Thursday, October 9, 2008

New York Obituaries 10/09/08

  • Abramski, Catherine

    • Ada M. Montoni

      Ada M. Montoni, 84, a life-long St. Johnsville, N.Y., resident entered into eternal rest peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at St. Johnsville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center with the support of loved ones by her side. She was born June 10, 1924, the daughter of the late Antonio and Julia (Monteggiorgio) Palombo. On June 18, 1944, she joined in marriage with Nello P. Montoni, also of St. Johnsville. She was last employed as personal assistant to Mrs. Fowler. Ada was an excellent seamstress and homemaker…

      • Adams, Sophie R. "Penny"

        May 23, 1920 - October 7, 2008 Formerly of Toms River, NJ Sophie R. Adams "Penny", a legal secretary for Walsh, Sciuto & Dimin, Esq. in Hackensack, NJ, and a former resident of Toms River, NJ, died Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at the ORMC, Arden Hill Campus in Goshen. She was 88. The daughter of the late Joseph Santomauro and Catherine Laurelli Santomauro, she was born May 23, 1920 in Jersey City, NJ. She was the widow of Charles G. Adams. She was also a volunteer at the Deborah Hospital in Toms…

        • Aluise, Edna A.

          Newburgh, NY Edna A. Aluise, died Sunday, October 5, 2008, after a short illness. She was 81 years old. Born January 7, 1927 in Newburgh, NY, where she grew up and lived all of her life. She graduated from Newburgh Free Academy in 1945. A pious and gentle soul, she was the administrator for Sacred Heart Church for 43 years, and will long be remembered by many parishioners for her role in supporting the church that she loved so dearly. Surviving are her brother, Ralph A. Aluise of Kensington, MD, and many…

          • Andrews, John A.

            and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY on Thursday, October 9, 2008, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services honoring his life will follow the visitation at 7:00 p.m. The Reverend Gary Mammorello will celebrate John's services. Interment will take place privately at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn Cemetery. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for the family in obituaries at www.olthof.com Thank You The family of John A.…

            • Atwell, Donald H.

              DONALD H. ATWELL, 79, of Main Street, Westport, died Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, at the Elizabethtown Community Hospital., He was born in Moriah, March 15, 1929, the son of Ralph and Grace (Stevenson) Atwell., A graveside service will be held Saturday, Oct. 11, at 11 a.m. at the Black River Cemetery in Westport. Full military honors will follow., Arrangements are in the care of the Hamilton Funeral Home, 32 Champlain Ave., Westport. To light an online candle and offer condolences please visit…

              • BEULAH M. MIDDLETON

                Beulah M. Middleton, 84, passed away peacefully Monday (Oct. 6, 2008) at the Charles Cole Memorial Hospital in Coudersport, Pa., after a long illness. Beulah was born on Nov. 20, 1923 in Atlanta, a daughter of Glennes and Clara (Pickering) Hayes. She is predeceased by her husbands, Ray Field and Ted Middleton; a daughter, Judy Davis; and a sister, Glenna Hayes. She is survived by her grandchildren, Kirk (Jill) Davis of Goveneur, Diane Dunning (Mark) of Perkinsville, Tina (Don) Stoddard of Cohocton, and Jeri…

                • Baleno, Claire C.

                  Baleno, Claire C. Caledonia: Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Friend. Died on October 7, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Joseph; daughters, Mary (Jody) Pitt, Kathryn (Mike) Stewart, Debra (Matthew) Peasley; son, Eugene (Michele Mitchell) Rosenzweig; grandchildren, Justin, Jeremy, Alicia, Christopher, Anthony, Jessica, Michael, Melissa, Joseph III, Christopher, Angela; brother, David Judd and sister, Margaret Donovan. Service and Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. Arr. Alhart Funeral…

                  • Bandemer, Herbert L.

                    Bandemer, DVM, Herbert L. "Dr. B" Canandaigua/Victor: Herbert L. Bandemer passed into the loving arms of the Lord on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, at age 83. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Dorothy Helmer Bandemer; children, Lin (Debra) Bandemer, Ruth (Paul) Bowman, Jean Bandemer Rioch; grandchildren, Ryan, Eric, Emily and Brent Bandemer, Matt and Steven Bowman, Adam and Chip Rioch; sister, Helen Hall and many loving family members and friends. He was a decorated WWII veteran and the…

                    • Barnes, John

                      JOHN BARNES, 76, of Tonawanda, N.Y., died Oct. 6, 2008, in Kenmore, N.Y., at the McAuley residence., He was born April 26, 1932, in Hogansburg, N.Y., the son of Peter and Grace (Beaubien) Barnes., hours will be Thursday, Oct. 9, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Chateaugay Funeral Home. The funeral Mass will be Friday, Oct. 10, at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Chateaugay, N.Y., with the Rev. Francis Coryer officiating. Burial will follow at St. Patrick's Cemetery, Chateaugay.

                      • Barth, Joan M. (Drajem)

                        BARTH - Joan M. (Drajem)October 8, 2008 in Grand Island, NY, formerly of Cheektowaga. Beloved wife of the late Henry P. Barth; dearest mother of Christine (Gary) Szczepankiewicz; dear grandmother of Bruce (Julie) Szczepankiewicz, Kristi (Douglas) Sosnowski, Kerri (Henry) Nowak, Peter (Norma), Steven (Ainslie), and Kayli Szczepankiewicz; also survived by 19 great-grandchildren; dear sister of Adele Drajem and the late Victor, Blanche and Mary Ann; also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and…

                        • Bartle, Leon G.

                          Bartle, Leon G. Webster: Tues., Oct. 7, 2008, age 81. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 48 years, Elizabeth Dows Bartle; father, George M. Bartle; mother, Rose C. Streb Bartle. Mr. Bartle is survived by his three sons; Kenneth A. Bartle, James P. Bartle, wife, Ann and Matthew W. Bartle, wife Susan; former daughter- in-law, Ellen Bartle; three grand-daughters, Jessica Evershed, husband Michael, Rebecca Bartle and Kelly Bartle; nephews, cousins and many dear friends. Mr. Bartle was a graduate of Aquinas…

                          • Beardsley, Beverly Jane Henderson

                            are private. An inurnment will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery. An online guest book is available at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com. Memorials may be made to Burke United Methodist Church, 6200 Burke Centre Parkway, Burke, Va. 22015; or Capital Hospice, 6565 Arlington Blvd., Ste 500 Falls Church, Va. 22042. Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

                            • Bellows, William E.

                              may call Thursday 5-8 at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Road (between English & Latta). Trisagion Service, 7 PM Thursday at the funeral home. Funeral Service, 10:00 AM Friday at Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, 962 East Ave. Interment, private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation or charity of your choice. www.farrellryanfuneralhomes.com

                              • Bencic, Irene

                                Irene Bencic, 84, of Akron, NY, entered into rest October 7, 2008 in the Millard Fillmore Gates Hospital in Buffalo, following a lengthy illness. Born November 9, 1923 in Homercity, PA, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Cybak) Romanik. After graduating high school, she went on to become a homemaker, raising five children. Mrs. Bencic was a member of the Pembroke Community Church and was also a member of the Akron-Newstead Quilting Club. Also a former member of the Grove Street Christian…

                                • Bender, Dorothy Jeanette (DiCupua)

                                  BENDER - Dorothy Jeanette (nee DiCupua)October 6, 2008; beloved wife of the late Alfred Robert Bender; dear mother of Alan, Michael, Gary (Karen), Kathy (William) Busch and the late Terry Bender; loving grandmother of Terry, Brandon, Kimberly, Caitlin, Jillian &Bryce; great-grandmother of many great-grandchildren; sister of the late Paul DiCupua, Robert (Gloria) DiCupua, Caroline (late Lawrence) Stevens, Zonia (late Thomas) Newton &Dana (Molly) DiCupua. Friends may call Thursday fom 3-7 PM at the…

                                  • Berch, Charlotte Post

                                    • Berliner, Bertha

                                      BERLINER - Bertha A. (Hagedorn) Age 85, September 10, 2008 in Ocala, FL; wife of the late William M. Berliner, Ph.D.; survived by one sister, Elizabeth Frodsham, of Ocala, FL, and several nieces and nephews and their families.A Burial Service will take place at 2 PM, Saturday, October 11, at the Church of the Holy Communion, 5381 Old Lake Shore Rd., Lake View. Interment following at Evergreen Cemetery, Eden.,

                                      • Billoni, Josephine M.

                                        BILLONI, Josephine M. - Five years ago today, the Lord called our mom from her sleep. She was an angel on earth and we miss her deeply.Love,HER FAMILY,

                                        • Bishop, Alfred F.

                                          are invited to call Thurs. 2-4, 7-9 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave., Hilton. Funeral Mass Fri. at 10 A.M. at St. Leo Church, Hilton. Interment Parma Union Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Those wishing may contribute to St. Leo's Building Fund in Al's memory.

                                          • Blanche Brys

                                            Mrs. Blanche Brys, 92, a former resident of 45 Dolge Ave., Dolgeville, and who has been residing with her son at 1229 Route 29A, Salisbury Center, died Monday October 6, 2008, at his residence. She was born in Brooklyn on August 2, 1916, the daughter of Joseph and Anna (Tencza) Tyburczy. Her marriage to Stanley Brys took place on January 24, 1937, in Brooklyn. Mr. Brys predeceased her on March 8, 1986. The couple operated a farm from 1947 until they moved to the village of Dolgeville in 1967. Mrs. Brys was…

                                            • Bodekor, Wilbert J.

                                              will be present on Friday from 3:00-8:00 PM at (Tonawanda Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2600 Sheridan Dr. (corner of Parker Blvd.), where funeral services will be held on Saturday at 8:15 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated from St. Amelia Church at 9:00 AM. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice-Buffalo, Inc. Online register book at www.AMIGONE.com,

                                              • Bogner, Margaret (Pfohl)

                                                BOGNER - Margaret M. (nee Pfohl)Of Hamburg, October 3, 2008. Wife of the late George H. Bogner; mother of George R., Michele (Ed) Sojda and Mark (Beverly) Bogner; also survived by four grandchildren. Friends are invited to attend A Mass of Christian Burial at SS Peter &Paul Church, Friday at10 AM. Visitation at the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 21 Pierce Ave., Hamburg, Thursday7-9PM only. Flowers gratefully declined.,

                                                • Bohlayer, Florence (Loomis)

                                                  and friends are invited to call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, October 10, 2008, at the Gerald W. Vickery, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., 110 West Main Street, Troy, PA or from 1 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2008, at the First Baptist Church of Troy, 162 Canton Street, Troy. Immediately following at 2 p.m., a memorial service celebrating Florence's life will be held at the church with Rev. Garry Zuber, her beloved Pastor, officiating. Interment will be at Glenwood Cemetery at the convenience of the family.…

                                                  • Boston Sr., Damon M. Thomas

                                                    Damon M. Thomas Boston, Sr., 41, of Niagara Falls, died October 6, 2008 in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Born December 19, 1966 in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of Juliette Thomas of Niagara Falls and the late Fred Lewis Boston, Jr.Damon was a member of Bethlehem Revival Temple and was very active in the music ministry in his earlier years. He was a former youth choir member and sang with the Junior Songs of Joy. He was an organizer and the inspiration for many youth singers and choirs including…

                                                    • Brachmann, Henry Albert

                                                      BRACHMANN - Henry Albert Of Amherst, October 6, 2008; Age 81; beloved husband for 56 years of Bertha Betty Steck Brachmann; dearest father of Mary Ann (late Daryl) Jones, Donna Brachmann, Laura (Kasper), Janet (Richard) Smith; grandfather of Justin, Jillian Jones, Nicole and Jonathatn Kasper; brother of Doris (late Douglas) Janes; also survived by many nieces &nephews. Friends may call at the D. LAWRENCE GINNANE FUNERAL HOME, 3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, Wednesday 7-9, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. All are…

                                                      • Brauen, June K.

                                                        June K. Brauen, 70, of Medina, NY, entered into rest October 7, 2008, peacefully at her son’s residence in Middleport, following a brief illness. Born June 15, 1938 in Pembroke, NY, she was the daughter of the late Maxwell and Edith (Crawford) Quackenbush. Mrs. Brauen was a graduate of Medina High School and went on to attend college in Houston, TX. After that, she went on to work for Harrison Radiator in Lockport on the assembly line for 33 years. June was a lifelong member of the Trinity Lutheran Church…

                                                        • Brooks, Catrell Larmark

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                                                          • Brown Jr., Ezra

                                                            will be Friday, October 10 from 9-11 a.m. at the New Hope Baptist Church, 20 Mill St., Newburgh. Services will begin at 11 a.m., Rev. Dr. Coleman Briggs, officiating. Interment will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Middlehope, NY. Arrangements entrusted to Rhodes Funeral Homes, 259 Walsh Ave., New Windsor, NY 12553. Please visit our website at www.rhodesfuneralhomes.com or please give us a call at 845-452-2894.

                                                            • Buerger M.D., Peter M.

                                                              (Dover-Foxcroft, ME) - Peter M. Buerger, MD, 46, husband of Barbara A. (Cassano) Buerger, died October 7, 2008, at a local hospital. He was born August 10, 1962, in Lockport, NY, the son of Paul T. and Jean Mae (Helmke) Buerger. Peter had served 15 years with the US Air Force in Japan and Germany. He had been associated with Mayo Regional Hospital as a surgeon for the past nine years. A member of the Dover-Foxcroft Congregational Church, Peter was a member of the choir and had served as deacon. He was an…

                                                              • Bugge, Domenico

                                                                October 7, 2008 Domenico Bugge, of Syracuse, passed away Tuesday at James Square. Born in Italy, he resided in Syracuse for 52 years. Domenico retired from Allied Chemical after 13 years and was a communicant of Our Lady of Pompei Church. Survivors: his daughters, Natalie (Roc) DiFlorio of Liverpool, Domenica (Ed) Culkin of East Syracuse, and Teresa (Ted) Marcum of Minnesota; one son, Carmen (Angela) Bugge of Syracuse; sister, Carmella Corasaniti of Syracuse; brother, Vincent Bugge of Syracuse; nine…

                                                                • Buie, Charles

                                                                  Buie, Charles Rochester, October 7,2008. Predeceased by his parents, Willie (Lucille) Buie. Survived by his siblings, Horace, Clara &Willie Jr. Buie; also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Charles was a dear friend of the House of Mercy. Family and friends may call on FRIDAY 9 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. at the AIItrue Funeral Home (1270 Norton St.). Charles' Funeral Mass will be 11 A.M. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Interment, Falls Cemetery.

                                                                  • Buis, Cornelius

                                                                    Buis, Cornelius Rochester: October 7, 2008 at age 99. Predeceased by his wives, Lydia Buis, & Virginia I. Buis. Survived by his son, Ralph (Josephine) Buis; step-daughters, Suzanne (Leonard) Shaw, & Shirley Register of FL; sister-in-law, Freda Buis; nephew, Bill (Pat) Buis; & cousins in Holland. The family would like to thank the staff at Fairport Baptist Home 3F &hospice for their wonderful care. The family will receive friends to share memories FRIDAY (Oct. 10th) from 11 AM to 1 PM at…

                                                                    • Burgess, Lloyd F.

                                                                      October 6, 2008 Lloyd F. Burgess, 76, of Waterville, died Monday. Survived by his son, David of New Berlin among others. Funeral services will be private with interment in North Brookfield Cemetery. There are no calling hours. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Paul Funeral Home of Brookfield.

                                                                      • Busha, Clara L.

                                                                        CLARA L. BUSHA, 78, of Pleasant Street, Keeseville, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center., She was born in Burlington, Vt., March 25, 1930, the daughter of Napolean and Mamie (Blaise) LeBlanc., Service details were incomplete Tuesday evening and will be announced in a complete obituary., Arrangements are in the care of the Hamilton Funeral Home, 124 Clinton St., Keeseville. To light an online candle and offer condolences in the memory of Clara Busha please visit…

                                                                        • Busha, Clara L.

                                                                          KEESEVILLE -- Clara L. Busha, 78, of Pleasant Street, Keeseville, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center., She was born in Burlington, Vt., March 25, 1930, the daughter of Napolean and Mamie (Blaise) LeBlanc., Clara worked at Pleasant Valley Meat Packing Company in Schenectady for several years., Clara enjoyed cooking and raising her children. She especially loved time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her frame was small; however she will be remembered as a very strong and…

                                                                          • CORY A. FREINER

                                                                            Cory Allen Freiner, 45, of Milliken, Colo., passed away on Thursday (Oct. 2, 2008) at his residence. Cory was born Jan. 4, 1963 in Hornell, to Charles Edward Freiner and Sue Ann Thomas Freiner. Cory moved to Colorado in 1977 from Canaseraga. He married Barb Jenkins on June 10, 2005 in Kauai, Hawaii. Cory graduated in the top ten percent of his 1981 Thompson Valley High School class. He worked for Harvey Penner at Penner’s Home Appliance since 1985. He became Harvey’s business partner in 1997 and then…

                                                                            • Camarda Sr., Joseph P.

                                                                              CAMARDA - Joseph P. Sr. 86, October 6, 2008. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Malone) Camarda; dear father of Maryrose (Thomas) DiMatteo, Donald J. Camarda (Harris Chip Pierson); loving grandfather of Nora (fiance Eric OBryan) DiMatteo, Gina Swanson and papa of Robbie Jr. and Olivia Rose Swanson; also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends received Thursday 6-8 PM and Friday 4-8 PM at the BRUNNER FUNERAL HOME, 156 Robinson St., North Tonawanda, where services will be held Saturday at 9:30 AM…

                                                                              • Campagna, Helen "Cis" (O'Hare)

                                                                                Helen "Cis" (O'Hare) Campagna formerly of Binghamton Helen "Cis" O'Hare Campagna, born August 17, 1930, passed away September 3, 2008. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, October 11, 2008 at Noon, at St. James Church, Johnson City, N.Y.

                                                                                • Carbone, Mildred

                                                                                  CARBONE - Mildred October 6, 2008, of West Seneca N.Y. Sister of Connie Carbone and the late Arthur Carbone, Dorothy Licata and Rose Grieco; aunt of Marie Grieco, John Grieco and the late Leonard Grieco; also survived by many great-nieces and nephews. Family present Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the HOY FUNERAL HOME INC., 3855 Seneca St., West Seneca, where prayers will be said Friday morning at 8:30 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Queen of Heaven Church at9 AM. Friends invited.,

                                                                                  • Carroll, Dorothy Ann (Crawford)

                                                                                    CARROLL - Dorothy Ann (nee Crawford)Age 84, October 7, 2008. Born in Macomb, IL, of Buffalo, NY, formerly of Glen Ellyn IL. Wife of the late Harry; beloved mother of Rebecca Carroll (Alan) Rabideau and Monica Carroll; grandmother of Genevieve; sister of Barbara Jean Waymack, Pauline Polly Leason and Martha Flynn and the late Eleanor Willi, Gertrude Wilde, Margaret Fry and Helen Alton. Friends may call Friday 5-8 PM at the LESTER H. WEDEKINDT INC. FUNERAL HOME, 3290 Delaware Ave. Friends are invited to a…

                                                                                    • Cleary, Helen L.

                                                                                      Cleary, Helen L. Gates: Passed away peacefully October 4, 2008 at age 92. Predeceased by her beloved husband of 57 years, John J. Cleary. Survived by her loving daughter, Patricia (Richard) Sine; granddaughters, Cindy (Joseph) Polito and Kimberly Sine; great-granddaughter, Allison Polito; great-grandson, Adam Polito; brother, Robert (Patricia) Murphy; sister, Monica (Earl) Benedict; several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be Saturday, 9 AM at St. Helen's Church, 310 Hinchey Road. Inurnment,…

                                                                                      • Cobbs, Brennon Justin

                                                                                        COBBS - Brennon Justin Entered into rest October 4, 2008. Loving son of Carol Cleveland and Clyde L. Cobbs; grandson of Willie (Willie L.) Cleveland and Gilbert Jackson; brother of Brian Garner, Chavon Cobbs and Khalil Coleman, survived by a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Wake Friday 11 AM. Funeral 12 Noon at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 195 Ridge Rd., Lackawanna N.Y. Interment Lakeside Cemetery. Arrangements by H. ALFRED LEWIS MORTUARY INC., 968 Jefferson Ave.,

                                                                                        • Cocks, Rita Torresson

                                                                                          will be on Friday, October 10, from 7-9 p.m. at Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home, 515 Route 32, Highland Mills. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 11, 2008 at 10 a.m. at the chapel at Bethany Retreat House, 202 County Route 105, Highland Mills, with The Rev. John Palaparambil officiating. Interment will follow in St. Anastasia Cemetery in Harriman. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Inc., 800 Stony Brook Court, Newburgh, New…

                                                                                          • Coia Jr., Dominic

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                                                                                            • Collins, Dolores Easley

                                                                                              October 7, 2008 Dolores Easley (Borden) Collins, 77, of King Ferry, NY. No visitation. Memorial Service: 1 p.m. Saturday, October 18, 2008, First Presbyterian Church of King Ferry, NY. Interment: West Genoa Cemetery, King Ferry. Arrangements: Shakelton Funeral Home of Aurora, NY.

                                                                                              • Collins, Judith M.

                                                                                                October 7, 2008 Judith M. Collins, 67, of Hamilton, passed away at her home. Survived by her husband John, and children, Nancy and Keith. Funeral services will be private. There are no calling hours. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Paul Funeral Home of Madison.

                                                                                                • Collins, Dolores Easley (Borden)

                                                                                                  • Collins, Dolores Easley Borden

                                                                                                    are invited to attend a memorial service, which will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008, in the First Presbyterian Church of King Ferry. Interment will be in West Genoa Cemetery, King Ferry. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the memorial fund of the First Presbyterian Church of King Ferry, King Ferry, NY 13081 in memory of Mrs. Collins. The Shakelton Funeral Home of Aurora is in charge of arrangements. "Dolores loved children and teaching and is remembered by many of her students as their…


                                                                                                  • Coppola, Florence D. (Driscoll)

                                                                                                    COPPOLA - Florence D.(nee Driscoll)October 7, 2008, age 88, beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Coppola; dearest mother of Florence (Donald) Webber, Teresa (Howard) Pirong, Joan (Robert) Stadelmaier, Ralph (Suzanne), Jo Ellen (Nelson) Murphy and Joseph F. (Susan) Coppola; cherished grandmother of 19 grandchildren and 41 great-grandchildren; dear sister of Mary (late G. William) Coppola and the late John J. (Mildred) Driscoll; sister-in-law of Rose (late Lawrence) Hudack; also survived by many nieces and…

                                                                                                    • Cowling, Thomas M.

                                                                                                      October 5, 2008 Thomas M. Cowling, 88, of Towanda RR 5, Wysox Twp., PA, passed away Sunday evening, October 5, 2008, at his home following declining health. Born January 1, 1920, in Mt. Vernon, NY, he was the son of the late Donald and Elsie Close Cowling. In 1936, Tom became employed by the Chase National Bank in New York City. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1942 and saw action in the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters including the invasions of Normandy and Southern France during World War II. Following…

                                                                                                      • Cusumano, Gaspare

                                                                                                        • Czajka, Gertrude M. (Olszewski)

                                                                                                          CZAJKA - Gertrude M. (nee Olszewski)October 5, 2008, wife of the late Edward; dear mother of Duane (Barbara) Czajka and Robert (Kathleen) Chyka; loving grandmother of Jeffrey, Lisa, Robert Jr., Christopher and Kerri; great-grandmother of Kaya, Norah and Lily; predeceased by four brothers; also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (two blocks east of Dick Rd.). Mass of Christian Burial at Queen of Martyrs Church, 180 George…

                                                                                                          • Damiano, John J.

                                                                                                            John J. Damiano, 80, of Fort Meyers Beach, FL and Niagara Falls, NY, peacefully passed away on October 8, 2008 at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, NY. He was born in Rochester, NY to the late Constantino and Rose Damiano. John attended Trott Vocational High School, served in the United States Marine Corp., and owned Johnny's TV store on 14th Street at Pine Avenue in Niagara Falls. He also did property maintenance and construction. He is survived by Violet M. Damiano of Fort Meyers Beach, FL and…

                                                                                                            • Davenport-Leonard, Ashley Chyanne

                                                                                                              DAVENPORT-LEONARD, Ashley Chyanne Born and passed away on October 1, 2008 in Montour Falls, NY. She is survived by her parents, Lori Davenport and Wayne Leonard; siblings, Tyler Davenport and Emmie Leonard; grandparents, Barbara Meder and Emma and Ed Leonard; uncles, John Steiner and Jon Leonard. In loving memory:"One precious angel was given to us, and before we even had the chance to know how sweet and perfect she would have been, she was taken away much too soon by angels."

                                                                                                              • David C. Wheeler

                                                                                                                Mr. David C. Wheeler, 53, of Middleville, passed away October 4, 2008, at the St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica, suddenly from a heart attack. David was born on January 15,1955 in Ilion, the son of Robert and Barbara Woodword Wheeler. He was a graduate of West Canada Valley High School and graduated with a degree in Animal Husbandry from SUNY-Morrisville. David furthered his education by receiving his LPN degree. He was employed by the Youth Empowerment Program of Utica for several years. David enjoyed…

                                                                                                                • Davis, Alice Jane (McMahon)

                                                                                                                  DAVIS - Alice Jane (nee McMahon)October 7, 2008, of Buffalo, NY; daughter of the late Francis and Alice McMahon; cherished mother of Michael (Connie) Davis, Maureen (Patrick) Curtin, Karen (James) Meyer and Patricia M. Davis; dear sister of Mary Frances (late Gerald) Hoffmann and the late Rita (late Edward) Finear and William McMahon; sister-in-law of the late June Davis; also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and dear friends. Funeral Services Saturday at 9 AM from the…

                                                                                                                  • Dawson, Jack Michael

                                                                                                                    Ellenville, NY Jack Michael Dawson, infant son of Edward and Kimberly Dawson, died October 7, 2008 at Westchester Medical Center. In addition to his parents, survivors include his brothers, Brian and Andrew, both at home; his maternal grandparents, Brian and Diane Lake of Napanoch; his paternal grandparents, Barbara and Glenn Doolittle of Ellenville. Services for Jack will be private. Arrangements by Loucks Funeral Home, Inc., 79 N. Main St., Ellenville, NY 12428.

                                                                                                                    • Dean, Charles E.

                                                                                                                      Charles E. Dean of Binghamton Charles E. Dean, 59, of Binghamton, died on Sunday, October 5, 2008, at Lourdes Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Dean, Binghamton; son and daughter-in-law, David and Megan Dean, Binghamton; stepson, William Griggs, Binghamton; granddaughter, Summer Dean, Binghamton; numerous cousins, aunts and uncles. He was a veteran of Vietnam serving in the Marines. He was a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley for 20 years. He loved to play golf. A Funeral Service will be held…

                                                                                                                      • Dees, Stephanie Meon (Cafarelli)

                                                                                                                        October 4, 2008 Stephanie Meon (Cafarelli) Dees, 26, passed away Saturday, October 4, 2008 in Manhattan. Beloved daughter, cherished sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend, Stephanie was born in Cleveland, Ohio and she was raised and educated in West Meon, England. She received her BA Honors degree in fine art from Sheffield University in England, and she worked for two years as an assistant teacher at the International Children's School in Prague, Czech Republic. She was an artist and recently…

                                                                                                                        • DiMartino, Angelo

                                                                                                                          DiMARTINO, Angelo - Its been four years and it feels like yesterday. We all miss you.WIFE, CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN,

                                                                                                                          • Domicello, Anthony P.

                                                                                                                            Domicello, Anthony P. Penfield: Oct. 8, 2008, age 78. Predeceased by his daughter and son-in-law, Salvatrice and Craig Henderberg, his parents, Philip and Salvatrice and his 7 brothers and sisters. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Grace (D'Ambrosio); his children, Philip (Patricia) Domicello, Isabelle (Steve) Poliszuk, Anthony (Christine) Domicello, Jr., Joseph (Teresa) Domicello; 16 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Bessie and Frances Domicello and Helen and…

                                                                                                                            • Doolan, Shirley Jean

                                                                                                                              hours will be held on Saturday, October 11, from 9-11 a.m. at the Ralston-Lippincott-Hasbrouck-Ingrassia Funeral Home, Inc., 72 West Main St., Middletown. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, Middletown. Arrangements by Ralston-Lippincott-Hasbrouck-Ingrassia Funeral Home, Inc., Middletown; 845-343-6023.

                                                                                                                              • Doyle, Vincent P.

                                                                                                                                • Drake, Gladys C. (Dunklee)

                                                                                                                                  GLADYS C. (DUNKLEE) DRAKE, 92, of Ticonderoga, died peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at Riverside at Chase Point Assisted Living in Damariscotta, Maine, where she has been a resident since 2002., Arrangements are incomplete at this time and under the direction of the Wilcox &Regan Funeral Home of Ticonderoga., A full obituary will appear in tomorrow's Press-Republican.

                                                                                                                                  • Drake, Gladys C. (Dunklee)

                                                                                                                                    TICONDEROGA -- Gladys C. (Dunklee) Drake, 92, of Ticonderoga, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at Riverside at Chase Point Assisted Living in Damariscotta, Maine, where she has been a resident since 2002., Born in Silver Bay, N.Y., Dec. 27, 1915, she was the daughter of the late Fayette and Annie (Nutbrown) Dunklee., She was a 1933 graduate of Hague High School and a 1936 graduate of Plattsburgh Normal School.Ã? She was employed as an elementary school teacher for many years in Hague and…

                                                                                                                                    • Duquette Sr., Kenneth W.

                                                                                                                                      PLATTSBURGH -- Kenneth W. Duquette, Sr. "Wayne," left us peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, and went to join his loved ones on the other side. His strength and character throughout the past nine weeks at CVPH were a true testimony to the man he was., "Wayne" was born on March 5, 1934, to Basil and Dorothy Duquette in Plattsburgh, N.Y. He graduated from Plattsburgh High School in 1952 and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1954; he married the love of his life, Florence "Pat"…

                                                                                                                                      • Duthe, Angeline V.

                                                                                                                                        may call on Friday 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 Saturday, October 11th at 8:45 AM and at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart of Mary Church, 1992 Brant Road, North Collins, NY, with Rev. Fr. John Mears officiating. Interment in North Collins Cemetery, North Collins, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Niagara Hospice, Inc., 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094.Visit…

                                                                                                                                        • Du Bois, Edith Mae Albertson

                                                                                                                                          Edith Mae Albertson Du Bois on Saturday, October 1, 2008 at 10 a.m. at the Milton-Marlboro Methodist Church, Milton, NY. Sharing time during the service and following the service in the Fellowship Hall.

                                                                                                                                          • EVELYN MOTZER

                                                                                                                                            Evelyn Motzer, 90, of 7918 Mill St., passed away early Monday evening (Oct. 6, 2008) at her home. Evelyn’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. 

                                                                                                                                            • Eberle, Alan C.

                                                                                                                                              Intermediate School. It was Alan's wishes there be no calling hours. A Memorial Mass will be held, Saturday, October 11, 2008, at St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin St. Elmira, NY at 11:30 a.m. Donations in his memory may be made to St. Mary's Church Renovation, 224 Franklin St., Elmira, NY 14904; or Victory Junction Gang Camp, 4500 Adam's Way, Randleman, NC 27317.

                                                                                                                                              • Edwards, Douglas Patrick

                                                                                                                                                • Egan, RoseMarie

                                                                                                                                                  EGAN RoseMarie Richards Age 69 of Elmira Heights, NY passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday October 5, 2008 surrounded by her loving family after a 13 year battle with cancer. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Thursday October 9, 2008 from 6-9 PM. The Horseheads Women of The Moose Ritual Team will hold a memorial service on Thursday at the Funeral Home at 8:30 P M for their departed Co-Worker RoseMarie. Mrs. Egan's Funeral…

                                                                                                                                                  • Elizabeth E. Van Court

                                                                                                                                                    Elizabeth E. Van Court, 83, of 230 Bidleman Rd., Little Falls, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2008, at her residence. She was born on April 6, 1925, in Richfield Springs, the daughter of the late Frank S. and Esther (Eaker) Mang. She was educated in Richfield Springs schools. She was united in marriage to her husband of 34 years, Jasper Van Court, on October 10, 1942, in Richfield Springs. Mr. Van Court predeceased her on June 6, 1976. She enjoyed gardening and canning, as well as cooking for her family…

                                                                                                                                                  • Elizabeth J. Grose

                                                                                                                                                    Elizabeth J. Grose, 93. of 105 Protection Ave., passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday morning, Oct. 7, 2008, in her home. She was born on Dec. 6, 1914, in Little Falls, daughter of the late Paul and Anna Krchniak Janeka. A lifelong area resident she was a graduate of Herkimer High School with the class of “1934.” For 17 years Mrs. Grose worked as a nurse’s aide for the Herkimer Memorial Hospital, retiring in 1976. She had a strong belief in God and was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church,…

                                                                                                                                                    • Elizabeth “Bettie” C. O’Connell

                                                                                                                                                      Mrs. Elizabeth “Bettie” C. O’Connell, 83, of Catherine Street, Mohawk, a Dolgeville native, entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 3, 2008, peacefully in Valley Health Services, Herkimer. At the time of her passing she was surrounded with the love and support of her family. She was born in Dolgeville on September 22, 1925, daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Nash) Currie and graduated from Dolgeville High School. She was joined in marriage with John “Jack” O’Connell on February 8,…

                                                                                                                                                      • Emma Jean Geist

                                                                                                                                                        Emma Jean Geist, 83, of Stannards Road, passed away Thursday (Oct. 2, 2008) at Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville following a long illness. She is survived by her husband, Harry L. Geist of Stannards Road, Wellsville; two sons and two daughters. A graveside service will take place Monday at the Grandview Cemetery in Johnstown, Pa. Arrangements are in care of the H.P. Smith & Son, Inc. Funeral Home in Canisteo.

                                                                                                                                                        • Emmick, Robert L. "Bob"

                                                                                                                                                          Robert L. "Bob" Emmick of Kirkwood Robert L. Emmick, 65, of Kirkwood, died on Monday, October 6, 2008, at his home. He was predeceased by his mother, Jessie Miller. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother to his family. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Jean Emmick, Kirkwood; children, Sheri Emmick Bentley and Mark Kohler, Alexandria, Va., Carol Boothe, Kirkwood, Amy and Kevin Whitty, Poughkeepsie, and Joseph and Michele Emmick, Kirkwood; also five granddaughters, Hanna,…

                                                                                                                                                          • Ensminger, Robert L.

                                                                                                                                                            ENSMINGER - Robert L. Age 84, of Olcott, NY, and Palmetto, FL, October 7, 2008 in Lockport Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Beloved father of David W. Ensminger of Jamestown, Nancy L. (Dennis) Baer of North Tonawanda, Robert L. Ensminger of Lockport, Becky Ensminger of Tonawanda and Kathleen Becker of North Tonawanda; grandfather of eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; brother of Allen Ensminger of North Tonawanda, LaVerne Ensminger of Texas and the late Dorothy Root; uncle of several…

                                                                                                                                                            • Evans, Cecila M.

                                                                                                                                                              Cecila M. Evans entered into rest Wednesday, October 8, 2008 in Beachwood H.C.F. Born December 1, 1917 in Lockport, she was the daughter of John and Costintia (Zenello) Morello.Cecila was predeceased by her husband, Harry W. Evans in 1962. She retired from Harrison Radiator, after 32 years, in 1982. She was a member of the UAW Retirees Travel Club, the UAW Women’s Golf League and Women’s League in Middleport, was a volunteer at Lockport Memorial, bowled in the City League and was a life member of St.…

                                                                                                                                                              • Evans Ph.D., Mildred H. (Semelka)

                                                                                                                                                                EVANS - Mildred H., Ph.d.(nee Semelka)Of Hamburg, October 7, 2008, wife of Francis Evans; mother of Glenn (Sarah), Cynthia (Jon Powell), Anita (Richard Hypio) and Brian (Agnes Kanikula) Evans; sister of Marie Soper and Sophie Barton; also survived by nine grandchildren and two step-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. No prior visitation. Memorials to Parkinsons Association of WNY. Arrangements by DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME INC.,

                                                                                                                                                                • Everhart, Robert

                                                                                                                                                                  EVERHART - Robert Died October 3, 2008. Service will be held Friday, October 10th. 11 oclock visitation, 12 noon funeral service at Church of God of Prophecy, 2628 Bailey Ave.,

                                                                                                                                                                  • Ezak Sr., Andrew

                                                                                                                                                                    Andrew Ezak, Sr., 94, of Niagara Falls, NY, died Monday, October 6,2008 at N.F. Memorial Medical Center. He was born October 3, 1914 in Niagara Falls, NY, the son of the late Adam and Rozalia (Czub) Ezak and attended local schools.He worked for the Erie Lackawanna Railroad for a while before retiring from General Abrasives as a furnace operator. Andrew enjoyed spending time with his family, breeding racing pidgeons, gardening and loved his pets.He is survived by his wife, Gloria (Guerin) Ezak of Niagara…

                                                                                                                                                                    • Fadale, Arlene A.

                                                                                                                                                                      Arlene A. Fadale, age 83, of the Villages of Orleans, died October 6, 2008 at the Villages of Orleans. She was born October 23, 1924 in Albion the daughter of Dominic and Lucy Socciarelli and had lived in the area all of her life.She was a member of Holy Family Parish - St. Joseph Church, the Bereavement committee, a lifetime member of the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary Strickland Post #4635. She was a former employee at Albion Central School as Cook Manager.She is predeceased by her husband, Russell. Survived by…

                                                                                                                                                                      • Farrell, James V.

                                                                                                                                                                        may call Thursday, 2-4, 7-9 PM at the funeral chapel (1031 Ridge Road, Webster). A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10 AM at St. Ann's Community at Cherry Ridge Chapel, 900 Cherry Ridge Blvd., Webster. Interment at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be directed to McQuaid Jesuit Memorial Gifts, 1800 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 or to St. Ann's Foundation Cherry Ridge Chapel, 1500 Portland Ave., Rochester, NY 14621. Anthony Funeral &…

                                                                                                                                                                        • Fischer, Hilda S.

                                                                                                                                                                          Fischer, Hilda S. Webster: Passed away on Monday, October 6, 2008 at age 79. Predeceased by her husband, Leonard and brother, John Straube. She is survived by her daughters, Sandra (John) Fischer-Kierecki, Paula (William) Willard, Suzanne (Brian) Soule and Judy Davis-Singer; 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Ann (David) DeLano; brother, Bertram "Bud" (Rose) Straube; sister-in-law, Barbara Straube; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. The family will…

                                                                                                                                                                          • Foley, John

                                                                                                                                                                            • Foley, Rev Donald

                                                                                                                                                                              Rev. Donald Foley passed away October 7, 2008 in Absolut of Gasport Health Care Facility, after a brief illness. Born April 8, 1933 in Galt, (now Cambridge), Ontario, he was the son of the late Thomas and Gladys (Johnson) Foley and step-son of the late L. Marie Foley-McGregor of Stratford, Ontario.Most of his childhood was spent in the Loyal True Blue and Orange Home in Richmond Hill, Ontario. Rev. Donald graduated in 1958 from Elim Bible Institute in Lima, NY and attended Perkins School of Theology at…

                                                                                                                                                                              • Fraley, June E. (Heath)

                                                                                                                                                                                FRALEY - June E. (nee Heath)October 7, 2008; beloved wife of James Fraley; dear mother of Elsie (Carl) Huebbers, Debra (Paul) Larivey-Cebula, Cathy Fraley (Joynt), Cindy Gawera, Jerry Fraley, Bridget (Paul) Ratajczak, Sandra (David) Mellerski, Brian and the late James Edward Fraley; loving grandmother of 24 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; dear cousin of Mary Ellen (Robert) Niver. Friends may call Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at The JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME, INC., (Southtowns Chapel), 3155…

                                                                                                                                                                                • Fromoltz, Chester

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Gala, Robert A.

                                                                                                                                                                                    may attend a Memorial Mass, 11:00 Friday at Our Mother of Sorrows Church. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may contribute to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105. Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Gangi, Joyce

                                                                                                                                                                                      Gangi, Joyce Caledonia: Tuesday, October 7, 2008. She was the last of the Alice Zeluff Family. Predeceased by her 1st husband, Edward Olek, son Eugene, grandson, Jeremy and 2nd husband, Frank Gangi. Survived by 3 sons, Lee (Carol) Olek, Lawrence Olek (companion , Jody Richardson) and Michael Olek of N.C.; daughter, Judith (Gerald) Samolis; 13 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandaughter; several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to granddaughter, Michell Skobel for the wonderful care…

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Garlock, Vincenza F. "Jennie"

                                                                                                                                                                                        Vincenza F. “Jennie” Garlock passed away October 7, 2008 in Briody Health Care Facility. Born July 8, 1922 in Lockport, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine (Bottice) Licata. Jennie graduated from Lockport High School in 1940 and was the Valedictorian of her class. She worked at Harrison Radiator in clerical. Jennie enjoyed traveling and playing cards. Jennie is survived by her loving husband, Robert L. Garlock of Lockport; dearest mother of Robert M. (Patricia) Garlock of Ohio and…

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Geiger, Harold J.

                                                                                                                                                                                          11 a.m. Friday at the Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc., 4504 W. Seneca Tpk., Onondaga Hill. Interment: Onondaga County Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Friends may call Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave., Syracuse, NY 13208. Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc. Onondaga Hill

                                                                                                                                                                                          • Geiger, Thomas

                                                                                                                                                                                            • Gell, Rose A.

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Gibbons, Carl Chuck

                                                                                                                                                                                                Carl (Chuck) Gibbons went home to the Lord June 6, 2008 in Tucson, AZ, under the care of Hospice and his loving family. Chuck was born April 25, 1933 in Niagara Falls, NY to Robert and Mabel Gibbons of Lockport. After attending schools in Niagara Falls and Akron, NY, he joined the Army serving in the infantry during the Korean War. On completion of his military service, Chuck worked for the telephone company in New York and later in Colorado. Chuck is survived by his wife, Saundra (Hinkley); children, Allan…

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Gill, Jean P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Girard, Charles Henry

                                                                                                                                                                                                    Girard, Charles Henry Marion: We celebrate the home going of our treasured father Charles Henry Girard. He peacefully joined our heavenly father October 6, 2008. He was a teacher, a healer and an amazing friend to so many. This spectacular man spent his life exemplifying unadorned kindness. He so deeply cared for others and was deeply loved and cared for. We ask everyone who was touched by him to carry on his legacy of kindness by helping and caring for others. There is a world full of people who need a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Girolamo, Anthony J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                    October 8, 2008 Anthony J. Girolamo, 84, of East Syracuse, died at his home Wednesday, October 8, 2008. He was predeceased by his parents and his sister. He was a graduate of Oneida High School, then served his country in WWII in the Navy. He was a Pharmacist's Mate, mostly in the Asiatic-Pacific region. He retired from Bristol Laboratories after 35 years. He was a communicant of St. Matthew's Church in East Syracuse. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Maggie Buda Girolamo; two daughters,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Gould, David

                                                                                                                                                                                                      will be held at Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City on Friday at 11 a.m. The Rev. Father Thomas F. Catucci, Pastor of St. Mary's Church, Kirkwood, will officiate. At David's request, there will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by the J.F. Rice Funeral Home, Inc., 150 Main St., Johnson City, N.Y.

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Gouveia, Donald Nelipowitz

                                                                                                                                                                                                        October 5, 2008 Mr. Donald Nelipowitz Gouveia, 45, of Sacramento, CA, died October 5, 2008. His brothers, Joseph, David and John Nelipowitz mournfully acknowledge the death of their younger brother, Donald Gouveia. Donald is also survived by another brother; two sisters, and his mother, Gloria Gouveia. Memorial services will be announced at a later date. Local arrangements have been entrusted to Keegan-Osbelt-Knight Funeral Home, Inc. Keegan-Osbelt-Knight Inc. 900 N. Salina Street

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Gregg, Ronald D. "Joe"

                                                                                                                                                                                                          October 7, 2008 Ronald D. "Joe" Gregg, 69, of Red Creeek, NY, died on Tuesday at his residence. Joe was born in Auburn, NY on February 27, 1939, the son of the late Harry and Frances Spurr Gregg. He was a life resident of Red Creek where he, his late wife and sons owned and operated Gregg Construction of Red Creek. He is survived by one daughter, Kristin (Robert) Reese, Red Creek; three sons, Scott B. (Patti) Gregg, Red Creek, Joseph W. (Melissa) Gregg, Red Creek, Steven H. (Theresa) Gregg, Red…

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Grembowicz, Anna (Wypij )

                                                                                                                                                                                                            GREMBOWICZ - Anna (nee Wypij )October 7, 2008; beloved wife of John; dear mother of Ann Marie (Robert) Kaczmarowski, John (Cheryl), Jullie (Edward) Witucki and Edward; also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters and a brother, nieces and nephews. Funeral service from the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (2 blocks east of Dick Rd) Friday at 11:00 AM. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Groff, Betty J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                              Friday, 11 a.m. at the Foster-Hax Funeral Home, 52 Park Street, Pulaski. Burial: South Richland Cemetery, Fernwood. Calling hours will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. prior to funeral services.

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Grossholz, Charles R. "Dick"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, October 10 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave. Newburgh. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 11 in the funeral home, with Father John Vondras officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. St. Francis Cemetery, New Windsor. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis of Assisi Restoration Fund, 145 Benkard Ave., Newburgh, NY 12550. To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Grundy, William

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  GRUNDY, William - In loving memory of our dear grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather, who passed away 27 years ago today.You are always in our hearts.Loved and sadly missed by,BONNIE, SUE, TINAN, ABAGAIL, COURTNEY, BOB AND NICK,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Guzak, Nicholas P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Habyan, Gabriel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Halliday, William H. "Doc"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Bill through memorials to an Educational Scholarship Fund for his grandson. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Hampton, Florence R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          September 30, 2008 Florence R. Hampton, 91, formerly of Hamilton, died Tuesday, September 30, 2008. Graveside Service: 10 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 2008 in Forest Hill Cemetery, Utica. Arrangements by Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, Hamilton.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Hankins, Clifford R. "Bud"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            will be conducted Saturday, October 11, 2008, at 12 noon at the James V. DeMarco &Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St., Port Dickinson, N.Y. with Father Tim Taugher officiating. Calling hours will be at the DeMarco &Son Funeral Home on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Hanna, John V.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Havemeyer, Arline Dorothy Hart

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Hicks, Margaret M. "Peggy"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Hodge, Marie N.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Hodge, Marie N. Rochester: Wednesday, October 8, 2008. She is survived by her children, Robert Hodge, Michelle (Chaz) Brandon and Michael Hodge; grandchildren, Norman Hodge, Chaztanique Brandon and Michael Hodge, Jr.; her parents, Loretta and Joseph Giaconia, Sr.; sister, Terry (Richard) Williams; brother, Joseph (Sharon) Giaconia, Jr.; nieces and nephews. No prior calling. Family and friends are invited to attend her Memorial Mass on Friday at 10 A.M. at St. Margaret Mary Church. Michael R. Yackiw Funeral…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Holihan, Mark

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Huntington, Damian Michael

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        and friends are invited to call on Saturday, October 11, 2008, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. A funeral service will be held immediately following the visitation at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga, PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Children's Miracle Network, 4525 South 2300 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84117, or the CaringBridge, 1995…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Iuliano, Rita

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Jendrysek, Sophie (Grudzien)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            JENDRYSEK - Sophie (nee Grudzien)Of Orchard Park, October 1, 2008. Beloved wife of the late John Jendrysek; dearest mother of Robert (Connie), Delphine (John) OConnor, Mary Ann (James) Crean and John Jendrysek; loving grandmother of Tracie (William) Ewing, Danielle (Michael) Thourling,J.T. (Patricia) Crean, Lisa (Henry)Secord, John (Barbara) Crean andRobert and Brian Jendrysek; great-grandmother of eight; sister of Loretta Jarosz and the late Bertha Kopacz, Edward Grudzien, Freda Chentfant. Family and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Jenkins, Robert E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Robert E. Jenkins' memory to Kevin Guest House, 782 Ellicott St., Buffalo, N.Y. 14203. Arrangements are by the Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home. www.emfaheyfuneralhome.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Johncox, Robert F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                may call 2-4, 7-9 Fri. at Willard H. Scott Funeral Home, 12 South Ave., Webster. Funeral Services, 12 Noon Sat. at United Methodist Church of Webster, 169 East Main St., Webster. Interment, Huron Evergreen Cemetery, Huron, NY. Memorials may be directed to the Church.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Joy, Kenneth S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  October 5, 2008 Kenneth S. Joy, 91, passed away on October 5, 2008 in Auburn, NY. A resident of Skaneateles, NY, Mr. Joy was born in Medusa, NY on August 31, 1917. He graduated from Cornell University in 1937. He was a transport pilot during World War II, reaching the rank of captain before his discharge in 1945. He worked for GLF/Agway for 43 years retiring as vice presidnet - director of personnel in 1981. Mr. Joy had been a director of Curtice-Burns, Inc. and a director of Junior Achievement of Onondaga…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Junior A. Byrnside

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Junior A. Byrnside, age 80, of Dundee, NY died Monday October 6, 2008 in the comfort of his son’s home in the Town of Tyrone. Friends may call from 5-7pm Thursday (Oct. 9) at the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water Street, Dundee; where an American Legion Service will be held at 7 pm.  A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am Friday (Oct. 10) at the funeral home, with Rev. Lucinda O´Leary officiating.  Burial with full military honors will follow in Union Cemetery, Tyrone, NY. Memorial contributions may be…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Keane, Dianne S. (Richards)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    KEANE - Dianne S. (Richards)October 7, 2008; beloved wife of the late Thomas Keane; dear mother of Kelly Walter, Kenneth and the late Timothy and Kathleen Schuster; Grammie of Chris, Michael, Nicholas, Jessica and Patrick; sister of Linda (Paul) Cordier; dear friend of Barb (Thomas) Zak and Sister Marie Andre, R.S.M. Private services were held at the families request. Arrangments by JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME, INC. Online register at www.CANNANFH.com.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Kehoe, Patricia "Babbette" (Fedash)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Patricia "Babbette" (nee Fedash) Kehoe, 57, of Tonawanda, NY, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, entered into rest on Monday, October 6, 2008 in Kenmore Mercy Hospital, following a brief illness. Born on June 18, 1951 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of Sophia (Slesinski) Fedash of Niagara Falls, NY and the late Nicholas Fedash. On September 19, 1987, she married James ‘Pat’ Kehoe in St. Leo’s Church in the Town of Niagara, NY.Mrs. Kehoe attended local schools and graduated from…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Kehoe, Patricia (Fedash)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        KEHOE - Patricia Babbette (nee Fedash)Age 57, of Tonawanda N.Y., died on Monday. She was the daughter of Sophia (Slesinski) Fedash of Niagara Falls N.Y. and the late Nicholas Fedash. On September 19, 1987, she married James Pat Kehoe. In addition to her loving Husband, Pat, of 21 years and mother, Mrs. Kehoe is survived by one sister, Mary Fedash of Cherry hill, N.J. and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friend. Patricia was predeceased by her loving Maltese, Puppina. There will be no…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Keser, Marion T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          October 8, 2008 Marion T. Keser, 94, of Syracuse, died Wednesday at Crouse Hospital after a short illness. She was born in Scranton, PA, on January 13, 1914, to Harry and Theresa Clark. She graduated from Marywood College and completed her master's degree in education at Syracuse University. Marion taught in the Syracuse School District at Delaware School. She was a communicant of Most Holy Rosary Church. In her retirement she was involved with her family, enjoying reading and traveling. She was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Kilmer, Clifton B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Clifton B. Kilmer of Binghamton Clifton B. Kilmer, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, at the New York State Veterans Home in Oxford, surrounded by his daughters and loving sister. He was predeceased by his parents, Homer and Helen Kilmer; and his sister, Pauline Gorton. He is survived by two daughters and one son-in-law, Lucinda and Rev. Andrew Belokur, Waverly, and Penny Martin, Binghamton; a sister, Florence Fuller, Windsor; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Richard Kilmer,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Kinne, Edith

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Monticello, NY Edith Kinne of Monticello, a lifelong resident of the area, died on October 1, 2008. She was 75. The daughter of the late Chester and Flora Peterson Kinne, She was born on April 15, 1933 in South Fallsburg, NY. Edith was last employed by the Fallsburg Central School District. Survivors include her longtime friend and companion, Barbara Eberhard; three sisters: Ethel Stratton of Apalachin, NY, Helen Skubon of Largo, FL and Bertha Cleveland and her husband, Bill of Monticello, Utah; her two…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Klaisle Sr., William J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                10 a.m. Saturday at Holy Family Church. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt. Calling hours 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, 1921 W. Genesee St. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Bill Klaisle Sr. may be made to Make A Wish Foundation, Tindall Funeral Home, Inc. Please sign the guestbook at syracuse.com/obits

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Klopfer, Esther A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  may call Monday from 2 to 4 PM and 7 to 9 PM at the Bates, Wallace and Heath Funeral Home, 38 State St., Middleport, where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Lowell Gypson III officiating. Burial will be in Hartland Central Cemetery. Memorials to Orleans County Hospice, P.O. Box 489, Albion, New York 14411 would be appreciated by the Klopfer family.Visit www.bateswallace.com to sign guest register.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Kordiak, Debra A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Monroe, NY Debra A. Kordiak, of Monroe, NY, entered into eternal rest Monday, October 6, 2008 at the age of 55. She was born January 29, 1953 in Tuxedo, NY, to the late John and Frances (Smith) Kordiak. Later on in life Debra worked for IBM as a technical trainer. Debra is survived by her brothers: Robert Kordiak and wife, Debra from Calabash, NC, William Kordiak of Tuxedo, NY and Jeffrey Kordiak and wife, Elizabeth of West Minster, CO and her sister, Judy and husband, Richard Cocchiara of Washingtonville,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Krajewski, Lottie (Walek)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      KRAJEWSKI - Lottie (Walek)October 6, 2008, loving wife for 65 years of Ted; dear mother of Richard and the late David and Daniel; dearest great-grandmother of Ashley; sister of the late Roman, Steve Walek and Florence Nowak; also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral was held privately. Arrangements PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Krauss, William C. "Billy"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Kregg Sr., James A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          will be present on Monday from 11:00 to 12:00 Noon at the (Delaware Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1132 Delaware Ave. (near Ferry), where Funeral Services will follow at 12:00 Noon. Friends invited. Online register book at www.AMIGONE.com,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Kretchmer, Robert H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            are invited to his Memorial Service, Fri. 11 AM at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, 2771 Chili Ave. Interment, Grove Place Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to American Lung Association, 1595 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • LESLIE SCOTT ‘LES’ ROWE

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Leslie Scott “Les” Rowe, 99, of Valley View Court, passed away early Monday morning (Oct. 6, 2008) at his home. He was born in the Town of Burns, on Sept. 25, 1909, a son of the late Olin and Myrtie (Scott) Rowe. He was also predeceased by his siblings, Aliene Fox and Jeanette Mungo. On March 11, 1931, he was married to Hazel Came Rowe, they enjoyed 75 and ½ years of marriage until her death on Sept. 26, 2006. His family would like to thank all of the neighbors in Valley View Court for their special…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • LaMantagne, Jeanne B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Pompano Beach, FL Jeanne B. LaMantagne, of Pompano Beach, FL, formerly of North Salem, NY and Danbury, CT, entered into rest on Thursday, October 2, 2008 in North Broward Medical Center. She was 84. Daughter of the late George and May Fraties Geiger, she was born March 4, 1924 in Jamaica, NY. She is survived by her loving sons: Charles E. Lane, Jr. and his wife, Joan of Newburgh, Michael Lane and his wife, Nancy of Newburgh, and Clifford Lane and his wife, Fay of Glens Falls, NY; grandchildren: Laura Lane…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Lanning, Elizabeth J. (Sauer)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  LANNING - Elizabeth J. (Sauer)Of Hamburg, October 7, 2008. Wife of the late Gerald B. Lanning Sr.; mother of Barbara (Anthony) Nucci, Gerald Jr., Linda (Stephen) Gryczkowski, Susan (William) Kane, William (Lisa), R. Deborah (Mark) Belli, Richard (fiancee Sarah Hazel), Cheryl (Peter) Marth and the late Elizabeth Lanning; sister of Eleanor Foster, Lillian (Floyd) Salzman, twin brother William Sauer and Dorothy Carpenter; also survived by 11 grandchildren and three great grandchildren; predeceased by two…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Lasker, John F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    will be present on Wednesday and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 1024 French Rd. (between Union and Borden Rds.) where Funeral Services will be held on Friday at 9:15 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated from Resurrection Church at 10:00 AM. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Autism Society of America, Western New York Chapter, 19 Limestone Dr., Williamsville, NY 14221. Online register book at www.AMIGONE.com,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Leonard Jr., William C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      LEONARD, William C., Jr. "Hoss" Age 63, of Watkins Glen, NY, passed away on October 6, 2008 at Schuyler Hospital. He was born on December 28, 1944 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late William and Mary Leonard. He is survived by his wife, Carol of 18 years; children, William (Debbie) Leonard of Horseheads, NY, Charles (Mindy) Leonard of Oakdale, CT, Julie (John) Burdick of Maryland, NY, James (Kristin) Leonard of Erin, NY, Richard (Marlena) Scott of Johnstown, NY, and Wendy (Brian) Cozzens of Walnut…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Leone, Donna S. (Wahlenmayer)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        LEONE - Donna S. (nee Wahlenmayer)Of Lackawanna, NY, October 8, 2008; loving mother of Peter (Katherine), Christopher and Lisa Stratton; dear grandmother of Jeffery Stratton and Ethan Leone; sister of Ruth (late Jerome) Brodfruehrer; aunt of Steven, Carrie and Jody Brodfruehrer and Edward Krasinski. Family will be present to receive friends Friday 4-8 PM at The (Blasdell/Lackawanna Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3450 South Park Ave., where Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 9:30 AM.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Lese, Sally S. (Schweizer)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, from 4-7:00 p.m. Her memorial service will be celebrated in the First United Methodist Church, 1034 W. Broad St., Horseheads, on Sat., Oct. 11, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. Her burial service will take place privately at the convenience of her family.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Less, Sophie A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Sophie A. (nee Mis) Less of North Tonawanda, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, October 7, 2008 in her 91st year at Niagara Hospice House, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, Mrs. Less resided in North Tonawanda for the past sixty-five years and was a parishioner of Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, baking, sewing and being with her grandsons and great-grandsons. Wife of the late Stanley C. Less. Dearest mother of Kathleen Lindaman of North Tonawanda.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Lindemann, Karl L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              KARL L. LINDEMANN, 91, of Facteau Avenue in Plattsburgh, died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh., Arrangements were incomplete Wednesday evening and have been entrusted to the Brown Funeral Home, 29 Broad St. in Plattsburgh., A full obituary will appear in the Friday Press-Republican. Online condolences may be made at www.brownfuneralhomeinc.com.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Lipka, Charlotte (Jaroszewski)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                LIPKA - Charlotte (Jaroszewski)October 8, 2008, former wife of the late Philip; devoted mother of Philip (Veronique), Phyllis (Jay) Hanson, Patricia (Richard) Cole and Paulette Brenda; loving grandmother of six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; dear sister of Sophie Liszkiewicz, Peter Jaroszewski and the late Eleanor Czarnecki. Visitation in the CICHON-BORGOSZ FUNERAL HOME INC., 4929 Broadway, Depew, Friday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Relatives and friends are invited to a funeral service in Lord of Life…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Lombard, Carmella E. (Borrelli)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Lombard, Carmella E. (Borrelli) Rochester: October 8, 2008. Predeceased by her husband ,Joseph P. Lombard. Survived by her children, Deacon Richard (Rose Marie) Lombard, James Lombard, Thomas (Cathy) Lombard of MN &John (Darci) Lombardo of NJ; grandchildren Lisa (Mike) Shimkus, Lori Bosworth, Richard (Rachel) Lombard, Melinda (George) Hartman, Joseph (Amy) Lombard, Emily (Dwight) Luhman, Thomas Lombard, Peter Lombard &Anne (Matthew) Stoner ; 12 great-grandchildren; sister Marie (Joseph) Bertino;…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Lutz Jr., Richard. W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Lutz, Richard. W., Jr. Holley, NY/formerly of Lancaster, PA: Passed at home September 28, 2008, from the loving arms of his family and wife into the loving arms of our LORD JESUS, at age 61. Survived by the love of his life, wife Kathy (Papaleo) Lutz, daughters, Jodi (Tim) Bird, Katie (Roy Wagner) Apton, step-sons Steven (Andrea) Shadders, Michael (Lynn) Shadders, sister Linda (Larry) Leed, cousin Dawn Rothfus, brother-in-law Vincent (Pam) Papaleo, sisters-in-law Madeline (Larry) Woodruff, Rebecca Papaleo,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • MYRON ‘MIKE’ F. NORTHUP

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Myron “Mike” F. Northup passed away Sunday (Oct. 5, 2008) at the Bath VAMC. Burial will be at Bath National Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Bender-Brown & Powers Funeral Home of Hornell. 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Maclachlan, Ula Wiley Brown

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      SYRACUSE, N.Y. -- Ula Wiley Brown Maclachlan, 86, died in Syracuse, N.Y., on Sept. 25, 2008, after a long illness. She was born on May 1, 1922, in Chazy, N.Y., to Charles W. and Bessie Ashline Wiley., She was predeceased by her husband of 18 years, Ian K. Maclachlan; and her first husband, John Lewis Brown, to whom she was married for 43 years before his death in 1986., After growing up on the Lake Champlain farm worked by her family since the early 1800s, Ula attended Albany State Teachers College and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Maki, Theresa

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        MAKI, Theresa Age 71, of Van Etten, NY, went home to be with the Lord on October 6, 2008. Theresa is survived by her loving husband of over 50 years, Fred Maki Sr; her children, Fred (Lynn) Maki, Jr., Deborah Russell, Jhan (Deanna) Maki and Pamela (Bradley) Thomas. A resident of Van Etten, NY, Theresa was devoted to her extended family which included many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a caring, kind and compassionate person who lived her life guided by her deep faith in God. Every day, she…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Maloney Jr., Giles F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          TOLEDO, OHIO, MELBOURNE, Fla. -- Giles F. Maloney Jr., 76, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, after a long illness. Giles was born in Keeseville, N.Y., on Nov. 22, 1931, the son of the late Giles F. and Mayford (Trudeau) Maloney Sr., He graduated from Keeseville High School and served in the Army during the Korean War. He lived in Keeseville and Plattsburgh areas until 1981; and was employed by Prescotts and later Georgia Pacific. He retired from Harris Corp. in Melbourne, Fla., He is…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Manson, Stanley H. "Stan"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            may call Friday, 2-5 PM at the funeral chapel (2305 Monroe Ave.). Interment services will be held privately. Donations in memory of Stan may be directed to Allendale Columbia School, 519 Allens Creek Rd. Rochester NY 14618, or a charity of your choice. Anthony Funeral & Cremation Chapels 2305 Monroe Ave. 244-0770

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Marie E. Clark

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Marie E. Clark, 86 of, Port St. Lucie, FL, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2008, in, Stuart, FL. She was born in Watkins Glen, NY, the daughter of the late William and Irene (Maloney) Tillman She enjoyed playing cards, bingo, and being around friends and family.  Marie was a member of the. Beautiful Waters Ladies Club of Florida, was a hospital volunteer, and was a member of the Corning Hospital Chapter O.  She was a sales associate for Sears Roebuck. Marie is survived by two daughters: Patricia Smith of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Marinaccio, Margaret C. (Iozzia)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                MARINACCIO - Margaret C. (nee Iozzia)October 4, 2008; beloved wife of the late Michael Marinaccio; devoted mother of Esther (William) Alessi, Louis Marinaccio and Michele (Frank) DiLeo; loving grandmother of Michael Russell (Arcadia) DiLeo, Frank (Jodi) DiLeo, Jr. and Jennifer DiLeo; great-grandmother of Spencer and Gabriel DiLeo; dear sister of the late Nelson Iozzia; sister-in-law of Carmela Iozzia, Lucille Emmi and Rachel Marinaccio. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Marshall, Homer B. "H.B."

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Martin, William G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2008, at Upper Lisle Cemetery at 1 p.m. Arrangements are by Nichols Funeral Home, Whitney Point, New York.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Martino, Ellen Barbara

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      ONEONTA _ Ellen Barbara (nee Romanowski) Martino, R.N., Feb. 20, 1947 (Brunsbittelkoog, Germany)-Oct. 8, 2008 (Oneonta). Ellen took the hand of her Lord while surviving colon cancer. Her life reflected a sustaining faith, an eternal love for her family and friends, a commitment to those suffering with mental and physical illnesses, and a joy of nature, music, auctions and pets. Survivors include Joseph Martino Jr., beloved husband of 34 years; Jennifer Ann Martino, blessed daughter; Inge (Werner) Baker,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Marvin O. Pinkston Sr.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        DENVER, CO | PINKSTON SR, MARVIN O. of Denver, passed away at his home on Sunday 9/28/08.  Born in Corning, NY on 11/14/1921, he served in the 10th Mtn Division, 85th regiment, and took part in the Allied Victory in Northern Italy in WWII.  Survived by his 3 children Melissa Diven Williams, Marvin Olcott Pinkston, Jr, Marianne Fell Pinkston; and his 2 grandsons Benjamin Rhys Williams and Owen Douglas Williams.  Preceded in death by his parents Natalie Olcott Pinkston and Dr. James Conyers Pinkston, his…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Marvin, Catherine "Katy"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          are welcome to call at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Rd., Fairport, Egypt Location TODAY 4-7. Funeral Mass Friday 10 AM at St. Patrick's Church, Macedon. Interment Macedon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Sisters of Mercy, 1437 Blossom Rd., Rochester, NY 14610.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Masters, Raymond E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            PLATTSBURGH -- Raymond E. Masters, 79, of Macey Lane, died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at Meadowbrook Healthcare Facility., He was born in Whittier, Calif., on Dec. 2, 1928, the son of Edward and Florence (Dysart) Marty., Mr. Masters was a Navy Veteran serving during World War II., Raymond married Walma T. Thibault on May 26, 1967, in Las Vegas, Nev., Mr. Masters was a firefighter for the Los Angeles County Fire Department for 26Ã?½ years, retiring Dec. 17, 1981., Raymond was a member of St. Joseph's…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Meegan, Daniel J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              DANIEL J. MEEGAN, 83, of Water Edge, Keeseville, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at the Meadowbrook Healthcare., He was born in Burlington, Vt., Sept. 27, 1925, the son of Daniel J. Sr. and Edith (Sumner) Meegan., There will be no public calling hours. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, at St. John's Church in Keeseville with Monsignor Leeward J. Poissant, pastor, celebrating. Committal prayers, military honors and burial will follow in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery.,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Meegan, Daniel J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                KEESEVILLE -- Daniel J. Meegan, 83, of Water Edge, Keeseville, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at the Meadowbrook Healthcare Facility., He was born in Burlington, Vt., Sept. 27, 1925, the son of Daniel J. Sr. and Edith (Sumner) Meegan. His early years were spent in the Burlington area. After high school he served in the U.S. Navy during World War II from 1942 until his honorable discharge in 1946. Upon his return to Burlington he enrolled in college. He graduated from the University of Vermont in 1950 with a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Meissner, Erikanette Cruz

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Melograne, Anna M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Mendoza, Carmen V.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      will be from 5-9 p.m. on Friday, October 10, at Quigley Bros. Funeral Home, 337 Hudson St. Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY 12520. A Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 11, at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church of Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven, Valhalla NY. Arrangements under the direction of Kevin Quigley of Quigley Bros. F/H Inc. To send condolence or directions visit www.quigleybros.com or 845-534-9424.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Mennig, Ida M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        3 p.m. Friday, Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, Inc., 260 Main St., Oneida. Interment: Stockbridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home, 1 to 3 p.m., Friday.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Miller, Jeffrey Mark

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Jeffrey Mark Miller of Vestal Jeffrey Mark Miller, 26, of Vestal, went home to be with the Lord October 1, 2008, in Orlando, Florida, after a courageous battle with cancer. Jeffrey was a beloved husband, son, brother, grandson, and friend. He was an Information Technology Specialist with The Jesus Film Project at Campus Crusade for Christ in Orlando. Jeffrey had a great strength of character, a zest for life, and inspired many with his strong faith in God. He was loved by many and will be missed by all. He…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Miller, Mary Rita

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Miller, Robert E. "Bob"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              will be conducted Saturday, October 11, 2008, at 8:45 a.m. at the James V. DeMarco &Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St., Port Dickinson, N.Y. and continue at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary of the Assumption Church where a Funeral Mass will be offered. Entombment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to call at the DeMarco &Son Funeral Home on Friday from 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions in Bob's memory to Lourdes Hospice, 4102 Old Vestal Rd.,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Mills, Ann Marie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Ann Marie Mills formerly of Endicott Ann Marie Mills, 79, formerly of Endicott, went to be with the Lord Monday, October 6, 2008. She was predeceased by her parents, Dominick and Candita George; her sister, Philomena Hartman; her brothers, Ermond and Sam George; her stepsisters, Mary Marini and Pauline Palo. She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Kenneth T. Mills; four children, Christopher (Mary) Mills, Kathleen Dingman, Debra Knowles, Lisa (Mark) Leach; 12 grandchildren, eight…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Miner, Edward Dennis "Butch"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Friday, 2 p.m. at Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc. Interment: Onondaga Veterans Cemetery. Friends may call Friday from noon to 2 p.m.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Mooney, Beatrice J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Beatrice J. Mooney of Binghamton Beatrice J. Mooney, 78, of Binghamton, died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, October 5, 2008. Beatrice, also known as "Nonni" and "Mandy" by those who knew and loved her, left this Earth to join her beloved husband on the day of their 60th wedding anniversary. She was met at Heaven's Gate by her husband, John F. Mooney; her mother, Mildred Smith; her brothers, James and Richard Smith; and her sister, Jane Buys. She is…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Moore, Paul D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    MOORE - Paul D. Of Angola, NY, October 7, 2008. Loving husband of Donna (Meidel) Moore; dearest father of Veronica (Jason) Barrington, Vanessa (Ken Malik) Moore, Larry (Kelly), Douglas (Maria), Cindy Correa, Lynn (Tom) Giammaresi and the late Brenda and Kathleen; grandfather of Vianna, Zachary, Vivianna, Johnny, Margie, Christopher, Maria, Jeffrey, Sammy, Lawrence, Cheri and Thomas Jr.; also survived by three great-grandchildren; son of the late Arthur and Vera Moore; brother of Mervyn (Donna), Muriel and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Moriarty, Karen Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      MORIARTY - Karen Ann October 6, 2008. Dear mother of Colleen Knapp (Michael), Christopher and the late Timothy Stout; grandmother of Calder Knapp; daughter of Helen Marie and the late Jeremiah J. Moriarty; sister of the Hon. Jeremiah J. III, Mary Ellen, Daniel J. (Marylu) and the late Thomas J. Moriarty. Friends may call Thursday only 4-7 PM at the DENGLER &ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 2070 Eggert Rd., Amherst (between N. Bailey and Niagara Falls Blvd.). A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Friday…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Moriarty, Mark A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        October 7, 2008 Mark A. Moriarty, 54, of Syracuse, died on Tuesday in Syracuse. He was a graduate of OCC and had formerly worked at Syracuse Stage. Mark was a Yankees fan, played softball, and had a good sense of humor. Mark said he had a great life and had enjoyed sunrises and sunsets on both coasts. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Anne Moriarty, and brothers-in-law, Bill McGrath and Bill Heneghan, DDS. He is survived by his brother, Jack (Moira); sisters, Patricia "Pam" (Robert Haas)…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Morison, Amanda (Papke)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Morreale, Dr. Baldassare Demarlo "Ben"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            DR. BALDASSARE "BEN" DEMARLO MORREALE, 84, formerly of Marcy Lane, Plattsburgh, died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at the Clinton County Nursing Home., He was born in Manhattan, N.Y., on April 10, 1924, the son of Marco and Theresa Morreale., Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the R.W. Walker Funeral Home, Inc., 69 Court St., Plattsburgh.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Mr. David C. Wheeler

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Mr. David C. Wheeler, 53, of Middleville, passed away on Oct. 4, 2008, in the St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica, suddenly from a heart attack. David was born on Jan. 15, 1955, in Ilion, the son of Robert and Barbara Woodword Wheeler. He was a graduate of West Canada Valley High School and SUNY-Morrisville. Following his graduation, David continued his education receiving his LPN. He was employed with The Youth Empowerment Project, Utica. David enjoyed writing and everything that had to do with the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Munson, Howard G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                October 5, 2008 Judge Munson was born in Claremont, NH on July 26, 1924 to Helena Leona O'Halloran and Walter Norris Mun- son. He graduated from Beacon (NY) High School at the age of 16 in 1939, attended the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and after his freshmen year was deployed to the European theater with the US Army's 79th Division. He joined in the Normandy Invasion where he was wounded and rejoined his Division to march through France, Holland, Belgium, and into Germany and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Nabozny, Cecelia G. (Wanat)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  will be present Saturday 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Urban-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 3645 Genesee St. (2 blocks east of Union Rd.) where Funeral Services will follow at 8:00 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, donations may be made to Hospice Buffalo Inc. Online register at www.AMIGONE.com.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Nauta, Carol Jean

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    will be held at Harmony Baptist Church, 1790 Rt. 211 East in Middletown from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, October 9 (tonight). A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 10, at Harmony Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, because Carol spent her life supporting and encouraging mission work, her family has requested memorial contributions in her name to be made to Harmony Christian School for the Carol Nauta Scholarship Fund, 1790 Rt. 211 East, Middletown, NY 10940 or…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Nelson, Charlotte Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Nelson, Charlotte Ann Webster: October 6, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her parents, Homer and Margaret Swann; brother, Capt. Curtis Swann. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Randall; son, Dr. Ryan (Carrie) Nelson; daughter, Lindsay Nelson (Fiancée, Christopher Kidder); granddaughter, Avery Charlotte Nelson. In addition to being a loving and dedicated wife and mother, Charlotte was an active volunteer with many organizations in the community including the Webster School…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Newman, Suzanne M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        October 6, 2008 Suzanne M. Newman, 46, of Endicott, formerly of Sherburne, died unexpectedly on Monday. Funeral Mass: 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Malachy's Church, Sherburne. Visitation: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, 10 South Main Street, Sherburne.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Newman, Suzanne M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          are invited to call at the Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, 10 South Main St., Sherburne, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Sherburne Emergency Squad, Sherburne, NY 13460 or to the S-E Athletic Boosters, care of S-E High School, School Street, Sherburne, NY 13460. Arrangements by Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Homes, Inc.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Noe, Lore

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            will be on Friday, October 10, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the David T. Ferguson Funeral Home, 20 North St., Washingtonville, NY. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 11, at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements under the care of Thomas A. Murray of the David T. Ferguson Funeral Home, 845-496-9106.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Osgood, Helen Virginia

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              October 8, 2008 Helen Virginia Osgood, 86, of Syracuse, died Wednesday at the Nottingham Nursing Facility. Helen was born in Watertown, NY, and lived most of her life in Syracuse. She graduated from Syracuse University with a degree in Home Economics. She retired from the Syracuse City School District as a home economics teacher in 1976. She had many interests including local history, nature, travel and Braille transcription. She served on the board of Webster's Pond in the Valley and transcribed many…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Paluck, Dorothy M. (Lewis)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                PALUCK, Dorothy M. (Lewis) Of Elmira Heights, NY. Beloved wife, mother and grandma, age 85, passed away at home surrounded by "her girls", Mary Helene, Annie and Mary Ellen. Born in Mayfield, PA, she was predeceased by her parents, Thomas and Mary (Kilgannon) Lewis; siblings, Charles, Thomas, Edward and (twin) Irene Lewis Nolan. She is survived by her loving husband, Ben, with whom she shared 58 years of marriage. She leaves behind two daughters, Mary Helene (Mark) Missert (who were her…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Pamela J. Wheaton

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Pamela J. Wheaton of 57 Greenwich St. passed away Saturday (Oct. 4, 2008) at Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville. She was born May 20, 1959, in Wellsville, to Robert and Patricia (Knox) Wheaton. Pam was a lifelong resident of Belmont and graduated from both Belmont Central School and Olean Business Institute (OBI). She was a dedicated 27-year employee of Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville. Pam served for over 20 years as an active member of the Amity Rescue Squad and recently was its secretary. She was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Panzarella, Cosimo S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Patnode, Yvonne M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      YVONNE M. PATNODE, 77, of the Franklin County Nursing Home and formerly of 77 Catherine St., Malone, N.Y., died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at the Alice Hyde Medical Center in Malone., She was born in Malone, July 29, 1931, the daughter of the late Amos and Myrtle (Brady) Yando., There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday at 10 a.m. at Notre Dame Church in Malone. Burial will be in the parish cemetery., Arrangements are through the Bruso-Desnoyers Funeral Service, Inc. in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Peacock, Donald Allan

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Peoples, Pearl E.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Pickney, Dorothy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Dorothy Pickney of Binghamton, N.Y. Dorothy Pickney, age 89, of Binghamton, passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 7, 2008. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, James Pickney; six sisters, and one brother. She is survived by one brother, Charles Whetsell; several nieces and nephews. She loved them all, especially her godchild, Laura Murphy, Georgia. She spent her life caring for others. On May 2, 1947, Dorothy joined the U.S. Army to care for the wounded GI's. She was stationed at Mayo General…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Pike, William G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  ELLENBURG CENTER -- William G. Pike, 72, of Glenns Way, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center., He was born in Ogdensburg, N.Y., on May 10, 1936, the son of Raymond and Cecilia (Briere) Pike., William retired from American Aggregates in Columbus, Ohio, where he worked as production manager., Survivors include four daughters, Brenda Lee and her husband, Thomas of Pottersville, Linda Frank and her husband, John of Groveport, Ohio, Karen Murphy and her husband, William of Wingdale and Ellen…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Powell, Michael B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    POWELL, Michael B. - Loved and missed. Please watch over Heather for us.BEV, RON, HEATHER,STEPHANIE AND WILLIAM,

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Ragonese, Louis C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      October 7, 2008 Louis C. Ragonese, 86, of Liverpool, passed away Tuesday, with his children by his side. He was born in Syr- acuse, was a member of First Christian Assembly Church and worked for General Electric in Liverpool for over 30 years when he retired. He was predeceased by his wife, Joanna Raiti Ragonese in 2006; sisters, Lena Frisina, Gertrude Fortino; brothers, Charles Ragonese, Joseph Ragonese, Frank Ragonese. Surviving are his daughter, Maria (Donald) Cerio of North Syracuse; son, Anthony…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Rhein Jr., Anthony J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        New Windsor, NY Anthony J. Rhein, Jr., 39, of New Windsor, died Friday, October 3, 2008 in New Windsor. Anthony was born October 16, 1968 in Port Jervis, NY, the son of the late Anthony J. Rhein, Sr. and Louise VanCourt. He was employed by Orlando Noriega Paving in Port Jervis, NY as a Laborer. He is survived by his mother, Louise M. VanCourt of Rome, NY; paternal grandmother, Mary Rhein of Goshen, NY; brothers, Daniel Rhein of Pine Bush, James Rhein of Middletown, George Rhein of Middletown and Joseph…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Romanczyk, Julia (Kanuik)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Ross, Bennie A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Bennie A. Ross of Willet Bennie A. Ross, of Carr Road, Willet, New York, of 45 years, died at the New York State Veterans Home of Oxford on Wednesday, October 8, 2008. He is predeceased by his parents, Floyd (Clairice) Ross; two brothers, Lester, Charles; two sisters, Bernice and Alma. He is survived by four brothers, Carl, Floyd, Duane, Franklin; and two sisters, Ada, June; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Bennie was a former construction worker and farmer. He also had a love for horses and was a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Ruggia, Domenico

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Terryville, CT Mr. Domenico Ruggia, 53, of 24 Crestview Road, Terryville, CT, died Monday, October 6, 2008, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Falls Village on Route 7 on September 21, 2008. He was the loving companion of Tina Mangieri with whom he lived. Domenico was born in Campagna, Salerno, Italy on August 29, 1955, son of Giuseppa (Rusciano) Ruggia of Mt. Laurel, NJ and the late Attilio Ruggia. He moved to Philadelphia from Italy on September 21, 1970. He earned a Bachelor of Science…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Ryan, James P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  RYAN - James P. Died September 6, 2008. Memorial services will be conducted at Como Park Gazebo, 1985 Como Park Boulevard, Lancaster, NY, at 12:00 noon October 11. Casual attire.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Rydlewski, Alfred R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    RYDLEWSKI - Alfred R. Of Tonawanda Twp., October 8, 2008; loving husband of Eleanor Frankowski Rydlewski; devoted father of Marilyn (Joseph) Knihinicki and Kathleen (Neal) Lewis; also survived by four grandchildren. Friends may call at the D. LAWRENCE GINNANE FUNERAL HOME, 3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. All are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial from St. Andrews R.C. Church, 1525 Sheridan Dr., Kenmore, Saturday at 9:15 AM. Please assemble at Church. Entombment Mt. Calvary Cemetery.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Schafer, Charles V.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      NEW KINGSTON _ Charles Van Kirk Schafer, 83, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008. He was cared for at home by his loving family, and with the help of the Catskill Area Hospice. He was born in Fairfield, N.J., on May 2, 1925, and was predeceased by his mother, Maud A. Schafer and by his father, Frederick P. Schafer. He served in the United States Army Infantry during World War II, in the South Pacific from 1943 to 1946. He was awarded the Bronze Star, and was a member of the American…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Schmitz, Marie M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Schulz, Steven P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Scott, Emma L. "Nan"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services honoring her life will be held there on Thursday, October 9, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. The Reverend William Wells will celebrate Emma's service. Interment will follow in the Woodlawn Cemetery. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for her family in obituaries at www.olthof.com Lodge Notice Members of the Order of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Seliger, Betty (Gruber)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              SELIGER, Betty (Gruber)-Happy 60th Anniversary, Hon. I miss you.LOVE ALWAYS BURT,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Semder, Catherine

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Sherman, Pauline (Denkenberger)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  SHERMAN, Pauline (Denkenberger) Passed from this life on October 6, 2008, while a resident of Elcor Health Services Colonial Ridge North. Mrs. Sherman was born June 10, 1929 on East Hill in the Town of Elmira to Ludwig F. and Olive M. (Benson) Denkenberger. While she was an infant, the family moved to Cuyler, NY, where she was raised, attending school in neighboring DeRuyter. Pauline moved to the Village of Horseheads in 1948 when she married Ronald J. Sherman on September 19th. For several years they…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Shoniker, Anne B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    may call Thursday 2-8 at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Road (between English & Latta). Funeral Mass, 9:30 Friday at Holy Cross Church. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the United Cerebral Palsy Assoc. of Rochester Preschool Program. www.farrellryanfuneralhomes.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Smeeding, Marjorie H. (Thompson)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      SMEEDING - Marjorie H. (Thompson) October 5, 2008, wife of the late Edwin C. Smeeding Jr.; mother of Timothy M., James E. (Anne Van Kleeck), Thomas G. (Diane), John A. (Debby) and Margaret Kilga; grandmother of Ryan, Erin, Lauren, Patrick, Nicholas, Joseph, Madeline and Zackary; great-grandmother of Mariah; sister of Ruth (late Richard) Auer; special relative of Mary Ann Laubacher. Friends may call Wednesday 7-9 and Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the (West Seneca Chapel) THOMAS H. McCARTHY FUNERAL HOME, 250…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Smith, Duane D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        SMITH - Duane D. October 7, 2008, of East Otto N.Y. Husband of Ruth E. Smith (nee Hess); father of Douglas D. (Jennifer) Smith, Tracy E. Smith and Teresa A. Smith; grandfather of Isaac, Noah and Jesse Smith; brother of Neil (late Barbara) Smith, Rebecca Smith and Margaret (Robert) Bowen. Friends may call Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the SMITH-WEISMANTEL FUNERAL HOME INC., 271 E. Main St., Springville, where funeral services will be held Friday morning at 10 AM.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Smith, Helen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Helen (Feldmeyer) Smith, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2008, in Camden Care Center, Minneapolis, MN. She was 88.She was born in Niagara Falls, NY on November 8, 1919, a daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Leuzinger) Feldmeyer. She attended area schools and was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. Mrs. Smith was employed by E.I. DuPont, the United Way and the Niagara Gazette. She retired from Niagara County Community College as an administrative secretary in 1984.She was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Smith, Howard A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            may call at the James R. Gray Funeral Home ,1530 Buffalo Rd. @ Howard Friday 1-4pm. Graveside Service Saturday 10am in White Haven Memorial Park (Please meet @ front gate).

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Snyder, Judith Ellen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              October 1, 2008 Judith Ellen Snyder, 57, of Miami FL, formerly of Cazenovia, died October 1, 2008, at her home. Born in Syracuse she had lived in Cazenovia until 1978. She was a 1969 graduate of Cazenovia High School and a graduate of Morrisville College and Miami University. She was a very giving and caring person devoting her life as a registered nurse to the infirmed. She is predeceased by her father, Franklin Snyder. Surviving are her mother, Frances Snyder of Cazenovia; her sisters, Linda Snyder of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Spacafora, Susan

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                will be held on Thursday, October 9, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Gridley-Horan Funeral Home, 39 Orchard St., Walden, NY A Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, October 10, at the Church of the Assumption, Maybrook. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery, Brooklyn. Arrangements were by the Gridley-Horan Funeral Home, Inc., 845-778-3811.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Spadafora, Susan

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Maybrook, NY Susan Spadafora, a homemaker of Maybrook, NY, died Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at Montgomery Nursing Home, Montgomery. She was 89 years old.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Spano, Josephine (Rossitto)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    SPANO - Josephine (Rossitto)October 6, 2008; wife of the late Anthony Spano; devoted mother of Karen (Bruce) Hoch, Vincent (Misty) Spano, Dominic J. Spano; loving grandmother of Anthony, Joelle, Marissa, Kristen, Vincent, Charlie and Bruce; fond great-grandmother of Jason, Jade, Jesse James; daughter of the late Dominic and Sarah (nee Noto) Rossitto; daughter-in-law of the late Vincent and Angelina (Sagliabene) Spano; dear sister of Santa (Mike) Valenti and the late Vincent (Pauline), John (Linda), Carmen…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Strzelczyk, Ellen B. (McElligott)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    STRZELCZYK - Ellen B. (nee McElligott)October 8, 2008. Wife of the late Henry Hank Steele; dear mother of Donna (Richard) Page, Stephen (Holly, late Lucia), Barbara McCabe and Thomas (Donna) Strzelczyk; loving grandmother of Nickol, Dana, Cara (Jason), Richard, Adam, Danielle and great-grandson Baron; sister of David McGoldrick, Robert (Louise), Donald (Annette) and the late John, Richard (Pat) McElligott and Janet Helta; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services from the PACER FUNERAL HOME,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Taylor, Robert F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Thompson, Gladys E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        may call at the Bookhout Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oneonta from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, at which time the family will be in attendance. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Christopher Ellis, pastor of Mount Vision Bible Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will follow in the Mount Vision Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Gladys' memory to Meals on Wheels, care of Office for the Aging, 403 Chestnut St., Oneonta, NY 13820 or to the Catskill Area…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Trautman, Rosemary (Klemann)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Trombley, Gordon E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            TROMBLEY - Gordon E. October 7, 2008, beloved husband of 65 years to Eleanor M. (nee Spoth) Trombley; dear father of Gloria Jean (John) Moulin, Carol A. (James) Beiter, Gary E., Judy A. (Robert) Shemming and Kathleen M. (Theodore) Donner; grandfather of 15 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren; brother of the late Vincent and late Norman Trombley; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Thursday 2-4:30 PM and 7-9 PM at the DENGLER &ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Trotta, Rose Marie (Gionta)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Trotta, Rose Marie (Gionta) Ogden: October 7, 2008. Has peacefully went home to be with the Lord and her husband Alfred, son Alfred, brother Frank and sister Dorothy. She will be sadly missed by her loving children, Kathy Trotta, Joan (Jeff) Cline, Elaine (Mike) Wollschleger, Paula (John) Collins, Stephen (Jonie) Trotta, Mary Jo (Kevin) Spinosa; grandchildren Mike, Justin (April) Trotta, Jennifer, Jill Bauersmith, Diana (Peter) Hendrick, Scott (Christie), Alicia Wollschleger, Shaun, Erin, Kaitlyn Collins,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Trovata Sr., Joseph Anthony

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                will be conducted Friday, October 10, 2008, at 8:45 a.m. at the James V. DeMarco &Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St., Port Dickinson, N.Y. and continue at 9:30 a.m. in St. Mary of the Assumption Church where a Funeral Mass will be offered. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to call at the DeMarco &Son Funeral Home on Thursday from 4-7 p.m.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Truesdail, George M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  will be held on Friday, October 10, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. at the Greater Valley Assembly of God, 200 W. Lockhart St., Sayre, Pa., with his Pastor, Rev. Chris Gray, officiating. Burial will be in the Tioga Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 4 to 7 p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in George M. Truesdail's memory to the Greater Valley Assembly of God - Building Fund, 200 W. Lockhart St., Sayre, Pa. 18840. Arrangements are by the Estey,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Twardoski, Margaret Joan

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    and family may call on Friday, October 10th from 2-4 and 7-9 at the Hamilton and Clark Funeral Home, 270 Young St, Wilson, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, October 11, 2008, 10:00 AM at Immaculate Conception RC Church, 4671 Townline Rd., Ransomville, NY, followed by burial at North Ridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Margaret’s name to Niagara Hospice, Inc., 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094.Visit www.legacy.com/lockportjournal for on-line guest…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      William O. “Bill” Steenbergh, 73, of North Arlington Avenue, Gloversville, died Monday, October 6, 2008 at home.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • VERNON R. LENT

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Vernon R. Lent, 93, passed away Tuesday morning (Oct. 7, 2008) at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Mt. Morris where he had been a resident for the past few months. He was born in Scottsburg on April 10, 1915, a son of the late Harry and Mary (Old) Lent. He was also predeceased by a son, William Lent in 2006 and a brother, Wilbur Lent. On June 7, 1937, he was married to Catherine Williamson Lent, who survives. Vernon graduated from Dansville High School in 1933. Vernon and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Vaughan-Lindsey, Mary

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          and herself. She developed a fervent interest in child development that led to her involvement, at a local leadership level, in such activities as the La Leche League and the Christian Family Movement. This interest became a lifetime avocation that culminated in the publication in 2006, of her book Sexual Beginnings A Blueprint for Life, a com bination of scientific work on child development and policy prescriptions to foster improved child-rearing. Her professional work as a counselor included work at…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • WAYNE D. TOBIAS

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Wayne D. Tobias, 70, of Casey Lane, died Monday (Oct. 6, 2008) in Bath. He was born in Hornell, March 2, 1938, the son of Merle and Belldean Eves Tobias. He was a driver for Bud’s Taxi Company in Bath. He was a member of the Charles E. Wescott American Legion Post 173 in Bath and a Veteran of the Army Reserves. He is survived by eight children, Cheryl Button of N.C., Kelly (Bill) Stonge of North Carolina, Butch Tobias of Bath, Rowland Tobias of Tennessee, John Tobias of Hornell, Robert Tobias of Avoca,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Wadin, Keith Edward

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Keith Edward Wadin of Vestal Keith Edward Wadin, 82, of Vestal, went to be with his Lord, Monday, October 6, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Alyce L. Wadin; his children, Edward K. Wadin, N. Tonawanda, N.Y., Gail L. Wadin and Thomas Conlon, Johnson City; two grandsons, Aaron E. and Sheryl Wadin and their daughter, Nathalie Anne, Jamestown, N.Y., Adam M. and Crystal Wadin, Albuquerque, N.Mex. and their mother, Deborah, Randolph, N.Y.; a sister-in-law and her husband, Phyllis and Stan Pylipow,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Wargo, Mary A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                for Mary A. Wargo will be held Thursday, October 9, at 9:00 a.m. at the Sedlock Funeral Home, Inc., 161 Clinton St., and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Cyril's Church where a Funeral Mass will be offered. Burial will be in Slovak Catholic Cemetery. The family requests that those wishing may make memorial contributions in her name to St. Cyril's Repair My Church Fund.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Way, Alfred H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  are invited to attend a Memorial Service Saturday at 2:00 PM at Union Congregational UCC, 14 North Main Street, Churchville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Union Congregational UCC, Lakeside Beikirch Care Center or to Lifetime Care Hospice in his memory. www.walkerbrothersfh.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Wayne D. Tobias

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Wayne D. Tobias, age 70, of Casey Lane, Bath, NY, died Monday October 6, 2008.  He was born in Hornell, NY,  March 2, 1938, the son of Merle and Belldean Eves Tobias. He was a Driver for Bud’s Taxi Company in Bath, NY.  He was a member of the Charles E. Wescott American Legion Post 173 in Bath and a Veteran of the Army Reserves. He is survived by eight children, Cheryl Button of NC,  Kelly (Bill) Stonge of NC, Butch Tobias of Bath, Rowland Tobias of TN, John Tobias of Hornell, Robert Tobias of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Webber, Donald H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Donald H. Webber formerly of Newark Valley, N.Y. Immortality, then shall be brought to pass..., I Corinthians 15:54 But thanks be to God, who giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. I Corinthians 15:57 Donald's family will receive their friends at the First Baptist Church of Maine, located at 16 Church St., on Thursday from 5 until 8 p.m. A funeral service and celebration of his life will be held there at 11 a.m. on Friday with Pastor Loren Winn and Pastor Paul Williams officiating.…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Weiss, Frank L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          will receive friends at the C. MERTZ AND SON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 911 Englewood Ave. Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held Saturday at 12:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Foundation of WNY or Niagara Hospice Inc. Frank was a World War II veteran and a long time member of Local 41 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • White, Margaret (Peggy)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Fishkill, NY Margaret (Peggy) White, 92 years old, died peacefully October 3, 2008 at Elant at Fishkill. Peggy was born in Yonkers, NY, October 19, 1915, the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Greytak Galocy. Peggy married Alton DuBois White on January 1, 1935. He predeceased her on June 26, 1978. She worked as a Medical Executive Secretary at the Hopewell Medical Group. She was a member of The First Reformed Church of Fishkill, NY. She was also a member of Wiccopee/Mt. Hope Grange, and a member of the…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Williams, Rachel D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Williams, Rachel D. Pittsford: A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, October 12th at 2:00 PM at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford, where a reception will immediately follow. Ref: ZORNOW-HEDGES FUNERAL HOME

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Williams, Richard C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Forestburgh, NY Richard C. Williams, a lifetime Sullivan County resident, passed away on Sunday October 5, 2008 at Albert Einstein Medical Center in the Bronx. He was 68. The son of the late Harry and Muriel Baum Williams, he was born on October 9, 1939 in Jeffersonville, NY. Richard was the retired owner-operator of R & M Feed Store in Monticello and was previously employed at Inter-County Coop in Woodridge in both the feed and plastics division. He was a member of Liberty Lodge #521 F&AMwhere he…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Wilson, Robert

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Robert Wilson April 16, 1932- Sept. 9, 2008 Ruth Wilson Nov. 17, 1933- Feb. 9, 2001 MILFORD _ There will be an interment service for Robert (Bob) Wilson, who passed away Sept. 9, 2008, and for Ruth Wilson, who passed away Feb. 9, 2001, at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, in the Milford Center Cemetery. Bob and Ruth grew up in the Milford area, and were married there in 1953. Bob's military career took them and their three sons around the world before settling in Cheyenne, Wyo., where they retired.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Winchester, Quentin Victor

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Winchester, Quentin Victor Tavares: Age 89, passed away on October 6, 2008. He was born in Middlebury, NY and moved to Tavares in 1987 from NY. He retired after working for 36 years at the Frontier Telephone Company. He was a Baptist, and a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WWII, he was stationed in the Middle East and CBI. He loved dancing, photography and gardening. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth of Tavares; several nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Dorothy Winchester of Niagra Falls,…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      will receive friends at the C. MERTZ AND SON FUNERAL HOME INC., 911 Englewood Ave., Friday 4-8 PM, where Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 9 AM and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Baptist Church (Englewood Ave.) at 9:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to AROCC, Association for Research of Childhood Cancer, PO Box 251, Buffalo, NY 14225.,

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Friday, October 10, 2008, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services honoring his life will follow the visitation at 7 p.m. The Rev. Betty Bement will celebrate "Woody's" services. Interment will take place Saturday, October 11, 2008, at 9:00 a.m. in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery, where Rev. Bement will offer committal prayers and the Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad will accord Mr.…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Linda Ann Woods, beloved mother of Cindi and Jason Tysick, went home to the Lord on October 7, 2008. She worked at American Brass for 31 years.In addition to her two children, she is also survived by her granddaughter, Mara; her mother, Dorothy Woods; her two brothers, David and Ronald; her sister-in-law, Andrea Woods; nieces, nephews and many friends. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 11, 2008 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 265 Falconer St., North Tonawanda at 10:30 AM, followed by brunch at…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            WRIGHT, Doris Age 91, of Peach Orchard Point, Hector, NY, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2008, at Schuyler Hospital, Montour Falls, NY. A memorial service in her memory will be held at the Hector Presbyterian Church, Hector, NY at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 19, 2008. The Reverend Thomas Montgomery will officiate; followed by interment at Hector Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Doris was predeceased by her husband, Clair Wright, in 1958; and her sister, Mary Mohr, in 1988. She is survived by cousin, Dr.…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              WYZYKIEWICZ, Tessie - Your passing away four years ago made life very different and we are thankful to have spent a lot of years together. You are sadly missed.Love, HUSBAND CHET, CHILDREN, GRANDCHILDREN AND GREAT-GRANCHILDREN,

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                WESLEY C. ZEH, 70, of North AuSable Street, Keeseville, died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at his residence., He was born in Peoria, Ill., Jan. 4, 1938, the son of Calvin and Velma (Simmons) Zeh., Services will be private and at the convenience of the family., Arrangements are in the care of the Hamilton Funeral Home, 124 Clinton St., Keeseville. To light an online candle and offer condolences please visit www.hamiltonfuneralhome.com., Associated Press content ©2007. All rights reserved. AP content may not be…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Zwitzer, Richard D. Terrell NC: On Saturday, October 11, 2008 from 3-5 PM a Celebration of the Life of Richard Zwitzer will be held at Canandaigua Yacht Club, West Lake Road, Canandaigua.

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