JACKSON -  SWEET Hazel Rose Jackson
Age 86 of Appleridge at Bethany Village died on Tuesday December 16, 2008 at Bethany Manor in Horseheads, NY. Mrs. Sweet is survived by her husband of 65 years Roland J.Sweet; children: Pauline Geary of Oak Park, IL and Franklin Sweet of Syracuse, NY; grandchildren: Richard (Bobbi) Geary, Monica Geary, Nathan (Renee) Sweet, and Franklin Sweet II; great grandson Owen Sweet along with several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Sweet was a retired cafeteria manager from the Horseheads School System. Mrs. Sweet's family wishes to thank the staff and friends at Appleridge and Bethany Village for providing her with the quality of life she enjoyed for the past few years. Relatives and friends are invited to call at The Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY Friday December 19, 2008 from 1-3 PM. A funeral service will be held following visitation at 3 PM. Interment at Maple Grove Cemetery Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, Mrs. Sweet requested that donations be giving to one's favorite charity.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/18/2008

 

JACKSON Marjorie H. (Jackson) Fairbrother

Age 97, and formerly of Wisteria Way in Horseheads, died after an extended illness on June 29, 2011 at the Manor at Bethany Village. Marjorie was predeceased by her husband of 70 years, William Fairbrother on Oct. 12, 2004. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Elaine (Ray) West of Big Flats, NY; son and daughter-in-law, Edward (Mary Lee) Fairbrother also of Big Flats, NY; grandchildren, Annette West (Blaine) Grindle of Rochester, NY, Jeffrey West of Big Flats, NY, William (Tina) West of Campbell, NY, Elizabeth Fairbrother (Rick) Presley of Lewisville, TX, Michelle Fairbrother of Rutland, VT, and Edward A. (Erin) Fairbrother II of Big Flats, NY; great-grandchildren, Christopher and Bryan Grindle of Rochester, NY, Jeffrey West of Big Flats, Heather West of Washington, DC and Zachary, Matthew, and Adam Presley of Lewisville, TX, Ava and Carder Fairbrother of Big Flats, NY; sister, Lolita Eveland of Rochester, NY. Marjorie was born in Cohocton, NY, on April 20, 1914 to Bessie and Fay (Totton) Jackson. She married William Fairbrother October 17, 1934 in Wallace, NY. Marjorie and her husband were longtime members of the First Presbyterian Church of Horseheads. She was retired from the Horseheads Central School District having taught 1st grade. Family and friends are invited to call at the First Presbyterian Church, 2943 Westinghouse Rd., Horseheads, NY on Tuesday, July 5, 2011 from 12:00 noon-2:00 p.m. Her service will follow there in church at 2:00 p.m. Interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery. Those wishing may express their sympathy with memorials to: the patient fund at Bethany Manor, 3005 Watkins Rd., Horseheads, NY 14845.  Star Gazette – July 1, 2011

 

JEFFREY SCOTT JACOBUS, 46, of Goose Creek, SC passed away December 19, 2014. Born in Elmira, NY, he was the son of Scott Jacobus and the late Debra Jacobus. Jeffrey helped his father run Jacobus Furniture and Millwork and was a Superintendant with CSG and Complete Building Company, Charleston, SC. Mr. Jacobus started his own business, Manicured Lawns, which he ran with his son. He loved spending time with his children and family. Jeffrey enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. He is survived by his two children, Alex Jacobus and Samantha Jacobus of Goose Creek, SC; father, Scott Jacobus and wife Laura of Erin, NY; brother, Jay Jacobus and wife Caroline of Vernon Center, NY; sister, Jennifer Rogan and husband Tom of Horseheads, NY. Jeffrey is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Patrice and Jacob Jacobus, Tyler and Madeson Rogan. The entire family would like to extend a very gracious thank you to Jim and Judy Donahue of Marietta, GA and Loretta Clayton of Goose Creek, SC for providing tremendous support during this difficult time. A special thank you is offered to the staff of Cancer Treatment Center of Newnan GA for providing their excellent care and compassion. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Horseheads on Sat. Dec. 27, from 12:00 noon-2:00 p.m. His service will follow there at 2:00 p.m. Burial service will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society 1316 College Ave. Suite #2, Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 12/25/2014

 

JAMIESON Allen W.
Instrumental Music Teacher - Age 91, of Horseheads, NY, died following a long illness on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at Elcor Health Services, Horseheads, NY. Allen was born in Walton, NY on July 11, 1917, the son of the late Orley and Evelyn Wheat Jamieson. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Anne Jamieson of Horseheads, NY; daughters, Mary van Holsteyn of Cairo, NY, Judy (Wayne) Mercer of Horseheads, NY, and Bonnie (Vince) Silsbee of Horseheads, NY; sons, Richard (Kathy) Jamieson of Horseheads, NY and John (Dianne) Jamieson of Woodbridge, VA; grandchildren, Rita Alexander, Gerry and Joe van Holsteyn, Valerie Mis and Heather Mercer, Michael and Brian Silsbee, Laura Santa Maria, Julie and Katie Jamieson, Maureen and Kelly Jamieson; also nine great-grandchildren, and many special nieces and nephews; his brother, Arthur Jamieson predeceased him. Allen was a United States Army Veteran of WWII having served with the 98th Division Infantry. He was a charter member of the Worcester New York American Legion Post #1584. Allen was an Instrumental Music Teacher, having taught from 1946 to 1967 in Worcester, NY and then came to the Elmira City School District where he taught for 9 years at both Pine City Elementary and Beecher School. For 25 years Allen was the head of the Elmirians Music Group. He was also very active in the Worcester and the Riverside Methodist Churches. The family will receive friends at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY on Sunday, June 28, 2009, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. with Funeral Service there Monday at 11:00 a.m., followed by graveside prayers at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY. Those wishing may make memorials to the American Diabetes Association American Diabetes Association American Diabetes Association American Diabetes Association or Meals On Wheels, envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Thank You.  the family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Elcor's Hickory Knoll South for their kindness, care and compassion given to Allen.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/27/2009

JAMISON - DECKER, Blanche Jamison Berghuis
died she loved on June 11, 2008. She was born in Bloom, S.D. on November 13, 1914. She spent most of her life in Minnesota. She moved to Elmira, NY in 1962 and became Pastor of Sullivan Street Mission and served there for 26 years. Predeceased by her husbands, Lester Berghuis and Benjamin Decker; also eight brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Janice (Harold) Harding of Bloomsburg; and grandchildren, Randy (Chris) Harding of Albany, NY, Kevin (Vickie) Harding of Nescopeck, PA, Sharon (John) Kolenda of Bloomsburg, PA; 11 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Olive Miller of Minneapolis, MN, and Mabel June of Orlando, FL. A graveside service will be held in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads on Monday, June 16th, at 1 p.m.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/13/2008

MISS FLORA L. JANOWSKI of Horseheads RD 2, Town of Big Flats, this morning, Sept. 26, 1951.  Survived by sister, Mrs. August Wolfgram of Horseheads; brother, David Janowski of Puyallup, Wash.; niece, Miss Edna Janowski of Horseheads, RD 2 with whom she resided; several other nieces and nephews.  The body is at the Hilton Funeral Home, Big Flats where the funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m.  The Rev. Hilmer Grunwald.  Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 9/26/1951

JOHN F. JANOWSKY died this morning (May 20, 1921) at 1:40 o’clock at the family home in the Town of Big Flats aged seventy-five years.  He is survived by his widow, two sons, Edward and Daniel; four daughters, Mrs. Hulda VanOrder, Mrs. Amelia Miller, the Misses Olive and Flora Janowsky at home; eight grandchildren; a brother, William Janowsky of Elmira.  The funeral will be held at the family home, Monday at 2 p.m.  Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery at Horseheads.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 5/20/1921

JARRY - VAN KEUREN,
Gloria (Jarry) Age 78, of Campbell, NY, died Saturday, January 7, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Hospital. She was born in Elmira, NY, July 24, 1927. She was preceded in death by her mother, Martha Terwilliger; and father, Arthur Van Keuren. She is survived by aunts, Mary Dunton of Elmira, NY, and Bernadette Van Ben Coten, Horseheads, NY; cousins, Jerry Stump and Jan Lewis of Lakeland, FL; also special friends, Beverly Martin, Montour Falls, Sandy Gardiner, Campbell, NY, and Diane Gamby, Elmira, NY. Graveside services will be at a future date at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY.

JAYNES Danny S.
Age 50 of Breesport, NY died peacefully on Sunday August 9, 2009 at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Danny was born August 14, 1958 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Robert Fuller Jaynes and Virginia L. Brown "Ginny" Jaynes. Danny was a Supervisor for The Pike Company of Rochester, NY prior to his illness. Danny was an avid race car fan helping build race cars and go-karts with his brothers and nephews. He also was a New York Giants fan looking forward to the upcoming season. Danny loved his family and friends and always put them first. Danny is survived by his brothers and sisters-in-law: Larry & Mary Jaynes, Stephen Jaynes of Horseheads, NY, Bobby (Tammy) Jaynes all of Horseheads, NY; Dave & Kathy Jaynes of Big Flats, NY, Bruce & Debbie Jaynes and Jeff (Shelly) Jaynes all of Horseheads, NY; nephews and niece: Eric, Zack, Jeremy, Janet, Brett, Skyler, Spencer, Matthew, and Max; Several aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Family and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Wednesday August 12, 2009 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Danny's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Thursday August 13, 2009 at 10 AM. Danny will be laid to rest next to his mother in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The family provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Danny through memorials to a charity of one's choice. Danny's Family would like to extend a special thank you to Debbie Jaynes "Danny's Angel" on Earth!, Sister, Friend and Confidant. Without Deb Danny would have been lost thru this battle. With Debbie's Knowledge, Heart, and Loving Kindness Danny battled this disease with everything he had. Thank You Deb for your special place in Danny's Heart. We will be forever grateful. With Love, Danny's Brothers.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/11/2009

JELLIFF –MRS. GLADYS JELLIFF LITTLE of Horseheads RD 1.  Funeral today at 2 p.m. at Hagerman Funeral home, the Rev. Harold Chapman and the Rev. David Rees.  Pallbearers: Chester, Glenn, James, Raynold, Francis and Clifford Jelliff, all nephews.  Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 12/12/1957

JELLIFF –SYLVIA ELIZABETH HOLLENBECK of Erin passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, May 23, 2015 at the age of 67. Sylvia was born, April 12, 1948 in Elmira, NY, a daughter to the late Clifford and Elizabeth Goldsmith Jelliff. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Donald R. Hollenbeck; her children, Rebecca (Michael) McNamara and their daughters, Brittany and Courtney, Shannon (Clifford) Kent and three children, Michael, Tawni Shae and Dakota, Ian (Diane) Hollenbeck and daughter Maggie; great-grandchildren, Bentley, Emma Leigh, Liam and Benjamin; her loving four-legged companion, Paddie Cake and a host of friends. She was very creative and loved her craft projects, gardening and an abundance of wildlife that she attracted to her home. She also enjoyed and always looked forward to touring on their motorcycle and attending motor sport races. Sylvia was also very active in her church and her community. She is already missed by all that knew and loved her. The family will welcome relatives and friends to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 from 4PM-7PM with her Funeral Service to follow. She will be laid to rest at Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Sylvia may make donations to Erin Methodist Church, PO Box 12, Erin, NY or CareFirst, 3805 Meads Creek, Painted Post, NY in her memory. A special thank you to her church family for all their love and support. Also to her two "special earth-angels"- her nurse angel daughter Shannon and newfound nurse angel Katie Hembrooke through CareFirst for guiding her peacefully and painlessly to the end. –Elmira Star-Gazette 5/25/2015

JENKINS –MRS. OLIVE (JENKINS) LIMBACHER age 73 of 215 Bowers Dr., Horseheads, Sunday, July 6, 1975 at the Arnot Ogden Hospital.  Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads Monday 7 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral services will be held in Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Horseheads on Wednesday 11 a.m., the Rev. Donald R. Almy officiating.  Interment Maple Grove Cemetery.  She is survived by her husband, Willard P. Limbacher, Sr.; sons, Robert C. Schell, Willard Limbacher, Jr., Norman Earl Limbacher and Leonard L. Limbacher all of Horseheads; sisters, Mrs. Ruth Longstreet of Manton, Mich. And Mrs. Ethel Baughey of Adrian, Mich.; eight grandchildren; one great-grandson; several nieces and nephews.  Mrs. Limbacher was a member of Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/7/1975

JESSICK Thomas L.
Age 80, of Horseheads, NY. He was born June 9, 1928 in Elmira, son of the late Louis and Frances (Drabinski) Jessick and died Wednesday, June 25, 2008, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Theresa (Eddy) Jessick; son, Thomas M. Jessick of Rochester, NY; daughter and son-in-law, Debra M. and Stephen Cembrinski of Cooperstown, NY; grandchildren, Stephen and Ryan Cembrinski, Marissa, Travis and Devon Jessick; brother, Paul Jessick and sister-in-law, Shirley Cardone, both of Elmira. Mr. Jessick retired from Westinghouse Corp. after 35 years of service. He was a member of the Chemung County Rod & Gun Club and was an avid bowler, fisherman and hunter. There will be no calling hours. Private funeral services with interment in Maple Grove Cemetery will take place at the convenience of his family. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/26/2008.

JESSUP, Elsie -  Mrs. Willis Jessup Van Houten, 66, died Saturday, Jan. 18, 1936, at the family home Cayutaville, after an extended illness.  She is survived by her husband, Willis J. Van Houten, seven daughters, Mrs. Mildred Weaver and Mrs. Rosemond Halpin of Elmira, Mrs. Nellie Gerow, Big Flats; Mrs. Roy Thatcher at home; Mrs. Hazel Hopkins, Rochester; Misses Gertrude and Helen Van Houten at home; three sons, Harold of Van Etten; Stanley of Elmira; Willis at home; three sisters, Miss Jennie Jessup of Elmira, Mrs. Maude Kimball of Veteran; Mrs. Mary Jennings of Elmira; two brothers W. L. Jessup of Horseheads, B. C. Jessup of Corning, several grandchildren.  Mrs. Van Houten passed the greater part of her life in Sullivanville.  The body is in the Barber funeral home, Horseheads.  Funeral notice later.  (Elmira Star Gazette, Pg. 11, Sat. 18 Jan 1936)

JAMES H. JESSUP died at the home of his son, DeForest Jessup in the Town of Big Flats Thursday (Dec. 9, 1915) at 9:30 a.m. aged seventy-seven years.  He is survived by his widow, two sons, DeForest and William; four daughters, Jennie of Elmira, Mrs. Willison VanHoughton, Sullivanville, Mrs. Henry Jennings, Elmira; Mrs. Fran Kimball of Veteran; also a sister, Susan Starr of Newfield.  The funeral will be held at the home of his son Sunday at 2 p.m.  Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery at Horseheads.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 12/10/1915

JEZORSKI - CARMON, Rosemary L.
Age 83, of Horseheads, NY, died on Saturday, January 31, 2009, at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was born on February 12, 1925 in Elmira, NY to the late Michael and Jenny Jezorski. Rosemary was predeceased by her husband, Lawrence, in 1995; and seven brothers and sisters. Survivors include her son, David (Ann O'Bryan) Carmon of VA; daughters, Mary (Robert) Sutton of Wayne, NY, and Patricia Decker of Bath, NY; grandson, Christopher (Amy) Carmon of VA; great-grandchildren, Antwon and Johnathon Carmon, both of VA; several nieces and nephews; and close friend, Judy (Ronald) Frycek of Horseheads. Rosemary was a longtime member of Sts. Peter & Paul Church. She was an avid reader and was a longtime supporter of the Humane Society and other charities. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, February 3rd, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A Prayer Service will take place there on Wednesday, February 4th, at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Sts. Peter & Paul Church, with Father Walter Wainwright as celebrant. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/2/2009

JIVIDEN John R. Sr. Age 81, of Briarcliff Dr., Horseheads, went home to be with the Lord on Thurs., Apr. 6, 2006, surrounded by his beloved family. John was born July 27, 1924 in Glasgow, WV, the son of the late Jonah and Freda (Snead) Jividen and was predeceased by his brother, James Jividen; and sister, Mercedes Wheeler. He is survived by his loving wife, Pauline M. (Speen); their seven wonderful children with their families, sons, Reggie Jividen of Elmira, Gary (Carol) Jividen of Wellsburg, NY, John (Kathy) Jividen Jr. of Montour Falls, NY, William Jividen of Elmira, NY, Larry (Kimberly) Jividen of Painted Post, NY, Guy (Cynthia) Jividen of Big Flats, NY, daughter, Diane Jividen of Chattanooga, TN; daughter-in-law, Marcia Jividen; grandchildren, Richard, Ronald and Angela Jividen, Chad and Lisa Jividen, Christina (Carlos) Williams and Michael Jividen, Seth Jividen, Bryan, Jennifer and Jessica Jividen; Sam, Justine and Nicholas Jividen; ten great-grandchildren; brother, Charles Jividen; and sister, Mary Kane; sisters-in-law, Helen Manwaring, Ann Baty and Gladys Speen; and brother-in-law, Alex Speen; along with several nieces and nephews. John was a devoted husband and father who filled his life with love and dedication to his family. John was a veteran of WWII having served in the US Marine Corps. He retired as a production Superintendent having worked at Thatcher Glass for over 35 years and Anchor Glass for over 10 years. He attended the Elmira Christian Center and was also a member of the Elmira Heights American Legion, Horseheads Elks, past member of Elmira Heights Lodge F. & A.M. and a dedicated NY Yankee fan. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Monday from 5-8:00 p.m. and again on Tuesday from 10-11:00 a.m. where a celebration of his life will take place at the funeral home at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery where full Military Honors will be accorded by the Marine Corps League.

 

JIVIDEN Larry T

Age 57 of Painted Post died after a long battle with his health on Sunday September 29, 2013 at Highland Hospital in Rochester. Larry was born in Elmira to John and Pauline (Speen) Jividen on November 5, 1956. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly (Ruble) Jividen; his children, Bryan Jividen, Jennifer Jividen and Jessica (Dale) Samuelson all of Corning, NY; grandchildren, Jayden, Donavon and Andre; Kiana and Keegan; mother, Pauline Jividen of Horseheads; brothers and sisters, Reggie (Jeanne) Jividen of Elmira, Gary (Carol) Jividen of Wellsburg, John (Kathy) Jividen Jr. of Montour Falls, William Jividen of Elmira, Guy (Cynthia) Jividen of Big Flats, Diane Jividen of Chattanooga, TN; and sister-in-law, Marcia Jividen of Lowman; In-laws, Leonard and Dougie Ruble; brothers-in-law, Timothy (Janice) Ruble of Caton and Chip (Mary) Ruble of Kentucky; and several other family members and friends, too numerous to mention. Larry was predeceased by his father. Larry was a retired corrections officer with 29 years of service working at Monterey S.I.C.F. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and boating. Larry was a family man who also loved to travel. Above all he loved the time and precious moments spent with family and friends. Larry loved building and creating things, he was a general handy man and self-made craftsman with a big heart and a lending hand to anyone who needed it. He also loved his dogs and raising German Shepherd's, which brought him great joy. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Friday, October 4, 2013 from 1-3:00 and 5-7:00 p.m. His service celebrating his life will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home, with burial service to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. Those wishing may remember Larry with memorials to Monterey Fire Dept. C/O Tammy Frost, 1465 South Street, Beaver Dams, NY 14812 Star Gazette – October 2, 2013

 

JONAH JIVIDEN age 71 of RD 1, Hendy Creek Road, Pine City, Thursday, November 4, 1971.  Friends may call at the Barrett Funeral Home, Saturday 7 to 9 p.m., Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral services at the funeral home Monday at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Bradley Wood.  Burial Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  Survived by sons, James N. of Elmira Heights, Charles D. of Sullivanville, John R. of Horseheads; daughters, Mrs. Evelyn F. White of Horseheads, Mrs. Mercedes Wheeler of Pine City, Mrs. Mary Kane of Ithaca; 24 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Rufina Jividen of Nitro, W. Va.; brothers, Ezra and Burt, both of Penberville, Ohio, Guy of Nitro, West Virginia, Ebon of Liberty, West Virginia; sisters, Miss Minnie Jividen, Mrs. Oka Purdue all of West Virginia and Mrs. Amy Jividen of Ohio; several nieces and nephews.  He was a retired employee of the Thatcher Glass Manufacturing Company, member of several sportsmens clubs.  –Elmira Sunday Telegram 11/7/1971

 

JOHNSON –AUDREY C. JOHNSON age 82 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Wednesday November 11, 2015 at The Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Audrey was born August 6, 1933 in Punxsutawney, PA the daughter of the late Albert and Dorothy Boozer Johnson. She married her husband, Edward W. Johnson Sr., on March 14, 1953 and he pre-deceased her on October 25, 2010. Audrey was an Employee Benefits Specialist for Corning Inc. in Corning, New York for several years. She and her husband were very involved with The Corning Elks Club for many years and traveled extensively. Audrey loved her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with them. Mrs. Johnson is survived by her children Edward W. & Jenny Johnson Jr. of Cedar Point, Illinois, Richard Johnson of Andover, NY, Nancy Peterson of Wilkes Barre, PA, and Timothy Johnson of Horseheads, NY; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law: Richard & Carol Johnson of Big Flats, NY; brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Arnold & Vonette Fairbanks of Punxsutawney, PA; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends including her closest and dearest friend Mary-Ellen Baravalle and her caregiver Tracy Kent. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home, 318 W. Broad St. on Monday November 16, 2015 from 5-8pm. Mrs. Johnson's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours. Audrey will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials to The Alzheimer's Association , The American Cancer Society. –Towanda Daily Review 11/15/2015

JOHNSON - LAYTON, Delores (Harriet)
Age 80, of Meyers Dr. in Horseheads, died after a brief illness Wed., Dec. 10, 2008, at Elcor Health Services Center. Delores was born Oct. 26, 1928 in Elmira, NY, the daughter to the late Frances Gustin Sr. and Aletha Johnson. She is survived by her husband, Chester Layton, Gary Layton of Millport, NY, Teresa (Earl) Pesesky of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Peter and Thomas Quattrini, Donald (Mia) Ochab; great-grandchildren, Mykala, Vana, Brandon, Aria, Colin, Austin, Kylie, Joey, and Saige; sister, Dona (Carl) Davis of Clearwater, FL; brother, Robert (Gutrin) Gustin, San Antonio, TX. She was also predeceased by a daughter, Sharon Ochab; sisters, Arlene and Dorothy; brothers, Frances Jr., William and Ronald. She is also survived be devoted K-9 beagle, "Molly". Delores was a member of Elmwood Baptist Church. Along with her husband, always enjoyed traveling, camping and cooking. Several years ago she also worked as an aide at Elcor Heath Services. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads on Sunday from 1-4:00 p.m. Her service will take place at the funeral home on Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. David Sullivan officiating. Interment to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/11/2008

JOHNSON - PLAISTED
Elizabeth (Johnson) VanGorder, Loving wife, mother and grandmother age 74, of Elmira Heights, NY, died on December 14, 2001 at her home with her loving family at her side. Betty was born in Austinburg, PA (Tioga County) on November 5, 1927, the daughter of Harold & Lula (Sherwood) Johnson. She graduated from Elmira College in 1947 and the Arnot Ogden School of Medical Technology in 1948. She worked at Westinghouse, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company and The Arnot Ogden Medical Center before retiring in 1997. Betty enjoyed gardening, sewing, traveling with her husband, relaxing with her dog Cassidy, and spending time with her grandchildren. She cherished the time she spent with her family; even through her illness, her main concern was for them. She was a committed Christian dedicated to her Lord and her church. Her survivors include her loving husband of 26 years, Ernest H. Plaisted; daughters, Sandra Cloke. Patricia (Donald) Knapp and Cathleen VanGorder with her finace, Anthony Murphy; grandchildren, Sean & Colleen Cloke and Justin & Cody Lane; stepchildren, Don (Sandy) Plaisted, Ron (Ellen) Plaisted, Candy (Keith) Stuart; step grandchildren, Terra, Tori, Craig, Laura, and Mary Plaisted; sister-in-law, Leah Johnson; cousins, Betty McDonald and Mary Jayne (Paul) Drew; brothers-in-law, Edwin (Sylvia) Plaisted, Jerry (Sue) Plaisted; sisters-in-law, Jean Krebs, Marion (Paul) Farrell, Shirley (Charles) Coldiron; many nieces and nephews. Betty is predeceased by her parents; brother, William E. Johnson; first husband, Thomas VanGorder. Friends are invited to call on Monday, December 17, 2001 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY. The funeral service will immediately follow at 5 p.m. at the funeral home with Reverend Gayle Oldenbush and the Reverend Donald Knapp officiating. Interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830 in Betty's memory.

JOHNSON - CASTELINE, Evelyn B.
Age 89, of Elmira, died Monday, March 16, 2009 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Evelyn was born February 17, 1920, daughter of Charles and Agnes Lundgren Johnson. She is predeceased by her husband Raymond Casteline, brothers, John and David Johnson, sister and brother-in-law, Helen and Fred Stude. Evelyn is survived by her children, Harold L. Casteline, of Elmira, with wife, Sally, Larry F. Casteline of Elmira Heights, Carol A. Pendergrass of Hixson, TN, Brenda E. Casteline of Tully, NY with Brett Stanburg; grandchildren, Cathy (John) Riopko of Matthews, NC, Lori (Ed) Groff of Pine City, Daniel Casteline of Monroe, NC, Gary, Kevin, and Jennifer Pendergrass, all of Hixson, TN; great-grandchildren, Trevor Brown, Yustin Riopko, Edward Jerome Groff, Lindsey Casteline; brother and sister-in-law, Reverend Arnold and Mary Johnson of Largo, FL; sisters-in-law, Corenne Johnson of Alabama, Patricia Johnson of Elmira, Mildred Curns of Elmira; along with several nieces and nephews. Evelyn was a longtime member of Mosherville Wells Union Church. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Friday, March 20, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A funeral service conducted by her brother, Reverend Arnold Johnson, will follow at 7:15 p.m. Interment will take place at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. Donations in Evelyn's memory may be directed to Mosherville Wells Union Church, RD #2, Gillett, PA 16925.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/18/2009

FRANK E. JOHNSON, age 79 of Millport, NY. Frank was born June 28, 1936 in Elmira, son of the late Harry & Deletha (Gardner) Johnson and passed away, Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; stepchildren, Elizabeth & David Zinck with their children, David Jr., Codi Lynn & Rocky Zinck of Pine Valley; Tina Watkins with her children, Timothy Watkins & Robin Barber of Elmira; Arthur & Andrea Watkins with their son Trey Watkins of Windsor, ME; and Daniel Watkins and Ginnette Bell of NJ; sister, Louise Palmer of Horseheads; brother, Roger & Karen Conklin Johnson of Horseheads; their daughter, Deletha (Benjamin) Martin and children, Noah & Nicholas; son, Casi (Stephanie) Johnson, Luis (Amanda) Johnson and their son Zander; brothers-in-law, Irvin & Bernie Mower, Verne & Mary Mower, of Pine Valley, Stephen & Sue Mower, and Tony & Denise Mower, of Elmira; sisters-in-law, Sandra Keyser of TX, Karen & Daniel Morse of Pine Valley, April & Mike Van Syckel of Rifle, CO and Terri & Joe Reed of Erin; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins. Along with his parents, Frank was predeceased by his brother Emery Johnson; brother-in-law, Francis Palmer; nephew, Joe Palmer; niece, Bonnie Austin and great nephew Scott Palmer. Frank was a charter member of the Chemung Valley Old Timers, and a member and participant in the New York Steam Engine Association Annual Pageant of Steam, Pioneer Gas Engine Association Show, Southern Tier Antique Gas & Steam Engine Assn., Yates Annual Tractor & Engine Show, Endless Mountain Antique Tractor & Machinery Assn. Show, Knoxville Antique Engine and Equipment Show, Tioga County Early Days and Bradford County Old Timers, Inc. Frank organized and hosted an annual Antique Tractors & Engines show for 25 years, donating more than $185,000 to MDA. Starting with the 2015 show, proceeds will be split between the American Diabetes Assn., Secret-Santa of Schuyler County and the Arctic League of Chemung County. In keeping with Frank's wishes, the show will go on in 2016; your continued support would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Friday, October 23, 2015 from 4 -7 p.m. Frank's funeral service will take place there on Saturday, October 24th at 10am with Pastor Andrew Gable officiating. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. –Elmira Star-Gazette 10/22/2015

JOHNSON –IRENE E. ALLEN age 80 of 208 John St., Horseheads, NY, Wednesday, May 1987 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  Friends are invited to call at the VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Mill St. and Gr. Central Ave., Horseheads, Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm.  Funeral services there Saturday, 11 am, the Rev. Gilbert C. Mitchell officiating.  Interment, Maple Grove Cemetery.  Survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Albert M. and Barbara Allen, Jr. of Horseheads, NY, Ronald E. and Laurel Allen of Elmira, NY, Richard G. Allen of Bangor, ME; grandchildren, Gregg and Kathleen Allen, Gary and Karen Allen, Mark Allen, Jeff Allen, Richie Allen, Robbie Allen, Randy Allen, Robbie Allen, Randy Allen, Mary Allen; great-granddaughter, Alyssa Allen; nephews and niece.  Al Frost, Mary Crowley, Pete Hungerford, Lyle Hungerford, Don Hungerford; several grand-nieces and grand-nephews.  Mrs. Allen was born June 26, 1906 in Horseheads, NY, the daughter of Franklin and Mary Peterson Johnson.  She was a retired chef at Beefeaters Lounge and Restaurant in Horseheads, she was the widow of Albert M. Allen, Sr. who died January 3, 1972.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 5/21/1987

DR. JOHN LEROY JOHNSON, 95 of 506 Center St., Horseheads Thursday, Dec. 20, 1962.  He was a longtime veterinarian.  Survived by several nieces and nephews.  Body at VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Horseheads.  Calling hours Saturday 7 to 9 p.m.  Service there at 2 p.m. Sunday, the Rev. John W. Lewien.  Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 12/21/1962

VICTOR FRANK JOHNSON, 56 of 220 W. 12th St., Elmira Heights, unexpectedly Thursday, Nov. 25, 1954.  He was employed as a guard at the Horseheads Industrial Center and was a member of Bentley-Trumble Post, American Legion.  Survived by sisters, Mrs. Samuel Bendle, Mrs. Jay Bensely and Mrs. Charles Emmick, all of Elmira; brothers, John B. Johnson of Elmira, Carl E. of North Tonawanda and Alvin F. of St. Charles, Ill.  The body is at the Ballard Funeral home, Elmira Heights where friends may call Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral there Monday at 2 p.m. the Rev. Robert Delorme.  Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/26/1954

Winton T. JOHNSON, age 79, of 3513 Vermont Ave., Elmira Heights, NY, Saturday, October 22, 1988 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility.  Friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home, Tuesday 11am to 1pm, with Funeral and Committal Services held at the conclusion of Calling Hours at 1pm.  Rev. Elwyn Patrick will officiate.  Interment Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY.  The family will provide their own flowers.  In lieu of flowers contributions made be directed to the charity of one's choice in his memory.  He was pre-deceased by 2 brothers and 3 sisters.  Survived by wife, Frances E. (Scofield) Johnson; several nieces and nephews.  Mr. Johnson was a member of the Sullivanville United Methodist Church.  He was a Veteran of WWII, serving with the U.S. Army, completing his tour of duty in the Asiatic Pacific.  He was retired from Thatcher Glass and he own and operated his own dairy farm in Sullivanville for many years.  (Elmira Star Gazette, Pg. 2b, Mon. 24 Oct 1988)

JONES Kenneth E. "Poppy" A loving tribute written by the family of Kenneth E. Jones of Clifton Park, NY and formerly Cedar Street, Elmira, NY went to be with his loving Lord after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, February 25, 2007, at the age of 80 with his loving family by his side. Born in Johnson City, NY on December 17, 1926, Kenneth was the son of Byron & Mary Gee Jones. Married to Gloria Neily in 1950, they were to celebrate 57 years of companionship on April 14 of this year. Kenneth worked for Hardinge Brothers, Inc. in Elmira for 35 years. Ken was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Rexford, N.Y. and previously at Calvary Baptist Church in Horseheads, NY. He served his country in the United States Army from 1945-1946. He received the WW II Victory Medallion. Ken was a very loving, hard working and supportive family man who took wonderful care of his wife and children. He had the exceptional ability to know how to fix most anything and greatly enjoyed freely sharing this gift with his friends and family. All who knew Ken "Poppy" enjoyed his grin, his whistle, his quiet, humble demeanor. His constant loving, supportive spirit will be missed by all he loved and all who loved him. Surviving is his loving wife and companion, Gloria Neily Jones, their children, Susan (Donald) Little; Kenneth E. Jones Jr.; three grandchildren, Rebecca and Andrew Little; Katie (Michael) Gregg; two great grandchildren, McKenna Elizabeth and Madeline Elise Gregg; a sister-in-law, June Jones; a special cousin, Annie Houghtaling; several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Ken was predeceased by his loving stepfather, William Tuttle, a brother and sister-in-law, Harry & Doris Jones; a brother, Robert Jones; and a precious great grandson, Noah Christopher Gregg. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Saturday, March 3, 2007 between the hours of 10 a.m.-12 (noon) Funeral services following the visitation at 12:00 p.m. with the Reverend Robert Port officiating. Burial will take place at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY with military honors. Memorial donations may be made to Community Hospice, 295 Valley View Blvd. Rensselaer, NY 12144 in Kenneth E. Jones memory. "We all loved you and will miss you. May the Lord bless you with your reward for being a humble servant. See You Later!!"

JONES Ronald Age 51, of Elmira, NY, died Thursday, August 30, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was predeceased by his mother, Wilma (Jones) Cokely; and is survived by his wife, Betty Jones; father, Francis Jones of Celeron, NY; sisters, Ellen (Bill) Gates of PA, Elaine Tenny of Horseheads, Carol (Pete) of Elmira; brothers, Joe (Cheryl) Jones of Horseheads, and Wes (Marsha) Jones of Elmira. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Friday, September 1st from 6 to 7 p.m. Private funeral services with burial in Maple Grove Cemetery will be held at the convenience of the family.  Star-Gazette.com Obituaries for 09/01/06

F. WALLACE JORALEMON.  Age 76 of Robert Dr., Horseheads died on Friday, May 03, 2002 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira. Wallace was born Sept. 7, 1925, the son of the late Douglas & Jane (Franklin) Joralemon in Elmira. He is survived by his loving wife, Marian (McKinney) Joralemon, together having just celebrated 44 years of marriage on May 2nd. He is also survived by his sister, Doris Barrows of Rochester, NY; sister-in-law, Elva (Donald) Bradley of Mesa, AZ; nephew, Paul (Laura) Barrows of Honeyoe Falls, NY; grand nephew, Preston Barrows at home. Mr. Joralemon was employed at Elmira Savings & Loan in Elmira when he recently retired with 43 years of service. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during WWII as a Navy Seabee. His memberships included the First Presbyterian Church of Horseheads, the American Legion Bentley Post #443 in Elmira and the Elmira Heights V.F.W. Friends are invited to attend his funeral service to be celebrated on Monday, May 6, 2002 at 11:00am in the First Presbyterian Church, 2943 Westinghouse Rd., Horseheads with the Rev. Dr. Walter B. Funk officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads where full military honors will be accorded. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to First Presbyterian Church 2943 Westinghouse Rd. Horseheads, NY or ALS Assoc., 27001 Agoura Rd., Suite 150, Calabasas Hills, CA.  –Elmira Star Gazette.

WALLACE F. JORALEMON, Age 76 of Robert Dr., Horseheads died on Friday, May 3, 2002 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Elmira.  Wallace was born Sept. 7, 1925, the son of the late Douglas & Jane (Franklin) Joralemon in Elmira.  He is survived by his loving wife, Marian (McKinney) Joralemon, together having just celebrated 44 years of marriage on May 2nd.  He is also survived by his sister, Doris Barrows of Rochester, NY; sister-in-law, Elva (Donald) Bradley of Mesa, AZ; nephews, Paul (Laura) Barrows of Honeyoe Falls, NY; grandnephew, Preston Barrows at home.  Mr. Joralemon was employed at Elmira Savings & Loan in Elmira when he recently retired with 43 years of service.  He was also a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during WWII as a Navy Seabee.  His memberships included the First Presbyterian Church of Horseheads, the American Legion Bentley Post #443 in Elmira and the Elmira Heights V.F.W.  Friends are invited to attend his funeral service to be celebrated on Monday, May 6, 2002 at 11:00 am in the First Presbyterian Church, 2943 Westinghouse Rd., Horseheads, with the Rev. Dr. Walter B. Funk officiating.  Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads where full military honors will be accorded.  Expressions of sympathy may be directed to First Presbyterian Church, 2943 Westinghouse Rd., Horseheads, NY or ALS Association, Calabasa Hills, CA. –Elmira Star Gazette.

 

JOSLYN Jennifer A. Coleman

Age 39, of Elmira, NY, died Wednesday, October 12th, 2011, at home surrounded by the love of her family. Jennifer is survived by her husband of 7 years, James Coleman of Elmira; beloved sons, Lynn, William, and Shamus, all at home; mother, Judy Joslyn of Horseheads; stepsons, Riley, Cody Coleman; grandsons, Ayden and Parker Coleman; along with her aunts, Donna Gee, Linda (Curtis) Bolden, Connie (Richard) Palmer and Joyce Becker; great aunt, Rickey Thompson; several cousins, including Christina States, Scott Palmer, Brian Bolden, and Billy Laughlin. She was predeceased by her father, William Joslyn; and aunts, Sandra Ames and Joanne Buck. She graduated from Horseheads, High School, the Class of 1990. Jennifer worked for the New York State Department of Parole for several years. She was a devoted mother who loved her boys to no end. Their everyday accomplishments and smiles let her see through her illness. Jennifer was member of the Women of the Moose, CSEA, and the Relay for Life and loved chocolate. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira/Southport, NY on Friday, October 14th, 2011, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and again on Saturday, October 15th, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Funeral services celebrating the life of Jennifer A. Coleman will be shared at 11:00 a.m. The Rev. Arthur "Skip" Reed will officiate. Graveside services will follow at the Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. In lieu of flowers, those wishing please make memorials in Jennifer's name to the Southern Tier Hospice and Palliative Care, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. A very special "Thank You" to Drs. Byland and Navone and their staff for the outstanding love and care given to Jennifer.  Star Gazette – October 13, 2011

 

JUSICK -MARY C. HICKS, age 63 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Tuesday November 10, 2020. Mary was born March 10, 1957 in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Conrad and Betty Jusick. She married her husband, Timothy L. Hicks, on November 23, 1994 and they would have celebrated their 26th Wedding Anniversary this year. Mary had worked at Aetna Insurance for many years and retired from Trayer Products in Elmira, NY. She was a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Church and was a very active member until her health began to decline. Mary loved her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with them. Mary is survived by her beloved husband Timothy L. Hicks ; her loving daughter: Kathryn M. Hicks of Elmira Heights, NY; brother: Conrad Joseph Jusick of Elmira, NY; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law: Robert Hicks of Elmira, NY, Patricia Hicks of Tampa, FL and Laura Hicks of Montour Falls, NY ; nieces and nephews: Kelly, Stacy, Greg, Mary , and Jackee; several cousins and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home, 318 W. Broad St., Horseheads, NY on Sunday November 15, 2020 from 4-6 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday November 16, 2020 at 10 AM in St. Mary Our Mother Church 816 West Broad Street in Horseheads, NY. Mary will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY . In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Mary through memorial contributions to Friends of The Horseheads Animal Shelter. P.O. Box 288, Horseheads, NY. -Elmira Star-Gazette 11/12/2020

 

KAKRITZ - VAN DUZER, Jean K.
Age 70 of Horseheads, NY died on Thursday, July 31, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Mrs. Van Duzer was born in Elmira, NY on December 31, 1937, the daughter of the late George and Mary Wojtyna Kakritz. Mrs. Van Duzer was a Registered Nurse and Family Nurse Practitioner at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. She received a BS and MS in Nursing and was a graduate of the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Jean married her husband, Lewis Sayre Van Duzer on October 17, 1964 and they would have celebrated their 44th Wedding Anniversary this year. She was a member of the Friends of the Horseheads Free Library and a healthcare volunteer. Mrs. Van Duzer is survived by her husband: Lewis Sayre Van Duzer; sons and daughters-in-law: James Sayre and Marie Van Duzer of Williamsville, NY with their children: Lucas J. and Alex M. Van Duzer; William Lewis and Carole Van Duzer of Erie, PA with their children: Austin S. and Alyssa R.; David Joseph and Deirdra Van Duzer of Horseheads, NY and their son Daniel; brother: George Kakritz of Sun City, AZ; sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Jan and Frederick Rohrs of Horseheads, NY; special aunt: Jean Wojtyna 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 Monday August 4, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mrs. Van Duzer's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday August 5, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. Thomas O'Brien Officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Jean through memorials to the Friends of the Horseheads Free Library, 405 S. Main St., Horseheads, NY 14845; Horseheads Historical Society, 312 W. Broad Street, Horseheads, NY 14845; or to the SPCA, Rt. 352, Elmira, NY 14903. The family would like to thank the staff on 4T at the Arnot Ogden and a special thank you to Julie Lynch for all the care and support given to Jean and her family.  Published in the Star-Gazette from 8/2/2008 - 8/4/2008

 

KATRITZ –ANNA T. BRIGGS age 92 of Wygant Rd. in Horseheads passed way Fri Oct. 9, 2015. Anna was born in Elmira, NY Jan. 6, 2015 to Frederick and Frieda (Mathew) Kakritz. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert D. Briggs, Sisters, Dorothy Spoore, Bernice Weston, Florence Kirkpatrick and brother, Charles Kakritz. She is also survived by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Roger and Joy Briggs, Tom and Anne Briggs, Don Dix. Also surviving are several extended family members and many nieces nephews and close friends. Ann was a lifelong resident of Chemung County. Attended St. Cecelia's, St. Peter & Paul's Church and more recently St. Patrick's Church. She retired as an executive secretary for Thatcher Glass in Elmira. Ann was also a Big Flats Red Hatter, volunteered at Ridge Rd. School assisting the kindergarten class with reading. She was also a member of the Women of the Elks. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Horseheads on Wed. Oct. 14, 2015 from 4-7:00PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 604 Park Place, Elmira, on Thursday, October 15, 2015, at 9AM with burial to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 10/13/2015

 

KANKUS –JEAN K. MACE of Elmira Heights passed away unexpectedly at home after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday morning, October 20, 2016. Jean was predeceased by her loving husband of 55 years, Robert "Doug" Mace, in 2015. Jean is survived by her loving family, sons, Craig Mace and Scott Mace and granddaughter, Kendra Mace, all of Elmira Heights, NY; brother, Richard Kankus; sisters-in-law, Maddy Kankus and Peg Kankus; and several nieces and nephews. She was born in Dunmore, PA, to the late Michael and Leona (Pierson) Kankus. Jean was a member of the Order of Eastern Star and active in Classy Lassies. She was an active book reader and enjoyed needle work. She was also a long time member and communicant of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Horseheads. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Inc., 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Monday, October 24, 2016, from 3:00PM-6:00PM. A celebration of her life and the Holy Eucharist will be held on Tuesday, October 25, 2016, at 10:00AM in St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 408 S. Main St., Horseheads. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may member Jean with memorials to the Chemung County Humane Society & SPCA, 2435 St. Rte. 352, Elmira, NY, St. Matthew's Church, 408 S. Main St., Horseheads, NY or the American Cancer Society, 13 Beech St., Johnson City, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 10/22/2016

KEENER - CORTRIGHT Betty M. (Keener)
Age 86 of Horseheads, NY died on Tuesday October 9, 2007. Betty was born on July 8, 1921 in Norway Ridge, PA the daughter of the late Fred Minor and Esther Inez Vanderpoel Keener. She was a Secretary in the Physical Therapy Dept at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Mrs. Cortright was a member of the Calvary Church of the Nazarene in Elmira, NY. One of the things that Betty loved most was camping. She was pre-deceased by her parents; brothers: Fred Robert Keener, Judson C. Keener and Eugene Stanley Keener. Mrs. Cortright is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Rebecca E. and Robert L. Knapp Jr. of Horseheads, NY; son: Charles Keener Cortright of Latham, NY; grandchildren: Kathy Knapp of Roanoke, VA; Robert L. Knapp III of Elmira, NY; Christina Westenberger of Williamsburg, VA; great grandchildren: Ashley Hendrickson; Robert Eugene Hendrickson; Cody Michael Liddiard; Cate and Zack Westenberger; 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 October 12, 2007 from 1-2 PM. Mrs. Cortright's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 2 PM with the Pastor Paul D. MacPherson officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.

KEENER Eugene Stanley
Age 83 of Elmira, NY died on Thursday September 13, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira, NY. Eugene was born May 22, 1924 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Fred Minor Keener and Esther Inez Vanderpoel Keener. Gene was also pre-deceased by his brothers Fred Robert Keener and Judson C. Keener. He was a Veteran of WW II serving his country with The US Army Air Corps attaining the rank of Tech Sergeant. Gene was a retired Passenger Ticket Agent for the Erie Railroad in Elmira, NY. He was also a terminal manager for Hall's Trucking in Elmira, NY and worked at Southern Tier Hide and Tallow. Mr. Keener is survived by his sister: Betty K. Cortright of Horseheads NY; several nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Gene's Funeral Services on Sunday September 16, 2007 at 5 PM at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. The Rev. Dr. Larry L. Appenzellar will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.

KEHOE William Francis
3/9/26 - 11/14/09
Bill Kehoe, 83, left us to join his loved ones in Heaven the morning of 11/14/09. He passed quietly and comfortably in his home with his family in Ft. Worth, Texas. He was predeceased by his first wife, Martha Butray Kehoe; brothers, Richard, John, and Thomas; sister, Helen Brinkman; and his recently deceased wife of 12 years, Imogene Judge Kehoe. He is survived by his stepson and daughter-in-law, Craig and Terry Judge; step daughter, Jodelle Judge; step grandsons, Cory and Trevor Judge; and his many nieces and nephews in the Atkinson, Rodzai, Balash, Augustine, Butray and Matteson families. Bill was a retired NYS Corrections Sergeant and a veteran of the Coast Guard serving during WWII. He was a lifetime resident of the Southern Tier and retired to Florida with Jean until 2004 when they moved to Ft Worth to be close to their family. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY at a date to be announced later.  Published in Star-Gazette on November 22, 2009

CECIL E. ‘JIGGS’ KEISTER of Horseheads, NY passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2015. Cecil was born on November 22, 1928, a son of the late Ried and Alice Pollock Keister and step father Cecil Baumgartner. Cecil served his country honorably with the Army Air Force during WWII. He retired after 30 years of service as a truck driver for Berman's Motor Express. Cecil was a premier stock-car driver in the 1950's in the southern tier racing circuit. He is also predeceased by his siblings; sisters, Mary "Pat" Andrews, Mabel Forrest, Flossie Huffner, and brother, Lester Keister. Cecil is survived by his former spouse and good friend, Betty Keister of Horseheads, NY; children, Cecil "Chip" (Kathryn) Keister of Horseheads, NY, Terry (Gretchen) Keister of West Oneonta, NY, Sandra Keister Hayes of Horseheads, NY and Scott (Susan) Keister of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren, Brendan, Corey, Kelsey, Taylor, Elise and Evan; sister, Nellie Spaziani of Elmira, NY, 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 Monday, January 12, 2015 from 5-7 PM with a Funeral Service to follow at 7:15 PM. He will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers the family graciously accepts remembrances and/or donations in Cecil's memory to American Macular Degeneration Assoc., American Macular Degeneration Foundation, P.O. Box 515, Northampton, MA. –Elmira Star-Gazette 1/10/2015

KEISTER - HUFFNER Flossie M.
Age 74 of 152 Ridge Road Horseheads, NY died on Sunday December 23, 2007 at home. Mrs. Huffner was born February 20, 1933 in Beavertown, Pennsylvania the daughter of the late Reid and Alice Pollock Keister. Flossie was raised by her mother and step-father Alice and Cecil Baumgartner. Flossie married her husband, Douglas E. Huffner, who pre-deceased her on May 31, 1984. She was also pre-deceased by her sisters Mary P. Andrews and Mabel Forrest and her brother Lester Keister. Flossie loved her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with them. Mrs. Huffner is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law: Douglas E. Huffner Jr. of Elmira, NY and Larry & Colleen Huffner of Elmira, NY; daughter and son-in-law: Cindy L. & Stanley Dziergas of Horseheads, NY; former daughter-in-laws: Linda Huffner Vanderhoff of Elmira, NY; grandchildren: Douglas E. Huffner III, Chad Huffner, Sherry Ann Huffner, Kristin Huffner, Jennifer Huffner, Emma Huffner, Amy Lynn Barto Grant, Sheena Barto, and Haley Dziergas; great grandsons: Devon Grant and Connor Grant; sister and brother-in-law: Nellie & Ulysses Spaziani of Elmira, NY; brother: Cecil Keister of Horseheads, NY; former sister-in-law: Betty Keister 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 Friday December 28, 2007 from 1-2 PM. Mrs. Huffner's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours with the Rev. Robert C. MacNamara officiating. Flossie will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband Douglas in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/25/2007.

FREDERICK KELLER, Town of Big Flats died Wednesday, Aug. 19, 1936 at 6:20 p.m. after an extended illness.  He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Hulda Pond, West Corning; two sons, William, Town of Corning and George at home; two brothers, Ferdinand, Town of Big Flats and William, Town of Horseheads.  The body is in the O’Dea Funeral Home and will be taken to the family home today where the funeral will be held Saturday at 2 p.m.  The Rev. R. Vieweg will officiate.  Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/20/1936

ERNEST G. KELLEY, "Grandpa" age 85 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Thursday October 2, 2014 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Ernie was born March 21,1929 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Ernest Ora Kelley and Vera Mae Miller Kelley. He was a graduate of Southside High School Class of 1946. Ernie was a Veteran of World War II serving his country with The U.S. ARMY during Post War Occupation in Italy. He married his wife, Amelia Adelaide "Addie" Hennigan Kelley, on December 26, 1948 and they would have celebrated their 66th Wedding Anniversary on December 26, 2014. Ernie was a graduate of Alfred Ag & Tech and worked for National Homes, Millbrook Bread Company, and Rotary Gas Company prior to beginning his career with The U.S. Post Office in Horseheads, NY. He was a retired letter carrier who always had a smile everyday he worked. Ernie was a member of The Bentley-Trumble American Legion Post # 442 where he ran Bingo for over 30 years. He served on The Board of Directors for Horseheads Babe Ruth, delivered for Meals On Wheels with his wife Addie for several years, was a member of The Horseheads Old Oak Lodge # 364 F.&A.M., an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed playing cards and bowling. Mr. Kelley and his wife Addie were long-time members of The First Presbyterian Church of Horseheads. As a former wrestler himself in both high school and The U.S. Army Ernie was an avid fan of High School Wrestling and attended matches all over New York State as well as State Meets. He loved his family and friends and treasured the time he spent with them and especially enjoyed PBA outings and playing poker. Ernie is survived by his wife of nearly 66 years Amelia Adelaide "Addie" Kelley; his loving children: Neva & Gary Knisely of Horseheads, NY, Michael & Mary Kelley of Sandy Hook, CT, Stephen & Diane Kelley of Erin, NY, Lisa & John Kinne Sr. of Horseheads, NY, and Michelle & Larry Nigro of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren: Jason & Dawn Kelley of Geneva, NY, David & Melissa Kelley of Breesport, NY, Patrick & Jennifer Kelley of Newtown, CT, Ryan Nigro & Betsy Hernandez of Woodbridge, VA, Garry & Amy Knisely of Johnson City, NY, Celeste Nigro & Jordan Rathbun of Horseheads, NY, and John Kinne Jr. of Horseheads, NY; great grandchildren: Megan Kelley, Brennan Kelley, Jared Kelley, Maddison Kelley, Sofie Horna, and Reagan Kelley; sister: Eleanor Crahen of N.C.; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law: Joel & Terry Hennigan of Horseheads, NY and Marguerite Hennigan Schultz of Pine Valley, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home, 318 W. Broad St., Horseheads, NY on Monday October 6, 2014 from 5-8 PM. Officers and Members of Horseheads American Legion Post # 442 will conduct a Memorial Service on Monday October 6, 2014 at 7:45 PM at the Funeral Home for their departed comrade. Mr. Kelley's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday October 7, 2014 at 11 AM with the Rev. Jonathan B. Knight officiating. Ernie will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Kelley. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that Mr. Kelley be remembered through memorial donations to Meals on Wheels of Chemung County 150 Fox Street Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 10/5/2014

KELLY –BRIDE HICKEY age 91, of Wheaton Rd., Horseheads, passed away after a long illness Tues., Aug. 19, 2014. She was born Jan. 28, 1923, in Gambo, NL, Canada to Garrett and Catherine (Jesso) Kelly. She was predeceased by her husband, Stephen Hickey. Her surviving family includes her daughter and son-in-law, Diana (Henry) Todd of Myrtle Beach, SC; grandsons, Stephen Todd of Myrtle Beach, SC and Richard Todd of NY, NY; sister, Madeline (Robert) Weaver of Big Flats, NY; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Bride retired as a server from the Horseheads Central School. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Inc., 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Sat., Aug. 23, 2014, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Her service will follow at the funeral home at 2:00 p.m. with burial service to follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. Those wishing may remember Bride with memorials to the Southern Tier Food Bank, 388 Upper Oakwood Ave., Elmira, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/22/2014

DEAN S. KELLY, age 93 of Horseheads, NY, and a resident of the Manor at Bethany Village passed away peacefully surrounded by his daughters on December 7, 2016. Dean was born on May 25, 1923, in Leroy, PA. He was one of 10 children of the late Servellon B. and Mabel (Smiley) Kelly. Dean would have graduated from Horseheads High School, but was drafted out of his senior class serving in WWII in the Army Calvary as a foot soldier walking most of Germany. After the war, Dean worked for 33 years at Purolator, also known as Eclipse, Bendix, and Facet. He was in the plant on the lines as well as being a Union Steward and Union Negotiator for UAW Local 604. He and his wife, Arlene R. (Smith) Kelly, were married on July 26, 1947, at the Chapel on Fort Belvedere, VA. Dean was predeceased by his loving wife, Arlene, of 51 plus years in 1999. He was also predeceased by four brothers, Clendon (Luella) Kelly, William (Madeline) Kelly, Reynold (Liz, Jeannie) Kelly, Donald Kelly; four sisters, Vera (George) Bruce, Jean (Ward Wayne) Williamson, Eula (George) Horton, Mildred (Joe) Santucci along with their spouses; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Earl and Beulah (Smith) Andrews; brother-in-law, Raymond (Margaret) Smith of Camden, NY; and his son-in-law, Lloyd “Wardie” Brown. Surviving are his three daughters, Nancy Kelly Brown, Sally Kelly and Donna Kelly all of Horseheads, NY; grandson and wife, Gregory W. and Jennifer (Lingnau) Brown of San Antonio, TX; great grandsons, Matthew Brown and Johnathan Brown both of San Antonio, TX; sister and brother-in-law, Sarah (Kelly) and Carl Schnautz of Horseheads, NY; sisters-in-law, Margaret (Raymond) Smith of Camden, NY and Dorothy (Donald) Kelly of Horseheads, NY; many nieces and nephews as well as special adopted daughters, Denise Blint, Jeannette Berretta and Chris Lloyd all of Horseheads, NY. Dean had been a resident of Horseheads, NY, since a small boy living on Westlake St. and Franklin St. as a paper boy and delivering baked goods and laundry on his bicycle for his mother. Dean enjoyed his summers camping at the family cabin in Shunk, PA. Dean also participated in many sports, rode his motorcycle, and was an avid golfer, loving the 19^th hole. In the 1960's Dean helped organize Cinderella softball for the Horseheads girls. In later years, he and his wife, Arlene (along with their dog), wintered at Outdoor Resorts in South Padre Island, TX, where he had his one and only hole in one. Dean met Hillary Clinton in Albany while saving the lifetime insurance benefits for all the retirees of Purolator. Dean had been a member of the Bentley Trumble American Legion Post #0442 for many years. At the family's request there will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Maple Grove Cemetery where he will be laid to rest with his best friend and wife at the convenience of the family. Very special thanks to all the nurses, aides and medical professionals at Chemung County Health, Chemung County Office of the Aging, and the Manor at Bethany Village. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Nursing Home, c/o Dean Kelly, 3005 Watkins Rd., Horseheads, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 12/10/2016

DONALD W. KELLY, age 51 of 107 William Lane, Horseheads, Saturday, November 11, 1978 at the Arnot Ogden Hospital after an extended illness.  Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral services will be held there on Tuesday at 11 a.m., the Rev. r. David Oertel, the Rev. Theodore R. Richards and the Rev. Alex N. Nemeth officiating.  Internment in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads.  The family will provide flowers and would appreciate if those wishing would remember Mr. Kelly by memorials to either the first United Methodist Church or the First Presbyterian Church of Horseheads.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Dorothy (Serosky) Kelly; son and daughter-in-law, Patrick and Janice Kelly of Horseheads; daughter and son-in-law, Terri and David Koski of Elmira; son, Daniel at home; sisters, Mrs. George (Vera) Bruce of troy, Pa., Mrs. Ward Wayne (Jeanne) Williamson of Salinas, Calif., Mrs. Joseph (Mildred) Santucci of Horseheads, Mrs. George (Eula) Horton of Palm Coast, Fla., Mrs. Carl (Sally) Schnautz of Horseheads, brothers, Clendon of Green Castle, Pa., William of Big Flats, and Reynold and Dean both of Horseheads; many nieces and nephews.  Mr. Kelly was a member of the First United Church of Horseheads where he had been active in Boy Scout Troup No. 84.  He was the retired Assistant Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds for the Horseheads Central school where he had served for 24 years.  He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II.  –Elmira Star Gazette.

KELLY –DORIS M. VICKI age 89, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was born on May 1, 1927 to the late John and Sarah (Finch) Kelly. She was predeceased by her husband, Stanley Vicki and brothers, John and Lynn Kelly. Doris is survived by her children, Marvin (Lisa) Hollister, Thomas Hollister, Susan Vicki, Patricia (Greg) Jeffers and Stanley (Teresa) Vicki Jr.; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; along with several nieces and nephews. Doris worked as a school bus driver for Elmira City School District for 20 years and she loved her children and grandchildren very much. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, June 15th from 4 to 6 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in Maple Grove Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 6/14/2016

KELLY - PACKARD JERIL M
Jeril M. Age 62, of Millport, NY, died on Friday, May 12, 2006, at her home. She was born in Elmira, NY, on July 7, 1943, daughter of Joseph and Doris (Baxter) Kelly. Jeril was predeceased by her daughter, Terri Ames; and stepfather, Charles Babcock. Survivors include her sons, Randy Ames and his companion, Cindy, of Elmira, Craig Ames and his companion, Rebecca, of Live Oak, FL, and Earl Delles and his companion, Sherrie, of Dundee, NY; sister, Georgia (Joseph) Mahonski of Herkimer, NY; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to call Thursday, May 18, 2006, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A remembrance service of Jeril will follow at 3p.m. Interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY, at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Jeril can be made to Chemung Co. SPCA.

JOHN F. KELLY, age 78 of 725 Seneca Place, Elmira, NY, Friday, February 14, 1997 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  He was predeceased by his daughter, Doris Jean Kelly; stepdaughter, Jean Marie DeRenzo; grandchildren, Stacey and John Charles; great-grandson, Chad; and is survived by his wife, Eva Marie; son and daughter-in-law, Marvin and Dora Kelly of Corning, NY; daughters and sons-in-law, Grace and John Lake of GA, Frances and Marc Steinberg of Mt. Ida, AR and Emma Jane Arnold of Waverly, NY; stepsons and daughters-in-law, Philip and Terry Johnson of Elmira, NY, Steven and Terry Johnson of Auburn, NY; stepdaughter, Sharon Kraft of Hollywood, FL; sister, Doris Vicki of Elmira, NY; sisters-in-law, Martha DeRoche of Lackawanna, NY, Patricia Newman of Millport, NY, Betty Curtis of Erie, PA, and Rosemary (Jim) McDonald of Buffalo, NY; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Mary Harris of Elmira, NY.  Mrs. Kelly retired from General Electric and was a former member of the Loyal Order of the Moose #517 and F.O.E. #941, both of Elmira.  Family and friends are invited to call at the Barrett Funeral Home on Sunday, February 16th from 6 to 8 p.m.  Funeral and committal services will follow at 8 p.m.  Rev. Larry Parker will officiate.  Interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be directed to the Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY or the Southern Tier AIDS Program, 330 W. Church St., Elmira, NY.  –Elmira Star Gazette.

KELLY –PATRICIA J. LUTHER age 80, and longtime resident of Hulett St. in Horseheads, passed away after a long battle with ALS on Sat. May 31, 2014. Pat was born in Elmira, NY to Clendon and Luella (Jessup) Kelly. She was predeceased by her son, Clifford Luther, in 2010. Her surviving family includes her daughter, Linda Luther of Horseheads; son, Dale (Debbie) Luther of Lowman; grandchildren, Dusty Grover, Jason (Theresa) Luther, Chad Luther, Jennifer Swartout, John Swartout; 8 great-granddaughters; brothers, Doug (Waneta) Kelly of Gainsville, FL, Gerald (Barb) Kelly of Millport, Edward Kelly of Long Island, Stanley (Bonnie) Kelly of Green Castle, PA. She was also predeceased by her brother and sister, Richard Kelly and Rayeann Rosenberry. Pat was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was retired from Housekeeping at Howard Johnsons in Horseheads. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads on Thurs. June 5, 2014 from 1-3:00 and 5-6:00 p.m. Her service will follow at 6:00. Burial in Maple Grove Cemetery. Those wishing may remember Pat with memorials to ALS Association of Upstate NY Chapter, 890 7th North Street, Suite 108, Liverpool, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 6/3/2014 (Her family originally spelled Kelly, Kelley)

 

KELLY –SARA L. ‘SALLY’ SCHNAUTZ age 87 of Horseheads passed away Wed. July 19, 2017. Sally was born in Horseheads, NY on Aug. 21, 1929 to the late Servellon and Mabel (Smiley) Kelly. Sally was predeceased by her son, Larry Schnautz whom she dearly missed; She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Carl Schnautz "all for a nickel"; sons, Chuck (Helena) Schnautz of Horseheads, Tom (Susan) Schnautz also of Horseheads, and Karen (Tim) Mezzatesta of Cummin, GA; Grandchildren, Stacey and Matthew Mezzatesta, Kathryn (Alex) Curren, Lauren (Jesse) Little, Allison and Justin Schnautz; Great grandchildren, Layla and Emilee Little; Daughter-in-law, Donna Schnautz of Horseheads; Sisters-in-law, Dottie Kelly of Horseheads and Barbara (Roy Barber) Schnautz of Elmira; A host of nieces, nephews, and close and caring friends, including Cindy Ellis whom she enjoyed weekly visits and friendship shared. She was the last survivor of her nine siblings. In addition to her predeceased brothers and sisters, William (Madelyn), Clendon (Luella), Don, Reynold (Elizabeth) and Dean (Arlene) Kelly, Jean (Ward) Williamson, Vera (George) Bruce, Mildred (Joseph) Santucci and Eula (George) Horton, Sally was predeceased by her in-laws, Elmer and Freida (Schwab) Schnautz and Brother-in-law, Earl and Anna Schnautz. Sally worked along side the Zeigler family at Zeigler Florist in Horseheads for over 30 years and was a member of Horseheads First United Methodist Church. She was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker and neighborhood chocolate chip cookie maker. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Horseheads on Mon. July 24, 2017 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Her service will take place there at the conclusion of calling hours at 1:00 pm with grave side committal service in Maple Grove Cemetery to follow. Special thanks to the care givers at Elcor Hickory Knoll South for all their kindness and respect they showed Sally during her brief stay there. –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/22/2017

SERVELLON B. KELLY, age 83, of 408 W. Franklin St., Horseheads, N.Y. Saturday, Nov. 25, 1972 at the Arnot Ogden Hospital.  Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, Horseheads, Sunday 7 to 9 p.m., Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral services will be held there Tuesday at 11 a.m., Rev. R. David Oertel officiating, Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery.  He is survived by wife, Mrs. Mabel (Smiley) Kelly; daughters, Mrs. George (Vera) Bruce of Troy, Penna., Mrs. Ward Wayne (Jean) Williamson of Salinas, California, Mrs. Joseph (Mildred) Santucci and Mrs. George (Eula) Horton and Mrs. Carl (Sally) Schnautz all of Horseheads; sons, Clendon of Greencastle, Penna., William of Big Flats, Reynold, Dean and Donald all of Horseheads, sister, Mrs. Earl (Phoebe) McIlwain of Alba, Penna.; brother, Harry of LeRoy, Penna.; 41 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews, Mr. Kelly was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Horseheads and a retired employee of the Horseheads Central School.

KELLY Thomas J.
Age 81 of Horseheads, NY died on Tuesday October 28, 2008 at home surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born on March 22, 1927 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Edward and Frances Crowe Kelly. Mr. Kelly was a Veteran of WWII serving his country with the U.S. Coast Guard. He married his wife Beverly J. Bateman Kelly on January 22, 1950 and she pre-deceased him on January 10, 2003. Thomas was the Vice President for Chemung Electronics in Elmira, NY. He was a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Church and a 54 year member of the Horseheads American Legion Post #442. Tom was an avid golfer and woodworker, a pilot and teacher of electronics. He was pre-deceased by his wife; parents; brother & sister-in-law Edward and Babe Kelly and sister-in-law Barbara Wagner. Mr. Kelly is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law: Cheryl and Michael Capozzi of Horseheads, NY; Diane Kelly and Paul Murphy of Corning, NY; grandchildren: Erin Capozzi, Emily (John Donlon) Marmuscak, Mitchell Murphy; great grandson: John Michael Donlon; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Fred Wagner of Horseheads, NY, Bonnie and Michael Donnelly of Odessa, NY, Daniel and Shirley Bateman of Corning, NY, and David and Marilyn Bateman of Tennessee; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends and wonderful neighbors. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Friday October 31, 2008 from 2-5 PM. Mr. Kelly's Funeral Services will be held on Saturday November 1, 2008 at the Funeral Home at 10 AM with Rev. Christopher P. Linsler officiating. Mr. Kelly will be laid to rest next to his beloved wife Beverly in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Kelly.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/30/2008

John KELSH
John KELSH died Tuesday morning at 5:30 o'clock at the family home, 620 East Third street, aged sixty-seven years. He is survived by his widow, two daughters, Mrs. William HOVENCAMP of Mecklenburg, and Mrs. Ralph THAYER of Elmira; three brothers, Joseph and Nicholas of White Plains, PA., and Henry of Brooklyn, also a sister, Mrs. Peter HULL of Honesdale, PA., also four grandchildren. The funeral will be held at the home Friday at 9 a.m. and at the St. John church at 9:30 o'clock, the Rev. J. B. STEMMLER to officiate. Burial in the Maple Grove cemetery at Horseheads.
John KELSH
The funeral of John KELSH will be held at the home, 620 East Third street, Friday at  9 a.m. and at the St. John Church at 9:30 o'clock, the Rev. J. B. STEMMLER to officiate. Burial in the Maple Grove cemetery at Horseheads. Source: Pg. 7 c5 May 13, 1914 Elmira Star Gazette

KEMPIN - FRANKE
Eleanore A. (Kempin) Age 88 formerly of Highland Ave. Horseheads, NY died on Tuesday May 1, 2001 at Bethany Manor. Mrs. Franke was born January 28, 1913 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania the daughter of the late John and Anna Kaugch Kempin. Eleanore married her husband, Milton W. Franke Sr., on October 23, 1943 and was pre-deceased by him on December 11, 1997. Mrs. Franke was a retired school teacher having taught in the Ithaca School District for several years prior to her retirement. Eleanore was an active member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in Horseheads for many years. She is survived by her son: Milton W. Franke Jr. of Oneonta, NY; several nieces, nephews, and a multitude of friends in the community. There will be no prior calling hours. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Friday May 4, 2001 at 10 AM in the Lounge of Bethany Manor Skilled Unit 3 3005 Watkins Road Horseheads, NY. Her Pastor Lotta Cohen will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery will take place at 9 AM prior to Eleanore's Memorial Service. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Eleanore through memorials to Our Saviour's Lutheran Church 2872 Westinghouse Road Horseheads, NY 14845. Arrangements are entrusted to the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home in Horseheads, NY.

KENNEY Wilbur F.
Age 93 died on Saturday February 7, 2009 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Wilbur was born in Phenix City, Alabama the son of the late William and Minnie Cola Kenney. He spent his childhood in Central Florida. He married his wife, Doris Parker Kenney, in 1937 in Penn Yan, NY and they were married 60 years before her death on August 13, 1997. Wilbur was also pre-deceased by his eight brothers and sisters as well as a special friend Margaret Lindstrom. Mr. Kenney was a Veteran of WW II serving his country for four years with The Seabees. Wilbur was a retired machinist at Eclipse/ Bendix Corp. with over 30 years of dedicated service. Mr. Kenney is survived by his loving and devoted daughter and son-in-law: Jean & Edward Kennon of Horseheads, NY; beloved granddaughters: Kimberly & John Boulas II and Erin & Dan Kazmark Jr. all of Horseheads, NY; six beloved great grandchildren: Christopher Boulas of Los Angeles, CA, Ryan Boulas of Rochester, NY, Megan Ahrens and fiancé James DiNicolantonio of Buffalo, NY, Matthew Ahrens of Horseheads, NY, Brian Kazmark, and Aric Kazmark both of Horseheads, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. It was Mr. Kenney's request that there be no prior calling hours. Private Funeral Services and Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. Wilbur's Family would like to thank the staffs of Bethany Courtyards and Elcor Colonial Ridge for their special care given their Dad and Grandpa. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/10/2009

WILLIAM H. KENT William H. Kent died this morning at 5 o’clock at the family home in the town of Catlin, aged fifty-seven years. He is survived by his widow, four sons, Sherman of Hornell, Vine of Catlin, Arthur of Louisville, Ky., and Sellman of Corning; two daughters, Mrs. Louis Gardner of Horseheads, and Mrs. Cash Hamilton of Erin; a brother Charles H. Kent and a sister Sophia Kent, both of Washington, Indiana. A prayer service will be held at the home Saturday at 1 p.m. and the funeral will be held at the Methodist Episcopal Church at Tompkins Corners at 2 p.m. The Rev. C. E. Christian will officiate and burial will be in Maple Grove cemetery at Horseheads. (handwritten on article May 29, 1912)

LLOYD M. KEOUGH, age 65, of Elmira Heights, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at home after a yearlong battle with cancer. Lloyd was born on May 8, 1949 in Wellsville, NY. He retired this past January after 44 years at Hardinge, Inc where he met and now leaves behind many life-long friends and co-workers. Lloyd is survived by his devoted and loving wife Kathy; parents Oliver and Goldie Keough; brother, Wayne (Reva) Keough; sisters, Alice Keough and Deanne (Wayne) Knapp; sons, Brian (Valory) Keough, Dennis (Christine) Keough, and Jason (Amy) Keough; daughters, Laura (Tim) Sarnak and Susan Keough; step-daughters, Casey Hall and Amy (Allen) Wolcott; grandchildren, Angela, Tony, Maxine, Caden, Stephen, Frankie, Nick, Jake, Tinsley, Marcyssa, Darius, Ethan, Emma, Brycen, Amanda (Jeremiah), Ryan, Trevor, Cheyenne; and great-granddaughter McKenzie. Lloyd was usually found either working on something in his garage or enjoying the great outdoors in the Catskill Mountains. He was seen by all those who knew him as a good, kind and fair man. He was always willing to assist anyone who asked and rarely did he pass up an opportunity to tell a story or two of his life experiences. Family and friends are invited to visit at Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Friday, May 1st from 4 to 7 p.m. His funeral service will be held there on Saturday, May 2nd at 9:30 am. Rev. Dr. David Sullivan will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 4/30/2015

KERRICK - WATSON, Elizabeth "Jane"
Age 83 and longtime resident of South Pine Street, Horseheads went home to be with the Lord Friday, June 12, 2009 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was predeceased by her son, Daniel Watson; more recently her husband, George Watson; and daughter, Betsy Appleton Worcester. She is survived by her daughter, Darlene (Rick) Mallecoccio of Horseheads; grandchildren, Joseph, Stephanie and Angela Mallecoccio all of Horseheads, David and Laurie Appleton of Binghamton, NY, James Jr., Tracy and Joel Appleton all of NC, Bradley Appleton of Waverly, NY, and Stacey Watson of Schenectady, NY; and several great grandchildren; sister, Winifred (Lee) Morrison of Elmira, NY; brother, John (Beverly) Kerrick of Troy, PA and many nieces and nephews. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Jane was very much loved by many, enjoyed spending time with her family, and will be missed greatly. Jane and her husband were avid bowlers and enjoyed traveling. She also worked at the Eclipse during WWII. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St. Horseheads on Monday June 15, 2009 from 1-3:00 p.m. her service will follow there at the funeral home at 3:00 p.m. with The Rev. David Swartwood officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/14/2009

ROBERT J. KESSLER age 49 of 303 Pine St., Big Flats Friday, July 21, 1972 at the Corning Hospital after a lengthy illness.  Friends may call at the VanBuskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Monday 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral there Tuesday at 11 a.m. Rev. Donald ??? officiating.  Burial Maple Grove Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, friends may make contributions to the Roswell Park Memorial Institute, Buffalo, New York.  Survived by wife, Mrs. Marilyn Baldwin Kessler, daughter, Diane Kessler; sons, David and Richard Kessler all at home; one grandchild; parents, Mrs. Lillie Kessler of Passaic, New Jersey and Edward Kessler of Patterson, New Jersey; sister, Mrs. Rita Saul of Ashland, New Jersey, several nieces and nephews.  –Elmira Sunday Telegram 7/23/1972

KESSELRING -YVONNE K. AMMERMAN of Horseheads, NY passed after an extended illness on Friday, May 1, 2020 at the age of 86. Yvonne was born on September 26, 1933 in Breesport, NY, daughter to the late Milton and Edna Simcoe Kesselring. She was a graduate of Horseheads High School, member of the First United Methodist Church, and a 30 year 4-H Leader while serving as a Board of Director for Chemung County Cooperative Extension. Prior to retirement Yvonne was self-employed in the custom drapery business. During retirement she enjoyed painting. She is predeceased by her husband of 68 years, Reeve Ammerman on February 23rd, daughter Becky and sister, Diane Ensign. Yvonne is survived by her children, Randy (Dawn) Ammerman, Jeffrey Ammerman, Laurie (Rob) Dominy, Wendy (Michael) Moses and Tracie Johnson; ten grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; brother, Rex Stermer; canine companion, Katie; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at Elcor Health Services for their dedicated, friendly and caring services, especially the caregivers in the Hickory Knoll South unit. A special thank you to Debi O'Brien and Mary Wallis for their constant help for several years. Those wishing to remember Yvonne please consider contributions to Chemung County 4-H, 425 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY or First United Methodist Church, 1034 W. Broad St., Horseheads, NY in her name. The family welcomes your condolences and prayers at this time but services will be held at a later date. Yvonne and Reeve will be laid to rest together with their family at Maple Grove Cemetery. -Elmira Star-Gazette 4/3/2020

KEYS John Brendan
Age 76 of Elmira, NY formerly of Babylon, L.I., NY died on Monday August 27, 2007 after a courageous battle with cancer. John was born August 17, 1931 in Elmhurst, Queens, NY the son of the late Thomas J. and Ann Egan Keys. He graduated from Newtown High School. John was a Korean War Veteran serving his country with the U.S. Army attaining the rank of Sergeant. Mr. Keys was a retired manager for Verizon with over 35 years of dedicated service. He was a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Church in Horseheads, NY. In addition to his parents, John was pre-deceased by his sisters Maureen Maxwell and Nancy Dustman. John was an avid golfer and loved The New York Yankees and The New York Giants Football teams. He also loved building model ships and traveling. Mr. Keys loved his family and friends and treasured the time he spent with them. John is survived by his beloved wife Joan T. Mullen-Keys; his children: Brendan (Patricia) Keys of Massapequa Park, NY; Robert (Carolyn) Keys of Huntington, NY; Timothy (Erin) Keys of Centerport, NY; Steven (Kelly Grant) Keys of Mableton, GA; Jayne Keys (Danny) Bollinger of Winston-Salem, NC; grandchildren: Erin, Brendan, and Colleen Keys, Matthew and Kathleen Keys, Sean and Maggie Keys, and Amanda and Kenny Bollinger; brother: Thomas Keys of Texas; step-children: Jerry (Tina) Mullen Jr. of Gillett, PA; John (Elena) Mullen of Lake City , Florida ; Gloria (John) Raplee of Montour Falls, NY; many step-grandchildren, step great grandchildren, 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 August 30, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Prayer Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday August 31, 2007 at 9 AM followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Mary Our Mother Church 816 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. The Rev. Robert C. MacNamara will be the Celebrant of Mr. Keys' Funeral Mass. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Keys. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember John through memorials to Southern Tier Hospice 11751 East Corning Road Corning, NY 14830. John's family would like to thank the oncology unit at IMAST – Ken, Mary, Mary Ann, and Dr. Muuse, Southern Tier Hospice and their staff, Dr. Mauri and his staff, and the entire staff of Elcor Nursing Home / Hickory Knoll Wing for their kind and compassionate care of John.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/29/2007

KINNEY - WILBER, Milo O. "Slim"
Age 79, of Dartt Settlement Road, Wellsboro, PA, died November 29, 2008 at his home. He was the husband of Ann M. Tate Wilber, whom he married December 19, 1949 in Coudersport, PA. Slim was born January 16, 1929 in Humphrey, NY, the son of the late Clair and Elma Cochran Wilber. He was a supervisor for North Penn Gas Company for 37 years, having retired in 1991, and was a member of the Troy VFW and the Wellsboro Moose. He was an Army Veteran serving during the Korean War. Surviving are his wife, Ann; sons, James (Shirley) Wilber, Athens, PA and David (Betty) Wilber, Liberty, PA; daughters, Sharon Wilber, Wellsboro, PA and Sue (John) Heatley, Liberty, PA; ten grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents; sister, Alice Burdick; and nephew, Arthur Burdick. Friends and family are invited to Slim's Life Celebration on Tuesday, December 2, 2008, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, December 3, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. Funeral to follow at 12:00 Noon with Pastor David Byerly of the Liberty Lutheran Church officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorials may be made in his memory to Laurel Health Hospice, 24 Walnut Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/30/2008