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cemetery, as they are presented here, is like reading the multi-generational
history of a community. These people were the local populace at a particular
time. The people buried here knew each other, were neighbors, relatives
and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade"
or business.
All people are listed in alphabetic order by surname at BIRTH. Women identified by a married alias only and for whom a birth surname can not be identified, are listed on the last page for the cemetery's obituaries. Please send in typed obituaries for people buried in our local cemeteries. If possible include name of newspaper and date. Send typed in your email or in attached Word files. Send to Joyce M. Tice (JoyceTice@aol.com) |
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DAGGETT - PINT
Betty Loving Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Great-Great-Grandmother
Age 83, of S. Walnut St., Elmira, NY, passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2005,
at home. Betty was born February 5, 1922, the daughter of the late Louis
and Elizabeth Daggett. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 58
years, William J. Pint. Betty is survived by her daughter, Alicia Pint;
sons, William (Barbara) Pint and Louis (Laura) Pint; also survived by loving
grandchildren, Danny Pint Starkweather, Billy (Dionne) Pint, Deanna (William)
Titus, Joseph (Jessica) Pint, and Lucas Pint; 11 great-grandchildren, two
great-great-grandchildren; loving friends, Neoma Covell and Loretta Loomis.
Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050
Pennsylvania Ave., on Friday, June 3, 2005, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. with
Funeral and Committal Service there Friday at 6:00 p.m. Deacon William
Dougherty will officiate. Burial in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery will
take place at the convenience of the family.
FUNERAL NOTICE : DANIEL D'AGOSTINE
SOURCE: Elmira Star Gazette, Mon. 28 March 1921
DEATH DATE: unknown
BURIAL: SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Elmira
Transcriber: Anne Ross
"DANIEL D'AGOSTINE.
"The funeral of Daniel, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. William D'Agostine,
was held at the family home, 105 Bloomer avenue, this morning at 8:30 o'clock,
and at 9 o'clock at the St. Anthony Church. The Rev. A. Gabbina officiated
and the pall bearers were Paul Getola, Nicholas Getola, Muzzy Rocchi, Joseph
Fallette. Burial was in the SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery."
DANAHER, Michael Michael DANAHER died Saturday at 11 p. m. at the family home 723 1/2 South Main St. He is survived by seven sons, Thomas, of Olean; John, of Corning; Richard, of Nerwien, Edward and Charles, of this city; three daughters, Mrs. Edward Murphy and Miss Anna DANAHER of this city and Mrs. John Relihan of Corning. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 9 a. m. at the home and at 10 o'clock at the St. Mary Church. Burial in SS Peter & Paul cemetery. Unnamed Elmira Newspaper. May 11, 1914. Submitted by Sharron Vossoughi <Rsvossoughi@worldnet.att.net>
D'ANDREA
VIOLA M. CARDONE
Viola M. Age 100, of Ocala, FL and formerly a longtime resident of
Elmira, NY, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2006, in Florida. She was
predeceased by her husband, Daniel, in 1983. Her surviving family includes
her daughters and son, Angie (John) Sardo of Clearwater, FL, Joseph Cardone
of Montevallo, AL, Maryann (Richard) Rohde of Ocala, FL; grandchildren,
Linda Dunbar of OH, Kathy Myers of FL, Vincent, Dan, Clay and D'Andrea
Cardone, all of AL, Kathleen Bush, Denny Rohde of Horseheads, NY, Micki
Matthews of Vestal, NY; 16 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren,
two sisters and one brother in Italy. Viola was born Sunday, July 1, 1906,
in Italy to Angelo and Angela (Pilla) D'Andrea. Moving to Elmira at the
age of 18, Viola and her husband remained longtime residents of Elmira.
Viola and her husband, Daniel, were communicants of St. Anthony's Church.
She was also a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker. Services with the Barber
Funeral Home, Horseheads, will take place privately with interment in St.
Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Those wishing may remember Viola with memorials
to St. Anthony's Church, 204 W. Washington Ave., Elmira, NY 14901.
Star-Gazette.com Obituaries for 08/13/06
DANIELS NANCY ANN MAURER
Nancy Ann (Daniels) Of Elmira, NY Was born July 21, 1944 in Elmira,
NY, the daughter of the late Charles W. and Helen M. (Collins) Daniels,
passed away very unexpectedly on Saturday, June 24, 2006, at the age of
61. She graduated from Notre Dame High School (Elmira) and St. Joseph's
School of Nursing (Elmira). She was a Registered Nurse at the Upstate Medical
Center and the VA Hospital in Syracuse, NY. She moved to Florida for a
few years, then returned "home." Nancy enjoyed cooking, crafts, reading,
shopping and helping others. She is survived by her stepmother, Margaret
Daniels; sisters, JoAnne (Skip) Andrews of Keuka Park, NY, Pat (Rennie)
Hofman of Pine City, NY, Elly (Carl) Rose of Chittenango, NY, Teresa Daniels
of Elmira, NY; brothers, Bill (Margaret) Daniels of Elmira, NY, David (Theresa)
Daniels of Pine City, NY. Nancy loved her many nieces, nephews, great-nieces
and great-nephews. She will be greatly missed. Family and friends are invited
to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira,
NY 14904, on Wednesday, June 28, 2006, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. A Memorial
Service will follow the visitation at 2 p.m. with the Reverend Richard
Farrell to celebrate Nancy's life and honor her memory. Interment will
follow in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery with Father Farrell conducting
the committal prayers. Memorial donations may be directed to Southern Tier
Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830, SPCA Animal Shelter,
Route #352, Elmira, NY 14903, or a charity of one's choice.
DANIELS NANCY ANN MAURER
Nancy Ann (Daniels) Of Elmira, NY Was born July 21, 1944 in Elmira,
NY, the daughter of the late Charles W. and Helen M. (Collins) Daniels,
passed away very unexpectedly on Saturday, June 24, 2006, at the age of
61. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home,
Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904, on Wednesday, June 28,
2006, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will follow the visitation
at 2 p.m. with the Reverend Richard Farrell to celebrate Nancy's life and
honor her memory. Interment will follow in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery
with Father Farrell conducting the committal prayers. Memorial donations
may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning,
NY 14830, SPCA Animal Shelter, Route #352, Elmira, NY 14903, or a charity
of one's choice.
DANNA ANNA T. PAGANELLI
Anna T. Age 85, of Elmira, died at her home on Friday, May 19, 2006.
Anna was born July 13, 1920, a daughter of Joseph S. and Madeline Campione
Danna. She is predeceased by her husband Emildo Paganelli; brothers, Frank,
James, Joseph and Sam Danna; sister Phyllis Speticcino; and son-in-law
John Schleibaum. Anna is survived by her children, with their spouses,
Lucy A. Schleibaum of Burke, VA, Leonard J. and Yvonne Paganelli of Webster,
NY, Mary A. and William Denike of Elmira, Joseph G. Paganelli of Rochester
and Elmira, Frances A. and John Springer of Rochester, NY, Peter E. and
Sharon Paganelli of Sacramento, CA, and Anne T. and James Donnelly of Hayward,
CA; 11 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; sisters, Jenny Jump of Elmira,
Rose Roberts of Sayre, PA and Theresa VanBen Coten of Elmira; brother and
sister-in-law, Leonard and Marion Danna of Horseheads; sisters-in-law,
Lena Danna of Frankfort, NY and Angie Danna of Elmira; along with several
nieces, nephews and many good friends. Anna and Emildo successfully raised
7 children. A very active person she enjoyed golf, baseball, volleyball,
swimming, dancing and was famous for her meatballs. A devout catholic,
Anna was a long time active communicant of Ss. Peter & Paul Church
and served as a Eucharistic Minister at St. Joseph's Hospital. She also
belonged to the Women's Aglow group. Anna was a wonderful person. She was
always smiling, had a great love for people and lived a blessed life. Friends
are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts.,
on Monday, May 22, 2006 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00
p.m. The rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. A prayer service will be held
at the funeral home on Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 8:45 a.m., followed by
a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Church.
Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in
Anna's memory may be directed to either St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation,
555 E. Market St., Elmira, NY 14901, or Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E.
Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830.
DANNA JENNIE JUMP
Jennie nee: Danna Age 90, of Maple Ave., Elmira, died Sunday, October
22, 2006, at St. Joseph's Hospital. Jennie is survived by her sister, Rose
Roberts, Sayre, PA; a brother, Leonard (Marian) Danna, Horseheads; sister,
Theresa Van BenCoten, Elmira; sisters-in-law, Angie Danna of Elmira and
Lena Danna of St. Johnsville, NY; many nieces, nephews, cousins and several
friends. Jennie was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Jump; sisters, Phyllis
Spetaccino, and Anna Paganelli; brothers, Frank Danna, James Danna, Joseph
Danna, and Sam Danna. Jennie was well known as the "Pumpkin Lady" on Maple
Ave. and supplied gladiolus to florists in the Southern Tier region. Jennie
was a Communicant of Sts. Peter & Paul's Church, an Adorer at the Adoration
Chapel, a member of the Adult choir at Sts. Peter & Paul and attended
many church activities as a parishioner. Family will receive relatives
and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home, Wednesday, October 25th, starting
at 9 a.m., with a Prayer Service at 10:15 followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at 11 a.m. in Sts. Peter & Paul's Church. Interment will follow
in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
DANNA Samuel Joseph Devoted Husband, Father and Grandfather
Owner and Manager of Danna's Pizza Traffic Manager at Artistic Greetings
Age 86, went to be with the Lord on November 19, 2005 at home surrounded
by loved ones. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 58 years, Marjorie;
and parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Danna. He is survived by his children,
Donna Henning, Bernadette Danna-Lee, Evadna Danna, Yvette (Robert) Danna-McDonald,
Celeste (Frank) Bohman, Salvatore (Ellen) Danna Jr.; eleven grandchildren;
sisters, Jenny Jump, Anna Paganelli, Rosie Roberts, Theresa VanBenCoten;
brother, Leonard (Marion) Danna; sisters-in-law, Angela and Lena Danna,
Shirley Troy, Eloise Ciotti; and several nieces, nephews and special friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin
Street, Elmira, NY on Wednesday, November 23, 2005 at 1:30 p.m. Reverend
Richard Farrell will celebrate the Mass. Interment will follow in St. Peter
and Paul's Cemetery, where the Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad will
accord Mr. Danna full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, a memorial may
be made to the charity of your choice. Sam was dedicated to his wonderful
wife and loving family. He was recognized and honored for his Air Force
service in WW II and lived a life of devotion and pride for his country
and Catholic faith.
THEODORE DARROW
Theodore E. "Ted" Darrow, 79, Elmira, NY died Wednesday, March 20,
1996 at home. He was born February 17, 1917 to Howard and Belle Pettingill
Darrow in Troy, PA. Mr. Darrow was a veteran of the US Army in World War
II and retired from Thatcher Glass in Elmira as a pattern maker. He is
survived by his wife of 49 years, Margaret Wilson Darrow (212 Chapman Place);
daughters and son-in-law, Patricia Snyder of Burbank, CA, Katy and Jerome
O'Donnell of Elmira, Teresa Darrow of Elmira; eight grandchildren and a
great-grandson; several cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial was held March
23 with Father Joseph McCaffrey as celebrant and burial be in St. Peter
& Paul's Cemetery where military honors will be accorded. Arrangements
were by the Barrett Funeral Home. Memorials in Mr. Darrow's name may be
directed to American Cancer Society, Southern Tier Hospice or St. Patrick's
Church Restoration Fund. (TGR Thursday, March 28, 1996)
DAVIS - BRAGG, Theodora
Was born on February 1, 1909. She was the oldest of ten children born
to Charles and Elizabeth Davis. She was married to the late George E. Bragg.
She was a loving homemaker and ran her own catering business for over 25
years. Theodora was predeceased by her husband, George E. Bragg; parents,
Charles and Elizabeth Davis; brother, Robert Davis; sisters, Ann Clark,
Hazel Sampson, Marietta Pannell, and Helen Emanuel. She is survived by
her daughter, Vera; granddaughter, Roxanna; and great-granddaughter, Michelle.
She is also survived by her brother, Richie Davis; and sisters, Nathalia
(James) Snowden, Elsie (Howard) Ransey; brother-in-law, Eldred Pannell;
cousins, Robert Brooks, John Mullen, Meta Johnson; and a host of nieces
and nephews; in addition to special friends, Mary Smith and Leon Thompson.
Theodora was a devout Catholic. She was a member of St. Peter and Paul's
Church for over 90 years. She was a dedicated member of several organizations,
including St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary, The Ladies of Charity, Corning
Catholic Daughters - Court of St. Joseph's, and she was a longtime Eucharist
Minister. She was the oldest living member of the Nannie Burrows Club and,
in 2000, was honored by the YWCA with the Black Woman of the Year Award.
Especially known for her wonderful cooking, Theo was also involved in making
crafts, quilting and crocheting. Theodora was a very proud woman and believed
that being active in life leads to longevity. She willingly volunteered
her time with the Election Board and St. Joseph's Hospital. Theodora served
as a hospital volunteer for over 25 years and continued to work until her
recent illness. She always had a very positive outlook on life and presented
herself with a sense of dignity, style and class. Theodora will truly be
missed by all who loved her. Family and friends are invited to call at
the Kalec Funeral Home located at 705 East Church Street in Elmira, NY,
on Tuesday, January 29, 2008, from 2:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m. A rosary prayer
will follow. There will be a prayer service held at Kalec Funeral Home
on Wednesday, January 30, 2008, at 9:15 a.m. Her Mass of Christian Burial
will follow at 10:00 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul's Church, which is located
at 161 High Street in Elmira, NY. Burial services will follow in Sts. Peter
and Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in honor
of Theodora Bragg to the following: St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary, The
Ladies of Charity, or Sts. Peter and Paul Church (envelopes available at
the Funeral Home).
Published in the Star-Gazette on 1/27/2008.
DEAN Daniel A. Jr. Age 62, of Brooklyn Heights, NY, died unexpectedly at his home on Friday, July 1, 2005. Dan was born February 1, 1943, the son of Kathleen Brett Dean, of Elmira, and the late Daniel A. Dean, Sr. Dan was a graduate of Notre Dame High School, Fordham University and Yale Law School. He was an in-house lawyer for various banks in New York City before retiring. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Tuesday, July 5, 2005, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, July 6, 2005, at 11:45 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Church. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Dan's memory may be directed to Ss. Peter & Paul Parish Center, 161 High Street, Elmira, New York 14901.
DEAN Raymond Age 80, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2005, at Elcor Health Services. Raymond was predeceased by two brothers and three sisters. He is survived by his sisters, Elizabeth Terwilliger of Elmira and Madlyn Orlousky of Carlisle, PA; sister-in-law, Virginia Dean of Elmira; along with several nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service for Raymond will be held on Thursday, December 29th at 11 a.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home, with Deacon William Dougherty officiating. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
DECKER – Dana D. Decker, 83, of 358 N. Main St., Mansfield, died Tuesday morning, Feb. 25, 1964. Born in Mansfield, he was the son of Ambrose and Dora Decker. He was a communicant of Holy Child Church. He was a retired business man in Mansfield and has been in business 58 years at the time of his retirement. He was on the Mansfield Borough Council for 20 years. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Anna S. Decker; sons, Marion Decker of Mansfield, and Clinton Stroup of Norristown, PA; daughters, Mrs. Veronica Wagner of Elmira, NY and Mrs. Marguerite Donnelly of Lancaster, PA; 10 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren. The body is at Shaw & Robena Funeral Home, where friends may call Wednesday and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Recitation of the Rosary will be held Thursday evening at 8:00 o’clock. Requiem Mass will be held at Holy Child Church at 9:30 AM on Friday. Rev. Martin A. Roche, officiating. Burial will be in Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Elmira.
DeLAURO ANNE BERMINGHAM
Anne D., Age 78, of Elmira, died Friday, September 7, 2007 at St. Joseph's
Hospital. Anne was born June 17, 1929, a daughter of James E. and Victoria
Grebleski DeLauro. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her
husband, John J. Bermingham; sister, Margaret Battersby; and brothers,
Bernard and James DeLauro. Anne is survived by her son and daughter-in-law,
Patrick P. and Joy Bermingham of Elmira, with children, Eileen, Jessica,
and Michael (Jenna); daughter and son-in-law, Anne B. and Richard Nelan
of Trenton, IL, with children, Kevin (Lisa) and Katherine; great-grandchildren,
Ky, Alexus and Emily; along with several nieces and nephews. Anne was a
long time employee for Rosenbaum's, and later worked for several years
for Cook Painting. She was a member of the Women's Auxiliary of the Italian-American
Veterans Club and St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary. A long time communicant
of St. Patrick's Church, Anne was active in the Blessed Sacrament Parish
Sacred Heart Ladies Society and the Italian American Club of St. Anthony's.
She enjoyed her summers at Keuka Lake, with her husband John, and treasured
the times she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family
and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut
Sts., on Sunday, September 9, 2007 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A prayer
service will be held at the funeral home on Monday, September 10, 2007
at 9:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St.
Patrick's Church. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
Donations in Anne's memory may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751
E. Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 9/8/2007.
DelGROSSO - CICCI Mary Theresa
Age 93, of Horseheads, NY. She was born May 18, 1914 in Elmira, the
only child of the late Peter and Angela (Marcantonio) DelGrosso, and passed
away Tuesday, January 29, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was predeceased
by her husband of 52 years, Frank Cicci, Sr. on December 30, 1993; and
her daughter, Sylvia Sabin on July 13, 2000. Mary is survived by her son,
Joseph Cicci of Canandaigua, NY; son and daughter-in-law, Frank and Diane
Cicci of Mooresville, NC and Horseheads; son-in-law, Richard Sabin, Sr.
of Horseheads; grandchildren, Richard Sabin, Jr. of Horseheads, Michael
and Debbie Sabin, Joseph and Tara Sabin, all of Elmira Heights, Christina
Cicci of Cornelius, NC, Anjanette and Fred Bobrow of Hopewell Junction,
NY, Nicholas Cicci and Victoria Cicci, both of Horseheads, Margaret and
Alex Crocker of Mooresville, NC; ten great-grandchildren; along with several
nieces and nephews. Mrs. Cicci was a communicant of St. Charles Borromeo
Church and a member of their Altar and Rosary Society. She was a member
and past president of the Elmira Heights Rotary Club and together with
her husband, Frank Cicci, Sr., owned and operated American Dry Cleaners
on Lake Road for over 50 years. Family and friends are invited to visit
Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on
Thursday, January 31st, from 7 to 9 p.m. Her funeral service will be held
there on Friday, February 1st, at 10 a.m. Deacon William Dougherty will
officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in St. Peter &
Paul's Cemetery. The family will provide their own flowers. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 1/31/2008.
DELLAROCCO CONGETTA MARIA ROSE
Congetta Maria, nee: DellaRocco, Age 77, of Elmira, passed away at
her home on August 14, 2007. She was predeceased by her parents, James
and Maria (Casasanta) DellaRocco; husband of 43 years, Edward; daughters,
Theresa Ann Jackson and Edwina Rose. Congetta was a lifelong member of
St. Anthony's Church and their Sacred Heart Ladies Society. Mrs. Rose was
an L.P.N. who provided home nursing services through Americare and was
employed at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She is survived by daughters,
Dr. Mary Susan Rose, Sayre, PA, Judith (Michael) Stanton, Elmira; son John
Rose, Phoenix, AZ; grandchildren, Kerry Jackson Bailey, VA, Staff Sgt.
Bruce Jackson, GA, William Jackson, AZ, Jeremy Rose, NYC, Brian and Kristen
Stanton of Elmira; great-grandchildren, Bruce Jackson III, Joscelyn Jackson
and James Bailey IV; brother, Louis; sisters, Frances Moffe, Rose Bruno,
both of Elmira, Yolanda (William) Maloney, Teresa (Arthur) Held, both of
Rochester, and Angeline (ElDon) Decker, Big Flats; several nieces, nephews,
great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins. She was also predeceased by brother,
George (Elizabeth) DellaRocco; sister, Genevieze (Joseph) Barbieri; brother-in-law,
John Moffe. The family will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec
Funeral Home on Thursday, August 16, from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. A prayer
service there on Friday at 8:30 a.m. followed by her Mass of Christian
Burial in St. Anthony's Church at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Sts.
Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/15/2007.
DEPRIMO Paul J. Jr. Age 68, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2006. Paul was predeceased by his parents, Paul and June DePrimo Sr.; son, Joseph Fish; and sister, Mary Ann DePrimo. Survivors include his wife, Mildred DePrimo; children, Frank LaDue, Bernard Godfrey, Brenda Stevens, Anastasia DePrimo, Sydney DePrimo, Elizabeth DePrimo, Mary Ann DePrimo, Paul DePrimo III, James DePrimo, Angel DePrimo, Barbara DePrimo, Tina Fish and Wendy DePrimo; stepmother, Donna DePrimo; first wife, Beatrice Martin; second wife, Charlotte Fish; sisters, Elizabeth (Frank) DelDuca and Teresa (Rev. Jack) Myers; brother, Samuel (Deborah) DePrimo; half brothers, Harold Rice, Sabato DePrimo, Christopher DePrimo, Arthur and William Luecken; special friends, Blair and Tammy Walker; along with several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, November 21, from 12 to 1 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place there at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery . Memorial donations in Paul's name can be made to his family in c/o Teresa Myers, 202 Lake Ave., Elmira, NY 14904.
DEVITT - EARLS Gloria J.
Age 63, of Lowman, died at her home on Thursday, November 1, 2007,
with her family by her side. Gloria was born August 9, 1944, daughter of
the late Edward W. and Genevieve Dandrea Devitt. She is also predeceased
by her brother, Edward C. Devitt. Gloria is survived by her husband, John
M. Earls; sons and daughters-in-law, Martin E. and Lynette Cartwright of
Elmira, Michael J. and Yvette Cartwright of Thombal, TX, Robert J. Cartwright
of Portland, ME, and Christopher A. and Jackie Cartwright of Portland,
ME; 10 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; brother and sisters-in-law,
Robert and Sylvia Devitt, and Sandy Devitt, all of Elmira; along with several
aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Gloria was a graduate of Elmira
schools. She had held various positions with Chemung County and retired
in 2005 with 25 years of service. Gloria was an avid reader and loved the
outdoors. She and John enjoyed their time together camping and fishing.
Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut
Sts., on Sunday, November 4, 2007 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. A funeral service
will follow at 5:15 p.m. Committal prayers and interment will take place
at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations may be directed to Southern
Tier Hospice, 11751 E. Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 11/2/2007.
DEVLIN John T.
Age 72, passed away on October 6, 2008 at his home in Jensen Beach,
FL. Formerly of Elmira, John was the son of the late Thomas and Patricia
(Kane) Devlin. John is also predeceased by his brother, Thomas (Ox) Devlin
Jr.; and uncle, Jack Kane Sr., whom were also his best friends; also several
aunts, uncles and cousins. John leaves behind his sister and brother-in-law,
MaryAnn (Mernie) and Michael VanDeBogart-Knapp of Horseheads, NY; nephew,
Thomas (Marianne) Devlin with children, Anna, Maura, Claire; nephew, Michael
(Mia) Devlin with baby girl to be, Ella, all of Elmira, NY; niece, Barbara
(Dave) Ruf with children, Kelly and Katie of Poughkeepsie, NY; his very
special uncle and aunt, Patrick and Libby Kane Sr. of Horseheads, NY, with
whom he spent many, many good times; also his aunt, Patricia (Patty Derr)
Kane, at whose home he could always find good food, good times, and good
friends; and many cousins. John also had some dear friends, Bob Habor,
Nick Palla, and John and Ellie Case, among others. John was a member of
many clubs, Elks, Moose, American Legion, V.F.W., and the American Veterans.
John enjoyed being with people and was always willing to step up and help
when he could. John spent many Thanksgivings cooking (which he loved) dinners
at one of his clubs. John had a large part in caring for his mother and
younger sister after the death of his father in 1965. This in turn made
him a bigger than life hero to me (his sister). I will miss him terribly.
John was my brother, father, and most of all, my best friend. I have found
that once your heart is broken it can never fully heal again. I do believe
we'll all be together again one day - so until then, I'll hold you tightly
in my broken heart. I love you and miss you, Mernie. No calling hours,
per John's request. St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery at the convenience of
the family. Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/8/2008
DIAL Robert L. Age 68 of Elmira Heights, NY, died unexpectedly on Saturday, November 26, 2005 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Bob, son of the late William Dial and Sally (Hester) Roberts was born in Cleveland, OH on January 4, 1937. In addition to his parents he is predeceased by daughter, Michelle Rene Dial; step-father, Murph Roberts; brothers, William and Charles Dial. Bob is survived by his wife of 44 years, Mary Ellen (Hurley) Dial; daughters and sons-in-law, Edna & Gregg Moyer of Pine City with children, Jennifer, Justin and Jarred; Ann and Bob Small of Clarks Summit PA with children Erin, Eric and Amber; Kelly and Mitch Greene of Raleigh NC; sons, Robert Dial of Elmira Heights and David Dial of Baltimore MD; great grandson Jadin Robert; brothers and sisters-in-law, James and Rosina Dial, Edward and Jennette Dial all of Cleveland, OH; sisters and brothers-in-law, Patricia and Michael Maistros of Parna, OH, Michelle and Glen Franklin of Fayetteville, NC; sisters-in-law, Betty Dial of Brunswick, OH and Anna Marie Dial of Richfield, OH; also surviving are several nieces, nephews, cousins and a large number of special in-laws on Mary Ellen's side of the family. Bob was a US Marine Corps veteran and a member of the Elmira Heights American Legion Post #154. He was a retired machinist from Kennedy Valve with 35 years of service. Bob was a longtime and very active communicant of St. Charles Borromeo Church. Most recently he acted as traffic director for the children in the religious education program at St. Casmir's Church. Bob was a devoted family man whose wife, children and grandchildren benefited greatly from his love of life, stories, and great food. He befriended everyone he met and spent his life helping others, no matter what they asked of him. The Cleveland Browns now have a die-hard fan cheering them on from heaven. GO BROWNS!! He was an avid outdoorsman who loved sharing his fishing/hunting experiences with everyone. Bob mastered the art of tying flies and loved to share and encourage everyone to try fly fishing. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets on Tuesday, November 29, 2005 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. A prayer service will be held there on Wednesday, November 30, 2005 at 9:15 am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in St. Charles Borromeo Church. Interment, with full military honors accorded by the E. J. Brewer Marine Corps League, will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Bob's memory may be directed to St. Charles Borromeo Church 130 Oakwood Avenue, Elmira Heights, New York 14903 or the Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Avenue, Elmira, New York 14905.
DICKINSON, David A.
Age 74, of 365 Diven Ave., Saturday Sept. 16, 1967. Friends may
call at the Barrett Funeral Home. Calling hours: Monday 7 to
9 p.m. and Tuesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayer service there Wednesday
at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Requiem High Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Cecliia's
Church. St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. Survived by wife, Mrs.
Mabel H. Dickinson; daughters, Mrs. Rosemary McGuire of Elmira, Mrs. Helen
Roberts of Hornell, Mrs. Margaret Denmark of Fairlawn, N.J., Miss
Nancy Dickinson at home; sisters, Mrs. Helen Hill and Mrs. Ann Kane both
of Elmira; seven grandchildren; six great grandchildren. Mr. Dickinson
was a communicant of St. Cecilia's Church. He was a retired employee
of the Erie Lackawanna R.R., member of the Men's Club of St. Cecilia's
Church, member of the Irish American Society, Council No. 229 of the Knights
of Columbus, member of the Nocturnal Adoration Society.
DICKINSON, Fred H.
Age 84, of 376 Hendy Creek Road, Pine City, Monday, may 24, 1965.
Friends may call at Holly-Keck Funeral Home, Wednesday 7 to 9 p.m. and
Thursday 2 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayer service there Friday at 8:15
a.m. followed by Requiem High Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church at 9 a.m.
St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. Survived by wife, Agnes; three sons,
John of Pine City, Ernest of Big Flats and Edwin of Corning; daughter,
Mrs. Ellen Brisco of Hendy Creek Road, 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.
Mr. Dickinson was a retired farmer.
DICKINSON, George T., Sr.
Of 760 Spaulding St. Prayer service was held Tuesday at 8:15
a.m. at Hughes Funeral Home, 311 Lake St., followed by Requiem High Mass
at 9 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, the Rev. William f. McCall, celebrant.
Pallbearers: Charles F. Dickinson, James C., John B., Michael T.,
Patrick D., and Thomas F. Kane. The Rev. Robert J. Miller conducted
the committal at St. Peter & Paul’s Cemetery.[Unknown Elmira Newspaper]
DICKINSON, George T., Sr.
Age 55, of 760 Spaulding St., Friday May 28, 1965. Body at Hughes
Funeral Home, 311 Lake St. Calling hours: Sunday and Monday 2 to 4 p.m.
and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayer service there Tuesday at 8:15 a.m. followed
by Requiem High Mass at 9 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, St. Peter & Paul’s
Cemetery. Survived by wife, Mrs. Elizabeth G., at home; three daughters,
Mrs. Gerald (Ellen) Slater of Cortland, N.Y., Loretta Ann and Susan Mary,
both at home; three sons, John A. of Elmira Heights, George T., Jr. of
Elmira and Charles D. at home; three sisters, Mrs. Helen D. Hill, Mrs.
Ann D. Kane and Mrs. Samuel J. Petti, all of Elmira; one brother, David
A. Dickinson of Elmira; 13 grandchildren. He was a former engraver
at the Elmira Star-Gazette, Inc. [Unknown Elmira Newspaper]
DICKINSON Helen C
ROBERTS Helen C. Age 89, of Elmira, NY. She was born on Holy Thursday,
April 5, 1917, in Elmira, daughter of the late David A. and Mabel H. (Maloney)
Dickinson and passed away Good Friday, April 14, 2006, at the Chemung County
Nursing Facility. Mrs. Roberts was predeceased by her husband, William
F. Roberts, Sr., on October 28, 1993; as well as sisters, Rosemary McGuire,
Margaret Denmark, Betty Jane Dickinson and Ann (Nancy) Dickinson. She is
survived by her son, William F. Roberts, Jr. of Elmira; former daughter-in-law,
Jacqueline (Roberts) Middaugh of Pine City; grandchildren, Christine (John)
Duvall, Mark Roberts, Jennifer (Kevin) O'Brian, Erin (Scott) Carpenter,
all of Elmira, Michael Roberts and fiancée, Kerry Edwards, both
of Baltimore, MD, and Bernadette Roberts of Elmira; numerous great-grandchildren;
sisters-in-law, Helen Roberts of Horseheads and Connie Roberts of Mattydale,
NY. Mrs. Roberts was a communicant of Our Lady of Lourdes Church. She worked
for Artistic Cards, Marine Midland Bank and eventually retired from St.
James Mercy Hospital in Hornell. She was a charter member of the Legion
of Mary. She also belonged to the Nocturnal Adoration Society, Ladies of
Charity, Catholic Daughters as well as numerous other Catholic organizations.
Helen's family would like to extend their gratitude to the very special
staff members of the 4th and 5th floors of the Chemung County Nursing Facility
for the wonderful care that they gave to Helen especially in her final
days with us. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral
Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Monday, April 17th, from
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. The Nocturnal Adoration Society will offer The Little
Office of the Resurrection at 7 p.m. Prayers will be offered there on Tuesday,
April 18th, at 9:45 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30
a.m. in Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Committal prayers and interment will
follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing
may remember Helen through donations to Holy Family Catholic Schools, 301
Demarest Parkway, Elmira, NY 14905.
DICKINSON, Mrs. Helen D. HILL
Of the Chemung County Nursing Facility, formerly of W. 7th St., Thursday,
November 20, 1980. There will be no visiting hours. Arrangements
by the Hughes & Sons Funeral Home, 311 Lake St. Funeral
Mass of Christian Burial in St.Patrick's Church Saturday at 9 a.m.
Burial in Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery. She is survived by sister
Mrs. Anne D. Kane of Elmira; several nieces and nephews. She was
a retired purchasing agent for Rosenbaum's Store and a communicant of St.
Patrick's Church. (Star Gazette, Page 9B, Friday 11/21/1980)
DICKINSON - PETTI, Mrs. Loretta Helen
Formerly of Lackawanna Ave. Tuesday, October 4, 1966. Friends
may call at the Hughes Funeral Home, 311 Lake St. Wednesday 7 to 9 p.m.
and Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayer service Friday at 8:15 a.m.
followed by Requiem High mass at 9 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church.
Survived by daughter, Miss Jeanne Petti of Elmira; son, Carmane G. Petti
with the U.S. Navy in San Francisco, California; sisters, Mrs. Helen D.
Hill and Mrs. Anne D. Kane; brother, David A. Dickinson, all of Elmira;
several nieces and nephews. She was the widow of Samuel J. Petti.
DICKINSON - PETTI, Mrs. Loretta Helen
Formerly of Lackawanna Ave. Prayer service was held at Hughes
Funeral Home, 311 Lake St., Friday at 8:15 a.m. followed by Requiem High
Mass 9 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church, the Rev. Francis J. Falletta, celebrant.
Pallbearers: Charles F. Dickinson, James C. Kane, John B. Kane, Michael
Kane, Patrick D. Kane and Edward S. Makovitch. Father Falletta conducted
the committal at St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery.
Miss Mary Jane DICKINSON, aged sixteen years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George E. Dickinson died this morning at 11 o'clock at the home, 617 Jay street. She is survived by her parents and three sisters, Helen, Anna and Loretta; two brothers, David and Charles. The funeral announcement will be made later. (Star Gazette, page 7, Thursday March 26, 1908).
DIETRICK - MALONEY Ellen Christine
Born, August 29, 1917, passed away on Monday, December 10, 2007, to
join her Creator, her parents, Martin E. and Agnes O'Neill Dietrick, and
her beloved husband, Joseph V. Maloney. Ellen is survived by her children,
with their families, Elizabeth A. Maloney of Pine City, with fiancé,
John Spaziani; Martin E. Maloney of Painted Post, with daughters, Jennifer
L. (Benjamin) Nugent of Portland, OR, and Rebecca M. (Jody) Payne, of Chester,
England; Margaret L. Maloney of Snyder, NY, with husband, Edward Scaduto
and children, Stephen J. and Kathryn Mariel Scaduto; James P. Maloney of
Buffalo, NY; and Daniel J. Maloney, of Elmira, with life partner, Garnet
P. Halm; great-granddaughter, Maggie Rose Nugent; former son-in-law and
family friend, Gerald Daly of Elmira; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law,
Charles and Sue Maloney of Waverly, Patricia DeMarinis of Old Bridge, NJ;
along with many nieces and nephews. Ellen was born in Patton PA and was
proud of her position as secretary to the Board of Education. Ellen had
met Joe at the Sunset Ballroom near Patton, before World War II, where
they danced to the Big Bands of that era. Ellen and Joe married in October
of 1947 and moved to Elmira soon after. She worked at LeValley McCloud
prior to starting a family at age 33. For the next 12 years Ellen raised
her children, returning to work when her youngest child was 4. She worked
for 30 years at the Elmira City School District as a secretary, the last
27 with the guidance office at Broadway Junior High School from where she
retired at the age of 75. Ellen took great pride in her work as a professional
secretary. She was a member of the Nocturnal Adoration Society, Ladies
Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary,
and the Widow's Club. Ellen was devoted to her family and her Catholic
faith. She will be sorely missed by those who knew and loved her. Family
and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut
Sts., on Friday, December 14, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00
p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home on
Saturday, December 15, 2007 at 9:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Interment will follow
at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Ellen's memory may be
directed to either, Chemung County Nursing Facility – Activities Fund,
103 Washington Street, Elmira NY 14901, or the Samaritan Center, 480 S.
Main Street, Elmira NY 14904. Ladies Division of A.O.H. will meet at McInerny
Funeral Home on Friday, December 14, 2007 at 6:45 p.m. to conduct a service
for Ellen. Mary Fran Cowley - President, Ladies Division – A.O.H.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/12/2007.
DiGIUSTO - KEMP, Josephine (Doan) (Stearns)
Age 87, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2008, at Bethany Manor.
Josephine was born on March 9, 1921 in Elmira, NY to the late Antonio and
Maria (Bonsignore) DiGiusto. She was predeceased by her sons, Joey Stearns
and Georgie Doan; brother, Michael DiGiusto; and sister, Grace Pagano.
Survivors include her sons, Michael (Katherine) DeJusto of Lakeway, TX,
and Anthony Stearns; daughter, Mary Doan of Fresno, CA; brother, Joseph
DeJusto of Fresno, CA; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, September 3rd, from
12 to 1 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral Services
will be held at Barrett's at 1 p.m. with Father Walter Wainwright officiating.
Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
DINARDO Carmen A.
Age 82, of Elmira, died Thursday, October 2, 2008, at St. Joseph's
Hospital. Carmen was born in Elmira on February 16, 1926, the son of Pasquale
and Louise Damiano DiNardo. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years,
Kathleen M. Cavallaro DiNardo; daughters and sons-in-law, Cindy (John)
Pribulick of Horseheads, Teresa (Chuck) Lockner of Elmira, JoAnn Ridosh
(with fiancé, Tim Sherwood) of Elmira, and Kathleen DiNardo of Fabius,
NY; grandchildren, Michelle (Ron), Jeff, Amy, Stephanie, Craig, Ross and
Kyle; great-grandchildren, Carmen and Bella; sisters and brothers-in-law,
Marie (Robert) Zauner, Lucy (Gary) Meister; sisters-in-law, Kim DiNardo,
Gert DiNardo, Marilyn Barletta, Lucille Peterson; brother-in-law, Robert
(Pat) Cavallaro; along with many special nieces and nephews. Carmen was
predeceased by his parents; sister, Josephine; brothers, Angelo and Joseph.
Carmen was a veteran of the US Navy during World War II aboard the USS
CAPPS DD550, a destroyer attached to the Third Fleet. He was awarded four
Battle Stars for service during World War II, including battles at Iwo
Jima and Okinawa, as well as the invasion of Leyte in the Philippines and
the invasion of Manila. Carmen was the owner and operator of DiNardo Plumbing
and Heating and later retired as Plumbing Inspector for the City of Elmira.
He enjoyed playing golf and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was a lifetime member and past commander of the IAV Club, member of
the St. Anthony's Sacred Heart Holy Name Men's Society, a lifelong communicant
of St. Anthony's Church, and a member of the Knights of Columbus, Elmira
Council and the Rev. Henry F. Adamski 4th Degree Assembly. The family will
receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home on Sunday, October
5, from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. A Prayer Service there Monday, October
6th, at 9 a.m. followed by his Mass of Christian Burial in St. Patrick's
Church at 10:00 a.m. Burial to follow in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery
with Military Honors. A special thank you to Dr. Schiavone for his thoughtful
care and dedication over the years. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may
remember Carmen through memorials to the American Heart Association (envelopes
available at the Funeral Home). Members of the Italian American Veterans
Club will meet at the Kalec Funeral Home at 7 p.m. on Sunday, October 5,
2008, for a prayer service for our deceased comrade, Past Commander Carmen
A. DiNardo.
Signed, Edward Jaskolka, Commander Published in the
Star-Gazette from 10/3/2008 - 10/4/2008
DINARDO, Carmen A.
Age 82, of Elmira. A prayer service was held at the Kalec Funeral Home
Monday, October 6, 2008, followed by his Mass of Christian Burial at 10
a.m. in St. Patrick's Church, Presider, Rev Walter Wainwright; Altar Server,
Robert Lagonegro; Organist, Robert Walsh; Cantor, Joe Caparulo; Placing
of the Pall on the Casket by his daughters, Cindy, Teresa, JoAnn and Kathy;
Placing of the Crucifix by Kay DiNardo; Readers, JoAnn Ridosh, Teresa Lockner,
Cindy Pribulick and Kathy DiNardo; Presentation of the Gifts by Michelle
Pitti, Amy Pribulick and Stephanie Ridosh; Remarks of Remembrance by Debbie
Guinther. The members of the Italian American Veterans Club were present
and formed an honor guard. The Pallbearers were: Jeff Pribulick, Craig
Ridosh, Ron Pitti, Mark DiNardo, Eric Peterson, James Sophia, and Rocky
Giammichele. Father Wainwright conducted the committal prayers at Sts.
Peter & Paul's Cemetery along with Military Honors.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 10/5/2008 - 10/7/2008
DiNARDO Joseph V.
Age 73, of Elmira, died Saturday, August 11, 2007 at Arnot Ogden Medical
Center. Joe was born in Elmira on February 12, 1934, a son of Pasquale
and Louise Damiano DiNardo. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Kum
Poon Kim DiNardo; son and daughter-in-law, Mark A. and Rebecca DiNardo
of Mount Airy, MD, with their daughters, Katie, Angela and Maddie; daughters
and sons-in-law, Debbie D. and Tom Guenther of Rochester, NY; and Kim M.
and Matt Leszyk of Corning, NY, with their children, Emily and Ryan; brother
and sister-in-law, Carmen and Kay DiNardo of Elmira; sisters and brothers-in-law,
Marie and Robert Zauner of Horseheads, and Lucy and Gary Meister of Bradenton,
FL; sister-in-law, Gertrude DiNardo of Rochester, NY; along with numerous
nieces and nephews. Joe was preceded in death by sister Josephine Cavallaro
and brother Angelo DiNardo. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran. Joe was the
owner and operator of Chemung Communications for over 35 years. He loved
golfing and bocce ball, and was a lifetime member of the IAV Club. Friends
are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts.,
on Monday, August 13, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian
Burial will be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony's
Church, Elmira. Committal prayers and interment will follow at St. Peter
& Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in Joe's memory may
be directed to the Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira NY 14905.
The Members of the Italian American Veterans Club will meet at McInerny
Funeral Home at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, August 13, 2007 to conduct a prayer
service for our deceased comrade and past commander. Signed, Commander
Julian Scarpa. Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/12/2007.
DiPIETTO - CIARROCCA
Philomena M. Age 82, of Elmira, NY. She was born March 7, 1923 in Elmira,
daughter of the late James and Amelia (Bonavita) DePietto, and passed away
Monday, January 23, 2006, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility after
an extended illness. She was predeceased by her parents; husband, Loreto,
in 1995; and sisters, Mary Dandrea, Belinda Smith, Lucy Mustico, Margaret
Spallone and Lucia DePietto. Philomena is survived by her children and
their spouses, Amy and Tony Phillips, Larry and Gloria Ciarrocca, all of
Lancaster, PA, Eileen and Robert Smallcomb of Fairport, NY, Michael Ciarrocca
of Horseheads, Mary Ann and Michael McGann of Lake Worth, FL, and Cathy
Womer with fiancé, John Glover, of Elmira; sister, Josephine DePietto,
and brother-in-law, Carmen Mustico, both of Elmira; along with 12 grandchildren,
18 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Ciarrocca was
a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She was a communicant
of St. Anthony's Church and she retired from St. Joseph's Hospital. Family
and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake
St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Thursday, January 26th, from 2 to 4
and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers will be offered there on Friday, January 27th,
at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St.
Anthony's Church. Committal prayers and interment will follow in St. Peter
& Paul's Cemetery. Philomena loved flowers and her family will greatly
appreciate them, or she may be remembered through donations to U.C.P.,
Short Hills Residence, 101 Short Hills Dr., Horseheads, NY 14845.
DISINSKI MARY CATHERINE BAUER
Mary Catherine Formerly of 820 Mt. Zoar St. Was born November 27, 1919
in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Frank and Valeria (Rosinski) Disinski,
she passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2006, peacefully at the Arnot Ogden
Medical Center at the age of 86. Mary was predeceased by her loving husband
of 56 years, Carl in 1996. She was also preceded in death by her brothers,
Thomas and John Disinski; and a special aunt, Kathryn Apenowich. Mrs. Bauer
is survived by her beloved children; son and daughter-in-law, Jon and Sandra
Bauer of Pine City, NY; daughter and son-in-law, Bernadette and Richard
Vacchetto of Rochester, NY; grandchildren, Kathryn "Kit" Bauer (fiancée
Billy Gooshaw, Jr.) of Pine City, NY, Richard Vacchetto (fiancée
Mellissa Ayres) of Rochester, NY, Brad Vacchetto (Jessica) of Rochester,
NY, Bret Bauer of Pine City, NY; great-granddaughters, Olivia and Isabelle
Vacchetto; also several nieces and nephews; and a special lifelong friend,
Kadz Cicora of Elmira, NY. Mary was a communicant of St. Mary's Church,
who loved flower gardening, playing cards with the "Home Bureau" and crafting.
She especially enjoyed working for many years with the Board of Elections
as an inspector. Her bunny collection has exceeded 500, amassed over 5
decades of collecting. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof
Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Wednesday, May
17, 2006, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services honoring Mary
Catherine will be held there on Thursday, May 18, 2006, at 11:00 a.m. The
Reverend Richard Farrell will celebrate her services. Interment will follow
in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery, Elmira. Memorial donations may be directed
to St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin Street, Elmira, NY 14904, or Woodbrook,
1250 Maple Ave., Elmira, NY 14904.
DISTEFANO
John M. Loving father, grandfather, brother and friend to many Formerly
of Johnson St., Elmira, NY. He was born May 4, 1920 in Macchia Valfortore,
Italy, son of the late Nichola and Maria Rosa (Spallone) DiStefano and
passed away on his 86th birthday, Thursday, May 4, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden
Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was predeceased by his
wife, Carmella (Cary) on October 26, 2001; brothers, John, Nicholas and
Anthony; brothers-in-law, Steve Lauretta and Ulysses Culver; and sister-in-law,
Lottie Lisi. John is survived by his daughters and son-in-law, Mary Rose
Becker, Gerianne and Rory Kessler; son, John G. DiStefano; special friend,
Larry Hoskins, all of Elmira; his grandchildren, whom he especially loved,
Jason (fiancée Stefanie Hibbard) Becker, Nicholas (Kathy) Becker,
Brian Becker and Sarah Kessler; great-granddaughter, Alexis Becker; sisters,
Mary Lauretta of Elmira, and Carmella Culver of Gillett, PA; brother-in-law,
James Lisi of Binghamton, NY; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins;
special companions, Rosie and Biscuit who will miss him dearly. John was
a communicant of St. Anthony's Church. He retired from Trayer Products,
was a veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army; was a member, past commander
and chaplain of the I.A.V; member of the Sacred Heart, Holy Name Men's
Society. He was a former Grand Knight and a 4th degree Knight with the
Knights of Columbus; member of the Nocturnal Adoration Society, Mocchi
Club; past member of St. Anthony's Parish Council and a devoted St. Anthony's
bazaar worker. John was instrumental in bringing the EWTN television network
to this area and was a member of St. Joseph's Hospital auxiliary and a
volunteer there. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent
Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, May 7th,
from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The Elmira area Nocturnal Adoration Society
will meet there at 3:30 p.m. to pray the Little Office of the Resurrection.
Prayers will be offered there on Monday, May 8th, at 9:30 a.m., followed
by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church. Rev.
Walter L. Wainwright, Celebrant. Committal prayers and interment will follow
in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may
remember John through donations to St. Anthony's/St. Patrick's Church;
Southern Tier Food Bank, or the charity of ones choice. The Italian American
Veterans will meet at Walter J. Kent Funeral Home on Sunday, May 7th, at
6:45 p.m. for a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. for our deceased comrade, past
commander and past chaplain John M. DiStefano, Signed: Ed Jaskolka, Commander
DOLAN, James J.
Formerly of Herrick St. Elmira passed away at Heritage Nursing Home,
Athens, PA on Wednesday evening, April 4, 2007 with his loving family by
his side. Born on August 7, 1926 in Albany, NY, James was the son of William
P. & Helen Manning Dolan. He married Mary Lou Shea on May 21, 1949
at St. Mary's Church. In addition to his loving wife and companion of 57
years, he is also survived by their eight children, Nancy (Paul) Huonker,
Apalachin; Paula (David) Cook, Southport; James (Sue) Dolan, Harwich, MA;
William (Linda) Dolan, Southport; Christopher (Sandra Kershner) Dolan,
Chemung; Betty (Gary) Allington, Pine City; Michael (Barbara) Dolan, Buffalo;
Michele (Steven) Loud, Millerton, PA; daughter-in-law, Katrina Dolan; a
sister, Helen Ryan, Albany, NY; fourteen grandchildren, Lynn Huonker, Carrie
(Kyle) Krawczyk, PJ Huonker, Angie (Drew) Wright, Steve Dolan, Steve (Kelly)
Cook, Phil (Michelle) Cook, Ashley Loud, Shawn Loud, Maggie Dolan, Sarah
Dolan, Becky Dolan, Jessica Allington and Emma Dolan; eight great grandchildren,
Julia, Nathan, Jacob, Nolan and Landon Cook, Bailey, Ireland and Tierney
Krawczyk; several nieces, nephews and many family friends. In addition
to his parents, James was predeceased by his granddaughter, Kelli Huonker
and a brother, William Dolan. A proud veteran, James served his country
during WWII in the United States Navy. He was a long time communicant of
St. Mary's Church. James is remembered as a hard working gentleman who
provided well for his large family. He was the General Manager of the Grand
Union Super Market in Elmira for over 30 years. Family and friends will
be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport
on Sunday, April 8, 2007 between the hours of 5-8 p.m. A Monday morning
prayer service will be held at Caywood's at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of
Christian Burial in St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin St. Elmira at 10 a.m.
Graveside services will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery where
full military honors will be accorded Mr. Dolan.
DOMICONE - RICH
Isabel M. (Domicone) Age 87, Isabel passed away on Thursday, September
1st, 2005, at 9 p.m. at the Chemung County Nursing Facility surrounded
by her loving family. Isabel is the daughter of Frank and Congetta (Spallone)
Domicone. She was predeceased by her daughter, Mary Ann Rich Narde, in
2004; her sisters, Mary Navone, Louise Liquori, Grace Ponzi, Mamie Carrozza,
Angeline Sprague; and her brothers, Alphonse, Eli, and Joseph (Duke). Isabel
is survived by her loving husband, John P.; her son, John G. (Colleen),
their children, Mallory, Kristin, and JT (John Thomas); her son-in-law,
Robert J. Narde, with children, Elizabeth R. and Stephen J. Narde; and
many nieces and nephews. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and
aunt. Along with her family she enjoyed spending time with her many close
friends. Isabel enjoyed cooking, baking, and playing cards. Her door was
always open to everyone. Isabel was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church
and was a member of St. Anthony's Sacred Heart Ladies Society, Golden Age
Senior Citizens Club, Macchia Club, and the Racoon card club. Isabel was
retired from Facet Enterprises. She will be sorely missed by all who loved
her. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Research Foundation.
Calling hours will be at Kalec Funeral Home, Inc., 705 E. Church St., Elmira,
NY, Monday, September 5th, at 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A Prayer Service there
Tuesday at 12:45 p.m. followed by her Funeral Mass of Christian Burial
which will be held at St. Anthony's Church on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. with
committal prayers and interment to follow at Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery.
Star Gazette February 23, 2005. Judge Daniel J. DONAHOE, Retired Family Court Judge Age 92 of Elmira, died Monday February 21, 2005 at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was born in Elmira on December 31, 1912, a son of James J. and Anna O'Dea Donahoe. Judge Donahoe was predeceased by his first wife Margaret Kelly Donahoe in 1972. He is survived by his wife Angela Milazzo Donahoe whom he married July 4, 1975. Other survivors are his children, with their spouses, Marianne D. and Leon Sterle of Ft. Pierce, FL, James J. Donahoe of Elmira, Kathleen D. and Randolph Shelton of Woodbridge, VA, Mark J. and Michele Donahoe of Syracuse, NY, Gerald P. and Karen Donahoe of Horseheads, Madeleine and Martin Sweeney of Parrish, FL, Earl and Terri Edwards of Bradenton, FL and Michael and Carol Edwards of Attica, NY; 21 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; along with several nieces and nephews. Judge Donahoe graduated from St. Mary's grammar school and Southside High School. He earned his B.A. degree from St. Bonaventure University and his law degree from Syracuse University College of Law. He was admitted to the Bar in 1946 and had a private law practice from 1946-1955. Judge Donahoe served as Judge of Recorders Court, in the city of Elmira, from 1948-1955. From 1955-1962 he was Judge of Chemung County Children's Court and from 1962 until his retirement in 1982 he was a Judge of New York State Family Court. Judge Donahoe was a U.S. Army veteran of WW II, serving in the China, Burma, and India Theatre from 1943-1945. He was a former president of the Elmira Kiwanis Club, Chemung County Bar Association, Elmira Baseball Club, Cerebral Palsy and Handicapped Children's Association, Council of Social Agencies, and the first president of the New York State Association of Family Court Judges. Judge Donahoe was a former chairman for the March of Dimes, a member of the Board of Directors of St. Joseph's Hospital for 23 years where he was Chairman of the Board for 9 years. He was a recipient of St. Joseph's Hospital Centurion Award. A long time supporter of Veterans Affairs, Judge Donahoe was instrumental in the expansion of Woodlawn National Cemetery to the benefit of thousand of veterans and their families. He was a member of many veterans' organizations including the China, Burma, India Veterans Association, the American Legion Bentley Post #443, Veterans of Foreign Wars Rex Field Post #901, and a lifetime member of the Catholic War Vets Post #1178. Judge Donahoe was also a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians Msgr. John J. Lee Division, Knights of Columbus Council #229, Elmira Elks Lodge #62, Elmira Moose Lodge #517, and a former long time member of the Elmira Country Club. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Thursday, February 24, 2005 from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, February 25, 2005 at 9:30 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 A.M. at St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Interment, with full military honors, will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Judge Donahoe's memory may be directed to St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation, 555 E. Market Street, Elmira, New York 14901 or PAL Mentoring Program, c/o Southside High School, 777 S. Main Street, Elmira, New York 14904. The officers and members of the A.O.H. will meet at the McInerny Funeral Home on Thursday, February 24, 2005 at 5:45 P.M. to conduct a memorial service for our departed brother Daniel J. Donahoe. Signed, Justin McInerny, President The Officers and Members of the Knights of Columbus, Rev. Henry F. Adamski Assembly and Elmira Council #229 will meet at McInerny Funeral Home, Thursday, February 24th at 9:00 P.M. to conduct a prayer service for our departed Brother, Sir Knight Daniel J. Donahoe. Signed, Leo Krolak, Faithful Navigator Robert Ryniker Tom Tedone, Grand Knight
DONAHUE - Edward C. “Bud” Donahue, age 52 of 1165 Charles St., Elmira, Monday, January 19, 1981. Friends may call at the McCarthy Funeral Home Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. A private funeral and committal service will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial in St. Peter & Paul’s Cemetery. The family will provide the flowers. Friends may make contributions to the American Cancer Society or to St. Mary’s Church Renovation Fund. Survived by wife, Daisy A. Hovencamp Donahue; sister, Mrs. Peter [Rita] Plante of Norwich, Vermont; uncles, Charles Donahue of Fulton, NY, John J. O’Brien of Elmira, William O’Brien of Canandaigua; cousins, Francis Mold and John Mold, both of Elmira, Mrs. Margaret Tagg of Horseheads; several nieces and nephews. Mr. Donahue was a communicant of St. Mary’s Church; an employee of the New York State Electric & Gas Corp. with 33 years of service and a member of its’ Quarter Century Club. He was an avid golfer; a veteran of World War II, having served with the U.S. Navy. Star Gazette [Elmira, NY] 20 January 1981
OBIT: JOHN J. DONAHUE
SOURCE: Elmira Star-Gazette, Fri. 29 June 1956
DEATH DATE: Wed. 27 June 1956
BURIAL: SS. Peter & Paul's Cemetery, Elmira
Transcriber: Anne Ross
"John J. DONAHUE, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Donahue of 776
Roe Ave., Wednesday, June 27, 1956. Survived by brother, Robert J. Donahue,
Jr.; paternal grandparents, Mrs. and Mrs. Danield H. Donahue of Elmira;
maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Mashanic of Wellsburg. Body
at Keefe Funeral Home, 436 Broadway. Burial. Friday afternoon at convenience
of family. St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery."
DONAHUE Leonore A. Age 88, formerly of Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira and currently residing at Elcor Health Services in Horseheads went Home on November 20, 2005. Leonore was the daughter of the late Cornelius and Agnes (Moore) Donahue. Brothers, Justin, Francis, John, Thomas and cousin, Jack Mack also preceded her in death. She is survived by nieces, Mary and Patricia Donahue and Judy Selby; nephews, John T., Robert, James, Michael, Brian, John J., Jerry, Richard and Stephen Donahue; along with great-nieces and a great-nephew. Leonore was a former employee of Remington Rand and the Elmira City Clerk's office. She was a lifelong communicant of St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Friends are invited to call at McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Tuesday, November 22, 2005 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, November 23, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Leonore's memory may be directed to St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin Street, Elmira, New York 14904.
DONOHUE, Penelope - Unnamed Elmira Newspaper - September 7, 1905 Mrs. Patrick McGRATH died at her home, 605 John St. at 9:15 o'clock this morning. She is survived by her husband and five children James, Peter, John, William and Mary; two sisters Mrs. M.C ahill L and Mrs. P. Gallagher of Waverly; one brother Michael DONOHUE of Elmira. Funeral services will be held at the house at 9 o'clock, Sat. morning and in SS Peter & Paul's Church at 10 o'clock. Interment will be in SS Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Sharron Vossoughi Modesto, CA <Rsvossoughi@worldnet.att.net>
DONOVAN Robert C. Sr. Age 73, of 510 Center Street, Horseheads, New York, passed away on Monday, December 24, 2001 at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was born on April 27, 1928 in Elmira, NY to the late Michael and Rose (Terrell) Donovan. Robert was a member of the American Legion Post #442 Horseheads, NY. He served in the United States Navy on the U.S.S Arnold J. Isbell, the U.S.S. Newman K.Perry and the U.S.S. Maddox, where he received the WW II Victory Medal. Robert was predeceased by his brother Eugene Donovan. Survivors include his children, Rosemary (Elwyn) Gwinn of Horseheads, Colleen (Richard) Jasper of ID, Robert C. (Ann) Donovan of Elmira, Michael J. (Melissa) Donovan of Horseheads, Maryann Donovan of Elmira Heights and James Donovan of Horseheads; brother, John F. (Billie) Donovan of Elmira; aunt, Elvira Nagle of Elmira; sister-in-law, Barbara Donovan of Elmira Heights; 9 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, December 28th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at Sts. Peter & Paul Church on Saturday, December 29th at 10 AM. Interment will be in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Bath VA Hospital.
DOUGLAS -
O’Leary Dolores J.
Age 74 of 1208 Trescott Dr., Pine City, N.Y., died Friday, October
29, 2004 at home in care of her loving family.Dolores was the daughter
of the late Howard and Stella Malinowski Douglas. She is survived
by her loving and devoted husband, Paul E. O’Leary; Daughter and son-in-law,
Mary Lynn and Michael Maquire with their children, Kerry, Michael, Jr.,
and Sean, of Severna Park, Md; Sons and daughters-in -law, Paul E. Jr.
and Julie O’Leary with children Matthew and Morgan of Amherst, N.Y., Michael
J. and Mary Ann O’Leary with children Ryan and Megan of Clarence
Center, N.Y; great-granddaughter Kylie Maguire of Severna Park, Md; brothers
and sister-in-law, Robert and Sally Douglas of Elmira, Richard Douglas
of California; sisters and brother-in-law, Dorothy Jordan of Lansing, N.Y.,
Jean and John Molnar of California. Also surviving are several nieces and
nephews. Dolores was EFA graduate, class of 1948. She was a devout wife,
mother, and grandmother. Dolores has several interest over the years including
volunteering at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Notre Dame High School, and as a
Brownie and Girl Scout Leader. She enjoyed golf, bowling, gardening and
spending time with her family and friends. Friends are invited to
call at the McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets,
on Monday, November 1, 2004 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. A prayer service will
be held at the funeral home on Tuesday November 2, 2004 at 9:15 am followed
by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in St. Mary’s Church, Elmira.
Committal prayers and interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751
East Corning Rd. Corning, N.Y. 14830 or Notre Dame High School, 1400
Maple Ave., Elmira, N.Y. 14904
DOUGLAS – Dolores J. O’Leary – A prayer service, led by Father Joseph Levesque, CM of Niagara University, was held at McInerny Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 2, 2004 at 9:15 AM. Dolores was then taken in procession to St. Mary’s Church, Elmira for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM. Father Levesque was the presider and Father Richard Farrell concelebrated the mass. The music was led by organist Mary Montanarella and the St. Mary’s Church Resurrection Choir. The funeral pall was placed on Dolores’ casket by grandson, Michael Maguire Jr. with daughter Mary Lynn Maguire then placing the crucifix. The readings were given by granddaughters, Kerry Maguire and Morgan O’Leary. Father Farrell read the Gospel and delivered the homily. The Prayers of the Faithful, with a special prayer for Dolores’ deceased parents, Howard and Stella Douglas and sister, Betty Strange, were led by son-in-law, Michael Maguire Sr. The offertory gifts were presented by daughters-in-law, Julie O’Leary and Mary Ann O’Leary, niece Clare O’Leary and special friend, Barb Carine. Remarks of remembrance were given by sons Michael O’Leary and Paul O’Leary Jr. committal and interment followed at St. Peter and Paul’s Cemetery with Father Farrell leading the prayers. Pallbearers were Michael Maguire Sr., Michael Jr. and Sean Maguire, Matthew O’Leary, Dr. Theodore Grawehr, William Fleming, Mike Beviacqua and Dick Sowers. – Elmira Star-Gazette, 3 Nov. 2004, p.4C
MARGARET A. ‘MARGIE’ DRAKE, of Elmira, NY died Sunday, April 3, 2005 at home after a courageous battle with cancer. Margie was the daughter of the late Edward L. and Margaret Reidy Drake. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Robert C. and Rose M. Drake of Pine City; niece, Ann M. Malcolm of Parker, CO with children Ashley and Gavin; nephew, Daniel M. Drake of Wellsburg with children David, Alyson and Andrew; nephew Joseph R. Drake of Manlius, NY with wife Amanda and children Ryan and Morgan; and several other nieces and nephews. Margie was employed by the Elmira City School District for 30 years as a teacher, principal and was with the school district administration at the time of her retirement. She was a longtime communicant of St. Mary’s Church. Margie was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, the Thursday Morning Musicals, the American Association of University Women, the Business and Professional Women, the Brand Park Beautification Committee, and the Ladies of Charity. She was also on the board of directors for the YWCA. Friends are invited to call at the McInery Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 5, 2005 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held there on Wednesday, April 6, 2005 at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Church, Elmira. Committal prayers and interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul’s Cemetery. Flowers are acceptable or donations in Margie’s memory may be directed to the Margaret A. Drake Community Scholarship Foundation, c/o the Community Foundation of the Elmira Corning Area, 307 E. Water St., Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette.
DRISCOLL SHARON MARIE ANDRUS
Dedicated Purolator employee - Age 67, of Elmira, NY, passed
away June 20th, 2007 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center after winning her
battle with cancer. Sharon was born in Elmira, July 13th, 1939. She was
born the loving daughter of the late Paul and Margaret Fernan Driscoll.
She is survived by her three loving children whom she adored, her son,
Lance Andrus (Lisa) of Colorado; daughters, Becky (Jim) Janowsky of Elmira,
Karen Andrus (Scott Bellgraph) of Binghamton; three beloved grandchildren,
William Andrus of Colorado, Michael Andrus (Whitney Finch) of Elmira, Jason
Janowsky (Amanda Lewis) of Elmira; one very special great-granddaughter,
Caitlin Andrus; sisters, Joann Girardi (Paul McKlevis) of Elmira, Francine
Crowley of Elmira Heights; and her bother, Terry Driscoll of Elmira. Sharon
is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins; her three
devoted feline friends, "Meeko", "Gabby", "Fluffy"; ex-husband, William
C. Andrus of Pine City; and her breakfast group friends at Curly's Family
Restaurant. Sharon worked for Purolator in Elmira Heights for 24 years.
She loved the comfort of her home, gardening, and jigsaw puzzles. Sharon
will be best remembered as a quiet, hardworking person, with a devilish
smile, who was never afraid of getting her hands dirty and always ready
for a rare prime rib steak. Family and friends are invited to gather at
the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY, Friday,
June 22nd, 2007, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the St. Peter and Paul's Church,
161 High Street, Elmira, Saturday, June 23rd, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. The Reverend
Walter Wainwright will officiate. Interment will be at the convenience
of the family in the St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. Those wishing may make
memorials in Sharon M. Andrus's name to the Arnot Ogden Foundation, c/o
the Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Avenue, Elmira, NY 14901. The Family wishes
to thank the Falck Cancer Center for the wonderful care and puzzles that
kept Sharon busy during her treatments, and the night nursing staff on
unit 2B of the Arnot Ogden Medical Center for their personal touch and
loving care.
DUFFY, Richard (Dick) Retired employee of The Star-Gazette Age 66, of Elmira, Friday, June 16, 2000. Survived by Brother & Sisters-in-law: John & Regina Duffy, Elmira, Patricia Duffy, Elmira; Nieces & Nephews: James, Joseph, Thomas Duffy, Patricia Santulli, Deborah Grosso, John Duffy, Susan LeClair, Robert, William & Michael Duffy, Several great-nieces & great nephews; Aunts: Margaret Woodard, Frances McConnell, Marian French & Flora Carpenter and many, many friends. Pre-deceased by Parents: Howard & Anna Duffy, a sister, Patricia & a brother Robert. Those wishing may make a Memorial Donation to Eastside Catholic Parish in Dick's Memory (Envelopes available at the Funeral Home). Mr. Duffy was a communicant of Eastside Catholic Parish and a retired employee from the circulation Department at the Elmira Star-Gazette. Family will receive Relatives and Friends at the Kalec Funeral Home Monday, June 19, 4-7 PM. Prayer service there Tuesday, 8:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM in St. Peter & Paul Church, Rev. Patrick Connor, Celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul Cemetery.
DUNLAP Gordon F. Age 86, of Elmira Heights, NY, passed away Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Gordon was born April 29, 1919 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Hugh and Maetta (Delamarter) Dunlap. Gordon was predeceased by his first wife, Dorothy; along with his brother, Raymond Dunlap. His surviving family includes his wife, Elizabeth (Stoddard) of Millport, NY; niece and nephew, John and Sue Dunlap and of Elmira, NY and their families; brother-in-law and best friend, Dr. Raymond Stoddard of Elmira, a host of friends, including Nancy Ostrander and Doug Day. Gordon was an active member of Horseheads Old Oak Lodge 364 F.&A.M. He was past master and currently held the chair of Assistance Grand Lecture for the Chemung, Schuyler and Tioga District of Free and Accepted Masons. Gordon was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Horseheads and also a member of the Kalurah Shriners of Endicott, NY and Royal Arch Masons. He was employed as an engineer with American LaFrance and later Westinghouse Corp. in Horseheads. Gordon also volunteered at the Chemung Co. Sheriff Department. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, Today, Tuesday, November 1, 2005, from 2-4:00 p.m. and again from 6-7:00 p.m. when the officers and members of Horseheads Old Oak Lodge #364 will conduct a memorial service for their worthy brother, Gordon at 7:00 p.m. Family and friends are further invited to call from 7:15-8:00 at the funeral home where his funeral service will take place at 8:00 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne officiating. Interment will take place in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery in Elmira. NOTICE: Officers and members of the lodges of Chemung, Schuyler, and Tioga F. &A.M. will gather at the Barber Funeral Home at 7:00 pm to conduct a memorial service for their departed brother.
DUNN ELIZABETH A.
Age 85, of Elmira, NY, died on Sunday, August 31, 2008. Calling hours
will be held at the BAKER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME on Friday, September 5, from
12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. with funeral services at the conclusion of calling
hours. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery, Elmira.
Rev. Jeff Tunnicliff officiating. She was predeceased by her parents, John
and Mary Dunn. Miss Dunn was a graduate of Southside High School in Elmira
and was retired from her job as a clerk in the Chemung County Treasurer's
office. She loved animals and never hesitated speaking her mind.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 9/3/2008 - 9/4/2008
DUNN - TOSCH
Florence Madeline (Dunn) Age 85 of 78 Ridge Road, Horseheads, passed
away after a brief illness at home on September 20, 2001. She is survived
by her loving partner Walter C. Prior, of their home; three children, John
Earl Tosch and his wife "Snooky" of Wellsburg, NY, Mrs. Rose Ann Harris
of Macedon, NY, and Ms. Doris M. Regan of Leoti, KS; 10 grandchildren,
and 20 great-grandchildren. Her extended family includes several relatives
in the Winnepeg, Canada area and several friends in this area. She was
a past munitions plant worker in Eldred, PA and was employed at Thatcher
Manufacturing Company in both Olean, NY and Elmira. She was predeceased
by her former husband, William Howard Chappell of Olean, NY and her husband
Louis Earl Tosch of Elmira Heights and two sons, George A. Chappell and
Robert J. Tosch. Friends are invited to call at Barber Funeral Home, 413
So. Main St., Horseheads, NY today, Saturday, September 22, 2001 from 3-5PM.
Her memorial service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at
5:00 PM there at the funeral home. Interment will be in Sts. Peter and
Paul Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
DURANTE - FOSTER, Rose Dolores nee: Durante
Age 66, of Elmira died Sunday, September 14, 2008 unexpectedly. She
is survived by daughter, Ellen Nichols, OK; sisters and brothers, Rita
Durante, Horseheads, Anthony Durante, Elmira, Caroline Bubacz, TX, Francis
Durante, Elmira, Albert Durante, Corning, Raymond Durante, Elmira; 3 Grandchildren;
several nieces, nephews and cousins; pre-deceased by son, Mark Travis;
parents Grace and Carlo Durante; Uncle, Jerry Lombardi. Rose was a communicant
of St. Casimir's Church. The family will receive relatives and Friends
at the Kalec Funeral Home on Monday, September 22nd from 10 a.m. to 12:15
p.m. with a prayer Service at 12:15 p.m. followed by her Mass of Christian
Burial in St. Casimir's Church at 1 PM. Burial to follow in Sts. Peter
and Paul's Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/21/2008
EASTON Stuart E.
A resident of the Pine City, NY community passed away on Sunday morning,
November 25, 2007 at his home with his loving family by his side. Born
on December 16, 1932 Stuart was the son of Charles & Florence Mahar
Easton. In serving his country, Stuart served in the United States Air
Force from 1950 to 1954. He married Joan Sullivan on May 30, 1959 in Elmira
at Sts. Peter & Paul's Church together they enjoyed 48 wonderful years.
He was manager of Consolidated Freightways, Horseheads, NY for 25 years
and then retired. Earlier, he was employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad
for 17 years. His interests included spending time with his family, (especially
summers at Keuka Lake) traveling, fishing and playing golf. Stuart was
a faithful parishioner at St. Mary's Church. In addition to his loving
wife and companion of 48 years, he is also survived by their three children,
Craig, his son and wife, Sue Easton, Accord, NY; Mark, his son and wife
Alison Easton, Newpaltz, NY; Dr. Caroline Easton Creighton, his daughter
and her husband Jay Creighton, Madison, CT; grandchildren, Aimee, Amanda
and Maxwell Stuart Easton and William Stuart Creighton. Stuart is also
survived by his sister, Bea Brown and brother-in-law, Don Brown; sister,
Margaret Morrell and brother-in-law, Don Morrell; a sister-in-law, Kay
Easton. In addition to his parents, Stuart was predeceased by his brothers,
Maxwell Easton and Robert Easton; father-in-law, John James Sullivan 1964
and mother-in-law, Antoinette Sullivan in 2002, a brother-in-law, John
James Sullivan in 2004. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's
Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Wednesday November
28, 2007 between the hours of 2-5 p.m. A Thursday morning payer service
will take place at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens at 9:15 a.m. followed
by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary's Church at 10 a.m. Graveside
services will follow in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery, Elmira, where
full military honors will be accorded Mr. Stuart E. Easton.
EMANUEL, Louis S. "Uncle Lou" Loving father and grandfather Age 80 of Palm Harbor, Florida, formerly of Elmira, died, Friday, August 4, 2000 in Florida. Louie, son of Daniel and Mary Sarah Emanuel, was also predeceased by his loving wife Toni Pasione Emanuel in 1969; sisters and brothers, Margaret Cavaluzzi, Antoinette Aloi, Josephine Chalk, Thomas Emanuel, John Emanuel, William Manuel and Daniel Manuel. He is survived by his daughter Joelle and her husband Michael Cannon of Palm Harbor, FL; grandchildren, Stephen, Justin, and Dylan Cannon all of Palm Harbor, FL; great-grandchildren, Jakob, Lily and Tyler Cannon. Also surviving are sisters, Phyllis "Mamie" Cleary and Lena Limoncelli, with husband John all of Elmira and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial to be held Saturday, August 26, 2000 at 9:00 A.M. in St. Peter and Paul's Church. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Louie was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII. He was a U.S. Postal Carrier, retiring after 27 years. While living in Elmira, Louie was a parishioner of St. Anthony's Church. Donations in Louie's memory may be made to the National World War II Memorial, c/o McInerny Funeral Home, 502 W. Water St., Elmira NY 14905. Envelopes will also be available at the Memorial Mass.
From the Elmira Star Gazette April 13 1965
EPPERSON, Arthur
Age 64 of 178 Lancaster Ave., Buffalo, Monday April 12, 1965. Body
at Barrett Funeral Home, Calling hours: Tuesday 2 to 4 and 7 to p.m.
Parastasis will be held Tuesday at 8 p.m. Prayer service there Wednesday
at 8: a.m., The Divine Liturgy will be offered at a.m. in Holy Trinity
Russian Orthodox Church, Elmira Height, the Rev. John J. Kluchko, St. Peter
and Paul's Cemetery, Town of Horseheads. Survived by wife Mrs. Eva Hoodak
Epperson; step-sons, Stephen Hoodak of Elmira, William Hoodak of Elmira
Heights; one sister of Hannibal, Mo.; several grandchildren. He was a communicant
of St. Peter and Paul's Russian Orthodox Church, Buffalo; retired employee
of Ford Motor Co.Posted by: George J.Jones,Jr.
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