See also the Chemung County, New York Obituary Collection
Blake, John Edward Jr. "Uncle Ed"
Formerly of Gillett, PA passed from this world on Friday November 28, 2003 at the Bath VA Hospital following an illness at the age of 75.
Born in Philadelphia, PA on February 7, 1928, Ed was the son of the late John E. and Blanche S. Otto Blake. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1948-1952. While in battle he risked his own life to save those of his comrades. He was awarded both the Purple Heart as well as the Bronze Star Medal for his heroic acts. After the war, Ed followed his love of the sea and spent the rest of his working years as a Merchant Seaman traveling the world until his retirement as a Quarter Master Seamen. In his travels he visited every country of the world which had a seaport, Ed especially grew fond of England's countryside. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and the bond he shared with his sister, Gertrude Fulmer, Elmira and her family which survive him. Nephews, Elmer (Bonnie) Fulmer, Dallas, TX; Richard (Marge) Fulmer, Gillett, PA; Allen (Barbara) Fulmer, Elmira; James (Linda) Fulmer, Hamburg, PA; great nieces and nephews, Rich (Billie Jo) Fulmer; Janice, Allen John, Mark, Curt and Jeane Fulmer; along with a great great niece, Ashley Fulmer and great great nephew, Ryan Fulmer.
Edward was cremated at the Northern Bradford Crematory and his ashes will be interred in the Bath National Cemetery with Full Military Honors accorded on Monday, December 15, 2003 at 11am. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens on Sunday, December 14 from 2-4pm for a time of visitation. A memorial service will follow the visitation at 4pm with close family friend and pastor, The Reverend Donald Rockwell officiating. Memorials may be directed to the Fassett Baptist Church, RR4 Box 92 Gillett, PA 16925 in Uncle Ed's memory.
TODD, RALPH D.
While a patient at Arnot Ogden Hospital, Ralph died unexpectedly, and entered his eternity. His passing culminated the end of a lifelong battle waged against diabetes. The fact that Ralph "lost" this round was surprising, but in retrospect, perhaps no less so than many earlier victories. The man who died on March 30th had spent the better part of his 42 years teaching those around him how to live. He was a gentle soul who fought chronic illness with a level of courage unattainable to most. He would not complain and could not feel sorry for himself; he was the embodiment of grace. Left behind are a very large number of people who loved Ralph dearly, who will remember the example he set, daily. Ralph is survived by two people around whom much of his life revolved, his wife Debbie, and his son Ryan. There is his mother, who twice gave Ralph life, Virginia Todd,
and her fiance, Daniel Minster. Also surviving are Ralph's beloved brother, Charles Todd, and his father and step-mother Ralph W. & Joyce Todd. There are also two mothers-in-law and a father-in-law who loved Ralph deeply, Carol Turk, Charles Cleary and Diana Cleary. Ralph leaves a step-sister Sherri Schrijver, and step-brother Scott Logue. Ralph was especially close to his sisters in-law and
brothers-in-law, Patricia & Patrick Kelley; Kelly & Rick Emanuel; Melissa & Michael Wichtowski; Colleen Cleary, Brandon Cleary, Alexander Cleary, and Francis Cleary (predeceased.). He enjoyed several nieces and nephews, some of them god-children, Alexander Todd; Meghan and Ian Kelley; Aimee White; Alexandra and Eric Emanuel; Mary, Andrew and Nicole Cleary; and Allyson and Andrew Wichtowski. Also surviving are several aunts and uncles: Jeannine & Dr. Neil Lawrence; Katherine & Vincent Muccigrosso; Henry & Diana Todd; Alfred & Mardell Todd; Mary & Edward Haff; James & Lois Cleary; Francis & Lois Cleary; Mary Poteat; Bernadette Tarntino; and Rosa Cleary. There are many cousins. Ralph truly touched the life of any person who shared any portion of his, and so he leaves many, many friends too, but first among them are the Reverend Donald Matthews, and Ralph's first wife, Laurie Collins. And finally, befitting a man who gave and welcomed love effortlessly, Ralph's sincere affection extended to his "family" at Grace Episcopal Church of Elmira, and to his and Deb's
co-workers at Hardinge, Inc., and Southside High School, respectively. Ralph was a proud graduate of Southside High School and of Corning Community College, and was likewise proud to serve Grace Episcopal Church in numerous ways. He was an enthusiastic and willing partner in many activities under-taken to benefit the Elmira community, via Deb's affiliation with the Junior League of Elmira-Corning.
He loved watching his son play soccer, loved listening to music and playing video games with Ryan, and loved just hanging out with him. Any who wish to bid Ralph farewell and Godspeed may do so at Grace Episcopal Church, 375 W. Church St., Elmira, NY, on Friday, April 2, 2004 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. A Solemn Requiem Mass will be offered at Grace Episcopal at 1:00 PM on Saturday, April 3, 2004 with Rev. Fr. Donald D. Matthews, Celebrant and Homilist, and Fathers Hanvan den Blink, assisting. Committal to the Columbarium in the St. Michael's Chapel of Grace Church will be at the convenience of the family.
Debbie and Ryan and their entire family wish to extend heartfelt gratitude to the skilled and caring doctors and support staff at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center, and we reserve special appreciation always for the nursing staff at the same. Know that your
efforts will never be taken for granted or forgotten. In lieu of flowers for our family, dear friends, please give an extra hug everyday to a member of your family. Any who are able and wish to make memorial monetary donations may do so to Grace Episcopal Church or to the Arnot-Ogden Medical Center.
Yorke, Howard F.
A long time resident of Erie St. on Elmira's Southside passed from this world on Wednesday morning, March 31, 2004 at St. Joseph's Hospital following an illness at the age of 85.
Born in Duboistown, PA the son of Cyral and Emma Reed Yorke on January 8, 1919, Howard was the fifth child of twelve. He married his beloved wife, Edna Mae VanSile Yorke on November 21, 1941 in Winchester, VA and she predeceased him on June 21, 2001. Throughout Howards life he remained active, enjoying the outdoors, hunting, fishing, playing golf, boating, and owning his own stock car for many years. He was employed by the American Bridge Works in Elmira Heights as an Iron Worker until his retirement. Surviving Howard is his loving family who will always remember his wit and determination, his six children, Corlene Edwards Conroe TX; Sharon (Bob) Hornbeck, Wellsburg, NY; Clair (Joyce) Yorke, Elmira, NY; Zelda (Ernie) Ducharme, Slatersville, RI; Yvonne (Joseph) Schipani, Pensacola, FL; and Joyce Diana (Seth) Sharp, Washington DC; nine grandchildren, Nina, Matthew, Vanessa, Julie, Kristine, Joel, Amileigh, Melissa and Jennifer; eleven great grandchildren, Hannah, Hailey, Jacob, Devin, Jacole, Kaela, Parker, Rachel, Alisa, Patrick and Daniel; sisters, Winona Winters, Elmira, NY; Mary Ellen Hill, Linden, PA; Dorothy Griffith, Montoursville, PA and Beverly (Donald) Gunther, Gardenview, PA; a brother, Donald (Freda) Yorke, Jersey Shore, PA; along with nieces nephews and close family friends. In addtion to his parents and wife Howard was predeceased by his two sons, Jay and David, a son-in-law, Ralph Edwards, and a granddaughter, Camielle Hornbeck Morrison.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway Southport on Friday April 2, 2004 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral services will take place Saturday morning at 9am with the Reverend Steffen Olsen of Calvary Nazaren Chruch. Interment
will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery in the Yorke family plot.
DeKay, Charles "Ray"
A longtime resident of Pine City, passed away on Sunday morning, March 28, 2004 at St. Joseph's Hospital at the age of 92.
Born on June 3, 1911 here in Elmira, the son of John R. and Mae Watson DeKay, Ray made this area his lifelong home. He was a pressman for Elmira Quality Printers for many years until his retirement in 1976 and was a Steward in the Local Printers Union. Ray was a lifelong member of the Pine City Baptist Church where he was active as a church deacon and served on the board of trustees. He was active in the Union-Cooley # 95 Masonic Lodge of Elmira. He enjoyed rose gardening, caring for his home and cherished times with his family.
Surviving is his loving family who cherish his memory, children, David (Carol) DeKay, Montgomery, AL; William (Naomi) DeKay, Gillett, PA; John (Judy) DeKay, Southport, NY; Myra (Peter) Breese, Maravia, NY; Ronald (Donna) DeKay, Wilmington DE; Roger DeKay, LasVegas, NV; thirteen grandchildren, and several great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Ray was predeceased by his grandson, David DeKay; a brother, Chester DeKay; and his sisters, Thelma Hoskins and Betty Chapin.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Thursday, April 1, 2004 from 5-8pm. Funeral services will follow the visitation in the funeral chapel at Caywood's with his pastor, the Reverend Horrace Stoddard officiating. Interment
will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the Pine City Baptist Church, 1516 Pennsylvania Ave. Pine City, NY 14871 to further serve the Lord.
Bransky, Norine
Formerly of Jersey City and Atlantic City, NJ and a resident of Elcor Health Services for the last six years passed away Tuesday evening, March 23, 2004 following an illness at the age of 84.
Norine was employed for many years by the Office of Casino Control Commission in Atlantic City, NJ and was also employed as a bookkeeper for Gimbles and Macy's. She possessed a strong love for children and wrote many children's stories. Surviving are her own children, Christina Bransky, Burbank, CA; Arthur (Kay) Bransky, Breinigsville, PA; Charlotte Bransky, Greensboro, NC; Matthew (Maryann) Bransky Excelsior Springs, MO; Francis (Colleen) Bransky, Elmira; and Billy Bransky, CA; 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway Southport, on Saturday morning, March 27, 2004 from 9am-10am. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 10am with the Reverend Pat Connor officiating. Interment
will follow in Sts. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
Sharpe, E. Virginia
A long time resident of Cramer, PA passed away very peacefully at the home of her loving daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Wayne Persaud, Gillett, PA on Sunday evening, March 21, 2004 following an illness with cancer at the age of 79. She was born November 2, 1924 in Wehrum, PA the daughter of the late Lester J. and Ethel E. (Griffith) Stutzman.
A member of the Cramer United Methodist Church since 1940, Virginia served as president of the United Methodist Women's group for numerous years. She retired from United High School in 1998 where she served as a teacher's aide for 29 years. Virginia enjoyed embroidering, search-a-word puzzles, reading and visiting with her daughters and grandchildren. Surviving Virginia, are her loving family who cherish her memory, daughters and sons-in-law, Judy & Wayne Persaud, Gillett, PA; and Joan & Terry Buchkovich, Avon, OH; grandchildren, Anthony, Asha & Leela Persaud, Terra (Jared) Reed, Tonya (Dustin) Ray, Nicholas, Martin & Alex Buchkovich; great granddaughters, Kathryn & Alexandra Reed; a sister and brother-in-law, Mary & Richard Diethrick, Cramer, PA; brother and sister-in-law, Wayne & Gladys Stutzman, Waverly, OH; sisters-in-law, Vera & Janet Cramer, Cumberland, MD; along with nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert W. and Marlin M. Stutzman.
Family & friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Wednesday evening, March 24, 2004 from 5-7pm. Further services will take place at the Cramer United Methodist Church, Cramer, PA on Friday, March 26, 2004 from 2-4 and 6-8pm. Funeral services will take place in the church on Saturday morning at 10am followed by graveside committal services in the Armagh Cemetery, Armagh, PA. Because of her life long dedication and love of children, memorial donations may be directed to Holy Family Catholic Schools, 301 Demarest Parkway, Elmira NY 14905 in her memory.
Saxbury, Louise N.
A resident of Flannery Apartments passed away peacefully on Saturday afternoon, March 13, 2004 at St. Joseph's Hospital following an illness at the age of 91.
Born on December 15, 1912 Louise grew up to be a hard worker who was employed by Corning Glass, the Eclipse, and Artisitc Greetings. She was also a homemaker who loved caring for her home and family. She spent many hours enjoying crafts, needlepoint and rug making. She enjoyed time spent with her granddaughter, Mary Densmore who provided her grandmother with countless hours of care and friendship in her later years.
Her loving family survive her and cherish her memory, her children, Richard (Dawn) Saxbury, Erin; Charles (Lois) Saxbury, Buffalo; Helen (Harold) Lathrop, Wellsburg; Joyce (Richard) Thornton, Southport; Gloria Gilbert, Gillett, PA; a sister, Lena Leonard, FL; many grandchildren, great grandchildren great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews; along with a special niece, Shirley (David) Cleveland, Dundee;
Louise was predeceased by her husband Glenn Saxbury Sr.; a son, Glenn Saxbury Jr.; a grandson, David Saxbury; along with her six brothers and three sisters.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Tuesday, March 16, 2004 from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 8 p.m. with the Reverend M. Mari Rockwell officiating. The Interment
will take place in Elmwood Cemetery, Caton at the convenience of her family. Memorial donations may be directed to the Erin United Methodist Church, PO Box 127, Erin, NY 14838 in her memory.
Farran, Evelyn
A lifelong resident of Elmira, passed away Monday morning, February 23, 2004 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility where she had resided for the last few years.
Evelyn was born in Elmira, daughter of the late James Sr. & Maryann "Mayme" Butcher Hewitt. She was married to Elwin Farran who predeceased her in 1990. Evelyn was a loving mother to her son who survives her, Elroy "Bob" Farran, Elmira; grandchildren, Debbie (Paul) Sellari, Fredonia; and Lorrie (Jodi) Edger, Elmira; great grandchildren, Reilly, Collin, Hannaha, and Adam; a sister, Adeline Worner, Elmira; nieces, nephews and cousins. Evelyn retired form A&P Foods in Horseheads and enjoyed caring for her family and her home.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Wednesday, February 25, 2004 from 1-3pm.Funeral services will follow the visitation at 3pm with Pastor Skip Reed of the Park Church officiating. Evelyn will be buried in Woodlawn Cemetery next to her husband Elwin, at her families convenience.
Moore, Bernard P. "Bernie"
Formerly of Lowman and presently of Horseheads, passed away peacefully in the care of St. Joseph's Hospital following an illness, Thursday evening, February 12, 2004 at the age of 74 with his loving family who cherish his memory by his side. Bernies wife and companion of 53 years, Betty Thomas Moore, Horseheads; a son and daughter-in-law, Gary & Peggy Moore, Elizabethtown, PA; a daughter, Linda D. Bennett, Horseheads; four grandchildren, Justin Bennett, Jason (Denise) Searle, Dana & Elisabeth Moore; two great grandchildren, Misty Moore & Jasmine Searle; two canine companions, Bristol & Freedom; nieces, nephews and a wonderful church family from the Maranatha Bible Chapel where Bernie had attended and been active for many years. Bernie was predeceased by his granddaughter, Carolyn Moore. Always possessing a strong work ethic, He retired from Box & Moore Storage following many years of dedicated service. His many interests included bowling, his love of horses and time with his loving family who will receive friends at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Sunday, February 15, 2004 from 1p.m. -3p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 3p.m. with the Reverends Daniel Miller and William Wells co officiating. Following the services, Mr. Moore will be cremated at the Northern Bradford Crematory, S. Waverly, PA. Memorial donations may be directed to the Maranatha Bible Chapel Building Fund, 774 Sing Sing Rd. Horseheads, NY 14845 in Bernies memory.
Kelsey, Martha
Formerly of Elmira Heights, passed away Tuesday morning, May 18, 2004 while in the care of Elcor Health Services where she had resided, at the age of 94.
Born on March 12, 1910, Martha was the daughter of William and Etta Richardson Beardsley. She married George Kelsey in 1925 and he predeceased her in 1989.
Martha enjoyed being a homemaker, caring for her family, her home, and collecting dolls.
Surviving are her loving children, John (Connie ) Kelsey, Elmira; George Kelsey, Elmira; Mary (George) Milunich, Elmira; Catherine (Mike) Yednick, Webster, MA; Joe (Cathy) Kelsey, Wellsburg; two daughters-in-law, Alice and Cindy Kelsey both of Elmira; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Martha was predeceased by her parents, her two sons, James and Clyde Kelsey, a daughter, Dorothy Kelsey, two brothers and two sisters.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Thursday, May 20 ,2004 from 11a.m.-1 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation with Martha's grandson, Pastor Mark Yednick officiating.
After which interment
will take place, next to her husband George, in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Updike, Glenn W.
A long time resident of Gillett, PA passed away Thursday morning, May 13, 2004 in the care of the Bakercrest Home for the Elderly where he had resided for the past few years.
Born on June 18, 1917 in Gillett, PA, Glenn was the son of the late A. Lincoln and Caroline Knapp Updike. He married his lifelong companion of 65 years, Frances Griffin on March 17, 1939. Together they devoted their lives to raising a family, serving the Lord, and many years of caring for their family farm in Gillett. He was a founding member of the South Creek Evangelical Church.
Surviving are Glenn's loving family, his wife, Frances Griffen Updike, Millerton, PA; sons and daughters-in-law, James and Margaret Updike, Pine City; Daniel and Evelyn Updike, Hamlin; five grandchildren, James (Cris) Updike; Amy (Bob) Atwater; Dr. Glenn Updike; Mattie (Joel) Zarpentine and Daniel (Caryn) Updike; three great grandchildren, Eli, Jenna, and "AJ"; nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Glenn was predeceased by his four brothers, Chester, Foster, Charles and Lynn Updike and his three sisters, Catherine Fowler, Blanche Brewer and Grace Palmer.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport, on Saturday evening, May 15, 2004 from 7-9 p.m. and also on Sunday afternoon from 2-4pm. Funeral services will follow the Sunday visitation in the funeral chapel at Caywood's at 4 p.m. with the Pastor Bryon Kain, pastor of the South Creek Evangelical Free Church officiating. Interment
will take place at the families convenience in the Gillett Cemetery, Gillett, PA.
Memorials may be directed to Bakercrest Home for the Elderly Activity Fund, Rd 2 Box 195, Millerton, PA 16936 for Glenn's fellow residents and friends.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to Don Baker and his wonderful staff at Bakercrest Home for the Elderly for all the care and comfort you provided our father in his final years, May God Bless Each of You.
PUCHOSIC, Anne D.
Age 95
Of Elmira, NY passed away Friday, April 16, 2004 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She was predeceased by her parents James and Ella (Costello) Donlin; daughter Patricia Long and son Raymond Lott and is survived by her daughters Clara (Herb) Tipton of Elmira, Joan Walter of Great Falls, MT and Monica (Elling) Sagan of Canyon Country, CA; sister Eleanor Donlin of Sayre, PA along with several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Puchosic retired from Gerould's Pharmacy, was a communicant of St. Mary's Church and a member of the Elmira Moose Club, Eagles Club, AARP Chapter 276, volunteered for R.S.V.P. and the Office for the Aging. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, LLC, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Saturday, May 1, 2004 from 1:30 to 3:30. A Memorial Service will follow at 3:30 with Rev. Richard Farrell officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Office for the Aging, 425 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904 or Meals on Wheels, 150 Fox St., Elmira, NY 14901 in her memory.
Fischer, Karen Ingemanson
A longtime resident of Queensbury, NY passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon, April 23, 2004 at the home of her son and daughter-in-law in Wellsburg, NY where she had been residing since February of this year. Her loving family were at her side to offer her care and comfort during her final days.
Born on November 2, 1951, Karen was the loving daughter to Richard and Barbara Frick Ingemanson. She was employed as a Photo Lab Manager for Hannaford in Saratoga, NY. Karen was a member of the Pine Knolls Alliance Church in S. Glens Falls where she worshipped and served the Lord. Her many interests included her love of photography, her appreciation for each person's individuality along with precious time shared with her cherished family and friends who survive her. Sons and daughters-in-law, Charlie & Laura Wilson, Wellsburg, NY; Justin & Kristy Fischer, Glens Falls, NY; Matthew & Sarah Fischer, Charlotte, NC; grandchildren, Joshua, Jeffrey, Adam, and her expected grandson whom she looked forward to seeing, Jacob; her mother, Barbara Ingemanson, Charlotte, NC; siblings, Gary (Stephanie) Ingemanson, San Antonio, TX; Barbara Byrd, Alpharetta, GA; David (Donna) Ingemanson, Valrico, FL; Sandra (John) Sleet, Mt. Holly, NC; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Karen was predeceased by her father, Richard Ingemanson and her brother Keith Ingemanson.
She was cremated at the Northern Bradford Crematory. Her family will receive friends and family at the Pine Knolls Alliance Church, 614 Gansevoort Rd., S. Glens Falls, NY 12803 on Tuesday evening, April 27, 2004 at 5pm. A reception and time of fellowship will follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to First Church of Nazarene, 1136 Broadway, Elmira, NY 14904 where she had attended with her family or the Pine Knolls Alliance Church, 614 Gansevoort Rd., S. Glens Falls, NY 12803 in her memory.
Sullivan, John James, Jr.
A long time resident of Glendale, AZ passed away peacefully Sunday morning, July18, 2004 at the Bath VA Hospital following an illness at the age of 67. Born here in Elmira, John was the son of the late John J. Sullivan who predeceased him in 1964 and Antoinette Casico Sullivan who predeceased him in 2002. John grew up in St. Mary's Franklin St. Church and remained close to his faith through out his life. Following school, John enlisted in the United States Air Force and served during the Korean War. He enjoyed traveling the world. John was very successful as a Computer Specialist for Honeywell in Arizona where he resided for the last 30 years. He enjoyed Arizona weather and was an avid golfer. Recently he moved to Pine City to live with his loving sister and brother-in-law, Joan and Stuart Easton with whom he cherished being close to again. Also surviving is his niece, Dr. Caroline J. Easton-Creighton and her husband Jay Creighton; nephews, Craig (Sue) Easton; and Mark (Alison) Easton; great nieces, Aimee and Amanda Easton; great nephews, William Creighton and Maxwell Easton; aunts and an uncle, Ann Malone, John Cascio, Amelia (Carl) Morrell, and Marie Crispino; along with many friends in Glendale, AZ.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Wednesday, July 21, 2004 from 2-4pm. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 4pm with the Reverend Richard Farrell officiating. Following services John will be cremated at the Northern Bradford Crematory and his ashes will be buried with his parents in the Sullivan family plot of Sts. Peter and Paul's Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded Mr. Sullivan. Joan and her family wish to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the Pine City Guthre staff and Dr. Thomas Gustafson, Erway Ambulance, St. Joseph's Hospital Emergency Room staff, and both the Elmira VA Clinic and the Bath VA Hospital for all you have done for my brother to make his final days comfortable. God bless each of you.
Fine, Robert "Doug" Flynn
A long time resident of New York City, NY passed away peacefully in the care of St Joseph's Hospital on Wednesday, July 7, 2004 following an illness at the age of 62.
Doug was born on April 18, 1942 in NYC, son of the late Robert Flynn and his loving mother, Roberta McCauley, Elmira; also surviving are his children, Robin Fine, NYC; and David Fine, Boston, MA; a brother, Bruce (Barbara) McCauley, FL; a sister, Judy (Kenneth) Kloh, NYC; aunt, Margie Shaff, Elmira; Doug was predeceased by his brother, Clifford McCauley in 2000. Doug was a restaurateur and bartender for many years in NYC where he resided. He enjoyed time spent with family and friends.
Services were held at the families convenience.
Drum, Mary "Marybob"
A resident of Rolling Acres, Millport, passed away peacefully, Tuesday morning, June 29, 2004 in the comfort of her home under the care of her loving family and Southern Tier Hospice at the age of 72.
Born on February 6, 1932 in Elmira, Marybob was the daughter of the late James and Ivy Brown Matteson. She married Richard Drum on April 14, 1951 and they have remained close friends ever since. Marybob was a custodian, or a "DP" as she preferred to be called, for 23 years in the Odessa-Montour School District. Her love of children gave Mary the opportunity to create a warm and loving home for her own children who survive her, daughter's, Beverly Rhynehart, Montour Falls; Catherine "Kitty" Orcutt and Edward Orcutt, Elmira Heights; Lisa (Todd) Oaks, Millport; a son Richard (Meredith) Drum, Syracuse; her husband, Richard Drum, Ovid; six grandchildren, Robert Rhynehart, Mandy Rhynehart, Alecia Orcutt, Allyson Oaks, Holden and Jacob Drum; two great grandchildren, Michelle Manning and Bryce Arnold; aunt, Betty Brown, Elmira; nieces, nephews and many friends. Marybob was predeceased by her parents, one sister, Laura Gubalo and three brothers, James, John and William Matteson and her best friend, Bunny Mack.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway on Monday, July 5, 2004 form 4-7 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 7 p.m. with the Pastor Al Craig officiating. Graveside services will take place on Tuesday morning at 11a.m. in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira. Flowers are acceptable or memorials may be directed to the Falck Cancer Center in Mary's memory.
Funke, Elizabeth G.
Age 89, formerly of Port Richey, FL and Horsheads, NY, entered eternal rest on Saturday, June 26, 2004. She had been a resident of the Chemung County Nursing Facility since 2003.
Born on June 2, 1915 in Albion, NY, Elizabeth was the daughter of John and Ethel (Jerome) Kelsey. She married Robert, Sr. on July 8, 1939. She is predeceased by her parents, husband, Robert Sr., 3 sisters and 1 brother. Surviving family members are son, Robert (Christine) Funke, Jr. of Basom, NY; daughter, Connie Wortman of Big Flats, NY; son-in-law Arthur Wortman of Horseheads, NY; seven grandchildren: Andrew Wortman of Charlotte, NC, Vaune (Douglas) Kopeck of Virginia, Gretchen (Rich) Vanderpool of Owego, NY, Todd (Gina) Funke of Idaho, Brocton Funke, San Francisco, CA, Peter (Jill) Wortman, Charlotte, NC, and Sharon (Tom) Knapp, of Horseheads, NY; seven great grandchildren: Ryan and Erin Vanderpool, Logan and Josh Kopeck, Justin and Allyson Funke, Alyssa Bentley, and Zachery Wortman; and one sister, Agnes Marshall of Waterloo, NY; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Elizabeth always enjoyed her family, caring for her home and gardens, playing golf and cards, reading, crocheting and knitting. She was a member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church, Elmira, NY.
She worked as a telephone operator for many years before becoming Statistical Clerk for the Veterans Administration in Batavia, NY. She retired from the VA in 1979.
In honoring her wishes, Elizabeth will be cremated at the Northern Bradford Crematory on Monday. An evening memorial service will be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1009 Maple Ave. Elmira, NY 14904 on Tuesday, June 29, 2004 at 7 p.m. Her pastor and friend, Rev. Cathy Stevenson, will officiate. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
Memorials may be directed to Westminster Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth's memory.
Riker, Joyce A.
Formerly of Gillett, PA passed away very unexpectedly at the age of 63 on Saturday, June 19, 2004 at her home in Lakeland, FL where she had resided for the last 20 years with her loving husband, Frank Riker. Also surviving are their children, Patricia Swartwood, Beech Creek, PA; William Scott (Rita) Riker, Lakeland, FL; Lori (Tim) New, Cressent, PA; Debra (Stanley) Sterling, Gillett, PA; eleven grandchildren and three great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Sharon (Jim) Ameigh, Gillett PA; Kathleen Lunger, Horseheads, NY; Darlene Walker, Barton, NY. and her canine companion, Pier.
Joyce was born here in Elmira on March 12, 1941, daughter of the late Henry and Florence White Kakritz. She married Frank Riker on June 25, 1958. Joyce was a homemaker who enjoyed caring for her home, her family and collectable bears. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Sunday June 27, 2004 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 8 p.m. with the Reveremd Duane Johnson officiating. Joyce will be interred in her family plot of Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY on Monday morning.
Zinn, Theresa Masia
A devoted mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully in her home she loved and cared for in Pine City on Tuesday June 22, 2004 with her family at her side
Born in Elmira, Theresa was the daughter of Pasquale and Lucy Martine Masia. She married William E. Zinn in 1946 and he predeceased her in 1980. Theresa was a life long communicant at St. Mary's Church where she was active in many church functions including that of wedding coordinator. Her love of family, cherished friends, music and care for her comfortable home filled her days.
Surviving is her loving family, a daughter and son-in-law, Patty (Michael) Stephens, Pine City with their children, Lucy, Zachary and Mary Kate; a son and daughter-in-law, William M. (Marilyn) Zinn, Pine City with their daughter, Carmen; a son and daughter-in-law, Albert (Linda) Zinn, Grand Rapids, MI with their children, Neil and Sara; a son and daughter-in-law, Christopher (Nathalia) Zinn, Portland, OR with their children, Gabriel and Sebastian; Theresa's brother, Robert Masia; nieces, Patty Brunner; Linda (Bob) Smith, all of Pine City; great nieces and great nephews, Reverend Richard Farrell, her best friend and a man cherished like one of her own sons. Theresa had family and many close friends both in Elmira and Watkins Glen who she cherished having in her life and loved dearly.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway on Thursday June 24, 2004 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Friday morning prayer service will take place at the funeral home at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. in St. Mary's Franklin St. Church with the Reverend Richard Farrell officiating. Theresa will be laid to rest in the Masia Family Plot of St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Flowers are acceptable or memorials may be directed to the St. Mary's Church Restoration Fund, 224 Franklin St. Elmira, NY 14904 in her memory.
Stadelmaier, Edna
Passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, August 4, 2004 at the Steuben County Health Care Facility, where she received excellent care, following an illness at the age of 83. Born in Horsheads on December 26, 1920, Edna was the daughter of Lynn and Charlotte Cooper Tenny. She married George Howard Stadelmaier on November 27, 1948 and he predeceased her on June 14, 1999. Edna loved children, she was employed for many years at the Arnot-Ogden Medical Center as a Day Care Provider. In serving the Lord, she was a longtime member of the Elmira Wesleyan Church where she was very active in church functions. She enjoyed crafts, sewing, knitting and caring for her home and most important to her was her family who survive her, daughters, Joyce and the Reverend Daniel Pickering, Canisteo; Diane West, Jamestown; a son, George H. Stadelmaier Jr., Pensacola, FL; brothers, Lynn Tenny, Boonsboro, MD; and Donald Tenny, Riverview, FL; 22 grandchildren and16 great grandchildren along with many nieces, nephews, friends and her church family. In addition to her parents and husband , Edna was predeceased by her brothers, Clinton, William and Jack Tenny. Family and friends will be received on Saturday August 7, 2004 at the Elmira Wesleyan Church, 1100 S. Main St. from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation in the church at 3 p.m. with the Reverend Edward Crandall officiating. Graveside services will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads where Edna will be interred in the Stadelmaier Family Plot.
Green, Kathryn M.
A long time resident of Horseheads passed on Thursday, July 29, 2004 in Cassatt, SC, where she had been residing for the last few years, following an illness at the age of 88. Born in Cohocton, NY on November 24, 1915, Kathryn as the daughter of James A. and Phebe Ouderkirk Fairbrother. She married Frederick A. Green in 1938 and he predeceased her in 1996. Kathryn was a devoted mother and friend to her children who survive her, Dorene (Gordon) Pierce, Appomattox, VA; Beverly & James Young, Woodstock, GA; Bonnie Green, Cassatt, SC; Frederick A. Jr. (Wanda) Green, Lugoff, SC; William (Deanne) Green Sykesville, MD; Robert Green, Horseheads; and a daughter-in-law, Kathy Green, Horseheads; a brother, William (Marjorie) Fairbrother, Horseheads; sisters-in-law, Kathleen Fairbrother, Cohocton, NY and Claire Fairbrother, FL; twenty two grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Kathryn was predeceased by her sister, Evelyn Tally in 1997 and her beloved son, Tommy Green in 2003. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway Southport on Thursday, August 5, 2004 from 10a.m. - 12 (noon). Funeral services will follow the visitation at 12 (noon) with the Reverend Richard Price of the Big Flats United Methodist Church officiating. Interment
will take place in the Maple View Cemetery, Cohocton, NY. Memorials may be directed to the Friendship Baptist Church, Faith Sunday School Fund, PO Box 100, Lugoff, SC 29078 in her memory.
Robinson, Malcolm J.
A longtime resident of Elmira, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, July 26, 2004 in New Jersey where he had been residing at the age of 85. Born in Sayles, PA, Malcolm was the son of James and Etta Boyce Robinson. He served in the United States Army during WWII and was employed for many years at the Remington Rand. Malcolm was a member of the American Legion and enjoyed time spent with his family which survive him. A son, Malcolm (Helen) Robinson, Beach Haven, NJ; a stepson, Dwight George Miller, Buffalo; a daughter-in-law, Florence Robinson, Manahawkin, NJ; brothers, Clifton (Idella) Robinson, Wellsburg; Elsworth (Mary) Robinson, Horseheads; and Harold (Julie) Robinson, Elmira; eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Malcolm was predeceased by his wife Margaret Miller Robinson in 1989, his son, William Robinson and his sister, Thelma Freeman.
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Friday morning, July 30, 2004 from 9-11a.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 11a.m. with the Reverend David Cook of the Elmira Christian Center officiating. Graveside services will follow in Bath National Cemetery where Mr. Robinson will be accorded full military honors.
Turk, Carol Ann
Elmira Heights
With all the grace and courage that characterized her life, Carol Turk passed onto death on July 25th, 2004. Although the hour was late, Carol's home was filled with many people she loved dearly...those who survive her. Mrs. Turk is survived by three daughters and their families: Patricia & Patrick Kelley, and their children Aimee, Ian and Meghan; Kelly & Richard Emanuel, and their children Alexandra and Eric; and Debra Todd and her son Ryan. Mrs. Todd's husband, Ralph, died earlier this same year. Carol's only son, her beloved Francis Paul "Boomer" Cleary, died in 2001. Francis was dad to three children who survive their grandma; Mary Katherine, Nicole and Andrew Cleary. Also surviving is Mrs. Turk's sister and brother-in-law, Mary Alice & Edward Haff, to whom she was very close, along with their son Ryan H. Haff. She is also survived by several cousins. Mrs. Turk eagerly awaited the arrival her first great-grandchild, but Mackenzie will have to know grandma through prayer, because God answered the prayers of others and ended a hard-fought battle with cancer. In addition to her son and son-in-law, Mrs. Turk was predeceased by her husband Roger E. Turk, by her parents Francis P. and Ruth Kingsley Cowley, and by several aunts and uncles, including Mildred and Phillip Cowley, who were especially close.
Perhaps Carol's greatest gift was her genuinely unassuming nature--the quality that attracted people to her who would be lifelong friends. Those special people are too numerous to name here, but Carol's daughters and sister are eternally grateful to each and every one who rallied to visit Mom everyday, and remind her how much she was loved. You give meaning to the word friendship, those of you who maintained ties from childhood, or from years of working together at the Home for the Aged and Boomer's Restaurants. And our Mom had a special place in her heart for the many friends of her daughters' and granddaughters' who felt perfectly comfortable making hers a "home-away-from-home."
Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Tuesday, July 27, 2004 from 4-8 p.m. Morning Prayers will be offered at the funeral home on Wednesday at 10:00 AM followed by a Celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 11:00 AM in Grace Episcopal Church, 375 W. Church St. with Fr. Hanvan den Blink celebrant. Graveside services will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
The family genuinely appreciates all that has been given to us already, on Mom's behalf, and we invite any who wish to offer additional gifts to consider a donation to Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe. Ave. Elmira, NY 14905 or the Chemung County SPCA, St. Rt. 352, Elmira, NY 14903 in Carol's memory.
