System Mechanic - Clean, repair, protect, and speed up your PC!JOHNSON Geraldine W. Age 95, formerly of Colony Park Apts., Elmira, NY, died on Tuesday morning, April 5, 2005. There will be no calling hours. Funeral services will be held at Congregation B'Nai Israel, 900 W. Water St., Elmira, on Thursday, April 7, at 1 p.m., Rabbi Mimi Biatch officiating. Interment will follow in Sons of Abraham Cemetery, Elmira. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorials to Congregation B'Nai Israel, P.O. Box 3481, Elmira, NY 14905, or a charity of one's choice. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Harriet and Howard London of Ithaca, NY; grandchildren, Sarah London of Watertown, MA, Joshua (Jennifer) of Raleigh, NC; great-grandsons, Nathon London and Nicholas London; sister, Marjorie Elitzer of East Greenbush, NY; brother, Arthur Wladis of Orchard Park, NY; many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews; and many loving friends. Geraldine was predeceased by her loving husband, Adolph (Duff) Johnson. She was born in Elmira, and was a graduate of Elmira Free Academy and Elmira College. She was past president of the Elmira College Club, and one of the oldest living members of Congregation B'Nai Israel. Geraldine's treasures in life were her family and friends, and they treasured her. She spent 50 wonderful summers at Keuka Lake, first with Duff and Harriet, then later with Sarah and Josh. She was an avid bridge player and spent many afternoons enjoying games with her friends. She will be missed by all. Geraldine was retired from Elmira City School District as a Math Teacher at Elmira Free Academy. ARRANGEMENTS BY HOLLY-KECK & BAKER, INC. FUNERAL DIRECTORS.
LANTZ Mary E. Age 77, of Milan, PA, passed away April 6, 2005, at the Troy Community Hospital. She is survived by her husband, John at home; children, George of Arlington, WA, Charles of Deer Lake, WA, Dianna Cole of Middleville, MI, Dede May of Pasco, WA. Family and friends may call at the Milan, PA United Methodist Church, April 9, 2005 from noon to 1:00. Memorial services will follow at 1:00 p.m. Rev. Sandy Brandt officiating. Burial in Bradford Co. Mem. Park at a later time.
MANEY Judith Lee (Squires) Southport Resident Age 64, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, April 6, 2005. She was born on January 29, 1941 to Dunleath and Charolett Squires. Judith is survived by her sons, Donald (Squeaky) Squires of Elmira, Scott Atkinson of Ithaca, NY; sister, Duleath Matthews; six grandchildren, including Ashley, Brandon, Hunter, and Camron; along with several nieces and nephews. She was a staffing nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital prior to her retirement. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, on Friday, April 8, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m., with Memorial Services immediately following at 8 p.m. Interment will be in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery, Elmira, at the convenience of the family.
MASNY Cynthia E. Merritt Island, FL Cynthia E. Masny, 48, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2005, at her residence. Mrs. Masny was the Melbourne Beach Town Clerk; she was an active member of The League of Cities. Cynthia was an avid scuba diver and loved the sea. Her other hobbies included home gardening and spending time with family and friends. Her survivors include her husband of 18 years, Wally; her brothers, Steve and Pat Yusko of Elmira, NY, Andy Yusko of Tioga, PA, Mark and Julie Yusko, Tom and Linda Yusko, both of Elmira, NY, Greg Yusko of Elmira Heights, NY, David and Lynn Yusko, Chris Yusko, both of Summerville, SC; her sisters, Mary and Dan Haupt of Elmira, NY, Jeanette and Brian Palmer of Owego, NY; numerous nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her mother-in-law, Barbara Masny Waite; her sister-in-law, Mary, John and Lauren Denkenburger. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 10 in the chapel at Wylie-Baxley Merritt Island Funeral Home. A memorial service is planned for a date to be announced in New York. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: American Cancer Society, 4356 Fortune Place, Suite B, West Melbourne, FL 32904, or Project Response Inc., 745 South Apollo Blvd., Melbourne, FL, 32901.
ROMAN Rose Marie (Coogan) Formerly of Albany, NY, died April 6, 2005 at Elcor Nursing Facility, 48 Colonial Dr., Horseheads, NY. Born June 10, 1928 in Troy, NY, Rose was a lifelong resident of Albany until her illness in March of 2002. She was retired from Albany Medical Center where she worked for many years as a Food Service Manager. Predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Anthony E. Roman Sr. (Eddie); and her parents, Marion and Frank Coogan; and stepfather, Charlie Coogan. Survived by daughter, Christine, and son-in-law, Kevin O'Connell of Horseheads, NY; and granddaughter, Bridget (O'Connell) Kurcoba with husband, Kris Kurcoba; and great-grandson, Colin Matthew Kurcoba; and great-granddaughter, Kiley Elizabeth Kurcoba. Also survived by son, Anthony E. (Tony) Roman Jr., with daughter-in-law, Elisa; and grandson, Nicholas Roman of Newburgh, NY. Rose was also survived by many loving sisters and brothers-in-law, Jack and Joyce Roman of Loudonville, NY, Mary Zwink of Colonie, NY, Rev. Paul Roman of Delmar, NY, Frank Roman of New York City, Sister Barbara Roman, RSM of Albany, NY, Irene Roman of Delmar, NY, Frances and Dick Egan of Albany, NY, George Roman of Florida, Paulette Roman of Albany, NY, and Charles and Marilynn Roman of Voorheesville, NY. She is also fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Rose's family would like to thank Richard Poes and the staff at Elcor, especially at Hickory Knoll North, for their kindness and concern in caring for Rose during the last years of her illness. In lieu of flowers, Rose can be remembered through donations to St. Peter and Paul Parish Center, 160 High Street, Elmira, NY 14901, or The Children's Miracle Network, PO Box 8928, Albany, NY 12208. Funeral services will be held in the Lasak & Gigliotti Funeral Home, 8 Dudley Heights, Albany (opposite the Philip Livingston School on Northern Blvd.) Saturday morning at 8:15 and 9 o'clock at the church of St. Margaret Mary. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend and may also call at the funeral home Friday 4 to 7 p.m. Interment will be in Memorys Garden, Colonie.
SILICIANO Ann Manning (McLaughlin) Age 80, of High Point Drive, Claremont, CA, passed on March 22, 2005, after a lengthy battle with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. Mrs. Siliciano was born on March 30, 1924 in Adams, MA, daughter of the late James F. McLaughlin, M.D. and Margaret (McEvoy) McLaughlin. She attended local schools in Adams, and went to Trinity College in Washington, D.C., where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry in 1946. She continued her education at the University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, where she was awarded a Master of Science degree in Physiology in 1949. While at the university, she met her future husband, Robert V. Siliciano, who was a medical student at the University of Rochester. They were married July 29, 1950 in St. Thomas Church, Adams, MA. They remained in Rochester, while her husband completed his training in orthopedic surgery. They then relocated to Elmira, NY, where he established a practice in 1956 with an associate, Jack E. Thomas. In Elmira, Ann M. Siliciano secured a position with Elmira College as adjunct professor in the Science Department. She later transferred to Corning Community College, where she taught science to student nurses. While in Elmira, she was an active member of the Wednesday Morning Club, a literary group dating back to 1890, the Elmira Country Club, and the Elmira City Club. After her husband's retirement, they relocated to Claremont, CA, where her youngest daughter, Margaret Nilsson, resides. Besides her husband, Robert, of 54 years, she leaves five children and their spouses, Dr. Robert Francis Siliciano, professor of medicine and chair of the Department of Immunology, Johns Hopkins University Medical School, who is a noted authority on HIV (AIDS) syndrome. His wife, Dr. Janet Siliciano, an associate professor at Johns Hopkins University Medical School, is also working in HIV research. Another son, John Andrew Siliciano, of Ithaca, NY, is Vice Provost of Cornell University and professor of law at Cornell University Law School. His wife, Rosanne Mayer, is an attorney practicing in immigration law. A daughter, Catherine (Siliciano) Buntaine of Sherborn, MA, is a consultant on human relations in corporations, and her husband, Marc Buntaine is the founder and president of ZMED, now incorporated with Varian Corporation. Another son, Dr. Paul Gregory Siliciano, is associate professor of biochemistry and genetics at the University of Minnesota Medical School. His wife, Dr. Deanna (Danielson) Siliciano, is an anesthesiologist in a group practice in St. Paul. Another daughter, Margaret (Siliciano) Nilsson of Claremont, CA, is a writer and editor at Scripps College. Her husband, Dr. Eric Nilsson, is professor of economics at California State University, San Bernardino. Ann Siliciano also leaves two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Beaudin and Mrs. Ruth E. McBride, both of Adams, MA; and 13 grandchildren. A sister, Mary Frances Mikutowicz, is deceased. Ann Siliciano's children and grandchildren have placed a memorial bench in her memory on the grounds of Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden, Claremont, CA. No public funeral services are planned. The McBride Funeral Home of Adams, MA, is in charge of a future memorial service to be held in Adams, MA. Donations in Mrs. Siliciano's memory may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, designated for research on Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, at 3300 East Sunrise Drive, Tucson, AZ 85718.
STANBRO Linda L. Age 57, of Wellsburg, NY, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 2, 2005. Linda was born January 7, 1948 in Salamanca, NY, the daughter of the late Donald Peters and Marjorie Louise (Dennis) Stanbro. She lived her entire life in the Elmira area. Linda was a 1966 graduate of Southside High School, and graduated in 1973 from the Free Gospel Bible Institute in Export, PA. She was a covenant partner of New Life Assembly of God Church in Elmira. Linda was employed at Martha Lloyd Community Services in Troy, PA, for 28 years. She is survived by Donald and Jeannie Stanbro of Canton, OH, April Torrence of Deland, FL, Mark D. and Beth Stanbro of Chittenango, NY, Donna and Scott Burhyte of Elmira, Kelly Stanbro of Texas; and several nieces and nephews. Linda was predeceased by her father in 1997; her mother in 1998; and sister, Penny Stanbro in 2000. A celebration of Linda's life will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. in the New Life Assembly Of God Church, corner of Lake and Second Sts., Elmira. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the New Life Assembly Of God Church, 325-327 Lake St., Elmira, NY, 14901.
TINKER Hazel A. Age 99, of Horseheads, passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2005. Further arrangements with Barber Funeral Home Horseheads are incomplete at this time.
WARREN Albert C. Age 81, of the town of Wayne died Tuesday, April 5, 2005, at the Veterans Administration Hospital at Bath NY. Albert was born Oct. 20, 1923 in Grandville Summit, PA, the son of the late Joseph and Addie Monroe Warren. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. On June 26, 1943 in Horseheads, NY, he married the former Ethel B. Wolcott. He worked for 20 years as a machinist at Remington-Rand in Elmira. Moving to Wayne in 1963 Al was the former owner of Al's Campsites on Waneta Lake; he then accepted a position with Dairylea as a Wholesale Delivery Man retiring after 10 years in 1978. Mr. Warren was a member and Past Master of Lamoka Masonic Lodge 463 F&AM, a Past Patron of the Tyrone O.E.S. # 612, a Life Member of the Wayne Fire Dept. and Past Capt. of the Fire Police, a member of the Wayne American Legion Meade-Price Post 1208; and attended Waneta Lake Baptist Chapel. He is loved and will be missed by his wife of 61 years, Ethel B.Warren at home; three sons, Philip (Gloria) Warren of Barrington, Donald W. Warren of Montour Falls, Gerald (Carol) Warren of Hammondsport; a daughter, Diana (John) McIntosh of Waneta Lake; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents he was predeceased by a brother, Howard Warren; two sisters, Ruth Hamilton, and Marian Burford; and a grandson, Alan McIntosh. Friends are invited to call from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday, April 7, at the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water Street, Dundee. A Fireman's service and a Masonic service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 9:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 8, at the funeral home, with Pastor Dan Druyor officiating. Burial will be in Wayne Village Cemetery, Wayne, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wayne Volunteer Ambulance, P.O. Box 91, Wayne, 14893, the Waneta Lake Baptist Chapel, P.O. Box 166, Wayne, 14893, or the A.R.C. of Schuyler County 203 12th St., Watkins Glen, 14891.
BLIM Dorothy J. (Dot) Loving Mother, Grandmother, and Friend Age 75, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2005, in the Arnot-Ogden Medical Center, after a rapid and unexpected bout with cancer. She is survived by her significant other, Roy S. Barber; her sister, Virginia (Gin) Foster; and brothers-in-law, Jack Titus and Ward Adams. Also surviving are her six children and their spouses, John Daniel and Carol Morton, Scott J. and Linda Morton, Mary Morton Mattucci and Gary Lanza, Michael and Michele Ruth, Laurie Blim Sullivan, and Tammy Blim LaBar and Kenneth Wheeler; grandchildren, Joseph Michael and Kelly Morton, Daniel James and Nicole Morton, Johnny Rogers, Christopher and Kelly Morton, Amanda and James Ripley, James Mattucci, Nicole, Teela, and Carmella Ruth; Kara and Matthew Sullivan, and Tarra LaBar. Many great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, and a host of loving friends also survive Dot. Dot adored all of her family. She always said that bringing up her children was the highlight of her life. She worked as a waitress for Curly's Chicken House and Lagonegro's, while being a full time homemaker. She enjoyed being a waitress, as she liked meeting a variety of people. She will be sorely missed by all. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Thursday, October 27, 2005, from 4 to 6 p.m. Funeral Services will immediately follow at 6 p.m., with Deacon George Welch celebrating Dot's life. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Dot's name to The American Cancer Society, 1316 College Ave., Elmira, NY 14901.
BUZZETTI Richard G. Age 62, of Erin, NY, passed away Tuesday, October 25, 2005, at home after an extended illness. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Thursday, October 27th from 4 to 7 p.m. His memorial service will follow at 7 p.m. Rev. Robert Russell will officiate. A complete obituary will appear in Thursday's edition.
CAPORICCIO Geraldine Lane (Gerry) Devoted Wife, Mother, And Grandmother Age 89, formerly of W. Gray St. Elmira, NY, died on Sunday evening, October 23, 2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital. Friends may call at the HOLLY-KECK & BAKER, INC. FUNERAL HOME on Thursday, October 27, from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Friday at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Patrick's Church Elmira at 10 a.m. Rev. Walter Wainwright Celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery, Elmira. Flowers are welcome, or those wishing may make memorials to St. Patrick's Church or St. Joseph's Hospital. Gerry is survived by her loving daughters and son-in-law, Carol A. Caporiccio, Michele A. (Shelly) and Jack Diliberto, Jr., all of Elmira; four grandchildren, Anthony J. Caporiccio, Christina L., Carrie A., and Jack-Dominic Diliberto; and one great-granddaughter, Alena Celia-Michele Emanuel; several cousins, nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Mary C. Baker. Gerry was predeceased by her loving husband of 53 years, Dominic A. Caporiccio in 2001; and a brother, Herbert Lane. Gerry was born to Alston and Mary (Tholen) Lane on May 14, 1916 in Peoria, IL. She was a devout Catholic, a longtime communicant and a Lector of St. Patrick's Church and served on the Finance Committee. Gerry supported her husband Dominic in all his endeavors including as his partner in their business, Dom's Liquor & Wine Store. She was a former Payroll/Bookkeeper at Jerome's Clothing Store and retired from C.I.D.S. as Finance Officer after 23 years of service. The last 22 months of her life were spent on the 5th floor Skilled Nursing Facility at St Joseph's Hospital. The family wishes to thank the dedicated staff for helping her live her last days in a warm and caring environment.
CHALK Robert A. Age 68, a former long time Elmira resident, died peacefully at his home at 139 Rush Road in Gillett, PA, on Monday, October 24, 2005, surrounded by his family. Bob was born April 15, 1937, the son of the late Carmen and Josephine (Emanuel) Chalk. He is survived by his wife of 46 years Betty Faulkner Chalk; sons, with their families, Jeffrey Carmen and Karen Chalk, with children, Kara, Kirsten, Benjamin and John Robert; and Martin John and Jill Chalk, with children, Danielle, Melissa, Ashley, Jenifer and Alexis, all of Horseheads; brother and sister-in-law Martin Daniel and Reneé Chalk of Elmira; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, his dog, "Mollie". Bob attended Yale University Institute of Far Eastern Languages where he completed a Chinese language course. He then went on and served as a Chinese interpreter with the U.S. Air Force. Bob also attended Elmira College. From 1962 to 1975 Bob worked at WELM Radio Station in Elmira. He was the Vice President/General Manager from 1967 to 1972 and served as President from 1972 to 1975 of both WELM and WKOP in Binghamton. Bob then went to work for Dura-Bilt Products, Inc. in 1975. He purchased the company in 1984 and was currently its Chairman and CEO. A community minded person Bob was Past President and former board member of the Elmira Jaycees, Glove House, and Junior Achievement; a former board member of the Arctic League and St. Joseph's Hospital, and had served as Vice Chairman of the "Save Dunn Field" Committee. His business affiliations were just as numerous. He was a former member of CBS Radio Affiliates Council, former Chairman of the Chemung County Media Council, former Director of NYS Broadcasters Association, former board member of Eastern Metal of Elmira and a member of Elmira City Club, Elmira Country Club and Forest Country Club in Florida. Bob was named to the 1967 Edition of Outstanding Young Men of America, was the 1968 City of Elmira - Young Man of the Year, 1969 IAVC Man of the Year and was named Employer of the Year by the Air National Guard. Bob was an avid golfer, fisherman, football fan, and treasured the time spent with his grandchildren. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle whose legacy will live on through his family. A prayer service will be held at McInerny Funeral Home, 502 W. Water Street, on Saturday, October 29, 2005 at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick's Church, Elmira. Interment, with full military honors, will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in Bob's memory may be directed to one of the following, Guthrie Hospice, RR 1, Box 154, Towanda, PA 18848, Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Avenue, Elmira, NY 14905 or St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation, 555 E. Market Street, Elmira, NY 14901.
CRANE Joyce E. Age 82 of Montour Falls, NY, died unexpectedly on Saturday, October 22, 2005 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY. Mrs. Crane was predeceased by her husband, Francis J. (Bud) Crane on April 8, 2005. She is survived by her children, Cheryl (Harry) Boynton, Jay (Sandy) Crane, Francis (Lorraine) Crane, Peggy (Doug) Yaw, Terry (Diane) Crane and Richard (Sylvia) Crane; fourteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Winnie Stone, Norma Stone and Marge King. Her extended family included Mike and Linda, Donna and Bob and Betty along with her friends at Romeo Village. Her brothers, Julian and Carl Stone, also predeceased Mrs. Crane. Joyce was a member of Rebekah Lodge #278, Montour Falls, NY, L.A.P.M. #61 of Auburn, NY and L.E.A. #7 of Manlius, NY. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour Falls, NY on Saturday, October 29, 2005 between the hours of 12 Noon to 3 p.m. Her funeral service will follow immediately after calling hours at 3 p.m. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in McLean Rural Cemetery, McLean, NY. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Grand Encampment Cancer Fund, C/O Charles Dickinson, 502 Holecek Ave., Elmira, NY 14904.
MARSH Agnes K. Loving mother and grandmother Of Horseheads, NY, passed away surrounded by her family on Monday afternoon, October 24, 2005, at Elcor Health Services. Family and friends will be received at Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY, 607-739-2035 on Wednesday, October 26, 2005, from 6-8 p.m. Agnes' Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home immediately following with Rev. Paul Mills. Agnes will be laid to rest alongside her husband in Woodlawn National Cemetery at the convenience of her family.
MATTHEWS Frank L. (Larry) Age 71, passed away October 19, 2005. He was a longtime teacher, coach, and athletic director at Notre Dame High School, Elmira, and University School, Nashville, TN. He also established a basketball program for 5th year prep athletes at Hargrave Military Academy in Chatham, VA. He was a former athlete at Horseheads High School, attended Ithaca College and graduated from Jamestown College in North Dakota. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; sons, Eric (Beth) Matthews, Sanford, ME, Wade (Susan) Matthews, Pearland, TX, Phillip Matthews, New York City, Jeff (Kimberly) Matthews, Sidney, NY, and Michael Matthews, Chattanooga, TN; daughters, Jill (Steve) Gesler, Kalispell, MT, and Gail (Leon) Watts, Murfreesboro, TN; stepchildren, Leslie Houston Rankhorn, Crossville, TN, and Thomas Houston, Pine City, NY; 12 grandchildren; and brother, Richard Matthews, Painted Post, NY.
REIMSNYDER Lester W. Jr. Age 81, of Colonial Dr. Horseheads, passed away at home within the surrounds of his loving family on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2005. Les is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Martyn (Whitford); their sons and daughter, Robert (Patricia) Reimsnyder of Horseheads, NY, Nancy Kosalek of Corning, NY, Lester (Marianne) Reimsnyder of Beaver Dams, NY; son-in-law, Joseph Kosalek of Erin, NY; special grandchildren, Todd Kosalek of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Katherine (Nathan) Romeo of Cortland, NY, Sara and Lester IV Reimsnyder, both at home; great-grandson, Hunter Romeo. Les was born the son to the late Lester and Elizabeth (McMahon) Reimsnyder on Oct. 17, 1924 in Elmira, NY. Les was a veteran of both WWII and the Korean War. In his early years, Les was a patternmaker with GE. Having a vision of his own, Les founded Rimco Plastics on Colonial Dr. in Horseheads where today still owned and operated by his family, stands as a lasting tribute to his vision and work. Services with the Barber Funeral Home in Horseheads will take place privately at the convenience of his family. Interment will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. In lieu of flowers those wishing to remember Les may do so through memorials to a charity of one's choice.
WALTHER June Estelle Ritz Beloved wife, mother and grandmother of 17 Brook Knoll Road Horseheads, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday October 23, 2005 at home. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Wednesday October 26, 2005 from 6-9 PM. Mrs. Walther's Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home on Thursday October 27, 2005 at 11 AM with the Rev. Paul D. Mills Officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.
BARNES Edith Mabel (Jebbett) (Barnesie) A lifelong resident of Southport, NY, passed away January 31, 2006 at Bethany Manor on her 93rd birthday. She was born in England on January 31, 1913 to Ernest and Mabel Jebbett, who preceded her in death. Edith immigrated to the United States in 1913 on the Lusitania and married Joseph Frederick Barnes on December 31, 1932. He preceded her in death in 1992. She was also predeceased by her son, Private First Class Richard Barnes in 1966; two grandsons, Richard Barnes and Scott Barnes; along with several other family members. Edith is survived by her sons, David (Nancy), Ronald (Sheila), Gerald and Fred (Sheila); daughters, Mary (Tommie) Osenbaugh, Alberta (Kenneth) Andrus; brothers, Ernest and Stanley Jebbett; sister, Alice Gallanger; 18 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews; and good friends, Betty Aiken, Loretta Howe, and Ellen Carpenter. Edith was well known for her smile and great disposition. She was very proud of her children. Edith worked many years at the former Iszards, the former Sears Warehouse, and Gibson's Vineyards. She enjoyed making quilts for her family and friends. She also loved to go to church, and attended Elmira Wesleyan Church. She loved gospel music and her flower garden. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Friday, February 3, 2006, from 6 to 8 p.m., with Funeral and Committal Service there Saturday at 11 a.m. Rev. Edward Crandall and Rev. Sydney Aldrich will officiate. Burial will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Edith by contributions to the Elmira Wesleyan Church, 1100 S. Main St., Elmira, NY 14904.
BURMASTER William Jenning Age 96, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 28, 2006, at Perry Point Nursing Center, Perry Point, MD, surrounded by his three children. Pete was born on March 2, 1909, in Ransomville, NY to William Nast and Maude Parks Burmaster. Pete married Mary Jane English from Calgary, Alberta, Canada in 1938. They lived in Ransomville, NY until they moved to Horseheads, NY in 1952. He worked at Pioneer Mobile Home Sales and Park until he retired in 1977. He loved his job as office manager for his great bosses, Ralph Bowers and Dana Edminster. After Mary's death in 1978, he moved to St. Petersburg, FL where he met his current wife, Glenna Barker Burmaster, of 25 years, who is currently residing in DeSoto, MO. He is also survived by his three children, Bonnie (Charles) Blackwell of North East, MD, William Robert Burmaster, Seminole, FL and Doreen (Delbert) Jay, Provo, UT; and his stepdaughter, Marjorie (Eugene) Moses, DeSoto, MO, and stepdaughter, Julia Zook, Burnsville, MN. He had 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Family and friends may call from 12:00-1:00 p.m. on Friday, February 3rd, at Hardison Funeral Home, 3648 Ransomville Rd., Ransomville, NY, where the funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. followed by interment at North Ridge Cemetery, Lockport, NY. In lieu of flowers and cards, spend time with family and friends. Memorial contributions can be made to Ransomville Historical Society, c/o Harrison Funeral Home, PO Box 188, Ransomville, NY 14131, or to a church or community project in your area.
