Friday, October 10, 2008

New York Obituaries 10/10/08

  • 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, Mary A.

      will be held Saturday 9 a.m. from the Allen Memorial Home, Inc., 511-513 E. Main St., Endicott and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Ambrose Church where a Funeral Mass will be offered. Burial will be in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endicott. The family will receive friends at the Memorial Home, Friday 5-7 p.m. Expressions of sympathy in Mary's memory may be made to the Animal Care Council, 131 Washington Ave., Endicott, N.Y. 13760 or to the pet charity of one's choice.

      • Aline, Marjorie

        • Alve, George W.

          ALVE, George W. Age 85, of Spencer, died Thursday, October 09, 2008, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. He was born in Newfield, NY, April 19, 1923, the son of the late Ripert and Vera (Westerlund) Alve. George is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Jean Seely Alve; two sons, Carl (Glenda) Alve, Spencer, and David Alve, Plano, TX; three grandchildren, Hilary (Shane) Zavaski, Spencer, Seth (Merrit) Alve, Richardson, TX, Chelsey Alve, Dallas, TX; five great-grandchildren, Danielle, Alex, Zoe, Ki,…

          • 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…

            • Aufmuth, Jane M.

              may call at the Connell, Dow & Deysenroth Funeral Home on Chestnut Street in Cooperstown from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday afternoon, Oct. 12, 2008, when the family will be in attendance. Expressions of sympathy in the form of memorial gifts may be made to the , 13 Beech St., Johnson City, NY 13790. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Connell, Dow & Deysenroth Funeral Home in Cooperstown.

              • 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…

                • Bahr, Anna Marie

                  BAHR, Anna Marie Age 91, of Elmira Heights, NY, went to be with our Lord Jesus on October 8, 2008 at Bethany Manor, Horseheads, NY. Arrangements, which have been entrusted, to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., are incomplete at this time.

                  • Bandemer, Herbert L.

                    Amico, Linda &Richard See: Pfeffer, Edwin G.

                    • 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.

                      • Barry, Judy Mayer

                        October 9, 2008 Judy Mayer Barry, 85, of Camillus, died Thursday at home. Born in Syracuse, she moved to Camillus in 1955. Judy was employed with The Cherry House in the village of Camillus. She was a communicant of Holy Family Church and St. Joseph's Church. Judy's husband, Vincent, died in 2004. Surviving are her son, Maj. John "Rusty" (Kathy), USAF ret., of Huntington Beach, CA; daughter, Judy (Kevin) Rech of Camillus; grandchildren, Lt. Col. Stephen Barry USAF, Julie Siler, Pamela…

                        • 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.

                            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…

                            • 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…

                              • 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.,

                                  • Berry, Elinor R.

                                    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…

                                    • Blanchard, Gertrude L.

                                      are invited to attend a Memorial Service, Sunday, Oct. 12th at 2 o'clock at the First Baptist Church of Brockport. After which the family will greet friends at a Memorial Reception in Shannon Hall of the Church. Private Interment, Scott Valley Cemetery, Scott PA. Those wishing may contribute to her Church Memorial Fund. Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home Inc

                                      • 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,

                                          • 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…

                                            • Boyle, John J.

                                              • 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…

                                                • Brienza, Angelo C.

                                                  ANGELO C. "CHARLIE" BRIENZA, 67, died Oct. 4, 2008, at his residence., He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., April 6, 1941, the son of Michael and Mary (Rega) Brienza., There will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be held Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, at 11 a.m. at Independence Cemetery in Saranac, N.Y., Arrangements have been entrusted to the Brown Funeral Home, 29 Broad St., N.Y., Online condolences and memorial candles may be offered at www.brownfuneralhomeinc.com.

                                                  • Brown, Jeffrey Lansing Andrew

                                                    • Bruce, Lawrence Parker

                                                      may call Friday (Today) 7-9 PM and Saturday 11-1 PM with her Funeral Service to follow at 1 PM at the Alhart Funeral Home, 3068 W. Main St., Caledonia. Interment St. Agnes Cemetery, Avon. Memorials may be made to Focus on the Children, P.O. Box 31, Caledonia, NY 14423.

                                                      • 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…

                                                        • Buffa, Catherine M. (Scully)

                                                          Formerly of Milford, PA Catherine M. (Scully) Buffa, 62, of Thayer Pond Rd., died Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer. She was the wife of the late Peter Buffa, who died in 1995. Mrs. Buffa had been employed as a bank teller for many years at several banks in the Milford, PA area. She was born June 15, 1946 in New Rochelle, NY, the daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Sidman) Scully and was a graduate of Pompton Lakes High School, Pompton Lakes, NJ. She had…

                                                          • Buffolino, Maria

                                                            • Buis, Cornelius

                                                              may call Friday (Today) 4-8 P.M. at Vay-Schleich &Meeson Funeral Home, 1075 Long Pond Road . His Funeral Service will be held, Saturday, 10:00 A.M. in the Funeral Home Chapel. Interment in held at the convenience of family in Riverside Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Skating Institute of Rochester, 1 Boys Club Place, Rochester NY 14608 or to the Rochester Piano Teachers Guild, c/o Brian Preston, 158 Highland Parkway, Rochester NY 14620 in his memory. For more information, or to sign…

                                                              • Bush, Lee William

                                                                BUSH - Lee William Of Grand Island, NY, October 8, 2008; husband of the late Kimiko Bush; dearest father of Paul (Patricia) Gahagan, Ann Hammond, Amy (Frank) Giogas and the late Lee Bush; brother of John Weaver, Judy Springer, and Lois Lupperger; also survived by 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Friends may call Saturday from 2-4 and 7-8 PM at the ADDISON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 262 Main St., Angola, NY. Funeral services will follow visitation Saturday at 8:00 PM.,

                                                                • 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…

                                                                    • Calvert, Eunice Davis

                                                                      • Camarda Sr., Joseph P.

                                                                        received by the family on Thursday 6-8 PM and Friday 4-8 PM at the Brunner Funeral Home, 156 Robinson St., North Tonawanda, where services will be held on Saturday morning at 9:30, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Jude the Apostle Church, (800 Niagara Falls Blvd.) at 10:00 AM. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. On-line register book and obituary can be found at www.brunnerfuneralhome.com

                                                                        • 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.

                                                                          • Carriker, Willie J.

                                                                            will receive friends Saturday 11 AM at THOMAS T. EDWARDS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 995 Genesee St., where funeral services will follow 12 noon. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery.,

                                                                            • 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…

                                                                              • Carson, Beverley L.

                                                                                CARSON - Beverley L. Age 76, 12-31-31, September 30, 2008; survived by husband Charles E. Carson; three sons, three daughters and eight grandchildren.,

                                                                                • Carter, Patrick R.

                                                                                  UTICA, N.Y. -- Patrick R. Carter, 60, of Utica, died on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008,Ã? at Faxton-St.Luke's Healthcare., He is survived by his wife, Helena Carter; five stepchildren, Bob, Rick, Howie, Chuck and Shari; and several step grandchildren; step great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his three brothers, Wilfred Carter and his wife, Hildred, Bernard Carter and his wife, Shirley, and David Carter and his wife, Judy., He was predeceased by three sisters, Paulette, Elizabeth…

                                                                                  • Case, Rev. Francis Joseph

                                                                                    NEW BERLIN _ The Reverend Francis Joseph Case, 67, of New Berlin, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at the Crouse Irving Hospital, Syracuse. Francis was born Sept. 3, 1941, on Long Island, the son of Joseph and Julia Case. He spent his childhood in West Side of Syracuse. Francis was a 1958 graduate of Christian Brothers Academy. He continued and completed his education at St. Andrew's and St. Bernard's both in Rochester. Francis is survived by his father, Joseph Case; his stepsisters, Alexandra…

                                                                                    • Clarke, Patricia I.

                                                                                      • Collins, Dolores Easley (Borden)

                                                                                        • 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…

                                                                                          • Coschignano, Angelo M.

                                                                                            • Coughlin, Dora J.

                                                                                              October 8, 2008 Dora J. Coughlin, 84, of Phinney Rd., Hannibal, NY, died at the home of her son and daughter-in-law after a short illness. She was born in Saratoga Springs, NY, and she has been a resident of Hannibal since 1943. Mrs. Couglin was past employed with Oswego County BOCES, Mexico as a bus driver. She is survived by her four children, Charles (Martha) House of Hannibal, Michael House of Fulton, Melvin House of Volney and Mary Jane Rivera of Volney; her siblings, Edward Green of Fulton, John Green…

                                                                                              • Cushaney, Steve

                                                                                                CUSHANEY, Steve Age 85, of Elmira, NY, formerly of Towanda, PA, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born on September 8, 1923 in Laquin, PA to the late John and Anastasia (Kost) Cushaney. Survivors include his brother, Peter (Mildred Mansfield) Cushaney of Horseheads; nieces, Kathleen (Kenneth) Collins of Waverly, Rosemarie (Charles) Latshaw of Elmira, and Sheila (Robert) Burdick of NC; nephews, Joseph (Michelle) Vischansky of Elmira and Gary Cushaney of FL;…

                                                                                                • 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…

                                                                                                  • 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…

                                                                                                    • Dean L. Morey

                                                                                                      Dean L. Morey, 91, of State Route 169, Little Falls passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008, in the town of Norway while enjoying one of his many hunting trips. Arrangements are by the Chapman-Moser Funeral Home, Inc., 42 N. Ann Street, Little Falls and are incomplete. A full obituary will follow or may be viewed later at www.chapmanmoser.com.

                                                                                                      • Dendanto, Freda Madora

                                                                                                        Middletown, NY Freda Madora DenDanto, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Wife, Daughter, Sister, Aunt and Friend has left this Earth to join the angels. Freda entered this world on August 3, 1932 and departed from this life on October 6, 2008. Freda is survived by her two daughters, Anna Hopper and Laura DenDanto-Albin; her three grandchildren: Deanna, 18, Jessica, 16, and James, 10, as well as her sister-in-law, Maryann Ellison of Middletown; her brother-in-law, Frank Jr DenDanto, and his wife, Margaret, also of…

                                                                                                        • Dengler, Elizabeth J.

                                                                                                          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; grandchildren including, Dr. Rebecca (Robert) Nally, & Christopher Lockemann; great grandson, Jack; 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…

                                                                                                          • Dollbaum, Francis A.

                                                                                                            Sloatsburg, NY Francis A. Dollbaum of Sloatsburg, NY entered into eternal rest on October 8, 2008 at the age of 81. The son of the late Charles and Violet Kolano Dollbaum. He was born on June 20, 1927 in Wallington, NJ, Francis served ten years in the Merchant Marine Corp. during WW II and the Korean War. He was a retired stationary engineer at the Ford Motor Company in Mahwah, NJ for 28 years until it's closing. Francis was a loving and cherished husband of 55 years to the late Josephine A. Dollbaum.…

                                                                                                            • Domicello, Anthony P.

                                                                                                              are invited to meet the family Saturday 10:00am at St. Thomas the Apostle Church for her funeral mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Golisano Children's Hospital at Strong, 300 East River Rd., PO Box 23029, Rochester, NY 14692 or a charity of your choice. PAUL W. HARRIS FUNERAL HOME 570 Kings Highway So. 544-2041

                                                                                                              • Dorothy Schroeder

                                                                                                                Dorothy Schroeder, 76, of Elmira Heights, died Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008 at her home. She worked for the Chemung County Bookmobile. Calling hours are 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads. Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at the conclusion of calling hours at the funeral home, the Rev. Jason Kappanadze officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.

                                                                                                                • 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…

                                                                                                                  • Driscoll Sr., Daniel A.

                                                                                                                    DRISCOLL - Daniel A. Sr. October 9, 2008, age 67; beloved husband of Elizabeth (nee Land) Driscoll; brother of David and Thomas (Roxanne) Driscoll; also survived by eight children and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday at the SAUER-LYNETT-AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, 1933 Kensington Ave. at 4:00 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Friends invited. Online guest register at www.AMIGONE.com.,

                                                                                                                    • 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…

                                                                                                                      • EVELYN MOTZER

                                                                                                                        Evelyn Motzer, 90, passed away early Monday evening (Oct. 6, 2008) in Springwater where she has resided for the past couple of years. Evelyn was born Jan. 4, 1918 in Rochester. She was a life resident of the Rochester area until two years ago when she moved to her grandson Aaron’s home in Springwater. It was here that Aaron’s wife, Sabrina became Evelyn’s special friend, caretaker, and in Evelyn’s words, Sabrina was her “Grandma’s Angel.” Evelyn enjoyed going out to eat whether it was…

                                                                                                                        • 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 “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,…

                                                                                                                            • Ellegate, James R.

                                                                                                                              James R. Ellegate passed away suddenly October 4, 2008. Born June 2, 1964 in Oneonta, NY, he is the cherished son of Richard J. and Mary G. (Cassin) Ellegate.James was a graduate from SUNY Oneonta earning his bachelor degree in accounting and his master degree from UB. He became a Certified Public Accountant in 1987 while working for Ernst and Young, LLP. James was part owner of Ellegate and Rizzo CPA’s, P.C. and American Business Network, Inc. in Middleport with his wife Julianne Rizzo. His primary focus…

                                                                                                                              • Ellerbusch, Rhea

                                                                                                                                • 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.

                                                                                                                                  • Ensminger, Robert L.

                                                                                                                                    may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd., in North Tonawanda on Thursday and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 9:30 AM. The Rev. Charles Hobbs will officiate. Interment in Acacia Park Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com

                                                                                                                                    • Esposito Sr., Raymond J.

                                                                                                                                      • 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.…

                                                                                                                                        • Farchione, Samuel 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…

                                                                                                                                          • Farrell, James V.

                                                                                                                                            Farchione, Samuel P. Sarasota, FL: Sam passed away on September 30, 2008, at the age of 63, after a courageous battle with cancer. Sam was predeceased by his father, Patrick, Sr. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary, his children; daughter, Shari (Todd) Rincon, sons, Samuel, Jr., Jaimon (Cara), and Jared (Lindsey), four grandchildren, his mother, Rose Mary, brothers Thomas (Marcia), Patrick, Jr., (Jeanne), several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles &cousins. A Memorial Service celebrating Sam's life…

                                                                                                                                            • Fink, Richard A.

                                                                                                                                              FINK, Richard A. -Dear husband, my strength and my hope died with you, until I see you again. FOREVER LOVE, SANDY,

                                                                                                                                              • Forte, Bernard

                                                                                                                                                • Fritton, David F.

                                                                                                                                                  • Gallant, Raymond A.

                                                                                                                                                    SARANAC -- Mr. Raymond A. Gallant, 87, of Silver Lake Road and Bradenton, Fla., passed away Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh. He was born in Burlington, Vt., on Dec. 3, 1920, son of the late Alphonse and Rose Eva (Lafond) Gallant. He was raised in Plattsburgh, N.Y., by his mother and stepfather, Rose and Ross Plunkett., Raymond was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy as a naval aviator. He retired from the U.S. Naval Reserve in Dec. 3, 1980, with the rank of…


                                                                                                                                                  • Gangi, Joyce

                                                                                                                                                    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 &…

                                                                                                                                                    • 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…

                                                                                                                                                      • Garrison, Charlotte Lee

                                                                                                                                                        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…

                                                                                                                                                        • Garrow, Burnis Velma

                                                                                                                                                          LYON MOUNTAIN -- Burnis Velma Garrow, 95, formerly of Lyon Mountain, died Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008, at LeRoy Village Green Nursing Home, LeRoy, N.Y., Born in Lyon Mountain, N.Y., on Feb. 14, 1913, she was the daughter of Frank and Addie (Tromblaey) Peets., She was married to Richard "Casey" Garrow on July 3, 1949, in St. Bernard's Church, Lyon Mountain. He predeceased her on Sept. 27, 1986., Mrs. Garrow lived in Fairport, N.Y., and worked at the Fairport Baptist Home as food supervisor for…

                                                                                                                                                          • Gasking, Russell G.

                                                                                                                                                            Newburgh, NY Russell G. Gasking, 3rd, 53, a lifelong resident of the Newburgh area, entered into rest on September 27, 2008. Born on December 17, 1954 in Cornwall, NY, he was the son of Russell G. Gasking, Jr. and Dolores M. Gasking. Russell graduated from Newburgh Free Academy in 1972. He worked as a handyman and driver for a select clientele. He loved dancing, being in the company of his friends and his cats. He was always there to lend a hand and had a good and loving heart. His smile, wit and sense of…

                                                                                                                                                            • Gauvreau, Joyce A. (McGuire)

                                                                                                                                                              GAUVREAU - Joyce A. (nee McGuire)Age 66 of the Town of Tonawanda, October 8, 2008 at Hospice Buffalo. Wife of 33 years of Charles J. Gauvreau and was the wife of the late Louis V. Carnevale; mother of Laurie (Dale) Casey and Julie (Steve) Juzwicki; step mother of Charles (Andrea) Gauvreau and Nanette Bailey; grandmother of Christina, Jennifer, Shannon, Jessica, Zachary, Stephanie, Samantha, Robert and Ritchie; great-grandmother of six; sister of Thomas (Linda) McGuire; also nieces and nephews. Friends may…

                                                                                                                                                              • Gell, Rose A.

                                                                                                                                                                • Gianni, John J.

                                                                                                                                                                  October 8, 2008 John J. Gianni, 85, of North Syracuse, passed away Wednesday. Born in Syracuse, John served our country in WW II as a medic in the U.S. Army. He was an accomplished chef whose leftovers could be traded for any snack in the lunchroom. John also loved to play the harmonica. He spent many hours playing cards with friends. John had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. His smile and laughter will be missed greatly by his family and friends. John was the loving husband to his wife of 52…

                                                                                                                                                                  • 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…

                                                                                                                                                                    • Gower, Frederick E.

                                                                                                                                                                      Saturday, 1 p.m. Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, Morrisville. Interment: Morrisville Village View Cemetery. Visitation: Friday (today), 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Contributions: Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. or S.E.V.A.C.

                                                                                                                                                                      • Gower, Walter J.

                                                                                                                                                                        Walter J. Gower of Johnson City Walter J. Gower, 85, of Johnson City, went to be with the Lord on October 9, 2008 after a brief illness. He was born on November 30, 1922, son of Chester W. and Mary Gower. He served in the U.S. Army in Europe during World War II and was employed for 33 years by the IBM Corporation in Endicott. Throughout his life he was willing and eager to be of service to others. He was a longtime member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), of Endicott, where he held…

                                                                                                                                                                        • Grande, Joseph A.

                                                                                                                                                                          • Greene, Ernest J.

                                                                                                                                                                            received on Saturday at 3 - 4 PM at the Brunner Funeral Home, 156 Robinson Street, North Tonawanda, where funeral services will follow visitation at 4:00 PM.Directions, On-Line Register Book and Obituary can be found at www.brunnerfuneralhome.com.

                                                                                                                                                                            • Greenough, DeLecia Mae

                                                                                                                                                                              GREENOUGH, DeLecia Mae Passed away in Creswell, Oregon, on October 3, 2008 at the age of 86 of age-related causes. She was born July 6, 1922 in Gillette, PA to Lewis and Hazel (Congdon) Dix. She graduated with honors from Troy High School in PA two years early and went on to beauty school to become a beautician. DeLecia married C. Edward Greenough during WWII and were married approximately 15 years. She was a homemaker, mother, grandmother and senior companion. DeLecia was a prayer warrior, enjoyed going…

                                                                                                                                                                              • Groom, Lorry Mae

                                                                                                                                                                                Lorry Mae Groom, 61, of Niagara Falls, passed away quietly under the care of her family and Hospice on October 7, 2008, at her residence. Born June 8, 1947 in Niagara Falls, NY, the daughter of Ruth Scott of Niagara Falls and the late Larry Perkins. Ms. Groom was a former employee of Niagara University.Surviving other than her mother; are six children, Spencer Groom, Alicia Groom-Feagin, Andrea Jordan, Howard J. Jordan, Melba Jordan-Hicks and Amer Jordan; three brothers, Sylvester (Gloria) Scott, Charles…

                                                                                                                                                                                • Guzak, Nicholas P.

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Hall, David L.

                                                                                                                                                                                    October 7, 2008 Funeral services for David L. Hall, 65, of Ogden-sburg, will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Fox-McLellan Funeral Home. Burial: privately for the family. Calling Hours: Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Hall passed away Tuesday at St. Joseph's Hospital following surgery complications.

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Hall, William L.

                                                                                                                                                                                      October 5, 2008 William L. Hall, 57, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 5, 2008. He was born in McKeesport, PA. He was formerly employed by Travelers Insurance. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leon and Mildred Hall, and by his sister, Judith Campbell. He is survived by his companion of 17 years, Mark Owens of East Syracuse; sister, Patricia Dausey of Gilbert, Arizona; and niece and nephew. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to CNY Food Bank,…

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Hallenbeck, Florence I.

                                                                                                                                                                                        Saturday, 9 a.m. in Onondaga County Veterans Cemetery Chapel. Arrangements by Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc.

                                                                                                                                                                                        • 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.

                                                                                                                                                                                          • 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.

                                                                                                                                                                                            • Henderson, Sharon A.

                                                                                                                                                                                              October 3, 2008 Sharon A. Henderson, 54, of Ridgefield,CT, died on Friday, October 3, 2008, at her home. A Syracuse, NY, native, Sharon was born December 8, 1953, to John Whipple and Shirley (Furlong) Carney, both of Jamesville, NY. She attended Syracuse schools. A resident of Ridgefield for the past 15 years coming from London, England, she was a member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her two children, Christopher Henderson and Elizabeth Henderson; her…

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Hills, Ronald G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                , his golf buddies and his friends at Tim Hortons. Family will receive friends at the MORSE &SON CHAPEL of the MORGAN FUNERAL HOMES, 5917 Main St., Niagara Falls, Ontario, on Monday, October 13th, from 2-4 and 7-9 oclock. Funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, October 14th at 11:00 oclock. Cremation will follow. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Greater Niagara General Hospital Foundation, or to a charity of ones choice. Online…

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Hoffman, Marie W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                  HOFFMAN - Marie W. October 6, 2008 of Upper Marlboro, Md. Formerly of Western N.Y. Loving mother of Marsha Mergl of Buffalo, N.Y. and Susanne Hoffmann of Eagle Mountain, Utah. Grandmother of Andrea and Jennifer Mergl, Kristopher, Brandon, Connor and Heather Fontaine. Sister of Elisabeth Olear, of Upper Marlboro, Md. Aunt of Howard Ehrenheim and Jill Olear of Bakersfield, California.,

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                                                                                                                                                                                                  • JEANETTE M. MALISZESKY

                                                                                                                                                                                                    Jeanette M. Maliszesky, age 87, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, October 8, 2008.  She was born on December 1, 1920 in Gibson, the daughter of the late Ross W. and Edith M. (Hall) Reed.  She married Joseph J. Maliszesky on October 11, 1947 at St. Vincent de Paul Church.  He predeceased her on January 26, 1996. Jeanette worked at JC Penney at the Arnot Mall as a sales clerk.  She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She is survived by her sons David (Bonnie) Maliszesky of W.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Jordan, Robert

                                                                                                                                                                                                      Robert Jordan, 54, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on October 7, 2008. Born in North Tonawanda on September 1, 1954, Robert attended North Tonawanda schools and graduated from Buffalo State College.He was the son of the late Ross Jordan and is survived by his mother, Ann Hensel of Ft. Myers Beach, Florida: a sister, Joanne (Jordan) Tondera and her husband, Gary Tondera of Grand Island; a niece, Kari Tondera; and nephew, Zachary Tondera also of Grand Island.Arrangements for cremation entrusted to Hansen…

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Joseph Koleski

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Joseph Koleski, of Chesapeake, Va., passed away Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008. He is the beloved husband of Suzanne Koleski; father of Patricia A. Vatter, Alan A. Koleski, Josette  N. Hill and Christine S. Sindelar; brother of Amy Garcea, Patricia Moretti, Sophie Reeves, Helen Frankow and Annie Mele. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.  Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Blvd., West, Silver Spring, Md., Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, from 3 to…

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Kalblein, Harold Paul

                                                                                                                                                                                                          Middletown, NY Harold Paul Kalblein, of Middletown, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at Castle Point Veterans Hospital. He was 64. Born in Middletown, NY on August 20, 1944, he was the son of Harold Frank and Agnes M Hazen Kalblein. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He was employed as a Therapy Aide at Mid-Hudson Psychiatric Center, New Hampton, NY. He was the most generous man you would ever meet, he would give you the shirt off his back, if he could. His family, especially his…

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Kassendra “Kassie” Miller

                                                                                                                                                                                                            Kassendra “Kassie” Miller, 36, of Schenectady, formerly of Shoemaker Hill Road, Mohawk, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008. She was born on Oct. 10, 1971, in Ilion, daughter of Donald and Catherine Macrina Miller. A lifelong area resident she graduated from Mohawk High School, Herkimer County Community College and continued her education, earning her Bachelors degree in Social Work from the College of St. Rose in Albany. Upon graduation from college she went to work as a social worker in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Kastler, Dan F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                              Monday, 11 a.m. at Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc., 4504 W. Seneca Tpk. Interment: Myrtle Hill Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc. Onondaga Hill

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • 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.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Kelly, Margaret

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  KELLY, Margaret - Twenty years have passed, but our memories and love remain. Youre missed. Love, Brian and Edie, Mike and Laura, Brian and Dawn,Maggie, Catie &Connor,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • 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; his brothers, Lawrence Kilmer, Harold Kilmer and Ronald 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,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Kircher, Joseph L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Hurley, John M. Albany, NY: 50, passed away on October 1st, 2008, after a long battle after surgery. A native of Rochester, he was born there October 17, 1957. John was an amazing person who knew how to touch a life whether you knew him or not. He was larger then life and a gentle giant. John was dedicated to safety and his profession. His world revolved around his family and job. John is survived by his beloved wife Inger; his adorable "daughter", The Baby Keeter puppy dog; his father, Richard D.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Klein, Eleanor

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        PERU -- Eleanor Klein, 83, of Felton Road, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at Brookside Nursing Home in White River Junction, Vt. She was born Dec. 3, 1924, in Shamokin, Pa., daughter of Helen and John Nowak Sr., Eleanor and her family moved to Buffalo, N.Y., where she met Frederick Klein, her husband of 61 years. They moved to Gabriels, N.Y., where she worked in the fiscal office at Paul Smith's College for many years until retirement. She enjoyed spending time with her family, traveling, sewing,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Kline, Henry R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          KLINE - Henry R. Of Derby, NY, October 9, 2008; beloved husband of Ruth G. (Giertz) Kline; loving father of James R. (Mary E.); dearest grandfather of Kevin (Lisa), Karen (Brent) Thurn, Terrence, Patrick (Jamie); great-grandfather of Ashley, Jenna and Brianna Thurn and Cormac and Skylar Kline; brother of Raymond and Celia Kline. Friends may call Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the ADDISON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 262 Main St., Angola. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 10:00 AM in St. Anthonys R.C. Church,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • 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.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Kluth, Walter P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              WORCESTER _ Walter P. Kluth, 93, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown. Walter was born in Frankfort, Germany, April 3, 1915, the son of Max and Ida (Hanke) Kluth. Walter married Ruth Catherine Doxey on Sept. 18, 1937, in Jamaica, Queens. Walter and Ruth were Worcester area residents for many years. He is survived by his loving wife, Ruth of 71 years; one daughter, Joan Brady and John Sachon of Worcester; one granddaughter, Bryna and husband, James Merritt,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Knople, Bette J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Bette J. (nee Gaul) Knople died October 5, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Donald; dear mother of Cheryl (Herbert) Boldt, Sandra (late Jack) Kelley of California, Jeffrey, Phyllis Knople; dear grandmother of 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; dearest sister of Nancy (Donald) McKnight and the late Robert (Millie) Gaul, Reeva Gaul, Evelyn (Arthur) Berndt and Osmond Gaul; also survived by several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at theconvenience of the family at the AMIGONE…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Kordiak, Debra A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  was held on Thursday, October 9, from 4-8 p.m. at the Wanamaker & Carlough FH, 177 Rt. 59, Suffern, NY 10901. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on today, Friday, October 10, at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel with Msgr. F.X. Smith officiating in Tuxedo, NY with her burial to follow in the family plot at Ascension Cemetery in Monsey, NY.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Kregg Sr., James

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    will be present on Monday from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the (Delaware Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 1132 Delaware Ave., where funeral services will follow at 12:00 Noon.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • LaMontagne, Jeanne B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Pompano Beach, FL Jeanne B. LaMontagne 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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lawrence, Gladys Bleakley

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Tuxedo, NY Gladys Bleakley Lawrence, 83, of Tuxedo, NY, an accomplished registered nurse, musician, and world traveler, passed away at her home on October 8, 2008 after a long illness. The last of three children of Robert and Edith Bleakley of Lisburn, County Down, Northern Ireland, Gladys was born on March 27, 1925. She came with her parents to America as a small child and was raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In 1943, she married the late Howard W. Weiser, an aeronautical engineer with the Curtis Wright…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • La Monaco, Joseph J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          may call at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, 2771 Chili Ave. Friday 1-3 PM. Funeral Mass Saturday 10 AM at St. Christopher's Church, 3350 Union St. Interment Holy Ghost Cemetery.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Lee F. Travis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Lee F. Travis 54 of Lawton, OK passed away Thursday Sept 25, 2008 in Lawton. He was born June 22, 1954 in Corning the son of William C. and Julia A. Ferranti Travis Sr. Lee retired from the Army in 1992 after 20 years of service. Surviving are his Mother of Bath, brother William C. Travis, Jr. of Bath, sister Judy A. Travis of Avoca, aunts and uncles, Kate and Alton Herrick of Lindley, Cora and Daniel Soles of Bath, Vivian Farranti of Troupsburg, Howard Travis of Savona and Ernest Harley of Bath and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • 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. Those wishing to express their sympathy may do so with memorials to the American Parkinson Disease Association, 1250 Hylan Boulevard, Suite 4B, Staten…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • 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.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Lewandowski, Alexandria J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  LEWANDOWSKI, Alexandra J. 13 years ago today, there is not a day goes by that we do not think of you, Love, NANA,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • 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.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Lindemann, Karl L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      PLATTSBURGH -- Mr. Karl L. Lindemann, 91, of Facteau Avenue in Plattsburgh, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at the CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh., He was born on Dec. 12, 1916, in Mount Hope, N.J., He served in the U.S. Air Force in the Pacific Theatre during World War II in the radar and signal corps. He was employed for more than 39 years at the Picatinny Arsenal in Dover, N.J., and retired as chief of buildings, grounds and maintenance., Mr. Lindemann was a member of the New Apostolic Church,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • 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)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Lenhard, Florence C. 1936-1991 Happy Anniversary Sweetheart and Mom. Seems like only yesterday you left us. Thank you for the 6 wonderful children you gave me. We all love and miss you so. "Our love will never let you go". Dick and Children

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Ludwig, Norman A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Lutz Jr., Richard. W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              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;…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • MARVIN MAURICE BRYAN

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Marvin Maurice Bryan passed away Wednesday (Sept. 17, 2008). Together again in heaven, Marvin joined his loving and dedicated wife, Dorothy Louis (Barron), who predeceased him on May 23, 2008. Born in Page, Neb., on Dec. 5, 1915, to Howard Maurice and Flossie Bryan, Marvin’s family returned to the Canisteo Valley four years later. In 1921, the Bryan family met the Barron family, thus starting the friendship that resulted in Marvin and Dorothy’s 1938 marriage in Hornell. Together, they lived and reared…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • 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. 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Mack, James W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    MACK - James W. Of Niagara Falls, October 9, 2008. Former husband of Patricia (Tedesco) Mack; husband of Beverly (Sell) Mack; father of Ronald S. (Lynn) Mack of Niagara Falls, Gail P. (David) Kephart of Sanborn and Michael J. (Lisa) Mack of Round Rock, TX; brother of Lorrain (late John) Paonessa of Niagara Falls, Beverly J. (Rodney) Kcuik of Lexington, NC, Robert F. (Nancy) Mack of Niagara Falls and the late Ronald and Donald Mack; also seven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Friends from 2-4 and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Mackowski, Daniel J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      MACKOWSKI - Daniel J. October 9, 2008 of Cheektowaga, NY; beloved husband of 48 years to Eleanor (nee Jaskowiak) Mackowski; dearest father of Thomas (Dorris), John (Adina), James (Wendy) and Michael (Luanne); dear grandfather of Daniel, Andrew, Matthew, Alan, Haley, Athena, Ian, Mark, Lauren Simm and Eric Simm; brother-in-law of Mary (late Edward) Rybus, Eleanor (late Bernard) Jaskowiak, Michael (Peggy) Jaskowiak, late Richard (Irene) Jaskowiak, Anne (Anthony) Polaszewski, Alice (late Edwin) Koscielniak,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Majewski, Robert W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        June 1, 1945 - October 8, 2008 Formerly of Orange County, NY Robert Wayne Majewski of Manchester, CT, passed away peacefully October 8, 2008 with his wife at his side, at The Hospital for Special Care Hartford Satellite at the Mount Sinai Campus, after a very courageous battle with emphysema. He was the son of Chester V. and Dorothy E. Doughty Majewski, born June 1, 1945 in Brooklyn, NY. Robert was raised in East Hartford, CT, formerly resided in Orange County, NY and was a longtime resident of Manchester,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Maliszesky, Jeanette

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          MALISZESKY, Jeanette M. Age 87, of Big Flats, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, October 8, 2008. She worked at JC Penney at the Arnot Mall as a sales clerk. Jeanette was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She is survived by her sons, David (Bonnie) Maliszesky of W. Henrietta and Bruce Maliszesky of Big Flats; daughters, Janice (Vincent) Ferraro of Horseheads and Shirley Call of Corning; sister, Constance (Sonny) Keeler of Gibson; grandchildren, Rachel Ferraro, Michael Maliszesky, Matthew…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Manson, Stanley H. "Stan"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Maltese, Kathy There is always thoughts of you and I'm told this isn't the end, no one knows how hard it's been without my bestfriend. Forever loved and missed in so many ways especially today. Always, Lisa.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Marcellus, Kelly M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              October 6, 2008 Kelly M. Eaton Marcellus, 42, of Gouverneur, died Monday at home. Kelly was a native of Fulton. Surviving are her husband, Larry A. Marcellus Jr.; children, Daniel Eaton, Brandon Eaton, and Tacora Lynn Marcellus; her mother, Mary Eaton of Syracuse; her father, Herbert Eaton of Phoenix; brother, Allen Eaton of Ogdensburg; sister, Katie Marie Eaton of Oswego; nieces, Alyssa, Skyler, and Tristyn Eaton; McKenzie, Abrielle, and Cassandra Marcellus; nephews, Christopher and Nathan Ames. Graveside…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • 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,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Mason, Muriel Anita (Jones)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  MASON, Muriel Anita (Jones) Went into the arms of the Lord on Wednesday, September 17, 2008, in Jacksonville, Florida. Muriel was born in Elmira, New York on May 30, 1966. She is a 1984 graduate from Elmira Free Academy and is a 20-year veteran of the U.S. Navy retiring in 2006. Muriel served as an Aviation Electronics Technician, Substance Abuse Counselor, and earned her Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management. She leaves to cherish her memory and all those special moments, her loving, devoted…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • 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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • McCormick, June F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • McGrue Jr., Richard

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        MCGRUE - Richard Jr. Entered into rest at the Buffalo Veterans Hospital, October 4, 2008; brother of Issaiah (Gracie) McGrue. Visitation Sunday 2-4 PM at H. ALFRED LEWIS MORTUARY, 968 Jefferson Ave. Interment at Bath National Cemetery, Bath, NY.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • McKeown Jr., Andrew

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          McKEOWN - Andrew Jr. Of Angola, NY, October 9, 2008; beloved husband of 56 years to Shirley (Schmink); loving father of LeeAnn (Richard) Miller, Robert (Beth), Katherine (Butch) Bouchard, Andrew (Kathleen), John Scott (Lillian) and Theresa (George) Mecca; cherished uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather to many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; loving son of the late Andrew and Catherine McKeown; brother of the late Henry, Michael, James and Mary (late Carl) Ward; retired employee…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • McNeish, John P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            John P. McNeish of Binghamton It is with broken hearts that his family announces the death of John P. McNeish. His courage, strength and determination to fight the lung cancer that in the end caused his death on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, was an inspiration to those of us close to him. John was predeceased by his parents, Everett (Red) and Mae McNeish; and his brother, David McNeish; and David's son, Paul. John was born June 22, 1949 in Wilson Hospital and was a graduate of Chenango Valley High School.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • 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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • 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

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt, Mary Rita Miller, 90, was born October 1, 1918 in Sharon, PA. A lifelong resident of the Buffalo Western New York area, Mary Rita passed away peacefully on October 8, 2008. Mary Rita was a devoted wife to the late Donald A. Miller, who passed away June 12, 1985. She is survived by her daughters, Diane (James) Creed, Doreen (Robert) Albee, Denise (Joseph) Klimek and one son, David A. Miller. Sister of the late Louis and Irene Baish and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • 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 Funeral Services for Ann Marie Mills will be held Saturday, 9:30 a.m. from the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc., 1905 Watson Blvd., Endicott, and at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church, where a Funeral Mass will be held. Entombment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home on Friday from 5 to 7 p.m.


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Mooney, Beatrice J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Beatrice J. Mooney of Binghamton A funeral service for Beatrice J. Mooney will be held on Friday, October 10, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at the Wm. R. Chase &Son Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Chenango Valley Cemetery.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • 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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Morgana, Dina (Baldassari)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • 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.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Nelkin, Barbara

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Nelson, Charlotte Ann

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Neubert, Frieda

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Otten, Lorraine P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    SCHENEVUS _ Lorraine P. Otten of Schenevus, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown. She was the beloved wife of Kenneth; the devoted mother of Kenneth and Laurie; cherished grandmother of Brittany, Amanda, Kenneth Jr., Ryan and Kyle. She is also survived by five sisters and four brothers. A funeral service will be held at Colonial Funeral Home, 2819 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306, Friday, with visiting hours from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be at…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Pace, Jerilynn D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Palen, Mabel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        October 7, 2008 Mabel Palen, a longtime resident at James Square Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Syracuse, NY, pass-ed away Tuesday, October 7 2008 at the age of 102. She is survived by two grandsons, Mark Palen of Liverpool, NY and Donald Palen of San Antonio, TX; one granddaughter, Marie Segal of Old Forge, PA; and several great-grandchildren. Dewitt Memorial Funeral Home

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • 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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • 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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Pellow, Edna A. (Smith)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Olek See: Gangi, Joyce

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Pfeffer, Edwin G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                may call Sat, Oct 11, 4-7pm at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Ave Hilton, where her Funeral Service will be held at 7pm immediately following calling hours. Private Interment Pittsford Cemetery.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Piazza, Michael J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Pickard, Bernadine

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Pieber, Owen Daniel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Popp, Rose Mary

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Quaresima, Kathleen L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Quince, Yashika M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            QUINCE - Yashika M. October 1, 2008. Beloved daughter of Cintrilla Quince; loving sister of Raven Backy, Daeshawn Quince and Marvin Quince, Jr; she also leaves to mourn a host of other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends Friday 12 PM at Praise Tabernacle, 704 William St. Funeral to follow at 1 PM. Arrangements by BRIAN K. LEWIS.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Rappold, Scott

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              RAPPOLD, Scott -Remembering you with love and Joy MOM AND DAD,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Reinhardt, Dolores D. (Dietl)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                REINHARDT - Dolores D. (nee Dietl)October 8, 2008, of Elma, NY; beloved mother of Glenn (Margaret) Reinhardt, Heidi (Scott Caldarella) Mohn, and the late Kathleen (Gary) Smith; loving grandmother of Renee, Christopher (Christina), Craig Reinhardt, Joshua Smith and Ashley Mohn; sister of Jeanette Bednarek, Ronald (Rose) Dietl; predeceased by Dorothy, Lorraine, Nelson and Rose. Friends may call Sunday only 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the PAUL A. KLOC BLOSSOM CHAPELS, INC., 4680 Clinton St. (corner Borden Rd.) West…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Risucci, Nicholas S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Rivera, Miguel C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Pfeffer, Edwin G. GREECE: October 9, 2008 at the age of 92. Predeceased by his parents, brothers &sisters. Survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth "Betty" (Lewis) Pfeffer; daughters, Linda (Richard) Amico &Nancy Pfeffer; grandchildren, Richard Jr. (Kathy) Amico, Edwin (Julie Harris) Amico, Gina Amico &Shane (Moriah) Pfeffer; great-grandchildren, Ciara, Dakota, Ernie &Shaniah; brother-in-law, Ward Lewis (Marcia Lynn); sister-in-law, Ruth Beers; nieces &nephews. Edwin was a WWII…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Ross, Olive Wyman "Pinky"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Middletown, NY "Mothers write on the hearts of their children things the world can never erase." Olive "Pinky" Wyman Ross of Middletown, NY, truly a gift from God Himself, and affectionately known as "Pinky" all her life, blessedly returned to him on Thursday, October 9, 2008, at Orange Regional Medical Center, Horton Campus, Middletown. She was 91 years old. Pinky was a special Christmas Eve present for her older sister, Henrietta Van Tassell, in 1916. Her nickname, Pinky, was…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Rowland, Robert E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        ROWLAND - Robert E. Age 91, October 8, 2008; a celebration of Roberts life will be announced in the near future. For information contact The MASON-SITTNEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 362-0199,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Schneider, Virginia Goddard Newman

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          of Bassett Hospital, One Atwell Road, Cooperstown, NY 13326. Arrangements are being handled by Tillapaugh Funeral Home in Cooperstown.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Schroeder, Dorothy Speen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Sat., Oct. 11, 2008, from 1-3:00 p.m., where an Orthodox Christian Funeral Service will take place at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Jason Kappanadze to officiate. Interment will take place at a later date in Woodlawn Cemetery.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Selva, Carrie G. (Polito)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Sherman, Pauline (Denkenberger)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                SHERMAN, Pauline (Denkenberger) Passed from this life on October 6, 2008, while a resident of Elcor Health Services Colonial Ridge North. Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2008, at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. The funeral service will be held at the conclusion of the viewing, and Pauline's interment with her beloved husband Ronald following at Maple Grove Cemetery on Broad Street, Horseheads, NY.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Shoemaker, Mahlon W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Mahlon W. Shoemaker of Johnson City Mahlon W. Shoemaker (John), 77, of Johnson City, died on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, at his home. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Phyllis, Johnson City; children, John, Gary, Fred, Cindy and Dale Armstrong, Becky Robertson, Patricia, Mahlon Jr. and Donna, Stacy; sisters, Georgia, Hazel, Kathleen; 16 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A veteran of WWII serving in the Army. A life member and commander of the Johnson City VFW #2332. A…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sims, Luree

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    SIMS - Luree October 6, 2008. Beloved mother of Sarah F. Lewis of Buffalo, NY and Willie Earl (Martha) Sims of Long Island, NY. She also leaves to mourn a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends Friday 5-7 PM at Providence Memorial Chapel, 1275 Sycamore. Funeral to follow Saturday 11 AM at Upper Room COGIC, 131 Florida St. Arrangements by BRIAN K. LEWIS.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Siska, John

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Jeffersonville, NY John Siska, 91, of Jeffersonville, NY, a retired superintendent for the New York City Sanitation Department, died Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at Achieve Nursing and Rehab Center, Liberty, NY. The son of John and Elizabeth Kopdcky Siska, he was born August 3, 1917, in New York. John was the husband of Elsie Katona Siska, a member and Past President of the First Lutheran Church of Jeffersonville, Life member of Clarence Hoyt Post #9217, Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Skinner, Willis W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        SKINNER - Willis W. October 9, 2008 of West Valley, NY; husband of the late Eleanor M. (nee Meyer) Skinner; father of Warren (Wilma) Skinner, Annette (David) Gerwitz and Craig (Julie) Skinner; also survived by five grandsons and three great-grandchildren; brother of Raymond (Norma), Flossie (late Malcolm) Ahrens and Carlton (Shirley) Skinner, and the late Milford Skinner, Iona (late Charles) Hess, and Doris (late Louis) Westfall; brother-in-law of Lillian Skinner. Friends may call Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • 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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Solberg, Soren

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Squires, Eunice

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Chipley, FL Mrs. Eunice Squires died Thursday, October 2, 2008 at the Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, FL. She was 79. Mrs. Squires was born May 28, 1929, the daughter of the late Charlie William Long and Ollie Henson Long. Survivors include: sons, Charlie Squires and his wife, Marilyn of the State New York and Harry Squires; brothers, Curtis Long and his wife, Norma Jean, Hubert Long, Marvin Long and his wife, Irene; sisters, Lucille Whittaker, Ann Long, Nell Eubanks; sisters-in-laws,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Stoklas, Blanche L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, October 17, 2008, at Vestal Hills Memorial Park Chapel, 3997 Vestal Road, with Rev. Leland Pease and Rev. Duane Pease officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Silver Springs Shores Presbyterian Church, 674 Silver Road, Ocala, Fla. 34472; or Marion County Public Library System, Belleview Branch, 13145 SE Highway 484, Belleview, Fla. 34420.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Swindells Jr., Stanley G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  October 7, 2008 Stanley G. Swindells Jr., 89, died Tuesday in Oswego. He was the husband of the late Freda Swindells. Survived by son, Redd Swindells; daughter, Donna Meteer; five grandchildren. Services are private. No calling hours. Arrangements by Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home. www.daincullinan.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • THOMAS LAVERN HARRIS

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Thomas Lavern Harris, 97, died Tuesday (Oct. 7, 2008) at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, following a brief illness. Vern was born in Howard on Aug. 2, 1911 to Thomas and Bertha M. (Whitcomb) Harris. He joined the Howard Union Church in 1927 and was its oldest member. At age 17, after being orphaned, he left Avoca High School a month before graduation to raise his four year-old brother and work two farms. In 1942 he married Helen M. (Putnam) Albee. After 25 years at Mercury Aircraft, Tom retired in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Thomas Lavern Harris

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Thomas Lavern Harris, 97, died Tuesday (Oct. 7, 2008) at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, following a brief illness. Vern was born in Howard on Aug. 2, 1911 to Thomas and Bertha M. (Whitcomb) Harris. He joined the Howard Union Church in 1927 and was its oldest member. At age 17, after being orphaned, he left Avoca High School a month before graduation to raise his four year old brother and work two farms. In 1942 he married Helen M. (Putnam) Albee. After 25 years at Mercury Aircraft, Tom retired in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Thomas Jr., Nelson Roger

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon in the Harris Funeral Home, West Street at Buckley, Liberty, NY. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 11, at 12 noon in the funeral home. The Rev. Jearl Wallace will officiate. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Harris Funeral Home; 845-292-0001 or 845-439-5200.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Torrey, Arthur

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          CLEARWATER, Fla. _ Arthur Torrey Sr., 85, formerly of Oneonta, died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at his home. He served in the Air Force during World War II and also Reserves. He is survived by his wife, Joan; sons, Arthur Jr., and his wife, Barbara of Oneonta, Brian of New Port Richey, Fla., Damon and his companion, Carol Dietz of New Port Richey, and Eric of Alpharetta, Ga.; brother, Dewey of Coral Springs, Fla.; grandchildren, Erica (Chris) Slonaker, Adam, Andrew and Justin; nephew, Steve; and niece,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Treanor, Kathleen (Kitty)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Trombley, Gordon E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              may call Thursday 2-4:30 PM and 7-9 PM at the DENGLER and ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 8630 Transit Rd., E. Amherst (1 mi. north of Maple). A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Mary’s Church, 6919 Tansit Rd., Swormville, Friday at 10 AM. (Please assemble at church.) Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Buffalo. Mr. Trombley was an Exempt Member of the Swormville Volunteer Fire Co. and a long time member of St. Mary’s Church. On-line condolences may be made to…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Trotta, Rose Marie (Gionta)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Samolis See: Gangi, Joyce

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Truesdail, George M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  TRUESDAIL, George M. On Tuesday, October 7, 2008, George M. Truesdail, of Owego, went home to his Lord and Savior. Funeral services 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. 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.,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Turnquist, A. Gary

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    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,…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      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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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Margaret Ceil Kenyon of Nashville, TN, formerly of Johnstown, New York, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2008; she was 85.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • 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…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • VanEtten, Dorothy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        will be held on Sunday, October 12, from 2-5 p.m. at Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home, 515 Route 32, Highland Mills, NY. The funeral mass will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, October 13, at St. Patrick's Church, 448 Route 32, Highland Mills, NY. Interment will follow in the Cemetery of the Highlands, Highland Mills. Donations may be made to the Highland Mills United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 611, Highland Mills, NY 10930. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Smith, Seaman &…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • 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,…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                VanHarken, Walter J. "Van" Newark: Oct. 9, 2008, Walter "Van" John VanHarken, 85. He will be remembered by his loving and devoted wife Cora Henkel VanHarken; sons Glenn (Linda) &Gary (Cheryl) VanHarken, both of Newark; grandchildren Sarah (John) Lindegren of VA, Kristen (Michael) Hofer of SD, Andrew VanHarken of FL &Craig (Kristy) VanHarken of Canandaigua; 4 great-grandchildren; brothers Herbert (Donna) of Fairport &Robert (Rosemary) VanHarken of Avon; sisters Florence Arnold…

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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.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Williams, David F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      will receive friends Saturday 6-9 PM and Sunday 2-5 PM at the MASON-SITTNIEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 154 Weimar St. at the corner of Casimir St., where his funeral service will be celebrated during calling hours at 4 PM on Sunday. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Williams Family.,

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        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.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Winkle, Mary Lucille

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          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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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            October 8, 2008 Dorothea Kramer Wolcik, 94, of Warners, passed away Wednesday at James Square Nursing Home. Dorothea loved playing cards and enjoyed life to its fullest. She is predeceased by her husband Clarence Wolcik. She is survived by her daughter and caregiver, Sally Kiteveles; sons, Edward (Paula) Wolcik, Gerald (LuEllen) Wolcik, Roger (Judy) Wolcik, Linda (Dennis) Kiteveles; 19 grandchildren; 34 great- grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and three siblings, Shirley Deloff, Helen Kiteveles and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Wood, Donald V. "Woody"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              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.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Wood, Edwin and Florence

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                WOOD - Edwin J. Woode and Florence C. (nee Allen)April 23, 2007 and October 8, 2008 respectively. Beloved husband and wife. Dearest parents of Sandy (late Mike) Kurtz, Karen (Chris) Miller, Allen (Kathy), Arnie (Martha), Dennis (fiancee Michele), and Millie (John) Posch; also survived by 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; sister of Edward Allen Jr., Mildred Stambach and the late Gloria, Arlene and Freiling Allen. Family present Monday 2-4 and 6-8 at the HOY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3855 Seneca St.,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Woods, Linda Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  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…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Wright, Pauline Theresa (Tremblay)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    October 6, 2008 Pauline Theresa (Trem-blay) Wright, 77, passed away October 6, 2008, at the home of her daughter, Linda, after a short illness. Pauline retired from Northstar Bank and moved to Florida with her son Daniel in 1998. She was prede-ceased by her husband, Robert "Bob"; Nancy Jean, her daughter; and her brother, Andy Tremblay. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Rose (Dan) Vough, Mary Ellen (Wayne) Hackett and Deanna Marie (Jack) Vida; sons, Daniel Arthur and Robert William…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Youmans, Everett

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Suffern, NY Everett Youmans of Suffern, NY, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at home. He was 44 years old. The son of Sally Lucha Youmans and the late Douglas Youmans, he was born June 4, 1964, Suffern. Everett was the loving father of Chelsea and Travis Youmans and was the loving brother of Douglas Youmans and companion, Mary Van Leuven, Darlene Dempsey and husband, Jack, Freddie Youmans and wife, Tina, and Robert Youmans and companion, Wendy Stoll, uncle of several nieces, nephews and a good friend of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Zeh, Wesley C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        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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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            . Memorials to Jenna Kern Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo. Arrangements by ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 824-6435.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Zwitzer, Richard D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Wilcox, Jason Jason, it has been four years since you left and we never stop thinking about you. You touched our lives in so many wonderful ways that life can not be the same without you here. Not a single day goes by that we do not remember how it was when you were with us but we know you will be there waiting for us when our time comes. We miss you, love you, and honor you always. We will never forget. Love always. Your family and friends

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