Bernard F. Kirby
GLOVERSVILLE Mr. Bernard F. Kirby, Sr. 75, of South Blvd. Gloversville, died Friday, June 30, 2000 at his residence following a long illness. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday July 5 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Church, Gloversville. Burial will take place at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Johnstown, with military honors. Calling hours will be private at the convenience of the family. Contributions may be made to St. Mary of Mount Carmel Building Fund, 149 South Main St., Gloversville NY 12078 or to Mountain Valley Hospice, 73 North Main St., Gloversville, NY 12078. Arrangements are by the Kobuskie-Konik Funeral Home, 147 Bleecker St., Gloversville.
Christine V. Crimmins
HERKIMER/LITTLE FALLS Mrs. Christine V. Crimmins, 84, a resident of the Valley Health Services, 690 West German St., Herkimer, and a former longtime resident and businesswoman of the City of Little Falls, passed away on Friday, Sept. 15, 2000.
She was born on December 11, 1915, in Little Falls, the daughter of the late Samuel and Anna (Skarejak) Vrana. She received her education in Little Falls schools. Christine was united in marriage to Robert E. Crimmins on June 15, 1946, at St. Mary's parish House in Little Falls with Father Whelly officiating. The couple shared in a blessed union of over 54 years. Mr. Crimmins passed away on July 26 of this year.
Christine had been employed in Little Falls for many years as she had worked as a partner with the former Style Shop. For over 37 years Mrs. Crimmins was self-employed as the owner and operator of Chi Chi's Dress Shop in Little Falls.
Survivors include her son, John D. Crimmins of Herkimer; one daughter, Catherine Gullis along with her husband, George, of Herkimer; grandchildren, Kevin George Gullis of Herkimer, and Daniel Robert Gullis along with his wife, Christen, of Fort Herkimer; a great-granddaughter, Kharla Danielle Gullis and several nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Anne Lorenzoni, and her brother, Samuel Vrana.
In respect of the prearranged wishes of Christine, cremation has taken pace under the direction of the Enea Funeral Home, 24 West Monroe St., Little Falls. There are no public calling hours. A graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family at St. Mary's Cemetery, Town of Herkimer. Contributions in her memory may be considered to a charity of one's choice. Envelopes may be obtained from the Enea Funeral Home.
The Valley Health Services' entire staff of doctors and nurses extended wonderful care towards the Crimmins family and they are very grateful for this.
Carmela Millie' Spadea
HERKIMER Carmela "Millie" Spadea, 85, of 230 W. Smith St., Herkimer, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2000, at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Utica.
Carmela was a quiet, subtle woman who will always be missed by her family. She took pride in her house which was shown by its immaculate appearance and many decorations. Her cooking was also a special talent which will be missed by her family.
She was born on Dec. 5, 1914, in Little Falls, the daughter of the late Danny and Sarah (Guisto) Ruffo and educated in Little Falls schools. She was last employed by the former Melrose Shoe Factory with 15 years of dedicated service.
Carmela was united in marriage to Sam Spadea in 1948 at St. Mary's Church in Little Falls. They shared a loving union and resided in Herkimer for over 50 years.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Sam; one sister, Annette Ruffo of Little Falls; in-laws, Dominick, and Adam and wife Jean Spadea, all of Herkimer; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Lou Ruffo and Peter Ruffo.
The funeral will commence at 10 a.m. from the Holleran-Enea Funeral Home, 220 N. Washington St., Herkimer, with the Rev. Robert S. Shinos, pastor of Sts. Anthony and Joseph Church, officiating. Procession will follow to Calvary Cemetery, Herkimer, where interment will take place. Friends may visit with the family at the Holleran-Enea Funeral Home, 220 N. Washington St., Herkimer, from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, September 15, 2000 and Saturday, September 16, 2000 from 9:30 a.m. to the time of the funeral service.
Memorial contributions in Carmela's name may be made to the American Heart Association. Envelopes are available at the Holleran-Enea Funeral Home for this purpose.
Steven G. Peknik
HERKIMER Steven G. Peknik, 78, of South Main Street, died on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2000, in Little Falls Hospital. He was born on July 5, 1922, in Herkimer, son of the late Daniel and Anna Cizmar Peknik. A lifelong resident of Herkimer, he was a graduate of Herkimer High School. A memorial service will take place on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. in Fenner Funeral Home, Inc., 115 Court St., Herkimer, with the Rev. Dale Dickerson, pastor of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Herkimer, officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain View Memorial Gardens, town of Little Falls. There are no calling hours. Memorial donations may be to the American Cancer Society. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
James N. Malina
HOPEWELL TWP., N.J. James N. Malina, 74, of Hopewell Twp., N.J., died Saturday at the Medical Center at Princeton, N.J. Born in Little Falls, he moved to the Pennington, N.J., area in 1980. Friends may call Wednesday from 2:30-4 p.m. at the Wilson-Apple Funeral Home, Pennington Circle, Pennington, N.J. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 208 West End Ave., Bridgewater, N.J. 08807 or the University of Michigan College of Engineering, 3003 S. Street, Suite 9000, Ann Arbor, MI. 48109.
William Janowicz
ST. JOHNSVILLE William Janowicz, 92, of 6198 St. Hwy. 29, St. Johnsville, died Friday, Sept. 8, 2000, at Little Falls Hospital. He was a member of St. Patrick's Church of St. Johnsville.
Local survivors include his wife, Genevive; daughter, Mary Ann Charon, and her husband, Gregory, and grandchildren, Nathan and Jennifer, all of St. Johnsville. Funeral services for Mr. Janowicz were held Monday, Sept. 11, in Rome.
Marion M. (Bowen) Mott
LITTLE FALLS Marion M. (Bowen) Mott, 93, of 546 E. Gansevoort St., Little Falls, passed away in Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2000, at Little Falls Hospital.
Marion was born on Sept. 28, 1907, in Little Falls, the daughter of the late Ransford and Anna (Clark) Bowen. She was a graduate of Little Falls High School. Mary at one time resided in South Florida until moving to Little Falls.
She was last employed as a secretary for the Florida State Board of Medical Examiners in Miami, Fla. Marion was a communicant of Holy Family Parish in Little Falls.
Survivors include her beloved son, Fred W. Mott and wife Sally of Mentor, Ohio; a sister, Elizabeth (Betty) Babinec and husband William of Little Falls; and her grandchildren, Breanna, Kyndra and Freddy Mott. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Jane Read; and two brothers, Charles and Clark Bowen.
Marion's funeral will commence on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2000, at 10:30 a.m. from the Enea Funeral Home, 24 W. Monroe St., Little Falls, and at 11 a.m. from the Holy Family Parish Church, corner of Main and John streets, Little Falls, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Charles R. Celeste. Procession will follow to St. John's Cemetery in Newport where interment will take place.
Friends and relatives may visit with the family on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2000, at the Enea Funeral Home from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.
Memorial contributions in Marion's name can be made to the Little Falls Public Library.
All of Marion's arrangements are under the direction of the Enea Funeral Home, 24 W. Monroe St., Little Falls.
Richard A. Snell
ST. JOHNSVILLE Richard Ames Snell, 88, of 1729 Mill Road, St. Johnsville, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2000, at Little Falls Hospital.
He was born June 4, 1912, on the family farm in St. Johnsville, the son of the late Howard E. and Maude (Ames) Snell. Richard was educated in St. Johnsville schools and lived all his life on Mill Road in St. Johnsville.
His marriage to Dorothy O'Brien took place on Dec. 15, 1931. Mrs. Snell passed away in 1987.
Mr. Snell was owner and operator of the Snell Family Farmstead on Mill Road in St. Johnsville for over 40 years.
He was a member of St. John's Reformed Church in St. Johnsville, and was a former deacon of the church for 12 years. Richard was town councilman for nine years, chairman of the Board of Assessors for nine years, a former Rotarian, and past member of the Farm Bureau.
Survivors include three daughters, Sue Williams and husband Roger of Kennebunkport, Maine, J. Sally Thomson and husband Roy of Kinderhook, and Cathy Miles and husband Ron of St. Johnsville; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandsons.
In keeping with Richard's wishes, cremation will take place under the direction of the Smith-Woody and Enea Funeral Home, 9 Center St., St. Johnsville. A memorial service will take place on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2000, at 11 a.m. at St. John's Reformed Church with Rev. Russell Camp, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at West St. Johnsville Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends and relatives at the Smith-Woody and Enea Funeral Home on Friday, Oct. 13, 2000, 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make all memorial contributions to the St. Johnsville Senior Citizens. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Julia C. Buckley
MOHAWK Mrs. Julia C. Buckley, 76, of 1065 State Route 5S, Mohawk, beloved wife of Donald Buckley, passed away following a long courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday morning, Oct. 11, 2000, at her home. Julia was surrounded with the love and comfort of her family at her side.
In respect of Julia's wishes, direct cremation has taken place. The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday (tonight), 5-8 p.m., at the Holleran-Enea Funeral Home, 220 N. Washington St., Herkimer. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in her memory to the Sue Campagna Hospice of Herkimer County. Envelopes may be obtained from the funeral home.
A prayer service will be held Friday, Oct. 13, at 9:15 a.m. at the Holleran-Enea Funeral Home, Herkimer. At 10 a.m. from the Blessed Sacrament Church, Mohawk, a Memorial Mass will be celebrated by the Rev. James Steuer, pastor. Procession will follow to Mountain View Memorial Garden, town of Little Falls, where interment will take place alongside her first husband, Robert Murphy, who passed away in 1975.
The family extends its most sincere thanks to the entire staff of Herkimer County Hospice, especially mentioning Sr. Sharon Ann Boyd. Also of great help and concern were Dr. Musa, Dr. Bunn, Dr. James Steinman, Fr. James Steuer and Deacon Sam Salamone. Julia was blessed and aware of her wonderful neighbors, friends and family who offered attention and care when she needed it the most.
Julia was born on June 25, 1924, in Little Falls, the daughter of the late Matthew and Julia (Kvas) Gorinshek. She was educated in Little Falls schools, and lived her life in the Little Falls/Mohawk area. She was last employed with Duofold in the Mohawk/Ilion area, and at one time, had worked with the National Auto Fibres. Julia retired in 1986. She was a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Church, and along with her husband Don was a member of the 187th Airborne New England Chapter of Rakkasans. Julia will be missed for her easy going nature, her beautiful smile, and her genuine love and concern for others. She loved pets, and was extremely fond of polka music.
She is survived by her husband, Don; her stepdaughters, Linda Sagatis along with her husband, Bill of Little Falls, Amy Gabriel along with her husband , Mark of Little Falls, Donna Schanne along with her husband Mark of Houston, Del., and Kelly Chadder of Houston, Del.; her stepson, Donald Buckley, Jr. and his wife, Terry of East Herkimer; her cherished twin sister, Mary Murphy of Mohawk; and eight grandchildren, William Sagatis, Jr., Steven Sagatis, Carolyn Gabriel, Alisa Schanne, Haley Schanne, Greggory Buckley and Tyler Buckley. Julia also leaves three special nieces, Michele Papaleo and her husband James of Little Falls, Frances Scanlon of Mohawk, and Kathy Visconti of Little Falls; and nephews, John Gilbo of Little Falls, and Tony Visconti of Little Falls. Also sisters-in-law, Betty Pierce and Charles of Long Beach, Wash., Doris Buckley of Little Falls, and Richard Buckley and his wife Ambassador Prudence Bushnell Buckley of Guatemala; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Julia was preceded in death by three brothers, Matthew Gorinshek, William Gorinshek and Louis Gorinshek; her mother-in-law, Dorothy Buckley; brothers-in-law, Francis Murphy and Joseph Buckley; her niece, Roberta Gilbo; and nephews, William Murphy and William Scanlon.
Joseph Randazzo, Sr.
LITTLE FALLS Joseph Randazzo, Sr., 79, of 10 Church St., Little Falls, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Monday, Oct. 9, 2000.
He was born on January 21, 1921, in Utica, the son of the late Joseph and Rachael (Catrini) Randazzo. He was educated in Utica schools.
He was first united in marriage to the former Dora Prestiagiacomo. He was later united in marriage to the former Mildred Gillen. She predeceased him on Oct. 22, 1988.
Mr. Randazzo was a veteran of World War II, serving with the United States Army. Entering the service with his two brothers, Roger and Jake, on November 28, 1942. He served the 389th Field Artillery Battalion in the Rhineland as a cook and baker. He was honorably discharged as a technician fifth-grade on Oct. 4, 1945, at Ft. Bragg, NC.
He was of the Catholic faith. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 31, Little Falls.
Mr. Randazzo began his baking career as a young boy in Utica at the age of 12 or 13. He worked for several bakeries in the Utica area before coming to Little Falls where he started the White Rose Bakery. After selling the business he became the baker and store manager of the former Dan-Dee Doughnuts Shop in Little Falls, retiring in June of 1990.
He is survived by five sons, Joseph Randazzo, Jr. and his wife, Heather, of Little Falls, with whom he resided, Richard Randazzo and his wife, Susan, of Ilion, Steve Randazzo and his wife, Jane, of North Augusta, SC, Donald Randazzo and his wife, Joanne, of Huntersville, NC, and David Randazzo and his wife, Diane, of Alder Creek; five daughters, Linda Marino and her husband, Robert, of St. Johnsville, Rosalie McCurry and her husband, Carl, of Marcy, Rachael Ann Dealing and her husband, Delbert, of Utica, Yvonne Perry and her husband, Robert, of Waterville, and Lucinda Wright and her husband, David, of East Long Meadow, Mass.; two sisters, Josephine Martocchia of Utica and Teresa Jones of Herkimer; three brothers in-law, Richard Gillen of Danube, Sid Gillen of Arlington, Tx. and Fred Gillen of Sloansville; two sisters in-law, Bernadine Lawrence of Little Falls and Elizabeth Stewart of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., 22 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Roger and Jake Randazzo.
Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2000, at 2 p.m. at St. Anges Cemetery Chapel, Mohawk Street, Utica, with the Reverend Anthony LaFache, pastor of St. Anthony's Church, Utica, officiating. Interment will take place in the family plot in St. Agnes Cemetery.
Arrangements are by the Chapman-Moser Funeral Home, Inc., 42 N. Ann St., Little Falls, there are no calling hours.
It is the wish of the family that contributions in memory of Mr. Randazzo be considered to the Little Falls Hospital Development Fund. Envelopes are available at the Chapman-Moser Funeral Home, Inc. for this purpose.
Catherine LeGrand
ILION Catherine LeGrand, 78, of the John Guy Prindle Apartments, Ilion, and formerly of 653 E. Monroe St., Little Falls, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2000, at her home.
She was born June 18, 1922, in Little Falls, the daughter of the late Peter and Katherine (Hocschied) Lemche. Catherine was a graduate of St. Mary's Academy, and also attended college in New York City. A resident of the Little Falls area for most of her life, Catherine moved to Ilion two years ago.
Her marriage to Roger C. LeGrand Sr. took place on Jan. 4, 1947, at St. Mary's Church in Little Falls. The couple shared a blessed union of marriage for 37 years until the passing of Mr. LeGrand on Feb. 2, 1984.
For 24 years, until her retirement in 1979, Catherine was employed at the Burrow's Paper Mill, Little Falls, in the finishing room.
Mrs. LeGrand was a member of the Holy Family Parish.
In her leisure, Catherine enjoyed embroidery where she spent many hours mastering the art.
Survivors include three sons, John LeGrand and wife, Mary of Daytona Beach, Fla., Roger LeGrand, Jr. and wife, Karen of Baldwinsville, and David LeGrand of Rome; a daughter, Robin Nichols and husband, Walter of Little Falls; her grandchildren, Laurie Wollacott and husband, Kenn, Tina Ledrid and husband, Jason, Rodger LeGrand, Melissa LeGrand, Shannon Ropeter and husband, Lester, and Christopher Nichols; eight great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a special cousin, Elizabeth Harvey of Little Falls.
She was predeceased by an infant sister in Yugoslavia.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, Oct. 13, 2000, at 10:15 a.m. from the Enea Funeral Home, 24 W. Monroe St., Little Falls, and at 11 a.m. from the Holy Family Parish Church, corner of East Main and John streets, with Rev. Charles R. Celeste, pastor, celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will take place in St. Mary's Cemetery, town of Herkimer. Friends and relatives may call at the funeral home on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2000, 5-8 p.m. All memorial contributions may be made to the Holy Family Parish Renovation Fund. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Nicoli James Arduini
ILION Mr. and Mrs. Chad and Leslie (Mabbett) Arduini of 355 W. Main St., Ilion, mourn the loss of their precious infant son, Nicoli James, who went to be with the angels on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2000.
Their family includes Leslie's father, Daryl Mabbett of Mohawk; her mother, JoAnne Garcia and her husband Heriberto of Herkimer; Leslie's maternal grandmother, Joan McCumber of Mohawk; and her paternal grandparents, Grace and Leslie Mabbett of Cedarville; along with Chad's parents, Carol Ann and Dominick Arduini of Schuyler; and his paternal grandparents, Patricia and Leland Arduini Sr. of Florida; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend a graveside service that will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2000, at 11 a.m. at Mohawk Cemetery with the Rev. George B. Greene officiating. The Enea Family Funeral Home, Main Street, between Ilion and Frankfort (894-8000), assisted the family with arrangements.
Eleanor B. (Brock) Fogarty
LITTLE FALLS Eleanor B. (Brock) Fogarty, 87, of Garden Street, Little Falls, passed away Friday, Oct. 6, 2000, following a brief illness.
She was born on Aug. 1, 1913, in Little Falls, the daughter of the late Dr. Arthur A. Brockett, DVM, and Bessie (Broat) Brockett in her parents home on Garden Street and has resided in Little Falls all of her life and later returned to her parents home where she still resided. She was a graduate of Little Falls High School, class of 1930.
She was united in marriage to John M. (Butsy) Fogarty on Sept. 26, 1936, at the First Presbyterian Church, Little Falls, with the Rev. J. Harold Thompson officiating. Mr. Fogarty predeceased her on March 20, 1979.
She was an over 50-year member of the First Presbyterian Church, Little Falls, as well as an over 50-year member of the Rock City Chapter No. 272, O.E.S., Little Falls. Mrs. Fogarty was employed as a sales clerk for several stores in Little Falls, including the former Smallen's Store, Viskup's Style Shop, Park Row Drug Store and at one time for the Cranberry Candle Shop, Little Falls. She also was the bookkeeper for her father for his veterinary office in Little Falls.
She is survived by two daughters, Joyce Shaver and her husband Paul of Schuylerville, and Janet Constantino of East Syracuse; five grandchildren, Michael Shaver of Fort Edward, Timothy Shaver and his wife Joelle of Milford, Mass., Karen Galcik and her husband Michael of Schuylerville, Kimberly Johnston and her husband Roger of Rochester, and Jody Clasen of East Syracuse; five great-grandchildren, Melissa Clasen, Taylor Shaver, Amanda Shaver, Mackenzie Galcik and Zachary Galcik; and several nieces and nephews and cousins, including Caroline Sidenius of Little Falls.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend memorial services to be held on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2000, from the Chapman-Moser Funeral Home, Inc., 42 N. Ann St., Little Falls, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Jon A. Noble, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, Little Falls, officiating. Interment will take place in Church Street Cemetery, Little Falls. There are no calling hours.
It is the wish of the family that contributions in memory of Mrs. Fogarty be considered to the Little Falls Police Department Memorial Fund, c/o Chief G. DeLuca, 659 E. Main St., Little Falls. Envelopes are also available at the Chapman-Moser Funeral Home, Inc., for this purpose.
Mary I. Rackmyer
ST. JOHNSVILLE Mary I. Rackmyer, 77, of 40 Monroe St., St. Johnsville, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2000, at the St. Johnsville Nursing Home.
She was born May 1, 1923, in St. Johnsville, the daughter of the late Irving and Bertha (Moyer) Smith. Mary was educated in St. Johnsville and was a life long resident of the St. Johnsville area.
On Feb. 14, 1942, she married her high school sweetheart, Harvey L. Rackmyer. The couple shared a blessed union for 57 years, until the passing of Harvey on Feb. 27, 1999.
Mary was last employed at Beech-nut in Canajoharie.
Mrs. Rackmyer was a 62-year member of the Grace Congregational United Church of Christ, and also a former member of the church's 2F Club.
With family her foremost priority, Mary's happiness, love and well-being was centered around her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include her loving daughter, Constance Nolly and husband Richard of Fort Plain; her loving son, Harvey A. Rackmyer of St. Johnsville; five cherished grandchildren, Paul Nolly, Troy Rackmyer, Tammy Rackmyer, Matthew Rackmyer and April Rackmyer; six cherished great-grandchildren; her sister, Leona Szelc of Watertown; several nieces and nephews; a cousin, Regina Hudson of Fort Plain; and in-laws, George Rackmyer and wife Helene of Syracuse, and Betty Dingman and husband Alton of Salt Springville.
She was predeceased by a sister, Blanche Mocher; and a sister-in-law, Belle Lyng.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2000, at 11 a.m. from the Grace Congregational United Church of Christ with Rev. Robert Dievendorf, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in West St. Johnsville Cemetery. Friends and relatives may call at the Smith-Woody and Enea Funeral Home, 9 Center St., St. Johnsville, on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2000, 6-9 p.m. All memorial contributions may be made to the Grace Congregational United Church of Christ. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
