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RANDOLPH Reginald "Reggie"
Age 67 of Elmira, NY "Crossed Over" at Robert Packer Hospital on Monday
November 17, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer with his wife Eileen
at his side. Reggie was born May 1, 1941 in Elmira, NY the son of the late
Raymond and Mary Julia Terwilliger Randolph. He was also pre-deceased by
his sister Deloris Sutton and his brothers Ronald Randolph and Gregory
Randolph. Reggie married his wife, Eileen Taluba Randolph, on October 14,
1988 and they recently celebrated their 20th Wedding Anniversary on October
14, 2008. Reggie is survived by his loving and devoted wife Eileen Taluba
Randolph; brothers and sisters-in-law: Kenneth & Rose Randolph and
Guy & Heidi Randolph of Elmira, NY, Rudy Randolph of Wilawana, NY,
and Raymond Randolph of California; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Leslie
B. and Bethel M. Hamilton of Horseheads, NY; sister-in-law and brother-in-law:
Terri & Timothy Russell of Elmira Heights, NY; nieces and nephews:
Justin Russell, Abby Russell, Ashley Russell, Joseph & Shannon Randolph,
Deborah & William Cosgrove, and Wayne Randolph; grand nieces and grand
nephews: Kalem, Cheyenne, and Sebastian Cosgrove and Jimmy Randolph; "Reggie's
Girls" Panda, Sadie, and especially his China Rose; several cousins and
a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at
the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Wednesday
November 19, 2008 from 4-8 PM. Reggie's Funeral Services will be held at
the Funeral Home on Thursday November 20, 2008 at 11 AM with the Rev. Thomas
Blackall officiating. Interment in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery in Elmira,
NY. Flowers are acceptable or those wishing may remember Reggie through
donations to The Nancy Quattrini Patient Assistance Fund c/o Sue Damico
Guthrie Clinic One Guthrie Square Sayre, PA 18840 to help those who can
not afford treatments or The SPCA Route 352 Elmira, NY 14903. The family
wishes to thank Dr. Robert Armstrong, Dr. Goran Broketa, the residents,
5th Floor Nursing Staff and Beth for the wonderful care they gave Reggie.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/18/2008
RANIEWICZ Frank J.
Age 82, of Elmira, died on Saturday, July 21, 2007, after an extended
illness of cancer and diabetes. He is survived by his daughters, Patricia
(Michael) Smithers, Gloria Trimm and Diane Raniewicz, all of Elmira; grandson,
James Rice, Jr.; brother and caring sister-in-law, Vincent (Dorothy) Raniewicz,
Elmira; sister-in-law, Mary Raniewicz, Elmira; several nieces, nephews
and cousins. Predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Geraldine in 2003; parents,
Valeria and Joseph; sisters, Mary and Victoria; brothers, Mike, Steve,
Jack, Ed, and Thomas. Frank was a communicant of St. Patrick's Church,
a longtime member of The White Eagles Club, retired from Hardinge Inc.
and a bartender at the White Eagles Club. He also was a US Navy WWII veteran.
Those wishing may make a donation in Frank's name to Arnot-Ogden's Center
for Wound Healing. (Envelopes available at the funeral home). The Family
wishes to express a special Thank you to Dr. Malanoski and Dr. Park for
their kind support and care. Family will receive relatives and friends
at the Kalec Funeral Home Tuesday, July 24, from 4-7 p.m. Prayer service
there Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00
a.m. in St. Patrick's Church. Burial will follow in Sts. Peter & Paul's
Cemetery.
RANIEWICZ, Thomas E.
Loving Husband, Father & Grandfather
Age 80, of Elmira, died Saturday, March 31, 2007, at Arnot Ogden Medical
Center. At Tom's request, there will be no calling hours, but relatives
and friends may attend his Mass of Christian Burial in St. Casimir's Church
on Tuesday, April 3, at 10 a.m., followed by his burial at Sts. Peter and
Paul's Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Kalec Funeral
Home.
RANIEWICZ Thomas E. Loving Husband, Father & Grandfather Age 80, of Elmira, died Saturday, March 31, 2007, at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Survived by wife of 58 years, Mary; daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Joseph Lagonegro, Elmira, with their children, Kristin and Kathryn; son and daughter-in-law, Joseph and Lorrie Raniewicz, Horseheads, with their children Jennifer (Jason) Signor and Andrew; son, Michael Raniewicz and Diane Kilbury, Horseheads; brothers, Vincent (Dorothy) Raniewicz, Elmira, Frank Raniewicz, Elmira; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his parents, Valeria and Joseph; sisters, Mary and Victoria; brothers, Michael, Steven, Jackson and Edward. Thomas is retired from Kennedy Valve after 44 years, a member of St. Casimir's Church, White Eagles Club and a Divine Mercy Chapel Adorer. Those wishing may make donations in his memory to St. Casimir's Church or the Southern Tier Hospice (envelopes available at his Mass). At Tom's request, there will be no calling hours, but relatives and friends may attend his Mass of Christian Burial in St. Casimir's Church on Tuesday, April 3, at 10 a.m., followed by his burial at Sts. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Kalec Funeral Home.
RANIEWICZ Vincent J.
Age 84, of Elmira, died Wednesday, December 12, 2007, at Elcor Health
Services. He is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy of 57 years; sister-in-law,
Mary Raniewicz, Elmira; brother-in-law, Kenneth (Helen) Leonard, Binghamton;
several nieces, nephews and cousins. Pre-deceased by his parents, Valeria
and Joseph; sisters, Mary and Victoria; brothers, Michael, Steven, Jackson,
Edward, Thomas and Frank, therefore Vincent was the last of his siblings.
Vincent is a US Army veteran, retired from the Remington Rand, Elmira,
and the Elmira Star-Gazette, a lifelong communicant of St. Casimir's Church,
having been an usher for over 66 years, member of the St. Casimir's Recreation
Club working bingo for 42 years, member Polish Arts Club, former member
of the White Eagles Club and the P.N.A. Those wishing may make a donation
in Vincent's memory to the St. Casimir's Church Heating/AC Fund, Falck
Cancer Center or Southern Tier Hospice (envelopes available at the funeral
home). Dorothy wishes to send a special Thank You to: Elcor staff, Hospice,
relatives, friends and neighbors for their help and kindness. The family
will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home Sunday, December
16, from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. with a prayer service there Monday at 10:15 a.m.
followed by his Mass of Christian Burial in St. Casimir's Church at 11
a.m. Burial will follow in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
RANIEWICZ Vincent J.
A Prayer Service was held at the Kalec Funeral Home, Monday, December
17, 2007, followed by his Mass of Christian Burial in St. Casimir's Church
at 11 a.m. Rev. Jeremiah Moynihan, Presider, Deacon William Dougherty,
assisting, Jack Crowley, Altar Server and Reader, Frances McLaren, Organist,
Jane Stalica, Cantor, Theresa Hurley and George Gublo, Extraordinary Ministers
of Holy Communion, Terry Lagonegro, Colleen Campbell, Lori Raniewicz and
Brenda Derrick placed the Pall; wife, Dorothy placed the Crucifix, Barbara
Campbell, Patti Smithers and Helen Leonard presented the gifts. Pall Bearers
were: Timothy Campbell, Michael Wichtowski, Jim Leonard, George Gublo,
Michael Smithers, Joseph Lagonegro, Joseph Raniewicz and Andrew Raniewicz,
Honorary Bearers: Charles Klugo, Ralph Bloom and Robert Kalec. Many ushers
from the parish formed an Honor Guard at the Church in Honor of Vinnie's
many years of service. Deacon William Dougherty conducted the Committal
Prayers at Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 12/18/2007.
READY, Michael - DEATH OF MICHAEL READY An Aged Elmira Citizen Passes Away This Morning. Michael READY died this morning at 7:30 o'clock from old age and general disability. He was 80 years of age. He was born in County Clare, Ireland. He came to this country in 1848 and worked as a laborer. Through his industry and savings, he accumulated sufficient to purchase a farm on East Hill, near the city of Elmira, where he resided until a few months ago, when he retired to an old homestead to spend the remainder of his life. He resided there until this morning when he passed quietly away. The deceased leaves a widow, and five children, Terrance, an engineer on the D. L. & W., John a brakeman on the D. L. & W., James, an engineer in San Francisco, Cal., and Patrick, a brakeman on the D. L. & W. and Mrs. John Cusick of this city. The funeral will be held Sat. morning at 9:30 o'clock at the house and at 10 o'clock at St. Mary's church. The interment will be in SS Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Elmira Daily Gazette and Free Press May 18, 1893. Submitted by Sharron Vossoughi <Rsvossoughi@worldnet.att.net>
REDDON Charles W.
Former POW
Age 82, of Hammondsport and Spring Hill, FL, formerly of Elmira Heights,
NY. He was born November 6, 1925 in Elmira Heights, son of the late Edwin
and Mary (McDine) Reddon and passed away Monday, December 17, 2007. He
was predeceased by his first wife, Mary Lou (Lintz) Reddon on March 20,
1989. He is survived by his wife, Gloria (May); son, Charles of Elmira
Heights; daughters, Kim Reddon of Elmira and Colleen (Joe) Sanderl of Hammondsport;
grandchildren, Courtney (Sean) Kelly, Ashley Sanderl, Holli (Ryan) Henning,
Jillian Millerd, Hillary Millerd, Heather (Patrick) Doyle and Nicole (Michael)
Reddon; seven great-grandchildren; brother, William of Elmira Heights;
Gloria's children, Carolyn (Doug) Nelson of Pine City and Clifford (Ann)
Jacobs of Elmira Heights; along with several nieces and nephews. Charles
was a highly decorated veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during World War
II. His plane was shot down over Tokyo Bay on March 9, 1945. He was one
of two survivors of his crew. He was a prisoner of war in Japan until his
liberation at the end of the war on August 29, 1945. Charlie retired from
the U.S. Postal Service Headquarters in Washington, DC as Chief Accountant;
prior to that he was a letter carrier in Elmira for 30 years. Charlie's
memberships include former member of the Elmira Heights School Board, past
vice chairman Elmira Heights Planning Board, past commander and life member
of Capt. Clarence R. Oliver American Legion Post 154, member of the original
Last Mans Club at Post 154, D.A.V. Post 80, Hudson, FL, past commander
and member American Legion Post 335, Hudson, FL, life member V.F.W. Post
6083, Elmira Heights, F.O.E. #941 Elmira, B.P.O.E. #2520 Aripeka, FL, life
member Military Order of the Purple Heart #560, Spring Hill, FL, past president
of Branch 21 National Assoc. of Letter Carriers, life member Branch 192
National Assoc. of Postal Supervisors, a life member of NARFE #1799 Elmira,
and a member of the Elmira Sports Hall of Fame (football). Family and friends
are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira on Friday, December 28th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. His funeral
service will be held at 1 p.m. Deacon William Dougherty will officiate.
Committal prayers and interment, with Military Honors, will follow in St.
Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember
Charlie through donations to Southern Tier Hospice & Palliative Care,
11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 12/27/2007.
REESE George H. Age 88, of Dutch Hill Road, Pine City, NY, passed away Thursday, June 30, 2005, at Elcor Health Service. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Loretta C. (Antes) Reese; son and daughter-in-law, David G. and Edith Reese of Pine City, NY; grandchildren, Michael Reese of Pine City, Janette (Mark) DeLabar of Hawley, PA, Dennis (Jeannine) Reese of Millerton, PA, Thomas (Jenny) Reese of Montour Falls, NY; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Richard (Betty) Reese of Big Flats, NY; sister-in-law, Ennis Reese of Pine City, NY; several nieces and nephews. George was a Lifetime Member of the Webb Mills Volunteer Fire Department and served as Assistant Chief for many years. He was a member of the New York Holstein Association, a member of the Grange and the Farm Bureau. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, July 3, 2005, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with Funeral Service there, TUESDAY, July 5, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Those wishing may make memorials to the Southern Tier Hospice or The Webb Mills Volunteer Fire Department, envelopes are available at the funeral home.
REGAN - MASLINSKI, Louise "Red" nee: Regan
Age 92, of Elmira, died December 27, 2007 in Chandler, AZ. Survived
by daughters, Nancy Karpinski, Elmira, Mary (Allen) VanDeBogart, Chandler,
AZ; grandchildren, Laura (Jeffrey) Brown, Colleen (Richard) Brewer, John
McCarthy, all of Elmira, Elizabeth (Steven) Soriano and Jonathan VanDeBogart,
Chandler, AZ; great-grandchildren, Cassandra Brown, Tyler Brown, Christine
Brewer, Jessica (Jonathan) Dobbs, all of Elmira, Zachary, Kyle and Kevin
Soriano, Chandler, AZ; great-great-grandchildren, Veronica Brewer Chalk,
Hunter Dobbs, Gavin Michael Baranyk, all of Elmira; sisters, Phyllis (James)
Heckman, Helen Larey, Geraldine Meritz; brother, Joseph (Ellie) Regan;
several nieces, nephews and cousins, including special niece and nephews,
John and Kathleen Domville and Charles and Carol Ellis.Predeceased by husband,
John T.; and great-grandson, Joseph Brewer. Louise was a communicant of
Sts. Peter & Paul's Church. A special thank you to Gilbert Mercy Hospital
E.R. Staff; Hospice Family Care, Gilbert, AZ; and the Chandler Fire Department.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Louise's memory to the Hospice
Family Care at 13639 E. Ray Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85296 (envelopes available
at the Funeral Home). The Family will receive relatives and friends at
the Kalec Funeral Home, Thursday, January 3, from 7 to 9 p.m. A prayer
service there, Friday at 9:15 a.m. followed by her Mass of Christian Burial
at 10 a.m. in Sts. Peter & Paul's Church. Burial will follow in Sts.
Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 1/2/2008.
DANIEL J. REIDY JR., age 85, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on
Thursday, March 20, 2003 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Mr. Reidy was
born Sept. 27, 1917 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Daniel James Reidy
and Dora Louise Bauerlin Reidy. Dan was a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother
Church in Horseheads and a retired conductor for the Erie-Lackawanna Railroad
in Elmira.
Mr. Reidy was a lifetime member of the Horseheads Elks Lodge #2297
and a member of the Italian American Veterans Club of Elmira. He was predeceased
by his first wife, Blanche Wilcox Reidy in 1979; his son, Joseph A. Reidy
in 2002; his brother, Lawrence Reidy in 2001 and his second wife, Vanona
Woodruff Stanton Reidy on Sept. 13, 2002. Mr. Reidy is survived by his
children and their families: Sandy and John Balonis of Fort Myers, FL,
Jack and Sundae Reidy of Mansfield, Don and Sharon Reidy of Horseheads,
Marian Brown of Spring Hill, FL, Pat and Bob Grimes of Mercur, Nancy and
Ted Hoffmann of Wyalusing, Henry and Beverly Stanton of Silvara; a daughter-in-law,
Cathy Cimmeren of Elmira; a sister, Agnes Reidy of Beverly Hills, FL; “special
sister,” Kay Bingaman of Beverly Hills, FL; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren;
great-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring
friends. Relatives and friends called at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral
Home, Mill St. and Grand Central Ave., Horseheads on Sunday, March 23 from
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Officers and members of the Horseheads Elks Lodge
No. 2297 conducted a memorial service at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday. A Prayer
Service was held on Monday, March 24 at 9 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Mary Our Mother Church in Horseheads. The Rev.
Christopher E. Linsler was the celebrant. Interment was in SS Peter and
Paul’s Cemetery in Elmira. I would also like to note here that his
second wife Nanona Woodruff Stanton Reidy has a headstone in the Beaver
Meadows Cemetery Tuscarora Township Bradford County but she is buried with
him in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery in Elmira, N.Y. Submitted
by Carol Brotzman. –Elmira Star Gazette.
REIDY - SCHIEFEN
Elizabeth J. "Betsy" Reidy Age 71, of Elmira, died Friday, August 19,
2005 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Betsy was born October 7, 1933, a daughter
of the late Richard J. and Elizabeth (O'Connor) Reidy. In addition to her
parents she is predeceased by her daughter Ellen Connor Schiefen, sisters,
Sara Jane Murphy, Margaret Laux, and Mary Elizabeth Reidy. Betsy is survived
by her children, William J. Schiefen, III of Elmira, Elizabeth Joan Fraizer
of Dripping Springs, TX with her husband Mark, Kathleen Ann Hass of Houston,
TX, Kara Jane Garza of Houston, TX, Helen Patricia Schiefen of Elmira,
and David M. Schiefen of Elmira with wife Kira; grandchildren, Brian and
Christopher Lee of Dripping Springs, TX, Kate Hampshire of Kingsland, GA,
Chip Hass, Kara Garza and Frank Garza, all of Houston, TX; brothers and
sisters, all of Elmira, Harry Reidy, Helen McInerney, Winifred Widman and
Richard (Teresa) Reidy; along with several nieces and nephews. Betsy was
very proud of her Irish heritage. She was a true angel and will be deeply
missed. Friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m.
on Monday, August 22, 2005 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Interment will
follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Arrangements by McInerny Funeral
Home.
REIDY - SULLIVAN, Jean L.
Age 83, of Fayetteville, NY, formerly of Elmira, died on Thursday,
October 9, 2008. Jean was born in Elmira on October 12, 1924, a daughter
of Edward and Mary Donahue Reidy. Jean is predeceased by her husband of
60 years, James H. Sullivan, who died January 31, 2008. She is survived
by her daughter and son-in-law, Molly and Gary Reichert of Brewerton, NY;
sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and Anne Sullivan of Fairfax, VA, Jim
and Chris Sullivan of Orlando, FL, Bill and Nancy Sullivan of North Syracuse,
NY; sisters and brother-in-law, Kay and John Wilmot, Mary "Ibby" Rauch;
brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Claire Reidy, all of Elmira; grandchildren,
Sean, Paul, Maddie, Nick, Larry, Aaron, and Jennah Sullivan, KC Groth;
great-grandchildren, Finn and Patrick Sullivan; along with several in-laws,
nieces, and nephews. Jean retired in 1990 from SUNY ESF after many years
of service. She followed professional golf closely and greatly enjoyed
several tournaments she was able to attend. Jean was known for her quick
wit, loyalty to family and friends, and her calm nature. She will be greatly
missed by her loving family and friends. Friends are invited to McInerny
Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Monday, October 13, 2008,
from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. A Funeral Service will follow at 12:15 p.m.
Interment will then take place at St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. Donations
in Jean's memory may be directed to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St.
Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 10/11/2008
REIDY Mary E. - Mrs. Albert BROWN of 559 West Washington Avenue, died Wednesday at 11:25 p.m. after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband Albert Brown; a daughter, Mrs. Leman STEWART; two sons, Francis Brown and Edward L. HARDMAN; mother, Mrs. Agnes REIDY; a sister, Mrs. William CRAIG; two brothers, Thomas and Daniel REIDY, and two grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Brown was a member of the Altar and Rosary societies of the St. John the Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at the family home Saturday at 8:15 a.m. and in the St. John Church on Lake Street at 9 o'clock. Burial in the SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery. Submitted by Gwen MECUM Hunt <airlaunch@thegrid.net>
REIDY, Mary - Mrs. Mary Liddy died at the home of her son, Timothy LIDDY, 458 Franklin St. Saturday morning. The funeral will be held Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock at the late residence and at 10 o'clock at St. Mary's church. Burial in SS Peter & Paul's cemetery. The members of St. Mary's Altar society are requested to meet at the home tonight. Elmira Star Gazette May 1, 1911. Submitted by Sharron Vossoughi <Rsvossoughi@worldnet.att.net>
REIDY - LINTZ
Patricia A. Age 80, of Spring Hill, FL and Elmira Heights, NY, peacefully
passed away, with her family at her bedside, at Annapolis Hospital in Romulus,
Michigan on Thursday, June 30, 2005. Patricia was born January 10, 1925
in Elmira to Michael and Bertha (Smith) Reidy, who predeceased her. She
is also predeceased by her mother-in-law Mamie Storch and father-in-law
Chester Lintz, brothers-in-law, Chester Lintz, Jr. and Ivan Welch, sisters-in-law,
Mary Lou Reddon and Genevieve Reidy. Patricia is survived by her husband
Robert, with whom she celebrated their 62 wedding anniversary on May 15,
2005; children, Diane Pryslak, with husband Steve of Romulus, MI, Linda
Lintz of Elmira Heights and Robert Lintz, Jr., with wife Mitzi, of Rochester,
NY; sister Helen Welch of Cuba, NY; brother-in-law Charles Reddon of Spring
Hill, FL; sister-in-law Mary Lintz of Green Bay, WI; grandchildren, Mary
Patricia (Mark) Simkow, Michelle (Kurt) Mrocko, Stephen (Julie) Pryslak,
Jeffery (Michelle) Pryslak, all of Michigan and Melinda Lintz of Rochester,
NY; great-grandchildren, David and Tyler Hilbert, Mark Simkow, Olivia,
Emma and Elizabeth Mrocko, Daniel and Caitlin Kacic, Rachel and Spencer
Pryslak, all of Michigan; along with many nieces, nephews and loyal and
devoted friends. Patricia graduated from Elmira Free Academy in 1942. She
was retired from Facet/Purolator in Elmira Heights. Patricia was a communicant
of St. Charles Borromeo Church and a member of the Rosary and Altar Society.
Family and friends will be received at McInerny Funeral Home, corner of
Water and Walnut Sts., on Tuesday, July 5, 2005 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00
p.m. A prayer service will be held there on Wednesday, July 6, 2005 at
9:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St.
Charles Borromeo Church. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated in Patricia's
name to The Gilda Radner Ovarian Cancer Registry, Roswell Park Cancer Institute,
Elm and Carlton Sts., Buffalo, New York 14623.
REINHART Charles L “Cha”
Charles L. "Cha" Age 72, of 340 Charles St., Hornell, died Sunday afternoon,
March 5, 2006, at his home, following a long illness. Born in Elmira on
November 9, 1933, he was the son of Harold and Marie (Clancy) Reinhart.
"Cha" grew up in Elmira and was a graduate of Elmira Free Academy, class
of 1953. In his youth, he worked at Eldridge Park in various capacities
and especially enjoyed working the carousel. He was a veteran of the US
Army during the Korean Conflict, having been stationed in Germany. He remained
in the US Army Reserves until 1962. He had been employed for a time at
Thacher Glass of Elmira and Remington Rand of Elmira. For over 40 years,
Charlie worked in many capacities for the Erie Railroad, Erie-Lackawanna
Railroad and Conrail, including brakeman, switchman and conductor, retiring
in 1995. Charlie was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and
a communicant of St. Ann's Church. He will be remembered for his love of
his family and his loyalty to his many friends. He enjoyed his "lunch dates"
with his railroad buddies and attending the 8th Ward yearly gatherings
in Elmira, NY. He was very generous and, throughout the years, donated
countless dollars to many local and national charities. His true joy in
life was spending time with and caring for his family and attending his
children's and, more recently, his grandchildren's activities, especially
sporting events. He was married on May 27, 1961 to the former Barbara Wickham
who died August 11, 2000. He was also preceded in death by two brothers,
Bob Reinhart and Harold Reinhart; one sister, Doris Craft. Surviving are
two sons, Charles (Ann) Reinhart, Jr. of Pine City, NY, and Joseph Reinhart
of Hornell; one daughter, Dawn (James) Gardon of Hornell; two sisters,
Marge Sowa of Horseheads, and Joan (Frank) Hungerford of Elmira Heights;
one brother, James (Ruth) Reinhart of Pine City, NY; two grandchildren,
Joseph Reinhart and Julian Reinhart; many cousins, nieces and nephews.
The family of Charles L. "Cha" Reinhart will receive friends on Wednesday
from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St.,
Hornell, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m.
on Thursday at St. Ann's Church. Family and friends are invited to visit
Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St., at Washington Ave., Elmira,
on Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Burial will be in St. Peter &
Paul's Cemetery. Charlie's family request that, in lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions in his name be made to either the American Diabetes Association,
596 Blossom Road, Suite 208, Rochester, NY 14610, or to Southern Tier Hospice,
11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830. Memorial forms will be available
at the Dagon Funeral Home and also at the Walter J. Kent Funeral Home.
RENNIE - MARKS
Catherine R. "Kay" Age 92, of Elmira, died Saturday, November 18, 2006
at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Kay was born March 16, 1914, a
daughter of William and Catherine Barr Rennie. She was predeceased by her
husband of 53 years, Edward J. Marks, Jr. in 1993, several siblings, and
most recently, her twin brother William S. Rennie. Kay is survived by her
children, with their spouses, Edward J. Marks, III and Susan Hartley of
Lowman, William R. and Nancy Hurd Marks of Pine City, Daniel F. and Ann
Wright Marks of Richmond, VA, and Catherine R. and Richard Giammichele
of Muncie, IN; sister Ruth Terwilliger of Elmira; along with numerous grandchildren,
great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Kay worked at Remington Rand before
becoming co-owner of Eddie Marks Restaurant on Elmira's Southside. She
then went to work as Judge Richard Heller's confidential secretary from
where she retired. Kay was an avid bowler and active member of Elmira Does
#181 and Order of the Eastern Star. She was a long time volunteer with
Meals on Wheels and March of Dimes. Kay was also a life long member of
Lake Street Presbyterian Church. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral
Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Monday, November 20, 2006 from
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home
on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 11:00 a.m., followed by interment at St.
Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Kay's memory may be directed
to either Meals on Wheels, 150 Fox Street, Elmira NY 14901, March of Dimes,
5 Adler Drive, East Syracuse NY 13057 or a charity of one's choice. Kay's
family would like to offer special thanks to the staffs at Woodbrook and
the Chemung County Nursing Facility – 6th Floor for the excellent care
given their mother.
REYNOLDS - PIECUCH
Rose Reynolds Formerly of 1715 Cedar Street, Southport, passed away
Thursday morning, December 6, 2001 at Elcor Health Services following an
extended illness. Rose was born on November 29, 1918 in Leolyn, Pa. She
was the daughter of Gail and Sarah Lewis Reynolds. She graduated from Canton
High School, where she attended her 60th class reunion in May of 1998.
She was married during World War II to Joseph Piecuch, who predeceased
her on July 8, 1979. During the war, she worked for the Eclipse. She later
worked at the Remington Rand and retired from Westinghouse. In her retirement
years, Rose enjoyed making quilts and also belonged to several local square
dance clubs. Survivors include her loving daughter, Patricia Forbes of
Southport, NY (Jim Goodwin of Odessa, NY), beloved granddaughters, Kimberly
Forbes of Liverpool, NY; Jennifer Forbes of Kenmore, NY; sister and caregiver
Lucy O'Dell of Ocala, Fl; and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived
by her friend of 70 years, Mrs. Ileen (John) Zeigler of Pine City. Rose
was predeceased by her brothers, Robert Reynolds of Lowman; John Reynolds
of Geneva; and her sister, Nina Reynolds (at age 12). Family and friends
will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway,
on Sunday afternoon, December 9, 2001, from 2-4p.m. with a memorial service
at 4 p.m. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at St. Peter
and Paul's Cemetery. Memorial donations may be sent to Mercy Care Center,
405 Linden Place, Elmira, NY 14901.
REYNOLDS - MADIGAN
Sarah (Reynolds) Age 87, formerly of Elmira, NY, died peacefully at
Good Shepherds Fairview Home in Binghamton, NY, on Sunday evening, June
26, 2005. Friends may call at HOLLY-KECK & BAKER, INC. FUNERAL HOME
on Thursday, June 30, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Funeral services will follow
at the conclusion of calling hours at 11 a.m., Rev. Skip Reed officiating.
Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery Elmira. In lieu
of flowers, those wishing may make memorials to The Park Church Elmira.
She is survived by three children, Carol Madigan of Binghamton, NY; sons
and daughters-in-law, Michael and Kathleen Madigan of Wilmington, DE, Roger
and Veronica Madigan of Old Greenwich, CT; grandchildren, Christiane, Michael,
Kevin, Brandon, and Gregory; sister-in-law Ann O'Donnell of Elmira; nephews,
Martin, Brian, Jeff, Jerome O'Donnell. She was predeceased by her parents,
Robert and Emily Reynolds; loving husband, Roger Madigan; and two sisters,
Carol Mertens and Nancy Reynolds. Sarah was a member of The Park Church
and taught Sunday School until she moved with her family to Wallingford,
PA. Upon her return to Elmira, she became a member of the church once again
and enjoyed renewing old friendships and making new ones. She enjoyed volunteering
at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center and later devoted her time to the American
Red Cross. Sarah and her family spent summer vacations on Keuka Lake and
these are the best memories her children will hold dear. Like her mother,
she was a passionate gardener who believed that hard work, not having a
"green thumb," was the secret to her beautiful garden.
RICE - MORRISON
Ellen M. Age 86, of Elmira, died Monday, September 26, 2005, at St.
Joseph's Hospital. Ellen was born November 24, 1918, daughter of Joseph
E. and Irene (Ryan) Rice. She is predeceased by her husband Charles W.
Morrison, daughter Barbara Morrison, sister and brother-in-law Elizabeth
and Marion Chalk, brothers and sister-in-law Joseph and Margaret Rice and
John F. Rice, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, George and Marguerite
Morrison, William Morrison, Norman Morrison and Anne Morrison. Ellen is
survived by her daughter Andrea Morrison of Elmira; son and daughter-in-law
John C. "Jack" and Cheryl Morrison of Elmira with their children Shane,
Megan and John; sisters, Rosemary Woodhouse of Elmira and Irene Gamer of
Rochester; sisters-in-law Rose Marie Rice of Oswego, NY and Bernice Morrison
of Cape Canaveral, FL; along with many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces,
great-nephews and cousins. Ellen was retired from St. Joseph's Hospital
where she worked as a nursing service secretary. While at the hospital
she received the Oppy Award for the Employee of the Year. Proud of her
children and grandchildren, Ellen was their number one fan at whatever
sport they were involved in. She was a long time communicant of St. Mary's
Church, Elmira. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of
Water and Walnut Sts., on Thursday, September 29, 2005 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 Friday, September 30, 2005 at 9:45 a.m., followed by a
Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary's Church, Elmira at 10:30 a.m. Interment
will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Ellen's memory
may be directed to St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation, 555 E. Market Street,
Elmira, New York 14901. The family would like to extend their heartfelt
thanks to the staff at St. Joseph's and most especially, Sister Marie Michael
Miller.
RICE Elmo (Pete) T. Jr. and Marie E. Elmo, age 82, passed away on April 6, 2002, and Marie, age 87, passed away on September 26, 2004. Survivors include their daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Frederick Flavin of Plymouth, MA; Marie's brother, James White, and his wife, Alberta, of Lowman; sister-in-law, Margaret Rice of Elmira; along with several nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass for Mr. and Mrs. Rice on Saturday, October 21st at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, with Rev. Jeremiah Moynihan as Celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
RICE - RANDOLPH
K. Marjorie Age 78 of Elmira died Wednesday, September 19, 2001 at
St. Joseph's Hospital after a brief illness. Marjorie is survived by her
husband of fifty-nine years, Robert S Randolph; nephews, G. William Rice
of Elmira and Thomas M. Rice of Pottstown, PA; brother-in-law Chester Randolph
of Fort Myers, FL; sisters-in-law, Olive Cornell of Frankenmuth, MI, Joan
Hatch of Farmington Hills, MI and Lois Durocher of Port Charlotte, FL;
along with several other nieces and nephews. Marjorie was predeceased by
her brothers, William, Walter and Donald Rice and sister, Alice Rice. Friends
are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Walnut and W. Water Sts.,
on Thursday, September 20, 2001 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM to
9:00 PM. A Prayer Service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, September
21, 2001 at 10:15 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM
at St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Interment will follow at St. Peter and Paul's
Cemetery. Marjorie and her husband like traveling, having traveled extensively
in the United States and in many foreign countries. She enjoyed bowling,
along with Modern Western Square and Round Dancing. Marjorie spent many,
many hours doing volunteer work with various organizations including the
American Red Cross, Chemung County Historical Society, Chemung County Chamber
of Commerce, Clemens Center, Corning LPGA and St. Joseph's Hospital. Marjorie's
family will provide flowers. Donations in her memory may be directed to
St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin Street, Elmira NY, 14904.
RICE - WOODHOUSE, Rosemary M.
Age 91, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Friday, October 19, 2007, at
the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She was born on February 16, 1916
in Elmira, NY to the late Joseph and Irene (Ryan) Rice. Rosemary was predeceased
by her brothers, Jack and Joseph (Bud) Rice; and sisters, Ellen Morrison
and Elizabeth Chalk. Survivors include her sister, Irene Gamer of Rochester;
nieces and nephews, Andrea Morrison, John Morrison, William Gamer, Daniel
Rice, Michael Chalk, Rosemary (Cissy) Nasakaitis, Margaret (Peggy) Weigle,
Thomas Chalk, John Rice, Barbara Canale, Catherine DeRosa and Timothy Rice;
along with many great-nieces and nephew and several great-great-nieces
and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, October
22nd from 3 to 6 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A Prayer Service
will take place there on Tuesday, October 23rd at 12:30 p.m. followed by
a Mass of Christian Burial at 1 p.m. at Sts. Peter & Paul Church with
Father Thomas O'Brien and Father Jerry O'Connor as celebrants. Interment
will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial
donations can be made to the St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation or to the
Chemung County Nursing Facility.
RICH John P. Age 89, of Elmira, died Friday, September 1, 2006,
at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center after a brief illness. John is survived by
his son and daughter-in-law, John G. and Colleen Rich of Horseheads; son-in-law,
Robert J. Narde, Corning; grandchildren, Mallory, Kristin and JT (John
Thomas) Rich, Elizabeth R. Narde and Stephen J. Narde; several nieces,
nephews and cousins. John was the son of Michael and Theresa Grace Masone
Rich. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle. He was predeceased
by his loving wife of 64 years, Isabel, on September 1, 2005; daughter,
Mary Ann Rich Narde in 2004; and a brother, Nicholas Rich. Along with his
family he enjoyed spending time with his many close friends. John enjoyed
playing cards, gardening, bocce ball and spending time with his friends
at the IAV. John was a Communicant of St. Anthony's Church, a member of
it's men's Sacred Heart Society, Golden Age Senior Citizens Club, Macchia
Club and The Raccoon Club, Past Commander and Member of the Italian American
Veterans Club, and veteran U.S. Navy, WWII. He will be sorely missed by
all who loved him. John retired as a foreman from Moore Business Forms,
served many years as a bartender at Rossi Bowling Alley and worked at the
Kalec Funeral Home. Those wishing may make donations in John's memory to
St. Anthony's Church. Family will receive relatives and friends at the
Kalec Funeral Home, Monday, September 4th, from 6-8 p.m. Prayer service
there Tuesday at 9:45 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30
a.m. in St. Anthony's Church. Internment will follow in Sts. Peter &
Paul's Cemetery. Club Notice Members of the Italian American Veterans Club
will meet at Kalec Funeral Home at 5:45 p.m. on Monday, September 4, for
a prayer service for our deceased comrade and Past Commander John Rich.
Signed, Commander Ed Jaskolka.
Star-Gazette.com Obituaries for 09/03/06
EGAN RoseMarie Richards
Age 69 of Elmira Heights, NY passed away peacefully in her sleep on
Sunday October 5, 2008 surrounded by her loving family after a 13 year
battle with cancer. RoseMarie was born February 22, 1939 in Bradford, PA
the daughter of the late Ernest Louis Richards and Catherine Quinn Richards.
RoseMarie met the love of her life, future husband and best friend at the
Friday Nighters at the tender age of 13, where they really hit it off.
They were engaged 3 years later and she married Ken on February 25, 1956,
just 3 days after her 17th birthday. They recently celebrated their 52nd
Wedding Anniversary at a dinner out with their children and grandchildren
at a favorite family restaurant. RoseMarie held several jobs in her early
years; including working at "The Sugar Bowl" but her favorite "jobs" were
that of wife and mother. Though it took many years to complete their family,
RoseMarie was a loving though strict influence in the raising of many children,
from nieces and nephews to friends' kids - to drum corps, band, baseball,
bowling, and campus life and let's not forget all those neighborhood kids
she bandaged, fed, and carted around in "Mom's Taxi". RoseMarie was a communicant
of St. Cecelia's Church in Elmira, NY and a member of the Horseheads Women
of The Moose # 1832 where she was a very active volunteer for many years
and even earning the highest degree in the organization. Rose Marie was
pre-deceased by her parents Ernest Louis Richards and Catherine Elizabeth
Quinn Richards; parents-in-law Edwin Kenneth Egan and Thelma Ethel Egan;
brother Michael Edward Richards; sisters Rita Joann Redder and Grace Agnes
Richards and her brother-in-law Robert Lovell. She is survived by her loving
and devoted husband Edwin Kenneth Egan at home; daughter Dawn(Terry) Bliss
of Elmira, NY; son: James ( Becky) Egan of Elmira Heights, NY; grandchildren:
Catherine Rose Bliss, Sherry Eileen Egan (Latney Porter), Jesse Lee Egan,
Nicholas James Egan, and Kendra Nicole Bliss; great granddaughter: Kristena
Louise Porter; Brother: Robert Ernest (Olga) Richards of Hinkley, CA; sisters-in-law
and brother-in-law: Roena Lovell of Elmira, NY and Paul ( Ruby) Egan of
Millport, NY and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring
friends. Gramma/Aunt Rose was the back-bone of this family that she put
first and fore-most above all else. She will be greatly missed and remembered
by all. The family would like to thank all the wonderful angels who gave
such loving care to RoseMarie in her final days and hours. Relatives and
friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street
Horseheads, NY on Thursday October 9, 2008 from 6-9 PM. The Horseheads
Women of The Moose Ritual Team will hold a memorial service on Thursday
at the Funeral Home at 8:30 P M for their departed Co-Worker RoseMarie.
Mrs. Egan's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday
October 10, 2008 at 10 AM. Interment in ST. Peter & Paul's Cemetery
in Elmira, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing
may remember RoseMarie through memorials to Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative
Care 11751 East Corning Road Corning, NY 14830 or The Chemung County SPCA
and Humane Society Route 352 Elmira, NY 14903. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 10/7/2008
RICIGLIANO - RIGLIANO (RICIGLIANO), Antoinette
Age 86, of North Main St., Elmira, died Monday, March 24, 2008. She
is survived by beloved daughters, Jo Ann (Ronald) Thompson, Elmira, Rose
(Mike) Bennett, Elmira, Christine (Tom) Harrigan, Tampa, FL; grandchildren,
Kelly Baker, Colleen (Howard) Weedon, Kim (Scott) Proudfoot, Ron (Stephanie)
Thompson, Michael (Kelly) Bennett, Matthew (Jackie) Bennett, Laurie (Ron)
Bush, Christopher Bennett, Dave (Christy) Harrigan, Kevin Harrigan; Special
"GG" to her 16 great-grandchildren; sister, Josephine Thompson; brother-in-law,
Nicholas (Rita) Ricigliano; sisters-in-law, Angeline Ricigliano and Mary
DeRico; several nieces, nephews, cousins, including special cousins, Kay
and Carmen DiNardo; devoted neighbors, Loretta and Don Savey. Predeceased
by husband, Alphonse "Riggie"; and nine brothers and sisters, "last of
ten". Antoinette was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church, Member of it's
Sacred Heart Ladies, St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary, the Raccoon Club
and Thursday Canasta Club. Those wishing may make a donation in Antoinette's
name to the MacDonalds Training Center Intensive Program, 5420 Cypress
St., Tampa, FL 33607, in honor of her grandson, Kevin. (Envelopes available
at the Funeral Home.) The family will receive relatives and friends at
the Kalec Funeral Home, Thursday, March 27, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayer
service there Friday at 9 a.m. followed by her Mass of Christian Burial
in St. Anthony's Church at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Sts. Peter and
Paul's Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/26/2008.
RILEY PATRICIA A. DUFFY
Patricia A. Age 74, of 758 Laurel St., Elmira, NY. She was born December
3, 1932 in Elmira, daughter of the late Robert E. and Margaret Lois (Hayes)
Riley, and passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2006, at home after a brief
illness. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert in 1994; and sisters,
Jane Riley and Lois Goostrey. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law,
Robert Duffy of Elmira, William and Maryjo Duffy of Stevensville, MD, and
Michael and Judy Duffy of Elmira; grandchildren, Molly, Billy and Meghan
Duffy, and Rachel Horton; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, John and Regina
Duffy of Elmira; several nieces and nephews, including niece, Patricia
Goostrey of Elmira; cousins, Ann Cunningham of Corning, Joseph P. Clark
of Corning, Thomas (Marla) Clark and children of Fairport, NY, Ellen Clark
of Painted Post. Patricia was a communicant of St. Mary's Church and she
retired from Elmira College. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter
J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Friday,
December 29th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers will be offered there
on Saturday, December 30th, at 10 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at 10:30 a.m. in St. Mary's Church. Rev. Richard Farrell, Celebrant.
Committal prayers and interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Pat through donations to
St. Mary's Church Restoration Fund, 224 Franklin St., Elmira, NY 14904,
or Southern Tier Hospice & Palliative Care, 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning,
NY 14830.
ROBYCK - KEENAN
Celeste A. Age 43, of Elmira, died at her home, surrounded by her loving
family. Celeste was born February 11, 1962, a daughter of John and Lucy
DiCastro Robyck. In addition to her parents she is survived by her brother
and sister-in-law Joseph and Sharon Keenan of Waverly, NY with sons, Scott,
Joe and Josh; sister Mary Grace Keenan of Niagara Falls, NY; brother Michael
Robyck of Elmira with son John Michael; special friend Denise Tingey and
faithful dog "Taffi". Celeste was a 1980 graduate of Notre Dame High School.
She had lived and worked in Rochester, NY for 15 years before moving back
to Elmira. Celeste took great joy in the time she could spend with her
nephews. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water
and Walnut Sts., on Sunday, July 3, 2005 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. A
funeral service will follow at 4:00 p.m. Interment will be at St. Peter
& Paul's Cemetery. Celeste's family will provide flowers. Donations
in her memory may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E. Corning
Road, Corning, New York 14830.
RODZAI
Irene L. Age 85, of Elmira, died Friday, December 1, 2006 at St. Joseph's
Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held
Monday, December 4, 2006 at St. Casimir's Church at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements
by McInerny Funeral Home
RODZAI
Irene L. "Aunt Cookie" A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday,
December 4, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. in St Casimir's Church, Elmira. Father Christopher
Linsler was the celebrant and was assisted by Deacon William Dougherty.
The altar server was Jack Kamas. Music was led by organist Frances McLaren,
soloist Susan Amisano and St. Casimir's Church Polish Choir. The St. Casimir's
Rosary and Altar Society formed an honor guard as the casket was carried
into and out of the church. The funeral pall was placed on Irene's casket
by nieces, Barbara Van Dine and Theresa McNamara. Irene's longtime friend
Mary McFarland placed the crucifix on the casket. The first reading was
given by Theresa McNamara and the second reading given by family friend
Lorraine Williams. Deacon Dougherty read the gospel and Fr. Linsler delivered
the homily. The prayers of the faithful were led by niece Mary Fran O'Herron.
Offertory gifts were presented by nieces, Peg Townsend, Jean Brezinsky
and Ann Rodzai. Theresa and Robert McNamara assisted at communion as Eucharistic
Ministers. Remarks of remembrance were given by Barbara Van Dine with support
from Theresa McNamara. Pallbearers were, Joseph Rodzai, Ronald Van Dine,
Daniel Van Dine, Dennis O'Herron, John Brezinsky, Jeffrey Brezinsky, Doug
Hanauer and Robert McNamara. As people left the church they were given
a set of rosary beads in memory of Irene. After the service family and
friends gathered at the White Eagles Club for a luncheon and further sharing
their memories of Irene. On the way to and from the funeral mass the hearse
carrying Irene drove by her life long family home on Fayette St., with
a brief stop both times, for her last trips though the old neighborhood.
ROGERS - STAVISKY
Constance R. Devoted to her family Age 73 of Lincoln Street, Elmira,
NY, passed away Monday, September 3, 2001 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center
after a brief illness. She was born September 1, 1928 in Mansfield, PA,
the daughter of the late Ross Glen and Lillian (Smith) Rogers. She married
Michael A. Stavisky June 14, 1974 at the Christ Episcopal Church in Wellsburg,
NY. Survivors include her loving husband of 27 years, Michael; beloved
children, Steven Walp of Horseheads, NY, Brenda Saxton also of Horseheads,
NY, Priscilla (Ron) Bradley of Sayre, PA, Lorrie (Joe) Raniewicz of Horseheads,
NY; grandchildren, Jeffrey and Heather Saxton, Shawn (Sarah), Kyle and
Jamie Bradley, Jennifer and Andrew Raniewicz; great grandchildren, Nicholas
and Nathaniel Bradley, Jory Woodward; brother, Clair (Mary) Rogers of Covington,
PA; sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Wein of Williamsport, PA, Eva Turner of Tonawanda,
NY, Helen Micholychak of Binghamton, NY; special friends, Ralph (Jerry)
Setzer of Elmira, NY; along with several nieces and nephews. Her brothers,
George and Gilmore Wein, predeceased her. Constance was retired from Marine
Midland Bank after 25 years of faithful service. She enjoyed traveling
and loved playing bingo. Family and friends are invited to call at the
Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave, Elmira, NY on Wednesday,
September 5, 2001 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. A Prayer Service will be held
on Thursday at 10:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00
AM in St. Casimir's Church. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's
Cemetery. The family will provide their own flowers. Memorial Donations
in the name of Constance R. Stavisky may be directed to the Falck Cancer
Center, 600 Roe Ave. Elmira, NY. 14901 or to the St. Casimir's Church Building
Fund, 1004 Davis St. Elmira, NY. 14901.
ROGUS
- PALLADINO
Stella Age 100 years and 6 months, of Elmira, NY. She was born
July 30th, 1906 in Poland, first born of Mary and Josef Rogus, passed away
Sunday, January 28, 2007. She came to the United States at the age of 15
months. She was married in 1927 to the late John Palladino, who she met
at Eldridge Park. She is survived by her daughters and sons, John (Sonia)
Palladino of Horseheads, Carmella Palladino of Elmira, Dorothy (William
D.) Rickard of Clarence, NY, Joseph (Diane) Palladino of Horseheads, Patricia
(Geoffrey) Sayers of Elmira; her grandchildren, Susan (Marty) DiPetta,
Johnny (Gale) Palladino, Mark Palladino (deceased), Anthony Palladino,
William C. Rickard, Barbara (Robert) Locey, Nancy (Scott) Houle, Amy Palladino,
Joseph (Carolyn) Palladino, Gregory (Alison) Sayers, Christopher (Monika)
Sayers, Rebecca (Kevin) Sayers-Koski, Thomas (Debbie) Sayers, Matthew Sayers;
ten great-grandchildren, Marty John, Joseph and Michael DiPetta, Loren
Sayers, Olivia and Bridget Houle, Sophia and Joseph Palladino, Chloe Sayers,
and Nicholas Koski. Stella is also survived by her sister, Catherine (John)
Zubriski; sister-in-law, Ruth (Stanley-deceased) Rogus. She was the sister
of the late Frank (Marian) Rogus, Josephine (Robert) Lepkoske, Bertha (Angelo)
Palladino, Stanley Rogus, Helen (John) Pesesky; also survived by sisters-in-law,
Virginia Mirando, Julia Viselli; and many nieces and nephews. Stella was
a devoted, lifelong communicant of St. Anthony's Church, member of the
Sacred Heart Society, great Yankee fan, avid fisher woman and Bingo player.
Stella enjoyed her family immensely and her birthday became the annual
family reunion. Stella had a unique ability to change with the times which
allowed her to live a long and productive life. She had a profound influence
on the people who knew and loved her. She had a deep devotion to the Blessed
Mother, St. Joseph, The Sacred Heart, and the Rosary. Family and friends
are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira, on Tuesday, January 30th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers
will be offered there on Wednesday, January 31st at 9:30 a.m. followed
by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church. Rev.
Walter L. Wainwright, Celebrant. Committal prayers and interment will follow
in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can
be made to the Dominican Monastery, 1310 W. Church Street, Elmira 14901;
Our Lady of Fatima Shrine, 1023 Swann Rd., PO Box 167 Youngstown, NY 14174-0167
(Polish Monks); Our Lady of Victory Homes of Charity, 780 Ridge Road, Lackawanna
NY 14218-1682 (Severely Disabled Children). Many thanks to Dr. Slimak and
all the nurses at the Chemung County Health Department, all the family,
especially her first grandchild, Susan DiPetta, who gave "Gram" such extra
tender and loving care, making it possible for her to remain home.
ROHRER William A.
98, of Cocoa Beach, Fla., passed away August 28, 2007. His wife of
70 years, Anna (Barto) Rohrer, 90, passed away November 4, 2006. Both were
formerly of Elmira and Penn Yan, N.Y. They are survived by children Virginia
(Richard) Loveland, Mary Ellen (James) Gowan, and William Rohrer; seven
grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren. Private interment in October
in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 9/9/2007.
ROSSI MARIE MARGARET SUFFERN
Suffern, Mrs. Marie Margaret
Of 765 Laurel St. Friday, July 6, 1973 at the Arnot-Ogden Memorial
Hospital. Private calling hours will be held Sunday at the Olthof Funeral
Home at the convenience of the family. Funeral Mass will be held Monday
morning at 9AM in St. Mary’s Church. Burial in St. Peter and Paul’s Cemetery.
She is survived by her husband, Francis C. Suffern; son Michael Suffern;
sister
Mrs Rita Ross; brother John Rossi all of Elmira; nieces
Mrs.
Cathy Hulser of Pine City, Mrs Jacqueline Parker and
Mrs
Mary Ann Marshall of Elmira. Mrs Suffern was a communicant of St. Mary’s
Church
ROVINSKI - WOIDZIK
Sophia R. "Sophie" 94, passed peacefully into the arms of her Heavenly
Father on Saturday, November 26, 2005, at the home of her daughter. Born
in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on May 13, 1911, she was one of eight children of
Eleanor (Kleyps) and Walter Rovinski. She married Frank A. Woidzik on October
25, 1932 in Kingston, PA. They moved to Elmira in February, 1941 where
they raised their family. Sophia worked at Remington Rand during the war
making machine gun bullets. She later worked in a silk mill in Elmira Heights
and wove parachute fabric destined for the military. She was well known
for her knitting and crocheting talents. Many mittens, lap robes and afghans
were made and donated to charities. Hundreds of Rosaries were made and
shipped to missionaries all over the world. She was a member of St Casimir's
Church, its Rosary/Sacred Heart Society, Wanda Circle, Polish Arts Club,
Ladies of Charity and a volunteer for RSVP, Red Cross and Community Kitchen.
She was predeceased by her husband in 1980; parents, and all her sisters
and brothers. Survived by daughter, Dorothea M (John) Watts, Horseheads;
and son, Francis A Woidzik, Schenectady, NY; ten grandchildren, eighteen
great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, cousins; and a special friend,
Veronica Sadonick. Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects
at the home of her daughter Dorothea, 119 Scenic Dr., Horseheads, Wednesday,
November 30, 2005, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Prayer service there Thursday
at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Casimir's Church
at 10 a.m. Rev. Eugene Dobosz, Presider. Burial will follow in Sts. Peter
& Paul's Cemetery. Donations can be made to: Polish Arts Club c/o Jane
Stalica, 1211 Hittown Rd Pine City, NY 14871, or Ladies of Charity c/o
Dorothy Sulllivan, 1997 Davis St., Elmira, NY 14901, or Hospice 11751 East
Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830 (envelopes available at the home). Arrangements
have been entrusted to the Kalec Funeral Home
RUDNICK
- HOLLAND Bertha M. Age 102, formerly of Elmira, died Friday, September
23, 2005 in Costa Mesa CA. Bertha was born August 17, 1903, one of 10 children,
of John and Mary (Gestwick) Rudnick. She is predeceased by her husbands,
Dr. John R. McLaughlin and Robert Holland, and all her siblings. Bertha
is survived by her son John R. McLaughlin of Thousand Palms, CA; grandchildren,
all from California, Lynn McLaughlin, Patricia Hansen, John R. McLaughlin,
II and Carol Jean McLaughlin; along with 5 great-grandchildren. Friends
are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets,
on Monday, September 26, 2005 from 5:00 pm. to 7:00 pm. A Mass of Christian
Burial will be held on Tuesday, September 27, 2005 at 9:30 am in St. Patrick's
Church. Committal prayers and interment will follow at St. Peter &
Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Bertha's memory may be directed to Catholic
Charities, 215 E. Church Street, Elmira, New York 14901.
RUHMEL Charles F., Sr. Age 89, beloved husband, father and grandfather, went to be with the Lord Saturday, July 16, 2005, with his children at his side. Chuck, born on October 27, 1915, the son of the late John and Martha (Zaback) Ruhmel, predeceased by his wife Helen in 1999; sisters Mary (Babe) Schiefen, Margaret Gough; and brothers, George and William (Funcie). Chuck is survived by his children, Chuck and Joan Ruhmel, Mary and Jack Yusko , Raymond Ruhmel and Rita and Jim Tenny; grandchildren, Michael and Vanessa Ruhmel of NC, Scott Ruhmel, Peter and Krissy Ruhmel all of Elmira, Deborah and Anthony Wright of CA, Georgia and Richard Weed, Billy and Lucy Solt all of Elmira, Jimmy and Tracy Tenny of GA and Sandie and Pat Sullivan of Elmira; great-grandchildren, Patrick, Alexis and Aaron Sullivan, Samantha Bower, Sarah and JR Weed, Sydney Wright, Sako and Zachary Solt, Mikey and Sophia Ruhmel and Ian Ruhmel. Chuck is also survived by brothers, John and Betty Ruhmel and Ed Ruhmel; as well as brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, Paul and Delores Rhode, Sophia Ruhmel; and many nieces and nephews. Chuck worked for Hardinge before retiring in 1974. During his lifetime, Chuck loved to work on cars and spent many hours in his garage fixing them for family and friends. During the summer, Chuck enjoyed his cottage on Keuka Lake, which he built with the help of his family and friends. After his retirement, Chuck worked part-time for Gough Holding Corporation until 1997. In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing with his buddies and bowling. He was a communicant of St. John the Baptist Church, a member of the White Eagles Club and the B.P.O.E. # 62. Chuck loved his family and was a wonderful role model to his children and grandchildren. He had a winning smile and twinkling blue eyes that lit up when he had his grandchildren with him. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Tuesday, July 19th, from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers will be offered there on Wednesday, July 20th 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. In lieu of flowers, Chuck may be remembered through donations to Ss. Peter & Paul Parish Center, 161 High St., Elmira, NY 14901. A special thanks to Dr. Corbalan and Ken Wrigley and all the wonderful staff on the fifth floor of the Chemung County Nursing Facility who watched over Chuck, and for the exceedingly loving care they gave to him.
RUHMEL Edward R.
Age 87, of Elmira, NY. He was born February 10, 1920 in Elmira, son
of the late John and Martha (Zaback) Ruhmel, and went home to be with the
Lord on Thursday, August 16, 2007. He was predeceased by his wife, Rita
in 1984; sisters, Mary Schiefen, Margaret Gough; brothers, George, William
(Funcie) and Charles (Chuck). Ed is survived by his daughter, Nancy (Robert)
Shon; grandchildren, Lisa (Robert) Berson and Kevin (Deanna) Shon; great-grandchildren,
Devin, Hailey and Benjamin Shon and Aeden Berson; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law,
Sophia Ruhmel, John and Margaret Sullivan. Ed was employed with Bendix
Corp. until his retirement in 1975. After retirement he was employed part-time
with Gough Holding Corporation. In his spare time he enjoyed golfing, bowling
and dancing. Ed was a communicant of Ss. Peter & Paul Church. He was
a member of the White Eagles Club and B.P.O.E. #62 in Elmira. Family and
friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St.
at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Monday, August 20th, from 10:30 a.m. to
12:30 p.m. Prayers will be offered there at 12:30 p.m. followed by a Mass
of Christian Burial at 1 p.m. in Ss. Peter & Paul Church. Rev. Walter
L. Wainwright, Celebrant. Committal prayers and interment will follow in
St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may
remember Ed through donations to the Alzheimer's Assoc. of Chemung County
at ALZ Facilitator Group, P.O. Box 588, Elmira, NY 14902.
RUHMEL John, Jr.
Age 94, of Horseheads, NY. He was born February 20, 1914 in Elmira,
son of the late John, Sr. and Martha (Zaback) Ruhmel, and passed away Sunday,
June 8, 2008, unexpectedly at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was predeceased
by his first wife, Helen Catherine Ruhmel in 1987; brothers, George, Charles,
Francis and Edward; sisters, Mary Schieffen and Margaret Gough; grandson,
John David Ruhmel. John is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Rourke-Ruhmel;
sons and daughters-in-law, John Ruhmel III, Robert and Iolani Ruhmel, Richard
and Donna Ruhmel, Joseph, Sr. and Janet Ruhmel; nine grandchildren; 15
great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. John was a
communicant of Ss. Peter & Paul Church. He retired from Hardinge, Inc.
after 37 years of service and then was employed with Gough Holding Corporation.
He built homes and was a master custom cabinetmaker. John enjoyed fishing,
hunting, golf and dancing. He was a husband, father, grandfather, plumber,
carpenter, toolmaker, mechanic, electrician, landscaper, problem solver
and Mr. Fit It (measure twice, cut once)! Family and friends are invited
to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave.,
Elmira, on Thursday, June 12th, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Prayers will be
offered at 12 noon followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 in Ss.
Peter & Paul's Church. Committal prayers and interment will follow
in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 6/10/2008.
RULLO Peter J. Age 79, of 332 Mary St., Elmira, NY. He was born November, 22, 1925 in Elmira, son of the late Gregory and Angelina (Maggadino) Rullo (Ruvolo) and passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2005, unexpectedly at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Peter is survived by his wife of 58 years, Albina (Cafolla); children and their spouses, James and Sharon of Binghamton, Mary Buchholz of Elmira, Michael and Barbara of Elmira; grandchildren, Brian (Megan), Michael (Alaina), Daniel (Summer) and Andrew Rullo, Christopher (Kelly), Michael (Tatianna), David (Sarah) and Brian Buchholz, Matthew, Timothy and Jessica Rullo; great-grandchildren, Isabella and Gianna Rullo, Emma and Skyla, Jordan and Aden Buchholz; sisters and brother-in-law, Theresa and Frank Fusare, Vita Lilley, all of Elmira; along with several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Casper, Joe, Anthony and Paul; sister, Marian Lentini; and son-in-law, Leslie Buchholz. Mr. Rullo retired from the City of Elmira after 35 years of service. He was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church, a veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army and a member of the D.A.V. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Peter had a special devotion to the Sacred Heart and was an inspiration to his family. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St., at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, September 18th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers will be offered there on Monday, September 19th, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church. Rev. Walter L. Wainwright, Celebrant. Committal prayers and interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
RUSSO Michael A. Age 84, of Elmira, NY passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2006, at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was the son of the late Joseph and Antoinette Perna Russo. Michael is survived by his devoted wife of 53 years, Elsie Russo; father of, Joseph, Samuel, Marie (Steve) Sampson, Kathryn (Robert) Kerr, Theresa (Harvey) Holden, all of Elmira, NY; seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews; cousins, Christine Rossi, and Rose Campenelli; brothers, Robert and Samuel Russo; sister, Genevieve Burris; in-laws, Marian and Peter Ewanyk, Alan Carpenter. Predeceased by in-laws, Bob Cheney, and Betty Carpenter. Michael was a United States Army Air Corps veteran of WWII. He worked at Remington Rand Inc., and retired from American LaFrance after 31 years of service. Michael was also a shoe repairman for many years, and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Friday September 22, 2006, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. with Funeral and Committal service there Friday at 6:00 p.m. Graveside service with full Military Honors will be held Saturday at 11:00 a.m. in St Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Those wishing may make memorials to the American Cancer Society in Michael's memory.
RUTH Anthony F. Sr.
Southport Resident, Was born March 19, 1937 in Elmira, NY, the son
of the late Martin and Carmella (Peterson) Ruth, passed away unexpectedly
on Wednesday, February 27, 2008, at the Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester,
NY, at the age of 70. His brother, Martin Ruth predeceased him. He married
Norma Seymour, April 22, 1961, in Elmira, NY; they have celebrated 46 wonderful
years of life and love together. His survivors include his beloved Norma;
adored children, Anthony F. (Marie) Ruth Jr. of Pine City, NY, Barbara
(Tod) Martin of Liberty, NC, Christina (Michael) Wallace of Matthews, NC;
much-loved grandchildren, Ryan Ruth, Dale Nye, Shannon Martin, Alana Martin,
Cory Martin, Cassandra Wallace, Jacob Wallace, Matthew Wallace; brother,
Samuel (Cheryl) Ruth of Elmira, NY; along with several nieces and nephews.
"Tony" was a dedicated employee of the former Thatcher Glass Company, retiring
from Anchor Glass with a combined retirement of 40 years. He was a member
of the Pine City Sportsman Club in his earlier years. He enjoyed camping
with his devoted wife and best friend, Norma. Family and friends are invited
to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira,
NY 14904, on Friday, February 29, 2008, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral
services honoring his life will be held there on Saturday, March 1, 2008,
at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/28/2008.
RUTZKE, Gerald C. Elmira Resident Age 66 of St. Patrick's Apts., Elmira, NY., passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2000 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was predeceased by his parents Charles in 1975 and Anna (Mayshak) in 1986; sister Loretta Turner in 1997. Survived by his brother and sister-in-law Carmen and Helen of Millerton, PA; sisters Betty Darmstadt of Elmira and Mary Osgood of Gillett, PA; aunt Martha Buczkowski of Elmira along with several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Sunday, July 2nd from 2 to 4 PM. Funeral and Committal Services will follow at 4 PM. Interment will be in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
RUTZKE, Gerard J.
Age 47, of Elmira, died Sunday, May 6, 2007 at his home. Gerard was
born May 16, 1959, a son of Bernard C. and Jean Golata Rutzke. In addition
to his parents he is survived by his son, Daniel S. Talvi of Breesport,
NY; brother and sister-in-law, Michael A. and Corinne Rutzke of Ithaca,
NY; sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Theresa and Andrew Keefer of Sayre,
PA, Bernadette M. and Whang Phang of Arlington, VA, Katherine A. Hoey of
Athens, PA, Margaret M. Rutzke of Elmira, and Jean M. and Bruce Askey of
Elmira; along with several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Gerard was
a graduate of Notre Dame High School and attended Corning Community College.
He worked for a number of years as a food service manager at Elmira College.
Most recently Gerard was employed in the Food Service Department at the
Elmira Correctional Facility and he also did catering as a side job. He
was an avid Notre Dame University fan. Friends are invited to McInerny
Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Wednesday, May 9, 2007
from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A prayer service
will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, May 10, 2007 at 9:15 a.m.,
followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at Ss. Peter &
Paul Church. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
Donations in Gerard's memory may be made to an educational fund for his
son, Daniel…Education Fund for Daniel Talvi, c/o Jean Askey, 530 Partridge
Street, Elmira NY 14904. Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/8/2007.
RYAN - Mrs. Hannah Ryan Kane
Mrs. Hannah Kane, widow of Michael Kane, died at the home of her daughter,
Mrs. E.J. Elston, of 474 Mt. Zoar street, Friday morning at 7 o'clock after
an extended illness. She is survived by one son, Thomas; two daughters,
Mrs. E.J. Elston and Miss Hannah Kane of Buffalo; a sister, Mrs. W. McNamara;
a brother, Thomas Ryan. The funeral will be held Monday morning at
8:15 o'clock at the home and at the St. Mary Church at 9 o'clock.
Burial in the SS. Peter and Paul cemetery.[Elmira Star Gazette, Saturday
May 31, 1924, page 13]
RYAN - Mrs. Hannah Ryan Kane
Mrs. Hannah Kane, widow of Michael Kane, died at the home of her daughter,
Mrs. E.J. Elston, of 474 Mt. Zoar street, Friday morning at 7 o'clock after
an extended illness. She is survived by one son, Thomas; two daughters,
Mrs. E.J. Elston and Miss Hannah Kane of Buffalo; a sister, Mrs. W. McNamara;
a brother, Thomas Ryan. The funeral will be held Monday morning at
8:15 o'clock at the home and at the St. Mary Church at 9 o'clock.
Burial in the SS. Peter and Paul cemetery.[Elmira Star Gazette, Saturday
May 31, 1924, page 13]
RYAN
John G. Wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather
Age 88, of Elmira, Passed away on Friday, October 12, 2001 at St. JosephÕs
Hospital. Survived by loving wife of 67 years, Margaret Kosloske Ryan;
Daughter & Son-in-law, Marjorie & James McFarland, Pine City, Son
& Daughter-in-law: J. Gerald & Diana Ryan, Pine City, : Grandchildren:
Kathy (Tom) Minotti, J. R.. (Cheryll) McFarland, Julie (Bill) Casbolt,
Michael (Kristy) Ryan, John Ryan & Thomas Ryan; Great-Grandchildren:
Matthew & Ryan Minotti, Tricia & Patrick McFarland, John Thomas
(JT) Ryan, & Melissa Casbolt; Sisters-in-law: Helen Stansfield, Dorothy
Wichtowski, Dolores Burnell, Many dear Nieces & Nephews. Pre-deceased
by parents, William & Mary Ryan, brothers: Benny & James Ryan:
Sisters, Anna Scheepsma, Elizabeth Howe & Eleanor Horigan. Those wishing
may make a Memorial Donation in John's Memory to St. Casimir's Church or
American Red Cross. John was a communicant of St. Casimir's Church, Past
President of John G. Ryan, Inc., member of the Elks Club for 50 years,
member of the Hibernians, Elmira Fraternal Order of Eagles & a Past
Commodore of the Watkins Glen Yacht Club. Family will receive Relatives
& Friends at the Kalec Funeral Home, Monday, October 15, 2001, 2-4
& 7-9 PM. Prayer Service there Tuesday at 10 AM followed by a Mass
of Christian Burial at 11 AM in St. Casimir's Church. Internment will follow
in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
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