DEATH NOTICES
July - September 2008

October 1, 2008

Chappell, Kevin - Kevin R. Chappell, 49, of Newark, died September 30, 2008, at Strong Memorial Hospital. Kevin was born October 12, 1958 in Lyons, son of Robert and Betty Van Bortel Chappell. He was a customer service and sales representative for Hammer Packaging in Henrietta. He was a 1977 graduate of Newark High School, and a graduate of New York State University at Geneseo, in 1981. He had been a member of Park Presbyterian Church and had served as an Elder. He was a coach in Newark Little League and the summer soccer program. On October 2, Kevin and Deb would have celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary. He is survived by his wife Deb, daughter Meredith Chappell, his parents Bob and Betty Chappell, his sister Karen Van Liew; niece Nora and nephew Max Van Liew, all of Newark; special friends Bob and Kathy Zappia, Jen Churey, John and Terry Schnaars. He was predeceased in 2003 by his son, Derrick. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, October 8, at St. Michael's Church, South Main Street, Newark. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorials in his name may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Upstate Chapter, 1650 South Avenue, Suite 100, Rochester 14620; or to the Derrick Chappell Memorial Fund, c/o Newark Central School, 100 East Miller St., Newark 14513.

Dobbin, Al - Albert Leroy Dobbin, 90, of Sodus died September 29, 2008. He is survived by his son Edward Albert (Patricia) Dobbin of Halifax, PA; his daughter Sue Ellen (James P.) Johnson of Newark; grandchildren Lisa Lower, Rachael Lesh, Jacqueline Johnson-Eng, Geoffrey Dobbin, Jesse Barrick, Gregory Dobbin, James R. Johnson, Jeremy Dobbin and Jennie Alice Johnson; 16 great-grandchildren; and his brother Walter (Lorraine) Dobbin. Al was predeceased in 1980 by his wife Mildred Haak Dobbin. A World War II Army veteran, Al was a 62-year member of the First Reformed Church of Sodus, the Chorus of the Genesee since 1981, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. He entertained countless organizations in New York and Pennsylvania for 50 years, through March 2008, and had performed at the Eastman Theater in Rochester. In 1980, Al retired from the U.S. Postal Service; he had been the Postmaster in Sodus. He enjoyed traveling, visiting Civil War Battlefields, country music history, and spending time with his extended family. Al was a former Disaster Chairman for Wayne County Chapter of the American Red Cross. Calling hours are Thursday, Oct. 2 from 2-4 & 7-9 at Norton Funeral Home is Sodus. Visitation will be Oct. 3 from 9-11 a.m. at the First Reformed Church, 18 Maple Avenue in Sodus, where his funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Interment with military honors will be at the Sodus Rural Cemetery. Please consider a donation in his memory to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013, or to the First Reformed Church of Sodus. 

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September 29, 2008

Dewa, Alexander - Alexander J. 'Al' Dewa, 87, Clifton Springs & Newark, died Sept. 26, 2008 at his home in Clifton Springs. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday (Sept. 30) at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, at St. Michael's Church, Newark. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials appreciated at St. Michael's School, 325 South Main Street, Newark 14513. Al was born February 20, 1921, in Lowsville, West Virginia the son of Andrew and Antonina Plewa Dewa. He moved from Warren, Michigan to Clifton Springs in 2004. Al was a communicant of St. Michael Church in Newark. He retired in 1983 from Ethyl Corp. in Ferndale, Michigan where he had been a Chemical Engineer. He served in the European Theatre during World War II in the Army Air Corps. He was a navigator on a B17 with the 483rd Bomb Group. He was a member of The 483rd Bombardment Group Assn., The Air Force Navigators Observers Assoc. and The Air Force Escape and Evasion Society. After the war, Al graduated from the University of Detroit. He is survived by two sons, Andrew (Keren) of Plano, TX and Paul (Renate) of Newark; four grandchildren Theresa, Jerray, Aleksandra, and Jacob. He was predeceased in 2005 by his wife Stephanie, and by his sister, Catherine Jablonski. www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Haeusing, Karl - Karl F. Haeusing, 83, of Sodus died September 25, 2008. He was born August 27, 1925 in Germany, where he was raised and educated. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Marianne Haeusing; daughters Ulrike (John) Braun and Heidelore (Tom) Ronan; sons Karl W. Haeusing and Robert Haeusing; four grandchildren, Christopher and Nicholas Braun and Lindsay and Harrison Ronan. He immigrated to the United States in 1954 and was employed as an operating engineer at the Lone Star Brewery in San Antonio, TX. Since 1964 he had worked at Xerox in Webster, where he retired in 1988. All services are private. Arrangements by the Norton Funeral Home of Sodus.

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September 25, 2008

Buchanan, Sue - Hilda A. 'Sue' Buchanan, 83, of Lyons, died September 22, 2008 at the Pines of Peace in Ontario. Sue was born December 8, 1924 in Lyons, a daughter to William A. and Iva C. Hosford Ashford. She graduated from Lyons High School and the Rochester Business Institute. She worked as a secretary and model at Eastman Kodak until her marriage to Earl on November 14, 1945. After military service and college, they returned to Lyons where their three children were born and raised. She was a member of the Lyons United Methodist Church and the Daughters of the American Revolution. Sue retired from the Lyons High School as a secretary for the guidance office and was an avid bridge player. She is remembered as a wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all, especially to her church, DAR, and bridge club friends. She is survived by her husband Ead of 62 years; three children, Deborah A. Buchanan and Laurie A. (Michael) Luenella, both from Washington State; Douglas E. (Rose) Buchanan of Texas; seven grandchildren, Kathryn, Jenna, Chelsea, Jordon, Andrew, Taylor, and Jason; two nephews, Dr. Alan (Ashley) Brodine of Rochester, and Dr. William (Sue) Brodine of Kansas; and brother-in law, Norman Brodine of Rochester. She was predeceased by her parents, and sister, Lois A. Brodine in 2004. Calling hours are Friday, Sept. 26 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 at the Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons. A service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Lyons United Methodist Church, William St., Lyons, with the Rev. Ellen Knight officiating. Burial will be in the South Lyons Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Lyons United Methodist Church, or Pines of Peace, 2378 Ridge Rd. Ontario 14519.

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September 24, 2008

Snow, Jacob Aaron - Jacob Aaron Snow, infant son of Aaron and Amanda (Stepro) Snow, died Sept. 17, 2008. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Sept. 27 at 1 p.m. at Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home, 2583 East Main St., Gorham. Jacob was born May 14, 2008 at UNM Children's Hospital. Memorial donations will be welcomed, in his memory, to the Ronald McDonald House of Albuquerque, 1011 Yale Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87106. Jacob is survived by his parents; paternal grandparents Jeff and Kathy Snow of Gorham, formerly of Newark; maternal grandmother Jodie Stepro of Jordan; Uncle Jeremy and Aunt Heather Kwitschau of Batavia, Illinois; Uncle Brent and Aunt Tracy Snow of Newark; and Uncle Jake Stepro of Jordan. Jacob is survived by his great-grandparents Jim and Lois Reynolds, Louise Russell, Don and Elaine Snow, Carrie Bellavio and great-great-grandmother, Thelma Close.

Eckenrode, Jean - Jean A. (Ingold) Eckenrode, 66, formerly of Palmyra, died September 17, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Ronald; her children, Robert (Linda) Ingold of Walworth, Virginia (C. Lee) Riggall of Walworth, Constance (Bert) Ferris of Elbridge, Stephanie (David) Burke of Bergen, Diana (Matthew) Carvana of Amherst; 14 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; brothers, Robert (Betty) Konz of Venice, FL, James (Joan) Konz of Fairfax, VA, Edward (Barbara) Konz of OH, Sister, Betty (Steve) Briggs of Sarasota, FL; nieces and nephews. Friends may call Friday, Sept. 26 from 6-9 p.m. at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home in Livonia, where services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Arnold Cemetery, Conesus. To send online condolences or further information: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

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September 20, 2008

Williams, John - John A. Williams, Jr., 81, of Williamson died September 17, 2008. John was predeceased by his wife Nancy, on January 3, 2000. He is survived by his son Mark (Terri-Lea) Williams; and by grandchildren Dana Ann Williams, Alexandra Williams, Jessica Hopkins and Cassandra DeGelleke. A World War II Army veteran, he served in the European Theater of Operations; was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree, Trinity Council of Webster; a graduate of the DeVry Institute in Chicago; had been employed for many years in the Telecommunications Industry; was co-founder and past president of the Western New York Postcard Club. He was an active member of Church of the Epiphany in Sodus and had been a counselor for Wayne County Agency for Aging and Youth. A Mass of Christian Burial will be observed Monday, Sept. 22 at 10 a.m. at Church of the Epiphany in Sodus. Interment with military honors will be held at the Lake View Cemetery in Pultneyville. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his memory to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 3049 Syracuse 13220-3049. Arrangements entrusted to the Norton Funeral Home. www.hsnorton.com

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September 17, 2008

Ellis, Theresa - Theresa M. (DeFabio) Ellis, 83, of Newark and Clyde, died September 14, 2008. Theresa was born October 13, 1924 in Clyde, to Santo and Mary DeLisio DeFabio. She was a member of St. John's Church. She was predeceased by her husband, Linwood 'Red' Ellis; sisters Philomena Noble, Tina Lauster and Josephine Donselaar; brothers Peter and Joseph DeFabio; special nephew Howard House. She is survived by a special daughter, Violanda (Nelson) Kise of Lyons; special niece Karen House of Newark; sisters Carmella Volpe and Marianna Plante of Clyde; grandchildren Kaila and Brendon and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours are 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, September 18 at the John R. Canolesio Funeral Home, 38 Ford Street, Clyde. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated September 19 at St. John's Church in Clyde. Burial will be in St. Johns Cemetery.

Laird, Lucy - Lucy M. Laird, 90, of Savannah died September 16, 2008. A private graveside service will be held at South Lyons Cemetery. Lucy was born February 20, 1918 in Lyons, daughter of Mark & Elizabeth Vona Blanche. She worked for Newark Developmental Center, retiring in 1980. In her earlier years, she worked at Dromedary & National Biscuit Co. in Lyons. She was a member of St. Patrick's Church in Savannah. Memorials may be sent to St. Patrick's Church. She is survived by her daughter, Betty (Tony) Loder and son, Dale (Sylvia) Laird both of Clyde; grandchildren, Nicholas Loder of Newark, Laurie Ann Disanto of Clyde, Jacqueline Fitch and Victoria Hess; six great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased in 1997 by her husband, Herbert. Arrangements by Boeheim Pusateri Funeral Home, Lyons. www.pusaterifunerals.com

Jaynes, Karl - Karl Jaynes, 63, of Newark died September 15, 2008 at Rochester General Hospital. Friends may call from 4-6 p.m. Thursday (Sept. 18) at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 E. Miller St., Newark. Funeral services will follow at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Chaplain Herb Wagner will officiate. Karl was born September 5, 1945 in Honeoye Falls, son of Paul and Doris Reed Jaynes. He served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He attended the University of Illinois and Monroe Community College. He had worked at Trison Engineering in Honeoye Falls as an IT Systems Developer. He had been a member of the American Legion. Karl enjoyed woodworking, fishing, golfing and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Joanne; sons Steven of Canandaigua and Shane (Sarah) of Phelps; daughter Carrie Lochman of Newark; brothers Charles of Florida and Rev. Ronald (Colleen) of California; sisters Patricia Heckmen of Cheshire, and Devaureux (Richard) Russell of PennYan; grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many friends of Bill W.

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House, Howard G. III - Howard G. House III, 59, died Saturday, September 13, 2008 at Rochester General Hospital. Mr. House was born on February 7,  1949 in Newark. Howard retired in 1999 from Newark Housing Authority where he was superintendent of maintenance for 34 years. He was a member of St. John's Church, Clyde. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and belonged to the Turkey Federation. Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Karen Donselaar House, daughter Violanda (Nelson) Kise of Lyons, sons Glen and Marlin both of Newark, three grandchildren Michael House, Kaila and Brendan Kise a god-daughter Andrea House, his siblings Patricia House, Joan House, Howard Jr., Linda Williams, Keith (Ericka), David, Valerie, Richmond, Douglas (Cheryl), Steven (Jull), Barbara House and Randall, brother-in-law Richard (Kim) Donsealaar, several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. He was predeceased by his mother, Mary VanCassel House and a brother John. Friends may call from 5-9 p.m. on Monday, September 15 at the Paul L. Murphy and Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 16 at St. John's Catholic Church, 114 Sodus Street, Clyde. Burial at a later date. www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

September 12, 2008

Heller-Hyland, Eleanor - Eleanor Ruth Heller-Hyland, 81, of Sodus died September 11, 2008. Eleanor is survived by her children, Victoria Cohen of PA, Roy (Jane) Hyland of Sodus and John (Karen) Hyland of NJ; grandchildren Randal, Jodi (John), Brad, Greg and Kristen; great- grandchildren Ellie and Emmett. Eleanor was predeceased by her mother Ebba and her grandson David. Arrangements entrusted to the Norton Funeral Home in Sodus.

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September 10, 2008

Wehrlin, Helene - Helene F. Wehrlin, 94, of Palmyra and Brighton, died September 3, 2008. Helene was predeceased by her beloved Gerald (Jerry) Wehrlin, to whom she was married for 40 years. She is survived by four daughters and their families: Jean & Hal Smullen of Williamsburg, VA, Joan Fitzpatrick of Williamsburg, VA, Judy & Frank Angelini of Leominster, MA and Jackie & Leo Flanagan of Pittsford; brother, James Farrell of Rochester; 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters, Elizabeth Troskosky and Charlotte Brennan and son-in-law Ed Fitzpatrick. Arrangements by McGuire/Hargrave & Murphy Funeral Home, 123 E., Jackson St., Palmyra, NY. Interment is in Palmyra Cemetery.

Williams, Matt - Staff Sgt. Matthew J. (McKeon) Williams, USAF, 22, died following a motorcycle accident on September 4, 2008, while he was stationed at the Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona. Calling hours are Wednesday, Sept. 10, 4-8 p.m. at the Second Reformed Church in Marion, 3757 Mill St., Marion, where the Funeral Service will be held Sept. 11 at 2 p.m. Donations may be made to the Matthew J. Williams Memorial Scholarship Fund at WCS Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 900, Williamson 14589. Arrangements entrusted to Stevens Funeral Home. Matt was a member of the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, National Wild Turkey Federation, and the National Rifle Association. He was a volunteer cross country coach and enjoyed hunting, fishing and snowboarding. He is predeceased by his paternal grandmother, Johanna Williams. He is survived by his mother, Diane (Kevin) McKeon; father, John (Deborah) Williams; sister, Makenna McKeon; brothers, James, Michael and Garrett Williams; maternal grandparents, Ruth (Robert) Gillette and Clifford (Joyce) Demay; paternal grandfather, Douglas Williams; uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.

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September 9, 2008

VanDeVelde, Doris - Doris M. VanDeVelde, 77, of Palmyra and Newark died September 6, 2008 at Strong Memorial Hospital. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at the Robert L. Yost Funeral Home, 123 West Main Street, Palmyra. Private burial will be in Marion Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to Palmyra Fire Department Oxygen Squad, 615 E. Main Street, Palmyra, New York 14522. Doris was predeceased by her husband Marinus and siblings Raymond and Karen Leno. She is survived by her son Stephen (Ann Johnson) VanDeVelde; sister Arlene Verstringhe; grandsons Hunter and Stephen VanDeVelde and Jeremy Johnson, several nieces and nephews.

McClellan, Gene - Eugene W. McClellan, 91, of Newark and Clifton Springs died September 7, 2008 at Clifton Springs Hospital. Calling hours and funeral services will not be observed. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Park Presbyterian Church, Maple Court, Newark or the Arcadia Historical Society, 120 High St., Newark, 14513. Mr. McClellan was born Sept. 25, 1916 in Newark, son of Joseph and Mavert Williams McClellan. He was a graduate of Newark High School in 1933, joining the Navy in 1945, serving in Mississippi. He and his family later moved to Wisconsin, where he owned and operated the McClellan Outdoors Equipment. In the mid 1990s he moved back to his home town of Newark and than to Ashton Place in Clifton Springs. Mr. McClellan was proud of his Scottish heritage and had worked many hours on genealogy. He was the grandson of A. Eugene Williams, early Newark merchant, who operated the A.E. Williams Corner Store, a site now occupied by the Corner Tavern. He enjoyed photography, sailing, and reading about American and Scottish history. He was a member of the Park Presbyterian Church of Newark, Arcadia Historical Society, Masonic Lodge # 83 of Newark, the National Trust for Scotland and the McClellan Clan Club, where he had served as president while in California. He is survived by his wife, Doris Cronise McClellan; sons Michael H. (Linda) of CA and Mark McClellan of WI; daughters Mary Lou (Philip) Olin Jr. of PA and Jane Ann (Don) Schroeder of CA; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; step-daughter Jane Colby of Brockport; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased in 1994 by his first wife, Ruth Mimms McClellan; also by brothers Hugh and Robert; sisters Margaret McClellan and Helen Daggett. You are invited to light a candle of condolence by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

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September 8, 2008

Pitts, Jim - James M. Pitt, 71, of Palmyra died Sept. 5, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, brother Milton Pitts., Sr., of Fairport, niece Cathy Pitts Stewart of Fairport, nephew Milton Pitt, Jr., of Rochester. Calling hours are today, Sept. 8 from 5-8 p.m. at the Robert L. Yost Funeral Home, 123 West Main St., Palmyra. Funeral will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

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Lawson, Ann - Ann D. Lawson, 84, of Newark, died Friday, September 5, 2008 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Mrs. Lawson was born on July 9, 1924, in Lyons, the daughter of James and Mary Jelomono DeJohn. She was a communicant of St. Michael’s Church in Newark. Ann was a life long artist having had her paintings on display throughout the area. She designed and painted many of the floats for the Rose Parade. Ann also had some of her work featured in the "Better Homes and Garden" magazine. Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. on Monday, September 8, at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. Father Mark Brewer will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, September 9, at St. Michael’s Church. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Ann is survived by two daughters Cynthia (Richard) Henry and Marianne (Randy) Grambo Wadhams both of Lyons; five grandchildren, Benjamin and Geoffrey Grambo, Leigh Ann, Meridith and Claudia Henry; three brothers Ralph (Marie) DeJohn of Bridgeton, NJ, Michael (Angie) DeJohn and Louis (Phyllis) DeJohn and a sister-in-law, Patty DeJohn, all of Newark, several nieces and nephews. Ann was predeceased by her husbands, Charles Caboor in 1967 and Frank Lawson in 2002, two sisters Marie Genecco and Grace Bonafede and a brother Thomas DeJohn. Memorials in her name may be made to St. Michael’s School, 325 South Main Street, New York 14513. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

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September 5, 2008

Deisering, Ken - Kenneth August Deisering, 77, of Newark died September 3, 2008 at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Family and friends may call Sunday (Sept. 7) from 2-4 and 7-9 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday at 11 a.m. at St. Michael Church, S. Main St.; burial will follow in East Newark Cemetery, with full military honors. Ken was born the son of the late Edmond and Mary VanDeWalle Deisering on Sept. 17, 1930 in Sodus, NY. He was as 1950 Marion High School graduate and entered the United States Air Force serving from 1950 to 1954. The funeral home proudly flies the Air Force Flag in his honor. Ken worked for Hallagan Manufacturing Co. in Newark, retiring after 41 years of service as an upholsterer. He n was a member of St. Michael Church in Newark, Newark American Legion Post 286, serving as past Commander and the 40 & 8 lodge. He enjoyed camping, auctions and collecting old items such as license plates. Ken had just finished restoring his 1934 Ford. Ken is survived by his daughter Glenna Ross of SC; five grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and one great-great grandson; brother Roger (Dawn) Deisering of Newark; sister Shirley Stanton of PA; nieces and nephews; many, many friends. Ken was predeceased on Nov. 2, 2004 by his wife Sheila McMurtrey Deisering; and in April 2005 by grandson Ben. Please consider donations to the Finger Lakes Oncology, Clifton Springs Hospital, 2 Coulter Rd., Clifton Springs, 14432. watermanfuneralhome.com

Evans, Karen - Karen June Evans, 64, of Newark died Monday, Sept. 1, 2008. Karen was born August 30, 1944 in Austin, Minnesota, daughter of the late Issac and Myrtle Alman Merrill on She enjoyed arts and crafts, which she donated to a hospital in Iowa while living there. She collected videos and loved John Wayne, the Cartwrights and the Three Stooges. She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Ralph Evans; daughter Casey Backus of Newark; four grandchildren; brother Jerry Merrill of MN; sisters Zelma (Bill) Bollinger and Marie Gallegos both of MN; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Floyd Merrill. A graveside service will take place in Minnesota. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting www.watermanfuneralhome.com

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September 4, 2008

Brewer, Charlotte Mae - Charlotte Mae Brewer, 88, of Fort Worth, TX, died September 1, 2008. She was born in Marion, on November 14, 1919, the daughter of the late Cornelius and Mildred Johnson Cook. She was a former resident of Seminole, FL and Lyons. She and her late husband, Charles, owned the Park Bakery in Lyons from 1949-1958. She was also employed in the accounting department of Garlock in Palmyra, and as an Ombudsman for Wayne County. She was married to Charles W. Brewer on July 2, 1938, and she was a 50-year member of the Lyons Presbyterian Church. She was predeceased by her husband Charles and her sister Madelyn DeNearing. She is survived by her daughters, Gail Snave (Lionel) of Waxhaw, NC, Marcia Galiga (Joseph) of Fort Worth, TX; her grandchildren, Jeffrey Snave, Daniel Snave (Elizabeth), Heather Wheeler (David) and Christine Turner (Lance); great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and a sister, Carol Kearns of Marion.Calling hours are 7-9 p.m. on September 5 and 12-1:30 p.m. September 6 at Stevens Funeral Home, 3896 Buffalo St., Marion. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Lionel Snave officiating.

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September 3, 2008

Harris, Reverend Jerry - The Rev. Gerald H. Harris, 78, of Newark died September 1, 2008 at home, surrounded by his family. Jerry was born August 2, 1930 in Moline, Illinois, the son of Clarence and Ruth Harris. He graduated from Bradley University, Peoria, IL and received his Master of Divinity Degree from Colgate Rochester Divinity School. He was ordained an American Baptist Minister at the First Baptist Church of Peoria, on May 12, 1968. He spent most of his entire ministry in upstate New York, serving Fairville Presbyterian Church, First Baptist Church of West Walworth, First Baptist Church, Newark, and Woodlane Community Church. He joined the United States Marine Corps in 1948 and served six years. He was a Korean War Veteran with the First Marine Division. He was past president of the Newark Chamber of Commerce, the Wayne Baptist Association, and Habitat for Humanity. He was Chaplain and life member of the Fairville Fire Dept., Chaplain of the West Walworth Fire Dept., Chaplain of the Civil Air Patrol. He was a lifetime member of the VFW, member of the Newark Kiwanis Club, and the Finger Lakes Stamp Club. He was a certified Drug & Alcohol Counselor for FLACRA. He was former Director of the Employee Assistance Program of Nestles Corp. and former Director of the Foster Grandparent program in Newark, and was affiliated with the Boy Scouts. Music was a big part of his life. He played first trumpet in the high school band. He graduated from the Navy School of Music, in Washington. He was a member of the United States Marine Corps Band and played at the inauguration of Harry S. Truman. After serving his country he formed a dance band, 'The Rhythmaires.' His hobbies included metal detecting, stamp collecting, wood crafts, making grapevine wreaths, playing Yahtzee, and traveling. He and his wife, Joan, traveled to 49 states. They especially enjoyed their two trips to Hawaii, their trip to Switzerland and Italy. Many trips to Canada and their favorite spot was Myrtle Beach. He is survived by Joan, his partner in ministry and wife for nearly 60 years; two daughters, Debra (Kenneth) Herd of Newark, and Lori Randolph of Newark; grandchildren, Jeremy Randolph, Jennifer (Scott) Lester, Daniel (Alani) Herd, David (Stephanie) Randolph, Amy (Justin) Farrar; precious great-grandchildren, Zachary & Lucas Herd, Ryan & Emily Lester, Arianna Farrar, Nathan Randolph, and Kylie Johnson; sisters Donna (Bob) Norman of Illinois, Doris (Dave) Kamrowski of Arizona, and his brother Warren (Pat) Harris of Illinois; nieces and nephews; and his extended family, Katie Randolph, Frank and Vickie Winkler, Dan and Kate Winkler, Todd and Briana Stewart. Visitation will be held Friday, September 5, from 4-8 p.m. at Woodlane Church, Newark. To celebrate his life a musical memorial service will be held September 6, at 2 p.m. at the Woodlane Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Woodlane Community Church, 5694 Woodlane, Newark 14513. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court. 

Lupold, Virginia - Virginia G. Lupold, 86, of Palmyra died August 30, 2008. She was the daughter of Arthur & Elva Grimes. She was an active member of Palmyra First United Methodist Church, Kings Daughters, past president of Palmyra Senior Citizens & former member of Manchester-Shortsville School Board. Memorial donations may be made to Palmyra First United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband, Earl E. Lupold, whom she married on April 8, 1944; son, Gary Lupold, Phelps; daughter, Nancy (Albert) Tuttle, Shortsville; grandsons, Brad of Palmyra, Eric (Suzanna) of Chicago; great-grandson Nevan; nieces and nephews. Arrangements by the McGuire/Hargrave & Murphy Funeral Home, 123 E. Jackson St., Palmyra; burial is in the Palmyra Cemetery.

Lynn, Marjorie - Marjorie E. Lynn, 101, of Macedon died August 30, 2008 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Marjorie was born Nov. 12, 1906 in Macedon, New York to Edward and Minnie Stone Early. She was a graduate of Macedon High School. Marjorie was married to John D. Lynn on May 5, 1945. She was a member of Zion Episcopal Church and had formerly been active with the Altar Guild and the Eastern Star. She was predeceased in 2002 by her husband John. She is survived by her daughters Tricia (Bill Reemtsen) Lynn of Macedon, Marcia Lynn of Long Island and Nancy (Andy) Teitelman of Chicago and grandchildren Matthew and Joan Teitelman. A service was held at Zion Episcopal Church in Palmyra. Memorials may be directed to the Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Rd., Lyons 14489. Arrangements entrusted to Robert L. Yost Funeral Home, Inc., Palmyra.

Piper, Jenny - Jenny Mastrangelo Piper, 76, of Syracuse died September 1, 2008. Funeral services are Friday at 9:15 a.m. at Keegan-Osbelt-Knight Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Daniel's Church. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery. Calling hours are Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 900 N. Salina Street. She was born September 13, 1931 in Clyde, to the late Patsy and Concetta Mastrangelo. On August 22, 2008, she and her husband celebrated 50 years of marriage. She is survived by her husband, Walter J. Piper of Syracuse; children - Maxine S. Oeinck of Syracuse, Patrick C. (Kathleen) Piper of Ridgefield, CT, Jerry F. (Krista) Piper of Cicero; a brother Anthony Mastrangelo of Savannah; three sisters: Mary (Nick) Molisani of California, Irene Wintermyer of Texas, Dorothyann (Leonard) Hartwell of Lyons; sisters-in-law Audrey Mastrangelo of Red Creek, and BettyAnn Mastrangelo of Sodus; grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

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August 27, 2008

Lugo, Ricky - Ricardo L. Lugo, 23, died on August 26, 2008 as a result of an automoile accident. Calling hours are planned for Friday, Aug. 29 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, 124 W. Miller St., Newark. Funeral serices and burial will take place in Yauco, Puerto Rico. Ricky was born December 11, 1984 in Sodus, son of Santiago and Virginia Cruz Lugo. He was a graduate of Newark High School, class of 2003. He worked for Ivan and Izac Auto Repair in Newark for many years and recently for Valvoline in Rochester. Ricky loved working on cars and spending time with his family. He is survived by his loving parents, Santiago and Virginia Lugo of Newark; brother Ruben Rodriguez; sisters Ruth (Todd) Lanick of NJ, Rachel Rodriguez of Gananda, Rebecca (Reginald) Streeter of Newark and Veronica Lugo of Newark; many aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, and many, many friends. In memory of Ricky, please consider donations to the family c/o of the Norman Waterman Funeral Home, W. Miller St., Newark.

Holmes, David - David E. Holmes passed away, Monday, August 25, 2008, peacefully at home under hospice care. He was born in Canada but was a resident of Newark New York most of his life. David was a graduate of Clarkson University and was in financial management for many companies in the north east becoming the VP controller of Garlock Industries then he worked as same for Spinco, retiring at age 67. David served as a Lieutenant for the United States Army during WWII. He was the husband of the late Evelyn Vera Jones Holmes, whom he was married to for over 60 years. He is survived by a son, Alan W. (Carol) Holmes of Niskayuna, grandsons Kevin Holmes and Gary (Amy) Holmes, his brother Dr. John Holmes of Huntsville, Alabama, nieces and nephews. A service will be held at the Niskayuna Reformed Church.

Bohrer, Virginia - Virginia A. Bohrer, 92, of Sodus Point died August 23, 2008. She is survived by her children, Stephen (Janice) Bohrer of Spokane, WA, Ruth (Harry) Nunn of Ontario, Canada, Esther (Charles) Catchpole of Sodus Point, Miriam (Robert) Reynolds of Wolcott & Judith (Burt) Bullard of Sodus; 23 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren. Virginia was predeceased by her husband Walter Bohrer on August 29, 1987. Arrangements were entrusted to the Norton Funeral Home in Sodus. Funeral was held at Alton Gospel Tabernacle, which was co-founded by Virginia's parents. Interment is in York Settlement Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Alton Gospel Tabernacle, 5849 State Route 14, North Rose 14516, or to Samaritan's Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC, 28607-3000. www.hsnorton.com

Roberts, Reese - Reese E. Roberts, Jr., 73, of Ross Road, died August 25, 2008. Reese was born in Rochester, Oct. 19, 1934, son of Reese & Doris Farrell Roberts Sr. He retired from Newark Hospital maintenance department with over 20 years of service. He is survived by his daughters; Jean Moorer of Pensacola, FL, Cindy (Ray) Chapin of Geneva, Karen (Edward) Mitchell of Columbus, GA, Lori Roberts of Newark; a son, Reese (Sharon) of Wilmington, NC; two brothers John (Barbara) of Pensacola, FL, Richard (Ruth) of Vistor; sisters, Beverly Snyder of Bushnells Basin, Mary Young of Lyons, Katherine Greenan of Wellsville, Doreen (Dan) Ganoung of Ohio, 10 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Calling hours are Friday from 11 to 1, at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Ct., Newark, where services will be held at l p.m. with Rev. James Gerling officiating. Memorials appreciated at the Humane Society of Wayne County, 1475 County House Rd., Lyons 14489.

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August 26, 2006

Renckert, Peg - Margaret (Peg) E. DeRossett Renckert, 64, of Lyons died August 20, 2008 at home after a short battle with cancer. Arrangements are entrusted to Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons. Burial is in the Lyons Rural Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the Lyons Fire Police or Lyons Fire Department. Peg was born July 20, 1944 in Newark, a daughter to Curtis E. and Dorothy E. VerDehem McIntyre. She was an active member of the Lyons Fire Department Fire Police, and a member of the Lyons Rod and Gun Club. Peg was the 'Queen of the Salt Potatoes' for chicken barbecues. She worked at Wal-Mart in Newark until her illness as a department manager in Lawn & Garden for 13 years, and previously for the Barrett Law Firm in Newark. She is survived by her husband Matthew J. Renckert, Sr.; daughters, Mary (Mark) Thoms of Newark, and Julie A. Sturiale of Ithaca; step-son, Matthew J. (Ashley) Renckert of Texas; stepdaughter, Stephanie L. Renckert of Addison; eight grandchildren, Brett, Kelsey, Alex, and Katherine Thoms, Casey and Ryan Howard, Hunter J. Renckert, and Samuel J. Renckert; brother, Ray (Paula) McIntyre of Newark; sisters-in- law, Missy (John) Waldeck, and Noreen (Bill) Pilkenton of Lyons; two Aunts, Margaret Durfee of Newark, and Betty Hutchinson of Bloomfield; nieces, nephews and cousins; and many special friends.

Klock, Lynwood - Lynwood L. Klock, 74, of Savannah, formerly of Dexter, died August 23, 2008. He was born May 12, 1934 in Watertown, son of Wesley and Grace Payne Klock. He was a Navy Veteran, serving from 1951-1955, attaining the rank of AC3; he graduated from Delmar College in Texas in 1957. He was employed by the City of Rochester from May 1970 until February 1994, where he held supervisory positions in the street lighting department, refuse collection, snow removal and at the water bureau. Following his retirement he enjoyed spending time at his cottage in Black Lake with family and friends. He was a life member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Lynwood is survived by children - Randy (Kim) Klock, Donald (Stephanie) Klock, Kris Klock, Mark (Bridgette) Nickles, Linda David, Debbie Alley; daughter-in-law Nancy Nickles; sister Tanny Hanson; grandchildren Mackenzie Klock, Stephen Klock, Joshua Klock, Christopher Joseph Klock, Dana Bush, Kristin Alley, Kevin Alley, Courtney Burgess, Ryan Burgess, Joshua Nickles, Benjamin Nickles, Casey Nickles and Joli Lonneville; great-granddaughter Hallie Klock. He was predeceased by his wife, Kathleen Irene Klock, son Daniel Klock, parents Wesley and Grace Klock, brother Kris Wesley Klock and daughter Dianne Doig. Visitation will be Friday, August 29 from 4-6 p.m. at the Colvin-Norton Funeral Home, West Church Street, Savannah. A graveside service will be held at Crusoe Cemetery, where Military Honors will be accorded. Memorials may be directed to the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Association, Upstate New York Chapter, P.O. Box 127, Elbridge, 13060.

Ransley, Charles - Charles M. Ransley, 89, of Sodus died August 23, 2008. Calling hours are set for Saturday, August 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Norton Funeral Home, 45 West Main Street, Sodus. The funeral service will follow visitation. Interment with Military Honors will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday September 4, at the Sodus Rural Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alton Fire Department, P.O. Box 2, Alton 14413, or Sodus American Legion Post #910, P.O. Box 394, Sodus 14551. Charles was a U.S. Army Veteran, having served as an ambulance driver during WWII in the European Theatre of Operations. Campaigns that Charles participated in include the D-Day Normandy Invasion, and the Battle of the Bulge. Charles was predeceased by his wife of 35 years, Dorothy, and his sister Charlotte. He is survived by brothers Harold (Jean) of Coupeville, WA, and Richard (Nancy) of Sodus; several nieces and nephews.

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Sawyer, Mary Mici Trimby - Mary Sawyer of Webster, formerly of Newark died on August 22, 2008. Friends may call Monday, 5-8:30 p.m. at the Antony Funeral Chapel, 1031 Ridge Road, Webster. A Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, 11 a.m. at Asbury First United Methodist Church, 1050 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Ellsworth Red Sawyer and sister, Elaine Pink. She is survived by her loving children, Gail (Jeffery) Schum, Marcia Ellen Sawyer, Lauren (Mark) Howell, Alison (Anthony) Felt and Randall (Connie) Sawyer; sister, Ann (Herb) Englehardt; grandchildren, Hailey, Austin and Hunter Felt, Grace and Braeden Sawyer; sister-in-law, Nancy Herrington; several nieces and nephews; granddog, Duncan. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be directed to Cherry Ridge Rainier Grove Memory Care Unit, 900 Cherry Ridge Blvd., Webster, NY 14580 or to the Humane Society of Wayne County, 1475 County House Road, Lyons, NY 14489. To light a candle, visit www.anthonychapels.com

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Flanagan, Dorothy - Dorothy Agnes Flanagan of Pittsford, formerly of Newark, died August 20, 2008, at age 85. Born in Rice Lake, WI, Dorothy graduated from Marquette University with a degree in Medical Technology. Incredibly creative. strong and always giving, Dorothy was a medical researcher, artist, jazz trumpet musician and golfer. Her love of life, strong faith and commitment to others inspired her to be a leader advocate for the Wayne Co. Medical Society Auxiliary, St. Michael Church, Newark Country Club and numerous community groups. Friends may call Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Anthony Funeral Chapel , 2305 Monroe Ave., Brighton. A Funeral Mass will held on Monday, August 25 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes, 150 Varinna Drive, Rochester, NY 14618. Interment at White Haven Memorial Park. A loving wife and mother, predeceased by her husband of 50 years, James M. Flanagan, MD. Blessed with her children, Jeriann McEvoy (Michael), James (Cathy), and Kathryn; grandchildren Kellie, Linda, Andee and Tessa McEvoy, Mary and Meghan Flanagan; cherished cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Robert McCann and the wonderful staff of caregivers at Highland Hospital. In lieu of flowers, and in celebration of her 70 years' success managing Type I Diabetes, contributions may be made to Joslin High Hopes Fund, Joslin Diabetes Center, Development Office, One Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215, www.joslin.org/GivingToJoslin.asp. In honor of her great faith, donations can be made to St. Bede Monastery, 1190 Priory Road, PO Box 66, Eau Claire, WI. 54702, www.saintbede.org
Please visit www.anthonychapels.com to learn more and share stories about Dorothy's life.

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August 21, 2008

Morales, Hector - Hector Morales, 64, of Rt. 31, Newark, died Saturday, Aug 16, 2008 at Newark Wayne Hospital. Funeral services will be held in Salinas, Puerto Rico. Hector was born in Aibonito, Puerto Rico, December 21, 1943, son of Santos & Julia Ortiz Morales. He worked at Seneca Foods in his earlier years. Survived by his companion, Joy Pike, 2 daughters, Sonia Morales of Florida, & Jessica Morales of Clyde. Sons, Hector Morales Jr. of Camden, N.J. & William of Newark, Roberto Lopez of Newark. 21 grandchildren, l great-grandchild. Sisters, Luz Maria Lopez, Carmen I, Ada Cristina, Maria L. Ana M. Morales. Brothers, Aurelio, Luis Andre & Digno Morales. Stepchildren, John & Dennis Pike, Daniel Schmitt. Nieces, nephews, many friends. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Newark.

Crespo, Tina - Tina L. Crespo, 50, of Blue Cut Road, Newark, died Tuesday, August 19 at her home. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. Tina was born in Lyons, December 21, 1957, the daughter of Frederick and Betty Forjone Simmons. She was a secretary for Hallagan Manufacturing Co. in Newark for 27 years. Mrs. Crespo was a member of St. Michael's Church. She is survived by her husband Alex, brothers Rick Simmons, of South Butler, Dennis Simmons of Sodus Point, Andy Simmons of Buffalo, a sister, Jean Curtin of North Carolina, and several nieces, nephews and aunts, uncles, and cousins. Memorials made be directed to Lifetime Care, 1120 South Main St., Newark. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Condolences may be sent to www.pusaterifunerals.com

McGee, Elvira - Elvira McGee, 72, formerly of Maple St. Rd., Lyons died Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at Blossom View Nursing Home. No services are planned. Elvira was born in New York City, Dec. 24, 1935, daughter of Edgar & Anna Richardson Howell. She had worked in her earlier years as a maid in housekeeping in New York City at the Hilton. Survived by her husband of 27 years, her children, Alice Denise Bowens of Chopa, Maryland, Robert Lee Pinder of NC, Juliet McBride of N. Babylon, NY, 17 stepchildren, 9 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Boeheim Pusateri Funeral Home, Lyons

Vardabash, Gabriel F. "Gabe" "Mayor" - Gabriel F. Vardabash, 85, of Elmer St., died Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at Geneva General Hospital. Friends may call Friday, August 22 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Boheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons. Funeral mass Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Michael's Church, Lyons. Burial in Elmwood Cemetery with full military rites accorded. Memorials to the Lyons Fire Dept. Gabe was born in Geneva, March 9, 1923, son of Louis & Leonarda Bruno Vardabash. He operated a grocery store in Lyons for 30 yrs. He had worked for Loson's Big M for 15 years. Gabe served as Lyons village trustee from April 1956 to March 1966. He was Mayor of Lyons from April 1985 to March 1997. He served in the Army, 204 Battalion from April 1942 to September 1946. He was active in the Democratic party, where he served on the Lyons and Wayne County level. He was a member of the Lyons Fire Dept. Co. #5. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW of Lyons. He had been a member of the Lyons Elks Lodge. He was citizen of the year in 1992 warded by the Lyons Chamber. Lyons meant so much to Gabe, he just loved people and they loved him. Survived by his wife of 36 years, betty Jane Mullins Vardabash, 2 sons, Louis (Krista) of Fairport and Gary of Rochester. 2 Step daughters, Toni Prutzman and Linda Parker of Lyons. 7 step grandchildren, 2 step great grandchildren, 3 sisters, Lou Cerio and Rose Sollenne of Geneva and Louise Cook of Canandaigua, sister-in-law, Louise Petrus of Lyons and many loving nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his first wife Mae Petrus Vardabash in 1966, sisters, Laura, Daisy, Elizabeth, Dolly, Lena, Brothers, Frank, Patrick and James.

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Hickok, Marjorie - Marjorie Hickok, 85, longtime resident of Canton, PA passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2008, at the Bethany Manor in Horseheads, NY. Marjorie R. Hickok was born on May 7, 1923 in Laquin, PA; the only daughter of ten children born in the family of the late James and Lila (Leonard) Hartford. She owned and operated the popular eatery, Hickok’s Restaurant in Canton for many years. Marge was a generous and kind-hearted woman who was also known to speak her mind. Devoted to her family, she will be remembered as a loving sister, mother and grandmother. Marge was a wonderful baker and cook; cheesecakes were one of her many specialties. She loved times spent with family, her home at Canton Lake and crocheting. Marge also felt blessed and protected by a guardian angel. She enjoyed collecting angels and always wore one. Calling hours will be noon - 1 p.m., Sunday, August 24 at Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Dr., in Canton. A memorial service and celebration of Marge’s life will follow at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Jasper Smith officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Surviving are her children, Sharon Herbert of Pittston, PA, Carlene Vanaman of Tampa, FL, Connie (Bruce) Cutler of Newark, NY and Bena (Roger) Harman of Millerton, PA; 13 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; siblings, Reed (Janice) Hartford of Wheelerville, PA, Lawrence (Neva) Hartford of Shunk, PA, Earl (Sandy) Hartford and Harland (Connie) Hartford all of Canton; sisters-in-law, Dolores Hartford of Troy, PA, Brenda Hartford-Higley and Mary Hartford both of Canton and Pat Hartford of Alba, PA; many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her husband, Thad Hickok, who died in 1972, Marge was predeceased by two sons, Alan "Punk" Williams and Chuck Eckman; five brothers, Robert, Dean, Glen, Dale and James Hartford; a sister-in-law, Ora Hartford and a son-in-law, Willie Herbert. Those who wish may make memorials in her name to The American Cancer Soc., 1948 E. Third St. Williamsport, PA 17701 or the Alzheimer’s Assoc of N.E. PA, 63 N. Franklin St. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701.

Knorr, Marlene E. - Marlene Elizabeth Knorr, 54, of Newark, died Saturday, August 16, 2008 at the Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Marlene was born the daughter of the late Maurice and Betty Simmons Teeter on August 23, 1953 in Sodus. She enjoyed working with crafts and puzzles. And when it came to watching movies on TV no one could even come close to John Wayne. There will be no prior calling hour or funeral services. Family and friends may attend a Graveside Service Saturday, August 23, 2008 at Port Gibson Cemetery at 11 a.m. Marlene will be remembered by her daughter Nancie; sisters Nancy (Elbert) Goodman of FL, Kathy Quigley of Newark and Heather Yonker and her fiancé Covington of Wolcott; many nieces and nephews including a special niece Katrina (Jarrod) Abel of Gloversville, NY. In memory of Marlene please consider donations to the American Lung Association, 1595 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14620.

Testa, Thomas - Thomas Testa, 62, of Clyde, died unexpectedly on July 2, 2008. He was the son of Willie M. Testa and the late Sam Testa. He attended Auburn schools, Alfred Tech and was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam era and was self employed. Thomas will be missed by many. He was a loving son, brother, nephew and friend who was always willing to lend a helping hand. He was loved by everyone. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, August 30 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Church, Auburn, NY. Langham Funeral Home, 75 E. Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021, is handling arrangements. He is survived by his mother, Willie M. Tetsa (formerly of Auburn), now of Ballston Lake, NY ; his twin sister Patricia Testa Finkle of Ballston Lake; numerous aunts, including Ann Testa and family of Auburn, uncles and cousins all from Auburn, N. Carolina and Clyde and by the Gaylo and Parisi families of Auburn. The family requests that remembrances be made to the Testa Family Scholarship in care of Cayuga Community College, 197 Franklin St., Auburn, NY 13021.

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August 18, 2008

Fanning, Dorothy - Dorothy M. Fanning, of Geneva/Newark, 88, died on Friday, August 15, 2008 at the Geneva General Hospital. Friends may call Tuesday (August 19th) from 4 – 7 PM at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark.  Father Mark Brewer will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM on Wednesday, August 20 at St. Michael’s Church, South Main Street, Newark.  Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Michael’s School, 325 South Main Street, Newark, New York 143513 or to DeSale’s High School, 90 Pulteney Street, Geneva, New York 14456. Mrs. Fanning was born on March 20, 1920, in Java Center, New York, the daughter of Clifford and Loretta Dalton Hovey.  She was a graduate of Canandaigua Academy in 1938.  She was a long time resident of Newark and recently resided at Seneca Lake Terrace in Geneva.  Dorothy worked as a hairdresser in her mother’s beauty shop in Canandaigua as a young woman and then spent many years raising and caring for her family.  In the 1970s, Dorothy was a real estate agent in Newark.  She was a communicant of St. Michael’s Church in Newark. She is survived by two sons Michael (Nancy) of Alexandria, Va. and Jeffrey (Karen) of Geneva, five grandchildren Mathew, Kathleen, Ryan, Kevin and Christopher, a great granddaughter Isabelle.  In 1998, Dorothy was predeceased by love of her life Robert Fanning after 52 years of marriage.  Also predeceasing her are a daughter Kathleen in 1973, a sister Margaret Lytle in 2004 and a brother Robert Hovey in 2008. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

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August 13, 2008

Fitzpatrick, Martha - Martha H. Fitzpatrick, 84, of Newark, died August 7, 2008 at the DeMay Living Center. Friends may attend a funeral service at 11 a.m. Friday, August 15 at Norman Waterman Funeral Home, 124 W. Miller St. in Newark. Interment will be in the East Newark Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the DeMay Living Center, 100 Sunset Dr., Newark 14513. Martha was born Dec. 24, 1923, in Teaberry, Kentucky, daughter of the late Sie and Dolly Hamilton. She was raised in Kentucky. She lived most of her life in California, where she was employed in the aerospace industry for many years. Martha is survived by her husband, Robert T. Fitzpatrick of Newark; sons, Gary (Janice) Fitzpatrick of Newark and James Douglas (Rosemary) Fitzpatrick of Queensland, Australia. She is survived by three brothers, one sister, one half brother, two half sisters, three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

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August 12, 2008

Magill, Jim - James F. Magill, 86, of Lyons died August 11, 2008. Jim was born in Seneca Falls, March 29, 1922, son of Howard Thomas & Julia White Magill. He was a 1939 graduate of Holy Family High School in Auburn. He received a B.A. from St. Bonaventure University & a M.A. from the University of Rochester. He retired in 1977 from a position as English instructor at Lyons High School. He taught 30 years. He served on the Lyons Village Zoning Board of Appeals as a member and as Chairman. He had been a member of the Town of Lyons Board of Assessors and had earned NYS Professional Assessor designation. He was active in duplicated bridge circles & had achieved the status of American contract Bridge League life master. He was a certified ACBL game director. He was active in Elderhostel with Mrs. Magill including 3 programs on the Hawaiian Islands. He & his wife were Co-chairman of the Lyons Chapter of the American Field Service for a year and hosted a foreign exchange student. He held an Amateur Radio License. He was a member of St. Michael's Church. He had been a Cancer survivor and was one of the last survivors of those who contracted Polio during the epidemic of the early 1920. Survived by his wife, Jean Bennett Magill; daughters, Eileen VanNorman of Newark, Katherine (Dennis) Alvaro of Lyons; granddaughters, Adrienne and Meredith Alvaro; stepson, Rick VanNorman of Arizona; sister, Julia Gagnier of Auburn; nieces, nephews, sister-in-law, Marie Magill. Predeceased by his sister, Joan Gawlicky, brothers, Peter, Paul and Thomas Magill, son-in-law, Fred VanNorman. Friends may call Friday 4-7 at Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons. Funeral mass Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Michael's Church, Lyons. Graveside service Monday 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Auburn. Memorials appreciated, at Lyons Public Library or Newark Public Library, Newark-Wayne Community Hospital Foundation, or St. Michael's Church, Lyons.

Morell, Gary - Gary D. Morell, 67, of Palmyra died August 11, 2008. Gary practiced law in Palmyra for more than 40 years, at Converse & Morell. He was involved in community activities including Pal-Mac Rotary Club, Palmyra Masonic Lodge and Wayne Co. Industrial Development Agency. He is survived by his wife, Rosalie; children Deanna Morell, John (Michele) Morell, and Diane Kelly; grandchildren Hanna, Sara and Emma Kelly, Nicolette and Lillian Morell; mother-in-law, Rose Scorza; sister-in-law Phyllis (Robert) Plass of Hyde Park; many good friends. Calling hours are Aug. 13, from 2-4 and 7-9 at McGuire/Hargrave & Murphy Funeral Home, 123 East Jackson St., Palmyra. Funeral Service will be held 10:30 Thursday morning, at Zion Episcopal Church, Palmyra, followed by his burial at Palmyra Cemetery. Donations in his name will be appreciated, at the Palmyra Community Center.

Carlson, Marilyn - Marilyn Laurine Carlson, 66, formerly of Newark, died August 5, 2008 in Jacksonville, Florida. She was predeceased by her parents, Glenn and Bertha Carlson. Survived by her children, Randy Blankenberg, Debra (Mike) Stevens, Bruce Blankenberg and stepson, Eddie Carlson. Granddaughters, Michelle and Emily. Brother, Lanford Carlson. Services will be held in Lakeland, Florida.

Ameele, Spike - Edwin W. 'Spike' Ameele, fomer Supervisor of the Town of Williamson, died August 8, 2008 at Blossom View Nursing Home, Sodus. A Celebration of Life is being held today, Aug. 12 at 3 p.m. at Young Funeral Home in Williamson. Interment will be in Lake View Cemetery, Pultneyville. He was born June 5, 1911 in East Williamson. He graduated from Sodus High School and Rochester School of Commerce. He traveled through much of western New York for many years as a fertilizer salesman for the F.S. Royster Co.. He also worked many years for the Wayne County Growers and Processors finding labor to work on local farms and in the plants of Food Processors, and served on their Board of Directors. During WWII helped establish several POW camps in Wayne County. After the war, he supervised camps that were retained in Marion, Lyons, and Williamson to house migrant and contract laborers. He served multiple terms as an Assessor and two terms as Supervisor of the Town of Williamson. He was a member of the Orphix Fraternity of Williamson and member of the Pultneyville Masonic Lodge F & AM. He was a member of the East Williamson Fire Department. Spike was married to Irene Bruno for 66 years, until her death in 2004. Surviving are his sister, Lillian Charles of Rochester; sons, Reginald (Betsy) of Baldwinsville, Robert (Middy) of Coto de Caza, CA, and Randall (Chris) of Glastonbury, CT; seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and many cousins. Memorials appreciated to East Williamson Fire Department, P.O. Box 191, East Williamson 14449.

Smith, Betty Ann - Betty Ann (DiSanto) Smith, 44, of Sodus died August 10, 2008. A service in celebration of her life will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Presbyterian Church in Sodus Center. She is survived by her husband, Jeffrey; children Brianna, Hannah and Colton; her mother Charlene DiSanto; sisters Doreen (Russ) Hartranft, Pam (John) Kellogg and Tina Arliss; grandmother Ethel Short; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Betty Ann was predeceased by her father Harold DiSanto. Interment will be at the Sodus Rural Cemetery. Memorials to assist with the children's education may be directed to Jeffrey Smith, 4681 Maple Ridge Rd., Marion 14505. Arrangements entrusted to the Norton Funeral Home; www.hsnorton.com

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August 11, 2008

Blair, Bob - Robert Lewis Blair, 78, of East Palmyra, died August 7, 2008, at the DeMay Living Center in Newark. He was born in Canandaigua, on May 20, 1930, son of Raymond and Hazel Allen Blair. He graduated from the Canandaigua Academy in 1949. He worked for Margrove Dairy and retired in 1990 from Mobil, where he had worked as a lift truck operator for 18 years. Bob was a member of the East Palmyra Presbyterian Church and the Canandaigua Kiwanis Club. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Sonja; children Patricia Busby, Deborah Weitzel, Robert (Pamela), Mary (Roger) Soucie, Michael (Karen), Augustus (Tanja), Mark (Sharon) Morganti, Jan Morganti, Kim Morganti; fourteen grandchildren; five great grandchildren; sisters-in-law Marilyn (Grant) Fletcher, Nancy Blair and Joy Blair; nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 4-5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 15 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark where funeral services will follow at 5 p.m. He was predeceased in 1971 by his first wife, Emma Boop Blair; by grandson Eric Weitzel in 2007; and by two brothers, Francis and Raymond 'Ted.' Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Hurdle, William - William W. Hurdle, 56, of Newark died at home on Aug. 7, 2008. He was predeceased by his mother Barbara. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Rose., sons Erik and Bryan Hurdle, granddaughter Danielle Hurdle, Father J. Philip Hurdle, brothers Philip and Robert Hurdle, sister Elizabeth Marshall, several nieces, nephew and friends. Arrangements entrusted to Stevens Funeral Home in Marion.

Olson, Herb - Herbert V. Olson, 90, of Layton Street Road, died August 8, 2008 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Herb was born March 7, 1918 in Akeley, Minnesota, son of Axel C. & Pearl Sutliff Olson. Herb farmed outside of Lyons for over 50 years raising beef, pork, and raw crops. Herb is a World War II Veteran serving in 1942 through the Normandy Invasion to the Battle of Metz with the 90th Infantry Division. He was awarded the Purple Heart & Bronze Star. He was a member of St. Michael's Church in Lyons & American Legion & Veteran of Foreign Wars, and Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War. He is survived by his wife, Alice Petrus Olson; three sons, Thomas of Groton, Daniel (Patricia) of Lyons, Steven (Susan) of Lyons; nine grandchildren; two sisters, Marian Ruby Goodrich of Minnesota and Barbara Salton of Iowa; three brothers, Charles of West Union, Iowa, Dean of Sheldon, Iowa, and Palmer of Storm Lake, Iowa. He was predeceased by three sisters, Theone Harris, Phyllis Goebel and Deltha Barber. Herbert was the oldest of nine children. Calling hours are today, August 11, 4-7 p.m. at Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons. A Mass will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Michael's Church, Lyons. Burial with full military rites will be in South Lyons Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the church.

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August 7, 2008

Mull, Gertrude - Gertrude Mull, 80, formerly of Sodus Point, died August 3, 2008 in Florida. She is survived by her children: Richard (Faye) of Anderson, SC, Kathy Mull (Frank Monachino) of Newark, Patricia (George) Dudley of SC, Roxanne (Thomas) Garren of Fort White, Florida; 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; brothers Leon of Florida and Sherman of Tennessee; nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 15 at Sodus Rural Cemetery, where she will be interred beside her husband Paul. Arrangements entrusted to the Norton Funeral Home of Sodus.

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August 5, 2008

Pfifer, George - George Thomas Pfifer, 90, of Naples, Florida, formerly of Newark, died July 31, 2008. He was born April 28, 1918 in Newark and graduated from Newark High School. He attended Duquesne University on a basketball scholarship and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in 1940. He married Jane Hatsell on July 5, 1941. He served in the Army during World War II and was stationed in Berlin, Germany. After being discharged from the service, he became a Public Accountant and earned his CPA in 1948. He retired as President of Howmet Aluminum Corporation in December 1979. He and Jane enjoyed traveling and were avid golfers. He continued to serve on boards of national corporations until the mid 1990s. He is survived by his wife, Jane; six children: Kathleen Rosburgh, Susan Jill Martuza, Patricia MacDougall, Michael Pfifer, Joseph Pfifer, and Melinda Blum; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A memorial mass will be held Saturday, August 9 in Florida. Arrangements - www.fullerfuneralhome.com

Bagshaw, Louise - Louise S. Bagshaw, RN, 80, died August 2, 2008 at the Blossom View Nursing Home in Sodus. She was born December 9, 1927 in Rochester. She was a graduate of Highland Hospital School of Nursing in Rochester; she took postgraduate training at the University of Rochester. She worked at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital as supervisor of the operating and recovery rooms from its opening in 1957 until her retirement in 1987. She was a member of the Upstate New York Chapter of Association of Operating Room Nurses, serving as Chair of the budget and finance committee and later as President. A member of the national AORN, she was elected to the Board of Directors and later was elected National Treasurer. She was a member of the American Nursing Association. She is survived by her brother Jack (Sharon) Catteau of NC; many nieces and nephews; devoted caregiver and niece Nadine Poormon of Marion. She was predeceased by her sisters Leola Kipphut and Lois Klomparans. Please consider donations to Via Health of Wayne Foundation Cardiac Rehab Fund, 1200 Driving Park Ave., Newark 14513. Arrangements by Waterman Funeral Home.

Fagner, Ada - Ada Tyler Fagner, 79 of Clifton Springs died July 31, 2008. Ada was born Nov. 26, 1928 in Clifton Springs, daughter of Silas and Maude Finch Tyler. She was a graduate of Clifton Springs High School class of 1947. Ada worked at Shuron Optical until her marriage to Richard Fagner on May 28, 1948. She was a member of Royal Garoga OES #425 and Rebekah Lodge #406 for over 60 years. She was also a member of Seeley B. Parish American Legion Auxiliary and charter member of Northern Central NY Firemen's Volunteer Assn. Auxiliary. Ada was a member of the Clifton Springs Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary. She was a volunteer at Clifton Springs Hospital at the information desk for more than 30 years. Ada also spent a brief time as Town of Phelps Deputy Clerk until her retirement in 1991. Ada is survived by her husband, Richard Fagner; son, Walter (Linda) Fagner of Clifton Springs; daughters, Susan Mully of Canandaigua and Joan (Stephen) Shirley of Lyons; grandchildren, Jason and Jennifer Mully; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Ada is predeceased by her parents, her brother, Lawrence 'Bill' Tyler, and son-in-law, Daniel Mully. Friends are invited to attend a celebration of her life 11 a.m., August 16 at St. John's Episcopal Church, Clifton Springs. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery. Memorials appreciated at the House of John or St. John's Episcopal Church. Arrangements entrusted to the Patrick Funeral Home, Clifton Springs.

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August 4, 2008

Thomas, Marjorie - Marjorie A. Thomas, 85, of Sodus died August 2, 2008. She was predeceased by her husband John in 1987, and son Stephen in 2003. She is survived by her daughter Carol (Bruce) Godsave of Geneseo, and son Gary (Penny) Thomas of Sodus; grandchildren Aaron (Susan) Thomas, Dawn (Michael) Hermanet, Bayard (Sarah Marine) Godsave and William (Rachel) Godsave; great grandchildren Jonathan Thomas, Taylor, Ryan and Dayna Hermanet; and her aunt Hilda Ball. Calling hours are today, Aug. 4 from 5-7 p.m. at the Norton funeral Home, West Main Street in Sodus. A service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, with a reception I following at United Third Methodist Church of Sodus. Interment will be at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Leesburg, Florida. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be directed to the Finger Lakes Community Cancer Center, 6 Coulter Road, Clifton Springs 14432.

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August 1, 2008

Vanderlyke, Herb - Herbert M. Vanderlyke, 53, of Newark and Lyons, died July 26, 2008 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. He was born January 17, 1955, in Lyons, son of Herbert and Beatrice Schmitt Vanderlyke. He was a 1973 graduate of Newark High School. Herb was a welder and torch cutter for Garlock, Inc. for 21 years. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Michele 'Micky' of Lyons, daughter Brandy of Newark, son Herbert Jr. of Lyons, brother Michael (Karensue) of East Palmyra, two grandchildren Herbert III and Sarah Rotondo, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased in 2000 by his father and in 1998 by his mother. Arrangements entrusted to Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Michael's Church, Newark, and interment is in South Lyons Cemetery. Memorials in his name may be sent to American Diabetes Association, 160 Allen Creek Road, Rochester 14618; or Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Road, Lyons 14489.

Siler, Shirley - Shirley A. Siler, 73, of Newark died July 31, 2008 at the Newark Manor. Shirley was born April 6, 1935 in Savannah, daughter of the late Percy and Elizabeth Hand Shove. She retired in 1999 from Fold-Pak in Newark. She was a member of the AVSO and the American Legion Auxiliary in Newark. She is survived by her son Dale (Tracy) Graham of South Dakota; daughters Robin (Richard) Soggs of Newark and Dixie Glenn of Auburn; 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; brothers Raymond (Julie) Shove and Robert (Gail) Shove, both of Williamson; sisters Anne Manktelow of Williamson and Nancy (Irwin) Proseus of Marion; nieces and nephews; special friend William Edwards of Newark. Shirley was predeceased by her son Philip Graham, brother Richard Shove, and sister Virginia Graham. Calling hours are Sunday (Aug. 3) from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller St., Newark. A Funeral Service will be Monday (Aug. 4) at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Newark Cemetery. 

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July 31, 2008

Young, Glenn - Glenn A. Young, 80, of Newark died July 30, 2008 at his home on Hydesville Road. He was born on January 14,1928 in Town of Palmyra, the son of Vernon and Leah Poyzer Young. He graduated from Newark High School in 1946. He was a designer and builder of many homes in the area. He was dedicated to the restoration of old homes. An avid Lake Ontario sailor, he loved to restore boats. He was a member of Rochester Home Builders Association, where he served on the board, and the Wine Country Classic Boat Association. He was a member of the East Palmyra Presbyterian Church. He was active in the Newark Rotary Club and was a Paul Harris Fellow. He belonged to the Newark Masonic Lodge and the Newark Elks. He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Bernice Humbert Young, his mother Leah P. Young, his sons Scott (Jayne) of Fairport, David (Julia) of Newark, Timothy (Kimberly) of Fairport, seven grandchildren Michael, Jason, Laura, Nicole, Zachary, Joshua and Nathan; two sisters Ellen Rich of Marion, Jane McPherson of Fairport, several nieces and nephews. Calling hours are August 1 (Friday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller St., Newark. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on August 2 at the funeral home. Burial will be in East Palmyra Cemetery. Memorials will be appreciated at East Palmyra Fire Department or East Palmyra Presbyterian Church.

Vanderlyke, Herb - Herbert L. Vanderlyke, 72, died July 27, 2008. Herb was born August 21, 1935 in Sodus, son of Herbert and Hebbue Dunning Vanderlyke. He served in the Air Force from 1952 to 1955. He lived in the Newark area most of his life. Survived by his caregivers, the Thomas Dutcher Family of Newark. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Newark.

Gaspodarski, Carl - Carl Gaspodarski, 66, of Newark died July 29, 2008. Carl was born January 2, 1942 in Buffalo, son of Leo and Tillie Weslowski Gaspodarski. He lived in the Newark area most of his life. A graveside service will be held August 1, at 1:30 p.m. at East Newark Cemetery. He is survived by two brothers, Paul and Larry, and five sisters, Terry, Leona, Jerry, Carol and JoanMarie. Arrangements entrusted to Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Newark.

Gary, Dorothy - Dorothy E. Gary, 79, of Clyde died July 29, 2008 at Newark Hospital. Dorothy was born in Pulaski, October 31, 1928. She was a home health aide for many years. She was a resident of the Newark Manor. She is survived by her son, Edward Wadsworth of Canandaigua; daughter, Linda (Mike Bennett) Odell of Waterloo, daughter in law, Rose Wadsworth, grandson, Larry Wadsworth Jr., nieces, and nephews. A memorial service will be held August 1 at 10 a.m. at Pusateri Funeral Home, 68 Sodus St., Clyde, with the Rev. Dan Benedict officiating.

Meyers, Bob - Robert 'Bob' Earl Meyers, 71, of Macedon died July 29, 2008 at Rochester General Hospital. Bob was born February 15, 1937 in Rochester, son of the late Hubert and Lois Brei Meyers. He was a 1955 graduate of East Rochester High School. Employed at American Can Co. for 31 years as an electrician, he retired in 1987. After his retirement from American Can, he established the Bob Meyers Electric Co. He repaired and built computers. Bob was a life member of the East Rochester Presbyterian Church, North American Hunting Club and the North American Fishing Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and most of all, second to none, his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Elaine Ryan Meyers; sons Walter (Sherry) Meyers of IL and Garry Akins II of Newark; daughters Deborah Podolak of IL and Lorri (Doug) Keyton of Clyde; eight grandchildren; brother Gregg (Renee) Meyers of Churchville; sister Gail Meyers of E. Rochester; nieces and nephews; mother-in-law Edith Ryan. He was predeceased by his son Kerry Akins and son-in-law Stephen Podolak. Calling hours are August 1 from 5 to 8 at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, West Miller St., Newark. A Service will be Saturday (Aug. 2) at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Phil Davis officiating. Burial will be in Marion Cemetery with full military honors. Please consider donations to the East Rochester First Presbyterian Church, 109 East Ave., East Rochester, 14445. 

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July 30, 2008

Siler, Fran - Francis C. Siler, 81, of Newark died July 29, 2008. He was born February 12, 1927 in Newark, son of John and Anna Vanderbrook Siler. He entered the Army upon graduating from Newark High School in 1945 and served with the occupational forces in Germany. Fran and his wife Sue were married nearly 58 years. He had worked at Bloomer Bros. in Newark, and Voplex in Rochester. In 1992, he retired from Rendoll Paper in Rochester where he had worked for over 20 years as assistant plant manager. Later he worked for three years at D'Amico Plumbing in Geneva. He was a communicant of St. Michael's Church, where he was an usher for many years. Fran was a 60-year member of the Newark Fire Department, NY Central Hose Company #5, and a life member of the Newark Elks. He was a member of the August Mauer Post American Legion and Arcadia Memorial Post VFW. He is survived by his wife, Assunta 'Sue' Siler; a daughter Denise Barry of Liverpool; seven grandchildren: Alene Siler Clark, John Anthony Siler, Ryan and Sean Barry, Neil Siler, Jennifer Siler and Devon Siler; four great-grandchildren; a brother Richard (Dolores) Siler of Newark; nieces and nephews. Fran was predeceased by his parents, son Jeffrey, sister Cora Johnston, and brothers John Jr. and Hubert. Calling hours will be Friday, August 1 from 4 to 8 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. Father Mark Brewer will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. on August 2 at St. Michael's Church, South Main Street. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials appreciated to St. Michael's Church or St. Michael School, 401 South Main Street, Newark 14513.

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June 28, 2008

Mussack, Richard - Richard C. Eyer Mussack, 86, of Phelps died July 24, 2008 at the DeMay Living Center in Newark. Richard was born Jan. 5, 1922, in Hornellsville, Steuben County, the son of Clayson and Helen Eyer. His father died in 1928 and the family moved to Newark. Richard's mother remarried William Mussack, who adopted both Richard and his twin brother, Raymond. Richard graduated from Newark High School and enlisted in the Army on Nov. 10, 1940. He was stationed on Oahu when Pearl Harbor was attacked. He served with the 25th Infantry Division of Guadalcanal, northern Solomons and Luzon Island in the Philippines. He returned home on June 23, 1945, and was honorably discharged July 22, 1945. He married Betty Abbott on Feb. 22, 1946. He worked for Newark State School for 29 and 1/2 years. After retiring, he went to work for Agway. He was a part-time police officer in Phelps for 20 years. Richard was a member of the Woodlane Community Church in Newark. He is survived by his wife, Betty Mussack; children, Kevin Richard (Marcia) Mussack of Seneca Castle and Sylvia May (Howard) Hughson of Phelps; three grandchildren, Victoria Ann 'Tori,' Rachael Celeste and Andrew James. He was predeceased in 1963 by his son, Raymond; his parents, and his twin brother, Raymond. Calling hours are 12:30 to 2 p.m. Thursday (July 31) at the Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main St., Phelps. Services will follow at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Lynn Spence officiating. Burial will be in Resthaven Cemetery. Memorials appreciated at the DeMay Living Center, 100 Sunset Drive, Newark 14513.

Jendrick, Louis - Louis R. Jendrick, 70, of Lyons, died July 27, 2008. Louis was born September 15, 1937, son of Otto and Beatrice Brown Jendrick. He was a member of AA, where he had many friends. A Mass will be held at l0 a.m. on Saturday, August 2, at St. Michael's Church, Lyons. Luncheon following in church hall. Burial will be made at convenience of family. He Is survived by his wife of 13 years, Ruth, four children, David (Linda), Wendy, Lori, and Cindy Jendrick; Six Fleisher stepchildren: Christina, Joe (Janet), Amy (Joe), Dan (Claire), Katie (Scott), David (Falisha), and many grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wayne County Humane SocIety. Arrangements by Boehelm-Pusateri Funeral Home, Lyons NY. 

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Williams, Robert, "Bobby" - Robert "Bobby" Williams, 65, of Savannah, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at the Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Bobby was born the son of the late Wellington and Lillian Johnston Williams on November 16, 1942 in Buffalo. He enjoyed engaging with people he met, one on one. Bobby was very much loved by his family and friends. He was a joy to be around and sensitive of others. Family and friends may attend a Memorial Service, Thursday, July 31, at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. Burial will follow in Crusoe Cemetery in Tyre, NY. Bobby will be remembered by his brother and sister-in-law Richard and Kathleen Williams of MA; nephew Robert of Ohio; niece Cortney Williams of Florida; advocate and good friend Regina Krolak; many friends and staff at Savannah IRA House and Phelps Day Program. In memory of Bobby, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to FL DDSO in memory of Robert Williams, 620 Westfall Rd., Rochester, 14620.

Boos, Dorothy L. - Dorothy L. Boos, 88, of Oaks Corners/Geneva, died peacefully Thursday, July 24, 2008 at the Geneva Living Center South. Mrs. Boos was born the daughter of the late Alonzo and Rose Case Smith on December 29, 1919 in Albion, NY. Over the years she had worked for Bausch & Lomb and Hickok Co. in Rochester and Hallagan Manufacturer Co. in Newark. Walking and listening to music were two very enjoyable pass time for her. Also working in her vegetable garden and reaping the benefits was rewarding to her and her family. Mrs. Boos was a member of the TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) Geneva Chapter for 30 years. Family and friends may call Monday, July 28, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark where a Funeral Service will follow calling with Rev. Dan Benedict officiating. A private burial will take place in S. Lyons Cemetery. Mrs. Boos will be remembered by her daughter Clara Groescup of Oaks Corners; son and daughter-in-law Ralph and Joyce Miller of Newark; 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; sister Frances Peglow of Albion; brothers Clark (Clara) Smith of Albion and Alonzo (Ina) Smith of Geneva; many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Boos was predeceased by her husband Leslie in 1985; sisters Norma Albone and Milliscent Smith; brothers Ralph, Rodney and Howard Smith. In memory of Mrs. Boos, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Clara Groescup, c/o the funeral home.

Barclay, Gene R. -Gene R. Barclay, 55, of Sodus, died Thursday, July 24, following a lengthy illness. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, August 1, at the Sodus Rural Cemetery. A long time area farmer, Gene is survived by his son Jeramy (Pam) Barclay; grandsons Michael, Cody and Zackery; brother Larry (Linda) Barclay; sisters Odessa (Jim) Pettit and Shirley Wren; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Gene was predeceased by his parents Ernest and Eleanor Barclay and by sister Betty Foote. Contributions in memory of Gene may be directed to the Sodus Center Fire Department. Arr: Norton Funeral Home. www.hsnorton.com

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July 23, 2008

Anderson, Eleanor - Eleanor T. Anderson, 84, formerly of the Armstrong Living Center, Newark, died July 22, 2008, at the House of John in Clifton Springs. Eleanor was born September 14, 1923, in Rome, NY, to Frank E. and Winnie Wolfe. She retired as secretary to the principal of French Road School in Brighton, and she loved to play the organ. She was a long-time resident of Palmetto, Florida. She is survived by her daughter Priscilla (Paul) Utter of Newark, niece Nancy Venette of Fairport, seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Eleanor was predeceased by her husband Carlton E. Andy in 2006 and son Paul A. in 2005. Memorials may be made in her name to the House of John, 14 Spring Street, Clifton Springs 14432. Calling hours are Friday, July 25, from 5-8 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 26 at the United Church, 11 Gibson Street, Canandaigua. Burial will be in the West Leyden Cemetery.

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July 21, 2008

Pruner, Marian - Marian F. Pruner, 84, of Newark died July 17, 2008. She was born on April 11, 1924 in Buffalo, daughter of Albert and Pauline Kehnel Schroeder. She was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Lyons. For nearly 20 years, Marian worked in the housekeeping department at the Wayne County Nursing Home. She is survived by two sisters, Sophia (Albert) Belcher and Alice (William) McAlpine of Buffalo, and nieces and nephews. Marian was predeceased in 1990 by her husband, Charles M., and in 2001 by her daughter Joyce Hagebock. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller St., Newark with Rev. Arthur Sziemeister officiating. Interment is in the Elmwood Cemetery in Lyons. Memorials may be made to the Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Road, Lyons 14489.

Delgado, Jose - Jose Rodriguez-Delgado Sr., 54, of Newark, died July 16, 2008 at Rochester General Hospital after a brief battle with cancer. Calling hours are today, July 21, from 5 to 8, followed by a funeral service. You may send memorial donations to the American Cancer Society, 1400 Winton Rd. N., Rochester 14609 or the Via Health of Wayne Foundation Cardiac Rehab Fund, 1200 Driving Park Ave., Newark 14513. Jose was born January 21, 1954 in Puerto Rico. He had worked for Seneca Foods Corp. in Newark. He is survived by his children Jennifer, Heather, Alexandra, Jose Jr., Jeremy, Justin and August; 17 grandchildren; sisters Margarita, Rosalia and Rosa Rodriguez; brothers Luis Delgado and Carmelo Rodriguez; nieces and nephews. You are invited to light a candle of condolence by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

Struck, Beatrice - Beatrice L. Struck, 92, died July 19, 2008 at the Clifton Springs Hospital Nursing Home. Beatrice was born November 25, 1915, in Kingston, Minnesota, daughter of George A. and Ellen Johnson Cooper. She lived in the area most of her life, most recently at the Spa Apartments in Clifton Springs. She was employed as a dental assistant for Dr. Kenfield in Phelps. She is survived by her children, Lorraine 'Lonnie' Lincoln of Clifton Springs, Gerald (Linda) Heusler of Keuka Park, Phillip (Linda) Heusler of Eliot, Maine, Sandi (Jim) Gschwend of Bradenton, FL; grandchildren, step-granddaughters, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Truman Struck; sisters, Irene Bolton and Vivian DuBois; brother, George Cooper; and son-in-law, George Lincoln. Calling hours are noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, at the Patrick Funeral Home, 26 W. Main St., Clifton Springs, where funeral service will follow. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute to the House of John, 14 Spring St., Clifton Springs 14432.

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July 18, 2008

Houck, Robert - Robert M. Houck, 63, of Sodus Point died unexpectedly on July 14, 2008. Bob is survived by his wife Christine; daughter Petty Officer 1st Class Melissa Bach; son-in-law Master Chief James Bach; sister Delores Dee (Paul) Batz of Ontario. He was predeceased by daughter Audra Audi in 1995, and by his parents Ralph and Doris Houck. Calling hours are this evening from 6 to 8 at the Norton Funeral Home in Sodus, where his funeral service will be held at 8 p.m. www.hsnorton.com

DuBois, Peter - Peter J. DuBois of Williamson, 90, died July 17, 2008. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII. He was retired from Garlock Inc. in Palmyra, and he was a member of the Williamson American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Mables) DuBois; children, Randall (June) DuBois of Sodus, Nadine Sorahan of Arizona James (Barbara DuBois of Sodus; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his sister Mary (Louis) DiSisto of Marion, brother James DuBois of Williamson, nieces and nephews. Celebration of his Life is set for Saturday, July 19 at 1:30 p.m. at Williamson Reformed Church. Interment will be in Lake View Cemetery in Pultneyville. Memorials appreciated to Williamson Vol. Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 99, Williamson 14589; arrangements entrusted to Young Funeral Home in Williamson.

Shultz, Ollie - Ollie C. Shultz, 98, of Newark died July 12, 2008. She was born Sept. 7, 1909 in Phelps, daughter of Bert and Josephine Thoms Glimpse. She was a member of Park Presbyterian Church, Newark, and the Eastern Stars, Amitie Chapter. She is survived by two sons, William A. (Sherry) Shultz of Lyons, John (June) Shultz of Newark; two daughters, Joann (Chester) Woodhams of North Chili, Carol (Phil) Wilkie of Geneva; nine grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased in 1976 by her husband Fred. Arrangements were made by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home in Newark, (www.pusaterifunerals.com), with interment in South Lyons Cemetery.

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July 16, 2008

Nieves, Shorty - Alfonso Santos (Shorty) Nieves, 76, of Newark died July 11, 2008, at Newark Hospital. Shorty was born Oct., 30, 1931 in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, son of Antonio Santos and Virginia Nieves Torres Martinez. He retired from Mobil Chemical Co., with 25 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Virginia Davis Nieves; daughters Margarita (Glenn) Smith of Palmyra and Juanita (Will) Smith of Farmington; one sister; three grandchildren, Matthew, Maria, and Stephanie, and five great-grandchildren. He was predeceased in 2005 by his granddaughter, Renata. Calling hours will be Thursday, July 17 from 6-9 p.m. at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court, Newark, where services will be held Friday at 9:30 a.m. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery.

Scott, Cloverine - Cloverine, B. Scott, 89, formerly of Clyde, died July 11, 2008 at Blossom View Nursing Home. A Memorial Service will be held in Lake Monroe, Florida. Cloverine was born June 15, 1919 in Eaton, Georgia, daughter of Sidney and Nettie Boswell Scott. She had worked at Seneca Foods in Newark. She is survived by her brother, J.C. Scott of Lake Monroe, Florida, nieces, nephews, caregiver Geraldine Rouse, host of loyal friends. Arrangements were made by Pusateri Funeral Home, 68 Sodus, Clyde. Visit www.PusateriFunerals.com

Wright, Leon - Leon James Wright, 55, of Newark died July 6, 2008 following an accident. At the age of seven, Leon was adopted by Bruce and Aleida Wright. He will be missed by his only daughter, Jennifer; grandchildren, Jessica and Jayme; wife, Bonnie; longtime friend, Teresa Herman; and family and friends. Arrangements are by Patrick Funeral Home in Clifton Springs.

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July 14, 2008

Nellis, Mary - Mary M. Nellis, 91, of Lyons, died July 12, 2008 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Mary was born in Balleymoney, Northern Ireland, June 14, 1917, daughter of James and Elizabeth Gray McConaghie. She worked at Newark Developmental Center. She was a long time member of 1st Lutheran Church where she was a member of the quilters group and helped on Saturdays on the fried dough, which the church did at the Lyons Farmers Market. Survived by her daughter; Diane Nellis Russell of Lyons, Son, James (Maria) of Phoenix, NY; two grandchildren, Erin and Allen Gardner; two great-grandsons, Sebastian and Aidan Cushman; her brother Sammie McConaghie, of Northern Ireland; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles Reuben, in May 1987, and by her sister, Fanny Stratton, April 14, 2008. A memorial service will be Thursday, July 17, at 11 a.m. at 1st Lutheran Church, Broad St., Lyons. Memorials may be sent to the church. Burial will be in South Lyons Cemetery. Arrangements by the Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home in Lyons. www.pusaterifunearals.com

Simes, Lucy - Lucy N. Simes, 97, formerly of Fulton, died July 12, 2008. She is survived by her son, Gene (Anne) Simes; daughter-in-law, Isabella Simes; four granddaughters, Heidi (Jason), Wendy (Daveed), Gina (David) and Jasmeen (Alex); four great-grandchildren, Talia, Dean, Oliver and Paulo; special friend Betty. Services will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Wayne county Nursing Home, 1529 Nye Rd. Lyons 14489. www.fosterfuneralhome.com

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July 8, 2008

Blackman, Donald - Donald K. Blackman, 73, of Newark, died July 3, 2008 at his home on West Avenue. He was born September 6, 1934, in Newark, the son of Peter A. and Verna Keir Blackman. He had worked for Jackson & Perkins, Sarah Coventry, Ultralife Batteries and retired from the Newark Wayne Community Hospital in 1996. Donald enjoyed his daily walks around Newark. He is survived by his brother Robert (Anne) Blackman, a special cousin Beverly Bush, other cousins and many friends. Arrangements entrusted to Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. Burial is in Newark Cemetery. Memorials appreciated to Maranatha Baptist Church, 8721 Travell Road, Lyons 14489. 

Leonardson, Max - Maxwell A. 'Max' Leonardson, 82, of Newark, died July 4, 2008, after a long battle with Alzheimer's and cancer. Max was born September 19, 1925 in Indiana, to Suen and Mary Brewer Leonardson. He came to New York in 1960 and joined Xerox, where he was employed for 25 years. After retirement, he drove a school bus for North-Rose Wolcott for many years. Max was a veteran, having served in WWII. He was past commander of Wolcott American Legion and member of the Wolcott VFW. He attended the Alton Gospel Tabernacle. Friends called today at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court, Newark, and burial will be in North Rose Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Anita; daughters, Martha (Roger) Godfrey of LeRoy and Joanne (Rick) Subik Jr. of Rose; sons Thomas (Marsha) Dutcher of Newark and David Leonardson of Fort Wayne, IN; brother Norman of Franklin, KY, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two sons, Daniel Leonardson of Wolcott in 2002 and Terry Dutcher of Savannah in 2004. Memorials may be made to Newark Arcadia Vol. Ambulance, 310 Frey St., Newark 14513.

Walker, Helen - Helen Taylor Armitage Walker of Phelps and Clifton Springs, died July 5, 2008 in Naples. A memorial service will be held at the United Church of Phelps on Saturday, July 12 at 10 a.m. with a reception following. Burial will be in West Lodi Cemetery. Survivors are Karen (Herman) Armitage Parcero of Newark; Denise Armitage Cully of Fountain Valley, CA, Douglas (Ann) Armitage of Colleyville, Texas; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Helen is also survived by her brother Leon (Dorothy) Taylor of Newark, sisters Lettie Farrell of Phelps, and Doris (Wesley) Payne of Harmony, NC. Also survived by stepson W. Scott (Sandra M.) Walker of MS. Helen Walker was predeceased by husbands Vincent Clark Armitage and Nathan R. Walker. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the United Church of Phelps, 58 Main Street, Phelps 14532; or Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre-Emption Road, Geneva 14456.

Schetrompf, Marshall - Marshall D. Schetrompf, 75, of Old Lyons Road, died July 5, 2008. He was born May 20, 1933 in Buck Valley, PA, to Marshall E. and Inez Browning Schetrompf. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict from 1951 to 1954 and a member of the Lyons VFW Post 5092. A graveside service will be held July 10 at 11 a.m. at the Oaklawn Cemetery in Oaks Corners. Surviving are his wife of 38 years, Doris (Tiller); nine children, Brenda (John) Harris of Potter, Marsha Fulkerson, Kathy (Robert) Marr, and Albert Schetrompf, all of Lyons, Terry (Harvey) Bastian of Clyde, Kim (Bill) Rodas of North Rose, Marshall, Jr. of Waterloo, Cindy (Joe) Hiler of Ohio, and Donald (Alice) Smith, Jr. of Florida; 20 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Joseph (Buck) (Dorothea) Schetrompf of Geneva, Margie (Jim) Lucia of Lyons, Olive Simmons of Lock Berlin, Ronald Schetrompf and Norman (Loma) Schetrompf of Lyons, Kenneth (Bonnie) Schetrompf of Clyde, and Martin (Sheila) Schetrompf of Alloway; several nieces and nephews; special friends, Michael Reed, Donna and Larry Howard, Josh Downey, Zeke Byork, and Sarah Reed. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers, Elmer, Albert, and Orben, and sister, Melda. Memorials appreciated at Lyons Fire Department, Life Time Care, or to the Lyons VFW Post 5092 in Marshall's memory.

Baker, Lyle - H. Baker of Clifton Springs, formerly of Phelps, died July 3, 2008 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, after suffering a stroke. Lyle was born in Painted Post, the son of Ernest and Sara Baker, and graduated from Hornell High School. He served honorably in World War II in North Africa and the European Theater as a decorated pilot for the United States Air Force. He was shot down over enemy lines in Eastern Europe and was held captive in the final days of the war. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Captain. Following his service, he began his 40-year career with the New York Telephone Company as a lineman. He was an engineer in the company's Geneva office. He was a member of the United Church of Phelps until joining the United Methodist Church of Clifton Springs. A service will be held at the United Methodist Church of Clifton Springs on Saturday, July 19 at 1 p.m. Lyle is survived by his wife, Theresa (Adams) Baker of Clifton Springs. His first wife of over 50 years, Charlotte (Fuller), died in 1996. He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Janis and George Jess of Marion, Ohio, son, James Baker of Central Square and daughter, Julie (Robert) Santoro of Albany. His daughter, Leslee (David) Fite predeceased him in 2004. Lyle was the grandfather of James, Doris, Margaret, Susan, Michael, Jacqueline and Christie and seven great-grandchildren: Julia, Matthew, Aedan, Charlotte, Giovanni, Lauren and Sadie. In addition, he is survived by Terri's four daughters and their families, Linda (Dennis) Chateauneuf and their three children, Janice (Michael) Driscoll and their two children, Nancy (Richard) Paige and Holly (Jeffrey) Linsner and their four children. He is also survived by two nephews, one niece, and several cousins in addition to many longtime friends. Kindly consider donations to the United Methodist Church of Clifton Springs, Project Rainbow Building Fund. Arrangements entrusted to Cheney Funeral Home in Phelps.

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Wagemaker, Ethel - Ethel M. Wagemaker, 90, of Newark and Walworth, died July 2, 2008 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Ethel was born December 20, 1917 in Manchester, to Edward and Mariah Russell DeWeaver. Ethel grew up in Newark and graduated from Newark High School in 1936. She married Enos Wagemaker, with whom she spent most of her life in Walworth and Florida before moving back to Walworth and then Newark. She had worked for Sibley's in Newark, Crosman Arms in Fairport, the Board of Elections and Piper Aircraft in Florida. She was a member of the Port Gibson Senior Citizens and the Silver Links Rebecca Lodge for 50 years and had served in every office. She was a 53-year-member of Park Presbyterian Church in Newark, where she had been a member of the choir, Sarah Circle and she volunteered for the food closet. She had been a member of the Walworth Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary. She was predeceased by her husband Enos in 1976; two sisters and one brother, and son-in-law Richard Hall. She is survived by her daughters, Donna Hall and Sharon Wagemaker, son Edward (Sharol) Wagemaker; grandchildren Randall, Jeffrey, Andrew and James; great-grandchildren Brandon, Arron, Jeffrey and Andrew. Calling hours are 6 to 8 on Sunday, July 6, at Robert L. Yost Funeral Home, 123 West Main Street, Palmyra, where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Contributions may be directed to the Walworth Fire and Ambulance Department, 2178 Church Street, Walworth 14568.

Serens, Velma - Velma M. Serens, 95, of Newark, died July 1, 2008, at the DeMay Living Center. She was born October 1, 1912, in Shortsville, daughter of John and Florence Raymond Doley. She was a seamstress for more than 25 years at Hallagan Manufacturing. Velma was residing at DeMay Living Center and participated in the Alzheimer's Memories in the Making art program. She is survived by two daughters: Donna (Faris) Khalil of Union Springs, and Florence Hess of Naples; daughter-in-law Carol Russell of Lima; 10 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, a niece Charlene Lawrence of Macedon, a nephew John Doley of Shortsville. Velma was predeceased by her husbands Harold Russell in 1956, and Frederick Serens in 1985, and in 2007 by her son Frederick Russell. Friends may call Saturday, July 5, from 10-11 a.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, where funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Carlos Smith, officiating. Burial will be in Palmyra Cemetery. Memorials appreciated at the DeMay Living Center Recreation Fund, Driving Park, Newark 14513.

Herman, Leslie - Leslie G. Herman, 86, of Savannah died July 1, 2008. He was a lifelong farmer. He was born in South Sodus o