RICHARD M. "DICK" ABBEY age 96 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Saturday July 8, 2017. He was born on January 13, 1921 in Caton, NY the son of the late Ina B. DeGraw. He was raised by Nora McCollister and her husband and daughter in Alpine, NY. At the age of 13 he was called to the family farm in Columbia Cross Roads, PA. Mr. Abbey was a Veteran of WWII serving his country with the U.S. Army Air Force. Richard attained the rank of Staff Sergeant prior to leaving active duty in 1948. Dick enlisted in The Reserves and attained the rank of Lt. Colonel. He resigned his commission when his unit was transferred from Horseheads NY to Binghamton, NY. He married his wife Katherine G. Kole "Fritzie" Abbey and she predeceased him on July 10, 1996. He was also pre-deceased by sisters Gertrude (Abbey) Freeland, Helen (Carpenter) Dillon and Mabel (Abbey) Hall. He worked part-time for the Horseheads Police Department as a Civil Defense Police Officer. Dick retired from Cotton Hanlon in Cayuta, NY as a truck driver. He was a volunteer at Villa Serene and worked there for many years in the kitchen. Dick worked as store security for Iszard's Department Store in Elmira in the 1950's until 1977 and at Edcombs Carriage House in Horseheads during the 1970's. Dick was an avid sportsman and fisherman. He was a life member of the American Legion Post #154 in Elmira Heights and the National Rifle Association. He was a member of The Schuyler County Sheriff's Posse in the early 1970's . Mr. Abbey is survived by his son Leon J. Abbey and his companion Becky Bailey of Horseheads, NY as well as many extended family members and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home, 318 W. Broad, St., Horseheads, NY on Monday July 17, 2017 from 2-4PM. Mr. Abbey will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife "Fritzie" in Maple Grove Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/16/2017

 

ACKER Carl E.
Age 41, of RD 2, Town of Veteran, Horseheads, Tuesday, Aug 9, 1966. Friends may call at Vedder & Scott Funeral Home, Montour Falls, Thursday 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service there Friday at 2 p.m. the Rev. David Tucker officiating. Interment Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. Survived by mother, Mrs. Edna Acker of Horseheads RD 2; brother George W. Acker of Horseheads RD 2; nieces, Mrs. Jon W. Scott of Castleton, N.Y. Mrs. Robert Sipka of Providence, R.I., Miss Cornelia Acker of Washington, DC & Miss Joyce Acker of Horseheads, RD 2; nephew, Melvin Acker of Horseheads, RD 2.

ACKER George W.
Age 84 of Catalpa Dr. Horseheads, died Sunday, October 26, 2003. His surviving family included his wife, Rita (Dotts) Acker; daughters, Sandra (Jon) Scott of Rohrersville, MD, Joyce (Jack) Tice of Boise, ID, Sharon (Robert) Sipka of Virginia Beach, VA, Connie (Jerry) Zingsheim of Scottsdale, AZ; son, Melvin (Sharon) Acker of Horseheads; many grandchildren & great grandchildren. George was a life long Horseheads resident. He was retired from the Town of Veteran Highway Dept. in 1982. In his leisure, George & his wife enjoyed the social membership of the American Legion & belonged to the senior bowling & citizen groups. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, Wednesday, October 29, 2003, from 12 noon to 2 p.m. His service will follow there at the conclusion of calling hours at 2 p.m.; the Rev. Larry Parker will officiate. Interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. Those wishing may express their sympathy to Full Gospel Church of Catlin, 683 Backer Road, Beaver Dams, NY. 14872.

Colonel EUGENE AGAN, JR., (Gene) 90, of Granville, died on Thursday, February 18, 2021 at his home. He was born in Elmira, NY to Eugene and Marjorie (Manley) Agan. The oldest of six children, he graduated from Elmira Catholic High School in 1947. While working at the Elmira Bank and Trust Company, he was drafted into the Army in 1951. He graduated and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant Field Artillery from Officers Candidate School, Fort Sill, OK, and is a member of its Field Artillery Hall of Fame. He served in Korea from 1952 - 1953 as a Forward Observer and Platoon Leader. Upon return from active duty, Gene continued to serve in the United States Army Reserves until 1990, retiring as a Colonel. During this time, Gene worked in the Financial Services Industry as a Stock Broker, Mutual Fund Regional Representative and finally as Executive Vice-President at Calvin Bullock Ltd, New York. Returned to Ohio in 1990, he continued his career with The Ohio Company as Director of Mutual Funds. Retired in 1995. In recent years, he joined Spurgeon Financial Services Newark, Ohio as a Financial Advisor, retiring in 2009. An avid hiker, hunter, fisherman, photographer, and tennis player, he completed many of the Great Classic walks. His favorite was "The Tour duMont Blanc" in 1989. Surviving are his children, Eugene III, Christopher (Debbie), Michael (Tracy), Ruth (Chuck) Llewellyn, and Sheila Agan; grandchildren, Vanessa Agan, David (Andrea) Agan, Shelbi (Joey) Robbins, and Timothy (Jennifer) Llewellyn; great grandchildren, Isabella Agan, Samuel Agan, Gavin Robbins, and Peyton Llewellyn; sisters, Susan Savino (Elmira, NY), and Ann Marie Wagner (Bradenton, FL); sisters-in-law, Patricia Mailey (Horseheads, NY) and Else Tabolt (Manchester, NJ); and his cat, Jade. Besides his loving parents, Colonel Agan is preceded in death by his loving bride of 66 years, Marian Tabolt Agan; and brothers, James, Thomas, and Patrick Agan. A private funeral service will be held at McPeek-Hoekstra Funeral Home in Granville. Burial to follow at Maple Grove Cemetery with military honors rendered by the Licking County Veterans Alliance. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made online or to Red Cloud Indian School, 100 Mission Dr., Pine Ridge, SD or to Operation Smile, 3641 Faculty Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA. -Elmira Star-Gazette 2/23/2021

AHART ALFRED
The funeral of Fred Ahart will be held with a prayer service at the family home in the Town of Horseheads. Sunday at 2 p.m., & funeral service in the Presbyterian Church, Horseheads at 2:30 o’clock, conducted by the Rev. H.E. Malick. Burial in Maple Grove cemetery in charge of Horseheads Lodge F. & A.M.- Alfred Ahart died May 11, 1921.

AHART ANSON
Anson Ahart died at the family home in Millport, Friday at 4:15 o’clock, aged seventy-seven years. The decedent was born in Saxony, Germany, & came th this country as a young man. He was a member of  Old Oak Lodge, No. 253, F.&A.M., & the Wilson Dean Post, No. 416, G.A.R., both societies located in Millport. He is survived by his widow, a son Fred Ahart of Horseheads, & a daughter, Mrs. Carrie F. Worden of Elmira. The Funeral will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the home, the Rev. R.G. Whiting officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. The committal service will be conducted by the Masonic Lodge.- Anson died 7 Feb. 1913.
 

AKINS Pauline D. SQUIRES

Age 92 of Elmira Heights, NY died on Thursday May 24, 2012 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Pauline was born August 22, 1919 in Potter Brook, PA the daughter of the late Leslie and Estelle Taylor Akins. She was also pre-deceased by her brothers Robert Dalton and John Dalton as well as her sisters Myrtle Whipple and Eleanor Schoneman. Pauline was a graduate of Thomas A. Edison High School Class of 1939 and a member of Oakwood United Methodist Church in Elmira Heights, NY. She married her husband Lenard J. Squires on January 30, 1943 and they recently celebrated their 69th Wedding Anniversary on January 30, 2012. Pauline loved her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with them. Mrs. Squires is survived by her loving and devoted husband Lenard J. Squires; sons: Michael J. Squires of Elmira Heights, NY and John L. Squires of Goleta, CA; daughter: Shelley Barnes and Douglas Church of Elmira Heights, NY; grandchildren: Lindsay Barnes, Christopher Squires, Jennifer Squires Hanley,Tara & Joe Sabin; great grandchildren: Kendall Squires, Olivia Sabin, Felicia Squires, and Joe Sabin; sister-in-law: Beverly DePrimo of Winter Haven , Florida; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends including a special nephew Tom Schoneman and special niece Susan Biggs. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WSET BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY on Tuesday May 29, 2012 from 6-8 PM. Mrs. Squires' Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 8 PM with the Rev. Patricia L. Brown and Rev. Patrick Holder officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mrs. Squires through memorials to The Oakwood United Methodist Church 212 Oakwood Avenue Elmira Heights, NY 14903.  Star Gazette – May 26, 2012

 

DEAN P ALDRICH age 65 of Horseheads, NY, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2015, at home. Dean was born on April 10, 1950, in Frostburg, MD, to Sidney Aldrich and the late Edith Mae (Basil) Aldrich, who predeceased him in 1995. Dean is survived by his father, the Reverend Sidney Aldrich of Horseheads, NY; brothers, Thomas (Sharon) Aldrich of Dunmore, PA, Gilbert (Charlene) Aldrich of Morristown, TN, David Aldrich and Paul (Carol) Aldrich both of Pine Valley, NY; and several nieces and nephews. Dean was a lover of the arts, in particular abstract painting and gardening. He was a member and president of the Elmira Regional Art Society, and also received the PALETTE Award. Dean was a volunteer curator at the Franklin St. Gallery in Watkins Glen. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Inc. 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Thursday, May 28 2015, from 5 to 7pm. In addition, family and friends are invited to call at the First Baptist Church, 2293 Grand Central Ave., Horseheads on Friday, May 29 2015, from 10:30-11am where a celebration of his life will follow in church at 11am; burial to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. –Elmira Star-Gazette 5/28/2015

 

REV. SIDNEY S. ALDRICH, of Watkins Rd. Horseheads peacefully went home to be with the Lord Sunday Jul 9, 2017. Pastor Aldrich was born in Church, Iowa on Sept. 12, 1923 a son to J. Willard Aldrich and C. Constance Aldrich. He was predeceased by his loving and devoted wife, Edith (Basil) Aldrich in 1995 and also his son, Dean Aldrich in 2015. His surviving family includes sons, Thomas (Sharon) Aldrich of Dunmore, PA, Gilbert (Charlene) Aldrich of Knoxville, TN, David Aldrich of Elmira Heights, NY, Paul (Carol) Aldrich of Pine Valley, NY; grandchildren, Keane and Seth Aldrich, Stephen Aldrich, Heather Honaker (Aldrich) and Jennifer Brown (Aldrich), Andrea and Jonathan Aldrich. He was predeceased by seven older siblings. Pastor Aldrich was an Independent Baptist minister having served in several churches including Hillcrest Baptist Church in Elmira as well as Eckhart Baptist Church in Eckhart MD, Tabernacle Baptist Church in Williamsport PA and University Heights Baptist Church in Evansville, IN. He was the visitation pastor with First Baptist Church in Horseheads NY since 1995 having made over 35,000 visits during his ministry there. Family and friend are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Wed. July 12, 2017 from 5-7:00 pm. Friends are further invited to call at Horseheads First Baptist Church, 2293 Grand Central Ave., Horseheads, NY on Thurs. July 13, 2017 from 9:30-10:00 am where a service celebrating his life will follow at 10:00 am. Graveside committal service will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. Those wishing may remember Pastor Aldrich with Memorials to Horseheads Christian School 2293 Grand Central Ave.. Horseheads NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/11/2017
 

ALBERT M. ALLEN JR. (Prog) 8/5/1929 to 11/18/2020 of Elmira, NY formerly of Horseheads NY. Phog has reunited with the love of his life, Barbara, who pre-deceased him on January 2, 2018. From age 16 and 14 they were inseparable for 74 years (they were married for 64 years). He was also pre-deceased by his parents Albert M. Allen Sr. and Irene Johnson Allen, his brothers Richie Allen and Ronnie Allen , daughter-in-law Kathleen "Kathy" Dickinson Allen, father-in-law and mother-in-law Wayne and Lillian Ferguson , special cousin Al "Frosty" Frost , and brother-in-law Gerald Vople. Phog is survived by his son Gregg L. Allen and Donna Sheehan of Elmira, NY with granddaughter Alyssa (Jason Swingle) and newly born great grandson Storm Michael Swingle born October 20, 2020, and grandson Zachary Allen of Elmira, NY; son and daughter-in-law Gary and Karen Allen with granddaughter Chelsey (Nick Cummings) and great grandsons Asher and Aiden ages 3 and 1 and grandson Shane Allen (Melissa) all of Florida. Seeing the four grandchildren and three great grandchildren always made him light up. Phog is also survived by his sister-in-law Patsy Volpe as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends. Phog was well known for his quick wit and sense of humor as well as being a great athlete. He earned 12 varsity letters at Horseheads High School in basketball, baseball, and football. Phog was Horseheads' first athlete to be inducted in The New York State Section 4 Hall of Fame in 1975 and was also a member of The Horseheads and Elmira Halls of Fame. Also , while serving in The U.S.ARMY stationed in Europe he coached and captained the U.S. ARMY basketball team to a championship over European Olympic teams during the early 1950's ( Korean Conflict) time. Phog retired from The NYS Department of Correction after many years of dedicated service. The family would like to thank Woodbrook for the care he received and the friends he made there the last 3 years. And in recent days the dedicated doctors, nurses , and staff that cared for him at The Arnot Ogden Medical Center on the 5D COVID-19 care unit. A Special Thanks to his niece Suzie Driscoll and his long-time friend Vito Manzari and others who stayed in touch with Phog through the years. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home, 318 W. Broad, St., Horseheads NY on Monday July 19, 2021 from 3-5 PM. Phog's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours. Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Allen at 5 PM. Phog will be laid to rest with his beloved wife Barbara in Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude's Research Hospital on memory of Al "Phog" Allen by mail at 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN. -Elmira Star-Gazette 7/13/2021

ALLEN Kay L. Olin

Age 65 of Beaver Dams, NY died at Schuyler Hospital Aug. 17, 2011. She was born in Corning NY to Gilbert Phenes and Elizabeth (Johnson) Allen. Kay is survived by her loving husband, William H. Olin; Sister, Sherry Gill of Jacksonville, FL, Brother, David Phenes of Beaver Dams, NY. Several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Kay was also predeceased by her father-in-law, Charles H. Olin, mother-in-law, Annie Olin.  Kay was a devoted homemaker who loved quilting, crafts and shopping. She loved time spent with long conversations with friends and family. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Horseheads on Sunday Aug. 21, 2011 from 5-8:00 pm.  Her service will take place there at the funeral home on Monday at 1:00 pm with burial service to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.  Flowers are acceptable or those wishing may also remember Kay with memorials to:  Beaver Dams Vol. Fire Department 1590 County Road 19 Beaver Dams, NY 14812-9440 or  Schuyler Ambulance CorpPO Box 2 Watkins Glen, NY 14891.  Corning Leader – August 21, 2011
 

WARREN T. ALLEN SR. Age 71, of North St. Horseheads died unexpectedly after a brief illness, Thurs., Jan. 22, 2004, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa.  Warren was born June 4, 1932 in Horseheads, the son of the late Clarence and Susie (Faye) Allen.  A lifelong resident of Horseheads.  Mr. Allen is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Dorothy (Tripp) Allen; children, Joy (Dave) Southard of Moravia, Warren T. (Tootie) Allen Jr. of West Elmira, Robert (Susan) Allen of Elmira, Carol (Terry) Manhart of Alabama, Jean (Bob) Decker of Waverly , NY, Step-children, Michael (Linda) Girdina of Corning, and Rosemary (Stephen) Mullaney of Big Flats; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Louella Spencer of Montour Falls, Elnora (Michael) Savino of Horseheads, Geraldine Strong of Elmira and Sue (Sam) Chinelli of Penfield, NY; and several nieces and nephews.  Warren was a retired glassmaker with Corning Inc. when he retired there in 1990 after 40 active years of service.  A craftsman with glass at work and with wood at home.  Warren was equally talented as a woodworker.  He was an avid hunter, fisherman, bowler and golfer who outside of the devotion to his family, also enjoyed time spent on their summer home on the St. Lawrence River.  Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, today, Friday, January 23, 2004, from 4-7:00 p.m.  His service will take place there at the funeral home on Sat. January 24, 2004 at 10:00 am with the Rev. Ann Cassler officiating.  Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.

 

ALLIS –RUTH A. PECK, age 88, and longtime resident of Elmer Ave., Horseheads, died after an extended illness Monday, April 18, 2005, at home surrounded by the tender care of her daughter and son-in-law, Sally and Don Solometo and Southern Tier Hospice.  Ruth was predeceased by her husband, Floyd in 1993; her great-granddaughter, Brittany Eddy in 2004; and is survived by her son and daughters, Larry and Patricia Peck of Newport News, VA, Sally (McUmber) and Don Solometo of Erin, NY, Carol and Jeff Allen of Lawrenceville, GA; grandchildren, Diana (Nile) Eddy, Aaron (Carrie) Peck, Brian (Susie) McUmber and Erick (Michelle) McUmber and Taylor Allen and Laura Allen; six great-grandchildren.  Ruth was also predeceased by her brother, dean Allis in 1986.  She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Horseheads, and a member of the United Methodist Women Deborah Hannah Circle.  Ruth was active in the Horseheads Chapter of the Eastern Star #423 OES, the Horseheads Food Pantry and Horseheads Historical Society.  She was a graduate of EBI and a legal secretary for the law office of George Winner, Sr.  Ruth was also a member of the Home Bureau and a group of local ladies in the “lunch Bunch.”  She also worked as a Village of Horseheads Election Inspector.  Family and friends are invited to call at the First United Methodist Church, 1034 W. Broad St., Horseheads, on Saturday, April 30, 2005, from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.  Where her celebration of her life will follow at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne officiating.  Interment to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  Those wishing may express their sympathy with memorials to the Living Memorial endowment Fund of the First United Church, 1034 W. Broad St., Horseheads, NY or Southern Tier Hospice Inc., 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY.  Envelopes will also be available in church or through the Barber Funeral Home in Horseheads.  –Elmira Star Gazette.

 

ALOI Salvatore J. "Sam"

Of Elmira, NY died peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Thursday evening, August 8, 2012, at the age of 96. Sam was born November 5, 1915 in Binghamton, NY a son of the late Edward and Concetta Sindoni Aloi. He was a son of an Italian family who came to American from Sicily to start a family. With a family of eight, he remembers working with his father operating a fruit stand in Waverly, "Banana Curve", and to this day always smiled when he ate a banana. He spoke affectionately about his faithful horse companion, "Chesty", who chauffeured him through town delivering fruit. Sam loved to go to big band dance competitions with his brothers. He met his future wife at the club, one dance is all it took for him to fall in love and marry his "hunny". Sam gave his wife roses weekly for every year that they were together. He has many memories of family tradition opening day at Catherine creek, hunting, poker games, bocce, Italian game a Morra', cooking his famous apple pie, eggplant and peppers. He enjoyed watching his "pet" deer and fawns in his backyard. He carefully cared for his Christmas cactus for over 50 years that he dedicated to his parents. Still to this day it blooms every Easter and Christmas. Sam retired after 42 years from the Elmira Water Board with many fond memories, one being the flood of '72 where he rescued 7 people off a roof by a row boat. He was a humble man who built his own home little by little as time and money permitted. Most important to him was his family that he cherished and his devotion to his Catholic faith. He was blessed with many close friends who visited him often. His famous last words "DO IT MY WAY" as we will always remember his way or no way... Besides his parents, Sam is predeceased by wife of 58 years, Fannie "Hun" Sedinger Aloi; sons, James Aloi, infant son Edward and Sam "Skip" Aloi; daughter-in-law, Nancy Aloi; granddaughter,, Kim Aloi; four brothers, Steven, Peter, Anthony and Francis; two sisters, Antoinette and Marie; and stepsister, Violet. Sam is survived by grandchildren, Jay (Jen) Aloi of Gillet, PA, Denise (Tom) Argetsinger of Elmira, NY, Nicholas Aloi of Snowhill, MD; great-grandchildren, Andrew, Hunter, Brooke, Clayton, Logan, Keegan; sister, Connie Sevendau; stepsister, Nicalina Musto; half-sisters, Stefana Blair and Veronica Bump; best friend, Stan Perkowski; and neighbor, Joe and Wendy White; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St, at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Friday, August 10, 2012, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary Our Mother Church, 812 W. Broad St, Horseheads, NY on Saturday, August 11, 2012, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Christopher Linsler. Sammy will be laid to rest alongside his wife, Fannie, at Maple Grove Cemetery immediately following.   Star Gazette – August 10, 2012

 

AMES Lillian M. (Ames) YORK

Elmira: Age 83, died Monday, August 26, 2013. She is survived by her children, Richard York Jr., Debbie (Dan) Miller, John (Lisa) York; grandchildren, Teri York-Brown, Danielle Miller-Cervantes (Steve), Brett York (Tiffany Teal), Jenna (Brandon) Girardi, Jarid York, Kasi Sanders, Alex Sanders; great grandchildren, Kaitlyn Brown, Gavin and Owen Girardi, Macailyn York; brother, John (Dorothy) Ames, sisters-in-law, Marjorie Ames, Sharon Ames, Marlene Whitson; brothers-in-law Robert Darrow, Bird (Barbara) York; cousins June and David Pierson; special friend Jenny Kelly and her family; several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by husband Richard York Sr., daughter, Teresa York; son, William Roger York; parents William and Lillian Ames; sisters, Margaret Swithers, Marcella Pettie, Elinor Ames; brothers, William Ames, Phillip Ames, Douglas Ames; daughter-in-law JoAnn York. She retired after 18 years of service from the A & P plant as a Candy Maker. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira/Southport, NY on Thursday, August 29, 2013 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Funeral services honoring her life will follow the visitation at 7 PM. The Reverend William Vallet will celebrate Lillian's service. Interment will take place at the convenience of her family in Maple Grove Cemetery Horseheads, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to the American Cancer Society or the Arthritis Foundation 3300 Monroe Avenue Suite # 319 Rochester, NY 14618, or CareFirst, 11751 E. Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. Star Gazette – August 27, 2013

 

AMICO-KNAPP
Linda Louise Age 48 of 208 Clair Blvd. Horseheads, NY died on Wednesday November 22, 2006 at home surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Linda was born August 8, 1958 in Batavia, NY the daughter of Michael J. and Betty Jane Werner Amico. She was an avid Bingo player and bowler. Linda loved her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with them. Linda is survived by her sons: Alan M. Farnsworth and his fiancé Lindsey Vedder of Buffalo, NY and Birmingham, Alabama and Scott J. Knapp of Horseheads, NY; her parents: Michael J. & Betty Jane Amico of Horseheads, NY; brothers and sister-in-law: Kenneth A. & Marilyn Amico of Attica, NY and John M. Amico of Horseheads, NY; loving companion: Stan Henry of Horseheads, NY; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Friday November 24, 2006 from 7-9 PM. Linda's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday November 25, 2006 at 11:30 AM with the Rev. Richard Farrell officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.

ANDERSON - HENLEY
Marilyn J. Age 69, of Breesport, NY, died Tuesday morning, August 30, 2005. Marilyn was born October 8, 1935 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Carl L. and Elizabeth L. Logan Anderson. She was a teachers' aide of the Elmira City School District before her retirement. Pre-deceasing Marilyn in death was her husband, Robert P. Henley; and brother, Carl A. Anderson. Survivors include her sons, Robert E. (Patricia) Henley of Erin, NY, and Richard P. (Susan) Henley of Pine City, NY; grandchildren, Paul, Ryan, Meghan and Jordan; sister-in-law, Flora Anderson of Rochester, NY; brother-in-law, Ronald (Marilyn) Henley of Brooksville, FL; nieces and nephews; and special friends, Helen Mansfield and Dee Moore. Family and friends will be welcomed at Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St., Horseheads, NY, 607-739-2035 on Thursday, September 1, 2005, from 4-5 p.m. Marilyn's Funeral Service will be held immediately following with the Rev. Joe Cotner officiating. Interment will take place at Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family. Those wishing to remember Marilyn may do so through memorials to the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, 600 Roe Ave. Elmira, NY 14905 in her memory. Envelopes will be provided at the Funeral Home.

ANDERSON - GRANTIER
Marietta Anderson 7/31/11 - 2/5/05 died on February 5, 2005 in College Station, Texas. She lived in Elmira Heights and was retired from the Elmira Heights School District. She was a devoted member of Oakwood United Methodist Church, member of the New York State Retired Teachers Association, Past Matron of the Eastern Star Alert Chapter, and charter member of CCCP Credit Union. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest W. Grantier, Sr.; as well as by her parents, Edgar and Marietta Thornhill Anderson; sister, Agnes Anderson; and brothers, George Anderson and Edgar Anderson. She is survived by her son, Ernest W. Grantier, Jr., and wife, Karen Hall Grantier of College Station, Texas; granddaughter, Laural Grantier Snavely and husband, Jeff Snavely of Springfield, Virginia; and great-grandchildren, Jolie Marietta Snavely and Evan WEilliam Snavely; stepgranddaughter, Ashley Thomas and husband, Robby Thomas of Walker, Louisanna; and step great-granddaughter, Morgan Mayne Thomas; as well as many cousins, nephews, nieces, and many friends. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, July 30, 2005, at Ballard & Lindgren Funeral Home, 161 Oakwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY with the Reverend Alvin Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY.

ANDERSON –MARIETTA ANDERSON GRANTIER died on February 5, 2005. She was born July 31, 1911, in Vicksburg, MS, to Edgar Freeman Anderson and Marietta Thornhill Anderson and spent her childhood, adolescent and early adulthood in the state of MS. She was married on June 16, 1944, to Ernest W. Grantier Sr., in Dallas, Texas. After WWII she and her husband moved to Elmira and a short time later settled on Devonshire Drive in Elmira Heights, NY, where they lived, worked and raised a family. She was predeceased by her husband; parents; sister, Agnes Anderson; and brothers, George Anderson and Edgar Anderson. She is survived by her son, Ernest W. Grantier Jr. and wife, Karen Hall Grantier of College Station, Texas; granddaughter, Laura Grantier Snavely and husband, Jeff Snavely of Springfield, VA; and great-granddaughter, Jolie Marietta Snavely; and great-grandson, Evan William Snavely of Springfield, VA; step granddaughter, Ashley Thomas and husband, Robbie Thomas of Walker, LA; and step great-granddaughter, Morgan Mayne Thomas of Walker, LA; sister-in-law, Janet Anderson of Fenwick Island, DE; nephew, Barry Anderson and wife, Sissy Anderson of Bear, DE; niece, Kathy Hoffess and husband, Larry Hoffess of Georgetown, DE; nephew, James Crandle and wife, Janice Crandle of Virginia Beach, Virginia; nephew, Richard Gaasch of Toledo, Ohio; as well as many other cousins, nephews, nieces and close friends. She taught the 4th grade at old Cohen School on West Hill for many years was retired from the Elmira Heights School District, Elmira Heights, NY. Marietta had also been a teacher in MS, prior to WWII; and was a 1932 Honor Graduate of Mississippi College in Clinton, MS. She was a devoted member of Oakwood United Methodist Church, member of the New York State Retired Teachers Association, Past Matron of Eastern Star Alert Chapter, and charter member of CCCP Credit Union and was the pillar for her family, neighborhood, church and schools. She will be missed by all who knew her.  A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2005, at 11 a.m. at Memorial Funeral Chapel, 2901 Texas Ave., South College Station, Texas, with Rev. Alvin Hall officiating. The family asks in lieu of flowers, that memorials be made to Oakwood United Methodist Church, 210 Oakwood Ave., Elmira Heights, New York 14903, Hospice of Brazos Valley, 502 West 26th Street in Bryan, Texas 77803, or a charity of your choice. Submitted by Carol Brotzman.  –Elmira Star Gazette Feb. 8, 2005.  (Buried Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY.)

ANDREWS David W.

Age 56, of Clair Blvd., Horseheads and formerly of Binghamton, died after a brief illness June 1, 2013. His family includes his friend and cousin, Wayne Beechum; parents, Jack and Kathleen (Lewis) Andrews of Horseheads; sisters, Jeanette Andrews and Shari Andrews, both of Horseheads, Carol (Rich) Kinglsey of Elmira Heights and Laurie (Joe) Griffith of Hendersonville, NC; brothers, Jack (Tracy) Andrews of Nashville, TN and Mark Andrews of Horseheads; along with many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Dave was an Eagle Scout and graduate of SUNY Cobleskill. He worked for many years as a chef at Pronto's in Binghamton. While there he touched many lives with his food. He loved cooking, music, dogs, flowers and his family. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads today, June 6, 2013, from 5-7:00 p.m. His service will follow there at 7:00. Burial service in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads.  Star Gazette – June 6, 2013

 

ANDREWS Jack E.

Age 80 of Veteran Hill Rd. in Horseheads died at home August 9, 2013 at home surrounded by his family. Jack was born in Cooperstown, NY to Hubert and Mary (Dow) Andrews. He was predeceased by his parents; son, David; in laws, Kenneth and Clara Lewis; grandchildren, Katrina and Danielle Andrews. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen (Lewis) Andrews with whom he married May 23, 1955 and recently celebrated 58 years together in marriage. Also surviving are daughters and sons, Jeannette Andrews and Shari Andrews both of Horseheads; Carol (Rich) Kinglsey of Elmira Heights and Laurie (Joe) Griffith of Hendersonville, NC; Jack (Tracy) Andrews of Nashville, TN and Mark Andrews of Horseheads; along with 19 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews; sister, Bernice Louden and brother, Victor (Ava) Andrews. Jack was also predeceased by his brothers, James, Arthur and Wilbert and sisters, Leona, Charlotte, Jane and Ervine. Jack was a Boy Scout Leader for many years. He was Master Sergeant in the Army Reserves and graduated from both Cooperstown High School and EBI in Elmira. He loved to hunt. Jack also loved to bake cookies with his grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Horseheads on Monday August 12, 2013 from 4-7:00 p.m. His service will take place there at the funeral home on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. with burial and honors to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.  Star Gazette – August 11, 2013

 
APOSTALE Lee James Apostale

Formerly of Rolling Acres Road, Pine City, NY, was born June 17, 1921 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Peter James and Katherine (Gural) Apostale, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 9, 2011, at Elcor Health Services in Horseheads, NY at the age of 89. His loving wife, Ella Louise (Schonleber) predeceased him. He is survived by his beloved children, Anita Apostale of Rochester, NY, Lee (Jeannette) Apostale of Hornell, NY; adored grandson, Lee Apostale of Florida; along with one niece and one nephew. Lee proudly served his country in the US Army, serving in two wars, WWII and Viet Nam. He retired as Master Sergeant after 28 years and was a Purple Heart recipient. Lee also retired from Trayer Products after 15 years of service in the Tool Crib Department. He was a faithful communicant of St. Mary's Church. Family and friends are invited to attend Funeral Services honoring his life on Thursday, January 13, 2011, at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY. Interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY, privately at the convenience of his family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Alzheimer's Association , 435 East Henrietta Road c/o Development Office, Rochester, NY 14620 or to the Chemung County Humane Society SPCA, Route 352, Elmira, NY 14903.   Star Gazette – January 11, 2011

APPENZELLAR Rev. Dr. Larry L.

Age 70 of Elmira Heights, NY. He was born April 10, 1942 in Chambersburg, PA, son of the late Merle Stanley and Sarah Gladys (Aller) Appenzellar and died Friday, September 7, 2012 at home.  He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Georgia, beloved daughters and sons-in-law Anna Maria and David Viele, Laura Lee and Rev. David Sullivan, Penelope Suzette Appenzellar, all of Elmira Heights; grandchildren Andrew and Andrea Sullivan, Daulton, Connor, Autumn and Hunter Viele; brothers Fred of Huntsville, AL, Robert (Gail) of Chambersburg, PA and Richard (Debbie) of  Lorida, FL; sister Nancy (Danny) Farrow of Chambersburg, PA along with several nieces, nephews and cousins including special cousins Patricia and James Lowans.  Pastor Appenzellar was proud to serve his country in the U.S. Army. He was Associate Pastor of the Haws Avenue Methodist Church in Norristown, PA from 1978 to 1981 and then moved to Elmira Heights to become Pastor of Elmwood Avenue Baptist Church until his retirement in 2007. Furthering his commitment to the Lord, Rev. Dr. Appenzellar earned his PhD in Christian Counseling in 2001. He loved working with the youth in his church taking them on trips around the country to help others and to teach them the giving ways of the Lord.  He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid Washington Redskins, Penn State and Philadelphia Phillies fan.  Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Monday, September 10th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm.  His funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 11th at 10 am in Elmwood Avenue Baptist Church, 230 Elmwood Avenue, Elmira Heights. Rev. David Sullivan, his son-in-law, will officiate.  Committal prayers and interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Larry through donations to Elmwood Avenue Baptist Church, 230 Elmwood Ave., Elmira Heights, NY 14903.   Star Gazette – September 9, 2012

 
ARGENTIERI Thomas O. Jr.
Age 21 of Horseheads, NY, died unexpectedly on Sunday morning, December 9, 2007. Tom was born March 25, 1986, the first son of Thomas and Elizabeth (Egger) Argentieri Sr. Tom was attending Alfred University at the College of Business, with later plans of becoming a Chef. He graduated from Horseheads High School in 2004 and played football, lacrosse and travel soccer. His younger brother, Angelo James and an infant sister, Elizabeth, predeceased him. Tom is survived by his parents, Thomas and Elizabeth Argentieri of Horseheads, NY; sisters, Eleanor Argentieri of Horseheads, NY and Sarah Argentieri of Pittsburg, PA; maternal grandmother, Jacqueline Egger and her companion, Frank Kocourek of Horseheads, NY; paternal grandparents, Raymond and Josephine Argentieri of Rochester, NY; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and an abundance of everlasting friends. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY, on Friday, December 14, 2007, from 2-7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary's of the Lake, 905 Decatur St., Watkins Glen, NY, on Saturday, December 15, 2007, at 10 a.m. The Rev. Paul Bonacci will be the celebrant. Tom will be laid to rest with his brother and sister at Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads immediately following. A reception will follow at the American Legion Post, 71 Old Ithaca Road, Horseheads, NY.

 

WILLIAM HAROLD APPLEBY age 88, was born November 6, 1928 in Wellsboro, PA, the son of the late Benjamin Franklin and Pearl Lucy (Ripley) Appleby. He passed away peacefully on Monday, April 3, 2017 at Bethany Manor with family at his bedside. His loving wife of 46 years, Mary Ellen (Bergren) Appleby preceded him in death August 4, 2002. His brother, Vincent Appleby; sister, Ruth Brooks; brothers, Richard (Ellen) Hackett and Ernie Hackett also predeceased him. He is survived by his loving son and daughter-in-law, Daniel W. and Jill Appleby of Ovid, NY; beloved grandchildren, Anna, Ellen and Simon Appleby, also of Ovid, NY; brother, Robert (Faith) Appleby of Pine City, NY; sister, Joyce (John) Messino of Big Flats, NY; along with several nieces and nephews. Bill was a veteran of the US Army, proudly serving his country during the Korean War. Although he was a carpenter by trade, Bill was a painter from 1972 until his retirement in 1986 with the Chemung County Building and Grounds. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY on Friday, April 7, 2017 from 12:00 to 1:00PM. A Funeral Service celebrating William's life will follow the visitation at 1:00PM. Lay Pastor John P. Knapp will officiate. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY, where he will be laid to rest with his beloved wife, Mary. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Dementia Society of America, P. O. Box 600, Doylestown, PA. –Elmira Star-Gazette 4/4/2017
 

ARMS James A. Sr. "Baldie"
Age 78 of Erin, NY died on Monday October 27, 2008. He was born on June 12, 1930 in Paintsville, Kentucky the son of the late William and Lucinda Blair Arms. James married his wife Joyce E. Scholtisek Arms on October 31, 1964 and they would have celebrated their 44th Wedding Anniversary on Friday October 31, 2008. Mr. Arms was a Veteran of the Korean War serving his country with the U.S. Army. He was a Laborer for the International Laborers Union Local #1752 formerly Local #1358 in Elmira Heights, NY for over 45 years. He was very active with his wife Joyce in the Horseheads Cinderella Girls Softball League and a member of the Horseheads American Legion Post #442. He loved junking and playing cards. Mr. Arms was pre-deceased by his sisters: Mary Smith and Martha Long of Paintsville, Kentucky and his brother Lloyd Arms of Corning, NY. Mr. Arms loved his family and friends and cherished the time he spent with them. Jim is survived by his loving wife Joyce E. Scholtisek Arms; daughters and son-in-law: Tracey L. Arms of Beaumont, TX; Neva D. Arms Shelton and Tim Shelton of Horseheads, NY; son and daughter-in-law: James A. "Bubba" and LaShonda Arms Jr. of Big Flats, NY; grandchildren: Bradley D. Bell, Justen T. and Erik C. Samson, Samantha and Allysa Arms; brothers and sisters-in-law: Paul and Anna Mae Arms; Henry and Laura Arms; Harry and Janie Arms all of Geneva, NY; sister and brother-in-law: Linda and Louis Linthicum of TX; mother-in-law: Elizabeth deVries of Elmira, NY; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Ann Madison and Gene Bucholtz of Erin, NY; Ron and Margaret Scholtisek of Florida; Kathy Capozzi of Florida; Glenn Sholtisek of Horseheads, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Thursday October 30, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Jim's Funeral Services will be held on Friday October 31, 2008 at the Funeral Home at 11 AM. Pastor Thomas Allen will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Arms. The family will provide their own flowers, those wishing may remember Mr. Arms through a charity of one's choice.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/29/2008

ARMS-SHELDON NEVA "Nev" D.
Age 40, of Horseheads, died after a courageous battle with cancer in the comfort of her home on Thursday evening, July 2, 2009. Neva was born on January 5, 1969 to James and Joyce Scholtisek Arms Sr. She was a 1988 graduate of Horseheads High School and was employed by the school district as a certified teacher's assistant for seven years. Neva is predeceased by her father, James Arms Sr., in October of last year. She is survived by her husband, Tim Sheldon; her children, Justen Samson and Erik Samson; stepdaughters, Cassara Sheldon and Mackenzie Sheldon; mother, Joyce Arms; sister, Tracey Arms; brother, James (Lashonda) Arms; grandmother, Elizabeth DeVries; four legged companions, Tootsie and Iggy; and many other loving family members. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Monday, July 6, 2009, from 4-8 p.m. Neva's Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Verlyn Ratzlaff. She will be laid to rest alongside her father at Maple Grove Cemetery immediately following.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/4/2009

 

PATRICK J. ARNDT of Horseheads, NY passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, December 11, 2014 at the age of 66. Pat was born on July 15, 1948 in Renovo, PA a son of the late James Arndt and Helen Winklebleck. Pat is also predeceased by his step-father, Raymond "Wink" Winklebleck and mother-in-law Joanne Tinker. He was a life-long actor, director and founder of Center Stage Community Theatre. An educator, golfer and avid Penn State Fan. Life member and past Exalted Ruler of the Lock Haven Elks BPOE #182 and current member of Corning Elks Lodge BPOE #1071. Pat is survived by his wife, Marcia A. Tinker of Horseheads, NY; brother, John (Loretta) Arndt of Elmira, NY; sister, Kathy (Marty) Worth of Florida; nephew, John Arndt Jr; niece Janna Stirk; sister-in-law, Jayne (Paul) Spadafora and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Sunday, December 14, 2014 from 12PM - 3PM. Pat's Funeral Service and Elks's Lodge of Sorrow Service will be held at the conclusion of hours with Rev. Rhonda Kouterick officiating. Pat will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. The family graciously accepts remembrances with donations in Pat's memory to Center Stage Community Theatre, PO Box 985, Corning, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 12/12/2014

 

ARNOLD Kenneth Dwight, 8 Apr 1914 – Jan 1987
ARNOLD,Virginia M Veazie, 14 Aug 1920 – Jan 1987, Mrs. Kenneth Dwight Arnold
Kenneth and Virginia Arnold are both buried in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY.  Kenneth D Arnold was probably the son of Bowen D and Jennie E Arnold of Dolgeville, NY. He was born 8 Apr 1914 in New York, probably in Dolgeville. He graduated from Dolgeville [NY] High School and served as an officer in the Signal Corps, U. S. Army, 15 months in the Phillipines, during World War II.   Virginia M Veazie was born 14 Aug 1920, the daughter of Stephen Fay Veazie and Mary Tifft, Coopers Plains, NY. She graduated from Painted Post High School and Syracuse University, and was a member of the Economics Department of the Olean [NY] High School.  Kenneth and Virginia were married Monday, Aug 12, 1946, in the home of her parents in Coopers by Rev. Larimer W Clippen? of Corning. The bridesmaid was Miss Doris Veazie, cousin of the bride and daughter of Max Monroe Veazie and Hyla Barkley. The best man was Kenneth Veazie, brother of the bride. The couple left for a motor trip through New England later that day. Guests included Mrs. J. Arnold of Dolgeville, mother of the groom, Miss Ellen Teller of East Palmyra and Miss Helen Hickey of Olean.  Kenneth and Virginia had a son, Brent Arnold, of Horseheads, NY.  Kenneth Veazie, also a World War II veteran, is buried in Woodlawn Memorial Cemetery.
Sources:
1920 Census NY, Dolgeville, Herkimer Co., NY
1930 Census NY, Manheim, Herkimer Co., NY
1920, 1930 Census NY, Erwin, Steuben Co., NY
Olean Times Herald, Thursday, August 15, 1946 – Wedding announcement
Social Security Death Index: Kenneth Arnold, Virginia Arnold
Maple Grove Cemetery [Horseheads, NY] death records
Brent Arnold, Horseheads, NY – correspondence to Bruce Veazie, Emmaus, PA, 22 Dec 2008
 
ARNOLD Vaughn J. Manwaring

Age 87 of Elmira Heights, NY formerly of Horseheads, NY died on Saturday March 12, 2011 at The Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Mrs. Manwaring was born May 20, 1923 in Wheeler, NY the daughter of the late George and Beulah Williamson Arnold. She was a graduate of Beardsley Business School and was a Legal Secretary for Attorney Henry Bush in Horseheads, NY. Vaughn married her husband Sidney J. Manwaring on February 12, 1949 and he pre-deceased her on July 9, 2006. She was also pre-deceased by her sister Carole E. Arnold on September 12, 1961. Vaughn was a member of Christ's United Methodist Church in Elmira, NY and is now a member of New Beginnings United Methodist Church in Elmira, NY. Mrs. Manwaring loved her family and friends and cherished the time she spent with them. Vaughn is survived by her loving and devoted daughters and son-in-law: Susan & Masami Ichikawa of Horseheads, NY and Janet Joki and her partner Phyllis Dombroski of Elmira Heights, NY; grandchildren: Melissa Williams, Davis & Lisa Joki, Elizabeth Delano, and Kaitlyn Joki; great grandchildren: Amanda Sue Williams, Jude Jonathan Williams, Sidney Vaughn VanOrder, Autumn Amber Joki, and Reece Allen Joki; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Tuesday March 15, 2011 from 6-8 PM. Mrs. Manwaring's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours with the Rev. Fred S. Kelsey and the Rev. Michael Weeden officiating. Vaughn will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY next to her beloved husband Sidney and her beloved sister Carole. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mrs. Manwaring through memorials to the American Lung Association in New York National Processing Center P.O. Box 7000 Albert Lea , MN 56007-8000 . The Family would like to give a Special Thank You to the Staff of 4D at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center and to Dr. Reddy.  Star Gazette – March 14, 2011
 

ATKINSON - SHELDON, Gladys "Betty"
Age 77, of Elmira Heights, NY. She was born December 21, 1930 in Elmira Heights, daughter of the late Lester and Hazel (Graffius) Atkinson, and died Saturday, May 10, 2008 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was predeceased by her brother, Lester (Louie) Atkinson, Jr. Betty is survived by her children, Marvin and Rosemary (Ervin) Sheldon of Warrenton, VA, with grandchildren, Lindsay and Jon; Jon and Pam (Knowles) Sheldon of Elmira, with grandchildren, Christie Kennedy and Robbie Sheldon, Jackie Morgan and Chris Butler; Daniel (Bucky) and Cindy (Smith) Sheldon with grandchildren, Josh and Kenny; Brian and Terry Sheldon of Medford, OR; Lonie (her favorite) and Mary (Barber) Sheldon of Elmira Heights; Anita (Sheldon) and Ed (Skip) Speaker of Delevan, NY, with grandchildren, Lisa, Colleen and Edward; sisters, Dorothy Labore, Katherine Saia, Theodora Terwilliger and Martha Nystrom; sister-in-law, Marjorie Atkinson; along with several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Betty also had a host of lifelong friends and neighbors that brought her companionship, support and laughter. She retired from the Arnot Ogden Medical Center and was a member of Elmwood Avenue Baptist Church. Betty was a loving, supportive mother, always available to us day or night. We will miss her more than words can say and may the peace of the Lord be with her always. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Tuesday, May 13th from 6 to 8 p.m. Her funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 14th at 11 a.m. in Elmwood Avenue Baptist Church, 230 Elmwood Ave., Elmira Heights. Rev. David Sullivan will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Betty through donations to Elmwood Avenue Baptist Church.  Published in the Star-Gazette from 5/11/2008 - 5/12/2008.
 
AUGE Beverly Jean Bidwell

Age 68 of Elmira, NY died on Friday January 21, 2011 after an extended illness. Beverly was born December 13, 1942 the daughter of the late Elmer Clair Auge and Erma Hazel Auge Palmer. She attended Binghamton School of Nursing and retired as a Advocate/Caregiver for Broome County Developmental Services. Beverly served as a Docent for The Corning Museum of Glass. Beverly was pre-deceased by her parents, her step-father Floyd C. Palmer Jr, her son Steven D. Bidwell, and brother-in-law Robert Garrett. Beverly is survived by her son: Michael Bidwell of Texas; daughter Becky Vandercook of Painted Post, NY; grandchildren Jeremy, Seth, Skyler, Catherine, Aiden, and Sophia; sisters and brother-in-law: Barbara and Larry Briggs of Horseheads, NY, Benita Garrett of New Windsor, NY, and Sandra Auge of Wellsburg, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Thursday January 27, 2011 from 3-5 PM. Beverly's Funeral and Committal Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours with Rev. Christopher E. Linsler officiating. Beverly will be laid to rest next to her son Steven in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. Flowers are acceptable or those wishing may remember Beverly through memorials to Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East Corning Road Corning, NY 14830.  Star Gazette – January 24, 2011
 

AUGUSTINE Paula A. Sechrist (Mimi)

Of Horseheads, NY and East Lake Road on Keuka Lake, NY died unexpectedly on Wednesday January 18, 2012. She is survived by her devoted daughter Georgette Sechrist Moschetti, son-in-law Vincent A. Moschetti, and granddaughter Suzette Ann Sechrist Moschetti of Horseheads, NY and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Paula is pre-deceased by her beloved husband, Captain Edwin G. Sechrist, parents George and Mary Sapanic Augustine, brothers John, Albert, Herman, and Joseph. She was also pre-deceased by Nettie and Edwin L. Sechrist and Bodine and Pat Sechrist. Mrs. Sechrist enjoyed a well-travelled life as an airline captain's wife. Some of her most favorite and frequent destinations were Hawaii, Lake Tahoe, and Las Vegas as well as summers spent at her Keuka Lake home. Paula will be fondly remembered best for her beauty, quick wit , and famous pies. She exemplified dedicated devotion to her family as well as strong perseverance through life's tragedies and triumphs. Let the joyous reunion begin! Special thanks to her medical care providers Dr. Povanda, Dr Tapia, Dr. Waheed, and the kind nurses and staff at Arnot Ogden's Intensive Care Unit. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday January 23, 2012 at 12 Noon at St. Mary Our Mother Church in Horseheads, NY. Paula will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband Edwin in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. Arrangements are entrusted to the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY.  Star Gazette – January 20, 2012
 

AUSTIN –BARABARA AUSTIN WOLCOTT. Age 61 of Fairport Terrace Apartments in Horseheads, NY died peacefully on Thursday July 17, 2003 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY surrounded by her loving family, Mrs. Wolcott was born in Blossburg, PA on March 8, 1942 the daughter of Raymond and Sarah Cleveland Austin.  Barbara was a loving and devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt.  Mrs. Wolcott was predeceased by her father Raymond Austin; daughter; Cindy Bixby and son; Scott Bixby.  Barbara is survived by her mother Sarah Cleveland Austin of Horseheads, NY; son and daughter-in-law; Ronald and Diane Bixby of Wantagh L.I., NY; daughters and son-in-law: Linda and Michael Chapura of Elmira, NY; Stacia Wolcott and Bobbi Robinson of Rochester, NY; grandchildren; Shawn, Amanda, Sarah, Theresa, and Monica; brothers and sisters-in-law; Gerald and Mary Jane Austin of Breesport, NY; David and Shelia Austin of Horseheads, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends.  Relatives and friends are invited to attend Barb’s Gravesite Service on Monday July 21, 2003 at 11 AM at Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.  In lieu of flowers those wishing may remember Barbara through memorials to the American Heart Association Heart Gifts Processing Center Northeast Affiliate, P.O. Box 3049 Syracuse, NY or the American Lung Association of Mid New York, 311 Turner Road, Utica, NY.  Arrangements are entrusted to the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home in Horseheads, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette.

 

AUSTIN Kenneth
Age 72 of Elmira, NY, died Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility in Elmira. Kenneth was born on June 23, 1935, son of the late Dorrance and Mabel (Starkey) Austin. Kenneth retired from the A&P Plant in Horseheads, NY after many years of service. Survivors include his sister, Carol Austin of Elmira; brothers, Raymond (Mildred) Austin of Elmira and Lawrence (Susan) Austin of Penn Yan, NY. Kenneth was predeceased by his wife, Helen; sister, June Freeman. Family and friends are invited to call Monday, April 7, 2008, from 2 to 3 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. with Pastor Brian Harris officiating. Interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 4/3/2008 - 4/5/2008.

 

AUSTIN Edna R. SCHMICK

Age 83 of Sing Sing Rd. Horseheads died Nov. 28, 2012. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald in 2006. Her surviving family includes her sons and daughters, Rodney (Deb) Schmick of Rochester, NY, Joan Corby of Tonawanda, NY, Paul (Brenda) Schmick of Horseheads, NY and Renee (Charles) McGowan of Nashville, TN; 13 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and several nieces and nephews. Brothers and sisters, Doris Russell of Elmira, NY, Jane (The Rev. Donald) Rockwell of Pine City, NY, Mary Lou (Philip) Parsons of Canton, PA, Frederick Austin of California. In addition to her husband she was also predeceased by her brothers, Robert and Lawrence Austin. Edna was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. In her earlier years she worked cleaning houses, and also worked in several area banks. She loved the Christmas Season and time spent with family. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Horseheads on Monday Dec. 3, 2012 from 3-6:00 pm. Her service will be celebrated in the funeral home on Tuesday at 10:00 am with her brother-in-law, Rev. Donald Rockwell officiating. Burial service will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. Those wishing are encouraged to bring with them a story, a memory or remembrance of Edna that will assist her family in building a wonderful story and memory book of Edna's life.   Star Gazette – December 2, 2012 

 

LURAE S. AUSTIN.  Age 40 of 346 Noble Street, Elmira, NY died Monday, December 9, 2002, Lurae was born in Towanda, PA, daughter of Wendell and Larena (Johnson) Austin.  Lurae worked at Walmart in the town of Big Flats, NY as a stocker/cashier.  Lurae was predeceased by her father Wendell in 1982.  Survivors include her mother, Larena of Elmira, NY; son, Jeff of Elmira; daughter, Brittany Gilbert of Elmira; sisters, Jodi Austin and Jackie Starkweather, both of Elmira; brother, Dana Austin of Elmira; grandchild, Michael Austin of Elmira; along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  Family and friends are invited to call Friday, December 13 2002 from 11 AM to 1 PM at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home.  Funeral services will be held there at 1 PM with Reverend Walter Wainwright officiating.  Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.  In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made in Lurae’s memory to the United Cerebral Palsy & Handicapped Children’s Association of Chemung Co., at 1118 Charles Street, Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette.

 

AUSTIN Mary A. Mack

Age 97 died on Sunday September 15, 2013 at St. Joseph's Skilled Nursing Unit. Mary was born July 5, 1916 in Horseheads, NY the daughter of the late Frank E. and Marie Hill Austin. She married her husband, Wayne D. Mack, on May 10, 1946 and he predeceased her on October 28, 1996. Mary was also predeceased by her sisters and brothers-in-law Edyne and Bill Young, Kate and Lester Keener; her brothers and sisters-in-law Leland and Margaret Austin and Oren and Margaret Austin; her nieces Mary Kay Young and Nancy Bailey; and her nephew Charles Keener. Mrs. Mack was a life-long resident of Horseheads and she will be missed by all. She was The Horseheads Town Clerk for 20 years from January 1963 to April 1983 and issued many people their marriage license. Mary was a caring Christian woman who helped whenever she could and was never judgmental and a friend to everyone she met. She was a charter member of The Calvary Baptist Church (Lighthouse Baptist Church) in Horseheads, NY. Mary's Family would like to thank The Skilled Nursing 5th Floor Unit at St. Joseph's Hospital for their loving and compassionate care during Mary's stay. Mary is survived by her nieces Barbara (Glenn) Smith and Eula (Bill) Pratt all of Horseheads, NY; nephews: Raymond (Johanna) Keener of California, Tom (Cindy) Young of Elmira , NY and Wayne Young of Horseheads, NY, several grand nieces, grand nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends . Relatives and friends are invited to call at the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY on Thursday September 19 , 2013 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Mrs. Mack's Funeral and Committal Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours. Mary will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband Wayne in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, it was Mary's wish that she be remembered through memorial donations to Lighthouse Baptist Church, 209 Gardner Road Horseheads, NY 14845, The Horseheads Town Animal Shelter, 150 Wygant Road, Horseheads, NY 14845, or by an act of kindness.   Star Gazette – September 17, 2013

 

RONALD L. AUSTIN SR. of Horseheads, NY passed away peacefully on October 25, 2019 at the age of 81. Ron was born on July 9, 1938, son of the late Leslie and Sophia Gursky Austin. Ron served his country honorably with the US Army at Ft. Benning with the honor guard. He also served as a councilman with Town of Catlin and was a member of the Big Flats Legion. He was a dedicated employee of Westinghouse, Cutler-Hammer and Eaton Corp. for over 49 years. He loved spending his summers at Cayuga Lake, with occasional trips to the casino. Ron is predeceased by his wife Judy of 54 years, in April. He is survived by sons, Ronald (Kelli) Austin Jr. and Brent Austin; grandchildren, Ashley (Bryan Wilkinson) and Leslie (Josh Bellows); great grandchildren, Mia, Jordan, Zayne, Zoey, Colsyn and Brinley and several extended family members. The family will welcome relative and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Friday, November 1, 2019 from 4-6PM. His Funeral Service will follow at the conclusion of hours. He will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Those wishing to remember Ron please consider memorial contributions to Arctic League, PO Box 113, Elmira, NY. -Elmira Star-Gazette 10/29/2019

 

AXTELL - Obituary with annotations
L. Elizabeth Axtell Barnes
Mrs. William Barnes, Wife of Jeweler, Dies in New York
Mrs. L. Elizabeth Axtell Barnes, 38 Church Street, this city (Little Falls, NY), died at 4:30 yesterday afternoon (18 Sept 1949), in Memorial Hospital, New York (City). She had been ill for several years, and her condition had been serious for the past two months.  Mrs. Barnes was born on June 5, 1886, at Horseheads, in Chemung County, (NY)  a daughter of Henry Winsor and Lenora Andrus (Andrews) Axtell. Her marriage to Mr. (William Edwin) Barnes was performed at her farm home at Big Flats, (NY) on August 14, 1912. (Henry Winsor was b. July 21, 1847 at Catlin, NY, m. Lenora Andrews -  Dec. 29, 1875. Lived 14 years on the Axtell farm in Catlin, five years at Horseheads, four years at Big Flats, and in April 1900, returned to the old place in Catlin. He was the son of John and Sabra Brockway Axtell.)  Since coming to Little Falls to live (William and Elizabeth and their two sons moved to Little Falls, from Corning, NY in 1927. William, son of Eliab M. and Estella Viola Dailey Barnes, was born in Hammond, Middlebury, Tioga, Co., PA December 20, 1886. He attended Reese Watchmaking and Engraving School in Elmira, graduating in 1908. Both of the Barnes’ sons were born in Corning; Richard in 1814, and Ellsworth in 1815. Ellsworth used to say their house in Corning was located exactly where the entry doors to the new Corning Glass Works Company are now.) Mrs. Barnes had been a member of the Methodist Church, the WSCS of the church, and the Emily Simpson Bible class. She also served for some time as a member of the board of directors of the Women’s Christian Association. (Family also said Elizabeth was an enthusiastic member of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union – WCTU. Both William and Elizabeth felt strongly about abstaining from the use of alcohol, whereas much of the rest of the family stood  neutral-to-favorably inclined  on this issue.)  Mrs. Barnes was especially deeply interested in the work of the Methodist church, and so long as her health permitted was active in the church and its organizations to which she belonged. (Family lore was that Elizabeth went to church five times every Sunday, attending various services and activities, and several times weekdays.)  She is survived by her husband, a well known Little Falls jeweler; two sons, Richard E. (m. Josephine E at the Little Church Around the Corner in NYC. b. June 27, 1913; d. Apr 22, 1975 and 2nd m. to Naomi R, Urich on Jan 1, 1976.) of this city, and Ellsworth W. of Ilion; two grand-daughters; three sisters, Mrs. A. J. (Anthony Joseph – known as “A Joe” ) Fulkerson (Alice ‘Ali’ Irene b. 31 Jan 1877) of Big Flats; Mrs. Maude (Linda Maude b. 6 Jun 1879, m. Fred E. Russell 10 Feb 1900) Russell of Miami, Fla., and Mrs. Burt (Mazie L. b. 13 Nov 1890. They had a family business – Commercial Press - in Elmira.) Kenyon, Elmira; (Obituary omitted one sister: Dencie I. b. 17 Feb 1884, d. 1909; m. F. C. Farnsworth)   three brothers, (Lewis Herbert b. 14 Oct 1881; m. Ann L. Jenkins b. 1883, d. 1908; buried Webbs Mills Cemetery, Southport, Chemung) Herbert Axtell of East Rochester;  Harold (W. -  b. 29 Sep 1893)) Axtell of Florida, and  (E. Herman b. 1 Nov 1896)Herman Axtell of Dundee, N.Y.  A private funeral will be conducted from the Newitt Funeral home Wednesday at the convenience of the family. Rev. C. T. Winkworth, pastor of the Methodist church will officiate, and burial will be made at Horseheads. (William and Elizabeth are buried in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, Chemung Co., NY. Other family buried in Maple Grove are: Henry Winsor Axtell, Leonora Andrus Axtell, Dencie I. Axtell Farnsworth, Maud A. Axtell Russell, Burt E. Kenyon, Mazie A. Axtell Kenyon and Burt & Mazie’s daughter – Marjorie K. Kenyon Bloom and her1st husband Charles W. Bloom. The spellings included in this cemetery listing are ‘as listed’ on the 200/2001 stone readings – http://www.rootsweb.com/~srgp/cemc/maplgr07.htm  William’s parents, and many other Barnes’ are buried in Rural Home Cemetery, Big Flats, Chemung Co., NY. See: http://www.rootsweb.com/~srgp/cemc/ruralh02.htm  Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday evening, from 7 to 9 o’clock.   Sources:  Family notes, newspaper obituary, Axtell Genealogy, 1945, Compile by Carson A. Axtell, Fairhaven, Mass.  For more Axtell information, Google on “Axtell Family” or go to http://www.axtellfamily.org   Elizabeth is a direct descendent of Thomas Axtell of Sudbury, Massachusetts b. abt 26 Jan 1619 in Berkhamstead, Hertfordshire, England, d. Mar 1646 in Sudbury, MA. Thomas’ brother – Col. Daniel Axtell, Captain of the Parliamentary Guard at the trial of King Charles I at Westminster Hall 1649, was hanged, drawn and quartered (19 October 1660)  for his role as regicide in the trial and execution of King Charles I .

BACALLES Matina Of Elmira Heights and formerly of Horseheads, died unexpectedly Saturday, June 25, 2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was predeceased by her father, Peter; and survived by her mother, Bessie; along with sisters, Christina and Georgia; and several aunts, uncles, and loving cousins. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Tuesday, June 28, 2005, from 4 to 6 p.m. Her service will follow there at 6 p.m. Interment on Wed., June 29, 2005, Maple Grove Cemetery Horseheads

PETER BACALLES, age 84, of Elmira Heights, and formerly a longtime resident of Mill St., Horseheads, died Sat., March 12, 2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was born Oct. 23, 1920 in Corning, NY, the son of the late Anthony and Georgia (Pollakos) Bacalles. Peter is survived by his daughters, Georgia (Thomas) Douda of Amity Harbor, LI, NY, Christina Bacalles of Horseheads, and Matina Bacalles of Elmira Heights; sister, Celia Strum of Smithtown, LI, NY; former spouse, Bessie (Nick) Nestopoulos of Horseheads; and several nieces and nephews. He was also predeceased by his brother, Louis Bacalles. Pete and his family were the former owner/operators of Bacalles Soda Bar in Corning, NY. He was a veteran of the US Army, where he served in a Tank battalion. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home today, Monday, March 14, 2005, from 4 to 6 p.m., where his service will take place there at the funeral home at 6p.m. Interment with military honors in Maple Grove Cemetery. Submitted by Carol Brotzman.  –Elmira Star Gazette Mar. 14, 2005.

BACON Harold D.
Age 84, of Elmira Heights, died
at home surrounded by his family on Feb. 28, 2010. He was born in Albion, NY on Oct. 17, 1925. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Wilcox) Bacon; daughters and son, Tammy (Kenneth) Forsyth of Elmira Heights, Eunice (Donald) Eno of Horseheads, Scott (Beth Pasto) Bacon of Ithaca; grandchildren, Eric, Shaun, Kenneth, Joe, Monica, Jeffery, Stephanie, Cheyanna, Donald, Adrianne, Ryan, Savannah; great-grandchildren, Belle, Shaun Jr. He was a longtime bartender and janitor at Snookies in Elmira and the former Italian Pantry and Shullman's and was an avid fisherman and woodworker. Family and friend are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads on Thursday, March 4, 2010, from 3-4:00 p.m. where his service will follow at the funeral home at 4:00 p.m. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.- Elmira Star Gazette, Mar.3.2010
 

BAKER Edith Gail Burdick

Age 83 of Horseheads, NY died on Wednesday June 29, 2011. Gail was born April 26, 1928 in Horseheads, NY the daughter of the late Merle V. Baker and Helen Gilbert Baker Sr. She was pre-deceased by her husband Harold F. "Hal" Burdick in 1984 and by her son Harold F. "Bud" Burdick Jr. in 1992, her sister and brother-in-law Florence & Bill Tenny, her sisters–in-law and brothers-in-law: Fran & Chuck Wolf, Jean Pronti, and James & Tess Burdick. Gail was a long-time employee of McDonald's in Horseheads, NY from 1972-2003. She recently began volunteering at The Depot in Horseheads, NY. Mrs. Burdick devoted her life to her family and loved the time she spent with them and her friends. Mrs. Burdick is survived by her children: Bob & Sheila Burdick of NC, Barb & Bob Crandall, David & Mary Burdick, Debbie & Tony Liquori, Gail Burdick, Darlene & Gabe Platukis of Oneonta, NY, Tina Burdick Landis, Gary Burdick, Mick & Teri Burdick, and Pam & Tom Griffiths; 17 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; sisters and brothers: Merial Allen of Millerton, PA, Margaret Kowalski, Albert & Jean Baker, and Donna & Bruce Sprague all of Horseheads, NY, Merle "Butch" & Bonnie Baker of Odessa, NY, and Kenneth & Diane Baker of Horseheads, NY; brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Michael Pronti of Elmira, NY and Jack & Cindy Burdick of Erin, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Sunday July 3, 2011 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Gravesite Committal Services will be held at the convenience of the family in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where she will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband and son.  Star Gazette – July 1, 2011
  

BAKER - INSOGNA Evelyn L. Baker
Age 95 of Horseheads, NY died on Tuesday January 15, 2008 at home. Evelyn was born on May 18, 1912 in Sykesville, MD the daughter of the late Harry and Ivy Holtzner Baker. Mrs. Insogna was a retired employee of Remington Rand in Elmira, NY. She was a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Church in Horseheads, NY. Evelyn was an avid bowler and loved crafts. She was pre-deceased by her husband Dominic Insogna on February 8, 1987 and her son-in-law Gerald E. Dempsey who died on October 27, 2006. She was also pre-deceased by several brothers and sisters. Mrs. Insogna is survived by her daughter: Margaret Dempsey of Horseheads, NY; sons and daughters-in-law: Dominic Anthony and Christine Insogna of Big Flats, NY; Michael P. Insogna of Millport, NY; grandchildren: Theresa Insogna of Horseheads, NY and Nicholas (Morgan) Insogna of Horseheads, NY; great grandchildren: Allyson, Kaylee, Breonna, and Anthony; brother and sister-in-law: Harold and Evelyn Baker of Millerton, PA; sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Jennie and Frank Burkhart of Sayre, PA; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Thursday (Today) January 17, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mrs. Insogna's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday January 18, 2008 at 10 AM with Rosemary Bloise officiating. Evelyn will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband Dominic in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Evelyn through memorials to a charity of one's choice.  Published in the Star-Gazette from 1/16/2008 - 1/17/2008.
 

BALDWIN John Bertrand
J. Bert Baldwin, 68, died Thursday, April 9, 1936, at the family home at Horseheads. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. John VanWhy of Horseheads, Mrs. Marvin Christian of Pine City; two sons, Gerald B. of Horseheads, George of Ithaca; eight grandchildren. Funeral Saturday, 2:30 p.m., in the home of Mrs. John VanWhy, Horseheads. Rev. Herbert Wilcox. Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.

 

S. ROBERT BALDWIN age 95 of Horseheads. He was born on December 23, 1923 in Corning, NY, son of the late Martin and Mary W. (Wintermute) Baldwin, and passed away on Monday evening, November 18th, 2019. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his wife, Madeline Westlake in 2009, his son Gary in 1990, and his grandson Chadd in 2005. Bob is survived by his son & daughter-in-law, Martin (Mary) Baldwin of Horseheads; daughter-in-law Glenda Baldwin of Bartlett, TN; granddaughters Kristen Baldwin of Horseheads, Melissa Phillips of Memphis, and Samantha Baldwin of Memphis; several beloved great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Pauline Titus of Jacksonville, FL; his dear friend Beverly Flisnick; along with several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. Bob served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. Aboard a submarine in the Pacific during World War II. Upon returning home worked for Westinghouse for over 18 years, Xerox in Rochester for 12 years, and spent almost 25 years employed by NCR in Ithaca before retiring. He was a member of the Horseheads Presbyterian Church; Bob sat on the original building committee in the 60's. He was also a member of the Horseheads American Legion and the Elmira Heights VFW. In his retirement Bob became known for his green thumb and his avid golfing which included the Soaring Eagles Mini Tour. Family and friends are invited to visit the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main, St., in Horseheads, on Friday November 22, 2019 from 3 pm to 6 pm. Bob's funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 23rd 2019 at 11 am at the First Presbyterian Church of Horseheads, 2297 Westinghouse Road, Horseheads, NY. Committal and interment in Maple Grove Cemetery, time and date to be announced in Sunday's paper. -Elmira Star-Gazette 11/21/2019

Hiram BANKS died Thursday at 11 p. m. at the family home in Cortland, age seventy-one years.  The decedent was a native of Chemung County and a veteran of the Civil War.  He is survived by his widow, a brother, Edward Banks of Millport.  The remains will be removed to Horseheads for burial in the Maple Grove cemetery Sunday morning about 11 o'clock.  (Elmira Star Gazette, Page 17, Friday, 19 August 1921)

Milton BANKS died this morning at 11:45 o'clock at the family home on South Pine Street, Horseheads, after an extended illness.  The decedent was born at Millport and removed to Horseheads when a young man and settled on a farm at the east of the village.  About 25 years ago he retired from active business life and has since resided at the family home on Pine Street in this village.  He is survived by his widow, who was formerly Miss Jennie Carpenter; two grandchildren, Cornelia and Stanley Banks; also two brothers, Edwin Banks of Millport, and Hiram Banks of Cortland.  The funeral will be held at the home Saturday at 3 p. m.  Burial in the Maple Grove cemetery in Horseheads.  (Elmira Star Gazette, Page 3, Thursday, 7 June 1917)

BARBER - Mrs. Nina Van Gorder of Washington D.C., formerly of Horseheads. Monday, May 31, 1943. At  6 p.m. Mrs. Van Gorder was the daughter of the late Clarence E Barber of Horseheads. Survived by husband Lee Van Gorder; son Charles; daughter, Nadine all of Washington, sisters, Mrs Kathryn Matzinger of Liberty, NY; Brothers C.A. Barber of New Brunswick, Ohio; O.H. Barber, John C Barber, both of Elmira. Body  will arrive in Elmira late Wednesday afternoon and will be taken to the Steffen Funeral Home where funeral will be held Thursday at 2 p.m.; burial at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.

BARCHET LILLIAN J. ARMSTRONG
Lillian J. Campbell Age 89 of Zephryhills, Florida formerly of Horseheads, NY died on Tuesday February 13, 2007. Lillian was born April 8, 1917 in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late William and Abigail Osborn Barchet. Mrs. Armstrong was a member of The Horseheads Lioness, Women of The Elks Lodge # 2297 of Horseheads, The Horseheads Woman's Club, The Horseheads Democratic Party, and The Pine Valley Bureau. Lillian was pre-deceased by her first husband Kenneth H. Campbell Sr., her son Kenneth H. Campbell Jr., and her second husband Earl Armstrong. She was also pre-deceased by her brother Kenneth Barchet and her sister Virginia Kakretz. Mrs. Armstrong is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law: Donna & Wayne Greene of Horseheads, NY and Karen & David Kunte of Rome, PA; sister: Dorothy Isaacs of Horseheads, NY; companion: Ralph Curtis of Zephyrhills, Florida; sisters-in-law: Ellen Bush of Elmira Heights, NY and Aurelia Campbell of Pine City, NY; brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Edwin & Vicki Campbell of Auburn, NY; 7 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandson, several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Friday March 2, 2007 from 1-2 PM. Mrs. Armstrong's Funeral and Committal Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours with Pastor Ken Crain officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family. Flowers are acceptable or those wishing memorials may be made to The Horseheads Free Library 405 South Main Street Horseheads, New York 14845.

BARNES Richard F.
Age 90 of 305 Steuben Street Horseheads, NY died on Thursday June 5, 2008 at home after an extended illness. Mr. Barnes was born July 31, 1917 in Horseheads, NY the son of the late R. Clifford and Gladys Lounsbury Barnes. Dick was also pre-deceased by his brother Randall L. Barnes. He attended Horseheads Schools and graduated from Owego High School. Dick married his wife, Myrtle C. Rumsey Barnes, on December 24, 1939 and they recently celebrated their 68th Wedding Anniversary on December 24, 2007. Mr. Barnes was a member of The First United Methodist Church of Horseheads, NY and The Horseheads Historical Society. Dick was an avid baseball player and fan and he loved playing golf and bowling with his friends. Dick retired as a supervisor after 43 years of dedicated service from Southern Oil Company in Horseheads, NY which became Ashland Oil Company. Mr. Barnes loved his family and friends and cherished the time he spent with them. Dick is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 68 years Myrtle C. Rumsey Barnes; sons and daughters-in-law: Gary R. & Anne Barnes of Wellsville, NY and Thomas C. & Martha Barnes of Springdale, Arkansas; daughter & son-in-law: Diane & John Smyth of Hoover, Alabama; grandchildren: Carolyn Barnes, Colleen and Bert Thompson, Cynthia Barnes, Catherine and Fabrizio Campagnola, Robert Barnes, and Joshua Smyth; three great grandsons: Matteo, Luca, and Dante Campagnola; brother: Robert Barnes of Tempe, Arizona; sister and brother-in-law: Imo and Robert Herrick of Trumansburg, NY; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Jean (Mrs. Randall L.) Barnes of Tioga Center, NY, Richard & Ruth Rumsey of Spencer, NY, David A. Rumsey of Binghamton, NY, Dorothy Chauncey of Lockwood, NY, Mabel Hodges of Spencer, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street on Monday June 9, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mr. Barnes' Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday June 10, 2008 at 11 AM at The First United Methodist Church 1034 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. The Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Mr. Barnes through memorials to The First United Methodist Church of Horseheads 1034 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY 14845 or The Horseheads Historical Society 312 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY 14845.   Published in the Star-Gazette from 6/7/2008 - 6/8/2008.

BARNES William E. (Edwin) Barnes, Retired Jeweler
November 20th, 1967
The death of William E. Barnes, 80, a former local businessman, occurred Monday at the Soldier’s and Sailor’s Memorial Hospital of the Masonic Home in Utica (NY). Deceased had been a resident of the Masonic Home in that city for the past year. Death came after a brief illness.
Mr. Barnes was born in Hammond, PA., on December 20, 1886, son of Eliab and Estella (Viola) Daily (aka Daley) Barnes.(Note: 1910 Federal Census, family of Eliab Barnes, indicates that Eliab was married twice. Family legend claims the first marriage produced children, possibly twin sons.)  He was educated in the public schools of Tioga, PA. and was graduated from the Reese Watchmaking and Engraving School at Elmira. (aka ERS). (Note: William graduated Class of 1908. Source: Photos of class.) Deceased came to Little Falls (NY) in 1927 as a watchmaker for the former John Lewis Jewelry Store and later conducted his own jewelry and watch repairing business in Little Falls from 1932 until he retired in 1966. (William’s Social Security application indicates he also worked at H.P. Snyder Mfg. Co. – bicycles – in Little Falls, NY – in 1940. William invented a number of things: the first sports/basketball automatic scoreboard/timer with a built in clock; a dry-cell battery; etc. He also retrofitted antique looms and other equipment for the Farmer’s Museum in Cooperstown, NY; and, restored/retrofitted a large collection of antique wagons and surreys belonging to Dr. Sabin of Little Falls, NY. He was a skilled toolmaker, and would fashion parts – to restore these pieces of equipment to working order.)  Mr. Barnes was a member of the First Methodist Church of Little Falls and Little Falls Lodge 181, F&AM. (William was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason. ) His marriage to L. Elizabeth Axtell, took place in Horseheads, NY in 1912.  Mrs. Barnes died on September 18, 1949. (Elizabeth’s obituary says they were married at her family farm home in Big Flats, NY on August 14, 1912.)  Surviving are two sons, Richard (Rickey) E. Barnes of East Herkimer (NY) and Ellsworth W. Barnes, Ilion (NY); two brothers, Oliver L. Barnes of Bath, NY, and Henry Barnes, Corning, NY; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild; several nieces, nephews and cousins. (William and Elizabeth, and many other family, are buried in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. Many of the Barnes’ are buried in either Rural Home Cemetery in Big Flats, NY, - or – Hammond Dam Cemetery, Tioga Co., PA, which is a relocation cemetery for the Army Corps flood control dam project there.)   The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 9:30 from the Newitt-Bly Funeral Home, 77 North Ann Street, (Little Falls, NY) with the Rev. Fred G. Cotnam, retired Methodist minister of Mohawk officiating. Interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, (NY) with graveside service at 2 p.m. conducted by the Rev. Howard Adamy of Centenary Methodist Church of Elmira.  Friends may call at the funeral home here from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today.

L. Elizabeth Axtell Barnes – had four (4) sisters: Mrs. (Alice Irene) A.J. (Anthony Joseph aka “Uncle A-Joe” Fulkerson of Big Flats, NY – b. 31 Jan 1877; Mrs. (Linda Maud) Fred E. Russell of Miami, FL – b. 6 Jun 1879/ m. 10 Feb 1900; Dencie I. – b. 17 Feb 1884; Mrs. (Mazie L.) Burt E. Kenyon of Elmira, NY – b. 13 Nov 1890 – d. 1986 (Burt lived 1890-1954); and, three (3) brothers:  Lewis Herbert Axtell of East Rochester, NY – b. 14 Oct 1881; m. Ann L. Jenkins b. 1883, d. 1908, Webbs Mills Cemetery., Southport, Chemung Co.; Harold W. of Florida – b. 29 Sep 1893; and, E. Herman of Dundee, NY – b. 1 Nov 1896.  She was the daughter of  Henry Winsor Axtell – b. 21 Jul 1847 in Catlin, NY; and, Lenora Andrews (aka Andrus) Axtell m. Dec 29, 1875. They lived 14 years on the Axtell farm in Catlin, five years at Horseheads, four years at Big Flats, and in April 1900, returned to the old farmstead in Catlin. Source: Primarily Axtell Genealogy, 1945, Compiled by Carson A. Axtell, Fairhaven Mass., with updates through current date.  Axtell family genealogy can be found by “Google” on the surname, - or at http://www.axtellfamily.org/  . Enormous, thorough, extensive resources.

William’s Great Grandparents were: George William & Rhoda (unknown) Barnes. George was born in Connecticut (unknown location) in 1789. Rhoda born in Massachusetts in 1791, both her maiden name and location of birth are yet unknown to us. They were married in abt. 1814 in Virgil, Cortland, NY. Their son (William Edwin’s Grandfather) William George Barnes was born September 1st, 1815; d. Jan 21st, 1898. George and Rhoda also appear to have had one (1) daughter, -  Elizabeth, born in 1825, who married Andrew Jachson ‘Jack’ Colegrove* in abt. 1840. Elizabeth and Andrew removed to Farmington, Tioga PA, next to Elizabeth’s brother’s Township in Middlebury, Tioga, PA, and had seven children there: Delphina, b. Apr. 10, 1849, m. Sawyer of MI, 6 children; Dennis Wilbur, b. abt. 1851, of Tioga, PA; Emory J., b. abt. 1853, of Orono, Osceola Co., MI; Leonora Orcela, b. Jul 1, 1857, m. Dan Goodrich of Tioga, PA, 8 children; Polly Almedia, b. May 14, 1859, m. William Gale of Keeneyville, PA; Tabor T., b. aby. 1863; and, Morgan P., b. abt/ 1861, -  both of Tioga, PA.   Sources: Family Bible records – Kenneth Gee and Ancestor.com records for marriage.* Spelling of Andrew’s name is as I found it.

William’s Grandparents were: Paternal:  William George and Philena C. Starkey Barnes. William G. removed to Hammond, Middlebury Township, Tioga Co., PA. and spent his remaining life farming there. Philena (also spelled in numerous ways – Philania, Phiolena, Philinney, Phiolania,  etc.)  Maternal: Philena C. Starkey Barnes, the daughter of William and Mary E. (Benjamin) Starkey, who removed from NY to Middlebury Township, Tioga Co., PA when William was in his 50’s. Philena’s siblings were: Harriet m. Luther Washburn; Clarissa m. Allen Daggett of Southport, NY; Samuel B. deceased; Eliza m. Erstine Ives of Middlebury, PA; and John m. Caroline Palmer – resided in Middlebury, PA.   Source: Joyce M. Tice Tri-Counties Genealogy Site – census, Township Directory, and see Biographical Sketch at http://www.rootsweb.com/~srgp/1897/ch60b.htm

William G. and Philena had nine children, six of whom lived to adulthood – Harriet Higley; maybe an Elliot, but probably Eliab (misspelled) m. Estella Viola Dailey; Allen Dexter m. Lucy Patterson; Mary; Emma Glendora m. William Ryan; Eleazer Edward (aka Edward Eleazer or E.E.) m. Carolyn ‘Carrie’ Baker. Kenneth Gee’s Bible record indicates one of the deceased children was named Hamel.

William’s Parents were:
Eliab M and Estella Viola Dailey(misspelled Daley sometimes) Barnes. Eliab and Estella’s children were born in Hammond, PA, but the family eventually moved to Southern Tier, NY. (i.e. 1910 Federal Census, Big Flats, Chemung Co., NY Eliab, Estella, Eva May & Henry J.) Their children were:  William Edwin m. L. Elizabeth Axtell Barnes; Oliver Lewis m. Loretta (unknown) of Bath, NY; Eva May m. Harry Smith; and Henry J. m. Hazel Desalt Barnes.
The 1910 Census indicates that Eliab and Estella had been married for 25 years (m. abt. 1885), - and that Eliab had married once before this union.  Family rumor is that twins were born of that first marriage, though no records have been found yet. Estella Viola Daily was the daughter of O. E. (Orlando E.) and Fanny J. (unknown) Dailey of Middlebury, Tioga, PA (1880 Census); Farmington, Tioga Co., PA (1910 Census). Fannie gave birth to 10 children, seven of whom lived to adulthood. Orlando is listed as having been born in Pennsylvania (abt. 1828); whereas Fannie is listed as born in New York abt. 1839. They had been married for 47 years in 1910.  Their children were:  Edith J. b. abt. 1862; Viola E. (Estella Viola) b. abt. 1864; Orlando E. b. abt 1866; Olive M. b. abt. 1869; Nellie M. b. abt. 1872; Mary H. b. abt. 1874; and, E.E. (a girl) b. abt. 1876. All were born in PA. This Obituary was submitted by William and Elizabeth’s Grand-daughter Lois Barnes O’Sullivan at OntLotus@Yahoo.com

BARR - RUDRAUFF, Isabella W.
Age 97, of Catalpa Dr., Horseheads, died after a brief illness Wed., Aug. 5, 2009, at Elcor Health Services Center. She was born Mar. 11, 1912 in Scotland, a daughter to late James and Elizabeth (Auld) Barr. She is survived by her devoted husband, Albert Rudrauff of Catalpa Dr. in Horseheads; along with several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, and many church friends at the Community Wesleyan Church in Horseheads, where they had been devoted members. Isabella was an executive secretary for George Howell at Howell Packaging in Elmira for many years. Isabella and her husband were members of and also instrumental in the establishment of the Scottish American Society of the Southern Tier in 1977. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads today, Aug. 7, 2009, from 5-7:00 p.m. where her service will be celebrated at the funeral home at the conclusion of calling hours at 7:00 p.m. with the Rev. Elwyn Patrick officiating. Interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/7/2009

BARR -  Isabella W. Rudrauff, 97, of Catalpa Drive, Horseheads, died Wednesday, Aug. 5 at Elcor Health Services Center.  She had been an executive secretary for Howell Packaging in Elmira. Survivors include her husband, Albert Rudrauff of Horseheads. Calling hours are 5-7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7 at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St. Services will be held there at the conclusion of calling hours at 7 p.m. Friday, the Rev. Elwyn Patrick officiating.  Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery.
 
BARRON Helen M. Whittaker

Age 97 of Horseheads, NY died on Monday February 7, 2011 at Bethany Manor. Helen was born March 10, 1913 in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Joseph and Florence Clark Barron. She married her husband, Theodore E. "Ted" Whittaker, on October 13, 1935 and he pre-deceased her on April 27, 1994. Mrs. Whittaker was also pre-deceased by her grandson Scottie Savino on January 21, 1964. Helen was a member of Our Saviour's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Horseheads, NY. She was an employee of S.F. Iszard Company in Elmira, NY and a volunteer at The Arnot Ogden Medical Center and Bethany Manor for many years. Helen loved her family and friends and cherished the time she spent with them. Mrs. Whittaker is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Carol M. & Tony Savino of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren: Cathy Savino of San Diego, CA, Robin & Joe Potter Jr. of Horseheads, NY, and Andrew Savino and his partner Alan Clemons of Virginia Beach, VA; great grandchildren: Joey Potter and Michael Potter; beloved grand dog Molly; sisters: Letha Haney of Fayetteville, NC and Roberta Rhode of Endicott, NY; brother and sisters-in-law: Donald "Pete" & Caroline Barron of Elmira, NY and Elizabeth Steadman of Florida; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Friday February 11, 2011 from 4-7 PM. Mrs. Whittaker's Funeral Service will be held on Saturday February 12, 2011 at 11 AM at Our Saviour's Evangelical Lutheran Church 2872 Westinghouse Road and Gardner Road Horseheads, NY with Pastor Elizabeth Boesen officiating. Helen will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband Ted in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.   Star Gazette – February 9, 2011
 

BASTIAN - BOWERS, Florene I.
Age 92 and formerly a longtime resident of Hickory Grove Road, Horseheads, died Friday, Aug. 15, 2008. She was predeceased by her loving husband of over 70 years, Stephan Bowers; and also her granddaughter, Kimberly Howell, both in 2006. She is survived by her son, Ronald (Lois) Bowers of Horseheads; and daughter, Ruth Ann (James) Howell of Tunkhannock, Pa.; grandchildren, Stephanie (Joel) Sims, Lynn (Rod) Haseltine, Jeffrey (Jenny) Howell, Ronald (Linda) Howell, and Laura (Shawn) Sommons; and 22 great-grandchildren. Florene was born Dec. 7, 1915 in Cattaraugus County, the daughter of the late George and Aristine (Horton) Bastian. She and her husband were members of the First Baptist Church of Horseheads and she was a retired cafeteria manager with the Pioneer Central School in Yorkshire, NY. Together as a family they always enjoyed family vacationing in Canada, which has continued to remain a special place for family vacations. Family and friends are invited to call at the Horseheads First Baptist Church, 2293 Grand Central Avenue, Horseheads, on Monday, Aug. 18, 2008, from 10:15-11:00 a.m. Her service will take place there at the conclusion of calling hours at 11:00 a.m. with her grandson, The Rev. Jeffrey Howell and the Rev. Robert Finch officiating. Interment service will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. Arrangements with Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, NY.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/16/2008

 

EDWARD W. BASTILLA SR., age 83 and former longtime resident of Lynwood Ave., Elmira Heights, passed away Aug. 27, 2014. He was predeceased by his daughter-in-law, Kathleen D. Bastilla, in 2009. Ed is survived by his wife, Joyce; sons, Stanley Bastilla and Edward Bastilla Jr.; daughter, Deborah Lowe, all of Elmira; grandchildren, Tom Lowe, Heather Hancock, Amber Gibson, Brandon (Cristal) Bastilla; great-grandchildren, Corynn, Carley, Zamber, Hunter, Khristian, Craig, Heavena, Mystica, Tristan, and Julian; siblings, Melly, Jean and Tom. Ed retired from American LaFrance in Elmira. He was a member of Oakwood Methodist Church and both the Elmira Heights Lodge #913, where he was Past Master, and also member of Horseheads Old Oak Lodge #364 F. & A.M, and 32 degree mason and member of Corning Consistory. Ed was a veteran of the US Army and member of the American Legion. While working at American LaFrance, Ed was coach to their Championship Basketball Team. Ed was involved in local youth baseball where he umpired for many years and Boy Scout Troop #13 at Oakwood United Methodist Church. He was also a NY Yankees Fan. Ed was happy to be involved with the Democratic Party and the National Convention. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Wed., Sept. 3, 2014, from 4-6:00 p.m.; his service will follow at 6:30 p.m. Graveside service with military honors in Maple Grove Cemetery. NOTICE: Officers and members of Horseheads Old Oak Lodge will gather at the funeral home on Wed. at 6:00 p.m. to conduct a memorial service for their departed brother. –Elmira –Star-Gazette 8/30/2014

BATEMAN –BEVERLY J. KELLY.  Age 76 of 109 Douglas Drive Horseheads, NY died on Friday January 10, 2003. Beverly was born September 12, 1926 in Warsaw, NY the daughter of the late Davis V. and Ruth Jackson Bateman. She married her husband, Thomas J. Kelly on January 22, 1950 and they would have celebrated their 53rd Wedding Anniversary on January 22, 2003. Beverly was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who devoted her life to her family. She was pre-deceased by her parents and her sister and brother-in-law Barbara and Fred Wagner. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband Thomas J. Kelly; daughters and son-in-law: Cheryl & Michael Capozzi of Horseheads, NY and Diane Kelly & Paul Murphy of Corning, NY; grandchildren: Erin Capozzi, Emily Marmuscak, and Mitchell "Tommy" Murphy; brothers and sister-in-law: David & Marilyn Bateman of Blowing Rock, NC and Daniel Bateman of Mansfield, PA; sister and brother-in-law: Bonnie & Michael Donnelly of Odessa, NY; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home Mill St. & Grand Central Ave. Horseheads, NY on Sunday January 12 , 2003 from 1-4 PM. Mrs. Kelly's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday January 13, 2003 at 10 AM with the Rev. Christopher E. Linsler officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. –Towanda Daily Review.

BATES -BERNICE M. DUNBAR (Bea) age 94 of Horseheads. She was born November 8, 1926 in Holland, NY, the daughter of the late Ellis and Vera (Norton) Bates and passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter on Tuesday, April 20th 2021 . In addition to her parents, Bea was predeceased by her three sisters; her husband of 68 years, Lawrence A. Dunbar; and great grandson Kyler. She is survived by her daughters Dawn Piccirillo of North Walpole, NH, and Beth (Dan) Saunders of Horseheads, NY ; grandchildren Brandon (Jenn), Marcine (Kelly), Adelle (Chris), Aaron, Adam, and Ashley (Carl); great-grandchildren Ethan, Hudson, Foster, Porter, Ledger, Giovanni, Luca, and Chase. Private services will be held; Bea will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, alongside her husband. Those wishing may make a donation in her name to The Alzheimer's Association. -Elmira Star-Gazette 4/25/2021

BATES Robert D.
Age 83 of Horseheads, NY died on Monday December 8, 2008 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Bob was born in Horseheads, NY on June 18, 1925 the son of the late Wellington A. and Esther May Austin Bates Sr. Mr. Bates was a Veteran of WWII serving his country with the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific. He married his wife Virginia "Ginger" Turner Bates on November 21, 1947 and they recently celebrated their 61st Wedding Anniversary on November 21, 2008. Robert was retired from the Pennsylvania Railroad and was a retired Truck Driver for Zeiser Vault Co. in Elmira, NY. He was a member of the Catlin United Methodist Church. Robert was pre-deceased by his parents; his brothers: Wellington A. Bates Jr., Jack Bates, Gene C. Bates, and his sister Gloria Everett. Mr. Bates is survived by his loving wife Virginia "Ginger" Turner Bates; sons: Robert K. Bates of Cayuta, NY and Larry Bates of Horseheads, NY; daughter: Pam Bates of Horseheads, NY; granddaughter: April Bates of Elmira, NY; brother: Clark G. Bates of Minnesota and Mexico; sister and brother-in-law: Helen and Walter "Doug" Jennings of Largo, FL; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Wednesday December 10, 2008 from 5-7 PM. Mr. Bates' Funeral Services will be held on Thursday December 11, 2008 at 10 AM at the Funeral Home with his Pastor Karen Boone officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Bates. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Robert through donations to Catlin United Methodist Church 402 Chambers Road Horseheads, NY 14845.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/9/2008

BATTY - SKINNER, Delores B.
Age 87, of Horseheads, NY, died Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Delores was born November 2, 1920, the daughter of William and Mary Lovelace Batty. In addition to her parents she is predeceased by her husband, Delvin G. Skinner, and brothers, Robert and Leroy Batty. Delores is survived by her son, Derek G. Skinner of Horseheads; daughters and sons-in-law, Diane S. and Richard Bolin of Wilmington, DE, Debbie S. and Mike Dunlap of Binghamton, NY, and Deirdre S. "Dee" and David Patrick of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Cheryl (Wes) Lowder, Terance (Kim) Bolin, Melissa (David) Kelley, Lindsay and Kelsey Dunlap, Jamie, Megan and Cory Patrick; great-grandchildren, Kacie, Kristin and Molly Lowder, Maddison Kelley; and nephew, Eugene Batty of Virginia Beach, VA. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Saturday, December 1, 2007 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours, with Skip Reed officiating. Private interment will be at Maple Grove Cemetery. Donations in Delores' memory may be directed to SPCA, Route 352, Elmira NY 14903.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/30/2007.

BAXTER -  BASTILLA, Kathleen D.
Age 49, of E. Warren St., Elmira, NY, went home to join the rest of God's angels on Sunday, June 28, 2009. She is survived by her husband, Stanley Bastilla; daughters and son, Heather (Zechariah) Hancock of Lowman, NY, Amber Bastilla and Brandon Bastilla both of Elmira, NY; grandchildren Corynn and Carley Hancock; parents, Donald and June Baxter of Elmira Heights, NY; brothers and sisters, Don Baxter of Elmira Heights, NY, Sharon (Richard) Ross of Troy, PA, Kim (Bob) Rousseau of Elmira, NY, Roger (Sandy) Wood of Brockport, NY; in-laws, Edward Sr. and Joyce Bastilla of Elmira Heights, NY; several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, and many co-workers, neighbor and friends. Kathy was active with her husband in many youth programs in Elmira. She was an employee of Thomas and Betts in Horseheads. She was a devoted wife, caring mother, grandmother and a special friend to many people. Kathy's love of life was delightfully contagious. "Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow, Party Tonight." Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, on Wed., July 1, 2009, from 2-4:00 and 6-8:00 p.m. Her service will take place at the funeral home on Thurs., July 2, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. Michael Spencer officiating. Interment to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads.   Published in the Star-Gazette from 6/29/2009 - 6/30/2009