| Ann Marie “Nancy” Covert, 82, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday (Aug. 19, 2008) at Millard Fillmore Gates Circle Hospital in Buffalo. Mrs. Covert was born on Nov. 18, 1925 in Lackawanna to Harold and Ann (Donahue) Murphy. She was a 1943 graduate of Our Lady of Victory Academy and later, Our Lady of Victory School of Nursing, both in Lackawanna. On Jan. 4, 1947, in Lackawanna, she married Eugene Covert, who predeceased her on May 21, 2008. Nancy worked as a registered nurse for Our… Mr. Alfred C. Weil, 76 years old, of Old Trail Road, Tribes Hill, NY, died Monday at St. Mary’s Hospital in Amsterdam. August 27, 2008 Well-known amateur golfer, Virginia Guilfoil Allen, 91, of Westvale, passed away August 27, 2008 at Community Hospital after a short illness. She was born June 18, 1917 and was the only child of Oscar D. and Teresa V. Guilfoil Jr. Ginnie graduated fromNottingham High School and Syracuse University with a degree in physical education. She was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority and taught for years at the Knox School for Girls in Cooperstown. Ginnie was a founding member of the Syracuse… August 26, 2008 Clara D. Ammann, 85, of Cazenovia, passed away Tuesday at Crouse Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Nelson, Clara was a life resident of the Cazenovia area. She was a member of the Nelson United Methodist Church. She was predeceased by her husband, Edwin in November of 2006; and their daughter, Joyce in 1961. Surviving are her children, Shirley DeNeve of Liverpool, Marjorie Harris of Clifton Park, Kenneth Ammann of East Syracuse, David Ammann, Richard Ammann, Judy Carr and Jeffrey… It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of our loving mother on June 28, 2008, after a short illness in Oviedo, Fla., at the age of 82 years. Arline was born Dec. 5, 1925, in Chasm Falls, N.Y., the oldest of four children born to Mark C. and Eva Johnson. Arline and John married in April 1945 and lived in Malone, N.Y. In 1964, the family moved to the Mohawk Valley, where the family lived until 1988 when she and her husband retired to Florida. She was a devoted wife and loving mother… Baird, Peter-Louise M. "Grambo" Baird, Peter-Louise M. "Grambo" Penfield: August 23, 2008 at age 78. She is survived by her daughter, Melissa (Peter) Schoen; grandchildren and loves of her life, Eric and Elizabeth Kruk; sisters, Dodie Perlt and Adele White; brother, Peter (Veronica) Swan; special niece, Lisa (Steve) Farley; sister-in-law, Alice Mary Swan; best friend and verbal sparring partner, Alice Szkolnik. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends throughout the US and Canada. She was a proud mother,… will be held on Friday, August 29 from 10-10:30 a.m. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, August 29 at 10:30 a.m. at the Coloni Funeral Home. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newburgh, NY. BATTAGLIA, Josita - to know her was to love her . I lost my dearest friend. Sadly missed, Love MARY PAT, . BEAN - Ann M. Age 65, of Sardinia, died August 26, 2008, loving wife of Bud; mother of DeAnna; grandmother of Julie, Alfred and Haley; also survived by many brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Friends may call Friday 3-5 and 7-9 PM at W.S. DAVIS FUNERAL HOME INC., Arcade, where services will be held Saturday at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation., BEHRINGER - Gladys V., 95, passed away on August 20, 2008. A resident of Tarpon Springs, FL, and formerly of Roosevelt and Patchogue. Beloved wife of Aloysius. Loving mother of Arthur (Jeanne), Allen and Donald. Cherished grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of ten. Services and cremation through Curlew Hills Memory Gardens, Palm Harbor, FL. will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday at the Hopler Funeral Home, 483 Chenango St. with Fr. James Dutko of St. Michael's Greek Catholic Church officiating. Burial will be in Port Crane Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home, Friday Noon until service time at 1:00 p.m. may call at James R. Gray Funeral Home , 1530 Buffalo Rd. @ Howard Friday 5-7 pm. A Graveside Service will be held Saturday 11 am at Vale of Rest Cemetery, Avoca, NY. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to Humane Society at Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Rd., Fairport, NY 14450. BEZINSKI - Josephine, on August 26, 2008 formerly of Garden City Park, NY. Beloved wife of the late Matthew. Loving mom of Matthew (Barbara). Cherished grandmother of Krista Clark (Matthew) and Adam. Fond sister of Barbara Schaefering, Irene Stachecki, Connie Mackay, the late Henry Popielarski, and the late Helen Slaski. Friends may visit on Thursday 2-4:30pm and 7-9:30pm at the New Hyde Park Funeral Home 506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY 11040. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10:00am at St.… 9 a.m. today, at the GIMINSKI-WYSOCKI FUNERAL HOME, 9:30 a.m. at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery-Geddes. Calling hours were 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, 1320 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Contributions: Hospice at the VA Medical Center, Syracuse. Giminski-Wysocki Funeral Home, Inc. 1320 W. Genesee St. Syracuse, New York 13204 may call family members for details. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to FF Thompson Foundation, 350 Parish St., Canandaigua, NY 14424, www.Thompsonhealth.com or Canandaigua Emergency Squad, Pearl St., Canandaigua, NY 14424. To Share a memory or express condolences on line please visit: www.Fullerfh.com August 24, 2008 Bernard William Bonnivier died peacefully at home on August 24, 2008. Known to his family and friends as Biff, he was an avid golfer, a member of the Skaneateles Country Club and a former member of the Dallas Athletic Club. He en-joyed boating and skiing with his family and travelled widely for business and pleasure. Biff enjoyed a forty year career in executive management. In 1978, he and his family moved to Skaneateles, NY, when he became vice president and general manager of the Singer… BRADLEY - Ellen (nee Kelly)August 26, 2008, beloved wife of the late Martin Bradley; dear mother of Joseph (Tanya) DiPasquale; step mother of Jo Jennifer Goldsmith, Martin Jr., James and John Bradley; loving grandmother of Arlo and Roman DiPasquale; step grandmother of Danielle, Michael, Allison, Jonathan, Dylan I, Dylan II and James Bradley; step great-grandmother of Laurel, Earl and Joelle; dear sister of Joan (Dr. Leo) Kane; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends at the KOLANO… BRADY - Edward R. August 27, 2008; beloved fiancee of Janie Johnston; dear son of Evelyn and the late Richard Sarge Brady; dear brother of Virginia (late Patrick) Bonner, Donna (Dennis) Teagarden, Barbara Brady, Chuck (Ginny) Brady, Kathy(Jim) Walterich, Tank Brady, Patricia (Michael) Aquino and David (Cheryl) Brady; survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and and great-nephews. Friends received Friday 4-8 PM at the NIGHTENGALE FUNERAL HOME, 1884 South Park Ave. (near Tifft), where services will… Formerly of Middletown, NY Betty G. Breakell, 84, of Guilderland, NY, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Middletown, NY, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Lillian Rosemund Graham. Betty lived in Middletown for most of her life before her retirement. She worked in accounting for O & W Railroad before transferring to work for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy as a computer programmer/systems analyst where she helped in developing one of the first… Lee Ann Briggs of Gardnerville, Nev. Lee Ann Briggs (Millen), of Gardnerville, Nev., formerly of Binghamton, N.Y., passed suddenly on June 20, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Briggs, Gardnerville, Nev.; her mother, Frances Millen, Mobile, Ala.; two sisters, Joyce and Fred Simmons and Gail and Jim Maycock, both of Mobile Ala.; one brother, Robert Jerry and Charlotte Millen, Maine, N.Y.; a sister-in-law, Kathy And Peter Manzo; one brother-in-law, Jack and Tanya Briggs; and several cousins,… LEWIS -- Ronald R. (Tommy) Brown, died Monday, Aug. 25, 2008, at his home in Lewis following a long battle with cancer., He was born in Vermont on March 6, 1924, the son of Leonard and Lena Pulsifer., Tommy, along with his wife, Anna, owned and operatedÃ? Tommy's Restaurant in Lewis from 1945 to 1992.Ã? Tommy was a past supervisor of the Town of Lewis from 1974 to 1979.Ã? In 1979, he went to work as an aide to Sen. Ronald Stafford., He was an original incorporation member… August 26, 2008 Thomas J. Brown, 62, of Lacona, died August 26, 2008, at V.A. Medical Center in Syracuse. Graveside services with military honors will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Boylston-Wesleyan Cemetery, Lacona with Rev. Perry Case officiating. There will be no calling hours. A reception will follow at Cable Trail V.F.W. Salisbury St., Lacona. Arrangements by Summerville Funeral Home, Sandy Creek. Brundidge, Arline F. (Conklin) and friends are invited to gather at the Millerton Wesleyan Church, Route # 328, on Saturday, August 30, 2008, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 (noon). Her coronation will be celebrated following the visitation (12 noon). Her Pastor and friend, the Reverend Laurie Greenlaw will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Millerton Wesleyan Church, Route # 328 Millerton, PA 16936. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira. A… will be present Thursday evening 7-9 and Friday 2-4, 7-9. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, August 30 at 10 AM in St. Philip the Apostle Church, 950 Losson Rd., Cheektowaga. Flowers gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Our Lady of Fatima National Shrine, Lewiston, NY, PO Box 167, Youngstown, NY 14174., BUSCH, Rev. Philip M. - Happy Birthday, Phil. 14 months ago you went away; love &miss you more every day. YOUR WIFE ROBYN, Formerly of Pine Island, NY Maureen Bush, 62, formerly of Pine Island, NY, passed away peacefully at her home in Lake Worth, FL on Friday, August 22, 2008 surrounded by her loving family. After a courageous 6 year battle with cancer, she is now at peace, leaving behind her best friend and loving husband of 26 years, Paul; her loving son, Nick Napolitano of Houston, TX, formerly of Middletown, NY, and her step-son, Keith Bush and wife, Christina of California; grandson, Conner and granddaughter, Marissa. She… Cecilia Johantgen, 101, of 1878 Main Street, passed away early Monday evening (Aug. 25, 2008) at her home. Mrs. Johantgen’s funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the St. George-Stanton Funeral Home, 109 W. Naples St., Wayland, in Wednesday’s edition of The Evening Tribune. August 26, 2008 Mary Ann Camilli Callura, 77, of Syracuse, passed away Tuesday at St. Joseph's Hospital. A life resident of Syracuse, she retired from Church & Dwight after 25 years. Her greatest joy was her family especially her grandchildren. Our fondest memories are the countless Sunday dinners and holidays we all shared. Mary Ann is survived by her two daughters, Rosemary (Frank) Daniszewski of Camillus and Cathy (Michael) Bruzdzinski of Denver, Colorado; two sons, Charles Callura of Atlanta,… CAMPBELL, Aurelia B. Passed away at Bethany Manor on Wednesday morning, August 27, 2008 following an illness. Services will be announced in Sunday's edition. CARUCCIO - Mary, 85, died Monday evening, August 25, 2008 in Kernersville, NC after a long illness. Born in Bayville, NY, she resided in Glen Cove, NY over 50 years. She is survived by her five daughters: Sally Sprague, Joan Renaldo, Linda Trombley, Barbara Campbell, Mary Jo Caruccio, and eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Good Shepard Catholic Church, Holbrook, NY on Friday, August 29. 2008. Burial will follow at Veterans National Cemetery, Calverton,… CHMIELOWIEC - Stanley August 26, 2008 of Lackawanna, NY; beloved husband of Virginia (nee May); dearest father of Thomas (Dawn), Robert (Judy) and Richard; loving grandfather of Robert (Kerri), David, Kate and Thomas Jr.; loving great grandfather of Hanna, Jack and Rylee; son of the late Michael and Jenny (nee Piekarski) Chmielowiec; brother of the late Alfred (Irene); also survived by many nieces and nephews. Services from THE COLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPELS, INC. 3003 South Park Ave., Lackawanna NY, Friday… SARANAC -- Wilhelmine "Nancy" Christian, 80, formerly of McCutchen Lane, died Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh., She was born in Wiesbaden, Germany, on April 11, 1928, the daughter of Franz and Wilhelmine (Risch) Feix., She married Gordon K. Christian on Jan. 25, 1958, in Wiesbaden, Germany. He passed away on Dec. 28, 1995., Nancy and Gordon moved to the United States in 1958, and she became a U.S. citizen in August of 1968., Nancy was a member of the Saranac… August 26, 2008 John V. Ciborowski, 83, of Syracuse, died on Tuesday at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. Mr. Ciborowski retired from Bristol Myers-Squibb in 1985 and formerly worked for the NY Central Railroad. Hewas a communicant of Transfiguration Church, an avid sports fan and enjoyed the outdoors. He is predeceased by his son John who died in 2005 and a sister Sophie Brzostek. He is survived by his wife, Jane (Popielarski); son, Michael (Nancy) of… COLAVECCHIA, Mafalda -Missing you on your birthday. You are always in our hearts. We love and miss you. YOUR FAMILY, COLLINS - Robert (Bobbie), long time resident of Hempstead. Loving husband of Catherine (Waxie). Son of Leatrice and the late George. Father of Jawaan, Marcel and Malanna. Grandfather of five. Viewing Friday August 29, 2008 4-7pm. Religious Service following at 7pm at The Carl C. Burnett Funeral Home, 456 So. Franklin St., Hempstead, NY. Interment Saturday 10am Greenfield Cemetery, Hempstead, NY. COYLE - Christopher M., of Long Beach, N.Y. on August 26, 2008 in his 34th year. Beloved son of Michael and Maureen. Loving brother of Terri Famularo (Vincent), Michael (Doreen) and Brian (Christina). Loving uncle of five nephews and his adored niece Madeline. The family will receive friends today (Thursday) 2-4 and 7-9pm at the Christopher T. Jordan Funeral Home 302 Long Beach Road Island Park, N.Y. Funeral Mass Friday 10am St. Ignatius Martyr R.C. Church Long Beach, N.Y. Private cremation to follow. In… CRISERA - Nathaniel F., of North Babylon, L.I. on August 26, 2008. Owner and Founder for 55 years of Auromet Corporation of Hempstead, L.I. Beloved husband of Dorothy M. Crisera. Devoted father of Catherine M. (Jim) Ellison, Joseph H. (Carol) Crisera, Dr. Christopher J. Crisera and Dr. Peter Nathaniel (Palma) Crisera. Cherished grandfather of Amie M., Joseph N., Richard A., Christopher J., Christopher N. Crisera, Jr. and Robert and Christina Delahanty. Proud great-grandfather of Katelyn, Charles, Amelia and… CRONIN - Timothy J., of Brentwood in his 86th year, on August 26th, 2008. Retired Registered Nurse at Northport VA. Hospital, with over 35 years of service and US Army WWII Veteran. Loving husband of the late Helen. Dear brother of the late Margaret (Denis) Murphy, and the late Anna (George) Manning. Fond uncle of Kay Goalwin, Peggy Murphy, Denise (Frederick) Scheer, Eileen (Gerard) Porter, Mary Murphy, Patricia Murphy and the late Denis Timothy Murphy. Great uncle of 16 nieces and nephews and the late Dawn… CROSSON - Helen W. (nee Wysocki)Of Depew, August 27, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Edward; devoted mother of James and her niece, Judith; dear sister of the late Joseph (Lorraine) Wysocki; aunt of Phyllis Elbers; also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation in the CICHON-BORGOSZ FUNERAL HOME INC., 4929 Broadway, Depew, Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Augustine Church, 425 Penora St. on Saturday at 10 AM. Please assemble at church., will be held at the J.F. Rice Funeral Home, Inc., 150 Main St., Johnson City, Friday at 9:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. at St. James Church, where a Funeral Mass will be offered. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 4-7 p.m. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to St. James Church Memorial Fund, 147 Main St., Johnson City, N.Y. 13790, in Lottie L. Cuchiara's memory. Cynthia Sincoski, 79, of Tiverton, R.I., passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home on Tuesday, Aug. 26. She was the beloved wife of the late Stanley W. Sincoski. They were married for 56 years. Cynthia was born in Little Falls, N.Y., the daughter of the late Byron and Frances (Eldridge) Waters. Mrs. Sincoski was predeceased by her oldest daughter, Jane Marie Sincoski Conlon. She is survived by her three children, son Jeffrey of Charlestown R.I., son David of Scituate, Mass., and a daughter Carrie… D'ANIELLO - Rachel R., of Valley Stream, N.Y. on August 27, 2008 in her 76th year. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Loving mother of Valerie Gembecki (Joseph), Frank and the late Camille. Devoted sister of Nilsa Lewis, Angelica Epstein, Samuel and David Ramirez and the late Daniel. The family will receive friends Thursday 2-4 and 7-9pm at The Christopher T. Jordan Funeral Home. Funeral Mass Friday 9:15am Sacred Heart Church, Island Park, N.Y. Interment Calverton National Cemetery. www.jordanfh.com Dennstedt, Norbert Charles Gates: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at age 78. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Mary (Elward); children, Douglas (Rita DeSantis) and Nancy (Jeffrey Allen); grandchildren, Jake and Dana Dennstedt; sisters and brothers-in-law, Virginia Dennstedt, Bernard and Ann Elward, Margaret Elward; many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Edward and Elsie (Odlund); brothers, Edward, Roland and Carl Dennstedt; sister, Lois Metherell; Norbert was a Korean War veteran and a… DIRSHEDL, Karl - Happy Birthday Fatt Cat, Love you, wife Bernette, DOANE, Delores Age 91, surrounded by her loving family, Delores was called home to be with her Lord on Monday, August 25, 2008, in St. Joseph's Skilled Nursing Facility. Until recently, Delores resided on South Ave. in Elmira. She was predeceased by her parents, Herman R. and Leah G. Austin Dial, revered sons, Terrance Skoreski, Dial Skoreski and her beloved daughter, Candace Skoreski. Surviving is her loving family, daughter, Gloria and Willie Crumb, Pine City; son, Kurt Skorczewski, Elmira;… will be at Good Counsel Convent, 52 N. Broadway, White Plains, NY on Thursday, August 28, from 4-8 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, August 29, at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of the Divine Compassion. Internment will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, White Plains. Memorial donations may be made to the Sisters of the Divine Compassion, 52 N. Broadway, White Plains, NY 10603. McMahon, Lyon & Hartnett Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. DORUSHKIN - Faldaene, of Merrick, on August 27, 2008, age 41. Beloved wife of Ronald. Loving mother of Zac and Samantha. Cherished sister of John Mikes (Allison). Adored daughter of George and Panagiota Mikes, and daughter-in-law of Estelle and Allan Dorushkin. Caring aunt of Cameron, Morgan, Brooke and Matthew. Reposing at Massapequa Funeral Home Inc. South Chapel (c/o Whitewood Dr.) 4980 Merrick Rd, Massapequa Park, NY 11762 Thursday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30pm. Religious Service Friday 10:30am at St. Demetrios… Middletown, NY Sarah C. Dyer, of Middletown, died Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at Park Manor Rehabilitation & Healthcare Ctr., Middletown, NY. She was 90. Sarah was born in Sussex, NJ on May 6, 1918, the daughter of the late Ernest William and Viola Rutan Dyer. She retired as a Registered Nurse at Horton Memorial Hospital, Middletown and she was a member and past Elder of First Presbyterian Church, Middletown. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon wife of Anthony Perna, Sr. of Middletown; two… Ernest Lewis Enke, 74, of One Howe Terrace, passed away Tuesday (Aug. 26, 2008) at the Highland Healthcare Center, Wellsville. He was born March 11, 1934 in Emerson, Neb., the son of the late Irwin and Dorothy (Hansen) Enke. On June 11, 1963 in Kenyon, Minn., he married the former Bonnie Ring, who survives. Ernie received a B.S. in 1955 and a M.A. in 1960 from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. He attended New York University Law School and received a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois in 1967. His… EBERSPACHER - Donna F., longtime resident of St. James. Member of the Catholic Daughters of Sts. Philip & James R.C. Church. Wife of the late William F. Beloved mother of William H. and Donna V. Eberspacher. Cherished grandmother of Bill Tsoucalas. Friends may call at the Hawkins & Davis Funeral Home, 17 Manor Rd., Smithtown today, Thursday, from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Religious Service 3:30pm. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10am at Sts. Philip & James R.C. Church. Interment St. Charles Cemetery. EFSTATHIOU - George S., of Massapequa on August 26, 2008. Husband of Eleni and of the late Klio. Father of Steven, Chris, Alexia, and Georgette Wolf- Ludwig. Brother of Costas, Efstathia Constanti, Paraskevou Savva, and Maria Xenophon. Grandfather of Angelina- Klitoula, Nicholas Ludwig and Moriah Ludwig. Co-owner of The Nautilas Diner, Massapequa, for 40 years. Reposing at Massapequa Funeral Home Inc. South Chapel, 4980 Merrick Rd. (c/o Whiteweod Dr.) Massapequa Park, Friday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30pm. Religious… will be receiving relatives and friends Thursday 7-9 PM and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the SIECK &MAST FUNERAL HOME, 250 Orchard Park Rd., West Seneca 825-5205. A funeral mass will be held Saturday at 9:30 AM at St. Bonaventure Church (Please assemble at Church) Pat was true friend of animals and humans alike. Memorials may be made to the Erie County SPCA., Alice L. (Lowery) Erway of Penn Yan, N.Y. Alice L. (Lowery) Erway, age 80, of Penn Yan, N.Y., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26, at home surrounded by her husband and children. Alice was born and raised in Elmira, N.Y., and was a longtime resident of Apalachin, N.Y. She was the beloved wife of 62 years to Harry G. Erway, Jr. of Penn Yan, and the devoted mother of 8 children. She was predeceased by two sons, Michael in 1950 and Tim in 1996. She is survived by her husband, (Slim); and her… may attend a Memorial Mass 10:30 AM Friday, Sept. 5th at St. Boniface Church, 330 Gregory Street, immediately followed by a reception at the German House. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may contribute to New England Home for Little Wanderers, 271 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA, 02115. Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home FEDERBUSH - Rose (nee Dudick), on August 25, 2008 at the age of 75, of Howard Beach, NY. Beloved wife of George Federbush. Loving mother of Scott, Floyd and (Marla) Federbush and Marla and (Todd) Esan. Cherished grandmother of Brett, Nicole and Alex. Services today 2pm at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Glendale, NY. . Donations may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute, corner of Elm and Carlson Sts., Buffalo, NY 14263 in Johns name. Arrangements by THE COLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPELS, INC., Fess, Albert E. Rochester: August 25, 2008 at age 89. Survived by his wife, Sue Fess; his children, Carol &Geoff Helfond, Peggy &Gordy Fox, Edward &Connie Fess, &David Fess; 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Alice Fess; brother-in-law, David McGimsey; many nieces &nephews. Albert was a WWII Army veteran &Kodak retiree. The family will receive friends to share memories THURSDAY from 5-8 at CRAWFORD FUNERAL HOME (495 N. Winton Rd., between Browncroft &… FILES - Helen, of Farmingdale on August 26, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Edwin. Loving mother of Patricia Crispino (James), Nancy Yander (William), Karen Kosak (John) and the late Joann Dunn and Laura Files. Cherished grandmother of seven grandchildren. Loving brother of George DeSotle. Reposing at the Massapequa Funeral Home Inc., (North Chapel) 1050 Park Blvd, (at Clark) Massapequa Park Friday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30pm. Funeral Mass Saturday Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church, Massapequa Park 10:45am. Interment… Mr. Fred M. Lawyer, 86, of Bridge Street, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008, at St. Johnsville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. He was born April 29,1922, in Hartford, son of the late Peter and Clara (Vincent) Lawyer. On May 27, 1950, he was joined in marriage with Shirley Dingman. At the age of 20, Fred enlisted in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in 1946. For over 20 years he was employed with Beech Nut in Canajoharie. He was also employed at Palatine Dye for many years. In… Mrs. Norma Emma Freeland, of the Town of Porter, died Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at home, following a short illness. Norma was born in Buffalo, NY on October 14, 1926, the daughter of the late Raymond and Mary Martha (O'Hara) Klipfel.She was a member of Lutheran Church of the Messiah, Lewiston, NY.Norma was employed as a social worker at Niagara County Department of Social Services, Niagara Falls, NY for 20 years, prior to retiring in 1993. Norma enjoyed square dancing, camping, reading, gardening and… Glee F. “Butch” Turner, Jr., 55 of 11 Fifth Street, passed away Monday (Aug. 25, 2008) at McAuley Manor, Hornell. Born in Rochester, July 8, 1953, the son of Glee and Dolores Sanford Turner, he had resided for a time in Rochester, but in Canisteo most of his life. He is survived by his wife, Eloise Spangenberg Turner of Canisteo; his mother, Dolores Turner of Bradford; his sister, Lorraine Turner of Bradford; his brother, Charles “Cubby” Turner of Washington state; four step-daughters, Mary Howell… GALPINE - Edward, age 82, succumbed to a long illlness on August 25, 2008. Edward was a life long resident of Brooklyn. He spent his last days in Margate, FL with his son Edward and grandchildren. He served our country in the Korean War. In addition, he won a medal of honor for stopping a robbery in NY when he was in his late 30's. He is survived by his children Edward and William and six grandchildren. He will be sorely missed. The wake will be held on Thursday, August 28 from 2-4pm and 6-9pm. Viewing… Garguiolo, Edith M. (Pennachi) will be present at the MICHAEL A. DiVINCENZO FUNERAL HOME, 1122 E. Lovejoy St., Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at the Parish Community of St. Katharine Drexel, 135 N. Ogden St., Saturday morning at 10 AM. Please assemble at church. Edith was a member of the Altar and Rosary Societies of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Agnes Churches and St. Agnes Seniors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospice Foundation, 225 Como Park… hours are from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, at Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home 130 Highland Ave., Middletown. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 29 at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Middletown. Burial will follow in the family plot at St. Joseph's Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society , 419 East Main St. Middletown, NY 10940. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home;… Garland, Daniel R. Jr. Rochester: August 26, 2008, at age 49. Survived by parents, Daniel Sr. and Roberta Garland; sister, Michelle Angell; nephew, Michael Angell; dear friend, Lisa Longwell; aunts, uncles &cousins. Calling hours Friday 4-8 at Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, Village Location, 41 S. Main St., Fairport . Funeral Mass Saturday 9 AM at Assumption Church. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider the DePaul Center at Edgerton Square, 435 Dewey Ave., Rochester, NY… Dorothy M. Giffin, formerly Kay, passed away peacefully in her home in Southport, NC on July 18, 2008. She was 88.The former Dorothy Elliott was born in Toronto, Ontario, before coming to Niagara Falls in 1959. She worked for 15 years at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center in the Admitting Department and also as a volunteer. She obtained her U.S. Citizenship at the age of 80. She and her loving husband of 20 years, Douglas H. Giffin had homes in Niagara Falls and Clearwater, FL, before moving to Southport… may call Fri., Aug. 29th from 12-4 pm and 7-9 pm at Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC., 98 N. Main St., Perry where Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 10 am. Burial will be in the West Perry Cemetery in Perry. Memorials to the First United Methodist Church in Perry or to the Constellation Lodge #404 in Perry. GOOCH - Frank Of Akron, NY; entered into rest August 24, 2008; loving wife of Betty (Windnagle) Gooch; dear father of Rev. Dale (Laurie), Kevin (Cheri) and Gary Gooch; grandfather of several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother of Betty M. Windover, Helen Rienig, Marilyn Nebrich, Clifford Gooch and the late William, Edward, Mary and James Robert Gooch; uncle of several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held on Saturday 11 AM, August 30, 2008 in the Emmanuel Baptist Church, 190 Oak… Gorny, Lorraine L. (Trawinski) GRADY, Patrick - Happy 58th Birthday. You are so missed, we keep you in our thoughts and prayers. LOVE, MOM &DAD, Grinsell - Lois A. (nee Britt)August 26, 2008 of Boston, NY. Wife of the late Grover T. Grinsell. Mother of Jeanette Robischon, Michael (Marcy) Christopher, Patricia Coch, and the late Susan Grinsell. Grandmother of eleven grandchildren and one great grandchild. Sister of Grace Stevens of Florida and Daniel Carroll III of Hamburg. Family will receive friends Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the WURTZ FUNERAL HOME, 9287 Boston St. Rd., Boston, NY where funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 AM. Friends… Brenda J. Martin Grover, born November 6, 1949, of Lockport, passed away at home August 24, 2008. She is survived by her best friend, Bob Fraiser of Lockport; two sisters, Linda (Junior) Fletcher of Baton Rouge, LA and Donna (Roy) Mulina of Mobile, AL; also survived by several cousins in the Lockport and Middleport areas; several nieces, nephews, great- nieces and nephews in Largo, FL, Baton Rouge, Clinton, Watson, LA and also survived by several dear friends. Brenda was predeceased by her mother, Glenna J.… Anne C. Grycrek of Johnson City Anne C. Grycrek of Johnson City, formerly of Kane, Pa., went to be with her Lord, Tuesday morning, August 26, 2008, at the Susquehanna Nursing Center. She was predeceased by her parents, Stephen and Eva Grycrek; and a brother, Joseph Grycrek. She is survived by a sister, Mary Grycrek, Johnson City; a sister-in-law, Romayne Grycrek, Fla.; one nephew, two great-nieces, and several cousins. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church, Johnson City, a member of the Nocturnal… Callicoon, NY Mr. Richard John Guevrekian of Callicoon Center, NY died Sunday August 24, 2008 in his home. He was 52. He was born August 10, 1956 in Queens, the son of Jack Guevrekian, now deceased, and Irma Guevrekian. Surviving are his daughter, Samantha Guevrekian, and his sister, Nadine Tinger. After 20 years in medical equipment sales, Richard left a lucrative career in order to fulfill a lifelong dream of becoming a teacher. He taught high school mathematics most recently at Livingston Manor Central… HOOEY Robert H. Age 84 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Wednesday August 27, 2008. Mr. Hooey owned and operated Bob Hooey's Service Station in Elmira Heights, NY for several years and worked part-time at Twin Tier Tires. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mr. Hooey through memorials to the Big Flats Historical Society, 258 Hibbard Rd., Big Flats, NY 14845. Haight Jr., Seward Miles "Mike" HAIGHT, Seward Miles "Mike" Jr. 90, of Beverly, MA, formerly of Towanda and Troy, PA, passed away August 20, 2008 at Ledgewood Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center, Beverly, MA, following a lengthy illness. Mike was born June 9, 1918 in Mountain Lake, Bradford County, PA. He was the seventh child of nine born to Ethel and Seward M. Haight Sr. At the age of five he moved with his family to Luther's Mills, where he attended elementary school. He attended Troy High School and graduated in… may call at the RUTLAND-CORWIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1708 Pallister Ave., Barker, NY FRIDAY 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held SATURDAY at 2:00 PM at Faith United Methodist Church, 1449 Quaker Road Barker, NY. Burial will be in Somerset Cemetery. Memorials to Faith United Methodist Church would be appreciated by the family.Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send a condolence to the family. Thomas Edwin Haley passed away August 27, 2008 in Lockport Memorial Hospital, after a lengthy illness. Born March 4, 1934 in Buffalo, he was the son of Edward and Emma (Schultz) Haley.Thomas served in the US Army. He also worked for Harrison Radiator in production retiring in 1988. Thomas was a faithful Buffalo Bills and LA Dodgers fan. He enjoyed the times spent with his children and grandchildren, especially holidays.Thomas is survived by his wife and devoted caregiver, Michele (Vermette) Haley of… Elinor E. Hane of Whitney Point Funeral Services for Elinor E. Hane will be held Thursday, August 28, 2008, at 2 p.m. at the Community Bible Church. The Rev. Gordon Warner Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at the Riverside Cemetery in Whitney Point. Arrangements by the Wm. R. Chase &Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St., Port Dickinson. Those wishing, kindly consider memorial contributions to either:the Gideons International, PO Box 1091, Binghamton, N.Y. 13902 or the Whitney Point Preschool and Daycare,… will be on Friday, August 29 from 5-8 p.m. for Cecilia along with a memorial visitation for her daughter Melissa at the Doulin Newburgh Funeral Home, Inc. Funeral service will be Saturday, August 30 at 10 a.m. at Doulin Newburgh Funeral Home, Inc. with burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Pets Alive, 363 Derby Rd., Middletown, NY 10940 or Dutchess County SPCA, 636 Violet Ave., Hyde Park, NY 12538 or The Nora Cronin Presentation Academy, 880 Jackson Ave., New Windsor, NY 12553.… Private at convenience of family. Nelson Funeral Home has care of arrangements. Heard, Thomas E. Jr. Albion: Age 86, 8/26/08. Mr. Heard was a former Vice President and Branch Manager of Marine Midland Bank in Albion. Predeceased by wife, Jean; and brothers, John "Pete" and Donald. Survived by sons, Stephen (Lynore), Mark (Mary), Peter (Susan); brother, Richard; grandchildren, Kevin (Erin), Matthew, Jamie (Matthew) Salatino, Adam, Corinne, Melissa; great grandchildren; Grady, Gianna; as well as several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the Christopher… Henry E. Topf Sr., 96, of Balsam Road, died Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at home. He was a retired master auto mechanic and a dairy farmer. He was a WW II veteran. Survivors include four sons, Henry E. Topf Jr. and Ralph Topf, both of Wellsboro; James Topf of Indianapolis, Ind., John Topf Sr. of Campbell, N.Y. Calling hours are 6-8 p.m. Monday at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 38 Central Ave. … Hermann- Rodd, Josephine (La Macchia) HERMANN-RODD - Josephine (nee La Macchia), formerly of Copiague, NY on August 23, 2008 in North Carolina. Loving Mother of Elaine (Eddie) Chyla, James (Anne) Hermann and Kate Raineri. Cherished Nana of Joseph (Tarra), Jillian, Stefani, Sal and Anthony. Dear sister of Theresa (Joe) Cutrone, Mickey (Jim) Baloga, and John (Marie) LaMacchia. A memorial mass will be celebrated Saturday, August 30, 2008 at 9:00am at Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church, West Islip, NY HINKLE - Loren Luis Doran August 24, 2008. Beloved son of Ronald and Maria; grandson of Virginia Minor and Mary Doran. Friends may call Thursday 1-5 PM at H. ALFRED LEWIS MORTUARY INC., 968 Jefferson Ave. Family will be present Friday 11 AM at Mount Olive Baptist Church. 701 E. Delavan Ave. where funeral services will follow at noon., Hollis, William E. "Bill" Dunnellon, Florida: Age 69 went peacefully home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, August 26 in Ocala, FL. He was born August 30, 1938 in Webster City, Iowa, son to the late Marion E. and Gladys E. (Frakes) Hollis. Bill moved to Dunnellon in 2000 from Rochester, New York. For many years he was a Financial Manager with Xerox Corporation, Rochester, N.Y. and following this he was a C.E.O. and C.F.O. with various business interests. He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran… HOLMES - Allan W. Homer Age 67, of Delevan, died August 27, 2008. Companion of 17 years to Janice McMahon; father of Lisa Montgomery (Jim) Clipp, Tammie (Derek) Lindeberg, Sandy Tim (Nelia) Holmes, and Russell Holmes; brother of Russell Holmes and the late Eugene Holmes; grandfather of Maganda Holmes, Jackson Montgomery, Celia Clipp and Claudia Lindeberg; also survived by three nieces and a nephew. Friends may call Friday from 3-9 PM at W.S. DAVIS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 358 W. Main St., Arcade. Graveside… HUELS - Jack A Memorial will be held at Kenmore Baptist Church, 10 Wardman Rd., August 30, 11 AM., Joseph O. Noragong, 60, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday (Aug. 26, 2008) at the Bath VA Hospital. Joe was born Dec. 27, 1947 in Wayland, a son of Joseph O. and Frances (Nestoryak) Noragong. He was a 1969 graduate of the Wayland High School, a graduate of Bryant & Stratton Business College in Buffalo and graduated from business school in Rapid City, S.D. He was a Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving during the Vietnam Conflict and retiring from the Marine Reserves after 23 years of dedicated… James F. Deyle, 56, of 56 Third Street Ilion passed away Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008, suddenly while on vacation. Funeral services for Jim will be held Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008, at 10 a.m. from the Whiter-Hendrix Funeral Home Inc. 100 Otsego Street Ilion, with Fr. Anthony Ligato officiating. Interment will follow in the Calvary Cemetery Herkimer. Friends may call on Wednesday Aug. 27, 2008, from 4–8 p.m. at the funeral home. A complete obituary will appear in the Wednesday paper. On line condolences may be… James F. “Jesse” Deyle, 56, of 56 Third St., Ilion, passed away suddenly on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008, in Cape Cod, Mass., while mountain biking with his family and friends. He was born Jan. 22, 1952, in Ilion, N.Y., the son of Winifred “Fritzie Flock and the late Frank Deyle, and was educated in the Ilion School System. On Aug. 10, 1974, Jim married the former Annette Makohen in Herkimer. For over 30 years he worked with his father and then eventually owned and operated Deyle Vending. Jim also was… JEZIORSKI - Helen R. (nee Hajduk)August 26, 2008; beloved wife of the late Stanley Ginger, devoted mother of Stanley (Amy), Michael (Janet), Martin (Lauren); loving grandmother of 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; dear sister of Albin, late Edmund and John Hajduk; also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Augustine Church 425 Penora Street, Depew Friday at 10 AM. Mrs. Jeziorski was a former member of the parish St. Lucy Society,… may call 3-7pm Friday, August 29 at Halsted-Patrick Funeral Home, 19 North Main Street, Manchester, NY. Funeral Services will be held 11am Saturday, August 30 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations in Don's memory can be made to Cornerstone Christian Academy, 60 Holley Street, Brockport, NY 14420 or Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre-Emption Road, Geneva, NY 14456. . Expressions of sympathy for the family may be forwarded to demunn@stny.rr.com. In lieu of flowers, donations from friends and family can be made in John's name to the animal shelter of choice. We now bid a fond "So Long" to beloved husband, son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. . Services private. Thomas Funeral Chapels, Inc., 4545 Lake Avenue, Rochester, New York, 663-3837 Kage, Earl Rochester: Memorial Service at Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Avenue, Rochester, NY, September 3, 2008, 5:30 to 7:30pm. Royal ?Roy? Kaiser, age 77, of Orangeport Road, Gasport, NY, died unexpectedly on August 6, 2008. He was born in Buffalo, NY on October 18, 1930, the son of the late August and Jessie (Smith) Kaiser.Roy was a graduate of Lockport High School, Class of 1949. Roy was fondly nicknamed, ?Slim? and was well-known locally. In earlier years he enjoyed photography, boating and hunting. He served his country for three years during the Korean War. Roy worked at Diamond Shamrock Co., in Lockport, for 31 years. He is… Karl David Liddiard, 47, passed away on Aug. 18, 2008, in Millington, Mich. He was born April 24, 1961, in Kendall, Fla. After graduating high school Karl joined the U.S. Army as a paratrooper, 82nd Airborne. He was a disabled Veteran. After leaving the military, Karl spent many of his working years as a roofer and carpenter. Karl is survived by his mother, Phyllis Liddiard; father, Robert Liddiard; children, Kristina Dawn Bury, Kayla Ann Edinger, Blake David Edinger; brothers, Bob/Leslie, Steve and… KAY, Stephanie "Ann" of Horseheads, NY We don't know why it happened but God knows. He put his arms around our beloved wife and mother and whispered "come with me", then her loving heart stopped beating that Sunday night, August 24, 2008 at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York City, and she went home to be with her heavenly Father. Mrs. Kay's Funeral Service will be held at Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Thursday, August 28,… and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008, from 2-4:00 and 6-8:00 p.m. where her service will take place at 8:00 p.m. with the Rev. Anne Mowery officiating. Officers and members of the Order of Eastern Star will also gather at the funeral home at 7:30 to conduct a Memorial Service for their departed sister. Those wishing may also remember Rose through memorials to the North Chemung United Methodist Church, 677 Breesport North Chemung… Mr. Kenneth E. Youker, 85, of 114 Oak Mountain Dr., Salisbury Center, died Thursday, August 21, 2008, in Little Falls Hospital, where he had been a patient since August 19. He was born in Dolgeville on July 15, 1923, the son of Earl and Nina (Sponable) Youker, and attended school in Stratford. A veteran of World War II, he served honorably from May 1943 until he was discharged on January 22, 1946, with the rank of Tech 4. He served with the Headquarters Detachment of the 435th Medical Battalion. He was… Ian M. Kilmer of Leicester, N.C. Ian M. Kilmer, 72, of 113 Reeves Road, Leicester, N.C., died Sunday, August 24, 2008, in an Asheville, N.C. hospital. Mr. Kilmer was a native of Binghamton, N.Y., and was a son of the late Juanita and Roger Kilmer. He graduated from Broome Technical School and Elmira College and he was an Army veteran. He retired after 35 years with IBM as a program analyst in Owego, N.Y. and more recently worked as sales manager for the Laubeck Corporation in New York and Pennsylvania. He… KLEIN - Laurie D. (nee Gabriel)Of Hamburg N.Y., August 27, 2008. Beloved wife of Robert J. Klein; loving mother of Linda (James) Klein, Dawn (David Roberts) Klein, Robert (Cindy Taylor) Klein, Karen Klein, Laurie (Peter) Stalker, Pamela (Sean) Gibbins, Patricia (Craig) Schenk, John (Karen) Klein, Shawna (Andrew) Huber and Colleen (Benjamin) OBryant; daughter of the late John and Ruth Gabriel; sister of Jesse (Richard) Gillette, John (Maria) Gabriel, Nancy (late Gene) Brooks, Dolores (Ronald) Kumro, Calvin… of Academy Charter High School, at 1725 Main Street, Lake Como, NJ 07719, where his daughter is the Director. The story of his battle with brain cancer and the thoughts and prayers of those who knew him can be found at : http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/joeknipper - feel free to add your own. Anthony Funeral & Cremation Chapels 2305 Monroe Ave. 244-0770 . Memorials made to Hospice Buffalo Inc. Arrangements by the F.E. BROWN SONS FUNERAL HOME INC., Kuhns, Donald L. Brighton: August 27, 2008 at the age of 81 years. Predeceased by nephew, John Lutz. Survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Gloria; beloved daughter, Lisa Elliott and son-in-law, Marty; the apple of his eye, granddaughter, Tara; caring sister, Doris Mayes and many other dear relatives &friends. Donald was a US Army Veteran of WWII and was retired from Gleason Works. Services and interment in White Haven Memorial Park will be private. "A special thank you from the family to the… Kurdziel, Estelle K. (Lubkowski) KURDZIEL - Estelle K. (nee Lubkowski)Of Buffalo N.Y., August 27, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Felix J. Kurdziel; dearest mother of Richard (late Audrey) and David (Sharon) Kurdziel; fond grandmother of four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; sister of Rose, Edward, Henry and the late John (Helen), Joseph H. (Rose), Alice (Chester) Ozarski of Detroit, MI. and Stanley Lubkowski. Friends may call Thursday 4-9 PM at the PAUL A. KLOC BLOSSOM CHAPELS INC., 4680 Clinton St. (corner Borden Rd.), West… Tuxedo, NY Renee A. Lamouree of Tuxedo NY, passed away Monday, August 25, 2008 at the age of 85. Born October 6, 1922 in Tuxedo NY to Alexander and Catherine Lamouree. Renee was a graduate of George F. Baker High School in Tuxedo NY as valedictorian, and also a graduate of Columbia University where she earned her bachelor in science and master of arts and science. Renee was an RN and a certified school teacher in the N.Y.C. schools. She was a great patron of the arts and contributed to numerous charities… LANG - James B August 26, 2008. Beloved son of Margaret B. (Late Joseph T.) Lang; loving brother of Thomas (Linda), Robert (Diana) and Mary Anne Lang; uncle of Krista (Thomas) Hutter, Thomas, Julie and Joseph Lang. Friends may call Friday 4-8 PM at the REGER FUNERAL HOME 3135 Main St., Buffalo. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at St. Joseph-University Church 3269 Main St. at 10 AM., Binghamton, NY Thomas W. Lanspery of Binghamton, NY, died June 29, 2008 at his home in Binghamton, NY. He was born June 17, 1932, the son of the late Maynard Lanspery and Mary Murry Lanspery. Thomas graduated from Newburgh Free Academy and he also served in the U.S. Airforce for 12 years during World War II. He earned a BA in Finance in Japan and retired from Marist College as a Purchasing Agent. Tom was a "friend of Bill W's" since 1984. He loved golfing with friends, but most often his… may call at the RUTLAND-CORWIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2670 Main St., Newfane, NY FRIDAY 2-7 PM. Funeral services will be held SATURDAY at 10:00 AM in Fillmore Chapel United Methodist Church of Ransomville, 2523 Yougstown-Wilson Road, Ransomville, NY 14131. Burial will be in Wrights Corners Cemetery. Memorials to Fillmore Chapel United Methodist Church of Ransomville, PO Box 250, Ransomville, NY 14131 would be appreciated by the family.Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send a condolence to the family. Mr. Leo M. Hodowski (Lt. Col. USAF, retired), 89, of Furnace Street, Little Falls, passed away at Little Falls Hospital on August 25, 2008, after a brief illness. He was born on August 18, 1919, in Little Falls to Alexander and Alice (Chomicka) Hodowski. He was educated in Little Falls. He was a graduate of Syracuse University with degrees in chemical engineering and teaching. Leo was a decorated veteran of World War II. He was a pilot for 23 years in the Air Force. Upon his retirement from the military,… PLATTSBURGH -- Lorraine Lewandowski, 82, of Evergreen Valley Nursing Home, passed away Monday, Aug. 25, 2008, at the Evergreen Valley Nursing Home in Plattsburgh., She was born in Dannemora, on Feb. 19, 1926, daughter of the late Fred and Agnes (Drollette) Parrotte., Lorraine was an avid reader. She and her husband, Edward, loved to travel., Lorraine is survived by one brother, George Parrotte, and his wife, Susan of Dannemora; three sisters, Margaret Brown of New York City, Esther Burleigh and her husband,… August 27, 2008 Joseph J. Liblanc, 70, of Mattydale, passed away Wednesday ay St. Joseph's Hospital. A native of Coventry, RI, Joseph had resided in the Mattydale area for over 40 years. He was a 1958 graduate of Coventry High School and served 12 years in the US Air Force stationed in Lakenheath England. Joseph retired in 1996 after 30 years as a shipping and receiving clerk at Bordens Research Center in Syracuse. He then worked at Ventre Packaging Company in Syracuse for several years. Joseph was an… LoBALBO - Angelina, of Malverne on August 27, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Loving mother of Lois Michaleski (Robert), Linda Melaccio (Frank), and Robin Manza (Charles). Cherished grandmother of Robert (Stephanie), Richard (Christina), Frank (Rosalia), Lauren, Dana, Nicole and Carly. Cherished sister of Anthony and John Nese. Family will receive friends Friday from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the Flinch & Bruns Funeral Home, Inc., 34 Hempstead Avenue (corner Peninsula Blvd.), Lynbrook. Funeral mass… Formerly of Wallkill, NY Peter Christian Low, 64, was born into this world July 4, 1944. He was the son of Martha and Harry Low of Brooklyn, NY. Mr. Low was the former commissioner of the Wallkill Area Little League and longtime Wallkill, NY resident. With his family by his side, Mr. Low joined the Lord on August 24, 2008 at his home in Sterling, Virginia. He is survived by the love of his life, Ellen; his son, Peter; his daughter, Aileen Smith (Derrick). He also leaves to cherish his memory his… Lynch, Edith M. Palmyra: 89, died on Wed., Aug. 27, 2008 at Clifton Springs Hospital. Edith is survived by her sons David Crawford and Donald (Sue) Crawford; eight grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband William Lynch in 1982; son Frederick Crawford in 1990 and eight siblings. Family and friends are invited to call from 6-8pm on Fri., Aug. 29 at the Robert L. Yost Funeral Home, Inc. where a funeral service will be held at 11 am on Sat., Aug.… MARGARET E. (VanGELDER) DAVISON Margaret E. (VanGelder) Davison, 80, of 7111 N. Main St. Ext., passed away Saturday (Aug. 23, 2008) in Whiteville, N.C. Born in Rochester Sept. 2, 1927, the daughter of Jim and Dorothy (Wilson) VanGelder, she had resided in Hornell most of her life. She had made her home with Bonnie Dibble VanScooter for 38 years. She was a graduate of the Rochester School for the Deaf class of 1948. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Hornell American Legion, the VFW and loved her family, the beach,… With heavy hearts, Darren and Sharon MacDougall announce the birth and death of their precious daughter, Skye, stillborn on August 19, 2008. In her short life Skye accomplished what so many strive for, to be loved and to not suffer. In this her life was a tremendous success, and brilliant if all too brief light of love. Skye?s spirit and memory are held in heart by her parents; her sisters, Hannah and Kayla; grandparents, Joe and Judy McGougall, Cecil and Anna Bunnell; her great-grandmother, Dorothy Holmes… Machnica, Michele M. (Vertino) MACHNICA - Michele M. (nee Vertino)Of West Seneca, entered into rest August 27, 2008. Beloved wife of Joseph M. Machnica; devoted mother of Joelle P. Machnica; loving daughter of Alice (nee Christ) (late Thomas) Dunn and Louis (Mary) Vertino; dear sister of Pamela (Kevin) Meegan and Michael (Sue) Vertino; fond sister-in-law of Michael (Mary) Machnica; survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, step-siblings and many friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060… August 25, 2008 Betty L. Maine, 85, formerly of Canastota, on Monday, August 25, 2008. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family, Friday, from the Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, Inc., Canastota. Interment in Clockville Cemetery. There are no public hours of visitation. Contributions to the Opportunity Shop. MAJEWSKI - Julie A., of Hicksville, suddenly on August 25, 2008. Beloved daughter of the late Deborah A. Kennedy-Majewski and of Thomas R. Kennedy. Loving sister of Linda and Joseph Majewski. Dear granddaughter of Ann Bushman. Cherished niece of Christine and Vincent Divito and Irene Brunert. Loving cousin of Michelle and Nicole Frey. Also survived by her grandmother Anna Kennedy and her many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends. Family and friends may visit at the Vernon C. Wagner… LOUIS E. MALERBA, 86, of 6 Malerba Ave., Tupper Lake, N.Y., died Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008, at his home., He was born in Utica, N.Y., on Jan. 19, 1922, the son ofÃ? Augusto Malerba and Carmella Giampaola., hours will take place at Stuart-Fortune-Keough Funeral Home on Thursday, Aug. 28, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will take place at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 29, at Holy Name Church with Kris Luzon officiating.Ã? Burial will follow at St. Alphonsus Cemetery in… Maloy, Sister Mary (Sister Anne Joseph) Maloy, Sister Mary, SSJ (Sister Anne Joseph) Pittsford: Tuesday, August 26, 2008. Survived by her cousins, Douglas Johnson and Annette Sanders; and her Sisters in Community. Calling hours will be held at the Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse, 150 French Road on Thursday (TODAY ONLY) from 6:30-8:00 P.M. with a Vigil Service at 7:00 PM and Friday 2-4 PM. Her Funeral Liturgy will be held at 4:00 PM on Friday. Interment will be held at 9:00 AM on Saturday in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorial donations may be… SCHUYLER FALLS -- Mr. Ralph B. "Red" Marbut Sr., 83, of Peasleeville Road, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008, at his home. He was born in Purdy, Mo., on Dec. 3, 1924, son of Hurshell and Blanche (Baker) Marbut., Ralph was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II; he was wounded in action in the European Theater. He worked on various construction projects, including Plattsburgh Air Force Base and Interstate 87, the Northway. Ralph was a member of the Laborers Local 186 in… may call on Thursday (6-8 PM) at the Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center Street, Medina, where her funeral service will be held on Friday at 11 AM. The Reverend Alfreda E.S. Morse will officiate. Interment will be in White Haven Memorial Park Cemetery in Rochester. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Orleans County, First Presbyterian Church or Martin-Linsin Scholarship Awards, C/O HSBC, 514 Main St., Medina, NY 14103.On line guest register at www.cooperfuneralhomemedina.com . PLATTSBURGH -- Shannon Marie Mason, 37, of Sailly Avenue, Plattsburgh, died unexpectedly, Monday, Aug. 25, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh., She was born at Portsmouth Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, Va., July 10, 1971, the daughter of Dennis A. Sr. and Wanda M. (Murphy) Mason., Shannon graduated from Peru Central School in 1989. She received her associate's degree from Clinton Community College in 1991 and later attended Plattsburgh State University., Shannon loved spending time with her… ., and friends are invited to call on Friday, August 29th, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Calling hours will continue there on Saturday, August 30th, from 8 to 9 a.m. with her Funeral Service following at 9 a.m., with Deacon George Welch officiating. Interment will follow in St. Peter &Paul's Cemetery. TIMOTHY F. MCINTYRE, 40, of Route 28, Long Lake, N.Y., died Monday, Aug. 25, 2008, at Stony Brook University Medical Center in Long Island, N.Y., He was born in Amityville, N.Y., on Dec. 16, 1967, the son of Franklin and Susan (Cass) McIntyre., hours will take place at the Stuart-Fortune-Keough Funeral Home in Tupper Lake, N.Y., on Friday, Aug. 29, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Burial will take place in Long Lake Cemetery at the convenience of the family. McNARY - Robert Mac Suddenly, August 23, 2008 in Hudson, FL. He was a post active member of Doyle Hose Fire Co #1 for over 25 years. Survived by daughters Lynnette, Jackie; granddaughter Kayla; sister Bernadine Weir (Ohio); and friend Gloria. Donations to Cleveland Clinic-Cardiology, Mednick, Marvin -Dearest Marv, one year has passed. you are truly missed by all. you were so loving and caring. Love always.ROBERTA & FAMILY., MENZA - Louis P. August 26, 2008 of Buffalo, NY, beloved husband of the late Marie Chic (Anzalone); father of Dennis (late Valerie) and Lynn Menza; grandfather of Dennis Jr. and the late Julie Menza. Friends may call Thursday 7-9 and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the LESTER H. WEDKINDT INC., FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave. where funeral services will be held Saturday morning at 8:30. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Cross RC Church at 9:30. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the… Michiel Barr, age 52, of Bennettsburg, NY, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, August 19, 2008. The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., on Monday, August 25th, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service in her memory will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, Watkins Glen, on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.; Rev. Beverly Karr-Lyon officiating; burial at Union Cemetery of Hector, Burdett, NY. Michiel is survived by her loving husband of 33 years,… ONEONTA _ Joan E. Mickle, 69, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008, at A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital in Oneonta. Arrangements are pending with the Lewis, Hurley & Pietrobono Funeral Home, 51 Dietz St., Oneonta. are invited to call Thurs. 2-4, 7-9 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton, where a Service will be held Sat. at 11:30 . Interment, Lakeview Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to Lifetime Hospice in her memory. Steven Monkovich of Johnson City Steven Monkovich, 87, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2008, at Bridgewater Nursing Home. He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret Monkovich; six sisters and five brothers. Steve was widowed at an early age, and was a devoted single parent. He is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Steven and Harriet Monkovich, and Thomas and Bonnie Monkovich, all of Johnson City; a daughter, Renee Shakeshaft, Punta Gorda, Fla.; four grandchildren, Robert and Marcie Monkovich, Marie… MOORE, William B. Of Endwell, 89, passed away August 26, 2008 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was predeceased by his wife, Lucy DeMunn; his parents, John and Ethel Darrow Moore; his brothers, John, Harry, Frank; and his sister, Ethel (Harold) Brewer. He is survived by many nieces and nephews, many great- and great-great-nieces and nephews; and his special caregivers, John Sacco, Donnell Sullivan and Nicole Battista. William attended Union College in South Carolina. He served his country… Cornwall, NY Barbara Merrill Morrow of Cornwall, NY, widow of Albert Sidney Morrow, Jr., died peacefully on August 25, 2008 at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh campus, following a short illness. She was 94. Daughter of George Henry Merrill and Louise Alberta Wandel, she was born July 20, 1914 in Brooklyn, NY. She is survived by her beloved sons, Christopher Wandel Morrow and wife, Wendy of Newtown, CT and Ian Hasbrouck Morrow and wife, Patricia O'Reilly of Cornwall; grandchildren, Cliona, Cian… NEIMETH - Charlene A., of Holbrook, N.Y. on August 26, 1008 in her 63rd year. Mrs. Neimeth was President of The West Islip Chapter of Home- makers Of America, Member of the Holbrook Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Past President of Sachem Touchdown Club and Member of Board of Directors of Holbrook Lions Club. Beloved wife of Joel. Devoted mother of Glenn (Christine), James (Mary), Sean (Danielle), Bruce (Barbara), Cindy (Donna) and Joelle Decoteau. Cherished grandmother of Kevin, Emma, Connor,… Anna (Shenk) Novak of Endicott Anna Novak, 98, of Endicott, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2008. She was predeceased by her husband, Anthony J. Novak; her son-in-law, Charles Glover. She is survived by her daughter, Naomi Glover, Latham, N.Y.; two nieces, Janice (Francis) Mix, Endicott; Joan (Thomas) Machalek, Endwell; also several great-nieces and nephews. She was a retired employee of Endicott Johnson Corp. She was a member of St. Joseph's Church, Endicott, and a member of the Czechoslovak Moravian… O'CONNOR - John Thomas, of Levittown, N.Y., former long time resident of Wantagh, on August 26, 2008. Beloved husband of Florence. Devoted father of Kevin B. (Donna) O'Connor and Brian T. O'Connor. Cherished grandfather of Sean P. O'Connor. Proud Marine Corps Veteran of WWII (Purple Heart) and Korean War. PGK of Holy Innocents K of C #3581; Proud member of Delaney Council, Bethpage; Past Faithful Navigator Pope John XXIII Assembly and long time member of their Color Corps. Reposing at the… Martha Rose O'Neil of Johnson City Martha Rose O'Neil, 89, of Johnson City, formerly of Hillcrest, went to sleep in the hands of the Lord Friday morning, August 22, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Joseph J. O'Neil; beloved mother of James O'Neil and his wife, Terry; Mary Tucker; Pat Merrall and her husband, Richard; Denise Hallisey and her husband, Warren; Helen Vesci and her husband, Louie; Geraldine DeMarco; and John O'Neil. Blessed with 15 loving grandchildren and 9… OCONNOR - John T. Of Hamburg, August 27, 2008. Husband of Susan (nee Clarke); father of Thomas (Jennifer), Justin, and Jamie OConnor; son of Robert and Lois OConnor; brother of Timothy (Shelly) OConnor and Lillian (Roy) Robinson; grandfather of Isaiah, Emma, and Kaleb. Friends may call at the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 21 Pierce Ave, Hamburg Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral services private. Flowers gratefully declined. John was a member of Buffalo Carpenters Union Local #289., August 20, 2008 Mr. Willie L. Ogletree, 69, of Syracuse, departed this life Wednesday at home. He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, Levonia Ogletree of Syracuse; three daughters, Stacy Nicholson (Fletcher Jr.) of Syracuse, Regina Hamilton of Atlanta, GA, Geraldine Howard of Atlanta, GA; four sons, Kenna Ogletree (Leslie) of Chattanooga, TN, Bryant Ogletree of Syracuse, NY, Bryan Ogletree of Atlanta, GA and Lee Ogletree of Orlando, FL; three sisters, Bertha Smith of Syracuse, Lisa Ogletree of Syracuse,… BINGHAMTON _ Beverly J. Olmstead, 80, of Binghamton, died early Wednesday morning, Aug. 27, 2008, at Wilson Memorial Regional Medical Center in Johnson City. She was born Aug. 25, 1928, in Herkimer, the daughter of Ernest W. and Vivian M. (Baxter) Cornell. She married Leonard H. (Dick) Olmstead on Nov. 7, 1953, at the Cooperstown Methodist Church. He died July 9, 2008. After graduating from high school, Beverly served as a waitress and cook at the Cooperstown Diner on Main Street. After moving to the… August 26, 2008 Helen M. Ostrowski, 81, of Warners, passed away peacefully at James Square Nursing Home. Helen was a native Syracusian, who always extolled the beauty and attributes of Central New York. She worked at Key Bank early in her profession-al life, but was most proud of her career as a homemaker and extremely doting grandmother. Helen will be remembered for her humor and strong love for her family. Helen was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Richard C. Ostrowski in 1999. She is survived by… PALAS - Robert A. August 25, 2008 of Elma, NY; beloved husband of Jean S. (nee Smith); dearest father of Sharon P. Walker and Linda P. (Michael) Case; cherished grandfather of Kyle R. Witt and Jordan C. Witt; brother of Alice (late Benny) Blaszak, Richard (Ruth) Palaszewski and Virginia (Gus) Cicatello. Family present Thursday 7-9 PM and Friday 2-7 PM at the HOY FUNERAL HOME INC., 3855 Seneca St., West Seneca, where services will be held Friday at 7 PM. Friends invited. Flowers gratefully declined.… NORTH HUDSON -- Helen M. Palmer, 94, passed away Monday morning, Aug. 25, 2008, peacefully at her home with her loving daughter by her side., Helen was born Jan. 19 1914, in the same house where she lived throughout her entire life. She was married to Charles Palmer, who passed away March 17, 1998., She was also predeceased by her son-in-law, Charles "Pat" Morissey, July 3, 1984., Throughout her long life, Helen worked in many different capacities. After high school she worked for the architects… Palmer, Josephine (Cumbo) Rochester: August 26, 2008 at the age of 93. Predeceased by her husbands Frank Cumbo &George Palmer; son Leonard Cumbo. Survived by her children Carol (John) Bonferraro &Joseph (Barbara) Cumbo; grandchildren John Bonferraro, Cathy (Andrew) Tomei, Louis &Jena Cumbo, Frank (Karen), Leonard (Linda), Michael, Joseph (Bridget) Cumbo; Dan Cruz; 8 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews &friends. BARTOLOMEO &PEROTTO Funeral Home Inc, 1411 Vintage Ln (between Rte… August 25, 2008 James Pellizzeri, 78, passed away Monday in Harlem, Georgia. James is predeceased by his son Louis Pellizzeri. He was a Foreman at Ontario Metal of Syracuse, before retiring in 1986. James was an avid bowler. He served in the United States Army during the Korean conflict. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Antoinette Fiumara; one daughter, Carol Wolfe of Georgia; two sons, James Pellizzeri, Jr. of Georgia and Anthony Pellizzeri of California; two sisters, Elena Prahl of Brewerton… may call on Thursday from 4?8 PM at the M.J.COLUCCI and SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin on Friday, August 29th at 9:15 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph at St. Joseph Church, 1413 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY. Entombment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Mt. St. Mary?s Hospital Foundation, 5300 Military Road,… Anthony Paul Perfetti, age 55, of Tonawanda, NY, passed away August 24, 2008, after a long illness. Cherished son of Shirley (nee Rogenmoser) and the late Charles. Loving brother of Michael (Brenda). Dear father of Anthony (Allison), Jenelle, Erica and Nicholas. Grandfather of Dominic, Olivia and Sophia. Survived by nieces, nephews and extended family. Memorial Service to be held privately by the family.Visit www.legacy.com/tonawanda-news for on-line guest register. PHILLIPS - Gloria E. on August 24, 2008. Formerly of Rockville Centre. Beloved wife of Theodore. Loving mother of Michael (Rhonda) and Christine Agulles (John Paul). Sister of Thomas Papetti. Also survived by one granddaughter. Friends may call today 2-4 and 7-9pm at Thomas A. Glynn & Son Funeral Home 20 Lincoln Avenue Rockville Centre. Funeral Mass Friday 10am at St. Agnes Cathedral. Interment Calverton National Cemetery. PIERCE - David H. August 26, 2008 of Marilla, NY; beloved husband of Monica (nee Zywar); loving son of Mary Ann (late Harold) Pierce; dearest father of Melanie (Charles) Allesi and Michelle (Mark) OBrien; brother of Barbara (Randy) Schilling and Tim (Lynn) Pierce; Papa of Noel, Alex, Charlie and Jack; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received Thursday from 2-4 &7-9 PM at the WOOD FUNERAL HOME, 784 Main Street, East Aurora. Funeral Services to be held Friday at 10:00 AM from St.… Pijanowski, Michaelene A. (Prucnal) PIJANOWSKI - Michaelene A. (nee Prucnal)Of Lackawanna, NY, August 25, 2008; beloved wife of the late Chester Pijanowski; dearest mother of Gerald (Sandy) Pijanowski and Laura Almquist; loving grandmother of Adam and Aaron Pijanowski and John and Mark Almquist; sister of the late Peter (late Icie) Prucnal, John (Helen) Prucnal, Joseph (Peggy) Prucnal and Mary (late Wallace) Granica; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family will be present to receive friends Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the… Pilato, William J. Victor: Tuesday, August 26, 2008, after a brief illness at age 94. He is predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Janet in 2000; eight brothers and sisters. Bill is survived by his daughter and husband, Joan and Robert Muto; grandsons, Robert (Tina) Muto, William Muto; great grand daughters, Gianna Maria, Jacey Erin; sister-in-law, Josephine Pilato; many nieces and nephews. Bill's Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday morning at 10 o'clock at St. Patrick's Church, 115 Maple… may call at THE WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME, 722 Ridge Road North, Ridgeway, Ontario, from 7-9 Tuesday and 2-4 and 7-9 Wednesday. The funeral mass will be celebrated in St. George?s Catholic Church Thursday morning at 11. Interment St. Michael?s Cemetery. It was Helen?s wish that memorial donations would be directed to the Sisters of St. Francis at Stella Niagara. Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line guest register. POLADIAN - Anne A., of Franklin Square on August 26, 2008. Beloved wife of the late S. Mark Poladian. Loving mother of Daniel (Pattie) Iglesias. Cherished grandmother of Diane Natoli, Daniel M. (Laura), Robert (Claire) and William (Gina). Also survived by six great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Alice Kowalczyk of Ashville, Pa. The family will receive friends Thursday 2-4 and 7-9pm at the Donohue Cecere Funeral Home 290 Post Avenue, Westbury. Religious service Friday 10am in the Funeral Home Chapel.… will be present on Friday from 2-8 PM at the (Delaware Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 1132 Delaware Avenue (near West Ferry), where Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made in Dons name to Roswell Park Cancer Institute or Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Online register at www.Amigone.com, Formerly of Walden, NY Olive Poradish died peacefully at home on August 19, 2008 in Allen, TX at the age of 88. A native of Walden, NY, Olive had resided in Texas since 1997. Olive was preceded in death by her husband, Frank. She is survived by her sister, Frances Roux of Montgomery; brothers, Julien and Fred Reichle, both of Walden; daughter, Susan Poradish of Golden, CO and son and daughter-in-law, Frank and Cari Poradish of Plano, TX and two grandchildren. Donations may be made to the Susan G. Susan G.… may call Friday 4-7 PM Younglove-Smith &Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Road (between English and Latta). Funeral Mass, 9 AM Saturday at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Please omit flowers. may call on Friday from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 PM at Lane Funeral Home, Inc., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, where funeral services will begin on Saturday, August 30th at 9:30 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM at Prince of Peace Church, Niagara Falls, NY. Entombment in St. Joseph?s Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094; Denver Hospice, 3399 S. Eagle St., Aurora, Colorado of The Children?s Hospital,… Ramos, Angel Luis "Guiche" "Papa" Rochester: On August 26, 2008 at age 92. He was predeceased by his wife of 56 years, Maria "Lola" Rivera. Survived by his 4 children, Narda (Ramon) Perez, Lena (Pedro) Martinez, Angel Jr., (Elaine) Ramos, Angie (Jimmy) Collazo; sisters, Carmen Alvarado and Elsie Ramos; 8 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Angel was born in Cayey Puerto Rico and was a United States Army veteran serving in the Korean War. The… for Henry O. Rathje will be held on Thursday evening at 7 p.m. at the Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 E. Main St., Endicott. Rev. Janice Devine, co-pastor of his church, will officiate. Burial will be in Cortland Rural Cemetery at the convenience of the family. The family will receive friends at the Allen Memorial Home on Thursday from 4 p.m. until the service time at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in his memory may be made to the German American Club Building Fund, 218 Loughlin Rd.,… REDDAN - Anna T., of Long Beach, N.Y. on August 27, 2008 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late William G. Loving mother of Patrick (Donna), Daniel (Rose), Nancy Scobie (the late John), Gerard (Nancy), Stephen (Kate) and the late William G. Jr. (Beverly). Devoted sister of Susan Entricken, Mary Estabrook and Margaret Drennan. Cherished grandmother of 22, great-grandmother of seven. The family will receive friends Friday 2-4 and 7-9pm at the Christopher T. Jordan Funeral Home 302 Long Beach Rd. Island… August 27, 2008 Michael F. Renzaneth, 48, of Fairmount, died Wednesday at home. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he was a graduate of West Genesee High School. Michael was a painting contractor for more than 30 years and was a former communicant of Holy Family Church. An avid sports fan, he enjoyed hockey, boating, motorcycles and auto racing. He also enjoyed spending time with his family. His father, Francis, died in 2005. Surviving are his mother, Mary of Pittsford; brothers, Robert (Cheryl) of… RESTIVO - Matthew C., on August 27, 2008 of Islandia, NY. Beloved son of Virginia and the late Frank Restivo. Loving brother of Lynn Sealy. Dear uncle of Gina Kramer. Reposing at the Charles G. Schmitt Funeral Home Inc. 3863 Merrick Road, Seaford, NY (two traffic lights East of Rt. 135). Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 9:15 at St. William the Abbot R.C. Church. Interment St. Charles Cemetery. Hours Thursday and Friday 2-4 and 7-9pm. Robert K. Aronson, 81, of 9378 Bradley Ave., Cuba passed away Wednesday (Aug. 20, 2008) in Cuba Memorial Hospital’s Palliative Care Unit. Born April 25, 1927, in Superior, Wis., he was a son of Henry and Effie Swanson Aronson. On June 13, 1953, in Chester, N.H., he married the former Joan Mitchell, who predeceased him April 7, 1993. Mr. Aronson served with the United States Marine Corps from 1945 until 1949. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Wellsville. Surviving are a son, Robert… Robert L. Robinson, age 81, passed away June 14, 2008 in Denver, Colorado. He was predeceased by wives Ann of 25 years in 2008 and Joanne of 30 years in 1981, parents George P. Robinson and Marion Calkins Robinson, sisters Marion Monro and Lettie Huskey, and brother Lee Robinson. Robert is survived by daughter Carol (Gerald) Nettleton and grandson Paul of Oakdale, MN; sisters Aimee Brothers of Painted Post, NY and Nona Manry of Corning, NY; and brother George Robinson of Carney's Point, NJ. Robert… may call Friday 11-1 PM at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Ct., Newark, where Services will be held at 1 PM. Memorials to HUMANE SOCIETY OF WAYNE COUNTY,1475 County House Rd., Lyons. Condolences can be sent to www.Pusateri.Funerals.com ROBILLARD - Josephine C., of East Islip, NY, on August 25, 2008 at the age of 92. Predeceased by her beloved husband Alfred. Loving mother of Joanne, Thomas, Martin, the late Alfred G., the late Mary Louise, and the late Paul. Cherished grandmother of 12 and great-grandmother of 15. Devoted sister of George Conk. Josephine was a graduate of Brooklyn College and Katherine Gibbs Secretarial School. She obtained her Masters in Education and taught high school math for the Levittown School District for 25… August 23, 2008 Reynold W. Ross, 92, of 159 N. Willow St, Oneida, died Saturday, August 23, 2008, in the Martin Luther Home, Clinton. Funeral services will be held today, August 28, at 4:30 p.m. at the Coolican-McSweeney Funeral Home, 322 Washington Ave., Oneida. The family will receive friends from 4 to 4:30 p.m. preceding the service. Interment will be private. RURIS - Mary, 95, on August 9, 2008 of Anaheim California, formerly of Great Neck. Beloved wife of the late Frank Ruris. Devoted mother of sons Robert, wife Barbara and Donald, wife Terry. Also survived by grandchildren Tami, husband Tom and Michael. Interment All Saints cemetery, Great Neck 10:30 Saturday August 30. RANDOLPH R. RUSHFORD, 66, of Miami Beach, Fla., died Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, in Miami Beach, Fla., He was born on Feb. 19, 1942, in Plattsburgh, son of Stanley R. and Margaret (Brooks) Rushford., A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 6, at 9 a.m. from St. John's Church in Plattsburgh. Burial will follow in St. Augustine's Cemetery in Peru., Arrangements were entrusted to Brown Funeral Home, 29 Broad St., Plattsburgh., Online condolences may be made at… Russert Jr., Timothy John "Tim" (Featured Guest Book) SCARCELLA - Domenica, of Mineola on August 26, 2008 at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late Gaetano. Devoted mother of Carmela DeMarco and Maria Floyd, mother-in-law of Glen Floyd. Cherished grandmother of Amanda and Olivia. Also survived by one sister, two sisters-in-law and nieces and nephews. Visiting 7-9pm Thursday, 2-5 and 7-9pm Friday at Cassidy Funeral Home, 156 Willis Avenue, Mineola. Funeral Mass at Corpus Christi Church 10:30am Saturday. Entombment Holy Rood Cemetery. MIDDLEBURY, Vt. -- Warren M. Slocum, 83, of Middlebury, Vt., passed away on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008, in his home., He was born on April 29, 1925, to Howard and Julia (Wieters) Slocum in Middlebury, Vt. "Bud" Slocum attended Middlebury High School and was a graduate of St. Lawrence University where he earned a degree in history. Warren is a veteran of World War II, having served with the U.S. Army's 26 Infantry Division in France and Luxemburg, where he was severely wounded., At Fort Devens… SMITH - Marie Louise (nee Boulton)August 25, 2008, wife of the late James Russell Smith; mother of Carlton, Duncan (Kathy) and Luli Smith; grandmother of Niccolo Rosselli, Megan and Elizabeth Smith; daughter of the late Louise (McGowen) and Harold Boulton; pre-deceased by two brothers and one sister. Memorial Services celebrated from Trinity Episcopal Church, 371 Delaware Ave. on Friday, September 5 at 11 AM. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by GEORGE J. ROBERTS &SONS FUNERAL HOME., Thursday 2-4 and 7-9pm, Alexander-Tuthill Funeral Home, Rt. 25 A, Wading River. Funeral Mass, Friday 10am, St. Marks R.C. Church, Shoreham. Interment Calverton National Cemetery. PLATTSBURGH -- Grace M. Stevens, 90, of South Catherine Street, formerly of Coopersville, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008, at CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh. She was born in Ellenburg on April 13, 1918, daughter of the late Ross and Winifred (Paul) Meyers., Grace was a graduate of Katherine Gibbs Secretarial School in Albany. She was a stay-at-home mother, raising her three children. Grace went to work for Grant Insurance Agency in Plattsburgh, Traynor Marcus Insurance Agency and retired from Rose… John J. (Jim) Strefeler, 81, of Lockport, NY, passed away peacefully at Niagara Hospice on Saturday, August 23, 2008. Born June 2, 1927 in Warren, PA, he was the son of John P. Strefeler and Mary (Buda) Strefeler. He was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Dorothy (Sivak) Strefeler. John was a member of St. Mary's Church in Lockport, where he was very active in many church activities including Parish Council, Parish Mission, Eucharistic Ministry and lector at Sunday and weekday Masses. He was a Navy… will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Greene Emergency Squad, 6 N. Canal St., Greene, N.Y. 13778; or to Greene Rod and Gun Club, PO Box 315, Greene, N.Y. 13778. Newburgh, NY Bianche Anna Sully entered into rest at home on Tuesday, August 26, 2008. Born in 1908 in Elmore, MN, Blanche was the daughter of Arthur and Ella Mae Stillwell Lappin, the youngest of nine children. Blanche came to Newburgh in 1933. With the help of match-making church friends, she met Arthur F. Sully, a well known Newburgh banker, a meeting that turned into a proposal in Downing Park while church bells played "O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go" and 61 years of marriage, he predeceased… will receive friends Saturday, 10 AM at New Covenant United Church of Christ, 459 Clinton St., where funeral services will follow at 11 AM. Interment Ridgelawn Cemetery. Arrangements by THOMAS T. EDWARDS FUNERAL HOME, INC., Susan M. Leo, 50, of 95 East Fulton Street, Gloversville, NY, passed away suddenly at her home on Sunday, August 24, 2008. August 25, 2008 Marie (nee Brown) Tanner, of Clarence, NY, died August 25, 2008. She was the loving wife of the late Ross S. Tanner; loving mother of Kathleen Rasimas and Gary P. Tanner; and loving grandmother of Leslie Rasimas. A graveside service will be held Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at White Chapel Memory Gardens, Dewitt, NY. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service Saturday, August 30, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 9675 Main St., Clarence, NY. In lieu of… are invited to meet the family THURSDAY 11:00 AM at CHRIST THE KING CHURCH for his funeral mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Parkinsons Disease Center-919 Westfall Rd Ste 220, Rochester, NY 14618. PAUL W. HARRIS FUNERAL HOME 570 Kings Highway So. 544-2041 August 25, 2008 Wilda R. LaLonde Tessier, 92, resided at 107 Trolley Barn Lane, North Syracuse, NY, for the past eight years, died Monday at her home. Born June 7, 1916, to Edmond and Clorivina Poudrette LaLonde in Newton Falls, NY. She was one of six brothers and sisters, all deceased. When she was seven years old, the family moved to Carthage, NY. She moved to Syracuse with her husband and children more than 60 years ago. Mrs. Tessier was a homemaker, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She… August 25, 2008 Linda M. Thompson, 55, of Port Byron, died Monday. Survivors: her loving family. Calling Hours: Saturday 3 to 5 p.m. from the Audioun Funeral Home, 218 Main St., Port Byron. Memorial services will follow at 5 p.m. from the funeral home. Contributions: Port Byron Ambulance Fund, PO Box 367, Port Byron, NY 13140. SALISBURY, N.C. _ David Hayes Titus, 49, died unexpectedly at his Salisbury residence, Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2008. He was born Dec. 31, 1958, in New York City, to Kenneth Hayes Titus and Barbara Dale Harris Titus. He was educated in New York and graduated from New York State University at Delhi with an associate's degree in generalized studies. He was a United States Army veteran, having served his country honorably from June 1977 until April of 1983. His later carrier was in the taxi transportation… Jean R. Turner of Apalachin A memorial service for Jean R. Turner will be held Friday, August 29, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the South Apalachin Baptist Church, Pennsylvania Avenue, Apalachin. The family will receive friends at the church Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the memorial fund of the church. Arrangements are by the Coleman &Daniels Funeral Home, Inc., State Rt. 434, Apalachin. VERONICA ‘JUNE’ (SHANNON) PAULY Veronica “June” (Shannon) Pauly, 83, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday (Aug. 26, 2008). Born June 6, 1925 to John Smith and Gladys Reilly in Atlantic-Highland, N.J., she lived in Newark, N.J., Kearny, N.J., Hornell and Canaseraga for most of her adult life. She was a member of the VFW, a communicant of St. Ann’s Church and enjoyed collecting porcelain dolls. She was predeceased by her first husband, Domick L. Shannon, Sr.; her second husband, Ludwig Pauly; her son, Russell Shannon; and two infant… VanBenschoten, Gordon C. "Dutch" Vimmerstedt, Caroline C. "Carol" (Hogan) VIMMERSTEDT - Caroline C. Carol (nee Hogan)Of West Falls, NY; August 23, 2008; beloved wife of the late Richard A.; loving mother of Susan A. (Steve) Benzinger, Richard A., Michael E. and John E. Vimmerstedt; grandmother of Sean, Eliza, Austi, Richard III, Sara, Elizabeth and April; great-grandmother of Makai and Forrest; sister of June B. (late Charles) Gibson; sister-in-law of Carolyn (late Charles) Stoltz; also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. No prior visitation. A Memorial Mass will be held… WALKER - Sandra J. Sandra J. Walker, August 23, 2008, of Largo Florida, formerly of Buffalo, after a lengthy illness. Survived by her loving sister, Judy Mulroy (Bill) of Bradenton, Florida, four cherished nephews and their families and her very dear friends. Sandy taught for many years at Bennett High School. May flights of angels guide you to your rest! Services will be private., Warters, William Fredrick Arthur SR. Red Creek NY: 81, of Westbury Rd, Town of Red Creek, NY, died Wednesday (August 27, 2008). Calling hours will be held on Friday (August 29) from 2-4 P.M., and 6 to 8 P.M., at Becker Funeral Home , 6816 Church St., Red Creek, NY. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday (August 30) at 11 AM at Becker Funeral Home , Red Creek, NY. Interment will be at Southside Cemetery, Red Creek, NY. Monroe, NY Barbara Webb, a longtime resident of Warwick, NY, recently living in Monroe, NY, died August 18, 2008 at Kaplan Family Hospice in Newburgh, NY. She was 56. Her family, including her daughter, Sierra Filucci, 35, of Oakland, CA, her son, Ryan Rodriguez, 21, of Albany and daughter, Emily Rodriguez, 18, of New York City, will miss her deeply. Ms. Webb was born in Greenwich, CT on December 22, 1951. She later moved to Fairbanks, AK where she received her education as a registered nurse at the… Weekes, Judith Ann (Almekinder) may gather at the entrance of Holy Sepulchre Cemetery (Lake Ave. gate) Tuesday, September 2nd at 10 AM for Graveside Service. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Hospice of Rochester Lifetime Care, 3111 Winton Rd. S, Rochester, NY 14623. To share a special memory please visit www.newcomerfamily.com and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Thursday, August 28, 2008, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services honoring her life will be held there on Friday, August 29, 2008, at 1:00 p.m. The Reverend Harold Burrell will celebrate June's service and Reverend Douglas Hodge to assist. Interment will follow in the Maple Ridge Cemetery in Millerton, PA. Memorial donations in the name of M. June Wheeler may be directed to the… WHITFIED, Ruth M. Age 87, formerly of Gardner Rd., passed away Aug. 21, 2008. She was predeceased by her husband, Elmer, in 2000 and is survived by nieces, nephews and several close friends, including Randall and Olive Kline of Erin, NY, with their families. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home in Horseheads on Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, from 3-4:00 p.m. Her service will follow there at 4:00 p.m. Willa Walz Sadzkowski, age 88, of Laurel Avenue, passed away peacefully on Saturday afternoon, August 23, 2008, in Little Falls Hospital. She had the comfort of her loving family at her side. She was born on January 4, 1920, in Bethel, Conn., daughter of the late William and Frances Becker Norman. A lifelong area resident, she was raised and educated in Little Falls. In 1943, she was united in marriage with Charles W. Walz, Jr. in Nashville, Tenn. They shared a loving and devoted union of thirty-five years… are invited to Casa Coot, 3196 Walworth-Palmyra Rd, from 5-7pm on Friday with a memorial service at the 2nd Baptist Church of Walworth at 7 pm. In lieu of flowers please send tributes to Lollypop Farm or to the Penfield Library for future auto/mobilia book purchases. A special thank you to the Pluta Cancer Center for 3 years of compassionate care. FalvoFuneralHome.com invited. If desired, memorials to Niagara Hospice House are preferred by the family.Com plete obituary, condolences, and directions at www.hampfuneral.com . August 27, 2008 Lillian W. Wright, 92, of The Home in Auburn, formerly of Skaneateles, died Wednesday, August 27, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Ann and Robert Wall of Skaneateles. She was predeceased by her husband Clark on December 22, 1968. She was a member of the Martha Guild and St. James Episcopal Church in Skaneateles and the Skaneateles Senior Citizens. Surviving are a son, William C. and his wife Teri of Skaneateles; a daughter, Bonnie Sheppard and her husband John of Auburn;… WRONA - Mary J. (nee Borucka)Of Lackawanna, NY, August 25, 2008, beloved wife of the late Michael J. Wrona; dearest mother of Michael, Carol Ann (Dr. Douglas) Jeffery and Robert (Sandra); loving grandmother of Erin (Scott) Martin, Matthew (Allison) Wrona, William (Whitney) Schnorr, Kevin Wrona, Joelle Schnorr, Kara (David) Gaspari and Brian Wrona; great-grandmother of Carter, Susanna, Ava and Rose; sister of the late Stephanie (late William) Tomaszewski. Family will be present to receive friends Thursday… may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc., 1241 Oliver St., at Ward Rd., in North Tonawanda, on Thursday from 7-9 PM. Prayers will be said at the funeral home on Friday at 9:30 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM from Our Lady of Czestochowa R.C. Church. Entombment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com members and friends. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service Saturday at 10 AM at, (Blasdell/Lackawanna Chapel), JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3450 South Park Ave. No prior visitation., |
Thursday, August 28, 2008
New York Daily Obituaries 08/28/08
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