Thursday, October 30, 2008

New York Obituaries 10/30/08

  • ANNA M. HARRICK

    Anna M. Harrick, 93, passed away Friday morning (Oct. 10, 2008) at McAuley Manor in North Hornell. Born in Argentine, Pa. on July 4, 1915, she was a daughter of the late John and Caroline Biega Hosick. On July 4, 1941 she was married in Buffalo to George Harrick, who predeceased her in 1989, after 48 years of marriage. Besides her parents and husband, she was also predeceased by her 10 brothers and sisters. A resident of Buffalo for most of her life, Anna has resided in Hornell since 1995 and attended…

    • Allan, Adoree M.

      (Simsbury, CT) - Adoree M. (“Addie”) Allan, of Simsbury, CT, died in her sleep at Governor’s House during the evening of October 27, 2008, after a long and exuberant life. Mrs. Allan pursued successful and satisfying careers in dance and teaching dance, in newspaper reporting and in photography. She had an avid interest in the arts and was an energetic life-long advocate for schools. Her gardens were a source of delight. She loved travel and camping and was a lifelong Democrat, hoping to vote for the…

      • Anderson, Janice E. (McDonald)

        Janice E. (McDonald) Anderson of Lakewood, N.J. Janice E. Anderson, 63, of Lakewood, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at home. She was born and raised in Endicott, N.Y. She was predeceased by her parents, Francis and Evelyn McDonald, and her brother, Gerald McDonald. She is survived by her husband, Barry Anderson; two daughters and a son-in-law, Kim De Stefano, Binghamton, and Patricia and Timothy Carollo, Jackson, N.J.; one son, Steven Petrak, Jackson, N.J.; a granddaughter, Jessica Carollo; a…

        • Angulo Iber, Diana McRae

          • Ann Carney

            Mrs. Ann (Nicastro) Carney, 93, formerly of 225 W. Main St., Frankfort, most recently of Folts Homes and Valley Health Services, Herkimer, passed away on Monday evening, October 27, 2008, peacefully in Valley Health Services, Herkimer. She was born in Ilion on September 30, 1915, daughter of the late Calogero “Cross” and Providenza (Caruso) Nicastro, and was educated in Frankfort schools. She was united in marriage with John Carney on April 8, 1941. Mr. Carney passed away on October 14, 1976. Mrs.…

            • Ann M. Webster

              Ann M. Webster, 73, of 5691 Snowball Hollow Road, died Wednesday (Oct. 22, 2008) at Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville, surrounded by her family. She was born Nov. 6, 1934, in Wellsville, the daughter of Howard and Isabelle (Whitney) Coyle. On Oct. 15, 1966, in Scio, she married Donald Webster, who survives. Ann attended Belmont Central School. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, a wonderful homemaker and a great cook. She is best known for her homemade candy. Surviving in addition to her…

              • Annette Lyon

                The family and friends of Annette Lyon are saddened today by her sudden passing on Monday, October 27, 2008. To say Annette was a special person is too small. The canvas that created her life was full of color, softness and heart. Her understated presence and warmth was powerful, validating everyone she touched. Lighting up any room she could walk into, Annette rarely left a conversation without the recipient of her words feeling better for it. She was born to the late Philomena “Phyllis” Trisolini…

                • Anthony “Tony” Abreu

                  Anthony “Tony” Abreu 74 years of 269 West Second Street, Corning, NY died Sunday, October 26, 2008 at Wilson Memorial Hospital. He was born February 28, 1934 in Corning, NY the son of the late Francis and Anna Andrade Abreu. A lifetime resident of Corning graduating from St. Mary’s Catholic School, Corning Free Academy (class of 1953), attending Alfred University and graduating from Corning Community College. He was a veteran of the United States Navy (4 years service)  and the United States Army (4…

                  • App, Douglas J.

                    Douglas J. App of Castle Creek Douglas J. App, 51, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2008, at home with his loving family at his side after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis for over 28 years. He was predeceased by his father, John App. He is survived by his two daughters, Jessica and Rebecca; four grandchildren; mother, Muriel App; brothers, Gary and Lynn App, John C. App, Christopher App; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 31, 2008, at…

                    • Arms Sr., James A. "Baldie"

                      ARMS James A. Sr. "Baldie" Age 78 of Erin, NY passed away on Monday October 27, 2008. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Thursday October 30, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Jim's Funeral Services will be held on Friday October 31, 2008 at the Funeral Home at 11 AM. Pastor Thomas Allen will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Arms. The family will…

                      • Atkins, Virginia B.

                        ATKINS, Virginia B. Age 75, of Elmira, NY passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 23, 2008 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Calling hours will be held on Friday, October 31, 2008 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2008 at 11:00 AM, at North Presbyterian Church, 921 College Avenue, Elmira, with Reverend Gary Chorpenning officiating. A private burial will take place at St. Bonaventure…

                        • Atterbury, Cynthia J. Goldsmith

                          Flat Rock, NC Cynthia J. Goldsmith Atterbury of Flat Rock, NC, died Tuesday evening, October 28, 2008. She was born in Warwick, NY to James and Mildred Goldsmith and grew up in Goshen, NY where she was a 1956 graduate of Goshen Central High School. She attended Colorado Woman's College in Denver, CO and Katherine Gibbs in Providence, RI. Prior to moving to Flat Rock, NC in 1993, she resided for many years in the Baltimore, MD area and in Rancho Mirage, CA. As a young girl, she developed a strong love of…

                          • Baer, Rudolph W.

                            BAER, Rudolph W. Age 97, formerly of Horseheads, NY passed away on Wednesday August 13, 2008 as the result of a fall at home. Rudy was born December 23, 1910 in Millvale, PA the son of the late Harry G. and Bertha Nagel Baer. He studied engineering and played football at Penn State University, after which he moved to the Horseheads area in the early 1930's. Rudy married his wife Genevieve Marie Ball Baer on January 12, 1936 and celebrated 68 years of marriage until her death on September 3, 2004. He was…

                            • Bailey, Richard (Featured Guest Book)

                              • Baker, Jeffrey Dean

                                Baker, Jeffrey Dean Batavia- Died Oct. 21, 2008, at age 44. Survived by his parents, Dean and Enid Baker; a sister, Sharon Hyback, nieces Amanda, Samantha, Kimberly; and aunts, uncles and cousins. Brother of the late Deborah Baker. No prior calling hours. Services will be Saturday at 11:00am at the First Presbyterian Church 300 E. Main St., Batavia. Memorials to National Niemann-Pick Foundation, PO Box 49, Ft. Atkinson, WI 53538 or the First Presbyterian Church of Batavia, 300 E. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020…

                                • Baker, Mary I.

                                  CLINTONVILLE, N.Y. -- Mary I. Baker, 72, of Route 9N, Clintonville, died Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh., She was born in Plattsburgh, Nov. 15, 1935, the daughter of Elmer and Evelyn (Fisher) Duprey., Mary worked at the Child Development Center on the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base for 15 years until it closed. She later worked at the Gerald B. Edwards Training Center until retiring in 2000. Mary loved working at both places. She also enjoyed spending time with her…

                                  • Balko, Kateryna

                                    are invited to meet the family FRIDAY 10:00 AM for her Divine Liturgy at UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF EPIPHANY. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Children of Chornobil ACT#107123 RUFCU, 824 East Ridge Road, Rochester, NY 14621. Panachyda Thursday 7:00 PM PAUL W. HARRIS FUNERAL HOME 570 Kings Highway So. 544-2041

                                    • Barile Jr., John Anthony

                                      • Barnes, Kevin J.

                                        Callicoon, NY Kevin J. Barnes of Callicoon, a life area resident and a retired lieutenant at Eastern New York Correctional Facility, Napanoch, died October 26, 2008 in Callicoon. He was 49. The son of the late Arthur and Evelyn Roberts Barnes, he was born January 6, 1959 in Hackensack, NJ. Survivors include two sons, Christopher J. Barnes of North Carolina and Jason R. Barnes of Brooklyn and Patricia Barnes; three brothers: Arthur Barnes of St. Augustine, FL, David Barnes of Kerhonkson, and Eric Barnes of…

                                        • Battistoni, Alma

                                          • Beebe, Josephine A.

                                            • Blauvelt, John R. "Jack"

                                              will be on Friday, October 31, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home, 117 Maple Ave., Monroe, NY. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, November 1, at 12 noon in St. Anastasia Cemetery in Harriman. Memorial contributions may be made to the Montgomery Fire Dept., PO Box 8, Montgomery, NY 12549 or Town of Montgomery Ambulance Corps, PO Box 25, Walden, NY 12586. Arrangements by Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Homes; www.ssqfuneralhome.com or…

                                              • Blodgett, Patricia

                                                • Bobzien, William

                                                  Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab, UT 84741-5000, or Nathan Adelson Hospice, 4131 Sevenson St., Las Vegas, NV 89119-6718.Visit www.legacy.com/lockportjournal for on-line guest register.

                                                • Bork, Edith M.

                                                  Bork, Edith M. Henrietta: Passed away October 28, 2008, at age 76. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert C. Bork. She is survived by her children, David, Steven (Terri), Rob Bork &Jody (Rick) Torcello; grandchildren, Jordan, Trevor, Chelsea, Corey, Nick Bork, Jake &Joshua Torcello; sisters-in-law, Eleanor (William) Lesio, Marian Nitschke; several nieces, nephews and many friends. Eadie was a mom to many &will never be forgotten. Family and friends are invited to call Saturday, November 1st…

                                                  • Bowen, Marianne

                                                    • Boyd, Frank E.

                                                      Frank E. Boyd of Binghamton Frank E. Boyd, 91, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, October 28, 2008, at Lourdes Hospital. He was predeceased by his wife, Lila Bairdwood Boyd. He is survived by two daughters, Patricia McVay, Batavia, Ohio, and Heather Boyd, Kent, N.Y.; four grandchildren, Allison Lattin, Adrienne (Lattin) Kirby, Pamela Anne McVay and Matthew Scott McVay; two great-grandchildren, Freeman Lattin and Charlotte McVay; several nieces and nephews. Frank was a retired lab technician for I.B.M. Owego,…

                                                      • Brownell, Norma

                                                        • Bruyn, Douglas Robert

                                                          will be held today, Thursday, October 30, from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the DeWitt Funeral Home, 64 Center St., Pine Bush, NY. A Church Service will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, November 1, at Hopewell Presbyterian Church, Thompson Ridge, NY, with the Rev. Robin Joy Hogle officiating. Cremation will follow at Cedar Hill, Newburgh, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hopewell Presbyterian Church, PO Box 202, Thompson Ridge, NY 10985. Arrangements by DeWitt Funeral Home; 845-744-2787.

                                                          • Burke, Catherine M.

                                                            • Butler, Francis "Blackie"

                                                              March 8, 1928 - October 26, 2008 Poughkeepsie, NY Francis "Blackie" Butler, 80, of Poughkeepsie, died October 26, 2008 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center. He had been employed by H.O. Penn for 38 years and was a general foreman, retiring in 1990. He also served in the U.S. Navy. A lifetime local resident, he was a member of Pirate Canoe Club, Mid-Hudson Model A and Restorer Club and Shamrock Club. He was a well-known car restorer. He was an avid Model A car lover, diesel mechanic, and heavy…

                                                              • CAROL S. CALKINS

                                                                Carol S. Calkins, 90, formerly of Alexander Street, a loving wife, mother and a dear friend to all who knew her, passed away Sunday morning (Oct. 26, 2008) at the Steuben County Health Care Facility in Bath, where the loving, compassionate staff took such wonderful care of her. Born in the Town of Wheeler on Nov. 7, 1917, she was a daughter of the late Elden and Alida White Stickney. On Sept. 7, 1936 she married DeMerville “Buster” Calkins. They were married for 52 years before his passing in March of…

                                                                • Capone, Ann Marie

                                                                  • Carol J. (Fleschutz) Camp

                                                                    Carol J. (Fleschutz) Camp of Sayre, Pa., 71, passed away Monday (October 20, 2008) after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her. Carol loved life and enjoyed being outdoors in her garden and volunteering countless hours for the Happy Tails Animal Shelter. She also loved spending time and playing tennis with her friends. Carol had an insatiable appetite for knowledge and even after her retirement from the Robert Packer Hospital Microbiology…

                                                                    • Carpenter, Inez E.

                                                                      • Casey, Ruth M.

                                                                        and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Thursday, October 30th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Her Funeral Service will be held there on Friday, October 31st, at 11 a.m. Cecil Roote will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery.

                                                                        • Champion, Agnes

                                                                          • Chasteen, Gerard A.

                                                                            • Clark, Margaret L. "Peggy"

                                                                              may call Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 10 am to 12 pm at the Merton H. Kays Funeral Home, Inc. 59 Monroe Street, Honeoye Falls, where Funeral Services will follow calling at 12 pm. Burial, St. Josephs Cemetery, Scio, NY. Memorials may be made to Pet Pride of NY, P.O. Box 338, Mendon, NY 14506. 624-1120

                                                                              • Cloutier, Loly H.V.

                                                                                Loly H.V. Cloutier, 90, died in Our Lady of Peace Nursing Home, Lewiston, NY. She was born June 13, 1918 in Rumford, Maine, the daughter of Joseph Alban and Mary Ann (Starkey) Cloutier. She received her education in Maine before moving to Niagara Falls in 1945.Mrs. Cloutier was employed for several years in the Payroll Department of the Carborundum Co. during the late 1950’s. She then worked in Production at the former Remington Rand in Tonawanda for several years. During the 1990’s and until her…

                                                                                • Cloyse Edward Sisson

                                                                                  Cloyse E. Sisson, 78, of Burton Street, Bath, NY died Monday, October 27, 2008 at the Bath Veterans Administration Medical Center.  He was born in Milo Center, NY, February 15, 1930 the son of Floyd and Esther Pulver Sisson.  Cloyse was employed by many different garages in Bath, NY until starting his own business in 1984, S & M Body Shop, which he owned and operated until his retirement in 2006. He was an Army Veteran and a devoted father to his children. Cloyse was a member of the Charles E. Wescott…

                                                                                  • Comfort, Kristen

                                                                                    Kristen Comfort of Bradenton, Fla. (formerly of Johnson City, N.Y.) Our beloved sister and friend left us unexpectedly October 19th, 2008 after a lengthy illness. Kris is back in the loving arms of our parents, Roy and Marie Comfort, who predeceased her. Surviving Kris are her three sisters and one brother:Judy Comfort and daughters, Karen, Stacey, Melia, Veronica, and Rebecca; Michael Comfort (Andrea) and children, Anna and Adam; Karen Comfort (Donna) and daughter, Nicole; Erin Case (Scott) and son,…

                                                                                    • Cooper, James E.

                                                                                      COOPER, James E. Age 66, of Ithaca, died October 27, 2008 from complications of pneumonia. He was born July 3, 1942 in Watkins Glen, NY. He was predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Mary Gould Cooper; his sister, Helyn; and his brothers, Raymond, Sam, Roland and Gary Lee. He is survived by his sister, Shirley Cooper of Montour Falls; his nephew, Douglas (Cindy) Cooper; his niece, Carol (Chuck) Allen; his great-nephews, Kris Cooper, Jason Cooper, and Garrett Allen; several cousins; and his special friends,…

                                                                                      • Coppolo, Gerald C.

                                                                                        • Corbo, Caroline

                                                                                          • Corey, Charles W.

                                                                                            • Coyle Jr., Robert R.

                                                                                              Coyle, Robert R. Jr. Macedon, NY: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 after a long illness at age 69. He was born in Buffalo, NY on November 6, 1938 and was son of the late Robert &Beatrice Coyle. Loving father of Annette (Mark) Desmaris, Robert R. (Elena) Coyle III, Tracy Anne (Christopher) Cretelle, Dianne M. Coyle, Kim Stewart and Joseph Coyle; cherished grandfather of Rene, Mina, Alex, Nathan, Travis, Kevin, Christina, Anthony, Julia, Rachael, Tyler, Hayden, Liam and Collin; and great-grandfather of McKinley;…

                                                                                              • Crowningshield, Larry N.

                                                                                                LARRY N. CROWNINGSHIELD, 63, died Oct. 27, 2008, at his home in Harkness, after a courageous battle with cancer., He was born on Aug. 9, 1944, the son of Nathan and Mary (Call) Crowningshield., hours will be held on Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at the Zaumetzer-Sprague Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the family plot in Jay Central Cemetery.

                                                                                                • DORA J. MECOMONACO

                                                                                                  Dora J. Mecomonaco, 102, a native of Watertown, died Thursday (Oct. 23, 2008) at Fred & Harriett Taylor Health Center in Bath, where she had been a resident since July 23, 2007. Surviving are a son, Arthur of Watertown; a daughter, Rita (Charles) Phillipson of Alfred; and another daughter, Mary Daley of Bristow, Va; her grandchildren, Mark (Diana) Phillipson of Bath, Janice (Brad) Phillipson Burdick of Alfred, Jo-Anne (Paul) Freeland of Hornell, and Julie Phillipson of Buffalo; great-grandchildren, Kurt

                                                                                                • Dailey Jr., Donald A.

                                                                                                  Dailey, Donald A. Jr. Darien, CT: Formerly of Rochester, NY and a longtime member of the Rochester Yacht Club, died in his home in Darien, CT on October 22, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Jeanne; a son, Donald III; a brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Louise Dailey of Osprey, FL and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Nov. 1 at 11:30 AM at Blessed Sacrament Church. Interment will be private. Memorial donations may be made to St. Thomas More RC Church, 374 Middlesex Road,…

                                                                                                  • Daugherty, Olivette R.

                                                                                                    may attend the funeral service on Friday at 10:00 AM at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville, PA, with Rev. Robert Witherow of East Liverpool, OH, officiating. Interment will be in Hammersley Fork Cemetery, Liedy Twp., Clinton County, PA. The family asks that memorials be made to the Free Methodist Church, 42490 State Highway 27, Titusville, PA 16354. Visit www.legacy.com/lockportjournal for on-line guest register.

                                                                                                    • Dawyot, Joseph Thomas

                                                                                                      • DeRosa, Anthony J.

                                                                                                        may call THURSDAY from 4-8PM at the DiPonzio Funeral Home, Inc., 219 Spencerport, Gates. On Friday morning, October 31, friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass at 10:00 in St. Jude's Church, 4100 Lyell Rd. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

                                                                                                        • Dean, Walter B.

                                                                                                          Walter B. Dean, of Niagara Falls, died on Monday, October 27, 2008 at home, while receiving care from Niagara Hospice. He was 83. He was born in Niagara Falls, New York on April 1, 1925, a son of the late George and Elvira (Garlow) Dean.He attended local schools and was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School, Class of 1943. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II and was honorably discharged in 1946. He began employment with Niagara Mohawk in 1948 and later to the NYS Power Authority where…

                                                                                                          • Debiew, Elizabeth M.

                                                                                                            ELIZABETH M. DEBIEW, 69, of the Pontiac Nursing Home in Oswego, N.Y., and formerly of Palermo, N.Y., died Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, at the Oswego County Hospital in Oswego, a patient there since Oct. 26., She was born in Potsdam, N.Y., Sept. 6, 1939, the daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (Parker) Perry., hours will be Friday from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home in St. Regis Falls, N.Y. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Alfred Fish officiating.…

                                                                                                            • Demarest, John

                                                                                                              • Desimone, Dolores V.

                                                                                                                Desimone, Dolores V. Rochester: Passed away peacefully Monday, October 27, 2008 at age 79. She is predeceased by her husband, Anthony S. Survived by her son, Jerold Sr.; grandson, Jerold Jr. and granddaughter, Marie. Service and interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to a charitable organization of the donor's choice in her name. To share a memory, please visit: www.NewcomerRochester.com

                                                                                                                • Detroy, Patricia I.

                                                                                                                  PATRICIA I. DETROY, 82, of Truman Avenue, Plattsburgh, died Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center., She was born in Washington, D.C., on Nov. 18, 1925, the daughter of Irving and Lillian (Dye) Hutchinson., Arrangements are incomplete at this time with the R.W. Walker Funeral Home, 69 Court St., Plattsburgh.

                                                                                                                  • Donah, Joann B.

                                                                                                                    ALTONA -- JoAnn B. Donah, 63, of Joe Wood Road, died Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh., She was born in Plattsburgh on June 24, 1945, the daughter of Earl and Rita (Mosseau) Donah., JoAnn worked at the CVPH Medical Center as a registered nurse for 35 years and was a supervisor in the emergency room., She was a member of St. Ann's Church in Mooers Forks., JoAnn held an aircraft pilot's license and loved her plane rides. She liked to knit and enjoyed traveling to the…

                                                                                                                    • Doremus, Eunice G.

                                                                                                                      ONEONTA _ Eunice G. (Goodemoot) Doremus, 92, widow of Harold M., died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at Oneonta Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Oneonta. Mrs. Doremus was born in New Jersey, and lived in Pequannock for over 70 years, where she was a school teacher for the Pequannock Bd., of Education, before moving to Oneonta. She is survived by her brother, Werden Goodemoot of Delhi; two nephews, Stephen and Samuel Goodemoot; and one niece, Rebecca Hansen. She was predeceased by her sister, Evelyn (Goodemoot)…

                                                                                                                      • Downey, Edward J.

                                                                                                                        • Downs, James P.

                                                                                                                          JAMES P. DOWNS, 83, of the O'Neil Road, formerly of the Slosson Road, West Chazy, N.Y., died Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008, at his home., Arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to the Brown Funeral Home, 29 Broad St., Plattsburgh, N.Y., Online condolences and memorial candles may be offered at www.brownfuneralhomeinc.com.

                                                                                                                          • Dwyer, Martha L.

                                                                                                                            Dwyer, Martha L. Rochester: October 26, 2008 at age 50. Predeceased by her parents, Walter and Betty Dwyer. Survived by her sister, Rachel (George) Dennis; nephew, Kristopher; many nieces and nephews. Memorial Service will be held November 2nd at Noon at the home of Rachel and George Dennis, 46 Tacoma St. Ref: THOMAS FUNERAL CHAPELS, INC.

                                                                                                                            • ELEANOR C. WHITE

                                                                                                                              Eleanor C. White, 79, passed away Monday (Oct. 27, 2008).  Eleanor was born June 13, 1929 in Auburn. She was a daughter of the late John T. and Helen C. (Friend) Sproull. Eleanor worked as a waitress at the Finger Lakes Race Track for 30 years. She retired in 2001. Eleanor served as a volunteer at St. James Mercy Hospital and the United Presbyterian Church in Hornell. She enjoyed traveling, knitting, baking, crafts and gardening. Eleanor was also a member of the United Presbyterian Church in Hornell. She…

                                                                                                                              • Eckman III, Benjamin Taylor

                                                                                                                                MILFORD _ Ben Eckman, 65, passed away Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, at Otsego Manor in Cooperstown. He was born Oct. 14, 1943, in Point Pleasant Hospital in New Jersey, a son of Benjamin Taylor Eckman Jr. and Jean Mapes Eckman of Belmar. The oldest of five, he loved his brothers and sister, Steve, Johnny, Billy and Jeanie Eckman. Ben, afflicted with heart complications at birth, spent his life in and out of hospitals. Born a "Blue Baby," he endured many high-risk heart surgeries, the first at the age of…

                                                                                                                                • Egan, Joyce E.

                                                                                                                                  and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home &Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Saturday, November 1, 2008 between the hours of 1-3 p.m. with Joyce's funeral services following at 3:15 p.m. Graveside committal services will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery at the families convenience. A special thank you to the staff of Clinton St. and Smith Rd. ARC Homes especially to Joyce's caregivers, Ann Sugs and Barbara Park, all of you gave Joyce many happy years. May God Bless Each of…

                                                                                                                                  • Erwin F. Heidel

                                                                                                                                    Erwin F. Heidel, 97, of West German Street, beloved husband of the late Lydia Wickwier Heidel, passed away on Tuesday morning, Oct. 28, 2008, after an extended stay in Valley Health Services Inc. He was born on Oct. 21, 1911, in Herkimer, son of the late Charles and Alma Kelley Heidel. A lifelong Herkimer resident, he was a graduate of Herkimer High School. For many years he was employed by the Remington Arms Company in Ilion, Norman’s Home Improvement and off and on for the County of Herkimer, retiring…

                                                                                                                                    • Fausold, Dr. Martin L.

                                                                                                                                      Fausold, Dr. Martin L. Geneseo: October 29, 2008 at age 86 years. He was predeceased by his wife, Daryl; son, Martin Samuel Fausold and son-in-law Michael McCaffrey. He is survived by 3 daughters, Sharon McCaffrey of Martininsburg WV., Cynthia (John) Schwanz of Ellicott City MD., Martin (Steven) Fausold Mowers of Fischers NY; grandchildren, Stacy (Chris) McCaffrey, Adam McCaffrey, John and Molly Schwanz, Austin, CoeDee and Georgia Mowers; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. No prior calling…

                                                                                                                                      • Felder, Bruce L.

                                                                                                                                        • Ferguson, Gloria J.

                                                                                                                                          Ferguson, Gloria J. Rochester: Passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at age 67. She was the loving mother of her 4 children, Wendy Chambers, Colleen Kelly, John Mitchell Jr., and Evelyn Sucy; beloved grandmother of her 7 grandchildren, Patrick, Tara and Timothy Kelly, Amber (Brian) Sanders, John Mitchell III, Paul and Haleigh Sucy; cherished great-grandmother of 3 great-grandchildren; and aunt to many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Friday October 31st from 2-4 & 7-9 PM…

                                                                                                                                          • Fisher, Elmer M. "Al"

                                                                                                                                            may call Friday, 4-7 PM at the funeral chapel (2305 Monroe Ave.). A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 9 AM at St. Louis Church, 60 South Main St. Interment at White Haven Memorial Park. Contributions in his memory may be made to School of the Holy Childhood, 100 Groton Parkway, Rochester, NY 14623. Anthony Funeral &Cremation Chapels 2305 Monroe Ave. 244-0770

                                                                                                                                            • Florack, Robert J.

                                                                                                                                              may attend his Mass, Saturday, November 1, 2008 at 12 pm at St. Mary's Church, 15 St. Mary's Place, Rochester. Burial, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Francis High School, 4129 Lakeshore Road, Athol Springs, NY 14010. Merton H. Kays Funeral Home, Inc. Honeoye Falls, 624-1120

                                                                                                                                              • Fraser, Douglas D.

                                                                                                                                                after a courageous 16-month battle with esophagus cancer. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years Marilyn (Usinski) Fraser; he was a wonderful father to Linda, Susan and Doug (Penny); and a devoted grandpa to D.J., Jake and Nick; also survived by a sister, Betty (late Jack) Luthringer; and a brother, Lloyd (Jane); and many nieces and nephews. He will be remembered by many friends and acquaintances for his great sense of humor and optimism (The glass is always half full). He was a retired officer of…

                                                                                                                                                • Fritz, Robert A. (Bob)

                                                                                                                                                  for Robert A. (Bob) Fritz will be held on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at the Ernest H. Parsons Funeral Home, Inc., 71 Main St., Binghamton. Rev. John Martinichio will officiate. Burial will be at Vestal Hill Cemetery, Vestal. Ernest H.

                                                                                                                                                • Fuller, Marsha L.

                                                                                                                                                  will be held Saturday, November 8, at 11:00 a.m. at the West Windsor Baptist Church, 166 North Rd. in West Windsor, with Rev. Rex A. Baker officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 7, at the church from 5 to 7 p.m. Donations may be made in Marsha's memory to Gideons International, P.O. Box 1091, Binghamton, N.Y. 13902. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.savagefs.com.

                                                                                                                                                  • Garcia, Wilfredo M.

                                                                                                                                                    may call Friday 11-12 PM at Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee Street, Lockport, where funeral services will immediately follow at 12 Noon. Interment will be in Cold Spring Cemetery.Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com.

                                                                                                                                                    • Garris, Brenda L.

                                                                                                                                                      Brenda L. Garris, of Newfane, formerly of Wilson, died Wednesday, October 28, 2008 at the InterCommunity Memorial Hospital at Newfane. She was born in Harrisburg, PA on February 4, 1950, the daughter of the late Tharon and Betty Parker Garris. She was predeceased by a sister, Cindy Stanton. She is survived by a brother, Kip (Cheri) Garris of Lockport and a sister, Linda Bisher of Cheektowaga. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. There will be no prior visitation.…

                                                                                                                                                      • Goering Jr., Warren G.

                                                                                                                                                        Wallkill, NY Warren G. Goering, Jr., age 40, of Wallkill, died Saturday, October 25, 2008 in Florida. Mr. Goering, Jr. was born February 22, 1968 in Bergenfield, NJ, the son of the late Warren G. and the late Frances (Mazzilli) Goering, Sr. He married Heidi Thorbahn August 9, 2002 in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. He was the owner of WGG Construction, Wallkill, NY. He is survived by his wife, Heidi (Thorbahn) Goering at home; daughters, Shelby & Sera Goering at home; step-daughter, Jackie Arrington of Fort…

                                                                                                                                                        • Gordon Sr., Harry C.

                                                                                                                                                          will be on Saturday, November 1, from 12-2 p.m. at Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home, 117 Maple Avenue, Monroe. Funeral services will follow in the funeral home at 2 p.m. Interment will follow in Seamanville Cemetery in Monroe. Memorial contributions may be made to Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, c/o: Children's Hospital Foundation at Westchester Medical Center, 19 Bradhurst, Suite 3060 North, Hawthorne, NY 10532. Funeral arrangements were made by Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush,…

                                                                                                                                                          • Goupil, Richard J.

                                                                                                                                                            may call on Friday from 6-9 PM at the M.J. COLUCCI AND SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, November 1st at 11:00 AM in All Saints Parish, 76 Church Street, Lockport, NY, with Rev. Joseph Vatter officiating. Military Honors will follow. Everyone will assemble at church. Flowers are graciously declined. If desired, memorial offerings may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute, PO Box 631, Buffalo,…

                                                                                                                                                            • Granger, Nancy

                                                                                                                                                              Nancy Granger of Binghamton Nancy Granger, 79, of Binghamton, died at the James G. Johnston Nursing Home in Johnson City on October 06, 2008. She was born July 27, 1929 in Rochester, N.Y., and moved to the Binghamton area in 1939 with her parents, Harold J. Granger and Virginia Adams Granger, both deceased, and her sister. She is survived by that sister and brother-in-law, Sally G. and John E. Perry, Nashville, Tenn.; nephews, Thomas G. and Judith M. Perry, Atlanta, Ga., and Ross G. and Diane H. Perry,…

                                                                                                                                                              • Gray, Mary L.

                                                                                                                                                                GRAY, Mary L. Age 44, of Harrington, DE, died Monday, October 27, 2008. Arrangements (1-800-942-2258) are entrusted to the OLNEY Funeral Home &Cremation Service, Ulysses, PA.

                                                                                                                                                                • Green, Edith R.

                                                                                                                                                                  and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home &Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Friday, October 31, 2008 between the hours of 10 a.m.- 12 noon. Funeral services will follow at 12 noon with the Reverend Donald Rockwell officiating. Graveside services will follow in Ashland Cemetery, Wellsburg where Edith will be interred next to her husband, George.

                                                                                                                                                                  • Grillo, Carmela "Millie"

                                                                                                                                                                    will be held on Friday, October 31, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at 3 Hudson St., Chester, NY 10918. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, November 1, at St. Columba R.C. Church, 29 High St., Chester, NY at 1 p.m. with Fr. John Bonnici officiating. Burial will follow at St. Columba R.C. Church Parish Cemetery, Route 94, Chester, NY. Memorial contributions in Millie's name to St. Columba R.C. Church, 29 High St., Chester, NY 10918 would be appreciated. Arrangements are entrusted to Thomas F.…

                                                                                                                                                                    • H. Gray Multer

                                                                                                                                                                      H. Gray Multer, 82, of Horseheads, formerly of Arkport, died peacefully at his home on Thursday, October 23, 2008, after a long battle with several cancers. He was born in Syracuse, NY, son of the late Bertha and Harold Multer. Predeceased by this first wife Barbara Love in 1962, he is survived by his wife Susan of 36 years; daughters Christy Multer of Glenville and Jenny Monroe of Caton; grandchildren Leah Fagerstrom, Sean Monroe, Paul Filbrich and Fletcher Monroe; great grandchildren Kaitlyn and Lucas…

                                                                                                                                                                      • Hamilton, Tony D.

                                                                                                                                                                        and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Southport/Elmira, NY, on Friday, October 31, 2008, from 1:00 to 3:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with Funeral and Committal Service there Saturday at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be in Alder Run Cemetery, Jackson Township, PA, at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make donations to Tony's family to help defer expenses, C/O Rose Hamilton, 5451 Main St., Millerton, PA 16936. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be…

                                                                                                                                                                        • Hampl, Michael P.

                                                                                                                                                                          Formerly of Scotchtown, NY Michael P. Hampl, a retired warehouseman for Wakefern in Middletown, NY and previously employed as a foreman at V.J.N.L. Unloaders at the Fulton Fish Market, and having lived in Gouldsboro, PA since 1995, formerly in Scotchtown, NY, entered into rest on Monday, October 27, 2008 at his home in Gouldsboro, PA. He was 49 years old. The son the late Joseph & Cecelia Kenny Hampl, he was born December 20, 1958 in Queens, NY. He was the husband of Tamara "Tammy" Hampl, who…

                                                                                                                                                                          • Harcave, Sidney

                                                                                                                                                                            will be held. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Norah B. Harcave Scholarship, Harpur College, Binghamton University, PO Box 6000, Binghamton, N.Y. 13902-6000.

                                                                                                                                                                            • Harpp Sr., Robert D. "Bob"

                                                                                                                                                                              PLATTSBURGH -- Robert D. "Bob" Harpp Sr., 85, of Miranda Drive, Plattsburgh, passed away on Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at CVPH Medical Center. He was born in Ticonderoga, N.Y., on April 19, 1923, the son of the late Herbert and Hazel (Bevins) Harpp., Bob graduated from Ticonderoga High School. He then went to work at New York Telephone, retiring after many years of service. Bob was an accomplished musician and played in many bands including Chet's Four Notes., He is survived by his longtime…

                                                                                                                                                                              • Harvey, Judith I.

                                                                                                                                                                                HARVEY, Judith I. Age 64, of Lancaster, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday morning, October 29, 2008, surrounded by her family, after an extended illness. A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Judith was the wife of Duane H. "Hank" Harvey. They celebrated 45 years of marriage on May 25th. Born in Elmira, NY, Judith was the daughter of Maxwell H. Wales of Jackson Summit, PA, and the late H. Marie (Lounsbery) Wales. Judith was a graduate of Williamson High School of Tioga Junction, PA. A…

                                                                                                                                                                                • Helen Maniacek

                                                                                                                                                                                  Mrs. Helen Maniacek, 89, a longtime resident of Burt Road, most recently of Valley Health Services, Herkimer, passed away on Saturday morning, October 25, 2008, at that facility. She was born on March 2, 1919, the daughter of the late Andrew and Paiza Yaneshak, and was educated in Little Falls schools. She lived the greater part of her life in Little Falls. In August 1946, she was united in marriage with Sam Maniacek; he passed away in August 1984. Helen was last employed with UNIVAC, Utica, and was a…

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Herman, F. Mae

                                                                                                                                                                                    Herman, F. Mae Irondequoit: Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at the age of 89. Pre-deceased by her husband, George Jr.; 2 brothers and 1 sister. She is survived by her children, George III (Cynthia), Donna, Gary (Mary Kay) Herman; grandchildren, George IV (Meredith), Bret (Deven) Herman, Kelli Prince, Jill (Anthony) DeMarco; great grandchildren, Maya &Coby Herman, Gianna DeMarco; 3 sisters and 1 brother; many nieces &nephews. Her family will receive friends FRIDAY 2-4 & 7-9pm at the funeral home, where…

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Holt, Luvenia

                                                                                                                                                                                      Holt, Luvenia Rochester: Passed away on October 24, 2008. Funeral Services will be held today October 30, 2008, 11 AM Grace Unity Fellowship Church, 986 Joseph Ave. G. L. Dixon Funeral Home .

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Houlihan, Patricia Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Huber, Alice Laessker

                                                                                                                                                                                          Huber, Alice Laessker Fairport: On October 22, 2008. She is predeceased by husbands, Fritz Laessker and Josef Huber. She is survived by a brother, Harald Lungwitz; nephews, Carsten and Volker Lungwitz, all of Germany. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, November 5 at 4:30 P.M. at Asbury First United Methodist Church. Private interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Hanover, PA. Arrangements by: ZORNOW-HEDGES FUNERAL HOME

                                                                                                                                                                                          • Jackman III, Winthrop True

                                                                                                                                                                                            • Jacobs, Edna Mae

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Jarembek, Michelle V. (Krawczyk)

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Joy, Kenneth S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Jubenville, Robert L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                  Jubenville, Robert L. Brockport: 88, predeceased by his wife, Virginia, in April of this year. Robert is survived by his two children, Diana (son Tristan) and Jeffrey (wife Elizabeth, and their two sons Jacob and Tanner). Born in Kendall in 1920, he lived most of his life in Brockport. He enlisted in the National Guard in 1940, and was part of the 209th Coast Artillery. Through his eight trips over the Atlantic, he served in North Africa, Italy, France, and Germany. He was deactivated in September of 1945…

                                                                                                                                                                                                • KENNETH A. ‘KEN’ SESSLER

                                                                                                                                                                                                  Kenneth A. “Ken” Sessler, 68, of Denton Road, passed away peacefully at home early Sunday afternoon (Oct. 26, 2008) following a long illness. He was born in LaRue, Ohio, on Nov. 24, 1939, a son of the late Odd Versus and Iva Lucille (Bilger) Sessler. He was also predeceased by his siblings, Ortho, Lloyd and Lowell Sessler, Rita Walters, Evelyn Runkles, Alfreda Partchemore, Betty Reeble and Wanda Sessler. Ken was a U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force veteran. He was a member of the Daniel Goho Post No. 87 of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Keith L. Cagwin

                                                                                                                                                                                                    Keith L. Cagwin, 73, of 253 Creek Rd., Little Falls (Newville), passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2008, at Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare, New Hartford, with the support of his family at his bedside. He was born on April 1, 1935, in Little Falls the son of the late Andrew and Evelyn (Hollister) Cagwin. He was educated in Newville Rural and Little Falls Schools. He was united in marriage to his wife of 51 years ,the former Diane Masi, on April 21, 1957, at St. James Catholic Church, Fort Plain. Keith served…

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Kelleher, Lois

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Kelly, Thomas J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        KELLY Thomas J. Age 81 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Tuesday October 28, 2008 at home surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born on March 22, 1927 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Edward and Frances Crowe Kelly. Mr. Kelly was a Veteran of WWII serving his country with the U.S. Coast Guard. He married his wife Beverly J. Bateman Kelly on January 22, 1950 and she pre-deceased him on January 10, 2003. Thomas was the Vice President for Chemung Electronics in Elmira, NY. He was a communicant of St. Mary…

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Kenneth Paul Rix

                                                                                                                                                                                                          Kenneth Paul Rix, 67, died at Parkview Kindred Hospital in Springfield, Mass., on Oct. 20, 2008. Mr. Rix was born on Sept. 17, 1941, in Schenectady, N.Y., the son of Antoinette (Tresohlava) and Paul W. Rix. He grew up in Mohawk, N.Y., and attended schools there as well as in Ashville, N.C. He graduated from North Carolina State University with two bachelor’s degrees; he earned his master’s degree from Rochester RPI. He worked for United Technologies, Pratt & Whitney, and Sikorsky Aircraft for many…

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • King, Gary J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                            . Donations in Gary's memory may be made to Childrens Teepee Fund, C/O Linda Gatton, 37740 Capel Rd., Grafton, Ohio 44044. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.Savagefs.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Kisker, Richard B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Kowalski, Edgar

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Landers, Stephen R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Landry, Norman J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    PLATTSBURGH -- Norman J. Landry, 73, of Cumberland Head Road, passed away Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center after a long illness., His life was filled with and revolved around strong family ties. Large family get-togethers were common events and played an integral part in his life. The unending support of family and friends during his final years helped to create pleasant and lasting memories., Norman was born in Coopersville, N.Y., on June 1, 1935, the oldest child of Oliva and Beatrice…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Lane, John Patrick

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lane, Marion M. (O'Brien)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Lane, Marion M. (O'Brien) Charlotte: Oct. 24, 2008. Survived by daughters, Deborah (Kenneth) Platt, Sharon Lane; son, John Costa; 4 grandchildren and cousins. Graveside Service Friday 11am Oatka Cem. Scottsville NY. THOMAS FUNERAL CHAPELS, INC. 4545 LAKE AVE., 663-3837

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Lanz, Florence

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Lates, Elizabeth (Austick)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            at www.oconnellfh.net,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Lauderdale IV, Walter Elliott "Doc"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Laura A. Walton

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Laura A. Walton, 94, formerly of Ontario Street, passed away Friday (October 24, 2008) at the Hornell Gardens. Born in Albion, Pa., November 18, 1913, the daughter of Thomas P. and Jessie Rumbaugh Rohrer, she had resided in Hornell since 1935. She was a member of the Hornell United Methodist Church and the former Order of Amaranth.   She was predeceased by her  husband, Ford Walton in 1999 as well as her seven brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Shirley (Willard) Hammond of Bath,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Lazzaro, Victoria E. (Hooko)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Lemieux, Evelyn M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    PERU -- Evelyn M. Lemieux, 94, of Peru, N.Y., died at Meadowbrook Healthcare on Oct. 27, 2008. She lived at 204 Davern Road, at the home of her daughter and son-in- law, Donna and Glen Pearce., She was born on March 26, 1914, in Riverview, N.Y., the daughter of Edward and Evelina Soucy., She married Roy Lemieux on Oct. 17, 1932. Evelyn was employed by Diamond International for 37 years. She was a communicant of St. Augustine's Church in Peru, N.Y., She is survived by her children: Roger Lemieux and his…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Lender, Walter Joseph

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      TICONDEROGA -- Walter Joseph Lender, age 106, of Ticonderoga, passed quietly away on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, at the Moses-Ludington Hospital in Ticonderoga after a short illness., Born in New York City's West Side, on March 7, 1902, to Charles and Margaret (Acker) Lender.Ã? One of four children, he later moved with his family to North Bergen, N.J., where his father was an elected official.Ã?Â, After an early career in automobile mechanics, Walter became a firefighter and was appointed captain in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lewis, Janice Fouquet

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        may call Thursday 4-7 PM at Jennings, Nulton &Mattle Funeral Home, 1704 Penfield Road. Janice's Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday 10 AM at St. Joseph's Church, 43 Gebhardt Rd., Penfield. Interment, White Haven Memorial Park. To light a candle of remembrance, please go to: www.jenningsnultonmattlefh.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Lewis, Jerrold L. "Bear"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          invited. Mr. Lewis loved fishing, was the grill master of the family, an avid NASCAR fan, loved spending time with his grandchildren, always had a twinkle in his eye and a smile that would melt your heart. He also was a Marine Corps Veteran, serving two tours during the Vietnam War. He had a passion for the American Flag, the United States and all those who serve and protect her. "Semper Fi". If desired, memorials may be made to "Haven House", 330 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Lightcap, Joseph A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            LIGHTCAP - Joseph A. October 27, 2008 of Springville, NY; husband of Evelyn E. Lux-Lightcap (nee Crandall); father of Henry J. (Mary C.) Lux, Donald (Pat) and Thomas (Donna) Lightcap; also survived by six grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; brother of Josephine Holland and the late Ernestine Dodge, Pauline VanDyke, Ernest and Paul Lightcap. Born in 1923, Joe was a 28 year volunteer Fireman at Mortons Corners, proud Veteran of WW II in the Pacific Theatre. He was dedicated to the VFW Post #5260…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Long, John F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              John F. Long, 29, of Alexandria, VA, died Monday, October 27, 2008 while working in Cleveland, OH. Mr. Long was born May 7, 1979 in Tonawanda, NY.John graduated from North Tonawanda High School in 1997 and from Paul Smith University in 2003. He was a longtime member of the Boy Scouts and an avid Bills and Sabres’ fan.He worked as a banquet chef for the past five years for the Ritz Carlton in various locations. He was an avid cook; he loved to cook for everyone.He is survived by his wife, Brianne…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Longo, Antoinette M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                may call on Friday from 3–7 PM at the M.J. COLUCCI and SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin on Saturday, November 1st at 11:15 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon in Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Parish at St. Joseph Church, 1413 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY, with Rev. William C. Allegretto, C.M. officiating. Interment will be held in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. Memorial donations may be made to a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Lopez, Rosa Lina

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  will be Wednesday, October 29, 6-8 p.m. at Rhodes Funeral Homes Chapel, 259 Walsh Ave., New Windsor, NY 12553. Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be Sunday, November 2, at Jardines del Recuerdo Cemetery, San Pedro Sula, Honduras. Rhodes Funeral Homes, entrusted with professional arrangements. Please visit our Website at www.rhodesfuneralhome.com, 845-569-1233.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Lostritto, Eleanor

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Lt. JOHN D. ‘BOOTS’ DAY

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Lieutenant John D. “Boots” Day, 32, of 2813 Gravel Run Rd., passed away early Monday morning (Oct. 27, 2008) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester from injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Canisteo on Sunday evening. Born in Hornell on March 29, 1976, he was a son of Joseph and Sandra Larnard Day. On April 26, 2002 he was married in Hopewell to the former Elysia M. Weakland, who survives. A graduate of Hornell High School, John also attended Finger Lakes Community College…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Lubbers, Wilhelmina F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lucia, Barbara J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        PLATTSBURGH -- Barbara J. Lucia, 73, of Halsey Court, Plattsburgh, N.Y., passed away Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center. She was born in Lackawana, N.Y., on May 2, 1935, the daughter of Agnes Wisher., Barbara enjoyed sewing, knitting, crafts and board games. She worked at Charter One Bank in the loan department and later she was self employed as a seamstress., Barbara is survived by her husband, Frank Lucia of Plattsburgh; and his children, Paulette Gregory and her husband, Gary of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Lybeck, Anna M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Cuddebackville, NY Anna M. Lybeck, a retired technician in Central Supply for Horton Memorial Hospital in Middletown, NY and having lived in Cuddebackville, NY for the past seven years and formerly in Minnesota, entered into rest on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at the Kaplan Family Hospice Residence in Newburgh, NY. She was 68 years old. She was a member of the Cuddebackville Reformed Church in Cuddebackville. Anna is survived by her son, Frank R. York, Jr. of Cuddebackville, NY and her beloved…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Machado, Miriam

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Port Jervis, NY Mrs. Miriam Machado of Port Jervis, NY, died Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Bon Secours Community Hospital. She was 75. She was born February 11, 1933 in Puerto Rico. Earlier in life she was married to Rafael Machado. A family statement reads: "She was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. It was her inner strength that made our family strong." Survivors include her mother, Ada Fuentes of Port Jervis; son, Dito Machado and his wife, Tina of Port Jervis; two…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Mamie G. Spatol

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Mamie G. Spatol, 85, of 158 S. Fourth Ave., Ilion, died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at St. Luke’s Home, New Hartford, N.Y. All arrangements and services are entrusted to Applegate-Day & Enea Family Funeral Home, 102 West St., Ilion, and are incomplete at this time.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Manfredi Sr., James F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Manfredi, James F. Sr. Greece: Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at age 90. Predeceased by his wife, Jane. Survived by his son, James (Cynthia) Manfredi Jr.; daughters, Mary Jane (Hank Manfredi) Richmond and Carol Zipp of Depew, NY; grandchildren, Jamie (Natalie), Nicole and Ashley Manfredi, Terry, William and Brian Bargy, Jodi (Timothy) Nosbisch, Judy (Kenneth) Klein, Scott (Vicky) Zipp, Paul (Mindy), Jeremy, Matthew and Jordan Pankey; 9 great-grandchildren; sisters, Yola Manfredi and Teresa (Frank) Wilcox; many…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Mannix, Kathleen Griswold

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  MANNIX, Kathleen Griswold Age 82, of Elmira, died Monday, October 27, 2008 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. On Thursday, October 30, 2008 friends are invited to the Dominican Monastery, 1310 W. Church Street, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Private interment will take place at Woodlawn National Cemetery. Donations in Kathleen's memory may be directed to the Dominican Monastery.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Marchese, Lucy M. (Mangiamele)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    may call Thursday 6-8 PM at the JOHN M. HEDGES FUNERAL HOME, 1717 Portland Ave. (at the corner of Portland Ave. and Ridge Rd. E.). Funeral Mass Friday at 10 A.M. at St. Patrick's Church, Victor, NY. A Private Burial will be held at White Haven Memorial Park. Memorials may be directed to M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center at Thompson Health Hospital in Canandaigua, NY c/o of Ruth Ann Fitzgerald.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Marquart, Patricia A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Masterson, Paul J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Mataraza, Rita Abbruzzese

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          will be Saturday, November 1, from 9-10:45 a.m. at DiDonato Funeral Home, 1290 Route 9W, Marlboro, NY. The Reverend William Scafidi will celebrate a Mass of Requiem on All Saints Day at 11:30 a.m., St. Mary's Church, 180 South Street, Newburgh, NY. Entombment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Middlehope, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Wuesthoff Hospice & Palliative Care Center, C/O Wuesthoff Health System Foundation, Inc., PO Box 565002, Rockledge, FL 32956-9928, or to the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • May, Bette Catherine (Baumler)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • McDermott, William J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • McGee, Matthew J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • McManus, Suzanne V.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  McManus, Suzanne V. Pittsford: October 28, 2008 at age 48. Survived by husband, James; loving daughters, Erin (Don Koons) Rivkind &Kelly McManus; grandchildren, Gretchen &Riley Koons; parents, James &Anne Vittorello; sister, Beth (Rich) Bottini; nephews, Bailey &Bryson Bottini. Funeral Services were held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Bryson A. Bottini Fund, P.O. Box 4868, Rome, NY 13442. To leave a message of condolence please visit…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Medrano, Delia

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Middletown, NY Delia was born in El Salvador and immigrated to the United States in 1988, she was residing in Middletown, NY since then. Delia was predeceased by her loving husband, Juan A. Medrano, in September of 2008. Both passing in El Salvador. Survivors include her sons, Juan Abraham and wife, Yolanda and their three children of Middletown, NY, Mario and wife, Elisa and their daughter of Pomona, NY, Juan Carlos and wife, Raquel and four children of Yuba City, CA, Francisco and wife, Luz Maria of Reno,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Meissner Jr., Edward

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Merlo, Rosario

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        MERLO - Rosario October 27, 2008. Husband of the late Nunzia (DiLeo) Merlo; father of Liboria, Giuseppe (Giuliana Castiglia, M.D.), Santo (Pamela) and the late Giuseppe Merlo; grandfather of three; son of the late Giuseppe and Liboria (Cottonella) Merlo; predeceased by five brothers and two sisters. Family present to receive friends Thursday from 5-8 PM at the PERNA-PELLEGRINO FUNERAL HOME, 1306 Hertel Ave., where funeral services will be held Friday at 11 AM. Mass of Christian Burial celebrated from Holy…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Meyer, Alice M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          ALICE M. MEYER, 89, of Pine Harbour in Plattsburgh, died Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008, at her home., She was born in Columbia, South America, Sept. 9, 1919, the daughter of Newton and Pauline (Gibson) Marshall., Service details were incomplete Wednesday evening. A complete obituary will be in the Friday edition of the Press-Republican., Arrangements are in the care of the Hamilton Funeral Home, 294 Mannix Road, Peru. To light an online candle and offer condolences in the memory of Alice Meyer please visit…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Michael J. Scott,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Michael J. Scott, 59, died Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, at his home in Knox. Born in Lackawanna, N.Y., Mike grew up in Ilion, N.Y., the son of the late William and Lavina Scott. He graduated from Ilion High School in 1967 and Albany State University in 1971 with a degree in accounting. He worked for the State of New York for 30 years, retiring in 2004. Mike was an avid environmentalist and conservationist.  He loved his land, his community and especially his children, his family and his friends. He was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Milczarski, Mark A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              may call Wednesday, October 29th from 7-9 PM at Zajac Funeral Home, Inc., 319-24th St., cor. Welch Ave., Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will take place on Thursday, October 30th at 10:00 AM with Rev. Jacek Mazur officiating. Burial following in Holy Trinity Cemetery Lewiston, NY.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gaztte for on-line guest register.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Miles, Lois

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Miller, Frances A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Frances A. Miller of Lewisburg, Pa. Frances A. Miller, 83, died October 27, 2008, at her home in Riverwood Manor, Lewisburg, Pa. After graduation from Sullivan Co. H.S. in Dushore in 1943, she worked in the Lopez Post Office. Following World War II, she trained as a practical nurse at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, and after several years on the hospital staff, she joined the practice of Dr. Reed and Spaeth in Binghamton. She later worked for Pierson's Office Supply in Binghamton, rising to…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Milunich, Florence L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  and friends are invited to call Thursday, October 30, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Interment will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in memory of Florence to the SPCA at 2435 State Rte #352, Elmira, NY 14903; or Food Bank of the Southern Tier at 945 County Rte #64, Elmira, NY 14903.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Miner, Peggy F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Peggy F. Miner of Morrisville, N.C. Peggy F. Miner, 77, died October 28, 2008. She was born on January 27, 1931. She is survived by four children, Pam, Tim, Dan, and Kim. She was preceded in death by her husband and lifelong love, Alan Joseph "Joe" Miner; and mother, Annie E. Frazier. A funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, November 1, 2008, at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 200 S.E. Maynard Road, Cary, N.C. Peggy left fingerprints on the hearts and lives of thousands of people. She will…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Minicozzi, Alexander "Sam"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Mitchell, Robert Jay

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Crescent City, FL Robert Jay Mitchell, 53, of Crescent City, FL, 53, passed away suddenly on Friday, October 24, 2008 in Central Valley, NY. Rod was born in Reading, Pennsylvania, the son of the late George E. and Lillian A. Mitchell. He was co-owner of Eagles Nest Grove in Crescent City, FL and also worked for KTA-Tator, Inc. as a Senior Inspector, most recently in the New York City area. Rod enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating and had a knack for making friends wherever he went. He is survived by his…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Mitchell, Sister Marion Adele

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          will be on Thursday, October 30, from 1-4 & 7-9 p.m. at Marycrest Chapel, 164 Quaker Hill Road, Blooming Grove. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, October 31, at 10:30 a.m. at Marycrest Chapel, with Rev. Joseph Doran, S.D.B. officiating. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Assumption Cemetery in Blooming Grove. Memorial contributions may be made to Parish Visitors of Mary Immaculate, P.O. Box 658, Monroe, NY 10949. Funeral arrangements were made by Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Mongeluzzi, Judith Kellogg

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Mooney, Hugh Hay

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              are invited to bring a written memory or photo of Hugh for the family's Memory Book. Services will be held Saturday, 10:30 AM at South Presbyterian Church, 4 E. Henrietta Road. Interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to St. John's Foundation, 150 Highland Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 or South Presbyterian Church. To light a candle in memory visit www.anthonychapels.com . Anthony Funeral & Cremation Chapels 2305 Monroe Ave. 244-0770

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Mulbury, Marcel F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                MARCEL F. MULBURY, 91, of Cocoa Beach, Fla., and formerly of Peru, died Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, at his home in Cocoa Beach., Services will be held at the convenience of the family., A complete obituary will follow at a later date., Local arrangements are in the care of the Hamilton Funeral Home, 294 Mannix Road, Peru.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Mullady, William A. "Bill"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  will be on Friday, October 31, from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at the David T. Ferguson Funeral Home, 20 North St., Washingtonville, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, November 1, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Church in Washingtonville, NY. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery. Arrangements under the care of Thomas A. Murray of the David T. Ferguson Funeral Home; 845-496-9106.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Murray, Winnie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Nagel, Roger A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      may call at the RUTLAND-CORWIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2670 Main St., Newfane, NY, THURSDAY 7-9 PM and FRIDAY 1-4 PM, where funeral services will be held SATURDAY at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in North Ridge Cemetery, Cambria, NY. Memorials to Patricia A. Parete Fund, PO Box 682, Kenmore, NY 14217 would be appreciated by the family. Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send a condolence to the family.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Newman, Ernest L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        . Arrangements under the care of Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home, 15 Park Street, Owego. www.emfahey funeralhome.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Nugent, Douglas K.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • O'Shaughnessy, Joan (Phalen)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • ORourke, Dawn M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              OROURKE - Dawn M. October 28, 2008; mother of Duane Steinel; daughter of Thomas and the late Lillian (Seifert) ORourke; sister of Thomas H. (Kathy) and Robert (Melaine) ORourke and eight other brothers and sisters. Friends may call Thursday from 5-7 PM at The (Buffalo Chapel) THOMAS H. MCCARTHY FUNERAL HOME, 1975 Seneca St. (825-4454), where a Memorial Service will follow at 7 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to Niagara Hospice.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Palmer, Burton S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                (Clarendon) - Burton S. Palmer, age 93, of Glidden Road, died October 28, 2008 in Lakeside Memorial Hospital, following a long illness. He was born February 16, 1915 in the Town of Barre to Seeley and Lodema (Lawton) Palmer and was a lifetime resident of this area. Mr. Palmer was a US Army Veteran of WWII and was a retired farmer. Burt enjoyed hunting, making maple syrup and was a devoted family man.He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Stella; son, James (Missy) Palmer of Clarendon; daughter, Lodema…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Peters, Frances J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Peterson, Charlene Barbara Curtis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Charlene Barbara Curtis Peterson of Sanford, N.C. Charlene Barbara Curtis Peterson, 62, of Carolina Trace in Sanford, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2008. Charlene was born in Bainbridge, N.Y. to the late Charles L. Curtis and Ruth Curtis-Hovey, Bainbridge. Charlene was preceded in death by her daughter, Ann Marie Burr. She is survived by her husband, Gary Peterson, whom she married in Norwich, N.Y. on June 30, 1990; her daughter, Barbara Ann and son-in-law, John Joseph Kavinsky, Phoenix, Ariz.; mother,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Picone, James S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Picone, James S. Rochester: October 28, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Jeanne Miller Picone; 7 children, Christine Cathcart of AZ, Mark (Tracy) Picone of TX, James Gregory (Risa) Picone of CA, Matthew (Eithne) Picone of Syracuse, Ann (Michael) Schrader of CA, John (Mary Beth) Picone of Rochester, Mary Beth Picone of CA; 13 grandchildren; also nieces, nephews, &cousins. Jim was a WWII Army Veteran &the retired proprietor of the IGA Grocery Store on Atlantic Avenue. The family will…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Pitman, Carol L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Plummer, Edgar C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Edgar C. Plummer of Binghamton Edgar C. Plummer passed away on Monday, October 27, 2008, at Wilson Memorial Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. on November 26, 1925. He was predeceased by his parents, Edgar A. and Anna M. Plummer. Edgar is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Jean; two daughters and sons-in-law, Karen (Buzz) Sawyer, Wallingford, Pa., Barbara (David) Springer, Lockport, N.Y.; three grandchildren, Kelsey, Kyle, and Michelle; brother and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Puglisi, Elizabeth K.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            will be held Thursday, 1:00 p.m. at the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc., 1905 Watson Blvd., Endicott. Burial will follow in Bradford County Memorial Park, Towanda, Pa. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in memory of Mrs. Puglisi may be made to the Humane Society, 2 Jackson St., Binghamton, N.Y. 13903.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Pullar, Frances L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Race, Willfred B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Race, Willfred B. Fairport: October 25, 2008 at age 79. Survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Patricia; children, David (Lynne Manuel) Race, Philip (Mary Peacox) Race, Julie (Stephen) Rosini &Linda Race; grandchildren, Michael, Daniel, Alissa &Curtis Race, Matthew &Megan Rosini; brother, Robert B. Race; nephews, Kevin &Keith Race. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday at 3 PM at the Fairport United Methodist Church (31 W. Church St.). Interment will be held privately in Tonawanda, NY.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Rasch, Donald Bernard

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  March 9, 1920 - October 27, 2008 Monticello, NY Donald Bernard "Buddy" Rasch, loving father, husband, uncle, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away as peacefully as he lived, on Monday, October 27, 2008 with family around him. He had been in failing health. Buddy was the son of the late Albert Rasch and Belle Feldman of Monticello and was born March 9, 1920 in the Bronx, NY. Buddy met his wife, Sunna Cooper, when she was the new schoolteacher in town who had signed up to eat her dinners at…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Reed Jr., James A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Reed, James A. Jr. Pittsford-James A. Reed Jr. (2-7-30-10-28-08). Survived by his son Geoffrey and wife Katie, daughter Diane (Hilbert) and husband Walter. Brother Peter, Grandsons Jonathan and Brian (Hilbert) and Hunter Reed. A longtime Rochester Attorney, Jim also served as the Pittsford Town Attorney and was a longtime Pittsford resident. At Jim's request, no calling hours will be observed. A graveside service is planned for November 29th at the Main Pittsford Cemetary. In lieu of flowers, donations…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Reichman, Alexander P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Reichman Alexander P. Rochester: Mr. Alexander P. Reichman, 28. of Rochester, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 27, 2008 , in Rochester. Alex was born on May 15, 1980 in Utica, the son of Steven and Rosalyn Alpert Reichman. He was a graduate of New Hartford High School and SUNY Geneseo where he received his B.A. in Special Education and Elemetery Education and his Master's in Literacy. Alex was a Teacher with the Manor School of the Honeoye Falls-Lima School District in Honeoye Falls, NY. He…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Richter, Rebecca

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Robert S. Johnson

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Robert S. Johnson, 86, of Lake Placid, FL passed away October 22, 2008 following an extended illness. He was born and raised in Painted Post, NY, the son of Lawrence and Evelyn Peters Johnson. Enlisting in the US Marine Corps at age 17, he saw combat action with the First Marine Division in the Pacific during World War II. Following military service. Bob worked for Corning Incorporated in Corning, NY for 33 years, retiring in 1981. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Esther of Lake Placid, daughter…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Roberts, Kevin M.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Rushton, Margaret Leona Keil

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Margaret Leona Keil Rushton, 85, of Albemarle, NC, formerly of Youngstown, NY, died Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at home. She was born December 9, 1922 in Luzerne County, PA. Margaret was a homemaker. She is survived by her sons, Dr. Ed Kepp of Albemarle, NC and Jack Kepp of Niagara Falls, NY; daughters, Linda Lederhouse of Ransomville, NY, Peggy Conser of Denver, CO, Ruth Ann Hughes of Wilkes-Barre, PA, JoAnn Kepp of Niagara Falls, NY; 12 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Russell, Wallace P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    PLATTSBURGH -- Wallace P. Russell, 82, of Plattsburgh died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at his home with his family and closest friend, Winnie, at his side., Wally was born on Oct. 16, 1926, the son of Joseph and Sophia (Coryer) Russell. He lived his entire life in the Plattsburgh area with the exception of his time served in the U.S. Army. He worked his entire career in the area in the automotive field. He enjoyed being involved in auto racing in his early adult years. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Salzman Sr., Floyd A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      SALZMAN - Floyd A. Sr. Of Hamburg, October 26, 2008. Beloved husband of Lillian (nee Sauer) and the late Bertha (nee Mueller); loving father of Sister Judith Salzman FSSJ, Jane (Tom) Bennett, Joy (Irv) Peterson, Mary Jo (Mark) Baum, Floyd Jr., Mona (William) Holler, Martha and the late Jill Marie Salzman; brother of the late Clayton Sr., Mildred Kaiser and Robert Salzman; grandpa of Christopher, Kimberly, Adam, April, Holly, Lisa, Eric, Justin, Matthew, Jesse and Jorge; also survived by four…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Saunders, June V.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        June V. Saunders, 75 years old, a resident of Fishkill for 41 years, died peacefully in the arms of the Lord, surrounded by her family at the Kaplan Family Hospice in Newburgh, following a courageous battle with cancer. June's life was a witness to her faith in the Lord, which never wavered throughout the pain and challenges of her illness. She found strength in her faith and helped others to do so as well. She was born February 25, 1933 in Newark, NJ and was the daughter of the late Earl and Florence…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Schade, William Bernard

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Seeley Jr., Stephen F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Southport/Elmira, NY on Saturday, November 1, 2008, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A Memorial Service to honor his life will follow the visitation. (1 p.m.) His friend, Pastor Kelvin Jones will celebrate Stephen's service. Interment will take place in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY at a time convenient to his family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Smith, Theodore J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              may call at the Connell, Dow & Deysenroth Funeral Home in Cooperstown from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening, Nov. 5, 2008, at which time Ted's family will be in attendance. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in the form of memorial gifts may be made to the Susquehanna SPCA, 4841 State Highway 28, Cooperstown, NY 13326, or to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Connell, Dow & Deysenroth Funeral Home in Cooperstown.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Sorrentino Jr., Val

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Wurtsboro, NY Val Sorrentino, Jr. of Wurtsboro, NY, died unexpectedly Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at his residence. He was 51. Val was born in the Bronx, NY on September 7 1957, the son of Lucy Petri Ventarola of Wurtsboro and Val Sorrentino of Middletown. He worked as an Engraver. He was an avid outdoorsman. He made hunting bows and was quite proficient with them. He is survived by his father, Val Sorrentino, Sr. and his wife, Fran of Middletown; his mother, Lucy Ventarola of Wurtsboro; two sisters,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Steven D. Root

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Steven D. Root, 65, of 3290 Charles Street, Corning, NY, passed away Monday, October 27, 2008 at home after a long illness. Born in Corning, NY, August 23, 1943, he was the son of Glenn & Doris Martin Root. He was a 1960 graduate of Woodhull High School and was retired from Trayer Products, Inc of Elmira. He married Penny A. Dixon, February 6, 1971, she survives. Also surviving are daughters & sons-in-law, Sheila & Michael Diaz of Goodyear, Arizona, Shari & Wayne Nutter of Westfield, Mass,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Stevens, Marie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Stocum, Constance J. "Connie"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Stocum, Constance J. "Connie" Rochester: Now reunited with her heavenly family on Sunday, October 26, 2008. Peacefully departed surrounded by her loved ones. Evangelist and Bible Club Teacher for over 35 years. Her gift of love will be remembered and cherished by many. She is survived by her loving husband of 39 years Russell; sons, Benjamin and Ted Stocum; daughter, Rebecca Stocum; granddaughter, Chloe Wyant. The family wishes to thank the saints of PCC, many dear friends and wonderful nurses for…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Stone, Melvin Kenneth

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Stone, Melvin Kenneth Rochester: October 28, 2008. Calling hours, Friday 10 AM with a Service to follow at 11:00 AM at Metropolitan Funeral Chapels, Inc., 109 West Avenue. (585)-436-7730.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Story, Marion B. (Fest)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          will be present Friday from 4-8 PM at the DANZER, DENGLER AND ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 5363 Genesee St., Bowmansville, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 5337 Genesee St., Bowmansville, NY Saturday at 10 am. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Brothers of Mercy Campus Foundation, 4520 Ransom Rd., Clarence, NY 14031.,

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Todd, Raymond E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              are invited to call Friday 1-4PM at MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 1961 Ridge Rd, Ontario. His Funeral Service will be held 2PM Saturday at North Ontario United Methodist Church. Interment Furnaceville Cemetery. Donations may be made to North Ontario United Methodist Church or a charity of one's choice in his memory. His warmth &love for people will be sorely missed by friends &family.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Toussaint Sr., Daniel E.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Travis, Helen G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Travis, Helen G. Greece: October 28, 2008. Predeceased by her loving husband, Eugene B. Survived by her daughters, Frances (Gary) Burgett and Patricia (David) Patton; grandchildren, Michele and Kevin Burgett, Schuyler and Wilson Patton. Memorial Mass Friday, 11 AM, St. John the Evangelist Church of Greece, 2400 West Ridge Rd. Donations may be made to Unity Health Foundation, 1555 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14626.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Trimarchi, Albert F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Trinchera, Philip A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Philip “Phil” A. Trinchera, 66, of Lockport, NY, died on Sunday, October 26, 2008 at Orchard Manor, Inc., in Medina, NY. Born in Batavia, NY, he was the son of Jennie (Carlino) Trinchera of Pottstown, PA and the late Anthony “Nino” Trinchera.Phil graduated from Notre Dame High School in Batavia, NY and later attended the University of Buffalo, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in History. During the Vietnam War he served in the United States Army from 1966 until his honorable discharge in 1968.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Umhofer, Michael

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Umhofer, Col. Michael Paul (RTD.) Phoenix, AZ: Passed away on October 21, 2008 in Phoenix, AZ at the age of 82. Born in Bamberg, Germany, Michael and his parents immigrated to Rochester, NY, when he was two-years-old. Soon, he began his successful climb from alter boy at Holy Family Catholic Church, on to Eagle Scout, and then enlisting in the U.S. Army, as a paratrooper with the initial glider flights into the European Theater. He re-enlisted into the Korean War where he helped found the Special Forces and…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Mrs. Wanda Erma Moyer, age 83, died Sunday, October 26, 2008, at Albany Medical Center in Albany.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Urena, J. Ruben

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              will be present Wednesday and Thursday 4-8 PM at the COLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPELS INC., 3003 South Park Ave. Lackawanna. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Victory Basilica 767 Ridge Rd. Lackawanna Friday at 10:30 AM. Friends invited, please assemble at church. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions may be given to the Hospice Foundation 225 Como Park Blvd. Cheektowaga, NY 14227.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • VanCour, Ronald

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                JAY, N.Y. -- Ronald VanCour, age 72, formerly of Saranac Lake and currently of 52 Orchard Lane, Jay, N.Y., died Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at his home in Titusville, Fla., Born in Saranac Lake, N.Y., on July 11, 1936, he was the son of Joseph and Rose (Harmer) VanCour. He married Jacqueline McGill on Aug. 24, 1957, in St. Bernard's Church., Mr. VanCour had been a lifelong resident of the area and had been employed for New York State Department of Conservation as a conservation operations supervisor until…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Van Orden, Frances

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Villa, Nellie F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    are invited to meet the family FRIDAY, 10:30AM at ST. ANN'S HOME CHAPEL for her funeral mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Ann's Foundation, Annie's Angel Fund, 1500 Portland Ave. Rochester, 14621. PAUL W. HARRIS FUNERAL HOME 570 Kings Highway So. 544-2041

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Vlahov-Bocchino, Helen Dorothy

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Walsh, Louise Bonds

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          MARGARETVILLE _ Louise Bonds Walsh, 94, of Margaretville, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, at the Kingston Hospital. She was born Jan. 29, 1914, the daughter of Pauline Frenzel Bonds and James Lewis Bonds in Passaic, N.J. She resided in Margaretville with her son and daughter-in-law for the past 15 years. Previously she lived in Elizabeth, N.J., for over 41 years, and was a cosmetic buyer at Shor's Drugs until she retired at the age of 79. She was a loving mother and was known as "Nanny" by…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Wasik, Nova Violet Hogan

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Nova Violet Hogan Wasik, of the Town of Cambria, NY, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2008 at Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, NY. She was born in Womble, AR on March 28, 1920, the daughter of Roy and True Petit (Head) Hogan.Mrs. Wasik graduated as Salutatorian from Acorn High School in Mena, AR in 1937. She did her training at Charity Hospital School of Nursing in New Orleans, LA in 1941, and graduated from Sparks Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in Fort Smith, AR in 1942.Mrs. Wasik moved to…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Watson, Kimberly A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              KIMBERLY A. WATSON, 42, of the Grew Road, Mooers, died unexpectedly, Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh., She was born in Plattsburgh, Sept. 4, 1966, the daughter of Ernest A. and Shirley B. (Neverett) Manor., hours will be held Sunday, Nov. 2, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Hamilton Funeral Home, 793 Gilbert Road, Mooers. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Monday, Nov. 3, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church in Mooers with the Rev. Gerald A. Cerank, pastor,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Weber, Margaret

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                may call Thursday only from 11 AM to 1:00 PM at John O. Roth Funeral Home, Inc., 25 William St. (between Morgan and Broad Sts.) in Tonawanda, where services will be conducted at 1 PM following visitation. The Rev. Mark Brees will officiate. A private burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Flowers declined. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peters UCC, 1208 Oliver St., North Tonawanda, NY 14120 or to Niagara Hospice, Inc., 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094. Visit www.legacy.com/tonawanda-news for…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • White, Eleanor C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Whitham, Barbara Jean (Grey)

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Wiwigac, Edward K.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Edward K. Wiwigac of Binghamton Edward K. Wiwigac, 59, of Binghamton, wonderful son, father, brother and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly at Wilson Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, following a lengthy illness. He was predeceased by his wife, Deborah; his father, Chester Wiwigac; and a brother, Steven Wiwigac. He is survived by his mother, Mary (Fenson) Wiwigac, Johnson City; a daughter, Lisa (Mark) Thayne, Va.; two stepsons, Aaron (Christina) DeShay, and Nathan (Amy) DeShay, both of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Wolk, Stanley

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Wolk, Stanley Pittsford: October 26, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Gretchen; children, Carol (Robin) Engst of Fabius, NY, Nancy Wolk (Hayne Thornton) of Atlanta, GA, Richard (Lynda) Wolk; grandchildren, Lea, Lauren, Thea and Stefan Engst, Lisbeth (John) Vavalo, Tyler (Alicia), Hayley and Hannah Wolk; sister, Laura Deane of MD; brother, Martin Wolk of CA; several nieces and nephews. Services will be held Saturday, 11 AM at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford, 25 Church St., Pittsford. Donations may be…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Wood, Margaret K.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Wyand, Fahris Elyse

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              may call Saturday, from 2-6 PM at Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home, Inc., 2 South Ave., E. Bloomfield. Her Funeral Service will be held Sunday at 3:00 at Crosswinds Wesleyan Church, 3360 Middle Cheshire Rd., Canandaigua. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Bristol. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Claire Bear Foundation, PO Box 125, Victor, NY, 14564 or the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Western New York, 3901 Genesee St., Suite 110, Buffalo, NY 14225.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Yanulavich, Alex A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                ALEX A. YANULAVICH, 88, of Marvin Street, Lyon Mountain, died Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008, at his home., He was born in Lyon Mountain, N.Y., on Sept. 16, 1920, the son of Frank and Louise (Shusda) Yanulavich., hours will be held at St. Bernard's Parish Center in Lyon Mountain on Friday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at noon on Saturday, Nov. 1, in St. Bernard's Church in Lyon Mountain with the Rev. Ted Crosby officiating. Burial will take place at Riverside…

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