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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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NAGL
Sister Ann T., O.P. Of the Dominican Monastery of Mary the Queen, 1310
West Church Street, Elmira, NY, died on Saturday, May 21, 2005, at age
75. She is predeceased by her parents, Magdalena and Frank Nagl; and her
three brothers, Frank, William and Michael; and two sisters, Katharine
and Mary. She is survived by the members of her community; and numerous
nieces and nephews. Sr. Ann originally entered the Monastery of Corpus
Christi in Bronx, New York, on August 22, 1948 and transferred to Elmira
in 1991. Since coming to Elmira she has served on the Monastery Council
and as Infirmarian. Friends may visit the Monastery Chapel to pay their
respects on Tuesday, May 24th, from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. There will be a Vigil
Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated
in the Monastery Chapel on Wednesday, May 25th, at 10:30 a.m. Interment
will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Friends who wish to do
so may send Memorial Contributions to The Monastery or Southern Tier Hospice.
Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family.
NAGLE - BAUER
Helen F. Of Elmira, died at her home on Wednesday, June 22, 2005. Helen
was born October 4, 1923, a daughter of Michael and Nellie Considine Nagle.
She is predeceased by her husbands, Rick O'Hara and Adolph "Andy" Bauer,
son William Joe O'Hara, sister Kay Nagle and brother William Nagle. Helen
is survived by many good friends She worked for Iszard's Department Store
before going to work for SCT BOCES, from where she retired. Helen enjoyed
silk flowers and colorful glass and loved to incorporate those into the
décor of her home. She was a long time communicant of St. Mary's
Church. Helen was a loving and compassionate person to all those she met.
Friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, June 25,
2005 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter & Paul's Church. Interment will follow
at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
NARDE, Mr. Angelo J., of 1133 Conklin St. Monday Dec. 24, 1973. Friends are invited to call at the Hughes & Sons Funeral Home, 1880 Davis St. Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayer services at the funeral home Thursday 9:15 a.m. followed by funeral Mass of the Ressurection St. Patrick’s Church, 10 a.m. Burial in St. Peter & Paul’s Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Georgia M. (DeMember) Narde, sons, William C. Narde of Hyde Park, N.Y., John J. Narde and Thomas E. Narde, both of Elmira; daughters, Mrs. Carroll (Mary Ann) Rogers, Mrs. Charles (Betty) Ponzi, Mrs. Charles (Joan) Ruhmel, all of Elmira; brothers, Dominic Narde of Elmira Heights and John Narde of Corning, 27 grandchildren, one great-grandson, several nieces and nephews. He was a retired employee of General Electric Foundry, a member of the Quarter Century Club of General Electric and a communicant of St. Patrick’s Church.
NELCOSKI, Walter L., age 64, of 109 W. Chemung Pl., Elmira, Friday, August 3, 1973. Friends may call at the Kalec Funeral Home Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Monday 9:30 a.m. from the funeral home followed by Mass of the Resurrection at 10 a.m. in St. Peter and Paul’s Church. Burial St. Peter and Paul’s Cemetery. Survived by wife, Mary Lou Trader melcoski; brother, Joseph of Zephyr Hills, Florida; sisters, Mrs. James (Veronica) McCrone of Chemung, Mrs. George (Mary) Beebe of Elmira, Mrs. Roy (Margaret) Faleide of Orlando, Florida; Mrs. Albert (Agatha) Scriver of Elmira; several nieces and nephews. Mr. Nelcoski was a printer at the Elmira Star-Gazette for 45 years and a member of the International Typographical Union No. 19.
NELSON James W. Age 81, of Elmira, NY. He was born July 5, 1924 in Elmira, son of the late John P. and Genevieve (Mold) Nelson and passed away Thursday, September 22, 2005, peacefully, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Doris M. (Genung) Nelson; daughter, Kathleen; son and daughter-in-law, Dan and Shelli, with daughter, Logan Rachel, all of Elmira; sister, Mary (Tex) Nelson of Elmira Heights; sisters-in-law, Marjorie Tower of Elmira and Irene Smith of Millerton, PA; along with several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dorothy and Ward Genung; sisters and brothers-in-law, Florence and Edward Mathews, Louise and James Graham; brother-in-law, Wilbur Smith. Jim retired from the Elmira City Fire Department in 1983 after 29 years of service. He was a veteran of WWII, serving with the United States Navy, and retired as Chief Petty Officer with the United States Naval Reserve. Jim will be most remembered for his lifelong devotion to youth sports in Elmira. He is a member of the Elmira Sports Hall of Fame, spent more than 40 years working with the Elmira Small Fry youth sports program as a coach and then league president. He is a past president of Huck Finn Little League and the founder of the Louie's League T-Ball League. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, September 25th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, September 26th, at 9:30 a.m. in Ss. Peter & Paul Church, Rev. Walter L. Wainwright, Celebrant. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Ss. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. The family would like to extend special thanks to the 5th floor nursing care staff at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Those wishing may remember Jim through donations to the Alzheimer's Association or the charity of one's choice.
NICHOLS Joseph "Artie" Sr.
Loving husband, father and grandfather
Age 61, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Friday, January 18, 2008, at
home surrounded by his family. Artie is survived by his wife, Aggie (Fusare)
Nichols, with whom on February 3, 2008 he would have celebrated his 40th
wedding anniversary. He is also survived by children, Joseph Arthur Jr.
(Julie) Nichols, Shelly (Howard Sr.) Henry, and Jen (John) Wandell; grandchildren,
Kara and Howard Jr. Henry, John, Joshua, Jacob Jaki, and Jessica Wandell,
Sammie, Megan and Katie Nichols; mother and father-in-law, Frank and Mary
Theresa Fusare; brother and sister-in-law, Donne and Michele Nichols and
their children, Scott (Theresa), Patrick, Robert, and Kimberly (Craig);
aunt, Joanne Nichols; and uncle, Bill Jones. His grandparents, Walter and
Inez Nichols; parents, Donald "Hap" and MaryLou Nichols; uncle, Harold
"Babe" Nichols; aunt, Shirley Jones; and grandmother, Ruth Jones predeceased
him. Artie served in the Army Reserves and retired from the Town of Southport
Highway Department. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved
to watch a good western movie, along with being an avid NASCAR fan. But
his true joy in life was his grandchildren, who he adored. Family and friends
are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave.,
Southport, on Monday, January 21, 2008, from 1:00 to 3:00 and 6:00 to 8:00
p.m., with Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. in St. Mary's
Church, 224 Franklin St. Artie's brother-in-law, Father Frank Fusare, will
celebrate the Mass. Followed by graveside service in St. Peter & Paul's
Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Those wishing may make memorials to Southern Tier
Hospice & Palliative Care, 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830,
in Artie's memory. Published in the Star-Gazette on 1/20/2008.
NIXON ALICE I CROWE
Alice I. - Age 90, of Elmira, died Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at St. Joseph's
Hospital. Alice was born in Elmira on December 13, 1916, a daughter of
James and Kathryn Roughan Nixon. She is predeceased by her husband, Edward
Crowe; sons, James and Larry Crowe; and grandson, Edward VanHorn. Alice
is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Gerald M. and Marie Crowe
of Montour Falls, and George K. Crowe of Elmira; daughter and son-in-law,
Helen E. and William VanHorn of Pine City; 3 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren;
along with several nieces and nephews. Alice was a 1938 graduate of Elmira
College. She married Edward Crowe in 1939 and together they raised 4 sons
and a daughter. Alice enjoyed traveling and was an avid reader. She loved
going out to eat with "The Girls." Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral
Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Thursday, July 12, 2007 from
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday,
July 13, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Interment will
follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. The family will provide flowers.
Donations in Alice's memory may be directed to a charity of one's choice.
NIZIOLEK - CASTELLO
Genevieve G. (Niziolek) Of Elmira, NY She was born in Savona, NY, daughter
of the late John and Frances Niziolek, and passed away Saturday, May 5,
2001 after a brief illness. She was predeceased by her husband, James A.
Castello, Jr., on February 27, 1993. She is survived by her daughters and
son-in-law, Carol and Dennis Negri of Big Flats and Patricia Castello of
Brooklyn, NY; son and daughter-in-law, James A. and Kendra Castello of
Elmira; sisters, Mary Pollack of Chicago, IL, Rose Smolos and Virginia
Jacobus, both of Hammondsport, NY; special nieces and nephews as well as
kind and thoughtful neighbors. Mrs. Castello was a communicant of St. Mary's
Church. She retired from Iszard's Department Store. Family and friends
are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Monday, May 7th from
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. Prayer Service will be held there on Tuesday, May
8th at 10:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM in St.
Mary's Church, Rev. Richard Farrell, Celebrant. Interment will follow in
St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may
be directed to the Chemung County Humane Society, S.P.C.A., 2435 State
Route 352, Elmira, NY 14903, in her memory.
NIZIOLEK - CASTELLO
Genevieve G. (Niziolek) Of Elmira, NY She was born in Savona, NY, daughter
of the late John and Frances Niziolek, and passed away Saturday, May 5,
2001 after a brief illness. She was predeceased by her husband, James A.
Castello, Jr., on February 27, 1993. She is survived by her daughters and
son-in-law, Carol and Dennis Negri of Big Flats and Patricia Castello of
Brooklyn, NY; son and daughter-in-law, James A. and Kendra Castello of
Elmira; sisters, Mary Pollack of Chicago, IL, Rose Smolos and Virginia
Jacobus, both of Hammondsport, NY; special nieces and nephews as well as
kind and thoughtful neighbors. Mrs. Castello was a communicant of St. Mary's
Church. She retired from Iszard's Department Store. Family and friends
are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Monday, May 7th from
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. Prayer Service will be held there on Tuesday, May
8th at 10:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM in St.
Mary's Church, Rev. Richard Farrell, Celebrant. Interment will follow in
St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may
be directed to the Chemung County Humane Society, S.P.C.A., 2435 State
Route 352, Elmira, NY 14903, in her memory.
NOONAN John DeWayne
WWII Veteran - Was born December 29, 1920 in Elmira, NY, the son of
the late Laffette and Jeanette (Winkle) Moseson, passed away unexpectedly
on Monday, October 13, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center at the age
of 87. His loving wife of 45 years, Dorothy E. Noonan, predeceased him.
John was a faithful communicant of the former St. Cecilia's Church and
most recently St. Peter & Paul's Church. After twenty years in the
restaurant business, John went to work for an international insurance company,
where he became a manager and a teacher in Albany and Chicago. He retired
from Combined Life Insurance after 21 years of dedicated service. John
was very involved in Veterans organizations. He was the past Commander
of S/Sgt. Jack Swan Disabled American Chapter #13, past Commander of the
Rex Field Post #901 Veterans of Foreign Wars, past Seam Squirrel (commander)
of the Military Order of The Cootie Pup Tent #35 (an honorary unit of the
V.F.W.), past Commander of the Harry B. Bentley Post #443 of the American
Legion, and past Commander of the Chemung County Veterans Council. He was
also a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #941. While serving
proudly in the Army from 1942 to 1946, John received the prestigious Purple
Heart, the Bronze Star, and was also the recipient of the Conspicuous Service
Cross. He also received the following medals while serving his country:
the American Service Medal, European African-Middle Eastern Service Medal,
the Good Conduct Medal, and the WWII Victory Medal. He recently was presented
a plaque from the American Legion for his honorary service during WWII.
John won many awards for ballroom dancing and loved music. He was a boxer,
loved tennis and was very fond of sports cars. He loved all animals, especially
his "grandchildren", Deb's dogs. He also enjoyed playing shuffleboard,
pool and darts. Above all else, he loved ice cream, with his favorite being
peanut butter cup. He never said a bad word about anyone and had a wonderful
sense of humor. He will be missed but never forgotten. John is survived
by his loving daughter, Deborah J. Noonan, RN and her husband, Mark Williams,
who reside in Ithaca, NY; nephews, John and Jim Gray; niece, Barbara Woodard
and children; along with five stepchildren and many step grandchildren,
especially, Maurisa, Kristofer, Philecia and Philip Jr. (PJ); his very
best friend and 11 year partner, Hazel Foster. Family and friends are invited
to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira,
NY, on Saturday, October 18, 2008, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Funeral services
honoring his life will be held there at 5:30 p.m. The Reverend Walter Wainwright
will celebrate John's services. Interment will take place on Monday, October
20, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery, Elmira, NY,
where the Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad, of which John was a proud
member, will accord Mr. Noonan Military Honors. Memorial donations may
be directed to the Falck Cancer Center or to the SPCA. Envelopes will be
available at the funeral home. LODGE NOTICES - Officers and
members of the Rex Field V.F.W. Post #901 will meet at the funeral home,
Saturday evening at 5:00 p.m. to conduct a service for our dear departed
brother. Signed, Jerry Lenox Officers and members of the American Legion
Post #443 will meet at the funeral home, Saturday evening at 5:15 p.m.
to conduct a service for our dear departed brother. Signed, Bob Batchen.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 10/15/2008 - 10/16/2008
NORRIS JEANNETTE A. MATUSKO
Jeannette A longtime resident of the Webb Mills community passed away
Friday morning, September 8, 2006 at the Arnot-Ogden Medical Center following
a lengthy illness at the age of 72 with her family at her side. Born on
June 2, 1934 in Elmira, Jeannette was the daughter of Seth L. & Mabel
Clearwater Norris. She was a homemaker who enjoyed collecting antiques.
Jeannette was a devoted mother and grandmother who took great pride in
raising her sons who survive and cherish her memory. Anthony & Lynette
Matusko of Georgia and Patrick Matusko of New York; three grandchildren
Jason, Amber and Andrew Matusko; sisters and brothers-in-law, her twin,
Shirley & Eugene Woychak; and Charlotte & Laverne Rose; a sister-in-law,
Betty Lou Austin; and a brother-in-law, Lester Montayne along with several
nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Her beloved son, Timothy
and her husband, Martin both predeceased her. In honoring her wishes all
services will be handled privately with the Reverend William Vallet officiating.
The interment will take place in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Her family
would like to thank the staff of 4D at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center for the
wonderful care given to Jeannette while she was in your care. May God bless
each of you.
NOVAKOWSKI John J. Age 47, of Level Acres Dr., Horseheads, NY. He was born June 29, 1959 in Elmira, son of the late Lester and Rosemary (Collson) Novakowski and passed away Friday, January 5, 2007, unexpectedly at home. He is survived by his brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles and Deborah of Elmira, William and Judy of Trinity, NC, Raymond and LeeAnn of Wellsburg, Andrew of Elmira Heights and Robert of Prattsburg, NY; nieces and nephews, Anthony Amber, Shawn, Raychel, Katie, Samantha, Carol, Rosemary, Ellie and Joshua Novakowski. John was formerly employed with P & C Foods, Kmart, both in Horseheads, and was currently employed with Burlington Coat Factory at Arnot Mall and Convenient Mart in Horseheads. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Wednesday, January 10th from 7 to 8 p.m. His funeral service will follow at 8 p.m. Interment will take place in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
NOVICK - HALL, Veronica M.
Age 91, of the Chemung County Nursing Facility, formerly of Sullivan
St., died at the Arnot-Ogden Medical Center April 5, 2007. She is survived
by daughter, Jacqueline Ciarrocca, Elmira; son, Robert A. (Elizabeth) Hall,
Horseheads; daughter-in-law, Esther Hall, Elmira; grandchildren, Catherine
Hall, Attorneys Rebecca (Scott) Bylewski, Robin (Tim) Stewart, Lesia (Paul)
Park, Jeffrey Hall, Doctors David (Carol) Hall; ten great-grandchildren;
sister, Charlotte Specchio, Elmira; sister-in-law, Dorene Novick, Elmira;
brother-in-law, Charles Hall, Elmira; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Veronica was predeceased by her husband, James Hall Sr.; son, James Jr.;
granddaughter, Karen; brother, Henry Novick. Veronica was a communicant
of Sts. Peter & Paul Church and a retired employee of Arnot-Ogden Medical
Center. Family will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral
Home Tuesday, April 10th, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayer service there Wednesday
at 9:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Sts. Peter &
Paul's Church at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Sts. Peter & Paul's
Cemetery.
NOVITSKI Veronica N
COTTRELL Veronica N. nee: Novitski Of Bethany Manor, Horseheads, died
Monday, March 6, 2006. Survived by several nephews and nieces, including
Joseph (Connie) Stachowski, Elmira, Mimi Stachowski, Collegeville, PA,
Diana (Raymond) Stewart, Hansen, NJ, and Marilyn Stachowski, Lawencevile,
GA; several great-nieces, nephews, great-great-nieces and nephews. Predeceased
by parents, Helen and Martin Nowicki; sisters, Valeria Bush, Leona Novitski,
Clara Metcalf, Martha Stachowski and Agatha Stewart; brother, Frank. Veronica
was a communicant of St. Casimir's Church, and a former bookkeeper for
Innovative Manufacturing. Donations may be made in her memory to St. Casimir's
Church. There will be no calling hours but relatives and friends are invited
to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Casimir's Church on Friday,
March 10th, at 10:00 a.m. followed by her burial at Sts. Peter & Paul's
Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at Bethany Manor, especially
those in skilled nursing II, for their loving care and kindness. Arrangements
have been entrusted to the Kalec Funeral Home.
O'BRIEN
Carol C. Age 64 of 294 Hibbard Road, Horseheads, NY passed away on
Saturday, September 8 , 2001 at home. Carol was born March 25, 1937 in
Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Dr. Gerald and Mrs. Dorothy Wanamaker
Connelly. Carol received her Bachelor's Degree and her Masters Degree from
Elmira College . She was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa at Elmira College.
Carol was a retired school teacher with the Athens School District. Carol
cherished her family and enjoyed traveling, arts & crafts, sewing,
knitting and gardening. She is survived by Joseph S. Ross. Carol is also
survived by her loving children: Timothy and Allison O'Brien Jr. of Crofton,
MD, Kathleen O'Brien of East Longmeadow, MA, Patrick O'Brien of Japan,
Daniel O'Brien of Steamboat Springs, CO, Aileen and Peter McEvoy of Waverly,
NY and Erin and Nebe Akosa of Jacksonville, Florida. Carol is also survived
by Joe's son, Carl Ross; eight wonderful grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law,
Gerald and Marjorie Connelly of Elmira, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins,
and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call
at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Mill St. & Grand Central Ave.,
Horseheads, NY on Monday, September 10, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Prayer
Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, September 11, 2001
at 8:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM in St. Peter
& Paul's Church in Elmira, NY. The Rev. Pat Connor will be the Celebrant
of Carol's Funeral Mass. Interment in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery in
Elmira, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing
may remember Mrs. O'Brien through memorials to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751
East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830 or The American Cancer Society, 627
W. Church St., Elmira, NY 14905-2427.
O’BRIEN Patricia
SECHRIST Patricia O'Brien Age 87, of Elmira, loving mother, grandmother
and great-grandmother, passed away at home on Thursday, March 30, 2006,
with her family at her side. Always proud of her Irish lineage, it was
fitting that Pat was born on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 1919. She was
the daughter of the late Dennis J. and Grace Conners O'Brien. After Pat's
father died suddenly in 1924, while the family was living in Rochester,
her mother rejoined relatives in Elmira, where she bought a home and raised
her two small children. Pat and her husband, Bodine, began their courtship
before WWII. During the war, while he served in Europe and the Aleutian
Islands, Bodine's parents, Edwin L. and Nettie G. Sechrist, welcomed Pat
into their lives, sharing many dinners, outings and evenings of entertainment,
as evidenced by the hundreds of photos taken by his father during that
time period. Pat and Bodine were married on February 17, 1945 at Fort Benning,
GA, surrounded by a small gathering of family and friends who had made
the trip by train to attend the wedding. Following the war the couple settled
into the family home where Pat grew up, and it was in this same home that
they raised their family of three, cared for numerous Catholic Charities
foster children in the 50's, and where Pat remained until her death. Lifelong
sweethearts and constant companions, Pat and Bodine were married just 10
days short of 49 years when he passed away unexpectedly in February 1994.
Her great-grandchildren became the joys of Pat's life, and she was excited
to be able to meet the youngest just shortly before her death. In addition
to Bodine and her parents, Pat was predeceased by her sister Grace Vaughan,
Bodine's parents and his brother Edwin G. Sechrist. She is survived by
her children and their families: son and daughter-in-law Michael and Gloria
Sechrist of San Antonio, TX, with their children Laura and Mike; daughter
and son-in-law, Claire and Frank Rhodes of Elmira, with their son, Christopher;
and son and daughter-in-law Edwin and Dawn Sechrist, of Elmira, with daughters,
Jamie with Tito and baby Alex of Panama, and Nancy, with Ethan and their
children Anna and Quentin, who shared the family home with Pat and helped
care for her in her final years. She is also survived by her cousin Margaret
Harradine of Ontario, NY and her family; sister-in-law Paula Sechrist of
Horseheads; brother-in-law William Vaughan of Deltona, FL; along with several
nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the wonderful nurses and
staff from Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative Care, especially Cindy
King who truly became a part of the family, for the loving care they provided
Mom in her final months. Friends may call at McInerny Funeral Home, corner
of Water and Walnut Sts., on Sunday, April 2, 2006 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00
p.m. A funeral service will follow at 3:15 p.m. Interment will be in St.
Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
in Pat's memory to either: Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative Care, 11751
E. Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830 or Ss. Peter and Paul Church, 161 High
Street, Elmira, NY 14901.
OBUHANICH - O'NEIL
Florence Marie Age 78, of Elmira, died Wednesday, February 7, 2007
at St. Joseph's Hospital. Flossie was born December 10, 1928, a daughter
of the late Stephen and Beatrice (Pierce) Obuhanich. Flossie is also predeceased
by her husband, Harry E. O'Neil, son, Patrick D. O'Neil, several brothers
and sisters; and beloved feline friend, Valentino. She is survived by her
children, with their families, Kevin M. and Lisa O'Neil of Brighton, MI
with children, Michael, Kelly and Katie; Colleen M. and Daniel Schmidt
of Elmira, with sons, Jeremy and Mathew; Barbara A. and Michael Rich of
Elmira, with sons, Michael and Patrick; and Joseph P. O'Neil, with Melinda
Carpenter, of Elmira; sister, Irene Macarowski of Warrington, PA; brother
and sister-in-law, Harold and Millie Obuhanich of Doylestown, PA; sisters-in-law,
Florence Obuhanich and Ann Obuhanich, both of Elmira; along with several
nieces, nephews, and wonderful neighbors. Flossie's family was her life.
She loved playing cards with her children and grandchildren, always enjoying
the poker games held at her house. Flossie was widely known as being a
great "sandbagger". Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral
Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Friday, February 9, 2007 from
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home
on Saturday, February 10, 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 Flossie's memory may be
directed to the American Cancer Society, 1316 College Avenue, Elmira NY
14901. Flossie's family gives special thanks to Dr. Edward Foster and the
nursing staffs on the 5th floor Skilled Unit and 2D at St. Joseph's Hospital,
for the wonderful care given their mother.
O'DELL - TURRELL
Mary O. Age 78 of 10 1/2 Riberolle Street, Wellsboro, PA, died December
26, 2001 at Solders and Sailors memorial Hospital. She was born July 16,
1923 in Richland Center, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late Alvin M. and
Genevieve A. Reed O'Dell. She was a 1940 graduate of Wellsboro high School,
1943 graduate of Philadelphia General Hospital, School of Nursing and a
1968 gradate of the University of Pennsylvania. She was a registered nurse
for the Pennsylvania Department of Health for over forty years, and Supervisor
of County Health Services. Mary was a member of St. Peter's Roman Catholic
Church and Past Member of the Pennsylvania Society for Crippled Children.
She was a U.S. Army Veteran, Nurse Corps, during World War II. Surviving
are brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert (Louise) O'Dell, Seabrook Island,
SC, John (Mary) O'Dell, West Chester, PA and Jerome (Louise) O'Dell, Elmira,
NY; sister and brother-in-law, Donna (Howard) Merrill, Meridan, CO; 13
nieces and nephews and several grand nieces and nephews. In addition to
her parents, she was predeceased by one sister, Patricia Muessig and one
nephew, Jeffrey M. O'Dell. Friends may call at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral
Home, a "Life Celebration Home", 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA on Friday,
December 29, 2001 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. A Wake Service will be held at
8:30 PM. Funeral service to be held Saturday, December 29, 2001 at 10:00
AM at St. Peter's Catholic Church, central Avenue, Wellsboro, PA with Father
Michael J. Sullivan officiating. Burial at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the September 11th Disaster
Relief Fund, c/o American Red Cross.
O'HARA - HYDE
Agnes R. Age 89, formerly of Elmira, died Monday, October 10, 2005
at Bethany Manor. Agnes was born April 11, 1916, the youngest child of
Matthew and Mary (McGrath) O'Hara. She is predeceased by her husband F.
Russell Hyde and all of her siblings. Agnes is survived by her son and
daughter-in-law J. Russell and Lois Hyde of Elmira; nieces and nephews,
Eugene (Kit) McDonald of Easton, PA, Joan McDonald McGrath of Amherst,
NY, Mary Ellen McDonald (Bill) Walke of St. Michael's, MD, Leo Grumley,
and Dale (Mary Ann) Gumley, all of Canandaigua, NY; along with several
great and great-great nieces and nephews. Agnes was a sales clerk for Deister
and Butler Jewelers for a number of years. A very devout Catholic, she
was a long time communicant of St. John the Baptist Church and currently
with Ss. Peter & Paul Church. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral
Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Wednesday, October 12, 2005 from
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday,
October 13, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Church. Interment
will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Agnes' memory
may be directed to Ss. Peter & Paul Church, 161 High Street, Elmira,
New York 14901. A special thank you for the loving and exceptional care
given to Agnes by the Staff of Skilled 3 at Bethany Manor.
O'HARA - COLLINS
Rose Marie Of Elmira, NY died Friday, November 18, 2005 at St. Joseph's
Hospital. Rose Marie was born December 11, 1927, the daughter of James
W. and Augusta (Fromm) O'Hara. In addition to her parents, she is also
predeceased by her brother James O'Hara. Rose Marie is survived by her
husband James E. Collins; son Edward F. Collins of Annandale, VA; daughter
Eileen M. Collins of Houston TX with husband J. Patrick Youngs and children
Bridget and Luke; daughter Margaret A. Conklin of Orlando FL with husband
Edward and children Theodore, Katie, Andrew and Kevin; son James J. Collins
of Elmira with wife Angela and children Karissa Rose and Maximilian; niece
Mary Kay Morin and nephew John O'Hara both of San Antonio TX. Rose Marie
was a stenographer for the Elmira Correctional Facility for 27 years before
retiring and going to work for the Elmira Police Department as a clerk
in the Records Department. She was an avid bingo player and enjoyed league
bowling for many years. Rose Marie loved the time she was able to spend
with her grandchildren. Friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial
on Wednesday, November 23, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Church.
Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in
Rose Marie's memory may be directed to St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation,
555 E. Market Street, Elmira, New York 14901. Arrangements by McInerny
Funeral Home.
O'HERRON Frances A.
Services celebrating Fran's life were held Thursday, December 27, 2007.
A prayer service 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. Patrick's Church. Father
Walter Wainwright was the presider, assisted by altar server, Bob Lagonegro.
Music was led by organist, Bob Walsh and the Msgr. John J. Lee Division
of the Ancient Order of Hibernians Choir. Fran's brother and sister-in-law,
Joseph and Geroma O'Herron, sister-in-law, Kathryn O'Herron, and niece,
Kathleen O'Herron placed the funeral pall on her casket, with niece, Kathleen
Lawrence placing the crucifix. Nieces, Connie O'Herron and Laura Lindgren
gave the readings. Father Wainwright read the Gospel and delivered the
homily. Prayers of the faithful were led by Kathleen Lawrence. Offertory
Gifts were presented by nieces, Amy, Kacey, Katy, and Tina O'Herron. Eucharistic
Ministers were Geroma O'Herron, Kathleen O'Herron, and Bob Lagonegro. Niece,
Betsy Tolbert gave the eulogy and a final prayer of thanksgiving was given
by Kathryn O'Herron. Interment and committal prayers followed at St. Peter
& Paul's Cemetery. Pallbearers were nephews, Daniel, Mark, John, Chris,
Tim, Marc, Michael O'Herron, and Larry Lawrence. Family and friends gathered
at Mandell's for a luncheon after the graveside service. Fran's family
would like to acknowledge Dr. Mauri and his staff for the great perseverance,
kindness, and compassion shown to Fran. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 12/28/2007.
O'HERRON Lawrence M. "Larry of The Lake"
Age 63, of Hammondsport, NY passed away Tuesday night, January 29,
2008, after a very difficult battle with cancer. With family by his side
at the Robert Packer Hospital, Larry left this earth peacefully. He was
born April 22, 1944, the son of the late Lawrence G. and Ann Polak O'Herron.
Larry is survived by his wife, Gordana Prelic of Chicago, IL, with her
son, Emil; daughter, Christina O'Herron of Painted Post; son and daughter-in-law,
Kevin and Lisa Golas of New Tripoli, PA; 3 grandsons, Liam, Brandon, and
Rian; and sister and brother-in-law, Roseann and David Converse of Buffalo,
NY, with their children. Larry was a retired NYS Corrections Officer. He
served his country in the U.S. Army during the 1960's and was stationed
in Korea and various countries in Europe, assigned as a dental assistant
working with the civilian occupation. Larry's passions in life included
an amazing talent of water skiing, boating, and most of all, his overall
love for Keuka Lake, spending summers there since childhood. Additionally,
Larry began a musical career drumming as a teenager, playing and singing
for the following bands…The Upsetters, Imagination, G C Express, Fifth
Avenue, and Clockwork. Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral
Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Friday, February 1, 2008 from
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. A prayer service will be held at 12:15 p.m. followed
by
a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m. at St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Interment,
with full military honors, will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family wishes donations be made to the American
Cancer Society, 1316 College Avenue, Elmira NY 14901. Published in
the Star-Gazette on 1/31/2008.
O'LEARY MARY R. BARRETT
Mary R. Age 81, of Linden Knolls Apartments, Rochester, NY, suddenly
on Sunday, October 15th, 2006. She resided in Elmira from 1968 to 1998
and was a member and former President of The Ladies Auxiliary of the Ancient
Order of Hibernians there. She was born in Cork, Ireland and immigrated
to the United States in 1948. Predeceased by her husband, Edward L. Barrett
of Elmira; brothers, Patrick, Barry, Dan and Christopher; along with sister,
Nora, all of Cork, Ireland. She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law,
Edward J. and Lorna Barrett of Knoxville, TN, Patrick D. and Linda Barrett
of Elmira, John C. and Mary Bev Barrett of Atlanta, GA; daughter and son-in-law,
Marie A. and Daniel Mahany of Rochester, NY; grandson, Sean Barrett of
Atlanta, GA; granddaughters, Erin, Mary Kate, and Colleen Mahany of Rochester,
NY, and Meghan and Holly Barrett of Atlanta, GA. Also survived by brother,
Noel O'Leary and family of Cork, Ireland; as well as numerous nieces, nephews,
and cousins. The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday,
October 18, at the Kalec Funeral Home from 7 to 9 p.m. A prayer service
there on Thursday at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in
Sts. Peter & Paul's Church. Interment will follow in Sts. Peter &
Paul's Cemetery.
O'LEARY Patrick Edward Of Horseheads, passed away peacefully, on July 22, 2006, at age 75, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his mother, Mary Clancy, Elmira; former wife and good friend, Mary O'Leary, Elmira; daughter, Patricia (Keith) Donohue; granddaughter, Emily, all of Rochester Area; stepdaughter, Kathy (Eric) Savage; grandchildren, Jennifer and Benjamin, all of Magnolia, Delaware; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his father, Dennis O'Leary; sister, Joan Thiel; and grandson, Owen Patrick Donohue. Patrick is a Korean War veteran (Army, 24th Division) earning a Bronze Star and Purple Heart. He retired in 1996 as owner and proprietor of the restaurant, Snoopy's Dog House, after 25 years of serving Elmira-area patrons. Patrick will dearly miss his two best army comrades, Vincent Trainor and Ted Zaparzynski ("Zap"). He will always be remembered as a loving and devoted father, "PaPa", and friend. Those wishing may make a donation in Patrick's memory to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. At his request services were private and he was interred at Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery with Military Honors. Arrangements were entrusted to the Kalec Funeral Home.
O'NEIL Ann M.
Age 71 of Elmira, died Friday, November 30, 2007 at Robert Packer Hospital.
Ann was born November 13, 1936, a daughter of the late James and Claire
Williams O'Neil. She is also predeceased by her sister Mary Marr. Ann is
survived by her husband, Dr. Daniel A. Fisher; sons, Jim Gush of Dallas,
TX, with wife, Anne and children Stephanie Gilkison and Jordan Gush; Michael
Gush of Elmira; Kevin Gush of Sarasota, FL; Paul Fisher of Chicago, IL,
with wife Michelle and children, Olivia and Cole; and Daniel Fisher of
Jensen Beach, FL; daughters, all of Elmira, Susan LaVelle with husband
Patrick, and daughter, Taylor Ann; Kathryn Lynough, with children, Alyssa
Claire and Richard Sean; and Amy Soutar; brother and sister-in-law, J.
Roger and Joan O'Neil of London England, with children, Claire and Mark;
niece and nephew, Kathleen Marr and David Marr; great-niece, Ava Marr;
along with numerous close friends. Ann was a graduate of St. Joseph's Hospital
School of Nursing. A dedicated and compassionate nurse, she worked for
St. Joseph's Hospital, retiring with 35 years of service. Ann was a loving
wife, mother and grandmother whose family was everything to her. As her
family was growing Ann's home was open to all their friends and she was
a "mother" to them all. Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral
Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Tuesday, December 4, 2007 from
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home
on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 at 10:45 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at 11:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Private interment will
take place at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Memorials in Ann's memory
may be directed to CASA of the Southern Tier, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza,
Corning, NY 14830. Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/2/2007.
O'NEIL Ann M.
Age 71 of Elmira, died Friday, November 30, 2007 at Robert Packer Hospital.
Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water
and Walnut Sts., on Tuesday, December 4, 2007 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
A prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, December
5, 2007 at 10:45 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30
a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Private interment will take place at
St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Memorials in Ann's memory may be directed
to CASA of the Southern Tier, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY
14830. Ann's family would like to thank Dr. Joseph Calderone, her long
time physician, for the care given her over the years. Also a special thank
you to the staff at Guthrie Clinic Surgical Services for the exceptional
care given Ann over her last few days. Members of St. Joseph's Hospital
School of Nursing Alumni will meet at St. Mary's Church on Wednesday, December
5, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. to form an honor guard for Ann. Published in
the Star-Gazette from 12/3/2007 - 12/4/2007.
O'NEILL - Mrs. James Powell died at the family home, 324 W. 4th St. last night at 9 o'clock. She is survived by her husband, four sons, James Jr., Martin, Daniel and Robert; one brother, Daniel; six sisters, Mrs. Martin Holleran, Mrs. Daniel Kelly, Mrs. John Deneen, and the Misses Elizabeth, Margaret and Stella O'NEILL, all of this city. The funeral will be private owing to the serious illness of Mr. POWELL. The service, will be held at the St. Patrick Church Wednesday at 10 a. m. Burial in the SS Peter & Paul cemetery. Unnamed Elmira Newspaper. May 11, 1914. Submitted by Sharron Vossoughi <Rsvossoughi@worldnet.att.net>
OLSON Robert P.
Age 79, of Elmira, NY. He was born February 17, 1928 in Spokane, WA,
son of the late Robert and Anna Olson, and passed away Sunday, July 22,
2007, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was predeceased by a son, Bobby;
and grandson, Anthony Hakes. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Teresa
(Baccile); children, Stephen Olson of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Mark Olson of
Albany, NY, George Olson of El Cerrito, CA, Eric Olson of Ft. Lauderdale,
FL, Josetta Kollas of Woodbridge, VA, and Katrina Olson Hakes of Erin,
NY; granddaughters, Elizabeth Johnson, Krista Hakes, Christina and Victoria
Kollas; beloved great-granddaughter, Arianna Johnson; along with several
nieces and nephews. Mr. Olson retired from General Electric and was a veteran
of the U.S. Navy, Submarine Service. Family and friends are invited to
visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira,
on Wednesday, July 25th, from 2 to 4 p.m. His Mass of Christian Burial
will be celebrated on Thursday, July 26th, 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.
OLSZOWY
Adelaide
Former Elmira, Bradford and Bath resident Age 91 of Rochester NY, died
Monday, June 12, 2000 at St. Ann's Home in Rochester, NY. Adelaide, daughter
of the late Martin and Stefania Traskos Olszowy, is also predeceased
by her sisters, Valeria Frisk and Anna Olszowy and brothers Alexander and
Stanley Olszowy. She is survived by sisters, Josephine Tanaka of Rochester,
MN, Martha Ford of Naples, FL; sister-in-law, Katherine Olszowy of Elmira;
niece, Patricia Frisk of Brazil; nephew, David Frisk of Rochester, NY with
wife, Doreen and Alexander Olszowy, Jr. of Elmira; along with numerous
other nieces, nephews and friends. bf Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral
Home, corner of Walnut and Water Sts., on Wednesday, June 14, 2000 from
6:00 to 8:00 P.M. A Prayer Service will be held at the funeral home
on Thursday, June 15, 2000 at 8:15 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at 9:00 A.M. at St. Casimir's Church, Elmira. Interment will
follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Adelaide was a lifelong communicant
of St. Casimir's Church and a longtime housekeeper for Rev. Stanislaus
Bialaszewski in both Bradford and Bath, NY.
OLSZOWY Robert C. Age 59, of Rochester NY died unexpectedly on Friday, January 12, 2007. Bob was born May 29, 1947, in Elmira, a son of Katherine Rohan Olszowy of Elmira and the late Alexander C. Olszowy, Sr. In addition to his mother he is survived by his children, Robert (Margaret) Green of Pine City, Colleen of Washington, D.C., Jeremy, Joshua, Josiah and Natalie, all of Rochester; 5 grandchildren; siblings, Ann K. Trahan of Vancouver, WA, Alexander C. Olszowy, Jr., of Elmira, Kathleen O. (Jack) Hunt of Clarence, NY, and Joseph M. (Sandy) Olszowy of Fairfax Station, VA; along with 3 aunts, an uncle and numerous nieces and nephews. Bob was a graduate of Southside High School. After high school he enlisted in the U. S. Marine Corps and served his country in Vietnam. Bob then settled in Rochester NY where he was retired from Gleason Works. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Wednesday, January 17, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, January 18, 2007 at 9:45 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.
ORLOUSKY Joseph H.
Age 84, of Elmira, NY passed away on Friday, June 8, 2007 at St. Joseph's
Hospital SNF. Joe was born November 22, 1922, the son of the late Henry
and Mary Hoffa Orlousky. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased
by his sister and brother-in-law, Marian and Richard Hoffman, and brother,
John Orlousky. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Genevieve
Palange Orlousky; children, with spouses, Paul F. and Sondra Orlousky of
Avon Lake, OH, Mary Lou and William Losinger of Elmira, JoAnn and Ronald
Rathbun of Horseheads, Michael and Susan Orlousky of Horseheads, and Susan
and Chip Mathers of Elmira; grandchildren, Matthew (Sarah) Orlousky, Jack
(Jane) Losinger, Brian and Michael Losinger, Daniel, Kristen and Jillian
Rathbun, Brittany, Alex and Hannah Orlousky, and Meghan and Jeffrey Mathers.
He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Patricia and Joseph
Cole of Mansfield, PA, sister-in-law, Madalyn Orlousky of Carlisle, PA;
along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. Joe served his country
during World War II in the U. S. Army Air Corps. He was a navigator with
combat service in Europe and was awarded an Air Medal. Joe was a graduate
of Clarkson University. He was retired from Bendix Corporation where he
was a mechanical engineer. Joe was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church
where he was a long time bingo worker and usher. Friends are invited to
McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Sts., on Monday, June
11, 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 Tuesday, June 12, 2007 at 9:15
a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony's
Church. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations
in Joe's memory may be directed to St. Joseph's Hospital SNF, 555 E. Market
Street, Elmira NY 14901. Joe's family wishes to thank the staff of St.
Joseph's SNF and Dr. Aleksander Rupik for the loving care they extended
Joe.
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