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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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WICH Robert E.
Of State Route 228, Alpine, NY, died April 10, 2008 at Arnot Ogden
Medical Center, Elmira, NY. He was born in Elmira, NY, on June 2, 1923,
the son of the late Frederick and Lillian Giesa Wich. He is survived by
his children, Robert and Mary Jo Wich of Painted Post, NY, Diane and James
Benjamin of Alpine, NY, and Steven and Katherine Wich of Alpine, NY; grandchildren,
Wendy (Sherwood) Underdown, Michael (Angie) Benjamin, Joann Wich, Steven,
Brian and Laura Wich; great-grandchildren, Alexandria and Jesse Underdown,
Jordyn Manzer and Orrey Benjamin; brother, Roger (Nancy) Wich of Elmira,
NY; sister-in-law, Alma Wich of Rochester, NY; along with several nieces,
nephews and cousins. Mr. Wich is predeceased by his wife, "Prudy" in 1995
after 52 years of marriage; brothers, Fred (Hap), Jack and Charles; and
his sister, Betty. Mr. Wich retired in 1985 from Courser, Inc., Big Flats,
NY, as a Master Tool & Die Maker. He was a member of the Mecklenburg
United Methodist Church and was a faithful member of the Cole-Hansonberger-Deland
American Legion Post #676, Odessa, NY. Mr. Wich served his country during
WWII in the European Theater. Bob took great pride in his family, home
and farm. The family will receive relatives and friends at the Vedder and
Scott Funeral Home, 534 Church Street, Odessa, NY, on Sunday, April 13,
2008, between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. His funeral service
will be held at the funeral home on Monday at 10:00 a.m. The Rev. Jeannie
Bleiler will officiate. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira,
NY, where full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Wich. Expressions of
sympathy may be directed to the American Legion Post #676, Odessa, NY.
The family of Mr. Wich would like to thank the Staff on Floor 3C at Arnot
Ogden Medical Center for the wonderful and compassionate care of their
father. Published in the Star-Gazette on 4/12/2008.
WICKS –MADELINE MARIE WICKS DICKERSON age 92, of Elmira, NY, passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at Elcor Health Services. She was born on September 5, 1913 in Savona, NY. Madeline is the wife of the late Theus F. Dickerson. Four children, 18 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren survive her. Madeline was an associate member of the Elmira Wesleyan Church. It was Madeline's request that there be no calling hours and a private graveside service be held at the convenience of the family. (Supposed to be buried at Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY with her husband.) –Elmira Star Gazette
WILCOX – The Elmira Advertiser - Thursday Morning - April 26,
1917 - Page 7
Bird F. Wilcox
Bird F. Wilcox died yesterday morning at his home in this city, aged
fifty-five years. He is survived by his wife and two brother, Theodore
and Fred, of this city. The funeral announcement will be made later.
WILCOX
The Elmira Advertiser - Friday Morning - April 27, 1917 - Page 2
Bird F. Wilcox
Bird F. Wilcox died Wednesday morning at the family home in East Elmira,
aged 55 years. He is survived by his widow and two brothers, Theodore
and Fred, of this city. The funeral will be held this afternoon at
the Woodlawn chapel at 2 o’clock, Burial will be in Woodlawn.
WILCOX - Harriet W. - Mrs. Harriet W. Darrow, 45, of Mansfield died Wednesday, Jan. 13, 1937. She was born in Arnot Mar. 31, 1891, and in 1920 married James A. Darrow and resided in Niagara Falls until 1929 when the family moved to Covington. In October, 1935, she came to Mansfield. She was a member of the Arnot Presbyterian Church. Besides her husband, she is survived by two children, James A. Darrow Jr. and Gladys Emily, at home; her father, Andrew Wilcox, of Arnot; three sisters, Mrs. Edward Watkins of Arnot, Mrs. C. W. Emmert of Middletown, Pa., and Mrs. Harold Dailey of Blossburg, and a brother, Frank Wilcox, of Williamsport. The funeral will be held at the Wilcox home in Arnot Friday at 2 p.m., the Rev. David J. Griffiths of the Mansfield Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be in Arbon Cemetery, Blossburg. Submitted by Barbara Conrad
WILCOX MAUREEN J. WEAVER
Maureen J., Age 68 of Elmira, NY died August 8, 2007 at the Arnot-Ogden
Medical Center. Maureen was born on June 23, 1939 in Elmira to Sarah and
Harry Wilcox. She has now joined her son Michael, who died of leukemia
in 1986 and grandson William, stillborn in 2001 in eternal peace. She was
predeceased by her sister Frances (Wilcox) Wolfe and brothers Richard,
Robert and Lawrence Wilcox. She is survived by her loving husband, Francis
"Mickey" Weaver; daughters, Cassandra (Doug) Hotchkiss and Cynthia (Donald)
Wida; grandchildren, Morgan, Aaron, Julia, Elise and Corinne; sister, Shirley
Mitchell; sisters-in-law, June and JoAnne Wilcox, Mary Harrison, Bernice
and Margaret Weaver and friend of the family Mary Humpton; brothers-in-law,
David (Mary Jane) and Anthony Weaver; many nieces, nephews, grand nieces
and grand nephews; and very special friends, Aurora and Debbie. Maureen
graduated from Harpur College and received her Master's from Elmira College.
Together with her husband, they founded the Twin Tier Racquet Club in 1974.
She served as president of Compassionate Friends, was an avid gardener
and restored several houses to their original splendor. Her greatest passion
was her grandchildren whom she loved with all of the essence of her being.
She bravely survived brain aneurysm surgery, the loss of her precious son
and grandson and metastatic cancer for over six years. Visitation will
be at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens on Saturday, 5-8 p.m. with burial
in Woodlawn Cemetery. Donations to Hospice of the Southern Tier are appreciated
in lieu of flowers.
WILKINS - George V. Wilkins- George V. Wilkins died this morning at 2:35 o'clock at the family home, 223 Steuben Street, Corning after a brief illness of pneumonia. Mr. Wilkins, was born in Canton, Feb. 16, 1876/ He was a son of Henry D. and Martha Glover Wilkins and had resided nearly his entire life at Pine City, except for the past four years, when he resided in Corning. He married Miss Sadie E. Hoffman, Nov. 4, 1908 in Pine City. Mr. Wilkins was a member of the Charles G. Fairman Lodge, I. O.O.F. of Pine City and the Rebekah Lodge, of Pine City. He is survived by his widow, a brother, Henry E. Wilkins, 103 Hazel Street, Elmira The funeral will be held at the family home in Corning, Wednesday, at 1 p.m. The Rev. E. J. Stewart of the First Presbyterian Church, Corning, Will officiate. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira
WILKINS Jonathan J. "Jon"
Age 53, died Thursday, October 11, 2007 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center.
Jon was born October 24, 1953, son of the late James H. and Ann Guinane
Wilkins. He is also predeceased by an infant son, Jonathan James Wilkins.
Jon is survived by his sons, Anthony J. Wilkins of Wilmington, NC with
wife, Catherine, Gabriel J. Wilkins of Campbell, NY, and Bartholomew D.
Wilkins of Gillett, PA with fiancée Erica Fitzwater; 5 grandchildren;
sisters and brothers-in-law, Judy and Ray Bellows of Bentley Creek, PA,
and Sandra and Dennis Crawford of Avoca, NY; former wife, Nancy Wilkins
of Athens, PA; step-mother, Firmina Sweeney Wilkins of Pine City; along
with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Also surviving
are his life long friend, James Blake of Bentley Creek, PA, and his beloved
canine companion, "Buster". Jon had a life long love of cars and worked
as an auto body technician for a number of years. His sons inherited their
dad's love of cars. At the age of 40 Jon returned to school and earned
his Bachelor's and Master's of Science in Social Services from SUNY Binghamton.
He spent many years as a Mobile Therapist in the Southern Tier of New York
and the Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. His work, both on and off the job,
was devoted to helping troubled youth. An avid outdoorsman, Jon enjoyed
hunting and fishing. A doting grandfather, Jon loved to spoil his grandchildren.
Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water
and Walnut Sts., on Sunday October 14, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
A funeral service will follow at 5:15 p.m. Interment will take place on
Monday, October 15, 2007 at Woodlawn Cemetery at 12:00 noon. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 10/13/2007.
WILLIAMS - Elmira Star-Gazette, Dec.23, 1944: "Mrs.Catherine A. Hollenbeck of 559 Post St., widow of John W. Hollenbeck, died on Friday, Dec.22, 1944. She is survived by daughter Mrs. Belle Smith of Elmira; sons Howard Hollenbeck of Elmira and Bert Wilson of Baltimore; sisters Mrs. Rose Tompkins, Mrs. Mary Surmany, Mrs. Martha Hixon, all of Wilkes-Barre, PA; three grandchildren, five greatgrandchildren. The body is at Charles F. Hughes & Son Funeral Home and will be taken to the family home late Saturday where the funeral will be held Tuesday, 3:30 pm. The Rev. Henry White will officiate. Burial at Woodlawn Cemetery." Note: Catharine Ann Williams was the daughter of Hugh William and Rebecca Davis, both immigrants from Wales. Catherine was born outside Scranton, Pa. and lived there until 1923 when she joined her daughters in Elmira. Son Bert Wilson was born before her marriage to John Hollenbeck. The family story was he was the son of a wealthy man. I always wondered if great grandma was working as a maid in the home of a wealthy Scranton family and taken advantage of by their son. Another mystery to solve. He married but died without issue, so no descendants to query. Nancy Long (glong555@aol.com)
WILLIAMS - RYERSON, June Williams
Age 90, of Elmira, died at her home on Sunday, June 8, 2008. June was
born June 16, 1917 in Farmersville, NY a daughter of Alfred J. and Wilhelmina
K. Williams. She was predeceased by her husband of 68 years, Elbert "Bert"
W. Ryerson, in September of 2007, and her sister, Theo Williams Pyle. She
is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Kristen Ryerson and Edgar Jorolemon
of Williamson, NY; son and daughter-in-law, David and Sharon Ryerson of
Corning, NY; grandchildren; Jeffrey Jorolemon, Jeremey (Christine) Jorolemon,
Annette (Matthew) Maas, Pamela Jorolemon, Scott Ryerson, and Brent Ryerson;
great-grandchildren, Alex Jorolemon, Ashley and Austin Maas, Sylvia Neill,
and Abigail Jorolemon. June was a 1937 Graduate of Cornell University.
She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church since 1940. She was active
in numerous church and community organizations, including the Wednesday
Morning Club and the Thursday Morning Musicales. It was June's request
that there be no prior calling hours. A Memorial Service will be held on
Friday, June 13, 2008 at 12:00 noon in First Presbyterian Church of Elmira.
A private family interment will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery. Donations
in June's memory may be directed to The Ryerson Fund for Christian Education
of the First Presbyterian Church of Elmira, 1054 W. Clinton Street, 14905,
or Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative Care, 11751 E. Corning Road, 14830.
Arrangements by McInerny Funeral Home, Elmira, NY. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 6/11/2008.
WILLIAMS - MARVIN
Ellen E. Age 67, of Elmira, NY. She was born February 17, 1939 in Riverdale,
MD, daughter of the late Frank and Lillian (Terry) Williams, and passed
away Wednesday, February 22, 2006, at St. Joseph's Hospital after a brief
illness. She was predeceased by her parents; husband, Richard in 2002;
and brother, Edward Williams in 1988; and is survived by her daughter and
son-in-law, Margaret and James Crum of Stafford, VA; son and daughter-in-law,
Joseph and Barbara Manikowski of Covington, PA; grandchildren, Kelley Crum
(Aaron Dent), Nathan (Danyelle) Crum, Krista and Kyle Manikowski; great-grandchildren,
Jacob, Madison, Jenna and Emma; sister and brother-in-law, Nancy and Charles
Wilson of Elmira; brother and sister-in-law, Frank and Ruth Williams of
Harrisburg, PA; along with several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Marvin enjoyed
arts and crafts, especially quilting. Family and friends are invited to
visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira,
on Friday, February 24th, from 6 to 8 p.m. Prayers will be offered there
on Saturday, February 25th, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at 10 a.m. in Ss. Peter & Paul Church. Rev. Walter L. Wainwright,
Celebrant. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
WILLIAMS Franklin W. Of 147 W. Gray St., Elmira, NY. He was born August 17, 1925 in Elmira, son of the late Franklin and Erma (Coe) Williams and passed away peacefully Thursday, March 15, 2007, at home after an extended illness. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Ella, with whom he celebrated 60 years of marriage in August. He is also survived by his children, Donna (Michael) Spaziani, John (Lorraine) Williams, Judy (Thomas) Johnstone and Karen Rohde (Joe Cavallaro); his loving grandchildren, Kim (Jeff) Granger of Horseheads, Kristie (Bill) Finnerty of Elmira, Stacey (Aaron) Turnier and Wendy Johnstone, all of Las Vegas, NV, Jackie Rohde of Cortland, NY, Jeff Rohde of Seattle, WA, Eric and Jillian Williams, both of Elmira; great-grandchildren, Zacary, Jenna and Lucas Granger, Abbie and Daniel Finnerty, Hayden Turnier, Maddyn Johnstone-Thomas, Jessica Rohde and Jacob Lord; sisters, Shirley (Frank) Bauer of Horseheads, Marilyn (Robert) Ruggles of Donna, TX; along with several nieces and nephews; and special neighbors, Sharon Tallo and Karen Queen. Frank retired from Hardinge, Inc., and was an active member of the First Baptist Church. He devoted his time to his children, serving on the P.T.A. and as president of Small Fry where he was active as a coach and later as an umpire for softball, baseball and fast pitch. In later years he enjoyed playing golf and spending time with his great-grandchildren. He will always be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a proud member of the United States Marine Corps and participated in the ceremony at the surrender of the Japanese Military Forces in China in October 1945. He was a member and served as an honor guard with the Marine Corps League, E.J. Brewer Detachment. One of his proudest moments was serving as Grand Marshall for the 2006 Elmira Memorial Day parade. Frank touched the lives of many. He will be greatly missed. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, March 18th from 3 to 6 p.m. His funeral service will be held on Monday, March 19th at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church, 121 W. Church St., Elmira. Rev. Dennis Christiansen will officiate. Committal prayers and interment, with Military Honors, will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
WILLIAMS - BUTLER
Harriet Elizabeth Age 95, of the Heritage Nursing Home in Athens, passed
away Sunday, October 2, 2005, at the nursing home. A longtime Elmira resident,
she was born June 6, 1910 in Owego, NY, the daughter of the late Charles
and Harriet Lewis Williams. She retired from Bendix/Facet Enterprises in
1975 and helped with the Artic League for many years. She is survived by
a sister, Florence Spriggs of Nashville, TN; sister-in-law, Dorothy Williams;
and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, William
Joseph Butler; sister, Edith Cheeks; and brothers, Clarence, Stuart and
George Williams; sister-in-law, Mary Ann Williams. Friends and family may
call at the Kalec Funeral Home, 705 E. Church St., Elmira, NY on Thursday,
October 6, 2005, from 12 Noon to 1 p.m. with Funeral Services to follow
at 1 p.m. with Rev. John Spriggs officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn
Cemetery in Elmira.
WILLIAMS Jane
CAMPBELL Jane W. Age 82, of Burtonsville, MD, formerly of Elmira, NY,
passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2006, in Burtonsville, MD. She was born
April 8, 1923 in Elmira, daughter of the late Jesse and Rose (Harrisson)
Williams, Sr. She married Arthur Campbell. Jane was predeceased by her
brother, Jesse Williams, Jr. She was the devoted mother of Carolyn Jordan,
JoElla Robinson, Dorcas, Basil and LeeRoy McClain. Jane was the loving
and proud grandmother of Winter and Crystal Jordan, Michael and Bernice
Robinson, Cassandra, Cristian, Gregory, Matthew and Brandon McClain. She
will be missed by her sons-in-law, Michael Robinson and Lavern Manigault;
daughters-in-law, Gail and Barbara McClain; her Aunt Louise Ellis; a cousin,
Melvin Christie; best friend, Alberta Sweeting; Goddaughter, Tracy Brown;
several nieces, nephews and many friends. Jane was known for her talented
culinary skills and gracious home entertaining of family and friends. She
formerly worked for Honorable Judge Charles Swartwood, St. Patrick Convent
and the Chemung County Office of the Aging. She was a former foster parent
with the Elmira Glove House, a former YWCA board member and was active
in area voting. She attended All Saints Home C.O.G.I.C. and later the former
Minnie L. Floyd A.M.E. Zion Church. Family and friends are invited to visit
Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave. on Friday,
March 24th, 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. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may
remember Jane through donations to Frederick Douglass Memorial A.M.E. Zion
Church, 402 Madison Ave., Elmira, NY 14901.
WILLIAMS MARGARET E. MAKRES
Margaret E. - Age 94, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Thursday, April
26, 2007, at Tioga Nursing Facility. She was born in Morris Run, PA on
September 15, 1912, the daughter of the late Charles F. and Olive Boyd
Williams. Margaret is survived by her daughter, Donna (Robert) McConnell;
special grandchildren, Susan Makres Peet (Phil) of Casselberry, FL, Robert
Makres (Holly) of Newport Richey, FL; stepgrandchild, Brian McConnell (Amy);
three wonderful great-grandchildren, Zack and Amanda Makres and Benjamin
McConnell. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald Makres; son, Thomas
F. Makres; sisters, Janet Warner and Betty Murphy. Honoring her wishes,
there will be no prior calling hours. A Memorial Graveside Service will
be on Friday, May 11, 2007, at 2:00 p.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira,
NY. Memorial donations in Margaret's name may be made to the American Red
Cross, Steuben Chapter or Chemung County Humane Society and SPCA. The family
wishes to thank the staff of Tioga Nursing Facility for the wonderful care
and kindness given to Margaret. Arrangements entrusted to Olthof Funeral
Home, Inc
WILLIAMS Michael Glen
Age 48, of Elmira, NY. He was born October 11, 1959 in Elmira, the
son of William B. and Melvina (Newport) Williams, and passed away Friday,
December 7, 2007 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center after an extended illness.
He was predeceased by his sisters, Barbara and Mary Ann; and brother, Mark
Williams; and is survived by his sons, Mark T.J. Williams of CA, and Michael
Williams, Jr. of Elmira; parents William and Melvina Williams of Elmira;
sisters, Deborah L. Williams, Nellie Harris, both of Havlock, NC, Mona
Williams of Syracuse; brothers, William Williams, Jr. of Buffalo, NY, Roddy
Williams of Jacksonville, FL, and Mitchell Williams of Elmira; his companion,
Romaine Solomon of Elmira; niece, Bavan Williams; and nephew, Jeffrey Williams,
both of Buffalo; along with a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and
cousins. Michael was a self-employed contractor in NC. Family and friends
are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira, on Friday, December 14th from 10 to 11 a.m. His funeral service
will be held at 11 a.m. Rev. Johnny Vaughn will officiate. Committal prayers
and interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 12/12/2007.
WILLIAMS Mildred (Big Ma) Age 82, of Elmira, NY. She was born August 22, 1923 in Dublin, GA, daughter of the late Sam and Mae Etta (Fulwood) Wallace and went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 22, 2006, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility after an extended illness. She was predeceased by three brothers, one sister, five sons, one daughter and one granddaughter; and is survived by her former husband, Ernest Williams; and eight children, Bertha (Eddie) Wynn, Mae Frances (Joseph) Aponte, Esco (Minnie) Smith, Ella (Felton) Wells, James (Helen) Smith, Annie (Bernard) Jackson, Joseph (Eunice) Washington and George Washington; former son-in-law, James Givens; sister, Mattie Givens; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mrs. Williams was a retiree of St. Joseph's Hospital after many years of service. She was a faithful member of St. Paul's Missionary Baptist Church for over 30 years before joining New Jerusalem Church (Rev. Ella Wells, Pastor) in 1997. Family and friends are invited to visit New Jerusalem Church, 1320 Lackawanna Ave., Elmira on Friday, April 28th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Her Celebration of Life service will be held at 1 p.m. Rev. Pendexter D. Mack will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff at the Chemung County Nursing Facility as well as Dr. Corbalan for the wonderful care given our mother during her stay there. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family.
WILLIAMS Thomas W- a security salesman in Elmira, died suddenly from cerebral hemorrhage in the offices of Butler Realty Company, Elmira, Monday, March 4, 1946. He was employed by the Sugar Oil Company, Baton Rouge, La. His father, the late Ben Williams, operated the Williams House, Troy for many years. It occupied the structure now known as the Davison Apts. He was born in Elmira, attended Elmira schools, was a member of the Masonic Lodge, a life member of the Elmira Lodge of Elks, and a communicant of Christ Church, Elmira. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn J Williams; sisters, Miss M Louise Williams, Miss Catherine J Williams; a brother, Joseph B Williams, all of Elmira, and a brother, Dr Sloat Williams, Newark, NY.
WILLIAMSON Cleven (Boyzell)
Age 83, of Elmira, NY, went to be with his Lord Our Savior, on July
20, 2007 after an extended illness at the Chemung County Nursing Facility.
Cleven was born in Fales, GA, on September 14, 1923 to Eddie and Lula (Perry)
Williamson. He was predeceased by his parents, four sisters and five brothers.
He leaves to mourn one sister and brother-in-law, Edna and Roy Moss of
Elmira; and a host of nieces and nephews of all generations. He will be
missed by his family and friends. The family would like to extend special
thanks to everyone at the Nursing Facility as well as Dr. Corbalan for
the wonderful care given to our Cleven during his stay. There will be no
calling hours. Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July
25, 2007, at Woodlawn Cemetery (Walnut St. entrance) in Elmira. Barrett
Funeral Home of Elmira is assisting the family.
WILSON - GRANGER
Helen L. Age 88, of Elmira, passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2005,
at Chemung County Nursing Facility. She was born on June 8, 1917 in Glenrichey,
PA, the daughter of James and Mina Thompson Wilson. She married Robert
U. Granger in Elmira on June 29, 1935. He predeceased her on June 9, 2004.
She was a member of North Presbyterian Church. Helen is survived by her
sons, Robert James (Laurie) Granger of Catskill, NY, Timothy Richard Granger
of Pine Valley, and Dean Preston Granger of Gillett, PA; sister-in-law,
Kathleen Granger of Elmira Heights; six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren;
and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, James,
Ronald, and Walter Wilson; and a sister, Lena Cleary. Family and Friends
are invited to call at Ballard and Lindgren Funeral Home, 161 Oakwood Ave.,
on Tuesday, December 13, 2005, from 5 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will
be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, December 14, 2005, at 10:30 a.m.
Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
WILSON John T.
Age 82 of Elmira, NY. He was born May 14, 1926 in Florida, son of the
late Elbert T. and Mildred (Riley) Wilson, and passed away Tuesday, September
30, 2008, at St. Joseph's Hospital after a brief illness. In addition to
his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Lois A. (Youmans) Wilson on
September 26, 1975. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Judith
and Michael Duffy; granddaughters, Rachel Horton and Meghan Duffy, all
of Elmira; sisters and brothers-in-law, Florence and Bob Evendon of Horseheads,
Patricia and Rodney Wainwright of Erin; along with several nieces and nephews.
John was a local attorney, retiring from Roe & Wilson in Elmira. He
was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving from 1944 to 1946 during World War
II; was an active member of the NYS Bar Association; life member and past
commander of the American Legion Harry B. Bentley Post 443, Elmira, and
was an avid sportsman, crossword aficionado and gardener. Family and friends
are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington
Ave., Elmira, on Thursday, October 2nd, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. His funeral
service will be held there at 1 p.m. Rev. Richard T. Farrell will officiate.
Committal prayers and interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/1/2008
JUDD WILSON -died at his home 139 N Main St, Elmira last Wednesday morning after a prolonged illness. Mr. Wilson was born in Columbia Township, June 20, 1850. He was the son of James and Mary Gustin Wilson. He spent the greater part of this life in Columbia and Austinville until a few years ago when he moved to Elmira. He is survived by his widow, one daughter, Mrs. Waldo Whitehead of Bradford, Pa., a brother Stephen Wilson of Austinville, and four sisters, Mrs. G. M. Case of Elmira; Mrs. Stephen Kenyon, Troy; Mrs. John Wolfe, Snedekers and Mrs. Fred Watkins of Austinville. The funeral was held at his late home Friday afternoon. Rev. Dr. Henry officiating with burial in Woodlawn, Elmira. (Buried November 7, 1917)
WILSON Rose - Mrs. Rose W. Bradley, aged 73, of 107 E. First St., highly regarded resident of this city, died this morning at 6 o'clock (Dec. 31, 1934) at Corning Hospital following an illness of about two days. Mrs. Bradley was taken to the hospital for treatment and care Saturday morning after being discovered on the floor of her bedroom about 10 o'clock by Mrs. Frank Coger, of 109 E. First St. Mrs. Bradley lived in an apartment of the Coger home and Mrs. Coger always communicated with her two or three times a day to make sure the elderly woman was alright. Mrs. Bradley stopped in the Coger apartment a few moments Friday evening before retiring and said she was not feeling well. Failing to hear her the next morning about 9 o'clock when Mrs. Bradley customarily arose, Mrs. Coger waited until 10 o'clock thinking she might be sleeping late and then went into her apartment. She found her on the floor of her bedroom apparently conscious but unable to speak from the effects of a stroke. Mrs. Bradley was fully clothed and lay on the floor not as though she had fallen but as though she had laid down of her own volition when she found out her failing strength would not enable her to reach the bed. It was not until she had been taken to Corning Hospital and disrobed to be placed into bed that it was discovered that the entire front of her body and legs were severely burned from scalding water. Although those who came to care for her at Mrs. Coger's alarm after discovering her on the floor, noticed that the front of Mrs. Bradley's dress was wet, they merely thought she had spilled water on it while trying to get her breakfast as there was no water on the floor of her bedroom or any other room of the house. The empty teakettle was found on the kitchen floor but there was no water on the kitchen floor. How she was burned remains a mystery. Mrs. Bradley was born in Delmar, Pa., April 4, 1861, the daughter of Politus and Elvira WILSON. She was married about 45 years ago to John C. BRADLEY, of Wellsboro, Pa. Mr. Bradley, who died about 12 years ago, was a prominent building contractor, highway and bridge contractor of this section. About 38 years ago they moved to Corning where both became prominent in the social and civic life of the city. Mrs. Bradley was a member of Christ Episcopal Church and other Parish Aid of that church. She was faithful in attendance at church service and active as her health would permit in church activities. She was also a prominent member of Corning Woman's Club. Possessing a sweet and charming disposition, she was highly regarded by all who knew her. Surviving are one brother, Edwin H. HALSTEAD, of Delmar, Pa., six nieces, Mrs. L. B. Borden and Mrs. E. Monroe, of Wellsboro, Pa., Mrs. H. L. Vorhis and Mrs. May Mecum of Elmira, Mrs. Charles Fitch of Ohio, and Miss Nettie A. WEBB of Binghamton; and three nephews, DeForrest WEBB, of Elmira, LeRoy WEBB, of Scranton, Pa., and Millard WEBB, of Williamsport, Pa. The body has been taken to the Gorton Funeral Home, where friends may call. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Christ Episcopal Church, the Rev. E. L. HARVEY, rector of St. John's Church, Elmira Heights will officiate in the absence of the Rev. Edson P. SHEPPARD, curate of Christ Episcopal Church. Internment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira. Submitted by: Gwen MECUM Hunt <airlaunch@thegrid.net>
WILSON - COMBS
Rosie Lee Age 88, formerly of Walnut Street, Elmira passed away Wednesday,
September 19, 2001 at Elcor Health Services. Rosie was born August 8, 1913
in Arkansas daughter of the late George and Rosie Wilson. She was devoted
to her family. Survivors include a sister Beatrice McGee of Buffalo, NY,
two grandchildren, several nieces and nephews including Rev. Cephus McGee,
Jr. of Elmira. Family and friends are invited to call from 10 AM to 12
noon Tuesday, September 25 at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral
services will be held at the funeral home at conclusion of calling hours
at 12 noon with Rev. Cephus McGee Jr. of the All Saints Home Church of
God in Christ officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
Memorials are directed to the All Saints Home Church of God in Christ Scholarship
Fund, 351 E. 5th Street Elmira, NY 14901.
WING Mrs. Susan Maria Wolfe, widow of Jacob Wolfe died at 2:15 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 21, 1937, after four years' illness at the home of her niece, Miss Louella Murphy at 611 Sullivan St. She is survived by a son, Chester R. Wolfe of Rochester and several nieces and nephews. The body is in the Harrington funeral home where the funeral service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Tuesday by the Rev.John H. Willis. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers (obituary).
WINNER
Paul Wilson, Age 87, of Elmira passed away Tuesday, December 11, 2001
at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Paul is survived by: daughters;
Jo Ann VanHoesen and Karen (Donald) Maus both of Elmira, grandchildren;
Stephen and Paula Ramsay of Austin, TX, Peter and Sarah Fagan of Utica,
NY, Rachel Maus of Elmira, three great-grandchildren and cousin; William
Stroup. Paul is predeceased by his loving wife of 62 years, B. Mae Winner
October 15th, 2001. He was a Navy Veteran of World War II, a member of
the American Legion Post #154, Elmira Heights, and a Life Member of Disabled
American Veterans SS Jack Swan Chapter 13 of Elmira. He was also an original
member of Sampson Navy Veterans Association. Mr. Winner was retired from
the Arnot-Ogdon Medical Center as manager of Data Processing and Credit.
Prior to that he was Elmira City Chamberlain and Senior Examiner in charge
of the Elmira office of the New York Department of Taxation and Finance.
He was a life member of the Masons and Past High Priest of Royal Arch Masons.
He was on the Executive Committee of the Medical Accounts Management Association
of Syracuse. Mr. Winner was a Deacon of the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
and presided and preached in Southern Tier Churches during Pastors vacations
and pulpit vacancies. After retirement he served as a volunteer for the
hospital and the Chamber of Commerce. He was an active member of SCORE
(Service Corp. of Retired Executives) and a member of the AARP Over the
Counter Players. He was a member of the Elmira Kiwanis Club where he received
the Distinguished Kiwanian Award and was named Kiwanian of the Year. Friends
may make donations to the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, the Elmira Kiwanis
Club Foundation, or to a charity of your choice. The Rev. Joseph Cotner
will be officiating assisted by Thomas Weideman. Family and friends may
call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY
14904, on Saturday, December 15, 2001, from 11 am to 1 pm. Funeral services
will follow at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 314 W. Church St. Elmira,
NY, at 2 pm. Interment will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery at the
WINTERS - LYNCH, Thelma Bailey Winters
90, wife of the late William Michael Lynch, died March 28, 2008. Thelma,
daughter of Beatrice Woolever Winters, was born and raised in Elmira with
her two sisters, Betty Winters Horning and E. Jane Winters, and two brothers,
her twin, Ward Woolever Winters and Richard Newell Winters. Thelma liked
to dress in elegant big hats, white gloves, and three-inch high heels.
She loved whipped cream, apple pie with ice cream, reading, cleaning the
house thoroughly daily, and dancing with Bill, the "boy next door" she
married in 1938. Her family, Leslie Horning Vogt Sydnor, Dr. Meredith Horning
Reiniger, Sydney Vogt Johnson, Adam Sydnor, Joanne Lynch, Ruth Winters
Routly, mourn their loss, but are thankful that Thelma's painful end of
life journey has ended. When 5 year old Olivia Annlee Winters Johnson gave
Thelma a final goodbye kiss, she said, "Thelma lived a long, happy life.
A very great life. Today is a sad day for us. It is the best day for Thelma.
Now she can be with her whole entire family and Uncle Bill." Thelma will
be buried next to Bill in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira. Contributions in memory
of Thelma Winters Lynch can be made to the Leslie H. Vogt Sydnor Library,
Virginia Blood Services, 2825 Emerywood Parkway, Richmond, VA 23294, attn:
Laura Cameron. Published in the Star-Gazette on 4/13/2008.
WINTLE - PENDLETON Jeannette J.
Loving mother and grandmother - Age 83, of Dry Run Road, Pine City,
NY, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph Hospital on Monday, February 18,
2008, surrounded by her family who loved her so much. Jeannette, also known
as "GG" by her grandchildren, was born on June 5, 1924, the daughter of
Joseph and Beatrice Ann Williams Wintle. Her husband, Herman Pendleton
(1974), and her sister, Isabelle Spicer, predecease her. Her loving survivors
are daughters, Bonnie and Samuel Ohart, Suzanne and Richard Norman, sons,
John and Carol Pendleton, Richard and Julie Pendleton; and her special
loving grandchildren, Gregory and Julie Ohart, Jeffrey Ohart, Shannon and
Marc Stemerman, Michael and Shannon Pendleton, Ryan and Rebecca Pendleton,
Daniel and Tina Pendleton, Joseph and Tracey Norman. "GG" had 14 great-grandchildren,
along with several nieces and nephews. Jeannette enjoyed the special times
she spent with many caring friends, especially the times she spent with
her niece, Barbara Ann Thompson, and nephew, Roy Spicer. Some of her special
interests were crocheting, watching her favorite soap operas and in the
summer time, being in the first car headed to the lake for the weekend.
She worked for several years at the Chemung County License Bureau leaving
there to care for her grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to
gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira,
NY, Thursday, February 21, 2008, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a Celebration
of her Life Service there Friday at 10:00 a.m. Her friend and neighbor,
Deacon George Welch, will officiate. She will be laid to rest in Woodlawn
Cemetery next to her husband Herman Pendleton. The family request that,
in lieu of flowers, donations be made to St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation,
555 E. Market Street, Elmira, NY 14901. The Pendleton Family would like
to thank Dr. Freeman and staff along with the Nursing Staff at St. Joseph's
Hospital for the excellent care she was given. Published in the Star-Gazette
on 2/20/2008.
WOJNAREK - HAUCK, Pauline L. Wojnarek
Age 86, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2008,
at home surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by sister, Marjorie
(Stanley) Oparil; children, Michael (Lucia) Wojnarek of Seattle, WA, Karen
Cornell of Horseheads, NY, Mark (Debbie) Wojnarek of Clarksville, TN, Sandra
(James) Stickler of Owego, NY, Tina (Mark) Dolan of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren,
James, Angela, Scott, Christopher, Brandi, Mark, Mike, Renee, Jena, Tyler,
and Andrew; great-grandchildren, Devin, Mason, and Tony; sisters-in-law,
Virginia Greene, Mary Robinson and Frances Robinson; several nieces, nephews
and cousins. Predeceased by husbands, Francis J. Wojnarek and Bert C. Hauck;
sister, Betty Aten; brothers, Richard Robinson and Donald "Ike" Robinson.
Member of Southside Baptist Church, Elmira, NY. Family and friends are
invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on
Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. with Funeral and Committal Service there
Saturday at 4:00 p.m., Reverend John Owens will officiate. Interment will
be held at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira,
NY. Those wishing may make memorials to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E.
Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830. The family would like to thank special
care givers, Carol Gaitling, Jean Plante and Katie Storch for the loving
care and kindness given to mom during her illness. Published in the
Star-Gazette on 9/5/2008
WOLFE - The Star-Gazette, Elmira, NY, Saturday April 7, 1956. Arthur M. Wolfe, Sr., 81, of 914 College Ave., Friday April 6, 1956. Survived by wife, Isabelle Knapp Wolfe; sons, Arthur M. Wolfe Jr. of Hammondsport, Harold F. Wolfe of Elmira, foster son, John M. Gray of Elmira, daughter, Mrs. Robert (Lucille) Edwards; step-sons, Edward J. and John F. Madden all of Elmira: nine grandchildren. Body at Ballard Funeral Home, Elmira Heights, where friends may call today and Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Monday at 2 p.m., the Rev. William H. Willits and James Collea officiating. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. He had been ill for some time. A native of Burlington, PA, he was the son of the late Furman and Adeline VanKirk Wolfe. He attended rural schools in the Burlington area and at the age of 17 began working as a teamster at the Elmira Reformatory during the tenure of its late superintendant Z. R. Brockway. He was made a guard of the institution and about the time of World War I was advance to the rank of sergeant. He served as disciplinary officer at the Reformatory for about 15 years. He was later made sergeant of the guard at night, a position he held at the time of his retirement in 1947. Mr. Wolfe had been employed continuously at the Elmira Reformatory for 55 years. He was a member of the North Presbyterian Church, Union Lodge F & AM, the Independant Order of Foresters and of the Mutual Benefit Association at the Reformatory. Reformatory Supt. Col. LeRoy Weaver praised the long service of Mr. Wolfe, "Sgt. Wolfe", he said, "was one of the finest officers in the Department of Corrections. He was true blue." Carlton Wolfe, 620 N. College St., Auburn, AL 36830-3014 CDXJ63A@Prodigy.com
WOLFE EDWIN K
Wolfe, Edwin K-who had been ill since March, expired at the family
home in Center Street Friday afternoon. Born at Roseville, August 13, 1858,
he was for many years a well known farmer and lumberman of Smithfield.
Six years ago he came to Troy and with his sons ran the Northern Tier Garage
until last summer. He was an upright, likable man with a large circle of
friends, a member of the Methodist Church and of the Trojan Lodge of Masons.
He is survived by his wife, three children—Wilber, Clarence and Mildred,
and two brothers, Walter of Middleport, NY and Arthur Wolfe of Elmira.
Funeral services were held Monday morning at the home, the Rev. William
Jacques officiating. Interment was in Woodland Cemetery, Elmira.
Jacob WOLFE (SRGP 61120) long a prominent resident of Wolfe Hollow, Columbia township, expired Monday morning at his home in Wolfe Hollow, Columbia township, age 75 years 7 months and 5 days. Mr. Wolfe had been in feeble and failing health for some time. He leaves a widow and one daughter by a former marriage in San Francisco. Another daughter of his first marriage died some years ago. The funeral was held at the home on Wednesday, the Rev. S. Barrett officiating. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira. TGR 1914
WOOD Vern W., Sr. (SRGP 11325)
Loving husband and father, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September
24, 2007, at the Bath VA, at age 83. Vern was born in Elmira, NY, the son
of the late Meryle and Vera (Tong) Wood. He is survived by his wife of
59 years, Frances (Terese) Wood; a son, Vern W. (Dawn) Wood Jr. of Arizona;
two daughters, Sherlyn Wood of Horseheads, and Robin R. (John) Wikoff of
Oregon; five grandchildren, Vern W. Wood III, Timothy Wood, Shannon, Jamie
and Jarrett Wikoff; numerous great-grandchildren; and one brother, Howard
(Dawn) Wood of Hammondsport. Besides his parents, Mr. Wood was preceded
in death by a son, Gary Michael Wood; two brothers, Meryle Wood Jr. and
Cleon Wood Sr.; and one sister, Rebecca Holenbeck. Mr. Wood was a 100%
disabled veteran of the Third Army, having served under General Patton
during the Battle of The Bulge and also participated in the Normandy Invasion.
Vern refinished wood products and enjoyed hunting. Family and friends are
invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave.,
Elmira, on Sunday, September 30th, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and again on Monday
from 6-8 p.m. with a funeral service to follow at 8 p.m. with the Pastor
Mark Dieterle and Pastor Paul Mather officiating. Mr. Wood will be laid
to rest with full Military Honors on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery,
Elmira. Published in the Star-Gazette on 9/28/2007.
WOOD Vern W., Sr.
Loving husband and father, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September
24, 2007, at the Bath VA, at age 83. Family and friends are invited to
call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira,
on Sunday, September 30th, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and again on Monday from
6-8 p.m. with a funeral service to follow at 8 p.m. with the Pastor Mark
Dieterle and Pastor Paul Mather officiating. Mr. Wood will be laid to rest
with full Military Honors on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira.
WOODARD - SMITH Betty L.
Age 83, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on Thursday, January 3, 2008,
at home. She was born on May 6, 1924 in Elmira, NY, to the late Leslie
and Ellen (Preston) Woodard. Betty was predeceased by her husband, John
Smith in 1988; and daughter, Sharon Blair in 2003. Survivors include her
daughters, Patricia Smith of Marion, NY, Bettie Grover of Horseheads, and
Michiele (James) Evans of Van Etten, NY; sisters, Ella Mae (Robert) Palmer
of Elmira, Alice Boyton of Elmira Heights, Pearl Cortright of Elmira, and
Rose (John) Spencer of Erin, NY; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren;
close friend, Barbara Richards of Erin, NY. Family and friends are invited
to call on Monday, January 7th, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the James D. Barrett
Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place there at 2 p.m. with Rev.
Ellie Haber officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. In
lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Betty's name can be made to Southern
Tier Hospice.
WOODCOOK Glenn I. Age 80, of Elmira, NY, was escorted by our Lord to be reunited with his loving wife, Cecelia after 18 years apart. Together again, they will celebrate their 58th wedding anniversary on August 28th. Glenn was born June 15, 1926 in Pine City, son of the late Raymond and Inez (Faulkner) Woodcook, and passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was predeceased by his wife, Cecelia on June 6, 1988; and brothers, Jerry, Kenneth, Wayne and Stanley Woodcook. Glenn is survived by his children, Val Murray of Orlando, FL, Marsha (Doug) Palmer of Williamsport, PA, Deb (Steve Choe) Woodcook of Horseheads, and Greg (Catherine) Woodcook of Elmira; grandchildren, Jennifer (Pat), Nicole (Jason), Jessica, Amy (Mike), Ann (Rob), Natalie, Eric and Georgeanna; great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Morgan, Cauy, Grace, Ceanna and Baby T; sisters, Joyce Wykoff of New Port Richey, FL, Betty Brown of Murphy, NC, and Lil (Cliff) Couse of New Port Richey, FL; sister-in-law, Virginia Woodcook of New Port Richey, FL; along with several nieces, nephews and friends; including special friends, Dean Vavrasek and Corky Murray. Glenn served his country proudly during WWII in the 3rd Army, 90th (Tough Ombre) Division, 359th Infantry under General Patton as a BAR infantry soldier. He was employed with Moore Business Forms for over 30 years and retired from Hardinge Bros. Glenn was a member of the 90th Division Association and the Twin Tiers Vintage Car Club, as he was a classic car aficionado and collector. Glenn was a very generous, funny and unselfish man, one dedicated to his wife, family and friends. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Sunday, August 27th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers will be offered there on Monday, August 28th, at 10:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Rev. Richard Farrell, Celebrant. Committal prayers, with military honors will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Star-Gazette.com Obituaries for 08/25/06
Star Gazette Oct. 10, 1927
WOODHULL, Wellington age 70 of 120 Orchard Street, died this
morning at 10:30 o’clock. He is survived by a brother Frederick; a sister,
Mrs. Sarah Bradshaw, both of Elmira. The remains repose in the Wilson funeral
home where the funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 pm. Burial in Woodlawn
Cemetery.
Star Gazette Dec 29, 1939
WOODHULL, Clayton Frederick infant son of Mr. and
Mrs. Floyd C. Woodhull of 269 Caldwell Av. Died Thursday Dec 28, 1939.
Besides the parents, he leaves his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick
Woodhull Sr. of Elmira and Mrs. and Mrs. Samuel Smith of Big Flats. The
body is in the Hilton and Lindgren funeral home. Funeral and burial at
the convenience of the family.
Star Gazette May 15, 1946
WOODHULL, Fred 58 Orchards St. Tuesday May 14, 1946.
Survived by wife Elizabeth; sons John, Bradley, Herbert and Floyd; grandchildren
John Jr. with US Army in Korea, Bradley Allen, William, Mary Francis and
Suzanne, all of Elmira. The body is at the Holly Funeral Home and this
afternoon will be removed to the family home. Friday noon it will be take
to Lake St. Presbyterian Church, where funeral will be held at 2 pm. Rev.
Henry White, Woodlawn Cemetery.
Star Gazette May 15, 1946
Fred WOODHULL Dead at 72, Founded Famed Orchestra
Fred Woodhull of 58 Orchard St., organizer of the Woodhull Old Tyme
Masters died at 10:55 pm Tuesday at the Arnot-Ogden Hospital. He was 72.
Mr. Woodhull known as “Pop” to thousands of admirers entered the hospital
last Friday night after a heart attack at his home. He retired from the
orchestra five years ago. “Pop” did not take music lessons until he had
played the fiddle 35 years and then it was his sons-who urged him to learn
to read notes. He and Mrs. Woodhull who played the guitar, entertained
at countless dances, in private homes as well as barns and halls, before
Mr. Woodhull organized the Old Tyme Masters with three of his sons, Floyd,
John and Herbert, about 17 years ago.
John retired from the orchestra in 1943 but Floyd and Herbert have
continued with the orchestra which has made the Woodhull name popular throughout
the country. Not only has the group played for barn dances in this section
but also has made several albums of recordings which have enjoyed a big
nationwide sale. The largest crowd to dance to Pop’s music was at one of
President Roosevelt’s birthday balls in the Cornell University Armory,
where the attendance numbered 7,000 and at one time 4,000 responded to
the caller’s instructions. The orchestra played at the New York World’s
Fair, but the Ithaca crowd was the largest in Mr. Woodhull’s recollection.
Mr. Woodhull played in most of the older dance halls of Elmira, including
Bundy Hall, Military Hall, Roseland and the 100F Hall on W. Water St.,
now only memories. In the late 30’s the Woodhull’s purchased the Old Barn
on Grand Central Av. Where they since have played for round and Square
dances each Saturday night. Born in Penn Yan, Mr. Woodhull moved to Elmira,
when 10 years old. He was employed as a shipping clerk by N. J. Thompson
& Co. for 31 years, retiring in the 1935. Although he often fiddled
for dances until 4 am, he was never late for work nor did he stay out a
day.
Star Gazette Feb 5, 1946
WOODHULL, Fred Jr. 49, of 57 1/2 Orchard St. Monday, Feb
4, 1946 at 5 pm. Survived by wife, Nina; sons, Cpl. Bradley A. with Army
overseas, Cpl. William S. with Army at Utica; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred
Woodhull; brothers, John, Bradley, Herbert and Floyd, all of Elmira; several
nieces and nephews. Body will be removed to home of parents of 58 Orchard
St. today where funeral will be held Thursday at 2 pm. Rev. Henry White,
Woodlawn Cemetery.
Star Gazette Sept 24, 1956
SMITH - Woodhull, Elizabeth B. age 80 of 122 W. Chemung
Pl., Sunday Sept 23, 1956. She was the widow of Fred Woodhull Sr.; member
Lake St. Presbyterian Church. Survived by sons John F., Bradley, Herbert
A. and Floyd C. Woodhull all of Elmira; five grand-children and five great-grandchildren:
sister, Mrs. Ida Ramser of Lock Haven, Pa; brother Frank Smith of Monument,
Pa. Body at Holly-Keck Funeral Home where friends may call today and Tuesday
2-4 and 7-9 pm. Removal will be made Wednesday at 1pm to Lake St. Presbyterian
Church to lie in state until the funeral at 2pm, the Rev. Barnett S. Eby.
Woodlawn Cemetery.
Star Gazette Oct 28, 1987
WOODHULL, Floyd C. (Woody) age 84 of 622 Copley St., Elmira,
Tuesday, October 27, 1987. Friends may call at the Don Kalec Funeral Home
Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral there Thursday, 11am, the Rev. John B.
McLaren officiating. Interment, Woodlawn Cemetery. Survived by wife of
60 years, Jane Smith Woodhull; daughter, Suzanne Tarr of Elmira; 2 grandsons,
Scott M. Austin of Gillett, Pa and Floyd D. Austin of Rochester, NY; 3
great grandsons; brothers, John F. Woodhull, Sr. and Bradley Woodhull,
both of Elmira; 3 nephews. Woody was a lifetime member of the Lake St.
Presbyterian Church, owner operator of Woodhull’s Advertising for the past
35 years, originator of Woodhull’s Old Tyme Masters about 1929 and inducted
into the NY State Country Music Hall of Fame in October 1976.
Star Gazette Mar 15, 1990
SMITH - Woodhull, Jane age 80 of 622 Copley St., Elmira,
Tuesday, March 13, 1990. Survived by daughter, Suzanne Tarr of Elmira;
grandsons and wife, Scott and Marlene Austin of Gillettt, Pa, Floyd D.
Austin of Rochester, NY; 3 great grandsons, James, Brent and Michael; sister
Marion Smith of Geneva, NY; nephews, William (ila) Woodhull, Jack and Viola
Woodhull all of Elmira and nieces, Marjorie Fetes of Hollywood, Fl. Predeceased
by her husband, Floyd (Woody) Woodhull. Donations to: St. Joseph’s Hospital
Development Fund in her name would be appreciated. Jane was a member of
Lake St. Presbyterian Church and retired from Avis Rent-A-Car. Family will
receive relatives and friends at the Don Kalec Funeral Home. Thursday,
2-4 and 7-8:30 pm. With Funeral and Committal immediately following at
8:30pm. Rev. John B. McLaren, her pastor officiating. Interment, Woodlawn
Cemetery convenience of the family.
WOODWARD - CARROLL, Mamie W.
Age 74, of Elmira, NY, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, June 7,
2007, at her home. Mamie was born on June 14, 1932 in Fairmont, West Virginia,
daughter of the late John and Susie Mae (Young) Woodard. Mamie was a Corning
Community College graduate in nursing. She worked as an RN at St. Joseph's
Hospital in Elmira, later retiring from the Elmira Psychiatric Center.
Mamie will be remembered as an avid world traveler. She was a wonderful
mother, with a generous spirit. She was there for anyone that came into
her life. Mamie will be deeply missed. Survivors include her son, John
(Cherithe) Carroll of Troy, MI; daughters, Judi (John) Thompson of Atlanta,
GA, and Lois (Warren) Loucks of Buffalo, NY; sister, Corrine Stark of Elmira;
brother, Drs. Samuel (Linda) Woodard of Ark, VA; daughter-in-law, Naomi
Carroll of Elmira; special sister-in-law, Charlotte Woodard of Los Angeles,
CA; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews
and cousins. Mamie was predeceased by her son, Keith Carroll; great-grandson,
Terrence White; five sisters and three brothers. Family and friends are
invited to call Wednesday, June 13, 2007, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the James
D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held there also on Thursday,
June 14, 2007, at 11 a.m. Interment will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery
at the convenience of the family.
WOODY - James E. Woody, 23, of Syracuse died in Elmira Sunday morning July 20, 1941. He leaves his mother, Mrs Irene Heinrich; three brothers, Wayman, Carl, and Robert; three sisters, Mrs. James Cronp, Helen and Irene, all of Syracuse. The body is in the Davis funeral home, where the funeral will be held Tuesday at 2 p. m. . The Rev. Herbert E. Erway will officiate. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. Submitted by Kathryn Maynard Nelson
WOOLF Philip L Formerly of Elmira, NY Age 53 of Portland, Oregon on Saturday, June 3, 2000. There will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be held in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, on Wednesday June 7 at 1 PM. Rev. John B. McLaren officiating. Those wishing to attend the service will meet at the Walnut St. Cemetery Gate at 12:45 PM. Memorials may be made to Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1624 N.E. Handcock St. Portland, Oregon. 97212. Phil is survived by wife Peggy J. Woolf; daughter Margaret C. Woolf, both of Portland; sister, Nancy W. Robbins of Walpole, Mass; nephew and niece James P. Robbins and Cynthia D. Robbins; aunt and uncle Betty and Ray Lyons. Phil was a graduate of E.F.A. class of 1965, Corning College, Cornell University, and received his Doctorate of Education at Nova University in 1981. He was a faculty member at Nova South Eastern University. Phil was predeceased by his parents Luther E. and Leona Woolf, owners of Woolf's Flower Shop in Elmira.
WOUGHTER Carl Cleveland - Town of Southport Resident
Was born September 17, 1917 in West Elmira, NY, the son of the late
Frederick and Ida Frances (Hill) Woughter, passed away peacefully in the
Hospice House in Palm Bay, FL, at the age of 90. A resident of Bird Creek
Road in Pine City, NY and in Melbourne, FL, Carl married Edwina Elizabeth
Rohan and prior to her passing August 3, 1991 celebrated 52 wonderful years
of life and love together. His survivors include: special friend and companion,
Anne Nichols; loving children, Carl H. Woughter of Center Barnstead, NH,
Gary R. Woughter of Elmira, NY, Carol B. Woughter of Pine City, NY, Larry
J. Woughter of Elmira, NY, Nancy (Woughter) Hendrickson of Pine City, NY;
ten adored grandchildren, 16 much loved great-grandchildren, two beloved
great-great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. Carl
was a member of the Webb Mills United Methodist Church, a member of the
Union Cooley Lodge #95 F&AM, Ithaca Chapter and charter member of the
Seneca Power Squadron (U.S.P.S.). He was a Veteran of the US Army proudly
serving his country during WWII. He was also a Scout Master for Troop #43
in Pine City, NY for many years. Mr. Woughter was a member of the Airstream
by Wally Byam Caravan Club International and was President of the Upstate
New York Unit. Carl was a self-employed sheet metal and heating specialist
throughout the area. His heart and soul lived for the St. Lawrence Seaway.
Owning his own Island showed him all the beautiful seasons the seaway had
to offer. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral
Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904, on Thursday, May
15, 2008, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Funeral Services honoring his life will
follow the visitation. (4 p.m.) The Reverend William Vallet will celebrate
Carl's service. Interment will take place in the Woodlawn Cemetery at the
convenience of the family. The family will provide flowers. Memorial donations
may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning,
NY 14830, in the name of Carl C. Woughter. Published in the
Star-Gazette from 5/12/2008 - 5/13/2008.
WRIGHT, Edgar B.
Edgar B. Wright died at the family home in Mosherville, Pa., Tuesday
of influenza, followed by pneumonia, aged twenty-nine years. The
decedent had been ill less than a week. He was a member of the Trojan
Lodge No. 306, F. and A. M. of Troy, Pa., and is survived by his widow,
who was formerly Nellie Walsh of Wellsburg; two children, Rexford and Kathryn;
his mother and stepfather, Mr. and Mrs. S. S. French; three sisters and
two brothers. Funeral services were held at the Mosherville Church,
Thursday, and the burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira
Patricia k. WRIGHT, age 58, of Millerton, PA passed away Thursday, September 12, 2002 at home. She was a 1965 graduate of Mansfield Teachers College with a Bachelors Degree in Education. She began her career in the Elmira City School District, teaching at Booth, Parley Coburn, Broadway, and Southside High School, where she was a class advisor for many years. She attended the Mosherville Bible Church. She is survived by her son Byron and Michele Wright of Gillett, PA; mother, Carolyn Wright of Millerton, PA; grandchildren, Dominic Joseph Wright and Benjamin Rexford Wright; brothers and sisters, Edgar and Cheryl Wright and Richard and Jenny Wright of Millerton, PA; David and Dawn Wright of Gillett, PA; Candice and Curt Tofts of Troy, PA; Penny and Randy Crane of Millerton, PA; uncle, Harry (Ann) Card of Lakeland, FL; aunt Ida Murdock of Lima, NY, great-aunt, Lucille Prince of Athens, PA; and several nieces and nephews. Patricia was predeceased by her granddaughter, Samantha Lynn Wright, her father, Rexford Wright, and her brother, Michael Wright. Funeral services will be held at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. on September 16 with interment following in Woodlawn Cemetery. Rev. Sheldon Robyler will officiate. Those wishing may make memorial donations in Patricia’s name to the Mosherville Bible Church of Mosherville, PA; Big Elm Fire Dept., PO Box 249, Millerton, PA 16936; Wells-Jackson Lions Club; Guthrie Hospice- Towanda, Rd #1, Box 154, Towanda, PA 18848.
WRIGHT
Virginia Frances Southport Resident Was born April 28, 1912 in Baltimore,
MD, the daughter of the late John Logan and Anna Mae (Paulman) Wright,
and passed away peacefully on Monday, February 27, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden
Medical Center at the age of 93. Virginia was a lifelong resident of Southport
residing on Smith Street and was a faithful member of the Southport Baptist
Church on Pennsylvania Ave. She retired from Remington/Sperry Rand after
36 years of dedicated service. Her beloved sister, Grace E. Campbell, with
whom she resided, predeceased her August 16, 2004. She is survived by her
loving nephews, Lauren J. 'Larry' (Catherine) Campbell of Elmira, NY, Russell
J. 'Russ' (Cynthia) Campbell of Big Bear, CA, Richard G. 'Rick' (Pamela)
Campbell of Vista, CA; niece, Virginia 'Ginny' Campbell of Pine City, NY;
great-nephews, Michael J. 'Mike' (Jeanne) Campbell of Big Bear, CA, Andrew
(Holly) Campbell of Horseheads, NY, Theodore J. 'Teddy' Campbell of Vista,
CA; great-great-nephew, Benjamin Campbell of Horseheads, NY; great-great-niece,
Joy Campbell of Big Bear, CA; along with several cousins, many close friends
and several good neighbors who also looked after her. Family and friends
are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania
Ave., Elmira, NY, on Thursday, March 2, 2006, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
Funeral Services honoring Virginia's life will be celebrated by her Pastor,
the Reverend Duane Arnold, following the visitation (8:00 p.m.). Interment
will take place privately at the convenience of the family in the Woodlawn
Cemetery. The family will provide their own flowers. Those wishing may
make a donation in Virginia's name to the Chemung County SPCA Humane Society,
2435 Route #352, Elmira, NY 14901, or to the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation
for Autism, Inc., PO. Box #767, Framingham, MA 01701.
WRIGLEY - BOYD
Doris W. Age 81 of Elmira NY died Sunday, December 2, 2001 at the Arnot
Ogden Medical Center. Doris, daughter of the late Garnet and Edna Strouse
Wrigley was preceded in death by her husband Joseph C. Boyd in 1985 and
sister Ruth Haskins. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Linda
B. and George Bolf of Minneapolis MN; sister, Alice Smith of Elmira; brother,
Robert Wrigley of Livingston TX; sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Charles
Kracht of Williamsville NY; along with several nieces and nephews. Friends
are invited to attend a memorial service at Trinity Episcopal Church, Elmira
on Saturday, December 8, 2001 at 11:00 A.M. with Father William Lutz officiating.
Private interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. Donations in Doris' memory
may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church Memorial Fund, 304 N. Main Street,
Elmira NY 14901. Doris was a long time member and former church secretary
at Trinity Episcopal Church. For seventeen years she was a member of the
Arnot Ogden Auxiliary and for over forty years she was a member of the
Chemung County Historical Society. Arrangements by McInerny Funeral Home.
WRIGLEY, Dorothy Lois, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wrigley died yesterday morning at 7 o'clock at the family home, 666 W. 3rd St, aged eight months. The funeral will be held at the home this afternoon and will be private. The Rev. A. J. Saxe will officiate and burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Please omit flowers. "Advertiser" No date. Sharron Vossoughi Modesto, CA <Rsvossoughi@worldnet.att.net>
WYNNE - COLE
Elizabeth J. (Betty) Age 72 of Elmira, NY formerly of Pine City, NY
passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2001 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira.
Her loving husband survives her: Jonah H. Cole, daughter: Debra (Bernie)
Cloos of Horseheads, NY, son: John (Amy) Cole of IN, grandchildren; Emily
and Jared Cloos, Michael and Christopher Cole. Also survived by her sister,
Peg Rowland of Elmira, NY and brother, Bob Wynne of CO. Betty was predeceased
by her parents Theodore and Helena (Decker) Wynne. Betty spent most of
her life loving and caring for her family. Her husband, children and grandchildren
were the treasures of her life. Family and friends are invited to call
at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Saturday, December
8, 2001 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM with Funeral and Committal Service there Saturday
at 7:00 PM. Interment will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience
of the family
YONTZ
Herbert F. Beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather Age 86
of Elmira, NY and a long time resident of Horseheads, passed away Friday,
May 4, 2001 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was predeceased by his
wife Beatrice and son Stephen. Survived by his children Theodore and family,
Marianna (Bob) Fish, Sam (Marie), Ida Mae (Mark) Hartsock, Danny (Jean),
Michael and family; extended family Charlotte Spiker, Tracy (Cindy) Davis,
Charlotte (Bob) Coleman, Sue (John) Hoyles, Bill (Jackie) Davis along with
several grandchildren, great grandchildren nieces, nephews and step children.
Herb owned and operated Herb's Garage on the Miracle Mile for many years
and he was a member of the Montour Falls Moose Club. Family and friends
are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Monday, May 7th from
2 to 4 and 7 to 8 PM. Funeral and Committal Services will follow at 8 PM.
Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
YOSH –MARGARET E.’MARGIE’ (YOSH) SOPER age 78 of 1681 Grand Central Ave., Elmira Heights, NY. She was born January 3, 1926 in Elmira Heights, daughter of the late Joseph and Anastasia (Hyriak) Yosh and passed away Friday, July 2, 2004 after an extended illness at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her husband, Calvin Soper; and is survived by her sisters, Julia Rosplock of Elmira Heights, Catherine Manning of Elmira and Helen Mansfield of Horseheads; nieces and nephews, Jean Ann (Zane Palmer) Bradley of Horseheads, Joseph (Jacqueline) Manning of Pine City, Florence (Charles) Moffe of Elmira, James (Carol) Manning of Elmira, Tim Manning of Horseheads, Kathleen (Robert) Train of Rochester, Terry (Nan) Mansfield of Elmira, Sharon (Tom) Sauers of Batavia, Patricia (Bob) Henley of Erin, James McGann of Elmira, Debbie (Chuck) Drake of Watkins Glen and Eileen (Donald) Fairchild of Elmira; several great nieces and nephews; good and devoted friend, Bill Pettit and son Allan of Troy, PA. Margaret was formerly employed with Remington Rand. There will be no calling hours. Private funeral and committal services will be held at the convenience of the family with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Margaret may be remembered through donations to Southern Tier Hospice & Palliative Care, 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family. –Elmira Star Gazette
YOUNG Elden P. "Pud" Of Pine City, NY Age 88, peacefully passed away early Saturday morning, December 17, 2005, surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was born March 12, 1917 in Hamilton, Ohio and came to Elmira to work at the Remington Rand, where he was employed for 36 years. He worked for Vasco Brands for 14 years before retiring. Elden served his country in the Army during World War II, where he was in the invasion of Normandy Beach, was wounded in action, and received the Purple Heart. He met and married Eleanor M. Ripley in 1941 and celebrated 64 years of life and love with her on September 20th. In addition to his wife, Elden is survived by his sons, Blair (Chris), Mark (Jane), Larry (JoAnn); daughter, Marcia (Felix) Lukenbill; 12 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren. Elden will be remembered for his quick wit and kind, gentle spirit. Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, December 19, 2005, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the Elmira Wesleyan Church, 1100 S. Main St., Elmira, NY 14904, with Pastor Edward Crandall and Pastor Laurie Greenlaw celebrating Elden's life. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial donations in Elden's name may be made to the Elmira Wesleyan Church or to the Residents Fund, Chemung County Nursing Facility, 103 Washington St., Elmira, NY 14901. Those wishing may leave a "Candle of Remembrance" for the family at www.olthof.com. Sincere thanks go out to the staff at the Chemung County Nursing Facility for the kind, compassionate care of Elden, his wife, and their family over the past year.
YOUNG –EUNICE Y. PETRIS of Gillett, PA passed away Monday, April 3, 2000 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Eunice was born in Everett, PA on February 15, 1929 daughter of Clarence H. and Valencia McFarland Young. She married George Petris on August 25, 1953 in Elmira. Devoted to her family, Eunice enjoyed hand painting, chinaware, tending her flowers, cooking and taking care of her grandchildren. Surviving is her husband of 45 years, George Petris; her sons and daughters-in-law, Jim and Tornilyn Petris of Gillett, PA and Steve and Connie Petris of Mosherville, PA; 5 grandchildren, Josh, Ashley, Chelsa, Niki and Kyle along with several nieces and nephews. Eunice was predeceased by her parents, 2 sisters, 1 brother and 2 children, Tina Marie and Joy Lynn. In honor of Eunice’s wishes there will be no visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend her graveside service in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira on Thursday, April 6, 2000 (10 a.m.) with the Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Heart Association, Southern Tier Division, P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY in Eunice’s memory. –Elmira Star Gazette
John Phillips YOUNG, 66, of East Rockaway, NY passed away Sunday, March 15, 1998. John was born June 30, 1931 in Rockville Center, NY. He was the son of the late Rev. Clifford John Young, originally of Elmira, NY and Martha Jane (Phillips) Young, originally of Springfield, Pa. John graduated from Cornell University in 1953 with high honors, and from Cornell Medical College in 1956. He is survived by his sister, Jane Young Chapman, Springfield, Pa; nephew, Kenneth Chapman Jr. of Newfield, NY; niece, Cynthia Carr of Cazenovia, NY; nieces Nancy DeHaas of Cochranville, PA and nephew, David Chapman of Rome, PA. He was predeceased by his father, Clifford Young in 1954 (age 59) and mother, Martha (Phillips) Young, in 1996 (age 105). Services were held at Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira, NY. “Troy Gazette-Register,” Troy, PA Thursday, April 2, 1998
ZAHORIAN –IRENE (ZAHORIAN) PASSMORE. Formerly of Baty Street Was born July 17, 1917 in Cleveland, OH, the daughter of the late Anthony and Katerina (Misichko) Zahorian, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 25, 2006, at the Bradford County Manor in Troy, PA, at the age of 88. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 56 years, Ronald Passmore; brothers, Anthony Jr., Peter and Stephen Zahorian; sisters, Mary Yakushow, Anna Schadael, Helen O'Neill, Catherine Schoch and Martha Dunbar; dear friend, Dee Field. She is survived by her sisters, Julia Zahorian (Raymond) Jones of Pine City, NY, Veronica Zahorian (Reed) Gernert of Elmira, NY; sister-in-law, Barbara Zahorian of Elmira, NY; along with many extended family members especially her nephew, Gary Dunbar of Elmira, NY; special lives that touched both Irene and Ronald, Donna Congram and her family, Stacy and Jason; Robert Frawley and family; Todd and Stacy Sherwood. Irene had a great love for children and enjoyed cooking. A gathering of family and friends will be held at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Thursday, March 2, 2006, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service honoring her life at the conclusion of the visitation. (7:00 p.m.) Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn Cemetery where Irene and Ronald will be both laid to rest.
ZAHORIAN –MARTHA ZAHORIAN DUNBAR, 80, of Elmira, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 20, 2004 at the Buczek Home for Adults in Gillett, PA. She was born October 20, 1923 in Pine City, NY, the daughter of the late Anthony and Catherine (Misichko) Zahorian Sr. Martha was a member of the First United Church of Christ and lived for her card clubs. She is survived by sons, Russell (Bonita) Dunbar III of Akron, IN, Gary Dunbar and Thomas Guline of Elmira, NY; dearly loved grandson, Ryan Dunbar of Akron, IN; sisters, Veronica Gernert of Elmira, NY, Irene Passmore of Gillett, PA, Julia (Raymond) Jones of Pine City, NY; sisters-in-law, Barbara Brown of Elmira, NY, Joann (William) Caloroso of Nichols, NY; brother-in-law, Francis Dunbar of Georgia; family member, Kay Dunbar of New Mexico; along with many nieces and nephews. Martha was predeceased by her loving husband, Russell Morris Dunbar Jr. on November 21, 1980. She was also preceded in death by her twin brother, Anthony Zahorian Jr.; brothers, Peter and Stephen Zahorian; and sisters, Mary Yakushow, Anna Schadael, Helen O’Neill and Catherine Schoch. A memorial service celebrating Martha’s life and honoring her memory was held August 23 at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira, NY. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in the Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to a charity of one’s choice in Martha’s memory. –Troy Gazette-Register.
ZIMMER Michael G. Age 58, of Elmira, NY, died suddenly on Thursday morning, December 29, 2005. Friends may call at the HOLLY-KECK & BAKER, INC. FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday, January 3, 2006, from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Memorial Services will be held at Grace Episcopal Church, Elmira, on Wednesday, January 4, at 11 a.m. Father Donald Matthews, Celebrant. Interment of Michael's ashes will be at Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, at the convenience of the family. He is survived by an aunt, Ann Teeter; cousins, Brooks Teeter, both of Elmira, John Teeter of Niantic, CN, Lisa Teeter of Berlin, NY, Anne von Roosevelt of Ann Arbor, Michigan, John Riggs of Old Forge, NY, Diana Genung, Anne Good, both of Naples, FL, Katharine Van Wie of Huston, TX, David Riggs of Honolulu, Hawaii, Barbara Riggs of Middleburg, VA. Mike was predeceased by his parents, Donald A. and Katherine W. Zimmer. He was a graduate of Elmira Free Academy and Northeastern Louisiana University. Mike leaves behind many lifetime friends and will be greatly missed.
ZORN - STRALEY
Evelyn R. Formerly of Elmira, NY Age 97, passed away on Friday, May
20th, 2005, in Largo, Florida, where she resided at Indian Oaks Assisted
Living Facility. She was born in Allen, NY, to the late Fredrick and Louise
(Miller) Zorn on October 17, 1907. Evelyn was cremated at her request for
burial next to her husband, Preston, who passed in 1956. Graveside services
will be given by Rev. Gary Chorpenning of North Presbyterian Church, where
Evelyn was a member. They will be held in the Rainbow section of Woodlawn
Cemetery, Elmira, NY, on Saturday, June 25th, at 10:30 a.m. Evelyn's daughter,
Jeanette, passed away in 2000, so she is survived by her grandson, Gary
Nusinov, who lives with his wife, Terina, in Orlando, FL; and her son-in-law,
Marc, who resides in Largo, FL. Memorial donations in Evelyn's name may
be directed to: Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative Care 11751 East Corning
Road, Corning, NY 14830
ZURENDA
Attorney Sara E. Age 56 of Elmira, NY died unexpectedly on Saturday
morning, May 20, 2006. Friends may call at the HOLLY-KECK & BAKER FUNERAL
HOME on Tuesday, May 23 from 3 to 6 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will
be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Elmira on Wednesday at 11 a.m.,
Rev. Jeremiah Moynihan, Celebrant. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery,
Elmira. Sara is survived by her brother, G. P. Zurenda, Jr. of Ithaca,
NY; sister and brother-in-law, Patricia and Alan Neilsen of Duluth, MN;
niece, Elise Neilsen; and nephews, Kristen Neilsen and Christopher Strayer.
Sara was predeceased by her parents, George P. and Josephine Walsh Zurenda.
Born on June 11, 1949, Sara was valedictorian of the Class of 1967 at Notre
Dame High School, she earned a B.S. in Sociology and Economics at Lake
Erie College, graduating cum laude. She earned a doctorate in jurisprudence
(J.D.) at SUNY Buffalo School of Law. Sara was an attorney in private practice
in Elmira since 1983, specializing in Family Law, and an adjunct professor
at Elmira College. She served on many boards and committees, including
the Law Guardian Liaison Committee of the Sixth Judicial District, Board
of Directors of PAL program, Planned Parenthood, Court Appointed Special
Advocates, YWCA, Neighborhood Justice Project, Chemung Co. Horse Council,
The Clemens Center, Elmira College Council, member of the American Bar
Assoc. and many more. She was the first female member of the Elmira City
Club and one of the first female members of the Elmira Rotary Club, serving
as its first female sergeant-at-arms. Sara was an avid horsewoman as rider,
judge and trainer of horses. Atty. Zurenda received the Tribute to Women
Award given by the YWCA to a role model demonstrating "excellence, leadership
and integrity in her profession and the community". She was a determined
advocate of children of all backgrounds and she spent a great deal of her
private and professional life trying to help children achieve their full
potential. Sara leaves a great many dear friends in Elmira. She will be
greatly missed.
August 10, 1909 Elmira Star-Gazette
John E. Searles died at noon today at the family home 331 Soper Street.
Notice of funeral will be given later.
August 11, 1909 Elmira Star-Gazette
The funeral of John E. Searles was held this afternoon at the home
on Soper Street. The Rev. H.I. Andrews officiated. Burial
was in Woodlawn Cemetery with members of the GAR and survivors of the 107th
NY Volunteers in attendance.
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