a later date.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Lang II, John Francis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Lawler, Joseph L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                LAWLER - Joseph L. Of Penn Yan, NY, age 90, passed away September 10, 2008 after a short illness. Born on June 23, 1918 in Flint, MI. Founder of Western NY Barrel &Drum Company; sold the business and retired in 1985 after running the business for nearly 45 years. Joseph joined in the U.S. Army during WWII as Sgt. Major on the African and Italian Campaigns. Life Member, Exhalted Ruler and District Deputy of the Elks Club (Lodge 860), and a member of the American Legion and V.F.W. Predeceased by his…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Lehner, Norma J. (Andriatch)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  LEHNER - Norma J. (Andriatch)September 19, 2008, of Clarence, NY, beloved mother of Thomas R. Lehner (Jean Jackson) of Boulder, CO, James M. (Virginia) Lehner of Buffalo, NY and Gerald P. (late Robin) Lehner of Lawrenceville, GA; sister of the late Nicholas D. (Wilma) Andriatch of Baldwinsville, NY and the late Joan Scott; grandmother of Eric, Brian, James and Lisa. A memorial service will be Friday, September 26, 11 AM at SHEPARD BROS. FUNERAL HOME, 10690 Main St., Clarence. Flowers gratefully declined.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Lerczak, Stella

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    LERCZAK - Stella Entered into rest September 16, 2008 at Orchard Manor in Medina. Born April 30, 1925 in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of Michael and Carolyn (Struzik) Starczyewski. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Arthur Lerczak; beloved mother of Arthur (Norine) Lerczak of Pennsylvania, Deborah (Gary) Cooper of Lockport, Jamie (Pam) Lerczak of North Carolina, Christine (Curt) Salt of Middleport, Michael Lerczak of Florida, Renee (David) Dugway of Connecticut and the late Francine Marinaccio…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Leschuk, Basil "Bill"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Lester, Stella W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Lester, Stella W. Greece: On September 18, 2008. Predeceased by her husband, Edward A. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Petersheim; 2 granddaughters, Jennifer &Lindsey; nephew, Gary Romaniw. Retiree of Eastman Kodak. Funeral Service &Interment at convenience of family. Arr. by ARNDT FUNERAL HOME.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lewis, Carol Jane

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Carol Jane Lewis, 85, of Medina, formerly of Lyndonville, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2008 at the Orchard Manor Nursing Home. Born on February 14, 1923, in Medina, she was the daughter of the late John and Alice (Schulyer) Waterson. Carol was raised in Medina and attended Medina schools. She was employed as a nurse’s assistant at the Medina Hospital and later retired from Lyndonville High School Cafeteria. In her spare time she enjoyed crocheting and knitting.She is survived by three daughters,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Lill, Sister Clara Mae

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Lill, Sister Clara Mae R.C. East Bank, W. VA: Sister Clara Mae Lill, passed away July 23, 2008, at the Resurrection Life Center Hospice in Chicago, IL. She was a member of the Congregation O.L. of the Cenacle since 1952. Clara Mae was born in Rochester, NY, the daughter of the late J. Lloyd and Lucille Vogt Lill. She ministered at the Rochester Cenacle for 12 years. 10 years in Tewksbury, MA, and at Good Shepherd Mission in East Bank, W. VA, for the last 27 years. Besides the Community of Good Shepherd…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Linfoot, Ruth L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            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

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Loleta L. "Jake" Strong

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Longenberger, Janet

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, September 22, followed by Funeral and Committal Services there Monday at 8:00 p.m. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Low Jr., William Hunter

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Lynch, Edward J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Lysarz, Anthony

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      LYSARZ - Anthony F.September 12, 2008; beloved husband of Rose Marie (Jankiewicz); dear father of Darlene Lysarz and Rose Ann (Bill) Zywiak; loving grandfather of Ryan Lysarz; dear brother of Raymond (Irene) and Marion Childers; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held privately. Mr. Lysarz was retired from General Motors Tonawanda. Donations to the Assumption Church Preservation Fund are preferred. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by the KOLANO FUNERAL HOME.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • MARGARET E. DOTY

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Margaret E. Doty, 93, of Main Street, passed away peacefully Sunday (Sept. 14, 2008) at the home of her son, Raymond Doty, in Portville. Margaret was born Oct. 25, 1914 in Mifflinburg, Pa. to Charles and Grace (Furman) Newbury. On Feb. 24, 1933 in Whitesville she married Francis C. “Shorty” Doty, who predeceased her in May of 1988. She was also predeceased by four brothers, William, Walter and Jesse Newbury and Arthur Burd; four sisters, Florence Kramarik, Violet Buddinger, Alberta Bartle and Winona…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Mack, Frank J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          MACK - Frank J. Of Tonawanda Twp, NY, September 19, 2008, husband of the late Marie Scoppechio Mack; dear father of Judith (JonAhYou) Mack of Anchorage, AK, James Mack and the late Joseph and Joyce Mack; also survived by four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; brother of the late Stella (Joseph) Raimondo and Carmen Mack. Friends may call at D. LAWRENCE GINNANE FUNERAL HOME, 3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, Sunday 4-8 PM where funeral will be held Monday at 10. Mass of Christian Burial from St. Andrews…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Madeline R. Tinkler

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Madeline R. Tinkler, 92, formerly of State Route 5S, Little Falls (town of Danube), and since October 2004 a resident of the St. Johnsville Nursing Home, passed away Monday evening, September 15, 2008, at that residence. She was born on February 18, 1916, in Ilion, the daughter of the late Vincent and Magdalena (Heintz) Leonard. She was a graduate of Ilion High School and attended the Albany School of Nursing. She was united in marriage to her husband of 47 years, Reed E. Tinkler, on February 5, 1935, at…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Malone, Michelle Anne

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Manchester, Robert

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                MANCHESTER, Robert H. Life Long Member of the Southport Community "Bob", Age 85, of Manchester Rd., Pine City, NY, passed away Wednesday, September 17th, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Bob is survived by his beloved wife, friend, and companion of 60 years, Donna Grinnell Manchester; along with children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister, nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Funeral and committal services will take place in the Webb Mills United Methodist Church on Sunday,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Mangel, Robert S. "Bob"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  may call on Sunday from 4–7 PM at the M.J.COLUCCI and SON FUNERAL CHAPEL, 468-19th Street, Niagara Falls, NY, where services will be held at 7 PM, with Rev. Patrick Fleming officiating. Interment at the convenience of the family in Oakwood Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. Flowers are graciously declined. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the S.P.C.A., 2100 Lockport Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14304.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line guest register.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Margaret B. Dunham

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Mason, Muriel Anita Jones

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      MASON, Muriel Anita Jones Born on May 30, 1966 in Elmira, NY, and passed away September 17, 2008. She retired from the US Navy following 20 years of service. She is survived by her husband, Jeffrey A. Mason; mother, Sharon E. Jones; and a host of relatives and friends. Memorial Services will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at Hardage Giddens Chapel Hill Funeral Home, 850 St. Johns Bluff Rd., Jacksonville, FL, and in Elmira, NY on October 11, 2008 at the Monumental Baptist Church, 310 E.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Matthews, Charles T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Mazierski, Richard W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          MAZIERSKI - Richard W. August 24, 2008, brother of Sister Mary Janet, CSSF. All are invited to attend a Memorial Mass, Saturday, September 27 at 11 AM at the Felician Sisters Health &Wellness Center Chapel (use Pine Ridge Rd. entrance). Memorials may be made to Villa Maria Convent.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • McLaughlin, Thomas

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            September 18, 2008 Thomas McLaughlin, 91, of 219 Park Lane, North Syracuse, NY, died peacefully Thursday at home. Born in Toronto, Canada, he was the son of the late Joseph and the late Mary (Cavanaugh) McLaughlin. He was a 60-year resident of North Syracuse and employed by Sears & Roebuck, Syracuse. He was a career salesman in the automotive department and a communicant of St. Rose of Lima Church. He was a veteran of WW II. Survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Gail (Ladd) McLaughlin; his children,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Meehan, Eleanor

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              September 18, 2008 Eleanor Meehan, 86, of North Syracuse, NY, died Thursday in Iroquois NH, Jamesville, NY. Born in Syracuse, NY, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and the late Alice Morgan. Eleanor attended Normal School in 1942 and graduated fromSyracuse University in 1943 with a degree in education. She first taught at Lakeside Elementary and then at Washington Irving. She spent most of her 35 years of teaching at Webster School as a first-grade teacher. Eleanor also loved playing the organ and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Meredith Sr., Charlie E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Merritt, George F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Merritt, George F. Scottsville: September 19, 2008 at age 78. Survived by his loving wife of 54 years Elizabeth Anne; children, Holly Merritt-Teed, Davy (Mary Ann), George (Jocelyn), Andy (Christine), Sally (Jon) Braciak; brother, Edward (Nancy); sister-in-law, Ronalee Merritt; 8 grandchildren; great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Family &friends may call at the J.H. Cameron Funeral Home, 26 Rochester St. Scottsville, on Monday from 4-7 PM. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday at 10AM…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Mesmer, Carol M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    MESMER - Carol M. Age 64, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2008 after a long illness. She is survived by her brother, Anthony Mesmer and wife, Shirley, her sisters, Beverly Vespucci and husband, Brian, and Marilyn Leffers and husband, John. She was laid to rest in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Rowlett, TX.,


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Metz, Marguerite J. (White)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    METZ - Marguerite J. (White)September 18, 2008; beloved wife of Gerard J. Metz; loving mother of James (Marianne) Metz and the late Mary Margaret Schram; grandmother of Laurie (Thomas) Crawford, David (Pauline) Pellegrino, Leslie (John) Peck, Jeffrey (Amy) and Mark (Jane) Metz; great-grandmother of 12. Friends may call Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at The DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, where services will be held Monday at 9 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM at…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Michael, Joseph

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Michael, Joseph Philadelphia, PA: 86, on Tuesday, Sept. 16. He is survived by a son, David Michael of Pittsford; a daughter, Lisa Michael of Palo Alto, CA; 3 grandchildren: Aaron Michael, Blake and Tor Soderstrom.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Mills, Dorothea B. (Munro)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        MILLS - Dorothea B. (nee Munro) Died September 19, 2008, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Beloved wife of the late Wilbur E. Mills; loving mother of Russell (Pamela) Smith, Judith Vishion, John(Toni) Mills, Pamela (Archie) OBryan and Maureen Sands; loving grandmother of Jamie and Shane Smith, Shannon and Joel Fogarty, Stephen (Kristine) Brown, Ryan Vishion, Amanda and Michael Mills, Trenton Wolford, Tiffany(D.J.) VanDewater, Lindsay Wolford, Scott Schimpf,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Montanino, Michael

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Colonial Funeral Home, 2819 Hylan Blvd., corner of Tysens Lane. Visiting hours Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Mass Tuesday 9:45 AM. At Holy Child Church. Interment Moravian Cemetery. www.colonialfuneralhomesi.com www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Nasca, Helen P. (Favata)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            NASCA - Helen P. (nee Favata)September 19, 2008, of Cheektowaga, NY, beloved wife of Carlo P. Nasca; devoted mother of Jeanne (John) Yanik, Anita Nasca and Carol (Ron) Davis; cherished grandmother of Mark (Sue) Yanik, Stephanie, Kimberly, Jordan Davis and the late Scott Yanik; loving sister of Salvatore Favata and the late Ceil McDonald, Libby Favata and Mary LaGreca; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received at the LAKESIDE MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 4199 Lakeshore Rd., (corner of Camp Rd.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Nichols, Gary E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Gary E. Nichols, age 65, of Gasport, entered into rest on Friday, September 19, 2008 at Niagara Hospice House. Born February 20, 1943 in Lockport, he was the son of the late Herbert and Lorraine (Prahler) Nichols. Gary was married to Janice (nee Siracusa), August 6, 1966 at St. Joseph’s R.C. Church in Lockport. They had been married for 42 years. He had worked at Harrison Radiator as an engineer, retiring in 1998 after 37 years. He was a member of St. Mary’s R.C. Church in Gasport for over 37 years,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Nicholson, Alfred E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Nickander, Anna Maria

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  plot at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Directions, On-Line Register Book and Obituary can be found atwww.brunnerfuneralhome.com,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Normalou Beebe Cortright Rowe

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Normalou Beebe Cortright Rowe, born March 5, 1935 to Harold and Helen Moore Beebe, Corning, NY  Predeceased by husbands Welland Cortright and John Rowe. Surviving children: Debra Cortright (Joe) Finch, Fulton, NY, Julie Cortright Kovein, Nashville, TN, Diane Cortright (Doug) Mueller, Ellicott City, MD, Matthew Cortright, Columbia, MD, Timothy Cortright, Jacksonville, NC, Step-son, David (Suzanne) Rowe, Grandson, Daniel Burkey, Cazenovia, NY, Step-Grandchildren: Kim Rowe Schoonover, Tracy Rowe Haines,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • O'Brien, Francis Donald

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      PLATTSBURGH -- Francis Donald "Obie" O'Brien, 81, of Smith Street, died peacefully Sept. 18, 2008, at the Meadowbrook Nursing Home. He was born in Plattsburgh Aug. 2, 1926, to Edward and Elizabeth (Boyle) O'Brien., He was a graduate of St. John's Academy and served as a Seabee in the U.S. Navy. Obie worked for several retail locations in Plattsburgh and retired from Montgomery Ward., Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Loretta (Cross) O'Brien; his sister, Catherine Nason and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • O'Malley, John

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Obuhanych, Helen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          and friends are invited to call Monday, September 22, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 6:15 p.m. with Fr. Jason Kappanadze as celebrant. It was Helen's wish, that her funeral service be private to the family. Interment will take place in Holy Trinity Orthodox Cemetery in Horseheads, NY, at the convenience of the family. Helen's family would like to thank Southern Tier Hospice for the loving care they provided to Helen.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Oliver, Alfred "Shaft"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Oliver, Alfred "Shaft" Rochester: Suddenly, September 13, 2008, at age 24. Forever cherished by his mother, Angel Holmes; brother, Jimmie Lee Reed Jr.; sister, Chivyonne Oliver; grandmothers, Margaret Holmes and Annie Oliver; and a host of aunts, uncles and other relatives. The family will receive friends on Sunday, 7-9 PM at the funeral home. Funeral Service, Monday, 11AM, at New Life Fellowship Church, 330 Wellington Ave. Interment, Falls Cemetery. To share memories or leave the family a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Olmstead, Helen W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              wishing may have Masses offered or donations to the Dimitri House, 102 N. Union St., 14607, in her memory.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Osher, Phillip C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Phillip C. Osher, of North Tonawanda, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, September 17, 2008, at the age of 27, at his residence. Phillip was disabled since birth and he enjoyed his life, family, toys and was loved by all. He attended Aspire of WNY.Beloved son of Mildred Osher and Leonard Horning. Dearest brother of Timothy (Rachelle) Osher of Niagara Falls, NY. Dear grandson of Gertrude Osher of Clarence Center. Also survived by his extended family - aunts, uncles and cousins. No prior visitation.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Pacholski, Lorraine (Fiutak)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  PACHOLSKI - Lorraine (nee Fiutak)September 19, 2008 of Cheektowaga, NY; beloved wife of the late Leon Pacholski; daughter of the late John and Mary (nee Wojciechowski) Fiutak; sister-in-law of Sally Pacholski; survived by two aunts and cousins. Family will be present to receive friends Sunday 2-6 PM at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2510 Union Rd., Cheektowaga (2 blocks south of William St.). A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 10 AM in Resurrection R.C. Church (corner of Union…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Palmiero, Matilda "Millie" (Pazzaglia)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Matilda “Millie” (Pazzaglia) Palmiero, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY, died on Thursday, September 18, 2008 at Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston, NY. Born in Peckville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Dominic and Domenica (Concelli) Pazzaglia.Millie attended school in Peckville, PA. On September 6, 1941, she married James M. Palmiero in Peckville, PA and together they came to Niagara Falls, NY, where she has lived until the present time. Mr. Palmiero predeceased her on March 20, 1997. She was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Panaggio, Michael

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Panaggio, Michael Norman Penfield: Age 74, Mike passed away Sept. 18, 2008, after an extended illness. Predeceased by parents, Angelo &Josephine Panaggio and brother-in-law, Patrick Malley. Survived by beloved wife, Debby Panaggio; beloved father of Michele (Michael) Ippolito, Judith (Michael) Stillwell &Laurie (Jay) Locke; loving "Poppa" of Michael &Cara Stillwell, Samantha &David Locke; also survived by sisters, Mary (Robert) McLane, Rose Panaggio, Ann Gallea &Angela Malley;…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Panetta, Nicolina Concetta Masetta

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Panetta, Nicolina Concetta Masetta Gates: September 18, 2008, at age 84. Predeceased by her husband, Joseph; parents, Josephine & Joseph Masetta; brother, Andrew Masetta. She is survived by her children, Thomas Panetta, Lawrence Panetta and niece, Andria (Charles) Pullaro; brother, Joseph Masetta of Dallas, Texas; sisters-in-law & brothers-in-law; many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. For more information about Nicolina, visit www.aliferemembered.com BARTOLOMEO &PEROTTO Funeral Home,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Pelc, Lottie S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Persico, Domenico

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Petro, William P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Pfahl, Rita S. (Schneider)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                may meet the family at 11 AM Tuesday at St. Pius X Church for her Funeral Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Masses may be offered or contributions may be made to Benedictine Mission House, Christ the King Priory, PO Box 528, Schuyler, NE 68661-0528.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Rabener, Mary (Romano)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  . Arrangements by JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Randolph, John W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    may call at ARNDT FUNERAL HOME, 1118 Long Pond Road (South of Maiden Lane) on Monday, 9-11 AM, followed by Services at 11 AM in funeral home chapel. Interment, Garland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Isaiah House, 71 Prince St., Rochester, NY 14605, in his memory.


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Reed, Elizabeth C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    White Lake, NY Elizabeth C. Reed, a longtime area resident, died on Thursday, September 18, 2008 at Catskill Regional Medical Center. She was 94. She was born March 26, 1914 in Nanuet, NY, the daughter of the late Rudolph and Marie Horak Ellek. She was a retired office clerk at Bloomingdale's Department Store in Manhattan. Elizabeth was a member of St. Joseph's R.C. Church in Mongaup Valley; the Bethel Catholic Club; the Bethelites; Bethel Senior Citizens and the AARP. She was also a volunteer at…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Reed Sr., Harvey J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      REED - Harvey J., Sr. Of Boston, September 19, 2008, husband of Anna (nee Lambert); father of Harvey, Jr. Skip (Trish), Candace (Robert) Dietrich, Sandra (Doug) Grieble, Pamela (John) Jennal, Diane (Roger) Prince, Heidi (James Vorburger) and Kelly Reed; brother of Bernice Moffitt and the late Richard Reed; also survived by nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and his beloved dog Patches. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Marys Church, East Eden, Wednesday at 10 AM.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Richard E. Allen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Richard E. Allen, age 79 of River Rd. South Corning, passed away Wednesday September 17 at his home. Richard was born in Detroit Michigan to Horace Hobson and Ann Tiedeman Allen. Richard married Shirley Force, she passed away in Jan. of 1994. He was a heavy highway carpenter, and was once self employed. He enjoyed scrapping, and liked being around all his friends and family. He was a highly decorated Korean vet, as a parachutist. Richard’s whole world revolved around his sweetheart Shirley He was devoted…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Rieck, Florence (Gardon)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          RIECK - Florence (nee Gardon)September 17, 2008; beloved wife of the late Robert C. Rieck; dearest mother of Robert W. (Patricia) Rieck, Barbara Hails, Glenda (Carl) Stahura, James (Susan) and William (Connie) Rieck; loving grandmother of Jennifer (Joseph) Senger, Brian (Brittany), Craig (Jessica), Caryn, Michael (Amy) Rieck, Tracy Hails, Tammy (Wilson) Joseph, William Rieck, Eric Stahura, Jacquelyn and Caitlin Rieck, Carrie Stahura and great-grandmother of 11; dearest sister of Edward (late Sophie) and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Robbins, Vernon O. "Spike"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            and friends are invited to call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, September 22, 2008, at the Gerald W. Vickery Funeral Home, Inc., 110 West Main Street, Troy, PA. Spike's funeral service will be held at 8 p.m. following calling hours with Reverend Gary Zuber officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in Hillside Cemetery, Big Pond, PA. Send condolences to BestLifeTributes.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Rodriguez, Salustiano

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Rodriguez, Salustiano Miami Beach, FL: September 13, 2008, at age 96. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Trinidad; sons Nestor (Debra) Rodriguez and Raul (Krista) Rodriguez, DDS; grandsons, Stephen (Alicia), Christopher, David and Daniel Rodriguez; and many nieces and nephews. Salus and Trini moved to Florida after retiring from Xerox Corp. in 1981. Donations in his memory may be made to Catholic Family Center.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Rodwell, Gary A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Rodwell, Gary A. Hilton: September 15, 2008. Gary Rodwell, 67. He is survived by his beloved wife Alice (Haus) Rodwell; sisters-in-law, Sally (Mark) Herington and Betty Rodwell; brother-in-law, Arthur (Sandra) Haus; mother-in-law, Jean House; nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, special cousins and friends. No formal services will be held. Those wishing may contributed to Interlakes Oncology, 156 West Ave., Brockport, 14420, in Gary's memory. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Roehrig Jr., Richard W.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Sr. Robert A. Roesler, Sr., of Meiers Corners on September 20, 2008. Beloved husband of Joan (nee Larson). Loving father of Robert A. Jr., Richard A. and Raymond A. Roesler and Linda Caragiulo and father-in-law of Louise and Kathy Roesler and Scott Hodson. Dear brother of William and Arthur. Devoted grandfather of Keri, Richard, Michelle, Cory, Athena and Raymond. Funeral service MATTHEW FUNERAL HOME INC., 2508 VICTORY BLVD. AT WILLOWBROOK RD., on Tuesday 11:30 A.M. Interment Moravian Cemetery. Friends may…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Ross, Beverly J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      for Beverly J. Ross will be held Monday at 1:00 p.m. at the Wm. R. Chase &Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St., Port Dickinson, with William Schock officiating. Burial will be in Vestal Hills Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday from 2-4 p.m.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Rossi, Mario

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Rosten, David Paul

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          , friends &coworkers. Memorial services held 9/24/08 at Riverview Community Church, Kent WA.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Ruettimann, Walter A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            RUETTIMANN - Walter A. September 15, 2008. Beloved husband of Joyce (Moslow) Ruettimann; beloved father of Donna (Dr. Scott) Finley, Diane (David) McCandless, Kenneth (Lauren) and Daniel (Susan) Ruettimann; grandfather of Hannah, Samantha, Megan, Melissa and Kevin; brother of Robert (Marce) Ruettimann and the late Erhardt, Doris (David) March; brother-in-law of Ursula Ruettimann; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held privately. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to the Clarence…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Ruffo, Margaret (Pascale)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Casey Funeral Home, 350 Slosson Ave, Castleton Corners, on Monday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Theresa's Church 9:30 A.M. Interment St. John's Cemetery. Friends will be received Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Rufo, Liberio

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Liberio Rufo. Beloved husband of Irene. Devoted father of Michael, Diane and Philip. Cherished grandfather of five. Arrangements entrusted to McManus Funeral Home, 4601 Avenue N (corner E 46th St.), Brooklyn. Visitation Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Mass Tuesday 9:30 A.M. Mary Queen of Heaven R.C. Church. Interment Cemetery of the Resurrection. In lieu of flowers, donations requested to Calvary Hospital, 150 55th Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11220 and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Ryan, Francis D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Salen, Mary Ellen (Styborski)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    SALEN - Mary Ellen (Styborski)Passed away peacefully at home, September 19, 2008, dear mother of Joseph Fredo; daughter of Katherine (late Leo) Styborski; sister of Leon (Sharon), Marian, Marilyn (Anthony) Carducci; also survived by nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church (3148 Abbott Rd), Orchard Park, Friday 10 AM. Please assemble at church. No prior visitation. Arrangements by JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME, INC.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Sanchez Jr., Pedro "Pete"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Sanchez, Pedro, Jr. "Pete" Rochester: September 14, 2008. Predeceased by his grandmother, Caroline. Survived by his mother, Ruth; fiancée, Bonnie; grandfather, P. Lichard; aunt, Aida (Gordon); uncle, Ray (Laura) &Erik; step-father, Rick; siblings, Jolie, Jeremy, Lamark, Tricks (Tim), Dawn (Donald), Fred, Donna &Nick; children, Scotty, Paulie, Anthony, Dylan, Emily, Dominick; nieces &nephews, Raeanna, Rayray, Kelly, Gia, Baby Donny, Buddah, Lavell, Kevin P. and Deasia. Family and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • San Fillippo, Charles

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        SanFILLIPPO - Charles September 17, 2008. Beloved husband of Josephine; dear father of Sandra; fond grandfather of Jennifer Coleman; brother of Mary (Tony) Cajius, Private services were held. Arrangements by ORLOWSKI-AMHERST FUNERAL HOME (875-0662).,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Sayers, Frieda M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          PLATTSBURGH -- Frieda M. Sayers, 68, of Chantecler Court, Plattsburgh, passed away Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at her home with her family by her side. She was born in Altona, N.Y., Oct. 10, 1939, the daughter of the late Fred and Ruby (West) Burdo., Frieda retired in 2001 from Georgia Pacific after 21 years of service. She enjoyed online games, especially Room Scape and trips to the casino to play slots., Frieda is survived by her husband of 48 years, James Sayers; two children Tana Lynn Sayers and James…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Scalise, Angelina

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Semler, Thomas J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Monday, September 22nd, from 4 to 7 p.m. His funeral service will be held there on Tuesday, September 23rd, at 1 p.m. Committal prayers and interment, with Military Honors, will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Senft Sr., Carl F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                SENFT - Carl F. Sr. September 18, 2008; father of Donna (William) Haenggi, Carl Senft Jr.; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; predeceased by his wife Margaret. Carl owned and operated Senfts Food Shop on Kensington and Bailey. Visitation 11-12:00 noon Monday at the Pine Lawn Cemetery Chapel, Cheektowaga; services will follow at noon. Arrangements by the LIND FUNERAL HOME, Jamestown, NY.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Sharpsteen, Shirley J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sheffer Sr., Bernard W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    SHEFFER - Bernard W., Sr. Of Lancaster, NY, September 20, 2008, beloved husband of Marie (Harber); loving father of Susan, Carole Sheffer-Valair, Bernard Jr. (Lynn), Anne (Allen) Attebery and Mary Jo Sheffer; grandfather of Blaine, Callee, Kate and Jake; brother of Teresa Bishop, Frances Hoffman, Pat Sheffer and the late Marie and Paul Sheffer. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Gabriels R.C. Church, Elma, NY, Tuesday morning at 10:30. No prior visitations. Arrangements by WENDEL &LOECHER, INC.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Sheila E. Abel Loux

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Mrs. Sheila E. Abel Loux, age 60, of Johnstown, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2008 at St. Mary's Hospital, Amsterdam, with her family at her side.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Sheremeta, Dorothy C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Sheremeta, Dorothy C. Greece, NY: On September 11, 2008. Predeceased by her husband, Henry. She is survived by her 3 sons, James (Linda), Robert (Marcia) &Bill (Joan): 5 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; several nieces &nephews. Memorial Mass on Saturday 11 am at St. Charles Borromeo Church (Dewey Ave.). Contributions to your favorite charity in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to ARNDT FUNERAL HOME.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Simeone, Anthony D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          may call at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, 2771 Chili Ave., Tuesday, 2-4, 7-9. Funeral Mass Wednesday, 9:30 at St. Helen's Church, 310 Hinchey Rd. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Simmons, Thomas J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            SIMMONS - Thomas J. Of Blasdell, NY, September 17, 2008, beloved husband of the late Irene Simmons; loving father of Catherine (Robert) Swider, Vanessa (Paul) Rehac; also survived by five grandchildren. Family will be present to receive friends Monday from 4-8 PM at the (Blasdell-Lackawanna Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME INC., 3450 South Park Ave., where prayer service will immediately follow at 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a Veterans organization of your choice.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Skinner, Ruth

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Skinner, Ruth Rochester: Peacefully on Sept. 9, 2008, at the age of 94. Predeceased by husband, Francis. Survived by son, Leon (Terry) and daughter, Gladys (Ernest) Fingland; 9 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. Memorial Service Sept. 27th at 3 PM at Oatka Cemetery, Scottsville, NY.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Snyder, Karl L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                AUSABLE FORKS -- Karl L. Snyder, 59, of New Sweden, passed away at his home 1674 Route 9N AuSable Forks, Sept. 17, 2008, with his loving wife by his side. Karl was born Oct. 22, 1948, the son of the late Leonard R. and Margaret E. (Sharlan) Snyder., Karl married Margaret Hindmarsh Feb. 14, 1970, in Tampa, Fla. Karl enjoyed gardening, woodworking and being with his wife and family. Karl served in the U.S. Air Force from 1968 to 1972. He graduated from Peru Central School in 1968. Karl Worked for James Allen…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Solyak, George

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  will be held on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at Bednarsky Funeral Home, Inc., 96 Glenwood Ave., Binghamton, and at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Spirit Byzantine Catholic Church, 360 Clinton St., Binghamton, where a Divine Liturgy will be celebrated by the Rev. John J. Cigan. Burial will be in Holy Spirit Cemetery. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., where Parastas will be held at 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Holy Spirit Byzantine Catholic Church.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Spiak, Gladys L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    SPIAK, Gladys L. Age 95, formerly of Lowman, NY. Her funeral service was held on Saturday, September 20th, at 10 a.m. in Walter J. Kent Funeral Home. Rev. William Wells officiated. Committal prayers and interment followed in St. Peter &Paul's Cemetery with Rev. Wells offering the committal prayers. Pallbearers were William and Richard Spiak, both her sons; Richie Spiak, Tom Morgan, John Spiak and Justin Munson, all her grandsons.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Splinter, Francis Van

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      EAST GREENBUSH, -- Francis Van Splinter, 83, of East Greenbush, died Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at his residence after a lengthy illness. Born in Patterson, N.J., he had been a resident of the capital region for many years., He began his career as a chemical engineer with Huyck Mills in Rensselaer and then with BASF for many years before retiring. He enlisted at 17 years old in the Army during World War II and was injured at the Battle of Monte Cassino receiving the purple heart and was part of the Hell on…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Stanford, Nelson "Nels"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Stanford, Nelson "Nels" Spencerport: Sunday, September 14, 2008, at age 92 after a short illness, with his wife Avis by his side. He was predeceased by his son, Bruce N. Stanford. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years Avis C. Stanford; daughters, Joyce (Jack) Crooks and Nancy (Thomas) Abbott; grandchildren, Todd and Michael (Tracy) Crooks, Kate and Scott Stanford, Julia, Olivia and Mitchell Abbott; 8 great grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandson; sisters-in-law, Marian (Frank) Horek and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Starr, Irv

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          and family will be welcomed at the home of Eileen and Lynn Bisha, 83 Parkwood Lane, Penfield on Tuesday, from 5-9 PM. For directions or to leave a message of condolence, please visit: www.ParskyLevy.com

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Stevens, Donald Rochester: Sept. 18, 2008. Calling hours on Monday, 7-9 PM at Metropolitan Funeral Chapels, 109 West Avenue. Funeral Service, Tuesday, 11 AM in the chapel. Interment, Detroit, MI.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Stoller, William E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                may call Monday, 7-9 PM at the Alhart Funeral Home, 3068 W. Main St., Caledonia. Funeral Mass Tuesday, 10:30 A.M. at St. Columba Church, Caledonia. Private Interment St. Columba Cemetery.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Supple, Florence (Willis)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  SUPPLE - Florence (nee Willis)September 10, 2008 at Age 99½; beloved wife of the late James Supple; loving mother of Florence Jean (Rick) Supple, Betty (Randall) States, Loa Patricia Todd, James Supple Jr., and the late Chadine Supple; loving grandmother of 12 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Florence had 3 sisters and 1 brother who predeceased her. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 27th at 2 PM at Knox United Presbyterian Church, 2595 Elmwood Ave. (at Kinsey Ave.) Kenmore, NY.,

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Suzanne H. Root, 67, of Murphy Rd., Corning died Thursday, September 18, 2008, at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born September 4, 1941 in Elmira, NY the daughter of Frederic and Alice Herr.  Suzanne and Kenneth L. Root were married on December 21, 1974 in Corning. She was a graduate of CFA and Corning Community College. Suzanne was employed by Corning Inc., and the Corning Painted Post School District.  She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Corning. Suzanne is survived by her…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Taliento Sr., Ralph J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Ralph J. Taliento, Sr. of Tompkinsville on September 18, 2008. Beloved husband of Jane Marie (nee Quinn). Loving father of Louis J. and Ralph J. Taliento, Jr. Dear brother of Marie Viscione. Also survived by five grandchildren. Funeral service Harmon Home for Funerals, 571 Forest Ave, West Brighton, Monday 10:30 A.M. Interment Silver Mount Cemetery. Friends will be received Saturday and Sunday 2-4, 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Dr. Theodore Atlas Foundation, P.O. Box 140998, SI, NY…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Thompson, Ann (Chirico)

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Toellner, Ruth E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Monday at 10:30 AM from St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 875 Eggert Dr., in North Tonawanda. The Rev. Dr. A. W. Moldenhauer will officiate. Flowers are gratefully declined. If so desired, memorials may be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church or the Adams Fire Co. Guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Toellner, Ruth E. (Siembt)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              TOELLNER - Ruth E. (nee Siembt)Age 86, of the Town of Wheatfield, NY, September 18, 2008, in Northgate Health Care Facility, after a brief illness, beloved wife of Walter E. Toellner; mother of John (Donna) Toellner of Irwin, PA, William (Brenda) Toellner of Harrisburg, PA, James (Bernadine) Toellner of Grand Island, and Joanne Walck of Wheatfield; grandmother of 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; sister of the late Laverne Siembt and Robert Siembt; aunt of Jacqueline. Ruth was a member of St.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Torretto, Linda Levine

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Torretto, Linda Levine (Kirker) Tiburon, CA: Formerly of Rochester, NY. Died on September 12, 2008, from cancer, surrounded by her loving family. She is predeceased by her parents, Ford and Louise Kirker, and her first husband, Donald Levine. She is survived by her devoted husband, Richard Torretto; daughter, Kirsten Brockman (Todd); sons, Don Torretto (Michelle), and Phillip Torretto, all of Marin County, CA; sister, Nancy Sheehan (Jack) of Victor, NY; and grandchildren, Caroline Brockman, Charlotte…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Tucker, Walter M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Tusa, Ralph S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    FRUITLAND PARK, FLA. -- Ralph S. Tusa, 81, of Fruitland Park, Fla., passed away peacefully Monday, Aug. 18, 2008, in the Leesburg, Florida Health and Rehabilitation Center., He was born in the Village of Champlain, N.Y., Feb. 16, 1927, the son of Richard and Agnes (Ashline) Tusa., Ralph retired from the Plattsburgh News Company after a long-term career as their general manager. He was a very talented musician and for many years enjoyed working as a bass guitarist with several bands in area clubs., In…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      TOWN OF HYDE PARK - Kenneth H. Taber, 63, of Town of Hyde Park, died September 18, 2008. A lifetime area resident, he had been employed as a Machine Operator for Westech Profiles Limited. Mr. Taber was a US Army veteran of Vietnam. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing. Born July 29, 1945 in Rhinebeck, NY, he was the son of Roswell J. Taber and Elinor G. Brower. He was a graduate of Roosevelt High School. On May 12, 1981 in Hyde Park, NY, he married Grace…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Valentine, Samuel C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        VALENTINE, Samuel C. -It is hard to believe that a year has passed since you left us on September 19th. We love and miss you and think of you everyday. You will never be forgotten.YOUR FAMILY, HENRY, SALLY, CHARLES, GRANDCHILDREN, GREATGRANDCHILDREN,

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          EAST GREENBUSH -- Francis Van Splinter, 83, of East Greenbush, died Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at his residence after a lengthy illness. Born in Patterson, N.J., he had been a resident of the capital region for many years., He began his career as a chemical engineer with Huyck Mills in Rensselaer and then with BASF for many years before retiring. He enlisted at 17 years old in the Army; during World War II and was injured at the Battle of Monte Cassino receiving the purple heart and was part of the Hell on…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Vargas, Rosa (Camacho)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Vargas, Rosa (Camacho) Rochester: Thursday, September 18, 2008. Survived by her daughters, Rosa Camacho (James) Graham, Ivon Camacho; sons, Carlos (Olga) Camacho, Micheal Rosario; many grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Her family will receive friends SUNDAY 1-4 PM at the funeral home. On MONDAY, at 5:30 PM a reception will be held at Calvary Chapel of Rochester, 2505 Browncroft Blvd., followed by her Memorial Service at 7 PM. PROFETTA FUNERAL CHAPEL 1650 Empire Blvd. Webster/Penfield…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Vinci, Joseph F. Webster: September 20, 2008, age 49. After a courageous battle with ALS, our brother Joe has been called home to Jesus. Beloved husband of Pamela Vinci Powers; loving father of Renee and Eric; devoted son of Alice and Frank Vinci; grandson of Josephine Ponese; brother of Laura (Charles) Amalfi and Mark (Bridget) Vinci; son-in-law of Wally and Harold Powers; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, dear friends; and his loving dog, Sidney. He was a devoted employee at Wegmans for many…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Vollack, Elizabeth H. "Betty"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                will be held Tuesday, September 23, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at the Wm. R. Chase &Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St., Port Dickinson. Burial will follow at Glenwood Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to call at the funeral home on Monday from 4-7 p.m. Those wishing kindly consider memorial contributions in Betty's name to the Nimmonsburg United Methodist Church, 918 Front St., Binghamton, N.Y. 13905.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis of Assisi R.C. Chapel, Adam Street near Seymour Street, Tonawanda on Tuesday morning at 10:00 AM. Private entombment will follow at Resurrection Mausoleum, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Directions, on-line register book and obituary can be found at www.brunnerfuneralhome.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • WALTER H. CAMPBELL

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Walter H. Campbell, 58, passed away peacefully Thursday (Sept. 11, 2008) at his home after a long illness. Walter was born Aug. 30, 1950 in Warsaw, a son of Harold W. and Betty E. (LaComb) Campbell. He was a former mechanic at the Waste Water Treatment Plant in Punta Gorda, Fla. He married Janet Lemay on Jan. 22, 1994; she survives. In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by his dear pet, Corky. He was a past member of the Eagles Club in Punta Gorda. He enjoyed watching television, especially…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • WILLIAM J. ‘BILL’ WRIGHT

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      William J. “Bill” Wright, 82, passed away unexpectedly Saturday (Sept. 13, 2008). He was born in Avoca Nov. 29, 1925, a son of the late Samuel Grant and Hazel House Wright. On Oct. 25, 1954, he was married to Gladys (Perrine) Wright, who survives. In his early years Bill was a mechanic at several area garages including, Earl Snyder’s, Drew’s, Pfeiffer’s and Richmond’s. He was a tool and die maker at Foster Wheeler Energy Corp. in Dansville for over 25 years, retiring in 1986. He had also worked…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Ward, Carlton D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Carlton D. Ward formerly of Vestal Carlton D. Ward, 73, of Concord, N.C., went home to be with his wife and the Lord Tuesday morning, September 17, 2008, with his family at his side. In addition to being predeceased by his beloved wife of 45 years, Patricia (Herzog) Ward, he was also predeceased by his son, James Ward; his parents, Ira and Marion Ward; siblings and spouses, Velma and Robert Woolever, Charles Thompson, Claude Ward, Eleanor Crawford, Douglas Ward, Martha and Russell Noyes; and a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Ward, Jane E.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Weathers, Barbara Jean

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Weathers, Barbara Jean Rochester: On September 16, 2008. Age: 67. Family and friends are invited to call Mon., 7-9 at Serenity Hills F.H. Funeral Tues., 11:00 a.m., at Parsells Ave. Comm. Church. Interment: Private.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Weber, Kathryn F. (Barry)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  WEBER - Kathryn F. (nee Barry)September 17, 2008, beloved wife of the late Walter H. Weber; devoted mother of Carolan (Joseph) Haroney, Janet (late Glenn) Martin, Robert (Leighann) Weber and the late Steven Weber; grandmother of five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; sister of Rita McGovern and the late Mary, Michael, James and John; dear aunt of Michael (Cathy) and John (Donna) McGovern and Susan and Michael (Lauren) Barry; great-aunt of Emma Rose McGovern. A Mass of Christian Burial will be…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Wesneski Jr., Leo J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Leo J. Wesneski Jr. of Binghamton Leo J. Wesneski Jr., 79, of Binghamton, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2008, at Bridgewater Nursing Home with his loving family by his side. He was predeceased by his parents, Leo Sr. and Helen Wesneski; a son, Leo Wesneski III; his wife, Joy (Loftus) Wesneski; brother-in-law, Paul Ravas. He is survived by his loving daughter and spouse, Johanna Wesneski and Eric Nelson, North Ogden, Utah; son and spouse, David and Vicki Wesneski, and their daughter, Kaitlyn, Slidell,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Wilk, Stefan J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      may call Sunday (today) 2-4 PM &6-8 PM at the funeral home of ALVAH HALLORAN &SON, 2125 Chili Ave. Funeral Service Monday 10 AM at the funeral home. Interment Grove Place Cemetery.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Willett, Carl Frederick

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        WILLETT - Carl Frederick Of Hunt, NY, age 60, Born July 15, 1948, died September 20, 2008, son of Dorothy Dottie (Grosse) and late Frederick Fritz Willett; husband of Catherine G. Cleveland of Hunt, NY; father of Ward (Debbie) Willett of Dalton, NY and Nathan (Rachel) Willett of Pike, NY; survived by six grandchildren; brother of Sue Garret, Mary (Tony) Otis, Toni Willett Fuller, Dan (Sharon) Willett and Alan (Pam) Willett; uncle of numerous nieces and nephews; predeceased by his brother Paul. Calling hours…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Williams, Lois Kittelberger

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          are invited to a Memorial Service for Lois, Tuesday, 11 AM at New Covenant Fellowship, 1350 Five Mile Line Rd., at Plank Rd. Those wishing may contribute to the Highlands Living Center, 500 Hahnemann Trail, Pittsford, 14534. To leave a message of condolence please go to: www.jenningsnultonmattlefh.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Winters Sr., Ronald E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park in LaSalle, Mich. where he will be laid to rest with his parents.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Yusko Sr., John J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                YUSKO John J. Sr. age 92 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Friday September 19, 2008 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility in Elmira, NY. Mr. Yusko was born July 25, 1916 in Luxor, PA the son of the late Martin and Mary Kaflafsky Yusko. John married his wife Marian C. Leiby Yusko on December 9, 1943 and they would have celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary this December. John was always a very devoted husband and father. He found joy in being a part of the Boy Scouts of America and received the…

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