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history of a community. These people were the local populace at a particular
time. The people buried here knew each other, were neighbors, relatives
and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade"
or business.
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RUDOLPH E. ALEXANDER age 64 of 128 E. Hudson St., Elmira, NY, Saturday, June 8, 1985. Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home, Tuesday 2 to 4 and 7to 9 p.m. Funeral service at the funeral home Wednesday at 12 noon. Pastor Larry Parker will officiate. Interment, Woodlawn National Cemetery. He is survived by brother, Edward Lewis Alexander of Chemung, NY; sister, Letha Alexander of Elmira, NY; several nieces and nephews. Mr. Alexander was a member of the American Legion Harry B. Bentley Post #443, Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 6/11/1985
AMBROZIK Adam Joseph Age 59, of Woodland Park, CO, formerly of Horseheads, NY, died on Saturday, December 9th, 2006. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, January 16th, 2007, at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 130 Oakwood Avenue, Elmira Heights, NY, from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. A Memorial Service to celebrate Adam's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Woodlawn National Cemetery with full Military Honors accorded to him by the Chemung County Honor Squad. Arrangements have been entrusted to Luckner Funeral Home, 449 Park Avenue, Waverly, NY.
CHARLES F. ANDERSON age 78 of New Albany, Pa. RD 2, formerly of Elmira, N.Y. Sunday, August 1, 1965. Body at Holly-Keck Funeral Home, 640 W. Gray St., where friends may call Tuesday 2 to 4 p.m. Funeral there Wednesday 10 a.m., the Rev. Robert McCune. Woodlawn National Cemetery. Full military honors accorded at the grave. Survived by two sisters, Mrs. Bessie DeVoe of New Albany, Pa., Mrs. Ann Moore of Elmira; two brothers, John McCann of Elmira, George McCann of Savona, N.Y. –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/3/1965
ANDREWS Charles R.
Age 81, of Elcor, formerly of Elmira, died Thursday, August 23, 2007.
Survived by wife of 60 years, Margaret; sons, Skip (Joanne) Andrews, Penn
Yan, NY, Stephen (Robin) Andrews, Gillett, PA, Douglas Andrews, Elmira,
Michael (Debra) Andrews, Elmira; daughter, Mindy (David) Beard, Elmira;
grandchildren, Jolene, Mat, Alesia, Christopher, Jason, Rickey, Katie,
Jamie, Eric, Kala, Kelly and Kevin; four great-grandchildren; sister, Grace
McDougal, MO; several brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and
cousins. Charles retired as a manager of produce for area A&P grocery
stores, and a US Army Veteran serving in Europe during WWII. Those wishing
may make donations in his name to the Kidney Foundation or to the American
Heart Association (envelopes available at the Funeral Home). The family
will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home on Monday,
August 27, from 7 to 8 p.m. followed immediately by his Funeral Service
at 8 p.m., Father Bob Adkins, officiating. Burial at the convenience of
the family in Woodlawn National Cemetery.
ANDRUS –HELEN P. CASLER. Age 68, of Dry Run Road, Pine City, NY. Helen went to be with the Lord peacefully on Wednesday, June 11th, 2003, at her home after an extended illness. She is survived by her husband, Russell E. Casler; her children and grandchildren; Kirt (Jennifer) Casler and daughters Lynze and Tately of Columbia Cross Roads, PA; Kent Casler and son Christopher Casler of Pine City, NY; Kim (Jay) Stoltzfus and daughters McKensie and Morgan, son, Erich of Millport, NY; Kraig (Amy) Casler and daughters Megan and Danielle of Beaver Dams, NY; Karla Brown and sons Theron and Tevin of Elmira, NY; her brothers, Gerald (Rita) Andrus and family of Portville, NY; John Andrus and family of Franklinville, NY; and several nieces and nephews and a cousin. Helen was retired from the US Post Office in Pine City, NY after 25 years of friendly service, She was a very active member of the Millerton Wesleyan Church in Millerton, PA. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY on Saturday, June 14, 2003, from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be held at the conclusion of the calling hours at 8 P.M. The Reverend Laurie Greenlaw will officiate. Interment will be in the Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY, at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make memorial donations in Helen’s name to the Southern Tier Hospice, Corning, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette.
ARTHUR - MILLER
Vera Arthur Adams Age 77, formerly of Ithaca, NY. She was born June
26, 1927 in Ithaca, daughter of the late Oscar and Eva (Grover) Arthur
and died Monday, June 6, 2005, at Tioga Nursing Home in Waverly. She was
predeceased by 2 sons, Randy and Dennis Adams, and is survived by five
children, Gloria and David Spell of Jacksonville, FL, Harold and Beverly
Adams of Horseheads, Glenna Shaw, Evea and Karl Klock, Robin Hodges all
of Statesville, NC; one sister, Leona Tobias of Elmira; along with 16 grandchildren
and 23 great-grandchildren. Vera retired from Borg Warner in 1989, and
was a member of the Eagles, Moose and V.F.W. all in Ithaca. Family and
friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St.
at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Thursday, June 9th, from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon.
Her funeral service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at
12 Noon. Rev. Joseph Zaino will officiate. Committal prayers and interment
will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery
ARNDT James T. Age 83 of Bath, NY formerly of Elmira, NY died on Wednesday November 9, 2005 at the Syracuse VA Medical Center. Jim was born October 26, 1922 in Renovo, Pennsylvania the son of the late Thomas L. and Mary A. Welsh Arndt. He was a veteran of WW II serving his country with The U.S. Coast Guard (Merchant Marine) and The U.S. Navy. Jim was a member of the Athens American Legion Post # 246, V.F.W Post # 1470, and the Sayre Elks Lodge # 1148. He worked as a bartender in Rochester, Corning, and Elmira then became a Correctional Officer with The Chemung County Sheriff's Department. Mr. Arndt worked on the Pennsylvania Railroad and retired as Building Manager for Villa Serene Apartments in Elmira Heights, NY and worked part-time for W.I.N. in Elmira following his retirement. He is pre-deceased by his parents Thomas L. Arndt and Mary A. Welsh Arndt Moore ; his sister Anna Grace Arndt Nickles and his son-in-law David L. Stowell who died on April 7, 2001. Jim is survived by his loving and devoted wife Elizabeth "Betty" Fischer Arndt; sons and daughter-in-law: J. Patrick & Marcia Arndt of Horseheads, NY and John Thomas Arndt of Elmira, NY; daughter and son-in-law: Kathleen M. & Marty Worth of Fort Myers, Florida; grandchildren: John T. Arndt Jr. and Janna S. & Justin Jurs; great granddaughter: Ava Rose Jurs; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Dorothy & Edward Hughes of Elmira , NY and Margaret & Emory Bennett of Elmira, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday November 19, 2005 at 11 AM at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY with Deacon Ray Defendorf officiating. Interment in Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira, NY at the convenience of the family.
Elwin J. AUSTIN (SRGP 14145), age 44, of 1305 Maple Ave., Friday, Jan. 29, 1965. Body at McCarthy Funeral Home. Calling hours; Sunday and Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service there Tuesday at a time to be announce, the Rev. Kent J. Lattimer, Woodlawn National Cemetery. Survived by wife, Mrs. Geraldine Austin; daughters, Winnie Jo, Dixie Lee, Geri Lee; sons Robert and William all at home; mother, Mrs. Susan Austin of Elmira; sister, Mrs. Leonard Wood of Dansville, Pa.; brothers, Clinton and Gordon both of Elmira, Charles of Scottsville, Leroy of Venice, Calif. He was a sales manager at Vasco Products Co., and a veteran of World War II.
GERALD (Jerry) E. AUSTIN, SR. Age 63 of Elmira Heights, NY, Wednesday, November 1, 1995 at Bath Veterans Hospital, Bath, NY. Mr. Austin is survived by his wife, June I. Austin; children, Jeri and Donna Austin, Penny Wisneski, David Austin, Wendy and Don DiBucci, Holly Austin, Gerry Austin, Terralyn Austin; grandchildren, John, Rob and Eric Wisneski, Tatyana Austin, DJ and Alexis DiBucci. Gerald was born January 22, 1932 in Gillett, PA, one of 16 children born to August E. and Bessie (Blodgett) Austin. Surviving siblings are, Joyce Kinslow, Lynwood Austin, Merle Austin, Marilyn Jenkins, Milton (Stub) Austin, Marcia Austin, Marie Hudler, Mary Rummings, Carroll Austin, Barbara Mintz; several nieces and nephews. Jerry was a veteran of the Korean War, a life-long member of the Church of the Nazarene, and Elmira Heights Volunteer Fireman #13. He was employed by Streeter Associates for over 28 years. Jerry was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather; he will be sorely missed. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Penna. Ave., Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00-9:00 PM with Funeral Service Monday at 11:00 AM in the First Church of the Nazarene, 1136 Broadway, Elmira, Rev. Steven Johnson will officiate. Interment in Woodlawn National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the Gerald Austin Memorial Fund at the First Church of the Nazarene, Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette.
AVERY Edward R. Age 60, of Elmira NY, died Friday, August 4, 2006 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester NY after a 7 month battle following a liver transplant. Ed was born in Elmira, a son of the late Mark Longwell and Bertha Porter Avery. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Janet Myers Avery; son Brian Avery of Athens PA with Angela Oakley and his children Tyler and Cara; son and daughter-in-law, Doug and Luree Avery of Raleigh NC with their children Rees and Jordan; brothers, John D. Avery of Las Vegas and Harold Avery Sr. of Elmira; sister Beverly Maupin of Las Vegas; loving "sidekick" Zeus; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Ed was a flight engineer with the US Air Force from 1963 to 1969. He was a well known sheet metal worker in the Southern Tier. Ed was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, always attentive to the needs of others. He had a special love in helping young people and was a 10 year Little League coach in Odessa. Ed, along with Janet, was also a 4H leader for 10 years. He enjoyed following NASCAR and has a variety of favorite drivers. Ed was a long time member and past officer with the Horseheads American Legion Post #442. Friends are invited to call at McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets, on Tuesday, August 8, 2006 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 7:00 to 9:00 pm. A funeral service will be held there on Wednesday, August 9, 2006 at 1:00 pm with Rev. Jeannie Bleiler conducting the service. Committal prayers and military honors will follow at Woodlawn National Cemetery. Star-Gazette.com Obituaries for 08/07/06
BACON
Richard L. "Dick" Was blessed into peace after a courageous battle
with cancer, Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at home surrounded by his loving family.
Surviving Dick is his loving wife of 28 years, Ann E. Morse Bacon of Elmira;
Daughter, Noreen Luna of Pueblo, CO; Sons, Matthew and Michael Bacon both
of Elmira; 3 grandchildren, Daniel, Nicole, Kyle; Mother and Father, Merial
Allen of Millerton, PA, Arthur Bacon of Elmira; Brothers, Arthur Bacon
Jr., John Bacon, Roy Allen, David Allen, Jack Allen, Sisters, Jean Smith,
Linda Allen, and several nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited
to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira,
NY Thursday, August 2nd, 2001 2:00PM to 4:00PM and 7:00PM to 9:00PM. Funeral
services will be held there Friday, August 3rd, 2001 at 10:00am. The Reverend
Edward Crandall will officiate. Interment will take place directly following
in the Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY where full military honors
will be accorded. Dick was a very hard working man. He loved his family
and friends and the special moments they shared. Most recently Dick delivered
for Bill Lewis Trucking; in the past, he worked for Corning Inc. and Trayer
Products. Dick was very proud to be a Navy Veteran. Those close to him
knew him as a skilled bowler, accomplished carpenter, fellow Elmira Moose
Member, Yankee fan and fun loving, very hard working man. Many will hold
his memory close and never forget Dick's courage during the last year.
BAHANTKA William Joseph, Jr. Age 69, of Elmira Heights, NY. He was born April 19, 1936 in Lopez, PA, son of the late William Joseph, Sr. and Catherine (Kozemko) Bahantka and died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Monday, December 19, 2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was predeceased by his parents; sister and brother-in-law, Rosemarie and Gary May; mother-in-law, Isabelle Newman on September 30, 2005. He is survived by his dear and loving wife of 47 years, Marilyn (Newman) Bahantka; children and grandchildren, William (Cheryll) Bahantka with their daughter, Jamie; Becky (Nicholas) Gilbert with their children, Rebecca, Nicholas and Elliot; Susan (Timothy) Matejka and their children, Summer (Jeremy) Flansburg with son, Jack, Heather (Zeke) Mansfield with daughter, Laura, Justine and Sara Poteat; Deborah (John) Tokar with their children, Jon-Michael and Kendyl; Stephen Bahantka (Kim Buchanan) and Amber Bahantka; brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Darline Bahantka, Francis and Charlotte Bahantka; sister and brother-in-law, Darleen and Richard Gumtow; aunt, Julia Kozemko; cousins, Ted and Mike Kozemko; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. Bill was a lifelong resident of Elmira Heights. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and retired from Thatcher Glass after 25 years of service. Bill loved to hunt, fish, travel, cook and trips to the casinos. His passion after retirement was his gardens, green grass, spending time with his children and grandchildren, but especially traveling with his loving wife, Marilyn. At Bill's request, there will be no calling hours. Family and friends are invited to attend his graveside service on Thursday, December 22nd, at 11 a.m. in Woodlawn National Cemetery, 1825 Davis St., Elmira. Deacon William Dougherty will officiate. In lieu of flowers, Bill may be remembered through donations to the Veterans Military Honors Squad, c/o Post 154, 236 Scottwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY 14903. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family.
BAIER Louis E. "Lew" A longtime resident of Plymouth Ave. Southport died, Tuesday evening, July 19, 2005 at his home with his family at his side following a battle with cancer at the age of 82. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Saturday, July 23, 2005 between the hours of 12 (noon) - 2 p.m. A memorial service will follow the visitation with Lew's pastor, the Reverend James Crupi of the Christian Faith Fellowship Church officiating. Full military honors will be accorded Lew in the Gardens at Caywood's after the service. Upon completion, Lew's ashes will be interred in the Woodlawn National Cemetery Columbarium here in Elmira. The family will provide flowers and requests memorials be directed to the Christian Faith Fellowship Church, PO Box 4212 Elmira, NY 14904 or Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd. Corning, NY 14830 in his memory
CLARENCE JUNIOR BAILEY, age 74, of Palm Bay, Florida, died on Friday, November 29, 2002 at the Holmes Regional Medical Center in Florida. Survivors include his wife, Teresa Bailey of FL, and their children, Brian, Michele and Donald Bailey all of FL; children from first marriage, Robert Bailey of Cayuta, NY, Sam (Phylis) Bailey of Bath, NY, Tim Bailey of Chemung, Rebecca (Patrick) Perry of Elmira Heights, Ken Bailey of Elmira and Jim Bailey of Elmira; brother, Loren (Pat) Bailey of FL; sister, Helen (Carl) Jeliff of FL. Clarence was predeceased by his son Michael over 30 years ago at the age of 4. He was a Veteran of the US Army serving during the Korean War. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, December 6th from 12 to 1 PM at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at l PM. Interment will follow in the Woodlawn National Cemetery with full military honors. –Elmira Star Gazette.
BAILEY - WILLIAMS Elizabeth M.
Age 89, of 1523 Pennsylvania Avenue, Pine City, NY, passed away peacefully
on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at home with her loving family at her side.
Elizabeth was born February 20, 1920 in Oil City, PA, daughter of the late
Emanuel W. and Lillie O. (Bush) Bailey. She was married to the late Ralph
Williams who passed away April 17, 1992. Elizabeth was retired from both
Remington Rand and St. Joseph's Hospital. She was a member of the Elmwood
Baptist Church. Her interests included reading, playing dominoes, Yahtzee,
euchre and enjoyed spending time with her family. Survivors include her
two daughters, Lois (Merle) Crastley of Odessa, NY, Karen (Richard), Benjamin
of Pine City, NY; six grandchildren, Dianna Lazouras, Cynthia (Daniel)
Harrington, Frederick (Sandra) Stoquert III, Jeffery (Elizabeth) Stoquert,
Elizabeth (Thomas) Gossett, Kelly Stoquert; eight great-grandchildren,
Nicholas Lazouras, Justin Lazouras, Caleb Harrington, Kyle Stoquert, Kamrin
Stoquert, Nathan Stephenson, Tristan Harrington, Gabriel Harrington; three
step-grandchildren, Kristopher Gossett, Dillon Gossett, Jason (Stacey)
Clary; as well as many nieces and nephews. Elizabeth was predeceased by
her daughter, Sandra E. Williams in 1945; husband, Ralph E. Williams; brother,
Clair Bailey; sisters, Rebecca Taladay, Olive Bennett and Sapphire Schantz.
Family and friends are invited to call from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, November
18, 2009, at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg,
NY. Her service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 8 p.m.
with Rev. Lynn Ensign of the Mt. Pisgah Wesleyan Church officiating. Interment
will be at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn National Cemetery,
Elmira, NY. Memorials are directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E. Corning
Rd., Corning, NY 14830. Published in Star-Gazette on November 16,
2009
BAILEY James W.
Age 71, of Elmira, NY entered into eternal rest on Friday, October
31, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital. He is survived by life partner, Marigene
Ripley; sons, Robert J. "Robbie" (Kelly), Marc, Michael Bailey; daughter,
Jaime Bailey; step-son, Scott Ripley; grandchildren, Kirsten, Heather,
Roxanne, Stevie, Brewster, Mercedes, Maliki, Chloe, Bianca, Levi, Jeremiah
and Amanda; great-granddaughter, McKenzie; brothers, George (Shirley) and
Kenneth Bailey; sister Florence Kennedy; many nieces, nephews, friends
and his faithful and loyal companion "Boof." Predeceased by parents, Russell
and Eva (Eastwood) Bailey; brother, Henry; sister Lucille Kent, Mary Rummings.
Officer and member of the American Legion Post #443 for over 27 years,
United States Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict, United States Postal
Service Letter Carrier. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof
Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Southport/Elmira on Wednesday,
November 5, 2008, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Officers and members of the American
Legion will conduct a service for Jim at 7:00 p.m., followed by Military
Honors at the Funeral Home. Interment will take place at the convenience
fo the family in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 11/2/2008
BAILEY, MARGARET L. (BAILEY) DECKER. Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, age 58 of Elmira, NY, died Sunday, March 26, 2000 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Margaret is survived by her husband of 39 years, Robert L. Decker. She is also survived by sons, Timothy J. and Steven M. Decker, both of Elmira; daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia A. and Jeff McNeil with their daughter, Michelle of Erin, NY, Deborah L. and Jeff Levanduski with their sons, Zachary and Eric of Elmira Heights; brothers, Harold of Florida, Ernest, Roy, Rodney, Fred and Charles of Van Etten, Robert of Ithaca; brother and sister-in-law, James and Edna Bailey of Erin; sister, Cathy Bailey and sister-in-law, Sydney both of Florida; good friends, and neighbors, Jack and Thelma Tyler; several nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to call at the McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets on Tuesday, March 28, 2000 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM and 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A funeral service will follow at 8:00 PM with Father Patrick Connor conducting the service. Interment will be held Wednesday at Woodlawn National Cemetery. Those wishing may make donations to the American Heart Association, Syracuse, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette.
Wallace E. BAILEY
Wellsboro- Wallace E. “Buzz” Bailey, 77, of Elmira Heights, N.Y., a
borough native, died Saturday, Jan. 24, 1998, at Arnot Ogden Medical Center.
He owned and operated Putnam Pontiac-Cadillac Co. here and retired from
Wilson Store Equipment Inc., Elmira. He was a member of the Wellsboro
Men’s Chorus and the 70 plus Ski Club. An Army veteran of World War
II, he was a prisoner of war in Bucharest/Romania. He received the
European-African-Middle Eastern campaign ribbon with four bronze stars,
the Purple Heart and the air medal. He was a member of American Legion
Post 154 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6083 in New York. Born
Nov. 2, 1920, he was a son of Edwin C. and Mabel M. Robbins Bailey.
Surviving are his wife of 15 years, Linda; a daughter, Judith Jones of
Canton, Mich.; a son, James of Wellsboro; four stepchildren, Frank Crone
of Elmira, N.Y., Evelyn Five of Tampa, Fla., Lawrence Crone of St. Petersburg,
Fla., Dana Crone of Cape Vincent, N.Y.; four grandchildren; a great grandson.
He was predeceased by a sister, Olive. A memorial service will be
at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Ballard & Lindgren’s, 161 Oakwood Ave., Elmira
Heights, with the Rev. E. Gene Callihan officiating. Interment, with
full military rites, will be in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Friends
may call at the funeral home from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday.
BAKER Gary L. Age 59, of Walnut St., Elmira, NY died Tuesday, April 4, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Gary was born in Elmira, son of the late Vern and Blanch (Ferguson) Baker. Gary served our country in the United States Army during Vietnam. Survivors include his loving wife, Sharon of 31 years; daughter, Lori Samchisen of Horseheads, NY; sons, Tim and Scott (special companion, Amy) Cummings, both of Elmira Heights, NY; grandchildren, Kelly and Zachary Samchisen, Ryan, Tara, and Brittiani Cummings; stepfather, Edward Shon of Horseheads, NY; sister, Alice (William) Erickson of Elmira; several nieces and nephews; best friend, David Hall Jr. of Elmira; his loved pet dogs, Cissy and Boo Boo. It was Gary's wishes that there would be no services held. Interment will take place in the Woodlawn National Cemetery with full military honors at the convenience of the family.
BALDWIN Howard G.
Age 83, passed away peacefully at his winter home in Englewood, FL
on March 14, 2009 from pancreatic cancer. Born 1925 in Big Flats, NY to
Horace and Vera Baldwin, he graduated from Corning's Northside High, then
served in the Army from '43-46. He married Hazel Moss in 1948. They made
a beautiful full life together as committed partners, parents, and grandparents
and great-grandparents. Over the years they enjoyed square dancing, golfing,
camping, hunting, fishing, bowling and various games. He loved gardening,
hospitality and staying in touch with family, friends and acquaintances
through visits, cards, calls, photographs and the lost art of letter-writing.
Howard showed his love in many ways. He worked hard as a business owner
and as a mason, refusing out-of-town work for the sake of his family. He
was always involved and supportive of their various interests. When he
became a grandparent, he proved to be their consummate cheerleader. He
took great pride in the accomplishments of all his family, near and far.
He could be counted on by friends and family alike for his encouragement,
generosity, hospitality, and genuine love and interest in them. He is and
will continue to be sorely missed by the many whose lives he has touched.
Howard is survived by and will be lovingly remembered by Hazel, his wife
of 60 years; and by his children, Cheryl Slavin of Elmira, Jay Baldwin
of Florence, MT, and Deborah Nelson of Yakima, WA; and daughter and son-in-law,
Barbara and Joseph Seymour of Big Flats; grandchildren, Joseph and Audrey
Slavin, Michele and David Malner, Lynnette and Jay Singer, James and Jamie
Slavin, Roarke, Kelsey and Nolan Baldwin, Julia and Joseph Seymour, Seth
Hammond, Courtney and Kevin Melone; as well as nine great-grandchildren.
He also leaves behind sisters and brothers-in-law, Jean and William Zukas
of Pine City, Doris and Henry Lembeck of Watkins Glen and North Port, FL;
sister, A. Nancy Kelly of Troy, PA; sister-in-law, Jeannette Miller of
Fletcher, NC; brother-in-law, Benjamin (Judith) Moss of Medina, NY; and
wife's sister-in-law, Marion Moss, Zephyr Hills, FL; as well as many nieces
and nephews and close friends. Family and friends are invited to call at
the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, Monday, May 18, 2009,
from 10-12:00 noon. A service celebrating his life will follow calling
hours at the funeral home at 12:00 noon. Interment with military honors
will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery Elmira, NY. Those wishing may
also remember Howard with memorial contributions to TideWell Hospice and
Palliative Care, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238. Published in
the Star-Gazette on 5/10/2009
BALL Roland A. U.S. AirForce, Major Retired Age 87 of Horseheads, NY died on Thursday March 16, 2006. Mr. Ball was born March 19, 1918 in Ambridge, Pennsylvania the son of the late William and Pauline Fink Ball. Major Ball was a veteran of WW II serving his country with the U.S. Army Air Corps and retired from The U.S. Air Force Reserves with the rank of Major. Roland was pre-deceased by his wife, Alma Lenore Reed Ball, on January 16, 1993. Mr. Ball was a retired school teacher having taught for over 26 years at the Dryden Central School System in Dryden, NY. He enjoyed square dancing and spending time with his friends. Roland is survived by his loving and caring companion Mildred E. Scaife; son: Carmen Lee Ball of Elmira, NY; daughter: Sharon L. Wight of Arizona; grandchildren: David A. Wight and Kari L. Wight; three great grandchildren; sister: Eleanor Grabnegger of Silver Springs, Maryland; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. It was Mr. Ball's wish that there be no prior calling hours. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Gravesite Committal Services on Friday March 24, 2006 at 2 PM at Woodlawn National Cemetery 1825 Davis Street Elmira, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded Major Roland A. Ball. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY.
EDWARD JOHN BARSAVAGE, age 78, formerly of 304 Baty St., Elmira, NY. Born October 19, 1919 in Bernice-Mildred, PA, the son of the late John Paul and Katherine (Kozelski) Barsavage. died Thursday, December 25, 1997 at Elcor Health Services, Horseheads, NY. Edward is survived by his loving wife, Clara Tinkham. Recently they celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary on December 11th. Other survivors include his children: Charles E. (Rae) Barsavage, Esther M. (John) Bresett, Michael E. Barsavage, all of Elmira, NY; sister Alice (Steve) Sysock of Bernice, PA; grandchildren: Christopher Anger of Southgate, MI; Stacy and Eric Bresett, Alexander and Jason Barsavage, all of Elmira, NY; along with 4 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Mr. Barsavage retired from Thatcher Glass after 35 years of service as a machine operator. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving from 1943-1945 and was a member of the Bernice American Legion in Bernice, PA. Family and friends are invited to call at the Ballard and Lindgren Funeral Home, 161 Oakwood Ave, Elmira, NY on Sunday, December 28, 1997 from 2 to 4 p.m. Funeral Services will be held there at the conclusion of calling hours (4 p.m.). The Rev. Scott M. Kubinski will officiate. A Private Graveside Service will be held in the Woodlawn National Cemetery at the convenience of the family where full military honors will be accorded. Elmira Star Gazette.
BATES Allen F.
Indepenpent Contract Pilot - Was born January 25, 1927 in Binghamton,
NY, the son of the late Allen L. and Mable A. (Mosher) Bates, died peacefully
on Sunday, July 8, 2007, at Elcor Health Services at the age of 80. His
adored children, Carol Steptoe and Allen Bates predeceased him. Allen is
survived by his loving wife and favorite Co-Pilot, "Schatz" Jeanne and
his beloved "Micey" Katie, both at home; beloved "Chief," JoAnn Glover
with husband, John; son-in-law, J. W. Steptoe; grandchildren, Terry (Crystal)
Steptoe, Bobby (Monica) Bates, Jesse Bates, Amanda, Toyann, Tara, Kara
and Ty Robert, all of Texas; great-grandchildren, Blaze, Victoria, Natalee,
Emmalee, Taya and David; special cousins, Sandi (Brian) Wood and Billy
Mosher; along with many flying buddies. At his request, there will be no
prior calling hours or services. Private interment will take place in the
Woodlawn National Cemetery at the convenience of the family. The Bates
family wishes to extend their sincere gratitude and appreciation to the
staff and personnel of Elcor Health Services and Southern Tier Hospice
for the compassion and care they gave to Allen. In lieu of flowers, memorial
donations may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning
Road, Corning, NY 14830, in his memory. Arrangements have been entrusted
to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/10/2007.
BATROWNY William M.
Of Southport, died suddenly on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 following an
enjoyable morning of fishing. Born on February 4, 1922 in Elmira. Bill
was the son of Charles & Emily Fadel Batrowny. He served in the US
Army from 1942 - 1945. After returning home from the war, Bill married
Helen Aitchison in August 1949. He was employed by Hilliard Corp. as a
tool & die maker for 43 years until his retirement. Bill enjoyed gardening,
walking in his neighborhood, the outdoors, fishing, sporting events and
all activities with his sons, grandchildren and other family members. Surviving
is his wife and companion of 58 years, Helen Aitchison Batrowny, Southport;
along with their children, George (Sandy) Batrowny, Elmira; Thomas Batrowny,
Southport; and Peter (Darlene) Batrowny; Horseheads; seven cherished grandchildren,
Jason, Kelley, Lindsay, Molly, Brooke, Alana and Andrew Batrowny; a brother,
George (Betty) Batrowny, West Elmira; a sister, Jeanne Defalco, Long Island,
NY; a sister-in-law, Maime Joseph, Southport; brothers-in-law, William
(Kay) Aitchison and Peter (Isabelle) Aitchison of Scotland; along with
nieces, nephews and many family friends. Guests will be received at Caywood's
Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Friday, March 28,
2008 between the hours of 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will take place
at Caywood's on Saturday morning at 10a.m. with the Reverend Donald Matthews
officiating. Full military services will be accorded Mr. Batrowny in Woodlawn
National Cemetery following the funeral services. Memorial donations may
be directed to the EFA Booster Club, 933 Hoffman, Elmira, NY 14905 in his
memory. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/28/2008.
DONALD BAXTER SR., of Pine City, NY, age 45, died Thursday, October 15, 1998 unexpectedly. He was born January 30, 1953 to Phillip and Jean Baxter in Troy, PA. Donald is survived by his mother, Jean Baxter of Millerton, PA; daughters; Melannie R. Baxter of Waverly, NY; Angel L. Baxter of Pine City, NY; sons, Bradley Voorhees of Seneca Falls, NY; Justin P. Voorhees of Pine City, NY: Donald P. Baxter, Jr. of Pine City, NY; sisters, Vicki E. (Michael) Werner of Big Flats, NY; Lois A. (Ron) Seymour of Millerton, PA; brothers, Richard A. Haight of Millerton, PA; James Haight of Buffalo, NY; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his father, Phillip Baxter, Donald was a loving father, son, and brother. He was a supervisor at Elmira Stamping where he had worked for the last 19 years, and a US Army Veteran. Family and friends are invited to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY for calling hours on Sunday, October 18, 1998 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Monday, October 19, 1998 at 12:00 PM with Rev. L. Burdett Greenlaw officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn National Cemetery immediately following the funeral. Military honors will be accorded at the graveside. Those wishing may make memorials to the American Heart Association, Syracuse, NY in Donald’s name. –Elmira Star Gazette.
BAXTER –SHIRLEY M. YEOMANS, age 60, formerly of 103 South Kinon St., Southport, NY, and presently a resident of the Elcor went to be with her Lord Saturday, May 31, 1997 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late Norman and Elizabeth Baxter. Also predeceased by a grandson, Matthew Yeomans and her husband, Raymond Yeomans Sr. in 1994. Survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Stephen Yeomans of Lodi, NY, Jeffrey (Laurie) Yeomans of Virginia Beach, VA, and Raymond Yeomans Jr. of Groton, CT; daughters and sons-in-law, Michelle (Barry) Hafer of Irving, TX, Lisa (Kevin) Reid of San Antonio, TX, and Colleen Yeomans of Elmira, NY; brothers and sisters-in-law; Donald (Virginia) Baxter of Elmira Heights, NY, and Gerald (Connie) Baxter of Elmira, NY; sisters and brothers-in-law, Betty (Robert) Bly of Hinsdale, NY, Lellain Bean of Elmira Heights, NY and Barbara (Robert) Wandricke of Elmira, NY; 10 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Yeomans was a member of the Elmira Moose, Eagles, and The Elmira Heights Legion. She was also the owner of the Tiny Tavern in Southport, NY. Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home, Inc. Tuesday, June 3rd, 1997 from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. A Prayer Service will be held at the Barrett Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 4th, 1997 at 10:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary’s Southside, Fr. Rick Farrell will officiated the services. Interment will follow at Woodlawn National Cemetery. –Elmira Star Gazette.
BELCHER - George L. Belcher Jr., 74, went to be with his loving Lord on July 23, 2008 after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was a loving father, husband, grandfather, brother and uncle who will be missed by all who knew him. He was born on April 22, 1934 in Sayre a son of the late George and Mavis (Hausknecht) Belcher. George was a proud Marine who served his country from 1955-1958 and then spent a number of years in the reserves. He had a passion for trains, volunteering for the Tioga Central Railroad as a break-man and switch operator. He also enjoyed watching football, especially the Green Bay Packers. He enjoyed county music, traveling and spending time with his family and collecting bald eagles. He is survived by wife Marcia Eccleston, Waverly; children: Allan (Elizabeth) Belcher of Sayre; Patricia Hemenway of Roanoke, Va.; Brothers Paul (Anne) Belcher, Athens; Dale Belcher, Williamsport, Pa.; Donald Belcher, Sayre; grandchildren Cassandra Belcher, Aaron Hemenway and Jessica (Rob) Ketchum; great grandchildren Jeremiah Ketchum and Patrick Hemenway. Many nieces, nephews, and friends also survive. He was predeceased by his sister-in-law Carol Belcher and Nephew Jeffrey Belcher. All services will be private with internment at Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira. Memorials can be directed to Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive Triangle, VA 22172 or Elmira Salvation Army 414 Lake St. Elmira, N.Y. 14901 in loving memory of George. Caring services are being provided by Cooley Tioga Point Cremation & Burial Options, 802 North Main Street Athens, Pa. 18810 Submitted by R.KW. Sayre Morning Times
BELIN - CASEY, Ruth M.
Age 89, of Elmira Heights, NY. She was born March 28, 1919 in Elmira,
daughter of the late David H. and Myrtle (Weaver) Belin, and died Wednesday,
October 29, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was predeceased
by husband, James Casey, Sr.; sons, David Casey and James Casey, Jr.; daughter,
Lenore Casey; and sisters, Veronica Dannelley and Katherine Barner. She
is survived by her daughter, Kathleen (Lee) Jackson of Elmira Heights;
granddaughter, Kasey Jackson of Elmira Heights; grandson, Thomas (Jessica)
Casey of Horseheads; granddaughter, Patty (Tim) Robinson of Ceres, CA;
great-grandchildren, Ryan and Jillian Casey, Jonathan and Elizabeth Robinson;
nephew, Charles Prechtl, Jr. of Elmira; cousin, Robert (Jean) Landon of
TN; special friends, Helen Roote, Floretta Conklin, and Joellen Sweeney.
Ruth was employed with Artistic Card, Remington Rand, Moore Business Forms
and Kennedy Valve. She was a member of the Full Gospel Church of Catlin
Center. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral
Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Thursday, October 30th,
from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Her Funeral Service will be held there on Friday,
October 31st, at 11 a.m. Cecil Roote will officiate. Committal prayers
and interment will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 10/30/2008
DEAN K. BELLOWS, 77, OF Towanda died Monday evening, Oct. 10, 1994, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center; Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Born May 17, 1917, in Wysox, he was a son of the late Kelsey and Margaret Chaapel Bellows. Mr. Bellows was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army. He later was employed by Gordon Robbins, mason contractor of Troy, for many years. Dean was a member of East Smithfield VFW Post No. 7378. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. Surviving are: his wife, Ruby Bump Bellows; a daughter, Marian Bellows of Towanda RR 4; three sons, Timothy Bellows and Dewey Bellows, both of Towanda RR 3, and James Bellows of Towanda; a sister, Mary Shanfelt of California; three grandchildren, Elizabeth, Dustin and Danny Bellows; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Lawrence, Kelsey and Conley Bellows; and three sisters, Isadore Shay, Eloise Bellows and Clarabelle Smith. The funeral and committal service will be held Thursday, Oct. 13, at 1 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson, pastor emeritus of the Wysox Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira. Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 will accord military honors at the funeral home Thursday afternoon. The family will receive friends Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. at the funeral home. -Towanda Daily Review.
BENEDICT - TOWNLEY, Sandra B.
Age 64, of Rt. 13 in Horseheads, passed away after a brief illness
Thurs., April 2, 2009, at Elcor Health Services Center where she had recently
been residing. Sandy was born July 9, 1944 in Elmira, NY the daughter to
the late Carlton and Leona Mae (Adams) Benedict. She was predeceased by
her husband of 16 years, Jack Townley in 1994. Her surviving family includes
her brothers, Donwayne Benedict of San Francisco, CA, Floyd Benedict of
Horseheads, NY, Frank (Mary) Benedict of Gaston, SC, Glenn (Agnes) Benedict
of Horseheads, NY; several nieces and nephews including Denise Christofaro;
and Eric Krause; brother-in-law, Roy P. Krause of Horseheads, NY. She was
also survived by her feline companion, "J.T." Sandy was also predeceased
by her sisters, Barbara Cooper in 1997 and Nancy Krause in 1999. She was
also predeceased by her precious dog, "Pebbles." Sandy was a T.A.E. class
of 1964 graduate and a machine operator with Corning Inc. when she retired
there in 2002. She was a kind a gracious lady who will be missed by those
whose lives she touched. Special thanks to the staff of Elcor Hickory Knoll
South and to Southern Tier Hospice. Family and friends are invited to call
at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads on Sunday, April
5, 2009, from 2-5:00 p.m. A funeral service will be conducted by Rev. Fred
Kelsey Monday at the funeral home at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place
in Woodlawn National Cemetery next to her husband, Jack. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 4/4/2009
BENNETT –LOIS R. STORCH died Thursday April 4, 2002 unexpectedly but peacefully in her sleep at her home in Elmira at the age of 73. Born on January 5, 1929 in Rome, PA, Lois was the daughter of Willis and Ruth Rutty Bennett. She married John F. Storch on September 21, 1947 at Epworth United Methodist Church in Elmira and they made their home here ever since. Lois was employed by Sears and Roebuck in the Auditing Department for several years. She attended Hillcrest Baptist Church. Lois enjoyed oil painting, gardening and caring for her family and home. Surviving is her loving husband of 54 years, John F. Storch; her children, Susan L. Storch of Lebanon, NJ; Lorin C. and Roxanne M. Storch of Elmira; and Karen B. Storch of Horseheads; a grandson, Aaron C. Stanbro and an granddaughter, Elissa M. Stanbro; brothers and sisters-in-law, Willis and Marilyn Bennett of Brookside, PA and Everett and JoAnne Bennett of Helena, AL; along with nieces, nephews and cherished friends. Family and friends will be received at Caywood’s Funeral Home & Gardens, 126 Broadway, Southport on Saturday April 6, 2002 from 12 noon -3 p.m. Funeral services will take place in the funeral chapel at Caywood’s at the conclusion of visitation (3 p.m.) with the Reverend Richard Curtis officiating. Interment will take place in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Lois is remembered by her family as a humble woman of great Christian faith. She was very active in her church and supported many charities. Donations may be directed to Hillcrest Baptist Church Memorial Fund, 115 West Hill Rd., Elmira, NY in her memory. -Elmira Star Gazette.
Robert F. BESCANCENY , Sr. age 74, of Elmira, NY died Thursday, December 12, 2002 at Arnot Ogden Hospital,Mr. Besanceney was born September 19, 1928 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Ross and Violet Summers Besanceney. He is survived by his wife Jean Hartford, daughter; Marilou Besanceney of Webster, NY, son; Robert F. Besanceney, Jr. of Naples, FL. Daughter; Jan Zeigler of Horseheads, NY, sister; Betty Mitchell of Port Orange, FL, niece; Jeanne (BJ) and Dan Holleran of Elmira, NY, nephew, Douglas Mitchell of Sarasota, FL, niece, Sharon and Bill Michaels of Winter Park, FL, niece; Roberta and David Knickerbocker of Port Orange, FL, several great nieces and nephews, numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-laws. He was predeceased by his brother, Allen J.Besanceney and sister, Joyce Weisenfluh. Robert served in the Army from 1946 to 1948 during WWII. He was an employee of Sears and Roebuck for many years. Bob had been a member of AA since 1957. Those wishing may make memorial donations in Bob's name to the Artic League, Inc.., 114 W. 2nd St., Elmira, NY 14901. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday December 14, 2002 from 1 to 3 PM and 6 to 8 PM at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave, Elmira, NY. The funeral will be held there saturday at 8:00 PM with Deacon Robert Stowell officiating. Burial will be at the Convience of the family in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira
BESCHLER MARGARET E "PEG"
RINKER Margaret E. "Peg" Age 82, of Elmira, NY, died on Monday, May
15, 2006, at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was born in Bellwood, PA, to the
late Karl and Mary Jane (Wiley) Beschler. Peg was predeceased by her husband,
Wallace "Slap" Rinker and a son, Wallace Rinker III. She is survived by
her sons, DeSales (Betty) Rowsey of CO, Jack (Naomi) Wood of Lowman, Robert
Rowsey of AR, Daniel Rinker of PA and James Rinker of PA; daughters, Mary
Nelson of Elmira, Roxanne Rowsey, Bonnie (David) Drake of NC, Peggie Diello
of Elmira and Elizabeth "Libby" Courtright of Elmira; brothers, James (Delores)
Beschler of Horseheads, and Mike (Ursula) Beschler of CT; sister, Elizabeth
Martin of VA; 25 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; along with several
nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, May
19th, 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. Interment will follow in Woodlawn
National Cemetery.
BEVILACQUA - BENNETT
Grace, M. Age 73 of Elmira, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, May
2, 2001. Grace daughter of the late Anthony and Angeline Lombardi Bevilacqua,
was predeceased by her husband, William W. Bennett and son, William W.
Bennett, Jr. She is survived by her children, Antoinette Lorgan of Lafayette,
CO with husband Gary and children, Jennifer Tarantella and Kristine Lorgan,
Paula Parker of Elmira, with husband, Robert and children, Gina Smith,
Kimberly Blaney, Toni, Loni, Mary and Scott Parker, Angela Tufillaro of
Elmira with husband Anthony and children Adam, Alicia and Anthony Tufillaro,
SFC William J. Bennett of Fort Bragg, NC with wife Tammy; twelve great-grandchildren;
sisters, Mary Ogershok of Elmira, Anne Mann of Sarasota FL with husband
Donald, Betty King of Elmira with husband Chuck, Sue Carozza of Elmira
with husband Mike; brothers, Joe Bevilacqua of Sarasota FL with wife Lucille,
Pete Bevilacqua of Endicott NY with wife Lucy, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law,
Thomas and Ruth Bennett, John and Eloise Bennett, Elon and Linda Bennett,
Ken and Polly Bennett, Bruce Bennett, Richard Button, Ina Chambers, Doris
and Earl Cowell; and very special friend, Darla Volker. Her brother-in-law,
Paul Ogershok and sisters-in-law, Mary Button and Edna Bennett also predeceased
Grace. bf Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner
of Water and Walnut Sts., on Sunday, May 6, 2001 from 2:00 P.M. to 5:00
P.M. A Prayer Service will be held at the funeral home on Monday, May 7,
2001 at 9:45 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of
Lourdes Church at 10:30 A.M. Interment will follow in Woodlawn National
Cemetery. Grace was retired from the A&P plant in Horseheads and was
a founding member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church. In lieu of flowers, donations
in Grace's memory may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East
Corning Road, Corning NY 14830 or the Mercy Care Center, 405 Linden Place,
Elmira NY 14901.
BLACK - GUBLO
Grace M. nee: Black Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Friend Age
82, of Elmira, went to be with the Lord and her beloved husband of 50 years,
Hank, on Friday, October 28, 2005 at home, surrounded by her loving family
after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Canandaigua, NY,
the daughter of William and Florence Bailey Black on March 23, 1923. She
was predeceased by her parents; husband, Hank; son, Richard; sister, Geraldine;
and brother, William, Jr.; and is survived by her daughter, Mary Theresa,
Farmington, NY; granddaughters, Ailisa and Stephanie, Rochester; great-granddaughters,
Kaeleigh and Grace of Rochester; a sister, Evelyn Jane Soper, Ralston,
PA; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Grace was a retired employee
of Arnot-Ogden Medical Center and the Supreme Court Library. She was a
lifelong member of St. Casimir's Church where she devoted many years of
service to the Church Bingo committee and pierogi making and was a Member
of its Rosary/Sacred Heart Society and the Wanda Circle. She will be sadly
missed until we see her again. Family will receive relatives and friends
at the Kalec Funeral Home, Wednesday, November 2nd from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
Prayer service there Thursday at 10 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at 11 a.m. in St. Casimir's Church, Rev. Eugene Dobosz, Presider.
Interment will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery.
BLAKE - FULMER, Gertrude B.
A long time resident of the Fassett and Gillett communities died Monday,
January 7, 2008 while under the care of Bethany Health Care and Southern
Tier Hospice at the age of 84. Born on September 22, 1923 in Philadelphia,
PA, Gertrude was the daughter of John E. & Blanche S. Otto Blake. She
was a loving wife to her husband, Elmer Elsworth Fulmer Jr. for over 50
years until his passing in 1994. Their first 20 years of marriage were
spent in the Philadelphia, PA area before moving to the Fassett, PA. In
serving the Lord, she was an active member of the Fassett Baptist Church.
Honored by her family heritage, Gertrude was an active member of the Daughters
of the American Revolution with over 50 years of service. Very social Gerturde
made friends easily, as was the case at Bethany Manor. Surviving are her
loving sons and their families, Elmer (Bonnie) Fulmer, Dallas, TX; Richard
"Dick" (Marge) Fulmer, Gillett, PA; Allen (Barbara) Fulmer, Elmira; and
James (Linda) Fulmer, Hamburg, PA; grandchildren, Rich (Billie) Fulmer,
Janice (Jan) Szablicki, Allen, John and Mark Fulmer, Curt (Stephanie) Fulmer,
Jean (Dustin) Barnard; great grandchildren, Ashley and Ryan Fulmer. Along
with many family and church friends. Family and friends will be received
at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport, NY on
Wednesday, January 9, 2008 between the hours of 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral
services will follow the evening visitation at 8:15 p.m. with her pastor
and friend the Reverend Donald Rockwell officiating. Burial will take place
in Woodlawn National Cemetery at her family's convenience. Memorial donations
may be directed to the Fassett Baptist Church, 36089 Route 14, Gillett,
PA 16925 in her memory.
BLANEY Alan D.
Age 47 of Big Flats, NY died on Monday July 7, 2008. Alan was born
July 12, 1960 in Sayre, PA. He was a graduate of Southside High School
Class of 1978. Alan was a Veteran serving his country with The U.S. Air
Force from 1978 - 1982. Alan married his wife, Maureen A. McDonald Blaney,
on October 9, 1982 and they would have celebrated their 26th Wedding Anniversary
this year. He was a graduate of St. Mary's School of Nursing in Minneapolis,
Minnesota. Alan was employed as a Registered Nurse at Southport Correctional
Facility in Elmira, NY and was previously employed by Founder's Pavilion
in Corning, NY. He was pre-deceased by his grandparents, his mother-in-law
Alice McDonald, and his father-in-law Ewan McDonald. Alan was a loving
husband, father, son, brother, and friend. His daughters Emily and Claire
were the "Center of His Universe" and his Pride and Joy. He loved being
a husband and father as his family was his life. His home was his castle
and he loved nothing more than spending time there, entertaining family
and friends or alone, working on home improvement projects, playing guitar
and the piano, tinkering with computers, tending to his garden or working
in his yard. Alan was an excellent nurse who always strived to do his very
best. Alan was an avid golfer who will be remembered for his sense of humor,
his creativity and desire to leave the world a little better than the way
he found it. And he certainly did that without question. He will be dearly
missed by all who loved him and were touched by his life. Alan is survived
by his loving devoted wife of over 25 years Maureen A. Blaney; his daughters
Emily M. Blaney and Claire T. Blaney both at home; sisters and brothers-in–law:
Laura Kaul of Elmira, NY, Kim & Greg Wheeler of Pine City, NY, and
Cindy & Mike Abruzzese of Syracuse, NY; parents: Esther & Wayne
McIlwain of Wellsburg, NY and Harold Blaney of Canton, PA; brothers-in-law
and sisters-in-law: Mike & Maureen McDonald of Roseville, MN, Sharon
& Paul Holden of Mound, MN, and Mary & Paul Bowerman of Comb, England;
numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a multitude of friends
including a special uncle and aunt David & Linda Morse of Williamsport,
PA and his close and loving friends Shawn, Alec, Nikki Kerbein, Jim Kaul,
Brian Grose, and his feline friends Bubba and Teeny. Relatives and friends
are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads,
NY on Friday July 11, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Alan's Funeral Service
will be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday July 12, 2008 at 12 PM. The
Rev Robert C. MacNamara will officiate. Full Military Honors will be accorded
to Alan at Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira, NY following his services.
The family is graciously declining floral tributes and those wishing may
remember Alan through memorial contributions to an Educational Scholarship
Trust Fund for his daughters c/o The Corning Federal Credit Union Miner's
Plaza 84 Canal Street Big Flats, NY 14814. Published in the Star-Gazette
from 7/9/2008 - 7/10/2008.
BLY - VOORHIS
Betty (Bly) Age 78, of Elcor Health Services, died on Thursday, May
5, 2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Elmira. She was the daughter of the
late Charles and Laura (Clark) Bly, Sr. Betty is survived by her son, Ricky
(Laura) Voorhis of Corning, NY; grandchildren, Richard Voorhis, Laurie
(Joe) Thompson; two great-grandchildren; sisters, Ruth Shelansky of Elmira,
and Bertha (Don) Phillips of Cayuta, NY; sister-in-law, Betty Mae Bly of
Tioga, PA; several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband,
Robert; brothers, Charles Bly, Jr., and Albert Bly. It was Betty's request
that there be no calling hours and a private funeral service be held at
the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Woodlawn National Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted to Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.
BOGH - NOONAN, Karen
Of South Main St. Elmira, died Tuesday, January 1, 2008 at the Arnot-Ogden
Medical Center following an illness at the age of 79. Born on May 8, 1928
in Hjorring, Denmark, Karen was the daughter of Laurits & Edith Rasmussen
Bogh. She was a loving wife and companion to her husband David Noonan Jr.
until his passing in 2001. She graduated from Elmira Business Institute
and was employed by both Hills and Ames Department Stores following their
closing she began employment for the American Red Cross in Elmira as an
office worker. During her employment she held the responsibility of encouraging
people to donate a life saving gift. Her many interests included gardening,
bike riding and caring for her pet birds. Karen was very active and enjoyed
the challenge each day presented. Karen is survived by her loving children,
David & Laura Noonan , Pine City; Laurits Noonan, Elmira; Colleen Scalzo,
Elmira; Patrick Noonan, Elmira; Kevin & Eileen Noonan, Elmira; twelve
grandchildren, two great grandchildren, a sister, Vivika Bailey, Mansfield,
PA; and a niece, Lisa Bailey. In honoring her wishes all services will
be private and held at the families convenience. Burial will take place
in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira with her husband David Noonan Jr.
Memorial donations may be directed to the American Red Cross, 911 Stowell
St. Elmira, NY 14901 in her memory. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 1/3/2008.
BOLAND
William M. "Bill B." Age 76 of Elmira, died Monday, December 3, 2001
at the Bath VA. Bill was born October 9, 1925, son of the late Francis
J. and Theresa McMahon Boland. He is survived by his wife Martha R. Boland;
children, Patrick M. Boland of Elmira, William M. Boland, Jr., of Scottsdale
AZ, Nancy L. Orgeron of New Orleans LA with husband Glen and Colleen T.
Boland of Ithaca NY; grandchildren, Katie Boland, Jack Michael Boland and
Manda L. Orgeron with stepson Chris; great-granddaughter Megan Sullivan;
step-children, Kelli A. Smith of Watkins Glen NY, Mark A. Smith of Plano
TX with wife Linda; Suzanne Henbest of Elmira with husband Ted; Carole
J. Berg of Elmira with husband Daniel; Kathleen J. Couser of Columbia MD;
step-grandchildren, Wesley, Mason and Jacob Smith; Heather, Teddy and Megan
Henbest; Danny and Rachel Berg and Bishop Couser; along with several nieces
and nephews. Bill is predeceased by sisters, Margaret "Peg" Krampf, Gertrude
Boland both of Corning and Mary Lou Schleich of Williamsport PA. Friends
are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts.,
on Thursday, December 6, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. A funeral service
will be held immediately after calling hours. Interment will be held on
Friday, December 7, 2001 at 1:30 P.M. at Woodlawn National Cemetery. Bill
was a U S Navy veteran, serving his country during World War II. He was
the city editor at the Corning Leader from 1972 until his retirement in
1983. Bill then started a second career as a drug and alcohol counselor
with the Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Clinic in Elmira. In 1992 the
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Chemung County honored Bill as the recipient
of the Brian R. Nagy, M.D. Professional Excellence Award for outstanding
contributions to the substance abuse field. He was also active in the community,
having been a member and past-president of the Painted Post Kiwanis Club.
Donations in Bill's memory may be directed to St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation
for Alcohol and Drug Treatment Services, 555 E. Market Street, Elmira NY
14901.
BOWEN - DAVIS
Grace E. Elmira Savings Bank Retiree Age 81 of Pensacola , Florida
formerly of Long Island and Horseheads, NY died on Saturday July 23, 2005.
Mrs. Davis was born August 2, 1923 in Springfield, MA the daughter of the
late Edward and Mary Morrison Bowen. She married her husband, Edgar C.
Davis, on April 5, 1947 and he pre-deceased her on May 27, 2000. Mrs. Davis
was member a of The Sullivanville United Methodist Church. Grace was a
former employee of Macy's in Roosevelt Field, L.I., NY and worked at Elmira
Savings Bank prior to her retirement. Mrs. Davis loved her family and friends
and cherished the time she spent with them. Grace is survived by her loving
and devoted sons and daughters-in-law: Edgar C. & Geraldine Davis of
Oceanside , NY and Kevin W. & Joanne Davis of Pensacola, Florida with
whom she had resided; six granddaughters, three great granddaughters and
three great grandsons; sisters: Mary Wilks of Lowman, NY and Florence Roth
of Sayre, PA; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Richard D. & Laura
Davis of Colchester, CT and Norman D. & Patricia Davis of Forked River,
NJ; several nieces, nephews, 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 Monday August 1, 2005 from 10 AM to 12 Noon. Mrs.
Davis' Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours
at 12 Noon. The Rev. Mari Rockwell will officiate. Interment in Woodlawn
National Cemetery in Elmira, NY. The Family will provide their own flowers
and those wishing may remember Mrs. Davis through memorials to The Sullivanville
United Methodist Church c/o Mr. Frank Jago Sr. 392 E. Sullivanville Road
Horseheads, NY 14845 or The Parkinson Disease Research Association.
BRADY Francis X. Dr. Age 81 of Elmira, NY died on Wednesday January 10, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira, NY. Dr. Brady was born January 29, 1925 in Hanover, PA the son of the late Francis X. and Katherine Keller Brady. He was a Veteran of WW II serving his country with the US Navy attaining the rank of Ensign. Frank received his Bachelor's Degree from Shippensburg State College and also received his Master's Degree in Education from Shippensburg State College. Frank married his wife, Margaret Shaffer "Mart" Brady, on June 21, 1952 and she pre-deceased him on September 27, 1992. He taught school and coached football in Pennsylvania for several years. Frank was elected to The Southern Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame as a Football Coach. During his entire career in education he became a mentor and advisor to many teachers as well as students who continued to keep in contact with him. Dr. Brady received his Doctorate Degree (PHD) in History in 1965 from Ball State University. Dr. Brady was The Dean of Continuing Education at Elmira College from 1965-1989. He was also a Professor Emeritus at Elmira College. "Chub" as he was affectionately known by his family and friends was a long-time member of The Corning Country Club and wrote The Chatter Newsletter for many years. Frank enjoyed his golfing trips to Blue Mountain with his golfing buddies through the years. He was an avid reader, golfer, enjoyed listening to music especially jazz, and watching football games and golf matches. Frank was a communicant of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Elmira, NY. "Doc" loved his family and friends and cherished every moment he spent with them. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law: Margaret Ann Brady-Murchison and Hugh Murchison of Durham, NC; sons and daughters-in-law: Dennis and Susan Brady of Waverly, NY and F.X. and Lisa Brady III of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren: Casey Chacona & Arlo Warner of Austell, GA, Israel & Melissa Chacona of Raleigh, NC, and Claire Murchison of Durham, NC; great granddaughter: Abigail Chacona of Raleigh, NC; brothers and sisters-in-law: Joe and Pat Brady of Hanover, PA and Michael and Judy Brady of Lock Haven, PA; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Charles and Lorraine Shaffer of Gulf Shores, Alabama, Gene and Mary Shaffer of Pinehurst, NC, Fred and Myrl Shaffer of Willow Grove, PA and Pauline Shaffer Grove of Huntington, PA; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, 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 Sunday January 14, 2007 from 2-5 PM. Dr. Brady's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours with Deacon George Welch officiating. Full Military Honors will be accorded Dr. Brady at the Funeral Home following his services. Interment in Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira, NY at the convenience of the family. It is his family's wish that in lieu of flowers Dr. Brady be remembered through memorials to The American Parkinson's Disease Association 135 Parkinson Avenue Staten Island, NY 10305 in memory of his beloved wife Margaret S. "Mart" Brady.
JOHN JOSEPH BRADY, 71, Canton, formerly of New Jersey, died, September 15, 2002, at the Wilkes-Barre VA Hospital, following a period of declining health. Born on January 10, 1931, in Jersey City, NJ, he was the son of the late William and Elizabeth Banorden Brady. Mr. Brady honorably served his country in the US Army during the Korean War. He was employed as grounds keeper for the McCallum Manor in Canton until failing health no longer permitted him to continue. Mr. Brady loved his family and enjoyed country music. Preceding him in death were his beloved wife of 21 years, Elizabeth “Betty” Brady, September 13, 1996. Surviving are his children; Cate Kendrick, Austin, TX, John Brady II, Greenfield Park, NY; stepdaughter, Rose Gilmer, Circleville, OH; grandchildren, Shaun Verdi, Jimmy and Nicky Gilmer. The family will receive friends 12 noon to 1 p.m., Friday, September 20, at the Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive, Canton. A private graveside and full military honors will follow at the Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira with the Rev. Jasper Smith, officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations may be directed to American Cancer Society, Williamsport, PA. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
GEORGE HENRY BRAUN SR. age 83, formerly of Schuyler Ave. Wednesday, March 1, 1967. Friends may call at the Hughes Funeral Home, 311 Lake St. Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Saturday at 1 p.m., the Rev. F. B. Tschudy. Woodlawn National Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Survived by sons, John H. Braun of Willingsboro, N. J., George H. Braun Jr. of Elmira; daughter, Miss Louise Braun of Elmira; brother, William Braun; sister, Mrs. Otto (Emma) Pohlman of Horseheads, several grandchildren. He was a member of the First United Church of Christ; past commander of E.M. Hoffman Camp No. 40 United Spanish American War Veterans Ass., member of the carpenters union no. 532. –Elmira Star-Gazette 33/2/1967
BRENNAN William "Bill"
Age 81, of Elmira, NY, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his
home Tuesday, November 10, 2009. Bill was born October 14, 1928, a son
of the late Robert and Julia Biecker Brennan. He served his country honorably
with the US Navy during WWII. Bill retired as a Maintenance Supervisor
at the NYS Correctional Facility in Elmira, NY. Bill is survived by his
loving wife of 42 years Ellen Mikkelsen; children, Mark (Millie) Brennan,
Regina (Curt) Sweet, Barbara Good, Rebecca Good, Margaret (Arthur) Tipton,
Kimberly (Toby) Lagonegro; grandchildren, Robbie Brennan, Tiffany Pelrah,
Kate Russell, Andrew Fuller, Alexis Eisenhart, Abbe Tipton and Peter Lagonegro;
great-grandchildren, Jacob Wallace, Collin Russell and soon-to-be Jackson
Eisenhart; brother, Robert Brennan; sister, Betty Jacyna and several nieces,
nephews and cousins; good friend, Joe Waite; and beloved four legged companions,
Pat and Mike. Predeceased by his beloved dogs, Pepper, Mollie, MacDougal
and Duncan. It was Bill's request that there be no services. Bill's ashes
will be placed in Woodlawn National Cemetery Columbarium at the convenience
of the family. Sullivan's Funeral Home is assisting the family. At the
family's request, those wishing to remember Bill may make memorial contributions
to SPCA, 2435 County Route 352, Elmira, NY 14903 or Southern Tier Hospice,
11751 E. Corning Rd. Corning, NY 14830.
Published in Star-Gazette on November 12, 2009
MARK W. BRENZO of Breesport Rd., Horseheads, N.Y. Friday, September 14, 1973. Friends may call at the Mogros Funeral Home Monday 7 to 9 p.m. where funeral and prayer service will be held Tuesday morning at 9 a.m. Donations to the Cancer Fund. Burial in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Full Military Honors will be accorded at the graveside. –Elmira Star-Gazette 9/17/1973
BRIGGS - KOZINSKY
Euphemia W. "Jackie" Age 79 of Olcott Rd. South, Big Flats, NY, died
Wednesday, May 9, 2001 at Elcor Health Services. Jackie was born February
13, 1922 in Vergennes, VT, the daughter of Garfield and Cyrena 'Peggy"
Briggs. She married John. F. Kozinsky, March 4, 1957 in Big Flats, NY.
He predeceased her May 30, 1998. Jackie had worked over 20 years as a bookkeeper
at Minier's Grocery in Big Flats. She was a member of the Big Flats American
Legion Auxiliary. She is survived by a son, John D. "Jay" (Karen) Kozinsky
of Elmira Heights; daughter, Janice Lynch of Claverack, NY; brother, Mr.
& Mrs. Joe Ferris of Bristol, VT; grandchildren, Steven C. and Timothy
J. Kosinsky, Shawn Lynch and several nieces and nephews. Family and friends
are invited to call at Hills Funeral Home, 69 Main St., Big Flats, on Friday,
May 11, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Funeral service will be held at the
funeral home on Saturday at 10 AM with Rev. Ben Wilcox officiating. Burial
will be in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Those wishing may direct
memorial donations to American Cancer Society, 627 W. Church St., Elmira,
NY 14905.
BRINTHAUPT Frederick S., Jr. "Freddie"
Vietnam Combat Medic U.S. Army Veteran - Age 59 of Elmira, NY died
on Saturday, October 17, 2009 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Friends may call
at the BAKER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME on Thursday, October 22, from 4pm-7pm.
A Memorial Mass will be held at the Trinity Episcopal Church 408 N. Main
St. Elmira on Friday at 10am. Rev. William Lutz officiating. Interment
of Freddie's ashes will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira with
full military honors accorded. Flowers are welcome or those wishing may
make donations to Veterans of Foreign Wars Rex Field Post 901 Veterans
Relief Fund 113 Keefe St. Elmira, NY 14904 or American Legion Bentley Post
443 Building Fund 316 Lake St. Elmira, NY 14901. Freddie is survived by
sons, Brian M. Brinthaupt of Orefield, PA and Bruce Brinthaupt of Elmira;
daughter, Kelly Whitaker of Oakland, CA; brothers, John S. Brinthaupt of
State College, PA and Terence Brinthaupt of Denver, CO; niece and nephew
Karli Brinthaupt and John S. Brinthaupt, Jr.; aunt and uncle, Sandra and
James Harkness and cousins. Former wife, Donna Brinthaupt Brayton of Elmira,
whom Freddie wanted to thank so much for all her assistance in his care
along with the Wilson Family. Predeceased by his parents, Frederick S.
and Dania K. Brinthaupt and wife, Mary Joe Brinthaupt. Freddie was a former
General Manager at Roberts Jeep Sales in Rhode Island and recently worked
as a salesman for Simmons & Rockwell, Elmira. Freddie was awarded the
Army Commendation Medal, Bronze Star 2 o/s Bars, Vietnam Service Medal,
Combat Medical Badge, Air Medal, which he had over 50 combat missions flights
during his tour of duty in Vietnam. A recipient of the New York State Service
Metal and Service Cross. Published in Star-Gazette from October 20
to October 21, 2009
FRANKLIN A. BROWN, age 74, of Chambers Road, Horseheads, died Thursday, February 26, 2004. Franklin was born June 5, 1929 in Horseheads, NY, the son of the late Franklin and Mae (Waters) Brown. He is survived by his devoted wife, Mary Y. (Sinko) Brown; Also surviving are their daughters and son, Terri (Thomas) Wensel of Millerton, PA, Kelle (Hugh) Goodwin of Ft. Meyers, FL, Nance (Mark) Ferri of Beaver Dams, NY and Franklin (Maxine) Brown of Greenville, SC; several grandchildren, and other family members. It was Franklin’s wish to lay at rest among those served our armed forces. He will be laid to rest today December 3, 2004, in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements with Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads. –Elmira Star Gazette.
FRANKLIN A. BROWN age 74 of Chambers Rd., Horseheads, died after a brief illness at home surrounded by his family on Thurs., Feb. 26, 2004. Franklin was born June 5, 1929 in Horseheads, NY, the son of the late Franklin and Mae (Waters) Brown. He is survived by his devoted wife, Mary Y. (Sinko) Brown, with whom he would have celebrated 46 wonderful years together on June 13, 2004. Also surviving are their daughters and son, Terri (Thomas) Wensell of Millerton, PA, Kelle (Hugh) Goodwin of Ft. Meyers, FL, Nance (Mark) Ferri of Beaver Dams, NY, and Franklin (Maxine) Brown of Greenville, SC; grandchildren, Sara, Ashley, Jessica, Matthew, Emily, Joseph, Lauren and Julia; great-grandchildren, Meagan and Madison; brother, Raymond Brown of Horseheads; and sisters, Dorothy (Russell) Renshaw of Culpeper, VA, Geraldine White of Corning, NY; brothers-in-law, Charles (Jeanne) Sinko of Grovetown, GA, George Sinko of Ft. Meyers, FL; sister-in-law, Katy Sinko of Trumansburg, NY; and brother-in-law, Merle Sinko of Elmira, NY. Franklin was a retired supervisor with NYSEG. He was a veteran of the US Navy along with being an avid golfer, bowler and accomplished organist and pianist. Family and friends are invited to call at the Horseheads First United Methodist Church, 1034 W. Broad St., Horseheads, on Monday, March 1, 2004, from 1-3 p.m. His service will follow there in church at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne officiating. A graveside committal service with military honors accorded by the Marine Corps League will take place on Tuesday, March 2, 2004 at 2 p.m. in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to express their sympathy may do so with memorials to Southern Tier Hospice Inc., 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are with Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads. –Elmira Star Gazette
BROWN Willie James
Age 78, of Elmira, NY. He was born December 9, 1928 in Panama City,
FL, son of the late Jolley and Carrie (Williams) Brown, and went home to
be with the Lord Friday, June 29, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was
predeceased by his wife, Nancy (Givens) Brown on June 5, 2006; and grandson,
Maurice Brown. Willie is survived by his children, Nancy, Diane, Wilhelmina,
Roxanne and Curtis (Cheryle) Brown, all of Elmira; grandchildren, Eric,
John II, Jason and Tiffany; six great-grandchildren; brother, Robert (Ernestine)
Brown of Myrtle Beach, SC; sisters, Mrs. Essie Dais of Hampton, VA, and
Mrs. Mary Ellis of Panama City, FL; brother-in-law, James (Ruby) Givens
of Elmira; sisters-in-law, Mattie Ward and Lula Givens, both of Elmira,
Mattie Givens of Orlando, FL; along with a host of relatives and friends.
Mr. Brown was a member of Monumental Baptist Church. He retired from Kennedy
Valve in 1991 after 43 years of service. Family and friends are invited
to visit Monumental Baptist Church, 308 E. Clinton St., Elmira, on Friday,
July 6th, from 11 a.m. to 12 noon. His funeral service will be held at
12 noon. Rev. James E. Jones, his Pastor, will officiate. Committal prayers
and interment will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Walter J. Kent
Funeral Home is assisting the family.
BROWN Willie James
Age 78, of Elmira, NY. Family and friends are invited to visit Monumental
Baptist Church, 308 E. Clinton St., Elmira, on Friday, July 6th, from 11
a.m. to 12 noon. His funeral service will be held at 12 noon. Rev. James
E. Jones, his Pastor, will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will
follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting
the family.
BROWNLOW - STRONG, Marjorie Brownlow "Margie"
Loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, age 87, passed
away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 at the Chemung County Nursing
Facility. She was predeceased by her parents, Joe and Helen Miller Brownlow
and her oldest son, Robert, Jr. Margie is survived by her loving husband,
Bob "Itzy" Strong; their three sons, Martin, Bruce with wife Mary Jennifer,
and Gary. She is also survived by grandchildren, Hannah, Kevin, Morgan,
Andrew Strong, and Gretchen (Andrew) Fink; great-grandchildren, Wyeth and
Ian Fink; cousins, Doris and Ray Cicconi, nieces and nephews, Jimmy (Trisha)
Cicconi, Kathy Cicconi, Carol (Bruce) Mumma, Bill (Sara) Strong, Barbara
Reed, Carol (Nick) Ferrerei, Cindy and Patti Strong. Bob and Margie would
have celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary on June 1, 2009. Marge was
the secretarial assistant to the secretary of the Elmira Rotary Club from
1969 – 1993, helping publish the "Rotary Roar." She was a member of North
Presbyterian Church. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner
of Water and Walnut Sts., on Friday, May 15, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00
p.m. Interment will be Monday, May 18, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Woodlawn National
Cemetery Columbarium. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Chemung
County SPCA, Route 352, Elmira, NY 14903, or Tanglewood Nature Center,
443 Coleman Avenue, Elmira, NY 14903, would be appreciated. Special thanks
to the 3rd floor staff at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. They took
such good care of mom. They treated her with love, dignity, and respect.
BRUNSKILL - BRILL, Catherine L., Of Elmira, NY, Was born August 7, 1924 in Hornell, NY, the daughter of the late Arthur and Mildred (Collins) Brunskill, died peacefully on Saturday, May 24, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital at the age of 83. Her brothers, Mason and William Brunskill also predeceased her. On September 1, 1945, Catherine Brunskill was united in Holy Matrimony with her beloved Francis J. Brill at St. Mary's Church. They have enjoyed 62 wonderful years of life and love together. She is survived by her loving husband, Francis; daughter, Joan Cerio; son, Robert (Jeanann) Brill; son, Paul (Viola) Brill; and daughter, Christine (John) Thomas, all of Elmira, NY; adored grandchildren, Suzette Morgan, Claudia Cerio (Chris Carrigan), Kara (Ben) Clark, Robert (Chris) Brill Jr., Peter Joseph Brill, Amanda Thomas and Graham Thomas; much loved great-grandchildren, Isadora Morgan, Tristan Morgan, Balin Clark, Emily, Kaliann, Caden and Avery Brill; sisters, Jean Lunn and Ella Wilkins, both of Hornell, NY, Mary Howe of Arkport, NY, Helen Frost of Mesa, AZ; along with several sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. Catherine was a devoted communicant of St. Mary's Church. For several years she was an employee of Remington Rand, an election inspector with the Chemung County Board of Elections and a Key Punch Operator for the County as well. Catherine was also very involved with the Cope House in Elmira, where she was a doll collector, designer and teacher. She loved to travel and has a fond memory of Square Dancing on the Rhine River in Germany with her beloved Francis. She was an accomplished seamstress and talented gardener. She will always be remembered for being a wonderful hostess and the master of tea parties. Her potato salad and spaghetti sauce will be cherished memories that the family will also remember. Catherine was a collector and keeper of friends. Family, relatives and her cherished friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Wednesday, May 28, 2008, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services honoring her life will follow the visitation. (7 p.m.) Interment will take place at the convenience of her family in the Woodlawn National Cemetery. Memorial donations in the name of Catherine L. Brill may be directed to Make A Difference Day, c/o 94 Decker Parkway West, Elmira, NY 14905 in her memory. Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/26/2008.
BRYAN Melvin J.
Age 85 of Horseheads, NY formerly of Elmira, NY died on Monday November
26, 2007. Mr. Bryan was born July 8, 1922 in the Town of Erin, NY the son
of the late Jacob and Bessie Springer Bryan. He was a Veteran of WW II
serving his country with The U.S. Marine Corps. Melvin married his wife,
Carolina M. Palmieri Bryan, on April 15, 1950 and she pre-deceased him
on April 30, 1999. He was also pre-deceased by five brothers and two sisters.
Mr. Bryan was a retired employee of Elm Chevrolet in Elmira, NY. He was
a communicant of St. Casimir's Church in Elmira, NY. Melvin loved his family
and friends especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren and cherished
the time he spent with them. Mr. Bryan is survived by his daughter and
son-in-law: Maureen & Richard Adams of Horseheads, NY with whom he
resided; son and daughters-in-law: William & Paula Bryan of Clarks
Summitt, PA; former son-in-law: Richard Florczyk of Horseheads, NY; former
daughter-in-law: Diane Bryan of Wisconsin; grandchildren: Michael J. &
Gina Bryan of Wisconsin, Richard & Katie Florczyk of Alabama, Melinda
Florczyk of Atlanta, GA, and Brian Florczyk of Harrisburg, PA, and Michele
Wood of Elmira Heights, NY; former granddaughter-in-law: Jennifer Kintz
of Elmira, NY; step-grandchildren: Jeffrey, Stephanie, Kathleen, and Kimberly
Adams; great grandchildren: Sara Wood, Paige, Matthew, and Courtney Florczyk
all of Alabama, Emma Florczyk of Elmira, NY, Gavin and Maxim Florczyk of
Harrisburg, PA; sister and brother-in-law: Florence "Pat" & Gus Sprague
of Elmira, NY; brother: Harold Edwin Bryan of Leechburg, PA; several nieces,
nephews, 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 Friday November 30, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Prayer Service will
be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday December 1, 2007 at 10 AM followed
by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM at St. Casimir's Church Davis Street
& Roe Avenue in Elmira, NY. The Rev Thomas O'Brien will be the Celebrant
of Mr. Bryan's Funeral Mass. Interment in Woodlawn National Cemetery in
Elmira, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Bryan by The
E.J. Brewer Marine Corps Detachment. Mr. Bryan's Family would like to give
a special thank you to Southern Tier Hospice for their excellent care and
compassion. Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/28/2007.
HOWARD BUCK of 403 Davis St. Thursday, May 23, 1968. Friends are invited to call at the Smith and Fudge Funeral home, Saturday 7 to 9 p.m. and Sunday 3 to 5 p.m. Funeral there Monday at 11 a.m., the Rev. James Collea. Woodlawn National Cemetery. Survived by wife, Mrs. Helen L. Buck; daughters, Mrs. Robert E. (Joyce) Nurss and Mrs. George (Kathryn) Donahue, both of Elmira; three grandsons. He was the proprietor of Buck’s Furniture Refinishing Shop and a veteran of World War I. –Elmira Star-Gazette 5/14/1968
BUFFALIN Michael J., Jr.
Age 84, of Elmira, died Saturday, February 24, 2007. A Memorial Mass
of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, April 21, 2007, at 10:00 a.m.
at St. Casimir's Church. Military honors will follow at Woodlawn National
Cemetery. Arrangements by McInerny Funeral Home.
BURDICK Roy Sr.
Age 81, of Horseheads, and formerly of Campbell, died Sept. 3, 2008.
He was born in Interlaken, NY in 1926 to the late Chester and Viola Burdick.
Roy joined the United States Marine Corps during WWII. He graduated from
Corning Community College in 1971 with an Associates Degree in Applied
Science. Roy is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Doris; his son,
Roy Jr. and his wife, Doreen of Painted Post, NY; his daughter, Cindy Toothacre
and husband, Scott of Ramona, CA; four grandchildren, Samantha, Mathew,
Ryan and Karlee; and one great-granddaughter, Sierra. Roy was also predeceased
by his brother, Raymond; and sister, Jeanne. Private services are planned
in Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira, NY. Arrangements with Barber Funeral
Home in Horseheads. Published in the Star-Gazette from 9/5/2008 -
9/7/2008
BURDICK William R. "Bill" Age 75, died Friday, October 19th, 2001, at St. Joseph's Hospital. Bill was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather. Surviving Bill are: his wife; Dorothy Mayer Burdick, sons; William "Rick" Burdick of Syracuse, NY and Kevin (Eileen) Burdick of Elmira, NY, daughter; Karen (Robert) Edwards of Elmira, NY, grandchildren; Brian and Todd Burdick of Elmira, NY and Ashley and Danielle Edwards of Elmira, NY, cousin; Arlene Burdick Miller of Atlanta, GA, sisters-in-law; Elizabeth (Hap) Fuller of Elmira, NY, Fredrick (Evelyn) Rounsville of Horseheads, NY and Richard (Joyce) Rounsville of Elmira, NY and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Bill was predeceased by his father; John Burdick, his mother; Margaret Mathew Burdick and brothers-in-law Francis Mayer and Robert Mayer. Bill was a United States Navy Veteran of WWII. He worked for 18 years as a printing pressman at FM Howell. Bill then worked another 20 years for Empire Trailways Bus Co. He was a life long member of the Centenary United Methodist Church in Elmira, NY. Bill spent time at the church as a member of their Wake-Up Class. He was also a member of; the Big Flats Masonic Lodge # 378 F & AM, the Harmony Loyal O.E.S., past Grand Associate Sentinel O.E.S., Cashmere Grotto, Elmira Heights American Legion Post #954 and Elmira Heights VFW Rexfield Post #901. Bill was a bus driver for the Mark Twain Cadetes. Much of Bill's free time was spent doing volunteer work, especially for Meals on Wheels. He was a former Boy Scouts of America scout leader and a past PTA president at Elmira Hardy School. He was a volunteer at both the Booth School and with RSVP. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY, on Monday, October 22nd, 2001 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 23, 2001 at 11am, at the Centenary United Methodist Church, 424 S. Main St. Elmira, NY. The Rev. David Hays will officiate. A graveside service will immediately follow with full military honors accorded to Mr Burdick at the Woodlawn National Cemetery. Those wishing may make memorials in Bill's name to the Centenary United Methodist Church. A candle of remembrance may be lit at www.olthof.com. Officers and members of the Big Flats Masonic Lodge #378 F & AM will gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. Monday, October 22 2001, at 7:30pm, to conduct a Masonic service for our dearly departed brother, William Burdick.
OBIT: JOHN J. BURIN
SOURCE: Elmira Star-Gazette, Fri. 29 June 1956.
DEATH DATE: Thurs. 28 June 1956
BURIAL: Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmimra
Transcriber: Anne Ross
"JOHN J. BURIN, 31, of 321 Fitch St., Thursday, June 28, 1956.
He was employed at the Elmira Post Office and was a communicant of St.
Anthony's Church, and a member of Clarence R. Oliver Post, American Legion,
of Elmira Heights. Survived by wife, Teresa; daughters, Mary Teresa and
Ann; sons, Anthony and John; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Burin of Myers,
N.Y.; brothers, Paul and William; sisters, Mrs. Robert Small, all of Myers.
Body at Francis T.Mogros Funeral Home and will be removed to the family
home this afternoon where friends may call. Funeral there Monday at 8 a.m.
with Requiem High Mass at St. Anthony's Church at 9 a.m. Woodlawn National
Cemetery. The Holy Name Society will meet at the family home Sunday at
8 p.m. for recitation of the Rosary."
BURK Charles H.
Age 80, of Roberts Hollow Road, Lowman, New York, died Sunday, April
15, 2007, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility following a lengthy illness.
He was born September 24, 1926 in Sayre, PA, son of the late Norman and
Minnie (Lyons) Burk. Charles attended area schools and was married to the
late Eloise M. (Petoski) Burk who died February 16, 1997. He entered the
United States Navy on October 18, 1943 and served in WWII, the Korean War
and Vietnam War and was discharged from active duty on March 4, 1963. Charles
remained in the Naval Reserves and was fully retired with 30 years of service
on September 1, 1973. He was also retired from F.M. Howell & Company
where he worked in the machine set-up department. Charles enjoyed having
coffee everyday with his friends at the Lowman Post Office and at Ann's
Pancakes. Survivors include his longtime neighbors the Donovan family,
Joe and Anne, Joe, Jennifer; friends, Tammy Adams, Dan and Barb Adams,
Marissa and Jacob Adams; a nephew, Charles Atwood of Yulee, FL; and canine
friend, "Woodie". His wife, Eloise M. Burk; a sister, Geraldine Atwood,
and brother, Gilbert Burk, predeceased him. Services will be private with
Charles being laid to rest with full Military Honors next to his wife Eloise
in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Funeral arrangements are under
the direction of the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg,
New York. Memorials are directed to the Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Avenue,
Elmira, NY 14905.
BURNS - ESSEN, Loretta M.
Age 96 formerly of Schuyler Ave., Elmira, died Saturday April 12, 2008
at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit were she had been
a resident for several years. Loretta was born in Ossining NY, a daughter
of John J. and Margaret Lynch Burns. She was predeceased by her husband
Casimir Essen in 1955 and a son Francis M. Essen in 1969. Loretta is survived
by her daughter and son-in-law, Judith A. and Thomas Beecher of Pine City;
son Richard E. Essen; grandchildren, Thomas (Sonya) Beecher Jr. of Richmond
VA, Michelle Aber of Pine City; Michael (Jennifer) Essen of Dallas GA,
Patrick Essen of Atlanta GA, Maureen Essen of Missoula MT; great grandchildren,
Haley, Finnegan, Keagan, Karen and Madison; sister, Margaret Burns Cady
of Elmira; several nieces, nephew and cousins. Loretta was a graduate of
Cortland State University. She taught for 40 years in New York State with
35 of those years being in Elmira at Parley Coburn and Riverside schools.
Loretta was a lifetime member of both the Retired Teachers Association
of New York State and the Retired Teachers Association of the Elmira area.
She was a longtime communicant of Ss. Peter & Paul Church which is
now part of Blessed Sacrament Parish. In earlier years she was active at
the church as a Eucharistic minister, was a member of the Parish Sunshine
Committee and was an auxiliary member of the Legion of Mary. There will
be no calling hours. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian
Burial on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul
Church. Committal prayers and interment will follow at Woodlawn National
Cemetery. Donations in Loretta's memory may be directed to either Arnot
Ogden Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira NY 14905
or Blessed Sacrament Parish, 604 Park Place, Elmira NY 14901. Arrangements
by McInerny Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 4/14/2008 - 4/19/2008.
BUTTERS Donald Age 82, of Elmira, died January 11, 2006. He is survived by wife, Frances Maynard; daughters, Bonnie (Donnie) Hammond, Erin, Shawn Arnold, Waverly; son, Jim (Liz) Maynard, Newport News, VA; grandchildren, James, Sabrina, Jeffrey, Raymond, Donna, John, Christopher, Alex and Hunter; brothers, Frank (Marion) Mitchell, E. Smithfield, PA, Howard (Julie) Butters, Elmira, William (Lois) Butters, Athens, PA, Gerald Butters, Elmira; several nieces and nephews. Donald was a veteran of the US Navy. Those wishing may make a donation to the Kidney Foundation in his memory (envelopes available at the funeral home). He was a self-employed carpenter and a member of the American Legion. The Family will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home on Saturday, January 14, 2006, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with funeral service immediately following at 2 p.m. Rev. Andrew Foster, officiating. Followed by Committal Prayers and Military Honors at Woodlawn National Cemetery where he will be interred.
BUTTERS - JOHNSON, Moonyeen L.
Age 72, of Southport NY, passed away June 18, 2009, at Robert Packer
Hospital, Sayre, PA. Born on September 10, 1936 to John Butters and Leona
Allington Butters, in the town of Veteran, NY. Moonyeen was predeceased
by her parents, her husband Cecil and her son Jack, three brothers and
two sisters. She is survived by children, Cecil (Flo) Johnson II, Leona
Johnson, Carol Johnson (Harold White), Steven Johnson and Joseph Johnson;
two sisters, Roselee Reep and Dawn Kelley; one brother Danny (Penny) Butters,
and one very special sister in-law, Sandy Johnson. Moonyeen has 10 grandchildren,
Jonathan, Carrie, Moonyeen, Cinnamon, Asa, Cassie, Michael, Jack, Blaine,
and Paige also 4 great grandchildren, Thaddeus, Mathew, Raqaya, and Rathwon.
Moonyeen was a homemaker, who loved her children and always put them first.
Her favorite thing to do was to spend time with her grandchildren. She
was loved very much, and will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure
of knowing or loving her. The family will receive friends at Olthof Funeral
Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY on Wednesday,
June 24, 2009, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with Funeral Service there
Wednesday at 1:00 p.m., followed by graveside prayers at Woodlawn National
Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/22/2009
BUTTON – Leslie M. Button aged 55, for many years a resident of Sylvania, died at the home of his aunt, Mrs. Jennie Sherman, last Saturday, Sept. 16, 1950. His aunt, Mrs. Sherman, was his only close survivor but there are several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held in Soper & Vickery Funeral Home Tuesday at 1 p.m., Rev. Harry V. Peters, with burial in the Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira.
BUZZETTI
Richard G. "Dick" Age 62, of Erin, NY. He was born December 9, 1942
in Elmira, son of John F. and Mary L. (Spetaccino) Buzzetti and died Tuesday,
October 25, 2005, at home after a 2 year battle with brain cancer. He was
predeceased by his father John, and is survived by his wife of 40 years,
Margaret "Peggy" (Nichols) Buzzetti; children, Richard (Shelley) Buzzetti
of Erin, Robert Buzzetti of Tucson, AZ, Stacie (Bryant) Buzzetti-Angrove
of Horseheads, Ryan (Erin) Buzzetti of Horseheads, Shannon (Bocky Kitchin)
Buzzetti of Elmira Heights and Mike (Donna) Silvia of Elmira; grandchildren,
Mackenzie, Kennedy, Bailey, Reese, Karlie, Alex, Kamryn, Rylie; and two
expectant grandchildren; mother, Mary L. Buzzetti of Elmira; brothers,
Robert (Mary Ann) Buzzetti of Orlando, FL, Chuck (Nancy) Buzzetti and Peter
Buzzetti, both of Elmira along with many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Dick was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving aboard the USS Antares. He
retired from a career in purchasing, from Expeditor to Director of Purchasing;
was past treasurer of NPMA and a member of the American Legion Post 442,
Horseheads. Dick and his brothers enjoyed their trips to the Corvette shows,
a tradition he hoped will continue. Family and friends are invited to visit
Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on
Thursday, October 27th, from 4 to 7 p.m. His memorial service will follow
at 7 p.m. Rev. Robert Russell will officiate. Inurnment will be in Woodlawn
National Cemetery Columbarium at the convenience of the family. Dick's
family is very thankful for all the prayers and offerings provided to them
by family and friends. Special thanks to the doctors and nurses from the
Elmira, Syracuse and Albany VA medical facilities for their excellent care
and compassion. A special thanks to his "girl" Suzie who took such loving
care of him. Those wishing may remember Dick through donations to the Breesport
Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue, Breesport, NY 14816.
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