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John H. FARWELL, Jr., 30, of East Cayuta Road, Horseheads, Monday, Feb. 6, 1961. He was an employee of Shays Service, Inc., member of Northside Baptist Church. Survived by wife, Mrs. Marilyn Farwell; daughters, Marilyn and Janet; sons John III and Douglas, all at home; parents Mr. and Mrs. John H. Farwell of Elmira; brothers, Lyle of Beacon, N. Y., Earl, Robert, Dale and Gary of Elmira, sister Mrs. Irma Rodabaugh of Horseheads. Body at Barrett Funeral Home. Calling hours: today and Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Friday at 2 p.m. in Northside Baptist Church, the Rev. Cortland R. Bryant. Forest Lawn Memorial Park. (Elmira Star Gazette, Pg. 7, Wed. 8 Feb. 1961)
FERRIS - LATTERELL, Crystal P. (Ferris)
Of Stacia Drive, Passed away peacefully on Monday, October 1, 2007,
at Elcor Health Services, Horseheads, NY, at the age of 87. "Chris," as
she was affectionately known, was preceded in death by her loving husband,
Charles F. "Chuck" Latterell, November 18, 2001. Her parents; brother,
Cecil Ferris; daughter, Jane Sorrells; brother-in-law, Richard (Mary) Latterell;
sisters-in-law, Mary Latterell, Eleanor (Carmen) Dean, also predeceased
her. She is survived by her son, Thomas (Marty) Hopkins of Louisville,
KY; brother-in-law, Ernest "Bucky" (Eleanor) Latterell of Elmira, NY; along
with five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews,
great-nieces, and great-nephews. For several years, Crystal was a dedicated
employee of Remington Rand. She volunteered with the Southport Fire Department
Ladies Auxiliary for many years. Her greatest joy came from gardening and
planting flowers all around her home. Crystal was an Avon Representative
for 15+ years and was the recipient of many prestigious awards. Family
and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050
Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904, on Thursday, October 4, 2007, from
4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services celebrating her life will follow the
visitation
at 7 p.m. Lay Pastor John P. Knapp will officiate. Interment will take
place in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Southern Tier
Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14930, in her memory.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/3/2007.
FIELD Lynn T., Sr.
Age 77, formerly of Elmira, NY. He was born February 18, 1930 in Elmira,
son of the late Arthur D., Sr. and Evelyn (Taylor) Field and passed away
Thursday, February 7, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was predeceased
by his parents; brothers and sisters, Arthur, Jr., Carl, Paul, Dorothy,
Evelyn and MaryLou; grandson, Christopher. Lynn is survived by his loving
wife if 55 years, Frances: two sons, Lynn T. Field, Jr. and wife, Lisa
of Corning, Craig M. Field and wife, Debbie of Horseheads; five grandchildren;
three great-grandchildren; sister, Eva Pickett of Jamestown, NY; along
with several nieces, nephews and cousins. Lynn served his country in the
U.S. Army during the Korean War. He retired from the City of Elmira where
he worked as an Engineering Department Supervisor for 35 years. Family
and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake
St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Saturday, February 16th from 2 to 4
p.m. His funeral and committal services will follow at 4 p.m. Rev. Dr.
Larry Appenzellar will officiate. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial
Park at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing
may remember Lynn through donations to the American Diabetes Association,
356 N. Midler Ave., Syracuse, NY 13206. Published in the Star-Gazette
from 2/12/2008 - 2/15/2008.
FIELDS – Allen E. Fields, age 81, of Gillett RD2, PA, died Monday, May 5, 1986, at the Troy Community Hospital. Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Wednesday, 7-9 PM, with Funeral and Committal Services there Thursday at 1 PM, the Rev. Charles Root officiating. Interment, Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Survived by wife of 57 years, Alice (Cole) Fields; daughter, Mrs. Cleone Buchanan of Ocala, FL; son, Jack Fields of Gillett, PA; 10 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Allen was a retired car repairman for the Pennsylvania Railroad.
FIELDS Raymond L. WWII Veteran Age 86, passed away on July 30, 2005 after a courageous battle with cancer, in the Bath VA Medical Center, Bath, NY. He is survived by his wife, Pauline Carr Fields of Elmira, NY; daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and David Kelly of Vestal, NY; son and daughter-in-law, James and Nancy Fields of Apalachin, NY; daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Tom Mitteer of Johnson City, NY; sons, Roy Fields of Baltimore, MD, Joseph Fields of Endicott, NY; stepdaughter, Joyce Fiore of Elmira, NY; sister, Sylvia Buckland of Vestal, NY; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Raymond served in the Army during WWII achieving the rank of Sergeant. He worked as a mechanic for many years at Shafer's Garage in Johnson City, NY. He then owned and operated Ray's Garage in Endicott and Johnson City. Ray was retired from business and idle only a short time before going to work for American LaFrance in Elmira building fire trucks and delivering them all over the country. In recent years, he worked for Koch Chrysler-Dodge, Clute & Ferrario Ford as a courtesy driver and parts delivery. Ray enjoyed auto racing. He built and raced stock cars at local tracks earlier in his career, and later in life enjoyed NASCAR racing. He enjoyed boating and spent a number of years motoring around Cayuga Lake. Ray was a member of the American Legion Harry B. Bentley Post #0443, VFW of Johnson City #2332, Elks, and a lifetime member since 1940, of the Loyal Order of Moose #426. He held many positions in the Moose leading to the honorific Pilgrim Degree of Merit. Ray had many friends in the community and his fraternal clubs. He was appreciated and loved by everyone he encountered. He will be missed by all. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira on Monday, August 1, 2005 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. with funeral held there on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m.; followed by committal in Forest Lawn Memorial Park with full Military Honors. A Memorial Pilgrim Service will be conducted Monday evening at 8:00 p.m.
FISH Benjamin H.
Benjamin H. Fish, 68, of 930 Spruce St., Friday, April 17, 1959.
He was a retired inspector at Remington Rand. Survived by wife, Mrs.
Lora Fish; daughters, Mrs. Leigh Shaw and Mrs. Florence Judson; sons, Waldo
and Kenneth, all of Elmira; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren;
sister, Mrs. Baker Newell of Elmira. Body at Olthof Funeral Home.
Calling hours: today 7 to 9 p.m., Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral
there Monday at 1:30 p.m., the Rev. Paul Fattaruso. Forest Lawn Memorial
Park.
FISH Robert R. II
Age 63 of S. Broadway, Wellsburg, NY, passed away peacefully Thursday
morning at ELCOR Health Services. He was born August 23, 1944 in Elmira,
NY, son of the late Robert and Cora Casselberry Fish. Bob was employed
as a punch press operator at Upstate Tool Company and later at Thomas &
Betts. He enjoyed bowling, camping and fishing. Survivors include his wife,
Pamela Fish of Elmira; sons, Robert (Danielle) Pedrick, Michael Fish and
Joshua Fish, all of Elmira; daughters, Carolyn (Anthony Buelow) Fish and
Belinda Fish of Elmira; brothers, Lester, Danny and Charlie Fish, all of
Elmira; sisters, Helen Fish and Julia Fish of Elmira, Betty Hoyt of Sayre,
PA; grandchildren, Katelyn, Ashleigh, Brandon and Gavin; several nieces,
nephews and cousins. Family and friends are invited to call from 10 to
11 a.m. Monday, February 11, 2008, at Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main
Street, Wellsburg, NY. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. with Reverend
James Carr officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family
in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 2/9/2008.
FLETCHER
Kenneth H. Kennedy Valve Retiree Age 85 of Woodbine Ave. Elmira, NY
passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 28, 2001 at the Chemung County
Nursing Facility. He was born June 26, 1916 in Waterville, Maine the son
of the late Charles and Mary (Williams) Fletcher. He is survived by his
loving wife, Rose; children, Nancy (Chris) Hansen of Rutland VT; Edward
(Irene) Fletcher of Las Vegas, NV; Janet (John) Haflett of Calhoun, GA;
step-children, Raymond (Lois) Ingham of Endicott, NY; Phyllis Hatfield
of Horseheads, NY; Rose (Rick) Graffius of Punxsutawney, PA; James (Maureen)
Ingham Lewiston, NY; along with several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
In his earlier years, Kenneth was employed by the Kennedy Space Center
as an electrician. After re-locating to the Elmira area he worked until
his retirement with Kennedy Valve as an electrician as well. He was a member
of the American Legion Clarence Oliver Post # 154 Elmira Heights, NY. In
his spare time Kenneth enjoyed working with wood. Some of his most favorite
things to create were shelves, cupboards, coffee tables and cradles. Family
and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave. Elmira on Saturday, December 1, 2001 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 (noon)
A Memorial Service honoring the memory and celebrating the life of Mr.
Fletcher will be held there at the conclusion of the visitation. (12 noon).
The Reverend Donald Hoff will officiate. Interment will follow in the Forest
Lawn Memorial Park.
FOSTER, Earl John W3BKF A longtime resident of Fassett, PA passed away following an illness on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23, 2006 at his home at the age of 77. Born on June 9, 1929 in Troy, PA; Earl was the son of John & Eva Williams Foster; He was employed for over 30 years at the Elmira Star Gazette as a printer and also at Eureka in Troy for 10 additional years before retiring. His many interests revolved around the Fassett community as a firemen with the South Creek Fire Department and was instrumental in Bradford County Civil Defense. He was also a well known HAM Radio Operator, W3BKF. Surviving is his loving family, children, Lynn & Bob Ziegenfuss, York, PA; Kevin (Terri) Foster, Pine City, NY; Andy & Joette Foster, Southport, NY; Julie (John) Foster, Himrod, NY; and Eileen & Craig Allen, Cortland, NY several grandchildren, nieces and nephews; a brother, Theodore Foster; two sisters, Beatrice Hurlburt and Margaret Johnston along with Earls canine companion, "Packet". Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway on Monday, November 27, 2006 between the hours of 4- 7 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 7:15 p.m. with the Reverend Donald Rockwell officiating. Burial will take place at the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be directed to the South Creek Ambulance Association, PO Box 63, Gillett, PA 16925. in Earl's memory. (Elmira Star Gazette, Page 5c, Sunday, November 26, 2006)
EARL JOHN FOSTER, 77 a long-time resident of Fassett, PA passed away following an illness on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 2006 at his home. Born June 9, 1929 in Troy he was the son of John and Eva Williams Foster. He was employed for over 30 years at the Elmira Star-Gazette as a printer and at Eureka, Troy for 10 additional years before retiring. His many interests revolved around the Fassett community as a fireman with the South Creek Fire Dept. and was instrumental in Bradford Co. Civil Defense. He was also a well known HAM Radio Operator, W3BKF. Surviving is his loving family; children, Lynn & Bob Ziegenfuss, York, PA, Kevin (Terri) Foster, Pine City, Andy and Joette Foster, Southport, NY, Julie (John) Foster, Himrod, NY and Eileen and Craig Allen, Cortland, NY; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews; brother, Theodore Foster; sisters, Beatrice Hurlburt and Margaret Johnston and his canine companion, “Packet”. Funeral services were held Nov. 27 at the Caywood Funeral Home, Southport, NY with the Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating. Burial will take place at the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be directed to the South Creek Ambulance Association, PO Box 63, Gillett, PA in his memory. –Canton Independent Sentinel
FORSYTH MAY L. KIEFFER
May L. Age 82, of Canandaigua and formerly of Newtown Towers Elmira,
passed away after a long illness Sat. June 17, 2006. She was predeceased
by her husband, Paul Kieffer in 1980, and is survived by her children,
Patricia Slaven of Virginia Beach, VA, Ruth Evans of Clearlake, CA, Allen
Kieffer of Glendale, AZ, Paul Kieffer of North Carolina, John Kieffer of
Canandaigua, NY; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. May was
born Oct. 24, 1923 in Corning, NY, the daughter of Bert and Ruth (Ribble)
Forsyth. She was a caring mother and grandmother and homemaker. Family
and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main
St., Horseheads, Today, Tuesday, June 20, 2006, from 3-4:30 her service
there at 4:30 p.m. and interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
FOWLER - KERR
Mildred E. Fowler Of Elmira, New York, passed away on Saturday, March
10, 2007. Many are those who will miss and mourn her and the unconditional
love that was her legacy. She was a mother and grandmother without equal
to her daughter, Donna C. Kerr-Nowlan; and grandson, Brent Fowler Nowlan,
both of Elmira, and grandson, Craig Kerr (Mary) Nowlan of Cape Coral, FL;
sister-in-law, Ruth (Tootie) Fowler; and close friends, Rose Charlap and
Edward Bartlett. The "adopted" mother of many others and spread the definition
of the word "friend" and family. Mildred was predeceased by her husband,
Sylvan L. Kerr in 1979. Friends may call at the BAKER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME,
640 W. GRAY ST, ELMIRA , on Tuesday, March 13, from 4-5 p.m. with funeral
and committal services following calling hours at 5 p.m. Rev. James Jones
officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira,
at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may
make memorials to Paralyzed Veterans of America, 7 Millbrook Road, Wilton,
NH 03086; or Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 380 Penna. Ave., Elmira, NY 14904;
or to the SPCA Animal Shelter, 2435 RT. 352, Elmira, NY.
FRICKLE - WHITE (SRGP 21884)
Jeannette Age 75 Of Elmira, NY passed away Saturday, December 15, 2001
at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center.She was born on July 26, 1926 in Gillette,
PA the daughter of Harry and Nellie Strange Frickle.She is survived by:
her son; Larry (Valerie) White, grandsons; Harrison and Spencer White all
of Corvallis, OR. Also surviving are: a step-son Ronald White of Pine City,
sisters; Irma Curren of Fassett, PA, Jane Daggett of Daggett, PA and Diane
Stoner of Arlington, MA, brother; Larue Frickle of Elmira, Heights, NY.
Jeannette was predeceased by her husband Victor Ival White in 1988. She
was a member of the D.A.R. and attended the United Methodist Church. Family
and Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, December 19, 2001 from 2:00
to 3:00 PM with Funeral and Committal Service there Wednesday at 3:00 PM.
Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park will be at the convenience of the
family. In Lieu of flowers those wishing may make donations to the Food
Bank of The Southern Tier, 945 County Route 64, Elmira, NY 14903.
FREELOVE -BERTHA M. HALL
Bertha M. Hall, 83, of Elmira, NY died Wednesday April 19, 1995 at
Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born Bertha M. Freelove, December 17,
1911, in Troy, PA. She is survived by her children: Delores (Hall) Waters
of Horseheads, NY, Marjorie (Hall) and Douglas Ames of Elmira, NY, Richard
and Joanne (Harris) Hall of Boise, ID, Beverly (Hall) Balint of Elmira,
NY, Robert and Dianne (Dupree) Hall of Horseheads, NY; eight great-grandchildren;
several great-grandchildren; two sisters; several nieces and nephews. She
was predeceased by her husband, Ernest N. Hall; grandsons: Jeffrey and
Jason Hall; sister: Frances Fay. Bertha was a resident of the Skilled Nursing
Unit of the Arnot Ogden Medical Center and former employee of Elmira College.
Funeral and Committal Services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in
Elmira on April 21st. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at
the convenience of the family. Those wishing may send memorial donations
to the American Heart Association, P. O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220-3049.
(TGR Thursday, April 27, 1995)
FULLER Wendel P. "Hap" Of Elmira, NY
Was born September 10, 1918 in Conifer, NY, the son of the late Bert
Louis and Mildred (Haskins) Fuller, passed away peacefully at his home
on Magee Street on Saturday, February 9, 2008, with his beloved wife, "Betty"
at his side. His stepdaughter, Donna Greeno, who went home to be with her
Lord in May of 1995, predeceased him. "Hap", as he is affectionately known
by many, is survived by his loving, devoted and patient wife of 36 years,
Elizabeth "Betty" (Rounsville) Fuller; beloved stepchildren, Dick (Liz)
Fuller of Elmira, NY, Sharon (Pete) Maher of Elmira, NY; children, Raymond
Fuller of Florida, Paul (Denise) Fuller of Syracuse, NY, Barbara, also
of Syracuse, NY, Kathy Coughlin of Oneonta, NY, Gladys Jean Lesher of Alabama,
Adelle of Texas; brother, Allen Fuller of Middlebury, PA; sisters, Jean
Fish of Wellsboro, PA, Pauline Gardner of Texas; along with several grandchildren,
great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Mr. Fuller's nickname, "Hap",
was given to him because of how happy he always was. He loved his work
and was a "jack of all trades", knowing exactly what it meant to work by
the sweat of his brow. He loved gardening and his flowers, especially his
roses, which he took great pride in. He was an avid sportsman, enjoying
hunting and fishing. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof
Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904, on Friday,
February 15, 2008, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Funeral services honoring his
life will follow the visitation with the Reverend Jefferey Becker celebrating
"Hap's" service. Interment will take place privately at the convenience
of the family in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 2/14/2008.
GARDNER - Donald A. Gardner Sr.
January 4, 2008 Donald A. Gardner Sr., 87, of Dewitt, died Friday at
James Square. He was born in Canton, Ohio, and served with the Civil Air
Patrol during WWII. He retired from Continental Casualty Insurance Company
as an insurance sales person. He was a member of the Millionaires Club
for sales executives with Continental. Mr. Gardner was a communicant of
St. Matthew's Church and a member of the East Syracuse Moose Lodge. He
was predeceased by his first wife, Ada; his second wife, Barbara Featherstone;
a daughter, Donna Faye; and his brother, Norman. He is survived by his
sons, Donald of Gurnee, IL, and Ronald of Sacramento, CA; daughter, Charlene
Tebo of Gouverneur; stepchildren, Michael, Kathy, Timothy, Vicky and Charles
Featherstone; his brother, Delbert; his sister, Ruth; and six grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Goddard-Crandall-Shepardson
Funeral Home, 3111 James St. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park
in Elmira. Friends may greet the family from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, before
the service. Goddard-Crandall- Shepardson 463-4320
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/7/2008. (I am sending
you this OB because it is the father of Donna Faye, the little 3 year old
girl that died in the 1946 Flood. Note that he is being buried in
Elmira,NY.)
GARRETT - ALEXANDER, Norma E.
Age 76, of Horseheads, NY, passed away Fri. May 23, 2008, at the Arnot
Ogden Medical Center. She was born Nov. 15, 1931 in Everett, MA, the daughter
to the late Henry and Etta (Major) Garrett. She was predeceased by her
brothers, Earl and Thomas Garrett; and sisters, Murial, Pat and Dorathea.
She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Donald J. Alexander; sons,
Donald Alexander of Elmira, NY, John (Susie) Alexander of Elmira, NY, Ken
(Pat) Alexander, also of Elmira, NY; grandchildren, Jason (Kristi) Alexander
of Elmira, NY, Derrick Alexander of Horseheads, NY, Cheryl Alexander of
Yonkers, NY, Jeffrey Alexander of Elmira, NY, and Brian Alexander of Elmira,
NY; sisters, Alberta Pingree of NH, Isabel Vaughn and Marjorie Garrett,
both of MA; and several nieces and nephews. Norma was a communicant of
St. Charles Borromeo Church in Elmira Heights and a member of the Women's
Auxiliary of the Elmira Heights American Legion Post #154. She was a devoted
wife, loving mother and grandmother who will be missed by those whose lives
she touched. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral
Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, on Sunday, May 25, 2008, from 2-5:00
p.m. where her service will follow at the funeral home at 5:00 p.m. Her
burial service will take place at the convenience of her family in Forest
Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira. Those wishing may remember Norma with memorials
to Elmira Heights Fire Dept., 215 Elmwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY 14903.
Envelopes will also be available at the funeral home. Published
in the Star-Gazette from 5/24/2008 - 5/25/2008.
GARRISON CHARLOTTE G
NY passed away on Monday December 10 , 2001 at St. Joseph's Hospital
after a brief illness. Charlotte was born October 7, 1948 in Elmira, NY
the daughter of Howard E. and Grace C. Burlingame Garrison. She was pre-deceased
by her father, Howard E. Garrison, on November 4, 1981. Charlotte is survived
by her mother: Grace C. Burlingame Garrison of Horseheads, NY; brother
and sister-in-law: Franklin & Annette Garrison of Horseheads, NY; sisters
and brother-in-law: Carol L. Garrison of Horseheads, NY, Michele &
James Ellis of Elmira, NY, and Sarah Williams of Apalachin, NY; several
nieces, nephews and a host of friends including her beloved friend, Barbara
Allen, with whom she resided. There will be no prior calling hours. Relatives
and friends are invited to attend Charlotte's Funeral Services on Thursday
December 13, 2001 at 10 AM at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home Mill St.
& Grand Central Avenue Horseheads, NY. The Rev. Sheldon Stoner will
officiate. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira, NY.
GHEE HARRIET E. BLANDFORD
Harriet E. Age 75, of 305 Schuyler Ave., Elmira, NY, passed away Wednesday,
September 13, 2006, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility in Elmira. Harriet
was born in Elmira, daughter of the late Stewart and Florence Ghee. Harriet
was a wonderful and caring wife and mother. She will be deeply missed by
her family and friends. Survivors include her husband, Clayton D. Blandford
of 58 years; daughters, Florence (Jonnell) McFadden of Olanta, SC, Theresa
Blandford and Shawn Blandford, both of Elmira, Maureen (Karen) Blandford
of Ithaca, NY, and Torri Blandford of Utica, NY; sons, Clayton D. Blandford
Jr. of Elmira, Timothy (Shamina) Blandford of Elmira and Thomas (Denise)
Blandford of Ashland, Mass; sister, Frances Slaven of Elmira; brother,
Charles Ghee of Rochester, NY; 11 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren;
several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. Harriet was predeceased
by her brother, Stewart Ghee Jr. Family and friends are invited to call
Thursday, September 14, 2006, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on
Friday, September 15, at 1 p.m. at the Barrett Funeral Home. Interment
will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions
in memory of Harriet can be made to Multiple Sclerosis Association at P.O.
Box 134, Elmira, NY 14902.
GILLETTE - MERKES
Cora G. Age 88, of Ball Street, Waverly, passed away peacefully Sunday,
July 10, 2005, at the Tioga Nursing Facility. She was born August 22, 1916
in Lockwood, New York, the daughter of the late Rose Harford and Ward Gillette,
and wife of the late James Merkes. Cora was also predeceased by her three
brothers, Carl, Leon and Hugh Gillette; and two sisters-in-law, Katherine
Gillette and Betty Northrup. Cora worked as a department head at W.T. Grants
in Horseheads, NY, and as a homemaker. She is survived by her sister, Ruth
Mott, Owego, NY; her four brothers, Lyle (Evelyn) Gillette, Waverly, NY,
Ross (Arlene) Gillette, Candor, NY, Ivan (Alberta) Gillette, Mount Joy,
PA., and Gene (Catherine) Gillette, Gouchland, VA; a sister-in-law, Joan
Gillette, Willseyville, NY; and stepson and daughter-in-law, Keith and
Ann Merkes, Elmira, NY; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
At Cora's request, there will be no calling hours. Funeral Services will
be held Thursday, July 14, 2005, at 1 p.m. at the Luckner Funeral Home,
449 Park Avenue, Waverly, New York, with Pastor Coole from Candor Baptist
Church officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Elmira,
NY. Those wishing may direct memorial contributions in Cora's name to the
charity of their choice.
GILLETTE Madyson Rose
Joined the Angels on the day of her birth, Tuesday August 21, 2007.
Saddened by her leaving are her loving parents, Melissa Tubbs & Shaun
Gillette along with grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and many family
friends. A graveside service will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park
on Saturday, September 1, 2007 at 10 a.m. with the Reverend Earl Barfoot
officiating.
HAROLD GLEASON, Age 48 passed away surrounded by his family, Mr. Gleason was predeceased by his father, Merrill Gleason, and a son Patrick Gleason. He is survived by his mother, Pauline Borden; his wife Jeanie Gleason; sons, Harold and Matthew Gleason; grandchildren, Jessica Bashore, Austin Gleason, Cody Allen, Kelsey Allen, Brandon Lynn Scott “My Little Buddy”; brothers, Merrill, Wilford and James Gleason, Danny Knapp and Chris Gleason; sisters, Carol Frace, Sharon Ribble, April Gleason and Bonnie Paterson; brothers-in-law, Ken Ribble and Elton Shaw; sister-in-law, Debbie Compton; several nieces and nephews. Best friends, Marion Haynes girlfriend, Don Kies, Richard VanTrese “My Brother Dick”, Julie Allen and Edward Cratsley. “Loved by all, missed by many.” Family and friends will be received at Caywood’s Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Thursday, August 14, 2003 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 1 p.m. with the Reverend Donald Rockwell officiating. Burial will take place in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Elmira. –Elmira Star Gazette.
GLEASON - JOHNSON Mabelle J.
Age 71 of 506 Beecher Street Elmira, NY passed away on Monday May 28,
2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Mabelle was born June 27, 1936 in Montour
Falls, NY, the daughter of the late Lester W. and Cynthia E. Freeman Gleason.
She was also pre-deceased by her husband Edward Johnson, her daughter Cindy
L. Watts, as well as her sister and brothers Dorothy Collins, Merle Gleason,
and Lester Gleason. Mabelle was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and
sister who devoted her life to her family and cherished every moment she
spent with them. Mrs. Johnson is survived by her loving children Jack E.
Groves; Deborah Clifford of Elmira, NY; Carol A. Sawyer of Painted Post,
NY; Kenneth C. Groves of Oneida, NY; Lester W. Groves of Elmira, NY; Norman
E. & Virginia Johnson of Elmira, NY; step-daughter and step-son: Arlene
Hodge of Spencer, NY and Daniel Johnson; sisters: Betty Maxwell of Gibson,
NY and Nellie Smith of Ulysses, PA; several grandchildren, great grandchildren,
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 Thursday May 31, 2007 from 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Mrs. Johnson's Funeral
Services will be held at the Funeral Home at the conclusion of calling
hours. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira, NY.
GOLDSMITH Jeffery T.
Age 36 of Columbus, OH and Greenville, OH, passed away Saturday evening,
September 20, 2008, at his residence in Columbus. Jeffery was born April
10, 1972 in Elmira, NY, to Pamela (Austin) Goldsmith and the late Charles
Goldsmith. He was a Highway Safety Specialist. In addition to his father,
Jeffery is also preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Charles
and Gladys (Edwards) Goldsmith; and maternal grandfather, Amos Austin.
Jeffery is survived his mother, Pamela Goldsmith of Sayre, PA; his soul
mate, Charisa Hathaway; daughter, Sytara Hathaway Goldsmith; son, Jacob
Goldsmith all of Greenville, OH; maternal grandmother, Geane Eyer of Alachua,
FL; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. The family will welcome
relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at
Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY, on Monday, September 29, 2008 from 4-7 p.m. Funeral
Services will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2008, at 10 a.m. at Maranatha
Bible Chapel, 774 Sing Sing Road, Horseheads, NY, with Pastor Tom Allen.
Jeffery will be laid to rest in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY immediately
following. Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/27/2008
GOODRICH Floyd M.
Age 65, of Odessa, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 18,
2008. He is survived by his daughters, Marie A. (Donald) Peltier and Patsy
(Dave) Dilley, all of Lawrenceville, PA; and ten grandchildren; his mother,
Cora Angeline (Goodrich) Hall of the Seneca View Nursing Facility, Montour
Falls, NY; sister, Anna Mae (Bill) Langley of Aurora, CO, Brothers, Walter
E. Goodrich of Middlebury Center, PA, and Lawrence M. Goodrich of Littleton,
CO. He is also survived by his loving companion, Sharon Thompson of Montour
Falls, NY, and her children, Shannon (Greg) Belanger of Elmira, NY, Shane
Ricci of Rochester, NY, and Adam Just of Montour Falls, NY; and special
friends, Sandy and Gene Kinney; along with several nieces, nephews and
cousins. He was predeceased by his father, Earl Goodrich; grandson, Dustin;
and stepfather, Amos Hall. Floyd was very active in the New York State
Fireman's Association. He served as Chief of the Odessa Fire Department
for 5 years. Floyd served two years in the U.S. Army and served in Vietnam.
He was also a member of the Odessa American Legion. Relatives and friends
are invited to call at the Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, 534 Church St.,
Odessa, NY, on Friday, August 22, 2008, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and again
on Saturday, August 23, from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. His funeral service will
follow calling hours on Saturday at 12 Noon. Interment will be held at
the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY,
with Full Military Honors. Those wishing to remember Floyd may do so through
memorials to the Odessa Fire Department, PO Box 132, Odessa, NY 14896.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/20/2008
GOODSELL - Campbell, Dorothy
A longtime resident of the Westside community passed away, Friday morning,
May 16, 2008 at her home in the loving care of her family and Southern
Tier Hospice. At her side were her two daughters, Fern Leopold, Elmira;
and Anne Turner, Moore Haven, FL; and her daughter-in-law, Barbara Campbell,
Savona.
Also surviving are her sons-in-law, William Leopold and Dale Turner;
four grandchildren, John (Liz) Campbell, Sterling, VA; Brian (Christy)
Campbell, Clermont, FL; David (Susan) Campbell, Salem, MA; and Carrie Leopold,
Elmira; four great grandchildren, Jack, Ellie and Nicholas Campbell and
Kaylee Leopold along with nieces, nephews and Dorothy's church family at
Westside United Methodist Church where she attended for many years.
Predeceasing her were her parents, Fred & Fern Brooks Goodsell; her
loving husband of 43 years, Wesley J. Campbell; a cherished son, John Campbell;
three sisters, Julia (Julian "Dude") Stocking, Adele (Bruce) Jefferds,
Winifred (Charles Eugene) Davis and a brother, William Goodsell. Remembered
by her smile, Dorothy was a warm and caring person. She enjoyed gardening,
reading and watching the NY Mets. Dorothy was employed by J.C. Penny for
many years in the fabric department first in the original location in downtown
and later at the Mall. Very important to her were the many lives she influenced
through the Girl Scouts where she was very active. Dorothy always provided
a wonderful home for her family and pets. Family and friends will
be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport
on Monday, May 19, 2008 between the hours of 4-7 p.m. Funeral services
for Dorothy will take place on Tuesday at the funeral home (10 a.m.) her
pastor, the Reverend Donald Guiles officiating. Interment will take place
in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at her families convenience. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 5/18/2008.
GORE GWENDOLYN J. COATES
Gwendolyn J. Age 67, of Lowman, NY, passed away on Wednesday, October
4, 2006, at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was born in Olean, NY on August
27, 1939 to the late Roland and Grace (Laing) Gore. Gwendolyn was predeceased
by her husband, Robert Coates; sons, Joseph, Randy and Bobby Jr. Coates;
and brothers, Albert and Jerry Gore. Survivors include her daughter, Rosemarie
(Michael) Koloski of Montour Falls; sons, Erin (Yvonne) Coates of Montour
Falls and Roland Coates of Erin; sister, Carol (Ted) Phillips of Portville,
NY; 15 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; along with several nieces
and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, October
9th, 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. with Rev. Anne Mowery officiating.
Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
GOSLINE William E. Jr.
Age 81, formerly a resident of 550 E. Church St., Elmira, passed away
on Tuesday, August 19, 2008, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility, where
he resided since May. He was born on December 16, 1926 in Roaring Branch,
PA, only son of the late William and Emma Jane (Eden) Gosline Sr. Bill
was predeceased by his sisters, Sarah Quinn, Lillian Overacker, Winifred
June, Barbara McNutt; and niece, Debra June. He is survived by his sister,
Emma Jane (Robert) Tuttle of Austin, TX; brother-in-law, William Overacker
of Horseheads; along with several nieces and nephews and grandnieces and
nephews. Bill graduated from Southside High School in 1944 and was a veteran
of the US Navy from 1944 to 1946. He was employed as an administrative
assistant in the office of the psychiatrist at the Elmira Correctional
Facility and was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. Bill will
be remembered as a faithful volunteer of many hours at St. Joseph's Hospital
until his declining health forced him to discontinue. Family and friends
are invited to call on Sunday, August 24th from 1 to 2 p.m. at the James
D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral Services will follow at 2 p.m. Interment
will take place at the convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial
Park. Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/21/2008
GOWAN –FERN ARDIS HARDENSTINE. A long time resident of Elmira's Southside, passed away peacefully in the care of her family, friends and hospice at her home on Saturday morning, February 2, 2002 at the age of 86. Born on May 27, 1915 in Evergreen, PA Ardis was the daughter of Charles and Maude Robinson Gowan. She married Paul Hardenstine on April 17, 1942. Ardis was a retired schoolteacher having taught in the Elmira City School System for over 24 years until her retirement in 1973. Her earliest days of teaching were in a one room school house in New Era, PA. Ardis was a member of the New York State Retired Teachers Association. She was a long time member of the Fassett Baptist Church in Fassett, PA. Ardis also taught Sunday School and was active in many local Bible School Classes. Much enjoyment was found at her home, flower gardening, baking, and making crafts. Always a witness, she was happy to serve the Lord. Surviving is her loving husband and friend of 59 years, Paul Hardenstine, her daughter and son-in-law, Arleah and Elwin Fitch of Tucson, AZ; her son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Shirley Hardenstine of Athens, PA; grandchildren, David Fitch, Paul Nicholas Hardenstine (Shelley Heerey) and Tammy Lou Benefield; great grandchildren, Jordan, Aaron and Bryan Benefield, Chelsie Hardenstine, Caitlin, Joshua and Rachel Heerey; sisters, Coral "Polly" Ward of Hayward, CA; and Mary Ellen (Richard) Williams of Wyalusing, PA; several nieces and nephews. Ardis was predeceased by her brother Edward Lincoln Gowan and her sister Ruth Mapes. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Tuesday February 5, 2002 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Funeral services will take place in the Fassett Baptist Church, Fassett, PA on Wednesday (11AM) with her pastor, the Reverend Donald Rockwell officiating. Committal services will follow the service in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette.
GOWIN - BRICKA, Arlie I.
Age 83, of 376 Lattabrook Rd., Horseheads, NY. She was born September
12, 1925 in Durell, PA, daughter of the late Leonard, Sr. and Sadie (Vargason)
Gowin, and passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2008, at Kindred Hospital,
Wilkes-Barre, PA after a brief illness. She was predeceased by her husband
of 62 years, Albert H. Bricka on January 29, 2008; brothers, Leonard, Jr.,
Ronald, Donald and Albert; and sister, Louise Kasson. Arlie is survived
by her children, Jack Bricka and Carol Collins of Horseheads, Albert (Lorraine)
Bricka of Elmira, Constance (John) Mathews of Syracuse, NY and Dale Bricka
of Horseheads; seven grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, along with
several nieces and nephews. Arlie was a former stock car racer at Chemung
Speedrome. She was a member of the Atlantic Women's Racing Assoc., volunteered
in the community patterning autistic children, was an avid race fan, seamstress,
gardener and a great cook. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter
J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Saturday,
November 29th, from 11:30 to 2 p.m. Her funeral service will be held at
2 p.m. Rev. Dr. Larry Appenzellar will officiate. Committal prayers and
interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/27/2008
GRANGER – Mrs. Eva L. Kline, age 68, of 2002 Mill St., Millport, NY, died unexpectedly on Sunday, June 23, 1985, at St. Joseph Hospital. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, Tuesday, from 6-8 PM. Funeral and Committal Services will be held there, on Wednesday, at 1 PM. The Rev. Horace Stoddard will officiate. Interment, Forest Lawn Memorial Park. She is survived by daughter, Mrs. John (Rose Anne) LaMent of Elmira; sons, Thomas Granger of Elmira, Ray J. Kline, Jr. of Kernersville, NC; Donald Kline of Millport; sisters-in-law, Mrs. Betty Knickerbocker of Elmira and Mrs. Grace McNeil of Lakeland, FL; 15 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Kline was the widow of the late Ray J. Kline, Sr., who passed away in November of 1974. She attended the Pine City Baptist Church and was an employee of the Colonial Theater.
GRANGER – Lois Kelsey, formerly of Flannery Towers, passed away peacefully at her son’s home in Elmira Heights while under the loving care of her family and Southern Tier Hospice on Saturday morning, October 2, 2004. Born on June 22, 1937, her in Elmira, Lois was the daughter of Edwin C. and Ruth Liddy Granger. She was married to Robert Kelsey Sr. and he predeceased her in 2003. Lois was a homemaker who enjoyed camping, playing Bingo, and caring for her own children as well as those she cared for in the “Fresh Air fund” for many years. Surviving are her children, sherry and Michael Insogna of Elmira, Robert E. Kelsey Jr. of Elmira and his girlfriend, Annette Romeo, and Joseph Kelsey of Elmira Heights; her daughter-in-law, Tina Columbine; sisters, Barbara Greg, Janet Mattison, and Mary Ann Elliott; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Also surviving is her friend and loving companion, Robert Costley, and a caring friend, Karen Newton. Family and friends will be received at Caywood’s Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport, on Monday, October 11, 2004, from 11 AM to 1 PM. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 1 PM with the Committal Services to follow in the Gardens at Caywood’s with the Reverend Alex LaDuce officiating. Interment will take place at the families convenience in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. – Elmira Star-Gazette, 9 Oct. 2004, p.3C
GRANGER VIOLET L. BAUMAN (Butch)
Age 69, of 508 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY. She was born January
13, 1938 in Elmira, daughter of the late John E. and Leah (Ames) Granger,
and passed away Friday, April 27, 2007, at home after a brief illness,
surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband, Frank Charles
Bauman; children, Connie (Terrence) Cogswell of Wellsburg, Dean (Teresa)
Bauman of Millport, and Matthew (Pam) Apgar of Erin; nine grandchildren,
including special granddaughter, Jenny; five great-grandchildren; sisters,
Dorothy Kelly of Elmira, and Bonnie (Dick) Edwards of VA; along with several
nieces and nephews. Violet was a member of the Life Abundance Church. She
retired from Barton's Rest Home after 22 years of service. Family and friends
are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira, on Tuesday, May 1st, from 6 to 7 p.m. Her funeral and committal
services will follow at 7 p.m. Rev. Jerry Berbary will officiate. Interment
will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the
family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Violet through donations
to Southern Tier Hospice & Palliative Care.
GRASSETTE Ronald W. "Grizzly Ron"
Age 61, of Elmira, died at his home, with his family by his side, on
Saturday, November 24, 2007. Ron was born December 25, 1945 in Cambridge,
MA, a son of the late Orden C. and Wanda Sleginski Grassette. In addition
to his parents he is predeceased by his sister, Marcia Grassette, mother-in-law,
Margaret Cruthers, and granddaughter, Madeline Ames. Ron is survived by
his loving wife of 36 years, Carolyn Cruthers Grassette; daughters and
sons-in-law, Jenifer J. and Lance Ames, Robyn R. and Joshua Bennett, all
of Elmira; granddaughters, Taylor Ames, Ella and Emilyn Bennett; brothers
and sisters-in-law, Orden and Althea Grassette of Sevierville, TN, Robert
and Joanne Grassette of Stewartstown, NH; father-in-law, Melvin Cruthers
of Newbury, OH, with his wife Bell; step-brother-in-law, William Spencer
of Middlefield, OH, with his wife Diane; along with several aunts, uncles,
nieces, nephews, and cousins. Grizzly Ron played semi-pro basketball for
a Greek team in Cambridge, MA. He served in Vietnam from 1969 – 1970 with
the 101st Airborne Division. Ron was a radio teletype operator and a helicopter
machine gun operator. Ron earned a Bronze Star for his service in Vietnam.
He was a retail sales manager for Woolworth's in Richmond Hill, Queens
and later for Rockbottom on Long Island. Moving to Elmira he became assistant
manager of Pudgie's Northside. His last place of employment was at F.M.
Howell. Being born and raised in Massachusetts, Grizzly Ron was an avid
Red Sox, Celtic and New England Patriot fan. He was an avid sportsman,
enjoyed fishing and looked forward to his Tuesday and Wednesday night pool
leagues. Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner
of Water and Walnut Sts., on Tuesday, November 27, 2007 from 1:00 p.m.
to 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held
at the conclusion of calling hours with Don Crawford officiating. Interment
will take place at 10:00 a.m. at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family
would like to offer a special thanks to Stephanie and the LPN's at Southern
Tier Hospice for their dedication and loving care given to Grizzly Ron.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/26/2007.
GRAY Jack L.
Age 74, of Athens, PA, passed away Friday, November 23, 2007, at his
home surrounded by his family. Jack was born August 18, 1933 in Elmira,
New York, the son of the late Margaret Dates and Lehman Gray. Mr. Gray
was a veteran of the United States Navy. He retired from Thatcher Glass
after 18 years of service there. His greatest joy was his family and especially
spending time with grandson, Christopher. He is survived by his daughter,
Peggy Gray-Mitchell of Athens, PA; his son, John Gray of Corning, NY; his
grandchildren, Christopher, Austin, Nikki, Billy and Makiya; as well as
his former wife, Darlene Earl; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family and friends are invited to call at the Luckner Funeral Home, 449
Park Avenue, Waverly, NY, Tuesday evening, November 27, from 5:00 to 7:00
p.m. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday
night with Pastor Fox from the Keystone Baptist Church officiating. Internment
will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 11/26/2007.
GRAY - MATHEWS
Jeanne May of 131 Decker Rd., Van Etten, NY, Went home to the arms
of Jesus on October 25, 2001. She was a wife and homemaker for husband
Daniel for 30 years. She was a mother of nine who faithfully home schooled
her children in academics and in the knowledge of the Lord. She tried to
live her life and guide her family by the Bible Scripture Isaiah 54:13.
She was predeceased by her father, Jack Erwin Gray on January 10, 1985.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Daniel Lynn Mathews; mother, Anna
Gray of Horseheads, children, Locke Mathews of Willow Creek, CA, Candice
Mathews of Long Island, Seth Mathews of Elmira and Vickie, Chancey, Dagmar,
Penny, Jasmaine and Amos Mathews, all at home; brothers & sisters,
Fritz (Gerald) McGinnis of Horseheads, Gloria (Joseph) Waldron of Horseheads,
John (Sandra) Gray of Van Etten, Sam (Kathy) Gray of Elmira Heights, and
Sandy (Allen) Clemons of NC. Family and friends are invited to call at
the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Monday from 3-4PM.
Mrs. Mathews funeral service will be held there at the conclusion of calling
hours at 4PM. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of
the family.
GREENWALT - JESSUP, Marguerite E.
Loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother
Formerly of Crestview Drive, Pine City, NY, was born September 19,
1926 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late William and Violet Mae (Wenzel)
Greenwalt, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 9, 2007, at the Arnot
Ogden Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 81.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 12, 2007, at the
Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, from 5:00
to 6:00 p.m. Following the visitation, everyone is welcome to join the
Jessup family for a celebration of both Harold and Marguerite's lives.
Lay Pastor Robert Townson will officiate. Interment will be held privately
at the convenience of the family in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park where
Marguerite will be laid to rest with her beloved Harold. In lieu of flowers,
memorial donations may be directed to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Fund,
PO Box 1306, Elmira, NY 14902. Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/12/2007.
GUISEWHITE –THRESSA I. BASTION, 78, Horseheads, NY, passed away on November 7th, 2002 at her home. Surviving are her husband, Daniel D. Bastion; children, Daniel & Ann Bastion, William & Sharon; David & Sarah Bastion, Keith & Noel (Lewis) Bastion, Sharon and John Hermans, Diana Bastion, Linda and Jeff Bean, Patricia Young and Holly and Barry Wixson; several grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and many friends; sisters, Margaret Smiley, Sylvia Adams and Shirley Guisewhite; brothers Perry and Norman Guisewhite. Mrs. Bastion is predeceased by her parents and a brother, George Guisewhite and sister, Frances (Jim) Bryan. Mrs. Bastion was an avid bowler. The funeral was held November 12th at Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, Odessa, NY. Interment was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY. Those wishing to remember Mrs. Bastion may do so through memorials to the American Cancer Society, Elmira, NY. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
GUNDERMAN - BARCHET
Inez M. nee: Gunderman Age 85, formerly of Jerusalem Hill Rd., died
Tuesday, September 13, 2005, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She
is survived by her children, sons, Donald (Judy) Barchet, Annville, PA,
Douglas (Sylvia) Barchet, Wellsburg, NY; daughters, Joyce (Gene) Stow,
Horseheads, and Janice Heeman of Elmira; nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren;
sisters, Lois Drake, Lowman, Dorothy Semko, Las Vegas, NV, Joan Roman,
Elmira; brother, Harold Gunderman, Elmira; several nieces, nephews and
cousins. She was predeceased by her husband, Kenneth. She enjoyed spending
time with her family, square dancing, and was a member of the First Baptist
Church of Elmira. The family wishes to gratefully thank the 5th floor staff
of CCNF for their loving care. At the request of Inez there will be no
calling hours or funeral service. She will be buried at Forest Lawn Memorial
Park at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted
to the Kalec Funeral Home.
GUNDERMAN - DRAKE, Lois J. "Nan"
Devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister
and friend. Age 86 and long time resident of North Chemung, passed
away on Tuesday, May 29, 2007. She was born in the Town of Baldwin, on
March 12, 1921 to the late Earl and Jennie (Elston) Gunderman. She was
predeceased by her husband, Charles Drake in 1983; and is survived by her
daughters, Shirley Weiland of North Chemung, NY, Betty (Charles) Thomas
of Scottsboro, AL; grandchildren, Laurie (Rick Gibson) Bowman of Woodville,
AL, Elizabeth "Betsy" Bowman of Elmira, NY, Shelly (Dave Oldroyd) Weiland
of Corning, NY, Scott Weiland of North Chemung, NY; great-grandchildren,
Jennifer and Elizabeth Brand, Matthew and Meghan McGonigal, Olivia Kreydatus
and Brandon Weiland; great-great-grandchildren, Anthony Brand and Hanna
Cronk; brother and sister, Harold (Loretta) Gunderman of Elmira, NY, Joan
Roman of Elmira, NY; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her
husband, she was also predeceased by her brothers, Charles, Guy, Earl,
Ronald, Glenn, and John Gunderman; sisters, Betty Brown, Dorothy Semko,
and Inez Barchet. She was a past member of the Order of Eastern Star, Breesport,
Southern Light Chapter O.E.S. Lois also enjoyed reading, painting, playing
cards, quilting, and crafting. She enjoyed cooking and baking and above
all else she loved the time spent with her family. Family and friends are
invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads,
on Friday, June 1, 2007, from 4-7:00 p.m. Her service will take place at
the funeral home on Sat., June 2, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Anne
Mowery officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
In addition to flowers, those wishing to express their sympathy may also
do so with memorials to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd.,
Corning, NY 14830.
HAFLETT
Charles R. Age 78 of 1081 Plymouth Ave., Elmira, NY passed away Tuesday,
August 7, 2001 unexpectedly at home. He was predeceased by his parents
Clarence Haflett and Dorothy Haflett Packer and sisters Eva Butler and
Dorothy Foster. He is survived by his wife Marjorie; daughter Cheryl Ann
Mahoney of Elmira; stepchildren Ronald A. Stage of San Diego, CA and Sheryl
L. Struble of Elmira; brothers and sisters-in-law William and Doris of
Corning, Ralph and Ruth of Indianapolis, IN, Walter and Marge of Ashland,
OH; sister Elsie R. Cambio of Elmira; 3 step grandchildren; 1 step great
grandchild; several nieces and nephews. Mr. Haflett was employed with the
E-Z Shopper. He was a veteran of WW2 serving in the U.S. Army where he
received 5 service medals, was a member and treasurer of F.O.E. #941, B.P.O.E.
#62, VFW Post #901 and American Legion Post #443 all in Elmira. Family
and friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Thursday,
August 9th from 7 to 9 PM. Funeral Service will be held there on Friday,
August 10th at 11 AM. The Edward Crandall will officiate. Interment will
follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions
may be directed to the American Cancer Society, in his memory.
HAFLETT Sergeant Major William C.
Age 78, of Charles Street in Corning (Riverside), NY, went home to
be with his Lord on Friday, January 4, 2008, at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Bill was born in Elmira, NY, on December 25, 1929, to Clarence and Dorothy
(Moran) Haflett. He served his country from 1951 to 1953 in the Army during
the Korean Conflict. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Pelham
in 1992. He married Major Doris Dancer in 1992. Bill had been employed
as a jeweler by B.E. Company, Alpert's Jewelers, Jewel Box Store, JC Penney's,
and Bong's in Corning. Bill is currently active with the Corning Salvation
Army as the bookkeeper. He had also worked as an outreach worker for Steuben
County Office of the Aging. He is survived by his wife, Major Doris; a
son, Daniel Haflett of Corning; a sister, Elsie Cambio of Elmira; two sisters-in-law,
Marj Haflett of Elmira and Ruth Haflett of Indianapolis; a brother, Walter
(Marge) Haflett of Blasville, NY; four stepdaughters, Ruthanne (David)
Bigler of Fayetteville, PA, Terry (Michael) Reade of Charlotte, NC, Joy
Benishek of Fulton, NY, and Barbara Sherman of Fulton, NY; a stepson, Captain
John (Geraldine) Dancer of Hot Springs, Arkansas; 15 grandchildren, 11
great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by
sister, Dorothy Foster; a son, William Haflett, Jr.; a sister, Eva Butler;
and two brothers, Charles and Ralph Haflett. Friends may call on Saturday,
January 12, 2008, at the Salvation Army Citadel, 32 East Denison Parkway
in Corning from 10 a.m. until 12 noon where services will be held at 12
noon with Major Donald MacMurdo, Captain John Merchant and Major Robert
Reel officiating. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira.
Memorials may be directed to the Salvation Army Citadel, Building Fund,
32 East Denison Parkway, Corning, NY 14830.
HALL - HYSLOP
Mary Lou Of Elmira, NY Age 74, passed away at home surrounded by her
loving family. She is survived by her loving husband, Gerald "Jerry" Hyslop;
children, Gary (Jeanne) Andrews, John (Nancy) Vanderhoef, Jacalyn (Richard)
Grover, Joy (Karl) Schneider, Laura (Tom) Olix, and Patricia Austin; grandchildren,
Kelli Grover, Justin and Elizabeth Vanderhoef, Ryan, Elisabeth, Greg, Emilee
Andrews, Krista (Jason) Wohlfeil, Tom and Michael Olix, Thomas, David,
Jason, Joseph Crook, and Timothy Hyslop; 19 great-grandchildren; brothers,
Burton Hall, Lee (Sally) Hall, and John (Mazie) Hall. She was an excellent
cook and baker. In her spare time, she also enjoyed crocheting and doing
crafts. Family and friends are invited to call from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
on Monday, January 29, 2007, at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., Elmira, NY 14904. A funeral and committal service will take place
following the calling hours with Reverend Belvy White officiating. Interment
in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family.
HALL – Thirza E. Colby, 72, of 220 Tioga Ave., Corning, NY, died Tuesday, Oct. 24, 1989 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Born March 4, 1917 in Mansfield, she was the daughter of Benjamin and Cora Clark Hall. She was a retired employee of the Arnot Ogden Hospital in Elmira, NY. Preceding her death was her husband Donald F. Colby. Surviving are a dear friend, Nicholas Martelli of Elmira Heights, NY; daughters and son-in-law, Beverly and Robert Hurd of Westfield and Shirley Y. Deacon of Wellsburg, NY; 4 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; brother, Leon Hall of Jackson Summit; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held at the VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral Home on Mill St. and Grand Central Avenue in Horseheads, NY on Friday, Oct. 27 at 11 AM. The Rev. Gilbert C. Mitchell officiated. Burial was at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family provided their own flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the American Liver Foundation, c/o Dan Shapiro, PO Box 154, Hamlin, NY 14464.
MENZO D. HALSEY
Menzo D. Halsey, 75, Gillett RR 2, died Tuesday, October 13,
1992 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Mr. Halsey was a member of
the VFW of South Creek, PA, a member of the Southport Baptist Church and
a World War II veteran of the US Army. He is survived by his wife, Jean
E. Halsey; stepdaughter, Sharon Foster of Troy, PA; stepsons, Jack Butcher
of Buffalo, NY, Jay Wayne Duncan of Idaho Falls, ID; three grandchildren;
sisters-in-law, Mrs. Jenny Culver of Gillett, PA and Mrs. Anna McConnell
of Avis, PA; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held October
15 at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira with the Rev. David Jackson officiating
and interment to be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Those wishing may make
donations to the South Creek Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Service, Fassett,
PA. (TGR, Thursday, October 22, 1992)
HANLEY Richard L. Retired Postal Worker Age 80 of Horseheads, NY died Tuesday, August 8, 2000 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Dick, son of Michael E. and Cora Herrick Hanley, was predeceased by his brother, Robert Hanley. He is survived by his wife of sixty-years, Florence Valego Hanley; daughter and son-in-law, Judy A. an Thomas Burdick of Orlando, FL; grandchildren, Karen Pappas of Skippack, PA and Thomas P. Burdick of Blanchardville, WI; three great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Julia Hanley of Montour Falls, NY; along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, 502 W. Water St., Elmira on Friday August 11, 2000 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. or 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. A Prayer Service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, August 12, 2000 at 9:15 A.M. at St. Patrick's Church, Elmira. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Dick was a U S Navy Veteran of WW II. He retired as a Postal Clerk from the Westside Postal Office after twenty years of service. Dick was a member and past president of the Msgr. John J. Lee division - Ancient Order of Hibernians.
HANNOLD LEONA MARIE KLINE
Leona Marie Hannold, 93 years old, of 708 E. Clinton St., Elmira, NY,
died peacefully on Friday, September 7, 2007, at her home, surrounded by
her loving family. She was married to her late husband, Leo T. Kline, who
died in 1958. She was also predeceased by her daughter, Stella Lola Kline;
infant son, Leo Thomas Kline, Jr; son, George Kline; daughter, Emma Lou
Kline Brink and her husband, Louis D. Brink. Her survivors include daughters,
Barbara and her husband, the late Richard Kelley of Elmira, NY, Beverly
and her husband, William Bigg of Horseheads, NY; son, Bernard and his wife,
Carol Jean Kline of Lakemont, NY; daughters, Carol and her husband, Ronald
Mills of Merrimac, MA, Pat and her husband, Edward Sassano of Cranberry
Township, PA; son, Thomas and his wife, Stephanie Kline of Mainesburg,
PA; daughters-in-law, Kathy Kline Garcia of El Cajon, CA, and Connie Kline
of Elmira, NY; 35 grandchildren, 64 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren,
along with several nieces and nephews. Leona worked for St. Joseph's Hospital
doing what she loved best, nurturing newborn babies and their mothers.
Her heart would leap for joy at the news of a baby on the way. This year
there were five new babies born in Leona's family, four great-grandchildren,
one great-great-grandchild and two more great-grandchildren on the way.
Leona loved to travel and on her 90th birthday she toured London and Paris.
She enjoyed quilting and crocheting and was a talented seamstress, creating
beautiful things for her family and friends. Leona especially loved her
family and was very involved in each member's life. She had an open door
policy with a hot cup of tea and fresh baked goodies to all who sought
her loving care and wisdom. The little yellow house on East Clinton Street
was a safe place to land when battling life's storms or to share a happy
event. She loved to tell about her beloved Savior to all. Our comfort is
that she is safe in glory, whole and dancing before Jesus. "Blessed in
the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints." Family and friends are
invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, September 9th, from 2 to 5 p.m. Her funeral and
committal services will follow at 5 p.m. Minister Jerry Lee Hayes will
officiate. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience
of the family. Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/8/2007.
HARBOL Robert L.
Age 83, of Elmira, NY, died on Monday, October 13, 2008, in St. Louis,
Missouri. Robert was born in Alba, PA on April 8, 1925, the son of the
late John and Clara (Ross) Harbol. He is survived by his loving wife of
61 years, Wanda W. (Hess) Harbol; daughters, Cheryl (Robert) Summers of
Pine City, NY, Deborah Dickinson of Campbell, NY, Pamela Lattin of Elmira,
NY, Maureen White of Elmira, and Laurie Ryan of Horseheads, NY; foster
daughter, Evone (Paul) Daniels of Columbus, Ohio; fifteen grandchildren,
eleven great-grandchildren; brother, Charlie (Elsie) Harbol; and sister,
Patricia (Ernest) Roucek of Pine City; brother-in-law, Glen Hess of Plattsmouth,
Nebraska; several nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, Robert was
predeceased by infant son, Gary Lee; and infant great-grandson, Chad Robery;
sister, Norma Jean Hess; brother and sister-in-law, John D. and Leah Harbol;
nephews, Donald Louis Harbol, and Ernie T. Harbol; and son-in-law, John
Lattin. Robert was a proud veteran of WWII serving with the U.S. Army.
He continued his service with the National Guard -B Company, 27th Division
175th Armored Infantry retiring as a Staff Sargeant. He retired from Moore
Business Forms. Robert was a life member of the Southport Volunteer Fire
Department and also a past president of the Southport Volunteer Fire Department
and the New York -Penn Fireman's Association. He was a member of AARP and
a member and past president of North County Seniors. The family will receive
relatives and friends at the Olthof Funeral Home Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., Elmira/Southport, on Sunday, October 19, 2008, from 1:00 to 3:00
p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a Fireman's Service there at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday evening. Funeral Service will be held there Monday, October 20,
at 1:00 followed by graveside service with Full Military Honors at Forest
Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY. Published in the Star-Gazette
from 10/15/2008 - 10/18/2008
PAUL A. HARDENSTINE. A longtime resident of 534 Schuyler Ave., Elmira, N.Y., Paul A. Hardenstine went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 16, 2002 at his home under the care of his family and Southern Tier Hospice. Born on May 17, 1915 in Sayre to Peter and Alice Gowan Hardenstine, Paul was one of four brothers and eight sisters, who all predeceased him. He spent 59 wonderful years of marriage with Ardis Hardenstine, who predeceased him this last February. He was a machinist and foreman for Trayer Products. His life-long calling has always been farming from his youth and throughout his life Paul enjoyed working in the soil and sharing his harvest with his neighbors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, family gatherings and time spent with his cherished friends. He was a member of the Fassett Baptist Church, where he enjoyed the fellowship of his church family. Surviving are his loving children, a daughter and son-in-law, Arleah and Elwin Fitch of Tucson, Ariz.; and a son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Shirley Hardenstine of Athens; grandchildren, David Fitch, Paul Nicholas Hardenstine (Shelley Heerey) and Tammy Lou (Barry) Benefield; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Aaron and Bryan Benfield, Chelsie Hardenstine, Caitlin, Joshua and Rachel Heerey; as well as nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at Caywood’s funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport, N.Y., on Thursday, July 18, 2002 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will take place in the Fassett Baptist Church on Friday morning at 11 a.m. with his pastor and friend, the Rev. Donald Rockwell, officiating. Committal services will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. Memorial donations may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, N.Y. or to the Fassett Baptist Church, RR2 Box 92, Gillett, Pa. in Paul’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review.
ANDREW J. HARDING
Andrew J. Harding, 75, of Elmira, NY died April 9, 1992. Mr.
Harding was a former employee of Penn Yan Express, Penn Yan, NY. He is
survived by son Martin (Barbara) Harding of Gillett, PA; daughters, Deloris
(John) Bogart of Elmira Heights, NY, Gloria (Dennis) Sargent of Elmira,
NY and Marda (Philip) McElhaney of Elmira Heights, NY; sisters, Estelle
Smith of Monroeton, PA and Louise Abbey, Corning, NY; brother, William
Harding Jr. of Corning; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; several
nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife of 40 years, Marie,
in 1991. Funeral services were held April 11 at the Roberts Funeral Home
in Wellsburg, NY with the Rev. James Brown officiating and interment to
be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. (TGR, Thursday, April 16, 1992)
HARKNESS Raymond A.
Age 49 of Wellsburg, NY. Ray passed away November 20th, 2008 at home,
surrounded by his loved ones, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.,
1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2008,
from 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Monday, from 10 to 11 a.m. Funeral Service
immediately following at 11 a.m. Interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Park
will take place at a later date at the convenience of Raymond's family.
Those wishing may make gifts in Raymond's name to the Southern Tier Hospice
and Palliative Care, Inc., 11751 E. Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830, which
has been providing care and emotional support for Raymond.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/23/2008
ROBERT MERLIN HARKNESS, A & P Retiree, age 75, of Charles St., Anniston, AL, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2003, peacefully at his home with his beloved wife by his side. He was born October 9, 1927 in Springfield Township, PA, the son of the late W. Stanley and Mable (Swingle) Harkness. His sister, Edna Harkness Murray, brother, Gerald Harkness, also predeceased him. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Betty Ann (Shuart) Harkness; daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and Jerry Soules of Anniston, AL, Deborah and John Limoncelli of Horseheads, NY; sons and daughters-in-law, Garrett and Jennifer Harkness of Summerville, SC, Stanley and Kathy Harkness of Elmira, NY, Robert and Sue Harkness of Hemet, CA, Raymond and Patty Harkness of Wellsburg, NY; brother, Arthur Harkness of Troy, PA; step-mother-in-law, LaRue Shuart of Horton, AL; along with 19 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, several brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and numerous friends. Merlin retired from the A & P Plant after several years of dedicated service. For many years following his retirement, the Elmira Star Gazette employed him. Merlin loved gardening and enjoyed carpentry. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Saturday, September 27, 2003 from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services celebrating Merlin’s life will be held there on Sunday, September 28, at 1 p.m. The Reverend Bryce Blair will officiate services. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning RD., Corning, NY in his memory. –Elmira Star Gazette.
HART Christopher A. "Chris"
Of Horseheads, NY, Age 27, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2008,
the result of an automobile accident in the Town of Southport. He was born
August 10, 1981 in Elmira, NY, the beloved son of Wayne D. and Joanne M.
(McGlynn) Hart, who survive him. Other survivors include: brother, Michael
D. Hart of Sunbury, PA and his son, Gavin; sisters, Aniesa (Jeff) Howe
of Covington, GA and their children, Jennifer, Jessica, Jaqulynn, Joanne
and Jillianne; Theresa Verity of Horseheads, NY and her children, Erik,
Sasha and Ellizabeth; loving girlfriend, Annette Mickey of Gillett, PA
and her children, Brooke and Savannah and her son, Nathan, who will be
born in January; maternal grandfather, John McGlynn of Elmira, NY; paternal
grandmother, June M. Hart of Elmira Heights, NY; along with numerous aunts,
uncles, cousins, friends and co-workers. Chris was a dedicated employee
of Cerebral Palsy & Handicapped Children's Association of Chemung County,
Inc., where he passionately cared and taught his "kids". He was also a
student at Corning Community College, where he was furthering his education
in the automotive field. Chris loved the outdoors, especially camping with
family and friends. He was an all around handy man and could fix anything.
He absolutely enjoyed constructing cardboard boats for the regattas. A
gathering of family and friends will take place on Thursday, September
4, 2008, at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira,
NY, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services honoring his life will follow
the visitation at 7 p.m. Interment will take place privately at the convenience
of his family in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 9/2/2008
MICHAEL W. ‘MIKEY’ HARTFORD, age 58, of 404 Division St., Elmira, NY. He was born October 20, 1946, in Sayre, PA, to Reed Sr. and Janice (Parks) Hartford, and passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2005, very unexpectedly. He was predeceased by one sister and one brother. He is survived by his parents, of Shunk, PA; loving wife of 38 years, Betty; children and their spouses, Mickie and Mark Weber, Rose and Brian Criss all of Elmira, Myron and Marlene Hartford of Batavia, NY, and Betty Jo and Jim Kimball of Lowman; sister and brothers, Chuck, Reed Jr., Paul, Ricky and Lila Hartford; several grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Mikey was employed with Dimon & Bacorn for 25 years. He was an avid NASCAR fan, but most importantly, he loved spending time with his grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Friday, January 21st, from 6 to 9 p.m. His funeral service will be held there on Saturday, January 22nd, at 11 a.m. Rev. Richard Hack will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Forrest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Mikey through donations to his wife, Betty at 404 Division St., Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette.
HARTMAN –MILDRED M. MAY, age 99, of Horseheads, NY died Monday, February 16, 2004 at Bethany Manor. Mrs. May was born February 7, 1905, the daughter of Henry and Lena Heib Hartman. She is predeceased by her husband Arthur May, infant daughter Doris Jean May, son-in-law Robert Carrigan, two great grandchildren and several brothers and sisters. Mrs. May is survived by her daughters and son-in-law, Ruth H. Carrigan of Owego, NY and Alice M. and Martin Kain of Elmira; sister Catherine Peterson of Pine City; grandchildren, Lois (Steven) Totten, Ann (Timothy) Lounsbury, Janice (Earl) Heyman, Sheila (David) Austin, Diane (Jeffrey) Grant, James (Jane) Kain, Carolyn (John) Davies, and Lori Kain; fifteen great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. May was a member of the Chemung Valley Grange, now the Horseheads Grange, for 75 years. She was also a member of the Lake Street Presbyterian Church for over 50 years. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Thursday, February 19, 2004 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. A funeral service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours with Reverend W. David Ashby officiating. The family will provide their own flowers. Memorial gifts may be directed to Lake St. Presbyterian Church, 300 Lake St., Elmira NY or to a charity of ones choice. Interment will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. –Elmira Star Gazette.
HASTINGS
William J., Jr. Age 60, of 269 Curtis St., Elmira, NY. He was born
March 12, 1945 in Jersey City, NJ, son of the late William J., Sr. and
Rhoda (Phillips) Hastings and passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2005, unexpectedly
at home. He is survived by his wife, Sonja J. (Fairbanks) Hastings; children,
Cole Hastings of Pine City and Bralyn Harvey at home; former wife, Cathy
Hastings of Poughkeepsie, NY; stepchildren, Ralph and Debbie Harvey, William
and Tracey Harvey, Jessie and Regina Harvey, Pamela (Harvey) and Chris
House, Thomas and Kelli Huyck, all of TN; one grandson; eight step grandchildren;
sisters, Carol Deluca of Lexington, SC and Holly Jones of Union Beach,
NJ; mother-in-law, Phyllis Fairbanks of Elmira; and dear friend, Dan Weston
of Elmira. Bill retired from the Glove House in 2004 with 15 years of service.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during Vietnam, and was a member
of the American Legion Post 154, Elmira Heights. Family and friends are
invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira, on Friday, December 16th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. His
funeral service will be held there on Saturday, December 17th at 1 p.m.
Committal prayers and interment, with Military Honors, will follow in Forest
Lawn Memorial Park.
HOWARD M. HAVEN, age 80 of Elmira, NY on Monday, February 9, 1998 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Eleanor Haven of Elmira; daughters, Sharon Haven (Gene Kreashko) of Leechburg, PA, Marcia (Edward) Robinson of Pine City, NY; grandchildren, Jennifer Morris of Warner Robins, GA, Kristen Kreashko of Leechburg, Kerrie Robinson of Pine City, Kimberly Robinson of Pine City; brothers, Harold (Esther) Haven of Salt Lake City, UT and Roy (Theresa) Haven of Elmira Heights, NY; sister, Esther Clark of Salt Lake City, UT; several nieces and nephews. Howard was a member of the Southport Baptist Church. For over 50 years, Howard was a member of the F&AM Masonic Lodge #95, Union/Cooley, the Corning Consistory, and the Plumber’s Unions #267 and #109. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Penna. Ave., Elmira on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6:30-8:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held there Thursday at 8:30 p.m. Rev. James Crupi will officiate. Those wishing may make memorial donations in Howard’s name to the Southside Baptist Church, 601 Penna. Ave., Elmira, NY. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira at the convenience of the family. –Elmira Star Gazette.
HELLER - VILLARD Gladys M.
age 76 of 507 Pennsylvania Avenue Elmira, NY passed away on Sunday
April 15, 2007 surrounded by her loving family. Gladys was born October
20, 1930 in Dorrance, PA the daughter of the late Walter and Freda Kellmer
Heller. In addition to her parents Gladys was pre-deceased by her brothers
and sisters. She was a retired office manager for Hills Department Stores
in Horseheads, NY and Rochester, NY. Gladys loved her family and friends
and especially treasured the time she spent with her grandchildren. Gladys
is survived by her loving and devoted children Linda Villard & Larry
Gessi of Elmira, NY; Lawrence Villard of Elmira, NY; Mary & Marvin
Van Meter of Columbus, Ohio; Kathy & Paul Hanson of Honeoye Falls,
NY; Walter & Kim Villard of Middlesex, NY; Ann & Steve Augustine
of Geneva, NY; her loving grandchildren Steven Crozier & Zebra Cicconi,
Norman Crozier & Kim DeFrancisco, Jodi Crozier & Mike Felko, Daniel
Villard, Allen Van Meter, Taylor Villard, Jenna Hanson, Oliver Hanson,
Ali Augustine, and Emily Augustine; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and
a host of caring friends including her special caregivers B.J. Doughty
and Sarah Hogg. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch
Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Wednesday April 18,
2007 from 3-7 PM. Gladys' Funeral and Committal Services will be held at
the conclusion of calling hours with Father James Callan officiating. Sister
Margie Henninger will assist Father Callan. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial
Park Elmira, NY at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may remember
Gladys through memorials to Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East Corning Road
Corning, NY 14830 or The American Cancer Society 1316 College Avenue Elmira,
NY 14901.
HERRICK William "Bill"
William "Bill" Local area barber for forty years Age 79, of Elmira,
NY, passed away on Thursday, March 8, 2006, at St. Joseph's Hospital. He
is survived by his wife of 58 years, Virginia Lee Herrick; daughters, JoAnn
(Richard) Sansone, of Margate, FL; granddaughters, Janelle Potter and Karen
Piotrowski, of Buffalo, NY; sister, Joyce Christy of Elmira, NY; several
aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends. Predeceased by grandson,
Dennis Hoskins; and parents, Johns and Jennie Herrick. William was the
owner/operator of Herrick's Barber Shop he was a barber for over forty
years. Former member of the Chemung County Rod & Gun Club, member of
Pennsylvania United Methodist Church, a United States Navy Veteran of WW
II and an avid fisherman. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof
Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Saturday, March 11, 2006,
from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with Funeral and Committal there at 1:00 p.m.
Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park
HIRSCHFELD Frederick L.
A longtime resident of the Crane Rd. Elmira, passed away Saturday morning,
April 7, 2007 at Hospicare of Ithaca at the age of 59. Surviving is his
loving family, nieces, Malisa & Wayne Washington and Jennifer Hirschfeld,
Corning; a nephew, Carl & Brea Hirschfeld, Elmira; great nieces, Zoe
and Tyra Hirschfeld; a sister-in-law, Alice & Joseph Prinzivalli, Corning;
Born on July 13, 1947, Fred was the son of Carl A. & Susan Siedel Hirschfeld.
He was employed by Mill Brook for many years. An avid sportsman he enjoyed
hunting and fishing and time spent outdoors. Family and friends will be
received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport
on Wednesday, April 11, 2007 between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral
services will take place at the funeral home Thursday morning at 10 a.m.
with the Reverend Donald Rockwell officiating, Graveside services will
follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira.
HOFBAUER K. THERESE MERIWETHER
K. Therese (Hofbauer) Age 89, of Elmira, went to be with our Lord,
Thursday, August 30, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital. Therese currently
resided at Woodbrook, but had previously lived on Camden Avenue in Horseheads.
She was born June 29, 1918, a daughter of Joseph and Katherine Baumann
Hofbauer. Therese is predeceased by her husband, Milton W. Meriwether;
brothers, John, Clement and Owen Hofbauer; sister, Ann Enyedy; and son-in-law,
Michael Oakley. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Vincent
J. (Donna) Meriwether of Round Rock, TX, F. Joseph (Nancy) Meriwether of
Elmira, NY, Leslie P. (Sandi) Meriwether of Clearwater, FL; daughters and
sons-in-law, Julie A. (Stephen) Bonning of Baltimore, MD, Kathy A. Oakley
of Elmira, NY and Carol A. (Paul) Griggs of Wynantskill, NY; 13 grandchildren
and their spouses; 16 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Wayne Thomas
of Towanda, PA; niece, Karen (Robert Breunig) Enyedy of Flagstaff, AR,
along with several other nieces and nephews. Therese grew up on her family's
hilltop farm in Pine City. The land is now the site of Mount Saviour Monastery.
A graduate of Elmira College, Therese was a home/substitute teacher in
the Elmira and Horseheads School Districts. She had a great love of the
outdoors, enjoying walking, bird watching and gardening. A devout Catholic
her entire life, Therese was a long time communicant and active member
of St. Charles Borremeo Church, before joining Ss. Peter & Paul Church
in the mid 1980's. Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home,
corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Sunday, September 2, 2007 for calling
hours from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the
funeral home on Monday, September 3, 2007 at 10:15 a.m., followed by a
Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Church.
Private interment will follow on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at Forest Lawn
Memorial Park. Family will provide flowers. Donations in Therese's memory
may be directed to Mount Saviour Monastery, Mt. Saviour Road, Pine City,
NY 14871 or Ss. Peter & Paul Parish Center, 604 Park Place, Elmira,
NY 14901. Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/1/2007.
HOLDEN
Randall O. 'Randy' Jr. Retired Police Officer Age 80, of Chester Street,
Elmira, NY. Randy was born October 28, 1924 in Berwick, PA, the son of
the late Randall O. and Mary (Sult) Holden Sr., passed away peacefully
on Saturday, August 13, 2005, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. His son,
Glen Holden; and his brother, Gerald Holden, also predeceased Randy. He
is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Shirley (Barrows) Holden; beloved
children, Randy (Kim) Holden of Horseheads, NY, Linda (John) Hall of Wellsburg,
NY, Mary (Charles) Jankowski of Louisville, KY, Harvey (Terri) Holden of
Pine City, NY, Bonnie Monteleone of Wilmington, NC, Susan (Danny) Mettler
of Elmira, NY; siblings, Gene Holden, Harvey (Norma) Holden, George 'Joe'
(Elizabeth) Holden, Roberta (Eric) Mueller and Steve (Diana) Holden; sister-in-law,
Peggy Holden; along with 14 much-loved grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren;
several nieces, nephews, and many friends. A WW II Veteran of the US Army,
Randy retired from the Elmira Police Department after 33 years of dedicated
service. He was a member of the Cashmere Grotto, Union-Cooley Masonic Lodge
#95 F & AM, Clarence Oliver American Legion Post #154, and a faithful
member of Centenary United Methodist Church. Randy also coached Small Fry
Baseball for 20 years. He was a passionate gardener as well as an avid
Corning East High School Football fan. Family and friends are invited to
call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira,
on Thursday, August 18, 2005, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.Funeral services
honoring Randy's life will be held there on Friday, the 19th at 1:00 p.m.
The Reverend Joseph Kim will celebrate his services. Interment will follow
in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, where the Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad
will accord Mr. Holden full military honors. Memorial donations may be
directed to Southern Tier Hospice or to the Police Benevolent Association.
Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home
HORNBECK - LOCKE Jane H.
Age 81, of Carpenter's Apartments, Elmira, NY. She was born June 7,
1926 in Elmira, daughter of the late Albert and Mabel Hornbeck and passed
away Monday, December 31, 2007, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She
was predeceased by her husband, Walter in 1997; grandson, Nathaniel Alexander
in 2005; and daughter-in-law, Barbara in 2006. She is survived by children
and their spouses, Gary Locke with fiancée, Mary Eckles of Elmira,
David and Beadie Locke of Horseheads, Mary and Tim Stage of Elmira, Daryl
and Helen Locke of Elmira; grandchildren, Erica, John, David J., Tristan,
Brieanne, Vinney, Brian, Justina, Stephanie, Ashley, Kelsey and Madisyn;
five great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers-in-law, Jean and Harvey
Houston of Aurora, CO, Barbara and Robert Russell of Wellsburg; brothers
and sisters-in-law, James and Barbara Hornbeck, Robert and Sharon Hornbeck,
all of Wellsburg; along with several nieces, nephews and friends. Jane
was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church. She was a very active member of
the Southside High School Class of 1943 and 1944 reunion committees and
was an avid counted cross stitch embroiderer. Jane was a very outgoing
person and was loved by all who met her. Family and friends are invited
to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave.,
Elmira, on Thursday, January 3rd from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Her funeral
service will be held Friday, January 4th at 1 p.m. in Bethany Lutheran
Church, 256 S. Walnut St., Elmira. Rev. Abigail Hoffman will officiate.
Committal prayers and interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Jane through donations to
Bethany Lutheran Church. Published in the Star-Gazette on 1/2/2008.
HOTCHKISS Jack S.
Age 78, died at the Buffalo VA on December 18, 2007. Jack was born
in Elmira, NY on November 12, 1929. He spent his life as a painter and
decorator. He loved animals, especially his cats. Mr. Hotchkiss was predeceased
by his wife of 34 years, Irene, in 1999. They enjoyed fishing together.
He is survived by his sisters, June Wilcox of Elmira, Edith Tallman of
Newfield; and several nieces and nephews and grandnieces and nephews. He
served his country during the Korean War from 1951-1953. He was a steadfast
member of the American Legion and enjoyed many friendships. Family and
friends are invited to call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, December
21, 2007, at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira. A
Funeral Service honoring Mr. Hotchkiss's life will follow at 1 p.m. with
Lay Pastor John Knapp officiating. Interment will take place immediately
after at Forest Lawn Memorial Park where he will be accorded Full Military
Honors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the SPCA Animal Shelter,
Route 352, Elmira, NY 14903.
HOVER - INGHAM, Mavis A.
Loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother - Age 75, of
Erin, NY went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 21, 2008, at St.
Joseph's Hospital. Surviving are her husband, Warren J. Ingham; sister,
Beverly Schmidt; brother, James (Renee) Hover; sons, Michael S. (Nancy)
Schrage, Thomas R. (Barbara) Schrage, James (Maureen) Ingham, and Raymond
(Lois) Ingham; daughters, Patricia A. (Richard) Telech, Sandra J. (Robert)
Malnoske, Phyllis Hatfield, Rose (Richard) Graffius; 21 grandchildren and
15 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents, Harry and Anna Hover;
mother-in-law, Lottie Ingham; and brother, Hugh Hover. Mavis was an avid
bowler, enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, reading a good book, cross stitching,
ceramics, and was an avid flower gardener. Family and friends are invited
to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Southport/Elmira,
NY, on Monday, November 24, 2008, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00
p.m. with Funeral Service there Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. The Reverend Robert
Sherburne will officiate, followed by graveside prayers at Maple Grove
Cemetery, Horseheads, NY. In lieu of flowers, the family request that you
make memorials to the charity of one's choice. Published in
the Star-Gazette on 11/23/2008
HUBBARD
Daniel L. Age 42, of Breesport, NY passed away unexpectedly on Monday,
October 22, 2001 at home. Dan was born January 29, 1959 in Elmira son of
Phillip and the late Elizabeth (Tulecki) Hubbard. His interests included
the outdoors, fishing and hunting. Surviving are his father Phillip Hubbard
of Cayuta NY, a daughter; Lisa M. Hubbard of Elmira, his sons; Daniel L.
Jr. and Andrew L. Hubbard both of Breesport, his brothers; Michael (Anna)
Hubbard of Port Byron, NY, Chester Hubbard of Cayuta, grandchildren, Anthony
J. and Maggie L. Donaldson of Elmira, several nieces, nephews and cousins.
bf Family and friends are invited to call form 12 to 2PM Thursday, October
25, 2001 at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be
held at the conclusion of calling hours at 2PM. Interment will be at the
convenience of the family in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
HUGHEY
Gary R. Age 58 of 1228 Lake Street, Elmira died August 2, 2001 at the
Syracuse Veteran's Hospital. Survived by his father Wallace Hughey of WI
and brothers Lynn Hughey of WI and Wayne Hughey of IN. Gary was employed
by Gino's Pizzeria before his illness. Relatives and friends are invited
to a committal service Monday August 13, at 1:30 PM in Forest Lawn Memorial
Park Cemetery. Arrangements by Kalec Funeral Home.
HUHTA
David M. Age 50, of Elmira, NY, passed away Tuesday, September 27,
2005, unexpectedly at home. He is survived by his daughter, Teresa; sister,
Cathy Brimmer; brothers, John, Bernard and Bob Huhta; special friend, Glen
Hoffman. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral
Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Monday, October 3rd, from
3 to 4 p.m. His funeral and committal services will follow at 4 p.m. Interment
will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family.
HULL Lulu F
Parrott, Lulu F. caring wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother,
age 76 of Parrott Rd., Cayuta, NY unexpectedly Sunday, January 9, 2000
at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Lulu is survived by her devoted
husband of 58 years, Judd E. Parrott; sons and daughters, Ray and Joanne
Parrott of Cayuta, NY, Frank and Sandy Parrott also of Cayuta, NY, Linda
and Donald Gunning of Trumansburg, NY and Sue and Merle Collins of Cayuta,
NY; 17 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren along with nieces and nephews,
and several close and caring friends and neighbors. Lulu was born
September 25, 1923 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Byron and Flossie
hull. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother
whose presence will surely be missed by those who knew her and loved her.
At her request services will take place privately for her family.
Interment will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Arrangements
by Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads. (Elmira Star Gazette, Pg. 4c,
Mon., 10 Jan 2000)
RICHARD G. HUNSINGER Of Elmira Heights Age 82, passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2005, at Good Shepherd Hospice in Auburndale, FL. He was born on March 31, 1923 in Dushore, PA, the son of the late Harry and Agnes (Karge) Hunsinger. Richard is survived by his wife of 57 years, Hila (Stoddard) Hunsinger; children, Wanda and Leon McGrain of Horseheads, NY, Linda and Randy Little of Lakeland, FL, Pamela and Verne Stage of Caton, NY, Carolyn and predeceased son, Raulston Hunsinger of Hickory, NC; sisters, Frances Kingsley, Evalda Black, Emily Rohe; brother, Harry Hunsinger; many nieces and nephews; 10 grandchildren, several great grandchildren. Richard was a veteran of WW II, having received two purple hearts, and a member of the American Legion Clarence Oliver Post #154 of Elmira Heights. He was retired from US Steel and Rich's Lawnmower Service. Richard was a member of Our Saviour Lutheran Church in Horseheads, NY. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, on Monday, April 25, 2005, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held there on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. Rev. Nancy Lane will officiate. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, with full Military Honors accorded at the grave by the Chemung County Honor Squad. Memorial donations may be made in Richard's name to either the American Cancer Society or Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. Those wishing may leave a "Candle of Remembrance" for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com . Contributed by your cousin Carol Brotzman. –Elmira Star Gazette April 24, 2005.
HUNSINGER
Wesley R. Age 78 of N. Chemung Rd., Lowman, died Wednesday, January
23, 2002 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Wes is survived by three daughters &
sons-in-law: Linda & Eugene Elston of Waverly, JoAnn & Ronald Burczynski
of Elmira & Karen & Robert Petzke of Lowman; 5 Grand-children:
Adam Elston, Jennifer Elston Harding, Victoria & Jillian Burczynski,
Robert C. Petzke; 2 sisters: Louise Beaver of Elmira & Katherine Hunsinger
of Dushore, PA; several Nieces, Nephews & cousins. Pre-deceased by
his wife of 51 years, Arlene Hunsinger, a brother, Ervin & sisters
Cora & Mary Ellen. Wes was retired from Corning Glass, Pressware Plant.
Family will receive Relatives & Friends at the Kalec Funeral Home Friday,
January 25th , 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Funeral Service there Saturday at 1 PM,
Deacon William Dougherty officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn
Memorial Park.
HURLBURT –DOROTHY EDITH (HURLBURT) BUCK of Elmira, NY Age 67, went to be with God April 14, 2005 peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was born August 23, 1937 to the late Clara (Williams), who passed away in 1987, and Albert Hurlburt, Sr., in 1999. She is survived by her loving children, sons, Clifford Jr. and Wanda Carpenter of Aumsville, OR, William Carpenter and Nancy Kelly of Elmira; daughters, Christine and Robert Englemen of Schuylkill Haven, PA, Lynn Buck and Paul Kujawski of Elmira, Jodie Buck of Elmira, and Rodie Buck and Damon Chalk of Elmira; brothers, Steve and Albert; sisters, Mable, June, Clara, Sharon; 18 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. Dorothy was predeceased by her daughter, Georgia Ann Debaridinis, in 1979. Dorothy spent most of her life raising her children. She became a foster parent to many since 1997, she loved and cared for them as her own; especially Latricia, Gordon, Andy, Ashlie, and Alissa. It was Dorothy's request that there be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held on Monday, April 18, 2005, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park at 2:00 p.m. with Brother Richard Dippold officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to Olthof Funeral Home. Contributed by Carol Brotzman. –Elmira Star Gazette Apr. 17, 2005.
HUTCHINSON - BATES, Mary Elizabeth
Age 88 of Horseheads, passed away after an illness Wed., July 23, 2008.
She was born Nov. 3, 1919 in York, PA, the daughter to the late James and
Bertha (Hamme) Hutchinson. She was predeceased by her husband, Earle Bates
in 1975. She is survived by her daughters, Christine (Ronald) Beeman of
Horseheads, NY, Doris (George) Krauss of Horseheads, NY, Jeanne (David)
Barton of Lowman, NY; grandchildren, Michelle (Patrick) Hildreth, Alicia
Beeman, Michael (Tracie) Felenchak; great-grandchildren, Shawn Welsh, Haileigh
and Sydney Hildreth, Trevor and Dawson Felenchak; and several nieces and
one nephew. She was the youngest of 10 children who have all predeceased
her. Mary was a longtime resident of Horseheads and Elmira Heights having
resided in both Victory Heights and Villa Serene. She was longtime employee
of Weiss Construction in Big Flats. At her request, her service officiated
by the Rev. Robert Finch will take place privately at the Barber Funeral
Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, with interment to follow in Forest Lawn
Memorial Park beside her late husband. Those wishing may also express their
sympathy with memorials to Elcor Health Services, 48 Colonial Dr., Horseheads,
NY 14845. Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/25/2008
ISAACS Edward S. Sr. Age 97, of Catalpa Dr., Horseheads, NY, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Mr. Isaacs was born in Armenia Mtn., PA, on Aug. 5, 1909, the son of the late Richard and Lydia (Wines) Isaacs. He was a retired Equipment Operator with the Chemung County Highway Department, a member of Horseheads Moose and former member of Horseheads Elks. He was also a devoted NY Yankee fan. Ed is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Barchet) Isaacs; daughter, Bonnie and Ron Swartz of Horseheads, NY; son, Charles and Sheryl Elston of Lowman, NY; sister, Betty Butler of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Steven (Donna Hourihan) Isaacs of Penn Yan, NY, Joan (John) Pipher of Lowman, NY, Connie (Scott) Hewitt of NH, Joe (Lynn) Victor of IL, Christine (Nicholas) DeCirce of Camillus, NY, Greg (Sharon) Swartz of Horseheads, NY, Jeff Swartz of Coral Gables, FL, Tammy (Dale) Aldrich of FL, Stephanie (Joel) Moore of Watkins Glen, NY, Lisa (Eric) Lorenz of N. Chemung, NY, Shane Gerould of Lowman, NY; 25 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; daughter-in-law, Janice Isaacs of Lowman, NY; son-in-law, Ray Victor of Lowman, NY; stepchildren, Janet James of Elmira, NY, George (Sue) Hartman of Horseheads, NY, Gary (Dixie) Hartman of FL, Gloria (Gorden) Samson, Gerald (Sherry) Hartman, all of Horseheads, NY; sister-in-law, Lillian Armstrong of FL. Ed was predeceased by his first wife, Ruth (Elston) Isaacs in 1981; his son, Edward Isaacs Jr. in 2003; daughter, Shirley Victor in 2002; and grandson, Craig Elston. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Tuesday, December 26, 2006, from 7-9:00 p.m. Family and friends are further invited to call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 1-2:00 p.m., where his service will take place there at 2:00 p.m. with his Pastor, the Rev. Anne L. Mowery officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. Those wishing may also express their sympathy with memorials to North Chemung United Methodist Church, PO Box 316, Breesport, NY 14816.
ISAACS Richard B. Age 62, of Fisherville Rd., Elmira, NY. He was born May 19, 1944 in Elmira, NY, to David J. and Ann S. (Ringwalski) Isaacs and passed away Sunday, June 18, 2006, very unexpectedly at home. He was predeceased by his father, David J. Isaacs on April 10, 1973; and brother, David E. Isaacs on August 8, 1951. Richard is survived by his mother, Ann S. Isaacs of Elmira; daughter, Melanie (George Valimont) Isaacs with children, Heather, Sean and Tyler; daughters and sons-in-law, Tracy and Joseph Mustico with children, Collin and Daniel, Peggysue and Thomas Potter with children, Paul, Mary Katherine and Nicholas; and although separated at the time of his death, his wife of 40 years, Nancy C. Isaacs, all of Elmira; sisters, Joann (Robert) Decker of North Fork, CA, and Barbara (Vincent) Williams of Groton, CT; brother, Jack Isaacs; along with several nieces, a nephew, cousins and many, many friends. Richard was employed by the Chemung County Highway Department as a mechanic and was looking forward to retirement in September 2006. He was a past member of the Masons and Elmira Grotto. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Friday, June 23rd, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. His funeral and committal services will be held there on Saturday, June 24th, at 10 a.m. Rev. Donald W. Matthews will officiate. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Richard through donations to the charity of one's choice. He was loved and will be sorely missed by all whose lives he touched.
JACKSON Earl L. Age 79 of Elmira, NY passed away Wednesday, August 10, 2005 at home. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Monday, August 15th from 1 to 2 p.m. His funeral and committal services will follow at 2 p.m. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
JACOBS Milton L.
Age 89, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Friday, June 29, 2007, at St.
Joseph's Hospital. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Beatrice H.
Jacobs; children, Linda White of Port St. Lucie, FL, Sylvia Orr of Greenville,
NC, Barbara Gasbarra of Gray Court, SC, Robert Orr of Reno, NV; grandchildren,
Kelly Healey and Brian White; and several nieces and nephews. Milton was
a United States Army Veteran of WWII, a lifetime member of Webb Mills Volunteer
Fire Department, and a member of The Teamsters Union Local #529. Family
and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., on Monday, July 2, 2007, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. with Funeral and
Committal Service there Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. Interment will be in
Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
JEBBETT - BARNES
Edith Mabel (Jebbett) (Barnesie) A lifelong resident of Southport,
NY, passed away January 31, 2006 at Bethany Manor on her 93rd birthday.
She was born in England on January 31, 1913 to Ernest and Mabel Jebbett,
who preceded her in death. Edith immigrated to the United States in 1913
on the Lusitania and married Joseph Frederick Barnes on December 31, 1932.
He preceded her in death in 1992. She was also predeceased by her son,
Private First Class Richard Barnes in 1966; two grandsons, Richard Barnes
and Scott Barnes; along with several other family members. Edith is survived
by her sons, David (Nancy), Ronald (Sheila), Gerald and Fred (Sheila);
daughters, Mary (Tommie) Osenbaugh, Alberta (Kenneth) Andrus; brothers,
Ernest and Stanley Jebbett; sister, Alice Gallanger; 18 grandchildren;
several great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews; and good friends, Betty Aiken,
Loretta Howe, and Ellen Carpenter. Edith was well known for her smile and
great disposition. She was very proud of her children. Edith worked many
years at the former Iszards, the former Sears Warehouse, and Gibson's Vineyards.
She enjoyed making quilts for her family and friends. She also loved to
go to church, and attended Elmira Wesleyan Church. She loved gospel music
and her flower garden. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof
Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Friday, February 3, 2006,
from 6 to 8 p.m., with Funeral and Committal Service there Saturday at
11 a.m. Rev. Edward Crandall and Rev. Sydney Aldrich will officiate. Burial
will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the
family. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may
remember Edith by contributions to the Elmira Wesleyan Church, 1100 S.
Main St., Elmira, NY 14904.
DANIEL T. JENKINS SR., age 84 of 118 Renwick Lane Horseheads, NY passed away on Sunday March 25, 2001 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Daniel was born September 27, 1916 in Blossburg, Pennsylvania the son of the late Thomas Carlyle Jenkins and Ruth Putnam Jenkins. He married his beloved wife, Mary Pabis Jenkins, on August 15, 1934 and they would have celebrated their 67th Wedding Anniversary on August 15, 2001. He was the former owner of Danny's Coffee Pot in Elmira, NY and Danny's Grocery on Sing Sing Road in Horseheads, NY. Mr. Jenkins was the past president of I. Putnam, Inc. in Elmira, NY. His love and kindness for his family and friends as well as his zest for life endeared him to all. He will be truly missed by those who loved him and called him their friend. Dan was pre-deceased by his parents, his brother, George W. Poley, and his sister, Barbara Ann (Mrs. William) Morse. Mr. Jenkins is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mary Pabis Jenkins; his children: Daniel T. (Delores) Jenkins Jr. of Elmira, NY, Michael S. (Esther) Jenkins of Pocomoke, Maryland, Gail M. (Earl) Lampman of Horseheads, NY and Debby (David) Mosher of Horseheads, NY; 21 grandchildren; 60 great grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; sister: Betty Jane (Jack) Smith of Pine City, NY; brother; Douglas (Cecil) Poley of Tampa, Florida; sisters-in-law: Bernice Mechalke (Lee), Sophia Sleeper, Stella Pabis, and Veronica Drake; brother-in-law: Leo Pabis; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a multitude of friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home Mill St. and Grand Central Ave. Horseheads, NY on Tuesday March 27, 2001 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Mr. Jenkins' Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Wednesday March 28, 2001 at 11 AM. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira, NY. Flowers are acceptable or those wishing may remember Mr. Jenkins through memorials to the charity of own's choice. –Elmira Star Gazette.
JENNINGS Effie J. DAILEY, 76, of Horseheads, NY died on April 6, 1997, at her home. Effie was born Nov. 7, 1920, the daughter of Harry and Ethel (Austin) Jennings. She had worked as an assembler at Remington Rand in Elmira. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Eleanor Jennings of West Burlington, PA; niece, Evelyn (Dan) Updike of Hamlin, NY; nephew, Harry Jennings of Tampa, FL; great-nieces, Mattie (Joel) Zarpentine of Holley, NY; Brenda (Brian) Davis of Italy; great-nephew, Dan Updike of Gillett, PA; Bradley Jennings of FL; special great-great nephew, Eli Zarpentine t home; dear friends, Irene Radaker of Horseheads; Andy Vargason of Elmira Heights; Jeanline and Raymond Perine of Owego; and numerous card playing Euchre buddies. Mrs. Dailey was predeceased by her husband, Edwin J. Dailey, in 1984 and her brother, Raymond Jennings, in 1986. Friends are invited to call at the barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, on Wednesday from 1 to 3 pm. Funeral and committal services will take place in the funeral home, following the conclusion of calling hours at 3 pm. The rev. E. Gene Callihan will officiate. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may express their sympathy through memorials in Mrs. Dailey’s name to the Chemung County SPCA, 2435 St. Rte. 352, Elmira, NY 14903 or a charity of one’s choice. The family would like to express their deep gratitude for Dr. Robert Mauri and the nurses in Outpatient Oncology at St. Joseph’s Hospital for their exceptional care and kindness.
JENNISON Dorothy E.
Age 81 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Thursday July 19, 2007. Dorothy
was born in Horseheads, NY the daughter of the late Edward M. and Frederica
J. Brown Jennison. She was also pre-deceased by her foster-mother Stella
Ebersole. Dorothy is survived by 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 July
23, 2007 from 2-4 PM. Funeral and Committal Services will be held at the
conclusion of calling hours with Deacon George Welch officiating. Interment
in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira, NY. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 7/21/2007.
JERZAK NELLIE CASTELLANO
Age 71, of Millport, NY, and formerly of Horseheads, NY, passed away
Saturday morning, September 1, 2007, after a long and brave battle with
cancer. She was the daughter of the late William and Verna Soper Jerzak.
Nellie is survived by her husband of 47 years, Joseph Castellano. She retired
with Joseph as owner of Joe's Exterminating Co. in Horseheads, NY. She
is survived by granddaughter, Ashley Castellano and daughter-in-law, Michele
Castellano of Concord, NC; stepchildren, son, Joseph T. Castellano of Bakerfield,
CA, daughter, Patricia (David) Camacho of Chatsworth, CA, Marsha (Jim)
Pinkston of Old Hickory, TN; sister, Barbara (Ron) Earnest of Lowman, NY;
brother, Martin Jerzak Sr. of Erin, NY, Floyd (Sharon) Jerzak of Davenport,
FL; grandchildren, Kelly, Joelle, Kimberly, Christine and Michael; nine
great-grandchildren plus one expected later this month and many nieces,
nephew and cousins. She was pre-deceased by her son, Harold (Willie) Castellano;
sister, Marian Steckler; brothers, William Jr. (Bill) and Eugene (Mike)
Jerzak. Nellie was a 25 year member of the Horseheads Moose Club and a
member of the Horseheads American Legion. She was also an avid card player,
loved her family and enjoyed entertaining her many friends. A special thank
you for the loving care given to her by daughter, Patricia (Patty) Camacho
and to nieces, Stacy Jerzak and Patsy Congdon and for friends, Tony and
Emmy Mucci and Mary Masone. The family will welcome relatives and friends
to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Route 13, Horseheads,
NY, 607-739-2035, on Wednesday September 5, 2007, from 2-5 p.m. Nellie's
Memorial Service will be held at the conclusion of hours with Pastor Ellie
Haber. Nellie's ashes will be buried in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the
convenience of the family. Those wishing to remember Nellie may do so through
contributions to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E. Corning Road, Corning,
NY 14830. Nellie's family wishes to thank Southern Tier Hospice and Stacy,
Debbie, Cindy and Susan for the loving care they extended Nellie.
JESSUP Harold L. Loving husband, father and grandfather Age 82, formerly of Crestview Drive West, Pine City, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 5, 2005, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility where he most recently resided. He was born November 10, 1923 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Francis E. and Hermina 'Minnie' (Bauer) Jessup. Harold married Marguerite Greenwalt January 21, 1950 at the Oakwood United Methodist Church in Elmira Heights, NY. They have enjoyed celebrating 55 wonderful years of life and love together. He is also survived by his beloved children, Marcia (Dennis) Boor of Elmira, NY, Laurie Jessup of Raleigh, NC, Michael (Amy) Jessup of Scotia, NY, Melanie (Robert) Cassarly of Elmira, NY; much loved grandchildren, Kelli (Brett) French, Jeremy Boor and Ryan Boor all of Elmira, NY, Kelsey Jessup and Skyler Jessup both of Scotia, NY; sister, Donna Jean Benedict of Fort Myers, FL; brother, Walter (Patricia) Jessup of Caton, NY; along with several nieces and nephews. Harold was a Veteran of the US Navy and proudly served his country from 1944 to 1946. He was a member of the Centenary United Methodist Church in Elmira for many years. He was also a member of the Lakewood Sportsman Club 'Jolly Boys' and the 'Billy Club'. Mr. Jessup retired from the Town of Southport after 14 years of dedicated service as the Assessor. Harold started Elmira Photo, which eventually turned into Benson, Jessup and Knapp Sporting Goods Store. At his request, all services will be privately held at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, followed by interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Park where the Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad will accord Mr. Jessup full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Centenary United Methodist Church, 424 South Main Street, Elmira, NY 14904, or to the Chemung County Nursing Facility, 103 Washington Street, Elmira, NY 14901, in his memory.
JONES - NICHOLS Mary Lou Age 78, formerly of Cross Fork, PA, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2005, at her home in Pine City, NY, surrounded by her loving family following a long courageous battle with cancer. She was the daughter of the late Harold and Ruth Jones. Mary Lou was predeceased by her loving husband of 59 years, Donald B. "Hap" Nichols; sister, Doris; brother, Arthur, and great-grandson, Joshua Logan Nichols. She is survived by her two sons, Donald W. (Michele) Nichols, J. Arthur (Aggie) Nichols, all of Elmira, NY; brother, Bill (Shirley) Jones of Renovo, PA, formerly of Elmira, NY; sister-in-law, Dori Jones of Renovo, PA; brother-in-law, Harold "Babe" (Joanie) Nichols of Elmira; grandchildren, Joseph "Art" (Julie) Nichols, Scott (Theresa) Nichols, Michelle (Howard) Henry, Jennifer (John) Wandell, Robert, Patrick, and Kimberly Nichols, Craig Hink, all of Elmira; also 11 great-grandchildren and one on the way. Mary Lou was an avid Bowler of 60 years, a member of the 600 Club and the Women's Bowling Hall of Fame. She was an Auxiliary member of the Eagle's Club and the Moose Club. Mary Lou loved sewing, quilting and crafts; she belonged to the "Stitch N Time" Craft Club, whose members donate their time and talents to making children happy. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Friday, September 30, 2005, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. with Funeral Service there Saturday morning at 10 a.m. The Reverend Edward Crandall will officiate. Burial will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Elmira, NY.
ERNEST (ERNIE) JUNE, age 72 of Elmira, NY, very unexpectedly,
Tuesday, July 22, 1997 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY.
Ernie is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Betty Ward June; son
and daughter-in-law, Robert and Lynn June of Elmira, NY; daughter and son-in-law,
Linda and David Rothchild of Horseheads, NY; five grandchildren and five
great-grandchildren. Ernie owned and operated the Ernie June Drive
Shaft Repair shop in Elmira for over 45 years. He was an expert welder
who built many race cars, model airplanes and saw mills. This season
would have been Ernie’s 50th year in Modified and super modified racing.
He raced at many area pavement and dirt tracks including Owego, Corning
Stadium, Chemung Speed Drome, and Oswego Speedway. Ernie was a devoted
family man who was a loving husband, father and grandfather who was always
willing to lend a helping hand to anyone. He loved animals of all
varieties. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral
Home, Inc., 1050 Penna. Ave., Elmira, NY, Friday, 5-7 p.m., with a memorial
service to be held at the conclusion of the calling hours at 7:00 p.m.
Rev. Howard Hunt will officiate. A private service will be held at
the Forest Lawn Memorial Park at their convenience. In lieu of flowers,
those wishing may make memorials in Ernie’s name to the charity of one’s
choice. –Elmira Star Gazette.
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