Death Notices
October - December 2004

DeMay, Larry - Larry M. DeMay, 60, of Manchester, died December 28, 2004 at Hospeace House in Naples. A service was held at the United Methodist Church in Manchester. Larry was born April 16, 1944, in Canandaigua, son of Maynard and Jessie DeMay. He attended Manchester High School and served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He was owner and operator of DeMay Trucking in Manchester. He is survived by his wife, Linda D. DeMay; two daughters, Janet DeMay of Clifton Springs and Amanda DeMay of Ocala, Florida; his mother, Jessie DeMay of Manchester; a brother, Gordon (Kathy) DeMay of Palmyra; two sisters, Linda (Jon) Holbrook of Canisteo, and Beanie (Larry) Hill of Falconer; a stepdaughter; Shaun (Buck) Mercer of Allentown, Pennsylvnia; and several stepgrandchildren. Arrangements made by Halsted-Patrick Funeral Home in Manchester.

January 4, 2005

Devereaux, Lillian Earle - Lillian Earle Devereaux, 84, of Clifton Springs, died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2004. She is predeceased by her husband, Richard. She is survived by her son, Richard (Gail) Devereaux; daughtter, Laurie Ann (Patrick) Devereaux; & grandson, Toby Devereaux. Memorial Service will be held at St. John's Episcopal Church, 1 Teft Ave., Clifton Springs, NY, on Saturday, January 8, 2005, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John's Episcopal Church or the House of John, 14 Spring St., Clifton Springs, NY 14432.

Berg Linda A. - Linda A. Berg, 51, of Sodus, died December 29, 2004. She was a secretary of the Sodus Central School, Vice President of the CSEA Union, member of the Cancer Action Group of Wayne County. Survived by her beloved husband of 26 years, Mark H. Berg; loving and special children, Christine Williams of Jamestown, Andrew Berg of Syracuse, Adam Berg of SC; brother, Bruce Foster of Oklahoma; sisters, Janet (Carl) Barnett of Youngstown, OH, Cindy Rivers of Youngstown, OH; mother-in-law, Archangel Berg of Syracuse; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and many dear friends. Family and called Sunday, January 2, at the Young Funeral Home, Williamson. A Funeral Mass was celebrated at the Church of the Epiphany of Sodus, yesterday morning. Private interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rochester. Expressions of sympathy may be directed in her memory to the Genesee Region Home Care/Hospice, 1 120 South Main St., Newark, NY 14513 or the Cancer Action, Inc., Wayne County Services, 255 Alexander St., Rochester, NY 14607.

Bradley, Charlotte Marie (Lester) - Charlotte Marie (Lester) Bradley, formerly of Marion, of Zephyr Hills, Florida, died December 31, 2004. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Richard; sons, Thomas of Newark, Steve (Diane) of Palmyra, and Alan (Cindy) of Virginia; Patty Wilson of Port Gibson. 7 grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren. Contributions in Charlotte's name can be made to Emmanuel Baptist Church, Mission Fund, PO Box 325, Thonotosassa, Florida 33092.

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January 3, 2005

Romaniw Urbanik, Suzanne, M. - Suzanne M. Romaniw Urbanik, 55, entered into rest at her home Thursday, Dec. 30, 2004. Family and friends are invited to call from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, January 3 at the Young Funeral Home, 4025 W. Main St. in Williamson. Funeral.services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 4at the funeral home. Interment will be in Marion Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be directed in her memory to Genesee Region Home Care, Hospice, 1120 S. Main St., Newark 14513. She is survived by her beloved husband of 37 years, Gerald Urbanik; loving daughters, Jennifer (Jim) Smith of Newark and Dawn (Tom) Privitera of Lyons; four special grandchildren; mother, Carol Romaniw; brother, Thomas (Debbie) Romaniw of Henrietta; sisters-in law and brothers-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.

Downey, Janet D. - Janet D. Downey , 84, of the Rose Garden Apartments died Friday, December 31, 2004 at the Geneva General Hospital. Friends may call Monday, January 3 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller St., Newark. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 4 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials in her name may be made to the Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Rd., Lyons, NY 14489. Mrs. Downey was born on January 19, 1920 in Newark, the daughter of James and Anna Daus DeCann. Retiring in 1979, Janet had worked at Garlock, Inc. for 30 years where she hadbeen a secretary and sales representative. She was a member of the Port Gibson Senior Citizens. She is survived by a son, William (Gwendolyn) Banckert of Newark; a daughter Barbara (Thomas) Lantier of Newark; three grandchildren Tracie Waite, Tina LaLone and T.J. Lantier; three great-granddaughters Sara, Jacqueline, Cordelia; a brother James (Phyllis) DeCann of Ontario; a sister Irene (Erling "Corky") Ridley. Janet was predeceased by her husband Vernon Downey, sisters Viola Moose and Teresa Pieters.

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December 31, 2004

DeMeyer, David. D. - David D. DeMeyer, 55, of Ridley Rd., Newark, died Wednesday, December 29, 2004 at Clifton Springs Hospital. Dave was born in Clifton Springs on August 8, 1949, the son of John and Ellen Martsteiner DeMeyer Jr. He operated the Tire Rack in Newark for 23 years. He was an avid hunter and loved his camp in the Southern Tier. Friends may call Sunday, January 2, 2005 at the Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hope Ave., Newark, from 2-4, where a Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 pm. Dave is survived by his wife of 31 years, Dottie DeNauro DeMeyer; 2 sons, Matthew and Mitchell DeMeyer of Newark; his mother, Ellen DeMeyer, of Newark; a sister, Barbara Abbott of Shortsville; nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Predeceased by his father, John DeMeyer Jr. in 1983. Memorial may be made to the Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hope Ave., Newark or to International Pieural Mesothelioma Program, 75 Francis St., Boston, MA 02115. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Newark.

Kibler, Joseph N. - Joseph N. Kibler, 89, of Church St., Newark, died December 28, 2004 at the Newark Wayne Community Hospital. Mr. Kibler was born on August 1, 1915, in Leroy,, NY, the son of Joseph and Jennie Wilson Kibler. He retired in 1974 from the Newark Developmental Center where he had been a painter for over thirty years. Joe had served with the U.S. Army during World War II in the European Theater. He was a member of the August Mauer Post 286, of the American Legion and the Newark Elks Club. Services were private and at the convenience of the family with burial in Newark Cemetery. Hie is survived by his three daughters, Susan (Ronald) Mourey of Newark, Paula (Greg) Simmons of Jordan, and Kathy (Evan) Shussett of Buffalo; six grandchildren; one great granddaughter; two brothers, Frederick and Wilson Kibler of CA. He was predeceased by his wife Julia in 1975. Memorial in his name may be made to the Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Rd., Lyons 14489. The family is being served by the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home.

Crane, Ruby S. - Ruby S. Crane, 93, of Walworth, died Wednesday, December 29, 2004 at the Newark Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Crane was born in Rochester on July 22, 1911, the daughter of Charles and Elizabeth Rummes Smith. Ruby had been an executive housekeeper for many years at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Private funeral services were held on Friday, December 31, 2004 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home in Newark. Burial will be in Mumford Cemetery. She is survived by her daughter Rev. Gayle Rose of Walworth; four grandchildren, Cindy (Gary) VanKouwenburg of Palmyra, Gary (Michelle) Rose of Palmyra, Shawn (Kate) Rose of Canandaigua, and Timothy (Nancy) Rose of Walworth; and ten great grandchildren. Memorials in her name may be made to Genesee Regional Home Care, 1120 South Main St., Newark 14513 or to a charity of one's choice.

 Storrs, Alta J. - Alta June Storrs, 75, died peacefully, Wednesday, December 29, 2004 at the Pines of Peace with her family by her side. Family and friends may call today (Friday, Dec. 31) from 2 to 6 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller Street, Newark. A Funeral Service will follow calling at 6 p.m. Burial in East Newark Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In memory of Mrs. Storrs, please direct contributions to American Cancer Society, 1400 N. Winton Rd., Rochester, NY 14609 or to the Pines of Peace, 2378 Ridge Rd., Ontario, NY 14519 or Wayne County Human Society, 1475 County House Rd., Lyons, NY 14489. Mrs. Storrs was born the daughter of the late David and Hazel Rafter LaMay on October 2, 1929. She worked at Mobil Chemical Inc. in the packing department. Mrs. Storrs enjoyed bowling, reading and cooking. She adored and had a special love for animals. Mrs. Storrs will be remembered by her sons Charles IV (Kristine) of Newark and Joseph (Jackie) Storrs of Butler; daughters Sherry (Reg) Brewer of SC, Jean (Leo) Gorden of MA, Terry (Modesto) Rodriguez and June (John) Sanders both of Newark; 15 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; brothers, Ramson (Barb) LaMay of W. Walworth, Victor (Shirley) LaMay of Ontario and Clifford LaMay; sister Pearl; many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Storrs was predeceased by her husband Charles E. Storrs on Dec. 20, 2003; son Walter Hewitt in 1972; grandson Jimmer and brothers David and Herman LaMay; sister-in-law Polley LaMay.

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December 30, 2004

Cunningham, Anne - Dolores Anne (Lynch) Cunningham, 72, of Palmyra, died December 25, 2004, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Anne sold real estate and was an appraiser, but her favorite employment was as a school bus driver. She was predeceased by her parents, Alfred and Helen Lynch, her son Thomas Cunningham and brother, Gerald Lynch. She is survived by her husband Thomas 'T.J.' Cunningham, daughter Penny (Bruce) Hankin; twin brothers, Richard (Phyllis) and Robert (Nancy) Lynch; daughter-in-law, Linda Cunningham; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and cousins. The Lynch family was one of Palmyra's oldest, having settled here in 1817. Arrangements entrusted to the Robert L. Yost Funeral Home, Inc., 123 West Main St., Palmyra. A service was held at the Western Presbyterian Church of Palmyra. Private burial in St. Anne's Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family. Contributions may be sent to Palmyra Volunteer Fire Department Oxygen Squad, 615 East Main Street, Palmyra, NY 14522.

Kulp, David - David Richard Kulp, 46, of Sodus, died unexpectedly on December 25, 2004. He was the owner of Pro Auto Parts in Williamson, for 20 years. He is predeceased by his father, Ronald in 1986. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Kulp-Petty; son, Matthew David Kulp; mother, Patricia; sister, Susan (John) Jay and Ronnalee (Paul) Freitas; brother, James (Donna) Kulp; and nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at the United Church of Christ, 570 Klem Rd., Webster, on Tuesday January 4, at 7 p.m. Contributions may be made to Mercy Flight Central, 2420 Brickyard Rd., Canandaigua, NY 14425-9960. Arrangements were made by the Norton Funeral Home in Sodus.

Hethcoat-Petty, Deborah - Deborah Anne Hethcoat-Petty, 50, of Newark, died suddenly on December 27, 2004 at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Deborah was born September 26, 1954 in Newark, daughter of Edward and Rose Mary Pizzirusso Hethcoat. She graduated from Newark High School in 1972 and attended Finger Lakes Community College, where she received an AAS degree. She worked as a secretary for several years at the Newark Developmental Center. Deborah enjoyed walking and photography. She will be remembered by her father, Edward Hethcoat of Newark; brothers E. Michael Hethcoat and fiancee Barbara Saccone, both of Irondequoit, and Thomas (Nora) Hethcoat of Virginia; sisters Roxanne (Joseph) Grieco of Pennsylvania, Rebecca (Dale) Vandigo of Louisiana, Marie (David) Brumm of Floriday, several nieces and nephews; one uncle, four aunts and many friends. Deborah was predeceased by her mother Rose Mary on June 17, 1995. Please direct contributions in her memory to St. Michael School, 320 South Main Street, Newark, NY 14513. Arrangements entrusted to the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc. All services will be private, with burial in East Newark Cemetery.

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December 29, 2004

Walter, Harold - Harold J. Walter of Newark died December 21, 2004. He retired from Fold-Pak after many years as a supervisor. He is survived by his wife, Ruby and a daughter Gwendolyn (Steve) Murawski, all of Newark; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Millard and Nell Walter; sister, Helen DeRycke and nephew Steve DeRycke. He was a member of the Newark Church of God. Contributions in his memory may be made to Ernest Angley Ministries, P.O. Box 1790, Akron, Ohio 44309. The family was served by Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home in Newark. The funeral service was private; interment in the Newark Cemetery.

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December 27, 2004

Cliff, Marion L. Marion L. Cliff, 76, died on December 24, 2004.Marion grew up in Lyons & Oaks Corners. She later lived in Sodus Pt, Fairport & Newark. She retired from the Penfield Country Club. Survived by her son Gareth (Sarah) of Newark; 5 grandchildren; Nikkilee VazQuez of Hawaii;Gareth & Michael Cliff of Brooklyn; Richie Barham of Maryland; Rocky Barham of Wolcott; 4 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters: Geraldine Gardner of North Syracuse; Harriett ONeill of Central Square; Margaret Cliff of Syracuse; nieces & nephews. She was pre-deceased by brother; Mahlon John Cliff & missing sister Betty Jane Arasin. Friends may call Wednesday 4-7 at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Ct, Newark, where services will be at 7 p.m. Graveside service Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at White Chapel Memory Gardens, in Dewitt

McDonnell, Reverend Joseph M. Rev. Joseph M. McDonnell, 99, died on Friday, December 24, 2004 at Rochester General Hospital. Father McDonnell will lie in state from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 29 at St. Michael Church, South Main St., Newark, N.Y. The Rosary will be prayed at 4:30 p.m. and all are invited to a 7 p.m. service of evening prayers. St. Michael's Church will be open for visitation at 9 a.m. on Thursday. The Most Reverend Bishop Matthew H. Clark will celebrate Father McDonnell's Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, December 30 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Michael Church, Newark. Interment will follow in the Newark Cemetery. Memorial gifts in his memory may be made to St. Michael's Church or St. Michael School, 401 South Main Street, Newark, New York 14513. Father McDonnell was born on January 12, 1905 in Bath, the fourth son of Miles and Joanna Scanlan McDonnell. He was educated at Bath elementary school and attended both St. Andrew's and St. Bernard's Seminary. Father McDonnell was ordained into the priesthood on June 7, 1930. His first assignments were eight years as Assistant Pastor at Holy Rosary Church and three years at St. Mary's both in Rochester. In 1941, he became the Chaplain at the State Agricultural and Industrial School in Industry, NY. His first pastorate was St. Gabriel's Church in Hammondsport along with the mission church of St. Patrick's in Prattsburg. Father McDonnell then became Pastor of St. Ignatius Church in Hornell before coming to Newark in 1957 where, right away, he launched a drive to construct an addition to the school for a combination auditorium and gymnasium, which was dedicated in 1961. At a ceremony on December 6, 1998, the facilities were rededicated and named The Father Joseph M. McDonnell Hall. Father McDonnell was Pastor of St. Michael Church until his retirement in June of 1975. In his retirement, Father Joe continued as Pastor Emeritus of St. Michael Church until he moved to the McAuley Center in Rochester on September 1, 1999. A fourth degree member of the Newark Council #897, Knights of Columbus, Father McDonnell was also the Spiritual Director of St. Michael's Rosary and Altar Society and the Legion of Mary. He had been a life member of the Newark Country Club. Over the years he had been active on several civic committees in the Village of Newark. He'll be long remembered for his deep devotion in faith, his loving Irish wit and blessings and his playfully breaking into a song. Father McDonnell is survived by nephew Edward (Joann) McDonnell, nieces Joanne (Tom) Koch and Therese (Jim) Dudden, several great nephews and nieces, cousins and his parish family at St. Michael Church and many friends through out the area. Arrangements by Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, Newark, New York.

Gray, Allan E. Allan E. Gray, 75, died December 28, 2004 at Blossom View Nursing Home, Sodus.He served in the Marine Corps during the Korean conflict. A retiree from Gannett Newspapers as a district manager; life member of the Pultneyville United methodist Church; member of the Williamson American Legion post #394; 50 year member of the Williamson Odd Fellows; Sodus Bay Heights Golf Club and an avid golfer. Survivors include his beloved wife of 55 years, Mabel (Eaton) Gray; loving children, sons David Gray of Williamson; Mark (Kay) Gray of Williamson; daughter, Diane (Alan ) Hall of Marion; special grandchildren, Jeffrey, Adam and Amanda Gray, Steven and Bryan Gray, Jeremy and Kyle Hall; sister-in- law, Beverly Gray of Manchester; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Laura and Roy Phillips of Marion, sister-in-law, Beverly Eaton of Texas; nieces, nephews, cousins, special friends and grandpuppy, Toby. Family and friends are invited to call Tuesday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the Young Funeral Home, 4026 West Main St., Williamson. A service will be held at the Pultneyville Unitod Methodist Church Wednesday at 2 p.m. Private interment Lake View Cemetery, Pultneyville. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be directed in his memory to the American Cancer, 1400 Winton Road N., Rochester, NY 14609 or the American Heart Association. P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220

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Jones, Gordon (Red, Bucky) - Gordon (Red, Bucky) Jones, of Marion/San Antonio, TX, died December 20, 2004, at age 76 at the Harlingen Medical Center in Texas following a brief illness. Services were held December 23 at St. Cecilia’s Church in Los Fresnos, TX. A memorial service will be held in the spring at St. Anne’s Church in Palmyra. He is survived by his wife Darlene M. Jones; children Rolason (Sandra) of Baldwinsville, Robin (Timothy) Boerman of Marion, Robert (Shannon Supa) of Waterloo; grandchildren Rachel, Adam, Eliza, Emily, Abram, Kennedy, Rory (Mary), Anthony & Alexandra; sister Nancy Hotel of Rochester; brothers Russell and Clifford. He was predeceased by daughter Rosalyn Angela, brother Richard; sisters Lois Monroe and Charlotte Wheeler.  Arrangements by McGuire/Hargrave & Murphy Funeral Home.

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Bearden, Mary J. -  Mary Joan Bearden, 65 died Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at the DeMay Living Center. Mary was born the daughter of LaMoyne and Margaret Kahler Bearden on December 29, 1938 in Rochester, New York. She enjoyed country music, singing and baking. The family is grateful to all the dedicated medical personnel, caregivers and volunteer who gave Mary many years of tender loving care among whom are Mrs. Robert Wright of Savannah and the staff at DeMay Living Center in Newark. All services will be at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in East Newark Cemetery. Mary will be remembered by her parents LaMoyne and Margaret Bearden of Cape Coral, Fl; sister Ann (George) Brown of Rochester; brother John (Lucille) Bearden both of Rochester; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. In memory of Mary, please direct contributions to a charity of choice. Send a memory or condolence by visiting www.watermanfuneralhome.com

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December 20, 2004

Brundidge, Beulah M. - Beulah M. Brundidge, 77, of Broadway Road, Wolcott, died Wednesday (Dec. 15, 2004) at the Wayne County Nursing Home in Lyons. Memorial service and calling hours will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to W.A.V.A.C., New Hartford Street, Wolcott, NY 14590; or the Wolcott Fire Department, West Port Bay Road, Wolcott 14590. Beulah was born Nov. 15, 1927, in Rochester, the daughter of Leland and Elva Jeffers Morrison. She was a resident of Wolcott for most of her life and attended First Presbyterian Church of Wolcott. Beulah was active with the Wayne County Republican Party and was deputy commissioner for the Wayne County Board of Elections for many years. She was a former member of the Women's Republican Club of Wayne County and former secretary of STOP-DWI Program of Wayne County and was past member and chairman of the Wayne County Traffic Safety Board. She had been active in and a past president of W.A.V.A.C. She was also active in four senior citizens clubs in the area. She is survived by two sons, Steven (Marcia) Brundidge and Robert (Karen) Brundidge Jr., both of Wolcott; one brother, Lloyd Richard 'Bud' (Ann) Morrison of Florida; one sister, Norma Jean (Karl) Signor of Florida; four grandchildren, Brian (Lynn) Brundidge, Jason (Jessica) Brundidge, Amy Brundidge and Tiffany (Bryan) Reynolds; six great-grandchildren, Curtis, Kaitlin, Gavin and Cole Brundidge and Michael and Brandon Laird-Brundidge; three step-great-grandchildren, Timothy, Jonathan and Elizabeth Reynolds; and a sister-in-law, Edith Brundidge Laursen. She was pre-deceased by her h usband, Robert Brundidge Sr. in 1988; her step-father, Clifford Wilsey; and an infant son, Michael Patrick Brundidge. Arrangements are by Becker Funeral Home, Red Creek.

Bastian, Janice P. - Janice P. Bastian, 54, of Maple St., Lyons, died Saturday, December 18, 2004 peacefully at her home surrounded by family and friends. Predeceased by her father, John C. Perry in 2000. Survived by her loving husband Steven; 3 children, Kelley (Robert) Borrelli, Matthew (Kendra) Bastian, David Bastian, all of Lyons; 6 grandchildren, Erica, Corey, Colbey John, Hunter, Connor, and Jenna; mother, Arleen Perry of Florida; brother, Richard Perry of Georgia; sister, Linda Hedrick of Washington; niece and nephew, Brad and Amy Hedrick. Janice was born in Yonkers, NY, on June 18, 1950, a daughter to John C. and Arleen Heidgerd Perry. She was employed for the past 12 years at the Wayne ARC as a mental health caregiver, she was a former bus driver for the Lyons School District, and was a past secretary for the Lyons Presbyterian Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lighthouse Community Fellowship Church, American Cancer Society, or to the Wayne ARC. Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Service to be held Wednesday (Dec. 22) at 7 p.m. at the Lighthouse Community Fellowship Church, Route 89 in South Butler. Arrangements by Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, Lyons.

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Vickery, Robert L. Jr.  - Robert Lewis Vickery Jr., "Bob", 58, of Newark,  died suddenly Friday, December 17, 2004.  Bob was born the son of the late Robert L. Sr. and Johanna Hitchscheid on March 19, 1946 in Geneva. He worked for Refraction Technology in the factory. Bob was a member of the Newark VFW and the Newark American Legion. He enjoyed fishing, camping, playing cards, watching movies, playing the horses and reading to his grandchildren. The funeral home proudly flies the Army flag in honor of his service to our country during the Vietnam War.  Family and friends may call Monday, Dec. 20,  from 4 to 7 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller Street, Newark. A Funeral Service will follow calling at 7 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Dan Benedict officiating. Burial will be Wednesday (Dec. 22) at 10 a.m. at Port Gibson Cemetery with military honors. Bob will be remembered by his wife Barbara J. Vickery; children Michael (Corrine) Vickery of Buffalo, Kimberly (Paul) Cerenzia of FL, Kristina Dunkleman of Rochester, R. Bernard (Sharlett) Yost and Missy (AJ) Alvarado both of Newark; sisters Brenda Mills of Newark and Sandi (Ted) Pierie of NC; ten grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. In memory of Bob, please direct contributions to Camp Good Day & Special Times, 1332 Pittsford-Mendon Road, Mendon, NY 14506 or Spina Bifida Association of Rochester, 100 City View Drive, Rochester, 14625. Send a memory or condolence by visiting 

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Beerens Jane V. - Jane VanGee Beerens, 95, of Grace Avenue, Newark, died Thursday, December 16, 2004 at the Newark Manor Nursing Home. Family and friends may call Sunday, January 9, 2005 from 1:30 to 2:30 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller Street, Newark. A Funeral Service will follow calling at 2:30 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Carmen Seufert officiating. Burial will be in East Newark Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In memory of Mrs. Beerens, please direct contributions to St. Marks Episcopal Church, South Main Street, Newark, NY 14513. Mrs. Beerens was born the daughter of the late Isaac and Adriana VanGee on August 31, 1909 in Holland. She was a member of St. Marks Episcopal Church in Newark. Mrs. Beerens had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening. She and her late husband maintained the flowers at the church for several years. Mrs. Beerens will be remembered by her son and daughter-in-law David and Mary Lee Beerens of AZ.; grandchildren Jamie (Tricia) of MD, Tracy (Tony), Heather (Eric) and Sarah (Jorge) all of AZ.; great grandchildren Anabel, Ollie, Sydney, Luke, Kamryn and Sammy. Mrs. Beerens was predeceased by her husband Abram J. Beerens on May 10, 2000 and son Ronald in 1982.

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December 16, 2004

Leenhouts, Blanche E.(Plyter) - Blanche E. Leenhouts (Plyter), 96, of Newark, died December 15, 2004. Survivors include her niece, Donna (Allen) Prentice of Marion; grandnieces and nephews, Jim and Gina Lonneville, Jackie and Mike Tompkins, Judith Johnson, John Lonneville, Jeff and Sandy Lonneville; several great-grandnieces and nephews. She as pre-deceased by her husband, Maynard Leenhouts. Family and friends are invited to call tomorrow (Friday) from 1-3 p.m. followed by a service at 3 p.m. at the Young Funeral Home, 4025 West Main St., Williamson. Interment, Marion Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be directed in her memory to the Wayne County Nursing Home, 7376 Rt. 31, Lyons, NY 14489. Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home.

Bement, Walter D. - Walter Daniel Bement, 81, of West Pearl Street, Newark, died suddenly at his home on December 15, 2004. Family and friends may call Friday (Dec. 17) from 4 to 7 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller Street, Newark. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday (Dec. 18) at 9:30 a.m. at St. Michael's Church with Rev. Peter Clifford officiating. Burial will follow in East Newark Cemetery with full military honors. In memory of Mr. Bement, please direct contributions to the American Diabetes Association, 20 Ramona St., Rochester, 14613 or to the American Heart Association, PO Box 3049, Syracuse, 13220. Mr. Bement was born the son of the late Charles and Caroline Lyon Bement on January 1, 1923 in Phelps, New York. He was a member of St. Michael Church in Newark and Carpenter Local 85 in Rochester. Mr. Bement was involved with the construction of the Newark-Wayne Community Hospital at its present location, the Newark High School, the bridge on Route 14 in the village of Lyons and many Wegmans stores in the Rochester area. The funeral home flies the Navy flag in honor of his service to our country during WWII. Mr. Bement will be remembered by his sons Daniel (Kathy) Bement and James (Helen) Bement both of Newark; grandchildren Darcie, JW and Kassandra Bement; brother Richard (Donna) Bement of Old Forge; sisters Marion Bement and Geraldine Griner both of Phelps and Dorothy Povero of Geneva; many nieces and nephews. Mr. Bement was predeceased by his wife Virginia DeWeaver Bement on November 7, 2004; brother Robert Bement and sister Margerie Haers. Send a memory or condolence by visiting

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December 14, 2004

Sergent, Ruth - Ruth A. Sergent, 88, of Newark, died December 12, 2004 at Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic. Funeral services will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday (Dec. 15) at the Patrick Funeral Home, 26 W. Main St. in Clifton Springs. Burial will be in Rest Haven Cemetery. Ruth was born Sept. 11, 1916, in Buffalo, daughter of Pierre and Anna Dreffine. She enjoyed collecting dolls and knickknacks. Ruth is survived by her daughter, Joan Faye Sergent of Newark; her son, Gary (Micky) Sergent of Newark; eight grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Florence Rollin, Nellie Harris and Inez Pryor, all of Oswego; two special nephews, Jack Welch and Bill Sergent; nieces and nephews. Ruth was predeceased by her husband, Martin, and three sons, David, Robert and Donald.

Mattoon, Joseph - Joseph Mattoon, 79, of Phelps, died December 12, 2004 at Geneva Living Center North. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday (Dec.15) at St. Francis Church in Phelps, with the Rev. Thomas Mull officiating. Burial will be in St. Francis Cemetery. Joseph was born Feb. 11, 1925, in Clifton Springs, son of Joseph Sr. and Lucy Scherbyn Mattoon. He was a Coast Guard veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Phelps American Legion Seeley B. Parish Post 457. Joe was a member of the Big M Game Club and the Buckhorn Sportsmen's Club. He was a master mechanic of heavy equipment for the Operating Engineers Local Union 832 in Rochester. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Mattoon of Phelps; two sons, Joseph John III and Michael Francis, both of Phelps; three daughters, Cynthia Mattoon of Billings, Montana; Judith Ann (Frank) Sibio of Clay, and Mary Jo (David) Shackleton of Geneva; two sisters, Theresa (Lyle) Baker of Clifton Springs and Mary Ann Burm of Newark; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brothers, Charles and William Mattoon; and a grandson, Joshua Mattoon. Funeral arrangements have been made by the Cheney Funeral Home. 70 Main St. in Phelps.

Genecco, Angeline Marie - Angeline Marie Genecco, 86, of Florida, formerly of Newark, died December 10, 2004 at the Broward Nursing & Rehab Center. Angeline Marie was born in Newark on October 20, 1918, the daughter of James and Mary Jelomono DeJohn. For many years, she owned and operated with her late husband Peter, the De John Superette on East Union Street. Before moving to Florida 18 years ago, she was a communicant of St. Michael's Church and a member of the August Mauer Post American Legion Auxiliary. Marie is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth (James) Roberts of Cooper City, Florida; two granddaughters, Mary (Steven) Flock and Christina (Robert) Ochampaugh, two great-granddaughters, Gabrelle Ochampaugh and Heather Flock; three brothers - Ralph (Marie) De John of Bridgeton, New Jersey, Michael (Ange) De John of Newark, and Louis (Phyllis) De John of Newark; sister Ann Lawson of Lyons; a sister-in-law Patricia DeJohn of Newark; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased 1982 by her husband, Peter; in 1997 by her brother Thomas De John; in 1998 by sister Grace Bonafede. Arrangements are entrusted to the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. Calling hours are December 16 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. Father Peter Clifford will celebrate a Mass of Christian burial at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 17 at St. Michael Church. Interment will be in East Newark Cemetery.

Haywood, Thomas - Thomas R. Haywood, 58, of Sodus, died December 12, 2004. He is survived by his wife Carol; three stepchildren - Steven Robare II, Christina Robare and Allen Robare; brother, Michael (Janet) Haywood; nephew, Michael Haywood. A service will be held December 15 at 2 p.m. at the Sodus Town Ambulance Base, 7060 Ridge Rd., Sodus. Arrangements by Norton Funeral Home in Sodus.

Buyck, Frank - Frank P. Buyck, 91, of Marion, died Deceember 13, 2004. He is survived by wife Irene; daughter, Debbie (Edward) LaRock of Largo, FL; son, Paul (Jill) Buyck of Marion; seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. He worked for Hoffman Seed Co. and was a member of the Second Reformed Church. Calling hours are December 15 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 at Stevens Funeral Home, 3896 Buffalo St., Marion, where funeral services will be held Dec. 16 at 11. Interment will be in the Marion Cemetery. Donations may be sent to the Marion Ambulance, P.O. Box 1, Marion 14505, or Second Reformed Church of Marion.

Ayer, Elmore - Elmore Charles Ayer, 87, formerly of Clyde, died December 12, 2004 in Arizona. He is survived by his wife, Mary Louise, sons Jim (Kathy) and Chris (Celia), daughter Barbara (Lance) Angerhofer, daughter-in-law Jane Erbe, and six grandchildren. He served as a WWII officer in Northern Africa and in Italy with the 209th Army Coast Artillery. After the war, while living in Bryan, Ohio, he developed processes for electrolytic capacitors and designed and built machines that allowed for the miniaturizing of the electronics industry. In 1969, he founded Ayer Engineering in Tucson, AZ. He was active with the Saguaro Rotarians.

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December 13, 2004

McDonald, Flora Bell - Flora Bell McDonald, 93, of Newark, died December 12, 2004 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday (Dec. 14) at the Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court in Newark. Services will be held at 12:30 p.m. December 15 at the funeral home, with the Rev. Keith Henry officiating. Interment will be in Newark Cemetery. Flora was born July 29, 1911, in Farmington, daughter of Carlton and Mildred Wheeler Warner. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Newark, where she was a Sunday school teacher and Prims Group Leader. She is survived by her husband, Walter; one daughter, Rose Marie Travis of Seneca Falls; a son, Del (Marilyn) Warner of Lyons; seven grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Edith Fabino of Glen Burnie, Maryland and Florence Sapp of Lyons; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; a daughter, Mildred Gary; three brothers, Nelson, Floyd, and Lawrence Warner; and four sisters, Theda Churcher, Ethel Brown, Bertha Warner and Julia Gardner.

Iannello, Bernice L. - Bernice L. Iannello, of Marion died December 10, 2004. Bernice was a retiree of PSC in Webster. She was predeceased by her son, Andrea. She is survived by Andrea (Hank), her husband of 50 years; and sons, Salvatore (Debra), Joseph (Mandy), and Andre (Connie); and five grandchildren. Callin hours are December 13 from 7 to 9 and December 14 from 10 to noon at the Stevens Funeral Home, Buffalo Street in Marion, where the funeral service will be held at noon Tuesday. Interment will be in the Marion Cemetery.

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December 10, 2004

Bjorling, John W. - John Walford Bjorling, 80, of Budd Road, Newark, died Wednesday, December 8, 2004 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Family and friends may call Sunday (Dec. 12) from 4 to 7 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller Street, Newark. A Funeral Service will be Monday (Dec. 13) at 10 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Alloway Road, Lyons. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery, North Main Street. In memory of Mr. Bjorling, please direct contributions to the Newark-Arcadia Volunteer Ambulance, PO Box 680, Newark, NY 14513. Mr. Bjorling was born the son of the late John and Alma Anderson Bjorling on April 13, 1924 in Woodbury, New Jersey. He retired from Garlock Inc. where he worked in the factory. Mr. Bjorling enjoyed fishing, hunting, wood carving and watching football games. The funeral home proudly flies the Navy flag in honor of his service to our country during WWII. He was a member and past Commander of the Palmyra VFW Post 6778. Mr. Bjorling will be remembered by his loving and devoted wife of 59 years, Elizabeth Betty Bjorling; sons Eric (Debra) Bjorling of NJ and Christopher (Heidi) Bjorling of Canandaigua; eight grandchildren; sister June Reed of FL; many nieces and nephews. Mr. Bjorling was predeceased by his brother Charles Bjorling; sisters Anita Andren and Geraldine Bowden. Send a memory or condolence by visiting

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December 9, 2004

Mullin, Marilyn T. - Marilyn T. Mullin of Marion, died suddenly on December 6, 2004 at the age 57 as the result of an automobile accident. She is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Eugene; daughters, Joline Mullin of Rochester and Bridget Mullin of Rochester; mother, Velma Tetor of Bath; brothers, Warren (Loretta) Tetor of Bath, James (Sheila) Tetor of Fredricksburg, VA; sister, Virginia (Richard) Jones of Bath; uncle, Harry (Jule) Tetor of Painted Post; aunt Catherine Tetor of Bath; in-laws, Robert (Dora) Mullin Sr.; brother-in-law, Robert Mullin Jr. of Webster; sisters-in-law, Darlene (Dwaine) Denosky of Palmyra, Joyce (Lynn) Salisbury of Marion, Cheryl (Mark) Vander Brook of Marion; several nieces, nephews and friends. She was a member of The Retired Teachers Association and The Second Reformed Church. Friends and family are invited to call Friday 2-4 & 7-9 at the Second Reformed Church of Marion, 3757 Mill St., Marion, NY where the Funeral Service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Second Reformed Church of Marion or the American Diabetes Association, Rochester Chapter, 20 Ramona St., Rochester, NY 14613. Ref: Stevens Funeral Home.

Fisher, Mitchell - Mitchell R. Fisher, 32, of Clyde, died December 4, 2004 at Newark Hospital. Mitch was born October 29, 1972, in Syracuse, son of Arnold and Elaine Barry Fisher. He was a machinist for Vern's Machine Shop in Marion, and had worked for Spinco in Newark for five years. He had lived in Newark and attended schools here. He is survived by his companion, Paige Snyder of Clyde; his mother, Elaine Fisher of Pennellville; a son, Mitchell Fisher and daughter, Perseffne Fisher; two sisters, Melissa Franchi of Connecticut and Renee Fisher of Rochester; nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held December 11 at 11 a.m. at St. Bernadette's Church, Route 49 in Constantia. Arrangements are entrusted to the Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple court in Newark.

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December 7, 2004

VanLare, Peter D. Jr. - Peter D. VanLare Jr., 92, of Newark/Sahuarita, AZ, died Friday, November 26, 2004, at the San Juda's Adult Care Home in Sahaurita, AZ. Peter was born the son of Peter and Alamo McGill VanLare on July 20, 1912, in Brighton, NY. Mr. VanLare was a machinist at Bloomer Bros. Upon retiring he and his wife relocated to Arizona. There are no calling hours. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, December 11 at 11 a.m. at the Emmanuel Methodist, corner E. Miller St. and Colton Ave. in Newark with the Rev. Carlos Smith officiating. A reception will follow in the hall. Burial will be in the East Newark Cemetery. The family is served by Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home.Peter is survived by brother John (Shirley) VanLare of Newark; 2 sisters, Gertrude Burroughs and Arlene Joura, both of Interlaken, FL.; and several nieces and nephews. He was prececeased by his wife, Kathleen, in 2003.

VanDeWalle, Caroline H. - Caroline VanDeWalle, of Palmyra, died December 2, 2004, at the age of 82. She is predeceased by her husband, Raymond and son, August. She is survived by her children, Ronald (Donna) of Palmyra, Barbara Burns of FL, Robert (Sandy) of FL, Charles (Jan) of Palmyra and Raymond (Kim) of GA; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; brother, John (Esther) Reubens of Newark; sister-in-law, Madeline Prutzman of Newark; stepsister, Ida Keukelaar of Newark; nieces and nephews. Friends and family are invited to call Sunday 2-4 and Monday 1-2 at Stevans Funeral Home, 3896 Buffalo Street, Marion where her Funeral Service will be held Monday at 2 p.m., or immediately following calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Palmyra F.D. Oxygen Squad, Route 31, Palmyra, NY 14522.

Dennis, Marguerite McCall - Marguerite Mc Call Dennis, of Snake Road, Newark, died Friday (Dec. 3, 2004) at Clifton Springs Nursing Home. Friends may called at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 E. Miller St. in Newark. A prayer service is being held this morning at the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Church, South Main Street in Newark, celebrated by the Rev. Peter Clifford. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Masses for Mrs. Dennis will be greatly appreciated. Memorials may be made to the St. Michael's Memorial Fund, 401 S. Main St., Newark, NY 14513. Mrs. Dennis was born in Mumford, the daughter of Charles A. and Mary Reilly McCall. She grew up in North Rose, graduating from North Rose High School. Marguerite worked over the years at Newark State School, Newark High School and Newark Hospital. She was a communicant of St. Michael's Church in Newark, and was a member of the Rosary and Altar Society. She is survived by her children, Richard H. and Patricia A. Dennis, both of Newark; nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her father in 1966; her mother in 1960; her husband, Harry, in 1976; sisters, two Eleanor McCall in 1966 and Madeline Vandewinckel in 1996; and her brother, Charles in 1993.

Radel, Carrie M. - Carrie M. Radel, 100, formerly of Sodus, and a recent resident of the Wayne County Nursing Home in Lyons, died Friday (Dec. 3, 2004). Friends and family are invited to attend calling hours from 2 to 4 and 7 to 8 p.m. today (Tuesday, Dec. 7) at Farnsworth-Keysor Funeral Home, 5025 Main St. in North Rose, where a funeral service will follow calling at 8 p.m. with the Rev. Leonard Humber officiating. Burial will be in Rose Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rose Fire or Ambulance Department in her memory. Carrie was born in Claridon, a daughter to William and Florence Daniels Failey. She was the owner and operator of Radel's Hotel and Restaurant in Sodus Point from 1946 to 1980. She was the past president of the Fraternal Order of Eagles 52, having served over 67 years with the organization, which she was very proud of. She is survived by her daughter, June (Carl) Rossborough of Rose; two granddaughters, Susan (Fred) O'Neil of Ontario, and Karen Clingerman of North Rose; a grandson, Gary (Karen) Walker of Rochester, seven great-grandchildren, Derrick O'Neil, Rachel Rossborough, Courtney DeNeef, Dawson Mettler, Becky, Melissa and Carl; several great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Harlow Failey of Rochester; a special niece, Diane (Tom) Casselman of Rose; nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband, August Radel, in 1980; a grandson, Billy; one brother, Harris; and two sisters, Leona Mills and Alta Wilcox.

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December 6, 2004

Barcomb, Brian D. - Brian D. Barcomb, 24, of Sandhill Road, Newark, died Sunday, December 5, 2004, as a result of a car accident. Friends may call on Wednesday, December 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller St. in Newark. Funeral services will follow calling hours on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Lynn Sinnott officiating. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials in his name may be made to a favorite charity of one's choice. Brian was born in Clifton Springs on October 9, 1980, the son of Donald and Patricia Colf Barcomb. He was a graduate of Newark High School. Brian had worked at Concord Ford and had currently been employed at Webster Plumbing. He is survived by his parents Donald and Patricia Barcomb of Newark, a brother William (Kerri) Barcomb of Davenport, Iowa, maternal grandparents Kenneth and Ruth Colf of Newark, an aunt and uncle Nancy and Stuart Wood of Gananda, and his cousins Madeleine Wood and Elliott Wood.

December 4, 2004

Warner, "Maurie" Maurice D. - Maurice "Maurie" DeVall Warner, 77, of Newark, died Saturday, December 4, 2004 at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Maurie was born the son of the late William and Myrtle DeVall Warner on March 31, 1927 in the town of Arcadia. He was a graduate of Newark Central Schools in 1944. Maurie was a sales rep at Prudential Financial in Newark and at one point was Staff Manager at the Pittsford office. Maurie was past chairman of the board for Newark Wayne Community Baseball; past president of Wayne County Coin Club, Finger Lakes Life Underwriters and Community Boosters Club. He was past Senior Warden of St. Mark’s Church, past Chair Officer & life member of Newark Elks Lodge, life member of Newark VFW, Newark American Legion and Newark Library. He was a member of American Numismatic Association and Arcadia Historical Society. Maurie took great pride, working in his yard and on his home and keeping it immaculate at all times. Family and friends may call Tuesday, Dec. 7, from 5 to 8 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller Street, Newark. A Funeral Service will be Wednesday, Dec. 8, at 1 p.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 400 South Main Street, Newark. Burial will be in East Newark Cemetery. The funeral home proudly flies the Army flag in honor of his service to our country during WWII.  Maurie will be remembered by his loving and devoted wife Frances Warner; daughter Laurie; grandsons Sean, Brady and Joshua; several nieces and nephews. Maurie was predeceased by his brother Clifford Warner. In memory of Maurie, please direct contributions to St. Mark's Church or Newark-Arcadia Historical Society, PO Box 289, Newark 14513. Send a memory or condolence by visiting

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Rachow, Fredrick - Frederick Rachow, 72, of Marion, died October 25, 2004. Fred was born November 13, 1931 in Webster to Frederick and Mata Luke Rachow. He was a Korean War Army veteran. A funeral service was held at the Willard H. Scott Funeral Home in Webster with the Rev. Donald White of Marion officiating. Interment is in the Webster Rural Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Ramona; son Wayne (Judy); daughters, Brenda (Todd) Cramer and Donna Rachow; three grandchildren; his sister Esther Huehn; nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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December 3, 2004

VanDemortel, Raymond C. - Raymond Charles VanDemortel, 92, died Wednesday, December 1, 2004 at Rochester General Hospital with his loving family by his side. Family and friends may call Sunday (Dec. 5) from 2- 4 and 7-9 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller Street, Newark. The Newark Fire Dept. will hold a visitation at 6:45 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday (Dec. 6) at 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Church, Newark with the Rev. Peter Clifford officiating. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery, North Main Street. In memory of Mr. VanDemortel, please direct contributions to St. Michael School, 320 South Main Street, Newark, the Newark Volunteer Fire Department, East Miller Street, Newark or to the Newark Elks Lodge, 223 South Main Street, Newark, NY 14513. Mr. VanDemortel was born the son of the late Louis and Emma DePaw VanDemortel on October 31, 1912 in Newark, New York. Although he never finished school, he had a PhD in life. He retired from the Newark Developmental Center in 1974 after 27 years of service, where he was the Ground Supervisor. Prior to that, he had worked at Garlock Co. in Palmyra for 11 years. His family just had a birthday party at the Wayne County Nursing Home, to honor and celebrate his 92nd birthday. Mr. VanDemortel was a member of St. Michael Church in Newark; the Newark Volunteer Fire Dept. Deluge Hose Co. # 1 for 72 years, joining in 1932; Newark Elks Lodge and the American Legion War Dads in Newark. He enjoyed reading, gardening and landscaping. Mr. VanDemortel will be remembered by his daughter and son-in-law Pat and Ken Merton; sons and daughters-in-law, Norman and Pat VanDemortel and Roger and Doreen VanDemortel all of Newark; eight grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren; sister Rosalie Classey of Newark; many nieces and nephews; special friend Kathryn Huebler. Mr. VanDemortel was predeceased by his wife Unita (Smith) VanDemortel in 1986; sisters Emma and Marie; brothers Walter and Cornelius. Send a memory or condolence by visiting

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Stell, Shirley Morgan - Shirley Morgan Stell, 76, died December 2, 2004, at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Shirley was born October 4, 1928 in Lawrence, Massachusetts, the daughter of Howard and Florence Petzold Morgan. She graduated from John Marshall High School in Rochester, Class of 1946. She had worked at Eastman Kodak and at Sibley's in the Newark Plaza. She was a member of Park Presbyterian Church, the Amitie Chapter 473 Order of the Eastern Star, and Newark Country Club. She was an active Volunteer with the Newark-Wayne Hospital Auxiliary. Shirley is survived by Glenn, her husband of 55 years; two sons, Craig (Amy) of Clifton Springs and Brian (Sherry) of Medina, Ohio; three grandchildren Kristin, Ashley and Andrew. She was predeceased by her parents, and, in 2003, by her grandson Robert Stell. Funeral services will be held Monday (Dec. 6) at the Park Presbyterian Church, Maple Court, Newark at 11 a.m. Interment will be in the Newark Cemetery. The family is served by the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Park Presbyterian Church, Maple Court, Newark, NY 14513; Finger Lakes Hematology & Oncology, 6 Ambulance Drive, Clifton Springs, NY 14432; or Newark-Wayne Community Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 571, Newark, NY 14513.

Van Lare, David - David Earl Van Lare, 61, of Marion, died November 26, 2004. He was born September 25, 1943, in Sodus, son of Roland and Betty Van Lare. He was a graduate of Williamson Central Schools. He attended Tusculum College in Tennessee and RIT, and he served in the U.S. Navy. He was a land surveyor for 30 years in the Rochester area. He was also co-owner of the Leaning Barn Antique Store. He served on the Marion Zoning Board for 17 years. He was predeceased by his parents, grandmother Gertrude Elve, and aunt Jean Fitzgerald. He is survived by his beloved wife of 37 years, Diane Walters Van Lare; son Andrew Van Lare and daughter, Laura (Jamie) Eggleston of Schenectady; grandsons, Nicholas David and Nathaniel James; his brother Barry (Phyllis) Van Lare of Reston, VA; in-laws, Dave and Sue Walters; nieces and nephew, and many loving friends. Arrangements were entrusted to the Young Funeral Home, Williamson. Interment is in the Marion Cemetery. Memorials are welcome at Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Rd., Lyons, NY 14489.

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December 1, 2004

Croccia, Gloria - Gloria Croccia, 74, of Newark, died November 25, 2004. Gloria was born July 18, 1930 in New York City, to the late Michael and Angelina Croccia. Gloria was known to her friends as a very friendly and loving person, She enjoyed going out to eat, wearing the latest style clothing and jewelry. She is survived by her brother, Michael Croccia; several nieces and nephews; many friends at Finger Lakes DDSO and 106 Cobblestone Terrace. Arrangements were made by the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller Street, Newark. Deacon Ed Sergeant officiated her funeral service. Burial will be in East Newark Cemetery.

Swarthout, George L. - George L. Swartout of Lyons, formerly of Ontario, died Saturday November 27, 2004 at age 76. George was predeceased by his wife Louise on February 25, 1999. He is survived by his children Christine (John) Gerg, Richard (Karen) Swarthout, James Carpenter; grandchildren William, Jennifer, Christopher, James, Kathrine and Joelle; great-grandchildren Felicia, Katelyn, Brianna, Rebecca, Brandon, Jordan and Cara; in-laws Elmer & Eleanor MacIntyre, Irene & Joseph Schmidt, Susan Bradshaw; special nephew David (Barbara) Vine as well as many other relatives and close friends. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday from 9-10 a.m. at Murphy Funeral Home, 1961 Ridge Road, Ontario, where a Celebration of George's life will be held beginning at 10 a.m. There will be a reception immediately following the service at the Ontario Firemen's Exempt Hall. At the family's request, donations in lieu of flowers should be directed to the Open Door Mission, P.O. Box 14236, Rochester, NY 14614-0236, or GRHCA 1120 South Main Street, Newark, NY 14513.

Westfall, Eleanor (Peck) - Eleanor (Peck) Westfall, 87, died at Blossom View Nursing Home, Sodus, on November 30, 2004. A life member of the Williamson United Methodist Church and the Williamson Rebekah Lodge, she is survived by her loving family: sons, Larry (Judy) Westfall of Pleasant Hill, Tennessee, James Westfall of Phelps; grandchildren, Lori (Dan) VanAcker of Sodus, Jeff (Peggy) Westfall of East Williamson, Dana Westfall of Henrietta; great-grandchildren, Amanda, Josh, Chelsea and Ashley; nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Winfield 'Win' Westfall; and granddaughter, Heidi Westfall. Family and friends are invited to call Saturday, December 4 from 1 to 2 at the Young Funeral Home, 4025 West Main St., Williamson, followed by a Service at 2 p.m. Private Interment, Marion Cemetery. At her request, the courtesy of no flowers. Expressions of sympathy may be directed in her memory to Blossom View Nursing Home Activities Fund, 6884 Maple Ave., Sodus, NY 14551.

George, Ethel M. - Ethel M. George, 84, died Tuesday (November 30, 2004) at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Friends may call Thursday (Dec. 2) from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 E. Miller St, in Newark. Father Peter Clifford will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. on Friday (Dec. 3) at St. Michael's Church, South Main Street, Newark. Burial will be in South Lyons Cemetery. Memorials in her name may be made to the Kevin George Memorial Award C/O Newark Central Schools, 100 E. Miller St. Newark, NY 14513 or to the Memorial Fund at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1905. Mrs. George was born June 19, 1920 in Newark, the daughter of Edward and Mary Bomeline DeCook. She graduated from Newark High School in 1938. Ethel was a dedicated and loving mother and wife. In 1976, she moved to Florida and lived there for 24 years. She was a communicant of St. Michael's Church in Newark. Mrs. George is survived by two sons Kenneth (Herbie) George of Fairville, Karl (Debbe Young) George of Clyde, three daughters Karen (James) Bolich of Conover, NC, Kathleen (Paul) Jansen of Clifton Springs, Kay (Michael) Mammano of Lyons; 25 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Ethel was predeceased by her husbands Lynn George in 1967 and Chester George in 1992, a son Kevin in 1974 and eleven brothers and sisters.

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November 29, 2004

Bushart, Madolin E. - Madolin Elizabeth Bushart, 82, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, November 27, 2004 at the DeMay Living Center. Family and friends may call Tuesday (Nov. 30) from 2-4 and 7-9 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller Street, Newark. A Funeral Service will be Wednesday (Dec. 1) at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. William Crowder and Rev. Gerald Harris officiating. Burial will be in Marion Cemetery. Madolin was born the daughter of the late Jacob and Louise Johnson King on August 11, 1922 in Newark, New York. She was a graduate of Newark Central Schools and had worked at C.H. Stuart Co. and was proprietor of Fashion Two-Twenty in Newark. Madolin was a member of the Woodlane Community Church. Madolin enjoyed gardening, children and most of all spending time with her family. Madolin will be remembered by her daughter Debra (Edward Jr.) DeJaeger of Palmyra; son Robert (Kathy) Bushart of UT; loving granddaughter Stacy DeJaeger; step-daughters Beverly Nemes of FL and Karen Lindsay of MO; step-son William Walker of FL; sisters Jean Rahm and Leona Albrecht both of Newark; sisters-in-law Beatrice King and Claudia King; many nieces and nephews. Madolin was predeceased by her husband Arthur Bushart in 1993; sisters Esther King and Marilyn Foley; brothers Robert and Jacob King. In memory of Madolin, please direct contributions to Woodlane Community Church Memorial Fund, 5694 Woodlane, Newark, NY 14513. Send a memory or condolence by visiting

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Roll, Lois - Lois M. Roll, 61, of Phelps, died unexpectedly Thursday, November 25, 2004 at the Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic. Lois was born May 27, 1943, in Clifton Springs, the daughter of Edwin W. and Louise Wolf Roll. Lois enjoyed cooking and flower gardening and she loved to travel. Lois was highly dedicated to her job as secretary to the Midlakes High School Principal. She was planning to retire at the end of the school year after 43 years. Lois was also very dedicated to her Lord and church. She served for many years as church council secretary and organized many activities. Lois loved her family and will be greatly missed. She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Violet (Ralph) Freeman of Friendship, David (Hildreth) Roll of Clifton Springs, Arlene (Wilford) McWilliams of Zebulon, NC, Donald (Barbara) Roll of Galway and Sharon (Walter) Slagle of Fayetteville; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Edwin W. and Louise Roll; brother, Edwin Roll; sister-in-law, Lucy Roll; and her sister Hilda Boniak, who died November 17, 2004. Friends may call today (Monday, November 29) from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., at the Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main Street, Phelps. Funeral Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 30 in the Redeemer Lutheran Church with the Rev. William Mugnolo officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery in Clifton Springs. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Redeemer Lutheran Church, 102 Hope Ave., Newark, NY 14513.

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November 24, 2004

Washburn, Richard - Richard G. 'Dick' Washburn, 86, died November 17, 2004 at Myrtle Beach Manor in South Carolina. He was born May 14, 1918, in Bouckville, to the late Glenn and Blanche Cunningham Washburn. Coach Washburn was a World War II Veteran with the U.S. Army Air Corps. From 1939 until he went to war, Mr. Washburn taught school in Newark. From 1946-52 he was head football coach and mathematics teacher at Newark High. He was a long-time member of the Newark Reds Football Alumni Committee. He resigned to work for Empire Crafts, part of the C.H. Stuart Enterprises. Washburn played in the Newark Merchants Baseball League, and he was a well known and avid golfer. At Gates-Chili High School, he was a math teacher, basketball coach, head football coach and at the time of his retirement was assistant principal. Survivors include Jewel Mordus Washburn, his wife of 63 years; and his son, Richard G. Washburn, Jr., of Colorado Springs. A memorial service was held at McMillan-Small Funeral Home in Myrtle Beach. Interment will be in Madison, NY. Contributions in his memory may be made to the American Lung Association.

Elwell, Jacque - Jacque Spencer Elwell, 82, died October 17, 2004 in Lawrence, Kansas. He was born October 26, 1921 in Rochester, son of the late M. Lawrence and Helen (Spencer) Elwell. He grew up in Rochester, where he attended West High School and became an Eagle Scout. He attended Haverford College for two years and then transferred to Hobart College, where he majored in Business Administration and graduated in 1947. During World War II, he served as a P-47 pilot in the Army's 9th Air Corps, completing 15 combat missions and attaining the rank of 1st Lieutenant. He married Helen Wallace MacGregor on July 1, 1944. They lived primarily in Newark and Pittsford and moved to Kansas three years ago. While living in Newark, he worked for Empire Crafts. He was an Elder in the Park Presbyterian Church and was active in the Rotary Club and Elks Lodge and the Boy Scouts. He worked for Eastman Kodak Company and was active in the First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford. He is survived by daughter, Linda (Alan) Cowles of Lawrence, KS; and a son, Peter (Jill) Elwell of Columbus, OH. Grandchildren include Charles and Emily Cowles and Chad and Marc Elwell and a great-grandson, Jason Elwell. A graveside service will be held in Rochester in the Spring.

DeVay, William - William DeVay, 80, of Macedon, died November 18, 2004. He was retired from Mobil Chemical; he was a member of the First Baptist Church of Macedon. He was predeceased in 2001 by his beloved wife, Lucille (Grandlin). Survivors include his daughters, Betty Jane Hochlander of Marion, Sharon Ann Moore of Goshen, Indiana; four grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Arrangements entrusted to the Young Funeral Home, 4025 West Main St., Williamson. Interment is in Ridge Chapel Cemetery in Williamson. Memorials may be sent to the First Baptist Church of Macedon, P.O. Box 882, Macedon 14502.

Boniak, Hilda - Hilda H.C. Boniak, 71, of Clifton Springs, died November 17, 2004 at Geneva General Hospital after a long illness. Survivors include her husband of 35 years, John Boniak; two daughters, Kathleen Boniak and Karen Boniak of Clifton Springs; brothers and sisters, Violet (Ralph) Freeman of Friendship, David (Hildreth) Roll of Clifton Springs, Arlene (Wilford) McWilliams of Zebulon, NC, Donald (Barbara) Roll of Galway, Lois Roll of Clifton Springs, Sharon (Walter) Slagle of Fayetteville; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Edwin W. and Louise Wolf Roll; brother, Edwin Roll and sister-in-law, Lucy Roll. Arrangements entrusted to Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main St., Phelps. Services were held at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Newark, with the Rev. William F. Mugnolo officiating. Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery in Clifton Springs.

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November 19, 2004

Boniak, Hilda H.C. - Hilda H.C. Boniak, 71, of Clifton Springs died November 17, 2004 at Geneva General Hospital after a long illness. Friends may call from 6-8 pm Sunday, November 21 at the Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main St., Phelps. Funeral services will be at 10:30 am Monday, November 22 at Redeemer Lutheran Church at 102 Hope Avenue, Newark with the Rev. William F. Mugnolo officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery in Clifton Springs. Survivors include her husband of 35 years, John Boniak; two daughters, Kathleen and Karen Boniak of Clifton Springs; brothers and sisters, Violet (Ralph) Freeman of Friendship, David (Hildreth) Roll of Clifton Springs, Arlene (Wilford) McWilliams of Zebulon, NC, Donald (Barbara) Roll of Galway, Lois Roll of Clifton Springs, Sharon (Walter) Slagle of Fayetteville; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Edwin W. and Louise Wolf  Roll; brother, Edwin Roll and sister-in-law, Lucy Roll.

DeVay, William - William DeVay, 80, of Macedon died November 18, 2004. A Mobil Chemical retiree, member of the First Baptist Church of Macedon. Survivors include his loving and devoted family. Daughters, Betty Jane Hochlander of Marion, Sharon Ann Moore of Goshen, Indiana; grandchildren Bill (Lisa) Hochlander, Brian Hochlander, Deborah (Keith) Ludwig and Ken Moore; 10 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Lucille (Grandlin) DeVay in 2001. Family and friends are invited to call Sunday, November 21 from 2-4 and 6-8 at the Young Funeral Home, 4025 West Main St., Williamson, where a service will be held Monday morning at 11 am. Interment Ridge Chapel Cemetery in Williamson. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be directed in his memory to the First Baptist Church of Macedon, PO Box 882, Macedon, NY 14502.

Stocker, Richard - Richard Stocker, 51, of Sodus, died unexpectedly on November 16, 2004, following an illness. He was principal of the Red Creek High School. He graduated from Liverpool High School and Syracuse University School of Music. He taught music in Alexander and Liverpool schools. He was a former assistant principal at Leroy, former Palmyra-Macedon Middle School Principal, and current principal at Red Creek. Mr. Stocker was a leader of Boy Scout Troop #111 in Sodus and a member of the Syracuse Brigadiers Drum & Bugle Corps. He is survived by his wife Nancy, son Karl, parents Richard and Shirley Stocker, sisters Karen (Richard) Laquidari of Liverpool, Susan (Donald) Betts of Camillus, Diane (Timothy) Meyers of Perryville, and his brother James Stocker of Baldwinsville. A memorial service will be held tomorrow (Nov. 20) at 11 a.m. at Sodus United Third Methodist Church. Donations may be made to Richard M. Stocker Music Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 190, Red Creek 13143. Arrangements are entrusted to the Norton Funeral Home in Sodus.

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November 18, 2004

Wideman, Bruce A. - Bruce Wideman, AGE, of Palmyra, died on Monday, November 15, 2004 at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Loving husband, father and grandfather. Bruce is survived by his wife, Thelma; daughters Debra Hunt of Whitby, Ontario Canada and Donna (Michael) Murray of Palmyra; grandson, Mitchell Murray of Palmyra; sister, Carol Ginder of Lima; brother, Dick of Carollton, GA and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother Clyde; father Allyn; brother Glenn and sister Joan Arnold. Mr. Wideman was born in Greece, New York the son of Allyn and Clyde Carter Wideman. He was a graduate of Clyde High School and Tri-State University. Bruce was a member of the James R. Hickey Post #120 of the American Legion and a veteran of the United States Navy. The funeral home proudly flies the Navy flag in, honor of Bruce's service to his country.. Bruce and the former Thelma Barnes were married on October 18, 1958 in Lyons, New York, Mr. Wideman was Director of Product Developement/Great Lakes Region for LaFarge Corporation of Southfield, Michigan. Bruce - had been active in the Town and Village of Palmya for many years and had served as Town Councilman and Village Building Inspector. He was involved with, the Canaltown Days Committee and will always be remembered for his love of family, animals and canal restoration. Bruce was dedicated to. the Palmyra Canal Way Trail and was honored on June 5th, 2004 at the dedication of the trail for his vision and energy that were largely responsible for its creation. Family and friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, Novemeber 18 at the Robert L. Yost Funeral Home, Inc., 123 West Main Street, Palmyra where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, November 19. Reverend Steve Howarth, pastor of Western Presbyterian Church will preside. Burial with military honors will follow in Palmyra Cemetery. Contributions in memory of Bruce may be directed to the Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Road, Lyons, New York 14489.

DeJohn, Robert - Robert 'Bob' DeJohn, 71, died November 11, 2004. Mr. DeJohn was a retired Captain of the United States Marine Corps and a retired Industrial Relations Manager for several companies. He is survived by his wife, Mary C. DeJohn; son Joseph (Sandra) DeJohn; daughters Michelle (Steve) Schmidtt, Mary (Robert) Smith; two granddaughters; sister, Phyllis Chamberlaine; nieces and nephews. Contributions may be sent to the American Diabetes Association, P. 0. Box 1131, Fairfax, Virginia 22038-1131. Arrangements entrusted to H. M. Patterson & Son Oglethorpe Hill, 4550 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30319.

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Fortune, Betty R. (Resch) - Betty R. Fortune (Resch), 79, of Williamson, died on November 12, 2004. Family and friends are invited to call Sunday, 4-8, at the Young Funeral Home, 4025 West Main St., Williamson. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary's of the Lake Church, Ontario, Monday morning at 11 a.m. with interment in Lake View Cemetery, Pultneyville. Betty is survived by her loving and devoted family: daughters, Laurie (James) Verbridge of Williamson, Lynee DeLyster of Albany, Leslie (Craig) Hance of Marion; 8 grandchildren; special granddaughter, Stephanie Andrews; a great-grandson; sisters, Jane Hanken of North Chili, Mary Harnden of Madison, IN, Martha (Daniel) Reagan of Henrietta; nieces and nephews and special friends. Predeceased by her husband, Victor Fortune and grandson, John Paul DeLyser. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be directed in her memory to the Betty R. Fortune Scholarship Fund, in c/o Williamson Central School, PO Box 900, Williamson, NY, 14589.

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November 12, 2004

Donnelly, Robert - Robert W. Donnelly, 74, of Phelps, died Monday, November 8, 2004 at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Arrangements by the Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main Street, Phelps. Funeral services were held yesterday Thursday, November 11 at the United Church of Phelps, 58 Main Street with the Rev. Shirley Filatreaz officiating. Burial will be in Resthaven Cemetery. Mr. Donnelly was born March 28, 1930 in Waterloo, the son of Kenneth and Edith Buisch Donnelly. He graduated from Waterloo High School in 1947 and attended Ag Tech at Alfred State University. He is a member of the United Church of Phelps and was involved in the community. He owned and operated the family farm, enjoyed golfing, skiing and hunting and was a member of the Bear Creek Lodge Association. Mr. Donnelly was an avid reader and also enjoyed aviation, but his greatest love was his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Liz Donnelly; a son, Brian (Gina) Donnelly of Newark; daughter, Kathy (Brad) Jacobs of Phelps; four grandchildren, Peter Donnelly and Mitchell, Evelyn and Benjamin Jacobs; a sister, Marion Donnelly of Phelps; a sister-in-law, Gert Donnelly of Phelps; a niece, Lisa Donnelly; a nephew, David (Beth) Donnelly; and a great-niece, Olivia Donnelly. He was predeceased by his fraternal twin brother, Raymond Donnelly; and a son-in-law, Robert Laurine. Contributions may be sent to the Phelps Community Library, 15 Church Street, Phelps, NY 14532.

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November 10, 2004

Robinson, Shirley J. - Shirley J. Robinson, 80, of Newark, died Saturday, November 6, 2004 at the Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials in her name may be made to a favorite charity of one's choice. Mrs. Robinson was born in Newark on July 22, 1924, the daughter of Howard and Gertrude Burgess Dailey. For many years, she was a clerk at the Ring Box in Newark. Shirley was a member of the Park Presbyterian Church. She is survived by two sons, Michael (Carol) of Chili and Steven (Brenda) of Newark; a daughter, Christy Robinson of St. Petersburg, FL; five grandchildren, three great-grand children; two sisters, Patricia (Russell) Tripoli of Chili and Marlene (Frederick) Campbell of Clarks Summit, PA; and several nieces and nephews. Shirley was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, Clifford 'Scoop' on August 28, 2004; a son, Kevin, in 1976; and a brother, Edwin Dailey. The Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home is serving the family.

Bloomer, Sherman D. - Sherman Dixon Bloomer, 74, of Wilmington NC, formerly of Newark, died Monday (November 8, 2004) at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice. There will be no prior calling hours. Father Peter Clifford will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. on Friday (Nov. 12th) at St. Michael's Church, South Main Street, Newark, New York. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials in his name may be made to the Newark-Arcadia Volunteer Ambulance, PO Box 680, Newark, NY 14513 or to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center, 1406 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401 Mr. Bloomer was born July 8, 1930 in Newark, the son of Harrison and Margery Dixon Bloomer. He had attended the Quarter Circle V Bar Ranch in Mayer, AZ, graduated from Newark High School and Cornell University. He had worked for the National Security Agency in Washington, DC, Bloomer Brothers in Newark, and, for 35 years, was a Financial Analyst for Mobil Chemical in Macedon. After his retirement, Sherm was active with the Newark-Arcadia Volunteer Ambulance where he was an Emergency Medical Technician. He was a communicant of St. Michael's Church in Newark. For the past couple of years, he had lived in Wilmington. He is survived by his wife Violet, a son Sherman H. (Kate Lajtha) of Corvalli, OR, five daughters, Betsy (Duane) Oudenhoven of Chicago, IL, Ellen (Bruce) Mitchell of San Antonio, TX, Margaret Bloomer of Wilkes Boro, NC, Nancy Bloomer of Greenville, SC, and Jennifer Bloomer of Richmond, VA; six grandchildren, James and Molly Oudenhoven, Brian and Erin Mitchell, Adrian and Lucy Bloomer; a sister Joan (Jeremiah) Collins of Bethesda, MD. The family is being served by the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home.

Hart, Eleanor 'Timmy' - Eleanor 'Timmy' Hart, 94, of Lincoln Road died, peacefully, Monday (November 8, 2004) at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Friends may call Thursday (Nov. 11) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Friday (Nov 12) at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, South Main Street, Newark. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials in her name may be made to St. Mark's Church. Mrs. Hart was born on October 10, 1910 in Theresa, New York, the daughter of Frederick and Lillian Soper Timmerman. She graduated from St. Lawrence University in 1931. That same year, she became a psychiatric social worker at the former Newark State School, retiring in 1973 with over 42 years of service. Mrs. Hart was a member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church and the Wayne County Historical Society. Timmy will be greatly missed by her loving family, son John (Patricia) Hart of Newark, two grandchildren Caitlin and Nathan and many dear friends. She was predeceased by her husband Edward 'Pat' in 1994, son Paul in 1973 and a sister, Evelyn Kelsey in 1991.

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November 8, 2004

Welty, Helen - Helen Frances Renick Welty, 72, of Maryland, a former day-care provider and volunteer, died of respiratory failure on September 22, 2004. She operated a licensed day care in her Bethesda home from the late 1960s until 1978. She had a background in childcare, after running the nursery at Frederick Memorial Hospital in 1955 and 1956. She was born in Pittsburgh and graduated from Newark High School in 1950, the University of Rochester's nursing school in 1955. She moved with her husband to the Washington area when he was transferred to Fort Detrick. After working in the hospital's nursery, she taught biology at Hood College in Frederick for a year. The couple moved to their Bethesda home in 1960. She was a member of Fourth Presbyterian Church in Bethesda where she volunteered. Survivors include her husband, Carl G. Welty of Bethesda; three children, Linda Welty Wood, of Westminster, MD, David Welty of Lovettsville and Steven Welty of North Potomac; two sisters; two brothers; and 18 grandchildren.

Bement, Virginia L. - Virginia Louise Bement, 82, died Sunday, November 7, 2004 at the DeMay Living Center. There will be no prior calling hours. Family and friends may attend a Memorial Mass, Wednesday (Nov. 10) at 11 a.m. at St. Michael Church, South Main Street, Newark with the Rev. Peter Clifford officiating. Burial at East Newark Cemetery. In memory of Mrs. Bement, please direct contributions to the American Diabetes Association, 20 Ramona Street, Rochester, NY 14613 Mrs. Bement was born the daughter of the late Edmond and Virginia Bomeline DeWeaver on February 11, 1922 in the town of Arcadia. She was a graduate of Newark High School. Mrs. Bement was a member of St. Michael Church in Newark. She enjoyed reading and had a great interest in medical issues. Mrs. Bement will be remembered by her loving husband Walter Bement; sons W. Daniel (Kathy) Bement and James (Helen) Bement both of Newark; grandchildren Darcie, JW and Kassandra Bement; several nieces and nephews including her niece Ann Marie Nelson of AZ and nephew Terry O'Herren of CA. Mrs. Bement was predeceased by two brothers and three sisters. Arrangements entrusted to the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., Newark. Send a memory or condolences by visiting www.watermanfuneralhome.com

Rider, Helen Adelaide Wenban - Helen Adelaide Wenban Rider passed away on Friday, November 5, 2004 with her family at her side. She would have been 99 years old on Christmas Day. She was born in Newark, New York, daughter of William and Mary Stansell Wenban. Helen was a direct descendent of Nicholas Stansell who, with his father William, settled in Lyons in 1788. Historians recognize them as Wayne County's first settlers. As early as 1800, Nicholas Stansell had settled in the vicinity of what became Lockville, and is now East Newark, acquiring 600 acres of land. Helen graduated from the old Washington High School in 1922, which was located next the Park Presbyterian Church. Her first job was at the 'Commercial Building' as an employee of the C.H. Stuart & Co. Helen married Harry Rider and they raised their family of two children, Mary (VanNorman) and William (Bill) at 142 Bartle Avenue. Helen was always busy in the kitchen filling her cookie jar, along with some canning and pickle making. Helen also enjoyed reading. An avid seamstress, Helen cut and sewed just about everything both for her family as well as friends and those in need. Helen also knitted and pearled mountains of yarn. During the 2nd World War years, she contributed many mittens and socks to the Red Cross for the war effort. Shortages and rationing were the norm and, on one occasion, Newark High Cheerleaders had no uniforms, so Helen knitted sweaters for the team. Helen's church, which she joined on March 26, 1922 was her special place. She belonged to both the Reed and Foster classes at Newark's Park Presbyterian Church. Through one of them, she became the lead person along with Kathryn Crane in the church kitchen, preparing meals for church and community groups. The kitchen was barely adequate, so the classes raised the money to upgrade them by serving dinners. The church decided to upgrade the dining room also. Helen was also interested in the Amitie Chapter of the Eastern Star and was a past matron. She expanded her cooking interests to the lodge kitchen and dining room, and if no cook books were available for large groups, she printed her own. The lodge kitchen was also inadequate, so that too was upgraded and paid for in the same manner. After the war and her children were grown, she was offered a job in the school system. She was secretary in the then Junior/Senior High School on Miller Street. There were also four Elementary Schools. At that time there were only four administrators. Helen was also the District Treasurer whose tasks included preparation of the budget. She developed an activity based budgeting system, much different than school budgets of today. She retired in 1971. In 1994, Helen moved to Tucson, Arizona, and returned to Newark in 2002. Helen's life long interest in genealogy, as well as her ancestry, led her to the Colonel William Prescott Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution. Helen is survived by her daughter, Mary VanNorman and friend Gilbert Lewis of Newark, and son, William, of Macedon; six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry Rider, who died March 20, 1994, and her brother, Fredrick Wenban, who died in 2003. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 13, 2004 at the Park Presbyterian Church, in Newark. Burial will follow in the East Newark Cemetery. In memory of Mrs. Rider, please direct contributions to the Church Memorial Fund, or to the Arcadia Historical Society Endowment Fund, 120 High Street, Newark, New York 14513. Arrangements are being handled by the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home in Newark.

Noble, Raymond F. - Raymond F. Noble, 90, formerly of Sodus St., Clyde, died Thursday, November 4, 2004 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Friends may call Friday 5-8 pm at Pusateri Funeral Home, 68 Sodus St., Clyde. A funeral mass will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at St. Johns Church. Burial in St. Johns Cemetery with full military rites accorded at the grave. Clyde VFW will have a visitation Friday at 6:30 at the funeral home. Memorials to the Clyde Ambulance fund or to St. John's Catholic Church. Ray was born in the Town of Galen, July 19, 1914, the son of Thomas and Stella Lanning Noble. He retired in 1978 from the Wayne County Highway Dept. He served in the army in WWII and was a member of Bud Hinman Post 947 and of Brown Disanto Post 226 of the American Legion. He was a member of St. Johns Church. Survived by 2 daughters, Angeline (George) Von Fuchs of the state of Washington; Cynthia Noble of the Wayne County Home; several grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; step daughter-in-law Dorothy. Predeceased by his first wife, Teresa Braccio Noble in 1970.

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November 4, 2004

Bailey, Gertrude - Gertrude Bailey, 94, of Newark, died November 3, 2004, at Wayne County Nursing Home. She was born December 8, 1909 in Marion, to Jacob and Gertrude Bodine Stockman. She was a graduate of Newark High School; she lived in Newark, then Largo, Florida for 20 years, returning to Newark in 2000. The graveside funeral service is set for 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 13, in the Newark Cemetery. She is survived by her son Fritz (Marsha Vanderbrook) Bailey of Plymouth, MA; nine grandchildren, Thomas, Jay, Jeffery and James Thomson, Trudi MacBride, Michael, Steven, Jon Bailey and Kristen Madden; 18 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, husband Frederic in 1993, daughter Diane Thomson in 1996, son David Bailey in 1970, three brothers and two sisters.

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November 3, 2004

Waterman, Doris - Doris Hitchcock Waterman, 97, of Harpersfield, died Oct. 27, 2004, at home after a brief illness. She was born Oct. 15, 1907, in Lebanon, the daughter of Nathaniel and Lydia (Pendorf) Hitchcock. She married Paul F. Waterman on July 15, 1933, in Hamilton. He predeceased her. A resident of the area for 52 years, she was a graduate of Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester, in the Class of 1930. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Stamford where she served as the church organist for many years. She was an active volunteer in the community, for many, many years giving piano lessons. She is survived by five children: Mrs. Priscilla Fuller, Mr. Bruce Waterman, Mrs. Lila Serapilio, Mrs. Margaret Oswald, Mrs. Natalie (Robert) Lemmon of Palmyra; nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Services were held at the First Presbyterian Church, Stamford, with the Rev. Patricia Shafer officiating. Arrangements are with the MacArthur Funeral Home, Hobart.

Deisering, Sheila M. - Sheila Martha Deisering, 74, died Tuesday, November 2, 2004 at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Family and friends may call tomorrow (Thursday, Nov. 4), from 2-4 and 7-9 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller Street, Newark where the Newark VFW Ladies Auxiliary will hold a prayer service at 7:15 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be Friday (Nov. 5) at 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Church with the Rev. Peter Clifford officiating, Newark. Burial will follow in East Newark Cemetery. In memory of Sheila, please direct contributions to VFW National Home for Children, Attention Finance Director, 3573 South Waverly Road, Eaton Rapids, MI, 48827. Sheila was born the daughter of the late Wiley and Pauline Sermon McMurtrey on February 26, 1930 in Grandview, Idaho. She attended Rochester Business Institute and Harper Method Beauty School. Sheila worked at Montgomery Ward in Newark for several years before opening her beauty salon in her home, which she ran for over 30 years. Sheila was a member of St. Michael's Church in Newark; life member and past president of the Newark VFW, Post 2883 A.V.S.O. Ladies Auxiliary; life member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary in Phelps; member of the Grand Chapter of the Eastern Star, Chapter 326 in Shortsville; member of the Cabane 33 Dames of 40 x 8 in Williamson; 30-year member of the National Hair Dresser and Cosmetologists Association. Sheila favorite hobbies were collecting antiques, dishes and furniture, and she was an avid collector of genealogy. She enjoyed traveling to scenic spots and historical sites. Sheila for many years studied the Indian Culture and their way of life. She loved to watch boxing and stock car racing on TV. Sheila will be remembered by her husband of 53 years, Kenneth Deisering; daughter Glenna Ross of NC; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; brother Dale (Shirley) McMurtrey of Idaho; sisters Karen (George) Saaz of Idaho and Norma (Don) Sell of Washington State; many nieces and nephews. Send a memory or condolences by visiting

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November 2, 2004

McCue, Donna N.  - Donna B. McCue, 81, of Newark, died on Tuesday, November 2, 2004, at the House of John in Clifton Springs. Mrs. McCue was born on December 25, 1922, in Rochester, the daughter of Verner and Sally Monje Burns. Donna was a secretary at Lincoln School for over eighteen years, retiring in 1985. Before moving to Newark and raising her family, she had worked at Kodak in Rochester. She was a member of the Park Presbyterian Church. Donna had served on the Alex Eligh Community Center Board of Directors. For many years, she volunteered at the Red Cross Blood Banks and the House of John. Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 6 at the Park Presbyterian Church, Maple Court, Newark, with a reception following in the church hall. Donna is survived by her husband of 45 years, John R. McCue, sons Lance Monje of Orange, CT, Scott (Audrey) Monje of Terrytown, NY, Sean (Theresa) McCue of Newark; a daughter-in-law Joyce Monje of Canandaigua, six grandchildren, Michelle, Erin, Brett, and Patricia Monje, Sarah and Thomas McCue. She was predeceased by a husband, Francis Monje in 1958, her father Verner Burns and her mother Sally Burns Reese, two sons, Stuart Monje in 1990 and Steven in 1997. Memorial in her name to the House of John, 12 Spring St., Clifton Springs 14432 or Wayne County Hospice, 1120 South Main St., Newark 14513. Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home is serving the family.

Robinson, Sharon - Sharon Ann Robinson, 64, formerly of Newark, died Saturday, October 30, 2004 in Brantingham, NY. A memorial mass will be held Friday, November 5 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Glenfield with a reception to follow. The family would like to give special thanks to the community for their love and support. Memorials may be made to the Finger Lakes Oncology/Radiation Center, 2 Coulter Road, Clifton Springs, NT 14432 or Friends of Lewis County Hospice, Lowville, NY 13367. Sharon Ann was born January 25, 1940, daughter of James and Georgia Post Quigley of Clifton Springs. Sharon lived in Newark for many years until her retirement from the Newark Country Club in 1996. She and her husband George moved to Brantingham Lake, NY in 1997 where she was active and a dedicated member of the St. Mary's/St. Thomas Women's Guild. Sharon was a loving wife, mother and friend. Survived by her husband, George; children, Lori Robinson, Susami Smith, Peter & Kinuyo Smith; James and Annabelle Smith; grandchildren, Benjamin, Susan, Clayton, Sean, Connor, and Samuel; sister, Mary Lou Driscoll; her mother, Georgia Quigley; many nices and nephews. Predeceased by her father, James and sister, Helen Margaret. Arrangements by Schultz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court, Newark.

Fletcher, Sherry - Sherry A. Fletcher, 63, of Lyons, died at home on Saturday, October 30, 2004.Sherry was born in Sodus, on March 15, 1941, a daughter to John L. and Dorothy A. Clark Brennan. She was predeceased by her parents. She was a graduate of Sodus Central School in 1959, was an avid Elvis Fan, and was employed by the Lyons Central School as a bus driver for 26 years. She is survived by her children, Scott Fletcher of Texas, Steve (Peggy VanDamme) Fletcher of Newark, Stacy (John) Cornwell of Newark, Selena (Scott Burm) Fletcher of Newark; nine grandchildren - Daniel, Jacqueline, Ryan, Marvin, Miranda, Sadie, Kimberly, Sydney, and Maggie; her brother, John Brennan of Victor; her sister Karen; fiance Joseph J. Bede of Lyons; step-son, Joseph E. Bede of PA; nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, November 3 at 11 a.m. at the Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps Street, Lyons with Rev. Jeff Haines, Officiating. Inurnment will be in Sodus Rural Cemetery. Contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

Sauer, Helen - Helen R. Sauer, 95, of Walworth, died October 29, 2004. She was predeceased by her husband, Wilhelm. She is survived by her son William (Adeline) Sauer of Walworth; her granddaughter, Barbara (David) Ballesty of Blowing Rock, NC; several nieces and nephews in Germany and the United States. Friends and family are invited to call from 2-4 p.m. on Thursday at Stevens Funeral Home, 3896 Buffalo St., Marion. A Funeral Mass will, be held Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Gregory's Church, Marion. Interment, Marion Cemetery.

Goellner, Karl - Karl Eugene 'Gene' Goellner, 93, of Duluth, died on Wednesday, October 27, 2004, at the home of his son Mark. He was born Sept. 18, 1911 in Port Gibson, NY. He was the sixth of eight children of Anna Marie (Volz) and John Goellner, both immigrants to America. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree (1933) and Doctor of Philosophy degree (1943) in zoology at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor. He was a veteran of World War II and served in the air force in El Paso, Texas, where he taught atmospheric science. He taught at Luther College from 1947-1949 and at Coe College from 19491977. During his career, Gene taught zoology, biology, embryology, ornithology, ichthyology and comparative anatomy among other subjects. As faculty advisor, he counseled young men and women, helping them make decisions about their lives and careers. He strove to make student athletes students first and athletes second. Gene served as the president of the Iowa Academy of Science from 1978-1979 and was awarded the Distinguished Service Award from the Iowa Academy of Science in 1980. On May 11, 1934, he married Ruth Godwin in Detroit, MI. In 1949 they moved to Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He was active in the Audubon Society, the Nature Conservancy, the Coe Athletics Committee and the Iowa Academy of Science. At Coe commencement in May, 2003, he was presented with the Distinguished Service Award for his contributions to the College. After retirement Gene and Ruth moved to Teal Lake near Hayward, WI. He remained a loyal Michigan alumnus. He continued his lifelong focus on environmental and ecological issues, at home and abroad. Gene and Ruth traveled extensively to such places as Siberia, Russia, Alaska, Europe, Norway, Guam, Africa, Trinidad, Mexico and the Galapagos Islands. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth, his parents and siblings, Anna, Henry, Fred, Margaret, John, Alice and Lud. Gene is survived by his four boys, John (Annette) of Rochester, MN, Karl A. (Mary) of Tampa, FL, Paul (Bette Colville) of Spooner, WI, Mark (Anita) of Duluth, MN, 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. N6pw NeNI f of f'oi r 76.5( lay ' At his request, for his last teaching assignment, his remains were bequeathed to the Medical School at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa. Memorial considerations may be forwarded to Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary at N2384 Hunt Hill Road, Sarona, WI. 54870. Scalzo Funeral Home of Spooner, WI. has assisted-the family with necessary arrangements.

Wells, Harold R. - Harold R. Wells, age 79, of Dayton Ave., Clifton Springs died October 31, 2004 at home with his loving family by his side. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10 am, Thursday, November 4, 2004 at St. Felix Church in C lifton Springs. Interment in St. Agnes Cemetery. Harold was born April 27, 1925 in Lima, New York, the son of the late Robert and Frances Wells and had lived in this area most of his life. He was a graduate of Clifton Springs High School. He served his country in the United States Airforce during WWII. He was employed by PaPec and Garlock before retiring from Wright Components. Harold was a member of St. Felix Church and he was a member and past treasurer for the Phelps American Legion. He enjoyed smelting and fishing, gardening, and playing cards. He loved attending air shows all over the area. He will be greatly missed by all he knew. Harold is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Pat 'Patricia' Wells; Linda (Bill) DeVinny; John Wells and his fiancee Sue Wheeler; Susan (John) Smith; Laurie (Jack) Caves; James (Angela) Wells; 14 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Patrick Funeral Home in Clifton Springs. Friends may contribute to the House of John, 14 Spring Street, Clifton Springs in Harold's memory.

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Petrus, Joseph 'Jockey' - Joseph 'Jockey' Petrus, 85, of Washington Street, Newark, died October 30, 2004 at Rochester General Hospital. He was born January 4, 1919 in Lyons, son of Sundo and Josephine Marr Petrus. He was a superintendent of construction for Consolidated Gas of Phelps; he had worked for various construction companies, and for the railroad in his earlier years. Petrus served several terms as the lone Democratic Newark Village Trustee. In 1977, he ran for Mayor of Newark - as an independent candidate. Although he lost the election, his candidacy had a profound impact on the outcome of the election as incumbent Mayor Nick Neuhard was defeated, and Republican Douglas Rook was elected. He served as general manager of the baseball park (Colburn Park) for the Newark Co-Pilots, and as Venerable for the Geneva Sons of Italy, where he was very active. He was a member of St. Michael's Church in Newark. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and life member of the VFW Arcadia Post #2883. Visitations were held for The Sons of Italy of Geneva and the VFW members. He was buried at the Newark Cemetery, with full military rites accorded. He is survived by two daughters, Debbie (John) Stuhlmann of California; Merilou Santelli VanHoute of Newark; three grandchildren, Samantha Santelli, Jennifer Green and Andrea Faulisi; one great-grandson, Joseph Green; three stepgrandchildren, Johnny, Amber and Ashley; two sisters, Louise Petrus and Mary (Frank) Cinefi of Lyons; a brother, Rockie (Betty) Janto and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased February 10, 2002 by his wife, Mary. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court in Newark; the funeral Mass was held St. Michael's Church. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 320 Lexington Ave., Rochester, NY 14613.

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Velte, Robert C. "Bobby V"- Robert Charles "Bobby V" Velte, 59, of Newark, died Wednesday, October 27, 2004 at Strong Memorial Hospital.  Bobby V was born the son of the late George B. and Agnes Vale Velte on December 15, 1944 in Newark, New York. He was a graduate of Newark High School. Bobby V had worked for Doyle Security as a driver for several years and most recently at Newark Auto. Bobby V enjoyed playing the drums and performing in many clubs. He had a great passion for rock & roll and country music. The funeral home proudly flies the Navy Flag in honor of his service to our country during the Viet Nam War. There will be no prior calling hours or funeral services. Family and friends may attend a Graveside Service at East Newark Cemetery on Wednesday,  Nov. 3, at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Peter Clifford with full military honors. Bobby V will be remembered by his brothers Gerald Velte and Thomas (Dolly) Velte both of Newark; many nieces and nephews; special friend Shirley Kline of Waterloo. In memory of Bobby V, please direct contributions to the Lyons VFW, Post 5092, 202 Geneva Street, Lyons, 14489. Arrangements entrusted to the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., Newark. Send a memory or condolences by visiting

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