DEATH NOTICES
April 2009 - June 2009

Rose, Marguerite A. - Marguerite A. Rose of Palmyra, died Friday, June 26, 2009 at the age of 92 Mrs. Rose was born June 30, 1916 in Alloway, the daughter of William and Emma Malchow Rose. She was a graduate of Clyde High School and retired from the Newark Developmental Disabilities Services Office after 37 years of service. Mrs. Rose was a faithful member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Newark. Family and friends are invited to call from 11 to 1 a.m. Wednesday, July 1 at the Robert L. Yost Funeral Home, Inc., at 123 W. Main St. in Palmyra, where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Lyons Rural Cemetery. Mrs. Rose was predeceased by her sisters, Mabel Kise, Gertrude Gunkler, Mary Lane and Helen Noble, and brothers, William and John Rose. She will be missed by her nieces and nephews and their families, Margaret Brand of Waterloo, Mary Jane Ahearn of Auburn, Mary Eleanor Richie of Ohio, Charles Kise of Waterloo and Robert (Marge) Gunkler of Phelps. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be considered to Redeemer Lutheran Church, 102 Hope Ave., Newark, New York 14513.

Alday, Alice (Holt) - Alice Portukalian Holt Alday, 98, of Williamson, died Monday, June 29, 2009 in Aiken, S.C. Born December 26, 1910 in New York/ She was the daughter of the late Martin and Mary Portukalian. A retired owner and operator of Locust Lane Stables in Webster, Alice was a member of Union Hill Methodist Church and was married to the late Alton Marion Aldway. Calling hours will not be observed. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at Webster Rural Cemetery on Tuesday, July 7 at 1 p.m. Survivors include her daughter Linda (Merle) VanGee of Williston, S.C.; step-daughter, Sue (Ed) Witt of Clifton Springs; step-son James (Gretchen) Alday of Honeoye Falls; grandchildren, Christine VanGee (Jeff) Towner, Rene (Dale) Richmond, Matthew (Carla) VanGee and Christopher Alday; 5 great-grandchildren and a number of great-great grandchildren. Arrangements by Young Funeral Home, Williamson.

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Schutt, Alma - Alma Schutt, 93, of Newark, died Saturday, June 27, 2009 at DeMay Living Center. Elma was born in Manchester on February 29, 1916, the daughter of Fred and Lena Thompson Merkley. In her earlier years, she worked for Perfection Foods. She had lived on Madison Street in Newark at one time. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 30 at 2 p.m. at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court, Newark with Rev. Dan Benedict. Burial will be in Palmyra Cemetery. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Survivors include her daughter-in-law Emma Perez of Newark; nephew Carl B. Norsen of Palmyra; other grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Seymour in 1978 and sons Melvin and John Ford VanDyke.

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DeLyser, Elizabeth, J. - Elizabeth J. DeLyser of Marion, entered into rest with her family by her side on June 25, 2009 at the age of 94.  Friends and family are invited to call 4-8 p.m., Friday, June 26, at the Second Reformed Church, 3757 Mill St., Marion, where her funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 27. She is predeceased by her husband, John Sr.; son, Sherwood Sr; grandsons, Jeff and John. Survived by her sons, Lavern (Jennie) of Williamson, Gordon (Arloa) of FL, Kenneth Sr. (Elaine) of Marion, John Jr. (Debbie) of Williamson; daughter-in-law, Barbara DeLyser of Marion; a special granddaughter and caregiver, Tracy Cahoon; 16 grandchildren; several great and great-great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Second Reformed Church, PO Box 32, Marion, NY 14505. Ref. Stevens Funeral Home.

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Nelson, Michael "Slim" "Polk" - Michael  Nelson of Williamson, died June 15, 2009 at the age of 68. Formerly of Ontario, he went home to his Lord.  Family and friends called from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, June 22 at Norton Funeral Home at 45 W. Main St. in Sodus. A graveside service took place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 23 Sodus Rural Cemetery. Michael is survived by his loving companion of 16 years, Shirley Boddery and her family; one son; five daughters; several grandchildren; five sisters; two brothers; nieces, nephews; and many friends. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hsnorton.com.

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Gaston,  Robert J. - Robert James Gaston, 81, of Newark, died Sunday, June 21, 2009 at the Newark-Wayne Community 
Hospital. Mr. Gaston was born the son of the late LeRoy and Helen (Carpenter) Gaston on August 24, 1927 in  Newark, NY. He was very proud to have served his country in the US Marine Corp. In 1986 after 43 years he retired from FoldPac as a Machine Operator. Mr. Gaston was a member of the National Rifle Association of America and past member of the Rod 
and Gun Club in Newark. He was a proud NYS Hunter Safety Instructor for over 46 years. In the  early ‘60s he took first place in NYS Skeet Shooting. His father, LeRoy, Robert and his son David all qualified as expert marksman. The funeral home proudly flies the Marine Corp. Flag in honor of his service to our country during WWII. Family and friends may call Friday, June 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. A Funeral Service will be Saturday, June 27 at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Newark, 301 S. Main St., Newark. Burial will follow in Fairville Cemetery with full military honors. A reception luncheon will follow at the church. Mr. Gaston will be remembered by his loving wife of 55 years Gladys (Frye) Gaston; son Dave Gaston of Naples; daughters Debra Gaston, Sandra Cooney both of Newark and Shirley Gaston of Inlet, NY;  two grandchildren Chad of Brighton and Shannon of Arizona; brother Jerry (Loretta) Gaston of Long 
Island; several nieces and nephews. Mr. Gaston was predeceased by his brother Jim Gaston and sister Thelma Fancett. In memory of Mr. Gaston please consider donations to the National Rifle Association of America, 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 or American Heart Association, 2113 Chili Ave, 
Rochester, 14624 OR American Cancer Society, 1400 N Winton Road, Rochester, 14609. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com.

Grayson, Emari E.- Emari E. Grayson of Marion, entered into rest on June 20, 2009 at the age 18 months. Friends and family are invited to call Tuesday, June 23, from 6-8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, 3896 Buffalo St., Marion. A Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary's of the Lake Church. He is survived by his loving mother, Casey Perkins and father Emmanuel Grayson; his aunt, Dorothy Flynn; uncles, Ricky Perkins and Jason Bavaro; grandparents, Jane Perkins and Louis and Arlane Grayson. Our little angel will be deeply missed. Donations may be made to St. Mary's of the Lake Church, 5823 Walworth Rd., N.Y. 14519.

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Safford, Walter H. - Walter H. Safford, 88, of Newark, died Saturday, June  20, 2009 at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Walter was born in Owls Head, NY, April 20, 1921, the son of Frank and Gladys Lester Safford. He was a truck driver all his life and was a member of the teamsters local. He had driven in his earlier years for Bero Construction in Waterloo. He served in the Army in World War II and in the European Theatre. He was a life member of the VFW and the American Legion of Newark. Friends may call Monday, June 22 from 4-7 p.m. at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court, Newark. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Carlos Smith. Burial in Newark Cemetery with full military rites accorded. The VFW and American Legion will have visitation at 6:15 p.m. Monday. Memorials to the Palliative Care Room at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Walter has seen five generations, three times in his life. He was a devoted husband of 31 years to Grace DeCann Safford, also the "The Ten Kids", Walter's seven children, Beverly of Canandaigua, Terry of Newark, Steve (Sue), Gail (Barb) of Newark, Charlene Volpe (Carlos) of North Bangor, NY, Sandra of Lyons, Brian (Becky) of Newark; Grace's three children Phillip DeCann (Marilyn) of Oroville, California, Sally (Dave) Long of Half Moon Bay, California, Randy (Janet) DeCann of Orville, California; several grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; nephew, Skip & Marlene Ebert of Wisconsin. Walter was predeceased by his former wife, Clarissa Wood Safford. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com 

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Manor, Florence - Florence Manor, 92, of Newark/Auburn, formerly of Peirson Avenue Newark, died Thursday, June 18, 2009 at the Finger Lakes Center for Living in Auburn where she has lived for the past fourteen years.   Mrs. Manor, the daughter of late John and Julia Kon, was born on August 3, 1916, in Oswego, where she lived until before moving to Newark in 1960.  She was a communicate of St. Michael’s Church.  Florence was a self-employed Real Estate Broker in Newark from1961 to 1982. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Peter Clifford at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24 at St. Michael Church in Newark. Burial will be in East Newark Cemetery.   She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Georgina and Peter Farinelli of Auburn, a son-in-law James Case of Newark, eight grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, a sister Elizabeth “Ella” McIlwaine of Franklinville, several nieces and nephews .  Florence was predeceased by her husband George in 1988, a daughter Florence Case in 1991, a sister Amelia Molinari, brothers Stanley, Henry, Bill, Ted, Ed, Fred and Alex Kon. Memorials in her name may be made to your local food closet or to the Finger Lakes Center for Living Recreation Department, 20 Park Avenue, Auburn, New York 13021. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Perry, Naomi L. - Naomi L. Perry, 87, formerly of Phelps and Lyons Manor, died Thursday, June 18, 2009 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Naomi was born in Martinsburg, West Virginia, July 28,1921, daughter of Charles & Pearl Triggs Taylor. She had worked in her earlier years for Parker Hannifin in Lyons, in a video store in Newark and for Dobbins Drugs. She was a member of St. Michael’s Church in Lyons, its Women’s Club and the Fresh Air Fund, for which she received many awards. She was involved with the Golden Agers on trips, and the Women’s Democratic Club. Naomi was always good for a joke and a little wit that went with her. She was a foster grandparent in the Lyons school and also St. Michael’s school in Newark. Friends may call Sunday 2-5 p.m. at Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons. A Funeral Mass will be said Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Michael’s Church, Lyons. Burial in South Lyons Cemetery. Survived by 4 daughters: Bonnie L. (David) Reynolds of Lyons, Patti (Tom) Dresch of Vestal, Toni (Wayne) Lashway, and Eva (Steve) Hyatt, both of Long Boat Key, Florida; 2 sons: John of Charleston, S.C., and Frank (Mary) of Rockville, M.D.; 15 grandchildren: Gina, Emily, Zachary, Matthew, Luke, Naomi, Jackie, Jessie, Ryan, Kelsey, Michael, Natalie, Jack, Jared, and Jordan; 9 great-grandchildren; sister, Marie Sowers, of West Virginia; 4 brothers: Hubert, Douglas, Robert, and John Taylor of West Virginia; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband, John in 1987; her sisters, Mary & Edith; brothers, Russell & Charles Harvey. Memorials to American Diabetes Association, Lifetime Care Hospice, or the Wayne county Nursing Home. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com.

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Reeves, Higbee, Linda D. - Linda D. Higbee Reeves of Castroville, Texas died Saturday, April 18, 2009 at Vistas Hospice in San Antonio, Texas, following an extended illness at the age of 58. She was predeceased by her husband, Erwin “Les” Higbee, in 2004; her parents, Lawrence E. Reeves, of Pennsylvania, and Jean Cornell Reeves Sipes, of Newark; and brothers Lawrence E. Jr., of Lyons, and Robert Reeves, of Texas.
She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Barbara (Edward) Meeks, Shirley (David) Lancaster, and Judy Smith-Wise, all of Newark; Elaine Manes, Mary (Charles) Weekly, all of Alabama; Michael Sipes and wife Debbie Jinks of Newark. Mrs. Higbee is also survived by Steven Reeves, Dee Ann Reeves, Sandy Jo (Richard) Vanderpool, Debbie Reeves and Ronnie Sue (Scott) Kissell, all of Tonawanda, PA; stepsister, Diane; brother Arthur B. Sipes, of Valatie; numerous nieces and nephews. Private internment will be at Newark Cemetery at the convenience of immediate family. Memorial contributions in Linda’s memory may be made to Vistas Hospice, 8109 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 78229, or to Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, P.O. Box 111, Newark, NY 14513.

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June 16, 2009

Ver Heecke, James, A. - James A. Ver Heecke, 67, of Newark, died Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at the Clifton Springs Hospital.  Mr. Ver Heecke was born on August 26, 1941, in Rochester, the son of Edmund and Marguerite Van Heck Ver Heecke.  He retired in 1995 from Mobil Chemical where he had worked in the Employee Relations Department for 35 years. Jim attended Williamson High School transferring to Newark Central High in his sophomore year.  He graduated in 1959.  From 1960 to 1963, he served in the US Army.  Jim married Sharon Kasprowicz on July 14, 1962.   Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, June 18 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark.  Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 19 at the funeral home with Pat Albrecht officiating.  Burial will be in East Newark Cemetery. He survived by his wife Sharon, a daughter Marsha (Art) Williams of Newark, a son Christopher of Seattle, WA.; four grandchildren Joshua and Steven Bowker, David and Jessica Ver Heecke; sister Patricia (Walt) Arnold of Port Gibson; a sister-in-law Evelyn (John) Ramph of Newark and a brother-in-law Edward Kasprowicz of North Dakota.  In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name may be made to the Finger Lakes Hematology & Oncology Center, 6 Ambulance Drive, Clifton Springs, New York 14432.  Remembrances may sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

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Hayden, Jean Esther Anderson - Jean Esther Anderson Hayden, age 70, of Fern Park, passed away May 31, 2009. She is finally home after a long battle with cancer. She was born on February 18, 1939 in Lyons, NY to Mr. and Mrs. Robert and Florence Anderson. She is survived by her beloved husband of 45 years R. Fisk Hayden; son Steve Hayden (Angie) of Lake Mary, daughter Susan Turner (Tim) of Maitland. Also, her mother, Florence Anderson of Lyons, NY; brother Richard Anderson of Webster, NY and sister, Kathy DeSain, of Lockport, NY; and numerous nieces and nephews. She has three grandchildren which have been the best medicine she received over the years; Jeffrey & Faith Hayden, and Hayden Turner. She moved from Syracuse, NY to Fern Park in 1979. She received her B.S. in Education from State Univ. of NY at Brockport and her M.A. in Counseling from University of Central Florida. She taught Physical Education in NY, English Estates Elementary, Rock Lake Middle School, and Greenwood Lakes Middle School. In 1989 she became a Guidance Counselor at Deltona High School where she was chosen Counselor of the year. She was a cancer patient at MD Anderson Orlando after a mastectomy and a year of chemotherapy 26 years earlier. Cancer returned in her late 60s and she spent almost 3 years of chemo. She volunteered as a CanSermount Program leader ACS, where she could use her valuable talents gained from numerous grief and loss groups and programs. She also volunteered for Hospice and American Cancer Society. She was an amazing warrior and will be sorely missed by so many who loved her. A Memorial Service was held at Saint Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 526 North Park Avenue, Winter Park. Afterwards, all were invited to her favorite spot, the Breakers, in New Smyrna Beach, where she will be released. Bring your kites! In lieu of flowers, take a friend to lunch or make memorial contributions to Metastatic Breast Cancer Research, Children’s Cancer or invest in your children.

Soper, Robert Louis - Robert Louis Soper, Jr. 76, died Sunday, May 24, 2009 after a heroic 10 year battle with blindness, heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease, diabetes, paralysis of right arm and leg, the result of agent orange encounters during two tours of duty in Vietnam. Bob was born at home in Newark, N.Y. on September 26, 1933, to Robert L. and F. Marie (Schramm) Soper, Sr. He graduated from Perkins Elementary and Newark Jr./Sr. High School Class of 1951. Prior to his senior year he qualified for entrance to the United States Military Academy; West Point, N.Y. He graduated from the U.S. Military Academy in 1955, where it was noted in the yearbook ''there is a right way, a wrong way and the Soper Method." Bob met and married the love of his life, Bertie "Kim" Wilson in 1956, while stationed at Fort Hood, Texas. Bertie was a life companion traveling with Bob to many duty stations. Bob was a tank commander, Ranger, Air Born, Green Beret and Quarter Master during his 22 years in the U.S. Army. He earned his Master's Degree from the Navy Post Graduate School in Monteray, California in 1967. He was Professor of Classic Nuclear Physics at West Point from 1969 to 1972. Bob served in Korea, Europe, Vietnam and throughout the United States. He retired in 1977. After retiring he worked for Bell Helicoptor in Texas and Saudi Arabia. He moved to Midland, Texas with Bertie in 1993. Funeral Services for Bob were held Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Jackie Warren Funeral Home Chapel, 702 S. Terrell with the Rev. Terry Johnson officiating. Burial followed. Pallbearers John Soper, son; Military Honor Guard Bill Edward USMA Class 55, Bill Haas USMA Class 55; Thomas Auger USMA Class 55. Dr. Gary Newsome USMA Class. Honorary Pallbearers Martin C. Meissner, George Halshire, Jim Lewis and Chuck Soper, brother. Survivors include his wife Bertie of Midland; sons Thomas Wayne and Ramona Soper of Colorado; John Lawrence Soper of Midland; his sister Gale M. and Robert Pallissard, Mesquit. Nevada; brother Charles S. and Carol Soper, Verona, New York, and Matthew W. and Joan Soper, Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; Arthur Wilson, John and Dorthy Wilson and children Coral, Lynn and Larry all of Midland. 

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Dworkin, Shirley -Shirley Dworkin of Lyons passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, age 72. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, June 16, from 12 noon-2 p.m. at the Norton 
Funeral Home, 45 West Main Street, Sodus with a graveside service immediately following at the Sodus Rural Cemetery.
Shirley is survived by her children Robyn (Curt), Steve and Mark (Christy); grandchildren Corey, Kevin, Crystal, Gina and Adriana. Shirley was predeceased by her former husband M. Myron Dworkin. Memorials may be directed to Lifetime Care, 1120 South Main St, Newark, NY 14513. www.hsnorton.com

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DiSanto, Lorie Ann - Lorie Ann Di Santo, 49, of Newark, died Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at Rochester General Hospital. Lorie was born on May 21, 1960 in Lyons, the daughter of Calvin and Ethel Bates Wright.  She was a graduate of Mynderse Academy in Seneca Falls and at one time had worked at Spinco Medal Products in Newark. Friends may call from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 13 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark, where funeral services will follow at 2:30 p.m.  Burial will be in Newark Cemetery.  She is survived by her mother Ethel Wright of Seneca Falls; partner of 22 years, Robert Renzi of Newark; her siblings, Sherry (Peter) Diamond of Newark, Paul (Sue) Wright of Geneva, Michael (Amy) Wright of Waterloo, Robin Bounds of Waterloo, Jennifer (Ed) Oatfield of Seneca Falls, Randy Wright of Auburn, Rogers Bates of Marengo; many nieces and nephews.  Lorie was predeceased by her father and a brother Donald “Pete” Wright. Remembrances may sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Greenberg, Robert D. - Robert D. Greenberg, 65, died on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, at the Homestead Nursing Home in Penn Yan, NY. Bob was born on May 13, 1944 in Bronx, NY, the son of Ralph and Florence Shapiro Greenberg. He grew up in Ashtabula, Ohio and achieved a bachelor’s degree from Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. He continued at the University of Rochester teaching history while he completed a master’s degree in history.  Bob was the co-founder and co-director of the Rochester Genesee Valley History Project. He received a Masters of Social Work and Masters of Public Administration at Syracuse University. Mr. Greenberg worked as a Counselor at Crossroads Halfway House in Rochester . The Executive Director of the Livingston County Council on Alcoholism, he was also the director of the Ottie Hall halfway house in Newark. He helped many people in their recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. Known for his great sense-of-humor, Bob enjoyed gardening, camping and time spent with his family. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 13 at 3 p.m. on NY Route 90 across from Fire Lane 14, north of Union Springs.   Robert is survived by his wife of 44 years Susan; a son William J. (Ashley) of Geneva; granddaughter Hayle, grandson Malakai; and a sister Joanne (George) Jannini Greenberg of Atlanta, GA. Rememberances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Sapp, Janice"Jan" - Janice "Jan" Sapp, 72, of Sapp Road, Lyons, died Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Jan was born in Newark on April 17, 1937, the daughter of the late Henry & Mary Jansen Kotvis. Jan worked in her earlier years at Sarah Coventry from 1954-1971 and worked as a secretary in the district office for the Lyons Central School for over 20 years. She was a long-time member of Eureka Grange of Lyons where she held many offices. She was a member of St. Michael's Church of Lyons. She was a graduate of Newark High class of 1954. She was a charter member of the Fairville Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. Friends may call Friday, June 12 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons. Funeral mass will be held Saturday, June 13 at 10 a.m. at St. Michael's Church, Lyons. Burial in South Lyons Cemetery.  Survivors include her husband of 39 years, Joseph Jr.; son Joseph M. (Rebecca) III of Lyons; daughters Julie (Bret) DeRoo of North Rose, Jennifer Sapp of Waterloo; 7 grandchildren Sarah, Aaron, Kirsten, Olivia, Zachary, Joseph, IV, Elijah; 2 sisters Donna Jordan of North Rose, Cathy (Bill) DeWispelaere of Wolcott; several nephews, several great nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by her niece Kimberly Jordan. Memorials to the Fairville Fire Department. www.pusaterifuneral.com

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Murch, John H. - John H. Murch, 83, of Storms Rd., Lyons, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 8, 2009. John was born June 2, 1926 in Rochester, a son to Charles F. and Winifred Schaffer Murch. He was a WWII veteran of the Army and was a member of American Legion 227 and Lyons VFW Post 5092. He was a member of the Teamsters Union and was employed as a truck driver through-out his life. Family and friends may call on Thursday, June 11, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons, where a funeral service will be held Friday, June 12, at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Lock Berlin Cemetery. Survived by his wife Isabelle (Izzy) of 57 years; son John R. (Joyce) of FL; 3 daughters, Donna (Lester) Buchanan of VA., Linda (Michael) Schoff of Gates and Laurie (Bill) Brinklow of Henrietta; 11 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mabel McGrath and Betty Whaley; his extended family, Tom (Donna) McMinn and Bill (Pat) Hesbum, many nieces and nephews. For those wishing, memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 435 E. Henrietta Rd. Rochester, NY 14620 or to American Cancer Society in your area.

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Chiazza, Mary - Mary Chiazza, 85, of Newark, died Monday, June 8, 2009, at the Newark Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Chiazza was born on January 29, 1924, in Newark, the daughter of Joseph and Rose Fioti Salatino. A life long resident of Newark, she was a communicant of St. Michael Church. Friends may call from 3-7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home,  127 East Miller Street, Newark. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Peter Clifford at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 11 at St. Michael’s Church, 325 South Main Street Newark.  Burial will be in the Newark Cemetery.
She is survived by her daughter Angelia (Len) Barron of Canandaigua, a son Michael Chiazza of Rochester, two grandchildren Rhonda Barron-Morehouse and Gordon Barron, Sr., two great grandchildren Nicole and Gordon Barron Jr., several nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased by 
her husband Gaetano “Tom” in 2003, her siblings Angeline Pizzirusso, Phyllis Plyter, Carmela  Curcio, Nicholas Salatino, Dominick Salatino and Elizabeth Muoio. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com. 

Williams, Janice, M. - Janice M. Williams, 59 of Westphal Parkway, Lyons, died Saturday, June 6, 2009 at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Janice was born in Sumter, South Carolina January 11, 1950, the daughter of James and Thelma Johnson Cooper. She was an aid for 35 years at NDS in Newark. She attended the House of Praise in Newark and was a missionary. Friends may call Friday, June 12 from 4-7 p.m. at Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral, 77 William St., Lyons. Funeral service on Saturday, June 13 at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church, East Miller St., Newark. Burial in South Lyons Cemetery. Memorials to House of Praise, 210 East Avenue, Newark, NY 14513. Survivors include her son Christopher of Lyons; her mother Thelma Chestnut of Lyons; brother Donald Chestnut of Jacksonville, Florida; sister Claritha Woods of Rochester; 6 grandchildren, 2 nieces and 2 nephews; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. www.pusaterifunerals.com

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Clark, Roger H. - Roger H. Clark, 89, of Newark, died Wednesday, June 3, 2009, at Blossom View Nursing Home in Sodus. Mr. Clark was born on March 9, 1920 in Newark, the son of the late Horatio and Edith Schultz Clark. He farmed and worked as a truck driver before being employed by the Newark School District for 21 years. At the school, he was a bus driver and maintenance worker, retiring in 1982. He was a member of the Park Presbyterian Church. Roger served in the Army during World War II and was a member of the Winnek Post American Legion in Geneva and the Newark Masonic Lodge #83. He was an avid bowler and a member of ABC Bowling Assoc. Roger also enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting and many card games. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 6 at the Park Presbyterian Church, Maple Court, Newark. Burial will be Newark Cemetery. He is survived by his son William (Joan) of Newark; daughter Shirley (William) Hoot of Joy; four grandchildren, Christopher (Shelly), Jonathan and Sara Ann Hoot, Miranda Clark; two great grandchildren, Andrew and Caiden Hoot; a sister Elenor Rising of Newark; several nieces and nephews. Roger was predeceased by his wife Frances in 2003, two brothers Kenneth and Walter Clark and a sister Jane Bowe. Memorials in his name may be made to Park Presbyterian Church, Maple Court, Newark, New York 14513 or to the American Diabetes Assoc. of Rochester, 595 Blossom Road, Rochester, New York 14610. Remembrances may sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

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Parker, Gary W. - Gary W. Parker of Port Gibson/Lyons, died suddenly May 31, 2009 as the result of a motorcycle accident in the town of Hector at the age of 46. Family and friends are invited to call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 5 at the Robert L. Yost Funeral Home, Inc. at 123 W. Main St., in Palmyra. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 6 in the Port Gibson Cemetery. Gary is survived by his sons Gary W. Parker Jr. and Andrew Parker; mother, Gail (Harold) Bean; brothers Karl (Judy), Michael, Larry (Amy) and Darrin Parker and step-mother, Dolores "Pokey" Parker. He was predeceased by his father, Lawrence P. Parker, on May 3, 2000.

Drake, Jack - Jack Drake of North Creek Road, Palmyra, died May 26, 2009 at the Clifton Springs Nursing Home, following a period of declining health. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2009 at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 3024 Cooley Rd., Canandaigua, New York. Born in Akron, Ohio on November 10, 1919, Jack grew up during the heart of the Depression. His college education at the University of Akron was interrupted by World War II. He served in the Philippines as a U.S. Army medic, and was awarded a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star. Upon his return from service, Jack completed his undergraduate degree, and earned graduate degrees in Speech Therapy and Audiology at the University of Colorado, Boulder, and the University of Iowa. While in Boulder, he met Jeanne Odell of Kendrick, Oklahoma. They married in 1951. Jack and Jeanne moved to Wapello, Iowa and started their family. The family moved to Palmyra In 1965, when Jack began working as an audiologist for the University of Rochester Medical School. After Jack retired In 1983, he and Jeanne enjoyed traveling around the world, making trips to Australia, South Africa, Ireland, and Belize. They also volunteered countless hours in the community, serving organizations such as Meals on Wheels, the Palmyra Kings Daughters Library, and the Town and Village of Palmyra. Besides travel, Jack's interests included maintaining his property and bowling in leagues in Palmyra and Canandaigua. He was a founding member of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Canandaigua. He valued hard work and logical thinking, but disdained small-mindedness and hypocrisy. Jack was predeceased by Jeanne last November. He is remembered with pride and love by his children and their spouses: Albert Drake and Susan Karre of Palmyra, Randy and Anna Drake of Ordinary, Virginia, and Lorrie Drake, Brad Helfer; and beloved granddaughters, Elizabeth and Rebecca Heifer of New Durham, New Hampshire. Memorial donations maybe made to the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee. His family extends sincere thanks to the staff at the Clifton Springs Nursing Home for the exceptional care they provided him. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Newark.

Shoales, George H. - George H. Shoales of Williamson, much beloved husband, uncle and a dear friend to so many, died peacefully May 31, 2009. George was born in Marion on April 6, 1917. He ran a plumbing and heating business. In later years his creative talents surfaced with beautiful watercolor landscapes and wonderful stories and newspaper articles. Hef enjoyed researching the local history of Marlon and Williamson which were always colored with his unique and wonderful sense of humor. He was an avid fisherman and woodsman, which he shared with his brother, John and more recently his nephew, Ed. He also enjoyed gardenIng and was in the process of preparing yet another garden for he summer. George, with Lila, were part of a writing club for which he had just completed short stories on writers. George was a veteran of World War II and a member of the Army Air Corps. At George's request, calling hours will not be observed and the courtesy of no flowers. Friends are invited to a Memorial service to be held Saturday, June 6 at the United Church of Marion at 1 p.m. He is survived by his loving wife, Lila. They recently celebrated with family, his 92nd birthday and 72 years of marriage. Also survived by his sister, Louise and sisters-in-law, Elbi and Fern. Although George and Lila didn't have children themselves, they are loved dearly as Uncle and Aunt by their many nieces and nephews and are considered second parents by many. Blessed to live nearby and have George and Lila in their lives are nieces, Jenny, Kathy. Laurie, Cindy and Linda; nephews Steve, Bob, John, Elwin and Ed; and grand-niece, Brie. Also blessed to have George and Lila in their lives are nieces and nephews who live further away: Greg, Chris, Wendy. Melinda, Cindy, Mickey, Jim. Sandy, Tim, Sheila, Don, Marlene, Roslyn and Barry. George was predeceased by sister, Gertrude and brothers, John and Dutch. Please consider making a donation to the United Church of Marion, 3849 Main St., P.O. Box 52, Marion, NY 14505 in his memory. The family would like to extend our special thanks to the especially caring , physicians and nursing staff at Clifton Springs Hospital for the wonderful care they provided George and the support they provided the family during this difficult time. Special thanks to Pastor Dave, Reverend Dan, the many kind friends who have offered their love and support. Arrangements entrusted to Young Funeral Home.

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June 1, 2009

David, Patrick M - Patrick M. David, 62, of Newark and Wolcott died Saturday, May 30, 2009 at the Blossom View Nursing Home in Sodus. Friends may call from 4-7 p.m.on Monday, June 1 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 2. Burial will be in Fairville Cemetery. Mr. David was born on May 18, 1947, in Elba, New York the son of Nelson and Ida Morgan David. Patrick was a mason by trade and work on many construction sites in the area. He is survived by his mate Esther Capizzi of Wolcott, his stepmother Nona David of Ontario, eight children Linda (Pete) Mrozek, Michelle (Dennis) Simmons, Patrick Jr. (Lisa), Margaret David, Matthew David, Nelson David, Danielle (John) Peters and Caitlin Chapin; a sister Julia David; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Pat was predeceased by his father, mother and two brothers William and Gordon David. Remembrances may sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

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VanHaneghan, Richard G.  - Richard G. VanHaneghan, 64, of Newark/Palmyra, died on May 29, 2009. Friends may call on Sunday from 4-7 p.m. at McGuire/Hargrave & Murphy Funeral  Home, 123 East Jackson St, Palmyra, where his funeral service will be held Monday at 10 a.m., followed by burial at Palmyra Cemetery. Survived by his loving wife of 41 years Peggy; daughter Kelly (Chris Brown) VanHaneghan; mother Mary (George) McRae; siblings, Marilu (Terry) Buck, Jim (Margo) VanHaneghan, Joanne (Dick) Harby, Gary; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces & nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pines of Peace, 2378 Ridge Rd, Ontario, NY 14519.

Hogan, Peter H. - Peter H. Hogan of  Sodus Point died unexpectedly on Monday, May 25, at the age of 60. A Memorial Service celebrating his life will be held on Saturday, May 30, 1 p.m. at the Sodus Point United Methodist Church.  Peter is survived by his beloved wife Helen; his children Tyler James Hogan, Michele (James) Dickson and Gene (Tracy) Zornow: grandchildren Sean, Jesse and Seth Zornow, Raechelle Dickson; 
brother George (Dawn) Hogan; sisters Laurie (John) Foster, Julie (Bill) VanGee and Carol (Dave) Hosfeld; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Peter was predeceased by his grandson Austin James Dickson.  At the request of Peter’s family, donations in lieu of flowers should be directed to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements by the Norton Funeral Home. www.hsnorton.com

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Hamelinck, Paul O. - One of the most resilient people to have known, Paul Owen Hamelinck, 57, of Newark, died Thursday, May 21, 2009 at Strong Memorial Hospital from the result of an automobile accident. Paul was born the son of the late John (1987) and Carolyn Trask (2008) Hamelinck on July 19, 1951 in Newark, NY. He was a 1969 graduate of Newark High School. As a warehouse supervisor, he worked for Pactiv Corp. in Canandaigua. Paul treasured his time with grandchildren, going to auctions and working on lawn tractors with his son and riding his motorcycle with family. Family and friends may call Tuesday, May 26 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. A Funeral Service will be Wednesday, May 27 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Roger Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Marion Cemetery. Paul will be remembered by his son and daughter-in-law Jeff and Kari Hamelinck of Williamson; grandchildren Meghan, Matthew, Ethan Peck; and Elijah and Jeremiah Iheoma; son-in-law Wade (Lisa) Peck of Farmington; brother John Hamelinck; sisters Janet (Butch) Lathrop and Lori (Dan) Shippers of Williamson; sisters-in-law Colleen (Joseph) Noble and Dawn (Scott) Foss both of Lyons; many nieces, nephews and friends, especially Leisa. Paul was predeceased by his wife Linda in August 2007 and daughter Jennifer Peck in February 2006. In memory of Paul please consider donations to the Wayne County Motorcycle Club, PO Box 142, Newark, 14513. If you ever see his bike on a trailer, let him know – Enjoy the ride. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

Melendez, Elizabeth Ann - Elizabeth Ann Melendez, 75, of Newark, died Sunday, May 24, 2009, at Newark Hospital. Elizabeth was born in Geneva on October 29, 1933, daughter of John & Mary Capozzi Nigero. She had lived in Lyons and Newark. A memorial mass will be said on Friday, May 29 at 10 a.m. at St. Francis DeSales Church, Exchange St., Geneva. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Survived by her husband Christopher; daughter, Deborah Bostic of Lyons; son, Robert Dalrymple of GA; several grandchildren and several great grandchildren; sister, Mary Nigero of FL; brother Joe Nigero of Seneca Falls; nieces & nephews. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Newark. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com. 

Reynolds, Leon E. - Leon E. Reynolds, 90, of E. Union St., Newark, died Sunday, May 24, 2009 at Clifton Spring Hospital.
Leon was born in Butler, June 17, 1918, son of Charles & Ruth Otis Reynolds. He lived in the Wolcott area all of his life before moving to Newark. He was a route salesman for 36 years for Wolcott Dry Cleaners. He recently has resided at Vienna Gardens in Phelps. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 6, 11:00 a.m. at Newark Cemetery. Leon is survived by his sister, Arlene Worden of Lake Mary, FL; nephew, Thomas (Marge) Worden and cousins. Predeceased by his wife Charlotte in September 2002 and brother Lawrence. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Newark. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com.

VanHanegen, Raymond C. - Raymond C. VanHanegen, age 65 of Waddell Rd., Clifton Springs, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2009 in the comfort and privacy of his home with his loving wife and daughters by his side. Raymond was born July 2, 1943 in Newark, NY the son of the late John VanHanegen and Elsie M. VanCassele. He served in the United States Navy from 1961 to 1964 where he was stationed in both Alaska and Scotland. Raymond was an avid Red Sox fan, enjoyed fantasy baseball and admired classic cars. He enjoyed his yard and planted many trees in his lifetime. In keeping with his wishes no public services will be held. Raymond is survived by his wife of 18 years, Barbara Nichols VanHanegen formerly of Watertown; brother, Abraham (Peg) VanHanegen of Clifton Springs; sisters, Sylvia (Don) Hanagan of Newark and Sandra (Gary) Decker of Geneva; half brother, Gerald (Lucy) VanHanegen of Fairville; children, Andrew (Claire) Anderson of Portsmouth, England, Stacey (Fred) Croad of West Monroe, Wendey Hutchinson of Geneva; step children, Martin (Mary) Nichols of Omaha, Christine (Craig) Scime of Williamsville and Frank (Jon) Allen of Geneva; grandchildren, Jeff, Jon, Julianne, Jenna, Justin, Josie, Elaina, Collin, Clara, Wiley, Sam, Carlie, Abby, and James; many nieces and nephews. Raymond is predeceased by his parents, John and Elsie; Stepmother, Sina. Friends may contribute to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Phelps at www.relayforlife.org/phelpsny.com Arrangements by R.A. Patrick Inc., Funeral Home, 26 West Main St., Clifton  Springs, NY 14432. www.patrickfuneralhome.com

Byrd, Patricia, A. - Patricia A. Byrd, 60, of Newark, died May 25, 2009. Survived by 2 daughters, Amber Byrd of East Rochester, Tammy Saunders of Newark, 4 grandchildren, 2 sisters; Peg Bergling and Pam Macks of Lyons, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter Marueen Buyrd in 2005 and her mother Norma Cali in 2007. Patricia was a school bus driver for Monroe School Transportation. She had lived in Rochester, Lyons and Newark. Friends may call Friday, May 29 from 5-8 p.m. at Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons. A funeral mass will be held Saturday, May 30 at 10 a.m. at St. Michael's Church, Lyons. Burial in South Lyons Cemetery. www.pusaterifunerals.com

Dickens, Foster - Foster Dickens, 86, of Bath, NY, formerly of Port Gibson, died Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at the Ira Davenport Hospital in Bath. Foster was born April 23, 1923 in Clifton Springs, NY, the son of James and Harriet McClouth Dickens. After serving in World War II, he settled in Port Gibson with wife, Dorothy, and daughter, Candice.. After his retirement from Newark Developmental Center, he and Dorothy moved to Florida, After 10 years, they moved to Pennsylvania to be near their daughter. He is survived by his son-in-law Herbert Wright and sister-in-law Lucille Dickens; nieces Yvonne Cook, Joan David, Peggy Fredrickson and Mary Bednarcyck. He was predeceased by his parents, wife, Dorothy, daughter, Candice and brothers Carlton and Richard. Burial will be at the Port Gibson Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

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May 26, 2009

Alvaro, Louise - Louise Alvaro, 96, died Thursday, May 21, 2009, at the Hughes Health and Rehab Center in West Hartford, Connecticut. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday (May 25, 2009) in the East Newark Cemetery. Mrs. Alvaro was born March 15, 1913, in Lyons, the daughter of William and Anna DeVito DeJohn. For the past several years, she has been living in Connecticut to be near her daughter. Louise had been a communicant of St. Michael Church and a member of the August Mauer Post #283 American Legion. While in Newark, she was easily recognized on her long walks in the village. She enjoyed her gardening at her home on Colton Avenue.  Louise had been a painter, painting many homes and apartments throughout Newark. She is survived by her daughter Carole Ann Alvaro and son-in-law Clive Berry of Old Saybrook, Conn., a sister Dorothy Henderson of Sodus, several nieces and nephews . Louise was predeceased by her husband Michael in 1972, siblings Joseph, William, Daniel Sr., and Anthony DeJohn, Rose Bourne, Mary Scoville, Anna Wood, Flora D’Agostino and Frances Chelenza. Remembrances may sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Smith, David W. - David W. Smith, died Sunday, May 24, 2009 at age 76, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Fulfilling David’s wishes, all funeral services will be private and at the convenience of his family at the South Lyons Cemetery with full military honor. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the House of John, 14 Spring St., Clifton Springs, NY 14432 or the Park Presbyterian Church, Maple Court, Newark, NY 14513. He was born in Lyons, the son of the late Claude J. and Gertrude Berns Smith. He grew up in Attica, New York, graduated Attica High School and enlisted in the Navy Air Force. He was proud to have served on the aircraft carriers Essex and Yorktown during the Korean War. He was later declared a disabled veteran due to injuries he suffered while on duty. He returned home and graduated from Alfred State College where he met and married his college sweetheart Cynthia Ames of Syracuse on June 6, 1959. David started his career with H.L. Baughman Construction Co. working on the original highway project “Can of Worms” in Rochester. He later became Assistant Village Engineer for Newark and then retired from the Newark Central School District where he served for over twenty years as Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds retiring July 31, 1987. He was a member of the Park Presbyterian Church, the Newark Masonic Lodge, where he served as master on two separate occasions. He was a member of the Arcadia Memorial Post, VFW. Smith was an avid gardener and was known for his unique moss back yard. He also enjoyed cards, sports, and traveling extensively with his wife both at home and abroad. Besides his loving wife Cynthia, he is also survived by his beloved children, Loren J Irish of Fairport, son and daughter-in-law Zachary D. and Deborah Butticcio Smith of Lyons; granddaughters Mackenzie Irish, Alexis Smith, step grandson and granddaughter-in-law Michael and Rebecca Irish of Huntersville, NC, step grandsons Justin and Devin Tylenda, sister Phyllis E. Sliger of Rodeo, Calif.; several nieces and nephews. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com 

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Larsen, William C. (Chris) - William C. Larsen, 77, of Foster Ave., Clifton Springs, died Tuesday, May 19 at Clifton Springs 
Hospital surrounded by his family. Chris was born July 2, 1931 in Penn Yan, the son of William R. and Frances Seager Larsen. He was the owner of Larsen's Bells Food Market in the Town and Country Plaza, Geneva, where a typical day would be as follows: "Chris Larsen, you have a call on..." 7-3, as customers sort through and squeeze the produce, the store's owner was being paged to supply his speciality, personalized service. "Mr. Larsen, can you grind some round steak for me?" The questions are many and varied, they come at all times of the day, because that's where Larsen was... he was at the store all times of the day. Chris also worked for Loblaws chain at its Penn Yan, Newark, Seneca Falls, and Geneva  stores. He was a past member of the Kiwanian, and board of directors of the Salvation Army and the United Way, and was a past officer in the Bell's retail association and the Penn Yan Moose  Lodge. He was a current member of the Masons. Calling hours will be held Saturday, May 23 from 6-9 p.m. at Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main St.,  Penn Yan. Funeral services for Chris will be on Sunday, May 24 at Milo Center Methodist Church at  2 p.m. A reception will follow services at the Penn Yan Moose Lodge at 3:30 p.m. Private burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery in Penn Yan. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Janice, of Clifton Springs; son Bill (Karen) Larsen of 
Southington, CT; daughters Kriss Larsen of Durango, CO, and Mrs. (Paul) Jody Pruitt of Port Gibson, NY; 9 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. (Clark) Elizabeth Switzer of 
Penn Yan and Mrs. (Alan) Doris Morrill of Geneva; sister-in-laws, Joy (Dick) Orr of Neveda, Mary Lou (Don) Erwin of Washington, Ginny Goodenow of Washington, Gerry Lane of Penn Yan, Judy (Scott)  Jones of Wisconson. Also several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Predeceased by his parents 
and a brother, Carl. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Penn Yan Moose Lodge.

Malach, John D. - John Daniel Malach, 67, of Newark, died on Monday, May 18, 2009, at the Riddle Memorial Hospital 
in Media, PA. Mr. Malach was born February 26, 1942 in Windsor, Canada, the son of John and Viola Karpinski 
Malach. He earned a Bachelors and his Masters Degree in Information Technology from RIT. He had worked at Xerox for over twenty-five years and for the last two and a half years has been a  production manager at Boeing Integrated Defense Systems in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania. John was a 
communicant of both St. Michael’s Church in Newark and St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Essington, Pennsylvania. He served in the US Marine Corps from 1960 to 1968 and is a life member of the Marine Corps League. John was also a member of the August Mauer Post 283, American Legion. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. & 7-9 p.m. on Friday, May 22 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral  Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark, New York. Father Felix Dalimpuo will celebrate a Mass of 
Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 23rd, at St. Michael’s Church, South Main Street, Newark. He is survived by his wife Patricia; his children, Katherine (Walter) Malach Crothers of Elko, MN, John (Michelle) of Mountain Top, PA, Joseph (Michelle) of Newark, Sarah ( partner Timothy Nokes) 
Malach of Pittsburg, PA; nine grandchildren; a sister Patricia (Joseph) Kokoszka of Detroit, MI; several nieces and nephews.
Memorials are suggested to St. Michael’s School, 320 South Main Street, Newark, New York 14513. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

VanDusen, Audrey J., “Peaches” - Audrey J. VanDusen, 51, of Newark, died suddenly on May 18, 2009 in Utica, NY. Peaches was born the daughter of the late Harry and Jean (Fredericy) Singer on November 27, 1957 in Rochester, NY. She graduated from East High School in 1975. Peaches worked for the Finger Lakes DDSO home in Palmyra. She enjoyed going to the casinos, working on the computer and watching TV. Peaches held a very special spot in her heart for all the folks of the DDSO houses. Family and friends may call Thursday, May 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral  Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. A Graveside Service will be Saturday (May 23) at 11 a.m. in  Lake View Cemetery, Pultneyville, NY. She will be remembered by her loving husband of 34 years William; sons William and Thomas;  daughter-in-law Carrie; grandchildren William and Bradley; brothers Russell (Donna), Paul and Gary 
Singer; sister Terri (Tony) Lasai; her aunt Cookie Thoren; uncle John (Nancy) O’Herron; several nieces and nephews. Peaches was predeceased by her parents and her brother Harry Singer. In memory of Peaches please consider donations to the American Cancer Society, 1400 N Winton Rd.,  Rochester, 14609. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com.

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Bruni, Francis J. – Francis Junior Bruni, 65, of Fairville, died Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at Rochester General Hospital. Services were held Friday, May 15 at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc. with Rev. Dan Benedict officiating. Burial is in Newark Cemetery. Mr. Bruni was born the son of the Francis S. and Elizabeth (Borza) Bruni on January 6, 1944 in Upland, CA. He graduated from Geneva High School in 1962. He had a great love of music and enjoyed playing the guitar, keyboard and the harmonica in local bands. Country music and blue grass were his favorite. Mr. Bruni spent several hours on the CB radio and made many friends over the radio waves. He also loved to fish and hunt. Mr. Bruni will be remembered by his sons John (Sandra Wood) and Jeff (Tracey) Bruni; daughters Carol Bruni (Calvin Grant), Connie Bruni (Dale Steurrys) and Bonnie (John) Timmerman; 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandson; mother Elizabeth Bruni; fiancée Helen Smith and her daughter Theresa Thornton (Bob Could); brothers Gabriel "Rod", Charles (Janice), James (Colleen) and Richard Bruni (Shirley Miller); sisters Cheryl Rozell and Dawn Spicer; many nieces and nephews. Mr. Bruni was predeceased by his wife Viola Smith Bruni; son Peter Bruni and his father Francis S. Bruni. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

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May 19, 2009

Cimineri, Anthony, J. - Anthony J. Cimineri, 52, of Lyons/Clyde died unexpectedly on Sunday, May 17th, 2009 at Geneva General Hospital. Family and friends are invited to call from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20 at the John R. Canolesio Funeral Home, Inc., 38 Ford Street, Clyde. A mass of Christian burial will be offered at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 21 in St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church in Clyde. Burial with military honors will follow in St. John’s Cemetery. A reception will be held immediately following in St. Johns Hall. Memorials may be directed to the VA Medical Center, 400 Fort Hill Ave., Canandaigua, NY 14424. Anthony was born on April 11, 1957 in Lyons, New York to Michael and Ruth Burdick Cimineri. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and a member of St. John’s Church. Tony was well known throughout the area through his membership in the Geneva Baseball Umpires Association. He was and avid golfer and horse racing fan and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Anthony is survived by his children Sarah Jo (Jerome) Camp and Anthony (Shelly) Cimineri; his mother Ruth Cimineri; siblings Michael Cimineri, Rebecca Chappetta, Stephen Cimineri, Donna (Mark) Arnitz and Mary Anne Cimineri; grandchildren Collin, Michelle, Audrianah, Isaiah and Braeden; extended family and many good friends. He was predeceased by his father Michael Cimineri in 1997.

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May 18, 2009

Tomes, Thomas R. - Thomas Rogers Tomes, 71, of Macedon, died Friday, May 15, 2009 at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Mr. Tomes was born the son of the late Albert and Letta (Bornaiener) Tomes on June 4, 1937 in Clifton Springs, NY. He graduated from Palmyra High School in 1955. As a Test Engineer for Xerox Corp. he retired after 34 years of service. Mr. Tomes was best known throughout Wayne, Ontario and Monroe Counties for his craftsmanship in woodworking. He loved too make all kinds of wood toys and model cars. Known to many people and friends as “Mr. Fix It” for his ability to fix most anything in need of repair. Family and friends may called on Sunday, May 17, from 2 -5 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. Funeral Services and burial in Newark Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family.
Mr. Tomes will be remembered by his son Mark (Annette) Tomes of AZ; daughter Dawn (Dana) Pezzimenti of Williamsville; grandchildren Lindsay, Rachel, Leslie, Krista and Adam; brothers Charles (Zelma) of Stanley and Richard (Bertie) Tomes of Palmyra; sister Linda (Larry) DeClerk of Newark; a dearest friend Donald Geise of Newark. He was predeceased by his wife Rose (Orbaker) in 2002, daughter Deborah in 1960. In memory of Mr. Tomes please consider donations to the Macedon Volunteer Ambulance, One Canal Pk., Macedon, 14502 or a charity of choice. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

Callendar, Egbert - Egbert Callender, 83, of Rome, NY, formerly of Newark died Friday, May 15, 2009 at the Stonehedge Nursing Home in Rome, NY. Family and friends may call Tuesday, May 19 from 10 to 11 a.m. when a Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. Private burial in East Newark Cemetery. In memory of Egbert please consider donations to a charity of choice. Egbert was born the son of late Egbert and Iris (Buinoe) Callender on November 5, 1925 in New York City. He had spent most of his life with the Finger Lakes DDSO, 104 Cobblestone. Whenever staff of friends came into the room he always had a smile for you and a twinkle in his eyes. Egbert will be remembered by the many friends and staff at the Finger Lakes DDSO. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

Buffum, Ruth Marie - Ruth Marie Buffum, 88, of Newark/Sodus died Saturday, May 16, 2009 at Rochester General Hospital. Friends may call from 1-3 p.m. on Thursday, May 21 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark, New York where funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. with Rev. Christy Wareham officiating. Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery in Phelps. Memorials, in her name, are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association, 435 E. Henrietta Road. Rochester, New York 14620. Mrs. Buffum was born January 17, 1921 in Phelps, the daughter of the late Charles and Ethel Goodman Becker. She was a life-long resident of the area and a member of the Park Presbyterian Church in Newark. She is survived by her daughter Mary Guchone of Newark, two sons Richard VandeVoodre of Port Orange, Fl. And John VandeVoodre of Seminole, Fl.; twelve grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren; a sister Marian Grimsley of Manchester, several nieces and nephews. Ruth was predeceased by her husband Richard in 1971, two sons Robert and Charles VandeVoodre and a brother Ralph Becker. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com  

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Sapp, Beatrice - Beatrice Sapp, 74, of West Sherman Ave., Newark, died suddenly on Thursday, May 14, 2009, at 
Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Mrs. Sapp was born July 29, 1934 in Waterloo, the daughter of the late Raymond and Mary Recktinwald Gross. Over the years, Beatrice had worked at Jackson Perkins, Russ Packing and Spinco. She retired from Parker Hannifin. She was a member of St. Michael’s Church in Newark. Friends may call from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 17 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark, New York. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m.  on Monday, May 18 at St. Michael’s Church, South Main Street, Newark. Burial will follow in 
Newark Cemetery She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Henry; two sons; Thomas of Newark and Henry of  Fairville; a daughter Nancy (Rich Hess) Sapp of Inverness, FL; 4 grandchildren; April Paterson, Joseph Sapp, Cody and Zachery Hess; 2 great grandchildren,Emily Sapp and Justin Paterson; siblings Thomas (Mary) Gross, Kenneth Gross, Alfreda (Donald) Dwello all of Waterloo, and Delores Yockum of Wayland; many nieces and nephews. Beatrice was predeceased by a daughter Debbie Sieling in 1980, five siblings Arlene Gibbs, James Gross, Rosalind May, Alfred Gross and Billy Gross. Memorials are suggested to either the American Cancer Society or St. Michael’s Church, Newark. Rememberances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com.

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Reeve, Lois J. - Lois J. Reeves, 77, of Penn Yan, passed away Mon. (May 11, 2009) at Geneva General Hospital with her loving daughter by her side.  Lois was born November 17, 1931, in Newark, and was a daughter of the late Arlie and Ethel (Bailey) Gale. She worked for many years as a switchboard operator for Garlock, Inc. in Palmyra and for Hobart and William Smith Colleges. Later, Lois worked at the St. Francis de Sales rectory in Geneva. She was active in the American Legion Auxiliary and was a member of the Geneva Y.M.C.A. In her spare time, Lois enjoyed bowling and golfing. She was an active member of the Presbyterian Church in Geneva. A memorial service will be held on Sat., May 16, at 10 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church in Geneva. Lois is survived by her daughter, Donna (LeRoy) Rogers of Geneva; step-daughter, Debbie Mattoon of Irondequoit; brothers, Dwight (June) Gale of Smyrna, TN and Donald (Yavonne) Gale of Pinehurst, NC; sisters, Helen Jones of Marion and Shirley Pentycofe of Webster; granddaughter, Kim (Pete) Tournois of Lyons; great-grandson, Zachory Tournois; many nieces nephews and close friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be directed to the Presbyterian Women of Geneva, 24 Park Place Geneva, NY 14456. Online condolences for the family may be left at www.palmfh.com.

Craig, Betty J. - Betty J. Craig, 81, of Newark, died Monday, May 11, 2009 at the DeMay Living Center. Betty was born in Newark December 6, 1927, daughter of George & Margaret DeLooze Verbridge. She operated a community residence for veterans for 20 years in Newark and PennYan. Friends may Wednesday, May 13, from 2- 4p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court, Newark. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Dan Benedict. Burial in Riverview Cemetery. Betty is survived by her son, George Craig; 2 grandchildren, Eva Simizon and Adam Craig; 5 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Dorothy Bowe and Shirley Gerlach of Farmington, Virginia Lannon of Newark; 3 brothers, Richard Verbridge of Seneca Castle, Roger Verbridge of Newark, and Ronald Verbridge of Georgia; nieces and nephews. Memorials  to the Port Gibson Ambulance. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com

Simmons, Jacob, Sr. - Jacob "Jake" Simmons Sr., 46, of North Rose/Lyons, died  accidentally in the Erie Canal, Clyde on April 8, 2009. Jake was born in Lyons on March 12, 1963, son of Robert & Susie Lee Richburg Simmons. He was a construction work and he like to fish. Friends may call Friday, May 15 from 4-6 p.m. at the Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons, where services will be held at 6:00 p.m. Jake is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Simmons of Syracuse;  companion Tonya Carvey; 6 sons, Jerome Godbold of PA, Jacob Simmons  Jr. of Ohio, Jarelle & Jarette Simmons of Elmira, Jamal Simmons of Sodus, Jayquan Simmons of Clyde; 5 daughters, Michelle Godbold of Rochester, Jeni & Jana Simmons of  Elmira, Jaylnnn Simmons of Clyde, and Tara English of Ohio; his father & mother, Rogert & Susie Simmons of Sodus; sister, Lorraine Lott of Elmira; brother-in-law, Kelly Lott; 11 grandchildren; as well as  a host of friends. The family wishes to thank the Clyde Fire Dept. and the Clyde, Wayne County  Sheriff and state police agencies that helped in the rescue and recovery that occurred in the last few days. Memorials  to the Clyde Fire Dept. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com

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David, Lawrence - Lawrence David, 86, of Hartnagle Road, died Thursday, May 7, 2009, at Rochester General Hospital. Mr. David was born on February 9, 1923 in the Town of Henderson, the son of Bino W. and Gladys Mae David David. He was a retired mechanic and had worked for Arcadia Oil for many years. Lawrence was a life member of the Smithville Fire Department and had been a member of the Wayne County Motorcycle Club. He was an avid deer hunter. All services are private and at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Smithville Cemetery, Henderson, New York.  He is survived by a daughter Ruth Ann Howard of Newark, a son Charles (Nancy) Bryant of Virginia; nine grandchildren Lawrence (Deb) Howard, Robert (Colleen) Howard, Barbara (Kirk) Kent, Mary Ann Stewart-Hartnagel, Ronald (Jeannette) Bryant, Raymond (Shelia) Bryant, Linda (Daniel) Fox, Susan (Jack) Holmes, Nancy Anna (Thomas) Darin, twenty two great grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren; as sister-in-law Nona David and several nieces and nephews. Lawrence was predeceased by his wife Alma in 2007 and a brother Nelson in 1988. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com  

Wagemaker, June - June Wagemaker, 90, Liberty Center, MI, formerly of Rochester/Newark, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2009, at her home with loving family by her side. June was born January 13, 1919, in Rochester to the late Cornelius and Mildred F. Waltz Cornelius.  She was a legal secretary in the State of New York for many years. An avid gardener, she also enjoyed doing crafts and cooking. Friends may call from 9- 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 14th, at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark, New York. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. at the funeral home  with burial following in East Newark Cemetery. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Wagemaker. June is survived by a son Gerald Wagemaker, St. Joseph, MI; grandsons Scott (Letty) Wagemaker, Liberty Center and Dana Wagemaker, Eau Claire, MI; and great grandchildren, Heather and Jacob Wagemaker. Memorials are suggested, in June’s name, to the Disabled American Veterans.  Ref: www.wright-hobbs.com.

Putzig, Shirley J. - Shirley Jane Putzig, 76, of Newark,  died suddenly Friday, May 8, 2009 at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Shirley was born the daughter of the late Putzig on May 5, 1933 in Rochester, NY. After high  school Shirley worked for and retired from Newark Developmental Center in Newark after 25 years of  service. Shirley enjoyed crafts, wood working, painting and tatting. Bingo and trips to the casinos was a  favorite times for Shirley. Fulfilling Shirley’s wishes there will be no prior calling hours. Family and friends may attend a  Memorial Service Thursday, May 14 at 11 a.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W.  Miller St., Newark with Rev. Lance Hattendorf officiating. Burial at the convenience of the family in White Haven Memorial Park. Shirley was be remembered by her brother Willard Putzig of Rochester; A special friend Janet  Norton and many, many friends. In memory of Shirley please consider donations to the Humane Society of Wayne County, 1475 County House Rd, Lyons, 14489. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting 
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Herbst, William H.  - William H. Herbst, 74, of Skaneateles, formerly of the Newark and Lyons area passed away suddenly Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at University Hospital in Syracuse. Bill was born in Lyons on January 27, 1935, a son to William H. and Mary Ann Schleede Herbst. He retired after 36 years from Wegmans Food Market in the Finger Lakes and Rochester region. He was a long time member of the Wayne Hills Country Club, and a life-long Dodger fan. He wintered in Sun City Center, Florida for the past 10 years, and enjoyed summer vacations in the Adirondacks. Family and friends may call on Thursday, May 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 8, 10 a.m. at St. Michael's Church, Phelps St., Lyons. Burial will be in South Lyons Cemetery. Bill is survived by his wife of 50 years, Dorothy Bilotto; two sons, Gregory (Marie) Herbst of Canandaigua and Matthew (Julia) Herbst of Skaneateles; six grandchildren, Preston, Makenzi, Maxwell, Benedette, Nicholas and Owen; brother-in-law, Bernard Schram; sister-in-law, Grace Camp; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, brother John and sister, Marilyn Schram. For those wishing, memorials may be made to the Town of Lyons Ambulance or to Auburn Ambulance.

Trask, Nancy F. - Nancy F. Trask of East Palmyra entered into rest on May 3, 2009 at the age of 72. Friends and family are invited to call Friday, 5-8 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home at 3896 Buffalo St., Marion. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, 3 p.m. at the East Palmyra Fire Department, Tellier Road, East Palmyra.  She was predeceased by her husband, Ralph; 2 brothers and a sister. She is survived by her sons, Randy of Palmyra, Richard (Lucinda) of Ontario, Kenneth (Lisa) of Newark, Thomas (Tara) of Newark; 6 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; brothers, Kenneth (Marge) Denering and Larry (Sharon) Denering; and sisters, Betty Desering and Sharon (Jerry) Lord, Anne Sinis; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to East Palmyra Fire Department, PO Box 26, Palmyra, NY 14522 or American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd., Ste. 1010, Rockville, MD 20852-9813.

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Noody, Esther L. - Esther L. (Tavano) Noody, 71, of Helms Rd., Savona, formerly of Newark, died Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at Highland Hospital in Rochester. Esther was born in Newark, April 8, 1938, daughter of Dominic & Anna Chinelli Tavano. She had worked in her earlier years for Phillips Broadband in Manulis and Budweiser Co. and Swigel Co. in Rochester. She ran a family care home for many years in Walworth. An excellent artist and very artistic, she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She loved to cook. Friends may call Friday, May 1, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court, Newark. A funeral Mass will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Church in Newark. Burial in Newark Cemetery. Esther is survived by her husband of 47 years, James G.; son, James M. (Veronica) of Savona; 2 daughters, Julie Francisco of Bath and Janice Noody of Penn Yan; 3 brothers, Paul (Joanne) Tavano of Waterloo, Ralph (Carolyn) Tavano of Clyde, and Donald (Patti) of Michigan; 2 sisters, Catherine Mulgrew of Syracuse, and Marie (Joseph) Laquitara of Geneva; 5 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; nieces and nephews. Memorials to a charity of one's choice. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com.

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Cheetham, Rita, C. - Rita C. Cheetham, 84, of Sodus/Joy, died Sunday, April 26. Mrs. Cheetham is survived by her husband, Martin; sons, Harold (Mary Lou), Fred (Linette) and Bill (Betsy); nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Family and friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 30, with her funeral immediately following at Norton Funeral Home at 45 W. Main St. in Sodus. Interment will be at Sodus Rural Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association. Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.hsnorton.com

Newville, Robert, P. - Robert P. Newville, 73, of Sherill died Wednesday morning, April 22, 2009 in the Oneida Healthcare Center, with his family by his side, where he had been a patient for the past ten days. Of Primo Avenue, Mr. Newville was born July 15, 1935 in Clyde, the son of James and Dorothy Brooks Newville. A resident of the area since 2003, moving from New Jersey, he was a graduate of the Palmyra High School and attended computer and engineering college. He married Hazel Roberts on August 30, 1958 in Clyde. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Newville was employed by the Campbell Soup Company in Camden, N.J. as an engineer. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Lyons, a member of the American Legion, Sherrill Post No. 230, and was of the Protestant faith. He loved playing golf and had a love for antique cars. He loved spending time with his wife and family. Mr. Newville was a veteran of the United States Air Force during the Korean War, serving in Okinawa and Japan. Surviving him, besides his loving wife, Hazel, are one daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and Andrew Scherer of Oneida; one son and daughter-in-law, Robert T. and Kathy Newville of Sinking Spring, Penn.; one sister, Sherry Henry of Lyons; one stepbrother and his wife, Clifford and Kathy DeCann of Lyons; six grandchildren, Andrew Scherer and his wife, Jennifer; Sara Scherer; Nicholas Scherer; Robert Newville; Timothy Newville; and Steven Newville; one great grandchild, Tyler Scherer; and several nieces, nephews and dear friends. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 1 at the Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, Inc. at 260 Main St. in Oneida. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 2 at the funeral home with the Rev. Betsye Mowry officiating. Interment will be in Rose Valley Cemetery in Rose.

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Shelters, Tonya, J. - Tonya J. Shelters, 47, of Newark, died unexpectedly Saturday, April 25, 2009 at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Family and friends are invited to a memorial service at 2 pm on Wednesday, April 29 at the Robert L. Yost Funeral Home, Inc., 123 West Main St., Palmyra. Contributions in Tonya's memory may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Foundation, PO Box 4972, Pittsfield, MA 01202.  Tonya was born March  6, 1962 in Newark to Eugene and Sally (Ted Rankel) Rahm Fletcher. She was married to Greg Shelters on July 5, 1986 in Newark. Tonya was the owner of American Hair in Newark. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, camping and the Green Bay Packers but her greatest love as her family and friends. Survivors include her husband, Greg Shelters; son, Jeffrey Shelters; mother Sally Rahm Mobbs; brothers Gene and Stephen Fletcher; maternal grandmother Jean Rahm; sister-in-law Nancy Commella and her family; brother-in-law Gary Shelters and many aunts, uncles, cousins and good friends. She was predeceased by her father Gene Fletcher; maternal grandfather, James Rahm Sr.; and precious stepfather Paul Mobbs.

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Fish, Florence - Florence R. Fish, 59, of Newark, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2009 at Newark Wayne Community Hospital. Mrs. Fish was born on February 12, 1950, in Williamson, the daughter of Donald and Josephine Slocum Craig. She worked for the Newark School District in the cafeteria. Florence was a member of the Palmyra V.F.W. Post 6778 Women’s Auxiliary and the Palmyra Moose Club. Along with her husband Joe, she served as an Auxiliary Police Officer for the Williamson Police Department. She was a communicant of St. Michael Church in Newark. Friends may call on Tuesday, April 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy and Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller St., Newark, NY. Funeral services will be at the funeral home on Wednesday, April 29 at 9:30 a.m. Burial will be in Ridge Chapel Cemetery in Williamson. Florence is survived by her father Donald (Doris) Craig of Palmyra; four sons Jonathon of Palmyra, Sheldon of Newark, Shawn (Jeanie) of Newark and Travis of Newark; four grandchildren; three brothers Lee (Kathy), Robert (Connie) and Gene (Diane) Craig; her dear friend Gladys Tack. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph in 2006, a daughter Kaldonia Rose Marie, her mother Josephine Craig and a brother Dwayne Craig. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Leege, Donald Vincent - Donald Vincent Leege, 76, formerly of Newark, died Saturday, April 25, 2009. Don was born in Lyons on November 25, 1932, son of Clarence and Helen Leege. He worked for 20 years for Eastman Kodak as a carpenter. He was a lifetime member of the Fairivlle Fire Dept. and he attended Browncroft Community Church in Rochester. Friends may call Friday, May 1, from 2-3 p.m. at the Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court, Newark. Funeral services will be immediately following calling hours. Don is survived by wife of 29 years, Dorothy Shibley Leege; 2 daughters, Sharon (Richard) Herd of Stanley, N.C. and Julie (David) Bachman of Rochester; 2 grandchildren, Jason (Susan) Herd and Stacey (Joshua) Hall. Memorials to Tidewell Hospice, 5995 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238 or the the American Cancer Society.

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Wigent, Roy T. ("Little W") - Roy T. Wigent of Alton passed away suddenly on April 21, at age 76. Roy along with his wife Ethel owned and operated the Little W Catering and Smorgasbord. He was known for his pizza, as well as his broasted and BBQ chicken. Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday, April 26 from 1-4 p.m. at the Norton Funeral Home, 45 West Main St, Sodus. Roy’s funeral service will be held immediately following. Roy is survived by his wife of 49 years, Ethel Wigent; daughters Becky (Rick), Rose (Tom); step-children Charlotte Parker, Jim (Donna) Parker, Tom (Judy) Parker and Paul Parker; sisters Dorothy King and Betty Lou (Paul) Evans; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Roy was predeceased by his son Jeffery Wigent and brother Randall Wigent Jr. Thes family has requested that contributions in lieu of flowers be directed to The Palliative Center for Care, St. Ann’s Foundation, 1500 Portland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14621. Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.hsnorton.com.

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April 23, 2009

Herman, Erwin I. - Erwin I. (Ernie) Herman, 64, of 1414 Summit Drive, Newark, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at his home surrounded by his family. He fought a courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Herman was born on March 18, 1945, in Newark, the son of Camielle and Viola (Quantz) Herman. He was predeceased by his parents and a brother Girard Herman. He attended Newark Schools and retired last year from Seneca Meadows Landfill in Seneca Falls, where he was a heavy equipment operator. Mr. Herman was an avid car collector and motorcycle enthusiast and a member of the Rat Pack Hot Rod Club. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Carolyn (Smith) Herman, his brother, James Orbaker, and his children, Brian (Wendy Kimball) Herman , of Canastota, N.Y., Lisa (Todd) Schram of Newark, Tracy (Gene ) Zornow, of Newark, Michael (Amy) Herman of Canastota, N.Y. and Steven Herman of Newark. He was the loving grandfather of Sean K. Zornow, Jamie Schram, Jesse Zornow, Kurtis Schram, Tristin Lafler, Seth Zornow, Kaitlyn Herman, Hannah Herman, Abigail Herman, Taylor Herman, several nieces and nephews and many close friends. Calling hours are scheduled for Friday, April 24, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 105 Maple Court, Newark. Services will take place at the funeral home on Saturday, April 25, at 1:30 p.m. Memorials may be directed to Lifetime Care, 1120 South Main St., Newark or the American Cancer Society.

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Fagan, Amanda Kate - Amanda Kate Fagan, of Marion died suddenly on April 17, 2009. Survived by her parents, Andrew (Wendy) Fagan; sister, Vanessa Martinez; Felix (Shorty); grandmother, Patricia Dunford; aunts & uncles, Cheryl Porter, Pamela (Pete) Clerks, Charles Dunford; Margaret Fagan, Kate (Phil) Linden, Joseph Fagan & family; many cousins and dear friends, including Linda Quaring & Joey & Carrie Ersland, & Jake. Amanda was her father's child who loved helping people, being active outdoors, roller skating, animals, music & politics, & was an aspiring artist. The family will receive friends to share memories Tuesday, April 21 from 4-7 p.m. and Wednesday, April 22 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.at Crawford Funeral Home, 495 N. Winton Rd., between Browncroft & Humboldt. Memorial Service Thursday, April 23 at 5:30 p.m. at Penfield United Methodist Church, 1795 Baird Rd. In lieu of flowers, please consider honoring Amanda with a donation to The Humane Society at Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Rd., Fairport, 14450. Online condolences welcomed at: www.CrawfordFuneralHome.com

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Bastian, Jane C. - Jane C. Bastian, of Williamson/Rose died on Friday April 17 at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Lyons, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Ruth (Soule) Mertz. Jane is survived by her children, Douglas Bastian, Susan Bastian, Ann (Tom) Putnam and Mary Bastian (Jim Lapp); 11 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; her special companion Lucy; and many close friends. Jane was predeceased by her husband Robert Bastian and her brother William Mertz. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, April 24 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at Norton Funeral Home, 45 West Main Street, Sodus. Jane’s Funeral Service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Funeral Home. Interment will be private. Memorials may be directed to American Pancreatic Association, PO Box 14906, Minneapolis, MN 55414. On line condolences to the family may be sent to: www.hsnorton.com

Davis, Betty - Betty Davis, 84, of Webster formerly of Newark, died peacefully at home on Sunday, April 19, 2009. Family and friends may call Wednesday, April 22 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. A Funeral Service will be Thursday, April 23 at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Dan Benedict officiating. Burial will follow in the Newark Cemetery, North Main St. In memory of Mrs. Davis please consider donations to Wilmot Cancer Center, 90 Brandon Woods Dr, 14618. Mrs. Davis was born the daughter of the late Cornelius and Jeanette (Moose) Orbaker on April 27, 1924 in Newark, NY. She worked many years for Bloomer Brothers. She loved gardening, music, going to the stores, and especially loved Christmas time decorating the tree. Her greatest love of all was for her family and friends. She always greeted everyone respectfully with a smile and "hello". Mrs. Davis will be remembered by her daughters Debra (James) Cook of Lyons, Sharon (Roy) Owen of Webster and Shirley Davis of Nunda; sons Larry and James Davis both of Rochester; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews; sister Geraldine Blankenberg of Newark; brother Lester Orbaker of Newark. Mrs. Davis was predeceased by her husband Charles; her son and daughter-in-law Gary & Theresa Orbaker; son David Davis; granddaughters Stacy Mills & Jessica Douglas; sisters Christine, Leona, Irene and Esther; brothers Casey, Ray, Jack, Earl and Gerald. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

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VanWaes, Richard Duane - Richard Duane VanWaes, 80, of Rt. 88S, died Friday, April 17, 2009 at Newark Wayne Hospital. Dick was born in Manchester, Feb. 17, 1929, son of August and Leona Ververs VanWaes. He was a carpenter in his earlier years and did remodeling and owned a gas station in Newark. He owned and operated the Old World Inn for 5 years. Dick served in the Army in Korea. He was a life member of the American Legion and VFW of Newark. Friends may call Monday from 5-7 p.m. at the Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court, Newark, where funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Burial in Newark Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Dorothy Hawkes VanWaes; daughter Deborah (Jim) Ruffalo of Newark; son Duane Richard (Kathy) of Houston, TX; brother Don of Utica; 6 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his daughter Darlene Gearhart in Feb. 1991 and son, George, in Oct. of 200; 2 sisters, Shirley Crane and Joyce Gibson; brother, Robert. Memorials to the American Diabetes Assoc.,  or to the Alzheimer's Association, 435 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14620. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com.

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April 13, 2009

Furfaro, Gerald, C. - Gerald Constanio Furfaro, 81 died Friday, April 10, 2009 at the DeMay Living Center with his family by his side. Family and friends may call Monday, April 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. A Funeral Service will be Tuesday, April 14 at the funeral home at 2 p.m. with Rev. Carlos Smith officiating. Burial will be in Fairville Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In memory of Mr. Furfaro, please consider donations to the American Heart Association, 2113 Chili Ave., Rochester, 14624. Mr. Furfaro was born the son of the late Antonio and Madeline Furfaro on Dec. 3, 1927 in Newark, NY. He was a retiree from the Village of Newark where he worked for 30 years. The love of his life was being around his grandchildren and great grandchildren. The funeral home proudly flies the Marine Corp flag in honor of his service to our country. Mr. Furfaro will be remembered by his sons Anthony, Gerald Jr., Michael and John (Michelle) Furfaro all of Newark; daughters Debbie O’Dell of AK, Theresa, Madeline Furfaro and Caroline (Tom) Wilson all of Newark; 21 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren; brother John Furfaro of Rochester; sister Gloria (Fred) Gelterie of Newark; several nieces and nephews. Mr. Furfaro was predeceased by his loving wife Patricia Gifford Furfaro in 1997. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

Tummonds, Eleanor, R. - Eleanor R. Tummonds, 79, of Sodus/Newark, died April 7, 2009. A retiree from Central Trust Company of Rochester and Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Survivors include her loving family; sister Lois (Ernest) Lynn of Rochester; sister-in-law Jean Tummonds of Geneseo; nieces and nephews. At her request, calling hours will not be observed and the courtesy of no flowers. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at Lake View Cemetery, Pultneyville Monday, April 13 at 11 a.m. Arrangements by Young Funeral Home, Williamson.

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Vermeulen, Charles R. - Charles R. Vermeulen, of Wolcott/Sodus, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Sodus NY, Charles was the son of the late Abram and Doris (Wahl) Vermeulen. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and a retiree of Eastman Kodak, where he had worked for 31 years. Charles was an avid outdoorsman and woodworker, and did many carvings for family and friends. A Memorial Service celebrating his life will be held on Saturday, April 11 beginning at 10 a.m. from the First Reformed Church of Sodus, 18 Maple Avenue. Interment with Military Honors will be held immediately following at the Sodus Rural Cemetery. Charles is survived by his wife of 47 years, Ruth (Rosington); children Randy (Angela) Vermeulen and Tammy Toner all of Wolcott; grandchildren Amanda, Brad, Cody and Haley; brothers Roger, Ron (Bonnie) and Rick (Theresa) Vermeulen; sister Mary Jane (David) Van Hoover; many cousins, nephews, nieces and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested the donations in memory of Charles be directed to the Wolcott Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps, 5841 New Hartford Street, Wolcott, NY 14590; Geneva General Hospital Dialysis Center, 196 North Street, Geneva, NY 14456; or to Lifetime Care, 1120 South Main Street, Newark, NY 14513. Arrangements by Norton Funeral Homes, www.hsnorton.com.

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Kise, Wesley E. - Wesley E. Kise, 71, of Dawson Rd, Waterloo, died Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at Geneva General Hospital. Wes was born in Clyde, March 21, 1938, son of Nelson & Mabel Rose Kise. He was foreman for Goulds Pumps, ITT and he farmed full time all his life. He served in the Army and also National Guard. He was a fireman for the Magee Fire Dept., & was a member of the Seneca Falls Elks BPOE. Member of Calvary Lutheran Church. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Calvary Lutheran Church, 2414 Rt. 414 N., Waterloo. Burial with military rites will be in Springbrook Cemetery, Gravel Rd., Seneca Falls, at 1 p.m. Survived by his wife of 50 yrs., Marion Smith Kise; 3 daughters, Karen (Alan) Knapton of Romulus, Kristine (Richard) Wallace of Clyde, Karolyn (Kenneth) Gaydosh of Waterloo; 3 grandchildren, Geoffrey & Alicia Knapton, Garrett Gaydosh; brother, Charles Kise of Waterloo; sister, Margaret Brand, of Waterloo, nieces, nephews. Memorials may be made to Calvary Lutheran Church or to American Cancer Society, 1400 Winton Rd., N. Rochester. Arr. by Pusateri Funeral Home, Clyde. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com.

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Tyler, Barbara M. -  Barbara M. Tyler, 81, of Old Route 31, Lyons, died Saturday, April 4, 2009 at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Barb was born May 22, 1927, in Perry, Wyoming County, daughter of Howard and Mary Parker Preston. She retired from Parker Hannifin Co. in Lyons with 14 1/2 years of service. She was a member of Fellowship of Faith Church in Lock Berlin. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at Fellowship of Faith Church, Stokes Road, Lock Berlin. Burial will be in Lock Berlin Cemetery. She is survived by daughters, Velma (Ed) Frey of Ontario, Bonnie Lawson of Stanley and Katie Hadley of Houston, Texas; son, Howard (Jean) Lawson of Fort Worth, Texas; sisters, Gladys Tompkins of Wolcott, Irene MacKaravitz of Webster and Marilyn Campagna of Rochester; brother, Leonard Preston of North Rose; seven stepchildren; nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband Lawrence in 1998. Memorials may be made to the Fellowship of Faith Church. Arrangements by Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home. Visit www.PusateriFunerals.com

Utter, Norma L. -  Norma L. Utter, 89, formerly of Route 90, Locke, and 13 Leon Ave., Cortland, passed away Monday, April 6, 2009 at the Groton Nursing Facility. Mrs. Utter was born Dec. 26, 1919 in Elmira, a daughter of the late Rev. George and Grace (Knapp) Parmelee. She had been a resident of Locke from 1944 to 1997, prior to moving to Cortland following her husband Carlton's death. Norma was a graduate of C.C.B.I. in Syracuse, and was employed as a floor matron for the Lansing Girls School for several years, and previously with Smith Corona. She was a member of the Bible Baptist Church of Cortland. Norma was a former member of the New Testament Church of Peruville, where she had served as the congregation's piano player. Friends may call at the Shurtleff Funeral Home, 103 Lincoln Ave., Groton, on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, at the Bible Baptist Church of Cortland, with the Rev. Harold Comings officiating. Interment will be in Bird Cemetery, Locke. She is survived by her son, Paul (Priscilla) Utter of Palmetto, Fl.; granddaughter, Heidi Walker of Lyons; great-grandson, Robert Walker of Ohio; several step grandchildren and step great-grandchildren; two sisters, Grace Travis of Rochester, and Carol Day of Long Lake; two sisters-in-law, Bernice (Charles) Whiteman of Locke and Marion (Adolph) Steger of Barton; brother-in-law, Ralph (Marge) Utter of Locke, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Norma was predeceased by her husband of 52 years, F. Carlton Utter on Feb. 26, 1996, by a son, Donald Carlton Utter in 1966, and by her twin sister, Muriel Whitehead in 1997. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cortland Christian Academy (in care of Bible Baptist Church), 15 West Road, Cortland, NY 13045.

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Lagana, Timothy M. - Timothy M. Lagana, 43, of Phelps/Newark died Sunday, April 5, 2009 as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Tim was born in Geneva, June 22, 1965, son of Sharon Decker. He was a Newark High School graduate, Class of 1983, and worked as a computer technician and had worked for Flare Net in Waterloo. He had worked with the American Red Cross during Hurricane Katrina. He served in the Marine Corp. from 1983 to 1989. A memorial service will be Thursday, April 9, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Ct., Newark with military services accorded. Survived by ex-wives; Julie Brundage of Phelps, and Stacey Smith of Wolcott; son, Zachary Lagana of Phelps; daughter, Marissa Lagana of Wolcott; brother, Thomas F. Lagana Jr. of Waterloo; companion Brenda Lorraine of Minoa; aunts, uncles & many friends. Memorials to the Veterans Outreach Program, 459 South Ave., Rochester, NY. Condolences may be made at www.pusaterifunerals.com

DeMent, Marilyn May - Marilyn DeMent, 82, of Sodus Point,  died on Friday, April 3, 2009 in Newark Wayne Community Hospital. Family and friends are invited to call Monday, 10 a.m. to noon at the Norton Funeral Home, 45 West Main Street, Sodus, where funeral services will immediately follow. The family wishes to give special thanks to the staff of the Wayne County Nursing Home. Mrs. DeMent was predeceased by her husband Kenneth in 2003. She is survived by children; Carol Smith and Nancy DeMent, both of Sodus Point; Linda (Robert) McNamara of Rochester; Kenneth Jr. (Brenda) of Panama City, Fl.; and Barbara DeMent of Alton; 9 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters: Walter (Mary) Whitney and Kenneth (Theresa) Whitney all of Rochester, William (Carol) Whitney of Avon, Neta (Ron) Seever and Richard (Penny) Redder all of Rochester; brother-in-law, Richard (Betty) DeMent of Sodus; sisters-in-law: Esther (Richard) Allaire, Linda Whitney and Ruby Whitney, all of Rochester, Ruth Whitney of Hawaii, and Vera DeMent of Fairport; several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Marilyn’s memory to the Sodus Town Ambulance Corp., PO Box 344, Sodus, NY 14551 On line condolences may be submitted to the family at www.hsnorton.com.

Chappell, Thomas - Thomas Chappell.58, of Newark, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, March 18, 2009, surrounded by his loving family and friends.  A graveside service will be held April 17, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at Newark Cemetery. Tom was a member of the Park Presbyterian Church, a councilman for the Town of Arcadia, serving his 2nd term. He graduated from the Boston Museum School of Art. He loved to garden, was a conservationist, and loved to travel  with his family. He was an avid Celtic's fan. Tom was a member of the Cancer Relay for Life Team for 8 years, a photographer, grant writer, and project construction manger of Sheen Housing Authority. Thomas is survived by his wife of 30 years, Barbara (Bilotta);  son Andrew; daughter Robin; brother Robert (Betty) Chappell; sister Susan (David) Walters;  Uncle  Tom (Phyllis) Powers of Iowa, several nieces, nephews, cousins and many loving friends. Predeceased by his parents Winifred and Elmer Chappell. Memorials may be made to the House of John, 14 Spring St., Clifton Springs 14432; the Park Presbyterian Church, 110 Maple Court, Newark 14513; or the Arcadia Historical Society, 120 High St., Newark 14513. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Newark, NY. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.pusaterifunerals.com

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Dunn, Jerold M. - Jerold M. Dunn, 69, of Bear St., Lyons, died Saturday, April 4, 2009 at Newark Wayne Hospital. Jerold was born in Irondequoit, August 23, 1939. Son of Harold and Beatrice Bixby Dunn. He had worked as a security guard and did private work in the Rochester area. He served in the Army 7 years and served in Colorado, Italy & Germany and also lived in Germany. A graveside service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at Elmwood Cemetery, Lyons, Rt. 14 N. Survived by his wife of 46 years Isolde (Koenig) Dunn, 4 daughters; Beatrice (Klaus) Wembacher of Germany; Alice (Mike) Day of Rose, Tanja Dunn (Ron) Higgins of Geneva, Sabrina Smith of Lake Placid, 7 grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family friend Jeff Smith & Gregory Rupprecht. Memorials to Newark Wayne Hospital. Arr. by Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, Lyons. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com

Westbrook, Ralph F. - Ralph F. Westbrook, of Clearwater, FL, formerly of Newark, NY, died on April 1, 2009 at the age of 83. He was born in Williamsport, PA, son of Harry and Mabel Westbrook. Ralph and his family moved to Newark in 1957. He was active in the local Lions Club and the Football Fathers. He worked as a Metropolitan Life Insurance salesman until his retirement. He retired with his wife to Clearwater, FL in 1986. He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Charlotte. Additional survivors include his five children: John (Marie) Westbrook of Highland Falls, NY; Kathy (Paul) VanCamp of Southbridge, MA; Linda (Steve) Sayre of East Grenbush, NY; James (Margaret) Westbrook of Duluth, GA; and Timothy (Sydney) Westbrook of Vinton, VA. Ralph also leaves behind 15 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, his two brothers, Harry and Dale, a sister, Eileen, and his great-aunt Marguerite. Donations in his memory may be made to the Hospice of the Florida Suncoast, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33760, or St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 1199 Highland Ave., Largo, FL 33770.

Lester, Mary E. (Beth) - Mary Lester, 84, of Stuart Ave., Newark died Friday, April 3, 2009 at Newark Wayne Hospital. Beth was born in Marion on Oct. 27, 1924, daughter of Henry & Edna Fike Wood. She graduated from Newark High School in 1942 and from Baptist Bible seminary in Johnson City, NY in 1946. Beth was a charter member of 3 churches, the last being a 30 yr. membership at Grace Baptist Church in Marion. She was involved in girl scouts for 38 years. She enjoyed camping, fishing & taking trips with her family. She also loved reading, and sewing. Above all she loved her savior Jesus Christ, her husband and her children. Friends may call Monday 5-8 p.m. at Schultz Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Ct., Newark. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church, 3040 Walworth Marion Rd., Marion. Burial in East Palmyra Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the church, 14505. Survived by her 3 daughters, Deborah & Rebekah Lester, & Priscilla Valle, granddaughter, Beth (Michael) Vetter, great-grandson, Nicholas Vetter, sister-in-law, Elizabeth Savage, special adopted daughter, Harriet Farnsworth, nieces, nephews. Condolences to www.pusaterifunerals.com. Predeceased by her husband Harold J. in 2004 and son Jonathan in 1965 & brother Charles Wood.

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