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cemetery, as they are presented here, is like reading the multi-generational
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.
All people are listed in alphabetic order by surname at BIRTH. Women identified by a married alias only and for whom a birth surname can not be identified, are listed on the last page for the cemetery's obituaries. Please send in typed obituaries for people buried in our local cemeteries. If possible include name of newspaper and date. Send typed in your email or in attached Word files. Send to Joyce M. Tice (JoyceTice@aol.com) |
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BEAMAN - Mrs. Effie B. Cassada, 513 W. First St. Today, Oct 14, 1946. Survived by husband, Louis B.; son, Franklin J. of Elmira; brothers, Humphrey Beaman of Long Island, William Beaman of Troy, Pa.; sisters, Mrs. William Montgomery of Washington, Pa., Miss Frances Beaman of Try, Pa.; six grandchildren. Body is at the Holly Funeral Home where funeral will be Thursday at 1 p.m. Rev. Martin D. Hardin. Woodlawn Cemetery. Please omit flowers.
BEAMAN EFFIE
Cassada, Mrs. Effie Beaman – died Tuesday morning, October 15th at
the Arnot Ogden Hospital in Elmira, NY after a week’s illness. She is survived
by her husband, Louis B Cassada, one son, Franklin J Cassada, both of Elmira;
a sister, Mrs. W S Montgomery of Washington, Pa. and a sister, Frances
R Beaman of Troy; two brothers, Humphrey M Beaman of Bay Shore,Long Island,
NY and William W Beaman of Troy. Also six grandchildren, all of Elmira.
The funeral services were held at the Holley Funeral Home on West Gray
Street in Elmira Thursday afternoon, October 17th. Burial was at Woodlawn
Cemetery in Elmira, NY.
GEORGE T. BECHTOL, one of the oldest residents of Elmira died Tuesday morning (Jan. 4, 1916) at 6:20 o’clock at the family home, No. 378 South Main Street. Mr. Bechtol was born in this city seventy-nine years ago, the family home having stood on the corner of Baldwin and Market Streets many years. Over seventy years ago, before the day of the advent of the steam railroads in the Chemung Valley, Mr. Bechtol’s father, Evan Bechtol was a partner with Cooley & Maxwell in operating four stage lines in various directions of Elmira. His father was a harnessmaker by trade and conducted a business in that line many years. The decedent was a machinist by trade and was employed many years in the former LaFrance fire engine shops. Later he was a master machinist in the United States Navy Yard at Washington, D.C. and until about five years ago when, because of ill health he retired from business. He was married fifty years ago to Miss Helen Griffin, who survives him; also a brother, Evan Bechtol; a sister, Mrs. Smith J. Howe, both of this city; also ten nephews and three nieces. Mr. Bechtol was a member of Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church and of the brotherhood of that church. The funeral was held Thursday at 1 p.m. with a prayer service at the family home and service at Centenary Church at 2 p.m. The Rev. A. L. Hobart officiated. Burial was in Woodlawn. –Elmira Sunday Telegram 1/9/1916
BECKER James C., Jr. Age 51, of 60 Broad Ave., Binghamton, NY,
formerly of Elmira, NY. He was born April 12, 1954 in Elmira, the son of
James C. and Regenia (Lenox) Becker, Sr. and died Thursday, May 12, 2005,
unexpectedly at home. He was predeceased by his father in 1994; grandmother,
Mervil Lenox in 1994; aunt, Elsie Johnson in 1992; grandfathers, Ivan Lenox
in 1984, and Clesson Becker in 1974; uncle Raymond Becker in 1944. James
is survived by his wife, Theresa (Therit); and children, Joshua and Jamie
Becker, all of Binghamton; mother and stepfather, Regenia (Jean) Becker
and John H. Peer of Horseheads; brother and sister-in-law, Bruce and Resurreccion
Becker; nieces and nephews Stephanie, Erika, Justin and Kiana Becker, all
of Cincinnati, OH; along with several aunts, uncles and cousins. He graduated
from SRU High School in E. Smithfield, PA in 1972, Mansfield University,
and Broome Community College. James was formerly employed with Pepsi Bottling
Co. in Binghamton and Elmira. He was Chaplain of the S.A.L. Post 1645,
Binghamton; was an avid NASCAR (Kyle Petty), NY Giants and Yankees fan,
and was a very knowledgeable history buff. Family and friends are invited
to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave.,
Elmira, on Sunday, May 15th, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. His funeral and
committal services will follow at 8 p.m. Interment will be in Woodlawn
Cemetery at the
convenience of the family.
Charles B. BECKWITH, 47, a painter by occupation, who was employed in Elmira, died unexpectedly Thursday morning of a heart seizure at the family home in Pine City. His mother, Mrs. B. Beckwith died last week, at Pine City. Mr. Beckwith is survived by his widow. Mrs. Mildred Beckwith. The funeral will be held in the family home Saturday at 10 a.m. The Rev. George Burroughs will officiate. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira (handwritten on article Feb 14, 1929)
BECKWITH ,(first name ? ) Mrs. Jacob Miller - Mrs. Jacob Miller of Lower Maple Avenue died Sunday at Lemon City, Florida following an illness of eight days of an apoplectic seizure. Mrs. Miller was a member of the Riverside Methodist Episcopal Church and had resided in Elmira many years. The family had passed the winters in Florida several years. The decedent is survived by her husband, Jacob Miller; a daughter, Mrs. Chester Breese of Lemon City, Fla; two brothers, Guy and Judd Beckwith of Elmira. The funeral will be held at Lemon City, Fla. Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. The remains will be removed to Elmira in the spring for burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.
BECKWITH – Miss Mildred Beckwith, age 95, formerly of 352½ Maple Ave., Elmira, died Sunday, August 6, 1989. Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Penna Ave., Wednesday, August 16, 2-4 pm with Funeral and Committal Services there at the conclusion of Calling Hours, Wednesday at 4:00 pm. Rev. Melanie Cole officiating. Interment, Woodlawn Cemetery. Survived by close friends, Geraldine and George Simons of Elmira; also predeceased by close friend, Martha Ross, July 21, 1989. Mildred was a Sunday School Teacher and member of the Riverside United Methodist Church for 50 years and was an assistant to the Librarian at the Steele Memorial Library for 38 years.
BEDIENT Paul R.
Age 70, of Briggs, TX. He was born January 11, 1938 in Bradford, NY,
son of the late Edward and Helen (Kelley) Bedient, and died Saturday, April
26, 2008, at the Central Texas Veterans Hospital, Temple, TX. He was predeceased
by his parents; stepmother, Lillian Bedient; and brother, Claude Bedient.
He is survived by his wife, Wenonah (Denson) Bedient; children and their
spouses, Debbie and Jim Bond of Hector, NY, Paul, Jr. and Pam Bedient of
MI, Tina and Richard Snyder of Beaver Dams, NY, Sonya and Jim Personius
of Montour Falls, NY, Frank and Barbara Bedient of MI, and Merle Bedient
of Montour Falls, NY; 17 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; sister,
Ernestine Trainer of Hobe Sound, FL. Mr. Bedient retired as a heavy equipment
mechanic. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the V.F.W.,
Kempner, TX. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral
Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Friday, May 2nd, from
10 to 11 a.m. His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Committal prayers
and interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Published in
the Star-Gazette on 5/1/2008.
WILLIAM BEEBE died Wednesday afternoon (Jan. 5, 1916) at the family apartments in the Metzger block, No. 419 North Main Street after an extended illness. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Esther M. Beebe; two daughters, Mrs. W. A. Covert of Avon and Mrs. Fred D. Hackley of Elmira; three grandchildren, Charlotte, William and Arthur Covert; also a son, George Beebe of Schenectady. The funeral was held Friday at 2 p.m. Burial was in Woodlawn. –Elmira Sunday Telegram 1/9/1916
BEECHER - Charles M. Beecher, Jr., employed as a compositor on the Elmira Gazette, and son of Charles M. Beecher, night editor of the Advertiser, committed suicide last week Monday night by hanging himself in his father’s barn. He was nearly twenty-five years old, and disappointment in love is supposed to have been the cause of his self-destruction. - Wellsboro Agitator, February 24, 1880
BEECHER James Rexford, Jr.
Loving father & grandfather - Age 84, was born August 31, 1925
in Elmira, NY, the son of the late James Rexford and Miriam (Hays) Beecher
Sr. died peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2009, at the Elcor Health
Services where he most recently resided. His brother, John Hendy Beecher;
and sister, and brother-in-law, Barbara Beecher (Charles) Allen predeceased
him. He is survived by his loving children: daughters, Dr. Pamela Beecher
(Dr. James Prince) of Corse Gold, CA; Amanda Beecher Eubanks of Elmira,
NY; sons, James Rundell Beecher of Elmira, NY; Scott Hendy Beecher of Horseheads,
NY; along with grandchildren, Valarie Beecher Eubanks, Stephen James Eubanks,
Sarah Marian Prince, Hillary Elizabeth Prince; brother, Harry (Peggy) Beecher
of Riverside, CT; Judy Allen of Charlotte, NC; sister-in-law, JoAnne Beecher
of Elmira, NY; along with several nieces and nephews, and relatives. James
was a graduate of Elmira Free Academy Class of 1943. He was a veteran of
the US Army, proudly serving his country during WWII and was a recipient
of the Purple Heart. He attended Cornell University and graduated with
a law degree from the Albany Law School. He operated his practice in the
Elmira area and was a Justice of the Peace in the Town of Elmira. He was
a member of the Masonic Lodge and very active in the Elmira Heights Rotary
Club. James was a great family man loving his children and grandchildren
and family. He loved Seneca Lake and the fond memories that surrounded
him there. He was a natural historian, who loved to write. Most recently,
James enjoyed taking rides and visiting areas that held a sentimental place
in his heart. Reminiscing about the farms he worked as a young adult as
well as the memories of many other places in this great area were also
very dear to him. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof
Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY on Thursday,
October 8, 2009, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services honoring his life
will be held on Friday, October 9th, in The Park Church, 208 West Gray
Street, Elmira, NY at 10:00 a.m. where the Reverend Wayne Gustafson will
celebrate Jim's celebration. Interment will follow where his family and
friends will meet at the Woodlawn Cemetery to share in graveside committal
prayers and witness full Military Honors accorded. Honoring Jim's personal
sacrifice defending our countries freedom. In lieu of flowers, memorial
donations may be directed to The Children's Miracle Network, c/o AOMC,
600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14901 in his memory. Thank You - The Beecher
family wishes to express their sincere appreciation and gratitude to the
Staff at Elcor Health Services for the outstanding love and care given
to James. Published in Star-Gazette from October 6 to October 7, 2009
BEECHEY - GLEASON
Margaret Beechey "Peggy" Age 82, formerly of Owego, died on Saturday,
October 1, 2005, at Bethany Manor. She was born on November 6, 1922 in
Blossburg, PA, the daughter of Morgan and Ellen Johnson Beechey. She was
a member of Bethany Lutheran Church, retired from IBM Owego following 20
years of service, and she loved her dog, Laddy Boy. Peggy is survived by
her sister, Betty Meadows of Waycross, GA; brothers and sisters-in-law,
Charles and Mary Beechey of Big Flats and Richard and Marian Beechey of
Kettering, OH; brother-in-law, William Tuton of Odessa; and several nieces,
nephews, cousins, and stepchildren. Along with her parents, she was predeceased
by her husband, Leo; and her sister, Helene Tuton. Family and friends are
invited to call at Ballard & Lindgren Funeral Home, 161 Oakwood Ave.,
on Wednesday, October 5, 2005, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. A funeral
service will follow there at 12:00 p.m. Rev. Naomi Sorrwar will officiate.
Burial will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery.
BEIDELMAN Edith E.
Age 93, of Bethany Village, died June 25, 2007 at Arnot Ogden Medical
Center. Edith was a resident of Bethany for 32 years, having come there
May 7, 1975. She is survived by her sister, Nellie M. Beidelman of Horseheads,
NY; and several cousins. She was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and
Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary. It was Edith's wish there will be
no calling hours. The Reverend Cliff Proper will be officiating. Burial
will be at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn Cemetery with arrangements
by Olthof Funeral Home.
BEIDELMAN Nellie M.
Residing in Bethany Manor Horseheads, NY went home to be with the Lord
and Savior on January 21, 2009 at the age of 96. Nellie was born in Elmira,
NY on October 1, 1912. She was a charter member of Hillcrest Baptist Church.
She graduated from Elmira High School and from Practical Bible Training
School (now known as Davis College) as Valedictorian of her class. She
also taught there for ten years in the Christian Education Department.
Nellie's most enduring legacy was the creation (along with Clarence W.
Stewart) in 1945 of Child Character Education from her home in Horseheads,
a home donated by the late Mr. and Mrs. George Lee. One of her most challenging
contributions to our community was through Child Character Education, Inc.,
known as Released Time in our public schools. These classes are continuing
after 60 years. She was a teacher and director of this outreach. Too, part
of Nellie's Child Character was a two week summer camp at Harris Hill.
This camp experience is also remembered fondly today by scores of participants.
Nellie so enjoyed her work with the children and telling her stories with
her flannel boards, that she wrote a charming memoir entitled Memories,
the First Fifty Years. Many of Nellie's former students either call or
visit when they return to Elmira. Another aspect of Nellie's legacy was
the creation of Neighborhood Bible Clubs of which she was quite proud,
KYB clubs, Teacher classes and Adult Bible classes. As her sister Edith
once said, "You have had a wonderful life!" Nellie agreed with her. She
will be missed by many. She was predeceased by her mother, Sadie Beidelman;
and her sister, Edith Beidelman. She is survived by many friends and a
few cousins. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home,
Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport on Monday, January 26, 2009,
from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with Funeral and Committal Service there Monday
at 1:00 p.m. The Reverend James Crupi and Reverend Clifford Proper will
officiate. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, at the convenience
of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorials contributions
to the Association for Child Education, Inc., 212 S. Main Street, Horseheads,
NY 14845. Published in the Star-Gazette from 1/23/2009 - 1/24/2009
BELIN William E. "Web"
Age 54 died on Friday August 14, 2009. Bill was born on August
27, 1954 in Elmira, NY the son of John and Irene Brooks Belin. Web was
a former Police Dispatcher for the Horseheads Police Department, Community
Service Officer and Village Court Officer. Bill also worked as a Public
Safety Officer for Ithaca College. He was a member of the Pennsylvania
Avenue United Methodist Church. Bill was a die hard Mets Fan. What Bill
enjoyed most was spending time with his family and friends. He cherished
every moment with them. Web received the 2005 Officer of the Year and the
HPBA Community Service Award. Bill was pre-deceased by his father: John
Belin and his father-in-law: Peter J. Rullo. Web is survived by his loving
wife Mary Rullo Belin; his family: Brian Buchholz and Kelli Dean; Davis
and Sarah Buchholz; Michael and Tetyana Buchholz; Christopher Buchholz;
grandchildren: Jordan, Aden, Zoe, Michael, Arthur Buchholz; mother: Irene
Brooks Belin; sisters and brothers-in-law: Linda and William Vallet; Sally
and David MacNeal; Melissa Belin; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: James
and Sharon Rullo; Michael and Barbara Rullo; mother-in-law: Albina Mary
Rullo; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles and a host of
caring friends including his very best friend Skip Williams and his wife
Tonya. The family would like to thank the Horseheads Police Department
for their loyalty, help and friendship that they have given to Bill through
this difficult time and for always being there for him. Relatives and friends
are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads,
NY on Sunday August 16, 2009 from 3-6 PM. Bill's Funeral Services will
be held on Monday August 17, 2009 at 11 AM at the Funeral Home. Interment
in Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira, NY. The family will provide their
own flowers and those wishing may remember Bill through donations to the
Horseheads PBA 202 South Main Street Horseheads, NY 14845. The family would
like to invite everyone to a reception immediately following the burial
at the IAV on Magee Street. Published in the Star-Gazette from 8/15/2009
- 8/16/2009
BELLINGER - George Bellinger of 1376 Hendy Creek Road, Pine City, NY died Thursday, Sept. 21, 1989. Retired from the Howell Co., he was a member of the Elmira Moose Club. H was a veteran of World War II and was awarded the Purple Heart. Surviving are a brother and sister-in-law, Norman and Clara Bellinger of Horseheads, NY; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Ethel Strong of Gillette, Gladys and William Seymour of Elmira, NY and Dorothy and Harold Swartout of Horseheads, NY; several nieces and nephews; and very special friends, Bob and Doris Butcher and family of Millerton. Services were held at the Barrett Funeral Home Sunday, Sept. 24. The Rev. R. Kurt Traugott officiated. Burial was made in Woodlawn Cemetery.
BELLOMA, Michael A. Age 82 of 207 Spaulding St., Elmira, NY died Sunday, June 2, 2002 with his loving family by his side. Michael was born in Elmira, NY son of the late John and Emma (Cook) Belloma. Michael was predeceased by his wife, Betty J.; grandson, John Schneckenburger; brothers, Albert, Thomas, Frank and Robert “Bo”. Survivors include his children and their spouses, Jacquelyn (Donald) Schneckenburger of AL; Joann (Raymond) Weseman of VA; Michael (Sue) Belloma of Big Flats, NY; Jean (David) Paul of Elmira, NY; Michaelene (Kenneth) Antes of Odessa, NY; 16 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; brothers, John “Mickie” Belloma and Joseph (Mary) Belloma both of Elmira ; sisters, Mary (Edward) Shaw of CA; Josephine Rainey of Elmira, NY; sister-in-law, Betty Belloma of Elmira; close friends, Darcy Mitchell, Jud and Jerry Brewer, and Ron and Joan Scarle; his companion dog, “Baby Love”. Michael was a veteran of WWII having served in the US Navy. Michael was retired from Corning Glass after 50 + years of service. He was the youngest Theatre Manager for Warner Bros., having run the Strand Theatre here in Elmira. Michael was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, Elmira. He was an avid camper and devoted Yankees Baseball fan. Family and friends are invited to call Wednesday, June 5, 2002 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Services will be at 8 pm with Rev. James Olcott officiating. Interment will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
BENEDICT - ROOT, Joanne Marie (Benedict)
Age 64, of Polk City, FL, formerly of Elmira NY. died at home
unexpectedly on February 4, 2009 in Polk City, FL. Joanne was born in Elmira,
NY on November 4, 1944, the daughter of the late Raymond and Phyllis Reynolds
Benedict. Joanne is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Perry Root;
also son, Jeff Root of Englewood, FL; daughters, Elaine (Bill) Game of
Horseheads, NY, Renee (Timothy) Ricks of Elmira; grandchildren, Lauren,
Kirsten, Kayleigh and Brandon; brothers, Raymond (Betty) Benedict of Blairsville,
GA, John (Yvonne) Benedict of Sundance, WY, James (Greer) Benedict of Lakeland,
FL and Ronald (Debbie) Benedict of Franklin, NC; several nieces and nephews.
Joanne was predeceased by her son, Joseph Root. She was a member of the
First Baptist Church at the Mall, Lakeland, FL, and also attended Mount
Olive Baptist Church in Polk City, FL. She was a past member of Southside
Baptist Church, Elmira, NY. Joanne will be best remembered for her thoughtful
drive; she was always thinking of others. She poured her love of others
into her Card Fellowship, sending cards to everyone she knew to celebrate
memorable moments in their lives. One could always count on receiving an
unexpected card from Joanne. She loved her family and loved to spend time
with them, camping. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who
devoted her life to the Lord. Family and friends are invited to call at
Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Sunday, February
8, 2009, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. and on Monday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. with
Funeral and Committal Service there Monday at 3:00 p.m. The Reverend James
Crupi will officiate. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience
of the family. Please make memorials in Joanne Root's name to the charity
of one's choice. Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/7/2009
BENJAMIN Dennis L.
On Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at Elcor Health Services, Dennis Lee
Benjamin, age 66, of Elmira, NY, joined his "heavenly family". He was the
born in Elmira, NY on September 4, 1943, the second of 10 children born
to James and Theresa (Burbank) Benjamin. He was predeceased by his parents,
grandparents; sister, Sharon; brother, Thomas; sister-in-Law, Kathy Benjamin;
several aunts and uncles. He is survived by his son, Joseph Benjamin of
Elmira; loving granddaughter, Jenna Eames of Elmira; sisters, Darlene Benjamin
of Elmira and Carol (Jack) Pelrah of Horseheads; brothers, Paul (Sherry)
and Wayne Benjamin of Horseheads, James and Harold (Wendy) Benjamin of
Elmira, Daniel (Laurie) Benjamin of Corning; and longtime companion/partner,
Doris Clark. Dennis worked as a contractor/remodeler for several years
prior to his retirement. He was an avid NASCAR fan and collector of NASCAR
memorabilia and called himself "the #1 fan of the #1 man", Dale Earnhardt,
Sr. He maintained a booth at the Lowman Flea Market for several years and
enjoyed searching for collectibles at local rummage sales. His "painted
angels" will be enjoyed and cherished by family and friends for years to
come. Dennis will be greatly missed by his family but will remain forever
in their hearts until they meet again. Family and friends are invited to
visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira
on Monday, November 2nd, from 4 to 5 p.m. A celebration of Dennis' life
will be held immediately following. Dennis will be laid to rest with his
baby sister Sharon at Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Those wishing may remember Dennis through memorials to the American Heart
Association or the American Diabetes Association . Published
in Star-Gazette from October 31 to November 1, 2009
BENNETT Carl L.
Age 84, of Elmira, NY, died on Sunday, July 6, 2008, at Bethany Manor.
He was born on October 3, 1923 in Rome, PA to the late Arthur and Geneva
(Granger) Bennett. He was predeceased by his brother, Albert Bennett; and
sister, Dorothy Field. Carl is survived by his wife, Augusta (Criss) Bennett
of Horseheads; sons, Ronald (Zeola) Bennett of Webb Mills, NY, Bruce (Dawn)
Bennett of Elmira, and Steven (Paula) Bennett of Mainesburg, PA; brother,
Emery (Margaret) Bennett of Elmira; sisters, Rowena (Jack Simcock) Campbell
of Elmira, Blanche Carlin of FL, and Evelyn Altilio of FL; six grandchildren,
one step-granddaughter, 11 great-grandchildren, along with several nieces
and nephews. Carl was a member of the VFW and the American Legion Post
#154. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, July 8th, from
2 to 4 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will
follow there at 4 p.m. with Pastor Richard Hack officiating. Interment
will take place on Wednesday, July 9th, at 10 a.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery
with Full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be
made to the American Diabetes Association. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 7/7/2008.
BENNETT, Mrs. Earl Morrell
Mrs. Earl Morrell died Monday night at 10:50 o’clock at the family
home on South Pine street in the village of Horseheads, aged twenty-two
years. She is survived by her husband; an informant son, Earl Frederick,
who is only a few days old; the mother, Mrs. Anna Bennett of Elmira; two
brothers, Erwin and Ralph Bennett of Elmira. The funeral will be
held at the home of P. F. Morrell, 657 Beecher street, in this city, Thursday
at 2 p.m. Burial in Woodlawn cemetery. (handwritten date of 1920
on obituary)
BENNETT - DUNBAR
Florence Bennett Age 97, of Millinocket, ME, died Tuesday, October
11, 2005, at the home of her beloved daughter, Joyce, in Millinocket, ME.
She was born in Elmira Heights, NY on June 13, 1908, the daughter of James
and Ida (Stamp) Bennett. She was the wife of the late F. Earle Dunbar,
who predeceased her on October 25, 1983 in Johnson City, NY. Florence is
survived by her children, Dennis Dunbar of Washington, DC, Jeannette and
her husband, John Reynolds of Arcadia, FL, and Joyce and her husband, Richard
Angotti of Millinocket, ME; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, two
great-great-granddaughters; many nieces and nephews with ties to the Bradford
and Chemung County area. She is also survived by Shirley and Bob Greenough
of Big Pond, PA. Florence was a member of the Oakwood Methodist Church
in Elmira Heights and as an accomplished pianist enjoyed playing for the
many services held there. A graveside service will be held at Woodlawn
Cemetery in Elmira on Monday, October 17, 2005 at 11 a.m. Funeral arrangements
are in the care of R.L. Bouchard Funeral Home in Millinocket, ME.
FLOYD S. BENNETT age 81 of 301 W. Lenox Ave., Horseheads, Sunday, Jan. 26, 1969. Friends may call at the VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral home, Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Private funeral there Tuesday at convenience of family. Rev. Ralph W. Storm. Woodlawn Cemetery in lieu of flowers please make contributions to the memorial fund of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 314 W. Church St. Survived by wife, Mrs. Rilla H. Bennett; several nieces and nephews. –Elmira Star-Gazette 1/27/1969
FRANK J. BENNETT, 67, a former conductor on the Lackawanna Railroad, died unexpectedly at the family home, 1311 Grand Central Avenue, this morning (April 7, 1930) at 7 o’clock. Mr. Bennett had been in ill health two years and had been placed on the pension roll of that company. He was of a cheerful disposition and had many friends. Mr. Bennett is survived by his widow; a daughter, Mrs. Charles Nichols; a granddaughter, Stella Florence Nichols at home; two sisters, Mrs. Susan Hemphill of Elmira, Mrs. George Martin of Alfred; two brothers, Fred of Hornell and George of Cuba. The funeral will be held at the family home Thursday at 2:30 p.m. The Rev. H. A. Depher of North Tonawanda will officiate. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 4/7/1930
BENSON, Beatrice S. Griffis
Loving mother, grandmother, sister, & friend Age 90, of Horseheads,
NY, died on Monday, November 1, 2004, at Bethany Courtyards. Bea was born
May 13, 1914 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Bert and Lottie (Updike)
Benson. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald Griffis; siblings, Delbert
Benson, Sarah Layton, Earl Benson, Jean Vockroth and Louise Wich. Bea is
survived by her loving family: daughters and sons-in-law, Susan and John
Carpenter of Horseheads, NY, Gail and Thomas Ferry of Pequannock, NJ; grandchildren
and great-grandchildren, Rebecca (David) Romig of Elmira, NY, Brett Christian
of Elmira, NY, Wendy (Bruce) Dower and children, Rachel, Bethany and Jonathan
Dower all of Littleton, CO, Beth Ann (Benny) Valle and son, Benjamin Valle
of Pompton Lakes, NJ, Thomas (Laura) Ferry and children, Nicole and Thomas
Ferry all of Randolph, NJ, John Ferry of Pequannock, NJ; sister, Bernice
Secunda of Irvine, CA; along with several nieces and nephews. Bea worked
in retailing for many years at Sheehan’s and The Gorton Coy in Elmira,
NY, and after retirement volunteered at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center
for a number of years. Bea enjoyed her family, friends and Florida vacations.
Her family was very blest to have such a loving, devoted, unselfish mother
and grandmother and will miss her sweetness and beautiful smile. Family
and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave, Elmira, NY, on Wednesday, November 3, 2004, from 11:30 to 1:30 pm.
Funeral Services celebrating Bea’s life will follow the visitation (1:30pm)
Bruce Dower will officiate. Interment will take place in the Woodlawn Cemetery
following the services. Those wishing may direct donations to Southern
Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. A ‘Candle of Remembrance’
may be left for Bea’s family at www.olthof.com .Bea’s family wishes to
give a very special thank-you to Hospice and all the special people at
Bethany Courtyards who were so kind and caring to our mother.
BENSON – Beatrice S. (Benson) Griffis, age 90, of Horseheads, NY, died on Monday, November 1, 2004 at Bethany Courtyards. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Wednesday, November 3, 2004, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Funeral Services celebrating Bea’s life will follow the visitation. Bruce Dower will officiate. Interment will take place in the Woodlawn Cemetery following the services. Those wishing may direct donations to southern tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830. Bea’s family wishes to give a very special thank you to Hospice and all the special people at Bethany Courtyards who were so kind and caring to our mother. – Elmira Star-Gazette, 3 Nov. 2004, p.4C
BENSON - SECUNDA
Bernice A. Of Irvine, CA Was born December 9, 1916 in Elmira, NY, the
daughter of the late Bert and Lottie (Updyke) Benson, died peacefully on
Thursday, November 23, 2006, at the age of 89. Her siblings, Delbert Benson,
Sarah Layton, Earl Benson, Jean Vockroth, Beatrice Griffis and Louise Wich
predeceased her. Bernice is survived by her loving family, daughter and
son in-law, Judy and Bill Quinn of Laguna Niguel, CA; granddaughter, Sherry
Quinn of San Diego, CA; grandson, William P. Quinn and his wife, Stacy,
of Belleville, NJ; along with several nieces and nephews. Bernice worked
for many years as a Bridal Consultant while managing an apartment complex.
She enjoyed golf, dancing, movies and travel. Bernice was smart, fun loving,
independent, and dearly loved. The family will meet relatives and friends
on Thursday, November 30, 2006, at the Walnut Street entrance to the Woodlawn
Cemetery (1200 Walnut Street), Elmira, NY at 11:00 a.m. Bernice is coming
home for Graveside Services honoring her life and celebrating her memory.
Lay pastor John P. Knapp will officiate. Arrangements have been entrusted
to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. In accordance with her wishes, memorial
donations may be directed to the American Cancer Society California Division
File #55199, Los Angeles, CA 90074-0001.
BENSON - Martha Benson Detrick, 74, wife of former Bradford County Sheriff Frank E. Detrick, of 306 Main Street Monroeton, died Thursday morning, November 20, 1986, at her home. Mrs. Detrick was well known throughout the Bradford County area and prossessed many friends. Born Feb. 22, 1912 in Mosherville, she was the daughter of former Bradford County Sheriff Newman E. Benson and Ethel UPDIKE Benson. Martha attended School in Millerton, PA and was a graduate of Towanda High School, Class of 1930. On August 18, 1934, she married Frank E. Detrick in Towanda. Mr. and Mrs. Detrick came to Towanda in 1944 to reside upon Mr. Detrick's appointment as Bradford County detective. In early years she was employed by J.J. Newbury store in Towanda and later by Sylvania Electric and W.T. Grant store in Towanda. In 1960 Mrs. Detrick was appointed deputy and matron at the Bradford County jail. Sahe was a member of the Towanda Methodist Church and the Critchlow Sunday School Class. She served two years as president of the Republican Women's Council in Bradford County and was very active in the Republican Party. She was a member of the Towanda Shakespeare Club, a former member of the Towanda's Women's Club. She also enjoyed playing bridge and was a member of various bridge clubs in the community. She is survived by her husband Frank E. Detrick; a daughter, Mrs. Joyce Tebo, Schnectady: a son, Paul N. Detrick, Carlisle, PA; three granddaughters: Mrs. Wayne (Suzanne) Tearno and Mrs. Robert (Pamela) Lansing, both of Schnectady: and Jennifer Detrick, of Carlisle, PA: three grandsons: Richard Tebo, of Athens: Jeffery Tebo, Towanda RD 5, Johnathan Detrick, Carlisle, PA: Franklin Tearno, of Schnectady: a borther Newman W. Benson, Towanda RD 5; a sister, Mrs. Walter (Beverly Ann) Buffington, Towanda and a nephew Thomas Buffington, Towanda. The funeral and commital service will be held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with Rev. William H. Wassell, pastor of Towanda United Methodist church, officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira. The family requests memorials be directed to the Alzheimer's Disease and related Disorder Association, 360 North Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL 60601 in Mrs Detrick's memory. Submitted by Reva Howard Wagner on May 30, 2009. Taken from the Towanda Daily Review, Nov. 21, 1986.
BENSON, OTIS JACOB (SRGP 8828)
Otis Jacob Benson, 85, died at the home of his youngest daughter,
Josephine Wheeler, of Alder Run, Pa., Monday Jan. 2, 1939. He leaves
four daughters, Mrs. Jennie Crumb of Millerton, Mrs. Rose Ripley of Elmira,
Mrs. Mathilde Pease of Gillett, Pa., and Mrs. Josephine Wheeler of Alder
Run; six sons, Elmer Benson of Millerton, Emerson of Horseheads, Ashford
of Mansfield, Bradford County Sheriff Norman Benson of Towanda, George
of Mansfield and Homer of Lavonia, N.Y.; also 43 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.
A prayer service will be held at the home of the daughter Thursday at 2
p.m. with the funeral service in the Millerton Church at 3 p.m. Burial
will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira.
BENTLEY - Arthur Bentley -of 372 Highland Ave Upper Montclair, NJ. died on Wednesday Sept 27, 1944; dear husband of Mary Drake Bentley. Services were held in the Chapel of St Luke’s Episcopal Church South Fullerton Ave. Montclair, Friday at 12 o’clock. Interment Elmira, NY.
BERGH
Harold O. Sr. "But" Retired President of H.H. & K. Bergh Age 84,
lifelong resident of Southport, NY, retired President of H.H. & K.
Bergh died Saturday, July 1, 2000 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Harold
is remembered by his loving wife of 60 years in August, Viola Johnson Bergh
of Southport, NY; his daughter, Sandra (Clyde) Knowlton of Pine City, NY;
son, Harold O. Bergh Jr. of Southport, NY; grandchildren, Tari and
Michael Knowlton, Chad and Mandy Bergh; great-grandchildren, Zach and Katie
Knowlton; sister, Alma Maloney of Elmira; brother, Ken (Marg) Bergh of
Elmira; sister-in-law, Constance Bergh of Southport; as well as several
aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. His brother and sister, Howard Bergh
and Helen Struble, predeceased Harold. Harold was a very well known area
horseman and loved his Quarter Horse "Bud". Harold was a member of the
Chemung County Fair Board for many active years and a member of the Chemung
County Posse, Union-Cooley Masonic Lodge #95 F & AM and Cashmere Grotto
#11. He was also a past member of the Southport Kiwanis Club and The Chemung
Area Horse Council and was a lifelong devoted member of Bethany Lutheran
Church and the owner and retired president of H.H.& K. Bergh in Southport,
established in 1947. Family and friends are invited to call at Bethany
Lutheran Church, 256 S. Walnut St., Elmira, NY on Friday, July 7, 2000
from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM with a memorial service at the conclusion of calling
hours. Interment will be at the Woodlawn Cemetery at the families' convenience.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made, in Harold's name, to
Bethany Lutheran Church or to Arnot Ogden Medical Center, 600 Roe Avenue,
Elmira, NY 14905.
ATTORNEY DOUGLAS C. BERRY age 63 of 404 Hoffman St., Wednesday, July 2, 1986. Friends are invited to call at the Smith-Fudge-Marshall Funeral Home, 1058 W. Church St., Saturday, 1 to 2 pm. Funeral services will follow, conducted by the Rev. John-Stutzman. Burial, Woodlawn Cemetery. Survived by mother, Mrs. Cecil R. Berry, Sr. of Elmira; wife, Mrs. Faith (Snyder) Berry of Elmira; sons and daughter-in-law, Jonathan and Linda Berry of Spring, TX, 2nd lt. Thomas C. Berry, stationed at Randolph Air Force Base, TX, 2nd Lt. Benjamin L. Berry, stationed at Fort Polk, LO; brothers, Cecil R. Berry Jr., of Stuart, FL, Richard C. Berry of Vestal, NY; several nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of the US Naval Academy and Cornell Law School, a member of the NYS Bar Association, Ivy Lodge #479 F & AM, American Legion Harry B. Bentley Post #443. He was a practicing Real Estate Attorney. –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/5/1986
BERRY Theodore "Ted" Francis Jr.
Age 76, of 187 West Fourth Street, Corning, died Tuesday, December
4, 2007, at Corning Hospital, Corning. Mr. Berry was born in Elmira on
December 1, 1931, the son of the late Theodore F. and the late Sarah L.
(Colley) Berry. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Ruby V. (Gilliam)
Berry. Ted was a lifelong resident of the area and was educated in the
Elmira School System. He was active in high school sports and graduated
from Elmira Free Academy. He had attended both Alfred University in Alfred,
NY and Tennessee State University in Nashville, TN. He retired in 1986
after many years of service with Corning Glass Works. In life, Ted enjoyed
spending time with his family, all types of competitive sports and remained
a huge fan of local high school sports. In addition to his wife, Ted is
survived by his children from his prior union with Bessie M. Berry of Elmira,
one son, Theodore F. (Julie) Berry III of Dayton, OH; one daughter, Carmella
E. Berry of Lake Lure, NC; stepchildren, Dianna Lynn Vrooman of California,
Donna Marie Goree of New York City; his beloved sister, Jessie M. Nichols
of San Diego, CA; his grandchildren, whom he especially enjoyed, B'Randy
F. Brooks, Theodore F. "Teddy" Berry IV, Janah M. Berry, Devin P. Goree;
and many nieces and nephews. Predeceasing Ted in this life were siblings,
Vivian L. Brown, Lena C. Goodenough, Charles "Brother" W. Brown, Joseph
H. Brown, Artemesia M. Coleman; he was also predeceased by stepson, Allen
W. Goree. Calling hours will be Friday, December 7th from 3-5 p.m. and
7-8 p.m. at the Phillips Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 17 West Pulteney
St. in Corning, where the funeral will be held at 8:00 p.m. with Pastor
Roger Curtis of the Seventh Day Adventist Church of Corning officiating.
Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira at the convenience of the
family. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials be made to the Seventh
Day Adventist Church, 121 Fuller Ave., Corning, NY 14830.
DONALD BERTHOD, 16, 1207 Hall Pl., early Monday, Aug. 14, 1944. Survived by parents, Mr. and Mars. Marius Berthod; brothers, Erwin of the Navy and Marius Jr. at home; sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Minsterman and the Misses Bettie Lu, Nancy Ann and Irene, Elmira; grandmother, Mrs. Eugene Berthod, Elmira. The body is in the Davis Funeral Home where strictly private services will be held Tuesday morning. Rev. W. H. Willits. Woodlawn Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/14/1944
EUGENE CHARLES BERTHOD of Elmira RD 1, Wednesday, Nov. 24, 1954. He was an employee of Eclipse Machine Division, member of Lake St. Presbyterian Church. Survived by wife, Mrs. Nellie Berthod; daughters, Mrs. Fred Trivette of Williamson, W.Va., Mrs. Edward Johnston of Miami, Fla.; mother, Mrs. Anna Berthod and sisters, Mrs. Louise Armstrong and Mrs. Agnes Veile, all of Elmira; brothers, Raymond and Paul Berthod, both of Elmira, Maurice of Horseheads; two grandchildren. Body at Ballard Funeral Home, Elmira Heights where friends may call today 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Saturday at 1:30 p.m., the Rev. Barnett S. Eby. Woodlawn Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/26/1954
BERTHOD – Louise Berthod Armstrong, age 93 formerly of 618 Lewis St. Elmira, NY, died Tuesday, March 28, 1989. Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home, Thursday 7-9 pm. Funeral Services will be held there Friday at 11 am. Rev. Larry Appenzellar, officiating. Interment, Woodlawn Cemetery. She is survived by her grand nephew, Jack Myers Jr. of Elmira, NY, and many other nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert Armstrong and is the daughter of the late Eugene and Anna (Frenchmen) Berthod. She was also predeceased by her brothers, Eugene, Marius, Ray and Paul Berthod, and was predeceased by her sisters, Hortense, Margaret, Agnes, and Mary Berthod.
BESLEY - BATTERSON
Arlene E. Age 83, of 14th St. in Elmira Heights, NY, died Friday, November
17, 2006, at Elcor Health Services in Horseheads, NY. Arlene was born May
7, 1923 in Elmira Heights, NY, daughter of Kenneth and Irene Myers Besley.
Arlene was retired from the Elmira Heights School District, where she served
in the position of payroll clerk. She enjoyed volunteering as an usher
at the Clemens Center in Elmira, and also at the Elmira Heights Library.
Surviving Arlene are sons, Gary Batterson of Tacoma, WA, and Greg Batterson
of Florida; four grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Arlene was
predeceased by her husband, Leon C. Batterson in January 2002. At Arlene's
request, there will be no public services. The interment will be in Woodlawn
Cemetery, Elmira, NY. The family greatly declines flowers. Memorials in
the name Arlene Batterson may be directed to St. John's Episcopal Church,
203 W. 13th St., Elmira Heights, NY 14903, or the charity of one's choice.
BESLEY - FLORENCE SAUNDERS
Florence E. (Besley) Saunders, 77, resident of the Bradford County
Manor in Troy, PA, died Friday, July 12, 1991. She was a retiree of Arnot
Ogden Memorial Hospital and was a member of Webb Mills Methodist Church.
She is survived by her husband, Clarence W. Saunders of Pine City, NY;
son, Clarence W. Saunders of Alliance, OH; daughter, Sylvia Buchanan of
Endicott, NY; sister and brother-in-law, Frances and Glen Balmer of Gillett,
PA; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; special friends,
Carol Haynes and Mary Ida McDermott. Funeral services were held at the
Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira, NY on July 15 with the Rev. George Evans
officiating and interment to be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Those wishing may
make donations to the Alzheimers Disease Assoc., 70 E. Lake St., Chicago,
IL 60601. (TGR, Thursday, August 1, 1991)
BESS - BURROWS
Burrows, Mrs. Martha Foster age 83 of 411 East Church St., Thursday,
October 19, 1978. Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home,
Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. Private funeral services will be held there Saturday,
the Rev. Kurt R. Traugott, pastor of the First United Church of Christ,
officiating. Burial Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will provide flowers
of their own and request that contributions be made to the Tioga Hospital
Improvement Fund. She is survived by a son, Lynn Foster of Waverly; grandchildren,
Mrs. Marsha Keene, Thomas Lynn Foster, Allan Paul Foster; great grandchildren
Michele Keene, Gregory Foster and several nieces and nephews. She was a
member of the First United Church of Christ.
BEVERIDGE
Frances L. Loving and supportive member of the Southport Community
Age 93, proud and devoted member of Southport. died Monday, January 21,
2002 at the St. Joseph's Hospital, Elmira, NY. Frances was the daughter
of the late Jacob and Mary Granger Hall. She was born in Wellsboro, PA
on August 15th, 1908. She was married to the late Alex Beveridge. Surviving
her are: loving niece and nephews; Anna Goda of Owego, NY, Donald Hall
of Wellsboro, PA, James Williams of FL and Donald Williams of Dryden, NY.
Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service remembering
the life of Frances L. Beveridge at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050
Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904 on Thursday, January 24th, 2002 at
2:30PM. The Reverend David Hays will officiate. Interment will be held
privately in accordance with Frances' wishes and will take place at the
Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY. She will be placed into peace next to her
husband Alex whom she dearly missed. Frances was known for picking the
best strawberries at Farmers in Pine City. She loved to help with "Meals
on Wheels" at the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church. Frances
was known for being very independent and doing all her own gardening and
yard work for many years. Those wishing may make memorials in Frances'
name to the charity of ones choice.
BIANCULI - HAMMOND
Helen L. Southport Resident Age 77, of Laurel Street, Elmira, NY, died
peacefully at St. Joseph's Hospital on Monday, June 20, 2005. She was born
December 10, 1927 in Elmira, the daughter of the late Anthony and Eleanor
(Loveless) Bianculli. Her daughter, Barbara Jean Hammond, in 1957; and
her uncle, Frank Bianculli, predeceased her. On February 10, 1946, Helen
married Frank C. Hammond. They have celebrated 59 wonderful years of life
and love together. She is survived by her beloved Frank; loving children,
Frank 'Bill' (Coleen) Hammond of Elmira, NY, Susan Hammond of Horseheads,
NY, Robert J. (Cathy) Hammond of Elmira, NY; brother, James (Marilyn) Bianculli
of Chattanooga, TN; sister-in-law, Geraldine Hammond of Elmira, NY; aunt,
Ruth Bianculli Terwilliger of Elmira, NY; along with eight grandchildren;
one great granddaughter; several nieces and nephews. Helen retired from
the Elmira City School District in 1988 after 25 years of faithful and
dedicated service. She was a charter member of the Southport Volunteer
Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. Funeral Services honoring Helen's life
will be held at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave.,
Elmira, NY, on Thursday, June 23, 2005, at 4:00 p.m. with Deacon Bob Stowell
celebrating her service. Following services, the family will receive friends
until 7:00 p.m. Interment will take place in the Woodlawn Cemetery privately
and at the convenience of the family.
BIEBER - MILLER, Elizabeth F.
Age 88, died on Sunday, April 6, 2008, at St. Joseph's
Hospital. Elizabeth was born in Washingtonville, PA, the daughter of the
late Maurice and Mary Bieber. Besides her parents; she was predeceased
by three sisters, Wilda Miller of Stanley, NY, Charlotte Levan of Ocala,
FL, and Helen McMahon of Fountain Valley, CA; and one brother, Britton
W. Bieber of Muncy, PA. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years,
Clarence Miller of Elmira, NY; one daughter, Betsy (Brian) Ward; and two
grandchildren, Sean and Ian Ward, all of Mundelein, IL; a brother, Marvin
E. Bieber of Brandon, FL; and nieces and nephews. Mrs. Miller was a member
of Bethany Lutheran Church and enjoyed painting, gardening and was an accomplished
seamstress. She was a waitress at Moretti's Restaurant and the Elmira Country
Club. Family and friends are invited to Bethany Lutheran Church, 256 South
Walnut St., Elmira, on Friday, April 11th, from 11:00 a.m. till 12:30 p.m.
A funeral and committal service honoring Elizabeth's life will be held
at 12:30 p.m. with Pastor Abigal Hoffman officiating. Interment will follow
at Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Memorials may be made to Bethany Lutheran
Church; the SPCA Animal Shelter, Route #352, Elmira, NY 14903; the American
Cancer Society, 1316 College Ave., Elmira, NY 14901, or to a charity of
one's choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home,
Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY. Published in the Star-Gazette
from 4/8/2008 - 4/9/2008.
BIERLINE Frank Joseph III "Joe"
Age 42, a resident of the Town of Southport, is at peace with God after
a long and courageous battle with brain cancer on May 13, 2008 at Strong
Memorial Hospital with his devoted wife by his side. Joe leaves behind
a wonderful legacy in his cherished family: his loving wife and companion
of 17 years, Janet (Russell) Bierline and their five sons, Joseph, Zachary,
Daniel, Tyler and Jacob all at home. He was born March 21, 1966 in Rochester,
PA, to Frank and Harriet Bierline, who also survive him. He also leaves
behind his mother-in-law, Doris Russell; a brother, Jeffery (Kristen) Bierline;
sister, Anna Jayne; sisters-in-law, Judy (Curt) Dickerson, Sandy (Dan)
Vinyard, Carol (Gary) Jividen, Pat (Van) Gillette, brother-in-laws, Jim
(Mary Jane) Russell, and Richard (Pam) Russell; several aunts, uncles,
nieces, nephews, many dear friends and co-workers. Joe was predeceased
by his father-in-law, Kenneth Russell; a child, Alex Gabriel and an aunt,
Carole Paradiso. He was a graduate of Corning Community College and was
employed by the Elmira Water Board as a water filtration operator. Joe
was an avid lifetime fan of the Indianapolis Colts and enjoyed spending
time with his family and friends. Joe showed strength in the face of adversity
and courage in his unwillingness to give up, even when faced with impossible
odds. He taught us to live our lives to the fullest and to find humor everyday
even in the most difficult situations. Joe relied on his faith in God to
sustain him and attended Waverly First Baptist Church. Joe will be remembered
by all as a kind and gentle soul. Family and friends will be received at
Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Wednesday
May 21, 2008 between the hours of 12 (noon) - 3 p.m. and 5 - 8 p.m. also
on Thursday from 10 - 11:30 a.m. with the funeral immediately following
with the Rev. Steve Reynolds and Rev. David Daniels officiating. A graveside
committal service will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,
donations can be made to the "Education Fund for the children of Joe Bierline"
43 Orchard Park Rd, Pine City, NY 14871 or a donation can be made to The
Rochester Brain and Spinal Tumor Project at the University of Rochester
Medical Center Rochester, NY 14627. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 5/18/2008.
BIGGERS
Daniel ("Moose", "The King") photo Age 78 of Elmira, NY. He was born
July 3, 1923 in Rock Hill, SC, son of the late Daniel, Sr. and Ethel (Jennings)
Biggers and died Wednesday, October 17, 2001 at St. Joseph's Hospital.
He was predeceased by 2 brothers Floyd and LeRoy Biggers and grandson Marlon
Stroman. Survived by his beloved wife Jeanette Serdula-Biggers of Elmira;
children and their spouses Kandee Biggers and Scott Biggers both of CA,
Pilar and Deion Sanders of TX, Ethel Stroman, Margaret and Morris Bodden
and Danny Stroman III all of Elmira, Michael Stroman of Kirkwood, NY; sister
Mavilla Odessa Bradley of Washington, DC.; brother Ralph Biggers of Rock
Hill, SC; grandchildren Shilo Sanders, Duane Stroman, Tinessa Fields, Daniel
Stroman IV and Michael Stroman, Jr.; great grandchildren Prince Fields
and Shayona Stroman along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Danny retired from General Electric and also worked as a Security Guard
at Dewittsburg Housing. He was a long time member of St. Paul's Missionary
Baptist Church, serving on several committees and singing in their choir.
Danny was also a well known boxer in the area and a U.S Army veteran. Family
and friends are invited to call at St. Paul's Missionary Baptist Church,
402 Sullivan St., Elmira on Monday, October 22nd from 10 AM to 12 Noon.
Funeral Service will be held at 12 Noon. Rev. Johnny Vaughn will officiate.
Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
WALTER BILINSKY
Walter (Blinky) Bilinsky, 77, of Carriage Estates, Elmira, NY,
died Wednesday, October 28, 1992 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira.
Mr. Bilinsky was an active member of Eagles, Elks, Moose, American Legion
and VFW #901. He was a veteran of World War II and retired from Thatcher
Glass. He is survived by wife, Betty Bilinsky; daughter and son-in-law,
Nancy and Louis Viselli of Elmira, NY; stepdaughter, Debra Seeley of Bentley
Creek, PA; stepson and daughter-in-law, Michael and Marlane Campbell of
Bentley Creek; nine grandchildren and step-grandchildren; mother, Katherine
H. Bilinsky of Elmira, NY; brother and sister-in-law, Albert and Florence
Bilinsky of Philadelphia, PA. Memorial services were held at the Olthof
Funeral Home in Elmira on November 2 with the Rev. Kelvin Jones officiating
and interment to be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira. Contributions may be
made in Walter's name to Southern Tier Hospice, 244 W. Water St., Elmira,
NY 14901. (TGR, Thursday, November 5, 1992)
BIXBY –MRS. FLORENCE MAE BROWNE, widow of Walter Browne died Monday, Oct. 19, 1936 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George Thornton, 319 ½ Madison Avenue. Mrs. Browne was born in Sylvania, Pa. Nov. 12, 1873. She was the daughter of the late W. O. Bixby and was a graduate of the Mansfield State Teachers College. She taught school for a number of years. Mrs. Browne was a member of the Sylvania Presbyterian Church, also an active member of the Sunshine Circle of Elmira. She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Thornton; a son Edward and a grandson, all of Elmira; a sister, Mrs. Thomas Donnelly of Olean; five brothers; Bert and William of Syracuse; Ernest of Mansfield, Pa.; Ford of Alba, Pa. and Leon Bixby of Troy, Pa.; several nieces and nephews. They body is in the Justin McCarthy Funeral Home until Tuesday afternoon when it will be removed to the home of her daughter, 319 ½ Madison Avenue where the funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. Rev. Henry White officiating. Woodlawn Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 10/19/1936
BLACK Clarence E. "Blackie" Age 82 of Pine City, NY. He was born December 25, 1923 in Elmira, son of the late Clarence Sr. and Stella (Harris) Black and died Saturday, March 04, 2006 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. He was predeceased by his only sibling, Helen Short, and is survived by his loving children, Richard Rollins and Aletha Rollins, both of Elmira; daughter-in-law, Sandi Rollins of Endicott, NY; granddaughter, Larissa Singleton of Elmira; great-grandchildren, Shaquille and Savon Hinton and Justen Maxwell; dear friend, Mamie Carroll of Elmira; along with a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Mr. Black retired from Kennedy Valve with over thirty-nine years of service. He was a U.S. Navy veteran serving during WW2; was an avid tennis player, bowler, cyclist and woodworker. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Wednesday, March 8th from 12 to 2 p.m. His funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Deacon Robert Stowell will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Clarence may be remembered through donations to the Greater Elmira Tennis Association, 88 Bennett Rd., Pine City, NY 14871.
BLACK - TREAT, Virginia J. Black "Ginny"
Of Elmira, died peacefully on Sunday, December 2, 2007 at St. Joseph's
Hospital. Ginny was born in Wellsville, NY to Paul D. and Mildred M. (Hower)
Black on July 28, 1925. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Francis
Homer Treat, Sr.; sons and daughter-in-law, Thomas P. Treat of Vail, CO,
Francis Homer, Jr., and Eileen Treat of Rochester, NY; daughter and son-in-low,
Mary Lou and Dr. Richard K. Wesp of Stroudsburg, PA; granddaughters, Teresa
Tramazzo, with husband Marc, Kathryn Mallanda, with husband Darryl, Rachel,
Rebecca, and Emily Treat; grandson, Ryan T. Kennedy; great-grandchildren,
Julia, Sara, and John Tramazzo; sister, Sister Camille Marie Black of Maryknoll,
NY; brother and sister-in-law, Paul D. and Ann Black of Dansville, NY;
along with many nieces, nephews and friends. Ginny was a graduate of Dansville
Central High School and St. Joseph's School of Nursing, Class of 1947.
She was a dedicated nurse at St. Joseph's where she served as Head Nurse
on both the ICU and CCU units. Ginny was also a long time communicant of
Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home,
corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Thursday, December 6, 2007 from 1:00
p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held
at the funeral home on Friday, December 7, 2007 at 10:15 a.m., followed
by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church.
Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorials in memory of Ginny
may be directed to SPCA, Route 352, Elmira, NY 14903. Ginny's family would
like to thank Kathy Lindsay and her staff for the special care given during
her stay at St. Joseph's Hospital. Members of St. Joseph's Hospital School
of Nursing Alumni will meet at Our Lady of Lourdes Church on Friday, December
7, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. to form an honor guard for Ginny. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 12/4/2007.
BLAKE - BRICK, Virginia A.
Age 67, of Erin, NY, died Friday, December 7, 2007, at her home with
the love of her family by her side. Virginia was born on February 14, 1940
in Elmira, NY, daughter of the late Calvin Sr. and Alma (Leljedal) Blake.
Survivors include her husband, James, of 47 loving years together; daughters,
Debra (John) Owens of Erin, and Patti Buchanan of Lowman, NY; son, Robert
Brick of Erin; sister, Nancy (Robert) Lowman of Lowman, NY; brothers, Charles
(Sue) Blake of Waverly, NY, James (Josephine) Blake and Calvin Jr. (Peggy)
Blake, both of Elmira; nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.
Virginia was predeceased by her sister, Mary Lundgren; brother-in-law,
David Lundgren. Virginia's wishes are that there be no services held for
her. Interment will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience
of the family. Virginia's family would like to thank Southern Tier Hospice
for the care that Virginia received. In memory of Virginia, contributions
can be made to the American Diabetes Association.
BLANCHARD - BERBARY, Elma J.
Age 80, of Elmira, died Sunday, May 10, 2009 at Arnot Ogden Medical
Center. She was born September 30, 1928 the daughter of Chester and Lena
Carrigan Blanchard. Elma is predeceased by her husband, Anthony "Tony"
Berbary; brother and sister-in-law, Raymond and Erma Blanchard; sisters
and brother-in-law, Evelyn Blanchard, Shirley and Edward Drake. She is
survived by her children, with their spouses, Anthony T. and Judy Berbary
of Myrtle Beach, SC, Jerry N. and Susan Berbary of Elmira, David J. and
Michelle Berbary of Pine City, Kenneth J. and Eileen Berbary of Buffalo,
John A. and Kolleen Berbary of Elmira, Judy A. and Chip Cox of Louisville,
KY, Susan H. and Dan Dimon, Jr. of Elmira, Patricia L. and Christopher
Smith of Horseheads; 20 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. Also
surviving are brothers and sisters-in-law, Gordon and Cathy Blanchard of
Watkins Glen, Albert "Doc" and JoAnn Blanchard of Augusta, GA, Robert and
Mary Jane Blanchard of Corning; sister-in-law, Marie Tate of Richmond,
VA; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Elma was a seamstress by trade
and made many wedding dresses. Her grandchildren always had the best Halloween
costumes. Elma loved to play cards and taught her children and grandchildren
how to play. She was an avid bowler for many years, and enjoyed working
on crossword puzzles. The best times for Elma were when she was with her
family. She was everyone's "Nana" and will always be loved and remembered.
Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut
Sts., on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A funeral
service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, May 14, 2009 at 10:00
a.m. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Those wishing may remember
Elma through donations to her son Jerry's church, Abundant Life Community
Outreach Church, 372 Baty Street, Elmira, NY 14904.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/12/2009
BLANCHARD –MRS. NETTIE BELLE RUSSELL, 78 of the Melbourne Hotel, New York City, formerly of Elmira. Saturday, Apr. 12, 1952. Survived by husband, Dr. R. H. Russell; sisters, Mrs. Eliza Hanmore and Mrs. Harriet Babcock of Elmira; brother, George Blanchard of Elmira; several nieces and nephews. The body will arrive at the James D. Barrett Funeral home Monday morning and will be taken to the home of a niece; Mrs. Raymond Foulkrod, 369 Pennsylvania Ave. where funeral will be held Tuesday 2 p.m. The Re. Charles E. Corey. Burial Woodlawn Cemetery. –Elmira Sunday Telegram 4/13/1952
BLANCHARD SHIRLEY H DRAKE
Shirley H. Age 70, of Keuka Lake and Florida, died Monday, October
23, 2006 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Shirley was born November
29, 1935, a daughter of the late Chester and Helena (Carrigan) Blanchard.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her loving husband of
43 years William E. Drake, Sr., sister Evelyn Blanchard and brother Raymond
Blanchard. Shirley is survived by her children, with their families, Deborah
L. and Clarence "Matt" Hastings of Horseheads with their children Todd
and Joel; William E., Jr. and Maryanne Drake of Horseheads with their daughter
Yevette; Gregory S. and Margaret C. Drake of Ballston Lake, NY with their
children Jennie, Claire and Katie; and Jeffrey A. and Robin Drake of Odessa
with her children, Brad and Adam Mathews; sister Alma Berbary of Elmira;
brothers and sisters-in-law, Gordon and Kathy Blanchard of Watkins Glen,
Albert and Joanne Blanchard of Georgia, and Bob and Mary Jane Blanchard
of Caton; special friend Art Parsons of Keuka Lake; along with several
nieces, nephews and special friends. Shirley belonged to many card clubs
and also enjoyed golfing and boating. She was a 25 year volunteer with
the Corning LPGA. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner
of Water and Walnut Sts., on Thursday, October 26, 2006 from 5:00 p.m.
to 7:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held there on Friday, October 27,
2006 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Donations
in Shirley's memory may be directed to the Scleroderma Research Foundation,
220 Montgomery Street, Suite 1411, San Francisco CA 94104.
BLANDFORD - SHEPARD, Phyllis (Blandford), Age 79, of Elmira, NY, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 12, 2008. She was predeceased by her husband, Napolean; and is survived by her children, Dana (Shepard) Williams of Southfield, MI, Gerald (Barbara) Shepard of Norristown, PA, Bryan (Dicy) of Buffalo, NY, Ronald (Angie) of Elmira; sisters, Lucy F. Brown of Elmira, Joyce Buncom of Queens, NY, Sandra Francis of Tampa, FL, Leslie Blandford of Elmira, Norma Holmes of Palm Coast, FL; brother, Wayne Dunham of Syracuse, NY; favorite niece, Beverly Johnson; grandchildren, William, Jason, Edward, Tiffany, Bryce, Briohn, Markel, Jarred, Joslynn and Ponen. She was loved by a host of other nieces and nephews. Phyllis was a caregiver to anyone in the community that was in need. She was devoted to her family and the Frederick Douglass Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, where she was a lifetime member. In 2002, she was chosen Black Woman of the Year by the YWCA of Elmira and the Twin Tiers. Phyllis was a graduate of Elmira Free Academy and the State University of New York at Delhi. She recently retired from Chemung County Family Services. Family and friends are invited to visit Frederick Douglass Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 402 Madison Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, March 16th, from 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Monday, March 17th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Her funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Rev. Roosevelt Simmons will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family. Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/15/2008.
BLANDFORD, William Louis
Age 77, of Elmira, NY, peacefully closed his eyes and went to sleep
eternally on Saturday, September 20, 2008, at the Chemung County Nursing
Facility. He was a gentle, kind and loving soul to all that knew him. Born
August 8, 1931 in Elmira, son of the late Clayton and Katherine (Cooper)
Blandford, he was also predeceased by his son, Keith W. Blandford; brothers,
Eugene and Donald Blandford; and sister, Phyllis Shepard; and is survived
by his daughters, Ardella Blandford of Matthew, NC, and Cynthia Nash of
Atlanta, GA; sisters, Lucy Brown of Elmira, Joyce Buncom of Queens, NY,
Sandra (Leslie Francoise) and Norma (John) Holmes, both of Jacksonville,
FL, and Leslie Blandford of Elmira; brother, Wayne (Phyllis) Dunham of
Syracuse, NY; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends he dearly
loved. Billy was an outstanding prominent basketball player for E.F.A and
a veteran of the Korean War. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter
J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Wednesday,
September 24th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. His funeral service will be held
at 1 p.m. Rev. Roosevelt Simmons, his Pastor, will officiate. Committal
prayers and interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Billy's family
thanks the Chemung County Department of Aging, Chemung County Nursing Facility,
social workers, nurses and doctors for their unfailing care for Billy.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/22/2008
BLEW Elmer S. US Army Veteran Age 80, of Horseheads, NY, and formerly of Trexlertown, PA, died peacefully on Saturday, November 20, 2005, at the VA Medical Center in Bath, NY. He was born May 29, 1925 in Allentown, PA, the son of the late Alger and Helen May (Leiby) Blew. His brother, George Blew; and his four sisters of Allentown, PA, predeceased Elmer. Mr. Blew was a Veteran of the US Army and proudly served his country from 1948 to 1956 in Germany during the Korean War. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Esther Blew of Elmira, NY; nieces, Helen Keir of Ulster, PA, Laura Blew, Barbara Blew, Tammie Blew; and nephew, David Blew, all of Elmira, NY. Graveside services with full military honors will be held privately in the Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904.
BLOOD - Henry Lee Blood-(1929) died at noon Tuesday at
the family home, 511 Balsam Street, Elmira after an extended illness. He
was a former resident and merchant at Rutland, Pa. and for several years
he conducted a retail grocery store in Water Street in Elmira. Mr. Blood
is survived by two daughters, the Misses Ruth E and Florence A Blood and
a son, Charles Humphrey Blood, all at home. The body will be removed to
the family home this morning. The funeral will be held at that place at
2. The Rev Chapman will officiate with burial in Woodlawn cemetery.
CITY CHAMBERLAIN AND CASHIER OF THE CHEMUNG CANAL BANK.
Genial Frank M. Blossom, for the past twenty years paying teller of
the Chemung Canal bank, is dead. Death came to him suddenly, almost without
warning, and was as painless as his whole life had been with out anguish,
but on the other hand every day to him seemed to be the pleasantest. Mr.
Blossom possessed a social side, that greatly endeared him to his friends.
He had always a pleasant word of greeting to the bank's patrons, and off
duty was like a boy out of school. In his nearly thirty years residence
in this city he made no enemies but constantly made friends. He had served
the city in the official capacity of chamberlain for nearly three consecutive
terms and it was noticeable that all through the bitter factional fights
his name was never mentioned except in a complimentary and respectful manner.
He was trusted with large financial responsibilities, and was ever found
faithful to every trust. He had a pleasant and well-furnished home on West
Second street and always lived well, but was too large hearted to grow
rich. What he saved is represented by, A LARGE LIFE INSURANCE amounting
to upwards of $25,000 in different companies. He was a Mason and had taken
the Knights Templar degrees, and of Ivy lodge and St. Omer's commandery;
was treasurer succeeding the late John Arnot in this capacity. About eight
or nine months ago he took a demit from all of these Masonic Societies,
and had not been identified with either since that time up to the date
of his death. He was a charter member of Elmira Lodge of ________, and
had been treasurer of this benevolent and protective order for several
years. He was also a member of Unity Lodge of the Ancient Order of United
Workman. The circumstances of Mr. Blossom's sudden death are as follows:
Wednesday afternoon after banking hours he went to Valois's barber shop
on Lake street and got shaved. He then went to Romar's clothing store on
East Water street and from this place went to Frost's jewelry store at
the corner of East Water and Lake streets, where he was fatally attacked
with apop_______. Henry Strang, the head salesman of that store, in conversation
with a Telegram Reporter,
GAVE THE FOLLOWING VERSION
Of Mr. Blossom's death: " Frank came into the store looking and apparently feeling as well as ever, in fact, he seemed to be in he best of spirits and said something about attending the B_____ Hall wedding that evening. He asked for a pair of sleeve buttons that he had left to be repaired during the day, and Mr. Reese laid them upon the showcase and then went to another part of the store for something, I don't remember now what it was. Mr. Blossom, then began rubbing his eyes and said "I feel very queer, I never felt like this before." He then went toward the mirror and looking in said " I can't understand this strange feeling, I can't see. I feel terrible." He then began to sway a little and stagger and myself and Mr. Reese went out from behind the counter and took hold of him and assisted him to a chair. He said several times " I believe I'm dying". I told Mr. Reese to hurry over and get Dr. Parkhurst, while I telephoned Mr. Arnot to come up from the bank. Dr. Parkhurst and M.H. Arnot arrived in a few moments, the doctor pronouncing it a fatal case. I asked Mr. Arnot whether I should telephone for his wife and he said " yes, by all means; do _____ as quick as possible." I do not remember how long it was but Mrs Blossom accompanied by Mr. J_____ B. Rathbone and Miss Kate McG______, arrived very soon, and _______ Mr. Blossom was breathing his last, his head having fallen upon his breast and his entire body ________ to have collapsed. Mr. Brockway, Mrs. Blossom's father, was present at almost the same time. Mrs Blossom was very calm during the _______ _______ and after death had gently closed her husband's ____________________________ life she was led away by the _________who had accompanied her and Mr. Blossom's body
WAS TAKEN IN CHARGE
by Funeral Director Z__________, and removed to the family residence on West Second street. ( The rest of this paragraph is unreadable------sorry) (following column) bank and remained in that capacity until his death. In 1885 he was elected City Chamberlain and was now serving his third term. The deceased is survived by his wife, who is the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Z. R. Brockway, and by two children, Madeline and Brockway, also by his aged mother who lives in Rochester. MR BLOSSOM'S FUNERAL
The funeral services were held at the family residence on West Second street yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock. The arrangements at the house were in charge of Funeral Director Z______and James A. Townsend, of Philadelphia, a dear friend of the family. The _______ ________ in a red cedar casket covered with _____________, with twisted silver bar __________. The face bore a peaceful and life like appearance and aside from the pallor it was difficult to think that life had departed from the genial man who, but a few days ago, was the very picture of robust health. Cut flowers literally covered the casket robbing death of its somberness by the _________ and subtle perfume. Rev. Dr. Isaac Jennings of the First Presbyterian church officiated assisted by Rev. Thomas K. ________, pastor of Park church. The house was completely filled with prominent citizens, representatives of the social, business and official life of Elmira, together with M. H. Arnot president of Chemung Canal Bank and all of the employees of that institution. Rev. Dr. Jennings opened the services with prayer and scriptural readings from the Presbyterian church form book provided for such occasions. The readings ere followed by comforting thoughts by the pastor based upon a conversation had with Mr. Blossom at one time during his busy active career, in which he had said to the pastor in speaking of his work after banking hours, that " these books must be finished today, as some one else may _______them in the morning." (next several lines are unreadable-----continued) Rev. Thomas K. Beecher spoke from the inspiration of his great heart words of comfort to the mourners and delivered a beautiful and troubling prayer on words that fell like the dew from heaven upon hearts parched with sorrow. Dr. Jennings then pronounced the benediction and the assemblage slowly retired from the house. The mourning family then took a last look at the remains and the scene was a very affecting one, especially as the widowed mother and her two little children gazed for the last time upon that noble kindly face and the closed lips from which no words of anger ever came. The pall bearers, M. H. Arnot, Captain Frederick Barker, General Charles J. Langdon, James B. Rathbone, John C. Geeves and Chauncey M.________- then took charge of the casket and placed it in the hearse. The mourners followed Mrs. Blossom leaning upon the arm of her father with the little girl, Madeline. Next came Mrs. Blossom's sister and Mr. Blossom's aged mother, with the little boy, Brockway, and took carriages provided for them. Other relatives followed and the _______ started for Woodlawn cemetery where the private burial was held, Rev. Dr. Jennings conducting the services at the grave. The magnificent floral tributes were placed upon the grave by the funeral director and all that was mortal of one of the truest men that ever lived slept under the sod to wait for the summons of the last great day when all shall be united nevermore to part, where the loved and sorrowing ones shall again be one family and sorrow is unknown. It was a sad impressive funeral at which all were sincere mourners.
BLY - PARKER, Beatrice L.
Age 89, of Spencer, died Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Elderwood,
Waverly, NY. She was born in Elmira on December 7, 1918, the daughter of
Charles V. Bly and Lillian Kriley. Bea is survived by her son, Charles
Derrick Haines, Athens, PA; and many friends. She was predeceased by her
husband, Russell Lee Parker. A funeral service will be held Wednesday,
October 29, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at Allen-Manzer Funeral Home in Spencer,
with Rev. Edwin J. Reichman officiating. Friends may call from 1 to 2 p.m.
before the service. Inurnment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/28/2008
