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and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade"
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SAMPSELL Irvin Robert (Bob)
Age 82 of Bradford, NY, formerly of Elmira. He was born May 2, 1926
in Elmira, son of the late Benjamin and Helen (Dalrymple) Sampsell and
passed away Saturday, July 12, 2008, at the Bath VA Nursing Facility. He
was predeceased by his son, Daniel Paul, and two brothers and two sisters.
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Marie J. (Hopkins); children
and their spouses, Nancy and Mike Clune of Myrtle Beach, SC, Sharon and
Ray Hawkins of Charleston, SC, John Sampsell of Waverly, Barbara and Jim
Osborne of Pine City, Barry and Brenda Sampsell of Bradford, NY; 12 grandchildren,
14 great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews and Blackie,
his beloved cat. Bob was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during WWII,
and was involved in the Battle of the Bulge. He retired from Remington
Rand; owned the Mobil Lube City, corner of Maple Ave. and Sly St., Elmira.
After he "retired," he worked at Jubilee in Horseheads. Family and friends
are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. on Washington
Ave., Elmira, on Wednesday, July 16th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. His Funeral
Service will follow at 12:30 in Calvary Church of the Nazarene, 1205 W.
Church St., Elmira, Pastor Paul MacPherson will officiate. Committal prayers
and interment, with military honors, will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery.
The family will provide their own flowers and request that in lieu of flowers,
contributions be made to Calvary Church of the Nazarene, 1205 W. Church
St., Elmira, NY 14905 in his memory. Bob's family would like to thank the
staff at the Bath, VA Community Living Center 3 for the wonderful care
they provided him during his brief stay. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 7/13/2008
SAWYER - SARRO
Dorothy M. 81, (SRGP 81263) of Mansfield, PA, did May 14, 2006
at Bradford County Manor, Troy, PA. She was born October 14, 1924 in Elmira,
NY, the daughter of Harry and Lenna Condon Sawyer. Dorothy retired from
Truck-Lite, Wellsboro, PA. She was a member of the Mainesburg United Methodist
Church and the VFW Post 6757 Ladies Auxiliary. Dorothy is survived by three
sons and daughters-in-law, Stanley "Skeet" and Diane Spencer of Horseheads,
NY, John and Jeanie Spencer of Deland, FL, Darryl and Judy Spencer of Elmira,
NY; four daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Benjamin Moore, Joann and
Mike Smith and Joyce Bennett all of Elmira, NY, Tammy and Raymond Sherman
of Mansfield, PA; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Eugene and Jeanie Sawyer
of Mifflinburg, PA, Robert and Helen Sawyer of Elmira, NY; 15 grandchildren,
and 18 great-grandchildren; and her children's father, Stanley K. Spencer
of Elmira, NY. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward Sarro in 1989.
Friends are invited to call at the Scureman Funeral Home, 130 S. Main St.,
Mansfield, PA, Thursday, Noon to 1 p.m. Funeral services will follow there
Thursday at 1 p.m. with William Baker officiating. Burial in Woodlawn National
Cemetery, Elmira, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Dorothy's
memory may be made to the charity of one's choice.
SAWYER – Dorothy M. Sarro, 81, of Mansfield, died Sunday, May 14, 2006 at Bradford County Manor, Troy. She was born Oct. 14, 1924 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of Harry and Lenna Condon Sawyer. Dorothy retired from Truck-Lite, Wellsboro. She was a member of the Mainesburg United Methodist church and the VFW Post 6757 Ladies Auxiliary. Dorothy is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Stanley “Skeet” and Diane Spencer of Horseheads, NY, John and Jeanie Spencer of Deland, Fla., Daryl and Judy Spencer of Elmira, NY; four daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Benjamin Moore, Joann and Mike Smith, Joyce Bennett, all of Elmira, NY, Tammy and Raymond Sherman of Mansfield; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Eugene and Jeanie Sawyer of Mifflinburgh, Robert and Helen Sawyer of Elmira, NY; 15 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and her children’s father, Stanley K. Spencer of Elmira, NY. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward Sarro in 1989. Friends are invited to call at the Scureman Funeral Home, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield on Thursday, May 18 from noon to 1 PM. Funeral services will follow there on Thursday at 1 PM with William Baker officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Dorothy’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. – The Mansfield Gazette, 17 May 2006, p.6A
SCHAFFNER Harold E. "Gene"
Age 81, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Monday, June 11, 2007, at St.
Joseph's Hospital. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday,
June 13th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home.
Funeral services will take place there at 1 p.m. with Eugene Fields officiating.
Interment will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery with Full Military
Honors.
MARCEL C. SCHIESS of Canton, RR 2, passed away, Saturday, April 15, 2006 at the Troy Community Hospital. Surviving are his beloved wife, Susan (VanDyke) Schiess; three children, Mona (Francisco) Calvo, Mark (Teresa) and Michael (Melissa) Schiess; two grandchildren, Julia (Pedro) Bueno and Francisco Calvo; a great-grandson, Simon Marcel; a sister, Suzanne Fligner; three nieces and several cousins. It was Mr. Schiess’s request there be no services. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, at the Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira, N.Y. longtime friend, Rev. Jasper Smith, will officiate and full military honors will be accorded. In lieu of flowers, his family suggests your consideration of a donation to the Guthrie Hospice, RR 1, Box 154, Towanda, Pa. The Pepper Funeral Home in Canton is assisting the family with arrangements. –Canton Independent Sentinel
SCHOONOVER Ronald Lee Southside Resident Age 62, of Decker Ave., Elmira, NY, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2005, at the Bath VA Medical Center after a brief illness. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Thursday, July 28, 2005, from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services celebrating Ronald's life will follow the visitation. Chaplain Bill Kaiser will officiate. Interment will take place privately in the Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY, at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830, or to a charity of one's choice.
SCHORR Alberta M. "Bert" Short
A longtime resident of Pine City passed away Saturday evening, July
28, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital after declining health at the age of
87. Born on July 1, 1920, Bert was the daughter of Albert & Margaret
Knoop Schorr. She was a loving wife to William E. Short until his passing
in 1989. Bert is remembered for her love of music. She touched many lives
with her patience and skill in teaching piano and organ to many. She was
an active member in the Christian Faith Fellowship Church where she played
the piano and organ for church services. Bert also enjoyed crafts, family
times and was an avid flower and vegetable gardener. Surviving is her cherished
family, daughters, Margaret Ann (Dr. Mead) Phelps, Metairie, LA; Susan
Putney, Golden Glow, Tammy (Jim Barrett) Seymour, Elmira; four grandchildren,
Jenny (Charles) Zimmer, John Michael Putney, Michelle (Todd Johnson) Putney,
Susan (Steve) McLin; five great grandchildren, Jacob Zimmer, Abby Zimmer,
Kassie Putney, Kelsey Johnson, Braden McLin. In addition to her parents
and husband, Bert was predeceased by her sisters, Marge Siskind and Marion
Mathes. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home &
Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Sunday August 5, 2007 between the
hours of 2-4 p.m. A memorial service will take place at the Christian Faith
Fellowship Church, 813 Maple Ave, Elmira, NY 14904 on Monday afternoon
at 4 p.m. with her pastor, the Reverend James Crupi officiating. Interment
will take place in Woodlawn National Cemetery where Bert will be buried
next to her husband, William E. Short. Bert loved living plants or you
may donate to the Chemung County SPCA, Pine City Fire Dept., St. Joseph's
Hospital, the American Lung Assoc. or the Christian Faith Fellowship Church
in her memory.
SCOTT - LOWE, Geraldine May (Scott)
Passed away January 27th, 2008, from complications of Alzheimer's.
Geraldine, better known as "Tootie", was born on June 3rd, 1919 to Fay
and Marietta Scott of Elmira, New York, who are deceased. Her husband,
Kenneth Dodd Lowe passed away in July 2005. His ashes are interred in Woodlawn
Military Cemetery, in Elmira, New York. She leaves behind her sister, Marion
Houston of PennYan, New York; her sons, Kenneth Scott Lowe and Craig Dale
(Linda) Lowe; daughter, Cheryl Mae (Don) McCarthy of Colorado Springs,
Colorado; seven grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Tootie was a
seamstress in Wellsville and Elmira, New York, prior to moving to Colorado
Springs in 1996. A Memorial Service took place in Colorado. Her body was
cremated and her remains will be interred with her beloved husband of nearly
64 years. A Memorial Service is planned at Woodlawn Military Cemetery,
in Elmira, New York at 2:00 p.m. August 15th, 2008, their Anniversary,
officiated by Trinity Episcopal Church, where they will then be "Together
Forever". In place of flowers, the family requests a donation to the Alzheimer's
Association in her name. She now remembers those she loved.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/10/2008
SHAPPEE -FRANCES M. LITTLE a longtime resident of Pennsylvania Ave in Pine City passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, December 22, 2005, in her home following a brief illness. Fran was born on October 24, 1919 in Southport, daughter of Arthur and Daisy Tillinghast Shappee. She was married to Ernest L. Little in August of 1945, and he predeceased her 10 years later following a drowning accident in Seeley Creek in October of 1955. Following her husband's death, Fran raised her children, operated her family business and took care of her home on her own and has continued to demonstrate her strong determination all these years later. She was the proprietor of the Pine City Meat Market for many years. Her many interest have included gardening, playing softball, was an accomplished rifle sharpshooter, and was well known at Dixie Lanes for her bowling ability. Her family and cherished friends were always of the greatest of importance to her. Surviving is her loving family, her four children, Dale and Susan Little, Pine City, JoAnn and Richard Packard, Gillett, PA, Beverly and David Rennie, Abington, VA, and LouAnn and Bill Howe, Pine City; seven grandchildren, Scott, Kim, Carol, Keith, Stacy, Kevin and Patricia; seven great-grandchildren, Brad, Logan, Luke, Joshua, Justin, Robbie and Stephanie; Fran's twin brother and his wife, Fred and Lois Shappee, Pine City; nieces, nephews and many friends. In addition to her parents and her husband, Fran was predeceased by her brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Jean Shappee; and a sister and brother-in-law, Lillian and Roy Gustin. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport, on Saturday, December 24, 2005, between the hours of 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 2 p.m., with the Reverend Horace Stoddard officiating. Graveside services will take place at the family's convenience in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira. –Elmira Star Gazette.
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.
SHAW Ardell W. "Artie"
Age 71, passed away on February 19, 2008 at Bath VA Hospital. Artie
was born April 13, 1936, and is survived by daughter, Ellen Shaw-Smith;
son-in-law, Dr. Robert Smith; and grandchildren, Ryan and Skye Smith. He
is also survived by close and loyal brother, Harry L. Shaw; and sisters,
Lynne Campbell and Loraine (Earl) Dugger; as well as many nieces and nephews,
including close niece, Kim A. Bennett, and nephews, Charles Bennett and
Richard Mast. Ardell was a retired Army Sergeant First Class, who served
during the Korean War and Four Tours of Duty in Vietnam. He received numerous
accommodations, including The Bronze Star with Three Oak Clusters, and
the National Defense Service Medal with Ten Oak Clusters. Artie volunteered
tirelessly for over 30 years in service of veterans and others in need.
He was instrumental in beginning the DAV Transportation Program from Elmira
to the Bath VA Hospital. He also opened the first clothing donation center
at the same facility. His extensive volunteer commitment won him the George
H. Seal National DAV Volunteer Award. He was also honored for his volunteer
work for the Red Cross and served as past president of the Southport Coin
Association. Artie served many years as a loyal member of Masonic Order
Union-Cooley Lodge, Waverly Masonic War Veterans Post #45, and Corning
Consistory. He was the first person to receive the New York Masonic War
Veterans Award. Those wishing may call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050
Pennsylvania Ave., Southport, on Saturday, February 23, 2008, from 11:00
a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with Funeral Service to honor Ardell there at 1:00 p.m.
Followed by a graveside service at Woodlawn National with Full Military
Honors accorded at the cemetery. There will be a Memorial Service held
Sunday, February 24, 2008, at 1:00 p.m. at The Chapel at the Bath VA, Bath,
NY. Those wishing may make memorials to The Volunteer Services Program,
c/o Bath Veterans Hospital, Bath, NY.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/21/2008.
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)
SHELANSKEY Richard "Dick" W. Age 75, of State Route 49, North Bay, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2006, at the VA Medical Center, Syracuse, NY. He was born in Elmira, NY, on August 23, 1930, a son of Henry P. and Pauline Maynard Shelanskey. Dick lived in the Elmira area and graduated from high school there. On October 24, 1953, he married Jean Rivette in Elmira. Mr. Shelanskey served in the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He grew up in the greenhouse business and was affiliated with Messner's Flowers in Utica as a floral designer. He moved to North Bay in 1981 from New Hartford where he lived for twenty years. Dick then owned and operated Country Gardens of North Bay since the mid 1980's. He also previously worked at Special Metals, Chicago Pneumatic and Revere Copper and Brass. He as a member of the Sylvan Beach American Legion Post #1153 and the Mohawk Valley Growers Association. Surviving are his wife, Jean Shelanskey; a daughter, Marrianne Shelanskey, North Bay, NY; three sons, Richard and Cathy Shelanskey, Constantia, NY, Brian and Barb Shelanskey, Washington Mills, NY, Kevin Shelanskey, Utica, NY; eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; a sister, Waneta McCabe, McCallum, TX; a brother, Robert and Jeanette Shelanskey, Endicott, NY; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Hank and William Shelanskey. Memorial services with Military Honors and interment will be 3:30 p.m. Monday, June 26, 2006, at Woodlawn National Cemetery, 1825 Davis Street, Elmira, NY 14901. Arrangements are under the direction of the LaRobardiere Funeral Home, Inc., Camden, NY.
SHERMAN Henry A., Jr. "Ike" Age 85, of Elmira Heights, NY. He was born June 24, 1920 in Elmira, NY, son of the late Henry Andrus and Leona Jane (Whipple) Sherman and passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2005, at Elcor Health Services. He was predeceased by his sons, Michael in 2001 and Joseph in 2005; granddaughter, Rachael Jo Brown in 1983; and half brother, Edmund Sherman. Henry is survived by his former wife and best friend, Eleanor Sherman; daughters and sons-in-law, Roxanne and Robert Brown, Eileen and Kevin Burdick, all of Elmira Heights; grandchildren, Kristen (Jeff) Wolowitz, Michelle Murtha, Andrew and Aleksandr Brown, Kaitlyn, Taylor and Brenna Sherman; great-granddaughters, Amanda and Angela Wolowitz. Ike was employed with CESCo Communications for 30 years, installing most of the radio communications systems for public safety agencies in the twin tiers. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving during World War II as a communication specialist flying the China-Burma-India hump. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Saturday, December 17th, from 10 to 11 a.m. His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Deacon William Dougherty will officiate. Committal prayers and inurnment will take place at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn National Cemetery. The family will provide their own flowers and request that Ike be remembered through donations to the charity of one's choice.
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
SIMS Mary “Paddy” MILLER, 78, of the cedar Ridge apts., in Canton, PA passed away following a period of declining health Saturday, April 25, 1998 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Paddy was one of 12 children and was born on November 24, 1919 in Ireland. She was the daughter of the late James and Gertrude Sims. Paddy, a war bride, came to the states as the wife of the late Elwood “Dutch” Miller; following retirement, they moved to the canton area in 1988. Surviving are a daughter, Jeanette Oeller of Granville Summit RR 1, PA; a son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Kathleen Miller of Levittown, PA; five grandchildren; four brothers and three sisters, numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband do 45 years who died in 1990, she was predeceased by her son-in-law, Dr. Harry Oeller; three brothers and a sister; numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband of 45 years who died in 1990, she was predeceased by her son-in-law, Dr. Harry Oeller; three brothers and a sister. The funeral liturgy was held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Canton on April 29 (10 am) with arrangements by the Pepper Funeral Home in canton. Interment was to be in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Memorials may be directed to The American Heart Association, 1704 Warren Ave., Williamsport, Pa 17701 or the American Diabetes Association, Kirby Health Center, 63 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 187-1311 in Mrs. Miller’s memory.
SLINGERLAND –JACQUELYN R. KELLEY, of Broadway, Elmira, NY passed away Wednesday morning (June 2001) at St. Joseph's Hospital unexpectedly at the age of 63. Jackie was born on September 18, 1937 in Elmira, NY daughter of Harold and Margaret Brown Slingerland. She was the loving wife and friend to Wayne Kelley whom she married on November 18, 1972. She was a homemaker who enjoyed being surrounded by her large family. She loved children and enjoyed caring for them even after raising her own. Jackie loved baseball and her New York Yankees. Surviving is her husband, Wayne Kelley; her children, Bettie and Clinton Heasley of Wellsburg, NY; Billie and Charles Bixby of Elmira, NY; Beth and Joseph Ladoue of Big Flats, NY; William and Cheryl Swingle of Landsdale, PA; and Karyn and David Manwaring of Painted Post, NY; step children, Kathy and Robert Woodruff of Elmira, NY; and Anthony and JoAnn Kelley of Elmira, NY; her mother, Margaret Matteson of Elmira, NY; brother's, William and Sandra Slingerland of Springfield IL; and Carl and Mary Slingerland of Elmira, NY; 19 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many dear friends; Jackie was predeceased by her father, Harold Slingerland in 1963. Jackie’s family will receive friends at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Friday June 8, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9PM. Funeral services will take place there on Saturday afternoon (2PM) with the Reverend Robert Clark officiating. Jackie will be buried in Woodlawn National Cemetery at her families convenience. –Elmira Star Gazette, June 7, 2001.
SLOCUM - TWIST, Barbara F.
Age 62, of Lower Maple Ave., Elmira, NY, passed away Sunday, July 20,
2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira. Barbara was born on April 30,
1946 in Trenton, NJ, to the late Roger and Margaret (Septak) Slocum. Barbara
retired as the county clerk for the Chemung County Dept. of Social Services
and was very active with the Boy Scouts. Survivors include her daughters,
Lynn Twist, Paula Starkweather and Cynthia Kinner, all of Elmira; son,
George Twist Jr. of Elmira; sisters, Peggie King of Campbell, NY, and Patricia
Miller of Olean, NY; several grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
Barbara was predeceased by her husband, George C. Twist Sr. in 2003. Family
and friends are invited to call Wednesday, July 23, 2008, from 2 to 4 and
6 to 8 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will
follow at 8 p.m. Interment will take place in Woodlawn National Cemetery
at the convenience of the family. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 7/22/2008
SMITH –CHARLOTTE M. HICKS of Elmira Heights, NY, age 72, formerly of Zephyrhills, FL, passed away on July 18, 1998 at home. She was born in Canton, PA on July 10, 1926 to the late Clyde and Laura (Dibble) Smith. Charlotte is survived by her children, Bob Hicks of Elmira, Jim and Patty Hicks of FL, Laura Hicks of Elmira, Daniel Clyde Hicks of Sayre, PA, Tim and Mary Hicks of Horseheads, Terry and Beth Hicks of Elmira, 16 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Charlotte was predeceased by her loving husband Francis R. Hicks in 1990 and a daughter, Amy Louise Hicks in 1957. It was Charlotte’s request not to have any public services. A private graveside service will be held at the Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira at the convenience of her family. Arrangements are entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette.
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.
Paul L. SMITH, 72, of Columbia Cross Roads, PA and formerly of Poughkeepsie, NY, died unexpectedly on Thursday, January 29, 1998 in Cocoa Beach, FL. Mr. Smith was born in Olean, NY on May 2, 1925 to the late Ransom D. and Ella V. (Learn) Smith. Paul and Margaret moved back to the Elmira area in 1985 after he retired from IBM where he had worked as an electrical engineer. He was a US Navy veteran and served during World War II. Paul was a member of the Tioga Central Railroad and was an active volunteer. Paul is survived by his wife of 47 years, Margaret Belig Smith of Columbia Cross Roads; daughters and sons-in-law, Emily (Michael) Reed of Horseheads, NY and Deborah (Thomas Jr.) Dyal of Poughkeepsie, NY; a brother, Albert E. (Ruth) Smith of Cocoa Beach, FL; grandchildren, Jason and Ellen Reed and Rebecca, Michelle and Thomas III Dyal; several nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held February 28 at the Pine Valley United Methodist Church with the Rev. E. Gene Calihan officiating and interment to be a the Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira. Arrangements were by the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tioga Transportation Society, PO Box 269, Wellsboro, PA 16901. “Troy Gazette-Register,” Troy, NY Thursday, March 5, 1998
SNEAD Michael James
Age 80 of Appleridge Apts. in Horseheads, NY formerly of Cherry Hill,
New Jersey passed away on Wednesday August 1, 2007 surrounded by his loving
family after battling a long illness. Mr. Snead was a Veteran of WW II
serving his country with The U.S Army. He married his wife, Margarete Rinke
Snead, on August 9, 1947 and they would have celebrated their 60th Wedding
Anniversary on August 9, 2007. Mr. Snead was the president of Admiral Insurance
in Cherry Hill, NJ prior to his retirement. He was an avid golfer and was
a stock market enthusiast. Michael loved his family and friends and treasured
the time he spent with them. Mr. Snead is survived by his loving wife of
60 years Margarete Rinke Snead. He is also survived by his son and daughter-in-law:
Thomas & Mei-chu Snead of Naples, Florida; daughters and sons-in-law:
Lorraine Armour & Greg Smith of Onancock, Virginia and Jane & Dr.
Mark Ivanick of Elmira, NY; grandchildren: Ryan & Stephani Snead, Sage
& Steven Scanlon, Jayne Amour, Benjamin Armour, Lauren & Ryan Bergstrom,
Nathaniel & Kristen Ivanick, and David Ivanick; great grandchildren:
Sequoia Scanlon and Skye Scanlon; sister-in-law: Liselotte Fry of Berlin,
Germany; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends.
Mr. Snead's family would like to thank Southern Tier Hospice for the wonderful
and loving care we have received especially from Martha McKinney, RN and
Margaret Allen, LPN. The family would also like to thank Family Health
Care for the care they provided. Relatives and friends are invited to call
at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Saturday
August 11, 2007 from 6-8 PM. Mr. Snead's Funeral Services will be held
at the Funeral Home on Sunday August 12, 2007 at 3 PM with the Rev. Jonathan
Knight officiating. Interment will be held in Woodlawn National Cemetery
in Elmira, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Snead on
Monday August 13, 2007. The family will provide their own flowers and those
wishing may remember Mr. Snead through memorials to the charity of one's
choice.
SOKOLOWSKI Alexander A. Age 83, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2006. He was born in Pittsburg, PA to the late Boleslaus and Philomena (Szury) Sokolowski. Alexander was predeceased by his wife Phyllis Sokolowski in 1993 and his brothers, Adam and Edward. Survivors include his sons, Thomas (Nancy), Gary and Timothy all of Elmira and Charles (Winnie) of Hurley, NY; grandchildren, Thomas Alan II of FL, Jessica and Emily of Bath, NY, Brittany, Christopher and Elizabeth all of Hurley, NY; sister, Helen Snyder of Marion, NY and family; sister-in-law, Pauline Ski of Watkins Glen and family; special nephew, Richard (Gladys) Sokolowski of Horseheads; along with many nieces, nephews cousins and in-laws. Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday, December 17th from 4 to 6 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A prayer service will take place there on Monday, December 18th at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Sts. Peter & Paul Church with Rev. Walter Wainwright as celebrant. Interment will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery.
SOLOMETO William F. Age 87, of Vermont Ave., Elmira Heights, NY, passed away on December 20, 2006 at the Geisinger Medical Hospital in Danville, PA. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Inc., 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Tuesday, December 26, 2006, from 1-3:00 and again from 5-6:00 p.m. His funeral service officiated by the Rev. Robert Atkins will take place at the funeral home at the conclusion of calling hours on Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. Interment will take place on Wed. in Woodlawn National Cemetery, where full Military Honors will be accorded.
In Memoriam SOLOMETO, William F. Age 87, of Vermont Ave.,
Elmira Heights, NY, passed away on December 20, 2006 at the Geisinger Medical
Hospital in Danville, PA. Bill was predeceased by his wife of 49 years,
Harriet C. (Wright) Solometo on August 7, 1993. In addition to his wife,
he was also predeceased by his sister and brother, Marjorie (Arthur) Langert
and Karl (Ruth) Solometo. His surviving family includes his three daughters,
Cathryn E. and Ellen M. Solometo, both at home, Elizabeth A. (Charles)
Buckland Jr. of McAllen, TX; son, William F. (Joan) Solometo Jr. of Mohall,
ND; and grandchildren, William F. Solometo III and Carri Pulec, both of
Mohall, ND; great-grandchildren, Justine, Brittany and Stetson. Bill was
retired from Schweizer Aircraft Corp. in 1985 with 33 years of service.
He was a veteran of WWII, stationed in England. Serving his country, Bill
attained the rank of Staff Sergeant aboard a B17 as a tail gunner. His
memberships include life members of 385th Bomb Group Memorial Association,
8th Air Force Historical Society, V.F.W. Post # 6083 in Elmira Heights,
NY, American Legion Post #154 in Elmira Heights, National Rifle Association,
and past member of B.P.O. Elks Lodge #2297 in Horseheads. Bill was also
a communicant of St. John's Episcopal Church in Elmira Heights, NY. Family
and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Inc., 413 So.
Main St., Horseheads, on Tuesday, December 26, 2006, from 1-3:00 and again
from 5-6:00 p.m. His funeral service officiated by the Rev. Robert Atkins
will take place at the funeral home at the conclusion of calling hours
on Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. Interment will take place on Wed. in Woodlawn National
Cemetery, where full Military Honors will be accorded.
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SOMERS Ramon J. "Jake" Age 77 of Elmira, died Thursday, April 6, 2006 at the Bath VA Medical Center. Jake, son of the late Leon and Marion Mosher Somers was born in Elmira on December 24, 1928. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Melissa M. and Hugh Patrick Murray of Bronx NY; and several nieces and nephews. Jake was preceded in death by his son, Mark David Somers and brother, Richard Leon Somers. He grew up in the Elmira area and spent most of his adult life in Florida working in the construction business. Jake moved back to the Elmira area several years ago to be closer to family and friends. He was a US Army veteran having served during the Korean War. Jake was a life long avid fisherman and he is also survived by all the fish he never caught! Friends are invited to call at the McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets, Elmira on Monday, April 10, 2006 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. A funeral service will follow at 12:15 pm. Interment, with military honors will follow at Woodlawn National Cemetery. Donations in Jake's memory may be directed to SPCA, Route 352, Elmira, New York 14903.
SOWA - DECKER, Helen B. nee: Sowa
Age 77, of Elmira, New York, Tuesday, September 16, unexpectedly at
home, passed peacefully into eternal rest to be with her beloved late husband,
US Army Ret. James H. Decker and her late son, John Thomas Decker. Helen
was born in Elmira, New York on April 23, 1931 to Felix and Antoinette
Sowa. In addition to her husband and son; she is predeceased by her brothers,
John, Amos and George Sowa; and sister, Anna Sullivan; also by brother-in-law,
Elmer Decker; sisters-in-law, Dorothy Cole, Ella Shaw, Evelyn Brown, Leona
Burgess and Marjorie Sowa. Helen is survived by her daughter and son-in-law,
Susan and Howard Henry of Elmira; sons and daughters-in-law, the late John
Thomas and Linda Decker of Rochester, NY, James A. and Kathy Decker of
Burlington, Kentucky, David H. and Karen Decker of Elmira, Timothy M. (Coach
Deck) Decker with Cindy McWhorter of Pine City; grandchildren, Jennifer
Decker, Kristin Dodson, Brian Decker, Heather Henry with Dave Rossman,
Sheena Henry (fiancé, Ron Green), Christopher Decker, and Brandon
Decker; five great-grandchildren; one brother, Joseph Sowa; sisters, Mary
Liberatore and Rose Guerrero; sisters-in-law, Arlene Sowa, Pauline Victor;
several nieces, nephews and cousins; feathered friend, Winger. Helen will
always be remembered for the love and care she gave her children while
her husband served his country in the Korean and Vietnam wars and then
caring for her beloved, Jimmy while he battled cancer prior to his death
in 1998. Helen also adored her grandchildren. She loved a good visit with
family, friends or neighbors, especially Sunday visits from her son, David,
whose cooking she loved. Helen was a communicant of St. Casimir's Church.
The family will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home
on Friday, September 19, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. A Prayer service at the
Funeral Home, Saturday, September 20, at 10:45 a.m. followed by her Mass
of Christian Burial in St. Casimir's Church at 11:30 a.m., Father Rick
Farrell will be the celebrant, assisted by Deacon George Welch. At her
request, Helen will then be laid to rest along with the ashes of the family
dog, Griffey, with her late husband at the Woodlawn National Cemetery at
the conclusion of Mass. Those wishing to make a donation in Helen's name
to the Elmira Animal shelter or the SPCA (envelopes available at the Funeral
Home). Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/18/2008
SPALLONE Salvatore J. Sr.
1920-2007, of Elmira, died September 1, 2007. Survived by his wife
of 65 years, Theresa; daughters, Mary Lou (Don) Miller, Victor, NY, Jo
Ann Spallone, Elmira, Francine (Robert) Mold, Mahwah, NJ; son, Salvatore,
Jr., Fairport, NY; grandchildren, Jeffrey (Mary Jane) Miller, Jennifer
(Charley) Luis, Elizabeth Mold, Robert Mold, Jr., Victoria Mold; great-grandchildren,
Alexandra Jane Miller; sisters and brother, Rose (Pat) McElligott, Frank
Spallone, Molly Richardson; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Retired
from Remington Rand, OTB, voting machine repairman for Chemung County Board
of Elections and "Chief" Bartender at Vinnie's Grill. He was a U.S. Army
WWII veteran, member and past commander of the I.A.V. Club, honorary life
member Knights of Columbus, Elmira Council 229, member Heights Legion,
member of the Men's Sacred Heart Society at St. Anthony's Church and communicant
of the Blessed Sacrament Parish. Those wishing may make a donation in Sal's
memory to the American Heart Association, American Lung Association or
MDA. A special thank you to the doctors and the Arnot Ogden Medical Center
4T Staff and the Gentiva Homecare Staff for their kind help and care. Family
will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home Thursday,
September 6th from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. A prayer service will be held there
at 8:30 a.m. Friday, September 7th, followed by his Mass of Christian Burial
at 9:30 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church. Burial at the convenience of the
family in Woodlawn National Cemetery with Military Honors.
LLOYD ‘SCOTTY’ SPENCER – U.S. Army Veteran, WWII age 84 of Elmira, NY, passed away at the Chemung County Nursing Facility on Monday, March 15, 1999. Scotty was born in Columbia Cross Roads, PA on December 28, 1914 to the late Scott and Cora (West) Spencer. Survivors including his living wife of 62 years, Esther M. (Green) Spencer at home; his daughter, Bonnie Jo and Mark L. Moody of Waverly, NY; his brother-in-law and best friend, Louis J. and Gladys Green of Elmira; sister, Irene of Houston, TX; also several nieces and nephews. Scotty was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII serving in the Pacific Theater, he was a member of the American Legion Post #154 in Elmira Heights, he was also an avid sportsman and loved the outdoors. At Scotty’s request there will be no service and interment will be at the Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira at his family’s convenience. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette
STABRYLA AGNES PAULINE ZWANKA
Agnes Pauline - Formerly of Richard Street - Was born April 29, 1922
in Clarence, PA, the daughter of the late John and Mary (Mihalik) Stabryla,
passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 20, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital
at the age of 85. Agnes married Charles P. Zwanka June 30, 1945 in Elmira,
NY; prior to his death July 6, 1991, they celebrated 45 wonderful years
of life and love together. Her brother, John Stabryla; and sisters, Ann
Abbott and Helen Morrisey also predeceased her. She is survived by her
loving children, son, Charles Zwanka Sr. of Elmira, NY; daughter, Marie
(William) Myhalyk of Charlotte, NC; beloved grandchildren, Charles Zwanka
Jr. and Sherry Burnett, both of Elmira, NY, Brian Myhalyk of Charlotte,
NC; much-loved great-grandchildren, Cody, Nick, Lexus, Dylan and Sarah;
adored great-great-granddaughter, Hailey; brothers, Joseph Stabryla of
Mildred, PA, Frank Stabryla of Dushore, PA; sisters, Veronica (Jim) Gallagher
of Jersey Shore, PA, Pauline (Jim) Themus of Illinois, Mary Hargrave of
Dallas, TX, Blanche (William) O'Brien of Ohio; along with several nieces,
nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. For many years, Agnes was a dedicated
employee of American LaFrance, retiring later from the Elmira City School
District after several faithful years of service in the cafeteria. Family
and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050
Pennsylvania Ave., on Sunday, June 24, 2007, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. A Mass
of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, June 25, 2007, in St.
Mary's Church, 224 Franklin Street, Elmira, NY 14904. Committal prayers
will follow in the Woodlawn National Cemetery, where Agnes will be laid
to rest with her beloved Charles. Memorial donations may be directed to
the American Cancer Society, 1316 College Ave., Elmira, NY 14901, in her
memory.
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
STEINER Floryne J
WINIECKI Floryne J. Age 75 of Elmira NY, passed away on Friday,
March 31, 2006 unexpectedly at home. Flo was born in Columbus OH on April
24, 1930, daughter of the late William and Lydia (Basse) Steiner. She is
survived by daughter, Alyce (Brian) Caster of Horseheads; sons, Michael
(Sandy) of Defiance OH, Stephen (Sherry) of Perrysburg OH, Martin (Sue)
of Elmira, David (Mary Rose) of Stow OH and Paul of Elmira; 15 grandchildren;
3 great granddaughters; several nieces and nephews. Also surviving are
brothers-in-law Ray Winieski of Elmira, Jack (Bert) Winieski of Dillsburg
PA, Gene Hammel of Vienna VA; sister-in-law Marge (Roger) Cowulich of Elmira.
Flo was preceded in death by her husband Stanley E. Winiecki on May 28,
2005 after 56 years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her
sister and brother-in-law Carmen and Clarence Hall; nephew Jesse Hall;
and sister-in-law Jane Hammel. Flo was a longtime communicant of St. Casimir's
Church. She was very active in the St. Casimir/St. Charles church community;
serving several times as treasurer in church societies, she was a member
of the Rosary and Sacred Heart Society, member of the Golden Circle Club
and a past member of the Wanda Circle Society. Flo was a secretary in the
Horseheads Junior High School guidance office from 1965-1973 and was a
member of AARP. Friends are invited to call at the McInerny Funeral Home,
corner of W. Water and Walnut Sts., on Monday, April 3, 2006 from 5:00
pm to 7:00 pm. A funeral service will follow at 7:15 pm. Interment at Woodlawn
National Cemetery will be held at a later date. Donations in Flo's memory
may be directed to a charity of one's choice.
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.
FRANK L. STICKLER, devoted family man passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 19, 2000 at his home in Elmira with his loving wife, Barbara and their nine daughters by his side at the age of 73. Rank was born on October 22, 1926 in Elmira, NY a son of Frank Sr. and Dorothy Morris Stickler. He married Barbara Kinner on June 26, 1949. A United State Veteran, Frank served during WWII in the Army in the South Pacific. He was a long time active member of the Fassett Baptist Church where he was a past trustee, chairman and softball coach. He retired from Arnot Ogden Medical Center and was also employed by American LaFrance. He was a member of the American Legion Clarence Oliver Post #154 of Elmira Heights, NY. A proud father, Frank took great enjoyment in his family especially his nine girls. Surviving is Franks wife of 50 years, Barbara; his daughters, Elizabeth (Ron) Anderson of Milford, DE; Nancy (Thomas) Briggs of Wellsburg, NY; Barbara Smith of Elmira, NY; Anne (Terry) Wintermute of Gillett, PA; Tina Crout of Elmira, NY; Cindy (Gerald) Derr of Elmira, NY; Colleen Stickler of Horseheads, NY; Collette (Charles) Haner of Wellsburg, NY; sisters, Alice (Donald) Weiskopff of Buffalo, NY; Dorothy (Jusin) Marvin of Elmira, NY; Leona Vester of Scottsville, NY; Mary (Donald) Fatula of Orlando, FL and Elizabeth Baker of Zephyr Hills, FL; brothers, Robert (Mary Ann) Stickler of Caton, NY; 24 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews; and a cherished friend, Fran Clark. Fran was predeceased by his parents, a daughter, Mary Lou Stickler, grandsons, Wayne Dunbar and Michael Sills II. The family will receive friends, Friday April 21, 2000 at Caywood’s Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway Southport from 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place there Saturday (10 a.m.) with the Reverend Donald Rockwell officiating. Committal services will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded Mr. Stickler. The family will provide flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Bath Veterans Administration in Frank’s memory. –Elmira Star Gazette
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.
STRONG Robert L., II "Bobby"
Age 61, formerly of W. Water Street, passed away on Friday, June 20,
2008 at the Elcor Health Care Facility. Bobby was born March 7, 1947, a
son of Robert and Marjorie Brownlow Strong. In addition to his parents
he is survived by his son Robert Talada; brothers, with their families,
Marty Strong; Bruce and Mary Strong with children, Gretchen Strong-Fink,
Andrew, and Morgan; Gary and Hilary Strong with children, Hannah and Kevin,
all of Elmira; aunt and uncle, Doris and Ray Cicconi; cousins, Jimmy (Patricia)
Cicconi, Kathy Cicconi, Carol (Bruce) Mumma, Barbara Reed, Carol (Nick)
Ferreri, Bill (Sara) Strong, Patricia Strong, and Cindy Strong. Bobby was
a 1966 graduate of EFA. He served his country, as a medic, in the U.S.
Army during the Vietnam War. Bobby was a police officer for the Frederick,
Maryland Police Department. He later served as a West Elmira police officer.
Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut
Sts., on Monday, June 23, 2008 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Graveside services,
with full military honors, will be held on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at 12:00
noon at Woodlawn National Cemetery Columbarium. In lieu of flowers, donations
in Bobby's name may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 Corning
Road, Corning, NY 14830. The Strong Family would like to thank Donna, and
all the staff at Elcor Hickory Knoll Residence, and Southern Tier Hospice,
for the wonderful care given Bobby. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 6/21/2008.
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)
SUPULSKI Leo
Of Millerton, PA
Age 58, was born January 6, 1949 in Sayre, PA, the son of the late
Joseph B. and Lucy Supulski, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 23,
2007, at home with his loving companion and best friend, Amy Bellows at
his side. His brothers, Joseph and Lawrence Supulski and sister, Anna Sweet
also predeceased him. Leo is survived by his brother, Stanley Supulski
of Elmira, NY; sister, Pauline South of Sayre, PA; along with several nieces,
nephews and many, many friends. He was father to none, but daddy to all.
Leo was a veteran of the US Army proudly serving his country from 1968
to 1974 and received the following commendations: honorable SP-4 Vietnam
Veteran, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 1 Bronze
Service Star, Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 Device, Combat Infantryman
Badge, and the Purple Heart. Family and friends are invited to call at
the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904,
on Wednesday, June 27, 2007, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Funeral Services will
follow the visitation. (3 p.m.) Interment will take place on Thursday,
June 28, 2007, at the Woodlawn National Cemetery where the Chemung County
Veterans Honor Squad will accord Mr. Supulski Military Honors.
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.
SWEET - FASSBENDER
Lorraine Age 83, formerly of Hendy Ave. Elmira, NY, died on Friday
morning, September 16, 2005, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Friends
may call at the HOLLY-KECK & BAKER, INC. FUNERAL HOME on Sunday, Sept.
18, from 2 p.m.to 5 p.m. with funeral services at the conclusion of calling
hours at 5 p.m. Rev. Donald Giles officiating. Interment will take place
in Woodlawn National Cemetery Elmira, at the convenience of the family.
The family will provide flowers, those wishing may make memorials to Westside
Methodist Church. Lorraine is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Michael
and Linda Johnston of Elmira, Lynn and Roxanne Johnston of Horseheads,
NY; and their brother, Scott (Beverly) Sweet of Kettering Ohio; daughter-in-law,
Sue Johnston of Lebanon, TN; grandchildren, Jennifer Johnston, Joshua Sweet,
Rebekah Sweet, and Nicole (Matt) McCammon; special dear friends, Sharon
Hartman and Nancy Bollen. Lorraine was predeceased by her best friend and
loving husband, James Fassbender; loving son, Gary Johnston. She was a
retired secretary from Corning Inc. with over 30 years of service and was
a loving person to all.
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