Charles J. Decker Cadyville Charles J. Decker, 62, of Trudeau Rd., passed away Saturday (November 15, 2014) at Unity Hospital, in Rochester. Born in Plattsburgh, NY, July 7, 1952, the son of James and Jean Begarie Decker, he had resided in the Plattsburgh his entire life. Charles was a proud Marine having served during the Vietnam era and retired as a truck driver from Allstates Asphalt in Plattsburgh. He was a lifetime member of the Teamsters Union and was past Commander of the Morrinsonville American Legion Post 1619. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was predeceased by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Donna Decker of Plattsburgh, daughter, Shelly (Michael) Swarthout of Kendall, granddaughter, Alicia Sheeley of Kengall, daughter Jamee Decker-Changelo of Saratoga Springs, brother, Michael (Michelle) Decker of Saratoga Springs, sister, Susan (Joseph) Stahn of Keesville, close friend Marion Keyes of Cadyville, several nieces and nephews. To send a remembrance or to light a candle in Charles’ memory please visit www.brownandpowersfuneralhomes.com. The family is being assisted by Adam E. DuBois, director at the Bender-Brown & Powers Funeral Home, Hornell, NY. Honoring Charles’ wishes there will be no calling. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Charles Decker
Linda Stuck
Linda L. Stuck Alfred Station Linda L. Stuck, 67, of 6338 Shaw Road, passed away Tuesday (November 18, 2014) at Jones Memorial Hospital. Born in Bath, February 23, 1947, the daughter of Floyd and Alice (Vincent) Stoddard, she was a lifelong area resident. Linda was previously employed at the Salvation Army Store in Hornell, and early in her career had worked for a Cheese Factory in Oxford, Nebraska. She was a kind and caring person who loved all her family. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Arthur A. “Junie” Stuck in 2013, her step son Robert “Bobby” Stuck, 2 brothers Neil and Donald Stoddard, and her sister Betty Ake. She is survived by her 2 daughters Tina Dietz of Port Gibson, Brenda VanOrsdale of Hornell, her step daughter Vicki Parsons of Hornell, her sister Lynn (Earl) Wolfanger of Hornell, 2 brothers William Stoddard of Hornell, and James Stoddard of Alfred Station, 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. The family will be present 4-6PM Friday, November 21, 2014, at the Bender – Brown & Powers Funeral Home, 354 Canisteo St, Hornell, where funeral service will be at 6:00 PM, with Pastor Melissa Omans officiating. Burial will be in Almond Woodlawn Cemetery. To send a remembrance visit www.brownandpowersfuneralhomes.com , the family is being assisted by Chester A. Gosper IV director. Friends may make memorial contributions to: Any animal shelter in your area.
Carl Swain
Carl E. Swain Canaseraga Carl E. Swain, 91, of Mill Street, passed away Wednesday (November 19, 2014) St James Mercy Hospital. Born in Canaseraga, August 14, 1923, the son of John and Blanch Moses Swain, he had resided all his life in Canaseraga. Carl retired from Gunlocke and served his country in the United States Army during WWII. He was a member of the Larger Parish Church, the Canaseraga American Legion, Dansville VFW, Dansville Moose and was a lifelong member of the Canaseraga Volunteer Fire Dept. In addition to his parents Carl was predeceased by his sisters, Donna Ayers and Virgie Swain, brothers, Everett and Orin Swain. He is survived by one son, Elton (Nancy) Swain of Canaseraga, Step-Son, Jody (Lisa) Kenyon of FL, two daughters, Lori (Boyd) McDaniel and Michelle (Steven) Sleight both of Arkport, eight grandchildren, April Crego, John Swain, Vincent, Andrew, Joshua and Victoria McDaniel, Kiana and Noah Sleight, step-granddaughter, Corisa Kenyon, great grandsons, Joshua and Dylan Crego, several nieces, nephews and cousins. To send a remembrance to the family or to light a candle in Carl’s memory please visit www.brownandpowersfuneralhomes.com. The family is being assisted by Adam E. DuBois, Director. The family will be present to receive friends from 1PM-3PM on Saturday (Nov. 22, 2014), at the Bender – Brown & Powers Funeral Home, 354 Canisteo St, Hornell, NY 14843. Funeral services will follow calling hours at 3PM at the funeral home, Rev. Jess Flint officiating. Burial will be in Canaseraga Cemetery. Friends wishing may make memorial contributions to Canaseraga Volunteer Fire Dept. or to the Canaseraga American Legion.
Virgil Buchholz
Virgil N. Buchholz Hornell Virgil N. Buchholz, 75, of 780 State Rt. 21, Thacherville, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday (November 18, 2014) shortly after arrival at St. James Mercy Hospital. Born in the Town of Willing, NY, July 24, 1939, the son of Harry F. and Florence Fanton Buchholz, he had resided in the Hallsport area in his early life prior to enlisting in the Military. He was a graduate of Wellsville High School, and served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corp. He had been employed as an inspector for Ford Motor Company in Sandusky, Ohio for several years. He was a member of the Canisteo American Legion Post and the Whitesville Rod and Gun Club. He was predeceased by his parents, his wife Mariam Stever Buchholz in 2005, as well as six of his siblings. He is survived by three step-children, Donald and Theodore Buchholz, and Karen Brandal, two sisters, Jane (Archie) Kernan of Lindley, Joyce (Larry) Arbogast of Boliver, two brothers, Oscar (Dianne) Buchholz of Wellsville and Galen (Mary) Buchholz of Wellsville, his long time friend, Carol Moss of Canisteo, 2 grandsons and 2 great grandchildren, nieces & nephews, To send a remembrance to the family or to light a candle in Virgil’s memory, please visit wwwbrownandpowersfuneralhomes.com. The family is being assisted by Gerald R. Brown, Director at Brown & Powers Funeral Home of Canisteo, Honoring Virgil’s wishes, there will be no calling hours or services. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Friends may make memorial contributions to: Steuben Rural Ministry, PO Box 61, Canisteo, NY 14823.
Darrell Golish
Darrell E. Golish Wellsville/Whitesville Darrell E. Golish, 72, of 1075 Heselton Gully Road, passed away Sunday (November 16, 2014) at St James Mercy Hospital in Hornell. Born in Wellsville, May 6, 1942, the son of John and Rose Redner Golish, he had resided in Wellsville and Andover most of his life, moving to Whitesville about a year ago. He had been employed for General Roofing in Wellsville until becoming disabled. Darrell served his country as a member of the United States Army from 1960-1961. He was predeceased by his parents, his brothers, David and Steven, his sister, Mary E. Fanton, his grandson Tyler D. Golish, three brothers-in-law, Richard Waters, Theodore Edwards and Charles Fanton, as well as six sisters-in-law, Eileen Golish, Delores Golish, Janet Pridgen, Juanita Graves, Karen Graves and Alice Graves. He is survived by his wife, Judith Graves Golish to whom he was married on February 8, 1965, his five children, Tracy A. Golish of Whitesville, Deborah L. Golish of Wellsville, Douglas E (Tracy) Golish of Texas, Kenneth J. (Rhonda) Golish of Wellsville and Kevin D. (Yvette) Golish of Andover, his eleven Grandchildren, Jessica Button, Jennifer Button, Heather Mercier, Ashley Golish, Travis Golish, Shaun Golish, Sheri Golish, Aaron Golish, Kyle Golish, Sara Golish and Felicity Golish, 4 great grandchildren, Cody Igle, Connor Igle, Kaleb Gaus, and Joseph Anderson Jr, three brothers, John Golish of Florida, Clair (Pastricia) Golish of Jamestown and Richard (Arlene) Golish of Wellsville, two sisters, Joyce Waters of Whitesville and Darla Edwards of Wellsville, 2 brothers-in-law, Clayton Graves of Florida, and Karl Graves of Wellsville, and his sister-in-law, Bonnie Golish of Andover, several nieces and nephews. To send a remembrance to the family or to light a candle in Darrell’s memory, please visit www.brownandpowersfuneralhomes.com. The family is being assisted by Gerald R. Brown, Director at Brown & Powers Funeral Home of Canisteo. Honoring Darrell’s wishes, there will be no visitation hours. Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration Of Life for Darrell at the Andover Fire Hall on Sunday (Nov. 23, 2014) from 10 AM until 4 PM.
Bernard Piatt
Bernard J. Piatt Angelica Bernard James Piatt “Bernie” went peacefully home to his Lord and Savior on Saturday (Nov. 22, 2014) at the Hart Comfort House in Wellsville. He was born to Donovan and Leah James Piatt on August 17, 1921, in the Town of Allen. He spent his growing up years in Angelica, where he developed a lifelong love of airplanes and flying. As kids he and his pals spent many happy hours building model airplanes and then flying them in the park. His passion for flying came full circle when in the winter of 2002-2003 he and his son Jim built an ultralight plane in Bernie’s living room in Angelica. Bernie greatly enjoyed navigating that plane at age 81, and for the next couple years. He was a 1939 graduate of Wilsonian High and on Nov. 15 1940, he enlisted in the Army Air Force. He served his country in the Pacific theater of World War II, then re-enlisted, making it financially possible for him to marry the love of his life, Marguerite “Bunny” Goodreau. For 20 years he and Bunny, with children in tow, lived in such places as Mass, Delaware, New Mexico, Alaska, and northern New York. In Jan. 1961, he retired from the Air Force and relocated to his hometown, where he served as Angelica’s Village Clerk until 1973, when he became the director of the CETA program in Belmont, retiring in 1983. Bernie had many interests and hobbies at different times in his life, including raising parakeets, model railroads, fishing, camping, croquet, square dancing, cribbage, and his model airplanes. He was delighted to have one of his models put on display at the Glenn Curtis Museum in Hammondsport, and another at a museum at Dart Field, near Chautauqua Lake. He was a former member of the Angelica United Methodist Church, where he served on the Board of Trustees, and was a Sunday school teacher. He was a self –appointed guardian of the croquet court, chasing away bicycles and little feet! Bernie’s friendly smile and wave to passers-by as he sat on his front porch will be sadly missed. To us, his children, and grandchildren, he was an amazing and dearly loved man. He was predeceased by his parents, his wife Marguerite E. Piatt on October 20, 2001, a sister Barbara Jennings, 2 brothers in law William Farnsworth, and Herb Jennings, and a great grandson Andrew “Drew” Ford. He is survived by 5 daughters Cheryle (Mitch) Evans of Almond, Donna (Jon) Ford of Angelica, Debra (Terry) Fowler of Belmont, Sandra (Chris) Dibble of Fla, Kimberly (Dean) Gallmann of Angelica, 2 sons B. James (Rosa) Piatt of Bolivar, Douglas Paul (Peggy) Piatt of KY, a sister Dorothy Farnsworth, of WA, 2 brothers James (Edith) Piatt of Arkport, Dean (Carol) Piatt of NC, 18 grandchildren, many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and his cribbage partner Jimmy Gallmann. The family will be present 3-5pm Friday, November 28, 2014, at the Brown & Powers Funeral Home, 101 West Ave, where a funeral services will be held at 7:00 PM, with Ron Jennings officiating. Burial will be in Until the Day Dawn Cemetery. To send a remembrance please visit www.brownandpowersfuneralhomes.com Friends may make memorial contributions to: Comfort House of Allegany County 141 East State Street Wellsville, NY 14895.
Gertrude Lytle
Gertrude “Polly” (Platt) Lytle, 86, of 7753 Tucker Hill Road, Houghton, peacefully departed to her Heavenly home on Friday, November 21, 2014, from Choteau, MT surrounded by family members. Born August 28, 1928 in Angelica, NY, Gertrude was the daughter of Burton S. and Francis (Wyckoff) Platt. In 1945 she graduated from Wilsonian High School in Angelica and for a short time attended the Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing in Buffalo NY. On Nov. 8, 1947, at the First Baptist Church of Angelica, she married Charles W. Lytle, who predeceased her on May 13, 2011. Even from an early age, Polly was always busy serving others. Growing up she helped out in her parents’ grocery store. She and her husband operated a dairy farm on West Almond Road near Angelica where they raised six children. After the children were grown, she worked many years as a custodian for the Allegany County Department of Social Services, retiring in January 1990. In their retirement years, Charles and Polly spent their winters in Brooksville, FL and their summers in Houghton, NY. A life-long member of the First Baptist Church of Angelica, during her teen years Gertrude enjoyed singing in a quartet with her sister and friends June and Lena Phillips there. Throughout her lifetime whenever she and her sister Betty Lou (Platt) Shifley (who predeceased her on October 19, 2014) were together, harmonies were sure to be heard. Gertrude enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing, gardening, reading, and singing, but most of all she enjoyed hearing about and participating in the activities of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Her entire life centered on faith in Jesus Christ and gratitude to God for His blessings. Surviving are four daughters, Cheryl (Sam) Brown of Roanoke, VA; Diane (Horace) Emmons of Houghton, NY; Wendy (Jerry) Pelletier of Fernandina Beach, FL; Virginia (Mark) Kepple of Port Byron, NY; two sons, John (Karen) Lytle of Roaring Spring, PA; and Kevin (Patricia) of Fairfield, MT; twenty-two grandchildren, thirty-five great grandchildren, and twelve nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sister. A memorial service is to be held at the Angelica Baptist Church on May 30, 2015. Contributions in her memory may be given to the Angelica Baptist Church or the Hope of Africa youth mission established by her granddaughter Heather Lytle at 36 North Hunter’s Way, Bozeman, MT 59718. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Brown & Powers Funeral Home in Angelica, and a remembrance can be left at www.brownandpowersfuneralhomes.com
Hester L. Shepard
ARKPORT — Hester L. Shepard, 99, of Northridge in Arkport, passed away on Saturday, November 22 2014 at her home surrounded by family, friends and her dog Hanna.Born in the Town of Dansville on January 10, 1915, she was a daughter of the late Milo and Nina Fisher Lawrence. Besides her parents, she was also predeceased by her husbands, Howard V. White and Morris W. Shepard, Jr.; her brother Everett "Bus" Lawrence; her sister Dorothy Whitman and her son-in- […]
Darwin Torrence
Darwin P. Torrence Stephens Mills Darwin Paul Torrence, aged 83 of Stephens Mills, passed on from a long illness on the evening of Thanksgiving, following a day with his family. Born on February 1, 1931 to Fay and Illa Torrence, he grew up with his brothers Gerry and Richard on Keuka Lake in Hammondsport, NY. He graduated from Hammondsport Central School in 1949 and left soon thereafter to serve in the Air Force. He met the love of his life at his parent’s Keuka Lake cottage when he was home on leave from service as a cryptographer in Tokyo, Japan and stateside. He wrote his love, Barbara Tuttle, a beautiful letter she holds close today that told her he would be coming home to marry her – and sure enough he did, on June 8, 1957 at the Methodist Church in Stephen Mills. They celebrated 57 wonderful years of marriage and the births and lives of their three beautiful girls who each have found their loves – Terry (Ron) McDaniel of Hornell, Debra (Clay Johnson) Torrence and Rebecca (Doug Bass) Torrence, both of North Carolina, His grandsons Jason Winant (Dena Viglietta) of Hornell, NY and Christopher Winant (Nicky Peterson) of Seattle, serving currently in the Navy in Romania. They loved their Poppa deeply and gave him much joy and the wonder and laughter of six great grandchildren; Alyssa, Gizelle, Gabrielle, Camden, Anthony and Macy. He is also survived by three sisters-in-law; Mary Lou Belles of Corning, Charlotte Fox of Mt. Morris and Jeanne (Harold) Westbrook of Alton, NY., one brother-in-law, Dick (Carolyn Morton) Tuttle of Washington State, as well as nieces, nephews, and good friends, Lynn Blades and Christine Rhone, and especially his “Pet Pals” Rosy, Founder and Sweetpea. He took great pleasure in camping, boating and fishing and spending many happy hours with his family and watching over his children every day. He taught them a lifetime of knowledge and skills and was their steadfast fan at school sports, week after week after week for years. His professional career, after his military service. included working at Fay Torrence & Sons Hardware in Almond. He left the store to try out his entrepreneurial skills as owner of a BSA motorcycle shop, supervised the transportation of thousands of children over 20 years of service at Arkport Central School. He also shared his amazing handy and mechanical skills with ACES in Alfred and Wilkins and Lamac’s in Hornell. He lived most of his life in the house his parents passed on to the newlyweds as their first and only home sweet home in the town of Stephens Mills, just a block from the family’s dear lifelong friends, John and Christine Rhone and their children, Jim, Jeff and Suzanne. He and John helped to start the Fremont Volunteer Ambulance Corp and Arkport Cinderella Softball League and could be found at Halloween popping up in the local cemetery, where his ashes will be laid, spooking trick or treaters. He was also a member of the Arkport American Legion Post and Corning American Legion Post #746 He had a perpetual twinkle in his eye, which shone brightly when he recalled one of his fondest creations– individual cowbells for the Arkport Cheerleaders who decorated and used them during Arkport Central boys’ basketball games for many years. A private graveside service with military honors is planned at the convenience of the family to celebrate his wonderful ride. Thank you for taking us along with you, Poppa. We will miss you so. To send a remembrance to the family or to light a candle in Darwin’s memory, please visit www.brownandpowersfuneralhomes.com. The family is being assisted by Gerald R. Brown, Director at Bender-Brown & Powers Funeral Home of Hornell. Friends wishing may make memorial contributions to the Fremont Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 642, Arkport, NY 14807.
Debra J. French
HORNELL — Debra J. French, 56, of Platt St., passed away unexpectedly early Sunday afternoon (Nov. 23, 2014) at St. James Mercy Hospital in Hornell.Born in Hornell on Aug. 10, 1958, she was a daughter of Kenneth R. French, who survives and Betty J. (Hall) Monaghan, who predeceased her on July 10, 2013.Debra was devoted to her family and the biggest joy in her life was her grandson.She loved to bake and was a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary.Her family […]
Patricia A. Markel
Patricia A. “Raynor” Markel of Hornell, died unexpectedly Saturday afternoon (November 29, 2014).
She was the daughter of Frank & Irma (Nuwer) Raynor.
Pat had been employed at the VA Hospital.
She was preceded in death by her father, Frank and also her brother.
Pat is survived by her husband, Steven Markel. Also surviving are her mother, Irma; 2 brothers; 1sister; her best friend, Nancy; several nieces & nephews.
At Pat’s request there will be no calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.
Pat’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220.
Ardis J. (Way) Drum
WAYLAND — Ardis J. (Way) Drum, age 85, passed away Saturday, (Nov. 29, 2014) at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville.Ardis grew up in Wayland and attended Wayland High School, graduating in 1947. She married her high school sweetheart, Herbert Drum, on August 15, 1947 at the Evangelical United Brethren Church in Wayland; he survives. Ardis was predeceased by her parents George and Beatrice (Webster) Way and a brother, Vance Way.Ardis was a talented homemaker and enjoyed […]
Joseph Paduano
Joseph A. Paduano Hornell Joseph A. Paduano, 75, of 331 Cleveland Ave., went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday (November 28, 2014) at McAuley Manor in North Hornell. He was born the second son of Joe and Gertrude (Freas) Paduano in Holley, NY on August 29, 1939. He moved to Dansville with his family during his preschool years. Joe was a very creative and gifted master electrician and possessed two patents for his inventions in this field. A hard working man. He was employed as a master electrician at SUNY Geneseo and the Rochester Institute of Technology for many years. He also created “Knob Notes”, a creative and humerous collection of “Do Not Disturb” door hangers. Joe enjoyed and pioneered hang gliding in Western New York. Adventurous by nature, he eagerly flew through the air, enjoying the freedom of movement. His eagerness infected many others who took to the skies as he cautiously coached them. A romantic and charming man, Joe eloped on Valentines Day in 1981 with the former Marie Cone. Although many remarked that the marriage would never last, they enjoyed more than thirty three years as husband and wife, devoted to each other. On March 15, 1998, as the dementia from Alzheimers disease was becoming more and more apparent, Joe trusted in the Lord as his Savior. His enthusiasm for the the Lord was contagious. Joe will be missed for his extraordinary sense of humor, even as he battled Alzheimers disease and Multiple Sclerosis for more than twenty years. He will long be remembered for his amazing strong will and determination. He was predeceased by his parents, his half brother, Rudolph Pfuntner Jr., and an infant grandson, David Paduano 11 in 2004. He is survived by wife, Marie, a daughter, Kathleen Paduano of Rochester, a son David (Meghan) Paduano of Hornell his grandchildren, Joey, Tamika and Gabriella Paduano of Hornell, two brothers, Thomas (Sue) Paduano of Clifton Park and Robert (Sharon) Paduano of Caladonia, his sister, Cecelia (David) Tolner of Dansville, and especially the many loving care givers at McAuley Manor who provided compassionate care for the last six years of his life. To send a remembrance to the family or to light a candle in Joe’s memory, please visit www.brownandpowersfuneralhomes.com. The family is being assisted by Gerald R. Brown, Director at Bender-Brown & Powers Funeral Home of Hornell. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at the Hillside Baptist Church, County Route 66, Hornell, N.Y. on Friday at 11:00 AM. Rev. Craig Brittingham will officiate. Friends may make memorial contributions to the charity of their choice.
Gertrude “Polly” (Platt) Lytle
HOUGHTON — Gertrude "Polly" (Platt) Lytle, 86, of 7753 Tucker Hill Road, Houghton, peacefully departed to her Heavenly home on Friday, November 21, 2014, from Choteau, Mont. surrounded by family members.Born August 28, 1928 in Angelica, N.Y., Gertrude was the daughter of Burton S. and Francis (Wyckoff) Platt. In 1945 she graduated from Wilsonian High School in Angelica and for a short time attended the Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing in Buffalo N.Y. On Nov. 8, […]
Hayden Bentley Kidder
Hayden Bentley Kidder, newborn son of Samantha Barrett and Brad Kidder of 157 Hornell St., Hornell died Tuesday morning (December 2, 2014) at St. James Hospital shortly after entering this world.
Although Hayden was only her for a few short hours, he was truly loved by his parents and his entire family. He is now with the Angels in Heaven.
In addition to his parents, Brad & Samantha, survivors include his sister, Kyla Kidder; paternal grandparents, Barry Kidder of Howard and Deb Travis of Howard; maternal grandparents, Michael Barrett of Florida and Michelle LaForge of Wayland; paternal great-grandparents, Lindy & Margaret Kidder of Howard and Ruth Travis of Canisteo; maternal great-grandparents, Al & Elaine LaForge of Mitchellsville, NY; aunts, uncles & cousins.
Private funeral services will be held at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY at the convenience of the family
Andrea (Testani) Gordon
Andrea J. “Spook” (Testani) Gordon – 46 – of New York City, formerly of Hornell, passed peacefully from this world Sunday night, following a valiant battle with colon cancer. She was surrounded by her husband, family and close friends, in the comfort of her own home.
Born and raised in Hornell, Andrea graduated from Hornell High School, earned her B.A. in Theatre form Elmira College, and her MFA in Directing from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. She was a resident of New York City where she had become one of Broadway’s most successful and sought after stage managers, working with some of the biggest names in the business. Her reputation for her professionalism, wit and charm is legendary in the theatre community.
She left her professional life to dedicate her indefatigable energy and boundless love to her greatest achievement, her two beloved boys. She had most recently started teaching a stage management class at Fordham University which accommodated her boy’s school schedule.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Jovena.
Andrea, who was affectionately known as “Spook” by almost all who met her, is survived by her husband, John Gordon; sons, Robert and Sean; parents, William and Ruth Testani; eight brothers & sisters, Thomas Testani, Mary (Frank) Kilcoyne, Rosanne (Thomas) Wall, Jim (Samantha) Testani; Matthew (Jodi) Testani; Michael (Lina) Testani; Marisa (Dr. Richard Ferro) Testani, and Angela (David) Remchuk; many nieces & nephews.
Local funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY. A complete obituary announcing local funeral arrangements will appear next week in the Evening Tribune.
Edith M. Wallace
ANDOVER – Edith M. Wallace, 91, passed away Wednesday (Nov. 26, 2014) at Highland Park Healthcare Center.Mrs. Wallace was born on May 9, 1923 in West Union to Craig S. and Nina M. (Davis) Smith. She was a 1939 graduate of Greenwood Central School. On Dec. 5, 1942, she married Herman L. Wallace, who predeceased her on Sept. 7, 1995.Edith and her husband owned and operated Short’s Service Station in Andover where she worked as a bookkeeper from 1946 until they retired in […]
Charlotte L. Smith
PENN YAN — Charlotte L. Smith, 93, of 10 Chapel Street and a long-time resident of Wellsville passed away on Wednesday (November 26, 2014) in the Keuka Comfort Care Home in Penn Yan following a long illness. She was born in Elmira on March 27, 1921, the daughter of John and Louise Zimdal Jamieson. On May 29, 1942 in Elmira she was married to Claude A. Smith who predeceased her. She was a graduate of Elmira High School and until her retirement was employed in the […]
Darwin P. Torrence
STEPHENS MILLS — Darwin Paul Torrence, aged 83 of Stephens Mills, passed on from a long illness on the evening of Thanksgiving, following a day with his family. Born on February 1, 1931 to Fay and Illa Torrence, he grew up with his brothers Gerry and Richard on Keuka Lake in Hammondsport, N.Y.He graduated from Hammondsport Central School in 1949 and left soon thereafter to serve in the Air Force, where he earned the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the […]
Justin Mangine
Justin A. Mangine Dansville Justin A. Mangine, 24, of the Dansville area, passed away Tuesday (December 2, 2014) at Noyes Memorial Hospital. Born in Wellsville, January 28, 1990, the son of Leon Fuller Mangine Sr. and Stella Taft Davis., he was a lifelong area resident. Justin had worked construction for a brief period, and did odd jobs as well. He is survived by his mother Stella and her husband John Davis of North Hornell, his father Leon Fuller Mangine Sr and his wife Cynthia, of Barker, NY, 3 sisters Laura, Carrie, and Chrissy Dwyer, 4 brothers Leon Mangine Jr., Collin Davis, Stephen Wright, and Ricky Dwyer Jr, his fiancé Jessica Picture Wyant, his step daughter Isabelle Noel Wyant, his grandparents Glenn W. and Beverly Taft, and Louie and Virginia Bleeks, Step-Grandmother, Jackie Davis of Ontario, his mentor and friend Havla Tollen, several aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will be present on Monday from 11AM-1PM, at the Brown & Powers Funeral Home, 101 West Avenue, Angelica, where a service of Remembrance and celebration of life will be held 1:00 PM with the Rev. Ken Chroniger officiating. To send a remembrance or light a candle online please visit www.brownandpowersfuneralhomes.com Friends may make memorial contributions to: The Alfred Station Seventh Day Baptist Church, 587 State Route 244, Alfred Station, NY 14803.