Wednesday, September 24, 2008

New York Obituaries 09/24/08

  • Adams, Thomas Clarence

    September 18, 2008 Thomas Clarence Adams, 87, of Fulton, died September 18, 2008 at Pontiac Nursing Home in Oswego. Mr. Adams was born on July 5, 1921 in Depauville, NY, the son of the late Roberta G. Busby and David H. Adams. In 1924, he was joined by asister, Dorothy N. Adams, who predeceased him in 1992. He married Irene H. Knight of Rosiere, NY on May 15, 1943 in Hyannis, MA. Mrs. Adams died on February 5, 2006. Mr. Adams attended Dexter schools and graduated in 1939. He worked all of his life in fields…

    • Alexandrakis, Peter

      • Allen, Ann R. (Palilonis)

        • Alverson, Joan M. (Folta)

          ALVERSON - Joan M. (Folta)September 23, 2008 in Kenmore Mercy Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Robert P.; loving mother of Matthew, Kenneth Alverson, Lorraine (Jordan) Evans, Steven (Theresa) Alverson, Nadine (Brian) McCarthy, Curtis, Jennifer and Jason (Dominique) Alverson; dear grandmother of Alina, Samantha, Sarah, Marissa, Ryan, Ethan, Owen, Catherine, Connor and Margaret; daughter of the late Edward Folta. No prior visitation. Arrangements JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME,…

          • Amalfitano, Theresa M.

            • Andriany, Ernest

              Ernest Andriany of Tottenville on September 22, 2008. Beloved husband of Bessie (nee Madsen). Loving father of Eugene Andriany and Jean Madsen Lahti. Cherished grandfather of Michael and Mark. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral Blessing at Bedell-Pizzo Funeral Home, 7447 Amboy Rd. Thursday 11:30 A.M. Private cremation. Friends may visit Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Bedell-Pizzo Funeral Home Family Owned & Operated since 1841 www.SILive.com/obits

              • Andrietta, Sister Mary (Frances Bochenski)

                SR. MARY ANDRIETTA, FSSJ (Frances Bochenski)September 23, 2008, loving daughter of the late John and the late Michaline (nee Zaremba) Bochenski; dearest sister of the late Rev. Antonine S. Bochenski, O.F.M. Conv., late John (late Eleanor) Bochenski, late Frank (Hattie) Bochenski, late Sister M. Adolphine, FSSJ, late Stephen Bochenski, Michaline (late Frank) Krystofinski, Natalie (late Wallace) Krzeminski and late Marion Bochenski; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Friday, September 26 at…

                • Anner, Frederick W.

                  invited. Donations to Parkinsons Research Foundation in lieu of flowers.,

                  • Audrey A. Sears

                    Audrey A. Sears, 85, of 333 Grand St., Hornell, passed away this morning (Sept. 22, 2008), at McAuley Manor in North Hornell after a long illness. Calling hours are from 6-9 p.m. Tuesday at the Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc., 285 Main St., Hornell. A complete obituary will appear in Tuesday’s edition of The Evening Tribune.

                    • Aylor, Howard Rosco

                      may call 12-1 pm today at the Walter E. Baird & Sons Funeral Home, 300 West Naples St., Wayland, where funeral services will be held at the conclusion of calling. Committal services will be held 4 pm, today at Ormal Cemetery. Contributions to Teresa House, Vincent House, or the Wayland United Methodist Church. www.bairdfuneralhomes.com

                      • Baiano Sr., Joseph J.

                        MALONE, N.Y. -- Joseph J. Baiano Sr., 78 of 1001 County Route 53, North Bangor, N.Y., died Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at the Alice Hyde Medical Center. Born March 20, 1930, in Dobbs Ferry, N.Y., he was son of Carmine and Lena Pincelli Baiano., He first married Marlene Hulbert, she predeceased him., His second marriage was to Shirley Sherwin, July 6, 1984, in North Bangor Methodist Church. She survives. Also surviving are two daughters: Dr. Deborah Baiano Berman and her husband D. Scott Berman of Chester, N.H.,…

                        • Baker, Margaret L.

                          PLATTSBURGH -- Margaret L. Baker, 85, of Flynn Avenue, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at Clinton County Nursing Home in Plattsburgh. She was born in Dannemora on Feb. 16, 1923, daughter of the late Joseph and Priscilla (Burnell) Reil., Margaret was a homemaker and mother of seven children. She and her husband, Harry, raised their children in Mineville and then in Plattsburgh, N.Y. She loved country music; talking on the CB Radio and watching her grandchildren grow. Her greatest passion was having her…

                          • Balko, Thomas Michael

                            New City, NY Thomas Michael Balko of New City, NY, died on September 21, 2008 in Nyack Hospital. Thomas was born in Yonkers, NY on December 11, 1928 to Peter and Elizabeth (Genesky) Balko. He has been a resident of New City for 45 and a half years, prior Yonkers, NY. Thomas was a Supervisor for the Rockland Co. Sewer District #1 in Orangenburg. He retired in 1991. Thomas was an avid gardener and enjoyed fishing. He loved to take videos of his grandchildren and was a perfectionist when it came to his lawn.…

                            • Balzarini, Jill

                              • Banks, Jane Virginia

                                will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, September 25, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, September 26, in the funeral home with the Rev. Deborah Dresser officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newburgh. To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit BrooksFH.com, or call 845-561-8300.

                                • Barcomb, Casper O.

                                  ALTONA -- Casper O. Barcomb, 86, of Miner Farm Road, passed away Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh, surrounded by his family. He was born in Mooers Forks on Dec. 21, 1921, son of the late Delore and Evone (Poissant) Barcomb., Casper was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II. Previous to enlisting, Casper worked on the family farm with his father and brothers. He was a founding member of the Altona Volunteer Fire Department, a former fire chief and a former fire…

                                  • Barrett, Gerald E.

                                    • Barrett-Mosher, Eva M.

                                      Eva M. Barrett-Mosher formerly of Newark Valley Eva M. Mosher, 79, born on April 21, 1929, went to her resting place on September 22, 2008 following a brief illness. She is survived by her children, Sandra Borden, William Cody, M. Ray Cody, Sharon Wilcox, Raymond Barrett, Elma Duff, Rebecca Hoskins, Bradley Barrett; her stepchildren, Grace Horton, James Barrett, Ester Thomas, Frances Parker, Stanley, Donny and Birthamae Mosher; her sister, Gwendolyn Lewis; 44 grandchildren, 79 great-grandchildren and…

                                      • Barris, Goldie (O'Dre)

                                        BARRIS - Goldie (O'Dre)September 21, 2008, wife of the late Leslie Barris; mother of Thomas Barris; also survived by several cousins. No prior visitation. Friends are invited to attend a Graveside Service Thursday morning at 10 oclock in Acacia Park Cemetery, Pendleton. Arrangements by BEACH-TUYN FUNERAL HOME.,

                                        • Bauzyk, Apolinario

                                          Harmon Home for Funerals, 571 Forest Ave, West Brighton Thursday 9:15 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial St. Stanislaus Kostka Church 10 A.M. Interment St. Peter's Cemetery. Friends will be received Wednesday 2-4, 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

                                          • Binder, Joyce W.

                                            • Blum, Rosemary A.

                                              • Bongiovanni, Lucy A.

                                                Lucy A. Bongiovanni, of Sanborn, NY, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2008, in Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, NY. She was born in Niagara Falls, NY on November 22, 1913, the daughter of the late Anthony and Ida (Bax) Jircitano.Mrs. Bongiovanni was a order checker at Moore Business Forms for over 30 years before retiring in 1986 and was a seamstress at Frank's Men Shop for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her family and sewing.Mrs. Bongiovanni is survived by one son, Frank V. (Barbara)…

                                                • Bonnewell, Shirley G.

                                                  may call Thursday 2-4, 7-9 PM at the DREIER-GILTNER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1717 Portland Ave. (at the corner of Portland Ave. and Ridge Rd. E.). Funeral Service Friday at 10 A.M. in the Funeral Home's Chapel. Interment White Haven Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be directed to A.L.S. Assoc. or the American Heart Assoc. in Shirley's memory.


                                                • Briandi, John C.

                                                  BRIANDI - John C. September 21, 2008; beloved husband of Jessica (Marrale) Briandi; loving father of Julie Slater, Jennifer (Darren) Zimmerman and Kristin Briandi; grandfather of six; son of the late John and Julia Briandi; brother of Anthony (Rita), Charles (Lynne) Briandi; survived by many nieces and nephews. Family present to reeive friends Wednesday from 3-8 PM at the PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME, 1671 Maple Rd. Family and friends are asked to assemble for a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Josephs…

                                                  • Broom, James J.

                                                    encourages memorials to The James J. Broom Fund. But the people who trust in the Lord will become strong again. They will rise up as an eagle in the sky, they will run and not need rest, they will walk and not become tired. Isaiah 40:31.,

                                                    • Bros, Irene B. (Rzymkowski)

                                                      Meislohn-Silvie Funeral Home, 1289 Forest Ave, P.R., on Friday 9:15 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial St. Adalbert's R.C. Church 10 A.M. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Grasmere. Friends will be received Thursday 2-4, 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions to The Building Fund of St. Adalbert's R.C. Church would be appreciated. Meislohn-Silvie Funeral Home Family Owned www.SILive.com/obits

                                                      • Brown, Wilbur L.

                                                        and friends are invited to call from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY. Funeral and committal services will be held 11 a.m., Thursday, September 25, 2008, at the Bentley Creek Wesleyan Church, 13255 Berwick Turnpike, Gillett, PA, with Pastor Rob Wuethrich and Pastor Harry Barrigar officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in Middlebury Center Cemetery. Flowers will be provided by the family and memorials are…

                                                        • Bucci, Mario

                                                          Mario Bucci of Endicott Mario Bucci, 76, of Endicott, passed away Monday, September 22, 2008, at Wilson Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. He was predeceased by his parents, Patsy and Nicolina Bucci. He is survived by his cousin, Antonio Cirino, Leonia, N.J. He was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Endicott. Mario was a devout Catholic and enjoyed the opera, reading and the NY Giants. He had many friends that he would meet in many locations for lunch or just coffee and conversation. He will be…

                                                          • Buchanan, Hilda A. "Sue"

                                                            Buchanan, Hilda A. "Sue" Lyons: Age 83, went to be with her Lord Monday, September 22, 2008 at the Pines of Peace in Ontario. Family and friends may call on Friday (Sept. 26) from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm at the Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons. A funeral service will be held on Saturday (Sept. 27) at 11 am at the Lyons United Methodist Church, William St., Lyons, with Rev. Ellen Knight officiating. Burial will be in the South Lyons Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully…

                                                            • Burgess, H. Malcolm

                                                              September 22, 2008 H. Malcolm Burgess, 93, of Elbridge, died Monday at home. Born in Cambridge, MA, he lived in Canada and the United States before moving to Elbridge in 2001. Malcolm served over 45 years in pastoral ministry for the Church of the Nazarene in Canada and the United States. Surviving are his wife of 73 years, the former Fern Barnard; daughter, Carolyn Burgess Haas of Camillus; grandchildren, John (Judy) Lunden of St. Petersburg, FL; David (Rose) Lunden of No. Syracuse, Deborah (Myron) Lew of…

                                                              • Burke, Noreen (Dillon)

                                                                BURKE - Noreen (nee Dillon)September 22, 2008 of Grand Island. Wife of the late James Burke; mother of Thomas (Nancy Savoy) and Michael (Catherine) Burke; grandmother of Andrew, Grace and Iris Savoy-Burke, Sara and Sean Burke. Friends may call Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 10 AM at St. Stephens Church. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to the Nature Conservancy www.nature.org…

                                                                • Bush, Louise E.

                                                                  PORT HENRY, N.Y. -- Louise E. Bush, 97, of Broad Street, Port Henry, N.Y., went to the Lord on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008. She was born to Norman and Mary (Rabatoy) Bigelow on Feb. 9, 1911., Louise was an avid golfer and bowler, playing for many years throughout the North Country. She really enjoyed her Monday afternoon bridge games with her close friends. She also enjoyed watching football and NASCAR and golf on television. She worked for many years at Martin's Pharmacy. After retiring, she did childcare…

                                                                  • Caputo, Frank

                                                                    • Card, Linda A.

                                                                      Port Jervis, NY Linda A. Card, age 67, of Port Jervis, NY, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at Bon Secours Community Hospital, Port Jervis, NY. Linda was born on August 28, 1941 in Port Jervis, the daughter of the late Willard and Helen Tompkins Kadel. She married Robert G. Card, who predeceased her on November 18, 1997. She attended the First Baptist Church in Port Jervis. She is survived by two sons, Robert Card and his wife, Staci of Glen Spey, NY and David Card of High Point, NC; three daughters,…

                                                                      • Carlino, Francis P.

                                                                        FRANCIS P. CARLINO WWII Combat Veteran and local businessmanFrancis P. Carlino passed away Monday, September 22, 2008 in Lockport Memorial Hospital. Born June 15, 1920, in Chicago, IL, he was the son of the late Lorenzo and Marietta Ortolani Carlino. A graduate of Lafayette High School, Mr. Carlino served in the U.S. Army Air Force in World War II as a tail gunner in B-24 bombers with the 376th Bomb Wing in the European Theatre. He completed 44 missions before being seriously wounded in a raid over the…

                                                                        • Ceranski, Dorothy (Fox)

                                                                          • Chadwick, John Ross

                                                                            JOHN VINCENT SCALIA HOME FOR FUNERALS, 28 ELTINGVILLE BLVD. (AT ELTINGVILLE STATION) Friday 10 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial St. Thomas Church 11 A.M. Interment Fairview Cemetery. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Wednesday and Thursday 2-5 and 7-9 P.M. www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                            • Chatham, Barbara A. (Williams)

                                                                              will be present to receive friends Thursday 4-8 PM at the GRECO FUNERAL HOME, 2909 Elmwood Ave., where Funeral Services will follow at 8:00 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Barbara was a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star, a member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW #1488 and the Kenmore Village Association Senior Citizens Thursday Club. Online guest register at www.Grecofuneral.com,

                                                                              • Coffin, Edward T.

                                                                                • Cole, James and Marion

                                                                                  James and Marion Cole formerly of Hillcrest A Graveside Service for James and Marion Cole will be held at Chenango Valley Cemetery on September 25, 2008 at 10:00 a.m.

                                                                                  • Combs, Louise C.

                                                                                    • Crapo, William S.

                                                                                      CRAPO, William S. -Dear Bill, I am not the same person without you by my side. I am just a breath away from being in your arms once again. Love Forever, GAIL,

                                                                                      • Debora A. Greenthal Leleck

                                                                                        Debora A. Greenthal Leleck, 48, formerly of Hornell, passed away unexpectedly Monday (Sept. 15, 2008) at her home in Carriere, Miss. Born Aug. 12, 1960, in Hornell, the daughter of William and Bernice Pulkowski Greenthal, she was a graduate of Hornell High School, Class of 1980, a former member of St. Ann’s Church and resided in Mississippi since her graduation. She is survived by her mother Bernice Greenthal of North Hornell; her husband, Mark Leleck of Mississippi; two brothers, Timothy (Cindy)…

                                                                                        • Deutsch, Eddie

                                                                                          Monticello, NY Eddie Deutsch, a retired school bus driver for the Monticello Central School District and lifelong resident of the area, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at the Catskill Regional Medical Center in Harris. He was 86. The son of the late Sam Deutsch and Bella Schoenbrun Deutsch, he was born September 10, 1922 in Monticello. He was the widow of Helen "Honey" Deutsch. Known as "Eddie Spaghetti" or "Uncle Ed" to all who knew him, he was also a member of the Monticello…

                                                                                          • Dickey, Charla Raye

                                                                                            Charla Raye Dickey passed away suddenly September 20, 2008 at Erie County Medical Center. Born September 16, 1956 in Bakersfield, CA, she was the daughter of Charles and Laura (Tucker) Brown. Charla served in the US Army from 1974 to 1977 and attended Syracuse University earning her Master’s Degree. She worked as an IRA Specialist for People Inc. in Williamsville for five years. She was an aspiring writer and was very active in her church. Charla was predeceased by her husband, Steven L. Dickey in 1998…

                                                                                            • Dickey, Stefanie Rose

                                                                                              Stefanie Rose Dickey passed away suddenly September 20, 2008. Born November 10, 1986 in Buffalo, she was the daughter of the late Steven and Charla (Brown) Dickey. Stefanie graduated from Newfane High School in 2005 and was attending Eric County Community College in their Dental Hygienist Program. Stefanie will be missed by her brothers and sisters, Jason E. Dickey of Doraville, GA, Andrew Dickey of Rome, NY, Matthew Dickey of Schenectady, NY, Sara Barth of Kirkville, NY and Emily Dickey of Syracuse, NY;…

                                                                                              • Dodge, Betty L.

                                                                                                are welcome to call at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 41 S. Main St., (Village Location) Fairport Friday, September 26th, from 2-4, 6-8 PM. 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.

                                                                                                • Donato, Joan

                                                                                                  DONATO, Joan, 75, of Easterly Avenue, Auburn, died Friday, Sept. 19, 2008. Services 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24 in St. Mary"s Church. Calling hours 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23 at White Chapel Funeral Home Inc., 197 South St., Auburn. Donations may be sent to Seneca-Cayuga ARC, 1521 Route 5 & 20, Auburn, NY 13021.

                                                                                                  • Dooley M.D., Alfred E.

                                                                                                    • Doyle, Charles E.

                                                                                                      ORLANDO, Fla. _ Charles E. Doyle, 82, of Orlando, Fla., died Monday, Sept. 15, 2008. He was born in Cooperstown on Oct. 1, 1925, son of Edward and Madeleine (Hood) Doyle. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the United States Navy. After the war he spent several years as captain of various yachts, sailing them from New York to Florida and back. He loved boating. He joined the police force in Rye, retiring in 1980 after 25 years of service. Surviving are his wife, Barbara; three children, Kathleen Allen…

                                                                                                      • DuRoss, Florence

                                                                                                        PORT HENRY, N.Y. -- Florence DuRoss, 82, of Port Henry, N.Y., died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at Community Hospital in Elizabethtown, N.Y., She was born Sept. 3, 1926, in Cornwall, Vt., the daughter of William and Beatrice (Martin) Barnes., She is survived by her daughter, Corinne DuRoss of Bristol, Vt.; three sons, Brad DuRoss and Brian DuRoss, both of Witherbee and Kevin DuRoss of Port Henry; her sister, Shirley Anderson of Ironville, N.Y.; her brother, Francis Barnes of Ticonderoga; and many…

                                                                                                        • Duffy, Catherine Cuddihy

                                                                                                          Duffy, Catherine Cuddihy Perinton/formerly of Rochester. Died on September 22, 2008. She was born November 16, 1915 and was 92 years old when she passed away. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Cornelius (Neil) Duffy; three sons, Gerard (Janette) of Bethesda, Md., Neil (Meredith) of Santa Cruz, Calif., and Robert (Barbara) of Rochester; grandchildren, Maureen (Chris) Darcy, Erin and Shannon Duffy, Daniel and Katie Duffy and Christopher Owen; along with great-grandson, Colin Darcy; and several…

                                                                                                          • Dulski, Greg P.

                                                                                                            DULSKI - Greg P. September 22, 2008, of North Collins, NY, age of 43, beloved husband of Jamie (Poorman) Dulski; loving father of Melissa, Mathew Dulski; son-in-law of Patricia Poorman; also survived by several brothers and sisters-in-law and nieces and nephews. Friends may call Thursday from 8-10 AM and 1-5 PM at the WENTLAND FUNERAL HOME, 10634 Main St. (Rte 62), North Collins, NY, where the funeral services will be held Thursday evening at 5 PM. Gregory was a Corrections Officer for Collins Corrections.,

                                                                                                            • Dupra, Louise P.

                                                                                                              10 a.m. Thursday at Eaton-Tubbs-Schepp Funeral Home. Burial to follow in St. Mary's Cemetery in DeWitt. Calling hours will be held today from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home, 7191 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville. For directions, local florists, or a guest book, please visit www.SCHEPPFAMILY.com Contributions: Immaculate Conception Church, 400 Salt Springs Rd, Fayetteville, NY 13066. EATON-TUBBS-SCHEPP Fayetteville 637-3214

                                                                                                              • Dutton, Dennis A. "Big D"

                                                                                                                Dutton, Dennis A. "Big D" Webster: Loving husband, devoted father and son, faithful friend, died suddenly September 20, 2008, age 42, while doing his favorite activity, riding his Harley. He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Sharon; cherished daughters, Susan and Jennifer; loving mother, Isabele Henry; grandmother, Ruth Dutton MacCumber; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Dennis I. Dutton. Denny was a career employee of Xerox…

                                                                                                                • Eberl, Thomas F.

                                                                                                                  EBERL - Thomas F. September 18, 2008. Beloved son of the late Norbert J. and Virginia A. (nee Size) Eberl; dearest brother Daniel G. (Cheryl) Eberl; loving uncle of David E., Jason D., and Samantha J. Eberl. The Family will be present to receive friends on Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the GRECO FUNERAL HOME, 2909 Elmwood Ave. in Kenmore, where a Memorial Service will follow at 8:00 PM. Online register book atwww.Grecofuneral.com,

                                                                                                                  • 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,…

                                                                                                                    • Erickson, Bernard Lee

                                                                                                                      may call on Thursday from 5-9 PM and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the M.J. COLUCCI AND SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY, where funeral services will begin on Saturday, September 27th at 9:30 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in St. Vincent de Paul Parish at Prince of Peace Church, 1055 North Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. Interment will be held in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Lewiston, NY.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line guest register.

                                                                                                                      • Evans, John Cushing

                                                                                                                        Evans, John Cushing "Jack" Bloomfield: Jack passed away on Saturday, Sept 20th, 2008, at the age of 90. He is survived by children: Alayne, Paul, Karen, &Mitchel (Robin) Evans; grandchildren: Rose, Neal &Sam Yurick and Brandon Evans; and close friend Sue McCabe. He was predeceased by his son, Randy. Jack was born in Buffalo and grew up in Hemlock, NY, attending Hemlock High School where he played basketball. Jack graduated from the U of R in 1939 and in 1942 married his first wife, Madlyn…

                                                                                                                        • Falsone, Mike

                                                                                                                          FALSONE, Mike -March 19, 1963-September 24, 2003. Our hearts still ache with sadness and secret tears still flow. Miss you.LOVE MOM AND SHARI,

                                                                                                                          • Farber, Henrietta K.

                                                                                                                            MARGARETVILLE _ Henrietta K. Farber, 84, of Wellington, Fla., and Margaretville, passed away Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at Benedictine Hospital, Kingston. She was born March 26, 1924, in Manhattan, daughter of Max and Sadie (Ginder) Kass. She was married to Al Farber on Dec. 12, 1948, at Kass Inn, Margaretville. Henrietta was one of the owners and managers of the family operated Kass Inn, a well-known inn in the Catskill Mountains. Through her love for the area she convinced many people to locate in the…

                                                                                                                            • Fawcett, Daniel K.

                                                                                                                              • Fetzer, Helen M.

                                                                                                                                Hopewell Junction, NY Helen M. Fetzer, 89, died Saturday, September 20, 2008 at the Pines at Poughkeepsie Nursing Center. Born February 15, 1919 in Jersey City, NJ, she was the daughter of Albert and Gurina Haugstad Nelson. Helen was formerly a supervisor at Metropolitan Life Insurance Company in New York City. She was a member of the Van Cortlandtville United Methodist Church, a district leader for the Republican Party in Peekskill, the Sons of Norway and the Tri Town Senior Citizens in LaGrange, Beekman…

                                                                                                                                • Fickbohm, Carl

                                                                                                                                  • Fields Sr., Willie C.

                                                                                                                                    may call Wednesday, September 24th from 5:00-8:00 PM at the St. John A.M.E. Church, 917 Garden Avenue. Services will be conducted on Thursday, September 25th at 11:00 AM. The Rev. B. Leslie James officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to Willow Lodge Community Living Center - 9A, c/o Voluntary Services, Department of Veterans Affairs VA Western New York Healthcare System, 3495 Bailey Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14215. Arrangements made by the Williamson Funeral Home.Visit…

                                                                                                                                    • Fine, Irene E. (Bogacki)

                                                                                                                                      FINE - Irene E. (nee Bogacki)Formerly of Eden, September 20, 2008; wife of the late John Fine; loving mother of Maryann (David) Botham; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral from the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 21 Pierce Ave., Hamburg, Friday morning at 9:30 and from SS Peter and Paul Church at 10:00. Friends invited. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 PM.,

                                                                                                                                      • Finn, Evelyn (Thompson)

                                                                                                                                        • Flood, James L.

                                                                                                                                          James L. Flood, of Medina, passed away early Monday morning, September 22, 2008 at the Medina Memorial Hospital.Mr. Flood was born September 21, 1929 in the Town of Porter, NY, a son of the late Phillip and Irene (Warner) Porter. In April 1956, he married Dorothy May Evans and he was a longtime resident of the Town of Ridgeway. He was employed by the Knowlesville Agway Store for 33 years where he worked in the feed mill, office, on the road and ran the fertilizer plant. He enjoyed flower and vegetable…

                                                                                                                                          • Florence, John D.

                                                                                                                                            September 20, 2008 John D. Florence passed away peacefully on September 20, 2008 at Van Duyn Nursing Home at 94 years of age. He is survived by his wife, Rhonda Florence; sons, Robert Boston of Michigan, Willie and Joshua; daughters, Lillie Pearl, Wilma McKenzie, Laura Dell, Johntea and Belinda Florence all of Syracuse; 28 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be Thursday at 10 a.m. to noon with services following at noon at Living Water COGIC, 121…

                                                                                                                                            • Forrest Jr., Vincent B.

                                                                                                                                              VINCENT B. FORREST JR., 72, of Lake Placid, N.Y., died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008., He was born Oct. 30, 1935, the son of son of Marion Griffin Forrest and Vincent B. Forrest Sr., A memorial service will be held Oct. 4, 2008, at 2 p.m. at the Adirondack Community Church in Lake Placid. There will be no calling hours. A celebration of his life will be held immediately following the memorial service at Humdinger Hill on Lake Placid., The Clark Funeral Home in Lake Placid is in charge of arrangements.

                                                                                                                                              • Forshay, Terry Lynn

                                                                                                                                                hours will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 24 at the Harris Funeral Home, West Street and Buckley Road, Liberty, NY. Graveside funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 25 at the Grahamsville Rural Cemetery in Grahamsville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Daniel Pierce Library and Museum in Grahamsville, NY. Please contact Carol Smythe at 845-985-7685, extension 313. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Harris Funeral Home, Liberty; 845-292-0001 or…

                                                                                                                                                • Fortier, Margaret A.

                                                                                                                                                  Margaret A. Fortier of Vestal Funeral Services for Margaret A. Fortier will be held at the J.F. Rice Funeral Home, Inc., 150 Main St., Johnson City, Thursday at 9:15 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Church, where a Funeral Mass will be offered. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 5-7 p.m.

                                                                                                                                                  • Fox, Lisa Sue (Furr)

                                                                                                                                                    Fox, Lisa Sue (Furr) East Rochester: Peacefully passed away, Sunday September 21, 2008 at the age of 53 years. Lisa Sue owned and operated Lisa's Village Gifts in East Rochester. Prior to operating the gift shop, she worked for many years at Xerox. Lisa Sue's Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on WEDNESDAY in All Seasons Chapel at White Haven Memorial Park (chapel and parking are at the back of the park). In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the family for the care of her children.…


                                                                                                                                                  • Franco, Vincenza "Vera" (Maimone)

                                                                                                                                                    • Franklin, Elaine M. (Rock)

                                                                                                                                                      ELLENBURG DEPOT -- Elaine M. (Rock) Franklin, 45, formerly of Route 11, Ellenburg Depot, died Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at her home in LaHonda, Calif., as a result of complications with diabetes, a disease she struggled with for many years., She was born in Plattsburgh, Sept. 17, 1962, the daughter of Vernon and Helen (Welch) Rock., Elaine graduated from Northern Adirondack Central School in 1980. She attended Canton College and continued her education at Central City Business Institute in Syracuse. Elaine…

                                                                                                                                                      • Galimi, Joseph A.

                                                                                                                                                        September 23, 2008 Joseph A. Galimi, 99, passed away Tuesday at James Square. A life resident of Syracuse, he was a ticket agent for NYCRR for 25 years before retiring. Joseph was a commicant of Our Lady of Pompei Church. Joe is survived by his daughter, JoAnne Egnoto of Liverpool; two grandchildren, Debbie (Arthur) Brown and Donna (David) Crowley; three great-grandsons, Arthur, David and Anthony; and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the nursing staff at James Square A South.…

                                                                                                                                                        • Gallivan, Norman J.

                                                                                                                                                          • Gardner, Virginia May (Champion)

                                                                                                                                                            GARDNER, Virginia May (Champion) Age 71, formerly of Grover Rd., Odessa, NY, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's, Elmira, NY September 20, 2008. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Graveside Memorial Service on Sat., Sept. 27, 2008, at 2 p.m. at the Union Cemetery of Hector in Burdett, NY. Arrangements under the direction of Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, Montour Falls, NY.

                                                                                                                                                            • Gartz, Rose M. (Schwan)

                                                                                                                                                              • Gattelaro, Christine (Russo)

                                                                                                                                                                Gattelaro, Christine (Russo) Irondequoit: September 22, 2008 age 98. Predeceased by her husband, Frank and her six brothers and sisters. Survived by her brother-in-law, Matteo Disanto; also many nieces, nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews. Calling FRIDAY 6-8 at the Falvo Funeral Home, Inc., 1395 N. Goodman St. Funeral Service SATURDAY 10 AM in the funeral home. Entombment Riverside. falvofuneralhome.com

                                                                                                                                                                • Germano, Genevieve Picciano

                                                                                                                                                                  Germano September 20, 2008 Genevieve Picciano Germano, 100, of 48 Mattie Street, Auburn, died Saturday in her home. Survived by a sister-in-law, Mary G. Picciano of Auburn; nieces, Georgianne Picciano Centore of Manlius, Jeannette Picciano Wood of Seattle, Carol Picciano Murray; and brothers-in-law, Frederick L. Germano and Sylvester Germano of Auburn; sisters-in-law, Nancy Germano of Auburn and Rose Barilla of Brooklyn. She was predeceased along with her parents by her husband Floyd in 1985 and her 12…

                                                                                                                                                                  • Getz, Wilbur E.

                                                                                                                                                                    GETZ, Wilbur E. - Although we are apart, youre always in our hearts. Love &miss you forever, MARION &GAYLE,

                                                                                                                                                                    • Gibson, Mark

                                                                                                                                                                      • Gibson, Mark W.

                                                                                                                                                                        may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville, on Wednesday from 7-9 PM and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 26th at 11:00 AM in St. John Lutheran Church, 420 Lockport St., Youngstown, with the Rev. Richard Blemaster officiating. Burial will follow in the St. John Lutheran Cemetery, Youngstown. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Mark Gibson Children Fund, c/o First Niagara Bank, PO Box 58, Ransomville, NY 14131 would be most…

                                                                                                                                                                        • Ginardi, Daniel

                                                                                                                                                                          GINARDI, Daniel J. Age 85, of Roe Ave., Elmira, NY, died on Sunday, September 21, 2008, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. It was Danny's request that there will be no calling hours. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saint Patrick Church, Elmira at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 25, Rev. Walter Wainwright, Celebrant. Interment will follow in Saint Peter and Paul Cemetery, Elmira, with Full Military Honors. Those wishing may make memorials to Blessed Sacrament Parish, 604 Park Place,…

                                                                                                                                                                          • Glann, Agnes C.

                                                                                                                                                                            and friends are invited to attend a memorial service to take place in Halsey Valley Cemetery, Halsey Valley, NY on Saturday Sept. 27, 2008, at 1:30 pm. Arrangements with Barber Funeral Home in Horseheads.

                                                                                                                                                                            • Glenn, Pauline Rose

                                                                                                                                                                              Glenn, Pauline Rose Winter Haven: Pauline Rose Glenn, age 75, died of cancer Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 at home. She was born in LeRoy, New York on May 20, 1933, and was a homemaker. She attended St. Mathews Catholic Church. Mrs. Glenn is survived by her husband of 56 years, LeRoy Glenn; son, Neil Glenn; daughter, Beth Anne Mercer; 2 brothers; 1 sister; &2 grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Ott-Laughlin Funeral Home, 645 W. Central Ave., Winter Haven. Services will be…

                                                                                                                                                                              • Golem, Ruth D.

                                                                                                                                                                                may call Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., 25 William St. (between Morgan and Broad Sts.), in Tonawanda. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 11 AM at Salem United Church of Christ, 114 Morgan St., in Tonawanda. The Rev. John L. Tipton will officiate. A private burial will be in Elmlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Salem United Church of Christ or to Hospice Buffalo Foundation.Visit www.legacy.com/tonawanda-news for on-line…

                                                                                                                                                                                • Green, Florence Ada

                                                                                                                                                                                  Florence Ada Green, 90, of Medina, NY, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2008, at the Medina Memorial Hospital. Born on November 14, 1917 in Oswego Co., NY, she was the daughter of the late Harry A. and Mary O. (Hicks) Cole.Florence and her parents moved to their Lydonville farm in 1918. She graduated from Lyndonville High School in 1936, and in 1939 went to Brockport State College for teaching. On December 20, 1941, she married the late Lloyd Green and both worked on the family farm. Together they…

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Guzzi, Joan

                                                                                                                                                                                    2-5 and 7-9 PM. www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Hacker, Elaine R.

                                                                                                                                                                                      may call Friday, September 26, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the Merton H. Kays Funeral Home, Inc. 59 Monroe Street, Honeoye Falls. Her Funeral Service will be held Saturday, 11 am at the Wesleyan Church of Avon, 300 Genesee Street, Avon, NY where a reception will follow. Burial, Mendon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Rush Fire Department, 1971 Rush-Mendon Road, Rush, NY 14543. 624-1120

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Hagen, Gerald R.

                                                                                                                                                                                        HAGEN, Gerald R. - Dad, Papa, My Buddy, Never Forgotten, Sadly Missed. You will be in our hearts forever.Love,LAURA, MIKE, JERRY, CHERYL, MIKEY, MANDY, JENNA AND RYAN,

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Hamilton, Marjorie D.

                                                                                                                                                                                          Hamilton, Marjorie D. Rochester: On Sept 19, 2008. Predeceased by her sister Gladys &brother Alan Hamilton. Survived by her caretaker and cousin Joyce (Alfred) Dahrsnin and their family; David &Doug (Kathy) Dahrsnin; Sarah &Emily Dahrsnin &a host of special friends. Marge retired from the Greece Central School District. Marge's family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the Staff of Hastings 3, St. John's Home, for their skilled &compassionate care. A Service of…

                                                                                                                                                                                          • Hansen, Richard K.M.

                                                                                                                                                                                            will be private and at the convenience of the family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church on Friday, September 26, at 11 a.m. Cremation will be private. Arrangements under the direction of Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc. 130 Highland Ave. Middletown, NY 10940 www.applebee-mcphillips.com or 845-343-6309.

                                                                                                                                                                                            • Harman, Lyle E.

                                                                                                                                                                                              HARMAN, Lyle E. Age 78, of Central Avenue, Wellsboro, PA, died September 21, 2008 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of Phyllis Stuart Harman whom he married June 14, 1952. Lyle was born December 6, 1929 in South Williamsport, PA, the son of the late Max L. and Ruth Hurr Harman. He was a graduate of South Williamsport High School "1947", and attended Lycoming College. He received his BS degree from Mansfield State College and Master's degree from Bucknell University.…

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Hartman, Everett "Eric"

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Heberger, Robert J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                  may call Thursday 4-7 PM at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Rd. (between English and Latta). Funeral Mass 11:00 Friday at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers friends wishing may contribute to the Jared Peck Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o McQuaid Jesuit High School, 1800 S. Clinton Ave., 14618

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Hejna, Michael E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                    HEJNA - Michael E. September 23, 2008; beloved husband of Christine (nee Gredzicki); dear father of Jennifer (Leonard) Eynon and Michele (Robert Jr.) Klinko; grandfather of Rebecca, Julianna and Brendan; son of Eugene and Rose Hejna; dear brother of Paul (Martha), Kenneth (Karen) Hejna and Amy (Peter) Murphy; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral from The PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1949 Clinton St. (3 blocks west of S. Ogden St.), Friday 9 AM and St. Casimirs Church 9:30. Visitation Thursday 1-4…


                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Henricks, Eleanor L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                    Eleanor L. Henricks of Endicott Eleanor L. Henricks, 66, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, at Wilson Memorial Hospital. She is survived by three daughters and a son-in-law, Elise Henricks, M.D., and Tony Dutzik, Boston, Mass., Colette Henricks, Austin, Tex., and Heather Henricks, Seattle, Wash.; three grandchildren, Max Dutzik Henricks, Miles Dutzik Henricks and Noah Vincent Polit; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Macaire Boos, Detroit, Mich., Darien and Tom Knapp, Chicago, Ill.; five nieces and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Herrscher, Dolores M. (Kersting)

                                                                                                                                                                                                      will be present on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME 3645 Genesee St., where Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at 8:45 AM and a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated from Queen of Martyrs Church at 9:30 AM. Friends invited. Online register at www.Amigone.com,

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Hirt, Everett Q.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Horan, Phyllis A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                          Phyllis A. (nee Niethe) Horan, 74, of Tonawanda, entered into rest on Sunday, September 21, 2008 at home. Born August 18, 1934 to the late Otto and Margarette (nee Hauenstein) in North Tonawanda. Wife of the late Donald R., who passed away on September 17, 1980.Beloved mother of Brian, Shelley (Peter) Gruntz and Brad (Katherine); grandmother of Latoya, Lamar, Jeffrey, Peter Jr. and Anna; sister of Harold (Lois) Niethe; also surviving are several nieces and nephews.A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday 5…

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Howard Rosco Aylor

                                                                                                                                                                                                            Howard Rosco Aylor, 84, passed away peacefully Monday (Sept. 22, 2008) at his home. Howard was born June 6, 1924, in Granger, a son of Raymond and Hazel (Mehlenbacher) Aylor. He was a retired welder for the Acme Electric Co in Cuba. He then worked with Curt Crandall Memorials in Caneadea. He married Marjorie Weinhauer on Oct. 20, 2000. She survives. Howard is survived by his wife, Marjorie; his children, Brenda Lee (James) Rightmeyer of Hunt, Linda Lee (Chuck) Franklin of Belfast, Darrell Lee (Jan) Aylor of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Howell, Mary G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Howell, Ronald J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Howland, Amelia R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Bedell-Pizzo Funeral Home, 7447 Amboy Rd. Saturday 9:30 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial Our Lady Help of Christians 10 A.M. Interment Moravian Cemetery. Friends may visit Friday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Hospice VNA of Central Jersey, 176 Riverside Ave., Redbank 07701, or Protectors of the Pine Oak Woods would be appreciated. Bedell-Pizzo Funeral Home Family Owned & Operated since 1841 www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Howland, Norman E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    HOWLAND - Norman E.September 22, 2008 of Eden, NY; age 64; beloved husband of the late Colleen (Lennon) Howland; loving father of Natalie (Mark) Sheffield and Nancy (Steve) Tulipane; grandfather of seven grandchildren; brother of Roseann (Wayne) Richardson and Richard (Christine) Howland. Friends may call Thursday evening from 7-9 PM and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at The WENTLAND FUNERAL HOME, 10634 Main St. (Rte. 62), North Collins, NY, where Funeral Services will be held Saturday morning at 9:15, followed…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Hyde, Jacqueline

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      September 19, 2008 Jacqueline Hyde, 48, of DeWitt, died at Crouse Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her loving family, husband, Earl; two sons, Michael Baculis and Jeffery Evans; a daughter, Kimberly Ann Evans; her mother, Dianne Conte; and one grandchild. A calling hour will be held Thursday morning from 9 to 10 a.m. with the funeral service to follow promptly at 10 a.m. at the DeWitt Memorial Funeral Home, 4901 Jamesville Rd., DeWitt. Jan Maloff, Funeral Director DEWITT…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Immordino, Virginia

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        may call on Thursday from 2 – 5 and 7 – 9 PM at the M.J.COLUCCI and SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY, where funeral services will begin on Friday, September 26 th at 9:00 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM in St. John de LaSalle Church, 8469 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY. Entombment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line guest register.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • 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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Jami S. Jackson

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Jami S. Jackson, 28, of Main St., Coopers Plains died Sunday, September 21, 2008 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born August 11, 1980 in Phoeniz, AZ the daughter of Allan and Roxanne (Bennett) Krise.  She graduated from Corning-Painted Post West High School in 1998. Jami dedicated her life to her three children. She is survived by her husband, David Jackson of Bath, sons, David II, Dominic, and Damion, mother, Roxanne Krise of Coopers Plains, Mother-In-Law, Janice Potter (Dan), sister, Kelly Krise…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Jeffords, Dennis J. "Jamie"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville, on Wednesday from 6-9 PM. Graveside Services will be held Thursday, September 25th at 11:00 AM in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery, Military Rd., Lewiston, with the Rev. David Rugg officiating. Memorials may be made to the Youngstown Volunteer Fire Co., Ambulance Fund, PO Box 387, Youngstown, NY 14174, or to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line guest register.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • 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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • John W. Hussak Jr.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  John W. Hussak, Jr, age 71, of Branchport, NY, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2008 at Soldiers & Sailors Hospital in Penn Yan. He was born on June 11, 1937 in Dundee, NY, the son of the late John and Blanche (Norris) Hussak Sr.  John was a quiet man who loved fishing and taking walks.  He graduated with honors in 1954 from Northside High School.  He is survived by his sisters Barbara Hussak of Corning and Shirley (Richard) Tostanoski of Addison, brother James Hussak of Ohio, and several nieces,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Jung, Helmut K.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    are invited to call Friday 6-9PM at PAYNE &MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 1040 Rt. 31, Macedon. His Funeral Service will be held 10AM Saturday at the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints, Temple Rd., Palmyra. Burial at Palmyra Cemetery. Donations may be made to American Diabetes Association in his memory.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Katherine B. (Burnett) Nelson

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Mrs. Katherine B. (Burnett) Nelson, 95, of East Street, Ilion, entered into eternal rest early Tuesday morning, Sept. 23, 2008, in Valley Health Services surrounded by those she loved dearly. She was born on May 10, 1913 in McKeever, N.Y., the daughter of the late John and Katherine (LaRock) Burnett and educated in Boonville schools. She furthered her education attending the Utica School of Beauty Culture. On July 31, 1929, she was united in marriage with Victor Nelson in St. Joseph’s Church, Boonville.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Kathryn Parmelee Leitch

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Kathryn Parmelee Leitch, 61, of Cutter Drive, Johnstown, died Friday, Sept. 19, at Mt. Valley Hospice House after a long battle with breast cancer., Born Feb.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Kaufmann, Andrianna Rose Torres

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          TORRES-KAUFMANN - Andrianna Rose September 19, 2008, beloved infant daughter of Jessica L. Kaufmann and Wilmer J. Torres; granddaughter of Andrew and Candance Kaufmann and the late Francisco and the late Susana Torres; great-granddaughter of Vincent and Joyce Kaufmann, the late Jack and the late Ethel Wolff and Nestor and Elsa Williams; niece of Trisha Kaufmann and Frank Torres; also survived by many great-aunts and great-uncles. No prior visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Graveside…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Keir, Constance A. "Connie"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            are invited to attend Graveside Services, Sat. at 11 o'clock at Parma Union Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to Interlakes Oncology, 1561 Long Pond Rd., Roch. 14626 or a charity of your choice in Connie's memory. Thomas E Burger Funeral Home Inc

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Kent, Corey R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              will be present on Thursday, 4-8 PM, at (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr., where funeral services will be held on Friday morning at 10 AM. If desired memorials may be sent to Hospice Buffalo Inc. Arrangements by Greco Funeral Home, Anthony Greco, Director. Online register at grecofuneral.com, , Passed away at his home in Scottsdale, AZ, July 24th at the age of 69. John was a lifelong marketer and fund raiser who served as a Marine then becoming a local business superstar with…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Kessler, Duane Edward

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY, Thursday, September 25th, 2008, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Funeral services celebrating the life of Duane Edward Kessler will be held following the gathering hours at 1:00 p.m. Graveside committal prayers will be offered following the funeral celebration in the Elmwood Cemetery, Caton, NY, where Duane will be placed next to his dearly missed wife, Marian. Chaplin Mike Stanley will officiate. To honor…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Kostecki, Beulah

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  may call at the Leo M. Bean and Sons, 2771 Chili Avenue, Friday 4-7. Funeral Service, Saturday 10 AM at White Haven Memorial Park, 210 Marsh Road (meet at the gate).

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Krentz, Emil E. "Junie"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Emil E. “Junie” Krentz passed away September 22, 2008 in Buffalo General Hospital. Born August 18, 1920 in Buffalo, he was the son of the late Emil and Loretta (Gagear) Krentz. Emil served in the US Army from 1942 to 1944 during WWII. While in service he earned the Asiatic-Pacific Theater Ribbon, two Bronze Stars, Philippine Liberation Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, Meritorious Unit Award and Victory Medal World War II. Emil worked as an auto mechanic, which he has been since he was a teenager, at Rathke…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Kuehn, Joan

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Kuster, Gene Francis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • LaRocque, James J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        BLOOMVILLE _ James J. "Jimmy" LaRocque, 68, a resident of Bloomville for almost 50 years, passed away peacefully Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 23, 2008, at his home, following a short illness. Arrangements are pending with Robert A. Peet, Hall & Peet Funeral Home, Delhi. A complete obituary will appear in Thursday's edition of The Daily Star.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Lanseer, Eleanor M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          may call TODAY, 5-8 PM at the funeral chapel (2305 Monroe Ave.). Interment will be held at Mt. Hope Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Contributions in memory of her granddaughter, Kedron Haskins may be made to Golisano Children's Hospital at Strong, Development Office, 300 East River Rd., PO Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627. Anthony Funeral & Cremation Chapels 2305 Monroe Ave. 244-0770

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Lavin, William J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Leary, James J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              September 18, 2008 James J. Leary, 49, of Minoa, passed away Thursday at his home, surrounded by his family. Born in Denver, Colorado, and a veteran of the U.S. Army, he was a self-employed upholsterer. He was predeceased by his father, Thomas E. Leary, and a brother, George "Scott" Leary. He is survived by his wife, Deborah (Thompson) Leary; a daughter, Jennifer Leary; two sons, James and Robert Leary; his mother, Charlotte Leary; maternal grandmother, Cora Clawson; two sisters, Elinor (George)…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Lee, Ann M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Lee, Virginia (Rasmussen)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Virginia Lee (nee Rasmussen), formerly of Concord, on September 21, 2008. Beloved wife of the late August. Devoted mother of David and the late Daniel. Fond mother-in-law of Pauline and Linda. Cherished grandmother of Jonathan and Kristine. Family and friends will be received at the MARTIN HUGHES FUNERAL HOME, 530 Narrows Rd., South, at Britton Ave. Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service Wednesday 10 A.M. at Zion Lutheran Church. Committal will follow at Ocean View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • 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

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Linfoot, Ruth Louise (Greene)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Linfoot, Ruth Louise (Greene) Geneseo: August 17, 2008, at age 101 years. No prior calling hours. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at 10 AM at St. Michael's Episcopal Church in Geneseo. Interment Temple Hill Cemetery, Geneseo. Remembrances to St. Michael's Church, 23 Main St., Geneseo, NY 14454, Geneseo Foundation 1 College Circle, Geneseo, NY 14454, Temple Hill Cemetery, 81 Main St., Geneseo, NY 14454 or Christ Church at Grove Farm, Duff Rd., Sewickley, PA. 15143.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lofaso, Frank

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        2-5 and 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to the Lofaso House, c/o Community Resources for the Developmentally Disabled would be appreciated. www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Logan Jr., Thomas Louis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          on Saturday, September 27, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, La. 70433. Visitation on Saturday will be from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations to the National Institute of Mental Health, 6001 Executive Blvd., Room 8184, Bethesda, Md. 20892-9663. www.nimh.nih.gov. Please sign the online Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Logie, June Jaye

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Harmon Home for Funerals, 571 Forest Avenue, West Brighton, Friday 10 A.M. Interment Moravian Cemetery. Friends will be received Thursday 2-4, 7-9 P.M. K. Terrance McGinley, Director, Harmon Home for Funerals Locally Family Owned and Operated Staten Island's only member of the International Order of the www.SiLive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • 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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • MacDerment, Walter

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • 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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Malette, Mabel Farquhar

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    MABEL FARQUHAR MALETTE, 85, of the Farrar Home, Malone, N.Y., died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at the Alice Hyde Medical Center., She was born Jan. 13, 1923, in Westville, N.Y., she was the daughter of Roy and Jessie Smith Farquhar., There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Patrick's Church, Chateaugay, N.Y., with the Rev. Francis Coryer officiating., Funeral arrangements were entrusted to St. Mary-Murphy Funeral Home, Inc.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Maloney, John J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      MALONEY - John J. September 22, 2008, of Hamburg, NY; beloved father of Patrick (Cynthia) Maloney, Molly Mangas and Georgia (Nickolas) Karnavas; loving brother of Mary (Keith) Rathbun, Patricia (Kenneth) Nicholas, Suzanne (Herbert) Bommer, Jean (Mark) Silke and the late Dennis Maloney; dear friend and ex-husband of Nancy Bajer and Glenora Maloney; also survived by nine grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Friends received at the LAKESIDE MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 4199 Lakeshore Rd. (corner Camp Rd.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Mancinelli, Frank J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be present Wednesday 4-8 PM at the (Delaware Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1132 Delaware Ave. (near W. Ferry), where Funeral Services will be held Thursday at 9:15 AM and at Holy Spirit Church at 10 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. Online register book at www.Amigone.com.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Marin, Matthew K.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          may call Tuesday 7-9 PM and Wednesday from 2-4, 7-9 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday 11 AM in Immaculate Conception RC Church, 4671 Townline Road, Ransomville. Please assemble at the church. The interment will be in Acacia Park Cemetery, Pendleton, NY.Visit www.LaneFuneralHome.com for on-line guest register.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Marjorie (Marge) Stocum

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Marjorie (Marge) Stocum, Lamoka Lake, NY and Englewood, FL- Marjorie Stocum, 87, of Three Rivers Nursing Home, died Friday, August 15, 2008 in the Corning Hospital following an extended illness. She was born May 11, 1922, the daughter of William and Leona Westbrook Knickerbocker.  She was married to Maynard (Bill) Stocum, who died February 16, 1982. She was a retired Corning Glass Works Employee and received her 65 year pin this past year.  She and her husband Bill will always be remembered as the owners…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Marrese, Venus A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Martinez, Andrew

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Andrew Martinez. Devoted husband of Madeline (nee Bongiardino). Beloved father of Andrew, Karen Georgalas and Gina Garofalo. Cherished grandfather. Dear brother of Dennis and the late Eddie. Mass St. Stephens 10:00 AM Friday. IN REPOSE RACCUGLIA & SON 321-323 Court Street 718-855-7737 Visitation begins 7 pm Wednesday www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Mary Ann Frey

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Mary Ann Frey, 75, of 17 Catherine St., Mohawk, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center, Utica. She was born on March 29, 1933, in West New York, N.J., the daughter of Robert and Mary (Salerno) Boesch and graduated from Memorial High School. On Jan. 10, 1953, she was married to Richard H. Frey in Western New York, N.J. Mary Ann and Richard owned and operated Frey Embroidery in West New York, N.J., for 17 years. She was a member of the Blessed Sacrament Church,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Mary Jane (Wheeler) Wilson

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Mrs. Mary Jane (Wheeler) Wilson, 84, of Barringer Road, town of German Flatts, beloved wife of Charles “Charlie” Wilson, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday morning, Sept. 23, 2008, peacefully in her home. Funeral arrangements in care of the Enea Family Funeral Home, 4309 Acme Road, between Ilion and Frankfort, 894-8000, are incomplete at this time. A full obituary will follow and may also be viewed at www.eneafamily.com on the Internet.


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Mazza, Michael

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Michael Mazza, formerly of New Springville, and of Monroe Township, NJ on September 22, 2008. Beloved husband of Dawn (nee Anerella). Loving father of Andrew, Michele, Michael Jr., Joseph and Jessica. Dear son of Josephine and the late Andrew. Cherished brother of Rae Kohane, Gregory and Tony Mazza. Funeral Service Friday 11 A.M. at the JOHN VINCENT SCALIA HOME FOR FUNERALS, 28 ELTINGVILLE BLVD. (AT ELTINGVILLE STATION). Interment Brig. Gen. William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Wrightstown, NJ. A…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • McClay, Eleanor Y.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Adored mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, choir director, teacher, writer, card shark, and friend passed away after a short illness just five days before her 98 th birthday. Born August 25, 1910 in Buffalo, New York, Ellie received her BA in music at Fredonia State College and taught at Barker, Lyndonville, and Wilson, NY. Central Schools. She spent the last 17 years in The Woodlands, Texas near her daughter, Raelle Frost and son-in-law, Dr. James Frost, Jr. and near her grandson James Frost, III, his…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • McDevitt K.S.G., KCHS, Robert L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Robert L. McDevitt, K.S.G., KCHS of Binghamton Robert Louis McDevitt, K.S.G., KCHS, died Monday, September 22, 2008, at his home. He was predeceased by his parents, James Francis McDevitt and Mary Graiff McDevitt. He was also predeceased by his wife, Catherine Ann Hurley McDevitt, LCHS. Mr. McDevitt was born in Binghamton, N.Y., and graduated from Georgetown University as a member of the Class of 1940. He entered the United States Army in 1942, served in the Pacific Theatre, and was honorably discharged. He…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • McGlynn, James D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • McPherson, Rosemary

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            McPherson, Rosemary Rochester: September 19, 2008. Beloved wife of Lloyd; mother of Winston Clarke; step-mother, Keisha and Shirley Ann McPherson; 12 grandchildren. Calling hours Thurs. 7-9 PM at G.L. DIXON FUNERAL HOME, 1080 North St. Funeral Service Fri. 11 AM at Grace Unity Fellowship Church, 986 Joseph Ave. Rev. Roosevelt Dixon Officiating 266-7000

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Mercaldi Sr., Luigi Candido

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              LUIGI CANDIDO MERCALDI SR., 81, formally of Moores, died Sept. 7, 2008, at Birmingham VA Medical Center, Birmingham, Ala., with his family at his side., He was born Jan. 15, 1927, in Beverly, Mass., the son of the late Peter and Concetta (DePurenna) Mercaldi., A graveside service at St. Mary's Cemetery, Champlain, N.Y., will be held Monday, Sept. 29, 2008, at 11 a.m.� with Father Delbel officiating.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Merritt, Arthur W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                September 21, 2008 Arthur W. "Jake" Merritt, 70, of Tully, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2008, at the V.A. Hospital, Syracuse. He was a self-employed, independent agriculture manufacturer's representative. He enjoyed sled dog racing and was a Navyveteran. Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Christine M. Merritt; three sons, Spencer F. of Faribault, MN, Dean A. (Pamela J.) of Morrisville, NY, Leonidas R. (Elizabeth) of Troy, MI; his mother, Jennie Della Merritt of Syracuse, NY; his…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Messerschmitt, Helen (Fenn)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Mildred P. Begley

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Mildred P. Begley, 90, formerly of 550 E. John St. (Rockton Plaza), Little Falls, and for the past four years a resident of Valley Health Services, Herkimer, passed away Friday, September 19, 2008, at Bassett Healthcare Center, Cooperstown. She was born on September 23, 1917, in Little Falls, the daughter of the late John and Anna (Caltik) Paracka. She was a graduate of Little Falls High School. Mrs. Begley was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Little Falls, where her father was one of the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Misa, Edith

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Moscato, Christopher J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Mose II, Caleb A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Mowry, Barbara A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            may call on Wednesday, September 24th from 5 – 7 PM at the M.J. COLUCCI and SON FUNERAL CHAPEL, 468-19th Street, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will immediately follow the visitation at 7:00 PM, with the Rev. Rodney Klinzing officiating. Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line guest register.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Murray, Rita

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              September 22, 2008 Rita Murray, 91, of Syracuse, NY, died peacefully in her sleep Monday at Menorah Park. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Donald. Rita was always proud of her Irish heritage. She visited Ireland many times. She was a longtime resident of Brewerton/Cicero and loved life on the shores of Oneida Lake. Rita was a bookkeeper for Murray Electric in Syracuse. Rita belonged to the Cicero Young at Heart Club. Rita is survived by her sister and close friend, Ann Lowery; and two brothers,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Musso, Lillian F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Nancy J. Hoad

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Nancy J. Hoad, age 59, of 49 Chapel St., Prattsburgh, NY died Monday, September 22, 2008 at home. Friends and family may call at the Bottoni-Wood Funeral Home, 4 Mechanic St., Prattsburgh on Thursday, September 25th, 2008 from 4pm to 7pm.  Her funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, September, 26th, 2008 at 11am with the Rev. Don Peek officiating.  Interment will follow at Rural Cemetery in Prattsburgh. Memorials may be made in her name to the Prattsburgh Central School or to the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Natale, Esther Presley

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Natalie L. Mosny

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      atalie L. Mosny, 81, a resident of 31 West 5th Street, passed away Friday, at the Oswego Hospital. Mrs. Mosny was born in Little Falls, the daughter of the late Anthony and Nora Perreco. She resided in that area for most of her life, and had lived in Oswego for the past six years. She was the wife of the late John Mosny, who died in 2004. Mrs. Mosny loved her sisters and Harborfest, and especially enjoyed going to Rudy’s and to the mall. She always appreciated any act of kindness she received, no matter…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Nevejans, Charles E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Ochterski, Stanley J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          OCHTERSKI - Stanley J. September 23, 2008, husband of the late Rita (nee Todak); dear father of Dennis (Patricia Vizzini), Kenneth (Pamela) and Mark (Mary) Ochterski; fond grandfather of Dennis, Cory, Jesse, Jennifer, Kenneth, Jason, Mallori and Mark; dear brother of Wanda (late Archie) Sztorc and the late Joseph (Mary), Carrie (Frank) Drozdz, Frances (Michael) Mendek, Frank and Anna (Andrew) Bienas; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the KOLANO FUNERAL HOME, 396 Amherst St. (near…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Olensky, Maria

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Glen Spey, NY Mrs. Maria Olensky of Glen Spey, NY, died Sunday, September 21, 2008 at Bon Secours Community Hospital. She was 96. She was born March 3, 1912 in Ukraine, the daughter of the late Jakiw and the late Mychajla Sitarchuk Agris. Maria was married to the late John Olensky and was predeceased by her two daughters, Arcadia and Chrystyna. She worked in the Garment Industry in New York City as a Fore Lady. She was a member of Ukrainian National Womens' League of America, UNWLA Branch # 62 and The…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Ortega, Amy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              ORTEGA, Amy -Happy Birthday Baby Girl. We miss you, we love you. Whoever passes through this world leaves some impression on our earthly life; and yours was good and true and beautiful, like all you were and did, beloved Wife. Love, KONRAD,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Pabst, Leonard

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                PABST - Leonard July 7, 2008, of Ohio, formerly of North Collins, NY, husband of the late Julia B. (Haberer) Pabst; brother of Helen Goldsmith, Viola Davis, Dorothy Villa, Esther Smith, Mildred Peters, Richard Pabst and the late George Pabst; son of the late George and Harriett Pabst; uncle of the late Sam Pittro. A memorial service will take place at the North Collins Cemetery (Rte 62), North Collins, NY on Monday, September 29 at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are welcome. Arrangements by WENTLAND FUNERAL…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Paduano, Caroline T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  September 22, 2008 Caroline T. Paduano, 92, of Westvale, NY, passed away peacefully Monday, September 22, 2008, at Loretto-Fahey, Syracuse. She was born in Conneaut, Ohio, moving to Syracuse in 1951. Caroline was a longtime parishioner of St. Charles Borromeo Church and a chartered member of the Catholic Daughters of America. Her favorite past-times were golfing, tennis and bwling and spending time with her family. She was predeceased by her husband, Gerald F. Paduano in 1996; and son, Gerald N. Paduano in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Paul Unterweger

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Paul Unterweger, 64, of State Route 8, Lake Pleasant, died Sunday, September 21, 2008, at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady following a short illness.


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Peck, Elizabeth T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    are invited to attend a Graveside Service at Furnaceville Cemetery, Ontario on Friday, September 26th at 2 PM. Expressions of sympathy may be directed in her memory to Springwater Ambulance and Fire Co., PO Box 289, Springwater, NY 14560 or Ronald McDonald House, 333 Westmoreland Dr., Rochester, NY 14620. Arrangements by Young Funeral Home, Williamson.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Polizzi, Helen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      POLIZZI , Helen -Loved, remembered and longed for, shell be with each beat of my heart; til in Heaven were once more together, for eternity never to part. LOVE, JIM,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Porter, Howard J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        ALTONA -- Howard J. Porter, 71, of Altona, passed away Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh. He was born in Lyon Mountain on Nov. 26, 1936, son of the late Fred S. and Magdelina (Lancto) Porter., Howard was a life-long truck driver. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed NASCAR, especially Dale Ernhart Jr., Howard is survived by his companion, Betty Jarvis of Altona; four children, Fred Porter and his wife, Lisa of Altona, Chrystal and Brian of Gouverneur, Robin Lefebvre and her husband,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Powell, Carolyn E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Carolyn E. Powell of Johnson City On September 21, 2008, Carolyn Powell, 66 years young, went home to be with her Lord. She was predeceased by her mother, father, brother and husband. She is survived by her loving sister and brother-in-law, Lorraine and Len Starzynski; her niece, Lisa Black; her nephew and wife, Tom and Anita Black; her nephew, Justin Powell; great-nieces and nephew, cousins and her many dear friends. After Carolyn's retirement from Broome Developmental Center, she became a volunteer…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Purington, George H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            PURINGTON - George H. September 21, 2008. Husband of the late Nancy (nee Abendschein); father of the late Linda Gayle; brother of the late Evelyn Laure-Carroll; also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday 4-6 PM at PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (two blocks east of Dick Rd.) with service to follow at 6:00 PM. Mr. Purington was a veteran of WW II.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Pyles, Dolores E. (Twitty)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Rankin, John

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Raymond, Arnold A. "Arnie"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Raymond, Arnold A. "Arnie" Irondequoit: Sunday, September 21, 2008 at the age of 86. Predeceased by his wife Lucinda (Sprague) Raymond. He is survived by his children, Christopher (Susan) Raymond, Kathleen (Gary) McInvale, Brian (Mary) Raymond; grandchildren, Shannon, Steven and Lorraine; brother, Leonard Radzinski of Albion; nieces, nephews and dear friends. Arnie worked for Bausch and Lomb for over 40 years. His family will receive friends WEDNESDAY 1-3 & 6-8pm at the funeral home, where his…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Redmond, Anna Mae

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    will be held on Thursday, September 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the VanInwegen-Kenny, Inc. Funeral Home, 401 Broadway in Monticello. Her funeral service will be held on Thursday afternoon at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at the Rock Ridge Cemetery in Monticello. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to the Christian Children's Fund, 2821 Emerywood Parkway, Richmond VA 23294. Arrangements are under the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Reinhardt, Albert "Albie"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      REINHARDT - Albert Albie September 9, 2008, beloved husband of the late Elly; dear father of Albert Duke (Hughann), Jeffrey (Elizabeth) Reinhardt and Laura (late Kim) Cowles; grandfather of five, great-grandfather of four; brother of the late Herman, William, Otto, Harold Reinhardt and Natalie Prucker. Services will be held Friday at 10 am at Elmlawn Cemetery, Brighton and Delaware Ave., Tonawanda (please assemble at cemetery office). Albie was a member of Post 1010, retired from Niagara Machine and Tool…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Robbins, Wilma M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Wilma M. Robbins of Vestal Wilma M. Robbins, 85, passed away on September 22, 2008. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, October 16, 2008, at 10 a.m. at the Wm. R. Chase and Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango Street, Port Dickinson. Burial will be in the Chenango Valley Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, October 15, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Robinson, Mary Alice

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • RoseMarie Friedl

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            RoseMarie Friedl of Whitesville, formerly of Fillmore, went to go live with our Lord on Sunday (Sept. 21, 2008). She was predeceased by Robert, her cherished husband and partner for 50 years; a son, Timothy D. Friedl; and a dear friend, Raymond Fry. She is survived by many who loved her, Robert (Lisa) Friedl, Thomas (Dawn) Friedl, Nancy (Wayne) Rowland, Bernadette (Danny) Waters, Annmarie (John) Wise, Mary (Everett) Rose, Michael Friedl and a daughter-in-law, Susan Friedl; 25 grandchildren; 11…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Rosenberg, David J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Rosenberg, David J. Rochester: September 22, 2008. Survived by sons, Michael Rosenberg and Stephen (Anita) Rosenberg; grandchildren, Avi, Mikki, Matti, Etan, Katie, Olivia and Ethan Rosenberg; Florence and Sandy Goldstein; and Lita Zingaro. Funeral Services and interment were held at B'nai Israel Cemetery in Olean, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to Strong Regional Burn and Trauma Center. Shiva will be observed in Philadelphia. A local memorial service will be announced at a later date.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Rugge, Iris W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                the Casey McCallum-Rice South Shore Funeral Home, 30 Nelson Ave, Great Kills, on Thursday. Service Messiah Lutheran Church at 10 A.M. Interment Ocean View Cemetery. Friends will be received Wednesday 2-4, 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Lt. John Martinson Memorial Foundation, c/o Steven Martinson, P.O. Box 80452, SI NY 10308 would be appreciated. Casey McCallum-Rice Funeral Home www.SiLive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Rusciani, Martha A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  VOORHEES, N.J. -- Martha A. Rusciani (nee Bishop) died on Sept. 22, 2008, of Voorhees, N.J., formerly of South Jersey area, Clairmont, Fla., Plattsburgh and Staten Island, N.Y. Age 76. Beloved wife of the late Leonard J. Rusciani., Loving mother of, Rose Rusciani of Manhattan, N.Y., Linda Heath (Stephen) of Voorhees, N.J., Leonard J. Rusciani Jr. (Rosalyn) of Waterford, N.J., Lisa A. Tushla (Scott) of Ventura, Calif., and the late John and the late Lenore Rusciani. Dear grandmother of, William and Stephen…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Rychter, Sophie M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    September 22, 2008 Sophie M. Rychter died September 22, 2008 at the Iroquois Nursing Home. She was a resident of Eastwood for 56 years and most recently resided at the Hearth at Greenpoint. She was born in Yonkers, NY on October 22, 1919 to Walter and Mary Kruz Priest. She retired in 1980 after 13 years with Gaylord Brothers. She is survived by her daughter, Marie Remick of Marco Island, FL; her granddaughters, Laura Markley of Boston, MA and Linda Markley of Syracuse. Visiting hours will be Thursday, Sept.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Ryder, Charles H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      RYDER, Charles H. age 94 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Monday September 22, 2008 at Bethany Manor. Charles was born on June 2, 1914 in Knoxville, PA the son of the late William J. and Edith Bonney Ryder. He was a Veteran of WWII serving his country with the U.S. Army. Charles was a graduate of Lawrenceville High School and graduated from the Mansfield State Teachers College in 1937. He was a Music Teacher in Little Marsh and Westfield, PA, he worked for Eclipse for over 25 years and was the owner and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Sager, George A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be held Thursday, September 25, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at the Fischer-Scholder Funeral Home, Inc., 269 Chenango St., with the Rev. John R. Martinichio officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Salvage, Patricia DeLuca

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          11 a.m. Thursday in St. Alphonsus Church. Calling hours are today from 4 to 8 p.m. at Pettigrass Funeral Home, 196 Genesee St., Auburn.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Santiago, Gilberto Santos

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Casey Funeral Home, 350 Slosson Ave, Castleton Corners, on Friday Mass of Christian Burial Our Lady of Mt. Carmel St. Benedicta Church 10 A.M. Interment St. Peter's Cemetery. Friends will be received Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl. Memphis, TN 38105-1942 would be greatly apprieciated. www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Schofield, Rena B. (Poirier)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              SCHOFIELD - Rena B. (nee Poirier)September 21, 2008. Beloved wife of Robert P. Schofield; dearest mother of Nannette Kenyon and the late Peter Schofield; grandmother of Bobby and Kady Kenyon; sister of Dora Falk; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at St. Bernard Church, 414 S. Ogden St., Buffalo, NY, Friday morning at 9:30. Arrangements by ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 824-6435.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Sharrow, Rita V.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Siepierski, Joan M. (Lagowski)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Skunakis, Costas "Gus"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    2-5 and 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Holy Trinity St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church would be greatly appreciated. www.SILive.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Smith, Charles E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      September 21, 2008 Charles E. Smith, 93, of Canastota, died Sunday. A memorial service in his memory will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday from the Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, Inc., Canastota. No calling hours.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Smith, Donald R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Donald R. Smith of Whitney Point Donald R. Smith, 80, of Whitney Point, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2008. Services are pending with Nichols Funeral Home, Whitney Point.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Smith, Jesse Duncan

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Smith, Jesse Duncan Colorado: 2/5/78-6/29/08 passed suddenly. Survived by daughter, McKenna Marie Smith and mother, Sharon (Rob) Turlington; father, Michael (Dona) Smith; brother, Eric Michael Smith; beloved friend, Laura Bird; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Memorial Service to be held September 28th at 11 AM at Genesee Park SDA Church, 391 Genesee Park Blvd., Rochester, NY. Flowers gratefully declined. Those wishing may contribute to a college scholarship for McKenna.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Smith, Pamela Burchette

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            will be Thursday, September 25, from 7-9 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 29 E. Main St., Middletown, NY. Services will be held on Friday, September 26, at 10 a.m. at the First Congregational Church, with Bishop Debra E. Gause, officiating. Interment will be at Hillside Cemetery in Middletown, NY. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Homes, 259 Walsh Ave., New Windsor, NY 12553. Please visit our website at www.rhodesfuneralhomes.com or please give us a call at 845-569-1233.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Sprague, Hector

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              MARGARETVILLE _ Hector Sprague, 62, of Margaretville, passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008. Hector was born June 13, 1946, to the late Mary and John Sprague. He was the loving father of Ann Marie Salazar and husband, Brian, of Albuquerque, N.M., and Edward Sprague and wife, Melissa, also of Albuquerque, N.M.; the devoted grandfather of Haley, Alex and Michael Salazar. Hector was preceded in death by sisters, Eleanor, Beryl, Beatrice, Cheryl and Janice; and brothers, John Jr., and Mitchell. He is survived by…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • St. John, Philomena

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                September 21, 2008 Philomena "Fran" St. John, age 88, former longtime resident of Interlaken, died Sunday, September 21, 2008 at Northwoods of Cortland. A memorial service will be held at the Ovid Federated Church for family and friends at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, September 26, 2008 officiated by Rev. Diane Walker. Prayers of committal will be held privately at Lake View Cemetery in Interlaken. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to the Ovid Federated Church, PO Box 340, Ovid, NY or the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Standart, David M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  STANDART - David M. September 22, 2008; beloved son of Nellie Gorney and the late Raymond Gorney; dear brother of Barbara (James) Manaher. William Standart, June (Pat) Ballestri, Earl (late Sheila) and Gary Standart. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at the NIGHTENGALE FUNERAL HOME, 1884 South Park Ave. (near Tifft) onFriday at 11 AM. No prior viewing.Rev. James Cunningham officiating. Dave was a member of South Buffalo Moose Lodge # 1407,

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    September 21, 2008 Catherine L. Stephens, 91, of Manlius, died Sunday at Rosewood Heights. Mrs. Stephens received the Syracuse Post Standard Woman of the year award in 1963 and the Mother's Committee Mother of the Year Award of which she was also a past president. Mrs. Stephens was an active member of the Onondaga Farm Bureau, 4-H in Manlius, Onondaga County Dairy Production Committee and the Brown Swiss Association. She also had a cake baking business. Surviving are her sons, Peter of Washington and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Stone M.D., Raymond L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      September 22, 2008 Family physician Raymond L. Stone, MD, a charter member of the American Academy of Family Practice, died September 22, 2008 at the Benedictine Hospital after a long battle with cancer. He was 87 years old. He and his wife, Muriel maintained a home in Highmount, NY and were previously residents of Elizabeth, NJ. Dr. Stone, of Elizabeth, New Jersey, practiced medicine since 1950 and was active in state and national medical societies for over 50 years;including Union County and New Jersey…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Stranagan, Lori Jo

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        PINE BUSH _ Lori Jo Stranagan passed away Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at Westchester Memorial Hospital with her family by her side. She was born Dec. 13, 1958, in Endicott. She was the daughter of Frederic Morris and Diane (Butler) Hilts. She grew up in the Oneonta area, graduated from Franklin Central School and attended business courses at BOCES. She went on to work for the Oneonta Credit Bureau. She later met and married her husband, Maurice Stranagan Jr. Lori had an amazing ability to put humor in a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Strobele, Irwin A. "Butch"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Irwin A. “Butch” Strobele, of Millville, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008 at Highland Hospital in Rochester. Mr. Strobele was born in Batavia, August 16, 1942, the son of the late Charles and Dorothy (Mattice) Strobele. He attended Elba High School and was a longtime area resident. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and antiques.Survivors include six children, Jon of Albion, Matthew of Millville, Shawn of Florida, Kristen of Lyndonville, Adam of Millville, and Faith of Florida; six grandchildren; several…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Tabor, Rita (Hathaway)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            RITA (HATHAWAY) TABOR, 57, of Route 9N, Westport, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, at the Elizabethtown Community Hospital., She was born Dec. 14, 1950, in Elizabethtown, N.Y., the daughter of Reuben and Marie (Scheller) Hathaway., No calling hours will be held; a graveside service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at the Lewis Cemetery in Lewis, N.Y., W.M. Marvin's Sons Funeral Home in Elizabethtown is in charge of arrangements. You may leave condolences at www.wmmarvins.com.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              . Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to demunn@stny.rr.com.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Friday, 11:15 a.m. at FARONE & SON Funeral Home, and noon in Our Lady of Pompei/St. Peter Church. Burial in Assumption Cemetery. Calling Hours: Thursday, 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 1500 Park St. The family would like to thank the 8th floor staff at the Cunningham for their wonderful care and love for Alma.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Tierney, Robert P.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      September 13, 2008 Warren Sayles Turnbull, formerly of Brewerton, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2008, just two days short of his 82nd birthday. His three-year Alzheimer's journey ended peacefully at Menorah Park, where he was a resident for a year. He con-tinued to enjoy his NASCAR races, old movies and old tunes during that time. Warren graduated from North Syracuse High School, where he lettered in basketball and football. An Army veteran of WWII, Warren served with the B Battery 80th Field…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Ullrich, Richard C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        ULLRICH - Richard C. September 22, 2008 of Buffalo, NY; son of the late Gustav and Sylvia (Baudesson) Ullrich; brother of the late Albert (Elma), Sylvia (late Norman) Schlenker, Margaret (late Howard) Braun and Maddline Ullrich; also survived by nieces and nephews; dear friend of Anne Ryan. Funeral service Friday at 1 PM from the SIECK &MAST FUNERAL HOME, 250 Orchard Park Rd, West Seneca, 825-5205. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Family will be present Thursday 4-8 PM. Interment in…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - Barbara J. De Pree, 75, passed away on August 29, 2008 in the Dominican Republic after a short illness. She is mourned by her husband, Kenneth De Pree, former superintendent of the Hyde Park School District, (1970-84) and sons, David K. of Sharon, MA and Jeffrey S. of Schenectady, NY. She was preceded in death by son, Steven M. She was a resident of the Dominican Republic since 1986, but during the 14 years she lived in Hyde Park, she taught art at the Netherwood Elementary School and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Valleau, Ruth L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Valleau, Ruth L. Conesus: Died on 9/23/08 at age 48. Survived by her spouse, David Schillinger; brother, Thomas Vanderworken of Greigsville; aunts, uncles and cousins. Calling hours, Friday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at the Hindle Funeral Home, Inc., 271 Main St., Dansville. Services and Interment at the family's convenience. Contributions to Vincent House, PO Box 566, Wayland, NY 14572. HindleFuneralHome.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Vincent, Grace L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Grace L. Vincent of Endicott Funeral Services for Grace L. Vincent will be held Thursday, 11 a.m. from the Community Church of the Nazarene, 1385 Union Center Maine Highway, Endicott, with the Reverend Daniel Eddings, Pastor of her church, officiating. Burial will be in Nanticoke Valley Cemetery, Endicott. The family will receive friends at the Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 East Main Street, Endicott, Wednesday evening from 5-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in her name may be made to the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Viscione, Jean

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Casey Funeral Home, 350 Slosson Ave, Castleton Corners, on Thursday 10:30 A.M. Interment St. Peter's Cemetery. Friends will be received Tuesday 7-9 P.M. and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Dr. Theodore Atlas Foundation, P.O. Box 140998. SI NY 10314-0098 would be greatly appreciated. www.SiLive.com/obits

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Walsh, Ellen L. (Hart)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        WALSH - Ellen L. (nee Hart)September 22, 2008; beloved wife of James P. Walsh; dearest mother of Patrick J. (Kathleen), Thomas J. (Patsy), Laura (Dale) Castonguay, Paul J., Daniel F. (Charlie), Michael J. (Mollie), Maryellen, Timothy J. (Mary), Margaret M. (Michael) Moran and the late James P. Walsh Jr.; loving grandmother of 32 and loving great-grandmother of 10; sister of Charles (Marie), Lillian (late John) Callahan and the late Thomas (Elizabeth), Marie (John) Brady, Catherine (late Lew) Gerstner,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Walter Sr., William A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          will be on Friday, September 26 from 7-9 p.m. at the Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home, 117 Maple Avenue, Monroe, NY. American Legion Services will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment with military honors will be held on Wednesday, October 1 at 11 a.m. in the Monroe Community Cemetery, Monroe. Contributions may be made to Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, 800 Stony Brook Court, Newburgh, NY 12550. Funeral arrangements were made by Smith, Seamon Quackenbush, Inc.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Waltie Fortuna

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Mrs. Waltie Fortuna, 89, a lifelong Little Falls resident, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, peacefully in Van Allen’s Nursing Home, Little Falls. The family will be present in the Enea Family Funeral Home of Little Falls on Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, from 5 to 7 p.m. to receive relatives and friends. Mrs. Fortuna’s funeral will commence at 9:15 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, where prayer will be offered and at 10 a.m. from Holy Spirit Polish National Catholic Church, Gansevoort St., Little Falls, where…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Ware Sr., Jesse Lee

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              will be Friday, September 26, from 10-11 a.m. at the New Hope Baptist Church, 20 Mill St., Newburgh. Services begin at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. Coleman Briggs officiating. Interment will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Middlehope, NY. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Homes, 259 Walsh Ave., New Windsor. Please visit our website at www.rhodesfuneralhomes.com or please give us a call t 845-569-1233.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Wilde, Lonni C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                are invited to attend his Funeral Service 10AM Saturday at Lincoln Baptist Church, 4976 S. Lincoln Rd, Macedon. Donations may be made to a memorial scholarship fund for Lauren &Taylor, c/o Les Wilde, PO Box 45, Clayton, NY 13624. Arrangements by PAYNE &MURPHY FUNERAL HOME.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Wilson, Alvin Aubrey

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  WARRENSBURG, Mo. -- Alvin A. Wilson, age 72, of Warrensburg, Mo., passed away Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at the Country Club Care Center in Warrensburg, Mo., Funeral services will be Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at Vansant-Mills Chapel, Clinton, with interment in Englewood Cemetery, no visitation., and may be left at the funeral home. Fond memories may be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com., Al was born in Plattsburgh, N.Y., the son of Audrey M. and Grace Warner Wilson. He graduated…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Wistner, William J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    . He will be sadly missed. Visitation JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 335 Ontario St., Thursday 5-8 PM. Funeral Services will immediately follow. Flowers gratefully declined.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Wojcik, Regina M. (Deskiewicz)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      WOJCIK - Regina M. (nee Deskiewicz)Of Buffalo, NY, September 22, 2008; beloved wife of the late John W. Wojcik; dearest mother of Robert, James, Margaret (Daniel) Kloc, Leonard (Gail) and Janet (Gregory Wood) Wojcik; fond grandmother of 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; sister of the late Mary (late Michael) Mentel, Stephanie Deskiewicz and Casimir (Frances) Deskiewicz. Friends may call Wednesday 7-9 PM and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at The PAUL A. KLOC BLOSSOM CHAPELS, INC., 4680 Clinton St.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Wyrauch, Howard

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Howard Wyrauch died at age 89 of natural causes on August 30, 2008 in Torrance, CA. Howard was born in Philadelphia, PA in 1919 and served in the Second World War as a cartoonist who drew “The Little General” for the Army Times, which was very popular with the troops. We think his artistic skills and flat feet exempted him from combat duty. He was editor of the Fort Niagara Drum publication, which won first prize in a national contest. After standard induction, he was stationed at the Fort Niagara army…


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