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and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade"
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TARENTINO - RUSH
Virginia M. Age 91, of Redford, MI, formerly of Schuyler Ave. Elmira,
died Thursday, November 30, 2006 in Michigan. She was born September 5,
1915, a daughter of Joseph and Mary (Cappelli) Tarentino. Virginia is predeceased
by her husband Carroll E. Rush. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law,
Joseph E. and Victoria Rush of Bloomfield Hills, MI, with their son Michael;
and step-sons, Michael E. Rush of Amsterdam, NY and John E. Rush of Houston,
TX. She and her husband were caretakers for NYS Department of Parks and
Recreation. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water
and Walnut Sts., on Saturday, December 9, 2006 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
A funeral service will follow at 6:00 p.m. Interment will be in St. Peter
& Paul's Cemetery. Those wishing may remember Virginia through donations
to either Kairos Institute, 317 East 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48067
or March of Dimes, 5 Adler Drive, East Syracuse, NY 13057.
TAYLOR Richard A. Age 73, of 239 Scottwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY, passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2006, at Elcor Health Services in Horseheads, NY. Richard was born in Elmira on November 1, 1932, son of the late Charles and Ida (Johnson) Taylor. Richard enjoyed spending his time with his family for which he loved. He will be sadly missed by those that knew him. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Evelyn (Bliss) Taylor; daughters, Bonnie Taylor of NC, Judith Briem of Elmira Heights, Susan Taylor and Mary Beth Taylor, both of Elmira; sons, Richard (Michelle) Jr. Taylor and Daniel Taylor of NM, Thomas (Lori) Taylor, Terrence Taylor and Michael (Marcy) Taylor of NC; sister, Marie (Jim) Fazzary of FL; 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Richard was predeceased by his brother, Charles Taylor. Family and friends are invited to call Friday, October 13, 2006, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A Mass Of Christian Burial will be held for Richard on Saturday, October 14, 2006, at 9:30 a.m. in St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church with Rev. Thomas O'Brien officiating. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
TAYLOR Richard A. Age 73, of 239 Scottwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY, passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2006, at Elcor Health Services in Horseheads, NY. Family and friends are invited to call Friday, October 13, 2006, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A Mass Of Christian Burial will be held for Richard on Saturday, October 14, 2006, at 9:30 a.m. in St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church with Rev. Thomas O'Brien officiating. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Richard can be made to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830
TERPOLILLI Richard Age 56, of 256 Overlook Dr., Horseheads, NY. He was born February 24, 1951 in Elmira, son of Joseph and Rose (Bonsignore) Terpolilli and passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2007, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center after a brief illness. He was predeceased by his mother, Rose; and is survived by his wife of 17 years, Debra (Ham) Terpolilli; daughter, Nicole Terpolilli; and grandson, Aronde Terpolilli, both of Elmira; father, Joseph Terpolilli of Elmira; brothers, Anthony (Debbie Edele) of Burdett, NY, Joseph P. of Watsontown, PA, Marc (Debbie) of Big Flats, Gregg (Michelle Allington) of Elmira; nieces, Alexandria and Candice Terpolilli; nephews, Andrew Terpolilli and Michael Ham; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Janice and Philip Ham of Apalachin, NY; brothers-in-law, Martin (Melanie) Ham of Roanoke, VA, Roger (Denise) Ham of Hackensack, NJ, Scott (Susan) Ham of Somerville, AL; along with several aunts, uncles and cousins. Rich was a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Church. He was Director of Quality Assurance for Cerebral Palsy and Handicapped Children's Assoc. of Chemung County; graduated from EFA, CCC and received his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees from Elmira College. Rich played bass in the band Sunshine for over 20 years. He enjoyed tennis, fishing and especially his boat "Lilli's Pad" on Seneca Lake. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Friday, March 30th, from 4 to 8 p.m. Prayers will be offered there on Saturday, March 31st, at 8:45 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Mary Our Mother Church. Rev. Christopher Linsler, Celebrant. Committal prayers and interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Family and friends are also invited to a luncheon at the West Elmira Vol. Fire Dept. immediately following his services. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Rich through donations to the Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14901; or the Cerebral Palsy and Handicapped Children's Assoc. of Chemung County, 1118 Charles St., Elmira, NY 14904.
TERPOLILLI - LEWIS Rose Terpolilli
Age 88, of 60 Dearborn Court, Lawrenceburg, IN, formerly of Elmira,
NY, passed away quietly in her sleep to join her beloved husband, Stephen
Lewis. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Kathryn (Robert) Bradley;
grandchildren, Stephen (Tracey) Bradley and Warren (Maribeth) Bradley;
great-grandchildren, Grant Bradley, Jack Bradley, and Chase Bradley, all
of Lawrenceburg, IN; brother, Joseph Terpolilli of Elmira, NY; sister-in-law,
Ann Terpolilli of Elmira, NY; nieces, nephews, and dear friends. She was
predeceased by her siblings, Antoinette, James, Philomena, Arthur (Pat),
and Congetta. Rose was a long-standing member of St. John the Baptist Church
in Elmira, NY and worshipped at St. Joseph's in Cleves, OH. Rose's life
was very full with the many family members enjoying a very close relationship,
sparked with numerous batches of pizzelles and chocolate chip cookies.
Friends and family will be received from 11:30-12:30 p.m. Tuesday, March
18, 2008, at the Walter Kent Funeral Home at 858 Lake St. in Elmira, NY.
Interment will follow in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,
contributions may be made to the St. Lawrence School Library in Lawrenceburg,
IN in her memory. Published in the Star-Gazette from 3/16/2008 -
3/17/2008.
THOMPSON
Paul D. Beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather Age 69 of Elmira, NY,
at home surrounded by his loving wife, family and friends when he was called
to be with his Heavenly Father on Monday, August 6, 2001 after a courageous
battle with Cancer. Paul was survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Josephine;
daughters and sons-in-law, Paulette & Don Clark of Lucas, TX, Mary-Jo
& Bill Cicconi of Elmira, NY; Donna Thompson of Horseheads, NY, Sharon
& Martin Culshaw, Jo-Ann & Steven Gilmore of Elmira, NY and son
& daughter-in-law, Paul D. II & Mary-Fran Thompson of Elmira, NY
and 16 grandchildren; also survived by brothers; Richard (Pauline) of Campbell,
NY, Ronald (Jo-Ann) of Elmira, NY and John (Sally) of Caton, NY; sisters,
Betty (Clifford) Cartwright of Elmira, NY and Gloria (Larry) Clark of Corning,
NY; sisters-in-law, Frances (Rocco) Fragnito of Endwell, NY, Philomena
Messina of Elmira, NY, Theresa D'Abbracci of Penn Yan, NY and brother-in-law,
Joseph Berardi of Las Vegas, NV and sisters-in-law, Antionette Ricigliano
and Mary DeRico, both of Elmira, NY; numerous nieces and nephews and close
friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Dorothy Thompson
of Corning, NY; sisters, Winifred and Norma; brothers, Robert and Daniel
Jr. Paul was a retired meat cutter for Great American Food Stores with
45 years of service and a Communicant of St. Anthony's Church. He enjoyed
landscaping and remodeling his home, but most of all spending time with
his family. Family and friends are invited to the Kalec Funeral Home on
Thursday, August 9, 2001 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. A prayer service will be
held there at 9:00 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial held at St.
Anthony's Church on Friday, August 10, 2001 at 10:00am with the Rev. Walter
Wainwright officiating. Interment Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In
lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Southern Tier Hospice,
185 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830, envelopes will be provided by
the funeral home. The family wishes to express a heartfelt thank you to
Dr. Calderone for all his kindness and support he has given us. Also a
special thank you to his Hospice Nurses, Julie, Carol & Carol Ann for
all their support, compassion and devotion at our time of need.
TIGUE Donald J.
Age 82 of Big Flats, died Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at Arnot Ogden
Medical Center. Don was born November 9, 1924, a son of Joseph and Catherine
O'Connor Tigue. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Mary Lynch
Tigue; brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Jean Tigue of Milton, PA;
brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Walter "Bill" Cook of Pine City, Donald
Rothacher of Marysville, CA, Barbara Tigue of Bolingbrook, IL, Timothy
and Virginia Lynch of Horseheads, Thomas and Margaret Lynch of Bradenton,
FL, and Florence and Gerald Holloway of Elmira; along with several nieces,
nephews. Don is predeceased by his sisters, Rita Cook and Dorothy Rothacher,
and brother, Bernard Tigue. Family and friends are invited to a Mass of
Christian Burial on Friday, August 17, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at Ss. Peter &
Paul Church. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
Arrangements by McInerny Funeral Home. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 8/16/2007.
TOKARSKI John S. Of Elmira, died unexpectedly on Monday, September 26, 2005. John is survived by his wife, Marilyn of 37 years; son, Mark Tokarski, Washington, DC; daughter and son-in-law, Christina and Andrew Bodewes; and granddaughters, Sarah and Jessica Bodewes, Rochester; mother, Theresa Tokarski, Elmira; sisters, Antoinette (John) Duke, Elmira, Jeanette (Thomas) Przymusik, Horseheads; brother, Theodore (Felicia) Tokarski, Elmira; uncle, Frank Augustine, Chicago; aunts and uncles in Poland; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his father, Andrew Tokarski; and sister, Helen Tokarski. John was the caretaker and a communicant of St. Casimir's Church, and a member of the White Eagles Club. Family will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home Thursday, September 29th, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Prayer Service will be held there Friday, September 30th, at 9:45 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at St. Casimir's Church. Committal will follow in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery
TOLLINCHI Alissa Renee
Infant daughter of Serena Baldick and Christopher Tollinchi of Elmira,
NY, Friday, November 14, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She is
survived by her parents; maternal grandparents, Patricia Brimmer and Mark
Baldick, Sr.; paternal grandparents, Judy Falcon and Miguel Angel Tollinchi;
along with several other relatives. Family and friends are invited to visit
Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on
Tuesday, November 18th, from 5 to 6 p.m. Her funeral and committal services
will follow at 6 p.m. Interment will take place in St. Peter & Paul's
Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/18/2008
TONER - MILAZZO, Jean L.
Age 83, of Elmira, died Thursday, February 7, 2008 at St. Joseph's
Hospital. Jean was born May 1, 1924, in Johnstown, PA, the daughter of
the late Morgan R. and Ethel Hummel Toner. In addition to her parents she
is predeceased by her husband, Salvatore L. Milazzo. Jean is survived by
her son and daughter-in-law, Charles R. and Sue Milazzo of Corning, NY,
with their daughters, Anne, Kate, and Laura; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law,
Richard and Dorothy Milazzo and Charles D. Milazzo all of Elmira; several
nieces and nephews; special cousins, Eileen Clites and Nancy Karlinsey
of Johnstown, PA. Jean had a long career in nursing that started at the
Anderson Orthopedic Clinic and Hospital in Arlington, VA. She helped convert
the small clinic into a hospital. Jean retired as a nursing supervisor
from St. Joseph's Hospital in 1986 after 30 years of service. She was an
active volunteer and member of the St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary since
her retirement. Jean was a long time communicant of St. Mary's Church.
She was also an active member of the Ladies of Charity for many years,
and a volunteer with RSVP and ARC. Family and friends are invited to McInerny
Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Sunday, February 10,
2008 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held there on
Monday, February 11, 2008 at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at 10:00 a.m. in St. Mary's Church. Committal prayers and interment
will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations
in Jean's memory may be directed to St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation for
Charity Care, 555 E. Market Street, Elmira NY 14901. Published in
the Star-Gazette on 2/9/2008.
TONGATE Lisa K. YORK, 47, of Horseheads, NY, died Thursday, April 6, 2000 at Arnot Ogden Hospital in Elmira after a courageous battle with cancer. Lisa was employed with the Chemung County Department of Health for 23 years. She is survived by her husband, David; mother, Constance Tongate of Elmira; aunt and uncle, Barbara and Robert Neilson of Penn Yan, NY; aunt, Beatrice Ulawski of CA; two step-children, Stephanie Bennett and Craig York, both of Horseheads; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert and Betty York of Troy, PA; brother-in-law, Lee (Sandy) York of Harrisburg, PA; step-family members. She was predeceased by her father, John Tongate, in May 1998. Services were held April 8 at the Barrett funeral Home in Horseheads with the rev. Patrick L. Connor officiating and interment to be in St. Peter & Paul’s Cemetery. Contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society in her memory.
TOTA ELIZABETH M. "BETTY" SAVINO
Elizabeth M. "Betty" Age 75, of Elmira, died Friday, August 11, 2006,
at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She is survived by her husband
of 52 years, Joseph A. Savino, Sr.; her children, son, Joseph A., Jr. (Debra)
of Pine City, with their children, Michael, Gregory and Kristen, daughter,
Kathleen S. (Whitney) Vantine of Youngstown, NY, with their children, Emily
and Tyler, son, David M. Savino of Geneva, NY, daughter, Debra (Mario)
DeMichele of Elmira, with their child, Lauren, daughter, Diane (Michael)
Carozza of Horseheads, son, Peter J. (Linda) Savino of Stone Ridge, VA;
predeceased by her daughter, Carolyn Savino; and also survived by her brother,
Kenneth "Pete" Tota of Horseheads; sister, Carol Nitsche of Darnestown,
MD; predeceased by her parents, Kenneth and Hester Tota; and a sister,
Tonette Stapleton; survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins, including
cousin and special friend, Marie Wolf; brother-in-law, Tom Stapleton, NJ.
Betty was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She loved and enjoyed
her family and pets. Betty was a wonderful artist, a member of the Elmira
Art Club, PAL program, avid book reader and a member of St. Patrick's Church.
Family will provide flowers, those wishing may make a donation to the Chemung
County Nursing Facility Activities Fund in her memory (envelopes available
at the church). At her request, there will be no calling hours but relatives
and friends are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial at St. Patrick's
Church, Monday, August 14th, at 10 a.m., Rev. Walter Wainwright, Celebrant,
with burial to follow in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Arrangements
have been entrusted to the Kalec Funeral Home.
TRENGO
Joseph L. Of Chemung, NY Age 62 of Wilawana Rd., Chemung, NY, died
Sunday, June 11, 2000 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. He was
born April 30, 1938 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Michael and
Immaculata Nisco Trengo. Joe was a U.S. Air Force Veteran, retired from
the IBEW Local #139 Electricians Union, member of the Board of Directors
of the Chemung County Farm Bureau and a member of Agland Preservation
Committee. He owned and operated Trengo Farms in Chemung, NY. Friends may
call at Roberts Funeral Home, Wellsburg, NY, Tuesday from 4 to 7 PM. Funeral
services immediately following at 7:00 PM. The Rev. Vincent Langan
of St. John's Catholic Church, South Waverly, PA officiating. Interment
in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery, Elmira, NY at the convenience of the
family. Friends wishing may donate to a charity of one's choice in
Joe's memory. Joe is survived by his wife, Mary Lou; daughter and son-in-law,
Vicky and Will Petty of Barton, NY; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and
Elizabeth Trengo of Church Hill, MD; sisters, Mary Malone and Ann Trengo,
both of Elmira, NY; 4 grandchildren; mother and father-in-law, Mary
and Henry Coppini of Elmira, NY; sister-in-law, Jeanie (Bob)
Knight and brother-in-law, Henry (Pat) Coppini, all of Dallas, TX; also
several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; and sisters,
Josephine and Loretta.
TURNER John E. Sr.
Age 78, of Elmira, NY, passed away unexpectedly Friday morning, November
28, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. John was the son of the late
William L. and Erma Brown Turner. He was born here in Elmira on April 6,
1930. Surviving him is his beloved wife of 61 years, Mildred Leff Turner;
daughter, Jerrie Elizabeth (Floyd) Barrett of Lowman, NY; son, John E.
Turner, Jr. of Tampa, FL; grandchildren, Jerrilyn Thomas, Kenneth Barrett
of Williamsport, PA; great-grandchildren, Steven Thomas (Vicki), Sarah
Thomas; great-great-grandchildren, Cody, Christian, Cadence, and Cole;
special friend, Carl Crooks of Tampa, FL; brother and sister-in-law, William
and Kathlene Leff of Elmira; several nieces and nephews. In addition to
his parents, John was predeceased by his brothers, William F. Turner; James
L. Turner; and sister, Marian E. Turner. Family and friends are invited
to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport,
on Monday, December 1, 2008, from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian
Burial will be held in St. Mary's Church, 224 Frankiln St., Elmira, on
Tuesday, December 2, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Richard Farrell will celebrate
the Mass. Graveside committal prayers will be shared in St. Peter &
Paul's Cemetery following the Mass. John was a life communicant of St.
Mary's Church, Elmira. He was proud to be a 52-year member and past lieutenant
of the Southport Volunteer Fire Dept. He was a dedicated employee of Elm
Chevrolet for 42 years. He was a member of the Southport Gold Card Senior
Citizens Group, and a dedicated race fan of all the area had to offer.
He attended races at all the local tracks including Chemung, Owego, Oswego,
and Syracuse. He found great joy in being a grandfather and he loved the
circus. He and Mildred loved attending all the area park concerts during
the spring and summer months. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial
donations in his name to the Southport Volunteer Fire Dept., 1001 Carl
St., Elmira, NY 14904; or St. Mary's Church. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 11/29/2008
VanGORDER - ENYEDY
Kathleen A. (VanGorder) Age 78 of Rochester, NY, formerly of Elmira,
died Thursday, August 2, 2001 at Monroe Community Hospital. Kathleen was
born in Elmira on May 10, 1923, daughter of Emery and Kathleen Mack Enyedy.
She is survived by her daughters, Kathleen Morris of Fairport, NY with
husband Larry and children Jason and Brent; Carol Carozza of Stanford,
NY with children Corrie, Kyle and Jesse; and Roberta Johnson o f Elmira.
Also surviving are sister Joan Sandore of Elmira and brother-in-law Arnold
Bertsche of Honesdale PA; along with several nieces and nephews. Friends
are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary's Church, Elmira
on Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 11:00 A.M. Interment will follow at St.
Peter and Paul's Cemetery. Kate was retired from the Chemung County Clerk's
office. Donations in Kate's memory may be directed to Monroe Community
Hospital Auxiliary, 435 E. Henrietta Road, Rochester NY 14620 or Hospice
of Rochester, 70 Metro Park, Rochester NY 14623. Arrangements by McInerny
Funeral Home.
VanKUREN - BRANN
Helen V. Age 90, of Elmira NY, died Tuesday, February 13, 2007 at the
Chemung County Nursing Facility. Helen was born in Elmira on November 14,
1916, the daughter of James and Eleanor (Fabinski) VanKuren. She is survived
by her daughter Kathleen M. Buffalin of Phoenix AZ; sons, Michael J. Brann
of Raleigh NC, and Daniel J. Brann of Elmira; grandchildren, Stephen, Kevin
and Kristin Buffalin, Derek and Courtney Brann and Patrick Brann; 1 great
granddaughter; 2 great grandsons; cousin, Mary Murray of Elmira; and 2
nephews. Helen was a long time communicant of the former St. John the Baptist
Church and currently a parishioner of Ss. Peter & Paul Church. Friends
are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets
on Friday, February 16, 2007 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian
Burial will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. in Ss.
Peter & Paul's Church. Committal prayers and interment will follow
at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Helen's memory may be
directed to St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation, 555 E. Market St. Elmira
14901 or a charity of one's choice.
VANSTROM - GILL
Carol V. Age 68, of 415 Bonaview St., Elmira, NY. She was born January
19, 1938 in Jamestown, NY, daughter of the late Albert and Florelle (Stone)
Vanstrom and passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2006, at home after an extended
illness. She was predeceased by her brothers, Alfred and Erik Vanstrom;
and is survived by her husband of 42 years, George R. Gill; children and
their spouses, Patty and Mark Wood of Horseheads, Barbara and Glenn Leonard
of Tioga, PA, Christopher Gill and Jean Spoore of Horseheads; grandchildren,
Stephen, Brandon and Jennifer Wood, Austin and Erica Leonard, Katlyn, Hailey
and Colin Gill; brother, Donald Vanstrom, and sister, Vivian Colander,
both of Jamestown, NY; along with several nieces and nephews. Carol was
a communicant of St. Mary's Church and a member of the Third Order of St.
Francis. She retired as Executive Assistant of Administration with St.
Joseph's Hospital in 2003 after 22 years of service and was a member of
the Board of Directors of the Madison Avenue Pharmacy. Family and friends
are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, November 26th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers
will be offered there on Monday, November 27th at 9:30 a.m., followed by
a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 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
Carol through donations to the Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira,
NY 14901, or the Chemung County S.P.C.A., 2435 State Route 352, Elmira,
NY 14903.
VAN WERT John H. Jr.
With a tender heart, sweet nature and delightful sense of humor, John
Van Wert lived well and loved best for 83 years. While he died September
29, 2007, his family takes great comfort in the fact that the qualities
that made him special have been passed on to his grandchildren: Molly,
Michael and Timothy Gingrich, Mark, Peter, Timothy and Patricia Van Wert.
They, with their grandmother, Marguerite, parents, Michael and Mary Van
Wert, Teresa Van Wert Gingrich Benedict, Jerry Gingrich and James Benedict,
uncles, William Van Wert and John Van Wert, and Julie and Dylan Foster,
cherished this man who worked hard his entire life to support and nurture
his family. He never slept a full night when his children were growing
up, working the late shift for a little extra money and a little more time
with his kids. He celebrated us, he teased us and he gave us a childhood
filled with fun, security and comfort. John was married for 58 years to
his best friend Marguerite. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service, and
was a World War II veteran. His family continues to expand as his great
grandchild Delia was born in 2004 to Mark Van Wert and his wife Sally.
In death he joins his parents John and Loretta Van Wert, his brother William
and sister Margaret and Casey. John Van Wert lived simply but his capacity
for love is an enviable legacy. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral
Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets on Tuesday, October 2, 2007
from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held there on Wednesday,
October 3, 2007 at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at
10:00 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Committal prayers and interment
will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Memorials may be directed
to St. Thomas of Canterbury Elementary School, 4827 North Kenmore, Chicago,
Illinois 60640, the inner-city school where granddaughter Molly teaches,
or the Dominican Monastery, 1310 W. Church St. Elmira NY 14905. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 10/2/2007.
VERBANIC Barbara T. Of Phoenix, AZ, formerly of Elmira, NY, was called to the Lord on May 10, 2005. Barbara was born in Elmira, NY, on December 12, 1914, graduated from Elmira Free Academy and attended beauty school. She co-owned Winifred Beauty Shop until 1969 when she and her mother moved to Phoenix, AZ to be close to her sister, Theresa. She had a career in retail at Robinson's May (Goldwater's) department store, retiring in 1989. Her parents, Stephen and Katherine Verbanic; sisters, Mary Cermak, Katherine Verbanic, Helen Reinhart, Mildred Fischer; and brothers, Joseph and Michael, preceded her in death. She is survived by sister, Theresa (Arthur) Paterson; many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. A devout Catholic, Barbara cherished time with her family, and was a treasure to all who knew her. She will be remembered for her generosity and love. Burial will be held at 9:00 a.m. June 28, 2005 at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations may be made in Barbara's memory to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014
WALDEN - PESESKY
Roxanne L. Age 47 of 264 W. 11th St. Elmira Heights, NY passed away
on Tuesday December 18, 2001 at home surrounded by her loving family. Roxanne
was born August 4, 1954 at Fort Clayton in the Panama Canal Zone the daughter
of Donald L. Walden and Elizabeth A. Caley Walden. Roxanne married her
husband, Thomas E. Pesesky, on February 2, 1990 and they celebrated their
11th Wedding Anniversary on February 2, 2001. Roxanne was an administrative
assistant at Southerntier Custom Fabricators in Elmira Heights, NY. Roxanne
was a communicant of St. Charles Borromeo Church in Elmira Heights, NY.
She was pre-deceased by her mother, Elizabeth A. Caley Prechtl, on October
5, 2001 and by her step-father, John H. Brenzo. Roxanne is survived by
her loving and devoted husband Thomas E. Pesesky; son: Michael T. Pesesky
of Elmira Heights, NY; father: Donald L. Walden of Tennessee; sisters and
brother-in-law: Michelle Pabis of Elmira Heights, NY and Elizabeth &
Gerald Pesesky of Elmira Heights, NY; mother-in-law: Rita Pesesky of Elmira
Heights, NY; sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Margaret M. Pesesky Babcock
and John Babcock of Palatine, Illinois; several aunts, uncles, nieces,
nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends including a special uncle
and aunt, Edward M. & Freda Caley of St. Petersburg, Florida. Relatives
and friends are invited to call at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home Mill
St. & Grand Central Ave. Horseheads, NY on Friday December 21, 2001
from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Prayer Service will be held at the Funeral Home
on Saturday December 22, 2001 at 9 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial
Celebrating Roxanne's Life at 10 AM at St. Charles Borromeo Church 130
Oakwood Ave. Elmira Heights, NY. The Rev. Christopher Linsler will be the
Celebrant of Roxanne's Funeral Mass. Interment in St. Peter & Paul's
Cemetery in Elmira , NY. Flowers are acceptable or those wishing may remember
Roxanne through memorials to Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East Corning Road
Corning, NY 14830 or The Falck Cancer Center 600 Roe Ave. Elmira, NY 14905.
WALKER - BARNETT
Florence Neilitz Formerly of 211 West Ave., Elmira, died peacefully,
with her family by her side, Wednesday, August 3, 2005 at the Chemung County
Nursing Facility. Florence was the daughter of the late John and Jennie
Fowler Walker. She was preceded in death by her daughter Patricia Neilitz
Loveland; husbands Lawrence Neilitz and James Barnett; four sisters and
two brothers. Florence is survived by daughter Mary Austin of Elmira; granddaughters,
Jeannine Schirripa of Syracuse and Marco Jo Clate of Brooklyn NY; grandsons,
Randy Ciuros and Scott Ciuros both of Franklinton NC. Florence also is
survived by two great grandchildren and is expecting a third: As God takes
one home, he sends us another. At Florence's request there will be no calling
hours. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial
at Ss. Peter & Paul Church, Elmira on Sunday, August 21, 2005 at 1:00
PM. Donations in Florence's memory may be directed to the American Cancer
Society, 1316 College Ave., Elmira NY 14901. Arrangements by the McInerny
Funeral Home.
WALL - Unnamed Elmira paper$- July ?, 1895 DEATH OF JAMES WALL, JR., WHO WAS HURT AT SAYRE, PA. The death of James Wall, Jr. occurred at the home of his parents on South Avenue [Elmira] yesterday afternoon about 4:30 o'clock from injuries received in a railroad accident about 10 days ago. Mr. WALL was about 22 years of age and was employed in the Northern Central railway shops in the Eighth ward for several years. On July 5th he went to Sayre, Pa., for the purpose of visiting his brother, who is employed in that village. When the young man attempted to board a passenger train at the Waverly depot he was struck by a passing locomotive and thrown a considerable distance receiving severe bruises about the shoulders. He continued his journey home and was attended by a physician who did not consider his injuries serious. Serious complication developed last week which resulted in his death yesterday. The deceased was the son of Mr. and Mrs. James WALL and was a young man of great promise. The funeral will be held Thurs. morning at 10 o'clock from St. Mary's church. The interment will be in SS Peter & Paul's cemetery. Sharron Vossoughi Modesto, CA Rsvossoughi@worldnet.att.net
WALL - Elmira Star Gazette - Aug. 14, 1931 MIKE WALL, WELL KNOWN ELMIRAN, GOES BEYOND City Expressman, Who Played Snare Drum in Elmira Bands, and Who Drummed Behind Screen in Express Wagon to Advertise Ball Games, Dies Michael W. WALL died last night at 10:30 o'clock at the family home 333 W. 7th St., after an extended illness. Mr. WALL passed his early life in Canada, where as a young boy he secured his first training as a drummer in the Canadian Army under the direction of a drum sargeant of the British Army. His training was thorough and he became an expert drummer, who played according to musical score, as prepared the drummers in the British Army. Michael WALL enlisted in the 155th NY Infantry in the Civil War and served several years. At the close of the war, Mr. WALL located in Elmira and followed the trade of shoemaker. He also was the drummer in the old LaFrance Band and several other bands of more recent organization. He was a member of Baldwin Post No. 6 GAR. For many years until about 3 years ago, Mr. Wall was engaged in the work of a city expressman, and also for several years he used his drums behind a screen in the express wagon to advertise the city baseball games. Mike WALL, as he was best known to Elmirans, was one of the city's best known characters, polite in the extreme and with a kind word for everyone with whom he came in contact. He was always ready to assist in any charity or philanthropic work for the assistance of the distressed and unfortunate. For the past few years his health had declined and he gave up all active work, remaining in his home. The decedent is survived by four daughters, the Misses Elizabeth and Gertrude WALL, Mrs. Thomas F. Crowley and Mrs. John McNamara; two sons Louis and Florence, all of this city. The funeral will be held at the home Tuesday at 8 A. M. and at the St. Patrick's Church at 9 o'clock. Burial in the SS Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Sharron Vossoughi Modesto, CA Rsvossoughi@worldnet.att.net
WEBB Bernard M.
Former President Elmira Central Trades and Labor Assembly - Died on
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital – SNF. Mr. Webb
was born June 11, 1910 in Elmira, the son of S.A. and Margaret M. Webb.
He is predeceased by his parents; his wife of 43 years, Mary Ellen O'Shea
Webb; sisters, Geraldine and Genevieve; and special friend, Dorothy H.
Call. Mr. Webb is also survived by very good friends, Ron and Diane Konzen
of Maplehurst Park; and three cousins. Mr. Webb was a member in continuous
good standing for 65 plus years with the Iron Workers International Union.
He was an avid reader and square dancer. Friends are invited to McInerny
Funeral Home, corner of Walnut and Water Sts., on Thursday, September 4,
2008, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held
on Friday, September 5, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Elmira.
Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in
Mr. Webb's memory may be directed to St. Joseph's Hospital – SNF, 555 E.
Market Street, Elmira, NY 14901, or St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin Street,
Elmira, NY 14904. Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/4/2008
WEBSTER MARIE L. TARNTINO
Age 85, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2007, at the
Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born on September 28, 1921 in Rutland,
PA to the late Azor and Laura (Watkins) Webster. Marie was predeceased
by her husband, Ralph Tarntino; daughters, Patricia Springer and Virginia
Pryde; and brother, Robert Webster. Survivors include her son, Ralph J.
(Tilina) Tarntino of Port St. John, FL; daughter, Connie Kline of Horseheads;
sister, Helen Breitweiser of Elmira; grandchildren, Mark, Tony, Nikki,
Tracy, Tony, Tom, Joe, David, Lisa, Scott and Tonya; several great-grandchildren;
along with many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call
on Thursday, August 2nd from 6 to 8 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral
Home. Funeral services will follow there at 8 p.m. with Father Walter Wainwright
officiating. Interment will take place in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery
at the convenience of the family.
WEISSKOPF ALBERT H. "AL"
Weisskopf, Albert H. "Al" - A longtime resident of Roaring Run Rd.
Mosherville, PA passed away very unexpectedly at his home on Sunday morning,
May 6, 2007. Born in Nuremburg, Germany, on February 17, 1921. Albert was
the son of Henry & Maria Bille Weisskopf. He married Helen Jaeger on
February 19, 1949 in Long Island. In addition to his loving wife and companion
of 58 years, he is also survived by their six children, Linda (Peter) Tarnawskyj,
South Wales, NY; Peter (Laurine) Weisskopf, Phoenix, AZ; Christine (Stephen)
Haas, Chesterfield, VA; Elaine (Garret) Shook, Jacksonville, FL; Mary (Robert)
LaBarre, Ashford, CT; Joanne Weisskopf, Willington,CT; grandchildren, Matthew
Shook, Kyle La Barre, Brittany Hass, Kelly LaBarre, Rebecca Shook, Danielle
Haas, Brenna LaBarre and Jackson Shook; a brother, Fred (Jane) Weisskopf,
Ruther Glen, VA. In addition to his parents, Albert was predeceased by
his brother and sister-in-law, George & Virginia Weisskopf. Albert
loved his home, caring for his land and the surrounding countryside. Having
moved from Long Island 20 years ago, Al loved the life he found here and
the many friendships he made. Active in the Wells-Jackson Lions Club and
the present treasurer, he believed in giving back to the community. In
serving the Lord, Al was very active in St. Mary's Church where he was
a parishioner. Al enjoyed square dancing with his beloved Helen; spent
many hours woodworking, fixing electronics and mastering his computer skills.
He retired from Grumman Aerospace, Bethpage Long Island, NY following 35
years of devoted service. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's
Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Wednesday May 9,
2007 between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Thursday morning prayer service
will be held at Caywood's at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christain
Burial in St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin St. Elmira at 10:30 a.m. Graveside
services will follow in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Memorials may
be directed to the Wells-Jackson Lions Club, c/o Leonard Kulago RR2 Box
688, Gillett, PA 16925.
WELCH - PALADINO
Lucille M. Age 90 of 222 Elmwood Ave, Elmira Heights passed away Friday,
September 28, 2001. Lucille was born in Powell, Pennsylvania, daughter
of the late Eugene and Julia Welch. Lucille graduated from St. Joseph's
School of Nursing and started her career as a Registered Nurse at St Joseph's
Hospital and later retired as a Registered Nurse from Thatcher Glass after
several years of service. Her husband, Joseph predeceased Lucille in 1961.
Survivors include sons, Francis (Janet) of Ocean Grove, NJ and Joseph (Joann)
of Charlotte, NC; 8 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; nieces, Mary
Carberry of Elmira, Mary Ursla Hopko of Endicott; nephew, Eugene Hawley
of FL. Family and friends are invited to call Monday, October 1, 2001 from
7 to 9 PM at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A prayer service will be
held there Tuesday, October 2, at 9:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at St. Charles Borromeo Church at 10:00 AM with Rev. Christopher
Linsler officiating. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
WELCH MARY FERGUSON
Mary W. Age 93 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Sunday June 11, 2006.
Mary was born August 31, 1912 in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Edward
and Eva Winters Welch. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Music from
Elmira College. Mary married her husband, J. Howard Ferguson, and they
owned and operated Ferguson's Dance Studio for several years. Mr. &
Mrs. Ferguson were very involved with Dance Masters of America for several
years and both held many offices. Mary was a communicant of St. Mary Our
Mother Church in Horseheads, NY and a member of The Ladies of Charity.
She volunteered numerous hours at The Arnot Ogden Medical Center and Catholic
Charities. She loved her family, friends, and the students she and her
husband taught over the years. Mary was pre-deceased by her husband J.
Howard Ferguson on January 18, 1974. Mrs. Ferguson is survived by her sister-in-la
: Louise Siluk of Tampa , Florida; nephew: Paul Thomas Ferguson of Tampa,
Florida; nieces: Regina Blanton of Tampa, Florida, Ann Brennan of Long
Island, New York and Genevieve Giovannetti of Seneca Falls, NY; several
grand nieces and grand nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends including
special and devoted friends Dr. Charles Kuonen of Elmira, NY and Helen
Scollon of Elmira, NY. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the
Lynch Funeral Home, Inc. 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Tuesday
June 20, 2006 from 3-5 PM. A Prayer Service will be held at the Funeral
Home on Wednesday June 21, 2006 at 9 AM followed by Mass of Christian Burial
at 10 AM in St. Mary Our Mother Church 816 West Broad Street Horseheads,
NY. Interment in St. Peter & Paul's cemetery in Elmira, NY.
WELLER - DOMBROSKI
Catherine Age 91, of Horseheads, NY passed away Saturday, January 6,
2007, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born October 17, 1915
in Blossburg, PA, daughter of the late John and Alice (Richards) Weller.
Catherine was predeceased by her husband, Stephen; and brother, William
Richard Weller; and is survived by her sister-in-law, Margaret Deegan of
Elmira; nieces Susan Strawser of Pine Valley, Shirley (Gary) Boats of Fallston,
MD, Ann (Gerald) Cadek Shuman of Pittsford, NY, Beth (Timothy) Ragsdale
of Rochester, NY, Jean Dombroski of Palmyra, NY, Phyllis Dombroski of Elmira
Heights, Mary (George) Adkisson of Richmond, KY, Joan (Francis) Scrocarelli
of Elmira, Dorothy (Frank) Maximiek of Horseheads; nephew Paul (Francine)
Cadek of Horseheads; along with several great nieces and great nephews.
Catherine was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Horseheads.
She graduated from Mansfield University and retired from US Steel/American
Bridge in 1976. It was Catherine's request that there be no calling hours
or flowers sent and that her funeral service be private. Interment will
take place in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery at the convenience of her
family. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family.
WEST - McCANN, Myrtle West
Age 91, passed on November 20th, 2007 at Arnot Odgen Medical Center.
Myrtle, formerly of E. Miller St. in Elmira, was a resident of the Elcor
Health Services for the past three years where she made many new friends.
She was predeceased by her husband of over 50 years, John R. McCann in
1995. Myrtle was also predeceased by five brothers and one sister. She
is survived by daughter, Joan E. Snowden of Elmira; daughter and son-in-law,
Carol A. and William Golden of Horseheads; son, Kevin R. McCann of Horseheads;
sisters, Virginia Williams Ryan of Binghamton and Rose West Houper of Elmira;
grandchildren, Robert M. (Shari) Snowden and Joseph P. (Victoria) Snowden
and Connor W. Golden; great-grandsons, Thomas Joseph and Robert Joseph
Snowden; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Myrtle was a devoted mother
and grandmother who gave unselfishly to her family. Her entire life was
devoted to helping others in times of need. As a child she was an accomplished
acrobat, a leader and loved participating in sporting activities. Myrtle
leaves behind a legacy of caring and compassion for family that will always
be remembered and carried on by her children. She loved her brothers and
sisters immensely and shared many memories with her two remaining sisters.
Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut
Streets on Friday, November 23, 2007, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. A funeral
service will follow at 4:15 p.m. Committal prayers and interment will be
held at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery on Saturday, November 24, 2007,
at 10:00 a.m. Donations in Myrtle's memory may be directed to Arnot Ogden
Medical Center Auxiliary, "Tree of Lights", 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14905.
The family would like to acknowledge the staff at both Arnot Ogden Medical
Center and Elcor Health Services for their unwavering support and care.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/21/2007.
WESTLAKE - STEVENS, Madeline C.
Age 64, of Elmira, NY, passed away Sunday, April 20, 2008. She was
predeceased by her parents, Margaret and Harry Westlake; and brother, Walter
Westlake. Madeline is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Cecil;
children, Steve (Bertha) Stevens of Horseheads, Jim (Jenny) Stevens of
Pine Valley, Sally Stevens (Jesus Morales) of Southport, Sharon (Joe) Rouille
of Big Flats, Sonya Stevens (Gary) of FL, Scott Stevens (Maria) of Elmira;
and her dog, Frieda; sisters, Mary (Scott) Rhody of Chemung and Nancy (Jim)
Stanton of Elmira; brother, Bobby Westlake of Elmira; sister-in-law, Sandy
(Bob) Caskey of AZ; brothers-in-law, Gary "Bub" (Donna) Stevens of Rochester
and Raymond Stevens of Elmira; along with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren,
nieces and nephews. Madeline worked as an HHA/nurses aide for 40 years.
She dedicated her life to taking care of her family and others. Madeline
was a kind, caring, giving woman, she always thought of others first. She
will be greatly missed. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter
J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Thursday,
April 24th, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Her memorial service will be held at 6:30
p.m. Interment will take place in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery at the
convenience of the family. Published in the Star-Gazette on 4/22/2008.
WHITE James H. Jr. "Blackie"
Age 83, of 907 Breesport N. Chemung Rd., Lowman, NY, passed away on
Monday December 10, 2007. He was born on January 16, 1924 in Elmira, NY
to the late James Sr. and Mary (Rutzke) White. Jim was predeceased by his
sisters Marie Rice, Margaret Westlake, and Anna Mae Rote. Survivors include
his wife of 57 years, Alberta (Jackson) White of Lowman; daughters and
sons-in-law, Karen (James) Carpenter of Elmira, Shirley (Robert) Opalka
of Wells, NY, Toni White of Waverly, Cindy (Mitch) Baker of Addison and
adopted daugther, Candis Chambers of Elmira; 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren;
along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins; special nephew, Bobby
(Rabbit) Westlake; sister-in-law Barabara Loomis of TN; brother and sister-in-law
Alfred and Betty Jackson of Athens, PA. Jim was a Veteran of WWII and the
Korean Conflict and a retiree of the A&P Plant. Family and friends
are invited to call on Thursday, December 13th from 6-8 PM at the James
D. Barrett Funeral Home. A Memorial Service for Jim will take place there
at 8 PM. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in St.
Peter & Paul's Cemetery. The family would like to thank Dr. Schultz
and the staff at the AOMC for the care given to Jim. Published in
the Star-Gazette from 12/12/2007 - 12/13/2007.
WHITE MARIE E. 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.
WHITNEY Robert E., Sr., and Elizabeth B. Ages 87 and 86, of Pine City NY, returned to their Lord on August 31, 2005 after 64 years of marriage together, surrounded by their children. They are survived by their children, Patricia (Donald) Large of West Linn, OR, Robert (Emily) Whitney of West Elmira, NY, Michael (Ann) Whitney of Horseheads, NY, Mary Lou (Joseph) Galasso of Rochester, NY; 12 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren. Robert was a US Army Veteran of WWII, a VFW member, a former member of the Elmira Traffic Club. In his spare time he enjoyed taking care of his yard, gardening and fishing. Elizabeth was an avid reader who enjoyed crocheting, gardening, making quilts, along with being a crossword puzzler. She was a communicant of St. Mary's Church for many years. Her true enjoyment was spending time with her children and grandchildren. Elizabeth was a caring and giving person throughout the community, who was there to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Saturday, September 3, 2005, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday morning from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial in St. Peter & Paul's Church, 161 High St., Elmira, NY with Father Richard Farrell celebrant. Interment at the convenience of the family in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery, Elmira. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the St. Joseph's Foundation, 555 E. Market St., Elmira, NY 14901.
WICHTOWSKI Arthur E
Arthur E. "Art" "Pop" Age 68 of Elmira, went to be with his Lord on
March 5th, 2006 surrounded by his loving family. Art was born March 16,
1937, a son of the late Walter and Evelyn Hakes Wichtowski. He is survived
by his wife, Carol McSparron Wichtowski. Art and Carol were married at
the Church of the Epiphany in Sayre, PA on June 18, 1960. Art is also survived
by his son and daughter-in-law, Stephen M. and Lorraine Wichtowski of Honeoye,
NY, with children Blake and Page; daughter and son-in-law, Karen A. and
John Rogers of Elmira, with children, Daniel and Emilie; son and daughter-in-law
Thomas A. and Tracy Wichtowski of Wellsburg, NY, with sons Jacob and Matthew;
brother and sister-in-law, David and Marianne Wichtowski of Pine City,
NY; sister, Judy A'hearn of Elmira; his aunt, Helen Byer of Elmira; sister
and brother-in-law, Marie and James Walsh of Towanda, PA; and sister-in-law,
Pauline McSparron of Athens, PA; as well as several nieces, nephews and
cousins. Art was a U.S. Army veteran. He retired from Elmira Correctional
Facility after thirty-three years of service. Art, also known as "Pop,"
was very involved in his grandchildren's lives and activities, whether
in Honeoye or Elmira. Art was also an avid golfer who regularly bested
his sons and son-in-law on the golf course! Art was an extremely loving
and devoted husband, father and grandfather and will be sorely missed,
frequently remembered and never forgotten. Art was also a lifetime member
of the White Eagles Club in Elmira. Friends are invited to McInery Funeral
Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Tuesday, March 7th from 4 to
7 p.m. A Mass Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, March 8th at
10 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Elmira, with Father Edward Golden officiating.
Interment will immediately follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In
lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative
Care, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY, 14830.
WICHTOWSKI - BYER, Helen J nee: Wichtowski, Age 91, of North Main St., Elmira, died Sunday, April 6, 2008. Helen is survived by daughter, Eileen Byer; sisters-in-law, Sister Veronica Byer, St. Benedict Convent, Erie, PA, Catherine (Stanley) Minarski, Horseheads, Victoria (Louis) Klark, NC; brothers-in-law, John (Shirley) Byer, N. Tonawanda, NY, Victor Byer, Jamestown, NY, Walter Byer, Lancaster, NY; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by husband of 59 years, Edward; sisters and brothers, Ceil Kosloski, Steven, Walter, Joseph and Stanley Wichtowski; sisters and brothers-in-law, Fred and William Byer, Helen Phielix, Pauline Zielinski, Julia Allen; niece, Jean Ann Scanlon; nephews, Arthur Wichtowski, Albert Wichtowski. Helen was a Communicant of St. Casimir's Church, a member of it's Rosary Sacred Heart Society, Wanda Circle, devoted homemaker and loved playing cards with relatives on Sunday afternoon, she also worked at Thatcher Glass, St. Joseph's Hospital laundry facility and was a domestic worker in peoples' homes. Those wishing may make a Memorial Donation to the Heating & Air Conditioning Fund at St. Casimir's Church in her name. (Envelopes available at the Funeral Home). Family will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home, Tuesday, April 8, 2008, from 4-7 p.m. A prayer service there Wednesday at 9:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Casimir's Church. Burial will follow in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 4/7/2008.
WILCOX Lawrence F. "Waxie" Age 71, of Elmira, NY, passed away July 6, 2006 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. He was born January 26, 1935 in Elmira, the son of the late Harry and Sarah (Ross) Wilcox. Larry was predeceased by a sister, Frances Wolfe; brothers, Richard and Robert Wilcox. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Jo-Ann (Kingsley) Wilcox; son, Bruce of Elmira; daughter, Elaine of NYC; sisters, Shirley Mitchell and Maureen (Francis) Weaver; sisters-in-law, June Wilcox and Donna Roberts; mother-in-law, Adeline Bastian; along with several nieces and nephews. Larry attended George Washington Grammar School and graduated from Elmira Free Academy in 1953. In 1954-1956 he served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. In 2002, Larry retired from the Elmira Correctional Facility as an Industrial Training Supervisor. Prior to that he worked at General Electric Foundry for 17 years and then owned and operated a Pudgie's Pizza Franchise in Newark, NY. In the 70's-80's he bred and owned thoroughbred horses and enjoyed traveling to and meeting the people at the tracks where his horses were running. In 1989 he was inducted into Elmira Sports Football Hall of Fame. He was a member of Elmira Elks Lodge #62. It was Larry's wishes that there be no calling hours and his Funeral Service private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Casimir's Church Memorial Fund, 1012 Davis St. Elmira, 14901, or charity of one's choice. Arrangements are entrusted to Kalec Funeral Home, Inc. Interment will be in Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
WILLIAMS - DONOVAN Elma Doris (Williams)
Age 88, of Elmira Heights, died at her home, with her family by her
side, on Saturday, February 23, 2008. Elma was born May 6, 1919, a daughter
of Ralph and Ruth Forest Williams. She is predeceased by her husband, James
J. Donovan, Jr., daughter, Kathleen Louise Donovan, grandson, Patrick Allen,
and brother, Charles Dayton. Elma is survived by her children, Patricia
Allen, of Elmira, Sandra Aloi, of Euless, TX, James J. Donovan, of Horseheads,
Michael John Donovan, with his wife Debra, of Huntersville, NC, and Daniel
Robert Donovan, with his wife Deborah, of Elmira; grandchildren, Kathleen
Tarr, Kelly Allison, Kim Skay, Mark Aloi, Deanna Belknap, Laurie Tarntino,
Mary Lehnhart, James Donovan, Michael Donovan, Jr., Jennifer Calhoun, Brian
Donovan, Melissa Donovan, Sara Lyon, and Daniel Donovan, Jr; 22 great-grandchildren;
brothers, Roy Dayton of Horseheads, Robert Palmer of Pine Valley; sisters,
Jacqueline Roberts, Joyce Shutt, both of Simpsonville, SC; along with several
nieces and nephews. Elma was a graduate of Elmira Heights High School and
attended Elmira Business Institute. She worked at S.F. Iszard Co., retiring
after 32 years of service. Elma was a volunteer with RSVP, served on the
Office of Aging Advisory Committee, and was a member of the North County
Senior Citizens. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of
Water and Walnut Sts., on Monday, February 25, 2008 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00
p.m. Private interment will take place at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
Donations in Elma's memory may be directed to The Falck Cancer Center,
600 Roe Avenue, Elmira NY 14905. Published in the Star-Gazette on
2/25/2008.
WILLIAMS Josephine M. Age 93, of Elmira, New York, peacefully passed away on Friday, February 3, 2006, at the Tioga Nursing Facility. She was born on March 8, 1912 in Antrim, PA to the late John and Mary (Kasube) Williams. Josephine was predeceased by her sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Charles Ackley; brother-in-law, Wayne Arnold; and nephew, Herbert Ackley. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Terry and Sue Porter of Owego, NY; sister, Constance Arnold of Elmira; nephew, Richard (Mary Lou) Ackley; two great-nephews; one great-niece and three great-great-nephews. Josephine retired from the Chemung County Department of Social Services and volunteered at RSVP for 28 years. She also volunteered during the war at local hospitals and was a member of the Civil Service. Josephine enjoyed spending her time doing gardening, egg crafts and crocheting. Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, February 6th from 12 to 1 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place there at 1 p.m. with Reverend Eugene Dobosz officiating. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
WILLIAMS Mary RIDER, 79, WIFE OF William L. Rider of Wetona,
Springfield twp., PA passed away Saturday, July 4, 1998 at the Robert Packer
Hospital in Sayre. Born July 14, 1918 in Towanda, Pa, she was the
daughter of the late John J. and Mary “May” Dowling Williams. Mary
was a 1936 graduate of St. Agnes School in Towanda and continued her education
at Elmira Business School. Mary was a member of St. Ann’s Roman Catholic
church in Bentley Creek and the Parish Altar and Rosary Society. She was
a life member of the Bassett Hound Club of American and the valley Forge
Bassett Hound Club and served as editor and publisher of the bassett hound
newsletter. In 19983 she was selected as Baster of the Year by the
Field Trial Advisory Council. She is survived by her husband of 59
years, William L.
Rider; a daughter and her husband, Helen and Gerald Aneskewich of Raleigh,
NC; a son and his wife, William J. and Mary Rider of Spring Valley, OH;
grandchildren, William Kevin Rider and his wife Amy, John J. Rider and
his wife Linda, Jill R. Lisy and her husband Thomas, Amy C. Rider, Michael
J. Rider, Elizabeth Little and her husband, Rev. Greg Little, Teresa A.
Lawson and her husband, Ken Lawson, Susan A. Gloss and her husband, Peter
Gloss; 12 great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be
celebrated Wednesday, July (10 am) at the St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church,
Third St., Towanda with the Rev. Ronald Hughes as celebrant and interment
to follow in SS Peter & Paul Cemetery. Memorial contributions
may be directed to the Building Fund at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, RR 3,
Box 139A, Gillett, PA 16925 in Mrs. Rider’s memory.
WILLIAMS PATRICIA MAE McLAUGHLIN
Patricia Mae - Age 78 of Elmira, NY. July 15, 2007, Pat left
this world peacefully to rest in the arms of her Lord. She lived a full
life of 78 years with her loving family. She was born July 12, 1929 in
Elmira, daughter of the late Gordon and Crystal (Parks) Williams. She married
a wonderful man, James J. McLaughlin, Jr. and they enjoyed a long and happy
marriage together until his death in December 1994. After a long courageous
battle with C.O.P.D., she has left to rejoin her loving husband and many
friends. Pat is survived by three loving daughters and sons-in-law, Kathleen
and James Graham, Patricia and David Bassett, Mary McLaughlin-West with
Rex Dilmore. She truly has enjoyed all her grandchildren and has been an
important part of their lives, JJ Graham (Jenn), Kelly Long (Michael),
Christie and Cody Bassett. She was blessed with her great-grandchildren
who have brought her much joy, Jessica, Brianna, Mariah and Sammi. Pat
also had a wonderful friend, Dot Sheehan from Hidden Valley Lake who lives
in Ohio. She is also predeceased by her beloved German Shepherd, TICO.
Pat is also survived by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Norma and Harry
Edwards, Jeanne and Jeremiah (deceased) Edwards, Phyllis (deceased) and
James Kellogg, Nancy and Larry Comfort; brother and sister-in-law, John
and Mary Williams; along with many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and
a multitude of friends. Pat had a smile and a sparkle in her eye that made
her a special friend to everyone she met. She had a heart of gold and was
very generous in mind and spirit. Family was of the utmost importance to
her. She was a great lover of music and appreciated good talent and passed
it on to her children. She was known for her Easter green dinosaurs, standing
up eggs on the Equinox and giving out popcorn on Halloween. Mom and Dad
created "Little Christmas" where everyone in the family has to exchange
hand made gifts, a special part of Christmas that will be carried on as
a family tradition. Pat made sure every character in the Christmas parade
came to shake hands with her children growing up and then her grandchildren.
At her house, the coffee pot was always on and the welcome mat was always
out. She was the Mom on the circle for many and taught CCD classes at St.
Mary's on the southside and brought many children to learn the rosary and
receive their First Communion and Penance through her classes. Throughout
all her troubles later in life, she never lost her sense of humor. Family
and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake
St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Friday, July 20th, from 2 to 4 and 7
to 9 p.m. Prayers will be offered there on Saturday, July 21st, at 8:30
a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 a.m. in St. Mary's Church.
Committal prayers and interment will follow in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery.
A special thank you to Dr. Malanoski and The Center for Wound Healing for
the special care they took with her. Thanks to Dr. Schenone for his understanding
and a special thank you to Dr. Marc Anthony and all the nurses and aides
at St. Joseph's Hospital on D2 and D3 with the visits Mom had over the
past 19 months. Those wishing to remember Pat may do so through donations
to The Center for Wound Healing at Arnot Health, 602 Ivy St., Elmira, NY
14901. Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/19/2007.
WILMOT - CASSIDY
Edna Mae Age 89 of Elmira, died Sunday December 9, 2001 at Elcor Health
Services, Horseheads. Edna was born February 9, 1912, daughter of John
L. and Mary Bretz Wilmot. She was predeceased by her husband, John J. Cassidy,
Sr. and is survived by her son, John Joseph Cassidy, Jr. of Sylvan Beach,
NY; daughters, Mary Suzette Casey of Cincinnati, OH with husband John and
Patricia Ann Olney of Lenexa, KS with husband Roger; eight grandchildren;
four great grandchildren; brother, John B. Wilmot of Elmira with wife Kay;
several nieces and nephews. bf The family will receive friends on Friday,
December 14, 2001 at St. Patrick's Church from 9:00 A.M. to 9:45 A.M. A
Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 A.M. Interment with committal
prayers will be in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Edna's
memory may be directed to Shrine of St. Jude Thaddeus, The Dominicans,
1909 S. Ashland Avenue, Chicago IL 60608. Arrangements by McInerny Funeral
Home.
WISNESKI - LUTOMSKI, Irene M.
Age 89, of Severn, MD, and formerly of Elmira, NY, passed away on Thursday,
June 7, 2007, at the Baltimore Washington Medical Center. Irene was born
on September 12, 1917 in Elmira, NY. She was employed at Sears as a Sales
Clerk. She attended Holy Trinity Catholic Church, St. Casmir's Church in
Elmira, and was in the Hall of Fame of the White Eagle Club in Elmira.
She liked to cook, read, travel, and was an excellent softball and basketball
player in her youth. She was predeceased by her husband, Mr. Matthew R.
Lutomski, Sr.; her father, Mr. Lawrence L. Wisneski, Sr.; her mother, Mrs.
Mary Wisneski; and her son, Mr. Brian G. Lutomski. She is survived by a
son, Mr. Matthew R. Lutomski, Jr. of Severn, MD; brother, Mr. Lawrence
L. Wisneski, Jr. of Vista, CA; sister, Mrs. Leona Terlecky of Elmira, NY;
three grandchildren, granddaughters, Mrs. Anita Schoonover of Dayton, Ohio,
Mrs. Diane Lutomski of Valparaiso, IN, grandson, Mr. Michael Lutomski of
Rockville, MD; and four great-grandchildren. There are no calling hours.
Services will be held at a later date. Mrs. Lutomski's ashes are to be
buried with her husband in St. Peter's & Paul's Cemetery in Elmira,
NY. Kirkley-Ruddick Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.
WISNOSKI - FENNELL, Susan D.
Of Elmira, NY, passed away peacefully at home after an extended illness.
Sue was born May 19, 1937 in Syracuse, NY. She is predeceased by her parents
Stanley and Betty Dixon Wisnoski. From a very young age Sue was raised
by her grandmother Bess Dixon. Sue is survived by her husband of 49 years,
J. Peter Fennell, Sr. She is also survived by her three sons, with their
families, J. Peter, Jr. and Cari Fennell, of Dewitt, NY, with sons, Jack
and Bryan; Martin S. and Laura Fennell, of Elmira, with children, Elizabeth,
Charles, Susan Anne, and Meredith; Thomas J. and Deborah Fennell, of Elmira,
with children, Kevin and Catherine. She is also survived by her brother
and sister-in-law, Ronald and Carol Wisnoski of Camillus, NY; three dear
cousins, Charles Dixon, with his wife Sally, Nanine Nueman, and Donald
Dixon, with his wife Ellen. Sue cherished her time with brother-in-law
and sisters-in-law, Matthias and Ann Fennell of El Paso, TX, and Kathleen
A. Fennell of Elmira. She leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and close
friends. Sue will be missed every day by her loyal companion Molly. Sue
was a licensed Real Estate agent for many years with Ambrose Shoemaker
Real Estate. She was very active as a volunteer, every year, at the LPGA
Corning Classic, serving on the Executive Committee as a representative
for St. Joseph's Hospital. She was a member of the Elmira Junior League
and the Elmira Country Club, and a communicant of St. Patrick's Church,
Elmira. Sue was an avid golfer and skier. She loved sports as a participant
and a spectator. Sue also excelled at detailed needlework and custom quilting,
which she made for family and shared with school children. Her summers,
for over 30 years, were spent at Keuka Lake with family and friends – a
dream come true. Calling hours will be at McInerny Funeral Home, corner
of Water and Walnut Sts., on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 from 4:00 p.m. to
7:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday,
April 24, 2008 at 9:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at
10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick's Church. Burial will be at St. Peter & Paul's
Cemetery immediately following the church service. In lieu of flowers remembrances
may be directed to one of the following, St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation,
St. Patrick's Church, Southern Tier Hospice, or the Susan D. Fennell Scholarship
Fund at Notre Dame High School. Published in the Star-Gazette from 4/22/2008
- 4/23/2008.
WOJTYNA - GRANGER
Lida A. (Wojtyna) Age 90, of Elmira, NY, passed away Sunday, November
13, 2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital. Family and friends are invited to visit
Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on
Wednesday, November 16th, from 9 to 10 a.m. Prayers will be offered at
10 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. in St. Casimir's
Church , Rev. Richard Farrell and Rev. Eugene Dobosz will concelebrate.
Deacon George Welch will assist. Committal prayers and interment will follow
in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may
remember Lida through donations to Norte Dame High School Athletic Assoc.,
1400 Maple Ave., Elmira, NY 14904, or the charity of one's choice
WOLFE - CALLAHAN, Mrs. Fanny M.
Of 420 Pleasant St., Sunday Dec. 12,1965. Body at McCarthy Funeral
Home. Calling hours; Monday 7 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday 2 to 4
and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Wednesday at 8:15 a.m. followed by
Requiem Funeral Mass at 9 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church. St. Peter and
Paul’s Cemetery. Survived by sons, Joseph of Orlando, Fla., Raymond
of Elmira, John of New York City, W. Thomas of U.S. Army, Fort Bragg, N.C.;
daughters, Mrs. Alfred P. (Mary Kathryn) Cicconi of Elmira, Mrs. Philip
(Anne) Keeton of Horseheads, Mrs. James C. (Florence) Kane of Elmira, Mrs.
William (Patricia) Smith of Elmira; 44 grandchildren. She was the
widow of Walter J. Callahan; communicant of St. Mary’s Church. [Star Gazette,
Monday December 13, 1965, page 19]
WOOD Donald V. "Woody"
WB2EBS - Was born March 15, 1924 in Cory, PA, the son of the late Victor
R. and Edna (Brown) Wood, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7,
2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, at the age of 84. His loving wife
of 50 years, Grace M. (Punzo) Wood, in April of 1998, predeceased him.
His beloved son-in-law, Michael J. Burns, in October of 2007, also preceded
him in death. "Woody" is survived by his loving daughters, Donna M. (Ronald)
DeKay of Claymont, DE, Diana L. Wheeler (Thomas Marczyk) of Elmira, NY,
Dolores A. Burns also of Elmira, NY; adored grandchildren, Donald (Maryanne)
DeKay, Mari Beth (Bryan) Steinberg, Matthew (Lisa) Wheeler, Andrea L. Wheeler,
Anthony Burns and Catherine Burns; five great-grandchildren; feline companion
and friend, "Lady". Mr. Wood was a noted tool and die maker and machinist
with New York State serving his apprenticeship at Remington Rand. In 1986
he retired from Corning Glass Works as a tool and die maker after many
dedicated years of service. He was a Veteran of the US Army Air Corps,
proudly serving his country from 1941 to 1945 during WWII. While serving
his country, he was a flight engineer in North Africa, China, Burma and
India. "Woody" was an avid amateur ham radio operator and greatly enjoyed
hunting and fishing. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof
Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Friday, October
10, 2008, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services honoring his life will
follow the visitation at 7 p.m. The Rev. Betty Bement will celebrate "Woody's"
services. Interment will take place Saturday, October 11, 2008, at 9:00
a.m. in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery, where Rev. Bement will offer committal
prayers and the Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad will accord Mr. Wood
Military Honors. Those wishing may direct memorial donations to Southern
Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830 in his memory.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 10/8/2008 - 10/9/2008
WOOD - SPIAK, Gladys L.
Age 95, formerly of Lowman, NY. She was born March 3, 1913 in Elmira,
daughter of the late Wells and Veva (Wood) Wood, and passed away Thursday,
September 18, 2008, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She was predeceased
by her husband, William B. Spiak; son, John Arthur Spiak; grandson, Steven
William Spiak; granddaughter, Bonnie Carey; sons-in-law, Charles Robert
Hart and Thomas James Helstrom; daughter-in-law, Barbara Spiak; and is
survived by her children, Gladys Hart of Horseheads, William and Lorraine
Spiak of Columbia Crossroads, PA, Richard Duane Spiak of Elmira, Mary and
Merill Morgan, Jr. of Erin, and Roseanna and David Truesdale of Horseheads;
15 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren;
brother-in-law, Andy Spiak of Watervliet, NY; sister-in-law, Mary Trimm
of Cohoes, NY; along with several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Spiak retired
from the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Family and friends are invited
to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave.,
Elmira, on Friday, September 19th, from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Her funeral
service will be held there on Saturday, September 20th, at 10 a.m. Rev.
William Wells will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow
in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 9/19/2008
WOOD, Leslie A. (Jim) Age 94, formerly of 769 Linden Place, Elmira, NY. He was born December 25, 1909 in Oseola, PA, son of the late Lamont and Susan (Niles) Wood and passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2004, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. He was predeceased by his wife, M. Florence Wood in 1992; and son, William Wood in 1998; and is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Joyce and Francis Budney of Horseheads; daughter-in-law, Patricia Wood of Horseheads; grandsons, Gregory (Ruthanna) Budney of Ithaca, and Michael (Susan) Budney of Annapolis, MD; granddaughter, Susan Budney of Burdett; grandsons, William (Angela) Wood of Horseheads, and Christopher (fiancee, Karen Berchock) Wood of Alphafretta, GA; great-granddaughters, Christa and Kaitlyn Budney of Annapolis, MD, and Sara Wood of Horseheads; sisters-in-law, Marnie (LeRoy) Opelt of Big Flats, and Lorna Hogan of Whitney Point, NY; along with several nieces and nephews. Mr. Wood was a communicant of St. John the Baptist Church and he retired from Elm Chevrolet where he was their Service Manager. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, January 18th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers will be offered there on Monday, January 19th, at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Ss. Peter & Paul Church. Rev. Patrick L. Connor, celebrant. Committal prayers and interment will follow inSt. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Jim may be remembered through donations to Ss. Peter & Paul Parish Center Fund, 161 High St., Elmira, NY 14901.
WOOD SANDRA L. ROGERS
Sandra L. (Wood, Elias) Age 43, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Friday,
September 8, 2006, at St. Joseph's Hospital surrounded by her family and
friends. She was born in Scranton, PA on June 26, 1963. Sandra was predeceased
by her stepfather, Kenneth Boston. Survivors include her husband, Richard
Rogers of Elmira; sons, Adam and Joshua Tobias, both of Elmira; mother,
Shirley Boston of Elmira; sisters, Holly McDaniel of Binghamton, Susan
(Vern) Garris of Elmira, Diane Boston of MO, and Kelly Boston of Elmira;
brothers, Donald Wood Jr. of PA, and Kenneth (Mary) Boston of NC; stepsister,
Lisa Wood of PA; father and mother-in-law, Guy and Cynthia Rogers of Horseheads;
her extended family, Rachel, Greg and Tiffany Newton of Horseheads, Jasmine
Machiavelo of NJ; and her special grandchildren, Jashawn and Demaree Flores,
both of NJ; Compeer mom and dad, Nell and Lou Farino of Erin; along with
several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Sandra, known as Sandy, was
the president of the Social Connection of Elmira. Family and friends are
invited to call on Wednesday, September 13th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at
the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place there
at 1 p.m. with Rev. Joseph Cotner officiating. Interment will follow in
St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
Stanley W. WOOD, 66, of Lowman, NY died Wednesday, August 2, 1995 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Elmira, NY. Mr. Wood was employed by the Salvation army in Elmira, NY and was a veteran of the U.S. Army He is survived by his sister, Gladys Spiak, with whom he resided; nieces , Gladys (Bob) Hart of Beaver Dams, NY, nephews, William (Lorraine) Spiak, Jr. of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Richard Spiak Sr. of Elmira, NY, John (Kathy) Spiak of Ogdensburg, NY; several great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Barrett Funeral Home August 5 with the Rev. Patrick Connor officiating and interment to be in Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery.
Daily Review 09/16/2002
WOODRUFF - Vanona Reidy, 85, passed away at the Arnot
Ogden Medical Center on Friday, Sept. 13, 2002. Mrs. Reidy was born Jan.
1, 1917, a daughter of the late Calvin and Adelia Woodruff. She enjoyed
flowers, dress making, and anything that involved helping others. Vanona
was a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Church in Horseheads, N.Y., and
a retired worker at Bendix Corporation in Montrose, Pa., and a self-employed
beautician. Vanona was pre-deceased by her first husband, Ralph Stanton
in 1970; step-son Joseph Reidy; and great-grandson Roger Chilson. Survivors
include her husband, Daniel J. Reidy Jr.; daughters, Marion Brown of Spring
Hill, Fla., Pat (Bob) Grimes of Mercur, Pa., Nancy (Ted) Hoffman of Wyalusing,
Pa., and Sandy (John) Balonis of Fort Myers, Fla.; sons Henry (Beverly)
Stanton of Silvara, Pa., Don (Sharon) Reidy of Horseheads, N.Y., and Jack
(Sundae) Reidy of Mansfield, Pa.; 24 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren;
eight great-great-grandchildren; nieces Beatrice Sturgenegger of Lakeland,
Fla., and Esther Wetherill of Fort Myers, Fla., and several cousins and
a host of friends. A prayer service will be conducted on Monday, Sept.
16, 2002 at 9 a.m. at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Mill Street and
Grand Central Avenue, Horseheads, N.Y. A Mass of Christian Burial will
be celebrated on Monday, Sept. 16, 2002 at St. Mary Our Mother Church,
816 Broad Street, Horseheads, N.Y. at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Christopher
E. Linsler celebrant. Interment will be immediately following in St. Peter
and Paul's Cemetery in Elmira, N.Y. Submitted by Carol Hoose Brotzman
I would like to make a note here she has a headstone in the Beaver Meadows
Cemetery, Tuscarora township Bradford County, PA with her first husband
Henry Stanton
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