DEATH NOTICES
January 2010 - March 2010

February 8, 2010

Paull, Bernard A. - Bernard A. Paull, 78, of Lasher Rd., Clyde, passed away Friday, Feb. 5, 2010 at Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic. Bernard was born July 1, 1931, in Prospect, Oneida County, a son to Albert and Eva Reynolds Paull. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and was a member of the National Rifle Association and North American Hunting Club. Family and friends may call from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9 at Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons, followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m. Burial will be in South Lyons Cemetery.
He is survived by his Aunt Barbara and Uncle Lewis Reynolds of Clyde; cousins Terri (Phil) Yautzy, Randy Reynolds, Brad (Lisa) Reynolds, Chuck Holtz, Edward Holtz, Neva Backus, Bernida King, John Radzinski, Sammy and Susan Reynolds; niece Yvonne Paull; second-cousins Phil, David and Kathy Yautzy, Justin VanOrden, Todd and Kyle Oberdorf and Zachary Reynolds; half-sisters, Florence Converse and Mary Weaver; and half-brother, Albert Paull Jr.

Heidenreich, Herbert Edward - Herbert Edward Heidenreich, 81, of Lyons, went to be with his beloved wife, Martha, and the Lord on Feb. 4, 2010, at Clifton Springs Hospital. Herbert was born Jan. 22, 1929, in Lyons, son of avid, devoted fruit farmers Edward A. and Grace Van Marter Heidenreich. He juggled working the busy fruit farm life while attending Lyons Central School. He married in 1950 and was blessed with 55 years of marriage. Herbert retired from fruit farming in 2000. He resided at the Clifton Springs Nursing Home since 2008. He was a member of the Marantha Baptist Church in Lyons. Herbert was approaching a sixty-year membership of the Humanity Lodge 406 F & A.M. in Lyons. Herbert was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers in Rochester from 1960 to 1984. He supplemented the family's income by working as an operating engineer in construction as well as running a 325-acre fruit farm with Martha and son Gregg. He built four houses as well as a cottage and several other structures, including a playhouse for his daughters when they were very young. At one time he was a member of the Sky Rovers Model Airplane Club in Phelps. He was an avid model airplane and boat builder throughout his life and kept himself occupied in the nursing home with his model building. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends. He was a great father, husband and friend. Friends and family may call from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8 at Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home, 5 Phelps St., Lyons. A funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9 at the Maranatha Baptist Church, 8721 Travell-Knapps Corners Road in Lyons, with Pastor Rodger Bottrell presiding. For directions, call 946-5033. A reception for friends and family will follow at the church. Burial will be in the South Lyons Cemetery. He is survived by his son, Gregg (Catherine) of Lyons; two daughters, Bonna (James) McMahon of Penn Yan and Triska Heidenreich of Geneva; two grandsons, Kevin and Donny McMahon. Special friends of the family include Pam Llewellyn, Mary Salerno, Fred Hunt, Pastor Rodger Bottrell and many others. He was predeceased by his wife Martha Loucks Heidenreich; daughter, Laraine M. Heidenreich; son, Brent H. Heidenreich; and brother Saxon A. Heidenreich. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Marantha Baptist Church.

Critelli, Thomas F. - Thomas F. Critelli, 96, of 

Newark died Saturday, February 6, 2010 at Newark Wayne Community Hospital. Friends may call on Tuesday. February 9 from 4-7 p.m. at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, February 10 at St. Michael’s Church, South Main Street, Newark.  Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials in his name may be made to the St. Michael’s Church, 401 South Main Street, Newark, New York 14513. Mr. Critelli was born in Newark, on January 3, 1914 the son of Felix and Rose Rocco Critelli.  He was a 1932 graduate of Newark High School.  Tom was a communicant of St. Michael’s Church and a member of the Newark Council #897 Knights of Columbus.  He had worked for Bilotto News and Hallagan Furniture.   Tom retired from the Village of Newark in 1976, where he had been foreman of the water department.  He enjoyed making woodcrafts and painting pictures, Tom loved working in his garden and was an avid sports fan. He is survived by three daughters Patricia (Eugene) Mason of Newark, Marilyn (Stephen) Thompson of Williamson and Mary Alice Nicoletta of Newark; thirteen grandchildren 23 great grandchildren, a brother-in-law Anthony DeLisio, many nieces and nephews.  Tom was predeceased by his wife of 68 years, Rosalie (DeLisio) in 2003, a son-in-law Dr. Robert Nicoletta, five brothers Anthony, Frank, Nicholas, Joseph and Michael, a sister Catherine Amrose.

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Moody, Clarence O. - Clarence O. Moody, 78, of Lyons/Phelps, died Tuesday, February 2, 2010. Services were held Friday, February 5 at Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons with Rev. King Lewis officiating. Burial in Sunset Gardens, Marion, SC. Clarence was born in marion, SC on June 7, 1931, son of Robert and Lillie Mae Johnson Moody. He was a mechanic for Samuels Motors in Lyons and also was a truck driver. He served in the Army from 1951-1954. Survivors include his wife Barbara Jean Brantling Moody; 4 sons Willie Simmons of Connecticut, Clarence and Curtis Moody of Lyons and Willie Smallwood of Geneva. Daughter Lizzie Smallwood of Lyons, sister Gertrude White of Lyons, companion Estella Sutton; several grandchildren, host of nieces and nephews. He lived in Lyons for many years before living in Phelps.

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Sechrist, Lucas Jonathan - Lucas Jonathon Sechrist, "Luke", age 15, of Ferrum, VA passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2010, following his triumphant fight with cancer. Luke was a sophomore at Franklin County High School, where he was a member of the Science club. He had a passion for the environment and loved animals. He was a member of Rocky Mount Christian Church.
His family received friends Friday, January 29 at Flora Funeral and Cremation Services, 665 South Main St., Rocky Mount, VA. A memorial service was Sunday, January 31, at Rocky Mount Christian Church with Rev. Jody Johnson officiating. Surviving are his parents Mike and Leslie Sechrist of VA; sister Kristin of TX; brother Jeremy of VA; grandparents Raymond and Betty Sechrist of NC, Gail Townsend of Lyons, NY; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and one niece; also his miniature daschund Ramon. Luke was preceded in death by his grandfather Robert Townsend of Lyons, NY. You can read more about Lucas’s struggle with cancer and leave a memorial at www.caringbridge.org/visit/lucassechrist. The family suggests memorials be made to Ronald McDonald House, 2224 South Jefferson St., Roanoke, VA 24014 or www.caringbridge.org or www.stjude.org. 

Cambier, Louise - Louise Camber of Riverside, CA/Marion died Jan. 17, 2010 in Riverside, Calif. at the age of 100. Louise was born Dec. 16, 1909 in Greenoch, Scotland, the daughter of William and Margaret Goligher. She immigrated to the United States in the 1930s from Scotland and married Stanley Cambier, of Marion. They ran Cambier’s Grocery on Main Street in Marion for many years. She was widowed in 1957. She worked at Gleason Works, in Rochester and moved to California in 1996 at the age of 86. A funeral service was held in Riverside, California Jan. 22. Burial will be in Marion at a later date. 
A memorial service will be held at Bible Baptist Church, of Sodus, at 2 p.m. Saturday Jan. 30. She is survived by two daughters, Vivian Ganze (Ronald), of Lyons, and Christine Collier (Donald), of Riverside, CA; eight grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.  In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to American Bible Society, 1865 Broadway, New York, N.Y. 10023-7505 or to Samaritan’s Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, N.C. 28607. Local arrangements were made by Stevens Funeral Home in Marion.

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February 2, 2010

Hallock, Donald - Donald Hallock, 88, of Newark died Monday, February 1, 2010 at Newark Wayne Community Hospital. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 6 at St. Francis Church, Church Street, Phelps. Memorials in his name may be made to the American Heart Association, 3500 Winton Place, Rochester, New York 14623. Mr. Hallock was born in Kearney, New Jersey on October 29, 1921.  He attended Castleton High School in Castleton, New York and was drafted into the Army in 1942.  Don spent ten and a half years in the Army before enlisting in the US Navy Construction Battalion for another eleven and a half years.  He graduated from the 7th Army Military Academy in Germany, completed the engineering school in California and licensing examiner school at Pearl Harbor.  After his military career, he drove truck for United Van Lines for over twenty years.   Don continued working for Parker-Hannifin, finally retiring at age 78. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Dorothy, a son Jay Hallock of New York City, four step-daughters Donna (Dan) Laurenzo of Phelps, Susan Gorall of AZ, Roberta Blanke of Fl, and Debbie Louery of Syracuse, a step-son Rodney Blake of Ovid; two special grandchildren Daniel Laurenzo, Jr. and Christine Brunner and several other grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews .  Don is predeceased by a son Galen and eight siblings. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Kouwe, Maureen "Tody" - Maureen “Tody” Kouwe, 53, of Rochester/Newark, died suddenly on Sunday, January 31, 2010 while on a ski vacation with family and friends in Beaver Creek, Colorado. A celebration of Maureen’s life will be held on  Saturday, February 27, 2010 from 3-6 p.m. at Burnham’s Canalside Restaurant 125 North Main St, Newark, New York. Memorials in her name may be made to an animal rescue program of your choice or please consider planting a tree to beautify the earth she loved so much. Miss Kouwe was born in Newark on February 17, 1956, the daughter of Peter and Marilyn “Griff” Kouwe.  She was a graduate of Newark High School class of 1974.  She also graduated from SUNY Buffalo and R.I.T.  Tody was the Pre-Press Manager at Hammer Packaging in Henrietta.  She enjoyed traveling. Tody loved the outdoors and spent much time gardening, biking, skiing, and swimming, always with her faithful companion, Rio, by her side. Maureen is survived by her brother Richard (Jeannie) of Tampa, Fl., her sister Marcia (Larry) Brown of Newark and very special nieces and nephews Holly (David) Kassan of Brooklyn, NY, Christopher Brown of Victor, NY, Zachery Kouwe of Brooklyn, NY, Andrew Kouwe of Jacksonville Fl., Robert and Jack Kouwe of Tampa, a great nephew Lucas Kassan,  and many friends.  She was predeceased by her parents Peter and Marilyn (Griff) Kouwe and a brother Robert Kouwe. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

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February 2, 2010

Foster, Patricia R. - Patricia Rene Foster, 48, of Newark died Wednesday, January 27 after a courageous battle with cancer. Family and friends may call Tuesday, February 2 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc. 124 West Miller Street, Newark where a Funeral Service will follow at 3 o’clock with Greg Logan officiating. In memory of Patricia please consider donations to a charity of choice. Patricia was born the daughter of the late J.T. and Ethel (DeBois) Foster on March 12, 1961 in Midway, Alabama. She graduated from Lyons High School. Patricia especially enjoyed cooking and always had room for one more at her home and in her heart. Patricia will be remembered by her sons Kellen D., Khalil J., and Jordell D. Foster; daughters Jina R. and Jerrica J. Foster; five grandchildren; nephews William Hicks, J.C. Walker and Reggie Walker; her niece Jessica Beal; brother Edward (Lucia) Foster; sisters Carolyn (John) Foster-Brown, Ester Williams and Theresa Fields of Georgia; several nieces and nephews. You may light a candle of memory or condolence by visiting www.watermanfuneralhome.com

Lynn, Marie - Marie Lynn, 96, died Sunday, January 31, 2010 at the MM Ewing Continuing Care Center in Canandaigua. Survivors include her daughter Donna Woodhams of Manchester, son Duane Lynn of Manchester. She was predeceased by son Daniel Lynn. There will be no calling hours. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to MM Ewing Continuing Care Center, 350 Parrish Street, Canandaigua.

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Dean, Robert E. Sr. - Robert E. Dean Sr., 81, formerly of Newark, NY passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2010 at his retirement home in Sun City Center, Fl. He served in the Army in Korea, and returned home to work for the State for 37 years. He retired to Florida to relax with his wife and play golf.  He was preceded in death by his son Robert E. Dean Jr. and is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Anna Priebe Dean; his grandson Jud and his wife Melissa; his granddaughter Megan and her husband John and their daughter Olivia. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the “Ed Dean Memorial Scholarship Fund,” P.O. Box 561, Georgetown, DE, 19947.

Bellinger, Mark Anthony - Mark Anthony Bellinger, 24, of Sodus/Lyons died Saturday, January 30, 2010, as a result of a train accident. Mark was born in Rochester, August 28,1985, son of Adrian & LuAnn (Salter) Bellinger. He had worked at McDonalds in Lyons & Newark, liked to play guitar and video and computer games. Friends may call Tuesday, February 2, from 5-7 p.m. at the Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77
William St., Lyons, where funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. with Rev Keith Henry. Mark is survived by his mother, Luann Bellinger; 2 brothers, Richard (Jessica) Salter of Ontario, Brandon Bellinger of Sodus; 2 nieces, Jalynn & Madelyn; nephew, Braiden; maternal grandfather, Edward Salter of Sodus; paternal grandmother, Mary Bellinger of Wolcott; aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Predeceased by his grandparents, Evelyn Salter & William Bellinger. Memorials to the Lyons Fire Dept or to the Lyons Town Ambulance. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com.

Fabino, Mary R. - Mary R. Fabino, 87, of Water St., Lyons, died Saturday, January 30, 2010. Mary was born in Newark on February 28, 1922, daughter of Anthony & Grace (Scutella) Minutolo. In her earlier years she worked at Stotts Dry cleaners in Newark. Mary was a familiar face for many years at the Soda Spa and Fitzgerald’s Restaurant, both in Lyons. She attended St. Michael’s Church in Newark and like to attend function at the American Legion in Lyons. A private service will be held at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home 103 Maple Ct., Newark. Burial in Newark Cemetery. Mary is survived by her brother, Peter (Virginia) Minutolo of Newark; nieces and nephews, Len (Karen) DeWeerdt, Tim (Mary Grace) Burnell, Mike, Paul and Theresa Minutolo, Joe (Val) Liotta; Brother in laws, Jim (Josephine) and Bucky Fabino. Predeceased by her husband Albert; brothers, Frank, Paul, Joe; sisters, Ann, Josephine, Carmen, Rose and Jane. Memorials to DeMay Living Center, Newark or to St. Michael’s Church, Newark. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com.

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Mourey, Joann McDonald - Joann McDonald Mourey, 49, of Alton, died Monday, January 25, 2010 with her family by her side. Joann was born in Geneva on April 28, 1960, the daughter of Joseph and Anne Tarr McDonald. She was a graduate of South Seneca Central School in 1978. She attended upholstery school in Baton Rouge, LA. She operated her business in Alton, NY. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 6 at 12 noon at the Alton Gospel Tabernacle, Route 14 North, Alton. Reception to follow service in the church hall. Memorials may be made to the Hematology & Oncology Partients Assistance Funds, 6 Ambulance Drive, Clifton Springs, NY 14432. Survivors include her husband of 27 years, Nathan (Nate) Mourey, stepson Nathan II (Gunner) of New Hampshire; her mother Anne Tarr Getman of Ovid; sister Susan of Ovid; brothers Stephen J. of FL, John Paul of Newark and Allan of NYC; father and mother-in-law Bud and Ellen Mourey of Alton; nieces, nephews, cousins, special godmother Jean Quinn of Ovid. She was predeceased by her father Joseph J. on December 8, 1965. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, Newark. www.pusaterfunerals.com

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Marvin Jr., Phillip L. - Phillip L. Marvin, Jr. died suddenly at the age of 49 on January 25, 2010. He is survived by his daughter, Sarah; parents, Phillip Sr. and Norma; two brothers and two sisters, Thomas and Lawrence (Rebecca), Dawn (Robert) Lannon, Annette (John) Joyce; nieces and nephews, Kaylee (Blaine) Welgraven, Kraig and Kasey Marvin, Matthew and Andrew Lannon and Hannah and Leah Marvin; many aunts, uncles and cousins. He worked in the family business, Marvin Buick and in farming for many years, where he loved the outdoors. Friends may call from 2 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 28 at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home at 7501 Pittsford-Palmyra Road in Fairport at the Egypt location. A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 29 at St. Michael Church at South Main Street in Newark. Interment will be at the Macedon Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Road, Lyons, N.Y. 14489. 

Reithel, George W. - George W. Reithel, 77, of Sodus died suddenly on Monday, January 25, 2010. George is survived by his wife, Hien "Kim" Reithel; children, Penny (Joe) Dodge, Susan (Will) O’Brien, Anne Marie (Larry) Keese, Christopher (Dawn) Reithel and Mary Beth (David) Gardner; step children, Cathy (Anthony) Fiordeliso, Wanda (Todd) Barnhart and Ann Marie Victorious; sister, Shirley Keymel; brothers, Raymond (Marilyn) Reithel and Donald (Sibylle) Reithel; 9 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; and 7 step grandchildren. George was predeceased by his wife, Mary Jo Sprong Reithel and by his parents, Raymond and Frances Reithel. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, January 28, from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. at NORTON FUNERAL HOME, 45 W. Main Street in Sodus. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Church of the Epiphany in Sodus. Interment will be at the Sodus Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in George’s memory may be directed to either S.T.A.C. or to the Church of the Epiphany. On-line condolences may be directed to George’s family at www.hsnorton.com

Collins, Nancy - Nancy Collins, 62, of Clifton Springs died Friday, January 22, 2010 at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Family and friends may attend calling hours from 10:30 to 11 a.m. on Friday, January 29, 2010 when a Funeral Service will follow at 11 a.m. Spring interment in Crusoe Cemetery, Tyre, NY. In memory of Nancy please consider donations to a charity of choice. Nancy was born the daughter of the late James and Mary Rakoczi Collins on May 30, 1947 in Tonawanda, NY. She enjoyed shopping, dancing and music. With a large collection of purses she always loved to have money to put in them. Nancy will be remembered by her sister Maryanne Luzier of PA; several nieces and nephews; many friends and staff at the Finger Lakes DDSO. Nancy was predeceased by her sister Marge Luzier two weeks ago. You may light a candle of memory or condolence by visiting www.watermanfuneralhome.com

Predmore, Agnes H. - Agnes H. Predmore, of Fairville died January 23, 2010, suddenly after a short stay at the DeMay Living Center. Aggie is survived by her husband of 60 years, Walter L. Predmore Jr. and son John Michael and his family. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday January 29 from 7-9 p.m. at the Norton Funeral Home, 45 West Main Street in Sodus. On Saturday, her Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. from St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church, South Main Street in Newark. Interment will follow at the Fairville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to either St. Michael’s Church; or to the DeMay Living Center. On-line condolences to the family may be sent to www.hsnorton.com

Stevens, Gary - Gary Stevens, 77, of Caroline Street, Clyde died Tuesday, January 26, 2010. A memorial service will be held Friday, January 29 at 2 p.m. at Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons. Burial in South Lyons Cemetery. Gary was born in Olean May 26, 1932, son of Cecil and Bernice Hannigan Stevens. He was a prisoner of war for 34 months in Korea and he served in the army. He was a member of VFW Post 207 of Rochester. He was a millwright for local union 1163. Special thank you goes to Dr. Palis of Rochester, VA and Joy for the wonderful care given to Gary and his family. Survivors include his wife of 26 years, Donna Contario Stevens, stepson Benjamin (Brooke) Burkins of Rochester, 3 grandchildren, Anthony, Camden and Haden; sister Sandy of Arizona, 2 brothers, Cecil jr. & Raymond of Elmira. His wife's family, the Contarios, lived in the Lyons and Newark area for many years. 

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Schultz, Gary D. - Gary D. Schultz, 66, of Newark, died Saturday, January 23, 2010, at the Clifton Springs Hospital. Mr. Schultz was born in Naples on April 27, 1943, the son of Denton and Enid Perry Schultz. He graduated from Trumansburg High School in 1961 and from Penn State in 1965, with a degree in Business Management. He came to Newark for the job of Director of Purchasing at Sarah Coventry and worked there until its closing. He then worked at Key Industries for 13 years. For the past 10 years, Gary has been a department manager at Wal-Mart in Newark. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and had been a member of the Newark Kiwanis Club. Friends may call from 3-7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 26 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 27 at the First United Methodist Church, South Main Street, Newark with Rev. Roger Smith officiating. Burial will be in East Newark Cemetery. Gary is survived by his wife of 44 years, Dian (Harrington) Schultz; daughter Jennifer (Sean) Beattie of Newark; three sons, Kevin (Stacy) of Newark, Stephen (Debra) of Walworth and Mark (Brandi) of Las Vegas; ten grandchildren, Brianna & Gabrielle Olschewske, Brandon & Steven Beattie, Courtney, Emily, Allyson, Megan, Kaleb and Camryn Schultz; his mother Enid Schultz of Sodus; two sisters Diane (Carlton) Stone of Wheatfield and Kathy (Wayne) Spaulding of Ontario, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Denton in 1991. Memorials in his name may be made to the Finger Lakes Hematology & Oncology Center, 6 Ambulance Drive, Clifton Springs, New York 14432 or to the American Cancer Society, 1400 Winton Road N. Rochester, New York 14609. 
Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com 

Lannon, Elaine Ann (Taylor) - Elaine "Ellie" (Taylor) Lannon of Newark, passed away with her family by her side on January 22, 2010 at Highland Hospital in Rochester.  Elaine was born September 1, 1938, and was a lifelong resident of Newark, a daughter of Leon Taylor and Dorothy (Finewood) Taylor. She was a 1956 graduate of Newark High School and a 1960 graduate of Keuka College, with a degree in nursing. She later earned a Masters Degree in Nursing Education. Her nursing skills were always used in the local communities as she first was a school nurse in Newark ISD and spent most of her career as a nurse in the Phelps-Clifton Springs ISD. Early in her career she also frequently would work extra hours as a special nurse with private care patients until such time as raising her children became her priority. In 1992 Mrs. Lannon retired from the Phelps-Clifton Springs ISD. Although family was the most important interest in her life, she still found time to enjoy other interests in life. She has been an active member of her High School class reunion, traveled several times to Texas and New Mexico, liked local history, was a member of DAR, NYS Teachers Association, and the Port Gibson Travelers. She was and avid gardener, loved to refinish furniture, do crossword puzzles to keep her mind sharp, and was often watching Syracuse University Basketball games on TV or sometimes in person. As history she was also the major coordinator for the Taylor-Gannett-Boeheim Family Reunions which drew over 80 people from many states that would end up connecting over six generations. But, the best times were found with her family, especially when she could attend sporting events of her grandkids. She loved being able to cheer them on from the sidelines. Visiting hours will be Tuesday, January 26, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Patrick Funeral Home, 26 W. Main St., Clifton Springs. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 27 at the funeral home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Elaine is survived by her children; Kevin (Doris) Lannon of Romulus, Michael Lannon of Rochester, Robyn (Casey) Middlebrook of Newark, and Jon (Teri) Lannon of Phelps; 13 grandchildren and one great grandchild; her mother, Dorothy Taylor of Newark; brothers, Bill (Sherrie) Taylor of TX and John (Eileen) Taylor of Newark; sister, Kathy (Gary) Schancer of NM; several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Wayne County Historical Society in Lyons or to St. Michael’s School in Newark.
Condolences may be made at www.patrickfuneralhome.com. 

Cipriano, Velda Marie - Velda Marie Cipriano, 88, of Water St., Lyons, died Saturday, January 23, 2010. Marie was born in Cedar Run, VA on December 28, 1921, daughter of Franklin and Sadi (Beal) Wines. She had worked in her earlier years for Kenmore Co. of Lyons and was an aide at the Wayne County Nursing Home. She was a member of the American Legion and VFW Women’s Auxiliary. A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 29, at 10:30 a.m. at the Boeheim-Pusateri Funeral Home, 77 William St., Lyons with Deacon Greg Kiley. Burial in Elmwood Cemetery. Marie is survived by her son, Nicholas Jr. of Lyons; 2 daughters, Judy Cipriano of Santa Monica, CA and Niki (Roy) Cox of Lyons; 6 grandchildren, Joe and Anthony Sanzi, Ann Marie Bates, Cathy Gagnier, Nicholas and Michael Sanzi, and Alaina Bates; nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband Nicholas in 1994, daughter Sandra Sanzi in 2003 and nieces and nephews. Memorials to the Humane Society of Wayne County, 1475 County House Rd., Lyons. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com

Backus, Bruce A. - Bruce A. Backus, 56, of Pucker St., Waterloo, died Saturday, January 23, 2010. Bruce was born in Seneca Falls on February 8, 1953. He grew up in Newark and lived many years in the Newark and Marion area. Bruce did landscaping and loved to garden. He traveled from the east coast to the west coast and all over Florida. He worked in sawmills and loved music. Friends may call Thursday, January 28, from 1-2 p.m. at the Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Court, Newark, where services will be held immediately after calling hours with the Rev. George Walter presiding. Burial in South Lyons cemetery. Bruce is survived by his mother, Naomi Backus of Waterloo; brother, Vance (Michelle) of Newark; son Kevin of Macedon; 2 daughters, Tonya (Richard Bearce) Backus of Macedon and Julie Backus of Seneca Falls; 3 grandchildren, Rebecca, Kayla, Richard Jr.; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Memorials to Alcoholics Anonymous, 10 Manhattan Square, Rochester 14607. Visit www.pusaterifunerals.com

Pallister, Vera L - Beloved friend, nature lover, and artist, Vera Louise Pallister, 93, of Lyons, died peacefully at the Wayne County Nursing Home on January 20, 2010 with her loving caregiver/ companion by her side. Vera "Weezie", daughter of Ella (Lyman) and William Pallister, was born November 18, 1916 in Williamson, New York. Vera worked many years as an occupational therapist at the Newark Developmental Center. Upon retiring, Vera and her sister Doris opened The Jack and Jill Gift Shop in Inlet, New York, where they sold antiques. Vera loved the mountains for which she developed the Adirondack Discovery logo and was named a honorary lifetime member. Many lasting friendships where formed there. Vera was a unique woman. She had style and class, talent and creativity. Vera was quick with a joke and thoughtful with advice. Vera loved putting on a "sassy" cap and heading out for a long ride in her sporty, red convertible. Some of her favorite adventures were driving around the Finger Lakes, cruising to Sodus Point, birdwatching at Montezuma and hunting for antiques. Vera was a lover of nature; an avid outdoorswoman enjoying birdwatching, snowshoeing, canoeing, hiking, tennis and golf. Of her many talents, Vera was a gifted artist. She was an avid wood worker spending many hours in her basement workshop In the house she designed. Her lifelike bird carvings are her most notable work. Over the years, Vera carved hundreds of birds and was featured in numerous magazine articles for her work. Many of these carvings now adorn the homes of her friends. Vera loved simple pleasures. She loved heading out for lunch at a diner of which The Williamson Candy Kitchen (Mary), Magee Diner (Debbie), Uncle Joe's Restaurant (Dawn), and the Hot Dog Wagon were her favorite. Vera stayed young at heart her entire life. Her quick wit, infectious laugh, and mischievous smile remained with her to the end. These attributes will be sorely missed by her caregiver "my buddy", Dawn Murphy, and special friends; Barb Campbell, Virginia Snyder, Bev and Bruce Carter, Carole Murphy, Vera Osbeck, Jan Norton, Betty and Henry DiSanto, Barb and Jack DeTorlo, Daniel Murphy and many others. Vera was preceded in. death by her parents and sister, Doris (2004). In keeping with Vera's wishes, there will be no calling hours and burial will be private. Instead, Vera asked that friends take a few moments to remember the great times shared and plant a flower or tree in her honor. Memorial contributions may be made to The Nature Conservancy/ Central Western New York Chapter, at 1048 University Avenue, Rochester NY, 14607. Remembrances can be sent to Dawn Murphy at 1067 Eyer Road, Lyons, NY 14489. Arrangements by Young Funeral Home, Williamson, NY.

Espenmiller, Beatrice - Beatrice Espenmiller, age 92, of Middletown , Ohio , formerly of Fulton, NY, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at Rittenhouse Senior Living where she had resided for six years. She was born September 5, 1918 in Syracuse, NY, moved to Fulton, NY, then moved to Middletown in 1960. She was a secretary for G.E. in Syracuse. She was a member The First Presbyterian Church and the V.F.W. Miami Valley Post 3809 Auxiliary. Bea volunteered at Middletown Regional Hospital and had a passion for entertaining at home and cooking for her guests. At her home in Sodus Point, NY, she enjoyed spending summers and falls with family and friends. Bea enjoyed bowling, playing bridge at Middletown Senior Citizens, found pleasure arranging flowers, and helping other people. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family at the Breiel Boulevard First Church of God in Middletown, with Dr. Eric Newell officiating. Preceding her in death were her parents, Maurice and Esther (Montgomery ) Bender; husband, Howard Espenmiller; and brother, George Bender. She is survived by three daughters, Diane (David) Aspinall of Fayetteville, NC, Joyce (James) Felske of Buffalo, NY, and Lou (Doug) Shockley of Middletown, OH; seven grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care of Middletown, 1131 Manchester Ave., Middletown , OH 45042 . Arrangements by Herr-Riggs Funeral Home, 210 S. Main St., Middletown.

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Cill, Elizabeth "Betty" - Elizabeth "Betty" Cill, 91, formerly of Bryant Ave., Newark, died Monday, January 19. 2010 at Newark Wayne Hospital. Betty was born in Holland July 4, 1918, daughter of Frank and Maria Roets Vandermeere. She had worked at Wolk Apparel in Newark for 28 years. She was a member of St. Michael's Church and the VFW Auxiliary. She had lived recently at Armstrong Senior Living Center. A funeral Mass will be said Thursday, Janaury 21, at St. Michael's Church in Newark. Burial in Newark Cemetery. Betty is survived by her son, Mark (Vicky) of Alanta, GA; daughter, Dolores (Ed) Maslyn of Goodyear, AZ; 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband, Vincent, in December 2007. Memorials may be made to St. Michael's School of Newark, or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home of Newark, www.pusateriafunerals.com.

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January 18, 2010

Lemmon, Robert A.  - Robert “Bob” Lemmon, 72, of Palmyra/Newark, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 16, 2010, surrounded by his family at the Rochester General Hospital. Mr. Lemmon was born in Geneva on June 30, 1937, the son of the late Alan and Florence Pier Lemmon. He was a steam generator foreman for Rochester Gas and Electric Company for many years, retiring in 1995. Bob served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1959. He will be remembered for his deep love of family and his unending good advice for each member. He was generous in helping the “underdogs”, taking them under his wing and guiding them to become productive members of society. He did the same for his fellow workers, teaching them, and guiding them with a good work ethic and sound financial advice. Bob had a great love of environment and humane treatment of animals. He loved his cottage on Seneca Lake, his Cris Craft boat “Sweetness” and camping in the Adirondacks. He will be remembered for his own “lingo”, nicknames and great sense of humor. Bob is loved and always will be loved by his family and many friends.  Friends may call from 3-6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 19, at the Park Presbyterian Church, Maple Court, Newark. Funeral services will be at the church at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 20. He is survived by his wife of 36 years Natalie (Waterman) Lemmon; three sons Ron (Judy) and their daughters Jessica and Kyle Lemmon, Jack (Jean) and their sons John and Dean Lemmon, Michael (Kelly) and their daughter Jordan. He is also survived by three daughters, Tracey Lemmon, and her son Scott Carlson, Tara (Tosh) Lemmon and their children Zachary, Brandon, Keelan and Michaela, Patrice Lemmon; two sisters MaryJane Zito and Patricia Hessney. Memorials in his name may be made to the Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Road, Lyons, New York 14489. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Ward, Jennie M.  - Jennie M. Ward, 82, of Newark, died on Saturday, January 16, 2010, at the DeMay Living Center. Mrs. Ward was born on August 11, 1927 in Newark, the daughter of Joseph and Rose Caldorado DeFelice. She was a member of the Newark Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Over the years, Jennie had employed at C.H. Stuart, Rus-Pak and Sarah Coventry where she worked in the material handling department. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010, at the Kingdom Hall of the Newark Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 201 Silver Hill Road, Newark. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. She is survived by her husband of 59 1/2 years Edwin “Bob”; two daughters Robin (Douglas) McDonald of Newark; Mindy (Dr. Alec) Sutherland of Pittsford; two grandchildren, Tracy (Sean) Burckholter and Daniel (Bethany) Cooke; her siblings Camille (Mary) DeFelice and Josephine Case, both of Newark. She was predeceased by her parents Joseph and Rose Caldorado DeFelice and a sister Ellen Pantussi. Memorial contributions in her name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association 435 E. Henrietta Road, Rochester, N.Y. 14623 or to the Kingdom Hall. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Bower, Shirley, M. - Shirley M. Bower, 83, of Newark/Waterloo, died Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010 at the DeMay Living Center in Newark. Calling hours are Monday, Jan. 18, 2010 at 10 a.m. at the Coe-Genung Funeral Home in Waterloo.  The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.  The Rev. Thomas Easttey, pastor of Waterloo United Methodist Church, will officiate.  Spring burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery in Waterloo. Memorial contributions may be given to one's local animal rescue. Shirley was born July 2, 1926, in Cranberry Lake, N.Y., the daughter of James H. and Emma L. Woefel Madison.  Shirley attended Trumansburg High School in the 1930s.  She retired from American Can in Geneva.  She was a member of a local writers club. Shirley was a columnist for the Finger Lakes Times, wrote short stories, and three novels. She was an avid Mets baseball fan.  Shirley was a volunteer at the DeMay Living Center before becoming a resident. She is survived by her two daughters; Diane Bower Boothe, of Waterloo and Lucinda (Roger) Ridley, of Denver, CO; one son; Michael Bower, of Carver, Mass.; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter; two sisters, Mary (Phil) White,  of Ithaca and Betty J. Decker, FL; many neices and nephews. She is predeceased by one son, James Bower; one daughter, Stephanie Bower Wagner; one brother, Dean Madison; and one sister, Jean Colburn.

Mittak, Jr., Paul J. - Paull J. Mittak, Jr., 76, of 27 Keli Dr., Waterloo, died Monday, Jan. 11, 2010 at Geneva General Hospital. In keeping with the family's wishes there will be no calling hours.  A gathering for the celebration of Paul's life will be announced at a later time. Memorial contributions may be given to American Heart Association, Heart Gifts Processing Center, PO Box 3049, Syracuse, 13220-3049 or ASPCA, 424 E 92nd St., NYC, 10128. Paul was born April 5, 1933, in the Bronx, the son of Paul J., Sr and Catherine Salony Mittak.  He was a graduate of Peter Stuyvensant High School of Arts and Science. He went on to graduate from City College of New York with a bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering.  He was a former employee of Garlock Industries in Palmyra, Xerox, GM/Delco in Webster, and ARC Key Industries in Wayne County, where he retired. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Micheline N. Aubert Mittak; one son, Paul A. (Janice) Mittak, of Shortsville; two daughters, Veronica Mittak, of Seneca Falls; Micheline M. (Gerard) DeFranco, of Honeoye Falls; two grandchildren, Olivia M. Mittak, Christian DeFranco; mother, Catherine Mittak, of Geneva; one brother, William (Barbara) Mittak, of Lyons, two sisters, Marilyn (Richard) Puls and Catherine (Robert) Harris, both of Lyons; many cousins, nieces, and nephews. He is predeceased by one brother, George M. Mittak. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Coe-Genung Funeral Home.

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LaRock, Edwin L. – Edwin Theodore LaRock, of Sodus, entered into rest on Saturday, January 9, 2010 in his 69 year. Born in Tampa, FL, Ed attended Catholic schools there until his family moved to Sodus in 1952. Ed earned a Regent’s Diploma from Sodus Central in 1958. He attended the State University of Brockport and earned a BS in Health, Physical Education and Recreation with a minor in Science. From SUNY Brockport he later earned a Master of Science. In 1962 Ed began his teaching career as physical education teacher and director of athletics at Saint John Kanty Prep in Erie, PA. In 1964 he joined the staff of Sodus Central School where over the next 33 years he helped shape the lives of many of the students who were fortunate enough to have him as a teacher or coach. While at Sodus, Ed was head basketball and baseball coach, physical education and science teacher and athletic director. He held numerous other positions as Assistant County Basketball Chairman, Treasurer of Central Western Zone of CAHPER, Section V Baseball Chairman, President of CW Zone Council of Administrators of HPER. His expertise as a coach was also recognized by his peers when he was awarded Class AA Football Coach of the year in Pennsylvania in 1962, Section V Basketball –Class A- Coach of the Year 1972-1973, 1973-1974 and 1975-1976. He also received the Outstanding Coach Award from the New York State Coaches Association in 1975. To students, though, Coach was a man who unselfishly devoted his entire life to the youth of Sodus and its athletics. Ed instilled in his players a sense of sportsmanship first and then lots of hustle. The players and parents of those great championship teams will always remember the excitement and roar of the fans at the War Memorial or Silver Stadium as he coached teams to Section V Championships. But many who did not play on those teams remember Coach as one person to whom they could take any problem. He became a second Dad to many. For Ed being "Dad" to twenty-four exchange sons from Europe and South America gave him some of his greatest family experiences and fulfillment. Anyone entering Ed’s home knows the love and devotion he felt for "his boys;" all of their portraits take up one wall of his family room. During the past few months some of these young men and their parents have traveled to Sodus to visit with him. Sports legends are not always those who run the fastest, get the most hits, or score the most points. Sometimes a sports legend is the one who has encouraged you to play hard, play fair and be a good team member. The community of Sodus lost a sports legend when Ed LaRock passed away. Calling hours will be held Friday, January 15 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Norton Funeral Home, 45 West Main Street, Sodus, New York. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Church of The Epiphany, 105 West Main Street, in Sodus on Saturday, January 16 at 11:00 a.m. Ed, "Coach", as he was affectionately called by students and friends, is survived by his nieces Kimberly (Phil) Stanfield of Surprise, AZ, Elizabeth (Rod) Enders of Queen Creek, AZ; nephew Patrick (Cindy) Williams of Irving, TX; three great-nephews, Tyler Brown of Sodus, and Jacob and Nicholas Enders of Arizona, and his loving companion Sport. Ed is predeceased by parents Theodore D. LaRock and Virginia Donovan LaRock and his sister Roberta L. Williams. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Coach Ed LaRock’s memory. Contributions may be sent to the Ed LaRock Memorial Fund at Reliant Community Credit Union, 10 Benton Place, Sodus, New York 14551. Contributions may also be made to the Church of the Epiphany, 105 West Main Street, Sodus, New York 14551. Online condolences may be directed to www.hsnorton.com

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Burnham, Patricia Follette - Patricia Burnham, 77, of Newark/Mesa, AZ, passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2010 in Mesa, Arizona from complications of heart failure. Pat was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Virginia and Clayton Follette, and lived most of her life in Newark, NY. She is survived by her husband Lyle; son Scott (Marie) Burnham of Newark; and daughter Cathy (Bert) Edwards of Gilbert, Arizona; five grandchildren -  Matthew & Allison Burnham, and Corey, Kyle, & Kelly Edwards. A Memorial Service will be held in the Spring at Park Presbyterian Church in Newark. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Memorials in her name may be made to the American Heart Association www.americanheart.org or Hospice of the Valley www.hov.org.

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Austin, Lorraine B. - Lorraine B. Austin, 77, of Newark, died Sunday, January 10, 2010, at the Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Mrs. Austin was born in Newark on September 13, 1932, the daughter of Joseph and Mary Victoria Amrose Bramante. She was a 1950 graduate of Newark High School. Lorraine was a telephone operator for New York Telephone Company for many years. She retired in 1997 from Wayne County Department of Social Services where she was a receptionist and phone operator. An avid reader, she loved to play cards and Scrabble. Lorraine especially enjoyed time with her family. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 14, at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark, where funeral services will follow at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Rebecca Laird officiating. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Friends are invited to a reception following the services at the Newark Elks Lodge.  She is survived by three daughters: Valerie (Steve) Dulmage of Fairport, Vanessa (Mike) Stewart and Vaun (Tony) Blondell of Newark; two grandchildren Cara and Christopher Dulmage; a brother Don Bramante of Washington, DC; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Charles in 1997, three siblings Eleanor Lapresi, Pat and Joe Bramante. Memorials in her name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1400 Winton Road North, Rochester, New York 14609. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Scalise, Elizabeth "Betty" - Betty Scalise, 82, of Newark, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, January 9, 2010. Mrs. Scalise was born in Newark on May 24, 1927, the daughter of John and Mary Toti Truini. A life-long resident of Newark, she graduated from Newark High School, Class of 1944. Betty was an active member of her community. She was a communicant of St. Michael's Church and a member of the Rosary and Altar Society. She was a medical secretary of the late Doctors Tansley and Hamilton. Betty retired from the Newark Developmental Center in 1982 where she had worked in the administration office. She enjoyed her home and gardening and was considered by many to be a fine cook. Betty was a loving and caring wife and mother who always put her family first. She was passionate about her family, friends and faith. Father Felix Dalimpuo will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 15, at St. Michael's Church, South Main St., Newark. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. She will be dearly missed by many, especially her beloved husband of 46 happy years, Francis "Frank"; two children, Maria Scalise of Rochester and Frankie of Syracuse; and many nieces and nephews. Betty was predeceased by her three sisters, Isabella Scalise, Rose Alvaro and Lena Cinquegrana and three brothers, Richard, August and Carl Truini. The family is grateful for the loving support of family, friends and many others as she battled caner. Memorial contributions in her name may be made to St. Michael's Church, 401 South Main St., Newark 14513, or to the House of John, 14 Spring St., Clifton Springs 14432. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com.

Hayden, Nancy A. - Nancy A. Hayden, 70, of Newark, died Thursday, January 7, 2010, at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Mrs. Hayden was born in Newark on February 22, 1930, the daughter of the late Arthur Ray and Carolyn Woodruff Taylor. Nancy was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Friends may call from 12 noon to 1 p.m. on Monday, January 11, at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller St., Newark, where funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Roger Smith officiating. Burial in East Newark Cemetery. She is survived by a daughter, Carolyn Wemberley of Salt Lake City; a son, Robert Morris of Batavia, and three grandchildren. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com.

Forbes, Robert W.  - Robert Wheeler Forbes, 86, of Newark, died Friday, January 8, 2010 at the Wayne County Nursing Home with his children by his side. Bob was born the son of the late Jay and Frances Wheeler Forbes on February 22, 1923 in Auburn, NY. He was a graduate of Union Springs High School in 1940 and then attended Green Mountain College in Vermont and Syracuse University. Bob worked for C.H. Stuart Co. as a jewelry designer, Arcadia Florist and Wayne ARC where he retired from in 1987. As a member of the First United Methodist Church he served for many years as a Lay Leader. Bob and Elaine were very proud of the house they built together on Grace Avenue in Newark where they raised their children. Above all Bob valued his family and was a avid Syracuse University sports fan. The funeral home proudly flies the Air Forces Flag in honor of his service to our country during WWII. Family and friends may call Monday, Jan. 11 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark where Funeral Services will follow at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Roger Smith officiating. Burial to follow in Newark Cemetery. Bob will be remembered by his son Bart Forbes of Alexandria, Virginia; daughters Susan (Ken) Graham of Rush and Linda (James) Bridgeman of Newark; grandchildren Jacquie (Jason) Stanley, Cheryl Graham and Beverly Graham (fiancé Kris Galashan), Chad Crockford (fiancée Danielle Walther) and Colby Crockford and three step-grandchildren; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Maurice and Jeanne Strobridge of Newark and several nieces and nephews. Bob was predeceased by his loving wife of 56 years, Elaine on April 1, 2007 and brothers Howard and Ted Forbes. In memory of Bob please consider donations to the First United Methodist Church, 301 S. Main St, Newark 14513 or the Alzheimer Assoc., 435 E. Henrietta Rd, Rochester, 14620. You are invited to light a candle of condolence or memory by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

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Dale, Jane M. - Jane M. Dale, 78, of Sodus died on January 6, 2010.  Friends may call from 7-9 p.m. on Friday, January 8 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark where funeral services will be at 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 9 with the Rev. Christy Wareham officiating. Mrs. Dale was born on October 15, 1931, in Perry, New York the daughter of John and Doris VanDresser Sowerby.  She was a graduate of John Marshall High School in Rochester and worked many years as a secretary at Marina Dodge in Webster. She is survived by her husband Gary Dale of Sodus, four sons, Ronald (Sara) Downs of Bloomington Il.,  Paul (Ruth Ann) Downs of Penfield, Jeffrey (Christine) Downs of Fairport,  and Timothy (Cathy) Downs of Pittsford, a step-daughter Kimberly (Dominic) Folino of Sodus and ten grandchildren. Remembrances may sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Miller, Carol - Carol Miller, 86, died Monday, January 5, 2010 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, January 8 at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 9 at St. Michael’s Church, South Main Street, Newark.  Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials in her name may be made to St. Michael’s Church, 401 South Main Street, Newark, New York 14513. Mrs. Miller was born in Newark on January 23, 1923, the daughter of Ross and Helen “Nell” Grieve Warner.  She graduated from Newark High School and the Rochester Business Institute.  She had worked at Clifton Springs Hospital for over 30 years in the medical records department.  Carol was a communicant of St. Michael’s Church and a member of the Arcadia Senior Citizens.  She loved to play the piano and played at several area nursing homes and adult care facilities. She is survived by her daughters Sandra (Richard) Young of Pittsford and Katherine Musgrave of Clifton Springs, a son Fred “Chip” (Ann Bastian) Miller of Canandaigua , six grandchildren Michael and Steven Vanderwege, Susan and Jeremy Musgrave, Matthew and Amy Miller, six great-grandchildren, a sister Martha Jane Bain of Palmyra.  She was pre-deceased by her husband Fred in 1995 and a sister Janet Hause in 2009. Remembrances may be sent to www.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

Ludwig, Jean C. Rogers - Jean C. Rogers Ludwig, 86, of Newark joined her deceased husband George H. on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 surrounded by her daughter Carol and friends. Born in Rochester, NY in 1923, Jean attended Brighton High School receiving the award for "Most Likely To Succeed" and became a very successful businesswoman with the Whiting Pools and Ludwig's B&B, as well as being a successful model in her younger years. Jean was married to Philip H. Rogers, Jr. (deceased) and had one child, Carol Rogers Acquista of Newark, NY. She was predeceased by her only grandson Nicholas Acquista and her husband of 30 years George H. Ludwig. Jean can now always be with George where no one can ever separate them again. Memorial services to be held at a later date. To know her was to love her. She brought many moments of joy and happiness we will cherish forever. 

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