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cemetery, as they are presented here, is like reading the multi-generational
history of a community. These people were the local populace at a particular
time. The people buried here knew each other, were neighbors, relatives
and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade"
or business.
All people are listed in alphabetic order by surname at BIRTH. Women identified by a married alias only and for whom a birth surname can not be identified, are listed on the last page for the cemetery's obituaries. Please send in typed obituaries for people buried in our local cemeteries. If possible include name of newspaper and date. Send typed in your email or in attached Word files. Send to Joyce M. Tice (JoyceTice@aol.com) |
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BENNETT Ida Belle FRISBIE, 77, of RR 1, Box 1208, Granville Summit, went to be with the Lord Thursday, April 3, 1997 at home. She is survived by daughters and sons-in-law; Eleanor Ayres of Granville Summit, and Dean Ayers of Troy; William and Joseph Stark of Elmira, NY; sisters-in-laws Martha Bennett of VanEtten, June Bennett of Florida, Eleanor Kennedy of Elmira; 15 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband, William Frisbie in 1983; sons, William John Frisbie and Walter Charles Firsbie both of Elmira; brothers, Frances Bennett of VanEtten and Henry Bennett of Lowman; sister Eunice Oreshack of Elmira. Friends were invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home, Elmira, NY on Sunday. Funeral services were held there on Monday. The interment followed in Chemung Cemetery.
BENNETT –IDA BELLE FRISBIE, 77, Granville Summit, went to be with the Lord April 3, 1997, at home. She is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Eleanor Ayers, Granville Summit, and Dean Ayers, Troy; William and Joseph Stark, Elmira, NY; sisters-in-law, Martha Bennett, VanEtten, June Bennett, Florida. Eleanor Kennedy, Elmira; 15 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mrs. Frisbie was predeceased by her husband, William Frisbie in 1983; sons, William John Frisbie and Walter Charles Frisbie both of Elmira; brothers, Frances Bennett, VanEtten and Henry Bennett, Lowman; sister Eunice Oreshack, Elmira. Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home, 1004 Lake St., Elmira, NY Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held there Monday at 1 p.m. The interment will following in Chemung Cemetery. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
BERICH Lawrence C., Sr.
Age 76, of Rt. 414, Burdett, NY, passed away unexpectedly, December
13, 2007. The family will receive friends Tuesday, 10 a.m.-12 noon at Royce-Chedzoy
Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen; a funeral service will follow
at 12 noon. Burial will be held at a later date at Chemung Cemetery, Chemung,
NY. Larry was born in Lansing, NY, the son of Cedric and Ellen (Eaton)
Berich. He honorably served his country in the US Army Air Corps. Lawrence
was an avid outdoorsman, and especially loved to hunt and fish. He is survived
by four children, Lawrence C. Berich, Jr. of Elmira, James C. (Deenne)
Berich of Hinesville, GA, Janet (Monroe) Payne of Ithaca, and Anne (Louis,
Sr.) DeLong of Lansing; companion, Marilyn Goldstein of Burdett; brother,
William (Rita) Berich of Groton; 19 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his parents; wife, Irene; and their infant daughter,
Nancy Marguerite.
BLOSS Donald
Age 83, of South Waverly, PA, passed away Thursday, October 25th, 2007,
at his home. Born July 23, 1924 in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Ina (Forbes)
and Lawrence Bloss; and husband of his beloved wife of 55 years, Phyllis
(Johnson) Bloss. Donald was a lifelong resident of the Valley. He served
in the United States Navy during WWII both in the Atlantic and the Pacific
serving on the USS Nevada as a Seaman First Class. He retired from IBM
Corporation in Owego, NY, where he worked as a Photo Lab Technician with
over twenty-five years of service. He is a member of Church of the Redeemer
in Sayre, PA. He is also a lifetime member of the Waverly Moose Lodge and
Lifetimers V.F.W. Post 1536 in Sayre, PA. Donald was an avid golfer and
bowler and loved to throw horseshoes. Donald is survived by his daughter
and son-in-law, Michael Ann (Dan) Wayman, Sayre; his grandchildren, Erin,
Courtney, Matthew (Blaire), and Colleen Wayman; his sister, Marilyn (Richard)
Doney, Lewes, DE; also sisters-in-law, Ruth Bloss, S. Waverly, Janice Besecker,
Sayre, Kathryn Park, Elmira, Jeanne Chevalier, Sayre, Shirley Bloss, Waverly,
and Dorothy Johnson of FL. Donald is also survived by his brother-in-law,
Richard Johnson of Sayre; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Donald was predeceased by his brothers, Robert and Raymond; also brothers-in-law,
Thomas Besecker, George Johnson, and Victor Chevalier; and his sister-in-law,
Mary Johnson. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 29, 2007, at
10:00 a.m. at Church of the Redeemer, Sayre, PA. Friends are invited to
call Sunday, October 28, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at
the Luckner Funeral Home, 449 Park Avenue, Waverly, NY. Interment will
follow at Chemung Cemetery. Those wishing may direct memorial donations
to either Church of the Redeemer, 201 S. Wilbur Avenue, Sayre, PA 18840;
or the charity of their choice. Published in the Star-Gazette on
10/27/2007.
BODINE Earl Hunter
Age 73, of Chemung, NY, died Monday, October 13, 2008, at home after
an extended illness. Family and friends may call at the Roberts Funeral
Home, Inc. 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY, on Wednesday, October 15, 2008
2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. Funeral services there Thursday at 11:00 AM. The Rev.
Anne Bey Canfield of the Waverly United Methodist officiating. Interment
in Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, NY. In lieu of flowers friends may contribute
to the American Cancer Society or to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E. Corning
Rd. Corning, NY 14830. Earl is survived by his wife of 23 years Ardena,
children, Scott (Connie) Bodine; Eric (Jackie) Bodine; Camille (Mike) Mattison
and Cale (Jodie) Bodine, all of Waverly, NY, Step-children Theresa (John)
Smith of Athens, PA, and Patrick (Michele) Sullivan of Waverly, NY, brother
Maynard Bodine of Chemung, NY, sisters, Lucille Ellis of Chemung, NY, and
Sarah Monell of Cato, NY, and several nieces and nephews. Earl had a successful
racing career at the local level. He started racing at Chemung Race Track
in 1955, being the first Bodine driver. He won numerous Features and Championships.
Along with his brother, Maynard, he operated Bodine Brothers in Chemung
for close to 50 years. Earl is predeceased by brothers Milton, Eli, and
Jimmy, and sisters Jeanette, Marion, and Lois. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 10/14/2008
BUNNELL - STROMAN
Ruth B. Age 72 of Chemung, NY, went to be with her Lord on Thursday,
December 6, 2001. Ruth has lived all her life in Chemung, and has been
an important part of the community. She retired from Chemung Elementary
School as the Librarian for 33 years. Ruth was a member of the Central
Assembly of God Church where she taught Sunday school and sang in the choir.
She was a wonderful, loved and compassionate mother, and a devoted friend
to many. Ruth is survived by her children, Cheryl Chapman, Christine Bickford,
Steve Stroman, Rick Stroman, Debbie Stroman, Jody Olive and Rusty Stroman;
18 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; sister, Donna Moore of Chemung,
NY; brothers, Edward Bunnell of Elmira, NY and Kirby Bunnell of Arizona.
All are welcome to attend a funeral service at the Central Assembly of
God Church, Brenway Drive, Horseheads, NY on Saturday, December 8, 2001
at 10:00 AM. The graveside service will be private. Interment will be in
Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, NY. A dinner for the family will be at the residence
of her daughter and son-in-law, John & Christine Beickford, 5331 Main
Street, Chemung, NY. Arrangements are under the direction of Roberts Funeral
Home, Inc., Wellsburg, NY.
ARTHUR ‘CHUBBY’ CHANDLER, 75 of Waverly, N.Y. formerly of Chemung, N.Y. died suddenly on Tuesday Dec. 19, 1995. He was born Oct. 12, 1920 in Chemung a son of Arthur and Mary Strope Chandler Sr. Mr. Chandler was a farmer in Chemung until he retired and was an area stock car driver for 20 years. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Phyllis; sons and daughters-in-law, Joseph and Ann Marie Chandler and William and Debra Chandler, both of Waverly, N.Y.; a son, Thomas Chandler of Binghamton, N.Y.; a sister, Rosemary Norconk of Chemung; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Ruth Chandler of Daytona Beach, Fla., also several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Roberts Funeral Home, Wellsburg, N.Y. Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be held there Friday at 11 a.m. with the rev. William Wells officiating. Interment will be in the Chemung Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may contribute to the Spalding Foundation for Injured Drivers in care of Betty Sherwood, 1074 Sulphur Springs Road, Owego, N.Y. –Towanda Daily Review
COLE –MRS. ANNA COLE RIDLER, 90, of Chemung, N.Y., went to be with her Lord at the Tioga Nursing Home in Waverly, N.Y. on Nov. 20, 1995. Anna was the youngest child of the late William S. and Lola Benjamin Cole. She was born in Macedonia on June 7, 1905. On Feb. 14, 1928, she married Thomas Philip Ridler of Larksville, Pa. She was a faithful member of the Chemung Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Edith and William Johnson of Winter Haven, Fla.; son, Francis Ridler of Still Water, Pa.; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Jean Ridler of Winter Haven, Fla.; several grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom, on Sept. 17, 1988; three brothers, Cecil H., Hartley O. and Manley G. Cole; four sisters, Inez Cole, Maud (Mrs. Ernest) Shores, Laura (Mrs. Art) Price and Edith (Mrs. Ralph) VanNess. The funeral service was held at the Roberts Funeral Home in Wellsburg, N.Y. Burial will be held at a later date in the Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, N.Y. –Towanda Daily Review.
COURTRIGHT Marian E. FREEMAN, age 91, of the Bakercrest Home for the Elderly, formerly of Gillett, PA, died January 13, 1998 at the troy Community Hospital, Troy, PA. She was born November 19, 1906 in Bath, NY the daughter of Floyd and Lena (Perry) Courtright. Marian was once employed by American LaFrance and was a caregiver for the elderly. She was a member of the North Chemung United Methodist Church. Marian is survived by daughter, Lois I. (Robert) Smith of Northampton, PA; son, Larry D. (Valerie) Freeman of Shillington PA; brother, Perry (Ada) Courtright of Horseheads, NY; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank L. Freeman, in 1971. A memorial service was held at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy on January 15 with the Rev. Ivan Matthewson, pastor of the Roseville Independent Baptist Church, officiating.
CRAWFORD - Rose G. Pipher
April 1, 2002
Rose G. Pipher, age 81, of Talmadge Hill Road, Waverly, NY, passed
away on Monday, April 1, 2002 at the Bradford County Manor. Rose
was born on May 26, 1920 in Waverly, the daughter of the late Arthur Mandeville
and Lillian and Roger Crawford. For many years, Rose and her husband, Harry
owned and operated the family farm on Talmadge Hill Road. Rose enjoyed
spending time on the farm and had a great love and passion for raising
horses. She also enjoyed spending time in her garden, reading and being
surrounded by her family. Her family especially treasured her beautiful
gift for horse paintings and drawings. Rose is survived by her daughters
and sons-in-law, Ellen and Edward Gublo, Millport, NY, Linda and Roger
Vaughn, who were her caregivers prior to her brief stay at Bradford County
Manor; Donna Walker, Nancy and Timothy Mullen, all of Waverly; her sons
and daughters-in-law, Lee and Joyce Pipher, Glenn Pipher, all of Waverly,
Calvin and Sharon Pipher of Athens; a brother, Ross "Rusty" Mandeville,
Waverly; 25 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews
and cousins. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 58 years, Harry
Pipher on April 5, 1999; a daughter, Ann Pipher on Dec. 9, 1947 and brothers,
Walter, Donald and Joseph Mandeville. Funeral services and a celebration
of Rose’s life will be held on Thursday, April 4 at 11 a.m. at the Sutfin
Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols, NY, with Pastor Bruce J. Vanderpool.
Interment will follow in the family plot in the Chemung Cemetery.
A period of visitation and sharing memories was held on Wednesday from
7 to 9 at the funeral home and will be held on Thursday from 10 a.m. until
the time of the service. Those who wish may kindly consider
a memorial contribution to their local chapter of the American Cancer Society
in loving memory of Rose G. Pipher.
Kenneth L. DEHAAS, 66, of Wellsburg, NY died April 17, 1998 at Bath, VA Hospital in Bath, NY. Kenneth retired from Collins and Walton with 30 years of service. He was a member of the American Legion, Clarence Oliver Post #154, Elmira Heights, NY. He is survived by his wife, Helen; mother, Frances (Gene) McKibbin of Owego, NY; sons, Kenny (Sharon) DeHaas of Elmira, NY, Bruce (Geri) DeHaas of Elmira, Mark (Eunice) DeHaas of Elmira; daughter, Brenda Stickler of Elmiara; a brother and a sister; several grandchildren; mother-in-law, Dorotha (Kenneth) Mattison of troy, Pa and brother-in-law, Harold (Bonnie) Heeman of Dundee, NY. Funeral services were held at the Olthof funeral Home in Elmira on April 19 with the Rev. Robert Searles officiating and interment to be in the Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, NY. “Troy Gazette-Register,” Troy, PA Thursday, April 23, 1998
DEVORE
Eleanor
J. Cortright An Angel Gone Home Age 79, on Tuesday, June 20, 2000 in
Spring Hill, FL. Friends may call at The Holly-Keck & Baker, Inc. Funeral
Home, 640 W. Gray St., Elmira, on Friday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services
will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, June 24, at 10:00 a.m.
Father Leon Love officiating. Interment will follow in Chemung Cemetery,
Chemung, NY. Flowers are welcome, those wishing may make memorials to the
American Cancer Society, 627 W. Church St., Elmira, NY 14905 or Emmanuel
Episcopal Church, 380 Penna. Ave., Elmira, NY 14904. Eleanor is survived
by her loving family, husband, R. Arden DeVore; son, Mark N. DeVore;
daughter and son-in-law, Gwendalyn J. and Thomas E. Mahon all of Spring
Hill FL; two grandchildren, Kimberly Olhauser and Beth Groesch; two
great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Eleanor was born in Elmira,
NY on January 26, 1921. She was a retired office manager from the former
Hygeia Refrigeration Plant of Elmira, and was predeceased by her
parents, Racy Harrison Cortright and Lena May Killey Cortright.
DEWEY - POST
Jeanne C. Age 78, of Waverly, NY, died Friday morning at the Robert
Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. She was born in Ithaca, NY on November 9,
1926, the daughter of the late Charles and Grace (Sager) Dewey. She was
married to Robert Post, who preceded her in death. She was a member of
the First Baptist Church of Chemung. She was also a member of the Waverly
Senior Citizens. Jeanne enjoyed making quilts for the homeless. She also
loved the time she spent with her family. She is survived by three sons,
Robert (Dusty) Post and Charles (Vicki) Post, both of Chariton, Iowa, Dennis
(Angela) Post, Addison, NY; four daughters, Lissa (Doug) Depew, Chemung,
NY, Jacquelyn (John) Satterly, Dutton, VA, Patti (David) Cooke, Chemung,
NY, and Penny (Joseph) Satterly, Waverly, NY; a brother, Harlan Glen Dewey,
Georgetown, DE; two sisters, Joyce Feathers, Chemung, NY, and Jackie Guiles,
Lowman, NY; 15 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and several nieces
and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in
death by two brothers, Bill Tharp and Tim Dewey. Services will be held
Monday at noon at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main St., Wellsburg.
The Rev. James Mott will officiate. Family and friends may call at the
funeral home Sunday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and Monday from 11 until time
of service. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in
the Chemung Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the First Baptist
Church of Chemung.
DIX Gerald H.
Age 83, of Owego, NY, passed through the gates of Heaven on Sunday,
July 20, 2008, after a brief illness. He was born in Horseheads, NY, the
son of the late Charles J. and Dora (Vickery) Dix on June 29, 1925. Mr.
Dix was a man of many trades. He was best known as an operating engineer
and worked on many construction sites in the area. He was a man with a
great smile and sense of humor. He was a friend to many, and his conversations
of life experiences will be missed by all. He was a member of the Operating
Engineers Union and a life member of the National Rifle Association. He
was an avid sportsman who loved to fish and hunt. Besides his parents;
he is predeceased by his sisters, Eleanore Dix, Julia Dix Grover and Alda
Dix Gee; his brothers, Charles T. Dix and Earl Dix; and a niece, Beverly
Gee Keater. His life companion, Bernice Marsh, also preceded him in death.
He is survived by his nieces, Margaret Carriagan of Elmira, NY, Diane Belknap
of Elmira Heights, NY, Carol (Robert) Hawley of Arizona, Phyllis (Jim)
Robbins of Pine Valley, NY, Joanne (Ed) Fish of Alpine, NY, and Amanda
Bolt of Millerton, PA; his nephews, William (Jo Ann) Grover, Jr. of Painted
Post, NY, Charles (Debi) Grover of Sayre, PA, and Jonathan (Sharon) Grover
of Corning, NY; many great-nieces and nephews, and a host of friends. Family
and friends are welcome to call from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 24,
2008, at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY.
The funeral service will immediately follow with Rev. Elwin and Rev. Marion
Brown officiating. Burial will be in Chemung Cemetery at the convenience
of the family. Flowers will be provided by the family. Memorial contributions
may be made in Gerald's name to Lourdes Hospice, 596 5th Ave., Owego, NY
13827. Praise The Lord, Hallelujah, Amen Published in the Star-Gazette
on 7/22/2008
FRISBIE, Hoskins, Kennedy, Eleanor
Age 81, Devoted wife, mother & grandmother of Carriage Estates,
Lot 71, Formerly of Sagetown Rd. Pine City, Elmira, died peacefully at
1:15 a.m. on Sunday, May 19, 2002 and went to be with her predeceased family
after suffering with Alzheimer’s. Survived by Children; Joyce Richardson,
FL; Harry (Marie) Hoskins, Sayre; David Hoskins, Corning; Arvilla (Jim)
Scrip, NC; Mary (Jim) Butts, Dundee; Guy (LaVanna) Hoskins, W-VA; Kenneth
(Tina) Kennedy, Pine City; Geraldine (Rick) Pipe, NC; Irene (Marc) Williams,
Elmira; 44 Grandchildren; 57 Great-grandchildren; 4 Step-children: Arlene
Soules, Red Creek, NY; Laura (Dick) Giles, Mansfield,PA; Linda (Dick) Brace,
Mansfield, PA; James Kennedy, Sayre; Several nieces, nephews, cousins,
and her faithful dog “Baby.” Eleanor was predeceased by her parents: Charles
and Mary Frisbie; 9 brothers and sisters; husbands: David Hoskins &
Gerald Kennedy and a granddaughter, Linda Hoskins. Eleanor was a lifelong
member of the Women of the Moose, Elmira, and a social member of the Sayre
VFW. Family will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home,
Monday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Funeral Service there Tuesday at 1 pm, Rev. David
Hall of the Maple Avenue Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow
in Chemung Cemetery. The family wishes to give special thanks to the Lydon
Personal Care Home in Gillett & the Nurses and staff at St. Joseph’s
Hospital 3rd floor wing for their wonderful care, attention and kindness.
GARDNER - REEDY, Gertrude M.
Age 88, formerly of James St., Elmira, NY, died on Thursday, May 29,
2008, at Elderwood Nursing Facility in Waverly, NY. There will be no calling
hours. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Peter and Paul Church,
Elmira, on Tuesday, June 3 at 9:30 a.m. Rev. Walter Wainwright Celebrant.
Interment will follow in Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, NY. In lieu of flowers,
those wishing may make donations to St. Peter and Paul Church, 161 High
St., Elmira, 14901. Gertrude is survived by a nephew, John (Linda) Freeman
of Chemung; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Joan and Joseph Genouse of
Horseheads, NY; sister-in-law, Marion Gardner of Chemung; and many great-nieces
and nephews. Close friends, Connie and Mike Skordynski, Bob and Doris Personius,
all of Elmira. Gertrude was predeceased by her loving husband, Charles
A. Reedy; parents, John and Rose Gardner; sister and brother-in-law, Elnora
and Claude Freeman; brother, Armein Gardner. Gertrude was a retired book
keeper from the former Jerome's Clothing Store of Elmira. She was a great
story teller bringing joy to all who knew her.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 5/31/2008 - 6/1/2008.
GRACE Charles William "Bill"
Longtime Chemung resident died at the Ira Davenport Hospital in Bath,
NY, on November 19, 2007. He was born on January 11, 1915. Bill was predeceased
by his parents, Ward and Mabel Grace; wife, Kathryn (Parks) Grace; and
brothers-in-law, Don and Ivan Parks. He was especially proud of his 40
years of service to the town of Chemung in the roles that included: Assessor,
Highway Superintendent, Councilman and Supervisor. Bill also operated a
dairy farm and was a long-term member of the Chemung Methodist Church,
Grange, Masons, and Farm Bureau. He currently is a member of the Buena
Vista Wesleyan Church. Bill is survived by sons, James (Vicki) Grace of
Bath and Thomas (Paulette) Grace of Livingston, NJ; grandchildren, Elizabeth
(Jeff) Grossman of New City, NY, Susan (Eric) Larson of Waverly, NY, and
Jeffrey Grace of Livingston, NJ; great-grandsons, Jacob Grossman and Hayden
Larson; sister-in-law, Shirley Parks; and a niece and nephews and their
families. Family and friends are welcome to call from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, November 21, 2007, and again from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Friday,
November 23, 2007, at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street,
Wellsburg, NY. The funeral service to honor Bill's life will be held at
11:00 a.m. on Friday with his Pastor, Rev. Daniel Pickering and Rev. James
Carr officiating. Burial will follow the funeral in Chemung Cemetery. In
lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Bill's name to the
Fred & Harriett Taylor Health Center's Activity Department, 5451 Rt.
54, Bath, NY 14810; or to the Chemung Methodist Church, 5369 Main St.,
Chemung, NY 14825. Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/20/2007.
HUBBARD - GRACE
Clara Belle Age 95, of Elmira, New York, passed away on Sunday, January
8, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born on July 16, 1910
in Chemung, NY to the late Clarence and Cora (McNeil) Hubbard. Clara was
predeceased by her husband, Elwood Grace; sisters, Emma Mae Blauvelt, Floy
Gunderman and Edna Richards; daughters-in-law, Marilyn Grace and Doris
Grace; and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Robert and Helen Grace and
Ambrose and Lorena Grace; sister-in-law, Barbara Grace. She is survived
by her sons, Louis Grace of Romulus, NY, and Richard Grace of Chemung,
NY; grandchildren, Gary Grace of Elmira, Linda Grace of Eldersburg, MD
and Douglas Grace of Chemung, NY; eight great-grandchildren; brother-in-law,
Frank Grace of Mason, MI; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Arthur and
Madge Grace of Chemung, NY; sister-in-law, Irene Doane of Waverly, NY;
along with several nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to
attend a Memorial Service for Clara on Saturday, January 14th, at 11 a.m.
at the Chemung United Methodist Church, Main Street, Chemung, NY, with
Reverend William MacFarland officiating. Interment will be held at the
convenience of the family in Chemung Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial
donations in Clara's name can be made to the Arnot Ogden Medical Center,
Floor 4D, Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14905, or to the Chemung United Methodist
Church, Main St., Chemung, NY 14825.
INMAN
Robert E. Of Elmira, NY Age 75, went home to be with his Lord, December
19, 2001 peacefully at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. He was the
son of the late Jon D. and Ileta (Tichenor) Inman Cronkwrite. He is survived
by his loving wife of 56 years, Margaret Birney Inman; son, Kenneth Inman
of San Antonio, TX; daughter, Kathleen Inman of Elmira, NY; grandson, Eric
(Jennifer) Inman of San Antonio, TX; great granddaughter, Jillian Inman
also of San Antonio, TX; brother, James (Carolyn) Inman of Madison Heights,
VA; sisters, Kay (Irwin) McElwee of Kissimee, FL; Toni (Jack) Jones of
Land O'Lakes, FL; aunt Gladys Richards of Waverly, NY; uncle Herm (Rachel)
Theetge of Sebring, FL; along with several nieces and nephews. His son,
Thomas Inman, brother, Ernest Inman and sister, Glenda Inman, predeceased
him. Bob, as he was affectionately known, was self-employed as a home improvement
contractor for over 40 years. His hobbies were genealogy research, history
and model railroads. He was a member of the Southside Baptist Church where
he was active as a Sunday school teacher, youth worker, Deacon and Trustee.
Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.,
1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Saturday, December 22, 2001 from
2 to 4 PM. Funeral Services will be held there at the conclusion of calling
hours. (4 PM) The Reverend Donald Rockwell will officiate. Interment will
take place in the Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, NY at the convenience of the
family. Memorial Donations in the name of Robert E. Inman may be directed
to the Memorial Fund at Southside Baptist Church 601 Pennsylvania Ave.
Elmira, NY 14904 or to the Building Fund at the Christian Faith Fellowship
Church P. O. Box # 4212 Elmira, NY 14904.
MILAND B. ‘BUD’ KELLEY, 68, Lowman, NY, died suddenly October 5, 1993, at his home. Mr. Kelley was born in East Canton. He recently retired from General Crushed Stone Co., Horseheads. He is survived by his wife Florence; daughters and sons-in-law Beverly and Tom Wilcox, Roseville; Diana and Carl Chapman, Seminole, FL; Katherine Dillon, Springfield, VA; Sue Ann and Ken Stanton, Corning, NY; sons and daughters-in-law, Milan B. Jr., and Bobbie Ann, Greensboro, NC; Gary and Norma, Fassett, PA, Pete Ruger, Aleda, TX; sisters, Jessie Bryington, Canton; Betty Austin, Fassett; brother Wayne V. Kelley, Elmira Heights, NY; 15 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Mr. Kelley was predeceased by her mother, Myrtie M. Kelley and two brothers Elmer T. Kelley and Gerald C. Kelley. Services were held at the Roberts Funeral Home, Wellsburg, NY, on October 8, 1993, with Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating. Interment was at Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, NY. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
KIRK MABEL MILLER
Mabel Kirk 75, of Blackburn Hill, Waverly, passed away Monday, October
30th, 2006, at the Tioga Nursing Facility. Born November 17th, 1930 in
Waverly, New York, the daughter of the late Elizabeth R. Liddy Kirk and
Raymond L. Kirk. Her sister, Doris Kirk Wiggins, also predeceased her.
Mabel was a lifelong resident of the valley, worked many years for Thatcher
Glass and later owned and operated her catering business, Mabel's Catering.
She was a member of the Halsey Valley United Methodist Church and was the
secretary for the United Methodist Women in Chemung, and also the Chemung
Grange for many years. She is survived by her loving husband, Robert J.
Miller at home; her son, Ronald (Marylyn) Miller of Middleport, NY; her
daughter, Susan Marie (Michael) Garwood of Matthews, NC; her sister, Ruth
(Albert) Kirk Hollenbeck of North Spencer, NY; also her grandchildren,
Colby, and Griffen Miller and Lauren, Julie, and Mason Garwood; as well
as several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends are invited to call Wednesday,
November 1st, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Luckner Funeral Home, 449 Park
Avenue, Waverly. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, November 2nd at
11:00 a.m. at the Luckner Funeral Home with Pastor Daniel Burgess officiating.
Internment will follow at Chemung Cemetery. Those wishing may direct memorial
donations in Mabel's name to the charity of their choice.
LACKEY - KLUGO
Sonja D. Of Lockwood, NY. Loving wife of 30 years to George Klugo of
Elmira, NY, went to join her son Robert W. Jr. who predeceased her in 1983.
Sonja was born July 9, 1942 in Elmira, NY to Edward Lackey and Jean E.
Crain. She is survived by her daughters, Robin (Rusty) Stroman of Chemung,
NY, Gail (Rick) Straub of Waverly, NY, Jeannie Knapp of Virginia, Sonja
M. Klugo of Elmira; son, Scott (Julie) DeLiel; two sisters; aunts and uncles;
and twelve grandchildren. Memorial service to be held at Blauvelt Funeral
Home, 445 Waverly St., Waverly, NY on Saturday, November 19th, 2005, at
11 a.m. with graveside service immediately following at Chemung Cemetery
on North St. in Chemung. Family and friends will gather for food and fellowship
at a dish to pass luncheon upon conclusion of graveside service at Chemung
Methodist Church, Main St. Chemung, NY.
LAFRITZ Ronald L. Sr.
Age 60, of Chemung, NY, passed away Monday, May 14, 2007, with his
loving family by his side at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Ron is survived
by his wife, Audrey (Sharpsteen) of 41 years and their children, LaVern
(Roxanne) LaFritz of Chemung, Ronald (Melissa) LaFritz Jr. of Watkins Glen,
Lisa (Brian Sutton) LaFritz of Spencer; and his dog, Brandy. Ron is survived
by his grandchildren, Justin, Audrey, Jessica, Courtney, Jacob, Tiffany,
Michael and Brandon. Ron is survived by his mother, Edith LaFritz of Waverly;
and several brothers and sisters, Rodney (Connie) LaFritz of Redmond, WA,
Nancy (Robert) McCracken of Watertown, Richard (Glenna) of Waverly, Russell
(Sue) LaFritz of Waverly, Robert (Lois) LaFritz of Waverly, Hazel (Chuck)
Sutton of Horseheads, Robin (Bernadette) LaFritz, Ricky (Faith) LaFritz
of Nichols, Ralph (Kit) LaFritz of Brooklyn, and Ada Townsend of St. Augustine,
FL; along with several nieces and nephews. Ron was predeceased by his father,
Fredrick A. LaFritz; grandson, Ronald LaFritz II; nephew, Fredrick LaFritz
II; and mother and father-in-law, Naomi and Wilbur Sharpsteen. We would
like to thank the special people at AOMC, especially Wendy and Mike from
3B. Also to a special friend Dennis Ganton for all the support. Ron spent
many years working for Schweizer Aircraft Corp. as a painter and many years
in the Army Reserves. We love you and miss you Dad. Family and friends
are invited to call on Wednesday, May 16th from 4 to 7 p.m. at the James
D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral Services will follow at 7 p.m. with Rev.
David Sullivan officiating. Committal services and interment will take
place on Thursday, May 17th at 10 a.m. in Chemung Cemetery.
LEACH Jean Of Horseheads, NY Age 63, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, October 2, 2006, peacefully where she has resided on Cedar Drive at CP of Chemung County for 22 years. Her father, Clinton J. Leach; brother, Raymond C. Leach; nephews, Arthur "Skeet" Leach and Raymond C. "Butch" Leach, predeceased her. She is survived by her loving mother, Inez Leach of Horseheads, NY; beloved sister, Esther (John) Bryan of Erin, NY; nieces, Anita Jo Wilcox of Elmira, NY, Brenda Lee Bryan of California, Vicki Seaman of Elmira, NY, Leida Knab of Athens, PA; nephews, Jonathan A. Bryan of Elmira, NY, David Leach of Florida, Keith Leach of California; along with numerous great-nieces, great-nephews and her extended family at the UCP House. Jean loved music and enjoyed going out to eat with her mother. She was loved and will be missed by all of her family, friends and staff. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Wednesday, October 4, 2006, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Funeral services honoring her life will be held there following the visitation (4 p.m.). The Reverend David Swartwood will celebrate Jean's services. Interment will take place in the Chemung Cemetery Chemung, NY, at the convenience of the family.
LEE - GENEVIEVE CLARK
Genevieve A. Clark, 79, RR 3, Troy, PA passed away Friday, March
29, 2002 at the Bradford County Manor. She had resided there the
last ten years with a multiple sclerosis-related health problem. She was
born January 22, 1923 in Terry Township, the daughter of James L. and Rosa
Chilson Lee. Among her survivors are sons and daughters-in-law, Elmer and
Mary Clark of Morenci, AZ and John and Laura Clark of Athens, PA; daughters
and sons-in-law, Rosemary and Loren Forrest of Ulster, PA and Barbara and
Wesley Hoose of Sayre, PA; 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren;
sisters, Beatrice Simons of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Anna (Aubrey) Cole
of Athens, PA, Ruth (Kenneth) Shipman of Barton, NY and Susan (Richard)
Comstock of Wellsburg, NY; brothers, Bob Lee of Columbia Cross Roads, PA,
Cameron Lee of Sayre, Clayton (Grace) Lee of Sayre, PA, Perry Lee of Florida
and Joe Lee of Troy, VA. She is predeceased by her husband Elmer; a granddaughter;
a sister, Mildred Brown and a brother, Jacob Lee. Funeral services were
held at the Lowry Funeral Home in Athens on April 1 with the Rev. James
Donahoo officiating and burial to be in Chemung Cemetery in Chemung, NY.
Memorials may be made to the recreation department of the Bradford County
Manor RR 3, Troy, PA 16947.
LEE –GENEVIEVE A. CLARK, 79, of Troy RR 3 passed away at the Bradford County Manor Friday, March 29, 2002. Born Jan. 22, 1923, in Terry Township, she was the daughter of James L. and Rosa Chilson Lee. She was a member of the Sayre Christian Church. On March 28, 1942, she married the late Elmer B. Clark. Because of multiple sclerosis-related heath problems she had resided at the Bradford County Manor for the past 10 years. She enjoyed the many activities of the Recreation Department. She will be remembered as the “Sweet lady” with a ready smile and kind word. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She was predeceased by her husband, Elmer; a granddaughter, Linda Quattrini; a sister Mildred Brown; and a brother, Jacob Lee. She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Elmer and Mary Clark of Morenci, Ariz., and John and Laura Clark of Athens; daughters and sons-in-law, Rosemary and Loren Forrest of Ulster and Barbara and Welsey House of Sayre; 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; sisters, Beatrice Simons of Columbia Cross Roads, Anna and her husband, Aubrey Cole, of Athens, Ruth and her husband Kenneth Shipman of Barton, N.Y., and Susan and her husband, Richard Comstock of Wellsburg, N.Y., brothers, Bob Lee of Columbia Cross Roads, Cameron Lee of Sayre, Clayton and his wife, Grace Lee of Sayre, Perry Lee of Florida and Joe Lee of Troy, Va.; an aunt Annabelle Lee of New Albany; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends and family may call at the Lowery Funeral Home, Athens, on Monday from 11:30 to 1 p.m. The viewing will be followed by the funeral and committal services at 1 p.m. with the Rev. James Donahoo, her pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, N.Y. Memorial donations may be directed to the Recreation Department of the Bradford County Manor, RR 3, Troy, Pa. –Towanda Daily Review.
LILLEY - STANTON Donna C.
Age 86 of 116 East Eighth Street Elmira Heights, NY passed away on
Monday September 15, 2008 at home surrounded by her loving family. Donna
was born December 19, 1921 in Athens, Pennsylvania the daughter of the
late Donald T. and Grace Granger Lilley. She married her husband, William
G. Stanton, on June 6, 1943 and they celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary
on June 6, 2008. Mrs. Stanton was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother
who was loved by everyone whose lives she touched. She was a member of
Trinity Episcopal Church in Elmira, NY. Mrs. Stanton was a 25 year member
and Past Grand Counselor of United Commercial Travelers. Donna was a avid
reader and enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and doing crossword puzzles. She
was pre-deceased by her parents and her brother Thomas Lilley. Mrs. Stanton
was a retired Optical Technician at Winchester Optical Company in Elmira,
NY. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 65 years William
G. Stanton; loving son and daughter-in-law: Bruce & Diane Stanton of
Horseheads, NY; loving daughter and son-in-law: Brenda & Ted Trowbridge
of Attleboro, Massachusetts; beloved granddaughters: Heather Trowbridge
and Tricia Trowbridge both of Attleboro Massachusetts; brother and sister-in-law:
Robert & Cathy Lilley of Independence, Kentucky; several nieces, nephews,
cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited
to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY
on Friday September 19, 2008 from 5-8 PM. Mrs. Stanton's Funeral Services
will be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday September 20, 2008 at 10 AM
with Father William C. Lutz officiating. Interment in Chemung Cemetery
in Chemung, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing
may remember Mrs. Stanton through memorials to Trinity Episcopal Church
304 North Main Street Elmira, NY 14901 or to Southern Tier Hospice 11751
East Corning Road Corning, NY 14830. Published in the Star-Gazette
from 9/16/2008 - 9/17/2008
LOVELL
J. Lewis Of Chemung, NY, 4347 County Route 60, Elmira, NY 14901, passed
away on Sunday, August 19, 2001 at home after an extended illness. He was
the son of the late Frank and Martha (Lawlor) Lovell. As a young boy, J.
Lewis worked in his father and grandfather's blacksmith shop in Chemung,
NY. He later became a Supervisor for the IRS in Elmira, NY for over 35
years and was the proud recipient of the Guttenhimer award. J. Lewis was
a member of the First Baptist Church in Chemung, NY. He was also a member
of the Chemung Valley Masons and the Fur-Fin-Feathers Sportsman Club. J.
Lewis was a very proud private pilot and was a Barnstormer. He is survived
by his loving wife of 11 years, Dorothy (Call) Lovell at home. J. Lewis
is predeceased by brother, Robert Lovell. Friends are invited to call at
Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY on Wednesday,
August 22, 2001 from 1 to 3 p.m. The funeral service will immediately follow
at 3 p.m. at the funeral home with the Reverend Betsy Crimmins, pastor
of the First Presbyterian Church of Elmira, NY, officiating. Interment
will be in Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, NY, at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Elmira SPCA.
FRANK R. MADIGAN, 89, formerly of 412 Olive St., Sayre, passed away at the Tioga Nursing Facility in Waverly, N.Y., on Feb. 6, 2006. Frank was born on Sept. 23, 1916 in Elmira, N.Y. He was the son of William and Ester Taylor Madigan. Frank was a member of the Athens Calvary Baptist Church where he served as a trustee. He retired from Thacher Glass in Elmira. Frank was a huge NASCAR fan and enjoyed fishing. He loved to spend time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His family was his life. Frank is survived by his sons, Mike (Betty) Madigan from West Melbourne Fla., and Tom (Marjorie) Madigan of Sayre. He is also survived by his brothers, Al Madigan of Campbell, N.Y., and Bill Madigan of Melbourne Beach, Fla., and his grandchildren, Shawn Madigan of Sayre, Kevin Madigan of Waverly, Marcy Elston of Sayre, Lisa Baird of Sayre, Brian Romania of Sayre, Michelle Glon of Lima, Ohio, Scott Romania of Binghamton, N.Y., Michael Madigan of Weston, Fla., and Mark Madigan of Woodstock, Ga. He is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Frank is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Barbara Masteller of Waverly, Marie Seeley of Lawrenceville, Pa., and Marie Preston of Sayre; and a son-in-law, Bill Romania of Sayre. Frank was predeceased by his parents; his wife Elizabeth on Dec. 28, 2004; and his daughter Donna Romania on Nov. 2, 2003. A time of gathering of friends and family will be held on Thursday, Feb. 9 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Blauvelt Funeral Home, 445 Waverly St., Waverly, N.Y. A funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Paul Barrett of the Athens Calvary Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family in the Chemung Cemetery. The family will provide flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Stray Haven, 194 Shepard Road, Waverly, N.Y.; the Athens Calvary Baptist Church 701 W. Pine St., Athens, Pa.; or Lourdes Hospice, 500 5th Ave., Owego, N.Y. Arrangements are under the direction of the Blauvelt Funeral Home, Waverly, N.Y.
MENTE Cameron James July 21st, 2005 Cameron James Mente, infant, of 712 Wycoop Creek Road, Chemung, NY, died Thursday, July 21, 2005, in Rochester, NY. Born June 21, 2005 in Sayre, PA, the son of David and Jennifer Picard Mente. He is survived by his parents, David and Jennifer; his maternal grandparents, Stephen and Mary Picard of Chemung, NY; his paternal grandparents, Deborah Holton of Wellsburg, NY, and William Mente of NC; two aunts, Lisa Picard of Chemung, NY, Amber Smith of Waverly, NY; one uncle, Jason (Mitzi) Mente of NC. A time for gathering with family and friends will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 26, 2005, at the Blauvelt Funeral Home, 445 Waverly St., Waverly, NY. The celebration of Cameron's life will be Wednesday, July 27, 2005, at the funeral home with the Rev. Carlos Lantis honoring his memory at 10 a.m. Burial will be at Chemung Cemetery
MOORE James Jr. Age 73, formerly of Chemung, NY, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2005, at his home in Oxford, NC, with his loving family by his side. James was born in Sayre, PA, son of the late James and Marie (Morningstar) Sr. James served our country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He retired from American LaFrance in Elmira as an assembler after many years of service, later going to work for and retiring from JM Manufacturing in Oxford, NC, as an assembler. James was an avid outdoorsmen, loved woodworking, assembling and painting car models, but most of all spending time with his family. James is survived by his wife, Alice, of 30 years; daughters, Kimberly (friend, Christopher) Rhodes of Oxford, NC, Pamela Vandergrift and Michelle (Robert) Galpin of Elmira, NY; sons, James A. (Roseletta) and Dennis (Susan) of Chemung, NY, Edward and Brian (Tessa) of Elmira; sister, Carleen (Scott) Thorp of Chemung, NY; brothers, Charles Moore and Dayrl Moore of Beaver Dams, NY; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. James was predeceased by his daughter, Robin Morris. Family and friends are invited to call Thursday, December 8, 2005, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 5 p.m. with Chaplin Mary Ann Klee officiating. Interment will take place Friday, December 9, 2005, at 11:30 a.m. in Chemung Cemetery with full Military Honors.
MORRIS Bruce E.
Passed away on December 21, 2007. He was born on February 1, 1937,
son of Leland E. & Leona Howe Morris. He was employed by the United
States Postal Service in Elmira for many years until his retirement. Bruce
was a member of the American Legion Post #0423 of Elmira; F&AM Lodge
#350 Chemung- Waverly, Chemung; Elks #62 Elmira; Moose Lodge #1490 Waverly;
NARFE of Elmira; A life member of the Ridgebury Sportsman's Club, Gillett,
PA. He is survived by a brother-in-law, Frederick A. Benn, New Smyrna Beach,
FL; a sister-in-law, Myra E. Morris, Lowman; nieces, Holly Ann Haeger,
FL; Carolyne Cesari, NY; nephew, Robert Morris, of NC, and uncle, Revilo
Van Horn, Himrod; several cousins, great nieces, great nephew's and many
close friends. In addition to his parents, Bruce was predeceased by his
brothers, Leland E. Jr. and Richard Lee, and sisters, Marlene L. Morris
and Vivian Benn, nephew, James F. Benn. Honoring his wishes there will
be no services. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at Chemung
Cemetery, Chemung, NY. Memorials may be directed to the Arctic League,
ASPCA, Salvation Army, American Heart Association or of one's own choice.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/25/2007.
DR. KARL T. NAEGELE, 30, of Sayre died May 13, 1988 at the Robert Packer Hospital. He was born July 12, 1957 in Philadelphia, the son of Dr. Edward and Sara Louise Kennedy Naegele. He did his medical residency at the Robert Packer Hospital and was an emergency room physician at the Troy Community Hospital until his illness. He is survived by his wife, Suzanne at home; a daughter, Stacie at home; his parents of Grove City, PA; and an aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Cuthburtson of Philadelphia. Funeral services were held at the Sayre Church of the Redeemer with the Rev. Donald Greenwood officiating and burial to be in Chemung Cemetery, Chemung. Memorials may be directed to the Sayre Fire Department Ambulance Corps or the Grove City College, Grove City, PA. –Troy Gazette-Register.
PASSMORE –ALICE LORENA PASSMORE GRACE age 94, of Wilawana Road, Elmira, NY, died Thursday, April 14, 2005, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. Born May 20, 1910 in Cherry Flats, PA, she was the daughter of the late Willard and Isabell Walker Passmore. She was a member of the Chemung United Methodist Church, and was a member for more than 50 years of the Chemung County Farm Bureau and Chemung Grange. She is survived by two daughters, Dorothy VanDusen of Barton, NY, and Barbara and Donald MacKenzie of DeRuyter, NY; a son, Frank and Marilyn Grace of Grayslake, IL; 12 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; ten great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Ambrose E. Grace; one grandson, Timothy MacKenzie; and one great-grandson, Andrew Neal. Friends may call Sunday, April 17, from 2-4 p.m., and Monday, April 18, from 10-11 a.m. at the Blauvelt Funeral Home, 445 Waverly St., Waverly, NY. Funeral and committal services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with her son-in-law, the Rev. Donald MacKenzie, officiating. Burial will be in Chemung Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to New Life Island, 990 River Road, Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972; or the Chemung Fire Department. Contributed by Carol Brotzman. –Elmira Star Gazette Apr. 16, 2005.
PATTON - Evening Times February 2, 2004 Dorothy M. Squires, 86, formerly of N. Hopkins St., Sayre, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005 at the Carpenter Personal Care Center in Tunkhannock, Pa. She was born Jan. 29, 1919 in South Waverly, the daughter of the late Albert and Helen Eddy Patton, and wife of the late Ronald D. Squires.Dorothy is survived by: a son, Ernest Presher of Lexington, Ky.; a daughter, Yvonne Cooper of Mehoopany, Pa.; four grandchildren, Jane and David Lunger, Mary and John Lynch, James Cooper, and Thomas and Beth Cooper; great-grandchild, Madylin Cooper; step-daughter, Barbara and Edward Manginelli of Big Flats; step-son, Dennis and Linda Squires of Waverly; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Dorothy was predeceased by: her parents and husband; her former husband, Ernest Leon Presher; a sister, Ada Ryan; two brothers, Robert and Frank Presher; a son-in-law, Harry Cooper; and step-son, Gary Squires. Funeral and committal services will be held Thursday, Feb. 3, 2005 at 1 p.m. at the Luckner Funeral Home, 449 Park Ave., Waverly. Rev. James Fox will officiate. Friends may call at the funeral home from 12 p.m. until the time of the service. Interment will be in the spring at Chemung Cemetery. Those wishing may direct contributions in Dorothy's memory to the charity of their choice.
HAROLD BURTON ‘ROUDY’ PERRY JR., 47, of 198 Center Street, Waverly, N.Y., died Friday evening, April 10, 1998, in Zephyrhills, Fla. Born June 10, 1950, in Waverly, N.Y., he was a son of Rose M. Vincent Perry and the late Harold Burton Perry Sr. Harold attended Waverly High School and later served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam Conflict. He was the recipient of numerous medals, including the Purple Heart. He was formerly employed by the Ingersoll-Rand Corp. in Painted Post, N.Y. Harold was a member of Skiff-Bower VFW Post No. 1536, Sayre, Pa. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Ann Vanderpool Perry of Towanda, Pa.; h is son, Harold Burton “Rocky” Perry III of St. Augustine, Fla.; his mother, Rose M. Perry of Waverly, N.Y.; a granddaughter, Rachel Perry of Waverly, N.Y.; sisters, Shirley Gallup of St. Augustine, Fla.; Sandra Arnold of Greensville, S.C.; sisters and brothers-in-law, Rachel and Robert Warnes of Pittsburg, Pa., Patricia and Eli Vanderpool of Barton, N.Y., Betty Robbins Blair and David Blair of Waverly, N.Y.; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by a son, Jonathan Scott Perry on March 6, 1981; his father, Harold Burton Perry Sr., on July 23, 1976; a sister, Mary Shay on Nov. 19, 1968. The funeral service will be held Thursday, April 16, 1998, at 2 p.m. at the Luckner Funeral Home, 449 Park Ave., Waverly, N.Y., with the Rev. David Wilkerson, Pastor of the Church on the Hill, Milan, Pa., officiating. Interment will be in the Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, N.Y., with Skiff-Bower VFW Post No. 1536, Sayre, according full military honors. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service Thursday afternoon at the funeral home. The family suggests that memorials may be directed to Rose M. Perry, 198 Center St., Waverly, N.Y. in Mr. Perry’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review.
PRUYNE –VERA G. DECKER, formerly of Chemung, NY, passed away peacefully, Wednesday morning, September 15, 2004 at Elcor Health Services where she had been residing. Born on December 23, 1922 in Sayre, PA. Vera was a daughter of Ernest and Emma Bennett Pruyne. She was the loving wife of Nelson Decker for over 59 years until his passing; Vera enjoyed being a homemaker and was active in the Chemung Baptist Church. Surviving is her loving family, a sister, Betty J. Decker, Southport; a sister-in-law, Ruth Pruyne, Sayre, PA; her aunt, Leona Bennett, Nichols, NY; nieces, nephews, great-nieces & nephews, Great-great-nieces & nephews, cousins and friends. Vera was predeceased by her parents, Ernest and Emma; her husband, Nelson; her sister, Wilma Wood and her brother, Jerome Pruyne. Vera was cremated at the Northern Bradford Crematory, her family and friends will be received at Caywood’s Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Sunday, September 19, 2004 from 2-3 p.m. A memorial service honoring her life will be held at 3 p.m. with the Reverend Vince Cooper officiating. Her ashes will be interred in the Chemung Cemetery at her families convenience on Monday. Memorial donations may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY in her memory. –Elmira Star Gazette.
RANDALL - GRESSEL
Dorris A. Age 81, of 19 Johnson Street, Waverly, NY, died Wednesday,
March 7, 2007, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Born January
14, 1926 in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Charles and Myrtle Scott
Randall of Waverly, NY. Dorris was the editor for Waverly Sun Newspaper,
a member of the DAR, Polyhymnia, Life member of Grace Episcopal Church,
Church Woman, Vestry, St. Ann's Altar Guild, and was a graduate of Waverly
High School and then attended Elmira College. She was Village Clerk for
the Village of Waverly until her retirement. Dorris is survived by her
husband of 60 years, Albert; her two daughters, Ardyth Gressel (John Enlow)
of Sayre, PA, Janet Gressel-Craig (Barry) of Bath, NY; two grandchildren,
Christina Stires (Mark Ferguson) of Athens, PA, Jacqueline Stires (Matthew
Shap) of Jacobus, PA; one great-granddaughter, Mackenzy Ferguson of Athens,
PA; three sisters, Charlene (Dean) Rodka of Waverly, NY, Jean (Donald)
Bush of Rome, NY, Mary Ellen Bartlett of San Antonio, TX; two brothers,
Charles Randall of TX, Clifford (Dorothy) Randall of FL; several nieces
and nephews; predeceased by two sons, Christopher Robin and Eric Gressel;
her faithful companions, Max, Mitzi and Mikey. A time for gathering with
family and friends will be from 7-9 p.m., Sunday, March 11, 2007, and Monday,
March 12, 2007, from 2-3 p.m. at the Blauvelt Funeral Home, 445 Waverly
Street, Waverly, NY. The celebration of Dorris' life will follow the visitation
with the Rev. Benjamin Lee Lentz honoring her memory at 3 p.m. Burial will
be in Chemung Cemetery at Chemung, NY. In lieu of flowers, expressions
of sympathy may be directed to American Stroke Association, 59 Court Street,
4th Floor, Binghamton, NY 13901, or Alzheimers Association, 401 Hayes Ave.,
Endicott, NY 13760, or Stray Haven Humane Society, 194 Shephard Road, Waverly,
NY 14892.
Harold H. Schuyler, 64, of Broad St. Ext., Waverly, died this morning, Jan. 7. 1972, at the Robert Packer Hospital after a short illness. Born in Waverly, June 8, 1907, he was the son of the late Warren and Lillian Peterson Schuyler. He resided in Waverly all his life, and attended Waverly Central School Systems. Mr. Schuyler was a member of the First Baptist Church in Waverly. He was a veteran of World War II. He also belonged to the Royal Order of Cooties and was a member of the Skiff Bower Post VFW No. 1536. Mr. Schuyler is survived by two daughters, Mary and Gloria Schuyler at home; one brother, John Schuyler Waverly; three sisters, Mrs. Eleanor Smith of Bath, Mrs. Ruth Walker and Mrs. Dorothy Horton, both of Chemung; several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Luckner, 449 Park Ave., Waverly, Sunday from 2 to 4 and from 7 to 9. Services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the funeral home with Rev. Clifford Bammesberger, pastor of the First Baptist Church in Waverly, officiating. Full military rites will be accorded at the Chemung Cemetery, Chemung.
SETZER FLORENCE TOWNSAND
Florence Age 94, of Wyncoop Creek Road in Chemung, passed away Sunday,
October 8, 2006, at the Tioga Nursing Facility. Born March 27, 1912 in
Bradford County, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Lena (Wood) and
Willard Setzer, and wife of the late Ernest Townsand. Florence was a homemaker,
mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, and
lifelong resident of the valley. She is survived by her family sons, Kenneth
Townsand, Elmira, NY, Gerald Townsand, Chemung, NY, Ronald (Darlene) Townsand,
Chemung, NY, and Donald Townsand, Sayre, PA; and her daughter, Marlene
(David) Coyle of Chemung, NY. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren,
32 great-grandchildren, and 15 great-great-grandchildren, as well as many
nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends are invited to call on Tuesday evening
from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Luckner Funeral Home, 449 Park Avenue, Waverly,
NY. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home at 8:00 p.m. with
Pastor Chris Gray of the Greater Valley Assembly of God. Interment will
be in Chemung Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Those wishing
may direct memorial donations to the Chemung Fire Department, Chemung,
NY.
SETZER Florence Townsand, 94, of Wyncoop Creek Road in Chemung passed away Sunday, Oct. 8, 2006 at the Tioga Nursing Facility. She was born March 27, 1912 in Bradford County, the daughter of the late Lena (Wood) and Willard Setzer. She was the wife of the late Ernest Townsand. Florence was a homemaker, a mother, a grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother and lifelong resident of the Valley. She is survived by her family: sons, Kenneth Townsand, Elmira, Gerald Townsand, Chemung, Ronald (Darlene) Townsand, Chemung, and Donald Townsand of Sayre; her daughter Marlene (David) Coyle of Chemung; her 19 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and 15 great-great grandchildren, as well as many nieces nephews and cousins. Friends are invited on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Luckner Funeral Home, 449 Park Avenue, Waverly, N.Y. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home at 8 p.m. with Pastor Chris Gray of the Greater Valley Assembly of God officiating. Internment will be Chemung Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may direct memorial donations to the Chemung Fire Department, Chemung, NY.
SHADDUCK - ROBBINS
Ellen M. Age 86 of Waverly, NY, formerly of Chemung, NY, passed away
Monday, May 30, 2005 at home. Born June 23, 1918 in Chemung, NY, she was
the daughter of the late Arthur and Esther Peppard Shadduck. Mrs. Robbins
retired from Bob Clark's Hardware and Plumbing, was a member of the Living
Word Christian Church, was a 4-H leader of the Talmadge Hill Climbers for
two years, past Auxiliary President of the Waverly American Legion Post
#492, charter member of the Waverly V.F.W. Post #8104. She is survived
by her children, Jane Hallett of Waverly and friend, Conrad Bishop of Endicott,
NY, Carol and Bob Bolonde of Bend, OR, Walt Jr. and Edith Robbins of Chemung,
Jerry and Darla Robbins of Waverly, Jim and Jeanne Robbins of Waverly,
John and Nancy Robbins of Greensboro, NC, Mary Ellen and Mike Steck of
Waverly, Joe and Helen Robbins of Waverly; 21 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren;
brother, Henry Shadduck of Elmira; sisters, Doris Stone of Waverly and
Jean VanZile of Chemung; several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Robbins was predeceased
by her husband, Walter L. Robbins Sr., on Dec. 24, 1999; a son, Donald
Robbins; sisters, Pearl Wood and Minnie Kaupinnen; and brothers, Paul and
Stanley Shadduck. Friends are invited to call at the McKee Memorial Chapel,
462 Fulton St., Waverly, Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. Graveside Services
will be held at the Chemung Cemetery Thursday morning at 11 a.m., Rev.
Bruce Vanderpool officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Mrs.
Robbins' memory to the Hospice Program, in care of Our Lady of Lourdes
Hospital, 169 Riverside Drive, Binghamton, NY 13905
SHELANSKYELSIE
M. THOMAS
Elsie M. Age 101 Of Chemung, NY, passed away Friday, December 15, 2006.
She survived by her son, Roland Thomas and daughter, Gretta T. Flanagan;
son-in-law, Orlando P. Latini; grandchildren, Linda G. Buckley, James J.
Latini, Thomas P. Latini, Vincent L. Latini, Lisa A. Alexander, Martha
A. Shuman, Jeffrey J. Latini, Margaret E. Flanagan, Edward J. Flanagan;
14 great-grandchildren. Elsie was predeceased by her husband, Jacob A.
Thomas; daughter, Joyce A. Latini; grandsons, Michael J. Flanagan and Roland
J. Thomas; also granddaughter, Sharon T. St. Pierre; great-grandchild,
Kathryn B. Latini; daughter-in-law, Dorthea C. Thomas; also predeceased
by four brothers and two sisters. Elsie was a Teacher for over 25 years
and taught at many rural schools. She was your typical farm wife and operated
a fruit stand for many years, she enjoyed flower gardening, spending time
with her grandchildren and boating on Seneca Lake. She was both a member
and Treasury of Chemung United Methodist Church for over 50 years. She
traveled extensively both in the United States and throughout the world.
Elsie was a member of the Coachman Camping Club and enjoyed taking her
grandchildren camping with her. She had a real talent for taking pictures
and enjoyed doing Needle Work. Family and friends are invited to call at
Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. on Tuesday, December
19, 2006, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with funeral service there Wednesday at
11:00 a.m. The Reverend Dan Burgess will officiate. Followed by graveside
service in Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, NY.
SIMKIN Allen H, Of Elmira, NY, Was born December 16, 1912 in Wellsville, NY, the son of the late William A. and Mary (Church) Simkin, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, March 12, 2008, at the age of 95. His two loving wives, Inez and Eleanor; son, Roger; ten older brothers and sisters; and his nephew, William Parker, predeceased him. Allen is survived by his beloved daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Wilfred Bratt of Royal Palm Beach, FL; adored grandchildren, Christopher Lyndsey, Elizabeth Lyndsey-Schuler, and Cabe Lyndsey; much-loved great-grandchildren, Lea and Connor Lyndsey, all of the West Palm Beach, Florida area; several nieces and nephews, Eloise Hill, Robert Parker, Malcom Dwyer, Sharon Reynolds, Lauren Simkin; and special friend, Myra McNeal, also survive him. Allen was a graduate of Elmira Free Academy and also attended Alfred State University in Alfred, NY and Atlantic Union College in South Lancaster, MA. He was a faithful, devoted member of the Elmira Seventh Day Adventist Church. As a self-employed dairy farmer for over 50 years, Allen owned farms in the Gillett, PA, Webster, Chemung and Nichols, New York areas. He was in partnership on the Chemung farm with his brothers, Leon and Glen. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Saturday, March 15, 2008, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services honoring his life will take place on Sunday, March 16th at 2:00 p.m. in the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 813 Maple Ave., Elmira, NY 14904. Pastor Roger Curtis will celebrate Allen's services. Interment will take place in the Chemung Cemetery at the convenience of his family. Memorial donations may be directed to the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/14/2008.
William A. SMITH, 83 of Waverly, Monday, Feb. 5, 1945. Survived by son, Howard of Waverly; grandchildren, Mrs. Carrie Drake of Chemung, William C. of Towanda, DeWitt I. of Elmira, Howard Jr. of the United States Navy; five great-grandchildren. The body is at the Geer Funeral Home, Waverly, where funeral will be held Thursday, 2 p. m. Rev. L. W. Lunn. Chemung Cemetery.
SPENCER James K.
Age 69, of 697 Main Street, Chemung, NY, went to be with his Lord on
Thursday, May 31, 2007, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA, following
a courageous battle with cancer. Jim was born September 3, 1937 in Osceola,
PA, son of the late James C. and Eleanor Carpenter Spencer. Following high
school he served his country with the US Navy and later received his Associate's
Degree from Tompkins Cortland Community College. He was married on May
15, 1959 to the former Russetta J. Newman. Jim's career in Law Enforcement
began with the New York State Police. He was a Trooper with "Troop C" in
Ithaca, New York, until his retirement in 1982. He then worked as a Senior
Fraud Investigator for the Tioga County Department of Social Services,
was a Contract Deputy for the Chemung County Sheriff's Department. He served
as Town Justice for the Town of Chemung and was an Agent for the U.S. Marshal's
Service. Jim was a dedicated individual who loved his family and community
very much. His memberships included the Chemung United Methodist Church,
where he served as Treasurer, Cub and Boy Scout Leader, Chairman of the
Ithaca Fresh Air Fund. He coached Kiwanis and Babe Ruth Baseball and also
published several articles and a book on Civil War Generals. Jim was presented
with the "Trooper of the Year Award" from "Troop C" Ithaca, NY, which he
was very proud of. Survivors include his loving wife, Russetta J. Spencer
of Chemung, NY; his daughter and son-in-law, Nina and Tom Walden of Virgil,
NY; sons and daughters-in-law, James D. and Sheila Spencer of Chemung,
NY, Joseph C. and Becky Spencer of Chemung, NY; his sister, Ellen and Tom
Smith of Tulsa, OK; a brother, Terry and Bonnie Spencer of Knoxville, PA;
nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.
His parents and a sister, Roxene Spencer predeceased Jim. Family and friends
are invited to call Monday, June 4, 2007, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the
Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY. Funeral Services
will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 6 p.m. with Reverend
Dan Burgess of the Chemung United Methodist Church officiating. Interment
will be held Tuesday, June 5, 2007, at 11 a.m. in Chemung Cemetery with
Full Military Honors. Memorials are directed to the Chemung United Methodist
Church, Box 248, Chemung, NY 14825; or to the American Society, 1316 College
Ave., Elmira, NY 14901.
SQUIRES - Straitor, Jennie S. (SRGP 70471) - Age 84, of North St., Chemung, NY, Sunday, March 2, 1975, at the Tioga General Hospital, following a brief illness. Friends may call at the Russell Funeral Home, 462 Fulton St., Waverly, Tuesday to 2 to 4 and 7 to 8 pm. Funeral and committal service there Wednesday at 2 pm, the Rev. Malcolm Howard of the Chemung Methodist Church officiating. Burial in Chemung Cemetery. Survived by nephew, Ronald Squires of Sayre, PA, two nieces, Mrs. Russell (Helen) Husted of West Decautur, PA, Mrs. Gilbert (Gladys) Maxson of Rochester, several cousins. Mrs. Straitor was born in Ridgebury, PA, Feb. 10, 1891; the daughter of Thad and Florence Wright Squires. Lived in Chemung since 1904, she was a member of the Chemung United Methodist Church; the Chemung Grange, Senior Citizens and Senior Citizens Bowling Club; member of Star Chapter No. 9 O. E. S. Waverly.
STADELMAIER - GRINNELL, Mary Frances
Age 92, of Elmira, died Tuesday, January 15, 2008, at the Chemung County
Nursing Facility. Mary was born July 13, 1915, daughter of Herman and Grace
Boynton Stadelmaier. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by
her husband, Edgar "Ted" Grinnell, brothers, Herman, Jacob, Frederick,
and Carl Stadelmaier, sister, Esther Wilkins. Mary is the mother of Mary
Lou Deming of Elmira, and William Wilson of McLean, VA. Also surviving
are her step-children, Donna (Robert) Manchester, Kay Banfield, all of
Pine City, Duane (Martha) Grinnell of Horseheads; several grandchildren
and great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Charles "Si" Wilkins of Horseheads;
along with several nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to McInerny
Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Friday, January 18, 2008
from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow at 4:15 p.m.,
with Pastor Deb Roe officiating. Interment will take place on Saturday,
January 19, 2008 at Chemung Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette
from 1/17/2008 - 1/18/2008.
SWAIN INEZ R. LEACH
Inez R. nee: Swain Age 96, of Elmira Heights, died Sunday, February
11, 2007. Inez was born and raised in Chemung, NY, and is survived by her
daughter, Esther (John H.) Bryan of Erin; seven grandchildren, Brenda Bryan,
CA, Anita Wilcox, Elmira, Jonathan Bryan, Elmira, Leda Knab, Athens, PA,
David Leach, Florida, and Keith Leach, CA, Vicki Seaman, Elmira; and several
great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins
and many friends, including special friend, Sally Arnold. Her bright smile
and even brighter eyes glowed with her wit and charm will be sorely missed
by all that had the fortunate opportunity to cross her path. Inez was predeceased
by her husband, Clinton John; son, Raymond; and daughter, Jean Marie Leach;
grandchildren, Arthur (Skeet) Leach and Raymond (Butch) Leach. Inez was
a member of RSVP. Relatives and friends may call at the Kalec Funeral Home,
Thursday, February 15, from 2 to 4 p.m. followed by her Funeral Service
at 4 p.m. Burial at the convenience of the family in the Chemung Cemetery.
VANDUSEN
Helen Age 90, passed away on Friday, December 21, 2001 at Rochester
General Hospital, Rochester, NY after a brief illness. A resident of Penn
Yan, NY for the last few years of her life, Van was a long time resident
of Montour Falls, NY. She was born on November 12, 1911 in Caton, NY, the
daughter of Evered & Mary Starr Van Dusen. Her parents and siblings,
Everett, Charles and Ruth VanDusen, predeceased her. "Van" as many knew
her, served for forty years at both the Shepard and Schuyler Hospital's.
She helped deliver countless babies and gave aid and assistance to many
people in our community. For many years, she attended the Montour Falls
United Methodist Church and was a member of Fern Chapter #142 Order of
the Eastern Star, Montour Falls, NY. In addition to her beloved nieces
and nephews, great nieces and nephews she is survived by her sister-in-law,
Erma VanDusen and special friends Elinor Emmick, the entire Emmick family
and Ruth Hayes. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Montour
Falls United Methodist Church, Montour Falls, NY on Friday, December 28,
2001 from 1-3:00 PM. Her funeral service will be held there following visitation
at 3PM. Interment Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, NY at the convenience of the
family. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Montour Falls United
Methodist Church, Owego St., Montour Falls, NY in Van's name. Arrangements
under the direction of Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, Montour Falls, NY.
VanDUSEN,
James Benjamin “Ben”
Dairy Farmer and Equipment Dealer
Age 85 of Sayre, PA passed away on Saturday, March 3, 2001 at Robert
Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. He was born on December 13, 1915 in Athens
Township, PA, a son of the late Henry and Mary (Wilson) VanDusen.
Ben was a 50 year member of the Chemung Methodist Church. He owned
and operated VanDusen Farm Equipment for over 37 years. Ben was a
member of the Chemung-Waverly-Valley Lodge #350 F&AM for over 50 years
and the Scottish Rite. He was a member of the New York Farm Bureau,
the Chemung Grange #1104, the NY and PA Equipment Dealers Association,
the Former Eastern Milk Producers and an attendee of the Southern Tier
Widow and Widowers Social Group. Ben is survived by his wife, Betty
Anglehart of Sayre, PA; sons, Donald (Nancy) Anglehart of Edward, NY, Darrel
(Shirley) Anglehart of Gibsonville, NY and Ronald (Kathy) Anglehart of
Elmira, NY; daughter, Patricia (Joseph) Pronti of Big Flats, NY; 13 grandchildren;
five great grandchildren; sister, Jane (Walter) Frances of Cornwall, PA;
several nieces and nephews; and very special friends, Dick and Marty Walter
of Sayre, PA. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his
brother, Bill VanDusen. Friends are invited to call at Roberts Funeral
Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY on Wednesday, March 7, 2001
from 2 to 4 PM and from 7 to 9 PM with the Chemung-Waverly-Valley Lodge
#350 F&AM conducting a Masonic service at 8:00 PM. The funeral
service will be held on Thursday, March 8, 2001 at 1:00 PM at the funeral
home with the Reverend James Carr officiating. Interment will be
in Chemung Cemetery. Memorial contributions, in Mr. VanDusen’s name,
may be directed to the Chemung Fire Dept. Or to the Chemung-Waverly-Valley
Lodge #350 F&AM.
VANZILE Elwood W. Age 74, of Wyncoop Creek Road, Chemung, NY, died unexpectedly Monday, October 16, 2006, at home. He was born June 29, 1932 in Lawrence Township, PA, son of the late Walter and Iva Cleveland VanZile. Elwood was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served his country in the Korean War. He and the former Jean Shadduck were married December 30, 1950. Elwood was retired with 42 years of service from Corning Inc. where he worked in the Maintenance Department. He was a member of the Tioga County Antique Engines & Tractors Group and the American Legion. His hobbies included chain saw carving and spoiling his great-grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, Jean S. VanZile; son, Bruce and Cindy VanZile of Erin, NY; grandchildren, Kristy Arnold of Waverly, NY, Wade and Jennifer VanZile of Barton, NY; great-grandchildren, Kallysta Arnold, Amanda Houk and Jade VanZile; sisters, Evelyn Sayre of Tyrone, NY, Fern Plumley of Westfield, PA, Margaret Watson of Hereford, PA; brother, Charles VanZile of Westfield, PA; half sister and brothers, Sandy Hovencamp of Elmira, NY, Clayton VanZile of Elmira, NY, Walter Jr. (Sonny) VanZile of MA. Elwood was predeceased by his son, David VanZile; brother, Dewain VanZile; and sisters, Marjorie Kriedler and Mona Gills. Family and friends are invited to call Friday, October 20, 2006, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY. Funeral services will follow calling hours at 2 p.m. with Rev. James Carr officiating. The Chemung County Veterans Honor Guard will accord Military Honors. Interment will be in Chemung Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are directed to the Chemung Volunteer Fire Department or to the Hicks United Methodist Church.
WEBB - Mrs. Edith Morris, 77 of Wilawana, Monday Aug. 30, 1948. Survived by husband, Joseph; sons, Leland of Wellsburg, Arthur of Millport, Grand of Wilawana; sisters, Mrs. Timothy Harvey of Odessa, Mrs. Clara Smith of Bentley Creek, Pa; brother, Simeon Webb of Millerton, PA; and six grandchildren. The body was removed to the Kolb Funeral Home where services will be held Thursday at 2:30 p. m. Victor Smith of the Chemung Methodist Church will officiate. Burial in Chemung Cemetery.
WOOD - BEERS
Alice Wood Age 98 of Chemung, NY. Born June 19, 1907, the daughter
of Burt and Minnie Wood. Passed away Saturday, October 15, 2005 at the
Tioga Nursing Home. She was predeceased by her parents and her husband,
Franklyn; sister and brother-in-law, Charlotte and Wayne Rogers; sister-in-law
and brothers-in-law, Carlton and Breezie Beers, Armein Gardner, George
Snell; nephew, Kenneth Beers. Survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Dr.
Burton (Pauline) Beers, F. Keith (Marlene) Beers; daughter and son-in-law,
Joan (Dr. Robert) Shafer; sister, Marion Gardner; sister-in-law, Alice
Snell; fifteen grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, one niece, nephews
and cousins. Known affectionately as "Nam", she was a devoted wife, mother
and grandmother. She had a great love for children of all ages. She was
an avid reader and she enjoyed living in the Town of Chemung. Friends are
invited to call at the Blauvelt Funeral Home, 445 Waverly Street, Waverly,
NY on Tuesday, October 18, 2005 from 1 to 2 p.m. Funeral services will
follow at 2 p.m. with Rev. Ann Canfield officiating. Burial will be at
the Chemung Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers,
donations can be made to The Chemung Volunteer Fire Co., Box 138, Chemung,
NY 14825 or The Waverly Free Library, 18 Elizabeth St., Waverly, NY 14892.
WOOD
Charles W. Age 93 of Elmira, NY, passed away on Friday, May 20, 2005
at the Tioga Nursing Facility in Waverly, NY. He was born in Chemung, NY
on March 9, 1912, the son of the late John and Ada Wood. Charles was a
member of the Chemung United Methodist Church and was a very successful
life long dairy farmer who loved his cows. Charles is survived by a son,
Randy M. Wood of Waverly, NY; nieces, Doris Draper of Waverly, NY, Helen
Marie Cobber of Berkshire, NY; and several great-nieces and nephews. In
addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Marion
(Madigan) Wood; brother, Frank Wood; sisters, Grace Wood and Veeva Peterson;
and a special niece, Gertrude Ingolls. Family and friends are invited to
call at Roberts Funeral Home, 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY on Wednesday,
May 25, 2005 from 1 to 3 p.m., with funeral services immediately following
visitation at 3 p.m. with the Reverend William McFarland officiating. Interment
will be at the Chemung Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorial
contributions in Charles' name may be directed to the Stray Haven Animal
Shelter, Shepard Road, Waverly, NY. Arrangements have been entrusted to
the Roberts Funeral Home, Wellsburg, NY.
WOODHOUSE Ethlyn
Age 91, of Horseheads, NY, passed away April 4, 2007. The family will
receive friends Saturday from 6-8 p.m. at Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212
E. 4th St., Watkins Glen. A funeral service will be held there at 8:00
p.m.; Rev. Patrick Holder officiating; burial at Chemung Cemetery. She
is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Gary Weber of Horseheads;
grandchildren, Gary Christopher (Sarah) Weber of Brunswick, Maine, and
Rebekah (Jonathan) Prince of Mississauga, Ontario; two great-grandchildren,
Laura Prince and Aaliyah Weber; and sister-in-law, Norma Hood of Horseheads.
She was predeceased by her husband, Hugh "Woody" Woodhouse; parents, Deo
and Susie (Green) Hood; brother, Dr. Gerald Hood; and a great-granddaughter,
Lilly. Ethlyn was a teacher assistant and secretary to the principle of
Horseheads Elementary School from 1958-1976. Ethlyn and her husband were
married June 14, 1940 at the Oakwood United Methodist Church in Elmira
Heights, where she was a member of the church for almost 70 years. Memorial
donations in her memory may be made to her church.
? RUTH A. WALKER
Ruth A. Walker, 83, of Horseheads, NY, died Saturday, November
21, 1992 at Elcor Health Services. She was a member of the Daughters of
Union Veterans of the Civil War and a member of the women's Auxiliary of
the VFW. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Congdon of Gillett,
PA; sister, Dorothy Horton of Chemung, NY; sister-in-law, Lillian Schuyler
of Elmira, NY; grandchildren, Deborah (Daryl) Barnes of Gillett, PA, Arthur
(Rita) Congdon of Millerton, PA, William Congdon of Gillett, PA; four great-grandsons
and one great-granddaughter. There will be no services and burial was to
take place at the Chemung Cemetery. Arrangements were by the Barrett
Funeral Home. (TGR, Thursday, November 26, 1992)
? OWEN, Ruth M.
Age 93 of Passmore Rd., R.D. #2, Elmira, NY, died Wednesday, December
25, 1996, at home after a lengthy illness. Friends may call at Roberts
Funeral Home, Wellsburg, NY, Saturday, 2-4 PM with funeral and committal
services there immediately following at 4 PM. Interment will be in
Chemung Cemetery, Chemung, NY at the convenience of the family. She
is survived by her daughter, Alice Tice, at home; sons, Franklin (Marcia)
Owen of Waverly, NY and Ivan (Carol) Owen of Sayre, PA; daughter-in-law,
Eloise Owen, also of Sayre, PA; sisters, Cora Wilcox of Fulton, NY and
Lorena Grace of the Wilawana Rd., Chemung, NY; 12 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren
and 12 great-great-grandchildren; also several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Owen was a retired Assistant Housekeeper from the Arnot Ogden Medical
Center, Elmira, NY and was predeceased by her husband, Robert, and a son,
Robert.
? GREENE Dorothy G. Age 96, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2006 at
St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit, Elmira. Family and friends
are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave.,
Elmira, on Monday, August 7, 2006 from 1 to 3 p.m. with funeral services
there at 3 p.m. Interment in Chemung Cemetery at the convenience of the
family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made
in Dorothy's name to Centenary United Methodist Church, Memorial Fund.
Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Star-Gazette.com Obituaries
for 08/07/06
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