DEATH NOTICES
January - March 2008

April 2, 2008

Briggs, Faith - Faith E. Briggs 28, of Lyons, died from injuries sustained in a car accident on March 30, 2008. Faith was born Dec. 26, 1979, a daughter to Charles S. Briggs and Barbara Forest Ruggles. She was employed at Ultra-Life Batteries in Newark, and was attending Finger Lakes Community College, where she was pursuing a paralegal career. She is survived by her son, Luke; life partner, Kari, and her children, Dakota, Cody and Brett; mother, Barbara, and stepfather, Charles Ruggles; five brothers, Adam, David, Matthew, John and Daniel; sister, Sarah; niece, Elizabeth; and nephew, Alexander. Calling hours are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 3 at the Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons, where a memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, 4 with the Rev. George Davis officiating. Contributions may be made to the family for her young son, Luke.

Rockefeller, Vicky - Victoria Vicky F. Rockefeller, 49, of Newark died peacefully at her home on March 31, 2008, with her family by her side, after a courageous battle with cancer. Vicky was born the daughter of Lester and Florence Blood Jannain on July 23, 1958 in Batavia. She graduated from Pavilion High School and attended Mohawk Community College for two years. Vicky worked for Wegmans in Newark for 17 years as a Service Team Leader. She attended the United Church of Phelps and enjoyed reading many books. One of Vickys favorite pastimes was working in the garden with her husband, where daisies held a special place in her heart. She will be remembered by her loving husband of 29 years Edward Rockefeller; her sons John and Michael; daughter Jennifer; mother Florence Jannain; brother Raymond Jannain; sisters Jean (Richard) Walker, Linda (Bill) Hume and Marcia Reeser; mother-in-law Rosemary Rockefeller; brothers-in-law Daniel (Deborah), David (Donna) and Lynn (Deborah) Rockefeller; many nieces, nephews and friends. Vicky was predeceased by her father Lester; brother James; sister Cindy, and father-in-law Asahel Rockefeller. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting www.watermanfuneralhome.com. Calling hours are Thursday (April 3) from 2-4 and 7-9 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. A Funeral Service will be Friday (April 4), 11:00 a.m. at Woodlane Community Church, 5694 Woodlane, Newark. Burial will follow at Rest Haven Cemetery in Phelps. Please consider donations to the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester, 840 University Ave., 14607.

Doyle, Shirley - Shirley J. Doyle, 85, died March 29, 2008. Shirley was a long time resident of Rochester and worked at ABVI. She was predeceased by parents, Robert and Ruth Doyle; brothers, Robert, Harvey, Harold & John. Surviving family members are Arthur, Sandy (Robert) Brown, Elva Smith of VA, Ruth Kittelberger, Mary Beth, Martha Ney of FL, Sharon (Lee) Weaver of NC; many nieces, nephews. A Service will be held Friday, April 4 at 7 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church, 3040 Walworth Rd., Marion. Arrangements were entrusted to Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Newark.

Marsteiner, Ada - Ada I. Marsteiner, 83, a resident of the Wayne County Nursing Home, died March 30, 2008. Ada was born June 28, 1924, in Hartwell, West Virginia, to Robert L. and Uva Quesenberry Lowery. She retired from Ultralife Batteries in Newark. She is survived by her four children, Uva Davis, of Lyons, Michael, of Lyons, Robert, of Newark and Alan (Terri), of California; several grandchildren and great- grandchildren; brothers; William (Phyllis) Lowery, of Palmyra and Melvin (Doris) Lowery, of Lyons; sister, Kaylene (Alfred) Brummitt, of Virginia; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased in 1977 by her husband, Charles, and by brothers and sisters. Calling hours are today, April 2, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 at the Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons, where a funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wayne County Nursing Home.

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April 1, 2008

Byrne, Lori - Lori (Statucki) Byrne, 50, of Henderson, NV, formerly of Newark, died March 30, 2008. She was predeceased by husband Dusty Byrne and mother Mickey Ceravolo. She is survived by her children, Jessica (Jimmy) Salisbury, Jeremiah Wagner, Randy Jinks, Adam Jinks, Samantha (BJ) Statucki and Abigail Byrne; her father Chuck (Judy) Statucki; sisters Vicki (Jim) McBride, Donna (Bill) Catchman; nine grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Donations may be made to The Fellowship of Faith. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 5 at 2 p.m. at The Fellowship of Faith, 1939 Stokes Rd., Lock Berlin.

Buyck, Elmer - Elmer J. Buyck, 86, formerly of Lyons, died March 31, 2008 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Elmer was born Aug. 29, 1921 in Marion, son of James & Elsie (DeNering) Buyck. He had worked for Gould Pumps in Seneca Falls for 10 years, and before that for Garlock Co. in Sodus. He was a former fireman for Sodus Center Fire Dept., and a former Moose member. He was a member of Sodus Bay Height Country Club where he was an avid golfer. He is survived by his son, James (Karen) of Sodus; grandson, Andrew of Ft. Collins, Colorado; sister, Marge (Leo) Fletcher of Sodus; nieces, nephews. He was predeceased in 2003 by his wife Lorraine, and in 2000 by his grandson, Sgt. Jason Buyck, U.S. Marine Corps. Friends may call Thursday, April 3 from 6-8 p.m. at Boeheim Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons, where services will be Friday at 10 a.m. Burial will be in South Lyons Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the Sgt. Jason Buyck Memorial Fund, c/o Reliant Credit Union, 10 Benton Place, Sodus, 14551.

Messenger, Donald - Donald Hathaway Messinger, 98, of Clyde died March 31, 2008 at Highland Hospital. Don was born April 17, 1909 in Sodus, the son of the late Perry and Ella Hathaway Messinger. He was a graduate of Colgate University Class of 1931. Before opening Messinger's Variety Store in 1936, Donald joined the W.T. Grant Company and worked at several locations across the country. Messinger's Variety Store was a mainstay in the community of Clyde for 62 years until it closed in 2001, when Donald retired at age 92. He was a World War II Navy veteran and was active in the Brown-DiSanto Post 947 of the VFW and the Bud Hinman Post # 226 of the American Legion. He was also active un the Clyde Chamber of Commerce, the Clyde Volunteer Fire Department and Fire Police, American Field Service, And the American Red Cross. He was also a member of the Clyde Rotary Club where he was bestowed a Paul Harris Fellow with 65 years of perfect attendance. He was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church in Clyde; after it closed, he was a member of the Grace Episcopal Church of Lyons. Surviving are his wife, Thelma H. Messinger of Clyde, his children Donald (Sally) Messinger Jr. of Shaker Heights, OH, and Richard (Mary) Messinger of East Rochester; grandchildren and one great-grandson; brother-in-law Clarence (Phyllis) Hubbard of Hamburg, numerous nieces, nephews, and their children. He was predeceased by his sisters, Eleanor Messinger Gilbert of Syracuse and Lucile Messinger of Sodus. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday (April 3) from 2-4 & 7-9 at the Baris Funeral Home, 87 W. Genesee St. Clyde. Services will be Friday (April 4) at 11 a.m. M in the Grace Episcopal Church in Lyons. Rev. Krista Cameron will officiate; interment will be in Sodus Rural Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Clyde Volunteer Ambulance Corps, P.O. Box 145, Clyde 14433 or to the Clyde Rotary Club, P.O. Box 202, Clyde 14433 will be appreciated.

Wilson, Chet - Chester F. Wilson, 72, of Ontario died March 29, 2008. He was predeceased by his first wife, Mary Lou and second wife, Sheila; sister, Eugenia Martin. He is survived by a special friend, Olga from Khabaravosk, Russia; three children, Joni Cooley, Cindy Wilson and John Wilson; 3 step-children, Robert (Denise) Centro, Kathryn Spade (Daniel McCullough) and Daniel Centro; grandchildren, John J. Wilson, Jr., Abbey and Morgan Cooley, Adam and Kira Lee Centro, Samantha and Jessica Spade; sister, Janet (Victor) Elston; sister-in-law, Patricia (Herbert) Riley; nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling hours are 2-4 and 7-9 on Weds., April 2, at Willard H. Scott Funeral Home, 12 South Ave., Webster. Funeral services are set for 10 a.m. on Thursday at Presbyterian Church of Williamson, 4057 W. Main St., Williamson. Interment, White Haven Memorial Park, Pittsford. Memorials may be sent to Pines of Peace Comfort Care Home, 2378 Ridge Road, Ontario 14519.

Edwards, Dick - Charles R. 'Dick' Edwards of Palmyra, died Feb. 28, 2008. A memorial service for Dick will be held at 2 p.m. on April 5 at the Western Presbyterian Church of Palmyra. Memorials may be directed to the Palmyra Community Center, 240 Stafford St., Palmyra, or to the Palmyra Fire Co., Inc Oxygen Squad, 615 E. Main St., Palmyra, 14522.

Barber, Arthur - Arthur Barber, Sr., 88, of Williamson died in March. He : Born December 2, 1919 in Tallahassee Florida. The only son of Ardie Mae Drayton and Allen Barber. He married Ethel Peterson in Georgetown, GA on January 20, 1945. They moved to Sanford Florida and later settled in Wayne County where he raised his family. In 1977 he became a Deacon in his church. Arthur was predeceased by sons Kenneth Barber and Timothy Barber. He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife of 63 years, Ethel; and 14 children - Edna Mae Horn of Moultrie, GA, Moses (Pearl) Barber, Arthur (Dorothy) Barber, Jr., Margie Wilson, Mary Barber of Newport News, VA, Linda Turgerson, Gloria Hatchett of Virginia, Bernard Barber, Ardie Barber, Janice Barber of Vero Beach, FL, Ronald (Jackie) Barber, Deborah (Frank) Jackson, Brenda Barber, Phillip Barber; 87 grandchildren; 127 great-grandchildren, seven great-great grandchildren. Visitation will Wednesday, April 2 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at Norton Funeral Home, West Main Street in Sodus. His funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, at Redeem Bethel Church of God in Christ, 4494 Route 104 in Williamson. Interment will be in the Huron Evergreen Cemetery.

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March 31, 2007

Tilburg, Lucile - Lucille Annette Tilburg, 87, of Newark, died March 29th, 2008 at the House of John in Clifton Springs. Lucille was born in Newark, August 10, 1920, daughter of Carlton and Florence Wagner Stewart. She worked for 35 years for Garlock Company in Palmyra, where she was a member of the Old Timers Club. She was a 50 year member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church and The Newark Senior Citizens. She had also lived at Armstrong Living Center. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Ina DeFisher of Newark, nieces, Marilyn Miraglia, Beverly Keukelaar, Elaine Bean, nephews Chris and Larry Tilburg; Larry and Carlton Stewart. She was predeceased in 1995 by her husband Harold, and by brothers Harold Stewart in 2004 and Benson Stewart in 2008. Friends may call Tuesday, April 1 from 2-4 and 6-8 at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court in Newark, where services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. Burial will be in East Newark Cemetery.

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March 29, 2007

VanDeWalle, Donna - Donna M. VanDeWalle, 65, of Lyons, passed died March 26, 2008, at Newark Hospital. Donna was born on Oct. 11, 1942, in Massena, a daughter to Fred H. and Stella Clemmo Beggs. She was employed by Finger Lakes Developmental Disabilities Services Office as a family care provider for over 20 years, and she also did 'respite' care. She was a member of the Lyons United Methodist Church and volunteered at the Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. She is survived by two daughters, Debbie Durgan Ritz (Joe), of Lyons and Deanna Durgan (Rick), of Lyons; three grandchildren, Coty Rooze, Maddesen and Nathan Bornheimer; one sister, Barbara (Joe) Gardner, of Massena; three brothers, Robert (Joan) Beggs, of Florida, Bruce (Diane) Beggs, of Norfolk and Barry (Midge) Beggs, of Norfolk; special niece, Wendy (Phil) Chapman, of Massena; several nieces, nephews and cousins; many special friends, including Bernie Dowd, Gale Cooper, Sandy Allen, Maude Brown, Ron VanDeWalle and Belle Bryant. She was predeceased in 1975 by her first husband, Donald E. Durgan. Calling hours are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Saturday, March 29, at the Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons, where a funeral service will be at noon on Sunday, March 30. In her memory, you may make contributions to the Town of Lyons Ambulance.

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March 28, 2007

Markowski, Richard - Richard M. 'Ski' Markowski, 71, of Savannah died February 28, 2008. He was a Navy Veteran, having served on active duty for more than 25 years. He is survived by brothers Raymond (Virginia) of Savannah, Frank (Laila) of Hadlock, NC, Daniel (Elaine) of Williamson; sister Ceceila Andreno of Inwood, NY; many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass was held at St. Patrick's Church in Savannah. Spring interment with military honors; Colvin-Norton Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Cullinan, Randy - Randy M. Cullinan, 57, of Lyons died March 22, 2008 at Rochester General Hospital. An Elks service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 29, with the memorial service following at the Fellowship of Faith Church, 1939 Stokes Road, in Lock Berlin. Pastor Van Price will officiate. Burial will be in the Rural Cemetery in Lyons. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Fellowship of Faith Church or to the Town of Lyons Ambulance. Randy was born Jan. 7, 1951, in Lyons, the son of Donald and Juanita Newville Cullinan. He is survived by his wife, Jean (Storto) Cullinan; sister; Judy (Harold) Tennant of Ohio; niece, Stephanie (Larry) Wheeler of Ohio; mother-in-law, Marian Storto of Clyde; brother-in-law, Richard Storto of Clyde. He was predeceased in 1990 by his mother, and in 2000 by his father. Arrangements entrusted to McWharf Funeral Home.

Reynolds, Shirley - Shirley M. Reynolds, 65, of Marion died March 3, 2008. She was a home health aide for 22 years. She was predeceased by her parents; brother-in-laws, Orin and Richard; and sister-in-law, Edna. She is survived by her husband, Wesley; son Steven of Oswego; brother, Bill (Ginny) Guinup of Newark; sisters, Betty (Gene) O'Neill of Palmyra, Carolyn (John) Rogers of Macedon, Peggy Soden of Rochester; brother-in-law, Wallace Reynolds of Marion; sisters-in-law, Mildred Reynolds of NC and Norma Reynolds of Sodus: step-sister, Evelyn (John) Speary of Holley; step-brothers, Gary (Sandy) Arnold of NV, Ernest (Carol) Arnold of Spencerport, Dick (Susan) Arnold of Victor and Darwin Arnold; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

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March 27, 2008

Amon, Grace - Grace M. Amon, 91, of Williamson died March 25, 2008. She had been a clerk at Williamson Hardware and the Williamson Five & Dime store. She is survived by her daughters, Jane Datthyn and Minnie Dunning, both of Williamson; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; 16 great-great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Hazel Amon and Sue Graham; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased in 1982 by her husband, Lawrence Amon. Calling hours are this evening, March 27, from 6 to 8, at the Young Funeral Home, 4025 W. Main St., Williamson, where a service will be Friday at 2 p.m. Interment will be in Lake View Cemetery, Pultneyville. Memorials may be sent to Williamson Vol. Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 99 Williamson, or Williamson Fire Company, P.O. Box 129, Williamson 14589.

Martens, Onnalee - Onnalee Joyce Martens, 65, of Newark and Sodus, died March 26, 2008.Onnalee was born the daughter of the late George and Marion Ellis on August 5, 1942 in the family home in Sodus. She worked for Indian Summer as a fruit processor. Onnalee was a 45-year member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Sodus Center Vol. Fire Dept. She is survived by her husband Robert Martens; sons Kenneth (Susan) of Newark and Steven Martens of Sodus; daughters Kristy Bowman of Newark, Tammy (Todd) Priest of Williamson and Shelly (Jeff) VanHall of Newark; 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; sister Karen Harper of Wallington; brother-in-law Donald Martens of Newark; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and lots of friends. Onnalee was predeceased by her son Donald in 1980 and brother-in-law James Harper in 2007. Calling hours are Friday, March 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, 124 W. Miller St., Newark. A service will be held March 29 at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Private burial in Sodus Center Cemetery. Donations may be sent to American Lung Assn., or Newark-Arcadia Vol. Ambulance, 301 Frey St., Newark. www.watermanfuneralhome.com

Reese, Rosanne - Rosanne M. Reese, 64, died March 26, 2008. Calling hours are Friday, March 28, 2-4 and 6-8, at Troiano Funeral Home at 209 West Ave., East Rochester. Services are Saturday at 11 a.m. at Creation Chapel of White Haven Memorial Park, Pittsford. Entombment in White Haven. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, or American Heart Assn. Rosanne was born in Buffalo on Nov. 28, 1943, the daughter of Jacob & Anna Chazen Minger Sr. She is survived by two sons, James (Christine) of Greece, Robert (Marcy) of Columbia, Virginia; daughter; Sara Blankenberg of Wolcott, six grandchildren; two brothers, Jacob (Maryann) Minger Jr. and Bruce (Diane) Minger; niece and nephews, and special friends, Judy Warner and Barb and Ken Harris.

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March 26, 2008

Crosby, Shirley - Shirley Jane Crosby of Phelps died on Easter Sunday, March 23, 2008. Arrangements entrusted to Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main St., Phelps. A celebration of Shirley's life was held at Park Presbyterian Church in Newark. Born in 1936 in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania to Jasper and Gladys Adams, she was the oldest of five children. She was a dedicated teacher in the Phelps-Clifton Springs school district for 30 years. She was a devoted member of Delta Kappa Gamma Teachers Sorority. She was a past president of the Omega Chapter and served as State Parliamentarian. She also belonged to the Finger Lakes Chorale, the Phelps Clifton Springs Community Theater, the Phelps Croquet Club and the Phelps-Clifton Springs Retired Teachers Association. She was a past president of the Phelps Rotary Club and a member of the Newark Rotary Club. She was an advocate for organ donations. She was voted the Phelps/Clifton Springs Business and Professional Women's Club Woman of the Year in 1999. She was active in the United Church of Phelps for many years and was a current member of Park Presbyterian Church. She will be laid to rest next to her husband, Chet, in the Resthaven Cemetery in Phelps. She is predeceased by her parents, Gladys and Jasper; and her sisters, Joan Tuthill, Jean Adams and Elvene Kresge. She is survived by her children, Scott Milsom, Tracy and John Clingerman; her grandchildren, Sean Milsom and Chloe Pieters; her step-grandchildren, Karli and Zackery Clingerman; her step-daughters, Rachel Riccione, Susan, Julie and Vivian Crosby; her uncle, John Adams; her brother, Bill (Ruth) Adams; several nieces and nephews; her close circle of friends who held her in constant light, her loving sisters in Delta Kappa Gamma and her devoted caregivers at the Geneva Dialysis Center and the Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to Finger Lakes Health Dialysis Unit, 196 North St., Geneva, 14456 or Delta Kappa Gamma Omega Chapter, in care of Marguerite Wiegand, 53 Catherine St., Canandaigua, 14424. In lieu of contributions, please sign an organ donor card and/or hug a child and think of her.

Arliss, Linda Ann - Linda Ann Arliss, 59, of Clyde died March 22, 2008 at the DeMay Living Center in Newark, following a lengthy illness. Linda was born Oct. 31, 1948, in Lyons, the daughter of the late Ward and Ethel Bundy Syron. She was a 1966 graduate of Clyde High School and the E.W.V. Business Institute in Newark. She had worked for the Wayne County Cooperative Extension Service, and then at the Savannah National Bank and Bankers Trust in Clyde. Linda is survived by her husband of 40 years, A. Jerry Arliss; one aunt, Evelyn Bundy, of North Rose; and cousins, Ken and Carol. Visitation will be today, March 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Colvin-Norton Funeral Home, 13081 West Church St., in Savannah. Linda's funeral will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 27 at the funeral home, with the Rev. Barbara DeAngelis of the Clyde United Methodist Church officiating. There will be a reception for family and friends at Donselaars in Clyde following Linda's funeral. Memorials will be welcomed at Clyde Ambulance Corps, P.O. Box 145, Clyde 14433.

Siler, Hubert - Hubert A. Siler, 77, of Newark, died March 25, 2008, at the Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. He was born on June 27, 1930 in Newark, the son of John and Anna Vanderbrook. A 1950 graduate of Newark High School, be served with the US Air Force in Misawa, Japan during the Korean Conflict. Hubert was a member of the Newark Elks Lodge 1249, the August Mauer Post 285, American Legion and the Arcadia Memorial Post 2883, VFW. For over 30 years, Hubert worked at the Newark Post Office, where he had been a postal clerk. He retired in 1990. His great wit, humor and generosity will be missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Margaret 'Marge' Siler; sons Mark (Lori) of Canandaigua and Steven (special friend Sara Todd) of Colorado; three granddaughters Lisa and Maria Siler of Rochester and Brandie Tillery of South Dakota, a great-grandson Hunter Tillery, two brothers Francis (Sue) and Richard (Delores) of Newark, several nieces and nephews. Hubert was predeceased by a sister Cora Johnston and a brother John Siler, Jr. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 29 at St. Michael's Church, 325 South Main Street, Newark. Arrangements entrusted to the Paul Murphy and Sons Funeral Home in Newark. Memorials appreciated at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 571, Newark 14513.

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March 25, 2008

Cook, Sue Ann - Sue Ann Cook, 59, of Newark, died March 22, 2008, at the Newark Hospital. She was born September 17, 1948, in Palmyra, daughter of Elba and Margaret Brown Butler. For many years, she was a nurse's aide at St. Elizabeth's Nursing Home in Newark. She had worked at Clifton Springs Hospital and the Newark State School. She is survived by her sister Bonnie (Eugene) Mainville of Palmyra, a sister-in-law Linda Harvey of Rushville, a long time companion William Rodriguez, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Sue Ann was predeceased by two brothers Richard Harvey and Walter Brown, a sister Violet VanDerwerf. Graveside services will be Friday, March 28, at the Palmyra Cemetery. 

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March 24, 2008

Ahroon, Courtney - Courtney Ahroon, 88, of Clifton Springs died March 17, 2008. She was born Mary Courtney Jenkins in Atlanta, Georgia and raised in Savannah. She graduated from the School of Nursing at Mercy Hospital in Baltimore in 1942. She arrived in Clifton Springs in 1946 with her husband, Dr. William A. Ahroon, who joined the staff at Clifton Springs Hospital. While homemaking and raising children, she applied her creative skills to restoring their house on Teft Avenue (which was previously home to the VFW) to its original 1850's period. She was an avid golfer. After her divorce, she resumed her career as a registered nurse. Prior to her retirement, she was a nurse at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Canandaigua and at the Wayne County Nursing Home. By 1975, she had moved to Newark. She had a weekend retreat overlooking Keuka Lake. She returned to Clifton Springs in 2001. She is survived by her children: Jeanne Rogers, in San Bernadino, CA, William Ahroon Jr., of Enterprise, AL, Jo Tetherow, of Irondequoit, and Mary Ann Ahroon, of Woodstock; nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Sholly, Frank - Frank J. Sholly, 83, of Lyons died March 21, 2008, surrounded by family. Frank was born Oct. 24, 1924, in Los Angeles (Pomona), California, to Frank J. and Elma B. Dietz Sholly. He was a veteran of the Army during World War II, serving under George Patton's 3rd Cavalry. He was a member of the Lyons VFW Post 5092, Lyons American Legion, and the Oasis Seniors. He is survived by his wife, Jean (Metz) Sholly; children, James (Valerie) Sholly of Penn Yan, Deborah (Cimineri) Sholly of MA and Keith (Kim) Sholly, of Lyons; 13 and 12 great-grandchildren; sister Mavis (Harold) Stevens of Michigan. He was predeceased by his brother, Robert Sholly. A memorial service will be held at noon tomorrow, March 25, at St. John's Lutheran Church, Spencer St., in Lyons, with the Rev. Jack Bailey officiating. Burial will be in South Lyons Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. John's Lutheran Church or Lifetime Hospice.

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Passalacqua, Anthony J. (Tony) - Anthony J. (Tony) Passalacqua, 79, of Newark/Waterloo died on Saturday, March 22, 2008 with his loving family at his side at the Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Family and friends may call Monday, March 24th from 5 - 8 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark.  Father Mark Brewer will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM on Tuesday, March 25 at St. Michael’s Church, South Main Street, Newark.  Burial will be in St. Columkill Cemetery in Seneca Falls. Memorials in his name may be made to St. Michael’s Church, 401 South Main Street, Newark, New York 14513. Mr. Passalacqua was born on June 10, 1928, in Geneva the son of Francis and Imaculata (Mary) Passalacqua.  He retired from New York State Electric and Gas after 38 years.  Friends may also remember him from his time working at the Town Pump.  Tony was strong in his faith and enjoyed volunteering much of his time to the churches in his communities.  He shared his gift of gardening with friends and family.  Tony was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be sadly missed by all. Anthony is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Sinicropi Passalacqua, son Francis (Kathleen) of Longview, TX, daughters Ann Marie (Steven) VandeMortel and Toni Marie (Chris) Avery of Newark, grandsons Alex and Nolan Avery of Newark, Santino Passalacqua of Dallas, TX and Michael (Jessica) Passalacqua of Hawaii, granddaughters Nicole (Erik) Myles, Regina (Chris) Deslatte and Christina (Craig) Little of Longview, TX, five great grandchildren, sisters Mamie Ferrara of Yonkers, Violet (Anthony) Piscitelli of Seneca Falls, Rose Rollo and Celia Bonetti of Geneva, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by is sisters Mary Leone, of Seneca Falls, Ellen Antinelli of Geneva and a brother John Farula of Seneca Falls. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

March 20, 2008

Gilardo, Phil - Philip S. Gilardo, 75, of Newark, died March 19, 2008 at his home. He was born February 16,1933, in West New York, New Jersey, the son of Michael and Josephine Palladino Gilardo. He was a distributor for Rochester Pepsi for over 40 years. He then acted as a distributor for Sprite and was also a sales representative for Sams Club. He was a communicant of St. Michael's Church, a member of the Newark Elks and had been a member Newark Council Knights of Columbus. Phil served with the U.S. Air Force from 1951 to 1955. He is survived by is survived by his wife, Mary DiSanto Gilardo; daughter Chrisanne (Tim) Beardslee of Conesus; sister Gloria (Edward) Teshkoyan of West Caldwell, NJ; several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Saturday, March 22 from 6-8 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by his nephew Father John Colacino at 10 a.m. Monday, March 24 at St. Michael's Church, South Main Street. Burial will be in East Newark Cemetery. Memorials in may be made to St. Michael's Church, 401 South Main Street, Newark 14513.

David, Bill - William N. David, 68, died March 19, 2008. Bill was born Oct. 21, 1939 in Batavia, son of Nelson and Ida Morgan David. He was a detail man for many years, working on his own. He is survived by three sons - Bill of Rochester, Darryl (Cheryl) of Newark, James (Laura) of Florida; a daughter, Edith (Albert) Webber, of Lyons; brother Patrick, of Wolcott; sister, Julia David of Savannah; ex-wife, Eleanor David of Newark; step-mother, Nona David of Ontario; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased in 2003 by his daughter, Eleanor Guthrie and his brother Gordon David. Calling hours are Monday, March 24, from 4-7 p.m., at Boeheim Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons, with services to follow at 7 p.m. with Rev. Roger Bertrall officiating. Burial will be in Fairville Cemetery. Memorials appreciated at Lifetime Care, 11120 S. Main St., Newark.

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March 19, 2008

Follette, Fred - Frederick Wallace Follette, 79, of Phelps died March 16, 2008, peacefully at his home. He was born Jan. 1, 1929, in Newark, the son of the late Wallace and Harriet Hickey Follette. He was a master sergeant in the Air Force until 1957; he then became a letter carrier for the Postal Service in Newark. After his retirement he loved to paint homes and assemble all kinds of puzzles and model airplanes. Frederick also enjoyed traveling to Florida. Frederick is survived by his beloved wife, Eleanor Shepherd Follette, whom he was able to share over 50 wonderful years with. They have one son, Frederick W. Follette Jr., who lives in Penfield with his wife, Lauri, and their three children, Jessica, Shaynee and Jacques. Fred also has six siblings: three brothers, Harold (Lois) Follette, Robert Follette and Roger (Ruth) Follette; three sisters, Marian (John) Regan, Lucille Baker and Barbara Masclay; and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, March 20, at the Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main St., Phelps. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, at the funeral home, with the Rev. Maxwell Bishop officiating. Interment will be in the Rose Cemetery. Donations appreciated at the Alzheimer's Association, 435 E. Henrietta Road Rochester, 14620.

Tunley, Eleanor - Eleanor D. Tunley of Sodus entered into rest on March 17, 2008 in her 90th year at Blossom View Nursing Home. Formerly of Tunley Rd., Sodus. She was predeceased by her husband, Sherman Tunley. She is survived by her sister, Alice Fremouw of Lyons; brother-in- law and sister-in-law, George and Gert Tunley of Sodus; nieces and nephews. Arrangements entrusted to the Young Funeral Home, Williamson.

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March 18, 2007

Brand, Natalie - Natalie Gibby Brand, 94, died Friday, February 22, 2008, in Clifton Springs. Friends are invited to a celebration of her life at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, at Clifton Springs Hospital Chapel. Friends may contribute to the National Breast Cancer Foundation in her memory. Natalie was born Feb. 19, 1914, in Wilkes-Barre, PA, and was a graduate of Vassar and the University of Pennsylvania. She was a bacteriologist at Grasslands, Mount Cisco and Clifton Spring hospitals. She was an enthusiastic amateur ornithologist, conservationist and golfer. She was a longtime member of the Clifton Springs Hospital Women's Auxiliary, Tourist Club and Library. She is survived by her son, Robert G. Brand; daughter-in-law, Linda Ade Brand; and granddaughter, Julia. She was predeceased by her husband, Dr. R. Willard Brand, in 1989. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Patrick Funeral Home, Clifton Springs.

Schaeffer, Art - Arthur L. Schaeffer, 79, residing in Oswego, died March 14, 2008. Art was born March 22, 1928, in Buffalo, to Lawrence and Charlotte Horton Schaeffer. He retired from Rochester Gas & electric after 40 years of employment. He is survived by Marilyn, his wife of 61 years; son Lynn Schaeffer of California; daughter Susan (Howard) Olinsky of Oswego; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a brother, Lawrence (Julene) Schaeffer of Arizona. A memorial service will announced. Contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation or to the Grace Episcopal Church, 7 Phelps St., Lyons 14489. Arrangements were made by Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home in Lyons.

Fling, Margaret - Margaret 'Marge' Fling, 95, of Phelps died March 12, 2008 at her home. Marge was born May 28, 1912, in Sharon Hill, PA, daughter of Frank and Gertrude Muldoon Barthmaier. She had retired from the Phelps Post Office. She was a member of St. Francis Church and was active in the Rosary and Altar Society and the Phelps Community Food Cupboard. She was also active in CROP Walks, was a member of the Phelps Service Club and Phelps Board of Education. Mrs. Fling enjoyed playing bridge and pinochle. She was a world traveler and was a member of the All American Field Hockey Team. She is survived by two sons, Daniel A. Jr. (Donna) Fling of Geneva, and Gerald (Betsy) Fling of Rochester; daughters Margaret (Bob) Lash of Phelps, Kathryn Fling of California, Patricia E. (Wells) Bliven of Phelps; daughter-in-law, Geri Fling of Hamlin; brother, Jack (Jeanette) Barthmaier; sister-in-law, Patricia Barthmaier; 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Daniel Fling, her son George Fling, her brother, Joe Barthmaier. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main Street, Phelps. A memorial mass was held at St. Francis Church in Phelps, officiated by the Rev. Edward Dillon. She will be buried in St. Patrick's Cemetery, in Binghamton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Phelps Community Food Cupboard, 68 Main Street, Phelps 14532.

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March 17, 2007

Berry, Diane - Diane Berry, 78, of Newark died March 14, 2008 at her home with her family by her side. At the request of Mrs. Berry, all services will be private. Mrs. Berry will be remembered by her husband Dr. Nicholas Berry; sons Lyman K. Stuart III of Maine and Colin Stuart of Illinois; daughters Kristen Stuart of Ohio and Laurie Stuart of Massachusetts; step-sons John Berry of Syracuse, Tom Berry of Kentucky, Robert Berry of England; step-daughters Barbara Mower of Michigan and Nancy Berry of Newark; 14 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; brother Louis Cloutier III of Massachusetts. Arrangements entrusted to the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., Newark.

Gallo, John - John Gallo, Jr., 71 of Wolcott died March 15, 2008. He is survived by his wife Joyce: son John Phillip (JoAnne) Gallo; daughters Christine Gallo and Joanna Gallo; daughter-in-law Wendy Gallo; grandchildren Sophia Rose, Sydney Lee, Johnathon Joseph and Ethan James; brother Joseph Gallo and sister-in-law Rosemary Gallo; many nieces, nephews and friends. John was predeceased by sons Michael Allen Gallo and Jimmy Gallo, granddaughter Samantha Marie, his parents John and Anna Gallo, brother Salvatore 'Sam' Gallo and sister-in law Rose Marie Gallo. Calling hours are Tuesday, March 18 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at Colvin-Robertson-Norton Funeral Home, 5925 New Hartford Street in Wolcott. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 1 p.m. on March 19 at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Wolcott. Interment with Military Honors will be at the Huron Evergreen Cemetery.

Duncan, Dorothy - Dorothy Scott Duncan, 85, died March 6, 2008 in Ft. Myers, Florida. She was born in Dundee, Scotland. She lived in Brooklyn and Newark (NY), before moving to Clearwater in 1964. She met her husband, Bruce Graham Duncan, at a dance held for Marines departing for service in WWII. They had five children. Dorothy worked for Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. She enjoyed traveling, spending time in Montana with friends, and visiting family members around the state and country. She was predeceased by her husband Bruce, brother, Alexander, son, Robert and granddaughter, Merrick. She is survived by sister, Betty Media, of Poughkeepsie, daughter, Alyce Duncan of Newark, son, Bruce Graham Duncan, of Welling; daughter, Wendy Short of Ft. Myers; son, Charles Stuart of Cary, NC; daughter-in-law, Cathy Duncan of Clearwater. She is survived by several grandchildren. Arrangements entrusted to Moss Feaster Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

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DeRue, Necia Margaret (Seager) - Necia DeRue of Sodus: Passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2008, age 84.  Family and friends will meet on Saturday, March 22 at 10 a.m., at the First Baptist Church of Macedon, 58 Main Street, Macedon. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. followed by a luncheon at the church. Spring interment will be at the Baptist Rural Cemetery in Sodus Center. Necia was predeceased by her husband Samuel DeRue. She is survived by her children Paul and Barbara (Fletcher) DeRue of Marion, Linda and Peter Low of Naples, Michael and Elaine (Ort) DeRue of Rochester, Gail and John VanDusen of Newark, Thomas and Kay (Kemp) DeRue of Palmyra, Douglas and Sue (Kemp) DeRue of Palmyra, Daniel and Barbara (Zeger) DeRue of Palmyra, Reginald and Dawn (Tompkins) DeRue of Seneca Falls, Ronald and Elizabeth (Wiemann) DeRue of Newark, Andrew and Robin (Austin) DeRue of Williamson and Jeffrey and Debra (Austin) DeRue of Williamson; 24 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, Necia’s family requests that donations in her memory be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association, 435 E Henrietta Rd, Rochester, NY 14620. Arrangements by Norton Funeral Home. www.hsnorton.com

Rivera, Jose – Jose Rivera, 68, of Broad St., Lyons, died Thursday, March 13, 2008 at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester. Jose was born in Puerto Rico, February 2, 1940. He worked at area canning companies as a farm laborer. He had lived in Lyons and Newark for many years. Friends may call on Monday, March 17, from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court, Newark, where services will be held at 2 p.m. with Sister Kay presiding. Burial in East Newark Cemetery. Jose is survived by two sisters, close friends Daniel Urquiza and family of Newark, and many other friends.

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March 14, 2008

Chrysler, Amy - Amy Chrysler, 29, of Clifton Springs died March 12, 2008 at Clifton Springs Hospital. She is survived by her daughter, Emma; parents, Rich and Dawn Chrysler; sisters, Alisha (Donny) Batterson and Jillian Chrysler; grandmother, Joan Chrysler; niece Leah Batterson; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was predeceased by her daughter, Megan, grandfather, Frederick Chrysler and grandparents, Harold and Barbara Plouffe. Calling hours are Friday, March 14 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Halsted-Patrick Funeral Home, 19 North Main St., Manchester. A funeral mass will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, March 15 at St. Dominic Church in Shortsville.

Crittenden, Barb - Barbara Ann Crittenden, 71, of Macedon and Lyons, died March 11, 2008. She is survived by her sons, Mark (Teresa) Crittenden and David Crittenden; granddaughter, Sean Crittenden and grandson, Jared Crittenden. Friends may call on Saturday, March 15 from 3-5 p.m. at McGuire/Hargrave & Murphy Funeral Home, 123 East Jackson Street, Palmyra. Service and interment will be private. Memorials may be directed to the Multiple Sclerosis Resources of Central New York, P.O. Box 237, East Syracuse 13057.

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March 13, 2008

Krause, Vivian - Vivian E. Krause, 85, of Newark died March 11, 2008. Vivian was born September 4, 1922 in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, daughter of Fred and Evelyn Klatt Keip. After high school Vivian served her country during WWII. Stationed at the U.S. Naval Air Station in Corpus Christi, Texas, she served as and Aviation Machinist's Mate second class. Vivian married Walter Krause and dedicated herself to raising her five children. She was a member at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Newark. She is survived by two sons: Michael 'Mick' (Linda) of Fairport, Jim (Becky) of Fairport; three daughters: Karen (Jeff) Fanning of Geneva, Janet Krause of Brighton, and Terra (Matt) Heigl of Henrietta, 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; one brother, Fred 'Fritz' (Marge) Keip of Grants Pass, Oregon, two sisters Elaine Belonger and Jean Kimmes both of Two Rivers, Wisconsin, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased in 1990 by her husband Walter. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com. Calling hours are Saturday, March 15 from 12 to 1:30 p.m. at the Redeemer Lutheran Church, 102 Hope Ave., Newark, followed by a memorial service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Redeemer Lutheran Church, 102 Hope Ave., Newark 14513.

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March 12, 2008

DeVall, Don - Donald L. DeVall, 61, of Clifton Springs died March 10, 2008 after a battle with cancer. Don was born March 17, 1946 in Newark, a son to Donald W. and Gladys M. Vollersten DeVall. He was a veteran of the Navy during the Vietnam Conflict and was a member of the American Legion Post 286. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, collecting trucks, and was the owner of DeVall Drywall Scrapping. He was predeceased by his parents; he is survived by a son, Shawn (Kandace) DeVall; daughters, Shannon (William) Dake and Lori Harrington; six grandchildren, and long-time friend, Sally Field. Friends and family may call Wednesday, March 12 from noon to 2 at the Famsworth-Keysor Funeral Home, 5025 Main St., North Rose, where a funeral service will follow calling hours. Burial will be in the Rose Cemetery with military honors.

Sherwood, Genevieve - Genevieve Sherwood, 78, died unexpectedly at Newark Hospital. Genevieve was born July 13, 1929 in Steuben County, the daughter of the late Daniel and Florence Foster Sherwood. Genevieve enjoyed many things including taking pictures, arts and crafts, crocheting and knitting the best, socializing with family and friends. She especially love the family dog, Buster, and campfires at the Family Care  Home. She will be remembered by her sister Pauline Brown of North Carolina and many staff and friends at the Finger Lakes DDSO. A service is planned for Thursday (March 13) at 2 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. Private burial will be in East Newark Cemetery.

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March 11, 2008

Lake, Richard - Richard H. Lake, 81, of Grist Mill Dr., Lyons, died March 7, 2008, at the House of John in Clifton Springs. Dick was born Sept. 24, 1926, in Clifton Springs, a son to W. Francis and Zelma Hildreth Lake. He was a veteran of the Army during World War II and was a member of the Lyons VFW Post 5092. He was a 68 year member of the Lyons United Methodist Church, and over 50 year member of the Eureka Grange and held many offices within the organization. Surviving are his wife, Ruth; three sons, Gerald (Chris) Lake of Iowa, Larry (Jeanette) Lake of Lyons, and Rodney (Lynnette) Lake of Marion; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased in 1993 by his first wife, Grace, and in 2006 by his brother Glenn Lake. Calling hours are today, March 11 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 at Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons, where a funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 12. Burial with military honors will be conducted in the South Lyons Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lyons Ambulance Corps, Lyons United Methodist Church or to the House of John, Clifton Springs.

Sill, William - William L. Sill, of Sodus Point and Geneva died in Pittsburgh, PA on March 6, 2008. William is survived by his wife Susan Berman-Sill; his father and mother Stewart and Dawn Sill; sister and brother-in-law Charlene and Stan Fleszar; nephews Mark and Daniel Fleszar; father-in-law Kurt Berman; sister-in-law Elizabeth Berman; aunts Elsie (Richard) Visser, Kaye (Gordon) Hershberger, and uncle Steven (Sharon) Sill. He was an internationally known sailor, boat builder, craftsman and innovator. The winner of three national yachting championships, he loved life, his family and working in his shop on his boats. A Memorial Service will be held on March 13 at 11 a.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church, 54 West Main Street in Sodus. In lieu of flowers, contributions should be directed to the Sodus Bay Historical Society, or to the Thomas Starzl Transplantation Institute, University of Pittsburgh at www.upmc.com/supporting. Arrangements made by the Norton Funeral Home.

Burgess, Betty - Margaret 'Betty' Burgess, 84, of Newark died March 9, 2008. She was born April 14, 1923 in Geneva, daughter of Linus and Katharine Mahan Heffron. Betty graduated from Geneva High School and worked as a secretary for Sterns Nursery. After marrying John Burgess she dedicated herself to being a homemaker. She worked at Sibleys in Newark until 1978. A communicant of St. Michael's Church she had been a member of the Rosary Altar Society and a current member of the Red Hat Society. She is survived by five sons, John of Albany, Robert (Rebecca) of Oswego, Thomas (Karen) of Newark, David of Newark, and Edward (Maura) Burgess of Pittsburgh, PA, and a daughter Patricia (John) Guest of Newark, 11 grandchildren Jake Burgess, Nate Burgess, Scott Guest, Colleen Bailey, Lindsay Burgess, Brittany Burgess, Margaret Burgess, Riley Burgess, Madeline Burgess, Kelly Burgess, Bailey Burgess, 4 great-grandchildren Skylar, Owen, and Kyra Guest, and Jenna Garcia, two brothers Linus (Mary) Heffron of Phelps and James (Ann) Heffron of Clifton Springs, a sister Katharine Bunce of Clifton Springs, two special friends Teresa Lagana and Josephine Truini. She was predeceased by her husband John in 2001, and three brothers William, Gerald, and Edward Heffron. Calling hours are Wednesday, March 12 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Mark Brewer at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 13 at St. Michaels Church, 325 South Main Street, Newark. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to St. Michael's Church, 325 South Main Street, Newark.

Murrell, Ted - Ted C. Murrell, 54, died March 9, 2008. He was born December 18, 1953. He was predeceased by his father Alexander in 1980 and a sister, Peggy Walker in 2007. He is survived by his mother, Betty Walker of Walworth; three sons, Sean (Michelle) Murrell of Jacksonville, FL, Adam Murrell of Victor, and Robert (Jennifer) Murrell of Newark, and four grandchildren; two brothers, Gary (Judy) Murrell of Ontario, and Glenn (Sue) Murrell of Irondequoit; a sister, Jean (Richard) Johnson of Walworth. Calling hours are Thursday, March 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. Funeral services will be Friday, March 14, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Jim Knarr officiating. Burial will be in Walworth Cemetery. 

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March 10, 2007

Jackson, Tim - Timothy J. Jackson, 45, of Sodus died March 4, 2008 in Georgia, unexpectedly, following an illness. Tim is survived by his wife Ayahna; children Alexandria, John Eric, DeAntrez, Imani and Zaniah; his mother Katherine Jackson; brothers and sisters Clarence, Earl, Carrie (Bernice), Lee (Wendy), Addison Ed (Denise) Gloria, Albert (Raelynn), Billy (Deserae), Laurie (Will), Angela, Jackie, Sherri, Trent and Devin Williams, Robert Harris; nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles and friends. A 1981 graduate of Sodus Central School, Tim was a U.S. Army veteran where he had served as a military police officer. His military citations include the Army Service Ribbon, Army Achievement Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal and Army Commendation Medal. He was a Police Officer in Georgia, employed by the Butts County Sheriff's Office. Tim previously worked for the Jackson, Georgia and Sodus, New York Police Departments. Visitation will be Friday March 14 from 2-4 & 7-9 at the Norton Funeral Home, 45 West Main Street, Sodus. His funeral will be on March 15 at 1 p.m. at Sodus United Third Methodist Church. Interment with Military and Police Honors will be at the Huron Evergreen Cemetery.

Fitch, Jim - James Fitch, 63, of Lyons, died March 5, 2008 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. He is survived by his wife Dora; siblings Howard Prince, Wayne Prince, Gene Edward (Judy) Prince, David Prince, Myrtle Prince and Elsie Prince; in-laws Bill (Jerry) Sergeant, John (Dot) Sergeant, Patty Schuldt, Keith Sergeant; mother-in-law Virginia Sergeant. He was predeceased by brother Oman Fitch and sister Lou Edna Fitch (Clack). Visitation and funeral service were held at Norton Funeral Home in Sodus. Spring interment will be at the Sodus Rural Cemetery.

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March 7, 2008

Clark, Lewis - Lewis 'Lewie' G. Clark, 87, of Lyons died March 5, 2008. He was born November 8, 1920, in Tyre, to James and Leah Clark. He attended Waterloo school sand graduated from Phelps High School in 1940. In January 1943, Lewis joined the Air Force. He married Hazel L. Derr from Waterloo in April 1943. He attended many technical schools across the U.S. and in April 1944, he was stationed in England. Based in England, France and Belgium he flew 52 missions and received the Air Medal and Distinguished Flying Cross. He returned to Waterloo on July 4, 1945 and worked at the Seneca Falls Machine Company (Goulds Pumps). In 1986, he retired from the Xerox, Corporation. Lewis was a life member of the Waterloo VFW Post 6433 and the Sportsman Club of Waterloo. He was a member of the Waterloo Fire Dept. and the Buckskin & Bowman Club of Waterloo. He is survived by Hazel, his wife of 64 years; son, Richard L.; and daughter, Susan M.; along with six grandchildren, Richard (Sue) of Webster, Michael of Sodus, Teresa (Steve) Gregg of Red Creek, Catherine (Steve) Gajan of Newark,. Elisabeth (Dan) Robenolt of Sodus, Kristena Kujawski of Palmyra; and 10 great-grandchildren; as well as a brother, Rosco Clark; and sisters, Daisy Ross and Charlotte Alexander. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Town of Lyons Ambulance Service. Arrangements are being handled by the Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, Lyons.

Paliotti, Lena - Lena Paliotti, 85, of Lyons, died March 4, 2008. Lena was born Oct. 20, 1922, to Peter and Elizabeth Rago Mastracci. She was widowed by Salvatore Paliotti in 1972. Lena worked at Lyons Central School in the Food Service Department and at the Monroe Abstract as a proofreader for many years. She was a member of St. Michaels Women's Club. Lena enjoyed line dancing with her group, the Senior Steppers. She is survived by daughters, Beverly Gray of Canandaigua, Sandra (Paul) Cassetta of Lyons, Linda (Ron) Courtney of Victor and Laurie (Richard) Sulanowski of Gananda; sisters, Della Paliotti, Virginia DeVito, Rose Errico; sisters-in-law, Jeanette Bramante, Teresa Mastracci and Josephine Brusso, grandchildren, Cathy (Jeff) Caster, Christine (Joe) Acquista, Ron (Tammy) Courtney, Scott (Renee) Courtney, Samantha Sulanowski, Terri Anderson, Don (Barb) Gray; and great-grandchildren, Alexandra and Gabrielle Courtney, Jenna, Kyle and Nicholas Caster, Natalie and Cody Acquista, Brady Courtney, Tyler and Bradley Gray; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today, March 7 at the Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 8 at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Lyons. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Michaels Catholic Church in Lyons or to Golisano Children's Hospital Fund at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Arrangements by Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, Lyons.

Minier, Shirley - Shirley J. Minier, 77, of North Rose died March 4, 2008. Shirley is survived by son and daughter Lawrence (Melva) Minier and Dona (Jim) Visko; grandsons Robert (Michelle) Minier and Donald Garrett. She was predeceased by her husband Lawrence Robert Minier Sr. on January 1, 2002. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, March 10 at 2 p.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, Oswego Street in Wolcott. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association, 435 East Henrietta Rd., Rochester 14620. Interment will be at the Huron Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements by Colvin-Robertson-Norton Funeral Home in Wolcott.

Newport, Nina - Nina E. Newport, 71, of Wolcott died March 5, 2008 at Rochester General Hospital. She was born in Pennsylvania on April 25, 1936 to Harry and Sara Huntsinger Aunkst. Nina is survived by her children: Sara Hujik of Utah, Marget Frank of Wolcott, Robin Creller of Alabama, Harry Thomas of Wolcott, Teena Cobb of Wolcott, Melody Aumick of Wolcott; sister Elizabeth Webster of Pennsylvania; 27 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. A private memorial service will be held. Arrangements entrusted to Colvin-Robertson-Norton Funeral Home in Wolcott.

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March 6, 2008

Rayfield, Bob - Robert H. Rayfield, Jr., 66, of Jamesville, died March 3, 2008 at Crouse-Irving Memorial Hospital in Syracuse. Bob was born in Newark, son of Robert and Evelyn Parker Rayfield. His family established Parker-Rayfield Funeral Home, now Paul Murphy Funeral Home on East Miller St. He graduated from Newark High School, Class of 1959, and later from Syracuse University. His passion for graphic design was evident in the continued work he did on projects and newsletters for organizations he belonged to. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy transferring to the Marine Corps Bravo Company. He is survived by his wife, Jeannie (McAleer) Rayfield; sons, Robert E. (Maribeth) of Marcellus, Jeffrey M. of Rochester, Claude 'Pepper' (Suzy Purcell) of Albany; daughters, Tammra (Gil) Russell of Tennessee, Kimberly Cook of Massachusetts; 3 grandsons; a brother, W. Parker of North Carolina; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

Bond, Dick - Richard N. 'Dick' Bond, 89, of Alton died March 5, 2008. He is survived by sons Richard Rick (Holley) Bond of Alton and Randy (Carol) Bond of Webster; grandchildren Amie, Austin, Stacy and Kurt; several nieces and nephews; feline friends Squash, Pumpkin and Tiger. He was predeceased by his wife Winona and by son Robin. He was a World War II Veteran, having served as a 1st Lieutenant with the Army Air Corps, 466th Bomber Group in the European Theater, where he was a Navigator on a B-24 Liberator. He was awarded the Silver Star, Air Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters, Purple Heart with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, European-African Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon and the American Theater Campaign Ribbon. Following World War II, Dick returned to the Alton area where he was a self employed carpenter, an avid outdoorsman, 63 year member of American Legion Post #881, and was the longest serving member of the Alton Fire Department. Visitation will be Saturday (March 8) from 1-4 p.m. at Norton Funeral Home, 45 West Main Street in Sodus, with Richards Funeral Service immediately following. Spring interment with military honors will be at the Rose Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the Alton Fire Department Rescue Boat Fund, the Alton United Methodist Church, or Prostate Cancer Foundation, 1250 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401.

Finch, Billy - Roy 'Billy' Finch, 58, of Clyde died unexpectedly on Thursday (Feb. 28, 2008) at Geneva General Hospital. Billy was born July 6, 1949, in Lyons, the son of the late Raymond 'Bud' and Margaret McFarland Finch. He was a lifetime resident of Clyde and enjoyed spending time at his camp on the river, hunting and fishing with his friends. He loved riding his motorcycle. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Rotach Finch, of Clyde; his daughters, Michelle (Richard) Eighmey, of Seneca Falls, Pam (John) Wilber, of Caledonia, Jill (Tom Fisher) Finch, of Clyde, Jan Finch, of Clyde, Tania (Dana Campbell), of Clyde, Carla (Sean) Rattray, of Clyde; his son, William Finch, of Clyde; 15 grandchildren; his brother, Roger 'David' (Elizabeth) Finch; his sisters, Cheryl Malone, of Naples, Fla., and Suzanne (Chris DeNucci) Finch of Seneca Falls, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Arrangements entrusted to the Baris Funeral Home, 87 W. Genesee St., Clyde. Interment is in Maple Grove Cemetery; memorials welcomed at Maple Grove Cemetery, c/o Harold A. Mead, Route 414 S., Clyde 14433.

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March 4, 2008

Beale, Jim - James Martin 'Jim' Beale, 85, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2008. He was born February 13, 1923 in Rochester, son of Arthur William and Carolyn Martin Beale. After he graduated from the Peddie School in 1942, he attended Colgate University before entering the service during World War II where he served in the Pacific Theater as a Navigator on B-24s. After the war Jim, returned to Colgate University, and married Margaret Stuart on June 28, 1947. He joined the C.H. Stuart Co. and was promoted to executive positions, and eventually served on the C.H. Stuart Board of Directors. Always active in the community, Mr. Beale joined the Newark Rotary Club and was a member for over 50 years. He served on the Vestry of St. Mark's Church in Newark, and was a board member for the Wayne County Historical Society and President of Wayne County United Way. He served on the Board of Trustees at Keuka College, and was Chairman of the C.H. Stuart Foundation. He cherished his family and time spent at the summer home on Sodus Bay. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Margaret Stuart Beale, children Sarah (Hal) Gaffin, James M. Beale Jr., Harriet (John) Bonin, and Elizabeth Beale; grandchildren Jennifer Murray, George Yancey, Tom and Kate Beale, Julia, Caroline and William Bonin, and five great-grandchildren; two sisters Martha (Donald) Clark, Barbara (Jim) Brayer, and a brother Robert (Joanne) Beale. He was predeceased by his brother Arthur William Beale Jr. Funeral services are set for 11 a.m. on Friday, March 7 at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 400 South Main Street in Newark, with the Rev. Carmen Seufert officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Mark's Church, or ViaHealth of Wayne Foundation, P.O. Box 571, Newark 14513. 

Van Steinburg, Mertie - Mertie Van Steinburg, 90, of Sodus Point died February 17, 2008 at the Blossom View Nursing Home in Sodus. Mertie was predeceased in 1963 by her husband Louis E. Van Steinburg. She is survived by sons Robert (Robin) Scoville of Sodus, and Ronald (Edna) Scoville of New Kent, Virginia; sisters Jum (Ken) Cote of Florida and Margaret Critchfield of Fair Haven; 11 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Arrangements entrusted to Norton Funeral Home, 45 West Main Street in Sodus. Spring interment will be at the Sodus Rural Cemetery.

Lindsay, Rose Marie - Rose Marie Lindsay, 58, of North Centenary Road, Sodus, died at her home on March 1, 2008. Mrs. Lindsay was a long-time employee of Dynalec Corp. in Sodus. She is survived by her husband William; four children, Tina Lindsay, Kevin Lindsay, Chad Lindsay and Kim Romig; 10 grandchildren; 2 sisters: Donna Laird and Gloria Rogers; and 1 brother, Harold Rogers. Funeral services were held at the Norton Funeral Home in Sodus; interment will be in Sodus Rural Cemetery.

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March 3, 2008

Drake, Jane - Jane H. Drake, 94, of died Feb. 29, 2008 at the Clifton Springs Hospital. A memorial service is planned for 4 p.m. today, March 3 at the Clifton Springs United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Lynn Spence officiating. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Jane was born March 16, 1913, in Frostburg, Maryland, the only child of Herman and Louise Cather Hesse. Her father was a mining engineer employed by Consolidated Coal Co. She graduated from Stevens High, Lancaster, PA. She enrolled at West Virginia University, majoring in physical education. In her freshman year she was inducted into the dance club Orchesis. She graduated in 1935. Mrs. Drake went on to teach at Allegheny High from 1935-39. She began her master's degree in 1937 at New York University. She taught at Potomac State College in Keyser, WV, from 1939 to 1943 and also taught at Montclair State College in New Jersey. In June of 1941 she married her husband, Bernard Richard Drake. She was involved with the Girl Scouts of America, League of Women Voters and several YWCA programs. She lived with her daughter for 18 months prior to entering the Clifton Springs Nursing Home. Mrs. Drake is survived by her husband, Bernard R. Drake, of Newark; her daughter, Allison D. (Thomas) Paul, of Newark; grandson, Brett D. Beynon, of Newark. Memorials may be sent to the National Dance Institute Star Child Program, 594 Broadway, Room 805, NYC 10012. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main St., Phelps.

Lippert, Jane - Jane Elizabeth Lippert, 84, of Sterling Heights, Michigan died February 27, 2008 at Mt. Clemens Regional Medical Center. Jane was born November 14, 1923 in South Butler, to Carl and Harriet (Weaver) Eakins. On May 1, 1945, Jane married Ernest Lippert. Surviving are her husband, Ernest; daughters Nancy (Evan) Scarbnick of Grand Rapids and Susan (Mike) Kirchner of Armada; son Bruce (Anne) Lippert of Ray Township; grandchildren Kevan (Robyn) Scarbnick, Kori (Aaron) DeHaan, Kyle (Sara) Scarbnick, Ali Lippert and Bret Kirchner; four great-grandchildren; sister Marie Lippert of Clyde, New York and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial tributes may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 20300 Civic Center Drive, Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48076, Leader Dogs for the Blind, PO Box 5000, Rochester, MI 48308 or the American Heart Association.

DeBaere, Mildred - Mildred L. DeBaere, 87, of Phelps, died Feb. 24, 2008 at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Mrs. DeBaere was born on May 10, 1920, in Ontario Canada, the daughter of the late Frank and Mary Arney Gurnsey. Mrs. DeBaere loved music and was a member of the Fayette Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She is survived by her daughter, Karen (Thomas) Flood, of Phelps; grandchildren, Christopher Flood, of Fairport, Stacy (Cal) Nield, of Wyoming, Danielle (Jared) Jung, of Idaho, Justin Flood, of Phelps and Joshua Flood, attending State University at Buffalo; great grandchildren, Rachel, Landon and Payson Nield, Kayden and Mathias Jung; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, Kirk DeBaere, who died in 1978. Friends may call from 10 to noon on Saturday, March 8 at the Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main St., Phelps. Funeral services will follow at noon with the Rev. Kevin Watkins of the Canandaigua Ward, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, officiating. Burial will be private in St. Francis Cemetery, in Phelps. Memorials appreciated at Finger Lakes Community Cancer, 6 Coulter Rd., Clifton Springs 14432.

McCool, Janet - Janet B. McCool, 56, of Savannah, died unexpectedly Feb. 28, 2008. Calling hours are 5 to 7 p.m. on March 4, 2009 at the Savannah Family of God Church, with funeral services immediately following. Interment will be in Port Byron. She was a former employee of Sylvania in Seneca Falls and of Garlock's in Palmyra. She enjoyed spending time with family, gardening, country music, camping and four-wheeling. She is survived by her husband, Ronald; two daughters, Kimberly (Timothy) Wolverton, of Romulus and Melissa (Jason) Smith, of Wolcott; two grandchildren, Ethan and Liam Wolverton; three sisters, Carol Taylor of Savannah, Lucille (Melvin) Stickles of Clyde and Nancy (Charles) Decker of Cayuga; three brothers, Robert (June) Smith of Cayuga, Fredrick Smith of Auburn and Russell Smith of Savannah; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Floyd and Esther Smith; and a sister, Susan. Arrangements entrusted to the Colvin-Norton Funeral Home, Savannah.

Edwards, Dick - Charles R. 'Dick' Edwards, 86, of Palmyra, died Feb. 28. Dick was born Nov. 29, 1921, in Geneva, to Charles and Lola Howcroft Edwards. He and Jean Sabin were married on June 7, 1945 in Geneva. Dick was the owner of Edwards Shoe Stores in Palmyra and Wolcott. He was veteran of the Navy, a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6778, James R. Hickey American Legion Post 120, Drumlin Square Lodge F&A Masons and a former member of the Palmyra-Macedon Rotary Club. Dick was an avid golfer and enjoyed fishing and gardening. He is survived by his wife, Jean; daughter, Rena (Gary) Haigh; brother, William Edwards; grandchildren, Gary, William and Sally Haigh and Jeff and Kim Edwards; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. He was predeceased by his son, Donald Edwards; and brothers, Thomas and Robert Edwards. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday (April 5) at the Western Presbyterian Church of Palmyra. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery in the spring. Contributions, in memory of Dick, may be directed to the Palmyra Community Center, 240 Stafford St., Palmyra or to the Palmyra Fire Co., Inc., Oxygen Squad, 615 East Main St., Palmyra, 14522. Arrangements entrusted to Robert L. Yost Funeral Home. Palmyra.

DeWitte, Thomas - Thomas J. DeWitte, 52, of Williamson died February 25, 2008. He was predeceased by parents, James W. and Ruth Orbaker DeWitte. He is survived by aunts, Pearl Orbaker Peters (Chester), of Pultneyville and Suzanne Orbaker of Florida; uncle, Roland Orbaker of Williamson, partner, Kenneth Bender of Liverpool, many cousins and special friends. Member of the Pultneyville Reformed Church and the Pultneyville Historical Society. He was an accomplished organist with a degree in Music Education from De Pauw University. He served as church organist in many denominations for 38 years, while living in New York, Indiana, Texas, and the United Kingdom. A service will be held at 1 p.m. on March 29, 2008 at the Pultneyville Reformed Church, 7784 Hamilton St., Pultneyville, NY. Burial at Lake View Cemetery, Pultneyville at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Pultneyville Reformed Church, P.O. Box 94 Pultneyville 14538. Arrangements were made by Young Funeral Home in Williamson.

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Warner, Thelma - Thelma Warner, 90, of Newark, died Saturday, March 1, 2008, at the Clifton Springs Nursing Home. Mrs. Warner was born in Newark on July 12, 1917 the daughter of Edward and Sadie Vandermill Roemer. She graduated from Newark High School. Thelma had worked as a secretary for the C.H. Stuart Company and the Ely and Leene Insurance Agency until she retired in 1979. For over fifty years she was a member at Park Presbyterian Church in Newark. Friends may call Tuesday, March 5, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. A funeral service for Thelma will be on Wednesday, March 6, at 1 p.m. at the East Newark Cemetery. She is survived by her daughter Mary Warner of Clifton Springs, and several nieces and nephews. Thelma was predeceased by her husband Gordon on March 4, 1995, her brothers Elmer, John and Joseph Roemer. Memorials may be made in her name to the Clifton Springs Nursing Home, Activities Department, 2 Coulter Rd. Clifton Springs, NY 14432.

Skinner, Mary - Mary T. "Marie" Skinner, 92, of Boynton Beach, FL and formerly of Newark, died Friday, Feb. 29, 2008. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, March 3, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at Emmanuel Catholic Church, 15700 South Military Trail, Delray Beach. She is survived by her son, Charles Robert (Bob) Skinner and his wife Susan of Ellicott City, MD; brother, William McCabe of Delray Beach, FL and Binghamton, NY; sisters, Helen Laskowski of Boca Raton, FL, Elizabeth Martin of Ithaca, NY and Alice Stank of Evans, GA. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33407 Lorne & Sons Funeral Home, Delray Beach, FL is in charge of arrangements.

Spies, Eleanor Jane - Eleanor Jane Spies, 79, of Lyons, died Saturday, March 1, 2008 at the DeMay Living Center in Newark. Eleanor was born in Newark August 3, 1928, daughter of Arthur Charles and Alice Rose (O’Brien) Lyman. She was a graduate of Newark High School. She was an executive secretary for 20 years fo C.H. Stuart Co., and worked at the Lyons Shopping Guide for many years. She worked 10 years for Wayne ARC and also for the Newark Developmental Center. Eleanor bowled for over 60 years and was involved in the state and national levels of amateur bowling. She served as president of the Wayne County Women’s Bowling League. Eleanor operated Eleanor’s Gift Boutique for over 20 years. She sold at many local craft fairs, including Newarkfest, Lyons Peppermint Days and Hanna Junction. Eleanor did extensive traveling, and went to South America, Spain, Africa and many other areas. She was devoted to her nieces and nephews. No prior calling hours. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family at Humanity Chapter, Masonic Lodge, Rt. 14, Lyons. Arrangements by Boeheim Pusateri Funeral Home, Lyons. Eleanor is survived by her husband of 57 years, Ray J.; sister, Alice (Dwight) Kitchen of Pittsford; brother, Arthur Charles (Helen) Lyman of Sun City, FL; 2 sister-in-laws, Mildred Metcalf of Lyons, and Helen (Ralph) Frind of Lyons; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1400 Winton Rd., Rochester 14609, or to a charity of one’s choice.

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Hutchinson, Charles, M. - Charles M. Hutchinson, 63, of Newark, died Thursday, February 28, 2008, after the Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic after a short illness. Charlie was born in Sodus on May 23, 1944, a son to George and Dorothy Rice Hutchinson. He retired from Xerox in Webster after 32 years of employment and was a veteran of the Army during the Vietnam War. Friends and family may call on Monday, March 3, from 2 to 4 and and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelp St., Lyons. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March 4 at 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Lyons, corners of Queen and Broad St. Burial will be in the South Lyons Cemetery. He is survived by his wife Gloria (Wilkinson) of 42 years; son, Charles R. (Tina) of Lyons; four grandchildren,, Collin, Shela, Zachary and Cassidy; brother, Edward (Bernice) Hutchinson of Clyde; two sisters, Marie Crane (Jerry Casillo) of Marion and Patricia (John) Parlett of Savannah; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Charles was predeceased by his parents; sister, Coral; and brother, Francis. In Charlie’s memory, please make a contribution to the Lyons Food Pantry.

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February 28, 2008

Farmer, Joyce - Joyce Marie Farmer, 77, died Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Calling hours are today, Feb. 28 from 4-8 p.m. at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Ct., Newark. Funeral mass will be Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Michael's Church, Newark. Burial in Newark Cemetery. Joyce was born in Nicholville, NY, May 7, 1930, daughter of DeForest (Ted) & Hattie McQuade Durgan. She was a waitress in Newark for Wes Lunch, PEE WEE's Diner & Zappia's Restaurant. Survived by her husband of 60 years, Paul E., daughter, Rosalie 'Gidget' (Paul) Rice of Newark, sister, Shirley (Ray) Stone; 2 brothers, Earl (Joan) Durgan & Lawrence (Bonnie) Durgan, 3 grandchildren, Joey (Wendy) Rice, Teddy (Jill) Rice, Crystal (John) Kelley, 9 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews. She was predeceased by two brothers, Robert Durgan and Donald Durgan; and grandson Jeffrey Rice, in 1995. Memorials to the Humane Society of Wayne County, 1475 County House Rd., Lyons 14489.

Stewart, Benson - Benson Fletcher Stewart, 90, of Newark and Lyons died February 26, 2008. Calling hours are Friday (Feb. 29) from 2-4 and 7-9 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. A Funeral Service will be at the funeral home on Saturday (March 1) at 10 a.m. with Rev. Michael L. Weeden officiating. Private burial will be in East Newark Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Fairville Volunteer Fire Dept., Route 88, Newark, 14513. He was born December 6, 1917, son of Carlton and Florence Wagner Stewart. He was a 1937 graduate of Newark High School. He was a driver for the Newark Developmental Center for many years. On August 28, 1943 he married Dorothy Farnsworth and together they raised their five children. He was a 50-year member of the Newark Grange. He was active in the Fairville Volunteer Fire Dept. for 40-plus years and a member of the Top of the Hill Gang. He is survived by his sons Carlton of Florida and Lawrence (Karen) Stewart of Lyons; daughters Marilyn (Christopher) Miraglia of Clifton Springs, Beverly (David) Keukelaar of Macedon and Elaine (Lyle) Bean of Delaware; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; sister Lucille Tilburg of Newark; nieces and nephews. Mr. Stewart was predeceased by his wife Dorothy Stewart on Sept. 14, 2007; brother and sister-in-law Harold and Marge Stewart; brother-in-law Harold Tilburg.

Blaisdell, Isabelle - Isabelle Blaisdell, of Newark, 71, died February 27, 2008 at the Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Family and friends may attend a Memorial Service Friday (Feb. 29) at the First Baptist Church of Newark, 133 E. Miller St., Newark at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Steve Matteson officiating. A reception will follow the service at the church. Private burial in East Newark Cemetery. In memory of Mrs. Blaisdell please consider donations to the American Cancer Society, 1400 N. Winton Rd., Rochester, 14609. She was born Feb. 10, 1937 in Brooktondale, daughter of the late Charles and Gladys Oak Lasher. She worked at Seneca Foods as an inspector. Mrs. Blaisdell was a past member the Newark American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed house plants, children, collecting birds, bears and family photos. Mrs. Blaisdell will be remembered by her devoted husband George Blaisdell; sons James (Debbie), Merle (Marjorie) and Charles Sloughter; daughters Donna (Fred) Kinner and Mary Weis and fiance David; step-sons George Jr. (Elaine), David and Robert Blaisdell; step-daughters Anna (Leon) ONeil and Christine (Lawrence) Spencer; 24 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Blaisdell was predeceased by her sons Edward Sloughter, Sam and Ronald Lane; brothers Charles Lasher and Kenneth Lasher. 

Welcher, Marian - Marian Welcher, 84, died February 26, 2008. Marian was born May 3,1923 in Newark, the daughter of Frank and Jennie VandenHeuvel Rykbost. She graduated from Newark High School with the class of 1940. Mrs. Welcher worked as a secretary, retiring from Paul Andrew Distributing in Lyons, NY. She lived with her husband on the Lee Farm on Minsteed Road. Marian sang in the Rose City Ensemble. She was a member of the First Church of Christ, Scientist in Canandaigua. Marian enjoyed being an active participant in the foster grandparent program. She is survived by her son Thomas (Donna) of Sodus, grandson Adam and granddaughter Andrea (Alan) Place; son, Jeffrey (Theresa) of Oneida, granddaughters Meghan and Aaron; daughter-in-law Sue of Newark, grandson Evan; and her good friend Gerald Burnham. Friends may call Saturday, March 8 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. A memorial service will follow at the funeral home. Burial in Fairville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her name to the Newark-Arcadia Historical Society, P.O. Box 289 Newark, NY 14513. She was predeceased in 2004 by her husband Paul; and in 1998 by her son Frank. 

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February 27, 2008

Federico, Dennis - Dennis J. Federico, 53, of Newark died February 26, 2008 at the Newark Hospital. A memorial mass will be held at St. Michael's Church, Newark on Saturday, March 15 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Mark Brewer officiating. A reception will be held at the church, following the service. Please visit www.1420wack.com and click on 'email memories of Dennis.' Dennis was born September 17, 1954 in Newark, son of Frank and Betty Gnagie Federico. He was program director for WACK radio in Newark for more than 20 years. He was finance officer for Sons of the American Legion, where he held a 20-year membership. He was a life member of Squadron 286 of August Mauer Post of Sons of the American Legion. He is survived by his wife Shirley (Dunlap Federico, whom he married on June 6, 1987; survived by his mother, Betty Zito of Newark, brothers, Barry (Julie) Federico of Newark, John Federico of Bethesda, Maryland; sister, Frances Federico of Alexandria, Virginia, nephew, Todd, Aunt Ida Tolbert, aunt & uncle, Marie and Carl Soliman, and several cousins. He was predeceased by his father Frank, and his stepfather Anthony Zito. Arrangements entrusted to Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Newark.

Derr, Dorothy - Dorothy Crump Lent Derr, 81, of Newark and Clifton Springs, died February 26, 2008 at the Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca. Dorothy was born September 21, 1926, in Perinton, the daughter of Elliot S. and Florence M. Sackett Crump. She graduated valedictorian of the Pittsford High School, Class of 1944. Dorothy worked for many years at Wayne Plaza Drugs in Newark. She was a member of the East Palmyra Presbyterian Church. Dorothy enjoyed knitting, reading, playing cards and spending time with her grandchildren. Mrs. Derr is survived by daughter Carol (Paul) Moore, of Clayton, granddaughter, Meredith; son Scott Lent, of Fairport, granddaughter, Ashley; daughter Amy (Craig) Stell, of Clifton Springs, granddaughter, Kristin (Joshua) Springer; daughter Joan (Fred) Noteboom, of Ithaca, granddaughters, Julie (Joe) Presicci and Lisa Hamilton; sister, Joyce Dehmler, of Brighton and three great-grandchildren. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband, Nelson; and grandson, Robert Stell. Calling hours are 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 28 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 E. Miller St. in Newark. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 29 at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Clifton Springs. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Robert C. Stell Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Newark Sr. High School, 625 Peirson Ave., Newark 14513. 

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February 26, 2008

Brand, Natalie - Natalie Gibby Brand, 94, of Clifton Springs died February 22, 2008. A memorial service will be held in March. Natalie was born Feb. 19, 1914, in Wilkes-Barre, PA and was a graduate of Vassar College and the University of Pennsylvania. She was a bacteriologist at Grasslands, Mt. Cisco and Clifton Springs hospitals. She was an amateur ornithologist, conservationist and golfer. She was a longtime member of the Clifton Springs Hospital Women's Auxiliary, Tourist Club and Library. She is survived by her son, Robert G. Brand; daughter-in-law, Linda Ade Brand; and granddaughter, Julia. She was predeceased in 1989 by her husband, Dr. R. Willard Brand. Memorial donations may be sent to the National Breast Cancer foundation, Inc. Arrangements entrusted to the Patrick Funeral Home in Clifton Springs.

DeBrine, Lloyd - Lloyd V. DeBrine, 94, of Williamson and Newark, died February 24, 2008. He had retired from Garlock Inc. in Palmyra. He was a member of the Park Presbyterian Church of Newark. He is survived by his daughter, Bonnie (Duane) DeHollander of West Webster; son, Curtis C. (Joann) DeBrine of Williamson; grandchildren, Deanna (Tod) Mascle of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky; Jeremy (Christine) DeBrine of Lake Oswego, Oregon; three great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by two wives, Ruth (Cook) DeBrine and Frances (Weipert) DeBrine. A service is planned for February 29 (Friday) at 2 p.m. at the Young Funeral Home, 4025 West Main St., Williamson. He will be buried in Marion Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, consider donations to Lifetime Care Hospice, 1110 South Main St., Newark 14513.

De Wispelaere, Nellie - Nellie De Wispelaere, 94, formerly of Marion, died February 22, 2008 under the care of Citrus Memorial Hospital Hospice in Florida. A memorial service will be held at the Second Reformed Church of Marion. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Nellie's memory to the Second Reformed Church Memorial Fund. She was born April 24, 1913 to Peter and Neeltje Porrey. Nellie is survived by her son Earl (Shirley) De Wispelaere, of Chapel Hill, NC; son Isaac (Nan) De Wispelaere of Marion, and daughter Joyce (Tom) Richard of Inverness, Florida; 13 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband Isaac Sr., daughter and son-in-law Nancy and David Nier, grandson Danny De Wispelaere, and brother Josiah Porrey.

Forkey, Dorothy - Dorothy Forkey, 73, of Marion died Feb. 21, 2008 at Clifton Springs Hospital. Dorothy was born on May 17, 1934, in Malone, the daughter of Howard and Jennie Ladine Smith. She is survived by her husband, Samuel Michael Forkey; three daughters, Jacqueline Herr, of North Carolina, Joy ( Chuck) Baker, of Kansas, and Jennie Boyle, of Florida. Two sons, Daniel (Carol) White, of North Bangor, Franklin County, and Steven White, of Palmyra; and a sister, Madeline Mein of Lyons. She was predeceased by tow daughters, Julie Lent and Jerrily Alubry. Friends called at the Stevens Funeral Home, 3896 Buffalo St., Marion. Funeral service was officiated by the Rev. Dan Meyer, and Dorothy will be buried in Marion Cemetery.

Potter, Janet - Janet M. Potter, 69, of Clifton Springs, died Feb. 22, 2008, at the Clifton Springs Hospital Extended Care. There are no calling hours. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family, and interment will be in Pioneer Cemetery. Friends may contribute to Lollypop Farm in her memory. Janet was born Jan. 5, 1939, in Clifton Springs, daughter of the late Wilbur and Rose Davis. She was formerly employed in child care in Victor. She is survived by her sister, Evelyn (Vincent) Penisse of Penfield; brother, Harry Davis of California; a very special niece, Jody Chiodo, of Farmington; other nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Ray Potter, and sister, Shirley Norsen; brothers Paul Davis and Dan Davis. Arrangements by Patrick Funeral Home in Clifton Springs.

Stickles, Alvin - Alvin M. Stickles, 72, of Clifton Springs and Clyde, died February 20, 2008. A private memorial service will be held for the family. Alvin was born Jan. 12, 1936, the son of the late Edward and Ada Paul Stickles. He retired after 35 years form Elder Lee Company in Oaks Corners. Alvin was a member of Local Teamsters Union No. 118. Alvin is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Mildred Snyder Stickles, of Clifton Springs; his devoted son, Adam (Jessica) Stickles, of Phelps; twin brother, Melvin E. (Lucille) Stickles, of Clyde; brother, Edward D. (Phyllis) Stickles, of Orange Park, FL.; sister, Mary E. Moyer, of Phelps; and sister-in-law, Anne Marie Stickles, of East Lansdowne, PA; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and a brother, Paul K. Stickles Sr. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main St., Phelps.

Talma, Martha - Martha Talma, 93, of East Palmyra and Lyons, died Feb. 25, 2008. She lived at Wayne County Nursing Home for seven years. Family and friends may call Thursday (Feb. 28) from 2-4 and 7-9 at the East Palmyra Christian Reformed Church. A funeral service will be Friday (Feb 29) at the church at 11 a.m. Spring burial in East Palmyra Cemetery. Martha was born December 13, 1914 in the Netherlands, daughter of the late Ulbe and Lizbet Boonstra. She came to the United States in 1956. Knitting and sewing were her specialties. She was a member of the East Palmyra Reformed Church and the EPCS Ladies Circle. Often she would volunteer for the East Palmyra Christian School and made stuffed animals and quilts for their sales. She is survived by her daughter-in- law, Nancy Talma; sons Albert (Trixie) of Bradford, Henry (Pat) of Phelps, Lee (Marlene) of Iowa and Sydney (Grace) Richfield Springs; 12 grandchildren Russell (Julie), Brian (Amanda) Tammie, Timmie (Melissa), Diane, Michael (Erika), David, Kristen (Jason), Chris, Craig, Lindsey & Ryan; 9 great grandchildren Aaron, Brendan, Michaelle, Rook, Mina, Veronica Leanna, Lauren & Rachel; brother-in-law Jan Talma of Holland; sister-in-law Romme Talma of Holland; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased in 1987 by her husband Jacob Talma; son Clarence in 1998; brothers Lieuwe and Sake; sister Jeltje Papma.  Memorials welcomed at East Palmyra Christian School, 2023 E. Palmyra-Port Gibson Rd., Newark, 14513.

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February 25, 2008

Stark, Dee - Delia Elaine 'Dee' Stark, 43, of Clifton Springs died unexpectedly on February 18, 2008. A memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Sunday (March 9) at Woodlane Community Church in Newark. Delia was an accomplished pianist and had played at several area churches. She was a member of Finger Lakes chorale. Delia was a self-taught seamstress and taught quilting in Rochester, Nebraska, California, England, and France. Her specialty was 'crazy quilting.' She is survived by her mother and stepfather, Janet and Dick Norsen of Newark; her father, Richard VanHousen of Clifton Springs Nursing Home; stepmother, Gladys VanHousen of Phelps; brother Daniel (Donna) VanHousen of Webster; nephew and niece, David and Deena VanHousen; husband, David Stark of Albany; stepdaughter, Kristen (Scott) Bater of Holley; aunts, uncles, cousins, and co-workers at Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic. Memorials in Delia's name many be sent to the Humane Society. 

Bulman, Stanley - Stanley Roy Bulman, 88, of Palmyra died Feb. 23, 2008 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Calling hours are Wednesday, Feb. 27 from 2-4 and 7-9 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, 124 W. Miller St., Newark. A funeral service will be Feb. 28 at 11 a.m. at the Woodlane Community Church, with the Rev. Dan Benedict officiating. He will be buried in the spring in the East Palmyra Cemetery. Stanley was born Sept. 30, 1919 in Fairport, to William and Ida Rose Bulman. He was a life-long farmer on the family farm on Route 21 in Palmyra. In his later years, he was the farm manager at Lollypop Farm, retiring in 1984 after 23 years of service. He had a special love for Draft Horses and hence was a member of the Tri-County Draft Horse Club. He is survived by his loving wife, June Gutacker Bulman; 15 children, Stanley (Becke), Carol (Eldrid) Rust, Gary (Diane), Roger, Thomas (Tawny), Eugene (Linda), Terry (Jean), Duane (Barbara), Danny (Phyllis), William (Rena), Kenny, Ricky (Anne), Jan Bulman, Randy and Michael (Karen) Bulman; more than 100 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; brothers Jessie, Howard, William, Harold, Frank and Arthur; sisters Annie Fellows, Stella Schutt, Hazel Shultz and Alice Steffenhagen; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by nine brothers and sisters.Please consider donations to Lifetime Care, 1120 S. Main St., Newark 14513 or the Wayne County Nursing Home Activity Dept., 1529 Nye Rd., Lyons, 14489.

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Dobbelaere, Rosalie P. - Rosalie P. Dobbelaere, 91,of Newark, died Saturday, February 23,2008, at the Geneva Living Center South. Mrs. Dobbelaere was born on June 27, 1916, in Newark, the daughter of John and Amelia DePauw Parys. For many years, she was a secretary at C.H. Stuart, Inc. in Newark. She retired from the Gleason Works in Rochester in 1982, where she had been a private secretary. In her retirement, Rosalie was a part time receptionist at the Wayne County Nursing Home over fifteen years. She had been a member of St. Michael’s Church for many years and was active until recently. She was a member of the Newark-Arcadia Historical Society. Friends may call on Tuesday, February 26, from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller St., Newark. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, February 27, at the Funeral Home. She is survived by two daughters, Bonita "Bunny" Sovereign of Newark and Patricia Speed of West Hampton Beach, NY; four grandchildren, Laura Casey, Trina Weiss, Tracy Zollweg and Kimet Speed-Hipp; two great-grandchildren, Briana and Ryan; two nieces, Evie Johnson and Mary Jane Burke; and several cousins. Rosalie was predeceased by siblings Frank Parys and Margaret Murphy. Memorials in her name may be made to the Christian Broadcast Network, 977 Centerville Turnpike, Virginia Beach, VA 23463, or Trinity Broadcast Network,PO Box A, Santa Ana, CA 92771.

Sperry, Claudia H. - Claudia H. Sperry, 69, of Newark, died Friday, February 22, 2008, at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Mrs. Sperry was born on October 6, 1938 in Lyons, the daughter of Oak and Pearl Avery Burry. She had been an attendant at the Newark Developmental Center for 29 years. Claudia also helped her husband in his business as his bookkeeper. Friends may call on Sunday, February 24, from 4–7 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Monday, February 25, at the funeral home with Rev. Christy Wareham officiating. Burial will follow in South Lyons Cemetery. Claudia is survived by her husband Cliff; three daughters Kim (Bucky) Muir of Lyons, Pam Hallock of Phelps, Dawn (Melvin) Stieger of Clyde; a grandson, Marcus Currington and several other grandchildren and great grandchildren; four brothers Bob (Lorraine) Burry of FL, Dwight (Blanche) Burry of Rose, Oak Burry of Lyons, David (Mary) Burry of AZ; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son, Floyd Palmer in 1978. Memorials in her name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1400 Winton Road N. Rochester New York 14609.

VanDeWalle, Thomas E. - Thomas E. Vandewalle, 82, of Williamson, entered into rest on Thursday, February 21, 2008. A retiree of Office Max in Rochester. A member of the Pultneyville Fire Company and the Williamson Volunteer Ambulance. Family and friends are invited to call Sunday, February 24 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Pultneyville United Methodist Church where a celebration of his life will be held on Monday, February 25 at 2 p.m. Private interment, Ridge Chapel Cemetery, Williamson. Survived by his wife, Barbara VanDeWalle; children, Edward (Rosemary) Thornton of Williamson, Brian (Betsey) VanDeWalle of Williamson, daughter Kelly VanDeWalle of Williamson; grandchildren, Thomas, Stephanie, Becky, Jessica, Tonya and Matthew; great-grandchildren Victoria, Chase and Dymon; brother Morris of Marion; nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be directed in his memory to the Pultneyville Fire Company, PO Box 115, Pultneyville, NY 14538 or the Williamson Ambulance Service, PO Box 99, Williamson, NY 14589. Arrangements by Young Funeral Home, Williamson.

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February 22, 2008

Hernandez, Irma - Irma (Santell) Hernandez, 67, formerly of Newark, died February 17, 2008. Funeral services were held at from St. John Vianney Church in Orchard Park. Beloved wife of the late Nestor Hernandez; dear mother of Irma (Jamie 'Chino' Serrano) Martinez and Nestor D. (Christina) Hernandez; loving grandmother of Santos and Amber Martinez and Evan Hernandez; sister of Lucy (Miguel) Otero, Geronimo (late Maria) Santell, Jose Santell, Robert (Gloria) Santell, Rosa (Colo) Ortiz, Coco (Pascita) Santell and the late Mundi (Nestor) Ortiz. Arrangements were entrusted to James W. Cannan Funeral Home, 3155 Orchard Park Road, Orchard Park.

Guthrie, Esda - Esda R. Guthrie, 87, of North Rose died Feb. 20, 2008. She was a resident of Blossom View Nursing Home in Sodus. Esda was born Jan. 13, 1921 in Huron, daughter of Grace Cline and LaVern Blauvelt. She was retired from Glidden-Durkee in Wolcott. She was predeceased by her husbands, Charles Householder in 1945 and Gerald Guthrie in 1978; brothers Cline Blauvelt and Earl Blauvelt, and sister Iona Ward. . Esda is survived by two sons, David (Ella) Guthrie and Robert (Becky) Guthrie of North Rose; five grandchildren; daughter-in-law Patricia Guthrie; special friend Robert Colwell; nieces and nephews. Calling hours are Saturday, Feb. 23 from 2-4 and 7-9 at Farnsworth-Keysor Funeral Home. Funeral service will be Feb. 24 at 2 p.m. Interment will be in the Rose Cemetery; memorials will be appreciated at the North Rose Fire Department.

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February 20, 2008

Covington, Sharon - Sharon G. Covington, 67, of Sodus Point died February 19, 2008. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Williamson. Calling hours are Feb. 21 (Thursday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Young Funeral Home, 4025 West Main St., Williamson. A celebration of her life will be held at the First Baptist Church of Williamson Friday afternoon at 2 p.m. Private interment Lake View Cemetery, Pultneyville. She is survived by her husband, Jon Covington; children, Jefferi (Theresa) Covington of South Glastonbury, CT, Tammy Pillsbury (Steve Rossi) of Rush, Terry (Thomas) Whitt of Rushville, Steven (Cindy) Covington of Sevema Park, MD; 10 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; brother Herbert (Nancy) Gravelle of Williamson; brother-in-law Roger (Judy) Covington of Brighton; uncle Gerald (Shirley) DeBack of Williamson; aunt Genevieve Sperry of Marion; nieces, nephews & special friends. Memorials may be directed to Wilmot Cancer Center, University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave., Box 704, Rochester 14642 or Webster Comfort Care Home, 700 Holt Rd., Webster 14580.

Howell, Fred - Frederick Howell, 82, of Rochester, died February 17, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; sons, David and Kevin (Lynne); daughter, Susan (Patrick) Walsh; grandchildren, David Jr., Christopher, Meagan, Brenna, Caitlin, Erin, Ryan, Shannon; great-grandchildren, David & Jasmine; niece Donna Ryan; many dear relatives and friends. Fred was a WWII Army Veteran, and founder of the VFW Post in Ovid. Arrangements entrusted to Thomas Funeral Chapels, Inc., 4545 Lake Ave., Rochester.

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February 19, 2008

Beavers, Edward - Edward Bruce Beavers, 76, of Palmyra died February 18, 2008. He was an active member of Latter-Day Saints Church. He is survived by his wife, Helen; his children, Bruce (Teresa), William, Robert (Colleen), Herbert, Benjamin, Blair (Deborah); 15 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; sisters Barbara (Richard) Cole and Sandra Bonami; sister-in-law Dee Mahoney; nieces and nephews. Calling hours are tomorrow, Feb. 20 from 2-4 and 7-9 at Payne & Murphy Funeral Home, 1040 Route 31, Macedon. Funeral service will be Thursday, Feb. 21 at 10 a.m. at the Palmyra Ward, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Interment will be in the Palmyra Cemetery.

Spalding, Marlene - Marlene C. Spalding, 66, of Sodus died February 16, 2008 at the Pines of Peace in Ontario. Marlene is survived by her husband of 44 years, the Rev. Neil Spalding; children Grant (Julie Redder) Spalding, Sara (Barry) Wright and Derek Spalding; her mother Olive Cornelius; six grandchildren; sister Janet (Rev. Burton) Hamilton; one niece and two nephews; and her extensive church family. Marlene was predeceased by her father Victor Cornelius. Visitation is Friday, Feb. 22 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at the Norton Funeral Home, 45 West Main Street in Sodus, and Saturday (Feb. 23) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sennett Federated Church, 7777 Weedsport-Sennett Road in Auburn. Funeral service will follow visitation. Private interment will be in Angelica. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Marlene's memory to the Pines of Peace, 2378 Ridge Road, Ontario 14519. www.hsnorton.com

Smith, Herbert - Herbert Ray Smith, 76, of Newark, died Monday, February 18, 2008, at Rochester General Hospital. He was born April 12, 1931 in Roxobel, NC, son of Charles and Zeila Upton Smith. Herbert was a land surveyor for over 38 years with the Harnish & Lookup and then the MRB Group. Herbert served with the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and was a member of the August Mauer Post #285, American Legion. Friends may call Wednesday, February 20, from 6-8 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 21, at the funeral home with Carlos Smith officiating. Burial will be in East Newark Cemetery. He is survived by his wife Shirley Gary Smith; a son Steven Smith of Orlando, FL; a daughter Kathryn (John) Ryckbost of Newark; five grandchildren Christopher, Jason, Lisa, Julie, and Jeffrey. Herb was predeceased by his son Joseph in 1979, one sister and several brothers. Memorials will be welcomed at the American Heart Association, 2113 Chili Avenue, Rochester 14624 or Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Road, Lyons 14489.

Ritz, Karma - Karma L. Ritz, 49, of Sodus Point died February 9, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Daniel Ritz; loving children, Daniel Jr., Jimmy, Harley, and Jesse; daughter, Jamie Storrs; brother Bradley (Patty) Wright; sisters Linda (Keith) Jock and Debbie (Michael) Suda; nieces, nephews, and special friends. Predeceased by her parents, Harold & Beverly Wright. A private service was held at the convenience of the family. Instead of flowers, please consider memorials to Pines of Peace, 2378 ridge Road, Ontario 14519. Arrangements entrusted to Young Funeral Home, Williamson.

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February 18, 2008

Morrison, Geraldine - Geraldine M. (VanHall) Morrison, 81, of Williamson died February 8, 2008. She is survived by her children, Marylee (Sterling) Kozlowski of Clarence Center, Marlyn (Kerry) Morphet of Chili Center, Paul (Barbara) Morrison of Webster, David Morrison of Hilton, Todd (Brenda) Morrison of Macedon; 14 grandchildren; sister, Mildred Dayton of Florida; her brother, A.J. (Mildred) VanHall of Florida; in-laws, Gordon and Barbara Morrison of Webster; nieces, nephews and special friends. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Lee Morrison. The family asks the courtesy of no flowers. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of her life at the First Baptist Church of Williamson, February 23 at 2 p.m. Interment will be in the Marion Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be directed in her memory to Lifetime Care/Hospice, 3111 Winton Rd., South, Rochester 14623. Arrangements entrusted to the Young Funeral Home, Williamson.

Buss, Robert - Robert C. Buss, 82, of Palmyra died February 12, 2008. He was retired from Garlock Inc. He is survived by his wife, Eunice (Derks) Buss; brothers, Gerald (Diana) Buss of Marion and Donald (Nancy) Buss of Honeoye Falls; sister, Genevieve (Glenn) Giesy of Port Gibson; step-daughter, Patricia Collier of Geneva; step-son, Kent Collier of Williamson; several nieces, nephews and special friends. Calling hours will not be observed and the courtesy of no flowers. A private service will be held; interment will be in Lake View Cemetery, Pultneyville. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the House of John, 14 Spring St., Clifton Springs 14432. Arrangements were made by Young Funeral Home in Williamson.

Larsson, Louise - Louise E. Larsson, 71 of Palmyra died February 15, 2008. She was predeceased by her husband, George Larsson. She is survived by her children: Richard (Kathleen) Larsson, Cathy (Tom) Pfeiffer, Christopher (Christine) Larsson, Alan (Kelleigh) Larsson; grandchildren Lara, Cherie, Jake, Stephanie, Erik, Michaela; sister, Marjie Nations, many nieces and nephews. An Eastern Star Service will be held 7 p.m. Friday (Feb. 22) at McGuire/Hargrave & Murphy Funeral Home, 123 East Jackson Street, Palmyra. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Zion Episcopal Church, 120 East Main St., Palmyra.

Allen, Hosanna - Hosanna T. Allen, Jr., 50, of Lyons died February 15, 2008. He is survived by his children, Jennifer (Jeffery) Reynolds of Lyons, and Carl Allen of Lyons; grandchildre