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CAMPBELL –MRS. CARRIE FAIRBANKS, 60 of 750 ½ E. Fifth St., Tuesday, July 9, 1963. She was an employee of Remington Rand. Survived by husband, Theodore Fairbanks of New Jersey; sons, Marshall of Ford, N.J., Richard of Syracuse, Robert, Theodore and Edward all of Elmira; daughters, Mrs. Pauline Lovell of Millport, Mrs. Janice McNeil of Elmira; brothers, Emerson Campbell of Cortland, Winfield of Elmira, Glenn of Canton; sisters, Mrs. Elsie Green of Canton, Mrs. Alice Wood of Alba, Pa., Mrs. Stella Ayers of Granville Summit, Pa., Mrs. Della Green of Windfall, Pa., Mrs. Corena McCarthy of Elmira; 24 grandchildren. Body at McInerny Funeral Home. Calling hours today 7 to p.m., Thursday to 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Friday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Cortland Bryant. Forest Lawn Memorial Park. –Elmira Star Gazette
CLARENCE CAMPBELL
Clarence M. Campbell, 71, of Elmira, NY died Thursday, May 21, 1998
at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Clarence was a veteran of World War II and
the Korean Conflict and belonged to the VFW. He is survived by seven children;
sisters, Marie Comfort of Penn Yan, NY; Charlotte Barnes of Troy, PA, Georgia
Cornell of Elmira, NY and Blanche Elias of Pine City, N. Clarence was predeceased
by two children; sisters, Doris Kettell and Betty Jane Updike; and a brother,
Clifford Campbell. Funeral services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home
in Elmira on May 25 with the Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating and interment
to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Those wishing may make memorials in
Clarence's name to the American Cancer Society, 627 W. Church St., Elmira,
NY 14905. (TGR, May 28, 1998)
CAMPBELL Everett I. Age 77, of Erin, NY, passed away peacefully Monday, May 1, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born October 5, 1928 in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Millard and Charlotte Gorsline Campbell. Everett was the owner of Campbell Salvage in Van Etten, NY, for 30 years. Surviving Everett is his loving and devoted wife of 55 years, Doris M. Travis Campbell of Erin, NY; son, Millard (Wes) and JoAnne Campbell of Horseheads, NY; daughters, Donna Vergason of Erin, NY, and Susan Williams of Erving, TX; grandchildren, Weston, Katrina, Dylan, and Autumn; brother, Millard and Vicky Campbell of Colchester, CT; and his faithful companion, Bear. The family will receive relatives and friends at Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY, 607-739-2035 on Wednesday, May 3, 2006, from the hours of 3 and 5 p.m. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family at Forest Hill Memorial Park, Elmira, NY.
CAMPBELL – Weldon E. Campbell, age 29, of 569 Johnson Hollow Rd., Beaver Dams RD2, died Saturday, August 3, 1968. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral there Tuesday 2 PM. Rev. David Crandall. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Survived by wife, Mrs. Linda (Bush) Campbell; daughter, Amy Lynne at home; sons, Mark Weldon, Lon Eric and Paul Jonathan, all at home; parents, Mr. & Mrs. Eugene J. Campbell of Erin RD1; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Alice E. Durham of Elmira Heights; sisters, Miss Donna L. Campbell of Erin RD1, Mrs. Alice M. Stoll of Elmira Heights; brothers, Edgar of Beaver Dams RD2, Dean A. of Horseheads; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Mr. Campbell was an ironworker affiliated with the ironworkers local No. 436.
CARL Robert W.
Age 66 of Elmira, NY peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior
on Thursday, November 13, 2008. Robert was born on May 31, 1942 in Farmington,
PA, son of the late Paul and Irene (Brimmer) Carl. Survivors include his
loving wife, Norma; sons, Robert (Terri) Buchanan and Robert Carl II; step-children,
Hillary (1st Lt F. Justin) Evert, Janine Geiger, Shelly Grant, Dale Johnson
and Roger (Missy) Johnson; sisters, Ruth (John) Barnes, Laura Cornwell
and Margaret (Raymond) Kastenhuber; brothers, Howard (Jackie) Carl and
Larry (Phyllis) Carl; grandchildren, Bobby, Teja, Chasiti, Jacqueline,
Whitney, Kaleigh, Brianna, RJ, Joe, and Josh; several great-grandchildren,
nieces, nephews and cousins. Robert was predeceased by his sister, June
Taylor; brothers, Gordon, Keith, Stanley and Ronald Carl. Robert retired
as a self-employed contractor. He was dearly loved by his family and friends
and will be deeply missed. Family and friends are invited to call Sunday,
November 16, 2008, at Hope Community Church at 356 W. Thurston St., Elmira,
NY from 2 to 4 p.m. Funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. with Pastor Duane
Baker officiating. Committal prayers and interment will take place in Forest
Lawn Memorial Park on Monday, November 17, 2008, at 10 a.m. In memory of
Robert, contributions may be made to Hope Community Church or Southern
Tier Hospice at 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. Arrangements have
been entrusted with the James D. Barrett Funeral Home.
CARLYLE Harry F. Age 78, of Lowman, NY. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, who went home to be with the Lord on December 10, 2003. He left behind a devoted wife of 56 years, Anna J. Carlyle; a son, Joseph (Cathy) Carlyle of Waverly; a daughter, Melanie Haxton of Waverly; two sisters, Elloween (Carl) Pierce of Halsey Valley, and Alice Frisbie of Mecklenberg; two brothers, William "Bill" (Gwen) Carlyle of Bolivar, NY, and Keith (Doreen) Carlyle of Halsey Valley; four grandchildren, Larry and Tim Haxton, Heather (David) Wilkerson, and Cassie (Jeff) Worden; three great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Helen (Avery) Carlyle; a sister, Helen Carlyle; and a grandson, Boyd Carlyle. Harry was a 1943 graduate of the Waverly High School, a veteran of World War II, serving in the Army and in 1949 he graduated from Honalogical Institute of Pittsburgh, PA. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, bowler, golfer and raced cars for many years at a number of dirt tracks in NY, including the old Chemung Speedrom. He drove Truck for many years for various companies, and was presently employed by State Line Auto Auction in Waverly. He was a member of the Waverly Moose Lodge, Waverly VFW and the Elmira American Legion. Family and friends are invited to call at Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY, on Friday, December 12, 2003 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The funeral and committal service will immediately follow at 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY, at the convenience of the family.
CLIFFORD G. CARPENTER JR., 68, of RR 3, Box 3256 Laceyville, Pa., (Silvara) passed away at his home in Silvara on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2003, after an illness. He was formally from the Elmira, N.Y. area. He was born in Elmira Heights, N.Y., on Nov. 17, 1934, the son of the late Clifford and Eva Harvey Carpenter Sr. Mr. Carpenter attended school through Volunteers of America and became a minister, serving his Lord for two years. He later became a truck driver, driving for Benscoter Trucking in Laceyville. He was also employed by A.B. Cole Trucking in Meshoppen, Pa., and also many trucking companies in the Elmira, N.Y. area. He was a member of the Silvara United Methodist Church. He was an avid bowler, bowling in various leagues at Shadowbrook, Tunkhannock, Pa., and in the Elmira, N.Y. area. Surviving is his wife of 39 years, Helen M. (Marbaker) Carpenter. Three daughters and spouses, Cindy (Duane) Chapman of Laceyville, Kathy (Richard) Miller of Wyalusing, Pa., and Christina (Bob) Engelman of Schuykill Haven, Pa. Two sons and spouses, Clifford (Wanda) Carpenter III of Oregon; and William Carpenter of Pottsville, Pa.: a step-daughter and husband Mary Ann (Sonny) Oldroyd of Winder, Ga., and a step-son and wife, Floyd (Laurie Ann) Millard of Cohoes, N.Y. Three sisters and spouses, Myrtle Kliner of Elkland, Pa., Lillian (Allan) Comfort of Pine City, N.Y. and Erma (Neal) Corey of Elmira, N.Y. and three brothers and spouses; Lester Harvey of Wellsboro, Pa., William (Vivian) Carpenter of Michigan, and Merle (Gayle) Carpenter of Elmira, N.Y.; 18 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter, Georgia Ann DeBeradinis, a step-son, Kevin Millard, a sister, Beverly Carpenter and a brother, Robert Carpenter. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Oct. 6, 2003 at 11 a.m. at the Sheldon Funeral Home, Main St., Laceyville, Pa., with the Rev. Beverly Murphy of the Silvara United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Elmira, N.Y. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. –Towanda Daily Review.
CARPENTER CLIFFORD G.
October 2003 Daily Review
Mr. Clifford G. Carpenter Jr., 68, of RR 3, Box 3256 Laceyville, Pa.,
(Silvara) passed away at his home in Silvara on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2003,
after an illness. He was formally from the Elmira, N.Y. area. He was born
in Elmira Heights, N.Y., on Nov. 17, 1934, the son of the late Clifford
and Eva Harvey Carpenter Sr. Mr. Carpenter attended school through Volunteers
of America and became a minister, serving his Lord for two years. He later
became a truck driver, driving for Benscoter Trucking in Laceyville. He
was also employed by A.B. Cole Trucking in Meshoppen, Pa., and also many
trucking companies in the Elmira, N.Y. area.
He was a member of the Silvara United Methodist Church. He was an avid
bowler, bowling in various leagues at Shadowbrook, Tunkhannock, Pa., and
in the Elmira, N.Y. area.Surviving is his wife of 39 years, Helen M. (Marbaker)
Carpenter. Three daughters and spouses, Cindy (Duane) Chapman of Laceyville,
Kathy (Richard) Miller of Wyalusing, Pa., and Christina (Bob) Engelman
of Schuylkill Haven, Pa. Two sons and spouses, Clifford (Wanda) Carpenter
III of Oregon; and William Carpenter of Pottsville, Pa.; a step-daughter
and husband Mary Ann (Sonny) Oldroyd of Winder, Ga., and a step-son and
wife, Floyd (Laurie Ann) Millard of Cohoes, N.Y. Three sisters and spouses,
Myrtle Kliner of Elkland, Pa., Lillian (Allan) Comfort, of Pine City, N.Y.,
and Erma (Neal) Corey of Elmira, N.Y., and three brothers and spouses,
Lester Harvey of Wellsboro, Pa., William (Vivian) Carpenter of Michigan,
and Merle (Gayle) Carpenter of Elmira, N.Y.; 18 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren,
and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded
in death by a daughter, Georgia Ann DeBeradinis, a stepson, Kevin Millard,
a sister, Beverly Carpenter, and a brother, Robert Carpenter. Funeral services
will be held on Monday, Oct. 6, 2003 at 11 a.m. at the Sheldon Funeral
Home, Main St., Laceyville, Pa., with the Rev. Beverly Murphy of the Silvara
United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in the Forest Lawn
Cemetery in Elmira, N.Y. Family and friends may call at the funeral home
on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m.
CARVINO - HENDERSON
Bessie Marion Formerly of Elmira, NY Age 88, of Cape Coral/Maltacha,
FL, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 16, 2001 at Hospice North in
Cape Coral, FL. She was born June 6, 1913 in Massena, NY the daughter of
the late David and Nettie (Morgan) Carvino. Bessie was preceded in death
by her beloved husband, Joseph Henderson January 19, 1976. Moving to Cape
Coral in 1961, she was a member of the First Christian Church of Port Charlotte,
Fort Myers White Shrine # 4, Lee County Order of Amaranth, Cape Coral Eastern
Star, Lehigh Rebekah # 68, Fort Myers Rebekah # 75 and LAPM. She loved
to be a Pink Lady for over 20 years for the Lee Memorial Hospital and Cape
Coral Hospital. She is survived by step-son, Robert S. Henderson and his
wife Loretta of Manlius, NY; daughter-in-law, Nancy Henderson of Petersboro,
NY; niece, Marabeth Ransom of Enterprise, AL; nephew, David Carbino of
North Port, FL; cousin, May Boop of Ontario, Canada; along with several
grandchildren, great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services
were held Wednesday, December 19, 2001 at 2:00 PM at the Metz Funeral Chapel
in Cape Coral, FL. Family and friends are invited to attend Graveside Services
on Friday, December 28, 2001, at 1:00 PM in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park
Cemetery Jerusalem Hill Road Elmira, NY. The Reverend James Crupi will
officiate. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations in the name of Bessie
Marion Henderson may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East Corning
Road Corning, NY 14830. Local arrangements have been entrusted to the Olthof
Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY.
CASSLEBURY –CORA L. FISH. A longtime resident of S. Broadway in Southport passed away very unexpectedly at her home on Sunday evening February 20, 2005 at the age of 80. Born on August 8, 1923, she was the daughter of Edward and Lydia Woodruff Casselbury. Cora was a devoted wife to her husband, Robert Fish and shared many happy memories in their 55 years of marriage until his passing in 2001. A homemaker, she loved filling her home with her large family, watching her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, camping with her family and many hours playing BINGO. Surviving are her loving children and their families. Dannie & Constance Fish, Robert R. & Pam Fish, Lester Fish, Julia Fish, Betty Hoyt, Helen Fish, Charles Fish & Linda Bennett; sister’s Elizabeth Bowes, Viola Brink, Gertrude Hitchcock, and Rosie Shaffer; a brother and sister-in-law, Francis & Dortheia Casselbury; thirteen grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Cora was also predeceased by her son-in-law, Robert Hoyt and several of her siblings. Family and friends will be received at Caywood’s Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Wednesday, February 23, 2005 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at Caywood’s at 8 p.m. with the Reverend Horace Stoddard officiating. Interment will take place at the families’ convenience in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, where Cora will be interred next to her husband, Robert Fish. –Elmira Star Gazette.
CASTLE - ICE-GOVUS, Eva (Eve) Marie (Castle)
Of Elmira, NY - Was born February 8, 1926 in Boone, NC, the daughter
of the late Millard and Zora (Moritz) Castle, passed away on Sunday, November
23, 2008, after an extended illness at Elcor Health Services at the age
of 82. She is survived by daughter, Deborah Fassel; son, Brian Ice; grandchildren,
Heather Gillbanks, John Stading, Tristan Fassel and E. Clark Ice III; great-grandchildren,
Melissa Gillbanks, Lauren and Erin Stading; sisters, Ruby Conley, Lela
Smith, Mabel Avery and Edna Groover; brothers, Alfred, Millard Jr. and
Frank Castle; along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was
predeceased by her husbands, E. Clark Ice Jr. (1969) and John D. Govus
(2008); brothers, Jim, Ben, Arnold and Claude Castle; sisters, Edith Cole,
Lola Stanbery, Shirley Metzger and Violet Jankowski. She was a longtime
member of the Christ United Methodist Church. Eve was born the tenth of
sixteen children to Millard and Zora. At age 5, she moved with the family
to a farm near Canton, PA. After graduating high school with honors, she
became a secretary and worked for Delmott Trucking. She soon moved to Elmira,
where she met and married E. Clark Ice, who worked as a music teacher in
the public schools. Eve was a secretary in the Land Office in Cheyenne
where Brian was born. When Clark earned his Master's Degree, the family
returned to New York, first to Cortland and then back to Elmira. Eve loved
music, playing and teaching piano, and accompanying Clark as he played
the violin. Piano duets were a favorite amusement, especially at Christmas
time. Eve's first grandchild was born soon after Clark's death and was
a great comfort to her. It tickled her when someone at the tennis court
would ask how old her daughter was, and then she would explain proudly
that Heather was her granddaughter. She took great joy in all her grand
and great-grandchildren. After her marriage to John Govus, she moved to
Thomasville, NC, where she made many new friends and was an active member
of the garden club. Everywhere she lived, she grew a garden with both vegetables
and flowers. Everywhere she went, she admired the gardens and wildlife,
particularly the birds. After several years of traveling the East Coast
with John, they moved back to Elmira. Although we miss her, we are comforted
by the thought that she is still with those she loved. Family and friends
are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., Elmira, NY on Tuesday, November 25, 2008, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Services honoring her life will be held there on Wednesday at 12:00
(noon). The Reverend Michael Weeden will celebrate Eve's services. Interment
will take place privately at the convenience of her family in Forest Lawn
Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to
Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/25/2008
CATLIN Stephen A.
For many years an employe of the Standard Oil Company, died Friday
afternoon at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. Forrest Warner of 507 West
Second Street, after several weeks illness. Mr. Catlin, a salesman for
the Oil Company, was retired about seven years ago. He was well known as
an enthusiastic baseball fan, Mr. Catlin is survived by four daughters,
Mrs. Laura Reese Arnold of Rochester, Mrs. Daisy Dean Reese Hoadley of
Lansing, Mich., Mrs. Rachel Brown of Philadelphia, PA., and Mrs. J. Forrest
Warner. The funeral will be held Monday in the Warner home at 2:30 pm.
The Rev. W.H. Willits will officiate. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. Died
May 19, 1933.
CHILSON Frederick "Rick"
Age 48, of Breesport, passed away Monday, April 9, 2007. Rick was born
Sept. 11, 1958 in Oneida, NY, the son of Ronald and the late Audrey (Hartung)
Chilson. Rick is survived by his wife of 25 years, Gina (Uvanni) Chilson;
daughters, Kelly Chilson and Josh Benjamin of Horseheads, NY, Kendra Chilson
and Chad VanAlstin, also of Horseheads, NY; father, Ronald Chilson of Rome,
NY; sister, Donna (Fred) Zalocha of Syracuse, NY; and many nieces and nephews.
Rick was employed as a driver for Leprino Foods in Horseheads. He served
as a faithful member of the Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses here in
Horseheads for the last 16 years. Always an outdoorsman, he enjoyed all
natures' beauty. Having battled Multiple Sclerosis for the last 18 years,
Rick in his earlier years also enjoyed skiing and motorcycling. Family
and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main
St., Horseheads, Today, Thursday, April 12, 2007, from 4-7:00 p.m. His
funeral service will be celebrated in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness,
708 Lena Place, Elmira, NY, on Friday, April 13, 2007, at 6:00 pm. Burial
service will take place privately at the convenience of his family in Forrest
Lawn Memorial Park.
ROY E. CHILSON, 70, of 1304 Pratt St., Elmira, died Thursday, March 16, 1989. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army. He is survived by his wife, Mary E.; stepchildren and spouses, Emma Shrimp, Towanda; Sarah Ackley, Towanda; Frank Maines, Elmira; Eugene Maines, Towanda; Florence and Harold Casselbury, Towanda; Lillian and John Casselbury, Laceyville; Marie and Hal Hagie, Elk Hart, N.C.; several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call at the Don Kalee Funeral Home, 705 East Church St., Elmira, Friday 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be held at the funeral home 11 a.m. Saturday, with Rev. Edward Lowmaster, officiating. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. –Towanda Daily Review.
CHRISTIAN Dennis P., Age 77, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born on January 29, 1931 in Elmira, NY, to the late Paul and Julia Christian. Dennis was predeceased by his wife, Aldeen Christian in 2001. Survivors include his children, Paul (Cathy) Christian of Deltona, FL, and Helen Christian (Robert Keiffer) of Elmira; grandchildren, Heather Keiffer of Elmira, John Beatty of FL, James Beatty of Buffalo, NY, and Kristin McCrory of FL; great-grandchild, Adler McCrory of FL; brother, Donald Christian of Elmira; sisters, Paula Hetrick of Elmira Heights, Joyce Christian of Elmira, and Hester (Pat) Watts of VA; along with several nieces and nephews; and his faithful companion, "Dingo." Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, March 18th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place there at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
CHURCHILL MADALINE M. THOMAS, 71 of Wellsburg, NY died Friday, August 20, 1993. She attended Fassett Baptist Church and was a member of Harmony Chapter O.E.S., Fassett Grange #1567. She was a distributor of Stanley Home Products for many years. She is survived by children, Robert and Donna Thomas of Elmira, Ella Ames of Erin, Larry and Charolette Thomas of Florida, William and Paula Thomas of Pine City, NY, Carol and Edward Ostrander of Elmira, Marene and Larry Gerow of Elmira; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Thomas. Funeral services were held at the Ballard and Lindgren Funeral Home on August 22 with the Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating and interment to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
CILLY - MILLER, Helen I.
A longtime resident of Christian Hollow Rd. passed peacefully at Broad
Acres Health and Rehabilitation Facility, Wellsboro, Monday morning, September
1, 2008 where she had been receiving care at the age of 87. Born on June
30, 1921 in Bentley Creek, PA; Helen was the daughter of Horace & Loretta
Snyder Cilly. She was married to Darwin Miller in 1941 and he predeceased
her in 1989. Helen was a homemaker, she enjoyed reading, and provided a
comfortable home. She was a communicant of St. Mary's Franklin St. Church.
Surviving is her loving family, a son, M. Darwin (Carol) Miller, West Elmira;
4 grandchildren, Barry Miller, Shawna (Rick) Comfort, Beth (Dave) Hodge
and Aaron Miller; 2 great grandchildren, Adam Comfort and Tyler Sparling;
a sister, Lucille Dunn, Elmira; a brother, Armin (Betty) Silley, Montour
Falls; nieces, nephews and family friends who will be received at Caywood's
Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Thursday afternoon,
September 4, 2008 between the hours of 3-5 p.m. Funeral services will follow
the time of visitation at 5:15 p.m. with committal prayers in the Gardens.
Burial will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at her families convenience.
In addition to her parents and husband, Helen was predeceased by her brother,
Eugene Silley who gave his life for his country during WWII.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 9/2/2008 - 9/3/2008
CLARK Emma M
MCNETT Emma M. Age 81 of Bethany Manor Horseheads, NY passed away peacefully,
Wednesday April 19, 2006. She was born on October 1, 1924 in Granville
Summitt, PA the daughter of the late Walter and Clara Hine Clark. She was
pre-deceased by her husband Samuel W. McNett on January 1993. Emma was
retired from Westinghouse after 29 years of service. Emma was a charter
member of Elmira Heights V.F.W. #6083 Auxiliary, and a member of Horseheads
American Legion Post #442 Auxiliary. She is survived by her son, Samuel
C. McNett of Elmira Heights, son, Thomass O. McNett (Mary Frank) of Elmira
Heights, NY, daughter, Lucinda McNett of Horseheads, NY; daughter, Kathleen
Howard of Eden, GA; brother, Ted Clark (Anita) of Sells, AZ; many grandchildren,
great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited
to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY
on Saturday April 22, 2006 from 2-4 PM. Funeral and Committal Services
will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 4PM. A Luncheon will
be held after the services at the Elmira Heights V.F.W. Everyone is welcome.
Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira, NY.
CLARK - LUCE Freida Mae
Age 90, of Elmira, NY. She was born December 26, 1917 in Pennsylvania,
daughter of the late Robert and Hazel (Wood) Clark, and passed away Thursday,
March 13, 2008, at Elcor Health Services. She was predeceased by her husband,
Hilbert in 1974; sister, Marie; and brothers, Harold and Raymond. She is
survived by her daughters and son-in-law, Jean and Ed Mathews, JoAnn Helstrom,
all of Elmira; grandchildren, Lisa, Kevin and Sherry; great-grandchildren,
Cierra, Carla, Dacoda and Chyanne; brothers, Leigh Clark of FL, and Fred
Clark of Tunkannock, PA; sister, Alice Bach of Baltimore, MD; along with
several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Luce was a member of Pine City United
Methodist Church. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent
Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Saturday, March
15th, from 5 to 7 p.m. Her funeral and committal services will be held
at 7 p.m. Rev. William Vallet will officiate. Interment will take place
in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 3/14/2008.
CLARK Ralph E. Of Horseheads, NY passed away on Sunday October 30, 2005 at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Ralph was born August 23, 1926 in Millport, NY the son of the late Floyd and Velma Hurd Clark. He was a veteran of WW II serving his country with the U.S. Army Air Corps and was a member of Bentley-Trumble American Legion Post # 442 in Horseheads. Ralph married his wife, Annajean Richards Clark, on June 23, 1947 and they recently celebrated their 58th Wedding Anniveresary on June 23, 2005. He was an Operating Engineer and member of Local 832 for 58 years. Ralph was pre-deceased by his son Jay Van Clark on May 12, 1963. Ralph leaves his wife of 58 years Annajean Richards Clark; sons and daughters-in-law: Ronald & Joyce Clark and Steve & Jennie Clark; daughters and sons-in-law: Lynne & Tim Gaylord and Kelly & Glenn Thresher; grandchildren: Lori & Thomas Snyder, Adam Clark, Greg and Garan Gaylord, Kyle Clark, and Curtis Thresher; great grandchildren: Alexandra, Katherine, and Michael Snyder; brothers and sister-in-law: Melvin & Virginia Clark and Kenneth Clark; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Joanna Richards, Howard & Helen Berry, William McLaughlin, and Mary Clark; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends including Jack & Pat Clark. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Wednesday November 2, 2005 from 5-6:30 PM. Mr. Clark's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours with Mr. James Radford officiating. Officers and members of American Legion Post #442 will meet at the Funeral Home on Wedenesday at 6:30 PM to conduct a memorial service for their departed comrade. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mr. Clark through memorials to Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East Corning Road Corning, NY 14830.
CLARK - MARSHALL
Romayne O. Lifelong Southport Resident Age 89, was born February 19,
1916 in Scranton, PA, the daughter of the late A. Jay and Leaphia (Cole)
Clark. She passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2005, at the Elcor Health
Services where she resided. Romayne was predeceased by her loving husband,
Robert M. Marshall in 1996; grandson, Matthew J. Marshall in 1991. She
is survived by her special friend and companion, Fred Bunke of Elmira,
NY; beloved children, Joan Knapp of South Carolina; Lillian (David) Loomis
of Elmira Heights, NY; Joyce (Michael) Hills of Elmira, NY; Robert (Joanne)
Marshall of Elmira, NY; Becky (Robert) Hitchcock of Elmira, NY; along with
several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many friends.
Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.,
1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY, on Wednesday, November 16, 2005, from
5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services honoring her life will be celebrated
following the visitation. (7:00 p.m.) The Reverend Joseph Kim will officiate.
Interment will take place privately at the convenience of the family in
Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be directed to the Alzheimer's
Association Support Group P. O. Box # 588 Elmira, NY 14902.
CLIFFORD –MARY E. ANDRUS, age 80 formerly of Harper St., Elmira, NY on Tuesday morning, July 3, 2001. Friends may call at the Holly-Keck & Baker Funeral Home on Friday from 12:00 noon until 1 PM, with funeral and committal services at the conclusion of calling hours. Rev. Fred Kelsey officiating. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY. She is survived by son Skip (Leon) Andrus of Elmira. Mary was predeceased by her husband Louis Dean Andrus in 1996, parents Leslie and Willa Clifford and was very active in Cub Scouts and Webelos. –Elmira Star Gazette.
ROBERT E. COATES, age 66, of Little Road, Lowman, NY passed away Friday, October 11, 2002 at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. Robert was born January 28, 1936 in Elmira son of the late Carter and Bessie (Bellows) Coates. He was retired from Kennedy Valve where he was employed in the Molding Department for many years. Robert was married the former Gwendolyn Gore. Bob was an avid outdoorsman and loved to fish and hunt. He was quick with a joke loving to make everyone around him smile and laugh. Surviving in addition to his wife Gwendolyn are his daughter; Rosemarie Coates of Odessa, sons, Erin Coates of Odessa and Roland Coates of Gillett, PA, sisters, Margaret Nash of Orlando, FL and Genevieve Nichols of Elmira, 14 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends are invited to call Thursday, October 17, 2002 from 6 to 8:30 PM at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 8:30 PM. Interment will be 10 AM Friday Forest Lawn Memorial Park. –Elmira Star Gazette.
COATS –GENEVIEVE M. NICHOLS, age 86, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2004, at home with her loving family by her side. She was born in November 2, 1917 on Pennsylvania to the late Carter and Bessie (Belles) Coats. Genevieve was predeceased by her husband, Bernard Nichols in 1980. Survivors include her children, Joyce (John) Coolbaugh of Elmira, Geraldine Ochab of FL, Bernadine Nichols of Bradford, PA, Ralph (Mary) Nichols of FL, Mary Nichols of Elmira, Duane Nichols of Elmira, and Linda Nichols of Elmira; sister, Margaret Nash of FL; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; close friends, Rev. John Bedzyk. Genevieve was a member of the Elmira Christian Center for many years and she also was a missionary for the inmates at the Elmira Correctional Facility. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, January 7th from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Barrett Funeral Home. Calling hours will continue there on Thursday, January 8th from 4 to 6 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 6 p.m. with Rev. John Bedzy officiating. Interment will be held at convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. –Elmira Star Gazette.
COLE, FIELDS, ALICE E., (SRGP 79613) Mrs. Alice E. Fields, 78, of Gillett RD2, died February 12, 1987 at the Bradford County Manor. She was born February 11, 1909 in Mansfield, PA. Mrs. Fields was a retired employee of the Remington Rand division of Sperry-Rand. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Cleone Buchanan, Horseheads, NY; son, Jack Fields of Gillett; ten grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; four brothers; three sisters; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Allen E. Fields, in 1986. Funeral and committal services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira, NY on February 14 with Rev. Charles Root officiating and interment to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. (TGR Feb. 19, 1987)
MAXWELL L. COLE
Maxwell L. Cole, 83, of Pine Valley, NY died Saturday, January
18, 1992 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira, NY. He was born on May 21,
1908 in East Troy, PA, the son of Frank and Bessie (VanHorn) Cole. He was
a graduate of Troy High School and Meeker's Business Institute. He
retired as an accountant for American Warming and Ventilating after 46
years of service. Max was active in the Masonic Order where he was a member
of Union Lodge #95 F & AM, Corning Consistory, Cashmere Grotto and
Kalurah Shrine and was a former conductor of its Oriental Band. He
was a member of the Pine Valley United Methodist Church and the Pine Valley
Senior Citizens and had been an enthusiastic bowler. His family includes
his wife, Mrs. Shirley (Davies) Cole; daughter and son-in-law, Maxine and
Clarence Spaulding of Hector; sons and daughter-in-law, George (Jerlyn)
Cole of Pine City, Donald Cole of Rochester, Terry Cole of Lockwood; stepdaughters,
JoAnne (Mrs. Everett) Bennett of Jacksonville, FL and Maxine (Mrs. Thomas)
Manning of Elmira, NY; 12 grandchildren; sister, Mrs. Bernice Lewis of
Towanda, PA; brothers, Wilson of Sayre, PA, Marshall (Ethel) of Canton,
Eldon (Esther) of East Troy, and Earl (Phyllis) of Milan, PA; several nieces
and nephews. He was predeceased by a grandson, Scott Evans, in 1991. Funeral
services were held January 22 at the Barber Funeral Home in Horseheads
with the Rev. E. Gene Callihan officiating and interment to be in Forest
Lawn Memorial Park. (TGR, Thursday, January 23, 1992)
COLEMAN - WORDEN, Anna Louise
A longtime resident of the Elmira community, passed away Sunday evening,
May 11, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit at the age
of 80. Born on April 7, 1926 in Elmira, Anna was one of sixteen children
born to Charles & Anna Force Coleman. She was married to Wesley Worden
for over 35 years until he predeceased her in 1985. Anna was employed by
Fasset, Bendix and later retired from Puralator. In serving the Lord, she
was a member of First United Church of Christ for many years. A well known
local bowler, she was a member of the Bowling Hall of Fame and was active
in the Senior Olympics as a runner. Surviving are her six children, William
(Patricia) Worden, AR; Carol Worden, Elmira; Gary (Patti) Worden, State
College, PA; Claire (Jay) Larrison, Elmira; Scott (Mary) Worden, Vestal;
and Joette (Andy) Foster, Southport; several grandchildren, great grandchildren,
siblings, nieces, nephews and many family friends also survive. In addition
to her parents and husband, Anna was predeceased by several siblings. Family
and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126
Broadway, Southport on Wednesday May 14, 2008 between the hours of 5-8
p.m. Funeral services for Anna will take place at the funeral home Thursday
morning, at 10 a.m. with the Reverend Jane S. Winters officiating. Graveside
services will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Memorials may be directed
to the Chemung County Office of the Aging, "Alzheimer's Facilitator Group"
PO Box 588 Elmira, NY 14902-0588 in Anna's memory. Her family wishes to
extend their gratitude to the St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit
on the 5th floor for their outstanding care and support that was given
to Anna in her final days; especially, Charlotte.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/13/2008.
COLEMAN - MARY ELIZABETH HURLEY
Mary Elizabeth Hurley, 63, of 1318 Grand Central Avenue, Elmira,
NY, died Tuesday, September 8, after a short illness. She was a communicant
of St. Cecelia's Church. Her son, Timothy, died in 1979. She is survived
by her husband, Robert T.; his mother, Rachel Coleman of Elmira, NY.; a
son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Mary Hurley of Horseheads, NY.; a daughter
and son-in-law, Colleen and Daryl Wheeler of Millerton; grandson, Jason
Timothy Hurley; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Harold and Helen Coleman
and John and Rose Coleman, both of Elmira, NY, Donald Coleman of Columbus,
Ohio, and Joseph Coleman of Elmira, NY.; a sister and brother-in-law, Gladys
and James Bannon of Wellsburg, NY.; and several nieces and nephews. A prayer
service was held at the Barrett Funeral Home Friday, September 11, followed
by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Cecelia's Church. Burial was made at
Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
COLONY
Richard P. Age 85 of Elmira, NY on Wednesday, August 1, 2001. Friends
may call at HOLLY-KECK & BAKER, INC. FUNERAL HOME on Saturday from
2-4 & 6-8 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on
Sunday at 2PM. Rev. Al Craig officiating. Interment will be in Forest Lawn
Memorial Park, Elmira, at the convenience of the family. Those wishing
may make memorials to St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit, 555 E.
Market St., Elmira, NY 14901. Richard is survived by his loving wife of
56 years, Bernice; son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Tami Williams of
Wellsburg, NY; daughter, Nancy Colony of Atlanta, GA; daughter and son-in-law,
Terry and John O'Laughlin; son and daughter-in-law, Russell and Edna Colony;
daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Steve Rakich, all of Elmira; 16 grandchildren,
28 great grandchildren; many brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews.
Richard was a retiree from the former Facet Corp. with 30 years of service.
AYERIE COMFORT JR.(SRGP 11873)
Ayerie (Junie) Comfort Jr., 69, of Breesport, NY, died Sunday,
February 10, 1991 at his home. Mr. Comfort retired from Yellow Freight
Truck Lines in 1981 after 41 years of service. He was very active
in Cub Scouting, the Fire Department, the Teamsters Union and the Breesport
Methodist Church among other organizations. Among his survivors are his
wife of 50 years, Mrs. Helen Spencer Comfort; daughters and sons-in-law,
Nina and Gerald Stout of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Patricia and Stewart
Rankin of Horseheads, MaryJane and Gerald Austin of Breesport; son and
daughter-in-law, Duane and Paula Comfort of Orange Park, FL; eleven grandchildren
and ten great-grandchildren. Funeral and committal services were held at
the Breesport United Methodist Church on February 14 (11 am) with the Rev.
Gerald Smith officiating and interment to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Arrangements were by the Barber Funeral Home in Horseheads. Memorials in
his name may be made to the Breesport United Methodist Church, Southern
Tier Hospice or the American Cancer Society. (TGR, Thursday, February 14,
1991)
HERBERT J. COMFORT, OF Elmira,, NY ate 92 passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at the VA Hospital in Bath, NY after a battle with cancer. He was predeceased by his devoted, loving and faithful wife of 53 years, Marta (Martha) Teus Comfort, his parents, his brothers, Merrill E. Comfort, Lawrence L. Comfort and Roger I. Comfort, sisters, Bernice Comfort Stage and Eleanor Comfort Eccles. He is survived by his sister; Miriam Comfort Sabatini of Watkins Glen, NY and brother, Bernard W. (Wanda) Comfort of Baldwinsville, NY and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Mrs. Comfort was a veteran of World War II serving in the Normandy Invasion and the Battle of the Bulge ending his career in 1946 with 17 years of military service with the US Army. He was employed by Remington-Rand Division of Sperry-Rand Corp. as a heat treater, which he did until his retirement. He, along with his wife was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. In respect of his wishes there will be no calling hours or funeral service. Mr. Comfort will be cremated and laid to rest beside his loving wife in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. Those wishing may direct donations to: Seventh Day Adventist Christian School, 809 Maple Ave., Elmira, NY in Mr. Comfort’s memory. We thank God for His love and mercy given to Mr. Comfort during his lifetime and throughout this disease.
JOSEPH A. ‘POP’ COMFORT, age 81 of Horseheads, NY, went to be with his Lord, May 29, 2001 at the St. Joseph’s Hospital after being surrounded by his loving family. Joseph was predeceased by his parents, Eva & Alvah Comfort; his son, Joseph Lee Comfort; grandson, Daniel Poley; brother, Lloyd Comfort; and his sister, Leona Stansfield. Surviving Joseph is his loving wife of 61 years, Vivian Lusk Comfort; daughter, Linda (Tom) Gardner; daughter, Pat (George) Poley; and his sister; Mary Thomas; grandchildren, Scott Comfort, Dawn (Rick) Lackey, John (Kelly) Shaw, Lisa (Charlie) Rawcliffe, Jesse Gardner and fiancée, John Carter, Brian (Renee) Poley, Jennifer Poley, William (Willie) Poley; great-grandchildren, Calab, (C.J.) Comfort, Emily Lackey, Joey Lackey, Isaac Rawcliffe, Benjamin (Benny) Rawcliffe; many nieces and nephews who loved their “Uncle Joe”, “Special Son” Sam Lentini and Joe’s buddy “Buster” (his four legged friend). Joseph proudly served in the US Army 94th Infantry Division, is a WWII Veteran; a member of Elmwood Baptist Church. He participated in the Senior Olympic Games, winning several swimming awards. Joe was an avid hunter and fisherman and nature lover. He loved his animals “big Bird” in Florida and his squirrels in his backyard at his home in Horseheads. Family and friends are invited to call at Ballard and Lindgren Funeral Home, 161 Oakwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY on Thursday, May 31, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM with the funeral service at the Elmwood Avenue Baptist Church, 230 Elmwood Avenue, Elmira Heights on Friday, June 1, 2001 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, with full Military Honors accorded. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Elmwood Baptist Church Building Fund, 230 Elmwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette.
LYNN D. COMFORT, 84, of Pine City, NY died Sunday, March 2, 1997 at the Arnot-Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Lynn retired from Ward LaFrance Co. after 34 years as a machinist. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Alverta M. Comfort (414 Christian Hollow Road, Pine City); sons and daughters-in-law, Lynn and Grace Comfort of Knoxville, TN, Phillip and Margaret Comfort of Pine City, Alan and Lillian Comfort of Pine City, Ronald Comfort and Betty Yauger of Pine City; nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira on March 4 with the Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating and interment to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Those wishing may make donations to a charity of ones choice. –Elmira Star Gazette.
Lynn D. COMFORT, 84, of Pine City NY died Sunday, March 2, 1997 at the Arnot-Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Lynn retired from Ward LaFrance Co. after 34 years as a machinist. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Alverta M. Comfort (414 Christian Hollow Road, Pine City); sons and daughters-in-law, Lynn and grace Comfort of Knoxville, tN, Phillip and Margaret Comfort of Pine City, Alan and Lillian comfort of Pine City, Ronald Comfort and Betty Yauger of Pine City; nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Olthof funeral Home in Elmira on March 4 with the Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating and interment to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Those wishing may make donations to a charity of one’s choice.
CONDGON Kenneth L. "Bondy"
Of Carriage Estates
Age 85, passed away on Thursday, April 19, 2007, at Chemung County
Nursing Facility. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral
Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, April 22, 2007,
from 3 to 5 p.m. with funeral service there at 5:00 p.m. Reverend Dennis
Christiansen will officiate. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at
the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make memorial donations
to 6th Floor Activities Fund at CCNF, 103 Washington St., Elmira, NY 14901.
Special thanks to CCNF, Cindy Evans and the staff on the 6th floor.
CONNELL Delia M
TICE Delia M. Age 84, of Elmira, NY, died on Sunday, March 19, 2006,
at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira. Delia was born in Elmira, daughter
of the late Robert and Jennie (Poyer) Connell. Survivors include sons,
Joseph S. (Phyllis) Jr., Ronald, William, Alton (Gayle), Jack (Mary), Donald
(Bonnie) and Michael (Betsy) Tice; daughter, Sandra Elston; many grandchildren
and great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Delia was predeceased by her
husband, Joseph in 1985; and daughter, Yvonne Christian. Delia will be
sadly missed by those who loved her. Family and friends are invited to
attend a graveside service on Thursday, March 23, 2006, at 11:00 a.m. in
Forest Lawn Memorial Park with Pastor David Sullivan officiating.
COOK Angelo A. Age 81, of 458 Tompkins St., Elmira, NY. He was born February 15, 1924 in Elmira, son of the late Frank and Antoinette (Delmonte) Cook and passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2005, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center after an extended illness. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joan; daughter and son-in-law, Judith and Bobby Dupree of Thomasville, GA; son, Scott Cook of Palm Coast, FL; grandchildren, Kimberly, Kristine, Daniel, Tiffany, Courtney and Collin; great-granddaughter, Megan; sisters and brothers and their spouses, Theresa and Don Carr of Leesburg, FL, Tony Cook of Coraopolis, PA, Mary Cox, Anna and Jim Boykin, Joseph and Sandy Cook, all of Elmira; along with several nieces and nephews. Mr. Cook retired from the Elmira Water Board. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Force serving during WW II. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Friday, November 18th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. His funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Deacon George Welch will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Angelo through donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105, or the Dialysis Unit at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14901.
COOK- BAKER, Mertie E.
Age 72, of Troy, Pa., Saturday, May 9, 1970, at Arnot-Ogden Hospital.
Friends may call at the Vickery Funeral Home, Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9
p.m. Funeral there Tuesday at 3 p.m., the Rev. Orey Crippen.
Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. Survived by husband George; daughter
Mrs. Richard (LaVerna) Brewer of Sylvania, Pa.; sister, Mrs. Ada Feller
of Bogota, N.J.; brothers, Lewis Cook of Sarasota, Fla., J.M. Cook of Buffalo,
Orin Cook of Wellsville, Ray Cook of Mainesburg; five grandchildren; two
great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Baker was a
member of Jobs Corners Baptist Church; Columbia Grange; was born in Tioga
County and was a lifetime resident of Troy area.
COOPER Harold L. Of Waverly, NY, passed away March 19, 2006. He is survived by his wife, Henrietta; and children, Jack (Mary) of Millport, Janet and Beverly of Erin, Norma Jean (Harold) of Brooktondale, Marlene (Jim) of Spencer, Darlene of Elmira, Neal (Sue) of Florida, Darrell (Brenda) Florida and RomaLee (Francis) of Oklahoma. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren. Harold was predeceased by his twin daughter, Janice Marie; four brothers, two sisters. Mr. Cooper requested no calling hours. Burial will be at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
CORNELL Mary Jane
Age 47 of Elmira Heights, NY passed away on Thursday May 31, 2007.
Mary Jane was born May 28, 1960 in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late
Clarence and Jane Hill Cornell. She was also pre-deceased by her sister
Ruth Cornell. Mary Jane was a graduate of Southside High School and a member
of Elmwood Avenue Baptist Church in Elmira Heights, NY. Mary Jane loved
her family and friends and will be dearly missed by all. Mary Jane is survived
by her loving and devoted companion Tim Faber of Elmira Heights, NY; brothers:
David Cornell of Denver, Colorado, Daniel Cornell stationed with the US
Army in Germany and Russell Cornell of Beaver Dams, NY; special grandmother,
Charlotte Stanton of Florida, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins,
and a host of caring friends, including a special aunt, Jean Wright of
Florida; and a special nephew, Andrew Rautio; and a special "sister", Maureen
Fauver of Elmira Heights, NY. Relatives and friends are invited to attend
Mary Jane's Funeral Services on Wednesday June 6, 2007 at 5:30PM at Elmwood
Avenue Baptist Church 230 Elmwood Avenue Elmira Heights, NY. The Rev. Dr.
Larry Appenzellar will officiate. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park
in Elmira, NY. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318
West Broad Street Horseheads, NY.
COURTRIGHT Tracey LaVerne
Age 84, of Lowman, NY, died early Sunday morning, November 25, 2007,
at Appleridge in Bethany Village, Horseheads, after a four-month illness.
A longtime Masonic Lodge member and World War II veteran stationed both
in France and Germany. Mr. Courtright was especially proud of his family
and of his 61-year marriage to his wife, Annette. Born in North Chemung
July 24, 1923, Mr. Courtright graduated from Elmira's Southside High School
in 1941 and went to work at Schweizer Aircraft before joining the war effort
in 1944. When he returned in 1946, he worked for 4 years at Opeco Manufacturing
in Groton, NY, and then he resumed work at Schweizer and later worked for
many years for Chemung County at the Chemung County Health Center. Mr.
Courtright was involved in a number of charitable organizations, with memberships
at Southern Light Masonic Lodge, Eastern Star, and the United Methodist
Church in North Chemung. Mr. Courtright spent nearly all of his life in
the rural outskirts of Elmira, but he had a broad view of life, traveling
frequently with wife, Annette to places as far away as Hawaii and California
as well as Florida and the eastern seaboard. Before he had grandchildren,
he loved nothing more than "tinkering" with machinery on the family farm,
and he was renowned for his understanding of complex machinery. He was
particularly proud of his children and their professional accomplishments
in academia, business, architecture, and aerospace industries. When his
grandchildren were born, he enjoyed visiting them in New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania,
Maryland, and Massachusetts, and having them visit him and his wife, Annette.
Besides his wife, Annette, he is survived by four children and their spouses,
Kathleen Yorkis (Paul), Anson Courtright (Mary Beth), Suzanne Woodruff
(Jay), and Hans Courtright (Mary); nine grandchildren, Maria Charnigo,
Jacob Yorkis, Laura Mullen, Katie and Sarah Woodruff, Megan and Julie Courtright,
Aidan and Michael Courtright; nephew, Douglas Courtright; and numerous
cousins and extended family. Calling hours will be held Thursday, November
29, from 6-8 p.m. at Kalec Funeral Home, 705 E Church St., Elmira, with
Masonic/Eastern Star Services to follow at 8 p.m. The funeral service will
take place Saturday, December 1, at 10 a.m. at North Chemung United Methodist
Church, 677 North Chemung-Breesport Rd., North Chemung, NY. Followed by
his burial in Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery with Military Honors.
Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the North Chemung Food Pantry
Capital Fund at 677 Breesport-North Chemung Rd., Lowman, NY 14861. This
will go toward the acquisition of the old school house, which is the home
of the food pantry. Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/28/2007
COVEY –EVELYN M. HAFLETT, age 71 of 916 N. Main Street, Elmira,
NY Saturday July 5, 1997 at the Arnot Ogden Medical center. Friends
are invited to
call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Monday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00
to 9:00 p.m. in lieu of flowers the family has asked that memorial contributions
be made to the American Diabetes Association in her memory. Funeral
services will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m.
The interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. She was predeceased
by her husband Ernest J. Haflett on Nov. 9, 1995. Survived by her
children and their spouses, John and Janet Haflett of Riverside, CA, Ronald
and Susan Haflett of Elmira, NY, Donna and Robert Ameigh of Dundee, NY,
Marleah Adams of Elmira, NY, Dale and Maureen Haflett of Washington State;
siblings and their spouses, Lavern and Martha Covey, Everett Covey, Frances
and Mark Lear, Isabelle and Dick Johnson, Barbara and George Finnerty,
May Barrett; brother-in-law, Frank Haflett of Deming, NM; sister-in-law,
Luella (Penny) Paulina of Deming, NM; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren;
several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Haflett was a retired employee of
the A&P in Horseheads, she also worked at the Remington Rand and the
Bendix Corp., a member of the Civil defense and the Elmira Auxiliary Police,
also a member of the Phoenix Campers Club. –Elmira Star Gazette.
(Parents: Claude and Iva Eddy Covey)
COVEY –MARION A. (COVEY) FRISBIE, Mother and Grandmother. Age 93 of Elcor Health Services, Horseheads, NY, Thursday, October 29, 1998. She was born February 28, 1905 the daughter of Anna (Allen) and Edward D. Covey in Jenningsville, PA. Survived by daughters; Hazel Hanna DeNerio of Elmira, NY, Marion A. (Glen) Himes of Johnsonburg, PA; grandchildren, Patricia (Douglass) Hanna Bond of Cynthian, KY; Robert E. (Evelyn) Hanna of Lisbon, ME, Terry Michael (Judy) Himes of Anaheim, CA, Glenda (Francis) Cherry of Ridgeway, PA, Dale (Rose Marie) Himes of Ridgeway, PA, Glen C. Himes Jr. of Johnsonburg, PA, Steven Huck of FL, 19 grandchildren, several great and great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband Benton Frisbie; two sisters, two brothers; 5 children and grandson Edward E. Husk. Marion loved her family; she enjoyed reading, crocheting and traveling. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue on Saturday from 6 to 8 PM with funeral and Committal Service there at the conclusion of calling hours Saturday evening at 8:00 PM, the Rev. Howard Hunt will officiate. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Those who wish may make memorials to the American Lung Association in Marion’s memory. –Elmira Star Gazette.
ROY S. COWAN. Age 80 of 2550 Shady Acres, Mulberry, Florida formerly of Horseheads, NY, passed away on Friday, June 11, 2004. Roy was born January 11, 1924 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Samuel B. and Anna M. Mason Cowan. He was a veteran of WWII, serving his country with the US Army. Roy married his wife, Leone M. Ayers Cowan, on October 3, 1942, and they would have celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on October 3, 2004. Roy was a retired machinist at Bendix Corporation in Elmira Heights, NY, and a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church in Mulberry, Florida. He was predeceased by his son, Army Specialist 4 John R. Cowan, who was killed in action in Vietnam on March 11, 1966. Roy was also predeceased by his parents and brothers, Russell Cowan, who was killed in WWII, and a brother, Samuel L. Cowan, who passed away on February 10, 1991. Roy is survived by his loving wife, Leone M. Ayers Cowan; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas J. and Barbara Cowan of Mulberry, Florida; daughters and sons-in-law, Beverly and David Soper of Fort Meade, Florida, and Janice and Donald Rosenbeck of Mulberry, Florida; 14 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren; step-mother, Leva J. Cowan of Norwich, NY; sisters and brothers-in-law, Thelma and John Frost of Interlaken, NY, Marjorie and Melvin Hayes of Horseheads, NY, Alice and Bernie Hornbeck of New Port Richey, Florida, Patricia and Albert Tuttle of Norwich, NY, and Carol Cowan of Beaver Dams, NY; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ted and Sylvia Wilcox of Mansfield, PA, Wesley and Barbara Cowan of Horseheads, NY, Benjamin and Marion Cowan of Stuart, Florida, and Sarah (Mrs. Samuel L.) Cowan of Horseheads, NY; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Esther Hyer of Odessa, NY, Elwood and Marion Ayers of Alexandria, VA, Edward and Cheryl Ayers of Williamsport, PA, and Evelyn Ayers of Orleans, MA; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Van Buskirk-Lynch funeral Home, Mill St. & Grand Central Ave., Horseheads, NY, on Thursday, June 17, 2004 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Mr. Cowan’s funeral services will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday, June 18, 2004 at 11 a.m. The Rev. Robert J. Stuart will officiate. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mr. Cowan through memorials to Good Shepard Hospice, 1919 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland Florida or Southern Tier Hospice, East Corning Road, Corning, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette.
COX - DRUMMOND
Barbara Age 75, of Florence Street, Waverly, NY, passed away peacefully
at her home Wednesday, July 13, 2005. Born August 21, 1929 in Corning,
NY, the daughter of the Late Jennie Gates Cox and John B. Cox and wife
of the Late Rudolph Drummond. Her brother, Robert Cox also predeceased
Barbara. Barbara worked at Harding Inc. in Elmira, New York. She was a
member of the United Methodist Church in Waverly. She was a loving mother
and grandmother, who loved being a homemaker and gardening. She will be
missed by all. Surviving Barbara are her sons, Rudolph Allen Drummond,
Jr., Oakland, CA, Al L. (Michele) Drummond, Doylestown, PA, Tyrone W. (Rose)
Drummond, Omaha, NE, and G. Vincent (Diane) Drummond, Binghamton, NY. Seven
grandchildren also survive her; her sister, Jacqueline E. (Jesse J.) Curry,
Corning, NY; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Family and friends
are invited to call Saturday, July 16, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Luckner
Funeral Home, 449 Park Avenue, Waverly, NY. A Memorial Service to celebrate
Barbara's life will be held at 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor
Ann Canfield of the United Methodist Church of Waverly. Interment will
be in Forest Lawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Those wishing
may direct memorial contributions in Barbara's name to the charity of their
choice.
CRANDALL - ROBINSON
Donna S. Age 57, of Horseheads, died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at Arnot
Ogden Medical Center. Donna was born December 12, 1949, a daughter of the
late Robert H. and Marion Lunn Crandall. In addition to her parents, she
is predeceased by her brother-in-law, H. Richard Robinson. Donna is survived
by her husband of 37 years, Frederick E. Robinson of Horseheads; daughter
and son-in-law, Nicole M. and William VanAlstyne of Horseheads, with their
daughters, Danielle and Lindsey; sisters and brother-in-law, Melanie and
John Voltz, and Nancy Ayers, all of Shinglehouse, PA; sister-in-law, Mary
Kay Robinson of Elmira; aunt, Joyce Nichols of Elmira Heights; along with
several nieces, nephews and cousins. Donna was a graduate of Arnot Ogden
Hospital School of Nursing, continuing her education at Elmira College
where she received her Bachelors Degree in Nursing. She worked at Arnot
Ogden Medical Center for 17 years. Donna then was employed with the NYS
Department of Corrections, working at several different facilities in the
Southern Tier. She was active in Girl Scouts, serving as a co-leader for
Girl Scout Troop 884 and as the Registrar of the Pegasus Service Unit of
the Seven Lakes Girl Scout Council. Donna was a communicant of St. Mary
Our Mother Church, where she volunteered as a lector. She was also a member
of the Southern Tier Chapter of AGREGÉS, which is a women's group
supporting the Sisters of St. Joseph. Family and friends are invited to
McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., NY on Friday, May
25, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A prayer
service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, May 26, 2007 at 8:30
a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Our
Mother Church. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu
of flowers, donations in Donna's memory may be
CRANE –ETHEL G. LEE, 92, formerly of Elmira, NY, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 1998 in the Chemung County Nursing Facility, Elmira. Mrs. Lee was an assembler operator for the Remington Rand Co. after working as an inspector for the Eclipse Co. in Elmira Heights, NY. She is survived by daughter Virginia (William E.) Herrick of Elmira, NY and LaVerna (William) Jelliff of Cayutaville, NY; five grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Jean Crane of Troy, PA and Vivian Crane of Franklindale, PA; 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Rodney C. Lee in 1970. Services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira on January 2 with the Rev. William Vallet officiating and interment to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Memorials may be made in Ethel’s name to the charity of one’s choice. –Troy Gazette-Register. (Parents Archie D. and Lottie Jennings Crane.)
CROWNINGSHIELD Robert E., Age 62, of Erin, passed away Fri.,
Mar. 14, 2008, at Robert Packer Hospital. Bob was born in Elmira, NY, to
the late Charles and Gertrude (Tuthill) Crowningshield. He is survived
by his beloved and devoted wife of nearly 36 years, Cheryl (Whittaker)
Crowningshield; much loved children, Shawn Crowningshield of Erin, NY,
Stacie and Chad Lynch of Horseheads, NY; granddaughter and "the apple of
papa's eye", Krystiana; brother, Charles Crowningshield of Elmira, NY;
sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Judy and Bill Rice of Breesport, NY;
aunt, Shirley Tuthill of Elmira, NY; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Bob was also predeceased by his sisters, Shirley Ricks and Nancy Roark;
niece, Debra Robinson; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Charles and Virginia
Messing; and uncle, Fred Tuthill. For over 30 years he was a blacktop operator
for Lycoming Silica Sand in Horseheads. Bob was a graduate of Southside
High School, Class of 1963. He was a proud veteran of the US Air Force
serving during the Vietnam War. Many years later he received much joy having
been instrumental in the reunion of several Air Force comrades with whom
he served. In his leisure, he enjoyed woodworking, tinkering with cars,
and dirt track stock car races. A good neighbor and friend to many, Bob
was always lending a kind and helping hand to anyone who needed one. He
will be missed by many. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber
Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, on Tuesday, March 18, 2008,
from 4-7:00 p.m. where his service will follow at 7:00 p.m. with the Rev.
Susan Husted officiating. Interment will take place at the convenience
of his family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park where Full Military Honors will
be accorded.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 3/16/2008 - 3/18/2008.
CRUSENBERRY - Stanley 84, of Wellsburg, NY, passed away February 18, 2006, at his home. He was born on December 24, 1921 in Bluefield, WV. Stanley is the husband of Alice J. (Wereley) Crusenberry to whom he married on October 1, 1950. Mr. Crusenberry was a foreman and crane operator for the Chemung Foundry. He was a World War II Navy veteran, serving in the Sea Bees in the Pacific Theatre. Stanley is a member and past Commander of American Legion Post # 443 Wellsburg, and also past County Commander of 6th District. He is a lifetime member of the Wellsburg, NY Fire Department, and was very active in sports. Stanley is survived by his wife, Alice; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Wes Corby of Pine City, NY; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jim and Debbie Wereley of Harrison, ID; numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews in the Elmira and West Virginia areas. Family and friends are invited to call at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY, on Wednesday, February 22, 2006, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Wednesday at the funeral home with Rev. James Carr officiating. The Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad will give military rites. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
DAILEY –ALVERTA MARIE DAILEY COMFORT, age 86, of Christian Hollow Rd., Pine City, NY, and Elcor Health Services, Horseheads, NY. Alverta went home to angels and her husband of 62 years, Lynn on Tuesday, April 22, 2003. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Lynn and Grace Comfort of Knoxville, TN, Phillip and Peggy Comfort of Pine City, NY, Alan and Lillian Comfort of Pine City, NY, Ronald and Donna Comfort of Elmira, NY; sister, Thelma Tifft of Horseheads, NY; 9 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Alverta loved listening and dancing to country and polka music. She was a very devoted homemaker, mother, and grandmother, famous for her chocolate chip cookies. Along with baking, she loved being around people and working in her flower beds. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira on Friday, April 25, 2003, from 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 p.m. with funeral and committal services there Friday at 7 p.m. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY. Those wishing may make memorials in Alverta’s name to the Elcor Health Services, Resident Activity fund, 48 Colonial Dr., Horseheads, NY. The family would like to thank the staff of Elcor Hickory Knoll North for seven years of love and devotions given to their mom during her stay.
DALTON - AYRES
Barbara A. Formerly of Elmira and secretary at the Cenentary Methodist
Church, died in Batavia, October 6, 2005. She was the daughter of the late
Ralph and Evagelina Dalton. Mother of Diane Bannister and Michael Romanov.
Also survived by two grandchildren; one great-grandson, nieces and nephews.
Services 10 a.m., Monday at the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403
E. Main St., Batavia, followed by graveside services at Forest Lawn Memorial
Park at 2:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
DARRIN Alberta J. “Bertie”
CLEMENS Alberta J. "Bertie" Age 75, formerly of Rte. 78, Prattsburgh,
NY, passed away Thursday, March 16, 2006, at Three Rivers Nursing Facility
in Painted Post, NY. Alberta was born in Tyrone, NY, daughter of the late
Charles and Sophronia (Champlin) Darrin. Alberta retired from Ira Davenport
Hospital in Bath, NY, after many years of service as an LPN. She will always
be known for her compassion and dedication to her patients as an LPN. Survivors
include son, Jack (Mary) Clemens of Big Flats, NY; daughters, Jean (Larry)
Larson of Sterling Heights, MI, Jeannice (Kenneth) Schrock of Elmira, NY,
and Mellisa McRorie of Buffalo, NY; brother, Frank (Louise) Darrin of Pultney,
NY; sister-in-law, Norma Darrin of Pultney, NY; 15 grandchildren, many
great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Alberta was predeceased
by her sister, Rosemary Darrin; and her brother, Chuck Darrin. Family and
friends are invited to a Memorial Service in memory of Alberta on Sunday,
March 19, 2006, at 2:30 p.m., with Rev. Gary Chorpenning officiating. Interment
will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the
family.
DAUGHERTY Ralph R.
Age 82 of Windsor Rd., Horseheads, passed away unexpectedly April 30,
2008 while wintering in Florida. Ralph was born July 20, 1925 in Endicott,
NY, the son to the late Ralph and Dorothy (Lilly) Daugherty. He is survived
by his loving wife of 62 years, Betty (Miller) Daugherty; sons and daughters-in-law,
Joel (Donna Morgan) Daugherty of Elmira Heights, NY, Martin (Janice) Daugherty
of Horseheads, NY; daughter-in-law, Kay Daugherty of Navarre, FL; grandchildren,
Timothy (Kim) Daugherty and Melissa Daugherty of Florida, Marisa Daugherty
and Matthew Daugherty of Elmira Heights; stepgrandchildren, Ashlyn and
Jason Keyser of Horseheads; many brothers and sisters and several nieces
and nephews. Also predeceased was their son, Michael Daugherty, in 2005.
Ralph was a retired heat-treater at Facet Inc., in Elmira Heights, NY.
Together with his wife, they enjoyed retirement spending time in Florida
and Black Lake in Upstate NY. Ralph was also a veteran of the US Navy serving
his country during WWII. Family and friends are invited to call at the
Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Wed., May 7, 2008,
from 2-5:00 p.m. where his service will follow at 5:00 p.m. Interment will
take place privately in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 5/4/2008 - 5/6/2008.
DAVISON - LAWES, MARGUERITE, Mrs. Marguerite Davison Lawes, 68 of Elmira, NY died September 10, 1986. She is survived by daughters, Mrs. Curtis (Joie) Sterling of Gillett, PA, Mrs. Justin (Jim) Jenkins, Elmira, NY; son and daughter-in-law, Khale (Rick) and Suntahn Davison of Rome, NY; a step-son; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira with Rev. Charles Root officiating on September 12. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park ,Elmira. (TGR Sept. 18, 1986)
DEAN - BEARDSLEE
Frances I. Age 89, of Elmira Heights, died peacefully on Thursday,
December 29, 2005, at Seneca View Skilled COOPER Harold L. Of Waverly,
NY, passed away March 19, 2006. He is survived by his wife, Henrietta;
and children, Jack (Mary) of Millport, Janet and Beverly of Erin, Norma
Jean (Harold) of Brooktondale, Marlene (Jim) of Spencer, Darlene of Elmira,
Neal (Sue) of Florida, Darrell (Brenda) Florida and RomaLee (Francis) of
Oklahoma. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren.
Harold was predeceased by his twin daughter, Janice Marie; four brothers,
two sisters. Mr. Cooper requested no calling hours. Burial will be at Forest
Lawn Cemetery.Nursing Facility, Montour Falls. The family will receive
friends prior to funeral services, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January
3, at the Oakwood United Methodist Church, 212 Oakwood Ave., Elmira. The
funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Rev. Patrick L. Holder officiating;
burial at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Elmira. Funeral arrangements are entrusted
to Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen. She is survived by her loving
husband of 66 years, Erwin; son, Roger (Nancy) Beardslee of Hector; daughter,
Ruth (John) Bills) of Hector; grandson, Brett Beardslee of Hector; granddaughters,
Kate (Steve) Bills Woods of Jamaica Plain, MA, and Jennifer Bills of Brighton,
MA; and nephews, Robert and John Rogers. She was preceded in death by her
father, Harvey Dean; and mother, Daisy Dean Rogers, of Elmira Heights;
and only sibling, Robert C. Rogers. Fran was born and raised in Elmira,
NY, where she graduated from Thomas A. Edison High School Class of 1935.
She married Erwin Beardslee on August 2, 1939 and together they lived for
64 years in Elmira Heights. She was a member of the Oakwood United Methodist
Church for 77 years, assisting with every church dinner and bazaar until
her mid 80s; and was also a member of the UMCW Dockstater Circle. She was
also a member of Eastern Star Harmony-Loyal Chapter #265, Elmira, AARP
volunteer, Voter Registration and Voting Election Inspector volunteer,
active member of the Elmira Heights Historical Society, a Girl Scout leader,
and devoted grandmother. The family will provide flowers. Memorials in
her memory be directed to the Oakwood United Methodist Church Memorial
Fund, 212 Oakwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY 14903; or the Hector Presbyterian
Church Memorial Fund, PO Box 96 Hector, NY 14841.
DECKER - RYAN Clio Mae
Age 80, a resident of Woodbrook, formerly of Morrowfield Avenue and
the Southport community her whole life, passed away Monday, January 21st,
2008, at the St. Josephs Hospital. Clio was the daughter of the late Carl
and Esther Decker. She was predeceased by her husband, Lewis in 1983. Surviving
Clio are her children, Linda and Dale Taft of Pine City; Kathleen and Gene
Wheeler of Big Flats, Timothy and Donna Ryan of Lima; her nine loving grandchildren,
Adam (Kim) Taft, Todd (Jennifer) Taft, Jared (Jessica) Taft, Abigail (Timothy)
Doolittle, Mathew (Lori) Wheeler, Jeremy (Jennifer) Wheeler, Andrew Wheeler,
Shannon Ryan (Bill Lewis), Kevin Ryan; and nine cherished great-grandchildren
and a little ONE on the way, several nieces and nephews. In addition to
her parents and husband; Clio is also predeceased by her sister, Carline
Marino. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral
Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY, Friday, January 25th,
2008, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be
held there at the conclusion of the calling hours at 3:00 p.m. Interment
will be held at the convenience of the family in the Forest Lawn Memorial
Park. Clio enjoyed a lifetime at the Central Christian Church in Elmira
with over 60 years of membership. She was a clerk for 27 years at all three
of the Steele Memorial Library branches. Her joy in her life was her grandchildren
and great-grandchildren. She was an avid quilter. Those wishing please
make memorials in her name to the Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative
Care, 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 1/23/2008.
DECKER Louis, Jr.
Age 80, of Berwick Turnpike, Gillett, PA, died May 6, 2008 at home.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Joyce; children, Diana Holton,
Gillett, PA, Doreen (Frank) Jackson, Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Darla Decker,
Elmira, Duane (Patty) Decker, Chesapeake, VA, Denise (Terry) Flum, Cincinnati,
Ohio, Darren Decker, Gillett, PA; 13 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren;
sister, Marion Decker, Elmira; several nieces, nephews and cousins; friend,
Gary Palmer. Predeceased by daughter, Deborah Ellsworth; grandson, Jamie
Elsworth; and son-in-law, Larry Holton. He was a Veteran of the US Army/
Air Corps. Lou was a former employee of Remington Rand, the A & P Plant,
and retired from Eastside Oxide. The family will receive relatives and
friends at the Kalec Funeral Home, Friday, May 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30
p.m. followed immediately at 1:30 p.m. with his Funeral Service. Pastor
Andy Phillips, officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial
Park with Military Honors. Published in the Star-Gazette from
5/7/2008 - 5/8/2008.
DENISON DOLORES ISAACS
Dolores D. Age 81, of Horseheads, passed away early Thursday morning,
September 14, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Dolores was born
on September 26, 1924 in Grand Rapids, MI, the only daughter of the late
Lawrence and Louise Riggrowski Denison. She retired as a secretary with
Thatcher Glass and was a member of Oakwood United Methodist Church in Elmira
Heights, NY. Delores is survived by her husband of 40 years, Dean Isaacs
of Horseheads, NY; daughters, Vicki (Michael) Hollenbeck of Elmira, NY,
and Patti (Donald) Wolfer of Riverview, FL; grandchildren, Marcus, Cheryl,
Gabriel and Joshua; brother-in-law, Keith (Teenie) Isaacs of Lowman, NY;
and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives will receive friends
at Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads,
NY, 607-739-2035, on Sunday, September 17, 2006, from 4 to 7 p.m. Mrs.
Isaacs' Memorial Services will be held at the conclusion of hours with
Rev. Patrick Holder. Her ashes will be buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park,
Elmira, NY, on Monday, September 18, 2006, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers,
those wishing to remember Dolores may do so through memorials to Oakwood
United Methodist Church, 212 Oakwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY 14903.
RAYMOND L. DERR, age 93, of 312 Westside Avenue, Elmira passed away Monday, April 16, 2001 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Ray was born September30, 1907 in Bloomsburg, PA son of the late Charles F. and Hannah D. (Holdern) Derr. He was employed as a foreman with the City of Elmira Sanitation Department prior to his retirement. Survivors include his sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald and Blanche of Elmira, Dennis and Penny of Elmira, Duane and Jeanne of Alpine, Gerald and Cindy of Elmira, 16 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. His wife Martha predeceased Ray on February 27, 1995. Family and friends are invited to call Thursday, April 19, 2001 from 1 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral and committal services will be held at the funeral home at the conclusion of calling hours at 8 p.m. Thursday with Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. –Elmira Star Gazette.
DICINTI MARGUERITE T PATYKULA
Marguerite T. Age 87, of Elmira, NY. She was born July 23, 1918 in
Berwick, PA, daughter of the late Thomas and Belle (VanSickle) DiCinti
and passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2006, at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was
predeceased by her husband, Joseph in 1983; and is survived by her sisters,
Caroline Allen of AZ, and Jeannette Beiler of Berwick, PA; sister-in-law
and caregiver, Sophie DiCinti of Horseheads; along with several nieces
and nephews. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral
Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Friday, May 5th, from
12 to 1 p.m. Her funeral will be held at 1 p.m. with Rev. Walter L. Wainwright
officiating. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Forest Lawn
Memorial Park.
DICKINSON John F. Age 79, of 376 Hendy Creek Road, Pine City, NY, passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born April 11, 1926 in Elmira, son of the late Fred and Agnes (Neiltz) Dickinson. John was predeceased by his brothers, Edwin and Ernest; and sister, Helen Brisco. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dorothy (Dannelley) Dickinson; daughters, Gaynell Parker of Tallahassee, FL, and Rose (Dale) VanAtta of Elmira; along with six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. John retired from American Bridge in 1984 after 42 years of service. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WWII, member and past commander of American Legion Post 154, Elmira Heights, member of the Golden Glow Volunteer Fire Department. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed camping and outdoor sports. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St., Elmira on Friday, April 7th, from 2 to 5 p.m. His graveside service will be held Saturday, April 8th, at 11 a.m. in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Rev. Don Guiles will officiate.
DILLINGER - COOPER
Lois E. Of 417 Herrick Street, Elmira, NY went to be with the Lord
on Thursday September 22 , 2005 at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was a retired
employee of Family Services of Chemung County in Elmira. Lois attended
Maple Avenue Baptist Church and was a very active member prior to her illness.
Lois loved her family and friends and cherished the time she spent with
them. Lois is survived by her loving and devoted husband Robert R. Cooper;
sons and daughter-in-law: Jerry & Jan Mould of Tacoma, WA; Brian Mould
of PA; Eric Mould; Ricky Cooper, Robby Cooper, and Gary Cooper all of Central
Florida; grandchildren: Christian King, Matthew Mould, Tommy Cooper, Christopher
Cooper, Freddy Cooper, and Justin Dickerson; great-grandchildren, Zachary
Mould and Hannah Mould; twin brother, Lewis Dillinger of Perry, OK; 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 Monday September 26, 2005 from 6-8 PM. Mrs. Cooper's Funeral and
Committal Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 8
PM. Her Pastor the Rev. Mark Brown will officiate. Interment in Forest
Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira, NY at the convenience of the family.
DOLAND Donald B.
Age 51, of Elmira, NY. He was born September 21, 1955 in Liberty, NY,
son of Richard and Vera (Sherman) Doland, and passed away Friday, June
15, 2007, unexpectedly at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was predeceased
by his father, Richard in 2003, and is survived by his mother, Vera of
Elmira; brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Barbara Doland of Seneca Falls,
NY; nieces, Erica (Robert) Agan of Elmira, Heather Buck of Fayette, NY,
and Lorrie Norris of Jeffersonville, NY; aunts, Sylvia Wilson and Nancy
Martin, both of Deland, FL, Helen Beacraft of Lowman; along with five great-nieces
and nephews; and many friends including special friends, Gary and John
Lido of Elmira. Don retired as a Corrections Officer with the Elmira Correctional
Facility. Family and friends are invited to his Memorial Service on Thursday,
June 21st, at 7 p.m. in Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira. Rev. Don Hoff will officiate. Interment will take place in
Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family.
DOUGHTY, Betty A.
Age 89, of Holdridge Street, Elmira, passed away May 31st, 2008 at
the St. Joseph's Hospital. Betty was the daughter of the late Wyatt Carr
and Millie (Park) Lewis. She was born June 3rd, 1918 in Elmira. Betty is
survived by her loving sons and daughters-in-law, Frank (Betty) Doughty
of Elmira, Robert (Lori) Doughty of Corning, NY; daughter and son-in-law,
Carol (Merlin) Russell of Tallahassee, FL; her beloved grandchildren, Jacqueline
Pryslak, Thomas and Timothy Doughty, Cheri Andrews, William Woodard, Deanna
Bernstein, Gerald and Jason Doughty, Elizabeth Tuten, Melissa and Joseph
Klein, Bryan, Brianna, Eryn Russell; and 24 great-grandchildren. Betty
also leaves behind her brother and sister-in-law, Robert (Elizabeth) Lewis
of Shreveport, LA; several nieces and nephews; special caregiver, Wendy
McDonald; and her loving dog, "Sally". Betty is predeceased by her husband,
Frank; grandson, Donald Doughty; and sister, Marguerite McNaney. Family
and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050
Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY, Thursday, June 5th, 2008, from 6:00 p.m.
to 9:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held there Friday, June 6th, 2008,
at 11:00 a.m. Graveside committal prayers will be shared following the
funeral service in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. The Reverend
Susan Husted will officiate. Those who were fortunate to know Betty, remember
her for her love of reading, her out-going personality, being very proud
of her family and all they accomplished in life, her love for the flower
gardens she cared for, and her luck at cards. She was very proud to be
a member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church congregation for over 70
years. She found great pride in being a member and Past Matron of the Harmony-Loyal
Chapter #265 O.E.S. Order of Eastern Star, Past Grand member of the Necrology
Committee. Those who wish may make memorials in Betty's name to the American
Heart Association, 100 Northern Concourse North, Syracuse, NY 13212 or
the American Cancer Society, 1316 College Avenue, Elmira, NY 14901.
Officers and members of Harmony-Loyal Chapter O.E.S. #265 will meet at
Olthof's, Thursday evening, June 5th, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. to conduct a committal
service for our dear departed sister, Betty A. Doughty. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 6/4/2008.
DOUGLAS - LeHARD, Marjorie D.
Age 92 of Elmira, NY. She was born April 4, 1916 in Elmira Heights,
NY, daughter of the late Floyd A. and Edna M. Douglas and passed away Saturday,
November 8, 2008, at home. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles
"Charlie" LeHard in 1983. "Marnie" is survived by her dear friends, Peggy
Personius of Elmira, Lynn Hemmer of Horseheads and John Corsi of Ithaca;
along with Peggy's dogs, Savannah and Jorja, who Marge always called her
puppies. Mrs. LeHard was a teacher in the Elmira Heights School District,
retiring after 37 years of educating. Her joy, in later years, was her
unselfish volunteering at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center where she volunteered
thousands of hours, earning her the distinction of being one of the top
volunteers at the hospital. Friends are invited to her funeral service
at Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira,
on Wednesday, November 12th at 7 p.m. Deacon William Dougherty will officiate.
Interment will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers,
those wishing may remember Marge through donations to the Children's Miracle
Network, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14901. Peggy and Lynn wish to thank the
wonderful people at Caregivers for the care and compassion they gave Marnie
during the past 15 months and to Dr. Reddy for his care and professionalism.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/10/2008
DRAHT Karen M. Burlew
Age 50, of Breesport-North Chemung Rd., Erin, went home to be with
the Lord surrounded by the loving arms of her family after a courageous
battle with cancer on Friday, July 20, 2007, at NY Medical Center, Sloan-Kettering
Cancer Institute in Manhattan. Karen was born to the late Genevieve (Klimczak)
Draht who passed away Sept. 15, 2003, and her father, Robert E. Draht who
passed away April 8, 1997. She is survived by her devoted husband of 32
years, Clifton "Cliff" Burlew; son, Clifton Burlew Jr., Fairfax, VA; daughter,
Camille (Matthew) Cook of Horseheads, NY; son, Eric Burlew of Lowman, NY;
brother and sister, Marilyn Amey of Elmira, NY, Robert (Carolyn) Draht
Jr. of Elmira, NY; father-in-law and mother-in-law, James and Irene Burlew
of Erin, NY; brothers-in-law and and sisters-in-law, Steve (Shirley) Burlew
of Erin, NY, Gary (Colleen) Burlew Baldwin, NY, Roger (Linda) Burlew of
Erin, NY; several nieces and nephews including, Kenneth and Craig Amey,
Heather and Amber Draht, Scott, Sam, Joshua, Kim, and Kevin Burlew; many
close and caring friends, neighbors and co-workers. Karen was a devoted
wife, mother, sister, and friend and co-worker. She will be missed by all
who knew her. Her greatest joy being the care of her three children, Karen
enjoyed spending time with her family, the peacefulness of her home, 4-wheeling,
boating, reading, gardening, ceramics, and decorating. Karen attended both
Breesport-North Chemung United Methodist Church and St. Casmir's Roman
Catholic Church. She was employed at various places including the Acme,
P&C, Iszard's Department Store and more recently she was employed for
over 10 years as a head teller at the Horseheads Branch of Chemung Canal
Trust Co. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral
Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Wed., July 25th, 2007 from 2-4:00
and 7-9:00 p.m. Her service will take place at the funeral home on Thursday,
July 26th, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Anne Mowery officiating. Interment
will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira.
DRAXLER (SRGP 79208)
Donald John Retired Chemung County Deputy Sheriff Age 68 formerly a
resident of Pine City, NY and currently of Hobe Sound, FL. Passed away
very unexpectedly Monday, August 20, 2001 in Hobe Sound, FL. He was born
March 7, 1933 in Hawley, PA. He was predeceased by his loving parents,
John Charles Draxler in 1979 and Esther (VanWagner) Draxler in 1988; beloved
brother Carl Draxler in 1982. Donald is survived by his companion and best
friend, Monya Jamison of Hobe Sound, FL; children, Roxanne Draxler of Kapolei,
Hawaii; Terry and Mel Skerpon of Davidson, NC; David and Alyce Draxler
of Mooresville, NC; Scott Draxler of North Pole, Alaska; Donald Draxler
of New York City, NY; brother and sister-in-law, Richard and June Draxler
of Pine City, NY; sister and brother-in-law, Marie and Seymour Shaw of
Mansfield, PA; grandchildren, Nicole and Steven of Mooresville, NC; along
with several nieces and nephews. Donald was a Veteran of the US Army serving
his country from 1953 to 1955. He was a member of the Webb Mills United
Methodist Church and a member of the Masonic Temple Ivy Lodge # 397 F &
AM. He retired from the Chemung County Sheriff's Department on March 8,
1986 after 26 years of faithful service. Family and friends are invited
to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira,
NY on Friday, August 24, 2001 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. Funeral Services
will be held Saturday at 10:00 AM in the Webb Mills United Methodist Church
1623 Pennsylvania Ave. Pine City, NY. Reverend David Hays will officiate.
Interment will follow in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park Elmira, NY where
the Chemung County Veteran's Honor Squad will accord full Military Honors
to Mr. Draxler. Memorial Donations in the name of Donald John Draxler may
be directed to the Alzheimer's Disease Association, Inc. c/o Monroe Community
Hospital 435 E. Henrietta Road Rochester, NY 14620.
DUNN - MOORE
Darlene E. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister Age 67, of
Sunset Terrace, Horseheads, went home to be with the Lord on Fri., Feb.
16, 2007. She is survived by her husband of 46 loving years, Richard L.
Moore Jr.; daughters and sons-in-law, Rebecca (Chris) Keagle of Coudersport,
PA, Elizabeth (Mark) Leh of Salt Lake City, UT, Jennifer (Vito Savino)
Moore of Elmira Heights, NY; grandchildren, Nicholas and Richard Keagle,
Nevin Leh and Nilla Savino; sister, JaneAnn (Chad) Crumm of Altoona, PA;
sisters-in-law, Barbara (Stanley) Foster of Pittsburg, PA, Susie Lockard
of Fredericksburg, VA; brother-in-law, Robert (Cindy) Moore of Douglasville,
PA; and several nieces and nephews. Darlene was also predeceased by her
siblings, Joan Diehl and Paul Lockard. Darlene was born in Altoona, PA,
Oct. 12, 1939, the daughter of the late Wilbur and Marion (Burkhart) Dunn.
She was employed as an administrative assistant at GST Boces in Horseheads
and a member of the Red Hat Society. Words don't describe the utmost love
she had of her family and friends. Above all she was a devoted and caring
wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She enjoyed swimming, knitting,
and trips to the beach. Together with her husband they are members of the
First Presbyterian Church in Horseheads. Family and friends are invited
to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Monday
from 2-4:00 p.m., and again from 6-8:00 p.m. Her service will take place
there at the funeral home on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Jonathan
Knight officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Those wishing may express their sympathy with memorials to The Sol Goldman
Pancreatic Cancer Research Center, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions,
401 North Broadway, Weinberg 2242, Baltimore, MD 21231-2410 Attention:
Dr. Ralph Hruban, Director.
DURFEE - STRATTON
Bernice L. Age 80, of Elmira, NY, passed away Monday, February 21,
2005, at the Heritage Nursing Home in Athens, PA. Bernice was born in Tioga,
PA, daughter of the late Raymond and Bertha (Hills) Durfee. She retired
from A&P plant in Horseheads, NY after many years of service. In her
retirement she devoted her time to her loving family. Survivors include
daughter, Dodie (Basil) Livermore of Elmira; sons, Carl J. (Diane) Jr.
of Orlando, FL, Larry (Karen) of Farmington, NY, Roger (Cheryl) of Gillett,
PA, Robert (Sandy) of Paisley, FL, Norman (Carol) of Lima, NY, and Paul
(Judy) of Elmira; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews;
sisters, Norma Battrony, Alberta (Richard) McAtee, Jackie (Howard) Carl
and Marion (Denny) Northrup; brothers, Raymond and Arnold (Jane) Durfee;
Bernice was predeceased by her husband Carl in 1989; son, Ronald; sister,
Eleanor; and brother, Donald. Family and friends are invited to call Thursday,
February 24, 2005, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the James D. Barrett
Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held there on Friday, February 25,
2005, at 10:00 a.m with Pastor David Sullivan officiating. Interment will
follow to Forest Lawn Memorial Park
DUSENBERY - AIKMAN
Mildred A. A longtime resident of Wygant Rd. Horseheads and most recently
of Southport, passed away peacefully in the care of the Chemung County
Nursing Facility on Friday afternoon, October 7, 2005 with her family at
her side at the age of 89. Mildred was born on November 9, 1915 in Thurston,
NY daughter to Percy H. & Sarah V. Davis Dusenbery. She was married
to John Aikman in 1941 and he predeceased her in 1979. Together they provided
a loving home to raise their five children, Cola Thayer, Southport; Adell
Gruslin, N. Attleboro, MA; John & Chris Aikman, Breesport; Percy &
Karen Aikman, Southport; Ted & Dawn Aikman, Breesport; nine grandchildren,
Brian (Stacy) Thayer, Jason Thayer, Andrea (Eric) Klanderman, Alissa (Frank)
Vera, John W. Aikman, Justin Aikman, Cassandra Aikman, Jason Alexander,
Derrick (fiancée, Lindsay) Alexander; nephews, Bill and Jack Wylie;
a brother-in-law, William "Bud" Wylie, Horseheads. In addition to her parents
and husband, she was predeceased by her sister, Grace Wylie and her son-in-law,
Dennis Thayer. Mildred is remembered for enjoying a simple life filled
with love for her family, her home, gardening, and crocheting. Family and
friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126
Broadway, Southport on Monday evening, October 10, 2005 between the hours
of 5-8 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 8 p.m. with
the Reverend Robert Adkins officiating, Graveside services will take place
at the families convenience in Forest Lawn Memorial Park where she will
be interred next to her husband John. Memorials may be directed to the
charity of ones choice or by simply showing an act of kindness to a neighbor
or friend in her memory.
ECK Josephine BREESE
Josephine Age 90, formerly of Elmira, widow of Lester F. Breese, died
August 6, 2005 in Moravia, NY. Interment services will be held at 1:00
p.m., Wednesday, August 10, 2005, in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY.
(her maiden name was eck...her family came from enid ,oklahoma.......dave
vandegrift lowman)
ECKERT Michael A.
Was born August 13, 1944 in Poughkeepsie, NY, the son of James and
Marion (Morey) Eckert, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2008, at the
Arnot Ogden Medical Center at the age of 63. His father, James, preceded
Michael in death. He is survived by his mother, Marion; loving companion,
JoAnn Fretz and her son, Tom Fretz; children, Dawn E. Eckert, Noel A. Eckert,
Michael J. and Linda T. Eckert; along with several grandchildren. Michael
was employed by Swift Transportation as a 48 state over the road truck
driver. He enjoyed traveling the country and loved fishing. Family and
friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service in the First Baptist Church,
121 West Church Street, Elmira, NY, on Thursday, June 26, 2008, at 12:00
(noon). The Reverend Dennis Christiansen will celebrate Michael's service.
Interment will follow in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers,
memorial donations may be directed to the PDM Center, c/o Dr. John McElligott,
9135 Middle Pike Street, Knoxville, TN 37923. Thank You - Michael's
friends and family wish to express their sincere gratitude and appreciation
to the following: Falck Cancer Center, Dr. Reddy, Dr. Daulfin, Dr. Tringly,
Linda and Amy for the outstanding love and care given to Mr. Eckert.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 6/23/2008 - 6/24/2008.
EDGER Audrey J. Age 73, of 562 Cypress St., Elmira, NY. She was born January 6, 1932 in Elmira Heights, daughter of the late Edgar and Dorothy (Heater) Edger and passed away Saturday, August 20, 2005, at Elcor Health Services. She was predeceased by a great-granddaughter, Macelyn Hoyt; and is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Carmella and Ronald Hoffman; grandchildren, Nicole Hoffman, Christina (Randy) Hoyt, all of Odessa, Val (Shaun) Cannon of Burdett, NY, and Sgt. Jeremy Joseph Hoffman, U.S. Army National Guard stationed in Baghdad, Iraq; great-grandchildren, Taryn and Austin Hoyt and Mackenzie and Margaret Cannon; brother, Edward H. Edger; and sister, Sue Lynd, both of Horseheads; along with several nieces and nephews; special companion of 33 years, Francis (Pa) McCann and his children, Danny, Ellen, Laura and Teresa. Audrey retired in 1991 as Manager of Admissions with the Arnot Ogden Medical Center and was currently the general manager of the Econolodge on County Route 64 in Big Flats. She was a member of the American Legion Post 1612 Auxiliary, Big Flats, and the Chemung County American Legion Auxiliary. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Friday, August 26th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Her funeral service will be held there on Saturday, August 27th, at 10 a.m. Rev. Sheila Price will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
EDGER Edward H. Age 68, of Horseheads, NY. He was born August 18, 1938 in Elmira, son of the late Edgar A. and Dorothy I. (Heater) Edger, and passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital after a brief illness. He was predeceased by his sister, Audrey J. Edger; and is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Richard McPherson; grandchildren, Craig and Kristen McPherson, all of Carol Stream, IL; sister, Sue Lynd of Horseheads; nieces and nephews, Paul (Yvonne) Lynd of NC, Phillip (Donna) Lynd of Canastota, NY, Michael Lynd of Saratoga Springs, NY, Janice Visscher of Horseheads and Carmella (Ron) Hoffman of Odessa; along with several great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins. Ed retired from Anchor Glass after 35 years of service. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the American Legion Post 154, Elmira Heights, Montour Moose and the White Eagles Club. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Monday, March 12th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. His funeral service will be held there on Tuesday, March 13th at 10 a.m. Rev. Mari Rockwell will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will provide their own flowers. Those wishing may remember Ed through donations to the American Cancer Society.
EDGER Jack Alan
Of Elmira passed away Saturday evening, January 12, 2008 at the Arnot-Ogden
Medical Center following an illness at the age of 62. Born on March 26,
1945 in Elmira, Jack was the son of Willis D. & Margaret Allen Edger.
He served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War;
after returning home he earned his Bachelors Degree. Jack was employed
by Thomas & Betts Corp. for many years. An avid sportsmen he enjoyed
a game of golf and following the NY Yankees. He is survived by his loving
family, a sister and brother-in-law, Rowena "Red" & Franklin Freeborn,
Horseheads; a brother and sister-in-law, Willis & Betty Edger, Ulster,
PA; nieces and nephews, Franklin Freeborn, William Freeborn, Hugh (Cheryl)
Freeborn, Laurie (John) Howe, Scott Freeborn, Willis (Charleen) Edger,
Thomas (Vicky) Edger and Carol (William) Williams, several great nieces
and great nephews and cherished family friends. Family and friends will
be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway on Friday
January, 18, 2008 from 12 noon - 1 pm. Funeral services will follow the
visitation at 1 pm. with the Reverend Larry Appenzeller officiating. Burial
will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park with full military honors
accorded Mr. Edger.
WILLIS "Bill" DANIEL EDGER
Willis Daniel "Bill" Edger, 76, of Horseheads, NY died January 9, 1990.
He was a retired employee of Thatcher Glass Company in Elmira, NY. He is
survived by his wife of 56 years, the former Margaret Allen; sons and daughters-in-law,
Willis and Betty Edger of Elmira, NY, daughter and son-in-law, Rowena and
Franklin Freeborn of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Franklin W. Freeborn,
William Freeborn, both of Erin, NY, Hugh and Carolyn Freeborn of Portville,
NY, Laurie and John Howe of Newark, DE, Scott Freeborn of Horseheads, NY,
Willis and Charlene Edger of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Thomas and Rene
Edger of Gillett, PA, Carol and William Williams of Milan, PA; six great-grandchildren;
several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins. He
was born September 6, 1913 in Corning, NY, the son of John and Flora Millspaugh
Edger. Funeral services were held on January 12 at the VanBuskirk-Lynch
Funeral Home in Horseheads, NY with the Rev. Larry L. Appenzeller officiating
and interment to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. It was Mr. Edger's wish
that he be remembered through memorials to the Elmwood Baptist Church.
(TGR, Thursday, January 18, 1989)
ELLWOOD - CUNNINGHAM
Carol J. Of Elmira, NY Age 52 passed away Sunday, July 30, 2000 at the
Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira. Surviving are husband, Arthur W. Cunningham
at home; son, Wade Cunningham at home; daughter, Melissa "Missy"
(Paul) Borger of Washington, PA; granddaughter, Patricia Borger; father
and mother, Ernest T. and Anna J. Shook Elwood of Elmira, NY; brother,
Frank (Rose) Elwood of Corning, NY; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was predeceased by a brother, Clyde "Ted" Elwood in 1966. Carol
was a member of the Multiple Sclerosis Association of Chemung Valley. Her
main interest in life encompassed her home and family especially her children
and their many friends. Family and friends are invited to call Thursday,
August 3, 2000 from 1 to 4 PM at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050
Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira with the funeral and committal following there
at 4:00 PM with the Rev. Cathy Black officiating. Interment will
be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira at the convenience of the
family. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the Multiple Sclerosis
Association of Chemung Valley, PO Box 134, Elmira, NY 14902, in Carol's
memory.
ELSTON - GAUGHAN
Edith E. Age 83, of 511 Columbia Street passed away Friday, August
3, 2001 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Edith was born April 21, 1918 in Elmira,
daughter of the late Eben and Nora (Jenkins) Elston. She was a member of
St. Patrick's Church and devoted her life to her family and friends. Survivors
include her husband, Martin F. Gaughan, of Elmira; a daughter, Mary Ann
(James) Grant of Appling, GA; a brother, Wilson (Mary) Elston of Lowman;
brother-in-law, James Gaughan of Elmira; her special boy, Christopher Cleary
of Elmira; 9 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews
and cousins. Edith was predeceased by her daughter, Margaret Gaughan Cleary;
sisters and brothers, Jennie Gunderman, Agnes Little, Margaret Austin,
Ruth Isaacs, Ebben, Frank, Samuel, John and Fred Elston. Family and friends
are invited to call from 4 to 8 PM Monday, August 6, 2001 at the James
D. Barrett Funeral Home. A prayer service will be held at the conclusion
of calling hours at 8 PM with Rev. Walter Wainwright officiating. Interment
will be at the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
ELWOOD George Kenneth ("Ken" "George")
Age 79, of Egg Harbor Township, NJ, passed away to be with the Lord
on October 7, 2007 after a long illness. George was a sweet, kind, giving
man who always had a smile. George was a die hard Phillies fan and was
very excited to hear about them winning the NL Eastern Division Championship.
George was born in Bentley Creek, Pennsylvania, married Dorothy in 1950
and lived in Elmira, New York until 1963, when they moved to the Jersey
Shore. George was a Little League Baseball coach, Boy Scout leader and
past Governor of the Galloway Township Chapter of the Loyal Order of the
Moose. He loved to garden and could grow the best cucumbers, scallions
and zucchini ever. He worked as an oil burner repairman for Home Heating
and Burkhard for many years and then worked for the Dawes Avenue School
in Somers Point as a custodian until his retirement in 1999. After retirement,
George loved going to the EHT Senior Center every weekday to play bingo
and talk with his friends. George was predeceased by his wife of 46 years,
Dorothy in 1996. He is also predeceased by six brothers and two sisters.
He is survived by three children, David (Marie) of EHT, Carl of Millville,
Paulene Elwood of Mays Landing and Kym Gramm (Paul) of Mays Landing; his
brother, Clyde (Lillian) of Hammondsport, NY; six grandchildren, Jim Servis
(Adrienne) of California, Michael Servis (Jennifer) of EHT, David Elwood
Jr. (Tammy) of Mays Landing, Arthur Axelson (Stacey) of Vineland, Jason
Axelson, currently in Iraq (Tanya), Carl Elwood, Jr. (a/k/a CJ) of Millville
and Stefanie Lecuyer of Mays Landing; and nine great-grandchildren, Zach,
Luke, Jared, Kayla, Ashley, Alexi, Tori, Zach and Jason Jr.; as well as
several nieces and nephews; and his companion, Joan Wright of Pleasantville,
NJ. A viewing will be held at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., Elmira, NY 14904 on Friday, October 12, 2007, from 10 a.m. to 11
a.m. with a service at 11 a.m. Burial will be held at Forest Lawn Cemetery,
Elmira, NY. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: COPD Research,
Parkinson's Disease Research and/or Breast Cancer Research of your choice.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 10/11/2007 - 10/12/2007.
EMERY - WALRATH
Jean E. Formerly of Watkins Glen and most recently of Southport, passed
away peacefully Saturday evening, February 25, 2006 at St. Joseph's Hospital,
where she had been residing at the age of 80. Jean was born on February
21, 1926 in Montour Falls, NY to Frank & Florence Gould Emery. She
was married to Donald R. Walrath, w ho predeceased her in 1976. Her many
interests include special times with her family and listening to music.
She was a member of the Mooreland Presbyterian Church and the Olive Branch
Grange. Surviving are her loving family who cherish her memory. A daughter
and son-in-law, Jean & John Jessmore, Southport; grandchildren, Donald
R. Duffy and Emerald M. Jessmore; great grandchildren, Tiffany and Benjamin
Duffy; a special nephew, Anthony J. Jessmore along with several nieces,
nephews and family friends including her longtime friend and companion
of 30 years, Gordon Hausner. Jean's family will receive guests on Wednesday,
March 1, 2006 from 10-11 a.m. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. The
interment will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira.
EMERY LORMA RUTTER
Lorma E., Age 82, formerly of Marshall St., Horseheads, NY, passed
away Sunday, July 15, 2007, at the Elcor Health Services in Horseheads.
Lorma was born on February 10, 1925 in Shirley Township, PA, daughter of
the late Clarence and Ella (Laird) Emery. Lorma leaves behind many family
and friends that will carry the love of Lorma in their hearts forever.
Survivors include her daughters, Marilyn Bubb of Sierra Vista, AZ and Dixie
Carlin of Fredericksburg, VA; sister, Geraldine Wentz of Newton Hamilton,
PA; grandchildren, Tammy, Elizabeth, Billy and Holly. Lorma was predeceased
by her husband, Elmer Rutter; daughter, Myrna Henry. Family and friends
are invited to call Thursday, July 19, 2007, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the James
D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held there on Friday,
July 20, 2007, at 10 a.m. with Rev. Patrick Holder officiating. Interment
will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
ERWAY Robert Donald, Sr. Age 89, of Twin Fawn Estates, Lowman, and formerly of Jackson Creek Road, Cayuta and Elmira Heights, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2006, at home. He was born December 8, 1916 at Paradise Hospital, Elmira, to Dr. Charles Hendry and Ruth (Parks) Erway. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Erway; sons, Robert D., Jr. (Susan) of Martinez, GA, Charles L. of Elmira, Mark A. (Anne) and James R. (Rhonda) of Breesport; daughters, Jean E. (Franklin) Nichols of Breesport and Barbara S. (Robert Sharp) Phillips of Horseheads; 15 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; brother, Dr. C. Eugene Erway of Elmira; ten nephews and nieces, plus three stepchildren and their families. He was predeceased by his first wife, Elizabeth Skillman Erway in 1975; sister, Evelyn Erway Cleveland; grandson, Darrell John DeLorme; and very good friend, Rev. Robert A. DeLorme. Graduated from Thomas A. Edison HS in 1934 and Wyckoff School in NYC in 1936. As a young man, he played trumpet/cornet in the Bob Erway Orchestra in the local area. He worked for Elmira Bank & Trust and Eclipse/Bendix Aviation during WWII before establishing Erway's Sweet Shoppe which he operated for about 10 years. Then he sold securities and Mutual Funds for Rockwell Gould, First Albany Corporation & Townsley-Liptak. He retired at age 73 as Director of Chemung County Soil & Water Conservation District. A lifelong resident of Chemung Co., he was active in many community organizations: Director and Past President of Chemung Co. Cooperative Extension, Director City Rescue Mission, S.S. Superintendent, member Admin. Board, Chairman Finance Committee & Men's Club at Oakwood UMC, Chairman Boy Scout Troop 13 Committee, Supervisor Town of Erin 1964-69 and 1976-77, County Board of Supervisors1964-69, Chairman Arrangements-Billy Graham Crusade June and September 1972, Coordinator Newton-Hoffman Creeks Watershed Project which resulted in many flood prevention dams including Park Station Park, Chairman Chemung Co. Soil & Water Conservation District, Originator County Annual Arbor Green Project, Chairman Sullivan Trail Resource Conservation & Development Project, Chairman NYS Resource, Conservation & Development Committee, NYS Conservation Council "Soil Conservationist of the Year-1973", long-term Republican Committeeman, member of John Birch Society, member of Elmira Heights Lodge #913 F&AM and performed in several of their minstrel shows, member of Elmira Heights Civil Defense, member of several Historical Societies, testified before the US Congress, spoke out locally against the Students for a Democratic Society and ran for County Clerk twice. Bob was a fan of Big Band music and met and obtained autographs of many famous bandleaders. He relished family time and took many long family trips and hundreds of family slide pictures. Arrangements are being handled by Ballard & Lindgren Funeral Home. Family and friends are invited to call at Oakwood UMC, Elmira Heights, on Friday, January 13 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Celebration of Life service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours. A reception will follow the service. At Bob's request, cremation has taken place and interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Bob's name to Southern Tier Hospice & Palliative Care, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830, Oakwood UMC Student Aid Fund, 212 Oakwood Avenue, Elmira Heights, NY 14903, or a charity of your choice. Envelopes will be provided.
EVERETTE James L.
Resident of Pine City, NY
Age 82, born November 30, 1924 in Hahira, GA, the son of the late Leon
A. and Lula (Morrell) Everette, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November
17, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital with his beloved family at his side.
James is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 62 years, Doris C.
(Wiggins) Everette; special daughters and sons-in-law, Carolyn and James
Butler of Pine City, NY; Eldora and Larry LaRue of Knoxville, TN; along
with six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
James was a veteran of the US Navy, proudly serving his country from 1942
- 1945. He was a lifetime member of the B.P.O.E. Lodge #62 Elmira Elks
Club. James retired after many dedicated years as a self-employed contractor.
Family and friends will gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., Elmira, NY, on Tuesday, November 20, 2007, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Services celebrating his life will be held there on Wednesday,
November 21, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. The Reverend William Vallet will officiate.
Interment will follow where he will be laid to rest in the family plot
at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, where the Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad
will accord Mr. Everette Military Honors. Memorial donations may be directed
to the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church, 1238 Pennsylvania Ave.,
Pine City, NY 14871 or to the Food Bank at the Church in memory of James.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/19/2007.
EVERETTE James L. - Resident of Pine City, NY, Age 82, born November 30, 1924 in Hahira, GA, the son of the late Leon A. and Lula (Morrell) Everette, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 17, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital with his beloved family at his side. Family and friends will gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Tuesday, November 20, 2007, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services celebrating his life will be held there on Wednesday, November 21, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. The Reverend William Vallet will officiate. Interment will follow where he will be laid to rest in the family plot at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, where the Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad will accord Mr. Everette Military Honors. Memorial donations may be directed to the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church, 1238 Pennsylvania Ave., Pine City, NY 14871 or to the Food Bank at the Church in memory of James.
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