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history of a community. These people were the local populace at a particular
time. The people buried here knew each other, were neighbors, relatives
and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade"
or business.
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Hiram G. SAGE, a former business man at Southport Corners, died last night at 9:40 o'clock at the family home, 1001 Pennsylvania avenue, aged sixty-eight years. The decedent also was a partner with his brother, William S. Sage, in the flour mill at Bulkhead, and had conducted a general store at Southport Corners many years. He retired from business recently. Mr. Sage was a member of the South Presbyterian Church and Union Lodge, No. 95, F & A.M. of this city. He is survived by his widow and the brother, William S. Sage. Mr. Sage had been subject to a heart affection for some time past and last night as he prepared to retire for the night a heart seizure resulted and death followed in a few minutes. Dr. Stewart S. Piper was called and made a hasty response but death had resulted about three minutes before he could reach the family home. Mr. Sage was highly respected by a host of friends. The funeral will be held at the family home Tuesday at 2 p.m., the Rev, H. A. Depfer to officiate. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery
SALMON Robert W.
Age 86, of Elmira, died Sunday, October 21, 2007, at the Chemung County
Nursing Facility. Bob was born November 22, 1920, son of Pierson and Crete
Chapman Salmon. He is survived by his devoted wife of 62-years, Geraldine
Finnell Salmon; daughters and sons-in-law, Janet S. and Joseph Crowley
of Hornell, NY, Carol A. and Paul Gizzi of Fairport, NY, and Kathleen L.
and Edward Coons of Chili, NY; grandchildren, Susan (Randy) Harkenrider,
Robert (Tracy) Crowley, Stephen (Yvonne) Crowley, Kathleen Crowley and
Matthew (Christine) Gizzi; great-grandchildren, Leah and Samantha Harkenrider,
Mia and Kirra Crowley; along with special niece, Mary Ann Baker of Elmira,
with her husband, Paul, and nephew, Francis Begley of Binghamton, NY, with
his wife Sharyn. Bob was in the U.S. Army for 6-years, enlisting prior
to the start of WWII and serving through the end of the war. He was retired
from New York Telephone Co. with 38-years of service. Family and friends
are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts.,
on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A funeral service
will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at 10:00
a.m., with Father Walter Wainwright officiating. Interment, with full military
honors, will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Donations in Bob's memory may
be directed to Alzheimer's Association, 435 E. Henrietta Road, Rochester
NY 14620. Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/22/2007.
SAMPSELL Scott Age 42, of Watercure Hill Rd., Elmira, died unexpectedly on February 3, 2007. Scott is survived by his mother, Jackie Sampsell, Elmira; brother, Christopher (Sheila Doty) Sampsell, Horseheads; sisters, Robin (Mark) Stewart, Hope, Michigan, Heidi (Brian) Stalsonberg, N. Syracuse, and Amy Sampsell of Elmira; nieces and nephews, Sean Shea, Ryan Shea, Mark II, Daniel, Suzanne, and Nicholas Stewart, Corey and Jakob Stalsonberg, Gabriel and Declan Beeman; grandmother, Betty Thorne; many aunts, uncles and cousins; predeceased by his father, Charles Sampsell. Scott enjoyed music, photography, an avid Yankee fan and a faithful member of Trinity Episcopal Church. Those wishing may make a donation to the Trinity Church Memorial Fund in his memory (envelopes available at the funeral home). Family will receive relatives and friends at the Kalec Funeral Home Wednesday, February 7, 2007, from 7-9 p.m. His Funeral Mass will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in Trinity Episcopal Church (corner of Church and Main St. in Elmira). Burial at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn Cemetery.
SANGSTER - WADE
Margaret Sangster Formerly of Port Washington, NY died peacefully at
Walker Elder Suites in Edina, MN on Monday September 24, 2001 at the age
of 83. Margaret was known as "Sweet" to her family and "Maggie" to her
friends. She was the loving mother of Theodosia "Teddy" Sedgwick and her
husband Thomas of Bloominton, MN, Carolyn Wade of Tarrytown, NY, Roger
Wade Jr. and his wife Debra of Swan Lake, MT, and Alexander Wade and his
wife Anneli of Eden Prairie MN; devoted grandmother to Wade, Gregory, Courtney,
Ashli, Samantha, Shea, Jemma, Rebecca, and Nicole; proud great-grandmother
to Tommy. A 1941 graduate of Elmira College, Margaret was a champion of
education, tolerance, and goodwill. Her sensitive and open-minded nature
blessed her with life-long friendships wherever she lived. Gravesite Committal
Services will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery 1200 Walnut St. Elmira, NY on
Saturday October 6, 2001 at 11 AM with the Rev Tucker Thompson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Alzheimer's Association.
Local arrangements by the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home in Horseheads,
NY
SANTURRO - GRISWOLD
Josephine S. Formerly of Elmira, NY Age 89, of Greentree Assisted Living
in Columbus, OH, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 30, 2005, at
the Columbus Regional Hospital. Her parents were the late Nicholas and
Santurro. She married John Griswold who passed away in 1994. Loving daughter,
Sabrina Connelly of Ocala, FL; three beloved grandchildren, Pamela Gallo,
Debbie Papoutsukis and Maureen Gallo; caregivers, Jack and Joyce Carpenter
of Morgantown, IN, survives her. Her daughter, Mary Gallo, predeceased
her. Family and friends are invited to attend Graveside Services in Woodlawn
Cemetery, 1200 Walnut Street, Elmira, NY, on Tuesday, July 12, 2005, at
10:30 a.m. Deacon George Welch will celebrate Josephine's services. Arrangements
have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., Elmira, NY.
SARVEY Joseph W. "Bill"
Of Elmira, NY
Was born March 9, 1926 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Dalton V.
and Marcella S. (Smith) Sarvey, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December
11, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital at the age of 81. In 1944, Bill graduated
from Southside High School. He then proudly served his country as a Veteran
in the US Army from 1950 to 1952 during the Korean Conflict. He was a dedicated
employee of 41 years with New York State. Full-time with the Department
of Correctional Services, SUNY at Brockport, part-time with the NYS Unified
Court System and the Law Library in Elmira. There are no known relatives.
At his request, there will be no prior calling hours. Graveside Services
will be held privately in the Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements have been
entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira,
NY 14904. Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/14/2007.
CLARENCE SAUNDERS
Clarence W. Saunders, 80, of Webb Mills, NY died Thursday, November
10, 1994 at home. Mr. Saunders retired from the American LaFrance Company
in Elmira. He was a member of the Elmira Moose Club. He is survived
by daughter, Sylvia Buchanan of Endicott, NY; son, Clarence H. Saunders
of Alliance, OH; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Frances and Glen Balmer
of Gillett, PA; brother-in-law, Franklin Tillinghast; three grandchildren
and seven great-grandchildren; special friends, among them Jim and George
Petris of Gillett. He was predeceased by his wife, Florence E. Saunders,
in 1991. Funeral services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira,
NY, on November 12 with the Rev. George Evans officiating and interment
to be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Southern Tier
Hospice Inc., 244 W Water St., Elmira, NY 14901 or the American Cancer
Society, 627 W Church St., Elmira, NY 14905. (TGR, Thursday, November 17,
1994)
SAUNDERS Gerald J. Age 61, of Wellsburg, NY, passed away after a long, courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, October 1, 2006, at his home. He was born on February 13, 1945 in Elmira, NY to Ward and Julia (Lowman) Saunders Sr. Gerald is survived by his wife of 38 years, Sylvia (Bellinger) Saunders of Wellsburg; daughters, Kimberly Lockhart of Webster, NY, Joanie (Bill) Northrup of Elmira, and Jerrie (Daniel) Galbreath of Wellsburg; mother, Julia Saunders; twin sister, Judy (Jim) Ripley of Elmira; sister, Shirley Glecknor of Pine City; brothers, Donald (Francine) Saunders of TN, and Ward (Sue) Saunders of Lowman; grandchildren, Allison and Alex Lockhart both of Webster, NY, Michael Pacheco and Ethen Northrup, both of Elmira; along with several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Gerald was predeceased by his father, Ward Saunders Sr. Gerald proudly served our country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, October 4th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Calling hours will continue there on Thursday, October 5th, from 12 to 1 p.m. Funeral services will take place at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, with full military honors.
SAWYER - JABORE, Irene T.
Passed away at the Chemung County Nursing Facility after struggling
with cancer on July 11, 2008 at the age of 85. She was born April 10, 1923
in Springfield, PA, and moved to Elmira in 1943 where she has resided ever
since. She is predeceased by her husband, Nicholas Jabore; mother, Ina
Sawyer; father, Walter Sawyer; and brother, Walter Sawyer, Jr. Irene is
survived by her son, Donald Jabore of Fredericksburg, VA; her daughter,
Mary Lou Jabore of London, England; niece, Dianne Pint of Elmira; granddaughter,
Grace Jabore of San Antonio, TX; sisters, Leona Garrison, Marie Sherman,
Bonnie Ritchie; and brother, Thomas Sawyer; several nieces, nephews and
great-nieces and great-nephews. She was a self-employed seamstress until
the end of May 2008 when she fell ill with cancer. Relatives and friends
are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., Elmira on Monday, July 14th from 6 - 8 p.m. A Funeral Service honoring
Irene's life will be held after the visitation at 8 p.m. officiated by
Lay Pastor John Knapp. Mrs. Jabore will be laid to rest at 11 a.m. on Tuesday
at Woodlawn Cemetery next to her beloved husband. In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to the RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) of Chemung County,
911 Stowell St., Elmira, NY 14901 or to the American Cancer Society, 1316
College Avenue, Elmira, NY 14901. Published in the Star-Gazette from
7/12/2008 - 7/13/2008
SAXTON - MEYERS
Heath B. (Saxton) Heath Meyers, of 314 W. Washington Ave., Elmira,
NY, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 12, 2006. He is the son of Carol
and John Saxton, brother to Kevin (Beverly) Raznoff of Bath, NY. He was
predeceased by his father, M. George Meyers; brother, David Meyers; maternal
grandmother, Thelma Hill; and paternal grandmother, Ella Meyers. He is
also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and his beloved "Jan"
of Painted Post, NY. Heath was born on June 7, 1968. He was a fine young
man, having graduated recently from Alfred University with a BS in computer
technology and was pursuing this career. He graduated from Elmira Free
Academy and Corning Community College and attended SUNY Oswego. He loved
computers and games, walking and working out, and continuing his computer
skills. A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of Heath's
family. He will be buried in Woodlawn Cemetery next to his brother, David,
and grandmother, Thelma Hill. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember
Heath through donations to the Salvation Army or to someone in need during
this Christmas
SAYLES - GORDNIER Mary Helen
Loving mother and grandmother
Was born December 21, 1922 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late
Clarence and Olive M. (Updegraff) Sayles, passed away peacefully on Tuesday,
October 23, 2007, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, at the age of 84.
Her beloved husband of 48 years, Lawrence W. Gordnier; and sister, Dorothy
Sayles predeceased her. She is survived by her loving daughters and sons-in-law,
Anne and David Balch of Elmira, NY, Carole and Vincent Collins of Pine
City, NY; much loved grandchildren, Jennifer Bentley of York, PA, Jessica
and David Daniels of Dade City, FL, Kelly Collins of Endicott, NY, Casey
and Jason Willis of Rotterdam, NY; adored great-grandchildren, Brooke Bentley,
Evie and Amelia Daniels. Mary Helen was a medical secretary at the Arnot
Ogden Medical Center for many dedicated years. She was a longtime member
of the Riverside United Methodist Church where she was also very active
in the church choir. All services will be held privately at the convenience
of the family. Mary Ellen will be laid to rest privately in the family
plot in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be
directed to Project BREED {Breed Rescue Efforts & Education, Inc.},
67 Rakes Mill Road, South Shore, KY 41175, or for the Benefit of Orchard
View 2 B & C Bethany Retirement Home, 3005 Watkins Road, Horseheads,
NY 14845. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude and appreciation
to the staff at the AOMC 4 T and Bethany Orchard View 2 B for the outstanding
love and care bestowed to their mother. Arrangements have been entrusted
to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.
DANIEL W. SCHANBACHER age 89 of 34 Breesport Road Horseheads, NY passed away on March 21, 2001 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Mr. Schanbacher was born March 5, 1912 in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania the son of the late Norman and Edith Passmore Schanbacher. He was a veteran of WW II serving his country with the US Army. Dan married his wife, Nellie Pierce Schanbacher, on October 31, 1943 and they would have celebrated their 58th Wedding Anniversary on October 31, 2001. Mr. Schanbacher was a retired supervisor at Dairylea in Elmira, NY and was a member of the Teamster's Union. He attended Centenary United Methodist Church in Elmira for several years. Dan was pre-deceased by his parents, his brother, Otis Schanbacher, and two half sisters, Lois and Doris. Dan is survived by his loving and devoted wife Nellie Pierce Schanbacher; brother and sister-in-law: Merton A. & Kitty Schanbacher of Erin, NY; sisters and brother-in-law: Ruth Batley of Elmira, NY and Nola & Frank Eiser of Huntsville, Alabama; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home Mill St. & Grand Central Ave. Horseheads, NY on Sunday March 25, 2001 from 2-4 p.m. Mr. Schanbacher's Funeral and Committal Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hour with the Rev. David Hays officiating. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira, NY at the convenience of the family. The Family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mr. Schanbacher through memorials to The American Heart Association or The American Lung Association. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. –Elmira Star Gazette
SCHANLEY Harriet Age 88, formerly of W. Gray St., Elmira, NY,
died on Sunday evening, June 11, 2006. There will be no calling hours.
A graveside service will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, on Thursday,
June 15, at 2 p.m. Those wishing to attend will meet at the Walnut St.
Cemetery gate at 1:45 p.m. Rev. Dennis Christiansen officiating. In lieu
of flowers, those wishing may make donations to the First Baptist Church,
121 W. Church St., Elmira, NY 14901. She is survived by lifelong friend,
Dorothy Sullivan of Elmira; nieces, Linda Lukac of SC, Barbara Parker of
GA, Katherine Haskins of CO; nephew, George Woodbury of WA. Harriet was
a member of the First Baptist Church, YWCA Business Girls Club, and volunteered
at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She retired from New York State Electric
& Gas Corp. and Capabilities. ARRANGEMENTS BY HOLLY-KECK & BAKER,
INC. FUNERAL DIRECTORS.
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SCHIEFEN RITA M LANDON
Rita M. Age 77, of Elmira, died Friday, October 27, 2006 at Elcor Health
Services. Rita was born May 15, 1929, a daughter of Carl and Mary (Dunn)
Schiefen. She is predeceased by daughter Eileen; son Thomas; brothers,
Buddy, Lawrence and William; and sisters, Eleanor, Marjorie, Toddie, Polly
and Helen Theresa. Rita is survived by her daughters, Susan F. Johnson
of Elmira, and Mary K. Melville, with her husband Walt, of Elmira Heights;
grandchildren, Joshua Johnson with wife Susan, Margo Johnson, Amy Melville
with Matt McNeely, Stephanie Kocianski, with husband Erik, Alex Melville
with Christine LaLonde; great-grandchildren, Gretchen, Zachary and Maddy
Johnson, with their mother Kim Johnson and soon to be great-grandson Anthony
Craig Melville. Also surviving are brothers and sisters-in-law, Joseph
and Corky Schiefen of Elmira, Charles and Donna Schiefen of Pine City;
sisters, Marie Treat and Regina Dean, both of Elmira; brother-in-law Harry
Backer of Elmira; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Rita enjoyed
crafts and spending time with her grandchildren. Friends are invited to
her funeral service on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at 12:00 noon at McInerny
Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts. Interment will follow at
Woodlawn Cemetery. Donations in Rita's memory may be directed to St. Jude's
Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105. Rita's family
would like to send a special thanks to the staff at St. Joseph's Hospital
Rehab and Elcor Health Services for making Rita's last days more meaningful.
SCHLEIF, Stephen H. , Elmira Star-Gazette - June 26, 1947 Stephen H. Schleif, of 571 Post St. Wednesday, June 25, 1947. Survived by his widow, Elizabeth, three daughters: Mrs. Albert G. Meyer of Gulf Beaches, Fla; Mrs. John E. Barbar of Plainfield, N.J. and Mrs. Elision Thornton of Elmira. Two sons, Carl of Hackensach, N.J. and Harry S. of Syracuse, brother Herman of Glendale, N.J. Several grandchildren; one great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. Body at Hagerman's Funeral Home where the funeral will be held Saturday, 2pm. Reverend Paul Frohne, Woodlawn Cemetery. Submitted by Janet Loftus - Janetl1111@aol.com
SCHNECKENBERGER - HARTER, Lois J.
Age 90, of Bethany Manor, Horseheads, NY, passed away on Sunday, June
8, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital from complications due to a stroke. She
was born on June 28, 1917 in Troy, PA to the late Arthur and Nettie (Ide)
Schneckenburger. Lois is survived by her three daughters, Janet Hansen
of Elmira, Charlene Johnson of Pine City and Charlotte Sanderson of Austin,
TX; three grandchildren, Scott Hansen of Elmira, Elise Hansen and her fiancé,
Andrew Clark of Elmira and Cory Sanderson, currently serving in the Navy;
nieces, Norma (Robert) Carl and family of Elmira, Shirley Fife and family
of Elmira, Sharon (Steven) Nugent and family of Horseheads and Phyllis
West and family of GA; several other nieces and nephews, and many loving
friends and family. She was a member of the Harmony Loyal Chapter of the
Order of the Eastern Star and a member of Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist
Church. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, June 10th, from
2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services
will be held there on Wednesday, June 11th, at 10 a.m. with Pastor William
Vallet officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial
donations in Lois's name can be made to Bethany Manor, 3005 Watkins Rd.Horseheads,
NY 14845. Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/9/2008.
SCHNECKENBERGER MARY J. GEE
Mary J. Age 77, of Veteran Hill Rd., Horseheads, passed away unexpectedly
after a brief illness on Friday, Aug. 18, 2006, at Bethany Village, where
she had recently been residing. She was predeceased by her husband, Mark
W. Gee Sr. in 1986; and is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Scott
and Ann Gee of Horseheads, and Mark Gee of Elmira Heights, and grandchildren,
Alex and Meghan Gee. Mary was also predeceased by her brothers, Jack, Robert
and Donald Schneckenberger. Mary was born Nov. 16, 1928 in Elmira, NY,
the daughter of the late Edwin and Louise (Weber) Schneckenberger. As an
avid camper, Mary also remained active with her camping friends and neighbors.
She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Horseheads and
was retired from SCT Boces in Horseheads, where she was an office administrator.
Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413
So. Main St., Horseheads, on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2006, from 1-3:00 p.m.,
where her service will take place at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Robert
O. Sherburne officiating. Burial will take place privately in Woodlawn
Cemetery in Elmira.
SCHONEMANN - MRS. ELIZABETH C. CLARK
Mrs. Elizabeth C. Clark, aged thirty four years, died at the Arnot-Ogden
hospital yesterday afternoon at 5 o'clock, aged thirty-four years.
Death followed an operation for appendicitis which was performed on Monday
night. The deceased is survived by her husband, Allen H Clark, her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schonemann; two sisters, Miss Minnie
Schonemann, of Elmira, and Mrs. Mary Kline, of Corning; three brothers,
Lewis, William and Fred, all of this city. The remains were taken
to Campbell's undertaking rooms and were removed to the family residence,
No. 219 Franklin Street, this afternoon. The funeral will be held
at the home tomorrow afternoon at 3:30 o'clock, the Rev. Herbert
S. Southall officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn cemetery.
submitted by Jayne King
SCOTT - STEINER, Lucile Scott
Of Voorheesville, NY, 92, died at home surrounded by her loving family
on April 24th. Born in Elmira, NY to the late Madge and Walter Scott, Lucile
graduated from the Elmira Business Institute in 1936. She married John
Steiner the same year. She lived the majority of her life in Elmira as
a wonderful mother and homemaker. She moved three years ago to Voorheesville,
NY to live with her daughter, Madge Devine and family. Lucile is survived
by her children, Gail Haner of Hilton Head Island, SC, Madge Devine (Terence)
of Voorheesville, NY, Reid Steiner (Betsy) of Kohola Coast, Hawaii, and
Scott Steiner (Kathy) of Raleigh, NC. She is also survived by ten grandchildren,
fifteen great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild expected in
November. Her loving dogs, Chloe, Zeus, and Teddy, will miss her greatly.
The family would like to thank Fred Cardone, Lucile's neighbor in Elmira,
for his loving and devoted care. A Funeral Service will be held at St.
Matthew's Catholic Church in Voorheesville, NY on Saturday, April 26th,
at 11:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are also invited to celebrate a graveside
ceremony at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira, NY on Monday, April 28th,
at 1:00 p.m. We will meet at the Walnut St. entrance of the cemetery at
that time before processing to the gravesite together. In lieu of flowers,
please send donations to the Community Hospice of Albany County, 445 New
Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205. Published in the Star-Gazette from
4/25/2008 - 4/26/2008.
SCOPES Shirley Ann
Age 71 of Elmira Heights, NY, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2008,
at St. Joseph's Hospital after a brief illness. She was predeceased by
her parents, Edgar B. and Myrtle "Peg" (Eames) Scopes; and companion, Lenny
Besecker. Shirley is survived by her sister, Pearl Shellenberger of Elmira;
nephews, Edward J. Cook of Elmira, Raymond L. (Kathy) Cook of Horseheads;
niece, Connie (Don) Simmons of Colorado; along with several great-nieces
and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews. Shirley retired from Thatcher
Glass and Anchor Glass with over 30 years of service. It was her request
that her services be private for her family. Interment will be in Woodlawn
Cemetery. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 2/29/2008.
ACTIVE LIFE COMES TO END Fred Schornstheimer, One of City’s Most Esteemed
Business Men, Takes His Life in Fit of Despondency.
Fred SCHORNSTHEIMER, one of Elmira’s best known citizens, residing
in apartments at Lake and Clinton streets, was found dead yesterday afternoon
at his home. Mr. Schornstheimer was discovered in the bath room with his
jugular vein severed. He had taken his life with a sharp bread knife. It
is said that Mr. Schornstheimer has been despondent for some time past.
He suffered a paralytic seizure four years ago and has been in ill health
since. Three months ago Mr.Schornstheimer sustained a fractured leg as
the result of a fall down the stairs at his home. He suffered a second
paralytic attack a short time ago. Mr. Schornsteimer at one time was county
clerk. He also served as president of the Elmira Wholesale Grocery Company.
For some time he was associated with Adam Stampp in the Schornsteimer and
Stampp grocery store at Lake and Clinton streets. The business changed
hands some time ago. Mr. Schornsteimer was sixty years old. He was born
in Wells , Pa., in 1859. He is survived by two brothers, Peter Schornsteimer,
jr., of this city and Henry Schornsteimer of San Francisco, and three sisters,
Mrs. J. E. Blaise of New York city; Mrs. Carol Dobberstein of Utica, and
Mrs. Ella M. Lappe of this city. The decedent had been a member of Union
Lodge, No. 95, F & A.M. many years. Mr. Schornstheimer was highly esteemed
by a wide circle of friends. He was one of Elmira’s substantial business
men, and a loyal citizen. Ill health gradually undermined his strong constitution,
and of late of the most part he has been confined to his home. The change
from active business life had a depressing effect. Elmirans acquainted
with Fred Schornstheimer knew him to be a man of many good qualities. He
was loyal and charitable, possessing a happy nature, which endeared him
to all who had the honor of his acquaintance. The funeral will be held
at the family home Friday at 2:30 p.m. and will be private. The Rev. R.
Vieweg will officiate and burial will be in Woodlawn cemetery in the family
plot.
SCHULTZ Robert L. Age 71, of Elmira, NY. He was born January 8, 1935 in Bloomsburg, PA, son of the late Myron and Bertill (Williams) Schultz, and passed away Sunday, September 17, 2006. Family and friends are invited to his funeral service on Wednesday, September 27th, at 10 a.m. in Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
Allison "Al" SCHUTT Sr. with video tribute - www.yourtribute.com/viewtribute.asp?fh=HaugheyFH&mv=AllisonSchutt.html
Elmira, NY
Allison Lemuel (Al) Schutt Sr, 95 years formerly of 78 Winfield St,
Corning, NY went to his eternal rest, Friday, February 18, 2005 at the
Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born May 25, 1909 in Halsey Valley,
NY, the son of the late John and Coral Grover Schutt. He had attended the
Tioga Center Schools. Allison and Loretta Quail were married December 31,
1934 in Elmira, NY, celebrating 41 years of marriage prior to her death
on August 13, 1975. During his lifetime, Al had many ventures from a fruit
vendor, to a milkman (delivering by horse & wagon), to a shoe salesman,
Penn and Lehigh Valley Railroad and then was employed as a crane operator
for General Electric Foundry until he relocated in Corning in 1948. In
1949 he purchased property on Winfield Street and began a Scrap Recycling
and Used Car business, operating until his retirement in 1974. In the 50's
he also ventured into establishing a dance hall "Brookside Hall" in Tioga,
PA, promoting acts by Doug & Rusty Kershaw, Marvin Rainwater, Wilma
Lee & Stoney Cooper. Also proprietor of the Central Hotel in Corning,
NY. His interest and hobby was Race Cars. Al owned and raced cars for 17
years. He began racing in the 60's with a dirt car, racing in Chemung &
Dundee, he also ran modified (70's & 80's) at Owego and the Northern
Racing Circuit, racing with drivers; Geoff Bodine, Jimmy Spencer, Richie
Evans, Dutch Hoagg and Maynard Troyer. Noted drivers that drove for Al
were, Don Whalen, Billy Griffin, Sonny Lanford and Mike Lozier. He also
owned a late model that Freddy Quail drove. Surviving his daughter &
son-in-law; Betty & Bob Crasper of Inverness, FL, Sons & daughters-in-law;
Allison (Sonny) & Annie Schutt, Roy & Mary Schutt and Floyd &
Teresa Schutt all of Corning, NY. Also several grandchildren, great grandchildren
and great great grandchildren. Two brothers; Stanley Schutt of Savona,
NY and Phillip Schutt of Ocala, FL. Also several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by daughters; Mary Ann Schutt, Joyce Iannarilli and
Barbara Tallarida. Sisters; Mildred Mangan, Mary Worth, and brothers; Robert
Schutt, Warren Schutt and Merle Schutt.
Allison attended the Wesleyan Methodist Church, was a past member of
the Corning Lodge of the Moose, and was a social member of the Corning
VFW and member of the NASCAR Association. Allison was full of life and
his family was a very important part of his life. He enjoyed sitting around
the table telling stories of his childhood and loved listening to "Family
News". He lived for his family and friends and would do anything possible
to help those in need. He will be loved always and missed dearly. Friends
may call at the Haughey Funeral Home, 216 E. First St, Corning, NY, Thursday,
February 24, 2005 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. A Funeral Service will be held
at the Calvary Baptist Church, Gibson, NY, Friday, February25, 2005 at
10:00am, Rev. Jeffery Becker, officiating and Jamie A. Bond Vocalist. Committal
Prayers and Interment will follow at the family plot in Woodlawn Cemetery,
Elmira, NY. The family would appreciate Memorial Donations be given in
Al's name to American Cancer Society, 1400 Winton Rd. North, Rochester,
NY, 14609-5896.
SCHWEIZER Ernest Aviation Pioneer and Co-Founder of Schweizer Aircraft Corporation Age 88 of Sing Sing Rd., Horseheads passed away at home, Sunday, June 11, 2000. He is survived by his wife of over 56 years, Mrs. Eileen (Weed) Schweizer; daughters and sons-in-law, Susan & Robert Evans of Horseheads, NY, Sally & Steven Lese of Horseheads, NY and Julie & Marc Shepherd of Pine City, NY; son and daughter-in-law, Les & Bonnifer Schweizer of Cayuta, NY; grandchildren, Kristopher Evans of Horseheads, NY, Sarah (Richard) Whitson of Liverpool, NY, Shane Lese and Shelby Lese, both of Horseheads, NY, Kirsten Shepherd and Drew Shepherd, both of Pine City, NY, Tambi Schweizer of Elmira, NY, Lindsey (Gregory) Marks of Cleveland, OH and Kyle Schweizer of Cayuta, NY; great-grandson, Peter Whitson; brothers, Paul (Virginia) Schweizer of Big Flats, NY and William (Margaret) Schweizer of Elmira, NY; brother-in-law, Raphael Martinez of Horseheads, NY; along with several nieces and nephews. Ernie was also predeceased by his sisters, Helen Pataki and Emily Martinez. Mr. Schweizer was the designer and engineer of numerous Schweizer Sailplanes and Airplanes. He was President of Schweizer Aircraft Corp. since its' inception until his retirement in 1978. As a member of the Soaring Hall of Fame, Ernie has received numerous awards in the Soaring World both nationally and internationally. He was also an artist who enjoyed working with mediums of pewter, metal and wood. Some of his sculptures are still displayed throughout the County as a tribute to Aviation and Soaring. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, NY on Wednesday, June 14, 2000 from 2-4 and 7-9:00 PM. His funeral Service will take place in Horseheads First United Methodist Church, 1034 W. Broad St., Horseheads on Thursday, June 15, 2000 at 4:00 PM with the Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne officiating. Interment will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira. Those wishing to express their sympathy may do so with memorials to the American Parkinson Disease Assoc., 1250 Hylan Blvd., Suite 4B, Staten Island, NY 10305; A.O.M.C. Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY or the Multiple Sclerosis of Chemung Valley, c/o: Grace Episcopal Church, Corner of Church & Davis St., Elmira, NY 14901.
"DEATH OF FREDERICK SCHWEPPE.
His Long Illness Terminated Yesterday
Noon.
"At noon yesterday
occurred the death of Frederick Schweppe, one of Elmira's best known German
citizens
and businessmen. Mr. Schweppe had
been ill since last January and although his strong constitution and determined
will made a great struggle against death, a complication of diseases preyed
upon his vitality until he was forced to lay down the contest and quietly
passed into rest.
Mr. Schweppe was
fifty five years of age, having been born in Germany near Hanover April
4, 1837. He came to this country in July, 1865, and spent nine years in
and about New York city working at his trade as a fresco painter. In 1874
he was sent to this city by his employer to fresco the Second national
bank. Upon the completion of this work he decided to remain in Elmira and
soon established the business which has now grown to quite extensive proportions.
He was ever an upright businessman, a public spirited citizen, a courteous
gentleman and a faithful friend. He was married in Germany to Eleanore
Johansmeyer and they have had six children of whom two sons Fred, jr.,
and Henry, and two daughters, Mrs. [William] Jacob Duhl and Miss Laura,
with his wife survive him. Mr. Schweppe was a member of the Masons, I.O.O.F.,
and B.P.O.E., and the Saengerbund, all of which organizations will attend
the funeral in a body. The funeral will be held to-morrow afternoon at
2 o'clock, and will probably be in charge of the Masonic order."
Surname at birth: Schweppe. Date of
death: Sunday, Oct. 2, 1892.
Source: The Daily Advertiser, Monday,
October 3, 1892. Transcribed from microfilm by Barbara Ann Ross
Mrs Laura SCHWEPPE Lonergan.
"Mrs. Laura Schweppe Lonergan, wife of John S. Lonergan, the East Water
Street barber, died at her home, 456 Carroll Street, today. She had been
in ill health for some time. Mrs. Lonergan was formerly Miss Laura Schweppe,
a daughter of the late Fred Schweppe. She was a sister of Police Commissioner
Frederick J. Schweppe [Jr.] and Henry C. Schweppe. Her mother is still
living. She had been married about three years to Mr. Lonergan."
Birth name: Eleonore Ida Schweppe. (nickname: Laura)
Date of death: March 11, 1905.
Cause of death: phenol poisoning (suicide) (source: Woodlawn cemetery
records, family information)
Source: Elmira Gazette & Free Press, March 11, 1905.
Transcribed by Barbara Ann Ross
SCIPIO - PARKER
Betty R. Age 61, of Elmira, NY. She was born May 4, 1945 in Columbia,
SC, daughter of the late Clotel and David Scipio, and passed away Wednesday,
February 7, 2007, unexpectedly at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She is
survived by her sister, Ellweez (Walter) Scipio-Lanson of Long Island,
NY; sons, Larry (Toni) Parker, David Taylor and Michael Parker, Jr., all
of Elmira; daughter, Alice (Jemar) McCoy of Elmira; stepdaughters, Michele
(Carl) Johnson of Elmira, and Melissa Brown of Columbia, SC; 11 grandchildren,
11 great-grandchildren, along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousin and
devoted friends. Betty was a dedicated member of St. Paul's Missionary
Baptist Church. Family and friends are invited to visit St. Paul's Missionary
Baptist Church, 402 Sullivan St., Elmira, on Friday, February 16th from
10 a.m. to 12 noon. Her funeral service will be held at 12 noon. Rev. Johnny
Vaughn will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Woodlawn
Cemetery. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family.
SEAFUSE - Ruth Esther, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Merton E. Seafuse, died at the family home 524 Pennsylvania avenue Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock, aged thirteen years. She had been ill some time and every effort was made to restore her to health. The decedent was a graduate of School No. Nine last June and was of a pleasing disposition, whose death is mourned by a large circle of young friends. She is survived by her parents, a sister Hazel and a brother, Merton, Jr. The funeral will be held at the family home Tuesday at 3 p.m. The Rev. H. A. Depfer of St. Lukes’ church will officiate and burial will be in Woodlawn cemetery. (handwritten on article Sept 23, 1911)
SECHRIST CATHERINE A. ROBERTSHAW
Catherine A. Age 54, of Evergreen Lane, Erin, NY, passed away Monday,
February 26, 2007, in her home with her loving family by her side. Catherine
was born in Syracuse, NY, daughter of the late William and Beverly (Mae)
Sechrist. Survivors include her husband, Jack of 34 years; daughter, Jackie
(Sean) Greenawalt of Horseheads, NY; son, Andrew Robertshaw of Breesport,
NY; grandchildren, Alexandria and Dylan Greenawalt of Horseheads; brother,
Steve Sechrist of Elmira; brothers and sisters-in-law, Shirley Sealy of
Syracuse, Dorothy Lyon of Elmira, George (Kathy) Robertshaw of Hornell,
Daniel (Lisa) Robertshaw of Big Flats, Mary (Dale) Osterhout of Elmira,
Joseph (Gloria) Robertshaw of Elmira, and Charles (Patricia) Robertshaw
of Millport; 22 nieces and nephews; 26 great-nieces and nephews; very special
friend, Wayne Patno. Catherine was predeceased by her brother, James Sechrist;
mother and father-in-law, George (Bertha) Robertshaw. Catherine was a 1972
graduate of Horseheads High School. Catherine was a longtime member of
the Glad Tidings Christian Life Church in Horseheads, NY. Family and friends
are invited to call on Thursday, March 1, 2007, from 2-4 and 6-8 at the
James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 8 p.m. Internment
will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations can be made to American Diabetes Association, 356 North
Midler Ave., Syracuse, NY 13206.
SECHRIST, Mary Elizabeth - Mrs. Mary Elizabeth McCann of 120 Orchard Street, died Monday afternoon, July 20, 1936, following an extended illness. She was born Dec. 27, 1867, the daughter of Joel and Priscilla Sechrist of Steam Valley, Pa. Mrs. McCann is survived by her husband, John McCann, two daughters, Mrs. Lavoy Devoe, Elmira and Mrs. Leo Moore, Pine City; three sons, Charles Anderson, Elmira; George McCann, Millerton; John McCann, Elmira; two sisters, Mrs. James McCann, Wellsburg; Mrs. George Lehman, Philadelphia; three brothers, John Sechrist, Blossburg; James Krotzer, Elmira; Miles Krotzer, Williamsport. Several grandchildren and six great grandchildren also survive. The family formerly resided at Jackson Summit, Pa. The body is in the Holly funeral home where the funeral will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. The Rev. H. L. Williams, Woodlawn Cemetery. Submitted by Barb Conrad
SECHRIST –SARAH ANN SECHRIST DECKER age 95 of Bethany Court Yard, Horseheads, NY, formerly of Elmira, NY, was blessed into the beloved hands of her Lord, Wednesday, May 29, 2002 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center after a brief illness. Sarah was the beloved daughter of the late William H. and Nancy Moore Sechrist. She was born in Trout Run, PA, December 28, 1905 and she is the loving wife of the late Bruce Decker whom predeceased her in 1988. Surviving Sarah are several loving nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband, Bruce; brother, Joel, Ronald, Clifford, Victor, Grant; sisters, Lilly McCann and Beatrice Kaiser. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY, Friday, May 31, 2002 2:00 - 4:00 PM and 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be shared at the conclusion of the calling hours at 8:00 PM. The Rev. David Hayes will officiate. Interment will follow at a time convenient with the family in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Sarah was a very active and devoted member of the Centenary United Methodist Church. She was proud to be the legal secretary of the Gaylord Riggs Law Office and she was an accomplished seamstress. Flower arrangements are gratefully declined, those wishing may make memorials in Sarah's name to the Centenary United Methodist Church, 424 South Main Street, Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette
SECUNDA - MILLER
Sarah M. A resident of Elmira passed away Wednesday December 20, 2006
at St. Joseph's Hospital following an illness at the age of 92. Born in
Wallingford, CT, daughter of Paul & Elizabeth Uzoras Secunda. She was
employed for many years at the Remington-Rand. Sarah was the loving wife
of George Miller who passed away in 1986. She was a longtime member of
Bethany Lutheran Church, Elmira and enjoyed traveling, caring for her home
and crafts. Surviving is her loving family, a brother, Paul Secunda, Austin,
TX; sisters, Clara Farmer, Delta Junction, AK; and Martha Beemer, Pine
City; nieces Judith (William) Quinn, Barbara (Bruce) Dilorenzo and Cathy
Farmer; a nephew, Michael Farmer along with family and church friends which
will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway,
Southport on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 between the hours of 2 p.m.–4
p.m. A memorial service will follow at 4 p.m. Her ashes will be interred
in Woodlawn Cemetery at her families convenience. Memorial donations may
be directed to Bethany Lutheran Church, 256 Walnut St. Elmira, NY 14904
in Sarah's memory.
SEELY, Albert - Albert Seely, an old time resident of this section whose homestead is located near State Line, died at the Home for the Aged in Elmira Tuesday afternoon April 5th, aged 78 years. Mr. Seely was at one time manager of the Home for the Aged but resigned the position and returned to his home a few years ago in the spring of 1901, becoming an inmate of the same institution. His disease was cancer of the stomach and he was ill about two months. He was a man of strict honesty and integrity and was universally honored and esteemed. He leaves a wife and son, William H. Seely. The funeral was held in Elmira Thursday at two o'clock p.m.; burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.
SEGUR –EUPHEMIA ‘FAMIE’ MILDRED ANDRUS age 84 of Elmira, NY on Wednesday, March 18, 1998 at home She is survived by her daughter, Crol Mujsce of Bound Brook, NJ; son, Gerald Andrus of San Diego, CA; sister, Dorothy Williams of Canton, PA; brother, Francis Segur of Canton, PA; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Fritz Andrus and brother, James Segur; sisters, Eloise Stalker and Florence McIlwain. She was a member of the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church, was involved in numerous church activities and she also enjoyed gardening and rummage sales. Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Sunday, March 29, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. at Penna. Ave. United Methodist Church. Rev. Robert Searle will officiate. Those wishing may make memorial contributions in Famie’s name to the Penna. Ave. United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 1238 Penna. Ave., Pine City, NY. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. –Elmira Star Gazette
SEMLER Thomas J.
Age 77, of Horseheads, NY. He was born September 22, 1930 in Elmira,
son of the late Gerald and Mary Catherine (Ryan) Semler, and passed away
Thursday, September 18, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. In addition
to his parents, he was predeceased by his sons, Michael Joseph and Gerald
David Semler; and daughter, Katherine Elizabeth Semler. Tom is survived
by his wife of 55 years, Shirley (Morgan) Semler; children, Donna Pidcoe
of Millerton, PA, Gary T. Semler of Elmira, and Daniel P. Semler of Catlin;
grandsons, Joseph Pidcoe of Catlin, and Patrick Semler of Elmira; brothers,
Robert and David Semler, both of Elmira; sisters, Jeanne Bollen of Elmira,
and Mary (Chris) Shelmerdine of Baldwinsville, NY; along with several nieces
and nephews. Tom retired from Bedford Hills Correctional Facility as Food
Service Administrator. He also retired from the U.S. Army as a Sergeant
First Class after 20 years. He served one tour in Korea and two tours in
Vietnam, being awarded 2 Purple Hearts, 2 Silver Medals and a Bronze Star.
Tom was also a member of the American Legion Post 443 Elmira. Family and
friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St.
at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Monday, September 22nd, from 4 to 7 p.m.
His funeral service will be held there on Tuesday, September 23rd, at 1
p.m. Committal prayers and interment, with Military Honors, will follow
in Woodlawn Cemetery.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/21/2008
Leonard F. SEVALY died at the family home in Pine City this morning at 6 o'clock, aged seventy-two years. The decedent has resided in Pine City over 40 years and is survived by his son Henry at home and a daughter, Mrs. Jerome Smith of Elmira. The funeral will be held at the home Friday at 1 o'clock. The Rev. C. E. Ferguson of the Pennsylvania Avenue Methodist Church will officiate and burial will be in Woodlawn cemetery. (handwritten on article – June 1, 1910 – buried June 3)
The funeral of Leonard F. Sevaly will be held at the family home in Pine City tomorrow at 1 p.m. The Rev. C. E. Ferguson of the Pennsylvania Avenue Methodist Church will officiate and burial will be in Woodlawn cemetery. (handwritten on article – June 1, 1910)
SEVALY The funeral of Leonard F. Sevaly will be held at the family home in Pine City tomorrow at 1 p.m. The Rev. C. E. Ferguson of the Pennsylvania Avenue Methodist Church will officiate and burial will be in Woodlawn cemetery. (handwritten on article – June 1, 1910)
SEVERANCE - PARMELEE, Violet Jean (Severance)
Of Elmira, NY, Was born March 25, 1925 in Montdale, PA, the daughter
of the late Leo G. and Ethel (Miller) Severance, went home to be with her
Lord on Saturday, August 30, 2008, at the age of 83. Her parents, Leo and
Ethel of Hornell; husband, Eugene H. Parmelee; son, Ronald Parmelee; brothers,
Robert and Richard; sister, Marge; and granddaughter, Shannon, all predeceased
her. She is survived by her beloved children, Sheri Bollen of Elmira, NY,
Jeff Parmelee of North Carolina, Kathy (Jim) Voorhees of Lowman, NY, Pam
(John) Pepper of Elmira, NY; sister and brother-in-law, Leona (George)
Fronk of Hornell, NY; along with 11 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren
and 14 great-great-grandchildren. Violet was a strong, proud, independent
woman who raised 5 children and her grandson, Konrad by herself! She had
a great sense of humor and was loved by all and will be deeply missed.
Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.,
1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Wednesday, September 3, 2008, from
3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Funeral services honoring her life will follow the visitation.
(5 p.m.) The Reverend David Daniels will celebrate Violet's service. Interment
will take place privately in the Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of
the family. Memorial donations will be accepted to offset the cost of Violet's
headstone. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/1/2008
Mrs. Effie SEYMOUR Clinton of 52 Dewitt avenue, died this morning at 6:30 o'clock at the family home. She is survived by a daughter, Viola; a son, Walter; three brothers, Charles, Edward and Wayde Knoll. The decedent was the mother of Conrad Clinton, the little boy, who was electrocuted by an electric live wire at the power plant on East Water Street, May 2. The funeral will be held at the home Thursday at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Roy Weakland of Horseheads will officiate. Burial in Woodlawn cemetery. (handwritten on article 1923)
SEYMOUR William H. "Bill" Age 87, of Race Street, Elmira, NY, passed away on Monday, June 26, 2006, at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was born on June 15, 1919 in Horseheads to the late John and Augusta (Juston) Seymour. Bill was predeceased by his wife, Gladys Seymour in 2000. He is survived by his sons, William (Patricia) Seymour Jr., Gary (Patricia) Seymour both of Elmira, James (Sharon) Seymour of Waverly and Jack Seymour and friend, Marie Hazlett of Pine City; daughters, Norma (Anthony) Ruth, Judy (James) Powers and Janet Walburn all of Elmira; 24 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and longtime neighbor and friend, Bob Pierson. Bill was a member of the Eagles Club, Moose Lodge and the American Legion Bentley Post #443. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, June 28th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place there on Thursday, June 29th, at 1 p.m., with Pastor David Sullivan officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery with Full Military honors.
SHAPPEE - LITTLE
Frances M. 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 Horrace Stoddard officiating.
Graveside services will take place at the family's convenience in Woodlawn
Cemetery, Elmira.
SHAYLOR
Norman Gerald Loving father and grandfather A resident of Elcor Health
Services and former resident of Waneta Lake, passed away on Friday, March
2, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital at the age of 88. His loving wife of
67 years, Vada Goodwin predeceased him on May 17, 2006. Norman is survived
by his son and daughter-in-law, Norman C. and Carol Lou Shaylor; daughter
and son-in-law, Sandra and Lawrence Williams; grandsons, John, Randy, and
Jeffrey Shaylor; Robert and Gerald Williams; great-grandchildren, Christi,
Tyler, Shawn, Adam, Nicole, and Megan Shaylor. Norman was a Veteran of
the U.S. Army proudly serving his country from 1944 to 1946 during WWII.
For his meritorious service he received the Bronze Star and the Purple
Heart. A gathering of family and friends will take place on Saturday, May
12, 2007, at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira,
NY 14904, at 1:00 p.m. to honor Norman's life. The Reverend Chris Curry
will celebrate his services. Interment will follow in the Woodlawn Cemetery
where the Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad will accord Mr. Shaylor full
Military Honors. The family will provide their own flowers. In lieu of
flowers, memorial donations may be directed to a charity of one's choice.
MAX C. SHEDDEN
Max C. Shedden, 61, Horseheads, NY died October 7, 1990. Mr. Shedden
owned and operated Shedden's Small Engine Repair in Horseheads for many
years. He is survived by good friend, Loraine Kennedy with whom he resided;
son and daughter-in-law, Max Jr. and Fritzi Shedden; brother and sister-in-law,
Arthur and Suzanne Shedden of Owego, NY; sisters, Eleanor Comstock of Candor,
NY and Grace Rogers of Canton, PA; sisters and brothers-in-law, Geraldine
and Robert Haner of Candor, NY, Hazel and Edward Saunders of Canton, PA,
Irene and Kenneth Shedden of Canton, PA, Alice and Clifford Williams of
Tioga Center, NY, and Dorothy and Howard Kithcart of Troy, PA; two grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his parents and three brothers, Gerald, Harold and
Howard Shedden. Services were held at the Barrett Funeral Home in Horseheads
on October 9 with burial to be in Woodlawn Cemetery. (TGR, Thursday, October
11, 1990)
LAWRENCE B. SHEIVE, age 94 of Elmira, NY, passed away on Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at home. He was born on November 28, 1906 in Job's Corners, PA, a son of the late George W. and Amy Blanche (Wright) Sheive. Lawrence was a self employed carpenter and painter. He was the widower of Edna Sheive, with whom he celebrated 55 years of marriage before she passed away in 1985. Lawrence was a member of the South Creek Evangelical Free Church. He was one of the five oldest licensed pilots in the United States. Lawrence was a long standing member of the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 533, and the OX-5 Club. He is survived by his daughters, Doris (William) Nelson of Elmira, NY and Blanche (Ronald) Derr of Elmira, NY; grandchildren, Scott (Deborah) Nelson of Yakima, WA, Rhett (Theresa) Nelson of Elmira, NY, Rene (Nicholas) DiBartolemo of Elmira, NY, Debra Daughtery of Odessa, NY and Donna Derr of Nashville, TN; 14 great grandchildren; 2 great-great- grandchildren; brother, Harold (Lillian) Sheive of Webb Mills, NY; several nieces and nephews; and many devoted friends and neighbors. In addition to his parents and wife, Lawrence is predeceased by his brother, William Edson Sheive; sister, Mabel Gaige; stepbrothers, Frank and Jerd Sheive. Friends are invited to call at Roberts Funeral Home, 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY on Friday, March 23, 2001 from 2 to 4 PM and from 6 to 8 PM. The funeral and service will follow at 8 PM a the funeral home with the Reverend Steve Edwards officiating. A private interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY. The family will provide flowers and kindly request that memorial contributions in Lawrence's name to be send to the South Creek Evangelical Free Church, Southern Tier Hospice, or to the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 533 –Elmira Star Gazette.
The funeral of Frank SHEPERD was held this afternoon at the family home at Mosherville, Pa. Burial was in Woodlawn cemetery in this city. The decedent is survived by his widow, two daughters, Mrs. Viola Drake and Miss Dorothy Sheperd at home; three brothers, George and Fred Sheperd of Elmira and Augustus Sheperd of Corning; two sisters, Mrs. Belle Lewis of Elmira Heights and Mrs. Alice Backer of Waverly. (handwritten on article Aug. 14, 1920)
Mrs. Olive SHEPERD Young died this morning at 5:45 o'clock at the family home at Pine City, aged eighty-three years. The decedent is survived by her husband, Charles Young; two daughters, Mrs. Alice Backer of Waverly and Mrs. Isabella Lewis of Elmira Heights; four sons, George Shepherd of Elmira, Augustus Shepherd of Corning, Fred Shepherd of Bulkhead and Frank Sheperd of Millerton, Pa. The first husband of the decedent was Augustus L. Shepherd, who died several years ago. About six years ago she was united in marriage with Charles Young, who survives her. Mrs. Young was a woman of kindly ways and a wife and mother who ever was watchful over the needs and cares of her family and friends. In times of need and sympathetic attention Mrs. Young was the friend on whom her friends could ever depend for attention and assistance. The funeral will be held at the family home Sunday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Charles Henry of the Pine City Baptist Church to officiate. Burial will be in Woodlawn cemetery. (handwritten on artic
SHEPHERD, William Edgar - William Edgar Shepherd of 16 East Sixty-ninth Street and Narragansett Pier, R.I., died in a private hospital in New York City Tuesday. While at the Briarcliff Lodge with his wife he had an apoplectic seizure on Christmas Day and shortly afterward was removed to New York. Mr. Shepherd was born in Elmira in 1850 and was the son of George and Charlotte Capron Shepherd. He was devoted to music and was a director of the New York Symphony Society. Mr. Shepherd is survived by his widow, who was Miss Cellie Moore Gwynne, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Abram Gwynne , also by a son , William E. Shepherd, Jr. and a daughter, Mrs. Ernest Harrah. Private funeral services will be held Friday morning in St. James Church, Madison Avenue and Seventy-first Street, New York City. The burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, New York.
SHERANT - RUSCZAK
Veronica M. SHERANT Elmira resident Age 82 of 328 West Center
Street, died Friday June 30, 2000 at Schuyler Hospital following a brief
illness. Mrs. Rusczak was born in Arnot, PA on March 8, 1918, and the daughter
of the late Walter and Katherine Gublo Sherant. She was a member
of St. Casimir's Church and the White Eagles Society. She was retired from
the Ann Page Processing Plant. Veronica is survived by her son Charles
and his wife Linda of Horseheads, and son Philip and Bonnie of Elmira;
Four grandchildren: Michael Rusczak of North Carolina, Christopher Rusczak
of Minnesota, Jeffrey Rusczak of Michigan, and Suzanne Rusczak of Horseheads;
Three great-grandchildren: Ryan Rusczak of Elmira, Tiana and Brandi
Rusczak of Minnesota; Sisters: Frances Schiefen, Josephine Welch, and Tillie
LaComb all of Elmira and Theresa Touchette of East St. Louis, Illinois;
several nieces and nephews. Friends and relatives are invited to call at
the James D. Barrett Funeral Home at 1004 Lake Street Elmira, New York
on Saturday July 1, 2000 from 2-4PM, funeral service will be held at the
conclusion of the calling hours, Deacon George Welch officiating. Interment
at Woodlawn Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family.
KENNETH J. SHERWOOD age 73 of 5181 Middle Rd., Horseheads Friday, September 16, 1988. Friends may call at Don Kalec Funeral Home Monday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. with funeral service immediately following (I p.m.), the Rev. David Allmleaf, pastor of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, officiating. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. Survived by wife of 14 years, Marie Whirt Sherwood; sons and daughters-in-law, Vaughn and Elaine Sherwood of Elmira, Kenneth and Joann Sherwood of Caton, NY; stepdaughters and sons-in-law, Sandra and Harry VanHorn of Watkins Glen, Anita and Michael Hesser of Horseheads, Joanne and Carlyle Ripley of Horseheads; daughter-in-law, Carol Sherwood of Horseheads; 9 grandchildren; brothers and sisters-in-law, Thomas and Gertrude Sherwood of Coopers Plains, Paul and Anna Sherwood of Campbell, NY, Larrie and Anna Sherwood of Coopers Plains; sisters and brothers-in-law, Joyce and Daniel Schlagel of Rochester, NY, Ruth Comstock of South Corning, Freida Smith of Coopers Plains; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Robert Sherwood in 1987. Mr. Sherwood was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, a retired foreman from F.M. Howell Co. with 25 years of service, veteran of World War II U.S. Army #661 Infantry Division, member of the 25 Year Club of F.M. Howell Co. Donations to our Savior’s Lutheran Church in his name would be appreciated. –Elmira Star Gazette
SHORT Alfred J. 'Mike' Southport
Resident Age 73, died peacefully on Monday, August 29, 2005, at his home
in Pine City, NY. Alfred was born in Elmira Heights, NY on September 11,
1931, the son of the late Alfred B. and Myrtle (Regina) Short. He graduated
from Southside High School in 1949 and attended SUNY at Albany, NY. In
his earlier years, he was a member of the International Union of Operating
Engineers Local # 832 and was employed at the Haskell and Dalrymple Construction
Companies as an equipment operator. Before his retirement in 1999, he was
employed by Chemung County Solid Waste Services. Alfred had attended several
area churches, serving in music ministry for the majority of his life.
He was most currently attending Pine City Baptist Church. Alfred was also
a member of the Chemung County Choral Society for many years. His love
for classical music led him to sing at nearly any opportunity. He enjoyed
traveling and sharing his experiences. He was also well known in Webster,
FL, where he would spend his winters with his wife, friends, and family,
awaiting the return of spring. While in Webster, Mike and Shirley were
actively involved with the First Baptist Church. His first wife, Marcia
J. Short of Pine City; and his son, Jeffery Evan Short, predeceased him.
Surviving him in this life are his loving wife, Shirley J. (Burt) Short,
who devoted herself to his care and comfort throughout his illness; beloved
family, to whom he left wonderful memories and a legacy of love, including
children, Alan and Giang Short of Boston, MA, Dan Short and Julie Upham
of Gillett, PA, Dave and Shari Short of North Little Rock, AR, Chris and
Mary Short of Meridian, MS; step-children, Cathy Shepard of Snellville,
GA, Linda Seymour of Elmira, NY, Margaret (Peggy) Pease of Pine Lake, GA,
Cindy and Steve Greger of Pine City, NY, Willard and Mary Pease of Elizabethtown,
KY; sister, Bonnie and her husband, Richard Cleaveland of Inverness, FL;
sisters-in-law, Majol Place of Elmira, NY, Mary Burt and Barbara Boyce,
both of Pine City, NY; grandchildren, Evan Short; Ladaria and Angel Morgan,
Angela, Travis, and Heather Short, Crystal, Kelly, Randy, and Michael Eskew,
Phillip, Steven, and Cody Tew; step grandchildren, Darcy, Jamie, and Sara
Shepard, Amy and Rich Davis, Andrew and Joseph Seymour, Jessica Greger;
and great-grandchildren, Brittney Tew, Jared Watts, and Hope Marie Eskew;
along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, many friends, and his
canine companion, 'Pepper'. Family and friends are invited to call at the
Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Wednesday,
August 31, 2005, from 3 to 5 p.m., with funeral services immediately following
at 5 p.m. Rev. Horace Stoddard from the Pine City Baptist Church will celebrate
Mike's life. Interment will be held privately at the convenience of the
family in the Woodlawn Cemetery. The family offers the most sincere thanks
to Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative Care for the assistance given to
Mike and his family, and suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations
be made to the Hospice at 11751 E. Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830.
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