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William Dickens

William Dickens

Dec 29, 2012

William J. "Sonny" Dickens, age 76 of Alpine passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 29th. Sonny was born on March 26, 1936 to Frank H. & Grace Roleson Dickens in Montour Falls. Sonny lived his youth in Mecklenburg and Alpine area. Sonny was predeceased by his wife, Carolyn Ellis Dickens, brother-in-law, Robert Ellis, parents, Frank and Grace Dickens and his...

Helen Messersmith

Helen Messersmith

Dec 21, 2012

Helen Messersmith, age 92, of Alpine, NY, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family Friday, December 21, 2012. Helen was born June 23, 1920 to the late Mark and Adelia Cook in Tunkhannock, PA. Helen was predeceased by her husband of 50 years Duke Messersmith, daughter Donalee Messersmith, sister Doris Dibble, and brothers Don Cook and Loyd Cook....

Andrew Blim

Andrew Blim

Dec 16, 2012

Andrew F. Blim 1930-2012 Andrew F. Blim, age 82, passed away peacefully at Cayuga Medical Center, Ithaca, NY on December 16, 2012; leaving behind his loving wife Alberta E. of 58 years and seven children. Andrew (Cindy ) of Reading Center, NY, Connie Hively of Watkins Glen, NY, Daniel (Kelly) of Watkins Glen, NY, Timothy of Ithaca, NY, Charles of...

William Tuton

William Tuton

Dec 9, 2012

"Bill" William A. Tuton, born September 28, 1915 passed away peacefully December 8, 2012. Bill was predeceased by his loving wife of 52 years Helene. He's also predeceased by his parents Thompson and Lena Tuton, brother, Allen and sister, Annabell Keeney. Bill, a gentle and quiet man, lived the simple life living one day at a time. He was a...

Helen Flood

Helen Flood

Dec 8, 2012

Helen Sylvene (Sally) Flood Age 87, of Interlaken December 8th 2012 Helen Sylvene Flood (Sally) passed away Saturday night, December 8th at The Homestead of Penn Yan, NY where she resided the past three years. She was born in Reynoldsville, NY on June 30th 1925, the daughter of Aubrey and Mabel Drake. Sally graduated from Odessa High School and later...

Frederick Todd

Frederick Todd

Dec 7, 2012

Todd, Frederick D. age 75, known by many as "Uncle Fred" passed away peacefully with his wife Joan by his side, in his come at 414 West 2nd Street, Watkins Glen, NY on December 7, 2012. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held on Tuesday December 11, 2012 starting at 4:00 PM at the Montour Falls Fire Department,...

Frances Brennan

Frances Brennan

Nov 27, 2012

Frances M. Brennan age 94 passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2012 in the comfort of the Skilled Nursing Facility at Schuyler Hospital. Frances was born in Burdett, NY. Her sister, Laurel T. Mounts and several Nieces, Nephews and Great nieces and nephews survive Mrs. Brennan. Mrs. Brennan was the head nurse for a hospital in Buffalo, NY. In accordance...

Jean Chalk

Jean Chalk

Nov 27, 2012

Chalk, Jean Marie Age 84, Odessa, NY Jean Chalk passed on November 27, 2012. Jean was surrounded by her family at the Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls as she went on to be with her Lord. Jean was born on May 24, 1928 in Elmira, NY. She was predeceased by both of her parents, Stanley Kelly and Edna (Kelly) Burke...

Bernice Shoemaker

Bernice Shoemaker

Nov 23, 2012

Bernice I. Shoemaker, age 91 of Montour Falls, NY passed away on Friday, November 23, 2012 at Schuyler Hospital. Bernice was born January 1, 1921 to her parents William and Gertrude (Darling) Smith. She was predeceased by her husband James. Interment will take place at the Addison Rural Cemetery, Addison, NY. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Vedder & Scott...

Margaret Bump

Margaret Bump

Nov 23, 2012

Margaret M. Bump "Peggy" age 81, of Montour Falls, NY passed away peacefully after a brief illness on November 23, 2012. She was predeceased by her husband of 51 years H. Robert Bump "Bob". Peggy is survived by her four children, Scott R. Bump, Avoca, NY, Susan M. Bump, Arizona, Elizabeth M. John "Betsy", Woodland Hills, CA, and Ray D....

Adam Mitchell

Adam Mitchell

Nov 23, 2012

I Adam Edward Mitchell have left this earth to be your spirit and know that I loved all of you! I was born 12/31/92 fought a courage's battle with cancer and died in my best friends arms on 11/22/2012. I leave behind my parents. My mother Aleshia Mitchell of Montour Falls was always at my side never leaving me while...

Doris March

Doris March

Nov 19, 2012

Doris March, 80, passed away on November 19, 2012. Doris was born on May 5, 1932 to George and Emma (LaSalle) March. She is survived by her son, John Cartin. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Heart Association in Doris's name. Arrangements are under...

Verna Vonderchek

Verna Vonderchek

Nov 15, 2012

Verna F. Vonderchek Verna passed away November 15, 2012 at the Seneca View Nursing Facility. She was born December 1, 1926 to her parents George and Lilly (Sechrist) McCann. Verna is predeceased by her son Walter E. Vonderchek and brothers Desman, Don, George and Paul McCann. She is survived by her husband William Vonderchek Sr.; her children Bill Jr., Joseph...

Phillip Strong

Phillip Strong

Nov 15, 2012

Philip L. Strong "Bud", 75, born July 10, 1937 passed away November 15, 2012. He was predeceased by his wife of 45 yrs, Joan Strong. He is survived by his sister and brother in law Bruce & Jean Woodworth; daughter Patricia Dauth Strong, son Thomas Strong, step daughters Kelly Bennett and Betty Hayes, 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Family...

Carol Doane

Carol Doane

Nov 14, 2012

Carol Doane - 87 years - November 14, 2012 Predeceased by husband Wellington, daughter Sharon Neidlein and 3 sisters. Survived by children Carolyn Christensen (Charles Strong) of Watkins Glen, Charlotte Carpenter (Ronald) of Fort Collins, CO and Wellington, Jr. (Carol) of Odessa, 6 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call at...

Genevieve Dean

Genevieve Dean

Oct 31, 2012

Genevieve (Grover) Lewis Dean passed away on October 31, 2012. She was born on April 3, 1919 in Alpine, NY to her parents Chester and Maude (Zimmer) Grover. She was married to her first husband, E. Fay Lewis Jr. and to Harry Dean who predeceased her. Genevieve is survived by her sons, Bernard (Bud) I. and Cheryl Lewis and Rick...

Virginia Osborne

Virginia Osborne

Oct 27, 2012

Osborne, Virginia Nena Webber, of Odessa, New York passed away on October 27, 2012 in the comfort of her daughter's home. She was born on March 23, 1924 in Elmira, NY to her parents Roy and Nena (Brown) Webber. She was married to her husband Frederick Osborne on January 24, 1924. They were married for 60 years until his passing...

Joseph Gulyas

Joseph Gulyas

Oct 25, 2012

Joseph T. Gulyas, 85, passed away on October 25, 2012, at the Beechtree Care Center of Ithaca, NY after an extended illness. Born in Ithaca, on May 28, 1927, he was the son of Stephen and Mary Tobias and later adopted by Louis and Mary Gulyas. He was a graduate of the Trumansburg Central High School in 1944. Mr. Gulyas...

Ann Knoll

Ann Knoll

Oct 21, 2012

Ann C Knoll Ann C. Knoll passed away Sunday, October 21st 2012 at the age of 93. She was living at home which is how she wanted it. Her mother was Elda Dye and father was Lauren John Conway. She married Marvin E. Knoll who passed away August 1, 1978. They had three daughters, Nancy K. Elliott, Elizabeth J. Knoll...

Jean Carbone

Jean Carbone

Oct 3, 2012

In memory of Jean Carbone: Jean passed away October 3, 2012. She is survived by her husband Nicholas Carbone; sister, Joyce (Jack) Wilson; brother, Jim (Maxine) Webb; daughters, Gracie Carbone and Kathy (Rich) Capron; grandchildren, Chris and Emily Capron; great grandchildren, Sierra and Nick Carbone. She was known for being hospitable, open handed, thoughtful, and most of all faithful to...

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