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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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MacGREGOR VanALSTYNE Margaret M.
Age 78, of Hillview Dr., Big Flats, and formerly a longtime resident
of both Auburn and Florida, passed away Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, at the
Chemung Co. Nursing Facility. Margaret was born Aug. 29, 1930 in Scotia,
the twin daughter to the late Alexander and Helen (Lockhart) MacGregor.
She is survived by her husband of nearly 50 years, Robert VanAlstyne; daughter
and son-in-law, Lynda and Ritner Page of Big Flats and with whom they both
resided; grandchildren, Hannah, Ethan, Micah and Rebekah; twin sister,
Alexia McClure of Englewood, FL. Margaret and Bob were also predeceased
by their son, Mark in 1983. She was a retired Kindergarten Teacher in the
Auburn School District. Family and friends are invited to call at the First
Baptist Church of Horseheads, 2293 Grand Central Ave., Horseheads, on Tuesday,
Oct. 21, 2008, from 2-3:00 p.m., where her service will follow in church
at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Robert Finch officiating. Interment to take
place at a later date in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Those wishing may
remember Margaret with memorials to Horseheads Christian School, 2293 Grand
Central Ave., Horseheads, NY 14845. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 10/18/2008
MAHER
John Richard Sr. Machine Operator for Hilliard Corp. Age 61 of Kinyon
Street, Elmira, NY, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, October
6, 2001 peacefully at home. He was born January 17, 1940 in Elmira, NY
the son of the late, Peter and Mary (Saginario) Maher. John married Carol
Russell, May 11, 1963 in Elmira, at St. Cecilia'a Church. He is survived
by his loving wife of 38 years, Carol; sons, Ted Maher and his children,
Sean, Jolean, Ted Jr. and Daniel Maher of Leesburg, VA; Peter and his wife,
Sharon Maher of Elmira, NY, John Jr. and his wife, Kathy Maher and their
children, Andrew, Katie and Danny Maher also of Elmira, NY; Michael Maher
and Suzie West of Sterling, VA; brother, (best friend and caregiver) Jim
and his wife, Diana Maher of Southport, NY and their children, Joe Maher
of Charlotte, NC, Colleen Maher of Southport, NY, Patty (Bob) Howe of Elmira,
NY, Pam (Todd) Curren of Gillett, PA; sister-in-law and brother-in-law,
Shirley and Tom Nellis of Corning, NY; sisters-in-law, Connie Reamer of
Elmira Heights, NY and Barbara Hefferon of Waverly, NY; uncle, Stephen
Fesh Sr. of Florida; along with many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great
nephews and cousins. A host of friends, especially Tony (Angie) Tufillaro,
Stan (Donna) Youmans, Fran (Joanne) Daugherty, Steve (Connie) Petris and
his favorite companion, his dog, "Missy". John was a member of the New
Life Assembly of God Church and a member as well as the secretary/treasurer
of the Southern Tier Reconciliation Choir. The Hilliard Corporation employed
him where he has worked for the last 33 years. He was a Veteran of the
US Army serving his country from 1960 to 1962, and was honorably discharged
in 1966. John was an outstanding baseball player in the area. He played
"Elmira Fast Pitch" softball for many years. Playing golf was one of his
most favorite pastimes. He has been a long time fan of the Cleveland Indians
baseball team. John was a devoted Christian who showed love, compassion
and comfort to those who were in need of his presence. John also had a
positive outlook on life and his struggle with cancer until the very end.
Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.,
1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Tuesday, October 9, 2001 from 2 to
4 and 7 to 9 PM. Funeral Services will be held there on Wednesday at 11:00
AM. The Reverend Paul Mather and Reverend John Bedzyk will officiate. Interment
will follow in the Woodlawn National Cemetery where full Military Honors
will be accorded to Mr. Maher. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in
the name of John Maher may be directed to the Falck Cancer Center, 600
Roe Ave, Elmira, NY 14905.
JOHN P. MAHOSKY
John P. (Shorts) Mahosky, 79, of Arnot, PA died Thursday, November
5, 1992 at home. He was a retired employee of Corning Glass Works, Corning,
NY and a Marine veteran of WW II. He served as Constable for Bloss
Township for over 20 years. He is survived by brothers, Stanley of Wellsburg,
NY and Walter of English Center, NY; sisters, Martha Thompson of Arnot,
PA, Mary Baker and Josephine Mahosky, both of Wellsboro, PA, Theresa Hodder
of Blossburg, PA and Anna Verdolini of Gillett, PA; several nieces, nephews
and cousins. A Mass of Christian burial was held on November 7 at St. Stanislaus
Catholic Church in Arnot with the Rev. Thomas Shoback officiating and burial
to be in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Arrangements were
by the Drinkwine Funeral Home in Blossburg. (TGR, Thursday, November 12,
1992)
MAKOVITCH
John L. Age 76 Of Ashland NY Postal Supervisor for United States Postal
Office Elmira NY passed away June 12, 2000 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center
in Elmira NY. He is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Christine
(Gary) Swimeley of Germantown MD, Jane Marie (Michael) Crowley of Plantation
FL; son and daughter-in-law, John (Deborah) Makovitch of Elmira NY; 7
grandchildren; sisters, Mary (John) Mellor, Margaret Donahue both of Elmira
NY, Theresa VanKeuron of Horseheads NY; brothers, Frank Makovitch of Horseheads
NY, Victor (Annalee) Makovitch of Westminster MD; sisters-in-law, Mary
Jane (Alan) Pratt of Elmira NY, Theresa (Marion) Czajkowski of Frederick
MD; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased in death by his loving wife,
A. Josephine Makovitch; sister, Victoria Makovitch; brothers, Anthony Makovitch
and Stanley Makovitch. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial
Mass Saturday, June 17, 2000 at St. Mary's Church (Southside), 224
Franklin Street, Elmira NY at 1:30 PM. The Rev. Richard Farrell will
officiate. Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of
the family in the Woodlawn National Cemetery with full military honors.
John was a communicate of the St. Mary's Church. United States Postal Service
Supervisor here in Elmira for many years. John was a United States
Army Veteran of World War II. Those wishing to do so may make memorial
donations in John's name to the American Cancer Society, 627 W. Church
Street, Elmira NY 14905. Services entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home,
Inc
MANN John C., Jr.
Age 46, of Lowman, NY. He was born January 3, 1962 in Elmira, son of
John C., Sr. and Jacqueline (Byam) Mann, and passed away Wednesday, July
2, 2008, at Robert Packer Hospital. He was predeceased by his father in
2001; and is survived by his daughters, Shannon (Elliott Singleton) Mann-Adams
and Ginger (Terry Roupp, Jr.) Mann, both of Elmira; grandchildren, Brandon
John-James Mann, Dylan Burlew, Jacub Adams, Jordan and Shelby Singleton,
Noah Mann, Annamae Mann-Roupp and Shaun Forsyth, Jr.; mother, Jacqueline
Mann of Lowman; sisters, Tandelayo C. (Paul) Bellamy of England and Tina
C. (Freeman, Sr.) Stephens of Lowman; along with several nieces, nephews;
and his beloved dog, Kid. John was formerly employed with Sumirail and
was a member of the Baldwin Volunteer Fire Dept. Family and friends are
invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira, on Monday, July 7th, from 1 to 2 p.m. His funeral service
will be held at 2 p.m. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/7/2008.
MASSEY John W., Sr.
Age 89, of Elmira, NY. He was born July 13, 1919 in Aden, NC, son of
the late John W. and Alice (Bell) Massey, and passed away Monday, October
20, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was predeceased by his
son, James "Jim" Massey in 1985; and is survived by his loving wife of
66 years, Helen (Staviski) Massey; children and their spouses, John, Jr.
and Echo Massey of Wellsburg, Barbara Massey of Alameda, CA, Dwight "Ike"
Massey of Citrus Heights, CA, Debra and Raymond Schillo of Keeling, VA,
Penny and Scott Henderson of Elmira; ten grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren,
along with several nieces and nephews. Mr. Massey retired from Chromalloy
Glass, formerly Hires Turner Glass Co., in Elmira. He was a decorated WWII
veteran, serving in the U.S. Army, and was an MP, deployed in the first
wave of the invasion of Normandy; was a member of the American Legion Post
154 Elmira Heights, the V.F.W. Post 901 Elmira, and was an avid woodworker.
Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858
Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Wednesday, October 22nd, from 6
to 8 p.m. His funeral and committal services will follow at 8 p.m. Rev.
Michael Weeden will officiate. Interment will take place in Woodlawn National
Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing
may remember John through donations to the Food Bank of the Southern Tier,
945 County Route 64, Elmira, NY 14903, or New Beginnings United Methodist
Church, 330 W. Church St., Elmira, NY 14901. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 10/21/2008
MASTRONARDI - D'ALOISIO, Mary E.
Age 87, of Elmira, died at her home, with her loving family by her
side, on Monday, March 17, 2008. Mary was born May 26, 1920, daughter of
the late Cosimo and Lena Fragnito Mastronardi. In addition to her parents
she is predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Benny V. D'Aloisio, Sr.,
sister and brother-in-law, Antoinette and Vincent Terpolilli, and nephew
James Terpolilli. Mary is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Barbara
J. and J. William Limoncelli of Horseheads; son and daughter-in-law, Benny
V., Jr. and Patricia D'Aloisio of Elmira; grandchildren, Jeffrey (Amy)
Limoncelli of Elmira, Lisa Limoncelli of Snellville, GA, Kevin (fiancée
Cheryl Riehle) of Davie, FL, Aimee (David) Decker of Elmira; great-grandsons,
Nicholas and Michael Limoncelli, and Joseph Sabin; cousins, Josephine D'Aloisio,
Grace D'Aloisio, and Mary Patelunas, all of Elmira, Amelia Palmisano of
Endicott, Aldo (Mary) Mastronardi of Jamaica, NY, Rick (Anna) Salvatore
of Glen Cove, NY, and Nick (Ida) M. Salvatore of Garden City, NY; niece
Jeanne (Charles) Terpolilli Curtin of Greensville, OH; several other nieces
and nephews in the Elmira and Endicott area. Mary worked at Sears-Roebuck
as department head of housewares for many years. She and her husband, Ben
were proprietors of "Mister D's Ristorante" (formerly "The Spaghetti Palace")
in Horseheads. Mary was a long time active communicant of Blessed Sacrament
Parish. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Ladies Society for 60 years,
serving as president for three terms and also as secretary/treasurer. Mary
was also a member of the Ladies of Charity for 50 years serving as chairperson
of the Infant of Prague Committee. Family and friends are invited to McInerny
Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Monday, March 24, 2008
from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral
home on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at 9:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at St. Anthony's Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Woodlawn
National Cemetery. Donations in Mary's memory may be directed to one of
the following, Blessed Sacrament Parish, Ladies of Charity, or Southern
Tier Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Mary's family
wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the following…Dr. Kimberly
Kaffenbarger, Dr. Thomas Abderhalden, along with his wonderful staff, especially
the nurses at Falck Cancer Center, Dr. Vincent LaDelia, Dr. Bruno Mazza,
and a very special thanks to Southern Tier Hospice. Published in
the Star-Gazette from 3/18/2008 - 3/23/2008.
MASTRONARDI - D'ALOISIO, Mary E.
Services celebrating Mary's life were held Tuesday, March 25, 2008.
A prayer service was held at McInerny Funeral Home at 9:15 a.m. followed
by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Anthony's Church at 10:00 a.m. Father
Walter Wainwright was the presider, Father Christopher Linsler concelebrated
the mass. In honor of her many years of service, the Ladies of Charity
and Sacred Heart Ladies formed an honor guard as Mary's casket was brought
into and out of the church. Daughter Barbara Limoncelli placed the pall
on her mother's casket, with Mary's son Benny V. D'Aloisio placing the
cross. A Ladies of Charity sash was also placed on Mary's casket. Readings
were given by granddaughter, Lisa Limoncelli, and great-grandson Nico Limoncelli.
Father Wainwright read the gospel, delivered the homily, and led the prayers
of the faithful. Offertory Gifts were presented by great-grandsons, Nico
Limoncelli, Michael Limoncelli, and Joseph Sabin. A symbolic gift of rosary
beads was also presented, honoring Mary's daily devotion of praying the
rosary. Eucharistic ministers were daughter-in-law Patricia D'Aloisio,
and family friend Carol Smith. Remarks of Remembrance were given by Barbara
Limoncelli, and grandson Jeff Limoncelli. Music was led by organist Bob
Walsh and soloist Sue Amisano. Committal prayers and interment followed
at Woodlawn National Cemetery, where Mary was laid to rest with her beloved
husband Ben. Pallbearers were grandchildren, Jeff and Amy Limoncelli, Lisa
Limoncelli, Kevin D'Aloisio, Aimee and David Decker. After graveside services
family and friends gathered at Bernie Murray's for a luncheon. Published
in the Star-Gazette from 3/24/2008 - 3/27/2008.
McCARTY - NEAGLE Lela E. (McCarty), Lela was born Nov. 20, 1913
in Elk, Washington, daughter to the late James and Mattie Prater (Cromwell)
McCarty and passed away at the age of 94 on Mar. 3, 2008 in Montour Falls,
NY. She was predeceased by her husband, Clair J. Neagle in 1994. She is
survived by her daughter and son, Janice (Eldon) Osterhout of Elmira, NY,
James Neagle of West Hollywood, CA; granddaughters, Stacey, Marie and Michelle;
seven great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren and several nieces
and nephews. Lela was retired from Birds Eye Cannery. She was a loving
and devoted wife, mother, grandmother. Her interment service will take
place at a later date in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Arrangements with
Barber Funeral Home Horseheads.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 3/14/2008 - 3/16/2008.
WILLIAM W. MCCOY, of the Endless Mountains Personal Care Home, passed away of natural causes on May 9, 2003 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. Mr. McCoy had resided at the Keystone Manor in Sayre, prior to residing at Endless Mountains after going to Sayre from Canton, PA. Mr. McCoy was a WWII Veteran, serving in combat in the South Pacific during the conflict, as a heavy machine gunner. He had worked as a cook in Philadelphia after returning from the military service, and prior to coming to Northern Pennsylvania. There are no known relatives. Interment was at Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
McCREIGHT James
Age 69 of Big Flats, NY passed away Friday, September 5, 2008, at the
Corning Hospital in Corning, NY. James was born on January 27, 1939, in
Elmira, NY, to the late Walter and Ida (Forsberg) McCreight James served
our country in the United States Army during Vietnam. Survivors include
his sister, Lois (Thomas) Hamilton of CA; wife, Patricia; children, Jeffery
(Lynn) Wandell of FL, Jackie (Harry) Radford of Big Flats, Pamela Pronti
of CT and Andy Wandell of Pine Valley, NY; Grandchildren, Jessica, April,
John, Matthew, Elizabeth, Aaron, Jordan, Jason, Dana and Damien; seven
great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to Woodlawn National
Cemetery on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at 11 AM for a committal service
and full military honors for James. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 9/7/2008
McPHERSON - BIGGS
Eleanor McPherson Age 81 of Elmira died unexpectedly on Monday, January
14, 2002 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Eleanor, daughter of the late
Charles W. and Florence Bundy McPherson, was predeceased by her husband
of fifty-six years, John C. "Jack" Biggs and son, Walter M. Biggs. She
is survived by her son, J. Christopher Biggs, Jr. of Geneseo NY; daughter
and son-in-law, Mary Beth and Bruce Brazill of Bunn NC; grandchildren,
Adam and Jonathan Williams and Ryan and Andrew Brazill; brother and sister-in-law,
Walter B. and Marjorie MacPherson of Elmira; sister-in-law and brother-in-law,
Margaret and Peter Snedeker of Ferrum VA; sister-in-law, Betty Biggs of
Elmira along with several nieces and nephews. bfFriends are invited to
McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Wednesday, January
16, 2002 from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. A funeral service will be held at
the funeral home on Thursday, January 17, 2002 at 10:00 A.M. with Father
Walter Wainwright officiating. Interment will follow at Woodlawn National
Cemetery. Eleanor was a long time communicant of St. Patrick's Church.
Donations in her memory may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751
East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830 or a charity of one's choice.
MERSHIMER Edith Jeannette
Edith J. Fanning, 81, died Saturday, July 5, 2008, at the Green Home.
She was a retired nursing supervisor at the Green Home and was a U.S. Navy
veteran. Survivors include her children, James Fanning of Corning,
N.Y., Robert Fanning of Tampa, Fla., Susan Cleveland of Wellsboro, Rhonda
Iacuzzo of Fort Collins, Colo.; a step-son, David Fanning of Fort Collins;
sisters, Doris Turner of Tampa, Jean Day, Lois Mershimer, Eleanor Judge,
all of New Castle; brothers, Richard Mershimer of Sharon, Pa., John Mershimer
of New Castle. Calling hours are from 9-10 a.m. Thursday, July 10,
at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments,
South Main Street, Mansfield. Services will be held there following
calling hours at 10 a.m., the Rev. Eugene Charsky officiating. Burial
will be in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, N.Y.
MERSHIMER Edith Jeannette
Age 81, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, July 5, 2008, in the
Green Home, Wellsboro, PA, after a valiant effort against Alzheimer's.
Edith was born June 2, 1927 in Princeton, PA, a daughter of Charles and
Eva (Forbes) Mershimer. She graduated from New Castle Hospital School of
Nursing in 1947, and retired in 1991 from The Green Home Nursing Home as
an RN Supervisor. She was a Navy wife for 27 years. Edith was an avid golfer
and belonged to the Tyoga Country Club, and was a member of the Presbyterian
Church of Wellsboro. She enjoyed her family, reading, golf, and crossword
puzzles. Edith was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend
and will be missed greatly by all who knew and loved her. Edith is survived
by her children, James (June) Fanning of Corning, NY, Robert Fanning of
Tampa, FL, Susan (Robert) Cleveland of Wellsboro, PA; stepson, David (Carol)
Fanning of Fort Collins, CO; stepdaughter, Rhonda Iacuzzo of Fort Collins,
CO; grandchildren, Christopher (Paula) Fanning of Troy, NY, Erin (Andrew)
Hughson of Big Flats, NY, Brian, Jonathon, Eric, Alexis, Andy, Garrett,
Dylan and Crystal; a great-grandchild, Maredith Hughson; sisters, Jean
Day, Lois Mershimer, Eleanor Judge, all of New Castle, PA, and Doris Turner
of Tampa, FL; brothers, Richard Mershimer of Sharon, PA, John (Sis) Mershimer
of New Castle, PA; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Barbara and Charles
Baldwin of Troy, PA; several nieces and nephews. Edith was preceded in
death by her husband of 51 years, Graydon; her sisters, Helen Ayres and
Edna Biddle; and her brother, Joseph Mershimer. Family and friends are
invited to call on Thursday, July 10, 2008, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at
the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC,
637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. A memorial service will be held at 10:00
a.m. on Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Eugene Charsky officiating.
Inurnment will be in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Memorial contributions
may be made in Edith's memory to The Green Home, 37 Central Ave., Wellsboro,
PA. Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/6/2008.
MESUCH Scott David
Formerly of Gillett, PA
Age 34 of Halifax, PA, passed away unexpectedly April 30, 2008 as a
result of an automobile accident. He is survived by mother, Joyce Allen
Mesuch (Steve Bennett) of Gillett, PA; and fiancée, Wendy Roe of
Halifax, PA, unborn daughter, Marissa Anne Mesuch; stepson, Nicholas Roe
of Halifax, PA; uncles, Gene (Jeanne) Mesuch of Elmira, NY, Richard D.
(Debra) Allen of Pine City, NY; aunt, Bonnie (Jim) Kelley of Horseheads,
NY; grandfather, Elbert Allen of Elmira, NY; several cousins; his father,
David Lynn Mesuch; grandparents, Walter and Stella Mesuch, grandmother,
Mary Allen, predeceased him. Scott loved his work and was a foreman with
Leon E. Wintermyer, Inc., of Etters, PA. He was an avid NASCAR fan; his
favorite driver was Jeff Gordon. He loved motor sports of all kinds and
was always seen at the track. Two of his favorite NHRA drivers were John
Force and Steve Kinser. Scott was a warm, loving and wonderful stepfather
to Nicholas and was looking forward to spending time with his future daughter,
Marissa, who will be born in June. Family and friends are invited to call
at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., at 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY on
Saturday, May 3, 2008, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with funeral and committal
service there at the conclusion of calling hours Saturday at 4:00 pm. The
Rev. Patrick Holder will celebrate Scott's service. The Chemung County
Military Honor Squad will accord Mr. Mesuch Military Honors at the funeral
home. Interment will take place privately at the convenience of the family
at the Woodlawn National Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 5/2/2008.
MILLER George W. "Pete"
Age 88, of South Ave., Elmira, NY, passed away Wednesday, August 20,
2008, at his home with his loving family by his side. George was born on
June 5, 1920 in Elmira to the late George and Lula Miller. George served
our country in the United States Army during WWII and retired from Remington
Rand after many years of service. Survivors include his daughters, Beverly
(Donald) Ripley and Patricia A. (Donald) Horn; sons, Robert W. (Jane),
George T. (Beverly), Thomas E. (Nancy), David R. and Kevin A. (Mary); brother,
Donald Decker; nine grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
George was predeceased by his wife, Jane A. in 1993. Family and friends
are invited to call Tuesday, August 26, 2008, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at
the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m.
with Rev. Patrick Holder officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn
National Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 8/22/2008
MILLER - DeRico, Mary Miller "Micky"
A longtime resident of the Southside passed away Saturday afternoon,
October 4, 2008 at her home following an illness in the care of her loving
family. Mary was predeceased by her loving husband of 49 years, James DeRico,
together they raised a loving and caring family. Mary treasured her life
she spent with James. Mary was also predeceased by grandsons, Jamie and
Mathew; mother and father, Harold & Gladys Miller; brothers, Frank
and Fred Miller; several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; great aunt
and uncle, Chuck & Eleanor Huntly; and her son-in-law, Ron Dallas.
Mary was a member of Southside Baptist Church where she attended for many
years. She was employed by the Remington-Rand until meeting her husband
Jim and starting a family. Mary was a loving wife and mother. She was a
Brownie and Girl Scout Leader at Riverside School and "Best Mom Chauffeur
in Town". She is survived by her children, James DeRico, Gladys DeRico
and Mary Ellen Dallas all of Elmira; and her "adopted" daughter, Sharon
Haner; grandchildren, Ronnie Dallas, Heather (Jason) Rehkopf, Jim Dallas,
Kenny Dawson, Dennis Dawson, Marie (Mike) Rice, Jesse (Amanda) DeRico,
Samantha DeRico and Joey Solometo; 13 great grandchildren, a sister, Eleanor
"Pat" Ham; sisters-in-law, Caroline Miller and Josephine Thompson all of
Elmira; nieces, nephews, neighbors, family friends and "Spot" her loyal
companion. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home
& Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 between
the hours of 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will take place at the funeral
home on Thursday morning 10 a.m. with her pastor and friend the Reverend
David Daniels officiating. Committal services will follow in Woodlawn National
Cemetery, Elmira where Mary will be buried next to her beloved Jim.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 10/5/2008 - 10/6/2008
MORRELL
Thomas C. Age 76, died Sunday, December 2, 2001 at the Bath VA Hospital.
Thomas was born April 2, 1925, son of the late Anthony, Sr. and Gertrude
Kuhne Morrell. He is predeceased by his brothers, Edmund and Anthony, Jr.
Tom is survived by his wife, Pauline Custis Morrell; daughter, Laura of
Santa Anna CA with husband Dr. George Moro and children Jacqueline and
Gregg; daughter, Barbara of Wheatley, Ontario Canada with husband Peter
Anthony and children Lauren, Matthew and Andrew. Also surviving are brothers,
Joseph, Paul, Carl, Gerald, John and Donald Morrell; sister Pauline Nybeck
and several nieces and nephews. Tom was a US Army Air Corps veteran having
served during World War II and achieving the rank of captain. A graveside
service will be held on Friday, December 7, 2001 at 11:00 A.M. at Woodlawn
National Cemetery with Deacon William Dougherty conducting the service.
Arrangements by McInerny Funeral Home. .
MOWCHAN - GIVENS, Constance M.
Age 86, a longtime resident of Elmira, NY, passed away on June 11,
2008 in Palm Harbor, FL. She was born on August 26, 1921 in Elmira, NY
to the late William and Julia (Kastick) Mowchan. Constance was predeceased
by her husband, Bill Givens in 1973. Survivors include her son, William
M. (Kathleen) Givens of Palm Harbor, FL; grandchildren, Christopher (Shannon)
Givens of Little Rock, AR and Jeffrey Givens of Tampa, FL; great-grandson,
Jackson Givens of Little Rock, AR; along with several nieces and nephews.
Constance retired from Elmira College after many years of service. Family
and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service for Constance on Saturday,
June 28 at 10 a.m., at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home, with Father Thomas
O'Brien officiating. Interment will take place in Woodlawn National Cemetery
at the convenience of the family. Published in the Star-Gazette on
6/26/2008.
MRAZ - BURDICK, Marion A.
Age 87, of Elmira Heights, passed away on Mon., Oct. 22, 2007, at St.
Joseph's Hospital. Marion was born July 26, 1920 in Chicago, IL, daughter
to the late Charles and Mae (Kallas) Mraz. She was predeceased by her husband,
Robert P. Burdick Sr. on January 24, 1996. Her surviving family includes
her daughters, Bonnie Burdick of Owego, NY, adopted daughter, Vicky, also
of Owego, NY, Cynthia Aldrich of Elmira, NY, Darlene Burdick of Elmira
Heights, NY; sons, Robert (Darla) Burdick Jr. of Horseheads, NY, and Mark
(Terri) Burdick of Dover, OH; seven grandchildren; very special aunt, Lil;
and several cousins from Illinois. Marion was a longtime member of Hillcrest
Baptist Church. She was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother who will
be missed by all. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber
Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Wed., Oct. 24, 2007, from
3-6:00 p.m. Her service will take place at the funeral home on Thurs. at
10:00 a.m. with interment to follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 10/24/2007 - 10/25/2007.
NAGY Michael J.
Age 47, of Cummings Creek Road, Middlebury Center, PA, died August
17, 2007. Mike was born June 4, 1960, in Elmira, NY, the son of Joseph
Daniel and Judith Laureen Kelley Nagy. He was a construction equipment
operator, avid trap shooter, member of the Northern Tier Trap Shooting
League, Wellsboro Moose, Wellsboro VFW, motorcycle club, and a faithful
supporter of the ABATE. Surviving are his parents, Joseph and Judith Nagy,
Middlebury, PA; son, Joshua Nagy, Wellsboro, PA; brothers and sisters-in-law,
David and Cindy Nagy, Millerton, PA, and Tom and Rebecca Nagy, Sabinsville,
PA; sister and brother-in-law, Valerie and Greg Chilson, Beaver Dams, NY;
ten nieces and nephews, five great-nieces and nephews. A private service
will be held at Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY, with Rev. Ellen
Bartholomew officiating. A public memorial service to be held at a later
date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to ABATE,
PO Box 15226, Harrisburg, PA 17105. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral
Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 8/20/2007.
MICHAEL J. NAGY, 47, Middlebury Center, PA died August 17, 2007. Born June 4, 1960in Elmira, he was the son of Joseph Daniel and Judith Laureen Kelley Nagy. He was a construction equipment operator, avid trap shooter, member of the Northern Tier Trap Shooting League, Wellsboro Moose, Wellsboro VFW, motorcycle club and a faithful supporter of the ABATE. Surviving are his parents, Middlebury, PA; son, Joshua Nagy, Wellsboro, PA; brothers and sisters-in-law, David and Cindy Nagy, Millerton, PA and Tom and Rebecca Nagy, Sabinsville, PA; sister and brother-in-law, Valerie and Greg Chilson, Beaver Dams, NY; ten nieces and nephews, five great-nieces and nephews. A private service will be held at Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY with Rev. Ellen Bartholomew officiating. A public memorial service to be held at a later date. The family requests donations be made to ABATE, PO Box 15226, Harrisburg, PA. Arrangements were by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro, PA. –Canton Independent Sentinel
NEMIER
Mary
K. SANTONE Elmira Resident Age 74, passed away Saturday, June
17, 2000 at the Skilled Nursing Unit of St. Joseph's Hospital in
Elmira. Surviving are: daughter, Regina Scott of Austin, TX; sons, Charles
Nemier of Horseheads, NY, Thomas Nemier of Elmira, NY; 9 grandchildren,
5 great grandchildren; brother, Philip Santone of Elmira, NY; nieces, nephews
and cousins. She was predeceased by husband, Nelson R. Nemier; and brother,
Joseph Santone. Mary was a communicant of St. Mary's Church, Southside.
She was formerly employed as a clerk with S.F. Iszard's Department
Store in Elmira. Family and friends are invited to call Tuesday, June 20,
2000 from 7 to 9 PM at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., Elmira. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday,
June 21, 2000 at 10:00 AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 224 Franklin Street,
Elmira. Interment services will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira.
NEWMAN JACQUELINE M. ESKELI
Jacqueline M. (Newman) - Age 66 of Elmira, NY, and formerly of Johnson
Hollow Rd., Millport, NY, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 9, 2007, at home
while residing with her daughter. She was born Aug. 24, 1940 in Elmira,
NY, daughter to the late George Newman and Mary Jane Holmes. In addition
to her father, Jackie was predeceased by her husband, John in 1992; and
stepdaughter, Sheryl Eskeli in 2007. She is survived by her daughters,
Lynne (William) Bennett of Elmira, NY, Cynthia (Robert) Decker of Kent
City, MI; son, Keith (Michelle) Eskeli of Rose Hill, KS; mother, Mary Jane
Newman of Horseheads, NY; brother, Lyle (Charlotte) Newman of Plattsburg,
NY; grandchildren, Daniel (Landi) Johnson of Tampa, FL, Kevin Bennett,
Arielle Bennett, and Gabrielle Bennett, all of Elmira, NY, Michael Decker,
Tiffany Decker, and Dustin Decker, all of Kent City, MI, John Eskeli Jr.
of Rose Hill, KS; nephew, James (Kim) Newman of Craigsville, VA; nieces,
Kim Manor of Plattsburg, NY, and Jenifer Martin of Altona, NY. Jackie was
a longtime employee of Shreibman's Jewelers in Elmira. She was a devoted
member of the New Life Assembly Church in Elmira, where she volunteered
in the Food Pantry there. Family and friends are invited to call at the
Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, NY, on Sunday, Aug.
12, 2007, from 4-7:00 p.m. Her service will be celebrated on Monday, Aug.
13, 2007, at the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place in
Woodlawn National Cemetery.
NICHOLS Dale E.
Age 56, of Erin, NY, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2008, at Robert
Packer Hospital. He was born on November 9, 1951 in Elmira, NY to the late
Lawrence and Irene (Benjamin) Nichols. Survivors include his wife, Linda
(West) Nichols of Erin; sons, Thomas, Steven and Timothy Nichols, all of
Erin; brothers, Donald Nichols of RI and David Nichols of MA; brother-in-law,
Randy (Betty) West of Erin; along with several nieces and nephews. Dale
was a Veteran of the US Army and was a longtime member of the Elmira Christian
Center. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, October 14th,
from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A Memorial
Service for Dale will follow there at 1 p.m. with Rev. Brian Harris and
Rev. Belvy White officiating. Interment will take place at the convenience
of the family in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 10/11/2008
NIKULICH Steve
Age 81, of S. Broadway, Wellsburg, NY, passed away Sunday, August 17,
2008, at his home. Steve was born on September 13, 1926 in Scalp Level,
PA, to the late Harry and Mary Nikulich. Steve served our country in the
United States Army during WWII. He also retired from Conrail as a conductor
in Gang Mills, NY, after many years of service. He loved traveling, hunting
and attending auto auctions. Steve was a man known for living his life,
"his way." Survivors include his sons, Daniel (Yvonne) Nikulich of Worcester,
NY and Steve (Sandy) Nikulich of Pine City, NY; brothers, Andy Nikulich
of Gang Mills, NY and John Nikulich of Wellsburg, NY; grandchildren, Andrea
Marie, Amy Michelle, and Daniel James II; step grandchildren, Steve, Daniel,
Beth, Connie; 14 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren,
many nieces and nephews. Steve was predeceased by his wife, Mildred in
1993; and his brother, Harry Nikulich. Family and friends are invited to
call Thursday, August 21, 2008, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the James D. Barrett
Funeral Home. Funeral Services will follow at 7 p.m. Interment will take
place in Woodlawn National Cemetery, with Full Military Honors, at the
convenience of the family. Those wishing may make memorial contributions,
in Steve's name, to the charity of one's choice. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 8/19/2008
NOYES Gary H.
Age 68, of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and formerly of California, passed away
after an illness June 30, 2008. He was born in Elmira, NY on Dec. 2, 1939,
the son the late Don and Valora (Thomas) Noyes. He is survived by his wife,
Johanne "Joey" (McClelland) Noyes; son, Brian and Mariel Noyes of Newhall,
CA; granddaughter, Haley; a sister, Gertrude Noyes of Horseheads, NY; mother-in-law,
Loretta McClelland of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; sister-in-law, Betty Noyes of
Horseheads, NY; and nieces and nephews. Gary was also predeceased by his
brothers, Bruce, Don and Norman Noyes. Gary was a veteran of the Vietnam
War serving in the US Air Force. As an aviation enthusiast, Gary worked
at the Pompano Airpark in Florida and as an accomplished pilot, enjoyed
to command any type of aircraft. He was also employed at Harding Inc. in
Elmira Heights. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral
Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Tuesday, July 8, 2008, from 4-6:00
p.m. where his service will follow at 6:00 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Robert
O. Sherburne officiating. Interment will take place at a later date in
Woodlawn National Cemetery where Military Honors will be accorded.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/6/2008.
O'BUCKLEY
Donal J. "Pat" Age 76 of 236 E. Franklin St. Horseheads, NY passed
away on Monday December 17, 2001 unexpectedly at home. Mr. O'Buckley was
born April 30, 1925 in Cortland, NY, the son of the late Donal A. &
Mary Moltz O'Buckley. Pat was a decorated veteran of WW II serving his
country with the US Army 17th and 82nd Airborne Division and having fought
in The Battle of The Bulge. He received three Purple Heart for wounds received
in the line of duty and the Bronze Star. Pat received his Master's Degree
in Music Education from Ithaca College. Mr. O'Buckley married his wife,
Evelyn E. Bennett O'Buckley on April 30, 1949 and they celebrated their
52nd Wedding Anniversary on April 30, 2001. Mr. O'Buckley was a retired
instrumental music teacher and supervisor of music with the Johnson City
School System for over thirty years and taught at SUNY Binghamton. Pat
played string bass with The Elmira, Corning, and BC Pops Symphonies. He
was Principal of The Binghamton Symphony for 39 years until his retirement
in 1987 and was a member of the group "A Touch of Class". He was a communicant
of St. Mary Our Mother Church in Horseheads, Horseheads American Legion
Post # 442, and an active member of NYS Retired Teachers Association as
well as a licensed HAM Radio Operator since 1955 with the call letters
K2PJB. Mr. O'Buckley was an active member and Past President of both the
Johnson City Rotary Club and the Horseheads Rotary Club achieving 36 years
of perfect attendance. He was given The Paul Harris Fellowship Award for
his contributions and dedication to Rotary and his community. Pat and his
wife Evelyn opened their home and hosted dozens of foreign exchange students
through the years. Pat was pre-deceased by his parents, his brother, Joseph
O'Buckley and a sister, Anne Harnas. He is survived by his loving and devoted
wife: Evelyn E. Bennett O'Buckley; daughters and sons-in-law: Mary &
David Christiano of Springfield, MO and Donna & Charles Baumgartner
of Niskayuna, NY; sons: Mark D. O'Buckley of Lexington, GA and Craig W.
O'Buckley of Horseheads, NY; an adopted foreign exchange student, Junko
Fukuda Savage of Little Neck, NY; grandchildren: Danielle Christiano Smith,
Linda Christiano, Anthony Christiano, Andrew Christiano, Sarah Baumgartner,
Lindsay Baumgartner, Holly Baumgartner, and Rachel Baumgartner; sisters
and brothers-in-law: Rose & John Weiler of Westminster, SC, Agnes Ungvarsky
of Morganton, NC, Mary Ruth O'Buckley of Point Baker, Alaska, Theresa Donovan
of Elmira Heights, NY, Alice & Erwin Town of Riverside, CA, and Kory
Morlin of Morganton, NC; brothers and sisters-in-law: John O'Buckley of
Elmira, NY, Francis "Bud" & Gretchen O'Buckley of Marion, NC and Thomas
& Rosemary O'Buckley of Long Island, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins
and a host of friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the
Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home Mill St. & Grand Central Ave. Horseheads,
NY on Thursday December 20, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mass of Christian
Burial will be celebrated on Friday December 21, 2001 at 1 PM at St. Mary
Our Mother Church 816 W. Broad St. & Westinghouse Rd. Horseheads, NY.
The Rev. Thomas W. Burr will be the Celebrant of Mr. O'Buckley's Funeral
Mass. Interment in Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira, NY where Full
Military Honors will be accorded Mr. O'Buckley.
OSWALD
Henry Veteran of World War II Age 76 of 361 W. Gray St., Elmira, NY,
passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2000 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility.
He is survived by his wife Waneta (Borden); daughter Joan of Elmira;
sons Robert (Angie) of North Collins, NY and Donald (Cora) of Elmira;
7 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren. Henry was most recently employed
at Weis Market. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during WW2;
a member of the American Legion, Post 154 Elmira Heights; the 40 &
8 Club and the Loyal Order of the Moose #517, Elmira. Family and friends
are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 20th from
2 to 4 and 7 to 8:30 PM. Funeral and Committal Service will be held
at 8:30 PM. William Kiser, Chaplain of the American Legion, Post 154 will
officiate. Interment, with military honors, will be held on Wednesday,
June 21st in Woodlawn National Cemetery at 1 PM.
PATYKULA - JOHNSON
Mary
E. Of Elmira, NY Age 77, formerly of Fred Street, Elmira, NY Monday,
June 26, 2000 at the St. Joseph's Hospital, Elmira. Mary is survived by
her daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Jim MacNeal of Elmira, Patricia
and Thomas M. Knowlton of Elmira; daughter-in-law, Lonna Johnson of Elmira;
8 grandchildren; Joan, Jill, Joel, John, Thomas, Laura, Patrick, Shaun;
9 great-grandchildren; brother: Thomas (AnnRose) Patykula of
Elmira, NY; sisters-in-law: Marguerite Patykula of Chemung, NY, Nancy Patykula
Wilson of West Seneca, NY; Several nieces and nephews including Joyce Stock
of Vero Beach, FL. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian
Burial at the St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin St. Elmira, NY Wednesday,
June 28, 2000 at 11:00 AM. Interment will take place following the celebration
of Mass in the Woodlawn National Cemetery. Rev. Richard Farrell will officiate.
Mary was predeceased by her loving husband, George F. Johnson; son, Donald;
brothers, Joseph John, Frank, Edward Patykula; sister: Elizabeth Puchosic
and sister-in-law: Mary Crowley. Mary enjoyed her grandchildren greatly.
She loved to cook and she cherished her memories of Atlantic City.
Those wishing may make memorials in Mary's name to your local Lion's Club.
PAYNE Archie
Lawrence - Dedicated Veteran - Was born September 9, 1933 in Wellsville,
NY, the son of the late Lawrence and Alberta (McCarthy) Payne, passed away
peacefully
on Wednesday, July 9, 2008, at the Bath VA Medical Center at the age of
74. His stepfather, Edward Blanchard, predeceased him. He is survived by
his loving daughter and son-in-law, Kelly and Kailash of Pennsylvania;
special friend and caregiver, Doris Monroe of Elmira; along with several
other relatives and many friends. Archie was a Veteran of the US Army and
proudly served his country from 1954 to 1956. He retired from the Labor's
Union #1358 after several years of dedicated service. A service will be
held at Woodlawn National Cemetery where the Chemung County Veteran's Honor
Squad will accord Mr. Payne Military Honors at the family's convenience.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 7/11/2008 - 7/12/2008
PAYNE Charles W. "Charlie" II, Zeiser Wilbert Vault Inc. employee, Age 53, was born May 29, 1954 in Elmira, NY, the son of Charles W. Payne I and Martha Joan Walker, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at his home surrounded by his loving, caring and devoted family. Charles is survived by his best friend and loving wife of 29 years, Ruth (Miller) Payne; beloved children: daughter, Tammy Payne and her father's two grandchildren, Keyona Lynch and Kyier Muhammad; son, Charles W. Payne III; daughter, Melissa Payne; son, Ryan Payne, all of Elmira, NY; mother, Martha Joan Payne; father and stepmother, Charles and Pat Payne; sister, Charlene Martin (Marv) of Elmira, NY; sister and brother-in-law, Marlene and Glenn Greenall of Horseheads, NY; brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Vicky Payne of Elmira, NY; brothers and sisters-in-law, Archie and Chris Payne, Charlie and Michelle Payne; sisters and brothers-in-law, Pamela and Glenn Wendt, Lavonne and Steve Bond, all of Trenton, OH; along with several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. "Charlie" began his employment with Zeiser Wilbert Vault Inc. on St. Patrick's Day 1982, and for the 25 years of his employment was the hub of the whole operation as the batch concrete manager. He was dedicated to his job and was a hard working man who never missed a day's work and who was forced to take vacations. Charlie named some of the equipment he worked with on a daily basis. His first forklift truck was referred to as "Betsy" and when she was retired the new forklift truck was known as "Veronica". The mixer that he poured and prepared concrete with for the last 26 years was referred to as "Earnhardt". Charles loved his scratch offs and lottery tickets. He was an avid NASCAR fan, supporting and following Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Jr. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend who will be dearly missed by all. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904, on Saturday, April 5, 2008, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Funeral Services honoring his life will be held there following the visitation (5 p.m.). Deacon George Welch will celebrate "Charlie's" service. The Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad will accord Mr. Payne Military Honors prior to the service. Interment will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery, 1200 Davis Street, Elmira, NY, on Monday, April 7, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. Memorial donations may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830, in his memory. Published in the Star-Gazette from 4/2/2008 - 4/3/2008.
PEARSON Robert A., Jr.
Age 72, of Elmira, died at his home, on Tuesday, June 3, 2008. Bob
was born January 13, 1936, the son of Robert A. and Helen Weeks Pearson.
He is survived by his children, Brittany L. Pearson of Elmira, Kevin R.
Pearson of St. Louis, MO, Shane M. Elston of Kernersville, NC and Pootie
Pearson; sisters and brother-in-law, Mary and Bill Norton of Elmira, Sharon
and Ray Kellogg of Trumansburg, NY, and Gay Ann Bloomfield of Tampa, FL;
several nieces and nephews; dear friends, Karen A. Fraser of Kernersville,
NC, Helen J. Kohan of Elmira, John T. Paribello of Elmira, and Howard "Mule"
Young of Horseheads. Bob was a U.S. Navy veteran serving his country from
1955 - 1959. He was retired from Kennedy Valve where he had been a machinist
for 40 years. Bob was active in the I.A.M. District 58 Union, serving as
a union representative and as secretary/treasurer. He was an avid woodworker
and was always willing to help out others with projects. He also tended
bar at Crossroads Tavern for several years and enjoyed scuba diving. Bob
was a very kind and generous person who had a great sense of humor. Friends
are invited to a graveside service, with military honors, on Monday, June
9, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. at Woodlawn National Cemetery. Donations in Bob's
memory may be directed to either, Samaritan Center, 480 S. Main Street,
Elmira, NY 14904, Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E. Corning Road, Corning,
NY 14830 or to help with funeral expenses may be directed to Brittany Pearson,
414 Race Street, Elmira, NY 14904. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 6/6/2008.
PEARY
William H. Cameron Fabricating Employee Age 45 of Ridge Road, Horseheads
after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, May 2, 2001 at his
sister's home surrounded by his loving family. Bill is survived by his
wife of nearly 22 years, Sharon (Baxter) Peary; daughters, Ann Peary and
Sarah Peary both at home; sons, William H. Peary Jr. and Sean Peary also
at home; granddaughter, Haylee Eckelberger; father, David (The Rev. Margaret)
Peary of Vestal, NY; sisters, Debra (Jerry) Meyers of Elmira, NY; Ann (Terry)
Potrzebowski of Elmira, NY; brother, David (Sandy) Peary of Elmira, NY;
In laws, Donald and Virginia Baxter of Elmira Heights, NY; step sister,
Wendy Thompson, Step brothers, John, Robert and Michael Lane; several nieces,
nephews, two grand nieces and two grand nephews; K-9 companion Samson and
a host of caring friends and co-workers. Bill was also predeceased by his
mother Vina (Utter) Peary in 1979. Bill had attended the Elmwood Baptist
Church in Elmira Heights and was a sheet metal fabricator with Cameron
Fabricating Corp. in Horseheads. He also enjoyed auto racing, bowling and
Bingo. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So.
Main St., Horseheads, NY Today Thursday May 3, 2001 from 7-9:00 p.m. His
funeral service will take place there at the funeral home on Fri. May 4,
2001 at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Larry Appenzellar officiating. Interment
will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery Elmira where full military honors
will be accorded. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Spalding
Foundation for Injured Drivers, 1074 Sulphur Springs Rd. Owego, NY 13827
or Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd. Corning, NY 14830.
PHENES - DRAKE Marguerite E. "Peggy"
Of Elmira, NY - Was born December 31, 1919 in Gibson, NY, the daughter
of the late Earl and Ruth (Brown) Phenes, passed away peacefully on Monday,
February 18, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital at the age of 88. Her husbands,
Ronald Jungquist, Palmer Clarke Sickler, William Charles Drake; brothers,
Leroy "Chuck" Phenes, Duke Phenes; sister, Bernice Phenes, predeceased
her. She is survived by her loving children, Sharon (Donald) Musty of Strikersville,
NY, Robert Jungquist of Elmira, NY, Terry Sickler also of Elmira, NY, Pam
(Danny) Jardin of Binghamton, NY, Roxanne (Dana) Randall of Horseheads,
NY, Georgia Zimbleman of Virginia Beach, VA; 21 adored grandchildren; 10
much-loved great-grandchildren; brother, Leslie Phenes of Tennessee; sister,
Helen Lucieer of Horseheads, NY; best friends, Pauline Fields, Helen Manwaring
and Dorothy Case; along with several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and
great-nephews; loving canine companion, "Cindy", and feline friend, "Tilly".
"Peggy" was a member of the following organizations: the Moose Lodge, Southside;
the American Legion Bentley Trumble Post, Horseheads; the V.F.W. Rex Field
Post #901, Southside. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof
Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904 on Wednesday,
February 20, 2008, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services honoring her
life will follow the visitation. (7 p.m.) The Reverend David Daniels will
celebrate "Peggy's" service. Interment will take place in the Woodlawn
National Cemetery at a later date and time convenient for the family. LODGE
NOTICE - Officers, members and Women of the Moose, College of Regents from
Montour Falls #1401 will meet at the funeral home, Friday evening at 7:00
p.m. to conduct a service for our dear departed sister. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 2/19/2008.
PLAISTED - LUNGSTROM
Patricia
A. "Pat" Wonderful Homemaker Age 65, formerly of 183 Harriet Court,
Elmira, NY, Monday, June 12, 2000 in the Bath VA Medical Center, Bath,
NY. She was the daughter of the late James and Helen Plaisted Sr.
of Elmira, NY and is survived by daughters, Connie (Mark) McGinnis of Horseheads,
NY, Pamela (Mark) Hulslander of Fredericks, MD, Linda (Dale) Conrad
of Elmira, NY; son, Timothy (Ann) Lungstrom of Elmira, NY; grandchildren,
Tony McGinnis and Scott McGinnis of Horseheads, NY, Robert Conrad and Becci
Conrad of Elmira, NY and Mark Hulslander Jr. of MD; sister, Darlene Hulslander
of Columbia Crossroads, PA; companion and friend, Richard Vanderpool; predeceased
by 3 brothers, James Plaisted Jr., Richard Plaisted and William Plaisted;
brother-in-law, Wayne Hulslander. Pat was a Veteran of the Korean War serving
with the United States Navy. Graveside services with full military honors
will be held Wednesday, June 14, 2000 at the Woodlawn National Cemetery,
Elmira, NY at 10:00 a.m. The Rev. Donald Rockwell will officiate.
The family will provide all flower arrangements. Those wishing
may make memorials in Pat's name to the Southern Tier Hospice, 244
W. Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901. Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted
to complete funeral arrangements.
POLLEY Louis T. "Ted"
83, of Lake Placid, FL, passed away Wednesday evening, February 6,
2008, at the Highlands Regional Medical Center. He was born on May 26,
1924 in Elmira, NY, to parents Mary and Louis D. Polley. He served his
country in the US Army during WWII. Mr. Polley moved to Lake Placid 28
years ago from NY after retiring as a Correction Officer with the New York
State Corrections Department. A member of the American Legion Placid Post
25 and of the Methodist faith. Mr. Polley is survived by his loving wife
of 64 years, Phyllis; daughters, LoAnn (Brian) and Theo; sons, James (Hannelore)
and Thomas; 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A gathering
for friends will be from 2:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. Sunday, February 10,
2008, with a celebration of Mr. Polley's life following at 3:00 p.m. at
the Scott Funeral Home, 504 W. Interlake Blvd., Lake Placid, with Pastor
Doug Pareti celebrating. Military Honors will follow the celebration service
presented by the VFW Honor Guard Sebring Post 4300. Inurnment will be at
a later date at the Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira, NY. Arrangements
entrusted to the Scott Funeral Home, Lake Placid, FL (863) 465-4134.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/9/2008.
RANDALL, Lance Cpl. Matthew S. Age 20, RD 2 Wellsburg, Tuesday, July 25, 1972. Friends are invited to call at the Barlott Funeral Home Saturday and Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Monday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Daniel Islvanick, Pastor of Bentley Creek Baptist Church. Burial in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Full Military Honors will be accorded at graveside. He is survived by parents, Mr. and Mrs. Victor E. Randall, of Wellsburg; grandparents; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was stationed at the U. S. Marine Corp Air Station at Beaufort, S.C., and was a member of the 1970 graduating class of the Smithfield-Ridgebury-Ulster High School.
RANDALL Victor E.
Age 81 of Gillett, PA, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2008, at Bradford
County Manor in Troy, PA. He was born on August 17, 1926 in Corning, NY
to the late Henry and Pearl (Hynes) Randall. Victor was predeceased by
his son, Matthew in 1972, brother, William, and sister, Mildred Townley.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Anne (Cardwell) Randall of Gillett,
PA; brothers, Howard Randall of Horseheads, Albert (Roberta) Randall of
Watsontown, PA, and Donald (Wilma) Randall of Roachdale, IN; sister, Lois
Tripp of Corning; along with several nieces and nephews. Family and friends
are invited to call on Friday, May 16th from 12 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 with full Military
Honors by the Marine Corps League. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 5/13/2008.
RAPACH JOSEPH A. AGE
NY passed away on Saturday October 6, 2001 at St. Joseph's Hospital.
Mr. Rapach was born March 30, 1918 in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania the son
of the late Wassil and Helen Gulick Rapach. He was a veteran of WW II serving
his country with the US Army in the European Theater. Joseph married his
wife Mary A. Forster Rapach on March 6, 1943 and they recently celebrated
their 58th Wedding Anniversary on March 6, 2001. Mr. Rapach was a communicant
of St. Charles Borromeo Church in Elmira Heights, NY and a member of Clarence
R. Oliver American Legion Post #154 in Elmira Heights. He was a retired
supervisor at Bendix Corporation in Elmira Heights, NY. Mr. Rapach is survived
by his loving and devoted wife Mary A. Forster Rapach; sons and daughters-in-law:
Robert & Kathy Rapach of Savannah, Georgia and Richard & Patricia
Rapach of Pittsford, NY; grandchildren: Lori Rapach, Scott Rapach, Christopher
Rapach, and Andrea Rapach; brother: John Rapach of Buffalo, NY; several
nieces, nephews, and a host of friends including special nieces, Suzanne
Pollack and Nancy Denelsbeck. Relatives and friends are invited to call
at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home Mill St. & Grand Central Ave.,
Horseheads, NY on Tuesday October 9, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Prayer
Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Wednesday October 10, 2001
at 9 AM followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM at St. Charles Borromeo
Church, 130 Oakwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY. The Rev. Christopher E. Linsler
will be the Celebrant of Mr. Rapach's Funeral Mass. Interment in Woodlawn
National Cemetery where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Rapach.
The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember
Mr. Rapach through memorials to St. Charles Borromeo Church 130 Oakwood
Ave., Elmira Heights, NY 14903.
RECORD - FIORITO, Sarah A. "Sally" (Record)
Of Elmira, NY, Was born October 8, 1921 in Elmira, the daughter of
the late Frank and Adelaide (Brink) Record, and passed away peacefully
on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital at the age of 86.
"Sally" married Leonard J. "Len" Fiorito on July 16, 1949 in St. Patrick's
Church, Elmira, NY; prior to his death on February 21, 2007, they celebrated
57 wonderful years of life and love together. Her brother, Richard Record;
sisters, Polley Taylor and Teresa Niver, also predeceased her. She is survived
by her beloved sisters, Betty Stayments of Elmira, NY, Nancy Bryan of Virginia;
sisters-in-law, Mary Feary of Batavia, NY, Margaret Bradley of Livonia,
NY, Marietta Record; along with several loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces,
great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews. Sarah graduated
from Brockport State Teachers' College, receiving her teaching certificate.
The closing years of her life were spent at Woodbrook Assisted Living,
where she made many friends. The family wishes to express their sincere
gratitude and appreciation to the staff for the outstanding care given
to Sarah and also to her "second family" for the rewarding friendship they
were able to share. At her request there will be no prior calling hours.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service to honor Mrs.
Fiorito's life on Friday, October 3, 2008, at Woodbrook, 1250 Maple Ave.,
Elmira, NY, at 1:00 p.m. Deacon George Welch will celebrate her service.
Interment will follow in the Woodlawn National Cemetery, where "Sally"
will be laid to rest with her beloved "Len". Arrangements have been entrusted
to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 10/2/2008
REIDY Bernard T., Jr. "Bud"
Age 88, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2008, at
Bethany Manor. He was born on June 4, 1920 in Elmira, NY to the late Bernard
and Elizabeth (Denney) Reidy, Sr. Bud was predeceased by his wife, Betty
Reidy in 2005. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and
Rosemarie Reidy of Fairport, NY; granddaughter, Carla Reidy of Fairport,
NY; sister, Margaret (Peg) Forrest of Nahant, MA; nephew, Hugh Forrest
and niece, Debra Forrest, both of Nahant, MA. Bud was a decorated WWII
Hero receiving the Bronze Star, Europe-Africa-Middle East Medal with Bronze
Arrowhead (first wave assault, Omaha Beach, D-Day), Gold Battle Star for
campaigns in Normandy, Central Europe, Ardennes, Northern France and Rhineland.
He was also awarded the Belgian Fourrageres for bravery in the Battle of
the Bulge. His battalion, the 299th Combat Engineers, was honored by being
awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for Distinguished Service, and he
rose to the rank of First Sergeant during WWII. After the war, Bud worked
as an engineer for the Erie-Lackawanna Railroad and was a lifelong member
of the American Legion Post #154 in Elmira Heights. Family and friends
are invited to call on Thursday, August 7th from 12 to 2 p.m. at the James
D. Barrett Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will take place there at 2
p.m. with Father Walter Wainwright officiating. Interment will follow in
Woodlawn National Cemetery with full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers,
memorial donations can be made to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 1359
Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 8/3/2008
REINHARDT - SOWA, Marjorie
Age 84, of 305 Watkins Road, Horseheads, died Wednesday, May 30, 2007.
Marjorie is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Andrew and Mary Katherine
Sowa of Horseheads; daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Ron German of
Wellsburg; son, John Sowa of Elmira Heights; five grandchildren, seven
great-grandchildren; brother, James (Ruth) Reinhart, Pine City; sister,
Joan (Frank) Hungerford, Elmira Heights; several nieces, nephews and cousins;
sisters-in-law, Helen Decker, Mary Liberatore and Rose Guerrera; brothers-in-law,
George (Arlene) Sowa and Joseph Sowa; predeceased by husband, Andrew T.
Sowa, grandchild, Randy Sowa and great-grandchild, Christopher German;
parents, Marie and Harold Reinhart; brothers, Harold, Robert and Charles
Reinhart, and a sister, Doris Craft. Marjorie was retired from the Arnot-Ogden
Medical Center after 20 years of service and a member of St. Casimir's
Church. Those wishing may make a donation to a charity of one's choice
in her memory. Relatives and friends may call at the Kalec Funeral Home
Sunday, June 3rd from 6-8 p.m. Prayer Service there Monday at 9:15 a.m.
followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Casimir's Church at 10 a.m.
Burial will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery.
RINEBOLD Lynn R.
Age 64, of Gillett, PA, passed away Monday, March 31st, 2008, at the
Bath Veterans Hospital, Bath, NY after a courageous battle with cancer.
Lynn was the son of the late Earl Rinebold. He was born in Elmira, NY December
16th, 1943. Lynn is survived by his mother, Ruth Wheet Rinebold of Port
Charlotte, FL; sister, Gayle (Richard) Sturdevant of Gillett, PA; brother,
Lee Rinebold of Port Charlotte, FL; ex-wife, Donna Cokley of Wilkes-Barre,
PA; daughter and son-in-law, Heidi and Gerald Price of Hunlock Creek, PA;
son, Earl Raymond Rinebold of Wilkes-Barre, PA; stepdaughter, Heather Brown
of Mehoopany, PA; grandchildren, Diamond, Alexis, Courtney, Dustin, Tyler;
niece and nephew, Rebecca and Brent; great-nieces and nephews, Mallory,
Mitchell, Pamela, Lillian, Kyle, Jonathon. Memorial services will be held
at Woodlawn National Cemetery, 1825 Davis St., Elmira, Saturday, August
23rd, 2008, at 11:00 a.m., Chaplin Bill Kiser will officiate. Full Military
Honors will be accorded in his honor of defending our freedom. Lynn will
be remembered by all who knew him for being a very giving person. He was
an auto racing fanatic who loved participating on the pit crew for Gene
Sharpstein. Lynn drove trucks all over the United States for several carriers
since 1982. In 2007, he retired from Jones Motor Co. He was very proud
to be an Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War, as a jet engine technician.
He was a very loving brother who in the last year enjoyed getting reconnected
with family. Memorials in Mr. Lynn R. Rinebold's name may be directed to
HOPTEL c/o The Buffalo VA Hospital, 3495 Bailey Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14215.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/21/2008
RICE - GAMER Irene Rice
Age 88, formerly of Elmira, died Monday, November 10, 2008, in Rochester,
NY. Irene is predeceased by her husband, Robert W. Gamer, and son, Robert
N. Gamer. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, William L. and
Theresa Gamer of Fairport, NY, with son Lawrence R. (Susan) Gamer; daughter-in-law,
Suzanne Gamer of Elmira, and children, Robert J. Gamer and Mary Elizabeth
Davis; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Lindsay, and Joseph Gamer, Zachary
and Michael Davis; along with many loving nieces and nephews. Friends are
invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at
11:00 a.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Church. Committal prayers and interment
will follow at Woodlawn National Cemetery. Donations in Irene's memory
may be directed to Chemung County Alzheimer's Support Group, P O Box 588,
Elmira, NY 14902-0588. Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/11/2008
SHARANT _ LACOMB
Tillie J. Age 83, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2005,
at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born on October 8, 1921 in Arnot,
PA, to the late Walter and Katherine (Gublo) Sherant. Survivors include
her son, Richard LaComb of Elmira; sisters, Frances Schiefen and Josephine
Welch, both of Elmira; along with several nieces and nephews. Family and
friends are invited to call on Wednesday, May 4th, from 12 to 1 p.m. at
the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m.
with Rev. Eugene Dobosz officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn
National Cemetery.
SHERMAN
Michael H. Age 38 of 112 Verona St., Elmira Heights, NY passed away
Monday, September 3, 2001 very unexpectedly at home. He is survived by
his daughters Kaitlyn M., Taylor A. and Brenna L.; parents Henry and Eleanor
of Elmira Heights; sisters and brothers-in-law Roxanne and Robert Brown,
Eileen and Kevin Burdick all of Elmira Heights; brother Joseph of Richmond,
VA; along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins, also
his faithful companion, Mac. Michael was a veteran of the U. S. Marine
Corps. He was self employed as a fund raiser for non profit organizations.
Family and friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Thursday,
September 6th from 7 to 9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated
on Friday, September 7th at 9:30 AM in St. Charles Borromeo Church. Rev.
Christopher Linsler, Celebrant. Interment will follow in Woodlawn National
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to
an Education Fund for his daughters, c/o Roxanne Brown, 205 W. 16th St.,
Elmira Heights, NY 14903
SMITH, Leston H. WW II Veteran Age 74 of Elmira Heights, NY passed away Sunday evening, June 25, 2000 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Leston was born October 17, 1925 in Cumberland, MD son of Peter and Agnes Repliner Smith. He was a veteran of WW II and served in the 2nd Armored Division Known as Hell on Wheels helping to liberate Europe. He also served in Korea during his long military career, from which he retired as a First Sargent. Leston is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Yvonne Haenen Smith; sons and daughters-in-law: Col.Donald L. and Cathy Smith of Fairborn, OH, Steven R. Smith of Mt. Airy, MD,and daughter and son-in-law, Sandra M. and Joseph DiCinti of Elmira; grandchildren: Gilbert A. (Mary) Smith of Columbus, OH, Grace DiCinti of Elmira; two brothers and five sisters. At Leston's request, there will be no visitation, friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Charles Borromeo Church in Elmira Heights on Wednesday, June 28 at 10 O'Clock AM. The Committal Prayers will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Arrangements are with Ballard & Lindgren Funeral Home.
SMITH, Lewis "Joe" Former American LaFrance Employee Age 63 of 105 Columbia Street, Elmira, NY, passed away on August 7, 2000 at home surrounded by loving family. He is survived by his wife and compassionate care giver of 31 years, Evelyn (Travis) Smith of Elmira, NY; his son, Russell (Tammy) Smith; daughters: Shelly (Robert) Stevens, Karen (Steve) Pronti, all of Elmira. Also surviving is a stepson, Edward (Rhonda) Howe of Elmira; stepdaughter, Robin Travis and companion, Harold Bailey of Zephyr Hills, FL; and 17 grandchildren; mother and stepfather Freta (Richard) Rodabaugh of Millport, NY; brother, George Smith of FL; mother-in-law: Gloria Stark of Marion, OH and special friends Keith (Linda) Crane of Elmira, Neva Jessmore (John Adams) of Waverly, NY and Violet Morrison of Wellsburg, NY; special child, Pat Cady of Addison. Lewis was a United States Air Force Veteran enlisted in 1963 and stationed in Japan. When he returned to Elmira he worked for American La France for 15 years as a welder. It was his request that there be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held at the Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY at a time to be announced. The Rev. Ellie Haber will officiate. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorials in Lewis' name to the Southern Tier Hospice, 244 W. Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901.
LYMAN (LARRY) SHAW
Lyman Laurence (Larry) Shaw, 71, of Gillett, PA died Tuesday,
April 30, 1991. Mr. Shaw retired from the American Bridge Co. in Elmira,
NY. He was a US Army veteran, having served during World War II,
a member of the Troy, PA American Legion Post #49 and Canton Moose Lodge
#429. He is survived by his wife, the former Gladys P. Sheets; daughter,
Sandra M. Miller of Gillett, PA; son, Laurence L. Shaw of Lawrenceville,
PA; daughter and son-in-law, Paula L. and Bradley R. Haflett of Granville
Summit; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; sister, Lillian
Johnson of Penn Yan, NY; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were
held May 2 at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira with the Rev. Donald Rockwell
officiating and interment to be in Woodlawn National Cemetery. (TGR, Thursday,
May 9, 1991)
STEARNS
JOHN E. JR. "EDDIE" Age 81 of Elmira, NY and formerly of Rochester,
NY. on Friday January 4, 2002. Friends may call at the HOLLY-KECK &
BAKER, INC. FUNERAL HOME on Monday from 7-9pm. Funeral services will be
held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 10:00am. Rev. Fred Kelsey will officiate.
Interment will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery Elmira with full military
honors. Flowers are welcomed or those wishing may make memorials to a charity
of ones choice. He is survived by daughter and son-in-law Jean Ann and
John T. Cox; grandchildren, John (Mary) Cox; Julie (Michael) Biviano; Tara
Cox all of Elmira; 2 great grandchildren, Morgan and John Cox; mother-in-law
Louise Pfiffer; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law William and Carol Pfiffer
of Horseheads;Richard and Constance Pfiffer of FL.; John Pfiffer of Horseheads.
John was a retired tool and diemaker, a decorated U.S. Army veteran serving
in the infantry during WW11 and was predeceased by his wife Leocadia A.
Stearns in 1998
STEWART William H. Decorated War Veteran A resident of Elmira Heights, NY passed away very unexpectedly on Sunday January 6, 2002. Born in Ginsheim, Germany Bill was the son of Donald and Edith Stahl Stewart. He was a Senior Chief Master Diver in the Navy Seals from 1972-1995. He served in the Vietnam War and Dessert Storm. While in service he was highly decorated, with the Silver Star and was a three time Purple Heart Recipient, the Naval Commendation Medal, the Naval Achievement Medal, the Combat Action Ribbon, Naval Unit Commendation Medal, Meritorious Award, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medial, and the Sea Service Deployment Ribbon. He enjoyed diving, collecting model airplanes and cars. He was an artist, a historian and a movie enthusiast. Surviving are his loving children, William D. (Amanda Davis) Stewart of Winter Park, FL; Laveta Stewart of St. Louis MO and (William Nothwang of Baltimore, MD); Shawn Stewart of Daytona Beach, FL; along with their mother, Cheryl Irvin Stewart of Daytona Beach, FL; Bills mother, Edith Stewart of Elmira Heights, NY, his grandmother, Bernice Oldroyd of Elmira, NY; his mother-in-law, Laveta Speziale of Port Orange, FL; Along with several cousins and close family friends including, Rick Davis, Irene Little, Lynn and Mark Hill. Bill was predeceased by his father, Donald Stewart in 1993. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport, NY, today Friday January 11, 2002 from 7-9PM. Funeral services will take place in the Funeral Chapel at Caywood's on Saturday (12 Noon) with the Reverend Richard Farrell officiating. A committal service will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Because of his love for the ocean waters, Bills casket will be buried at sea in the Atlantic Ocean from a Naval Vessel departing from the Norfolk Naval Station in Norfolk, VA.
STOCUM Robert E. Age 79 of 9 Colonial Drive Horseheads, NY passed away on Saturday September 15, 2001 in the care of Elcor Health Services. Mr. Stocum was born November 1, 1921 in Montour Falls, NY the son of the late Jesse E. and Florence Hagen Stocum. Bob was a veteran of WW II serving his country with the US Navy. He married his wife, Lois Wheet Stocum, on June 28, 1947 and they recently celebrated their 54th Wedding Anniversary on June 28, 2001. Mr. Stocum was a bricklayer for 25 years and retired from the Elmira Psychiatric Center in 1984. Bob was pre-deceased by his parents, his sisters, Isabelle Decker and Jennie Yaple, and his brother Richard Stocum. Mr. Stocum is survived by his loving wife Lois Wheet Stocum; daughter and son-in-law: Carol & Ken Seymour of Horseheads, NY; sons and daughter-in-law: Robert E. Stocum Jr. of Cayuta, NY, Richard & Mary-Lynne Stocum of Horseheads, NY, and Dean Stocum of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren: David Seymour of Horseheads, NY, Michael Seymour and fiancee Heather Safford both of Rochester, NY, Jonathan Stocum, James Stocum, and Kristen Stocum all of Horseheads, NY, and Thalia Marie Stocum of Horseheads, NY; brothers and sisters-in-law: Raymond & Glenda Stocum of Pine Valley, NY, William & Dorrie Stocum of Montour Falls, NY, and Kenneth Stocum of Pine Valley, NY; sister and brother-in-law: Betty DeGraw & Frank Yaple both of Horseheads, NY; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Francis & Ernesta Wheet of Elmira, NY, Dean & Shirley Wheet of Stafford, VA, Ruth Rinebold and Norma Kakritz both of Port Charlotte, Florida; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. It was Mr. Stocum's wish that there be no prior calling hours. Graveside Funeral and Committal Services will be held Wednesday September 19, 2001 at 10 AM in Woodlawn National Cemetery 1825 Davis Street Elmira, NY where full military honors will be accorded Mr. Stocum. The Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne will officiate. Arrangements are entrusted to the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home in Horseheads, NY.
ELMER J. STOUT
Elmer J. Stout, 80, of RD 2, Gillett, PA died October 24, 1990 at Bath
Veterans Hospital, Bath, NY. Elmer was a United States Army Veteran of
WW II. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dorothy L. Stout; daughters,
Sylvia Heasley of Columbia Cross Roads, PA and Hazel Foster of Elmira,
NY; a son, Russell Stout of Jackson Summit, PA; daughters, Joyce Decker
of Gillett, PA, Barbara Kinner of Wellsburg, NY, Carol Austin of Gillett,
PA, Dorothy Corwin of Addison, NY; son, Douglas Stout of Elmira, NY; granddaughter,
Cynthia Slater of Ulster, PA; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren
and great-great-grandchildren. Services were held October 26 at the Olthof
Funeral Home in Elmira with the Rev. Charles Root officiating and interment
to be in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira. (TGR, Thursday, November 1,
1990)
DONALD I. STROPE SR.
Donald I. Strope Sr., 68, of Elmira, NY died Tuesday, July 30,
1991 at St. Joseph's Hospital following an extended illness. He is survived
by sons, Donald I. Strope Jr. and Thomas Strope of Troy, PA; sons and daughters-in-law,
S.F.C. Dennis and Cindy Strope of Germany, Jeffery and Julie Strope of
Troy, PA; daughters and sons-in-law, Pamela and Michael McCarthy of Corning,
NY, Dora Marie and Tom Smith of Troy, PA; daughter, Sylvia Spencer of Van
Etten, NY; step-mother, Etta Strope of Elmira Heights, NY; aunt, Betty
Graham of South Dakota; 17 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; several
nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside services were held August 5 at Woodlawn
National Cemetery in Elmira, NY. Arrangements were by the Olthof
Funeral Home in Elmira. (TGR, Thursday, August 8, 1991)
SWASTA
Michael Age 78, of 760 E. Washington Avenue passed away December 12,
2001 at home unexpectedly. Michael was born October 1, 1923 in Oil City,
PA son of the late Frank and Mary (Hudunich) Swasta. He served his country
during WW II with the US Army 805th Hellcats in Tunisia, Naples, Sicily,
Rome, Arno, Southern France, Rhineland and Central Europe. Mike married
the former Mary Alice Gaiser who survives. He was retired from Kennedy
Valve where he was employed as a machinist. Survivors include his loving
wife of 55 years, Mary Alice of Elmira, sons and daughters-in-law; Michael
K. and Mary E. Swasta of Newfield, Ronald E. and Sherry Swasta of Montgomery,
TX, James F. and Patricia Swasta of Elmira, a daughter Catherine Schroth
and her fiance Marlin Diffenderfer of Breesport, a sister; Gertrude Sanner
of Oil City, PA, grandchildren; Matthew, Noel, Jacob, Tiffany, Jodi, step-grandchildren;
Jennifer, Brandon and Julie, 12 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews
and cousins. Family and friends are invited to call Sunday, December 16,
2001 from 2 to 4 PM at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services
will be held there at the conclusion of calling hours at 4PM with Rev.
Fred Kelsey officiating. Interment with Military Honors will be held 11
AM Monday, December 17, at Woodlawn National Cemetery.
THOMAS
Frank F. Age 83, of Elmira Heights, NY, died Thursday, May 3, 2001
at Bethany Manor. Frank is survived by his wife of fifty-five years, Jeanette
Jacobus Thomas; children, Michael M. Thomas of South Glens Falls, NY with
wife Kathy, Sheila M. Palmer of Elmira with husband Max, Mary Ann Cleary
of Montour Falls, NY with husband Jack, Margaret T. Farmer of Austin, TX
with husband Terry, William P. Thomas of Rocky Mount, NC with wife Carole,
Maureen T. Prapestis of Elmira with husband William; twelve grandchildren
and two great-grandchildren; sister, Helen Michalko of Elmira Heights with
husband, Andrew; and several nieces and nephews. Frank, son of the late
Michael and Anna Kachnycz Thomas, was predeceased by his sisters, Theresa
Crout and Mary Jankowski. bf Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home,
corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Sunday, May 6, 2001 from 1:00 P.M.
to 3:00 P.M. or 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. A Prayer Service will be held at
the funeral home on Monday, May 7, 2001 at 10:45 A.M., followed by a Mass
of Christian Burial at 11:30 A.M. at St. Charles Borromeo Church, Elmira
Heights. Interment to follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery, where full
military honors will be accorded. Frank was a US Army veteran of World
War II. He retired from the Bendix Plant after forty years of service.
A long time resident of Elmira Heights, Frank was very active in the community.
He was a former member of the Elmira Heights Volunteer Fire Department,
Elmira Heights Police Department, served on the Elmira Heights School Board,
both as a board member and President and was also a village trustee. From
the village level he then went on to become a Chemung County Legislator,
where he served from 1975 to 1982. Frank was a ham radio operator, whose
call name was K2JWS. He was a long time communicant of St. Charles Borromeo
Church and was also a member of the Elmira Heights Legion Post #154, VFW
Post #6083 and Catholic War Vets, Post #1178. Donations in Frank's memory
may be directed to the Elmira Heights Fire Department, 215 Elmwood Avenue,
Elmira Heights NY 14903.
WAGNER
Amos B. (Dutch) "Devoted Father" Age 77, of Elmira, NY, Sunday, January
20, 2002 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. He is survived by: sons
and daughters-in-law: Todd and Jennifer Wagner of Horseheads, NY, Bart
and Lynnann Wagner of Lawrenceville, PA, grandchildren; Emily, Cameron,
and Lauren Wagner, brothers-in-law; Robert (Gail) Silvers of Ithaca, NY
and Stephen (Jeanette) Silvers of Rochester, NY. He was predeceased by
his parents Gideon K. and Myrtle (DeShong) Wagner, 4 brothers and one sister.
Dutch was a United States Army Air Corp Veteran of World War II, a former
employee of Clute Motor Company and he retired from Hardinge Brothers.
He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. Family and friends
are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave.
Elmira, NY 14904 on Tuesday, January 22, 2002 from 3:00 to 5:00pm and 7:00
to 9:00pm. A Graveside service with full military honors will be held at
the convenience of the family in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY.
In Lieu of flowers those wishing may make donations to The Alzheimer's
Support Group, P.O. Box 588, Elmira, NY 14902.
WALBURN
Arhur R. (Tommy) Loving husband, father and grandfather of Millport,
NY Age 77, passed away Saturday, January 19, 2002 at St. Joseph's Hospital.
Surviving are his wife of 59 years, Beulah G. Walburn; children, Walter
R. (Charlene) Walburn of Wilson, NC, Carol A. (Gary) Johnson of Horseheads,
NY; grandchildren, Christia D., Ronald, and Eric Johnson and Shane and
Shawn Walburn; great grandchildren, Krysta, Kassandra and Justin; sisters,
Florence Murray and Evelyn Shedden. Tommy was a loving husband, father
and grandfather. He was a veteran of WW II, having served in the US Army.
He retired from the Elkland Tannery after 30 years of service. He also
had run several ARCO gas stations in the Elmira area for several years.
Family and friends are invited to call Monday, January 21, 2002 from 7-9
PM and Tuesday from 1-3PM at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., Elmira, NY The funeral and committal service will be held there at
the end of visitation Tuesday at 3 PM. Interment will be held in Woodlawn
National Cemetery, Elmira at the convenience of the family.
WALTON - LYSAK
Margaret R. Walton Of State Route 352, Saturday, October 27, 2001.
Friends are invited to call at the Smith-Fudge-Marshall Funeral Home Wednesday
1-3 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 3:30
p.m. in Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Father Jeremiah Moynihan, celebrant.
Burial in Woodlawn National Cemetery at the convenience of family. Survivors
include her husband of 58 years, Jim Lysak; sons, David Lysak, George Lysak,
Robert Lysak Sr., Robert Lysak, Jr. and Stephen Benting III; daughters,
Dawn Turner and Robin Rounsville; 3 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren;
also several nieces and nephews. She was an avid T.V. fan of a selected
few programs. She was a communicant of Our Lady of Lourdes Church. She
worked in a wide variety of work fields throughout her life, and took great
pride and love in raising all of her children. She enjoyed being the focal
point of the family structure with her hand and heart always extended to
support their endeavors and needs. Her skill in cooking was always enjoyed
by the entire family.
DAVID WARD
David K. Ward, age 40, of Austinville, PA passed away on Friday,
April 27, 2001 at home. He was born on December 13, 1660 in Sayre, PA,
a son of Phillip and Judy (Wolfe) Ward. He was a member of the Austinville
Union Church. He served for ten years in the US Army 24th Infantry
Division, Fort Stewart, GA. David was a member of the Sayre American
Legion Post #0283. He was currently employed at Hoover Hardware in Troy,
PA. He was a carpenter and plumber by trade and loved working at
home. Among his interests were bow hunting and old car restoration.
He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Pami (Popp) Ward, at home; mother,
Judith (Larry) Howe of Horseheads, NY; father, Phillip E. Ward and good
friend, Almira McClure of Athens, PA; brothers, Danny (Debbie) Ward of
Troy, PA and Mike Ward, Zephyrhills, FL; friends, David Storrs and John
Coxhead. David is predeceased by his maternal grandparents, George and
Lois Wilson; paternal grandparents, Wilson and Norma Ward; uncles, Cecil
and Gerald Ward. Graveside services with full military honors were held
May 3 at Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira, NY with the Rev. Kenneth
Marple officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of the
Vickery Funeral Home in Troy. Memorials may be directed to the Austinville
Union Church, RR 1, Box 368, Troy, PA 16947. (TGR, Thursday, May 3, 2001)
WECHTALUK
Bernard Age 78, of Elmira Heights passed away Saturday, May 12, 2001
at Elcor Health Services. Bernie was born September 13, 1922 in Nanticoke,
PA son of the late Zachary and Anna (Zeedock) Wechtaluk. He was veteran
of WW II serving his country with the US Army Air Corps and was in China,
Burma and India. Bernie was past president of the Thomas A. Edison High
School Board of Education and Board Member Board for 10 years a member
of Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church, Elmira Heights American Legion
and was a Master Gardener. Survivors include his wife Eva (Telencio) Wechtaluk
of Elmira Heights, two sons; David (Kathleen) of Blacksburg, VA, Kevin
of Elmira Heights, a daughter; Susan of San Francisco, CA a brother; Leonard
(Elizabeth) of Horseheads, his loving grandchildren, Leah and Ethan, several
nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends are invited to call Sunday,
May 13, 2001 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM at the James D. Barrett Funeral
Home. Funeral service will be held at the funeral home 11 AM Monday, May
14, 2001 with Rev. Fr. Jason Kappanadze of Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox
Church officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are directed to Southern Tier Hospice or
the Falk Cancer Center. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home.
WEISKOPF
Harold H. "Sam" Retired Salesman Age 70 of Halderman Hollow Road Elmira,
NY. Passed away Thursday, September 13, 2001 very unexpectedly at the Arnot
Ogden Medical Center. He was born August 14, 1931 in Elmira, the son of
the late Raymond Murray and Lulu A. (English) Weiskopf. He is survived
by his brother and sister-in-law, Donald and Shirley Weiskopf; sisters,
Genevieve Watts and Marjorie Smith. "Sam", as family and friends affectionately
knew him was a salesman for many years with Parkway Studios, Inc. He was
a Veteran of the US Air Force serving his country from 1949 - 1952. At
his request there will be no prior calling hours. Private Graveside Services
will be held at the convenience of the family in the Woodlawn National
Cemetery. Memorial Donations in the name of Harold H. "Sam" Weiskopf may
be directed to his brother Don at 612 Fred Street Elmira, NY 14904. Arrangements
have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave. Elmira, NY 14904.
WHITE RICHARD T. Age 68, of 518 Harcourt Drive Elmira passed away Sunday December 23, 2001 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Richard was born September 5, 1933 in Elmira son of the late Richard and Ethel (Berry) White. Richard was a veteran of the US Navy and served in the Korean Conflict. He retired form the Elmira Housing Authority where he worked in the care of buildings department. He married the former Shirley Fish who survives. Richard was a Communicant of St. Peter and Paul's Church, a Member of The White Eagles, FOE #941, and American Legion #443. Survivors include his loving wife of 47 years Shirley of Elmira, sons; Phillip (Debora) White, Russell White and William White all of Elmira. Loving grandchildren, Kelly, Michael and Colin White, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. A brother William and sister Sandra predeceased Richard. Family and friends are invited to call from 5 to 8 PM Wednesday, December 26, 2001 at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours with Rev. Patrick Connor officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Memorials are directed to the Elmira Community Kitchen c/o St. Peter & Paul's Church 160 High Street, Elmira, NY 14901.
WILCOX , Star Gazette October 27, 2003
Robert E. Sr. US Coast Guard Veteran Age 73, of Pleasant Street, Elmira,
passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, October 24, 2003, at the
VA Medical Center in Syracuse, NY. He was born January 15, 1930 in Elmira,
the son of the late Harry and Sarah (Ross) (Dennis) Wilcox. Robert was
preceded in death by his sister, Frances Wolfe; brother, Richard Wilcox;
and a son, Robert E. Wilcox Jr., in 1997. He is survived by his loving
wife of 53 years, June (Hotchkiss) Wilcox; daughter and son-in-law, Karen
and Robert Osborne; brother, Lawrence (Joanne) Wilcox; sisters, Maureen
(Francis) Weaver and Shirley Mitchell; grandchildren, Angela (Robert) Court,
Suzanne (Michael) Olson, and Bridget Wilcox; along with three great-grandchildren,
and many nieces and nephews. Robert was a retired Chief Petty Officer of
the US Coast Guard with over 22 years of service (1947-1969). He also retired
from Elmira Floral after several years of dedicated service. "Bob" was
currently Commander of the Staff Sgt. Jack Swan Chapter #13 of the Disabled
American Veterans. He was a member of the American Legion Bentley Post
#443. He volunteered many hours of service, and was very generous to many
charities and organizations. Family and friends are invited to call at
the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Wednesday,
October 29, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held there
at the conclusion of calling hours at 8 p.m. The Reverend Gary Chorpenning
will officiate. Committal services will be held Thursday, October 30, 2003,
at 1 p.m. in the Woodlawn National Cemetery, 1825 Davis Street, Elmira,
NY. The Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad will accord Mr. Wilcox full
Military Honors. submitted by Carol Brotzman
William B. WOLFE, 80 of 1402 Baldwin St., December 12, 1962. He was a communicant of St. Cecilia’s Church; a retried employee of the Elmira Board of Education. Survived by wife, Mrs. Kathryn Wolfe; daughters, Mrs. Andrew Gilbert and Mrs. Justin Emmons; son, William J. all of Elmira; four grandchildren. Body at Barrett Funeral Home. Calling hours: today 7 to 9 p.m., Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayer service there Friday at 9:15 a.m., Requiem High Mass in St. Cecilia’s Church at 10. Woodlawn National Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded. Recitation of the Rosary Thursday at 8 p.m. Star Gazette, Wednesday December 12, 1962, page 28
JERRY D. WOUGHTER
Jerry D. Woughter, 46, of Pine City, NY died Monday, January
20, 1992 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Jerry was a member of
the Fellowship Baptist Church, Troy, PA and was a retired postal worker.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy (Monks) Woughter, Pine City; his mother;
two sons and daughters-in-law; one granddaughter; two sisters and one brother,
nieces and nephew. Services were held January 22 at the Olthof Funeral
Home in Elmira (8:00 pm) with the Rev. Bradley Smith officiating and interment
to be in Woodlawn National Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Fellowship
Baptist Church, RD 2, Box 351, Troy, PA 16947. (TGR, Thursday, January
23, 1992)
ZUKAS - MALINOWSKI
Mary J. (Zukas) Age 72 of 207 Rathbun St., Elmira, NY passed away Tuesday,
September 11, 2001 at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was predeceased by her
husband John J. in 1991 and is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law
Anson and Tonya of Hopkinton, NH, Kevin and Jo Ellen of Horseheads; daughter
Darlene of Elmira; grandchildren Somer, Dustin, Alex, John and Shala, Sarah
and Emily Malinowski; sisters Margaret Polenjinick of New York City, Anna
Delaney of RI, Catherine Bausmith and Evelyn Wernski both of NJ; brothers
Tony Zukas of MA, John Zukas of NH, Joe Zukas of MD, Vincent Zukas of Elmira
and George Zukas of Lowman along with several nieces and nephews. Mrs.
Malinowski was a communicant of St. Mary's Church. Family and friends are
invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Thursday, September 13th
from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. Prayer Service will be held there on Friday,
September 14th at 9 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30
AM in St. Mary's Church. Rev. Patrick L. Connor, Celebrant. Interment will
follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions
may be directed to the American Cancer Society, in her memory.
? VIRGINA EVANS
Virgina V. Evans, 77, Horseheads, NY, died Wednesday, February 27,
1991 at Arnot Ogden Memorial Hospital in Elmira. She is survived by her
husband, Raymond; children, Robert (Carolyn) Gee of Granville Summit, PA;
Charles (Joan) Gee of San Diego, CA, Charlotte (Tom) Eskew, also of San
Diego, CA, Nelson (Nancy) Gee of Apalachin, NY and Wayne Gee of Elmira,
along with 21 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and several nieces
and nephews. Funeral services were held March 2 at the Barrett Funeral
Home with the Rev. Harry S. Morgan officiating and interment to be in Woodlawn
National Cemetery. Contributions may be directed to her husband, Raymond
(714 Watkins Road, Horseheads, NY 14845). (TGR, Thursday, March 7, 1991)
? GALLO
Mary M. Age 65 suddenly August 10th, 2001 Formerly of Hackensack, NJ
Mary is survived by her husband Joseph M. Gallo her daughters Deborah Papoutsakis,
Pamela Gallo and Maureen Gallo. Grandchildren Joseph, Krista and Gino Papoutsakis
Her mother Josephine Griswold and sister Sabrina Connelly. Family and friends
are invited to call at Ballard and Lindgren Funeral Home 161 Oakwood Avenue
Elmira Heights, NY on Wednesday August 15th, 2001 from 12-2:00Pm with the
funeral service following at 2PM at the funeral home with Father Richard
Farrell Celebrant interment will follow at Woodlawn National Cemetery
? MARIE E. MILLER
Marie E. Miller, 87, of Elmira died Sunday, March 31, 1991 at St. Joseph's
Hospital. She is survived by six children; two brothers; sisters, Vera
Crandell of Gillett, PA and Shirley and Lloyd Anderson of Maine; several
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral and committal services were
held April 4 (4 pm) at the Barrett Funeral Home in Elmira with the Rev.
Ronald Place officiating and interment to be in Woodlawn National Cemetery.
(TGR, Thursday, April 4, 1991)
? RUMMINGS, Mary A.
Age 65, of Elmira, died Tuesday, August 7, 2007. Survived by husband,
Glen; children, Florence Knight, Teresa Ellis, Clarence Rummings, Debbie
Rummings; 14 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren; brothers, Kenneth, James,
and George Bailey; sister, Florence Kennedy; several nieces, nephews and
cousins; special friends, Gloria Maxson and Dorothy Paluck. Predeceased
by parents, Eva and Russell; son, Glen Rummings Jr.; sister, Lucille Kent;
brother, Henry Bailey. Mary was an avid bingo player, loved to knit and
crochet. The family will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral
Home Friday, August 10, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. followed immediately
by her Funeral Service at 1:30 p.m. Burial will follow in Woodlawn National
Cemetery. Published in the Star-Gazette from 8/8/2007 - 8/9/2007.
? STUART Frances A.
Retired bookkeeper Age 75 of Elmira, NY; Thursday, June 22, 2000
at Chemung County Nursing Facility. Frances is survived by her children:
Thomas A. Stuart, Edward A. and Elizabeth Stuart, Henry M. and Priscilla
(Cain) Stuart, Laura (Stuart) and Finley Gray, Raymond C. Stuart; grandchildren:
Tammy (Emerson) Peery, Kelly N. Stuart, Troy E. Stuart, Travis W. Stuart,
Kimberly A. Stuart, Nicole M. Stuart, Erin Golley, Heather C. Gray; great-grandchild:
Shannon Eileen Peery; sister: Thelma Stone of Florida; sisters-in-law:
Alice Black, Nan (Arnold) Walker, Betty (Leo) Bullinger; brother-in-law:
Edward (Helen) Stuart; several aunts and uncles. Frances was predeceased
by her loving husband, Arthur R. Stuart on December 30, 1999. She
was a member of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Before retiring, Frances
was a bookkeeper for Burt's Clothing Store and Zurenda Enterprises. Family
and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Sunday, June 25,
at 2:00 PM at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave.,
Elmira, with the Rev. Donald Hoff officiating. Interment will take
place on Monday, June 26 at 12:00 at Woodlawn National Cemetery,
Elmira, NY. Those wishing may make memorials to the Multiple Sclerosis
Association of Chemung County, Corner of Church and Davis Sts., Elmira,
NY 14901 or the Riverside United Methodist Church, 559 Spaulding St., Elmira,
NY 14904 in Frances' memory.
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