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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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MACARLE JOSEPHINE ANN "JIGGER" HARRIS
Josephine Ann "Jigger" Age 85, of 124 Bancroft Rd., Elmira, NY. She
was born October 4, 1921 in Elmira, daughter of the late Silvio and Angela
(Capobianco) Macarle, and passed away Friday, January 05, 2007, at St.
Joseph's Hospital. She was predeceased by her son, Douglas on January 4,
1984; and brothers, Anthony and James; and is survived by her husband of
61 years, Robert W. Harris; son, Robert G. Harris of Elmira Heights; grandchildren,
Robert S. Harris of Elmira, Laurie L. Harris of Marietta, CA, Douglas and
Debra Harris, both of Sayville, L.I., NY; sisters, Ann Price of Elmira,
and Angela McNicholas of Scranton, PA; sister-in-law, Josephine Macarle
of Long Island, NY; along with several nieces and nephews. Josephine was
a devout communicant of St. Charles Borromeo Church. She retired from Gough
Holding Company in 1995 after 25 years of service. Family and friends are
invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira, on Monday, January 8th, from 3 to 7 p.m. Prayers will be
offered there on Tuesday, January 9th, at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of
Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Charles Borromeo Church. Rev. Thomas
O'Brien, Celebrant. Committal prayers and interment will follow in St.
Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
MACK - KATHLEEN M. ENYEDY
Kathleen M. Enyedy, 91, of Honesdale, PA and formerly of Elmira,
died February 12, 1990. She was born in Gillett, PA, the daughter of the
late Thomas and Kathryn Walker Mack. She was preceded in death by
her husband, Emery Enyedy in 1955. Surviving are a daughter, Shirley Bertsche,
Honesdale, Kathleen Enyedy and Joan Smith, both of Elmira, NY; 14 grandchildren
and several great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated
February 14 at St. Mary's Church, Elmira with interment to be in Sts. Peter
and Paul's Cemetery in Elmira. (TGR, Thursday, February 15, 1990)
MacKOWIAK Edward M.
Age 87, of Woodbrook, formerly of Elmira Heights, died Saturday, March
8, 2008 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Ed was born October 1, 1920, a son
of the late Stephen and Helen Wichtowski Mackowiak. In addition to his
parents he is predeceased by brothers and sisters, Walter, Floyd, Stuart,
Helen and Dorothy. Ed is survived by his wife Mary Biondolillo MacKowiak;
step-daughter, Nancy Balash of Elmira, with husband, Sam; step-son, Joseph
Biondolillo of Hamburg, NY with wife Annalise; grandchildren, Michael (Amy)
Balash, Christopher, Mathew, and Marissa Biondolillo; great-grandchildren,
Bryson, Garrison and Allyson Balash; brother and sister-in-law, Bernard
V. and Dorothy Mackowiak of Webb Mills; sister and brother-in-law, Cecilia
and Richard Whited of Montana; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, Joseph
and Debra Cappadonia and Ann Nelson, all of Florida; along with several
nieces and nephews. Ed was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII, serving as a paratrooper
with the 82nd Airborne seeing extensive action in Europe. Before serving
in the Army he played minor league baseball in the Red Sox Organization.
An avid sports fan, Ed enjoyed playing golf, bowling, and rooting for the
Boston Red Sox and Oakland Raiders. He was a member of the Elks, Moose,
Knights of Columbus, American Legion Clarence Oliver Post #154, Veteran
of Foreign Wars, and Italian-American Veterans Club, and long time communicant
of St. Charles Borromeo Church. Family and friends are invited to McInerny
Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Thursday, March 13, 2008
from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on
Friday, March 14, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Interment,
with full military honors, will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
Those wishing may remember Ed through donations to either the American
Cancer Society, 1316 College Avenue, Elmira NY 14901, or Bath VA Medical
Center, Volunteer Services, Bath NY 14810. Members of the Italian-American
Veterans Club will meet at McInerny Funeral Home at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday,
March 13, 2008 for a prayer service for our deceased comrade, Edward MacKowiak.
Signed - Edward Jaskolka, Commander Published in the
Star-Gazette on 3/12/2008.
MacKOWIAK Edward M.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, March 14, 2008 at 11:00
a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Father Thomas O'Brien was the presider,
with Father Christopher Linsler con-celebrating. Ed's pallbearers, Michael
Balash, Chris Biondolillo, Mathew Biondolillo, Ronald Mackowiak, Tom Mackowiak,
and Scott Williams placed the funeral pall on his casket. Scripture readings
were given by son-in-law Sam Balash, and grandson Mathew Biondolillo. Father
Linsler read the gospel and Father O'Brien delivered the homily. Father
O'Brien led the prayers of the faithful. Offertory gifts were presented
by Ed's stepchildren, with their spouses, Nancy and Sam Balash, and Joseph
and Annalise Biondolillo. Grandson Christopher Biondolillo gave the eulogy.
Music was led by organist Frances McLaren, soloist Nan Wyack, with special
selections by granddaughter Marissa Biondolillo and great-niece Megan Mackowiak.
Interment, with full military honors, followed at St. Peter & Paul's
Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/15/2008.
MADIGAN - POST, Margaret D.
Age 94, formerly of Elmira, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at Emmanuel
Center in Danville, PA. Margaret was born July 26, 1913, a daughter of
John J. and Catherine Nagle Madigan. She is predeceased by her husband
John W. Post; sisters, Genevieve C. Madigan, Sister Marie Martin, SSJ;
and brothers, Harold, Joseph, James, and Thomas Madigan. Margaret is survived
by her sons and daughters-in-law, John W. "Jack" and Kere Post, Jr., of
Argyle, TX and Mark R. and Mary Catherine Post of Macedonia, OH; grandchildren,
Amy (Matt) Langman, Ryan, Sean, and Kyle Braxton, Christine (Michael) Childs,
Tricia (Adam) Velegol, Jeff (Alyssa) Post, and Kathryn Post; great-granddaughter
Lauren Childs; sisters, Eleanor L. Madigan of Lewes, DE, Elizabeth C. Carey
of Lewisburg, PA; along with several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and
great-nephews. Margaret raised her sons on Beecher Street, on Elmira's
southside, before returning to school and receiving her L.P.N. degree.
She worked at St. Joseph's Hospital, retiring after 20 years of service.
Margaret was a long time communicant of St. Mary's Church, where she was
a member of the Rosary and Altar Society. A wonderful mother and homemaker,
Margaret will be missed by her family. Friends are invited to McInerny
Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Friday, July 25, 2008
from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday,
July 26, 2008 at St. Mary's Church, Elmira, at 9:30 a.m. Interment will
follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Margaret's memory
may be directed to St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation, 555 E. Market Street,
Elmira, NY 14901. Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/25/2008
MADISON Thomas James
Age 27, of East Sullivanville Rd., Horseheads, passed away very unexpectedly
on Monday, April 21, 2008. Tom was born February 11, 1981 the son of Angelo
L. Notarfonzo Jr. and Diane Madison in Elmira, NY. He was predeceased by
his father, Angelo "Sonny" Notarfonzo Jr. in 2004; grandmother, Elizabeth
Madison in 1994; and aunt, Violet (Joseph) Layton. Tom is survived by his
mother, Diane Madison of Horseheads, NY; brothers and sisters, Jamie Madison
of Sullivanville, NY, Tammy and Steve Pfeifer of Virginia Beach, VA, James
(Felicia) Strong of Horseheads, NY, Anthony (Amanda) Notarfonzo of Providence,
RI, and Joe (Kim) Doner of Horseheads, NY; grandfather, Walter Madison
of Horseheads, NY; aunts and uncles, Audrey (Paul) Wills of Elmira, NY,
Anna (Carryl) Vail of Stockton, MD, Walter Madison, Larry Madison, Douglas
(Pat) Madison, and Alan (Debbie) Madison all of Horseheads, NY; special
K-9 buddy, "Sonny"; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, students
and patrons. He was a teacher at the Holy Family Primary and Secondary
School in Elmira, NY. Since his father's passing, Tom has operated Sonny's
Bar & Grill on Level Acres Dr. in Horseheads. Tom was a dedicated NY
Yankee fan, accomplished gymnast and body builder. He also enjoyed fishing
and bowling. He was always very supportive and enjoyed helping his family.
His kind, caring, and gentle nature will be missed by those whose lives
he touched. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral
Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, NY, on Friday, April 25, 2008, from
4-7:00 p.m. His funeral service will take place at the funeral home on
Saturday, April 26, 2008, at 10:00 a.m., with the Rev. William Valet to
officiate. Interment will follow in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery, Elmira,
NY. In keeping with Tom's wish and dream of rebuilding his father's legacy,
Sonny's Bar & Grill, those wishing to express their sympathy may remember
Tom with memorials to Rebuilding Sonny's, c/o Diane Madison, P.O. Box 305,
Horseheads, NY 14845. Envelopes will also be available at the funeral home.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 4/25/2008.
MAHER /MEAGER, Mary Callahan
Death of an Aged Lady.
Mrs. Mary Callahan, an aged and respected resident of this city,
died yesterday afternoon at her home on Franklin Street, in the Fifth ward.
Although in feeble health for some time, her death falls no less severely
upon her many friends and relatives.She was born in Temple More, Ireland,
in 1813, and for the past thirty-five years has made her home in this city,
watching its growth from a small village to its present populous condition.
A devout christian, a tender mother and a kind neighbor, her death will
be mourned not alone by her immediate family, but by hosts of sympathetic
friends, who appreciate so fully her useful and noble life. She leaves
three children, John, the merchant tailor of West Water street, Mrs. Julia
Cassin, and Miss Kate, all of this city. The funeral will take place
form St. Mary's church tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock, where a solemn requiem
mass will be celebrated.Elmira Advertiser, Monday July 4, 1887, p. 8.
MAKOVITCH - BONARSKI, Theresa Marie
Age 37, of Corning, died as the result of an auto accident, on Tuesday,
February 19, 2008. Theresa was born December 16, 1970, the daughter of
Edward S. and Corinne Fargo Makovitch of Clifton Park, NY. In addition
to her parents Theresa is survived by her husband, Paul H. Bonarski, of
Corning, with his daughter, Olivia; maternal grandparents, Al and Theresa
Fargo of Elmira; mother-in-law, Mary Bonarski of Bath, NY; godmother, Cynthia
Harvey, of Elmira, with her husband Robert; godfather, Thomas Makovitch,
of Big Flats, with his wife, Patty; along with several aunts, uncles, and
cousins. She is predeceased by her paternal grandparents, Edward S., Sr.,
and Shirley Makovtich. Theresa worked as an Administrative Assistant with
TIAA-CREF in Ithaca, NY. She dearly loved life and especially her time
spent with family and friends. Family and friends are invited to McInerny
Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Friday, February 22,
2008 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral
home on Saturday, February 23, 2008 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 Theresa's
memory may be directed to the SPCA, Route 352, Elmira, NY 14903.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/21/2008.
MANOCCHIO - TOURNOUR, Rose M.
Age 96, a resident of the Chemung County Nursing Facility, went to
be with the Lord and her deceased family members on Tuesday, June 17, 2008.
Rose was born March 15, 1912, the daughter of Gabriel and Genevieve DePosqua
Manocchio. She is predeceased by her husband Max E. Tournour, 5 sisters,
and 1 brother. Rose is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Max E.,
Jr., and Mary Tournour of Big Flats, Joseph A. Tournour of Denver, CO;
grandchildren, Noelle (Joseph) Gross of Corning, Christopher (Carrie) Tournour
of Clifton Park, NY, Matthew Tournour of Denver, CO; great granddaughters,
Riley and Lauren Tournour, Jordyn Gross; sister Edith Caroscio of Elmira;
along with several nieces and nephews. Rose was a wonderful homemaker whose
family always came first. An excellent cook, she enjoyed sharing her culinary
skills with family, friends, and neighbors. Rose loved spending time with
her grandchildren. She was a life long communicant of St. Anthony's Church
where she was a member of the Sacred Heart Ladies. Friends are invited
to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Thursday,
June 19, 2008 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held
at the funeral home on Friday, June 20, 2008 at 9:15 a.m., followed by
a 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Ss. Peter & Paul Church. Interment
will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Rose's memory
may be directed to Blessed Sacrament Parish, 604 Park Place, Elmira, New
York 14901. Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/18/2008.
MARGEIT - ADDABBO
Marie Catherine Age 72, of 451 W. Thurston Street passed away Thursday,
December 27, 2001 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Marie was born November
14, 1929 in Elmira daughter of the late Louis and Catherine (Piecuch) Margeit.
She was a graduate of Elmira Free Academy and retired from Artistic Greeting.
Marie enjoyed her family, was an avid New York Yankees fan and loved the
“Polka Dot Show”. She was married for 48 years to James J. Addabbo of Elmira
who survives. Her other survivors include a son and daughter-in-law; Michael
(Dorothy) Addabbo of Bettendorf, Iowa, daughters and sons-in-law; Nancy
(Gary) Forsyth of Pine City, Catherine (James) Barrows of Riverside, Rhode
Island, Judy Ann (Anthony) Mangino of Clifton Park, NY, a sister Louise
(Edward) Oksinski, brothers; Henry (Betty) Margeit and Thomas (Esther)
Margeit all of Horseheads, nine grandchildren, several nieces, nephews
and cousins and special friends, Joanne and Ronald Thompson and Rose and
Don Vesneske. It was Marie’s wishes that calling hours be private. A prayer
service will be held 8:30 AM Monday, December 31, 2001 at the James D.
Barrett Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 AM at
St. Charles Borromeo Church with Rev. Christopher Linsler officiating.
Interment will follow in St. Peter and Paul’s Cemetery. Donations are directed
to the American Heart Association.
MARGRAFF Margaret "Sis"
Age 79, of West Palm Beach, FL, died Friday, December 28, 2007 in Florida.
Margaret was born and raised in Elmira, daughter of the late Luke and Marguerite
Madigan Margraff. She was predeceased by her brother, Luke B. Margraff.
Margaret is survived by her sister-in-law, Mary Margraff; nephew, Luke;
nieces, Megan and Ellen; grand-niece, Ave; and grand-nephew, Blake. After
leaving Elmira and moving to New Jersey she had a career as an Executive
Assistant in the manufacturing industry. Upon her retirement Margaret moved
to the West Palm Beach area. Friends are invited to a Mass of Christian
Burial on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in St. Patrick's Church,
Elmira. Committal prayers and interment will follow at St. Peter &
Paul's Cemetery. Arrangements by McInerny Funeral Home. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 12/31/2007.
MARRONE MARY E. MUSTICO
Mary E. Nee: Marrone, Former co-owner of Mustico's Restaurant
Age 86, of Elmira, died October 6, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled
Nursing. Relatives may call at the Kalec Funeral Home Monday, October 8th,
from 6-8 p.m. Prayer Service there Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. followed by her
Mass of Christian Burial in St. Anthony's Church at 10 a.m. Burial to follow
in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/7/2007.
MARRONE MARY E. MUSTICO
nee: Marrone, former co-owner of Mustico's Restaurant, Age 86, of Elmira,
NY, passed away Saturday, October 6, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled
Nursing Facility. Mary was born on June 29, 1921, the daughter of the late
William and Anselmina Lovasoli Marrone. She married Carmen J. Mustico on
November 8, 1937 and with her husband, continued the operations of the
family restaurant, "Mustico's Restaurant", which for many years was one
of Elmira's most popular local restaurants, located at the corner of Main
St. and Bloomer Ave. from 1930 until 1995. Mary was predeceased by husband,
Carmen J. Mustico; and daughter, Donna M. (Robert) Augustine of Elmira.
She is survived by two children, daughter, Janet L. Clifford; and son,
Donald W. (Judy) Mustico, Esq.; son-in-law, Robert Augustine. She is also
survived by her loving grandchildren, William R. (Debra) Augustine, Brandon
J. Clifford, Carman Mary Massey, Michael W. (Lisa) Mustico, Esq., Anthony
J. Mustico and Angelina Marie (Sean) Hanrahan; great-grandchildren, Joshua
Augustine, Xavier Mustico, Julia Mustico, Elizabeth Mustico and Ava Mustico;
half-sisters, Mary Theresa Keefe and Wilhelmina Mack; half brother, Michael
Marrone; sister-in-law, Theresa Gorsky; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family roots in Elmira are very deep as all her children, grandchildren
and great-grandchildren live in the area. She loved her work as hostess
at the family restaurant and the many friends that she made over the years.
Mary was an avid bowler in the 50's and 60's, being the first and only
woman ever admitted into the Elmira Men's Bowling Association. She was
inducted into the EBA's Hall of Fame on May 17, 1989. Mary was a communicant
of the Blessed Sacrament Parish. Those wishing may make a donation in her
memory to the St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility (envelopes
available at the funeral home). Friends and Relatives may call at the Kalec
Funeral Home, Monday, October 8th, from 6-8 p.m. Prayer Service there Tuesday
at 9:15 a.m. followed by her Mass of Christian Burial in St. Anthony's
Church at 10 a.m. Burial to follow in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 10/7/2007 - 10/8/2007.
MARTHER MARY MARCELLA MORGAN
Mary Marcella, Age 99, of Elmira, died Tuesday, June 19, 2007 at the
Chemung County Nursing Facility. Mary was born April 24, 1908, the daughter
of Fred and Margaret Fitzpatrick Marther. She is predeceased by her husband
John A. Morgan. Mary is survived by her great-niece, Mary Beth Conwell,
with her family; along with several other nieces and nephews. Mary was
a Registered Nurse, working at Arnot Ogden Memorial Hospital, before retiring
in 1973. She was a member of the Zonta Club and a former volunteer with
R.S.V.P. Mary's family will honor her memory with a Memorial Mass held
in Ireland. Interment will then take place at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery
at a later date. Donations in Mary's memory may be directed to a charity
of one's choice. Arrangements by McInerny Funeral Home. Mary's family would
like to extend their deep appreciation to the staff at the Chemung County
Nursing Facility for the wonderful care given to Mary over the past 3 years.
MARTIN - MCCARTHY
Margaret M. Age 85 of Elmira, NY died Thursday, December 6, 2001 at
home surrounded by her loving family. Margaret, daughter of the late John
E. and Mary Gordon Martin was preceded in death by her husband Laurence
M. McCarthy in 1987 and her son Joseph L. McCarthy in 1970. She is survived
by her daughters Geraldine M. McCarthy and Barbara M. McCarthy both of
Alexandria, VA; sister Geraldine M. Seidling of Glen Burnie, MD; grandchildren,
Colleen Brewer, Laura Brown and John T. McCarthy with their mother Nancy
Karpinski; 5 great grandchildren; 1 great great granddaughter; several
nieces and nephews. bf Friends are invited to call at the McInerny Funeral
Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets, on Sunday, Dec. 9, 2001 from
2:00 to 4:00 PM. A prayer service will be held there on Monday, Dec. 10,
2001 at 9:45 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM in St.
Mary's Church, Elmira. Interment with committal prayers will follow at
St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Margaret had a lifelong interest in politics
and current events. She loved to share her knowledge in these areas in
discussions with others. For over 20 years Margaret was an election inspector
on Elmira's southside. Margaret was a long time communicant of St. Mary's
Church and donations in her memory may be made to St. Mary's at 224 Franklin
St., Elmira NY 14904
MASIA Matthew Robert "Bob" Past Town of Southport Supervisor and former owner/operator of Masia's Restaurant Age 85, lifelong resident of Pine City, NY, went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, February 21st, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Elmira. Bob was born in Elmira, April 9th, 1921, the son of the late Pasquale and Lucy Martine Masia. Surviving him are his beloved daughters, Patricia A. Bruner and Linda (Robert) Smith, all of Pine City, NY; his loving grandchildren, Sean (Yone) Bistoff, Paul (Stacy) Bistoff, Cara D. Smith, Luke M. Smith, Christine M. Smith, Laura E. Bruner; five great-grandchildren, Savannah R. Smith, Antonio P. Caforio Smith, Ava L. E. Bistoff, Everett T. M. Bistoff, Malia C. E. Bistoff; nieces and nephews, whom Bob was very close to, include Patricia (Mike) Stephens, Peter (Maxine) Masia, William (Marilyn) Zinn, Albert (Linda) Zinn, Christopher (Nathalia) Zinn, Michael (Debi) Titus; very close cousins in Elmira and Watkins Glen, including Piero and Mafalda Masia; sister-in-law, Jane Titus; and a host of many close friends and colleagues. Bob dearly missed his loving wife who predeceased him, Elizabeth "Betty" Nell Masia; his son, Robert P. Masia and most recently, his grandson, Matthew M. Smith; brother, Peter Masia; sister and brother-in-law, Theresa A. Masia Zinn and William E. Zinn; nephew, Patrick Titus; sister-in-law, Philomenia Masia; brother-in-law, H. J. Titus. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY, on Saturday, February 24th, 2007, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, February 25th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, February 26th at 11:00 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin Street, Elmira, NY, with the Reverend Richard Farrell to celebrate the mass. Committal prayers will be shared following the mass in the St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery, where Bob will be laid to rest next to his wife, Betty and grandson, Matthew. Everyone has cherished memories of Bob Masia. From the enormous hand shake with the comforting smile, to his echoing voice through the restaurant or the Southport Town Hall. Bob has always loved to be around people. At an early age he worked in his parents grocery store "Masia's Grocery". After a nine-year stint working for Hardinge Brothers in 1946, he went to manage the Masia's Restaurant in Pine City, a business that was started by his parents in 1937. For 38 years Bob managed the restaurant and made sure his patrons were well taken care of. In 1984 Bob entered into his long and prosperous political career. His community elected him into the Town of Southport Supervisor position. It was a seat he held with pride for 20 years. Throughout his tenure he was able to accomplish many things to make his town and its residents what it is today. From the New York State Prison expansion and sewer projects, to the new arterial; these are only some of what he has established. Having the background of his membership in the Pine City Volunteer Fire Department and Chief for 11 years, 1955 to 1966, he wanted the people of Southport to be protected as much as possible, so over the years he helped build three of the most advanced volunteer fire stations in New York State. Through his dedication to the people of Southport, Bob has been awarded many distinguished certificates of merit and accomplishment. He was proud to be a lifetime communicant of St. Mary's Church, and was always ready to hunt, fish or chase the 18th on one of the areas golf courses. Bob Masia leaves a legacy that will continue to make the Town of Southport a safe place to raise a family. He will never be forgotten and will be missed by all. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Pine City Volunteer Fire Department, 1453 Pennsylvania Ave., Pine City, NY, 14871 or to the St. Mary's Church Renovation Fund, 224 Franklin Street, Elmira, NY 14904, in Mr. Masia's memory.
MASKER Terry
Age 60, of Elmira, died Wednesday, June 20, 2007 at Strong Memorial
Hospital in Rochester, NY. Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral
Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Monday, June 25, 2007 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 Tuesday, June 26, 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, with full military honors, will follow at St. Peter & Paul's
Cemetery. A complete notice will be in Sunday's paper.
MATKOSKY Paul H. Age 49, of Hickory Grove Rd., Horseheads, died suddenly Wednesday, October 18, 2006. Survived by beloved granddaughter, Sophia Polzella; son, Scott (Kimberly) Matkosky; daughter, Vanessa (Steve) Polzella; beloved friend and companion, Kathy Service; Cindy Matkosky; three aunts and uncles; many friends and co-workers. Predeceased by his parents, Harry, Jr. and Loraine Ann Przydryga Matkosky; daughter, Melissa. Paul was a loving father and grandfather, he loved the water, fishing, boating, the 1000 Island area and especially spending time with his granddaughter and children. He was employed as a Security Guard at Elmira College. Those wishing may make a donation in his memory to the Paul Matkosky Fund at Elmira College, 1 Park Place, Elmira, NY 14901. Relatives and friends may call on Sunday, 1-4 p.m. at the Kalec Funeral Home. Those wishing may meet there Monday at 10:30 a.m. for a procession to his graveside service at Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery, Pastor James Donahoo, officiating.
MATTISON - CLANCY, Mary E. (Mattison) (O'Leary)
Age 98, of Elmira, NY, passed away Monday, October 27, 2008, at the
Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Mary was born on September 7, 1910
in Bradford, PA, daughter of the late Grant and May (Foster) Mattison.
Mary was a longtime parishioner of St. Patrick's Church. She was an avid
bingo player, loved traveling, crocheting and reading romance novels. Mary
will be dearly missed by her grandchildren and those that knew her. Mary
was predeceased by her husbands, Dennis O'Leary and Thomas Clancy; daughter,
Joan Thiel; son, Patrick E. O'Leary; sisters, Ruth Vergason and Margaret
Knapp. Survivors include her grandchildren, Loren, Gar, Mark, Bruce, Glen,
Joan, Patrick and Patricia; great-grandchildren, April and Hope; along
with many other great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; several
nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call Wednesday, October
29, 2008, from 12 to 1 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral. Funeral services
will follow at 1 p.m. with Fr. Walter Wainwright officiating. Interment
will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations
in memory of Mary can be made to Disabled American Veterans, Attn: Gift
Processing, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 10/29/2008
MAY Helen R.
Age 80, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2008, at
St. Joseph's Hospital. She was born on February 16, 1928 in Elmira, NY
to the late James and Mabel (Boylen) May. Helen was predeceased by her
sisters, Mary Jane Baker and Virginia Corn; and brother, James R. May.
Survivors include her sister, Ann May of Naples, FL; sister-in-law, Gloria
May of Horseheads; nieces and nephews, Father Bob Baker of Peru, Judy (Joe)
Scope of OH, Patty (Rudy) Nardella of AZ, Lisa (Wayne) VanDenburg of CO,
LuAnn (Kevin) Wells of Horseheads, MaryBeth (Tim) Fiala of Horseheads,
Bruce (Stephanie) May of Horseheads and Scott (Li) May of Austin, TX; along
with many great-nieces and nephews and several great-great-nieces and nephews.
Helen touched the lives of so many in our community with her generous nature
by capturing special moments and sharing her photography as "Snoopy and
the Southside Press". Her pictures were her gift to those who loved her,
those that knew her and many of those who didn't know her. Family and friends
are invited to call on Friday, August 29th, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the James
D. Barrett Funeral Home. Calling hours will continue there on Saturday,
August 30th, from 8 to 9 a.m. with her Funeral Service following at 9 a.m.,
with Deacon George Welch officiating. Interment will follow in St. Peter
& Paul's Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/28/2008
McCARTHY - WHITFORD
Alice McCarthy Loving mother and grandmother Age 89, formerly
of W. Water St., Elmira, died Wednesday, June 14, 2000 at Woodbrook. Alice,
daughter of Timothy B. and Anna Reagan McCarthy is survived by her daughter
and only child, Julie C. Feldmann, with husband, Bill Feldmann of Elmira;
beloved grandchildren, Jackie A. Feldmann of Port St. Lucie, FL and William
Feldmann, Jr., with wife Audrey, of Charlotte, NC; beloved nephews and
nieces, John, Tim and Joe Noonan, Ann N. McLaughlin, Virginia N. Tortorici,
John and Tim McCarthy. Alice was married later in her life to former Elmira
Police Chief, Thomas G. Whitford, who died in 1995. Mr. Whitford is survived
by his daughter, Carol Gray and her four children. Also surviving Alice
are her dear and special friends; Helen Fitzpatrick, Helen LaBrecque,
Marian Wyckoff, KathleenCarpenter, Francis Steed Family, Art Ambrose Family
and Dr. William Cusick Family. Alice is also predeceased by her brothers
and sisters-in-law, Timothy and Marian McCarthy, Simon and Dorothy McCarthy,
and Dan McCarthy; sister and brother-in-law, Ann and James Noonan; great-grandson,
William Feldmann Stewart and niece, Mary Noonan Vater. BF Friends are invited
to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Friday, June
16, 2000 from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. A Prayer Service will be held at
the funeral home on Saturday, June 17, 2000 at 9:15 A.M., followed by a
Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church,
Elmira. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
Alice was a graduate of St. Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing and
Elmira College. She worked for various doctors in the Elmira area, before
going to work for the Elmira City School District, from which she retired
as an Administrative School Nurse Supervisor. Alice was a member of the
NYS Teachers Association; former long time member of St. Joseph's Hospital
Auxiliary and a long time communicant of Our Lady of Lourdes Church. She
was an avid card player, who enjoyed playing bridge with a group
of special friends. Alice's family will provide flowers. Those wishing
may direct donations in Alice's memory to Southern Tier Hospice,
244 W. Water St., Elmira NY 14901 or Woodbrook, 1250 Maple Ave.,
Elmira NY 14904. Alice's family is indebted to the many care givers, Jean
Zimmer, Janet Brown, Pat Russell and the entire staff of Woodbrook,
with a special thanks to Laurie, Dorothy, Sandy, Judy, Cathy, Marlene
and Gary for the love and assisted care provided to Alice for the past
2 1/2 years. The residents of Woodbrook will also always be remembered
and have a special place in our hearts.
McCARTHY Marjorie C.
Age 70, of Elmira, died Thursday, December 20, 2007 with her loving
children by her side. Marge was born July 11, 1937, daughter of the late
Albert and Marian Newmark Connelly. In addition to her parents she is predeceased
by her loving friend, and father of her children, Daniel W. McCarthy, his
parents, Owen P. and Loretta M. Bebble McCarthy, uncle and aunt, William
H. and Helen Phillips. Marge is survived by her children, with their families,
Eileen M. and Mark J. Ruppenthal of Horseheads, with son, Daniel J.; William
M. and Jennifer S. McCarthy of Elmira, with daughters, Anna I. and Bea
A.; Kevin M. and Colleen M. McCarthy of Elmira, with children, Lindsay
C., Justin P., and Patrick J.; along with many cherished friends. Marge
was a graduate of Southside High School. She worked at New York Telephone
Company before staying home to raise her children. Marge later returned
to work as a court clerk with NYS Compensation Court, from where she retired.
In her earlier years Marge was active in the Democratic Party, and was
also a long time Election Inspector with Chemung County. She was a volunteer
with the Clemens Center, a member of the Ladies Division of the A.O.H.,
and a life long communicant of St. Mary's Church. Ever the proud grandmother,
Marge loved the time spent with her grandchildren, beaming whenever she
was with them. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of
Water and Walnut Sts., on Wednesday, December 26, 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 Thursday, December 27, 2007 at 9:15 a.m., followed by a
Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Church. Interment
will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Marge's memory
may be directed to either Daniel W. McCarthy Junior Division, A.O.H., 701
Kinyon Street, Elmira NY 14904, or Josh Palmer Fund, c/o Community Foundation,
307 E. Water Street, Elmira NY 14901. The Ladies Division of A.O.H. will
meet at McInerny Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 26, 2007 at 6:45 p.m.
to conduct a service for Marge. Signed Mary Fran Cowley- President Marge's
family extends their heartfelt appreciation to Ken Akins, Mary Ann Baker,
Mary Palmer, Drs. Dauphin and Navone, along with the staff at IMAST, for
the exceptional care given their mother. Published in the Star-Gazette
from 12/21/2007 - 12/26/2007.
McCARTY Michele Marie, Age 41, of Corning, NY, died Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at Corning Hospital. Michele was born April 29, 1966, a daughter of Harry and Loretta Dunlavey McCarty. She is predeceased by her sister Mary Jo Brinthaupt. In addition to her parents Michele is survived by her sisters and brothers-in-law, LuAnn McCarty of Horseheads, Sharon and Tom Fitzsimmons of Chalfont, PA, and Patricia and Greg Lawrence of Orefiled, PA; nephew Brian Brinthaupt of Orefield, PA; nieces, Amy Fitzsimmons and Lisa Fitzsimmons, both of Rochester, and Colleen Fitzsimmons of Chalfont, PA; along with numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Michele was a resident of the Davis Road Pathway's Home in Corning for 20 years. Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Saturday, March 22, 2008 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, March 24, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Michele's memory may be directed to Pathways, Inc. 131 E. First Street, Corning NY 14830. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/20/2008.
McCLUSKEY Dorothy Ann
Age 73, of Elmira, died Friday, October 31, 2008, at Arnot Ogden Medical
Center. Dorothy was born in Newark, NJ on May 16, 1935, a daughter of the
late Joseph and Sarah Cullen McCluskey. In addition to her parents she
is predeceased by her great-nephew, Cullen Storm. Dorothy is survived by
her brother and sister-in-law, Ron and Cindy McCluskey; sister and brother-in-law,
Patricia and Gary Wheeler, all of Horseheads; nieces and nephews, Colleen
and Tim Hassen, Michael and Kim McCluskey, Karen and Michael Storm, Joseph
Wheeler with David Biddle, Sara and Alex Lopez, Amanda Wheeler with Aaron
Manchester; great-nieces and great-nephews, Trevor, Garrett and Bailey
Storm, Kory and Kaylee Hassen; several cousins; and many supportive friends
and neighbors. Dorothy was employed at Thatcher Glass for over 30 years.
After leaving Thatcher Glass she also worked for Catholic Charities, ARC
of Chemung County, and Kinship Homes. She was a member of the Business
& Professional Women, National Secretaries Association, and was the
1965 Chemung County Ambassador to Japan. Active in the community, Dorothy
volunteered her time with ARC and Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative
Care. She was also a long time communicant of St. Mary's Church, Elmira.
Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut
Sts., on Monday, November 3, 2008 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
Tuesday, November 4, 2008 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 Dorothy's memory may be
directed to Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative Care, 11751 E. Corning
Road, Corning, NY 14830. Dorothy's family sends a special thank you to
the Falck Cancer Center, 4A Medical Staff at Arnot Ogden Medical Center,
and Southern Tier Hospice, for their support and wonderful care given to
her over the last several months.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/2/2008
McCLURE Harold
Age 75, of 1107 Oak St., Elmira, NY. He was born May 6, 1933 in Cincinnati,
OH, son of the late Harold and Madeline (Martin) McClure, and passed away
Wednesday, July 9, 2008, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. He was
predeceased by his wife, Beulah in 1984; and son, Ronald in 2005; and is
survived by his children, Angela and Steve McArthur, Harold McClure III,
all of Minneapolis, MN, Ronda and George Ross of Las Vegas, NV; their mother,
Doris McClure of Minneapolis, MN; seven grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren;
sister, Bernice Dozier of Elmira; stepbrother, Gary Fleming of Minneapolis,
MN; special friends, Eunice Felton of Binghamton, NY, and Savannah Reid
of Elmira; along with a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Harold was a U.S. Army veteran serving during Korea. He retired from Kennedy
Valve and was a member of the Queen City Temple #146, I.B.P.O.E. of W.
Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858
Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Monday, July 14th, from 7 to 9
p.m. Prayers will be offered there on Tuesday, July 15th, at 9:30 a.m.
followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Ss. Peter & Paul
Church. Rev. Walter L. Wainwright, Celebrant. Committal prayers and interment
will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 7/13/2008
MCKERNAN
Evelyn C. (Cecilia) McKernan Mahoney 101, widow of John F. Mahoney
of Towanda RR 3, Pa.passed away peacefully Tuesday October 31, 2006 at
the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa. Evelyn was
born October 5, 1905 in Albany Township, Bradford County, Pa. one of 13
children of the late Luke and Lura Chapman McKernan and resided on the
family farm in Laddsburg with her family. She attended the one-room Waltman
Hill School in Wilmot Township through the eighth grade and graduated from
high school in 1922 in a class of no more than 12 students, which was located
at the Burgess Hotel in New Albany. On the evening of August 18, 1923 Evelyn
married John F. Mahoney of Overshot, Pa. at St. Basil's Catholic Church
in Dushore, Pa. The couple settled into a basement apartment at the corner
of Second and Maple Street in Towanda. They resided in three other homes
in Towanda before purchasing their farm in Luthers Mills. Evelyn was employed
by Bendix Corporation in Elmira, N.Y. during the World War II years, and
was later employed by Sylvania Electric in Towanda for 23 years until her
retirement in 1967. She was preceded in death by her husband John on July
13, 1967. Evelyn was a member of S.S. Peter & Paul Catholic Church
in Towanda and the Altar & Rosary Society there. She was also a member
of the Women of the Moose, Canton Lodge No. 3183 and was a charter member
of the Ladies Auxiliary, Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge No. 1367, Towanda.
Surviving are: two daughters, Geraldine Herda and her husband James Herda
of Towanda RR 3, Barbara Patterson and her husband John of Towanda RR 3,
11 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren,
nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents and husband she
was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary E. Bailey and a grandson, Ronald
Bailey. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday, Nov. 4,
2006 at 10 a.m. at SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Third St. Towanda,
Pa. Interment will follow in SS Peter & Paul Cemetery, N. Towanda Twp.,
Pa. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at
the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home 217 York Ave. Towanda, Pa. Recitation of
the Rosary will be held Friday evening at the funeral home. Submitted
by Carol Hoose Brotzman
McKLEVIS Vincent J. "Joe"
Age 66, of Elmira, NY. He was born December 22, 1940 in Elmira, son
of the late Anthony and Leona (Moore) McKlevis and passed away Sunday,
October 21, 2007, at home. He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law,
Stephen "Tony" and Phyllis McKlevis; brother and his companion, Paul "Mitzi"
McKlevis and Joann Girardi, all of Elmira; nieces and nephews, Linda (Pat)
Bubacz, Scott McKlevis, Pamela (Kirk) Owen, Elaine (Carl) Ashlaw, Marlene
Stewart, Barbara McKlevis and Paul (Theresa) McKlevis; along with several
great-nieces and great-nephews; dear friends, Pat and LuAnn Hannan of Elmira,
with whom he recently lived with; best friend, Danny Chalk of Horseheads.
Joe was retired from the U.S. Postal Service in Elmira, and was a veteran
of the U.S. Army. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent
Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Tuesday, October
23rd from 4 to 6 p.m. His funeral service will follow at 6 p.m. Interment
will be in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/22/2007
McLAUGHLIN - HOFMANN, Agnes C. McLaughlin
Age 71, of Roanoke, VA, formerly of Elmira, NY, went to be her Lord
on Sunday, March 2, 2008. A daughter of the late Henry and Leona McLaughlin,
she was preceded in death by her brothers, Henry, Buddy and John McLaughlin;
sister, Doris Harvey; son, Samuel Hofmann; and grandson, Steven Hofmann.
An active member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Salem,
VA, she was a Eucharistic Minister there. In May of 1986, Agnes received
her Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Roanoke College.
Surviving are her children, Paul A. Hofmann and wife, Maria of San Antonio,
TX, Jeffery A. Hofmann and wife, Terese of Columbia, SC, and Patricia Krevetski
and husband, Steve of NJ; two grandsons, Adam and Seth Krevetski; two sisters,
Dollie Bernas of Elmira, and Kathleen Wheaton and husband, David of Blacklick,
OH; brother, Michael McLaughlin and wife, Beverly of Ocala, FL; and numerous
nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, March
7th from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A
Prayer Service will take place there on Saturday, March 8th at 9:30 a.m.,
followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Patrick's Church
with Father Walter Wainwright as celebrant. Interment will follow in St.
Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/6/2008.
McMINDS, Donald Lynn
Age 74, formerly of Elmira, NY, passed away on October 2, 2004 at the
home of his daughter, Ann, in Phoenix, AZ, while in the loving care of
his family. Donald was born on February 16, 1930 in Endicott, NY, to the
late
Gertrude (Binkey) McMinds and Frederick Lynn McMinds. Donald was predeceased
by his wife of 44 years, Shirley (Pelchy) McMinds on October 13, 2001.
He is survived by his children, Lynn (William) Harrell of Apache Junction,
AZ, Ann (John) Schmitz of Phoenix, AZ, Martha (John) Alexander of Hampton,
VA, and Edward McMinds of Elmira; nine grandchildren; one great-grandson;
brother, Frederick McMinds of Newark, DE. Donald graduated from Elkland
High School, Elkland, PA in 1949 and went on to serve in the Army in the
182nd Airborne in Korea. He retired from Corning Glass Works as a machinist
in 1996. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service for
Donald on Monday, November 8th at 10 A.M. in St. Peter and Paul’s Cemetery,
with full military honors. Arrangements have been entrusted to the James
D. Barrett Funeral Home.
MEADE - SWEENEY, Madeline A.
On March 6, 2008, Madeline died peacefully, surrounded by her family,
at the Skilled Nursing Facility in St. Joseph's Hospital. She was the daughter
of Mortimer and Mary Meade of Elmira, New York, and was preceded in death
by her husband Clarence Michael Sweeney, sister Catherine, and brothers
Mortimer and George Meade. For many years Madeline enjoyed working in the
Follow Through program at Diven School as a teacher's assistant. While
there she participated in a march in Washington, D.C., to protest cuts
in education. At age 61, she proudly earned a bachelor's degree in Education
from Elmira College. Her home was always open to all and was usually filled
with the aroma of her wonderful cakes and pies. Her devoted sister Mary
Jane Keenan of Elmira, NY, and sisters-in-law Firmina Wilkins of Pine City,
NY, and Beatrice Sweeney of Weston, MA, survive her. She also leaves behind
her loving children: daughter Michaeline Sweeney of Falls Church, VA, sons,
Martin of Parrish, FL, Timothy of Elmira, NY, Dennis and his wife Bonnie
of Himrod, NY, Paul and his wife Maureen of Elmira, NY, and daughter Kathleen
and her husband Brian Meck of East Syracuse, NY. Her grandchildren include
Martin Sweeney of Chicago, IL, Joseph Sweeney of Washington, D.C., Brian
Sweeney and his fiancée Priscilla Peng of Irvine, CA, Michael Sweeney
and his wife Tara of Bethlehem, PA, John Sweeney and his wife Nicole of
Bothell, WA, Courtney Sweeney, Daniel Sweeney and Sean Sweeney, all of
Elmira, NY. Great-grandchildren Ryan Sweeney, Nicholas Sweeney and Erin
Sweeney also survive her. The family especially appreciates the many nieces
and nephews who spent countless loving hours with her and also the 3rd
floor skilled nursing staff and Deacon George Welch for their devoted care
and attention. Friends and family may call at the McInerny Funeral Home
on Sunday, March 9, 2008, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A prayer service
will take place there on Monday, March 10, 2008, at 11:45 a.m. followed
by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m. in St. Mary's Church. Interment
will follow at St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions
may be made to the Skilled Nursing Facility at St. Joseph's Hospital or
a charity of your choice. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/8/2008.
MEADE - SWEENEY, Madeline A.
Services celebrating Madeline's life were held Monday, March 10, 2008.
A prayer service, led by Father Richard Farrell, was held at 11:45 a.m.
at McInerny Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30
p.m. at St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Father Farrell was the presider, assisted
by Deacon George Welch. The funeral pall was placed on Madeline's casket
by her son Timothy Sweeney, with daughter Kathy Sweeney Meck placing the
crucifix. Scripture readings were given by niece Connie Sweeney and granddaughter
Courtney Sweeney. Deacon Welch read the gospel and delivered the homily.
Father Farrell led the prayers of the faithful. Offertory gifts were presented
by niece Deborah Murray, with her children, Katie, Justin, and Jennifer.
Eucharistic ministers were niece Laurie Sweeney, and family friend Judy
Lown. Remarks of remembrance were given by Madeline's son Paul Sweeney.
Music was led by organist Mary Montanarella and the St. Mary's Resurrection
Choir, with special selections sung by Meghan Mackowiak. Grandsons, Joseph,
Brian, Michael, John, Daniel, and Sean Sweeney were pallbearers. Interment
followed at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. After the graveside service
family and friends gathered at Bernie Murray's for a luncheon and the sharing
of memories.
MECCA - HERKO
Margaret M. Age 87, of Elmira Heights, NY, passed away on Friday, January
12, 2007, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She was born on December
23, 1919 in Dunmore, PA, to the late Anthony and Angeline (Telesco) Mecca.
Margaret was predeceased by her husband, Samuel in 1964; 11 brothers and
sisters; two year old great-granddaughter, Emma Rose Shephard in 2002;
and son-in-law, James Lepkowski in 2005. She is survived by daughters,
Veronica Lepkowski of Pine Valley, Joanne (Larry) Borum of Horseheads,
and Grace (Robert) Shephard of Horseheads; son, Joseph Herko of AZ; grandchildren,
Mary (John) Todzia of Horseheads, Sally (Scott) Cordier of Horseheads,
Cindy (Rob) Friedman of Glen Cove, NY, William (Jenn) Shephard of Big Flats,
Karen Shephard of Horseheads, and Lisa and Christina Herko of AZ; 14 great-grandchildren;
brother-in-law, Joseph Herko of Spencer, NY; best friend, Doris Snyder
of Elmira Heights; dear friends, Ben, Penny and Alicia Burger of Elmira;
along with several nieces and nephews. Margaret was a lifelong member of
St. Charles Borromeo Church. Family and friends are invited to call on
Friday, January 19th, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral
Home. A prayer service will take place there on Saturday, January 20th,
at 8:45 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at St.
Charles Borromeo Church with Father Thomas O'Brien as celebrant. Interment
will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery . The family will provide
their own flowers. Memorial donations in Margaret's name can be made to
American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd., Suite 1010, Rockville, MD 20852;
or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis,
TN 38105.
MEKOS Antoinette "Tusky"
DOMINIKOSKI, Antoinette "Tusky" nee: Mekos - Age 86, of Elmira Heights,
died Wednesday, July 25, 2007, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility.
Survived by a daughter, Pat Carr, Elmira Hgts.; granddaughter, Cathy (Mike)
Pelino, Las Vegas; great-grandchildren, Nicole Edmister, Elmira, Jackie
Pelino, Las Vegas; great-great-granddaughter, Emma Lewis, Horseheads; several
nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend, Bert Gibson. Predeceased by
husband, Edward in 1964; sisters, Mary Mekos, Helen Piecuch, Alice Ridosh;
brothers, Stanley, Alex, George, and Joseph "Red" Mekos. Antoinette was
a communicant of St. Casimir's Church, member of the White Eagles Club,
and retired from Eclipse/Bendix. The family will receive relatives and
friends at the Kalec Funeral Home on Sunday, July 29, from 4-6 p.m. A prayer
service there on Monday at 10:15 a.m. followed by her Mass of Christian
Burial in St. Casimir's Church at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Sts. Peter
& Paul's Cemetery.
MEKOS DENNA MUCCIGROSSO
Formerly of Fulton Street Elmira, NY - Was born December 10, 1938 in
Elmira, NY, passed away very unexpectedly at her home on Orchard Park Road
in Pine City, NY, Monday, July 30, 2007, at the age of 68. Her loving husband
and friend for over 41 years, Nicholas Muccigrosso, predeceased her May
12, 2001. She was also preceded in death by her mother, Anna and Alex Mekos;
stepmother, Florence Stuck; sister-in-law, Rose Marie Vesneske. She is
survived by her son, Anthony "Tony" (Onalee) Muccigrosso of Catlin, NY;
daughter, JoAnn (Robert) Tippins of Albany, NY; son, Michael Muccigrosso
(Nadine Wholeben) of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Nicholas Muccigrosso
of Corning, NY and Cole Tippins and Emilia Tippins of Albany, NY; siblings,
Fred "Butch" (Liz) Southard of Pine City, NY, George (Debbie) Mekos of
West Elmira, NY, Jim (Carol) Southard of Endicott, NY, Mary (Jim) Bush
of Horseheads, NY, Charlotte (Al) McMillan of Helena, MT, Rick (Sue) Southard
of York, PA, Randy (Lynn) Southard of Horseheads, NY; brother-in-laws,
Dan Muccigrosso of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Don Vesneske of Elmira, NY; along
with several nieces, nephews and dear friends, Judy and Ron O'Brien, Frank
and Jeanne Kraft all of Elmira, NY, Bob and Ellen Baker of Horseheads,
NY, and Jean Smith of North Carolina. Deanna was a devoted communicant
of St. Mary's Church. As well as being retired, reading a good book, her
most favorite passion was being a grandma to her three precious grandchildren.
Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.,
1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Friday, August 3, 2007, from 1:00 to 3:00 and
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A Prayer Service conducted by the Reverend Richard Farrell
will be held there on Saturday at 8:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at 9:00 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin Street, Elmira,
NY with Father Farrell, celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Peter and
Paul's Cemetery where Deanna will be laid to rest with her beloved "Nick".
Memorial donations may be directed to a charity of one's choice in her
memory. Published in the Star-Gazette from 7/31/2007 - 8/1/2007.
MELEAD George R.
A longtime resident of Elmira passed away Thursday May 22, 2008 at
the Chemung County Nursing Facility where he had been receiving care at
the age of 93. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral
Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Saturday, May 31, 2008
between the hours of 4-7 p.m. A Monday morning, June 2, 2008 prayer service
will take place at the funeral home at 8:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of
Christian Burial in Sts. Peter & Paul's Church at 9 a.m. Graveside
services in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery will follow. A complete obituary
will be printed in Thursday's edition. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 5/25/2008.
MESSINA Joseph A.
Of Elmira, died Saturday, October 4, 2008, at Arnot Ogden Medical Center.
Joe was born in Carthage, NY, a son of Frank and Josephine Mazzacua Messina.
He is predeceased by his sister, Rose Coletta, and brother, Anthony Messina.
Joe is survived by his sisters, Catherine Carlisi of Rochester, NY, Mary
Lynough of Elmira; sister-in-law, Philomena Messina of Elmira; along with
several nieces and nephews. Joe retired from the Erie-Lackawanna Railroad
after 41 years of service. He was a communicant of Our Lady of Lourdes
Church. Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner
of Water and Walnut Sts., on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 from 9:30 a.m.
to 11:30 a.m. A prayer service will be held at the conclusion of calling
hours, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 noon at Our Lady
of Lourdes Church. Interment will follow at St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/5/2008
MICHALKO Louis
Age 75, of Elmira, NY, passed away Monday, July 16, 2007. He was the
sixth son of the late Wasyl and Anna (Busten) Michalko. Lou was predeceased
by his wife of 46 years, Mary Helen (Sullivan) in 2005; infant children,
Marie and Mark; grandparents, John and Elizabeth (Danilo) Michalko, Louis
and Paraska (Dakiwnsk) Busten and "Nashka" Metro Patrick; godparents, Alexander
Cusick and Frances Ruszack; brothers, Stephen, John, Walter, Nicholas,
William and Stephen Edward; and sister-in-law, Mary Ann (Kopczynski). Louis
is survived by his sons, Louis and wife, Patty (Swain) Michalko, Donald
and wife, Donna (Buck) Michalko; grandchildren, Andrea (Richard) Littlecreek,
Stephanie, Brendan and Mallory Michalko; great-granddaughters, Josie and
Drew Littlecreek; brother, Joseph and wife, Alyce (Wickham) Michalko; sister,
Eileen Milford; sisters-in-law, Helen (Emelski), Vera (Leshko), Stella
(Sovich) and Beverly (Jubinski); brother-in-law, Robert Sullivan; favorite
aunt, Frances; along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. Louis served
his country for four years in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict
and was retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Family and friends are invited
to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave.,
Elmira, on Thursday, July 19th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial service
will be held at 7 p.m. Prayers will be offered at the funeral home on Friday,
July 20th, at 9:30 a.m. followed by his funeral service at 10 a.m. in Holy
Trinity Orthodox Christian Church. Rev. Fr. Jason Kappanadze will officiate.
Committal prayers and interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Lou through donations to
Holy Trinity Orthodox Christian Church or The Lourdes Fund.
MILLER - YOUNGS
Joyce Ann (Miller) Age 69, went to be with her loving Lord on Saturday,
October 13, 2001 at the Robert Packer Hospital after a brief illness. Joyce
was born in Watertown, NY on July 4th, 1932. She was the precious daughter
of the late Clyde and Anna Miller. Joyce is survived by her loving husband
Philip L. Youngs. For many years, they shared a wonderful life together.
She was the loving mother and mother-in-law to; sons and daughters-in-law;
Terry and Bonnie of Pine City, NY, Mark and Karen of Elmira, NY and Richard
and Pam of Elmira, NY. Joyce has 9 fun and loving grandchildren; Kelli,
Kyle, Keith, Kevin, Matthias, Jairus, Seth, Michael and Ryan all of Pine
City and Elmira, NY. All the grandchildren will remember how proud Joyce
was of keeping a stash of goodies just for them. She is also survived by
a very loving sister; Janice of Naples, FL, brothers and sisters-in-law;
Clyde (Georgette) Miller of Watertown, NY, Joseph (Lorraine) Youngs of
New Hampshire; sisters and brothers-in-law; Evelyn (James) Hunt of Brownville,
NY, Arlene (Kenneth) Goodfriend of Brownville, NY, Estella (John) Passage
of Carthage, NY and Alice Andrews of Rutland, NY. Joyce was a graduate
of Corning Community College School of Nursing where she graduated proudly
at the age of 40, with high honors. She is a member of the prestigious
group, Who's Who of American College Women, a collection of outstanding
and successful women of the twentieth century. Joyce also attended Elmira
College to further her education in the Nursing field, which she loved
so much. She grew to have a great deal of confidence and was very accomplished.
She was very proud of her nursing skills and knowledge. Joyce was employed
by St. Joseph's Hospital until 1988. The latter seven years, serving as
an oncology nurse. Upon completion of her career at St. Joseph's, she was
associated with Elmira Heat Treating, the Youngs' family owned business.
Joyce believed in exercise and keeping fit. Her fitness goals were enthusiastically
met each day by taking walks outside and swimming. Both Joyce and her husband
Philip retired in September of 2000 with intentions of traveling and spending
quality time together. Joyce was the kind of mother who thought of her
children first and foremost. She raised her boys and then went back to
school. Joyce was a remarkable mother-in-law who will be remembered for
her love of entertaining and giving her personal touch to everything around
her. In her home, she enjoyed the company of her little dogs that she loved
so much. Joyce's many talents included her ability to decorate and her
keen sense of hospitality. She always wanted anyone and everyone to know
that they were welcome in her home. Her family will always have a collection
of memories to choose from including the parties she hosted for every occasion.
Joyce was truly a friend to people of all ages, affectionately know as
'Nan'. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home,
Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY on Tuesday, October 16th, 2001 from
2-4pm and 7-9pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday,
October 17th, 2001 at 10am at St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin Street, Elmira,
NY.
Prayers of committal will be shared in the St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery
Elmira, NY, immediately following the Mass on Wednesday. The Rev. Timothy
Brennen will officiate. Memorial donations in Joyce A. Youngs name may
be directed to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box #7, East Syracuse,
NY 13057 or to a charity of one's choice.
MINOTTI - LISANO
Angeline Theresa Age 84 of 547 Schuyler Ave, Elmira, NY, Passed away
Saturday, Sept. 1, 2001 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility in Elmira.
Angeline was a Wonderful Homemaker, a Loving and Devoted Mother and Wife.
Surviving are: Sons; Anthony Lisano of Columbia, MD and Richard Lisano,
Jr. of Albany, NY; daughters; Theresa Hubregtse of Hot Springs, SD; Rosina
O'Mahoney of Jacksonville, FL and Margaret Sutherland of Columbia, MD;
8 grandchildren. A brother, Anthony Minotti of Elmira, NY. Several nieces
and nephews. Angeline was predeceased by her husband, Richard Lisano, Sr.
on September 3, 1992; sisters, Margaret Minotti and Cecelia DiLallo; brothers
Francis Minotti Sr., and Serfino Minotti Sr. She was a communicant of St.
Mary's Church. Friends are invited to call Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2001 from
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave, Elmira. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, Sept.
6, 2001 at 9:30 AM at St. Mary's Church (Southside), 224 Franklin St.,
Elmira with Rev. Richard Farrell as celebrant. Interment will be in St.
Peter and Paul's Cemetery, Elmira
MITCHELL, Arnold W.
Age 90, of Millerton, PA, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2008, at
St. Joseph's Hospital. He was born on November 19, 1917 in Millerton, PA
to the late Amasa and Gladys (Button) Mitchell. Arnold was predeceased
by his siblings, Harold Mitchell, Beatrice Holacek, Aletha Binford, Clifford
Mitchell, Virginia Schubert and Hugh Mitchell. Survivors include his wife
of 57 years, Mary Ellen Mitchell of Millerton, PA; son, Stephen Mitchell
of Elmira; daughters, Theresa (Dale) Coon of Horseheads and Regina (Bob)
Felice of Endicott, NY; grandsons, David Graham of Rushville, NY and Joseph
Felice of Endicott, NY. Arnold was a veteran of the US Army during WWII
in the 741st Bomb Squad and 455th Bomb Group. Arnold received the Air Medal
and Four Oak Leaf Clusters after being shot down. He was held as a POW
for 10 months before escaping from the Germans. He was a rural letter carrier
with the Millerton Post Office for 27 years. Arnold was an avid hunter,
fisherman and loved to be in his garden. Family and friends are invited
to attend a Memorial Service for Arnold on Wednesday, June 25th, at 10
a.m. in St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin St., Elmira, NY with Father Richard
Farrell officiating. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery
with Full Military Honors. Arrangements have been entrusted to the James
D. Barrett Funeral Home. Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/22/2008.
MOLA - CURTIN
Mary Mazzarco Formerly of Elmira passed away on Monday morning, February
26, 2007, in Myrtle Beach, SC where she had been residing at the age of
88. Born in Elmira, NY on April 4, 1918. Mary was the daughter of Frank
& Victoria Iannone Mola. Mary is survived by her children Ann &
Les Gilbert, Myrtle Beach, SC; Vickie & John Christofaro, Raleigh,
NC; Fran & Don Ely, Jasper, GA; Peter & Mary Margaret "Peg" Mazzaraco,
Myrtle Beach, SC; eight grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; sisters,
Cie (Nate) Purdy, Elmira, NY; Angie Madell, Elmira, NY; nieces, nephews
and cherished family friends. In addition to her parents, Mary was predeceased
by both of her husbands, Daniel Mazzaraco and Norm Curtin. Mary was a lady
of many interests who enjoyed bowling with her many friends, crocheting
and knitting. She provided a warm and comfortable home. In serving others,
she volunteered at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center and was a parishioner of
St. Mary's Church. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral
Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Sunday, March 4, 2007 between
the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Monday morning prayer service will be held
at Caywood's at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christain 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 Mary will be laid to rest next
to her former husband, Daniel Mazzaraco.
MORICH Metro Age 78, of Elmira Heights, died Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Metro was born September 6, 1928, a son of Frank and Elizabeth Morich. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Eileen Guinane Morich; children, Frank Morich, of Horseheads, with Jolynn Curren, Molly A. Knott of Elmira Heights with husband Charles, and William J. Morich of Horesheads, with Pamela Youngs; grandchildren, Alex Morich, James and Nicole Knott, and Tony and Nicholas Morich; sister and brother-in-law Mary and Arthur Butts; brothers and sisters-in-law, George and Mary Ellen Morich, Sam Morich, and John and Vera Morich; all of Elmira Heights; along with several nieces, nephews and in-laws. Metro was a U.S. Army veteran. He was retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was also co-owner of Morich Furniture. Metro was a member of the Catholic War Vets, American Legion Post #154, Horseheads Elks Lodge #1178 and an associate member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Metro was an avid follower of local car racing. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Thursday, September 21, 2006 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow at 7:15 p.m. Private family interment will be at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Metro's memory may be directed to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105.
MORRELL
James R. Age 82 of Canandaigua and formerly of both Penn Yan and Horseheads
passed away Friday, August 3, 2001 at the Manor at Bethany Village in Horseheads.
His surviving family includes his sons and daughter-in-law, James A. Morrell
of Endicott, NY and Michael L. and Sally Morrell of Clemson, SC; Grandchildren,
Timothy Morrell of Endicott, NY, Andrew Morrell of Staunton, VA, Randy
Morrell of Atlanta, GA, Melissa (Steve) Betz of Clemson, SC and Corey Morrell
of Columbia, SC; three great grandchildren; and brother, John "Jack" (Kay
Parks) Morrell of Elmira, NY. As a career Restaurateur, Mr. Morrell managed
Rosar Grill in Horseheads, The Wagner in Penn Yan and the Restaurants at
Finger Lakes Raceway in Canandaigua. After his retirement there, he was
a Real Estate Broker owning and operating Morrell Real Estate, also in
Canandaigua. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413
So. Main St., Horseheads, NY on Tuesday, August 7, 2001 from 11:00 AM-12:30
PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated, also on Tuesday at 2:00
PM in St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin St., Elmira, NY. Interment will follow
in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. Those wishing may express their sympathy
with memorials to American Diabetes Association, NYS Processing, PO Box
31160, Hartford, CT 06150-1160. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral
home.
MUCCIGROSSO
Nicholas Of Orchard Park Rd. Pine City, NY formerly of Fulton Street,
Elmira. Passed away very unexpectedly Saturday, May 12th, 2001 at home
with his beloved wife, and friend for over 41 years, Deanna by his side.
Also surviving Nick is daughter and son-in-law: JoAnn and Robert Tippins
of Albany, NY; sons and daughters-in-law, Anthony and Onalee of Catlin,
NY and Michael and Nadine Wholeben Muccigrosso of Horseheads, NY; 2 wonderful
grandsons: Nicholas A. Muccigrosso and Cole M. Tippins; sister and brother-in-law:
Rosemarie and Donald Vesneske of Elmira, NY; brother: Daniel Muccigrosso
of San Francisco, CA and Fort Lauderdale, FL along with several nieces
and nephews including a very special niece and nephew Robert and Michelle;
mother-in-law: Florence Stuck of Horseheads, NY and numerous loving in
laws; special friends Pat and Sheila Brady of Elmira, NY. Nick is predeceased
by his father Anthony N. in 1979 and mother Genevieve Cassetta Muccigrosso
in 1988. Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050
Pennsylvania Avenue Elmira, NY on Wednesday, May 16th, 2001 from 2:00-4:00
pm and 7:00-9:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday
morning May 17th, 2001 at 10:00 am at the St. Mary's Church 224 Franklin
Street, Elmira, NY with Reverend Richard Farrell as Celebrant. Nick will
rest in peace at the St. Peter and Pauls Cemetery, Elmira, NY following
the graveside committal prayers. Nick retired as Code enforcement officer
for the City of Elmira, NY after 13 years of loyal service. Nick was a
communicant of St. Mary's Church on the Southside and he loved collecting
antique toys and many other collectibles. He was and avid NY Giants fan
who loved to travel with wife and friend Deanna. Together they loved their
many fruitful and not so fruitful trips to Las Vegas, NV. Nick was known
for his quick wit, and one-liners. Everyone who knew Nick always enjoyed
his sense of humor. He will be missed by many. He was a loving husband,
father, and grandfather and brother who brought out the best in his family.
MURDOCK, Burton C.
Age 78, of Elmira, died unexpectedly on Thursday, May 29, 2008. Burt
was born January 23, 1930. He is predeceased by his wife Mari Murdock,
granddaughter Joelle Murdock, sister Darlene Dye, brothers, Jerry and Gene
Murdock. Burt is survived by his children, with their spouses, Marshall
and Mary Murdock, Gilda Murdock, Robert and Theresa Murdock, Teresa and
Louis Lodico, Patty and James Carozza, and Jackie Murdock, all of Elmira;
grandchildren, Marci, Julie, Ben, Joe, Rainey, Michael, Tom, Laura, Max,
Walt, and Mike; brother and sister-in-law, Ernie and Donna Murdock of Williamsburg,
VA; along with several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews,
and many close friends in Elmira and Holiday, FL. Burt was employed with
American Bridge for 11 years prior to working for the City of Elmira as
a firefighter. He retired from the city after almost 30 years of service.
Burt enjoyed his winters in Holiday, FL, returning to Elmira each spring.
Summer vacations were spent at Nags Head, NC with his children and their
families, a time spent eating, laughing, swimming, and eating some more.
Burt kept busy with his various woodworking projects. He was a member of
the American Legion Post #443 in Elmira and also of the American Legion
Post in Holiday. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of
Water and Walnut Sts., on Friday, May 30, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, May 31, 2008 at the funeral home
at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
Donations in Burt's memory may be directed to SPCA, Route 352, Elmira,
NY 14903. Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/30/2008.
MURPHY Eugene T. "Murph"
Age 75, of Elmira, died Thursday, April 26, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital.
Murph was born April 2, 1932, the son of the late Eugene A. and Anna Sullivan
Murphy. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Joan Bacon Murphy;
children, with their families: Therese A. and David Andrews of Elmira,
with sons, Jeffrey and Jeremy; Joseph M. and Margaret Murphy of Chittenango,
NY, with daughters, Megan and Kathryn; Michael J. and Christina Murphy
of Elmira, with sons, Nathan and Cameron; Catherine M. and John Skordynski
of Pine City, with children, Michael and Mara; Patrick J. and Barbara Ann
Murphy of Chemung, with sons, Liam and Declan; and Kevin J. and Julia Murphy
of Elmira, with children, Lauren and Connor. Also surviving are brothers-in-law
and sisters-in-law, John W. and Elaine Bacon of Smyrna, TN, James R. and
Ann Bacon of Amarillo, TX, Joseph R. and Carmel Bacon of Plainville, CT,
Jean and James Krystof of Lowell, MA; and long time best friend, David
F. Kane of Horseheads. Murph was retired from the Elmira Correctional Facility
after 38 years of service. An outdoorsman he loved to hunt and fish. Murph
was also an Elmira Jackals fan. He was a long time communicant of St. Casimir's
Church. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and
Walnut Sts., on Sunday, April 29, 2007 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A prayer
service will be held at the funeral home on Monday, April 30, 2007 at 10:15
a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at St. Casimir's
Church. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations
in Murph's memory may be directed to Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, P O
Box 27106, New York NY 10087-7106 or Joslin Diabetes Center, 600 Fitch
Street, Elmira NY 14905. A special thank you to Dr. Brian Cassetta for
the exceptional care he gave to Murph. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 4/28/2007.
MURRAY - BRENNAN, Rita M. Murray
Age 78, of Horseheads, NY, formerly of Sayre, PA, went to be with her
Lord and Savior on Monday, April 28, 2008, following an extended illness.
Rita was a member of the Church of the Epiphany, Sayre, for over 55 years
and after moving to Horseheads in 2003 became a member of SS Peter and
Paul Catholic Church, Elmira, NY. Surviving are her ten children, daughters,
Ellen Brennan, Cathleen Brennan, Jeanette (David) Potter, Mary (Randall)
Davis, Patty Brennan and her life partner, Patti McGory, Maureen (Tom)
Grace, sons, Thomas Jr. and Maryann Brennan, Martin Brennan, Henry Brennan,
Joseph and Sylvia Brennan; twelve grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, May 2, 2008, at 11
a.m. at the Church of the Epiphany, Sayre, with the Rev. William Karl as
celebrant. The family will receive friends Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at
the Alteri-Bowen Funeral Home, 314 Desmond St.., Sayre, PA. Interment will
be in SS Peter and Paul Cemetery, N. Towanda Twp., PA. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 4/30/2008.
MUSSER Gerald Alvin, Of Elmira, NY, Age 79, died on Holy Monday,
March 24, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital surrounded by loving family. Gerald
was born December 28, 1928 in Selinsgrove, PA, to the late Evelyn (Gemberling)
and Harvey Musser. His stepfather, Leonard Galloway in 2000; and stepsister,
Janice Galloway Gonzalez in 2002, predeceased him. Gerald is survived by
his loving wife of 62 years, Elizabeth Fitz Gerald Musser; children, Stephen
(Shelly) Musser of Warner Robins, GA, Patricia (Donald) Campanelli of Elmira,
NY, Evelien (David) Shannon of Charlestown, IN, Gerry (Brenda) Musser of
Brunswick, ME, Charlie Musser of Elmira, NY; grandchildren, Gerald Francis
and Michael Christopher Musser, Knowles and Lindsey Collins, Shelly Ann
Kirby, Vanessa Ray Musser, Justin (Kelli) Musser and Susann Musser; great-grandchildren,
Madison Nickole Musser, Lanni Grey and Joe Tyler Kirby, and Darius Jividin;
along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. Gerald retired from General
Electric after 35 years as a pattern and mold maker for trade. He enjoyed
playing cards at AARP with many friends and also prepared taxes for AARP.
He had a creative mind with numbers and doing structural projects such
as building the family boat or working on motorcycles. He loved traveling
out of state to visit family and friends. Family and friends are invited
to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira,
NY 14904, on Thursday, March 27, 2008, from 10:00 to 12:00 (noon). The
Reverend Jeffery Tunnicliff will celebrate George's service at 12:00 noon.
Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Memorial donations
may be directed to a charity of one's choice. Thank you. The
Musser family wishes to express gratitude to Dr. Lewis and the nurses on
2-D and ICU at St. Joseph's Hospital. Also special thanks to Deacon George
Welch and Reverend Bern Lytle for their prayers and support. Thank you
to the ladies at the Wesleyan Church for the donation of food to feed family
and friends.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/26/2008.
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