| Audrey A. Sears, 85, of 333 Grand St., passed away peacefully, in the presence of her loving family, Monday morning (Sept. 22, 2008) at McAuley Manor in North Hornell, after a long illness. Born in England on July 5, 1923, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Elizabeth Risenborough Love. She was married to Theodore Larnard, who predeceased her in 1977; she later married Howard Sears, who predeceased her in 2007. Besides her parents and husbands, she also was predeceased by her three brothers. She… Ahlheim, Ann M. Brighton: On September 26, 2008. She is predeceased by her husband, Richard F. Ahlheim. She is survived by her daughters, Judy (Flint) Beal and Wendy Ahlheim; grandchildren, Bradley Richard and Emily Brooke Beal; nieces and nephews, David (Barbara) Marcellus, Kate (Donald) Bennett, Richard Marcellus and W. J. (Chip) Marcellus Jr. Private Service and Interment at the convenience of the family. Contributions in her memory may be made to American Red Cross, 50 Prince St., Roch., NY 14607 or… will be held from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. on Monday, September 29, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 30, at St. Mary's Church, Marlboro. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newburgh. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the "Leukemia & Lymphoma Society" at www.leukemia.org or "MyVisionFoundation.homestead.com." The family wishes to urge all those that are able to… Olympia R. (nee Fiorentini) Ambrosio, 90, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2008 in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, Niagara Falls, NY. Born on April 16, 1918 in Kayford, WV, she was the daughter of the late Fiorino and Frances (Lopez) Fiorentini. In 1990, Olympia was predeceased by her husband of 49 years, Russell R. Ambrosio. Olympia was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church where she belonged to their Altar and Rosary Society. She was also a longtime member of Our Lady of Fatima Shrine as… Robert W. Archer, Sr. of Westerleigh on September 25, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Marie M. Archer. Loving father of Robert W. Archer, Jr. and Joanne M. McCarthy. Dear brother of William (Gene) Archer and Alice Lesica and the late Andrew Archer. Cherished grandfather of Lauren M. and Kristen A. McCarthy and the late Robert W. Archer III and great-grandfather of Brittany N. Archer and Joseph E. Martinez. Funeral service Harmon Home for Funerals, 571 Forest Ave, West Brighton Tuesday 10 A.M. Interment… were held at Lanterman Funeral Home in East Stroudsburg, Pa. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to Hospice &Palliative Care of Chenango County, 21 Hayes Street, Norwich, N.Y. 13815. may call Sunday, 1-4 & 7-9 at the Vay-Schleich &Meeson Funeral Home, 1075 Long Pond Road. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday at 10 o'clock at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make contributions to Strong Memorial Hospital ICU Dept., 601 Elmwood Ave., 14642 in her memory. For more information or to sign Stephanie's on line guest book, please visit: www.MeesonFamily.com Casey Funeral Home, 350 Slosson Ave, Castleton Corners, on Monday. Mass of Christian Burial Holy Family RC Church 9:45 A.M. Interment Moravian Cemetery. Friends will be received Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. www.SILive.com/obits Bauerle, Edith E. (White) "Edie" Nevada: Peacefully on September 23, 2008, in Henderson, NV. Predeceased by her loving husband, Robert W. Bauerle. Survived by sons, Curtis W. (Betty) of Henderson, NV and Lance S. (Corinne); grandchildren, Justin (Heidi) Bauerle and Jordan (Brianna) Bauerle, both of UT; step-grandchildren, Samantha and Tim Pierce; great-grandchildren, Chase, Luke and Ashtyn Bauerle. A private Memorial will be held. Donations can be made to the Humane Society at Lollypop Farm. Edie… received on Tues. from 6:00 - 9:00 PM at Kopler-Williams Funeral Home, Fillmore, NY. A graveside service on Wed. (Oct. 1, 2008) at 11:00 AM in Short Tract Cemetery. BERENS - David L., M.D. September 21, 2008; beloved husband of the late Sarah H. Berens; devoted father of Maxine (Loran) Bommer, Jonathan Berens and Maurine Berens; loving grandfather of Alexandra and Jessica Bommer and Seth Berens. Memorial Service will be held at Temple Beth Zion, 805 Delaware Ave. Sunday November 2nd at 11:30 AM. No prior visitations. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to UNYTS of WNY, Epilepsy Foundation of WNY or Hospice Foundation of WNY. Arrangements by AMHERST… may call at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, 2771 Chili Avenue, Monday, 2-4 &7-9. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, 11 AM St. Christopher's Church, 3350 Union Street. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. (Lewiston) - Brian Scott Besaw, Jr., premature infant son of Ashley Sarles and Brian Scott Besaw, Sr. of Niagara Falls, NY, died September 24, 2008 at Mount St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston.In addition to his parents, he is survived by his grandparents, Richard and Kim Sarles, Dolly Neubauer and Kerry Besaw, and several aunts and uncles.Services and burial are private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements were entrusted to HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3628 Ransomville Rd., Ransomville, NY.Visit… Bouchard, Velma A. Rochester: Peacefully on Wednesday Sept. 24, 2008, she was 96 years of age. Predeceased by her parents, Leonard &Elizabeth Bouchard, her brothers, Leonard &Ernest (&his wife Mary) Bouchard, &her sisters, Lorraine Zeller &Lina Charland, nephews George Zeller &Leonard Bouchard. She is survived by her nephews, Robert (Molly) Charland, Richard (Terese), Donald (Sharon), &Robert (Loretta) Bouchard; nieces Beverly (Nelson) Partlow, Sharon (Sam) Bellanca, cousins and… will be present to receive friends Monday 7-9 PM only at BEACH-TUYN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5541 Main St., (at Cayuga Rd. ), Williamsville. Friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday morning at 10:45 AM in SS. Peter and Paul Church, 5480 Main St., Williamsville. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials to St. Anns Sodality., Breister, Marilyn D. (DeMarco) may call at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, 2771 Chili Avenue, Sunday, 3-7. Funeral Service, Monday, 11 AM at the funeral home. Interment, Grove Place Cemetery. Contributions to Community Gospel Church, 715 Browns Rd., Scottsville, NY 14546. Brighton, Mary E. North Chili: Thursday, September 25, 2008. Survived by several cousins. Funeral Mass, Monday, September 29, 9:30 AM at St. Theodore's Church, 168 Spencerport Rd. Interment, private at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Arrangements: Leo M. Bean and Sons Brockman, Roy E. Irondequoit: Died September 25, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Leora (Schoeneman) Brockman; his son, Edward (Lorraine) Brockman; daughters, Mary Minkoff, Susan (Benjamin) Hinchman; grandchildren, Amanda (Jeff) Cook, Chad (Corinne) Betts, Robert Brockman, Dana Betts, Katherine Brockman, Anne Minkoff, Eric Minkoff, Holly (Brian) Reigner and Benjamin Hinchman V; niece, Barbara (Marx) Dam; and many cousins. He was a WWII B-17 Pilot, flying 35 combat missions. He retired as a chemical… Benjamin L. Brooks of Johnson City, Tenn. Benjamin L. Brooks, 69, of Johnson City, Tennessee passed away on September 26, 2008. Dr. Brooks was born in Binghamton, New York. He attended the University of New Mexico where he received his Doctorate and also played basketball. Dr. Brooks was a professor at several universities, including Louisiana State University and Appalachian State. His latest accomplishment was founding Bendell Services Inc., an area Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Center. Dr. Brooks was a… Brower, Eloise Jean "Lois" (Hutchinson) Brower, Eloise Jean "Lois" (Hutchinson) Williamson: Passed away peacefully at age 85, on September 26, 2008. Lois was born December 8, 1922, to Arthur and Lucille Hutchinson, and grew up in Williamson. She graduated from Williamson Central School in 1940, and from Syracuse University with a B.S. in Speech &Psychology, Summa Cum Laude. After graduation, she worked for IBM until marrying Charles Eugene "Gene" Brower in 1948. Together, they raised three children, Bonnie (Robert) LaFond… will be held on Wednesday, October 1, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, 76 First St., Newburgh, NY. Services will begin at noon with the Rev. Harry Brown Jr. officiating. Cremation will be at the convenience of the family. Rhodes Funeral Homes, 259 Walsh Ave., New Windsor, NY is entrusted with arrangements. Please visit www.rhodesfuneralhomes.com or call 845-569-1233. may call on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (297-9007), where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 30th at 10:00 AM, with Rev. Phillip Salich officiating. Interment in Memorial Park Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. Please visit www.ottoredanz.com and www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette/Obituaries.asp to sign guest register. will be held on Monday, September 29, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Hudson Valley Funeral Home, Inc., 239 Quassaick Ave. (Route 94), New Windsor, NY. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 30, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Cremation will take place at Cedar Hill Crematory at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the care of Anthony V. Cracolici of the Hudson Valley Funeral Home, Inc.; 845-562-4411. Diane M. Fogle Burke formerly of Newark Valley Diane Burke, 44, a resident of Florida for the past 17 years, died suddenly on September 17, 2008 as a result of injuries sustained in an accident in Florida. Diane was born on November 27, 1964 in Endicott, a daughter of Maxine L. (Pickett) Fogle and the late Donald Fogle. Diane is survived by her daughter, Chelsey Burke; her former husband, Tim Burke; her mother, Maxine Fogle; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Melvin (Bud) and Edie Fogle, Ronald and Jean Fogle… are invited to call Monday, 4-7 PM at the Stephenson-Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 350 Genesee St., Avon, where his Funeral Service will be held Tuesday at 11 AM. Interment, St. Agnes Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. CAMPBELL - Gilbert M. Age 76, September 23, 2008, of Melbourne, FL, formerly of Buffalo, NY, husband of Dolores Hatch Campbell; father figure to James (Susan) Hatch; cousin of Joseph (Fran) Gruber, Richard (Kathy) Kelly and Michael (Gail) Gruber. Funeral Services will be held in Florida. Mr. Campbell was a retiree of the City of Buffalo Dept. of Public Works and a former member of the Bridgewater Golf Club. Donations may be made Vitas Hospice, 4450 West Eau Gallie Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32934., Carey, Olive Braund Rochester: 11/28/1907-9/25/2008. Passed away in her sleep at age 100. Predeceased by her husbands, Hiram L. King and Elmer Carey. Survived by her son, Richard (MaryAnn) King and daughter, Marilyn (Frederick) Mansfield; sister-in-law, Antoinette Braund; grandchildren, Laurie (Joseph) Cardillo and Lisa (Sean) Kennedy; great-grandchildren, Holly, David, Kelly, Morgan and Brandon; several nieces &nephews. Memorial Service at the convenience of the family at a later date. Contributions… Cataldo, Grace (DiCesare) Gates: September 24, 2008. Predeceased by her husband, Stephen G. Cataldo; son Stephen F. Cataldo; brother, Fred DiCesare &sister, Mary McCann. Survived by her daughter, Gail (Cal) Haller; granddaughter, Shelly Baker; great-granddaughter, Nicole Berntsen; sisters, Jennie LaDuque &Theresa (Jim) Gallaro; sister-in-law, Laura Syracusa; several nieces &nephews. Grace's Memorial Mass will be held 10AM on Monday at St. Monica's Church, 34 Monica St. Donations may be… and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Monday, September 29th from 6 to 8 p.m. His funeral and committal services will follow at 8 pm. Rev. Dr. Larry Appenzellar will officiate. Interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Cloud, Kathleen "Kitty" (Stapleton) CLOUD - Kathleen Kitty (nee Stapleton)September 30, 2007, of the State of Washington, formerly of Buffalo, NY, beloved wife of Archie Cloud; mother of Steven and John (Kerri) Cloud; grandmother of Johnny, Tyler and Jared; great-grandmother of Toby; sister of Sheila (George) Hamilton; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends are invited to a memorial mass at St. Timothys R.C. Church, 565 E. Park Dr., Tonawanda, Monday evening at 6 PM., COLBY - Sidney Peter September 27, 2008, father of Barry (Diane) Colby, Ellen Kitty (Frank) Enders, Christopher (Jackie) Colby, Mary (Chuck) Seibert, Michelle (Don) Collins, James (Candy), John (Lisa), Constance, Patrick (Heather), Kelly, Sean (Wavie) and Daniel (Cherie) Colby; grandfather of 22, great-grandfather of 20 great-great-grandfather of three; former husband of the late Dorothy Dee Dee. Visitation JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 335 Ontario St., Monday 3-9 PM. Friends may gather for a funeral… Cole, Daniel Riley, II Holley: He was born in Albion, April 12, 1953, died at the age of 55, September 26, 2008, after a brief illness. He is survived by his beloved wife of 31 years Penny (Kittle) Cole; his loving children, Heather (Steven) Kelley, Daniel (Laura Ritchie) Cole, Matthew Cole, all of Holley; brother, Michael Cole of Naples, FL; brothers-in-law, David Kittle of Gates, Jason Share of Bradenton, FL; sisters-in-law, Lisa DeMauro &Stacy Forehand, both of Bradenton, FL; aunts, Audrey Cole,… Casey Funeral Home, 350 Slosson Ave, Castleton Corners, on Wednesday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Teresa R.C. Church. Interment Long Island National Cemetery. Friends will be received Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Complete notice to follow. www.SILive.com/obits Craddock, Willie F. Sr. Deacon Rochester: September 25, 2008, at age 65. Forever cherished by his sons, Minister Willie F. Jr. (Elizabeth), Deacon Jeffrey (Donnetta) and Bishop Neal (Jacqueline) Craddock; daughters, Lisa Booker, Evangelist Chastidy (Min. George) Dailey, and Angel (Dennis) Green; brothers, Jessie Jr. (Essie), Johnnie, and Minister Simon (Patricia) Craddock; sister, Martha Johnson; 24 grandchildren; 4 great-grand-children; and a host of other relatives. Deacon Craddock's Homegoing Service… may call on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Gaul Funeral Home, 263 East Avenue. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM at Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 75 East Avenue, Lockport. Interment in Cold Spring Cemetery. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to ECMC, Emmanuel Methodist Church or The Dale Association.Visit www.gaulfuneralhome.com CREAHAN - Helen Nell (nee Redden)Of South Buffalo, NY, age 91, died peacefully in her sleep September 27, 2008, beloved wife of the late Thomas Creahan; dearest mother of Mary Ellen (late Frank) Magnifico, Eileen (late Thomas) Webb, Jim (Helen), Patricia (Steven) Webb and the late Thomas Sudsy Creahan; loving grandmother to nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; sister of the late Betty McGuire, Jack Redden and Dolores Danahy. Family will be present to receive friends Tuesday from 3-8 PM at the… Martha Crisman, 93, formerly of 66th Street and 80th Street, died Thursday, September 25, 2008 in Schoellkopf Health Care Center.Mrs. Crisman was born March 26, 1915 in Dunkirk, the daughter of Raymond and Syrene Crawford. She was the wife of the late Marshall P. Crisman who died in 1980.Mrs. Crisman was very active in Riverside Presbyterian Church where she was a deacon and former Sunday School teacher. She was also a member of the former N.F. Chapter #582 of the Order of Eastern Star.She is survived by… CUTLER - Sarah B. Of Orchard Park, NY, September 21, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Thomas P. Cutler; loving mother of Thomas P. (Caryn) Jr., Denny B. (Millie) and Nancy C. (David) Ignacio; cherished grandmother of Casey, Hanna, Pamela, Natalie, Thomas and Peter. No prior visitation. Services and burial will be held in Boston, MA. Memorials made to Buffalo Hospice, Inc. Arrangements by the F.E. BROWN SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., Cyr, Jane Elizabeth Gable "Betty" Dorothy (Ellis) Berg, 85, died Monday (Sept. 22, 2008) at Hornell Gardens Nursing Home, following a long illness. She attended the Bishopville Country School and graduated from Arkport Central. She was employed by Eastman Kodak in Rochester for 29 years, retiring in 1971 and moving back to Ellis Hill, where she resided with her husband, Irving Berg, who predeceased her. In 1989, she was the founder, major benefactor and named “Heritage Hill” in Arkport. For several years, she was chairman of the… Dalberth, Virginia Marion/North Carolina: We will be holding a Memorial Service for her family and friends in New York on Sunday, October 5 at 4:00 p.m. at the Oasis of Hope Community Church located at 1378 Trolley Road, Palmyra. DEARLOVE - James O. September 19, 2008, of Grand Island, husband of Carol Phelps Dearlove and the late Emma Raye (Gay) Dearlove; father of Deborah Dearlove; step father of George Phelps, John Phelps, Patricia (Kurt) Lorence and the late Cheryl Ann Cassel; also survived by eight grandchidlren; son of the late Frederick and Olive Dearlove; brother of the late Raymond Dearlove. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 2100 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island where… may call Sunday, 2-6PM at the Dierna Funeral Home, 2309 Culver Rd., near Norton. Butch's Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday at 12 NOON at St. Cecilia's Church. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to an Education Fund for his granddaughter, Abbie. DeFrank, Dolores Rochester: September 24, 2008. Predeceased by her parents, Josephine and Dominick DeFrank; and brother-in-law, Joseph Nasca. Survived by her sister, Frances Nasca; nephews, Joseph (Donna) and Michael Nasca; grandnephew, David Nasca; grandniece, Rachel Nasca; several aunts, uncles, cousins and good friends. She was employed at Labori's Dress Shop for over 30 years. She was a member of St. Philip Neri Church and an active member in St. Cecilia's Church. Calling, Sunday, 2-6 at Falvo… DERRY - Anna B. (nee Kubant)September 26, 2008, of Lackawanna, NY, beloved wife of the late Stephen J.; dearest mother of Mario, Robert (Evelyn) and Nancy; loving grandmother of Stephen and Kimberly; daughter of the late John and Caroline Kubant; sister of Charlotte and Stella and the late Mary, Helen, Josephine, Terry, Dorothy, Stephen and John; also survived by nieces and nephews. Services from THECOLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPELS, INC., 3003 South Park Ave., Lackawanna, NY, Monday morning at 9 and from Our Lady… may call from 4-8 PM on Tuesday (Sept.30, 2008) at the Paul L. Murphy &Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM on Wednesday (October 1, 2008) at St. Michael's Church, South Main Street, Newark. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials in his name may be made to St. Michael's School, 325 South Main Street, New York 14513. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Monday, September 29, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave. Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 30, at Sacred Heart Church, Newburgh. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor. To send condolences or for directions to the funeral home, please visit BrooksFH.com or call 845-561-8300. Difante, Elizabeth (Mastrodonato) DiFante, Elizabeth (Mastrodonato) Webster: Sept. 27, 2008 age 82. Predeceased by husband, Alexander. Survived by daughter, Diane (John) Serles; son, Mark DiFante; grandchildren, Alex Serles, Andy Serles and Dylan DiFante; sister, Margaret Serio; many other relatives and friends. Calling Monday 4-8pm at Falvo Funeral Home, 1295 NINE MILE POINT ROAD, WEBSTER, (rte 250 north of Plank). Funeral Tuesday, 9:30 from the funeral home, 10 am at St Paul's Church in Webster. Interment Holy Sepulchre.… MATTHEW FUNERAL HOME INC., 2508 VICTORY BLVD. AT WILLOWBROOK RD., on Tuesday 8:45 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial St. Teresa's Church 9:30 A.M. Entombment Woodbridge Memorial Gardens, Woodbridge, NJ. Friends may call Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations to Pax Christi Hospice would be appreciated. WWW.MATTHEWFUNERALHOME.COM www.SILive.com/obits Dr. William T. Kane of Cheyenne died Tuesday September 23, 2008 at Pointe Frontier retirement center following a lengthy Illness. Dr. Kane was a physicist for Corning Glass Works in New York. He held three patents in chrystallography and heat sensing technology, which contributed to the early processing and manufacture of fiber optics. He later served as a Corning Inc. representative in establishing international standards for the use of optic fiber in communications. Kane attended college at the… ., will be on Tuesday, September 30, from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home, 117 Maple Ave., Monroe, NY. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. in the funeral home, with the Rev. Karen Green officiating. Interment will be on Wednesday, October 1, at 10 a.m. in Orange County Veterans' Cemetery in Goshen. If friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the U.S.S. Slater Restoration Fund at the Destroyer Escort Historical Museum, U.S.S.… Judith Ford Eggleston of Hillcrest Judith Ford Eggleston, 68, of Hillcrest, died peacefully Wednesday, September 24, 2008, surrounded by her family. She was predeceased by her parents, Robert E. and Elizabeth Ford; her sisters, Patricia Sites, A. Jeanette Kniskern. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, David R. Eggleston; her children, Amy and Joe Gabriel, David and Tina Eggleston, Daniel Eggleston, Thomas and Linda Eggleston, Andrew and Christina Eggleston; her grandchildren, Anthony, Nicholas,… Elizabeth Mae “Betty” Franks, age 86, of Painted Post, New York and Bradenton, Florida passed away on Friday, September 26, 2008 at Corning Hospital. She was born on February 7, 1922 in Springfield, PA, the daughter of the late Edwin and Ruth Whipple. She married Gordon Franks on August 22, 1980 in Ridgewood, New Jersey. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Painted Post and she retired from Ingersoll-Rand. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, being around her children… . Memorials may be made to the Olmsted Center for the Blind. Arrangements by the BURY FUNERAL HOME. Andrew A. Vitello, Director (875-2261)., Englert, Elizabeth T. "Coke" (Colella) will receive friends at the C. MERTZ AND SON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 911 Englewood Ave., Sunday from 2-6 PM and Monday from 4-8 PM where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10:15 AM and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Timothys Church at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Foundation, Inc. of WNY., EVCHICH - Stephen M. September 26, 2008, of Williamsville, NY, beloved husband of Catherine (Ermol) Evchich; father of Ann Marie (Paul) Kroll and Todd Evchich; grandfather of Adam and Nicholas Kroll; brother of Doris (John) Mueller, Donald (Elizabeth) and Dennis (Sherri) Evchich; survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 7-9 at LESTER H. WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave, where funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in Blessed Sacrament… FARREN, Kenneth Sr. -9/25/08 Happy Birthday. One year ago we lost you, you are always in our hearts. MA, BOY, CAROLINE, DIANE, JUNE, CAROL &MARY, for Anthony D. Ferro will be held Monday 9 a.m. from the Sedlock Funeral Home, Inc., 161 Clinton St., Binghamton and 9:30 a.m. at St. Cyril's Church where a Funeral Mass will be offered for him. The family will receive friends at the Sedlock Funeral Home, Inc. on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Burial will be in the Slovak Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that those wishing may make memorial contributions in Tony's name to the St. Cyril's Repair My Church Fund, 148 Clinton… Catherine Finaldi (nee) Canonico. In her 107th year. Devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Mass St. Francis of Rome. Yonkers, NY, 10 A.M. Monday. IN REPOSE RACCUGLIA & SON 321-323 Court Street 718-855-7737 www.SILive.com/obits Formerly of Milford, PA Robert D. Forsythe, 89, of Avon, CT, formerly of Milford, PA, beloved husband of Grace (Cullen) Forsythe, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at his home. He was born in New York, NY on February 5, 1919, son of the late Robert F. C. Forsythe and Sarah E. (Dobbin) Forsythe. He was a Pharmacist Mate, First Class in the United States Coast Guard during World War II. Robert served on the New York City Fire Department retiring as Captain after 25 years. Besides his… FOX - Peter C. Of West Seneca, entered into rest September 26, 2008. Loving son of the late Joseph M. and Mary M. (nee Baumann) Fox; dear brother of Richard (Emily) Fox and the late Irene M. Fox, Sister Elizabeth O.L.C (Bernice Fox) and Paul Fox; cherished uncle of Paula (Thomas) Clark, Donna (Paul) Maurer, Mark Fox and Lisa Martin; also survived by several great-nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME, (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd. near Lake… “Here today, gone tomorrow.” Francis “Skip” Dutcher, 82, of Country Manor passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008, at his home. Francis was born on May 30, 1926, in Mohawk, the son of the late Linos and Grace (Williamson) Dutcher. Skip was a graduate of Mohawk schools. Following high school he joined the Navy serving during World War II with the Navy Seabees. Following his service he was employed as a machinist with Chicago Pneumatic for over 20 years. Skip was a member of the Mohawk American… Frederick Kopp, 86, of Sweet Hill Rd., entered into eternal rest on September 25, 2008 at Little Falls Hospital. Central Valley, NY Constance G. Galberd, a 48-year area resident, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2008 at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Cornwall Campus. She was 80. The daughter of the late Robert Maurer and Sadie Weber Maurer, she was born June 11, 1928 in New York, NY. She was a retired Registered Nurse at Cornwall Hospital in Cornwall, NY. She was a member of the Woodbury Community Ambulance Corps and a member and Trustee of the Woodbury Historical Society. Survivors include her husband,… at www.oconnellfh.net, October 24, 1966 - September 16, 2008 Coldenham, NY Vincent V. "Vinnie" Gambuti of Coldenham, NY, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2008, at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, surrounded by family. He was 41 years old. He was born on October 24, 1966 in Cornwall, NY. He was a 1984 graduate of Washingtonville High School and was a Production Supervisor for Presray Corporation in Wassaic, NY. Vinnie was the brother of Robert S. Gambuti and wife, Patti of Otisville, Rena M. Meyer of… may call 1-3, 5-7 Tues. at Willard H. Scott Funeral Home, 12 South Ave., Webster. Memorial Service 1:00 P.M. Wed. at Webster Presbyterian Church, 550 Webster Rd., Webster. Interment, Webster Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Continuing Developmental Services (CDS), 860 Hard Rd., Webster, NY 14580 or Heritage Christian Services Foundation, 349 W. Commercial St., East Rochester, NY 14445. GIARAFFA - Elaine M. (Saviola)Peacefully, September 27, 2008, loving wife of the late Joseph Giaraffa; dearest sister of Angeline (late Russell) Rosati, and the late Philomenia Saviola, Dorothy (late Carl) Ott and Frank (late Thelma) Saviola; cherished aunt of many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family will be present Tuesday from 4-7 PM at the (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5200 Sheridan Dr. (corner of Hopkins Rd). Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St.… GIOTIS - George A. September 25, 2008, beloved husband of Margarita K. Giotis; loving father of Alexander C. Giotis; brother of the late Helen Apostol; uncle of Christopher, Dean and Angela Apostol; cousin of Demetrios Tzoannos. Friend and relatives may call Saturday 7-9 and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the PERNA- PELLEGRINA FUNERAL HOME, 1671 Maple Rd., Williamsville. Funeral services will be held at Hellenic Orthodox Church of the Annunciation (Delaware at West Utica) Monday at 10 AM, please assemble at… will be held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 East Main Street, followed by a Funeral Mass at the Church of the Holy Family at 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City. The family will receive friends at the Allen Memorial Home, Monday from 10 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m. Expressions of sympathy in Mr. Gnan's memory may be made to the Church of the Holy Family, 3600 Phyllis Street, Endwell, N.Y. 13760. The family wishes to extend special thanks to the… may call at the Vay-Schleich &Meeson Funeral Home, 1075 Long Pond Rd. Thursday, October 2, 2008, from 1-2 followed by her Funeral Service in the Funeral Home Chapel at 2:00 P.M. Interment White Haven Memorial Park. For more information or to sign Elizabeth's online guestbook please visit www.meesonfamily.com Goebel, Henry Edward Henrietta: Died peacefully on September 25, 2008, at age 97. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 62 years, Evelyn (Zabel) Goebel and daughter, Linda Banks. He is survived by his children, Nancy (Vincent) Gilhool and John (Linda) Goebel; son-in-law, William Banks Sr.; grandchildren, Suzanne, Caroline, William Jr. and Lora Banks, Matthew, Steven (Laura) and Amanda Gilhool, David and Peter Goebel; nephews, Frederick and Robert Miller; extended family in Germany and devoted friend and… GOLDSMITH, Jeffery T. Age 36 of Columbus, OH and Greenville, OH, passed away Saturday evening, September 20, 2008, at his residence in Columbus. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY, on Monday, September 29, 2008 from 4-7 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2008, at 10 a.m. at Maranatha Bible Chapel, 774 Sing Sing Road, Horseheads, NY, with Pastor Tom Allen. Jeffery will be laid to rest in Forest… Casey Funeral Home, 350 Slosson Ave, Castleton Corners, on Monday 11 A.M. Interment St. Peter's Cemetery. Friends will be received Saturday 7-9 P.M. and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. www.SILive.com/obits Goronkin, Arnold Syracuse: September 26, 2008. Arnold "Arnie" Goronkin, 77 died Friday at Menorah Park in Syracuse. Born in Pittsburgh, Arnie had been a resident of Syracuse since 1972. After attending the University of Pittsburgh he began his career with the Spencer Companies, a family footwear company. He was the general sales manager. Arnie was a member of the Cavalry Club, and the Paddle Club of Manlius. He is survived by his wife Ruby of 52 years, his sister Marsha Grossman, his sister-in-law… Grauert, Leila B. Santa Rosa, CA: In loving memory of Leila B. Grauert who passed away peacefully on September 17, 2008, from complications of Alzheimer's. She was residing in Santa Rosa, California, and was 91 years old. Daughter of the late Hans and Julie Ammon Bernstorff, she was predeceased by her husband (Sept. 2, 1968) Dr. Hans J. Grauert and her son LT j.g. Hans Herbert Grauert, a naval aviator who was lost at sea in 1967 during the Viet Nam War. She is survived by her four children, Marion… Magdaline E. Griffin passed away September 25, 2008 in Millard Fillmore Gates Circle. Born April 13, 1930 in Buffalo, she was the daughter of Martin and Lillian (Kreher) Schillinger. Magdaline enjoyed spending time with her family, her dog, playing cards, bingo and going fishing. She was predeceased by her husband, Loren Griffin.Magdaline is survived by her children, Thomas (Karen) Bach, Sr. of Connecticut, Suzanne (Pete) Rickard, Arthur Bach, Jr., Alan Bach, all of Lockport, Lynn (Tom) Taylor of California… GULLIVER, Arthur D. "Art" Age 47, of Wellsboro, PA, died Saturday, September 27, 2008 at his home. There will be no services. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Mansfield, PA. www.buckheitfcancrematory.com Haeusing, Karl F. Sodus: September 25, 2008, age 83, at his home in Sodus. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Marianne Haeusing; daughters Ulrike (John) Braun and Heidelore (Tom) Ronan; sons Karl W Haeusing and Robert Haeusing; 4 grandchildren, Christopher and Nicholas Braun and Lindsay and Harrison Ronan. Karl was born and educated in Germany. He immigrated to the United States in 1954 and was employed as an operating engineer at the Lone Star Brewery in San Antonio, TX, and since 1964 he had worked at… HALPIN - Dr. Thomas F. O.D. August 29, 2008 in Portland, OR; dearest husband of the late Delora (Young); beloved brother of Rose Marie Halpin; father of Thomas A. (Aruna), Kathleen Holabird, Delbert (Maxine), Jeffrey and Cheri (Greg) MacDowall; also survived by six grandchildren, Joshua, Kathleen, Nikee, Chelsea, Shelby, and Haley. A Mass of Christian Burial was at St. Therese Catholic Church in Gresham, Oregon. A committal with full military honors was held at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland,… Hartwick, Christine Rita (Brinkworth) may call Sunday, 2-4, 7-9 PM at the funeral chapel (2305 Monroe Ave.). A Memorial Service will be held Monday, 1 PM at Christ Episcopal Church, 36 South Main St., Pittsford. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the George Eastman House, 900 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607, or to YMCA of Greater Rochester, 444 E. Main St., Rochester, NY 14604, Attn: Karen Higman. Anthony Funeral &Cremation Chapels 2305 Monroe Ave. 244-0770 Heininger, Marian E. (Wilson) Webster: Fri., Sept. 26, 2008, age 98. Predeceased by her husband, Gerard Heininger; son, Paul Roger Heininger. She leaves her son, Gerard W. Heininger of WY; daughters, Ilona S. (Ronald) Yantz of Byron and Gail (Donald) Fry of Webster; 10 grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nephew and cousins. Services and interment at the convenience of the family at Webster Union Cemetery. Arr: Willard H. Scott. HEJNA - Eugene J. September 25, 2008, beloved husband of Rose (Janczak) Hejna; dearest father of Paul (Martha), Kenneth (Karen) Hejna, Amy (Peter) Murphy, late Michael E. (Christine) Hejna; also survived by nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; brother of Irene (Edward) Rydzynski, Chester (Mary Ann), Arthur (late Millie) Hejna, Frances (Paul) Piskorz, Thaddeus (Irene) Hejna; predeceased by other brothers and sisters; survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral service from the BARRON-MILLER… HOGREWE - David A., Sr. September 25, 2008 of Burlington, WI, formerly of Grand Island, NY; husband of the late Marianne (nee Wright) Hogrewe; father of David A. (Lisa) Hogrewe, Jr., Kathy (Daniel) Lowes, Karen (Carl) Allenbaugh and Kyle (David) Fubelli; grandfather of Michael, Ashley, Kimberly, Jamie, Cassidy, Cody, Eric and Anna; brother of Yvette Simpson and Yvonne Haller; fiance of Karen Geiken. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service in St. Martins in the Field Episcopal Church,… Gerald C. Holbrook of Great Bend, Pa. Gerald C. Holbrook, 69, of Kime Apts., Great Bend, Pa., passed away suddenly on Friday, September 26, 2008, due to a car accident. He was born in Jackson Twp., Pa., the son of the late Frederick and Ruth (Spangenberg) Holbrook. Gerald was predeceased by his loving wife of 47 years, Shirley Marie Holbrook on October 5, 2005. He is survived by a son David G. Holbrook and Crystal Roe, Susquehanna, Pa., three daughters; Patricia L. and Darryl Heckman, Lehighton, Pa., Dian… Kenneth C. Horton of Greene Kenneth C. Horton, 78, passed away on Sept. 26, 2008 at NYS Veterans Home, Oxford. He was predeceased by his parents, Leon and Rita Horton; and by two brothers, Harold and Carl; and by sister, Ella May. He is survived by two sisters and brothers-in-law, Laura and Peter Marshall, South Plymouth, and Betty and Robert Murdock, Maryland; two sisters-in-law, Marie Horton, Norwich, Rose Horton Sherburne; several nieces and nephews. Ken served his country during WWII in the US Army. He… Howard Rosco Aylor, 84, passed away peacefully Monday (Sept. 22, 2008) at his home. Howard was born June 6, 1924, in Granger, a son of Raymond and Hazel (Mehlenbacher) Aylor. He was a retired welder for the Acme Electric Co in Cuba. He then worked with Curt Crandall Memorials in Caneadea. He married Marjorie Weinhauer on Oct. 20, 2000. She survives. Howard is survived by his wife, Marjorie; his children, Brenda Lee (James) Rightmeyer of Hunt, Linda Lee (Chuck) Franklin of Belfast, Darrell Lee (Jan) Aylor of… Arnold C. Huth, age 56, of Gasport, entered into rest on Thursday, September 25, 2008 at his home. Born October 24, 1951 in Medina, he was the son of Gladys (nee Geritz) Huth Dunn and the late Clarence Huth. Arnold had worked at Whiting Door where he did press setup. He had served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the NRA and the Wolcottsville Sportsman Club. Arnold was an avid deer and turkey hunter. He had lived in Gasport most of his life. Dear son of Gladys (Jr.) Dunn of Ransomville… HYZIAK - Florence September 27, 2008, wife of the late Chester; mother of Rosemary and Ann Marie (Thomas) Mooney; grandmother of Kathleen, Gerald, Abraham and Noel; great-grandmother of David and Ariana. Visitation at the DENGLER &ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 8630 Transit Rd., Amherst, Monday from 3-7 PM. Everyone is invited to meet at St. Pius X Church on French Rd. on Tuesday 10 AM for a Mass of Christian Burial., In loving memory of... Helen K. Watlock Helen K. Watlock 89 years formerly of 364 West Second St., and more recently she had resided at the Rustic Dreams Private Care Home, died Friday September 26, 2008 at Corning Hospital with her family at her side. She was born October 26, 1918 in Corning, NY the daughter of the late John and Suzanne Banik Kozey. A lifetime resident of Corning, receiving her education in Corning and also later in life her real-estate license. Helen and George Watlock, Jr. were married June 7, 1941 in Kingston, PA. He… Ingram “Ingy” Ingraham, 56, of Rockwell Drive, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, in Little Falls Hospital. He was born on Sept. 3, 1952, in Herkimer, a son of Grace (Bowman) and the late Walter Ingraham. A life long area resident he attended Ilion schools. He was presently employed with Herb Philipson’s Army and Navy Store in Herkimer. A NASCAR fan, and sports enthusiast, he especially enjoyed watching the Kansas City Chief’s Football games. To all who knew him, he will be… John Howard Sikso, formerly of Green Acres mobile home park near North Hornell, died Thursday (Sept. 18, 2008) in Wellsville Manor. Born July 8, 1917 in Hornell, the son of Andrew and Florence (Goho) Sikso, he was married July 16, 1938 in Hornell to the former Evelyn Dunham, who survives. A resident of Hornell for most of his life, he was a graduate of Hornell High School. He served with the U.S. Army Air Corps from 1943-46 and received the American Service Medal, the Asiatic-Pacific Service Medal and the… Joyce S. McDaniels, 82, of Maple Street passed away Wednesday (Sept. 24, 2008) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Arrangements are incomplete at the H.P. Smith & Son, Inc. Funeral Home in Canisteo. Joyce S. McDaniels, 82, of Maple Street passed away Wednesday (Sept. 24, 2008) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She left our world and accepted the ultimate challenge of teaching God’s children. Joyce may have passed from this life, but the hundreds whose lives were changed by “Mrs. McDaniels” will never forget her. Joyce was born Jan. 10, 1926, in Canisteo to Dr. Harold O. and Genevieve (Burrell) Stewart. On Oct. 20, 1945 in Canisteo, she married Paul B. “Mac” McDaniels. She was a… James E. Jackson of New Dorp on September 27, 2008. Beloved husband of Phyllis. Loving father of James and Kelly Jackson. Cherished son of Catherine Jackson. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Hanley Funeral Home, 60 New Dorp Lane. Complete notice to follow. www.SILive.com/obits James P. Straney, 54, of 821 E. Monroe St., Little Falls, passed away Monday, September 22, 2008, at Albany Medical Center, Albany. He was born on April 15, 1954, in Rochester, the son of James A. and Patricia (Schoff) Straney of Ava. He was a graduate of Rome Free Academy, Rome. He also graduated from SUNY Albany with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics. He was united in marriage to Jan A. Nesom on August 28, 1998, in Little Falls. A member of Holy Family Parish Church, Little Falls, Mr. Straney was also… . Memorials may be made to Hospice. Arrangements by the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME INC. Online register at meyerfuneralhome.com, Kathryn (Kay) Herd Estelle Mitchell Herd Kathryn (Kay) Herd Estelle Mitchell Herd passed away Aug. 7, 2008, at Johnson City Medical Center following a brief illness. Kay was born to William and Kathryn Mitchell on Sept. 3, 1933. She earned her degree from the University of Rochester School Of Nursing. She was born in Plattsburg, New York, and raised in Herkimer, N.Y., and had lived in Johnson City, Tenn., since 1978. Upon her retirement as a registered nurse at North Side Hospital, Kay was an active volunteer in multiple community organizations,… George J. Keenan of Otego George J. Keenan, 84, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2008, at the New York State Veteran's Home in Oxford. George was born on November 20, 1923 in the Bronx, the son of K. Raymond and Viola (Kappas) Keenan. He married Ethel (Haege) Keenan on September 4, 1948 in S.S. Joachim and Anne Church in Queens Village. She predeceased him on February 28, 2008. He was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans, life member of the American Legion Post in Queens Village and a… Kelly, Katie M. Greece: September 23, 2008. Predeceased by her husband, Gerald E. Kelly, Sr. Survived by daughters, Ethel (Arthur) Adell, DeLynn (George) Brown; sons, Tyrone (Yolanda), Gerald Jr. and Timothy Kelly; step-children, Noreen (Richard) Rogers and Joyce (James) Bellis; 22 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 4 sisters; 1 brother; and also her life-long friends, Ida Wells, Polly Jackson and Betty Jones. She was a volunteer with the City School District for many years. Katie acted as a Liason… KELLY - Marilyn Filbrick September 22, 2008 in Prague, Czech Republic while on vacation; wife of the late Joseph Kelly; sister of the late Mary Filbrick Moss; survived by grandniece Jennifer Newman Amos (Schuyler), grandnephew Matthew Newman and great-grandniece Mary Catherine Amos. A Memorial Service will be held at Forest Lawn Chapel, Wednesday October 1st at 11 AM. Marilyn was a graduate of Buffalo Seminary and Skidmore College and had lived in Croton-on-Hudson, NY and retired to Old Snowmass, CO in… Kennedy, Patricia J. Mt. Morris/ W. Palm Beach, Fl: Age 93, peacefully Sept 20, 2008 in West Palm Beach Fl. Predeceased by her parents, Arthur and Ella Kennedy; brother, Norman Kennedy; nephew, Robert V.Kennedy. Survived by her loving sisters, Arystine Peerson of Palm Beach Shore Fl.; nephews, Morris Kennedy of Mt. Morris, William (Diane) Kennedy and Allen Peerson both of Fl.; also many great-nieces, nephews, great-great-nieces and nephews; also a special care giver Angline Bailey. No prior calling, all are… Kleisle, William C. "Poorbilly" KLESS - Mary J. (nee Paone)Of Depew, NY, September 26, 2008, beloved wife of the late Frederick Hauber and the late John Kless; loving mother of Claire (late Sal) Paladino, Albert (Barbara) Hauber, Mary Lou (Richard) Montgomery, Linda Kless and the late Karen (Don) Frei; grandmother of 13; great-grandmother of 30; great-great-grandmother of seven; also predeceased by brothers and sisters. Family will receive relatives and friends at the WENDEL &LOECHER INC., FUNERAL HOME, 27 Aurora St., Lancaster Sunday… KOHLHAS - Joseph M. Of West Seneca, NY, September 19, 2008, brother of John (Shirley); uncle of Patricia and Michael (Judith) Kohlhas; great-uncle of Laura Beth and Jeffrey (Sarah). No prior visitation. Memorial Mass will be held Monday, September 29 at 9:30 AM, in Nativity of Our Lord Church, Orchard Park, NY. Friends invited. Arrangements by F.E. BROWN SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd., in North Tonawanda, on Monday from 7-9 PM. Prayers will be said at the funeral home Tuesday at 9:30 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Czestochowa R.C. Church at 10:00 AM. Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. On-line guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com . KREBS - Jeanne (nee Everett)Of Lancaster, NY, September 27, 2008, beloved wife of the late Peter J.; loving mother of Kenneth (Cassandra); grandmother of Jennifer and Caroline Krebs; daughter of Dorothy (late Harry); sister of Harry, Jr. Buddy, Bobby, Tracy, Shelly and the late Pauline (Ronald) Kaczmarek. Family will receive relatives and friends at the WENDEL &LOECHER, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 27 Aurora St., Lancaster, Monday 2-4 and 7-9 where services will be held Tuesday morning at 10 AM., KYLER - Christine M. Chris Age 43, died peacefully and unexpectedly on September 25, 2008, loving daughter of Geraldine Golden (Bob) Tork and Carl Kyler; dearest mother of three beautiful children, Natasha, Jessica and Roger; beloved grandmother of Maya; fond wife of Michael Mickey McMindes; sister of P.J. (Wendy), Cindy and Robin; also survived by nieces and nephews., LAVRIS, M. Anita Age 87 of Eastview Dr. Horseheads passed away on Fri. Sept. 26, 2008 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Anita was born March 29, 1921 in Port Jervis, NY, to the late J. Francis and Loretto (Cushing) Trainor. She is survived by her loving and devoted family and caregivers, her husband, Ted Lavris and daughter, Sally Lavris both of Horseheads. Also surviving are her brother, Vincent Trainor of Elmira; sister-in-law, Margerie Trainor of Maryland and several nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and… . Arrangements by OCONNELL-MURPHYFUNERAL HOME., Leibinger, Genevieve "Genny" (Schaffer) LEIBINGER - Genevieve Genny (nee Schaffer)September 26, 2008, beloved wife of the late Joseph; daughter of the late Clyde and Katherine; dear sister of the late James, William, Carlisle, Edgar, Charles, Donald and John Schaffer; survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday 9:30-11:00 AM at the JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 335 Ontario St. Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM., will receive relatives and friends on Monday only from 7-9 PM at the JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME INC., 25 William St. (between Morgan &Broad Sts.) in the City of Tonawanda. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Ovarian Cancer Research, 14 Pennsylvania Plaza, Suite 1400, New York, N.Y., 10122 (www.ocrf.org). Darlene was a 1987 graduate of Tonawanda High School and was employed as a Primary Care Instructor for People Inc. for the past five years., Lindbloom, Viola H. (Anderson) LINDBLOOM - Viola H. (nee Anderson)September 25, 2008. Age 92. Beloved wife of the late Eric T. Lindbloom Jr.; dearest mother of Nancy R. (Donald S.) Battistoni, Eric T. Lindbloom III and the late Jack K. (Nordis I.) Lindbloom; dear grandmother of 11 and 16 great-grandchildren; sister of Russell H. Anderson of Las Vegas, NV; also survived by nieces. Funeral arrangements by AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 716-836-0130. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice-Buffalo or St. Johns Lutheran Church of… Linfoot, Ruth L. (Greene) Geneseo: August 17, 2008 at age 101 years. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at St. Michael's Episcopal Church in Geneseo. Interment, Temple Hill Cemetery. For more information, please go to: www.rector-hicksfuneralhome.com and friends will be received at the Millerton Wesleyan Church, Millerton, PA on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, between the hours of 4-6 p.m. A Memorial Service will follow at 6 p.m. A complete obituary will appear in Monday's edition. LUCAS - Grace C. Age 82, of Erie, PA, formerly of Tonawanda, NY and a resident of Niagara Village, died suddenly Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at St. Marys at Asbury Ridge. She was born in Clifton Springs, NY on August 18, 1926, the daughter of the late George K. and Helen Schaefer Abel. Grace moved from Tonawanda, NY in 2004. She was a member of the church choir at St. Edmunds R.C. Church in Tonawanda and was involved with their Seniors Club. She enjoyed her piano, doing crosswords and puzzle making. Grace… Maas, Steven A., Esq. Brighton: Passed away unexpectedly on September 27, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Chris; brother and sister-in-law, Bruce &Laura Maas; nieces, Michelle &Andrea Maas; his "boys" Bubba &Diggy and many wonderful friends. A private interment will be held. A celebration of Steve's life will be held on Monday September 29th at 12 Noon at the Genesee Valley Club, 421 East Ave. with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Humane… MANIKOWSKA, Terry -Four years, your memory is as dear today as in the hour you past. LOVE CYNDI AND FAMILY, Mark A. Carey Jr., age 35, of Mohawk Drive Canajoharie passed away unexpectedly at home on September 25, 2008. He was born March 21, 1973 in Gloversville. A son of Mark A. Carey Sr. Mrs. Mary Jane (Wheeler) Wilson, 84, of Barringer Road, town of German Flatts, devoted wife and loving mother and grandmother passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, in the comfort of her home. She was born in Ilion, on Jan. 15, 1924, daughter of the late Harold and Margaret (Albin) Wheeler and was a proud graduate of Annunciation Catholic School, Ilion. Mrs. Wilson considered her job to be home and taking wonderful, thoughtful care of her loved ones. A job that she performed with dedication and… McGRATH - Rita M. (Langan)September 24, 2008, wife of John F. McGrath; mother of Claire Bouvier (Michael Savini), Diane Blaser, John F. Jr. (Paula), Nancy (Paul) Ogorek, Paul (Connie), Leo (Lynn) and James (Karen); grandmother of Fred, Brendan, Jacqueline, Kevin, Megan, Audrey (USMC), Joseph, Elizabeth, Brian, Sean, Hannah, Conor, Shannon, Michael, Jillian, Gina and Justin; sister of Theresa Langan, Evelyn (late Stanley) Chernesky, Rev. Vincent Langan and the late Leo Langan. Friends may call Saturday 7-9… Anne Rose McKeon (nee Coscia) on September 25, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Alfred McKeon. Loving mother of Marilyn McKeon, Joan McGrath, Anne Maine, Alicen McKeon, John McKeon and Thomas McKeon. Loving mother-in-law of Donald Maine and Eva McKeon. Dearest sister of Frank Maggio. Cherished grandmother of eleven grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Adored aunt of many nieces and nephews. Reposing at A. Azzara Funeral Home Inc., 183 Sand Lane, South Beach, S.I. Funeral… will be present on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Elma Chapel) Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 7540 Clinton Street, where Funeral Services will be held on Monday at 10:30 AM. Friends invited. Marcia was a life member of Allied Sportsmen of WNY Inc. If desired, donations may be made to the Cowlesville Fire Company. On-line guest register at www.Amigone.com., Mildred P. Begley, 90, formerly of 550 E. John St. (Rockton Plaza), Little Falls, and for the past four years a resident of Valley Health Services, Herkimer, passed away Friday, September 19, 2008, at Bassett Healthcare Center, Cooperstown. She was born on September 23, 1917, in Little Falls, the daughter of the late John and Anna (Caltik) Paracka. She was a graduate of Little Falls High School. Mrs. Begley was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Little Falls, where her father was one of the… Josephine Miner, age 93, of 20 Sterling City Road, Lyme, CT, died peacefully at home on September 11, 2008. She was the widow of Dr. Carlton H. Miner; the daughter of the late Alfred and Molly Eccles, and the sister of the late John and Stanley Eccles.Jo was a graduate of the Massachusetts General Hospital School of Nursing in Boston. Prior to her marriage, she served in the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps and worked at Massachusetts General and Stanford University Hospitals. She also volunteered as a nurse in… , Nielsen See: Parker, Celia M. Newman, Paul (Featured Guest Book) NOVACK, Anna A. Age 83, of Big Flats, NY, formerly of Shamokin, died Friday evening, September 26, 2008, at Arnot Ogden Hospital, Elmira, NY, January 1, 1925 in Library, PA, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Katherine (Soubik) Poliniak. Anna lived the early part of her life in Shamokin, and was a 1943 graduate of Shamokin High School. For the past fifty years she was a resident of Big Flats, NY. On December 16, 1944, at Camp Springs Army Base in Virginia, she married Theodore Novack, who survives.… O'Callaghan, Thomas Patrick "Tom" O'Callaghan, Thomas (Sabalis) Jamestown, RI: September 22, 2008. Thomas Patrick "Tom" O'Callaghan, 66, beloved husband of Allie Sabalis and son-in-law of the late Antanas and Vlada Sabalis of Rochester, died peacefully at home in Rhode Island after a brief illness. Tom is also survived by four children, two grandchildren, a brother and sister, and several nieces and nephews. Tom, who grew up in Newton MA, had an interesting, full life with careers in law, business and teaching. A funeral… OEFELEIN-PUGLIESE Gladys Jean Oefelein of Spring Hill, Fla., formerly of Great Kills on September 25, 2008. Beloved wife of Andrew "Sonny" Oefelein and the late William Pugliese. Loving mother of William Pugliese and JoAnn Cleaster. Step-mother of Andrew and Michael Oefelein, Ellen Voto, PattiAnne Oefelein, Mary Piccione and Susan Wisniewski. Dear sister of Arthur Olsen and Solveig Weaver. Adored grandmother of fourteen and two great-grandchildren. Funeral Service in the Casey McCallum-Rice South… Phyllis E. Slaght, 74, of 2 Linwood Ave., passed away Wednesday (Sept. 24, 2008) at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville. Born in Hornell, July 8, 1934, the daughter of John and Elizabeth Kaiser Nary, she had resided in Hornell all her life. She was a graduate of Hornell High School, Class of 1953, and had been employed at the former Westinghouse Plant in Bath, prior to becoming a cook at the Hornell Gardens where she was employed for 30 years. Phyllis was an avid New York Yankees fan and enjoyed bowling,… PACE The Officers and Members of the Watkins-Kellett American Legion Post will meet Sunday, September 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Colonial Funeral Home, 2819 Hylan Blvd to hold services for our departed member, Henry Pace. Joseph Cammarata, Commander are invited to Celia's Memorial Service, Saturday, October 4th, 10:30 AM in All Seasons Chapel of White Haven Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute to Young Life Ministries, PO Box 251, Webster, NY 14580, or Children Awaiting Parents, 595 Blossom Road, Suite 306, Rochester, 14610. To light a candle of remembrance, please go to: www.jenningsnultonmattlefh.com PARKINSON - Patricia 61, of Grand Island, died Thursday, September 25, 2008 under the care of Hospice, after a lengthy illness. Survivors include her sister, Jan Hulsizer (Richard) of Lewiston, and nephews, Michael (Michelle) Hulsizer of St. Louis and Steven Hulsizer of North Tonawanda, a great nephew, Dylan M. Hulsizer of St. Louis, and her aunt, Ruth Dillahunty of Blytheville, Arkansas. There is no prior visitation. There will be a memorial service Monday, September 29, at 11 AM in Riverside Presbyterian… Passariello, Marilyn L. (Ferrand) PASSARIELLO - Marilyn L. (nee Ferrand)Of West Falls, September 26, 2008, wife of Frank Passariello; mother of Lynn (James) Gough and the late Scott (Tammy) Passariello; sister of Janet (Ronald) Smith; also survived by four grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service at St. Pauls Lutheran Church, West Falls, Monday at 11 AM. No prior visitation. Memorials to Ten Lives Club, PO Box 253, North Boston, NY 14110. Arrangements by DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME,… and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, September 30th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place there on Wednesday, October 1st, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Sharon Lee Hairston officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Perry, Rosalind Marie (Carnival) PERRY - Rosalind Marie (nee Carnival)September 4, 2008; Age 86, born May 9, 1922 in Buffalo; wife of the late Douglas Perry; daughter of the late Daniel and Rosalind Carnival; mother of Beverly (Victor) Remick of Dalton, NY, and Bradley Perry of Chamberlain, ME, step-mother of Julia and Joan; sister of Carol Sheehan of Hamburg; grandmother of three, great-grandmother of four; also survived by several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, October 13, 2008 at 10 AM at St. Peter… Pizzale, Nicholas A. Los Alamitos, CA: Entered into rest September 21, 2008, at age 55, after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Nick was surrounded by loving family and friends. Nick is predeceased by his father, Joseph, and is survived by his mother, Rose, sisters, Joanne (Jack) Rosati, Annette (Rick) Callari of CA, aunt Clementine Powers, aunts and uncles Grace (David) Brennan, Jerry (Helen) Pizzale, Yolanda (Anthony) Piccolo, Nick (Barbara) Del Mese of CA, Joseph Del Mese of CA, many cousins,… Pocock Jr., Thomas William "Bill" Pocock, Thomas William, Jr. "Bill" Rochester/Palm Coast, FL: 85, died, Monday, Sept. 1, 2008, in FL. at a hospice home following a short illness. Predeceased in 2007 by his wife of 58 years, Carol Sheldon Pocock. Survived by sister, Helen P. McKenzie, Pavilion, NY; sisters-in-law, Frances (Jerry) Ives and Linda Sheldon of Rochester; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Bill was a veteran of WWII and retired from Monroe Tree Surgeons. Those wishing may send memorials in Bill's name to Stuart F.… Price-DePuysselier, Karen Gale Karen Gale Price-DePuysselier of Endwell Funeral and Interment Services for Karen Gale Price-DePuysselier will be held Sunday at 4:00 p.m. from the Coleman and Daniels Funeral Home, Inc., 300 East Main St., Endicott. The Rev. John Lucas, Pastor of the Tracy Creek Memorial Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Vestal Hills Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday from 3 p.m. until service time at 4:00. ., Richard C. Beebe, 65, of Henkle Hollow Rd., passed away Wednesday (Sept. 24, 2008) at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville. Richard’s funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the St. George-Stanton Funeral Home, 109 W. Naples St., Wayland. RANNI - Michael J. Mickey Of Buffalo, entered into rest September 26, 2008, beloved son of the late Albert and Blanch (nee Nellany) Ranni; devoted brother of Barbara (late Alan) Weisman, Paul Ranni and the late Albert Ranni, Jr., Esq.; cherished cousin of Grace Nelson, John Ranne, Terri Ranne and Joanna Mead; dearest brother-in-law of Kathy Ranne; survived by relatives and many friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd, near Lake Ave, on Monday… received by the family on Monday 5?8 PM at the Brunner Funeral Home (692-3841), 156 Robinson St., North Tonawanda, where services will be held on Tuesday morning at 10:30. Private entombment will be held at Ascension Chapel Mausoleum, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The family asks that memorials be made to Erie County Hospice.Directions, on-line register book and obituary can be found at www.brunnerfuneralhome.com REISS - Janice E. (nee Peters)September 24, 2008, beloved mother of David, Kathy (Michael) Lesser, Diane (Rich) Sidoli; grandmother of Angela, Joseph, Maria, R.C. and Amelia; sister of David Peters; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 7-9 at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., where services will be held on Tuesday at 11 AM. Online registery at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com, will be present at the HARRY A. WEDEKINDT FUNERAL HOME, 280 Grover Cleveland Hwy. at N. Bailey, Amherst, Tuesday 2-5 PM. A Funeral Service will be held at Elmlawn Cemetery Sunrise Mausoleum, 3939 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, Wednesday at 10:00 AM. Friends invited., Rose, Patricia A. (Napier Roy) Rose, Patricia A. (Napier Roy) Rochester: September 26, 2008. Predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Ella Napier and Joseph and Phyllis McNulty; brother, Joseph "Jay" Napier. Survived by her sons, Robert J. Roy and Timothy A. (Lorraine) Roy; daughter, Tracey J. (George) Roberts; grandchildren, Molly, Kathryn, Mary, Daniel, Chloe and Olivia; ex-husband, Philip E. (Mary Agnes) Roy; special nephew, Jay "Scott" Napier; many dear relatives and friends. Patricia was a Charlotte High graduate… RoseMarie Friedl of Whitesville, formerly of Fillmore, went to go live with our Lord on Sunday (Sept. 21, 2008). She was predeceased by Robert, her cherished husband and partner for 50 years; a son, Timothy D. Friedl; and a dear friend, Raymond Fry. She is survived by many who loved her, Robert (Lisa) Friedl, Thomas (Dawn) Friedl, Nancy (Wayne) Rowland, Bernadette (Danny) Waters, Annmarie (John) Wise, Mary (Everett) Rose, Michael Friedl and a daughter-in-law, Susan Friedl; 25 grandchildren; 11… for Mary Rozek will be held Monday, 9:30 a.m. from the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc., 1905 Watson Blvd., Endicott, and at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, where a Funeral Mass will be offered. Burial will be in Riverhurst Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. St. Joseph's Altar Rosary Society will meet at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, at the funeral home. Czechoslovak Moravian Club will meet Sunday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers,… Mr. Rudolph C. D’Amico, 90, a longtime resident of Utica and Corning, NY, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at The Jewish Home of Central NY in Syracuse. Rudolph was born in Cupoli, Italy, September 10, 1918, a son of the late Silvio and Gilda Emma (Antenucci) D’Amico. The family came to this country when he was a child. He was educated in local schools. During WWII, Rudy served in the US Army attaining the rank of Captain. Following the war, he served in the US Air Force Reserves for over… Rudolph J. Cvitan, 81, of East Falmouth, Mass., and formally of Little Falls, lost his battle with cancer on August 1, 2008. He was a graduate of St. Mary’s Academy, R.T.I. and attended Syracuse University. Rudy and his late wife, Betty Jane DeVere, owned the Grafton Inn in East Falmouth and he had his own R.J.C. Associates business, being a representative for computers and electronics. He leaves a son, two daughters, seven grandchildren and his sister, Millie Lewis of Little Falls. Geraldine Ann Ryan of Binghamton Geraldine Ann Ryan went to be with her heavenly Father on September 21, 2008. She had been living at Ideal Senior Living Center in Endicott, N.Y. for the past 5 months. During the remainder of her 74 years she resided at 40 Cypress St., Binghamton, N.Y. Geraldine was predeceased by her parents, Patrick J. Ryan and Esther K. Ryan; and a sister, Kathleen Ryan. Her sisters, Mary Ryan, residing in Endicott, N.Y., and Patricia McFail and brother-in-law, Charles McFail, Arlington,… Santovito, Joseph Rochester: Saturday, September 27, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Ann (Accorso) Santovito; daughter, Joanne (Peter) Gregoire; son, Ronald (Annie) Santovito; grandchildren, Lisa Reynolds, Christine Cagnina and Valerie Riggs; 7 great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. His family will receive friends MONDAY 5-8 PM at the funeral home. On TUESDAY, please join his family at St. Cecilia Church (2732 Culver Rd., Irondequoit) for his Funeral Mass at 12 Noon. Interment, Holy… Sapor, Jacqueline (Covey) "Jackie" Rochester: Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at age 73. Predeceased by her husband, Peter Sapor Sr. and sister, Janice Brabant. She is survived by her son, Peter (Trish) Sapor Jr.; daughters, Katherine (Jim) Porter of Washington State and Mariana Sapor; grandchildren, Katie, Natalie, Nicholas, Ian, Andrew, Zachary, Jessica, Sabrina and Danielle "#9"; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sonia and Walt Kordon; nephews, Mark and Michael Kordon. Jackie was a… SCHAUGER - Doris L. 86, September 17, 2008 of Buffalo. Wife of the late John Schauger; mother of Michael Schauger of Biloxi, MS, Thomas Schauger of Ocean Springs, MS, Susan Strzalkowski of Blue Springs, MO, Karen Schauger of Williamsville, NY; also survived by five grand, six great-grand and one great-great-grandchild. Entombment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials to United Cerebral Palsy., SCHAUGER - Karen Age 50, September 26, 2008. Preceded in death by her parents, John S. and Doris L. Schauger; sister of Michael Schauger, Thomas Schauger and Susan Strzalkowski. Entombment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials to United Cerebral Palsy., , Sculley See: Van Opdorp, Mary Jane Wednesday 9:30 AM and gather at St. Katharine Drexel Community Parish, 135 North Ogden St., for Nicks Funeral Mass. No prior visitation. Arrangements by the BURY FUNERAL HOME, Andrew A. Vitello, Director, 875-2261., hours are Monday, September 29, from 7 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday, September 30, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc., 130 Highland Ave., Middletown, NY. A Funeral Service of Remembrance will be celebrated Tuesday, September30, at 11 a.m. following visitation at the funeral home. Fr. John Warfel will officiate. Internment will follow at Wallkill Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc.; www.applebee-mcphillips.com or 845-343-6309. will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 30, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Funeral Service will be held at 12 noon on Wednesday, October 1, in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor. In lieu of flowers, donations in Hilde's memory may be made to the Kaplan Family Hospice Residence, 1 Sunrise Dr., Newburgh, NY 12550. To send condolences or for directions to the funeral home, please visit BrooksFH.com or call 845-561-8300. SHERMAN, Doris (Roosa) Age 75, formerly of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, September 25, 2008, in Davenport, FL. Doris was the wife of the late Erwin Sherman. Friends may call on Tuesday, September 30, 2008, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro, PA. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home, with Pastor Dennis Crumb officiating. Shively, Howard L. Rochester: Sept. 25, 2008. Predeceased by his parents Harry &Thelma Shively. He is survived by his wife, Patricia; son, Edward (Carolyn); daughters, Nancy Shively O.S.C. of SC, Karen Dewind of TN, Sr. Elizabeth Therese Shively O.C.D., of CA, Nora Shively of NC, &Peggy (Stephen) Culkin of NC; brother, Paul (Clara) Shively of FL; 6 grandchildren, Meg (Paul) McClung, Katherine (Jorge) Gomez, Edward Shively, Nicole Shively, Thomas Culkin, &Margaret Culkin; 7 great-grandchildren,… Ronald W. (Shoe) Shoemaker of Chenango Bridge Ronald W. (Shoe) Shoemaker, 72, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 25, 2008, at Wilson Memorial Hospital. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Mildred Shoemaker. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Donna (VanMarter) Shoemaker, Chenango Bridge; son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Jennifer Shoemaker, Bloomingdale, N.J. and daughter, Denise Shoemaker, Spring Hill, Florida; three grandchildren, Marisa Ann McCants, Spring Hill, Florida,… will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 30, at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, October 1, at Our Lady of the Lake Chapel, Newburgh. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor. In lieu of flowers, donations in Victoria's memory may be made to St. Patrick's Church Soup Kitchen, 55 Grand St., Newburgh, NY 12550, or Tucker Center, c/o Orange Regional Medical Center, 60 Prospect Ave., Middletown, NY… for Donald R. Smith will be held on Monday, September 29, 2008, at 2 p.m. from the Nichols Funeral Home, 7323 119th Street, Whitney Point, New York, with Reverend Steven Mauser officiating. Burial will be in Upper Lisle Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Nichols Funeral Home on Monday, September 29, 2008, from 12 Noon until service time at 2 p.m. Smith, Margaret L. (Ingersoll) SMITH - Margaret L. (nee Ingersoll)Of Lackawanna, entered into rest September 26, 2008, beloved wife of the late Joseph Smith; loving mother of Robert (Diane) Filighera, David (Deborah) Filighera and Susan (Russell) Lawson; cherished grandmother of 12 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; daughter of the late Harold and Mary Alice (nee Kenny) Ingersoll; dear sister of Dorothy (late Richard) Walters, Donald (Marcia) Ingersoll and the late Elsie (late Doug) Leroy; dearest friend of the late Kenneth… Spinelli, Michael P. Rochester: Passed away September 25, 2008, at age 91. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Lois (Shay); brother-in-law, Lloyd Shay; many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service in Michael's memory will be announced at a later date. Interment, private. Contributions may be made to the Visiting Nurse Service, 2180 Empire Blvd., Webster, 14580. Ref. New Comer Funeral Home. Formerly of New Windsor, NY Betty Utley St. John, a writer, artist, and designer for over fifty years, died Friday, September 19, 2008, in Silver Spring, MD. She was 88. Betty grew up in New Windsor where she graduated from Mt. St. Mary's Academy. She attended Skidmore College, then moved to Forest Hills, NY, where she was married in April 1942. She wrote a book, "Excess Baggage, Adventures of an Army Wife", that was published by Hastings House in 1943. She illustrated a second book for… Steinorth, Alfred H. Fairport: September 24, 2008, at 91 wonderful years! Survived by his daughter, Patricia (Daniel) Schum, Spencerport, grandson, Brett J. Eisenmann, Spencerport; brother, Harry G. (Shirley) Steinorth Jr., Fairport; and several nieces and nephews. Al was a retired Navy Pilot and a member of the Geriatric Navy Pilots Association. After retiring from the Naval Reserves, he continued flying. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a past member of the Damascus Temple's Horse Patrol. His love of… may call on Monday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon at the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, LaSalle Park Chapel, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (297-9007), where a funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon, with Rev. Dr. William Nelson-Loefke officiating. Interment in Riverdale Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to the Special Olympics, Attn: Web Gifts, 1133 19th Street NW, 12th floor, Washington, DC 20036. Please visit www.ottoredanz.com and… will be present on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (corner of Parker Blvd.) where services will be held on Tuesday at 11:15 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial from St. Rose of Lima Church at 12:00 PM., Szafran, Eleanor L. (Zborowski) will be present on Monday from 4-8 PM at (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5200 Sheridan Dr. (corner Hopkins Rd), where funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 9:15 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated from Sacred Heart Church, Bowmansville at 10 AM. Entombment in St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Women and Childrens Hospital of Buffalo. Online register book at www.Amigone.com, may call Sunday from 7 to 9 PM at the Bates, Wallace and Heath Funeral Home, 38 State St., Middleport, where funeral services will be held Monday at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. Lowell Gypson III officiating. Burial will be in Hartland Central Cemetery. Memorials to the Niagara County SPCA would be appreciated by the Takacs? family. Visit www.bateswallace.com to sign guest register. TROIDL - Joan (nee Kilburn)September 27, 2008, of North Collins, NY, beloved wife of Joseph A. Troidl; loving mother of Sheila (Robert)McDonough, Sharon (Bob) Parke and Joseph J. Troidl and the late Deborah A. and John J. Troidl; grandmother of Katherine, Allison, Daniel and Thomas; sister of Lowell Bub Kilburn. Friends may call Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the WENTLAND FUNERAL HOME, 10634 Main St., (Rte 62), North Collins, NY, where funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 9:30, followed by a 10… Trotto, Christopher D. Esq. Pittsford: September 24, 2008. Predeceased by his father, Louis Trotto. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kathy; sons, Jonathan and David; mother, Juliette Trotto; brother, Louis (Roseann) Trotto; mother and father-in-law, John and Rose Polizzi; aunts, uncles, cousins, dear friends and colleagues. Calling hours, Sunday, 1-5 at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, Egypt location, 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Road, Fairport. Funeral Mass, Monday 11 AM at St. Catherine's Church,… TYRRELL, May H. (Toots) - 14 years. Mom, The book of life is not long enough. Until we meet again, LOVE, PEG, SUE AND FAMILY, will be held at the convenience of the family. The family will receive friends Monday, September 29, 2008, from 5-7 p.m. at the Wm. R. Chase &Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St., Port Dickinson, N.Y. Those wishing kindly consider memorial contributions to the Chenango Bridge Fire Co., PO Box 12, Chenango Bridge, N.Y. 13745, or the Chenango Bridge United Methodist Church, PO Box 501, Chenango Bridge, N.Y. 13745. HYDE PARK - Ronald C. "Pete" Harris Sr., 81, a lifetime resident of Hyde Park, died Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008 at home. Mr. Harris served in the United States Navy during World War II and received the American Theater Medal and the Victory Medal. He was a member of the American Legion Post 429 in Rhinebeck. Mr. Harris was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting, gardening and cooking. He was a fan of College Football and the New York Mets. Born Aug. 27, 1927 in Poughkeepsie, he was the son of… Virginia L. Hilyard, 68, of 33 Stephens St., passed away Sunday (Sept. 21, 2008) unexpectedly at St. James Mercy Hospital in Hornell. Born in Hornell, Feb. 9, 1940, the daughter of John Clarence and Eloise Denhoff Stephens, she had resided in Canisteo nearly all her life. She was a graduate of Canisteo Central School, Class of 1957, and had been employed at the former Westinghouse Plant in Bath and the former Royce Shop in Hornell. She was predeceased by her father in 1964, her mother and her brother… Van Opdorp R.N., Mary Jane (Sculley) and family may call on Wed. Oct. 1 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the McGuigan Funeral Home. A Mass will be held on Thursday, Oct. 2 at 1:00 P.M. at St. Stephen's Roman Catholic Church. A memorial reception will be held immediately following at the Pier House Restaurant in the Ramada. An interment ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery alongside her husband is scheduled for Mon., Oct. 6 at 9:00 A.M. VENEZIANO - Maria (nee Cappello)September 27, 2008, wife of Francesco Veneziano; mother of Vincenzo (Phyllis), Alfio (Agnes), Salvatore (Kim) Veneziano; grandmother of Christina (Patrick) Dadey, Frank (Megan) Veneziano, Kimberly (Cory) Pulliam, Angela (Jeroen) Boersma, Jason, Maria (Michael Kopsa) Veneziano; daughter of the late Alfio and Ciccia Cappello; sister of Sara (late Concetto) Giaccotto, Anthony (Maria), Josephine, John (Connie) Cappello. Family present to receive friends Monday from 4-8 PM at the… Vincent B. Forrest Jr., 72, of Lake Placid, passed away Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008., He was born Oct. 30, 1935, the son of Marion Griffin Forrest and Vincent B. Forrest Sr. Vroman, Mildred A. (Gantert) Rochester: Thursday, September 25, 2008. Predeceased by her husband, Edward. She is survived by her children, Edward Jr., Diane Gauger and Judy (Robert) Reed; 8 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Albert (Mary) Gantert; sisters, Rita Taggart, Sr. Ann Xavier, SSJ (Marie) and Ann (William) Bekebrede; many nieces and nephews. On MONDAY, please join her family at St. Anns' Home Chapel (1500 Portland Avenue, Irondequoit) for her Memorial Mass at 10 AM. Private… Wachs, Nancy M. Rochester: September 20, 2008. GROUNDBREAKING GREEN ARCHITECT, HUMANITARIAN, BELOVED MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER DIES AT 76. Ms. Wachs, a lifelong humanitarian, was an inspiration to all who knew her. She was a strong advocate for the arts, education, women's rights, hospice and helping those in need. Ms. Wachs was utilizing green architecture practices in the 1950s long before it became popular. She inspired her children with a strong sense of social justice, environmentalism, and a love of… are welcome to call at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501 Pittsford-Palmyra Road, Fairport (Egypt location) Tuesday, 4-7. Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, 11 AM at the First Congregational UCC, 26 E. Church St., Fairport. Interment, Oakwood Cemetery. are invited to attend Memorial Services Saturday October 11, 2008, 2 PM at Reed Corners Federated Church, 4030 Route 247, Canandaigua. Memorial contributions may be made to Seven Lakes Girl Scout Council, Route 318 Phelps, NY 14552 or Ontario-Yates Hospice - Finger Lakes Visiting Nurse Service, 756 Pre-Emption Rd. Geneva, NY 14456. Arrangements, Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Honeoye. To send condolences or further information please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com WALKER - James September 21, 2008. Of Hamburg, NY formerly of Massapequa. WW II veteran. Beloved husband of Phyllis and the late Jean; devoted father of five; step father of six; loving grandfather of eight and cherished great-grandfather of seven. Services were held in Long Island with interment at Pinelawn Cemetry., Mrs. Waltie (Pytko) Fortuna, 89, a lifelong Little Falls resident, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, peacefully in Van Allen Nursing Home, Little Falls. She was born on July 3, 1919, in Little Falls, daughter of the late Adam and Maria (Majko) Pytko, and was educated in Poland (Europe) schools. On November 13, 1943, she was united in marriage with Ellush W. Fortuna in Holy Spirit Polish National Catholic Church, Little Falls. Mr. Fortuna passed away in 2001. Waltie was last employed with the… may call Monday, 7-9 PM at Hall Funeral Home , 712 W. Main St. are invited to call TUES. 6 -7:30 PM at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc. , 735 East Ave., Hilton where a Service will be held at 7:30 after calling. Private Interment, Parma Union Cemetery. Those wishing may contribute to St. John's Home, 150 Highland Ave., 14620 in Jay's memory. In Loving Memory Of WATLOCK, Helen K. 89 years, formerly of 364 West Second St., and more recently she had resided at the Rustic Dreams Private Care Home, died Friday, September 26, 2008, at Corning Hospital with her family at her side. She was born October 26, 1918 in Corning, NY the daughter of the late John and Suzanne Banik Kozey. A lifetime resident of Corning, receiving her education in Corning and also later in life her real-estate license. Helen and George Watlock, Jr. were married June 7, 1941 in… WEBER - Hildegarde R. Dottie September 25, 2008, dear daughter of the late Albert and Blondina Weber; beloved of late Arnold J. Arnie Metzger. Family present at the BARRON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3025 William St. near Union Rd., Cheektowaga, Monday 4-6 PM. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Lawrence Church, 1520 East Delavan Ave., Tuesday at 10 AM. Assemble at church. Hildegarde was a Most Holy Redeemer Church bingo worker and retiree of Niagara Mohawk., Wegrzynowski, Lucy S. (Olczak) WEGRZYNOWSKI - Lucy S. (nee Olczak) September 25, 2008 in Irving, NY, formerly of Buffalo, NY. Beloved wife of the late Chester F. Chip Wegrzynowski; dear mother of James (Shirley) and Donald (Elise) Wegrzynowski and the late Cynthia (late Thomas) Hillburger; also survived by three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; predeceased by brothers and sisters; survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, September 30 at 9:30 AM in… Ulster Heights, NY Beatrice L. Wells of Ulster Heights, NY, a lifelong resident and former radio technician for Channel Masters in Ellenville, died September 27, 2008 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was 95. The daughter of John and Celia Bennett Moshier, she was born July 25, 1913 in Ulster Heights, NY. She was the widow of Harold F. Wells, who died January 29, 1982. Beatrice was a member of the Ulster Heights United Methodist Church since May 29, 1941; a member of the United Methodist… James B. White of Norwich James B. White, 60, of Norwich, died on Thursday, September 25, 2008. He was predeceased by his son, Dian; father, Bruce Sr.; brother, Richard; and sister, Sandra. He is survived by his wife, Doreen; two sons, August E. White and Daniel D. White; one granddaughter, Jada White; his mother, Rose White, Mt. Upton; one sister, Debra M. Peperata; three brothers, Michael, Bill (Georgie), Bruce (Anita) White; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be held at the convenience of… Grady W. Whittenburg Newark Valley Grady Whittenburg, 70, passed away peacefully, Friday, Sept. 26, 2008. Grady's loving wife of 45 years, Gin, was at his side, as she has always been, especially these past four years during Grady's illness. Grady was born on Jan 10, 1938 in Crossville, TN a son of the late Curtis and Sallie (Beatty) Whittenburg. He is survived by his wife, Virginia (Bouton) Whittenburg and his son and daughter-in-law, Grady Jr. and Vonnie Whittenburg. Also surviving are his… and friends., will be held on Tuesday, September 30, from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, 76 First St., Newburgh, NY. Services will begin at noon with the Rev. Harry Brown Jr. officiating. Cremation will be at the convenience of the family. Rhodes Funeral Homes, 259 Walsh Ave., New Windsor, NY is entrusted to arrangements. Please visit www.rhodesfuneralhomes.com or call 845-569-1233. will be present at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, Sanborn, NY, from 7-9 PM Monday and 2-4 &7-9 PM Tuesday, where funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10:00 AM. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register., WOLFE - Walter L. Of Corfu, NY, September 26, 2008, dear father of Constance (Paul Jr.) Trowbridge, Renee Kellogg and the late Marc and Sharon Wolfe; also survived by seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brother of Daniel (Rose), Phyllis Carney and Robert Wolfe. No prior visitation. Services at a later date. Arrangements by the CHARLES MEYER FUNERAL HOME, INC. Online register meyerfuneralhome.com, Geraldine Woodsinger of Binghamton Geraldine Woodsinger, 82, died Friday, September 26, 2008, at Wilson Memorial Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband, Peter Woodsinger, Jr. She is survived by four sons and three daughters-in-law, Dennis and Sharon Woodsinger, Latham, N.Y., Kevin and Maud Woodsinger, Huntsville, Ala., Keith and Debbbie Woodsinger, Endwell, Brian Woodsinger, Binghamton; a very special sister and best friend, Ruth Gunther, Binghamton, who was always at her side. She is also survived by… are invited to call Saturday, October 4th, 7-9 PM at the Alhart Funeral Home, 3068 W. Main St., Caledonia. Private Interment St. Columba Cemetery, Caledonia. are invited to attend a Memorial Service at 7 PM on Thursday, October 2, at Asbury First United Methodist Church, 1040 East Ave. Private interment in Maryland. For those wishing, please consider honoring Catherine with a donation to the Visiting Nurse Foundation (2180 Empire Blvd., Webster, NY 14580), or Benincasa Hospice (3880 Rush Mendon Rd., Mendon, NY 14506). Online Condolences welcomed at: www.CrawfordFuneralHome.com Young, Frederick A., Jr. Pittsford: September 24, 2008. Age 91. Predeceased by wife of 63 years, Lois; parents, Frederick A. Sr. and Martha; and 2 nephews. Survived by sons, Steven (Susan) of Minneapolis, MN, Terry of Pittsford; granddaughter, Shannon of Minneapolis; brother, Robert (Donna) of Waterford, MI; and 3 nephews. A self-taught, self-made, hard working man, Dad will be remembered for his loving devotion to his wife and to his family. Private service and interment at the convenience of the family.… |
Sunday, September 28, 2008
New York Obituaries 09/28/08
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